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20241030073736,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_140.eml Good morning, I recently learned that a friend's son works for a company that helps cities set up permit parking zones in areas where large events are held. I want to learn about this service. Robert is available for a virtual meeting at 3:30, Monday, Nov. 4, to describe Could you join us? If that date doesn't work, is there another day? 3 or later works best for me. The company name is ParkMobile. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council 20241030101915,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_141.eml Hello, I'm happy to sit in on a demo. I met with a few parking meter app companies in 2022 , and ParkMobile may have been one of them. The challenge at the time was enforcement, as the RCSO had no mechanism (or appetite) to enforce it. It could be different with SAPD. Additionally, it was tough to work out a fair way for residents to not get hit but there may be workarounds. 3:30 on Nov 4th would work for me. I'll be partially WFH that day as I got a tree company coming to remove a large dead ash hanging over my garage, but can easily join in on a demo remotely. Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Sent: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 7:37 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Permit parking app Good morning, I recently learned that a friend's son works for a company that helps cities set up permit parking zones in areas where large events are held. I want to learn about this service. Robert is available for a virtual meeting at 3:30, Monday, Nov. 4, to describe Could you join us? If that date doesn't work, is there another day? 3 or later works best for me. The company name is ParkMobile. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council 20241031194843,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,paula.mielke@falconheights.org, jack.linehan@falconheights.org_142.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. 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Learn more<https://support.google.com/calendar/answer/37135#forwarding> BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//Google Inc//Google Calendar 70.9054//EN VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:REQUEST BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:19700308T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:19701101T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241104T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241104T163000 DTSTAMP:20241101T004841Z ORGANIZER;CN=Rob Stephens:mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net UID:6li66dhmckq30bb3cgoj0b9kc8s6ab9o68sj2b9i6go38dr6c5gm4cb3co@google.com ATTENDEE;CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;ROLE=REQ-PARTICIPANT;PARTSTAT=ACCEPTED;RSVP=TRUE ;CN=Rob Stephens;X-NUM-GUESTS=0:mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net ATTENDEE;CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;ROLE=REQ-PARTICIPANT;PARTSTAT=NEEDS-ACTION;RSVP= TRUE;CN=paula.mielke@falconheights.org;X-NUM-GUESTS=0:mailto:paula.mielke@f alconheights.org ATTENDEE;CUTYPE=INDIVIDUAL;ROLE=REQ-PARTICIPANT;PARTSTAT=NEEDS-ACTION;RSVP= TRUE;CN=jack.linehan@falconheights.org;X-NUM-GUESTS=0:mailto:jack.linehan@f alconheights.org X-GOOGLE-CONFERENCE:https://meet.google.com/qvw-bqff-uht X-MICROSOFT-CDO-OWNERAPPTID:1224939476 CREATED:20241101T004839Z DESCRIPTION:-::~:~::~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~ :~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~::~:~::-\nJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/qv w-bqff-uht\nOr dial: (US) +1 336-907-2598 PIN: 955183204#\nMore phone numbe rs: https://tel.meet/qvw-bqff-uht?pin=6434285632666&hs=7\n\nLearn more abou t Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720\n\nPlease do n ot edit this section.\n-::~:~::~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~: ~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~:~::~:~::- LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T004839Z LOCATION: SEQUENCE:0 STATUS:CONFIRMED SUMMARY:ParkMobile+ Falcon Heights TRANSP:OPAQUE BEGIN:VALARM ACTION:DISPLAY DESCRIPTION:This is an event reminder TRIGGER:-P0DT0H10M0S END:VALARM END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR 20241031194844,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,jack.linehan@falconheights.org, paula.mielke@falconheights.org_143.eml You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net. 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ParkMobile+ Falcon Heights Join with Google Meet – You have been invited by Rob Stephens to attend an event named ParkMobile+ Falcon Heights on Monday Nov 4, 2024 ⋅ 3:30pm – 4:30pm (Central Time - Chicago). <https://meet.google.com/qvw-bqff-uht?hs=224> Join with Google Meet Meeting link meet.google.com/qvw-bqff-uht<https://meet.google.com/qvw-bqff-uht?hs=224> Join by phone (US) +1 336-907-2598<tel:+1-336-907-2598%3B955183204%23> PIN: 955183204 More phone numbers<https://tel.meet/qvw-bqff-uht?pin=6434285632666&hs=0> When Monday Nov 4, 2024 ⋅ 3:30pm – 4:30pm (Central Time - Chicago) Guests Rob Stephens<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net> - organizer paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org> jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org> View all guest info<https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=VIEW&eid=NmxpNjZkaG1ja3EzMGJiM2Nnb2owYjlrYzhzNmFiOW82OHNqMmI5aTZnbzM4ZHI2YzVnbTRjYjNjbyBqYWNrLmxpbmVoYW5AZmFsY29uaGVpZ2h0cy5vcmc& tok=MjUjcm9iLnN0ZXBoZW5zQGVhc3lwYXJrLm5ldDAwMTU3ZjZmNWI4NTU3NmVlZjIyZjg4Y2U3ZmZlNTllODkwMjg2ZTI&ctz=America%2FChicago&hl=en&es=0> Reply for jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org> <https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=RESPOND&eid=NmxpNjZkaG1ja3EzMGJiM2Nnb2owYjlrYzhzNmFiOW82OHNqMmI5aTZnbzM4ZHI2YzVnbTRjYjNjbyBqYWNrLmxpbmVoYW5AZmFsY29uaGVpZ2h0cy5vcmc&rst=1&tok=MjUjcm 9iLnN0ZXBoZW5zQGVhc3lwYXJrLm5ldDAwMTU3ZjZmNWI4NTU3NmVlZjIyZjg4Y2U3ZmZlNTllODkwMjg2ZTI&ctz=America%2FChicago&hl=en&es=0> Yes <https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=RESPOND&eid=NmxpNjZkaG1ja3EzMGJiM2Nnb2owYjlrYzhzNmFiOW82OHNqMmI5aTZnbzM4ZHI2YzVnbTRjYjNjbyBqYWNrLmxpbmVoYW5AZmFsY29uaGVpZ2h0cy5vcmc&rst=2&tok=MjUjcm 9iLnN0ZXBoZW5zQGVhc3lwYXJrLm5ldDAwMTU3ZjZmNWI4NTU3NmVlZjIyZjg4Y2U3ZmZlNTllODkwMjg2ZTI&ctz=America%2FChicago&hl=en&es=0> No <https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=RESPOND&eid=NmxpNjZkaG1ja3EzMGJiM2Nnb2owYjlrYzhzNmFiOW82OHNqMmI5aTZnbzM4ZHI2YzVnbTRjYjNjbyBqYWNrLmxpbmVoYW5AZmFsY29uaGVpZ2h0cy5vcmc&rst=3&tok=MjUjcm 9iLnN0ZXBoZW5zQGVhc3lwYXJrLm5ldDAwMTU3ZjZmNWI4NTU3NmVlZjIyZjg4Y2U3ZmZlNTllODkwMjg2ZTI&ctz=America%2FChicago&hl=en&es=0> Maybe <https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?action=VIEW&eid=NmxpNjZkaG1ja3EzMGJiM2Nnb2owYjlrYzhzNmFiOW82OHNqMmI5aTZnbzM4ZHI2YzVnbTRjYjNjbyBqYWNrLmxpbmVoYW5AZmFsY29uaGVpZ2h0cy5vcmc&tok=MjUjcm9iLnN0ZXB oZW5zQGVhc3lwYXJrLm5ldDAwMTU3ZjZmNWI4NTU3NmVlZjIyZjg4Y2U3ZmZlNTllODkwMjg2ZTI&ctz=America%2FChicago&hl=en&es=0> More options Invitation from Google Calendar<https://calendar.google.com/calendar/> You are receiving this email because you are an attendee on the event. 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Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] Falcon Heights Short Proposal ParkMobilebytheNumbers ● Users: ParkMobilehasover65MillionUsers,adding1MillionNewUsersevery3040days. ● Transactions: ParkMobileaveragesover15Millionmonthlytransactions.Wearealsothelargest processorofcreditcardtransactionsunder$10ofanycompanyintheUnitedStates. ● Adoption: ParkMobile has the highestadoptionintheindustry. Ourplaybookconnectseffective marketingandsignagetothelargestnetwo rkintheUStoincreasetrueadoptionlevels. ● Integrations: ParkMobile connects the parking and transportation ecosystem with over 100 active integrationsinenforcement,meters,LPR,PARCS,merchantprocessors ,eventhandhelds, andmore. ● Regional Presence:Thereareover1.1millionregisteredParkMobileusersinMinnesotatoday.In thestatesborderingMinnesota,thereareanadditional1.5millionregisteredParkMobileusers. ParkMobileSystemataGlance ● ParkMobileDigitalPayments ○ MobilePay ○ WebPay ○ TexttoPay ○ IVRCallPay ● Enforcement ○ Integratew/3rdpartysoftware ○ FreenForcetool ● PM360BackendManagement ○ Reporting,ratesetting,policy management ● Spanishlanguageintheapp ● AutomaticLanguageTranslationinthe webexperience ● Webexperiencefeaturingguest checkout ComprehensiveMarketingServices ParkMobilewillworkcloselywithyourstafftobuildamarketingprogramtofocusonfivekeyareas: Awareness,Adoption,Engagement,RetentionandAdvocacy. Timeline:Planning,Deployment,andAdoption ParkMobile'sexpected timelineforlaunchingis60daysorlessfromcontractexecution.Wehavea departmentexclusivelydedicatedtoimplementationswhowillworkwithyourstaffonsignage,backend policyandratemanagement,andallothertraining/se tup. ParkMobilePrice ParkMobileʼsservicesarebasedonaconveniencefeeaddedtoeachtransaction,whichispaidforbytheend customer. This model allows you to collect your full parking fee amount, and allows you to use ourservices without any up-front costs or monthly subscriptionfees.ParkMobilecanofferadigitalpaymentsolutionat nocosttothecity. AllParkMobileʼsStandardTermsandConditionsShallAp plytothis PricingProposal Fees Mobile Payment OnDemand) Transaction Fee paid by end user. Price does not include credit card processing fees. Client or ParkMobile can serveasMerchantofRecordMOR. $0.45 pertransaction Pre-Paid Parking Mobile Payment Reservations) Transaction Fee paid by the end user. Price does not include credit card processing fees. ClientorParkMobilecanserveasMerchantofRe cordMOR. 15% ofparkingfeeamount No Charge Parking Reservations Fee paid byclient.ZeroDollarParking Reservationusingaccesscodetounlockanon-publicparkingproduct. $1.00 Pertransaction If ParkMobile is Merchant of Record MOR, our processing fees for credit card payments are 3% plus $0.20pertransaction. Transactionfeeis$0.40pertransactionifCityusesOmniacooperativepurchasing AllParkMobileʼsstandardterms&conditionsshallapplytothisparkingproposal Proposalpricingvalidfor30days RobStephens|RegionalSalesManager|Lincoln,NE|rob.stephens@parkmobile.io|cell531.229.6942 TheParkMobileAppExperience Figure–ParkMobileZoneParkingProcess 1. Enter Zone Number: The user will enter the zone number posted on the stickers and signs around the lot. To make this process easier, the app uses location-based GPS coordinates to showthenearbyzonenumbersonthemapsoausercaneasilytouchtherightzonenumber. 2. Select Duration: The user will select a parking session basedontheratesandpoliciesthatare set up for that specific zone number inParkMobileʼsbackendsystems.Onthisscreen,theuser will also see the default vehicle selected and will be able to change that vehicle if necessary. Theuserwillthentap“ProceedtoCheckoutˮtogotothenextstep. 3. Confirm Information: On the confirmation page, the user will see all the key details for the parking session: zone number,duration,paymentmethod,andvehicle.Theusercaneditanyof this information before starting the parkingsession.Aftertheuserconfirmstheinformation,the usertouches“StartParkingˮtobegintheparkingsessionandwillthenseeacountdownclock. ParkMobileAppCoreFeatures ● Extend Time: Ability to add time toyourexistingparkingsessiontoavoidrunningbackto“feed themeter.ˮ ● Multiple Payment Options: ParkMobile offers a variety of payment options, including most major credit cards Visa,Mastercard,Amex),GooglePay,ApplePay,andPayPal.Unbankedand underbankeduserscanloadadebitcardinPayPaltoeasilymakeapayment. ● IVR Phone Number: For people without a smartphone, use an IVR number to make parking paymentsoverthephone. ● 24/7/365 Customer Support: ParkMobile offers support via phone, email, text, and chat. ParkMobile also has an extensivesupportsitewhereuserscangetanswerstofrequentlyasked questionsandreadtechnicalhelparticle s. ● Map View: The map view based on location shows the user nearby zones. A user can then touchthezonenumbertoquicklyinitiateaparkingsession. ● Parking Availability: Predictive and/or sensor data that shows available on-street parking availabilityonthemap. ● Find My Car: Integration with Apple Maps,GoogleMaps,andWazetodirectusersbacktotheir car. ● Notifications:Customizablepush,t extandemailalertstonotifyauserwhenparkingwillexpire. ● Managevehicles:Easytoadd,removeandupdatevehicleinformation. ● Languages: While the ParkMobile app is currently available in either English or Spanish, the ParkMobile Web Experience is available in hundreds of languages (dependent on the userʼs devicesettings). RobStephens|RegionalSalesManager|Lincoln,NE|rob.stephens@parkmobile. io|cell531.229.6942 ParkMobileWebExperience ParkMobile's lightweight mobile web application enables a user to pay for parking without having to download the full-featured app. The ParkMobile web app also offers a Guest Checkout option, allowinguserstopurchaseparkingwithoutcreatinganaccount. Figure-ParkMobileMobileWebCheckoutExperience ExtendTime The most popular feature of the ParkMobile app is the ability to extend the timeoftheparkingsession remotely. Users can add parking time without having to run back to “feed the meterˮ. A user cannot extendtimepastthemaximum parkingtimeallowedforthatlocation. ParkMobileServicesIncludedAtNoCost ● Signageanddecalstickersfortheinitialrollout ● SetupandImplementation ● Trainingandongoingaccountmanagementbydedicatedstaff ● CallCenter,CustomerSupport,HostingandMaintenance ● Socialmedia,PR,standardmarketing,andadvertisingforprogramlaunch ● Integrationswithmeter,enforcementandLPRvendors ● PM360backenddatamanagement RobStephens|RegionalSalesManager|Lincoln,NE|rob.stephens@parkmobile.io|cell531.229.6942 EnforcementwithParkMobilenForce ParkMobile nForce enables your enforcement team to check that the vehicles parked on-street or in lots have paid for parking.Yourenforcementteamcanusethissolution in the field to verify parking payment prior to issuing a citation or other penalty. ParkMobile nForce can be accessed via any internet-enabled mobile device. It will showallactiveParkMobileparkingsessionsinreal-time. IntegrationtoEnforcementTools If you use handheld units and/or license plate recognition LPR systems for enforcement, ParkMobile can integratewiththosesystemstoseamlesslyconnectyour operation. Parking session data from ParkMobileʼs system will be made visibleinyour enforcementsystemviaourreal-timeAPI. IntegrationswithOtherParking&MobilityTechnologies The ParkMobile system is purpose built to integrate with the parking and mobility ecosystem through our unsurpassed integration capabilities and simple, easy-to-use tools. Through our openly availableApplicationProgrammingInterfacesAPIsaswell asdirectpartnerships,weintegratetomostmajorindustryproviders, SignageandDecals ParkMobile provides all operational and promotional graphics, including all signage and decal stickers for parking equipment at no additional charge. Our team works directly with ourclientstoproducethebestsign anddecalpackage.Wehaveanin-housegraphicdesignteamthatcreatessignproofsforclientapproval. Bestpracticesformobileappsignageinclude: ● Biggerisbetter.Largerstickersandsignshavebeenproventodrivegreaterappadoption. ● Minimizetheelementsonthesign.Lessismore. ● Havealargezonenumberthatiseasyto readfromadistance. ● Simpleinstructionsonhowtopay. RobStephens|RegionalSalesManager|Lincoln,NE|rob.stephens@parkmobile.io|cell531.229.6942 ParkMobile360DataManagement The ParkMobile 360 (PM360) reporting portal provides all the data related to a parking operation. ● Easy-To-Read Dashboard View: With ParkMobile 360, your data is delivered in an attractive, easy-to-read format with charts and graphs for monitoring trends and drawing insights. ● Scheduled Reports Delivered to Your Inbox: ParkMobile 360 gives you the ability to distribute the right information to the right people by scheduling daily, weekly, or monthly reporting emails to select staff members. ● FilterByDateandSupplier: ParkMobile 360 gives you the ability to filter data by date range and supplier, making it easy to pull the data you want to see and compare historical trends. ● Detailed Transaction Data: ParkMobile 360 lets you easily track transactions and revenue as well as payment methods, historical trends, and performance for individual zones. You can see sample dashboards below: Figure–PM360OperationalReportingtoShowTransactionsbyZone Figure–PM360PaymentMethodsReport RobStephens|RegionalSalesManager|Lincoln,NE|rob.stephens@parkmobile.io|cell531.229.6942 20241108074338,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_146.eml Hi Robert, Thanks for meeting with Jack and me and getting this proposal to us so quickly. Jack and I discussed it yesterday. A goal for our city is to reduce how much residents pay for in assessments for street repairs. We could present this as a solution. 66 percent of the property in our city is nontaxable. We need revenue sources! Plus if we're going to bear State Fair parking, let's make some money off it. We haven't decided the date of the next State Fair Task Force meeting. I'll keep you posted. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20241108095901,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_147.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. That's great news. If you need any additional support, please let me know. Best, Rob On Fri, Nov 8, 2024 at 7:43 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Robert, Thanks for meeting with Jack and me and getting this proposal to us so quickly. Jack and I discussed it yesterday. A goal for our city is to reduce how much residents pay for in assessments for street repairs. We could present this as a solution. 66 percent of the property in our city is nontaxable. We need revenue sources! Plus if we're going to bear State Fair parking, let's make some money off it. We haven't decided the date of the next State Fair Task Force meeting. I'll keep you posted. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20241108151344,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_148.eml Hi Rob, Thank you for taking the time to meet with Paula and myself this week. We appreciated the creative solutions you came up with to help our City. We will review the consideration for a mobile parking solution at either our November or January citizen committee meeting. It may be a slow burning process, but we'll circle back once we have direction to consider exploring paid parking options. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20241108151459,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_149.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. That's great news. If you need any additional support, please let me know. Best, Rob On Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 3:13 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Thank you for taking the time to meet with Paula and myself this week. We appreciated the creative solutions you came up with to help our City. We will review the consideration for a mobile parking solution at either our November or January citizen committee meeting. It may be a slow burning process, but we'll circle back once we have direction to consider exploring paid parking options. Sincerely, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20241108155519,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_150.eml Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241108155519,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_151.eml Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241108203324,Alice alicehausman@hotmail.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_152.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Sometimes I fear that our task force is causing more work for you than if we didn’t exist. We nit pick. Right now it seems that you and the city council and Mayor have the tools you need to do what must be done. Sent from my iPad On Nov 8, 2024, at 3:55 PM, Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> wrote: Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241108212113,Alice alicehausman@hotmail.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_153.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Reading this again, the task force should certainly not be making the decision about ParkMobile. Sent from my iPad On Nov 8, 2024, at 3:55 PM, Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> wrote: Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241109090017,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Alice alicehausman@hotmail.com_154.eml Hi Alice, I should clarify that the consideration for the task force wouldn't be ParkMobile vs a competitor, but rather: should we explore a paid parking option further. In our structure that would be in the purview of the Task Force to make the recommendation to the City Council, and staff would handle the RFP/logistics of finding a vendor and implementing. There are major pros/cons for the group to provide direction on. Jack Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Alice <alicehausman@hotmail.com> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 9:21:09 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Reading this again, the task force should certainly not be making the decision about ParkMobile. Sent from my iPad On Nov 8, 2024, at 3:55 PM, Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> wrote: Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241112145102,_Paulus, Jennifer (DOC)_ jennifer.paulus@state.mn.us,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_155.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Unfortunately I'm not available for either of dates, I'll be travelling each time. I'm available in December, but I guess the group must have decided not to have a meeting that month. Please don't remove me from the committee for non-attendance! From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 3:55 PM Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting This message may be from an external email source. Do not select links or open attachments unless verified. Report all suspicious emails to Minnesota IT Services Security Operations Center. ________________________________ Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack This email is intended to be read only by the intended recipient. This email may be legally privileged or protected from disclosure by law. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination of this email or any attachments is strictly prohibited, and you should refrain from reading this email or examining any attachments. If you received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this email and any attachments. Thank you. 20241114092219,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_Paulus, Jennifer (DOC)_ jennifer.paulus@state.mn.us_156.eml Hi Jennifer, Not a problem and I understand-- it's a busy time of year! I'll let the group know. It's looking like we'll meet in November and then January. Jack ________________________________ From: Paulus, Jennifer (DOC) <jennifer.paulus@state.mn.us> Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 2:50 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: RE: State Fair Task Force Meeting Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Unfortunately I’m not available for either of dates, I’ll be travelling each time. I’m available in December, but I guess the group must have decided not to have a meeting that month. Please don’t remove me from the committee for non-attendance! From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 3:55 PM Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting This message may be from an external email source. Do not select links or open attachments unless verified. Report all suspicious emails to Minnesota IT Services Security Operations Center. ________________________________ Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack This email is intended to be read only by the intended recipient. This email may be legally privileged or protected from disclosure by law. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination of this email or any attachments is strictly prohibited, and you should refrain from reading this email or examining any attachments. If you received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this email and any attachments. Thank you. 20241115132339,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_157.eml Hi All, I apologize for the delay but the vote has been split down to the wire, and ended with a 4-4 vote between the two dates. With two members also letting me know they will be traveling next week, I'm concerned about quorum and therefore am suggesting we cancel the November/December meetings, and regroup in January to a larger agenda of setting legislative priorities and explore revenue options more in-depth. Look for a meeting cancellation to come. If the group strongly feels a meeting before January is necessary, I could explore a poll to see what availability looks like for Wednesday, December 18th. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 3:55 PM Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241115132339,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_158.eml Hi All, I apologize for the delay but the vote has been split down to the wire, and ended with a 4-4 vote between the two dates. With two members also letting me know they will be traveling next week, I'm concerned about quorum and therefore am suggesting we cancel the November/December meetings, and regroup in January to a larger agenda of setting legislative priorities and explore revenue options more in-depth. Look for a meeting cancellation to come. If the group strongly feels a meeting before January is necessary, I could explore a poll to see what availability looks like for Wednesday, December 18th. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 3:55 PM Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241116143612,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com,_Jack Linehan_ Jack.linehan@falconheights.org_159.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks, Jack. I actually didn't vote because I was OK either way and wanted others with preferences to hold sway. If I don't see you before either of the upcoming holidays, I hope you and your family have a wonderful time. Take care, Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 11/15/2024 1:23:39 PM Subject Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi All, I apologize for the delay but the vote has been split down to the wire, and ended with a 4-4 vote between the two dates. With two members also letting me know they will be traveling next week, I'm concerned about quorum and therefore am suggesting we cancel the November/December meetings, and regroup in January to a larger agenda of setting legislative priorities and explore revenue options more in-depth. Look for a meeting cancellation to come. If the group strongly feels a meeting before January is necessary, I could explore a poll to see what availability looks like for Wednesday, December 18th. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 3:55 PM Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241120061252,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falco_160.eml Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20241120092940,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falco_161.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20241120095623,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_162.eml Not exactly answering all of Rob's questions, but I thought on this a bit and there definitely is opportunity to consider areas around the U of M as well at reasonable rates. For one, there is a small section of Hoyt at Cleveland that is one-hour parking that is always full<https://www.google.com/maps/@44.9880979,-93.1872642,3a,26.2y,293.07h,90.96t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1syamGSTqn4iD jA_6sc7i_lQ!2e0!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fcb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile%26w%3D900%26h%3D600%26pitch%3D-0.961462048842094%26panoid%3DyamGSTqn4iDjA_6sc7i_lQ%26ya w%3D293.0700688917219!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTExNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D>. My guess is enforcement has been very low here, and parking is often likely done by those who get there early (and a moped/motorcycle that can fit), and they likely park all day every day. It would take some work to figure out, but having a program where streets that have paid parking options are exempted from assessments would be an interesting policy to explore. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 9:29 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20241120144234,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_163.eml Hello, I'm sending a reminder that there is no meeting tonight, with our next meeting likely in January. Have a safe and happy holiday, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2024 1:23 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi All, I apologize for the delay but the vote has been split down to the wire, and ended with a 4-4 vote between the two dates. With two members also letting me know they will be traveling next week, I'm concerned about quorum and therefore am suggesting we cancel the November/December meetings, and regroup in January to a larger agenda of setting legislative priorities and explore revenue options more in-depth. Look for a meeting cancellation to come. If the group strongly feels a meeting before January is necessary, I could explore a poll to see what availability looks like for Wednesday, December 18th. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 3:55 PM Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241120144234,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_164.eml Hello, I'm sending a reminder that there is no meeting tonight, with our next meeting likely in January. Have a safe and happy holiday, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2024 1:23 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi All, I apologize for the delay but the vote has been split down to the wire, and ended with a 4-4 vote between the two dates. With two members also letting me know they will be traveling next week, I'm concerned about quorum and therefore am suggesting we cancel the November/December meetings, and regroup in January to a larger agenda of setting legislative priorities and explore revenue options more in-depth. Look for a meeting cancellation to come. If the group strongly feels a meeting before January is necessary, I could explore a poll to see what availability looks like for Wednesday, December 18th. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 3:55 PM Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241120150231,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_165.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack. Thanks for all your assistance to the SFTF in 2024. We made some progress! Georgiana On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 2:42 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hello, I'm sending a reminder that there is no meeting tonight, with our next meeting likely in January. Have a safe and happy holiday, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2024 1:23 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi All, I apologize for the delay but the vote has been split down to the wire, and ended with a 4-4 vote between the two dates. With two members also letting me know they will be traveling next week, I'm concerned about quorum and therefore am suggesting we cancel the November/December meetings, and regroup in January to a larger agenda of setting legislative priorities and explore revenue options more in-depth. Look for a meeting cancellation to come. If the group strongly feels a meeting before January is necessary, I could explore a poll to see what availability looks like for Wednesday, December 18th. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Friday, November 8, 2024 3:55 PM Subject: Re: State Fair Task Force Meeting Hi Task Force, Our November meeting was originally centered around Council Member Mielke's meeting with St. Paul / legislators. However, that meeting was postponed by other parties until after our November meeting. This stated, Paula and I had an interesting meeting with a company called ParkMobile. They are the largest parking app in the US and are used locally by the cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, St. Cloud and some others. It could allow creating paid parking on streets most impacted by Fair traffic, bringing in pretty significant revenue that could be used to offset property taxes for residents or help finance new streets. It's something we could discuss in either November or January whether we want to explore further. If you could, please fill out the following survey to indicate whether you'd like our next meeting to be Wednesday, November 20th OR whether we cancel that meeting and next meet be on Wednesday, January 15th. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W78HDN9 Thank you and have a great weekend, Jack 20241120154232,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_166.eml More parking revenue the better! I just think we need a better term that permit parking, an easy way to name it/describe it. Pay for parking versus permit parking? Metered parking? (although there won't be meters people know that term. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 9:56 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Fw: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Not exactly answering all of Rob's questions, but I thought on this a bit and there definitely is opportunity to consider areas around the U of M as well at reasonable rates. For one, there is a small section of Hoyt at Cleveland that is one-hour parking that is always full<https://www.google.com/maps/@44.9880979,-93.1872642,3a,26.2y,293.07h,90.96t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1syamGSTqn4iD jA_6sc7i_lQ!2e0!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fcb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile%26w%3D900%26h%3D600%26pitch%3D-0.961462048842094%26panoid%3DyamGSTqn4iDjA_6sc7i_lQ%26ya w%3D293.0700688917219!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTExNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D>. My guess is enforcement has been very low here, and parking is often likely done by those who get there early (and a moped/motorcycle that can fit), and they likely park all day every day. It would take some work to figure out, but having a program where streets that have paid parking options are exempted from assessments would be an interesting policy to explore. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 9:29 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20241120161548,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_167.eml After some searching, a common way to describe it was pay-by-smartphone parking or mobile paid parking app as language. The tough part is most cities that I found implementing it went from meters -> mobile parking or for paying in parking lots/ramps. I looked more at the other cities in MN, and Wayzata uses it for boat parking: https://wayzatamn.portal.civicclerk.com/event/1479/files/report/7076 One thing we'd want to be cognizant on is security. As I was searching for other cities branding efforts, I found a few security related articles: https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/personal-info -accessed-during-hack-of-mpls-parking-app/ https://www.stcloudlive.com/news/local/st-cloud-officials-warn-of-parkmobile-scam https://natlawreview.com/article/parkmobile-can-t-escape-data-breach-class-action It sounds like they fixed the 2021 breach and the 2024 issue was users paying the wrong website. Still, good questions to ask if we go the RFP route. Flowbird seems to be the major competitor that could be compared. We don't have to go for an RFP, and could use a governmental purchasing cooperative like Omnia Partners, which the city is a part of: https://www.omniapartners.com/suppliers/ parkmobile/public-sector/contract-documents#c25899 Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 3:42 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal More parking revenue the better! I just think we need a better term that permit parking, an easy way to name it/describe it. Pay for parking versus permit parking? Metered parking? (although there won't be meters people know that term. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 9:56 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Fw: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Not exactly answering all of Rob's questions, but I thought on this a bit and there definitely is opportunity to consider areas around the U of M as well at reasonable rates. For one, there is a small section of Hoyt at Cleveland that is one-hour parking that is always full<https://www.google.com/maps/@44.9880979,-93.1872642,3a,26.2y,293.07h,90.96t/data=!3m7!1e1!3m5!1syamGSTqn4iD jA_6sc7i_lQ!2e0!6shttps:%2F%2Fstreetviewpixels-pa.googleapis.com%2Fv1%2Fthumbnail%3Fcb_client%3Dmaps_sv.tactile%26w%3D900%26h%3D600%26pitch%3D-0.961462048842094%26panoid%3DyamGSTqn4iDjA_6sc7i_lQ%26ya w%3D293.0700688917219!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTExNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D>. My guess is enforcement has been very low here, and parking is often likely done by those who get there early (and a moped/motorcycle that can fit), and they likely park all day every day. It would take some work to figure out, but having a program where streets that have paid parking options are exempted from assessments would be an interesting policy to explore. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 9:29 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250106170047,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_116.eml Robert will be available to answer questions that come up during task force meeting. Did you have a chance to talk to Chief Speiss about offices use of app/compatibility? Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ParkMobile + City of Falcon Heights Parking Management Program 20250107121421,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jeff Spiess jeff.spiess@savmn.com_117.eml Hi Jeff, We have a State Fair Task Force that is exploring using a parking app during the State Fair (and maybe Back to the 50s) to bring in additional revenue. I wanted to bring it up to you for review and thoughts before we go further down exploring it. I've attached an overview from ParkMobile about what it is, but essentially what we would do is designate each block near the Fair that gets parking as a zone (i.e. 1500 block of Idaho becomes Zone 43521). Visitors see the signs, use either app, web, or calling to pay for parking at that block. We'd likely try to go for like $20/day parking rather than hourly parking to keep it simple, but hourly would generate more revenue. It's like using parking meters, but without the hassle and cost of a meter that is there year round when we just need it for a short period of time. The cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, Rochester, and St. Cloud all have contracts with ParkMobile. Where it comes to police is there are a few options we could explore on how to enforce it: 1. SAPD integrates the system with CAD, or officers use the system to check which license plates have paid / which have not. 2. Falcon Heights hires temporary parking enforcement employees during the Fair. They could always walkie-talkie an officer or even just call dispatch if needed. Option 2 has some appeal, as it could remove parking enforcement from the plate of law enforcement to allow police to focus on other public safety matters. I know more info will be needed to make definitive decisions, but I wanted to get SAPD's initial thoughts on it. Jack ParkMobile + City of Falcon Heights Parking Management Program 20250107134917,Jeff Spiess jeff.spiess@savmn.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_118.eml Hi Jack, Thanks for sending this over. I'll review it and send you a response early tomorrow morning, if that works. Thanks, -Jeff [cid:image001.jpg@01D6E276.9EF51B10]<http://www.savmn.com/> JEFF SPIESS POLICE CHIEF ST ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT 3301 SILVER LAKE RD, ST. ANTHONY, MN 55418 | WWW.SAVMN.COM<http://www.savmn.com/> 612-782-3370 | JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM<mailto:JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM> From: Jack Linehan Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 12:14 PM To: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com> Subject: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App Hi Jeff, We have a State Fair Task Force that is exploring using a parking app during the State Fair (and maybe Back to the 50s) to bring in additional revenue. I wanted to bring it up to you for review and thoughts before we go further down exploring it. I've attached an overview from ParkMobile about what it is, but essentially what we would do is designate each block near the Fair that gets parking as a zone (i.e. 1500 block of Idaho becomes Zone 43521). Visitors see the signs, use either app, web, or calling to pay for parking at that block. We'd likely try to go for like $20/day parking rather than hourly parking to keep it simple, but hourly would generate more revenue. It's like using parking meters, but without the hassle and cost of a meter that is there year round when we just need it for a short period of time. The cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, Rochester, and St. Cloud all have contracts with ParkMobile. Where it comes to police is there are a few options we could explore on how to enforce it: 1. SAPD integrates the system with CAD, or officers use the system to check which license plates have paid / which have not. 1. Falcon Heights hires temporary parking enforcement employees during the Fair. They could always walkie-talkie an officer or even just call dispatch if needed. Option 2 has some appeal, as it could remove parking enforcement from the plate of law enforcement to allow police to focus on other public safety matters. I know more info will be needed to make definitive decisions, but I wanted to get SAPD's initial thoughts on it. Jack 20250107135238,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jeff Spiess jeff.spiess@savmn.com_119.eml No rush! The task force wants to talk about it next Wednesday, but I didn't want to get it out publicly before getting police a chance to review it. Jack ________________________________ From: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com> Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 1:49 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: RE: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App Hi Jack, Thanks for sending this over. I’ll review it and send you a response early tomorrow morning, if that works. Thanks, -Jeff [cid:image001.jpg@01D6E276.9EF51B10]<http://www.savmn.com/> JEFF SPIESS POLICE CHIEF ST ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT 3301 SILVER LAKE RD, ST. ANTHONY, MN 55418 | WWW.SAVMN.COM<http://www.savmn.com/> 612-782-3370 | JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM<mailto:JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM> From: Jack Linehan Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 12:14 PM To: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com> Subject: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App Hi Jeff, We have a State Fair Task Force that is exploring using a parking app during the State Fair (and maybe Back to the 50s) to bring in additional revenue. I wanted to bring it up to you for review and thoughts before we go further down exploring it. I've attached an overview from ParkMobile about what it is, but essentially what we would do is designate each block near the Fair that gets parking as a zone (i.e. 1500 block of Idaho becomes Zone 43521). Visitors see the signs, use either app, web, or calling to pay for parking at that block. We'd likely try to go for like $20/day parking rather than hourly parking to keep it simple, but hourly would generate more revenue. It's like using parking meters, but without the hassle and cost of a meter that is there year round when we just need it for a short period of time. The cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, Rochester, and St. Cloud all have contracts with ParkMobile. Where it comes to police is there are a few options we could explore on how to enforce it: 1. SAPD integrates the system with CAD, or officers use the system to check which license plates have paid / which have not. 1. Falcon Heights hires temporary parking enforcement employees during the Fair. They could always walkie-talkie an officer or even just call dispatch if needed. Option 2 has some appeal, as it could remove parking enforcement from the plate of law enforcement to allow police to focus on other public safety matters. I know more info will be needed to make definitive decisions, but I wanted to get SAPD's initial thoughts on it. Jack 20250107135439,Jeff Spiess jeff.spiess@savmn.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_120.eml Sounds good - much appreciated. From: Jack Linehan Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 1:53 PM To: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com> Subject: Re: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App No rush! The task force wants to talk about it next Wednesday, but I didn't want to get it out publicly before getting police a chance to review it. Jack ________________________________ From: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com<mailto:jeff.spiess@savmn.com>> Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 1:49 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: RE: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App Hi Jack, Thanks for sending this over. I'll review it and send you a response early tomorrow morning, if that works. Thanks, -Jeff [cid:image001.jpg@01D6E276.9EF51B10]<http://www.savmn.com/> JEFF SPIESS POLICE CHIEF ST ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT 3301 SILVER LAKE RD, ST. ANTHONY, MN 55418 | WWW.SAVMN.COM<http://www.savmn.com/> 612-782-3370 | JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM<mailto:JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM> From: Jack Linehan Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 12:14 PM To: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com<mailto:jeff.spiess@savmn.com>> Subject: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App Hi Jeff, We have a State Fair Task Force that is exploring using a parking app during the State Fair (and maybe Back to the 50s) to bring in additional revenue. I wanted to bring it up to you for review and thoughts before we go further down exploring it. I've attached an overview from ParkMobile about what it is, but essentially what we would do is designate each block near the Fair that gets parking as a zone (i.e. 1500 block of Idaho becomes Zone 43521). Visitors see the signs, use either app, web, or calling to pay for parking at that block. We'd likely try to go for like $20/day parking rather than hourly parking to keep it simple, but hourly would generate more revenue. It's like using parking meters, but without the hassle and cost of a meter that is there year round when we just need it for a short period of time. The cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, Rochester, and St. Cloud all have contracts with ParkMobile. Where it comes to police is there are a few options we could explore on how to enforce it: 1. SAPD integrates the system with CAD, or officers use the system to check which license plates have paid / which have not. 1. Falcon Heights hires temporary parking enforcement employees during the Fair. They could always walkie-talkie an officer or even just call dispatch if needed. Option 2 has some appeal, as it could remove parking enforcement from the plate of law enforcement to allow police to focus on other public safety matters. I know more info will be needed to make definitive decisions, but I wanted to get SAPD's initial thoughts on it. Jack 20250108103444,Jeff Spiess jeff.spiess@savmn.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_121.eml Hi Jack, This morning, we discussed the State Fair parking plans, and I agree that if you decide to use ParkMobile, option two seems optimal. My concern with option one is that officers may not have the capacity to give it the necessary attention, and it's difficult to predict how much additional workload it will create. Here are my thoughts, along with a few questions: * Access to ParkMobile: I believe officers should have access to the ParkMobile system to verify violations before issuing citations. This will be essential if a violation is contested in court and testimony is required. * Contacting On-Duty Officers: We need to establish a reliable way for temporary parking enforcement employees to contact the on-duty officer. My initial suggestion is for the on-duty officer to stop at FHCH each morning and provide their work cell phone number. This would allow the parking enforcement staff to text the officer, who can respond as available. I'm concerned that having parking enforcement employees contact dispatch might create frustration for both parties. * Additional Staffing: During our exploratory discussions, we mentioned funding an additional Falcon Heights officer during peak times (e.g., State Fair, Back to the 50's, etc.), likely between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. I recall there being a possibility of reimbursement for this by the MN State Fair. Does this align with your recollection? This additional officer could help address parking issues, traffic congestion, and day-to-day 911 calls. * Administrative Citation Process: Does Falcon Heights have an administrative citation process? If so, this might be an option in the future for temporary parking enforcement employees to issue administrative citations. This approach would allow the city to collect 100% of the fines and reduce the need for officers to issue citations. While I'm not deeply familiar with the process, I know St. Anthony is currently working on an administrative fine system for code enforcement. * Coverage Areas: How many zones and what specific areas will ParkMobile cover? Thank you again for bringing me into this discussion! Please let me know your thoughts. Best, -Jeff [cid:image001.jpg@01D6E276.9EF51B10]<http://www.savmn.com/> JEFF SPIESS POLICE CHIEF ST ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT 3301 SILVER LAKE RD, ST. ANTHONY, MN 55418 | WWW.SAVMN.COM<http://www.savmn.com/> 612-782-3370 | JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM<mailto:JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM> From: Jack Linehan Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 12:14 PM To: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com> Subject: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App Hi Jeff, We have a State Fair Task Force that is exploring using a parking app during the State Fair (and maybe Back to the 50s) to bring in additional revenue. I wanted to bring it up to you for review and thoughts before we go further down exploring it. I've attached an overview from ParkMobile about what it is, but essentially what we would do is designate each block near the Fair that gets parking as a zone (i.e. 1500 block of Idaho becomes Zone 43521). Visitors see the signs, use either app, web, or calling to pay for parking at that block. We'd likely try to go for like $20/day parking rather than hourly parking to keep it simple, but hourly would generate more revenue. It's like using parking meters, but without the hassle and cost of a meter that is there year round when we just need it for a short period of time. The cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, Rochester, and St. Cloud all have contracts with ParkMobile. Where it comes to police is there are a few options we could explore on how to enforce it: 1. SAPD integrates the system with CAD, or officers use the system to check which license plates have paid / which have not. 1. Falcon Heights hires temporary parking enforcement employees during the Fair. They could always walkie-talkie an officer or even just call dispatch if needed. Option 2 has some appeal, as it could remove parking enforcement from the plate of law enforcement to allow police to focus on other public safety matters. I know more info will be needed to make definitive decisions, but I wanted to get SAPD's initial thoughts on it. Jack 20250108142938,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jeff Spiess jeff.spiess@savmn.com_122.eml Super helpful, thank you Jeff. I'll get a more detailed answer as we get further along, but these are definitely good questions to look at. Up until 2018, SAPD totaled all overtime from the Fair and sent FH an invoice, which we in-turn invoiced to the State Fair. Getting reimbursed by the Fair may or may not be a possibility moving forward-- we got rejected in 2024 when asking for $5K in reimbursement for this past Fair as they feel they do enough for us as-is. The administrative citations route for parking is interesting. We also are struggling with processing code violations through the court proceedings, so that will be an avenue I'll explore more. Jack ________________________________ From: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 8, 2025 10:34 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: RE: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App Hi Jack, This morning, we discussed the State Fair parking plans, and I agree that if you decide to use ParkMobile, option two seems optimal. My concern with option one is that officers may not have the capacity to give it the necessary attention, and it’s difficult to predict how much additional workload it will create. Here are my thoughts, along with a few questions: * Access to ParkMobile: I believe officers should have access to the ParkMobile system to verify violations before issuing citations. This will be essential if a violation is contested in court and testimony is required. * Contacting On-Duty Officers: We need to establish a reliable way for temporary parking enforcement employees to contact the on-duty officer. My initial suggestion is for the on-duty officer to stop at FHCH each morning and provide their work cell phone number. This would allow the parking enforcement staff to text the officer, who can respond as available. I’m concerned that having parking enforcement employees contact dispatch might create frustration for both parties. * Additional Staffing: During our exploratory discussions, we mentioned funding an additional Falcon Heights officer during peak times (e.g., State Fair, Back to the 50’s, etc.), likely between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. I recall there being a possibility of reimbursement for this by the MN State Fair. Does this align with your recollection? This additional officer could help address parking issues, traffic congestion, and day-to-day 911 calls. * Administrative Citation Process: Does Falcon Heights have an administrative citation process? If so, this might be an option in the future for temporary parking enforcement employees to issue administrative citations. This approach would allow the city to collect 100% of the fines and reduce the need for officers to issue citations. While I’m not deeply familiar with the process, I know St. Anthony is currently working on an administrative fine system for code enforcement. * Coverage Areas: How many zones and what specific areas will ParkMobile cover? Thank you again for bringing me into this discussion! Please let me know your thoughts. Best, -Jeff [cid:image001.jpg@01D6E276.9EF51B10]<http://www.savmn.com/> JEFF SPIESS POLICE CHIEF ST ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT 3301 SILVER LAKE RD, ST. ANTHONY, MN 55418 | WWW.SAVMN.COM<http://www.savmn.com/> 612-782-3370 | JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM<mailto:JEFF.SPIESS@SAVMN.COM> From: Jack Linehan Sent: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 12:14 PM To: Jeff Spiess <jeff.spiess@savmn.com> Subject: State Fair Parking - ParkMobile Pay-by-Phone Parking App Hi Jeff, We have a State Fair Task Force that is exploring using a parking app during the State Fair (and maybe Back to the 50s) to bring in additional revenue. I wanted to bring it up to you for review and thoughts before we go further down exploring it. I've attached an overview from ParkMobile about what it is, but essentially what we would do is designate each block near the Fair that gets parking as a zone (i.e. 1500 block of Idaho becomes Zone 43521). Visitors see the signs, use either app, web, or calling to pay for parking at that block. We'd likely try to go for like $20/day parking rather than hourly parking to keep it simple, but hourly would generate more revenue. It's like using parking meters, but without the hassle and cost of a meter that is there year round when we just need it for a short period of time. The cities of Minneapolis, Wayzata, Rochester, and St. Cloud all have contracts with ParkMobile. Where it comes to police is there are a few options we could explore on how to enforce it: 1. SAPD integrates the system with CAD, or officers use the system to check which license plates have paid / which have not. 1. Falcon Heights hires temporary parking enforcement employees during the Fair. They could always walkie-talkie an officer or even just call dispatch if needed. Option 2 has some appeal, as it could remove parking enforcement from the plate of law enforcement to allow police to focus on other public safety matters. I know more info will be needed to make definitive decisions, but I wanted to get SAPD's initial thoughts on it. Jack 20250109092639,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falco_123.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I know you've got a meeting coming up next week. I already sent updated slides to Paula, so I'll send them to you as well Jack. Let me know how I can support you all, and I'll be available during the meeting and can participate in any way if you'd like. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 9:29 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] ParkMobile + City of Falcon Heights Parking Management Program 20250109115116,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_124.eml Hi Rob, Thank you for sharing, it's a really helpful presentation. The meeting for next week looks to be on Wednesday, Jan 15th at 7PM here at City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W). Would it be possible for you to attend and provide a 10-15 minute presentation on the proposal? You likely can present the "what" much more eloquently than we can. We could try Zoom as well, but to be honest it's 50/50 if we can get Zoom running correctly during the meeting, so in-person is definitely best. Let me know your thoughts. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 9:26 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I know you've got a meeting coming up next week. I already sent updated slides to Paula, so I'll send them to you as well Jack. Let me know how I can support you all, and I'll be available during the meeting and can participate in any way if you'd like. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 9:29 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250109172342,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Rob Stephens rob.stephens@_125.eml I'll start drafting FAQ Friday afternoon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 11:51 AM To: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Hi Rob, Thank you for sharing, it's a really helpful presentation. The meeting for next week looks to be on Wednesday, Jan 15th at 7PM here at City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W). Would it be possible for you to attend and provide a 10-15 minute presentation on the proposal? You likely can present the "what" much more eloquently than we can. We could try Zoom as well, but to be honest it's 50/50 if we can get Zoom running correctly during the meeting, so in-person is definitely best. Let me know your thoughts. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 9:26 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I know you've got a meeting coming up next week. I already sent updated slides to Paula, so I'll send them to you as well Jack. Let me know how I can support you all, and I'll be available during the meeting and can participate in any way if you'd like. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 9:29 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250110085524,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falco_126.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I should be able to attend in person. I'm finalizing the details this morning. Let's have a check-in conversation before Wednesday. Do y'all have any availability today or Monday? Rob On Thu, Jan 9, 2025, 5:23 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'll start drafting FAQ Friday afternoon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 11:51 AM To: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Hi Rob, Thank you for sharing, it's a really helpful presentation. The meeting for next week looks to be on Wednesday, Jan 15th at 7PM here at City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+Larpenteur+Ave+W?entry=gmail&source=g>). Would it be possible for you to attend and provide a 10-15 minute presentation on the proposal? You likely can present the "what" much more eloquently than we can. We could try Zoom as well, but to be honest it's 50/50 if we can get Zoom running correctly during the meeting, so in-person is definitely best. Let me know your thoughts. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 9:26 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I know you've got a meeting coming up next week. I already sent updated slides to Paula, so I'll send them to you as well Jack. Let me know how I can support you all, and I'll be available during the meeting and can participate in any way if you'd like. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 9:29 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250110100201,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_127.eml Hi Rob, I know Paula usually works 8-2:30ish on weekdays and may not see this until after, so could we try to plan something for next Monday at say 3PM? Otherwise, I'm free today as well after 1:30PM. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Friday, January 10, 2025 8:55 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I should be able to attend in person. I'm finalizing the details this morning. Let's have a check-in conversation before Wednesday. Do y'all have any availability today or Monday? Rob On Thu, Jan 9, 2025, 5:23 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'll start drafting FAQ Friday afternoon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 11:51 AM To: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Hi Rob, Thank you for sharing, it's a really helpful presentation. The meeting for next week looks to be on Wednesday, Jan 15th at 7PM here at City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+Larpenteur+Ave+W?entry=gmail&source=g>). Would it be possible for you to attend and provide a 10-15 minute presentation on the proposal? You likely can present the "what" much more eloquently than we can. We could try Zoom as well, but to be honest it's 50/50 if we can get Zoom running correctly during the meeting, so in-person is definitely best. Let me know your thoughts. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 9:26 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I know you've got a meeting coming up next week. I already sent updated slides to Paula, so I'll send them to you as well Jack. Let me know how I can support you all, and I'll be available during the meeting and can participate in any way if you'd like. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 9:29 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250110120804,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com_128.eml Yes, feel free to call me at (651) 792-7611 or can chat however. So far the agenda is: * Approve October Minutes * Proposal for paid on street parking * Recommend approval of the Special Event Commercial Parking Lot Ordinance to City Council Jack ________________________________ From: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Sent: Friday, January 10, 2025 12:05 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Task force Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Do you have a few minutes to check in? Not urgent Sent from my iPhone 2 ParkMobile + City of Falcon Heights Parking Management Program • Locations • Public streets • Option for off-street parking as well • One zone number for all on-street spaces • Signage on posts with additional A-frame signage at street level • Parking Policy • Rules set by city • Public streets during State Fair period • Rates set by city • Options depending on municipal goals • Flat rate • Variable rate based on when parking session starts (early bird, etc.) • Enforcement • Two options: • Integration w/ police citation writing system • ParkMobile nForce • Revenue • Revenue is distributed to City monthly Why ParkMobile? Proven, rapid implementation of the most complex operations Marketing at launch and beyond Ongoing success through account management Execution Broadest functionality for every stage of the journey–on and off street Zone, Reservations, Gated, Insights, PM360 Platform Existing integrations with all of the City’s parking technology Great North America Network Open network to allow app use elsewhere Network Most widely used app in North America–with multiple ways to pay 3 ParkMobile by the numbers 65 Million+ Users nationwide 600+ cities & municipalities 150+ universities 25+ airports 15 Million+ monthly transactions 47 of the top 100 cities • Ranked #3 in the Navigation category of the app store only behind Waze and Google Maps • Adopted by over 1 in 10 U.S. drivers • 25% of users engage with the app as they travel to different markets 4 5 The ParkMobile Network 25-30% of ParkMobile members use our app as they travel across markets ParkMobile connects consumers to the largest network of municipal, private, airport, transit and venue parking inventory in the U.S. We are in 8 of the top 10 U.S. cities. ParkMobile Top Markets Atlanta Boston Dallas Houston Indianapolis Los Angeles Miami Montgomery County Minneapolis Philadelphia Pittsburgh St. Louis Tampa Washington D.C. On-Demand Reservations Both Harnessing network users to accelerate digital adoption ● What’s a network user? A network user is simply a person who’s already using ParkMobile in another market. ● Benefits for users: A network user already knows about mobile payment, already has an app downloaded, and are ready to use digital parking when they come to your area. ● Benefits for clients: With our vast base of users across the country, ParkMobile accelerates client’s digital parking programs with more users, more transactions, and more awareness. 6 ParkMobile’s Regional Presence 2.6+ Million Regional ParkMobile Users ● Minneapolis, MN ● St. Cloud, MN ● Wayzata, MN ● Rochester, MN ● Milwaukee, WI ● La Crosse, WI ● Lake Geneva, WI ● Whitefish Bay, WI ● Davenport, IA ● Des Moines, IA ● Sioux City, IA ● Ames, IA ● Cedar Rapids, IA ● Ames, IA 1,500,000 Minnesota Users Maximizing the value of your entire parking inventory 8 On-street zone parking Regulated zones with curbside parking on-street Off-street non gated parking Open parking lots or garages without gates or access control Fleet parking Parking spaces for multiple vehicles owned by a single organization or company Off-street reservations Spaces where booking of parking in advance, providing guaranteed parking availability Off-street gated zone parking Secured areas with controlled access, equipped with cameras or gates The Parking App 9 The most user -friendly, popular digital parking app in North America ParkMobile gives more options for contactless payments 10 Looking to provide more contactless payment options in your city or facility? ParkMobile now offers multiple ways for your customers to pay for parking, making it easier than ever to go contactless. People can pay by app, web, or even text, whichever way they choose. Pay by app Pay by web Pay by text Equitable Access for Patrons Without Smartphones, Credit, or Debit Cards • No smartphone? Drivers who don’t own a smartphone can easily pay for parking by calling a toll-free IVR number and making a payment over the phone. An Equitable Experience Pay for parkingby calling, by PayPal, or by prepaid card • No credit or debit card? Drivers without a credit card can use PayPal to connect a bank account or use a prepaid card aspayment • Unbanked? Use a prepaid card or a reloadable prepaid card from a retailer like GreenDot or NetSpend. 12 Select or Enter ParkMobile Zone Choose Parking Time, Vehicle and Payment Method Confirm Information and Start Parking Know how much time you have left. Extend time remotely ParkMobile On-Demand / Zone Parking Register or Login Quickly find and pay for parking with a feature-rich mobile app Parking Expiration Notification Reminders 13 App accessibility ● Our web and native consumer applications in compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements and we are working toward WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. ● App colors are accessible for color-blind users, and we offer an audio screen reader for visually impaired users. App Screen Reader Demo ParkMobile focuses on making our solution accessible, so all users have an equivalent user experience, regardless of disability. 14 ParkMobile Pricing There is no upfront cost and no annual fee. ● Signage, enforcement, account management, back office and 24/7/365 customer service are included at no cost to the city ● Transaction feespaid by the user 16 ParkMobile Implementations, Marketing, and Support Implementation Process Data Collection & Set Up Gather ZAR (zone and rate structure) information on parking inventory, location, rates, integrations, merchant account information, signage, etc. Testing & Training Conduct testing and train the client on ParkMobile tools to selfmanage their parking rates and provide access to reporting. Launch & Support Client will go live with ParkMobile transactions and have continued support with our talented teams! ● Implementations ● Client Support ● Account Management ● Customer Care Marketing Discuss marketing initiatives for launch! ● Press Release ● Social Media ● Geo Fencing ● Collateral 17 18 End-to-end engagement and activation • ParkMobile deploys and embeds sophisticated marketing technology, tools and tactics in every step of the consumer cycle, driving awareness, adoption and sustained growth • Our experienced team delivers results significantly above all competitors in the market Awareness Adoption Engagement Retention Advocacy ✔ Signage ✔ Local media ✔ Wallet cards ✔ Advertising ✔ Welcome email ✔ Demos ✔ In-app messaging ✔ Geo-fencing and Geotargeting ✔ Event notifications ✔ Push triggers ✔ Facebook ads ✔ ParkMobile Pro ✔ Promotions ✔ Re-engagement ✔ News & updates ✔ App store reviews ✔ Social media ✔ Refer a friend Complete End-to-End Launch Plan 45 Days Out 30 Days Out Day 1 30-60 Days 60+ Days EngagementPost -LaunchLaunchPre -LaunchBuild Up Potential Activation Options • Decal & Signage Installation • Release Mobile App • Push Zones & GPS Live • Joint Press Release • Social Media Engagement • Geo-fencing • Local media outreach • Kickoff Meeting with Implementation Manager • Zone and Rate (ZAR) Meter Inventory • Signage Order • Decals & Signage design • Marketing planning • Press Releases – first announcements • “Coming Soon” Messages • Influencer outreach • Decals & Signage production • Zone and Rate Configuration and Test • Enforcement Handheld Test & Training • Payment Processing Test • Collateral – Flyers & Wallet Cards • Social Media • Weekly update calls • Share analytics on downloads, transactions, and utilization • Social Media Engagement • Email Marketing • Push Notifications / InApp Messaging • User Testimonials • Receive continued support with your Account Manager • Email Marketing • Push Notifications / In-App Messaging • Social Media Support • Anniversary CampaignsPromotions / Discounts • Lapsed User Promotions • Contextual Alerts –Weather events, road closures Planning Phase Deployment Phase Adoption Phase 20 ParkMobile’s Rapid Deployment of Pay-by-Cell Contract signed 30 days 60 days 90 days Time to go -live after contract finalized Alexandria, VA: • Less than 60 days Asbury Park, NJ: • Less than 35 days Columbus, OH: • Less than 35 days Idaho Springs, CO: • 7 days Colorado Springs, CO: • 30 days Allentown, PA: • 11 days 2 0 21 Geo-targeting ● ParkMobile can geo-fence messages around the city and airport to target visitors coming into town who already have the app on their phone. ● Geo-targeted messages will let people know that they can use the ParkMobile app all around the city. now Welcome to Baltimore! Use ParkMobile all over the city to pay for parking on-the-go! You can even reserve a spot from our app! ParkMobile 2 1 22 Promotions ParkMobile can set up special promotions for parking in the city, such as discounted or free parking. 2 2 The ParkMobile marketing team will work with you to design and execute a promotion that is right for you. 23 Structured, Secured and Privacy Compliant • ParkMobile maintains the broadest certifications and highest levels of insurance coverage in the industry ✔SSAE 16 –Statements of Standards for Attestation Engagements ✔PCI DSS Level 1 –Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard ✔ISO 9001 2015 –Quality Management Certification ✔Cyber Insurance of $15,000,000+ ✔NCPA Approved ✔Compliant with new privacy regulations - PIPEDA (Canada) and CCPA (California) The market leader in customer support Best-in-class support 24/7/365 We take the burden of customer service off of your team so you can focus more on what’s important to you. ● 50,000+ customer service contacts per month ● Minimum Satisfaction score of 90% for all Member Services interactions. ● 85% of calls answered within 30 seconds ● Level 1 PCI compliant ensuring data security ● Multi-channel call center with in-house phone, email, web and in-app chat, social media & bilingual support. 24 25 Support & Account Management • Account Management team will be 1stpoint of contact. • Regular touchpoints • New Features, Future enhancements, upgrades • KPI run-through: Transaction Growth, User Growth, YOY growth, Best/Worst performing zones (by trx volume) • #1 Goal is Success for your program • Client Support works to enact any changes to program needed • Member Services team will support city parkers 24x7x365 • Sales & AM work together for new solution implementations VENDOR PROVIDED SIGNAGE 27 ParkMobile Provides High Impact Signage Signage includes permanent signs, stickers, and can even include temporary signage like A-frames. It includes any visualizations that help drive awareness and adoption of mobile payment as an option. 12x18 Sign Rider to Place Under Existing Sign Rider sticker to go below Multispace Meters(e.g. 8”x12”) 28 On-Demand Signage 18x24 Sign 24x36 A-Frame 24x36 “Perks” A-Frame 28x44 “Windmaster” 29 High Impact Signage Research shows signage is the #1 way people learn about ParkMobile ParkMobile works closely with clients to deploy high impact signage around parking spots 30 ParkMobile 360 Rate Management and Analytics ParkMobile 360 Analytics and Reporting • Easy-To-Read Reporting Dashboard View • Scheduled Reports Delivered to Your Inbox • Filter By Date and Supplier • Download ParkMobile 360 Reporting Data in Multiple Formats: (.xls, .csv, and .pdf) We offer API integration to all parties: ● Parking meter providers ● Mobile parking providers ● Enforcement platforms and control interface integrators Aggregate all hardware, data sources, and information from your parking operations in one place ● Improves enforcement processes and standardizes all transactional data within your Parking Operations. ● Real-time communication with every component of the parking operation. ● Improved visibility into inventory, transactions, and usage. ParkMobile 360 – A comprehensive tool for all your parking data 32 33 ParkMobile 360 Rate and Policy Management • Calendar View: ParkMobile 360 shows daily, weekly and monthly calendar views of all parking policies, making it easy to visually see all parking rates and make the necessary adjustments. • Rate Creator: A user can quickly create rates for specific days, weeks or months. If there’s a festival, street cleaning or a weather event, a user can just change and update rates across different locations. • Policy Management Across Locations: Complete view of rates and policies across multiple locations. A user can quickly apply policies from one location to another without having to rebuild a location’s rate structure. • Rate Tester: Before pushing out a rate change, test that rate to make sure it is working properly and avoid any potential customer service issues. 34 ParkMobile 360 Reporting Financial reports in PM360 clearly show: • Payment Amount • Parking Amount • Transaction Fee. 20250110125813,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_129.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Jack, let me give you a call at 2. What's the best number to reach you? Best, Rob On Fri, Jan 10, 2025 at 10:02 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I know Paula usually works 8-2:30ish on weekdays and may not see this until after, so could we try to plan something for next Monday at say 3PM? Otherwise, I'm free today as well after 1:30PM. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, January 10, 2025 8:55 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I should be able to attend in person. I'm finalizing the details this morning. Let's have a check-in conversation before Wednesday. Do y'all have any availability today or Monday? Rob On Thu, Jan 9, 2025, 5:23 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'll start drafting FAQ Friday afternoon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 11:51 AM To: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Hi Rob, Thank you for sharing, it's a really helpful presentation. The meeting for next week looks to be on Wednesday, Jan 15th at 7PM here at City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+Larpenteur+Ave+W?entry=gmail&source=g>). Would it be possible for you to attend and provide a 10-15 minute presentation on the proposal? You likely can present the "what" much more eloquently than we can. We could try Zoom as well, but to be honest it's 50/50 if we can get Zoom running correctly during the meeting, so in-person is definitely best. Let me know your thoughts. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 9:26 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I know you've got a meeting coming up next week. I already sent updated slides to Paula, so I'll send them to you as well Jack. Let me know how I can support you all, and I'll be available during the meeting and can participate in any way if you'd like. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 9:29 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250110131450,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falco_130.eml Hey, I'm available this afternoon - was done work at noon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Friday, January 10, 2025 12:58 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Cc: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Jack, let me give you a call at 2. What's the best number to reach you? Best, Rob On Fri, Jan 10, 2025 at 10:02 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I know Paula usually works 8-2:30ish on weekdays and may not see this until after, so could we try to plan something for next Monday at say 3PM? Otherwise, I'm free today as well after 1:30PM. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, January 10, 2025 8:55 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I should be able to attend in person. I'm finalizing the details this morning. Let's have a check-in conversation before Wednesday. Do y'all have any availability today or Monday? Rob On Thu, Jan 9, 2025, 5:23 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'll start drafting FAQ Friday afternoon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 11:51 AM To: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Hi Rob, Thank you for sharing, it's a really helpful presentation. The meeting for next week looks to be on Wednesday, Jan 15th at 7PM here at City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+Larpenteur+Ave+W?entry=gmail&source=g>). Would it be possible for you to attend and provide a 10-15 minute presentation on the proposal? You likely can present the "what" much more eloquently than we can. We could try Zoom as well, but to be honest it's 50/50 if we can get Zoom running correctly during the meeting, so in-person is definitely best. Let me know your thoughts. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 9:26 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I know you've got a meeting coming up next week. I already sent updated slides to Paula, so I'll send them to you as well Jack. Let me know how I can support you all, and I'll be available during the meeting and can participate in any way if you'd like. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 9:29 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250110134408,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Rob Stephens rob.stephens@_131.eml Here's an idea I'd like to propose - Robert, you mentioned a six months lead time. The second biggest event at the fairgrounds is the Back to 50s Car show June 20 - 22. Would it be at all possible to test Park Mobile that weekend? Less busy than the State Fair, but lots of parking in our Northome neighborhood and some in our Northeast neighborhood. Robert, here's a link to our city map for State Fair parking: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/4184/638282251088030000 Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, January 10, 2025 10:02 AM To: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Hi Rob, I know Paula usually works 8-2:30ish on weekdays and may not see this until after, so could we try to plan something for next Monday at say 3PM? Otherwise, I'm free today as well after 1:30PM. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Friday, January 10, 2025 8:55 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I should be able to attend in person. I'm finalizing the details this morning. Let's have a check-in conversation before Wednesday. Do y'all have any availability today or Monday? Rob On Thu, Jan 9, 2025, 5:23 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'll start drafting FAQ Friday afternoon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 11:51 AM To: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Hi Rob, Thank you for sharing, it's a really helpful presentation. The meeting for next week looks to be on Wednesday, Jan 15th at 7PM here at City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+Larpenteur+Ave+W?entry=gmail&source=g>). Would it be possible for you to attend and provide a 10-15 minute presentation on the proposal? You likely can present the "what" much more eloquently than we can. We could try Zoom as well, but to be honest it's 50/50 if we can get Zoom running correctly during the meeting, so in-person is definitely best. Let me know your thoughts. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, January 9, 2025 9:26 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I know you've got a meeting coming up next week. I already sent updated slides to Paula, so I'll send them to you as well Jack. Let me know how I can support you all, and I'll be available during the meeting and can participate in any way if you'd like. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 9:29 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: Check out some of the public engagement materials linked here for some language on how various cities have described their programs to residents: https://parkingreform.org/playbook/pbd/resources.html . That page also has links to ordinances too. Because ParkMobile is highly customizable. Let's try laying out exactly what you want. Answer these questions, like an FAQ. Is the program full time, year round? Is the program like a paid permit in a residential area? Do residents have to pay? How will people know when the program is in effect? ParkMobile eliminates the need for meters. It also allows for resident discounts. Residents all have driveways, right? So the main people to pay would be visitors, correct? Let's set up a time to chat after you answer that FAQ and look over the links I sent. Best, Rob On Wed, Nov 20, 2024, 7:12 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Could you help me think through wording for describing the ParkMobile/pay for parking program to our residents? We have been using the term permit parking, which implies only people with permits can park on the streets during the fair. We would get strong push back against that. We're not replacing meters, which is how you would describe using Park Mobile in a commercial area. We're essentially selling parking on our residential streets without the meters. Promoting benefits is not hard to describe - raise revenue/add a revenue stream/pay for street improvements. I'm just tripping over good verbiage to describe the program. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:45 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights ParkMobile Short Proposal You don't often get email from rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. It was a pleasure to speak with you all yesterday. Here is a short version of the proposal, for your reference. It's an overview of how ParkMobile would work in your use case, and I will add more event-specific details once I discuss it with my team. 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City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, January 15, 2024 7:00 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. October 16, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. Pay for Street Parking Proposal 2. Commercial Parking Lot License 3. Discussion on Request for State Assistance 4. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: February 19, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights 2024 State Fair Task Force Meeting City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday October 16, 2024 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson McGarthwaite (R) __x__ Vice Chairperson Porter __arrived after role call_ Secretary Johnson _x_ Allard __absent__ May __x__ Brace ___x_ Prather ____x__ Davis ___x_ Paulus __absent__ Hausman _x__ Staff Liaison Linehan __x__ City Council Liaison Mielke___x__ Voting members. 9 Present. 5 Required for a Quorum. Quorum has been achieved. C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. Motion made and APPROVED 7-0 (1 members arrived after vote taken) D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. August 21, 2024 Minutes APPROVED 8-0 as amended E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Post – State Fair Survey/ Feed Back i. 2024: 145 responses so far with 77% having attended the Fair this year 1. Mostly from NE Quadrant and Northome 2. Safety and Policing 1. Visibility- 61% saw regular patrols 2. Adequacy-Approximately 33% felt police presence was adequate 3. Safety at home-76% felt safe during the Fair 3. Parking 1. Enforcement- 42% felt it was adequate 2. Permit Only areas- 35% wishes to change Permit Only to all city streets 4. Traffic/Noise 1. Congestion: 23% said it was less of an issue 2. Overall traffic: 50% said it was worse 3. 61% residents felt noise was the same, 22% said better, 21% said worse 5. Litter/Property respect 46% felt litter was improved 1. 70% agree fairgoers had respect for property 6. New Policies 1. 79% didn’t notice changes to pedicabs, 17% said it was better 2. 68% liked the signage and curb marking 7. Future Improvements/Other 1. Commercial Parking: split evenly with opinion on regulation 2. Resident compensation: Most would like free, reduced cost or season pass option for those within a geographic distance to the Fair 3. Policing: 79% didn’t contact during fair. 13% called Ramsey County. 2. Special Event Commercial Parking Lot license i. 35 Commercial businesses ii. Ordinance No. 24-XX 1. recommendation to alter wording at the next workshop meeting to include “special events” instead of MN State Fair references APPROVED 8-0 2. Year-long license recommended APPROVED 8-0 3. Recommendation for the fee to be returned if not accepted as a commercial lot APPROVED 8-0 4. Recommendation to include emergency contact during fair in the application APPROVED 8-0 5. Commercial Lots recommended to add “NO PARKING” signs if they are closed to parkers. APPROVED 8-0 3. Ice Castles i. For many years, a Utah Company has owned/run the event ii. Parking is expected to be exclusively on the Fairgrounds iii. Anticipated numbers are in the “ten’s of thousands” From January through possibly March (weather dependent) 4. Member Topics i. Get Pressed 1407 Larpenteur 1. Baywest Grant applied for pollution clean-up (brownfield Clean up) 1. Costs expected to be several hundred thousand dollars. 2. 10 townhome verbal approval from Planning Commission ii. Study by Member Georgiana May on correlation between State Fair and increase in vehicle accidents and police activity 1. Member May presented data that she compiled on the increase in police calls during the fair, as well as the increase in vehicle accidents during that time. 2. Chairperson McGarthwaite thanked Member May for her hard work on data she compiled. 5. Request for State Assistance i. City of St. Paul has a contract with the State Fair for policing around the Fair and receives approximately $600,000 to do so. ii. Get a small working group and assemble proposal for state aid iii. Member Hausman recommends a City Council Level approach (not citizen level) 1. Detailed survey, policing issues and cost, and lack of MNSF support 2. P. Mielke plans to meet in November with Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten, Rep. Leigh Finke and Council Member Mitra’s Leg. Aid. 6. Next Steps i. Talk to Senator Oumou Verbeten and other legislators about getting State level aid ii. Codify Commercial Parking Licensure F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison i. Hill hall estimates about $5,000 cost to the city for the MNSF ii. Tuesday October 29 at 6pm Stouts Bingo with MC Eric Meyer iii. October 26, 2-5pm Fall Festival at City Hall 1. Music, Bouncy House, (75th Anniversary Celebration starts at 1pm) iv. Poss. Engineer & Economic impact studies: cost issues. Maybe find grad student at the U of MN? 1. Police presence, Emergency Vehicle access, Traffic, This may help with state support 2. Staff Liaison i. Community Park: Removing old building and Replacing with Prefab Restroom/warming area ii. Police contract 1. December 2024 Ramsey County Sheriff contract ends (although they will commit to January and February potentially)- 1. Untested if they would respond for unpaid assistance. Likely 911 only, no theft or other violations. i. FH residents pay Ramsey county taxes that include the Sheriff department 2. T. Brace asked about Contract negotiations. i. Vote to occur in Council meetings at SAV and FH next week. ii. SAV/L officers can commit to 24/7 emergencies, patrol a specified number of Hours/day, until officers are hired starting March 1, 2025. Anticipated full staffing by July 1, 2026. Prepared by Secretary Johnson G. ADJOURN 8:10PM Next regular meeting date: November 20, 2024 at 6:30pm (skip December) REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Pay for Street Parking Proposal Description Members of the Task Force identified that the city of Falcon Heights provides approximately 800-1,000 free parking spots at any given time to visitors of the Minnesota State Fair. For decades, residents have struggled with the growing impact of the Minnesota State Fair on the city’s infrastructure and public services. As indicated in our post-Fair surveys, the primary issue for residents during the State Fair is parking. There is a desire to find a solution to improve parking and to compensate—or at the very least, reimburse—residents for the impact the growth of the Fair has had on the quality of life of neighbors. Council Liaison Mielke and Staff Liaison Linehan met with representatives from ParkMobile in late 2024 to discuss a mobile parking app solution. ParkMobile has active contracts with the cities of Minneapolis, Rochester, Wayzata and St. Cloud in Minnesota, and is the third largest parking app nationwide behind Google Maps and Waze. Essentially, ParkMobile operates like parking meters, but without the need for a meter. If adopted, the City would designate each parkable block as a “zone”—i.e. 1400 block of Idaho may become zone 35421. ParkMobile would provide all signage, and visitors would pay via app, website, text, or by phone to park. There is no setup fee. ParkMobile would charge approximately $0.40 to $0.45 cents per transaction, plus if they are the payment processor an additional 3% + $0.20. If, for example parking is $20, the fees would be around $1.20. Funds raised by pay-for-street parking could be used primarily two ways: 1) Increased parking enforcement. With a direct funding source, the City could hire additional parking agents to free up law enforcement to focus on more serious public safety matters. 2) Dedicated street funding. The funds raised by a program could be directly invested in our streets. Doing so would reduce the tax burden our residents face when paying for streets that visitors use without taxes going to the City. The State Fair Task Force is requested to review the proposal and discuss the merits of a program. Additionally, answering the following questions would help provide direction to the City Council: 1) How should parking for residents and their visitors be handled? 2) How far throughout the City should the program extend? Meeting Date January 15, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 3) How should streets that are currently permit parking only be approached? If the general concept is favorable, the State Fair Task Force would be requested to make a formal recommendation to the City Council at our February meeting. Rob Stephens from ParkMobile will be in attendance at the meeting to present on the topic and answer any specific questions that may arise. Budget Impact Initial estimates on the budget impact would be approximately $100,000 to $200,000 annually. Attachment(s) • ParkMobile Presentation Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force review the proposal and bring questions or thoughts on the concept. 2 ParkMobile + City of Falcon Heights Parking Management Program • Locations • Public streets • Option for off-street parking as well • One zone number for all on-street spaces • Signage on posts with additional A-frame signage at street level • Parking Policy • Rules set by city • Public streets during State Fair period • Rates set by city • Options depending on municipal goals • Flat rate • Variable rate based on when parking session starts (early bird, etc.) • Enforcement • Two options: • Integration w/ police citation writing system • ParkMobile nForce • Revenue • Revenue is distributed to City monthly Why ParkMobile? Proven, rapid implementation of the most complex operations Marketing at launch and beyond Ongoing success through account management Execution Broadest functionality for every stage of the journey–on and off street Zone, Reservations, Gated, Insights, PM360 Platform Existing integrations with all of the City’s parking technology Great North America Network Open network to allow app use elsewhere Network Most widely used app in North America–with multiple ways to pay 3 ParkMobile by the numbers 65 Million+ Users nationwide 600+ cities & municipalities 150+ universities 25+ airports 15 Million+ monthly transactions 47 of the top 100 cities • Ranked #3 in the Navigation category of the app store only behind Waze and Google Maps • Adopted by over 1 in 10 U.S. drivers • 25% of users engage with the app as they travel to different markets 4 5 The ParkMobile Network 25-30% of ParkMobile members use our app as they travel across markets ParkMobile connects consumers to the largest network of municipal, private, airport, transit and venue parking inventory in the U.S. We are in 8 of the top 10 U.S. cities. ParkMobile Top Markets Atlanta Boston Dallas Houston Indianapolis Los Angeles Miami Montgomery County Minneapolis Philadelphia Pittsburgh St. Louis Tampa Washington D.C. On-Demand Reservations Both Harnessing network users to accelerate digital adoption ● What’s a network user? A network user is simply a person who’s already using ParkMobile in another market. ● Benefits for users: A network user already knows about mobile payment, already has an app downloaded, and are ready to use digital parking when they come to your area. ● Benefits for clients: With our vast base of users across the country, ParkMobile accelerates client’s digital parking programs with more users, more transactions, and more awareness. 6 ParkMobile’s Regional Presence 2.6+ Million Regional ParkMobile Users ● Minneapolis, MN ● St. Cloud, MN ● Wayzata, MN ● Rochester, MN ● Milwaukee, WI ● La Crosse, WI ● Lake Geneva, WI ● Whitefish Bay, WI ● Davenport, IA ● Des Moines, IA ● Sioux City, IA ● Ames, IA ● Cedar Rapids, IA ● Ames, IA 1,500,000 Minnesota Users Maximizing the value of your entire parking inventory 8 On-street zone parking Regulated zones with curbside parking on-street Off-street nongated parking Open parking lots or garages without gates or access control Fleet parking Parking spaces for multiple vehicles owned by a single organization or company Off-street reservations Spaces where booking of parking in advance, providing guaranteed parking availability Off-street gated zone parking Secured areas with controlled access, equipped with cameras or gates The Parking App 9 The most user-friendly, popular digital parking app in North America ParkMobile gives more options for contactless payments 10 Looking to provide more contactless payment options in your city or facility? ParkMobile now offers multiple ways for your customers to pay for parking, making it easier than ever to go contactless. People can pay by app, web, or even text, whichever way they choose. Pay by app Pay by web Pay by text Equitable Access for Patrons Without Smartphones, Credit, or Debit Cards • No smartphone? Drivers who don’t own a smartphone can easily pay for parking by calling a toll-free IVR number and making a payment over the phone. An Equitable Experience Pay for parking by calling, by PayPal, or by prepaid card • No credit or debit card? Drivers without a credit card can use PayPal to connect a bank account or use a prepaid card as payment • Unbanked? Use a prepaid card or a reloadable prepaid card from a retailer like GreenDot or NetSpend. 12 Select or Enter ParkMobile Zone Choose Parking Time, Vehicle and Payment Method Confirm Information and Start Parking Know how much time you have left. Extend time remotely ParkMobile On-Demand / Zone Parking Register or Login Quickly find and pay for parking with a feature-rich mobile app Parking Expiration Notification Reminders 13 App accessibility ● Our web and native consumer applications in compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements and we are working toward WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. ● App colors are accessible for color-blind users, and we offer an audio screen reader for visually impaired users. App Screen Reader Demo RPReplay_Final1636129743.mov ParkMobile focuses on making our solution accessible, so all users have an equivalent user experience, regardless of disability. 14 ParkMobile Pricing There is no upfront cost and no annual fee. ● Signage, enforcement, account management, back office and 24/7/365 customer service are included at no cost to the city ● Transaction feespaid by the user 16 ParkMobile Implementations, Marketing, and Support Implementation Process Data Collection & Set Up Gather ZAR (zone and rate structure) information on parking inventory, location, rates, integrations, merchant account information, signage, etc. Testing & Training Conduct testing and train the client on ParkMobile tools to selfmanage their parking rates and provide access to reporting. Launch & Support Client will go live with ParkMobile transactions and have continued support with our talented teams! ● Implementations ● Client Support ● Account Management ● Customer Care Marketing Discuss marketing initiatives for launch! ● Press Release ● Social Media ● Geo Fencing ● Collateral 17 18 End-to-end engagement and activation • ParkMobile deploys and embeds sophisticated marketing technology, tools and tactics in every step of the consumer cycle, driving awareness, adoption and sustained growth • Our experienced team delivers results significantly above all competitors in the market Awareness Adoption Engagement Retention Advocacy ✔ Signage ✔ Local media ✔ Wallet cards ✔ Advertising ✔ Welcome email ✔ Demos ✔ In-app messaging ✔ Geo-fencing and Geotargeting ✔ Event notifications ✔ Push triggers ✔ Facebook ads ✔ ParkMobile Pro ✔ Promotions ✔ Re-engagement ✔ News & updates ✔ App store reviews ✔ Social media ✔ Refer a friend Complete End-to-End Launch Plan 45 Days Out 30 Days Out Day 1 30-60 Days 60+ Days EngagementPost -LaunchLaunchPre -LaunchBuild Up Potential Activation Options • Decal & Signage Installation • Release Mobile App • Push Zones & GPS Live • Joint Press Release • Social Media Engagement • Geo-fencing • Local media outreach • Kickoff Meeting with Implementation Manager • Zone and Rate (ZAR) Meter Inventory • Signage Order • Decals & Signage design • Marketing planning • Press Releases – first announcements • “Coming Soon” Messages • Influencer outreach • Decals & Signage production • Zone and Rate Configuration and Test • Enforcement Handheld Test & Training • Payment Processing Test • Collateral – Flyers & Wallet Cards • Social Media • Weekly update calls • Share analytics on downloads, transactions, and utilization • Social Media Engagement • Email Marketing • Push Notifications / InApp Messaging • User Testimonials • Receive continued support with your Account Manager • Email Marketing • Push Notifications / In-App Messaging • Social Media Support • Anniversary CampaignsPromotions / Discounts • Lapsed User Promotions • Contextual Alerts –Weather events, road closures Planning Phase Deployment Phase Adoption Phase 20 ParkMobile’s Rapid Deployment of Pay-by-Cell Contract signed 30 days 60 days 90 days Time to go-live after contract finalized Alexandria, VA: •Less than 60 days Asbury Park, NJ: •Less than 35 days Columbus, OH: •Less than 35 days Idaho Springs, CO: •7 days Colorado Springs, CO: •30 days Allentown, PA: • 11 days 2 0 21 Geo-targeting ● ParkMobile can geo-fence messages around the city and airport to target visitors coming into town who already have the app on their phone. ● Geo-targeted messages will let people know that they can use the ParkMobile app all around the city. now Welcome to Baltimore! Use ParkMobile all over the city to pay for parking on-the-go! You can even reserve a spot from our app! ParkMobile 2 1 22 Promotions ParkMobile can set up special promotions for parking in the city, such as discounted or free parking. 2 2 The ParkMobile marketing team will work with you to design and execute a promotion that is right for you. 23 Structured, Secured and Privacy Compliant • ParkMobile maintains the broadest certifications and highest levels of insurance coverage in the industry ✔SSAE 16 –Statements of Standards for Attestation Engagements ✔PCI DSS Level 1 –Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard ✔ISO 9001 2015 –Quality Management Certification ✔Cyber Insurance of $15,000,000+ ✔NCPA Approved ✔Compliant with new privacy regulations -PIPEDA (Canada) and CCPA (California) The market leader in customer support Best-in-class support 24/7/365 We take the burden of customer service off of your team so you can focus more on what’s important to you. ● 50,000+ customer service contacts per month ● Minimum Satisfaction score of 90% for all Member Services interactions. ● 85% of calls answered within 30 seconds ● Level 1 PCI compliant ensuring data security ● Multi-channel call center with in-house phone, email, web and in-app chat, social media & bilingual support. 24 25 Support & Account Management • Account Management team will be 1st point of contact. • Regular touchpoints • New Features, Future enhancements, upgrades • KPI run-through: Transaction Growth, User Growth, YOY growth, Best/Worst performing zones (by trx volume) • #1 Goal is Success for your program • Client Support works to enact any changes to program needed • Member Services team will support city parkers 24x7x365 • Sales & AM work together for new solution implementations VENDOR PROVIDED SIGNAGE 27 ParkMobile Provides High Impact Signage Signage includes permanent signs, stickers, and can even include temporary signage like A-frames. It includes any visualizations that help drive awareness and adoption of mobile payment as an option. 12x18 Sign Rider to Place Under Existing Sign Rider sticker to go below Multispace Meters (e.g. 8”x12”) 28 On-Demand Signage 18x24 Sign 24x36 A-Frame 24x36 “Perks” A-Frame 28x44 “Windmaster” 29 High Impact Signage Research shows signage is the #1 way people learn about ParkMobile ParkMobile works closely with clients to deploy high impact signage around parking spots 30 ParkMobile 360 Rate Management and Analytics ParkMobile 360 Analytics and Reporting • Easy-To-Read Reporting Dashboard View • Scheduled Reports Delivered to Your Inbox •Filter By Date and Supplier •Download ParkMobile 360 Reporting Data in Multiple Formats: (.xls, .csv, and .pdf) We offer API integration to all parties: ● Parking meter providers ● Mobile parking providers ● Enforcement platforms and control interface integrators Aggregate all hardware, data sources, and information from your parking operations in one place ● Improves enforcement processes and standardizes all transactional data within your Parking Operations. ● Real-time communication with every component of the parking operation. ● Improved visibility into inventory, transactions, and usage. ParkMobile 360 – A comprehensive tool for all your parking data 32 33 ParkMobile 360 Rate and Policy Management • Calendar View: ParkMobile 360 shows daily, weekly and monthly calendar views of all parking policies, making it easy to visually see all parking rates and make the necessary adjustments. • Rate Creator: A user can quickly create rates for specific days, weeks or months. If there’s a festival, street cleaning or a weather event, a user can just change and update rates across different locations. • Policy Management Across Locations: Complete view of rates and policies across multiple locations. A user can quickly apply policies from one location to another without having to rebuild a location’s rate structure. • Rate Tester: Before pushing out a rate change, test that rate to make sure it is working properly and avoid any potential customer service issues. 34 ParkMobile 360 Reporting Financial reports in PM360 clearly show: • Payment Amount • Parking Amount • Transaction Fee. REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Commercial Parking Lot Licensing Description In the 2023 State Fair Task Force Report, it was noted that the regulation of commercial parking lots should be a future goal. As a reminder, the city does not allow parking in residential districts but does allow paid State Fair parking in commercial lots. The city does not regulate further beyond that, other than working with operators when complaints arise to ensure they are operating safely. A concern over special event commercial lots is that some that operate lots should not be doing so, some businesses no longer have sufficient parking to operate, and parking lot operations often spill into roadways, causing safety concerns. A t licensing system would also give staff a point of contact in the event of an issue, as often the operator of a commercial lot is not the same individual as the owner. At the October meeting, the State Fair Task Force gave direction to staff to expand the ordinance to be year-round rather than just the State Fair to encompass other special events. Additionally, more direction was provided on signage and language. Staff has modified the ordinance and is prepared to present it to City Council for approval in February if it is supported by the State Fair Task Force. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Draft Ordinance 25-XX – Special Event Commercial Parking Lots Action(s) Requested Motion to recommend the Falcon Heights City Council supports for adoption a Special Event Commercial Parking Lot Ordinance Meeting Date January 15, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment Ordinances Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 231465v4 ORDINANCE NO. 25-XX CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14 OF THE FALCON HEIGHTS CITY CODE TO LICENSE SPECIAL EVENT COMMERCIAL PARKING LOTS THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS ORDAINS: Section 1. Title 14 of the Falcon Heights City Code is hereby amended to add a new Article X to read as follows: ARTICLE X. SPECIAL EVENT COMMERCIAL PARKING LOTS Sec. 14-311. Definitions. Except where otherwise expressly stated, the following terms, wherever used in this chapter, shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them in this section: • Special event commercial parking lot: Any commercially zoned premise where motor vehicles are parked, stored, or allowed to remain for a fee at any point. • Licensee: The person or entity to whom a license is issued to operate a special event commercial parking lot. Sec. 14-312. License required. (a) No person shall engage in the business of operating a special event commercial parking lot without a license required under this article. (b) Each license issued under this article shall be subject to the provisions of this chapter and shall be valid only for the period specified in the license. Sec. 14-313. License fees. The license fee for operating a special event commercial parking lot shall be as established in the City Fee Schedule. The fee shall be paid at the time of application. Sec. 14-314. Licensing requirements. (a) Application. Any person desiring a license to operate a special event commercial parking lot shall submit an application on forms provided by the city. The application shall include: 1. The name, address, and telephone number of the applicant. 2. The name, address, and telephone number of the on-site contact for the proposed parking lot. 3. The location and size of the proposed parking lot. 4. The maximum number of vehicles to be parked on the lot. 231465v4 5. A general description of the security measures to be provided. 6. Any other information deemed necessary by the city. (b) Review and approval. The city shall review the application, inspect the proposed site, and approve or deny the license based on compliance with city standards and regulations. (c) Issuance. Upon approval, the city shall issue the license, which shall be prominently displayed at the entrance to the parking lot. Sec. 14-315. License expiration. Licenses issued under this article shall expire on December 31st of each year. Sec. 14-316. Operational requirements. (a) A special event commercial parking lot license will only be eligible to properties in a commercial zoning district. (b) The charge for parking shall be clearly posted at the entrance to the parking lot in letters of sufficient size to be readily seen from the street. (c) The parking lot shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner, free from litter and debris. (d) Adequate lighting shall be provided to ensure the safety and security of patrons. (e) The parking lot shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local traffic laws. (f) The licensee shall ensure that no vehicles are parked in a manner that obstructs sidewalks, driveways, or other access points. (g) The licensee shall ensure that all vehicles are parked in designated parking stalls as required by building codes. Sec. 14-317. Insurance requirements. No license shall be issued or renewed without proof of general liability insurance in an amount not less than one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) for injury or death to one person, three hundred thousand dollars ($300,000) for each occurrence, and one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) for property damage. The certificate of insurance must be issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota. Sec. 14-318. Enforcement and penalties. (a) The city shall have the authority to inspect any licensed special event commercial parking lot to ensure compliance with this article. 231465v4 (b)Any violation of the provisions of this article may result in the revocation or suspension of the license and/or a fine as established below: • Operating a commercial parking lot without a valid license: o $200 per parked vehicle per day Sec. 14-319. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. ADOPTED this [XX] day of [Month], 2025 by the City Council of Falcon Heights, Minnesota. CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS BY: ____________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Discussion of Request for State Assistance Description At previous meetings, members discussed the need for state assistance and resources during the State Fair. This will be an opportunity to discuss and formulate a request strategy. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss a potential request. Meeting Date January 15, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date January 15, 2025 Agenda Item E4 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, January 15, 2024 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER:7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ < Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____Georgiana May____Alice Hausman ___Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ </ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES October 16, 2025 NEW BUSINESS - Pay for Street Parking Proposal Commercial Parking Lot License Discussion on Request for State Assistance Member Topics / Open Discussion INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS City Council Liaison Update Staff Liaison Update ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: February 19, 2025 at 6:30PM 20250110162407,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Elke Johnson elke.johnson@falconheights.org, Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@_136.eml State Fair Task Force, Attached is our agenda packet for the meeting at 7PM next week. If members have other items they wish to discuss for 2025 that are not on the agenda, there will be availability during the member topics period. Feel free to reach out with any questions. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, January 15, 2024 7:00 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. October 16, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. Pay for Street Parking Proposal 2. Commercial Parking Lot License 3. Discussion on Request for State Assistance 4. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: February 19, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights 2024 State Fair Task Force Meeting City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday October 16, 2024 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson McGarthwaite (R) __x__ Vice Chairperson Porter __arrived after role call_ Secretary Johnson _x_ Allard __absent__ May __x__ Brace ___x_ Prather ____x__ Davis ___x_ Paulus __absent__ Hausman _x__ Staff Liaison Linehan __x__ City Council Liaison Mielke___x__ Voting members. 9 Present. 5 Required for a Quorum. Quorum has been achieved. C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. Motion made and APPROVED 7-0 (1 members arrived after vote taken) D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. August 21, 2024 Minutes APPROVED 8-0 as amended E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Post – State Fair Survey/ Feed Back i. 2024: 145 responses so far with 77% having attended the Fair this year 1. Mostly from NE Quadrant and Northome 2. Safety and Policing 1. Visibility- 61% saw regular patrols 2. Adequacy-Approximately 33% felt police presence was adequate 3. Safety at home-76% felt safe during the Fair 3. Parking 1. Enforcement- 42% felt it was adequate 2. Permit Only areas- 35% wishes to change Permit Only to all city streets 4. Traffic/Noise 1. Congestion: 23% said it was less of an issue 2. Overall traffic: 50% said it was worse 3. 61% residents felt noise was the same, 22% said better, 21% said worse 5. Litter/Property respect 46% felt litter was improved 1. 70% agree fairgoers had respect for property 6. New Policies 1. 79% didn’t notice changes to pedicabs, 17% said it was better 2. 68% liked the signage and curb marking 7. Future Improvements/Other 1. Commercial Parking: split evenly with opinion on regulation 2. Resident compensation: Most would like free, reduced cost or season pass option for those within a geographic distance to the Fair 3. Policing: 79% didn’t contact during fair. 13% called Ramsey County. 2. Special Event Commercial Parking Lot license i. 35 Commercial businesses ii. Ordinance No. 24-XX 1. recommendation to alter wording at the next workshop meeting to include “special events” instead of MN State Fair references APPROVED 8-0 2. Year-long license recommended APPROVED 8-0 3. Recommendation for the fee to be returned if not accepted as a commercial lot APPROVED 8-0 4. Recommendation to include emergency contact during fair in the application APPROVED 8-0 5. Commercial Lots recommended to add “NO PARKING” signs if they are closed to parkers. APPROVED 8-0 3. Ice Castles i. For many years, a Utah Company has owned/run the event ii. Parking is expected to be exclusively on the Fairgrounds iii. Anticipated numbers are in the “ten’s of thousands” From January through possibly March (weather dependent) 4. Member Topics i. Get Pressed 1407 Larpenteur 1. Baywest Grant applied for pollution clean-up (brownfield Clean up) 1. Costs expected to be several hundred thousand dollars. 2. 10 townhome verbal approval from Planning Commission ii. Study by Member Georgiana May on correlation between State Fair and increase in vehicle accidents and police activity 1. Member May presented data that she compiled on the increase in police calls during the fair, as well as the increase in vehicle accidents during that time. 2. Chairperson McGarthwaite thanked Member May for her hard work on data she compiled. 5. Request for State Assistance i. City of St. Paul has a contract with the State Fair for policing around the Fair and receives approximately $600,000 to do so. ii. Get a small working group and assemble proposal for state aid iii. Member Hausman recommends a City Council Level approach (not citizen level) 1. Detailed survey, policing issues and cost, and lack of MNSF support 2. P. Mielke plans to meet in November with Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten, Rep. Leigh Finke and Council Member Mitra’s Leg. Aid. 6. Next Steps i. Talk to Senator Oumou Verbeten and other legislators about getting State level aid ii. Codify Commercial Parking Licensure F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison i. Hill hall estimates about $5,000 cost to the city for the MNSF ii. Tuesday October 29 at 6pm Stouts Bingo with MC Eric Meyer iii. October 26, 2-5pm Fall Festival at City Hall 1. Music, Bouncy House, (75th Anniversary Celebration starts at 1pm) iv. Poss. Engineer & Economic impact studies: cost issues. Maybe find grad student at the U of MN? 1. Police presence, Emergency Vehicle access, Traffic, This may help with state support 2. Staff Liaison i. Community Park: Removing old building and Replacing with Prefab Restroom/warming area ii. Police contract 1. December 2024 Ramsey County Sheriff contract ends (although they will commit to January and February potentially)- 1. Untested if they would respond for unpaid assistance. Likely 911 only, no theft or other violations. i. FH residents pay Ramsey county taxes that include the Sheriff department 2. T. Brace asked about Contract negotiations. i. Vote to occur in Council meetings at SAV and FH next week. ii. SAV/L officers can commit to 24/7 emergencies, patrol a specified number of Hours/day, until officers are hired starting March 1, 2025. Anticipated full staffing by July 1, 2026. Prepared by Secretary Johnson G. ADJOURN 8:10PM Next regular meeting date: November 20, 2024 at 6:30pm (skip December) REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Pay for Street Parking Proposal Description Members of the Task Force identified that the city of Falcon Heights provides approximately 800-1,000 free parking spots at any given time to visitors of the Minnesota State Fair. For decades, residents have struggled with the growing impact of the Minnesota State Fair on the city’s infrastructure and public services. As indicated in our post-Fair surveys, the primary issue for residents during the State Fair is parking. There is a desire to find a solution to improve parking and to compensate—or at the very least, reimburse—residents for the impact the growth of the Fair has had on the quality of life of neighbors. Council Liaison Mielke and Staff Liaison Linehan met with representatives from ParkMobile in late 2024 to discuss a mobile parking app solution. ParkMobile has active contracts with the cities of Minneapolis, Rochester, Wayzata and St. Cloud in Minnesota, and is the third largest parking app nationwide behind Google Maps and Waze. Essentially, ParkMobile operates like parking meters, but without the need for a meter. If adopted, the City would designate each parkable block as a “zone”—i.e. 1400 block of Idaho may become zone 35421. ParkMobile would provide all signage, and visitors would pay via app, website, text, or by phone to park. There is no setup fee. ParkMobile would charge approximately $0.40 to $0.45 cents per transaction, plus if they are the payment processor an additional 3% + $0.20. If, for example parking is $20, the fees would be around $1.20. Funds raised by pay-for-street parking could be used primarily two ways: 1) Increased parking enforcement. With a direct funding source, the City could hire additional parking agents to free up law enforcement to focus on more serious public safety matters. 2) Dedicated street funding. The funds raised by a program could be directly invested in our streets. Doing so would reduce the tax burden our residents face when paying for streets that visitors use without taxes going to the City. The State Fair Task Force is requested to review the proposal and discuss the merits of a program. Additionally, answering the following questions would help provide direction to the City Council: 1) How should parking for residents and their visitors be handled? 2) How far throughout the City should the program extend? Meeting Date January 15, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 3) How should streets that are currently permit parking only be approached? If the general concept is favorable, the State Fair Task Force would be requested to make a formal recommendation to the City Council at our February meeting. Rob Stephens from ParkMobile will be in attendance at the meeting to present on the topic and answer any specific questions that may arise. Budget Impact Initial estimates on the budget impact would be approximately $100,000 to $200,000 annually. Attachment(s) • ParkMobile Presentation Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force review the proposal and bring questions or thoughts on the concept. 2 ParkMobile + City of Falcon Heights Parking Management Program • Locations • Public streets • Option for off-street parking as well • One zone number for all on-street spaces • Signage on posts with additional A-frame signage at street level • Parking Policy • Rules set by city • Public streets during State Fair period • Rates set by city • Options depending on municipal goals • Flat rate • Variable rate based on when parking session starts (early bird, etc.) • Enforcement • Two options: • Integration w/ police citation writing system • ParkMobile nForce • Revenue • Revenue is distributed to City monthly Why ParkMobile? Proven, rapid implementation of the most complex operations Marketing at launch and beyond Ongoing success through account management Execution Broadest functionality for every stage of the journey–on and off street Zone, Reservations, Gated, Insights, PM360 Platform Existing integrations with all of the City’s parking technology Great North America Network Open network to allow app use elsewhere Network Most widely used app in North America–with multiple ways to pay 3 ParkMobile by the numbers 65 Million+ Users nationwide 600+ cities & municipalities 150+ universities 25+ airports 15 Million+ monthly transactions 47 of the top 100 cities • Ranked #3 in the Navigation category of the app store only behind Waze and Google Maps • Adopted by over 1 in 10 U.S. drivers • 25% of users engage with the app as they travel to different markets 4 5 The ParkMobile Network 25-30% of ParkMobile members use our app as they travel across markets ParkMobile connects consumers to the largest network of municipal, private, airport, transit and venue parking inventory in the U.S. We are in 8 of the top 10 U.S. cities. ParkMobile Top Markets Atlanta Boston Dallas Houston Indianapolis Los Angeles Miami Montgomery County Minneapolis Philadelphia Pittsburgh St. Louis Tampa Washington D.C. On-Demand Reservations Both Harnessing network users to accelerate digital adoption ● What’s a network user? A network user is simply a person who’s already using ParkMobile in another market. ● Benefits for users: A network user already knows about mobile payment, already has an app downloaded, and are ready to use digital parking when they come to your area. ● Benefits for clients: With our vast base of users across the country, ParkMobile accelerates client’s digital parking programs with more users, more transactions, and more awareness. 6 ParkMobile’s Regional Presence 2.6+ Million Regional ParkMobile Users ● Minneapolis, MN ● St. Cloud, MN ● Wayzata, MN ● Rochester, MN ● Milwaukee, WI ● La Crosse, WI ● Lake Geneva, WI ● Whitefish Bay, WI ● Davenport, IA ● Des Moines, IA ● Sioux City, IA ● Ames, IA ● Cedar Rapids, IA ● Ames, IA 1,500,000 Minnesota Users Maximizing the value of your entire parking inventory 8 On-street zone parking Regulated zones with curbside parking on-street Off-street nongated parking Open parking lots or garages without gates or access control Fleet parking Parking spaces for multiple vehicles owned by a single organization or company Off-street reservations Spaces where booking of parking in advance, providing guaranteed parking availability Off-street gated zone parking Secured areas with controlled access, equipped with cameras or gates The Parking App 9 The most user-friendly, popular digital parking app in North America ParkMobile gives more options for contactless payments 10 Looking to provide more contactless payment options in your city or facility? ParkMobile now offers multiple ways for your customers to pay for parking, making it easier than ever to go contactless. People can pay by app, web, or even text, whichever way they choose. Pay by app Pay by web Pay by text Equitable Access for Patrons Without Smartphones, Credit, or Debit Cards • No smartphone? Drivers who don’t own a smartphone can easily pay for parking by calling a toll-free IVR number and making a payment over the phone. An Equitable Experience Pay for parking by calling, by PayPal, or by prepaid card • No credit or debit card? Drivers without a credit card can use PayPal to connect a bank account or use a prepaid card as payment • Unbanked? Use a prepaid card or a reloadable prepaid card from a retailer like GreenDot or NetSpend. 12 Select or Enter ParkMobile Zone Choose Parking Time, Vehicle and Payment Method Confirm Information and Start Parking Know how much time you have left. Extend time remotely ParkMobile On-Demand / Zone Parking Register or Login Quickly find and pay for parking with a feature-rich mobile app Parking Expiration Notification Reminders 13 App accessibility ● Our web and native consumer applications in compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements and we are working toward WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. ● App colors are accessible for color-blind users, and we offer an audio screen reader for visually impaired users. App Screen Reader Demo RPReplay_Final1636129743.mov ParkMobile focuses on making our solution accessible, so all users have an equivalent user experience, regardless of disability. 14 ParkMobile Pricing There is no upfront cost and no annual fee. ● Signage, enforcement, account management, back office and 24/7/365 customer service are included at no cost to the city ● Transaction feespaid by the user 16 ParkMobile Implementations, Marketing, and Support Implementation Process Data Collection & Set Up Gather ZAR (zone and rate structure) information on parking inventory, location, rates, integrations, merchant account information, signage, etc. Testing & Training Conduct testing and train the client on ParkMobile tools to selfmanage their parking rates and provide access to reporting. Launch & Support Client will go live with ParkMobile transactions and have continued support with our talented teams! ● Implementations ● Client Support ● Account Management ● Customer Care Marketing Discuss marketing initiatives for launch! ● Press Release ● Social Media ● Geo Fencing ● Collateral 17 18 End-to-end engagement and activation • ParkMobile deploys and embeds sophisticated marketing technology, tools and tactics in every step of the consumer cycle, driving awareness, adoption and sustained growth • Our experienced team delivers results significantly above all competitors in the market Awareness Adoption Engagement Retention Advocacy ✔ Signage ✔ Local media ✔ Wallet cards ✔ Advertising ✔ Welcome email ✔ Demos ✔ In-app messaging ✔ Geo-fencing and Geotargeting ✔ Event notifications ✔ Push triggers ✔ Facebook ads ✔ ParkMobile Pro ✔ Promotions ✔ Re-engagement ✔ News & updates ✔ App store reviews ✔ Social media ✔ Refer a friend Complete End-to-End Launch Plan 45 Days Out 30 Days Out Day 1 30-60 Days 60+ Days EngagementPost -LaunchLaunchPre -LaunchBuild Up Potential Activation Options • Decal & Signage Installation • Release Mobile App • Push Zones & GPS Live • Joint Press Release • Social Media Engagement • Geo-fencing • Local media outreach • Kickoff Meeting with Implementation Manager • Zone and Rate (ZAR) Meter Inventory • Signage Order • Decals & Signage design • Marketing planning • Press Releases – first announcements • “Coming Soon” Messages • Influencer outreach • Decals & Signage production • Zone and Rate Configuration and Test • Enforcement Handheld Test & Training • Payment Processing Test • Collateral – Flyers & Wallet Cards • Social Media • Weekly update calls • Share analytics on downloads, transactions, and utilization • Social Media Engagement • Email Marketing • Push Notifications / InApp Messaging • User Testimonials • Receive continued support with your Account Manager • Email Marketing • Push Notifications / In-App Messaging • Social Media Support • Anniversary CampaignsPromotions / Discounts • Lapsed User Promotions • Contextual Alerts –Weather events, road closures Planning Phase Deployment Phase Adoption Phase 20 ParkMobile’s Rapid Deployment of Pay-by-Cell Contract signed 30 days 60 days 90 days Time to go-live after contract finalized Alexandria, VA: •Less than 60 days Asbury Park, NJ: •Less than 35 days Columbus, OH: •Less than 35 days Idaho Springs, CO: •7 days Colorado Springs, CO: •30 days Allentown, PA: • 11 days 2 0 21 Geo-targeting ● ParkMobile can geo-fence messages around the city and airport to target visitors coming into town who already have the app on their phone. ● Geo-targeted messages will let people know that they can use the ParkMobile app all around the city. now Welcome to Baltimore! Use ParkMobile all over the city to pay for parking on-the-go! You can even reserve a spot from our app! ParkMobile 2 1 22 Promotions ParkMobile can set up special promotions for parking in the city, such as discounted or free parking. 2 2 The ParkMobile marketing team will work with you to design and execute a promotion that is right for you. 23 Structured, Secured and Privacy Compliant • ParkMobile maintains the broadest certifications and highest levels of insurance coverage in the industry ✔SSAE 16 –Statements of Standards for Attestation Engagements ✔PCI DSS Level 1 –Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard ✔ISO 9001 2015 –Quality Management Certification ✔Cyber Insurance of $15,000,000+ ✔NCPA Approved ✔Compliant with new privacy regulations -PIPEDA (Canada) and CCPA (California) The market leader in customer support Best-in-class support 24/7/365 We take the burden of customer service off of your team so you can focus more on what’s important to you. ● 50,000+ customer service contacts per month ● Minimum Satisfaction score of 90% for all Member Services interactions. ● 85% of calls answered within 30 seconds ● Level 1 PCI compliant ensuring data security ● Multi-channel call center with in-house phone, email, web and in-app chat, social media & bilingual support. 24 25 Support & Account Management • Account Management team will be 1st point of contact. • Regular touchpoints • New Features, Future enhancements, upgrades • KPI run-through: Transaction Growth, User Growth, YOY growth, Best/Worst performing zones (by trx volume) • #1 Goal is Success for your program • Client Support works to enact any changes to program needed • Member Services team will support city parkers 24x7x365 • Sales & AM work together for new solution implementations VENDOR PROVIDED SIGNAGE 27 ParkMobile Provides High Impact Signage Signage includes permanent signs, stickers, and can even include temporary signage like A-frames. It includes any visualizations that help drive awareness and adoption of mobile payment as an option. 12x18 Sign Rider to Place Under Existing Sign Rider sticker to go below Multispace Meters (e.g. 8”x12”) 28 On-Demand Signage 18x24 Sign 24x36 A-Frame 24x36 “Perks” A-Frame 28x44 “Windmaster” 29 High Impact Signage Research shows signage is the #1 way people learn about ParkMobile ParkMobile works closely with clients to deploy high impact signage around parking spots 30 ParkMobile 360 Rate Management and Analytics ParkMobile 360 Analytics and Reporting • Easy-To-Read Reporting Dashboard View • Scheduled Reports Delivered to Your Inbox •Filter By Date and Supplier •Download ParkMobile 360 Reporting Data in Multiple Formats: (.xls, .csv, and .pdf) We offer API integration to all parties: ● Parking meter providers ● Mobile parking providers ● Enforcement platforms and control interface integrators Aggregate all hardware, data sources, and information from your parking operations in one place ● Improves enforcement processes and standardizes all transactional data within your Parking Operations. ● Real-time communication with every component of the parking operation. ● Improved visibility into inventory, transactions, and usage. ParkMobile 360 – A comprehensive tool for all your parking data 32 33 ParkMobile 360 Rate and Policy Management • Calendar View: ParkMobile 360 shows daily, weekly and monthly calendar views of all parking policies, making it easy to visually see all parking rates and make the necessary adjustments. • Rate Creator: A user can quickly create rates for specific days, weeks or months. If there’s a festival, street cleaning or a weather event, a user can just change and update rates across different locations. • Policy Management Across Locations: Complete view of rates and policies across multiple locations. A user can quickly apply policies from one location to another without having to rebuild a location’s rate structure. • Rate Tester: Before pushing out a rate change, test that rate to make sure it is working properly and avoid any potential customer service issues. 34 ParkMobile 360 Reporting Financial reports in PM360 clearly show: • Payment Amount • Parking Amount • Transaction Fee. REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Commercial Parking Lot Licensing Description In the 2023 State Fair Task Force Report, it was noted that the regulation of commercial parking lots should be a future goal. As a reminder, the city does not allow parking in residential districts but does allow paid State Fair parking in commercial lots. The city does not regulate further beyond that, other than working with operators when complaints arise to ensure they are operating safely. A concern over special event commercial lots is that some that operate lots should not be doing so, some businesses no longer have sufficient parking to operate, and parking lot operations often spill into roadways, causing safety concerns. A t licensing system would also give staff a point of contact in the event of an issue, as often the operator of a commercial lot is not the same individual as the owner. At the October meeting, the State Fair Task Force gave direction to staff to expand the ordinance to be year-round rather than just the State Fair to encompass other special events. Additionally, more direction was provided on signage and language. Staff has modified the ordinance and is prepared to present it to City Council for approval in February if it is supported by the State Fair Task Force. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Draft Ordinance 25-XX – Special Event Commercial Parking Lots Action(s) Requested Motion to recommend the Falcon Heights City Council supports for adoption a Special Event Commercial Parking Lot Ordinance Meeting Date January 15, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment Ordinances Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 231465v4 ORDINANCE NO. 25-XX CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14 OF THE FALCON HEIGHTS CITY CODE TO LICENSE SPECIAL EVENT COMMERCIAL PARKING LOTS THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS ORDAINS: Section 1. Title 14 of the Falcon Heights City Code is hereby amended to add a new Article X to read as follows: ARTICLE X. SPECIAL EVENT COMMERCIAL PARKING LOTS Sec. 14-311. Definitions. Except where otherwise expressly stated, the following terms, wherever used in this chapter, shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them in this section: • Special event commercial parking lot: Any commercially zoned premise where motor vehicles are parked, stored, or allowed to remain for a fee at any point. • Licensee: The person or entity to whom a license is issued to operate a special event commercial parking lot. Sec. 14-312. License required. (a) No person shall engage in the business of operating a special event commercial parking lot without a license required under this article. (b) Each license issued under this article shall be subject to the provisions of this chapter and shall be valid only for the period specified in the license. Sec. 14-313. License fees. The license fee for operating a special event commercial parking lot shall be as established in the City Fee Schedule. The fee shall be paid at the time of application. Sec. 14-314. Licensing requirements. (a) Application. Any person desiring a license to operate a special event commercial parking lot shall submit an application on forms provided by the city. The application shall include: 1. The name, address, and telephone number of the applicant. 2. The name, address, and telephone number of the on-site contact for the proposed parking lot. 3. The location and size of the proposed parking lot. 4. The maximum number of vehicles to be parked on the lot. 231465v4 5. A general description of the security measures to be provided. 6. Any other information deemed necessary by the city. (b) Review and approval. The city shall review the application, inspect the proposed site, and approve or deny the license based on compliance with city standards and regulations. (c) Issuance. Upon approval, the city shall issue the license, which shall be prominently displayed at the entrance to the parking lot. Sec. 14-315. License expiration. Licenses issued under this article shall expire on December 31st of each year. Sec. 14-316. Operational requirements. (a) A special event commercial parking lot license will only be eligible to properties in a commercial zoning district. (b) The charge for parking shall be clearly posted at the entrance to the parking lot in letters of sufficient size to be readily seen from the street. (c) The parking lot shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner, free from litter and debris. (d) Adequate lighting shall be provided to ensure the safety and security of patrons. (e) The parking lot shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local traffic laws. (f) The licensee shall ensure that no vehicles are parked in a manner that obstructs sidewalks, driveways, or other access points. (g) The licensee shall ensure that all vehicles are parked in designated parking stalls as required by building codes. Sec. 14-317. Insurance requirements. No license shall be issued or renewed without proof of general liability insurance in an amount not less than one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) for injury or death to one person, three hundred thousand dollars ($300,000) for each occurrence, and one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) for property damage. The certificate of insurance must be issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota. Sec. 14-318. Enforcement and penalties. (a) The city shall have the authority to inspect any licensed special event commercial parking lot to ensure compliance with this article. 231465v4 (b)Any violation of the provisions of this article may result in the revocation or suspension of the license and/or a fine as established below: • Operating a commercial parking lot without a valid license: o $200 per parked vehicle per day Sec. 14-319. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. ADOPTED this [XX] day of [Month], 2025 by the City Council of Falcon Heights, Minnesota. CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS BY: ____________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Discussion of Request for State Assistance Description At previous meetings, members discussed the need for state assistance and resources during the State Fair. This will be an opportunity to discuss and formulate a request strategy. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss a potential request. Meeting Date January 15, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date January 15, 2025 Agenda Item E4 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, January 15, 2024 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER:7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ < Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____Georgiana May____Alice Hausman ___Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ </ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES October 16, 2025 NEW BUSINESS - Pay for Street Parking Proposal Commercial Parking Lot License Discussion on Request for State Assistance Member Topics / Open Discussion INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS City Council Liaison Update Staff Liaison Update ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: February 19, 2025 at 6:30PM 20250110163954,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_christine.noonan@mnstatefair.org_ christine.noonan@mnstatefair.org, _M_137.eml Hi Christine and Mike, I hope you both had a happy holidays! I wanted to give you a neighborly heads-up that the City of Falcon Heights is in the early stages of exploring a contract with ParkMobile to designate all of our city-owned residential streets as paid parking zones during the State Fair, and potentially for Back to the 50s as well. It seems like it may be a great solution to help our city and residents "lean in" to the additional traffic the Fair brings in as a positive for our city. A small portion of the revenue generated could be used to help fund additional parking enforcement personnel which would free up our law enforcement to focus on the more serious public safety issues that occur in Falcon Heights during the Fair, and the rest of the revenue would fund the wear-and-tear on our city streets, likely reducing the property tax burden of residents. We currently have about 1,000 public street spots that are free parking, and we have maybe that many more spots that are "no parking during the State Fair" or permit-only that could be considered for paid parking. At a modest rate and potentially turning over multiple spots a day, we are talking about a serious revenue stream that could potentially mostly pay for our city street reconstruction fund. I don't see this as a negative for the MN State Fair and it seems to fit in to the practice that we each govern within our respective jurisdictions. I wanted to give you a very preliminary courtesy heads up so that you hear from us first rather than reading about it if a journalist picks up on it from our agenda packets. Feel free to share with whoever may need to know on your team, and I'm happy to answer any questions on it. I know ParkMobile has interest in reaching out, too, as they work with stadiums/Fairs across the country the more coordination for available parking, the better. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 2 ParkMobile + City of Falcon Heights Parking Management Program • Locations • Public streets • Option for off-street parking as well • One zone number for all on-street spaces • Signage on posts with additional A-frame signage at street level • Parking Policy • Rules set by city • Public streets during State Fair period • Rates set by city • Options depending on municipal goals • Flat rate • Variable rate based on when parking session starts (early bird, etc.) • Enforcement • Two options: • Integration w/ police citation writing system • ParkMobile nForce • Revenue • Revenue is distributed to City monthly Why ParkMobile? Proven, rapid implementation of the most complex operations Marketing at launch and beyond Ongoing success through account management Execution Broadest functionality for every stage of the journey–on and off street Zone, Reservations, Gated, Insights, PM360 Platform Existing integrations with all of the City’s parking technology Great North America Network Open network to allow app use elsewhere Network Most widely used app in North America–with multiple ways to pay 3 ParkMobile by the numbers 65 Million+ Users nationwide 600+ cities & municipalities 150+ universities 25+ airports 15 Million+ monthly transactions 47 of the top 100 cities • Ranked #3 in the Navigation category of the app store only behind Waze and Google Maps • Adopted by over 1 in 10 U.S. drivers • 25% of users engage with the app as they travel to different markets 4 5 The ParkMobile Network 25-30% of ParkMobile members use our app as they travel across markets ParkMobile connects consumers to the largest network of municipal, private, airport, transit and venue parking inventory in the U.S. We are in 8 of the top 10 U.S. cities. ParkMobile Top Markets Atlanta Boston Dallas Houston Indianapolis Los Angeles Miami Montgomery County Minneapolis Philadelphia Pittsburgh St. Louis Tampa Washington D.C. On-Demand Reservations Both Harnessing network users to accelerate digital adoption ● What’s a network user? A network user is simply a person who’s already using ParkMobile in another market. ● Benefits for users: A network user already knows about mobile payment, already has an app downloaded, and are ready to use digital parking when they come to your area. ● Benefits for clients: With our vast base of users across the country, ParkMobile accelerates client’s digital parking programs with more users, more transactions, and more awareness. 6 ParkMobile’s Regional Presence 2.6+ Million Regional ParkMobile Users ● Minneapolis, MN ● St. Cloud, MN ● Wayzata, MN ● Rochester, MN ● Milwaukee, WI ● La Crosse, WI ● Lake Geneva, WI ● Whitefish Bay, WI ● Davenport, IA ● Des Moines, IA ● Sioux City, IA ● Ames, IA ● Cedar Rapids, IA ● Ames, IA 1,500,000 Minnesota Users Maximizing the value of your entire parking inventory 8 On-street zone parking Regulated zones with curbside parking on-street Off-street nongated parking Open parking lots or garages without gates or access control Fleet parking Parking spaces for multiple vehicles owned by a single organization or company Off-street reservations Spaces where booking of parking in advance, providing guaranteed parking availability Off-street gated zone parking Secured areas with controlled access, equipped with cameras or gates The Parking App 9 The most user-friendly, popular digital parking app in North America ParkMobile gives more options for contactless payments 10 Looking to provide more contactless payment options in your city or facility? ParkMobile now offers multiple ways for your customers to pay for parking, making it easier than ever to go contactless. People can pay by app, web, or even text, whichever way they choose. Pay by app Pay by web Pay by text Equitable Access for Patrons Without Smartphones, Credit, or Debit Cards • No smartphone? Drivers who don’t own a smartphone can easily pay for parking by calling a toll-free IVR number and making a payment over the phone. An Equitable Experience Pay for parking by calling, by PayPal, or by prepaid card • No credit or debit card? Drivers without a credit card can use PayPal to connect a bank account or use a prepaid card as payment • Unbanked? Use a prepaid card or a reloadable prepaid card from a retailer like GreenDot or NetSpend. 12 Select or Enter ParkMobile Zone Choose Parking Time, Vehicle and Payment Method Confirm Information and Start Parking Know how much time you have left. Extend time remotely ParkMobile On-Demand / Zone Parking Register or Login Quickly find and pay for parking with a feature-rich mobile app Parking Expiration Notification Reminders 13 App accessibility ● Our web and native consumer applications in compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements and we are working toward WCAG 2.1 AA compliance. ● App colors are accessible for color-blind users, and we offer an audio screen reader for visually impaired users. App Screen Reader Demo RPReplay_Final1636129743.mov ParkMobile focuses on making our solution accessible, so all users have an equivalent user experience, regardless of disability. 14 ParkMobile Pricing There is no upfront cost and no annual fee. ● Signage, enforcement, account management, back office and 24/7/365 customer service are included at no cost to the city ● Transaction feespaid by the user 16 ParkMobile Implementations, Marketing, and Support Implementation Process Data Collection & Set Up Gather ZAR (zone and rate structure) information on parking inventory, location, rates, integrations, merchant account information, signage, etc. Testing & Training Conduct testing and train the client on ParkMobile tools to selfmanage their parking rates and provide access to reporting. Launch & Support Client will go live with ParkMobile transactions and have continued support with our talented teams! ● Implementations ● Client Support ● Account Management ● Customer Care Marketing Discuss marketing initiatives for launch! ● Press Release ● Social Media ● Geo Fencing ● Collateral 17 18 End-to-end engagement and activation • ParkMobile deploys and embeds sophisticated marketing technology, tools and tactics in every step of the consumer cycle, driving awareness, adoption and sustained growth • Our experienced team delivers results significantly above all competitors in the market Awareness Adoption Engagement Retention Advocacy ✔ Signage ✔ Local media ✔ Wallet cards ✔ Advertising ✔ Welcome email ✔ Demos ✔ In-app messaging ✔ Geo-fencing and Geotargeting ✔ Event notifications ✔ Push triggers ✔ Facebook ads ✔ ParkMobile Pro ✔ Promotions ✔ Re-engagement ✔ News & updates ✔ App store reviews ✔ Social media ✔ Refer a friend Complete End-to-End Launch Plan 45 Days Out 30 Days Out Day 1 30-60 Days 60+ Days EngagementPost -LaunchLaunchPre -LaunchBuild Up Potential Activation Options • Decal & Signage Installation • Release Mobile App • Push Zones & GPS Live • Joint Press Release • Social Media Engagement • Geo-fencing • Local media outreach • Kickoff Meeting with Implementation Manager • Zone and Rate (ZAR) Meter Inventory • Signage Order • Decals & Signage design • Marketing planning • Press Releases – first announcements • “Coming Soon” Messages • Influencer outreach • Decals & Signage production • Zone and Rate Configuration and Test • Enforcement Handheld Test & Training • Payment Processing Test • Collateral – Flyers & Wallet Cards • Social Media • Weekly update calls • Share analytics on downloads, transactions, and utilization • Social Media Engagement • Email Marketing • Push Notifications / InApp Messaging • User Testimonials • Receive continued support with your Account Manager • Email Marketing • Push Notifications / In-App Messaging • Social Media Support • Anniversary CampaignsPromotions / Discounts • Lapsed User Promotions • Contextual Alerts –Weather events, road closures Planning Phase Deployment Phase Adoption Phase 20 ParkMobile’s Rapid Deployment of Pay-by-Cell Contract signed 30 days 60 days 90 days Time to go-live after contract finalized Alexandria, VA: •Less than 60 days Asbury Park, NJ: •Less than 35 days Columbus, OH: •Less than 35 days Idaho Springs, CO: •7 days Colorado Springs, CO: •30 days Allentown, PA: • 11 days 2 0 21 Geo-targeting ● ParkMobile can geo-fence messages around the city and airport to target visitors coming into town who already have the app on their phone. ● Geo-targeted messages will let people know that they can use the ParkMobile app all around the city. now Welcome to Baltimore! Use ParkMobile all over the city to pay for parking on-the-go! You can even reserve a spot from our app! ParkMobile 2 1 22 Promotions ParkMobile can set up special promotions for parking in the city, such as discounted or free parking. 2 2 The ParkMobile marketing team will work with you to design and execute a promotion that is right for you. 23 Structured, Secured and Privacy Compliant • ParkMobile maintains the broadest certifications and highest levels of insurance coverage in the industry ✔SSAE 16 –Statements of Standards for Attestation Engagements ✔PCI DSS Level 1 –Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard ✔ISO 9001 2015 –Quality Management Certification ✔Cyber Insurance of $15,000,000+ ✔NCPA Approved ✔Compliant with new privacy regulations -PIPEDA (Canada) and CCPA (California) The market leader in customer support Best-in-class support 24/7/365 We take the burden of customer service off of your team so you can focus more on what’s important to you. ● 50,000+ customer service contacts per month ● Minimum Satisfaction score of 90% for all Member Services interactions. ● 85% of calls answered within 30 seconds ● Level 1 PCI compliant ensuring data security ● Multi-channel call center with in-house phone, email, web and in-app chat, social media & bilingual support. 24 25 Support & Account Management • Account Management team will be 1st point of contact. • Regular touchpoints • New Features, Future enhancements, upgrades • KPI run-through: Transaction Growth, User Growth, YOY growth, Best/Worst performing zones (by trx volume) • #1 Goal is Success for your program • Client Support works to enact any changes to program needed • Member Services team will support city parkers 24x7x365 • Sales & AM work together for new solution implementations VENDOR PROVIDED SIGNAGE 27 ParkMobile Provides High Impact Signage Signage includes permanent signs, stickers, and can even include temporary signage like A-frames. It includes any visualizations that help drive awareness and adoption of mobile payment as an option. 12x18 Sign Rider to Place Under Existing Sign Rider sticker to go below Multispace Meters (e.g. 8”x12”) 28 On-Demand Signage 18x24 Sign 24x36 A-Frame 24x36 “Perks” A-Frame 28x44 “Windmaster” 29 High Impact Signage Research shows signage is the #1 way people learn about ParkMobile ParkMobile works closely with clients to deploy high impact signage around parking spots 30 ParkMobile 360 Rate Management and Analytics ParkMobile 360 Analytics and Reporting • Easy-To-Read Reporting Dashboard View • Scheduled Reports Delivered to Your Inbox •Filter By Date and Supplier •Download ParkMobile 360 Reporting Data in Multiple Formats: (.xls, .csv, and .pdf) We offer API integration to all parties: ● Parking meter providers ● Mobile parking providers ● Enforcement platforms and control interface integrators Aggregate all hardware, data sources, and information from your parking operations in one place ● Improves enforcement processes and standardizes all transactional data within your Parking Operations. ● Real-time communication with every component of the parking operation. ● Improved visibility into inventory, transactions, and usage. ParkMobile 360 – A comprehensive tool for all your parking data 32 33 ParkMobile 360 Rate and Policy Management • Calendar View: ParkMobile 360 shows daily, weekly and monthly calendar views of all parking policies, making it easy to visually see all parking rates and make the necessary adjustments. • Rate Creator: A user can quickly create rates for specific days, weeks or months. If there’s a festival, street cleaning or a weather event, a user can just change and update rates across different locations. • Policy Management Across Locations: Complete view of rates and policies across multiple locations. A user can quickly apply policies from one location to another without having to rebuild a location’s rate structure. • Rate Tester: Before pushing out a rate change, test that rate to make sure it is working properly and avoid any potential customer service issues. 34 ParkMobile 360 Reporting Financial reports in PM360 clearly show: • Payment Amount • Parking Amount • Transaction Fee. 20250113123217,christine.noonan@mnstatefair.org,_Jack Linehan_ jack.linehan@falconheights.org, _Mike.Hagen@mnstatefair.org_ Mike.H_138.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack: Happy New Year to you! Many thanks for giving us the heads up on this! Please keep us posted on any developments. Much appreciated, ~Christine From: "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> To: "christine.noonan@mnstatefair.org" <christine.noonan@mnstatefair.org>, "Mike.Hagen@mnstatefair.org" <Mike.Hagen@mnstatefair.org> Date: 01/10/2025 04:40 PM Subject: Falcon Heights Pay-for-Street-Parking App ________________________________ Hi Christine and Mike, I hope you both had a happy holidays! I wanted to give you a neighborly heads-up that the City of Falcon Heights is in the early stages of exploring a contract with ParkMobile to designate all of our city-owned residential streets as paid parking zones during the State Fair, and potentially for Back to the 50s as well. It seems like it may be a great solution to help our city and residents "lean in" to the additional traffic the Fair brings in as a positive for our city. A small portion of the revenue generated could be used to help fund additional parking enforcement personnel which would free up our law enforcement to focus on the more serious public safety issues that occur in Falcon Heights during the Fair, and the rest of the revenue would fund the wear-and-tear on our city streets, likely reducing the property tax burden of residents. We currently have about 1,000 public street spots that are free parking, and we have maybe that many more spots that are "no parking during the State Fair" or permit-only that could be considered for paid parking. At a modest rate and potentially turning over multiple spots a day, we are talking about a serious revenue stream that could potentially mostly pay for our city street reconstruction fund. I don't see this as a negative for the MN State Fair and it seems to fit in to the practice that we each govern within our respective jurisdictions. I wanted to give you a very preliminary courtesy heads up so that you hear from us first rather than reading about it if a journalist picks up on it from our agenda packets. Feel free to share with whoever may need to know on your team, and I'm happy to answer any questions on it. I know ParkMobile has interest in reaching out, too, as they work with stadiums/Fairs across the country the more coordination for available parking, the better. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. [attachment "03(A) City of Falcon Heights ParkMobile Presentation.pdf" deleted by Christine Noonan/MSF] 20250117162949,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org, Elke Johnson elke.johnson@_139.eml Good Afternoon, Attached is the bi-weekly staff memo for the latest happenings in the city. Have a happy weekend and let's take the opportunity during the day off on Monday to reflect on Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy in our lives. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. Administrator’s Memorandum January 17, 2025 Submitted by: Jack Linehan, City Administrator Reminders/Notifications: • League of MN City Day on the Hill will be on Thursday, March 6th from 9 AM to 6 PM. This is an event to connect with other cities and meet with our legislators. If you would like to attend, please let me know and staff will register you. • City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 20th in observance of MLK Day. City Council: January 22nd City Council Meeting The Wednesday, January 22nd City Council Agenda includes the following items (City Administrator’s Notes in italics): • Presentation • Minutes o January 8, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes o January 8, 2025 City Council Special Workshop Meeting Minutes ▪ The minutes have been reviewed and are ready for your approval. • Public Hearings o Public Hearing for the 2025 Pavement Management Program and Resolution 25-06 Ordering Improvement and Preparation of Plans and Specifications ▪ The proposed project involves full depth reclamation, spot curb replacement and spot utility improvements and paving in Falcon Woods and Northome. Prior to opening the hearing, City staff will present general information. • Consent Agenda: o General Disbursements through 1/16/25: $829,379.04 ▪ Payables of note include: • $6,000 to Pale Blue Dot LLC for Climate Action Plan. • $103,466 to Zions Bank for principal and interest on the Series 2023A bond for 2023 PMP payment. • $596,765.60 total split amongst four separate payments of $149,191.40 to RCSO for law enforcement services in November and December of 2024 and January and February of 2025. • $12,240.03 to City of Little Canada for building inspections Q4 in 2024. • $8,930.75 to WSB for Community Park planning • $30,035.86 to Deere & Company for the trade-in and purchase of a John Deere 1585 TerrainCut with attachments for Public Works • Originally a check was cut for $59K for the total price of the TerrainCut mower / blower. This is the total purchase price, but the City will receive $29K off the cost with tradein of our older model. Staff issued the new correct check amount and voided the original, but both show up in the packet. ▪ Payroll through 1/12/25: $22,798.41 • 1/7/25: $8,560.87 • 1/12/25: $14,237.54 ▪ Wire Payments through 1/12/25: $283,087.33 • Payroll: $12,087.33 • Bond and Interest Payment: $271,000 o Approval of City Licenses ▪ 2025 Municipal Business Licenses • National Dentex Labs, LLC • American Family Mutual Insurance Company S.I. • The Good Acre • Curves ▪ 2025 Tree Contractor License • Hugo’s Tree Care, Inc. • Rainbow Treecare ▪ 2025 Charitable Gambling License • Falcon Heights Elementary PTSA o Approval of Resolution 25-06 Accepting Resignation of Mishy Wang from the Community Engagement Commission ▪ Mishy Wang joined the Community Engagement Commission in February of 2024 and submitted her resignation in December. The CEC and Staff greatly appreciate her contributions! • Policy Items: o Consideration of Approving Resolution 25-07 and Proposal from DDA Human Resources, Inc. (DDA HR) as City Strategic Goal Setting Facilitator ▪ DDA Human Resources, Inc. (DDA HR) is a specialized consulting firm dedicated to serving the human resources needs of local governments in Minnesota. DDA HR would help the City establish a goal-setting process to then provide a report/document that clearly lays out a vision for the agreed upon goals as well as incorporates strategy leaders and timelines. Former Falcon Heights city administrator Bart Fischer and former Clearwater city administrator Liza Donabauer will help facilitate this goal setting session for our annual retreat. Date of the retreat TBD, but staff will send out a survey to see dates that work. February 5, 2025 City Council Workshop Meeting The workshop for February 5, 2025, is proposed to include the following items. If you would like items added, please follow the steps as outlined per the Council Standing Rules guidelines: • ParkMobile Proposal for Street Parking • Community Park Building Procurement / Site Plan Update • 2025 Legislative Agenda • Commission Stipends / Code Update • City Debt Payoff Update and Strategies Commission Updates: The following are updates on upcoming or recent commission topics: • Community Engagement Commission The Community Engagement Commission will next meet on March 17, as city holidays affect meeting dates in both January and February. • Parks and Recreation Commission The Parks and Recreation Commission did not meet on January 6th due to a lack of quorum. They will next meet on February 3rd to complete numerous housekeeping/first-of-the-year tasks such as adopting the commission’s standing rules and holding commissioner elections. • Environment Commission The Environment Commission met on January 13, 2025 and elected officers, and identified commission priorities for 2025. GreenCorps member, Olivia Siebert, updated the commission on partners that will be attending and presenting at the sustainability fair, currently scheduled for April 26. This fair will be in conjunction with e-waste recycling, shredding, and textile recycling. • Planning Commission The Planning Commission’s next meeting is January 28, 2025. They will be approving standing rules, voting on officers, discussing plans for 2025, and reviewing a variance request for a deviation from City Code regulations on impervious surface for moving a garage and driveway at 1375 Larpenteur. • State Fair Task Force The State Fair Task Force met on Wednesday, January 15th to discuss commercial parking lot licenses, a request for state assistance, and paying for street parking. Department Updates: The following are updates provided by the departments as it relates to current activities happening in the City. Administration Staff continues to schedule fire inspections of rentals and businesses that are due as part of their 2025 licensure. Staff is working to find a new payment processor after our current processor, AllPaid, raised their minimum convenience fee for credit card purchases to $3.99. We hope to have a new payment vendor by February. • Finance Finance continues the payables and payroll. The W-2s and 1099s have all been completed. They continue to close out 2024 and prepare for the annual audit. Community Development • Code Enforcement Staff is still working on some code enforcement concerns and working with the attorneys to draft letters regarding a fine for issues at 1892 Albert, setting up a meeting with the greenhouse property owner, and discussing ongoing concerns at 1804 Tatum. • Permits Permits currently consist of several kitchen and bath remodels, a master suite remodel, window replacements, and furnace replacements or upgrades. Public Works / Engineering • Public Works deployed three snowplows on Sunday, 1/12, plowing all of Falcon Heights and Lauderdale. • Ice rinks at Curtiss Field and University Grove will continue to be flooded. • Metro INET is configuring the wiring of the St. Anthony Village Police Department substation at Falcon Heights City Hall while Public Works assembles office furniture and prepares the space. • Public Works completed hydraulic system inspection and repairs on dump truck unit 16. • Law Enforcement During the period of January 1 through January 13, 2025, Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office: o Investigated a death on the 1600 block of Hollywood Court. o Deputies took fraud/forgery reports in the 2000 block of Hoyt Avenue W., the 1500 block of Larpenteur Ave. W. and in the 1700 block of Larpenteur Ave. W. o Responded to a report of a drunk driver on Snelling Avenue. Driver gone upon arrival. o Responded to various accidents with property damage occurring throughout the city. 20250207165324,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org, Elke Johnson elke.johnson@_1.eml Hello, Attached is the bi-weekly memo for the latest internal workings. Thank you to Public Works in advance for their plowing ahead of them tomorrow! Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. Administrator’s Memorandum February 7, 2025 Submitted by: Jack Linehan, City Administrator Reminders/Notifications: • The Special Election for the District 3 County Commissioner will take place Tuesday, February 11th. City Hall and Falcon Heights Church will again be the voting precincts on election day. Staff is coordinating on providing meals for the election judges, which we have done as a unique gesture for many years. • League of MN City Day on the Hill will be on Thursday, March 6th from 9 AM to 6 PM. This is an event to connect with other cities and meet with our legislators. If you would like to attend, please let me know and staff will register you. • City Hall will be closed on Monday, February 17th in observance of Presidents Day. • The City Council Goal-Setting Workshop will take place at City Hall on Tuesday, March 4 from 12:30pm to 6:30pm. City Council: February 12th City Council Meeting The Wednesday, February 12th City Council Agenda includes the following items (City Administrator’s Notes in italics): • Presentation • Minutes o January 22, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes ▪ The minutes have been reviewed and are ready for your approval. • Public Hearings • Consent Agenda: o General Disbursements through 2/5/25: $60,654.20 ▪ Payables of note include: • $22,907.24 to City of Roseville for engineering services. • The vast majority of this bill is applied directly to the 2025 PMP costs. • $2,942.36 to North Suburban Communications (NineNorth) for quarterly cable franchise revenue sharing agreement. • $4,500 to Pale Blue Dot LLC for Climate Action Plan services. • $3,970.62 to Ramsey County for salt for roads in November and December. • $10,442.25 for January recycling to Tennis Sanitation ▪ Payroll through 1/26/25: $26,277.56 ▪ Wire Payments through 1/26/25: $17,078.70 • Payroll: $15,785.46 • BP gas card: $1,293.24 ▪ The City utilizes a fleet card system to fuel all of our trucks at the closest Falcon Heights station to City Hall, the BP at Snelling/Larpenteur. A recent change requires us to pay our gas bill via wire payments rather than traditional check. o Approval of City Licenses ▪ 2025 Municipal Business Licenses • Merwin Liquors Falcon Heights ▪ 2025 Tobacco License • Merwin Liquors Falcon Heights Note: Merwin Liquors’ 2025 Liquor License was already reviewed and approved during a December City Council meeting since it also requires approval from the Alcohol and Gambling board. ▪ 2025 Multifamily Rental License • 1687, 1697, 1707, 1717 Fry Street; 1717 Fry Company Ltd. Partnership • 1845 Larpenteur Ave. W.; Legacy Apartments, LLC • 1855 Larpenteur Ave. W.; Legacy Apartments, LLC • 1710, 1720, 1730 & 1740 Larpenteur Ave. W.; Larpenteur Manor LLC o Approval of Resolution 25-09 Accepting Resignation of Scott Wilson from the Planning Commission ▪ Scott Wilson served two consecutive terms on the Planning Commission and has termed out. Staff greatly appreciates his contributions! o Approval of Release of RFP for Falcon Heights City Hall Solar Panels ▪ The RFP will notify vendors that the city is accepting proposals for the removal of the existing City Hall solar panels and a new array based on the requirements of the Solar on Public Buildings grant program. o Approval of Resolution 25-10 Accepting Resignation of Mike Bradbury from the Parks and Recreation Commission ▪ Mike Bradbury served two consecutive terms (six total years) on the Parks Commission and has termed out. Staff greatly appreciates Mike’s time and the ideas he has contributed! o Approval of Resolution 25-11 Approving the Community Park Site Plan ▪ Now that amenities and budget have been fully realized, WSB has proposed a final site plan for the Community Park renovation for Council to consider. Approving the site plan gives staff and WSB confirmation that we can continue to plan based around the concept. • Policy Items: o Consideration of Variance Request at 1375 Larpenteur Ave. W. ▪ The orientation of a proposed new garage to be built would require the driveway to move to the west of the property. And, while it would reduce the current impervious surface coverage, it would still be over the amount permitted by City Code by 760 square feet. It was approved 5-1 by Planning Commission, with Commissioner Brooks opposing. Council to consider resolution to approve variance. Commission Updates: The following are updates on upcoming or recent commission topics: • Community Engagement Commission The Community Engagement Commission will next meet on March 17, as city holidays affect meeting dates in both January and February. • Parks and Recreation Commission The Parks and Recreation Commission met on February 3rd to complete numerous housekeeping/first-of-the-year tasks such as adopting the commission’s standing rules and holding commissioner elections. They also discussed the current process for applying and being selected for a Community Garden plot. • Environment Commission The Environment Commission will meet on February 10, 2025. They will hear from GreenCorps Member, Olivia Siebert, about projects she has been working on, discuss the Energy Action Plan, refine priorities for 2025, and discuss updates to City Code around impervious surfaces and composting. • Planning Commission The Planning Commission met on January 28 and voted for new officers and heard a variance application. Mike Tracy is the new Chair, Jacob Brooks is the Vice-Chair, and Jake Anderson is the Secretary. The Commission listed to and discussed the variance application for 1375 Larpenteur Ave W and voted to recommend approval of the application to City Council. • State Fair Task Force The State Fair Task Force will meet on Wednesday, February 19th to discuss a final vote on ParkMobile, latest on legislative action surrounding the Fair, and more. Department Updates: The following are updates provided by the departments as it relates to current activities happening in the City. Administration Staff is working to find a new payment processor after our current processor, AllPaid, raised their minimum convenience fee for credit card purchases to $3.99. We hope to have a new payment vendor selected this month. They are also preparing the biannual newsletter to be mailed later this month so that residents have it prior to March 1. Lastly, Staff is working on organizing “Coffee with a Cop” events with the St. Anthony Police Department at various apartment buildings for the apartment dwellers, at City Hall for the community, and at Cox Insurance for business owners. • Finance Finance continues to work on the requirements for the annual audit March 19th thru March 21st. Yearly closings continue. Community Development • Code Enforcement Staff is still working on the same code enforcement concerns and working with the attorneys to draft letters regarding a fine for issues at 1892 Albert, setting up a meeting with the greenhouse property owner, and discussing ongoing concerns at 1804 Tatum. • Permits Permits currently consist of window replacements, new roofs, a new detached garage, and an interior restoration after a fire. Public Works / Engineering • Public Works replaced degraded fuel lines and flushed and replaced old fuel in Kohler tow-behind backup generator used to power City Hall during power outages. Operation test: Pass. • Ice rinks at Curtiss Field and University Grove will continue to be flooded. • Repaired hydraulic motor on Bobcat snowblower attachment SB240. • Took possession of new John Deere 1585 tractor with mower deck and broom attachment. • Repaired blower motor on dump truck #18. • Completed trash cleanup throughout the city. • Plowed and salted Falcon Heights and Lauderdale on 2/3 and then salted intersections/curves/hills in both cities on 2/6. • Dave S. and Dean P. attended Wastewater Operations Certification study courses and testing from 2/4 through 2/6. • The speed trailer has been repaired and will be deployed following the snow event anticipated for 2/8. • The full Public Works crew is prepared to remove snow beginning at 5:00 AM on Saturday, February 8, and return a second time later in the day, if needed. • Public Works is also removing volunteer tree growth and species that are not native to, or that are disruptive to reestablishing our prairie habitat at Community Park. • Law Enforcement During the period of January 20 through February 2, 2025, Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office: o Investigated a natural death in the 1700 block of Larpenteur Ave. o Deputies arrested and booked a Brooklyn Park resident for felony threats of violence at 1667 Snelling Ave. N. o Responded to a report of domestic assault in the 1600 block of Snelling Avenue N. An adult female was taken into custody for 2nd degree assault and an adult male was taken into custody for domestic assault by strangulation. o Responded to an accident with injuries in a vehicle vs. pedestrian accident at the intersections of Snelling and Hoyt. 20250213091424,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_2.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. No problem. I'll follow up tomorrow. Best, Rob On Thu, Feb 13, 2025 at 6:54 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I'm not very accessible today. I talked to Jack briefly after our council meeting last night and meet with him tomorrow. I don't know what the change in the proposal is yet. My head is now buzzing with key messages. For the first time, our city is going to generate income from being the host city of the Minnesota State Fair. Heck, let's embrace being a tourist destination! We can start feeling good about being the host city, sell t-shirts Falcon Heights - Home of the Minnesota State Fair. Before we get too carried away, we need to fix the traffic safety on Larpenteur and Snelling. Working on that. Organized a meeting with our State Senator who is meeting on our behalf with State Patrol and asking for financial support from the state to cover expenses our city incur. That said, maybe shouldn't overemphasize the income. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250214100533,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_3.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, I hope you are surviving the cold but enjoying what snow we have! I am attaching the notes from the January SFTF meeting. Could I ask/beg you to make the correction in the minutes regarding the survey response - 61% of respondents did not see regular patrols. And please correct this in previous meeting minutes back to the survey report. While it may seem a minor point, we want to be able to justify the need for better policing outside the SF. So, we don't want anyone to use this incorrect statistic and make the argument that patrolling is already adequate. Thank you for all of your work on the behalf of all of us in FH, I do appreciate it and understand that you have a million things pulling at your attention. Georgiana City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, January 15, 2024 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER:7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite_x_ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter x__ < Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard __X__Georgiana May_x__Alice Hausman ___Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis _x__Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather _x__ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan _x_ </ Council Liaison Paula Mielke _x__ APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Revise report of the survey: 61% did NOT see regular patrols October 16, 2025 NEW BUSINESS - Pay for Street Parking Proposal Park Mobile – Robert Stephens – views project as problem solving Presentation is in meeting packet Important points – Takes 45-60 days to get the account set up We put up the signs (they provide) Zones can be set up any way, perhaps by block. Questions permit parking could be reused and a code would allow parking without cost. Residents who want to allow friends to park would get “permit” associated with license place. How is this enforced? Can be integrated with police citation system or ParkMobile nForce (internal system). Robert suggests that compliance is a better focus than enforcement. How can we limit cruising for parking? Probably by limiting parking in some places by reservations. How is it managed? Implementation is done by a specific person, and there is an account manager. Fees depend on how we set it up. Can we change? We can. Jack proposes starting with the current parking restrictions, permitting etc. How successful is this in generating income? YES! Process forward Jack – February Task Force meeting – we vote Paula – has a FAQ that we comment on Jack Lineman – background info. – we’ve thought of parking regulations but infrastructure was problematic. The Park Mobile parking income could be as high as $240K Put the money into regulation plus other service Commercial Parking Lot License Draft ordinance has been written – approved to go forward Discussion on Request for State Assistance Paula reports on her work with Sen. Oumou Verbeten, Mayor Carter, St. Paul Council and Leigh Finke who suggests that we could get $$ from the SF, or the State. Member Topics / Open Discussion INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS City Council Liaison Update 2.77% tax levy was lower than expected. International Institute Feb. 11 – special election for County Commission Staff Liaison Update Ice Castles are up and running, cost $24/person SAV Police as of March 1 – limited 8 hr patrol and then 911 ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: February 19, 2025 at 6:30PM 20250214161620,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,FH Mail mail@falconheights.org_4.eml State Fair Task Force Members, Attached is the agenda packet for the meeting next Wednesday, February 19th at 6:30PM. Stay warm and safe during this snowy Valentine's Day! Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, February 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 15, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Discussion i. Details and Discussion ii. Consideration for Recommendation to City Council 2. Update on Request for State Assistance 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: March 19, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday, January 15, 2024 7:00 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite_x_ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter x__ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard __X__ Georgiana May_x__ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis _x__ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather _x__ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan _x_ Council Liaison Paula Mielke _x__ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Revise report of the survey: 61% did NOT see regular patrols 2. October 16, 2025 – approved with correction noted to fix minutes/staff reports from September and October, as well as the January packet E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Pay for Street Parking Proposal i. Park Mobile – Robert Stephens – views project as problem solving 1. Presentation is in meeting packet a. Important points – i. Takes 45-60 days to get the account set up ii. We put up the signs (they provide) iii. Zones can be set up any way, perhaps by block. 2. Questions a. permit parking could be reused and a code would allow parking without cost. b. Residents who want to allow friends to park would get “permit” associated with license place. c. How is this enforced? Can be integrated with police citation system or ParkMobile nForce (internal system). d. Robert suggests that compliance is a better focus than enforcement. e. How can we limit cruising for parking? Probably by limiting parking in some places by reservations. f. How is it managed? Implementation is done by a specific person, and there is an account manager. Fees depend on how we set it up. g. Can we change? We can. Jack proposes starting with the current parking restrictions, permitting etc. h. How successful is this in generating income? YES! 3. Process forward a. Jack – February Task Force meeting – we vote b. Paula – has a FAQ that we comment on ii. Jack Linehan – background info. – we’ve thought of parking regulations but infrastructure was problematic. 1. The Park Mobile parking income could be as high as $240K 2. Put the money into regulation plus other service 2. Commercial Parking Lot License i. Draft ordinance has been written – approved to go forward 3. Discussion on Request for State Assistance i. Paula reports on her work with Sen. Oumou Verbeten, Mayor Carter, St. Paul Council and Leigh Finke who suggests that we could get $$ from the SF, or the State. 4. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update i. 2.77% tax levy was lower than expected. ii. International Institute donations iii. Feb. 11 – special election for County Commission 2. Staff Liaison Update i. Ice Castles are up and running, no issues. ii. SAV Police as of March 1 – limited 8 hr patrol and 24/7 call response until staffing increases. G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: February 19, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item E-Meters Proposal Description Following the presentation from Park Mobile in January, the City Council discussed the item at their February workshop and generally supported further exploring the proposal. The City Council plans to hold a public meeting and public hearing opportunity on the proposal at the March 26th, 2025 City Council meeting at 7PM. Before the public hearing and community meeting, it would be beneficial for the Task Force to discuss some of the logistical questions and provide a direction on the topic. Namely: • Where streets/neighborhood s should e-meters cover? • How should we handle parking permits/comp tickets for residents living on an e-meter street? • How should we approach areas that are currently State Fair Permit Parking Only? While these questions do not need to be answered in one night, it would be beneficial to think on these topics and present a recommendation to the City Council for their decision late March. Budget Impact Conservative estimates on the budget impact would be approximately $100,000 to $200,000 annually in net new revenue. Attachment(s) • Spring 2025 Newsletter Article on E-Meters • E-Meter FAQs Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss e-meters and bring questions or thoughts on the concept. Meeting Date February 19, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator State Fair Task Force Exploring E-Meter Parking for State Fair Events The Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force and City Council are exploring charging Minnesota State Fair attendees a parking fee when they park on our neighborhood streets. It is estimated that in just the two neighborhoods east of Snelling, there are roughly 800 to 1,000 parking spots. The State Fair raised its daily parking fee to $25. Charging $25 per day for parking over the 12 days of the fair could potentially raise $240,000. The task force and city council would need to determine how that money would be used but one idea is to dedicate the money towards city streets, reducing the costs residents pay for assessments and property taxes for street improvements. Park Mobile, the largest e-meter company in the U.S., made a presentation to the task force. When a fairgoer parks, they would pay the parking fee using the Park Mobile app, website or simply call Park Mobile to enter their vehicle license plate number. The city would pay a low transaction fee. Parking would continue to be on one side of the street only so emergency vehicles can get through. Parking enforcers would be hired to monitor parking and check that the vehicle owner had paid the parking fee. If the program gets implemented, it will require a lot of advanced communication and signage. Fortunately, Park Mobile provides signage at no charge. The task force and council have many decisions to make. Should we roll out e-meter parking in only a few neighborhoods? Should the rate vary by distance to the fair? Should Falcon Heights residents receive a discount? How will this affect areas where there is permit parking only? The Task force and council members would like residents’ input. There will be a presentation on emeter parking and a public hearing at the City Council meeting at 7 p.m., Wed., March 26. (include QR code to connect readers with Park Mobile presentation) E-Meter Parking Revenue During State Fair Events - FAQ Why do we want to charge fair goers to park in our city neighborhoods? Our city has very few means for generating revenue. By charging a parking fee during the 12 days of the State Fair, we can raise and earmark revenue for a special fund. Perhaps our city could move away from property owners bearing the cost of major street repairs. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How will fair goers know they need to pay for parking? A lot of advance communication and signage will be required. Park Mobile provides the signs at no charge. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? We recommend a daily rate, which is easier to enforce, and fair goers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. We propose charging the same daily parking rate as the State Fair ($25). Could rates vary, based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via Park Mobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city and improve parking enforcement in the neighborhoods. Will residents need to pay to park? The State Fair Task Force is still discussing ways to ensure the program is equitable for residents while still meeting needs for financing enforcement and road repairs. This may be form of a complimentary parking permit (or multiple passes) for residents living on a street with e-meters on their street, or reduced rates for residents purchasing a full 12 day parking permit. How will the city know whether a person has paid? Park Mobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and parking enforcers. Will the police issue parking tickets? Fair goers who don’t pay can be ticketed. We propose having e-meter enforcers so police can focus on traffic and patrolling neighborhoods. How much will it cost our city to implement? There is a minimal processing fee for each transaction, and there is no capital expense. Park Mobile provides all the signage at no cost. Why Park Mobile? We explored temporary parking meters, but this is a much easier option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with Park Mobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the Park Mobile website or simply call Park Mobile. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? The Task Force, council and city staff are considering options. The goal is to be equitable across all neighborhoods. We want to be a welcoming city. If we charge for parking on our streets, doesn’t that convey we’re not welcoming? Our residential neighborhoods are being used as free public parking during the fair. People are accustomed to paying for event parking, and we’re confident they will quickly adapt. Why not limit paid parking to neighborhoods closest to the fairgrounds? We know that there will be a ripple effect – fair goers will look for free parking in adjacent neighborhoods or other areas within the city. Charging for parking throughout can help balance the volume of parked vehicles throughout the city, or in some instances, serve as a deterrent. Will streets continue be parking on one-side only during the fair? Yes, the pay for street parking areas would be where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full time, year-round? We’re focusing on parking during the State Fair and other events at the fairgrounds that generate high volume of traffic and parking in neighborhoods, such as the Back to ‘50s car show. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. Neighboring cities may want to charge for street parking as well. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Take out that anger? The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that won’t reach everyone. There will be a lot of signage. Paying for event parking isn’t unusual. REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Update on Request for State Assistance Description An update will be provided on the status of the request for additional assistance for the City of Falcon Heights during the State Fair. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date February 19, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date February 19, 2025 Agenda Item E4 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250214161620,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,FH Mail mail@falconheights.org_5.eml State Fair Task Force Members, Attached is the agenda packet for the meeting next Wednesday, February 19th at 6:30PM. Stay warm and safe during this snowy Valentine's Day! Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, February 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 15, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Discussion i. Details and Discussion ii. Consideration for Recommendation to City Council 2. Update on Request for State Assistance 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: March 19, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday, January 15, 2024 7:00 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite_x_ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter x__ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard __X__ Georgiana May_x__ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis _x__ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather _x__ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan _x_ Council Liaison Paula Mielke _x__ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Revise report of the survey: 61% did NOT see regular patrols 2. October 16, 2025 – approved with correction noted to fix minutes/staff reports from September and October, as well as the January packet E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Pay for Street Parking Proposal i. Park Mobile – Robert Stephens – views project as problem solving 1. Presentation is in meeting packet a. Important points – i. Takes 45-60 days to get the account set up ii. We put up the signs (they provide) iii. Zones can be set up any way, perhaps by block. 2. Questions a. permit parking could be reused and a code would allow parking without cost. b. Residents who want to allow friends to park would get “permit” associated with license place. c. How is this enforced? Can be integrated with police citation system or ParkMobile nForce (internal system). d. Robert suggests that compliance is a better focus than enforcement. e. How can we limit cruising for parking? Probably by limiting parking in some places by reservations. f. How is it managed? Implementation is done by a specific person, and there is an account manager. Fees depend on how we set it up. g. Can we change? We can. Jack proposes starting with the current parking restrictions, permitting etc. h. How successful is this in generating income? YES! 3. Process forward a. Jack – February Task Force meeting – we vote b. Paula – has a FAQ that we comment on ii. Jack Linehan – background info. – we’ve thought of parking regulations but infrastructure was problematic. 1. The Park Mobile parking income could be as high as $240K 2. Put the money into regulation plus other service 2. Commercial Parking Lot License i. Draft ordinance has been written – approved to go forward 3. Discussion on Request for State Assistance i. Paula reports on her work with Sen. Oumou Verbeten, Mayor Carter, St. Paul Council and Leigh Finke who suggests that we could get $$ from the SF, or the State. 4. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update i. 2.77% tax levy was lower than expected. ii. International Institute donations iii. Feb. 11 – special election for County Commission 2. Staff Liaison Update i. Ice Castles are up and running, no issues. ii. SAV Police as of March 1 – limited 8 hr patrol and 24/7 call response until staffing increases. G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: February 19, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item E-Meters Proposal Description Following the presentation from Park Mobile in January, the City Council discussed the item at their February workshop and generally supported further exploring the proposal. The City Council plans to hold a public meeting and public hearing opportunity on the proposal at the March 26th, 2025 City Council meeting at 7PM. Before the public hearing and community meeting, it would be beneficial for the Task Force to discuss some of the logistical questions and provide a direction on the topic. Namely: • Where streets/neighborhood s should e-meters cover? • How should we handle parking permits/comp tickets for residents living on an e-meter street? • How should we approach areas that are currently State Fair Permit Parking Only? While these questions do not need to be answered in one night, it would be beneficial to think on these topics and present a recommendation to the City Council for their decision late March. Budget Impact Conservative estimates on the budget impact would be approximately $100,000 to $200,000 annually in net new revenue. Attachment(s) • Spring 2025 Newsletter Article on E-Meters • E-Meter FAQs Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss e-meters and bring questions or thoughts on the concept. Meeting Date February 19, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator State Fair Task Force Exploring E-Meter Parking for State Fair Events The Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force and City Council are exploring charging Minnesota State Fair attendees a parking fee when they park on our neighborhood streets. It is estimated that in just the two neighborhoods east of Snelling, there are roughly 800 to 1,000 parking spots. The State Fair raised its daily parking fee to $25. Charging $25 per day for parking over the 12 days of the fair could potentially raise $240,000. The task force and city council would need to determine how that money would be used but one idea is to dedicate the money towards city streets, reducing the costs residents pay for assessments and property taxes for street improvements. Park Mobile, the largest e-meter company in the U.S., made a presentation to the task force. When a fairgoer parks, they would pay the parking fee using the Park Mobile app, website or simply call Park Mobile to enter their vehicle license plate number. The city would pay a low transaction fee. Parking would continue to be on one side of the street only so emergency vehicles can get through. Parking enforcers would be hired to monitor parking and check that the vehicle owner had paid the parking fee. If the program gets implemented, it will require a lot of advanced communication and signage. Fortunately, Park Mobile provides signage at no charge. The task force and council have many decisions to make. Should we roll out e-meter parking in only a few neighborhoods? Should the rate vary by distance to the fair? Should Falcon Heights residents receive a discount? How will this affect areas where there is permit parking only? The Task force and council members would like residents’ input. There will be a presentation on emeter parking and a public hearing at the City Council meeting at 7 p.m., Wed., March 26. (include QR code to connect readers with Park Mobile presentation) E-Meter Parking Revenue During State Fair Events - FAQ Why do we want to charge fair goers to park in our city neighborhoods? Our city has very few means for generating revenue. By charging a parking fee during the 12 days of the State Fair, we can raise and earmark revenue for a special fund. Perhaps our city could move away from property owners bearing the cost of major street repairs. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How will fair goers know they need to pay for parking? A lot of advance communication and signage will be required. Park Mobile provides the signs at no charge. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? We recommend a daily rate, which is easier to enforce, and fair goers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. We propose charging the same daily parking rate as the State Fair ($25). Could rates vary, based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via Park Mobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city and improve parking enforcement in the neighborhoods. Will residents need to pay to park? The State Fair Task Force is still discussing ways to ensure the program is equitable for residents while still meeting needs for financing enforcement and road repairs. This may be form of a complimentary parking permit (or multiple passes) for residents living on a street with e-meters on their street, or reduced rates for residents purchasing a full 12 day parking permit. How will the city know whether a person has paid? Park Mobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and parking enforcers. Will the police issue parking tickets? Fair goers who don’t pay can be ticketed. We propose having e-meter enforcers so police can focus on traffic and patrolling neighborhoods. How much will it cost our city to implement? There is a minimal processing fee for each transaction, and there is no capital expense. Park Mobile provides all the signage at no cost. Why Park Mobile? We explored temporary parking meters, but this is a much easier option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with Park Mobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the Park Mobile website or simply call Park Mobile. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? The Task Force, council and city staff are considering options. The goal is to be equitable across all neighborhoods. We want to be a welcoming city. If we charge for parking on our streets, doesn’t that convey we’re not welcoming? Our residential neighborhoods are being used as free public parking during the fair. People are accustomed to paying for event parking, and we’re confident they will quickly adapt. Why not limit paid parking to neighborhoods closest to the fairgrounds? We know that there will be a ripple effect – fair goers will look for free parking in adjacent neighborhoods or other areas within the city. Charging for parking throughout can help balance the volume of parked vehicles throughout the city, or in some instances, serve as a deterrent. Will streets continue be parking on one-side only during the fair? Yes, the pay for street parking areas would be where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full time, year-round? We’re focusing on parking during the State Fair and other events at the fairgrounds that generate high volume of traffic and parking in neighborhoods, such as the Back to ‘50s car show. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. Neighboring cities may want to charge for street parking as well. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Take out that anger? The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that won’t reach everyone. There will be a lot of signage. Paying for event parking isn’t unusual. REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Update on Request for State Assistance Description An update will be provided on the status of the request for additional assistance for the City of Falcon Heights during the State Fair. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date February 19, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date February 19, 2025 Agenda Item E4 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250219153523,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_6.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] This ParkMobile Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Parkmobile, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, with offices at 1100 Spring St. NW, Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 (“ParkMobile”) and City of Falcon Heights, a Minnesota municipality, with offices at 2077 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 (“Client”). This Agreement will become effective as of the last signature date below (the “Effective Date”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements set forth in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: PARTY CONTACTS Client ParkMobile Legal Name: City of Falcon Heights Legal Name: Parkmobile, LLC Contact: Sales Rep: Rob Stephens Email: Email: Rob.Stephens@parkmobile.io Phone: Phone: 531-229-6942 Address: Address: City of Falcon Heights 2077 Larpenteur Ave W Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Parkmobile, LLC 1100 Spring St. NWSte 200 Atlanta, GA 30309 For legal notices: with a copy to ParkMobile’s Legal Department at the above address and to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. SERVICE TERMS Services ParkMobile will provide Client with the Services related to the following types of parking transactions: On-Demand, Reservations Initial Term 3 years beginning on the Effective Date Renewal This Agreement will automatically renew for additional successive one (1) year terms unless earlier terminated pursuant to this Agreement's express provisions or either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days before the end of the then-current term (each a "Renewal Term" and, collectively, together with the Initial Term, the "Term"). Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement effective immediately on written notice to the other party, if the breaching party materially breaches this Agreement, and such breach: (i) is incapable of cure; or (ii) being capable of cure, remains uncured thirty (30) days after the non-breaching party provides the breaching party with written notice of such breach. Merchant of Record The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. ParkMobile will remit any amounts due Client in arrears to Client on the 15th of the following month. Parking Locations The Services will be provided to Client in the following locations / geographical territory: All client locations Signage Client will receive one free welcome kit that includes the aluminum signs and/or decal stickers necessary to complete implementation (installation not included). All signage included in the welcome kit is designed using ParkMobile's standard signage templates. Custom signage may be made available to Client for purchase at ParkMobile's current signage rates. Any requested changes to ParkMobile's standard signage templates will be treated as custom signage. Additional and/or replacement signage may be purchased by Client at ParkMobile's then-current signage rates. Installation and maintenance of all signage is Client's sole responsibility. Governing Law State of Georgia Schedules This Agreement incorporates the following Schedules: Schedule 1: Client General Terms and Conditions; Schedule 2: Services; Schedule 3: Client Electronic Funds Authorization Form IMPLEMENTATION FEES Description Units Rate Price Implementation Fee 0 $1,000.00 $0.00 Custom Development 0 $165.00/hr $0.00 Total Implementation Fees: $0.00 ADDITIONAL FEES Call Center & Customer Support WAIVED Client Support & Maintenance WAIVED Hosting WAIVED Enforcement Portal WAIVED Reporting Portal WAIVED Marketing & Advertising WAIVED Promotional Codes $250.00 / month USER FEES On-Demand User Fee $0.40 per transaction On-Demand Event User Fee 15% per transaction Reservation User Fee 15% of parking fee “No-Charge” Reservation Service Fee $1.00 per no-charge reservation The parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date. City of Falcon Heights Parkmobile, LLC By:$docusign:SignHere::Customer1 By:$docusign:SignHere::InternalSigner1 Name:$docusign:FullName::Customer1 Name:$docusign:FullName::InternalSigner1 Title:$docusign:Title::Customer1 Title:$docusign:Title::InternalSigner1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::Customer1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::InternalSigner1 SCHEDULE 1: CLIENT GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS SERVICES 1.1 General. During the term, ParkMobile will provide the Services to Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 1.2 Launch Date. The parties will mutually agree upon the launch date for the Services. 1.3 ParkMobile Application. On and after the launch date, Client’s Parking Locations, along with associated Parking Information, will be made available to the general public through the ParkMobile Application. 1.4Parking Management Services. Subject to the license granted in Section 2, Client will be provided access to the Platform to manage Client’s Parking Locations and associated Parking Information. 1.5 Parking Locations. The parties agree that ParkMobile does not own, operate, manage, or maintain any Parking Location. Client agrees that ParkMobile is not responsible for the condition or operation of any Parking Location, including, but not limited to, the operation of third-party hardware and/or software-based solutions used by Client at the Parking Location or for the delivery and/or fulfillment of parking or other services at the Parking Location. 1.6 Publicity of Services. Each party will use commercially reasonable efforts to market the Services throughout the Term. All brochures and promotional material to be distributed by Client will be in a form mutually agreed upon by the parties, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. 1.7 Exclusivity. Throughout the term, the parties agree that ParkMobile will be the exclusive provider of electronic payment parking services for Client. 1.8 PCI DSS. ParkMobile has obtained, and will continue to maintain throughout the term, Payment Card Industry – Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) certification. 1.9Online Client General Terms & Conditions. The parties agree that this Agreement supersedes the Client General Terms and Conditions that is publicly available at https://parkmobile.io/client-terms with respect to the Services provided under this Agreement. ACCESS & USE OF PLATFORM 2.1Provision of Access. Subject to and conditioned on Client's and its Authorized Users' compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, all applicable laws and regulations, and Client’s payment of fees, ParkMobile grants Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use the Platform during the Term. Such use is limited to Client’s internal use. ParkMobile will provide Client the Access Credentials within a reasonable time following the Effective Date. 2.2Documentation License. ParkMobile hereby grants to Client a non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to use the Documentation during the Term solely for Client's internal business purposes in connection with its use of the Services. 2.3Use Restrictions. Client will not, directly or indirectly, and will not permit any third party to, access or use the Platform except as expressly permitted by this Agreement. For purposes of clarity and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Client shall not, except as this Agreement expressly permits: (a) copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Platform or Documentation, in whole or in part; (b) rent, lease, copy, lend, sell, sublicense, assign, distribute, publish, transfer, or otherwise make available the Platform or Documentation to any person or entity; (c) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, decode, adapt, or otherwise attempt to derive or gain access to any software component of the Platform, in whole or in part; (d) bypass or breach any security device or protection used by the Platform or access or use the Platform other than by an Authorized User through the use of his or her own then valid Access Credentials; (e) remove any proprietary notices from the Platform or Documentation; (f) use the Platform or Documentation in any manner or for any purpose that infringes, misappropriates, or otherwise violates any IP Right or other right of any person, or that violates any applicable law; (g) upload invalid data, malware, or other software agents through the Platform; or (h) use the Platform for any purpose beyond the scope of the access granted in this Agreement. 2.4Reservation of Rights. Nothing in this Agreement grants any right, title, or interest in or to (including any license under) any IP Rights in or relating to, the Services, whether expressly, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise. All right, title, and interest in and to the Services are and will remain with ParkMobile. 2.5Changes. ParkMobile reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to make any changes to the Services that it deems necessary or useful to: (a) maintain or enhance: (i) the quality or delivery of ParkMobile's services to its customers; (ii) the competitive strength of or market for ParkMobile's services; or (iii) the Services' cost efficiency or performance; or (b) to comply with applicable law. 2.6Suspension or Termination of Services. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, ParkMobile may suspend, terminate, or otherwise Client’s, any Authorized User’s, or any other person’s access to or use of all or any part of the Services, without incurring any resulting obligation or liability, if: (a) ParkMobile receives a judicial or other governmental demand or order, subpoena, or law enforcement request that expressly or by reasonable implication requires ParkMobile to do so; or (b) ParkMobile believes, in its good faith and sole discretion, that (i) Client or any Authorized User has failed to comply with any material term of this Agreement, or accessed or used the Services beyond the scope of the rights granted or for a purpose not authorized under this Agreement; (ii) Client or any Authorized User is, has been, or is likely to be using the Services for fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful activities; (iii) there is a threat or attack on any of the Services; (iv) Client’s or any Authorized User’s use of the Services disrupts or poses a security risk to ParkMobile or to any other client, end user, vendor or partner of ParkMobile; or (v) this Agreement expires or is terminated. This Section does not limit any of ParkMobile's other rights or remedies, whether at law, in equity, or under this Agreement. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1Use of Platform Account. Client is responsible and liable for all uses of the Platform resulting from access provided by Client, directly or indirectly, whether such access or use is permitted by or in violation of this Agreement. Client must notify ParkMobile immediately of any breach of security or unauthorized use of Client’s account. 3.2Parking Information. Client is responsible for setting all rates, zones, and other required information regarding its Parking Locations offered through the ParkMobile Application and for keeping such information up to date within the Platform. 3.3Effect of Client Failure or Delay. ParkMobile is not responsible or liable for any delay or failure of performance caused in whole or in part by Client's delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under this Agreement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT 4.1Scheduled Maintenance. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to schedule downtime for routine maintenance of the Services between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Eastern Time; however, ParkMobile may modify this window from time-to-time by providing Client with advance notice. If ParkMobile anticipates that it will need to perform maintenance activities that are likely to be disruptive to the use of the Services outside of the scheduled maintenance window, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to give Client at least 24 hours prior notice. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ParkMobile reserves the right to perform any required emergency maintenance work outside of the scheduled maintenance window. To the extent practicable, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to notify Client before commencing any emergency maintenance outside of the scheduled maintenance window and will use commercially reasonable efforts to limit or avoid impact to use of the Services. 4.2Client Support. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to assist Client with any technical support that Client may reasonably require in using the Services. ParkMobile will provide technical support for rate and configuration changes to Client Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET). For issues relating to On-Demand Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to support@parkmobile.io. For issues relating to Reservation Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to prs@parkmobile.io. ParkMobile will provide Client with emergency technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. In the event of an emergency involving technical and/or system availability issues, Client may contact the on-call engineer via email to applicationsupport@parkmobile.io. 4.3End-User Support. ParkMobile will provide customer support for ParkMobile Users 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. There are multiple methods that ParkMobile Users can access customer support, such as: ParkMobile’s online ticketing system, in-app chat feature, and toll-free phone number. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 5.1General. Neither party will disclose the other party’s Confidential Information except to its employees, affiliates, agents, or professional advisors (“Representatives”) who need to know it and who have a legal obligation to keep it confidential. The receiving party will use the disclosing party’s Confidential Information only to exercise rights and fulfill obligations under this Agreement. The receiving party will ensure that its Representatives are also subject to the same non-disclosure and use obligations. The receiving party may disclose the other party's Confidential Information when required by law after giving reasonable notice to the disclosing party, if permitted by law. 5.2Personal Data. In the event a party discloses Personal Data to the other party, the receiving party will have the right to use the Personal Data only as required and necessary to perform its obligations under this Agreement. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP 6.1Client Data. Client Data remains the sole and exclusive property of Client. Client grants ParkMobile a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use Client Data in connection with the Services. 6.2Client Brand Features. Client grants to ParkMobile a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display Client’s Brand Features in connection with providing and/or marketing the Services. ParkMobile will not make any use of Client’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.3ParkMobile IP. Client acknowledges that, as between Client and ParkMobile, ParkMobile owns all right, title, and interest, including all IP Rights, in and to the Services, including but not limited to the ParkMobile Application and the Platform. 6.4ParkMobile Brand Features. ParkMobile grants to Client a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display ParkMobile’s Brand Features in connection with the Services, subject to ParkMobile’s Brand Guidelines available at https://parkmobile.io/company/parkmobile-media-assets/logos/. Client will not make any use of ParkMobile’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.5ParkMobile User Data. ParkMobile User Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile may sublicense certain ParkMobile User Data to Client upon Client’s execution of ParkMobile’s Data Protection Agreement. Client will not, directly or indirectly: (<i) sell or resell ParkMobile User Data in any capacity or form; (ii) create any derivative work using ParkMobile User Data; or (iii) use ParkMobile User Data for purposes other than those specifically allowed in this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties acknowledge and agree that ParkMobile will not sublicense or provide any PCI Data to Client. 6.6Resultant Data. Resultant Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile grants Client a revocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-assignable, non-transferable license to applicable Resultant Data for the duration of the term only for Client’s internal use in connection with the Services. 6.7Reservation of Rights. ParkMobile reserves all rights not expressly granted to Client in this Agreement. Except for the limited rights and licenses expressly granted under this Agreement, nothing in this Agreement grants, by implication, waiver, estoppel, or otherwise, to Client or any third party any IP Rights or other right, title, or interest in or to the ParkMobile Application and/or the Platform. FEES AND PAYMENT 7.1Fees. Client shall pay ParkMobile the fees set forth in the Agreement that incorporates these Client General Terms & Conditions ("Fees") in accordance with this Section 7. 7.2Payment Terms. The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. On or before the 15th day of each month, ParkMobile will disburse to Client all parking fees ParkMobile received during the preceding month from ParkMobile Users on behalf of Client as a direct result of this Agreement, less any amounts owed to ParkMobile. 7.3Taxes. All fees and other amounts payable by Client under this Agreement are exclusive of taxes and similar assessments. Without limiting the foregoing, Client is responsible for all sales, use, and excise taxes, and any other similar taxes, duties, and charges of any kind imposed by any federal, state, or local governmental or regulatory authority on any amounts payable by Client hereunder, other than any taxes imposed on ParkMobile’s income. 7.4Reserved. 7.5No Deductions or Setoffs. All amounts payable to ParkMobile under this Agreement shall be paid by Client to ParkMobile in full without any setoff, recoupment, counterclaim, deduction, debit, or withholding for any reason (other than any deduction or withholding of tax as may be required by applicable law). 7.6Fee Increases. Beginning on the first anniversary of the Effective Date and continuing annually thereafter on a compounding basis, fees shall increase by ten percent (10%) or the percentage equal to the average increase in all items under the Consumer Price Index over the prior 12-month period, whichever is greater. Based on this criteria, fees shall then round up to the nearest two (2) decimal places. This change will take effect without prior notice to Client. 7.7Limited Payment Agent. Client appoints ParkMobile as its agent for the limited purpose of receiving, holding, and settling payments made by ParkMobile Users to Client in connection with the Services. Client acknowledges and agrees that receipt of payment from ParkMobile Users in connection with the Services by ParkMobile shall be deemed the same as receipt by Client itself. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES 8.1Mutual. Each party represents, warrants and covenants to the other party that: (a) it is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing as a corporation or other legal entity under the laws of the jurisdiction of its incorporation or other organization; (b) it has the full right, power, and authority to enter into and perform its obligations and grant the rights, licenses, consents, and authorizations it grants or is required to grant under this Agreement; (c) the representative that is executing this Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary corporate or organizational action of such party; and (d) when executed and delivered by both parties, this Agreement will constitute the legal, valid, and binding obligation of such party, enforceable against such party in accordance with its terms. 8.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile represents, warrants, and covenants to Client that ParkMobile will perform the Services using personnel of required skill, experience, and qualifications and in a professional and workmanlike manner in accordance with generally recognized industry standards for similar services and will devote adequate resources to meet its obligations under this Agreement. 8.3Disclaimers. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN SECTION 8.1 AND SECTION 8.2, ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” PARKMOBILE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PARKMOBILE DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCTS OR RESULTS OF THE USE THEREOF WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. PARKMOBILE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, SERVICE FAILURES, OR OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN USE OF THE INTERNET AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS. INDEMNIFICATION 9.1Mutual. Each party will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) ("Losses") incurred as a result from any third-party claim, suit, action, or proceeding ("Third-Party Claim") to the extent it arises from a breach of the indemnifying party's representations and warranties under this Agreement. 9.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third-Party Claim that the Platform or any use of the Platform in accordance with this Agreement, infringes or misappropriates such third party’s IP Rights, provided that Client promptly notifies ParkMobile in writing of the claim, cooperates with ParkMobile, and allows ParkMobile sole authority to control the defense and settlement of such claim. 9.3Client. Client will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ParkMobile from and against any and all Losses incurred by ParkMobile resulting from any Third-Party Claim arising out of Client’s disclosure or use of ParkMobile User Data in violation of this Agreement. 9.4Mitigation. If any of the Services are claimed to, or in ParkMobile’s opinion are likely to, infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any third-party IP Rights, or if Client’s use of the Services is enjoined or threatened to be enjoined, ParkMobile may, at its option and sole cost and expense: (a) obtain the right for Client to continue to use the Services as contemplated by this Agreement; (b) modify or replace the Services, in whole or in part, to seek to make the Services (as so modified or replaced) non-infringing, while providing equivalent features and functionality, in which case such modifications or replacements will constitute the Services, as applicable, under this Agreement; or (c) by written notice to Client, terminate this Agreement and require Client to immediately cease any use of the Services. 9.5Sole Remedy. THIS SECTION 9 SETS FORTH CLIENT’S SOLE REMEDIES AND PARKMOBILE’S SOLE LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION FOR ANY ACTUAL, THREATENED, OR ALLEGED CLAIMS THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT INFRINGES, MISAPPROPRIATES, OR OTHERWISE VIOLATES ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES 10.1Exclusion of Damages. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL PARKMOBILE OR ANY OF ITS LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT OR ITS SUBJECT MATTER UNDER ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, AND OTHERWISE, FOR ANY: (A) LOSS OF PRODUCTION, USE, BUSINESS, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE; (B) IMPAIRMENT, INABILITY TO USE OR LOSS, INTERRUPTION, OR DELAY OF THE SERVICES; (C) LOSS, DAMAGE, CORRUPTION, OR RECOVERY OF DATA, OR BREACH OF DATA OR SYSTEM SECURITY; (D) COST OF REPLACEMENT GOODS OR SERVICES; (E) LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION; OR (F) CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL, ENHANCED, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH PERSONS WERE ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES OR SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES WERE OTHERWISE FORESEEABLE, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.2Cap on Monetary Liability. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL THE COLLECTIVE AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF PARKMOBILE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING UNDER OR RELATED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, EXCEED ONE TIMES THE TOTAL AMOUNTS PAID TO PARKMOBILE UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IN THE 12 MONTH PERIOD PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.3Exceptions. The exclusions and limitations in Section 10.1 and Section 10.2 do not apply to ParkMobile's obligations under Section 9 or liability for ParkMobile's gross negligence or willful misconduct. RESERVED GENERAL TERMS 12.1Assignment. Client shall not assign or otherwise transfer any of its rights, or delegate or otherwise transfer any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement, in each case whether voluntary, involuntarily, by operation of law, or otherwise, without ParkMobile's prior written consent. No assignment, delegation, or transfer will relieve Client of any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement. Any purported assignment, delegation, or transfer in violation of this Section 12.1 is void. This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns. 12.2Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds any term or provision of this Agreement to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement will remain in effect. 12.3Headings. The headings in this Agreement are for reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. 12.4Notices. Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement must be in writing and will be deemed received by the addressee: (a) when received, if delivered by hand with signed confirmation of receipt; (b) when received, if sent by a nationally recognized overnight courier, signature required; (c) when sent, if by email (with confirmation of transmission), if sent during the addressee’s normal business hours, and on the next business day, if sent after the addressee’s normal business hours; and (d) on the third business day after the date mailed by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Notices must be sent to the attention of the respective party's legal department at the address set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as either party may specific in writing. Any notice permitted or required under this Agreement that is sent to ParkMobile shall also be sent via email to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. 12.5Governing Law. This Agreement and all related documents, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, whether sounding in contract, tort, or statute are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Georgia, United States of America (including its statutes of limitations). 12.6Amendment; Waivers. Any amendment must be in writing, signed by both parties, and expressly state that it is amending this Agreement. No waiver by any party will be effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by the party so waiving. No terms or conditions stated in a Client purchase order, vendor onboarding process or web portal, or any other Client order documentation shall be incorporated into or form any part of this Agreement, and all such terms or conditions shall be null and void, notwithstanding any language to the contrary therein, whether signed before or after this Agreement. 12.7Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any other documents incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. 12.8Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no third-party beneficiaries under this Agreement. 12.9Force Majeure. Neither party will be liable to the other for any delay or failure to perform any obligation under this Agreement (except for a failure to pay Fees) if the delay or failure results from any cause beyond such party’s reasonable control, including acts of God, labor disputes or other industrial disturbances, systemic electrical, telecommunications, or other utility failures, earthquakes, storms or other elements of nature, pandemics, blockages, embargoes, riots, acts or orders of government, acts of terrorism, or war. 12.10Independent Contractors. The parties to this Agreement are independent contractors. The parties do not intend, and nothing in this Agreement should be construed, to create or enter into any partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, agency, or similar relationship. Neither party has the power to bind the other or incur obligations on the other party’s behalf without the other party’s prior written consent. 12.11Export Control. Client will comply with all export and import laws and regulations of the United States and other applicable jurisdictions. Without limiting the foregoing, Client: (i) represents and warrants that it is not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties or located (or a national of) a country that is subject to a U.S. government embargo or that has been designated by the U.S. government as a “terrorist supporting” country; (ii) will not (and will not permit any third parties to) access or use any Service in violation of any U.S. export embargo, prohibition or restriction, and (iii) will not submit to any Service any information that is controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulation. 12.12Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or rule requiring construction or interpretation against the party drafting an instrument or causing any instrument to be drafted. The Schedules referred to herein shall be construed with, and as an integral part of, this Agreement to the same extent as if they were set forth verbatim herein. 12.13Counterparts. The parties may execute this Agreement in counterparts, including PDF and other electronic copies, which taken together will constitute one instrument. DEFINITIONS "Access Credentials" means any user name, identification number, password, license or security key, security token, PIN, or other security code, method, technology, or device, used alone or in combination, to verify an individual's identity and authorization to access and use the Platform. "Authorized User" means Client's employee, consultant, contractor, and agent who is authorized by Client to access and use the Platform under the rights granted to Client pursuant to this Agreement. "Brand Features" means a party’s trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, and other distinctive brand features. "Client Data" means any data specific to Client’s operation that is provided by Client to ParkMobile to be used in the provision of Services that is not available to ParkMobile publicly or by other means. "Confidential Information" means information that one party (or an affiliate) discloses to the other party under this Agreement, and that is marked as confidential or would normally be considered confidential information under the circumstances. It does not include information that is independently developed by the recipient, is rightfully given to the recipient by a third party without confidentiality obligations or becomes public through no fault of the recipient. "Documentation" means any manuals, instructions, or other documents or materials that ParkMobile provides or makes available to Client in any form or medium and which describe the functionality, components, features, or requirements of the Services. "IP Rights" means any and all registered and unregistered rights granted, applied for, or otherwise now or hereafter in existence under or related to any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, database protection, or other intellectual property rights laws, and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection, in any part of the world. "Parking Information" means parking zones, parking rates, parking restrictions, selected payment methods, and other information necessary for the provision of the Services for a specific Parking Location. "Parking Location" means the location or locations of Client’s on-street parking, off-street parking, reservation parking, parking lots, parking decks, permitted parking, and other facilities where ParkMobile Users may park. "ParkMobile Application" means any and all mobile and/or web applications, services, or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile and that are made available to the general public and that facilities the payment of parking transactions. "ParkMobile User" means an end user that uses the ParkMobile Application. "ParkMobile User Data" means information, data, and other content, in any form or media, that is submitted, posted, or otherwise transmitted by or on behalf of a ParkMobile User, directly or indirectly, through the ParkMobile Application. "PCI Data" means, as applicable, payment card number, cardholder name, expiration date, card verification code or value, service code, and/or security-related information used to authenticate cardholders and/or authorize payment card transactions "Personal Data" means (i) any information about an identified or identifiable individual; or (ii) information that is not specifically about an identifiable individual but, when combined with other information, may identify an individual. Personal Data includes names, email addresses, postal addresses, telephone numbers, government identification numbers, financial account numbers, payment card information, license plate information, online identifiers (including IP addresses and cookie identifiers), network and hardware identifiers, geolocation information, and any information that constitutes “personal data” or “personal information” within the meaning of any relevant and applicable data privacy or protection laws. "Platform" means access-controlled mobile and/or web applications, services or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile that are made available to Client to administer, configure, manage and/or monitor parking sessions, parking rates, and/or parking restrictions associated with Client’s Parking Locations. "Resultant Data" means data and information related to Client’s, Authorized Users' and/or ParkMobile Users' use of the Services that is used by ParkMobile in an aggregate and anonymized manner, including to compile statistical and performance information related to the provision and operation of the Services. "Services" means the ParkMobile Application, the Platform, and all other services provided by ParkMobile under this Agreement. SCHEDULE 2: SERVICES ON-DEMAND PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for on-demand parking using the ParkMobile Application (“On-Demand Parking”). ParkMobile Users may begin and, if applicable, end a parking transaction in a variety of ways: (1) visiting https://app.parkmobile.io; (2) calling ParkMobile’s IVR System, or (3) using the ParkMobile Application. In order to register with ParkMobile and begin a parking session, a consumer simply provide ParkMobile with the information required by ParkMobile to create an account, including payment method information and license plate number. Thereafter, subsequent parking sessions only require the ParkMobile User to enter or select the applicable parking duration available for the applicable location. The parking zone code of the Client parking areas are indicated on parking signs or on parking meters. Enforcers of the Client check the validity of parking status real time against the Platform via a web service offering, provided as part of the Services, to determine if a valid parking right exists. This information can be accessed by using a handheld terminal, mobile device or personal digital assistant (PDA). ParkMobile does not provide or pay for Client’s use of handheld terminals, mobile devices or PDAs for enforcement or any data plans or other items needed for communication between such items and the Services. At their option, ParkMobile Users will receive parking alert services from ParkMobile via SMS, ParkMobile Application push notification or email. The ParkMobile User may be notified, for example, when parked for an extended period of time or when the maximum parking time nears expiration. ParkMobile Users can use On-Demand Parking anywhere the Services are available. All parking charges are automatically charged to the ParkMobile User’s payment method, and ParkMobile Users have real time access to an online account-based personal page accessible from https://app.parkmobile.io to access and print parking history, receipts, and statements. RESERVATION PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for reservation parking using the ParkMobile Application (“Reservation Parking”). For each Parking Location that the parties agree to on-board for Reservation Parking Services, ParkMobile shall make the Parking Location's parking inventory available for sale through the ParkMobile Application and shall market and advertise such availability. The number of parking spaces and corresponding reservation periods and parking rates making up the parking inventory shall be specified by Client and may be altered by Client at any time for unreserved parking inventory. Responsibilities of Client. In order for ParkMobile to provide Reservation Parking Services, Client shall maintain an agreed upon number of parking spaces or transportation services at the Parking Location which shall be maintained at all times unless ParkMobile is notified otherwise in writing by Client. If access to the Parking Location is denied for any reason other than a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, Client agrees to forfeit its share of the applicable parking fee and authorizes ParkMobile to refund the entire Parking Fee to the ParkMobile User. If access to the Parking Location is denied because of a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, no Parking Fees will be refunded to the ParkMobile User. Client shall promote and market the Services through mutually agreed upon methods which shall include: a persistent, prominent “call to action” link/button on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) that directs users to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile (e.g. a “Reserve Parking Now” button); Embedded content on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) describing why and how to reserve parking through ParkMobile (e.g. FAQs, videos, etc.), such content to be provided by ParkMobile; and mentions in emails promoting the Parking Location, including “know before you go” emails, all of which shall include a “call to action” to reserve event parking and link to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile. Client agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain for ParkMobile a license to use photo and video assets of the Parking Location (where Client is not the Parking Location owner) and any tenants of a Parking Location in connection with ParkMobile’s marketing of the Services as available at such Parking Location. SCHEDULE 3: Client ELECTRONIC FUNDS AUTHORIZATION FORM This form authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to make payment to a business electronically. All payments will be paid in the account designated by the voided check or bank letter attached to this form once it has been verified by ParkMobile, LLC via telephone call, otherwise a check will be issued to the address on file. It is the responsibility of the client to notify ParkMobile, LLC of any changes pertinent to electronic payments, such as changes in banking information or email address. PAYEE/CLIENT INFORMATION CLIENT NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE NUMBER: VERIFICATION CALL BACK CONTACT PERSON: VERIFICATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: PRIMARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SECONDARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SIGNATURE & TITLE OF AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL: FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INFORMATION BANK NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: NINE DIGIT ROUTING TRANSIT NUMBER: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT TITLE: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT NUMBER: TYPE OF ACCOUNT: PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH A VOIDED CHECK OR BANK LETTER TO VERIFY THE ABOVE ACCOUNT INFORMATION This authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to send credit entries (and appropriate debit and adjustment entries), electronically or by any other commercially accepted method, to the account indicated above and to other accounts specified by Client in the future (the “Account”). This authorizes the financial institution holding the Account to post all such entries. This authorization will be in effect until ParkMobile receives a written termination notice from Client and has a reasonable opportunity to act on it. ParkMobile Service Agreement DRAFT PSA-LFPage 2 of 3 rev. 09/22 20250219173213,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_7.eml Received, thank you Rob. We'll go through it and have our city attorney take a look as well for changes. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 3:35 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250228143239,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Bob Olsen icepalacebob@gmail.com_8.eml Hi Bob, No worries and thanks for reaching out. There won't be any striping (or stripping for that matter-- I always have to double check the spelling on that one! 🙂 ), and all signage will be temporary. Essentially each block that currently has free State Fair Parking would be designated with a zone # (i.e. 1400 Idaho is Zone 53898) and if there is space available, someone could park and pay via phone to input the zone. It is like parking meters, but in a way it is more similar to buying a permit. We've got more detail in our proposal here starting on Page 8: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublish eddocument/5632/638726290475670000. Additionally, this video does a good job showing how it can work, but ours will be a bit different in that it won't be hourly parking but rather daily parking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1_0efiYjXI&t=65s&ab_channel=ParkMobile%2CLLC [https://i.ytimg.com/vi/X1_0efiYjXI/maxresdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEmCIAKENAF8quKqQMa8AEB-AH-DoACuAiKAgwIABABGFggZSheMA8=&rs=AOn4CLBxMI3LmfKlBE9ILYD2QZMJWqbi1Q]<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1_0efiYj XI&t=65s&ab_channel=ParkMobile%2CLLC> How To Use ParkMobile for Parking - YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1_0efiYjXI&t=65s&ab_channel=ParkMobile%2CLLC> The #1 app for contactless parking! Use the ParkMobile app to easily and more conveniently pay for your parking on-the-go! Pay for & extend your parking righ... www.youtube.com It really won't be super different than it is now, but rather than free parking if someone can find a space, they will need to pay if a space is available. If they park illegally, they will be ticketed as before, but now we'll have a revenue source to add additional enforcement employees in the neighborhood to free up the police to focus on more serious issues. Feel free to give me a call sometime if you have more questions! Jack ________________________________ From: Bob Olsen <icepalacebob@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, February 27, 2025 12:39 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Park Mobile Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Not urgent. I’m curious what signage/street stripping will look like. Bob Olsen 20250301190545,Bob Olsen icepalacebob@gmail.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_9.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thank you. Bob Olsen On Fri, Feb 28, 2025 at 2:32 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Bob, No worries and thanks for reaching out. There won't be any striping (or stripping for that matter-- I always have to double check the spelling on that one! 🙂 ), and all signage will be temporary. Essentially each block that currently has free State Fair Parking would be designated with a zone # (i.e. 1400 Idaho is Zone 53898) and if there is space available, someone could park and pay via phone to input the zone. It is like parking meters, but in a way it is more similar to buying a permit. We've got more detail in our proposal here starting on Page 8: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublish eddocument/5632/638726290475670000. Additionally, this video does a good job showing how it can work, but ours will be a bit different in that it won't be hourly parking but rather daily parking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1_0efiYjXI&t=65s&ab_channel=ParkMobile%2CLLC [https://i.ytimg.com/vi/X1_0efiYjXI/maxresdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEmCIAKENAF8quKqQMa8AEB-AH-DoACuAiKAgwIABABGFggZSheMA8=&rs=AOn4CLBxMI3LmfKlBE9ILYD2QZMJWqbi1Q]<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1_0efiYj XI&t=65s&ab_channel=ParkMobile%2CLLC> How To Use ParkMobile for Parking - YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1_0efiYjXI&t=65s&ab_channel=ParkMobile%2CLLC> The #1 app for contactless parking! Use the ParkMobile app to easily and more conveniently pay for your parking on-the-go! Pay for & extend your parking righ... www.youtube.com<http://www.youtube.com> It really won't be super different than it is now, but rather than free parking if someone can find a space, they will need to pay if a space is available. If they park illegally, they will be ticketed as before, but now we'll have a revenue source to add additional enforcement employees in the neighborhood to free up the police to focus on more serious issues. Feel free to give me a call sometime if you have more questions! Jack ________________________________ From: Bob Olsen <icepalacebob@gmail.com<mailto:icepalacebob@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, February 27, 2025 12:39 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Park Mobile Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Not urgent. I’m curious what signage/street stripping will look like. Bob Olsen 20250307083731,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,paula.mielke@falconheights.org_15.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. 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Our City Attorney is still working through the contract, and once I have the revisions I will get you a copy for your legal team. We have a public hearing at on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM to discuss the issue. Is there a chance you or someone from ParkMobile could be in attendance at the meeting? We'll handle the presentation, but it would be good for technical assistance on very specific questions. We could set up a call in advance of the meeting to discuss more. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 3:35 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250307093246,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_17.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I'll be there! Great news on the contract front. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Mar 7, 2025, 9:31 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I hope all is well! Our City Attorney is still working through the contract, and once I have the revisions I will get you a copy for your legal team. We have a public hearing at on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM to discuss the issue. Is there a chance you or someone from ParkMobile could be in attendance at the meeting? We'll handle the presentation, but it would be good for technical assistance on very specific questions. We could set up a call in advance of the meeting to discuss more. Thank you, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 3:35 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250307174457,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_18.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack Thanks for setting this up, I hope we can have the meeting and work something out. ParkMobile has a ton of experience, and perhaps they could advise how, or even if, we should give codes to residents. Georgiana On Fri, Mar 7, 2025 at 4:56 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: State Fair Task Force, If you can attend, we are proposing hosting a joint workshop between the City Council and Task Force following the end of our regular City Council meeting. It likely won't be before 7:30PM, but could be a bit later if the meeting runs long. The reason for the meeting is that there is not unanimous consensus amongst Council on the issue of how to provide complimentary parking, and the recommendation from the City Council was to mail out each pass to all residents within the zone. To ensure everyone is on the same page, we are inviting the State Fair Task Force to the joint workshop. If you cannot attend that is alright, and if we do not have a majority of the Task Force we may invite the City Council to attend the March 19th meeting. Attached is the packet. Jack ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams Need help?<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting?omkt=en-US> Join the meeting now<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2I3MTRkNTMtM2Y5NS00M2Q5LWJmMGItMTE4NTA4ZDlkZTZl%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22a9036506-0f9b-469b-b42c-db32ef9431 ae%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22dbf6d498-e2db-4d84-affb-7ee411d23e39%22%7d> Meeting ID: 270 249 057 324 Passcode: xZ2UB3ef ________________________________ For organizers: Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=dbf6d498-e2db-4d84-affb-7ee411d23e39&tenantId=a9036506-0f9b-469b-b42c-db32ef9431ae&threadId=19_meeting_N2I3MTRk NTMtM2Y5NS00M2Q5LWJmMGItMTE4NTA4ZDlkZTZl@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-US> ________________________________________________________________________________ 20250310081014,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_19.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I can do a web appearance. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Sat, Mar 8, 2025, 4:45 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Our Task Force and City Council are having a joint workshop on Wednesday, March 12th at 7:30pm. Is there any chance we could get you or someone from Park Mobile on a Zoom call if there are technical questions? Thank you, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250310082633,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_20.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. 1) The code for the reservation goes into effect once they initiate the parking session. They will only have to initiate the session one time, on the day they purchase the reservation w/ the code. 2) Residents w/ codes will do reservations where they pay once, all others will do same-day parking where they have to pay each day. 3) The code can be used one time, attached to a single plate. They can cancel, but that won't free up the code for re-use. 4) You want to limit the codes available because the point is to have inventory for visitor parking. Most residents have a driveway, and the public streets require public funds. A visitor user fee is better (more equitable, etc) than resident taxes/fees as a funding source. If you give all residents a code, then you won't be able to raise revenue to save residents money and fund crucial public services. 5) You need to operate from a single list of codes so that you can make sure only one code is distributed at a time. It would be easier if there was only one staffer at a time handling the distribution of the codes so that you don't hand out multiples. 6) You can table at events to sign up residents, as long as you have a way to keep track of the code list. 7) The codes are attached to the special reservation rate. You are using single use codes so that people can't share them. I think that answers the questions. Let me know if you have more. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Sat, Mar 8, 2025, 9:59 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Robert, Could you please review the attached to clarify/correct any info and to answer some questions? Thank you for your patience. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council 20250310143235,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Mona mehowley@hotmail.com_21.eml The attached document is a summary of my call with Robert, and includes some questions. He answered questions in his email below. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Monday, March 10, 2025 8:26 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Do you have a few minutes to review? Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. 1) The code for the reservation goes into effect once they initiate the parking session. They will only have to initiate the session one time, on the day they purchase the reservation w/ the code. 2) Residents w/ codes will do reservations where they pay once, all others will do same-day parking where they have to pay each day. 3) The code can be used one time, attached to a single plate. They can cancel, but that won't free up the code for re-use. 4) You want to limit the codes available because the point is to have inventory for visitor parking. Most residents have a driveway, and the public streets require public funds. A visitor user fee is better (more equitable, etc) than resident taxes/fees as a funding source. If you give all residents a code, then you won't be able to raise revenue to save residents money and fund crucial public services. 5) You need to operate from a single list of codes so that you can make sure only one code is distributed at a time. It would be easier if there was only one staffer at a time handling the distribution of the codes so that you don't hand out multiples. 6) You can table at events to sign up residents, as long as you have a way to keep track of the code list. 7) The codes are attached to the special reservation rate. You are using single use codes so that people can't share them. I think that answers the questions. Let me know if you have more. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Sat, Mar 8, 2025, 9:59 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Robert, Could you please review the attached to clarify/correct any info and to answer some questions? Thank you for your patience. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council Parking Areas Recommended area for e-meter parking are Northome and Northeast neighborhoods. Best way to describe this to residents: Streets where parking is currently allowed between Snelling and Hamline, Hoyt and Roselawn. Inventory of Parking Spaces We have an inventory of approximately 900 parking spaces. We need to think through how to manage that inventory. How many codes should be given to residents or made available to purchase? If too many given or sold to residents, is the program even viable? How many codes/spaces can we make available to residents and still have enough inventory to gather data on the program’s success? And how are we measuring success? Generating revenue needs to be one of the goals to make the program worth implementing. Parking Fee Task force recommends charging $25 per space, same as State Fair parking fee. That amount covers fees. Processing and transaction fees per sold space is roughly $5. Net revenue per parking space is roughly $20. Issuing Codes Residents who reside on streets currently permit parking only would receive a code. The code is good for 1 license plate over 12 days. ROBERT – does resident enter code each day? Should these codes be tied to Zone? Codes are easier for staff to issue, also easier to have one system and eliminates need to create permits or hang tags. There would be separate code for residents in permit parking only areas. Task force recommends offering each resident in Northome and Northeast the opportunity to get one code for free that is good for 1 license plate over 12 days. These codes would be set up under reservation system to avoid the $1 per day charge to city. Again, weight this decision on number of households and inventory of parking spaces. The best way to issue codes is in person at city hall so staff confirm can residency and issue code number. Resident can leave with the code or staff can sign up the person on the spot and resident doesn’t even need to use app/website or make a phone call. Once a code is assigned to a license plate, it’s removed from the list. ROBERT – can more than one employee be signing up/assigning codes at a time? We have a summer event in July. Could we table at the event and sign up residents there? Recommendation is to begin issuing codes in July, offer some Saturday hours for residents for residents who can’t stop by during business hours. Last day for issuing codes to residents is day before State Fair begins. The task force also recommends offering residents in the area – both in permit parking and on permit parking areas – the opportunity to purchase one additional code that is good for 1 license plate over 12 days. What should be the cost of that second code? How many extra codes should be available to purchase? This decision needs to be based on inventory plus revenue goals. Questions for Robert: What are the reasons to not mail a code to each resident? (Need talking points/explanation). A council member proposed mailing codes to residents. If city does that, how do we know if resident decides to use the code? Can a reservation be cancelled? Should we gently ask residents if plans change and they decide to leave town for the duration of fair to cancel reservation to free up a code? Letter Explaining Program A letter can be mailed to residents in the parking zones to explain how the program works, how to get a code, etc. Volunteers can help stuff letters. Zones SAVPD prefers that their officers issue parking tickets. The e-meter program generates a list of license plates for people who paid to park. It’s best to have divide neighborhoods small zones, which results in a shorter list of license plates for officers to skim on their phones to check if the parked cars are in compliance. Checking for compliance/enforcement Park Mobile recommends officers check each zone 1 to 2 times per hour to monitor for compliance. Number of foot cadets is based on how long it takes to walk through the neighborhoods. Proposed time for monitoring is 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., divided into three 4-hour shifts (8 to noon, noon to 4, 4 to 8). Officers would work 2 shifts, shifts staggered. Staggered shifts means officers will have a window to stop at city hall to use a restroom/eat/fill a water bottle. And this is getting way too deep into the weeds but addresses a council member concern. Fair Ambassadors If officers are monitoring compliance, are fair ambassadors needed? If task force feels they are needed, what is the role of ambassadors? Could ambassadors be volunteers? And could volunteers/task force members write the volunteer job description, recruit, train and schedule volunteers? Would there be any need for staff involvement other than getting word out to residents on city social media platforms and in newsletter? And order t-shirts, which could be a city expense. 20250311163516,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_22.eml Hi Rob, Here is the meeting invite for the Zoom tomorrow: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84702440352 You may have also gotten a panelist request as well. Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting<https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84702440352> Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, conference, huddle, and training rooms, as well as executive offices and classrooms. Founded in 2011, Zoom helps businesses and organizations bring their teams together in a frictionless environment to get more done. Zoom is a publicly traded company headquartered in San Jose, CA. us02web.zoom.us Do you have time in the afternoon on Wednesday to touch base before the meeting? Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Monday, March 10, 2025 8:10 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Wednesday, March 12th Joint Workshop - Available for Call 7:30PM CST? Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I can do a web appearance. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Sat, Mar 8, 2025, 4:45 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Our Task Force and City Council are having a joint workshop on Wednesday, March 12th at 7:30pm. Is there any chance we could get you or someone from Park Mobile on a Zoom call if there are technical questions? Thank you, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250311165451,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_23.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks! Is there anything I should be focused on? Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Tue, Mar 11, 2025, 4:35 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Here is the meeting invite for the Zoom tomorrow: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84702440352 You may have also gotten a panelist request as well. Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting<https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84702440352> Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, conference, huddle, and training rooms, as well as executive offices and classrooms. Founded in 2011, Zoom helps businesses and organizations bring their teams together in a frictionless environment to get more done. Zoom is a publicly traded company headquartered in San Jose, CA. us02web.zoom.us<http://us02web.zoom.us> Do you have time in the afternoon on Wednesday to touch base before the meeting? Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Monday, March 10, 2025 8:10 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Wednesday, March 12th Joint Workshop - Available for Call 7:30PM CST? Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I can do a web appearance. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Sat, Mar 8, 2025, 4:45 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Our Task Force and City Council are having a joint workshop on Wednesday, March 12th at 7:30pm. Is there any chance we could get you or someone from Park Mobile on a Zoom call if there are technical questions? Thank you, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077%0D%0A+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon%0D%0A+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250312161323,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_24.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I reached out to our data specialists. He may not get back to me until tomorrow. Best, Rob On Wed, Mar 12, 2025 at 4:08 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Sorry for the delay but I got a bit technical with it by trying to measures spaces. Attached is my spreadsheet. It looks somewhat accurate based on spacing? I used 22' for the standard parallel parking stall, but that may be optimistic in some instances. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250312193328,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_25.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, here's what our data specialist told me: It varies based on cities that we have data on. The standard length commonly used in the US is 22'. Columbus OH avg car length is 15.4' Denver CO avg car length 15' Galveston TX they recently increased their parallel spaces from 19' to 22' however, they are now pushing 45-degree angle parking to increase the supply. Best, Rob On Wed, Mar 12, 2025 at 4:13 PM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: I reached out to our data specialists. He may not get back to me until tomorrow. Best, Rob On Wed, Mar 12, 2025 at 4:08 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Sorry for the delay but I got a bit technical with it by trying to measures spaces. Attached is my spreadsheet. It looks somewhat accurate based on spacing? I used 22' for the standard parallel parking stall, but that may be optimistic in some instances. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250313115316,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falco_26.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Absolutely. I will have an internal meeting about how to structure the deal and then I'll reach out to them. Best, Rob On Thu, Mar 13, 2025 at 7:43 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Good morning, Could the two of you please connect on how to proceed with United Church of Christ request to have e-meter parking in their lot during the fair? Rob, the parking lot is on the NW corner of Garden and Holton. Rev. Rick Rev. Rick King, Lead Pastor revrick@falconheightsucc.org<mailto:revrick@falconheightsucc.org> (O) 651-646-2681 | (C) 303-946-6807 Make Appt: https://calendly.com/revrick_church Thanks! Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250314133442,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, _Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com_28.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Mona and Paula, Thanks so much for navigating the joint FH Council and SFTF meeting so that we could come to basic agreements and move forward. I thought it might be helpful if I incorporated those points of agreement (which I read back to the Council and amended as suggested) into a PowerPoint slide presentation. Doing so, I realized that we can present the e-parking in the meeting fairly simply and thus clearly. We have some issues still to resolve (such as how many resident codes to give out) but perhaps these need not be treated in this presentation. Jack, I hope you forgive my initiative, I enjoy putting such presentations together and found it the best way to communicate the points of agreement from the meeting, as well as providing the basic information on the program. I included FAQs at the end, these are the FAQs prepared previously by Paula and may help anticipate some questions that arise in the public hearing. I attach both the PP and a pdf. Note that the PP has animated slides that are not captured in the PDF. Georgiana Title slide Rationale for e-parking program NO e-parking YES e-parking Signs Software Training Streets full of parking All FH residents: $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Community Ambassadors Streets full of parking Overview of the e-parking program Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Overview of the e-parking program • Residents in affected areas get one free parking pass at Falcon Heights city hall. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. • Visitors buy parking spot per day. • Signs, software, and training for staff will be provided by ParkMobile • Community Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome visitors and monitor parking compliance. • St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets and tows. • We expect to generate $100 – 200,000 in new revenue. • Pay Community Ambassadors – employment for FH youth • Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents For NorthEast and NorthHome residents • One free resident pass, good for 12 days of State Fair • Park in your zone • NOT a reserved slot – get out early! • Streets with permitted parking will continue. For visitors going to the fair • Find a parking place • Find a sign • Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, call a phone number. • Enter license number, pay $25 • Go to State Fair, enjoy! ParkMobile • Provides signs for affected areas, we distribute them. • Provides software and account management on-line. • Trains staff and Community Ambassadors on software. • Returns $20 per permit to Falcon Heights. • Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. FAQ • Why do we want fair goers to pay for parking? • To help cover costs of hosting the Fair, and to generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. • We want to be a welcoming city – does e-parking mean that we are not welcoming? • Community Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and help SF goers. • Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors, we still welcome them. • We hope to improve Fairgoers experiences – more porta-potties! FAQ • How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? • ParkMobile provides many signs which will be distributed throughout NE and NH areas. • We will advertise extensively. • How will parking violations be handled? • St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code. Parking fines double during the State Fair. • Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ • What areas will have e-parking and why? • NorthHome and NorthEast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. • These are large, contiguous areas that are highly impacted by State Fair parking. • Will the program be used full time and year-round? • Focus is on the 12 days of the State Fair. • May expand to the car shows in the future. Title slide Rationale for e-parking program NO e-parking Signs Software Training YES e-parking Streets full of parking Streets full of parking $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Community Ambassadors All FH residents: Overview of the e-parking program Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Overview of the e-parking program Residents in affected areas get one free parking pass at Falcon Heights city hall. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. Visitors buy parking spot per day. Signs, software, and training for staff will be provided by ParkMobile Community Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome visitors and monitor parking compliance. St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets and tows. We expect to generate $100 – 200,000 in new revenue. Pay Community Ambassadors – employment for FH youth Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents One free resident pass, good for 12 days of State Fair Park in your zone NOT a reserved slot – get out early! Streets with permitted parking will continue. For NorthEast and NorthHome residents Find a parking place Find a sign Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, call a phone number. Enter license number, pay $25 Go to State Fair, enjoy! For visitors going to the fair Provides signs for affected areas, we distribute them. Provides software and account management on-line. Trains staff and Community Ambassadors on software. Returns $20 per permit to Falcon Heights. Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. ParkMobile FAQ Why do we want fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair, and to generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. We want to be a welcoming city – does e-parking mean that we are not welcoming? Community Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and help SF goers. Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors, we still welcome them. We hope to improve Fairgoers experiences – more porta-potties! How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be distributed throughout NE and NH areas. We will advertise extensively. How will parking violations be handled? St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code. Parking fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ What areas will have e-parking and why? NorthHome and NorthEast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. These are large, contiguous areas that are highly impacted by State Fair parking. Will the program be used full time and year-round? Focus is on the 12 days of the State Fair. May expand to the car shows in the future. FAQ 20250314161902,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_29.eml Members of the State Fair Task Force, Attached is the agenda packet for our meeting on Wednesday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. It should be a fairly light meeting to discuss and review the presentation for the following week's public hearing. Let me know if you won't be able to make it. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, March 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. February 19, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion 2. Update on Legislative Activity 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: April 16, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday, February 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:32 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite__X__ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard __X__ Georgiana May_X___ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis _X___ Jennifer Paulus _X___ Tom Prather __X__ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan _X___ Council Liaison Paula Mielke _X___ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. Moved by May i. Approved 6-0 D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 15, 2025 i. Moved by Allard ii. Approved 6-0 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Discussion i. Details and Discussion 1. Member McGarthwaite discussed back to school at the elementary school for meet the teacher, before school starts a. Either Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday before Labor Day weekend b. Concerns over parking during this time, how to enforce meters during this time 2. Discussion continued to discuss permit parking, and how it would impact messaging a. Consideration of uniformity vs specialization i. Member Davis, May and McGarthwaite voiced support for e-meters replacing parking permits 1. Similarly supported making the e-meters citywide ii. Member Paulus shared concerns that this doesn’t feel like being a welcoming city, and whether this improves our issues or not 1. Discussion on financial impact to the City, amount per household. iii. Administrator Linehan provided a map of locations b. Member Georgiana May made a motion to recommend that e-meters be instituted during Fairground Events on the non-water side of streets that are currently free parking in Northeast Quadrant (Roselawn to Larpenteur / Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive and Northome (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive). Approved 7-0 c. Discussion on how to provide complimentary tickets to residents i. Discussion around two tickets versus one 1. It was considered that given the amount of parking, one may be enough 2. Considered that they need to be requested ii. Member Nicole Porter made a motion that one complimentary parking permit would be available upon request per household on designated streets in the Northome and Northeast Quadrant area, and additional permits could be purchased in a banded method that is similar to our fee schedule for yearround permit parking. Approved 7-0 ii. Consideration for Recommendation to City Council 1. Discussed during the previous items. 2. Update on Request for State Assistance i. Liaison Mielke shared the update on the pending legislation from Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update i. St. Anthony Village PD starts on March 1, 2025 ii. Starts at about 8-12 hours per day of patrol, and increases over time as staffing allows iii. Plan for additional OT during State Fair G. ADJOURN 1. Motion to adjourn by Member Porter at 8:03 p.m. i. All in favor 7-0 Next regular meeting date: March 19, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion Description The City Council and State Fair Task Force had a joint workshop discussion on Wednesday, March 12th. Present from the task force was Chair McGarthwaite, Members Allard, May, Davis, Paulus and Prather, and council liaison Mielke. The discussion focused primarily on how to provide passes for residents, and how to communicate the program during the public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th. Near the end of the meeting, Member May summarized the direction of the discussion with the points that: - Residents will have the option to come to City Hall to get a resident pass if they live on a street with e-meters. - Visitors will have to purchase parking through ParkMobile. - Training of staff will be provided by ParkMobile. - Hire ambassadors to check plates, and they will inform SAPD of parking infraction; they will di ticketing - Signs will be provided by ParkMobile, additional communications will be done as well. Using this direction, members of the Task Force will present the proposal prior to the public hearing. This will be an opportunity for the group to review the powerpoint and provide feedback/edits before the presentation to residents. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the direction for the public hearing presentation and provide feedback on the draft presentation. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Legislative Update Description An update will be provided on the status of various bills and other legislative efforts. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250314161902,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_30.eml Members of the State Fair Task Force, Attached is the agenda packet for our meeting on Wednesday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. It should be a fairly light meeting to discuss and review the presentation for the following week's public hearing. Let me know if you won't be able to make it. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, March 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. February 19, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion 2. Update on Legislative Activity 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: April 16, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday, February 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:32 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite__X__ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard __X__ Georgiana May_X___ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis _X___ Jennifer Paulus _X___ Tom Prather __X__ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan _X___ Council Liaison Paula Mielke _X___ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. Moved by May i. Approved 6-0 D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 15, 2025 i. Moved by Allard ii. Approved 6-0 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Discussion i. Details and Discussion 1. Member McGarthwaite discussed back to school at the elementary school for meet the teacher, before school starts a. Either Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday before Labor Day weekend b. Concerns over parking during this time, how to enforce meters during this time 2. Discussion continued to discuss permit parking, and how it would impact messaging a. Consideration of uniformity vs specialization i. Member Davis, May and McGarthwaite voiced support for e-meters replacing parking permits 1. Similarly supported making the e-meters citywide ii. Member Paulus shared concerns that this doesn’t feel like being a welcoming city, and whether this improves our issues or not 1. Discussion on financial impact to the City, amount per household. iii. Administrator Linehan provided a map of locations b. Member Georgiana May made a motion to recommend that e-meters be instituted during Fairground Events on the non-water side of streets that are currently free parking in Northeast Quadrant (Roselawn to Larpenteur / Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive and Northome (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive). Approved 7-0 c. Discussion on how to provide complimentary tickets to residents i. Discussion around two tickets versus one 1. It was considered that given the amount of parking, one may be enough 2. Considered that they need to be requested ii. Member Nicole Porter made a motion that one complimentary parking permit would be available upon request per household on designated streets in the Northome and Northeast Quadrant area, and additional permits could be purchased in a banded method that is similar to our fee schedule for yearround permit parking. Approved 7-0 ii. Consideration for Recommendation to City Council 1. Discussed during the previous items. 2. Update on Request for State Assistance i. Liaison Mielke shared the update on the pending legislation from Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update i. St. Anthony Village PD starts on March 1, 2025 ii. Starts at about 8-12 hours per day of patrol, and increases over time as staffing allows iii. Plan for additional OT during State Fair G. ADJOURN 1. Motion to adjourn by Member Porter at 8:03 p.m. i. All in favor 7-0 Next regular meeting date: March 19, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion Description The City Council and State Fair Task Force had a joint workshop discussion on Wednesday, March 12th. Present from the task force was Chair McGarthwaite, Members Allard, May, Davis, Paulus and Prather, and council liaison Mielke. The discussion focused primarily on how to provide passes for residents, and how to communicate the program during the public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th. Near the end of the meeting, Member May summarized the direction of the discussion with the points that: - Residents will have the option to come to City Hall to get a resident pass if they live on a street with e-meters. - Visitors will have to purchase parking through ParkMobile. - Training of staff will be provided by ParkMobile. - Hire ambassadors to check plates, and they will inform SAPD of parking infraction; they will di ticketing - Signs will be provided by ParkMobile, additional communications will be done as well. Using this direction, members of the Task Force will present the proposal prior to the public hearing. This will be an opportunity for the group to review the powerpoint and provide feedback/edits before the presentation to residents. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the direction for the public hearing presentation and provide feedback on the draft presentation. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Legislative Update Description An update will be provided on the status of various bills and other legislative efforts. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250314162242,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_31.eml My apologies, but I immediately caught a typo on Item E1 right after sending it. Attached is the corrected packet. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, March 14, 2025 4:19 PM Subject: Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 State Fair Task Force Agenda Packet Members of the State Fair Task Force, Attached is the agenda packet for our meeting on Wednesday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. It should be a fairly light meeting to discuss and review the presentation for the following week's public hearing. Let me know if you won't be able to make it. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, March 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. February 19, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion 2. Update on Legislative Activity 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: April 16, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday, February 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:32 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite__X__ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard __X__ Georgiana May_X___ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis _X___ Jennifer Paulus _X___ Tom Prather __X__ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan _X___ Council Liaison Paula Mielke _X___ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. Moved by May i. Approved 6-0 D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 15, 2025 i. Moved by Allard ii. Approved 6-0 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Discussion i. Details and Discussion 1. Member McGarthwaite discussed back to school at the elementary school for meet the teacher, before school starts a. Either Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday before Labor Day weekend b. Concerns over parking during this time, how to enforce meters during this time 2. Discussion continued to discuss permit parking, and how it would impact messaging a. Consideration of uniformity vs specialization i. Member Davis, May and McGarthwaite voiced support for e-meters replacing parking permits 1. Similarly supported making the e-meters citywide ii. Member Paulus shared concerns that this doesn’t feel like being a welcoming city, and whether this improves our issues or not 1. Discussion on financial impact to the City, amount per household. iii. Administrator Linehan provided a map of locations b. Member Georgiana May made a motion to recommend that e-meters be instituted during Fairground Events on the non-water side of streets that are currently free parking in Northeast Quadrant (Roselawn to Larpenteur / Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive and Northome (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive). Approved 7-0 c. Discussion on how to provide complimentary tickets to residents i. Discussion around two tickets versus one 1. It was considered that given the amount of parking, one may be enough 2. Considered that they need to be requested ii. Member Nicole Porter made a motion that one complimentary parking permit would be available upon request per household on designated streets in the Northome and Northeast Quadrant area, and additional permits could be purchased in a banded method that is similar to our fee schedule for yearround permit parking. Approved 7-0 ii. Consideration for Recommendation to City Council 1. Discussed during the previous items. 2. Update on Request for State Assistance i. Liaison Mielke shared the update on the pending legislation from Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update i. St. Anthony Village PD starts on March 1, 2025 ii. Starts at about 8-12 hours per day of patrol, and increases over time as staffing allows iii. Plan for additional OT during State Fair G. ADJOURN 1. Motion to adjourn by Member Porter at 8:03 p.m. i. All in favor 7-0 Next regular meeting date: March 19, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota ___________________ _______ Item E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion Description The City Council and State Fair Task Force had a joint workshop discussion on Wednesday, March 12th. Present from the task force was Chair McGarthwaite, Members Allard, May, Davis, Paulus and Prather, and council liaison Mielke. The discussion focused primarily on how to provide passes for residents, and how to communicate the program during the public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th. Near the end of the meeting, Member May summarized the direction of the discussion with the points that: - Residents will have the option to come to City Hall to get a resident pass if they live on a street with e-meters. - Visitors will have to purchase parking through ParkMobile. - Training of staff will be provided by ParkMobile. - Hire ambassadors to check plates, and they will inform SAPD of parking infraction; they will do ticketing. - Signs will be provided by ParkMobile, additional communications will be done as well. Using this direction, members of the Task Force will present the proposal prior to the public hearing. This will be an opportunity for the group to review the powerpoint and provide feedback/edits before the presentation to residents. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the direction for the public hearing presentation and provide feedback on the draft presentation. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Legislative Update Description An update will be provided on the status of various bills and other legislative efforts. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250314162242,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_32.eml My apologies, but I immediately caught a typo on Item E1 right after sending it. Attached is the corrected packet. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, March 14, 2025 4:19 PM Subject: Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 State Fair Task Force Agenda Packet Members of the State Fair Task Force, Attached is the agenda packet for our meeting on Wednesday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. It should be a fairly light meeting to discuss and review the presentation for the following week's public hearing. Let me know if you won't be able to make it. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, March 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. February 19, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion 2. Update on Legislative Activity 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: April 16, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday, February 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:32 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite__X__ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard __X__ Georgiana May_X___ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis _X___ Jennifer Paulus _X___ Tom Prather __X__ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan _X___ Council Liaison Paula Mielke _X___ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. Moved by May i. Approved 6-0 D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 15, 2025 i. Moved by Allard ii. Approved 6-0 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Discussion i. Details and Discussion 1. Member McGarthwaite discussed back to school at the elementary school for meet the teacher, before school starts a. Either Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday before Labor Day weekend b. Concerns over parking during this time, how to enforce meters during this time 2. Discussion continued to discuss permit parking, and how it would impact messaging a. Consideration of uniformity vs specialization i. Member Davis, May and McGarthwaite voiced support for e-meters replacing parking permits 1. Similarly supported making the e-meters citywide ii. Member Paulus shared concerns that this doesn’t feel like being a welcoming city, and whether this improves our issues or not 1. Discussion on financial impact to the City, amount per household. iii. Administrator Linehan provided a map of locations b. Member Georgiana May made a motion to recommend that e-meters be instituted during Fairground Events on the non-water side of streets that are currently free parking in Northeast Quadrant (Roselawn to Larpenteur / Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive and Northome (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive). Approved 7-0 c. Discussion on how to provide complimentary tickets to residents i. Discussion around two tickets versus one 1. It was considered that given the amount of parking, one may be enough 2. Considered that they need to be requested ii. Member Nicole Porter made a motion that one complimentary parking permit would be available upon request per household on designated streets in the Northome and Northeast Quadrant area, and additional permits could be purchased in a banded method that is similar to our fee schedule for yearround permit parking. Approved 7-0 ii. Consideration for Recommendation to City Council 1. Discussed during the previous items. 2. Update on Request for State Assistance i. Liaison Mielke shared the update on the pending legislation from Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update i. St. Anthony Village PD starts on March 1, 2025 ii. Starts at about 8-12 hours per day of patrol, and increases over time as staffing allows iii. Plan for additional OT during State Fair G. ADJOURN 1. Motion to adjourn by Member Porter at 8:03 p.m. i. All in favor 7-0 Next regular meeting date: March 19, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota ___________________ _______ Item E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion Description The City Council and State Fair Task Force had a joint workshop discussion on Wednesday, March 12th. Present from the task force was Chair McGarthwaite, Members Allard, May, Davis, Paulus and Prather, and council liaison Mielke. The discussion focused primarily on how to provide passes for residents, and how to communicate the program during the public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th. Near the end of the meeting, Member May summarized the direction of the discussion with the points that: - Residents will have the option to come to City Hall to get a resident pass if they live on a street with e-meters. - Visitors will have to purchase parking through ParkMobile. - Training of staff will be provided by ParkMobile. - Hire ambassadors to check plates, and they will inform SAPD of parking infraction; they will do ticketing. - Signs will be provided by ParkMobile, additional communications will be done as well. Using this direction, members of the Task Force will present the proposal prior to the public hearing. This will be an opportunity for the group to review the powerpoint and provide feedback/edits before the presentation to residents. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the direction for the public hearing presentation and provide feedback on the draft presentation. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Legislative Update Description An update will be provided on the status of various bills and other legislative efforts. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250317083636,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_33.eml State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 125 125 125 125 125 125 750 75 125 475 675 475 475 750 1700 475 475 750 1700 475 475 750 1700 1000 1000 2000 475 475 1000 1950 1000 475 1475 475 475 12425 564.77272727272725 550 550 550 1650 550 550 550 1650 550 550 550 1650 100 275 375 150 150 150 150 600 150 150 150 150 600 6525 296.59090909090907 Northeast Quadrant Ruggles – E Snelling to Asbury Ruggles – Asbury to Arona Ruggles – Arona to Simpson Ruggles – Simpson to Pascal Ruggles – Holton to Albert Ruggles – Albert to Sheldon Available Feet Crawford – E Snelling to Dinos Crawford – Dinos to Arona Crawford – Arona to Pascal Asbury – Roselawn to Ruggles Asbury – Ruggles to Garden Asbury – Garden to Crawford Arona – Roselawn to Ruggles Arona – Ruggles to Garden Arona – Garden to Crawford Simpson – Roselawn to Ruggles Simpson – Ruggles to Garden Simpson – Garden to Crawford Pascal – Roselawn to Garden Pascal – Garden to Larpenteur Holton – Roselawn to Ruggles Holton – Ruggles to Garden Holton – Garden to Larpenteur Albert – Roselawn to Ruggles Albert – Garden to Larpenteur Sheldon – Roselawn to Ruggles Street Total Ruggles Total Crawford Total Asbury Total Arona Total Simpson Total Pascal Total Holton Total Albert Total Sheldon Total TOTAL NORTHEAST QUADRANT Northome California - Arona to Pascal California - Pascal to Albert California - Albert to Hamline California Total Idaho - Arona to Pascal Idaho - Pascal to Albert Idaho - Albert to Hamline Idaho Total Iowa - Arona to Pascal Iowa - Pascal to Albert Iowa - Albert to Hamline Iowa Total Arona - FTS Arona - Townhomes Pascal - Larpenteur to California Pascal - California to Idaho Pascal - Idaho to Iowa Pascal - Iowa to Hoyt Albert - Larpenteur to California Albert - California to Idaho Albert - Idaho to Iowa Albert - Iowa to Hoyt TOTAL NORTHOME TOTAL AVAILABLE 22' PARKING SPOTS 20250317083636,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_34.eml State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. 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McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com_35.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Thanks much for this info. Just a few minor points: - I feel we should not refer to Sen. Oumou Verbeten as “Senator Clare”. - I’m guessing that we have plenty to discuss on Wednesday, so I would prefer not to get in the weeds on the Legislature's actions. We know from the State and Federal situations that new revenue streams will be needed to maintain quality of life in FH. Of course, it’s up to the SFTF to set the agenda and this is only my opinion. Georgiana On Mon, Mar 17, 2025 at 8:36 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250317123718,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu_36.eml Hi Georgiana, Thanks for the feedback. Senator Oumou Verbeten, whose name I did write out in full but it felt redundant to rewrite in the next sentence, has asked to be referred to as Clare. It feels too informal, hence the title with the name. If this were a city communication piece, I'd use her full title/full name. I'm fine talking or not talking legislative items on Wednesday-- up to the group. I was asked over the weekend to provide the legislative updates/parking data to the full task force. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2025 9:29 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Thanks much for this info. Just a few minor points: - I feel we should not refer to Sen. Oumou Verbeten as “Senator Clare”. - I’m guessing that we have plenty to discuss on Wednesday, so I would prefer not to get in the weeds on the Legislature's actions. We know from the State and Federal situations that new revenue streams will be needed to maintain quality of life in FH. Of course, it’s up to the SFTF to set the agenda and this is only my opinion. Georgiana On Mon, Mar 17, 2025 at 8:36 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250317134346,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_37.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks for letting me know. It does feel too informal to me, but I see now that that's how she wants to be referred to. I'm looking forward to the meeting Wednesday and further moving our project along. Thank you for suggesting that we citizens on the TF give the presentations, I've checked with Mona and she is good with the plan. Thanks for all your hard work on behalf of our city, enjoy a beautiful day, Georgiana On Mon, Mar 17, 2025 at 12:37 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Georgiana, Thanks for the feedback. Senator Oumou Verbeten, whose name I did write out in full but it felt redundant to rewrite in the next sentence, has asked to be referred to as Clare. It feels too informal, hence the title with the name. If this were a city communication piece, I'd use her full title/full name. I'm fine talking or not talking legislative items on Wednesday-- up to the group. I was asked over the weekend to provide the legislative updates/parking data to the full task force. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2025 9:29 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconhe ights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Thanks much for this info. Just a few minor points: - I feel we should not refer to Sen. Oumou Verbeten as “Senator Clare”. - I’m guessing that we have plenty to discuss on Wednesday, so I would prefer not to get in the weeds on the Legislature's actions. We know from the State and Federal situations that new revenue streams will be needed to maintain quality of life in FH. Of course, it’s up to the SFTF to set the agenda and this is only my opinion. Georgiana On Mon, Mar 17, 2025 at 8:36 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250318150919,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_38.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Here's another version of the presentation, after getting feedback from several people. I believe that the presentation encompasses all of the points of agreement that were summarized at the joint workshop meeting, and incorporates comments on that from Council. We had several issues that were left un-resolved at the joint Council/SFTF workshop and I am listing these below. I suggest that we make these an explicit part of the agenda for discussion on Wednesday. We could first ask if they have to be addressed before the public hearing and if so, what we recommend to Council. The points for continued discussion were: * How will resident passes be distributed? What are the stresses on staff and how might those be minimized? * Do we need a cap on the number of resident passes? * Do residents in some apartments or townhomes that are not on affected streets need an opportunity to obtain a resident pass? If so, how might we identify and communicate with those residents? * Some residents (e.g., with disabilities), may encounter difficulties with the system. How might those be accomodated? E.g. put out handicapped signs to make a spot in front of their house. Good to work with you! Georgiana Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive and they need a place to park Rationale for e-parking program NO e-parking Streets full of parking $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Community Ambassadors YES e-parking Streets full of parking Overview of the e-parking program Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 • Provides temporary e-meter parking. 1.5 million users in MN. • Provides signs for affected areas, we distribute them. • Provides software and account management team. • Trains staff and Community Ambassadors on software. • Returns $20 per vehicle to Falcon Heights. • Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. Overview of the e-parking program • Each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. • Visitors buy their parking spot per day. • Signs, software, and training for staff will be provided by ParkMobkile. • Community Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. • St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. • We expect to generate $100,000 – 200,000 in new revenue. • Pay Community Ambassadors – employment for FH youth • Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents For Northeast and Northome residents • One free resident pass, good for 12 days of State Fair • Park in your zone • NOT a reserved slot – get out early! • No change to current permitted parking (hangers). For SAVPD and FH Staff SAVPD will: • Issue parking tickets. Fines double during the State Fair. • Vehicles causing safety and access violations will be towed. Falcon Heights staff will: • Issue resident passes and enter data into the ParkMobile system. • May hire part-time additional assistance. • Will distribute the e-meter parking signs on the affected streets. • Will hire and train the Community Ambassadors. For our visitors going to the fair • Find a parking place • Find a sign • Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, call a phone number. • Enter license plate, pay $25 • Go to State Fair, enjoy! FAQ • Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? • To help cover costs of hosting the Fair, and to generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. • We want to be a welcoming city – does e-meter parking mean that we are not welcoming? • Community Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and help SF goers. • Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors, we still welcome them. • We hope to improve Fair goers experiences – more porta-potties! FAQ • How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? • ParkMobile provides many signs which will be distributed throughout NE and NH areas. • We will advertise extensively. • Community Ambassadors can help. • How will parking violations be handled? • St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. • Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ • What areas will have e-meter parking and why? • Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. • These are large, contiguous areas that are highly impacted by State Fair parking. • Will the program be used full time and year-round? • Focus is on the 12 days of the State Fair. • May expand to the car shows in the future. Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Questions? Concerns? Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive and they need a place to park Rationale for e-parking program NO e-parking YES e-parking Streets full of parking Streets full of parking $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Community Ambassadors Overview of the e-parking program Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3</a:t Provides temporary e-meter parking. 1.5 million users in MN. Provides signs for affected areas, we distribute them. Provides software and account management team. Trains staff and Community Ambassadors on software. Returns $20 per vehicle to Falcon Heights. Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. Overview of the e-parking program Each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. Visitors buy their parking spot per day. Signs, software, and training for staff will be provided by ParkMobkile. Community Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. We expect to generate $100,000 – 200,000 in new revenue. Pay Community Ambassadors – employment for FH youth Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents One free resident pass, good for 12 days of State Fair Park in your zone NOT a reserved slot – get out early! No change to current permitted parking (hangers). For Northeast and Northome residents For SAVPD and FH Staff SAVPD will: Issue parking tickets. Fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles causing safety and access violations will be towed. Falcon Heights staff will: Issue resident passes and enter data into the ParkMobile system. May hire part-time additional assistance. Will distribute the e-meter parking signs on the affected streets. Will hire and train the Community Ambassadors. Find a parking place Find a sign Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, call a phone number. Enter license plate, pay $25 Go to State Fair, enjoy! For our visitors going to the fair FAQ Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair, and to generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. We want to be a welcoming city – does e-meter parking mean that we are not welcoming? Community Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and help SF goers. Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors, we still welcome them. We hope to improve Fair goers experiences – more porta-potties! How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be distributed throughout NE and NH areas. We will advertise extensively. Community Ambassadors can help. How will parking violations be handled? St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ What areas will have e-meter parking and why? Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. These are large, contiguous areas that are highly impacted by State Fair parking. Will the program be used full time and year-round? Focus is on the 12 days of the State Fair. May expand to the car shows in the future. FAQ Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Questions? Concerns? 20250318181043,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, _Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com_39.eml Looking good! Some comments. Parking ambassadors or community ambassadors? Primary role is to monitor parking compliance, contact SAVPD if ticketing is needed. Checking compliance needs to included in job description in slide, and definitely needs to be included in job description. And should job title be descriptive for posting job? Ambassador implies greeter, which is more of a secondary role. I don't think we can or should say hire youth. Thinking is to hire adults 18 or older because of risk of confrontation. Resident pass is the term made up for the code at the joint workshop. Is using the word pass confusing? Does it imply you're getting a physical object? Residents are being assigned/given a code good for 12 days of free parking. I don't think it's been fully determined hang tag versus code for residents who currently receive a permit. I'd leave that for staff to decide. Does it need to be decided by March 26? Someone in a permitted area may ask. How is handicapped parking been handled other years? Are any areas currently identified as handicap parking? I can't think of any. There is a typo in ParkMobile on slide 4 or so. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 3:08 PM To: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: updated materials for W discussion Hi,PThat p Here's another version of the presentation, after getting feedback from several people. I believe that the presentation encompasses all of the points of agreement that were summarized at the joint workshop meeting, and incorporates comments on that from Council. We had several issues that were left un-resolved at the joint Council/SFTF workshop and I am listing these below. I suggest that we make these an explicit part of the agenda for discussion on Wednesday. We could first ask if they have to be addressed before the public hearing and if so, what we recommend to Council. The points for continued discussion were: * How will resident passes be distributed? What are the stresses on staff and how might those be minimized? * Do we need a cap on the number of resident passes? * Do residents in some apartments or townhomes that are not on affected streets need an opportunity to obtain a resident pass? If so, how might we identify and communicate with those residents? * Some residents (e.g., with disabilities), may encounter difficulties with the system. How might those be accomodated? E.g. put out handicapped signs to make a spot in front of their house. Good to work with you! Georgiana 20250318181205,Ross Allard ross.allard@gmail.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_40.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, I won't be able to attend tomorrow. Got a bad cold and going to the doctor tomorrow. I should be able to make the public meeting, though. Thanks Ross On Mon, Mar 17, 2025, 8:36 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250318202020,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_41.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks! I was putting that out there and intending to pick up on all this at our meeting tomorrow. I’m hoping we’re on a good track now 🤞 Georgiana On Tue, Mar 18, 2025 at 6:10 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Looking good! Some comments. Parking ambassadors or community ambassadors? Primary role is to monitor parking compliance, contact SAVPD if ticketing is needed. Checking compliance needs to included in job description in slide, and definitely needs to be included in job description. And should job title be descriptive for posting job? Ambassador implies greeter, which is more of a secondary role. I don't think we can or should say hire youth. Thinking is to hire adults 18 or older because of risk of confrontation. Resident pass is the term made up for the code at the joint workshop. Is using the word pass confusing? Does it imply you're getting a physical object? Residents are being assigned/given a code good for 12 days of free parking. I don't think it's been fully determined hang tag versus code for residents who currently receive a permit. I'd leave that for staff to decide. Does it need to be decided by March 26? Someone in a permitted area may ask. How is handicapped parking been handled other years? Are any areas currently identified as handicap parking? I can't think of any. There is a typo in ParkMobile on slide 4 or so. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 3:08 PM To: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconhe ights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: updated materials for W discussion Hi,PThat p Here's another version of the presentation, after getting feedback from several people. I believe that the presentation encompasses all of the points of agreement that were summarized at the joint workshop meeting, and incorporates comments on that from Council. We had several issues that were left un-resolved at the joint Council/SFTF workshop and I am listing these below. I suggest that we make these an explicit part of the agenda for discussion on Wednesday. We could first ask if they have to be addressed before the public hearing and if so, what we recommend to Council. The points for continued discussion were: * How will resident passes be distributed? What are the stresses on staff and how might those be minimized? * Do we need a cap on the number of resident passes? * Do residents in some apartments or townhomes that are not on affected streets need an opportunity to obtain a resident pass? If so, how might we identify and communicate with those residents? * Some residents (e.g., with disabilities), may encounter difficulties with the system. How might those be accomodated? E.g. put out handicapped signs to make a spot in front of their house. Good to work with you! Georgiana 20250319082218,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_42.eml Hi Rob, Attached is the revised contract with our attorney edits. Please review with your legal team and let us know if the changes are acceptable. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Friday, March 7, 2025 9:32 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Cc: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I'll be there! Great news on the contract front. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Mar 7, 2025, 9:31 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I hope all is well! Our City Attorney is still working through the contract, and once I have the revisions I will get you a copy for your legal team. We have a public hearing at on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM to discuss the issue. Is there a chance you or someone from ParkMobile could be in attendance at the meeting? We'll handle the presentation, but it would be good for technical assistance on very specific questions. We could set up a call in advance of the meeting to discuss more. Thank you, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 3:35 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] This ParkMobile Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Parkmobile, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, with offices at 1100 Spring St. NW, Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 (“ParkMobile”) and City of Falcon Heights, a Minnesota municipality, with offices at 2077 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 (“Client”). This Agreement will become effective as of the last signature date below (the “Effective Date”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements set forth in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: PARTY CONTACTS Client ParkMobile Legal Name: City of Falcon Heights Legal Name: Parkmobile, LLC Contact: Sales Rep: Rob Stephens Email: Email: Rob.Stephens@parkmobile.io Phone: Phone: 531-229-6942 Address: Address: City of Falcon Heights 2077 Larpenteur Ave W Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Parkmobile, LLC 1100 Spring St. NWSte 200 Atlanta, GA 30309 For legal notices: with a copy to ParkMobile’s Legal Department at the above address and to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. SERVICE TERMS Services ParkMobile will provide Client with the Services related to the following types of parking transactions: On-Demand, Reservations Initial Term 3 years beginning on the Effective Date Renewal This Agreement will automatically renew for additional successive one (1) year terms unless earlier terminated pursuant to this Agreement's express provisions or either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days before the end of the then-current term (each a "Renewal Term" and, collectively, together with the Initial Term, the "Term"). Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement effective immediately on written notice to the other party, if the breaching party materially breaches this Agreement, and such breach: (i) is incapable of cure; or (ii) being capable of cure, remains uncured thirty (30) days after the non-breaching party provides the breaching party with written notice of such breach. Merchant of Record The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. ParkMobile will remit any amounts due Client in arrears to Client on the 15th of the following month. Parking Locations The Services will be provided to Client in the following locations / geographical territory: All client locations Signage Client will receive one free welcome kit that includes the aluminum signs and/or decal stickers necessary to complete implementation (installation not included). All signage included in the welcome kit is designed using ParkMobile's standard signage templates. Custom signage may be made available to Client for purchase at ParkMobile's current signage rates. Any requested changes to ParkMobile's standard signage templates will be treated as custom signage. Additional and/or replacement signage may be purchased by Client at ParkMobile's then-current signage rates. Installation and maintenance of all signage is Client's sole responsibility. Governing Law State of Minnesota Schedules This Agreement incorporates the following Schedules: Schedule 1: Client General Terms and Conditions; Schedule 2: Services; Schedule 3: Client Electronic Funds Authorization Form IMPLEMENTATION FEES Description Units Rate Price Implementation Fee 0 $1,000.00 $0.00 Custom Development 0 $165.00/hr $0.00 Total Implementation Fees: $0.00 ADDITIONAL FEES Call Center & Customer Support WAIVED Client Support & Maintenance WAIVED Hosting WAIVED Enforcement Portal WAIVED Reporting Portal WAIVED Marketing & Advertising WAIVED Promotional Codes $250.00 / month USER FEES On-Demand User Fee $0.40 per transaction On-Demand Event User Fee 15% per transaction Reservation User Fee 15% of parking fee “No-Charge” Reservation Service Fee $1.00 per no-charge reservation The parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date. City of Falcon Heights Parkmobile, LLC By:$docusign:SignHere::Customer1 By:$docusign:SignHere::InternalSigner1 Name:$docusign:FullName::Customer1 Name:$docusign:FullName::InternalSigner1 Title:$docusign:Title::Customer1 Title:$docusign:Title::InternalSigner1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::Customer1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::InternalSigner1 SCHEDULE 1: CLIENT GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS SERVICES 1.1 General. During the term, ParkMobile will provide the Services to Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 1.2 Launch Date. The parties will mutually agree upon the launch date for the Services. 1.3 ParkMobile Application. On and after the launch date, Client’s Parking Locations, along with associated Parking Information, will be made available to the general public through the ParkMobile Application. 1.4Parking Management Services. Subject to the license granted in Section 2, Client will be provided access to the Platform to manage Client’s Parking Locations and associated Parking Information. 1.5 Parking Locations. The parties agree that ParkMobile does not own, operate, manage, or maintain any Parking Location. Client agrees that ParkMobile is not responsible for the condition or operation of any Parking Location, including, but not limited to, the operation of third-party hardware and/or software-based solutions used by Client at the Parking Location or for the delivery and/or fulfillment of parking or other services at the Parking Location. 1.6 Publicity of Services. Each party will use commercially reasonable efforts to market the Services throughout the Term. All brochures and promotional material to be distributed by Client will be in a form mutually agreed upon by the parties, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. 1.7 Exclusivity. Throughout the term, the parties agree that ParkMobile will be the exclusive provider of electronic payment parking services for Client. 1.8 PCI DSS. ParkMobile has obtained, and will continue to maintain throughout the term, Payment Card Industry – Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) certification. 1.9Online Client General Terms & Conditions. The parties agree that this Agreement supersedes the Client General Terms and Conditions that is publicly available at https://parkmobile.io/client-terms with respect to the Services provided under this Agreement. ACCESS & USE OF PLATFORM 2.1Provision of Access. Subject to and conditioned on Client's and its Authorized Users' compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, all applicable laws and regulations, and Client’s payment of fees, ParkMobile grants Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use the Platform during the Term. Such use is limited to Client’s internal use. ParkMobile will provide Client the Access Credentials within a reasonable time following the Effective Date. 2.2Documentation License. ParkMobile hereby grants to Client a non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to use the Documentation during the Term solely for Client's internal business purposes in connection with its use of the Services. 2.3Use Restrictions. Client will not, directly or indirectly, and will not permit any third party to, access or use the Platform except as expressly permitted by this Agreement. For purposes of clarity and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Client shall not, except as this Agreement expressly permits: (a) copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Platform or Documentation, in whole or in part; (b) rent, lease, copy, lend, sell, sublicense, assign, distribute, publish, transfer, or otherwise make available the Platform or Documentation to any person or entity; (c) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, decode, adapt, or otherwise attempt to derive or gain access to any software component of the Platform, in whole or in part; (d) bypass or breach any security device or protection used by the Platform or access or use the Platform other than by an Authorized User through the use of his or her own then valid Access Credentials; (e) remove any proprietary notices from the Platform or Documentation; (f) use the Platform or Documentation in any manner or for any purpose that infringes, misappropriates, or otherwise violates any IP Right or other right of any person, or that violates any applicable law; (g) upload invalid data, malware, or other software agents through the Platform; or (h) use the Platform for any purpose beyond the scope of the access granted in this Agreement. 2.4Reservation of Rights. Nothing in this Agreement grants any right, title, or interest in or to (including any license under) any IP Rights in or relating to, the Services, whether expressly, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise. All right, title, and interest in and to the Services are and will remain with ParkMobile. 2.5Changes. ParkMobile reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to make any changes to the Services that it deems necessary or useful to: (a) maintain or enhance: (i) the quality or delivery of ParkMobile's services to its customers; (ii) the competitive strength of or market for ParkMobile's services; or (iii) the Services' cost efficiency or performance; or (b) to comply with applicable law. 2.6Suspension or Termination of Services. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, ParkMobile may suspend, terminate, or otherwise Client’s, any Authorized User’s, or any other person’s access to or use of all or any part of the Services, without incurring any resulting obligation or liability, if: (a) ParkMobile receives a judicial or other governmental demand or order, subpoena, or law enforcement request that expressly or by reasonable implication requires ParkMobile to do so; or (b) ParkMobile believes, in its good faith and sole discretion, that (i) Client or any Authorized User has failed to comply with any material term of this Agreement, or accessed or used the Services beyond the scope of the rights granted or for a purpose not authorized under this Agreement; (ii) Client or any Authorized User is, has been, or is likely to be using the Services for fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful activities; (iii) there is a threat or attack on any of the Services; (iv) Client’s or any Authorized User’s use of the Services disrupts or poses a security risk to ParkMobile or to any other client, end user, vendor or partner of ParkMobile; or (v) this Agreement expires or is terminated. This Section does not limit any of ParkMobile's other rights or remedies, whether at law, in equity, or under this Agreement. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1Use of Platform Account. Client is responsible and liable for all uses of the Platform resulting from access provided by Client, directly or indirectly, whether such access or use is permitted by or in violation of this Agreement. Client must notify ParkMobile immediately of any breach of security or unauthorized use of Client’s account. 3.2Parking Information. Client is responsible for setting all rates, zones, and other required information regarding its Parking Locations offered through the ParkMobile Application and for keeping such information up to date within the Platform. 3.3Effect of Client Failure or Delay. ParkMobile is not responsible or liable for any delay or failure of performance caused in whole or in part by Client's delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under this Agreement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT 4.1Scheduled Maintenance. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to schedule downtime for routine maintenance of the Services between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Eastern Time; however, ParkMobile may modify this window from time-to-time by providing Client with advance notice. If ParkMobile anticipates that it will need to perform maintenance activities that are likely to be disruptive to the use of the Services outside of the scheduled maintenance window, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to give Client at least 24 hours prior notice. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ParkMobile reserves the right to perform any required emergency maintenance work outside of the scheduled maintenance window. To the extent practicable, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to notify Client before commencing any emergency maintenance outside of the scheduled maintenance window and will use commercially reasonable efforts to limit or avoid impact to use of the Services. 4.2Client Support. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to assist Client with any technical support that Client may reasonably require in using the Services. ParkMobile will provide technical support for rate and configuration changes to Client Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET). For issues relating to On-Demand Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to support@parkmobile.io. For issues relating to Reservation Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to prs@parkmobile.io. ParkMobile will provide Client with emergency technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. In the event of an emergency involving technical and/or system availability issues, Client may contact the on-call engineer via email to applicationsupport@parkmobile.io. 4.3End-User Support. ParkMobile will provide customer support for ParkMobile Users 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. There are multiple methods that ParkMobile Users can access customer support, such as: ParkMobile’s online ticketing system, in-app chat feature, and toll-free phone number. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 5.1General. Neither party will disclose the other party’s Confidential Information except to its employees, affiliates, agents, or professional advisors (“Representatives”) who need to know it and who have a legal obligation to keep it confidential. The receiving party will use the disclosing party’s Confidential Information only to exercise rights and fulfill obligations under this Agreement. The receiving party will ensure that its Representatives are also subject to the same non-disclosure and use obligations. The receiving party may disclose the other party's Confidential Information when required by law after giving reasonable notice to the disclosing party, if permitted by law. 5.2Personal Data. In the event a party discloses Personal Data to the other party, the receiving party will have the right to use the Personal Data only as required and necessary to perform its obligations under this Agreement. 5.3Records Access. ParkMobile shall provide Client access to any books, documents, papers, and records which are directly pertinent to the specific contract, for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and transcriptions, for six (6) years after final payment and other pending matters related to this Agreement are closed. The six (6) year retention period shall be extended for additional periods if required for Clinet compliance with state or federal auditing or data practices requirements. 5.4Data Practices. ParkMobile must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as it applies to (1) all data provided by the Client pursuant to this Agreement, and (2) all data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by ParkMobile pursuant to this Agreement. ParkMobile is subject to all provisions of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, including but not limited to the civil remedies of Minnesota Statues Section 13.08, as if it were a government entity. In the event ParkMobile receives a formal request to release data pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, ParkMobile will immediately notify Client. Client will give ParkMobile instructions concerning the release of data to the requesting party before the data is released. ParkMobile agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold Client, its officials, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers harmless from any claims resulting from ParkMobile’s officers’, agents’, owners’, partners’, employees’, volunteers’, assignees’, or subcontractors’ unlawful disclosure and/or use of protected data. The terms of this section shall survive the cancellation and termination of this Agreement. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP 6.1Client Data. Client Data remains the sole and exclusive property of Client. Client grants ParkMobile a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use Client Data in connection with the Services. 6.2Client Brand Features. Client grants to ParkMobile a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display Client’s Brand Features in connection with providing and/or marketing the Services. ParkMobile will not make any use of Client’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.3ParkMobile IP. Client acknowledges that, as between Client and ParkMobile, ParkMobile owns all right, title, and interest, including all IP Rights, in and to the Services, including but not limited to the ParkMobile Application and the Platform. 6.4ParkMobile Brand Features. ParkMobile grants to Client a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display ParkMobile’s Brand Features in connection with the Services, subject to ParkMobile’s Brand Guidelines available at https://parkmobile.io/company/parkmobile-media-assets/logos/. Client will not make any use of ParkMobile’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.5ParkMobile User Data. ParkMobile User Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile may sublicense certain ParkMobile User Data to Client upon Client’s execution of ParkMobile’s Data Protection Agreement. Client will not, directly or <indirectly: (i) sell or resell ParkMobile User Data in any capacity or form; (ii) create any derivative work using ParkMobile User Data; or (iii) use ParkMobile User Data for purposes other than those specifically allowed in this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties acknowledge and agree that ParkMobile will not sublicense or provide any PCI Data to Client. 6.6Resultant Data. Resultant Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile grants Client a revocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-assignable, non-transferable license to applicable Resultant Data for the duration of the term only for Client’s internal use in connection with the Services. 6.7Reservation of Rights. ParkMobile reserves all rights not expressly granted to Client in this Agreement. Except for the limited rights and licenses expressly granted under this Agreement, nothing in this Agreement grants, by implication, waiver, estoppel, or otherwise, to Client or any third party any IP Rights or other right, title, or interest in or to the ParkMobile Application and/or the Platform. FEES AND PAYMENT 7.1Fees. Client shall pay ParkMobile the fees set forth in the Agreement that incorporates these Client General Terms & Conditions ("Fees") in accordance with this Section 7. 7.2Payment Terms. The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. On or before the 15th day of each month, ParkMobile will disburse to Client all parking fees ParkMobile received during the preceding month from ParkMobile Users on behalf of Client as a direct result of this Agreement, less any amounts owed to ParkMobile. 7.3Taxes. All fees and other amounts payable by Client under this Agreement are exclusive of taxes and similar assessments. Without limiting the foregoing, Client is responsible for all sales, use, and excise taxes, and any other similar taxes, duties, and charges of any kind imposed by any federal, state, or local governmental or regulatory authority on any amounts payable by Client hereunder, other than any taxes imposed on ParkMobile’s income. 7.4Reserved. 7.5No Deductions or Setoffs. All amounts payable to ParkMobile under this Agreement shall be paid by Client to ParkMobile in full without any setoff, recoupment, counterclaim, deduction, debit, or withholding for any reason (other than any deduction or withholding of tax as may be required by applicable law). 7.6Fee Increases. Beginning on the first anniversary of the Effective Date and continuing annually thereafter on a compounding basis, fees shall increase by ten percent (10%) or the percentage equal to the average increase in all items under the Consumer Price Index over the prior 12-month period, whichever is greater. Based on this criteria, fees shall then round up to the nearest two (2) decimal places. This change will take effect without prior notice to Client. 7.7Limited Payment Agent. Client appoints ParkMobile as its agent for the limited purpose of receiving, holding, and settling payments made by ParkMobile Users to Client in connection with the Services. Client acknowledges and agrees that receipt of payment from ParkMobile Users in connection with the Services by ParkMobile shall be deemed the same as receipt by Client itself. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES 8.1Mutual. Each party represents, warrants and covenants to the other party that: (a) it is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing as a corporation or other legal entity under the laws of the jurisdiction of its incorporation or other organization; (b) it has the full right, power, and authority to enter into and perform its obligations and grant the rights, licenses, consents, and authorizations it grants or is required to grant under this Agreement; (c) the representative that is executing this Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary corporate or organizational action of such party; and (d) when executed and delivered by both parties, this Agreement will constitute the legal, valid, and binding obligation of such party, enforceable against such party in accordance with its terms. 8.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile represents, warrants, and covenants to Client that ParkMobile will perform the Services using personnel of required skill, experience, and qualifications and in a professional and workmanlike manner in accordance with generally recognized industry standards for similar services and will devote adequate resources to meet its obligations under this Agreement. 8.3Disclaimers. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN SECTION 8.1 AND SECTION 8.2, ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” PARKMOBILE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PARKMOBILE DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCTS OR RESULTS OF THE USE THEREOF WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. PARKMOBILE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, SERVICE FAILURES, OR OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN USE OF THE INTERNET AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS. INDEMNIFICATION 9.1Mutual. Each party will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) ("Losses") incurred as a result from any third-party claim, suit, action, or proceeding ("Third-Party Claim") to the extent it arises from a breach of the indemnifying party's representations and warranties under this Agreement. 9.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third-Party Claim that the Platform or any use of the Platform in accordance with this Agreement, infringes or misappropriates such third party’s IP Rights, provided that Client promptly notifies ParkMobile in writing of the claim, cooperates with ParkMobile, and allows ParkMobile sole authority to control the defense and settlement of such claim. 9.3Client. Client will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ParkMobile from and against any and all Losses incurred by ParkMobile resulting from any Third-Party Claim arising out of Client’s disclosure or use of ParkMobile User Data in violation of this Agreement. 9.4Mitigation. If any of the Services are claimed to, or in ParkMobile’s opinion are likely to, infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any third-party IP Rights, or if Client’s use of the Services is enjoined or threatened to be enjoined, ParkMobile may, at its option and sole cost and expense: (a) obtain the right for Client to continue to use the Services as contemplated by this Agreement; (b) modify or replace the Services, in whole or in part, to seek to make the Services (as so modified or replaced) non-infringing, while providing equivalent features and functionality, in which case such modifications or replacements will constitute the Services, as applicable, under this Agreement; or (c) by written notice to Client, terminate this Agreement and require Client to immediately cease any use of the Services. 9.5Sole Remedy. THIS SECTION 9 SETS FORTH CLIENT’S SOLE REMEDIES AND PARKMOBILE’S SOLE LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION FOR ANY ACTUAL, THREATENED, OR ALLEGED CLAIMS THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT INFRINGES, MISAPPROPRIATES, OR OTHERWISE VIOLATES ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES 10.1Exclusion of Damages. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL PARKMOBILE OR ANY OF ITS LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT OR ITS SUBJECT MATTER UNDER ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, AND OTHERWISE, FOR ANY: (A) LOSS OF PRODUCTION, USE, BUSINESS, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE; (B) IMPAIRMENT, INABILITY TO USE OR LOSS, INTERRUPTION, OR DELAY OF THE SERVICES; (C) LOSS, DAMAGE, CORRUPTION, OR RECOVERY OF DATA, OR BREACH OF DATA OR SYSTEM SECURITY; (D) COST OF REPLACEMENT GOODS OR SERVICES; (E) LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION; OR (F) CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL, ENHANCED, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH PERSONS WERE ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES OR SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES WERE OTHERWISE FORESEEABLE, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.2Reserved. 10.3Exceptions. The exclusions and limitations in Section 10.1 and Section 10.2 do not apply to ParkMobile's obligations under Section 9 or liability for ParkMobile's gross negligence or willful misconduct. INSURANCE ParkMobile, at its expense, shall procure and maintain in force for the duration of this Agreement the following minimum insurance coverages: General Liability. ParkMobile agrees to maintain commercial general liability insurance in a minimum amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The policy shall cover liability arising from premises, operations, products completed operations, personal injury, advertising injury, and contractually assumed liability. Client shall be endorsed as additional insured. Automobile Liability. If ParkMobile operates a motor vehicle in performing the Services under this Agreement, ParkMobile shall maintain commercial automobile liability insurance, including owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles, with a minimum liability limit of $1,000,000 combined single limit. Workers’ Compensation. ParkMobile agrees to provide workers’ compensation insurance for all its employees in accordance with the statutory requirements of the State of Minnesota. ParkMobile shall also carry employers liability coverage with minimum limits are as follows: $500,000 – Bodily Injury by Disease per employee $500,000 – Bodily Injury by Disease aggregate $500,000 – Bodily Injury by Accident ParkMobile shall, prior to commencing the Services, deliver to the Client a Certificate of Insurance as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect. The insurance requirements may be met through any combination of primary and umbrella/excess insurance. All insurance shall be provided on an occurrence basis and not on a claims-made basis, except professional liability insurance or other coverage not reasonably available on an occurrence basis; provided that all such claims-made coverage is subject to the approval of the Client. All insurance limits of any policy in excess of the minimum limits shall be available to the Client. All policies, except professional liability, shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the Client, including its elected and appointed officials, employees, and agents for losses arising from activities under this Agreement. Deductibles and self-insured retentions in excess of $50,000 must be declared to and approved by Client. Client may require ParkMobile to provide proof of ability to pay losses and related expenses within the deductible and retention. ParkMobile’s policies shall be the primary insurance to any other valid and collectible insurance available to the Client with respect to any claim arising out of ParkMobile’s performance under this Agreement. ParkMobile,’s policies and Certificate of Insurance shall contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policies shall not be cancelled without at least thirty (30) days advanced written notice to the Client, or ten (10) days’ written notice for nonpayment of premium. ParkMobile,shall obtain insurance policies from insurance companies having an “AM BEST” rating of A- (minus); Financial Size Category (FSC) VII or better, and authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota, or as approved by Client. Failure to maintain required insurance coverage may result in suspension of work or termination of this Agreement. Please review these requirements with your insurance agent or broker for assurance that the mandatory types and limits of insurance coverages are in place. Client’s failure to approve or disapprove ParkMobile ’s policies or certificates shall not relieve ParkMobile, of full responsibility to maintain the required insurance.< All insurance policies must be open to inspection by the Client, and copies of policies must be submitted to the Client’s authorized representative upon written request. If the coverage period shown on ParkMobile's current certificate(s) of insurance ends during the duration of this Agreement, ParkMobile must, prior to the end of the coverage period, obtain a new certificate of insurance showing that coverage is in effect. No representation is made that the minimum insurance requirements are sufficient to cover the obligations of ParkMobile,under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s insurance shall not limit its indemnification obligation to the Client under this Agreement. GENERAL TERMS 12.1Assignment. Neither party shall assign or otherwise transfer any of its rights, or delegate or otherwise transfer any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement, in each case whether voluntary, involuntarily, by operation of law, or otherwise, without the other party’s prior written consent. No assignment, delegation, or transfer by one party will relieve the other party of any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement. Any purported assignment, delegation, or transfer in violation of this Section 12.1 is void. This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns. 12.2Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds any term or provision of this Agreement to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement will remain in effect. 12.3Headings. The headings in this Agreement are for reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. 12.4Notices. Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement must be in writing and will be deemed received by the addressee: (a) when received, if delivered by hand with signed confirmation of receipt; (b) when received, if sent by a nationally recognized overnight courier, signature required; (c) when sent, if by email (with confirmation of transmission), if sent during the addressee’s normal business hours, and on the next business day, if sent after the addressee’s normal business hours; and (d) on the third business day after the date mailed by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Notices must be sent to the attention of the respective party's legal department at the address set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as either party may specific in writing. Any notice permitted or required under this Agreement that is sent to ParkMobile shall also be sent via email to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. 12.5Governing Law. This Agreement and all related documents, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, whether sounding in contract, tort, or statute are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Minnesota, United States of America (including its statutes of limitations). 12.6Amendment; Waivers. Any amendment must be in writing, signed by both parties, and expressly state that it is amending this Agreement. No waiver by any party will be effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by the party so waiving. No terms or conditions stated in a Client purchase order, vendor onboarding process or web portal, or any other Client order documentation shall be incorporated into or form any part of this Agreement, and all such terms or conditions shall be null and void, notwithstanding any language to the contrary therein, whether signed before or after this Agreement. 12.7Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any other documents incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. 12.8Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no third-party beneficiaries under this Agreement. 12.9Force Majeure. Neither party will be liable to the other for any delay or failure to perform any obligation under this Agreement (except for a failure to pay Fees) if the delay or failure results from any cause beyond such party’s reasonable control, including acts of God, labor disputes or other industrial disturbances, systemic electrical, telecommunications, or other utility failures, earthquakes, storms or other elements of nature, pandemics, blockages, embargoes, riots, acts or orders of government, acts of terrorism, or war. 12.10Independent Contractors. The parties to this Agreement are independent contractors. The parties do not intend, and nothing in this Agreement should be construed, to create or enter into any partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, agency, or similar relationship. Neither party has the power to bind the other or incur obligations on the other party’s behalf without the other party’s prior written consent. 12.11Export Control. Client will comply with all export and import laws and regulations of the United States and other applicable jurisdictions. Without limiting the foregoing, Client: (i) represents and warrants that it is not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties or located (or a national of) a country that is subject to a U.S. government embargo or that has been designated by the U.S. government as a “terrorist supporting” country; (ii) will not (and will not permit any third parties to) access or use any Service in violation of any U.S. export embargo, prohibition or restriction, and (iii) will not submit to any Service any information that is controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulation. 12.12Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or rule requiring construction or interpretation against the party drafting an instrument or causing any instrument to be drafted. The Schedules referred to herein shall be construed with, and as an integral part of, this Agreement to the same extent as if they were set forth verbatim herein. 12.13Counterparts. The parties may execute this Agreement in counterparts, including PDF and other electronic copies, which taken together will constitute one instrument. DEFINITIONS "Access Credentials" means any user name, identification number, password, license or security key, security token, PIN, or other security code, method, technology, or device, used alone or in combination, to verify an individual's identity and authorization to access and use the Platform. "Authorized User" means Client's employee, consultant, contractor, and agent who is authorized by Client to access and use the Platform under the rights granted to Client pursuant to this Agreement. "Brand Features" means a party’s trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, and other distinctive brand features. "Client Data" means any data specific to Client’s operation that is provided by Client to ParkMobile to be used in the provision of Services that is not available to ParkMobile publicly or by other means. "Confidential Information" means information that one party (or an affiliate) discloses to the other party under this Agreement, and that is marked as confidential or would normally be considered confidential information under the circumstances. It does not include information that is independently developed by the recipient, is rightfully given to the recipient by a third party without confidentiality obligations or becomes public through no fault of the recipient. "Documentation" means any manuals, instructions, or other documents or materials that ParkMobile provides or makes available to Client in any form or medium and which describe the functionality, components, features, or requirements of the Services. "IP Rights" means any and all registered and unregistered rights granted, applied for, or otherwise now or hereafter in existence under or related to any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, database protection, or other intellectual property rights laws, and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection, in any part of the world. "Parking Information" means parking zones, parking rates, parking restrictions, selected payment methods, and other information necessary for the provision of the Services for a specific Parking Location. "Parking Location" means the location or locations of Client’s on-street parking, off-street parking, reservation parking, parking lots, parking decks, permitted parking, and other facilities where ParkMobile Users may park. "ParkMobile Application" means any and all mobile and/or web applications, services, or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile and that are made available to the general public and that facilities the payment of parking transactions. "ParkMobile User" means an end user that uses the ParkMobile Application. "ParkMobile User Data" means information, data, and other content, in any form or media, that is submitted, posted, or otherwise transmitted by or on behalf of a ParkMobile User, directly or indirectly, through the ParkMobile Application. "PCI Data" means, as applicable, payment card number, cardholder name, expiration date, card verification code or value, service code, and/or security-related information used to authenticate cardholders and/or authorize payment card transactions "Personal Data" means (i) any information about an identified or identifiable individual; or (ii) information that is not specifically about an identifiable individual but, when combined with other information, may identify an individual. Personal Data includes names, email addresses, postal addresses, telephone numbers, government identification numbers, financial account numbers, payment card information, license plate information, online identifiers (including IP addresses and cookie identifiers), network and hardware identifiers, geolocation information, and any information that constitutes “personal data” or “personal information” within the meaning of any relevant and applicable data privacy or protection laws. "Platform" means access-controlled mobile and/or web applications, services or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile that are made available to Client to administer, configure, manage and/or monitor parking sessions, parking rates, and/or parking restrictions associated with Client’s Parking Locations. "Resultant Data" means data and information related to Client’s, Authorized Users' and/or ParkMobile Users' use of the Services that is used by ParkMobile in an aggregate and anonymized manner, including to compile statistical and performance information related to the provision and operation of the Services. "Services" means the ParkMobile Application, the Platform, and all other services provided by ParkMobile under this Agreement. SCHEDULE 2: SERVICES ON-DEMAND PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for on-demand parking using the ParkMobile Application (“On-Demand Parking”). ParkMobile Users may begin and, if applicable, end a parking transaction in a variety of ways: (1) visiting https://app.parkmobile.io; (2) calling ParkMobile’s IVR System, or (3) using the ParkMobile Application. In order to register with ParkMobile and begin a parking session, a consumer simply provide ParkMobile with the information required by ParkMobile to create an account, including payment method information and license plate number. Thereafter, subsequent parking sessions only require the ParkMobile User to enter or select the applicable parking duration available for the applicable location. The parking zone code of the Client parking areas are indicated on parking signs or on parking meters. Enforcers of the Client check the validity of parking status real time against the Platform via a web service offering, provided as part of the Services, to determine if a valid parking right exists. This information can be accessed by using a handheld terminal, mobile device or personal digital assistant (PDA). ParkMobile does not provide or pay for Client’s use of handheld terminals, mobile devices or PDAs for enforcement or any data plans or other items needed for communication between such items and the Services. At their option, ParkMobile Users will receive parking alert services from ParkMobile via SMS, ParkMobile Application push notification or email. The ParkMobile User may be notified, for example, when parked for an extended period of time or when the maximum parking time nears expiration. ParkMobile Users can use On-Demand Parking anywhere the Services are available. All parking charges are automatically charged to the ParkMobile User’s payment method, and ParkMobile Users have real time access to an online account-based personal page accessible from https://app.parkmobile.io to access and print parking history, receipts, and statements. RESERVATION PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for reservation parking using the ParkMobile Application (“Reservation Parking”). For each Parking Location that the parties agree to on-board for Reservation Parking Services, ParkMobile shall make the Parking Location's parking inventory available for sale through the ParkMobile Application and shall market and advertise such availability. The number of parking spaces and corresponding reservation periods and parking rates making up the parking inventory shall be specified by Client and may be altered by Client at any time for unreserved parking inventory. Responsibilities of Client. In order for ParkMobile to provide Reservation Parking Services, Client shall maintain an agreed upon number of parking spaces or transportation services at the Parking Location which shall be maintained at all times unless ParkMobile is notified otherwise in writing by Client. If access to the Parking Location is denied for any reason other than a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, Client agrees to forfeit its share of the applicable parking fee and authorizes ParkMobile to refund the entire Parking Fee to the ParkMobile User. If access to the Parking Location is denied because of a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, no Parking Fees will be refunded to the ParkMobile User. Client shall promote and market the Services through mutually agreed upon methods which shall include: a persistent, prominent “call to action” link/button on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) that directs users to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile (e.g. a “Reserve Parking Now” button); Embedded content on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) describing why and how to reserve parking through ParkMobile (e.g. FAQs, videos, etc.), such content to be provided by ParkMobile; and mentions in emails promoting the Parking Location, including “know before you go” emails, all of which shall include a “call to action” to reserve event parking and link to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile. Client agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain for ParkMobile a license to use photo and video assets of the Parking Location (where Client is not the Parking Location owner) and any tenants of a Parking Location in connection with ParkMobile’s marketing of the Services as available at such Parking Location. SCHEDULE 3: Client ELECTRONIC FUNDS AUTHORIZATION FORM This form authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to make payment to a business electronically. All payments will be paid in the account designated by the voided check or bank letter attached to this form once it has been verified by ParkMobile, LLC via telephone call, otherwise a check will be issued to the address on file. It is the responsibility of the client to notify ParkMobile, LLC of any changes pertinent to electronic payments, such as changes in banking information or email address. PAYEE/CLIENT INFORMATION CLIENT NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE NUMBER: VERIFICATION CALL BACK CONTACT PERSON: VERIFICATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: PRIMARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SECONDARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SIGNATURE & TITLE OF AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL: FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INFORMATION BANK NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: NINE DIGIT ROUTING TRANSIT NUMBER: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT TITLE: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT NUMBER: TYPE OF ACCOUNT: PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH A VOIDED CHECK OR BANK LETTER TO VERIFY THE ABOVE ACCOUNT INFORMATION This authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to send credit entries (and appropriate debit and adjustment entries), electronically or by any other commercially accepted method, to the account indicated above and to other accounts specified by Client in the future (the “Account”). This authorizes the financial institution holding the Account to post all such entries. This authorization will be in effect until ParkMobile receives a written termination notice from Client and has a reasonable opportunity to act on it. ParkMobile Service Agreement DRAFT PSA-LFPage 2 of 3 rev. 09/22 235208v1 235208v1 235208v1 Is this something the City is okay with? 20250319115351,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_43.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I've got it. I'll review and get back to you soon. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Wed, Mar 19, 2025, 8:22 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Attached is the revised contract with our attorney edits. Please review with your legal team and let us know if the changes are acceptable. Sincerely, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, March 7, 2025 9:32 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I'll be there! Great news on the contract front. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Mar 7, 2025, 9:31 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I hope all is well! Our City Attorney is still working through the contract, and once I have the revisions I will get you a copy for your legal team. We have a public hearing at on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM to discuss the issue. Is there a chance you or someone from ParkMobile could be in attendance at the meeting? We'll handle the presentation, but it would be good for technical assistance on very specific questions. We could set up a call in advance of the meeting to discuss more. Thank you, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West%0D%0A+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,%0D%0A+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 3:35 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250319161506,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org, Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu_44.eml Hello, Sorry for the late email-- bit of a crazy day here with our annual audit going on the next few days. Powerpoint looks great! We put together an updated map, which I included in to the powerpoint for tonight as a graphic swap out. We'll continue to check this graphic before next Wednesday to ensure it is accurate. I took Paula's suggestions and added some of my own clarifications, primarily narrowing down that it isn't all of NE Quad/Northome, but the non-hydrant side of streets where State Fair parking is currently allowed. We can revise further and talk tonight. Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 6:10 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: updated materials for W discussion Looking good! Some comments. Parking ambassadors or community ambassadors? Primary role is to monitor parking compliance, contact SAVPD if ticketing is needed. Checking compliance needs to included in job description in slide, and definitely needs to be included in job description. And should job title be descriptive for posting job? Ambassador implies greeter, which is more of a secondary role. I don't think we can or should say hire youth. Thinking is to hire adults 18 or older because of risk of confrontation. Resident pass is the term made up for the code at the joint workshop. Is using the word pass confusing? Does it imply you're getting a physical object? Residents are being assigned/given a code good for 12 days of free parking. I don't think it's been fully determined hang tag versus code for residents who currently receive a permit. I'd leave that for staff to decide. Does it need to be decided by March 26? Someone in a permitted area may ask. How is handicapped parking been handled other years? Are any areas currently identified as handicap parking? I can't think of any. There is a typo in ParkMobile on slide 4 or so. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 3:08 PM To: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: updated materials for W discussion Hi,PThat p Here's another version of the presentation, after getting feedback from several people. I believe that the presentation encompasses all of the points of agreement that were summarized at the joint workshop meeting, and incorporates comments on that from Council. We had several issues that were left un-resolved at the joint Council/SFTF workshop and I am listing these below. I suggest that we make these an explicit part of the agenda for discussion on Wednesday. We could first ask if they have to be addressed before the public hearing and if so, what we recommend to Council. The points for continued discussion were: * How will resident passes be distributed? What are the stresses on staff and how might those be minimized? * Do we need a cap on the number of resident passes? * Do residents in some apartments or townhomes that are not on affected streets need an opportunity to obtain a resident pass? If so, how might we identify and communicate with those residents? * Some residents (e.g., with disabilities), may encounter difficulties with the system. How might those be accomodated? E.g. put out handicapped signs to make a spot in front of their house. Good to work with you! Georgiana State Fair E-Meter Parking Map Updated March 2025 Note - Parking within 30' of a stop sign or in front of a driveway is never permitted and will result in a fine or towing. Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive and they need a place to park Rationale for e-parking program NO e-parking YES e-parking Streets full of parking Streets full of parking $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Parking Ambassadors Zone 23456 Zone 26543 Zone 25634</a:t Overview of the e-parking program Provides temporary e-meter parking. 1.5 million users in MN. Provides signs for affected areas, we distribute them. Provides software and account management team. Trains staff and Parking Ambassadors on software. Returns $20 per vehicle to Falcon Heights. Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. Overview of the e-parking program Each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. Visitors buy their parking spot per day. Signs, software, and training for staff will be provided by ParkMobile. Parking Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. We expect to generate $100,000 – 200,000 in new revenue. Pay Parking Ambassadors – employment opportunities Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents One free resident pass, good for 12 days of State Fair Park in your zone NOT a reserved slot – get out early! No change to current State Fair Parking Permits for addresses that received a permit in 2024. For Northeast and Northome residents For St. Anthony Police Department (SAPD) and FH Staff SAPD will: Issue parking tickets. Fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles causing safety and access violations will be towed. Falcon Heights staff will: Issue resident passes and enter data into the ParkMobile system. May hire part-time additional assistance. Will distribute the e-meter parking signs on the affected streets. Will hire and train the Parking Ambassadors. Find a parking place Find a sign Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, call a phone number. Enter license plate, pay $25 Go to State Fair, enjoy! For our visitors going to the fair FAQ Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair, and to generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. We want to be a welcoming city – does e-meter parking mean that we are not welcoming? Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and help SF goers. Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors, we still welcome them. We hope to improve Fair goers experiences – more porta-potties! How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be distributed throughout NE and NH areas. We will advertise extensively. Parking Ambassadors can help. How will parking violations be handled? St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ FAQ What areas will have e-meter parking and why? Non-fire hydrant side of Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. This will be streets where one-side State Fair parking is currently allowed. These are large, contiguous areas that are highly impacted by State Fair parking. Will the program be used full time and year-round? Focus is on the 12 days of the State Fair. May expand to the car shows in the future. Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Questions? Concerns? 20250319163107,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_45.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Ok, could you send that PP to me? For the purpose of the public hearing, the simplest possible and still communicating what is needed (still unclear to me) is best. Georgiana On Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hello, Sorry for the late email-- bit of a crazy day here with our annual audit going on the next few days. Powerpoint looks great! We put together an updated map, which I included in to the powerpoint for tonight as a graphic swap out. We'll continue to check this graphic before next Wednesday to ensure it is accurate. I took Paula's suggestions and added some of my own clarifications, primarily narrowing down that it isn't all of NE Quad/Northome, but the non-hydrant side of streets where State Fair parking is currently allowed. We can revise further and talk tonight. Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 6:10 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falco nheights.org>> Subject: Re: updated materials for W discussion Looking good! Some comments. Parking ambassadors or community ambassadors? Primary role is to monitor parking compliance, contact SAVPD if ticketing is needed. Checking compliance needs to included in job description in slide, and definitely needs to be included in job description. And should job title be descriptive for posting job? Ambassador implies greeter, which is more of a secondary role. I don't think we can or should say hire youth. Thinking is to hire adults 18 or older because of risk of confrontation. Resident pass is the term made up for the code at the joint workshop. Is using the word pass confusing? Does it imply you're getting a physical object? Residents are being assigned/given a code good for 12 days of free parking. I don't think it's been fully determined hang tag versus code for residents who currently receive a permit. I'd leave that for staff to decide. Does it need to be decided by March 26? Someone in a permitted area may ask. How is handicapped parking been handled other years? Are any areas currently identified as handicap parking? I can't think of any. There is a typo in ParkMobile on slide 4 or so. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 3:08 PM To: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconhe ights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: updated materials for W discussion Hi,PThat p Here's another version of the presentation, after getting feedback from several people. I believe that the presentation encompasses all of the points of agreement that were summarized at the joint workshop meeting, and incorporates comments on that from Council. We had several issues that were left un-resolved at the joint Council/SFTF workshop and I am listing these below. I suggest that we make these an explicit part of the agenda for discussion on Wednesday. We could first ask if they have to be addressed before the public hearing and if so, what we recommend to Council. The points for continued discussion were: * How will resident passes be distributed? What are the stresses on staff and how might those be minimized? * Do we need a cap on the number of resident passes? * Do residents in some apartments or townhomes that are not on affected streets need an opportunity to obtain a resident pass? If so, how might we identify and communicate with those residents? * Some residents (e.g., with disabilities), may encounter difficulties with the system. How might those be accomodated? E.g. put out handicapped signs to make a spot in front of their house. Good to work with you! Georgiana 20250319163341,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_46.eml Attached is the .pptx file and .pdf version. I attached the .pptx to the previous email, but it may not have gone through due to the size of the map. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 4:30 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Cc: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: updated materials for W discussion Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Ok, could you send that PP to me? For the purpose of the public hearing, the simplest possible and still communicating what is needed (still unclear to me) is best. Georgiana On Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hello, Sorry for the late email-- bit of a crazy day here with our annual audit going on the next few days. Powerpoint looks great! We put together an updated map, which I included in to the powerpoint for tonight as a graphic swap out. We'll continue to check this graphic before next Wednesday to ensure it is accurate. I took Paula's suggestions and added some of my own clarifications, primarily narrowing down that it isn't all of NE Quad/Northome, but the non-hydrant side of streets where State Fair parking is currently allowed. We can revise further and talk tonight. Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 6:10 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falco nheights.org>> Subject: Re: updated materials for W discussion Looking good! Some comments. Parking ambassadors or community ambassadors? Primary role is to monitor parking compliance, contact SAVPD if ticketing is needed. Checking compliance needs to included in job description in slide, and definitely needs to be included in job description. And should job title be descriptive for posting job? Ambassador implies greeter, which is more of a secondary role. I don't think we can or should say hire youth. Thinking is to hire adults 18 or older because of risk of confrontation. Resident pass is the term made up for the code at the joint workshop. Is using the word pass confusing? Does it imply you're getting a physical object? Residents are being assigned/given a code good for 12 days of free parking. I don't think it's been fully determined hang tag versus code for residents who currently receive a permit. I'd leave that for staff to decide. Does it need to be decided by March 26? Someone in a permitted area may ask. How is handicapped parking been handled other years? Are any areas currently identified as handicap parking? I can't think of any. There is a typo in ParkMobile on slide 4 or so. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 3:08 PM To: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconhe ights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: updated materials for W discussion Hi,PThat p Here's another version of the presentation, after getting feedback from several people. I believe that the presentation encompasses all of the points of agreement that were summarized at the joint workshop meeting, and incorporates comments on that from Council. We had several issues that were left un-resolved at the joint Council/SFTF workshop and I am listing these below. I suggest that we make these an explicit part of the agenda for discussion on Wednesday. We could first ask if they have to be addressed before the public hearing and if so, what we recommend to Council. The points for continued discussion were: * How will resident passes be distributed? What are the stresses on staff and how might those be minimized? * Do we need a cap on the number of resident passes? * Do residents in some apartments or townhomes that are not on affected streets need an opportunity to obtain a resident pass? If so, how might we identify and communicate with those residents? * Some residents (e.g., with disabilities), may encounter difficulties with the system. How might those be accomodated? E.g. put out handicapped signs to make a spot in front of their house. Good to work with you! Georgiana Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive and they need a place to park Rationale for e-parking program NO e-parking Streets full of parking $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Parking Ambassadors YES e-parking Streets full of parking Overview of the e-parking program Zone 23456 Zone 26543 Zone 25634 • Provides temporary e-meter parking. 1.5 million users in MN. • Provides signs for affected areas, we distribute them. • Provides software and account management team. • Trains staff and Parking Ambassadors on software. • Returns $20 per vehicle to Falcon Heights. • Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. Overview of the e-parking program • Each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. • Visitors buy their parking spot per day. • Signs, software, and training for staff will be provided by ParkMobile. • Parking Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. • St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. • We expect to generate $100,000 – 200,000 in new revenue. • Pay Parking Ambassadors – employment opportunities • Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents For Northeast and Northome residents • One free resident pass, good for 12 days of State Fair • Park in your zone • NOT a reserved slot – get out early! • No change to current State Fair Parking Permits for addresses that received a permit in 2024. For St. Anthony Police Department (SAPD) and FH Staff SAPD will: • Issue parking tickets. Fines double during the State Fair. • Vehicles causing safety and access violations will be towed. Falcon Heights staff will: • Issue resident passes and enter data into the ParkMobile system. • May hire part-time additional assistance. • Will distribute the e-meter parking signs on the affected streets. • Will hire and train the Parking Ambassadors. For our visitors going to the fair • Find a parking place • Find a sign • Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, call a phone number. • Enter license plate, pay $25 • Go to State Fair, enjoy! FAQ • Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? • To help cover costs of hosting the Fair, and to generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. • We want to be a welcoming city – does e-meter parking mean that we are not welcoming? • Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and help SF goers. • Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors, we still welcome them. • We hope to improve Fair goers experiences – more porta-potties! FAQ • How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? • ParkMobile provides many signs which will be distributed throughout NE and NH areas. • We will advertise extensively. • Parking Ambassadors can help. • How will parking violations be handled? • St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. • Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ • What areas will have e-meter parking and why? • Non-fire hydrant side of Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. This will be streets where one-side State Fair parking is currently allowed. • These are large, contiguous areas that are highly impacted by State Fair parking. • Will the program be used full time and year-round? • Focus is on the 12 days of the State Fair. • May expand to the car shows in the future. Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Questions? Concerns? Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive and they need a place to park Rationale for e-parking program NO e-parking YES e-parking Streets full of parking Streets full of parking $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Parking Ambassadors Zone 23456 Zone 26543 Zone 25634</a:t Overview of the e-parking program Provides temporary e-meter parking. 1.5 million users in MN. Provides signs for affected areas, we distribute them. Provides software and account management team. Trains staff and Parking Ambassadors on software. Returns $20 per vehicle to Falcon Heights. Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. Overview of the e-parking program Each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. Visitors buy their parking spot per day. Signs, software, and training for staff will be provided by ParkMobile. Parking Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. We expect to generate $100,000 – 200,000 in new revenue. Pay Parking Ambassadors – employment opportunities Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents One free resident pass, good for 12 days of State Fair Park in your zone NOT a reserved slot – get out early! No change to current State Fair Parking Permits for addresses that received a permit in 2024. For Northeast and Northome residents For St. Anthony Police Department (SAPD) and FH Staff SAPD will: Issue parking tickets. Fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles causing safety and access violations will be towed. Falcon Heights staff will: Issue resident passes and enter data into the ParkMobile system. May hire part-time additional assistance. Will distribute the e-meter parking signs on the affected streets. Will hire and train the Parking Ambassadors. Find a parking place Find a sign Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, call a phone number. Enter license plate, pay $25 Go to State Fair, enjoy! For our visitors going to the fair FAQ Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair, and to generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. We want to be a welcoming city – does e-meter parking mean that we are not welcoming? Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and help SF goers. Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors, we still welcome them. We hope to improve Fair goers experiences – more porta-potties! How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be distributed throughout NE and NH areas. We will advertise extensively. Parking Ambassadors can help. How will parking violations be handled? St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ FAQ What areas will have e-meter parking and why? Non-fire hydrant side of Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. This will be streets where one-side State Fair parking is currently allowed. These are large, contiguous areas that are highly impacted by State Fair parking. Will the program be used full time and year-round? Focus is on the 12 days of the State Fair. May expand to the car shows in the future. Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Questions? Concerns? 20250319163428,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_47.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. ahah, I see that it was attached. Georgiana On Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hello, Sorry for the late email-- bit of a crazy day here with our annual audit going on the next few days. Powerpoint looks great! We put together an updated map, which I included in to the powerpoint for tonight as a graphic swap out. We'll continue to check this graphic before next Wednesday to ensure it is accurate. I took Paula's suggestions and added some of my own clarifications, primarily narrowing down that it isn't all of NE Quad/Northome, but the non-hydrant side of streets where State Fair parking is currently allowed. We can revise further and talk tonight. Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 6:10 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falco nheights.org>> Subject: Re: updated materials for W discussion Looking good! Some comments. Parking ambassadors or community ambassadors? Primary role is to monitor parking compliance, contact SAVPD if ticketing is needed. Checking compliance needs to included in job description in slide, and definitely needs to be included in job description. And should job title be descriptive for posting job? Ambassador implies greeter, which is more of a secondary role. I don't think we can or should say hire youth. Thinking is to hire adults 18 or older because of risk of confrontation. Resident pass is the term made up for the code at the joint workshop. Is using the word pass confusing? Does it imply you're getting a physical object? Residents are being assigned/given a code good for 12 days of free parking. I don't think it's been fully determined hang tag versus code for residents who currently receive a permit. I'd leave that for staff to decide. Does it need to be decided by March 26? Someone in a permitted area may ask. How is handicapped parking been handled other years? Are any areas currently identified as handicap parking? I can't think of any. There is a typo in ParkMobile on slide 4 or so. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 3:08 PM To: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconhe ights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: updated materials for W discussion Hi,PThat p Here's another version of the presentation, after getting feedback from several people. I believe that the presentation encompasses all of the points of agreement that were summarized at the joint workshop meeting, and incorporates comments on that from Council. We had several issues that were left un-resolved at the joint Council/SFTF workshop and I am listing these below. I suggest that we make these an explicit part of the agenda for discussion on Wednesday. We could first ask if they have to be addressed before the public hearing and if so, what we recommend to Council. The points for continued discussion were: * How will resident passes be distributed? What are the stresses on staff and how might those be minimized? * Do we need a cap on the number of resident passes? * Do residents in some apartments or townhomes that are not on affected streets need an opportunity to obtain a resident pass? If so, how might we identify and communicate with those residents? * Some residents (e.g., with disabilities), may encounter difficulties with the system. How might those be accomodated? E.g. put out handicapped signs to make a spot in front of their house. Good to work with you! Georgiana 20250319165128,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_48.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, I got it thanks. Didn't see them at first. I incorporated the changes and did some additional minor editing, I think we are good to go for a start. Georgiana On Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 4:33 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Attached is the .pptx file and .pdf version. I attached the .pptx to the previous email, but it may not have gone through due to the size of the map. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 4:30 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: updated materials for W discussion Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Ok, could you send that PP to me? For the purpose of the public hearing, the simplest possible and still communicating what is needed (still unclear to me) is best. Georgiana On Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hello, Sorry for the late email-- bit of a crazy day here with our annual audit going on the next few days. Powerpoint looks great! We put together an updated map, which I included in to the powerpoint for tonight as a graphic swap out. We'll continue to check this graphic before next Wednesday to ensure it is accurate. I took Paula's suggestions and added some of my own clarifications, primarily narrowing down that it isn't all of NE Quad/Northome, but the non-hydrant side of streets where State Fair parking is currently allowed. We can revise further and talk tonight. Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 6:10 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falco nheights.org>> Subject: Re: updated materials for W discussion Looking good! Some comments. Parking ambassadors or community ambassadors? Primary role is to monitor parking compliance, contact SAVPD if ticketing is needed. Checking compliance needs to included in job description in slide, and definitely needs to be included in job description. And should job title be descriptive for posting job? Ambassador implies greeter, which is more of a secondary role. I don't think we can or should say hire youth. Thinking is to hire adults 18 or older because of risk of confrontation. Resident pass is the term made up for the code at the joint workshop. Is using the word pass confusing? Does it imply you're getting a physical object? Residents are being assigned/given a code good for 12 days of free parking. I don't think it's been fully determined hang tag versus code for residents who currently receive a permit. I'd leave that for staff to decide. Does it need to be decided by March 26? Someone in a permitted area may ask. How is handicapped parking been handled other years? Are any areas currently identified as handicap parking? I can't think of any. There is a typo in ParkMobile on slide 4 or so. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 3:08 PM To: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconhe ights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: updated materials for W discussion Hi,PThat p Here's another version of the presentation, after getting feedback from several people. I believe that the presentation encompasses all of the points of agreement that were summarized at the joint workshop meeting, and incorporates comments on that from Council. We had several issues that were left un-resolved at the joint Council/SFTF workshop and I am listing these below. I suggest that we make these an explicit part of the agenda for discussion on Wednesday. We could first ask if they have to be addressed before the public hearing and if so, what we recommend to Council. The points for continued discussion were: * How will resident passes be distributed? What are the stresses on staff and how might those be minimized? * Do we need a cap on the number of resident passes? * Do residents in some apartments or townhomes that are not on affected streets need an opportunity to obtain a resident pass? If so, how might we identify and communicate with those residents? * Some residents (e.g., with disabilities), may encounter difficulties with the system. How might those be accomodated? E.g. put out handicapped signs to make a spot in front of their house. Good to work with you! Georgiana 20250320105650,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_50.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's the updated contract w/ our attorney's redlines. It may be best from here to have the attorneys connect directly to work out any details. Let me know if you all are available for a meeting. Best, Rob On Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 11:53 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: I've got it. I'll review and get back to you soon. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Wed, Mar 19, 2025, 8:22 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Attached is the revised contract with our attorney edits. Please review with your legal team and let us know if the changes are acceptable. Sincerely, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, March 7, 2025 9:32 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I'll be there! Great news on the contract front. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Mar 7, 2025, 9:31 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I hope all is well! Our City Attorney is still working through the contract, and once I have the revisions I will get you a copy for your legal team. We have a public hearing at on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM to discuss the issue. Is there a chance you or someone from ParkMobile could be in attendance at the meeting? We'll handle the presentation, but it would be good for technical assistance on very specific questions. We could set up a call in advance of the meeting to discuss more. Thank you, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West%0D%0A+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,%0D%0A+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 3:35 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] This ParkMobile Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Parkmobile, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, with offices at 1100 Spring St. NW, Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 (“ParkMobile”) and City of Falcon Heights, a Minnesota municipality, with offices at 2077 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 (“Client”). This Agreement will become effective as of the last signature date below (the “Effective Date”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements set forth in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: PARTY CONTACTS Client ParkMobile Legal Name: City of Falcon Heights Legal Name: Parkmobile, LLC Contact: Sales Rep: Rob Stephens Email: Email: Rob.Stephens@parkmobile.io Phone: Phone: 531-229-6942 Address: Address: City of Falcon Heights 2077 Larpenteur Ave W Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Parkmobile, LLC 1100 Spring St. NWSte 200 Atlanta, GA 30309 For legal notices: with a copy to ParkMobile’s Legal Department at the above address and to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. SERVICE TERMS Services ParkMobile will provide Client with the Services related to the following types of parking transactions: On-Demand, Reservations Initial Term 3 years beginning on the Effective Date Renewal This Agreement will automatically renew for additional successive one (1) year terms unless earlier terminated pursuant to this Agreement's express provisions or either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days before the end of the then-current term (each a "Renewal Term" and, collectively, together with the Initial Term, the "Term"). Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement effective immediately on written notice to the other party, if the breaching party materially breaches this Agreement, and such breach: (i) is incapable of cure; or (ii) being capable of cure, remains uncured thirty (30) days after the non-breaching party provides the breaching party with written notice of such breach. Merchant of Record The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. ParkMobile will remit any amounts due Client in arrears to Client on the 15th of the following month. Parking Locations The Services will be provided to Client in the following locations / geographical territory: All client locations Signage Client will receive one free welcome kit that includes the aluminum signs and/or decal stickers necessary to complete implementation (installation not included). All signage included in the welcome kit is designed using ParkMobile's standard signage templates. Custom signage may be made available to Client for purchase at ParkMobile's current signage rates. Any requested changes to ParkMobile's standard signage templates will be treated as custom signage. Additional and/or replacement signage may be purchased by Client at ParkMobile's then-current signage rates. Installation and maintenance of all signage is Client's sole responsibility. Governing Law State of Minnesota Schedules This Agreement incorporates the following Schedules: Schedule 1: Client General Terms and Conditions; Schedule 2: Services; Schedule 3: Client Electronic Funds Authorization Form IMPLEMENTATION FEES Description Units Rate Price Implementation Fee 0 $1,000.00 $0.00 Custom Development 0 $165.00/hr $0.00 Total Implementation Fees: $0.00 ADDITIONAL FEES Call Center & Customer Support WAIVED Client Support & Maintenance WAIVED Hosting WAIVED Enforcement Portal WAIVED Reporting Portal WAIVED Marketing & Advertising WAIVED Promotional Codes $250.00 / month USER FEES On-Demand User Fee $0.40 per transaction On-Demand Event User Fee 15% per transaction Reservation User Fee 15% of parking fee “No-Charge” Reservation Service Fee $1.00 per no-charge reservation The parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date. City of Falcon Heights Parkmobile, LLC By:$docusign:SignHere::Customer1 By:$docusign:SignHere::InternalSigner1 Name:$docusign:FullName::Customer1 Name:$docusign:FullName::InternalSigner1 Title:$docusign:Title::Customer1 Title:$docusign:Title::InternalSigner1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::Customer1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::InternalSigner1 SCHEDULE 1: CLIENT GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS SERVICES 1.1 General. During the term, ParkMobile will provide the Services to Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 1.2 Launch Date. The parties will mutually agree upon the launch date for the Services. 1.3 ParkMobile Application. On and after the launch date, Client’s Parking Locations, along with associated Parking Information, will be made available to the general public through the ParkMobile Application. 1.4Parking Management Services. Subject to the license granted in Section 2, Client will be provided access to the Platform to manage Client’s Parking Locations and associated Parking Information. 1.5 Parking Locations. The parties agree that ParkMobile does not own, operate, manage, or maintain any Parking Location. Client agrees that ParkMobile is not responsible for the condition or operation of any Parking Location, including, but not limited to, the operation of third-party hardware and/or software-based solutions used by Client at the Parking Location or for the delivery and/or fulfillment of parking or other services at the Parking Location. 1.6 Publicity of Services. Each party will use commercially reasonable efforts to market the Services throughout the Term. All brochures and promotional material to be distributed by Client will be in a form mutually agreed upon by the parties, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. 1.7 Exclusivity. Throughout the term, the parties agree that ParkMobile will be the exclusive provider of electronic payment parking services for Client. 1.8 PCI DSS. ParkMobile has obtained, and will continue to maintain throughout the term, Payment Card Industry – Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) certification. 1.9Online Client General Terms & Conditions. The parties agree that this Agreement supersedes the Client General Terms and Conditions that is publicly available at https://parkmobile.io/client-terms with respect to the Services provided under this Agreement. ACCESS & USE OF PLATFORM 2.1Provision of Access. Subject to and conditioned on Client's and its Authorized Users' compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, all applicable laws and regulations, and Client’s payment of fees, ParkMobile grants Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use the Platform during the Term. Such use is limited to Client’s internal use. ParkMobile will provide Client the Access Credentials within a reasonable time following the Effective Date. 2.2Documentation License. ParkMobile hereby grants to Client a non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to use the Documentation during the Term solely for Client's internal business purposes in connection with its use of the Services. 2.3Use Restrictions. Client will not, directly or indirectly, and will not permit any third party to, access or use the Platform except as expressly permitted by this Agreement. For purposes of clarity and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Client shall not, except as this Agreement expressly permits: (a) copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Platform or Documentation, in whole or in part; (b) rent, lease, copy, lend, sell, sublicense, assign, distribute, publish, transfer, or otherwise make available the Platform or Documentation to any person or entity; (c) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, decode, adapt, or otherwise attempt to derive or gain access to any software component of the Platform, in whole or in part; (d) bypass or breach any security device or protection used by the Platform or access or use the Platform other than by an Authorized User through the use of his or her own then valid Access Credentials; (e) remove any proprietary notices from the Platform or Documentation; (f) use the Platform or Documentation in any manner or for any purpose that infringes, misappropriates, or otherwise violates any IP Right or other right of any person, or that violates any applicable law; (g) upload invalid data, malware, or other software agents through the Platform; or (h) use the Platform for any purpose beyond the scope of the access granted in this Agreement. 2.4Reservation of Rights. Nothing in this Agreement grants any right, title, or interest in or to (including any license under) any IP Rights in or relating to, the Services, whether expressly, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise. All right, title, and interest in and to the Services are and will remain with ParkMobile. 2.5Changes. ParkMobile reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to make any changes to the Services that it deems necessary or useful to: (a) maintain or enhance: (i) the quality or delivery of ParkMobile's services to its customers; (ii) the competitive strength of or market for ParkMobile's services; or (iii) the Services' cost efficiency or performance; or (b) to comply with applicable law. 2.6Suspension or Termination of Services. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, ParkMobile may suspend, terminate, or otherwise Client’s, any Authorized User’s, or any other person’s access to or use of all or any part of the Services, without incurring any resulting obligation or liability, if: (a) ParkMobile receives a judicial or other governmental demand or order, subpoena, or law enforcement request that expressly or by reasonable implication requires ParkMobile to do so; or (b) ParkMobile believes, in its good faith and sole discretion, that (i) Client or any Authorized User has failed to comply with any material term of this Agreement, or accessed or used the Services beyond the scope of the rights granted or for a purpose not authorized under this Agreement; (ii) Client or any Authorized User is, has been, or is likely to be using the Services for fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful activities; (iii) there is a threat or attack on any of the Services; (iv) Client’s or any Authorized User’s use of the Services disrupts or poses a security risk to ParkMobile or to any other client, end user, vendor or partner of ParkMobile; or (v) this Agreement expires or is terminated. This Section does not limit any of ParkMobile's other rights or remedies, whether at law, in equity, or under this Agreement. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1Use of Platform Account. Client is responsible and liable for all uses of the Platform resulting from access provided by Client, directly or indirectly, whether such access or use is permitted by or in violation of this Agreement. Client must notify ParkMobile immediately of any breach of security or unauthorized use of Client’s account. 3.2Parking Information. Client is responsible for setting all rates, zones, and other required information regarding its Parking Locations offered through the ParkMobile Application and for keeping such information up to date within the Platform. 3.3Effect of Client Failure or Delay. ParkMobile is not responsible or liable for any delay or failure of performance caused in whole or in part by Client's delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under this Agreement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT 4.1Scheduled Maintenance. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to schedule downtime for routine maintenance of the Services between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Eastern Time; however, ParkMobile may modify this window from time-to-time by providing Client with advance notice. If ParkMobile anticipates that it will need to perform maintenance activities that are likely to be disruptive to the use of the Services outside of the scheduled maintenance window, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to give Client at least 24 hours prior notice. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ParkMobile reserves the right to perform any required emergency maintenance work outside of the scheduled maintenance window. To the extent practicable, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to notify Client before commencing any emergency maintenance outside of the scheduled maintenance window and will use commercially reasonable efforts to limit or avoid impact to use of the Services. 4.2Client Support. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to assist Client with any technical support that Client may reasonably require in using the Services. ParkMobile will provide technical support for rate and configuration changes to Client Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET). For issues relating to On-Demand Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to support@parkmobile.io. For issues relating to Reservation Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to prs@parkmobile.io. ParkMobile will provide Client with emergency technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. In the event of an emergency involving technical and/or system availability issues, Client may contact the on-call engineer via email to applicationsupport@parkmobile.io. 4.3End-User Support. ParkMobile will provide customer support for ParkMobile Users 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. There are multiple methods that ParkMobile Users can access customer support, such as: ParkMobile’s online ticketing system, in-app chat feature, and toll-free phone number. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 5.1General. Neither party will disclose the other party’s Confidential Information except to its employees, affiliates, agents, or professional advisors (“Representatives”) who need to know it and who have a legal obligation to keep it confidential. The receiving party will use the disclosing party’s Confidential Information only to exercise rights and fulfill obligations under this Agreement. The receiving party will ensure that its Representatives are also subject to the same non-disclosure and use obligations. The receiving party may disclose the other party's Confidential Information when required by law after giving reasonable notice to the disclosing party, if permitted by law. 5.2Personal Data. In the event a party discloses Personal Data to the other party, the receiving party will have the right to use the Personal Data only as required and necessary to perform its obligations under this Agreement. 5.3Records Access. ParkMobile shall provide Client access to any books, documents, papers, and records which are directly pertinent to the specific contract, for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and transcriptions, for six (6) years after final payment and other pending matters related to this Agreement are closed. The six (6) year retention period shall be extended for additional periods if required for Client compliance with state or federal auditing or data practices requirements. 5.4Data Practices. ParkMobile must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as it applies to (1) all data provided by the Client pursuant to this Agreement, and (2) all data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by ParkMobile pursuant to this Agreement. ParkMobile is subject to all provisions of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, including but not limited to the civil remedies of Minnesota Statues Section 13.08, as if it were a government entity. In the event ParkMobile receives a formal request to release data pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, ParkMobile will immediately notify Client. Client will give ParkMobile instructions concerning the release of data to the requesting party before the data is released. ParkMobile agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold Client, its officials, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers harmless from any claims resulting from ParkMobile’s officers’, agents’, owners’, partners’, employees’, volunteers’, assignees’, or subcontractors’ unlawful disclosure and/or use of protected data. The terms of this section shall survive the cancellation and termination of this Agreement. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP 6.1Client Data. Client Data remains the sole and exclusive property of Client. Client grants ParkMobile a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use Client Data in connection with the Services. 6.2Client Brand Features. Client grants to ParkMobile a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display Client’s Brand Features in connection with providing and/or marketing the Services. ParkMobile will not make any use of Client’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.3ParkMobile IP. Client acknowledges that, as between Client and ParkMobile, ParkMobile owns all right, title, and interest, including all IP Rights, in and to the Services, including but not limited to the ParkMobile Application and the Platform. 6.4ParkMobile Brand Features. ParkMobile grants to Client a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display ParkMobile’s Brand Features in connection with the Services, subject to ParkMobile’s Brand Guidelines available at https://parkmobile.io/company/parkmobile-media-assets/logos/. Client will not make any use of ParkMobile’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.5ParkMobile User Data. ParkMobile User Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile may sublicense certain ParkMobile User Data to Client upon Client’s execution of ParkMobile’s Data Protection Agreement. Client will not, directly or indirectly: (i) sell or resell ParkMobile User Data in any capacity or form; (ii) create any derivative work using ParkMobile User Data; or (iii) use ParkMobile User Data for purposes other than those specifically allowed in this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties acknowledge and agree that ParkMobile will not sublicense or provide any PCI Data to Client.< 6.6Resultant Data. Resultant Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile grants Client a revocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-assignable, non-transferable license to applicable Resultant Data for the duration of the term only for Client’s internal use in connection with the Services. 6.7Reservation of Rights. ParkMobile reserves all rights not expressly granted to Client in this Agreement. Except for the limited rights and licenses expressly granted under this Agreement, nothing in this Agreement grants, by implication, waiver, estoppel, or otherwise, to Client or any third party any IP Rights or other right, title, or interest in or to the ParkMobile Application and/or the Platform. FEES AND PAYMENT 7.1Fees. Client shall pay ParkMobile the fees set forth in the Agreement that incorporates these Client General Terms & Conditions ("Fees") in accordance with this Section 7. 7.2Payment Terms. The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. On or before the 15th day of each month, ParkMobile will disburse to Client all parking fees ParkMobile received during the preceding month from ParkMobile Users on behalf of Client as a direct result of this Agreement, less any amounts owed to ParkMobile. 7.3Taxes. All fees and other amounts payable by Client under this Agreement are exclusive of taxes and similar assessments. Without limiting the foregoing, Client is responsible for all sales, use, and excise taxes, and any other similar taxes, duties, and charges of any kind imposed by any federal, state, or local governmental or regulatory authority on any amounts payable by Client hereunder, other than any taxes imposed on ParkMobile’s income. 7.4Reserved. 7.5No Deductions or Setoffs. All amounts payable to ParkMobile under this Agreement shall be paid by Client to ParkMobile in full without any setoff, recoupment, counterclaim, deduction, debit, or withholding for any reason (other than any deduction or withholding of tax as may be required by applicable law). 7.6Fee Increases. Beginning on the first anniversary of the Effective Date and continuing annually thereafter on a compounding basis, fees shall increase by ten percent (10%) or the percentage equal to the average increase in all items under the Consumer Price Index over the prior 12-month period, whichever is greater. Based on this criteria, fees shall then round up to the nearest two (2) decimal places. This change will take effect without prior notice to Client. 7.7Limited Payment Agent. Client appoints ParkMobile as its agent for the limited purpose of receiving, holding, and settling payments made by ParkMobile Users to Client in connection with the Services. Client acknowledges and agrees that receipt of payment from ParkMobile Users in connection with the Services by ParkMobile shall be deemed the same as receipt by Client itself. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES 8.1Mutual. Each party represents, warrants and covenants to the other party that: (a) it is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing as a corporation or other legal entity under the laws of the jurisdiction of its incorporation or other organization; (b) it has the full right, power, and authority to enter into and perform its obligations and grant the rights, licenses, consents, and authorizations it grants or is required to grant under this Agreement; (c) the representative that is executing this Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary corporate or organizational action of such party; and (d) when executed and delivered by both parties, this Agreement will constitute the legal, valid, and binding obligation of such party, enforceable against such party in accordance with its terms. 8.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile represents, warrants, and covenants to Client that ParkMobile will perform the Services using personnel of required skill, experience, and qualifications and in a professional and workmanlike manner in accordance with generally recognized industry standards for similar services and will devote adequate resources to meet its obligations under this Agreement. 8.3Disclaimers. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN SECTION 8.1 AND SECTION 8.2, ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” PARKMOBILE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PARKMOBILE DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCTS OR RESULTS OF THE USE THEREOF WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. PARKMOBILE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, SERVICE FAILURES, OR OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN USE OF THE INTERNET AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS. INDEMNIFICATION 9.1Mutual. Each party will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) ("Losses") incurred as a result from any third-party claim, suit, action, or proceeding ("Third-Party Claim") to the extent it arises from a breach of the indemnifying party's representations and warranties under this Agreement. 9.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third-Party Claim that the Platform or any use of the Platform in accordance with this Agreement, infringes or misappropriates such third party’s IP Rights, provided that Client promptly notifies ParkMobile in writing of the claim, cooperates with ParkMobile, and allows ParkMobile sole authority to control the defense and settlement of such claim. 9.3Client. Client will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ParkMobile from and against any and all Losses incurred by ParkMobile resulting from any Third-Party Claim arising out of Client’s disclosure or use of ParkMobile User Data in violation of this Agreement. 9.4Mitigation. If any of the Services are claimed to, or in ParkMobile’s opinion are likely to, infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any third-party IP Rights, or if Client’s use of the Services is enjoined or threatened to be enjoined, ParkMobile may, at its option and sole cost and expense: (a) obtain the right for Client to continue to use the Services as contemplated by this Agreement; (b) modify or replace the Services, in whole or in part, to seek to make the Services (as so modified or replaced) non-infringing, while providing equivalent features and functionality, in which case such modifications or replacements will constitute the Services, as applicable, under this Agreement; or (c) by written notice to Client, terminate this Agreement and require Client to immediately cease any use of the Services. 9.5Sole Remedy. THIS SECTION 9 SETS FORTH CLIENT’S SOLE REMEDIES AND PARKMOBILE’S SOLE LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION FOR ANY ACTUAL, THREATENED, OR ALLEGED CLAIMS THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT INFRINGES, MISAPPROPRIATES, OR OTHERWISE VIOLATES ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES 10.1Exclusion of Damages. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL PARKMOBILE OR ANY OF ITS LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT OR ITS SUBJECT MATTER UNDER ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, AND OTHERWISE, FOR ANY: (A) LOSS OF PRODUCTION, USE, BUSINESS, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE; (B) IMPAIRMENT, INABILITY TO USE OR LOSS, INTERRUPTION, OR DELAY OF THE SERVICES; (C) LOSS, DAMAGE, CORRUPTION, OR RECOVERY OF DATA, OR BREACH OF DATA OR SYSTEM SECURITY; (D) COST OF REPLACEMENT GOODS OR SERVICES; (E) LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION; OR (F) CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL, ENHANCED, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH PERSONS WERE ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES OR SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES WERE OTHERWISE FORESEEABLE, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.2Cap on Monetary Liability. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL THE COLLECTIVE AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF PARKMOBILE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING UNDER OR RELATED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, EXCEED ONE TIMES THE TOTAL AMOUNTS PAID TO PARKMOBILE UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IN THE 12 MONTH PERIOD PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.3Exceptions. The exclusions and limitations in Section 10.1 and Section 10.2 do not apply to ParkMobile's obligations under Section 9 or liability for ParkMobile's gross negligence or willful misconduct. INSURANCE ParkMobile, at its expense, shall procure and maintain in force for the duration of this Agreement the following minimum insurance coverages: General Liability. ParkMobile agrees to maintain commercial general liability insurance in a minimum amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The policy shall cover liability arising from premises, operations, products completed operations, personal injury, advertising injury, and contractually assumed liability. Client shall be endorsed as additional insured. Workers’ Compensation. ParkMobile agrees to provide workers’ compensation insurance for all its employees in accordance with the statutory requirements of the State of Minnesota. ParkMobile shall, prior to commencing the Services, deliver to the Client a Certificate of Insurance as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect. The insurance requirements may be met through any combination of primary and umbrella/excess insurance. ParkMobile,’s policies and Certificate of Insurance shall contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policies shall not be cancelled without at least thirty (30) days advanced written notice to the Client, or ten (10) days’ written notice for nonpayment of premium. ParkMobile,shall obtain insurance policies from insurance companies having an “AM BEST” rating of A- (minus); Financial Size Category (FSC) VII or better, and authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota, or as approved by Client. Failure to maintain required insurance coverage may result in suspension of work or termination of this Agreement. Please review these requirements with your insurance agent or broker for assurance that the mandatory types and limits of insurance coverages are in place. Client’s failure to approve or disapprove ParkMobile ’s policies or certificates shall not relieve ParkMobile, of full responsibility to maintain the required insurance.< If the coverage period shown on ParkMobile's current certificate(s) of insurance ends during the duration of this Agreement, ParkMobile must, prior to the end of the coverage period, obtain a new certificate of insurance showing that coverage is in effect. GENERAL TERMS 12.1Assignment. Neither party shall assign or otherwise transfer any of its rights, or delegate or otherwise transfer any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement, in each case whether voluntary, involuntarily, by operation of law, or otherwise, without the other party’s prior written consent. No assignment, delegation, or transfer by one party will relieve the other party of any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement. Any purported assignment, delegation, or transfer in violation of this Section 12.1 is void. This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns. 12.2Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds any term or provision of this Agreement to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement will remain in effect. 12.3Headings. The headings in this Agreement are for reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. 12.4Notices. Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement must be in writing and will be deemed received by the addressee: (a) when received, if delivered by hand with signed confirmation of receipt; (b) when received, if sent by a nationally recognized overnight courier, signature required; (c) when sent, if by email (with confirmation of transmission), if sent during the addressee’s normal business hours, and on the next business day, if sent after the addressee’s normal business hours; and (d) on the third business day after the date mailed by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Notices must be sent to the attention of the respective party's legal department at the address set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as either party may specific in writing. Any notice permitted or required under this Agreement that is sent to ParkMobile shall also be sent via email to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. 12.5Governing Law. This Agreement and all related documents, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, whether sounding in contract, tort, or statute are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Minnesota, United States of America (including its statutes of limitations). 12.6Amendment; Waivers. Any amendment must be in writing, signed by both parties, and expressly state that it is amending this Agreement. No waiver by any party will be effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by the party so waiving. No terms or conditions stated in a Client purchase order, vendor onboarding process or web portal, or any other Client order documentation shall be incorporated into or form any part of this Agreement, and all such terms or conditions shall be null and void, notwithstanding any language to the contrary therein, whether signed before or after this Agreement. 12.7Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any other documents incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. 12.8Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no third-party beneficiaries under this Agreement. 12.9Force Majeure. Neither party will be liable to the other for any delay or failure to perform any obligation under this Agreement (except for a failure to pay Fees) if the delay or failure results from any cause beyond such party’s reasonable control, including acts of God, labor disputes or other industrial disturbances, systemic electrical, telecommunications, or other utility failures, earthquakes, storms or other elements of nature, pandemics, blockages, embargoes, riots, acts or orders of government, acts of terrorism, or war. 12.10Independent Contractors. The parties to this Agreement are independent contractors. The parties do not intend, and nothing in this Agreement should be construed, to create or enter into any partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, agency, or similar relationship. Neither party has the power to bind the other or incur obligations on the other party’s behalf without the other party’s prior written consent. 12.11Export Control. Client will comply with all export and import laws and regulations of the United States and other applicable jurisdictions. Without limiting the foregoing, Client: (i) represents and warrants that it is not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties or located (or a national of) a country that is subject to a U.S. government embargo or that has been designated by the U.S. government as a “terrorist supporting” country; (ii) will not (and will not permit any third parties to) access or use any Service in violation of any U.S. export embargo, prohibition or restriction, and (iii) will not submit to any Service any information that is controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulation. 12.12Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or rule requiring construction or interpretation against the party drafting an instrument or causing any instrument to be drafted. The Schedules referred to herein shall be construed with, and as an integral part of, this Agreement to the same extent as if they were set forth verbatim herein. 12.13Counterparts. The parties may execute this Agreement in counterparts, including PDF and other electronic copies, which taken together will constitute one instrument. DEFINITIONS "Access Credentials" means any user name, identification number, password, license or security key, security token, PIN, or other security code, method, technology, or device, used alone or in combination, to verify an individual's identity and authorization to access and use the Platform. "Authorized User" means Client's employee, consultant, contractor, and agent who is authorized by Client to access and use the Platform under the rights granted to Client pursuant to this Agreement. "Brand Features" means a party’s trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, and other distinctive brand features. "Client Data" means any data specific to Client’s operation that is provided by Client to ParkMobile to be used in the provision of Services that is not available to ParkMobile publicly or by other means. "Confidential Information" means information that one party (or an affiliate) discloses to the other party under this Agreement, and that is marked as confidential or would normally be considered confidential information under the circumstances. It does not include information that is independently developed by the recipient, is rightfully given to the recipient by a third party without confidentiality obligations or becomes public through no fault of the recipient. "Documentation" means any manuals, instructions, or other documents or materials that ParkMobile provides or makes available to Client in any form or medium and which describe the functionality, components, features, or requirements of the Services. "IP Rights" means any and all registered and unregistered rights granted, applied for, or otherwise now or hereafter in existence under or related to any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, database protection, or other intellectual property rights laws, and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection, in any part of the world. "Parking Information" means parking zones, parking rates, parking restrictions, selected payment methods, and other information necessary for the provision of the Services for a specific Parking Location. "Parking Location" means the location or locations of Client’s on-street parking, off-street parking, reservation parking, parking lots, parking decks, permitted parking, and other facilities where ParkMobile Users may park. "ParkMobile Application" means any and all mobile and/or web applications, services, or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile and that are made available to the general public and that facilities the payment of parking transactions. "ParkMobile User" means an end user that uses the ParkMobile Application. "ParkMobile User Data" means information, data, and other content, in any form or media, that is submitted, posted, or otherwise transmitted by or on behalf of a ParkMobile User, directly or indirectly, through the ParkMobile Application. "PCI Data" means, as applicable, payment card number, cardholder name, expiration date, card verification code or value, service code, and/or security-related information used to authenticate cardholders and/or authorize payment card transactions "Personal Data" means (i) any information about an identified or identifiable individual; or (ii) information that is not specifically about an identifiable individual but, when combined with other information, may identify an individual. Personal Data includes names, email addresses, postal addresses, telephone numbers, government identification numbers, financial account numbers, payment card information, license plate information, online identifiers (including IP addresses and cookie identifiers), network and hardware identifiers, geolocation information, and any information that constitutes “personal data” or “personal information” within the meaning of any relevant and applicable data privacy or protection laws. "Platform" means access-controlled mobile and/or web applications, services or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile that are made available to Client to administer, configure, manage and/or monitor parking sessions, parking rates, and/or parking restrictions associated with Client’s Parking Locations. "Resultant Data" means data and information related to Client’s, Authorized Users' and/or ParkMobile Users' use of the Services that is used by ParkMobile in an aggregate and anonymized manner, including to compile statistical and performance information related to the provision and operation of the Services. "Services" means the ParkMobile Application, the Platform, and all other services provided by ParkMobile under this Agreement. SCHEDULE 2: SERVICES ON-DEMAND PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for on-demand parking using the ParkMobile Application (“On-Demand Parking”). ParkMobile Users may begin and, if applicable, end a parking transaction in a variety of ways: (1) visiting https://app.parkmobile.io; (2) calling ParkMobile’s IVR System, or (3) using the ParkMobile Application. In order to register with ParkMobile and begin a parking session, a consumer simply provide ParkMobile with the information required by ParkMobile to create an account, including payment method information and license plate number. Thereafter, subsequent parking sessions only require the ParkMobile User to enter or select the applicable parking duration available for the applicable location. The parking zone code of the Client parking areas are indicated on parking signs or on parking meters. Enforcers of the Client check the validity of parking status real time against the Platform via a web service offering, provided as part of the Services, to determine if a valid parking right exists. This information can be accessed by using a handheld terminal, mobile device or personal digital assistant (PDA). ParkMobile does not provide or pay for Client’s use of handheld terminals, mobile devices or PDAs for enforcement or any data plans or other items needed for communication between such items and the Services. At their option, ParkMobile Users will receive parking alert services from ParkMobile via SMS, ParkMobile Application push notification or email. The ParkMobile User may be notified, for example, when parked for an extended period of time or when the maximum parking time nears expiration. ParkMobile Users can use On-Demand Parking anywhere the Services are available. All parking charges are automatically charged to the ParkMobile User’s payment method, and ParkMobile Users have real time access to an online account-based personal page accessible from https://app.parkmobile.io to access and print parking history, receipts, and statements. RESERVATION PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for reservation parking using the ParkMobile Application (“Reservation Parking”). For each Parking Location that the parties agree to on-board for Reservation Parking Services, ParkMobile shall make the Parking Location's parking inventory available for sale through the ParkMobile Application and shall market and advertise such availability. The number of parking spaces and corresponding reservation periods and parking rates making up the parking inventory shall be specified by Client and may be altered by Client at any time for unreserved parking inventory. Responsibilities of Client. In order for ParkMobile to provide Reservation Parking Services, Client shall maintain an agreed upon number of parking spaces or transportation services at the Parking Location which shall be maintained at all times unless ParkMobile is notified otherwise in writing by Client. If access to the Parking Location is denied for any reason other than a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, Client agrees to forfeit its share of the applicable parking fee and authorizes ParkMobile to refund the entire Parking Fee to the ParkMobile User. If access to the Parking Location is denied because of a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, no Parking Fees will be refunded to the ParkMobile User. Client shall promote and market the Services through mutually agreed upon methods which shall include: a persistent, prominent “call to action” link/button on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) that directs users to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile (e.g. a “Reserve Parking Now” button); Embedded content on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) describing why and how to reserve parking through ParkMobile (e.g. FAQs, videos, etc.), such content to be provided by ParkMobile; and mentions in emails promoting the Parking Location, including “know before you go” emails, all of which shall include a “call to action” to reserve event parking and link to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile. Client agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain for ParkMobile a license to use photo and video assets of the Parking Location (where Client is not the Parking Location owner) and any tenants of a Parking Location in connection with ParkMobile’s marketing of the Services as available at such Parking Location. SCHEDULE 3: Client ELECTRONIC FUNDS AUTHORIZATION FORM This form authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to make payment to a business electronically. All payments will be paid in the account designated by the voided check or bank letter attached to this form once it has been verified by ParkMobile, LLC via telephone call, otherwise a check will be issued to the address on file. It is the responsibility of the client to notify ParkMobile, LLC of any changes pertinent to electronic payments, such as changes in banking information or email address. PAYEE/CLIENT INFORMATION CLIENT NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE NUMBER: VERIFICATION CALL BACK CONTACT PERSON: VERIFICATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: PRIMARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SECONDARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SIGNATURE & TITLE OF AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL: FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INFORMATION BANK NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: NINE DIGIT ROUTING TRANSIT NUMBER: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT TITLE: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT NUMBER: TYPE OF ACCOUNT: PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH A VOIDED CHECK OR BANK LETTER TO VERIFY THE ABOVE ACCOUNT INFORMATION This authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to send credit entries (and appropriate debit and adjustment entries), electronically or by any other commercially accepted method, to the account indicated above and to other accounts specified by Client in the future (the “Account”). This authorizes the financial institution holding the Account to post all such entries. This authorization will be in effect until ParkMobile receives a written termination notice from Client and has a reasonable opportunity to act on it. ParkMobile Service Agreement DRAFT PSA-LFPage 2 of 3 rev. 09/22 235208v1 235208v1 235208v1 Why 6 years? Rejected deletion of Liability Cap. ParkMobile requires a cap on liability. We are open to negotiating the cap, but it should remain. Since this is an agreement for mobile parking through an app, this insurance is not needed. ParkMobile will carry statutorily required WC. Is this something the City is okay with? 20250321093839,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_52.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Here's the edited presentation as a PP and a .pdf. I believe I've incorporated all the changes requested. I ask that you communicate clearly to the Council that the presentation incorporates all the points of agreement from the joint meeting and that were listed in our March 19 meeting packet. This is a complex effort and we are putting it together for the first time. My feeling is that some tensions that have arisen recently are due to miscommunication and misunderstanding, not ill-intent, but I do also ask that all Council respect the SFTF efforts. There are issues that were not resolved at the joint workshop and that have been raised since the joint workshop. In an effort to improve communication between the SFTF, Council and staff, I have annotated the presentation in the comments section of many of the slides. I suggest that all of you on this email comment on these issues and that the final annotated version be provided to the Council (only) before the public hearing Council meeting next Wednesday. It's a work in progress. Thanks, Georgiana Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive They need a place to park State Fair Task Force: e-meter parking • Chair 2024: Mona McGarthwaite • Vice Chair 2024: Nicole Porter • Secretary: Jennifer Johnson • Members: Ross Allard, Tom Brace, Rice’ Davis, Alice Hausman, Georgiana May, Jennifer Paulus, Tom Prather • Staff Liaison: Jack Linehan • Council Liaison: Paula Mielke Rationale for e-meter parking program NO e-parking Streets full of parked cars $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Parking Ambassadors YES e-parking Streets full of parked cars Wear and tear on streets, Expense of porta-potties, extra police and staff time. We get: Overview: e-meter parking program Zone 23456 Zone 23457 Zone 23458 Overview: e-meter parking program • Each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass for one vehicle. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. • Visitors pay $25 for their parking spot per day. • ParkMobile provides signs, software, and training for staff. • Parking Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. • St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. • We expect to generate $100,000 – 200,000 in new revenue. • Offset expenses the city incurs from Fair traffic. • Hire Parking Ambassadors – employment opportunities. • Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents. • Provides temporary e-meter parking in many major MN cities. • Provides signs for affected areas, we install them. • Provides software and account management team. • Trains staff and Parking Ambassadors on software. • Returns 80% of proceeds to Falcon Heights. • Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. For Northeast and Northome residents • Obtain one free resident pass, for one vehicle, registered to the license plate. • Good for 12 days of State Fair. • Park in your neighborhood. • NOT a reserved slot – get out early! • No change to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. For St. Anthony Police Dept. (SAPD) and FH Staff: SAPD will: • Issue parking tickets. Fines double during the State Fair. • Vehicles causing safety and access violations will be towed. Falcon Heights staff will: • Issue resident passes and enter data into the ParkMobile system. • May hire part-time additional assistance for Saturday hours. • Will install the e-meter parking signs on the affected streets. • Will hire and train the Parking Ambassadors. For our State Fair visitors: • Find a parking place • Find a sign • Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, use a cash card. • Enter license plate, pay $25 • Go to State Fair, enjoy! FAQ Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? • To help cover costs of hosting the Fair. • To generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? • We welcome visitors, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. • Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid SF-goers. • We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties! FAQ How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? • ParkMobile provides many signs which will be installed throughout NE and NH areas. • We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. • Parking Ambassadors can help. How will parking violations be handled? • St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. • Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ What areas will have e-meter parking and why? • Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. • On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. • These large, contiguous areas are highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more that 800 parking places available. Will the program be used full time and year-round? • Focus here on the 12 days of the State Fair. • May expand to the car shows in the future. Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Questions? Concerns? Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive They need a place to park Chair 2024: Mona McGarthwaite Vice Chair 2024: Nicole Porter Secretary: Jennifer Johnson Members: Ross Allard, Tom Brace, Rice’ Davis, Alice Hausman, Georgiana May, Jennifer Paulus, Tom Prather Staff Liaison: Jack Linehan Council Liaison: Paula Mielke State Fair Task Force: e-meter parking Rationale for e-meter parking program NO e-parking YES e-parking Streets full of parked cars Streets full of parked cars Wear and tear on streets, Expense of porta-potties, extra police and staff time. $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Parking Ambassadors We get: Zone 23456 Zone 23457 Zone 23458</ Overview: e-meter parking program Overview: e-meter parking program Each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass for one vehicle. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. Visitors pay $25 for their parking spot per day. ParkMobile provides signs, software, and training for staff. Parking Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. We expect to generate $100,000 – 200,000 in new revenue. Offset expenses the city incurs from Fair traffic. Hire Parking Ambassadors – employment opportunities. Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents. Provides temporary e-meter parking in many major MN cities. Provides signs for affected areas, we install them. Provides software and account management team. Trains staff and Parking Ambassadors on software. Returns 80% of proceeds to Falcon Heights. Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. For Northeast and Northome residents Obtain one free resident pass, for one vehicle, registered to the license plate. Good for 12 days of State Fair. Park in your neighborhood. NOT a reserved slot – get out early! No change to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. For St. Anthony Police Dept. (SAPD) and FH Staff: SAPD will: Issue parking tickets. Fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles causing safety and access violations will be towed. Falcon Heights staff will: Issue resident passes and enter data into the ParkMobile system. May hire part-time additional assistance for Saturday hours. Will install the e-meter parking signs on the affected streets. Will hire and train the Parking Ambassadors. Find a parking place Find a sign Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, use a cash card. Enter license plate, pay $25 Go to State Fair, enjoy! For our State Fair visitors: FAQ Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair. To generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? We welcome visitors, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid SF-goers.</ We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties! FAQ How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be installed throughout NE and NH areas. We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. Parking Ambassadors can help. How will parking violations be handled? St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ What areas will have e-meter parking and why? Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more that 800 parking places available. Will the program be used full time and year-round? Focus here on the 12 days of the State Fair. May expand to the car shows in the future. Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Questions? Concerns? Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive They need a place to park Chair 2024: Mona McGarthwaite Vice Chair 2024: Nicole Porter Secretary: Jennifer Johnson Members: Ross Allard, Tom Brace, Rice’ Davis, Alice Hausman, Georgiana May, Jennifer Paulus, Tom Prather Staff Liaison: Jack Linehan Council Liaison: Paula Mielke State Fair Task Force: e-meter parking Rationale for e-meter parking program NO e-parking YES e-parking Streets full of parked cars Streets full of parked cars Wear and tear on streets, Expense of porta-potties, extra police and staff time. $100 – 200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Parking Ambassadors We get: Zone 23456 Zone 23457 Zone 23458</ Overview: e-meter parking program Overview: e-meter parking program Each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass for one vehicle. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. Visitors pay $25 for their parking spot per day. ParkMobile provides signs, software, and training for staff. Parking Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. We expect to generate $100,000 – 200,000 in new revenue. Offset expenses the city incurs from Fair traffic. Hire Parking Ambassadors – employment opportunities. Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents. Provides temporary e-meter parking in many major MN cities. Provides signs for affected areas, we install them. Provides software and account management team. Trains staff and Parking Ambassadors on software. Returns 80% of proceeds to Falcon Heights. Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. For Northeast and Northome residents: At City Hall, obtain one free resident pass, for one vehicle, registered to the license plate. Good for 12 days of State Fair. Park in your neighborhood. NOT a reserved slot – get out early! No change to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. For St. Anthony Police Dept. (SAPD) and FH Staff: SAPD will: Issue parking tickets. Fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles causing safety and access violations will be towed. Falcon Heights staff will: Issue resident passes and enter data into the ParkMobile system. May hire part-time additional assistance for Saturday hours. Will install the e-meter parking signs on the affected streets. Will hire and train the Parking Ambassadors. Find a parking place Find a sign Scan in QR code, OR, use PM app, OR, payment app, OR, use a cash card. Enter license plate, pay $25 Go to State Fair, enjoy! For our State Fair visitors: FAQ Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair. To generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? We still welcome them, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid SF-goers.</ We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties! FAQ How will visitors know that they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be installed throughout NE and NH areas. We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. Parking Ambassadors can help. How will parking violations be handled? St. Anthony Police will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Parking fines double during the SF. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. FAQ What areas will have e-meter parking and why? Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more that 800 parking places available. Will the program be used full time and year-round? Focus here on the 12 days of the State Fair. May expand to the car shows in the future. Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Questions? Concerns? State FTF has been meeting since 2022-23 to improve lives of Falcon Heights residents during the tme of the SF. We have been working since Sept. 2024 to increase resources to Falcon Heights to remediate impacts of the SF. - The e-meter parking program is one avenue to generate resources, other approaches at the State level are being addressed through our Legislators. On-going work: Set the Zones before issuing resident passes. Zones should be set to allow Parking Ambassadors or SAPD to compare a parked vehicle license plate with a relatively short list of license plates. Zones will also be helpful in generating a dataset after the SF to evaluate levels of use of e-meter parking. Small areas that may need additional work: There are small areas in which SF parking permits are used. Assessments by SFTF members suggests that parking for apartments along Larpenteur is sufficient for these apartment residents using the permit and surface parking. Houses along Larpenteur’s south side have sufficient parking on the alley. How about the north side? Townhomes on Arona have 2-car garages and additional driveway space but some may need resident passes? Individuals with disabilities –FH could provide signs to reserve “handicapped” parking places convenient to the individual’s residence? Perhaps the resident would provide evidence of a handicapped parking hanger or license plate when signing up for a pass? Allow a proxy to obtain the pass? On-going work: Deciding on the method for obtaining resident passes. SFTF suggests that the method minimize staff time and stress. Deciding on the number of Parking Ambassadors, their hours and working conditions. How will support – rest breaks, water, cooling, be handled? On-going work: At the joint city council/SFTF workshop, a point of agreement was that residents would obtain their passes at City Hall and that FH staff would add extra hours if necessary to handle this load. However, questions continue on whether this is the best method. SFTF suggests that the method minimize staff time (and thus cost) and stress. On-going work: Coordination of Parking Ambassadors and SAPD efforts. On-going work: Some were concerned regarding people that do not have digital resources (e.g. no cell phone, no credit card, etc.). Visitors will be able to use a cash card and call a phone number to have ParkMobile to enter their license plate. SFTF agreed that Parking Ambassadors should not make calls for visitors or handle/collect hard cash. SFTF concluded that visitors who only have cash (and no phone) will have to park somewhere else. This makes extensive advance communication important. For example, those who only have cash may want to use SF lots because they do accept cash. 20250321122617,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_53.eml Thanks Georgiana, I'll use the non-annotated version for the packet. From my individual conversations with Council, everyone sounds like they are in a good place with the recommendations and that there is understanding that both staff and the SFTF can build out solutions to one-off problems or staffing plans over time. Additionally, attached are the updated FAQs integrating the latest language from the presentation/recent meetings, as well as a draft message we hope to go out today regarding the public hearing. If anyone has changes, please let me know. Note: links in the message are not live yet, so you will get an error until we have the page up. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Friday, March 21, 2025 9:38 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: presentation here Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Here's the edited presentation as a PP and a .pdf. I believe I've incorporated all the changes requested. I ask that you communicate clearly to the Council that the presentation incorporates all the points of agreement from the joint meeting and that were listed in our March 19 meeting packet. This is a complex effort and we are putting it together for the first time. My feeling is that some tensions that have arisen recently are due to miscommunication and misunderstanding, not ill-intent, but I do also ask that all Council respect the SFTF efforts. There are issues that were not resolved at the joint workshop and that have been raised since the joint workshop. In an effort to improve communication between the SFTF, Council and staff, I have annotated the presentation in the comments section of many of the slides. I suggest that all of you on this email comment on these issues and that the final annotated version be provided to the Council (only) before the public hearing Council meeting next Wednesday. It's a work in progress. Thanks, Georgiana E-Meter FAQs Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair. To generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? We still welcome them, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid Fair-goers. We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more that 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How will fair goers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas. We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. Parking Ambassadors can help. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fair goers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. We propose charging the same daily parking rate as the State Fair ($25). Could rates vary, based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via Park Mobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city and improve parking enforcement in the neighborhoods. Will residents need to pay to park? All households on a street with e-meters would be eligible to obtain one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. These passes would be available at City Hall, and are registered to the license plate of the vehicle. How will the city know whether a person has paid? Park Mobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Parking fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. How much will it cost our city to implement? There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction, and there is no capital expense. Park Mobile provides all the signage at no cost. Why Park Mobile? We explored temporary parking meters, but this is a much easier option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with Park Mobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the Park Mobile website, pay by text, or simply call Park Mobile. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? No proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue be parking on one-side only during the fair? Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full time, year-round?The proposal at this time is just for during the Minnesota State Fair. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. Neighboring cities may want to charge for street parking as well. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Take out that anger? The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that won’t reach everyone. There will be a lot of signage. Paying for event parking isn’t unusual. The Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W.) to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. More details on the proposal, including frequently asked questions and additional information, is available at http://www.falconheights.org/e-meterparkingwww.falconheights.org/e-meterparking. Parties interested in voicing their opinion on the proposal may attend the public hearing, or submit written testimony by mail to City Hall prior to the public hearing, or email to mailto:mail@falconheights.orgmail@falconheights.org. 20250321144001,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Elke Johnson elke.johnson@falconheights.org_54.eml Hi Elke, Could you help me by creating a new webpage with E-Meter info? Here are a few attachments * Draft text for the social media post. Additionally, proposing we do a separate e-blast on this. * Updated FAQs and Ordinance for web page * Map of locations (png version here: S:\State Fair\State Fair Parking\2025) Thank you and let me know if there is anything you'd need for it! Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. The Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall (2077 Larpenteur Ave W.) to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. More details on the proposal, including frequently asked questions and additional information, is available at http://www.falconheights.org/e-meterparkingwww.falconheights.org/e-meterparking. Parties interested in voicing their opinion on the proposal may attend the public hearing, or submit written testimony by mail to City Hall prior to the public hearing, or email to mailto:mail@falconheights.orgmail@falconheights.org. E-Meter FAQs Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair. To generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? We still welcome them, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid Fair-goers. We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more that 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How will fair goers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas. We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. Parking Ambassadors can help. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fair goers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. We propose charging the same daily parking rate as the State Fair ($25). Could rates vary, based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via Park Mobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city and improve parking enforcement in the neighborhoods. Will residents need to pay to park? All households on a street with e-meters would be eligible to obtain one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. These passes would be available at City Hall, and are registered to the license plate of the vehicle. How will the city know whether a person has paid? Park Mobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Parking fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. How much will it cost our city to implement? There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction, and there is no capital expense. Park Mobile provides all the signage at no cost. Why Park Mobile? We explored temporary parking meters, but this is a much easier option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with Park Mobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the Park Mobile website, pay by text, or simply call Park Mobile. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? No proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue be parking on one-side only during the fair? Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full time, year-round?The proposal at this time is just for during the Minnesota State Fair. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. Neighboring cities may want to charge for street parking as well. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Take out that anger? The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that won’t reach everyone. There will be a lot of signage. Paying for event parking isn’t unusual. State Fair E-Meter Parking Map Updated March 2025 Note - Parking within 30' of a stop sign or in front of a driveway is never permitted and will result in a fine or towing. 20250321171305,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_57.eml Hi Rob, I spoke to our attorney, and he'd be available Weds-Fri next week after 10AM CST if your attorney had time to connect. His info is: James J. Mongé III Attorney CAMPBELL KNUTSON, P.A. Grand Oak Office Center I 860 Blue Gentian Road, Suite 290 Eagan, MN 55121 Phone: (651) 234-6201 ● Fax: (651) 234-6237 jmonge@ck-law.com<mailto:jmonge@ck-law.com> ● www.ck-law.com<http://www.ck-law.com/> We've got time on this, as Council's requested action is to authorize me to sign and finalize a contract. So, if the attorneys need a week or two to revise stuff it shouldn't push us off track. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2025 10:56 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's the updated contract w/ our attorney's redlines. It may be best from here to have the attorneys connect directly to work out any details. Let me know if you all are available for a meeting. Best, Rob On Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 11:53 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: I've got it. I'll review and get back to you soon. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Wed, Mar 19, 2025, 8:22 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Attached is the revised contract with our attorney edits. Please review with your legal team and let us know if the changes are acceptable. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, March 7, 2025 9:32 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I'll be there! Great news on the contract front. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Mar 7, 2025, 9:31 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I hope all is well! Our City Attorney is still working through the contract, and once I have the revisions I will get you a copy for your legal team. We have a public hearing at on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM to discuss the issue. Is there a chance you or someone from ParkMobile could be in attendance at the meeting? We'll handle the presentation, but it would be good for technical assistance on very specific questions. We could set up a call in advance of the meeting to discuss more. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 3:35 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250321173136,Falcon Heights falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com,brennan.sorensen@falconheights.org_58.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. More details on the proposal, including frequently asked questions and additional information can be found here.<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.falconheights.org%2Fresidents%2Fpa rking%2Fstate-fair-parking%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010195bad55177-d1cb908b-5d4e-42ad-8d97-faac9bd94ddf-000000/sNz77xkYp7r64WAiII4YS82xZQfwBtnMBfbvxowcELA=397> Parties interested in voicing their opinion on the proposal may attend the public hearing, or submit written testimony by mail to City Hall prior to the public hearing, or email to mail@falconheights .org<mailto:mail@falconheights.org>. 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Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. More details on the proposal, including frequently asked questions and additional information can be found here.<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.falconheights.org%2Fresidents%2Fpa rking%2Fstate-fair-parking%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010195bad55e55-c9144edc-7b92-4aff-a743-defd6e9324fe-000000/nyEuDaB_ZmYgr-ZfUYCUT2Vf1zGgP_yWPzZOgqn30Ug=397> Parties interested in voicing their opinion on the proposal may attend the public hearing, or submit written testimony by mail to City Hall prior to the public hearing, or email to mail@falconheights .org<mailto:mail@falconheights.org>. 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Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Comment on parking: Before finalizing any parking changes, please consider changing the side of the road for parking for either Pascal or Albert. With parking on both sides of the alley for the 1400 blocks of Iowa, Idaho, and California, visibility is severely limited. Couple that with people speeding through the neighborhoods and heavy traffic and I feel like I am risking my life just to leave my alley. I often park on the street just to avoid having to leave the alley. Additionally, please consider the option of a second parking pass for residents. Thank you, Jen Schnabel 1438 Iowa image0.jpeg cid:mf_CF5C1334-223F-4649-BEF6-721F67B78BA5/L0/001 Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com> Date: March 21, 2025 at 5:31:35 PM CDT To: jen.schnabel@gmail.com Subject: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair [if (gte mso 9)|(IE)]> <table style="display:none"><tr><td><a name="gd_top" id="gd_top"></a></td></tr></table> <![endif] Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Formatting suggestions to make the printed version work with front/back of 2sided printing with intention of minimizing front side being a blank page (cpg = current page of 3/21/25 public agenda), impact of early edits are accounted for in later in the document suggestions. * move cpg 3 to pg 4 as this moves RCA introducing Presentation D1 to front facing and places NineNorth facts on one sheet * delete cpg 7 (blank) which places Minutes front facing, this also places the Public Hearing F1 to front facing later in the document * add blank page to pg 26, this keeps ParkMobile presentation pg 1 front facing * delete cpg 75 which starts Payables on front facing page * delete cpg 86 which then starts G2 on front facing page * delete cpg 89 which then starts G3 on front facing page * delete cpg 106 which then starts H3 on front facing page * delete cpg 113 (may be a character return/spacing item on 112) in order to get iWorQ Appendix A to begin on front facing page Have the following questions about items on the 3/26/2025 Agenda: Public Hearing - would it be appropriate to conduct the hearing as three parts to the whole, with comment and Q/A after each component? * Begin with the SFTF presentation and recommendations where the majority of citizen input is likely to be focused. Lacking the FAQ component contained within the RCA agenda materials this would provide the opportunity to introduce them into the discussion and get this important component into the official minutes. * The ParkMobile presentation is appropriate to the discussion on how the City would be moving ahead with the logistics of making eParking Meters happen as our vendor. * The ordinance change which confirms that the SFTF recommendations are adopted by the City. Policy H1 - Ramsey County EDA * Is FA a current participant (opted in) of the RC HRA? Policy H2 - Broadband * can NineNorth CEO include comments in support/explanation of this during his informational presentation that is the first item on our agenda. Maybe part of a Q&A from Council after the presentation so that we can refer to those answers and quickly move this item? Policy H3 - iWorQ * the discussion should include information on how this software vendor's services are used by FH and the benefits. * How many iWorQ applications does FH use? Thanks for all that you do everyday for the City of Falcon Heights and our residents! Regards, Randy Gustafson Mayor, City of Falcon Heights ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, March 21, 2025 5:05 PM Cc: Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org>; Hannah B. Lynch <hannah.b.lynch@falconheights.org>; Colin Callahan <colin.callahan@falconheights.org>; Roland Olson <roland.olson@falconheights.org> ; Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org>; Andrea McDowell Poehler <apoehler@ck-law.com>; Erik Henricksen <Erik.Henricksen@cityofroseville.com>; Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.o rg> Subject: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Mayor and Council, Here is the link to the Wednesday, March 26th City Council meeting at 7PM: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5802 Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns! Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250323083638,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Randy Gustafson randy.gustafson@falconheights.org_70.eml Thanks, Mayor! We'll look to incorporate what changes we can on Monday and re-arrange stuff and include additional info. Jack ________________________________ From: Randy Gustafson <randy.gustafson@falconheights.org> Sent: Saturday, March 22, 2025 5:02:46 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Have some questions regarding the upcoming agenda, along with some formatting suggestions. Formatting suggestions to make the printed version work with front/back of 2sided printing with intention of minimizing front side being a blank page (cpg = current page of 3/21/25 public agenda), impact of early edits are accounted for in later in the document suggestions. * move cpg 3 to pg 4 as this moves RCA introducing Presentation D1 to front facing and places NineNorth facts on one sheet * delete cpg 7 (blank) which places Minutes front facing, this also places the Public Hearing F1 to front facing later in the document * add blank page to pg 26, this keeps ParkMobile presentation pg 1 front facing * delete cpg 75 which starts Payables on front facing page * delete cpg 86 which then starts G2 on front facing page * delete cpg 89 which then starts G3 on front facing page * delete cpg 106 which then starts H3 on front facing page * delete cpg 113 (may be a character return/spacing item on 112) in order to get iWorQ Appendix A to begin on front facing page Have the following questions about items on the 3/26/2025 Agenda: Public Hearing - would it be appropriate to conduct the hearing as three parts to the whole, with comment and Q/A after each component? * Begin with the SFTF presentation and recommendations where the majority of citizen input is likely to be focused. Lacking the FAQ component contained within the RCA agenda materials this would provide the opportunity to introduce them into the discussion and get this important component into the official minutes. * The ParkMobile presentation is appropriate to the discussion on how the City would be moving ahead with the logistics of making eParking Meters happen as our vendor. * The ordinance change which confirms that the SFTF recommendations are adopted by the City. Policy H1 - Ramsey County EDA * Is FA a current participant (opted in) of the RC HRA? Policy H2 - Broadband * can NineNorth CEO include comments in support/explanation of this during his informational presentation that is the first item on our agenda. Maybe part of a Q&A from Council after the presentation so that we can refer to those answers and quickly move this item? Policy H3 - iWorQ * the discussion should include information on how this software vendor's services are used by FH and the benefits. * How many iWorQ applications does FH use? Thanks for all that you do everyday for the City of Falcon Heights and our residents! Regards, Randy Gustafson Mayor, City of Falcon Heights ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, March 21, 2025 5:05 PM Cc: Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org>; Hannah B. Lynch <hannah.b.lynch@falconheights.org>; Colin Callahan <colin.callahan@falconheights.org>; Roland Olson <roland.olson@falconheights.org> ; Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org>; Andrea McDowell Poehler <apoehler@ck-law.com>; Erik Henricksen <Erik.Henricksen@cityofroseville.com>; Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.o rg> Subject: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Mayor and Council, Here is the link to the Wednesday, March 26th City Council meeting at 7PM: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5802 Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns! Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250324074532,Emma Bollig emmaleof@gmail.com,FH Mail mail@falconheights.org_71.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hello, We are unable to make the public hearing on Wednesday regarding State Fair e-meter parking. We live on Larpenteur Avenue, between Albert and Pascal. This is in the metered zone. Will houses that are on Larpenteur also be given the opportunity for a resident pass? Since there is no parking on Larpenteur outside our houses, we use side streets to park and want to make sure we are not forgotten. Thanks, Emma Bollig 1410 Larpenteur Ave W On Fri, Mar 21, 2025 at 5:31 PM Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com<mailto:falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com>> wrote: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Could you help me with the first section of re-arranging the packet for print on Wednesday? Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Randy Gustafson <randy.gustafson@falconheights.org> Sent: Saturday, March 22, 2025 5:02 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Have some questions regarding the upcoming agenda, along with some formatting suggestions. Formatting suggestions to make the printed version work with front/back of 2sided printing with intention of minimizing front side being a blank page (cpg = current page of 3/21/25 public agenda), impact of early edits are accounted for in later in the document suggestions. * move cpg 3 to pg 4 as this moves RCA introducing Presentation D1 to front facing and places NineNorth facts on one sheet * delete cpg 7 (blank) which places Minutes front facing, this also places the Public Hearing F1 to front facing later in the document * add blank page to pg 26, this keeps ParkMobile presentation pg 1 front facing * delete cpg 75 which starts Payables on front facing page * delete cpg 86 which then starts G2 on front facing page * delete cpg 89 which then starts G3 on front facing page * delete cpg 106 which then starts H3 on front facing page * delete cpg 113 (may be a character return/spacing item on 112) in order to get iWorQ Appendix A to begin on front facing page Have the following questions about items on the 3/26/2025 Agenda: Public Hearing - would it be appropriate to conduct the hearing as three parts to the whole, with comment and Q/A after each component? * Begin with the SFTF presentation and recommendations where the majority of citizen input is likely to be focused. Lacking the FAQ component contained within the RCA agenda materials this would provide the opportunity to introduce them into the discussion and get this important component into the official minutes. * The ParkMobile presentation is appropriate to the discussion on how the City would be moving ahead with the logistics of making eParking Meters happen as our vendor. * The ordinance change which confirms that the SFTF recommendations are adopted by the City. Policy H1 - Ramsey County EDA * Is FA a current participant (opted in) of the RC HRA? Policy H2 - Broadband * can NineNorth CEO include comments in support/explanation of this during his informational presentation that is the first item on our agenda. Maybe part of a Q&A from Council after the presentation so that we can refer to those answers and quickly move this item? Policy H3 - iWorQ * the discussion should include information on how this software vendor's services are used by FH and the benefits. * How many iWorQ applications does FH use? Thanks for all that you do everyday for the City of Falcon Heights and our residents! Regards, Randy Gustafson Mayor, City of Falcon Heights ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, March 21, 2025 5:05 PM Cc: Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org>; Hannah B. Lynch <hannah.b.lynch@falconheights.org>; Colin Callahan <colin.callahan@falconheights.org>; Roland Olson <roland.olson@falconheights.org> ; Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org>; Andrea McDowell Poehler <apoehler@ck-law.com>; Erik Henricksen <Erik.Henricksen@cityofroseville.com>; Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.o rg> Subject: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Mayor and Council, Here is the link to the Wednesday, March 26th City Council meeting at 7PM: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5802 Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns! Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250324132633,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_73.eml Hi Georgiana, It's definitely a balancing act as the annotations are really deep in to the weeds and not necessary for voting on the ordinance/contracting with ParkMobile, but as we know there is a general desire to have a lot of answers ready. My general thought is to provide the presentation handouts with notes as the printout for the meeting. See attached. I don't see harm in the public seeing these notes, but if there is a different vision for this I'm open to suggestions. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2025 3:59 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: presentation here Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, I realize that you have a really large packet for the Council meeting next week, but wondered how the information in the annotated presentation would be communicated to the Council? Thanks, Georgiana On Fri, Mar 21, 2025 at 9:38 AM Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Jack, Here's the edited presentation as a PP and a .pdf. I believe I've incorporated all the changes requested. I ask that you communicate clearly to the Council that the presentation incorporates all the points of agreement from the joint meeting and that were listed in our March 19 meeting packet. This is a complex effort and we are putting it together for the first time. My feeling is that some tensions that have arisen recently are due to miscommunication and misunderstanding, not ill-intent, but I do also ask that all Council respect the SFTF efforts. There are issues that were not resolved at the joint workshop and that have been raised since the joint workshop. In an effort to improve communication between the SFTF, Council and staff, I have annotated the presentation in the comments section of many of the slides. I suggest that all of you on this email comment on these issues and that the final annotated version be provided to the Council (only) before the public hearing Council meeting next Wednesday. It's a work in progress. Thanks, Georgiana Slide 1 Millions of people go to the MN State Fair Many will drive They need a place to park Slide 2 State Fair Task Force: e-meter parking • Chair 2024:Mona McGarthwaite • Vice Chair 2024: Nicole Porter • Secretary: Jennifer Johnson • Members: Ross Allard, Tom Brace, Rice’ Davis, Alice Hausman, Georgiana May, Jennifer Paulus, Tom Prather • Staff Liaison: Jack Linehan • Council Liaison: Paula Mielke State FTF has been meeting since 2022-23 to improve lives of Falcon Heights residents during the tme of the SF. We have been working since Sept. 2024 to increase resources to Falcon Heights to remediate impacts of the SF. - The e-meter parking program is one avenue to generate resources, other approaches at the State level are being addressed through our Legislators. Slide 3 Rationale for e -meter parking program NO e-parking Streets full of parked cars $100 –200,000 new revenue Improved parking compliance Parking Ambassadors YES e-parking Streets full of parked cars Wear and tear on streets, Expense of porta-potties, extra police and staff time. We g et: Slide 4 Overview: e-meter parking program Zone 23456 Zone 23457 Zone 23458 On-going work: Set the Zones before issuing resident passes. • Zones should be set to allow Parking Ambassadors or SAPD to compare a parked vehicle license plate with a relatively short list of license plates. • Zones will also be helpful in generating a dataset after the SF to evaluate levels of use of emeter parking. Small areas that may need additional work: • There are small areas in which SF parking permits are used. Assessments by SFTF members suggests that parking for apartments along Larpenteur is sufficient for these apartment residents using the permit and surface parking. • Houses along Larpenteur’s south side have sufficient parking on the alley. How about the north side? • Townhomes on Arona have 2-car garages and additional driveway space but some may need resident passes? • Individuals with disabilities –FH could provide signs to reserve “handicapped” parking places convenient to the individual’s residence? Perhaps the resident would provide evidence of a handicapped parking hanger or license plate when signing up for a pass? Allow a proxy to obtain the pass? Slide 5 Overview: e-meter parking program • Each household in affected areasmay obtain one resident pass for one vehicle. Good for the 12 days of the Fair. • Visitors pay $25 for their parking spot per day . • ParkMobile provides signs, software, and training for staff. • Parking Ambassadors will be hired and trained to welcome and aid visitors and will monitor parking compliance. • St. Anthony Police will issue parking violation tickets. • We expect to generate $100,000 –200,000 in new revenue. • Offset expenses the city incurs from Fair traffic. • Hire Parking Ambassadors –employment opportunities. • Revenue used for the benefit of all FH residents. On-going work: • Deciding on the method for obtaining resident passes. SFTF suggests that the method minimize staff time and stress. • Deciding on the number of Parking Ambassadors, their hours and working conditions. How will support – rest breaks, water, cooling, be handled? Slide 6 • Provides temporary e-meter parking in many major MN cities. • Provides signs for affected areas, we install them. • Provides software and account management team. • Trains staff and Parking Ambassadors on software. • Returns 80% of proceeds to Falcon Heights. • Contract is for 3 years, adjustments can be made. Slide 7 For Northeast and Northomeresidents: • At City Hall, obtain one free resident pass, for one vehicle, registered to the license plate. • Good for 12 days of State Fair. • Park in your neighborhood. • NOT a reserved slot –get out early! • No change to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. 20250324145416,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_74.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Ah, I wouldn’t give the handout with notes to the public because it is way too much detail and thus, will mostly generate a lot of confusion. (Plus the pundits who will pummel you with their criticisms about those points w/o understanding them). As you note, these aren’t necessary for voting on the contract or ordinance. Since it will take some additional work of the Council to get these details ironed out, would it be ok to provide those to Council for those sessions in which they will address these details? My goal was to hand off the work the SFTF has done and summarize the points Council still needs to address. Georgiana On Mon, Mar 24, 2025 at 1:26 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Georgiana, It's definitely a balancing act as the annotations are really deep in to the weeds and not necessary for voting on the ordinance/contracting with ParkMobile, but as we know there is a general desire to have a lot of answers ready. My general thought is to provide the presentation handouts with notes as the printout for the meeting. See attached. I don't see harm in the public seeing these notes, but if there is a different vision for this I'm open to suggestions. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2025 3:59 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: presentation here Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, I realize that you have a really large packet for the Council meeting next week, but wondered how the information in the annotated presentation would be communicated to the Council? Thanks, Georgiana On Fri, Mar 21, 2025 at 9:38 AM Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Jack, Here's the edited presentation as a PP and a .pdf. I believe I've incorporated all the changes requested. I ask that you communicate clearly to the Council that the presentation incorporates all the points of agreement from the joint meeting and that were listed in our March 19 meeting packet. This is a complex effort and we are putting it together for the first time. My feeling is that some tensions that have arisen recently are due to miscommunication and misunderstanding, not ill-intent, but I do also ask that all Council respect the SFTF efforts. There are issues that were not resolved at the joint workshop and that have been raised since the joint workshop. In an effort to improve communication between the SFTF, Council and staff, I have annotated the presentation in the comments section of many of the slides. I suggest that all of you on this email comment on these issues and that the final annotated version be provided to the Council (only) before the public hearing Council meeting next Wednesday. It's a work in progress. Thanks, Georgiana 20250324152022,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu_75.eml I think the annotations are helpful for council at a workshop meeting, not council meeting. I also think the annotations raise more questions for general public. I prefer that the handout is presentation only. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, March 24, 2025 1:26 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: presentation here Hi Georgiana, It's definitely a balancing act as the annotations are really deep in to the weeds and not necessary for voting on the ordinance/contracting with ParkMobile, but as we know there is a general desire to have a lot of answers ready. My general thought is to provide the presentation handouts with notes as the printout for the meeting. See attached. I don't see harm in the public seeing these notes, but if there is a different vision for this I'm open to suggestions. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2025 3:59 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: presentation here Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, I realize that you have a really large packet for the Council meeting next week, but wondered how the information in the annotated presentation would be communicated to the Council? Thanks, Georgiana On Fri, Mar 21, 2025 at 9:38 AM Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Jack, Here's the edited presentation as a PP and a .pdf. I believe I've incorporated all the changes requested. I ask that you communicate clearly to the Council that the presentation incorporates all the points of agreement from the joint meeting and that were listed in our March 19 meeting packet. This is a complex effort and we are putting it together for the first time. My feeling is that some tensions that have arisen recently are due to miscommunication and misunderstanding, not ill-intent, but I do also ask that all Council respect the SFTF efforts. There are issues that were not resolved at the joint workshop and that have been raised since the joint workshop. In an effort to improve communication between the SFTF, Council and staff, I have annotated the presentation in the comments section of many of the slides. I suggest that all of you on this email comment on these issues and that the final annotated version be provided to the Council (only) before the public hearing Council meeting next Wednesday. It's a work in progress. Thanks, Georgiana 20250324152404,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_76.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Agree. The PP has all the necessary information for the public, and we’ve honed that through feedback. Georgiana On Mon, Mar 24, 2025 at 3:20 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: I think the annotations are helpful for council at a workshop meeting, not council meeting. I also think the annotations raise more questions for general public. I prefer that the handout is presentation only. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Monday, March 24, 2025 1:26 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley @hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: presentation here Hi Georgiana, It's definitely a balancing act as the annotations are really deep in to the weeds and not necessary for voting on the ordinance/contracting with ParkMobile, but as we know there is a general desire to have a lot of answers ready. My general thought is to provide the presentation handouts with notes as the printout for the meeting. See attached. I don't see harm in the public seeing these notes, but if there is a different vision for this I'm open to suggestions. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2025 3:59 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: presentation here Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, I realize that you have a really large packet for the Council meeting next week, but wondered how the information in the annotated presentation would be communicated to the Council? Thanks, Georgiana On Fri, Mar 21, 2025 at 9:38 AM Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Jack, Here's the edited presentation as a PP and a .pdf. I believe I've incorporated all the changes requested. I ask that you communicate clearly to the Council that the presentation incorporates all the points of agreement from the joint meeting and that were listed in our March 19 meeting packet. This is a complex effort and we are putting it together for the first time. My feeling is that some tensions that have arisen recently are due to miscommunication and misunderstanding, not ill-intent, but I do also ask that all Council respect the SFTF efforts. There are issues that were not resolved at the joint workshop and that have been raised since the joint workshop. In an effort to improve communication between the SFTF, Council and staff, I have annotated the presentation in the comments section of many of the slides. I suggest that all of you on this email comment on these issues and that the final annotated version be provided to the Council (only) before the public hearing Council meeting next Wednesday. It's a work in progress. Thanks, Georgiana 20250324161103,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Randy Gustafson randy.gustafson@falconheights.org_77.eml Hi Mayor, Kelly is going through and will remove pages as requested. We add the blank pages as an agenda item separator to note the transition of items, not necessarily in reference to how it prints if double sided. Moving forward we could just print the packet single sided and remove the blanks until we get towards paper free packets, as it will differ for each packet how the item separators fall double sided. For the questions, my notes below in red. ________________________________ From: Randy Gustafson <randy.gustafson@falconheights.org> Sent: Saturday, March 22, 2025 5:02 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Have some questions regarding the upcoming agenda, along with some formatting suggestions. Formatting suggestions to make the printed version work with front/back of 2sided printing with intention of minimizing front side being a blank page (cpg = current page of 3/21/25 public agenda), impact of early edits are accounted for in later in the document suggestions. * move cpg 3 to pg 4 as this moves RCA introducing Presentation D1 to front facing and places NineNorth facts on one sheet * delete cpg 7 (blank) which places Minutes front facing, this also places the Public Hearing F1 to front facing later in the document * add blank page to pg 26, this keeps ParkMobile presentation pg 1 front facing * delete cpg 75 which starts Payables on front facing page * delete cpg 86 which then starts G2 on front facing page * delete cpg 89 which then starts G3 on front facing page * delete cpg 106 which then starts H3 on front facing page * delete cpg 113 (may be a character return/spacing item on 112) in order to get iWorQ Appendix A to begin on front facing page Have the following questions about items on the 3/26/2025 Agenda: Public Hearing - would it be appropriate to conduct the hearing as three parts to the whole, with comment and Q/A after each component? I would advise the public hearing be on the proposal as a whole, with the main focus on the two actions Council is being asked to weigh in on: 1) Adopting an ordinance that would modify city code to allow for e-meters and 2) Directing staff to finalize and negotiate a contract with ParkMobile. The Council is not being asked to adopt the SFTF proposals on 3/26, which is an important albeit somewhat controversial point, but rather take action on the two items. There will need to be future council action as well, such as modifying the fee schedule, adopting a resolution stating which streets it will be on, and likely a policy change to our administrative manual where we spell out the complimentary pass process to add it to parking policy. This will be done through future workshops/meetings, with also the discussion of what council wants to decide on vs. what to request the task force to work on or provide recommendations for. * Begin with the SFTF presentation and recommendations where the majority of citizen input is likely to be focused. Lacking the FAQ component contained within the RCA agenda materials this would provide the opportunity to introduce them into the discussion and get this important component into the official minutes. * The ParkMobile presentation is appropriate to the discussion on how the City would be moving ahead with the logistics of making eParking Meters happen as our vendor. We included the ParkMobile presentation as additional resources / info on how they operate, but the plan isn't to have them present the proposal. Staff can and should answer most questions on it, but I believe Rob plans to attend if Council has a question best for them. * The ordinance change which confirms that the SFTF recommendations are adopted by the City. Policy H1 - Ramsey County EDA * Is FA a current participant (opted in) of the RC HRA? Yes, we participate in the HRA. Only North St. Paul in Ramsey County doesn't, I believe, and they do their own HRA levy / have an HRA board. Policy H2 - Broadband * can NineNorth CEO include comments in support/explanation of this during his informational presentation that is the first item on our agenda. Maybe part of a Q&A from Council after the presentation so that we can refer to those answers and quickly move this item? Yes, Jeff can likely share some info on the broadband bills during the Q&A Policy H3 - iWorQ * the discussion should include information on how this software vendor's services are used by FH and the benefits. Absolutely, happy to discuss that during the presentation. We have been using iWorQ since 2022 and have had great success for our $4K/year cost-- it's cut walk-in traffic significantly and most of our permits are done online. This new charge would be $900 annually after the one-time $500 implementation. * How many iWorQ applications does FH use? We use two: one for building permits, and one for code violations. We've explored adding rental licensing/business licensing as well. A front-end example of our iWorQ portal can be explored here: https://falconheights.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/falconheights Thanks for all that you do everyday for the City of Falcon Heights and our residents! Regards, Randy Gustafson Mayor, City of Falcon Heights ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, March 21, 2025 5:05 PM Cc: Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org>; Hannah B. Lynch <hannah.b.lynch@falconheights.org>; Colin Callahan <colin.callahan@falconheights.org>; Roland Olson <roland.olson@falconheights.org> ; Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org>; Andrea McDowell Poehler <apoehler@ck-law.com>; Erik Henricksen <Erik.Henricksen@cityofroseville.com>; Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.o rg> Subject: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Mayor and Council, Here is the link to the Wednesday, March 26th City Council meeting at 7PM: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5802 Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns! Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250324204534,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_78.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I agree Sent from my iPhone On Mar 24, 2025, at 3:24 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> wrote: Agree. The PP has all the necessary information for the public, and we’ve honed that through feedback. Georgiana On Mon, Mar 24, 2025 at 3:20 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: I think the annotations are helpful for council at a workshop meeting, not council meeting. I also think the annotations raise more questions for general public. I prefer that the handout is presentation only. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Monday, March 24, 2025 1:26 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley @hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: presentation here Hi Georgiana, It's definitely a balancing act as the annotations are really deep in to the weeds and not necessary for voting on the ordinance/contracting with ParkMobile, but as we know there is a general desire to have a lot of answers ready. My general thought is to provide the presentation handouts with notes as the printout for the meeting. See attached. I don't see harm in the public seeing these notes, but if there is a different vision for this I'm open to suggestions. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2025 3:59 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: presentation here Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, I realize that you have a really large packet for the Council meeting next week, but wondered how the information in the annotated presentation would be communicated to the Council? Thanks, Georgiana On Fri, Mar 21, 2025 at 9:38 AM Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Jack, Here's the edited presentation as a PP and a .pdf. I believe I've incorporated all the changes requested. I ask that you communicate clearly to the Council that the presentation incorporates all the points of agreement from the joint meeting and that were listed in our March 19 meeting packet. This is a complex effort and we are putting it together for the first time. My feeling is that some tensions that have arisen recently are due to miscommunication and misunderstanding, not ill-intent, but I do also ask that all Council respect the SFTF efforts. There are issues that were not resolved at the joint workshop and that have been raised since the joint workshop. In an effort to improve communication between the SFTF, Council and staff, I have annotated the presentation in the comments section of many of the slides. I suggest that all of you on this email comment on these issues and that the final annotated version be provided to the Council (only) before the public hearing Council meeting next Wednesday. It's a work in progress. Thanks, Georgiana 20250325173520,s majerus surejam2000@yahoo.com,mail@falconheights.org, s majerus surejam2000@yahoo.com_79.eml You don't often get email from surejam2000@yahoo.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Plan On being there but wanted to write out my thoughts and ideas. Stakeholders Whenever proposing a change you should go thru the pros and cons of the change by stakeholder's .Where's your impact findings by stakeholder - home owner, apartment rental, business, and visitors. Current state Did you do a high level survey by scoping out the streets and see how many have parked cars on street to determine usage ? Example my street has minimum 3 cars park daily, Whereas, street one block up there is always 8 or more depending on time parked regularly. Does the Snelling/larpenteur study feed into this project? Larpenteur & Snelling Corridor Development Study | Falcon Heights, MN<https://www.falconheights.org/government/community-development-planning-and-zoning/larpenteur-snelling-corridor-development-study #ad-image-0> I have one car in garage and 2 in driveway. Impact when family or friends come over can I use my one permit to park family or friend cars or is it restricted to my car only based on license plate number! So I park family cars on the street all the time now so with the new plan I only get one permit and residents will have to pay $$ each time they come to park on the street? I could move over to St Paul but it's an inconvenience for me as a home owner. 1381 Iowa ave west Apartments rental New plan doesn't treat all residents the same because the existing permit areas stay the same and have better advantage and access. Meaning they have a defined reserved area for parking . On the other hand it's important to take into account the apartments and rental . But if they have more cars they would have to park and pay in the meter area. You need to learn If the permit parking still uses additional parking on the street, hence they would need to pay. Como connects services the seniors at the falcon heights 55 plus building with various services. Yes they have a few visitor spots but many times they are full and we need to park California street . So now we would need to pay 25.00? Revenue So will the potential revenue be assigned to area where the $$ were collected? So $$ could be used for road repair , but what share goes to city cost and what $$ reduces resident fees of road repairs or projects. Parking app Will you allow the reserved option in the app? There has been known fraud with parking apps- not their fault- It happen to me I was charged for parking and it was not me- had to replace credit card. Liability issues and or unknown . Will the app automatically save credit card which we don't want. How does the city currently use the revenue from state fair parking double fines ? Where does $$ go to General Fund if so .Why not road repairs ? Resources Staff impact and costs. ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. What is the cost of the city for their roles and duties ? Impact on staff time ? How about the time and effort in providing residents permits . Many times the city says they don't have enough staff. In your brainstorming session to acquire $$ revenue during state fair what were your ideas such as ... Did you go back to the table and request $$ from state fair and what justification? Roseville get $$ from the state fair but the City of Roseville approves the various park & ride locations used by the Fair in the city, and for the last several years have received some compensation from the State Fair for the added parking enforcement around the sites. Maybe you can take a cut or additional fee above permit from the businesses that park cars currently. Those functions draw in more cars and impact roads. Grant writing? Do you have knowledgeable staff that can research and apply for grants to acquire revenue. Why doesn't the city start parking cars at city hall ? I hope my UPS postal truck does not have to pay for parking while delivering mail Thank you I don't support the e-parking . Maybe trim down and start with a small test area. Sue Majerus Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone<https://mail.onelink.me/107872968?pid=nativeplacement&c=Global_Acquisition_YMktg_315_Internal_EmailSignature&af_sub1=Acquisition&af_sub2=Global_YMktg&af_sub3=&af_sub4= 100000604&af_sub5=EmailSignature__Static_> 20250325183753,Randy Gustafson randy.gustafson@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_80.eml Jack, Apologies for delay in response due to Xfinity service maintenance activity in my neighborhood that interrupted access to internet Tuesday morning, and the life/technology balance inherent with volunteer citizen supplied technology to meet cyber security protocols. Thank you for the clarifications on the Public Hearing purpose which I now understand are the two action items requested of Council: (1) Ordinance Change/s to provide for eMeter Parking; and (2) Ability of City Administrator to negotiate an eMeter service provider contract with ParkMobile. I will do my best to clarify this during my remarks introducing/framing the Public Hearing process, and throughout the Hearing. I hope that my formatting suggestions for Wednesday's Agenda printing DO NOT LEAD TO SINGLE SIDED PRINTING OF COUNCIL DOCUMENTS IN THE FUTURE. I only make these suggestions to assist in the effort to reduce paper waste/consumption while increasing readability and user understanding when using double-sided printing to conserve paper. Thanks for clarifications on the "policy" items - just wanted to bring thoughts to your attention ahead of time. Regards, Randy Gustafson Mayor, City of Falcon Heights ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, March 24, 2025 4:11 PM To: Randy Gustafson <randy.gustafson@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Hi Mayor, Kelly is going through and will remove pages as requested. We add the blank pages as an agenda item separator to note the transition of items, not necessarily in reference to how it prints if double sided. Moving forward we could just print the packet single sided and remove the blanks until we get towards paper free packets, as it will differ for each packet how the item separators fall double sided. For the questions, my notes below in red. ________________________________ From: Randy Gustafson <randy.gustafson@falconheights.org> Sent: Saturday, March 22, 2025 5:02 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Have some questions regarding the upcoming agenda, along with some formatting suggestions. Formatting suggestions to make the printed version work with front/back of 2sided printing with intention of minimizing front side being a blank page (cpg = current page of 3/21/25 public agenda), impact of early edits are accounted for in later in the document suggestions. * move cpg 3 to pg 4 as this moves RCA introducing Presentation D1 to front facing and places NineNorth facts on one sheet * delete cpg 7 (blank) which places Minutes front facing, this also places the Public Hearing F1 to front facing later in the document * add blank page to pg 26, this keeps ParkMobile presentation pg 1 front facing * delete cpg 75 which starts Payables on front facing page * delete cpg 86 which then starts G2 on front facing page * delete cpg 89 which then starts G3 on front facing page * delete cpg 106 which then starts H3 on front facing page * delete cpg 113 (may be a character return/spacing item on 112) in order to get iWorQ Appendix A to begin on front facing page Have the following questions about items on the 3/26/2025 Agenda: Public Hearing - would it be appropriate to conduct the hearing as three parts to the whole, with comment and Q/A after each component? I would advise the public hearing be on the proposal as a whole, with the main focus on the two actions Council is being asked to weigh in on: 1) Adopting an ordinance that would modify city code to allow for e-meters and 2) Directing staff to finalize and negotiate a contract with ParkMobile. The Council is not being asked to adopt the SFTF proposals on 3/26, which is an important albeit somewhat controversial point, but rather take action on the two items. There will need to be future council action as well, such as modifying the fee schedule, adopting a resolution stating which streets it will be on, and likely a policy change to our administrative manual where we spell out the complimentary pass process to add it to parking policy. This will be done through future workshops/meetings, with also the discussion of what council wants to decide on vs. what to request the task force to work on or provide recommendations for. * Begin with the SFTF presentation and recommendations where the majority of citizen input is likely to be focused. Lacking the FAQ component contained within the RCA agenda materials this would provide the opportunity to introduce them into the discussion and get this important component into the official minutes. * The ParkMobile presentation is appropriate to the discussion on how the City would be moving ahead with the logistics of making eParking Meters happen as our vendor. We included the ParkMobile presentation as additional resources / info on how they operate, but the plan isn't to have them present the proposal. Staff can and should answer most questions on it, but I believe Rob plans to attend if Council has a question best for them. * The ordinance change which confirms that the SFTF recommendations are adopted by the City. Policy H1 - Ramsey County EDA * Is FA a current participant (opted in) of the RC HRA? Yes, we participate in the HRA. Only North St. Paul in Ramsey County doesn't, I believe, and they do their own HRA levy / have an HRA board. Policy H2 - Broadband * can NineNorth CEO include comments in support/explanation of this during his informational presentation that is the first item on our agenda. Maybe part of a Q&A from Council after the presentation so that we can refer to those answers and quickly move this item? Yes, Jeff can likely share some info on the broadband bills during the Q&A Policy H3 - iWorQ * the discussion should include information on how this software vendor's services are used by FH and the benefits. Absolutely, happy to discuss that during the presentation. We have been using iWorQ since 2022 and have had great success for our $4K/year cost-- it's cut walk-in traffic significantly and most of our permits are done online. This new charge would be $900 annually after the one-time $500 implementation. * How many iWorQ applications does FH use? We use two: one for building permits, and one for code violations. We've explored adding rental licensing/business licensing as well. A front-end example of our iWorQ portal can be explored here: https://falconheights.portal.iworq.net/portalhome/falconheights Thanks for all that you do everyday for the City of Falcon Heights and our residents! Regards, Randy Gustafson Mayor, City of Falcon Heights ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, March 21, 2025 5:05 PM Cc: Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org>; Hannah B. Lynch <hannah.b.lynch@falconheights.org>; Colin Callahan <colin.callahan@falconheights.org>; Roland Olson <roland.olson@falconheights.org> ; Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org>; Andrea McDowell Poehler <apoehler@ck-law.com>; Erik Henricksen <Erik.Henricksen@cityofroseville.com>; Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.o rg> Subject: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Packet Mayor and Council, Here is the link to the Wednesday, March 26th City Council meeting at 7PM: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5802 Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns! Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250326122341,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_81.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. This looks great. I will have some availability after 3. I'll give you a call. Is there a time that works best for you? Best, Rob On Tue, Mar 25, 2025 at 10:27 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Here's a link to the packet. This could be a long meeting. https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5802 I'm available after 3 if you want to talk in advance of the meeting. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250326170956,CRAIG TACHENY cttacheny@gmail.com,mail@falconheights.org_82.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hello, My name is Craig Tacheny. My wife and I live at 1403 California Ave. I am writing to submit my questions and comments in relation to the proposal for E-meter parking during the 2025 State Fair. * Can you explain how the estimate of $100,000-$200,000 for the City was generated? That is quite broad, a difference of 100%. * Is the estimate of $100,000 - $200,000 revenue, or net after any expenses? * Will ParkMobile provide a minimum revenue guarantee for this proposed partnership? * If the app stops working for an extended period of time, for any reason, does the City get any compensation for lost revenue? * Who is responsible for paying Parking Ambassadors? City of ParkMobile? * Can a single parking spot be reserved more than once/day? Most people do not spend the entire day at the Fair and spots could become available to generate revenue more than once/day. * What is the police department's role in this whole process? I will also be attending the public comment session this evening. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Craig Tacheny 20250327103301,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_83.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Is the attorney still available tomorrow, at 1:30? Best, Rob On Fri, Mar 21, 2025 at 5:13 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I spoke to our attorney, and he'd be available Weds-Fri next week after 10AM CST if your attorney had time to connect. His info is: James J. Mongé III Attorney CAMPBELL KNUTSON, P.A. Grand Oak Office Center I 860 Blue Gentian Road, Suite 290 Eagan, MN 55121 Phone: (651) 234-6201 ● Fax: (651) 234-6237 jmonge@ck-law.com<mailto:jmonge@ck-law.com> ● www.ck-law.com<http://www.ck-law.com/> We've got time on this, as Council's requested action is to authorize me to sign and finalize a contract. So, if the attorneys need a week or two to revise stuff it shouldn't push us off track. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2025 10:56 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's the updated contract w/ our attorney's redlines. It may be best from here to have the attorneys connect directly to work out any details. Let me know if you all are available for a meeting. Best, Rob On Wed, Mar 19, 2025 at 11:53 AM Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> wrote: I've got it. I'll review and get back to you soon. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Wed, Mar 19, 2025, 8:22 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Attached is the revised contract with our attorney edits. Please review with your legal team and let us know if the changes are acceptable. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, March 7, 2025 9:32 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, I'll be there! Great news on the contract front. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Mar 7, 2025, 9:31 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I hope all is well! Our City Attorney is still working through the contract, and once I have the revisions I will get you a copy for your legal team. We have a public hearing at on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM to discuss the issue. Is there a chance you or someone from ParkMobile could be in attendance at the meeting? We'll handle the presentation, but it would be good for technical assistance on very specific questions. We could set up a call in advance of the meeting to discuss more. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 3:35 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Falcon Heights Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, I've attached the contract below. I want to advise you of a small correction. The transaction fee for a zone event parking session is 15%, which is different from a zone hourly session ($0.40). You will still get the $0.40 transaction fee for hourly parking sessions. The 15% applies to the all day flat rate. I hope that clarifies the fee structure. An hourly transaction would be $0.40 + MOR. For an event transaction of $25.00, the zone event transaction fee is 15% ($3.75) + the MOR fee (3% + 0.20) = $4.06. The $4.06 would come out of the parking amount. If you've got any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250327103416,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_84.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, It was great to be at the meeting last night. That was fun. Let me know if there's anything you all need from me. Jack, I just reached out in the other thread regarding the attorney meeting (re: contract). Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250327154639,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falco_85.eml Thanks Rob! While our attorneys sort out the contract, would your communications team be able to get us some materials to help us with public announcements? Getting a lot of press inquiries. Thank you! Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 10:34 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Congratulations on Step 1! Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, It was great to be at the meeting last night. That was fun. Let me know if there's anything you all need from me. Jack, I just reached out in the other thread regarding the attorney meeting (re: contract). Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250327194224,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Elke Johnson elke.johnson@falconheights.org, Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@_86.eml Mayor and Council, I've been getting feedback that the original story the Fox9 newsroom published inaccurately represented that the full proposal had been approved as presented. The reporter who was on site tried to correct the original report in the 5PM video story and we've requested the newsroom update the original video. We're getting comments/questions from residents and I am sure you are, too. To help cut down the confusion, I am proposing sending out an email update tonight at 10PM to our subscribers and the updated FAQ. Please review and provide me any concerns you may have prior to it's scheduled publishing at 10PM. I will also update the SFTF prior to launch. *Note, the website edits won't go live until after 10PM. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM. Over 80 residents attended the public hearing, with 34 residents providing public comment and over 20 residents submitting written comments. The Falcon Heights City Council was extremely appreciative of the civility in which neighbors supported each other as they heard differing opinions on the topic. The full https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/viewer.php?streamid=7693video from the public hearing is available here starting at the 22:30 minute mark. Following the public hearing and lengthy discussion, the City Council took the following actions: Approved an ordinance that modifies city code to allow for e-meters. Authorized approving a contract with ParkMobile to be the vendor to provide e-meters. The City Council and the State Fair Task Force will use the testimony from residents on the impacts the original proposal could have on their households to build a plan that addresses the needs and concerns of residents. The following items have not been voted on, and need future action and further consideration: How many resident passes each household will get, and who is eligible for the passes. Whether resident passes are tied to a license plate, or whether they are e-passes or physical passes. Which streets or neighborhoods are designated for e-meter parking, and when the e-meters would be in effect. The amount visitors pay to use the e-meters. These items will all require future action by the City Council as the plan is continued to be built out. An updated FAQ and additional information is available here: https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkinghttps://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking E-Meter FAQs (UPDATED 3/27/25) What action did the City Council take at the March 26th City Council meeting? Following the public hearing, the City Council unanimously approved two motions at the March 26th City Council meeting: Approved Ordinance 25-01 which modifies Chapter 46 of City Code to include Sec 46-29 Establishment of Parking Zones using electronic payment systems (e-meters). Approved Resolution 25-25 which authorizes the ParkMobile to serve as the vendor for e-meter parking. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the proposal? Yes, City Council Members commented during discussion that resident concerns need to be further evaluated in the next steps, which will include: Amending the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.) to clarify: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for, and who would be eligible. How passes will be distributed, and in what format they will be (i.e. e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. Adopting an annual resolution specifying where e-meter parking will be implemented, and during which times it is in effect. Amending the fee schedule to set the rate for visitors parking. Adjusting the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Did City Council approve authorizing one pass per household? This has not been voted on yet. City Council will continue to review the testimony provided and work with the State Fair Task Force to consider modifications of the plan as originally presented. When is the next discussion on e-meters? City Council will discuss the feedback from the public hearing as well as the next steps at their workshop meeting on Wednesday, April 2nd at 6:30 p.m. This will be a live streamed meeting available https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/typeview.php?regionid=97&typeid=1here. Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair. To generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? We still welcome them, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid Fair-goers. We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? This has not been voted on yet. The proposal includes the Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more than 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How will fair goers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas. We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. Parking Ambassadors can help. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fair goers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. Could rates vary, based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via Park Mobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city and improve parking enforcement in the neighborhoods. Will residents need to pay to park? All households on a street with e-meters would be eligible to obtain one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. These passes would be available at City Hall, and are registered to the license plate of the vehicle. How will the city know whether a person has paid? Park Mobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Parking fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. How much will it cost our city to implement? There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction, and there is no capital expense. Park Mobile provides all the signage at no cost. Why Park Mobile? We explored temporary parking meters, but this is a much easier option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with Park Mobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the Park Mobile website, pay by text, or simply call Park Mobile. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? No proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue be parking on one-side only during the fair? Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full time, year-round? The proposal at this time is just for during the Minnesota State Fair. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. Will e-meter signs be up all year long? Staff’s plan is to install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the 12 days each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists and add additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. Neighboring cities may want to charge for street parking as well. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Take out that anger? The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that won’t reach everyone. There will be a lot of signage. Paying for event parking isn’t unusual. 20250327201057,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,'Georgiana May' gmay@umn.edu_87.eml Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 7:42 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Mayor and Council, I've been getting feedback that the original story the Fox9 newsroom published inaccurately represented that the full proposal had been approved as presented. The reporter who was on site tried to correct the original report in the 5PM video story and we've requested the newsroom update the original video. We're getting comments/questions from residents and I am sure you are, too. To help cut down the confusion, I am proposing sending out an email update tonight at 10PM to our subscribers and the updated FAQ. Please review and provide me any concerns you may have prior to it's scheduled publishing at 10PM. I will also update the SFTF prior to launch. *Note, the website edits won't go live until after 10PM. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th at 7PM. Over 80 residents attended the public hearing, with 34 residents providing public comment and over 20 residents submitting written comments. The Falcon Heights City Council was extremely appreciative of the civility in which neighbors supported each other as they heard differing opinions on the topic. The full https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/viewer.php?streamid=7693video from the public hearing is available here starting at the 22:30 minute mark. Following the public hearing and lengthy discussion, the City Council took the following actions: Approved an ordinance that modifies city code to allow for e-meters. Authorized approving a contract with ParkMobile to be the vendor to provide e-meters. The City Council and the State Fair Task Force will use the testimony from residents on the impacts the original proposal could have on their households to build a plan that addresses the needs and concerns of residents. The following items have not been voted on, and need future action and further consideration: How many resident passes each household will get, and who is eligible for the passes. Whether resident passes are tied to a license plate, or whether they are e-passes or physical passes. Which streets or neighborhoods are designated for e-meter parking, and when the e-meters would be in effect. The amount visitors pay to use the e-meters. These items will all require future action by the City Council as the plan is continued to be built out. An updated FAQ and additional information is available here: https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkinghttps://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking E-Meter FAQs (UPDATED 3/27/25) What action did the City Council take at the March 26th City Council meeting? Following the public hearing, the City Council unanimously approved two motions at the March 26th City Council meeting: Approved Ordinance 25-01 which modifies Chapter 46 of City Code to include Sec 46-29 Establishment of Parking Zones using electronic payment systems (e-meters). Approved Resolution 25-25 which authorizes the ParkMobile to serve as the vendor for e-meter parking. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the proposal? Yes, City Council Members commented during discussion that resident concerns need to be further evaluated in the next steps, which will include: Amending the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.) to clarify: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for, and who would be eligible. How passes will be distributed, and in what format they will be (i.e. e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. Adopting an annual resolution specifying where e-meter parking will be implemented, and during which times it is in effect. Amending the fee schedule to set the rate for visitors parking. Adjusting the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Did City Council approve authorizing one pass per household? This has not been voted on yet. City Council will continue to review the testimony provided and work with the State Fair Task Force to consider modifications of the plan as originally presented. When is the next discussion on e-meters? City Council will discuss the feedback from the public hearing as well as the next steps at their workshop meeting on Wednesday, April 2nd at 6:30 p.m. This will be a live streamed meeting available https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/typeview.php?regionid=97&typeid=1here. Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? To help cover costs of hosting the Fair. To generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? We still welcome them, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid Fair-goers. We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? This has not been voted on yet. The proposal includes the Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more than 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How will fair goers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many signs which will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas. We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. Parking Ambassadors can help. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fair goers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. Could rates vary, based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via Park Mobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city and improve parking enforcement in the neighborhoods. Will residents need to pay to park? All households on a street with e-meters would be eligible to obtain one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. These passes would be available at City Hall, and are registered to the license plate of the vehicle. How will the city know whether a person has paid? Park Mobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Parking fines double during the State Fair. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. How much will it cost our city to implement? There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction, and there is no capital expense. Park Mobile provides all the signage at no cost. Why Park Mobile? We explored temporary parking meters, but this is a much easier option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with Park Mobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the Park Mobile website, pay by text, or simply call Park Mobile. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? No proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue be parking on one-side only during the fair? Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full time, year-round? The proposal at this time is just for during the Minnesota State Fair. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. Will e-meter signs be up all year long? Staff’s plan is to install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the 12 days each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists and add additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. Neighboring cities may want to charge for street parking as well. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Take out that anger? The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that won’t reach everyone. There will be a lot of signage. Paying for event parking isn’t unusual. 20250327203608,Randy Gustafson randy.gustafson@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Elke Johnson elke.jo_88.eml suggestions on email to residents: on the actions taken by council: 2. Authorized the City to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to be the vendor... suggestions on the website portion to follow shortly Thank You for the extra efforts you are taking to clarify the details missed by media organizations that caused confusion, and to carry facts via communications with the residents of Falcon Heights. Regards, Randy Gustafson Mayor, City of Falcon Heights ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 8:13 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Hello, It was brought to my attention I missed an outdated FAQ, and that item has been updated as: Will residents need to pay to park? * The original proposal included a recommendation to provide each household on a street with e-meters one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. Following the testimony received during the public hearing, City Council will be evaluating whether there needs to be additional passes provided and their format. No action has been taken on passes yet at this time. Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 7:42 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Mayor and Council, I've been getting feedback that the original story the Fox9 newsroom published inaccurately represented that the full proposal had been approved as presented. The reporter who was on site tried to correct the original report in the 5PM video story and we've requested the newsroom update the original video. We're getting comments/questions from residents and I am sure you are, too. To help cut down the confusion, I am proposing sending out an email update tonight at 10PM to our subscribers and the updated FAQ. Please review and provide me any concerns you may have prior to it's scheduled publishing at 10PM. I will also update the SFTF prior to launch. *Note, the website edits won't go live until after 10PM. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250327211335,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_89.eml I propose a much simpler statement that gets to the point quicker: The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. That’s not true. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Without that ordinance, we couldn’t continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to approve a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. The City Council and State Fair Task Force value the input from residents and will use that to develop a formal plan that will be voted on by the City Council at a future meeting. The full video from the public hearing is available here<https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/viewer.php?streamid=7693> starting at the 22:30 minute mark. If you attach the FAQ, download it on your computer and see if it is tagged Cindy Laweski (which I just spelled wrong). I had Chuck proof my draft of the FAQ. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 8:13 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Hello, It was brought to my attention I missed an outdated FAQ, and that item has been updated as: Will residents need to pay to park? * The original proposal included a recommendation to provide each household on a street with e-meters one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. Following the testimony received during the public hearing, City Council will be evaluating whether there needs to be additional passes provided and their format. No action has been taken on passes yet at this time. Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 7:42 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Mayor and Council, I've been getting feedback that the original story the Fox9 newsroom published inaccurately represented that the full proposal had been approved as presented. The reporter who was on site tried to correct the original report in the 5PM video story and we've requested the newsroom update the original video. We're getting comments/questions from residents and I am sure you are, too. To help cut down the confusion, I am proposing sending out an email update tonight at 10PM to our subscribers and the updated FAQ. Please review and provide me any concerns you may have prior to it's scheduled publishing at 10PM. I will also update the SFTF prior to launch. *Note, the website edits won't go live until after 10PM. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250327213916,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_90.eml Thank you for the suggestions-- good ideas to add more on the task force proposal and to shorten some of it. I'll work to incorporate the changes as I'm trying to get all of the council's feedback and a full rewrite will also need to incorporate the rest of the requests. Did you attach the FAQ? I'm a bit confused about the comment at the end. Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 9:13 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ I propose a much simpler statement that gets to the point quicker: The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. That’s not true. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Without that ordinance, we couldn’t continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to approve a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. The City Council and State Fair Task Force value the input from residents and will use that to develop a formal plan that will be voted on by the City Council at a future meeting. The full video from the public hearing is available here<https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/viewer.php?streamid=7693> starting at the 22:30 minute mark. If you attach the FAQ, download it on your computer and see if it is tagged Cindy Laweski (which I just spelled wrong). I had Chuck proof my draft of the FAQ. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 8:13 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Hello, It was brought to my attention I missed an outdated FAQ, and that item has been updated as: Will residents need to pay to park? * The original proposal included a recommendation to provide each household on a street with e-meters one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. Following the testimony received during the public hearing, City Council will be evaluating whether there needs to be additional passes provided and their format. No action has been taken on passes yet at this time. Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 7:42 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Mayor and Council, I've been getting feedback that the original story the Fox9 newsroom published inaccurately represented that the full proposal had been approved as presented. The reporter who was on site tried to correct the original report in the 5PM video story and we've requested the newsroom update the original video. We're getting comments/questions from residents and I am sure you are, too. To help cut down the confusion, I am proposing sending out an email update tonight at 10PM to our subscribers and the updated FAQ. Please review and provide me any concerns you may have prior to it's scheduled publishing at 10PM. I will also update the SFTF prior to launch. *Note, the website edits won't go live until after 10PM. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250327214426,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_91.eml I downloaded the FAQ attached to your email - I texted you a photo to show you how it is labeled on my laptop. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 9:39 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Thank you for the suggestions-- good ideas to add more on the task force proposal and to shorten some of it. I'll work to incorporate the changes as I'm trying to get all of the council's feedback and a full rewrite will also need to incorporate the rest of the requests. Did you attach the FAQ? I'm a bit confused about the comment at the end. Jack ________________________________ From: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 9:13 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ I propose a much simpler statement that gets to the point quicker: The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. That’s not true. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Without that ordinance, we couldn’t continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to approve a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. The City Council and State Fair Task Force value the input from residents and will use that to develop a formal plan that will be voted on by the City Council at a future meeting. The full video from the public hearing is available here<https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/viewer.php?streamid=7693> starting at the 22:30 minute mark. If you attach the FAQ, download it on your computer and see if it is tagged Cindy Laweski (which I just spelled wrong). I had Chuck proof my draft of the FAQ. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 8:13 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Hello, It was brought to my attention I missed an outdated FAQ, and that item has been updated as: Will residents need to pay to park? * The original proposal included a recommendation to provide each household on a street with e-meters one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. Following the testimony received during the public hearing, City Council will be evaluating whether there needs to be additional passes provided and their format. No action has been taken on passes yet at this time. Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 7:42 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Mayor and Council, I've been getting feedback that the original story the Fox9 newsroom published inaccurately represented that the full proposal had been approved as presented. The reporter who was on site tried to correct the original report in the 5PM video story and we've requested the newsroom update the original video. We're getting comments/questions from residents and I am sure you are, too. To help cut down the confusion, I am proposing sending out an email update tonight at 10PM to our subscribers and the updated FAQ. Please review and provide me any concerns you may have prior to it's scheduled publishing at 10PM. I will also update the SFTF prior to launch. *Note, the website edits won't go live until after 10PM. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250327220042,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Elke Johnson elke.johnson@falconheights.org, Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@_92.eml Thank you everyone for great feedback. Attached is a version of the email that incorporates feedback from the responses I've received, which shortens the message and addresses concerns to more specifically reference the media's incorrect reporting on whether the Task Force plan was adopted. I also modified the FAQ slightly with feedback that should incorporate everyone's comments. The update will now go out closer to 10:15PM or 10:30PM. Let me know if there are concerns. Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 7:42 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Mayor and Council, I've been getting feedback that the original story the Fox9 newsroom published inaccurately represented that the full proposal had been approved as presented. The reporter who was on site tried to correct the original report in the 5PM video story and we've requested the newsroom update the original video. We're getting comments/questions from residents and I am sure you are, too. To help cut down the confusion, I am proposing sending out an email update tonight at 10PM to our subscribers and the updated FAQ. Please review and provide me any concerns you may have prior to it's scheduled publishing at 10PM. I will also update the SFTF prior to launch. *Note, the website edits won't go live until after 10PM. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. That’s not true. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide emeters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. The City Council and State Fair Task Force value the input from residents and will use that to develop a formal plan that will be voted on by the City Council at a future meeting. The full video from the public hearing is available here starting at the 22:30 minute mark. An updated FAQ and additional information is available here: https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking E-Meter FAQs (UPDATED 3/27/25) What action did the City Council take at the March 26th City Council meeting? • Following the public hearing, the City Council unanimously approved two motions at the March 26th City Council meeting: 1. Approved Ordinance 25-01 which modifies Chapter 46 of City Code to include Sec 46-29 Establishment of Parking Zones using electronic payment systems (emeters). 2. Approved Resolution 25-25 which authorizes the ParkMobile to serve as the vendor for e-meter parking. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the proposal? • Yes, City Council Members commented during discussion that resident concerns need to be further evaluated in the next steps, which will include: 1. Amending the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.) to clarify: ▪ How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for, and who would be eligible. ▪ How passes will be distributed, and in what format they will be (i.e. epasses, hang tags or other). ▪ Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. 2. Adopting an annual resolution specifying where e-meter parking will be implemented, and during which times it is in effect. 3. Amending the fee schedule to set the rate for visitors parking. 4. Adjusting the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Did City Council approve authorizing one pass per household? • This has not been voted on yet. City Council will continue to review the testimony provided and work with the State Fair Task Force to consider modifications of the plan as originally presented. When is the next discussion on e-meters? • City Council will discuss the feedback from the public hearing as well as the next steps at their workshop meeting on Wednesday, April 2nd at 6:30 p.m. This will be a live streamed meeting available here. Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? • To help cover costs of hosting the Fair. • To generate new revenue that will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? • We still welcome them, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. • Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid Fair-goers. • We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? • This has not been voted on yet. The proposal from the State Fair Task Force includes the Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. • On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. • These large, contiguous areas are highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more than 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? • Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How will fair goers know they need to pay for parking? • ParkMobile provides many signs which will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas. • We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. • Parking Ambassadors can help. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? • The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fair goers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the emeter has expired. Could rates vary, based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? • There are a lot of options via Park Mobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city and improve parking enforcement in the neighborhoods. Will residents need to pay to park? • The State Fair Task Force proposed that each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass for one vehicle good for 12 days from the fair. The Task Force and City Council will use input from residents to evaluate the number and format of passes provided How will the city know whether a person has paid? • Park Mobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. How will parking violations be handled? • Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Parking fines double during the State Fair. • Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed. How much will it cost our city to implement? • There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction, and there is no capital expense. Park Mobile provides all the signage at no cost. Why Park Mobile? • We explored temporary parking meters, but this is a much easier option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with Park Mobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the Park Mobile website, pay by text, or simply call Park Mobile. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? • No proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue be parking on one-side only during the fair? • Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full time, year-round? • The proposal at this time is just for during the Minnesota State Fair. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. Will e-meter signs be up all year long? • Staff’s plan is to install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the 12 days each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists and add additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? • More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. Neighboring cities may want to charge for street parking as well. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? • We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Take out that anger? • The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that won’t reach everyone. There will be a lot of signage. Paying for event parking isn’t unusual. 20250327231613,Randy Gustafson randy.gustafson@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Elke Johnson elke.jo_93.eml in case the sharing deal didn't work attached are my suggestions on the FAQ website items Regards, Randy Gustafson Mayor, City of Falcon Heights ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 11:12 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Hi All, Unfortunately I'm running in to technical difficulties in having the email go out. I've been trying since 10:30, but I can't figure out where it's going wrong. I'll circle up with Elke in the morning, who is much better with the backend of the website than I, and see if the two of us can get something out at a more reasonable hour. In the interim, the page on e-meters has been updated to include the updated version of the message: https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking If you have other changes, feel free to send and we can try to incorporate before it gets sent in the morning. Thank you everyone for the feedback. Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 10:00 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Thank you everyone for great feedback. Attached is a version of the email that incorporates feedback from the responses I've received, which shortens the message and addresses concerns to more specifically reference the media's incorrect reporting on whether the Task Force plan was adopted. I also modified the FAQ slightly with feedback that should incorporate everyone's comments. The update will now go out closer to 10:15PM or 10:30PM. Let me know if there are concerns. Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 7:42 PM Cc: Elke Johnson <elke.johnson@falconheights.org>; Kelly Nelson <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org> Subject: Feedback Requested on Pending E-Mail to Residents: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Mayor and Council, I've been getting feedback that the original story the Fox9 newsroom published inaccurately represented that the full proposal had been approved as presented. The reporter who was on site tried to correct the original report in the 5PM video story and we've requested the newsroom update the original video. We're getting comments/questions from residents and I am sure you are, too. To help cut down the confusion, I am proposing sending out an email update tonight at 10PM to our subscribers and the updated FAQ. Please review and provide me any concerns you may have prior to it's scheduled publishing at 10PM. I will also update the SFTF prior to launch. *Note, the website edits won't go live until after 10PM. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. E-Meter FAQs (UPDATED 3/27/25) Mayor Gustafson suggested edits are contained in this document, recognizing that a ‘final’ has been sent a few minutes prior to my submission, and more minutes getting my typing completed. Thank you for maybe considering them as they get posted on the website. What action did the City Council take at the March 26th City Council meeting? Following the public hearing, the City Council unanimously approved two motions at the March 26th City Council meeting: Approved Ordinance 25-01 which modifies Chapter 46 of City Code to include Sec 46-29 Establishment of Parking Zones using electronic payment systems (e-meters). Approved Resolution 25-25 which authorizes the City to negotiate with ParkMobile to serve as the vendor for e-meter parking. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the proposal? Yes, City Council Members commented during discussion that resident concerns need to be further evaluated in the next steps, which will include: Amending the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.) to clarify: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for, and who would be eligible. How passes will be distributed, and in what format they will be (i.e. e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. Adopting an annual resolution specifying where e-meter parking will be implemented, and during which times it is in effect. Amending the fee schedule to set the rate for visitors parking. Adjusting the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Did City Council approve authorizing one pass per household? This has not been voted on yet. City Council will continue to review the testimony provided and work with the State Fair Task Force to consider modifications of the plan as originally presented. When is the next discussion on e-meters? City Council will discuss the feedback from the public hearing as well as the next steps at their workshop meeting on Wednesday, April 2nd at 6:30 p.m. This will be a live streamed meeting available https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/typeview.php?regionid=97&typeid=1here. Why do we want Fair goers to pay for parking? “Free Parking” is not really ‘free’. To help cover costs of hosting the Fairt hat are currently, and historically, not recognized by the governing body of State Fair. Any new revenue will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city? We will continue to welcome fair-goers, charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid Fair-goers while they navigate our neighborhoods. We hope to improve Fair-goers experience – more porta-potties, trash cans and services! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? This has not been voted on yet. The proposal includes the Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. On one side of the street, without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are currently highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more than 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How will fair goers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides many temporary signs which will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas. We will communicate extensively through a variety of media. Parking Ambassadors can directly help via personal interaction with visitors. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fair goers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. Could rates vary, based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via Park Mobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city and improve parking rule compliance in our neighborhoods. Will residents need to pay to park? (edited before my typing okay) All households on a street with e-meters would be eligible to obtain one free resident pass, good for one vehicle to park for up-to all 12 days of the State Fair. These passes would be available at City Hall, and are registered to the license plate of the vehicle. How will the city know whether a person has paid? Park Mobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. Cyber security and MN Data Practice protocols will be fully accounted for. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or that have failed to pay. Current policy that parking fines double during the State Fair will continue. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed, in accordance with historical policy and practice. How much will it cost our city to implement? There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction, and there is no capital expense. Park Mobile provides all the signage at no cost. All administrative and staffing costs will be covered by revenues. At this exploration stage the numbers are being calculated along with the policy considerations and will be discussed as much transparency as possible. Why Park Mobile? We explored temporary parking meters, but this is a much easier option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with Park Mobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the Park Mobile website, pay by text, or simply call Park Mobile. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? No proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue be parking on one-side only during the fair? Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full time, year-round? The proposal at this time is just for during the 2025 Minnesota State Fair. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. This is an event specific proposal - NOT year-round. Will e-meter signs be up all year long? No. Staff’s plan is to install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the 12 days each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists and add additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. Neighboring cities may choose to charge for street parking as well to cover their costs incurred due to the State Fair. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. The city collecting parking revenue will likely have no adverse impact on our business parking revenues. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Take out that anger? We trust not. Paying for event parking in residential areas near large regional attractions is not unusual in communities throughout Minnesota and the nation. The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that won’t reach everyone. There will be a lot of signage. Paying for event parking isn’t unusual. 20250328095601,League of Minnesota Cities newsroundup@lmc.org,elke.vanderwerff@falconheights.org_94.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. 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Mayor Andrea Zupancich again raised questions over the city's fund balances and the report provided in the agenda packet. After correcting the dates from 2024 to 2025, Zupancich asked why the account balances from 12/31/2024 weren't the same for 1/1/2025. "We approved December 31st, so those numbers ... 2 Falcon Heights floats plan to charge for street parking during State Fair<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttYUzyLA02yejcO68VoHnSCwk C7OpcNvFkV6AY4034T98UGfGvKZKVR058I5c2PQ5GZcYrI29RgdTRxekAGgA6-2BQmGh_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX -2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiY sp8C8CJSlVefmhFFjgQ4M2QWRnNDejvbeu8Vi8Q6mb-2BVjPeRhzMtTp22KyN7AtZ3L3J3ZHZFNrTVGFHWF9f8Q7pqcZt1lZafd3-2BTcSAlsZ0z3OoL-2FdGsNBwi-2FQiBCzqUiqjTZp-2BR4-2BZiWvT-2Bg-2FMvKYuZhctYKeay2BA81zNNkOU7-2FecQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a8b0c4b8-7f4b-4b89-9fca-cc8fea28d636_1743173698428978.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:31 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FioNf_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo- 2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVA MT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C86d2gCa3e3sxyYHo5kzZ61VZGVk9QTTf86H80JM26grAojP-2FKEb-2F4uFkfcRoZ0uAgBx7cpkOFmhvMQ1blk8dj14tC69Lp3eAyuhi Y2PZPagtOhCpnFXuUg-2FOqfC370S51yM4rmQtDXn7Gu8BaFpzMs9kIPOQ9HlqfMDoBtjmTNmo-3D> Author Tim Harlow Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... happen. This is a way to cover costs and ideally create a revenue stream" that is not on property taxes, she said. For now, the measure calls for using e-meters only during the State Fair, but the ordinance could be amended annually to allow for their use for other events such as car shows. The city council could take up the discussion at its next meeting, April 2. 3 Blaine approves outdoor dining for forthcoming Hope Breakfast Bar<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttk9xR0xR7q6NIJlgBMqHz9zOXzXyHXXv a-2F9ozCzaXNMpPWhJdce9D-2BShst84sxzly5vEUnQz-2Bj5O5yzfXAVzBANcYZ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BG uGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C 8R6xcEQ744lwrPsO2n8u8x2d44XgVKxKPLBAhSoN9ylkqbqegj491MmUsh0C9i-2F-2FHx6djjnvlX0-2FZ8SajhjbLkarUzfnH8Qs3-2BaTLLUVfas8Ae2pp3MZvNoSsUGmlk0R2uw0b-2FcuWw4fvjjGzNqfS8KTd1nbf0d8DhtsDloSYQw8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8034da98-ce81-4d49-ac4a-5adf6a5a3920_1743173698429019.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0C8ETi_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9 o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8wM6pJxtlpPHmLTBT8GpcEJHyrC2zaKRky3-2BHWw56mKUM7Shg-2B-2BabcapC5MTqxqUUVQrxqqc2CCi-2B9vZSQv0TovL-2Bxr41Epg-2FApOW ENIYwmYL950e4zTcPiLByeocBDOT-2FXIhNUFd8OyrYWFF1l9ul6p8ToI8P4diQXkKEuWzqRc-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council approved a conditional use permit allowing outdoor dining at the forthcoming Hope Breakfast Bar, featuring, as previously reported by ABC Newspapers, an "elevated brunch" style menu. The property, located at the strip mall inside Club West Parkway and 109th Avenue NE, is zoned B-2 for Community ... 4 Nowthen appoints new council member<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu7-2BdAnOELkDCg1KWVWtvFyHmFDSLNsc3gUUpFvd5P408KsJVBI42g-2FDwuQ 6laLFVB7xnySC6dpGD47siFMvMLuXyKP_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEh x8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8r8hh6I2F753goqdPbH88GgWgmhIqJDF hBpFM1Su-2B7KYNcLpuIbDdSATFeTLZMxoXABlhdLuezum0UV74e7dKm8dp-2BDKKdSAJ-2BBb2jfKX9BIGeoqZVcKHz-2BgWWy-2BPHOX6o28CbL0Yood1gfjIcwcAFoVzWnmCfKQd1-2B-2BN8jLZEJ4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/751ed33d-5d17-47ac-894a-10ff13677fca_1743173698429057.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0C3nND_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9 o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8sklqE654SlJn25SPa3vpBX1mAI-2FuzmpmyDheu2tnku0CRnMj-2Bwi9KQOPBADF0Q-2Btm9rrrTZ-2FzeK-2BEMIBaCK4WeGQhBsU6GDJWzQ0av DqEvZTuOK5VoPfHb2eQnFkdCGhAv-2BIFzHmwEX8x5NpJhFHlCvyGuzxZvilBM794ECYpCg-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Nowthen's City Council, on March 12 at a City Council meeting held one day after the regular business meeting, approved Daniel Swenson to serve its five-month temporary council appointment until an August 2025 special election to permanently fill the seat. The vote was 3-1, with Council Member Dan Breyen voting no after a momentary pause. 5 Caledonia council interviews firms for civil engineering contract<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts7lGrzYoLuxG3JYnjdgJnNBWuqKDCzJH 5oX-2Bsq5uuTbp-2FViny6pma8ZLziPriR5-2Fdn8s34UVpsdZXYavxWGPUwgXz1_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BG uGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C 8BPseKx2ZjZfQJanKvhJ-2Fe65du88hWbqhh6AObd4vhXQUgdhtRk0MdeOprUlbglTSZ3HAQswVNeJmKUdvzkHowNMeaXJf2QNbcFyOeFJut7VzwyADQR8eOw1trXr9FDJC0YOG05Y3jtSqlhFy8m-2BjxeobSiM114CIJGVJw-2BNgC0w-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d75fa0a2-2da3-4d3a-9009-7a81a861cc08_1743173698429102.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CTSNA_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9 o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8cX-2B8IGgmko7jo0WlRLk2Kx-2BnnkKZd6b9rcWjes8w7iCuOhC2UmncS2fohE0CxOzg6n3udIr59tYCP-2BZr6ufI50aNX4cOIjK1-2BN0bJpAi hFq9N3JDbSILpLjjjz4r0AivDYZRfhomuJPerDU6fVC35s6WX6osxdqIqAERxiQ-2FzWc-3D> Author OLIVIA SCHMIDT Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Caledonia City Council took a significant step in selecting a new civil engineering firm during its March 24 meeting, interviewing three firms vying for the position. Civil Engineer interviews 6 Pierz Fire Department Assistant Chief addresses residency rumors at City Council meeting<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvQAiQI1-2 BypY0N7zo23U26nrZo-2F4RomRj2j3wCQL3YWxeGWiPCMPRwZLh8R0MLKro4YoY-2FuCHDBxanOJejb6TWvzNm9_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb 28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQm jhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8Zh3TsesBwy0zdhhdM3yLE-2Bl9GWFgLgbk2eqXCgMp8WBxM-2BVmhRorMiw-2BPlANcXTEZ91biwyNWI6uvV-2F08g4iBzqcnZGLhrkOP9ONBnvgQT8x-2Bau0VJrfpsDKbDKEN4hfwXNAHfs-2BrTehLDaS6COTZah8aQJy-2FtRyq PeLld6xXNc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8cc73ddb-4dde-4d81-94dd-7b77eb43d081_1743173698429138.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Morrison County Record - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqOhEH2TAmshIjcBT-2F-2BaiV9kQuSCNWM7foE2qjDhszEr A-3D-3DVd4E_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXra mlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8ghgVXZma6KgcA-2FU-2BmRjsNAaSER3Q7mpkc0OLNjudw1zyWlQM LXcNjmvu4PW2aoNZDH-2BOX-2B6qDQSlHDcep1ihJ6Kls3zwroRZJ4Q7YYlnrt7thypJlVSknEZfiUADLlU5bcWR3AFa6CcL8LwGgaB93YstWFi7ScasLSlDoF0coe4-3D> Author Joseph Stanichar Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English In a tense moment during the Monday, March 10 Pierz City Council meeting, former Fire Department Assistant Chief and current Pierz firefighter Phil Scribner directly confronted rumors about his residency, emphatically stating that he continues to live in Pierz despite ongoing speculation about a potential move. Having requested to speak at the meeting, Scribner revealed that he has been in the process of attempting to purchase a new home ... 7 Motley councilmember proposes ‘mayor for a day’ event for young students<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt-2B6RvdkjgLy7QucMSW2aahA s9mSSZ4LC1ACecOOTBoEp2HkRpIjQV9XR86jhxQWASJB-2F2sXqhkX08uZqktUK8X2w5l_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemu X-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSi Ysp8C8Sia8UQdWoHZ2Llul00SPYTJat3Gw-2FDS3lmE2M0RR2p-2BBD7z-2FZYh4SKy61hd7rc6AU-2BPpBJ6gMJ908JbgEWjHlBMguY1DSFOiH4B3xs7zOU-2FYso6sF8kPkpPKNKQ7gIrK2UFAm78462lgXNekVjhjVHjo-2FIvqvBg-2FuhJ0HKHD4gw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ba2e6ece-764b-4fc0-a6e7-1f7a68ca3db5_1743173698429179.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Morrison County Record - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqOhEH2TAmshIjcBT-2F-2BaiV9kQuSCNWM7foE2qjDhszEr A-3D-3Djzjb_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXra mlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8eHs-2BIDbMPe9vD40AbnkPPPAajWndPXAs5uBkg0IiXMAajSDRLC 8b709Uxy3KUXFYAJ1dpKJSBdFvjnPM15hZqD2kyNUzNidVxTlr0gCZ6DxAVxsnhrGNpGR2VGJViGQNwhkBXTHtEvXFYipDBs2t-2F2km-2BgcoqbtJYpbEBt7DKzQ-3D> Author Joseph Stanichar / Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English In a passionate presentation during the Monday, March 10 Motley City Council meeting, Councilmember Steve Johnson proposed an innovative program to ignite civic interest among elementary school students by creating a "Mayor for a Day" event. Drawing from a successful initiative he and his wife implemented over a decade ago, Johnson believes the program could help bridge ... 8 Three Cottonwood County residents honored for efforts during 2024 flood<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttVgPsHpbbYXe-2BJwbVwpbjyo2 Kbb7gh42qWFtAKXYuLtpx9v6IpdFV-2FrHYz2Zb3AkQQmtNWEI3N0uVAFSCz1HX5qHY9_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX -2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiY sp8C88-2FulhSzZLsnARHlOEISvrZvuCqRGNRkAcgLQiH1LlKWElePmUB-2Fsx5dNtphOilO11ZMsV-2Fz7Gchy-2BEW91UYoYgZsLa-2FXwRjlcMN6P67wR4UCTF-2FD9khqNJ8rUiTq2ssbLgnc546utZtTUz1MKQwkzqTZHerO5WTjzwDEc29AqOw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/69abbdad-811b-47fd-9b80-7637a0955cd2_1743173698429236.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 7:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Worthington Daily Globe<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsZhmOzBmJfbkbgwd7XFqLA-3Dr68U_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfe L-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6fr Gmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8rric-2FCXu3Ud0oov0geks-2Fpaibmh-2FEHfAv36iRDivP9UqtbLEFMHS7z-2B7aWWrqwVn4HNDGaASewbfnrtnOSGpLp0f63Gza0Kw6x6qQPhRNPu-2FdYhv31TX PgzoqRwTjfTUYwP8LAgoar4rARGojQxF-2B-2BZblm60dt0rtPCYcX9HLsI-3D> Author Hope Moural Today at 7:00 AM Market Worthington, MN Language English The awards were distributed March 18 by the Windom City Council Windom Mayor Hilary Mathis is presented with the Outstanding Commitment to Community Recovery Award by Kevin Reed, Interim Director of the Minnesota Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Contributed/Jenny Quade Today at 7:00 AM Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting ... and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project WINDOM — Nearly 10 months after flooding swept across portions of southwest Minnesota and northwest Iowa, three Cottonwood County individuals were publicly recognized by the Windom City Council earlier this month for their efforts during the emergency situation. Those recognized were Hilary Mathis, who now serves as mayor of Windom, Economic Development Authority Director Tiffany Lamb and Assistant County Engineer and Solid Waste Administrator Kyle Pillatzki. They were presented awards ... 9 Retiring Lake Shore police chief reflects on his years in law enforcement<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttWS68nRt7UN1ft0H2XbjmrEN EptovDtS9i3EatGbfHjq8CbPz-2FoC0jciWAJeWAS-2B4DwNauLmEho9iBf4KcaKwE9se__6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXem uX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaS iYsp8C8NRkUEk9pTa-2BwAN6bL1lCwtSBNXZbkdihFwqIUk4QONkBYiNCSS14-2FfQoWsgbRQgq5nZ4MKRjit79-2FKGAviSQEwE6GUcCiJ4JRVVAlFhRzKFi5dJ7dH6oHKleRwkwYmi8fGGDBSFJ9Adj8RWglUnquLQU28m3qUwqThsc62ZZ0EY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5a586726-7289-440f-a86f-33612e40ba5c_1743173698429298.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 6:57 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Brainerd Daily Dispatch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrp5GtctrECvwNC2KVkzOlApSgf68DSYv1Zx0gA8UmR8a-ZG_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rz quuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NW NIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8uSC9e8mlmoVVtrjdzIwo0rrEDTs7Gug0lUJBSnJIZ3wuEfNHbRkaenr3BzGvx1-2B0jXank9rx0jSvA55TwlKIOZhGqjsz7U5zuHVPcBvgaO xwrrNJlc0YeVd2NWxtaIAN2prIT-2B5abR-2BYaoZCutVXnzyuXKXjSNk3nzhdTqE2OdY-3D> Author Nancy Vogt Market Brainerd, MN Language English Steve Sundstrom's last shift is March 31, after 28 years working for Lake Shore. LAKE SHORE — "I'm the home boy who never left." That's how Lake Shore Police Chief Steve Sundstrom describes his Pequot Lakes roots, adding that's even how he's referred to at Pequot Lakes High School class of 1988 reunions. Now this home boy is leaving a nearly 35-year law enforcement career through retirement. His last day with Lake Shore is Monday, March 31, when he'll park ... 3 p.m. Monday, March 31, at Lake Shore City Hall. Of course, Sundstrom, 55, has mentors who played key roles in his career that took him from working at the Pequot Lakes Police Department to becoming an officer in Lake Shore and then chief for the past 22 years. Those include a former Pequot Lakes police chief, the late Mark Forsberg; former Crosslake Police Chief Bob Hartman; and the late John Bukovich, former Lake Shore police chief who gave Sundstrom the opportunity to work in Lake Shore. It's a career that Sundstrom said has been perfect. Lake Shore is also where ... up next to Sundstrom's when he was working one day, asked how much money he made in Pequot Lakes and whether Sundstrom would like to make a couple thousand more per year. It turns out Lake Shore was about to have a full-time opening for an officer. "Then he also said, 'I'm only going to be the police chief here for a few more years. So there will be a chief spot opening. You'll have a good chance of becoming chief,'" Sundstrom said. "I said, 'Yeah, I'd be very interested in that.' That was our conversation. That's all we had." A couple weeks later, Bukovich pulled up next to Sundstrom's squad again ... 10 City Council approves millions to stifle violence in Minneapolis<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLeQivSxinvwZG-2BLRC4T1okNuzCEnY 2JNMqAMGWYpW-2BRdpQi5JM86KTPNdLNS2vrGYtM6VC629c9Cdz0-2BouGZRpXoC_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BG uGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C 8Ka1KXkNsj95pxO1oWj8F9WrZnZw-2FivvMsMo7IoZrRfmkpKqnCyJEm-2FtczJo-2FjB-2Ff3GEFL88l2BDcLBpYsG4mSVuLdbVmx01to7a8D0jtIzpza5v4juAOWqW2yalIX5Z-2Fqg-2BBjtB-2FSkBtPr0xp7-2Bf74bVCteK-2BipQMm0Ld5-2FfUso-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8a354aae-f153-439b-92cc-146f7f096a13_1743173698429352.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 6:30 AM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYqnf4_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xf Jz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8pfMj4jAD6Z4PFymXl9DpjQ-2FCfLUrbO6nmxi4P7SFq4OWpYJ-2FgYIWTPYzl-2Fd2f4saJwyyf-2Fjcae5HfhkN8hn0n-2BxfzGdPhcF4R6SLyzB3Zy kBXPfK5WzOfrsWpcLyMXM9AStJ8NcpA1g3UH7TPUSy0FBH-2BWu7PJIXPu-2Bzx20vpe8-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English There is now a new multi-million dollar agreement in place aimed to curb violence within the city of Minneapolis. 11 Welcome City Council to meet April 1<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsf-2Fxye5dQ9hKTT-2FoGV25iy9slODuN6G3-2BGLD-2B107whtlgYbM-2Fv FNf7tNyhiX-2Bu6xDBPSnpPFGlbEFHVWLFw3wHXDbg_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFH eHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8hIOVcYAIhdUNBPdfz7jqR 6FEQEfVhOk5G72mi5Yfhw4jK-2B7mecQs8DQ8aujPWLten20S-2Fan-2Bq6PFTHuOsFmncbpghr6N314V3DSA1TtWQR21wQXCfLSurZsyyc8yuj0cufQluQ1ftMgPfLDVSi95SyDojX3YML6YAPdyakWOPAE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:09 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fairmont Sentinel<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLNRbQ6mHxSL0N0UftXr2sdPgmLl04YtO7g1-2Bha6cm5GyHjiX_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzqu uQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNI k9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8te-2BP6rep1d4jL6uwtIGqc7m3lgu6gx3Ztj3gEN1XnvqqJzT2ra90QvrUfbmDB2r5vSfxhgyss3GAxbAHYbkeXe13awTzjTzESoNoFDCIzlVS Fz-2FvmqVSdLnsp3H8o-2FTslZqFFrYnYtCDho-2B3MQ9laieKUR9Fe3TGUrJVXv-2BB5RY-3D> Market Kiester, MN Language English ... , and 10:30 a.m. services at St.Peter Lutheran Church in Ceylon. The Tuesday Coffee Hours will be from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1 (and each Tuesday) at the Sinn Family Celebration of Life Center in Trimont. Join friends and neighbors for coffee, goodies and great fellowship. The Welcome City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, at the City Hall. Public comments and questions will be accepted at the beginning of each meeting. To be on the regular agenda, please contact the Clerk at City Hall before the meeting date at (507) 728-8740. The agenda will include the second reading of the ... 12 MPD: Surge in hiring experienced officer, slowly rebuilding force to fulfill city charter<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttsILr2w dHMlQnoHPEe8l02FSACHjznuFDptZy5zs8-2FhjL8NrMkyAIwd1E8KTNiSCrE5P2xeqDJRc-2BGxKUlOw-2BEvmFP_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVT jb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5Dbop Qmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8sJbSnyr-2FbHz-2FjmsRXBPWcRXJef4XL0oyAC6mjHVJ-2BenEI82DXN7PEUHFtqI82aIwsNLwePVMOIWyPA-2BzQyQ6ZmEOSShNqgnXRD5MbTb3wb180s2tljswgddQUim02RrCux6ZiJu9OGa4SU1bfW3P0FbrE-2F8I7BfEuR- 2Fv8tMDiu8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d63e602d-7f34-48f7-aaf2-8447a565e5de_1743173698429384.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:45 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DujD7_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O 00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQ DHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8haP19l24IUMikpz12oMr22RIvnpIVzcZwoxZU85LrYdpknUAqONbpdWBYsI6za2iZR1lD2oTLnmYt3DZXEFdYzBoVMbGae4mA4J8WGNUhylMp-2FksuC6zwtW8j9Uz28v0EE7rd9-2F5ICNLa DzR3VaO3NtogJi2cxSVxa5-2FKLMYSXY-3D> Author Ben Henry KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... leadership," Heather Starry, who joined MPD as a lateral hire from a metro police department in 2024, said. "It's been nothing but positive here, and I think that really builds morale." For patrol officer Liban Ibrahim, who also joined in 2024 from the Metro Transit Police Department, it was the police chief that drew him to Minneapolis. "I saw the changes that [were] happening here after Chief O'Hara got here," Ibrahim said. And William Nkata, joining from another metro department, also wanted to be part of the change. "Even after everything that the city went through, I felt like was still a ... 13 Falcon Heights introduces controversial State Fair parking charge<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttJYQcUo32yPdsXpthTxWW3WRpr69K0a YsUKntsbkJNGkXc89kk6WfqImMg9RnSLJ2F6YTTYtzudkhKipLjPLT3SDbd_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVo Ah3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8GUfH KDMgXZBacRP6ECZJ-2BAX8Jo3JqGZmDZ6qF8SyObqmzNKj-2BeXrUGB4NI8Y83ZM9XD48vTaflIYJcKpmUe6A01vwxjq-2FA-2FZkWwfZkcTEx79csvfpcvo7oT7ki6LKJ0QLOqZojwhCBQTkQrIDF60U0xvrVK0dP8liQZJfB3KFhA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a797807d-ea52-4ba5-8657-39324521516c_1743173698429465.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:36 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DDxWd_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH- 2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1W ta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8VhPfUtknfBrYtlsRLo0UctG0rUBac0Hz1u-2BCznnqr5YE6iVTggbpH10vyK4089lm6iYAq2K5s3ZzybzlwPLRsjZE9TcMAzVeXEkJI9TBAWVvSgOpq3SJ8wSNiVbpR9xMR99yOAa9gu zRsaFumvpsmYNC8d0oWJ8v4SyAMHm1Wjs-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... fee would apply to the northeast quadrant of the city, affecting nearly 1,000 parking spots. City officials estimate that this move could generate between $100,000 to $200,000 in revenue, which would be used to cover extra staffing costs during the fair and improve local roads. Falcon Heights City Administrator Jack Linehan emphasized that the specifics of the plan, including the $25 fee, are not yet finalized. "We take the public hearing comments very seriously," Linehan says. The city plans to implement the paid parking system using the ParkMobile app and temporary signage. Additionally, parking ... 14 Suited up: North Mankato Fire Department completes cold water training at Spring Lake Park<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu22pK4 wLWVbcO2RU0EjqLi-2F2jC78XeycMQObr69ljeutiMPiREqCUorvbEGCl0nsH49NrOa3taQeYIcn6fdgMj54uA_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb2 8qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmj hq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8hXE0um3rYNSj9oOedhpUIghXcxgUpgFaJGqEMRAy9OPX67ZsEGaqMqsqUU515Y49wdZoNfMywQWIRKu82plvUxFb1fb-2FM0PSG05f77XBuWWgNGC-2BdztnPOdRDGzhgDQvKBxzfmumFbu0HgD94PFd99QfNocmzgXScQV7TmC19dg- 3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5510594e-ce2b-465d-a7a8-b1b5fe302a4b_1743173698429523.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:26 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAx2wm_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWN Ik9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8ivcq-2BvdkhDfdV2tgLr4YX16Yrv-2Fn5XK16MjOT1RQgygQTokZItl7b18G-2Bm2ydRJIQkwF7FUnH1Bu-2FE504WVt-2BFVnKZR4md5Wxsu 6bS-2Bu4SLU3VeCl7tg8lxaeEC4nzxCvHoUngXMcswEjAwLcNQ0geyM4y75bb-2B7ekHiYSeG2Bg-3D> Author Holly Marie Moore Market Mankato, MN Language English ... , joggers and onlookers got a front row seat as North Mankato Fire Department trucks pulled in not for an emergency, but for cold water training. Though a simulation, it was a realistic scene, and as the crew cleared a path to the pond and blew up a raft to help a member of the team in the water, firefighter David Bruckhoff put on the yellow rescue suit for the first time. "It's definitely an experience. The suits fit very snug once you, what they call burp the suit, because there's a lot of air in it when you get in there. It's definitely a different feeling when you get in the water. The water, it ... focus on getting their breathing under control before assessing the situation and making a plan. To slow heat loss, cross your ankles and cross your arms over your chest, then draw your knees to your chest and lean back and try to relax. Bruckhoff said that, for those considering a career as a firefighter, you're never too old to start. "If you've ever wanted to do it, don't be afraid to try it," he said. "It's so worth it, and the community needs it." (0 Ratings) 15 Minneapolis approves new violence interruption contracts<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttz8GhDLW69N31-2F80mIIuoDRY9BjY6QHQ7EqBCw utYyxw9PU5K3Gm5M0nKsRtzqOB6d2aCIYOqZ5gHZ9lNMB2ghDn4i_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4- 2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8bbKWWsEG-2B MVgzs3kSG-2B3nCLCjmrFDiHqJzx2uFSDYfPID-2Bo03pUnZU1eZ6eYUToWDYmxzZYr8oa4zqcEx-2F0ry4Y0eQmEh53MJEiYzTBthyYXQTKXgKi64YuTF2LpcuZRyFoRrFqciM2ypZA22cQcu5nWGig9Jts1UX4wz4ClSo0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/media.cm.com/outlets/40024.jpg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:18 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYVWpm_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xf Jz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8cJn-2FRJIH7i51TzvgPtUWKh0X06UJ7l05wCA2rREBda-2FfHlWKpgLsdjYqbpLR0-2BZGms1nfRBb7N85v2sNUZhKtz5tefNt-2FDBjt7pAsLjjk9eB cK9nkVTlo4Fgf0dKpQWTEN18D3G1jEGZt-2BCxGUza8-2BLK6xAWlR0o5mef7xQA21g-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English WCCO digital update: Afternoon of March 27, 2025 The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday approved new contracts with community organizations aimed at reducing violence in the city. The decision comes over a week after the city's Office of Community Safety announced it was pulling all contracts for violence interruption services. Five groups were selected to continue the ... C.H. Outreach, Sabathini Community Center and MAD DADS of Minneapolis in the city's southside. The contracts are a year long with the option for renewal. Rev. Jerry McAfee's nonprofit, Salem Inc., had previously expected to be awarded a contract during Thursday's meeting, but it was canceled after city council members say the pastor threatened them. The decision also came after a violence interrupter from McAfee's 21 Days of Peace was arrested and charged with reckless discharge of a firearm after he was injured during a shooting. "I ain't going nowhere, we ain't going nowhere and everybody's feet ... 16 Controversial Woodland condo project moves ahead in Duluth<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuXeXQ2qE3rKZejrhIudbf2P5QIGMIQbYDvrjWL rKV7x1rXYS12jonj83wYp44-2BxU63cIs0uxmq-2BHUfU7bSaroawhYX_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3 Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8gCy1vEQ Phu5Nrjdp6mh4x8KPsIS0VOoHQjrLkKNhWjF-2FlnGtsaBlQC-2FO3kYkErp4Ysc0kreSx0h0hNVfSJIpBs3-2FG264MKN8RZaG3Bd5qCOebtVSrEBdvl8FNisterxd8VhXcczUqiDEdo-2BCGQ-2F4NjkrHmwrL7y75iCLUji1Nyw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/60150ea5-35b0-4540-80cb-12af82282e3d_1743173698429588.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 9:23 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Duluth News Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrFYXG1Kapsw92N7FhLjg0RcW74IciBf-2FrSNOFF0k0-2FwOadK_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rz quuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NW NIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C86Rm7EsZO7-2B-2BqJpdnDtWkEIBJ1TDa6u5bJvKOGTyADP0eZDL12NySD2zCO3lzI-2Fop4c6lxClwNjzah-2FtoqNIVv7r2tbzubAk1SnkW iyc77IUZ6MVmgR8UJ8I9EKEYl2qGomZ4vbaFl8BWEIYuD-2FRC3Bs9ZiKWPyL18DroJSpi1V4-3D> Author Peter Passi Today at 9:16 PM Market Duluth, MN Language English ... that revenue to actually pay for what we have already." Commissioner Chris Adatte agreed, saying: "The municipality desperately needs the tax revenue. We need investment in projects like this to go forward." While the Planning Commission approved the proposed zoning change Wednesday, the Duluth City Council will have the final say, and the matter could go to a vote by April 14 at the soonest. 17 Council orders updated assessment of Carnegie building<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsLNotkpYpbFcsM6oPgcOsCg2jrI1r85EdtKn0biq83 ogjp3gfBW7znXRjwRZjq5i4Kknb35-2FSJxI6jk8imP9WYkzSz_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2B A0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8ETix0wolP8PLi jz6AjM9X-2FVR73VVmAtwWm-2F4-2BD3fn6EFJ3J6lD0YRU8L317H8802sT-2BCdk-2BslGC9rPNwrjYxk4fqrI0G0MLxf4-2BPMM5Ci1F0d0wgmojChkB9YRrD08HrjiZwylRBeIVkEIm10WXL-2BiRCSuYZj2G-2BOSFh6bbfAQs-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7660b079-0c11-447f-aaea-dff535e5d557_1743173698429618.webp] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQqKlq_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9 RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5 NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C81csyM58jLC5-2BoPBB1IgovSVyvfmVL1dDziI5-2FKpLlvr-2FJZtseQGVg9BTqP3y29WXyZNSbVSgo18YDdK3uIS7BN6WQmswNy7wCeRR -2BMvVO6NLFiWNPy6Kq1hPg-2BXci94B1s0Ihq80Hen1461NxKMmrnXeh89M1D-2BF2h0VGjdHm6o-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... property in 2019 that identified $264,813 to $300,000 in high priority repairs to the building. After the portion of the east wall collapsed, it was estimated that it would cost $223,000 to fix it. That would bring the total estimated cost to repair the building to between $487,813 and $523,000. Mayor Dan Delaney said costs have increased since then and there could have been additional damage over the last five or six years. He said updated information was needed for the council to determine how to proceed with the property. The city's Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) offered its thoughts ... 18 Industrial Road project takes another step forward<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsXe8WXH5ys734i332uINNrRHByx3k99HV-2BqWgkNNLq1r 6vzgdYfrRTHu01bD10UceScYNd2fzXwDnxkOzVWtDh5Nqs_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZ idFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8hh-2FLGDHGGtPHmHO JUqvjsRyKbyJJZMRdJ19AfpzVE2EogZN3vCPGS-2FsMjuAuCtQPrdVccqhsxY6sYGpGZIdDyB14HlXnyD1en3qx4hpnCjsX-2BL4JpkMJQSe0zJAQ9npaKOcTMJNGELcuZdn4MLM4HXMECyRJEFD3cjzCSlRKqoI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0495ba3c-38f8-4201-be0a-b7a6547461ed_1743173698429646.webp] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQp827_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9 RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5 NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8TcsimGrQiStoGC3hBQloQ3H3-2BzRJzQdXsdYGv-2FchSVbrzBIkp0b0h-2BcdR1vwJ21-2FQRGARnQZuc7-2F4swcujBZT6fkX5IVXwHH oHMfPzyYU4mHtH6rVKiwnm6SDfOJGk1dk3TGbXaFSnE6fQ4dCENuQg4dMU8elfRn2VBKAkSV-2B-2Bs-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... preliminary assessment roll showed that based on assessing 30 percent of the cost, the owners of six properties would be assessed a total of $78,292.20 with assessments ranging from $2,851.80 to $41,454 based on feet of frontage. "This is something that's been talked about for several years," said Mayor Dan Delaney. "We had some good comments from our public hearing on it and the utility committee is recommending to move ahead with it based on the curb and gutter was put in on that stretch." Industrial Road currently has a gravel surface with concrete curb and gutter, sanitary sewer, water main ... 19 City council approves $708K contracts for Minneapolis violence prevention groups<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvV-2BP2pmdrwViqc TIxqxOVNbjODY3ej45Jm680by4SIi-2FCErPnTuLmeFzZzlor-2BpUGGrKMk8eDhxtamG6-2Bax-2F329RUx_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28q pq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq 7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8YMlaUaeCxs1QUZQfqH4R0TRY7dKWsO09IBV3BncHyddj6FVkbs9BS8Z2Ppf-2BcwMkgoneQaOOPa0LZyH-2FSosZ8Ecqa2iumJiaOxtUeqDQPIeR0jbIyXzJl7u-2FWxmVCbX4UD449jUCAnuZsoG5Lv4sbj8NsECOWI1mq9x22K5kcXg- 3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7a359786-1a08-492d-8f81-6c11739830aa_1743173698429684.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:03 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DKhCZ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH- 2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1W ta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8qkkmSKz9b5RiPBEeT9-2ByEEl2zsuCAxmerApXyU3IxWKl1MjSJnJml3F3D2aX3yHrp-2BCPeerRphx5MW5YpbMvWFc-2FQy51q9vwHv5b1uDbL6ejyvE7E6MnKEkvZvCImhKV-2F6wY TrQFSxMeDoCMgkPHLVyeGBlsnbDY3BHt3-2B-2FLHCU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... total of $3.4 million. "We're building this community safety ecosystem," said NSD Commissioner Todd Barnette. "But we got to build support and trust with the community, as well." The entire process is relatively new, as Barnette has been tasked with creating a more transparent system after some city council members, including Robin Wonsley, accused the department and prior administration of mismanagement. "She's been tough on us and those comments are very appreciated," said Barnette about Wonsely. The updated process is more rigorous and includes an evaluation that ranks groups based on things ... 20 St. Paul downtown: Lunds, Alliance Bank retailers close up shop<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuPT1its0N6hPjJiiR0GHs9XLaUY7LZOex Lky0HjuOLY7jUlqh8531ED9SOWE2DZNaLR-2FSns41umFMv1o51RV2lkqt__6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVo Ah3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8znpN DfowWPwHzYwek3yOhnbW1M32Vg22PcygqLH5n9O3gD2u7fxlvOmNvdBq0FJj7jCrHajj67VJ0VHmYTn3KKNdl-2BScnh3BT0kgyH3sie1-2B-2BMzJnc7o3UW4-2F7FN-2BnKpY1WSNRxidVkuPXD6djYT1w-2FUokx4HyPOhRkfXok8IIg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d558a350-bf9c-44f0-b198-3efef6f18d38_1743173698429713.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 4:45 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0UQrA_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQw gcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o 0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8Kz2bYbCMeahSXyIpPWJapSuGWRTuJ0-2FM2f-2BEME-2BFR5Ki3d56HSzfzUiefzJIHR8Z0BbxhXefPxSn-2Fbb41yptnf2IoI0VYp78ZmDwqQ6Y- 2FBXTrs1zxJF9y0Ybnc-2BX3d4e974RWbcNUrA-2B8fLDP-2B-2B6hwKgBbfB91Djzx3X8WtjZ0A-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... plan to remain in business. A sign in the Skyway Mart convenience store advertised a May 1 reopening within the Town Square complex, which consists of three buildings around 445 Minnesota St. and 444 Cedar St. Meeting as the St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority on Wednesday, the St. Paul City Council authorized spending up to $70,000 on relocation assistance grants for the 14 Alliance Bank Center tenants who were still on site as of March 1. Each grant would measure no more than $5,000. Officials with Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, which is relocating 60 attorneys, paralegals and ... their doubts, a Gensler real estate report commissioned by the Downtown Alliance found that the Alliance Bank Center — as well as nine other commercial structures out of 20 downtown St. Paul buildings surveyed — would be a strong candidate for residential conversion. Still, members of the city council and other downtown stakeholders have made no secret that some outdated office buildings will not easily lend themselves to preservation and redevelopment, and may have to be torn down. Originally Published: March 27, 2025 at 4:44 PM CDT 21 Cities and developers want state money to convert office buildings to housing, other businesses<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts 6u87mNVZtRsruN3gTSA1iqUwIxA7iZ-2FMtl3dDa-2BcJH5kG51EiUBZe-2Fh5t0QTyJLER4QCyQCshI8p-2BOpfI1fXAn_S5_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2 FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphD OuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C86-2BGIBoEKk0Z87hXr3efcvo6xaCNXwKD4ojRtC5Rcet93bh4mye-2FNOiA64QFqjvXg-2Bli8UhZEw0SQ-2FO8YVksmp5zAXYhyvfoNqGrH7zeQ0AiwFmMuIY0iRZJrMOPPk9BBqGgCiwa1S2wgx8CTkPhUENE1evz4M G0yf9W7K6pfAw4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0a12ad2e-828f-4a6e-bd51-b10e4fafc261_1743173698429742.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 4:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Reformer<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPvzOxFO7LnZ-2FXKnWaBU1iGWviHuIaVSI1F5b3lqcxHRHcdyw_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzquu QwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk 9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C89PSt8O-2BKDwwtpUfpragvju7ZXJO1bx-2FWdJaX5qRE4V9kmpslGeRZPTb8Q0e7TEAVQQkyfZ-2Fdb99GVF1xJGqIGoi7o3XlJXkOWznQ9pD76 k9LNBccxZc-2B0kYRfZakAonUDkJz4ZQiXr21Q7UCL-2BywuhzJgiIfdV2eJp7OmG0YttE-3D> Author Madison McVan Market Saint Paul, MN Language English Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testifies on March 27, 2025, in support of a bill that would extend a state tax credit to projects that convert underutilized office buildings to residential or other commercial uses. Photo by Madison McVan/Minnesota Reformer. As the value of commercial buildings collapses in the wake ... some red tape for office-to-residential conversions, exempting developers from public hearings, extensive traffic studies and the city's inclusionary zoning ordinance, which requires developers to either include a number of affordable housing units or pay large fees to the city. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified in support of the tax credit proposal. Commercial property values in Minneapolis have dropped by 9.5% over the past year, and the shrinking commercial tax base means an increased property tax burden on homeowners. Rest, a co-author of the bill, pointed out that commercial ... 22 Brooklyn Center council reviews public safety commission, shouting match ensues<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtslz8ouMM4N5lOKI4T F3RuXtxq2Dgm4E58qTyJPv9SDodf-2BRU4gps5bbjRG92LJPGgX8ZfvDxSvasCAEOdKNlgg0XSj_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7 jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdV D4oaSiYsp8C8cWlK7i9E6y-2B9yXpLtYs8TFO6hSg4P293A9Ft77kvzZ4uHx7tvzy3sYo8Lv0e-2FSYA9W-2FRkytP1fAqBVpNfprSAjS3-2BU1nSVdM0afQhHhjTCy5cZ8IKZNL-2F61bFpgahflrY-2FLLp2-2Fdqcl3sfF2fLmMeGNn-2B4VVCBUc0FrWlR7nk8g -3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/eb10988e-69f5-402d-9e2d-9f20c2352c5e_1743173698429785.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:54 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Sun Post - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqrrwZrw3PzNjuepAt5YB2HkeakhYj9RfPNHnx-2FYmMpUA-3D-3D0uEZ_6ATJ WrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F7 2plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8Y5XCIY1MPJu2jvL6SANNX4rnnj3gy-2B3LxDzhOM4i-2B0EJ-2BD-2B3Iys4t43wB07- 2BmaQ54h9pWHtTF80ZM7h27xcAdfsIXYu-2BKUFKErsgN2ZnTcGBo5ULtCI1s-2FQkcKW0i79QitNOnayI-2Bd5MCVPI2vGo-2FDnYFar1byMMWCbJnc5ukNc-3D> Author Jack Wiedner Market Osseo, MN Language English The formation of Brooklyn Center's Community Safety and Violence Prevention Commission has been delayed once again after a city council meeting that, at one point, devolved into shouting and gavel-banging. With multiple council members calling for the city to abandon the idea entirely, it is likely the commission will never see the light of day. The council voted 3-2 in December to form an advisory body that would review public ... 23 Why downtown St. Paul businesses look forward to state workers working more in office<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt6CKxFv0geS v55l1f-2FzL2RbhI-2BOf4fF1W5J5-2B2B7sPjLZKCBhE6Z0F4ozfemQE-2BuLgJimrwGn8cCFdQdsC2gCztAfM_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb 28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQm jhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8qAYbcgly-2BVHBw1fSqCMltPBS6pDe0KYBDqnBpb9F1kpZqfMxkAD-2FBQY3bNZadM3Q1aWj-2FTjt-2Fx-2BSJrvxLftpsSSRzV2JpRs0hpmwlM4wp0CFIwayaieoups7v7nJCblW2c2KwaPi49t7ItXrz9FCb0paUritxJ8X5MraE l-2FwmVc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/74543802-edb1-42f9-bf88-c981e365c3e1_1743173698429831.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYYG6z_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xf Jz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8KF7xn22Hw8fvV2WMg1UJfS2-2BlsvZWhv1PveOCW4eIJTOFrWcGBDTNZEyOgoz2-2BNjgkclC3hb8dA4G7Art5Hr8OP14yoJal81wSnL3ktm4NoFOfPZ NLxnyhWCGDaWioi8GHlBn5OW5Cx08JXY-2F5buxhs4BTFjK-2BabNMPbKg8xkF0-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... . The news comes after several business closures in downtown St. Paul, including the Lunds & Byerlys, where huge mark downs and empty shelves mark their very last day being open. "Really appreciate the governor stepping forward to make the announcement that he made this week," said St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter. Carter said he has been discussing an in-person requirement with the governor for several months now. "I've shared with him how critical it is for us to have employees downtown, as to how critical that is to our vitality, as a community, how critical that is to the future of our ... 24 Minneapolis City Council passes ban on landlords using algorithms to set rent<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtv2-2FxxDolDKcUpx0j- 2FVutZZh3UoJx7L-2FdC49OWPHXnSCYCloHhqe4w9P2q0TNs5HRJFUrGTGclQ3R61c4Mke9lMGuSR_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2Fl R7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTm dVD4oaSiYsp8C8zpB3K88IkU7Yf-2Ba2iVqB-2FcHfImm3bQ9b8ZcKbfBuq-2BOlUf9C8oL5BrzaBr1cF1bswLvbTxdIZ82z08jHt2-2Bl3bEUVmEv6q-2Fpysf-2BOw1Y6TvlUE6Uv7EozzRBo9Ut-2BmpJfNyJqTtR7hBNg2dVr6O6flP1qgbn7ev737kZacn00qc -3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c1a127cc-2b36-49b8-a174-39ac55ce7956_1743173698429859.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:00 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DR7za_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O 00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQ DHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C869fBpByTi7LlA0Eos5oAgPnymEzwQukCfzPksQZz8Os6CzORm1zvTmZuJOxYyRTTBDXsc6Hyo4SqCTK-2BL2o-2BUsmJwUAXEqXz9wcCNthG2A7JszmNrYv-2Bd6U618dpIcB9-2F79fbilFC 0bh5nw-2Fc3W2FTSFVOKT4lUqTEuKTxslGbA-3D> Author Kyle Brown KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... their license whether they use these algorithms, the city would collect information over time to build an enforcement infrastructure. "Self-attestation might sound like nothing until a landlord lies, and then that lie, once discovered, strengthens a private right of action," Ellison said. If Mayor Jacob Frey signs off, Minneapolis will become the third city in the country to pass such an ordinance, joining Philadelphia and San Francisco. A spokesperson for the mayor's office said Frey is still reviewing the measure and did not immediately indicate whether he would approve ... 25 Cambridge City Views: Cambridge re-introduces monthly column<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshp8z-2BzUCxveO1TDCbtbQspNPwkGaOmHW3 qjdmF0AFq63vjfMvyXIefqdp6vJ3jojpV-2Bc2XE-2FpTM1o-2BZv3AXJ7hHj0_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuG GVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8K OJoZkA2pcrt3ZrJLYhNEIXWEemU6QgtRqBJpBO9mX1ANWYn2vbHR9L0lm-2FBELnUVUubEiCKcb5Zu-2BWx3DyGPpDKT7u9EBGbdS6nHDUxf-2BoT8O6Yc9nn74iOJO4jL2uW1ST31qr1ZE4O0RdnKRMwtOXKIhLbjD-2BWztzQYJ8e42E-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8600c396-ffad-4c5b-9085-7f85cb6abcb6_1743173698429901.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 1:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Isanti-Chisago County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPiF4Da4ZU1sKqRMgieQDku83nLnyfqhFUJhPDzw9WqkaJzzIMr2sXZ-2FewVh6981Ggw-3D-3DGxby_6ATJWrJvEKw tTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRK iLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8b3oClucWFybLRKQ1WoDxTZOWb-2B1aY6jfpiJR9fQyyyCY-2BqcR3kXQB65Bu8a9c8l1oogLJFt 9aDLnHURqlxhCWYDrKHCmKpVqmdDhGLpPIhznI4XoyjAtZ79bwHzQExz4ina4GMD4T9vHe4STl-2BhsqCpDv-2FP8-2F3z1n5h3se6nv9E-3D> Author Evan Vogel Market Cambridge, MN Language English ... informed about their city government. We have a fantastic community full of people who want to see Cambridge thrive. Hopefully, this communications effort can be a step in the right direction and help residents feel more informed about, and connected to, their city government. EVAN VOGEL is the City Administrator for the city of Cambridge. If you have questions about this column, please feel free to email him at evogel@ci.cambridge.mn.us or contact City Hall at (763) 689 – 3211. 26 Vineyard Church plans a Safe Bay for overnight homeless parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5xHw6cQLEkGtGMAAH6g7WaQXNV5zdnO2 w6N2Yf9cqMtQAlxkZ6vEhQ-2BHsam0aQzr3SRdmkMLjBlq4gJb2g0-2BymM1V_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGG VoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8wt H3ZczHWkI8cT-2FYAVQ3HoMhzT9uieitlY74ZqmK5KYRxNRgOM9rpRnhvqfTtoT39nfSusk6SUNjfU5pGymKPaSiEX9PC-2BMz-2BPSTIvZUPhGgHL311SANSvSJZzsg9sMkjiudelV0TKuzQm-2FeHjJ48DuHSI4G6zf-2BZT-2BMXaeTxKo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0cb5660a-aff0-4617-8fc8-e71af2c9a202_1743173698429927.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 1:08 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Wdio.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtf2HcTHNnAGJMkYDzkDMtc-3DXUAq_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2 Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wt a5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8jXF6XNEdXnlpT70M6JbkwFrlHOPG0LWNO-2Bmfnxhy99b8Cv3LlA0TgxnFFXKiMnQEkuIajIDuwbzjA0mfe1IaM0zy-2F052V8OEN07odzZoQMUaabZsQkP2noeopCMLT80f1mIAqyhqQ pptvaGQ0pEDlfRdE35eTLpD9gsbeNFa814-3D> Author Ethan Schurman WDIO Market Duluth, MN Language English ... A variety of comments were made throughout the meeting, both positive and negative. But generally, all of the things that were expressed are things that could probably be overcome. This Safe Bay program is not a brand-new program. It's been in existence for two years at the Damiano Center. So, the City Council, the fire department, and the police department have been made aware of the program. Representatives then offered their insight and assurances if things went wrong. With renovations happening at the Damiano Center this summer, those who use their Safe Bay program may be displaced. The Compassion ... 'll be out on the street," he said. "We want people to have a good safe space place where they can park their car, where they can access showers, where they can access bathrooms, and have a place to talk to people that can help them move beyond their current situation." The plan has been sent to City Council and will be reviewed for final approval this April. To learn more, sign up for the program, or support the program, you can reach out to Barry Schull, bschull@duluthvineyard.org or CHUM, particularly Joel Kilgour. A few details of operations and Facilities can be seen below. Operations Hours of ... 27 Perham City Council approves purchase of property along Second Street Southwest<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvNsWw2UGk1RfKp-2F A6e2nYgQx7O64ab-2FLX3vPpGP7mV9IF9h3Q2d5WHNk2pvi89lYPp-2BPvx7npwN33CEpMH7Ez9Y35P_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2 FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VM TmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8U-2BBncRF-2FIhkkyumELz26mV-2FmCc7jWVVFnyEme8ZcrwlLduv4lrH6bYJ7M8jcNJ61LXZ1iAjOdIT5JPRDXm19mjg8QvqtPzwNb6yFX95-2FEpEvgR8Xu4xWNY9Wgdv7Qnx1OQWXQAL93A7r0pg85qfPj8G8Y3rM3-2B4HmSzZXtbtguk-3 D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c0ad624e-09d8-4937-927b-64fb2a5ee82e_1743173698429980.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:49 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Perham Focus<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPklFk80YJs7nXD6hBljTrC2Nz7nAEEOj7B4QNgnaIAPZq0zi_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwI aemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3 L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C83LgWbc6QEo7t1K71NkPLmaPfbqWtq-2FBMOJIFfKaNcP29oYV8uZmCD3B-2ByLt61NASN5YuO2Y6PzGMtVTEGKtgERjClYlODesgr0g6mepBNNHGYyN14NZ D1PLKcJssX-2FsSjywStyCeg7GBivpmBVhfG5OK5oxbvb1lZulUImdPc30-3D> Author Barbie Porter Today at 12:25 PM Market Perham, MN Language English The city of Perham's purchase of 530 Second St. SW coincides with potential plans for expanding the emergency services building. The Perham City Council approved purchasing the property at 530 Second St. SW for $150,000. Google Maps Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project PERHAM — The ... Perham City Council approved purchasing the property at 530 Second St. SW for $150,000 during a special council meeting on Wednesday, March 26. The purchase agreement was provided in the City Council packet and stated the closing date is on or before May 30. The document also stated the city will pay all closing costs associated with the legal transfer of the property. The seller will pay property taxes and assessments associated with the property for the current year. The funds to purchase ... 28 St. Peter City Council Working on Revamping Gorman Park<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsbxYDwz4yDYw55yAKiBo0IAQRBK7Efyz5sDFNA2Ao NEOD8iqpdv1a8aquaQiqIiCUgdSkAErcBCmnv-2Fb4j8CLuJqnR_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2 BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8tBCEfeI76yYZ bmBV5ENaB-2ByXm7gLnNzfhOE6nHK9IweNAuIZxMd-2FmaLQa5DL2yf-2FNPF6Jvz1TMqb-2Byu9ZcQfe5TJiWoxh1HLk0tPUsvhUnfeQY4dCBlxjRkGEV0bmP6rMcpWHh4K0aWTMsJmc5mfEFMWFLQZTipN1qENnZAqnqQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/587f044e-1ed3-4fa7-8298-fdcc38e5e24c_1743173698430006.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:14 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Ingstad Media<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPutO-2BLwbHcTtmgfo6Whgc2DZrUP7nV9XAvZmOQcg-2Bi5waoSy_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwg cLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0 xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8hA-2F8K6f3gh6cYw0JxFNN7K2GjuEyuIf65eza-2BTNiBRyYQBipR6OdM-2FXZIeoqNKzB5GAQk3nwih1Qq4-2Bnt6-2B3uVa4c1hiRnMvZxl6qUT0 r6LUBmVIIDsMzLYp7AXc9ghMjSNhzga6c29OM56v0CWAnGlJs8yQWgTuqybv55O42Fk-3D> Market Hutchinson, MN Language English St. Peter Administrator Todd Prafke said the city is working on updating Gorman Park which includes a new destination playground to the north of the Treemendous Playground. This is considered phase one of the project. The post appeared first on Ingstad Media . 29 Bellmont Homes looks to bring 100 housing units to Cold Spring<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvcuPGlh063eNRQ1BLTgNoFxgddPuOJogMc 57SgWglGht0z03ueI8jZOPvdJJ87Cp-2FuHllPm0kPzSZZ7g8iibA2L0Wn_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoA h3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8sCH3d OlCW4LOgGKRvST59ww-2FQLhFUt-2BaxIaHwH4T9SFTkV19YBw-2FFaIdSkULAl5J0OJWaJWH4AHSvipJB1dR9EIWYBGNDXLHfhRduIAd42-2FjiRFYkKaNyS9dxmCgFUot6r6mvwJVrkrerZL7dMk-2FMiVlrJdw9LskbItr0HANBjw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/62302406-a03f-49b5-9d64-d43fd5b72562_1743173698430042.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:11 PM CDT Category Digital News Source St. Cloud Times<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPonI1Mhd6Uhrq80yptzmGil6J3IU3e71lubIG5XvKbJFqoIo_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xf Jz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8-2FJW9Z2g-2F-2Bw0DNFaxiU0rYfPJXdDcOsIXvk-2FYG0UG14mrqDnpUcPpLLEZgBmOEaqjxgASqqcZ51TQDn-2BbAsJxcLN94idt0F8bl26ZcAgaUq LHMJxB3t3KfjUmZTRg3Meb1-2B9ql8Ch-2FRiS7JBu9BxNOxrG5GKs2gfoLcQbK414Mvg-3D> Author Corey Schmidt Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English ... Bellmont Homes, Wausau Homes Cold Spring and Wausau Homes Monticello. All three are the builders for the project. The development is off County Road 2, north of the ROCORI Public Schools campus. Historic homes, rentals and crime: Inside St. Cloud's south side university neighborhood Cold Spring City Council members unanimously approved the planned development during its March 26 city council meeting. Councilmember Doug Schmitz was absent. 30 St. Cloud Public Works Busy this Spring; Mourning a Loss<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt7vb9STIuFhG6RSVi9Bd8FY8-2BY23j1AEkDySFW hn-2FBvEMTbEeqd98HxmSnCK38eMRtiHyM1xi9wDiBkjdnf0h4C91-_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg 4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C81KiPJHnVW DL1eyMqxDpTCkNaqvNKNjZNeeoiRHvXX1AUuPPbQJy2rFzyvinM-2BNx2A6ZyxpkASUlwq-2FZcZd-2BSpp4X-2FLkzh0HIydpOHGDu43J-2FaOhGasRHrdV4tmGYySvnFWMI44oCNLxms97CvWvJyqVyrQB1N5S2Ov2GaqQVfyA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cc125b87-b131-481d-9898-c932f2c63849_1743173698430069.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:04 PM CDT Category Digital News Source AM 1240 WJON<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqGS3D3vBPix-2F50iIcUrmb4-3DvTFH_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY 6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9a YoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8CkEERj5S7ynEJbZCGV536L7ZxJf3w5hQjxaYU56NlLYlyHhtMFRGnc5LVEL-2BY0COHqHyvZg3k7pjLbVffix0G1CWD2rUtoYXDxZW6D-2BGI6MgoJBx0YtIiSstcGBsv01y6pY HQApUtLqEqcsf0Oni5KHugrkQCowKTSeILvQBY6w-3D> Author Jay Caldwell Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English The St. Cloud Public Services Department is mourning the loss of longtime Public Works Operations Manager Tom Zabinski. He passed away recently after a courageous battle with cancer. St. Cloud Public Services Director Tracy Hodel joined me on WJON. She says Tom put in over 40 years of service to the St. Cloud community and was working all the way up to his hospitalization. Hodel ... says Zabinski is missed. attachment-Thomas Zabinski loading... Hodel says Public Works has been working on pot hole filling and expects that to pick up with precipitation expected this weekend. She says the freeze and thaw leads to pot holes challenges on older roads. Hodel doesn't expect this to be too bad of year for pot holes in part, because of the amount of roads that have ... been reconstructed over the past few years. She says reconstructed roads shouldn't have pot holes for 10 to 15 years. Public Works is also working on street sweeping, crack sealing, alley grading, storm water sumps and maintenance with the Vactor truck. They are also working on sod and mailbox repair, catch basin and manhole repairs in relation to the 2025 road resurfacing project and also the Lincoln Avenue Project. ... Public Works is removing plows and salt spreaders from trucks, road sign repair and replacement and assisting with biosolid hauling. loading... The City of St. Cloud has key construction projects in 2025 including the reconstruction of Lincoln Avenue. Expect more details on these projects in future stories ... 31 Company pauses for AI data center in small rural town<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuFmQc8eYRjEeX6DHfMz6dlFoZoGFaR-2B98mcbrrymJ CCn4PfYALOWIyRTsmP4J6xgdu5nJ1j6XgpdKBQzeJJApwP-4k_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA 0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8SinimCmIYhoGyV RAmUK3OR8BqYXy6Uc5X027W-2B8yTFrtE3BWrZgeCRYCOG0CN8xuogoqR0xOLg5nyY3t4F0Z0G-2FVm-2BUAPFeEaGEuJigAJ-2Booz4p9fH5RmBLnGGW9TviK6PWD1CtCNYyAt-2BRdfKivoXgHz4d8BkhGewYtRmnf4HU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://www.startribune.com/200.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:52 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2F6ike_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo- 2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVA MT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8KPVKPt4KA56YLq4jdgChJEMdvgC-2B0-2Bd5R4A7ER4MR-2B8zX3e2TH9KaeoYznedepl3jYLknATCFxqcJFN0KZMNvn964RAldjpmE fVsHs3VTYF-2BTZGGnpB-2Bpc9qn0gHiAQjuG-2BYyoOCUiJRCAOTltKC8D8zGgayJUVwQ1oNLYgzdXI-3D> Author Jp Lawrence Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... Mountain Lake with $250,000 in utilities revenue for an AI data center to be purchased near the town's electrical substation, according to a city information. Revolve Labs nixed its Mountain Lake plan a week before a public forum set to address questions from the public in mid-February, said city administrator Michael Mueller, who led discussions with the company. "As of right now, no data center or any facility is coming to Mountain Lake," Mueller said in a recent phone call. He said he hopes to restart conversations with the company next year. Jeff St. Onge, senior operations manager at Revolve Labs ... 32 Isanti seeks outside help for finances<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLfMzAM-2B26wqjGA7K1oQaS-2BrLqW4FZqiOvegeYaVogBwGqsSzJeVtL Pw0kb3k4xm2bbgt4KINDR-2Bz6-2BY71lCfr13Vm_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeH lDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8p7K5QSP-2BqebO1bP55ucH4 Fm-2F7ijePRI0As6f2dOq1QdksceTayG9rJp-2FO4-2BXxHFPJVwWMVWTAanRk9fzh3rpnnsccAoKHOWUsXf5wktZZVEAre00P6JQ70I8eKeFKZ47Eogbr14ZYDFhApWzFwpazBiAu6iJ0atbeqsqxrazNo0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/372e440f-864b-4f1c-ac09-a18965982ad4_1743173698430133.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:38 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Isanti-Chisago County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPiF4Da4ZU1sKqRMgieQDku83nLnyfqhFUJhPDzw9WqkaJzzIMr2sXZ-2FewVh6981Ggw-3D-3D_KYb_6ATJWrJvEKw tTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRK iLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8gdF9nKAMNLA5svSraPcgYMvXFk2DwT95bcE1L4GXUkNpC4vv2G0xCAjGxCadn3Vx5l7k1C6z1J- 2BXjkigtL3zoEt6IUfyv1wNJNEDF2BsIGrMzytD6Rws4APLQyfb2Yopu73ldb04CPIADd5lWCj2rf81guTw9J3tuAN0jOuPQDE-3D> Author Bill Stickels III Market Cambridge, MN Language English ... candidate interviews for the permanent finance director position. She said the estimated cost would be $3,900 per week, but that amount would fluctuate depending on the actual hours worked and if there would be more or less time needed on site as the city would be covering travel expenses. Interim Mayor Luke Merrill questioned if the city could get a lower rate if they sent out requests for proposals. "I know that a lot of business accountants are around 100 to 150 (dollars) per hour," Merrill said. Wood said they might, however, the city needs someone helping out immediately. She added she was ... 33 It’s still unclear if trash will be picked up in St. Paul starting April 1<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvRcy-2FWvsMX59Cg4O6JMd suSHpLiLNWTZORh2VJGdvHlcpvhS3KiEl2uWHIlEfmjh5rYPJRwSZ7B3WVw7VcF1eCUaQm_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXem uX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaS iYsp8C8cbszzAeR9pwTuFtu0xUBLCoT9ALK7dFSnVa5POdHRKrQIZ1QqmsR9JoicJaiyE5DZjsLjDHYSc-2Frl4yI1S-2FHtsTo4OtnNy0EhGAkh91ftoY8wC-2FiEhoZM-2FvTzHJBzLvacCLSLR5R850HZYsr1o5iLsoryZ-2FXhD3dAEp76P5toPU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/4e3c2b06-04bb-4d92-845e-ba80d5d827c0_1743173698430161.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:20 AM CDT Category Digital News Source MinnPost<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPratYBs8Lf8jjbKHSf3SgJ6b394KMVOv6PlRMC5-2BEgJ0W0Br_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIae mqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMbyKwk8U5U-2FhqUMGVTjb28qpq5-2FlR7jvXemuX-2BGuGGVoAh3Hg4-2BA0SZidFHeHlDGEfHEhx8honxXLPgGUQliyBMXramlSEbOV0NTX8o8F72plfgRKiLcucvi0E0c2NX16WClGf7c6MQVAMT5NWNIk9o0xfJz3L1 vN6frGmty0xN9aYoI1Wta5rQDHd5birp4w6Ei4nkEphDOuR5DbopQmjhq7x2VMTmdVD4oaSiYsp8C8NOY6CoBeuVBb-2BkBHBkVTxFoTr3eLhL-2BhxiHZmID9fhBvy2vAsYKKbLUyUtRkPhl8Kwk0JhE5-2FS06LonZG-2FqohcCS4dBCVUGTK9s7GbCQ5h6Z-2But Afb5jBDTDBUoOhu-2BskDrpVudnRUrVfHsguNV-2FmTHR92O4qwxQUHsqwkjVjzU-3D> Author Winter Keefer Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... under our seven-year agreement." "Beyond the legal obligation we have under state law to provide trash services, breach of contract would expose taxpayers to costly litigation, and interrupt trash hauling service for St. Paul households," Carter wrote. Additionally, in a call last week, Public Works Director Sean Kershaw was unable to say what alternative options are available in the interim if FCC Environmental needed to find a new site. "We're looking at a range of options that would get us to providing trash services by April 1," Kershaw said. The zoning dispute heated up when the City ... 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Mayor Andrea Zupancich again raised questions over the city's fund balances and the report provided in the agenda packet. After correcting the dates from 2024 to 2025, Zupancich asked why the account balances from 12/31/2024 weren't the same for 1/1/2025. "We approved December 31st, so those numbers ... 2 Falcon Heights floats plan to charge for street parking during State Fair<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttYUzyLA02yejcO68VoHnSCwk C7OpcNvFkV6AY4034T98UGfGvKZKVR058I5c2PQ5GZcYrI29RgdTRxekAGgA6-2B2FuL_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLF endwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9 uKl0dnfVPKRqwiv8mS9O-2B4lPumAKgHZelGIaB-2BiRWwd4Iz54eRTzwtIaNaM8zTPqq1JkevGGcXGvPE920YUhu-2F95QuvADrZ-2BSghV9-2FxNePN0KNRJL7qqyXekeE76Fh7y70EnLktzFNK2siBtnRFowfSj-2BHRQlEVk1icvPNH9ISox8R2PPciK9hMU-3D > [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a8b0c4b8-7f4b-4b89-9fca-cc8fea28d636_1743173698428978.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:31 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FZH1l_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9 tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BS iclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwT-2FlefniVpLWaVEHGbwerknhadvXPNuaFIijvyxdqyLYg9X2Awio82wvoDPzhKTSm0JdBTlOjlpnn8dsOyAW-2BLSbMtTr 0YhihF0CrxCx-2Bck0opeIFA4ooppvxln-2BoNZDipfYcewk8lqaeGl-2BG0Ne6LqJ3QYItsIdW21VW7iT72BY-3D> Author Tim Harlow Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... happen. This is a way to cover costs and ideally create a revenue stream" that is not on property taxes, she said. For now, the measure calls for using e-meters only during the State Fair, but the ordinance could be amended annually to allow for their use for other events such as car shows. The city council could take up the discussion at its next meeting, April 2. 3 Blaine approves outdoor dining for forthcoming Hope Breakfast Bar<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttk9xR0xR7q6NIJlgBMqHz9zOXzXyHXXv a-2F9ozCzaXNMpPWhJdce9D-2BShst84sxzly5vEUnQz-2Bj5O5yzfXAVzBA7MXu_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendw tqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0 dnfVPKRqwRPZz5eV-2BrsVl1h87gg4VBZlscXsIB-2FlcY85vVojVrQ8dwgyaQ9RVFVGHhDmo84bOgo48vBBpeR0xBehFSwl3GrnBy-2FhfzLQq4bCfGXRFcn-2BHydyCkVJQN2FyLdRmNBgkgqiO-2FkIoFTlTpPiXQ1Wakyhl27nxu0bLyqqwi07fOnc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8034da98-ce81-4d49-ac4a-5adf6a5a3920_1743173698429019.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CMUZ5_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFN H8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwrpr1i-2FeGSO1AZLxNGQFJYK-2BXtrIb4rGaAk3Cp6VIMMDKR18i8mvQMWgxg47RYnsxI-2BAgXAS0KU8MMNOrSqSHhPyoK2FjYmCe1U xSGjGc4rJDrLpTrWFXcZHjWVmkQD1LFRiN5DMfKN24oMwZTjvKjj1pQv37flih8MnOIRz-2B0Z4-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council approved a conditional use permit allowing outdoor dining at the forthcoming Hope Breakfast Bar, featuring, as previously reported by ABC Newspapers, an "elevated brunch" style menu. The property, located at the strip mall inside Club West Parkway and 109th Avenue NE, is zoned B-2 for Community ... 4 Nowthen appoints new council member<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu7-2BdAnOELkDCg1KWVWtvFyHmFDSLNsc3gUUpFvd5P408KsJVBI42g-2FDwuQ 6laLFVB7xnySC6dpGD47siFMvMLuR7lK_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08g OxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw9GecMdQEoZRn22zbUeU2IjI JEAutm-2B76pLSrsk3gy-2FvPnt4T8dBJgtZ3R4nZsPLBV2RfjOFy2Kdfll6extDDI3HFVbLBlyymxK4bUUx5KYzGQeQjXErjiYonNpHSneL5fZEmws0DrRHajFuPfiAT4Fcht0rUKc1mrLLOJQzKhtg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/751ed33d-5d17-47ac-894a-10ff13677fca_1743173698429057.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Czd9D_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFN H8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwh8DkO-2Bsl-2Fd8hQPLOHnKYKhd3OZ3uXpWFt4OSnIcbKMMW3N4GKGHoz-2BI-2BQhjmh3JZUIpPDyN4Fi8qFdiWX-2B9PTJp3JTh1rw epbjjR4at79AzEWOrgdNFFFGZgtYUUQyoWP41WG4q82OJNPM8G3ojx0Y6yCK1Q-2F0dYSlEcDVOBsgg-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Nowthen's City Council, on March 12 at a City Council meeting held one day after the regular business meeting, approved Daniel Swenson to serve its five-month temporary council appointment until an August 2025 special election to permanently fill the seat. The vote was 3-1, with Council Member Dan Breyen voting no after a momentary pause. 5 Caledonia council interviews firms for civil engineering contract<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts7lGrzYoLuxG3JYnjdgJnNBWuqKDCzJH 5oX-2Bsq5uuTbp-2FViny6pma8ZLziPriR5-2Fdn8s34UVpsdZXYavxWGPUwdDFs_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendw tqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0 dnfVPKRqw28WrPb3SMkeLNZhKJC6jAqTn6JyNnQAQiwPBsMAnhuMirC6yBtvFp-2FSU5SeN3BJCccJUZ02BhXCCoM3CTmfcYkZkNYASjJHqXkJBGBk23vwsA-2F0CHbleGjMLJ7ypddjn7xxX5H0VTHKO-2BJ9I1O9yBXtCzebrEMtF9X0yAEzGuN8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d75fa0a2-2da3-4d3a-9009-7a81a861cc08_1743173698429102.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CfZdS_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFN H8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwGariYrNyafqMLtgU-2Bo8-2FvuPKpJT5kuas8jTyRYffEDfjo2rGucWuMuEYCnWcYL2zER0OiQW5UsFV6zPrK4buyjvJvoNGfJJTvgH3 hPTEQNA-2FmvqhEgRslFlfU9VEwOlSdXvKhwbLg8z2AYQlfF8z4FVu5IhAbws7Mv54ou0Jg-2BQ-3D> Author OLIVIA SCHMIDT Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Caledonia City Council took a significant step in selecting a new civil engineering firm during its March 24 meeting, interviewing three firms vying for the position. Civil Engineer interviews 6 Pierz Fire Department Assistant Chief addresses residency rumors at City Council meeting<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvQAiQI1-2 BypY0N7zo23U26nrZo-2F4RomRj2j3wCQL3YWxeGWiPCMPRwZLh8R0MLKro4YoY-2FuCHDBxanOJejb6TWv9a4y_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXi TkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4 -2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwmgr34Uy6C8K3xCnw-2FK3MkdnuvP-2F3WWtI47Az2Cdn5fEh-2BVCMaVdUIS4aAKii0F079bEJ0RH6NheAe4rfof32-2BNfwFh3i185CwnTfssw9tSE3NgautwDQOb6-2B3EpiUcIdycn4Fsg1CpISFw-2FaB7bJtAOTaFb SMV-2FTwT3z5D2HD78-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8cc73ddb-4dde-4d81-94dd-7b77eb43d081_1743173698429138.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Morrison County Record - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqOhEH2TAmshIjcBT-2F-2BaiV9kQuSCNWM7foE2qjDhszEr A-3D-3D8H_w_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm- 2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw6Jpw-2FZZI6S0STf2-2FRlu4P5BioZZBsToICrZXEsLQ siClP9VNN9NLcb98Fxy9w5SJiQ8fAPYSUwFxnxJbJIHl0iaioEyueUTWdjT-2F9uQFWcAYNCFExwkWOf2F4yzPV4v-2By5Zx9OZu0FHvq6xULJ6Xn9dDT49H5ZABM59B62BFDTo-3D> Author Joseph Stanichar Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English In a tense moment during the Monday, March 10 Pierz City Council meeting, former Fire Department Assistant Chief and current Pierz firefighter Phil Scribner directly confronted rumors about his residency, emphatically stating that he continues to live in Pierz despite ongoing speculation about a potential move. Having requested to speak at the meeting, Scribner revealed that he has been in the process of attempting to purchase a new home ... 7 Motley councilmember proposes ‘mayor for a day’ event for young students<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt-2B6RvdkjgLy7QucMSW2aahA s9mSSZ4LC1ACecOOTBoEp2HkRpIjQV9XR86jhxQWASJB-2F2sXqhkX08uZqktUK8XLz_w_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXL FendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD 9uKl0dnfVPKRqwSsLa5oqE06rcmoXsOZNe-2B-2Fz8551xTb4GN-2FSlxL7wqo8m2fFJFhRfykL8wBfh3ki-2B-2Bk0DkW6-2F7JrnvVjdw8MIQxl552qOHyYpnk2Ye0NhwoLzDp2u-2Fz-2B6zLfKsV0J-2FJEOYy5XYUwFdbxSySCC17PkcwrUaDW-2BoVSpsvdLP w2lvbw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ba2e6ece-764b-4fc0-a6e7-1f7a68ca3db5_1743173698429179.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Morrison County Record - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqOhEH2TAmshIjcBT-2F-2BaiV9kQuSCNWM7foE2qjDhszEr A-3D-3Dx67c_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm- 2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwyGVsIT0OVBH1rydf-2B22vktgZqU5HBwlt9NSEeU7ovZ niZ-2FydUNf2KiLIzfki4HoDpV5zIAXSU-2BwE1-2FC3WU1Is4ngycW6bWi2Oa42vxxg0q055jZqFOfkCV0dcMMf8Wi2vfzU0vkBWW1IxEAPDmocN8orsV5yNFxvpsNwWq7ooy8-3D> Author Joseph Stanichar / Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English In a passionate presentation during the Monday, March 10 Motley City Council meeting, Councilmember Steve Johnson proposed an innovative program to ignite civic interest among elementary school students by creating a "Mayor for a Day" event. Drawing from a successful initiative he and his wife implemented over a decade ago, Johnson believes the program could help bridge ... 8 Three Cottonwood County residents honored for efforts during 2024 flood<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttVgPsHpbbYXe-2BJwbVwpbjyo2 Kbb7gh42qWFtAKXYuLtpx9v6IpdFV-2FrHYz2Zb3AkQQmtNWEI3N0uVAFSCz1HX5C2m8_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLF endwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9 uKl0dnfVPKRqw7glC-2FhW6VPMV70PoOG0wyZH0bBg6hYnf96tNNG4t72uvHgV7JQJxpkQWfidzGi9nKUcnGewqYQoCjSWPqA3HRIMTGXfzYcOWziMryvmHdEzj3CACjjOdI9w-2FeCwx7sRARTK0b2zOAYuWe4ArZ9vFowj5z8284sCXZd5GRc6NKeE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/69abbdad-811b-47fd-9b80-7637a0955cd2_1743173698429236.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 7:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Worthington Daily Globe<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsZhmOzBmJfbkbgwd7XFqLA-3D_pAl_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6 p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1 ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwNBNvY-2FC-2FNWx2f3UDzor-2FQeToRH6AeA0CbBtJx6jIRHpAhWnArodeZInZ0AKqsxVXH6-2F8vjcXPP2zAukMP2gTpunA3eRUT4wFCYimAhE8pNC9Jb icj2d6nD7AvjBF3vMvgcHks-2F0Wrl8p-2FX-2B5aMzNj4USsSvT1022goWbH9RFA5M-3D> Author Hope Moural Today at 7:00 AM Market Worthington, MN Language English The awards were distributed March 18 by the Windom City Council Windom Mayor Hilary Mathis is presented with the Outstanding Commitment to Community Recovery Award by Kevin Reed, Interim Director of the Minnesota Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Contributed/Jenny Quade Today at 7:00 AM Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting ... and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project WINDOM — Nearly 10 months after flooding swept across portions of southwest Minnesota and northwest Iowa, three Cottonwood County individuals were publicly recognized by the Windom City Council earlier this month for their efforts during the emergency situation. Those recognized were Hilary Mathis, who now serves as mayor of Windom, Economic Development Authority Director Tiffany Lamb and Assistant County Engineer and Solid Waste Administrator Kyle Pillatzki. They were presented awards ... 9 Retiring Lake Shore police chief reflects on his years in law enforcement<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttWS68nRt7UN1ft0H2XbjmrEN EptovDtS9i3EatGbfHjq8CbPz-2FoC0jciWAJeWAS-2B4DwNauLmEho9iBf4KcaKwEljkk_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdX LFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9V D9uKl0dnfVPKRqw4VNwoi77yeP2RA-2FGO2pU-2FoEs5DnIqVKGOrnTIW4-2Be0-2Fez2eOMSnkChqMOtoYLv1cK4Y6w8il-2BOzovlWVYzxfbNTJ4TAUliG1bgkT7zP-2B1JQl5M2I9wYEnUIBtI4AgrDGVoNy4n30EF9qRvWnE8FinX727kpYSHKzLS5Roeoj8-2B g-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5a586726-7289-440f-a86f-33612e40ba5c_1743173698429298.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 6:57 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Brainerd Daily Dispatch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrp5GtctrECvwNC2KVkzOlApSgf68DSYv1Zx0gA8UmR8-3J4_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIieh uguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkB GaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwIOODn-2FrH6Z5Z9L5FEUiC3kLfrTHUs-2Fn4UFieTfDKTERzcrHuT4rWt2ceYRQ-2F2qKCI90jeQ7O34p9m5nSnla2S6ixK5uEm1 MPO7yZnwjZLQxhnU-2B-2BOfgTPTNtZ3lQtvncHZ9c5iwSfZlE6hynH4ymKefxgt5FRmOC9I7lmOwjARw-3D> Author Nancy Vogt Market Brainerd, MN Language English Steve Sundstrom's last shift is March 31, after 28 years working for Lake Shore. LAKE SHORE — "I'm the home boy who never left." That's how Lake Shore Police Chief Steve Sundstrom describes his Pequot Lakes roots, adding that's even how he's referred to at Pequot Lakes High School class of 1988 reunions. Now this home boy is leaving a nearly 35-year law enforcement career through retirement. His last day with Lake Shore is Monday, March 31, when he'll park ... 3 p.m. Monday, March 31, at Lake Shore City Hall. Of course, Sundstrom, 55, has mentors who played key roles in his career that took him from working at the Pequot Lakes Police Department to becoming an officer in Lake Shore and then chief for the past 22 years. Those include a former Pequot Lakes police chief, the late Mark Forsberg; former Crosslake Police Chief Bob Hartman; and the late John Bukovich, former Lake Shore police chief who gave Sundstrom the opportunity to work in Lake Shore. It's a career that Sundstrom said has been perfect. Lake Shore is also where ... up next to Sundstrom's when he was working one day, asked how much money he made in Pequot Lakes and whether Sundstrom would like to make a couple thousand more per year. It turns out Lake Shore was about to have a full-time opening for an officer. "Then he also said, 'I'm only going to be the police chief here for a few more years. So there will be a chief spot opening. You'll have a good chance of becoming chief,'" Sundstrom said. "I said, 'Yeah, I'd be very interested in that.' That was our conversation. That's all we had." A couple weeks later, Bukovich pulled up next to Sundstrom's squad again ... 10 City Council approves millions to stifle violence in Minneapolis<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLeQivSxinvwZG-2BLRC4T1okNuzCEnY 2JNMqAMGWYpW-2BRdpQi5JM86KTPNdLNS2vrGYtM6VC629c9Cdz0-2BouGZRk_co_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendw tqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0 dnfVPKRqwvn-2B6ES-2FTVoCtlAn7kXjpDCS5FSwcBsXxSWuJrTpUSXUR9P-2FCJQpitasKvJyx0NlbbLi9BCeVM8MM85Pb6pkbOf8mnSYpOp8QGU6cf6PhMY6qkmuZ76mgOistMWqRRNq2BmYkTlmJKErtztRn0DMx0psiMtopSbHoT3tVn-2F2u7mk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8a354aae-f153-439b-92cc-146f7f096a13_1743173698429352.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 6:30 AM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYv4Zf_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sM YDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwwNl-2BHC86KnLJlkS62dLabBvDeZjils9fHoMVeQA-2FFy7Sik3Nr0XDqgnpx8bgRHhZtbW0UB8cZLPUEwJjCUSznaOaZzTYknRSQ04XLZA0 L4zDoUNILdU2o29xQDZ-2BpzhQ366fMZOnWtiI0-2FcTDQPcuBnaMbJ6-2BZN9nU-2Fj83vfA8s-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English There is now a new multi-million dollar agreement in place aimed to curb violence within the city of Minneapolis. 11 Welcome City Council to meet April 1<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsf-2Fxye5dQ9hKTT-2FoGV25iy9slODuN6G3-2BGLD-2B107whtlgYbM-2Fv FNf7tNyhiX-2Bu6xDBPSnpPFGlbEFHVWLFw3wHD8mf_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInx vMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwm1lLK6m34w-2F HjcBjR7n0r8Fe3Y63xgibDft4KTx3cbW7O3LW2MmeYRcZ-2FqRteZa1OzWwHLdhHMrUYsQ2vX2wLfJpYcGcdzh7XvI-2BSdxS7Js4HQPWzny6HC-2FfaL63L1hlwFp8qGYODErlI7vaDxvyBPe525DNKZDhZgv9FUUEsrE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:09 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fairmont Sentinel<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLNRbQ6mHxSL0N0UftXr2sdPgmLl04YtO7g1-2Bha6cm5Gybsa9_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehug uOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGa FNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw7LDobLBR-2Bk2-2F-2BfAO1isxI3rrZp80WgKacOiAXI4g-2BYBKBjL5vm7vYleu80wxhYtRZ9lDi5aiycifwPK2OB7hb-2FTbmDHV WjIf8SRdCzxi8vbAxYzEkL0UGDobQBeAOMhlmqSQ1Wo1wa6f5lj4nITNGAveDCc9QBGmxHBLhdgQYSQ-3D> Market Kiester, MN Language English ... , and 10:30 a.m. services at St.Peter Lutheran Church in Ceylon. The Tuesday Coffee Hours will be from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1 (and each Tuesday) at the Sinn Family Celebration of Life Center in Trimont. Join friends and neighbors for coffee, goodies and great fellowship. The Welcome City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, at the City Hall. Public comments and questions will be accepted at the beginning of each meeting. To be on the regular agenda, please contact the Clerk at City Hall before the meeting date at (507) 728-8740. The agenda will include the second reading of the ... 12 MPD: Surge in hiring experienced officer, slowly rebuilding force to fulfill city charter<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttsILr2w dHMlQnoHPEe8l02FSACHjznuFDptZy5zs8-2FhjL8NrMkyAIwd1E8KTNiSCrE5P2xeqDJRc-2BGxKUlOw-2BEE9Dm_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBo XiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3 P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwN7QlVwioFKOm2T8AvglARMYB36dxtLnU6bZkbxa2-2Fcl1uB-2B-2BOTUzwo-2BGlw2nEzCujKoeu0WpbS2JKBhlAphCwWhmqeHEA-2BiyK0HtnFVl7TdNvfNiszbxWwzWNKvbHNj-2BkDUs1-2F6uvQombL-2Bmei64n 2pqP-2FqhYmT02MeY3DCOeKY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d63e602d-7f34-48f7-aaf2-8447a565e5de_1743173698429384.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:45 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3D7h75_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbt E84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfo ILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwsI6opRvRUAQ-2BsCQuA15EoFZu5FuSMQxybA-2BLhA-2FDPEuCRC3meHmvg-2BTHpMz-2B7GrGZyZyust6U8-2F0aGKSCZWVwkDj7F01keoZxlvtbr5i4fnjF-2Fr-2B8Uu2mEg-2 BFUaKfSNitlmFO-2BnpNjMazvDRgDcg7lql2jzNCMO-2FyyCGMTsxbso-3D> Author Ben Henry KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... leadership," Heather Starry, who joined MPD as a lateral hire from a metro police department in 2024, said. "It's been nothing but positive here, and I think that really builds morale." For patrol officer Liban Ibrahim, who also joined in 2024 from the Metro Transit Police Department, it was the police chief that drew him to Minneapolis. "I saw the changes that [were] happening here after Chief O'Hara got here," Ibrahim said. And William Nkata, joining from another metro department, also wanted to be part of the change. "Even after everything that the city went through, I felt like was still a ... 13 Falcon Heights introduces controversial State Fair parking charge<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttJYQcUo32yPdsXpthTxWW3WRpr69K0a YsUKntsbkJNGkXc89kk6WfqImMg9RnSLJ2F6YTTYtzudkhKipLjPLT3sGVd_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9 G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVP KRqwzlIDInD5mOoWQyTcsfQxwqLgOIeq182bCfDZLlHMUN7jhaZCvuvzmOTakhMmyWTwtqid-2FAFm5ojvSiq3XQTLBp45dspS975M-2Bf53Y2mEuLaJ074atWaprXgfR6FIVad9V5ntE-2BaCQa1xRm136hWy4BovHZfof2aFPHcKwGr-2FZsY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a797807d-ea52-4ba5-8657-39324521516c_1743173698429465.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:36 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DHwEm_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3t rldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xS P3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw8y6C8qWSz4R0uZFb8NJDOpValH0AR0q9ZQvkhxxxDVh1bsZ1W7IW9SdzvStvhs7ZOsZpED8ZMEEJGaH3cJplT9J0MROKHG7p0koaUW8d0pXgw0nE5l3Kxf1HL2uPE2atk9JC p4ElW-2FALHDzuiwB5K3fU2LUiTbrRmfoPWC-2BYAhM-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... fee would apply to the northeast quadrant of the city, affecting nearly 1,000 parking spots. City officials estimate that this move could generate between $100,000 to $200,000 in revenue, which would be used to cover extra staffing costs during the fair and improve local roads. Falcon Heights City Administrator Jack Linehan emphasized that the specifics of the plan, including the $25 fee, are not yet finalized. "We take the public hearing comments very seriously," Linehan says. The city plans to implement the paid parking system using the ParkMobile app and temporary signage. Additionally, parking ... 14 Suited up: North Mankato Fire Department completes cold water training at Spring Lake Park<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu22pK4 wLWVbcO2RU0EjqLi-2F2jC78XeycMQObr69ljeutiMPiREqCUorvbEGCl0nsH49NrOa3taQeYIcn6fdgMja3Sl_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiT kLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4- 2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw5dOcxkUNcvb11OyUgPRb-2FHZK-2BuOtQHQcLzweKH85G5QvPSvEIYjjT7NjkLb8ZaGKBx-2FrprY1B9BUC-2FRPNv97H0rWMrUAIcghjA5no3tT2IW7NgQXedY-2B-2B-2Fn1349w-2FVTlZc1q3dh6CjVSvul6XIzH3CT3 UK9xKvqNeDIS6omPiKM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5510594e-ce2b-465d-a7a8-b1b5fe302a4b_1743173698429523.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:26 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnA6m5q_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBG aFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwMx-2BFL-2FEyyUvtsVb3lQLEsYbla9Nhzu4XC6gF15WZOKmtWxLPbisZG1R6-2F0gX8yODQDEu-2BYKSxYVX-2B3rjjha1Y5MOnR9 0HHgwraiArE-2FPeC-2Fok0NsEtOnPlLZlD0lwBVYbvPR9FGQOG124XCGdQEO7rsMiOwtToTCWkLpEPkUfqw-3D> Author Holly Marie Moore Market Mankato, MN Language English ... , joggers and onlookers got a front row seat as North Mankato Fire Department trucks pulled in not for an emergency, but for cold water training. Though a simulation, it was a realistic scene, and as the crew cleared a path to the pond and blew up a raft to help a member of the team in the water, firefighter David Bruckhoff put on the yellow rescue suit for the first time. "It's definitely an experience. The suits fit very snug once you, what they call burp the suit, because there's a lot of air in it when you get in there. It's definitely a different feeling when you get in the water. The water, it ... focus on getting their breathing under control before assessing the situation and making a plan. To slow heat loss, cross your ankles and cross your arms over your chest, then draw your knees to your chest and lean back and try to relax. Bruckhoff said that, for those considering a career as a firefighter, you're never too old to start. "If you've ever wanted to do it, don't be afraid to try it," he said. "It's so worth it, and the community needs it." (0 Ratings) 15 Minneapolis approves new violence interruption contracts<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttz8GhDLW69N31-2F80mIIuoDRY9BjY6QHQ7EqBCw utYyxw9PU5K3Gm5M0nKsRtzqOB6d2aCIYOqZ5gHZ9lNMB2ghXg_1_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk -2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwgR- 2FNpUPM5tr-2FKEi4EEGxTpPPdUJ35GB1PlL4q-2ByOIo41CT-2FwLisOihrK7xDpq7symVmt4DkJTFdtqkO4xGkIkiWrTgA6zU3ERjmjBZFReIpsZ-2FIft4PQd7cZ3qxI8AkMDlH7KkPakVXYv3AO8c0zBUCIKK-2B4yozOvVjGAaGxjw4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/media.cm.com/outlets/40024.jpg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:18 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYZ66a_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sM YDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwbsOdOoIxEcni-2FA8cY4NeWcEh58mqMOAV8J7cOLcyOW69ZMs0k-2B1rgH9lI90VpzShJgUeymcnwlowhmesb72kWg9uwM7UYjUEFQc2AGHs DlTk5Lp1NQ6tIML73V9OYzCJmxqThegddm-2B6m-2B25EvmWr5NrUY7kbZ-2F3m-2BMjw9Y8-2BVM-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English WCCO digital update: Afternoon of March 27, 2025 The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday approved new contracts with community organizations aimed at reducing violence in the city. The decision comes over a week after the city's Office of Community Safety announced it was pulling all contracts for violence interruption services. Five groups were selected to continue the ... C.H. Outreach, Sabathini Community Center and MAD DADS of Minneapolis in the city's southside. The contracts are a year long with the option for renewal. Rev. Jerry McAfee's nonprofit, Salem Inc., had previously expected to be awarded a contract during Thursday's meeting, but it was canceled after city council members say the pastor threatened them. The decision also came after a violence interrupter from McAfee's 21 Days of Peace was arrested and charged with reckless discharge of a firearm after he was injured during a shooting. "I ain't going nowhere, we ain't going nowhere and everybody's feet ... 16 Controversial Woodland condo project moves ahead in Duluth<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuXeXQ2qE3rKZejrhIudbf2P5QIGMIQbYDvrjWL rKV7x1rXYS12jonj83wYp44-2BxU63cIs0uxmq-2BHUfU7bSaroab_lA_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0- 2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRq w8zr-2FPB-2BVjWzqeSvbRUFjwJx-2B5MAyaKSbQQ8t-2F8sMgGG6lu8JTWRmHS99PwoUNUGDCQrRYWw2lNphmYmPxo6Hf6ayROHDeNA4g6snWOgivz8FrG-2FOFwpnVfoE7xe4zN2-2FdDL2Ya4DrJSxSGjXBFjOFU-2BhYnGGSp9ffaiklI76j6s-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/60150ea5-35b0-4540-80cb-12af82282e3d_1743173698429588.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 9:23 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Duluth News Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrFYXG1Kapsw92N7FhLjg0RcW74IciBf-2FrSNOFF0k0-2Fwr87g_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIieh uguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkB GaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw879-2BTO1ArmZnySmaPoFqDJO6-2F-2FBd6uRvIAaK0HWv0Vrz3n4DUzomuhPLZVBiNLuKHpVGenuTRSYqOR2qs5W-2BCXLiv-2F -2FbHpruZrLAFhJBa0NgCfx-2Bd2-2BM0e6c2z5YPzaqPyBtoEHQuLFXgI8tlRZ6tsZg3aH9j3Hq4H9wi9Uqr98-3D> Author Peter Passi Today at 9:16 PM Market Duluth, MN Language English ... that revenue to actually pay for what we have already." Commissioner Chris Adatte agreed, saying: "The municipality desperately needs the tax revenue. We need investment in projects like this to go forward." While the Planning Commission approved the proposed zoning change Wednesday, the Duluth City Council will have the final say, and the matter could go to a vote by April 14 at the soonest. 17 Council orders updated assessment of Carnegie building<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsLNotkpYpbFcsM6oPgcOsCg2jrI1r85EdtKn0biq83 ogjp3gfBW7znXRjwRZjq5i4Kknb35-2FSJxI6jk8imP9WY5wrI_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2 Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwd43tP BBu2q-2BnPsdKbHp3RSYo0MNDDIMonkk7Cfxe442Cc8Xj6HA8wxH1HCCgzqySjce3FNnvUu5WP3wSOKi5RYRiIGqsNyWiJ-2F8q0eKtX-2BUC-2BhU-2BLkPuUozk8Ri8Xum7drbXMDMoj-2BYFWKN6yavjTbF6bpa-2F1gyeIN-2BPO0ZnLwI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7660b079-0c11-447f-aaea-dff535e5d557_1743173698429618.webp] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQHWYp_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIi ehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSicl kBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw07oCDBE8PhfO3d-2FJqyQRbVthcY6R3ZtMiTJFUWs1E-2BQi1HubIDH3gu-2BaiupycLP9C3LlRz9qddIpmGkM3ZYIdhLyEOfT xgPg7fiIqqJF2JU9aU4PvbvUmgxl6lRMcyzvSuZrwfqdy5JyjyOWS3jiS8O4rhLwjTrFG19Uwn8dqM4-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... property in 2019 that identified $264,813 to $300,000 in high priority repairs to the building. After the portion of the east wall collapsed, it was estimated that it would cost $223,000 to fix it. That would bring the total estimated cost to repair the building to between $487,813 and $523,000. Mayor Dan Delaney said costs have increased since then and there could have been additional damage over the last five or six years. He said updated information was needed for the council to determine how to proceed with the property. The city's Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) offered its thoughts ... 18 Industrial Road project takes another step forward<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsXe8WXH5ys734i332uINNrRHByx3k99HV-2BqWgkNNLq1r 6vzgdYfrRTHu01bD10UceScYNd2fzXwDnxkOzVWtDhT6Wu_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4P SInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwTDZG52Nyi ALBxGJaY5RbXnmhd6K8AZYKx8s3UZaLJ4HAGkGm-2FczFrBBOiDPoT-2BM0j0YG9cs8MmSQYB0rwQ8p-2B5xwymHLDxUfupg2ZUgY49PxJ7dW7hIDxvzWf0RrFQR6ldV89S1phv-2B3tQysEJ4Iovs0E6ZFBD7AC4m-2B2DOTVR8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0495ba3c-38f8-4201-be0a-b7a6547461ed_1743173698429646.webp] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQdD3o_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIi ehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSicl kBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw0Uq3EizAX34THD9a3-2BYnap6DyHpo-2F-2B-2Bzgjb-2FooaHG-2BO9Iqqz2dhqUl3Wuq5QWlVdMPKybVTpiaQv0N9ds4v2mY YbpL93p38k6xw3rQMHZA6-2BPy64s6QioqFIEKGKvD0D5kN6PujEjyJ5IJBnIR790aH1kG2rUkNbS914ZLbvNm8-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... preliminary assessment roll showed that based on assessing 30 percent of the cost, the owners of six properties would be assessed a total of $78,292.20 with assessments ranging from $2,851.80 to $41,454 based on feet of frontage. "This is something that's been talked about for several years," said Mayor Dan Delaney. "We had some good comments from our public hearing on it and the utility committee is recommending to move ahead with it based on the curb and gutter was put in on that stretch." Industrial Road currently has a gravel surface with concrete curb and gutter, sanitary sewer, water main ... 19 City council approves $708K contracts for Minneapolis violence prevention groups<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvV-2BP2pmdrwViqc TIxqxOVNbjODY3ej45Jm680by4SIi-2FCErPnTuLmeFzZzlor-2BpUGGrKMk8eDhxtamG6-2Bax-2F324R7r_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkL J-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2B ZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwRxNSvglRH7ZBBlvtOac4qJ7ptzqUZVAqcaN0oKp14QUcmJjgZ7AF7-2B4GuLsleyxcSf5Iu0Y328A3udjYus-2FfYfNFYV1LUg4xr-2BonO-2FIxjIbAF6JylNfFclcrDhOgPaFAMQYV-2F2LoSBJgmAPm8ghCcXtK-2B1fp2d jFHDGYneyoOFw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7a359786-1a08-492d-8f81-6c11739830aa_1743173698429684.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:03 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3D3P_2_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3t rldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xS P3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwZ0ZkNEzc70fNOac4dSkYP41-2FnxcQ5nQAVWxFmU5KLPe1kw41lpOSFFI6jU5dhXCui9CGt9IeBxeoySHtuq28-2FOscU3aNY8IBxfTJh7B24UihVLOTyz0PJGdKwIFv5Jun COYQlVF-2F3GZYnl9oEVvsvItOGU4AtgIrMpBsLjQegHk-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... total of $3.4 million. "We're building this community safety ecosystem," said NSD Commissioner Todd Barnette. "But we got to build support and trust with the community, as well." The entire process is relatively new, as Barnette has been tasked with creating a more transparent system after some city council members, including Robin Wonsley, accused the department and prior administration of mismanagement. "She's been tough on us and those comments are very appreciated," said Barnette about Wonsely. The updated process is more rigorous and includes an evaluation that ranks groups based on things ... 20 St. Paul downtown: Lunds, Alliance Bank retailers close up shop<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuPT1its0N6hPjJiiR0GHs9XLaUY7LZOex Lky0HjuOLY7jUlqh8531ED9SOWE2DZNaLR-2FSns41umFMv1o51RV2lO57E_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9 G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVP KRqww8sneUAPnp1QySkA7HNTr-2Bbh-2BW8g-2BoK-2BZean9XDp7Dhievb-2B9H7N-2BWCefBfUr6sC3xz7Su9XcnXl3ZsOqTHjckY1ZizheRa2sMxhzHsSkWHN4SG9ARAdKrWR1FHbV4VMhw-2FIMq6-2BbTWy-2FVzrDXkuE5IOV6yjhMbq4hD-2FeY2aZ34-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d558a350-bf9c-44f0-b198-3efef6f18d38_1743173698429713.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 4:45 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0bCWw_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr 6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH 8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwaPktdX2cpWecyjRom7BHuNW-2FjtgW5nICwbDFFk7TnpM20qVjihND-2FvMX1YTBL8dmy-2FutAQOZGhm7ZiyGgK0ogwMy1dmLJjPPtvF Mw8YVDY-2B9TmGMxJh2U6d5aKMT4V4quiKYrEzt-2B8onGD1uky3fII6R7T6nxmMzRxybXTHV0hI-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... plan to remain in business. A sign in the Skyway Mart convenience store advertised a May 1 reopening within the Town Square complex, which consists of three buildings around 445 Minnesota St. and 444 Cedar St. Meeting as the St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority on Wednesday, the St. Paul City Council authorized spending up to $70,000 on relocation assistance grants for the 14 Alliance Bank Center tenants who were still on site as of March 1. Each grant would measure no more than $5,000. Officials with Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, which is relocating 60 attorneys, paralegals and ... their doubts, a Gensler real estate report commissioned by the Downtown Alliance found that the Alliance Bank Center — as well as nine other commercial structures out of 20 downtown St. Paul buildings surveyed — would be a strong candidate for residential conversion. Still, members of the city council and other downtown stakeholders have made no secret that some outdated office buildings will not easily lend themselves to preservation and redevelopment, and may have to be torn down. Originally Published: March 27, 2025 at 4:44 PM CDT 21 Cities and developers want state money to convert office buildings to housing, other businesses<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts 6u87mNVZtRsruN3gTSA1iqUwIxA7iZ-2FMtl3dDa-2BcJH5kG51EiUBZe-2Fh5t0QTyJLER4QCyQCshI8p-2BOpfI1fXA4BJ1_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFass rsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuN afQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwVx4iUK8InQFBysmmv-2Fcz31bavM1Feqse-2BC34m0hdQXguiJ4KaLvjtVkNvbQkaLxi-2F9T3pEV-2BcaHhpXmAkPwMdzRW8ONgcrF5ch0Qu48k5n8Ubr2uZp72ptL4gNcX-2BfVIkM-2BetlIZBswxXNkxT Hb1x8oOCnL8wC9xKfhtUhvmfNg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0a12ad2e-828f-4a6e-bd51-b10e4fafc261_1743173698429742.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 4:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Reformer<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPvzOxFO7LnZ-2FXKnWaBU1iGWviHuIaVSI1F5b3lqcxHRHkJAx_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehugu Or6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaF NH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwb4-2FGJrWqyWPzPwQDSSVkA4aYTLuVCauONtTeXS4Z5fuscRSywA3Nb6vkiBlH4zebbSDBm4k75ndSRVn3n-2FxbNDu7blNylgt6nE5 3V5gjOrT6O0cvAJju5UDwQyl2xj-2ByLZz1Ui9aClgMBGDb7URcJyvRaL5S0lcj9i8NbvE2qQE-3D> Author Madison McVan Market Saint Paul, MN Language English Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testifies on March 27, 2025, in support of a bill that would extend a state tax credit to projects that convert underutilized office buildings to residential or other commercial uses. Photo by Madison McVan/Minnesota Reformer. As the value of commercial buildings collapses in the wake ... some red tape for office-to-residential conversions, exempting developers from public hearings, extensive traffic studies and the city's inclusionary zoning ordinance, which requires developers to either include a number of affordable housing units or pay large fees to the city. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified in support of the tax credit proposal. Commercial property values in Minneapolis have dropped by 9.5% over the past year, and the shrinking commercial tax base means an increased property tax burden on homeowners. Rest, a co-author of the bill, pointed out that commercial ... 22 Brooklyn Center council reviews public safety commission, shouting match ensues<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtslz8ouMM4N5lOKI4T F3RuXtxq2Dgm4E58qTyJPv9SDodf-2BRU4gps5bbjRG92LJPGgX8ZfvDxSvasCAEOdKNlggU_Li_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6D XxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2F aKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwbJZPtgcZ6OGE-2FYm6APvG47HV3kixVuGYmDGYlj1qeTZvvCSNoJxMO034GxVvOMpgX2cW3c2Bd-2BoGlvuirAGdLppVXIRKdi2dSfggzasAbLK9WoJ8znQKwbD4N2V2-2BzLCvW-2Fk28pTMb8RqSLoN0UrU6E2ZlIarJ-2F1s8jKbPPOv k4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/eb10988e-69f5-402d-9e2d-9f20c2352c5e_1743173698429785.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:54 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Sun Post - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqrrwZrw3PzNjuepAt5YB2HkeakhYj9RfPNHnx-2FYmMpUA-3D-3DhANc_xWb1 04w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2 FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwQOyaIvePDIYdH9Se3IYXq8bBVDtxdfzaWxNTBZXHPY0ayP6DBBm-2F0gvjQw HGKZlRdXW-2BTrlonGzeiNHR682rnX2KJNF4-2FGtulIqLR76bTIcwdZdXL-2BkPmO7KMXOqS6VfCwTO94sa0gTf1dlgQi7KmVEqhHI5Tgjk-2BKbki0rzqxw-3D> Author Jack Wiedner Market Osseo, MN Language English The formation of Brooklyn Center's Community Safety and Violence Prevention Commission has been delayed once again after a city council meeting that, at one point, devolved into shouting and gavel-banging. With multiple council members calling for the city to abandon the idea entirely, it is likely the commission will never see the light of day. The council voted 3-2 in December to form an advisory body that would review public ... 23 Why downtown St. Paul businesses look forward to state workers working more in office<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt6CKxFv0geS v55l1f-2FzL2RbhI-2BOf4fF1W5J5-2B2B7sPjLZKCBhE6Z0F4ozfemQE-2BuLgJimrwGn8cCFdQdsC2gCzRYLt_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXi TkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4 -2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwKcrvrjRy6Z0Mvaf0EucgV3edIUZk7TO85aDJJ00kuJHC8IcUsMKQamzlHsicgKbq0QWn6ODlizJdsg-2BIMHWXnkejvG5-2B7wu5IWeWwFA880SPAYGFjqKMzZen-2B-2FkaHmxHnY86wZw21RJBld-2Fh2eGcxVnr3TAvX lExq5juVIBQNZE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/74543802-edb1-42f9-bf88-c981e365c3e1_1743173698429831.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYpux9_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sM YDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwsJ2VlDG09dyuP-2F3HqEAjeKdf8gY4pH3DX8Mfmi87aULvx9yY-2F9zVayorNRTVz8LoyUVYUSl6dkO8PMYQm-2F1tJlfwBj8gfphxGpdydh nZ813q4pjcATHEWnhwUh5PZUeFRgwNYzcSMp432JNi0mn72wKmJFtPjHlxjygSs5laReY-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... . The news comes after several business closures in downtown St. Paul, including the Lunds & Byerlys, where huge mark downs and empty shelves mark their very last day being open. "Really appreciate the governor stepping forward to make the announcement that he made this week," said St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter. Carter said he has been discussing an in-person requirement with the governor for several months now. "I've shared with him how critical it is for us to have employees downtown, as to how critical that is to our vitality, as a community, how critical that is to the future of our ... 24 Minneapolis City Council passes ban on landlords using algorithms to set rent<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtv2-2FxxDolDKcUpx0j- 2FVutZZh3UoJx7L-2FdC49OWPHXnSCYCloHhqe4w9P2q0TNs5HRJFUrGTGclQ3R61c4Mke9lM6FF-_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh 6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F 2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwmevlQGvZrjjDPMtBPjwt2dODSVSStrt47H-2BIq-2B-2FMDKLsvVc8cP0kMTMCgSe8Q1yJkXO9tqLfl-2F9dxw6I221Wb0KU2dXWg0dS4gPpHCVWnlgVW2oCyiIBIX4dbpROeLk1popun1Pd9w4rLgV8bSgluqCLSwCZADzpuTBaLzH2P Ks-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c1a127cc-2b36-49b8-a174-39ac55ce7956_1743173698429859.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:00 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3Decf2_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbt E84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfo ILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwRMol1MTW5THu8ZJLlHI94YA2pWRStCXvZGThE7BvXi9x1CslHVOh9N5G-2BrIBIIhK2-2BRN3vLl-2BWh-2B7kliBSksQZH-2FRULen9Hcl53xFToNDdl2e4gRIBeMMD5gYDNNOd1 nMjtdZpX4jyo0vOLnERuNBxm92AmNsu58PWEFZ-2FB9mKw-3D> Author Kyle Brown KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... their license whether they use these algorithms, the city would collect information over time to build an enforcement infrastructure. "Self-attestation might sound like nothing until a landlord lies, and then that lie, once discovered, strengthens a private right of action," Ellison said. If Mayor Jacob Frey signs off, Minneapolis will become the third city in the country to pass such an ordinance, joining Philadelphia and San Francisco. A spokesperson for the mayor's office said Frey is still reviewing the measure and did not immediately indicate whether he would approve ... 25 Cambridge City Views: Cambridge re-introduces monthly column<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshp8z-2BzUCxveO1TDCbtbQspNPwkGaOmHW3 qjdmF0AFq63vjfMvyXIefqdp6vJ3jojpV-2Bc2XE-2FpTM1o-2BZv3AXJ7P0cs_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtq Pe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dn fVPKRqwnFiuwu68JgY1ZPOo8DVkkPouSQqlA6Yh-2BRUlV4wyRdRFxJLpbm159YMkmT6ddefnjuHgvi8A4S87Mw4CyfjGKN9Jr8HcuUp-2BIEatt5QcHYsn7PJsbgiPlqVAxIoBc3aNm2FZ5CBVOsp9ADJka4-2B8rdsMZ0JQDSC6IiyMYC28tAM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8600c396-ffad-4c5b-9085-7f85cb6abcb6_1743173698429901.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 1:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Isanti-Chisago County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPiF4Da4ZU1sKqRMgieQDku83nLnyfqhFUJhPDzw9WqkaJzzIMr2sXZ-2FewVh6981Ggw-3D-3DGMwr_xWb104w8vmD dw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayY yW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwRKDh9A8DQ-2FoHfu-2BXplCjblBjz30dAmS1PJmfi8GZ7F2BPe6j1-2B2qfPXJjJkqi LwFUB9ABZ07tJTbDsZ5bUowEFuifAZSG2ih3jUEkkaHL8qv8y-2F82TMCvCXRyzpljhwGFzwsiW-2BUi3keT1ZHdDtR4piq9Fth-2FjmEWQrtCseBguk-3D> Author Evan Vogel Market Cambridge, MN Language English ... informed about their city government. We have a fantastic community full of people who want to see Cambridge thrive. Hopefully, this communications effort can be a step in the right direction and help residents feel more informed about, and connected to, their city government. EVAN VOGEL is the City Administrator for the city of Cambridge. If you have questions about this column, please feel free to email him at evogel@ci.cambridge.mn.us or contact City Hall at (763) 689 – 3211. 26 Vineyard Church plans a Safe Bay for overnight homeless parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5xHw6cQLEkGtGMAAH6g7WaQXNV5zdnO2 w6N2Yf9cqMtQAlxkZ6vEhQ-2BHsam0aQzr3SRdmkMLjBlq4gJb2g0-2ByBv36_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqP e9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnf VPKRqwfCK6-2Fg-2Bh-2BT31mqWi-2BicTQkmpvCaG4pXdCX3m-2BMShjEaA-2F6Cq-2F0B96Z-2FfuCO3pelZF6zPO3BbErFkOT1i7IVhESw8hbzKA-2B6zrEWXMtDP4m7h1vtScQ6B7EJEKdM0qUp7xX7xmN9gM8BI-2Bm3TxrB5r3X402LQG3lTZ7UhgkZPJto-3 D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0cb5660a-aff0-4617-8fc8-e71af2c9a202_1743173698429927.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 1:08 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Wdio.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtf2HcTHNnAGJMkYDzkDMtc-3DyKuA_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3tr ldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP 3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwGCVVqcKbSUr2FXHXpsf6MHYHMNhS-2B-2BoNcwchwU7Vk7J2sX3rSUJjClvxSIUe7O416ZmOyGsY3ixd21rVkikG8s0ToXv7kwJdu-2B7LQyg-2BxLNpEVNypM-2FeOHhcL6s drbaHrEj3fpDDPAH6d0loJWvBW3OwCQ9yQiH8lB5jPft-2FZCs-3D> Author Ethan Schurman WDIO Market Duluth, MN Language English ... A variety of comments were made throughout the meeting, both positive and negative. But generally, all of the things that were expressed are things that could probably be overcome. This Safe Bay program is not a brand-new program. It's been in existence for two years at the Damiano Center. So, the City Council, the fire department, and the police department have been made aware of the program. Representatives then offered their insight and assurances if things went wrong. With renovations happening at the Damiano Center this summer, those who use their Safe Bay program may be displaced. The Compassion ... 'll be out on the street," he said. "We want people to have a good safe space place where they can park their car, where they can access showers, where they can access bathrooms, and have a place to talk to people that can help them move beyond their current situation." The plan has been sent to City Council and will be reviewed for final approval this April. To learn more, sign up for the program, or support the program, you can reach out to Barry Schull, bschull@duluthvineyard.org or CHUM, particularly Joel Kilgour. A few details of operations and Facilities can be seen below. Operations Hours of ... 27 Perham City Council approves purchase of property along Second Street Southwest<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvNsWw2UGk1RfKp-2F A6e2nYgQx7O64ab-2FLX3vPpGP7mV9IF9h3Q2d5WHNk2pvi89lYPp-2BPvx7npwN33CEpMH7Ez9VKrp_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZ eh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX- 2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwmFK8Z0PmeudhWDr1BwUapAk9SY2YsdtN7xqLuqLj7nNtE6Uxo0Hu-2BsB8uXFgsL5kZSG6pSWZ8mJtzL4lHE-2FS7vksE6Kneyvg15G4FY-2BNRGzuHhpEpqaqiWdWH0OgrWHnclBNA3emdtZwPrAmjmR1M02YbC-2FyhXoBYLzjBzY LSws-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c0ad624e-09d8-4937-927b-64fb2a5ee82e_1743173698429980.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:49 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Perham Focus<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPklFk80YJs7nXD6hBljTrC2Nz7nAEEOj7B4QNgnaIAPZ9Kuf_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRM pzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDo wGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw0OBnPNsCEK5Cd9ocUppnhLMFnO5kPp-2Fh3AKUnUGX40IIMO2RMMlYv-2BMiQXa3P1wCIye7icCOzw06mntFZtM7jUa7YJI-2BC-2Bqxh5vdGkC ZCYydsgKKgIY4WqeQgfN2WSaiTeiZp4cGbbBFIYbLeSuHAsTK-2BjlHehtbMRJ6PssY-2FYM-3D> Author Barbie Porter Today at 12:25 PM Market Perham, MN Language English The city of Perham's purchase of 530 Second St. SW coincides with potential plans for expanding the emergency services building. The Perham City Council approved purchasing the property at 530 Second St. SW for $150,000. Google Maps Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project PERHAM — The ... Perham City Council approved purchasing the property at 530 Second St. SW for $150,000 during a special council meeting on Wednesday, March 26. The purchase agreement was provided in the City Council packet and stated the closing date is on or before May 30. The document also stated the city will pay all closing costs associated with the legal transfer of the property. The seller will pay property taxes and assessments associated with the property for the current year. The funds to purchase ... 28 St. Peter City Council Working on Revamping Gorman Park<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsbxYDwz4yDYw55yAKiBo0IAQRBK7Efyz5sDFNA2Ao NEOD8iqpdv1a8aquaQiqIiCUgdSkAErcBCmnv-2Fb4j8CLuxGFq_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk- 2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwQTys 0YKu-2FIrIe3wZZDfftzVtfHiiaOw6Y704jwSA58eQjN1CwcsfTdKUZmv-2FCVpu9k9O2m0HsWhwlOuOepkqmHd6-2F6PhDzd-2Fm3MLw4EXeSt1Qcf1efFxzfr2JmIa66vcKjWvAXkmi-2F0pd2IfP8m-2BpylCA4-2B42J7YQX15RZy-2BXxs-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/587f044e-1ed3-4fa7-8298-fdcc38e5e24c_1743173698430006.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:14 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Ingstad Media<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPutO-2BLwbHcTtmgfo6Whgc2DZrUP7nV9XAvZmOQcg-2Bi5weM1n_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6 -2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8 sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwOLbkZR8wMz3dJrYVdb9XsMqdZJPhn-2FiHMrZ2OWL6d1JylAwgSKTC1dUxLaqnQTfB-2BGShlaJJF3spiP32Jfb5Ghwy-2BMovxVp1XSP1 FporeNnAc5Rbey8g-2B2BJzjp-2FkbtkjNjgziq2CcUYhsWoE5cqT8uo9RdCLylWID1s7chpkJA-3D> Market Hutchinson, MN Language English St. Peter Administrator Todd Prafke said the city is working on updating Gorman Park which includes a new destination playground to the north of the Treemendous Playground. This is considered phase one of the project. The post appeared first on Ingstad Media . 29 Bellmont Homes looks to bring 100 housing units to Cold Spring<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvcuPGlh063eNRQ1BLTgNoFxgddPuOJogMc 57SgWglGht0z03ueI8jZOPvdJJ87Cp-2FuHllPm0kPzSZZ7g8iibA2gu28_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G 0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPK Rqw3SIZ018BnGWPi2iYfvI-2FTD7nFK7of0dTcf0541xmJQoZoMUmAWTKjyy8EG7t9ak0SHw8mLz4x6h2J0GhCgn76jC5L83u9sYc1TGY84KHsc0b9Mg191sSx1umc2a1i8Y7x-2Fk7r8K4KKjGfIq4n2gDOC85W1T483auvMHJ1k1qbfo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/62302406-a03f-49b5-9d64-d43fd5b72562_1743173698430042.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:11 PM CDT Category Digital News Source St. Cloud Times<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPonI1Mhd6Uhrq80yptzmGil6J3IU3e71lubIG5XvKbJFD4Je_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sM YDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwXjzBIE3xtzdzGPOAvMeGrc35Bkhdzsngz0ysdf-2BRjPDZtk5YpOTjM24POIqkB3F1o6bD4US2GDCWsxSVx1fAPU-2Ff7TYFxPoCFSwY73Q- 2FnzRHiKSKwQkN1qkpZR5-2B-2BrV8occQihM4P1Kwz-2Bby6RXqao2chtPG-2FE3y-2Bd8jdrCFVqY-3D> Author Corey Schmidt Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English ... Bellmont Homes, Wausau Homes Cold Spring and Wausau Homes Monticello. All three are the builders for the project. The development is off County Road 2, north of the ROCORI Public Schools campus. Historic homes, rentals and crime: Inside St. Cloud's south side university neighborhood Cold Spring City Council members unanimously approved the planned development during its March 26 city council meeting. Councilmember Doug Schmitz was absent. 30 St. Cloud Public Works Busy this Spring; Mourning a Loss<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt7vb9STIuFhG6RSVi9Bd8FY8-2BY23j1AEkDySFW hn-2FBvEMTbEeqd98HxmSnCK38eMRtiHyM1xi9wDiBkjdnf0h42K_o_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2F Rk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwN Hd3cPBh6cOh21jJwubCbizXy507pRE1-2FX-2FMtu-2BjV5-2FR7NhhkpVlpCCQsRqm-2Bs1PxJcJ8tyc-2Fb0ninwD-2FAlFqZQQN-2B02mTFkbCLYc8rWD7DWmvYMGQij7rx6FMJxkbmp83s7XbvgoJdV2TsYqsB43-2Fgq-2BmdHgoHfIAVnu722LFY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cc125b87-b131-481d-9898-c932f2c63849_1743173698430069.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:04 PM CDT Category Digital News Source AM 1240 WJON<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqGS3D3vBPix-2F50iIcUrmb4-3DKojU_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9O Iby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBC LL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwg3d2-2B-2F2F1MY9BgtHOghxx3u7WXV1psEkr-2FS3NRvlPXGy-2FNZKmca2J0NzWGjjXj1ckNOTxF6tyJeoXidu7g2-2FTWI47bAUQTbIknRnbk-2FiE02z-2B-2BA 4-2B9RbAVhdfsQVwh7bIYbOKgbvmIHaIX8eCKzDSqFKeQDomWAt4zYGqmVfzHQ-3D> Author Jay Caldwell Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English The St. Cloud Public Services Department is mourning the loss of longtime Public Works Operations Manager Tom Zabinski. He passed away recently after a courageous battle with cancer. St. Cloud Public Services Director Tracy Hodel joined me on WJON. She says Tom put in over 40 years of service to the St. Cloud community and was working all the way up to his hospitalization. Hodel ... says Zabinski is missed. attachment-Thomas Zabinski loading... Hodel says Public Works has been working on pot hole filling and expects that to pick up with precipitation expected this weekend. She says the freeze and thaw leads to pot holes challenges on older roads. Hodel doesn't expect this to be too bad of year for pot holes in part, because of the amount of roads that have ... been reconstructed over the past few years. She says reconstructed roads shouldn't have pot holes for 10 to 15 years. Public Works is also working on street sweeping, crack sealing, alley grading, storm water sumps and maintenance with the Vactor truck. They are also working on sod and mailbox repair, catch basin and manhole repairs in relation to the 2025 road resurfacing project and also the Lincoln Avenue Project. ... Public Works is removing plows and salt spreaders from trucks, road sign repair and replacement and assisting with biosolid hauling. loading... The City of St. Cloud has key construction projects in 2025 including the reconstruction of Lincoln Avenue. Expect more details on these projects in future stories ... 31 Company pauses for AI data center in small rural town<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuFmQc8eYRjEeX6DHfMz6dlFoZoGFaR-2B98mcbrrymJ CCn4PfYALOWIyRTsmP4J6xgdu5nJ1j6XgpdKBQzeJJApw5jA2_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2B b4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwQuiD-2 FVJlHZexX4nOGcXBIuEEyzC55H-2FynvEQX4OPIlU26nZNhXHTLTm3XhRU-2BuLOA-2BHprftHL0RQTapLkb7sdYKgK5wz-2BBmcTKAtZ7QlaT7qJbms71SdcEFtawurwrrIpzRwL6ARh08foiUrcUObXnHcLcRyoCd3-2BiIc3IOyQHA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://www.startribune.com/200.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:52 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2Finzt_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9 tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BS iclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw7lak4l7IuZgAylS3KSaw8Qk6oG2Zo47zvUO8-2F-2BejsJFQw7tZAwn-2FKFeubCIa8IgehNaA7-2BfYnOTblDWF8VnI-2F 6TJdeOt7BRTooNU6x5omzLU7NgHQXL8-2FbGWIWLRIO7V6Z-2FVkdaxblNhZn0xbSXjyHbDE4gFWJ5zcB-2BQw2EGExE-3D> Author Jp Lawrence Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... Mountain Lake with $250,000 in utilities revenue for an AI data center to be purchased near the town's electrical substation, according to a city information. Revolve Labs nixed its Mountain Lake plan a week before a public forum set to address questions from the public in mid-February, said city administrator Michael Mueller, who led discussions with the company. "As of right now, no data center or any facility is coming to Mountain Lake," Mueller said in a recent phone call. He said he hopes to restart conversations with the company next year. Jeff St. Onge, senior operations manager at Revolve Labs ... 32 Isanti seeks outside help for finances<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLfMzAM-2B26wqjGA7K1oQaS-2BrLqW4FZqiOvegeYaVogBwGqsSzJeVtL Pw0kb3k4xm2bbgt4KINDR-2Bz6-2BY71lCfrisYJ_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvM n6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqw3C1mLIdHSOepenR IlNDFi2KozSl-2Fe2cEyqRLzUaq9okPLL5HXxZGIHJZ4d4wrYxp2FaVcws41w74NdMc3o-2BlMjd6oG0ACsQCNZbD9JwxOKCHryKqkfhgTMmZ4-2FlsDLNyMBK-2FU9BDBTaeIVDzDlLbH-2Fobk2XeFP-2FLzK-2B6V0uuRdQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/372e440f-864b-4f1c-ac09-a18965982ad4_1743173698430133.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:38 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Isanti-Chisago County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPiF4Da4ZU1sKqRMgieQDku83nLnyfqhFUJhPDzw9WqkaJzzIMr2sXZ-2FewVh6981Ggw-3D-3Dmfr5_xWb104w8vmD dw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayY yW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwOml9DoZiOyvksUqNhnam6-2FZSPJy7aJmV1sJMUEPn0pyt8KjO1e3EMnVixPcW0G0Bc JYo9ZOoK2KY4i-2BLeorZCDb2ouHxPIakUZ2aLpZTuRfQtA2nVgV3H-2Bh8ZSpHHG7-2Ba8nPr56sWAJ73kNPKHKc1oosfRpX7puhIKieODF9agg-3D> Author Bill Stickels III Market Cambridge, MN Language English ... candidate interviews for the permanent finance director position. She said the estimated cost would be $3,900 per week, but that amount would fluctuate depending on the actual hours worked and if there would be more or less time needed on site as the city would be covering travel expenses. Interim Mayor Luke Merrill questioned if the city could get a lower rate if they sent out requests for proposals. "I know that a lot of business accountants are around 100 to 150 (dollars) per hour," Merrill said. Wood said they might, however, the city needs someone helping out immediately. She added she was ... 33 It’s still unclear if trash will be picked up in St. Paul starting April 1<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvRcy-2FWvsMX59Cg4O6JMd suSHpLiLNWTZORh2VJGdvHlcpvhS3KiEl2uWHIlEfmjh5rYPJRwSZ7B3WVw7VcF1eCyBj2_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdX LFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowGQeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9V D9uKl0dnfVPKRqwwWk1hDGr42EleTmYAOoB3B5idb0yh2zPRchdiI1V-2B-2FcuUsKhdZV1UxR2vJPWgrZszR5YXECAXVA-2FtqXEsWHg87VQ6QInfzVBw03qJssS87jBlFp-2BlndwbMEOR-2Be1MtWkXCYSoz-2FW8zqE1sic9hrZoftZ9y-2FWk3LkaUi9FFcL6L k-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/4e3c2b06-04bb-4d92-845e-ba80d5d827c0_1743173698430161.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:20 AM CDT Category Digital News Source MinnPost<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPratYBs8Lf8jjbKHSf3SgJ6b394KMVOv6PlRMC5-2BEgJ06QWO_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpz ck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa7808Ohc4yFassrsnHLtBoXiTkLJ-2FZeh6DXxWdXLFendwtqPe9G0-2FRk-2Bb4PSInxvMn6pIh08gOxBSZPUxkDspPcUYORXm-2FWlhrMzq8VyEt-2FQJqayYyW06lVR9lt3kMxOlLjXXd1DL-2BSiclkBGaFNH8sMYDowG QeVz1ECzOvifBCLL4xSP3wfoILQjRY-2F6Hv6Kiw3tuNafQIyFM3P4-2BZWJX-2F2FaKF9VD9uKl0dnfVPKRqwRpRDmQULt-2FoT97LGyTLultMroFSJug3vYmXPeSbj1jCDv6CsOf-2Bf5CtNibkexjOVXPTWZIm7IAdbcB9b8K0b3oVsun1miJVbNyKFQk5LgjCgG FatdsNee4-2FdZlAuwswSFadYYqSTwX7DkGpbMsDE68qOZEavkNfJUnlhjCrYvZA-3D> Author Winter Keefer Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... under our seven-year agreement." "Beyond the legal obligation we have under state law to provide trash services, breach of contract would expose taxpayers to costly litigation, and interrupt trash hauling service for St. Paul households," Carter wrote. Additionally, in a call last week, Public Works Director Sean Kershaw was unable to say what alternative options are available in the interim if FCC Environmental needed to find a new site. "We're looking at a range of options that would get us to providing trash services by April 1," Kershaw said. The zoning dispute heated up when the City ... 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Mayor Andrea Zupancich again raised questions over the city's fund balances and the report provided in the agenda packet. After correcting the dates from 2024 to 2025, Zupancich asked why the account balances from 12/31/2024 weren't the same for 1/1/2025. "We approved December 31st, so those numbers ... 2 Falcon Heights floats plan to charge for street parking during State Fair<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttYUzyLA02yejcO68VoHnSCwk C7OpcNvFkV6AY4034T98UGfGvKZKVR058I5c2PQ5GZcYrI29RgdTRxekAGgA6-2BPjxB_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I 31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQI AR942LKbGm6Y17ohWeOPXtL-2F6MSqQe4OjfaOTwHhRTncBiLTDbg3KXNtu-2F9-2FTNEBMzJjLxMfL7iwcfx71FrYHuCumc6ye41EiY2a2Ggj8-2FjlpbJJIoXEiqX2ASdeLd6U-2FIU8j-2BYFcVxFnFsVVc6vu8pmlIlfiwjIp-2B-2F9mhRCbYZXM0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a8b0c4b8-7f4b-4b89-9fca-cc8fea28d636_1743173698428978.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:31 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FVtXi_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbV EeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIl J4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9Xc5KTGxgzSAtOZxOOYbAYp3x-2Beqzwll4KDkzfyw-2FBIkqkSPLHiu0Itqv67Xg4M9Xr1bzRiJ9ojERwmdRiD9N-2F9etjUpk3qjTRKB q7jDUzIsaxa6cVJZA09S5e0lROv6NGrNgoJhdiPqfR6xFv4X8YB8RvU5w1CI2ruUCOaFS-2F84-3D> Author Tim Harlow Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... happen. This is a way to cover costs and ideally create a revenue stream" that is not on property taxes, she said. For now, the measure calls for using e-meters only during the State Fair, but the ordinance could be amended annually to allow for their use for other events such as car shows. The city council could take up the discussion at its next meeting, April 2. 3 Blaine approves outdoor dining for forthcoming Hope Breakfast Bar<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttk9xR0xR7q6NIJlgBMqHz9zOXzXyHXXv a-2F9ozCzaXNMpPWhJdce9D-2BShst84sxzly5vEUnQz-2Bj5O5yzfXAVzBAiMuv_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7 jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9- 2BcWM-2F1NAF-2FsLxE0ZdY5LInd6-2BX5UHJDznW9GfszLlf3rMHB7H2qOQ1PTND3xWbj89ypfIkiD7xXLDFLCrhdz-2BjLnUzjB2RxVeymHILcY9PxCTabGE5zc8JnQhXhwa-2BdzpdbHMFDqyxIGxSBDkyfLlPh6Quwz-2FryxoSUn5YgLdFQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8034da98-ce81-4d49-ac4a-5adf6a5a3920_1743173698429019.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CBxJu_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3Ps Tt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9mo922cARdHeTnjny71GD-2BGslyfs9dnSAp-2BXho5wdUNy0C7vy2cHZpF3IKWkr05lAefiHBIMQSiOkRGjfxyRONvLhcU4g2mC1rMXmzgySCjZM4q ckRHcrSY5DfTY2Opa6iAveQa68o-2FWarNZgKgZtSGweFkXuRYrmBVmLmm2PZgU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council approved a conditional use permit allowing outdoor dining at the forthcoming Hope Breakfast Bar, featuring, as previously reported by ABC Newspapers, an "elevated brunch" style menu. The property, located at the strip mall inside Club West Parkway and 109th Avenue NE, is zoned B-2 for Community ... 4 Nowthen appoints new council member<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu7-2BdAnOELkDCg1KWVWtvFyHmFDSLNsc3gUUpFvd5P408KsJVBI42g-2FDwuQ 6laLFVB7xnySC6dpGD47siFMvMLuPCat_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxX Q1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9lfdz0sWJZmN3-2B8VJcWtWToVjBpzKKYa ysBr6DTGkMa3Wx4n2smub-2B80YsJFe3PR45djsyD4TfiiEVxoopRQGjaoq1MUr1r1ef3kn18C0NlSjMUYpJtfW-2FL0TsaRFiSUlFwnoeX84P7m0YVZDiWdiQp-2F6NkeN07-2FNlg-2B6ipVEGLk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/751ed33d-5d17-47ac-894a-10ff13677fca_1743173698429057.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0C-B0z_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3Ps Tt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9yV168W332QUIfVxW1yWN8Dng377KeT2MsgbzSIrJrLir6uUDxhW5RDpt6j7R2HSrcKnYqkOG8mNmmyjUz1gw5lSUdfqAElS48O6N1dx8k6b0rXMXmF uSXHV-2Bpofj8BWP4Nbcsdo7zKHGNnzIYcRPma2JVp8-2F-2BOkmp52GUzHYe9o-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Nowthen's City Council, on March 12 at a City Council meeting held one day after the regular business meeting, approved Daniel Swenson to serve its five-month temporary council appointment until an August 2025 special election to permanently fill the seat. The vote was 3-1, with Council Member Dan Breyen voting no after a momentary pause. 5 Caledonia council interviews firms for civil engineering contract<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts7lGrzYoLuxG3JYnjdgJnNBWuqKDCzJH 5oX-2Bsq5uuTbp-2FViny6pma8ZLziPriR5-2Fdn8s34UVpsdZXYavxWGPUwuYf4_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7 jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9- 2FDS5I1hvdv2pqzG2t5LpPn3P8VMD0dpr-2B8bapw7Czm4d-2FHat8KVcV6bVBcPZ3PDOwRHhnww4SbNprclsMneh-2FGkSTCT5kfGUICHnAQY3-2FXpVwci41leTHo6ZxqGf5fchhYp-2BeOQbZZG6bUkgSrtbB8VDnkT58hwtSi3N-2FGDwTmQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d75fa0a2-2da3-4d3a-9009-7a81a861cc08_1743173698429102.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:23 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CRg6o_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3Ps Tt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9DaFx-2FviynQJNwQkuZgz2YSQ71rkJUaLviD8b-2BfcZtBCXa2p6ch5KFyp8-2FBc1AcLDNjOK2LJ93BKArnsVoHBE84qgi5mStI8laYXB-2BRUHjP CI4z2Gm26cBsqq-2Ff3ne68n7Cp28jFqTW-2BVRT9ZXLs-2F6nYqYNsFDZsa0G-2F0cqUOefo-3D> Author OLIVIA SCHMIDT Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Caledonia City Council took a significant step in selecting a new civil engineering firm during its March 24 meeting, interviewing three firms vying for the position. Civil Engineer interviews 6 Pierz Fire Department Assistant Chief addresses residency rumors at City Council meeting<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvQAiQI1-2 BypY0N7zo23U26nrZo-2F4RomRj2j3wCQL3YWxeGWiPCMPRwZLh8R0MLKro4YoY-2FuCHDBxanOJejb6TWvPI8t_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl9 0fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1f QMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9hrBtkknFgI-2BF1CJu8DlPesnDUUnU0CAhz1wwQMoQFUkzpMpIJq8ngJG7vXnnZv9fDWV4GerWRx1uqOSez4-2F-2F19BGM-2BO9pfYn6EGFHSjrPDi8QqSHnTDqMha3kwme7qa2gZxa4ZDYl5PZ9qp6Yut3-2BG79NOqe4XIBUGd6y2L qsP4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8cc73ddb-4dde-4d81-94dd-7b77eb43d081_1743173698429138.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Morrison County Record - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqOhEH2TAmshIjcBT-2F-2BaiV9kQuSCNWM7foE2qjDhszEr A-3D-3Dce_-_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZi jUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR95aoPRkC4w7NNJb63nNDZ36Y-2FuQ8lnQbbO4raH1iHAtGpk9Su9dQo ywFgQ7ilDct7neCWU7O-2B6S6BLVqsyI4UN-2FB7tz6B5bu62eJDi1nBW4uSKmUj2lgWJZxU1Vr3UGWizPv2US5Mi-2FaM1mQ6T24kFB1v0SHoxoAAI07Ar778RDE-3D> Author Joseph Stanichar Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English In a tense moment during the Monday, March 10 Pierz City Council meeting, former Fire Department Assistant Chief and current Pierz firefighter Phil Scribner directly confronted rumors about his residency, emphatically stating that he continues to live in Pierz despite ongoing speculation about a potential move. Having requested to speak at the meeting, Scribner revealed that he has been in the process of attempting to purchase a new home ... 7 Motley councilmember proposes ‘mayor for a day’ event for young students<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt-2B6RvdkjgLy7QucMSW2aahA s9mSSZ4LC1ACecOOTBoEp2HkRpIjQV9XR86jhxQWASJB-2F2sXqhkX08uZqktUK8XIVp5_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5 I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQ IAR9sAzWYVGjW5PFcNeAiI0Gxwcsmnb54R8BchQE38zCH9JZx1ai7avUG0NPNZvq4BZq4PrChBchLdH8AispFgBWdbwC8LkKW-2BnKQ3U4qu-2F8IBvMK8bZ9d7KVlq52TAZdGqQF6ryokpOcZ9Xe2nxjMMRG4JJLmW7xn-2F40jjGe6KatFg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ba2e6ece-764b-4fc0-a6e7-1f7a68ca3db5_1743173698429179.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Morrison County Record - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqOhEH2TAmshIjcBT-2F-2BaiV9kQuSCNWM7foE2qjDhszEr A-3D-3D_z2n_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZi jUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9ixQqRoKba5MeI-2FlKOdvtARZnWr6O4s1RCQXtjT1UFuXXcPpo-2BQ jHFSyx7T7vXIVEdW2nhgGkB4ghy7dfcMW4HjN5y684Jw7sdmZRTPzdm3pfAKUA3w-2BfFPhj4ft4gBzHsASO-2FNbHmSc0MVv8FqyheB-2Bbf2GIuJaXwVetB49-2Bzt0-3D> Author Joseph Stanichar / Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English In a passionate presentation during the Monday, March 10 Motley City Council meeting, Councilmember Steve Johnson proposed an innovative program to ignite civic interest among elementary school students by creating a "Mayor for a Day" event. Drawing from a successful initiative he and his wife implemented over a decade ago, Johnson believes the program could help bridge ... 8 Three Cottonwood County residents honored for efforts during 2024 flood<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttVgPsHpbbYXe-2BJwbVwpbjyo2 Kbb7gh42qWFtAKXYuLtpx9v6IpdFV-2FrHYz2Zb3AkQQmtNWEI3N0uVAFSCz1HX5t246_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I 31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQI AR9-2FK11FIPtttTLg2WB2S4-2FrK78dmX-2B3JMXIFFKgJRHlPSW831w3euKWLHRoJZXcptuttOlSb-2F2G6X631DTj5p6KeW0Tayf4LjXr54ZQ8aXIp0EjDFiBCZ8CNwmGYUn7KzwK4lDFJpHVNYHFSfQyMFITxvs-2BfRZdH4hPjvsZtAxEtQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/69abbdad-811b-47fd-9b80-7637a0955cd2_1743173698429236.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 7:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Worthington Daily Globe<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsZhmOzBmJfbkbgwd7XFqLA-3D9ARI_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3N q4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7 FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9kUPVYIkhXQ-2FOEyuatwXZ-2FG1EVkw51BRSTNgEeE9yoj9WfKoa7UjTlFlm0H-2FsM-2FbIHxRAm2Do8CNIPHWSt9TuPLoGkHvx7bcTebawYElxZhUWcr1AgE6uFiXj nuy4ixfFgvVWEey5033XUowgMiB0acKLHN-2FU7pgNsqAnTfhe2dc-3D> Author Hope Moural Today at 7:00 AM Market Worthington, MN Language English The awards were distributed March 18 by the Windom City Council Windom Mayor Hilary Mathis is presented with the Outstanding Commitment to Community Recovery Award by Kevin Reed, Interim Director of the Minnesota Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Contributed/Jenny Quade Today at 7:00 AM Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting ... and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project WINDOM — Nearly 10 months after flooding swept across portions of southwest Minnesota and northwest Iowa, three Cottonwood County individuals were publicly recognized by the Windom City Council earlier this month for their efforts during the emergency situation. Those recognized were Hilary Mathis, who now serves as mayor of Windom, Economic Development Authority Director Tiffany Lamb and Assistant County Engineer and Solid Waste Administrator Kyle Pillatzki. They were presented awards ... 9 Retiring Lake Shore police chief reflects on his years in law enforcement<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttWS68nRt7UN1ft0H2XbjmrEN EptovDtS9i3EatGbfHjq8CbPz-2FoC0jciWAJeWAS-2B4DwNauLmEho9iBf4KcaKwEP--m_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs 5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NX QIAR9JybRONEiLbKajdFVQvpMQ3xeoeLLykhyJ1InBLRs-2FdKd8xeJeZpX-2FUBqtIL8Jgam0mUTiZo7jJcwGAMPPG366ENDtelBaGGpGEqV3SQRFV-2FEmLr1SZxOt1kjQsvJs07URWaDodp-2BNWnMrEgw5fQTMazv7RmdCFYmxYTSoFFWkjI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5a586726-7289-440f-a86f-33612e40ba5c_1743173698429298.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 6:57 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Brainerd Daily Dispatch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrp5GtctrECvwNC2KVkzOlApSgf68DSYv1Zx0gA8UmR8aq6__39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA 3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnF f3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR91-2F0YbGibOV8nd6RH7oEQSu2d0-2Bk9nKnVKTHJO1vAdM0KmHWRAp9uWOi-2FoUo-2BtGEgxzS1U5uy9zqEvbsmTqoPEoPvNZMGq3EzKzPnC- 2FWQCGH0xPZPLMpHwLwCypt7cO70q8CIoyt8pQWeNfVDPOS9s86N5vKALOM2-2BNTISUNryrc-3D> Author Nancy Vogt Market Brainerd, MN Language English Steve Sundstrom's last shift is March 31, after 28 years working for Lake Shore. LAKE SHORE — "I'm the home boy who never left." That's how Lake Shore Police Chief Steve Sundstrom describes his Pequot Lakes roots, adding that's even how he's referred to at Pequot Lakes High School class of 1988 reunions. Now this home boy is leaving a nearly 35-year law enforcement career through retirement. His last day with Lake Shore is Monday, March 31, when he'll park ... 3 p.m. Monday, March 31, at Lake Shore City Hall. Of course, Sundstrom, 55, has mentors who played key roles in his career that took him from working at the Pequot Lakes Police Department to becoming an officer in Lake Shore and then chief for the past 22 years. Those include a former Pequot Lakes police chief, the late Mark Forsberg; former Crosslake Police Chief Bob Hartman; and the late John Bukovich, former Lake Shore police chief who gave Sundstrom the opportunity to work in Lake Shore. It's a career that Sundstrom said has been perfect. Lake Shore is also where ... up next to Sundstrom's when he was working one day, asked how much money he made in Pequot Lakes and whether Sundstrom would like to make a couple thousand more per year. It turns out Lake Shore was about to have a full-time opening for an officer. "Then he also said, 'I'm only going to be the police chief here for a few more years. So there will be a chief spot opening. You'll have a good chance of becoming chief,'" Sundstrom said. "I said, 'Yeah, I'd be very interested in that.' That was our conversation. That's all we had." A couple weeks later, Bukovich pulled up next to Sundstrom's squad again ... 10 City Council approves millions to stifle violence in Minneapolis<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLeQivSxinvwZG-2BLRC4T1okNuzCEnY 2JNMqAMGWYpW-2BRdpQi5JM86KTPNdLNS2vrGYtM6VC629c9Cdz0-2BouGZRRsUM_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7 jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR94 dokvW004lxxZDL95SA5WHw8a8rFwDEp7oU8dx808ZVmxqVNCSPxmwDrog-2B7eiYXhtVw9Vh4pX1SlB-2FO2jBPI-2BdTzopkD1xEixAvZkD0mr9tzAdjiSWClLuZLbaZY52Xe8rSSEggNQV0UV-2BjGS-2FpsH03mi-2BAUokbrnPLO0lf47w-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8a354aae-f153-439b-92cc-146f7f096a13_1743173698429352.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 6:30 AM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSY3SCJ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4s RbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9URsRXQSc0KoPDU5kM-2FHugJy7PYH4XWalQQSOrZAFf4nUxigpm-2FZH2BsVRDNBfD24053xp83HPSZXCe5r25URYL5u9y8qBKsYGqNmgB824j7uYTn4-2 BRZoke4CCPSqNFAiuCXlomf8xOMw7wyp6KW3trb1VKo7U848C0nOuYz7uNw-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English There is now a new multi-million dollar agreement in place aimed to curb violence within the city of Minneapolis. 11 Welcome City Council to meet April 1<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsf-2Fxye5dQ9hKTT-2FoGV25iy9slODuN6G3-2BGLD-2B107whtlgYbM-2Fv FNf7tNyhiX-2Bu6xDBPSnpPFGlbEFHVWLFw3wHjgmK_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDr AeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9MQQQw6Sp61HdddRn1PrO-2F PIjUyJ-2FRWkP5IbuWUQG32OkWh052KLDq7KH4xQS-2FaEZFYPeBp0qROhXUIM07yTr8aIr3lQlPZfCiRzPF5OPvpOr87hAao5C6AIbSHYvbk747Bnr4PSr8fPY35v-2FURQLc1WB1GvthRjAo7MOTJy-2BIfM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:09 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fairmont Sentinel<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLNRbQ6mHxSL0N0UftXr2sdPgmLl04YtO7g1-2Bha6cm5Gyhksg_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3w IvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3 PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9YdKmTqxRyJNg1tyR3BzinfhbOhCq7TlG8ndSkCjk55CnPOcP-2FbixexoQofR0xbFpxIFxzmMxWoMLY3obrIMG-2FdxfE7YtW0HUTBxsT1AW-2B2 qzpGfvNOkuT7H-2BDN-2FCgSIT1wyhlpMQGgBVmUAd6MOPjaC0VzFtfT8SMxXDLNDuZ-2FQ-3D> Market Kiester, MN Language English ... , and 10:30 a.m. services at St.Peter Lutheran Church in Ceylon. The Tuesday Coffee Hours will be from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1 (and each Tuesday) at the Sinn Family Celebration of Life Center in Trimont. Join friends and neighbors for coffee, goodies and great fellowship. The Welcome City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, at the City Hall. Public comments and questions will be accepted at the beginning of each meeting. To be on the regular agenda, please contact the Clerk at City Hall before the meeting date at (507) 728-8740. The agenda will include the second reading of the ... 12 MPD: Surge in hiring experienced officer, slowly rebuilding force to fulfill city charter<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttsILr2w dHMlQnoHPEe8l02FSACHjznuFDptZy5zs8-2FhjL8NrMkyAIwd1E8KTNiSCrE5P2xeqDJRc-2BGxKUlOw-2BEjiZf_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJgh l90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR 1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9oMOADyRiTvHW9Voqnbk12-2B4Y3IVqOPg0mc3KGpFtSzXJcmJBScvE6Qeb5cS3wKJnG-2BMq3nxw7c75ApyHgE0y4lAwyf5YCUAIXdoFt4ybcAOrGDqWqGUunlpyrYflw9MZC-2BYnwzjut9jHw2FPuevap6va2RCuwMrZqmBKiV-2B 9VCA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d63e602d-7f34-48f7-aaf2-8447a565e5de_1743173698429384.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:45 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3Dkck__39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33 COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFs p2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9HEvD-2FzgglgoswpaHhSMf0H0R8mDRHwa2aMDPoRNJynBJUjtSNn1kJih2I0YUvoBEt8vaJnPhDaZDIr4GMjrghSfDejxUHtRVNnD5ogyb9Bts5E1LsX1Hd48sRNf-2Bb-2BbWimFEr94KJpi1X PcLsOQ3Mwd0i-2BQaQDs4N3kXQfqGqw0-3D> Author Ben Henry KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... leadership," Heather Starry, who joined MPD as a lateral hire from a metro police department in 2024, said. "It's been nothing but positive here, and I think that really builds morale." For patrol officer Liban Ibrahim, who also joined in 2024 from the Metro Transit Police Department, it was the police chief that drew him to Minneapolis. "I saw the changes that [were] happening here after Chief O'Hara got here," Ibrahim said. And William Nkata, joining from another metro department, also wanted to be part of the change. "Even after everything that the city went through, I felt like was still a ... 13 Falcon Heights introduces controversial State Fair parking charge<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttJYQcUo32yPdsXpthTxWW3WRpr69K0a YsUKntsbkJNGkXc89kk6WfqImMg9RnSLJ2F6YTTYtzudkhKipLjPLT3fhtY_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU -2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9qCXodV cRMowmW3uVmjgvOwtBaVfBKiFJB8GoAWXDImnE9LXHTdG3FWEesnsCGBWehxqdWzCA-2FQtWAqWk5uJIgRzThzCgIY2ykLso-2BxOGZvIHtCZit-2BDpyAJgrqTO-2FBNPHC29aWtWwYapFq96eDGq5YdoYHPRuHDhjMT-2Bsic3anw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a797807d-ea52-4ba5-8657-39324521516c_1743173698429465.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:36 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3D4bdZ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiU rBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMn N9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR92-2FJaVAXV0tSwh418o8h-2F8qRS8YvP-2FgsMtUcOKNSVS7xaV0mCVyIikGouVgP0oe6rmHCnGqfKiZ-2FpqUmtylhccIKNKpcbfAhbqsPGhpVDkzI0F7T-2B-2BPiX-2FRk-2BNQ6knl AL9rbx-2FXWwtt5XdmBrOvzlHjBcdsr6gR-2Bo9bhAQitqZsI-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... fee would apply to the northeast quadrant of the city, affecting nearly 1,000 parking spots. City officials estimate that this move could generate between $100,000 to $200,000 in revenue, which would be used to cover extra staffing costs during the fair and improve local roads. Falcon Heights City Administrator Jack Linehan emphasized that the specifics of the plan, including the $25 fee, are not yet finalized. "We take the public hearing comments very seriously," Linehan says. The city plans to implement the paid parking system using the ParkMobile app and temporary signage. Additionally, parking ... 14 Suited up: North Mankato Fire Department completes cold water training at Spring Lake Park<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu22pK4 wLWVbcO2RU0EjqLi-2F2jC78XeycMQObr69ljeutiMPiREqCUorvbEGCl0nsH49NrOa3taQeYIcn6fdgMj_i3__39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90 fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQ MhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9Fo8o6YWLEYxhNm4aVFW8MV73L-2FaK1b77lCrkm6pyyYPiJsEy47OardP41dFKUba9o3fC-2B7BBQMK4WA7i1uS4D0wWjxmXVa4grm0rXlP7I0xLDV1VkieaYMmX7WaONfzxzQkjNjtfsaGPHMmCwFytAdagaCvDN5-2BWmdFooz5TH3c- 3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5510594e-ce2b-465d-a7a8-b1b5fe302a4b_1743173698429523.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:26 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAn5lv_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf 3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9e1W9x6DuptrT86IugNSMt-2FPoeWLnh2BX4kQMjqkhp-2FyKvJg2MQxWltRl9Sn7zOqw0Ho2UMmZq90w1HZoZZ-2FMbC3lF18rDdp0hOX5z0u7D XsnkH4HkuWaFqRTitfYsMDrLUBDZMnU7Us-2Ff9KXeUOiegbToU1o6euXfFux8FUL1YQ-3D> Author Holly Marie Moore Market Mankato, MN Language English ... , joggers and onlookers got a front row seat as North Mankato Fire Department trucks pulled in not for an emergency, but for cold water training. Though a simulation, it was a realistic scene, and as the crew cleared a path to the pond and blew up a raft to help a member of the team in the water, firefighter David Bruckhoff put on the yellow rescue suit for the first time. "It's definitely an experience. The suits fit very snug once you, what they call burp the suit, because there's a lot of air in it when you get in there. It's definitely a different feeling when you get in the water. The water, it ... focus on getting their breathing under control before assessing the situation and making a plan. To slow heat loss, cross your ankles and cross your arms over your chest, then draw your knees to your chest and lean back and try to relax. Bruckhoff said that, for those considering a career as a firefighter, you're never too old to start. "If you've ever wanted to do it, don't be afraid to try it," he said. "It's so worth it, and the community needs it." (0 Ratings) 15 Minneapolis approves new violence interruption contracts<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttz8GhDLW69N31-2F80mIIuoDRY9BjY6QHQ7EqBCw utYyxw9PU5K3Gm5M0nKsRtzqOB6d2aCIYOqZ5gHZ9lNMB2gh8W5e_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE9 9OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9Av-2Fxd3nZqzc CJtQg1St1xsXjNPNjVN6M2IrWgqKlKIEMjeWOkFiKzArW1uWArZlbb7-2F80ENsxHecBhGYCcQsh0NcfPKWRW9dNtjGoqURV2oZdMcp4Z-2BNpz7CJpQVihyt7iFAYpyQyZYm6F0STMuh74XUhpUllZa8e8tJ2JLNDeU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/media.cm.com/outlets/40024.jpg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 10:18 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSY1TY2_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4s RbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9QqkiVLNXl92f2RHH0U92MHp6ifnBGRk3pxmISJVOvfoOUBGtVNB65pCo-2BRnFxC9scvYkF1IrhBChamOTeWUjh9RgQVFFn3BG3Mgy92P1b31d8XPdcs2J VzhVDEh6vBXbfhWKyoqGqsQK4EOyvQ0IiWq8JAcCjGZnKJNdqAysg2s-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English WCCO digital update: Afternoon of March 27, 2025 The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday approved new contracts with community organizations aimed at reducing violence in the city. The decision comes over a week after the city's Office of Community Safety announced it was pulling all contracts for violence interruption services. Five groups were selected to continue the ... C.H. Outreach, Sabathini Community Center and MAD DADS of Minneapolis in the city's southside. The contracts are a year long with the option for renewal. Rev. Jerry McAfee's nonprofit, Salem Inc., had previously expected to be awarded a contract during Thursday's meeting, but it was canceled after city council members say the pastor threatened them. The decision also came after a violence interrupter from McAfee's 21 Days of Peace was arrested and charged with reckless discharge of a firearm after he was injured during a shooting. "I ain't going nowhere, we ain't going nowhere and everybody's feet ... 16 Controversial Woodland condo project moves ahead in Duluth<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuXeXQ2qE3rKZejrhIudbf2P5QIGMIQbYDvrjWL rKV7x1rXYS12jonj83wYp44-2BxU63cIs0uxmq-2BHUfU7bSaroajvg8_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2F osE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9aaKyrzNVr Z0N4di1xrR47-2Bx10P4mubX-2BwGdD3IXxSi3uOkGgPbS3otQtkqjxyUrGOjcR1zR5mrFOp5mmKnUn8-2FLQRvMs-2BoMJVCPhO1-2B3qbCkVEkR83PaQB7SWq5BvtJ9ERg2saPH4WXs16mTmBRDsOb9BShA6KixyK5e9zomDuA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/60150ea5-35b0-4540-80cb-12af82282e3d_1743173698429588.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 9:23 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Duluth News Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrFYXG1Kapsw92N7FhLjg0RcW74IciBf-2FrSNOFF0k0-2FwRzLh_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA 3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnF f3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9Z2s8PtPjF14zwirSUtCyLnmYQdolbbythOd2uoJcMdFJRnkdEqfbSqwsdqDjpcSIRPidACRauCf-2BZ5XBYRCS1s91-2FRP4RUCL3Rm-2Fb3PQ Sp4S0EtK-2Fa9TYIJvwWQmdRfQvxPsSFzhAIUCkYs0Qb29kY0XUYxwlxIWMXyUKw-2Fpm8k-3D> Author Peter Passi Today at 9:16 PM Market Duluth, MN Language English ... that revenue to actually pay for what we have already." Commissioner Chris Adatte agreed, saying: "The municipality desperately needs the tax revenue. We need investment in projects like this to go forward." While the Planning Commission approved the proposed zoning change Wednesday, the Duluth City Council will have the final say, and the matter could go to a vote by April 14 at the soonest. 17 Council orders updated assessment of Carnegie building<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsLNotkpYpbFcsM6oPgcOsCg2jrI1r85EdtKn0biq83 ogjp3gfBW7znXRjwRZjq5i4Kknb35-2FSJxI6jk8imP9WYlxOV_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99O eZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9krqlIHp3HxYRMU3 pEJpgO1eFEh8-2BxT0Z33wmHFvre-2BhUAakqwTUYgu8K6OHPZuOhx8N-2FaKoq0bMqs0CYe3OTP1H00QWGG31cPbO97Ed0R2tEWMShMrJklE5iLkeHoIF0EPZ-2BcuWdbPCvObHMhZtQQAkyRP-2FjdVgHigLHZKPGw9I-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7660b079-0c11-447f-aaea-dff535e5d557_1743173698429618.webp] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQIVZq_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeT ZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4B nFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9bCnwZfSAEl-2FlD-2FN6YWHsdpiT1YQ7fXOL7J0Y7PekIn8v4T7p67t-2BtQG2rOU-2FVGo3Z-2BZaRs1-2Bx41-2FHD3kioiQ12UYcKxtL6 fPESN-2FLgqVa2YvNwvpZjInd2-2BuoyMXDrCSTPCQHumyLNpJzpskOMPV5xLkyNvSmTGHGm4Kot2AtCQ-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... property in 2019 that identified $264,813 to $300,000 in high priority repairs to the building. After the portion of the east wall collapsed, it was estimated that it would cost $223,000 to fix it. That would bring the total estimated cost to repair the building to between $487,813 and $523,000. Mayor Dan Delaney said costs have increased since then and there could have been additional damage over the last five or six years. He said updated information was needed for the council to determine how to proceed with the property. The city's Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) offered its thoughts ... 18 Industrial Road project takes another step forward<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsXe8WXH5ys734i332uINNrRHByx3k99HV-2BqWgkNNLq1r 6vzgdYfrRTHu01bD10UceScYNd2fzXwDnxkOzVWtDhmaYQ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPK sYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9JKoi2FOb775JAMXqsCB aY0juPIqJDNvJjsnh9SAHuAtQok-2Bbn7QbhlU83YWFlKHI7HwEs7DpQiQWCsZCySysBVu-2FDwknTwhSEk1b1ph3W1soYwif9jaqSie03yL8rofGS2HfWHr2R34my9a-2BZYFcPLEpa-2B3jgrakjGbjU9wkV5Y-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0495ba3c-38f8-4201-be0a-b7a6547461ed_1743173698429646.webp] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQXUiJ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeT ZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4B nFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9pmx7uRxxBdjKIPyB1JhhRQHWtvxE-2F0TmcE4-2BzY1YlQh1rmbWPE-2Fa57LCdV1CwZuv1CtYuLB7xt3u8bGoGiuCDsD-2B9Mt4BBJZaShk nVfuPMnIUXjfJDISIsFieo6AL3rxy6G3zBntWK-2F9rgv-2FH-2BIBwqPNhwbBJnvCpVaEmRq4ktE-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... preliminary assessment roll showed that based on assessing 30 percent of the cost, the owners of six properties would be assessed a total of $78,292.20 with assessments ranging from $2,851.80 to $41,454 based on feet of frontage. "This is something that's been talked about for several years," said Mayor Dan Delaney. "We had some good comments from our public hearing on it and the utility committee is recommending to move ahead with it based on the curb and gutter was put in on that stretch." Industrial Road currently has a gravel surface with concrete curb and gutter, sanitary sewer, water main ... 19 City council approves $708K contracts for Minneapolis violence prevention groups<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvV-2BP2pmdrwViqc TIxqxOVNbjODY3ej45Jm680by4SIi-2FCErPnTuLmeFzZzlor-2BpUGGrKMk8eDhxtamG6-2Bax-2F32ia54_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fi yxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMh uGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9EYrV1W7Y-2BAVGpiXpJ-2B6f06jwbv9pYt2PdRytRA-2FDqQREinYPce77BXuoY9tIK7JB7bEB3orFsub2pLhvyWVxJOomShPD7L9hkj36Csb2DCZTrRjuclhab-2BxAzWxJakSgRXWCJzFce2VmOsc8faGPRQ6tFtK-2BHfBXgO0bBdms1p I-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7a359786-1a08-492d-8f81-6c11739830aa_1743173698429684.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 5:03 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DpOLF_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiU rBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMn N9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9EUIdqutZiEbg2COBcTdL0Tx5NA9l5z188PY7iPjg4gFNZWQNIQZP-2F1I8gkqlvmfrmKDZsYzEXwgQjqNiqQcbxXNe32NwTWwzE51YfP2N7x6mavI9filWPqTh1N7UXeUJZo2RoHaHwSxi Nx-2BAuSgTPVrkRDr-2BKjZzHeX1mvtogyo-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... total of $3.4 million. "We're building this community safety ecosystem," said NSD Commissioner Todd Barnette. "But we got to build support and trust with the community, as well." The entire process is relatively new, as Barnette has been tasked with creating a more transparent system after some city council members, including Robin Wonsley, accused the department and prior administration of mismanagement. "She's been tough on us and those comments are very appreciated," said Barnette about Wonsely. The updated process is more rigorous and includes an evaluation that ranks groups based on things ... 20 St. Paul downtown: Lunds, Alliance Bank retailers close up shop<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuPT1its0N6hPjJiiR0GHs9XLaUY7LZOex Lky0HjuOLY7jUlqh8531ED9SOWE2DZNaLR-2FSns41umFMv1o51RV2lrYJT_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU -2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9VBkakx Q2N6LL4Hc6egEZ0VmdSjl1QStDbMTTm40tI7LZD5XSNLnNZjzykBEET-2Fy9EQvfwiAdRCK5P-2BsJGAWk26kqml5dOdoqgB7hS7JZnWLqi2tbtlHAmWYd6fu16PgmZf5bMg8q-2FZmibs0cuz5uHUdPD0PAxq3QqW-2FRifsw9Tc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d558a350-bf9c-44f0-b198-3efef6f18d38_1743173698429713.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 4:45 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY07rpg_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvP fCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsT t4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9r9kTPNMYqG0eqXC49Ae0q13pz54DAocHp6Xg8zmih-2FSjsypTp-2BVzjvRLcwkWo2nTRvEWPq-2BD0-2B70LYky9icvuND176YPLFpLP53cOGaDkwu ppbkTtOy3oiLkcYdm4X-2FzKfbTfdpVXGs-2F-2BdQhm7OEbnyWq0ZaGamtdhphg6ND9Ds-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... plan to remain in business. A sign in the Skyway Mart convenience store advertised a May 1 reopening within the Town Square complex, which consists of three buildings around 445 Minnesota St. and 444 Cedar St. Meeting as the St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority on Wednesday, the St. Paul City Council authorized spending up to $70,000 on relocation assistance grants for the 14 Alliance Bank Center tenants who were still on site as of March 1. Each grant would measure no more than $5,000. Officials with Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, which is relocating 60 attorneys, paralegals and ... their doubts, a Gensler real estate report commissioned by the Downtown Alliance found that the Alliance Bank Center — as well as nine other commercial structures out of 20 downtown St. Paul buildings surveyed — would be a strong candidate for residential conversion. Still, members of the city council and other downtown stakeholders have made no secret that some outdated office buildings will not easily lend themselves to preservation and redevelopment, and may have to be torn down. Originally Published: March 27, 2025 at 4:44 PM CDT 21 Cities and developers want state money to convert office buildings to housing, other businesses<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts 6u87mNVZtRsruN3gTSA1iqUwIxA7iZ-2FMtl3dDa-2BcJH5kG51EiUBZe-2Fh5t0QTyJLER4QCyQCshI8p-2BOpfI1fXAJoQX_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8 s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1 Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9NhkF82crPoZJTMVJXHKtswLAOFIOTEmTiYIN3rGtPcJ1hPoGuvwBj-2F0rK-2FiNFOyiOmmpn3LojMAGrCUhUmVHjGW3YlC2RakF2eD16LHXjPANxPHGGPBTsLO3mvTZ7uKJ3qiw-2BBnx0rg-2BT3BEH-2F8062oEPfydL mDG1iJUKjT8V-2BQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0a12ad2e-828f-4a6e-bd51-b10e4fafc261_1743173698429742.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 4:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Reformer<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPvzOxFO7LnZ-2FXKnWaBU1iGWviHuIaVSI1F5b3lqcxHRHVP-Y_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wI vPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3P sTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9D-2FHe5TCUF3FgEUlM2bGqpJL9zjs6vPIGoQmvuoXbGUsZPhi97jOEZipsfeSFcm4Q55z-2Bxm9OBXvk8N0dAZoznmkti9ItrrfzLMMliHFIyARCh 5u45RZW-2FvDRIdfjQfxt7sIfG96kDN4FydS8JPYgrCW6OHW5tKw1SGQHugrxU-2Bw-3D> Author Madison McVan Market Saint Paul, MN Language English Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testifies on March 27, 2025, in support of a bill that would extend a state tax credit to projects that convert underutilized office buildings to residential or other commercial uses. Photo by Madison McVan/Minnesota Reformer. As the value of commercial buildings collapses in the wake ... some red tape for office-to-residential conversions, exempting developers from public hearings, extensive traffic studies and the city's inclusionary zoning ordinance, which requires developers to either include a number of affordable housing units or pay large fees to the city. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified in support of the tax credit proposal. Commercial property values in Minneapolis have dropped by 9.5% over the past year, and the shrinking commercial tax base means an increased property tax burden on homeowners. Rest, a co-author of the bill, pointed out that commercial ... 22 Brooklyn Center council reviews public safety commission, shouting match ensues<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtslz8ouMM4N5lOKI4T F3RuXtxq2Dgm4E58qTyJPv9SDodf-2BRU4gps5bbjRG92LJPGgX8ZfvDxSvasCAEOdKNlggNTzW_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBm uBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0 T79NXQIAR9JVlvL4MH1J0IafmahK-2B9LDjt0mUDtmTObKOtbA7BkgXFxmTu9mA-2F0n4XtM8yzzUrFEfYmLwxf7vZbS0PfWzUQEtCkTjmAT-2F2UVmP7Mh79Bs5q-2F04o00UWByjUIi-2F5NHGgTrvtbFizQjRhN6x6R-2Fq-2BMGeYHxq5ZGNIQiyFuqPgVs-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/eb10988e-69f5-402d-9e2d-9f20c2352c5e_1743173698429785.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:54 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Sun Post - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqrrwZrw3PzNjuepAt5YB2HkeakhYj9RfPNHnx-2FYmMpUA-3D-3DnRxR_39v8 nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJ mzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9RTIO6MhwR5Pkwr3kVjuyipzqIR7BxQk99Gvhv0yYW1k4H-2F3chZzpl4q2hNr2sO2evP80 Tae6fzv2Z3Fnlr2Xkg8iV0TEZHmX7OpTaxstSHIehtSyQWav405DkrsCd3pvbeYi8aoiouvw53q1YWAE4o38WDVU-2FBHDLnd-2BH9EJi4o-3D> Author Jack Wiedner Market Osseo, MN Language English The formation of Brooklyn Center's Community Safety and Violence Prevention Commission has been delayed once again after a city council meeting that, at one point, devolved into shouting and gavel-banging. With multiple council members calling for the city to abandon the idea entirely, it is likely the commission will never see the light of day. The council voted 3-2 in December to form an advisory body that would review public ... 23 Why downtown St. Paul businesses look forward to state workers working more in office<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt6CKxFv0geS v55l1f-2FzL2RbhI-2BOf4fF1W5J5-2B2B7sPjLZKCBhE6Z0F4ozfemQE-2BuLgJimrwGn8cCFdQdsC2gCzUtF1_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl9 0fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1f QMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9KA-2BMoAhPWoT-2FHUqPYPeNCl748-2B4iWj4nz6yb1eTDNCYPFgxyVUyP5jbRiuVaiTsijXnJiZwBjhc55qD9PE1-2FuhuC1tRmKCQZzFegCX8nkBBvuGTPIy2bsI88F56KYt2aY8Pv5XhgHi2I-2F225bjCiMBKdwsnw7x1KzEzRMi2 HMtA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/74543802-edb1-42f9-bf88-c981e365c3e1_1743173698429831.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSY6wzY_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4s RbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR92COy-2BbYG6ljrTFAoZNpxLeoXP2lg1Cszu3eMqsGY5dkevSmIJi2QSd5WmY-2BaVvRNnt84uFWQl22hwoI1OxRY9le25JeYtjMYG1rLRWGpFHOqvIyi6i NBG0sLly9956OVyYMokho-2B3xfeuXC5kVpRb9ALEkYyV3SYZ-2FJwzojAlXE-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... . The news comes after several business closures in downtown St. Paul, including the Lunds & Byerlys, where huge mark downs and empty shelves mark their very last day being open. "Really appreciate the governor stepping forward to make the announcement that he made this week," said St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter. Carter said he has been discussing an in-person requirement with the governor for several months now. "I've shared with him how critical it is for us to have employees downtown, as to how critical that is to our vitality, as a community, how critical that is to the future of our ... 24 Minneapolis City Council passes ban on landlords using algorithms to set rent<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtv2-2FxxDolDKcUpx0j- 2FVutZZh3UoJx7L-2FdC49OWPHXnSCYCloHhqe4w9P2q0TNs5HRJFUrGTGclQ3R61c4Mke9lMH42b_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2Bv BmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWD k0T79NXQIAR9pzxtWTpXrTrxfAnOAxIFY6VOhg7M5o-2BDgXS1jCuKgxgbue2Dp5GHR3c329vhAslD7TDREjcDf73Lybsq4aCfjHgXjdZD2nTKhKsyr4BVqKZAw-2BLBLp0AsUF-2BsKNCVgP8cqPJNIsBvTSKFymvREl6mPvHLFcLbMNbvmzN3-2FRDKGo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c1a127cc-2b36-49b8-a174-39ac55ce7956_1743173698429859.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 3:00 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DVOCw_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33 COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFs p2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR97cbc06Zl4ZEO0RVpCXkfkGsp4BZ-2Bn07TWIfqOMsp9XcpH-2FrwsX5xOIqxclN-2FP0C9b-2BY4WnERHRg8pBahUQN3lxxs5uBc9gzoyUTPn-2FlCc-2B8aU7sChof0dcnpEjOALjZ3gREfSqB uq3-2BdYvLKwTpQonCp6w67xY7l9epdZCL9yDo-3D> Author Kyle Brown KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... their license whether they use these algorithms, the city would collect information over time to build an enforcement infrastructure. "Self-attestation might sound like nothing until a landlord lies, and then that lie, once discovered, strengthens a private right of action," Ellison said. If Mayor Jacob Frey signs off, Minneapolis will become the third city in the country to pass such an ordinance, joining Philadelphia and San Francisco. A spokesperson for the mayor's office said Frey is still reviewing the measure and did not immediately indicate whether he would approve ... 25 Cambridge City Views: Cambridge re-introduces monthly column<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshp8z-2BzUCxveO1TDCbtbQspNPwkGaOmHW3 qjdmF0AFq63vjfMvyXIefqdp6vJ3jojpV-2Bc2XE-2FpTM1o-2BZv3AXJ7_R8t_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jG dMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9bVH ub46JBIhqzIsY8zs4fdE-2Fn4wdKJrTCpooFBekdmfQYsAsrqiY8BL3ke3-2FsQ0klxamiN2gQF-2BiNLHPNnZ65hZ2TLSVdtk0pEyq1GPsWU93Y-2F4jX8wBG8qvPom6Ibkd2a8Bo8ogthslvGIMehnRLE7GX3rGixnWmQagnuoV3p4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8600c396-ffad-4c5b-9085-7f85cb6abcb6_1743173698429901.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 1:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Isanti-Chisago County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPiF4Da4ZU1sKqRMgieQDku83nLnyfqhFUJhPDzw9WqkaJzzIMr2sXZ-2FewVh6981Ggw-3D-3DL5-2_39v8nJo0ccD ED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrj p-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9kxMZeE4ShbtoDAhXNa5p3fovKJmy8BlOcw34Oa9du8Mh14XfWHsZy1h9irw01Qquf-2FaZjTU1qjN lBdBThhtEuVgruTc36kv9P5uWJEj6VMCyGWIB23ZQlZqy7-2BU4V5jY5xEJmbZiIS92w66f4tbmkzjRPAQPExuyCKik-2BS8SVYo-3D> Author Evan Vogel Market Cambridge, MN Language English ... informed about their city government. We have a fantastic community full of people who want to see Cambridge thrive. Hopefully, this communications effort can be a step in the right direction and help residents feel more informed about, and connected to, their city government. EVAN VOGEL is the City Administrator for the city of Cambridge. If you have questions about this column, please feel free to email him at evogel@ci.cambridge.mn.us or contact City Hall at (763) 689 – 3211. 26 Vineyard Church plans a Safe Bay for overnight homeless parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5xHw6cQLEkGtGMAAH6g7WaQXNV5zdnO2 w6N2Yf9cqMtQAlxkZ6vEhQ-2BHsam0aQzr3SRdmkMLjBlq4gJb2g0-2ByysSc_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGd MU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9B57w ScnxNMfXCWALKn03Lm4rmhbXsogptZ7Ql9SdPZZjgC5YymZPRkbPN0XW94rWC2UIJHZYlmk6f8tw35o0Zrotr-2FhfzRTd4nLy4Ob52bGV0jGqVhs2nkLrNk3iTf0oka3kNcRxMwORTftjy12LZjZsfZ87pJfEAdh4l0CBlB4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0cb5660a-aff0-4617-8fc8-e71af2c9a202_1743173698429927.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 1:08 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Wdio.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtf2HcTHNnAGJMkYDzkDMtc-3DA5-R_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUr Bc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN 9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9gz0WB37OklOIdrWx41dVptesZd-2Fb2iUAdabxdS4xiPdyXZI9fxjbGcHY-2Bdp9ffYsp95ghRmb25RBOzPjQCCx6j9WTQkL4kHdd6P8CsjTmTXJhQyfc1him7bIZtknpElSZXOF4qIE8VG mpIyWXbMxIWb1eJ-2FincXlxoNBnIgr2uA-3D> Author Ethan Schurman WDIO Market Duluth, MN Language English ... A variety of comments were made throughout the meeting, both positive and negative. But generally, all of the things that were expressed are things that could probably be overcome. This Safe Bay program is not a brand-new program. It's been in existence for two years at the Damiano Center. So, the City Council, the fire department, and the police department have been made aware of the program. Representatives then offered their insight and assurances if things went wrong. With renovations happening at the Damiano Center this summer, those who use their Safe Bay program may be displaced. The Compassion ... 'll be out on the street," he said. "We want people to have a good safe space place where they can park their car, where they can access showers, where they can access bathrooms, and have a place to talk to people that can help them move beyond their current situation." The plan has been sent to City Council and will be reviewed for final approval this April. To learn more, sign up for the program, or support the program, you can reach out to Barry Schull, bschull@duluthvineyard.org or CHUM, particularly Joel Kilgour. A few details of operations and Facilities can be seen below. Operations Hours of ... 27 Perham City Council approves purchase of property along Second Street Southwest<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvNsWw2UGk1RfKp-2F A6e2nYgQx7O64ab-2FLX3vPpGP7mV9IF9h3Q2d5WHNk2pvi89lYPp-2BPvx7npwN33CEpMH7Ez9ACzV_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2 BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaO WDk0T79NXQIAR9ls2vwHzUBYBDo00R5tK-2BN5AhsIQFmx3z8-2BAP0eBo0OGRIvpthHb7rXeOxVHd2EHLAwcABdulga45Bgl07V71WyyHqinaWFwfhSMo2BJMYbhqj3ixpmZZogb-2FX3pJ74l78vEjD2SmH1XJR-2FMbMIbvXjHK2O8-2FimRSFKgUL5T1ETM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c0ad624e-09d8-4937-927b-64fb2a5ee82e_1743173698429980.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:49 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Perham Focus<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPklFk80YJs7nXD6hBljTrC2Nz7nAEEOj7B4QNgnaIAPZe9Ui_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq- 2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbv oqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9PmUSLGUBuPMMMHHwwJ9t-2BwTSMQFQSJNMWLq4YuPXYKNrN2esLHcDL697mARaYyigoiSjybkqnsvUGpCAQGoUC35tsbN6t74dFf6QGq6I1sOKzWsxpMISl3y 3nczC24M0B6fnV4Cz5BPp-2FFnDtqorEuy9vbThAIIVwmZOvG-2FpefM-3D> Author Barbie Porter Today at 12:25 PM Market Perham, MN Language English The city of Perham's purchase of 530 Second St. SW coincides with potential plans for expanding the emergency services building. The Perham City Council approved purchasing the property at 530 Second St. SW for $150,000. Google Maps Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project PERHAM — The ... Perham City Council approved purchasing the property at 530 Second St. SW for $150,000 during a special council meeting on Wednesday, March 26. The purchase agreement was provided in the City Council packet and stated the closing date is on or before May 30. The document also stated the city will pay all closing costs associated with the legal transfer of the property. The seller will pay property taxes and assessments associated with the property for the current year. The funds to purchase ... 28 St. Peter City Council Working on Revamping Gorman Park<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsbxYDwz4yDYw55yAKiBo0IAQRBK7Efyz5sDFNA2Ao NEOD8iqpdv1a8aquaQiqIiCUgdSkAErcBCmnv-2Fb4j8CLuO7DK_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99 OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9SKC3rxbydmMcKW lsngWqRx9bdTwNCSDkCdZvb0nKstHDe-2BxdHhyoXmBefX34a7o74BEfSHqe-2FqdxcTYerIKskvhugcmKUEnyU1AjSnec6O62FF1ybpxnTCTov9SVBvBizi9t-2F5gybwcHMvVPlN3gljHNu1Sr0HaNoTnVVkFfUUI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/587f044e-1ed3-4fa7-8298-fdcc38e5e24c_1743173698430006.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:14 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Ingstad Media<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPutO-2BLwbHcTtmgfo6Whgc2DZrUP7nV9XAvZmOQcg-2Bi5w4tWY_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPf CHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt 4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9-2BbXJE2eC725JEnzt2TU8WHPlZQhI9ag5E-2BPctrnZSPbQ7B9Uk3Q8FPNTvZvRtNyRWJTnWtbMeiss77rTDRlMhPONnuoG34wj0OJbRfUMzIg22Iby 6Ea91I2qXFBncIek3OH4Hx60zNY5-2Fu6x7xwEDxVv2JGjM4YduK4CLm0KYwU-3D> Market Hutchinson, MN Language English St. Peter Administrator Todd Prafke said the city is working on updating Gorman Park which includes a new destination playground to the north of the Treemendous Playground. This is considered phase one of the project. The post appeared first on Ingstad Media . 29 Bellmont Homes looks to bring 100 housing units to Cold Spring<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvcuPGlh063eNRQ1BLTgNoFxgddPuOJogMc 57SgWglGht0z03ueI8jZOPvdJJ87Cp-2FuHllPm0kPzSZZ7g8iibA2k4kb_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU- 2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9qaNrShW -2BhM-2FNHby4wmsgWawDT-2FB6Olkr-2Bz0JNBjFXQYfVGkGZRNG-2B6f-2B9jZFS3KFO38H75Oc7EqAO-2F7mO3SC-2FSTmMAyFnyap51vj84ndI-2BHmaJaA5yoZz6G3ECmKn0ymJlGTd3v2elyVyaDCCYG9-2B-2BfhuxsC-2F-2BxW-2FFDOvXLfJsY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/62302406-a03f-49b5-9d64-d43fd5b72562_1743173698430042.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:11 PM CDT Category Digital News Source St. Cloud Times<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPonI1Mhd6Uhrq80yptzmGil6J3IU3e71lubIG5XvKbJF43Ro_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4s RbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9Y8NGVQX8kGs1YHqnFXiNwEj7e2dLBCZPQTf-2Bs5iRl2c0IuK5Ip-2FuekkLhtu7P2H7CnhDlrGHFnwUNnVM5wkKkTEg1rJn9ZdnqTvDyPGrGf-2Bl-2BD TB8zUCBK0hhwv9d5GN2rghb82lUkBT8Hb-2FSOxUBL95knRGMsgBXyIKs1fzSoI-3D> Author Corey Schmidt Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English ... Bellmont Homes, Wausau Homes Cold Spring and Wausau Homes Monticello. All three are the builders for the project. The development is off County Road 2, north of the ROCORI Public Schools campus. Historic homes, rentals and crime: Inside St. Cloud's south side university neighborhood Cold Spring City Council members unanimously approved the planned development during its March 26 city council meeting. Councilmember Doug Schmitz was absent. 30 St. Cloud Public Works Busy this Spring; Mourning a Loss<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt7vb9STIuFhG6RSVi9Bd8FY8-2BY23j1AEkDySFW hn-2FBvEMTbEeqd98HxmSnCK38eMRtiHyM1xi9wDiBkjdnf0h4SNzf_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2Fos E99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9IzEcGn-2BRc xiXac6MzGTFxKJ7Q1BynnEjYdz-2B5UPAACORoiOycifOj7Q8AuUTstSpeLLw4EjINYdcAWMfJ2E-2BbtcHEQJoaEOXYU3U4tPs-2FzPvAMoHrpbvnoJOd-2BLHlt-2BDBPwRh7jF2L3QDb3zJgKaJPar5JSe8j1iseVmSAD1fqo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cc125b87-b131-481d-9898-c932f2c63849_1743173698430069.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 12:04 PM CDT Category Digital News Source AM 1240 WJON<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqGS3D3vBPix-2F50iIcUrmb4-3Dj_vX_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyq AXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d 1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9lZSrnIFTaVI8HPn-2B13Gr1oKPFqHQc9JggrFqAQCVeZBlxzFTL2xr6DU621FZhOzNZuUCx9vqNWqAdRcWmoLYBO3KwTqzPyCEOBJwsjlvicpAc1kIR-2FJkSmhC27R-2FT506YY9 SsScWbr138Uu0IlKFmQkOZGvNUVpVhV5tjUiNaBQ-3D> Author Jay Caldwell Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English The St. Cloud Public Services Department is mourning the loss of longtime Public Works Operations Manager Tom Zabinski. He passed away recently after a courageous battle with cancer. St. Cloud Public Services Director Tracy Hodel joined me on WJON. She says Tom put in over 40 years of service to the St. Cloud community and was working all the way up to his hospitalization. Hodel ... says Zabinski is missed. attachment-Thomas Zabinski loading... Hodel says Public Works has been working on pot hole filling and expects that to pick up with precipitation expected this weekend. She says the freeze and thaw leads to pot holes challenges on older roads. Hodel doesn't expect this to be too bad of year for pot holes in part, because of the amount of roads that have ... been reconstructed over the past few years. She says reconstructed roads shouldn't have pot holes for 10 to 15 years. Public Works is also working on street sweeping, crack sealing, alley grading, storm water sumps and maintenance with the Vactor truck. They are also working on sod and mailbox repair, catch basin and manhole repairs in relation to the 2025 road resurfacing project and also the Lincoln Avenue Project. ... Public Works is removing plows and salt spreaders from trucks, road sign repair and replacement and assisting with biosolid hauling. loading... The City of St. Cloud has key construction projects in 2025 including the reconstruction of Lincoln Avenue. Expect more details on these projects in future stories ... 31 Company pauses for AI data center in small rural town<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuFmQc8eYRjEeX6DHfMz6dlFoZoGFaR-2B98mcbrrymJ CCn4PfYALOWIyRTsmP4J6xgdu5nJ1j6XgpdKBQzeJJApwNTfN_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99Oe ZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9gZQypny8xg6pHOz7 t3-2F5Fw-2FnRuClAGWXBejNATWRgT4Q5AsUrW2KGpU0W3B-2FxIE-2BLaK4FUxwyGY8jJxm5x6M8HoKC32F2iTLRLOxvNWdIP6itwBLU1aCqNULXdsi938ImBQBCOtOZu6LuTYUdk7hLg0p8I-2FqdChSi-2FnvSnYu51I-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://www.startribune.com/200.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:52 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2F8QQ8_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbV EeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIl J4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9mrb5SXtbdXx5-2BMpD-2FbR4JlY50-2Bt6ejj45uOPaQ1b02JkoiyI3Cj0RY1Mbw-2FP8mbfFBjc7AlLYHF9Gm-2FRWlTllyRhpfOu1pO cfzzd8sJNy3D7Vy63S5qSLIap0zmiFB1L8MXh9RIZ996Zq9x99oyeqtOB8zR2IUMV5uQhXl2r2uE-3D> Author Jp Lawrence Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... Mountain Lake with $250,000 in utilities revenue for an AI data center to be purchased near the town's electrical substation, according to a city information. Revolve Labs nixed its Mountain Lake plan a week before a public forum set to address questions from the public in mid-February, said city administrator Michael Mueller, who led discussions with the company. "As of right now, no data center or any facility is coming to Mountain Lake," Mueller said in a recent phone call. He said he hopes to restart conversations with the company next year. Jeff St. Onge, senior operations manager at Revolve Labs ... 32 Isanti seeks outside help for finances<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLfMzAM-2B26wqjGA7K1oQaS-2BrLqW4FZqiOvegeYaVogBwGqsSzJeVtL Pw0kb3k4xm2bbgt4KINDR-2Bz6-2BY71lCfrItWP_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAe VZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9Y8Q66k9b1BsBD6SwGELs1yr6K -2Fzy0vSIV7HDz-2FkLd8lZttqMaBTRCTRsyEPnb8yoCqhuDPn9drqzMYpShu-2BXdIa8B569qM-2B8qU3SUTvzH0NBuRXDttdWFelsx5-2BmmdMjeL1gfIym6sJIcZm7v0vjAjdbmMl6B8oUJBGALBCzPes-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/372e440f-864b-4f1c-ac09-a18965982ad4_1743173698430133.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:38 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Isanti-Chisago County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPiF4Da4ZU1sKqRMgieQDku83nLnyfqhFUJhPDzw9WqkaJzzIMr2sXZ-2FewVh6981Ggw-3D-3DK3f3_39v8nJo0ccD ED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrj p-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR9i5-2FJhdyf3M1TRghqYnP-2F2i0UouAVmaiL3bELf65yC1vREwxKTYfeAOyJSip9qKL5Lf8YZCQ8x L856-2FJDf-2FmhhTgjPhEhpI-2BZjKzsYI3KLi7QK-2BVUs7Pz6vZ9EIstrHvdRuCuT7Ve4I0GywV5hlZQYE2ftZK8UbuBxj4s7DlSexo-3D> Author Bill Stickels III Market Cambridge, MN Language English ... candidate interviews for the permanent finance director position. She said the estimated cost would be $3,900 per week, but that amount would fluctuate depending on the actual hours worked and if there would be more or less time needed on site as the city would be covering travel expenses. Interim Mayor Luke Merrill questioned if the city could get a lower rate if they sent out requests for proposals. "I know that a lot of business accountants are around 100 to 150 (dollars) per hour," Merrill said. Wood said they might, however, the city needs someone helping out immediately. She added she was ... 33 It’s still unclear if trash will be picked up in St. Paul starting April 1<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvRcy-2FWvsMX59Cg4O6JMd suSHpLiLNWTZORh2VJGdvHlcpvhS3KiEl2uWHIlEfmjh5rYPJRwSZ7B3WVw7VcF1eCdudh_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs 5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoqGqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NX QIAR96BKirQ-2FcN1W1Q8r237aB1yoNBGHA7j2i4t5RKvqEv18gnbIZBw8JrwhbB6PAZKP3yMNc-2FNz804-2BFlvaRWZlNzQ9UvE1JxB1zJ2IIf2QMiC-2BkH2c5YJiIw7mwasmuE6C340-2BhxTrXAhIXbazRX-2Fjn-2FTnfvS-2FbCmgQFz9wD7K4UOI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/4e3c2b06-04bb-4d92-845e-ba80d5d827c0_1743173698430161.png] Date Collected Mar 27, 2025 11:20 AM CDT Category Digital News Source MinnPost<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPratYBs8Lf8jjbKHSf3SgJ6b394KMVOv6PlRMC5-2BEgJ0Mh4z_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2F YMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvN3kqFcJxBrL5j8s44qIJghl90fiyxR-2BvBmuBWOs5I31C7jGdMU-2FosE99OeZPKsYDrAeVZVouuxXQ1o85z2OtuhBBA4BQHoZijUNPPJI0lk-2FzJJmzAbSrjp-2FIT6CAtMc6qP-2Bf5oBAwtZIlJ4BnFf3PsTt4sRbvoq GqzQ7FgOtCOm1d1vxMnN9OFsp2VdMofYJAWSmm6wmRH1Mnjtp3eR1fQMhuGiaOWDk0T79NXQIAR93cqQGz0-2FbMUFm6tiwafLAVdWYYtAsfq9UR4zCTo9eq5C-2FLfBeh06jbGKxmEPz4xUO9xo-2BpoKAOeb0ewX-2BC8tjYW9onuVRyGuxOcWXYfWu2Pf3F60YDF uM6PzLuMjfZnB9LQzHnV0l395koGcEg1-2BMXH334B7yz4FCfOl-2Boy9V0g-3D> Author Winter Keefer Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... under our seven-year agreement." "Beyond the legal obligation we have under state law to provide trash services, breach of contract would expose taxpayers to costly litigation, and interrupt trash hauling service for St. Paul households," Carter wrote. Additionally, in a call last week, Public Works Director Sean Kershaw was unable to say what alternative options are available in the interim if FCC Environmental needed to find a new site. "We're looking at a range of options that would get us to providing trash services by April 1," Kershaw said. The zoning dispute heated up when the City ... 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E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. 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E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. 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E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. 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E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. 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E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. 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E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. 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E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. 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Thanks for the clarification, I hope this helps. I will point out though that the proposal was from the Council and TF. It contained _only_ agreed points from the joint workshop, including the proposal for one pass per resident. Not asking that you clarify this w yet another email, just asking to be more careful in communication. I’ve been talking to residents and it would help me explain and for them to understand, if we had a big picture budget and policing plan. Are we incurring additional expenses from SAPD during the Fair, if so what are the added services and what are the added expenses? We had quite a few comments on safety W and I’m hoping we can build support for the e-meters by tying it to safety. Thanks for your service Jack. Like you, I appreciated the civility of W meeting. Georgiana ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com<mailto:falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com>> Date: Fri, Mar 28, 2025 at 10:16 AM Subject: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ To: <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. The City Council and State Fair Task Force value the input from residents and will use that to develop a formal plan that will be voted on by the City Council at a future meeting. The full video from the public hearing is available here<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwebstreaming.ctv15.org%2Fviewer.php%3Fstreamid=7693%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdeliver y/1/01010195dd5367c9-436c14be-60a7-4209-aea7-4ea43fc0ecf0-000000/rRChiwl7XMhg54UiaDXzcaiEp7aOdKFvpuCzFkuktCw=398> starting at the 22:30 minute mark. 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Are you asking in regards to making FHC a potential paid lot using ParkMobile? That will be separate from the City's contract and the church would need to coordinate with them directly on a contract. I know ParkMobile was provided Rev. King's contact info and their private lot team was going to reach out if FH comes on board. Jack ________________________________ From: Bob Olsen <icepalacebob@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, March 28, 2025 7:53 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Bryan Seyfarth <bryan.seyfarth@gmail.com> Subject: FHC and Fair parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, I've been asked to follow the State Fair parking conversation on behalf of the congregation. Is there anything more I need to do at this point? I have questions about liability, enforcement, manpower necessary to provide the service, etc. Bob Olsen 651.757.0647 20250328134324,Bob Olsen icepalacebob@gmail.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Bryan Seyfarth bryan.seyfarth@gmail.c_109.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Thank you for this information. Looks like an internal conversation... Bob Olsen On Fri, Mar 28, 2025 at 1:41 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Bob, Thanks for reaching out. Are you asking in regards to making FHC a potential paid lot using ParkMobile? That will be separate from the City's contract and the church would need to coordinate with them directly on a contract. I know ParkMobile was provided Rev. King's contact info and their private lot team was going to reach out if FH comes on board. Jack ________________________________ From: Bob Olsen <icepalacebob@gmail.com<mailto:icepalacebob@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, March 28, 2025 7:53 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Bryan Seyfarth <bryan.seyfarth@gmail.com<mailto:bryan.seyfarth@gmail.com>> Subject: FHC and Fair parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, I've been asked to follow the State Fair parking conversation on behalf of the congregation. Is there anything more I need to do at this point? I have questions about liability, enforcement, manpower necessary to provide the service, etc. Bob Olsen 651.757.0647 20250328140906,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu_110.eml Hi Georgiana, Thank you for sharing, and I do agree that it reads a bit unfairly in that regard. The version that went out came from the Council and was rewritten with the goal of simplification, but can read less unifying that it should. My initial draft hadn't mentioned SFTF vs council and more just clarification of what was voted on and what needed to work. I'm not intending to differ blame, but more clarifying how it came to be to make sure it represented the statements from the Council. SAPD has estimated their 2025 costs at $35K for additional OT and they don't see that is impacted by ParkMobile, as they are out doing ticket enforcement regardless. Thank you for continuing to work on behalf of FH residents and the time it takes to put in to these efforts on a volunteer basis! You did a great job Wednesday with the presentation, and I appreciate that you're continuing to have conversations with neighbors. Take care, Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Friday, March 28, 2025 1:28 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Fwd: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks for the clarification, I hope this helps. I will point out though that the proposal was from the Council and TF. It contained _only_ agreed points from the joint workshop, including the proposal for one pass per resident. Not asking that you clarify this w yet another email, just asking to be more careful in communication. I’ve been talking to residents and it would help me explain and for them to understand, if we had a big picture budget and policing plan. Are we incurring additional expenses from SAPD during the Fair, if so what are the added services and what are the added expenses? We had quite a few comments on safety W and I’m hoping we can build support for the e-meters by tying it to safety. Thanks for your service Jack. Like you, I appreciated the civility of W meeting. Georgiana ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com<mailto:falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com>> Date: Fri, Mar 28, 2025 at 10:16 AM Subject: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ To: <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. The City Council and State Fair Task Force value the input from residents and will use that to develop a formal plan that will be voted on by the City Council at a future meeting. 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I've been on the road. I just got settled 5 min ago. Our marketing team can't move forward until we have a contract signed. I can send you generic materials, but they'll be able to help you with a more specific, PR-informed rollout. What questions are they asking and when do you need materials? Also, what's the attorney's availability next week for the call? I tried to set it for 1:30 today, but I didn't hear back (unless I missed something). The faster we can get the contract settled, the quicker we can get you the support. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Thu, Mar 27, 2025, 3:46 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Thanks Rob! While our attorneys sort out the contract, would your communications team be able to get us some materials to help us with public announcements? Getting a lot of press inquiries. Thank you! Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2025 10:34 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Congratulations on Step 1! Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, It was great to be at the meeting last night. That was fun. Let me know if there's anything you all need from me. Jack, I just reached out in the other thread regarding the attorney meeting (re: contract). Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250328172521,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_168.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. The meeting packet for March 19 has the summary, but now that I look at it, it's not very complete. Here's what I had, read back to the Council, and added some comments from Eric and Melanie. Thanks for your help! Just talked to a neighbor on my street and he's all for it. I think we have to remember that more people will come who have a complaint than who are all for it. The summary - points of agreement incorporated into my PP presentation. -Residents on affected streets will get one resident pass per household. (we also discussed households that might be adjacent to affected streets - I didn't include this as too complicated in the presentation) -Visitors will use ParkMobile to get a code, good for one day. - Training for staff is provided by ParkMobile - Ambassadors will be hired and trained to improve parking compliance, and welcome visitors. (Jennifer Paulus stated that the Community Ambassadors were the reason she could come on board with the plan, the name of the Ambassadors was changed later by Jack). - ParkMobile provides signs - Areas of the city covered by the current State Fair parking permits will continue. Not decided yet - I read these but they were not included in the PP - how the resident pass will be provided and whether there will be a cap on the number of these. - we don't know whether some apartments, townhomes, or residences on Larpenteur will need resident passes Georgiana ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date: Fri, Mar 14, 2025 at 4:22 PM Subject: Re: Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 State Fair Task Force Agenda Packet To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> My apologies, but I immediately caught a typo on Item E1 right after sending it. Attached is the corrected packet. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Friday, March 14, 2025 4:19 PM Subject: Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 State Fair Task Force Agenda Packet Members of the State Fair Task Force, Attached is the agenda packet for our meeting on Wednesday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. It should be a fairly light meeting to discuss and review the presentation for the following week's public hearing. Let me know if you won't be able to make it. Thank you, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, March 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. February 19, 2025 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion 2. Update on Legislative Activity 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: April 16, 2025 at 6:30PM City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West MINUTES Wednesday, February 19, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:32 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite__X__ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard __X__ Georgiana May_X___ Alice Hausman ___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis _X___ Jennifer Paulus _X___ Tom Prather __X__ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan _X___ Council Liaison Paula Mielke _X___ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 1. Moved by May i. Approved 6-0 D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 15, 2025 i. Moved by Allard ii. Approved 6-0 E. NEW BUSINESS - 1. E-Meter Discussion i. Details and Discussion 1. Member McGarthwaite discussed back to school at the elementary school for meet the teacher, before school starts a. Either Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday before Labor Day weekend b. Concerns over parking during this time, how to enforce meters during this time 2. Discussion continued to discuss permit parking, and how it would impact messaging a. Consideration of uniformity vs specialization i. Member Davis, May and McGarthwaite voiced support for e-meters replacing parking permits 1. Similarly supported making the e-meters citywide ii. Member Paulus shared concerns that this doesn’t feel like being a welcoming city, and whether this improves our issues or not 1. Discussion on financial impact to the City, amount per household. iii. Administrator Linehan provided a map of locations b. Member Georgiana May made a motion to recommend that e-meters be instituted during Fairground Events on the non-water side of streets that are currently free parking in Northeast Quadrant (Roselawn to Larpenteur / Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive and Northome (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Hamline to E Snelling Service Drive). Approved 7-0 c. Discussion on how to provide complimentary tickets to residents i. Discussion around two tickets versus one 1. It was considered that given the amount of parking, one may be enough 2. Considered that they need to be requested ii. Member Nicole Porter made a motion that one complimentary parking permit would be available upon request per household on designated streets in the Northome and Northeast Quadrant area, and additional permits could be purchased in a banded method that is similar to our fee schedule for yearround permit parking. Approved 7-0 ii. Consideration for Recommendation to City Council 1. Discussed during the previous items. 2. Update on Request for State Assistance i. Liaison Mielke shared the update on the pending legislation from Sen. Clare Oumou Verbeten 3. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update i. St. Anthony Village PD starts on March 1, 2025 ii. Starts at about 8-12 hours per day of patrol, and increases over time as staffing allows iii. Plan for additional OT during State Fair G. ADJOURN 1. Motion to adjourn by Member Porter at 8:03 p.m. i. All in favor 7-0 Next regular meeting date: March 19, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota ___________________ _______ Item E-Meter Presentation – Public Hearing Preview and Discussion Description The City Council and State Fair Task Force had a joint workshop discussion on Wednesday, March 12th. Present from the task force was Chair McGarthwaite, Members Allard, May, Davis, Paulus and Prather, and council liaison Mielke. The discussion focused primarily on how to provide passes for residents, and how to communicate the program during the public hearing on Wednesday, March 26th. Near the end of the meeting, Member May summarized the direction of the discussion with the points that: - Residents will have the option to come to City Hall to get a resident pass if they live on a street with e-meters. - Visitors will have to purchase parking through ParkMobile. - Training of staff will be provided by ParkMobile. - Hire ambassadors to check plates, and they will inform SAPD of parking infraction; they will do ticketing. - Signs will be provided by ParkMobile, additional communications will be done as well. Using this direction, members of the Task Force will present the proposal prior to the public hearing. This will be an opportunity for the group to review the powerpoint and provide feedback/edits before the presentation to residents. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the direction for the public hearing presentation and provide feedback on the draft presentation. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Legislative Update Description An update will be provided on the status of various bills and other legislative efforts. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date March 19, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250328172703,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_169.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks, I appreciated your work as well at the Public Hearing. We actually covered a lot of ground, and we did our best. Georgiana On Fri, Mar 28, 2025 at 2:09 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Georgiana, Thank you for sharing, and I do agree that it reads a bit unfairly in that regard. The version that went out came from the Council and was rewritten with the goal of simplification, but can read less unifying that it should. My initial draft hadn't mentioned SFTF vs council and more just clarification of what was voted on and what needed to work. I'm not intending to differ blame, but more clarifying how it came to be to make sure it represented the statements from the Council. SAPD has estimated their 2025 costs at $35K for additional OT and they don't see that is impacted by ParkMobile, as they are out doing ticket enforcement regardless. Thank you for continuing to work on behalf of FH residents and the time it takes to put in to these efforts on a volunteer basis! You did a great job Wednesday with the presentation, and I appreciate that you're continuing to have conversations with neighbors. Take care, Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, March 28, 2025 1:28 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Fwd: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks for the clarification, I hope this helps. I will point out though that the proposal was from the Council and TF. It contained _only_ agreed points from the joint workshop, including the proposal for one pass per resident. Not asking that you clarify this w yet another email, just asking to be more careful in communication. I’ve been talking to residents and it would help me explain and for them to understand, if we had a big picture budget and policing plan. Are we incurring additional expenses from SAPD during the Fair, if so what are the added services and what are the added expenses? We had quite a few comments on safety W and I’m hoping we can build support for the e-meters by tying it to safety. Thanks for your service Jack. Like you, I appreciated the civility of W meeting. Georgiana ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com<mailto:falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com>> Date: Fri, Mar 28, 2025 at 10:16 AM Subject: E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ To: <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> E-Meter Proposal Public Hearing Recap & Updated FAQ Post Date: 03/28/2025 10:15 AM The Falcon Heights City Council hosted a public hearing on Wed., March 26, on a proposed change to an ordinance that would allow the use of e-meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. During the meeting, our State Fair Task Force shared a proposal to help residents understand how e-meter parking could be implemented in the city during the Fair. Unfortunately, some media incorrectly reported that the Task Force proposal was voted on and approved by the council. The council voted to approve an ordinance to modify city code to allow for e-meters. Adopting the ordinance was an important step to continue the discussion of e-meter parking. The council also voted to authorize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor to provide e-meters. More than 80 residents attended the public hearing. Thirty-four residents provided public comment at the meeting and more than 20 submitted written comment. The City Council and State Fair Task Force value the input from residents and will use that to develop a formal plan that will be voted on by the City Council at a future meeting. The full video from the public hearing is available here<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwebstreaming.ctv15.org%2Fviewer.php%3Fstreamid=7693%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdeliver y/1/01010195dd5367c9-436c14be-60a7-4209-aea7-4ea43fc0ecf0-000000/rRChiwl7XMhg54UiaDXzcaiEp7aOdKFvpuCzFkuktCw=398> starting at the 22:30 minute mark. 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Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Jim, Thanks for your spreadsheet . . . I'll experiment with it a little. It's reassuring to me that we could both do some figuring and end up in the same ballpark for results. 🙂 Your sign-off of "It is going to be great!" caught my attention. I remain in favor of trying it, but I want the options of postponing or scrapping it to remain open if its value proposition isn't what we thought. I suspect that many residents have not been aware of what the State Fair costs them as tax payers each year. I started to wonder Wed night if many would actually prefer to pay it in their property taxes rather than try e-Meter parking. Can't know, of course, but I feel like what I assumed when the task force was working on it and proposed it might not be the problem I thought it was. Anyway, until a contract is actually signed with ParkMobile, I'm trying to remain open to the idea that we may have solved "our" problem rather than our "community's" problem. Take care and many thanks for your service as a Council Member, Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Date 3/29/2025 9:55:49 AM Subject Re: Another spreadsheet for analyzing State Fair e-Meter parking revenue Hi Tom, Thanks very much for your spreadsheet, I like it. That kind of work you have done is important because I do think that we should base our approach on data and reasonable calculations, because perception alone has led many a good intention astray. I've attached my spreadsheet for you to play with if you like. It takes a similar approach of first determining how many cars people are parking on the street when the fair isn't in progress (ie. Today). Then estimating how many times the average resident will go to the trouble of saving an additional spot on the street for a friend or relative to attend the fair. I also include the calculation of the expected % of the spaces that will be utilized during the fair (ex: do visitors just not use the north part of northeast quadrant). The model also subtracts expected costs of running the program. Anyhow, take a look. The cells highlighted in yellow are the ones that require user input. The net revenue is in the green cell towards the bottom. A side note, I did four surveys of the number of cars on the streets. Two during the day on weekends, one on a weekend night (the highest car count), and one on a Saturday morning. These are averaged and weighted in the model towards the top. Thanks for all your work on this. It is going to be great! Best, Jim ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, March 28, 2025 8:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org> Subject: Another spreadsheet for analyzing State Fair e-Meter parking revenue You don't often get email from ktbd4.tom@gmail.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Jim, This is Tom Prather. I'm on the State Fair task force and cobbled together a spreadsheet for trying to get a handle on the effect of handing out more free passes per household and, perhaps, transferable passes for guests. I sent it to Jack for the State Fair Task Force folks and he said you'd put together a similar spreadsheet and might be interested in this one. I also tried to allow for different space utilization based on the distance of the spaces from the fair grounds and day of the week. Anyway, for whatever it might be worth, here's the spreadsheet. Thanks! Tom 20250330150153,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,'Georgiana May' gmay@umn.edu_171.eml Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2025 8:36 AM Subject: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 125 125 125 125 125 125 750 75 125 475 675 475 475 750 1700 475 475 750 1700 475 475 750 1700 1000 1000 2000 475 475 1000 1950 1000 475 1475 475 475 12425 564.77272727272725 550 550 550 1650 550 550 550 1650 550 550 550 1650 100 275 375 150 150 150 150 600 150 150 150 150 600 6525 296.59090909090907 Northeast Quadrant Ruggles – E Snelling to Asbury Ruggles – Asbury to Arona Ruggles – Arona to Simpson Ruggles – Simpson to Pascal Ruggles – Holton to Albert Ruggles – Albert to Sheldon Available Feet Crawford – E Snelling to Dinos Crawford – Dinos to Arona Crawford – Arona to Pascal Asbury – Roselawn to Ruggles Asbury – Ruggles to Garden Asbury – Garden to Crawford Arona – Roselawn to Ruggles Arona – Ruggles to Garden Arona – Garden to Crawford Simpson – Roselawn to Ruggles Simpson – Ruggles to Garden Simpson – Garden to Crawford Pascal – Roselawn to Garden Pascal – Garden to Larpenteur Holton – Roselawn to Ruggles Holton – Ruggles to Garden Holton – Garden to Larpenteur Albert – Roselawn to Ruggles Albert – Garden to Larpenteur Sheldon – Roselawn to Ruggles Street Total Ruggles Total Crawford Total Asbury Total Arona Total Simpson Total Pascal Total Holton Total Albert Total Sheldon Total TOTAL NORTHEAST QUADRANT Northome California - Arona to Pascal California - Pascal to Albert California - Albert to Hamline California Total Idaho - Arona to Pascal Idaho - Pascal to Albert Idaho - Albert to Hamline Idaho Total Iowa - Arona to Pascal Iowa - Pascal to Albert Iowa - Albert to Hamline Iowa Total Arona - FTS Arona - Townhomes Pascal - Larpenteur to California Pascal - California to Idaho Pascal - Idaho to Iowa Pascal - Iowa to Hoyt Albert - Larpenteur to California Albert - California to Idaho Albert - Idaho to Iowa Albert - Iowa to Hoyt TOTAL NORTHOME TOTAL AVAILABLE 22' PARKING SPOTS 20250330152841,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_172.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Great, perfect. I will do this and email by tonight. Georgiana On Sun, Mar 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2025 8:36 AM Subject: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250330170429,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_173.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Thanks. Here are the calculations. The amount we would make comes out a little higher than I showed you because Excel rounds up. I attach pdfs of the Excel sheets and the map where I show areas used to make calculations. 1/3 means 1/3 of the spots after resident use. Assumptions: - Some areas will only have ~ 1/3 of the spots available to visitors because of high use by residents. I did assume that these residents will use 2/3 of the spots all 12 days because this is what residents told me. - Other areas, I assumed 1/2 of sports available because of Rice' and my estimates and because resident using those slots, I assumed 12 days of fair. - I assumed $20 return per spot - I assumed an average of 1.5 x turn-over. This is probably high for far away NE spots - North of Garden - given that we will probably get less income there (less turnover, slower to fill up), we should leave it as $25. Council (Jim) should welcome feedback from the SFWTF. Parking Ambassadors - as a group, we only agreed to the plan with the Parking Ambassadors. If Jim wants to use volunteers, then he has to recruit and train them. I would agree that we probably don't need to monitor spots as often as Robert suggests because the turn-over is so low. Please, no cooling trailers but we will need cooling off/lunch spots in both NE and NH. Suggest business "sponsors" again, I bet Melanie will agree, and if Jim or other residents want to do it, they should check with their families first(!), but we could do both. SAFETY: Parking infractions sky-rocket and traffic accidents double. We had one hit and run last year. Many at the Public Hearing raised safety issues, and these came from people who were both for and against the parking program. * Consequently, we should preserve enough of the income that we can pay for police patrol over and above the parking ticketing. * We may want to either say no parking on both sides of north-south streets in NH, or ask residents with passes to park there such that driveways and alleys are not blocked. * There are very few slots on Arona - better to not allow parking there at all? - REQUESTS for passes from residents on Larpenteur - well, maybe but limit them to one/household because they have large driveways and garages. Same for requests from townhomes on Arona, they have parking garages under their homes. If there is no feedback allowed from the SFWTF, then we should dissolve it. Georgiana On Sun, Mar 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2025 8:36 AM Subject: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. All slots Projected Income Available for visitors Projected Income Northeast 565 $203,318 271 $97,650 Northome 297 $106,773 129 $46,432 Total 861 $310,091 400 $144,082 * Projected incomes assume $20/spot, 12 days of Fair, and 1.5x use of spots per day (turnover). Northeast Quadrant Available Feet Street Total #22ft Left after Resident* Visitor spots Ruggles – E Snelling to Asbury 125 6 0.5 3 Ruggles – Asbury to Arona 125 6 0.5 3 Ruggles – Arona to Simpson 125 6 0.5 3 Ruggles – Simpson to Pascal 125 6 0.5 3 Ruggles – Holton to Albert 125 6 0.5 3 Ruggles – Albert to Sheldon 125 6 0.5 3 Ruggles Total 750 Crawford – E Snelling to Dinos 75 3 0.5 2 Crawford – Dinos to Arona 125 6 0.5 3 Crawford – Arona to Pascal 475 22 0.5 11 Crawford Total 675 Asbury – Roselawn to Ruggles 475 22 0.5 11 Asbury – Ruggles to Garden 475 22 0.3 6 Asbury – Garden to Crawford 750 34 0.3 10 Asbury Total 1700 Arona – Roselawn to Ruggles 475 22 0.5 11 Arona – Ruggles to Garden 475 22 0.5 11 Arona – Garden to Crawford 750 34 0.5 17 Arona Total 1700 Simpson – Roselawn to Ruggles 475 22 0.5 11 Simpson – Ruggles to Garden 475 22 0.5 11 Simpson – Garden to Crawford 750 34 0.5 17 Simpson Total 1700 Pascal – Roselawn to Garden 1000 45 0.5 23 Pascal – Garden to Larpenteur 1000 45 0.5 23 Pascal Total 2000 Holton – Roselawn to Ruggles 475 22 0.5 11 Holton – Ruggles to Garden 475 22 0.5 11 Holton – Garden to Larpenteur 1000 45 0.5 23 Holton Total 1950 Albert – Roselawn to Ruggles 1,000 45 0.5 23 Albert – Garden to Larpenteur 475 22 0.5 11 Albert Total 1,475 Sheldon – Roselawn to Ruggles 475 22 0.5 11 Sheldon Total 475 TOTAL AVAILABLE 22' PARKING SPOTS 565 271 Northome Available Feet 22 ft spots Left after resident visitor spots California - Arona to Pascal 550 25 0.5 13 California - Pascal to Albert 550 25 0.5 13 California - Albert to Hamline 550 25 0.5 13 California Total 1650 75 0.5 Idaho - Arona to Pascal 550 25 0.33 8 Idaho - Pascal to Albert 550 25 0.33 8 Idaho - Albert to Hamline 550 25 0.5 13 Idaho Total 1650 75 Iowa - Arona to Pascal 550 25 0.33 8 Iowa - Pascal to Albert 550 25 0.33 8 Iowa - Albert to Hamline 550 25 0.5 13 Iowa Total 1650 75 Arona - FTS 100 5 0.5 2 Arona - Townhomes 275 13 0.5 6 Arona Total 375 17 Pascal - Larpenteur to California 150 7 0.5 3 Pascal - California to Idaho 150 7 0.5 3 Pascal - Idaho to Iowa 150 7 0.33 2 Pascal - Iowa to Hoyt 150 7 0.33 2 Pascal Total 600 27 Albert - Larpenteur to California 150 7 0.5 3 Albert - California to Idaho 150 7 0.5 3 Albert - Idaho to Iowa 150 7 0.5 3 Albert - Iowa to Hoyt 150 7 0.5 3 Albert Total 600 27 TOTAL AVAILABLE 22' PARKING SPOTS 297 129 1/3 1/3 20250330191142,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu_174.eml Georgiana, Is 1/3 estimate based on residents receiving 2 passes? Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2025 5:04 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Fw: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Thanks. Here are the calculations. The amount we would make comes out a little higher than I showed you because Excel rounds up. I attach pdfs of the Excel sheets and the map where I show areas used to make calculations. 1/3 means 1/3 of the spots after resident use. Assumptions: - Some areas will only have ~ 1/3 of the spots available to visitors because of high use by residents. I did assume that these residents will use 2/3 of the spots all 12 days because this is what residents told me. - Other areas, I assumed 1/2 of sports available because of Rice' and my estimates and because resident using those slots, I assumed 12 days of fair. - I assumed $20 return per spot - I assumed an average of 1.5 x turn-over. This is probably high for far away NE spots - North of Garden - given that we will probably get less income there (less turnover, slower to fill up), we should leave it as $25. Council (Jim) should welcome feedback from the SFWTF. Parking Ambassadors - as a group, we only agreed to the plan with the Parking Ambassadors. If Jim wants to use volunteers, then he has to recruit and train them. I would agree that we probably don't need to monitor spots as often as Robert suggests because the turn-over is so low. Please, no cooling trailers but we will need cooling off/lunch spots in both NE and NH. Suggest business "sponsors" again, I bet Melanie will agree, and if Jim or other residents want to do it, they should check with their families first(!), but we could do both. SAFETY: Parking infractions sky-rocket and traffic accidents double. We had one hit and run last year. Many at the Public Hearing raised safety issues, and these came from people who were both for and against the parking program. * Consequently, we should preserve enough of the income that we can pay for police patrol over and above the parking ticketing. * We may want to either say no parking on both sides of north-south streets in NH, or ask residents with passes to park there such that driveways and alleys are not blocked. * There are very few slots on Arona - better to not allow parking there at all? - REQUESTS for passes from residents on Larpenteur - well, maybe but limit them to one/household because they have large driveways and garages. Same for requests from townhomes on Arona, they have parking garages under their homes. If there is no feedback allowed from the SFWTF, then we should dissolve it. Georgiana On Sun, Mar 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2025 8:36 AM Subject: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250330195928,_Falcon Heights, MN_ falconheights@falconheights.org,_mail@falconheights.org_ mail@falconheights.org, _jack.linehan_175.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Contact Us Submission #: 3892471 IP Address: 107.2.102.163 Submission Date: 03/30/2025 7:59 Survey Time: 7 minutes, 42 seconds You have a new online form submission. Note: all answers displaying "*****" are marked as sensitive and must be viewed after your login. Name Jane Savage Address 1880 Simpson Street Daytime Phone 651-238-3242 Email Address savdanjane@comcast.net Message: To Jack Linehan: I would like to know why you did not survey the residents of the city before approving the ParkMobile initiative. I believe that a change of this magnitude, which puts a substantial burden on a large majority of the residents, warrants this. To rely on an infinitesimally small number of residents who have the time/energy/awareness and ability to appear at the council mtg seems wholly inadequate for a change of this importance. Will you do a survey and if not why not? Check all that apply I prefer to be contacted by email. I prefer to be contacted by phone. Thank you, Falcon Heights, MN This is an automated message generated by Granicus. Please do not reply directly to this email. 20250330200103,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_176.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, this was their estimate based on what they do already. That is 1/3 of street is not taken and open to visitors. OMG - will forward another an email about faculty action on Monday . I’m going. Georgiana On Sun, Mar 30, 2025 at 7:11 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Georgiana, Is 1/3 estimate based on residents receiving 2 passes? Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2025 5:04 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Fw: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Thanks. Here are the calculations. The amount we would make comes out a little higher than I showed you because Excel rounds up. I attach pdfs of the Excel sheets and the map where I show areas used to make calculations. 1/3 means 1/3 of the spots after resident use. Assumptions: - Some areas will only have ~ 1/3 of the spots available to visitors because of high use by residents. I did assume that these residents will use 2/3 of the spots all 12 days because this is what residents told me. - Other areas, I assumed 1/2 of sports available because of Rice' and my estimates and because resident using those slots, I assumed 12 days of fair. - I assumed $20 return per spot - I assumed an average of 1.5 x turn-over. This is probably high for far away NE spots - North of Garden - given that we will probably get less income there (less turnover, slower to fill up), we should leave it as $25. Council (Jim) should welcome feedback from the SFWTF. Parking Ambassadors - as a group, we only agreed to the plan with the Parking Ambassadors. If Jim wants to use volunteers, then he has to recruit and train them. I would agree that we probably don't need to monitor spots as often as Robert suggests because the turn-over is so low. Please, no cooling trailers but we will need cooling off/lunch spots in both NE and NH. Suggest business "sponsors" again, I bet Melanie will agree, and if Jim or other residents want to do it, they should check with their families first(!), but we could do both. SAFETY: Parking infractions sky-rocket and traffic accidents double. We had one hit and run last year. Many at the Public Hearing raised safety issues, and these came from people who were both for and against the parking program. * Consequently, we should preserve enough of the income that we can pay for police patrol over and above the parking ticketing. * We may want to either say no parking on both sides of north-south streets in NH, or ask residents with passes to park there such that driveways and alleys are not blocked. * There are very few slots on Arona - better to not allow parking there at all? - REQUESTS for passes from residents on Larpenteur - well, maybe but limit them to one/household because they have large driveways and garages. Same for requests from townhomes on Arona, they have parking garages under their homes. If there is no feedback allowed from the SFWTF, then we should dissolve it. Georgiana On Sun, Mar 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Monday, March 17, 2025 8:36 AM Subject: State Fair Legislative Updates & Parking Availiability Data State Fair Task Force Members, A few items we wanted to bring to your attention: * Attached are the counts for how much parking we have in the neighborhoods where ParkMobile would be deployed. This was handed out at the special workshop, but a copy you can peruse, as well. * Here are a few bills / legislative items we are tracking: * The State Fair has a bill in the Senate (SF 1712<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1712&y=2025&ssn=0> and House (HF1681<https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?f=HF1681&y=2025& ssn=0&b=house>) that would increase their bonding authority, which we'd have no objection to, and it would exempt the Fair from collecting and remitting sales tax on all admissions/parking. This would be a big blow to the governmental resources needed to support the Fair. It doesn't sound like it will move much this year, but good to watch. Here is video<https://www.youtube.com/live/Y- CVpuBQ4dY?si=d535H4uuTQ-Z8QrY&t=6423> from the committee hearing, where Falcon Heights was brought up by a number of Senators to ensure we are thought of in any action, thanks to efforts from Sen Oumou Verbeten. * Our D66 legislators have a few bills they are hoping to submit this week. They generally include (commentary from Sen. Clare): * sc3062-1: this is the tax bill that would create a specific aid program in 477A to the City of Falcon Heights. It just directs the department of revenue to reimburse the city for the costs you incur as a result of major events on the fairgrounds. As a reminder, I didn't pursue an LGA route because it would mess with the formula and potentially provide less aid to other cities. I did just ask Counsel if we need to add any language to make sure this amount increases with inflation. * sc3077 option for #2: this is the Ag bill that expands the statute on special peace officers to require the fair to contract for service on and directly adjacent to the fair. This should in theory require them to reimburse you for public safety costs around the perimeter. * SC3078-1 - public safety account update: this is the Ag bill that would require the fair to add a 30 cent fee onto all tickets. Assuming 2 million in ticket says, this would raise $600k or just enough to pay the City of Falcon Heights and the City of Saint Paul. Important note here, I had to increase the fee to 30 cents in order to raise enough to pay both cities. If I'm going to put this in statute, it's important to me to include Saint Paul. We'll talk more on Wednesday. Jack Linehan <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250331102243,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_savdanjane@comcast.net_ savdanjane@comcast.net, FH Mail mail@falconhei_177.eml Hi Jane, Thank you for reaching out with your questions on e-meter parking and surveying. The City has conducted an annual survey the past three years following the MN State Fair. The 2024 survey did not include e-meter questions as it wasn't an option at that time, but the results of the survey are what directed the State Fair Task Force to explore ways to improve traffic management, parking solutions and revenue for the costs the community incurs, as those items remained the top concerns surrounding the Fair. The results of the survey are available in the Task Force's October meeting packet here<https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddo cument/5418/638726292607130000>. We are hearing requests from residents that there needs to be more public engagement on the topic, so we will share these requests with the City Council and State Fair Task Force to see what type of data they'd like to gather to make next step decisions. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Falcon Heights, MN <falconheights@falconheights.org> Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2025 7:59 PM To: FH Mail <mail@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: *NEW SUBMISSION* Contact Us Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Contact Us Submission #: 3892471 IP Address: 107.2.102.163 Submission Date: 03/30/2025 7:59 Survey Time: 7 minutes, 42 seconds You have a new online form submission. Note: all answers displaying "*****" are marked as sensitive and must be viewed after your login. Name Jane Savage Address 1880 Simpson Street Daytime Phone 651-238-3242 Email Address savdanjane@comcast.net Message: To Jack Linehan: I would like to know why you did not survey the residents of the city before approving the ParkMobile initiative. I believe that a change of this magnitude, which puts a substantial burden on a large majority of the residents, warrants this. To rely on an infinitesimally small number of residents who have the time/energy/awareness and ability to appear at the council mtg seems wholly inadequate for a change of this importance. Will you do a survey and if not why not? Check all that apply I prefer to be contacted by email. I prefer to be contacted by phone. Thank you, Falcon Heights, MN ________________________________ This is an automated message generated by Granicus. Please do not reply directly to this email. 20250331112350,League of Minnesota Cities newsroundup@lmc.org,elke.vanderwerff@falconheights.org_178.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/fe-images/CM-cobranded-logo.png] You're always on it with Critical Mention. LMC City News Roundup for 3-31-25 From League of Minnesota Cities (newsroundup@lmc.org) View Full Report<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPorQFvo2nn3dr4pIQRJVcHF68DBOwXIPrZ-2BfbALoA6t1Wtv2LttbUsOvtJsdkB4XlNk-2BFKXgSdDC1MzG-2FKUZuE6rWaMmNobQmbfrom e1Hk5Y31Vu_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE 5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYcCW6UMf-2FcI3zktx-2B8gfrU9ECrml-2FQImF9dsk3cFCfG7tbtv xX5wRviYHof8swNW2S5zE3Q9VraekhnvJH8i8Vy5WBJYM7CsJuHExZ3Q1bfwUdhAAg-2F3RIlKsDE2sWw0U4rGbOpBBnXnUinzRk08cWSPTTOEisW5JoLSr92BV3KI-3D> LMC City News Roundup for 3-31-25 Total Number of Clips 72 1 Popular Mexican Food Truck Moves – Felt They Were “Not Welcome”<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu5ZCwovIsI0laiDzHIdDYG5qUjjZwxkNdK AMlZu5-2FnKp74HkQkOxnXiSTnhxQsLMxlYUS00GiWBw8kBGAsizcVZQnO_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35 F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYl20vu ThUFH-2BBbjrFZjNtrSShK8wJTByIbLVerEYNS9xPZmJDtY7UgwYeX9OcAboHDk9hYFd3OYgBGyG9HAxbHLgVlh58f1f-2Bl-2FS9Bpl5Lf1jNqXK-2FPT5mC4159ars5DE9a-2BaPOC8HnGLpkKu7ekzyUrCKBTGXBo0lSJtONZJphE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 10:26 AM CDT Category Digital News Source AM 1240 WJON<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqGS3D3vBPix-2F50iIcUrmb4-3D5vRv_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY 6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3 glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYZ11gf7-2BlRC8bk5jARB6L-2FE7gvkyqjQvyj83CK7R-2FHh3tbbA2BpdUh0rRs8QZFDxZosKzjJDGgUFgph4LzQ99mcDlRF5ptDAtkJErby1zdlSvjz84XQbk-2Fo2oSqVrF-2 ByAGyheLMQsAxnQR-2F14C-2FyPAtstEb7FMLg0TdeC79lZm8A-3D> Author Laura Bradshaw Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English ... a small town near there, but I have never been there. Now, I think a lot of people will be seeking it out. If you look at the comments on this post, you will see that it seems that the residents of Andover loved the food from this food truck, and wanted them to stay, but perhaps it was more of the City Council, and/or the people who approve the permits. Although, it also looks like NowThen is definitely happy to be getting La Troquita Del Sur food truck in their town. Lots of excited people planning to go there for lunch. It's just a shame that the people who loved the food truck in Andover (and that ... 2 Looking back on the 2025 Plymouth State of the City<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5hAflaLBwb1auyODprUpghQBHoZJJ18WCcrLHhMjXtE-2 BS-2F5nCtlUCc0f7Hi0wKh7jyrymPf16oRAPCsN9flEw5OEs_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYN MaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYW4-2F2UVesiL3lC wCDdf1opyGwyrBlKWtqsKQPjO3wO1F8jRrrhD3KfV88wyMtHSH71L49WuAP0C2E1YMNRrzBLkKjC6c5dw5-2F9kfsZDKyIH7i7F5g3-2Bwxwre65m5YbJX-2BUhQkKCnuXWcWLNPNOS5gjKgobVheVss7UexHlRNOYtc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d85d530d-eb2b-4e76-a287-e2f8db23d6de_1743438165465415.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:36 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CDwxZ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYCvVDNuaklzYmiKgV5fzdX1JQ8rVXGTiNzQxCX36bRtk08SB0Bz34FynAHvEeQEiJ0yWZZ5QZ4bFxvny2XeeXvBPY5d0vsVEGh0p-2BynVKnlEEax zGZc02DTHMxNT3-2FWbqGFcuTY9vzkMQUdxFhCbWfo3X1HEFy0U7E9jRJuCICgA-3D> Author Natalie Cierzan Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Plymouth Mayor Jeff Wosje had some good news to kick off the 2025 State of the City on March 22: "I'm once again proud to report that the state of the city of Plymouth is strong." The news was met with applause from the audience gathered in chairs at the Discover Plymouth event in the Plymouth Community Center ... 3 2 billboards at issue on property in Rogers<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvRaQYChoWww8u-2FSsTUbJhrWp-2FMrIu7yxaXeAf78DCIZV5BFRVd cjb16XA61vIl7zOQsxy-2B-2BKK98JgOY2aOQS-2FpdYgp_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMa ROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYnwzqwL05X7gu57pBX cVifjmjLaFzHCawmx9QC3bZUzWlLsQ5v-2BZ-2BZ0lTSVA1-2F0JO-2FJsvXWfIjRs9qhOadiambogs1oiGGlmuPR3oLYf0KSCKy4V-2FaCY0pVSfTt3UQ01X8gmK-2FoWpwFAevcJLsKc-2FWcX3cduSf-2Fiwc-2BjdEh7udsA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0e902ea3-dcf9-4f24-b313-fc80b49f1ba4_1743438165465486.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:21 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CFZAb_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYZ3fs7mchQPveMnsS8WPsOt-2FO6bmChlyIVWDycoJI4vIOvsjc2iaR4G29x3Y37lY3Mq2oMc7UfvQULuisgsdqsoIHxNHhy3yGJecapG-2FTgQQg iQ1bYzXgfZlhwP98EpVE5eWA3pW0qXH87Sj7ROM4mcKFu2yjz-2BFrhHXcuGptDAU-3D> Author Sue Webber Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Rogers City Council on March 25 considered and discussed but took no action on a request by the Rouillard family to extend the duration of billboards on city-owned property. In March 1996, the city entered into a purchase agreement and agreement for gift and donation of real property with Gordon Rouillard for the ... 4 Chatfield to Update Comprehensive Plan<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvmhkbxNa-2FRhO2TTfAWpKk5AT3hd2eSuw1IEq0XjI0mKkmaBWvvrCIuT0y zUxDYc-2FjIkKrVSgRB-2F7tLWEWnM4gemewL_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDz Selbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYoVv3G3hVzGHYEG4Nryiml443rK IoDGiFS86kCyoF3MvajmSh-2FFFYIQ7XWoF7uaw1GL5LNxiX8gL8DjMJ27V-2FGlAc7c9H9lVeH-2B12rRGlnFIZRUvW2FAqAKK7BycO6yqp-2F8fyBbpjaFDZGKdfu-2FvlzYYcbe-2FLg2ujjsMsq38etAk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:55 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELj9UT4_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9 RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00R asOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYKPxFwqHs-2BGkCXF7RfKBU6mhQtU-2BkC3MIjKp1DPPJ9JEB-2F3-2FhLxpy3ddUnqvtXC1a5jOtVS8ezGTkYscc7aikmGeA-2FcRC-2F7 CtKxJ0wFN1E4OZbrJHpqW22ooQqoGsDtcsp5PQ5Jyq2g7U4Iz9CogfoUK0ge2kShnX4J7KOG5-2BiXU-3D> Author Karen Reisner Market Preston, MN Language English ... total of $1,364 will be contributed from the Chill Fest book sale and a memorial. A donation in the amount of $50 was accepted for the fire department. The purchase of flower baskets and hangers was approved at a cost of $4,000. Approval was granted to apply for Grant Navigation Support from the League of Minnesota Cities. The grant is up to $5,000 to be used in a process to identify matching funds to city projects and to aid in the grant application process. The citywide rummage sale is scheduled for Saturday, May 3. Spring residential cleanup is scheduled for Monday, May 5. 5 Mystery, Fear Surround ICE Detention Of U Of MN Grad Student<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttNwweonapO401SIzoPKI6xGCfuPTNvtQ3dBqV zIB8K0OmItmdUH-2FDtGuabuhXDM2gPpzqBgFSLlRH-2FNBFMbLP2-Aw__6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F 4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYW3w4lr -2FhHyVn9fkEzcoKGmCRbyFtsPppXe0FurAxSlOEVMCbj9QQJMGfR3XQIodyzkI8BG0fO9s9ooX6GZDKhEGfpIyFAYwzsJy6wPStHzTjWNg-2FU4IYVo30rcjlYqdtPFd8oNrJFzRUoC6-2BDksg-2B5WFkkiEVg4UMHUALolH26A-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/04d0167c-b059-48c5-b55f-6ddd149d6142_1743438165465532.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Patch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPi3pC-2FYGfprlNHo6C8GC3BoyLDlir-2FJf9cjGscG6vFzct6Yx_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYaPVRR6aABC95A3PGYadXuUkdhNTy7V6MkugXZJlH13EhIQSxg4rzR0NNlfd34jXS2UeLIFORzgNfXta-2Fl6-2B9b4nub0yRd-2BgZTigPo1OR5f OKaNkfATLX-2BJfqzjvLX5L23LxbeDOQeoY3xVwRpa6-2FOulj8XaoXVSMXC2aKRWxFCA-3D> Author William Bornhoft Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... ." Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said he is in touch with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. "The University of Minnesota is an international destination for education and research," Walz wrote on X. "We have any number of students studying here with visas, and we need answers." Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called the case "deeply troubling." "Educational environments must be places where all students can focus on learning and growing without fear," he said on social media. 6 Blaine approves contract for Water Tower No 2 improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttOSunT353cUKD5hKjCrxYjf-2Fa33kjeKHMAsZR c33ansiOHbaaJa6nzxYOEclftl9Ks5yiqFh0pxg3fNcWTfZQZNI6o_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlk sxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYm6IcSBYCOR YxjqBL17iISlIDUcI9y1ZJ0wiTOY4m9VD0m9-2BA7BFWXkwQjPwEZKHT3EUcMopWAYoMkKW9U3nrWvdJ1-2BwAo0ktdJ-2B81jyVAeLQtXuiCAZyy4vLGMQecDgLd0aGHMZtKvcoE1EZZqPoiLOZcAzx1bGdjy1ohOhDC6o-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/f26fab73-0400-45ab-a9c6-e271030cdc3f_1743438165465570.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:25 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CIF0G_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYO1MBva-2FbAc5rHnfxi68QH9rDIyPsBp2WEO2f5Lj7U6fqK-2FnT8GFRkApSfvT6NqDePtgIYze0i3zxBgarF18ICgsCrigG-2BMiNYMLaNuBOyI SYpBn6-2B9mrUNMG63UOUe1sNyuhuS4OD9pCthTAc1V4v0mV3rfs9s6hVIG9-2FcAH92w-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English At the March 17 meeting, the Blaine City Council unanimously approved a bid from JR Stelzer for reconditioning improvements to Water Tower No 2, at a cost of just more than $1.1 million excluding contingency. Public Works Director Nick Fleischhacker said that engineering staff received bids on March 11, and that the tower was in need of re- ... 7 Reckless cyclists be warned: Edina looks to get a handle on dangerous e-bike usage<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts9arefvwaxibazx QAKopBjgwsAKpC9jFmRijM4Jl-2FIKMomqOYvoEkLh8zEGg2UdplCAlvoOdw803nbaTurkDJt0Ob2_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAm Rbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32 vbGS3PHR41YteYbMLfEhc1VvV-2BSAtpvFAeuJr6vlmgOo4sGVmVxA-2FuDc6NPGuqiD3Vss3zO4Tp823SUpo4w8yJktBeEwKZ-2B-2B17kTu3vR4B2BGe-2B3A0U2zyb1NYAPy0clSMdzy8pbvm7SqeyplSXZZbRRvp3c2OGTecOL8KIkpU8puDMwPT4Y5RRkw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/20b08f81-0ff7-4eb8-a40b-a895f89340be_1743438165465614.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:11 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Sun Current - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErfC7bjEa3uwWvKESA7TOucWwmXJ7dgBQ048KBfsd-2B-2BAQ-3D-3DjSzS _6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6 mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYbLn7pfkb2WwptyPIdcak3ISNZPledS0aysh7CGrVYHh4GETvXPnwBFXpF4YC4Wc 3JOifaRhJZne7iJ3ON4Ia8mpblNnNDwJ97ToPfBnZzladi-2B34z6XqAU6FRXqyWRZYu4-2Fqj3jJc-2FyT7TlJD27kTvg3YTtl9kTa6xjUBdwt9GI-3D> Author Alex Kautzman Market Eden Prairie, MN Language English After receiving concerns from residents, the Edina City Council will consider updating its e-bike regulation ordinance to address reckless riding. Engineering Director Chad Millner and Edina Police Lt. Dave Venne offered an ordinance amendment during a March 18 meeting. The changes include a requirement that all e-bike riders obey state law; and a rule that ... 8 Businesses forced to vacate Alliance Bank Building by Monday<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsXjsg6ss4XLmyosF84ztxMZjXav2qfUWQgixJ cUxEM8jfPOpVSJxnjhb-2FnqYtU-2BDJck50mu5FR43Q7hFck0tITpyQ5_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F 4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYRITA17 UwbELZfWhYft5kFmslJEglPHKyjFUYj42ZEcgIF5CjwDBsLbk272K7CsllIPug5rX96Ulodp35868IWgpZ09cAZafh0xzMtNjU1CPLmQf-2Fwy4TaNE-2BuPIuXiQKQkSU2IsdFJ83e5yja1-2BZSoV-2Bla2-2BlfoMwgjJQKTFKEY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/15745877-56bd-41d1-8c42-89782f7309c3_1743438165465643.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:00 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DqMu5_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O 00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QV LROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYaMf2f-2BixwUUvtBBGSZfT-2BER37IvBRLGnXJ7dsqQ6xciMp41Bgh7WlxP3dUjQEf3d-2BD-2FVcTI-2BTDemV-2F7Xq5mfW5idBPmPGKcon-2FaXZhbIuSanBBbuTfsNkb1OOBGWZa1pHgN Eif9g4cOVmBlo6Z1kTCy3F5j7OvAOeV-2BoBjJQiJw-3D> Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... financial hardships due to the deteriorating condition of downtown St. Paul." Madison Equities told tenants to pack up and move out because utilities would be shut off. Tenants have told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS it's been an emotional rollercoaster, and they're frustrated with a lack of accountability. Mayor Melvin Carter called the situation "frustrating and unreasonable," and the city negotiated with utility companies to keep the lights on until the end of March. RELATED: St. Paul mayor stepping in to help tenants at Alliance Bank Center after being told to vacate Last year, ... living conditions were reported inside. That resulted in the building being transferred to temporary ownership. Lowy residents were eventually displaced after months of failed safety inspections led to the building being condemned. RELATED: 'Rodents, insects and feces' just some of what St. Paul mayor found in downtown apartment building I 'Some of the most disgusting conditions I've ever seen': St. Payl mayor condemns owner of Lowry Apartments I Judge orders management responsibilities to be temporarily removed from owner of Lowry Apartment building I Lowry Apartments in St. ... city workers to return to the office. Gov. Tim Walz announced just last week that state workers must work in person at least half the month starting June 1. Starting Tuesday, St. Paul city workers will also have to work at least three days each week at the office after an order made last year by Mayor Carter. RELATED: Workers to return to downtown St. Paul under new state policy I Government workers push back on Walz's return-to-office mandate I Gov. Walz: State employees required to work in-person for at least half of scheduled workdays Madison Equities hasn't responded to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS' ... 9 Contract with new trash hauler to begin Tuesday in St. Paul; Mayor Carter advocates for garbage truck dispatch center<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLB cgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttd9ckmkibxBr7DfDJUCjG1i7PnQMw8UhBlBJLhshfRoEIvA4G2cDNSN5hnQtIqne58TEDukTIPyE-2FT2rSZCPGHavXp_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipE QgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4 TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYULrNOzVuW7NK-2F09-2BfcL8n0cQdP1hh4na3hoI7miwztT3qXkH1kvDls57NRzJa3CAj6cXbF-2Bu3D6NFUlRMfxjPueVcDeUPQcvT3Wm-2Bb8tn8HEEV-2Fssh0trJMiDiP46EyX0DC7P2XlcXPN nHVyH3e0cgNngj-2BUB8OKuTHg50ZxZK4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a23a2c59-f105-46f8-a5e9-93ee16832b81_1743438165465726.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:00 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DcpKq_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O 00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QV LROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYqAGMsaQLVblaBu7F0bwVFClZ-2FjvsWV7-2F5hPcYfWcjlupbiD93j2HGK1p5O9L-2FMaUucNoJR6THosqdf7lnAaZdIGsr9gzVGNk0wiMhMcxLQH-2BuVqgDBNZaNKvkScE1UnXgbQG6S7RZ lNhv45779R1n7GLEaGZ2btay-2FOV46njvrs-3D> Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... 's contracts with five different waste haulers expire Monday — but a contract with a new contractor, FCC Environmental, will begin Tuesday. City officials decided last year that garbage collection should be done by one company after years of disputes. Mayor Melvin Carter pointed fingers at the City Council, saying they "plunged the city into crisis" after they voted no on a garbage truck dispatch center earlier this month. The facility would be a place for trucks to fuel up, get washed and park overnight. City Council members say their "no" vote stemmed from neighbor concerns for ... both the environment and pedestrian safety. Council President Rebecca Noeker has stated despite the "no" vote, FCC Environmental will still begin picking up trash throughout the city beginning on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Carter is urging City Council to reconsider its vote on the garbage truck dispatch center, writing in a letter that it isn't clear how the new trash company can serve the city. He even went as far as to say he isn't ruling out declaring a state of emergency. 10 Waconia eyes largest project in city history<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt6YIjk1VJ3O1mCr4B6SnQlfI1jSu12vhiMXz99Nh6DL0iZYDz4Bx 1t-2BSheWcnvi5s8rnPBs5MCJ5hiKMk-2BjkS-2Bg1QH_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaRO Vb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY2o1NGI2-2BUiP01Xxq0 MgenZOHRhLvMC1MX09Ku-2Fa4fy1WmFLw5iZnBSe9lKe8PZSHSorZDUy7wVfXDui0JsaLSWlMhkDa6JFUS607XKeQS88YwJy9zQSP7oZ7TMyY7GqR9Ngt7X0UMlPYh0z2vsCXqp-2FB-2B2bqQNgLGKmxAU3jSsM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/181e8a42-3363-461e-b9dc-2086842d3f76_1743438165465771.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:58 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CWwzy_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYGd30cawtQRc8h4MtfcFzQ00hzOkHO2-2BStSc-2BIsNDajrwm8RaJ8ZX-2Bv44rV2t3Z4T6e83tAuAfKIGOqa-2FOdoww-2BI-2BofApvXFuQ4aL JEDNH78CyyILN5T0GBaUcAxSSa0vCOPM6MfdGm9ooy5LJIErWfXE9N5-2B-2BC8uD-2FS5h5XjrYE-3D> Author Al Lohman Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Proposed construction of new water treatment plant carries $23.7M price tag If Waconia proceeds with the construction of a new water treatment plant, it would be the biggest project in city history at an estimated $23.7 million. At its meeting March 17, the city council authorized seeking a request for professional services to administer design and construction of the new facility. The action follows a water supply study and subsequent discussions about expanding the city's water system to accommodate future growth. While city leaders indicated no decision has ... 11 Caledonia Interviews Engineering Firms, Hires Parks & Recreation Manager<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvxGY-2BqGSEdBOHa5ecqpC4e L-2Fkg31j5Og-2FEP7Z9A9WsJQQ8VIfGfWXtjMpeFc8gUbvDZMdHZokE0v1GmaTak7D-2B-SYz_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr -2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbG S3PHR41YteYPZWhvZ4Ut2ybfd2yPYh8-2FGbfo2uP0PDuNUIZ9A9Mva4Z66OyAXc2-2FF8hTGpvsoy7-2F8cGB8gG5SkhbIdFEB9EHbFpnBSGQGjFrXhvkTW19ziRwBrj4febSU2f8Bo86cqF-2BcKUnHc6sI6uKqr-2Ftb-2FAD4f8lEtjTNE5z5fDHRTRAH0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELjBnH5_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9 RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00R asOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYrazD3ES8JvYkiv7x-2BdYdJ2n46FZPjM7rHQi6Gqdc3iC5HTIuxU8Zuutdru8464Qg1HkB3vSdOKc91MTMK7KZf89R8xN8Wrv-2FsAKnkk QEpZA4Wxrzp0ne-2B5AN7snryUxu-2BzNXsfB8ZuZh4FsVhV054TIVrvFRxMqAicOOzt2xoBU-3D> Author Charlene Corson Selbee Market Preston, MN Language English ... during the council's regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025. Brownsville resident Aleigha Burg with SEH out of La Crosse, WI, was the first interviewee. From left to right, Public Works/Zoning Director Casey Klug, City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson, Bob Klug, Amanda Ninneman, Mayor Jeremy Leis, David Fitzpatrick, and John Rauk. Photo by Charlene Corson Selbee Caledonia City council members interviewed three engineering firms – WHKS, SEH, and Davy Engineering – at the council's March 24 meeting to serve as the town's civil engineer. The city's current civil engineering firm ... , Bolton & Menk, was unable to attend the meeting and will be interviewed at a later date. After introducing themselves and their organizations, Mayor Jeremy Leis asked each firm the following questions: 1. What sets you apart from other firms as the best choice for the city of Caledonia? 2. Costeffectiveness is the primary reason for this search. How does your firm prioritize cost-effectiveness for municipalities? 3. How does your firm advocate ... committee. More than 20vendors have been secured and will set up on South Kingston Street during Founder's Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m, on Saturday, June 14. Dickson explained that he traditionally presents the request to close the streets for Founder's Day to the council for approval in April. Mayor Leis expressed his appreciation for efforts to enhance the event. Public Works/Zoning Director Casey Klug reported that his departments are engaged in spring cleanup, street sweeping, cutting and trimming trees, and addressing the March 19 snowfall. City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson ... 12 Rushford Approves Police Cameras<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvwRuqmxzI1dUczKEqgcx4cId1m4u9UEMf5HYetlVBPajgzqgCPk6LgeRedQxHT46 ouT-2FobhxHyYaCTZZYfgLbb6_-I_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdc fza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYcetcyqwJV6-2BOuQ6qhP5jSo7OqkD-2BwcF ebDbSxtg5cW9T1dbS1uQgg-2BGGdjOJZ3BcYGBT6DJBf5PXHufe2EqwyvsJtfpvsANkUVRb4sgghYqRBv-2Fyiz4dPq4VYon3ylxXp8Ikjn9MZemOJ-2Ff0tFZmMP-2FUuNUmwXE-2F06JXG-2Fjqdfk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/84428f88-b473-4b0f-9b72-d5baaa4b6665_1743438165465805.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELjVk_F_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9 RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00R asOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYUcwvv3jtyhyQIrnokx-2FPSHcy9nBgMR9i59e-2BiPrqjgvgofLhkaarIz8Oq6MZdfvLI6TP5PN-2BNhvYrN8PFKX7rOeIJIz4UF2HrMJy BarUiPLcQv3VpOjBQPO2cZgmcKOltSwAZcmMXxK4KzCUdM5mZnvmBj5K-2B5UBJ7kB4f9ELNs-3D> Author Kirsten Zoellner Market Preston, MN Language English Rushford Police Chief Adam Eide, center, discusses body worn cameras at the March 24 council meeting. Also, pictured, form left, are City Administrator Tony Chladek and Councilors Jim O'Donnell and Sally Ryman. Photo Kirsten Zoellner The Rushford Council listens to updates at the March 24 meeting. Pictured, clockwise from left, are Councilor Sally Ryman, Mayor Terri Benson, and City Clerk Kathy Zacher. Photo Kirsten Zoellner After careful ... 13 Mankato unveils proposed vehicle noise ordinance<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsYxiYyO-2F9UOzTXny3LZHOofxUeThALlqXbiQCkbm1zFVqe VM67YUhzvIyMASMOstMGq4i8FBXZQwxkmWeMatqibxOh_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaRO Vb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYHnXxtSZ-2FBeJl1VmfQ zZONixwnnve9PoS-2FiAQoCxV0ZmrBRlIpg70-2F5aR0cK6fgp0mZsSVxxBpqA4un4izn8-2BRUWl6mZoZlPW7a2MjokNXksqRQZF1HtpqIQhXJlSWPYZRORP-2F-2B3LDFHm4xWceHVoa2Od3nFUyhBCuCIXqE9PrFQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/47b81d1b-e3bd-4942-b1a8-717fc30edafb_1743438165465877.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:32 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAQG7U_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasO ti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY9xF0fFSw2fhcekU5bSYe8gHtTJBkQX3nAmB51Hb-2BpmTRtYyvDnhgjxeLnRO-2FZdXVpNKVcWLqOPrGKrtUWrhk-2FTIvAqL-2BPTUfCvDSB JAwK3QYvifKuX5oniVn5jxeWNKGgwOjj0D2AyovU-2FzZumYkBPrq4YaSQvOxoDGRdGlEzHA-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English MANKATO — A new ordinance banning excessive vehicle noise could be approved by the Mankato City Council in less than a month despite skepticism among city leaders that the rules will be enforceable. The issue has been debated on and off for about two years, first arising when residents in new subdivisions along Highway 22 complained about truck noise — particularly semis using engine-retarding ... exhaust from any motor vehicle except through a muffler that effectively prevents abnormal or excessive noise and complies with all applicable state laws and regulations." The ordinance also states that "Vehicle Noise Laws Enforced" signs "may be installed at locations deemed appropriate by the City Council." But the ordinance doesn't require signs and states that its provisions would be in full force even if no signs are erected. (0 Ratings) 14 Deal with Sanimax could bring better smelling days to South St. Paul<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu71E8pMBEVtT919HR-2BXjZQ1hoi D-2Fr5EqXfhY2beopt-2Bt-2BexXbVk5rnFIbC-2BDtnpSN9s7Z79pkpDD7x8VrQSBHcJfbr_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2 Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3 PHR41YteY5mHnIyIWj2B7BBsdFQmXtQCQEq1ASqW1zNagsOsIxmxZ5Cy0UKBZkzYoZf4ZdgODAGY3WKOPc-2BccdF9VvXEsZ0g8wZBvagIhqN-2FVjHcEZjy0x-2FHUZ-2BBNOq2v78mk8T7SzRiM8HvMBuZHAKe7Ruc7-2BS3mR9Fe2vloA89bG3jRK00-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0103ea7c-d320-4d82-885d-6fcc2322dde6_1743438165465930.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:02 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FonlL_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo- 2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw 00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYnQseU5-2FmqDiJ7AfjeeBv5-2F4w-2BxO3Wf6Eulc-2FbxmxGhoX3NObW02tulQzlrDLzqpaq36mdKkU6ToWDXxa0BY507AqF4OXOnt dTMoaXM1Uuv5z0FOEK3TfKyq72cYhdrGpZPQl5-2BBTAU1q6tccWt-2FY2FlKt40JZubT-2BsP7MNS10a4-3D> Author Eva Herscowitz Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... years-long legal battle with Sanimax over its challenges to the city's odor ordinance and zoning code. Leaders hope it represents an enduring solution to a nose-wrinkling problem that has dogged the city for years. "I'm confident [the company's] intent is for the future and for fixing the issue," Mayor Jimmy Francis said. "I know it's been ours this entire time." A Sanimax spokesman, echoing the mayor's message in a statement, pointed to the company's ongoing efforts to reduce the plant's impact on residents. The settlement, the statement continues, "is another positive step ... 15 Session crossroads: Deadlines loom, budget decisions near, sports stadium requests simmer<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLYWpqU XJUpTskqyAx0WTUTB-2FnM6-2BVl3nhctdFWbPj4VZdXQNoX-2FN-2BtaHVDRe0vD82LGm1k50XU436y6Rvw3ZEyRtB_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshp VrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825ba JUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYCQoFiR5MUq4N5cZ9Ea9xxNhPjxjGq6YiL-2BJR5-2F7qpTQNvfmilSPMIhOTCkRHEgm-2FwyVPJg48T8OZIBl8mfwSJyoDcA8HRY0SaalOQmhAHsl2jUN7eRjPY5niDV-2FX9cI4U16U8YtbDI7VWM7-2Bl9Co2Fn-2F0pOd06- 2FwwXGoY70P-2FJ8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c4b8fdd9-9e20-49b3-8f48-14ea3e8981f0_1743438165465980.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3Dnt5r_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqf eL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzi b18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYRLkpYnn93KFF7hnVKgKsp4LzOU6v9W8h-2FCdyWUDARlE-2FLlVnG0m5kWxycpf20InKT5yWncaqRBMpqOrJcS99zod7cP1OaeFAEX2v-2B1zoC8ig4oQc05AmmuH P54LI4jATVFLIMyWq51dchZATk5tlGojySxvaWtSQukeNx-2B8AN2Q-3D> Author Peter Cox Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... going to argue that that's a pretty good investment," said St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, talking about a $769 million project that would revamp the Xcel Energy Center, the Roy Wilkins Auditorium and the RiverCentre. Flanked by supporters at a news conference, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter urges the city council to pass his budget compromise proposal on Dec. 11, 2024. Matt Sepic | MPR News St. Paul and the Minnesota Wild are asking for around $395 million from the state to fund the renovations "It's a large number until you compare it to the number and problem we'd be trying to figure out together if we ... 16 Former Area Mayor to Chair Minnesota DFL<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvdw8WBEyN-2BEkTcdn9tzGLJXendJUxCbVw2C6saMIDAV-2Bg3ucYlYb Mpe0BcIozViJqfzVARPC0ArFCPu65MuqGkCsus_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VD zSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYmLUjTbZ7-2F-2BTlg2dopoNwV WALHEEFWVtGmQuTzIqCOMB1eeeJFsgrwZ5JOeSQ5X4x12Pr-2Fni7AnJE33VAEZVTWMQesRco-2BG6p3qqaFMp2ZYUg4RmT8bdEa6weelnVReCP6r6f74I3Iv2NJDAlOiusA64iwXlHDG6hsnszGES8XC8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9f20bfbe-92cf-4bf6-bc58-21542498d035_1743438165466009.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KNSI<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPumesAAuRj0LoXwA7-2BTIAEQ-3DChHq_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh 0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7 QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYLBuI5Yb50ACMDrAgTJaLxxsVzQjgVJBb8BZ3ioHnpf3t7mYfBSJhVtS0UriBPzdiLN0n5ELfqvXm7BVPRbW6-2FpbmaHEn67-2BUrQDY44JJiA6iKrTY63xt6Vj6mxr0TCjBjCKgax5-2FL xZeyQIjXTD8DWGqtl8Q0ucNyIa4mWHvvHc-3D> Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English _ 17 New ordinance to require cannabis, hemp businesses to register with the city<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsbCeMg0Il-2FVJ-2F9-2 ByiZgzrKGRlRty2PBf-2Fp6UV5Pp79Dm3rwZyFRvNMWwAAVokhCZK860IDWevs0nVQvAmWsQ-2FfqUWN_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmb eAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPe T32vbGS3PHR41YteY5ji0S0PQAl0NHktS30OKy-2FC946kdZ1q-2BDWWXyF6M5QWz4BJKk-2FqE6x-2FitY0Hrx70C8NWSixz0ojKSBQxj-2BIHJ3Snta2cEZTwoybkPoO20vJXQAQ-2FHGwWSkjzvPOis2LFw457YO5HEANt-2FynyHZfaSRy5ODtQxvK1dOxtIi-2 BCyV8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/2693a6dc-fad9-4cd9-b368-81d7aa7f18b2_1743438165466033.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:41 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3DCow9_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2Bamza Y6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew 3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYzUofrkj7gWE8Y-2BXWU9-2Bxks1nPz1spFNqW4nsCpS6yl2m-2BPOGiA2F0eU4AkGDUksCKRUIh3O-2FUgZWBnUqkrgtjrinYB1tcHTk3Cm0Ag2CfRbgcO8O8eTD9epUghS0CF SRD2E4y2ovul-2BLwYWkMSDg3xmT4HSx6jLKJUh39K0F6Ho-3D> Author Katrina Bailey Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The Minneapolis City Council is considering a new ordinance requiring cannabis and hemp retailers to register with the city. The ordinance would codify state law passed in 2024, Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management spokesperson Jim Walker said. Under the ordinance, businesses without a license may be inspected and fined. ... City staff will present the ordinance to the City Council's Business, Housing & Zoning Committee on April 8. Zoe Thiel, manager of the city's Small Business Team, said it is the local government's responsibility to register all businesses in the city that sell cannabis and hemp products. While adult-use cannabis is not sold in stores, THC derived from ... 18 Minneapolis mayor says homeless encampments numbers down ‘significantly’<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttjc801AY6qX0y7jNOH3Nidt- 2B-2BBbu7SrbHJXdGgIxfXEC4OearnluHH1yLvLxAduNGIOhGB2AZ9lTGuvOPPCLG3Deg__6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fw x-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PH R41YteY9f-2Fbth1HpAmkPTTIxTPIxko-2F1kFeWzKCBlu6JWITwlVd3Bgs-2ButxzVRWxqD33yz17cf-2F0p4NINSjkD-2BSf-2FmBz9J-2BSQ4cK8PxJUgW-2Fsn569S6mFJtenGVgjX5oRz97UpsmfZn7EVnU3XVQt48Hw0KrvDHRggdFiOrF-2FwUTUFd5OY-3D > [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9c3602b0-d2ca-4c0d-9fb8-35e272bbf0a1_1743438165466061.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 7:16 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3Dt4jk_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O 00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QV LROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYGbxUMJ58Dm-2BhloVHD9fatMDBZgAyEoSqkgbuHiDfOY4zTu92fGeEWMuUfi5xyLoBLUiOO-2FkIG8uiSKz-2F6SPBuG3jAXIy5vP1j6-2B6Gj460-2FkG52ffzB-2BlLF-2BN-2F3Jv5HHWF dULAcmOgevQU3xFLgcOVxsgtPsRxpEV6LO-2B5CdQsL4-3D> Author Jay Kolls KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS that over the past five months, the number of people living in homeless encampments has dropped "significantly," and so has the number of corresponding violent crimes that plagued neighborhoods where the encampments popped up. "It is a world of difference," said ... Mayor Frey. "We have an HR Team, a homeless response team, that is going out and both providing shelter and housing options. We're producing more deeply affordable housing than we ever have before by a longshot." Frey told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS there are currently 32 people in homeless encampments compared ... 19 Counterpoint: St. Paul does face critical issues, but its City Council members are far from ‘unserious’<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j 7DfIUNtumlQkRaK0EKor-2Fk0BDqQGCx-2FwRoM7WWjw0B6tcSqtAHSQn4yD36Daj-2FxGqW-2FSVV5JCbUwB1Vz4xBhcm0-2BKQtkvtN_U_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb 267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2 FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY69Q1WyyKFKCbZGy5FwDJGKNC9ZCj1UN2UJrinuGA9BQ66LFLCheuq1tHBAXU0Sz9NR1RQWwapcFeQm0ARzP5QNTnsCUtv0S3Ck9aTmYJHSRS9ADOMOAWPtXCOVIhDy3r8ZC0N2j5KxzJG3ckmYwllYhLaE6 maqFP3OX6QmdcJlE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0fa3ccf9-f330-4011-96be-e1b7b0bbd2a5_1743438165466094.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:34 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FmHse_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo- 2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw 00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYaREsrFuON6mO48AeR0Wd8Lzolku65JJiA4PwKddMHzSGIR-2BtiMAqHT9dAqCRjAYIvcJPgjUjYpFxA-2BngUvqXWg4pslyqyLe1zpv K-2F1TtNL4VVO5YdTQJGbzqo9l3aVvT21FmICTZ-2FyIo3JAyPMpIg7xlRpLriWqvhnvMj-2Btp6kw-3D> Author Rebecca Noecker Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Opinion editor's note: Strib Voices publishes a mix of guest commentaries online and in print each day. To contribute, click here. I'm in my third term on the St. Paul City Council and I'm proud to serve with such an experienced and thoughtful group of colleagues. Our council members are engineers, entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders with a passion for community service and a vision for our city. They are a far cry from "unserious." Brehm is right to point out that there are ... to expand our tax base and boost our economy by attracting new companies and making it easier to develop businesses and housing. We need to provide excellent public services and make it easier for people of all income levels to call St. Paul home. At a strategic planning retreat last month, the City Council spent 12 hours over two days discussing these challenges and developing a strategic plan in response. The plan has five priority areas — climate, housing, economic development, fiscal resilience and public safety — and we are moving them forward with urgency. My council colleagues Saura Jost and ... St. Paul, and we've created a new $1.4 million Commercial Corridors Fund to support small businesses. We allocated over $1 million in our 2025 budget to a downtown office-to-residential conversion program that will incentivize developers to give new life to vacant downtown office buildings. And the City Council returned to work in the office four days a week in January 2021. 20 Workers run conduit for new red light traffic cameras<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuzo02JCCopk-2BplJ34-2BVJWEzFwmWESX78-2FUXjN x-2F2BnpxjXA7jH-2FQ1cCM72NlF24DO0CGZM-2FcNRnjXjYaN7ALlv_Gdv_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B3 5F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYaw7h 761rNw5xYP56ZU-2FN1hULIogIJNqoeYr7wfYoB0XTOijG8ffTogdOggLpESqFpHG3hGtPY2Jtm-2BlbXcQTpd4N0K8hfXc9H2oSzEyXHN1kyhMU4udP3Fc-2Fz6xkFsThFvE5rgU6hzBERgu9zQnWjSI3vo1AtHWLwNb74IcXD7c-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c8d58d5c-f261-4215-a282-08f4755dc833_1743438165466138.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source VoiceofAlexandria.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjHW1GEpemjosAj6nMrXBjqzdYayuZcQyAbHCchTrjR6XXqw_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzqu uQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOt i6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYikdcL3RJ-2B0-2BExjvBhdjQbX-2FNlB9566Y2XaO-2BUz1xkqFWHB27sOALWGSq1qybM1LAiMPtKjpgwV7dHmRrAfuBt0QJi3sHHl5sgNZPM- 2BmkVUl2mxRXCR1-2BLo51ZM7y4sRSODlh-2FHmBq-2FnZBCz8pC-2BfOwnJw03jJ-2BHFkkdFghxi1q8-3D> Author MIRA SCHMITT-CASH Market Alexandria, MN Language English ... day grace period will not receive tickets, according to Pursell. Once that period ends, any driver found to violate the state's red light laws will be issued a civil ticket – not criminal – for $100. A normal criminal citation for running a red light, Pursell said, is $210.25. A certified Waverly police officer will decide whether a ticket is issued or not, Pursell said. If a violation is deemed to have occurred, a ticket will be issued to the registered owner of the vehicle. Tickets can be contested in the given time frame via the courts or by contacting the police station in person, by email or mail. ... 21 64 lots approved in Meadows of Otsego<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsdvnKcy8QranUpZWrU4DTnTuV92-2BTFspwbegaC-2BDs1gNPs5DpePwr5j 3rB6bxcVyhQV53FD3GZlLxuIV3YSY-2Fakf3C_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDz Selbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY8DG74AxlkYvQpeL-2F4kb5u31G FQ86g8xJF5QfNaAni-2BtMdXCmJCVXYRS8XR-2BG7SxwoQVmdyPOT-2BQ-2FV-2BQawMMGym7Rvai9SF33YrjSptgAUwuwILKHRkjyjLI8p53vzv8LZnBpCyD2b-2FhAziIGUCQb4rnDwK1IlU7RMhuOovJcQxs-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/12cf1836-df9d-457c-a3af-9fa4f02bcb74_1743438165466173.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Cyndr_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYxwS7nMDeGBeKOcFA74DDbxnm5I6YVF725RMUrL3kehpoZxriT5Bac-2FFwVuKTrUin6fq-2BXyD60g1MtCi5tBk1nNdrUNy9W1HWDHcjFg1ROtRO cYN82yvueXidy69rtXHKMj-2F8mMh7MDheUQ4LL4p4N9Zy4ueEFUoqm1rI9T-2BUz-2FU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Final plans for 64 single-family lots in the Meadows of Otsego 2nd Addition have been approved by the Otsego City Council. The new lots will be located near the northeast corner of County State Aid Highway 38 and Odean Avenue. 22 Entry doors will be replaced in buildings<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsv30LmNxTZFemaDG-2FCh5lo-2BGOGljzU6CsxTSQHiZGEIJgb-2Fej aefpNewSPvDuCM0qtSxi5aDmXIgdWcANaurhw3SjJ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb1 3VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYbPMfxLfziUcluo4iVEMyIH 1nse8zJueHYjhDLVx3PxIqGC7bx-2BULMHm6yvreE3YBavYcz3BJH-2FsNbNAxPYbw9hJsm5p-2BnIJTvnuImxsspeJFG7VPdya0Mji1EWidPejHjwzNtdjWvF6BrShgjiNDGlU2dJwehl4KGrjjJiAA1O8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/34112afe-1dc1-47ae-9f40-1b72e42ebfa7_1743438165466208.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0C-jf-_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYo9jOzcC5-2FtV4VIpDSw7w3tSny6ASxPMUsroFvxw5jyfw78gFfW3nDoOr5Pb2XOi6L-2FlSn-2Fy5KwQvcVyOWr0TT-2Fp791HQ-2Bxd8bENe5r 3piGV1Ww8OqEmt06EhYv-2Fjr0nY3HXEsVV4e4g2tNDnp6MlWvbPL6AZNaBMhtaKnaNWfus-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Fifteen exterior entry doors will be replaced on two city buildings in Otsego, at a cost of $68,735. The project includes replacing the doors, frames and hardware on all steel doors accessing Prairie Center (four doors) and Public Works (11 doors) as they are in very poor condition, according to city documents. The new doors and frames will be upgraded to galvanized steel and painted once installed, 23 Otsego City Council accepts $75,585 quote for well<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsQ4eJzTMUnT0-2FPkEJ6kZkSnUDHTzJklk0h19bF-2B30k 7CWq4nfe2idoJeNtA89fy-2F6PVoS-2B398cfzlQLeX1Yv4urHxJ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlks xhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYdkQN91SB0Zn tExMJaSrMMr5Gx7p-2BccPQDSSZdimpTrtRZYg27yNfEPiHXub93yQK1y2reVzEa60rLRvJ0-2Bn54UxPqXjg15FNMZgEwiv74Wj9n0FH7AjtjmRO1u86FTtQoYvYVjLuzIaetEXHr-2FiLgD2XoKAK-2F7eLfeZeEkRtA0s-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6ad1390c-e02c-4579-b06b-54a9c3399524_1743438165466242.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CAkNt_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYT2BPBSZRfDdqgc4z4xse1CRtsN7e2dyyKgsEbn2kxgcbdfoV5tnhpnKHpOwEcy113Q2H6F6Ljrn-2FrpmhlDRcodsYTN-2FMMpitqqFjIWDNeeCd fVbdnB81e1Y79pKc4DQaoc0Q2DkHGEGktF7-2BHosx-2BYlC34299Vy8tT4HCtt2x8k-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Otsego City Council has accepted a $75,585 quote for a monitoring well from Traut Companies of St. Joseph. Quotes were sought from four contractors and two sealed quotes were received. The Traut Companies' quote was the lowest. The other quote was for $109,000, according to city documents. 24 Falcon Heights moves to charge $25 for MN State Fair street parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvduKFO31q494d9j-2FKXbsONE-2Bn PVfTP0289xaC8IroTYBC5Uy9TqjsuHwteEDzfBoG4blHLn3qL-2B8aUxkoHTpEPmgGp_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2 Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41 YteYOjIf5ljF6WDfz9TYQiSyrvhRwJu43VYrtpjKa9vx3SYi3ouEzLWf3hK4T0rbLeCFKgkhfN8g4FwhyhZ4Ni00dz-2B0BFNgP8H7ekJh1q-2B2T5QR4LtGYoLadxA8sJOD33r7mL0r041CDHANtJJpK0Sqz28R14iQZA1kDHhpVCNqCvk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/186eabef-8bf1-40ed-8283-d7e1c113263a_1743438165466278.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 11:58 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Bring Me The News<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPvbGF0zVf0kTnNCM-2Fmi8ms7emwcGBlytxdrWlNu-2BqHKnc8RU_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzqu uQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOt i6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYs-2Bkjzpb9f7KZV3SPWd-2BhVemz2fAQEpLAYWbG6BdeDAZOEH9FUF7VqwT52-2FpgABhYKsjWTYSaKjMpgNAMMLgbs09AavhN3Jrbc9dYX-2F cIJH2J1IVTgCPkpnGJu5haVgIS12GdAyjWAZX7FarQNW9MPQen-2FDiS73HVsTa3-2Bb9V6-2F4-3D> Author Declan Desmond Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... parking to visit the Minnesota State Fair, expect to start paying $25 a day for it in the near future. Melissa Turtinen Though street parking during the Great Minnesota Get-Together has long been free in Falcon Heights, a plan to start charging daily parking fees is now moving forward in the city council. At a hearing last Wednesday, council members approved two motions: one to change city ordinances to allow for electronic parking meters, and another that allows the city to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile, a pay-to-park app. Per MPR News, a city task force aimed at exploring the issue told ... 25 Playgrounds in Alexandria's Fillmore Park tabled by Alexandria City Council<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtstWJnghUFBnEEIKCB-2BU Gpq7z-2B0LNNyzXoPGfbD-2B0g6LJi8cRdwFxvGD4Ad-2FU7U5pRjun7dP5Ql5Ooi99j6bCW3YwZ8_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAm Rbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32 vbGS3PHR41YteYW2mH4-2FQkeuUodGRBFWKCPFFDJr1kRPKrfTL2Z4BHW8nMsCBjCnCE4D9csTOE7ZdsnVN8iM-2BmvsafueGtJFclL3onVEpd01QKw2zbf7pVV0k2EYaTrYUtATjVieM7S4mG0ISVnG4ghv3wUqLIfQxHYWN8Kl2KMTOL-2FFE8R9OWcI0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e4ebed03-e883-4eee-b98a-28efff16b582_1743438165466334.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 11:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Echo Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPoE877-2B4eF2Ny8WrKMlp9MG4iD2M0L0-2Blja3HHObmZRHtHj6_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLg wIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ 3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYtIu7UqEQCfxMC3h9DIvAtHRHgCmFQOnIaJqFfTdxicxc9DgKvXOdE-2BLYAZidDYzlZw36GDq2-2Bip-2BvAAq4BJ7RwJ8SXrWoUbSaNHYutWtIZs9nHl rMQoxk498C6g1V7iNbnGi9KuGW1yc0HYSEQYqaV4MmPgfaCtO1C8zWdyttAc-3D> Author Al Edenloff Today at 11:03 AM Market Alexandria, MN Language English ... Manager Kreg Anderson. In a related action, Anderson received permission to sell the existing plow with proceeds off-setting the cost of the new plow. Any revenue from the sale will be placed in the Airport Improvement Fund. Go-Kart ground lease renewed The council authorized the mayor and city administrator to execute a Go-Kart track lease with Runestone Go-Kart Racing, Inc . When the City and the Douglas County Agricultural Association exchanged property last year at the Fairgrounds, the City Council approved the assumption of three leases in which DCAA had been the lessor. One of the leases is ... site and they pay the utilities on the site. It's also responsible for all maintenance of the property, including mowing. RGK must carry insurance for their activities and list the city as an additional insured. Trustees appointed for fire department relief association The council appointed City Administrator Marty Schultz and Mayor Bobbie Osterberg to serve as municipal trustees for the Alexandria Fire Department Relief Association. They will join Alexandria Fire Chief Jeff Karrow, who is also a trustee. City code amended The council gave preliminary approval clarifying the city code procedure ... 26 Deer River City Council accepts proposal for new city attorney<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshKhYmOGpc40n6X-2F-2Bhnb65OUYJxB1U Yr7S-2FJhOodRS-2BeFRkkgUIY4UPXoXq9r9TncJCOLNl7GWn2K1JAJ5qOTlMcoK_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbq s-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41Yte YcHdCh9wY0YDX-2Bp1uiVnEAdaw5A5YxYgDbeSa4o6Kczn-2F181y2r647yN-2FBigcFlGyVAZk07M4mUkiSy8UPSFLvncnmIkgB6tm44qH-2FVWw3flr9xG54k7edvxbUe0FX3WxKgrUJHMukC1VecMXM8KMdyuvme1P48KnsoRcGjtFETM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/839af84d-245a-49df-8619-881b1c834f71_1743438165466369.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 9:49 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Grand Rapids Herald-Review<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkULVM49mtnKqRGfbngYk-2FAHU2v-2B0q93NFmdyEhOi8AQdOgB_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHb o-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Q cw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYzSwdF1V69A0hfmRzz6GRtc4BTvdyLAZGxnow3BxOUDB-2BSO-2BOz0APaQudeTbWFZ-2BPnpa4uWJjfo9-2Fdp4z2QARyK29Wrbkk TSvcbm8CJelmI4FuLqkto3njbq00okNmzXpHlHLd26rNEhiRYmC7VwUGSgjwP-2Fo0JgIar4l-2B7GtLJI-3D> Author Kacie Kaufhold For Herald Review Market Grand Rapids, MN Language English Deer River City Council held their regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6 p.m. The minutes and bills for $50,771.93 were approved. Aaron Michels submitted his proposal to become the city's criminal prosecution attorney. After discussion, a motion was made to accept the proposal and sign a contract ... 27 On your mark, get set, detour: Construction season starts April 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsEU-2FbbiIJMPzq5izUC-2BJuC2fsL Mde-2F7sFoz7J4Lgu-2FMGSnCaeruzSXswb456m1QMm9xCY4obVIDcsHm5hPIGK4SU4x_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx- 2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR4 1YteYK1a-2Fuflum18mI8s-2Fk-2BgWuzhJE-2BHhHoM0dIeKyFo4rXvNtQEUfrMjlzbYcCR3MEWwpTc5CpOM5sHWdI7LMp-2BvHYafCMJ8bk96ubER3712Ly8pQOfdfLAyWKRJZOlhKOWCU08ibha-2FIHzqBZmqsEel-2Brj5EZnHoVaaiNvkTh1NIrg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5eeb2a45-1f7e-4b79-9f4f-fb2d5e561952_1743438165466413.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAkdic_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasO ti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYjDTjiKKn8RsJDYYPK95Q-2B0tFMcmAlTskWYVzst4MGllTFwiHbm2k5w1cbHPrL9v52sgWWPUyStm-2BD-2Fj9V-2BpOB83guf-2BzdanrP3U Bs7u9glLR80ZsP0g9qoOmPJtFU-2FYM8s3XvdG6oopGA9Fo1lE2Nu5iT8V4nzSMS6-2B5-2FqfPAr4-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English ... community input, for about six years. If weather cooperates, the improved highway should reopen in mid-October. Victory Drive The second phase of the two-year $7 million reconstruction of Victory Drive in Mankato is expected to start approximately May 12, according to Stefan Gantert, assistant public works director for Blue Earth County. "So it'll be a little while," Gantert said. "We're trying to hit the summer when school is out." Although there will be some disruption to the final month of the current school year for students and staff heading to East High School and Kennedy Elementary, the mid- ... 28 Former St. Joseph mayor, St. John's University graduate named Minnesota DFL chair<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvOkwCThJQ5RE9RF fYHU0zZYeJvso-2FfVMQC2hlVlS6kk7U8wtEGE4Du2XLGCeECuNJ3pYyJQ982IidFwHnkx0es-mXv_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAm Rbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32 vbGS3PHR41YteYOTEn56IF8Q8BrGfyP0XqvfQQWDDMOppLsN2t46poHnJBulxrZjbb6VtKmH4D6ZSxAai7DKpiRzSubPisFUtGuuMKZC21d4RKDIxEEj2a9SU32hdVHfBA6Cqbk5qbJa7TUW4c7UIUhBir405JIJ7XLPgll15RVjkXWcxaWMqLoII-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/550ec437-69ba-47f6-96f9-07bd23aa5d81_1743438165466449.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:26 AM CDT Category Digital News Source St. Cloud Times<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPonI1Mhd6Uhrq80yptzmGil6J3IU3e71lubIG5XvKbJFX_TN_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vK J3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYq3sVpTaZPVIaMiwoAJ4fg4m8xt04YG3jakAQ2lPZlM-2Fy82FxlVJulvu5x03dHJtipe-2FZD87r-2BNM9AoTaot3KM46RpeFrdtl-2BE2AILRG5N4uq LJy6jJs4XT9zGT1oR3cMPdAUBKdPaJDJKwBhvejyvZp0oICP8cnQV-2FAm62-2FfvVk-3D> Author Corey Schmidt Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English AI-assisted summary Richard Carlbom, a former mayor of St. Joseph and graduate of St. John's University, has been named the new chair of the Minnesota DFL party. Carlbom, who served as St. Joseph's mayor from 2005 to 2010, replaces Ken Martin, who held the position for 14 years. Carlbom aims to establish an off-year organizing team for early local initiative development and expand the DFL Rapid Response War Room for enhanced messaging. Having served as Governor Tim Walz's deputy chief of staff ... since March 2023, Carlbom brings experience from Walz's congressional campaign and his work with Minnesotans United for All Families. A former St. Joseph mayor and St. John's University graduate is set to lead Minnesota's DFL party. The DFL announced Richard Carlbom will be the new DFL chair. Carlbom was elected as St. Joseph's mayor in 2004, only months after graduating from college, and held the role from 2005 to 2010. "Our DFL ... is united and ready to fight back and win," Carlbom said. "Minnesotans are fed up with Donald Trump and Elon Musk, and we are going to help them get involved right now, not two years from now. More: Ken Martin of Minnesota elected chair of the Democratic National Committee St. Joseph's former mayor replaces Ken Martin, who held the role for 14 years. Martin is now the chairperson of the National Democratic Committee. "I've known Richard since he was first elected as Mayor of Saint Joseph," Martin said. "He's fought for Minnesota families his whole career and — with the ... — he understands exactly what's at stake right now." The new DFL chair is already taking action. Carlbom said he wants to build an off-year organizing team to get local initiatives started early and launch an expanded DFL Rapid Response War Room to spread messaging. Meet St. Joesph's new mayor: Adam Scepaniak wins St. Joseph's 2024 mayoral race "This is our chance to grow our party and help Minnesotans join the fight for a better future," Carlbom said. "Democrats across the country have looked to the Minnesota DFL as a model for how to win and improve people's lives, and we are going to ... 29 Blaine approves contract with SEH for MPCA wells project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuI3Hsx2wWa2WKh2IYqWsxWv4lstwKgJmu3f8WQpl 5s7-2FbV753dRIn6Bqny7Jim9hE4DaRDcGNno4X9x10FWUmtbSH8_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlks xhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYh1fkjzFw4j8 pwgQfpdtOKF3F8TR0fPfwjM4wu1JVWw-2BFDZicLSZPUmCETBONYb2nQ2d-2Ff-2Fj2C8M75-2BGuBxOTB0Uc71t7bhaxxoqHsLvsyHTwo7BCBpVwHu3vy4vHJuNzI5UC43EFx397uYIu7c682MfP1XRvBMHf-2Bv1yCK-2BIt90-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/50d7cf14-d551-437b-b84b-b5e274394a90_1743438165466485.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:20 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CC8i5_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYm8txdQgxANISNJhZoQTkdkQrDO02BJnZneue7FDh1c8FEy858gnmn35ITzhVcz4sGnxxH1NqqXQGz8TGt3lOtyUTEHbQ-2FNsoLQoT6RyOoyTpyt zD44NRSy6RxGZ3CZ6i0xJOZK9ZHfO-2FYTDc11b-2B0m1DfdvxvCi3Z-2FkimS7oFWA-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council approved a contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson for professional engineering services for Phase 2 of the National Street Water Services project. Per the meeting packet, the project involves a partnership with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to explore treatment options for 28 private ... 30 Kudos to Mankato's quality of life<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttZeNJ-2BR2yBV1xhkiv9tL470l7kG1s3oVFkKTYPNU-2Fyg2d2H4lnKuB-2BO7 nAIgv8kUA0GyWffA76DXEai-2BcG5J-2FX6CFc_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VD zSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYO9YcTG7Dq8lFjU9zsFfTYhZh6 mBaxXtJeMY9SKKrK0le9tsCIIIy0Bw1s1Zw3g8Bjd1BA3akfQFDweP41HY3TBvA27xE51qHOdECzHNtL1YuO5DLjSwPsXRseUrGuJPlPlhaEx5ASCHs8TCWIppz9d2Ba6u3INsjQkQfmaUS-2Fho-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/80a6be20-f13e-44a4-bf3e-64bb6af4a589_1743438165466521.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 7:55 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAzCEl_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasO ti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYF4301VrKE-2B0fHZAUB1eTmKTsNbY0Je5tIJP9d-2BJJLyzdI59bjOjCGTif-2BLTemBM74YxeZhNuWx-2Fo-2FVWSZfOEjdx3mZnWyVjR1T8 K6-2FFNyo7NlijsrLX-2BpCFLgeo3EZc-2FpHQexfPXSErs7npQzJTh1qrCPaEvS7m4YyY0g-2BgB4Jc-3D> Author Barbara Keating Mankato Market Mankato, MN Language English This sends a public "thank you" to the Mankato tree crews, utility department, park and street workers, administrative staff and City Council. The tree crews have removed the ash trees in our neighborhood over the past few weeks. Homeowners received door-hanger notices several days prior to the cuttings with a number to call for questions. The people answering the phones are pleasant, informative and helpful. The tree crews are ... 31 Cole Hanson: Weakening rent stabilization won’t solve St. Paul’s housing challenges<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtubW-2FfYdZ5cv SO0plG6ZA3DGrGWHzNpH0CZeOe0F9iCm84gtdT0hbqflcvIa5wiHBK3SMRZ6kmu8TDGNUORQ3Py4Hod_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbe AmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT 32vbGS3PHR41YteYZQC8ErLA2073vnBhXZ8BQAMXYSa6r-2FaVsYc-2FrTuePmULx5jhsZ9NJ-2BpXbwlKCPU1eB6Or78WgHvaSKYkQpRXlDO3-2BVOUJRlprDShAt-2FdCYYRHvlOqTqULR-2FSjrLv64X8vi7YsiEDJzD-2FoKbkZCmQMLKY9X1XouJvFdUkBLz-2 F5p8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/065bdaa8-04c8-4ac3-bef0-cc221c376ba5_1743438165466552.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:24 AM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0Enns_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQw gcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l 4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYVYIXw-2BF9gp-2BEblefyzQMtzGE-2FPBDsvBD9rXubRHtuAyFFUe42XLC20vqfgTolEov8EwxAVod8MzqNsyZnGh4tvhlG6aQ1OHJesRu7HpLvrq JgTHDU4sGvbzFjUpp9ke97EPqPdDfp-2FFX9D8BIkVs3LPV4RjS5078rMnjyr-2BNnKE-3D> Author Cole Hanson Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... need to abandon rent control. We need to stand by it, and pair it with the real changes that will make housing more available, more equitable, and more democratic. Cole Hanson, a public-health worker, renter on University Avenue and longtime neighborhood organizer, is a candidate for the St. Paul City Council seat representing Ward 4. The special election for that seat is scheduled for Aug. 12. 32 Five Mankato alcohol sellers fail compliance checks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttryO6KGVbatVqP8FU7TJuO7Ry9tXPlhDOhHatYwh0ScWo 0CsHxPz-2BvqOexRMBtxu7BQgqhal45JjFnSq-2FhSUjdZlXJ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhY NMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY5HMW7WaZB-2FTO 1clOoTiaB-2BoPvbk6dKTWdu4YMYVXgUSPcZ48J2U6KYSBaLstpbI3eRnlejISNFfRAU4yoNjhCt86-2Fd6toqh1-2FyiN0KtHZIiV-2FdJH9xcoiA9YG6UZ7MZkeOUzjo6-2F8ZnfnbjQVB6asIxkAcQMMb8HJR5pd9t0oIY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a407d973-e906-4feb-92f7-39121c8f4bd8_1743438165466596.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 3:02 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnA3TF__6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasO ti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYqLXJYpW1-2B75PD-2BgyxN-2Bnvv33EaImzFD0v2400oeJZ7Rf6YpqgdX7xc54ZsbqQjeRmmQ5H1DgiVk-2F6gNqj7-2FrvViDn8iadqEHj-2 FwlBejdk3gauGlzQ3onKeTUuRV2PX7L3E-2FX-2F7ER8P3rs5sf7doW9efSXrE-2BTIwKtpz3-2BqKHKAs-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English ... . Those failing the compliance checks were Jake's Stadium Pizza, MC's Garage, Sam's Club, Shogun Sushi and Hibachi, and the city-owned Mankato Clinic Health System Event Center. "Each establishment received a strike against their license and a $500 civil penalty," according to a memo to the City Council. "Complimentary training by Mankato Public Safety was offered to all establishments that failed the compliance check." The five failures were a slight improvement over 2023, when seven establishments received the $500 penalty after flunking the checks. Shogun was the only establishment to fail ... 33 Meeting about W’bago’s future held<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvWFMDTQDmRUHUk22metl2ElgH-2FyXWxqaIGzJM5thDMPS0VM-2FBi77pWeLHX GkyWwBJq6BEcfJVbeOL2j9ZXEg9tH-9n_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbe mzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYAA-2FsDQw6fPhNeHMcsSxuIo7HAEeFO l4dbtvocLk9qRlzIRP7VJReQdgXE8-2Fg4mKLj8oyack7B72HzwUUeOeg3SpjT5Rx2DGoqkjaITKaTlEiIleCuYlIaeUzxvRuhby36F5qfYjYzvCJtXlyTj2njWo6N2xAg2AMaabfuJc8r-2FI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Faribault County Register<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPhViMchN5lbHu0WiUV3-2B-2FKuKxY31H9ol5nHyu7cik-2F7YyJG8uxx0OQMnUoHTk1ebfA-3D-3DBFid_6ATJWrJv EKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqF pqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYLLMNHUCe3Plhp7qn68QgZ-2F6vSvMSdmP5MB-2BMHjFs0iWIicTQ8vmi-2FNFmLURauQvtVQ z6egfhL6k2NDb6dLi9rcedcCCMlNTcKGqn9UwUzGErBlCZ3VsuJGFIsiaLXEsVMxkj35JPnr4VY1RLl8-2FEx2KNuawQDLGWcStzj1es2M4-3D> Market Blue Earth, MN Language English ... 's Future" Special City Council meeting on March 25, as several members of the Winnebago community came together to discuss what future projects they wanted to see the city undertake in coming years. "Tonight, I want us to focus on what we do have in our city, rather than what we lack," Winnebago mayor Jean Anderson said. "This meeting is meant to not only ask the question of why someone should come to Winnebago, but also what we can do – both as a city and as a community – to make someone want to stay here." Anderson emphasized that this meeting was critical to deciding the future of Winnebago ... with Moto Fest since I was in diapers, but after the last group of people stopped running it, it never got picked up by the next generation," Osborn explained. "If we want to have events like that, we need people to run them, and we need support from the city to keep them alive." Former Winnebago mayor Scott Robertson, who was in attendance at the meeting, agreed with Osborn's sentiment, citing burnout as a persistent issue. "People run out of energy supporting community events after a while," Robertson said. "Events like Bago Fun Fest and Frosty Fest are a lot of work, and without a consistent ... updating the city's Facebook page and website more regularly to more accurately reflect the event schedule and keep the city updated. A final suggestion brought up for consideration was the need for additional housing and residential space in Winnebago, which council member Eisenmenger and mayor Anderson both agreed with. "There's a need for housing, and we have the space to build here," Eisenmenger said. "Townhomes in Mankato are filling up with residents before they even get built. There are definitely contractors willing to build something like that here; we just need to reach out and ... 34 Zimmerman City Council approves drastically reduced workers compensation premium<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts89p79rjqIRRAlVG N9KmSUWsVyBOeyjUOA0RCRCLdErP84EH6U-2BeZVYsC0DNZLutZI6bhXHrdbWfocmmeZZ7XWJfXg_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmR br-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32v bGS3PHR41YteYLqtGwaBZIsaKKy2zpqJj7iXjmrsvU3shW2Rj4qnkktWCneu39aIAzTDt-2FlOgZlnekbYvDgMTCNcQTROLbiLeNMVFG2rQqBlvB-2FgwTh195soE0dQfLMepTDIKcamCx8MQBXkptrLKrQubutHhe9rVtjzK8qA5lOc8b3mZhK4z0lg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a38fc201-54d9-4095-a556-6ef1547e3bbc_1743438165466634.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Star News - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErTrQwtS-2Bv-2BDTMKnU8Z9m1kMrIDtVQoZ3TJGIPzItJNow-3D-3D9QFV_6 ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6ma pDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYTfj2x2369N4oqMxPYk-2FUYtc0dAu8U-2BX3jY5AuJuO97boDphermNFLQBlFK4sx yGlVjhppX1XNalNZ82lMgyoS8uERksjpRzRjYB-2BOLTLPcnq7sQvLnDE-2F-2F4cz7mMW9A8S504h5BlqnkNh8O7dypuw9l4-2BDOuankS1j-2Ftpc47w5Q-3D> Author Jim Boyle Market Elk River, MN Language English The Zimmerman City Council on Monday, March 17 approved the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust Workers Compensation policy renewal as presented and authorized premium payment in the amount of $21,884. City Clerk/Treasurer Kary Tillmann reported that this year's premium has dropped approximately $12,000 from the previous year because the city's experience modification factor ... 35 New Pathways moves forward with plans to construct new facility for families experiencing homelessness<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7 DfIUNtsX8TURx-2B6W2iqufnDMNXXWpvZXl4IWDkSW-2FzpPLY3TFKdmaRaQWNTbImhO7IjI5umuL1NTZA7cyewmALmePiG1ZDMf_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kw jRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbw kUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYLIHbNT1Rws8bg4aTtQIQ1HLbqgWsm6-2FmdG2DfXQuOkKIFb0Z7K9t-2BY5jR-2BUj8KeCk4OOZIIApIbMxy4YNG8NZJpD1yQPACIn8LzBaL1nva6fPyM4q82yv7aj8Aw-2FtIyZbGsiMB-2FoMSLQk7ysOvPvVmse q7fswDITlmf7WBM8DNw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/da5f509d-9263-4af4-bd30-de59af65c157_1743438165466700.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Star News - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErTrQwtS-2Bv-2BDTMKnU8Z9m1kMrIDtVQoZ3TJGIPzItJNow-3D-3D7XRx_6 ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6ma pDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYsaEDVCeoo7MpRypDM9RbNfp7uQnLABGaR-2FpRli9DMs2mCcAQVHslZFsc7sR0L0t kjO9icVCvQs6bVuSOo94eJnqvFw2iBU7IGG4wT30Ctfg5hGiFBMCGCs6IstFAGn3npVRse3RfdmdimlX6bDZHJvtROfADPJ6vFXESqw4Wwlg-3D> Author Rachel Kytonen APG of East Central Minnesota Market Elk River, MN Language English New Pathways is one step closer to building a new facility in Cambridge to help families experiencing homelessness. During the Cambridge City Council meeting Monday, March 17, the council approved three motions relating to the request from New Pathways, including amending a planned unit development, and approval of the preliminary and final plats. Council Member Molly Christian cast the sole vote against the three motions. 36 Cedar-Riverside and Elliot park will not be covered under new contracts with violence interrupters<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIU NtsCPgWx04UMC1el0GXtzm0dIDKu0SIuEPgBIz3NKG7PVxE7jNmu5CRwT9WdfH5OUAhrDUmqHuD7xufCx8t6A-2FtrvYPy_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJ shpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx82 5baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY9etSsou3n2Vcl4iParV4QwfWWGzBCZTLTTt5p0sIjFBiVL-2BfH2WIJejkIae9YPUTg7ALVh5IMw10e41pX2KggLtwXrAAXZMXc0ymD9xjlWojhFAbp2U0XbVX4EV70WNSsLNpFiyTrELYcDWhnfIwxTNdM33g65S6sYjORF YRe5Q-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a2774a8c-6681-4cec-b4b3-7bd2770bfa1a_1743438165466750.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 6:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYKevS_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vK J3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYk-2Ft6tq2eHfiba7bkRhWD7vw54snHZGXSTFKq-2FzN3OqvE-2BezLMxex0e1sJ8Ht-2FR-2BGrqRsFqzK1kDDPwS69e00AZlX1aNARYbjBu0C2skMqC oUAaYM41HGNiNR7fyINyplW9P-2BX-2BHZTAxQiH-2Fg-2FMnAGjHMfix8D7-2F3Zp82ayaLrd4-3D> Author Ubah Ali Ubah Ali Reporter Ubah Ali joined WCCO-TV Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... in Cedar-Riverside & Elliot Park neighborhoods. Residents and business owners say their presence in their fosters a sense of safety. "They are doing what the community needs," said Asiya Awale. "The community respects them and for them not to be around would be unfortunate." The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday approved new contracts with community organizations aimed at reducing violence in the city. Five groups were selected to continue the initiative called the "Minneapolis violence interruption program": Restoration, Inc. and A Mother's Love Initiative in north Minneapolis and T.O.U.C.H. ... ," Osman said. This week a motion was brough forth by Osman, would decrease the budget from the restricted Public Safety Aid balance in the general fund and reallocate $650,000 back to the Neighborhood of Public Safety. This will allow violence interrupters to stay in both neighborhoods. City council members unanimously passed the motion. "Cedar-Riverside is a model of how this program has been effective," Osman stated. "On Monday, I will call the Office of Community Safety and make sure we are able to sustain services." 37 Isanti hires firm to help with interim financial services<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsST0jnSJiudjwe8sUjkMDV-2BQEYls-2Bpd-2Fe GH3Lq7yfpUotwfhwBYaV-2BKu74yL-2FfpyQzi86FshxZG4tzHkWiZqRsdwSU_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2 B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYPF N8pLRaiTHDkKNxao76S9Gtk2WlREqIouH4pWkppiEqa8LfgOHzYih9JOQe1M7TtroErMnGDp7Tyj5-2FQzo1FxDWk5GJrLZJR4wudfYJKKmLvseR4DrIvsrkoJa-2BaKWbCLatT2vXzcjvKqUiRYXRKMkNzypoetggxRBQqqyJmR0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a790942f-fca9-4d2a-bd0d-a67d816746ae_1743438165466785.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 3:53 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CTtMq_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY7qNp573zuzVenyZ2LLPbE4q-2BpLSd1q4vN-2BrzGcOUnGHWoG2JZLJoBgiisA5DcWeKe8UzKCUqdDxFkjz4KAAJdnJBLWkzJ7jHVGWrJXR3svmv -2FWurlxbouRin3yvzLmQplQnJDXwuKDh676tJc4IO0gF-2BZmwro0ERBXqu78fAHRM-3D> Author Rachel Kytonen Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Due to the unexpected death of finance director Mike Betker in early March, the city of Isanti is hiring a firm to temporarily help with financial duties. During the Isanti City Council meeting Tuesday, March 19, the council approved a resolution to accept a proposal from Abdo Financial Solutions to provide interim finance director services, and also directed staff to put together a request for proposals for interim finance director services. 38 Reader Opinion: Compassionate community<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvdBatjwSeyubZAK0boUShBf-2F0BcLSbr1Nz8RZH8LZ4cZ7ZFu0lIevFy 1lPXw4W-2F7mDLg0qJrv-2FDazFbSXcLgGwyAcY_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13V DzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYtTZ33d2s4pFaFZhy3btWlafy WMT73kP5UvXb3O6MVYYGt4CjFsV0BcTb-2BXH4Y0fsG1DTgPSliMZSwdGsmxcFd9HE87cWi4v2e0WLvUky6n1hFhtBpkpAtuYuFoz9Q-2F5qurfy9SjZfrOX-2BCVtst7D3V5kJ8UxOEm8JgIM-2Bz91ONs-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/b10211db-4cf1-480d-a462-c9f352985ced_1743438165466843.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 11:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Brainerd Daily Dispatch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrp5GtctrECvwNC2KVkzOlApSgf68DSYv1Zx0gA8UmR8U-pS_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rz quuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00Ras Oti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYBCPPi6UptZQ-2BJOMyDDsg-2BmxOwD-2BojYR0ZlMmSEqxkDTig-2BNR-2FqrYtzfQKPImXCPbIP9c5wcyhbH3JxDsfdTORU2x-2Fx7GKXvQ LwyXKB2PSKiUO8wWvqKshoqphgkFPIrc8K11hQycrKdtXzAtOdpu9XcjC9AA-2BMuD0AdhkRNAVg4-3D> Author Darrell J. Pedersen Market Brainerd, MN Language English ... a bus ride to St. Cloud where the shelter may/may not have had room. In December of 2021, The Bridge on 7th opened to provide overnight housing for homeless folks during the school year. Over 12,000 nights of rest have been shared there in the past three years. At its April meeting, the Brainerd City Council is being asked to approve this homeless shelter being open for a trial period this summer. No need to sleep under a bridge. My Neighbor to Love Coalition also started three years ago and is building affordable spaces for homeless people to rent. Habitat for Humanity is building affordable homes to ... 39 Orono plans future utility rate study<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttT2Ukt8fcT4ZzzPx5yBaAB2xwWhGWTD-2F4i2J-2Bp28vWvPxoN684ShVBh HozWOCmxSwIRfA8brizRfpgwxSjOf1zPva9_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSe lbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY4axVCQ068hQ0bhPEun8u6KjVqGd5 Olx17JK6XdwwavfA-2F4RojC-2Bvix7gWR-2B4ps-2Bi4qoX8MUFtYJvCZSy-2BVICF2L6XfsPVoSgNd5M6LBlrlqpy-2BJJTu3CrFuRG-2FBz433jSywL6czdFv1Ypt9SplGz-2BqnAS7eddJoCXhLldvETXbc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/577dd8fd-ce6d-44b4-9730-892c9327cad0_1743438165466878.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 9:10 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CH5dT_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYdApRKr2Lr6URtViQrCLXM792PVp1W-2FLPAKuEl1Ho1az840hzEu3SThBHCSkmbglZuR1ezrqhv3DnQSsFBzsRFqsIpk7BnJZT8INlS1BNe4lU85 1w4Pz6tTM6cHdcghgy2ZICy9M3d9PhNvh2eRuRHKWqWxID0Tq7CB00LGQA8YE-3D> Author Max Kappel Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of Orono is contracting with accounting and consulting firm Abdo to conduct a utility rate study that would project future water, sewer, and stormwater utility rates through 2030. The city council approved pursuing study at its March 10 meeting. The City has conducted in-house rate studies twice in the past 12 years, though an external study would provide insight into industry trends and knowledge to ensure utility rates can adequately meet future operational and capital expenditures. 40 Support Minnesota veterans, EMS workers through The Invisible Wound Project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuTW3AR9wQvBRGfpkL4iHa zc81CXisyuRcCudqJz5ZWYhmBPTNPKTzXWMYjDlBS4ZbHrfOd-2Farjut8veXKgwZnS6Uw1_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2F wx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3P HR41YteYe2ko3WL1qg9uPi-2Bp42aeDW8XBuqIC9KZ-2FqiA6fneAYBiUXSsRmE2ea8aqbeGHZZaeNjn8w59UqVy3pTNE6FLXAQHmzuGFP1wFefiw-2BBx-2FrZ357LZdek0qJ6ADyLa3zSaKi74zJL2QDpNf-2FrLRH2XuO0uOHniwfdx1HxGDCQfljA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fefcb08d-0438-4521-921b-28ff2f18c45b_1743438165466930.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 9:04 AM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYVXm6_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vK J3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYMt15w7cpwtob5C4NWRq3o2kOo8Uf-2FBwpWOU8sAu-2FM5hZrHDv2IiYlwRA-2FVMRBU8iF9RmkFLFTx1z-2BGuhLjxBYSXHeHzebn476MX3O4VxDo3J dmIMsPeNpCbEEu16WO356hClsGu2C25S-2FEx1611Y-2FP5cnpvVYVDxMlrpISzQZTU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English PTSD is not uncommon amongst veterans, EMS and first responders, which is why Minnesota-based organization "The Invisible Wound Project" is stepping in the help. 41 Mayor addresses ATV bill<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvxm7D7HC-2FlePO2smGT7pKmNkf54u2pngd4lXzyyQ9DrYQ-2FBl54dfVt25LPT6SdNTzZY- 2BsY-2Ff-2F87WC99nb7gkE4PIpF_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdc fza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYCl1Z0pBEoz2cnd9PxZpj5FQqnMlZ66sHr5b qKt6spZealq-2F3Mb20IbQGF8tphK7SzCQMSxA908rTX1Yl1YdPqIOIND2YJhq0Acu6j-2BBJ-2F53L-2FgmZ1myClI5-2BVrYPxh05tGU5bnLa1D9NH8AvRUgEs0-2FJxBNbUsElBMQsaeacx74-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://static2.elyecho.com/data/articles/xga-4x3-mayor-addresses-atv-bill-1743175147.jpg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 8:59 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Ely Echo<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqQx1oX9FR0WbFZ-2F-2FdF3iIHZ1WWAi96LEIIW25UCHAVYw5_m_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwI aemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3h n0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY1kaFyAgRMSrY2W-2BuYVq1AUpbVuXNKa5Cr6-2F6BHUb-2B4O3N9zaSJpcNyA7gKoaggip0vSGq9fJCZBB6LP2plYT5NgouWRRxzGm1B2xRvwLd-2B8g1VR WHBYcJnD5QDKSZm-2BByO8I7FUF7DnOc33hlXHGczUNqV1xEOXT0q5ps7E19lc-3D> Author Tom Coombe Market Ely, MN Language English All-terrain vehicles are allowed just about everywhere in Ely, but city officials are supporting action that would permit their use on state highways in town. Mayor Heidi Omerza testified in St. Paul last week, in favor of allowing ATV use on state highways in cities with less than 25,000 in population. That bill, offered by State Rep. Roger Skraba (R) of Ely and supported by ATV groups, was addressed briefly at Tuesday's meeting of the Ely Economic ... 42 Blaine approves prelimary plat for new 105th project outlots<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttPX-2FBR8G96W0LSzOFcr8cxh-2FZ9oUkkjZ eMwuBgDzCunsxmB-2F-2B0dmikIwKqzOxiIXIVAv4-2BjgMxlzYDpmuaBgaIPRfS_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbq s-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41Yte YvXLltyFJwfYUiNvuhCST-2FsWQ2xmVHzrhRWQJmOE11P5jkMIrnZi84JP6e7G45-2BJiPFDUpkuifBiLKfotLipuMx63u2V7mwpScVUwTqdCjVqpeQJNrjJXxOJxiK676LAQCQB80ROQNAOHPzHx-2FHAt6hF7qM-2FcXWM6O5VXaLoPkmc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/673b2141-0664-4381-9b9b-8d344ef04014_1743438165466993.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Cdesc_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYeCtEMcMOar9MRQ9IIyOePLlvy1bdl05Q-2FqnxaBjakVXOikRUENsJJuAB5Z0NNk4b4rowS56i2OcV2O6rRHnK-2BJ2nPRU9jKm2V8i-2BgIi4rZ 9MbOU7t8p6xvn4uGzPyiMTFiOqGBOXZ6E47OLOAnH-2B1uaiMEJLxv1lXk2pQeC8E1A-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council unanimously approved a preliminary plat for three new outlots near Raddisson Road and Nassau Street as part of its 105th Avenue redevelopment project that has effectively overtaken the area. Per Community Development Director Erik Thorvig, the preliminary plat provides for three outlots and right ... 43 As 3M settlement money dwindles, east metro cities still have millions in water treatment costs<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt ZhMJ-2Bd5fIdhFSblS1IdVtmC-2FHZ1CAd603UX7o-2FRwZAPC-2FNPFQaakEJAdzCzs1A7Fp1cAoP8znXhrK3jgrciWQKZBF_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRo icJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUb x825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYPCLgnVfc8tjLPfXB-2FtujVthDZBlHKJgssEbC74xNuAYz8bAu9uRMbjpGG9sOFLgGidqbabIqMn7wxY2z1ir-2FW4J3aJRqbZ-2F-2FPMfXoI-2FtA1JLq7zvgaJTrjRcRjyBLxeBBBd0IReC3uh51JvO5KED-2FFqKY OvaHzzB8v7rXkV-2FoS4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/32caac1a-e24d-44fb-97fb-4d3049afb482_1743438165467026.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 7:32 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FU4me_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo- 2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw 00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYDBZWQVqvz-2Bs1VLC9DD79TqECWukr-2BJCxGwKV-2BegAv-2FbLnmNUijKWsXxOAST1BdevjRK-2Bh7-2BZPUOMRMaUEmy5UWMM0kB E5gpLvbEmBCFgxz018OiR6hcBN25cw6sM6-2B7xibp00W7pYIA9SpuVUa2yQUOE7ZTQvOzq3hOwChiQWWo-3D> Author Eva Herscowitz Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... . And it had initiated mediation to resolve the dispute. "The MPCA and DNR are confident in the selection of projects," the message read. "But we cannot promise what the transition process will look like so long as 3M's dispute remains active." The update concerned Ryan Burfeind, Cottage Grove's public works director. Levels of PFAS exceed state-set limits in all 12 of the city's wells, and two 3M-funded treatment plants are on the way. (Temporary plants currently provide residents with clean water, Burfeind noted.) 44 Consent agendas and the Red Wing City Council<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvN1wmFhUGEj1KO1xG14s78P8oV-2Byhp5jKLCKVq139I6Tk0BGQ CZSOqzuNYsgXfOtb8NSUN3p-2BXyIhSvEe1iwQqG-9N_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROV b13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYv954zw5piujzUyZfpBCT GsbGdXlf1-2F3rFiEUU-2B9Cuxmrf7vSb4Xhl8y4M5kuQfiFvqPV4ZIUA-2F5MBkP-2FnyZIvETW-2FWJFPFvc4FvN4a0y5Od9T9JO-2BJu8GgAXkQtzs99gFg5mP-2Bd4yAVYE1VakBbnib11MnvURFWVGFXu7HKJ8XU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/3b2049d8-1687-42d9-90f6-36f49327ab2e_1743438165467070.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 6:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Red Wing Republican Eagle<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPp0lwpS9AVSqo7VGnbI0VXnG-2Bje5dEdmzzqip30mKXvA--G7_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2 B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw0 0RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYa2UU70kQAY5SdHA-2BcvvIUX7iXlAeyEXZ3r75LeG6TKo01Tgfj9mIrPAI-2BQDY-2F8gKUz6hMqFNpXKrMLZlisca9m29jgzvW8tsVa U9wwy-2BJh2Fa8-2BGGwPC6KBe3uOKN5RDTxbuxPMFSI-2BZrgPPJJw3Pf4MPGWmJ2-2F3wag1THTr7BI-3D> Market Red Wing, MN Language English Generally, when something is on the city council "consent agenda" it's supposed to be non-controversial and thus appropriate to be passed without discussion. If a council member, sometimes at the request of a member of the public, so requests, the item should be taken off the consent agenda for discussion. At the Feb. 24 council meeting, this ... 45 Clean audit report issued for Royalton<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtueSWrU5GWi7fK8JsnZ7ZEQLnlp8z6ykLj6v8JAegxp6rqEpMIg51hiY1tB s2Oo-2FBJPOjFKBnbvjLKzeibpXALTcke6_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSel bemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYyZhCkQg4-2BMNEh-2F7OVLOeAU-2F 4kit-2FE-2BcMqJnwKkhMl8xyWOg9PVWCOP1v-2BBUfRGTRIEq-2FTbBES3iSMe0NHp7D4wOVrCkL7GjVf76kzS81RlAAQpuek8TvmyCNjT1-2BFuvO4nj11KaG7gtAdArfkIM61SDCFXDD56qP8qO-2FPw7q7ls-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e91bb06a-3230-4e8e-8c8a-71cd00790d67_1743438165467105.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 3:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CqHc3_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY8Lip338cCtL6RCc-2BPU0shhEu2ArjlgFFror-2FKkCoPog6WIz08nw2pw01-2BsHNGUs9qePzkzyuxQrObRUOOiBS2KIgA-2Bkt0JqBysOkwa1R wKVpNXCxrLxAVmHHcpZyEj-2B6itM5m9UhZermuu2nB3TlgKth3yY2bGoeKktYF2SRtTI-3D> Author Jeffrey Hage Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of Royalton has received an unmodified, or "clean," audit opinion, which is the highest level of assurance, on its financial statements for fiscal year 2024. The results of the independent audit were discussed at a special City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 18. Kristen Houle, a signing director at CliftonLarsonAllen, LLC., who presented the report, stated that there were no negative findings in the financial statements or out of the ordinary deficiencies in the internal controls the City. 46 Harman Park named after teacher/coach<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsVs04W0Z14-2BDWSk4-2FSB6OUiOI8bXmM3wngYN7D0BUl1WmLLBpSRz9SH flwlcb1dH0IXOXDDMNDzjC2YvPG0z6kbdC8_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSe lbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYgiJLBl3hbnaPBX62mUp-2FrZTAvD uwNNWKsdrN46A5TNW1wEFa0-2BfwMRkLevaMM6x2E5kxZK0j-2BfBpxWv1TWPsjpRM5IEp1m7rGktGbKgPU8tPIII577fiG51npRfNgLfIXD52E00-2BRKouOJoDsy0HYGKwANpSA-2Fr0UNhQflq5h6A-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 1:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source NUJournal.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLLq6lw3Vy2K2wWeInvmNS9Rcra69O70A7WvDud0klMDoOrga_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vK J3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYeyD7lNpx7GCs5RZo8eGHkechRv4Lx1uml94aInZsCpdTrgqXcOjwhCtr21BJ4naae5RdtrOtvn9bS7lQRZ8D8FN9wVJZjb5lW3jqqarCZuCwDNYCYOJ7 sckyaYLlLkJbEN4mK-2BxZL8j-2FSIy4kXmWNG59GsXMV1xKIHiPbcvf-2Bss-3D> Market New Ulm, MN Language English ... Waraju distillery. In 1936, New Ulm started to fund the city park and recreation program, and Harman became its first director, a position he held for many years. After Harman died in 1979, the City of New Ulm decided to honor his dedication to the city by renaming Westside Park after him. The city council passed a formal resolution to change the park's name July 3, 1979. The resolution changing the name of the park recognized Harman's many hours beyond the call of duty coaching and teaching young people in the city's recreation program and at New Ulm High School. In addition, the city recognized ... 47 Fence permit for MN National Guard facility advances<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts5yH-2Fq80Ne-2F-2BeTkhQNw624vMHlTw71ebLCa5YW gikXa2VL9S7U2fipJrx-2BQbng9KkjHfABWY9tWgfbfh7ZNIRVsG_L_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tl ksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYUmhV3F5Qg AwIeLCnSaBDwmkF3HxDtIcZ0LRVlP6fyCM0ax9wZAuBohB6j1JoxNPjRLbQTppN-2BYc5A-2BiDpLyointIlIGEiQDcD9ftMLBGtdQKEN2yxz99L7xoiyB0Y946ushWAgCqANRETwPw4wtPEa7ILhZ91bXc6OQvB5-2Bs5js-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 1:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source NUJournal.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLLq6lw3Vy2K2wWeInvmNS9Rcra69O70A7WvDud0klMDoCPn2_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vK J3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYTG2CaHabSrj0QVp-2B0w3PyivWvHmgiI-2BdW9E5NRj7jtfmZ5w9n9ZUKrNAmPuF3vc6NddkCX4TYtpRclBaxlWV5aOP594rCuv67DNvsW5I3nMftkQu LMUArhS4roZ13g-2FochMpGYA7lXKNi3tQLoQSRU8K-2F1kO9ZOcEJ-2FU5Xsv-2Bh8-3D> Market New Ulm, MN Language English ... the additional fencing. No comments were received during the public hearing. Commissioner Linda Beck made the motion to recommend approval with a second from Michelle Sellner. The recommendation was approved by a majority of the commission. Final approval of the permit will come before the New Ulm City Council at their Tuesday, April 1 meeting. The new National Guard Readiness Center is currently under construction at 2100 Palmer Avenue in New Ulm next to the National Guard vehicle maintenance shop. New Ulm Planning Commission recommended approval a permit to allowed a barbed wire fence to be extended ... 48 Blees wears a lot of hats as Hendricks city admin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts5STqEjJ0QCzZlWB2n2M-2F9ZIhX1TfG6mn7Z6gYRvGbZ7d f0tX-2FdAhC0gW1L-2F648z0oWajJN2TmzLMAmgKDb6K6Eao__6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhY NMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYCSFsnRwxn4ZvLK fIkbhJXou1NSCVaF7KM-2BGHnSMZs5X2A4kAUNg-2BYa81qV-2FhxCuH-2FteM-2B39ADpD07yu1pcNyadMMYhid-2BbtYMQEaBqV5pmPODyYs2EWpQOL8OjtnxZg-2B5KapkCWjhSceTKqQZcwOZKRrRccZEDFKxvo0QtdE3i0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5ad729b8-aa1b-44a0-b738-5a772cb08c6a_1743438165467138.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 12:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Marshall Independent<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLP3hcXDdqf4glt5HZoOv70K8UrIGHPuJCGoX09XwQKkZ_3kM_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasO ti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYHGat-2B4g9kjy28IDb5nwEuoL6AG9ie2RJRUcJCiRw5Pc43Mvfj7HPnb6OwlVuF-2B-2Bq6-2FQ6eBE3-2FR9tab0DoNp1G12vjxZYJorvDpy Qtlf3-2BbAr2M-2Be-2FwgdQPXc-2FnG7dLk7mYwXdm0BQ5RLHsZjraZwwPKV-2F9D7xiJO0-2FUcPC8knkY-3D> Market Marshall, MN Language English Photo by Jim Tate David Blees has been the city administrator in Hendricks for 21 years and coordinates the community's Summerfest celebration each year. HENDRICKS — There was a learning curve for Hendricks City Administrator David Blees when he accepted the job 21 years ago. "It took me about five years (to get acclimated)," he joked when talking about his position and the many hats he wears in the community of 630. Blees is from St. Paul and earned a degree in communications from the University of Minnesota. He ... Twin Cities corporations in the area of compensation before finding his way to Hendricks, less than a mile from the South Dakota border. He was all set to start a job with a large regional employer when a hiring freeze left him looking for a Plan B. Local citizens urged him to apply for the city administrator's position which came open due to a retirement, and he's been a fixture ever since. Blees is in tune with his community, which grows considerably in the spring and summer months. Lake Hendricks, on the edge of town, is a border lake, "and a third of it is in Minnesota, and two-thirds in South ... 49 Osseo’s city clean up day is April 26<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu5hydTcxHDy4Grgyn8ciSIjq0npl3ZLVc4-2BwE9FLVsiK0sXD5ZoS-2BBk 3hnjwMMwKsoYJC-2FfSb7MLjJN8VM0XFGDRFX_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDz Selbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY6oetkHYLvrXO2zXw1hKyShOOkT xj-2BBDgAnDuZvMikzue4SIMogCniivs2XcOIdS-2Fi9EmF59yjazHn6TIrPiegXiatAgPBVxGx9l-2BYg6-2BZwgeYA0vLntlJaP843XumTokP6nd7eZoBfmyAuQT5raTx8sZi6SrvZHYaZmSn-2BnTBJs-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/649e3fd1-381f-4798-bf39-bb8fd1ba3695_1743438165467173.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 12:08 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Ce4K8_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYlGaH-2FJxFOSbgTThhpoS7QDlW-2BqbbJm1Ek6PGj1GDxY53Fl6ITqHrv2q4Ld8UReQzurxw3WfiR10HNHpTm2rgzx2fj6HoA-2F87R7X-2BzGKS R-2BLvNGspSTEi4DVjvjphBXpjT7FLhcpj1Hs34-2FXvcsj84FihPbxA-2FLTwbv6ZCYz9ieE-3D> Author Alicia Miller Market Minneapolis, MN Language English There will be a City Cleanup event in Osseo Saturday, April 26, from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will be in the Public Works parking lot, 800 Broadway St. E. Osseo residents only can bring household junk, unusable furniture, appliances, tires and more. 50 Minneapolis Police Department says there are zero significant homeless encampments left in the city<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfI UNtsPqjWxR0qmRHoNP8-2FTNKvRmRGqqCyEK-2FZc0CYBZU1tHjhnk0LlYT2L9XWBRijWKgq0QcglULldAe8jpISrpwTSZCED_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRo icJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUb x825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY-2BjXQsNPas9x-2FiORHhbuROp4N41rkjNL9iFtfw8KkdgIWWtiUhrLfm-2FDeaKIYLwKhgHwqg9R51jo2saLC7YD50szJhPgkBvbllC666Y-2Bh0yajmHXau4pQR2MK8os09d67GzfynHdRdoLQFT2cLXx6XpB48l8ux w4Kq-2FvvfagdeS8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0d59f0f5-7841-4a4e-84b5-f6e1eb20b024_1743438165467211.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:34 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3D4Dvg_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH- 2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXq yu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYT-2FHXdlSIsVQ2aFH2ZJVN0bmP8CvyGWjBvsgwQNgH-2B5hBlm-2FFjMvLeOmFRQu01qlz5DJedxB3gJXtY7V6cMEIFu9JTNS5kodAHLo7LZhHnQBjwOcOEad3k2I0JZoLs9gTif8J2A -2FWGhTCBngReIhxiT22I1JlGBW-2BL954MwhShEI-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Police Chief Brian O'Hara says there were 15 homicides at encampments last year, drug use was running rampant, and change had to be made. MINNEAPOLIS — How to deal with homeless encampments is a question the City of Minneapolis has been grappling with for years. But just three months after declaring a special ... order to proactively address encampment safety concerns, Police Chief Brian O'Hara and Mayor Jacob Frey say a drastic step has been taken in the right direction. "We were seeing homeless encampments as large as 150 to 200 people," Mayor Frey says. "Right now we have zero significant encampments in the city, and the largest one we're aware of is four people." Chief ... 51 Bipartisan legislation aims to build more Minnesota starter homes to ease crunch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttjLI9MORo3mpusIo h15K9KEgIEcscsYoU7Q7dkbkwzupUA3emYJPAfsl1xAv9JUXOB-2FvZKIryU8EnylUqL0IhK_3nl_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmR br-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32v bGS3PHR41YteYUkirb0-2FEF2uRUS73mRL3Hf9jIHIWlVk4Ii4DlbEk3JzriPKdNZTdR3Fgyff7Ju8CLz8VRhSjh4QQuF2-2BF7LUdNKTZ-2Bw58gcjKmgd-2Fyv9BzLrqKeCK0N1r0B5zn66gepyHq-2F30ih5VZkfV9QDD1bKcjGnQhJBzwwWDbN11BWxN-2BE-3D > [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/211edc29-80d5-4bf4-a5aa-8ca62cab025d_1743438165467239.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:56 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Albert Lea Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkunjl19u1HfAHJQP9G0zjR6hh8nAh-2FdJymgI7W93kSCWfcq_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzquu QwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti 6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYRv8JX6DsFVJ3vznjh748pmzY42NkMbC8pH6VVPXdMRg8ME1-2FCsYK-2FmU0myuwXvQdlmBdlSknTOqc10auwNRkeRBZ8lX0RwItAWXHHd2Ve0a jWuDaAwbt1QWChk8P5ZrBrtyvuEuePqR-2FMRDFR2DYKIRBotInzdwwUrYUs4FECjs-3D> Market Albert Lea, MN Language English ... of smaller more affordable homes, allowing working families to achieve home ownership by streamlining zoning and infrastructure costs," Hennessy said. Some groups are concerned that a blanket statewide approach would ignore the needs of the communities where new houses would go up. Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire spoke for the Municipal Legislative Commission, which represents 18 cities in the metropolitan area. He said the cities all are working to address the housing crisis in ways that best support their needs and this proposal could interfere with that. "One person streamlining the process ... 52 Rezoning efforts move forward for future condos on Woodland Ave<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshQ3GxSe8QM68Ofiym-2FmO2hnG3OZnIX 9t8WPxzHIlQFr0d8fJMqRn64br-2Fe06IyeEe8C4Lzkb4Ah5Jf5uhkbcXl5A8_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2 B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYhO T2FaDwmpCXmZxFTJlkzemSnFOcoO8F48W-2FhewelZxGa6Gj-2BbaeKdXKdX6Q8GvKlm-2B-2B5wov7paE58CYZJQ4JvBd7cpmYHvroiG38KyXpvWPS3hLZWCaWe8cSFri2opMjDJ4tZaD75VVerEdz7LNKfR3aW7jFqTV1r9Z2h5KC6I-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/992e4eb1-913b-4d11-ac42-2da08a011089_1743438165467265.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:18 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Wdio.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtf2HcTHNnAGJMkYDzkDMtc-3D9LeX_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2 Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqy u7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYd4pwklr56bxh4PeOQeysQHxsxIredmClsbcsIZgHbJyd0a3tIbJN-2BYDWFWNvBSxHuYIhszKwhRTmTj2fzGvcM1oxqUrVCArRHIrlygzHZYi77h2YL7JfhQlD7RTejiltsBRUDxk2D8c CmKWH7F9CxTcShtmOwIRIPAQos-2BmGL00-3D> Author William Lien WDIO Market Duluth, MN Language English ... first, and they'll take it under consideration. We have a residential planned zoning area that allows to try to shift boundaries to maximize the amount of green space. Also build more density for housing, which is what this developer is proposing," Forsman said. "That process has to come to the city council for either approval or denial based on the facts and all the public comments in front of us." Even if residents are against the rezoning efforts and housing development, the property is private, and not open for public use. "When you have a property that's already zoned for development, the ... 53 Lagoon Theater Announces Plans to No Longer Look Like This<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvVadFQwlBz8mQ5uV-2B8qGjRuA6Ep5GtKTHY-2 FpBWUbZUldKKNiQ-2FTmME7pXK7CxkR7r33z0JhwjVqJwk67FygPMuxv74_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35 F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYGeCQR XRbgx6RFAi2XhMxJaw3RVL1qOLQ1H1jreeaCrN9TUCjZrap0-2BiIIO3JZq0iKE-2FAtKJjMu0-2BdOJW09lW6vkBHhRL5U9egqQKQ7j3Hr2qssY2I5jY7dSlqyBn3ekb0AC1jfywUD1Ii6OrjEq4ex7MWHeK4OP1jj9GDYWFV-2Bk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7a972a70-6aae-4a6d-b8cf-d2707694e877_1743438165467292.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 5:24 PM CDT Category Digital News Source RacketMN.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPld9OjiP1b-2F4zeTTKdfzJuA-3Dk1ur_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY 6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3 glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYE6oM6WBXAEeKkYQyTCWkZBcQEHdigfGSkT7Jiy2D-2Ft41mUAVxksN1ptOI8HhxJmJBlEaWA0SO-2FxeCfwX2N8QA6-2F98PjjBYZ78c11nSn3foe99dRQlXFOsF96kBN-2FcCn tD4KlKc4di8SzW43mz7HN6CAZNQMdt18znu0oC63EcwQ-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... for parking during the State Fair, according to this story in the Star Tribune by Tim Harlow. And honestly, why wouldn't they? Everyone else in the area makes bank on the annual event, and the fair-adjacent neighborhoods are overrun with parked fairgoers. Under a plan discussed by Falcon Heights City Council on Wednesday, which could bring in $100,000 to $200,000 annually, the city would install meters to use during the 12 days of the fair, with each resident given a parking pass. Parking would cost $25 a day in Northome and Northeast neighborhoods, which might seem like a lot, but hell, you could pay ... 54 Passionate crowd voices alarm at town hall in Willmar, Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsYtnxXNCheHLV9IyrfYZ4CekixqxaUo9 bOK5ZgZscPg-2BC0Mk1vJULrRMJYWYj68WyV4zxhBFQFWgJ-2BVUv8za1HEUkn_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs- 2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYa H2b-2BDwEth5Qs5Ie3WhrQ8f63PdzD8ckIS1v9O7Xorb9L-2B-2F-2FPm-2F8l8X9XLKVIFxWOGDnOvullOzj4lPQTfp0OJHNWu1DAADYbKuaBwWRLLfdAhumhW1ffph54D-2FGS6P0Lof30GC9y3q3w1V5qoHrK4SOGy2BFvrSfdjUG54z5aI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ce06c969-ccbf-4a2c-8c57-c6a0ae10d123_1743438165467346.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 5:05 PM CDT Category Digital News Source West Central Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrOKEj499yPEFRs6CuFlVLU-3D019k_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2 BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18I KJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYEP0jQNJxZkAtF-2B6l5GeuOedZrAU5b22Ldr5o0Kxurr-2BrwfxkbRy8qu-2BndTK6M-2FQdOLOWcKLwHp0VALE7Og58l5-2FxtaM-2FeP-2FJFdtdJRzt4sPETLUxRVG Ma-2FmTWQ9HJpZp70-2FIRMk0vQx0t6qpbsp3gox3PysYttpQNx3QTpnTmKo-3D> Author Tom Cherveny Market Willmar, MN Language English ... for those 10 years, excluding Medicaid, would total $581 billion through 2034. The deportation of immigrants from Latin America worries Fernando Alvarado, of Willmar. "I'm a United States citizen, but I worry about my name with this administration," he said. A Navy veteran and former Willmar City Council member, Alvarado urged those in the audience to change their names to a Hispanic name "and think about how it could affect you." Some of the loudest applause came when speakers said that some of Minnesota's Republican congressional representatives, including Seventh District Congresswoman ... 55 St. Paul City Council convenes but doesn’t appoint new Ward 4 member<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLaAO12WnGpSUVJl2HcRQNs3THrr wd58K-2B1smYlAkjgnegpQRsM2vBkPSAX8Gk6dpkcm4ymipgLGK3irweUZKRTFp1_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbq s-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41Yte YgZtNU8a-2Brap2kauwQKkO7qvxuT0iiQCJYINi-2FIKb5TOuGPtBms8AD5OAv-2BVZkPlShuR6v7BvavOdTaNN6vErelKf21xXqWgan23P8un7Y58xwveLpbIyXMeOWviFeAt6ZbJeJPkcdMccfpJKp270sY2A-2FukQtWSfi0qKU-2BA6qeQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5da211e2-583e-4226-9eea-2f0df67692b7_1743438165467374.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 4:46 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0ktxO_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQw gcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l 4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYAY34bhckeSv1aIneA95HDYLuXJsLCY2leY7q6-2BJjLxs72-2BanRE6ddLU6sVGbPoO8wDFSZPAyXGsPU0otV7QVhc-2Fb8vLNCiaJunVj-2BSXn9 xk2JQ8N3EEsP6voyZA5k2EgpIdpWjwY0RtbZPJFvhMBSr26H2vLEADdiVWUM4fR0Zw-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English The St. Paul City Council convened a special meeting Friday to appoint a seventh member for the next four months who will fill the Ward 4 seat vacated by Mitra Jalali. But after about three minutes, following an awkward exchange between a council member, a member of the city attorney's office and the council president, the ... 56 Minnetonka council OKs agreement for Villas at Chasewood improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsa32aA3TOiJviM6u7SwbQlkI6ML ED2yWlcU28pv5vG59R3Uc1hzMOIK5Wa0yOUna5lbcndck7UYS-2FoQcc8dPf3vOtc_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fb qs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41Yt eYH3uYWhB0jn0H7BjW8I02-2BoVYslQoda-2B3oeFtG8bYQDQIJ5e7YCw-2BcYehd-2FeZiB-2Bzg-2Bnu-2FY5-2FV5Fa4OOLM1MB-2Faw51jbmBe3p-2BdwAvd0ZZaI-2Bp6f6oQKXnoHuEJSqFOZIPR2m6kDOfmrErxu87N-2Fp9BoYjbdwFT8a-2Blnl-2Be7z- 2BFE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/88be8881-211f-42a0-b9a7-7a62cd535fda_1743438165467417.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:33 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CecHn_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYnOhH-2FccGvWDatvzO75KzJPMJWfdx9DpJnQ24MWUa6x-2FOjmQY6vXFUYBUzuRAU7rDol9CPd2pHLrW9JrusRCrAcPSa4g6t-2BSCenahXjkyc0 yPMaQochdZNVaorawETHKNNKfnntOs7H6DQaQx7TRh2t5aWrqN6yVzbK0z8PrZ68o-3D> Author Jason Jenkins Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Villas at Chasewood are in line to receive around $12 million in improvements. The Minnetonka City Council voted March 17 to approve a development agreement for the 21-building, 188-unit Villas at Chasewood, which are 36 years old. 57 City Council makes changes to Human Rights Commission<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvKpmrAKcOmnA7nb8T8uNS01AIS-2BNG2-2FHslGWBhZ niRW9DCiuU7wMyby2vdqjaEAt9TWATFWAILCG7aSNC4tS8ubhZa_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksx hYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYlBJ9hr9bokoc fHBnZPVHhS99GqlgEcmDwFgcS2f4Zg9gv3lNoJzbbp-2Bf8QcPBA3BLV32QBhuwkhGmfr7l0skUnwDTF26JTt-2BtBNWzTtuMu8uAHUQIOdnaeLLy-2BJyZ4slGXcLkOfLfs15nWSFip0ti1-2BUp-2FH-2B8J2ralVS6n2qHC4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cd8d2a2a-2143-4d06-a4c2-38e1442b2dfa_1743438165467460.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Red Wing Republican Eagle<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPp0lwpS9AVSqo7VGnbI0VXnG-2Bje5dEdmzzqip30mKXvAYQjB_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2 B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw0 0RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYsKATVCxEpSASMgvGK2wUDinIIeWGzOkqlyWGq-2FWjS-2FGHgf28mezNPZP90k-2FYpi2qdgEjgo2nGQPqgPH-2FJPYVq7YGigPkXb9X LnLU5EcpgJT45MMaqdBjQRF-2FKWx4Zvhk0oqfhskaHJm5-2FjoWcEVgWyzDpLpBjhSxuDn66pRVzP0-3D> Market Red Wing, MN Language English The Red Wing City Council voted to decrease the number of seats on the Human Rights Commission from 11 to seven during their March 24 meeting. The decision to decrease the number of seats comes after several meetings of the Human Rights Commission were canceled due to low membership. The council also voted similarly to ... 58 New HRA members approved<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuGfYuGxKiZj3Ps44StivH-2Fmml59LVFC5hkJVA8zZDKXrPNIuNnMPpXScDW7W4XcPcYGPSm SMQNk00SyfPO2wtlgR0M_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2b FXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY2QhJywhmxtYn8khk5UUcRTFnM29-2BbgmF5VEneayjw 8y-2B-2B6-2B5UUp8nDyS8qK2tPIoN7OPSYGfd4wWFCN7OROkbWC3yk7mvWopxEfdQ49SVRJmmg9kmgzeKGRkaQ0t6U-2FntDPY7cnygCeGtrZ4vnL7fynEG2RQ1gB0L9tHbQ4rh4Q-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/caf3d8ad-6fe7-45c3-b845-aab9ad83008d_1743438165467487.webp] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQssOG_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9 RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00R asOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY7dyBM-2Bn9BpU040lgvWuiyTQNXnLPjXDh2smmRVFG-2Ba7L-2B1LTlrpTdFk7lEvdcWUinUwczBEyJThldWMY8eOyDynMJTpjF8KHifJf 3WeAcHi3oj6tHDU78zBPj7eGAFwWPP08evaQ0LGLmBQZNihdDvarmCfgFlN7G-2FFeRhRCwIk-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... 't change the statutory or the foundational requirements of, for example, who can sit on the city council." With the appointment of the three new members, all of whom Manderscheid had recommended, the HRA Board now consists of Lund, Schumann, Guardado, Mitch Reynolds, Julie Colvin, Ryan Tibbs and Mayor Dan Delaney. City Councilor Scott Swanson serves as a City Council liaison. Having a full board will help prevent what happened during the HRA's regular meeting on March 12, when the board was unable to conduct business because it did not have a quorum due to the three vacancies and one member ... 59 Falcon Heights considers charging for Minnesota State Fair street parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt9-2FOF-2FAwvgNT8PMBVyo ukrU1PYPYP6JbzWC5yziqbWjjS1Q50cdmmP6raP43k2nUz-2B8l0myIyedghxMrpmGXd7BPAi_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr- 2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS 3PHR41YteYH8YoxiJKUXe-2Be-2B23kpxn3kbkEw8QwrMcihBqtGRyNg7JJmDfZ6OBqKCf4wX6qUrTfWoNyz2Tep-2BZaVSQQbbDB-2BlglSUGNnUXXa8LwqAk4zuKTDpJwsS0H-2Badz0grCOqBguYwZl-2BPQErGx3uQAYNRp099OZui1of-2B-2FVaAxky-2FTqk -3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cee1f8fd-aa9f-4897-ab7f-683144527f42_1743438165467528.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:08 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3DpWuN_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqf eL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzi b18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYTEIYs3nQpPcFl4e5WHebGOLCLQkV4Z48CoVO3uVeqBUnSricwnMbN9Oa2o5o65T-2Bu-2FTURQj1jQZoEIkEUSnS-2BcsEJSsin2PpDv4uk15hrl7SYAojGoG832G L44pDmro4qjdc2o65-2FeKB3BNPBMdJ9MopKt-2FDMqMBDHjHWEoTzuM-3D> Author Estelle Timar-Wilcox Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... said they don't want their visitors to have to pay a fee; others said it could add a burden for visitors who already struggle to afford a trip to the fair. But some others who spoke said they like the idea of compensation for the strain that the fair can put on city resources and infrastructure. City Administrator Jack Linehan led the task force. He said Wednesday's votes are the first steps toward a plan. "There's going to have to be further action from the city," Linehan said. "We're going to have to figure out more items as we go." The council will meet again for further discussion next week. 60 New Lindstrom liquor store manager hired, street work heading for bids<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsiPxZjuLu47hycYOD1blPgy33D BAxyftW8DjEYXiIALxzN0N34zcSvqLHnPBaXuQ-2BqbyfcSKcczgdLxYFX5r9OCYNz_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2F bqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41Y teYIbLjrtdpjWpm3GXj1iV6jubfrXpRGXvAgAl5o2IPfrKgMMYfv4kLXiuFXflGoHyqvdpDY50D3e2Eq8lrRdVWioiIl7XKHhZQJr-2F2OsXRl-2Fo4cyTTtenQZvxObDJP07XsZZZj6Yg0jwVYmG6EC5URiPuqjjzox3pRNR-2F1d4i5ziM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:02 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Chisago County Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrN-2BlWMrLb6c-2BM4eTd6KPb4-2B6v4yRLc-2FhjDIhHyIJvqG9lgL_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo- 2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw 00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYElE-2FN-2FmbVmC-2FoLFPMbjgmw-2Fuyne5Xio8IedGeQ2Irk7LqkuMmXOhOrhdaoQLf5l5tYYdLl5bI-2BCkaFOdwSq3MBO7gco-2 Fhknorxg83BEXTKnud72FtkBteHn-2Bhd0UxX5Hy43QR-2BI0v203-2FHYqSJbWp57zMK4tlNZhIO1Li-2F9TAEc-3D> Market Lindstrom, MN Language English March 28, 2025 at 2:22 p.m. Lindstrom council was steered through its regular council session last week by Brian Norelius as acting mayor in the absence of Judy Chartrand, who participated on the Internet. Council accepted the resignation of the municipal liquor store manager Matt Olson. The council personnel committee of Greg Krueger and Norelius recommended hiring Scott Rickhoff to be manager for six months. It was also agreed ... 61 Wyoming City Council briefs.....<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsWM2l4AzkpkPZIpRxMsHLbNXInch5ODH99HVkAi72G-2FjONwMDxFSvvaBKOsfd2 7EO7eTYYbHAYsKjP4ikz3jkA0I7r_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdc fza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYp2-2BTN6nXL5LiZxRjpnbWAjTRiWJYDLIQE W6bdCIyy3XF6M6OfrpxfDZmjPRLCmUfv1dWq-2Bqi54mL2ICCEsL-2FSyvdt3KBuUPKwwFVL7339xPuqyE832PEVNrBDkLEQNHaU9e7sb770q4WTiHaQ6as060J0pvMb22DhUatQu8tuVw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:02 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Chisago County Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrN-2BlWMrLb6c-2BM4eTd6KPb4-2B6v4yRLc-2FhjDIhHyIJvqGT2gG_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo- 2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw 00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYx4VFlEKLfS-2F9o38rDowZUakKBe10-2FxiIa9yy60nLHYbmcEb-2Ft7yEF0l8Hq4wO-2BeXd6GcfK7WS6FipM57w5-2Fxr8K9MgK48 8-2BuRl2LTAXFY-2BDZDFpG8hiDrdodn-2Btamw4vck5oLMZw9-2Bcr1ZNGmJP-2FU87RSNB8FesIWRdRiuQ1NFA-3D> Market Lindstrom, MN Language English March 28, 2025 at 2:23 p.m. A new set of play structures and sitework were approved by city council for the Fireside Park on the west side of the freeway around 262nd, in Wyoming. Fireside Park play area bid was awarded to St Croix Recreation by the Wyoming city council unanimously last week. There were six quotes that came in. The St Croix Recreation package was about $71,000. City staff reported the offer is a great deal because the items have been set up once, at a trade show but must be considered "used" so Wyoming is getting nearly untouched equipment for a ... 62 Opening doors for accessibility: St. Peter grant program reauthorized<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsK2S9yKiOFdwMDSZNGzPnZb5-2B CPYx-2BIsC8usNncO3ahfJI1Lom87pqie7LpNzutD9gnT-2FjtcLTYb6XywZyvCubHu4z_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx -2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR 41YteYMGkveaIEAzYJqO05w4jVOnlf5Qx94CRDQJYMRWsxpgOyeyqltGFOxJ5z1ELgI0UgvmAI0Y-2FN85B3K-2Fd2p7HBP8KzesI-2FresYF1kUCRbYwXBLI-2B-2Foq49v-2FMo3ixG2R0in3OgEd1bXu-2FVkY9B56AlESa3RRu3-2FfAo-2BgSfATMP2o2I-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a5e79ec2-245d-41fa-9336-0da46d79aec8_1743438165467577.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:28 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAXWhw_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasO ti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYidrnjNHlcab1wVMv0VNXFCZljmOHbcpgOTVY0JLMbZMCAOvn3Msk9FBreGym9KrdtZDrOUWeoS4KkJLIOr3dL6Zx6vTJj5NWZcTMbv47R1A7w 3YXjQnNy69ebfguZKImsOw4A4gJ9E8MCMcpWHiumFJ8e7HcO0NsE6EGVs7GgIY-3D> Author Brian Arola Market Mankato, MN Language English ... south sides, said Megan Bennett, general manager. Initially the grants were only available in St. Peter's central business district. The city expanded it starting in 2022. Recipients over the years range from Kind Vet Clinic to the Nicollet County Ag Society to River Rock Coffee & Tea. St. Peter City Council members reauthorized the program earlier this month following a recommendation by the Economic Development Authority, or EDA. This year's grant amount is $55,000, with applications due in May. A review committee will recommend recipients to the EDA that month. The EDA will pass along its ... determinations to the City Council in June for final approval. The program's review committee recently lost Steven Grams, who died at age 73 on March 6. Grams used a wheelchair and was a City Council member when the accessibility improvement grant program started. Baker described Grams as being a "vital" part of the grant review process. The former Council member and mobility advocate provided a much needed perspective, Baker said, which the board will want to look for going forward. Follow ... 63 Minnesota House Unanimously Passes Bill Expanding Firefighter Assistance Program<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuiHKiC2JuxuRKcnC fXav-2BlTghVoArX12Y75dVAaP6MdPZyZyv1S7V-2FB3WNlJKFKMnCEjVT6wOeifDb18mWIcCwvX2Z_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeA mRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT3 2vbGS3PHR41YteYYb1XnWCst-2F9ZqxMpw2X5yh4yVZQ0eerjvfZhFeVjvOLuX6d2y9IR8xsxK7q98AhtgGyEHy8c6hwF2-2F6qZ9ryfI8lXU7u-2BgRh-2FHlP82eWTYHOxWqyTCwg1RtLML5nMOwjOAxwEQXiWlwF1RPUXaw0kKkkK2S0JgAYmZFnmAt83Rc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/554420fd-b35f-4c5d-af65-d0b0bdf7cf4b_1743438165467606.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:27 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KNSI<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPumesAAuRj0LoXwA7-2BTIAEQ-3DZAG9_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh 0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7 QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY3aJscQK-2BGyQZ-2BuWPLqBpJ76L-2FXjlPhav278MaYFsBzDZPgd9gfgKgGbNnNtUvfT0IQJVdHB2QlwPvl2mApi6Qz4kf3ziWdPpUv8O4vtMrCT5GXS4MQtliovhHUW3-2FD1qJyHBxEn 0RZthGdr6mQddKYgrj8r0-2Fx7z7JdORxTzw7U-3D> Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English _ 64 Minneapolis City Council bans algorithmic rent price fixing<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu6Q4NoGc-2FrD2lSqumrBN7u2zULe27f6-2FO xELNn3Js8rJXOJ0otLMyNme8-2F3kRnL588TpHUwZbKP4IUjMvC6El3Qf4x_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B3 5F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYjwqa S5Tj6qljjqdc6so3kNjuLYOhzDv-2BMuMC7Al7eTFSx3KOv4mk-2BIP-2B7dE7ziiy5Ud4e80RA-2BpI-2BANKCQ9ag92uprMc9oXfdh1znVZ8zOAWjsLwrj9n7T2AwcJGpU-2BYxEcztvzLS7F2NjbXhL4FvfDOYuHq-2BVuvHP3Wt2VAmJk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/edf9547f-9bfe-4f68-8119-728826ccf825_1743438165467640.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:15 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DD0yb_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH- 2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXq yu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYSpJSAud5mwhRQVKvmiYKzHMg-2B6Yox1oZksgRws3QF0X21iaaIg7HWZ4ptHuac0YmHZZ4HCxk0uR-2Bud-2BaSL65I03w2bi2gt30tur0AjQZFf2KAn4skdT1lvtrXBHHGnvwSrIVO4 QjZzajC7SULJunbIqK7EME1d3bvZXZGRi06oU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Twin Cities renters living in units managed by algorithms paid an average of $324 more per year, council members say. MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis City Council banned algorithmic rental price fixing Thursday, becoming the third city in the U.S. to do so. But what does that mean for renters and landlords? In a press release Friday, the Minneapolis City Council shared that companies like RealPage provide an algorithm called Yieldstar ... Robin Wonsley. In August 2024, the Department of Justice and several attorneys general sued RealPage for its algorithmic pricing. Twin Cities renters in units managed by algorithms paid an average of $324 more per year than renters in units not managed by algorithms, according to the Minneapolis City Council. 65 Lonsdale Public Works does it all — water, sewer, parks, streets, more<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuqMPlCmYol3gZHdpQuHNNQGFUt v-2FE5lNsBwbYGvr62XzKFsmQoi9YtIR-2BaFyw3b7a9ZEuxSILzFE3d-2FwMfslmrRyg4_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fw x-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PH R41YteYCbOQWwgUHLF5l1gDZVLwZ2A0CFL9evigWs-2FqtMZp2UlMIIC4BQSgA4uc9AdJFT0YHnnCfsIuPNfgGWLUx5-2B-2BrJNUSa9BrfH5WdtnXJPNMh1zOAIA-2FVk9nj6ooxSz94Nv2GeRufBkpfTNgXCf1GfhUvhQgMd-2FhviRXpYzmNJGybE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fcc8fb48-b5d8-4024-b330-72418c58b51d_1743438165467705.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 12:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Le Sueur County News<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPk0pvMet-2B6woEh-2FAsLYe-2FQmHjHM9Ir8gUFYFmS6LaiwyP6jklimERIIbanB8St2AgA-3D-3DcZJ4_6ATJWrJvEKwtT rdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWA KNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYqP4qQ6JBZtbmdV71-2FQ126y-2BcJldgJS33mjGFe0Hj6X491hC1DWFhbvdekjKycMM6zFwu2LVPq rLmDLiJMUkW35fmiFdii0SoJG4iAXRyHHOQdPoldqO7g6d3WKFu8yVFNyrsl5UKDKynZgLKfqj9iC2G-2BsWyqzl6mckpxjzQWGQ-3D> Author Colton Kemp Market Le Sueur, MN Language English Public Works Director Joe Dornfeld holds a string line while he and two of his department's workers paint the lines onto the soccer fields Thursday in Lonsdale. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) Public Works employee Scott Duban jackhammers out a line as he works on remodeling the women's restroom at Jaycee Park Thursday. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) A van owned by the Lonsdale Public Works Department sits outside the bathrooms at Jaycee Park Thursday as the city renovates ... the facility. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) The pickup seen here near the soccer fields Thursday is the newest in a fleet of trucks and other vehicles at Lonsdale Public Works. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) Lonsdale is lucky, according to the head maintenance guy. Public Works Director Joe Dornfeld holds a string line while he and two of his department's workers paint the lines onto the soccer fields Thursday in Lonsdale. (Colton Kemp — ... LonsdaleNewsReview. com) Public Works employee Scott Duban jackhammers out a line as he works on remodeling the women's restroom at Jaycee Park Thursday. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) A van owned by the Lonsdale Public Works Department sits outside the bathrooms at Jaycee Park Thursday as the city renovates the facility. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) The pickup seen here near the soccer fields Thursday is the newest in a fleet of trucks and other vehicles at Lonsdale Public Works. (Colton ... 66 Monopole to replace decommissioned water tower in Coon Rapids<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttXCooI7ZO3BRqHns5eNgvoYjOyz-2Fg96z- 2FGA23uAXbllIxe-2BB-2BlrQbvwu7SyIoTxIf5w6yxHqaUdfn9ZBdHaRiQLQAt_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs -2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY 8BM6oXckTlgW-2F8y0QUDh-2FEWVcFbpdV4xKKuZ2rmrDbgqfx2MMFK1JU5RtAa1YiH4TyluqJbSg3D7rNZ-2BPWWDG3ICtlSkm1FWatXBlXwmcRR3AWfaaQdcxT2RCFDh9w6wF4hp-2BWQwtsf0CGW8xvYjgYrJ4UwRcNn2Vz-2BGe1rCyyc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9293f76c-2652-4f4b-8f37-5d5695798de9_1743438165467742.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 12:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CeR7z_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY4Zm3wRKRIJcCMLMsqfEMx5bW8L29yez0OJqsQbS6AzBHGR-2FU0Y22E6kFUKMuXIeE050stYDDurvwNsYL-2FwJlhRFunZnV-2BliPkSstaQGXQC r9E-2BW-2B5OICt-2FAwJczn0b-2BztRGsPAYTetvS5ApaSTqqpdBRfHNfdf9h6GP-2FRMGXTQI-3D> Author Peter Bodley Market Minneapolis, MN Language English A monopole will be built on the Coon Rapids site of a decommissioned water tower that will be demolished. The Coon Rapids City Council March 18 awarded three contracts for the project to remove the old water tower at 11316 Foley Blvd., just south of the Northdale Boulevard intersection, and replace it with a permanent 150-foot-high monopole for continued telecommunications services. 67 Cedar-Riverside residents call for city to renew violence interrupter contract<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttm1U9zfbkPzSBYPYEh jzducPpAOjchyUJT9QtV2QPKZgKQqI8z83FHSqKayqIaMPrjZgldxS0UUPlYEcP7ltHCgAIB_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2 Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3 PHR41YteYSUyGdseNUUSB40-2BbEGONN-2B2GLSoBNi-2BJttboCZDTb0tRAvW1HjsAiKrfYrlMsq64k2X6xTI6M-2BexOirxGeAU9TNbZLsjVumjMro9pnxpc0ygt1iexTn-2B5kYc8rf3J-2FoC90UCFWb4xYEgP3rGQqtieY4EEJTu8PU-2BG1LlZYhT2tE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8eea9ccc-627d-4e92-aa0a-1ce9adde96c5_1743438165467767.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 11:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3DRxw0_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2Bamza Y6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew 3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteY8CUedDL9TJzmnT0wKYEmlfsu-2BJ3xg5uVqsarYMKrvUx8aNXDRKnzLeD7uhBgQ5jjTBl3455oxeq4TTvbD90HnBL9KkhUMa3PnOlJc3WjXXvDs5HS1xKBS8-2FoZvrtRMFeCG cKrjTMnIY-2FN1wpZdbfq2NtltDv3Cd8zThAHjm0W3k-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English ... in the neighborhood. Metro Youth Diversion, a violence interrupter group that helps de-escalate potentially violent situations and engages with community members, left Cedar-Riverside after four years of patrolling the neighborhood. This comes after weeks of scrutiny from the Minneapolis City Council over issuing contracts to certain violence interrupter programs from the city's Neighborhood Safety Program. A city official from the Neighborhood Safety Department said in a city council meeting on March 17 that the Metro Youth contract was not renewed because the neighborhood ... is no longer in the top eight areas of violence in Minneapolis. When the Metro Youth was initially given the contract in 2020, the hope was that the group could counter rising crime rates in the neighborhood, City Council Member Jamal Osman (Ward 6) said. Osman said taking away the youth interruption group is a flawed approach once there is progress. "They say, 'Oh, because that area of the city, it's safe.' The data doesn't support it. We don't have a lot of crimes. And I say that's the point," Osman said. " ... in the neighborhood that really affects how safe people feel in the neighborhood and can also affect safety if it's left completely unchecked." The effort to return Metro Youth to Cedar-Riverside is already underway, as Osman introduced an amendment to allocate funds for the program at Tuesday's city council meeting. Even though the amendment passed in the City Council, Starr and Solomon said they were upset about the lack of communication from Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's administration on maintaining programs like this. "We just need to get all on the same page about how we're ... 68 City Council passes safety violence intervention contracts after delays<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsAp4ahmjLs030-2FenquWknLk AbtG7Bdzg1nOpLrsWDJCaY1oOODk29ExRjQwt2uU6U-2FibOpsBJ6XDb2kDQ8hU3AGpwz_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx -2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR 41YteYaI5YHGSAHSj6YnJ1nDC7SmKgjvKxY9ganlsBJOikvvsCh1LgdRVTNTsSMLs17LSAv2f787oCIv6BKiAkp04hmmUlV-2BFfBIUmf5ZDJdWgkV9vRUsjXDysXbLJGOAg42SQC-2B4kV3PJ7-2B6UWUTFxijAlN8PGMiL6Q-2F2Nf8wHIqTkpg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/353572d1-486f-4b6d-9882-692567f1dba3_1743438165467790.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 11:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3D8UkT_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2Bamza Y6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew 3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYqAGyYYcOgvufS2M1N0ydlBmZ7XD-2FaPYCErGF3eFKWi-2BaGt1BFLMvgJAREpvA1Vx04QO6kfzGaDlOI9J47kMWEOs-2FRpqBeEZdL7Vhf3uEInIL25B-2BuxsqZpLwtLr2qf RrYoWawBElQDvi4IQqfpm9iDVAshwPuiRkjABJ-2BFkxT0M-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The City Council approved five MinneapolUS safety contracts on Tuesday after a week of deliberation and scrutiny from council members and the public. The five safety contracts will go to nonprofit violence intervention groups that have previous experience in the community and violence prevention, Deputy Director ... and help people who may be at risk of committing or being victims of violence through de-escalation. Lakes said the five groups will split time between Ward 4, Ward 5 and Ward 9. Volunteers with these groups will be taught de-escalation techniques as well as CPR and first aid. Minneapolis City Council Member Robin Wonsley (Ward 2), who has been critical of the Neighborhood Safety Department in the past, said she felt confident about the contracts now that there was more information. "I am excited to approve these contracts and what will happen. But I want to see what the data will look like," ... Wonsley said. A sixth group, run by Rev. Jerry McAfee, Salem Inc., was considered for a contract before it was pulled by the Neighborhood Safety Department after two people involved with the group were arrested for a shootout. Although most city council members were happy to support the violence intervention contracts, several members were upset about the lack of attention the groups would be showing their wards. While the group's name was not spoken outright, city council members LaTrisha Vetaw (Ward 4) and Jeremiah Ellison ( ... 69 Scandia appoints EDA members<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsau2EQvnE-2BPi9qyqwhCIy-2BNbECIqGxVDIKJ16lq6JahVypRYpynUwJP4gIPXudjA O6-2B0lAqpj5VYN7cM11nRy-2BgRuQ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemz dcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYl0F8ZqB828-2Fv4iK6SWy9exb2AyZCrtN m0-2Fg8gG03agBTu67muS6U5wGXrfw6VvQwsMf4t3tY9eITGnq1WRvMhjyPPnYAiTwjmZ9jF2sWfjjiGl7no7Txlsh79J3uypQN-2FK5BP5D7lSUovk-2BwfNn7WzD0Mvk2KgJ6PRu6-2BYNGVb8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fd809eb7-4c81-421d-a569-19fae46f3b8d_1743438165467825.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:56 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Country Messenger<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjKxZpWU0xB-2B4RHfksGk2m3qb8gIKPrDFCKL4-2FEcxxMD5z9X_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzqu uQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOt i6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYU3orkqpwuAYXaPPGbgJFw-2BR3ZAES8no71VfEbShMwrTubIbzm71h5i8n8ejFEWVpifY9jqR-2BGa0AajMtMJanhepvsc1jRE8qy2Lb4Sm2QL zXe-2BenGk237qxWL4s1s1bLo0PpKOW3TgoMuNfFfJqRZE8dY-2B266zadq-2FvcOvTd6ew-3D> Author Kyle Weaver Market Scandia, MN Language English Scandia's newly reconstituted Economic Development Authority will have five citizen members and two elected city council members. The Scandia City Council last week appointed city residents Carolyn Smith, David Wilske, Patrick Doyle, Patricia Lange and Jacqueline Chaves to the EDA. Council member Jim Gribble and Mayor Steve Kronmiller will also serve on the panel as full voting members. 70 Nisswa Mayor Jennifer Carnahan announces run for Minnesota State Senate District 6<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvp0CKX9XCi53PF iB-2F2Ape6oT31PH9WI-2FLmwOM4rXMfQc25G7en1hzfVZPz7r06DcE3ha6aESAMPiP5N3YpmBCcL2TL_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmb eAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPe T32vbGS3PHR41YteYAciS2fwSPhAbS1th6WCt5yhI6jqbVYRRP6wzXK22oNxpgSw1X9qaMfpItx6xJ-2FwSmb2KzgkvBeqaYkf4fieRzx9Uvl4TdmSDKw05h4v7IIB6slswWMlhfxCXZwhk5MphWkXllIzt0up3tC1aIYT8uUgRMWQgAyqfDnAWECJgWo0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/60efe9ac-0c50-49da-adff-5f8d7bfdca62_1743438165467859.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:46 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Grand Rapids Herald-Review<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkULVM49mtnKqRGfbngYk-2FAHU2v-2B0q93NFmdyEhOi8AQiHcw_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHb o-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Q cw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYmM-2FaA7-2F9tzzA14p8cFCQmw9Pl14uTwug1JN3Y-2Bv5E6FulI8LGUCJAe1ZreqhVEEGB1dGKUj1H-2BIi3PLp7-2BYVSxo4I2O F0oKyy-2FqyrCsA7Y-2BvYZy7eyipRoH3qHubqWHRI7XvVIjZLOjjpopeOH9dQnq8U1-2FIe6JqCb2qkH5gpGQ-3D> Market Grand Rapids, MN Language English "Since 2016, I have been deeply engaged in Republican politics across Minnesota, witnessing firsthand the harmful effects of Democratic policies on our state. Serving as Chairwoman of the Republican Party of Minnesota for four-and-a-half years and now as Mayor of Nisswa has only strengthened my commitment to advocating for our families, communities, and a stronger future for Minnesota. Throughout my campaign for mayor, I listened to residents' concerns—rising costs, burdensome regulations, and the need for strong, fiscally conservative ... 71 Plymouth seeks applicants from Ward 2 for HRA<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu3DucsFmbUhzmnmJyWNCaw-2FXAzniBLPC2nVXziv7t2Eqhxwj- 2FUQcw8z6ILu1X2Ll13pf8kPpUOPhP6fmd3QgbH4kmQ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROV b13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYpo-2F4s9xkkCZ2VVRu93 KwtgZXy1JPCcgxqwTXvlh-2BCIp-2BYvrJJ-2BAz8Fxh6pLM91tF7uagifqFkdHNBEtT-2BNH90qV-2BLbwAi8nEUdxXedGMzwEasUYt5LNM-2B79XiTJkmoydZXpx81Ff4lzcz8fC7QthsnXJ4-2BFOnHfmxN2R055xYVI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e4720b57-f26f-4d9e-9033-50002992436c_1743438165467894.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CzpPB_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb267X9kwjRoicJshpVrDNFxhQFmbeAmRbr-2Fwx-2Fbqs-2B35F4tlksxhYNMaROVb13VDzSelbemzdcfza1mW2bFXZwIzUasE5JXj7ZDAm6mapDgHPqFpqhWAKNAd6z8YGCLf9lG5tK1JnQ4Qcw00RasOti6 l4vKJ3hn0Nqzib18IKJXew3glaXqyu7QVLROz4TQY-2FR0CQbwkUbx825baJUFC8ugCpPeT32vbGS3PHR41YteYOF-2FQkHs015OOj0VpBIsggUqKZlDTiuSKFXHXZvMcoM0B2E4ZqOrgakuwWacm3g-2FQ6dtKs9Mm6ao1NXOaQOFFk2DLagv5mg4CfsO1P6qeCKA8 P2JGbG7YLT1y2TXNo6G4OsFuTrJwwUncrNKqY8U1hlxn6lvYfC68KCqjNQ4hfkg-3D> Author Plymouth Housing Redevelopment Authority Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... applicants from Ward 2 (southwest Plymouth) for the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA). One seat is available for appointment. Residents with an interest in serving are encouraged to apply by 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16. The HRA is a volunteer advisory board to the Plymouth City Council. The HRA works with Plymouth's housing and community development programs; administers federal, state and local grants for housing programs; and manages a few residential buildings. 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LMC City News Roundup for 3-31-25 From League of Minnesota Cities (newsroundup@lmc.org) View Full Report<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPorQFvo2nn3dr4pIQRJVcHF68DBOwXIPrZ-2BfbALoA6t1Wtv2LttbUsOvtJsdkB4XlNk-2BFKXgSdDC1MzG-2FKUZuE6rWaMmNobQmbfrom e1Hk5Y7eBW_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI -2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnnkSc-2Bh8AitJhP8w0EYNI-2Bav9fuOS6ALnx53uK8tsK U5QHYIZWMx-2B9b1IID9TXI-2FFMzHgUHKoGdWk-2F3VSpaazA4D-2BolG6UEssW5kj0FtG85NureCODPJjMEjTQABKZZV1Oyz4sOwG-2F1ololXevySl4YJuaKdyzOEf4zYyWgbiHsw-3D> LMC City News Roundup for 3-31-25 Total Number of Clips 72 1 Popular Mexican Food Truck Moves – Felt They Were “Not Welcome”<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu5ZCwovIsI0laiDzHIdDYG5qUjjZwxkNdK AMlZu5-2FnKp74HkQkOxnXiSTnhxQsLMxlYUS00GiWBw8kBGAsizcV7gHB_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI 8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6Q YPn-2B1EglJVajhbvnNwS2uXTByYa3GKQiIavpsIoGMEJGkTT2v4YAH3AtN6vEDqUvD-2BhgGcisrBQ8vhi27o1a0xshBJsZdG8aTNCPsNSV-2FC6Ms9O7U8u-2BD2zSa7yxmi-2BrlOVb0LMoLJqj6KPHtUtzb6tRIuAbgs3SCTh0XgwNRWMWmo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 10:26 AM CDT Category Digital News Source AM 1240 WJON<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqGS3D3vBPix-2F50iIcUrmb4-3DdqCa_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9O Iby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tC Y9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnmQ58EVgh9HbfhpJTRH64ncKB4qGsUHvIF665euMRsq5s0rUIokv6nqaKDxKDZdIiK0YZ4-2F4S-2FF1uGMtD9SD0TRgY-2BKcjTh8OBdxQ4OCkuR6k1KMsfgBd7N0db DfYTFjTE7ozdSAuhvl0EmlJeiFbKQ5wCfecZKV3XxrMKKwBK-2Fg-3D> Author Laura Bradshaw Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English ... a small town near there, but I have never been there. Now, I think a lot of people will be seeking it out. If you look at the comments on this post, you will see that it seems that the residents of Andover loved the food from this food truck, and wanted them to stay, but perhaps it was more of the City Council, and/or the people who approve the permits. Although, it also looks like NowThen is definitely happy to be getting La Troquita Del Sur food truck in their town. Lots of excited people planning to go there for lunch. It's just a shame that the people who loved the food truck in Andover (and that ... 2 Looking back on the 2025 Plymouth State of the City<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5hAflaLBwb1auyODprUpghQBHoZJJ18WCcrLHhMjXtE-2 BS-2F5nCtlUCc0f7Hi0wKh7jyrymPf16oRAPCsN9flEwm435_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcT BfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn2qv78a4 l-2BddDKrMmRsjrSfsS08CXtuVfnoi8p8R6zEWZg1Ov7L9-2B8TJBgafTtIiYK32kAi2A9B0pmThwBgik-2BicZ9-2B3W0IAbs2rK43PFTpvGAAIcPxlvVhliX2jm5B4l8edERWuJchfBjw1YBecGxS1a2MgeeEjhVx8qURyvxbY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d85d530d-eb2b-4e76-a287-e2f8db23d6de_1743438165465415.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:36 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CZEQu_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnHXLW5AvTcUVGD2gcAz0-2BeNE26-2B8HD7lDFFoKKE-2FkePIZf7xvUZXspDIinaXp4B2bGda-2FUDINyN-2BgrEDrikR9XpenYFfRo5 D59ELfU-2Bhk38hC7DJjtzu46Brco0ykkrGQUsdf8Las-2BpfC7dznDjU2lETuAPTG4FNGyYS2eVHoJvQ-3D> Author Natalie Cierzan Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Plymouth Mayor Jeff Wosje had some good news to kick off the 2025 State of the City on March 22: "I'm once again proud to report that the state of the city of Plymouth is strong." The news was met with applause from the audience gathered in chairs at the Discover Plymouth event in the Plymouth Community Center ... 3 2 billboards at issue on property in Rogers<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvRaQYChoWww8u-2FSsTUbJhrWp-2FMrIu7yxaXeAf78DCIZV5BFRVd cjb16XA61vIl7zOQsxy-2B-2BKK98JgOY2aOQS-2FphSrM_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBf OhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnhmuBcIZFy 0dyAWtmhRd9HY2P6cBGqzF-2Bv19jZ657cJqqzPaLT0ZEjAmYHBy6dEKcPj7Lg9QU78kPp4yFoDBICM8EXtNUZS2lSUKawpmzf9k-2BH9S5Nk6E3LLnM87Ir-2F1Dxn-2BX48L58pWkIdEuejg-2BTDtWj-2FFRN2nuFZxprCUWvSY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0e902ea3-dcf9-4f24-b313-fc80b49f1ba4_1743438165465486.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:21 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CzGa6_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnq4gzSN8B8fgerRsrgwHlZ-2F16rlXC-2FLCoIEvytUv3CE3JGkr8TJU1ODHVnyXgSvnlJo48igHbrhusTdT1cFy504bTfCVHW9I3Nu-2 FqtFs9bj0SnAe-2BCoPKiIOWDpYKvnM8Ee6gZua0tot4xrxB5s5-2B9y2DqajcTrrkyEe1nqap-2FN8-3D> Author Sue Webber Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Rogers City Council on March 25 considered and discussed but took no action on a request by the Rouillard family to extend the duration of billboards on city-owned property. In March 1996, the city entered into a purchase agreement and agreement for gift and donation of real property with Gordon Rouillard for the ... 4 Chatfield to Update Comprehensive Plan<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvmhkbxNa-2FRhO2TTfAWpKk5AT3hd2eSuw1IEq0XjI0mKkmaBWvvrCIuT0y zUxDYc-2FjIkKrVSgRB-2F7tLWEWnM4geW7wQ_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZt yobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2BMVY8nsZe4mF91U3 9CMqnMtsc4OU8GZyvX-2F80r9woHpF5rYSpGPTy9QwYt3M3Usc2BFHhs-2BDxdh-2FsE3O5iH-2FoLu1v1J3AryXZ-2FaVMyBZf48FawRFUPtBrcvx6U7cV6NfOpBTuWdjzDv74NDpVi94yyhkybJix1Yu3OaV5ooaBUA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:55 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELjolGi_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIi ehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u 8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn26A9o4RdJjjEvTHAhVwGSMCxLvCbSFsCWXVGtkmQSKzkqd2VCu1oOwjoYrTUG9gKu-2F-2BqBD4tE48uCxFR70498BrMZVpeAw lDuXPNiYU1o5aToSWoPupKSWnvEuOiauVU5bGYgBAqiwCFuQlU4yryQl9jvfKerEPXwUdwLZWMf9s-3D> Author Karen Reisner Market Preston, MN Language English ... total of $1,364 will be contributed from the Chill Fest book sale and a memorial. A donation in the amount of $50 was accepted for the fire department. The purchase of flower baskets and hangers was approved at a cost of $4,000. Approval was granted to apply for Grant Navigation Support from the League of Minnesota Cities. The grant is up to $5,000 to be used in a process to identify matching funds to city projects and to aid in the grant application process. The citywide rummage sale is scheduled for Saturday, May 3. Spring residential cleanup is scheduled for Monday, May 5. 5 Mystery, Fear Surround ICE Detention Of U Of MN Grad Student<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttNwweonapO401SIzoPKI6xGCfuPTNvtQ3dBqV zIB8K0OmItmdUH-2FDtGuabuhXDM2gPpzqBgFSLlRH-2FNBFMbLP2lkY4_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8 jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QY Pn-2F1EMGuk035IiXPMu3OTurRouuhssi0acwsbnn88Sb3b93d2Eg4UeI3zynAK19pyWHKLTskqflH40prY5feAUd2NJNHbQ-2BLtAKHySm8XWS-2FXI0jaqUbPm80668wrzIIaZ5Uv-2FRW-2BVbAusBQlaAM3HqpnYQTzHHKy1efTF-2FEJ63W8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/04d0167c-b059-48c5-b55f-6ddd149d6142_1743438165465532.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Patch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPi3pC-2FYGfprlNHo6C8GC3BoyLDlir-2FJf9cjGscG6vFzcMUcH_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnmTybBj0sBJRGayNTGD5A9cVqg86gWBbTS6ovsYaqCEAb2OQFVMF-2F3r2OIWxZ7oMdp6JOwVUBodMUzSXIJiX0UFsChhjfnd9-2FK1Qq WSo2F2OyemesjbtH3lTvogJ8m8jMi0EcJyLyID79B3y3KZiYwo5iKCmU6oURqwEMDAQyYEg-3D> Author William Bornhoft Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... ." Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said he is in touch with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. "The University of Minnesota is an international destination for education and research," Walz wrote on X. "We have any number of students studying here with visas, and we need answers." Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called the case "deeply troubling." "Educational environments must be places where all students can focus on learning and growing without fear," he said on social media. 6 Blaine approves contract for Water Tower No 2 improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttOSunT353cUKD5hKjCrxYjf-2Fa33kjeKHMAsZR c33ansiOHbaaJa6nzxYOEclftl9Ks5yiqFh0pxg3fNcWTfZQZGEYg_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbL WuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnyP H5P7A-2FM6c0xYtDcanbrc5fp7Nu94j-2FHYW7B-2BMQ2y2wsXGNv1mdEuiqefIDX90-2BMJjukQ5m0sxEwQNmlJgOn3MKYRx99AoQx6T3HLAmgUxc6fBoCZATsLd1bq4lEik1BPsqaOyfCIrqiW6SRT-2Bc-2FpJQTUdOQFglevADIK8HGC8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/f26fab73-0400-45ab-a9c6-e271030cdc3f_1743438165465570.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:25 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CZDP4_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnBOKEmySo2s-2F15gqebnlCBkw5HVL2xQE5TCg3EGQdalHi76AgAVfviOFYou3CO7s2dS2kbXDu2c-2FA-2FFPoePosRtTa6y83LiQiqX 16UyJ8V5Y1NyGWQosoE94e-2FqBDUbh2JBTH4037M4FMYKZbO68pAbneneC8I6xPOweriXNhpwU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English At the March 17 meeting, the Blaine City Council unanimously approved a bid from JR Stelzer for reconditioning improvements to Water Tower No 2, at a cost of just more than $1.1 million excluding contingency. Public Works Director Nick Fleischhacker said that engineering staff received bids on March 11, and that the tower was in need of re- ... 7 Reckless cyclists be warned: Edina looks to get a handle on dangerous e-bike usage<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts9arefvwaxibazx QAKopBjgwsAKpC9jFmRijM4Jl-2FIKMomqOYvoEkLh8zEGg2UdplCAlvoOdw803nbaTurkDJt_ECN_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAY Ux17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj- 2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnYyQp4bNt5EzO2pjrz9gAGKQpL9kt0KY8-2FbONnifcZd-2B-2BWy9DC2rYXv9uZQ46L59ht8I8z9iHgm62x6ZqaeXpgH6zQc5fDCTwIYYYGWlfGOBvrbLMgfTkBlQcMuosMhmHRmAGvM96H5su-2BnYyl7iW-2BBMTOBp6lpYlsfyhPkY JGx8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/20b08f81-0ff7-4eb8-a40b-a895f89340be_1743438165465614.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:11 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Sun Current - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErfC7bjEa3uwWvKESA7TOucWwmXJ7dgBQ048KBfsd-2B-2BAQ-3D-3DsQKH _xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2F gWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn0OYVRNqSn7MVxCqdSgkvQMghroFpwffta5V2YTSf4WBjLUA7ofgqocz fO34cO9M6Ur8qdhqK9gPcbcPyuQrGvf012msipc-2B-2FHRn-2FGw-2BPYTVRpB0kcJvbqfxq72OQvMnIY45Rcin3v20Gl95QgPwHfSAkDKKSuXsK22Qbna6vsnw-3D> Author Alex Kautzman Market Eden Prairie, MN Language English After receiving concerns from residents, the Edina City Council will consider updating its e-bike regulation ordinance to address reckless riding. Engineering Director Chad Millner and Edina Police Lt. Dave Venne offered an ordinance amendment during a March 18 meeting. The changes include a requirement that all e-bike riders obey state law; and a rule that ... 8 Businesses forced to vacate Alliance Bank Building by Monday<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsXjsg6ss4XLmyosF84ztxMZjXav2qfUWQgixJ cUxEM8jfPOpVSJxnjhb-2FnqYtU-2BDJck50mu5FR43Q7hFck0tITcFuR_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8 jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QY PnUyQKcdZuBZ3FPGzM8OGlKjAFuJ-2Fwf3hxhrbHRmq5AvJye9KCkj4dilCYZwBPASpkTLplNAnKHJwybpURFULMS2TEgRzWREdcUAZbQ0mC4gceMNtIlORInikucF3IHW8RNENawtlf0WARaPq71UokmGOzaqEAs-2FW5LRSRhsfMUrU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/15745877-56bd-41d1-8c42-89782f7309c3_1743438165465643.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:00 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DTi7j_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbt E84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5Rcxto I2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnVIid-2FZy8cPxDarMEfIdTu5wwMM-2FoPa6NsHgNI2bjXjH8qKVVZ96569DTsbVdvePmqRRTneu-2B2qPjYN3rbrrjEdlc6Dnd-2BVTX-2Fz02kT5bJgftLFuQLRXbCR15DEpsvyn cp99dRt7JcwNQKIwyHGmrRDM6z6rIAegrjseHR4aFy-2Bo-3D> Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... financial hardships due to the deteriorating condition of downtown St. Paul." Madison Equities told tenants to pack up and move out because utilities would be shut off. Tenants have told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS it's been an emotional rollercoaster, and they're frustrated with a lack of accountability. Mayor Melvin Carter called the situation "frustrating and unreasonable," and the city negotiated with utility companies to keep the lights on until the end of March. RELATED: St. Paul mayor stepping in to help tenants at Alliance Bank Center after being told to vacate Last year, ... living conditions were reported inside. That resulted in the building being transferred to temporary ownership. Lowy residents were eventually displaced after months of failed safety inspections led to the building being condemned. RELATED: 'Rodents, insects and feces' just some of what St. Paul mayor found in downtown apartment building I 'Some of the most disgusting conditions I've ever seen': St. Payl mayor condemns owner of Lowry Apartments I Judge orders management responsibilities to be temporarily removed from owner of Lowry Apartment building I Lowry Apartments in St. ... city workers to return to the office. Gov. Tim Walz announced just last week that state workers must work in person at least half the month starting June 1. Starting Tuesday, St. Paul city workers will also have to work at least three days each week at the office after an order made last year by Mayor Carter. RELATED: Workers to return to downtown St. Paul under new state policy I Government workers push back on Walz's return-to-office mandate I Gov. Walz: State employees required to work in-person for at least half of scheduled workdays Madison Equities hasn't responded to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS' ... 9 Contract with new trash hauler to begin Tuesday in St. Paul; Mayor Carter advocates for garbage truck dispatch center<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLB cgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttd9ckmkibxBr7DfDJUCjG1i7PnQMw8UhBlBJLhshfRoEIvA4G2cDNSN5hnQtIqne58TEDukTIPyE-2FT2rSZCPGHRxX0_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KH Wa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juT BTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2B0-2BCBDjkPTbQMMICIiHdq1Cr2KFIHl3sVNmpZUtYH4FkulCGl1nZFp73WmuUYpSSm7p8nk5faGPgOxQDD0gEMJqnzeZr3TmsXtA62k9OPBuMuJ9cDiUecoJCo6Z1jlHF5NhGnfA0Qc GK-2FHugC2Av-2FeIh0qMJtpCk1kM8rEIJ-2B0g-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a23a2c59-f105-46f8-a5e9-93ee16832b81_1743438165465726.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:00 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DLa2__xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbt E84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5Rcxto I2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnOqzHGUbR5R2cMWebVEGymLOThXVWwRqLO57ko0AoIelOqw7uyEpR6QrWP9EGTFoEhofzFo8R-2FZ3tk-2BwVrnMgLYUGtiNH7PvcfSBwI8NSdllFujSROsShaB5XRCsqr6jaLc6U0 g0cwDeDrOEvLCd3UHCGECPYGSaXTgGWaDTrqSE-3D> Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... 's contracts with five different waste haulers expire Monday — but a contract with a new contractor, FCC Environmental, will begin Tuesday. City officials decided last year that garbage collection should be done by one company after years of disputes. Mayor Melvin Carter pointed fingers at the City Council, saying they "plunged the city into crisis" after they voted no on a garbage truck dispatch center earlier this month. The facility would be a place for trucks to fuel up, get washed and park overnight. City Council members say their "no" vote stemmed from neighbor concerns for ... both the environment and pedestrian safety. Council President Rebecca Noeker has stated despite the "no" vote, FCC Environmental will still begin picking up trash throughout the city beginning on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Carter is urging City Council to reconsider its vote on the garbage truck dispatch center, writing in a letter that it isn't clear how the new trash company can serve the city. He even went as far as to say he isn't ruling out declaring a state of emergency. 10 Waconia eyes largest project in city history<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt6YIjk1VJ3O1mCr4B6SnQlfI1jSu12vhiMXz99Nh6DL0iZYDz4Bx 1t-2BSheWcnvi5s8rnPBs5MCJ5hiKMk-2BjkS-2B2GW8_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOh XNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnKKgTZsDcdaz YdhMri8zp0e8oDtMK-2FglGGOA0m-2F60NzGHHZFe4wXrlMNgLMk4ItJGEL-2BtX9obReB84OaXQXOMlEwmhKIuxwVivezqttVhZQDbCRc8EuH4yc3xZ20xdMEifwEXwgKJq5gvQyLpK2p1F-2B2RvyFBPbWsdNEPqu2EMaU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/181e8a42-3363-461e-b9dc-2086842d3f76_1743438165465771.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:58 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CIyqc_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn9y7km3uIoV1qXaCX0SEr-2BkwgTE7jX4hhkFF3LCjpLBawyNRbLToDzZeBYyWPSUI0TqzJrQxTYRQSPVDuaZr4bNqTemKKZB8JalXsTo FUe6gxNSqWs-2FVg5XYeed-2FOtxhp-2F6RhGXmxMkoywIq8qoSzZTVQSzMGNs0w6jwgqM5POR8-3D> Author Al Lohman Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Proposed construction of new water treatment plant carries $23.7M price tag If Waconia proceeds with the construction of a new water treatment plant, it would be the biggest project in city history at an estimated $23.7 million. At its meeting March 17, the city council authorized seeking a request for professional services to administer design and construction of the new facility. The action follows a water supply study and subsequent discussions about expanding the city's water system to accommodate future growth. While city leaders indicated no decision has ... 11 Caledonia Interviews Engineering Firms, Hires Parks & Recreation Manager<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvxGY-2BqGSEdBOHa5ecqpC4e L-2Fkg31j5Og-2FEP7Z9A9WsJQQ8VIfGfWXtjMpeFc8gUbvDZMdHZokE0v1GmaTak7D-2B6QhI_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx1 7Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BS C54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPntKEIINl3enW6bwoIRtL8RL7foCIDVYQHSKeikxjd8qT16lY8-2F2TJr0zt26xElBQD8Qt6ePUs-2BIjvQ0gC3j0QsPL5GuKio2BCJcY5KJ0MCK7-2Fqa-2Fs6jyg3DTJ88hWW6jEULC4-2BRqkB-2B5qwV-2FHNJN6T5PyeyWp0VyXKPHe6B eQboA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELjl2Zp_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIi ehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u 8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnbiVtyBtQ7xVuf8PwoMdPncmbXpQ7EUSULRcM7ZUvCxV-2FKZSGf-2FUGZWLo88z7nogjeQSjFPwdEUTEDqm6-2F8Hi4HAxb5WF 0Xx-2BmTdfBeWq-2FLuT4UMB3JQxXaj-2F-2BrtSwsg23GqX2TKHmx62iuoEoLChkQ7OKTqdJGGO54Ku8xobCUQ-3D> Author Charlene Corson Selbee Market Preston, MN Language English ... during the council's regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025. Brownsville resident Aleigha Burg with SEH out of La Crosse, WI, was the first interviewee. From left to right, Public Works/Zoning Director Casey Klug, City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson, Bob Klug, Amanda Ninneman, Mayor Jeremy Leis, David Fitzpatrick, and John Rauk. Photo by Charlene Corson Selbee Caledonia City council members interviewed three engineering firms – WHKS, SEH, and Davy Engineering – at the council's March 24 meeting to serve as the town's civil engineer. The city's current civil engineering firm ... , Bolton & Menk, was unable to attend the meeting and will be interviewed at a later date. After introducing themselves and their organizations, Mayor Jeremy Leis asked each firm the following questions: 1. What sets you apart from other firms as the best choice for the city of Caledonia? 2. Costeffectiveness is the primary reason for this search. How does your firm prioritize cost-effectiveness for municipalities? 3. How does your firm advocate ... committee. More than 20vendors have been secured and will set up on South Kingston Street during Founder's Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m, on Saturday, June 14. Dickson explained that he traditionally presents the request to close the streets for Founder's Day to the council for approval in April. Mayor Leis expressed his appreciation for efforts to enhance the event. Public Works/Zoning Director Casey Klug reported that his departments are engaged in spring cleanup, street sweeping, cutting and trimming trees, and addressing the March 19 snowfall. City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson ... 12 Rushford Approves Police Cameras<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvwRuqmxzI1dUczKEqgcx4cId1m4u9UEMf5HYetlVBPajgzqgCPk6LgeRedQxHT46 ouT-2FobhxHyYaCTZZYfgLbbgDP-_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2F EWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnTFpi1ntLBNs7iuOyE-2FGc5NmeW g0asrYu5QpuqNI7fdb-2FYF2dfbgaLh0iVDg9boVPPzSX3-2FTmQNhAsAfdS7vSJrT-2Fnw7VNsgIA8QDFi1gg-2FNz0o1ofgkhLh1NTmuZ9L9-2B2WvDRXiem0Xe9QRXWwve9AnvHQcg2mI4e71-2F7-2FnpwW4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/84428f88-b473-4b0f-9b72-d5baaa4b6665_1743438165465805.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELj4kAU_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIi ehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u 8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnDwxrsabhe4VGqHd-2F4PrWfmilPXOMukTpVDdamqIqAsoDHhLm9hPfu3G-2FthwHxL4VOOUBTevAHHPo6vP16P9aWR8zBM7P3i NMHCpZRlNJgCn-2F-2BsaEISih7Vp0HCtQMYRAPUv2LRl1xZJCu6IVdVdKAVx5RGZztRxZ-2Fp8vx431PNU-3D> Author Kirsten Zoellner Market Preston, MN Language English Rushford Police Chief Adam Eide, center, discusses body worn cameras at the March 24 council meeting. Also, pictured, form left, are City Administrator Tony Chladek and Councilors Jim O'Donnell and Sally Ryman. Photo Kirsten Zoellner The Rushford Council listens to updates at the March 24 meeting. Pictured, clockwise from left, are Councilor Sally Ryman, Mayor Terri Benson, and City Clerk Kathy Zacher. Photo Kirsten Zoellner After careful ... 13 Mankato unveils proposed vehicle noise ordinance<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsYxiYyO-2F9UOzTXny3LZHOofxUeThALlqXbiQCkbm1zFVqe VM67YUhzvIyMASMOstMGq4i8FBXZQwxkmWeMatqiSb0P_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOh XNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn4qOvVFJEBEQ qe4x4st4jtF3aiRzSs32NE2Mp83dlRQPqLorN8-2Fv-2BUVAdnPrfN8PEij7dmjmLjCstpRSYJNI31zBYOwcX6r-2F1all63AJFZJ6MeYKzXV65whgGJw2ZAcHOXfj7iZFfYQN0juJXgpJICBWmCi9F1H2iSpdmCcDi-2FsE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/47b81d1b-e3bd-4942-b1a8-717fc30edafb_1743438165465877.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:32 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAf7uB_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hh p6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn474NHFLIw4XLR-2BRVTKyIFp0JDRld5o66n3f-2FjKQWEt-2FdH5IlvC-2BapcTMyoQjxO42WMxpCfPfe8J9xRT0xA8OOFVWr83QY GiibVGRCn68TJ-2FS1gSbqhqWN8COBvyXPCJ5fR0sVS0e9rRK6FX0wy-2Fj1YaaTd9n3PHk-2B6343dIIgLE-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English MANKATO — A new ordinance banning excessive vehicle noise could be approved by the Mankato City Council in less than a month despite skepticism among city leaders that the rules will be enforceable. The issue has been debated on and off for about two years, first arising when residents in new subdivisions along Highway 22 complained about truck noise — particularly semis using engine-retarding ... exhaust from any motor vehicle except through a muffler that effectively prevents abnormal or excessive noise and complies with all applicable state laws and regulations." The ordinance also states that "Vehicle Noise Laws Enforced" signs "may be installed at locations deemed appropriate by the City Council." But the ordinance doesn't require signs and states that its provisions would be in full force even if no signs are erected. (0 Ratings) 14 Deal with Sanimax could bring better smelling days to South St. Paul<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu71E8pMBEVtT919HR-2BXjZQ1hoi D-2Fr5EqXfhY2beopt-2Bt-2BexXbVk5rnFIbC-2BDtnpSN9s7Z79pkpDD7x8VrQSBHcgGlm_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17N p3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC5 4vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnmxcyWxO6rMuNWZhRbDdlU5ulmOYqHvw60-2FiEIpxaoeNZdP-2B13jnqhwEhNBPXuM-2Fn-2FC9SKc8IUZcH-2FXvR9-2BihX6Gm0ivLViWI3VufGAacXG50JT8aErJyB1xn7BT63e0NPzsNk6YJQLr1f-2F7XIEeznj23DaTy8dKg4OUeooE5 2yU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0103ea7c-d320-4d82-885d-6fcc2322dde6_1743438165465930.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:02 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FoA7a_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9 tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrd P6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnmVYeS-2FnPHXKYzIpds7doR8OwrJMGlClrqA6ry3y-2ByhodFqjTrJJqws2C1qjl2gissab1X1VS-2BjhJLjNeVIaoiejDJ RTBU1O7KwBMeEWtzFoUlB5AE1rjqMhP4doJ5cpPdozzY4A-2FPnG9eWe8taBoW5RY4JTpD3FDOLokFWT6U4w-3D> Author Eva Herscowitz Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... years-long legal battle with Sanimax over its challenges to the city's odor ordinance and zoning code. Leaders hope it represents an enduring solution to a nose-wrinkling problem that has dogged the city for years. "I'm confident [the company's] intent is for the future and for fixing the issue," Mayor Jimmy Francis said. "I know it's been ours this entire time." A Sanimax spokesman, echoing the mayor's message in a statement, pointed to the company's ongoing efforts to reduce the plant's impact on residents. The settlement, the statement continues, "is another positive step ... 15 Session crossroads: Deadlines loom, budget decisions near, sports stadium requests simmer<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLYWpqU XJUpTskqyAx0WTUTB-2FnM6-2BVl3nhctdFWbPj4VZdXQNoX-2FN-2BtaHVDRe0vD82LGm1k50XU436y6Rvw3ZEt8h6_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZ K4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUu p4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPntdx7oNkgDCi-2Fst6lr3Zxm5M1rCAWj1aR-2BpPDxjmNiF3tzJW4dutp0qJzUkf8Cqf6-2FdzudWLlFo9IMvmr7Z-2B6-2ByAf-2Fytqj6OQSlQ3wKZhYOUuDQ11rruC6vKjiEDWXeTa7GT2RzOKrYSQo4MNUCWZise EOzcT3O8UBinV6NUj0-2B8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c4b8fdd9-9e20-49b3-8f48-14ea3e8981f0_1743438165465980.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3DYrRT_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v 6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQ sjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnBVWYCHESbL-2FRedwDvWMMRk8zOzFOq2BDqmOIyWD5-2BFkJdY0eaQAYVnZWKyj1AW6zISaQkwV4G20Tz435jCt4ggv80W3WNF9SZK-2B-2Fcn6cJM5U1 2Bn24b-2FetLXhMSFxCwvF1CBByhzgLU-2FBMsgd7MLpiT9vV3hk1-2BBOzFvMme6uuk-3D> Author Peter Cox Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... going to argue that that's a pretty good investment," said St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, talking about a $769 million project that would revamp the Xcel Energy Center, the Roy Wilkins Auditorium and the RiverCentre. Flanked by supporters at a news conference, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter urges the city council to pass his budget compromise proposal on Dec. 11, 2024. Matt Sepic | MPR News St. Paul and the Minnesota Wild are asking for around $395 million from the state to fund the renovations "It's a large number until you compare it to the number and problem we'd be trying to figure out together if we ... 16 Former Area Mayor to Chair Minnesota DFL<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvdw8WBEyN-2BEkTcdn9tzGLJXendJUxCbVw2C6saMIDAV-2Bg3ucYlYb Mpe0BcIozViJqfzVARPC0ArFCPu65MuqGk0svO_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZ tyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn3RgXy6rAzJ91DLv91 mC3RSrLCsnl3b9-2FS-2BloKDd-2BTTwz-2FD3fqUYXbfqKMZv8qc0YpPbCEBeMlqOCNVLQW8PJbIMoJ7v-2BRVDrHTiOmHVWJeo2QzwC03CjV-2B1lg6-2Few4E20rVsJxgvvRKNIfijyXQnJqTaMT4ASLiu-2FeXZwcCrND8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9f20bfbe-92cf-4bf6-bc58-21542498d035_1743438165466009.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KNSI<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPumesAAuRj0LoXwA7-2BTIAEQ-3Dw8wo_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trld btE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5Rcx toI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPne4S8f7PaaBJrD1b9t6sU7Vo94rferNyv-2B6szBfyGzDun6IYFqw2Z-2BPFew62xbQxRjqcKWICbL4JoyEIDMcDA9QnMRh24mh9NoUGng2fjFEvpbjg39hFM8GmdH7Mhagr2WsP sM3ShA9disFjDYwHjUErmiX1ylh62Bl2FuwvwAsk-3D> Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English _ 17 New ordinance to require cannabis, hemp businesses to register with the city<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsbCeMg0Il-2FVJ-2F9-2 ByiZgzrKGRlRty2PBf-2Fp6UV5Pp79Dm3rwZyFRvNMWwAAVokhCZK860IDWevs0nVQvAmWsQ-2Ff_EPL_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mK kAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34 pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPntuXx-2FKrmRjKv1Mrjw7sTldgWmSKKgQr1eUWYrTjhr1WPhOLwg7hfAXl3c12haecSsel8ZDRKnYhbQGlXPrgJyVuEoPZBgWVb4ZBNZ4yoQVVGPJIug-2FqTY9VflUtgV4SZqM9vYXshK7mRjz1jhUYfKFohmmNAlBb4ACiqLiD7YI 4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/2693a6dc-fad9-4cd9-b368-81d7aa7f18b2_1743438165466033.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:41 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3D4Lpb_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9 OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7t CY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnl5Pvh0QLO-2FJES0jv-2F1HnMbYL2ggkfiNy9aURAQaKZpoIIdBLEddT-2BjnMLKB59lSeuBB0KrpYDQWZE-2Fcm9dqJH0G-2BGW1wMZRNlfsMyDrFy3ukIb8nk-2B JyCvVODJrFBSUe1CESFxtuGwB2Z9Jh2W0yTMqEK88aGHKIAbGQNt1tPOU-3D> Author Katrina Bailey Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The Minneapolis City Council is considering a new ordinance requiring cannabis and hemp retailers to register with the city. The ordinance would codify state law passed in 2024, Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management spokesperson Jim Walker said. Under the ordinance, businesses without a license may be inspected and fined. ... City staff will present the ordinance to the City Council's Business, Housing & Zoning Committee on April 8. Zoe Thiel, manager of the city's Small Business Team, said it is the local government's responsibility to register all businesses in the city that sell cannabis and hemp products. While adult-use cannabis is not sold in stores, THC derived from ... 18 Minneapolis mayor says homeless encampments numbers down ‘significantly’<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttjc801AY6qX0y7jNOH3Nidt- 2B-2BBbu7SrbHJXdGgIxfXEC4OearnluHH1yLvLxAduNGIOhGB2AZ9lTGuvOPPCLG3MMOZ_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3 b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54v VLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2FAwfF6ZnU3vLBvbjb32wZugeO-2FhWIMrevUmLANYp5CzP-2FMmQ-2FNZeRtEKlqUbpeyG5qYjSEf9sItMzv7nhXTVx5bNfdhH7NX4i-2BSiULf0SUll02zhvJ-2BtV-2BGwN2CxvbnShsxT-2BM2KZwPciC9-2FUU9SEFq-2BlQkuTuDSEx8U YpL3kCE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9c3602b0-d2ca-4c0d-9fb8-35e272bbf0a1_1743438165466061.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 7:16 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3Dkuev_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbt E84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5Rcxto I2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnoSRkHnWo5LvT4x5JIchqMy46gh8-2FyN3PLRrZ4F-2Fy9MJvLZeBf1qSqOJ21yoaGKqsZGtOE65Yn-2F5YvEIij6V795pLvINjtUvnsZU5vmgBsKaNXEYtCKZcYJunhNLlyLrgRXV FzPCZnoyk2LabPQyCVxRC-2FyI4DcsZrWIuz0LFIPk-3D> Author Jay Kolls KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS that over the past five months, the number of people living in homeless encampments has dropped "significantly," and so has the number of corresponding violent crimes that plagued neighborhoods where the encampments popped up. "It is a world of difference," said ... Mayor Frey. "We have an HR Team, a homeless response team, that is going out and both providing shelter and housing options. We're producing more deeply affordable housing than we ever have before by a longshot." Frey told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS there are currently 32 people in homeless encampments compared ... 19 Counterpoint: St. Paul does face critical issues, but its City Council members are far from ‘unserious’<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j 7DfIUNtumlQkRaK0EKor-2Fk0BDqQGCx-2FwRoM7WWjw0B6tcSqtAHSQn4yD36Daj-2FxGqW-2FSVV5JCbUwB1Vz4xBhcm0-2BKQtkv4xzs_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72j kQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs 0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnyMl4Ifs8-2FAiAAlQyt1sSsLoAZYkz-2FCI9irZCqUCKB1pVOTW1msICYPG4yR4RrPaMoyQyH1b9hVojbVnFR-2BiCum5qqGVE9YyQe-2FJJU41c7KelE3IDupdRIO0p6B8rrGAQmabBjPS-2BQ raJohho4WWSxa5VKsUiioANcmtWAx44l1w-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0fa3ccf9-f330-4011-96be-e1b7b0bbd2a5_1743438165466094.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:34 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FgXlF_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9 tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrd P6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnBR6aXt5Cml6UB8DgDPqWdoYgXqRYmPbP4OAZO85hL-2Fu5m58NoDRMSV4c5tyyqmJdz-2B7E3NfAbzxD3aZdN3rYVPgUohW 09iWPFmKSlhJ2htO-2F7iK3hmAzQbYWmRMJ-2FGDJgxruSq8HtmUsYvl-2FRkrHbo4-2BaUQ2hnvFeEEmN3G5IUc-3D> Author Rebecca Noecker Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Opinion editor's note: Strib Voices publishes a mix of guest commentaries online and in print each day. To contribute, click here. I'm in my third term on the St. Paul City Council and I'm proud to serve with such an experienced and thoughtful group of colleagues. Our council members are engineers, entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders with a passion for community service and a vision for our city. They are a far cry from "unserious." Brehm is right to point out that there are ... to expand our tax base and boost our economy by attracting new companies and making it easier to develop businesses and housing. We need to provide excellent public services and make it easier for people of all income levels to call St. Paul home. At a strategic planning retreat last month, the City Council spent 12 hours over two days discussing these challenges and developing a strategic plan in response. The plan has five priority areas — climate, housing, economic development, fiscal resilience and public safety — and we are moving them forward with urgency. My council colleagues Saura Jost and ... St. Paul, and we've created a new $1.4 million Commercial Corridors Fund to support small businesses. We allocated over $1 million in our 2025 budget to a downtown office-to-residential conversion program that will incentivize developers to give new life to vacant downtown office buildings. And the City Council returned to work in the office four days a week in January 2021. 20 Workers run conduit for new red light traffic cameras<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuzo02JCCopk-2BplJ34-2BVJWEzFwmWESX78-2FUXjN x-2F2BnpxjXA7jH-2FQ1cCM72NlF24DO0CGZM-2FcNRnjXjYaN7ALlvGSN9_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTt I8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6 QYPnGkMpL-2BxEU3sYOizc7InAVj1h9PwgjNbegIIBsjgiqyFKJiUGMOQBkSf0hg9Nl2MHV8gSNt4fBCeDEbPblJ4WW3Uzv3XUjrc4DiJLfrYHkAVLEkkWiqqVFP-2FC7w4S6JmUf1s6Xhv-2FHLE3wOdrHFh44wuVA7So-2BhqRKTftA-2FA-2Fvh8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c8d58d5c-f261-4215-a282-08f4755dc833_1743438165466138.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source VoiceofAlexandria.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjHW1GEpemjosAj6nMrXBjqzdYayuZcQyAbHCchTrjR6W9Js_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehug uOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp 6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnPm3PDKTfLc1T-2F38b4yT3hC4XgH8s4DzjIZ63ZJzJhpsE-2BXBpOWst-2BwOzLNF6MPUmZJUNwtCU37G96dUfnLvWvJsVF9E8JjL2 m2fap5TeoYIcm2CMOcCpRFVc4weMjc-2BbltkM10vEUfLJzYooOccnJOgKXkc-2F8BlmBZUxPj2V6Hk-3D> Author MIRA SCHMITT-CASH Market Alexandria, MN Language English ... day grace period will not receive tickets, according to Pursell. Once that period ends, any driver found to violate the state's red light laws will be issued a civil ticket – not criminal – for $100. A normal criminal citation for running a red light, Pursell said, is $210.25. A certified Waverly police officer will decide whether a ticket is issued or not, Pursell said. If a violation is deemed to have occurred, a ticket will be issued to the registered owner of the vehicle. Tickets can be contested in the given time frame via the courts or by contacting the police station in person, by email or mail. ... 21 64 lots approved in Meadows of Otsego<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsdvnKcy8QranUpZWrU4DTnTuV92-2BTFspwbegaC-2BDs1gNPs5DpePwr5j 3rB6bxcVyhQV53FD3GZlLxuIV3YSY-2FaXdD0_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZt yobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnHgffiJsvvFu2Cb2dRf aLDTpejsaKkssign-2B4Y1pxCg0dGaiU-2Btu6JlxBbWY5RwPZf8h9YOKZp7W6Sjwm81hxUvmAjTnwVGoJwU0hAjozTewbVuBEn62rZIEEKYn-2F6n8hGOMTbhMd8V8qBzWfPT1RzmptMOdIWe19CQ3Pe4mOHgA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/12cf1836-df9d-457c-a3af-9fa4f02bcb74_1743438165466173.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CxVG3_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn3-2FY0EITBtdVtBDY0uQgnk7AOPoxd7RPpdPR98s9zNMALjhIgaS4XT3hgcGU2iDvlUbQAboK5cm0uXXG5jpoMMuYz2uTmPF7kK-2FvF 9EQfqRE8xoRZM9GfGCOms-2F46JlA50vSkNfn4UNZXEbYhTuM-2Fa9bNuBhRdHqKBWKgCD6eppw-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Final plans for 64 single-family lots in the Meadows of Otsego 2nd Addition have been approved by the Otsego City Council. The new lots will be located near the northeast corner of County State Aid Highway 38 and Odean Avenue. 22 Entry doors will be replaced in buildings<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsv30LmNxTZFemaDG-2FCh5lo-2BGOGljzU6CsxTSQHiZGEIJgb-2Fej aefpNewSPvDuCM0qtSxi5aDmXIgdWcANaurhwfvkP_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNw MwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnKDbBuLAM6VNer1 j5cOD0EzjVKSx8nNHh6PmGy-2B9lIlrjYvLFgIAdDrglj6JBs1JdqRveeBhwKxk210hfheU-2FdcYM4eo6dTusTjesw2cZbfEx8vfxUU1c1u0QduDk0mYQgVFNhO1GFTtpoFd4cB07wzifo7HcCyV1EpgkRkZfEOE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/34112afe-1dc1-47ae-9f40-1b72e42ebfa7_1743438165466208.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0C7WYT_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn1pq2BEMheM5o6EiT-2FVCsDSuS-2F08pf8R6DsRz-2BjTqQAI7-2FuISrAJe1pb0r0WO-2Fcm-2B6-2FH5e8tf2SekxAVqk6LwlPhQ90 KR60Ik-2F96ul-2F9eJ-2BGnXqZfQ5PJjDk-2F3S5XoflLgjq8-2B-2BKYmdp8cxc5OwhncQA5navmO8UULUvD7Ro1YCw-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Fifteen exterior entry doors will be replaced on two city buildings in Otsego, at a cost of $68,735. The project includes replacing the doors, frames and hardware on all steel doors accessing Prairie Center (four doors) and Public Works (11 doors) as they are in very poor condition, according to city documents. The new doors and frames will be upgraded to galvanized steel and painted once installed, 23 Otsego City Council accepts $75,585 quote for well<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsQ4eJzTMUnT0-2FPkEJ6kZkSnUDHTzJklk0h19bF-2B30k 7CWq4nfe2idoJeNtA89fy-2F6PVoS-2B398cfzlQLeX1Yv4uhYqC_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLW uPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnEUL UtnuiIEg5o-2Bw8Kgb0h0VNL1e5pSJYhd1gMrmrDqQVmDmAv7ql8vZaNuJqt235OtZu78kh5yXQVPzM9LBgBvI6NDMmm7fGBSudjjl1Z6JkP9JzsVlzrBLyExgZawB4D3aIcoUmyZmP5oy9XjyDsw8Tqsc4uP-2FDq0nQqtiub7k-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6ad1390c-e02c-4579-b06b-54a9c3399524_1743438165466242.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CuVjr_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnXyXU0S2lF21Ao5dqExvfOiC2U6ToP8Qga6jPc6vslvWZXHqDMb5VBfjujKSpYL0JGEvv4MDz6bFS-2BLeqd2NCwiOVdKyBrKO8xwaFvF SqevGa3bWv8Qc0Bz0bEcPp4n-2Fw3dTXMT0v0d2BMVEgxZkL-2BMmOAWChDL25Ooa0MopI9MU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Otsego City Council has accepted a $75,585 quote for a monitoring well from Traut Companies of St. Joseph. Quotes were sought from four contractors and two sealed quotes were received. The Traut Companies' quote was the lowest. The other quote was for $109,000, according to city documents. 24 Falcon Heights moves to charge $25 for MN State Fair street parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvduKFO31q494d9j-2FKXbsONE-2Bn PVfTP0289xaC8IroTYBC5Uy9TqjsuHwteEDzfBoG4blHLn3qL-2B8aUxkoHTpEPMGdw_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2 FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLa yiUd3xK6QYPnmbCqoSTXdSRdN8zzcuBZZogMtaPP8OhU-2FVUy08taSoPI73DRDZwLMYTx0gyKxkRb8X5FH2-2Fps6bXx3YcCREKvfrS8iBoxuyojwKYgsmFCdd3BUpWb8wMyHehmXoWpWa7j7aeb6xT5yexdyqfE6LDPjZdLEK4BxF8N3ykf1EGnBg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/186eabef-8bf1-40ed-8283-d7e1c113263a_1743438165466278.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 11:58 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Bring Me The News<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPvbGF0zVf0kTnNCM-2Fmi8ms7emwcGBlytxdrWlNu-2BqHKnuMXV_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehug uOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp 6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn4zxYpnfOOl7Hg9cyaiAtYLNvO2L-2B95JKnpCcmdGO4WrU8dKcbd6J-2BJNcQyzptCDIRMgbsUYj2mhPOL6oWsq1-2FxYtabhtM077 3cIfZhreWdCNMJtIS9HXMEasZbR3wim-2BAa5RyZEPM3fHLKfRwKgkynuVXciywkO8-2F-2Fg-2BgfqXKXg-3D> Author Declan Desmond Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... parking to visit the Minnesota State Fair, expect to start paying $25 a day for it in the near future. Melissa Turtinen Though street parking during the Great Minnesota Get-Together has long been free in Falcon Heights, a plan to start charging daily parking fees is now moving forward in the city council. At a hearing last Wednesday, council members approved two motions: one to change city ordinances to allow for electronic parking meters, and another that allows the city to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile, a pay-to-park app. Per MPR News, a city task force aimed at exploring the issue told ... 25 Playgrounds in Alexandria's Fillmore Park tabled by Alexandria City Council<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtstWJnghUFBnEEIKCB-2BU Gpq7z-2B0LNNyzXoPGfbD-2B0g6LJi8cRdwFxvGD4Ad-2FU7U5pRjun7dP5Ql5Ooi99j6bCW3wGnz_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAY Ux17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj- 2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPngqLzMYoK8HV26JW4sKDWhM9MnPHKcrJUqQm6zh0gjw93-2BcLrEGTVegIs-2BBaF8xm-2F43AtJ7xYVqtTQBO19VZCiEz-2BmM8u-2FoRzB0cYmMmT1B44X3-2Fvr0BRHVtAGfbaV6x5qUjoc82a-2FAPeZoABMtHID4TF9Zb5-2BSpzt YvXMEwJMtQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e4ebed03-e883-4eee-b98a-28efff16b582_1743438165466334.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 11:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Echo Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPoE877-2B4eF2Ny8WrKMlp9MG4iD2M0L0-2Blja3HHObmZRHNRV2_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2F RMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTd hIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnMe8mY6SfuAe-2FzfPVx0Nkq-2BIaSILKJqRRAsUb9DhEnwKRDcniCkXhQlXYhK4rvOEETBiwG-2BFbnyZhycjVpdruLen2B6Hqk8G9dodbekR ECz721wZrgPCcg5ZirLqxPG-2BOoEsFjowZJ7adIiA-2FMqslg5abrTQNT36lq0Ld6T5jjcg-3D> Author Al Edenloff Today at 11:03 AM Market Alexandria, MN Language English ... Manager Kreg Anderson. In a related action, Anderson received permission to sell the existing plow with proceeds off-setting the cost of the new plow. Any revenue from the sale will be placed in the Airport Improvement Fund. Go-Kart ground lease renewed The council authorized the mayor and city administrator to execute a Go-Kart track lease with Runestone Go-Kart Racing, Inc . When the City and the Douglas County Agricultural Association exchanged property last year at the Fairgrounds, the City Council approved the assumption of three leases in which DCAA had been the lessor. One of the leases is ... site and they pay the utilities on the site. It's also responsible for all maintenance of the property, including mowing. RGK must carry insurance for their activities and list the city as an additional insured. Trustees appointed for fire department relief association The council appointed City Administrator Marty Schultz and Mayor Bobbie Osterberg to serve as municipal trustees for the Alexandria Fire Department Relief Association. They will join Alexandria Fire Chief Jeff Karrow, who is also a trustee. City code amended The council gave preliminary approval clarifying the city code procedure ... 26 Deer River City Council accepts proposal for new city attorney<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshKhYmOGpc40n6X-2F-2Bhnb65OUYJxB1U Yr7S-2FJhOodRS-2BeFRkkgUIY4UPXoXq9r9TncJCOLNl7GWn2K1JAJ5qOTlFFCX_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN -2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiU d3xK6QYPnHePp5QsDUQjOhtUkk0KttKs1bTVnJ-2BeRlPTbCzVHQjJEK4-2BQ37zR-2Fv1Emi523jhjZ5QI3Tb3eMgH1EVkDbCcWYIQ8bhh0KNbaxQ5Lp0WZe8DHDbg7XtWVOsAksULLUKXAcs79QYR4VD1hygt57Iu90rtwAI5Ocw3f9HJGSNdfTA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/839af84d-245a-49df-8619-881b1c834f71_1743438165466369.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 9:49 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Grand Rapids Herald-Review<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkULVM49mtnKqRGfbngYk-2FAHU2v-2B0q93NFmdyEhOi8AQQNXY_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSr l9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwR rdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnACpqzGjahhAaEKZdO5lLAWnTqHnRycOUEFQDy19u79N629ode-2FdBVivdt2DsofwGI77pjaIGNMlYL4jU4zLphMZOKOB HGjVq-2FQUtb2W69m6EccVJS-2Fm2yZYQi5qocVb3JZw-2BQUDo6BX9Jo65uFXfYdv5WNFvJvhAZO3Wmz0LpFc-3D> Author Kacie Kaufhold For Herald Review Market Grand Rapids, MN Language English Deer River City Council held their regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6 p.m. The minutes and bills for $50,771.93 were approved. Aaron Michels submitted his proposal to become the city's criminal prosecution attorney. After discussion, a motion was made to accept the proposal and sign a contract ... 27 On your mark, get set, detour: Construction season starts April 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsEU-2FbbiIJMPzq5izUC-2BJuC2fsL Mde-2F7sFoz7J4Lgu-2FMGSnCaeruzSXswb456m1QMm9xCY4obVIDcsHm5hPIGK4BGQ7_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b- 2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVL ayiUd3xK6QYPnbtCgbFvC944QZI5qUl-2BQLs-2FhiMH1WOGEc6QO8uRrCgIGDKPOYnmFMsRDCWX5dENvLGjveEKUjIR-2F657SxUCoY3d7I67jxHoZ3Op5mvyRIz7AzAckwUFVnHfZlW5nVjUBC5-2F2-2FDUk9tXLNKBzknoJHGjNGrin-2BYT-2B63CqZsZ6Nq4- 3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5eeb2a45-1f7e-4b79-9f4f-fb2d5e561952_1743438165466413.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAIaj8_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hh p6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn8xD8Hqm0x6Se6JeQQl3GrR2Otz5SdxDO32Ta4iCRmykbQRjIllZ9XXj5cqA2jEyo-2B2fk8EFQSs3x6QW4IQ1kzxExG-2BhNO73LX bGYD5ZVZOvkPKFHN3NWx-2BWmYbARgmGybLyeQNhLipEn-2BhA6htQ6lBSwMANsWSZvcZ7grQsEMJk-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English ... community input, for about six years. If weather cooperates, the improved highway should reopen in mid-October. Victory Drive The second phase of the two-year $7 million reconstruction of Victory Drive in Mankato is expected to start approximately May 12, according to Stefan Gantert, assistant public works director for Blue Earth County. "So it'll be a little while," Gantert said. "We're trying to hit the summer when school is out." Although there will be some disruption to the final month of the current school year for students and staff heading to East High School and Kennedy Elementary, the mid- ... 28 Former St. Joseph mayor, St. John's University graduate named Minnesota DFL chair<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvOkwCThJQ5RE9RF fYHU0zZYeJvso-2FfVMQC2hlVlS6kk7U8wtEGE4Du2XLGCeECuNJ3pYyJQ982IidFwHnkx0es_ipq_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAY Ux17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj- 2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn5Q0b0H36M3e64ok27o7JQiwrl5YCnv1vuMdq9rYKXn1pHY9w9wmyaZi-2BYXxBcXv-2BmtK6YZT6S1sagkPqrQK3ta5wm6ljsyuLzGXFruFdbiCLkAviLuobNOZX8lplV2I9f0-2Bx2u2-2BL0lfqGby2yR0DdPjr5p-2BCX3UwGHtneI GG94-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/550ec437-69ba-47f6-96f9-07bd23aa5d81_1743438165466449.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:26 AM CDT Category Digital News Source St. Cloud Times<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPonI1Mhd6Uhrq80yptzmGil6J3IU3e71lubIG5XvKbJFEb7Y_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhST dhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnRipzNA1Fn-2BzCpyWjors2nLMIjK2Psulf03Om2ff74UUcRrwpVrZkdkJzBuXxqR6cSkj0HBZJafeeE3iX-2B87qto2Ruir2LFQvxejO4JB7 -2BkSpWbdB4sp364HpRyFhx-2BhY8v6iA9dl5s9Y31L-2B3D96UKKgrleibj8uvzXznz0Ha6k-3D> Author Corey Schmidt Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English AI-assisted summary Richard Carlbom, a former mayor of St. Joseph and graduate of St. John's University, has been named the new chair of the Minnesota DFL party. Carlbom, who served as St. Joseph's mayor from 2005 to 2010, replaces Ken Martin, who held the position for 14 years. Carlbom aims to establish an off-year organizing team for early local initiative development and expand the DFL Rapid Response War Room for enhanced messaging. Having served as Governor Tim Walz's deputy chief of staff ... since March 2023, Carlbom brings experience from Walz's congressional campaign and his work with Minnesotans United for All Families. A former St. Joseph mayor and St. John's University graduate is set to lead Minnesota's DFL party. The DFL announced Richard Carlbom will be the new DFL chair. Carlbom was elected as St. Joseph's mayor in 2004, only months after graduating from college, and held the role from 2005 to 2010. "Our DFL ... is united and ready to fight back and win," Carlbom said. "Minnesotans are fed up with Donald Trump and Elon Musk, and we are going to help them get involved right now, not two years from now. More: Ken Martin of Minnesota elected chair of the Democratic National Committee St. Joseph's former mayor replaces Ken Martin, who held the role for 14 years. Martin is now the chairperson of the National Democratic Committee. "I've known Richard since he was first elected as Mayor of Saint Joseph," Martin said. "He's fought for Minnesota families his whole career and — with the ... — he understands exactly what's at stake right now." The new DFL chair is already taking action. Carlbom said he wants to build an off-year organizing team to get local initiatives started early and launch an expanded DFL Rapid Response War Room to spread messaging. Meet St. Joesph's new mayor: Adam Scepaniak wins St. Joseph's 2024 mayoral race "This is our chance to grow our party and help Minnesotans join the fight for a better future," Carlbom said. "Democrats across the country have looked to the Minnesota DFL as a model for how to win and improve people's lives, and we are going to ... 29 Blaine approves contract with SEH for MPCA wells project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuI3Hsx2wWa2WKh2IYqWsxWv4lstwKgJmu3f8WQpl 5s7-2FbV753dRIn6Bqny7Jim9hE4DaRDcGNno4X9x10FWUmtKGI0_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLW uPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn35A aS3PjT8gK0WJiRiJ09gaXdhHpVRNGl0kL-2BevKHkU3-2Ft5ANaFa7QZwKueXePvzmZFZmj9qofyQrkgTjdmiCWMU0yRXLCmmoD5KUGPdaC2e25Zt3fnF9sz5pBsgHcn8ZCFKixaK-2FtGg8H5WcOm5UMQFbexzwMUuHIPAQreMfxc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/50d7cf14-d551-437b-b84b-b5e274394a90_1743438165466485.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:20 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Cdat2_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnI5K-2BIytjRZZNbOOXlomJm-2BLn8aRSt1l1hDb6g4hV8eZ4QN8AvZTRo1lHvswpih7FiZ-2B6BeYdV7CYaR00ZaWgouWEOBT4aC3yxB hYCBjyH9tOO2oO6kEWvsEUp6iueO2-2BlVEE2WcXuP-2BpLqg-2FeWCUiPqzT7lSgPfCSkfY0IZSaeU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council approved a contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson for professional engineering services for Phase 2 of the National Street Water Services project. Per the meeting packet, the project involves a partnership with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to explore treatment options for 28 private ... 30 Kudos to Mankato's quality of life<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttZeNJ-2BR2yBV1xhkiv9tL470l7kG1s3oVFkKTYPNU-2Fyg2d2H4lnKuB-2BO7 nAIgv8kUA0GyWffA76DXEai-2BcG5J-2FXGNt-_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZ tyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn7Jf1pYJZXaQLOIYxU CaLTiVRsB7YZQXpAuMct-2F-2FpOhtvF36FHc-2FE06GbfjK4uxYuBsAqXGf1c6RbVVUZaXy5fKxKgbqVbu9hkYKjp4cfyAxtDaoyvzcrZFl-2FZxHWig0bsx14VCD75dIRQcteJYWkz23RL6a6m-2B9ampAorsvfRdM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/80a6be20-f13e-44a4-bf3e-64bb6af4a589_1743438165466521.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 7:55 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnApqxQ_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hh p6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnh7dlkp0STp6b4xjVWzcy-2FBGIQU1Q5AGHPI0xwb4TGDM-2BrqRgAdXGxDy3GFy63o2rSWHN884zInb9bu59zFLY6HEyxnveBT6yn JeKc3-2FwT9Xn9lSyC6U33X8CW6Xx2NyCX7e-2BOjp2st7H47gBKo0KF65PSqr-2BWR0cAQGXofjnqDk-3D> Author Barbara Keating Mankato Market Mankato, MN Language English This sends a public "thank you" to the Mankato tree crews, utility department, park and street workers, administrative staff and City Council. The tree crews have removed the ash trees in our neighborhood over the past few weeks. Homeowners received door-hanger notices several days prior to the cuttings with a number to call for questions. The people answering the phones are pleasant, informative and helpful. The tree crews are ... 31 Cole Hanson: Weakening rent stabilization won’t solve St. Paul’s housing challenges<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtubW-2FfYdZ5cv SO0plG6ZA3DGrGWHzNpH0CZeOe0F9iCm84gtdT0hbqflcvIa5wiHBK3SMRZ6kmu8TDGNUORQ3PytUO3_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKk AYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34p j-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnWkn0An7jI2sMsIBdyIFJAj-2Bo-2FyS5kkt8aZo62GF-2FSKR3o5vF9zMq2xAHGL-2B-2BBMWDOfvoNxibED9kRlKSTjRhcNT17pZQyvYm-2FpTsKRRVx9222s5YNhRMnVEfnbBQ3yYxbyHSuU51BcmUbslm8zrPEN316Um64aSQp5L KXbxPv5U-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/065bdaa8-04c8-4ac3-bef0-cc221c376ba5_1743438165466552.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:24 AM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0_KrU_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr 6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hW hSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnPUBBkJGLX-2FlPd83bh0DxcYe-2BfEBoUfRdECPb1ym0a2WMssX4TmwHzfmD8YPUd-2FiLA12U0necOG0DwIkR5feGy7qLZSoa3g0G89F 4OfhNUtv-2Bwds8auDbfE5nPyfPXZwMMaY6g07sCzpEPoX5IpATKQ5Mozr2EPBzS5G1rvSvQfQ-3D> Author Cole Hanson Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... need to abandon rent control. We need to stand by it, and pair it with the real changes that will make housing more available, more equitable, and more democratic. Cole Hanson, a public-health worker, renter on University Avenue and longtime neighborhood organizer, is a candidate for the St. Paul City Council seat representing Ward 4. The special election for that seat is scheduled for Aug. 12. 32 Five Mankato alcohol sellers fail compliance checks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttryO6KGVbatVqP8FU7TJuO7Ry9tXPlhDOhHatYwh0ScWo 0CsHxPz-2BvqOexRMBtxu7BQgqhal45JjFnSq-2FhSUjd37FI_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPc TBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2FQE9 AqvMTxzZJIXeAUyiLV1dMF0PnNrvOPbKMrJ121cRniV-2BYTYWDfQf7alIquheD7CQix2L6O6QfuaPDu7gl8l-2FH-2BkCAckhr5fpbUMBHnSwA2mi6bQhbnlNwCgFMxWjA3FeKxrn3gW-2B-2BHYiqnSuzkc0eUXGnSeo5Sljdi7uZPM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a407d973-e906-4feb-92f7-39121c8f4bd8_1743438165466596.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 3:02 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnA7jaS_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hh p6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnjM4FwgjMVieWhAAlg5GdLGPpj9wBQ4viQtpbONuYjr2LD1cnacc0zLq1MEE-2FLLfHb7cj30vSMnrZojg5JKLU2p7rvJk9440n6XQ fWhzjwxt60MyxRL2LgsLcAQyxoF9b9mWdn0Zl5Lf62-2BVE0FButXsmjWFXOYg292vnBv6xU1Q-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English ... . Those failing the compliance checks were Jake's Stadium Pizza, MC's Garage, Sam's Club, Shogun Sushi and Hibachi, and the city-owned Mankato Clinic Health System Event Center. "Each establishment received a strike against their license and a $500 civil penalty," according to a memo to the City Council. "Complimentary training by Mankato Public Safety was offered to all establishments that failed the compliance check." The five failures were a slight improvement over 2023, when seven establishments received the $500 penalty after flunking the checks. Shogun was the only establishment to fail ... 33 Meeting about W’bago’s future held<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvWFMDTQDmRUHUk22metl2ElgH-2FyXWxqaIGzJM5thDMPS0VM-2FBi77pWeLHX GkyWwBJq6BEcfJVbeOL2j9ZXEg9tNcOK_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2 Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPndYxVwe7yFzcP-2BU3wzX-2B gOsTKyoxkarJrXb-2B6WQCQKQ3R8ODu-2ByioCBd4JiWzfQD-2FPEw9E0rV09LnPJXHdbbb2rUow5h4TfJ7KZrCNF5P0WA61czgSqaFEmR8jaDa-2FHVoU-2BXmbSPexWYs7Rqu-2BIhMHlH2COGmcMkCcVldCtHRrhU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Faribault County Register<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPhViMchN5lbHu0WiUV3-2B-2FKuKxY31H9ol5nHyu7cik-2F7YyJG8uxx0OQMnUoHTk1ebfA-3D-3Dy1s9_xWb104w8 vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk 7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnNhIJL02GishAUDQG8JuQnm7gGlkQhUgl8jd6RwQouhZo2N-2FEUM9xBgcqfR6EcW dy9zwahpagg9JZrBzC-2BT4VDj66JrfE2509YArWwvQSQaI4SPx3FeXW1raWKXYZk37aYHLLxn5RsjSnCp6-2BiEYrA3901A-2FwM5bds-2BDxc8o4Wx8-3D> Market Blue Earth, MN Language English ... 's Future" Special City Council meeting on March 25, as several members of the Winnebago community came together to discuss what future projects they wanted to see the city undertake in coming years. "Tonight, I want us to focus on what we do have in our city, rather than what we lack," Winnebago mayor Jean Anderson said. "This meeting is meant to not only ask the question of why someone should come to Winnebago, but also what we can do – both as a city and as a community – to make someone want to stay here." Anderson emphasized that this meeting was critical to deciding the future of Winnebago ... with Moto Fest since I was in diapers, but after the last group of people stopped running it, it never got picked up by the next generation," Osborn explained. "If we want to have events like that, we need people to run them, and we need support from the city to keep them alive." Former Winnebago mayor Scott Robertson, who was in attendance at the meeting, agreed with Osborn's sentiment, citing burnout as a persistent issue. "People run out of energy supporting community events after a while," Robertson said. "Events like Bago Fun Fest and Frosty Fest are a lot of work, and without a consistent ... updating the city's Facebook page and website more regularly to more accurately reflect the event schedule and keep the city updated. A final suggestion brought up for consideration was the need for additional housing and residential space in Winnebago, which council member Eisenmenger and mayor Anderson both agreed with. "There's a need for housing, and we have the space to build here," Eisenmenger said. "Townhomes in Mankato are filling up with residents before they even get built. There are definitely contractors willing to build something like that here; we just need to reach out and ... 34 Zimmerman City Council approves drastically reduced workers compensation premium<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts89p79rjqIRRAlVG N9KmSUWsVyBOeyjUOA0RCRCLdErP84EH6U-2BeZVYsC0DNZLutZI6bhXHrdbWfocmmeZZ7XW9vbp_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYU x17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2 BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnMJMDAYbkAmsqD5xIPxUAwVMZhnFmQS59YozztL0V0OjIfv31XRWrwdM7li28HeOqeJHyGXf5leF5bEwMR9CxqjfaEhRjeGJSSSBVq4k7XQ4hYbjBpYwqNYNfcvnTOC-2FdgkIIDn8pICdBw3y4EZj4iuqtrbaJ0iZaKRfGKrhPR10-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a38fc201-54d9-4095-a556-6ef1547e3bbc_1743438165466634.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Star News - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErTrQwtS-2Bv-2BDTMKnU8Z9m1kMrIDtVQoZ3TJGIPzItJNow-3D-3DIsIQ_x Wb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgW O70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2FkfEkWsscLV4HrfLY3hUBw3pjs2clq4qzuxwSghyjAivnQFhN0aT-2B AHDg57nByV73FTaVYWFXsTJMDUyBYqserkwDj9zsQmyZHyZI6pKfdC3IanpK6nOJqjWua2Ygoi-2BLh2jSxTFTl77hDjp2kF6QcMUdPUC987Qk5RdiJvb-2Fv0-3D> Author Jim Boyle Market Elk River, MN Language English The Zimmerman City Council on Monday, March 17 approved the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust Workers Compensation policy renewal as presented and authorized premium payment in the amount of $21,884. City Clerk/Treasurer Kary Tillmann reported that this year's premium has dropped approximately $12,000 from the previous year because the city's experience modification factor ... 35 New Pathways moves forward with plans to construct new facility for families experiencing homelessness<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7 DfIUNtsX8TURx-2B6W2iqufnDMNXXWpvZXl4IWDkSW-2FzpPLY3TFKdmaRaQWNTbImhO7IjI5umuL1NTZA7cyewmALmePiG1mZID_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHW qYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7 q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnB4eR5PIEk2wvxYHdCAunzp4DrTjpjfIJABDm8PpIpXIeQMMxUKOKN31By-2BDDhR8AJy-2FHfECmqWmQlJOteKwCXQYbQfzz13xofCxlcceQ39jZl5OXz7TE0LIBQg4xTp-2Fk9kmoU2oCIlyavO37p-2B uPEOiDj7CW4ALO-2BSwTZfuN70w-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/da5f509d-9263-4af4-bd30-de59af65c157_1743438165466700.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Star News - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErTrQwtS-2Bv-2BDTMKnU8Z9m1kMrIDtVQoZ3TJGIPzItJNow-3D-3DJo7W_x Wb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgW O70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnQDFokg-2BIkx0ECTMoRfLYy9Nwz6MNBJZdk9zpaT8oFrLlPzgDfndakWi gzWpH0JKsvgRq6hwGdjK87L37Zr3Cn28MKEReehuowt6G5AL4800AMQxmMtMdzBTnMFPiE1YklkudpA810uG1P3HCwlJBMbANQ98uj0WTkmiULRHYtCI-3D> Author Rachel Kytonen APG of East Central Minnesota Market Elk River, MN Language English New Pathways is one step closer to building a new facility in Cambridge to help families experiencing homelessness. During the Cambridge City Council meeting Monday, March 17, the council approved three motions relating to the request from New Pathways, including amending a planned unit development, and approval of the preliminary and final plats. Council Member Molly Christian cast the sole vote against the three motions. 36 Cedar-Riverside and Elliot park will not be covered under new contracts with violence interrupters<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIU NtsCPgWx04UMC1el0GXtzm0dIDKu0SIuEPgBIz3NKG7PVxE7jNmu5CRwT9WdfH5OUAhrDUmqHuD7xufCx8t6A-2Ftrgj79_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciH SgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2 FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2BSqQqnqsF9-2F6uQG7MemR-2BVqevZUQ1cBT85EbNbpFPGNerh3g-2FVB1WQjLd8FtJ81DbUbrF-2F1AzRoEN66DkPimdAWhWiCEEZG2s2bpIWMrDXc1SA-2BCoAMwUxZTELKAzvYlnZJHrN-2BE2COyhc7DeZ MDfY1UN5DHL5Y4B6W6fzqXuzk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a2774a8c-6681-4cec-b4b3-7bd2770bfa1a_1743438165466750.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 6:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYJ22t_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhST dhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnkF3waHOZWU6K9-2FaEOp8QfSpdxYiYlaFO-2FZRLVlnJXmW-2F4Hbam4-2BFY0Nvc-2FnXf9xJL0tXHOOZAkmwAsFZnUdkxE-2BUuO24PYqo yGsXHuCTJQSbsZSIfm8W-2FCzF3dYVzwBjP-2FGs4fL-2FXU9Ct0YREkooObyOuhdBVholQcRwG4eboiM-3D> Author Ubah Ali Ubah Ali Reporter Ubah Ali joined WCCO-TV Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... in Cedar-Riverside & Elliot Park neighborhoods. Residents and business owners say their presence in their fosters a sense of safety. "They are doing what the community needs," said Asiya Awale. "The community respects them and for them not to be around would be unfortunate." The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday approved new contracts with community organizations aimed at reducing violence in the city. Five groups were selected to continue the initiative called the "Minneapolis violence interruption program": Restoration, Inc. and A Mother's Love Initiative in north Minneapolis and T.O.U.C.H. ... ," Osman said. This week a motion was brough forth by Osman, would decrease the budget from the restricted Public Safety Aid balance in the general fund and reallocate $650,000 back to the Neighborhood of Public Safety. This will allow violence interrupters to stay in both neighborhoods. City council members unanimously passed the motion. "Cedar-Riverside is a model of how this program has been effective," Osman stated. "On Monday, I will call the Office of Community Safety and make sure we are able to sustain services." 37 Isanti hires firm to help with interim financial services<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsST0jnSJiudjwe8sUjkMDV-2BQEYls-2Bpd-2Fe GH3Lq7yfpUotwfhwBYaV-2BKu74yL-2FfpyQzi86FshxZG4tzHkWiZqRscqN-_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2B TtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3x K6QYPnBLZEMH1Z13DZn0vsgAfDlm4aNzIz-2Bjvo8zaMQvKz4NEmxwGJU1hIC5eoOyMEZCwwykZIAsqV68B5JaYmKWOaYnbHyMyRVdp64rlJVtxgo6JshU8kdKN-2FfYgySAiCubyK030ef-2BHrDg7zGGyixhGt17rpwMLOmFNuqlagwY1sTGg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a790942f-fca9-4d2a-bd0d-a67d816746ae_1743438165466785.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 3:53 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CJt20_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnKtPLk3fhID998gMcm-2FpCzZwvTDGOwBqT0nTNMJwOQ-2F2yMMpO8Y6-2B4-2Bpx0-2B8tYh3yVHVfANRC9cL0COkNcwQnu2rN1yi2SF -2FaY1xfgJz53dOGCD-2F4jkYYMSP2py0tEbnreetc6HyVXGpmE0vtti1d8Bwqy0-2BTHc5p-2BTK32G-2Bnb4Q-3D> Author Rachel Kytonen Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Due to the unexpected death of finance director Mike Betker in early March, the city of Isanti is hiring a firm to temporarily help with financial duties. During the Isanti City Council meeting Tuesday, March 19, the council approved a resolution to accept a proposal from Abdo Financial Solutions to provide interim finance director services, and also directed staff to put together a request for proposals for interim finance director services. 38 Reader Opinion: Compassionate community<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvdBatjwSeyubZAK0boUShBf-2F0BcLSbr1Nz8RZH8LZ4cZ7ZFu0lIevFy 1lPXw4W-2F7mDLg0qJrv-2FDazFbSXcLgGwpYbr_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMw ZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn28-2FnhcB50uMIlj KFY9RgQGEhYJMrWVVv2tOii8gso-2FCgSTFSht-2Fs0RHwnHoRkmbIXDf23D4tFgaapbOw1TTzYwI9o0Ng0b7LaAU72zM5qz16yUeBTfIUG4GZOh3eHVfubxLy9OdyaenXcK3mT1LyIGIRAbWSWTfr9sgAqDANvaQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/b10211db-4cf1-480d-a462-c9f352985ced_1743438165466843.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 11:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Brainerd Daily Dispatch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrp5GtctrECvwNC2KVkzOlApSgf68DSYv1Zx0gA8UmR8MjCW_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIieh uguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8H hp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnJ8uBZM5rX-2BF18cl7mtsmEwR0icuikIyfxwfSgvrrSOBCDEpFo898BMlrEqwOnFrUnd2CqDrLAJP1KdYlFM8yyyQb1eaHFYbMWV RdBfHU48fLP0W-2F9qYlQY5MSD-2FS3amskG9smKkIJ8Q3Ov9serENWGPzN6sOkmyfx8TFI6yQuj0-3D> Author Darrell J. Pedersen Market Brainerd, MN Language English ... a bus ride to St. Cloud where the shelter may/may not have had room. In December of 2021, The Bridge on 7th opened to provide overnight housing for homeless folks during the school year. Over 12,000 nights of rest have been shared there in the past three years. At its April meeting, the Brainerd City Council is being asked to approve this homeless shelter being open for a trial period this summer. No need to sleep under a bridge. My Neighbor to Love Coalition also started three years ago and is building affordable spaces for homeless people to rent. Habitat for Humanity is building affordable homes to ... 39 Orono plans future utility rate study<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttT2Ukt8fcT4ZzzPx5yBaAB2xwWhGWTD-2F4i2J-2Bp28vWvPxoN684ShVBh HozWOCmxSwIRfA8brizRfpgwxSjOf1zSGey_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyo bX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnOCgt8PCCgPO9pYaH0L1Z vjXw3-2FTkXwzmPmiRX4OYLw27waZfA3DSwv6JVJIPr8l0x-2F-2BjNG0AKlRjoWc9yB9JRprkVyUAZcBFNqjwkdQXSISLfeBGNEFAyJi0QilNMY-2BT4q5BFpmJrOQACkgKseQGB8gYk3LfUQcvx65rtKXOrbQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/577dd8fd-ce6d-44b4-9730-892c9327cad0_1743438165466878.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 9:10 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Cd_pn_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn2-2BVsj01Lvm15tJ2JoAPhtEPZOq6uDZcWMeCDttdPDkDg1fcbF3uSEvDt5JZZRrPNwn517fw3B2kxo7z9JJkqJG-2Fsj7aB3LwIN68O bUXmAjhBJ93fu-2FETojuhTdEu4EYU33vjgesPsp66FNMksaQsmb1SpLE-2BI3pUqTZdEzc-2FZ7g-3D> Author Max Kappel Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of Orono is contracting with accounting and consulting firm Abdo to conduct a utility rate study that would project future water, sewer, and stormwater utility rates through 2030. The city council approved pursuing study at its March 10 meeting. The City has conducted in-house rate studies twice in the past 12 years, though an external study would provide insight into industry trends and knowledge to ensure utility rates can adequately meet future operational and capital expenditures. 40 Support Minnesota veterans, EMS workers through The Invisible Wound Project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuTW3AR9wQvBRGfpkL4iHa zc81CXisyuRcCudqJz5ZWYhmBPTNPKTzXWMYjDlBS4ZbHrfOd-2Farjut8veXKgwZnS7Gxc_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np 3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54 vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnRP3SjdPMPEUeYUBFHbuMgev8M88W2pV7FkQnoaWBnydWP2sD1NPyNfQ1onk4GtvLffcWquOKXm-2FVbx3Qs4CVbc1iYDw0OZdqJ7R8b7QKmkdbCauP7qY2oHK-2F3UXg-2BJYg6NPNUADa8d6pKnI4DOa09Xy4a-2BnWipLPffm8lEv3nEc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fefcb08d-0438-4521-921b-28ff2f18c45b_1743438165466930.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 9:04 AM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYPKdl_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhST dhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn7Sgdok8F-2FXCmSs07j1afh7k93qVcDYJJq3E1VMDiiUSw2nLdImgFjPqdRBh6KoMA0ENy5HMHA25hyFQjSWEnBtioT4DKBSeqx9qF16rBRh 8iiF2U7HGxH7HSuGbFnsv8K-2FcddgWbQvvBfFBjHzZagptvwUYG5DZeckZP0sJTpww-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English PTSD is not uncommon amongst veterans, EMS and first responders, which is why Minnesota-based organization "The Invisible Wound Project" is stepping in the help. 41 Mayor addresses ATV bill<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvxm7D7HC-2FlePO2smGT7pKmNkf54u2pngd4lXzyyQ9DrYQ-2FBl54dfVt25LPT6SdNTzZY- 2BsY-2Ff-2F87WC99nb7gkE480T8_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2F EWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn56jKPFHHXo0AZq1BzcsgvnHE185 KG4FBpGdd3vsXKKHRsVcNeaTVPzEkIoCR-2BngTIIP39-2Bvk9srhH3tCxPI29vWiDEpAm18BHp0WnoZjtXJ7THnvntPJoK0eEcmeeqJiCjMIlTxyH-2FkcXk5ZXoDQQzp7IRg1F585vGDC4tDOSw0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://static2.elyecho.com/data/articles/xga-4x3-mayor-addresses-atv-bill-1743175147.jpg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 8:59 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Ely Echo<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqQx1oX9FR0WbFZ-2F-2FdF3iIHZ1WWAi96LEIIW25UCHAVYuIhb_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRM pzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhI qnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnTTfKmdxlcyCyll3s-2FO4a7JEAHIAeLe0nwLgeK3Bu9SEUwwPAJbItxOt2N2-2BM23dyJxi6LOSjaXwpJcMtgs1KS2GIdSQqz0wgdhTLhuddagD 2eWaKbTfoRbnoH9ey-2FFYVR5ebB1gRODd4SIQ3xzdI-2B-2FLu4Ni7xXcSRlzUBvOywbU-3D> Author Tom Coombe Market Ely, MN Language English All-terrain vehicles are allowed just about everywhere in Ely, but city officials are supporting action that would permit their use on state highways in town. Mayor Heidi Omerza testified in St. Paul last week, in favor of allowing ATV use on state highways in cities with less than 25,000 in population. That bill, offered by State Rep. Roger Skraba (R) of Ely and supported by ATV groups, was addressed briefly at Tuesday's meeting of the Ely Economic ... 42 Blaine approves prelimary plat for new 105th project outlots<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttPX-2FBR8G96W0LSzOFcr8cxh-2FZ9oUkkjZ eMwuBgDzCunsxmB-2F-2B0dmikIwKqzOxiIXIVAv4-2BjgMxlzYDpmuaBgaInmzj_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN -2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiU d3xK6QYPnfn-2Fu1fQ2o9dh4dKpR4Rac5SHNfK1q8sLt-2Ft0Q3J6uXMsO0FgfXOvp-2BL3tgCyDMYcyxXIIkyvO3ECEB1Z58-2FhV8F4yyuQImdLmz71nrattcxSWn15vqgsio7hJp7-2BCf6Ffa5CmnHGm3oWBY5t5YGzjj55AJqXV6gz46pikEvvMOE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/673b2141-0664-4381-9b9b-8d344ef04014_1743438165466993.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Cgo9D_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnSzGhgfc8LiqSbRhzIz9vhm7UQqZ0E2QHT2TOyZmwY-2BEjbpgJPSSGKmnIsCuHugYYRVVzmD0RuEsjl8d8EdE1NA23m4VLOLxMZuxYnY pAly3WcZd6GSJHhNZ3c3JsjqWdDLJTPlNFgCbRx826fWMFsSJI84wo7AS6HSkRSPG5ME8-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council unanimously approved a preliminary plat for three new outlots near Raddisson Road and Nassau Street as part of its 105th Avenue redevelopment project that has effectively overtaken the area. Per Community Development Director Erik Thorvig, the preliminary plat provides for three outlots and right ... 43 As 3M settlement money dwindles, east metro cities still have millions in water treatment costs<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt ZhMJ-2Bd5fIdhFSblS1IdVtmC-2FHZ1CAd603UX7o-2FRwZAPC-2FNPFQaakEJAdzCzs1A7Fp1cAoP8znXhrK3jgrciWQq7NB_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYA ciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2 B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnL36GP2DHirQM13WjTtCq-2BW7z8pEVJEe2I-2BtLXsf4jC3X3APCWVDXD0duWQjMjPjZg1-2FO1d2jtmjB5-2B4DeZPVphFqVzFJpZfRvivCaLKuswGvabLvq7jyhkfVmJgTUWPXl4WvulsDjhSZB-2FjwJwG P6eHhKjSytyP2GHg4EmNTso4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/32caac1a-e24d-44fb-97fb-4d3049afb482_1743438165467026.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 7:32 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FRfcd_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9 tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrd P6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnm5rvw4R2Yv0vSwwHj8jYfoH9Z-2F9bddDrjm79Xob3pi8fcYRtPiO9nyupnRXpELESyZSmsm9WAo-2FxZOak8bbGNYD4aN4 9k3l8KzLzFoh2wD38boYbZQoETVO6KaXsXt0fABJa0eq9mnQ8kAuq1c8Gqhl0tnbUafut6D2oNeKHD-2B0-3D> Author Eva Herscowitz Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... . And it had initiated mediation to resolve the dispute. "The MPCA and DNR are confident in the selection of projects," the message read. "But we cannot promise what the transition process will look like so long as 3M's dispute remains active." The update concerned Ryan Burfeind, Cottage Grove's public works director. Levels of PFAS exceed state-set limits in all 12 of the city's wells, and two 3M-funded treatment plants are on the way. (Temporary plants currently provide residents with clean water, Burfeind noted.) 44 Consent agendas and the Red Wing City Council<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvN1wmFhUGEj1KO1xG14s78P8oV-2Byhp5jKLCKVq139I6Tk0BGQ CZSOqzuNYsgXfOtb8NSUN3p-2BXyIhSvEe1iwQqAgiE_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhX NwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnKzla1EIdtqHS pHcGy4-2FIQBolbhbE-2F7MPqUOsRqXLfVjAmhMm3nD4RXkrszlya2c-2B4GLcXo2bS8aydb-2Bmn1FV4ouTDAMXUxPZMOx4tSEkbX5kagNWCi70Tl-2BN6i-2Fu5EXXif5DK7-2BOKEwqKvAWGbvjjYaGm3UHqZulZjz-2F0toCLFk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/3b2049d8-1687-42d9-90f6-36f49327ab2e_1743438165467070.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 6:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Red Wing Republican Eagle<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPp0lwpS9AVSqo7VGnbI0VXnG-2Bje5dEdmzzqip30mKXvAg54w_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9t IiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP 6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnRbEn4WMzvYNcyCohKGh2mp0Vc-2Bq4Bifx-2FRBXcTk96ojziBWcCBMbX7KXP1hwv-2FAgx3xjlRvzYF8FA42VcOUmRozmNI rAthgeeG0Xu-2FBUsVzE74fun9cPtqrgJ9VZ3Fi-2FO1AlIhwi08SfS1uivEzOCWso1tf-2B9cKEfSf1Lleb9wE-3D> Market Red Wing, MN Language English Generally, when something is on the city council "consent agenda" it's supposed to be non-controversial and thus appropriate to be passed without discussion. If a council member, sometimes at the request of a member of the public, so requests, the item should be taken off the consent agenda for discussion. At the Feb. 24 council meeting, this ... 45 Clean audit report issued for Royalton<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtueSWrU5GWi7fK8JsnZ7ZEQLnlp8z6ykLj6v8JAegxp6rqEpMIg51hiY1tB s2Oo-2FBJPOjFKBnbvjLKzeibpXALT1x3a_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyob X2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnbxBWfjKVZwtM9uE-2Bxe4 nkDj8vLAF1uM6zuwc2lnZLUjZ4Z77jLgJ4CKnmR1ISDAWJAVC2UwZLwcLhdWsGRNJ2daYTdg5CkKo2T91NvKcyfhb5GcATKPMbfo-2BIw06le30IsrE6dovIMtX93QElvhTXOabGUmN1lueuqxZp1H9Eog-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e91bb06a-3230-4e8e-8c8a-71cd00790d67_1743438165467105.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 3:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Cmhnl_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnR4llRvWZ-2FktOK-2FVmlvhRQsU69pfSZ2kEvJ5ES61PnfWtxJfvtlV-2F2v-2BEr4MHf1u9Pai4C5Q95No1gKFftRmm3PJSiPnjockV 8PdLB7ukFAEJfb2dwRC-2B4lHL5uctdCGgdB5k1NWQ5xPASIEyu1nPwHiQBDQn8KPCHHarGAhL47Y-3D> Author Jeffrey Hage Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of Royalton has received an unmodified, or "clean," audit opinion, which is the highest level of assurance, on its financial statements for fiscal year 2024. The results of the independent audit were discussed at a special City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 18. Kristen Houle, a signing director at CliftonLarsonAllen, LLC., who presented the report, stated that there were no negative findings in the financial statements or out of the ordinary deficiencies in the internal controls the City. 46 Harman Park named after teacher/coach<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsVs04W0Z14-2BDWSk4-2FSB6OUiOI8bXmM3wngYN7D0BUl1WmLLBpSRz9SH flwlcb1dH0IXOXDDMNDzjC2YvPG0z6kJSsf_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyo bX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnd2vZKv8ume0HTBzykd7T czqEu4fvBl0cf2t-2FcSp2KFdLwW1Vkx2QUy-2Bh1bp3BiTrWm0bxIRGnVzNFe6x0viQbbjYVJlw-2BWd33HPa9D2hl-2BO7QjaEB6yLkqPgq3OVMeLuPn43zNOiNqyMOp8e2HULiU1bogUFY71OQZaF5OEUJt8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 1:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source NUJournal.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLLq6lw3Vy2K2wWeInvmNS9Rcra69O70A7WvDud0klMDoi3Fz_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhST dhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnWCvcmrw-2FrSlNl0MfFbPCHZNvLywSeLQyL5Jh4xF3oC0W1U0Q9VOvqkZXxBl1Jm5nqGMitAdNRl0VoGiTf2cIz1KwGGOZIqJJcNAGZJ81tr v4T7r7PjmC9xrHaEbKnJHfkhsICvjycIgbDtyMoXU9KjqcAx23G3IGIavfsqbBSGg-3D> Market New Ulm, MN Language English ... Waraju distillery. In 1936, New Ulm started to fund the city park and recreation program, and Harman became its first director, a position he held for many years. After Harman died in 1979, the City of New Ulm decided to honor his dedication to the city by renaming Westside Park after him. The city council passed a formal resolution to change the park's name July 3, 1979. The resolution changing the name of the park recognized Harman's many hours beyond the call of duty coaching and teaching young people in the city's recreation program and at New Ulm High School. In addition, the city recognized ... 47 Fence permit for MN National Guard facility advances<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts5yH-2Fq80Ne-2F-2BeTkhQNw624vMHlTw71ebLCa5YW gikXa2VL9S7U2fipJrx-2BQbng9KkjHfABWY9tWgfbfh7ZNIRV4s1W_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUb LWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnw m9qg2ROspCTcG0e6f6lsvdQ0UVHBGT4qifxn99hMhv6SsCPgG1OQ-2FR-2FZL1YD0Y1e1fNFMuEVyjVBmjv7oCEu4Inc01hJgTtZa7BkhzpHexwUZ9ntQK4-2B9PjWodvNWDMwE84fcvh24IHdc3p8oRL9jtudJSZPL6v-2BRcJvb1gM88-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 1:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source NUJournal.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLLq6lw3Vy2K2wWeInvmNS9Rcra69O70A7WvDud0klMDoQQht_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhST dhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnjt1zs8AkSLX9ebYXjMbu7DSfi2xP4NcUN7oGpXoNJtTf9gcLzB5VLoAQAdZDu-2BnCJ4r-2FSBCuffg-2FBJTQ4Pa18Dh9J8FBDef0UDqCPg JhmbKQwbryBPb7eD6UOC-2F7fuaM4ef-2FM4SQ0Hmx8E9xnYRt3dMaVOfhYwwjxnADHVdjy2s-3D> Market New Ulm, MN Language English ... the additional fencing. No comments were received during the public hearing. Commissioner Linda Beck made the motion to recommend approval with a second from Michelle Sellner. The recommendation was approved by a majority of the commission. Final approval of the permit will come before the New Ulm City Council at their Tuesday, April 1 meeting. The new National Guard Readiness Center is currently under construction at 2100 Palmer Avenue in New Ulm next to the National Guard vehicle maintenance shop. New Ulm Planning Commission recommended approval a permit to allowed a barbed wire fence to be extended ... 48 Blees wears a lot of hats as Hendricks city admin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts5STqEjJ0QCzZlWB2n2M-2F9ZIhX1TfG6mn7Z6gYRvGbZ7d f0tX-2FdAhC0gW1L-2F648z0oWajJN2TmzLMAmgKDb6K6Oh0K_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPc TBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnN6H15Q Zp1e3LbB6XNQgAJl50fCRpF3K6TxlUnT9LOSI5l9vfsSmds7-2BFbwqIH77OUi4CV7Q7mFosB096G1cVFEyA75eeniCZwkf5lTTkc7zCAS7596dCGVS-2BxX3R8Kss9rZ0IUWUG7OfJ5Ki7KXpUcd6N8vvHmq-2FklY6lpk5kKM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5ad729b8-aa1b-44a0-b738-5a772cb08c6a_1743438165467138.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 12:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Marshall Independent<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLP3hcXDdqf4glt5HZoOv70K8UrIGHPuJCGoX09XwQKkZvann_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hh p6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnuY1ukATksZHapZd-2BExY1x6OPCgCx9eiIwPsBJvtqAYmKNqeDkVOcZV3ZFkGBFKIxNEhbmS3qf4lngXv0n7Bhd-2Fhg2wi1M8jIT 0ikbQxY5OD42qKyE3w6pdpLAmoeaNg-2FmFaU21jFQucAYwZtb84CiTFUu3E2SMLez9IIokG1KJU-3D> Market Marshall, MN Language English Photo by Jim Tate David Blees has been the city administrator in Hendricks for 21 years and coordinates the community's Summerfest celebration each year. HENDRICKS — There was a learning curve for Hendricks City Administrator David Blees when he accepted the job 21 years ago. "It took me about five years (to get acclimated)," he joked when talking about his position and the many hats he wears in the community of 630. Blees is from St. Paul and earned a degree in communications from the University of Minnesota. He ... Twin Cities corporations in the area of compensation before finding his way to Hendricks, less than a mile from the South Dakota border. He was all set to start a job with a large regional employer when a hiring freeze left him looking for a Plan B. Local citizens urged him to apply for the city administrator's position which came open due to a retirement, and he's been a fixture ever since. Blees is in tune with his community, which grows considerably in the spring and summer months. Lake Hendricks, on the edge of town, is a border lake, "and a third of it is in Minnesota, and two-thirds in South ... 49 Osseo’s city clean up day is April 26<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu5hydTcxHDy4Grgyn8ciSIjq0npl3ZLVc4-2BwE9FLVsiK0sXD5ZoS-2BBk 3hnjwMMwKsoYJC-2FfSb7MLjJN8VM0XFGl7iT_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZt yobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnOZcX50xTNxx86vdm9a L0dPUuFmqhduCT1K5YntWZdzjr0bi86D3yDpOJ-2FNwZb69FWX4Z-2FxH45qF815HG-2B-2Be3-2F4O4Oo1r06QUA5LuEHE1T7vn1rGV1Ig-2FzKqztx8hbfrNgW2gaifgaNlijFjKnQnfimeJhpM0vGDK8teZbk9cATw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/649e3fd1-381f-4798-bf39-bb8fd1ba3695_1743438165467173.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 12:08 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CXjei_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2F6UkIB4veBJOLZiUDlApLS-2BW-2BWbdsreN91Mh50N-2FW-2B5zKygdQ1bGndeDs6znplJTIClPXn3OqY7YmkY-2F86EJ4tazM50- 2F40s3yAFz2Szllheoex2aLOhSX5Qt6zXQQddbJs5UO5THvMb26NNRkYsyLlURgdoSzQgkrrQ-2FKm-2BmhEk-3D> Author Alicia Miller Market Minneapolis, MN Language English There will be a City Cleanup event in Osseo Saturday, April 26, from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will be in the Public Works parking lot, 800 Broadway St. E. Osseo residents only can bring household junk, unusable furniture, appliances, tires and more. 50 Minneapolis Police Department says there are zero significant homeless encampments left in the city<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfI UNtsPqjWxR0qmRHoNP8-2FTNKvRmRGqqCyEK-2FZc0CYBZU1tHjhnk0LlYT2L9XWBRijWKgq0QcglULldAe8jpISrpwTS-LNl_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYA ciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2 B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnO6YEeAzTyZZvuaNugDa8pcnbpNwAGyzB8SfL0GfBaE-2BdAO92pNL0wckp8CKlXggbD6e24ezy2C6iHsX6-2Bngc4QuE7PY9hWChBNbVOtlhbSsOi6R7bSm-2Fv6vYCQtcqpoVh2rmlqn6oqBc7xplkj1Piu5 gRCx34-2Fi6Qoz1COOsYCQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0d59f0f5-7841-4a4e-84b5-f6e1eb20b024_1743438165467211.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:34 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DFiI2_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3t rldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5 RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn4uWgEXK9C8UgncwfibbWI0pf1UXevKzphOjqV9tG-2Fl4VMma2fZOWY8MLvdC9ZGgrvbRHrIhU8gmMCQYczHPqlzVDqL6elfnc4-2BVZ-2BmAB-2BCCQ-2B-2BLTYulUIVGc 78qpkS-2BLLchWLzWp2LfEFYT-2B-2Fqd7UrUXBs9t9cqox1iHMpsDUeo-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Police Chief Brian O'Hara says there were 15 homicides at encampments last year, drug use was running rampant, and change had to be made. MINNEAPOLIS — How to deal with homeless encampments is a question the City of Minneapolis has been grappling with for years. But just three months after declaring a special ... order to proactively address encampment safety concerns, Police Chief Brian O'Hara and Mayor Jacob Frey say a drastic step has been taken in the right direction. "We were seeing homeless encampments as large as 150 to 200 people," Mayor Frey says. "Right now we have zero significant encampments in the city, and the largest one we're aware of is four people." Chief ... 51 Bipartisan legislation aims to build more Minnesota starter homes to ease crunch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttjLI9MORo3mpusIo h15K9KEgIEcscsYoU7Q7dkbkwzupUA3emYJPAfsl1xAv9JUXOB-2FvZKIryU8EnylUqL0IhKPyqi_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYU x17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2 BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnXnR3GNU4lNQPhRZCiR-2BF9wcflYn1ene35qS5pogj5ONVqfRET-2FjW0Gdyfc5GxtuHUbRomN2LuB2GfnHCG-2BUcIX2WqIsn2yTrJm-2B3NHQ6pmMeTID7tHlcQvrE6fKSC-2BG170BrGaphqWDHQM3Lrm1vTOwfQUOJPsHQlT2wKlnT bcM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/211edc29-80d5-4bf4-a5aa-8ca62cab025d_1743438165467239.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:56 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Albert Lea Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkunjl19u1HfAHJQP9G0zjR6hh8nAh-2FdJymgI7W93kSCPTS7_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehugu Or6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6 hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnVx6m6eWGPqAr9B9PDA18C8q-2F-2B5e4EnhmoTvRmSoePRkRexPXy9-2BQWWcGrqHcwFtAFZBY7NlfEgcTJFjgis0th2tQsW714AB9h TEBtou-2FGIqFyZeTFgxXY-2F4Eufh25IzHJl0GBdcm-2FlX4uAczgc40OSiGQkFVdvx1yxNybjQNrm0-3D> Market Albert Lea, MN Language English ... of smaller more affordable homes, allowing working families to achieve home ownership by streamlining zoning and infrastructure costs," Hennessy said. Some groups are concerned that a blanket statewide approach would ignore the needs of the communities where new houses would go up. Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire spoke for the Municipal Legislative Commission, which represents 18 cities in the metropolitan area. He said the cities all are working to address the housing crisis in ways that best support their needs and this proposal could interfere with that. "One person streamlining the process ... 52 Rezoning efforts move forward for future condos on Woodland Ave<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshQ3GxSe8QM68Ofiym-2FmO2hnG3OZnIX 9t8WPxzHIlQFr0d8fJMqRn64br-2Fe06IyeEe8C4Lzkb4Ah5Jf5uhkbcX61Jc_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2B TtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3x K6QYPn-2BMgDGkK3kNVEDKkmovVDqWEnv6Bqc4TtViCcMbzUeCnW8mEUnxyYG4R98B1z2VlNRZlNwW687SWwsJdSsx0bSQTF38sc2AVyEHbjeJgV40pLSHdslgzOL5YD-2BSaLig1VXb9rdoopgfCO0Ifa4LmPl5TLJuOoqj7L-2BgUkKEGYvss-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/992e4eb1-913b-4d11-ac42-2da08a011089_1743438165467265.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:18 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Wdio.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtf2HcTHNnAGJMkYDzkDMtc-3DvH0s_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3tr ldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5R cxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnUpjQ0OAM7AQT3idHCGWdMmo-2F2WvJzp-2FWl0h6c7X2gDogdFKbkhf0yIELjO6HIefZVqNBFKpJFzxgqAdBNliXal719UaadCcrg2jz-2FiVwRr0JcPU-2BTN-2Fy9FB0v2Z du1-2FdCTP27UHViS0hF0YA0SnTWSVsQhtiKSHGRifGemvdvcU-3D> Author William Lien WDIO Market Duluth, MN Language English ... first, and they'll take it under consideration. We have a residential planned zoning area that allows to try to shift boundaries to maximize the amount of green space. Also build more density for housing, which is what this developer is proposing," Forsman said. "That process has to come to the city council for either approval or denial based on the facts and all the public comments in front of us." Even if residents are against the rezoning efforts and housing development, the property is private, and not open for public use. "When you have a property that's already zoned for development, the ... 53 Lagoon Theater Announces Plans to No Longer Look Like This<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvVadFQwlBz8mQ5uV-2B8qGjRuA6Ep5GtKTHY-2 FpBWUbZUldKKNiQ-2FTmME7pXK7CxkR7r33z0JhwjVqJwk67FygPMuh86S_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI 8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6Q YPn8P3n1JuQrS6pM0Jv-2B6LqYvcWygRNWhBME8zvYifAqhuax-2BUpaHz-2FAzBCp-2BrZgvvAgcwGUeieHXdon7Z1OK91k3w7du6Xny4iuo-2BHGAvsbKS4rYuDX9PVneZR9ruSgjbsTa-2BmGSL3WEQ5iFnN6zO4CsH5kmYo9NLw6rZ-2F-2FGFi-2BTc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7a972a70-6aae-4a6d-b8cf-d2707694e877_1743438165467292.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 5:24 PM CDT Category Digital News Source RacketMN.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPld9OjiP1b-2F4zeTTKdfzJuA-3DKB0P_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9O Iby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tC Y9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnDf1MCfB-2F3zjBYOdaVrLcpfL6NG-2ByjyOKawPZ25qjsiFGTPQhg1HKN9TU55o10es4hOpIYpefrdLt6oOEep7QxrQ4gbldn22OE8YthvnOF4yRBcoXlQDSq-2Bnuk w4SadgJnWxEnkGjVbGtAHAe-2B-2FyZeamcXC70I4VasANgV7-2FpRDo-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... for parking during the State Fair, according to this story in the Star Tribune by Tim Harlow. And honestly, why wouldn't they? Everyone else in the area makes bank on the annual event, and the fair-adjacent neighborhoods are overrun with parked fairgoers. Under a plan discussed by Falcon Heights City Council on Wednesday, which could bring in $100,000 to $200,000 annually, the city would install meters to use during the 12 days of the fair, with each resident given a parking pass. Parking would cost $25 a day in Northome and Northeast neighborhoods, which might seem like a lot, but hell, you could pay ... 54 Passionate crowd voices alarm at town hall in Willmar, Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsYtnxXNCheHLV9IyrfYZ4CekixqxaUo9 bOK5ZgZscPg-2BC0Mk1vJULrRMJYWYj68WyV4zxhBFQFWgJ-2BVUv8za1H90UQ_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2 BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3 xK6QYPnkaYm00F4wUJAlKMBjCw-2F2lTY0BMiGa4UhH1iBE38w8sisqYUE9EsSNrgwtjVTe1odx-2FvXRydiU9lx4-2BtUmvJ568E6v8v2pC2zElDjOoe7THmI6wEvsaRB1YNf35UyVI8dqq3-2F0WJn3T928EvGNJf9jM9y3GRl9EdQhSkCW92rdk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ce06c969-ccbf-4a2c-8c57-c6a0ae10d123_1743438165467346.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 5:05 PM CDT Category Digital News Source West Central Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrOKEj499yPEFRs6CuFlVLU-3D5BtN_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5M yiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhP Hpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn47Pp4NzlGBCtKg8nQ5GCoIZEv08a7Jp-2FQfphjgiN2-2BNyRSrLWGIKzgG5-2BRApyXqWJiNCy-2BowJsMmcUGvxB4OqRlF6mkPCXoOUtBNP5JCeTqmedlTe A9gFyB-2FPF5u-2Ft0YzfMvUCfhEnXI0sD1HG-2BuGtnH5lytNi7RtYqua8klW84-3D> Author Tom Cherveny Market Willmar, MN Language English ... for those 10 years, excluding Medicaid, would total $581 billion through 2034. The deportation of immigrants from Latin America worries Fernando Alvarado, of Willmar. "I'm a United States citizen, but I worry about my name with this administration," he said. A Navy veteran and former Willmar City Council member, Alvarado urged those in the audience to change their names to a Hispanic name "and think about how it could affect you." Some of the loudest applause came when speakers said that some of Minnesota's Republican congressional representatives, including Seventh District Congresswoman ... 55 St. Paul City Council convenes but doesn’t appoint new Ward 4 member<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLaAO12WnGpSUVJl2HcRQNs3THrr wd58K-2B1smYlAkjgnegpQRsM2vBkPSAX8Gk6dpkcm4ymipgLGK3irweUZKRr7Qm_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN -2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiU d3xK6QYPnpY4tjQ1zBIOCPOVExLkfGsr-2FP2uo3yIi8P8EfW04Amt-2FZBMU26hyrvGW4mnFXVooanlg502qL2K0f85MP7FBK-2BX7mjnRylM2kWcTSKW32F995qd8Y4KKPfYSn6gmzlNs4SIuj7k6exzf0LbPnLQ4euAgkUyy0hAhxPId2Y-2B4gqA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5da211e2-583e-4226-9eea-2f0df67692b7_1743438165467374.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 4:46 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0FKsM_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr 6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hW hSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnoBArek-2B5HJM3QVTT1EF3dYsQDXhcHpF1aDKITPhoy7FyBVCGUYOierkz1-2BrAoXjE3Ku3J7S4JuEK44bKQpCtz2DcqHiBCTnkeqeiY pWrm0DsqeQUxAOVUDbjXTuS3kMqjGhBybcbf4yZdFlgusBrel9UKHgkbYOxMkZfOnpqqHo-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English The St. Paul City Council convened a special meeting Friday to appoint a seventh member for the next four months who will fill the Ward 4 seat vacated by Mitra Jalali. But after about three minutes, following an awkward exchange between a council member, a member of the city attorney's office and the council president, the ... 56 Minnetonka council OKs agreement for Villas at Chasewood improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsa32aA3TOiJviM6u7SwbQlkI6ML ED2yWlcU28pv5vG59R3Uc1hzMOIK5Wa0yOUna5lbcndck7UYS-2FoQcc8dPf3Q8Uh_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2Fg N-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayi Ud3xK6QYPnyCsoXe-2FknRs5jkHYBzEHkj9kWro-2BZFStp11HwCA34Xgn-2BI-2FqjW5IjHcbWe3ckpBwGG9bjx8Fn2FdORbEGR3YbR22Tzcctcirwh9RVm50MH4L3At9K-2BEs-2Bon8Z4sG4-2BRR-2FIwpLCqfOKdpoUjJuSrcbyjkfXen4BLT8gPCnoG1Exw-3 D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/88be8881-211f-42a0-b9a7-7a62cd535fda_1743438165467417.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:33 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CKn5u_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn8ASgJc-2FLDCMAmOqKD6541pWESVW3TlHem2PI52GXvl8qDcFmm-2BLn-2FOCNek-2Fn-2F6b2a9Njk1H23irSBWwc0Bg832Atlt6thF zdo121DAU3RMSnNHk6aCf-2BZ0rnImdabXMmWcdEFWoxNIMu6MfTJ-2B5plrl1v7RIJl5F8hB0W9FOlHw-3D> Author Jason Jenkins Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Villas at Chasewood are in line to receive around $12 million in improvements. The Minnetonka City Council voted March 17 to approve a development agreement for the 21-building, 188-unit Villas at Chasewood, which are 36 years old. 57 City Council makes changes to Human Rights Commission<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvKpmrAKcOmnA7nb8T8uNS01AIS-2BNG2-2FHslGWBhZ niRW9DCiuU7wMyby2vdqjaEAt9TWATFWAILCG7aSNC4tS8u4zAV_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWu PcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnMU4v e4i0h9er0CYT5Q70UqdJR2TOQCKAuvJ62T3wv7bT69nMHY8RwfTUBZV8YCX-2FijTQ6uKKZLqcLwQkdC59DTVhS1TX2aIVPIZXtj0NJOgLSP4Xgyn9B71VopwDZ8dmOx86YvRqmNQ61RFHdaFaI57CCgWcNDcbTcdLaaHeZTc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cd8d2a2a-2143-4d06-a4c2-38e1442b2dfa_1743438165467460.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Red Wing Republican Eagle<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPp0lwpS9AVSqo7VGnbI0VXnG-2Bje5dEdmzzqip30mKXvAR6W3_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9t IiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP 6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnTqUPhyHzGEhJFez9icmOImNjgLkhlGp87psmjjNv17-2BGa4Crg9k6I0JwFcybG1mXGB9Ji2-2Fy8YbpSRU6hHMmMflENHvF jDnIGSfl7OnivqglUtr-2BudhEsfYqN9YHgU7VE4uF-2FLdtpdGYbQFp0DPjb-2BPeJ29-2BuS3qypfx-2Fk-2B8Vjw-3D> Market Red Wing, MN Language English The Red Wing City Council voted to decrease the number of seats on the Human Rights Commission from 11 to seven during their March 24 meeting. The decision to decrease the number of seats comes after several meetings of the Human Rights Commission were canceled due to low membership. The council also voted similarly to ... 58 New HRA members approved<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuGfYuGxKiZj3Ps44StivH-2Fmml59LVFC5hkJVA8zZDKXrPNIuNnMPpXScDW7W4XcPcYGPSm SMQNk00SyfPO2wtlpxX9_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHR OKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnT0IkAJ9zHf-2FRkc98yoobxXQE8hpN34BK5 0k85yFEUDtADuJcgbgKGVxockO7TtxyZj9xl0XgleNiPcOlLBohehXzelp9gsLCCrVKshmeqVUcyv9zPF67m2eaPooSuYj7iNJnxBEbo97O8B4PoUdhwPn1sjFFnq8hJwbFvNs2e-2BE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/caf3d8ad-6fe7-45c3-b845-aab9ad83008d_1743438165467487.webp] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQ59gA_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIi ehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u 8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnNVu-2BVWGbCaFBJsWP8pmBl05LmZmbksbE8QXe-2F-2B-2B3NF7bnRwbNlMp6OaKz3ujt4htDlPp-2Fs3-2F8tBLNLLX3dof7Q 53LAVuVuJVA782EgP6427OG1tKXsChlzeJWjBUwl5mqS2tvcuKunJV-2FCMfZ8eGGq-2BqUhvN5f3-2FlOrMeYbmABU-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... 't change the statutory or the foundational requirements of, for example, who can sit on the city council." With the appointment of the three new members, all of whom Manderscheid had recommended, the HRA Board now consists of Lund, Schumann, Guardado, Mitch Reynolds, Julie Colvin, Ryan Tibbs and Mayor Dan Delaney. City Councilor Scott Swanson serves as a City Council liaison. Having a full board will help prevent what happened during the HRA's regular meeting on March 12, when the board was unable to conduct business because it did not have a quorum due to the three vacancies and one member ... 59 Falcon Heights considers charging for Minnesota State Fair street parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt9-2FOF-2FAwvgNT8PMBVyo ukrU1PYPYP6JbzWC5yziqbWjjS1Q50cdmmP6raP43k2nUz-2B8l0myIyedghxMrpmGXd7Vmo9_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17 Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC 54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn9H6gDIxNx6hG8ZiAc-2Bru94ZbxZgaIzoM6v1wfjbAV-2BBObMOy0SbkVXxLjyFcsq9VvLD4e5t2Eh5Wq-2BUQO2FkHErFR7yMLCuPTpWwIAvRXQw8v-2FIBelOJe99anRdOYYzhBvjGLqjaC5xZXlW8taMrT49AMfCTxXKLS-2F8O-2FUi6x dc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cee1f8fd-aa9f-4897-ab7f-683144527f42_1743438165467528.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:08 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3DnVSJ_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v 6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQ sjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2BC75l0FjebyM9SvuApGvvOnZi1pLXMLfvMVnu2kfhCsS0MfHXYpn3EJR4yfhoMqRb4etf7aVUoQ2P-2FtBqLkiRocDDTCaaMVekAKNWTWSTpJ2pUBqU do3dHknGwPv1dowiITtrBjjD1g2NIHdwnkDWmVXznn85w7uQplfYzwQQiA-3D> Author Estelle Timar-Wilcox Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... said they don't want their visitors to have to pay a fee; others said it could add a burden for visitors who already struggle to afford a trip to the fair. But some others who spoke said they like the idea of compensation for the strain that the fair can put on city resources and infrastructure. City Administrator Jack Linehan led the task force. He said Wednesday's votes are the first steps toward a plan. "There's going to have to be further action from the city," Linehan said. "We're going to have to figure out more items as we go." The council will meet again for further discussion next week. 60 New Lindstrom liquor store manager hired, street work heading for bids<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsiPxZjuLu47hycYOD1blPgy33D BAxyftW8DjEYXiIALxzN0N34zcSvqLHnPBaXuQ-2BqbyfcSKcczgdLxYFX5r9O2W6G_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2F gN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLay iUd3xK6QYPnua-2Bjjma9uaM44xcLdDJXFO9msPup5Ax-2BJnY0ISSK-2FhbGyk1iJ66R-2FeyrvmaGapndkEkNVS7tq-2FqQNmfDtwl2wqA2-2BvvsJJEqGPud7lBkjROvUC1IQUOIfx-2B0HKqvKQ0MdZEKd8BXHSPoamfwTR1GXnAhz1kxNq2ZSJdhqcdQdBU-3D > [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:02 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Chisago County Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrN-2BlWMrLb6c-2BM4eTd6KPb4-2B6v4yRLc-2FhjDIhHyIJvqGcLUs_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9 tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrd P6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnjWiLKV-2FSlhGefME5gGz9eBlBn-2FIUySotdkgwMIXnf7iJNYVOn1h-2BO9oCLv6eMaW0PRrJiGUTP8w50w3ZoflQ-2F3x 1AhoCG1g6iGI20Nx5jjRALIbhvZVQimhN1yoo40VvKwcKRTJF6eKXQwbZ2CkhsYj-2B70VWSeYTm3R9i7Z-2FAz0-3D> Market Lindstrom, MN Language English March 28, 2025 at 2:22 p.m. Lindstrom council was steered through its regular council session last week by Brian Norelius as acting mayor in the absence of Judy Chartrand, who participated on the Internet. Council accepted the resignation of the municipal liquor store manager Matt Olson. The council personnel committee of Greg Krueger and Norelius recommended hiring Scott Rickhoff to be manager for six months. It was also agreed ... 61 Wyoming City Council briefs.....<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsWM2l4AzkpkPZIpRxMsHLbNXInch5ODH99HVkAi72G-2FjONwMDxFSvvaBKOsfd2 7EO7eTYYbHAYsKjP4ikz3jkARdug_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2F EWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2Bs1XBpNMpnC-2FPRWXmW792N6 gbNFF3kH4pG-2BqV48q-2F2E28eaBqjnL0vFuRKwbqM8Mzk3tmSHnhH2iPY15lCwY2ERz52fJkFIn30oeBDr57dxLbvRZQnd2rc3Jf0ZhMCkXt0KnF4G-2Bi80LQGYOS-2BdAo3pWIlBxF78dxisAxcFnG-2B8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:02 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Chisago County Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrN-2BlWMrLb6c-2BM4eTd6KPb4-2B6v4yRLc-2FhjDIhHyIJvqGUnV7_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9 tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrd P6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnDi6tuFt4701SBBaFVzwoy-2BmarzYh3LMGzrMVcNbZXZyDgH8COfkB1xZc2hLpkDj0tfkIr56Hs-2B5TTeDuZltch5bbGYX Fc1xDS1vM6cmjOfQ1-2B7XOagCkN53YAzdnf5iEToOFeWSc1pt2vq7YQJM3WZHUmXWzoo65ycS70z-2FgM54-3D> Market Lindstrom, MN Language English March 28, 2025 at 2:23 p.m. A new set of play structures and sitework were approved by city council for the Fireside Park on the west side of the freeway around 262nd, in Wyoming. Fireside Park play area bid was awarded to St Croix Recreation by the Wyoming city council unanimously last week. There were six quotes that came in. The St Croix Recreation package was about $71,000. City staff reported the offer is a great deal because the items have been set up once, at a trade show but must be considered "used" so Wyoming is getting nearly untouched equipment for a ... 62 Opening doors for accessibility: St. Peter grant program reauthorized<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsK2S9yKiOFdwMDSZNGzPnZb5-2B CPYx-2BIsC8usNncO3ahfJI1Lom87pqie7LpNzutD9gnT-2FjtcLTYb6XywZyvCubxGDl_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b -2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vV LayiUd3xK6QYPn-2FazlFsg8-2FpGaW2eoTOPeya0HJuMO3pYfFT9hXonrHdGqZNJI1w0LUkJAgs0IfvCIa95Tt6lwI4NoetlIVKl8v9cMOX2upV-2FXx1QdeHrUZqtVvONd-2F-2FVPVCjoPtv5CzcTisVvk497plKleoh1HLMRT25ZvTIFl7x7hjJ-2BczoLlYM-3 D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a5e79ec2-245d-41fa-9336-0da46d79aec8_1743438165467577.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:28 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnA5ST6_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hh p6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnCebjnLIciR52YK1RT4a7cdnk0TyOpbB1lDef8lyKQBim-2FmnE4a9eFLAT1vkLwbi5DgWWTG3mqOPGRiEykgIRaC8e-2FlvEyzFxa DYPLGzELHtU1PjW2CfT35ilUmA6ttC3oW76KEKjsupKjK0UjgHxjv4datVapYH4IfOcdyS69-2FA-3D> Author Brian Arola Market Mankato, MN Language English ... south sides, said Megan Bennett, general manager. Initially the grants were only available in St. Peter's central business district. The city expanded it starting in 2022. Recipients over the years range from Kind Vet Clinic to the Nicollet County Ag Society to River Rock Coffee & Tea. St. Peter City Council members reauthorized the program earlier this month following a recommendation by the Economic Development Authority, or EDA. This year's grant amount is $55,000, with applications due in May. A review committee will recommend recipients to the EDA that month. The EDA will pass along its ... determinations to the City Council in June for final approval. The program's review committee recently lost Steven Grams, who died at age 73 on March 6. Grams used a wheelchair and was a City Council member when the accessibility improvement grant program started. Baker described Grams as being a "vital" part of the grant review process. The former Council member and mobility advocate provided a much needed perspective, Baker said, which the board will want to look for going forward. Follow ... 63 Minnesota House Unanimously Passes Bill Expanding Firefighter Assistance Program<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuiHKiC2JuxuRKcnC fXav-2BlTghVoArX12Y75dVAaP6MdPZyZyv1S7V-2FB3WNlJKFKMnCEjVT6wOeifDb18mWIcCwlftM_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkA YUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj -2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnMCxeWtTMBC-2FBKAMGN6itZp-2FuVfwBmGRQCFnUVsClXOPatyI62op3frU2wg-2B6xZtvrc3tTTkAWUhI6T2Y6ouYjcSCYRPAJHnwuuOzx7eK-2BJ-2FDWopl0DT52omQU48NzHoAWFa2Dap9-2FLZoKG6yIRLfRGWruoA3kpAFNNaH sPeJyIg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/554420fd-b35f-4c5d-af65-d0b0bdf7cf4b_1743438165467606.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:27 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KNSI<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPumesAAuRj0LoXwA7-2BTIAEQ-3D4HX5_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trld btE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5Rcx toI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn7VyhEU9Xo1rgAMUcO397tRVjxhBSgD6iEUGqAAwa2fCc5J1B6KJplyRzHvCo55p6wiX8hV2gxJseoLG8VaLMG3UqbLOA4wczCIpeMSp9FeGq7oOD3S52-2B1xLZ7Smk-2BK0Fyn 4Zl2uOxdChNzS6FbzBcwePkBVeiCPcYR8Cr2OdH4-3D> Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English _ 64 Minneapolis City Council bans algorithmic rent price fixing<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu6Q4NoGc-2FrD2lSqumrBN7u2zULe27f6-2FO xELNn3Js8rJXOJ0otLMyNme8-2F3kRnL588TpHUwZbKP4IUjMvC6El3f0qr_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTt I8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6 QYPnQzBymGXoPB9qCnt2jWKQ3QIMFllJPAfKY-2BUw5y-2BW-2BSfPX-2FvzkYqhXpKbjkJsul-2FPuxJpxohNokSm-2BTUaEDvLQIGHbTlZdkSVZADY5SJKZDDOfXuxVFi77v9cR-2FaXehackjEckcJgt3Q8DRiGV4fUwIjOhyNTq8pfS7OrQH2Kv-2Bo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/edf9547f-9bfe-4f68-8119-728826ccf825_1743438165467640.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:15 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DKMzx_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3t rldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5 RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnztpV8WjzurDcO1s-2B2exGFWOCGPC4la0S0JwDRQfHFQcYeBP7UR2BfUzwDU2t9n60sxBUMwSl7W3-2FYF-2B8l4o2IOwV0OEpkxSllzAq4YKY4vjS-2F3fpx6pO9eidBQvd IMBVqDCzKHu5OP3KT0gqIiDIUZJjRsmhASu7K5kXpwUCGZI-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Twin Cities renters living in units managed by algorithms paid an average of $324 more per year, council members say. MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis City Council banned algorithmic rental price fixing Thursday, becoming the third city in the U.S. to do so. But what does that mean for renters and landlords? In a press release Friday, the Minneapolis City Council shared that companies like RealPage provide an algorithm called Yieldstar ... Robin Wonsley. In August 2024, the Department of Justice and several attorneys general sued RealPage for its algorithmic pricing. Twin Cities renters in units managed by algorithms paid an average of $324 more per year than renters in units not managed by algorithms, according to the Minneapolis City Council. 65 Lonsdale Public Works does it all — water, sewer, parks, streets, more<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuqMPlCmYol3gZHdpQuHNNQGFUt v-2FE5lNsBwbYGvr62XzKFsmQoi9YtIR-2BaFyw3b7a9ZEuxSILzFE3d-2FwMfslmrhRqW_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3 b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54v VLayiUd3xK6QYPnYfMceuKKn6cmceavgBFUVEyyjvSFdo6dktnqUixoNkQGcw2eOZv-2BpXe-2B8Vyw5-2Fpn7pziB32SJjlu0kLPMpTVfbv2sdgD4DI12NTqUzg6n1p1T6KJxCliwcaW-2BnvN0S4p17re-2FacJ7YElVDnbkDkJSnxWu9pwo1ioglWf-2Bezi0UE- 3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fcc8fb48-b5d8-4024-b330-72418c58b51d_1743438165467705.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 12:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Le Sueur County News<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPk0pvMet-2B6woEh-2FAsLYe-2FQmHjHM9Ir8gUFYFmS6LaiwyP6jklimERIIbanB8St2AgA-3D-3DRGZj_xWb104w8vmDdw 9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2Bk sBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnSxo-2Brzgv1y5Bt0erLUjb5hwHeQhKsSVKrPa-2BTrUMzs9AT-2Bdp0qPx-2BIrLq-2F3 VR-2BybpZwHg-2F5e1J53jqGUaN3AgA1CkJXtVhhVeAUQ-2B6fEEQjIWARsrCujtXPZLq4UVPjKTK2ScGkVE-2BQ2YbDCkMi9IRShGRRV2txdYOPvL-2BNRNtI-3D> Author Colton Kemp Market Le Sueur, MN Language English Public Works Director Joe Dornfeld holds a string line while he and two of his department's workers paint the lines onto the soccer fields Thursday in Lonsdale. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) Public Works employee Scott Duban jackhammers out a line as he works on remodeling the women's restroom at Jaycee Park Thursday. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) A van owned by the Lonsdale Public Works Department sits outside the bathrooms at Jaycee Park Thursday as the city renovates ... the facility. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) The pickup seen here near the soccer fields Thursday is the newest in a fleet of trucks and other vehicles at Lonsdale Public Works. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) Lonsdale is lucky, according to the head maintenance guy. Public Works Director Joe Dornfeld holds a string line while he and two of his department's workers paint the lines onto the soccer fields Thursday in Lonsdale. (Colton Kemp — ... LonsdaleNewsReview. com) Public Works employee Scott Duban jackhammers out a line as he works on remodeling the women's restroom at Jaycee Park Thursday. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) A van owned by the Lonsdale Public Works Department sits outside the bathrooms at Jaycee Park Thursday as the city renovates the facility. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) The pickup seen here near the soccer fields Thursday is the newest in a fleet of trucks and other vehicles at Lonsdale Public Works. (Colton ... 66 Monopole to replace decommissioned water tower in Coon Rapids<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttXCooI7ZO3BRqHns5eNgvoYjOyz-2Fg96z- 2FGA23uAXbllIxe-2BB-2BlrQbvwu7SyIoTxIf5w6yxHqaUdfn9ZBdHaRiQf7QD_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN- 2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd 3xK6QYPnA-2Flt-2BFXt3RijQC6zOJBhEeB3wOF5AMV2cFPENhUZaIpEqLZwkHVZq-2Btp2KxqvKWBi1O-2FBljzsxd7RhoYr2Qi7EFANC-2Bks5YPY500Li0MHLM3fYO0w48-2B-2BSRhwz8coaUYzVrdyRr4-2Buelor2ZYYLi8oxuvuHYMBDc-2FHUeVh-2FYsoY -3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9293f76c-2652-4f4b-8f37-5d5695798de9_1743438165467742.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 12:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0C35ou_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn3FUld4OdEUrpKpCJ22E2dGhogEmNAAc0PF45ezWW3yVeajTBrss1vxhpROCoEuAbQmPI-2FF5k91xZ8bmlt6Gh0ANl6QB91qmZ0CNwKv XBIB4rFStYo0Ik2EwQFUVqeNB93oUFwWM2yPc1j0dRAq0BCaVb17N2B7G1-2FM7XIeVUcrU-3D> Author Peter Bodley Market Minneapolis, MN Language English A monopole will be built on the Coon Rapids site of a decommissioned water tower that will be demolished. The Coon Rapids City Council March 18 awarded three contracts for the project to remove the old water tower at 11316 Foley Blvd., just south of the Northdale Boulevard intersection, and replace it with a permanent 150-foot-high monopole for continued telecommunications services. 67 Cedar-Riverside residents call for city to renew violence interrupter contract<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttm1U9zfbkPzSBYPYEh jzducPpAOjchyUJT9QtV2QPKZgKQqI8z83FHSqKayqIaMPrjZgldxS0UUPlYEcP7ltHCq72t_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17N p3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC5 4vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnfj7nf-2BMFFo9bSkJSpDdB2OdT-2FSZT9839bKZ5M-2BzLAXJ6XxG38t5YC-2BFI-2BeqEWjMSWY576oTzdzjmwwuoIVRHD2fHtOQ96P0-2Bj-2BsmwfiEs6rlKcjEV05TsQKoq-2B3OmUp4QuZNgfHNbEMWz4YR81kj7SxdC8Hwt54xFphLVN WvFcs-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8eea9ccc-627d-4e92-aa0a-1ce9adde96c5_1743438165467767.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 11:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3DcP7V_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9 OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7t CY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnktY-2BN72WhPTlF4qqJdgcpdc0CVKgL0LXe8EejAVvRjhXfJb2XT-2B68ANblt4ZDlMYbKtiu0GjDOhs8B1Y-2BnxsdMCcXR9u1Cb-2BkakOMhDZntFZr8DzlJfu-2 F8ul4z-2B-2F33ap192RR7ZffrpP5bgyRHEzBzyXeOwZD76ffWP3OlkjTF0-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English ... in the neighborhood. Metro Youth Diversion, a violence interrupter group that helps de-escalate potentially violent situations and engages with community members, left Cedar-Riverside after four years of patrolling the neighborhood. This comes after weeks of scrutiny from the Minneapolis City Council over issuing contracts to certain violence interrupter programs from the city's Neighborhood Safety Program. A city official from the Neighborhood Safety Department said in a city council meeting on March 17 that the Metro Youth contract was not renewed because the neighborhood ... is no longer in the top eight areas of violence in Minneapolis. When the Metro Youth was initially given the contract in 2020, the hope was that the group could counter rising crime rates in the neighborhood, City Council Member Jamal Osman (Ward 6) said. Osman said taking away the youth interruption group is a flawed approach once there is progress. "They say, 'Oh, because that area of the city, it's safe.' The data doesn't support it. We don't have a lot of crimes. And I say that's the point," Osman said. " ... in the neighborhood that really affects how safe people feel in the neighborhood and can also affect safety if it's left completely unchecked." The effort to return Metro Youth to Cedar-Riverside is already underway, as Osman introduced an amendment to allocate funds for the program at Tuesday's city council meeting. Even though the amendment passed in the City Council, Starr and Solomon said they were upset about the lack of communication from Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's administration on maintaining programs like this. "We just need to get all on the same page about how we're ... 68 City Council passes safety violence intervention contracts after delays<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsAp4ahmjLs030-2FenquWknLk AbtG7Bdzg1nOpLrsWDJCaY1oOODk29ExRjQwt2uU6U-2FibOpsBJ6XDb2kDQ8hU3ALMEW_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b -2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vV LayiUd3xK6QYPn-2B2RoHhXGdaJK-2FaQfnXC4eKPksugTLuCSev9jKXh2wDw8HOP1VLklD443vuhNUTRU3NCvP5IQpbs2P3hBmZB-2BfnBvEqDCIE1D3Sc0qwpnzJAH6RW6-2Brt3wskEh4bzjYnbhZk5vn2yDM4l4Cj5ScPx-2BhfF-2FbYTh-2FAc-2BmZbE4X1g Io-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/353572d1-486f-4b6d-9882-692567f1dba3_1743438165467790.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 11:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3DSU67_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9 OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7t CY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnXPhDd1Ul4GIGotqDa3A8dV6JOmkwujtX-2BWBX7u4gCwG44EfC3uE4v-2Bh-2FQPB5BI9CrUoAvrBx-2FWYsqEfNKf1k5XCVFN8cKvQGhy5hR-2Bgj4YsG7GeeQlaw N-2FvgKFasUMgV7t6OCW3TwaR2Afw7nQ8yB5mFk5xSChdUGJjKDI4w0-2FI-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The City Council approved five MinneapolUS safety contracts on Tuesday after a week of deliberation and scrutiny from council members and the public. The five safety contracts will go to nonprofit violence intervention groups that have previous experience in the community and violence prevention, Deputy Director ... and help people who may be at risk of committing or being victims of violence through de-escalation. Lakes said the five groups will split time between Ward 4, Ward 5 and Ward 9. Volunteers with these groups will be taught de-escalation techniques as well as CPR and first aid. Minneapolis City Council Member Robin Wonsley (Ward 2), who has been critical of the Neighborhood Safety Department in the past, said she felt confident about the contracts now that there was more information. "I am excited to approve these contracts and what will happen. But I want to see what the data will look like," ... Wonsley said. A sixth group, run by Rev. Jerry McAfee, Salem Inc., was considered for a contract before it was pulled by the Neighborhood Safety Department after two people involved with the group were arrested for a shootout. Although most city council members were happy to support the violence intervention contracts, several members were upset about the lack of attention the groups would be showing their wards. While the group's name was not spoken outright, city council members LaTrisha Vetaw (Ward 4) and Jeremiah Ellison ( ... 69 Scandia appoints EDA members<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsau2EQvnE-2BPi9qyqwhCIy-2BNbECIqGxVDIKJ16lq6JahVypRYpynUwJP4gIPXudjA O6-2B0lAqpj5VYN7cM11nRy-2BWddJ_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z- 2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnXXH4B9EYI-2B8ISSDZ8yA0Dhy dOWUwpCv3XJU1iUGTMkZTbu8jPlntXS-2FK-2F3Vy1QKOhNmXGG-2BlHD79wvIOyWnHRQGnn8n7E3BRNHWAKaNGUDugms-2Bq6AKFIajmqHyql-2FtpKTWI1TRnzKJfhBZjOBji6Wt2WI3EbQrSMvNvqiu7d4g-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fd809eb7-4c81-421d-a569-19fae46f3b8d_1743438165467825.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:56 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Country Messenger<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjKxZpWU0xB-2B4RHfksGk2m3qb8gIKPrDFCKL4-2FEcxxMD77Qo_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehug uOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp 6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPngandjXDpDh-2Bgve4hZMwy4x-2BdnCZ0g3Lj1-2FIncxLTL36Hr12SsGe50sSBAKK150Av1uxweKkVEUA2HG0DYC0jZxL-2B5wBUlj wF6qL2xrefyD2qeHkFw7SrFv54NhACb9GtPRUONnwZKHv2ah1KefZHUEfpH98cPGS4YnmRfCdQYNM-3D> Author Kyle Weaver Market Scandia, MN Language English Scandia's newly reconstituted Economic Development Authority will have five citizen members and two elected city council members. The Scandia City Council last week appointed city residents Carolyn Smith, David Wilske, Patrick Doyle, Patricia Lange and Jacqueline Chaves to the EDA. Council member Jim Gribble and Mayor Steve Kronmiller will also serve on the panel as full voting members. 70 Nisswa Mayor Jennifer Carnahan announces run for Minnesota State Senate District 6<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvp0CKX9XCi53PF iB-2F2Ape6oT31PH9WI-2FLmwOM4rXMfQc25G7en1hzfVZPz7r06DcE3ha6aESAMPiP5N3YpmBCcBVp5_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mK kAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34 pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn-2FXD-2FgMB3L9hCzeBpSZW8CtSlOjjmOexPxGWmf8g3F-2F76IMkCa9EW8RI-2Fi3lgcqzshG-2F-2B-2BwwOLpQyZiBgSVRMczS7RaqCgQ2GdwFGmNbDTWxRIv0KI57xowFO6Oa0-2FQzDA5KFQ3mU1mJT-2Bpyx2iDGthuDeTL1 2wUuBdYtHsdKMhw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/60efe9ac-0c50-49da-adff-5f8d7bfdca62_1743438165467859.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:46 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Grand Rapids Herald-Review<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkULVM49mtnKqRGfbngYk-2FAHU2v-2B0q93NFmdyEhOi8AQK-e5_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSr l9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwR rdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnSLfo8H8JcH-2FK-2B-2B-2FziVOsICep25qEvXcLFuE1wNucvU9kG2hUgBay0A7gbG7U5vVAFKssvKlu-2F1kruwsRocM HM1mQHqz8hWCRXai6JkYZORbkiJFGTOts9lLeWZ5QuijrE9sBbqvIPILgI-2FX-2FbIeXvkXqPwjDGkjZYB-2BXwj-2FWPfw-3D> Market Grand Rapids, MN Language English "Since 2016, I have been deeply engaged in Republican politics across Minnesota, witnessing firsthand the harmful effects of Democratic policies on our state. Serving as Chairwoman of the Republican Party of Minnesota for four-and-a-half years and now as Mayor of Nisswa has only strengthened my commitment to advocating for our families, communities, and a stronger future for Minnesota. Throughout my campaign for mayor, I listened to residents' concerns—rising costs, burdensome regulations, and the need for strong, fiscally conservative ... 71 Plymouth seeks applicants from Ward 2 for HRA<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu3DucsFmbUhzmnmJyWNCaw-2FXAzniBLPC2nVXziv7t2Eqhxwj- 2FUQcw8z6ILu1X2Ll13pf8kPpUOPhP6fmd3QgbH7xfh_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhX NwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6hWhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPn5v9JobQ3Y5cp UqfLG8A2BKE-2BXybW-2FOnj5apO0TNkA2axbaVQx5JBVJ4cbUqtnUo5BeGDy0TM6nOd3EG1ScsdPg1Zjnq1h2kDUbV-2BaDh8RThfJglepYe2587t9XEMO4c1pD9aJRkxHItO-2F14ZH9PJskzOEGz-2BKjMTs934wY6HvSE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e4720b57-f26f-4d9e-9033-50002992436c_1743438165467894.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CSqFS_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa72jkQGcRHWqYAciHSgZK4Rl5eyi8mKkAYUx17Np3b-2FgN-2BTtI8jUbLWuPcTBfOhXNwMwZtyobX2Z-2FEWBWevHROKAilxeGKI-2FStMH-2FgWO70TKlk7-2BksBfJJHxS4fNpouc05QQZcqwRrdP6u8Hhp6h WhSTdhIqnOiaQsjhPHpc7tCY9by5RcxtoI2juTBTRDs0iCqhq7q-2B-2FUup4XNEYtJP34pj-2BSC54vVLayiUd3xK6QYPnVbSsuwyNRTk8-2FfXVYKCXqsLsXkGZIIS9jdkcnrKhYwA7O8Lx21VLrfu7vduRWOVR283vQ-2F-2FmjAjZBfyRwxru-2B-2F1VzJ5-2F vXyqMY-2BMhfTeHRW2AJVXNXLmjC-2B49IPWntwAQpVonXGPcZy-2FiT31CUIpPGvvJ6BY0iLdctjRQtKE1dU-3D> Author Plymouth Housing Redevelopment Authority Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... applicants from Ward 2 (southwest Plymouth) for the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA). One seat is available for appointment. Residents with an interest in serving are encouraged to apply by 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16. The HRA is a volunteer advisory board to the Plymouth City Council. The HRA works with Plymouth's housing and community development programs; administers federal, state and local grants for housing programs; and manages a few residential buildings. 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LMC City News Roundup for 3-31-25 From League of Minnesota Cities (newsroundup@lmc.org) View Full Report<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPorQFvo2nn3dr4pIQRJVcHF68DBOwXIPrZ-2BfbALoA6t1Wtv2LttbUsOvtJsdkB4XlNk-2BFKXgSdDC1MzG-2FKUZuE6rWaMmNobQmbfrom e1Hk5YyEhA_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7 Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtySx57bNnAiaDve9e9ErmNijEPRhEWJqyUnLnWRzWqN-2Fmvn 2oTmNrwVXVNASzq8xqxxlz-2F60iKkqvxWe4V8C7g0eS1-2Fq6t6hQl26cIYWLxCnG-2F7tyuXNzOgW0RaNikTNf-2B2-2FBb0QNyy-2FLm-2B6-2Fhw8LZKWjwTM06kShXfwSOuNs-2Fa6k-3D> LMC City News Roundup for 3-31-25 Total Number of Clips 72 1 Popular Mexican Food Truck Moves – Felt They Were “Not Welcome”<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu5ZCwovIsI0laiDzHIdDYG5qUjjZwxkNdK AMlZu5-2FnKp74HkQkOxnXiSTnhxQsLMxlYUS00GiWBw8kBGAsizcVK83X_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P- 2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bt yuQuogFNLW0M0-2Bv2Dl2QuMi-2BXFtMW4piBD6lamvX-2FvEnISPpSDjZWQpmSmyEKDMiRJVswcbIPWm0hlHaN6e7GV-2FFFWOCvCzat1tw9lN7wvzEzfbyLs9vZ2Gg1pMAoE5hx9ekaatqyy-2BwGs2NrRs331459GRNMT6Ql1Jw2PmjpUe0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 10:26 AM CDT Category Digital News Source AM 1240 WJON<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqGS3D3vBPix-2F50iIcUrmb4-3DtQbq_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyq AXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61Fg tJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty6eD-2B6FfprBrRKrwLiXkXdqfT1KwiSxSHMm6n07WrrlRWcbVcpF9574ONvSdDCZWfX5wIrfSLkl3lBZpUjnTWTPMlLDCPyfuAkwUq5PyqXfDuYHhSYGpv4Wy22UJzjf3 tCgnODqs2nsGSiaBc-2FZWKwSz0f3tT4A3AbaAr1p61o70-3D> Author Laura Bradshaw Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English ... a small town near there, but I have never been there. Now, I think a lot of people will be seeking it out. If you look at the comments on this post, you will see that it seems that the residents of Andover loved the food from this food truck, and wanted them to stay, but perhaps it was more of the City Council, and/or the people who approve the permits. Although, it also looks like NowThen is definitely happy to be getting La Troquita Del Sur food truck in their town. Lots of excited people planning to go there for lunch. It's just a shame that the people who loved the food truck in Andover (and that ... 2 Looking back on the 2025 Plymouth State of the City<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5hAflaLBwb1auyODprUpghQBHoZJJ18WCcrLHhMjXtE-2 BS-2F5nCtlUCc0f7Hi0wKh7jyrymPf16oRAPCsN9flEwJnCV_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hW J8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty-2B1aptRu kZJTtSAYSr4apfG4b9Vnf0ikRWidBOKss0z8cMAnFTbVVzF0oMOdoHKs777IJhEXKh3GTfoeoqbA1AY31lVHR6AhQb1qFQazDv5PIRz0fG3ZfFWauQYFrHxEQkdTi0RpYyRtVaV2Wil83sX01n-2F4jbEqwKDC6gw5CDlI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d85d530d-eb2b-4e76-a287-e2f8db23d6de_1743438165465415.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:36 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CfrRj_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyNKC4sMrcP2MWtVWAtWq88QJUSroefMb7u7RGAVBx6XbjVOEYuB72b23CjibaZdtRGPFeZPEZcmz8kEG5lCq2Qli62XjQ07jj87tSIJaRCm tqjngzTzijzpWm8qhUjGlheVP6zrxlYRb97ep57iQ5bm-2FUJi3yDjoA-2B66JCWHknLg-3D> Author Natalie Cierzan Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Plymouth Mayor Jeff Wosje had some good news to kick off the 2025 State of the City on March 22: "I'm once again proud to report that the state of the city of Plymouth is strong." The news was met with applause from the audience gathered in chairs at the Discover Plymouth event in the Plymouth Community Center ... 3 2 billboards at issue on property in Rogers<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvRaQYChoWww8u-2FSsTUbJhrWp-2FMrIu7yxaXeAf78DCIZV5BFRVd cjb16XA61vIl7zOQsxy-2B-2BKK98JgOY2aOQS-2Fp5C-c_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8 rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyQobRJZyisMf tImiS8OLjhUZyzTFZ5jlLh01KpjuoS2MzIBIDexJJo-2BcERXuCC-2ByLim96n8uPetpfCOLe9ItfUsCDYnTjhoSt953ZsQUasOZkWxS8zL6VkFMyYXHj3FDDhnFcQj9SfeXG32NhCF56oyB6rlkbtTgGFCVDJeh3RVk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0e902ea3-dcf9-4f24-b313-fc80b49f1ba4_1743438165465486.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:21 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0Cfl02_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyZXgqeSgfBYMWl1jBjI0R01z4mg5TTWQWAZz0Sg8TjIZvmV0LaiKQlMOooepHhVEa-2BfFLFIuxdETqubUNznq00KildazOyA0FLbzgMYxM gQtwqShr1GtOWjdcGJSXSzMBXAa-2FStBs81HWdjDUbMiEC6-2BsbS-2BQR1vP5LrCE2mOGz4-3D> Author Sue Webber Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Rogers City Council on March 25 considered and discussed but took no action on a request by the Rouillard family to extend the duration of billboards on city-owned property. In March 1996, the city entered into a purchase agreement and agreement for gift and donation of real property with Gordon Rouillard for the ... 4 Chatfield to Update Comprehensive Plan<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvmhkbxNa-2FRhO2TTfAWpKk5AT3hd2eSuw1IEq0XjI0mKkmaBWvvrCIuT0y zUxDYc-2FjIkKrVSgRB-2F7tLWEWnM4ge9esc_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41s JllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyz2gQK2jIcytHBCIFZjia 0VqinAGxt2HWGfoDo4aotzCzoeoChp4BQvUHNhK64vk-2BpokyZiEqLt1R3q-2FkSmvajkITEL1VnKbwRVlByMrGeE2C-2F2AMlJVx0mc20QesWB-2Bn4Ru3ezRGTSQD-2FVoLbqNtDE7nrdf6bixoyd-2FDWR0EcuE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:55 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELjnohM_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeT ZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2Fjp hRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty0EsLMm22NXWgQrZHnmkhcqMPpFGrHPnvH6i-2FULP2dK0dV88GIeY8bmWhf-2FOtAdpKefIXc-2FHyZ902GS0-2B11LNrio5AlYi ERI-2BqE959xUMDqPbDEK8bWK0nhikJQg0w8nscEISZFiZ4hAlnUdgfUzDzOS84KzjX-2Bcgwb4KPOC0W2E-3D> Author Karen Reisner Market Preston, MN Language English ... total of $1,364 will be contributed from the Chill Fest book sale and a memorial. A donation in the amount of $50 was accepted for the fire department. The purchase of flower baskets and hangers was approved at a cost of $4,000. Approval was granted to apply for Grant Navigation Support from the League of Minnesota Cities. The grant is up to $5,000 to be used in a process to identify matching funds to city projects and to aid in the grant application process. The citywide rummage sale is scheduled for Saturday, May 3. Spring residential cleanup is scheduled for Monday, May 5. 5 Mystery, Fear Surround ICE Detention Of U Of MN Grad Student<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttNwweonapO401SIzoPKI6xGCfuPTNvtQ3dBqV zIB8K0OmItmdUH-2FDtGuabuhXDM2gPpzqBgFSLlRH-2FNBFMbLP2sUZ3_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2 FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty pa44IWYoQD3516YGVfj5xY9IG-2BMHudv6qujGEIQ7MGR1MUIG39VsBrJKoOL1NmnH-2FTgz2qv1tzYllQO-2BmxQtEtgPYk88XMW-2Fn9VFEUcYbcjQeySKCG789tK8G4R43psdPc0p-2F2TZc5je9RE93v3igRzjSBfqRGQEVw8J5UDt6tQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/04d0167c-b059-48c5-b55f-6ddd149d6142_1743438165465532.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Patch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPi3pC-2FYGfprlNHo6C8GC3BoyLDlir-2FJf9cjGscG6vFzcrVs__39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty0-2Bnt4tIXuNPrzGSRWnS9wWToTq1G-2FbuBm8qN-2Foii8B1MZm12eNdv-2FcGYKZhqEIMnp26ayZkIdvHxazcdcaGKl8I3KcyH6NFn9k hCgvuCuUhFm8XmL8waEgCII5RH-2FWGuct4fw83ivr9cSayi8uisXg-2FK0aQ7jHgyb7KSEM9zhRM-3D> Author William Bornhoft Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... ." Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said he is in touch with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. "The University of Minnesota is an international destination for education and research," Walz wrote on X. "We have any number of students studying here with visas, and we need answers." Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called the case "deeply troubling." "Educational environments must be places where all students can focus on learning and growing without fear," he said on social media. 6 Blaine approves contract for Water Tower No 2 improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttOSunT353cUKD5hKjCrxYjf-2Fa33kjeKHMAsZR c33ansiOHbaaJa6nzxYOEclftl9Ks5yiqFh0pxg3fNcWTfZQZAdH9_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT 7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyklg0 39VGyKrL4tQ6I-2Fil4YdXusA89pFvHaYeuwhAJ71ljzXvLUoBX6JmAEE3xVTWbVHxIL599GQMYBumkQ-2FS0EQmcw4536eUzBFudt-2Bo4Z3kXdsDLnal0-2BtvXSiBd2IICP3p-2BfwtXYncYABN84QR3d-2FQbOsUjmOrWW4RMySHcQo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/f26fab73-0400-45ab-a9c6-e271030cdc3f_1743438165465570.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:25 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CbEG1_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyEIsY24OsOIcT5-2FAutxdmatu34DONBVvWAO-2F66N0Xcxkwo718woajYNYvaDx-2Bg1mg1-2F-2Fwy8wPP1JgSjdtBZIU5NEM-2FtXIkf yPWmh5NjHL1qHoDpkJYJQ-2BwlgABXayjaKQCMu5NPZv7-2Fu-2FgcLOT-2BLJAC2psUUXRSfzCLzlCM3p2zU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English At the March 17 meeting, the Blaine City Council unanimously approved a bid from JR Stelzer for reconditioning improvements to Water Tower No 2, at a cost of just more than $1.1 million excluding contingency. Public Works Director Nick Fleischhacker said that engineering staff received bids on March 11, and that the tower was in need of re- ... 7 Reckless cyclists be warned: Edina looks to get a handle on dangerous e-bike usage<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts9arefvwaxibazx QAKopBjgwsAKpC9jFmRijM4Jl-2FIKMomqOYvoEkLh8zEGg2UdplCAlvoOdw803nbaTurkDJtlngM_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu 3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0- 2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyj6MUXidonHB3eulY-2BXy3tr8cRlW9sFZEXf34XP85384U6hDnqwB0yAY4ONtED1OiJCaVs9sI1UVoiSm5BXdR1r-2F4Kt8h9QiC8WqQ9LbCUrBfP0clGiqUymhdMSAjHoTg67kPr9pRSdRu7jiOIyrSX6z2xthlML2-2BF34wSxjD-2Bao -3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/20b08f81-0ff7-4eb8-a40b-a895f89340be_1743438165465614.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:11 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Sun Current - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErfC7bjEa3uwWvKESA7TOucWwmXJ7dgBQ048KBfsd-2B-2BAQ-3D-3DcglP _39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLj zri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyCtehcIZEWmAcsA83xggeCxJM3SwRiWIeNcRMlNt9Nw2od6-2FwmucTbQG Ilq0B6Lr2A2CD5zvNy3NcIhmyqcBP6lzjeREdxHAs09vMp7QAcKHk5YRhVshXGaorccjqqwGJGnVQJP5e2TDLAIwej5DDiR-2BXqXRG9HDwBMY5ry2GEa8-3D> Author Alex Kautzman Market Eden Prairie, MN Language English After receiving concerns from residents, the Edina City Council will consider updating its e-bike regulation ordinance to address reckless riding. Engineering Director Chad Millner and Edina Police Lt. Dave Venne offered an ordinance amendment during a March 18 meeting. The changes include a requirement that all e-bike riders obey state law; and a rule that ... 8 Businesses forced to vacate Alliance Bank Building by Monday<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsXjsg6ss4XLmyosF84ztxMZjXav2qfUWQgixJ cUxEM8jfPOpVSJxnjhb-2FnqYtU-2BDJck50mu5FR43Q7hFck0tITlzDq_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2 FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty e2noeeVa0Za2qQdGdjQkqnqa5G8-2F2ScuPv9pe2MJuoG8ba9zmI0NSK9luvwl-2Fy5IrajS2An-2F5JqZVxLthD33W6Ow-2Fv8ldl8N1DrXMotLN3djAXYxdof7J59HiVGyoSULTgc8OR1NjfDSWmbjnvZhZ7f-2FJ74Vy4CK-2FqGlzlUyUAw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/15745877-56bd-41d1-8c42-89782f7309c3_1743438165465643.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:00 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3Dl8Q2_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33 COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2U WvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyn1WVSMmyke-2Fo-2BrrRKMeT6pHIvVhlsoygYG7rOPI7sTOtZt9kSE2b9w8tJZFyqXLWJcP-2BxCChNN0BliBPlajOKW1uRsm6VE6BUYupnOS7eRNgHpkOZP-2FLVuZIiC0capq8T2L deQKJS2Co3993Qmrv21Gul6Wo8P5-2F97QyVYn66Iw-3D> Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... financial hardships due to the deteriorating condition of downtown St. Paul." Madison Equities told tenants to pack up and move out because utilities would be shut off. Tenants have told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS it's been an emotional rollercoaster, and they're frustrated with a lack of accountability. Mayor Melvin Carter called the situation "frustrating and unreasonable," and the city negotiated with utility companies to keep the lights on until the end of March. RELATED: St. Paul mayor stepping in to help tenants at Alliance Bank Center after being told to vacate Last year, ... living conditions were reported inside. That resulted in the building being transferred to temporary ownership. Lowy residents were eventually displaced after months of failed safety inspections led to the building being condemned. RELATED: 'Rodents, insects and feces' just some of what St. Paul mayor found in downtown apartment building I 'Some of the most disgusting conditions I've ever seen': St. Payl mayor condemns owner of Lowry Apartments I Judge orders management responsibilities to be temporarily removed from owner of Lowry Apartment building I Lowry Apartments in St. ... city workers to return to the office. Gov. Tim Walz announced just last week that state workers must work in person at least half the month starting June 1. Starting Tuesday, St. Paul city workers will also have to work at least three days each week at the office after an order made last year by Mayor Carter. RELATED: Workers to return to downtown St. Paul under new state policy I Government workers push back on Walz's return-to-office mandate I Gov. Walz: State employees required to work in-person for at least half of scheduled workdays Madison Equities hasn't responded to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS' ... 9 Contract with new trash hauler to begin Tuesday in St. Paul; Mayor Carter advocates for garbage truck dispatch center<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLB cgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttd9ckmkibxBr7DfDJUCjG1i7PnQMw8UhBlBJLhshfRoEIvA4G2cDNSN5hnQtIqne58TEDukTIPyE-2FT2rSZCPGHfCRA_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5q vOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLM CW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyM93lFvZEYJ-2Fcdd80W0HsDua7hJs-2BWTfoHM85vaYc2AnTJf-2BCcWN21aFLA8ngOmK3fS5JMA2aN-2B3szkZ9g0IFSVWLPZWWgqtiBRkLOD9xNgmY1MJBWDabG3R7Pt53Lj-2Fg-2BZfJ gHGhiRIwK-2BulVGJP8-2BQd7fyzOKi1fDqGKcPAATU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a23a2c59-f105-46f8-a5e9-93ee16832b81_1743438165465726.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 8:00 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DD-4q_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33 COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2U WvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyTs2XjXWUt56hCc7NHt6HZoNG5A50QdT1JXpXsVugr617EN-2Bo-2BNIbywfGzF6BUIf9WGGUl3qtN-2BvjE6xUkoas7tL69zujA3UaPN4bsUpgQj57g2XzIkhwUk8M8AU08QJNLnfHT wsxVhppX8mGY9w3d3fN5wUFLqp5XcHNO4J-2B-2Bwo-3D> Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... 's contracts with five different waste haulers expire Monday — but a contract with a new contractor, FCC Environmental, will begin Tuesday. City officials decided last year that garbage collection should be done by one company after years of disputes. Mayor Melvin Carter pointed fingers at the City Council, saying they "plunged the city into crisis" after they voted no on a garbage truck dispatch center earlier this month. The facility would be a place for trucks to fuel up, get washed and park overnight. City Council members say their "no" vote stemmed from neighbor concerns for ... both the environment and pedestrian safety. Council President Rebecca Noeker has stated despite the "no" vote, FCC Environmental will still begin picking up trash throughout the city beginning on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Carter is urging City Council to reconsider its vote on the garbage truck dispatch center, writing in a letter that it isn't clear how the new trash company can serve the city. He even went as far as to say he isn't ruling out declaring a state of emergency. 10 Waconia eyes largest project in city history<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt6YIjk1VJ3O1mCr4B6SnQlfI1jSu12vhiMXz99Nh6DL0iZYDz4Bx 1t-2BSheWcnvi5s8rnPBs5MCJ5hiKMk-2BjkS-2B-sOc_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rg ytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btygd14UkmNQfG7y w3btdaeTPKbb7o3VXFDkIcJ5NO01zPN5jItcI2f87OKSGaYPpJmEMI7rkETROkAZ48VXWCsDIaALtr5tquo87vTSh0vhOvv5g5-2B-2BCC2bTp0VR5YLRl0DDN4PITUPuZROzZ1js4HG4sroQgrkCBWWehn9sQJZx8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/181e8a42-3363-461e-b9dc-2086842d3f76_1743438165465771.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:58 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CYOsg_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyjjlUEE3YlwH0-2BXN6EWKzKTsxfXBzQ4MJgzNXoeCtg075kd80v36a8mqGUoZbYVcdwB1uFEJ3RbccPp3p5cLndSXGpE4SoCLSML-2FYbh pVhWTR30AJIN-2FCsvf4Kmzd4hsbqu9U2BrDRC8nn1iHATyWW8AMyC402l29usCmfgd50Ek-3D> Author Al Lohman Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Proposed construction of new water treatment plant carries $23.7M price tag If Waconia proceeds with the construction of a new water treatment plant, it would be the biggest project in city history at an estimated $23.7 million. At its meeting March 17, the city council authorized seeking a request for professional services to administer design and construction of the new facility. The action follows a water supply study and subsequent discussions about expanding the city's water system to accommodate future growth. While city leaders indicated no decision has ... 11 Caledonia Interviews Engineering Firms, Hires Parks & Recreation Manager<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvxGY-2BqGSEdBOHa5ecqpC4e L-2Fkg31j5Og-2FEP7Z9A9WsJQQ8VIfGfWXtjMpeFc8gUbvDZMdHZokE0v1GmaTak7D-2BEH99_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3 b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8 GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyllOcqyYTjh9Jf9qm7H02btjeMQgaBkU8KDJzOoWlR-2FXpy7Kq6uLPUlvV8YkLjfOzFFR5YrzEsY2L0GRgI4ZWCvoFAxizjIJaXRkrc4dTe4aqkk0-2BdJQvA9ebf-2FxrpVVN4Uyk3u-2BH-2BH7yvYH9oSFnJ96vaVaHlZPgMQW-2BRrppZu 8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELjg0hj_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeT ZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2Fjp hRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyCjAPT3h9a-2FmzJdJ5bNIUd5Zq6hjjgMNSsQa-2FuFvQC7Chcy47AL14EGd1nwh6rquXu3NDIhbEcEnRuPIF7vaLEJyBvy4m75vW 96ZBWwHoSmWyCU20Rem29ks6g9jT2cBQpl-2FVPePjVU8fkhIBm7Vveh54SRkD7UyR0Jy2QVA0Jgw-3D> Author Charlene Corson Selbee Market Preston, MN Language English ... during the council's regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025. Brownsville resident Aleigha Burg with SEH out of La Crosse, WI, was the first interviewee. From left to right, Public Works/Zoning Director Casey Klug, City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson, Bob Klug, Amanda Ninneman, Mayor Jeremy Leis, David Fitzpatrick, and John Rauk. Photo by Charlene Corson Selbee Caledonia City council members interviewed three engineering firms – WHKS, SEH, and Davy Engineering – at the council's March 24 meeting to serve as the town's civil engineer. The city's current civil engineering firm ... , Bolton & Menk, was unable to attend the meeting and will be interviewed at a later date. After introducing themselves and their organizations, Mayor Jeremy Leis asked each firm the following questions: 1. What sets you apart from other firms as the best choice for the city of Caledonia? 2. Costeffectiveness is the primary reason for this search. How does your firm prioritize cost-effectiveness for municipalities? 3. How does your firm advocate ... committee. More than 20vendors have been secured and will set up on South Kingston Street during Founder's Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m, on Saturday, June 14. Dickson explained that he traditionally presents the request to close the streets for Founder's Day to the council for approval in April. Mayor Leis expressed his appreciation for efforts to enhance the event. Public Works/Zoning Director Casey Klug reported that his departments are engaged in spring cleanup, street sweeping, cutting and trimming trees, and addressing the March 19 snowfall. City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson ... 12 Rushford Approves Police Cameras<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvwRuqmxzI1dUczKEqgcx4cId1m4u9UEMf5HYetlVBPajgzqgCPk6LgeRedQxHT46 ouT-2FobhxHyYaCTZZYfgLbb1EOt_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN 9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyGyn8TIA-2FAh6lmx-2Far8IWrVNf8 07bG0uOQ2L-2BtML6s-2F0j6-2FBJunF1gF4trvjQUCFLDPfGXt8FkvoTqht2xn105shGYP5Wd-2BkLABkL8jsbtj1sWbi5oF0Iu2ot8BSNb3m5XDZBpgfso88Z4TTVIsAcBNhQr6rGQ111FYLyhDi8FuQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/84428f88-b473-4b0f-9b72-d5baaa4b6665_1743438165465805.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 7:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fillmore County Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjivgZSnuvbaSw3u4whMp4HcSz0JPFy5bzIJ-2BDgjxELj2E9m_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeT ZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2Fjp hRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyVnzXmYxVOjyr43-2BWR3fXsREt8gwBeuF2NrUSRH-2BcyDPn8J0JeoDRtJE7apFPJ0839jj9ydxgEPJA099VPiTXoRFAPZtjFz5d lhVfOL11scyCMn5Bjd7v1tsCah1bm-2Fl5Itf-2BPi1MpQJPG-2FRTypEYvJXHEVLOEKXOTXvYXydnDE0-3D> Author Kirsten Zoellner Market Preston, MN Language English Rushford Police Chief Adam Eide, center, discusses body worn cameras at the March 24 council meeting. Also, pictured, form left, are City Administrator Tony Chladek and Councilors Jim O'Donnell and Sally Ryman. Photo Kirsten Zoellner The Rushford Council listens to updates at the March 24 meeting. Pictured, clockwise from left, are Councilor Sally Ryman, Mayor Terri Benson, and City Clerk Kathy Zacher. Photo Kirsten Zoellner After careful ... 13 Mankato unveils proposed vehicle noise ordinance<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsYxiYyO-2F9UOzTXny3LZHOofxUeThALlqXbiQCkbm1zFVqe VM67YUhzvIyMASMOstMGq4i8FBXZQwxkmWeMatqi9dSo_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rg ytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty00PWNO8qzbMNZ 49slWC8ANYGwhczxTfTlW34UrHYiAQk9dOBNUqIT-2BfqeSIk8YB3-2BHY3rlh-2FGQ4G4wnX96sYk1vrwfLwuXQSIhzBveOiD9-2BCPHq50gv0FdeeXO8J-2F9p2LL2LgvAq49EtWJHy5LN2P3lBqWzouJijVWevgMKxUKw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/47b81d1b-e3bd-4942-b1a8-717fc30edafb_1743438165465877.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:32 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAe6cp_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRp cPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty4I12iNT7Mr7cIJgoiovaciy0Uqwf34ht2OpuajSvJogGXYZMKZ-2BLiUFa6A-2ByaanrD7LiYUS123Ah2qb-2BRZTHbgjHtxm6K1XzE QDDpu4baJRdon2Cuzl6ildsYRTuVBQGA-2BI-2FmVR30DIB-2Bzrq1-2BvBip5fbZNN6yPZ4uBiE1gW-2B2Q-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English MANKATO — A new ordinance banning excessive vehicle noise could be approved by the Mankato City Council in less than a month despite skepticism among city leaders that the rules will be enforceable. The issue has been debated on and off for about two years, first arising when residents in new subdivisions along Highway 22 complained about truck noise — particularly semis using engine-retarding ... exhaust from any motor vehicle except through a muffler that effectively prevents abnormal or excessive noise and complies with all applicable state laws and regulations." The ordinance also states that "Vehicle Noise Laws Enforced" signs "may be installed at locations deemed appropriate by the City Council." But the ordinance doesn't require signs and states that its provisions would be in full force even if no signs are erected. (0 Ratings) 14 Deal with Sanimax could bring better smelling days to South St. Paul<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu71E8pMBEVtT919HR-2BXjZQ1hoi D-2Fr5EqXfhY2beopt-2Bt-2BexXbVk5rnFIbC-2BDtnpSN9s7Z79pkpDD7x8VrQSBHckTV__39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0 F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GR rj9YZbv6tX-2BtybAQf3S8b6BhKg5cMkFDgIcDtEISdH2a3e5t1GZNJsyB6YH18FgBxEYr-2BIZcn4l8QVAVOoWO2ySBfptlA2Euba2eLnL54tDVvr5JuEZeoFcIZwjvH9BhifnNyIgPhEz7FdyaDvqlKoOZTBXxu-2FnjiN8bmptTkjTNOs-2BAZ-2F4IFuVM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0103ea7c-d320-4d82-885d-6fcc2322dde6_1743438165465930.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:02 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2Fp0I4_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbV EeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2 FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyflI2Fe011IHw-2FgYpP-2FIboHBEwMaRLYyrNFhT-2BuCajA4tQbf-2FbIjn8FUASBZ-2BZkyyjjSQdZDGJUPtF23f-2FO2XL kClL1JoT13NoCpewMvPosanIUruzalEml0A3X-2BtJB5c6pDApHMfKRp6aAARgq4UrJsw35VI8wsaltmgKZEVNS4-3D> Author Eva Herscowitz Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... years-long legal battle with Sanimax over its challenges to the city's odor ordinance and zoning code. Leaders hope it represents an enduring solution to a nose-wrinkling problem that has dogged the city for years. "I'm confident [the company's] intent is for the future and for fixing the issue," Mayor Jimmy Francis said. "I know it's been ours this entire time." A Sanimax spokesman, echoing the mayor's message in a statement, pointed to the company's ongoing efforts to reduce the plant's impact on residents. The settlement, the statement continues, "is another positive step ... 15 Session crossroads: Deadlines loom, budget decisions near, sports stadium requests simmer<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLYWpqU XJUpTskqyAx0WTUTB-2FnM6-2BVl3nhctdFWbPj4VZdXQNoX-2FN-2BtaHVDRe0vD82LGm1k50XU436y6Rvw3ZEHaxs_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPd daJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5fa XAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyiZ9OIn-2BqI9dd-2FEgBvj4gRSvvZO7r3eNIAjifkhxXBSXqSSzVf4ISuMFU-2FKv8VA27Y4buMwIdqKjQtRngfH5rP2dzy7Z3OHWJ8VhUaRnm-2FzpaULxSsHfvWcrU-2BPy3ZNGYDRAYcHtZEED36Gb-2BKD6Y7-2BL wI8fQH4xBRk2mafUN2Vo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c4b8fdd9-9e20-49b3-8f48-14ea3e8981f0_1743438165465980.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:35 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3D7Ov6_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3 Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEq Rg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyODPrk6PNEMJ1mPAl-2Bdgvc-2BnKCtUx-2BY-2FjVTy4SZBnR8X8y2SGtPy3mv3Ig8j4PRlNcgOsOUid5YBCzI0XrnhMioOtKUITzIi5F0BM1EcPofiLKMN obgW3mF63l3SXmpUYF5ESbPIxx0-2Fdh0zo65LVhwbpmg41sZYsvTnlW2MD-2BcQ-3D> Author Peter Cox Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... going to argue that that's a pretty good investment," said St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, talking about a $769 million project that would revamp the Xcel Energy Center, the Roy Wilkins Auditorium and the RiverCentre. Flanked by supporters at a news conference, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter urges the city council to pass his budget compromise proposal on Dec. 11, 2024. Matt Sepic | MPR News St. Paul and the Minnesota Wild are asking for around $395 million from the state to fund the renovations "It's a large number until you compare it to the number and problem we'd be trying to figure out together if we ... 16 Former Area Mayor to Chair Minnesota DFL<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvdw8WBEyN-2BEkTcdn9tzGLJXendJUxCbVw2C6saMIDAV-2Bg3ucYlYb Mpe0BcIozViJqfzVARPC0ArFCPu65MuqGkdbSs_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41 sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyqtPgH-2FIu42q8d-2F2 wuAjb4zbbAC8-2F-2F3cUVXtgmx09tvfXeOhqXdt34I-2BlN5NgdKeOgvJhOhrmlcQZO-2FAIIaggXpsS5pXza5PEeSLLvLvo5Yvr1pVU1hMI5ersCn3yzQyED27Jk0KBqRQ7iFXl-2BsyqQA68JZc3ZB3bjMnp0ZpZNrw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9f20bfbe-92cf-4bf6-bc58-21542498d035_1743438165466009.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source KNSI<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPumesAAuRj0LoXwA7-2BTIAEQ-3DoyH1_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc 33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq 2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtySkS-2BJr9MbgKCVnP9JW3nUd4pvfJisk3mHx-2FpRcLCj3NbzUUdeyfK91ay3AC-2FjWsI0B7kqhK7BZAMfXAGc4lxGwOVQ3qhLsKOqRiDv7lPPpagumyLutkhmkNTCm639gguapc 1X7S4UjBxnzYn0xNTMbWQMcuitUqzC5q3wg-2F2iTE-3D> Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English _ 17 New ordinance to require cannabis, hemp businesses to register with the city<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsbCeMg0Il-2FVJ-2F9-2 ByiZgzrKGRlRty2PBf-2Fp6UV5Pp79Dm3rwZyFRvNMWwAAVokhCZK860IDWevs0nVQvAmWsQ-2FfvPfS_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfG lxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIE E0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyYNUrI3gTLn1Xe92iHejOoJks8b-2BB-2FWbsbntnjSWU3lktojesKRtHw3n9R-2FSYAFNbb2SK6whiNmskFfp-2FYMTZl7lhJYCZYQUAT9pNFQQwLIHlAYEcabVNMFNHO8mcCkAysnlMY-2B-2Fz7iEmGyJ4duXdLUNfd8RKcS-2BPUH Un3EzGrrw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/2693a6dc-fad9-4cd9-b368-81d7aa7f18b2_1743438165466033.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:41 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3DmVQV_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTy qAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61F gtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyoKcA57xnHo3luhmE0YU62bwmF7rhNlPhA7Gev8gpH4ULUxciff4AoUCoFX-2BRm0sl9E6FuC0C8a9-2F4nlAvbuu4tR-2BcRoYZjNA9fndLvGGlWijRuDHRRbqukZmMz 2I-2Fz7WG4BiLT5xcRCn7QL80WNZxOwW-2BNV-2FDsQP-2F9UhD31K1fg-3D> Author Katrina Bailey Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The Minneapolis City Council is considering a new ordinance requiring cannabis and hemp retailers to register with the city. The ordinance would codify state law passed in 2024, Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management spokesperson Jim Walker said. Under the ordinance, businesses without a license may be inspected and fined. ... City staff will present the ordinance to the City Council's Business, Housing & Zoning Committee on April 8. Zoe Thiel, manager of the city's Small Business Team, said it is the local government's responsibility to register all businesses in the city that sell cannabis and hemp products. While adult-use cannabis is not sold in stores, THC derived from ... 18 Minneapolis mayor says homeless encampments numbers down ‘significantly’<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttjc801AY6qX0y7jNOH3Nidt- 2B-2BBbu7SrbHJXdGgIxfXEC4OearnluHH1yLvLxAduNGIOhGB2AZ9lTGuvOPPCLG3LYfc_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8 grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj 9YZbv6tX-2Btyn65d36xV9KMZvfdADahvBYYgBvyxZiG1I34VvPPOpTX8ktzkhsnlf2iQYBNJjKJ-2BrN3kReSMUISGIR3ttSMJwCMmDC7r6L-2BKJpaloAV-2BZxLfVeFqvCIxPya7oT3EHuBkFDv8ZYUxCb6IbB-2Bcbz07yQ4bYZMrg8q5448-2F-2BVc45GY-3D > [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9c3602b0-d2ca-4c0d-9fb8-35e272bbf0a1_1743438165466061.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 7:16 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KSTP<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlz2kf2sa7iaMJPp0ccoApA-3DfHVj_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33 COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2U WvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtysGknhJcb-2Fvs2R9GcVf3OtfiN1Wo5k8TE62S2hhBksz8a9D1ydH4Jpzlk828dQYG-2BNl-2FbxUEFPnRBRH8r3N9juRHyteGairZ9O78MjXn0rC0CFdsCleMki3j-2FIBr5o3FGTR3 -2B9u0QYRoaPAQCuRpsy08ArzcMsBLNp7FPBCSC2Tk-3D> Author Jay Kolls KSTP Market Saint Paul, MN Language English Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS that over the past five months, the number of people living in homeless encampments has dropped "significantly," and so has the number of corresponding violent crimes that plagued neighborhoods where the encampments popped up. "It is a world of difference," said ... Mayor Frey. "We have an HR Team, a homeless response team, that is going out and both providing shelter and housing options. We're producing more deeply affordable housing than we ever have before by a longshot." Frey told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS there are currently 32 people in homeless encampments compared ... 19 Counterpoint: St. Paul does face critical issues, but its City Council members are far from ‘unserious’<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j 7DfIUNtumlQkRaK0EKor-2Fk0BDqQGCx-2FwRoM7WWjw0B6tcSqtAHSQn4yD36Daj-2FxGqW-2FSVV5JCbUwB1Vz4xBhcm0-2BKQtkvFBHV_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikI Pj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JA v3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyZJg6OOjDsZXHDrcnFco10TNLJ-2BjxYaH7CVPiDFzDUtGzeNSYhb0PHMiYkFuAX1eKDdfFM9m-2Fk9GbGRbQrbGbwWiY0mGOYo5affjG8rPAW2sbPO4cix-2FtvplHhgfbNKUnPfitC-2FjJH9q-2 Fs2vDV-2FKmBBjEDaj8hdrXj-2FdU2i9OVUc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0fa3ccf9-f330-4011-96be-e1b7b0bbd2a5_1743438165466094.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:34 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FmjIJ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbV EeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2 FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyd4BUmpjU-2B5YZusGoasr4yI0O0g8QFGuYwMZfvNxz7z7qXLxYLbbMFzrx94-2Bl5ISZvqIyrrvEwYsxmXATRJrux1RBmobFq ndAA3jKJXoUsLymMuXscR7uzz3G5ssOf3e8J2-2B2BoISgjDjWXZTF-2Fowi4RJLP4rN2IvfyNDzQufcn8-3D> Author Rebecca Noecker Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Opinion editor's note: Strib Voices publishes a mix of guest commentaries online and in print each day. To contribute, click here. I'm in my third term on the St. Paul City Council and I'm proud to serve with such an experienced and thoughtful group of colleagues. Our council members are engineers, entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders with a passion for community service and a vision for our city. They are a far cry from "unserious." Brehm is right to point out that there are ... to expand our tax base and boost our economy by attracting new companies and making it easier to develop businesses and housing. We need to provide excellent public services and make it easier for people of all income levels to call St. Paul home. At a strategic planning retreat last month, the City Council spent 12 hours over two days discussing these challenges and developing a strategic plan in response. The plan has five priority areas — climate, housing, economic development, fiscal resilience and public safety — and we are moving them forward with urgency. My council colleagues Saura Jost and ... St. Paul, and we've created a new $1.4 million Commercial Corridors Fund to support small businesses. We allocated over $1 million in our 2025 budget to a downtown office-to-residential conversion program that will incentivize developers to give new life to vacant downtown office buildings. And the City Council returned to work in the office four days a week in January 2021. 20 Workers run conduit for new red light traffic cameras<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuzo02JCCopk-2BplJ34-2BVJWEzFwmWESX78-2FUXjN x-2F2BnpxjXA7jH-2FQ1cCM72NlF24DO0CGZM-2FcNRnjXjYaN7ALlvB1SS_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P -2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2B ty1Zxa808Ock8BeI8cMV3xXZtb458vx91-2B73s0rrAMgNAlQRDBu0RxRSP1IfauTJMOFskTrZ5azvZHes4B2v2Rxpzs4G8j5nQE76X1NOdZyJBfV0deKS066nWGObnAgnEkfyVudccYqta8ctkukYz32ivw6-2FbHjAlQGgZDPE-2FcVm4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/c8d58d5c-f261-4215-a282-08f4755dc833_1743438165466138.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source VoiceofAlexandria.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjHW1GEpemjosAj6nMrXBjqzdYayuZcQyAbHCchTrjR6sCpa_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3w IvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpc Pei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyFj49Eu2gQYDAK84A5ZSwwRHcpBgvRii-2Bb6RPiXDdFGH7A0hewAKv0MKFXPpNSfBm7T10949bVdODfmFBE9fiY51WBeO8jVKnmnZHJk 2IvF1d18fERqQKsQcGv-2BfRT7YDZcZKn1ojqI-2BhDI-2FvgUh-2Fyr9JLTJhX-2BPDAIZ59x4xSl0-3D> Author MIRA SCHMITT-CASH Market Alexandria, MN Language English ... day grace period will not receive tickets, according to Pursell. Once that period ends, any driver found to violate the state's red light laws will be issued a civil ticket – not criminal – for $100. A normal criminal citation for running a red light, Pursell said, is $210.25. A certified Waverly police officer will decide whether a ticket is issued or not, Pursell said. If a violation is deemed to have occurred, a ticket will be issued to the registered owner of the vehicle. Tickets can be contested in the given time frame via the courts or by contacting the police station in person, by email or mail. ... 21 64 lots approved in Meadows of Otsego<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsdvnKcy8QranUpZWrU4DTnTuV92-2BTFspwbegaC-2BDs1gNPs5DpePwr5j 3rB6bxcVyhQV53FD3GZlLxuIV3YSY-2FaDWqt_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41s JllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtygT8USts50iBgkg8WI-2B xGMBnoD15MYYrEliQcPyLTJRUpp-2BTAlp1dxD6YdH5mfulgjXQUOiYQ9Tp5jTTSq7Ki0TDtdg2kXoQqNQDSo6CdeTaCoMT6TIv8J3Ir4vcLq68BPyVd8mn7n1VZJx8E0INB409Zxpgx68do7SsQZoHneFI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/12cf1836-df9d-457c-a3af-9fa4f02bcb74_1743438165466173.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CJevv_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyNLZR1QzaxZlKL5dImoPBpNClHWy-2B3rQPQ1XHLweh1eXlLysvJkZ-2BlhXP6QywDRcRJN3O7Ie2PRiIO7UG-2FoK89sKH1PQH0Wvwpk9a rPGbynyCbadFFJANcvI0m6tQTtIKzLeeHc-2Bs5l1LtFduCKU8kD1TuPxqk7uPcjgSn4fgfsE-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Final plans for 64 single-family lots in the Meadows of Otsego 2nd Addition have been approved by the Otsego City Council. The new lots will be located near the northeast corner of County State Aid Highway 38 and Odean Avenue. 22 Entry doors will be replaced in buildings<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsv30LmNxTZFemaDG-2FCh5lo-2BGOGljzU6CsxTSQHiZGEIJgb-2Fej aefpNewSPvDuCM0qtSxi5aDmXIgdWcANaurhw9zRM_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytK h41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyEKKU9ZQW9oPpIQo- 2BbV5VbTCyiCObg8-2B843RhIFAiNsafGtrj9Hnb3Iffr2j2-2BtDKAKyuXCLiDxrfJ95IxOl6utNhZqJ13Lb2aisT9ZmPmhRB9LtbFSWgBpPwy9MWWDuYG7LZLDzzem-2FbjWnBVEOwO0vGYmMsuVuJ-2F-2B6RvbNhqB0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/34112afe-1dc1-47ae-9f40-1b72e42ebfa7_1743438165466208.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CnpJM_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyBf3x4pGbaNyssvKmSieCUjJ9aD-2F4fHiOs4dtB4Uy6-2B06lYNqCVPKh7mgGE42b2wA7YGvtNUgCBZV6-2FhtmxR5mJh3kfCBh-2FWBBH UezTFG688-2FNFrvUVlLk8vsMxecNZwPKsacoPWoydz8vWoB-2BBNzUQAOHg0BmEVtUoE2k-2B6Rlj0-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Fifteen exterior entry doors will be replaced on two city buildings in Otsego, at a cost of $68,735. The project includes replacing the doors, frames and hardware on all steel doors accessing Prairie Center (four doors) and Public Works (11 doors) as they are in very poor condition, according to city documents. The new doors and frames will be upgraded to galvanized steel and painted once installed, 23 Otsego City Council accepts $75,585 quote for well<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsQ4eJzTMUnT0-2FPkEJ6kZkSnUDHTzJklk0h19bF-2B30k 7CWq4nfe2idoJeNtA89fy-2F6PVoS-2B398cfzlQLeX1Yv4uxWV2_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7 J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyeH7gu TfWhESZRvy6vkKSf40L7VRHgv6nFGztA0eFMQFzuS-2Fz6HCcXtV0pnhD04mcSETRyFt7eSpGjted9Il2wSWBfzciSU0ui74Vh0-2BJYirb1ZUAfj4MsBUP9esrRtdMIZShOwyqYyAQFylfJ3ucSqFJiRKUEPvIWdHdqSn2dlA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6ad1390c-e02c-4579-b06b-54a9c3399524_1743438165466242.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 2:07 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CmUvr_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty3Vmp4ktlEHNgH6-2B-2F3LYhLhJZtLH1b6q1OBHIPqELD0-2BnjO02ufHu97Y6n1drkAwo2Y3X5H34rYOah9qILQ3IBCU97VG4HUWpSVyV HQ9H2E6z76mNy1ylXj97YHccaJPog5d4wrHUlvfAAmduS4JI7wqfaeGGBVVOZ2IwjpGIx2o-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Otsego City Council has accepted a $75,585 quote for a monitoring well from Traut Companies of St. Joseph. Quotes were sought from four contractors and two sealed quotes were received. The Traut Companies' quote was the lowest. The other quote was for $109,000, according to city documents. 24 Falcon Heights moves to charge $25 for MN State Fair street parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvduKFO31q494d9j-2FKXbsONE-2Bn PVfTP0289xaC8IroTYBC5Uy9TqjsuHwteEDzfBoG4blHLn3qL-2B8aUxkoHTpEPBXWp_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grH uymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZ bv6tX-2BtyCsRlERB3V8gYZ5fwXOa2wOjEHzKwgOMsbXkV-2FCPTZNpI8OKS8PgT4arI0YkbkMrwaF41Zx7Jy5Gk38YuBdRPa8CCkleshGg2kQx1aYQnykv6Q2eE5e16Z2k967uRALo1viVLuS2HoU1uI4Mwn5F2vSnDXRsF1vzinLOk-2FsMtNYI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/186eabef-8bf1-40ed-8283-d7e1c113263a_1743438165466278.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 11:58 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Bring Me The News<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPvbGF0zVf0kTnNCM-2Fmi8ms7emwcGBlytxdrWlNu-2BqHKnL0rV_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3w IvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpc Pei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyFmABZZZy4d-2BnQ4-2FOj72AimBtbibqA0ceckGHSJe32epjdRCjwMo-2FuQtyMUSPusWZrRPL0on6VWYapVcXiRy-2BAFrIXXrKiqbG SpKQqGxsrlj-2B3F2fyOOLyRD1l-2BXK9GVrYdqzGrnIi1qR-2Bc8uBKq8UGsQA1MsuvjwRC6uvtVgK7U-3D> Author Declan Desmond Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... parking to visit the Minnesota State Fair, expect to start paying $25 a day for it in the near future. Melissa Turtinen Though street parking during the Great Minnesota Get-Together has long been free in Falcon Heights, a plan to start charging daily parking fees is now moving forward in the city council. At a hearing last Wednesday, council members approved two motions: one to change city ordinances to allow for electronic parking meters, and another that allows the city to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile, a pay-to-park app. Per MPR News, a city task force aimed at exploring the issue told ... 25 Playgrounds in Alexandria's Fillmore Park tabled by Alexandria City Council<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtstWJnghUFBnEEIKCB-2BU Gpq7z-2B0LNNyzXoPGfbD-2B0g6LJi8cRdwFxvGD4Ad-2FU7U5pRjun7dP5Ql5Ooi99j6bCW3t2cD_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu 3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0- 2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty9tstAwgWjcd6krkWZXbMQTj1h611ZL9i4SkOwhIy2aImo6OF9H1tL26oo7-2FGfYDjGnck7Kd5GXv-2By78DwTgpyQEziF-2Fdg7CX4UpRSnLx3f6VK-2Bdky68WadTpZOwyHa50SK3hLx3YEznlVHtYSBr6aqFLu83o14SmT3USNHCagEo -3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e4ebed03-e883-4eee-b98a-28efff16b582_1743438165466334.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 11:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Echo Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPoE877-2B4eF2Ny8WrKMlp9MG4iD2M0L0-2Blja3HHObmZRHpGw3_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHW q-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs 9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyk3CVtcDP5wom-2B6TXE1PmL8PJ33JD7LdQM9-2FsQ4d-2Fz7C1eEarlxmggygk2KNoruWKUVH4qxdgMsgWLff-2FJtpEYz4tr0KCvNI2rGKZfuO mZl5q1vHMk7L20-2F9GLAmY1RzTd9ojXT83D-2B-2FZcNnvRo8WUzgpo7MXSJnKhnhLRuUU394-3D> Author Al Edenloff Today at 11:03 AM Market Alexandria, MN Language English ... Manager Kreg Anderson. In a related action, Anderson received permission to sell the existing plow with proceeds off-setting the cost of the new plow. Any revenue from the sale will be placed in the Airport Improvement Fund. Go-Kart ground lease renewed The council authorized the mayor and city administrator to execute a Go-Kart track lease with Runestone Go-Kart Racing, Inc . When the City and the Douglas County Agricultural Association exchanged property last year at the Fairgrounds, the City Council approved the assumption of three leases in which DCAA had been the lessor. One of the leases is ... site and they pay the utilities on the site. It's also responsible for all maintenance of the property, including mowing. RGK must carry insurance for their activities and list the city as an additional insured. Trustees appointed for fire department relief association The council appointed City Administrator Marty Schultz and Mayor Bobbie Osterberg to serve as municipal trustees for the Alexandria Fire Department Relief Association. They will join Alexandria Fire Chief Jeff Karrow, who is also a trustee. City code amended The council gave preliminary approval clarifying the city code procedure ... 26 Deer River City Council accepts proposal for new city attorney<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshKhYmOGpc40n6X-2F-2Bhnb65OUYJxB1U Yr7S-2FJhOodRS-2BeFRkkgUIY4UPXoXq9r9TncJCOLNl7GWn2K1JAJ5qOTl5i01_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuym itc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6 tX-2BtyckhDoFfQ3UaJ2OOafuHzQSKxLN0YXk2iNJPXhSeLpKK-2BU-2F1qoUChTHXP7xZZi5SO3LBSnYZIENJagyAXHH6MrcHyeQgTx0neXdAqqm5AJq45lOx9ll-2BbRv2HxplL6XytmqWJbYFQXjENXelkhW6ZGJFB3MC8zM2J37azN7wv52Y-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/839af84d-245a-49df-8619-881b1c834f71_1743438165466369.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 9:49 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Grand Rapids Herald-Review<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkULVM49mtnKqRGfbngYk-2FAHU2v-2B0q93NFmdyEhOi8AQyxiZ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYF bVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz -2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyK5syGP5DNHEn1kO7wNZWMGiRLIGeAmVYEQ7owxr7Ff297etucYV2IFyqISTIePFZ7bHFy-2B6OYZcS7pS6vTdFikdmWm1mI OGBpOtsMG-2FDFT1BW9erigMwbaWIYaJzmJynVlIYnsa-2FeLJC4XOmAwd9hPY5TjhtFSL8uYfF6e6f2Os-3D> Author Kacie Kaufhold For Herald Review Market Grand Rapids, MN Language English Deer River City Council held their regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6 p.m. The minutes and bills for $50,771.93 were approved. Aaron Michels submitted his proposal to become the city's criminal prosecution attorney. After discussion, a motion was made to accept the proposal and sign a contract ... 27 On your mark, get set, detour: Construction season starts April 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsEU-2FbbiIJMPzq5izUC-2BJuC2fsL Mde-2F7sFoz7J4Lgu-2FMGSnCaeruzSXswb456m1QMm9xCY4obVIDcsHm5hPIGK4fR7N_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8gr Huymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9Y Zbv6tX-2BtycqkLw5CbrPLVJSBtfp0IJeZ7aVP5e7YS5-2BAkkynKS4fq4qYVve4Zmoknv9WsaqlX3FE0cTl5XThBqilc7gpyb1R9Z5Lai6WTkIK4Bj7cogtGkyLe58MDTVmAJ41zvDOROL5LI8im1uR9BYZ82PVHYqRFG235oNqWAmJJHqfmaJk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5eeb2a45-1f7e-4b79-9f4f-fb2d5e561952_1743438165466413.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnA6b8w_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRp cPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyVXU2xN6-2Ff0wLFbrRmGT9JUVClzBPfEUZSDZ50sGz38HBvDAyZc1nknFPKZZGvtDeeHgXOJoZVOF3H9f7ONGlvB9y4pL8vSForO6op 1IST7yqDGra55zvNJ5lHF21Ek8b6JiFUaW40TFJsvK77ffw0sGHQ4uYtITBUT-2BgYbuqPto-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English ... community input, for about six years. If weather cooperates, the improved highway should reopen in mid-October. Victory Drive The second phase of the two-year $7 million reconstruction of Victory Drive in Mankato is expected to start approximately May 12, according to Stefan Gantert, assistant public works director for Blue Earth County. "So it'll be a little while," Gantert said. "We're trying to hit the summer when school is out." Although there will be some disruption to the final month of the current school year for students and staff heading to East High School and Kennedy Elementary, the mid- ... 28 Former St. Joseph mayor, St. John's University graduate named Minnesota DFL chair<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvOkwCThJQ5RE9RF fYHU0zZYeJvso-2FfVMQC2hlVlS6kk7U8wtEGE4Du2XLGCeECuNJ3pYyJQ982IidFwHnkx0esNTV6_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu 3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0- 2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty3j9rfL1J0xJUhH1X5MqrWmffepVCifmwIaD1IAGy6IKf29cQBLdfSBzmkw7QN0TOEq-2FEMcosnTzMKjwW7awqGkwcbLzBSulth2tYjVg5Qw18-2FYyTxYWW7xMlVhzQh3gp495TMJTADe-2BoQ8URN1nVXwnYodGXRvmxkR23i2nu-2BxE -3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/550ec437-69ba-47f6-96f9-07bd23aa5d81_1743438165466449.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:26 AM CDT Category Digital News Source St. Cloud Times<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPonI1Mhd6Uhrq80yptzmGil6J3IU3e71lubIG5XvKbJFfPYq_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qO s9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyzBUEMfy8-2Btbkrboovb72sE6CkTtog5wbdYQccOEVjemV6INRVpGPkUzBfgqUjjZoElTSt4I76mjL-2BTQwLJvor-2BokN5paf7bwtdPvmPZg 54QqQzqp7XX4lmVogjkSfn9VnNVhh2bZlRosLoPpXMZfIYbbplMKDLOMvVU5e6-2FHvTI-3D> Author Corey Schmidt Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English AI-assisted summary Richard Carlbom, a former mayor of St. Joseph and graduate of St. John's University, has been named the new chair of the Minnesota DFL party. Carlbom, who served as St. Joseph's mayor from 2005 to 2010, replaces Ken Martin, who held the position for 14 years. Carlbom aims to establish an off-year organizing team for early local initiative development and expand the DFL Rapid Response War Room for enhanced messaging. Having served as Governor Tim Walz's deputy chief of staff ... since March 2023, Carlbom brings experience from Walz's congressional campaign and his work with Minnesotans United for All Families. A former St. Joseph mayor and St. John's University graduate is set to lead Minnesota's DFL party. The DFL announced Richard Carlbom will be the new DFL chair. Carlbom was elected as St. Joseph's mayor in 2004, only months after graduating from college, and held the role from 2005 to 2010. "Our DFL ... is united and ready to fight back and win," Carlbom said. "Minnesotans are fed up with Donald Trump and Elon Musk, and we are going to help them get involved right now, not two years from now. More: Ken Martin of Minnesota elected chair of the Democratic National Committee St. Joseph's former mayor replaces Ken Martin, who held the role for 14 years. Martin is now the chairperson of the National Democratic Committee. "I've known Richard since he was first elected as Mayor of Saint Joseph," Martin said. "He's fought for Minnesota families his whole career and — with the ... — he understands exactly what's at stake right now." The new DFL chair is already taking action. Carlbom said he wants to build an off-year organizing team to get local initiatives started early and launch an expanded DFL Rapid Response War Room to spread messaging. Meet St. Joesph's new mayor: Adam Scepaniak wins St. Joseph's 2024 mayoral race "This is our chance to grow our party and help Minnesotans join the fight for a better future," Carlbom said. "Democrats across the country have looked to the Minnesota DFL as a model for how to win and improve people's lives, and we are going to ... 29 Blaine approves contract with SEH for MPCA wells project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuI3Hsx2wWa2WKh2IYqWsxWv4lstwKgJmu3f8WQpl 5s7-2FbV753dRIn6Bqny7Jim9hE4DaRDcGNno4X9x10FWUmtr-zI_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7 J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtykL3E- 2FqPMUT8WlIE0pJvFbLOV8Z5Y9pdu7uvV-2BuRTzvTH7wcnlyKhdpvwP13zvyLlktsmaY-2BX6GReiL-2BplH4gAJHaVRxvjzueTi8nzHd4tpLVN901mbBd3us-2Fex8jvjCYl7l7AUtlnkQO-2BcX0VvbW87PidtD05ztdkiHzMTM3WJc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/50d7cf14-d551-437b-b84b-b5e274394a90_1743438165466485.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 8:20 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CFIoa_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyM1UzChOIq3R2e7MltUy7373xLUZzsCj9sCPN2Ky-2B-2BfyBQCyOaC87jMF2C-2Fg-2F-2Fkm-2BlSHT7PpFgFN93KWkfxO4h6nlHDNPE7 Xa3ge7XPsOpCxuFw1NByPkk-2F8gO3JM6FDFs6VXcxT-2FtN2-2FI1razv4C7o5qct0cxNGb49OK7FY4xvM-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council approved a contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson for professional engineering services for Phase 2 of the National Street Water Services project. Per the meeting packet, the project involves a partnership with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to explore treatment options for 28 private ... 30 Kudos to Mankato's quality of life<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttZeNJ-2BR2yBV1xhkiv9tL470l7kG1s3oVFkKTYPNU-2Fyg2d2H4lnKuB-2BO7 nAIgv8kUA0GyWffA76DXEai-2BcG5J-2FXMM1M_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41 sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyvlQdmGz75kkSzbQTqoV ryVIQIvjNB0WN4aVwtRo2TtIBtp6mgtSyFLNRSFas7hmGWcqKtMT8dE-2FHY6sCLJfxtjEOCGE-2BdCKadOIxss-2FM7iZ5Ztmh-2BiBfJ-2BWs6ktPyIqbRlA7tpIORtMt1-2FP2uVEjt3so-2BuA2MlupD98lhIGGDZU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/80a6be20-f13e-44a4-bf3e-64bb6af4a589_1743438165466521.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 7:55 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnA-oYc_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRp cPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyralRER7YMUaFA8PJ7kMnBmI7S6DOJHc0j7DjV5QYqDHIhppQuMkEMV9fIhsKzEoNhouFSnMLVFQkmD-2BK2uQntaAh1MYiPMZr8z6d1 6-2FmjXVUzkFAqr57cl00u66EtF4YeWGm2kCe7ZfFWbuPzHygG1jhX2T9nZqzDw5s-2B5QmGcI-3D> Author Barbara Keating Mankato Market Mankato, MN Language English This sends a public "thank you" to the Mankato tree crews, utility department, park and street workers, administrative staff and City Council. The tree crews have removed the ash trees in our neighborhood over the past few weeks. Homeowners received door-hanger notices several days prior to the cuttings with a number to call for questions. The people answering the phones are pleasant, informative and helpful. The tree crews are ... 31 Cole Hanson: Weakening rent stabilization won’t solve St. Paul’s housing challenges<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtubW-2FfYdZ5cv SO0plG6ZA3DGrGWHzNpH0CZeOe0F9iCm84gtdT0hbqflcvIa5wiHBK3SMRZ6kmu8TDGNUORQ3PycozJ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGl xu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE 0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty5tCHYo7U5jDcbfCeap1y13sZ8UgErTcmIS0IPI2yySE-2BzX-2BpYoCImhmbkUodbCY82A-2BKvHtrCfQLj5G2dnqcwdvgh8lpILmR-2FFAQl0Z3Geil1pr3JdtZcnaBDaki27dCn4Ax-2BjpLRPYwdRJT-2Fg5wzPnQJ5WYSBtsvHhBY hAGCv8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/065bdaa8-04c8-4ac3-bef0-cc221c376ba5_1743438165466552.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 5:24 AM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0d9JY_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvP fCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei 7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtymigGHaFbx6ukecF-2FWpTn-2Fq1X-2BplreRW2FWTZYHhHhbX51U7QQUcjWzoei5nx4yItlyo6ru2feZ-2FvNhU9cYUTW0qDX0SU5KiwKmz iUm-2FhgX2qhsXvfEUgDzLFwupwpQfyW6Tf76ByZF0COBQRGLcB64OyNWEWBTe-2B5CWbnFdZnUc-3D> Author Cole Hanson Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... need to abandon rent control. We need to stand by it, and pair it with the real changes that will make housing more available, more equitable, and more democratic. Cole Hanson, a public-health worker, renter on University Avenue and longtime neighborhood organizer, is a candidate for the St. Paul City Council seat representing Ward 4. The special election for that seat is scheduled for Aug. 12. 32 Five Mankato alcohol sellers fail compliance checks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttryO6KGVbatVqP8FU7TJuO7Ry9tXPlhDOhHatYwh0ScWo 0CsHxPz-2BvqOexRMBtxu7BQgqhal45JjFnSq-2FhSUjdEwKM_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1h WJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyYFde-2Fb OPAr0QEwKZUtGLf1RFtWNTKBi19OazoAWjByE-2FT5ALtC7JSuXHVvCKjTHluWQybrqQp4e9g8VgHhoS0zI6yQZgwaGkUxbBiY-2Bgk4hUs7lXlinyAdovZAMqTCqwzV8nAFyRBDpUiJmED5TGtWQpPRYfRTYtta3T3kuUt-2BU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a407d973-e906-4feb-92f7-39121c8f4bd8_1743438165466596.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 3:02 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAjGJr_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRp cPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty-2FJ1QjHKEB5Wa7Ijp4yN3kVgIPS8c-2BE3DTsqfEtUeOsqzfB4p69UC81MaXLyYcVTQkYdAQaJsSG2s2W-2B7uvaM8f4EqB6seeGaw BH1QSoaf5vKDaps17OV2eXZHt1L24wGbL0t1jqCZfKsI4n2VgfrtOQhe1QFHbnmNcI10GSOOck-3D> Author Mark Fischenich Market Mankato, MN Language English ... . Those failing the compliance checks were Jake's Stadium Pizza, MC's Garage, Sam's Club, Shogun Sushi and Hibachi, and the city-owned Mankato Clinic Health System Event Center. "Each establishment received a strike against their license and a $500 civil penalty," according to a memo to the City Council. "Complimentary training by Mankato Public Safety was offered to all establishments that failed the compliance check." The five failures were a slight improvement over 2023, when seven establishments received the $500 penalty after flunking the checks. Shogun was the only establishment to fail ... 33 Meeting about W’bago’s future held<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvWFMDTQDmRUHUk22metl2ElgH-2FyXWxqaIGzJM5thDMPS0VM-2FBi77pWeLHX GkyWwBJq6BEcfJVbeOL2j9ZXEg9toU7T_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIB y3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtybiXF8MVaajbNd8-2BY-2Bno8h bpDA-2FDa83ShHchtbLgdVcHbG3FzlKoIOtgPDf1M6IF7CzI0ZgBI4svozrljCbWL-2BPXn7oxsz7LgXfazY-2FBFyy-2BUTiX8gFdH9sLwXWTIKeP5uR9e6EZtY3QVVTtzDQruXyGX-2Bm0uy7IqDnYEyuY7Yko-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Faribault County Register<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPhViMchN5lbHu0WiUV3-2B-2FKuKxY31H9ol5nHyu7cik-2F7YyJG8uxx0OQMnUoHTk1ebfA-3D-3DYNLo_39v8nJo0 ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8 cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty82gCNgpLu2S51y1RxeuN7nK44rsFwRS-2FVXBtej-2B3yrumHhmyqLNs8ej9x1gNos GEx0n-2F8z1KKP75TshWAKX6e8cHUesmauGbxTulYZxHyqtf4kShpV5pA1zcwf1R7D7OjlkON1Q0BBJ314dQU6BgDBuGD2mIwXIAt-2BK2shWREXY-3D> Market Blue Earth, MN Language English ... 's Future" Special City Council meeting on March 25, as several members of the Winnebago community came together to discuss what future projects they wanted to see the city undertake in coming years. "Tonight, I want us to focus on what we do have in our city, rather than what we lack," Winnebago mayor Jean Anderson said. "This meeting is meant to not only ask the question of why someone should come to Winnebago, but also what we can do – both as a city and as a community – to make someone want to stay here." Anderson emphasized that this meeting was critical to deciding the future of Winnebago ... with Moto Fest since I was in diapers, but after the last group of people stopped running it, it never got picked up by the next generation," Osborn explained. "If we want to have events like that, we need people to run them, and we need support from the city to keep them alive." Former Winnebago mayor Scott Robertson, who was in attendance at the meeting, agreed with Osborn's sentiment, citing burnout as a persistent issue. "People run out of energy supporting community events after a while," Robertson said. "Events like Bago Fun Fest and Frosty Fest are a lot of work, and without a consistent ... updating the city's Facebook page and website more regularly to more accurately reflect the event schedule and keep the city updated. A final suggestion brought up for consideration was the need for additional housing and residential space in Winnebago, which council member Eisenmenger and mayor Anderson both agreed with. "There's a need for housing, and we have the space to build here," Eisenmenger said. "Townhomes in Mankato are filling up with residents before they even get built. There are definitely contractors willing to build something like that here; we just need to reach out and ... 34 Zimmerman City Council approves drastically reduced workers compensation premium<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts89p79rjqIRRAlVG N9KmSUWsVyBOeyjUOA0RCRCLdErP84EH6U-2BeZVYsC0DNZLutZI6bhXHrdbWfocmmeZZ7XWOVEA_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3 K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2 B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyLArZemtAqXu3Gq44LWAC8HviM4dm8vmimwkyi8QXHymtOxfotZGfqgek1suNfXWNEVAxoHu1j-2BFM9jxaDZKzC7g8CFHc6gR8vlPAuMC-2BO6OTN61H1lc8MOWOJpoQORRD0pItpzLw-2Fesq9q5cMOH-2FzCPJeA9ihHfgP-2Bo3zPwnCZ A-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a38fc201-54d9-4095-a556-6ef1547e3bbc_1743438165466634.png] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Star News - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErTrQwtS-2Bv-2BDTMKnU8Z9m1kMrIDtVQoZ3TJGIPzItJNow-3D-3DXbuT_3 9v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzr i2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyut5D-2B3qjPPNc1u6NTB5ZR-2FspxaLFYgqgfo50-2BMRL5klRH8fiWjdBf aAXzu2NelDtBd04jCWSaNqySy31h93rV6v8hhDhLTZOoiJA6I6XOpdMBtAY6cFKXOqZ5NZvysM5N0VITGkFRb3YeKpybaPz0Z1iTjngH-2FpG3yu7tKWuF7Q-3D> Author Jim Boyle Market Elk River, MN Language English The Zimmerman City Council on Monday, March 17 approved the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust Workers Compensation policy renewal as presented and authorized premium payment in the amount of $21,884. City Clerk/Treasurer Kary Tillmann reported that this year's premium has dropped approximately $12,000 from the previous year because the city's experience modification factor ... 35 New Pathways moves forward with plans to construct new facility for families experiencing homelessness<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7 DfIUNtsX8TURx-2B6W2iqufnDMNXXWpvZXl4IWDkSW-2FzpPLY3TFKdmaRaQWNTbImhO7IjI5umuL1NTZA7cyewmALmePiG1a6YI_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZ Zog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A 5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btysg0anVVfMymrYhNwMKuG4ShZZYb0hjympnP-2B34CvlSqEftmUHLBMDWhZLgFVh7TO4PdviXehG6JHycqk2PLJZX63fz3A6jDQ82AeSoQJLW4jsXeunI6EkjKIVDfkJ5H4BDVgUIdc6baCFiYwiUVAv4p1g3 gOt-2F82BA6DR813Qcw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/da5f509d-9263-4af4-bd30-de59af65c157_1743438165466700.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 30, 2025 12:13 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Star News - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErTrQwtS-2Bv-2BDTMKnU8Z9m1kMrIDtVQoZ3TJGIPzItJNow-3D-3DrNqJ_3 9v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzr i2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyCfpSBq9cfIzSyuHMWD7VsQFzU70MVIMRy1JjCbqVcsK8fw0Xz8zAV0coYVL 6qvGA-2FzTx-2FuBTaUrZ1j0MGtICyUoxHH3SifqUqfBnVghCfFE8B94DCIk5CQTrC-2BhtD8Qatl-2FjhAdF1Q1QwrJnqchRubRCZBxwa0CNdFwTCC-2Fz5Hg-3D> Author Rachel Kytonen APG of East Central Minnesota Market Elk River, MN Language English New Pathways is one step closer to building a new facility in Cambridge to help families experiencing homelessness. During the Cambridge City Council meeting Monday, March 17, the council approved three motions relating to the request from New Pathways, including amending a planned unit development, and approval of the preliminary and final plats. Council Member Molly Christian cast the sole vote against the three motions. 36 Cedar-Riverside and Elliot park will not be covered under new contracts with violence interrupters<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIU NtsCPgWx04UMC1el0GXtzm0dIDKu0SIuEPgBIz3NKG7PVxE7jNmu5CRwT9WdfH5OUAhrDUmqHuD7xufCx8t6A-2Ftrr6B6_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2B oPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo 5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyzk4-2FcfMYVvjMnWHTbGiaBUu8MH0zoFLJk3bYjGAWGkSSI7g9tvqCOHRYpp8-2BdkMvrgn6bqI1RDqdB39-2BLXzSGGbcNZfOXvFFDRvZ-2BunchHVdomG-2BUpvX91MR3mB2mwCVf4qNvarbZ8LS8U8gq9zdXckc TPF63oPi2nAowMfVngk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a2774a8c-6681-4cec-b4b3-7bd2770bfa1a_1743438165466750.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 6:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYG7R7_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qO s9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyVmgcv-2FhusGEhcGpUQ0J5Y6E-2FZYSl8Xz0qCkk0Q1PfOxJtivz0N-2FKFLE5ei3D901Ys-2BAF6e7Fc3Zu8SPeQ4Roau9prticH9LYyuBS50 7lrgzUUuqUdAz2TIL0bSNE6UPxJacLQ3GI6X7GA9L-2F0cJr-2FDxocVRaNgEQXQqRoqivNoo-3D> Author Ubah Ali Ubah Ali Reporter Ubah Ali joined WCCO-TV Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... in Cedar-Riverside & Elliot Park neighborhoods. Residents and business owners say their presence in their fosters a sense of safety. "They are doing what the community needs," said Asiya Awale. "The community respects them and for them not to be around would be unfortunate." The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday approved new contracts with community organizations aimed at reducing violence in the city. Five groups were selected to continue the initiative called the "Minneapolis violence interruption program": Restoration, Inc. and A Mother's Love Initiative in north Minneapolis and T.O.U.C.H. ... ," Osman said. This week a motion was brough forth by Osman, would decrease the budget from the restricted Public Safety Aid balance in the general fund and reallocate $650,000 back to the Neighborhood of Public Safety. This will allow violence interrupters to stay in both neighborhoods. City council members unanimously passed the motion. "Cedar-Riverside is a model of how this program has been effective," Osman stated. "On Monday, I will call the Office of Community Safety and make sure we are able to sustain services." 37 Isanti hires firm to help with interim financial services<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsST0jnSJiudjwe8sUjkMDV-2BQEYls-2Bpd-2Fe GH3Lq7yfpUotwfhwBYaV-2BKu74yL-2FfpyQzi86FshxZG4tzHkWiZqRsaT_W_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc 9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX- 2BtyCy9J4vRgDTRNFlWLslSCuCGb79LFqce35yfhrGsyD9gHWQHbZ3lhFFN4u87BELjIksQ-2F8f5UQoqO2DWqZnejvW19ZiDmuC4ZYGg4SFyOS5KrNjbrY0oRsIq8CvR51rKbxvNrJG2nH-2B1fn7yqaImdTxSm3cCOLUqRdL6RxxJ-2BlsA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a790942f-fca9-4d2a-bd0d-a67d816746ae_1743438165466785.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 3:53 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CgBJj_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyi6C5pTf5dQrrE1J1BNGgiyS0XGx-2Ft5RkLDwm5d8dfVAFb4YTWhN0r-2BscB-2FTOZbBHAgoa1jA44lfU5Ljyza5kBQLZ-2FhR4iYxsJp 0Q6MbGePnAmgeF8HvVRWTP996y9kBVhUw0Of2btSZCzSp-2FBgdmyHT44vQVR9JoJTTfjIgKxCM-3D> Author Rachel Kytonen Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Due to the unexpected death of finance director Mike Betker in early March, the city of Isanti is hiring a firm to temporarily help with financial duties. During the Isanti City Council meeting Tuesday, March 19, the council approved a resolution to accept a proposal from Abdo Financial Solutions to provide interim finance director services, and also directed staff to put together a request for proposals for interim finance director services. 38 Reader Opinion: Compassionate community<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvdBatjwSeyubZAK0boUShBf-2F0BcLSbr1Nz8RZH8LZ4cZ7ZFu0lIevFy 1lPXw4W-2F7mDLg0qJrv-2FDazFbSXcLgGwPoOI_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh4 1sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyF7vuTYudURJEO61Dtu 2I0W3H1nte2WXp-2B-2BpBssTp2fR-2FtzURaSXqSwc73-2BW7LDfI5EMxfAQoNOtFTFAGdWq1U2Jj-2BAp1wnT7qqrgKcKJuIlKKGGjZm2ILK29iDu8LDSPsy8EGGQKZiq0qBCuzMSgJgFevbWOaJt9pTG1nyPGdEM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/b10211db-4cf1-480d-a462-c9f352985ced_1743438165466843.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 11:27 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Brainerd Daily Dispatch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrp5GtctrECvwNC2KVkzOlApSgf68DSYv1Zx0gA8UmR8gpYh_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA 3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphR pcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyk4cO38FDyDC2g3e3Q-2Bmjrilemym87sHWuI0Cc7sUOKBJNYoROFVjLs3gtdvnFB5U-2B1ViVh0LyEFNkDeiMoL2paedklIQ3t5-2B 9fMEZx-2Br5OBdZ-2BOpQPXoiD3twexXvrDqdu65JguMwGnCyyvmlb9dGiFNlchuYaSZ80aZmmynOcU-3D> Author Darrell J. Pedersen Market Brainerd, MN Language English ... a bus ride to St. Cloud where the shelter may/may not have had room. In December of 2021, The Bridge on 7th opened to provide overnight housing for homeless folks during the school year. Over 12,000 nights of rest have been shared there in the past three years. At its April meeting, the Brainerd City Council is being asked to approve this homeless shelter being open for a trial period this summer. No need to sleep under a bridge. My Neighbor to Love Coalition also started three years ago and is building affordable spaces for homeless people to rent. Habitat for Humanity is building affordable homes to ... 39 Orono plans future utility rate study<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttT2Ukt8fcT4ZzzPx5yBaAB2xwWhGWTD-2F4i2J-2Bp28vWvPxoN684ShVBh HozWOCmxSwIRfA8brizRfpgwxSjOf1zzOeh_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJl lIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyauJzytBV5LZJ-2Fb1k-2BS vBjighWkSiE75Pi3lzeUlqtxt8KKfXKf4N-2FvJiQrbx-2FVm6g-2FQ7xKP9gZqntEt7Pe-2BgBUYpypXwLC9rlbz6aN-2Fb-2FzRGhjRRpoxZPw5jQzZvIkQZJNNcNcTBE0HCpsHFeNtohX-2B-2FWTrvKVB6VIIMsP5Gi6o-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/577dd8fd-ce6d-44b4-9730-892c9327cad0_1743438165466878.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 9:10 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CfvNS_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyOOeD4gpv4zoSHwsjIVVv-2BP-2Bv8lnFMX0mWZOa049PTvo-2BnyQHe0Tf6mT-2BzNuDsuewAM3xVDhKOcGzSOeQFM7K936BVxAtonKkIe 9BBYS4-2FfG7R743E7JCmSDyFTLpvBe3E-2FltW0JGd6wbmBLrXnxcoAJeWMpk7b5OepdiZXuRn8I-3D> Author Max Kappel Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of Orono is contracting with accounting and consulting firm Abdo to conduct a utility rate study that would project future water, sewer, and stormwater utility rates through 2030. The city council approved pursuing study at its March 10 meeting. The City has conducted in-house rate studies twice in the past 12 years, though an external study would provide insight into industry trends and knowledge to ensure utility rates can adequately meet future operational and capital expenditures. 40 Support Minnesota veterans, EMS workers through The Invisible Wound Project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuTW3AR9wQvBRGfpkL4iHa zc81CXisyuRcCudqJz5ZWYhmBPTNPKTzXWMYjDlBS4ZbHrfOd-2Farjut8veXKgwZnS00Yn_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F 8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRr j9YZbv6tX-2Btyu1hCGyZfWKvFEObVx0Ntj470ETRAC3lIARaqGdoO2y1QB3STNmsD-2FAniv0gWOJzQU6GdW3wxkP-2FH5o-2FN5-2FjHnUTNA4w-2FdAoW0pTqmyndhYhwwtjCHZkWZ0pYFBhwgwtivELswqc2GYSBYftmcvmBi0SPuIMLiNs3SDKKKZQ6TEU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fefcb08d-0438-4521-921b-28ff2f18c45b_1743438165466930.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 9:04 AM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYkIaf_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qO s9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyzcq-2BiBd6SBMqtbaKHybaKFOrUxTzKWeoDAsqiZileVgJrndVOtXK6v42hJBOMlcKk5s4so4RQI2ehduRgfkpCekGGtb5MdT4ZnBJqQhu6lS9 OmjsOP16zcgSE0MX8mcvaW7mB-2Bu8lbZLifYUAR-2BqQAlnulrLuVb0XoKBhH2Skbs-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English PTSD is not uncommon amongst veterans, EMS and first responders, which is why Minnesota-based organization "The Invisible Wound Project" is stepping in the help. 41 Mayor addresses ATV bill<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvxm7D7HC-2FlePO2smGT7pKmNkf54u2pngd4lXzyyQ9DrYQ-2FBl54dfVt25LPT6SdNTzZY- 2BsY-2Ff-2F87WC99nb7gkE46YDX_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN 9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyCwqEBsmiYxC6dAX7iVNisrObpJz-2 BIvYW72rJAJvan0P2R37admyAlPUmwo0PARNjFhlTgVuqPY3ycn-2FykOpq9mrzXJf4etVIzUNNCGwCFYcNgYtSPXjtk6iYAcmAGMA-2BBFU7-2BKNClk9z7fVUV0GvcbcZcXjljECYQQrqnmsCnJw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://static2.elyecho.com/data/articles/xga-4x3-mayor-addresses-atv-bill-1743175147.jpg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 8:59 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Ely Echo<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPqQx1oX9FR0WbFZ-2F-2FdF3iIHZ1WWAi96LEIIW25UCHAVYnRhS_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq- 2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9K yuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty-2BzM0HtUF83i-2FakvDFhtD08Z3gDa1y9pSz9x1EccmBnWYIX7faADXD5QlfsN12bQ0M39ZrfNweClTGx9-2Fl-2F9gavo0GgV0hX9bGGn6pdEQ5 6cDzeagioDcJrAUU9cPCTvXdMeO-2F-2FUpHAluTBuMFqrCd4jTG8VA2lcoasDX-2B2VXoTs-3D> Author Tom Coombe Market Ely, MN Language English All-terrain vehicles are allowed just about everywhere in Ely, but city officials are supporting action that would permit their use on state highways in town. Mayor Heidi Omerza testified in St. Paul last week, in favor of allowing ATV use on state highways in cities with less than 25,000 in population. That bill, offered by State Rep. Roger Skraba (R) of Ely and supported by ATV groups, was addressed briefly at Tuesday's meeting of the Ely Economic ... 42 Blaine approves prelimary plat for new 105th project outlots<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttPX-2FBR8G96W0LSzOFcr8cxh-2FZ9oUkkjZ eMwuBgDzCunsxmB-2F-2B0dmikIwKqzOxiIXIVAv4-2BjgMxlzYDpmuaBgaIp2OR_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuym itc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6 tX-2Btyi7TcS80b59D5mwIIpXxQG-2BF4UI-2BRW6CHmfFSWua065PvHBBWP7r0si-2Bt8M6loNR6NgLrGkpoYAhk-2Br9mx1QTkE6kJ82h4rr-2FXriQ56wKBJ-2B6jlyNzm11pc9mCbNyRoReAS3Us8-2FTZbpN-2FTcw-2BASIZt3rqy1Z5W8Wn5Sj-2Bywc2Qk- 3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/673b2141-0664-4381-9b9b-8d344ef04014_1743438165466993.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 8:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CHV0V_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyKRoMCEeCtWsrFmFgy5edVU4XicKtTXJ97PYXwJWsaW3BXp-2BKd7mmOdxo0ZH4zV3tmapni-2BNb2PVSRoSd3F4kxPjqc-2BMDVPYosO-2 BSHtVFd1IEYz46GIdzVe5oOgrt6ThbCcEcHR90YYsIJ5lErkeMHZRcIAhnU-2FNmL-2BaSNpa1PJU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council unanimously approved a preliminary plat for three new outlots near Raddisson Road and Nassau Street as part of its 105th Avenue redevelopment project that has effectively overtaken the area. Per Community Development Director Erik Thorvig, the preliminary plat provides for three outlots and right ... 43 As 3M settlement money dwindles, east metro cities still have millions in water treatment costs<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt ZhMJ-2Bd5fIdhFSblS1IdVtmC-2FHZ1CAd603UX7o-2FRwZAPC-2FNPFQaakEJAdzCzs1A7Fp1cAoP8znXhrK3jgrciWQM-lX_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog -2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HP Yxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btye-2Bt4bAIG7rfMLsqEcizEBtBuBxlXpWYCbx12XRsDobkosVJGo-2FWsVZyXaKHon7qp0XDy-2FxwFqflrOE8TJzTbXluL8PXyuQQ1aT7pAcq37oqcpECuyTMdSbhsEaNRrEHC5hsf2y0mtiDB3qNFFUgsLx7MT il-2FLg-2BZlLJCYL1TIGY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/32caac1a-e24d-44fb-97fb-4d3049afb482_1743438165467026.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 7:32 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FLVc8_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbV EeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2 FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyAPlEDRTzDn99VlJBjq2o4QQsVVwjKM05eWVQUgCA6RbEAvE0s0KdAfVWQlhdBibhCpQNi4ATfRXRoFvFCBTEAnlkVrh2iHA1Q Ah-2FjzLREAvTVuNk5zfccNWypgjQTdOe-2B4YLyif3Rh7bW9JFhX0sWdLak2p-2BWQZN1IXSp7hmdWs-3D> Author Eva Herscowitz Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... . And it had initiated mediation to resolve the dispute. "The MPCA and DNR are confident in the selection of projects," the message read. "But we cannot promise what the transition process will look like so long as 3M's dispute remains active." The update concerned Ryan Burfeind, Cottage Grove's public works director. Levels of PFAS exceed state-set limits in all 12 of the city's wells, and two 3M-funded treatment plants are on the way. (Temporary plants currently provide residents with clean water, Burfeind noted.) 44 Consent agendas and the Red Wing City Council<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvN1wmFhUGEj1KO1xG14s78P8oV-2Byhp5jKLCKVq139I6Tk0BGQ CZSOqzuNYsgXfOtb8NSUN3p-2BXyIhSvEe1iwQqn4mz_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgy tKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyYEwWEqW0Xc7v6G tKJgHOhVa51d3czJ6Yx21cTsIlDBK2yJkIFzm-2FVENZF2pa4FW3-2FOT-2FPwsRWbUPGsJYt0BnF4CwtxebCMpSWl3n2xJlE9EQfIUruvsK8qmqfyH-2FWBBBAi7sUCzqUPSupd3HTGUCzKLITr-2FLLWhrFglLa5BB8y4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/3b2049d8-1687-42d9-90f6-36f49327ab2e_1743438165467070.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 6:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Red Wing Republican Eagle<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPp0lwpS9AVSqo7VGnbI0VXnG-2Bje5dEdmzzqip30mKXvA6gPT_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVE eTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2F jphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyRNXS-2BewxJH3SCa-2BJ8pbAjbqCoyuxlwx2wnm4G-2B7P8VThcWAqmwPuU3tzJrrc-2BFCrIQ1oSeGvSs0MpDYnOzfZMdeBMb yzYkrCUFMFVbONLP4z6kZSaZkspOq8uLe4-2Btj6ghi4sQGuWxigAG48GXg6Nk1iC-2BXqEGyRc-2Flj6G-2FVQ4I-3D> Market Red Wing, MN Language English Generally, when something is on the city council "consent agenda" it's supposed to be non-controversial and thus appropriate to be passed without discussion. If a council member, sometimes at the request of a member of the public, so requests, the item should be taken off the consent agenda for discussion. At the Feb. 24 council meeting, this ... 45 Clean audit report issued for Royalton<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtueSWrU5GWi7fK8JsnZ7ZEQLnlp8z6ykLj6v8JAegxp6rqEpMIg51hiY1tB s2Oo-2FBJPOjFKBnbvjLKzeibpXALTfbvE_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJll IBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty-2FFpzK-2FwhTDEapEbsNrp qapPthlyQqZpeWvS7c1OtowLT1DAkJ-2FU9jVhmVP8mVVaQYtVLfuAYEKV09lY8nwTKjaUnqLSeIkqzE9pclm5jBK3zxxs4RQEhPDs53oGy6agRvxyiERCSM6yLsPd14eqNaZAS5-2BYA7uVESGYYALjaGvg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e91bb06a-3230-4e8e-8c8a-71cd00790d67_1743438165467105.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 3:50 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CFYB2_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty5fNHna-2Fo4p7x6IX0EZiAzccFavVlaFEqdOwp5R5co7FRhjAkVhtcHBbgVgxl4WhiE-2FEt-2F9CgrSOUIRBPAZlIwWwmAXIS4NlJ17wc HE5mryNNuzPqRQSV2Maf2wmccRY3CidS2fdo5Bssd6OsRIZXCBIMS2TA-2BzmImuYXIMjr7RA-3D> Author Jeffrey Hage Morrison County Record Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of Royalton has received an unmodified, or "clean," audit opinion, which is the highest level of assurance, on its financial statements for fiscal year 2024. The results of the independent audit were discussed at a special City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 18. Kristen Houle, a signing director at CliftonLarsonAllen, LLC., who presented the report, stated that there were no negative findings in the financial statements or out of the ordinary deficiencies in the internal controls the City. 46 Harman Park named after teacher/coach<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsVs04W0Z14-2BDWSk4-2FSB6OUiOI8bXmM3wngYN7D0BUl1WmLLBpSRz9SH flwlcb1dH0IXOXDDMNDzjC2YvPG0z6kqwRX_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJl lIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtywkQ-2BtbtggyZ1pig-2F-2 BAA7mUyJsmYx9FZAJyobj4uKvGrumAaJqOJLDMWP1DQLxoZJPAdERb-2BIem8inAv5Gq0gWgyAROsTRuKepOn-2BdxVZPrb6Ez9PhQQp16xLzGSkzbYQu9GTEHT8bhFUaiCzPwrh0cgYu9HNBfTfVRmRiEsfBSM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 1:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source NUJournal.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLLq6lw3Vy2K2wWeInvmNS9Rcra69O70A7WvDud0klMDokboq_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qO s9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtylVrVs8TCeqGG0y1-2Bl9jze21mqejUJ1nmLNVQX0neIfwvgxOgmCPEITvRWa9OnY6s7hBo5T7XWGFfdfRW1ULKx3I-2FbJwmilavk-2FMmqnz6 -2Fv7qrN30Ww3N8D5V47b60VYd6TGgRioTZ-2F2KO9u-2BrpkZeJzWHO8WXsEP2IB5b-2FDf2l4-3D> Market New Ulm, MN Language English ... Waraju distillery. In 1936, New Ulm started to fund the city park and recreation program, and Harman became its first director, a position he held for many years. After Harman died in 1979, the City of New Ulm decided to honor his dedication to the city by renaming Westside Park after him. The city council passed a formal resolution to change the park's name July 3, 1979. The resolution changing the name of the park recognized Harman's many hours beyond the call of duty coaching and teaching young people in the city's recreation program and at New Ulm High School. In addition, the city recognized ... 47 Fence permit for MN National Guard facility advances<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts5yH-2Fq80Ne-2F-2BeTkhQNw624vMHlTw71ebLCa5YW gikXa2VL9S7U2fipJrx-2BQbng9KkjHfABWY9tWgfbfh7ZNIRVzAN8_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUl T7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyuDu I8-2FnZvzEOB9nHNPELNVdj0ASU6H-2FGLSHobQJjQqxSO3twwXFZwGpPTVnEmLTlZ68VMBxiWEH84aKpP7RjWqovrPBi0hPmdeDN6hPvK9R-2FaMw-2Bv8NNKncaLAVJyz3-2FTxJ7LbO4tT2bnUANXitJxlwK4ZqI6lnTAaTnXVeAKCw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 1:05 AM CDT Category Digital News Source NUJournal.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLLq6lw3Vy2K2wWeInvmNS9Rcra69O70A7WvDud0klMDogvys_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qO s9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty0zIiuz2wqQ6GcyPvhsq-2FlfJF2efK4uGRwBuSyDeDZpdu5JjE8kiczyPkczB94EZjMabHl9xNBlJ7qFlVoIimHNrAvEwEOq-2BntTn0tNtH08 d6SKTdcFCJPN3cRXDabef7wFXh-2FmLGLhQqY02i3Z-2BQ5OG17LzDKsQPWmGS6GYLeCQ-3D> Market New Ulm, MN Language English ... the additional fencing. No comments were received during the public hearing. Commissioner Linda Beck made the motion to recommend approval with a second from Michelle Sellner. The recommendation was approved by a majority of the commission. Final approval of the permit will come before the New Ulm City Council at their Tuesday, April 1 meeting. The new National Guard Readiness Center is currently under construction at 2100 Palmer Avenue in New Ulm next to the National Guard vehicle maintenance shop. New Ulm Planning Commission recommended approval a permit to allowed a barbed wire fence to be extended ... 48 Blees wears a lot of hats as Hendricks city admin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNts5STqEjJ0QCzZlWB2n2M-2F9ZIhX1TfG6mn7Z6gYRvGbZ7d f0tX-2FdAhC0gW1L-2F648z0oWajJN2TmzLMAmgKDb6K65peK_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1h WJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty907UKhNo 46gRo8jQ0R7253x1-2FsFfDRRNjGIwDCh-2B4ENOIjfiPqOZLoVIf8c-2BFKfSUOKrTpku7PJTWB-2Flj7kCZfv5BtuGLnHO4svrZoODojTHAAS6UJdjYkRZ2utXoc6Hb62kgDJMyM0YMNSimSxRc6st2wSsctz-2FqtA9D6fV8Tc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5ad729b8-aa1b-44a0-b738-5a772cb08c6a_1743438165467138.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 12:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Marshall Independent<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLP3hcXDdqf4glt5HZoOv70K8UrIGHPuJCGoX09XwQKkZRn7r_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRp cPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty3LGBZNYqDKAMfTDHPCjFKgJINyIUsfZJ140lh0xVnz8aiypRDyfBb-2BCuMOOnCknMSSN81b74eVPgsRi8z01Zg0lGzd43IhmiHUCLI XxAEzX5biNc5WyslggQcF6SI3W8Mo9Z7YFREdA9ivc7WvtB1FRXTwAM7Lcpjuwa65aW55g-3D> Market Marshall, MN Language English Photo by Jim Tate David Blees has been the city administrator in Hendricks for 21 years and coordinates the community's Summerfest celebration each year. HENDRICKS — There was a learning curve for Hendricks City Administrator David Blees when he accepted the job 21 years ago. "It took me about five years (to get acclimated)," he joked when talking about his position and the many hats he wears in the community of 630. Blees is from St. Paul and earned a degree in communications from the University of Minnesota. He ... Twin Cities corporations in the area of compensation before finding his way to Hendricks, less than a mile from the South Dakota border. He was all set to start a job with a large regional employer when a hiring freeze left him looking for a Plan B. Local citizens urged him to apply for the city administrator's position which came open due to a retirement, and he's been a fixture ever since. Blees is in tune with his community, which grows considerably in the spring and summer months. Lake Hendricks, on the edge of town, is a border lake, "and a third of it is in Minnesota, and two-thirds in South ... 49 Osseo’s city clean up day is April 26<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu5hydTcxHDy4Grgyn8ciSIjq0npl3ZLVc4-2BwE9FLVsiK0sXD5ZoS-2BBk 3hnjwMMwKsoYJC-2FfSb7MLjJN8VM0XFGCU6l_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41s JllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyB61o8pjw27nZOSxQTUa0 yvtBQdsPO-2FESyXWj3hMbfqasmjiDyjIrclLRdEz-2FTQ916jaY1jHw5oaVNl2R9SL2dp5JYL0Ner79R5QgEsuzCr-2BCVXJT1pS4SjPotjf0-2Bw5YhQE248ShxikYCAVW-2FC9Ja36IbVVJ5ySsUdFEDdlicRU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/649e3fd1-381f-4798-bf39-bb8fd1ba3695_1743438165467173.png] Date Collected Mar 29, 2025 12:08 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0C0Hyo_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty6TyKkR8sQsyjbADDIZZBxvu7wqxgyqOCxIRi9Gl-2BvY6QAQkrJqIG5cPdlZ3jqbIqu8squNDskOYeNqX3LpoJIGbDlKsiCp2NPYpNlz07 xRiHBHVDSAp1x7JQJZZkkQc-2FF8eF15ARBre-2Bf-2FaN6iksPXeqYP3Jv9F-2FQrY5APJwntM-3D> Author Alicia Miller Market Minneapolis, MN Language English There will be a City Cleanup event in Osseo Saturday, April 26, from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will be in the Public Works parking lot, 800 Broadway St. E. Osseo residents only can bring household junk, unusable furniture, appliances, tires and more. 50 Minneapolis Police Department says there are zero significant homeless encampments left in the city<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfI UNtsPqjWxR0qmRHoNP8-2FTNKvRmRGqqCyEK-2FZc0CYBZU1tHjhnk0LlYT2L9XWBRijWKgq0QcglULldAe8jpISrpwTS9tMi_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog -2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HP Yxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyn8bHUB5FpCiZi-2Fhb1SC2MDWOLoYsck0ECxQG2aCDz7E06r90jjlSlM-2F60jIlSfZzUPrl5rBcu7zkwg9-2BIAvPz1mycha4i-2F69qZNaZ6q6dbD9a9IMqEyBVqkrluJ4nFz9vQ3BFOyJKb0QN-2B8lk5E6I xoSW1cfRjqDMdyEqgKvxy0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/0d59f0f5-7841-4a4e-84b5-f6e1eb20b024_1743438165467211.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:34 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DTdZx_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiU rBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2o zNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btym4tPBGzPjSDa1O9XdrKvJfh-2B-2BWUeA1251RDNfAKzZwKGruY-2BBb-2FsxC8ncqwT017laLIt-2BFC-2Fdfo7wJ8W4NO-2BDKpSLvp42h-2F6DKWE9o0WtjM8fprdZloTVT kKOF3UWhAzUqRqwqwxfxwj7g7xk6Urfs7QVyufsEhyydTpH8XKA4Q-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Police Chief Brian O'Hara says there were 15 homicides at encampments last year, drug use was running rampant, and change had to be made. MINNEAPOLIS — How to deal with homeless encampments is a question the City of Minneapolis has been grappling with for years. But just three months after declaring a special ... order to proactively address encampment safety concerns, Police Chief Brian O'Hara and Mayor Jacob Frey say a drastic step has been taken in the right direction. "We were seeing homeless encampments as large as 150 to 200 people," Mayor Frey says. "Right now we have zero significant encampments in the city, and the largest one we're aware of is four people." Chief ... 51 Bipartisan legislation aims to build more Minnesota starter homes to ease crunch<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttjLI9MORo3mpusIo h15K9KEgIEcscsYoU7Q7dkbkwzupUA3emYJPAfsl1xAv9JUXOB-2FvZKIryU8EnylUqL0IhKZHlB_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3 K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2 B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btywzi8QhxDFzmtdbQHo-2B0ObLrmp3HLn-2FZaqfhhfCJokXkEblk15FsTQI2-2F2EH0t7TfsCx0B-2F4xndIsmR-2FhrCWEcPpCCq5dVbJ0-2F-2FCQnYEVQoPuZ26QMZO7DriCD4BoQ3qeYvRfZgCUUL-2B2o-2BnzdboXsC4dl2osBPp-2F EFL8jqwhvKw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/211edc29-80d5-4bf4-a5aa-8ca62cab025d_1743438165467239.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:56 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Albert Lea Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkunjl19u1HfAHJQP9G0zjR6hh8nAh-2FdJymgI7W93kSCX-WN_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wI vPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcP ei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyGc6Prbt0YDxOQ718n5Kp4BHDosuiyzKmmujPE-2BwnUUeE-2BhtfviusJyaPxxrQ0xQcxXW7WJIzxRlSD4EXcbOMHelzF11UHxYG-2FH0 X6rAvl-2F4rIJ-2FAlRU3dmO-2BCHSQ0MTJ6nxR2tkjZHgwXoG9L3fyH48itt9kQSfspUNEnBPKDcg-3D> Market Albert Lea, MN Language English ... of smaller more affordable homes, allowing working families to achieve home ownership by streamlining zoning and infrastructure costs," Hennessy said. Some groups are concerned that a blanket statewide approach would ignore the needs of the communities where new houses would go up. Eagan Mayor Mike Maguire spoke for the Municipal Legislative Commission, which represents 18 cities in the metropolitan area. He said the cities all are working to address the housing crisis in ways that best support their needs and this proposal could interfere with that. "One person streamlining the process ... 52 Rezoning efforts move forward for future condos on Woodland Ave<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtshQ3GxSe8QM68Ofiym-2FmO2hnG3OZnIX 9t8WPxzHIlQFr0d8fJMqRn64br-2Fe06IyeEe8C4Lzkb4Ah5Jf5uhkbcX52dY_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc 9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX- 2BtyII5SANLDzNOIgzEvDn-2FXK6R-2BEuBZZjeH631ZzQC65I3Dwru2kFOWN7lRTXM0zxRwliQjUwv6LIuFaXYI5giy8HJlxb4r0VY5bRGucy25RTxzPOL3XvMStRxZmTT5qdd5uJpgE8psiyQGEudfIAmtpG80bFYUEBR6I-2FCQQaZJerU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/992e4eb1-913b-4d11-ac42-2da08a011089_1743438165467265.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 8:18 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Wdio.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtf2HcTHNnAGJMkYDzkDMtc-3DIt5b_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUr Bc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2oz Nq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyGrlLzwpvr98bCxbcSdkKdX-2FmsfKkOX8C6QKew0m6FzBxmTnaLFzpj-2FBKpa9tQLsNInbeQhCFS8ZqZIXCTbbPnZFCT5LGKqG2B7K-2BpYDW4ie1KOt3q4ed4I5zRD-2FGmDU LV5IgiNGek57CDkh4cW0xbAFXrFBHf8NkkuilmFUe6G4-3D> Author William Lien WDIO Market Duluth, MN Language English ... first, and they'll take it under consideration. We have a residential planned zoning area that allows to try to shift boundaries to maximize the amount of green space. Also build more density for housing, which is what this developer is proposing," Forsman said. "That process has to come to the city council for either approval or denial based on the facts and all the public comments in front of us." Even if residents are against the rezoning efforts and housing development, the property is private, and not open for public use. "When you have a property that's already zoned for development, the ... 53 Lagoon Theater Announces Plans to No Longer Look Like This<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvVadFQwlBz8mQ5uV-2B8qGjRuA6Ep5GtKTHY-2 FpBWUbZUldKKNiQ-2FTmME7pXK7CxkR7r33z0JhwjVqJwk67FygPMuOWkR_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P- 2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bt yYTu-2Bm9PfQsvh-2BUp6fdEqHwDPn6xpbhwJ1R5QurhC7EOQfIcF1AIKVvL8BYijthN8X-2FJUO6j-2FjEhw6ARrL3J1SmpkDY5Mmn9Y86bXDibwdQcY-2BFA1wvMPNSxz-2FysIGCEOpqMtLpi9mp-2FWWi7NdmjzxnNpDq-2BmvxWY-2F-2FcouYH0c9Y-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/7a972a70-6aae-4a6d-b8cf-d2707694e877_1743438165467292.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 5:24 PM CDT Category Digital News Source RacketMN.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPld9OjiP1b-2F4zeTTKdfzJuA-3DhpAq_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyq AXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61Fg tJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyAEdy6jQB3c-2B6-2BGuG67DJ0XdBV6-2BvxKbDHQd9Kazza4sck829aHTZsu4hDWA8-2FqmnQgqBBwAPAXKMKzSuW4oh5Y5txeXt7u-2FrXBO81vDjMvRV2M275q8i-2B g8HWdsJFJAlLPOnll0-2BTdgUks3yASYzb1ANDcUJFUCCw6BLUGMHzlM-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... for parking during the State Fair, according to this story in the Star Tribune by Tim Harlow. And honestly, why wouldn't they? Everyone else in the area makes bank on the annual event, and the fair-adjacent neighborhoods are overrun with parked fairgoers. Under a plan discussed by Falcon Heights City Council on Wednesday, which could bring in $100,000 to $200,000 annually, the city would install meters to use during the 12 days of the fair, with each resident given a parking pass. Parking would cost $25 a day in Northome and Northeast neighborhoods, which might seem like a lot, but hell, you could pay ... 54 Passionate crowd voices alarm at town hall in Willmar, Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsYtnxXNCheHLV9IyrfYZ4CekixqxaUo9 bOK5ZgZscPg-2BC0Mk1vJULrRMJYWYj68WyV4zxhBFQFWgJ-2BVUv8za1HPEBr_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymit c9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX -2Btyre224gxmNlCqElSW5VYrT2IjZ787EgLb-2BUZdaNTdcRjWsEKQLkuFpzNWTeX4wosSUO-2BmbWtePkUQr78gDk5InFNgcX4RfybIlHQ9QvrORjOssWra-2BVWIqU6Xc6LK7Bdu7CzNPhyAFh-2FojM8AorUoq3Dy4odmM3140jfEr7dR0b4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ce06c969-ccbf-4a2c-8c57-c6a0ae10d123_1743438165467346.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 5:05 PM CDT Category Digital News Source West Central Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrOKEj499yPEFRs6CuFlVLU-3DA7GM_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4V aaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3s kM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyW5Uio6A24hpfuFABXLJMxR1j0mZknZeNapYr3zTStVgW3oZBRy7uE5PjNycRXhzG-2FlAHZ04L8T3-2Fk-2FZL7Y2tyrj4z6hZw-2BIcrCy5b3LfT6J2wt5TIhg 95oDtU6BkDik68DwnQvTOcOqz2TA9DC4hnN5awcANdxmGqLtEnz223zk-3D> Author Tom Cherveny Market Willmar, MN Language English ... for those 10 years, excluding Medicaid, would total $581 billion through 2034. The deportation of immigrants from Latin America worries Fernando Alvarado, of Willmar. "I'm a United States citizen, but I worry about my name with this administration," he said. A Navy veteran and former Willmar City Council member, Alvarado urged those in the audience to change their names to a Hispanic name "and think about how it could affect you." Some of the loudest applause came when speakers said that some of Minnesota's Republican congressional representatives, including Seventh District Congresswoman ... 55 St. Paul City Council convenes but doesn’t appoint new Ward 4 member<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuLaAO12WnGpSUVJl2HcRQNs3THrr wd58K-2B1smYlAkjgnegpQRsM2vBkPSAX8Gk6dpkcm4ymipgLGK3irweUZKRfo_2_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuym itc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6 tX-2BtyYjLlVZ3lmkE8n5m3yGBkF7mZGx7hWdYsgqeWn-2F-2FIRZz-2BexCfbGErAjQu7gexjDVO6xmnwJknqqhsbGiIKVizFE4LHe0kjq6XU5Bxq7Cwc4p6kpsvAXmtMDKcmENoRlzxef4UloQtfUTjS8B12RJQqMyy9-2BJltbj1j1SLPYcNKVE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5da211e2-583e-4226-9eea-2f0df67692b7_1743438165467374.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 4:46 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0CrK3_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvP fCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei 7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyOzilg1OoGlXwAM3zaxAtnDM4yBgB5CyyaHiwkxKzIqsQuU8Zx-2FeGDFONjA5MLLqEYhohdKGkCRgNzbWz-2F3JBzaTWTx-2BFZX78VQao2 tLuA9NNmTbfoy-2BV1dFygFsTC-2Fcv4RwKQwGh63AGfmup9J0HHHmVLDA05MpKOLpzIIPMfgs-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English The St. Paul City Council convened a special meeting Friday to appoint a seventh member for the next four months who will fill the Ward 4 seat vacated by Mitra Jalali. But after about three minutes, following an awkward exchange between a council member, a member of the city attorney's office and the council president, the ... 56 Minnetonka council OKs agreement for Villas at Chasewood improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsa32aA3TOiJviM6u7SwbQlkI6ML ED2yWlcU28pv5vG59R3Uc1hzMOIK5Wa0yOUna5lbcndck7UYS-2FoQcc8dPf3bUYQ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuy mitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv 6tX-2Bty3yHAYeRgaRGP6JGlgd1UuOKMe3YX8Muk5tzPVMX8uDakGE2l-2BxtECXCybblGVPt7o2v1NsBP7NOcX8FN7O3Wqa2cVZRdnEki15mIaVEy3S82-2FDbw2fMPSyMxHzlocm-2FcM1eC-2BuxtxvT9XHKNL273tfOaDbmt9S2kw5lzvnh9kJk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/88be8881-211f-42a0-b9a7-7a62cd535fda_1743438165467417.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:33 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CBBtS_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyl7mtymQSTC6eKrIiGA6sQbbjx4JJJ-2BEoL128Bt8PS4IF9i-2FKKLaxmjtvECABRGtsfoWThSNIus0fNkohF-2BxRAnxAPenrh0bqL4d5 etyWoAGq4VBN78LfWF4HDQXxEsLxL6i3vrm-2B5cLJ-2B8EgWnEr2JFU-2FFmjuGtjlHyfNv6ESjk-3D> Author Jason Jenkins Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Villas at Chasewood are in line to receive around $12 million in improvements. The Minnetonka City Council voted March 17 to approve a development agreement for the 21-building, 188-unit Villas at Chasewood, which are 36 years old. 57 City Council makes changes to Human Rights Commission<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvKpmrAKcOmnA7nb8T8uNS01AIS-2BNG2-2FHslGWBhZ niRW9DCiuU7wMyby2vdqjaEAt9TWATFWAILCG7aSNC4tS8ugrtr_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J 1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyyxjoER 28BnlxO2l-2BAz-2Bs4eo4Fpk16hsC4hjY2HnY7d6-2F9xJ4cgWUHXBJmBhdQd2WucFSX-2BB7tO1eQsjvwTGxfMwG07We1uJ9-2Fh3jmx8XSfwVquY1nbrgIhGyZehD5GHu5jCif0Rm-2B9ENXG-2B5mkyTA0IQh-2Fz924RyI7a5a2LZKsU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cd8d2a2a-2143-4d06-a4c2-38e1442b2dfa_1743438165467460.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Red Wing Republican Eagle<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPp0lwpS9AVSqo7VGnbI0VXnG-2Bje5dEdmzzqip30mKXvAs0Po_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVE eTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2F jphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty0YTnsTchL8-2B51DKew35To0v5iTLlYpz73zLw8IoQ4HoD7ERclJAGKtOzstliRMpUCkp4qKNFNqZOqX5m-2BeesW6b9HLPams -2FSZr2Il24u21umPb3z5MeDjcsHfoP1RpJglYdbIwBgjmeHfVsup1W7Iwdf5gM5mryKg3hU8Tm-2B8tA-3D> Market Red Wing, MN Language English The Red Wing City Council voted to decrease the number of seats on the Human Rights Commission from 11 to seven during their March 24 meeting. The decision to decrease the number of seats comes after several meetings of the Human Rights Commission were canceled due to low membership. The council also voted similarly to ... 58 New HRA members approved<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuGfYuGxKiZj3Ps44StivH-2Fmml59LVFC5hkJVA8zZDKXrPNIuNnMPpXScDW7W4XcPcYGPSm SMQNk00SyfPO2wtldbJB_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2B CpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyv11OwRi3p-2B36elDqveB42QccAstGZYyyScc 38i95aFcGxAeF4u9-2F3Dzi4J-2BczvPdlH7tQdXEwhLFHZ-2BkVYjSC8oqbXeAKq5Qcv-2FIAT6SgiVLZ2FLahxPz3C2RJEJ1xH1tbaUt7lmt-2FSJw7lRigJ0q6PMn07d91opa0PF1lz3thY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/caf3d8ad-6fe7-45c3-b845-aab9ad83008d_1743438165467487.webp] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Pipestone County Star<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlsDGqtdlwsyQDAbcKbf9chf99sCRAAiby-2BGP-2FUFrANQKu30_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeT ZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2Fjp hRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyulvw3FnVTLSsVFgTQEol5VuliozyFzv-2FpMwVtcc3Q0-2B-2BcrY22NPlncEXYe31DIDAc6sjFFpzu89mj57RHDbzaH69T9qzxt 6NKZu9buHF2-2BCuu7UuIaV6qLYs1lRpzC6nYx5HJBoVNTA3eEnK-2BoNE3KbXpSH9dTwh-2BRvSpbeWOeM-3D> Author Kyle Kuphal Market Pipestone, MN Language English ... 't change the statutory or the foundational requirements of, for example, who can sit on the city council." With the appointment of the three new members, all of whom Manderscheid had recommended, the HRA Board now consists of Lund, Schumann, Guardado, Mitch Reynolds, Julie Colvin, Ryan Tibbs and Mayor Dan Delaney. City Councilor Scott Swanson serves as a City Council liaison. Having a full board will help prevent what happened during the HRA's regular meeting on March 12, when the board was unable to conduct business because it did not have a quorum due to the three vacancies and one member ... 59 Falcon Heights considers charging for Minnesota State Fair street parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt9-2FOF-2FAwvgNT8PMBVyo ukrU1PYPYP6JbzWC5yziqbWjjS1Q50cdmmP6raP43k2nUz-2B8l0myIyedghxMrpmGXd7mfUR_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b 0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8G Rrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyZBN0oomIeS9hhWDAlOvvBbmznyy1Ui0ciR6rr0hQ94DJX83E83y1YFoBsTcxouhqUR6wIKWeTET3NNvVgOfbwwd7NtwJgMHwV8nULDkhQ9q1QMvutKmOKyJdsPDJSOufaV8aU96PI20dlFXBYbEFiX-2BW7KVsyAIJiiccQDRGELk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/cee1f8fd-aa9f-4897-ab7f-683144527f42_1743438165467528.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:08 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3DSlmY_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3 Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEq Rg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty99bg2qokoeUsz-2B9fK-2BepJdO2rd0mdTufwSwPT-2F66Wd8YKsfTRxV2URd1iY5iYeoPfsoY9MfhqmX46CbeZCBXE65AH3sIxzdp3RLqd-2FQpz8lRkJj tmtuGKoTCPlUs-2BzQYx4y3JfEzk8yMUZfx1yauvQANrPK2PxwZCtyqcmJ6PHk-3D> Author Estelle Timar-Wilcox Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... said they don't want their visitors to have to pay a fee; others said it could add a burden for visitors who already struggle to afford a trip to the fair. But some others who spoke said they like the idea of compensation for the strain that the fair can put on city resources and infrastructure. City Administrator Jack Linehan led the task force. He said Wednesday's votes are the first steps toward a plan. "There's going to have to be further action from the city," Linehan said. "We're going to have to figure out more items as we go." The council will meet again for further discussion next week. 60 New Lindstrom liquor store manager hired, street work heading for bids<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsiPxZjuLu47hycYOD1blPgy33D BAxyftW8DjEYXiIALxzN0N34zcSvqLHnPBaXuQ-2BqbyfcSKcczgdLxYFX5r9OuTUd_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHu ymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZb v6tX-2Btyo2iA9R5g45DP5k3f-2Fwwt9JrZ-2F1-2FOK4Fw225qmz2-2B7ec5EMrOSrIKRyGWbvMBwLPvVtPqqfot56t5s-2BFkgIVbhkDBiL4CQ9srbG6K2IkY2DFXn6n7Ji83CrYwVK94Pj0Z-2BY1OlZIXRUAq2eSMp7bBsrKCuRnxayPmAuBCGqHZg8Y-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:02 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Chisago County Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrN-2BlWMrLb6c-2BM4eTd6KPb4-2B6v4yRLc-2FhjDIhHyIJvqGYTYk_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbV EeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2 FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyBl9mp5mehlJSUBtyJAY3sWf22FvRYKC2FOq9Q9ytu9r8RFkgjJxAlkRX2IIWWRUaiUxh0GOGW5cMyqZ-2BQtFXP7Z03Js-2Fa pBUxlN3-2ByapudTHQMmjW5xbw-2FBDhpHoDnbjMYTf0QjBIHASusxorcipD7JaMq8-2B-2BSCP2o5ht2gA2Fw-3D> Market Lindstrom, MN Language English March 28, 2025 at 2:22 p.m. Lindstrom council was steered through its regular council session last week by Brian Norelius as acting mayor in the absence of Judy Chartrand, who participated on the Internet. Council accepted the resignation of the municipal liquor store manager Matt Olson. The council personnel committee of Greg Krueger and Norelius recommended hiring Scott Rickhoff to be manager for six months. It was also agreed ... 61 Wyoming City Council briefs.....<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsWM2l4AzkpkPZIpRxMsHLbNXInch5ODH99HVkAi72G-2FjONwMDxFSvvaBKOsfd2 7EO7eTYYbHAYsKjP4ikz3jkAhhJn_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN 9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty0mCSjEDPtJRhnKRWsLNlZ-2F2Z0ZT mVzamVcJENm-2BgAMADWbHN0Jy0HI8AqzRIUz9LyI-2Blpc0JUzzx65xOz2tGetbKPEBvSO7Txm2h4sdOxQY89pLX8POa7QUicvIGh1veSAcWAdFjyfzGqkmnxRk8afnFvFW0pnxtpWRfSyIoWOo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 3:02 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Chisago County Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrN-2BlWMrLb6c-2BM4eTd6KPb4-2B6v4yRLc-2FhjDIhHyIJvqG4vAv_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbV EeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2 FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty1g-2BL6zYyZ2RUsqku43xpRwUuW-2FhnYuHV5OvMMlhOyCRVYZJ-2FWUswvmIyrt0LP3UR5Hha0c88-2BJ6XdU8-2FpAT2BLc qw8AOsPdq8I2PcmQpnjD9BRRI-2BSp52zcMXyb-2F4S4oEHalxGUKzFnYDP4QJj32pAmIdt-2Bfk5cnURXyHuc417A-3D> Market Lindstrom, MN Language English March 28, 2025 at 2:23 p.m. A new set of play structures and sitework were approved by city council for the Fireside Park on the west side of the freeway around 262nd, in Wyoming. Fireside Park play area bid was awarded to St Croix Recreation by the Wyoming city council unanimously last week. There were six quotes that came in. The St Croix Recreation package was about $71,000. City staff reported the offer is a great deal because the items have been set up once, at a trade show but must be considered "used" so Wyoming is getting nearly untouched equipment for a ... 62 Opening doors for accessibility: St. Peter grant program reauthorized<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsK2S9yKiOFdwMDSZNGzPnZb5-2B CPYx-2BIsC8usNncO3ahfJI1Lom87pqie7LpNzutD9gnT-2FjtcLTYb6XywZyvCubj3Vf_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8g rHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9 YZbv6tX-2Bty-2BHPXlOpa-2F02v7axOd7ehk0jz-2BYKDafRl-2BxXL2iBk874dtqU9FBNyxT-2FvZdxWCw8Uf13IOhld7FjlGPc2XxUbkfBsdRYjsb-2FZBpHAn4qHQGjL1gnTiBCpgqrs1uSUweiA7ikBFv7fMTlenZkncZDwyDfEcX3Fmt34cD933W7GbEA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/a5e79ec2-245d-41fa-9336-0da46d79aec8_1743438165467577.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:28 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Mankato Free Press<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjRDsLEkWa2FIsGDl23AYKypbM-2FOWJ4W-2B7MQRynuWnAyYJB_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRp cPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyU3ss05olr1lQVv4WVrnjzrNB1Jc6nQMvmFus6NUbA358OmAOjIVCF17WdfFmxv7Um3-2FaTVt6d1ViabXcJXEexd2CvJGSkkH-2B-2F NvKM0zp8nxvktFPhOGzbE7cL2Ie6qfh2SiT2j54r0ZUsxhQc6RN-2Fv0nnFHEz-2F1M0dgT3OGD5Ho-3D> Author Brian Arola Market Mankato, MN Language English ... south sides, said Megan Bennett, general manager. Initially the grants were only available in St. Peter's central business district. The city expanded it starting in 2022. Recipients over the years range from Kind Vet Clinic to the Nicollet County Ag Society to River Rock Coffee & Tea. St. Peter City Council members reauthorized the program earlier this month following a recommendation by the Economic Development Authority, or EDA. This year's grant amount is $55,000, with applications due in May. A review committee will recommend recipients to the EDA that month. The EDA will pass along its ... determinations to the City Council in June for final approval. The program's review committee recently lost Steven Grams, who died at age 73 on March 6. Grams used a wheelchair and was a City Council member when the accessibility improvement grant program started. Baker described Grams as being a "vital" part of the grant review process. The former Council member and mobility advocate provided a much needed perspective, Baker said, which the board will want to look for going forward. Follow ... 63 Minnesota House Unanimously Passes Bill Expanding Firefighter Assistance Program<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuiHKiC2JuxuRKcnC fXav-2BlTghVoArX12Y75dVAaP6MdPZyZyv1S7V-2FB3WNlJKFKMnCEjVT6wOeifDb18mWIcCwMfcY_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlx u3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0 -2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtygV4ZPgFgLcbOwV1-2FZ4TCq5OQyOyxrdyko-2Bn55IJP9xe4Gl9Su35x44jP6rnQar6CJcdK94ZSvVwD4JvMSS404yQv-2FudwdMddJlQTjCkbZ3Z99LbyURoeJoFZuhd8oEy0kxrXrtMdi-2Fy77-2BWzJdcMMQeFpN6rxgS6kDh-2B52 kPaRU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/554420fd-b35f-4c5d-af65-d0b0bdf7cf4b_1743438165467606.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:27 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KNSI<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPumesAAuRj0LoXwA7-2BTIAEQ-3DPdbH_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc 33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq 2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty8ewq4lTNtnD1shSGVH3rqVetsvUAVn4vro1hR2uLIGRArNibVgARZpfOQse6vUVt-2BTdrvc6Bwvg8FNJLzcGH8vOSr6OMpmnir-2B6gFQGyZbvvp4nyZ-2BPJlaD-2BULx-2BvyT 84OF11JBkiOzpfhYqUDurkgsIKX-2FX7-2Br5AqqVro9z6O4-3D> Market Saint Cloud, MN Language English _ 64 Minneapolis City Council bans algorithmic rent price fixing<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu6Q4NoGc-2FrD2lSqumrBN7u2zULe27f6-2FO xELNn3Js8rJXOJ0otLMyNme8-2F3kRnL588TpHUwZbKP4IUjMvC6El3Hbh1_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P -2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2B tyc-2B5AlAeggqTyB8nlqc9nRvdXOkfev7IcAsfh5bVgcYJ0UO-2FpVCz8mFHAshtcaCHgGNJYmT7p-2F62bkll77lqZ5zg-2BImus-2FIVlY6-2BzznR9WLOz65xbxoG4ZmN0Akp38OxAVR1-2B690f3WRr-2FXPRH6IFcxySa0fCYqXx-2FiINa2jm6Uw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/edf9547f-9bfe-4f68-8119-728826ccf825_1743438165467640.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 1:15 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3Dvbyc_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiU rBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2o zNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyYlf-2F1I9h4-2FQESdXucDS-2B1UYeZrn505s87YgPllHQ89X7Oj-2F8xcWvTTMWiNGzfaVG9FM-2FAu-2Fttv-2BryhGfmHul2ivVwEn1O2qoqrsiB-2FkKDZhThRBH9ze2ng B-2BcDFiLszfQPh32VNiasFfp4S48OHcJSmVKqHn5blZmyHnP6LEz5U-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English Twin Cities renters living in units managed by algorithms paid an average of $324 more per year, council members say. MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis City Council banned algorithmic rental price fixing Thursday, becoming the third city in the U.S. to do so. But what does that mean for renters and landlords? In a press release Friday, the Minneapolis City Council shared that companies like RealPage provide an algorithm called Yieldstar ... Robin Wonsley. In August 2024, the Department of Justice and several attorneys general sued RealPage for its algorithmic pricing. Twin Cities renters in units managed by algorithms paid an average of $324 more per year than renters in units not managed by algorithms, according to the Minneapolis City Council. 65 Lonsdale Public Works does it all — water, sewer, parks, streets, more<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuqMPlCmYol3gZHdpQuHNNQGFUt v-2FE5lNsBwbYGvr62XzKFsmQoi9YtIR-2BaFyw3b7a9ZEuxSILzFE3d-2FwMfslmrRLi3_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8 grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj 9YZbv6tX-2BtyD3eMnJSrQ8Py4y3AY9HGOgdIH2qVbg7sOcPawV8ls-2F-2F0Fxm-2FvoVnm8A-2F476VCS3EPkzi7GpNqV8S0bqQIN2-2BmPJp3z4NtUzBKTfXlXkjBoVzAglSI8is17WSr-2Flln7-2FZPVJevXPbcZhnQGLWgBd5-2FWOXCisiXY0JVS6fN1T7CT o-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fcc8fb48-b5d8-4024-b330-72418c58b51d_1743438165467705.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 12:39 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Le Sueur County News<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPk0pvMet-2B6woEh-2FAsLYe-2FQmHjHM9Ir8gUFYFmS6LaiwyP6jklimERIIbanB8St2AgA-3D-3DNi2H_39v8nJo0ccDED 86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij 1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyzbpFD1JSV-2F1-2BiPu68UBBUN9HmyfK7ab9ufXFudeEwCvfus11kvEWrtGHYMexSEcxA-2 FxSInXsDMQI5jEYhnJ7HpeIODUYINoiLI7h-2BONlitIC8pePTcw-2B887d8wlEB40YTucWzRD60rdJB0s1mLwvOM9AxNlyXJZ0vZM0tmwxT0o-3D> Author Colton Kemp Market Le Sueur, MN Language English Public Works Director Joe Dornfeld holds a string line while he and two of his department's workers paint the lines onto the soccer fields Thursday in Lonsdale. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) Public Works employee Scott Duban jackhammers out a line as he works on remodeling the women's restroom at Jaycee Park Thursday. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) A van owned by the Lonsdale Public Works Department sits outside the bathrooms at Jaycee Park Thursday as the city renovates ... the facility. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) The pickup seen here near the soccer fields Thursday is the newest in a fleet of trucks and other vehicles at Lonsdale Public Works. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) Lonsdale is lucky, according to the head maintenance guy. Public Works Director Joe Dornfeld holds a string line while he and two of his department's workers paint the lines onto the soccer fields Thursday in Lonsdale. (Colton Kemp — ... LonsdaleNewsReview. com) Public Works employee Scott Duban jackhammers out a line as he works on remodeling the women's restroom at Jaycee Park Thursday. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) A van owned by the Lonsdale Public Works Department sits outside the bathrooms at Jaycee Park Thursday as the city renovates the facility. (Colton Kemp — LonsdaleNewsReview.com) The pickup seen here near the soccer fields Thursday is the newest in a fleet of trucks and other vehicles at Lonsdale Public Works. (Colton ... 66 Monopole to replace decommissioned water tower in Coon Rapids<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttXCooI7ZO3BRqHns5eNgvoYjOyz-2Fg96z- 2FGA23uAXbllIxe-2BB-2BlrQbvwu7SyIoTxIf5w6yxHqaUdfn9ZBdHaRiQENLs_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymi tc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6t X-2BtyPgrcswP8Fs3oLg0QgCBwyulpFJ85nbSDtVAmf80NCmb1Is3KyanGPvkq8UolDowjEdJqvJ5avtukho-2BHRxbhcFMocAJWWUWZb8RjMHWhcBjk8w-2FRFXktb1sY6T4-2B8C0EpA8KrSl9x2ndSkY7OAhMrGeOMmbnxzaT5FBqiAO5SAM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/9293f76c-2652-4f4b-8f37-5d5695798de9_1743438165467742.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 12:19 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0C-pRZ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyODxktSYA2bF5l2kyf8CMyoGLBpIc9W7FHIVwjKHIAZHn8Ew-2Fa36pbeM3IU9VP6jjtSpkrGPXBFhEUpMMu3QDegxgNN4-2FCpr3BLcd8D HCOaSZuDSWhh57aghalJwtxaAFQJ39bBaIdkeSzgwW5UESaHkZ-2FMH3KiSqQa2SCoLywUM-3D> Author Peter Bodley Market Minneapolis, MN Language English A monopole will be built on the Coon Rapids site of a decommissioned water tower that will be demolished. The Coon Rapids City Council March 18 awarded three contracts for the project to remove the old water tower at 11316 Foley Blvd., just south of the Northdale Boulevard intersection, and replace it with a permanent 150-foot-high monopole for continued telecommunications services. 67 Cedar-Riverside residents call for city to renew violence interrupter contract<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttm1U9zfbkPzSBYPYEh jzducPpAOjchyUJT9QtV2QPKZgKQqI8z83FHSqKayqIaMPrjZgldxS0UUPlYEcP7ltHCWm5B_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0 F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GR rj9YZbv6tX-2BtyukOiaUmejaqHYTLV8DOh3QG8jxE9ba-2BB0NeERG8-2F-2BNDumq51UN3UIBUSuxWNDWQ2J-2BP6nHvF9R9VJGsgD4MusBGXrFUxUPsjdyg0Mdw31jTyJDghaND8FawxeaHG6tcrDHitqh5MOQSFzg0bfukV9fsaE9fmnT8NXwvpzP-2F0jy0-3D > [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8eea9ccc-627d-4e92-aa0a-1ce9adde96c5_1743438165467767.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 11:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3Dc81R_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTy qAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61F gtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtynEK3Nqzw3HvjSIDwVg0Sl-2Bh4o3-2BhVMRNSJXjH0QiiOl4mGfdZLu2aRZ4-2FcbA-2B0krpvvTKeP4Bv648WQGdeaaTf3BBYgc0-2BwbvjymKwH4WNhm8DU-2BW87s UGCqU4a6i5fZDbEfFSea9FewXTviakmNoZcRRMOfqA2ivuSL7AkTAPo-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English ... in the neighborhood. Metro Youth Diversion, a violence interrupter group that helps de-escalate potentially violent situations and engages with community members, left Cedar-Riverside after four years of patrolling the neighborhood. This comes after weeks of scrutiny from the Minneapolis City Council over issuing contracts to certain violence interrupter programs from the city's Neighborhood Safety Program. A city official from the Neighborhood Safety Department said in a city council meeting on March 17 that the Metro Youth contract was not renewed because the neighborhood ... is no longer in the top eight areas of violence in Minneapolis. When the Metro Youth was initially given the contract in 2020, the hope was that the group could counter rising crime rates in the neighborhood, City Council Member Jamal Osman (Ward 6) said. Osman said taking away the youth interruption group is a flawed approach once there is progress. "They say, 'Oh, because that area of the city, it's safe.' The data doesn't support it. We don't have a lot of crimes. And I say that's the point," Osman said. " ... in the neighborhood that really affects how safe people feel in the neighborhood and can also affect safety if it's left completely unchecked." The effort to return Metro Youth to Cedar-Riverside is already underway, as Osman introduced an amendment to allocate funds for the program at Tuesday's city council meeting. Even though the amendment passed in the City Council, Starr and Solomon said they were upset about the lack of communication from Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's administration on maintaining programs like this. "We just need to get all on the same page about how we're ... 68 City Council passes safety violence intervention contracts after delays<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsAp4ahmjLs030-2FenquWknLk AbtG7Bdzg1nOpLrsWDJCaY1oOODk29ExRjQwt2uU6U-2FibOpsBJ6XDb2kDQ8hU3AXYXQ_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8g rHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9 YZbv6tX-2Bty6t2D-2FfXxYl3VfHZZ8cfvlYRJk5vnE1f4zh24Q8eU2GEVTTvpow9SneJS48NS6LFdiUcCAtL4mUjs77vfkfmJDPiSrqBbidKZUuwgeF4GTRFB5zlPbOxI-2Bjk1Tvb-2F6IyIbSxmyUpRDquUrgYLm8Gnyjq8eBTjuPRwutlV4XhlBHo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/353572d1-486f-4b6d-9882-692567f1dba3_1743438165467790.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 11:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3DMFCp_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTy qAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61F gtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty3e5zHDKd3i2YHb3EKeoZK3s4xQJtShLJFskLj-2BLzttVLM59mUiBDetIdgagSdwoqrxLpH0HFBajg-2B375X2Xc8NTldwFMLcVWZEV-2B1L3XZk8B7DHL6ukLDuNwFG CFmyUDwVo4WmNhiVNj4JMVK0rNZNUnlL61WR73C7viJBLBIfk-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The City Council approved five MinneapolUS safety contracts on Tuesday after a week of deliberation and scrutiny from council members and the public. The five safety contracts will go to nonprofit violence intervention groups that have previous experience in the community and violence prevention, Deputy Director ... and help people who may be at risk of committing or being victims of violence through de-escalation. Lakes said the five groups will split time between Ward 4, Ward 5 and Ward 9. Volunteers with these groups will be taught de-escalation techniques as well as CPR and first aid. Minneapolis City Council Member Robin Wonsley (Ward 2), who has been critical of the Neighborhood Safety Department in the past, said she felt confident about the contracts now that there was more information. "I am excited to approve these contracts and what will happen. But I want to see what the data will look like," ... Wonsley said. A sixth group, run by Rev. Jerry McAfee, Salem Inc., was considered for a contract before it was pulled by the Neighborhood Safety Department after two people involved with the group were arrested for a shootout. Although most city council members were happy to support the violence intervention contracts, several members were upset about the lack of attention the groups would be showing their wards. While the group's name was not spoken outright, city council members LaTrisha Vetaw (Ward 4) and Jeremiah Ellison ( ... 69 Scandia appoints EDA members<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsau2EQvnE-2BPi9qyqwhCIy-2BNbECIqGxVDIKJ16lq6JahVypRYpynUwJP4gIPXudjA O6-2B0lAqpj5VYN7cM11nRy-2BJkDM_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3 fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyI4dMXpOkxMVk-2BClOvntXx9vD7 nP-2BvOoc8uw-2BIyBghXQjzLHYPbcbuDqctgjF1WRezzw2NglyqGPnOoPJG8aMjTXIh17QjspmcAlCBWH3qta4j1y2NW270U2goUIvkx9h6NaGRj-2F-2Fwcm9kT2YjwUXRbnnwSMQBFjG5-2FTYBFxNUfc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/fd809eb7-4c81-421d-a569-19fae46f3b8d_1743438165467825.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:56 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Country Messenger<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPjKxZpWU0xB-2B4RHfksGk2m3qb8gIKPrDFCKL4-2FEcxxMDMroE_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3w IvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpc Pei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btycfqn-2F1UHnDMUNEbZEgtmjY9Phs-2Fv6oTodj-2BAH6S4CmsbkPKq7Q0dKCZ4zSf0Rme4kUvyMo-2Flg9PkNYOKBTLTEue8qvoTvXo8 Iv9QcgHvQRD9F3urfc1LNDzYsRs6Fcpou36peizaX7OFoy74z9AT2rERvxC2DXiQetAk8FSFNzs-3D> Author Kyle Weaver Market Scandia, MN Language English Scandia's newly reconstituted Economic Development Authority will have five citizen members and two elected city council members. The Scandia City Council last week appointed city residents Carolyn Smith, David Wilske, Patrick Doyle, Patricia Lange and Jacqueline Chaves to the EDA. Council member Jim Gribble and Mayor Steve Kronmiller will also serve on the panel as full voting members. 70 Nisswa Mayor Jennifer Carnahan announces run for Minnesota State Senate District 6<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvp0CKX9XCi53PF iB-2F2Ape6oT31PH9WI-2FLmwOM4rXMfQc25G7en1hzfVZPz7r06DcE3ha6aESAMPiP5N3YpmBCca4Zn_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfG lxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIE E0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtyIOqR68GITq7DU7U80I50uXfjDeprLYeQbWMjXhXKeICU8TmT3KSlg0yyT2amgdTNAGWvndPjOMcc1wYRn-2FFmc49K0zfrNX6RHX9eCvPrJktFmM1S8tbdt3NtGp1LXZ3r57tw9V4S0uPr3WWNkIB-2F-2FU0C5-2FZSaOaA-2B59ixM x6VDU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/60efe9ac-0c50-49da-adff-5f8d7bfdca62_1743438165467859.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:46 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Grand Rapids Herald-Review<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPkULVM49mtnKqRGfbngYk-2FAHU2v-2B0q93NFmdyEhOi8AQTxPy_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYF bVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz -2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2BtylWHqKsBSq7AkqInTCzHmlxKd7uDMlYRhuLoXjTBECmMhKwxlSelbelfJOppOaOY2kB0-2FJzap6qaqGy9IYQkXd4uhrx3-2 B9JecS3liQhonc0fnbPterW-2FFRiA2ZskAv9-2BCK0pB-2FEkl6h4IA9K2DbRqSQ2Iw8Axu6NLnTg2kkpjK6k-3D> Market Grand Rapids, MN Language English "Since 2016, I have been deeply engaged in Republican politics across Minnesota, witnessing firsthand the harmful effects of Democratic policies on our state. Serving as Chairwoman of the Republican Party of Minnesota for four-and-a-half years and now as Mayor of Nisswa has only strengthened my commitment to advocating for our families, communities, and a stronger future for Minnesota. Throughout my campaign for mayor, I listened to residents' concerns—rising costs, burdensome regulations, and the need for strong, fiscally conservative ... 71 Plymouth seeks applicants from Ward 2 for HRA<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu3DucsFmbUhzmnmJyWNCaw-2FXAzniBLPC2nVXziv7t2Eqhxwj- 2FUQcw8z6ILu1X2Ll13pf8kPpUOPhP6fmd3QgbHrunS_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgy tKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPei7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Bty4YOFvuJrEPTfiB wtZIQQuGnBQLuGpbFlXnZy9eV3kmZOUwaYtv4EU42-2FngrSNKdtkHbX1DPUK8l5Nzmy3C19Njw0-2FLBdCGvTBMdP-2B3pj54o5c4ISKZ6L4GtMwQdWSfvIrVzZ-2BrAFJSJ8I-2FFbVmbholzR7AnKoQPmPkbdHCpo8RU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/e4720b57-f26f-4d9e-9033-50002992436c_1743438165467894.png] Date Collected Mar 28, 2025 10:14 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CCcAL_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvOikIPj6gkXZZog-2BoPddaJQSIc2UfGlxu3K3b0F8grHuymitc9P-2FUlT7J1hWJ8rgytKh41sJllIBy3fN9qPR5-2BCpE-2FXtR7Hlx-2FdMLjzri2gbOS8cnHij1LSSE3hTXl76etfY5p7fcDnz-2FjphRpcPe i7qOs9KyuunEqRg3skM61FgtJj2ozNq2UWvtLMCW7JAv3uaX0A5HPYxo5faXAPadr-2BIEE0-2B8GRrj9YZbv6tX-2Btyx1AhCqCyHURb36-2FtSDQpQlP46Un7mHPrg0bE2MEQx5W4MnPpkgd0ecBmGe0vpE6YnDq8YqHyF6L0DmeyxmUX3ghFWB2BlkwbN2rahJ4J kU86CwTx0tOZkOxTVPJYkv9Utva5FQ4FazdgDJCoKJnhJIQrWnxqihzCkN2Y8KeqO8Q-3D> Author Plymouth Housing Redevelopment Authority Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... applicants from Ward 2 (southwest Plymouth) for the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA). One seat is available for appointment. Residents with an interest in serving are encouraged to apply by 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16. The HRA is a volunteer advisory board to the Plymouth City Council. The HRA works with Plymouth's housing and community development programs; administers federal, state and local grants for housing programs; and manages a few residential buildings. 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Sender address: League of Minnesota Cities 145 University Avenue West St. Paul, MN 55103-2044 United States Unsubscribe Preferences<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/asm/?user_id=36978946&data=Bf1OHHJ0rkz4XEXdH7IjtydACEqAUQxedFO2b3K_Dc9oMDAwdTAwMHaRWOBOB1Z_A8KQ71Rvpp9WFiYBLrNCGJO91nfAd7ikTICajyKJJGGI3ZNgXV XHEtwe5D44xTFHok6TTvwEXUKRJjAUmlIWTkfutdXowqUYgHYU1g_9w3400EFIHV3NE5StWQIYK9zsfXqUx9MuWWDYNa9-ub_O9ScMTCdjn7qBiHPtKp9dKnGxFyH94UEu_JGP4ENj0M-RDTYxas3_y5vB1dHldWLEZSBeNM3Gqy3USWQ04W7yvIP1dg_6DYYQm5kpb HE2DN_fM26iFcKUfmGRm1LIdjrGw5B7fmF7lUvWLj6Pko5mmogK9XrsmG6quN_llyMx6W0DpEmNd3e017pbo0uhKqADoACO7Hcoe9rbtZ3qZS_3UXNDjMuM3Gh-Po1VGeUNrB1E2ENpHXLTqNb1WMhDYOjCwVyGfrL9TRRE6cVXwMHChYw1d6_uh6BhCHOrp9TziklL 9E9OpliuniBeOQXS8xmsSsSw1W9bqTzHgzRNQOf9hJp9q1pObyHpBwpKQwJSwLDKMXZPpuhLpkMQHVNkwtZMbe8tjfb1GvjfOR51c02tso7Mvdnfbqh1IM5oOsTF-fHlYaVI8js0u8I=> 20250331130507,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,margaret barrett mmtb45@hotmail.com_181.eml Hi Margaret, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your observations. We're tracking comments received to provide them to the City Council & State Fair Task Force (SFTF) for their review as they develop a plan. My role as an appointed administrator is to execute policy as laid out by the City Council and to manage operations of the City. To know what the City Council's policy directives are, we have regular workshop meetings to provide myself and the rest of staff direction on how to approach certain topics. The meeting on 3/26 may have been the first meeting that raised awareness on the issue, but the State Fair Task Force had discussed the topic at four meetings (1/15, 2/19, 3/12, 3/19) and the City Council had discussed it at length at three workshops (2/5, 3/5, 3/12), which are all televised here<https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/typeview.php?regionid=97&typeid=2>. The proposal to implement paid parking via e-meters was given support at each meeting and we had clear direction heading in to the public hearing on the proposal. That gave staff the direction on how to build the program. The feedback from the hearing provides valuable insight to the City Council and task force on the issues that still need to be worked out such as passes, pricing, location and more. Staff recommended the City Council take two actions to initiate the process if e-meters were supported: adopting an ordinance allowing e-meters, and allowing staff to negotiate and finalize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor. Both were approved, so the e-meter allowance has been added to City Code and we are finalizing the contract with ParkMobile as our attorneys work out the details. The information surrounding these items was included in the City Council packet, which was posted the Friday before the meeting as always, here.<https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/ 5802/638781730906070000> We spelled out exactly what action was being requested following the public hearing and the Mayor walked through the steps before the public hearing opened, but I do apologize if there was confusion around what would be occurring. The suggestions to do a survey and limit north/south parking on certain streets in Northome will be shared with Council & the SFTF for their consideration. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: margaret barrett <mmtb45@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 11:08 AM To: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: State fair paid parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Dear Jack I want to voice my concern’s over the proposed idea of charging people for parking in our area during the state fair. First, I’m totally against it. I attended last weeks meeting to gather information, since I wasn’t sure how I felt. After listening to residents views on both sides, I came to my conclusion. I was shocked that after 2 & 1/2 hrs of discussion, votes were taken & passed within 5 minutes. Many of us walked out of there confused. What just happened ? It has since been clarified that a decision on implementing paid parking was not voted on. I feel you & the council are in favor & had your minds made up before this meeting. I would like to see a survey to each homeowner just asking , yes or no. I also suggest you restrict all parking on Albert & Pascal from Hoyt to Larpenteur during the fair. This would greatly improve safety for intersections & alley access. If you do go thru with charged parking, & give each homeowner at least 2 passes, how much money will you really make? Is it worth it to alienate many of our residents & visitors? Please take time to really find out what Falcon Hts residents want. This is causing angst in our community. Thank you, Margaret Barrett 1437 Hoyt Ave W Sent from my iPhone 20250331131337,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,RANDI Tomlinson randitomlinson@aol.com_182.eml Hi Randi, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your letter. We are tracking comments received and will provide them to the full City Council and State Fair Task Force. To answer a question in your email regarding a contract with ParkMobile: A) a contract is not signed as our attorneys work out language, but the action requested at the meeting was to authorize the City Administrator to negotiate and finalize the contract and B) no a contract was not signed before authorization occurred. You can see the exact resolutions / ordinances that were approved in the City Council packet from 3/26 starting on page 12. These packets are published every Friday proceeding the meeting and have the details for the meeting<https://www.falconhe ights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5802/638781730906070000>. Prior to the 3/26 public hearing, the State Fair Task Force had discussed e-meters at four previous meetings dating back to January, and the City Council at three previous meetings from Feb - March. We used the direction provided at the workshops to make these recommendations for action at the City Council meeting. City Council and the SFTF are using the feedback provided at the public hearing to frame next steps in building a program. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: RANDI Tomlinson <randitomlinson@aol.com> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 11:50 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Fwd: A different solution to State Fair Parking You don't often get email from randitomlinson@aol.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Dear Mr Linehan, I am forwarding a copy of the letter I sent to the mayor, Mr. Gustafson. I may not be able to attend the upcoming meeting about State Fair parking. I believe there are ideas in what I sent to the mayor that are very worth looking at. Respectfully, Randi Tomlinson Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Randi Tomlinson <randitomlinson@aol.com> Date: March 28, 2025 at 8:38:55 PM CDT To: randy.gustafson@falconheights.org Subject: A different solution to State Fair Parking Dear Mr Gustafson, There has been a lot of activity on Facebook regarding parking. There is quite a bit of activity on Facebook in regard to what people are thinking about the parking proposal put forth. I think there are more solutions than charging for parking in our neighborhoods. I am attaching a post I put on Facebook that I want you to see. (Below) I do think my thoughts would have a positive impact on the number of cars in our neighborhoods and safety concerns for the residents here. Has a contract been signed? There seems to be misinformation out there in that regard. If it has been signed, was it signed before the meeting that we took part in at City Hall? I along with others feel that coming to the conclusion of having to pay for parking should have been brought to a vote by the people that it affects most. The State Fair task force is a volunteer group of people. It was originally put together to come up with ways to make our neighborhood more safe and livable during the fair. How it all went to pay parking I am not sure. This feels like a big stretch. It certainly will not make our lives any easier or more safe. In fact it will hinder the people of Falcon Heights from being able to move about and have guests at our homes during the fair, and really complicate how to do the things we need and want to do during the duration of the fair. A parking pass is not enough. Parking passes for other reasons needed will not work well either. Bottom line is you can’t save a spot for those people with only one pass. Think of all of the scenarios there are and it just doesn’t work well. I don’t feel it should be making our lives harder or more complicated. I was very appreciative of the task force coming up with doubling fines and having a further set back from driveways and alley ways and intersections. It helped tremendously. I believe we can go even further with set backs from alleys and corners to no parking on north and south streets. Respectfully, Randi Tomlinson 1464 Iowa Ave. West Resident since 1991 [IMG_8174.jpg] -Randi 20250331145019,JANE SAVAGE savdanjane@comcast.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_185.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Thank you for the quick response. I hope that attending a council meeting will not be the only avenue for residents to express their opinions on this matter. Thanks for your consideration. Jane On 03/31/2025 10:22 AM CDT Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> wrote: Hi Jane, Thank you for reaching out with your questions on e-meter parking and surveying. The City has conducted an annual survey the past three years following the MN State Fair. The 2024 survey did not include e-meter questions as it wasn't an option at that time, but the results of the survey are what directed the State Fair Task Force to explore ways to improve traffic management, parking solutions and revenue for the costs the community incurs, as those items remained the top concerns surrounding the Fair. The results of the survey are available in the Task Force's October meeting packet here<https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddo cument/5418/638726292607130000>. We are hearing requests from residents that there needs to be more public engagement on the topic, so we will share these requests with the City Council and State Fair Task Force to see what type of data they'd like to gather to make next step decisions. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Falcon Heights, MN <falconheights@falconheights.org> Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2025 7:59 PM To: FH Mail <mail@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: *NEW SUBMISSION* Contact Us Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Contact Us Submission #: 3892471 IP Address: 107.2.102.163 Submission Date: 03/30/2025 7:59 Survey Time: 7 minutes, 42 seconds You have a new online form submission. Note: all answers displaying "*****" are marked as sensitive and must be viewed after your login. Name Jane Savage Address 1880 Simpson Street Daytime Phone 651-238-3242 Email Address savdanjane@comcast.net Message: To Jack Linehan: I would like to know why you did not survey the residents of the city before approving the ParkMobile initiative. I believe that a change of this magnitude, which puts a substantial burden on a large majority of the residents, warrants this. To rely on an infinitesimally small number of residents who have the time/energy/awareness and ability to appear at the council mtg seems wholly inadequate for a change of this importance. Will you do a survey and if not why not? Check all that apply I prefer to be contacted by email. I prefer to be contacted by phone. Thank you, Falcon Heights, MN ________________________________ This is an automated message generated by Granicus. Please do not reply directly to this email. 20250401104716,League of Minnesota Cities newsroundup@lmc.org,elke.vanderwerff@falconheights.org_187.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/fe-images/CM-cobranded-logo.png] You're always on it with Critical Mention. LMC City News Roundup for 4-1-25 From League of Minnesota Cities (newsroundup@lmc.org) View Full Report<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPorQFvo2nn3dr4pIQRJVcHF68DBOwXIPrZ-2BfbALoA6t19rwkMumuJc3G4hurLEsELmRliu9K7et9nkliIzHiYiRA-2FAlbU8b7-2FQB0z- 2Bj4Jl4Otw_r_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d 02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lOFjOEbSzfggpImPAaMuCY9AYfhu3ftpVUbHvOlH 7lMCo0gvm4pn3vFKPQp1LGD37TXCV0wNce2fqGJSAWQG8CZ6Ua3VrrbbRi2kH1YEkpkPtEWsWkNMc-2FfjNeYb96O8CnNz49mXLKwrl2V8iDjXHMA-2F3NNlPCJSwfzHf3iGlATI-3D> LMC City News Roundup for 4-1-25 Total Number of Clips 24 1 Mankato Police Department Responds to Missing Officer Facebook Post<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtszf9NuxsDhXZUS-2FJvxUCvwPudxqT pLspshyyO3wVqifNQpWLaVKPZPyRgNsEy1W6EEFJiX4qTLa6IbtCiimw-2Fan1px_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML5 6ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FN QvUMrUKR9fe4l9Ydr5jjvjAg4Yh7cE9SunaReWG-2BdJz7WUgj71GCUaDVb-2BBrOAab93LZCezcWBPG1iThVx0fN3kIVH6kO0SEAY3yaIHyCn4ayLU3DEqbPTCh83qrxsjg37Fe-2FfjJnveDS9MW5KT9hIZEKDBtA-2FsddsxiJOmiwX2tV4YkVqksdz-2Bk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/b65f12c2-169e-46c5-98a4-ec390acbf0de_1743522365946925.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 10:24 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Radio Mankato<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPq-2BPLDAxzl8-2BQTWcKiYizgVvXRo1JmZp0PVISsBFSBbyNnO6_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwg cLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwff OGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lupsgrbAJqzu8IKGZDb7t7ior8TVHydTgHDg-2FUfyTgHsQ5uWcyQEY3NPqxq6vXCC17vWHvQaorF3ciTb9x21Oyu-2FrHP1ZmkEHHu Rr4YV1ayEEyvzBpXMCKxmZ5OHlTm9c8A-2FxIRvkSlBkiYwvrurWd6LgUDnym7WVRDCAe7KTeu4-3D> Author Seth T Market Mankato, MN Language English The Mankato Police Department issued a response to a Facebook post claiming a Mankato Police officer was missing. In a post on their Facebook page : Important Message Regarding Viral Post We've received several messages and calls from concerned community members regarding a viral Facebook post claiming that a female police officer from Mankato is missing and that a Silver ... 2 Braham to host town hall in June<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsp0Wij29iRh4XirEBK72BtzlVDPi8MBxDZtc2WxNlQmXz4g4Wdp8U2aGweRjdwhG5 D0r-2FufBl337-2FoRPDiO63XP0E9_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo 9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lBLqiuKJ5QwSChiVOV7Nnc3 MV6W9bQKfUrHow1ojrHxXx5l1zjIf3NLiyO9xWXaDZooCj4HwPn8KE55eRb4Mm444D-2BP98RgsL-2Fhoq9G79pjf7aMFonzNC-2FCiBbGWntQsX-2BLxVmxFuPqKI-2FrciXNwu4xqSM23KHenRw5k3Uoooxpk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/2b160bd7-bead-4972-8e8e-1835da28c369_1743522365946997.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:33 AM CDT Category Digital News Source County News Review - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqrL4iaoHGr7aS2zqvSqGqKQXtmNdw8kXojmF35pS6H2A-3D-3Df a7Z_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAM Z0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lZkhFYTjEzFGqMyJbASrTONh-2FnYhd-2BEZTKzPKcC4my6aI yuLGSc0Rl9hkl0XxA0Dj9728CjjEIAWgA1tdS-2Bev8h4LtodmfPcXY0JK8p19-2Fetbn6WHxi-2B4kO2ypMPqPqwblOxBUHP55HZi2Ww-2BJsIGyzkjXbjZaDclksa2dOCz-2BpM-3D> Market Cambridge, MN Language English Braham will host a "State of the City" town hall meeting on Wednesday, June 18 starting at 6 p.m. at the Braham Event Center. Mayor Nate George and city council members will provide updates on news and events going on around the city, as well as an update on the city's finances. 3 St. Paul under a state of emergency - over trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttZ9E0-2BG26BTerIGTLvjKduq-2BaU-2BF-2F5 5b9CXpzsIxzjUlMqeRKiczzF-2FhdJ80qWPRD8BkuqGUg0UJ5oqTIs0odz-Z5M_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56A DYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQv UMrUKR9fe4lQ-2FpQ1R4SjmLpFxeG5M3w-2F-2Fx66hri-2BU7b3l-2BYvQRHKnJ-2FhYDeUt0bgwH6JoTWWmy8bCG1Jkkedc8tVLXWfbHRZIsBPEoV-2Boyi4w7klvl1azcL9occ96BEgja4-2BCnf91dJxUNFaeuYIuPwLQ-2BgiRniJDyjDS4PCVnGBEeIP2sUD0 A-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/08cfe28f-0842-4b04-a1c8-25e339ad01cb_1743522365947034.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:29 AM CDT Category Digital News Source WCCO News Talk 830<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPgvYh4lDwbR92N6kbeVzItP6Kphe489PSs2lxUy77xuPKGp0_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQw gcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwf fOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lSSZG2PzFV39OrHye2EZAySQi74QRu6yBKao4LDdX3Gu5ddzWnCaHDA1HOj2Zis9rM1fIi8-2BY91UZRtXd-2FLmQ8qQwR-2FrmZoH iH5zUj8hkhV-2FFM-2BFyLFxW-2BBXIBr7tsX1XzxFfo9VGgZIGHnpj8q-2B8U4u-2BfBIgTctRAsm99COvnlY-3D> Author Susie Jones Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of St. Paul is under a local state of emergency. It's not a natural disaster - but it could have been just as disruptive. It's all about garbage collection. St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter declared a three-day emergency to make sure that the city's new garbage collector, FCC Environmental, is able to provide service. The company purchased a site at 560 Randolph to maintain and fuel its roughly 30-truck fleet. But neighbors appealed to the City Council to keep the ... company from expanding the parking lot. The council upheld that appeal, leading to this point where FCC Environmental says they don't have the infrastructure to serve the city. "State law and common sense dictate that failure to pick up the trash would be unacceptable," Mayor Carter says about the state of emergency. Carter's declaration temporarily overrules the council, suspending zoning regulations to allow the company to begin using the site for garbage collection. "It temporarily adjusts regulatory and zoning requirements so that routes can launch and garbage ... 4 Blaine frees up fire inspections for food trucks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuhoMtQVJrvlZsBTW7UYNsBRTW5djwVifKZOf-2F6jw3-2F-2B khGTVhTIEx0GG74I1-2BMNqeKLDZCtVL8uessg90LJgA0NEmg_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FF WA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lIq EBl70XgFzrWpzV896kVZ8jRscNg2RlrMthIb3kzZqTQ1EV004mbVQTwduaBmHYtw4mNidB3yJ1jR6ag0oECjvejRJDas7f6noWTqef0RuilAzCHnjxTFzm8J60iL-2F98Gt2ZVZ96g6nb6I8mRrQ1B6X6qpcBEwTCn9CT7pOE9A-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/f8e47012-a018-42f7-80b4-824096234e3c_1743522365947073.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CJJMw_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqw ffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4llwR9-2FK-2FWPgtihM76OF34BL7zpsXYGrl1Zex-2BwwNrb8KapOzHRvpJJvnAkcJEgfq8kG7Aq9VD0MWELdZ9dMQ-2Fqci0TocO d5mzR10fwJfcPdHI12uSM7Nnm7rHgMD0Mv6iELgJ3Il15L0LUnnZyqwZK539pmnuAaBOsnQjQBbZAvw-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council, at its March 17 meeting, approved an ordinance amendment regarding mobile food trucks, special events and public locations. The vote was 5-0, with Mayor Tim Sanders and Council Member Leslie Larson absent. City Clerk Cathy Sorensen explained that the move was to create a licensing program and ... 5 Blaine frees up fire inspections for food trucks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuhoMtQVJrvlZsBTW7UYNsBRTW5djwVifKZOf-2F6jw3-2F-2B khGTVhTIEx0GG74I1-2BMNqeKLDZCtVL8uessg90LJgA0_sun_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FF WA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lMQ HX0Vv9ORREvGQbUFriad3BQKfPOZU51nolyKq4hqNsUvrDn2pyudfTzs1PCf8hQWlq3nZpHYBMeAmSc-2FU2RiSXhHEvuGpxYTMi4UGxMTFc0hqF7oDUwVBX-2FbNybzlLZVqHUlnqG-2Ff-2F35xnxq0E2s411bP1-2F3IMqxN2WzLoYnw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/768ca5f4-e4c1-4aea-810f-12b07bb03182_1743522365947110.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CskX6_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQ wgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqw ffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lkn9xaAwhB69mqSdg1KpVZDYk-2F6X36EVidAb25sMeUu8sF-2FaHxdqB0B8qStqp1r0NKFyC0mpFgCRwXkEOCRGbnBH-2FItZZRU YLGzmpTvLp-2FIIQ75mNAVePnXdmaNIA0gvOekE88FpemS-2BSs1-2B0QFfPcESnPHpwFCgC41e-2FfvuShrw-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council, at its March 17 meeting, approved an ordinance amendment regarding mobile food trucks, special events and public locations. The vote was 5-0, with Mayor Tim Sanders and Council Member Leslie Larson absent. City Clerk Cathy Sorensen explained that the move was to create a licensing program and ... 6 Green and yellow fire trucks? Olmsted County Reptile Unit? It's April 1st<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttYVXNeI8OQvi6u44NBlaPWrv R6yhqkJFgTuVh0nOxri9fFVAN97tAnAIToThi0G8lCy-2FhdEpZO5P2QOQc1LOeJiBE0_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BP YML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8 -2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4l9jl2RdI9-2FKSRndek1M-2BgWGpX7z67LTMQH3pj2B6egjfXTbsz31dtpVVOgxfsDeSRnF9jN33q3NiIjaKsIWpQQV0ipfXLGMFuMWHkeIphRuZf0XZkQRroK0FUJst8ri1Y5JbX9xxMTA8YTQbwkU8uetJSgOuaCgeSrsbkdtbKoxA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/63743720-a26b-4995-bc1f-3720fd30a4ad_1743522365947174.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa05a0E_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2 B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2 FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lu7FG7d1lNDvLAZwyNPV2I3MD9SvIq6GmscUxNmX2EazIbv-2BKiq8hk4eyFngoMDrPBzXZfaWTGr7Vl1T7kiXBoTmv-2 BjtthcDkgGT86tpefMf7qUT2B-2BaPG0t5TGNE7nrbvGObvJOE5Us27dwHmu-2Bdf-2BX29ovvwh8-2BKpyOFSDoeJM-3D> Author Andrew Link Today at 8:14 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... to the north are beefing up their fleet. The Zumbrota Police Department is trading in their squad cars for a shiny red fire truck. "The Zumbrota Police Department is excited to announce the purchase of its first fire engine! As most locals know, Officer Curtis has long proclaimed that he is a fire fighter and Sergeant Pasquale knows how to wield a fire extinguisher. Heck, Officer Cameron even attended the Zumbrota Fire Department's training on vehicle extrications recently. Taking all of this into consideration, we felt it was best to sell off some of our squad cars to make this purchase. Sorry ... 7 Michael Wojcik: 4 new options for the city's $65 million recreation fund<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttEsqbBBpJ9Nva8PxWsi-2FrpB CIetUwSGFrcz5jcpCB-2Fvah7qTBFydJy7hlU3fy02yUrfRWMWvU-2BBSY9G-2F-2BDBwTrUft0_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7 mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VL NIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lHvIPIDb81VmaHmW-2FOx8oOpTgbrRb0UCA1XuvlNaoNOjvoIL7iUSPywUC67fKQVy5OHZ4-2BzIA02LHNmbpNZHFw-2FnrSGEhszFh0lrfd7cfrQzTyFzP2v9NH04Qv1Y4lvfI1Istfze5di8KBEySTp56NfMWWZ7K-2BINJzybwdj1 G-2Fj4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/69989867-b66e-4f28-92fa-47bd5d0412a5_1743522365947244.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 7:11 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa07M_N_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2 B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2 FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lPPY-2FTwuCsnBQn6ehYM0KOWUEmHTU4jW1MGEElw2hWAWhSrHJUPPAEO-2FyhniGO4rqn-2BrN60WxYuH-2FFLc4Zz76 SmRcDsGDf2GiAsw7FcLosa0CwVCT-2B0xu-2BGfBbKLTFOTqPRj4FLBEC-2F-2F0dUbbhrmgt-2FS76bAPWvylTMnTNkuaC0Y-3D> Author Michael Wojcik Today at 7:00 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... managers might be looking to moonlight on a Rochester Regional Sports Complex. The current uninspiring design is about 200% over budget, is planned for in an inaccessible location, and has foregone some of the key features that were used to sell it to the Rochester public. At this point, the city council should put a pause on this project and figure out what is the best strategy going forward. We should not be surprised that this project has spiraled out of control — at the time it was added to the package of projects, the concept was half-baked at best. It's worth noting that Mayor Kim Norton saw ... is still a lot of money. It is possible that the pot of money along with partnerships could build all four projects suggested above — with money left over, and a roof, unlike the Metrodome's, that doesn't collapse under snow load. Michael Wojcik, of Rochester, represented Ward 2 on the Rochester City Council from 2009 to 2021. He is now executive director of the nonprofit Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, also known as BikeMN. 8 Pitch to raise state aid to Rochester likely on hold<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsGQhNkE64ZIdz8LWRgTc-2BxI0dfJhEUBdlctMii7M29F pxh9LJPRD2R9FNKDFximTCsDBoyfDPqobEPBwXW2eGGr23u_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA -2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lS7Bu erI-2BtEKWNbKBRquu0v-2FcqoeHmjpCZ1Wk1bJViqm6xoUCKM48A3RwX5HtCoZ8z9DcMSO9ndz15T1684QVyDTp7OcN-2Br8DpeClgtlASAqBMDnB5EkS7-2F-2Fi9iG0V41fNBuYi5Rg0R21n4VCHrP0snr9Ne6M1FXRZfuFA-2BZlmv8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ba73f0ef-8bb6-4a3d-af3d-2bb0574c9dbe_1743522365947298.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 6:47 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa08JGi_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2 B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2 FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lPuegnR281SWRWm1HG51Z7SB4HthjFtEbjwGn5mrwuE7Zi6LDVHEVBgaYkVGsPc4zCX-2BMzHokDW8-2B5TmwmK-2Fy8Z R5DhpioKyW-2BF4Z4d7YA8TouC651r70yFDtSs7Zm8DVmKbAE3TJYKciHfoyfNFzgamjQG3hpD1s9I-2B4ngE4ggM-3D> Author Randy Petersen Today at 6:45 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... or older. Rochester's continued growth, housing construction and large workforce indicate an ability to generate funds within its borders at a higher rate than the other first-class cities, based on the formulas. "The formula is designed for cities that are declining, and we are not," Rochester City Council member Norman Wahl pointed out during a 2024 council discussion of LGA and its impact. Rochester City Administrator Alison Zelms said the city faces an added disadvantage compared to Minneapolis and St. Paul when it comes to providing services expected in a major city. "In some of the larger ... box," he said. While Smith and Sen. Liz Boldon, DFL-Rochester, who submitted Senate versions of the bills, said they are unlikely to get hearings this year, following the lack of hearings on similar proposals last year, both voiced support for continuing to raise awareness of the need. Rochester City Council President Randy Schubring said he appreciates the effort to raise awareness as the city continues to look for other funding sources to cover growing needs, some of which could come from the state. "LGA is one potential solution, but we still have to go to the Legislature and tell the Rochester ... 9 Minutes Emergency Meeting of the Hoyt<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtscHOspZikgYO0cB5hM2NWkxeTxGfJ9SMK-2FO9Qzi-2Bh-2FYnjWFk8LWCUL 9EVQOi3F4pnVOfuKerGPzmjFGHY9jJmWlvWG_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcb Ypiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lI6X2Mn9zPSHFxSh 586KJ1qjPRW-2BkJeSQkKYPPTGBQ2h2-2B7VnElY68I-2B2RleHDHJUJiP4hzDFfPfdep-2Fdh-2Blp3oH15zUpjocGHJfLHkMvJxib-2FB60FtXfzLyQkY7mmd1t1Y8oFkox8EvHldxnThXHGJYwCArIXlpGzrAq6ixocaU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6145057c-617b-49d5-b8ea-3c1ed393c01f_1743522365947341.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 5:06 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mesabi Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpgBVnr4y3Rfvw9TFA2f-2Bescb8AznYf2Wb8TvcVPaLgjZVeX_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgc LgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffO GImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lsFTmkFyjl0O-2BnrXp9fpssUKpfDlImAJBryNp0w6gyCZj8PcEakQvehjfUMCihQLRHHYrQGVvSxKHLBIr15RnksRZRm0NlVYiOsHd1 6gpjLokJtcl7rYIl3XJhn9ejnA6DNB-2FriWhDHAr1320P40RySsNykmd85ep9rK1oVhKbnM-3D> Market Virginia, MN Language English ... Mathison ALSO PRESENT: EMS Director Melanie Olmstead, City Attorney Joel Lewicki by phone, and Deputy Clerk Tammy Snetsinger. Special Meeting was called to order by Mayor Scott at 5:30 p.m. Discussion was held in regards to financial signatory needs following the resignation of the Interim City Administrator. Moved by Jarvela and supported by Eckman to adopt Resolution 2025-007 Authorizing the Appointment of an Interim Financial Signatory. Motion carried unanimously. ADJORNMENT Moved by Grams and supported by Eckman to adjourn the emergency meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 5:54 ... 10 MPD still working through monitor’s first year goals to speed up complaint backlog, finalize policies<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7D fIUNtuvYKYfFRp4acjC1JQZ94Xj4zswc-2BS7waTUyLLNt49Hwh1Uq9uo-2FL3w93hWU5C3rkurvJkF7LnFN8NxyiAP5YLeRqXB_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wY om93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY 6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lU02ME2b9y-2BnA-2Ba255LPLTNiJZo-2BHzjUWNvJo7KhfbtDZUDuXldoonq1etM310rPz7-2F1Q6y7goh448MDJtPw4limyJR3xVG5IMFmkzsAUR9RtW4kg-2F7FqHw3jTzfPmQJAvy9TVYjad0HVz z6QcsgStTPcmrT0acNb7iHBxOhmNVg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/4aa8bb8c-deed-4150-bb68-08b103aee23c_1743522365947385.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 4:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3DMOOv_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqf eL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2B IOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4ljcbHrKjYvlWLEoAWXIE5sQXO1soIaNjPiynWHrLpX0DVD7zz-2FWqGFu4Rf1krf3QJIYqKjg44XsBfp4DTrDSllFaBefcXDe9D5RCY-2Fm5uleeW- 2FCs9W0t-2BdjkPpZpcR6GJSYiYqlP-2Bn9f6m4vMv4420TQXFrFicQmwBVNdKrtlpoA-3D> Author Cari Spencer Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... get a gun pointed at them, it's utterly frightening," Gross said. "It's an example of the disconnect between the police and their day-to-day existence and what the community feels about it." Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara answers questions during a press conference after the Minneapolis City Council voted 8 to 4 to approve the new police contract on July 18, 2024. Ben Hovland | MPR News At a February update with city officials, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara said one of the most significant lifts this year had been work on "dozens and dozens" of policies, including marathon sessions ... 11 Yard Wast Site open for allowed use<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttBK8YCv2F7uJPBIkI-2F-2B34n8UJom7MAhSpn6d8iZ0cd4tTaUIOPf4oP-2F Q6qukZWbUkANdIqSox78e2l4hde8mWy7mNQ_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbY piuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lfswm0ocVINpkpnEU Bbo2a1EA2z5Gp-2FEV-2FRgbgoFqCYfxUEKmk4EWdDkHlsVII1AATEJUjFFC8tkWHl7ZLlNlw0vZRRmUQ11r4xgh20Mn-2FxvdY0NTGt-2FNICALivwcbfxNDIn4O-2BPaMZ0OQQH8JLEFa-2FHo1IBVUf4H0sgphIQscKk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 1:09 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fairmont Sentinel<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLNRbQ6mHxSL0N0UftXr2sdPgmLl04YtO7g1-2Bha6cm5Gy-nmn_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzqu uQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZum qwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lW9nDi62CXVE7o-2FK44rC624z2fExe8e-2B-2BA2UT8dt5TKhEn4AmB2LxxHydf5fOQDlZ2U6PvaHGU35jokWLma8uffHEwa10 75J0NcPqDu22DVS2hfVDdZu0-2BoL8Hh5pC8K-2BWGVI0V6JREH1xEH4yx2tK1vetNM3W0cVUNPSFGYCZx8-3D> Market Kiester, MN Language English ... s not the contractors that are the problem where stumps are concerned, but those who engage in illegal dumping. "It gets abused but hopefully people are abiding by the rules so we can keep it open," Lardy said. Right now the site is open 24 hours a day though in a recent work session the Fairmont City Council did talk about the possibility of limiting hours to help prevent illegal dumping. "Again it's for city of Fairmont utility customers only. Anyone that's from outside of that is dumping illegally," Lardy said. Anyone who wants more information on the Yard Waste Recycling Site can find it at ... 12 Minneapolis City Council bans rent algorithms<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttseJv3fOTuQ2lPWY8Z62-2FaV7DHb2v8Dl8n9F6pkvoukgkhZ1g DL2gJtWq39whvwMy7SmpK3m4yRCbOhBojKzblTmkI_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2 BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lJwglROUFey xCMVI6VzskTZflzgTViEG0iIcVVEnTfGAAIdXiFro-2Bn3UBuDpJo2ocFtE-2FhwJ8v2o0FzxGDiDsBe1hfVD-2BbN4oVOI7h3RSRvPVFdUPSrJ1VGEkVanW6cHj5AGHsDs-2FZv79SuKeEZH5vhJN9C1bCtunT4nq-2Fx9Ls3k-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/55a022ad-ce61-45d2-8bde-bd5209ffd613_1743522365947463.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 12:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3DtqL__6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2Bamza Y6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRr pxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lHgucQeLYNYo-2BCURkcAHcCX75EL4WeFUVQQRYKt638JhbsZqY54EoM3kOHM-2FBmVm6LgtmrgN4EwSlDaChOhFRNKLCC9xCXQuR5Nahc-2Fcuev-2BgfSjZ8A mnPR-2FtF4Ox4CfDvhdge9uH3Vk-2BBWXqmiaGTTjLMoBDVr1xSev4nkc69Nc-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The Minneapolis City Council voted to ban rent algorithms in Minneapolis on Thursday, making it the fourth U.S. city to ban them. Minneapolis City Council members held a press conference Thursday after successfully banning rent algorithms like the ones used at RealPage. Rent algorithms are algorithms using different landlord pricing information like the characteristics of the building and tenants' personal information to make the rent rates for the ... , destructive practices that landlords like Raystar use, that essentially create housing instability for so many of our residents," Wonsley said. "Rent algorithm software and have no place in a city that champions having an equitable and affordable housing market, especially for our renters." City Council Member Jeremiah Ellison (Ward 5) said the rental ban is to make sure that consumers and renters feel protected from unfair landlord practices. "I think that landlords should be figuring out what they need in terms of rent from their renters in order to provide dignified, adequate service. That's ... 13 Falcon Heights considers charging for Minnesota State Fair parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtv7D9Pj7oQnAnZGRmkDQVBP5oihKXDa KytVOwiAxTXs0-2FaGn26dEXAOCE-2Fz6JomZyZ8MzQ4LuLKLSZFwXRof1v9gFXH_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML5 6ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FN QvUMrUKR9fe4lgbBlbznN3g7Zmjq92v58LJD-2Bq7F-2FxDJtBiO7BKPqVsHfhSZs7XT6EzHBT7d868Sh51naPSelQW-2BHSIRegGASmfUPpcgdzRu4oq1NKf5Ln1oxhMtf-2B9gLD9zJyJsykKWb5sIJbYCbioOoBBZdYanACHA9UbLo17DhIGTQk0zyaCI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/media.cm.com/outlets/40024.jpg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 11:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSY_hyR_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOG ImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lEZWuVqFSCbAvVZZw-2B3jD0L2SmwOMbAmcwXNsk3Y6dnyNGFI8UulIAa5HtYWX4EeYjRqL71e-2B-2BINTl5CRM-2B-2F79Eq-2BWVwL 7E-2BkX6lNCKP1hAYwj9ItGu9dRjYmxVQAnxLXcrlHORvsB1tHD4WWCjahfu8VpODbAGVjKQcgMVGwGtU-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... support the idea, others are concerned about the potential costs and impacts. "Cars start parking up this way, starting probably around 6:30 a.m., all the way up to Hamline," said Fawks Char, who lives in Falcon Heights. "It's very busy." To address this growing issue, the Falcon Heights City Council is considering charging for parking on certain streets using electronic meters through ParkMobile. The city's State Fair Task Force said that in 2024, they came to the realization that the State Fair's support is very limited, and the city needs a new source of revenue to manage the influx of ... 14 All-way stop installation planned next week at Oxford Street, Crailsheim Road<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsUdNJMjlk4HJuLAGF-2 BEJvMxbbGjvr7-2Fa1Wio1XtQr0aAspjziWoNy90k5v5G4hABbIjk1CJYPDQppmsHj249iJd6ue_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7 mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VL NIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lfkj4GxyT3yErU1U2A-2BncllKwslJYU9K9jDBOKnHVP2BhKIZA2oB5Z43IC-2BDsq55FQIbyXtuMLX6uY8jU5Wgwsdz7H3JoB0Dvw-2FwnU0D2Lotudrg5NGDxn0dfTMd-2BgdvDLaIancgu7diNZgUz6XlReHkHVxL-2B47iBvBJQQ 4TDT1M-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8ab45d18-8c6d-4b93-967d-83a0657fd105_1743522365947528.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Worthington Daily Globe<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsZhmOzBmJfbkbgwd7XFqLA-3D0G0c_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfe L-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BI OrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lnsUwVglsBde-2BsgMnAzrbjJObX1NFDINgoXOlTTKXXcouy-2Bs9FtVYnDPIgTNCDpnO7cO56RnSe6W2GJFoemmHgUABXfaq8wF0Xi1EMN5CjzDigo -2B4-2FLDzV8-2BwsJT07KIsiKnqYm1WzS71SpB2B96DC6KODeUaGsry-2BsSXfDD9lA8-3D> Market Worthington, MN Language English ... set to take place later in the year. Contributed/Aaron Holmbeck Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project WORTHINGTON — Nobles County Public Works will install an all-way stop control at the intersection of Nobles County State Aid Highway 35 (West Oxford Street) and Crailsheim Road next week, depending on weather conditions. The work will include adding two stop signs on West Oxford Street, one each for eastbound and westbound traffic. The ... 15 Artists hope new exhibit at art gallery near George Floyd Square draws visitors<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtua5qgihhHHBukcH6x 2Vid6GxWjRfkdJ66v6zowmJEqVLRj2ZZrXOBZAgWEesvLpLgO9NYigJak4Gk-2F4yrzWf4ssEhC_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7 mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VL NIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lVJUM5ox7jLnrl629W2aUYLLrT-2B7moCBT10dzUEsQaYfHtC9C7YyIUawjYcBQxqQh69z21hmfh4MAHMjTr-2Fxkkq42BaoaFLoqjk-2FuGsbzctAIR8XbqBHk-2F-2F7G7wzOcY943S5YxCHpMD62HTa0-2FU1esH6nwbM7FhcXvdD -2F-2Bj2SnXU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/18acbd5e-b240-4db7-be8e-83691c0c45a5_1743522365947568.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:56 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DMUwS_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH- 2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZ UBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lgkBgZukQ8xxLahI1FmQ-2BfoWFOYQWwuheGjOiVqNMOAnVp37JMKinSVU25DAq-2BdAnFUo6HyLnReSw6rVik7xEgBbT6AVAYkh3S9ULGwtZOg54Ux0YxaHc0j-2BHaw 0mBWkr-2Fyip-2BfEb8Yh5VERiNn8Xk9R9F7qlmJV1c22Fg2CuJLE-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... ," Rice said. It's a full circle moment – an art gallery blocks from where they grew up, feet from the heart of George Floyd Square, something not lost on the artists. "This space has been such a center for tragedy, but we hope now that we can reimagine futures," CRICE said. Mayor Jacob Frey and city council members are at odds over what the next phase of George Floyd Square should look like. Rice says he's confident their gallery will succeed and act as a magnet to draw in local artists and visitors. "More confident in the fact that I know gallery business can work," Rice said. The current exhibit ... 16 St. Paul mayor declares state of emergency for trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttvHeHMVjX7S4ckb82w3rDsal6ZuAGeVPA ixHHdRV9P1IcQMgsxtI890MsIVZ46qR3O-2BANJumUJpU7wvSb939pCsIDj_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYi lIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMr UKR9fe4ljpu5nYguxev0NiPkLkwPYLP8I-2B2onBYj9-2Fk3M-2FGICOZbsWszvHmEaagNRynqjcl62L8nniiKqaVe5r3R3PTIQMf7Ya0bpvwnkFY-2Fa6mEil79jRLdN62v0n-2FiMxgcaf2e6-2FtuQZNX8g3khAruEraihra00sjyO-2BzBoycvx2bNVgM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/1170f826-b772-4d65-90aa-7d85c0ea7b76_1743522365947612.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3DiBwP_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqf eL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2B IOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lQMSmTnSDUzYLCRrnSKSorVZHOHo4-2FcdudGPBsctZpiVQ49Tu5JVSJ6BL9th-2FvmNQqBkF1rJpAalLLyHVmjkPjSaioL6p6PmNDtC71y6oAZr-2 FXk9XlibRN4PcfyuXhc97Ll0D3HG7yV1RROud9tmEmXcIMDY3JUbI9-2B5oe9A40UM-3D> Author Mark Zdechlik Market Saint Paul, MN Language English St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter declared a state of emergency to ensure trash collection will continue uninterrupted. FCC Environmental Services will start collecting trash for the majority of St. Paul residential households this week. Carter's declaration temporarily suspends zoning regulations to allow trash ... 17 St. Paul mayor declares state of emergency on trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtta5VO96K-2FraMXPbLZ-2B2Q5O0h9x3FDx ckPuhnCkik8mkxC3CZCqoo-2BSEfd7vcU5UrF9-2BCsDEgKvmZOw9iw4sBXvBm22_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML5 6ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FN QvUMrUKR9fe4lh9aowU8XRsCa5VCkpmRXsh-2BvkncaoVX3Cn9bWNPCskl4YiE6-2BmvNtuZck95GXQRSleB6PN-2Faa6e1tCDujwK1UQ2bE9JGRqdD-2BtL-2FyCgwUnF-2BGnnKe6JCLTRAUdPN3iJZL-2BcAxEfohFQAKlwQTGlYt87fyfX3BIJRBqvW6pEcypM- 3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5f2d4163-6437-4665-9091-ac5e9fdd1671_1743522365947639.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 5:47 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0ViHA_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQw gcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwf fOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lJYm3b8CQetoEHL-2F3mQ3ZKfeWXOtvFuKfqIMVkweVytxNF3BCXWT1YyaNddXX0gfADN4OhANADnxsvVTyL-2FmqEXbb3DcyAoGx4 0tyugVQ0Q4WLd-2B79X3GE2kAOF95atEpJsdKaholcXNyRQHq-2FypKj1MDBfrly7DLlsEmRA7dN-2BQ-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English With the goal of launching citywide trash collection from a former Randolph Avenue tow lot, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has declared a state of local emergency to take effect Tuesday morning. It will allow the city to temporarily suspend zoning regulations at the site and allow trash-hauling partner FCC Environmental to immediately commence service for more than 60,000 residential accounts. Carter ... another 90 days when the council convenes Wednesday, which will grant the city additional time to work through zoning challenges the council previously supported. Trash collection is "a basic public service that impacts the health and safety of every single person in our community," said the mayor, who addressed reporters from a St. Paul Public Works facility in the North End on Monday. "State law and commonsense dictate that failure to pick up the trash would be unacceptable." The Randolph Avenue site is crucial to launch trash collection operations, according to the ... mayor's staff. Finding another site in the city — with the right zoning and size — is more difficult than many assume, they said. Trash collection How Wednesday's council vote on the extension will go is anyone's guess. At FCC Environmental's request, city staff and the city Planning Commission ... West Seventh/Fort Road Federation against that zoning clarification, effectively freezing FCC Environmental's trash operations out of the site. Since then, council members have been deluged with calls and letters from the public, demanding to know if their trash collection was in jeopardy, as the mayor and Public Works officials have suggested. Carter was joined Monday by Council Members Anika Bowie and Cheniqua Johnson, who called garbage collection an essential service that trumps zoning concerns, at least in the short term. A council decision revisited The council members also noted that ... a Public Works yard, which is allowed under light industrial or I-1 zoning? Following the lead of Council President Rebecca Noecker, who represents the neighborhood, the five council members voted to support the appeal on March 19. Johnson was absent at the time and the Ward 4 seat is vacant. The mayor joined St. Paul Department of Safety and Inspections Director Angie Wiese on Monday in emphasizing that garbage collection meets the definition of "Public Works" under state law, an allowable use under the city's "I-1" zoning. Bowie on Monday said that neighborhood concerns about the volume of ... 18 ICE arrests second student in Minnesota, this time at MSU Mankato<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsRKmF44Dhxn6-2BTVf96DK-2Fr9PjkF XmbzVw9PbBPfH8bod7Y6s0FC-2Fxs4c5P-2Bpj-2FnEFzaY0LvDPKFT-2FEHUTUJiTc9NQm_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG- 2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbA rE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lSL3Bzt61fTNz1ZoHyDqiUz7dH5CmRyfQErLAOB9tL03eJybW1pLpw0uvCenFjzLsdM0qh3F2Cm0HAOrzqe8Rg9fQC824ALbKbjelu24FKZqb-2Bh48mu396yMhSJqQdxEvLXOWf5LimgpfY3MfKN-2BIIJxspRkLaqHAnQoFIXE298A-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6877933f-75a0-46c9-984e-ac09ab3a3d8c_1743522365947668.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 5:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Sahan Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjYMKN1HZAx-2FXaNmr1UtP51MVw6KNVatGlbgBgEdOagLkda_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcL gwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOG ImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lLNZOn8BLmidMTa-2BVU8f8r11RHhQp5QS546s8LSYjUE3b0W-2BzNhn2Iy5dmdGVJKD8A73PZpOHspynKGMw1wH7IhJYbq-2Bv-2F1iu jm-2FgVd6On1sG0c66Gzaaj7puxusxYoM9TP13oWXSOHHLtIVZO6vkEe2uXYAPdCSMFGuPP2EqVdY-3D> Author Becky Z. Dernbach Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... support to the Carlson student. The university declined to share more information about their identity or the incident, citing the student's request for privacy. MSU-Mankato said that ICE had provided no information about the Mankato student's detention. Fateh, who is also running for Minneapolis mayor, said he was trying to connect the Mankato student with legal representation. Demonstrators gather near the U of M's Northrup Auditorium on March 31, 2025, to protest ICE's arrest of an international student. Credit: Aaron Nesheim | Sahan Journal ICE did not respond to Sahan Journal requests for ... 19 St. Paul to declare state of emergency to resolve trash 'crisis'<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvDKwKR0Voi1traMh8yw4l19iHLLFtGYN H0Eb6A61-2F7sCMFADOHiBRfjEYCX-2BDVkXRI2RMoAblVXsTI2KOf1wkF1Il0_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56A DYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQv UMrUKR9fe4l87OSrhVwZpMSChgkNdSe0gTNYA67ZTKlNRCAETs3bBXc-2BFqsedLwJwNC7o-2FgO6OQM9XYqolCdXSmOe23oiCxBgMBNQo21p7bdT8xjMjCwwizjNZFoDczZoXMg6eRUfLywDk8-2B19czTEFs3iZ3RWx5pbFwKwhuxDI1bFX1KohCkk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8ddc0a21-3619-467b-80df-c230b59eb5da_1743522365947702.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2F6jH5_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo- 2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb- 2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lctNdm6pq-2BgCJLOJXicsSWr4pDYjT9Oq1iGYj4NEN68ZspFLsyBAsiJwWWQ-2FA5wsW3P47ool6rXTpnIsA-2BHl0g 2m-2FLKy3BtOFpJuMlQYkGvVGJTIQ3-2BHYsK5-2FIAtB-2F1FD1YOo4Mj-2F8izMl4T-2BGbCI1i-2FImnD9r8PQMXTbtv3n5JU-3D> Author Josie Albertson-Grove Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... with small haulers. But a zoning vote from the City Council raised big questions about where the new hauler would base its operations. Carter raised the possibility that there would not be trash collection on April 1, and called the situation a crisis. "We will ensure that there's trash pickup," Public Works Director Sean Kershaw said on Monday. FCC Environmental, a Spanish garbage and recycling company, won the city's garbage business in 2024, and bought a property at 560 Randolph Ave., to use as a central dispatch yard. The site now holds a parking lot and a small office, but eventually the company ... 20 ML considers city hall improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu-2FmS43d1DUsMkGgfjan7KSh-2FVFqZk94-2FfjQlh8O5nDbo-2BzC4A4-2F Ud85eBhYwGSBvxID2lyQw5FiR7IG99Qx6A7Jzek_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BT RcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lDDcP4GW2liex nqdJw0XJwSnSsIyZ9zjfLskHxpt3UDxfKkbwZJXmjntqysvdOoJEWnzUbODfgh2bhuItYA0YKyTskH3PdRS3ZXLfEp00SWiqTGxesEasl1DVwhCkuKLJs4DiNYHtZvewgeEV-2BMnDLl1khHnK6rIQaYpsmVNdjVo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d327b083-b04b-42d1-a227-b72777f61cbe_1743522365947728.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 3:41 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Windom Citizen Online<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlmS9REEtMP-2Bnw9p-2BL5-2BbUY-3Dfiga_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaem qqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK -2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lxuwBupFaTVae1Y76NM-2Bc-2FKvCpG4N0G4gLhf-2BsBlA-2BVAjAqYUFJ0EK1fRmiHDznfQywLOO7IASoWCQXnszoGRAdLCqJU0IAPBXM11Es C82cW7JpK4Hw2UrMSCYh6AW1jRVMhnonj1GWoOujpHaoGZKlaP3TG1kdxTUXmYms1EvSs-3D> Market Windom, MN Language English Mt. Lake city council heard ideas of replacing furnace and air conditioning units at city hall at the latest council meeting. John Hall of Handy Heating and Cooling presented an estimate to the city council for replacing the furnaces and air conditioning units at city hall with cold climate heat pumps although no action was taken. After some discussion, council decided to seek one more estimate before making a decision. city administrator Michael Mueller will obtain a bid from St. James Electric, ... which will be presented at the April city council meeting. The furnace at city hall is 25 years old. 21 Park Rapids City Council OKs bidding specs for joint city-county project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuIeHLR3t7pf6uD0A303jMW42 1TAV9Rz-2BKS0NBvfbboUcHC3wsqBYx6HMl8eoMVxhRd5h6xiTuKwpxx96tdQ4ym05bV_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BP YML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8 -2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4ls65mbdDLAZyM0L2TcQJ56WxBmPtPKULdqxH-2FahKMGvjEJXMzBhGaptO7iuNRZj4paG3Jfw6jEIFkLisAyE5H8qzLYGoOmqZ-2FFbntgVKhiEsxVPGQroDCAHM8K1aHkP8ibhCqHhJaDUOzXxCrN0M8YFWSTA6xdSInOo1LQqlXlBM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/45acbb56-e7a1-413a-98e3-77de086b553d_1743522365947788.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 3:32 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Park Rapids Enterprise<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuf9vboPrLTO7c5oFDmAVEttnJ2NPWdIs2rgCXjCfX85zD2B_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZu mqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lXeoUF6F5jFR2c9V1p8J2UcQmXRyTs4z4wzhFmidB-2ByMA56Q8chTEk3Q37X0AkbLLvB5w-2FdTUd-2BVLQjo3mmQBOrKEn9Y 9Pa-2FH8vSFMKyBqwG0tDA0s27IT5Xf5PxUSioYfxeYrROUdJe3c-2FLWB9k7YLGPLIvcYC2NquwFAClY-2F58-3D> Author Robin Fish Today at 3:29 PM Market Park Rapids, MN Language English __ 22 Park Rapids City Council seeks grants for park improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvFMmuf3KM38-2Bpmu3F7oQW33WAHNN2mB-2FR NzNzWhwdBT8R6TJAmbDfKg-2FDN5NDhckER85AvzGyoux2lTzCIUKyySCgr_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYi lIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMr UKR9fe4lslCGYUEhEPnPwypOD4BRuHQckvsrBZ2iTzNpglyJaWzSU-2Bgm4ElrRUm35r4iIPw8WzZERrRkAnVmy1T9tnq8HDgS-2FFKcqiwocrejV84DK4-2FP5A-2FUbNUWPSWq8J3F7CVMRT70CjPZINoh6UJbhQwzR-2B0CVtmE0KK64lrCqvk4O6A-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8e926b4e-62a9-4705-aae8-6b01e534feac_1743522365947847.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 12:29 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Park Rapids Enterprise<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuf9vboPrLTO7c5oFDmAVEttnJ2NPWdIs2rgCXjCfX85pX8y_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9Rzq uuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZu mqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lDQwkmkUZEOaAEYj7V6L7SRqQpgbUjg5OZTDMVjm5bjdusFO292iFNfAhieS-2BKyPXSA5lAMCwNCRi-2Fqf9KHHDxzIGjQUol rs-2BwoMb5BT3wJ1S8jo1IFjLk5vTEoX5ajDQe3TvGlyCSoK38i4qMd8CbtgeUgYcMQD-2BtQMnjwH7RC0-3D> Author Robin Fish Today at 12:20 PM Market Park Rapids, MN Language English __ 23 Extended train stops in Vergas discussed by county, city and railroad officials<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5zhnIwjYGUJ66VPy 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Focus<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPklFk80YJs7nXD6hBljTrC2Nz7nAEEOj7B4QNgnaIAPZejKC_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwI aemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJ iKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lX5dSYIBo89dn0hi5VxOmjZW2mvTXLMNIN0rCeraIovabyGNB5a0mVxK7hHRYJCngwBc471lT2EKxmQE-2FbBeohI8XfYt5gdZMFjny7jcnD jfino8sUeKtcjXHEbaQwNfeCQU4RG-2FfxDcLdkjzDad5WMc73oceI64Bju8uF1-2Fa6Jw-3D> Market Perham, MN Language English ... met with officials from Otter Tail County, the city of Vergas and nearby townships on Wednesday, March 26, to discuss the ongoing delays at the railroad crossings at Main Street/Frazee Avenue. Otter Tail County Highway Engineer Krysten Foster convened the meeting, which was attended by Vergas Mayor Dwight Lundgren and Clerk Julie Lammers, CPKC Senior Manager of Community Affairs Andy Cummings and CPKC Minnesota District Superintendent Joey Reyes. Also in attendance were representatives from Hobart and Candor townships. Lundgren and township officials expressed frustration about the extended ... 24 Mayor Monday with Tom Berg, Mayor of Lonsdale 3-31-25<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsR2nD9-2F1VDj6EqHssiMZGnfRh27mun5AMwXOWHFNb ErCmc-2Bwpsjf3tDyATsxBOpcbzIIxtcSjtM25-2FhOJ45cFYC8wa_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwgcLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp -2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwffOGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe 4lm5PMb-2FdpHwisKgJduZ8Qr-2B0Pc3jhFgw93bJWIsTusJ01OuAhgctXoDQERyCZ2F-2FMwLRTGrcmX2-2FUAFJApFVj5ucm6K4RTYTsS2GrZj-2B9gGvQAL3m3tlCtR6oLWxNn8wNXIarkPTShw19z1tWvKxp9ZCP2ll-2BDSlLSKri2sP5iBM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/048246d9-61e7-40f1-9cf3-9e2e70f16819_1743522365947945.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 11:25 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Ingstad Media<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPutO-2BLwbHcTtmgfo6Whgc2DZrUP7nV9XAvZmOQcg-2Bi5w6RVR_6ATJWrJvEKwtTrdIudqO9jdIvdwPUe7KwsSHbo-2B9RzquuQwg cLgwIaemqqfeL-2BamzaY6rmH-2Bh0O00ipEQgSMb4pYJU8wYom93STJofx3VS40xP8fwC5Q7mrG-2BPYML56ADYilIFbPp-2FFWA-2Bw-2BTRcbYpiuefo9qxrY9gAVwu4-2F3d02wf9SbAMZ0dW3La7CsccmPE4K9kMEbbz-2FeLzzQ18JTxqxjnb-2FvoZumqwff OGImJiKK-2BIOrbWAXRrpxBSkZUBDCztsVGvjavyWgsvY6EtY6qD9MCG-2BCEUg4A9ai0f9VLNIbArE8-2FNQvUMrUKR9fe4lr77buBKeLE8wXva-2FH7eP48smL6dvdLmD8Sb6wtI-2BzsQ7J8IsnwxBcNVI3zohFiw943Qta-2BGBrcBCgegLRddXhfsdi0xfy7Lv Qn0XonyAJuLk4YCx9rUPHmKHd6T-2FPGwTb2kb3i4wfdi15aENjxYYoGk1BNUHnYc71fhUgtUfoGQ-3D> Market Hutchinson, MN Language English Lonsdale Mayor Tom Berg appeared on our Mayor Monday Conversation. He spoke of workshops he's been attending and city commissions he's been monitoring . He gave a listing of events coming up or events that he had attended. A public hearing on a new Chicken Ordinance is coming up April 21 and the Library will celebrate its birthday April 10 ... 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LMC City News Roundup for 4-1-25 From League of Minnesota Cities (newsroundup@lmc.org) View Full Report<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPorQFvo2nn3dr4pIQRJVcHF68DBOwXIPrZ-2BfbALoA6t19rwkMumuJc3G4hurLEsELmRliu9K7et9nkliIzHiYiRA-2FAlbU8b7-2FQB0z- 2Bj4Jl4O-AX8_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U- 2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0Zi8n28Wg3Z1QkuVzMx1yWUs-2Bf6opO82aJvoVykJ ht-2F9OuXGrZzoT89OyLGBugH2ccHnnrc2vcg7Q3iCUfy5h9VtlxmIkJWXNbRBTo0C5VcoFOVGr7fXsrfk6UDhy-2FHVCQnbP9SI9HGWGJ0kIO-2Fm8OV0yG1cdRTz5zXwpQ32to6A-3D> LMC City News Roundup for 4-1-25 Total Number of Clips 24 1 Mankato Police Department Responds to Missing Officer Facebook Post<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtszf9NuxsDhXZUS-2FJvxUCvwPudxqT pLspshyyO3wVqifNQpWLaVKPZPyRgNsEy1W6EEFJiX4qTLa6IbtCiimw-2Fa2BAq_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPU Bcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56s kQm-2Br7vs0NXgOTPqizsFyEWMb6EwV2RjQYWwjDM62x-2Bwn-2FLe-2FyP3pDoij37FCUTsLBMDRnItkLdFD8TG8qhfQ76rovgjbkeg4d3WexhsBQzBrydo3r6yShiLjhfvrXtXNksohNKoqdK1JKanyUiHs71gVNM3q7UfKSpFXRHIAh6g9JJmGv-2Bg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/b65f12c2-169e-46c5-98a4-ec390acbf0de_1743522365946925.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 10:24 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Radio Mankato<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPq-2BPLDAxzl8-2BQTWcKiYizgVvXRo1JmZp0PVISsBFSBbyBKA6_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6 -2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhb p-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs06kyXaKAqYqIbrtpZ7pq38nsEfZCsXMNRbk2SOyCEUnSblcbJpNXVgG4pzEVoqJKZkOyvTN6r8L2WhMZOiza8KB6NYwtqo5uG-2B5bO0R TycRaMeSB404x-2BxGA3LT32AGfcIo8Q6OyosBshV0v3a-2B1-2Fs3daur6V-2BM0jPTbzuB8Wsug-3D> Author Seth T Market Mankato, MN Language English The Mankato Police Department issued a response to a Facebook post claiming a Mankato Police officer was missing. In a post on their Facebook page : Important Message Regarding Viral Post We've received several messages and calls from concerned community members regarding a viral Facebook post claiming that a female police officer from Mankato is missing and that a Silver ... 2 Braham to host town hall in June<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsp0Wij29iRh4XirEBK72BtzlVDPi8MBxDZtc2WxNlQmXz4g4Wdp8U2aGweRjdwhG5 D0r-2FufBl337-2FoRPDiO63XqYEf_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ 0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0aVa1Y7NU-2FMXO4SGDJc-2B7 e7P54hULrgZ8OWLJvYeYp-2BLbQxLsWUGHOcuTVXp2smGKKtTjgkdN-2BEkBNtp11VfmWoxgwsdAQNwR7nJ5GGAVAHGGGSWZQnsvBV5fNzaX0GkzPOQqw-2Bv5SsJXkX5fMy68mrh-2FhQo3ZSvEhX-2FC4peoKdE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/2b160bd7-bead-4972-8e8e-1835da28c369_1743522365946997.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:33 AM CDT Category Digital News Source County News Review - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqrL4iaoHGr7aS2zqvSqGqKQXtmNdw8kXojmF35pS6H2A-3D-3D1 ZjK_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1Nke PQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0THFVOnKEqUchJ6GqDzQP2pL6g8brWoC-2FgbZl5P-2FjvnJ9UF 9I09LpnL7O7aF99u6tgIuX-2FXwlzcnawmKAshvTyD3oQCux5b5-2BYNZkuk4k8XyBrsi-2FEgiWNYpmiFwWr58wXcNmVrvRDnN20svIaccOMHb8LGTvN4RV0H-2FXZq2TFSY-3D> Market Cambridge, MN Language English Braham will host a "State of the City" town hall meeting on Wednesday, June 18 starting at 6 p.m. at the Braham Event Center. Mayor Nate George and city council members will provide updates on news and events going on around the city, as well as an update on the city's finances. 3 St. Paul under a state of emergency - over trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttZ9E0-2BG26BTerIGTLvjKduq-2BaU-2BF-2F5 5b9CXpzsIxzjUlMqeRKiczzF-2FhdJ80qWPRD8BkuqGUg0UJ5oqTIs0odzL4Y5_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBc g3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQ m-2Br7vs0cJZTjGOdLNWmKwZYgFp9KS7Ckum49wsZMmekn9O9HUesvLN4-2F4rKwajwW5ho6YsmdBpYCyOhhvnb9gZLQR5xsPmUYrLztMmB7SrBsJurJ5De4ZaN6vTUaA9y-2BnSwP-2BMkSnTuchN065kAAgjZDdMzV80bS7mRo1cIm6BCMkQg4-2FA-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/08cfe28f-0842-4b04-a1c8-25e339ad01cb_1743522365947034.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:29 AM CDT Category Digital News Source WCCO News Talk 830<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPgvYh4lDwbR92N6kbeVzItP6Kphe489PSs2lxUy77xuPbreY_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr 6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQh bp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0LSOntfFqRMxHJYd7DBQOHBz8KMSIrsjQEfD3-2BpI-2BIE13eueBLC5B6zrtlkERd0ZiHHvHLG8jvClTr1KGfVmn6FWiM4vh2M8mkc7 Z1ZtpgBlHg8h9qrkvJUKTkeujDhs5BGAkr8BNrRWSDvZ6gHDxNAZO2yxMHNnyp8c-2Bc2E-2FtAk-3D> Author Susie Jones Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of St. Paul is under a local state of emergency. It's not a natural disaster - but it could have been just as disruptive. It's all about garbage collection. St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter declared a three-day emergency to make sure that the city's new garbage collector, FCC Environmental, is able to provide service. The company purchased a site at 560 Randolph to maintain and fuel its roughly 30-truck fleet. But neighbors appealed to the City Council to keep the ... company from expanding the parking lot. The council upheld that appeal, leading to this point where FCC Environmental says they don't have the infrastructure to serve the city. "State law and common sense dictate that failure to pick up the trash would be unacceptable," Mayor Carter says about the state of emergency. Carter's declaration temporarily overrules the council, suspending zoning regulations to allow the company to begin using the site for garbage collection. "It temporarily adjusts regulatory and zoning requirements so that routes can launch and garbage ... 4 Blaine frees up fire inspections for food trucks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuhoMtQVJrvlZsBTW7UYNsBRTW5djwVifKZOf-2F6jw3-2F-2B khGTVhTIEx0GG74I1-2BMNqeKLDZCtVL8uessg90LJgA0giZA_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43 ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0NYJR cXJ2xwc-2FNJbN4hov-2B7J1O8lVFNuFvffDFrlGrUsgomsV47T1EIRCIOELATLyjCN-2Fg50nmXkP-2B3fDOylMDn0A1dJaQYaW5kVzjwO5EVC6VBHsYR-2Bm08wFAwxgHghAlpkZyhDL16WUtY10T6ZG2uiGYrUjazSP1TnSIHZo6z8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/f8e47012-a018-42f7-80b4-824096234e3c_1743522365947073.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CUQ4q_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQ hbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0xcsaYsZSAFlIApLEqxTQHSjGkbo9VPpAg0toJrgaU75s4T-2F-2FFkSQ6DcwVPJuAWGED-2FZQ6DCYG-2BYV0EOp1Q-2B7zZ6d7JEg rvT5blI6n9MaNqEjAMfVjc2RTgfrZ2jHFfh5R-2FAuelHFVyRj8RI7t36uf5zb2J6iBt0XFvkTTOaKFr0-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council, at its March 17 meeting, approved an ordinance amendment regarding mobile food trucks, special events and public locations. The vote was 5-0, with Mayor Tim Sanders and Council Member Leslie Larson absent. City Clerk Cathy Sorensen explained that the move was to create a licensing program and ... 5 Blaine frees up fire inspections for food trucks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuhoMtQVJrvlZsBTW7UYNsBRTW5djwVifKZOf-2F6jw3-2F-2B khGTVhTIEx0GG74I1-2BMNqeKLDZCtVL8uessg90LJgA0tqxv_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43 ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0e0-2 F-2FmwbxxWGQserYaft9p0PlIbE3-2BR87P3TUeUBgAYBNr5ptxP6Q41Dw3ZPkeMfP1SrO2Q4AY386nr8DAicwaTeucxwSzOifpnobG-2FVvIEqhgn-2BA2WjfW79DEi0JRq-2FUG-2BC2yRkShSjYIArEqwv6-2FCr-2BLqhIr64eddIcTC6TzwY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/768ca5f4-e4c1-4aea-810f-12b07bb03182_1743522365947110.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CLWYg_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguO r6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQ hbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0lDJtzV6HYQZ0TI3KfpDxhY0sM6ZcB0e2oXzzPEWPaQvez0TXTGn5XRcVEmCh-2FDAymqQpqcPGzX7DXj0VsCN8fL9MMDpo-2F8k-2F 3EWoDd-2FahhP7bsi2b6Jr8MLtSbUZTyu5j2OSOOPvh47GsHp42yJq-2B2tShRLums260SrX3Ord1so-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council, at its March 17 meeting, approved an ordinance amendment regarding mobile food trucks, special events and public locations. The vote was 5-0, with Mayor Tim Sanders and Council Member Leslie Larson absent. City Clerk Cathy Sorensen explained that the move was to create a licensing program and ... 6 Green and yellow fire trucks? Olmsted County Reptile Unit? It's April 1st<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttYVXNeI8OQvi6u44NBlaPWrv R6yhqkJFgTuVh0nOxri9fFVAN97tAnAIToThi0G8lCy-2FhdEpZO5P2QOQc1LOeJa4C0_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCx IRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhh q56skQm-2Br7vs0Qideo0TKnUvVYKm-2FIQKLBMYN-2BcrKNCEkb3HFsCImE0kQ5KmtCUzUo9RRLtvIHyPw8bR3etEoV4iOYiwFLHvRvOAKUNSp8SALAR5k2RVWO50AOsru8Vrpg-2BrSu9q7HKERUPWq5YHTt0NIeJzF-2BsVRE1qTYl-2BhGEzUDlSOoew2LiM-3D > [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/63743720-a26b-4995-bc1f-3720fd30a4ad_1743522365947174.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa0z3at_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9t IiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHj FijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0AaNY3tPEtIj7Qv9RV4FC1jlF-2F8NXFc9pPXUqbMnLU6Es0snnHZLzOr-2Bxh3Un9SPk5JERbrhQytI6zHWZVKYbDXCcnA DLsH0pHHIqTTH6bCJ2AzZ3knWIRMSNvwnnVh3mYb3GLje2pcPDyZGingopAEogqtkqxiIGsH1P7TAHo3o-3D> Author Andrew Link Today at 8:14 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... to the north are beefing up their fleet. The Zumbrota Police Department is trading in their squad cars for a shiny red fire truck. "The Zumbrota Police Department is excited to announce the purchase of its first fire engine! As most locals know, Officer Curtis has long proclaimed that he is a fire fighter and Sergeant Pasquale knows how to wield a fire extinguisher. Heck, Officer Cameron even attended the Zumbrota Fire Department's training on vehicle extrications recently. Taking all of this into consideration, we felt it was best to sell off some of our squad cars to make this purchase. Sorry ... 7 Michael Wojcik: 4 new options for the city's $65 million recreation fund<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttEsqbBBpJ9Nva8PxWsi-2FrpB CIetUwSGFrcz5jcpCB-2Fvah7qTBFydJy7hlU3fy02yUrfRWMWvU-2BBSY9G-2F-2BDBwTr-bS7_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csu f9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv- 2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs05ZEloHHnUi8gF7excyS1tA4q9n5Qx1Su48Mqfr2xeUFy8PUGtsIUIhqtGU5xg-2BCQl7LAf-2BW3JlmhDOWtB9aZZgzxQ8RmP5tMZ-2Br85SdrRHM5Fiexr638irsfCigFmq-2B7MbMUFsgSI2SOsI4QbFaRjFTbWZXidIGmgJCDb-2Fp PjN8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/69989867-b66e-4f28-92fa-47bd5d0412a5_1743522365947244.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 7:11 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa0AEoJ_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9t IiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHj FijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0tDlqLlcKnMfHjbTIg3YqIJWLJhfBxmnmKUekRs-2FRhmHmO7l8l3P41qAm6q4EXop5-2B19rMYxuWZTdEJVzXIxSYAdsFN f2nUJOiHppwfjtcQDpP3S4RdjKItBzwfkkiCjpJHRW476Y4-2Bs-2FnGrmtPxLv2Gw4pyqFSuh72QqK1X8E1I-3D> Author Michael Wojcik Today at 7:00 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... managers might be looking to moonlight on a Rochester Regional Sports Complex. The current uninspiring design is about 200% over budget, is planned for in an inaccessible location, and has foregone some of the key features that were used to sell it to the Rochester public. At this point, the city council should put a pause on this project and figure out what is the best strategy going forward. We should not be surprised that this project has spiraled out of control — at the time it was added to the package of projects, the concept was half-baked at best. It's worth noting that Mayor Kim Norton saw ... is still a lot of money. It is possible that the pot of money along with partnerships could build all four projects suggested above — with money left over, and a roof, unlike the Metrodome's, that doesn't collapse under snow load. Michael Wojcik, of Rochester, represented Ward 2 on the Rochester City Council from 2009 to 2021. He is now executive director of the nonprofit Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, also known as BikeMN. 8 Pitch to raise state aid to Rochester likely on hold<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsGQhNkE64ZIdz8LWRgTc-2BxI0dfJhEUBdlctMii7M29F pxh9LJPRD2R9FNKDFximTCsDBoyfDPqobEPBwXW2eGGi-3r_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir 1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0z2sdtS Qkjflv6iIKissBg3Z6C77Q-2BhLzg9NDmDDWJOdAYUJPOWEMl-2BR-2BMxsREgV78l6J5ik-2FTvaHlILs5ipdntq4l0itYratDI-2FmXJzGwdjLkR7E73-2FdTuQhvlBFtgvC5-2Fp2ZLliYyl-2B93t0kPgpB9RVOukiPdf0zbfxX6-2BNq4k-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ba73f0ef-8bb6-4a3d-af3d-2bb0574c9dbe_1743522365947298.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 6:47 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa0Z2Wq_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9t IiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHj FijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0TYYqndcuhXJcU3jfd9t8y2p2AiipEjcVBeM1AiAuXvrXKtQimEUNcSH308nN4oPz1euav8wQyloMOvX0PpuBiOKo13eoJr xbvWDapmAEnjhxR7J0UHe2Mmfl1vtBASm3vm-2FbjOC-2FVvgDbwT6p8YEed-2B2SimuB6n0nIok4UIlRq4-3D> Author Randy Petersen Today at 6:45 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... or older. Rochester's continued growth, housing construction and large workforce indicate an ability to generate funds within its borders at a higher rate than the other first-class cities, based on the formulas. "The formula is designed for cities that are declining, and we are not," Rochester City Council member Norman Wahl pointed out during a 2024 council discussion of LGA and its impact. Rochester City Administrator Alison Zelms said the city faces an added disadvantage compared to Minneapolis and St. Paul when it comes to providing services expected in a major city. "In some of the larger ... box," he said. While Smith and Sen. Liz Boldon, DFL-Rochester, who submitted Senate versions of the bills, said they are unlikely to get hearings this year, following the lack of hearings on similar proposals last year, both voiced support for continuing to raise awareness of the need. Rochester City Council President Randy Schubring said he appreciates the effort to raise awareness as the city continues to look for other funding sources to cover growing needs, some of which could come from the state. "LGA is one potential solution, but we still have to go to the Legislature and tell the Rochester ... 9 Minutes Emergency Meeting of the Hoyt<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtscHOspZikgYO0cB5hM2NWkxeTxGfJ9SMK-2FO9Qzi-2Bh-2FYnjWFk8LWCUL 9EVQOi3F4pnVOfuKerGPzmjFGHY9jJmWd74w_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZU KV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0bGvkHKRNFb3UeZFkz uRq47fn81cBxHQZeIltk9n8dhCk7-2FQRMbvMm5Vr4MLy5hQ-2BKeraS0W4HH0lw2qzuNhXWHANMvGAQBi7P3sImoaSa-2BsdQo7bHvhQEF7UYl48azZotv1aqlApvSOD9z8m-2BfWyXtsYD9AVnRj9ojCn8WKJ1UM-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6145057c-617b-49d5-b8ea-3c1ed393c01f_1743522365947341.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 5:06 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mesabi Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpgBVnr4y3Rfvw9TFA2f-2Bescb8AznYf2Wb8TvcVPaLgjC7Iq_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6- 2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp -2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0iDw3BEwgVPr2UwqHQW0f2jhsPX9s525ap9-2Bw1o5PW3H-2FAsQE1VHXEKj1OqhCYZOxB9jGIEzqfbAkXkpCSuVX48XxHZ9J-2FtN10d0 peVvjXsjKoXv6-2B-2F5YY6J2GVwLhGgWfsxGmPIhVvDEsKETcutr5ql8b5ty8SScKk4eMKI0loQ-3D> Market Virginia, MN Language English ... Mathison ALSO PRESENT: EMS Director Melanie Olmstead, City Attorney Joel Lewicki by phone, and Deputy Clerk Tammy Snetsinger. Special Meeting was called to order by Mayor Scott at 5:30 p.m. Discussion was held in regards to financial signatory needs following the resignation of the Interim City Administrator. Moved by Jarvela and supported by Eckman to adopt Resolution 2025-007 Authorizing the Appointment of an Interim Financial Signatory. Motion carried unanimously. ADJORNMENT Moved by Grams and supported by Eckman to adjourn the emergency meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 5:54 ... 10 MPD still working through monitor’s first year goals to speed up complaint backlog, finalize policies<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7D fIUNtuvYKYfFRp4acjC1JQZ94Xj4zswc-2BS7waTUyLLNt49Hwh1Uq9uo-2FL3w93hWU5C3rkurvJkF7LnFN8NxyiAP5YLei8tp_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGA ZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ 8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs08PHBS7lsnMtNhEZd-2BZPG5fs-2BDKvkG5h-2Foij1goDm3TZgwaKmU7BPCy-2FkXF12-2FKE5CvA3DuO8PzGyMeLv4jhfe6qve6QTbkyZJhUdXAzdpxUz2nmLohyD4xpKnfQNqUcm9YHxJEtCyCYUWBK YqNrsOx2FdToUnmAlSOdjZe5K64U-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/4aa8bb8c-deed-4150-bb68-08b103aee23c_1743522365947385.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 4:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3D1aO4_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v 6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWt CN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs01BpmZ81wIBtsNVmuxmWNXX00Mfx8PX26l20Gcb-2Bvzx-2FXO42uFXhCXojKn1kSfT8RJ4ztOTP02upIXZiI3fxqLg763iF-2BMUNh1ffgPX1X9-2BO GIecftw6rcEv31NZr-2Fpo38ZF9ez7WyTH2gHXq2eKvX-2FWvey21NEx6F-2F1FTkmN-2Bs0-3D> Author Cari Spencer Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... get a gun pointed at them, it's utterly frightening," Gross said. "It's an example of the disconnect between the police and their day-to-day existence and what the community feels about it." Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara answers questions during a press conference after the Minneapolis City Council voted 8 to 4 to approve the new police contract on July 18, 2024. Ben Hovland | MPR News At a February update with city officials, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara said one of the most significant lifts this year had been work on "dozens and dozens" of policies, including marathon sessions ... 11 Yard Wast Site open for allowed use<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttBK8YCv2F7uJPBIkI-2F-2B34n8UJom7MAhSpn6d8iZ0cd4tTaUIOPf4oP-2F Q6qukZWbUkANdIqSox78e2l4hde8mWyiKtP_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUK V8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs02w6799namy1ELHwkf4 ZbZlG38pyKptJJ0OwL6R-2Bl0DH6dVbdDMpeSh1eKeJqpjKU7K7ViyotiepeECnp5VRmoRnVS45e9PpG5RZsmfNn7XXAFW16Qgc5VjTYza5-2FI9QhR6uqlLRkAhysiTjJ2HDh0rbEmx59RX0LZMnUQQk7-2Bvo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 1:09 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fairmont Sentinel<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLNRbQ6mHxSL0N0UftXr2sdPgmLl04YtO7g1-2Bha6cm5GyyiZI_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehug uOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcF qQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0dtU7MHei4WmumYYP-2Fvo43iBEbs5BpWaYoca6UUanGQu-2BBP3UwCYqsOCeYUhnI5wBwtF2Lh6YDkf6yjD3yTDHJ8sI7hEar55s Vo6NWjba8AEQuPjPJDNccolvHLu9VOg95nsCGnFx547fKB0vYUaYTIY5L8XHwl8XV9xeB4KMNzg-3D> Market Kiester, MN Language English ... s not the contractors that are the problem where stumps are concerned, but those who engage in illegal dumping. "It gets abused but hopefully people are abiding by the rules so we can keep it open," Lardy said. Right now the site is open 24 hours a day though in a recent work session the Fairmont City Council did talk about the possibility of limiting hours to help prevent illegal dumping. "Again it's for city of Fairmont utility customers only. Anyone that's from outside of that is dumping illegally," Lardy said. Anyone who wants more information on the Yard Waste Recycling Site can find it at ... 12 Minneapolis City Council bans rent algorithms<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttseJv3fOTuQ2lPWY8Z62-2FaV7DHb2v8Dl8n9F6pkvoukgkhZ1g DL2gJtWq39whvwMy7SmpK3m4yRCbOhBojKzbl22Dt_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjc K1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0QQhDw8jkct58 HGUyOiEa-2BT0NzHOLGjAN8AtYtzGMMUUy02-2F829g4vkqprxvssMoFxfUQw6v-2FJYfjQSLO7-2BfYDS7xjZjQdxb9PtJjIEjpzuRnF-2BLU-2BDHdHNjpjJE25IsR7DILyBeffBSXvjPQePd4KJM5RzQR5yOcenEwMd9pMeI-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/55a022ad-ce61-45d2-8bde-bd5209ffd613_1743522365947463.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 12:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3D9d0B_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9 OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdO O7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0WP-2BwNwq5BpXAJ6Qzx74IABmmcNb3fwIeI8mjdz3tgjZymVHjAomxYUcpv8TaB-2Br1lH8pGNcFAic-2F5h8cyq3Uj-2BAEv-2By-2FD4Dqy-2FM6p59exe-2BT GnjRX3pLN-2FcH1s0JQpuuz4OFaGUXyva4FPP9il9vAfEL37EwKy6rZoub-2F5RDQKo-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The Minneapolis City Council voted to ban rent algorithms in Minneapolis on Thursday, making it the fourth U.S. city to ban them. Minneapolis City Council members held a press conference Thursday after successfully banning rent algorithms like the ones used at RealPage. Rent algorithms are algorithms using different landlord pricing information like the characteristics of the building and tenants' personal information to make the rent rates for the ... , destructive practices that landlords like Raystar use, that essentially create housing instability for so many of our residents," Wonsley said. "Rent algorithm software and have no place in a city that champions having an equitable and affordable housing market, especially for our renters." City Council Member Jeremiah Ellison (Ward 5) said the rental ban is to make sure that consumers and renters feel protected from unfair landlord practices. "I think that landlords should be figuring out what they need in terms of rent from their renters in order to provide dignified, adequate service. That's ... 13 Falcon Heights considers charging for Minnesota State Fair parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtv7D9Pj7oQnAnZGRmkDQVBP5oihKXDa KytVOwiAxTXs0-2FaGn26dEXAOCE-2Fz6JomZyZ8MzQ4LuLKLSZFwXRof1v9njiH_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPU Bcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56s kQm-2Br7vs0wKlp1rUDo2V5zuBeDi135j-2BMkafREtuoD6Y9hq85H106P2FnqHwx5fjic9S8aJi-2F-2BzfKkuqPAcROtZ6pI0Hxo7txWbJYjtbkEE9hXWOm1YH-2Fs-2Bfz3QcCpuSXW-2FHd5ii2C73mRrDsIuG-2BotJwVJXcVjjTvJboynPQ9eDT-2FeMb710- 3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/media.cm.com/outlets/40024.jpg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 11:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYoz2u_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp- 2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0icjB3jA1y0dnlt2eauSoywFZlylnXKjLWNLc5L-2FIc8UbnjfzNCizaon-2BDi8nxJOdAlnd30H-2F8OjkQYnkJtRRyySAWSashzL26eLQ i-2F6hotSSjP-2BA6L5RPIqCQ9z31pMkEtC63TsDI977P3IltyShVyBtD3EukncwRotAqNhHCQs-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... support the idea, others are concerned about the potential costs and impacts. "Cars start parking up this way, starting probably around 6:30 a.m., all the way up to Hamline," said Fawks Char, who lives in Falcon Heights. "It's very busy." To address this growing issue, the Falcon Heights City Council is considering charging for parking on certain streets using electronic meters through ParkMobile. The city's State Fair Task Force said that in 2024, they came to the realization that the State Fair's support is very limited, and the city needs a new source of revenue to manage the influx of ... 14 All-way stop installation planned next week at Oxford Street, Crailsheim Road<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsUdNJMjlk4HJuLAGF-2 BEJvMxbbGjvr7-2Fa1Wio1XtQr0aAspjziWoNy90k5v5G4hABbIjk1CJYPDQppmsHj249iJv_qI_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csu f9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv- 2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs09CcqKfykOk94pmNpwUPRZc9rbsG7wbvGoo7Lgk4Ue9mWMSWQwfd-2BZYjngcfE5CPy6UNPTf0jeFa-2B5rfwKujs-2FdtpO-2FfgtUFlSranrmOXPPZS-2B4uwUDGfD-2B4lRq3u48HgVcHmM55okEvvJntuB9d-2BYnya9D6LYjEjsFf RRPVVmYo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8ab45d18-8c6d-4b93-967d-83a0657fd105_1743522365947528.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Worthington Daily Globe<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsZhmOzBmJfbkbgwd7XFqLA-3Dnipi_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6 p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtC N-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs06Ka5RUNdYlRTzy8fQhtdO-2FZWwyyVOfDLEe5D4-2F06t7zax2DpbhbdGS1jrsMwaRdc3Gqzwr3ESMcpqOFcCqcNdtCj7WW68NzzzU-2BkFmLOaAhC0j -2BibgP5mWjl9Th-2FT-2FzGpxoSjR0OnrLK2PLIHQogKn6U8UsniXTSWyUWFthoxWs-3D> Market Worthington, MN Language English ... set to take place later in the year. Contributed/Aaron Holmbeck Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project WORTHINGTON — Nobles County Public Works will install an all-way stop control at the intersection of Nobles County State Aid Highway 35 (West Oxford Street) and Crailsheim Road next week, depending on weather conditions. The work will include adding two stop signs on West Oxford Street, one each for eastbound and westbound traffic. The ... 15 Artists hope new exhibit at art gallery near George Floyd Square draws visitors<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtua5qgihhHHBukcH6x 2Vid6GxWjRfkdJ66v6zowmJEqVLRj2ZZrXOBZAgWEesvLpLgO9NYigJak4Gk-2F4yrzWf4sxFOz_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csu f9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv- 2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0TD7AOo-2FTwESgMtsLQPFN3KfEqCGoBOQkPQi-2BFJQThNOg-2FPUNQUVAjrY6X0bJfKBM-2FQXvIixGQOpTHgflkhMX8D2WXby8z6mMjqFKRF9hvaN8MArHB1InSRX-2BEdgzbVQvabuoXTcz1nUai347KXJy1kurGJg1MvmlixtLVGI BdUY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/18acbd5e-b240-4db7-be8e-83691c0c45a5_1743522365947568.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:56 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DwmAc_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3t rldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tC du9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs02Hk0rFGkVGd3L10R-2FZ8KD426iNLNaFNvLdTZdODkn8xxKi3riVJsturBLtwZFqh3nA6cyHkrVhypWxJ9lRl47WGPQBNfB4Ty-2BxzlnnaLA4E6rbdKcvcOkcnDBFbQJZ bdo10-2Bs8RVWlMfwkqYBovEH6OTEJ6zGnDmysFFu3Gg-2BGs-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... ," Rice said. It's a full circle moment – an art gallery blocks from where they grew up, feet from the heart of George Floyd Square, something not lost on the artists. "This space has been such a center for tragedy, but we hope now that we can reimagine futures," CRICE said. Mayor Jacob Frey and city council members are at odds over what the next phase of George Floyd Square should look like. Rice says he's confident their gallery will succeed and act as a magnet to draw in local artists and visitors. "More confident in the fact that I know gallery business can work," Rice said. The current exhibit ... 16 St. Paul mayor declares state of emergency for trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttvHeHMVjX7S4ckb82w3rDsal6ZuAGeVPA ixHHdRV9P1IcQMgsxtI890MsIVZ46qR3O-2BANJumUJpU7wvSb939pCFUy__xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3K t0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2 Br7vs0DHNozL03KusMIep04lGMAyQi2-2Fby0p9s5fCLtgpNU72GgwyhJ6HLfH61d4sekmNPCBGteFRldM6Z2yHuBSJF6A51vmnH21PhAI6P2cGtnDCgZLm2ec7rQRD-2Fz2EVWaShnEMOo8xCJxBGVmGTfws4yAQW4xz9ZRJGIZYyGiikUAY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/1170f826-b772-4d65-90aa-7d85c0ea7b76_1743522365947612.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3DHoqY_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v 6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWt CN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0jSTHxUWL6HiJ5DCU3tkm02jT28IxhtGibffSFsZLWnpSiTLzGJeKE5Slqrf4-2FlQ-2ByRbQBBNnQLjwMdt6GpIAZ07h9-2B0RA49eE482QuY1w5HEv vF1wsTxd1Lq7AMNAHBtUpzzOMW4orpMAEJokp9X9UtYg-2FNzOYwXJgm-2FadvU-2BBY-3D> Author Mark Zdechlik Market Saint Paul, MN Language English St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter declared a state of emergency to ensure trash collection will continue uninterrupted. FCC Environmental Services will start collecting trash for the majority of St. Paul residential households this week. Carter's declaration temporarily suspends zoning regulations to allow trash ... 17 St. Paul mayor declares state of emergency on trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtta5VO96K-2FraMXPbLZ-2B2Q5O0h9x3FDx ckPuhnCkik8mkxC3CZCqoo-2BSEfd7vcU5UrF9-2BCsDEgKvmZOw9iw4sBXv1hYy_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPU Bcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56s kQm-2Br7vs0jDPxShjfzeTgDRYKG4Rm-2FpDBwz42ktS8V6vAM-2FcO31xSTpt9HmR5VX-2Bxf6Ol1-2BOkQUdik-2BZG-2FA8rn7nf4qV7lootVyaa5XuPrU2vL0puZ4rElon3ggymsDtR-2FQ3RR-2FW5xCWlIBVf8wh3qxsFSBDWmNh6xP6UlGEhG2cVy4KzI-2B U-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5f2d4163-6437-4665-9091-ac5e9fdd1671_1743522365947639.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 5:47 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0VIO4_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr 6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQh bp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0LPWJQ2O-2FyFVN14qZfpaK5is1rk6aub8CmCUpOXnnc-2Br0Tt7fVMWaSomPRChHRYdpZT-2Fm2oizl-2FxZ4R9kqFsbpICgJmteOuW BP1y7GklHHrgu1d2O-2FcjN4qt-2FsRQMJ3KQjP0hCq4Hjtxk-2B7QqnlCFIwRlO2leAVefBPb68L84nyE-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English With the goal of launching citywide trash collection from a former Randolph Avenue tow lot, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has declared a state of local emergency to take effect Tuesday morning. It will allow the city to temporarily suspend zoning regulations at the site and allow trash-hauling partner FCC Environmental to immediately commence service for more than 60,000 residential accounts. Carter ... another 90 days when the council convenes Wednesday, which will grant the city additional time to work through zoning challenges the council previously supported. Trash collection is "a basic public service that impacts the health and safety of every single person in our community," said the mayor, who addressed reporters from a St. Paul Public Works facility in the North End on Monday. "State law and commonsense dictate that failure to pick up the trash would be unacceptable." The Randolph Avenue site is crucial to launch trash collection operations, according to the ... mayor's staff. Finding another site in the city — with the right zoning and size — is more difficult than many assume, they said. Trash collection How Wednesday's council vote on the extension will go is anyone's guess. At FCC Environmental's request, city staff and the city Planning Commission ... West Seventh/Fort Road Federation against that zoning clarification, effectively freezing FCC Environmental's trash operations out of the site. Since then, council members have been deluged with calls and letters from the public, demanding to know if their trash collection was in jeopardy, as the mayor and Public Works officials have suggested. Carter was joined Monday by Council Members Anika Bowie and Cheniqua Johnson, who called garbage collection an essential service that trumps zoning concerns, at least in the short term. A council decision revisited The council members also noted that ... a Public Works yard, which is allowed under light industrial or I-1 zoning? Following the lead of Council President Rebecca Noecker, who represents the neighborhood, the five council members voted to support the appeal on March 19. Johnson was absent at the time and the Ward 4 seat is vacant. The mayor joined St. Paul Department of Safety and Inspections Director Angie Wiese on Monday in emphasizing that garbage collection meets the definition of "Public Works" under state law, an allowable use under the city's "I-1" zoning. Bowie on Monday said that neighborhood concerns about the volume of ... 18 ICE arrests second student in Minnesota, this time at MSU Mankato<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsRKmF44Dhxn6-2BTVf96DK-2Fr9PjkF XmbzVw9PbBPfH8bod7Y6s0FC-2Fxs4c5P-2Bpj-2FnEFzaY0LvDPKFT-2FEHUTUJiTcRefj_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6 gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2Bit Ehhq56skQm-2Br7vs0jU1s8dPe6JIH9Z0RbdeQTN9JgmZ8CNGr2J7nXagvm6G-2Bv11v8UOYEm0lz3jjXndQlfSY-2FPVHFUHDnwvFCAus6khbzu-2FCLQfh6azlCNizGq5qYF8kIxUO4quwGVPcohenQxqt35O-2FB1uWkyaTA-2FDCDgZn5V21hFSHJ-2BgxgkJGU tw-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6877933f-75a0-46c9-984e-ac09ab3a3d8c_1743522365947668.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 5:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Sahan Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjYMKN1HZAx-2FXaNmr1UtP51MVw6KNVatGlbgBgEdOag5ZRT_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2 FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp- 2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0zCM6PTkVY6ccrNzmy6QjyiSkbGYh0qyRMHy88H20k7-2BOp12Co5BBGwkdxN78YZvJFz-2FWu6E2Rv-2Bn7e6jGoqVJuAaNAj0b2Z-2BZ6 PQ-2BmYk22N34w4SM-2BHYdA7PNyitusbQQz7BQS5jPl0lAM5VAlWiaCYoPq7Q-2BjBiR6A30QDkw08-3D> Author Becky Z. Dernbach Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... support to the Carlson student. The university declined to share more information about their identity or the incident, citing the student's request for privacy. MSU-Mankato said that ICE had provided no information about the Mankato student's detention. Fateh, who is also running for Minneapolis mayor, said he was trying to connect the Mankato student with legal representation. Demonstrators gather near the U of M's Northrup Auditorium on March 31, 2025, to protest ICE's arrest of an international student. Credit: Aaron Nesheim | Sahan Journal ICE did not respond to Sahan Journal requests for ... 19 St. Paul to declare state of emergency to resolve trash 'crisis'<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvDKwKR0Voi1traMh8yw4l19iHLLFtGYN H0Eb6A61-2F7sCMFADOHiBRfjEYCX-2BDVkXRI2RMoAblVXsTI2KOf1wkF1Pc2_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBc g3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQ m-2Br7vs09DT04IFkwU-2BaLjoo0MrVHRZ2OvJx5daxvU8sQCtmgkcsInwQfjXFz-2B4XPhA4OdXFUzAkfsKgGRnqsZvZ3GlkuT4WSGvFgUoupULsyQbOqlh1ottlDm3aek-2BSxVG-2BhxKlgPXJnM3eov-2BsBO-2B6KmMCptxcMKKtxADFTsy2cAyllq0-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8ddc0a21-3619-467b-80df-c230b59eb5da_1743522365947702.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2FO3zN_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9 tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmH jFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0Z-2Fpi4eMSfSOAPFgc0JMxu21sJmoP3NFmhpdT9i5bnHspMzK1t3z7Cp6JtxzFU7hubH1n5N3NZQoq01hOd-2B1R83gn8 3AqaAO5-2BUSxU8vqTe-2BeWhkb-2FlKAOBqqJZCzTqgOpoxT9l2RX55wT8-2FMSLja-2FfCAf2o6QYMw1UghIO6rHkM-3D> Author Josie Albertson-Grove Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... with small haulers. But a zoning vote from the City Council raised big questions about where the new hauler would base its operations. Carter raised the possibility that there would not be trash collection on April 1, and called the situation a crisis. "We will ensure that there's trash pickup," Public Works Director Sean Kershaw said on Monday. FCC Environmental, a Spanish garbage and recycling company, won the city's garbage business in 2024, and bought a property at 560 Randolph Ave., to use as a central dispatch yard. The site now holds a parking lot and a small office, but eventually the company ... 20 ML considers city hall improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu-2FmS43d1DUsMkGgfjan7KSh-2FVFqZk94-2FfjQlh8O5nDbo-2BzC4A4-2F Ud85eBhYwGSBvxID2lyQw5FiR7IG99Qx6A7FRbV_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1 VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0Az-2FnSPmXCxY3 TBtfESYcJZ9g4-2FQe3LJI-2Bi-2Bj4QhkKbhXHG3b50QSBNcy-2F1Iki7fA3QJEl9z4A72RUc0-2FRJJZTpi2Chtd-2BXIw4omMG44biFQ5GEzXT3LQ4zQBeJYU8pKYLnq7KJAuwS0tSYzZeX-2FthAi87-2FmwsmvhK37poHKZdbE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d327b083-b04b-42d1-a227-b72777f61cbe_1743522365947728.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 3:41 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Windom Citizen Online<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlmS9REEtMP-2Bnw9p-2BL5-2BbUY-3D4fht_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzc k9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmX sWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0okN49qFE0apWRXC0apRr5q6h-2FyEk5wTCKJJU2aiFdQRGtv2Y-2BemcuGeRHR9TAzDVozWx-2BDnm8S8wAEhb9OEfdKhWB-2FPDrU0znrThIIme NnkEavxDtfBgWHX1F6kVQTCzCelRL8jhETp7d06mBnwRlpKCj4J7YtKgFW9hRnJUtT0-3D> Market Windom, MN Language English Mt. Lake city council heard ideas of replacing furnace and air conditioning units at city hall at the latest council meeting. John Hall of Handy Heating and Cooling presented an estimate to the city council for replacing the furnaces and air conditioning units at city hall with cold climate heat pumps although no action was taken. After some discussion, council decided to seek one more estimate before making a decision. city administrator Michael Mueller will obtain a bid from St. James Electric, ... which will be presented at the April city council meeting. The furnace at city hall is 25 years old. 21 Park Rapids City Council OKs bidding specs for joint city-county project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuIeHLR3t7pf6uD0A303jMW42 1TAV9Rz-2BKS0NBvfbboUcHC3wsqBYx6HMl8eoMVxhRd5h6xiTuKwpxx96tdQ4ymiXYo_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCx IRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhh q56skQm-2Br7vs0uu9xFtlMXbOaVnstqAkcrTnzBuxonDPxavdJ7QDZF7nETbUwTXNzFLdVvdSTRcAeRKZ6lxwwyMNn2fK3A2VmD5-2FVedLHcnZ2v0o40tA7VFLTaSLEMyB0iOGhMr8GbMmogY5tPNN6juYuW19Ekve2lG4MC9BjG5dd7DoNJkrmDLo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/45acbb56-e7a1-413a-98e3-77de086b553d_1743522365947788.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 3:32 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Park Rapids Enterprise<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuf9vboPrLTO7c5oFDmAVEttnJ2NPWdIs2rgCXjCfX85AU4Z_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfc FqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0YVxjD6SUH3f76yJCGY2vyJBxy8jWQAFU7tH8-2B-2BcCm-2BgOt8oMtcgwYbzKInnR3MZEFhkyqAszu5jrxTDhZeNTmv-2BAVw8 iomrIqqkyGwtsfKO-2F1gx6esdBYamQ84qJMQQGQKDHlPGiCRQbiijvvyPhlqWVljUM1qtap6qwuwdeacM-3D> Author Robin Fish Today at 3:29 PM Market Park Rapids, MN Language English __ 22 Park Rapids City Council seeks grants for park improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvFMmuf3KM38-2Bpmu3F7oQW33WAHNN2mB-2FR NzNzWhwdBT8R6TJAmbDfKg-2FDN5NDhckER85AvzGyoux2lTzCIUKyyK_cR_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3K t0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2 Br7vs0h2QxO1rVx4S3yU9s3BUWkGXrk0EVEg5Ri-2FBPb8KmjtuDSLqVmYKaklFLoU7AyujQ6KJgbPCG8Y0Wg2mNA4W4UeabyHVCt-2BS3aP6Mz6t9B3uWoliXUvc3uJ2FgwcQH-2B1FLXJW8YUtBpK6-2FGCpPa8ZX2TUqak7oGB0AaYy3Y0-2BlDk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8e926b4e-62a9-4705-aae8-6b01e534feac_1743522365947847.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 12:29 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Park Rapids Enterprise<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuf9vboPrLTO7c5oFDmAVEttnJ2NPWdIs2rgCXjCfX856uFm_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehu guOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfc FqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0nMS6VAeAvhyYBwMHhnNqrPk8S4XUEddGRezZ-2Fe5Y81EWJeZ1Aa0-2BD0dfSBBrXgQqQqJdDiGAyPImDcdjzUGckmP1m0DeyUp PeAdVSoPP4BsoHK6PFnv1Wk0j5fjKDKAcf5DtE-2B9qh8-2FWDsDw3BfObGy3CkR8Hcp0uZO-2BIFRK7Mw-3D> Author Robin Fish Today at 12:20 PM Market Park Rapids, MN Language English __ 23 Extended train stops in Vergas discussed by county, city and railroad officials<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5zhnIwjYGUJ66VPy 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Focus<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPklFk80YJs7nXD6hBljTrC2Nz7nAEEOj7B4QNgnaIAPZsFW7_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRM pzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5 BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0LmM8Q0CAUyvnXdaJRdjOWGm14GKf7ivHqkcmjpgZbIm5-2FbS-2FR7bTd4lcgTRVDmpgX-2BqF42r3g-2F3Dqo3z6aHMgVXlBHZjEjPnaDPlJ zgXYgLnOwAaPSxok8tN8SRqnhE62DGeVnWeKtPIOi5ZONcr5yo2na-2BOvyYFy96CuYCtCAI-3D> Market Perham, MN Language English ... met with officials from Otter Tail County, the city of Vergas and nearby townships on Wednesday, March 26, to discuss the ongoing delays at the railroad crossings at Main Street/Frazee Avenue. Otter Tail County Highway Engineer Krysten Foster convened the meeting, which was attended by Vergas Mayor Dwight Lundgren and Clerk Julie Lammers, CPKC Senior Manager of Community Affairs Andy Cummings and CPKC Minnesota District Superintendent Joey Reyes. Also in attendance were representatives from Hobart and Candor townships. Lundgren and township officials expressed frustration about the extended ... 24 Mayor Monday with Tom Berg, Mayor of Lonsdale 3-31-25<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsR2nD9-2F1VDj6EqHssiMZGnfRh27mun5AMwXOWHFNb ErCmc-2Bwpsjf3tDyATsxBOpcbzIIxtcSjtM25-2FhOJ45cFYechh_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6-2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hc Vy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhbp-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0 n2PpE6QhN4o8UjyWL5rj04QQX07Ip49-2FQd6JMLud0063-2F1uj1uVi-2B55SNzE4qDBZoc-2FNyDQziGYdYwKSyoWu7v2OA-2BP3RV8KBfPgDP1KHxPPzXoJh9PUih8Z-2F-2BDyfSXS0biQfcgvC9FXaPKqrFATnf84EilMQvwrGMbELaxW4-2F8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/048246d9-61e7-40f1-9cf3-9e2e70f16819_1743522365947945.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 11:25 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Ingstad Media<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPutO-2BLwbHcTtmgfo6Whgc2DZrUP7nV9XAvZmOQcg-2Bi5wA6w6_xWb104w8vmDdw9EI-2BW4VJcBAlIMkdD57LSrl9tIiehuguOr6 -2FRMpzck9v6p5MyiKk9OIby3trldbtE84KHWa75-2BqlNNGAZOzTLWC1s1NTAkSFVCds3Csuf9l6gCxIRPUBcg3Kt0l9hcVy43ir1cxKjcK1VZUKV8oMlJ0C0nrAS02XXKlE2U-2FiOT1NkePQghOhY7mwghwFZ3GGJ-2FnNl-2BezLyyYa1qCQGKmHjFijfcFqQhb p-2B5BmXsWtCN-2B3DdOO7S0tCdu9BfFXWPVZ-2FdntP3ihxJ8E14sb-2BDyeE9ShxJXFtqv-2BitEhhq56skQm-2Br7vs0ZcEL4nN4i7FcQIPwX-2BdQRqH2oQTsDgAjLp9xjkC3V10r68dVjEP2YmnF7rD16qCOrIb3lanNHYtZxJlmAo503FRMbJRqFX8Uube1r- 2BtZA1bERSopNbTfKSi3vCZJwa0BBTPfAEGvlPUcHpD6Z5MFvzRKIm-2BmxKa2emrM4voY9T0-3D> Market Hutchinson, MN Language English Lonsdale Mayor Tom Berg appeared on our Mayor Monday Conversation. He spoke of workshops he's been attending and city commissions he's been monitoring . He gave a listing of events coming up or events that he had attended. A public hearing on a new Chicken Ordinance is coming up April 21 and the Library will celebrate its birthday April 10 ... 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LMC City News Roundup for 4-1-25 From League of Minnesota Cities (newsroundup@lmc.org) View Full Report<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPorQFvo2nn3dr4pIQRJVcHF68DBOwXIPrZ-2BfbALoA6t19rwkMumuJc3G4hurLEsELmRliu9K7et9nkliIzHiYiRA-2FAlbU8b7-2FQB0z- 2Bj4Jl4Ok1An_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5 Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDUITDBo3yIael7xPl8kYTmHE8zXOJKug8j5EcmxlOjgmnuuo9- 2B2YwzvhOd-2BF7w0x7XgpJFADt3Z6NIEb4A1z4kgRkXdlbGvIr9lLUbJhnBesw-2B-2FxzQAflMOCpMLV-2BLwVf1uoA6tnzDtug7zr6auamC46tno71AqJ-2BBTujea-2FJsV0-3D> LMC City News Roundup for 4-1-25 Total Number of Clips 24 1 Mankato Police Department Responds to Missing Officer Facebook Post<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtszf9NuxsDhXZUS-2FJvxUCvwPudxqT pLspshyyO3wVqifNQpWLaVKPZPyRgNsEy1W6EEFJiX4qTLa6IbtCiimw-2FaR4HX_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2 FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppz exDqSUn-2BIZFCPr5RKW87GxvAKPOCMtN6gxI7ga6LjpKwFw6AW2lB0ao1Xa1UL7A-2FgZCWd6e7weTIzJwIR4PuJURkXb1zUrQiXIAn1ndofvQhea3w03uPlDHPI9TVf-2FVP1u9SCLsuZk55FUmQ08-2BSp3y0j0AxQDfijg05NxDmTPXhpU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/b65f12c2-169e-46c5-98a4-ec390acbf0de_1743522365946925.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 10:24 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Radio Mankato<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPq-2BPLDAxzl8-2BQTWcKiYizgVvXRo1JmZp0PVISsBFSBbyi0ja_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPf CHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKu YP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDRLw1gVXAfDouhbEHTukjgKlxNb5C7frjHBgPXnfc28RJrHjJeYPfwks2UQYXFPrdzg0ivq5qoOTUcYw7g9YDS2kerxfqHQt6lX8jaG7UKxz6m27- 2FYHhpEXN6uvOEFWa0SxGWbzc3Dett-2BZBVGBRuHYtk9Qr11VvRdGVh6HviDr0-3D> Author Seth T Market Mankato, MN Language English The Mankato Police Department issued a response to a Facebook post claiming a Mankato Police officer was missing. In a post on their Facebook page : Important Message Regarding Viral Post We've received several messages and calls from concerned community members regarding a viral Facebook post claiming that a female police officer from Mankato is missing and that a Silver ... 2 Braham to host town hall in June<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsp0Wij29iRh4XirEBK72BtzlVDPi8MBxDZtc2WxNlQmXz4g4Wdp8U2aGweRjdwhG5 D0r-2FufBl337-2FoRPDiO63Xb16N_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbw DZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexD9Tpxs7bpdIPGBJl3RbP2PZVuCLm4K2MB 7Z-2FXzJJYs10SEYEQ-2FssGwhc0eujmqR2agzqfQGyuW4cXbRCzBCYRd-2BDR0iORUYc4F-2BspDjS3-2BOuARVlX9D-2BTcsGeEevKZsB9KLEhY7yu9IH-2Bc2yY-2BySJay9Z5b8fC23SlN5et6rWJ1U-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/2b160bd7-bead-4972-8e8e-1835da28c369_1743522365946997.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:33 AM CDT Category Digital News Source County News Review - HometownSource.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtEqrL4iaoHGr7aS2zqvSqGqKQXtmNdw8kXojmF35pS6H2A-3D-3D3 Vzp_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3Z yTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDFr60iSsub97A1aVM-2FwjhSF5bzFZVojEcbmRRDmlH7kCC65sa8wKtof9l 9ufM1S3VnMcMzxIkiGKbxOVUfJnV0SAydT41K370k5GQ0hloNxHDjYLPF1cKifk3Em7n37BQ8-2FNP-2F1mBYmM51E1w61X8REeUNJD2DwAPAAzxm4ItA0M-3D> Market Cambridge, MN Language English Braham will host a "State of the City" town hall meeting on Wednesday, June 18 starting at 6 p.m. at the Braham Event Center. Mayor Nate George and city council members will provide updates on news and events going on around the city, as well as an update on the city's finances. 3 St. Paul under a state of emergency - over trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttZ9E0-2BG26BTerIGTLvjKduq-2BaU-2BF-2F5 5b9CXpzsIxzjUlMqeRKiczzF-2FhdJ80qWPRD8BkuqGUg0UJ5oqTIs0odzXW8N_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2Fc C3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzex D4J0ay3QwGJal12VMfSdK83rqGfEdfQWdXTewpqJGOhetzvWsbXQJZHxIs9CvVGe4sp-2F5G9m82K-2BVLeeW9vHH2hfvu6yug-2FVY5SNmxTmOeEKAUt4C2Me0eVGQr7KyczNfl5TqpXxBQTHLW81hA8W8oQ10zhWHcg3OkaWxYHSxr4c-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/08cfe28f-0842-4b04-a1c8-25e339ad01cb_1743522365947034.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:29 AM CDT Category Digital News Source WCCO News Talk 830<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPgvYh4lDwbR92N6kbeVzItP6Kphe489PSs2lxUy77xuPqWdU_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvP fCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgK uYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDKRAg-2Fx-2F5bK-2FXdGIA4aTVA8Dg1GiBThLyTrRuQ7DyW5yU2-2BR0emcmwtBtQvXhB3FvIMyx81wU1yVxU-2BV4WlHyRH-2FAyN-2FF-2Bim dZgMs-2F6EjUStl6G2fQlGVjUKe5GxDtPBS12jFyWderLX2VKPD1Vw8NAYk4sHqjnB6T3crGwXH8EU-3D> Author Susie Jones Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The City of St. Paul is under a local state of emergency. It's not a natural disaster - but it could have been just as disruptive. It's all about garbage collection. St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter declared a three-day emergency to make sure that the city's new garbage collector, FCC Environmental, is able to provide service. The company purchased a site at 560 Randolph to maintain and fuel its roughly 30-truck fleet. But neighbors appealed to the City Council to keep the ... company from expanding the parking lot. The council upheld that appeal, leading to this point where FCC Environmental says they don't have the infrastructure to serve the city. "State law and common sense dictate that failure to pick up the trash would be unacceptable," Mayor Carter says about the state of emergency. Carter's declaration temporarily overrules the council, suspending zoning regulations to allow the company to begin using the site for garbage collection. "It temporarily adjusts regulatory and zoning requirements so that routes can launch and garbage ... 4 Blaine frees up fire inspections for food trucks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuhoMtQVJrvlZsBTW7UYNsBRTW5djwVifKZOf-2F6jw3-2F-2B khGTVhTIEx0GG74I1-2BMNqeKLDZCtVL8uessg90LJgA0LT39_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4 JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDld181TQKJSmu JBi6OfJm6jKuA1dvNZA-2FIM4BdsqGBogJglmlgjaADW7ONw-2BW1PNfS-2F90F9SiwUt32YqAEUtKTEf8WNN0wIHvS5o5dz49IxRUk6W5ykxRwwWT1iz-2FIldyO8-2FVrYVtgm-2FqOoY-2BZla60Pcsi-2FIOU61d-2Bius-2BR2OIJo-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/f8e47012-a018-42f7-80b4-824096234e3c_1743522365947073.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CxXfs_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJg KuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDuFPqAzdfLQnxHeYspk21lTDZsgOSdj2Qpi-2FXZmoo5UP953a-2BCVfHsXso9nPD-2B7lnmvzHbvRYtTYqkPOOluzWRol5chx7Z4bj4sBTa8YK qJcuQA7I-2B1D-2Blj-2F225uj7uhrW8i5NM4UvWIwXOCg5EKqRLJ8vhPpc8NODlSPaVOFDtg-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council, at its March 17 meeting, approved an ordinance amendment regarding mobile food trucks, special events and public locations. The vote was 5-0, with Mayor Tim Sanders and Council Member Leslie Larson absent. City Clerk Cathy Sorensen explained that the move was to create a licensing program and ... 5 Blaine frees up fire inspections for food trucks<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuhoMtQVJrvlZsBTW7UYNsBRTW5djwVifKZOf-2F6jw3-2F-2B khGTVhTIEx0GG74I1-2BMNqeKLDZCtVL8uessg90LJgA0MvKL_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4 JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexD7WUXjJp3Upy8 L2ZMZ-2Fg6z2hWGXmovo9dDeBvljTRv2rfAQDXC3DAVV19CMQqgeudrYEzwY0YtKfpi4cTA00ufibb9AUk56IQ5txD5Dah18a8TdqJjSAP2Tru2eUn3VK64KN1F-2FC-2BAvpa1EH-2FXvA2ljC7rfdkk5ZAhsBg5iK4muE-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/768ca5f4-e4c1-4aea-810f-12b07bb03182_1743522365947110.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Hometown Source<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPrI28oE5UlM-2FAlsDPet-2FtErf4G0hlilEEaq7U65J1W0CQ2zP_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIv PfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJg KuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDliSdwm8aZ8eN93bgcPAmWgE6ZfkYP3HHJ8kvsOo-2F7Tyi5LwA4hu-2FTnHQxy2x1zzfvRD0GZ4wv3A1roQkoMMAm4useoSTk0DbCbEJ3j0ygO 3JPyurZQXVpC93F8IgPSBJdfJa6ULAAdtZ-2B3mD-2Bz2pRJvkhyHAllfkCr-2B53SI1PzI-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English The Blaine City Council, at its March 17 meeting, approved an ordinance amendment regarding mobile food trucks, special events and public locations. The vote was 5-0, with Mayor Tim Sanders and Council Member Leslie Larson absent. City Clerk Cathy Sorensen explained that the move was to create a licensing program and ... 6 Green and yellow fire trucks? Olmsted County Reptile Unit? It's April 1st<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttYVXNeI8OQvi6u44NBlaPWrv R6yhqkJFgTuVh0nOxri9fFVAN97tAnAIToThi0G8lCy-2FhdEpZO5P2QOQc1LOeJmAw1_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zg s5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4 qppzexD8oAn8TiQn0GckY8EUsk4fOFETZ5EmcnD6PuUtFIDARMd9cD6Gj1GjCJz-2B-2Fxa2HjKJ7sHbXj-2BcZycIBbzPVuzw07vZ8Kzsr0nQj4qjjVx75sl8lu1-2BoQpZNsPkiIZ5U-2BJ9aBunTbv2AQRmxP-2FhbL7J55xFU6E2kuss6RUvaf5OiY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/63743720-a26b-4995-bc1f-3720fd30a4ad_1743522365947174.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 8:17 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa01dPo_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVE eTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb 9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexD-2B016lhdDAZVEEY5LwEf5s0AzH9JjWmb2qkZs0c2STcLACw2UrO7M37Wh-2BP3A4FXhGvpqkFDeUUcX8z5guz1MKC4dV1-2FT1yWI 8F9Y1aSK3-2F-2F0HweOf66ACERzEfo7Z7bjYRLYbvemR3Ycy2pF3b-2B00LITi8zpyku6eB9dgoHiS1Y-3D> Author Andrew Link Today at 8:14 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... to the north are beefing up their fleet. The Zumbrota Police Department is trading in their squad cars for a shiny red fire truck. "The Zumbrota Police Department is excited to announce the purchase of its first fire engine! As most locals know, Officer Curtis has long proclaimed that he is a fire fighter and Sergeant Pasquale knows how to wield a fire extinguisher. Heck, Officer Cameron even attended the Zumbrota Fire Department's training on vehicle extrications recently. Taking all of this into consideration, we felt it was best to sell off some of our squad cars to make this purchase. Sorry ... 7 Michael Wojcik: 4 new options for the city's $65 million recreation fund<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttEsqbBBpJ9Nva8PxWsi-2FrpB CIetUwSGFrcz5jcpCB-2Fvah7qTBFydJy7hlU3fy02yUrfRWMWvU-2BBSY9G-2F-2BDBwTreAIm_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd0 3t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENp mWag5N4qppzexDY6ovCMbInOGwSHbyO-2FkbLJtA8DC1Z4JPpyuG-2FtsUGXIqEN-2FELWq9wSjZujQfdzyNkPFmu6bHQp4WFIscjZAD-2FG3ndtFvIiFcnpnLO4PxT-2BZktZD-2FLwdRvh4SavGXyrci7JmOpPtaM5boXiF9WHG9rIQpGpOnomMDvEnc8jkWaCQ-3 D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/69989867-b66e-4f28-92fa-47bd5d0412a5_1743522365947244.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 7:11 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa05axk_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVE eTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb 9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDGLAOdBxVv6vFbeaAtL4j7A4jrzq2JGbpB7597jBmZ5NLGUDEBfoqKR7J2NDR1xsiB9JkVAsywLfZzwNUvTceKOkCmMR8jcFZUt5-2F rzPrDx1fA7JVYgxv4HRPVTU6yVvhKbL3VVndQaVHndwzx1V67ptGjN3S16ZOloVTHRpppoc-3D> Author Michael Wojcik Today at 7:00 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... managers might be looking to moonlight on a Rochester Regional Sports Complex. The current uninspiring design is about 200% over budget, is planned for in an inaccessible location, and has foregone some of the key features that were used to sell it to the Rochester public. At this point, the city council should put a pause on this project and figure out what is the best strategy going forward. We should not be surprised that this project has spiraled out of control — at the time it was added to the package of projects, the concept was half-baked at best. It's worth noting that Mayor Kim Norton saw ... is still a lot of money. It is possible that the pot of money along with partnerships could build all four projects suggested above — with money left over, and a roof, unlike the Metrodome's, that doesn't collapse under snow load. Michael Wojcik, of Rochester, represented Ward 2 on the Rochester City Council from 2009 to 2021. He is now executive director of the nonprofit Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, also known as BikeMN. 8 Pitch to raise state aid to Rochester likely on hold<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsGQhNkE64ZIdz8LWRgTc-2BxI0dfJhEUBdlctMii7M29F pxh9LJPRD2R9FNKDFximTCsDBoyfDPqobEPBwXW2eGGp_pK_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJ Xp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDMqcFk7rqEA-2By zx6FEOQurEOeG5G7jzsGc-2BuvCcQc9o-2F-2Bg2K-2B56FvTQqupKDPhlAcNmfX1U9sbUhS0mnkL6RpcAEgMdCkh-2FRqV5i8p9YBa2cO-2FDgYvgntpBdeh-2F5j8qLXNkGR1b-2BYocggHnNNfkG0lVX4n9wVSG-2BFhkCUNLsI2AU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/ba73f0ef-8bb6-4a3d-af3d-2bb0574c9dbe_1743522365947298.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 6:47 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Rochester Post Bulletin<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsgm-2F7McauyGNhNKtR4e8tcU9V09JH7S-2FAiElRwydqa0ifv8_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVE eTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb 9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDHznXbfckxr4g4W7a-2FGuzuNiCNjJECmBzr-2FidqujAdWaTakZr2nW78AkYqFgEiF-2FHikAA3Nu1MtNUbbZ3PjZaFkKzpE3B7VL1 T6umHZrfPtFVXM-2FqWYr1CC5jbI74GfRhKPYsaJ7lNajmEoxD3NjqhA-2BqhfCWKz-2F12yiwo8ApWvs-3D> Author Randy Petersen Today at 6:45 AM Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... or older. Rochester's continued growth, housing construction and large workforce indicate an ability to generate funds within its borders at a higher rate than the other first-class cities, based on the formulas. "The formula is designed for cities that are declining, and we are not," Rochester City Council member Norman Wahl pointed out during a 2024 council discussion of LGA and its impact. Rochester City Administrator Alison Zelms said the city faces an added disadvantage compared to Minneapolis and St. Paul when it comes to providing services expected in a major city. "In some of the larger ... box," he said. While Smith and Sen. Liz Boldon, DFL-Rochester, who submitted Senate versions of the bills, said they are unlikely to get hearings this year, following the lack of hearings on similar proposals last year, both voiced support for continuing to raise awareness of the need. Rochester City Council President Randy Schubring said he appreciates the effort to raise awareness as the city continues to look for other funding sources to cover growing needs, some of which could come from the state. "LGA is one potential solution, but we still have to go to the Legislature and tell the Rochester ... 9 Minutes Emergency Meeting of the Hoyt<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtscHOspZikgYO0cB5hM2NWkxeTxGfJ9SMK-2FO9Qzi-2Bh-2FYnjWFk8LWCUL 9EVQOi3F4pnVOfuKerGPzmjFGHY9jJmWlVco_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl- 2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDDGkc0PRMKftvoF3CcjOC-2B9F pgO42Omp69ynI7l1-2FCqc0zJrnqZdd57Wmlfs8u2mgtzarvamiYbRxykV8XjBAsZ0Z-2BZIPbJVy6TMDYWRxmdG0YBjSLEbbsktVIbaPVzkkU-2FPyPc4WuCq3qJwq7T8Pak9utAgHCP2lZl7olRy-2Bh-2BQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6145057c-617b-49d5-b8ea-3c1ed393c01f_1743522365947341.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 5:06 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Mesabi Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpgBVnr4y3Rfvw9TFA2f-2Bescb8AznYf2Wb8TvcVPaLgj4Ola_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfC HWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuY P6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDavYvMB-2BzMz7YeDcD3bvFlU91yjjnWPQyyJM-2BEhRX1cjBNxEpqS2Dr5DGoGuosz06zACMDaN4Liq6fOcTfKAMGZyPf1BofPrqjxcJTvA-2Bnyr A13SCWRkopE-2BOKRw34hec5hmcpv5EnIoA0eurdSugL2J5sm-2FwA9sYKsjZqTaAPZo-3D> Market Virginia, MN Language English ... Mathison ALSO PRESENT: EMS Director Melanie Olmstead, City Attorney Joel Lewicki by phone, and Deputy Clerk Tammy Snetsinger. Special Meeting was called to order by Mayor Scott at 5:30 p.m. Discussion was held in regards to financial signatory needs following the resignation of the Interim City Administrator. Moved by Jarvela and supported by Eckman to adopt Resolution 2025-007 Authorizing the Appointment of an Interim Financial Signatory. Motion carried unanimously. ADJORNMENT Moved by Grams and supported by Eckman to adjourn the emergency meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 5:54 ... 10 MPD still working through monitor’s first year goals to speed up complaint backlog, finalize policies<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7D fIUNtuvYKYfFRp4acjC1JQZ94Xj4zswc-2BS7waTUyLLNt49Hwh1Uq9uo-2FL3w93hWU5C3rkurvJkF7LnFN8NxyiAP5YLeW1E0_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq- 2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXV efDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDChXhx4563F8eKEX9LEvLN2CsbUQI-2BPyWT1xTnI7BO0Y6Cj3ALH-2B7883fbqMO5ghYyy-2Bv4-2FCPFxnkTugJn1-2FQYg2pYBr05BdoLFq0VYB7Ebv-2FnEg6sHKAvCpUjoXJHhBX8E-2BccUMjIrot9KeVKGi 08HqkG8PfqcCLAv7Aqq0jLfY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/4aa8bb8c-deed-4150-bb68-08b103aee23c_1743522365947385.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 4:44 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3D5TlD_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3 Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXre tkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDtfFE7Fx0sONnb4DkcuWkmBkLP2mvk1asrrYGFrJri67AFuNPBRJJs3jjox3wKTnVMYbRWpZg-2BYqJx-2FxFXKlbCiciogFwAwmTnQv6PUE8pMaA3uVY4SKsMk2 0hPMzRk-2F1SqSoXTj4e9VluqETGmYRjxRNaud7Qu67tedeg5wqTmY-3D> Author Cari Spencer Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... get a gun pointed at them, it's utterly frightening," Gross said. "It's an example of the disconnect between the police and their day-to-day existence and what the community feels about it." Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara answers questions during a press conference after the Minneapolis City Council voted 8 to 4 to approve the new police contract on July 18, 2024. Ben Hovland | MPR News At a February update with city officials, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara said one of the most significant lifts this year had been work on "dozens and dozens" of policies, including marathon sessions ... 11 Yard Wast Site open for allowed use<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttBK8YCv2F7uJPBIkI-2F-2B34n8UJom7MAhSpn6d8iZ0cd4tTaUIOPf4oP-2F Q6qukZWbUkANdIqSox78e2l4hde8mWykCcp_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2 FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDOu4S6MtwEQympbFkhjtvaLA1h9 RuuwUqbRjArzAxSEfqS5-2FH-2B94Iyqm24XPGwkbHBLs7s2kc7hjurUYiwSKAfLrTs4fpxOpyEXF21fsEQzKPzlKa38QzW-2FGm1zTg50HCNKwQ97NwQka6ZvNgZRJeitAAQBlOvKCbngnYzdp7F-2FU-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/default-thumbnails/br_news.png] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 1:09 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Fairmont Sentinel<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLNRbQ6mHxSL0N0UftXr2sdPgmLl04YtO7g1-2Bha6cm5GyuXOz_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3w IvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFai JgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDrHNw63wnZwesSkds61Stu8a5KHe5Zclult2oO4Nh56ezZJTcf6DuqjxuSOLnS1e-2Fxptq8ZuZz8JaLigMhTIMcc-2BWDIO1rM5VqfebW9pv 6olgW2dacQm-2B6-2BMA9VgT13F6uA3U2cXZ7OMbmo3A-2F51S6hAJGLJqHKDzHTlv2rMGxUU-3D> Market Kiester, MN Language English ... s not the contractors that are the problem where stumps are concerned, but those who engage in illegal dumping. "It gets abused but hopefully people are abiding by the rules so we can keep it open," Lardy said. Right now the site is open 24 hours a day though in a recent work session the Fairmont City Council did talk about the possibility of limiting hours to help prevent illegal dumping. "Again it's for city of Fairmont utility customers only. Anyone that's from outside of that is dumping illegally," Lardy said. Anyone who wants more information on the Yard Waste Recycling Site can find it at ... 12 Minneapolis City Council bans rent algorithms<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttseJv3fOTuQ2lPWY8Z62-2FaV7DHb2v8Dl8n9F6pkvoukgkhZ1g DL2gJtWq39whvwMy7SmpK3m4yRCbOhBojKzblyU2v_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dm avCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDYGLWzCpS0Su5vitcRDEv dIfymiGpPGqL4S9YW3lK9kHkaq5I68JKStEfRNGISsaQUBH9nFvX6hAZK-2FBUx48kbQNb8yoDbnvV9AldtzjR3-2BBDb7a2HEH1b0HfR8dcuCbE41PX3zH9JlpYFK0DA-2BQS-2B55g3Duq8zqZlYNELgprt4k-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/55a022ad-ce61-45d2-8bde-bd5209ffd613_1743522365947463.jpeg] Date Collected Apr 1, 2025 12:41 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Daily<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlNJOWN8b6qBAngp7OSU798-3DCp_C_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTy qAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR 3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDp8MZ6TMoOF2TOdMWQ0bSdWH41W-2FazCXaqAtyviEgOLE4M0mDgQHIHmVpP6qXs9Z0Wq3ybQ4s4iRuR2CCLe3KuPHeYfIvuFSpLCEKZ2oqDwaoJNzL2OOSW923xDno43n72K kixA4U9OHV55MwiIEp1csQWswh1Twf1UM0U6LrQRo-3D> Author Maya Bell Market Fergus Falls, MN Language English The Minneapolis City Council voted to ban rent algorithms in Minneapolis on Thursday, making it the fourth U.S. city to ban them. Minneapolis City Council members held a press conference Thursday after successfully banning rent algorithms like the ones used at RealPage. Rent algorithms are algorithms using different landlord pricing information like the characteristics of the building and tenants' personal information to make the rent rates for the ... , destructive practices that landlords like Raystar use, that essentially create housing instability for so many of our residents," Wonsley said. "Rent algorithm software and have no place in a city that champions having an equitable and affordable housing market, especially for our renters." City Council Member Jeremiah Ellison (Ward 5) said the rental ban is to make sure that consumers and renters feel protected from unfair landlord practices. "I think that landlords should be figuring out what they need in terms of rent from their renters in order to provide dignified, adequate service. That's ... 13 Falcon Heights considers charging for Minnesota State Fair parking<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtv7D9Pj7oQnAnZGRmkDQVBP5oihKXDa KytVOwiAxTXs0-2FaGn26dEXAOCE-2Fz6JomZyZ8MzQ4LuLKLSZFwXRof1v9SA9t_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2 FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppz exDdS-2Fpr2P8iJ7ot8rHE5QaWrEHEEuslEyJPGZt0TQ-2BT8StFtcNANwSFcua5AS8PmOPwnP6Ln2jZW9oK-2BdWVrGAUTfa5juLIi7rGCQcCOdlVrrMAHjPbGd5xXlQ1ss4r81E6U6Onc7R4JPvr1yqXth7kMyMYTn1pbgpkG5e5Cecxj4-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/media.cm.com/outlets/40024.jpg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 11:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source CBS Minnesota<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuwF4D0dqCugiy-2FZUf2OgFEvOYLK2CDmYcw6v2x9KNSYM6OP_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP 6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDMURNCXur1AHGGlXWLz0co28ax5cOpshh8HIpT-2BiBPTAQxmAHLb4xzdDyC-2Bwz16TsjGezvPKH-2FnGcOq-2F88bnZg50ghllG1xuxPUSxCJLzQN lF9NnrvVJm-2FgaV-2FtvSo-2FYhsUu11VFn4-2BZihjV1-2FptlXv9N1R-2BTYq6OIkxeKa1-2FdyA-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... support the idea, others are concerned about the potential costs and impacts. "Cars start parking up this way, starting probably around 6:30 a.m., all the way up to Hamline," said Fawks Char, who lives in Falcon Heights. "It's very busy." To address this growing issue, the Falcon Heights City Council is considering charging for parking on certain streets using electronic meters through ParkMobile. The city's State Fair Task Force said that in 2024, they came to the realization that the State Fair's support is very limited, and the city needs a new source of revenue to manage the influx of ... 14 All-way stop installation planned next week at Oxford Street, Crailsheim Road<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsUdNJMjlk4HJuLAGF-2 BEJvMxbbGjvr7-2Fa1Wio1XtQr0aAspjziWoNy90k5v5G4hABbIjk1CJYPDQppmsHj249iJGWa2_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd0 3t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENp mWag5N4qppzexD5fKP8iJYeWUYR7kY9nOsa3YEiYHNkc-2BgNpO1AmTy0bFm1qHjfMZQxSopHosbFbba9oV7ZaH0TqvIjGSiB2Xe-2FDm0Ltj0bdqH1xj5u-2B9oLP7lwen2LyuiT3OMapkSnutwbZWb6rhj4jLE5CKd2l3Q78TOz2nLy1fKlt-2FoM8PzO-2Fc-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8ab45d18-8c6d-4b93-967d-83a0657fd105_1743522365947528.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 9:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Worthington Daily Globe<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsZhmOzBmJfbkbgwd7XFqLA-3Dn3QT_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3N q4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXret kLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDMB11YitRjcnY352bDsZnfD67HWR3Gbr2izyZj6-2F0t-2FRR3mSYOGbMHO76nEe-2FcSfQ2hsZ5hdxijhgwdVS7czyVE73EZs3sXPpAdvzfYryJX2JgCCyxqGtrO 6VriV4psaZ8FH7hH4wgfbSUmohRFmO30PWqQlzbwssA-2B7nmoY0uPk-3D> Market Worthington, MN Language English ... set to take place later in the year. Contributed/Aaron Holmbeck Share Share this article News Reporting News Reporting Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Trust Project WORTHINGTON — Nobles County Public Works will install an all-way stop control at the intersection of Nobles County State Aid Highway 35 (West Oxford Street) and Crailsheim Road next week, depending on weather conditions. The work will include adding two stop signs on West Oxford Street, one each for eastbound and westbound traffic. The ... 15 Artists hope new exhibit at art gallery near George Floyd Square draws visitors<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtua5qgihhHHBukcH6x 2Vid6GxWjRfkdJ66v6zowmJEqVLRj2ZZrXOBZAgWEesvLpLgO9NYigJak4Gk-2F4yrzWf4slN_L_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd0 3t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENp mWag5N4qppzexDpT-2BU0-2Fjei9lcsrLyMi6PgOviTczMRC6zEqZ5AB3eO-2FweW-2FzpK-2FtLqHlykkbI8C1zm8J12Utej-2FDFo9-2F9npueZ9-2BtjH1FVuO6ve9S-2FYt3KsTGr1fjYywMu3t5u69GFPxFSHoyNKwMGQipFyVIwe2lxyBr8UU4Eg8oHB-2Fil fvWve8-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/18acbd5e-b240-4db7-be8e-83691c0c45a5_1743522365947568.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:56 PM CDT Category Digital News Source KARE 11<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPus-2Fy6oNNRer2nqarlcXaKI-3DOWHb_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiU rBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n 6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDMiFVZuEI1sEnAFltVbnGplasCrJdqUZb1qsG6aUFVnZUBm2g32q-2B9nbnd-2Bx5eqeAUoMExquN1-2FZJRTWzDJ6scbv10gEwvIuMhvd5LSZ7Op-2FHxwvbLB5KmtwKJ5kEBzh3UT PlbaWuzND1ZCIzgnENbZk9ljDm-2B6uGi7DWa8NlGyo-3D> Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... ," Rice said. It's a full circle moment – an art gallery blocks from where they grew up, feet from the heart of George Floyd Square, something not lost on the artists. "This space has been such a center for tragedy, but we hope now that we can reimagine futures," CRICE said. Mayor Jacob Frey and city council members are at odds over what the next phase of George Floyd Square should look like. Rice says he's confident their gallery will succeed and act as a magnet to draw in local artists and visitors. "More confident in the fact that I know gallery business can work," Rice said. The current exhibit ... 16 St. Paul mayor declares state of emergency for trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNttvHeHMVjX7S4ckb82w3rDsal6ZuAGeVPA ixHHdRV9P1IcQMgsxtI890MsIVZ46qR3O-2BANJumUJpU7wvSb939pCFaR4_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b 2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDG1 5m7zPUrSlJRHbKqJdShaPW5jGGkvG8zu-2Bi9fO2XS7fjL62KThVBj7e5FzR9lDDekYx5EnWQ8eBnIXOHnKhDdCSpujZ3lkngaWjo807P0jILwz3dirEILpXI8iTU3pcYGCMSgmDCbIguEdY8TnEY1zbaSl67qn-2B97wQCVSuWrY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/1170f826-b772-4d65-90aa-7d85c0ea7b76_1743522365947612.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 6:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minnesota Public Radio<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPtBx0z-2FA42DHLxFvP2A4JjE-3DW3_m_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3 Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXre tkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDTlBOviRqsO7XMyEKCvSgbQyQbJBIHnqFXlvNt592dkAriFmWre59CMMjUkvrPIIaqJpQ-2FUiCRN99pVHDKrIPy96LKqg3pwMAfzFNFlHu2AgpI7nNVNfIwzTdB SY5xmkimNaial171BUW-2FciE4Q-2F4BmG9FoE8opZWWzDATq3mt6E-3D> Author Mark Zdechlik Market Saint Paul, MN Language English St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter declared a state of emergency to ensure trash collection will continue uninterrupted. FCC Environmental Services will start collecting trash for the majority of St. Paul residential households this week. Carter's declaration temporarily suspends zoning regulations to allow trash ... 17 St. Paul mayor declares state of emergency on trash collection<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtta5VO96K-2FraMXPbLZ-2B2Q5O0h9x3FDx ckPuhnCkik8mkxC3CZCqoo-2BSEfd7vcU5UrF9-2BCsDEgKvmZOw9iw4sBXv13lu_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2 FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppz exDE1Pd1ROC2LQ86ALt00jUZ4SUl3haAxJI5-2FaafJ8TEQFLog-2FSZl0jPw-2FGUH6yM-2BW3xBz-2FxNlhPEBmKfWUa5bwm0q0wS3hnnqPyBcqU5VfPMqxbyK4zJYX4kMbkVz3o-2Fx2oA67I-2BsIGw1N-2FE6RB4K-2Fosvo9Oxau3Hr7PGniPSy48o-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/5f2d4163-6437-4665-9091-ac5e9fdd1671_1743522365947639.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 5:47 PM CDT Category Digital News Source TwinCities.com<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPpiE9dbcUUCNTVJjK15W01er-2B5b69IppCe0J8-2BdmRrY0hrbj_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvP fCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgK uYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDpRGcR3a3g3eOudkBBNdSXkNxW-2Bz4QEqV3D3If-2BmdLaQ7BV-2F0Ii8G0Th3C6WKTOp1j4SW2ULP-2FovQFC2l-2FgCd-2F7KMqz3jjTXpEua wvM7W1yzKL7X1ES4UMI-2B74GlycwbJMTL4Lg-2FZ2tC97TUWZoa3q-2Ffz1xwbnZN0-2BSJfSIQkkck-3D> Author Frederick Melo Market Saint Paul, MN Language English With the goal of launching citywide trash collection from a former Randolph Avenue tow lot, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has declared a state of local emergency to take effect Tuesday morning. It will allow the city to temporarily suspend zoning regulations at the site and allow trash-hauling partner FCC Environmental to immediately commence service for more than 60,000 residential accounts. Carter ... another 90 days when the council convenes Wednesday, which will grant the city additional time to work through zoning challenges the council previously supported. Trash collection is "a basic public service that impacts the health and safety of every single person in our community," said the mayor, who addressed reporters from a St. Paul Public Works facility in the North End on Monday. "State law and commonsense dictate that failure to pick up the trash would be unacceptable." The Randolph Avenue site is crucial to launch trash collection operations, according to the ... mayor's staff. Finding another site in the city — with the right zoning and size — is more difficult than many assume, they said. Trash collection How Wednesday's council vote on the extension will go is anyone's guess. At FCC Environmental's request, city staff and the city Planning Commission ... West Seventh/Fort Road Federation against that zoning clarification, effectively freezing FCC Environmental's trash operations out of the site. Since then, council members have been deluged with calls and letters from the public, demanding to know if their trash collection was in jeopardy, as the mayor and Public Works officials have suggested. Carter was joined Monday by Council Members Anika Bowie and Cheniqua Johnson, who called garbage collection an essential service that trumps zoning concerns, at least in the short term. A council decision revisited The council members also noted that ... a Public Works yard, which is allowed under light industrial or I-1 zoning? Following the lead of Council President Rebecca Noecker, who represents the neighborhood, the five council members voted to support the appeal on March 19. Johnson was absent at the time and the Ward 4 seat is vacant. The mayor joined St. Paul Department of Safety and Inspections Director Angie Wiese on Monday in emphasizing that garbage collection meets the definition of "Public Works" under state law, an allowable use under the city's "I-1" zoning. Bowie on Monday said that neighborhood concerns about the volume of ... 18 ICE arrests second student in Minnesota, this time at MSU Mankato<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsRKmF44Dhxn6-2BTVf96DK-2Fr9PjkF XmbzVw9PbBPfH8bod7Y6s0FC-2Fxs4c5P-2Bpj-2FnEFzaY0LvDPKFT-2FEHUTUJiTc3zyA_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t60 9Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag 5N4qppzexDffrUiupfoS3-2BJvfxHPC6jF2ATvIHYK8Q3pqQHDPs8ZMlUMIOUZOQx8lgsdqWgi4R6MCvTHP9z8UxjzJNtNV2gu8stbW5P3tAx3ugFiLlJV8u-2FsKh1qHv89PTlEm-2Fzyzv468Iv4rrvpxC0y3k-2BRMHSaZdu-2Fa1zXRCCFskEZE-2BkAY-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/6877933f-75a0-46c9-984e-ac09ab3a3d8c_1743522365947668.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 5:20 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Sahan Journal<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPsjYMKN1HZAx-2FXaNmr1UtP51MVw6KNVatGlbgBgEdOagRost_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCH Wq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP 6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDZM6EiemrTEI4pHa1j7Mo8TkVsHq2QEnLy280DbvCXxDsRUZ4Vs-2F9goGE4aa96y0kWO1d3RnjvKD-2BYIediy1NSMXD06S6gWMwNk1BA1I1Skqm8O 9zeD9c03OhftznoqnttQ-2BZPh4wUEA2GSyb3YKfOv4I8Y5Qstgut7J5hDF4ASs-3D> Author Becky Z. Dernbach Market Saint Paul, MN Language English ... support to the Carlson student. The university declined to share more information about their identity or the incident, citing the student's request for privacy. MSU-Mankato said that ICE had provided no information about the Mankato student's detention. Fateh, who is also running for Minneapolis mayor, said he was trying to connect the Mankato student with legal representation. Demonstrators gather near the U of M's Northrup Auditorium on March 31, 2025, to protest ICE's arrest of an international student. Credit: Aaron Nesheim | Sahan Journal ICE did not respond to Sahan Journal requests for ... 19 St. Paul to declare state of emergency to resolve trash 'crisis'<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvDKwKR0Voi1traMh8yw4l19iHLLFtGYN H0Eb6A61-2F7sCMFADOHiBRfjEYCX-2BDVkXRI2RMoAblVXsTI2KOf1wkFdyVi_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2Fc C3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzex DI8QCOx1u4IamHlufMuVkAXrybsxrmge5ykZppj2z60QLMjn7py8T2g42FjD06MqquUBwgskrnoioy-2BFDkSFFXALZe0QNkqdAoIAocdsFuavne09kyTBvNdoNMh0QOY2tprgIQsA-2Fue0B3jj9cu7YtaFoOsZiwVn-2BIePM4XKzU4w-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8ddc0a21-3619-467b-80df-c230b59eb5da_1743522365947702.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 4:06 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Minneapolis Star Tribune<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPh2BYOfjk6Y-2FZFANAjSA3OzJDNZ1URwzLgT4VI9TNy3-2Flar1_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbV EeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6E b9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDRLkuTsrAV-2F-2BGCocj0Qs0iEpv2CFGYVwLos11SXshvVmc7koYZ2zaeXozpzQRvQpDiTSXA1svukzfHATkMkU6VrFSOyt50rSAQ XEY6v-2BFkCzxIBDdvnFS8AvH15jVr0KgLStWrbl7Os7qMxkTDmhVf3-2Ft74-2BF6mQLLLeaOJRUjv8-3D> Author Josie Albertson-Grove Market Minneapolis, MN Language English ... with small haulers. But a zoning vote from the City Council raised big questions about where the new hauler would base its operations. Carter raised the possibility that there would not be trash collection on April 1, and called the situation a crisis. "We will ensure that there's trash pickup," Public Works Director Sean Kershaw said on Monday. FCC Environmental, a Spanish garbage and recycling company, won the city's garbage business in 2024, and bought a property at 560 Randolph Ave., to use as a central dispatch yard. The site now holds a parking lot and a small office, but eventually the company ... 20 ML considers city hall improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtu-2FmS43d1DUsMkGgfjan7KSh-2FVFqZk94-2FfjQlh8O5nDbo-2BzC4A4-2F Ud85eBhYwGSBvxID2lyQw5FiR7IG99Qx6A7TCN2_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmav Cl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexD6CBKR86C8PV1AVJOJo5Iur QorbWejFt0xDthisWXSCiV3QxJkXgKsk4X20DvdXeRQE2PqBHhK4o6MkBwZi42FVZYJbEG-2BiyHNDs9CQqSTpTRgKtSuOpJPN1vpyN9zPNQrrYGKjW8m9tK6uR8qr4YpNDStMJv-2BBX-2FEsC2VQc09HQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/d327b083-b04b-42d1-a227-b72777f61cbe_1743522365947728.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 3:41 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Windom Citizen Online<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPlmS9REEtMP-2Bnw9p-2BL5-2BbUY-3DD8rc_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FY MI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHb XretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDi8Bo3gGyGbMNcs3Mj-2FnLDywr78rSU1ve3OS9RDZwVhS8qBZs6hKh81WeDcOWq1hC8QHVKl2t32PMcRteyLEQXB2SO2Uw6iON7fBiBpquVowUnCUC12OGlX -2BsFw-2FzDbC4z4PP75D8HdDhxLzp7HMQjfXgeZ6CmOynugNjYAphw5k-3D> Market Windom, MN Language English Mt. Lake city council heard ideas of replacing furnace and air conditioning units at city hall at the latest council meeting. John Hall of Handy Heating and Cooling presented an estimate to the city council for replacing the furnaces and air conditioning units at city hall with cold climate heat pumps although no action was taken. After some discussion, council decided to seek one more estimate before making a decision. city administrator Michael Mueller will obtain a bid from St. James Electric, ... which will be presented at the April city council meeting. The furnace at city hall is 25 years old. 21 Park Rapids City Council OKs bidding specs for joint city-county project<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtuIeHLR3t7pf6uD0A303jMW42 1TAV9Rz-2BKS0NBvfbboUcHC3wsqBYx6HMl8eoMVxhRd5h6xiTuKwpxx96tdQ4ymB726_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zg s5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4 qppzexDn4nfp8PNLxnnZKbSfVNPomlweMWBsohS-2FH0yaU9GcaO8EHGnpJVYRcpE6LgcVUDI1PVMMAjMF-2F5OC1B-2BHdsbpqq4B-2BNkykO3Sezxyv-2Fpd5prJKhL1Ld20coAMoiHWL6TK5hlhOlXwxj4lhX7hkbEOISx07GwSZOh069XMeSV2sQ-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/45acbb56-e7a1-413a-98e3-77de086b553d_1743522365947788.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 3:32 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Park Rapids Enterprise<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuf9vboPrLTO7c5oFDmAVEttnJ2NPWdIs2rgCXjCfX856sdx_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFa iJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDdx-2FgCs1hKy-2B-2FuQf8zpLLxPtXxoZvb49UKosjRikiDgSSB4ozgxEQxSjRpiX4NzqMlY4lGSENcJAn7PaiB2yrTtR5KdzfZgkFu-2BP vvxUa8bU622LiIhXQhwyr1fgU4lRHLtcZjN0tin6p5g9afOCUgWnoDhn1fhZlA0NWEbdnjlg-3D> Author Robin Fish Today at 3:29 PM Market Park Rapids, MN Language English __ 22 Park Rapids City Council seeks grants for park improvements<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtvFMmuf3KM38-2Bpmu3F7oQW33WAHNN2mB-2FR NzNzWhwdBT8R6TJAmbDfKg-2FDN5NDhckER85AvzGyoux2lTzCIUKyyic9K_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b 2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDuc 3-2B8oYa8r7CzWvyKRR-2FxBkS9tgCaRmbcAG92mY77GMOHZDh0Jv4Xlrt1fuj2pCkvyXnsOpg24l9OUsKiRd8omEr0znMXR24DTgBB-2BWbJ4TS2M1xGk4DwMwQcdV-2F6S5QXTL9X9h61sUdUy91BTwU-2FfhSyonOGtSKVmxr3KN48pg-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/8e926b4e-62a9-4705-aae8-6b01e534feac_1743522365947847.jpeg] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 12:29 PM CDT Category Digital News Source Park Rapids Enterprise<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPuf9vboPrLTO7c5oFDmAVEttnJ2NPWdIs2rgCXjCfX85wSok_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3 wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFa iJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDtNPZy412HQEbyIP53bytkL3-2BgZrNA2mPtmWP2Aq-2FfvS6XoiXdYDGbO5ne-2BNRKI-2FwVYxOSKKgVwI-2Biok8AbzkqXu7pxdXN7Zvb YHqItEharpfww3aoD5cjiHpgID2bqPKl0obVrL631j9aaHuv-2F8vUwr5Z3Cn6KULSgjwak0jJsY-3D> Author Robin Fish Today at 12:20 PM Market Park Rapids, MN Language English __ 23 Extended train stops in Vergas discussed by county, city and railroad officials<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtt5zhnIwjYGUJ66VPy 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Focus<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPklFk80YJs7nXD6hBljTrC2Nz7nAEEOj7B4QNgnaIAPZPNwn_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq- 2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2 FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDGWJQx4ERWyNklRR2F0HzWoR1Zq1Z-2FqdodPpexoVPLqayHkxAPcdurJQKwY24qMLlfdMy-2F2-2BgLKUJEEK9GovE-2FzzK4oQGE3SHoBDqsgPpcn-2F kpemCtbteu0chmp7bIE3Ux9utc-2Fh2Muz-2FHDhMnEqevT-2Fm3SoE7v-2F8nBnVZNJDYBM-3D> Market Perham, MN Language English ... met with officials from Otter Tail County, the city of Vergas and nearby townships on Wednesday, March 26, to discuss the ongoing delays at the railroad crossings at Main Street/Frazee Avenue. Otter Tail County Highway Engineer Krysten Foster convened the meeting, which was attended by Vergas Mayor Dwight Lundgren and Clerk Julie Lammers, CPKC Senior Manager of Community Affairs Andy Cummings and CPKC Minnesota District Superintendent Joey Reyes. Also in attendance were representatives from Hobart and Candor townships. Lundgren and township officials expressed frustration about the extended ... 24 Mayor Monday with Tom Berg, Mayor of Lonsdale 3-31-25<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.4tHssnWZ4-2BKCkV-2Fa38yOLBcgIQQFpMsFr2j7DfIUNtsR2nD9-2F1VDj6EqHssiMZGnfRh27mun5AMwXOWHFNb ErCmc-2Bwpsjf3tDyATsxBOpcbzIIxtcSjtM25-2FhOJ45cFYMybc_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPfCHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4u c1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKuYP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDR0tgB-2B Pvg-2FdLaxGime0wIgjJ-2BJsBSxRsKNHo6E26bP0PZ7uxhxoUVgtWqDn4b-2BCfnkeHXARQn6FbE-2BTrHsGdwygoWTTNk7w2a-2F6S-2FMLUZFepLKGlhAJQpkZ3HpuyplKT-2BgXG33rA4-2BsC088CImoMzew9TndSbyAtY0BCVT64Ewk-3D> [https://zstorage.criticalmention.com/static/news.png] [https://prod-archive.criticalmention.com/thumbnails/81435/22764/048246d9-61e7-40f1-9cf3-9e2e70f16819_1743522365947945.png] Date Collected Mar 31, 2025 11:25 AM CDT Category Digital News Source Ingstad Media<https://u36978946.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.HtSHDPQp-2Btu72baAJLixPutO-2BLwbHcTtmgfo6Whgc2DZrUP7nV9XAvZmOQcg-2Bi5wbPpw_39v8nJo0ccDED86P1Jbx3Mv35mXGM3MWBlqYFbVEeTZA3wIvPf CHWq-2FYMI3Nq4VaaoTyqAXHiUrBc33COy5qvMW9Zo9RGsyq-2FTtEIFfBvE-2Fg6KfQqnEd03t609Zgs5-2FcC3b2hol4uc1k4JJXp26dmavCl-2FDxrbwDZrTJEyNJqbGW3Hr5Dp56atx3ZyTc11m-2BubbCYVnIQxqNWIrjpCqtksoxWgI5tgQm6Eb9aNFaiJgKu YP6-2FHbXretkLIWWlyR3KU06n6m-2BanOuYjagIjr3OPaYXVefDsRJDctaj4URcJ03ucxENpmWag5N4qppzexDKFrvDHYZLW6-2B0mNAMDbFGRcu6k8q5L0thGM0EfMkAKZa0E9-2BFx03z6R8zSIOcZ1iINssWopenybGbaX4-2FC1d2NgQVq3AAQIOrYq-2BSVo2 rLVTyo0diP7Xj6nW3pKanlJSDvruz3sfd-2B9xAgdJpWfy9kj6-2BMA2qI0SmFHyyCZIBrI-3D> Market Hutchinson, MN Language English Lonsdale Mayor Tom Berg appeared on our Mayor Monday Conversation. He spoke of workshops he's been attending and city commissions he's been monitoring . He gave a listing of events coming up or events that he had attended. A public hearing on a new Chicken Ordinance is coming up April 21 and the Library will celebrate its birthday April 10 ... 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Hi Jack Thank you for responding to my concerns. I did take the time to view all 4 of the videos of meetings you sent. There were times of technical stoppage, so I might not have gotten every bit of them , but most. If, I got it right, these were council meetings & not task force meetings. It appears to me, that the council was willing to go along with the task force recommendations before presenting it to all the residents. You even admit the meeting on the 26th was the first to raise awareness on this issue. Even though I'm against this, I would accept & go along with what the majority of residents would want. Why not do a survey of each household? If you would look at Facebook Falcon Heights Neighbors (MN) , you could see a lot of controversy & confusion about this. (There are several different feeds on it.) I have heard a lot of comments from outside of our city, as well, also expressing confusion & concerns for our residents. If this is implemented, I have huge concerns over the cost $25 & only 1 pass per household, not even in front of the owners house. The Council kept referring to $25 is what the fair charges. Don't forget, that's inside the grounds not 4-10 blocks away. Also, do we want to reduce our welcoming city to the greed of the state fair? I really hope this can be resolved for the best for the best of our residents. Thanks again, Margaret Barrett ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 6:05 PM To: margaret barrett <mmtb45@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: State fair paid parking Hi Margaret, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your observations. We're tracking comments received to provide them to the City Council & State Fair Task Force (SFTF) for their review as they develop a plan. My role as an appointed administrator is to execute policy as laid out by the City Council and to manage operations of the City. To know what the City Council's policy directives are, we have regular workshop meetings to provide myself and the rest of staff direction on how to approach certain topics. The meeting on 3/26 may have been the first meeting that raised awareness on the issue, but the State Fair Task Force had discussed the topic at four meetings (1/15, 2/19, 3/12, 3/19) and the City Council had discussed it at length at three workshops (2/5, 3/5, 3/12), which are all televised here<https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/typeview.php?regionid=97&typeid=2>. The proposal to implement paid parking via e-meters was given support at each meeting and we had clear direction heading in to the public hearing on the proposal. That gave staff the direction on how to build the program. The feedback from the hearing provides valuable insight to the City Council and task force on the issues that still need to be worked out such as passes, pricing, location and more. Staff recommended the City Council take two actions to initiate the process if e-meters were supported: adopting an ordinance allowing e-meters, and allowing staff to negotiate and finalize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor. Both were approved, so the e-meter allowance has been added to City Code and we are finalizing the contract with ParkMobile as our attorneys work out the details. The information surrounding these items was included in the City Council packet, which was posted the Friday before the meeting as always, here.<https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/ 5802/638781730906070000> We spelled out exactly what action was being requested following the public hearing and the Mayor walked through the steps before the public hearing opened, but I do apologize if there was confusion around what would be occurring. The suggestions to do a survey and limit north/south parking on certain streets in Northome will be shared with Council & the SFTF for their consideration. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: margaret barrett <mmtb45@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 11:08 AM To: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: State fair paid parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Dear Jack I want to voice my concern’s over the proposed idea of charging people for parking in our area during the state fair. First, I’m totally against it. I attended last weeks meeting to gather information, since I wasn’t sure how I felt. After listening to residents views on both sides, I came to my conclusion. I was shocked that after 2 & 1/2 hrs of discussion, votes were taken & passed within 5 minutes. Many of us walked out of there confused. What just happened ? It has since been clarified that a decision on implementing paid parking was not voted on. I feel you & the council are in favor & had your minds made up before this meeting. I would like to see a survey to each homeowner just asking , yes or no. I also suggest you restrict all parking on Albert & Pascal from Hoyt to Larpenteur during the fair. This would greatly improve safety for intersections & alley access. If you do go thru with charged parking, & give each homeowner at least 2 passes, how much money will you really make? Is it worth it to alienate many of our residents & visitors? Please take time to really find out what Falcon Hts residents want. This is causing angst in our community. Thank you, Margaret Barrett 1437 Hoyt Ave W Sent from my iPhone 20250401120815,margaret barrett mmtb45@hotmail.com,_Mail@falconheights.org_ Mail@falconheights.org_190.eml You don't often get email from mmtb45@hotmail.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I will also forward my last response to Jack. For some reason it isn't part of this. ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 6:05 PM To: margaret barrett <mmtb45@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: State fair paid parking Hi Margaret, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your observations. We're tracking comments received to provide them to the City Council & State Fair Task Force (SFTF) for their review as they develop a plan. My role as an appointed administrator is to execute policy as laid out by the City Council and to manage operations of the City. To know what the City Council's policy directives are, we have regular workshop meetings to provide myself and the rest of staff direction on how to approach certain topics. The meeting on 3/26 may have been the first meeting that raised awareness on the issue, but the State Fair Task Force had discussed the topic at four meetings (1/15, 2/19, 3/12, 3/19) and the City Council had discussed it at length at three workshops (2/5, 3/5, 3/12), which are all televised here<https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/typeview.php?regionid=97&typeid=2>. The proposal to implement paid parking via e-meters was given support at each meeting and we had clear direction heading in to the public hearing on the proposal. That gave staff the direction on how to build the program. The feedback from the hearing provides valuable insight to the City Council and task force on the issues that still need to be worked out such as passes, pricing, location and more. Staff recommended the City Council take two actions to initiate the process if e-meters were supported: adopting an ordinance allowing e-meters, and allowing staff to negotiate and finalize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor. Both were approved, so the e-meter allowance has been added to City Code and we are finalizing the contract with ParkMobile as our attorneys work out the details. The information surrounding these items was included in the City Council packet, which was posted the Friday before the meeting as always, here.<https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/ 5802/638781730906070000> We spelled out exactly what action was being requested following the public hearing and the Mayor walked through the steps before the public hearing opened, but I do apologize if there was confusion around what would be occurring. The suggestions to do a survey and limit north/south parking on certain streets in Northome will be shared with Council & the SFTF for their consideration. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: margaret barrett <mmtb45@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 11:08 AM To: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: State fair paid parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Dear Jack I want to voice my concern’s over the proposed idea of charging people for parking in our area during the state fair. First, I’m totally against it. I attended last weeks meeting to gather information, since I wasn’t sure how I felt. After listening to residents views on both sides, I came to my conclusion. I was shocked that after 2 & 1/2 hrs of discussion, votes were taken & passed within 5 minutes. Many of us walked out of there confused. What just happened ? It has since been clarified that a decision on implementing paid parking was not voted on. I feel you & the council are in favor & had your minds made up before this meeting. I would like to see a survey to each homeowner just asking , yes or no. I also suggest you restrict all parking on Albert & Pascal from Hoyt to Larpenteur during the fair. This would greatly improve safety for intersections & alley access. If you do go thru with charged parking, & give each homeowner at least 2 passes, how much money will you really make? Is it worth it to alienate many of our residents & visitors? Please take time to really find out what Falcon Hts residents want. This is causing angst in our community. Thank you, Margaret Barrett 1437 Hoyt Ave W Sent from my iPhone 20250401120936,margaret barrett mmtb45@hotmail.com,_Mail@falconheights.org_ Mail@falconheights.org_191.eml You don't often get email from mmtb45@hotmail.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. My latest response to Jack's letter to me. Thank you ________________________________ From: margaret barrett <mmtb45@hotmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 5:01 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: State fair paid parking Hi Jack Thank you for responding to my concerns. I did take the time to view all 4 of the videos of meetings you sent. There were times of technical stoppage, so I might not have gotten every bit of them , but most. If, I got it right, these were council meetings & not task force meetings. It appears to me, that the council was willing to go along with the task force recommendations before presenting it to all the residents. You even admit the meeting on the 26th was the first to raise awareness on this issue. Even though I'm against this, I would accept & go along with what the majority of residents would want. Why not do a survey of each household? If you would look at Facebook Falcon Heights Neighbors (MN) , you could see a lot of controversy & confusion about this. (There are several different feeds on it.) I have heard a lot of comments from outside of our city, as well, also expressing confusion & concerns for our residents. If this is implemented, I have huge concerns over the cost $25 & only 1 pass per household, not even in front of the owners house. The Council kept referring to $25 is what the fair charges. Don't forget, that's inside the grounds not 4-10 blocks away. Also, do we want to reduce our welcoming city to the greed of the state fair? I really hope this can be resolved for the best for the best of our residents. Thanks again, Margaret Barrett ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 6:05 PM To: margaret barrett <mmtb45@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: State fair paid parking Hi Margaret, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your observations. We're tracking comments received to provide them to the City Council & State Fair Task Force (SFTF) for their review as they develop a plan. My role as an appointed administrator is to execute policy as laid out by the City Council and to manage operations of the City. To know what the City Council's policy directives are, we have regular workshop meetings to provide myself and the rest of staff direction on how to approach certain topics. The meeting on 3/26 may have been the first meeting that raised awareness on the issue, but the State Fair Task Force had discussed the topic at four meetings (1/15, 2/19, 3/12, 3/19) and the City Council had discussed it at length at three workshops (2/5, 3/5, 3/12), which are all televised here<https://webstreaming.ctv15.org/typeview.php?regionid=97&typeid=2>. The proposal to implement paid parking via e-meters was given support at each meeting and we had clear direction heading in to the public hearing on the proposal. That gave staff the direction on how to build the program. The feedback from the hearing provides valuable insight to the City Council and task force on the issues that still need to be worked out such as passes, pricing, location and more. Staff recommended the City Council take two actions to initiate the process if e-meters were supported: adopting an ordinance allowing e-meters, and allowing staff to negotiate and finalize a contract with ParkMobile to be a vendor. Both were approved, so the e-meter allowance has been added to City Code and we are finalizing the contract with ParkMobile as our attorneys work out the details. The information surrounding these items was included in the City Council packet, which was posted the Friday before the meeting as always, here.<https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/ 5802/638781730906070000> We spelled out exactly what action was being requested following the public hearing and the Mayor walked through the steps before the public hearing opened, but I do apologize if there was confusion around what would be occurring. The suggestions to do a survey and limit north/south parking on certain streets in Northome will be shared with Council & the SFTF for their consideration. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: margaret barrett <mmtb45@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, March 31, 2025 11:08 AM To: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: State fair paid parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Dear Jack I want to voice my concern’s over the proposed idea of charging people for parking in our area during the state fair. First, I’m totally against it. I attended last weeks meeting to gather information, since I wasn’t sure how I felt. After listening to residents views on both sides, I came to my conclusion. I was shocked that after 2 & 1/2 hrs of discussion, votes were taken & passed within 5 minutes. Many of us walked out of there confused. What just happened ? It has since been clarified that a decision on implementing paid parking was not voted on. I feel you & the council are in favor & had your minds made up before this meeting. I would like to see a survey to each homeowner just asking , yes or no. I also suggest you restrict all parking on Albert & Pascal from Hoyt to Larpenteur during the fair. This would greatly improve safety for intersections & alley access. If you do go thru with charged parking, & give each homeowner at least 2 passes, how much money will you really make? Is it worth it to alienate many of our residents & visitors? Please take time to really find out what Falcon Hts residents want. This is causing angst in our community. Thank you, Margaret Barrett 1437 Hoyt Ave W Sent from my iPhone 20250401210836,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_rob.stephens@easypark.net_ rob.stephens@easypark.net_196.eml Hi Rob I got your voicemail this afternoon but I was in meetings all day so I missed you until it was way too late to call back. I've got a call with one of our attorneys tomorrow afternoon and I'll see if I can get a time for the two to connect. In the meantime, I want to see how you would propose the agreement as a one-year contract with automatic renewals unless terminated by the other party prior to renewal. I understand there would be costs of signs/materials that ParkMobile invests that were factored to be recouped over three years, but having flexibility would be important for buy-in to the program. If a one-year proposal is not an option, I'll work with the city attorney to clarify the termination language more to spell out what the parties would be responsible for in the contract breach, and what defines a breach. Thanks and I'll follow up with getting some times that would work for our attorney to get a meeting set up. Jack 20250403084139,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org, Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falco_197.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, Here are slides for nForce. They should explain generally how it works and what it looks like. If you have any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] Nforce Enforcement with ParkMobile nForce ParkMobile nForce enables your enforcement team to check that the vehicles parked on-street or in lots have paid for parking. Your enforcement team can use this solution in the field to verify parking payment prior to issuing a citation or other penalty. ParkMobile nForce can be accessed via any internet-enabled mobile device. It will show all active ParkMobile parking sessions in real-time. If you use another enforcement solution that integrates with ParkMobile, you may not need access to ParkMobile nForce. In these cases, nForce serves as a backup for your primary enforcement solution. Nforce Enforcement Options Nforce Pay-by-Zone Flow Nforce Pay-by-Zone Flow 20250403084232,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_198.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. When do you have time for a call? I'm travelling until 3pm today. Then I've got time tomorrow. Best, Rob On Tue, Apr 1, 2025 at 9:08 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob I got your voicemail this afternoon but I was in meetings all day so I missed you until it was way too late to call back. I've got a call with one of our attorneys tomorrow afternoon and I'll see if I can get a time for the two to connect. In the meantime, I want to see how you would propose the agreement as a one-year contract with automatic renewals unless terminated by the other party prior to renewal. I understand there would be costs of signs/materials that ParkMobile invests that were factored to be recouped over three years, but having flexibility would be important for buy-in to the program. If a one-year proposal is not an option, I'll work with the city attorney to clarify the termination language more to spell out what the parties would be responsible for in the contract breach, and what defines a breach. Thanks and I'll follow up with getting some times that would work for our attorney to get a meeting set up. Jack -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250403084743,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Mona mehowley@hotmail.com_199.eml Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:41 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: nForce Slides Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, Here are slides for nForce. They should explain generally how it works and what it looks like. If you have any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] Nforce Enforcement with ParkMobile nForce ParkMobile nForce enables your enforcement team to check that the vehicles parked on-street or in lots have paid for parking. Your enforcement team can use this solution in the field to verify parking payment prior to issuing a citation or other penalty. ParkMobile nForce can be accessed via any internet-enabled mobile device. It will show all active ParkMobile parking sessions in real-time. If you use another enforcement solution that integrates with ParkMobile, you may not need access to ParkMobile nForce. In these cases, nForce serves as a backup for your primary enforcement solution. Nforce Enforcement Options Nforce Pay-by-Zone Flow Nforce Pay-by-Zone Flow 20250403084916,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,'Georgiana May' gmay@umn.edu_200.eml Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:41 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: nForce Slides Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, Here are slides for nForce. They should explain generally how it works and what it looks like. If you have any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] Nforce Enforcement with ParkMobile nForce ParkMobile nForce enables your enforcement team to check that the vehicles parked on-street or in lots have paid for parking. Your enforcement team can use this solution in the field to verify parking payment prior to issuing a citation or other penalty. ParkMobile nForce can be accessed via any internet-enabled mobile device. It will show all active ParkMobile parking sessions in real-time. If you use another enforcement solution that integrates with ParkMobile, you may not need access to ParkMobile nForce. In these cases, nForce serves as a backup for your primary enforcement solution. Nforce Enforcement Options Nforce Pay-by-Zone Flow Nforce Pay-by-Zone Flow 20250403091139,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_201.eml Hi Rob, I'm pretty open tomorrow if you want to give me a call. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:42 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Contract Question / Attorney Conenction Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. When do you have time for a call? I'm travelling until 3pm today. Then I've got time tomorrow. Best, Rob On Tue, Apr 1, 2025 at 9:08 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob I got your voicemail this afternoon but I was in meetings all day so I missed you until it was way too late to call back. I've got a call with one of our attorneys tomorrow afternoon and I'll see if I can get a time for the two to connect. In the meantime, I want to see how you would propose the agreement as a one-year contract with automatic renewals unless terminated by the other party prior to renewal. I understand there would be costs of signs/materials that ParkMobile invests that were factored to be recouped over three years, but having flexibility would be important for buy-in to the program. If a one-year proposal is not an option, I'll work with the city attorney to clarify the termination language more to spell out what the parties would be responsible for in the contract breach, and what defines a breach. Thanks and I'll follow up with getting some times that would work for our attorney to get a meeting set up. Jack -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250403102210,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_202.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks. Hope you are doing okay. Would it be a good idea for us (w Jack?) to review how a sub-group should function? Do you have Tom Prather’s email? If possible, I want to look at his model, ahead of the Monday meeting. Lastly- on the Code of Conduct, I think I missed something you were telling me. So would like to talk more but not urgently, given your and Bruce’s situation. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 8:49 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:41 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: nForce Slides Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, Here are slides for nForce. They should explain generally how it works and what it looks like. If you have any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250403102720,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu_203.eml Here is Tom's email address: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com I think it's a good idea to discuss with Jack how sub-group should function. Would you be okay taking on that? Bruce has an appointment with a urologist Tuesday afternoon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 10:21 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Fw: nForce Slides Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks. Hope you are doing okay. Would it be a good idea for us (w Jack?) to review how a sub-group should function? Do you have Tom Prather’s email? If possible, I want to look at his model, ahead of the Monday meeting. Lastly- on the Code of Conduct, I think I missed something you were telling me. So would like to talk more but not urgently, given your and Bruce’s situation. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 8:49 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:41 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: nForce Slides Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, Here are slides for nForce. They should explain generally how it works and what it looks like. If you have any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250403104442,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_204.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thank you. Give Bruce my best. I told Bob and Rice’ of the cancer (not details) because I knew they would care and would not be intrusive. Just know that we are here for you, as well as Bruce, and ready to help. Bob and I leave for NYC on the train on Tuesday, will be good to take a break and have fun with the grandchildren. Hoping that the train runs smoothly enough to be relaxing, and get us there and back. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 10:27 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Here is Tom's email address: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> I think it's a good idea to discuss with Jack how sub-group should function. Would you be okay taking on that? Bruce has an appointment with a urologist Tuesday afternoon. Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 10:21 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Fw: nForce Slides Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks. Hope you are doing okay. Would it be a good idea for us (w Jack?) to review how a sub-group should function? Do you have Tom Prather’s email? If possible, I want to look at his model, ahead of the Monday meeting. Lastly- on the Code of Conduct, I think I missed something you were telling me. So would like to talk more but not urgently, given your and Bruce’s situation. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 8:49 AM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:41 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: nForce Slides Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, Here are slides for nForce. They should explain generally how it works and what it looks like. If you have any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250403113828,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_205.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Ok, I'll give you a call tomorrow afternoon Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Thu, Apr 3, 2025, 9:11 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I'm pretty open tomorrow if you want to give me a call. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:42 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Contract Question / Attorney Conenction Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. When do you have time for a call? I'm travelling until 3pm today. Then I've got time tomorrow. Best, Rob On Tue, Apr 1, 2025 at 9:08 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob I got your voicemail this afternoon but I was in meetings all day so I missed you until it was way too late to call back. I've got a call with one of our attorneys tomorrow afternoon and I'll see if I can get a time for the two to connect. In the meantime, I want to see how you would propose the agreement as a one-year contract with automatic renewals unless terminated by the other party prior to renewal. I understand there would be costs of signs/materials that ParkMobile invests that were factored to be recouped over three years, but having flexibility would be important for buy-in to the program. If a one-year proposal is not an option, I'll work with the city attorney to clarify the termination language more to spell out what the parties would be responsible for in the contract breach, and what defines a breach. Thanks and I'll follow up with getting some times that would work for our attorney to get a meeting set up. Jack -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250403200115,Gary Rost garyadguard-falheights@yahoo.com,_jack.linehan@falconheights.org_ jack.linehan@falconheights.org_206.eml You don't often get email from garyadguard-falheights@yahoo.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hello, I did not know what an e-meter was, so I put it into a search engine and the first page of results was all about a device that had something to do with the Church of Scientology. That was creepy. You might want to come up with another name for it. E-meter is not mentioned at all at the ParkMobile website. Perhaps just call it what it is: ParkMobile app. Gets a good score at the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parkmobile-park-pay-go/id365399299. Gary Rost Falcon Heights 20250404095321,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, _ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, _207.eml Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 2024 2025 33610 0 0 0 0 34310 0 250000 0 250000 36211 0 0 36400 0 0 0 0 201 0 250000 39200 0 0 0 0 0 250000 60100 0 8500 60520 0 2500 60530 0 18720 64011 0 600 64012 0 800 64031 0 150 64032 0 25 64033 0 15 64034 0 15 0 31325 70100 0 10000 70300 0 10000 70440 0 2000 73000 0 2000 0 24000 80310 0 850 86010 0 1500 86100 0 21837.5 87500 0 47000 89000 0 0 0 71187.5 -201 0 126512.5 0 0 0 123487.5 0 123487.5 ACCOUNT BUDGET ESTIMATED NUMBER ACCOUNT TITLE REVENUES: INTERGOVERNMENTAL GRANTS TOTAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL CHARGES FOR SERVICES TOTAL CHARGES FOR SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS TOTAL REVENUES OTHER FINANCING SOURCES TRANSFERS TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES TOTAL REVENUES & EXPENDITURES: COMPENSATION REGULAR SALARIES PART-TIME EMPLOYEES SEASONAL EMPLOYEES PERA CONTRIBUTIONS FICA CONTRIBUTIONS HOSPITALIZATION DENTAL LONG-TERM DISABILITY LIFE INSURANCE TOTAL COMPENSATION MATERIALS & SUPPLIES SUPPLIES PRINT & PUBLISHING & ADVERTISING TOTAL MATERIALS & SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES AUDIT TOTAL OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES TOTAL EXPENDITURES FUND BALANCE - JANUARY 1 CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE FUND BALANCE - DECEMBER 31 PARKING MANAGEMENT (211) Allocation of staff salary for installation of signs, administration of program for OT weekends Part-time office support if needed for management of program, additional weekend coverage Parking Ambassadors - 144 hours * $25/hr * four employees plus shift supervisors at $30/hr for 144 hours AMBASSADOR SUPPLIES 2,000 hang tags at $5 per (assuming 4 per eligible household, increased security on tags) 6 iPads for enforcement, vests/uniforms, hotspots Postage SALES TAX PARKING METER FEES - GROSS PARKMOBILE FEES MILEAGE / VEHICLE USE ADDITIONAL PARKMOBILE SIGNAGE This is an asterisk, I'm getting exact number of signs shortly but there is potential we have to purchase more signs than PM provides 20250404122817,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Mona mehowley@hotmail.com_208.eml Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:41 AM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: nForce Slides Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack and Paula, Here are slides for nForce. They should explain generally how it works and what it looks like. If you have any questions, let me know. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] Nforce Enforcement with ParkMobile nForce ParkMobile nForce enables your enforcement team to check that the vehicles parked on-street or in lots have paid for parking. Your enforcement team can use this solution in the field to verify parking payment prior to issuing a citation or other penalty. ParkMobile nForce can be accessed via any internet-enabled mobile device. It will show all active ParkMobile parking sessions in real-time. If you use another enforcement solution that integrates with ParkMobile, you may not need access to ParkMobile nForce. In these cases, nForce serves as a backup for your primary enforcement solution. Nforce Enforcement Options Nforce Pay-by-Zone Flow Nforce Pay-by-Zone Flow 20250404141614,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, _ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, _209.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250404142103,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_210.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Just writing back to you here - is that agenda one that you put together? If so, ok if the group revises this? Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250404155412,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu_211.eml It looks like Eric did the Google docs agenda and I think he's open to others amending. Similarly with the budget doc I sent, feel free to edit. Other existing costs for the Fair were not included, but we have estimated that in the past to be approximately $5K annually. Our total cost for the fair, all inclusive (minus the metered parking but including staff time, materials and policing), is $75K. We did not include that in the special revenue budget, but can be a figure to keep in mind. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 2:20 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Just writing back to you here - is that agenda one that you put together? If so, ok if the group revises this? Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250404165304,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org, Elke Johnson elke.johnson@_212.eml Staff and Council, Attached is the bi-weekly memo / agenda summary for this week. Enjoy the weekend! Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. Administrator’s Memorandum April 4, 2025 Submitted by: Jack Linehan, City Administrator Reminders/Notifications: • The City will host a Sustainability Fair on Saturday, April 26th from 11:00 to 2:00 at City Hall. • The City is partnering with Tree Trust to offer a tree sale for residents. 100 trees are available for purchase for $50, and once the City receives the trees, public works will deliver them to the property owners. These trees are for private property only and not boulevard plantings, which will be handled separately. It’s a great deal for homeowners, as most of these trees from Gertens or other nurseys are easily $150+. City Council: April 9th City Council Meeting The Wednesday, April 9, 2025 City Council Agenda includes the following items (City Administrator’s Notes in italics): • Presentation o Presentation from PaleBLUEdot on Climate Action Plan Draft ▪ The City is developing a Climate Action Plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, address the climate crisis, and build resilience. The Climate Action Plan team has met four times to identify goals and actions that serve as the basis for the drafted Climate Action Plan. Ted Redmond from paleBLUEdot will present a draft version to Council. o Presentation from Tubman ▪ Tubman Legal Services offers pro-bono legal services for those experiencing trauma – particularly victims of relationship violence, sexual assault, and more. Jennifer Dickinson, Director of Legal Services, will provide an update on the organization’s recent activity. • Minutes 1. March 4, 2025 City Council Goal Setting Session Minutes ▪ The minutes have been reviewed and are ready for your approval. • Public Hearings • Consent Agenda: o General Disbursements through 4/2/25: $327,195.00 ▪ Payables of note include: • $100,150.25 to the City of St. Anthony for police services in March. • $156,781.00 to MWP Recreation for the deposit on a picnic shelter and restroom building at Community Park • $22,500.00 to Upper Cut Tree Service for tree trimming ▪ Payroll through 3/23/25: $25,004.18 ▪ Wire Payments through 3/23/25: $16,164.98 o Approval of City Licenses ▪ 2025 Home Occupation License • Bouquets in Bloom o Approval of Resolution 25-30 Request for Proposal (RFP) for City Website Redesign ▪ The City last redesigned its website in 2021. The redesign will help create a more user-friendly site while also helping it comply with updated accessibility regulations. o Approval of Resolution 25-31 Accepting Alice Hausman’s Resignation from the State Fair Task Force ▪ Alice Hausman joined the State Fair Task Force in 2024, but personal reasons/scheduling conflicts have caused her to submit her resignation from it. Staff appreciates Alice’s contributions! o Approval of Resolution 25-32 Authorizing a Contract with _____for Completion of a Compensation & Classification Study Not to Exceed $XX,XXX ▪ The City released an RFP and received ten proposals from qualified firms to complete a Compensation and Classification Study. Staff will have conducted follow-up virtual meetings with the top three firms by close of business on Monday, April 7, at which time the agenda will be updated to reflect the top firm and their pricing. The top three firms are Abdo, DDA, and Flaherty & Hood. Pricing for all three firms is close around $11K-$14K depending on services received. All are well within budget figures. o Authorization to Close Fund 429 – 2023 Street Project Fund and Transfer Remaining Funds to Remaining Debt Service Funds ▪ This is a step the City needs to do now that the 2023 bond has been fully paid off. o Authorization to Enter in to a Memorandum of Understanding with Goff Public for Communication Support and Media relations Services ▪ Goff Public will be available to assist with media relations, particularly with communicating where we are on ParkMobile parking. The contract is openended, and moving forward we will try to keep Goff available for when needed. o Approval of Proposal for Construction Materials Testing for the 2025 Pavement Management Project ▪ PMP material testing. Two bids, lowest bid was American Engineering Testing (AET) • Policy Items: o Approval of Resolution 25-33 Awarding the Contract for the 2025 Pavement Management Project to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for $1,236,579.00 ▪ Bids came in significantly under estimates, which is good and will result in fairly significant assessment reductions. For example, the proposed Falcon Woods assessment was estimated at $3,850 and now is estimated at $2,500. Bituminous Roadways is also a seasoned construction company, which is important after the 2021 PMP challenges with an up-and-coming firm. o Approval of Resolution 25-34 Authorizing a Contract with All Energy Solar for City Hall Solar Panels to be Contingent Upon Receipt of the Solar on Public Buildings Grant Program ▪ There are a lot of ways to analyze this, but using our criteria All Energy Solar came on top due to their experience, warranty, ability to keep the energy system going and one of the lowest out-of-pocket costs. The winning vendor will now apply for the grant, and if we receive it we will contract with them. Commission Updates: The following are updates on upcoming or recent commission topics: • Community Engagement Commission The Community Engagement Commission will next meet on April 7 in a joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss 2025 city events. They will also meet on April 21. • Parks and Recreation Commission The Parks and Recreation Commission will next meet on April 7 in a joint meeting with the Community Engagement Commission to discuss 2025 city events. The Parks Commission will also discuss the 2024 – 2025 ice skating season. • Environment Commission The Environment Commission will meet on April 14 to hear a presentation on the drafted Climate Action Plan, hear from University of Minnesota students on their redevelopment and resilience research centered around Falcon Heights, and will continue to work on the Sustainability Fair. • Planning Commission The Planning Commission met on March 25 to discuss general updates and maintenance on City Code. Their next meeting will continue this discussion on April 22. • State Fair Task Force The State Fair Task Force will meet on April 16th to discuss the findings of the work group on modeling e-meters and take the City Council’s guidance to develop next steps. Department Updates: The following are updates provided by the departments as it relates to current activities happening in the City. Administration Staff submitted a 2025 DNR grant application on Monday, March 31, to request funding for the City’s inclusive playground at Community Park. • Finance The audit is wrapping up. Work progresses on the annual ACFR (Annual Comprehensive Financial Report). The ACFR will be presented on May 14th at a regular City Council meeting. Community Development • Code Enforcement Staff is still working on the same code enforcement concerns and working with the attorneys to draft letters regarding a fine for issues at 1892 Albert, setting up a meeting with the greenhouse property owner, and discussing ongoing concerns at 1804 Tatum. • Permits Permits currently consist of window replacements, water heater replacements, and a kitchen remodel. Public Works / Engineering • Tree trimming in the Northeast neighborhood and Hoyt Ave between Hamline and Snelling (north side) has been completed. • The entire sanitary sewer system has been cleaned and televised. Public Works will review the footage over the next few weeks to make sure there are no structural issues. They will also notify residences that have root obstruction at their lateral connection to the main. • Public Works will continue maintenance on the prairie area at Community Park, removing volunteer tree growth and invasive vegetation. • The street sweeper will be picked up from storage next week. Public Works will begin sweeping by the end of next week or the week after, beginning in the Grove and working their way east. • Public Works has installed tamperproof accessories to restrict access to copper wiring in the fiber resin streetlight poles in the Grove. They will begin spot welding access panels on the cast aluminum streetlights west of Coffman Street in the Grove next week. • Forest Lake Contracting will begin repairs on streetlights east of Coffman Street as soon as the conduit is free of ice (hopefully, by the end of this month). Once they are repaired, the Public Works will spot weld those access panels as well to help prevent future wire theft. Law Enforcement During the period of March 17 through March 23, 2025, St. Anthony Village Police Department: o Responded to the 1700 block of Albert Street where a mother advised officers that her 12-year-old daughter was receiving threatening text messages from unknown person. The case was referred to investigations. o Arrested, cited, and released a male near the intersection of Fry Street and Larpenteur Ave. W. for driving after revocation. 20250404192815,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com,_Georgiana May_ gmay@umn.edu, _Jack Linehan_ Jack.linehan@falconheights.o_213.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falc onheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250404212311,James Wassenberg james.wassenberg@falconheights.org,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, Georgiana May gmay@u_214.eml I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falc onheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250405084222,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,James Wassenberg James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org, _ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gma_215.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250405095513,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, James Wassenberg James.Wassenberg@falconhei_216.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Regarding policing, I believe some of Tom's numbers may be inflated as they include inside the fairgrounds. And I thought we were getting more police during the fair from SAPD even though they will not be up to full staffing because they were offering it as overtime, which is why the cost was higher. And from my observation, they have been more visible on just one month which makes me optimisric. Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250405115517,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, James Wassenberg James.Wassenberg@falconhei_217.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. 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Hi, Georgiana, Thanks for your reply. I'd love see the results! A meeting presentation would be great, but Monday's meeting is likely full and it it sounds like most everyone else has already seen it, so if you want to just forward the info to me, I'd enjoy just reading through it. Thanks, Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheig hts.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/5/2025 8:42:05 AM Subject Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250405151356,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, James Wassenberg james.wassenberg@falconheigh_219.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Sure thing, I agree. Tom - Andy Howell, Kris and I walked from the Aline at Snelling and U, all the way to the Capitol because the Green Line trains were so packed no one could get on!!!! Please tell Kris that I’m sorry we got split up on arrival, and hope she had an ok time. We looked for her but the crowd was huge. Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, Thanks for your reply. I'd love see the results! A meeting presentation would be great, but Monday's meeting is likely full and it it sounds like most everyone else has already seen it, so if you want to just forward the info to me, I'd enjoy just reading through it. Thanks, Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/5/2025 8:42:05 AM Subject Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250405165721,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, James Wassenberg James.Wassenberg@falconhei_220.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250405174853,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, James Wassenberg James.Wassenberg@falconhei_221.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250406125354,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, _Georgiana May_ gmay@umn.edu_222.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250406135720,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, _Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowle_223.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. 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available spaces will be filled by day and distance. (> 100% means spots turn over) Average Northeast Available Feet IOWA Arona-Pascal IOWA Pascal-Albert IOWA Albert-Hamline PASCAL Hoyt-Iowa ALBERT Hoyt-Iowa IDAHO Arona-Pascal IDAHO Pascal-Albert IDAHO Albert-Hamline PASCAL Iowa-Idaho ALBERT Iowa-Idaho CALIFORNIA Arona-Pascal CALIFORNIA Pascal-Albert CALIFORNIA Albert-Hamline ARONA Idaho-California PASCAL Idaho-California ALBERT Idaho-California ARONA California-Larpenteur PASCAL California-Larpenteur ALBERT California-Larpenteur CRAWFORD Snelling-Arona CRAWFORD Arona-Pascal ASBURY Crawford-Garden ARONA Crawford-Garden SIMPSON Crawford-Garden ASBURY Garden-Ruggles ARONA Garden-Ruggles SIMPSON Garden-Ruggles PASCAL Garden-Ruggles HOLTON Garden-Ruggles RUGGLES Snelling-Arona RUGGLES Arona-Simpson RUGGLES Simpson Pascal ASBURY Ruggles-Roselawn ARONA Ruggles-Roselawn SIMPSON Ruggles-Roselawn PASCAL Ruggles-Roselawn HOLTON Ruggles-Roselawn ALBERT Ruggles-Roselawn SHELDON Ruggles-Roselawn RUGGLES Holton-Albert RUGGLES Albert-Sheldon RUGGLES Sheldon-Hamline PASCAL Larpenteur-Garden HOLTON Larpenteur-Garden ALBERT Larpenteur-Garden Number of Households Grand Total Average resident cars parked on the affected streets during the day: Predicted Resident-Use Spots per Household per Day Predicted Unpaid Spots per Household per Day Maximum Available Spots Average Daily Percent Use of Available Spots Neigh. Expected 12-day Parkings Price Revenue <-- Councilmember Wassenberg sampled ~120 per non-state-fair day Available Parking Feet Driveway Feet Expected Available Spots Per Day Price Per Car Revenue Per Car Predicted Unavailable Spots Per Day Predicted Resident/Guest-Use Spots per Household per Day Predicted % of households increasing their street parking during the Fair: Predicted average number of EXTRA cars per household: Predicted number of days said extra passes would actually be used: 20250406141149,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, _Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, _224.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250406142912,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com,_Georgiana May_ gmay@umn.edu, _Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com_225.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250406165635,James Wassenberg james.wassenberg@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, _ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gma_226.eml Hi everyone. Here is the model that Eric and I used for the numbers we worked up last week. The first tab is "all", and that is for the scenario where all parking spots cost the same throughout northome and NE quadrant. The other three tabs allow calculation of revenue using different assumptions for three different sectors (Northome, NEQ south of Garden, NEQ north of Garden) Each tab has an "inputs" section and an "outputs" section. In the "Inputs" section, the cells highlighted in yellow are those that we might want to play with the most. The model allows for more than one pass to be included, and also allows for differential use by residents between passes. Have fun! Jim ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 2:29 PM To: Georgiana May Cc: Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg; Jack Linehan; Eric Meyer Subject: Re[5]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 862 109.5 146 2 100 598 100 100 0 2 1 18720 0.1 50 1 0.73 1 18.106000000000002 124.70833333333331 17695 598 598 1196 598 15901 0 287903.50600000005 1196 436.53999999999996 5980 261570.96600000007 261614.42040000003 297 48 72 2 100 216 100 100 0 2 1 6240 0.1 50 1 0.73 1 18.106000000000002 58 5736 216 216 432 216 5088 0 92123.328000000009 432 157.68 2160 83133.648000000016 246 26.7 32.1 2 100 166 100 100 0 2 1 6240 0.1 50 1 0.73 1 18.106000000000002 14.49 10.87 28.95 5209.2000000000007 166 166 332 166 4711.2000000000007 0 85300.987200000018 332 121.17999999999999 1660 76947.807200000025 319 34.700000000000003 41.8 2 100 216 100 100 0 2 1 6240 0.1 50 1 0.73 1 18.106000000000002 37.658333333333339 6752.1999999999989 216 216 432 216 6104.1999999999989 0 110522.64519999998 432 157.68 2160 101532.96519999999 State Fair parking model Inputs Number of slots X linear feet of available streets/X linear feet per parking space Number of spot turns per day % of households receiving first pass Outputs: Number of time slots available for sale Number postage events per resident Hours of office staff time per pass Notes: There will be additional revenue from increased parking enforcement, but this is difficult to estimate and is not included here Excluding average full time occupancies 7 days 5 days. Labor day is counted as a weekend Notes and assumptions Cost of one postage event ($) Office Staff hourly rate est. ($) Revenue from second passes ($) Number of time slots sold Average number of fully occupied spaces Number of first passes issued Number of second passes issued Number of time slots occupied by first pass holders Number of time slots occupied by second pass holders Number of time slots used by each first pass holder Number of time slots used by each second pass holder Cost to city to provide one resident pass ($) Cost to resident for a second pass ($) Net Fee received by city from PM per time slot ($) Gross Revenue ($) Cost to city to provide passes ($) Cost of postage ($) Office staff cost related to issuing passes ($) Net revenue ($) Cost of ambassadors ($) of utilized spaces % time slot utilization % of time slots not used by resident pass holders that are paid for by visitors Average Number of fully occupied slots weekday days Average Number of fully occupied slots night/weekend % of households receiving second pass Number of households eligible for pass Sum individual sites 20250406190428,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, _Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, _227.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250406202003,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, _ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, _228.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Jim and i discussed me doing a survey similar to a man on the street Here are the results of my Mona on the street survey I surveyed 31 people no one on Council or Task Force. Everyone lives in the areas affected by the E Meters Number of passes 0 - 2 people - no need for a pass 1 - 13 people - need this 2 but i can make 1 work with some work- 5 people 2- 8 people 4plus - 3 people - 1 has 4/5 cars depending on who is home(they will make 2 work) 1 - needs 4 for lots of people coning over 1- ideally needs a lot as they habe lots of people patking and she drives them to the fair Frequency A lot of people park their cars out front out of their houses and have visitors park in their spots -12 Some people have no where else to go-5 Others just like to park put front so no one else can -2 10 days - 1 6 days -1 4-5 days 7 2 says -2 Most people acknowledged they know its not guaranteed and they will lose if they leave Feel free to reach out woth wuestions Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 7:04 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> wrote: Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250406204715,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, _ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, _229.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. HI Mona, Thanks for doing the legwork! Could you explain the results below Frequency? Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 8:20 PM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Jim and i discussed me doing a survey similar to a man on the street Here are the results of my Mona on the street survey I surveyed 31 people no one on Council or Task Force. Everyone lives in the areas affected by the E Meters Number of passes 0 - 2 people - no need for a pass 1 - 13 people - need this 2 but i can make 1 work with some work- 5 people 2- 8 people 4plus - 3 people - 1 has 4/5 cars depending on who is home(they will make 2 work) 1 - needs 4 for lots of people coning over 1- ideally needs a lot as they habe lots of people patking and she drives them to the fair Frequency A lot of people park their cars out front out of their houses and have visitors park in their spots -12 Some people have no where else to go-5 Others just like to park put front so no one else can -2 10 days - 1 6 days -1 4-5 days 7 2 says -2 Most people acknowledged they know its not guaranteed and they will lose if they leave Feel free to reach out woth wuestions Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 7:04 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250406210739,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, _ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com, _230.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I mostly texted or fb messaged the respondents so it was not that hard The frequency is how often would they use the pass. I asked how many do they need to have themeselves and theur guests park legally? How often they would use the spots ? Oh Jim , 1 of these cars is in NG and is akways parked on the street and 8 are in NH and always on the street. So you may have counted them in some manner. Does this help? Thanks Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 8:47 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> wrote: HI Mona, Thanks for doing the legwork! Could you explain the results below Frequency? Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 8:20 PM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Jim and i discussed me doing a survey similar to a man on the street Here are the results of my Mona on the street survey I surveyed 31 people no one on Council or Task Force. Everyone lives in the areas affected by the E Meters Number of passes 0 - 2 people - no need for a pass 1 - 13 people - need this 2 but i can make 1 work with some work- 5 people 2- 8 people 4plus - 3 people - 1 has 4/5 cars depending on who is home(they will make 2 work) 1 - needs 4 for lots of people coning over 1- ideally needs a lot as they habe lots of people patking and she drives them to the fair Frequency A lot of people park their cars out front out of their houses and have visitors park in their spots -12 Some people have no where else to go-5 Others just like to park put front so no one else can -2 10 days - 1 6 days -1 4-5 days 7 2 says -2 Most people acknowledged they know its not guaranteed and they will lose if they leave Feel free to reach out woth wuestions Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 7:04 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250407094932,AnneHolzman AnneHolzman@proton.me,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_231.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Good morning, Jack, I'm working on an update on Amber Flats, which I think will be pretty short, but I've got a few questions. 1. Is it correct to continue referring to it as "Amber Flats"? It looks like Buehl is kind of marketing it that way. Is there an official city designation for the property? 2. Is Amber Flats part of the same PUD district with Amber Union? If not, what is its current zoning status? 3. I noted a Planning Commission item in March related to termination of PUD status (on the 3/25 agenda). Is the city moving to clarify that, and if so, does it apply to Amber Flats? How? 4. What is the general planning/zoning intent for that site? It seems like this might involve the 2040 plan and the Snelling/Larpenteur study as well as whatever zoning the site reverts to if the PUD expires. I'm hoping to submit this article on Wednesday. FYI, I'm also writing an update about Fair parking based on the workshop last week. I'm so thankful for the recordings on NineNorth! I can't get up there on Wednesday evenings, but I do spend a lot of daytime hours watching those videos (in case anyone has been wondering). The gist of it will be that the council aims to settle some questions in consort with the task force over the next couple of months and approve a contract with ParkMobile in time for this year's Fair, all of that contingent on finding ways to accommodate concerns that are mainly about resident access. Thanks, Anne Sent with Proton Mail<https://proton.me/mail/home> secure email. 20250407105021,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,James Wassenberg james.wassenberg@falconheights.org_232.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi everyone, Here are some models and a map of how I laid out the regions of NE and NH. Just to "show my hand" ahead of time, I am going to be encouraging a model of "under-promising and over-delivering" because I think this will make more of our residents happy while earning the income we need to cover expenses. My goal was to model a range of resident and visitor use behaviors in different regions of NE and NH. I used Jim's time-slot approach which I understand to be the number of parking places plus turnover e.g. if a parking place turns over once, we get 2 time slots. Those variables of behavior included - how many passes residents might want (on average), turn-over for parking places, number of days that resident passes are used. In all these models, I assumed that parking places used by residents will turn-over less often than those of visitors. * I did not include variable pricing per region, and resident passes do not go above 2 per household (on average for a region). I include also the summary of RCSO incidents over 2018-2024. The incidents are summarized for the 12 days of the Fair (August) and 12 comparable days in June but without a major event at the State Fair. Important points: * They are exclusive of events within the Fairgrounds, but not parsed by major thoroughfares vs. within neighborhoods of FH. * Thus, most of the vehicular events were on major streets, but most parking violations are within FH residential neighborhoods. * We have to realize that these are recorded events. Thus, my interpretation of the declining vehicular incidents over time is that the RCSO made fewer vehicular violation citations (speeding, running red lights or stop signs, drunken driving etc.) over time, not that less occurred. Tom - I grouped those RCSO codes into types of incidents, for example drunken walking behavior is in "Behavior", but drunken driving is in "Vehicular". Happy to forward my spreadsheets but don't have time right now to tidy them up for you. I look forward to working with you all today, Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 4:56 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi everyone. Here is the model that Eric and I used for the numbers we worked up last week. The first tab is "all", and that is for the scenario where all parking spots cost the same throughout northome and NE quadrant. The other three tabs allow calculation of revenue using different assumptions for three different sectors (Northome, NEQ south of Garden, NEQ north of Garden) Each tab has an "inputs" section and an "outputs" section. In the "Inputs" section, the cells highlighted in yellow are those that we might want to play with the most. The model allows for more than one pass to be included, and also allows for differential use by residents between passes. Have fun! Jim ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 2:29 PM To: Georgiana May Cc: Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg; Jack Linehan; Eric Meyer Subject: Re[5]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. 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Region N of Ruggles, W of Pascal N of Ruggles, E of Pascal Characteristics furthest from Fair, long driveways furthest from Fair, long driveways, closest to St. Rose Households Turnover VTimeSlots N of Garden, S Ruggles Asbury to Holton intermediate to Fair, long driveways California Ave Idaho and Iowa, Arona to Albert Idaho and Iowa, Albert to Hamline close to Fair closest to Fair, high neighborhood use Totals Larpenteur to Garden, Asbury to Hamline Intermediate to Fair, varied drives Northeast Quadrant Available Feet Street Total #22ft Left after Resident* Visitor spots Ruggles – Asbury to Arona Ruggles – Arona to Simpson Ruggles – Simpson to Pascal Ruggles – Holton to Albert Ruggles – Albert to Sheldon Ruggles Total Crawford – E Snelling to Dinos Crawford – Dinos to Arona Crawford – Arona to Pascal Crawford Total Asbury – Roselawn to Ruggles Asbury – Ruggles to Garden Asbury – Garden to Crawford Asbury Total Arona – Roselawn to Ruggles Arona – Ruggles to Garden Arona – Garden to Crawford Arona Total Simpson – Roselawn to Ruggles Simpson – Ruggles to Garden Simpson – Garden to Crawford Simpson Total Pascal – Roselawn to Garden Pascal – Garden to Larpenteur Pascal Total Holton – Roselawn to Ruggles Holton – Ruggles to Garden Holton – Garden to Larpenteur Holton Total Albert – Roselawn to Ruggles Albert – Garden to Larpenteur Albert Total Sheldon – Roselawn to Ruggles Sheldon Total TOTAL AVAILABLE 22' PARKING SPOTS Northome 22 ft spots Left after resident visitor spots California - Arona to Pascal California - Pascal to Albert California - Albert to Hamline California Total Idaho - Arona to Pascal Idaho - Pascal to Albert Idaho - Albert to Hamline Idaho Total Iowa - Arona to Pascal Iowa - Pascal to Albert Iowa - Albert to Hamline Iowa Total Arona - FTS Arona - Townhomes Pascal - Larpenteur to California Pascal - California to Idaho Pascal - Idaho to Iowa Pascal - Iowa to Hoyt Albert - Larpenteur to California Albert - California to Idaho Albert - Idaho to Iowa Albert - Iowa to Hoyt Ruggles – E Snelling to Asbury Paacal - Roselawn to Ruggles Pascal - Ruggles to Garden RTimeSlotsDay RevenueDay RevenueFair Pass/Hshold Parking places Time_slots full use of parking places at least once, resident time slot turn-over is 30% Model with 1-2 passes per household that are used for 12 days of the fair, turn-over less than one per day Model with 1-2 passes per household that are used for 12 days of the fair, turn-over varies between 1 and 1.5 Model with 1-2 passes per household that are used for 6 days of the fair, turn-over varies between 1.0 and 1.5 Model with 1.5 passes per household (on avg.) that are used for 6 days of the fair, turn-over varies between 0.3 and 1.5 Regions Model with 1-2 passes per household that are used for 6- 12 days of the fair, turn-over varies between 0.3 and 1.5 Turn-over - the number of times a parking location is used after the first use, on average. Number of parking places - based on 22", but do not include N/S streets in Northome. 1 2 3 4 5 76 R Graphics Output Parking Vehicular Assist_Citizen Behavior Criminal 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 June August June August June August June August June August 0 100 200 300 0 100 200 300 0 100 200 300 0 100 200 300 0 100 200 300 0 100 200 300 0 100 200 300 Month Number_Incidents Month June August 20250407133428,Eric Meyer eric.meyer@falconheights.org,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu, _k_233.eml Been following along, looking forward to meeting at 3! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 9:07:36 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I mostly texted or fb messaged the respondents so it was not that hard The frequency is how often would they use the pass. I asked how many do they need to have themeselves and theur guests park legally? How often they would use the spots ? Oh Jim , 1 of these cars is in NG and is akways parked on the street and 8 are in NH and always on the street. So you may have counted them in some manner. Does this help? Thanks Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 8:47 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> wrote: HI Mona, Thanks for doing the legwork! Could you explain the results below Frequency? Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 8:20 PM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Jim and i discussed me doing a survey similar to a man on the street Here are the results of my Mona on the street survey I surveyed 31 people no one on Council or Task Force. Everyone lives in the areas affected by the E Meters Number of passes 0 - 2 people - no need for a pass 1 - 13 people - need this 2 but i can make 1 work with some work- 5 people 2- 8 people 4plus - 3 people - 1 has 4/5 cars depending on who is home(they will make 2 work) 1 - needs 4 for lots of people coning over 1- ideally needs a lot as they habe lots of people patking and she drives them to the fair Frequency A lot of people park their cars out front out of their houses and have visitors park in their spots -12 Some people have no where else to go-5 Others just like to park put front so no one else can -2 10 days - 1 6 days -1 4-5 days 7 2 says -2 Most people acknowledged they know its not guaranteed and they will lose if they leave Feel free to reach out woth wuestions Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 7:04 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250408082235,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,AnneHolzman AnneHolzman@proton.me_237.eml Hi Anne, 1. It's fine to refer to as Amber Flats as that is how the developer had applied for it. It also can be called 1644 Larpenteur Avenue. 2. It has it's own PUD designation in City Code under Sec 113-212 Amber Flats PUD (page 68): https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5620/638717763591170000 3. Part of the planning commission's March workshop was a review of code cleanup, including the consideration to potentially add expirations to PUDs if development doesn't start. No action has been taken and it would remain to be seen if it would retroactively apply to existing PUDs. While Amber Flats is one PUD that hasn't been acted on, we actually have a few much more egregious examples (for example, Sec. 113-210 is the greenhouse at Lindig/Larpenteur that was approved to become a small apartment building in 2009). 4. The 2040 Comp Plan rezoned the 1644 Larpenteur parcel to R-5M High Density Residential Mixed Use in 2019. The PUD just expanded allowances under R-5M for the site to reduce parking restrictions, modify impervious surface restrictions and allow for greater height. If the PUD were to expire, it would revert to R5-M. I think your summary of where the ParkMobile project is currently at is fair. Feedback from residents and the public hearings are being incorporated in to a plan for how to improve the resident experience during the Fair. These plans will be discussed at the April State Fair Task Force meeting on April 16th, as well as likely the May City Council workshop on May 7th. It is still intended to be a 2025 program start. Jack ________________________________ From: AnneHolzman Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 9:49 AM To: Jack Linehan Subject: Amber Flats Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Good morning, Jack, I'm working on an update on Amber Flats, which I think will be pretty short, but I've got a few questions. 1. Is it correct to continue referring to it as "Amber Flats"? It looks like Buehl is kind of marketing it that way. Is there an official city designation for the property? 2. Is Amber Flats part of the same PUD district with Amber Union? If not, what is its current zoning status? 3. I noted a Planning Commission item in March related to termination of PUD status (on the 3/25 agenda). Is the city moving to clarify that, and if so, does it apply to Amber Flats? How? 4. What is the general planning/zoning intent for that site? It seems like this might involve the 2040 plan and the Snelling/Larpenteur study as well as whatever zoning the site reverts to if the PUD expires. I'm hoping to submit this article on Wednesday. FYI, I'm also writing an update about Fair parking based on the workshop last week. I'm so thankful for the recordings on NineNorth! I can't get up there on Wednesday evenings, but I do spend a lot of daytime hours watching those videos (in case anyone has been wondering). The gist of it will be that the council aims to settle some questions in consort with the task force over the next couple of months and approve a contract with ParkMobile in time for this year's Fair, all of that contingent on finding ways to accommodate concerns that are mainly about resident access. Thanks, Anne Sent with Proton Mail<https://proton.me/mail/home> secure email. 20250408082436,AnneHolzman AnneHolzman@proton.me,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_238.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thank you very much! Anne Sent from Proton Mail<https://proton.me/mail/home> for iOS On Tue, Apr 8, 2025 at 8:22 AM, Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:On%20Tue,%20Apr%208,%202025%20at%208:22%20AM,%20Jack%20Linehan%20<<a%20href=>> wrote: Hi Anne, 1. It's fine to refer to as Amber Flats as that is how the developer had applied for it. It also can be called 1644 Larpenteur Avenue. 2. It has it's own PUD designation in City Code under Sec 113-212 Amber Flats PUD (page 68): https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5620/638717763591170000 3. Part of the planning commission's March workshop was a review of code cleanup, including the consideration to potentially add expirations to PUDs if development doesn't start. No action has been taken and it would remain to be seen if it would retroactively apply to existing PUDs. While Amber Flats is one PUD that hasn't been acted on, we actually have a few much more egregious examples (for example, Sec. 113-210 is the greenhouse at Lindig/Larpenteur that was approved to become a small apartment building in 2009). 4. The 2040 Comp Plan rezoned the 1644 Larpenteur parcel to R-5M High Density Residential Mixed Use in 2019. The PUD just expanded allowances under R-5M for the site to reduce parking restrictions, modify impervious surface restrictions and allow for greater height. If the PUD were to expire, it would revert to R5-M. I think your summary of where the ParkMobile project is currently at is fair. Feedback from residents and the public hearings are being incorporated in to a plan for how to improve the resident experience during the Fair. These plans will be discussed at the April State Fair Task Force meeting on April 16th, as well as likely the May City Council workshop on May 7th. It is still intended to be a 2025 program start. Jack ________________________________ From: AnneHolzman Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 9:49 AM To: Jack Linehan Subject: Amber Flats Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Good morning, Jack, I'm working on an update on Amber Flats, which I think will be pretty short, but I've got a few questions. 1. Is it correct to continue referring to it as "Amber Flats"? It looks like Buehl is kind of marketing it that way. Is there an official city designation for the property? 2. Is Amber Flats part of the same PUD district with Amber Union? If not, what is its current zoning status? 3. I noted a Planning Commission item in March related to termination of PUD status (on the 3/25 agenda). Is the city moving to clarify that, and if so, does it apply to Amber Flats? How? 4. What is the general planning/zoning intent for that site? It seems like this might involve the 2040 plan and the Snelling/Larpenteur study as well as whatever zoning the site reverts to if the PUD expires. I'm hoping to submit this article on Wednesday. FYI, I'm also writing an update about Fair parking based on the workshop last week. I'm so thankful for the recordings on NineNorth! I can't get up there on Wednesday evenings, but I do spend a lot of daytime hours watching those videos (in case anyone has been wondering). The gist of it will be that the council aims to settle some questions in consort with the task force over the next couple of months and approve a contract with ParkMobile in time for this year's Fair, all of that contingent on finding ways to accommodate concerns that are mainly about resident access. Thanks, Anne Sent with Proton Mail<https://proton.me/mail/home> secure email. 20250408113557,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Eric Meyer eric.meyer@falconheights.org_243.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Eric I believe I left my water bottle in your sun room, on the floor in front of the couch. I’m ona train (to NYC!), so I will find a time to come by and pick it up next week. You were taking notes, could you forward those to me? Thanks, Georgiana On Mon, Apr 7, 2025 at 1:34 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Been following along, looking forward to meeting at 3! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 9:07:36 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> ; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I mostly texted or fb messaged the respondents so it was not that hard The frequency is how often would they use the pass. I asked how many do they need to have themeselves and theur guests park legally? How often they would use the spots ? Oh Jim , 1 of these cars is in NG and is akways parked on the street and 8 are in NH and always on the street. So you may have counted them in some manner. Does this help? Thanks Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 8:47 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: HI Mona, Thanks for doing the legwork! Could you explain the results below Frequency? Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 8:20 PM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Jim and i discussed me doing a survey similar to a man on the street Here are the results of my Mona on the street survey I surveyed 31 people no one on Council or Task Force. Everyone lives in the areas affected by the E Meters Number of passes 0 - 2 people - no need for a pass 1 - 13 people - need this 2 but i can make 1 work with some work- 5 people 2- 8 people 4plus - 3 people - 1 has 4/5 cars depending on who is home(they will make 2 work) 1 - needs 4 for lots of people coning over 1- ideally needs a lot as they habe lots of people patking and she drives them to the fair Frequency A lot of people park their cars out front out of their houses and have visitors park in their spots -12 Some people have no where else to go-5 Others just like to park put front so no one else can -2 10 days - 1 6 days -1 4-5 days 7 2 says -2 Most people acknowledged they know its not guaranteed and they will lose if they leave Feel free to reach out woth wuestions Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 7:04 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250408114853,Eric Meyer eric.meyer@falconheights.org,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu_244.eml You are correct, I have your water bottle. I put the notes in the bottom of the same agenda document we were typing on (Google doc link). Here it is! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=dri vesdk I was going to send them over to Jack today at 2pm, if you have some extra time on the train and want to add any notes or clean things up go for it! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 11:35:40 AM To: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Eric I believe I left my water bottle in your sun room, on the floor in front of the couch. I’m ona train (to NYC!), so I will find a time to come by and pick it up next week. You were taking notes, could you forward those to me? Thanks, Georgiana On Mon, Apr 7, 2025 at 1:34 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Been following along, looking forward to meeting at 3! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 9:07:36 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> ; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I mostly texted or fb messaged the respondents so it was not that hard The frequency is how often would they use the pass. I asked how many do they need to have themeselves and theur guests park legally? How often they would use the spots ? Oh Jim , 1 of these cars is in NG and is akways parked on the street and 8 are in NH and always on the street. So you may have counted them in some manner. Does this help? Thanks Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 8:47 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: HI Mona, Thanks for doing the legwork! Could you explain the results below Frequency? Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 8:20 PM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Jim and i discussed me doing a survey similar to a man on the street Here are the results of my Mona on the street survey I surveyed 31 people no one on Council or Task Force. Everyone lives in the areas affected by the E Meters Number of passes 0 - 2 people - no need for a pass 1 - 13 people - need this 2 but i can make 1 work with some work- 5 people 2- 8 people 4plus - 3 people - 1 has 4/5 cars depending on who is home(they will make 2 work) 1 - needs 4 for lots of people coning over 1- ideally needs a lot as they habe lots of people patking and she drives them to the fair Frequency A lot of people park their cars out front out of their houses and have visitors park in their spots -12 Some people have no where else to go-5 Others just like to park put front so no one else can -2 10 days - 1 6 days -1 4-5 days 7 2 says -2 Most people acknowledged they know its not guaranteed and they will lose if they leave Feel free to reach out woth wuestions Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 7:04 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250408131641,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Eric Meyer eric.meyer@falconheights.org_245.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I will take a look. Georgiana On Tue, Apr 8, 2025 at 11:48 AM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: You are correct, I have your water bottle. I put the notes in the bottom of the same agenda document we were typing on (Google doc link). Here it is! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=dri vesdk I was going to send them over to Jack today at 2pm, if you have some extra time on the train and want to add any notes or clean things up go for it! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 11:35:40 AM To: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Eric I believe I left my water bottle in your sun room, on the floor in front of the couch. I’m ona train (to NYC!), so I will find a time to come by and pick it up next week. You were taking notes, could you forward those to me? Thanks, Georgiana On Mon, Apr 7, 2025 at 1:34 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Been following along, looking forward to meeting at 3! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 9:07:36 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> ; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I mostly texted or fb messaged the respondents so it was not that hard The frequency is how often would they use the pass. I asked how many do they need to have themeselves and theur guests park legally? How often they would use the spots ? Oh Jim , 1 of these cars is in NG and is akways parked on the street and 8 are in NH and always on the street. So you may have counted them in some manner. Does this help? Thanks Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 8:47 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: HI Mona, Thanks for doing the legwork! Could you explain the results below Frequency? Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 8:20 PM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Jim and i discussed me doing a survey similar to a man on the street Here are the results of my Mona on the street survey I surveyed 31 people no one on Council or Task Force. Everyone lives in the areas affected by the E Meters Number of passes 0 - 2 people - no need for a pass 1 - 13 people - need this 2 but i can make 1 work with some work- 5 people 2- 8 people 4plus - 3 people - 1 has 4/5 cars depending on who is home(they will make 2 work) 1 - needs 4 for lots of people coning over 1- ideally needs a lot as they habe lots of people patking and she drives them to the fair Frequency A lot of people park their cars out front out of their houses and have visitors park in their spots -12 Some people have no where else to go-5 Others just like to park put front so no one else can -2 10 days - 1 6 days -1 4-5 days 7 2 says -2 Most people acknowledged they know its not guaranteed and they will lose if they leave Feel free to reach out woth wuestions Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 7:04 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250408133603,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Eric Meyer eric.meyer@falconheights.org_246.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. This looks pretty good. I would just add that we looked over three budget models, and although there are many unknowns, and thus assumptions, we thought we could give out up to 2 resident passes per household (assuming that the actual demand/use is btw 0-2), and that allowing up to 4 for “hardship” would be ok because we assume few would request that. If our assumptions about use rates are much too low, we may have residents competing w each other and may not make our income goal of ~ $100k. We also discussed whether or not to have varied rates (higher S, lower N). We didn’t come to a conclusion about this. I’m reading this on my phone so I may have missed some of the points above. Thanks, Tom and I are summarizing and will send a report to Mona and Jack for the SFTF. Georgiana On Tue, Apr 8, 2025 at 11:48 AM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: You are correct, I have your water bottle. I put the notes in the bottom of the same agenda document we were typing on (Google doc link). Here it is! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=dri vesdk I was going to send them over to Jack today at 2pm, if you have some extra time on the train and want to add any notes or clean things up go for it! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 11:35:40 AM To: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Eric I believe I left my water bottle in your sun room, on the floor in front of the couch. I’m ona train (to NYC!), so I will find a time to come by and pick it up next week. You were taking notes, could you forward those to me? Thanks, Georgiana On Mon, Apr 7, 2025 at 1:34 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Been following along, looking forward to meeting at 3! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 9:07:36 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> ; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I mostly texted or fb messaged the respondents so it was not that hard The frequency is how often would they use the pass. I asked how many do they need to have themeselves and theur guests park legally? How often they would use the spots ? Oh Jim , 1 of these cars is in NG and is akways parked on the street and 8 are in NH and always on the street. So you may have counted them in some manner. Does this help? Thanks Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 8:47 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: HI Mona, Thanks for doing the legwork! Could you explain the results below Frequency? Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 8:20 PM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Jim and i discussed me doing a survey similar to a man on the street Here are the results of my Mona on the street survey I surveyed 31 people no one on Council or Task Force. Everyone lives in the areas affected by the E Meters Number of passes 0 - 2 people - no need for a pass 1 - 13 people - need this 2 but i can make 1 work with some work- 5 people 2- 8 people 4plus - 3 people - 1 has 4/5 cars depending on who is home(they will make 2 work) 1 - needs 4 for lots of people coning over 1- ideally needs a lot as they habe lots of people patking and she drives them to the fair Frequency A lot of people park their cars out front out of their houses and have visitors park in their spots -12 Some people have no where else to go-5 Others just like to park put front so no one else can -2 10 days - 1 6 days -1 4-5 days 7 2 says -2 Most people acknowledged they know its not guaranteed and they will lose if they leave Feel free to reach out woth wuestions Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2025, at 7:04 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250408141300,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Eric Meyer eric.meyer@falconheights.org_247.eml Thanks for sharing, Eric! We'll work on the action items. In response to the questions in the budget spreadsheet, I can't edit Google Spreadsheets through my city account, but notes below (in red): 70100 SUPPLIES 0 10,000 2,000 hang tags at $5 per (assuming 4 per eligible household, increased security on tags) Elke said these are closer to $0.70 each, right? Hang tags were $4/each in 2024. We get a price break on quantity, but estimated $5/each if we go for higher end security / serial number options 70300 AMBASSADOR SUPPLIES 0 10,000 6 iPads for enforcement, vests/uniforms, hotspots Could we use cheaper android tablets? Or prepaid phones? COuld people use their own devices for a bonus? We won't be able to do BYOD, but there are ways we can be cost savvy. iPad should say tablet. The $10K is everything from uniforms, tech support costs, etc. Again, trying to overestimate expenses for budgeting in advance as there are often hidden costs. 87500 PARKMOBILE FEES 0 47,000 This is directly connected to how much we sell, correct? Correct, the formula essentially is: gross revenue * (15% ParkMobile fee + 3% merchant of record fee +0.20 cents), or about 18.8% of $25. We separate this as an expense as it's how it will be on the back-end as a cost. It comes to the rounded amount around that $20/$5 split. Jack ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 2:00 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Notes from subgroup meeting on parking https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=drivesdk Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> 20250408144210,Gary Rost garyadguard-falheights@yahoo.com,_jack.linehan@falconheights.org_ jack.linehan@falconheights.org_248.eml You don't often get email from garyadguard-falheights@yahoo.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hello, There is a Falcon Heights ordinance that basically says a vehicle cannot park within five feet of a driveway. I was wondering if that can be programmed into the ParkMobile app to prevent people from doing that? The biggest problem I have with the state fair is people violating that ordinance. Occasionally, someone will park with the front or rear of their vehicle actually protruding into my driveway, making it difficult to get in and out safely. Gary 20250408222354,James Wassenberg james.wassenberg@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_249.eml Hi Jack, Somehow I'm feeling the need to talk to you every week these days. I'm wondering if you have any time in your schedule tomorrow to meet. I'd like to talk to you about some facilitiation I'd like to do to help identify youth commissioners. We could just do it as a call if you like, but I am free to come in. On a separate note, I saw the parking petition site you sent. Thanks. My wife pointed it out to me too. I think it is further evidence that we need to get our ducks in a row as soon as possible, and then over communicate. I have to say, I can see why people would sign it. If everything that it says were true (which... not even close), I'd probably sign it myself. That said, I took the time to write up some clarifications and corrections for my own thought process. I've attached them in case you might find them useful. Best, Jim Dear Neighbor, We're reaching out to ask for your support in opposing the proposed E-meter Parking (ParkMobile) system and the associated parking charges for the Fair. This proposal will place unnecessary burdens on our community, and it’s important that we take action to ensure our concerns are heard. This is important because the https://kstp.com/kstp-news/top-news/e-meter-parking-planned-for-falcon-heights-neighborhoods-during-state-fair/proposed EParking system and associated parking charges unfairly burden residents, particularly those who rely on street parking for caregiving, daily needs, and essential services. This will not be the case. Parking will be free for up to 4 cars at a time for residents and their visitors/guests. It also excludes low- and middle-income individuals, as well as those with mobility or health issues, from accessing the Fair. Those with mobility issues would likely have difficulty walking from the neighborhoods to the fair. Dropoff, or the available free park and rides are a better option than even the current free parking for low income individuals or those with mobility issues. Additionally, the plan lacks financial transparency, risks to the city and community have not been fully addressed, and public engagement has been minimal. Addressed below. The installation of permanent parking posts could negatively impact property values and the aesthetics of our neighborhoods. Signing the petition helps ensure that the Fair remains accessible, fair, and considerate of all residents' needs. \We, the undersigned residents and concerned individuals, oppose the proposed E-meter Parking (ParkMobile) system and associated parking charges for the Fair. We believe this proposal unfairly burdens residents and fails to consider the full impact on our community. 1. Unclear Purpose and Financial JustificationThe proposed revenue from parking charges ($100,000–$240,000) lacks sufficient backing and clarity. The city has not provided enough evidence that this system will effectively meet financial needs. We call for full transparency and clearer financial justification. <This can be provided. Financial have been refined and have been done extensively. All reasonable scenarios have resulted in net financial benefits sufficient to offset the financial costs to Falcon Heights of hosting the fair. 2. Financial Burden on ResidentsThe $25 daily parking charge (totaling $300) for 12 days is a significant financial strain for those who rely on street parking for caregiving, essential services, and daily needs. We oppose this charge, which unfairly impacts residents. (Even with an option of more than one pass per household, as is now being discussed as an option - residents would still have to apply if more than one is needed) <The plan for resident passes has been refined based on resident feedback from the public hearing. The current plan is that any resident living on a affected street could park up to four vehicles on the street at once at no cost. Passes could be shared with visitors, guests, caregivers, and service providers at the resident’s discretion 3. Inaccessibility for Low-Income ResidentsCharging $25 a day for parking places an undue burden on low- and middle-income Fair goers, . Free park and rides have been and will continue to be the best transportation option for low and middle income fair goers. and alternatives like buses or rideshares aren’t viable for everyone, especially those with mobility, health, <Parking and walking hundreds of yards from the fair entrance has never been the best option for those with mobility or health issues. Wheelchair accessible buses and a park and ride lot reserved for persons with handicap stickers are located at Oscar Johnson. All other park and rides are also serviced by handicap accessible buses. This has been and continues to be the best transport option for those with mobility or health issues See https://www.mnstatefair.org/guides/accessibility/ . or financial challenges As a community committed to being welcoming and inclusive, we cannot support a proposal that disproportionately excludes vulnerable individuals. True inclusivity means ensuring all residents, regardless of income, can participate in the Fair. 4. Risks to the City and CommunityThere are risks to the city if parking spaces are not filled or if issues arise with the ParkMobile system. These risks have not been fully addressed, and we believe they need careful consideration before proceeding. It is not clear what risks are being referred to. Falcon Heights will not accept a contract that poses undue financial or legal risks to the community. <May also want to address what happens if the Park Mobile App experiences an outage. 5. Lack of Transparency and Public EngagementThe public engagement process has been insufficient, with limited communication and a lack of meaningful dialogue. Despite task force meetings being held since September 2024, residents were largely unaware of the proposal until the Spring 2025 Newsletter, and the public hearing did not provide enough opportunity for constructive input. The parking proposal first came before the city council on February 5th 2025 during a televised workshop. The public hearing during which 34 residents chose to speak, was held on March 26th. We demand more transparent processes and genuine community involvement. <Additional communications will continue to from the city to keep residents informed as more details become solidified. 6. Possible Negative Impact on Property Values and AestheticsPermanent parking posts in residential lawns could negatively affect property values and the aesthetic integrity of our neighborhoods. The introduction of ParkMobile in residential areas sets an undesirable precedent for future commercialization. Not sure what this means. At the public hearing on Wed March 26th, we were told they are “trying” to make the signs temporary, but the posts might have to be permanent. The preference by all is for the signs to be temporary. <The city is exploring options to place temporary, yet highly visible and robust signage. The signs certainly can be temporary, the challenge is to make the signposts also temporary. Could now list other benefits from the proposal Ability of police to focus on public safety rather than identifying parking issues Improved identification and removal of hazardous parking situations (wrong side parking, parking over or too near sidewalks, driveways, alleyways and corners.) Likely reduced and calmer car traffic as fairgoers won’t be desperately searching for prized, free parking spots Improved safety and fair experience due to the presence and assistance of Falcon Heights Ambassadors in the neighborhoods. 20250409083444,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Gary Rost garyadguard-falheights@yahoo.com_250.eml Hi Gary, I'm not certain if it could be added to the app, but we are working to make sure that there is good delineation of no parking near driveways and alleys. We added signage to driveways in Northome last year and will work to expand the "no parking within 5'" to NE Quad driveways as well. I also meant to follow up and say thank you for the info on e-meters and the term's connotations-- the name came from a task force meeting and we all thought, "that captures the idea!", but we hadn't googled the term... Once I did after your email, I agree we need to pivot away from e-meter. We're bringing on a public engagement firm after today to help us with messaging, and hopefully they can help us with explaining it better, as well. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Gary Rost <garyadguard-falheights@yahoo.com> Sent: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 2:42 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: ParkMobile app You don't often get email from garyadguard-falheights@yahoo.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hello, There is a Falcon Heights ordinance that basically says a vehicle cannot park within five feet of a driveway. I was wondering if that can be programmed into the ParkMobile app to prevent people from doing that? The biggest problem I have with the state fair is people violating that ordinance. Occasionally, someone will park with the front or rear of their vehicle actually protruding into my driveway, making it difficult to get in and out safely. Gary 20250409100607,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Diana Dellinger diana.dellinger@easypark.net_253.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. 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As I was driving into my neighborhood this popped back into my head so I drove around to survey the alley situation in Northome on the parking sides. There are four affected alley exits for each of the three streets. Here is what they look like. Arona: Three alleys are marked as no parking any time, the other alleyway has a driveway on one side. Pascal: Three alleys are immediately flanked by driveways on both sides, one has a driveway one side. Albert: Two alleyways have driveways on both sides. One has a driveway on one side. One has only grass on both sides. A driveway gives about ten feet of clearance plus however much our signs currently limit parking (an extra five feet)? I live on an alleyway that has driveways flanking both sides and I don't find it particularly difficult to exit during the fair. So there is only one alley with cars close on both sides, and three with cars close one one side. I don't think this warrants eliminating parking entirely on the north south streets, but I would be in favor of placing the temporary signs so those four affected alleys have the same distance protections as do the alleyways that have driveways on both sides (say 15 feet each side, 10+5). That would even out the protections across northome at a cost of only about 50 lineal feet of parking. Thanks, Jim ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 7:04 PM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Re[5]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250409160135,Eric Meyer eric.meyer@falconheights.org,James Wassenberg james.wassenberg@falconheights.org, Georgiana May gmay@umn_255.eml Makes sense to me! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org> Sent: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 3:35:20 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Re[5]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi All, In our subgroup meeting I recall a statement brought forth from residents that it is difficult/dangerous to exit alleyways on the north-south streets on the parking side due to cars being parked so close. As I was driving into my neighborhood this popped back into my head so I drove around to survey the alley situation in Northome on the parking sides. There are four affected alley exits for each of the three streets. Here is what they look like. Arona: Three alleys are marked as no parking any time, the other alleyway has a driveway on one side. Pascal: Three alleys are immediately flanked by driveways on both sides, one has a driveway one side. Albert: Two alleyways have driveways on both sides. One has a driveway on one side. One has only grass on both sides. A driveway gives about ten feet of clearance plus however much our signs currently limit parking (an extra five feet)? I live on an alleyway that has driveways flanking both sides and I don't find it particularly difficult to exit during the fair. So there is only one alley with cars close on both sides, and three with cars close one one side. I don't think this warrants eliminating parking entirely on the north south streets, but I would be in favor of placing the temporary signs so those four affected alleys have the same distance protections as do the alleyways that have driveways on both sides (say 15 feet each side, 10+5). That would even out the protections across northome at a cost of only about 50 lineal feet of parking. Thanks, Jim ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 7:04 PM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Re[5]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250409160534,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com,James Wassenberg James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org, Georgiana May gmay_256.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I live on an alley with one flanking driveway, last year there was a marking like the stop signs stating you cant park this many feet Sent from my iPhone On Apr 9, 2025, at 3:35 PM, James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org> wrote: Hi All, In our subgroup meeting I recall a statement brought forth from residents that it is difficult/dangerous to exit alleyways on the north-south streets on the parking side due to cars being parked so close. As I was driving into my neighborhood this popped back into my head so I drove around to survey the alley situation in Northome on the parking sides. There are four affected alley exits for each of the three streets. Here is what they look like. Arona: Three alleys are marked as no parking any time, the other alleyway has a driveway on one side. Pascal: Three alleys are immediately flanked by driveways on both sides, one has a driveway one side. Albert: Two alleyways have driveways on both sides. One has a driveway on one side. One has only grass on both sides. A driveway gives about ten feet of clearance plus however much our signs currently limit parking (an extra five feet)? I live on an alleyway that has driveways flanking both sides and I don't find it particularly difficult to exit during the fair. So there is only one alley with cars close on both sides, and three with cars close one one side. I don't think this warrants eliminating parking entirely on the north south streets, but I would be in favor of placing the temporary signs so those four affected alleys have the same distance protections as do the alleyways that have driveways on both sides (say 15 feet each side, 10+5). That would even out the protections across northome at a cost of only about 50 lineal feet of parking. Thanks, Jim ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 7:04 PM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Re[5]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250409161018,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com,James Wassenberg James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org, Georgiana May gmay_257.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I hit send too soon….. The signage was really helpful last year except when people removed them I think having the ambassadors would be really helpful with signage thiefs Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 9, 2025, at 4:05 PM, Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> wrote: I live on an alley with one flanking driveway, last year there was a marking like the stop signs stating you cant park this many feet Sent from my iPhone On Apr 9, 2025, at 3:35 PM, James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org> wrote: Hi All, In our subgroup meeting I recall a statement brought forth from residents that it is difficult/dangerous to exit alleyways on the north-south streets on the parking side due to cars being parked so close. As I was driving into my neighborhood this popped back into my head so I drove around to survey the alley situation in Northome on the parking sides. There are four affected alley exits for each of the three streets. Here is what they look like. Arona: Three alleys are marked as no parking any time, the other alleyway has a driveway on one side. Pascal: Three alleys are immediately flanked by driveways on both sides, one has a driveway one side. Albert: Two alleyways have driveways on both sides. One has a driveway on one side. One has only grass on both sides. A driveway gives about ten feet of clearance plus however much our signs currently limit parking (an extra five feet)? I live on an alleyway that has driveways flanking both sides and I don't find it particularly difficult to exit during the fair. So there is only one alley with cars close on both sides, and three with cars close one one side. I don't think this warrants eliminating parking entirely on the north south streets, but I would be in favor of placing the temporary signs so those four affected alleys have the same distance protections as do the alleyways that have driveways on both sides (say 15 feet each side, 10+5). That would even out the protections across northome at a cost of only about 50 lineal feet of parking. Thanks, Jim ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 7:04 PM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Re[5]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250409163422,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_258.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Mona, Attached is the summary of our budget model meeting discussions. I suggest that each of the numbered points be specific points in the agenda. We need to address the questions marked with ** so that the SFTF can arrive at recommendations for Council. Thanks, Georgiana Models We compared with made differing assumptions about the number of passes given to residents, the turn-over rates (how many times a spot might be used) and whether or not to charge different amounts for regions of Northeast. * We found that a variety of assumptions would return $100,000 or more and thus cover the estimated costs. We discussed how does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? We were mixed on whether to do differential pricing and what effect it would have on income – it could drive traffic north, $25 is too much for driving so far north, might increase the use of parking places in the north, how would we communicate the price, would this cost more for ParkMobile? ** Best left to a Task Force consensus recommendation and Council consensus decision. How many passes per household? “Man on the street” estimates suggest that many residents will need 0 – 2 (40%) hangtags, but that some may need more. It was harder to estimate whether residents would use a hangtag for all 12 days of the Fair. 3. Assuming that we will use transferable “hangtags” for residents, we discussed how many to give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?), and how to distribute these? ** Our consensus was to send out 1 hangtag initially with the mailing about the program, allow residents to check a box on a postcard (or other means – call?) and get 1 more automatically. * If a resident feels that they need more than 2, they request in person and explain their “hardship”. **An alternative – mail out postcard, residents check whether they want 1 or 2, send it back to City Hall and we mail those. Those who want >2, have to come to request in person. ** We had no opinions about whether folks could phone in their hardship requests or should come in to do it in person.We thought staff should pick what's easiest to administer. 4. How concerned about counterfeit passes or other fraud * We were not too concerned and didn't have much expertise in this, so thought we could estimate fraud by counting passes per block versus the number distributed per block. It was also mentioned that some neighbors feel like the questions brought up in the Public Forum and subsequent emails have not been well answered. Questions like "if public safety is the stated most important goal", what is the official current thinking around why E-Meter parking will improve safety. *Our consensus was that it would be valuable to update the public FAQ with everything we've learned. Eric made a list of the important questions and answers we could think which he will pass on to the Council and Task Force. 20250409164205,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com, James Wassenberg James.Wassenberg@falconhei_259.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks for the information Jim. I don't have really strong opinions on this myself, but some of our residents sure do. Mona, this sounds like a question for TF discussion. Georgiana On Wed, Apr 9, 2025 at 4:10 PM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: I hit send too soon….. The signage was really helpful last year except when people removed them I think having the ambassadors would be really helpful with signage thiefs Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 9, 2025, at 4:05 PM, Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: I live on an alley with one flanking driveway, last year there was a marking like the stop signs stating you cant park this many feet Sent from my iPhone On Apr 9, 2025, at 3:35 PM, James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, In our subgroup meeting I recall a statement brought forth from residents that it is difficult/dangerous to exit alleyways on the north-south streets on the parking side due to cars being parked so close. As I was driving into my neighborhood this popped back into my head so I drove around to survey the alley situation in Northome on the parking sides. There are four affected alley exits for each of the three streets. Here is what they look like. Arona: Three alleys are marked as no parking any time, the other alleyway has a driveway on one side. Pascal: Three alleys are immediately flanked by driveways on both sides, one has a driveway one side. Albert: Two alleyways have driveways on both sides. One has a driveway on one side. One has only grass on both sides. A driveway gives about ten feet of clearance plus however much our signs currently limit parking (an extra five feet)? I live on an alleyway that has driveways flanking both sides and I don't find it particularly difficult to exit during the fair. So there is only one alley with cars close on both sides, and three with cars close one one side. I don't think this warrants eliminating parking entirely on the north south streets, but I would be in favor of placing the temporary signs so those four affected alleys have the same distance protections as do the alleyways that have driveways on both sides (say 15 feet each side, 10+5). That would even out the protections across northome at a cost of only about 50 lineal feet of parking. Thanks, Jim ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Sunday, April 6, 2025 7:04 PM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Re[5]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks, I will see if I can use your parking spaces numbers. Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 2:29 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, Georgiana, By "driveways reducing parking spots, I just meant that folks can't park in front of driveways, so my "available feet" of parking on streets with driveways should be reduced by however much distance was used for driveways (I assumed 8 feet per driveway and half the available houses on blocks with driveways being on the side of the street with parking). Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Cc "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 2:11:42 PM Subject Re: Re[3]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks Tom, I probably will get my updated model out to you folks tomorrow morning. I find the different approaches we are taking interesting, and I'm adjusting mine to Jim's use of "time slots" so that we can compare models more easily. Tom - wondered what you meant by "driveways reducing parking spots" - do mean that people with long driveways (e.g. Arona, north of Larpenteur) would more likely request fewer parking places? See you Monday folks, I made some additions to the suggested agenda (thanks for getting this started Eric), Georgiana On Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi, All, If anyone is interested in updates before tomorrow's meeting, I tried to add variable pricing by distance to the fair and some accounting for driveways reducing parking spots to my previous model. Updated model attached. Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> To "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Jack Linehan" <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/6/2025 12:53:50 PM Subject Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi, All, Just a quick update to the incident numbers after Jim's and Georgiana's responses. I'm definitely curious about what Georgiana found, but, since it was easy, I went ahead and filtered out 'Fair Ground Police/Fire Department' calls from my counts and then broke down the calls by reported problem. Tom Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data (incidents in Falcon Heights not handled by Fair Grounds Police/Fire) 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3534 Total Incidents where 370 [10%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 3458 Total Incidents where 804 [23%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2430 Total Incidents where 74 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4131 Total Incidents where 1513 [37%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 3780 Total Incidents where 905 [24%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 4289 Total Incidents where 1094 [26%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 3869 Total Incidents where 1117 [29%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 528 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024 Problem Description Breakdown MEDICAL 688 PRK - Parking Complaint 267 AMA - Assist Medical Agency 14 ALM - Alarm Sounding 12 AFA - Assist Fire Agency 11 DOC - Disorderly Conduct 10 APD - Accident Property Damage 10 DGC - Dangerous Condition 8 TRF - Traffic Stop 7 SER - Public Service 7 AST - Assist Citizen 6 AOA - Assist Other Agency 6 AHR - Accident Hit and Run 5 WEL - Welfare Check 5 SUS - Suspicious Activity 4 ASS - Assault 4 WIRF - Wire Fire 4 FIRE - Fire Assist 4 ALA - Alarm Sounding 3 ADM - Administrative Detail 3 LIFT - Lift Assist 3 PCN - Previous Case Follow-Up 2 LOC - Lockout 2 MVT - Motor Vehicle Theft 2 WIR - Wire Down 2 AWI - Accident With Injuries 2 COT - Contracted Overtime 2 PIC - Person in Crisis 2 MSP - Missing Person, Juvenile 1 ANC - Animal Complaint 1 BRG - Burglary 1 CDP - Criminal Damage Property 1 CIV - Civil Problem 1 PPV - Police Proactive Visit 1 RCIV - Civil Div Paper Serve 1 FRD - Fraud or Forgery 1 DOM -Domestic Fam Relationship 1 ELV - Elevator Rescue 1 SOL - Solicitor 1 DIS - Dispute Disagreement 1 HRI - Hit & Run Acc w/Injuries 1 COE - Community Outreach Event 1 COMF - Commercial Fire 1 INV - Investigate 1 THF - Theft 1 VEH - Vehicle Fire 1 RUB - Rubbish Fire 1 DSB - Disturbance Noise Comp 1 FWK - Fireworks 1 RPR - Recovered Property 1 ------ Original Message ------ From "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> To "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Cc "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.co m>>; "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Date 4/5/2025 5:48:50 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi There is a chart below for the weights. The lower attendance day has less weight. The weight means less of a chsnce of a turn over . Mona Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2025, at 4:57 PM, Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> wrote: Hi Mona, Took a look at your spreadsheet and wondered what the weights are? Then, you have weights based on the number of resident parking passes - how calculated? Also, are you using St. Fair attendance in your calculations, or is attendance more for reference? Thanks, Georgiana On Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> wrote: Attached is my extremely conservative estimate of parking. I used the data from State Fair website and then assigned a weight. The weekends people are more likely to park all day but I also know people who just park in our neighborhood to go hear a performance. This is extremely conservative and if we have residents taking spots this may be more accurate, Mona ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Saturday, April 5, 2025 8:42 AM To: James Wassenberg <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer < eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Hi all, Tom, I did a detailed analysis of the RCSO data, filtering out incidents within the FG, and comparing those FH incidents during the Fair to a comparable time period in June w/o major events at the fairgrounds. I presented this at a Task Force meeting but maybe that was before you joined Tom? It was part of the motivation to get MN State resources for better policing on major thoroughfares outside the FG. I could bring graphical summaries on Monday but these data mostly inform the messes on major streets outside of FH neighborhoods. They do confirm that non-vehicular crime within FH does not increase, but that parking and vehicular violations (speeding, accidents, hit-and-run), do increase greatly. Jim - maybe these results would be good for me to present at the Council sometime. I personally think that we should try to get more SAPD patrolling w/in FH during the Fair but I’m not sure that’s possible w their current staffing levels. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:23 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: I'm not sure, but I think most of those incidents during the fair are things that happened on the fairgrounds themselves. Maybe someone else can confirm. Jim Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 7:28:12 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re[4]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Fellow State Fair Data Enthusiasts, I went to https://opendata.ramseycounty.us/Public-Safety-and-Justice/Emergency-Communications-Center-Incident-Data/khr9-xwfu/about_data and downloaded the list of all incidents handled by the police and fire agencies served by the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center from sometime in 2017 to the present. I then extracted only those whose "Generalized Location City" was "Falcon Heights" and just counted the incidents that occurred during the 12 days of the State Fair vs the rest of that year. My results were very surprising, at least to me: WARNING: These numbers should be verified!!!!! This was just my simplistic investigation!!!!! Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Incident Data 2017: 1874 Total Incidents where 335 [18%] occurred during the State Fair. 2018: 3765 Total Incidents where 543 [14%] occurred during the State Fair. 2019: 4957 Total Incidents where 2095 [42%] occurred during the State Fair. 2020: 2590 Total Incidents where 81 [ 3%] occurred during the State Fair. 2021: 4215 Total Incidents where 1513 [36%] occurred during the State Fair. 2022: 5250 Total Incidents where 2152 [41%] occurred during the State Fair. 2023: 6091 Total Incidents where 2601 [43%] occurred during the State Fair. 2024: 5815 Total Incidents where 2805 [48%] occurred during the State Fair. 2025: 562 Total Incidents where 0 [ 0%] occurred during the State Fair. Roughly 40% of Falcon Heights' "incidents" occur during the 12 days of the Fair? Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc "ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>" <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Date 4/4/2025 2:15:57 PM Subject Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks much, do you have estimates for other costs, such as the parking curb signs we produce, trash, porta potties etc. Georgiana On Fri, Apr 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, Attached is the budget spreadsheet I've been working off to create a special revenue fund to track expenditures/revenues. We may do it in another format, but this is just for tracking. A general note is I am trying to overestimate expenditures to build in cushion. A few other notes: * Assumed $250K gross revenue (i.e. full $25), but this can be edited based on what you find * The Parking Ambassadors under 60530 is proposed at having four employees for 12 days of the fair from 8AM-8PM at $25/hr, and one roving supervisor at all times at $30/hr. We could likely halve the ambassadors, but overestimating for now to capture training * Some costs are one-time to set-up the program and hopefully will get multiple years of use. * This one's a bit of a doozy, but finding this week as we work on this that we very likely need to remit sales tax and are not exempt. 8.375% of total sales. * Per proposed contract, ParkMobile provides signs for their "Welcome Kit", and any signage wanted above that requires payment. I'm getting exact numbers of what our welcome kit includes, as we may want more signs than PM offers. As far as other costs, we haven't included policing (2025 Back to the 50s/State Fair estimate of $35K from SAPD) or general fair staff time (estimated at about $42K, or 14 work days of all employees time to be about 5% of our citywide payroll for a year). Historically the police have billed this amount to State Fair-- we'll see how that goes in 2025. Jack ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Friday, April 4, 2025 8:52 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg < james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Subject: Re: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks Jack, it looks like we are within the guidelines for open meetings since we don't achieve a quorum for either Council or the SFTF. This sub-group isn't formed to make decisions, and I would like to share the outcome of our work with both groups to aid their decisions (Council) or recommendations (SFTF). For either group, sharing the information likely would involve presenting the models in a meeting. In addition, given the complexity of the information, it could help to send out the overviews ahead of those meetings to members so that they can think about it (as part of meeting packets?). Jim and Eric had a nice summary, and I suggest providing a similar summary for the other models to both groups. Jack - we really need numbers for estimated costs, e.g. the 2024 numbers updated with new 2025 expenses (SAPD, e-meter) Estimates of these costs would be useful: - cost of staff time for installing e-meter signs, picking up trash, installing the temporary curb-side parking signs, providing hang-tags for residents, overtime to answer calls during the fair .... - costs of Parking Ambassadors - cost per person on the ground (people doing the work) - costs of policing - costs of porta-potty Thanks much, Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 9:30 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi All, My apologies, I saw the thread / coordination of the subgroup, but missed the questions initially. It's always good to be thinking of open meeting law and maintaining transparency, but you're good under this plan. The work group can meet without taking minutes or posting notice, as it is not a quorum of either body (one member over half of the body). Two council members and three task force members are fine to meet. A few important things I'd keep in mind are: 1. The work group can make recommendations back to either of their respective bodies during an officially noticed meeting, but cannot make final decisions/policy. 2. Be cognizant of adding other members to an email thread or forwarding an email thread, as one more council member or three more SFTF members would violate MN Open Meetings Law. Otherwise, you're free to work together and brainstorm with the goal of making recommendations in public meetings to your peers. A good reference guide written for council / commissions here from the League of MN Cities if anyone has curiosity to learn more about about the law https://www.lmc.org/resources/meetings-of-city-councils/ I'm available at 3PM Monday if it'd be helpful to attend or take notes. Jack ________________________________ From: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 8:31:55 PM To: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:jame s.wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>> Cc: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:Jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re[2]: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Everyone, Our modeling get-together might conflict with Minnesota Statues "Open Meeting Law" which, I think, has a clause about even 2 or more city council members qualifying as a "public body" and, thus, being required to meet in an open session and provide notices to the public. I just don't want to get any more neighbors upset with the planning than they already are! 🙂 Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Georgiana May" <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> To "Eric Meyer" <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; "James Wassenberg" <James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; "Mona E. McGarthwaite" < mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> Cc "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Date 4/3/2025 5:13:59 PM Subject Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Thanks for hosting Eric. See everyone there. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 1:23 PM Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes! Monday at 3 it is! Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 1:20:35 PM To: James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> Cc: Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>>; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; Jack Linehan < jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi I think we are only talking about scheduling on Monday Ap 7. Can’t do today and tomorrow would be tough. Thanks! Georgiana On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM James Wassenberg <james.wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:james.wassenberg@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Eric, If you are talking about today specifically, I can probably squeeze in 3:00-4:30. I'm just bracketed by an eye appointment on the front end, and picking up my daughter on the back end. Jim ________________________________ From: Eric Meyer Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:37 AM To: Georgiana May; ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>; Mona E. McGarthwaite; James Wassenberg Cc: Jack Linehan Subject: Re: about that subgroup on the models ... Great timing Georgiana, I was just going to start working on this! I'd love to host at our home, 1878 Pascal Street! I have some bigger screens that should work for any slides/spreadsheets if we need it. Time-wise, I can do any time after 3. How's 3:00-4:30 sound? For an agenda I'd suggest: 1. Compare models. Combine / substitute features of some as appropriate. Pick which we think is the best predictor 2. Run a few scenarios to help determine... * How many resident passes should we give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?) * How does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? * Does the ability to request additional resident passes over phone/online form vs. in person meaningfully change the number of passes requested and their use? (Is there an amount of additional revenue that makes it “worth it” to inconvenience residents and require extra staff time?) * How concerned about counterfeit passes/fraud/perfect enforcement should we be? (e.g., how much fraud etc... do we have to assume would happen to make it worth spending heavily on countermeasures/enfo rcement?) Just suggestions! I realize some of those may sound a bit like leading questions. Ha! I put this draft in a google doc that can be edited by anyone, here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TnAvWXoSJ3VDZ78eN-CcwedsHI6f1oIH7rq0EZ__ejw/edit?usp=sharing ________________________________ From: Georgiana May <gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>> Sent: Thursday, April 3, 2025 11:01 AM To: ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com> <ktbd4.tom@gmail.com<mailto:ktbd4.tom@gmail.com>>; Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com<mailto:mehowley@hotmail.com>>; James Wassenberg < James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org<mailto:James.Wassenberg@falconheights.org>>; Eric Meyer <eric.meyer@falconheights.org<mailto:eric.meyer@falconheights.org>> Cc: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: about that subgroup on the models ... You don't often get email from gmay@umn.edu<mailto:gmay@umn.edu>. Learn why this is important <https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi all, That was a good session last night. I really appreciate the time and care that Jim and Eric put into their model and look forward to seeing Tom's. I'm writing because it occurred to me that it would be good to get Jack's input on how a subgroup such as ours should proceed, e.g. do we keep minutes? I've cc'ed Jack here. I heard that the Council considered the important role of agendas last night! ;) and we might want to set an agenda for ourselves for Monday. Lastly, if people want to send us all their availability, that might help Eric in finding a time that works for him at home. Eric - if this turns out to be too much, let me know, happy to host. We have a projector for computer slides. - Georgiana: Monday open but want to end by 7 pm at the latest because I'm leaving Tuesday for a vacation. Thanks much, Georgiana -- From The Hill We Climb Amanda Gorman: Let the globe, if nothing else, say this is true: That even as we grieved, we grew, That even as we hurt, we hoped, That even as we tired, we tried. That we'll forever be tied together, Victorious, Not because we will never again know defeat, But because we never again sow division. 20250410145121,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,_Mona E. McGarthwaite_ mehowley@hotmail.com_261.eml Hi Mona, Attached is a draft agenda. I'll likely try to summarize more on the agenda cover and spell out the detail in the memos/packet, but wanted to put it all here for you to review and see if I'm missing anything. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, April 16, 2025 6:30 p.m. CALL TO ORDER:6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ < Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____Georgiana May____Alice Hausman ___Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ </ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES March 19, 2025 NEW BUSINESS - E-Meters / ParkMobile Parking Direction from City Council: Explore recommendations for increasing the number of passes to be provided to residents Determine Format for Passes (Digital, Hangtag, etc.) Revisit Pricing Discussion – Fixed Rate Citywide or Zone-by-Zone Rate Update from Work Group on Models / Budget Estimates Request for Consideration – No Parking on North/South Streets in Northome for Alleyway Access Update on Goff Public Assistance for Messaging City of Roseville Discussion on E-Meters Update on Legislative Activity Member Vacancy Update & Process Future Agenda Items: Invitation to St. Anthony Village Police / Minnesota State Fair Leadership Member Topics / Open Discussion INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS City Council Liaison Update Staff Liaison Update ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: May 14, 2025 at 6:30PM 20250411151657,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Hugo Bruggeman h.bruggeman@fastmail.com_262.eml Hi Hugo, Thank you for reaching out. The City Council approved adoption of an ordinance that would allow for e-parking and meters to be added to City Code, as well as authorization to enter in to contract discussions with the identified vendor, ParkMobile. We have not yet approved the contract and there still are steps to be taken before the program is officially up and running. The next steps are more discussion at our Wednesday, April 16th State Fair Task Force (an appointed group of residents who recommend policies surrounding the fair) at 6:30PM to discuss program steps, and then the City Council intends to review at their Wednesday, May 7th workshop with the goal of finalizing recommendations shortly thereafter. Feel free to reach out if there are more questions along the way. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Hugo Bruggeman <h.bruggeman@fastmail.com> Sent: Friday, April 11, 2025 10:20 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: State Fair e-Parking You don't often get email from h.bruggeman@fastmail.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Dear Jack, I am a Ward 4 resident of St. Paul and am very interested in Falcon Heights' efforts to implement e-parking during the State Fair. Your city council has not yet approved the implementation of e-parking for the 2025 State Fair, correct? If so, when do they plan to convene on this topic? As a resident of St. Paul, I would like to learn from the work you are doing in Falcon Heights and explore how it might be leveraged in my own community. Best regards, —Hugo Hugo Bruggeman 612 203 0123 Ward 4 resident, Board member of MGCC, Chair of MGCCs transportation committee Note: This email is written on my personal behalf, not as a representative of MGCC. 20250411160053,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,FH Mail mail@falconheights.org_263.eml Hello, Attached is the agenda packet for our meeting next Wednesday, April 16th. Lots to discuss and hope to see you there. Let me know if you cannot attend, if you have not already. As a note, I'll be flying out to Texas for a funeral early next week but flying back early Wednesday. If my flight gets delayed for some reason, I'll work with staff to make sure doors are open and the group has a chance to still meet without me. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, April 16, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ VACANT___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES E. NEW BUSINESS 1. ParkMobile Parking Program i. Update from Work Group on Models / Budget Estimates ii. Direction from City Council: 1. Explore recommendations for increasing the number of passes to be provided to residents 2. Determine Format for Passes (Digital, Hangtag, etc.) 3. Revisit Pricing Discussion – Fixed Rate Citywide or Zone-by-Zone Rate iii. Request for Consideration – No Parking on North/South Streets in Northome for Alleyway Access iv. City of Roseville Discussion on E-Meters 2. Update on Legislative Activity 3. Member Vacancy Update & Process 4. Future Agenda Items: i. Invitation to St. Anthony Village Police / Minnesota State Fair Leadership 5. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: May 14, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item ParkMobile Parking Program Updates Description The City Council met on Wednesday, April 2nd to review the feedback from the public hearing. Task Force Chair McGarthwaite and Members May, Davis and Prather were in attendance. At the meeting, it was directed that a subgroup of the task force work with council members Meyer and Wassenberg on developing models to refine the budget to help guide decision making around passes, costs and more. The subgroup met on April 7th and will present some of their research to date and questions to pose to the group. Following this, the Task Force is requested to weigh in on: • Number of passes that would be provided to each household under a program. • How to provide these passes (by mail or in-person), and whether they would be physical or digital passes. • How to handle one-off circumstances. • Other considerations such as pricing different regions differently, adding or considering not allowing parking on streets abutting an alleyway. Staff has included a draft budget to highlight the working determinations of the programs costs and potential revenues. The gross program revenues listed at $250,000 may move up or down depending on modeling used and passes provided, and costs may also shift depending on program scope and future determinations. After the State Fair Task Force weighs in, the next step will be to provide a recommendation back to the City Council for their review at the May workshop. Additionally, cities and neighborhood councils surrounding Falcon Heights have began having discussion on the proposal and either A) how it may impact parking in their jurisdiction or B) how they may also consider Meeting Date April 16 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator leveraging paid-on-street parking. The City of Roseville had a discussion on April 7th on the topic. Video here (starts at about 3:45 mark): https://webstreaming. ctv15.org/viewer.php?streamid=7714 Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Draft Budget • Administrative Manual Sections: Parking and MN State Fair Guidelines Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the latest considerations around the ParkMobile program and determine next steps. ACCOUNT ESTIMATEDBUDGET NUMBER ACCOUNT TITLE 2024 2025 REVENUES: INTERGOVERNMENTAL 33610 GRANTS 0 0 TOTAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL 0 0 CHARGES FOR SERVICES 34310 PARKING METER FEES - GROSS 0 250,000 TOTAL CHARGES FOR SERVICES 0 250,000 MISCELLANEOUS 36211 INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS 0 0 36400 MISCELLANEOUS 0 0 TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS 0 0 201 TOTAL REVENUES 0 250,000 OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 39200 TRANSFERS 0 0 TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 0 0 TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 0 250,000 EXPENDITURES: COMPENSATION 60100 REGULAR SALARIES 0 8,500 Allocation of staff salary for installation of signs, administration of program for OT weekends 60520 PART-TIME EMPLOYEES 0 2,500 Part-time office support if needed for management of program, additional weekend coverage 60530 SEASONAL EMPLOYEES 0 18,720 Parking Ambassadors - 144 hours * $25/hr * four employees plus shift supervisors at $30/hr for 144 hours. Pay rates are estimates for budgeting and will be determined once jobs are scored in our pay system 64011 PERA CONTRIBUTIONS 0 600 64012 FICA CONTRIBUTIONS 0 800 64031 HOSPITALIZATION 0 150 64032 DENTAL 0 25 64033 LONG-TERM DISABILITY 0 15 64034 LIFE INSURANCE 0 15 TOTAL COMPENSATION 0 31,325 MATERIALS & SUPPLIES 70100 SUPPLIES 0 10,000 2,000 hang tags at $5 per 70300 AMBASSADOR SUPPLIES 0 10,000 6 tablets for enforcement, vests/uniforms, hotspots, misc supplies 70440 PRINT & PUBLISHING & ADVERTISING 0 2,000 Postage 73000 ADDITIONAL PARKMOBILE SIGNAGE 0 0 This is an asterisk, I'm getting exact number of signs shortly but there is potential we have to purchase more signs than PM provides TOTAL MATERIALS & SUPPLIES 0 22,000 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES 80310 AUDIT 0 850 PARKING MANAGEMENT (211) DRAFT 86010 MILEAGE / VEHICLE USE 0 1,500 86100 SALES TAX 0 0 Parking Meters are exempt from sales tax, but gathering ruling from MNDOR on if we qualify under definitions. If not, 8.375% of gross 87500 PARKMOBILE FEES 0 47,000 Gross revenue * 15% plus $0.20 per transaction, plus 3% merchant of record fee 89000 MISCELLANEOUS 0 0 TOTAL OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES 0 49,350 -201 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 0 102,675 FUND BALANCE - JANUARY 1 0 0 CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE 0 147,325 FUND BALANCE - DECEMBER 31 0 147,325 DRAFT Parking Policy Adopted February 19, 1991 Last Modified March 13, 2024 I. PARKING POLICIES A. GENERAL The city's parking philosophy is to provide a safe, orderly, and, when possible, convenient parking environment for residents, trade and visitors within the city, while keeping the streets primarily for safe and efficient traffic flow. B. SPECIFIC 1. Maintain the streets primarily for safe and efficient traffic flow. 2. Maintain the residential character of the city's neighborhoods and the 'smallscale' or 'village character of the overall city by attempting to alleviate parking conflicts between residential neighborhoods and non-residential uses when they appear; and by utilizing complementary new parking facilities when they are necessary. 3. Encourage property owners to accommodate parking demands generated by the property particularly redevelopment and new development, by enforcing the parking requirements in the zoning code and working with property owners, residents and/or proprietors when parking problems develop. 4. Cover the cost of parking administration and enforcement by charging fees to the individuals for these services, whenever possible. 5. Adopt temporary parking restrictions when necessary to accommodate the Minnesota State Fair and other special circumstances. 6. Consider a variety of on-street and off-street parking solutions to parking problems including posting restrictions, permit parking, shared parking, parking lots, parking ramps, and re-routing traffic. The simplest solution shall be selected. 7. Select the most efficient and least disruptive solution to a parking problem. II. PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING PARKING PROBLEMS A. ORIGINATION Parking problems arise when parking demands conflict with fixed amounts of available on and off street parking to produce an unsafe and/or inconvenient parking situation. B. IDENTIFICATION Parking problems come to the attention of the city when: 1. A city official reports a safety problem and/or inconvenience problem. 2. A resident(s), proprietor(s) and/or a property owner(s) reports a safety and/or an inconvenience problem. C. EVALUATION 1. Problem: A possible immediate threat to public safety: a. The appropriate city staff shall immediately research the reported parking situation. The city staff must visit the site and assess the parking conditions at various times of the day as well as collect other useful information including state and county rules governing the street(s) in question. The city planner shall prepare a written report on the nature and severity of the reported parking problem and alternative solutions for the city administrator as soon as possible but no more than five working days after the reported problem. b. If the parking situation is determined to be a threat to public safety, the city administrator must take the necessary action to alleviate the dangerous situation. A report of the steps taken shall be made to the planning commission and the city council at their earliest meeting dates. Any revisions in the action taken may be made at this time. 2. Problem: A possible, but not immediate, threat to public safety and/or inconvenience to residents, businesses, and/or institutions: a. If notice of the parking problem arose from a city official, city staff shall research the reported parking problem. Staff shall visit the site, assess the parking conditions at various times of the day and collect other useful information including state and county rules governing the streets in question. The staff shall also determine whether the problem area is limited to the area specified in the complaint or broader in scope. b. If notice of the parking problem arose from a resident(s), proprietor(s) and/or property owner(s) complaint, the city staff shall request a formal written request be submitted to the city defining the nature of the problem, the affected area and, whenever possible, the names of other affected property owners in agreement with the problem. The city staff shall research the reported parking problem. Staff shall visit the site, assess the parking conditions at various times of the day and collect other useful information including state and county rules governing the streets in question. If appropriate, residents and/or property owners in the affected area shall be contacted for their opinion about the existence and/or extent of the parking problem. The staff shall also determine whether the problem area is limited to the area specified in the complaint or is broader in scope. c. If staff research suggests that the city needs to take action to alleviate the parking situation, the city planner shall make a report with the proposed alternatives to the planning commission for its review and recommendation. The planning commission recommendation and staff report will go to the city council for final action. d. If staff research suggests that the city does not need to take action to alleviate the parking situation, the city planner shall report the state of the request at the next planning commission and city council meetings. The initiator of the parking request will be notified of the report. III. PARKING RESTRICTIONS A. POSTED PARKING RESTRICTIONS 1. Posting parking restrictions on streets may be used to control on-street parking problems in specific areas for various lengths of time. When such a solution is proposed, the affect on nearby streets must be taken into account. 2. Restrictions shall contain as few conditions as possible so they are easily understood and enforced. 3. Restrictions adopted to alleviate a specific parking problem shall be as consistent as possible in a neighborhood and throughout the city. For example, "two hour parking 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday" should be used throughout the city rather than "one hour parking 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday". 4. On-street posted signs shall include: a) "No Parking Anytime" "No Parking Anytime" is to be used when parking at anytime of day or night is a safety threat to the public or a chronic inconvenience to residents and/or property owners. b) Parking for a specified period of time Signs restricting parking for a specified period of time shall be used to control traffic turnover for commercial areas and prevent the inconvenience to residents of long-term parking in residential neighborhoods near businesses and institutions. These shall include "15 Minute Parking", "Two Hour Parking from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday", and “Two Hour Parking from 10:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M”. c) "No Parking" for a specified distance Signs restricting parking for a specified distance are useful to eliminate safety hazards near alleys, driveways and stop signs. Examples include: "No parking between signs", "No parking here to corner". B. RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMITS 1. Purpose/Policy a. Residential permit parking shall be pursued as a solution to a parking problem only when all other solutions have been determined inadequate. b. Residential districts congested because of heavy residential and nonresidential traffic and parking are eligible to request residential permit parking. It is the purpose of this policy to reduce the flow of commuter traffic from year-round non-residential traffic from parking in an adjoining residential neighborhood; to reduce air pollution and other environmental effects of automobile commuting; to enhance the quality of life in the residential areas by reducing noise, traffic hazards and litter; to protect the residents from unreasonable burdens in gaining access to their residences; to preserve the character of the residential district; to promote efficiency in maintaining the streets in a clean and safe condition; to preserve the safety of children and other pedestrians; and to promote traffic safety; and to promote the peace, good order, comfort, convenience and welfare of the inhabitants of the city. c. No residential parking permits shall guarantee any permit holder of a designated parking space, but shall provide general parking subject to availability in designated areas during the posted, specified times. 2. Procedures for Designating Residential Permit Parking Areas a. Submitting a request 1) Petition The designation of a residential permit parking area shall be initiated by a petition filed with the city staff stating that residents of a particular residential area are encountering serious problems because of excessive parking by persons who are associated with nearby nonresidential uses. A filing fee shall accompany every petition. The fee is identified in the fee schedule portion of the city code. 2) Signatures The petition must be signed by 75% of the owners of all residential structures in the area. One resident per structure may sign. No signature shall be valid where multiple residents in a household express disagreement on whether the area should have residential permit parking. Any signer may withdraw his/her name by filing a written request. If for any reason the number of signers falls below 75% prior to the public hearing, the petition shall be deemed defective and shall not be considered. The person and/or group responsible for submitting the petition will be notified of this finding prior to the public hearing. 3) Minimum Size The request for residential permit parking must be a minimum of 600 linear feet or one block front. b. Request Review Process 1) Staff Review After receiving the petition, the city staff shall assess the nature of the problems, if any, caused by nonresidential parking in a residential area. The city planner shall submit a report to the Planning Commission. The report must include the following information: a. The need assessment for residential permit parking b. The specific area petitioned for residential permit parking c. The guidelines for who and how one may obtain a residential parking permit d. The potential implications of such a parking arrangement in the area e. If the permit parking area is recommended, the report must also include: (1) A recommended review period to evaluate the residential permit parking district (2) The specific area recommended for residential permit parking 3. Policy Review The city planner shall submit the report with its recommendation to the planning commission. A public hearing shall be held on the request. The planning commission shall submit a recommendation to the city council. The city council shall make the final decision. If the city council designates a residential permit parking district, the resolution shall state the need for the district, the location, hours (if applicable), streets to be posted permit parking and the procedure for issuing permits to eligible residents. 4. Permit Eligibility and Fees a. Resident Permits Residents living on streets designated in the residential permit parking district may apply for a non-transferable residential parking permit for each car owned or leased, currently licensed and in operating condition at the address. A non-refundable annual residential permit fee will be charged. The fee shall be identified in the fee schedule section of the city code. A false application shall be grounds for denial of the residential permit. b. Lost Permits A duplicate permit may be obtained for a fee, if the application submits a notarized, written statement to the city that the original permit was lost. The fee shall be identified in the fee schedule section of the city code. c. Placement of Permit Annual residential parking permit stickers shall be permanently affixed to the inside of the vehicle in the lower rear corner of the left side window closest to the rear of the vehicle. 5. Review of an established district. If antecedent conditions change and there is a lack of permit demand, the district may be reviewed and repealed. C. EXCEPTIONS 1. Emergency Vehicles Emergency vehicles are exempt from posted parking restrictions when responding to an emergency. 2. Snow Emergencies After a two inch snowfall, no on street parking is allowed until the street is plowed to its full width. 3. State Fair Parking a. Temporary "No Parking" signs shall be posted on streets so designated by the city council during the Minnesota State Fair. b. Temporary parking permits shall be issued to residents and/or property owners of designated apartment buildings along streets designated "No Parking" by the city council during the Minnesota State Fair. 4. Temporary Parking Permits a. Temporary permits shall be issued for the following reasons: (1) For construction and service vehicles necessary for performing work on a property (2) For special event parking or visitor parking in a restricted parking district (3) For visitor parking in a residential permit parking district b. A temporary parking permit(s) shall be issued for a minimum of one day and a maximum of two weeks. The applicant shall identify the purpose for the permit(s) and the length of time required for the temporary parking permit(s). c. A temporary parking permit shall be placed in the left lower rear corner of the left side window closest to the rear of the vehicle or in some other conspicuous spot inside the left rear of the vehicle where it is visible to law enforcement personnel. d. A temporary parking arrangement using a bag over a sign to cover up the parking restrictions shall be issued for one to three days. The applicant shall identify the purpose for the bag(s) and the length of time required for this temporary parking arrangement. The bag(s) shall be returned by the person using it. D. FEES Parking permit fees are as established in the fee schedule section of the city code. E. ENFORCEMENT Violation of the city's parking restrictions are deemed a misdemeanor. E. GUIDELINES DURING THE MINNESOTA STATE FAIR 1. Purpose. To provide guidelines to explain in a practical, understandable way how the city codes and parking procedures are handled during the Minnesota State Fair. The guidelines are intended to simply re-state some sections of the city code that frequently come up during the State Fair. The guidelines are not intended to cover all codes and policies as they apply during the State Fair. 2. Applicability of codes. All city codes and ordinances are applicable during the Minnesota State Fair (attachment 1 identifies applicable codes). 3. Residential districts. No commercial activity is permitted in residential districts other than that permitted in the zoning code. Residential districts include both single family and multi-family dwellings. To clarify this, this includes: a. No parking on front lawns. b. No identifiable sales of parking or of State Fair parking permits. (License plates in driveways will not be checked for a local registration. However, the advertising of parking spaces for sale will be prohibited.) c. No outside sales except garage sales as permitted in the zoning code and kids' "kool-aid" stands. 4. Commercial districts. a. Businesses are permitted to sell parking spaces during the State Fair on paved surfaces designed for off-street parking. There shall be no parking on boulevards or rights of way. b. Advertising for parking sales must be on ground signs or hand-held signs. It cannot be posted on trees, poles nor in residential neighborhoods. c. No outside sales of merchandise that is not part of the adjacent business. d. No inflated balloons that are mounted above the ground or go above the roof of a structure or are located in the right-of-way. 5. State Fair posted "no parking" and "permit parking only" areas: a. The city shall post streets that may be heavily impacted from State Fair parking with no parking or permit parking only signs to eliminate hazards to public safety by protecting access by public safety vehicles. These streets and postings are included in attachment 2. b. The State Fair parking postings are enforced from the first day of the State Fair, not from the first day that they are posted. 6. Parking permits and parking bags. a. Residents of multi-family dwellings along the street sections posted for State Fair permit parking are eligible for State Fair residential permit parking during the State Fair. b. State Fair parking permits will be issued to residents in these multi-family dwellings upon request at city hall by the resident and registration of their vehicle's license number at city hall. The vehicle's license number will be posted on the State Fair parking permit. (If necessary, staff will arrange for evening or Saturday hours for residents' registration for State Fair parking permits to make it as easy as possible.) c. Regular temporary parking permits will be available for residents upon a special request for unique occasions such as family reunions, weddings, or pre-scheduled events. Temporary parking permits will not be available for residents who wish to park on the street for a non-unique occasion or who wish to have friends or family park on the street for a non-unique event. Emergency situations shall be accommodated. d. "Parking bags" will not be available for covering parking signs during the State Fair. Blocking of streets. The city will not issue wooden barricades to block streets for block parties or other events during the State Fair. Attachment 1 CITY CODES AND POLICIES RELATED TO THE GUIDELINES FOR THE STATE FAIR 1. Residential Single and multi-family: Chapter 9, Section 4.01 through 8.01 Home occupations: Chapter 9, Section 14.01, Subd. 24 2. Commercial All districts: Chapter 9, Section 9.01 through 11.01 3. Signs All districts: Chapter 9, Section 13.01 4. Parking City parking policy III.D: Administrative Manual Attachment 2 "No Parking" 1) All of Northome, water side of street 2) All of Hollywood Court, water and alley 3) St. Mary's Street, Fry Street, Maple Knoll Drive, and Garden Avenue west of Snelling on both sides 4) Water side of all streets north of Larpenteur, between Snelling and Hamline running to Roselawn 5) Snelling Drive north and southbound both sides of Snelling Avenue 6) Tatum Street, water side 7) Lindig Street on water side, including cul-de-sac 8) Larpenteur Avenue from Snelling to Cleveland, both sides 9) Fairview Avenue 1,300 feet north of Larpenteur on both sides. "Permit Parking Only" 1) East side of Arona from California to Crawford, except where presently posted "No Parking" 2) East Snelling drive from Idaho to alley between 1642 Snelling Drive and Pizza Hut 3) West side of Fry Street in front of the Fry apartments 4) Approximately two car lengths in front of the group home at 1746 Snelling Avenue REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Legislative Update Description An update will be provided on the status of various bills and other legislative efforts. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date April 16, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Vacancy Update Description State Fair Task Force Member Alice Hausman has unfortunately resigned, citing health and time commitment concerns. We are grateful Alice was able to participate with us and for her contributions. This leaves a vacancy, which the City is posting for. We will update the recruitment process and next steps in filling this vacancy. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the vacancy. Meeting Date April 16, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Future Agenda Items Description Chair McGarthwaite has requested that we extend invites for future meetings to leadership at the St. Anthony Police Department to discuss staffing and enforcement around the Fair, as well as our meeting with leadership from the Minnesota State Fair to gather updates on the 2025 Fair and collaborate. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss and provide additional recommendations for future guests. Meeting Date April 16, 2025 Agenda Item E4 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date April 16, 2025 Agenda Item E5 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250411160053,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,FH Mail mail@falconheights.org_264.eml Hello, Attached is the agenda packet for our meeting next Wednesday, April 16th. Lots to discuss and hope to see you there. Let me know if you cannot attend, if you have not already. As a note, I'll be flying out to Texas for a funeral early next week but flying back early Wednesday. If my flight gets delayed for some reason, I'll work with staff to make sure doors are open and the group has a chance to still meet without me. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. City of Falcon Heights State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West AGENDA Wednesday, April 16, 2025 6:30 p.m. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m. B. ROLL CALL: Chairperson Mona McGarthwaite____ Vice Chairperson Nicole Porter ____ Secretary Jennifer Johnson__ Ross Allard ____ Georgiana May____ VACANT___ Tom Brace ____ Rice’ Davis ____ Jennifer Paulus ____ Tom Prather ____ Staff Liaison Jack Linehan ____ Council Liaison Paula Mielke ____ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES E. NEW BUSINESS 1. ParkMobile Parking Program i. Update from Work Group on Models / Budget Estimates ii. Direction from City Council: 1. Explore recommendations for increasing the number of passes to be provided to residents 2. Determine Format for Passes (Digital, Hangtag, etc.) 3. Revisit Pricing Discussion – Fixed Rate Citywide or Zone-by-Zone Rate iii. Request for Consideration – No Parking on North/South Streets in Northome for Alleyway Access iv. City of Roseville Discussion on E-Meters 2. Update on Legislative Activity 3. Member Vacancy Update & Process 4. Future Agenda Items: i. Invitation to St. Anthony Village Police / Minnesota State Fair Leadership 5. Member Topics / Open Discussion F. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. City Council Liaison Update 2. Staff Liaison Update G. ADJOURN Next regular meeting date: May 14, 2025 at 6:30PM REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item ParkMobile Parking Program Updates Description The City Council met on Wednesday, April 2nd to review the feedback from the public hearing. Task Force Chair McGarthwaite and Members May, Davis and Prather were in attendance. At the meeting, it was directed that a subgroup of the task force work with council members Meyer and Wassenberg on developing models to refine the budget to help guide decision making around passes, costs and more. The subgroup met on April 7th and will present some of their research to date and questions to pose to the group. Following this, the Task Force is requested to weigh in on: • Number of passes that would be provided to each household under a program. • How to provide these passes (by mail or in-person), and whether they would be physical or digital passes. • How to handle one-off circumstances. • Other considerations such as pricing different regions differently, adding or considering not allowing parking on streets abutting an alleyway. Staff has included a draft budget to highlight the working determinations of the programs costs and potential revenues. The gross program revenues listed at $250,000 may move up or down depending on modeling used and passes provided, and costs may also shift depending on program scope and future determinations. After the State Fair Task Force weighs in, the next step will be to provide a recommendation back to the City Council for their review at the May workshop. Additionally, cities and neighborhood councils surrounding Falcon Heights have began having discussion on the proposal and either A) how it may impact parking in their jurisdiction or B) how they may also consider Meeting Date April 16 2025 Agenda Item E1 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator leveraging paid-on-street parking. The City of Roseville had a discussion on April 7th on the topic. Video here (starts at about 3:45 mark): https://webstreaming. ctv15.org/viewer.php?streamid=7714 Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Draft Budget • Administrative Manual Sections: Parking and MN State Fair Guidelines Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the latest considerations around the ParkMobile program and determine next steps. ACCOUNT ESTIMATEDBUDGET NUMBER ACCOUNT TITLE 2024 2025 REVENUES: INTERGOVERNMENTAL 33610 GRANTS 0 0 TOTAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL 0 0 CHARGES FOR SERVICES 34310 PARKING METER FEES - GROSS 0 250,000 TOTAL CHARGES FOR SERVICES 0 250,000 MISCELLANEOUS 36211 INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS 0 0 36400 MISCELLANEOUS 0 0 TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS 0 0 201 TOTAL REVENUES 0 250,000 OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 39200 TRANSFERS 0 0 TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 0 0 TOTAL REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES 0 250,000 EXPENDITURES: COMPENSATION 60100 REGULAR SALARIES 0 8,500 Allocation of staff salary for installation of signs, administration of program for OT weekends 60520 PART-TIME EMPLOYEES 0 2,500 Part-time office support if needed for management of program, additional weekend coverage 60530 SEASONAL EMPLOYEES 0 18,720 Parking Ambassadors - 144 hours * $25/hr * four employees plus shift supervisors at $30/hr for 144 hours. Pay rates are estimates for budgeting and will be determined once jobs are scored in our pay system 64011 PERA CONTRIBUTIONS 0 600 64012 FICA CONTRIBUTIONS 0 800 64031 HOSPITALIZATION 0 150 64032 DENTAL 0 25 64033 LONG-TERM DISABILITY 0 15 64034 LIFE INSURANCE 0 15 TOTAL COMPENSATION 0 31,325 MATERIALS & SUPPLIES 70100 SUPPLIES 0 10,000 2,000 hang tags at $5 per 70300 AMBASSADOR SUPPLIES 0 10,000 6 tablets for enforcement, vests/uniforms, hotspots, misc supplies 70440 PRINT & PUBLISHING & ADVERTISING 0 2,000 Postage 73000 ADDITIONAL PARKMOBILE SIGNAGE 0 0 This is an asterisk, I'm getting exact number of signs shortly but there is potential we have to purchase more signs than PM provides TOTAL MATERIALS & SUPPLIES 0 22,000 OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES 80310 AUDIT 0 850 PARKING MANAGEMENT (211) DRAFT 86010 MILEAGE / VEHICLE USE 0 1,500 86100 SALES TAX 0 0 Parking Meters are exempt from sales tax, but gathering ruling from MNDOR on if we qualify under definitions. If not, 8.375% of gross 87500 PARKMOBILE FEES 0 47,000 Gross revenue * 15% plus $0.20 per transaction, plus 3% merchant of record fee 89000 MISCELLANEOUS 0 0 TOTAL OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES 0 49,350 -201 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 0 102,675 FUND BALANCE - JANUARY 1 0 0 CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE 0 147,325 FUND BALANCE - DECEMBER 31 0 147,325 DRAFT Parking Policy Adopted February 19, 1991 Last Modified March 13, 2024 I. PARKING POLICIES A. GENERAL The city's parking philosophy is to provide a safe, orderly, and, when possible, convenient parking environment for residents, trade and visitors within the city, while keeping the streets primarily for safe and efficient traffic flow. B. SPECIFIC 1. Maintain the streets primarily for safe and efficient traffic flow. 2. Maintain the residential character of the city's neighborhoods and the 'smallscale' or 'village character of the overall city by attempting to alleviate parking conflicts between residential neighborhoods and non-residential uses when they appear; and by utilizing complementary new parking facilities when they are necessary. 3. Encourage property owners to accommodate parking demands generated by the property particularly redevelopment and new development, by enforcing the parking requirements in the zoning code and working with property owners, residents and/or proprietors when parking problems develop. 4. Cover the cost of parking administration and enforcement by charging fees to the individuals for these services, whenever possible. 5. Adopt temporary parking restrictions when necessary to accommodate the Minnesota State Fair and other special circumstances. 6. Consider a variety of on-street and off-street parking solutions to parking problems including posting restrictions, permit parking, shared parking, parking lots, parking ramps, and re-routing traffic. The simplest solution shall be selected. 7. Select the most efficient and least disruptive solution to a parking problem. II. PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING PARKING PROBLEMS A. ORIGINATION Parking problems arise when parking demands conflict with fixed amounts of available on and off street parking to produce an unsafe and/or inconvenient parking situation. B. IDENTIFICATION Parking problems come to the attention of the city when: 1. A city official reports a safety problem and/or inconvenience problem. 2. A resident(s), proprietor(s) and/or a property owner(s) reports a safety and/or an inconvenience problem. C. EVALUATION 1. Problem: A possible immediate threat to public safety: a. The appropriate city staff shall immediately research the reported parking situation. The city staff must visit the site and assess the parking conditions at various times of the day as well as collect other useful information including state and county rules governing the street(s) in question. The city planner shall prepare a written report on the nature and severity of the reported parking problem and alternative solutions for the city administrator as soon as possible but no more than five working days after the reported problem. b. If the parking situation is determined to be a threat to public safety, the city administrator must take the necessary action to alleviate the dangerous situation. A report of the steps taken shall be made to the planning commission and the city council at their earliest meeting dates. Any revisions in the action taken may be made at this time. 2. Problem: A possible, but not immediate, threat to public safety and/or inconvenience to residents, businesses, and/or institutions: a. If notice of the parking problem arose from a city official, city staff shall research the reported parking problem. Staff shall visit the site, assess the parking conditions at various times of the day and collect other useful information including state and county rules governing the streets in question. The staff shall also determine whether the problem area is limited to the area specified in the complaint or broader in scope. b. If notice of the parking problem arose from a resident(s), proprietor(s) and/or property owner(s) complaint, the city staff shall request a formal written request be submitted to the city defining the nature of the problem, the affected area and, whenever possible, the names of other affected property owners in agreement with the problem. The city staff shall research the reported parking problem. Staff shall visit the site, assess the parking conditions at various times of the day and collect other useful information including state and county rules governing the streets in question. If appropriate, residents and/or property owners in the affected area shall be contacted for their opinion about the existence and/or extent of the parking problem. The staff shall also determine whether the problem area is limited to the area specified in the complaint or is broader in scope. c. If staff research suggests that the city needs to take action to alleviate the parking situation, the city planner shall make a report with the proposed alternatives to the planning commission for its review and recommendation. The planning commission recommendation and staff report will go to the city council for final action. d. If staff research suggests that the city does not need to take action to alleviate the parking situation, the city planner shall report the state of the request at the next planning commission and city council meetings. The initiator of the parking request will be notified of the report. III. PARKING RESTRICTIONS A. POSTED PARKING RESTRICTIONS 1. Posting parking restrictions on streets may be used to control on-street parking problems in specific areas for various lengths of time. When such a solution is proposed, the affect on nearby streets must be taken into account. 2. Restrictions shall contain as few conditions as possible so they are easily understood and enforced. 3. Restrictions adopted to alleviate a specific parking problem shall be as consistent as possible in a neighborhood and throughout the city. For example, "two hour parking 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday" should be used throughout the city rather than "one hour parking 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday". 4. On-street posted signs shall include: a) "No Parking Anytime" "No Parking Anytime" is to be used when parking at anytime of day or night is a safety threat to the public or a chronic inconvenience to residents and/or property owners. b) Parking for a specified period of time Signs restricting parking for a specified period of time shall be used to control traffic turnover for commercial areas and prevent the inconvenience to residents of long-term parking in residential neighborhoods near businesses and institutions. These shall include "15 Minute Parking", "Two Hour Parking from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday", and “Two Hour Parking from 10:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M”. c) "No Parking" for a specified distance Signs restricting parking for a specified distance are useful to eliminate safety hazards near alleys, driveways and stop signs. Examples include: "No parking between signs", "No parking here to corner". B. RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMITS 1. Purpose/Policy a. Residential permit parking shall be pursued as a solution to a parking problem only when all other solutions have been determined inadequate. b. Residential districts congested because of heavy residential and nonresidential traffic and parking are eligible to request residential permit parking. It is the purpose of this policy to reduce the flow of commuter traffic from year-round non-residential traffic from parking in an adjoining residential neighborhood; to reduce air pollution and other environmental effects of automobile commuting; to enhance the quality of life in the residential areas by reducing noise, traffic hazards and litter; to protect the residents from unreasonable burdens in gaining access to their residences; to preserve the character of the residential district; to promote efficiency in maintaining the streets in a clean and safe condition; to preserve the safety of children and other pedestrians; and to promote traffic safety; and to promote the peace, good order, comfort, convenience and welfare of the inhabitants of the city. c. No residential parking permits shall guarantee any permit holder of a designated parking space, but shall provide general parking subject to availability in designated areas during the posted, specified times. 2. Procedures for Designating Residential Permit Parking Areas a. Submitting a request 1) Petition The designation of a residential permit parking area shall be initiated by a petition filed with the city staff stating that residents of a particular residential area are encountering serious problems because of excessive parking by persons who are associated with nearby nonresidential uses. A filing fee shall accompany every petition. The fee is identified in the fee schedule portion of the city code. 2) Signatures The petition must be signed by 75% of the owners of all residential structures in the area. One resident per structure may sign. No signature shall be valid where multiple residents in a household express disagreement on whether the area should have residential permit parking. Any signer may withdraw his/her name by filing a written request. If for any reason the number of signers falls below 75% prior to the public hearing, the petition shall be deemed defective and shall not be considered. The person and/or group responsible for submitting the petition will be notified of this finding prior to the public hearing. 3) Minimum Size The request for residential permit parking must be a minimum of 600 linear feet or one block front. b. Request Review Process 1) Staff Review After receiving the petition, the city staff shall assess the nature of the problems, if any, caused by nonresidential parking in a residential area. The city planner shall submit a report to the Planning Commission. The report must include the following information: a. The need assessment for residential permit parking b. The specific area petitioned for residential permit parking c. The guidelines for who and how one may obtain a residential parking permit d. The potential implications of such a parking arrangement in the area e. If the permit parking area is recommended, the report must also include: (1) A recommended review period to evaluate the residential permit parking district (2) The specific area recommended for residential permit parking 3. Policy Review The city planner shall submit the report with its recommendation to the planning commission. A public hearing shall be held on the request. The planning commission shall submit a recommendation to the city council. The city council shall make the final decision. If the city council designates a residential permit parking district, the resolution shall state the need for the district, the location, hours (if applicable), streets to be posted permit parking and the procedure for issuing permits to eligible residents. 4. Permit Eligibility and Fees a. Resident Permits Residents living on streets designated in the residential permit parking district may apply for a non-transferable residential parking permit for each car owned or leased, currently licensed and in operating condition at the address. A non-refundable annual residential permit fee will be charged. The fee shall be identified in the fee schedule section of the city code. A false application shall be grounds for denial of the residential permit. b. Lost Permits A duplicate permit may be obtained for a fee, if the application submits a notarized, written statement to the city that the original permit was lost. The fee shall be identified in the fee schedule section of the city code. c. Placement of Permit Annual residential parking permit stickers shall be permanently affixed to the inside of the vehicle in the lower rear corner of the left side window closest to the rear of the vehicle. 5. Review of an established district. If antecedent conditions change and there is a lack of permit demand, the district may be reviewed and repealed. C. EXCEPTIONS 1. Emergency Vehicles Emergency vehicles are exempt from posted parking restrictions when responding to an emergency. 2. Snow Emergencies After a two inch snowfall, no on street parking is allowed until the street is plowed to its full width. 3. State Fair Parking a. Temporary "No Parking" signs shall be posted on streets so designated by the city council during the Minnesota State Fair. b. Temporary parking permits shall be issued to residents and/or property owners of designated apartment buildings along streets designated "No Parking" by the city council during the Minnesota State Fair. 4. Temporary Parking Permits a. Temporary permits shall be issued for the following reasons: (1) For construction and service vehicles necessary for performing work on a property (2) For special event parking or visitor parking in a restricted parking district (3) For visitor parking in a residential permit parking district b. A temporary parking permit(s) shall be issued for a minimum of one day and a maximum of two weeks. The applicant shall identify the purpose for the permit(s) and the length of time required for the temporary parking permit(s). c. A temporary parking permit shall be placed in the left lower rear corner of the left side window closest to the rear of the vehicle or in some other conspicuous spot inside the left rear of the vehicle where it is visible to law enforcement personnel. d. A temporary parking arrangement using a bag over a sign to cover up the parking restrictions shall be issued for one to three days. The applicant shall identify the purpose for the bag(s) and the length of time required for this temporary parking arrangement. The bag(s) shall be returned by the person using it. D. FEES Parking permit fees are as established in the fee schedule section of the city code. E. ENFORCEMENT Violation of the city's parking restrictions are deemed a misdemeanor. E. GUIDELINES DURING THE MINNESOTA STATE FAIR 1. Purpose. To provide guidelines to explain in a practical, understandable way how the city codes and parking procedures are handled during the Minnesota State Fair. The guidelines are intended to simply re-state some sections of the city code that frequently come up during the State Fair. The guidelines are not intended to cover all codes and policies as they apply during the State Fair. 2. Applicability of codes. All city codes and ordinances are applicable during the Minnesota State Fair (attachment 1 identifies applicable codes). 3. Residential districts. No commercial activity is permitted in residential districts other than that permitted in the zoning code. Residential districts include both single family and multi-family dwellings. To clarify this, this includes: a. No parking on front lawns. b. No identifiable sales of parking or of State Fair parking permits. (License plates in driveways will not be checked for a local registration. However, the advertising of parking spaces for sale will be prohibited.) c. No outside sales except garage sales as permitted in the zoning code and kids' "kool-aid" stands. 4. Commercial districts. a. Businesses are permitted to sell parking spaces during the State Fair on paved surfaces designed for off-street parking. There shall be no parking on boulevards or rights of way. b. Advertising for parking sales must be on ground signs or hand-held signs. It cannot be posted on trees, poles nor in residential neighborhoods. c. No outside sales of merchandise that is not part of the adjacent business. d. No inflated balloons that are mounted above the ground or go above the roof of a structure or are located in the right-of-way. 5. State Fair posted "no parking" and "permit parking only" areas: a. The city shall post streets that may be heavily impacted from State Fair parking with no parking or permit parking only signs to eliminate hazards to public safety by protecting access by public safety vehicles. These streets and postings are included in attachment 2. b. The State Fair parking postings are enforced from the first day of the State Fair, not from the first day that they are posted. 6. Parking permits and parking bags. a. Residents of multi-family dwellings along the street sections posted for State Fair permit parking are eligible for State Fair residential permit parking during the State Fair. b. State Fair parking permits will be issued to residents in these multi-family dwellings upon request at city hall by the resident and registration of their vehicle's license number at city hall. The vehicle's license number will be posted on the State Fair parking permit. (If necessary, staff will arrange for evening or Saturday hours for residents' registration for State Fair parking permits to make it as easy as possible.) c. Regular temporary parking permits will be available for residents upon a special request for unique occasions such as family reunions, weddings, or pre-scheduled events. Temporary parking permits will not be available for residents who wish to park on the street for a non-unique occasion or who wish to have friends or family park on the street for a non-unique event. Emergency situations shall be accommodated. d. "Parking bags" will not be available for covering parking signs during the State Fair. Blocking of streets. The city will not issue wooden barricades to block streets for block parties or other events during the State Fair. Attachment 1 CITY CODES AND POLICIES RELATED TO THE GUIDELINES FOR THE STATE FAIR 1. Residential Single and multi-family: Chapter 9, Section 4.01 through 8.01 Home occupations: Chapter 9, Section 14.01, Subd. 24 2. Commercial All districts: Chapter 9, Section 9.01 through 11.01 3. Signs All districts: Chapter 9, Section 13.01 4. Parking City parking policy III.D: Administrative Manual Attachment 2 "No Parking" 1) All of Northome, water side of street 2) All of Hollywood Court, water and alley 3) St. Mary's Street, Fry Street, Maple Knoll Drive, and Garden Avenue west of Snelling on both sides 4) Water side of all streets north of Larpenteur, between Snelling and Hamline running to Roselawn 5) Snelling Drive north and southbound both sides of Snelling Avenue 6) Tatum Street, water side 7) Lindig Street on water side, including cul-de-sac 8) Larpenteur Avenue from Snelling to Cleveland, both sides 9) Fairview Avenue 1,300 feet north of Larpenteur on both sides. "Permit Parking Only" 1) East side of Arona from California to Crawford, except where presently posted "No Parking" 2) East Snelling drive from Idaho to alley between 1642 Snelling Drive and Pizza Hut 3) West side of Fry Street in front of the Fry apartments 4) Approximately two car lengths in front of the group home at 1746 Snelling Avenue REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Legislative Update Description An update will be provided on the status of various bills and other legislative efforts. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force hear the request update and provide feedback. Meeting Date April 16, 2025 Agenda Item E2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Vacancy Update Description State Fair Task Force Member Alice Hausman has unfortunately resigned, citing health and time commitment concerns. We are grateful Alice was able to participate with us and for her contributions. This leaves a vacancy, which the City is posting for. We will update the recruitment process and next steps in filling this vacancy. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss the vacancy. Meeting Date April 16, 2025 Agenda Item E3 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Future Agenda Items Description Chair McGarthwaite has requested that we extend invites for future meetings to leadership at the St. Anthony Police Department to discuss staffing and enforcement around the Fair, as well as our meeting with leadership from the Minnesota State Fair to gather updates on the 2025 Fair and collaborate. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss and provide additional recommendations for future guests. Meeting Date April 16, 2025 Agenda Item E4 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator REQUEST FOR ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Member Topics Description This is an opportunity for Task Force members to discuss other topics that may not have been covered on the agenda. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the task force discuss additional topics. Meeting Date April 16, 2025 Agenda Item E5 Attachment N/A Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 20250411161803,_Hugo Bruggeman_ h.bruggeman@fastmail.com,_Jack Linehan_ jack.linehan@falconheights.org_265.eml You don't often get email from h.bruggeman@fastmail.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Thank you for your reply and for providing an estimate of the timeline. Which of these meetings are open to the public? I would like to attend and learn from the discussions among your residents. If not, I plan to view the recordings. I enjoyed watching the late March meeting; the feedback from local residents was very constructive and informative, and the responses from city council members were strong. Cheers, —Hugo ----- Original message ----- From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> To: Hugo Bruggeman <h.bruggeman@fastmail.com<mailto:h.bruggeman@fastmail.com>> Subject: Re: State Fair e-Parking Date: Friday, 11 April 2025 15:16 Hi Hugo, Thank you for reaching out. The City Council approved adoption of an ordinance that would allow for e-parking and meters to be added to City Code, as well as authorization to enter in to contract discussions with the identified vendor, ParkMobile. We have not yet approved the contract and there still are steps to be taken before the program is officially up and running. The next steps are more discussion at our Wednesday, April 16th State Fair Task Force (an appointed group of residents who recommend policies surrounding the fair) at 6:30PM to discuss program steps, and then the City Council intends to review at their Wednesday, May 7th workshop with the goal of finalizing recommendations shortly thereafter. Feel free to reach out if there are more questions along the way. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Hugo Bruggeman <h.bruggeman@fastmail.com> Sent: Friday, April 11, 2025 10:20 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: State Fair e-Parking You don't often get email from h.bruggeman@fastmail.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Dear Jack, I am a Ward 4 resident of St. Paul and am very interested in Falcon Heights' efforts to implement e-parking during the State Fair. Your city council has not yet approved the implementation of e-parking for the 2025 State Fair, correct? If so, when do they plan to convene on this topic? As a resident of St. Paul, I would like to learn from the work you are doing in Falcon Heights and explore how it might be leveraged in my own community. Best regards, —Hugo Hugo Bruggeman 612 203 0123 Ward 4 resident, Board member of MGCC, Chair of MGCCs transportation committee Note: This email is written on my personal behalf, not as a representative of MGCC. 20250417164238,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_266.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, When do you have time to review the liability cap term? I have an update. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250417193953,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_267.eml Hi Rob, I'm pretty free tomorrow after 11:30AM CST if that works. How's 1PM? Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2025 4:42:41 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, When do you have time to review the liability cap term? I have an update. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250418130438,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_268.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, I just gave you a call. Let me know when is a good time to chat. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Thu, Apr 17, 2025, 7:39 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I'm pretty free tomorrow after 11:30AM CST if that works. How's 1PM? Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2025 4:42:41 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, When do you have time to review the liability cap term? I have an update. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250418162717,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org, Elke Johnson elke.johnson@_269.eml Staff and Council, Attached is the bi-weekly internal memo. Have a great weekend! Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. Administrator’s Memorandum April 18, 2025 Submitted by: Jack Linehan, City Administrator Reminders/Notifications: • The City will host a Sustainability Fair on Saturday, April 26th from 11:00 to 2:00 at City Hall. • The City is partnering with Tree Trust to offer a tree sale for residents. 100 trees are available for purchase for $50, and once the City receives the trees, public works will deliver them to the property owners. These trees are for private property only and not boulevard plantings, which will be handled separately. It’s a great deal for homeowners, as most of these trees from Gertens or other nurseries are easily $150+. City Council: April 23rd City Council Meeting The Wednesday, April 23, 2025 City Council Agenda includes the following items (City Administrator’s Notes in italics): • Presentation o Presentation from Ramsey County Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey and County Manager Ling Becker ▪ Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey represents District 3 on the Ramsey County Board and would like to introduce himself and share updates with the Council. County Manager, Ling Becker, will also present an update on the county’s recent activity. • Minutes o March 5, 2025 City Council Workshop Minutes o March 12, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes o March 12, 2025 City Council Special Workshop Minutes ▪ The minutes have been reviewed and are ready for your approval. • Public Hearings • Consent Agenda: o General Disbursements through 4/17/25: $70,899.84 ▪ Payables of note include: • $15,000 to BerganKDV as interim billing payment for the 2024 audit • $13,953.10 for May health/dental insurance • $15,127.50 to Electro Watchman Inc. for a down payment on a keyless card entry system ▪ Payroll through 4/8/25: $25,095.98 ▪ Wire Payments through 4/8/25: $16,835.65 o Approval of City Licenses ▪ 2025 Massage Therapy License • Hong Xu Annis – Oriental Kung Fu Massage ▪ This licensed Municipal Business is adding a Massage Therapist. o Approval of Change Order with American Environmental and Budget Amendment for Sewer System Maintenance ▪ The City is on a rotating sewer cleaning schedule with American Environmental and this year meant a full cleaning was due. A significant amount of root intrusion and maintenance of the lift station at Larpenteur Avenue and Coffman Street added costs of $13,614.75 over the contracted and budgeted amount. Council is requested to approve additional funding. o Approval of Transfer of $100,000 from Fund 426 to Fund 313 ▪ Fund 426 appears to have a negative balance of approximately $73,000 due to timing issues of when debt levy and assessment payments are received. Fund 426 maintains a positive balance of over $236,000 due to street expenditures being less than estimated. A transfer of $100,000 between the funds is recommended before the City would go out for a bond review. o Approval to Award Contract to GoodPointe Technology for Pavement Condition Assessment ▪ The City has pavement condition assessments done every three years and one is due in 2025. The City has contracted with GoodPointe Technology in the past. • Policy Items: o Resolution 25- Approving the Final Site Plans and Authorizing Release of Bids for the Community Park Renovation Project ▪ Since Council’s approval of the 50% plan set at the February 12, 2025 City Council meeting, staff and WSB have been working to finalize plans to go out for bid. Final plans are now ready for the Council’s review, and authorization of bid release is requested. May 7, 2025 City Council Workshop Meeting The workshop for May 7, 2025, is proposed to include the following items. If you would like items added, please follow the steps as outlined per the Council Standing Rules guidelines. • State Fair Task Force Updated Recommendations on ParkMobile Program • Goal Setting Draft • City Hall Summer Hours Commission Updates: The following are updates on upcoming or recent commission topics: • Community Engagement Commission The Community Engagement Commission will meet on April 21 to continue their discussion around apartment outreach. One commissioner previously contacted all apartment managers of multifamily buildings. They will also continue discussing Spring Together and Juniper programming at City Hall. • Parks and Recreation Commission The Parks and Recreation Commission held a joint meeting with the Community Engagement Commission on April 7 to discuss 2025 city events. The Community Engagement Commission will coordinate the Spring Together event and the Parks Commission will coordinate Ice Cream Social and Fall Fest. • Environment Commission The Environment Commission met on April 14 and heard a presentation on the drafted Climate Action Plan, heard from University of Minnesota students on their redevelopment and resilience research centered around Falcon Heights, and discussed the Sustainability Fair on April 26. They also were given a tour of the dashboard and GIS maps GreenCorps Member Olivia Siebert created for mapping boulevard trees throughout the city. • Planning Commission The Planning Commission will meet on April 22 to continue the discussion around general updates and maintenance on City Code. • State Fair Task Force The State Fair Task Force met on April 16th to discuss the findings of the work group on modeling e-meters and take the City Council’s guidance to develop next steps. Three motions were made: 1. Recommendation to provide one (1) hang-tag pass to be mailed to all impacted residents, with information on how to obtain a second one through online form to be mailed. Residents can then request a 3rd and/or 4th pass by completing a hardship waiver form in-person at City Hall, reviewed by staff. Approved 9-0 2. Motion to make $25 the cost city-wide. Approved 9-0 3. Motion to make Albert, Pascal and parts of Arona in the Northome neighborhood State Fair Parking by Resident Permit Only (to address alleyway access concerns). Approved 9-0. ▪ Hang-tag permits would apply. Staff would still mark alleyways distances to avoid obstructions. Department Updates: The following are updates provided by the departments as it relates to current activities happening in the City. Administration Staff is finalizing details for the City’s Spring Together event, which will take place on Saturday, May 17th from 3:30 to 5:00 PM at Curtiss Field. They are also responding to inquiries from vendors in relation to the RFP issued for the City’s website redesign, and preparing letters to be mailed to residents who previously applied for parking permits to help remind them to renew. • Finance Finance continues to work on the ACFR (annual comprehensive financial report). Once the completed financial statements are sent from the auditors, then the ACFR can be finished. Community Development • Code Enforcement Staff is still working on the same code enforcement concerns and working with the attorneys to draft letters regarding a fine for issues at 1892 Albert, setting up a meeting with the greenhouse property owner, and discussing ongoing concerns at 1804 Tatum. Permits Permits currently consist of new fences, a bathroom remodel, and water heater and furnace replacements. The property owner at 1375 Larpenteur that was granted a variance for impervious surface coverage has applied for the building permit for the new garage. Public Works / Engineering • The entire sanitary sewer system has been cleaned and televised. Public Works continues to review the footage to make sure there are no structural issues with the sanitary sewer main. They are also compiling a list of addresses that have roots obstructing their sewer lateral entrance into the city sewer main. Once fully reviewed, all affected homeowners will be notified and advised to have roots removed/cut. • Public Works will street sweep a second time once all trees have dropped their seed pods/husks. • All lawn mowers have been serviced and have had their blades sharpened in preparation for mowing season. • Forest Lake Contracting will repair streetlights in the University Grove area between Coffman Street and Cleveland Avenue on Monday, April 21st. Once they are repaired, then Public Works will spot-weld those access panels to help prevent future wire theft. • Public Works is working with Electro Watchman Inc. on a keyless/programmable door locking system for the new Community Park restroom building. They will also install a new lock system at City Hall once parts arrive. • Public Works is coordinating with WSB and Roseville Engineering to determine the best method to route new sewer lateral from the Community Park restroom building to tie into the Roseville sewer system. Law Enforcement During the period of March 24 through March 30, 2025, St. Anthony Village Police Department (awaiting reports for March 31-April 13—SAPD stated they are coming and I’ll forward to Council once received): o Arrested a male in the area of Pascal Street and Hoyt Avenue on an outstanding Ramsey County felony warrant for damage to property. The male was booked at Ramsey County Jail on the warrant. o Arrested, cited, and released a male near the 1400 block of Larpenteur Ave. W. for driving without insurance, driving after revocation and careless driving. 20250418163328,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org, _Hannah B. Lynch_ hannah.b_270.eml Mayor and Council, Attached is the agenda packet for the meeting on Wednesday, April 23rd. Here is the link, if easier to open: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5876/638805884878260707 Have a happy holiday weekend for those who celebrate, and see you next Wednesday at 7PM. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS Regular Meeting of the City Council City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue AGENDA April 23, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: B. ROLL CALL: GUSTAFSON____ LEEHY___ MEYER ___ MIELKE ____ WASSENBERG___ STAFF PRESENT: LINEHAN___ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. PRESENTATION 1. Presentation from Ramsey County Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey and County Manager Ling Becker E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. March 5, 2025 City Council Workshop Minutes 2. March 12, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 3. March 12, 2025 City Council Special Workshop Minutes F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: G. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. General Disbursements through 4/17/25: $70,899.84 Payroll through 4/8/25: $25,095.98 Wire Payments through 4/8/25: $16,835.65 2. Approval of City Licenses 3. Approval of Change Order with American Environmental and Budget Amendment for Sewer System Maintenance 4. Approval of Transfer of $100,000 from Fund 426 to Fund 313 5. Approval to Award Contract to GoodPointe Technology for Pavement Condition Assessment H: POLICY ITEMS: 1. Approval of Resolution 25-36 Approving the Final Site Plans and Authorizing Release of Bids for the Community Park Renovation Project I. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: J. COMMUNITY FORUM: Please limit comments to 3 minutes per person. Items brought before the Council will be referred for consideration. Council may ask questions for clarification, but no council action or discussion will be held on these items. 1 K. ADJOURNMENT: 2 BLANK PAGE 3 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Presentation from Ramsey County District 3 Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey and County Manager Ling Becker Description The Ramsey County Board is responsible for establishing county policies, goals, legislative function, appointments of officials and strategic priorities. Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey represents District 3 on the Ramsey County Board and was elected during the special election this spring. County Manager, Ling Becker, was appointed in 2024 . Commissioner McMurtrey and County Manager Becker would like to take this opportunity to introduce themselves to the City Council. Commissioner McMurtrey will present his priorities, mission and goals, which include creating more deeply affordable housing, investing in economic development, and ensuring county services are responsive to the needs of residents, and to share local updates. County Manager Becker, will present an update on the county’s recent activity. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Presentation Action(s) Requested No action is requested from the Council for this informational item. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Presentation D1 Attachment Presentation Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 4 Ramsey County District 3 5 2 Ramsey County Board • Sets the County's Vision, Mission,Values, Goals, and Strategic Priorities • Provides Oversight of the County Budget and Approvals • Responsible for Establishing County Policies, Legislative Functions, Appointments of Officials,Oversight of Land Use Planning,Social Services,Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development • Represent District 3 on County Board • Represent Ramsey County at the State and Federal Level 6 3 Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey • Falcon Heights and Saint Paul neighborhoods of Payne/Phalen, North End/South Como, Como Park, Frogtown, Hamline-Midway and St. Anthony Park 7 4 My Committee and Commission Assignments Ramsey County standing committees •Budget Committee •Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team Committee Chair •Housing and Redevelopment Authority Vice Chair •Legislative Committee •Regional Rail Authority Otherboards, committees andcommissions •County-Court Joint Committee •Greater MSP Regional Partnership •Joint Property Tax Advisory Committee •Metropolitan Emergency Services Board •Metropolitan Library Services Agency •Metropolitan Mosquito Control District •Ramsey County Dispatch / 800 MHz Subsystem Policy Committee •Ramsey County Extension Committee •Rethinking I-94 Committee • Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) • Board of Directors • District X Committee • Environment & Natural Resources Policy Committee • National Association of Counties (NACo) • Community, Economic & Workforce Development Steering Committee • Large Urban County Caucus 8 5 My Priorities as County Commissioner • Creating more deeply affordable housing • Investing in economic development • Ensuring county services are responsive to the needs of residents 9 6 County Manager Ling Becker • Immigrant family. • Early public sector career exposure – age 15. • Public – Private Partnerships. • Appreciation for city and county coordination. • Economic and Workforce Development. • Appointed County Manager September 1, 2024. • Only person of color County Manager in the state of Minnesota. 10 Ramsey County 11 8 Ramsey County Vision Mission and Goals Vision A vibrant community where all are valued and thrive. Mission A county of excellence working with you to enhance our quality of life. Goals • Strengthen individual, family and community health, safety and well-being • Cultivate economic prosperity and invest in neighborhoods with concentrated financial poverty • Enhance access to opportunity and mobility for all residents and businesses • Model fiscal accountability, transparency and strategic investments 12 9 Our Ramsey County Values Ramsey County is a welcoming, accessible, and inclusive organization. Our core values define our culture. They guide who we are as a county, our individual behaviors and operational decision making • Investing in People • Serving with Integrity • Valuing Community • Advancing Equity • Empowering Leadership at All Levels 13 10 Our Services 14 11 Service Teams Ramsey County's departments are organized into four Service Teams and a Strategic Team. 15 12 Ramsey County Strategic Priorities 16 Ramsey County Updates County Manager's Office 17 14 Ramsey County Update • County leadership transitions. • Uncertainties: • Federal Executive • State Budget • Post COVID • Pivots for businesses, residents, and government • Changing demographics • Organizational Excellence and County Responsible Services • 2026-27 Biennial Budget 18 15 One-Stop Center for Environmental Services, Education & Activities Designed to make it easier to reduce waste, repair, reuse and recycle: • Climate-controlled, covered drive-through for household hazardous waste & electronics. • Self-service household recycling, scrap metal and food scraps drop-off. • Fix-It Clinic and community education space. • Product Reuse Room with free, reusable paint, automotive products, cleaners & more. • 19 16 Opening Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget • Center developed with extensive community input and feedback. • $29.7 million county investment opening ahead of schedule and under budget. • Conveniently located from any location in Ramsey County: 1700 Kent Street off Larpenteur Avenue West, near Dale Street North in Roseville. • Built with numerous sustainability features: geothermal heat, solar panels, EV charging stations, recycled materials used in its construction and landscaping. Learn more at ramseycounty.us/EC Opening Month Activities • Earth Day Giveaways* Tues., April 22, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Open House Thur., April 24, 6 - 8 p.m. • April Fix-It Clinic Sat., April 26,10 a.m. - 1 p.m. *First 200 participants 20 17 Rice Creek Commons • Rice Creek Commons is a redevelopment of the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP), a site that has undergone extensive environmental cleanup. The JDA envisions the area as a hub for economic growth, sustainable development, and a mix of housing and commercial spaces. • The total future development value of Rice Creek Commons, a 427-acre parcel, is estimated at $1 billion. • The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners has approved an amended purchase and sale agreement with Ryan Companies for the phased development of Outlot Aat Rice Creek Commons. This agreement moves forward plans for a 10-acre commercial project on the northern portion of the 40acre site inArden Hills. 21 18 Park at RiversEdge • The Park at RiversEdge is a transformative nineacre urban park that will connect downtown Saint Paul to the Mississippi River. • This innovative project will enhance public access to a national treasure, create a dynamic community gathering space and serve as a catalyst for $800+ million in private investment. 22 19 Appropriate Response Initiative 23 20 Budget Timeline – Public Process Ongoing Gathering Feedback and Priorities from District 1 Cities, Organizations, Businesses, and Constituents Ongoing Provide Strategic Vision and Policy Direction to County Staff Based on District 1 Priorities Late August to Early September Seek Public Feedback Mid September 1) Service Team Budget Presentations to Board 2) First Public Hearing Late September Set the 2026 Tax Levy October to November Board Amends County Manager Proposed Budget November to December 1) Truth and Taxation Notice Sent 2) Truth and Taxation Public Hearing 3) County BoardLevy Votes 24 City – County Partnership 25 22 Ramsey County Community Economic Development EDA Legislation • Seeks to amend the HRA statutory language to expand authority to better support diversifying industries, communities, and emerging entrepreneurs • Legislation would not impact the formula associated with HRA levy collection; o the max levy is State mandated, and Ramsey County already has their levy set at the max limit • Cities would have the choice to opt-in to spending on EDA eligible activities • If no opt-in, the existing HRA eligible activities would remain, but you would not receive the business support services that would be created from the HRA levy change 26 23 Ramsey County Community Economic Development (cont.) Areas of need identified to strengthen thesmall business ecosystem: o Capacity building of small business support organizations to meet current and future needs. o More technical assistance/advisory services to better serve targeted geographies, communities and/or industries. o Additional flexible capital to enable greater business retention, expansion and attraction. Increases flexibility in funding business programming. o Currently General Levy supports $345,000 business programming. 27 24 Ramsey County Community Economic Development (cont.) Ramsey County Business Support Programs • Open to Business: Provides direct technical assistance and other forms of support to small businesses • CEO Next: Provides second-stage small business owners and founders with a group learning opportunity designed to enhance their ability to develop robust systems and expand both their operations and technical expertise • CEO Now: Provides early-stage small business owners and founders with a group learning opportunity designed to enhance their ability to develop robust systems and expand both their operations and technical expertise • RamseyCountyMeansBusiness.com: Provides small business owners, entrepreneurs, real estate developers, site selectors with an online portal showcasing Ramsey County's business landscape, economic and technical support services, workforce initiatives, and other business and economic development incentives/resources • Reimagination Resource Center: Provides funding to create or develop the business community organizations (BCOs) capabilities needed to deliver technical assistance to Ramsey County's Commercial Corridors. 28 Local Updates Commissioner McMurtrey 29 26 Housing • Housing Stability (ex. Kimball Court, rental assistance) • Prioritizing Deeply Affordable Housing • Stabilization and Preservation of affordable housing(ex. $5 million recently approved) • Pathways to Homeownership 30 27 Economic Development • Downtown St. Paul strategy • D3 Small Business Advisory Council • Workforce Development 31 28 D3 Public Works 2025 • Dale Street Construction • Rice Street Construction • Ongoing maintenance & repairs 32 Questions? 33 Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey Email: garrison.mcmurtrey@co.ramsey.mn.us Phone: 651-266-8378 Matt Hill, Principal Aide Email: matt.hill@co.ramsey.mn.us Phone: 651-266-9990 Beverly Hammond, Scheduler Email: Beverly.hammon@co.ramsey.mn.us Ramsey County Website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/ Subscribe to My Office Newsletter: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNRAMSEY/subsc riber/new?topic_id=MNRAMSEY_454 34 BLANK PAGE 35 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS City Council Workshop City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue MINUTES Wednesday, March 5 2025 6:30 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:33 PM B. ROLL CALL: GUSTAFSON_X_ LEEHY___ Eric Meyer arrived at 7:24 PM. MIELKE_X_ WASSENBERG_X_ STAFF PRESENT: LINEHAN_X_ JOHNSON_X_ C. POLICY ITEMS: 1. Continuation or Recap of the 2025 Council Goal Setting Session Wassenberg expressed support for organizing topics into groups, suggesting that each group could be discussed during a dedicated workshop. Mielke emphasized the importance of prioritization in the process. Linehan outlined the next steps, which include a consultant review and presenting a rough draft at the April workshop. Following that, specific goals will be prioritized and assigned timelines. 2. State Fair Task Force (SFTF) Recommendation on E-Meter Street Parking Linehan summarizes that the SFTF and the City Council met in February to discuss the implementation of E-Meters. The current proposal focuses on the Northome and Northeast Quadrant Neighborhoods—areas with existing free, one-sided street parking. Streets with existing permit-only or no-parking designations would remain unchanged. A map of the proposed areas was shared. Hamline Ave. and Larpenteur are excluded due to them being county-owned roads. Falcon Woods would remain a free, unrestricted parking area except for its existing permit zone. Other residential permit parking areas are only applicable during the workweek and are open on the weekends. The Task Force and ParkMobile recommend issuing one complimentary 12-day pass per household through the ParkMobile app, valid across all parking zones. Residents would register a vehicle (tied to a license plate) to claim their pass. The thought is to allow residents to purchase extra passes, potentially at a discounted rate. A one-day parking pass would be $25. Police and parking ambassadors would enforce compliance using license plate recognition. Non-registered vehicles may be ticketed. There was discussion about the logistics of distributing codes: • Wassenberg suggested mailing the codes proactively to all eligible addresses. • Linehan noted that requiring residents to pick up codes would reduce misuse but increase staff workload. Mailing codes could be easier and promote higher utilization. Currently, they get an individualized letter with permits. Could use the 36 same idea and the city generates codes. Residents will sign-up through the app which will require them to fill in their license and registration. • Gustafson emphasized that requiring residents to come to City Hall for a basic pass could create complications and long lines before the fair. Instead, only require inperson visits for additional passes and make available to request online as well. Mielke explains the logic behind the program. People can’t use ParkMobile to find open spaces. People will still drive around to look for parking spots. The fair charges for parking, so why shouldn’t Falcon Heights. Other cities can add a sales tax to increase revenue, but Falcon Heights doesn’t have a large commercial base. Wassenberg adds this would also encourage the use of park and rides. Mielke points out the complimentary resident pass would not guarantee a spot on the street; it will also not be tied to a zone and makes parking for residents available in all zones. Linehan adds the paid parking for fairgoers is only valid for one day. There was also a discussion about zone management and enforcement: • Wassenberg wonders how zones should be set up, and what kind of technology is needed to read plates for compliance. • Linehan explains ParkMobile suggests 1 zone per block. Keep in mind the more zones, the more codes need to be generated, making it more cumbersome. ParkMobile can supply plate-reading technology for the ambassadors. • Mielke wants to use ParkMobile’s expertise on determining zones and pricing. • Gustafson notes data from the pilot year could help refine zones and enforcement in the future. • Meyer wonders if ambassadors are paid positions. • Linehan explains ambassadors will be city employees, and would support enforcement and assist fairgoers, modeled after the St. Paul ambassador program. They can be an extension of SAPD. They will verify vehicles through the app, help guide visitors, and report violations to police. • Meyer suggests scheduling ambassadors in shifts, having a supervisor and designated break areas (potentially coordinated with churches or local businesses). • Gustafson notes pairing them up for safety and ending shifts at 8 PM. The council continues to discuss details for the ambassadors, what kind of information is needed from Park Mobile before the public hearing, and having a rep available. They also discuss creating a FAQ. The council and Linehan discuss revenue, costs, and future planning: • A flat $25 daily parking fee is proposed, with no added service fees. ParkMobile takes ~20% to cover marketing and administrative costs. • Proceeds will go toward administrative overhead and the city’s capital improvement fund, ultimately helping to reduce the tax burden. • Examples of capital uses include roads, sewer upgrades, and parks. • Tickets for violations will be $100 and processed through the court system. • Vehicles will only be towed if they create a safety hazard or remain unmoved for over 48 hours. • The Council will need to adopt an annual ordinance establishing State Fair parking dates. 37 The Council stresses the need to keep the program simple and minimally disruptive in its first year. If successful, it may expand in the future. The emphasis remains on balancing revenue generation with convenience for residents and operational efficiency for staff. 3. Release of Request for Proposal (RFP) for Classification and Compensation Study Consultant Linehan proposes releasing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a classification and compensation study and asked the Council for clarification on the desired scope. He emphasized the importance of fair and equitable compensation, noting that the city is currently the only one in the area without an established classification and compensation system. Without pay ranges, it's difficult to complete the required pay equity reports for the state. The proposed study would evaluate positions—not individuals—and recommend a point system or scale based on job descriptions. Key questions for the RFP scope: • Should the study be limited to full-time employees only, or should it also include part-time, seasonal staff, council members, and commissioners? • Should the consultant also analyze the city’s benefits package? Including this would increase both the cost and complexity of the study. Council Discussion: • Meyer asks how much has been budgeted for the study. • Mielke suggests that the benefits analysis could be postponed until next year and that the city might gather benefit comparison data from other cities in the meantime. • Linehan responds that data from the League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) could help benchmark benefits. • Gustafson points out that compensation includes both salary and benefits, and external insight could be valuable. • Wassenberg questions whether analyzing benefits was worth the additional cost, noting not all employees fully utilize them. • Gustafson responds that the rising cost of benefits makes them a critical part of total compensation and worth examining. • Mielke proposes asking for both options in the RFP, itemized separately, so the Council can decide based on cost. Linehan adds that excluding benefits would simplify the study, but notes it’s still important to understand what benefit offerings could make the city a more competitive and attractive employer. However, benefits analysis can become complex and time intensive. While pay equity remains the top priority, implementation could be costly depending on the findings. The council agrees that classification and compensation data is important. 4. Future Agenda Topics Linehan explains the goal-setting session will determine a number of future workshop 38 topics. There is also a public hearing scheduled for license revocation for a Falcon Heights business depending on communication received from the MN Department of Revenue. Mielke inquires about the upcoming community meeting regarding Dino’s. Linehan explains that the meeting is intended for immediate neighbors to provide feedback on a potential drive-through proposal at the business’s current location. Before moving forward with a formal application, the business is seeking preliminary input to gauge neighborhood sentiment. The process would involve a traffic study and the combination of adjacent lots, but the business owner wants to hear from neighbors first before committing to those expenses. The meeting will take place at City Hall. Linehan emphasizes that this is an informational meeting—residents will not vote, and the final decision rests with the business owner based on feasibility and community input. Gustafson notes that the proposal would likely require a variance or Planned Unit Development (PUD). Mielke expresses some concern, referencing the denial of Buhl’s Caribou Coffee drive-through in the past. D. ADJOURNMENT: 9:02 PM DISCLAIMER: City Council Workshops are held monthly as an opportunity for Council Members to discuss policy topics in greater detail prior to a formal meeting where a public hearing may be held and/or action may be taken. Members of the public that would like to make a comment or ask questions about an item on the agenda for an upcoming workshop should send them to mail@falconheights.org prior to the meeting. Alternatively, time is regularly allotted for public comment during Regular City Council Meetings (typically 2nd and 4th Wednesdays) during the Community Forum. _______________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor Dated this 23rd day of April, 2025 _________________________________ Jack Linehan, City Administrator 39 BLANK PAGE 40 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS Regular Meeting of the City Council City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue MINUTES March 12, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:02 PM B. ROLL CALL: GUSTAFSON_X_ LEEHY_X__ MEYER _X__ MIELKE _X___ WASSENBERG __ STAFF PRESENT: LINEHAN_X_ JOHNSON_X_ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Linehan draws attention to a late addition of Consent Agenda Item 8 Councilmember Meyer motions to approve the agenda; Approved 4-0 D. PRESENTATION 1. Office of Congresswoman Betty McCollum – Update on FY2026 Community Project Funding Staff Member Charlie Hammond from the office of Congresswoman Betty McCollum provides an update regarding community project funding. He explains that Congress members can locate funding to request for community projects coming from municipalities in their district. Hammond provides a complete list of Community Project Funding secured by Congresswoman McCollum since 2022. While funding for 2026 is pending final passage, Staff Member Hammond recommends municipalities submit project proposals sooner rather than later. Once the 2026 application period is announced, there is a fast turnaround time between the announcement and the deadline. Mayor Gustafson thanks Staff member Hammond for his attendance. E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. February 12, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes Councilmember Meyer motions to approve the meeting minutes; Approved 4-0 F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Consideration of Revocation of Municipal Business License G. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. General Disbursements through 3/5/25: $97,148.44 41 Payroll through 2/25/25: $27,472.39 Wire Payments through 2/25/25: $17,206.14 2. Approval of Resolution 25-18 Selecting Cedar Forest as Picnic Shelter and Restroom Supplier for Community Park Renovation Project 3. Approval of Resolution 25-19 Approving the Joint Powers Agreement Among Members of the Ramsey County Geographic Information Systems Users Group 4. Approval of Resolution 25-20 Accepting Resignation of Jared Mehlhaff from the Environment Commission 5. Approval of Resolution 25-21 Approving a Contract with Electro Watchman, Inc for the Installation of a Lenel/S2 Netbox Access Control System for City Hall 6. Approval of Resolution 25-22 Authorizing the City to Accept Grant Funds Through the University of Minnesota Good Neighbor Fund 7. Approval of Resolution 25-23 Request for Proposal (RFP) for Classification and Compensation Study Consultant. 8. Approval of Resolution 25-24 Authorizing Husky Construction Inc. to be Awarded the 2025 Pavement Management Project Tree Removal Contract Linehan explains Consent Agenda Item 2 and provides an updated quote with pricing from Cedar Forest. Some items were removed, and updated pricing was provided today. This brought the total cost down from $350,000 to $313,000. Consent Agenda Item 8 is part of the 2025 PMP project in the Falcon Woods neighborhood; there is some tree removal needed for stormwater improvements. The reason for a last-minute addition is the need to comply with environmental regulations, requiring trees to be removed sooner than anticipated. Public Works and Engineering will work with the residents in the neighborhood on the coordination. The trees are located in the stormwater easement. Mielke wonders how many trees will need to be removed. Linehan is unsure, but the tree’s location determines the removal. Gustafson thanks Jared for his time on the Environment Commission. Mayor Gustafson motions to approve the consent agenda; Approved 4-0 H: POLICY ITEMS: I. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: Leehy notes that on Monday, March 17, the Community Engagement Commission will have its first meeting of the year. There are two vacancies on the commission, and she recommends that residents apply. Mielke explains that the Climate Action Team met last week, and other Falcon Heights organizations were brought in to help with the goal setting. She also attended the swearing in of the new Ramsey County Commissioner, for District 3. Gustafson explains that some council members and Administrator Linehan attended LMC’s Day at the Hill and met with Representative Leigh Finke to discuss local priorities. They also met Senator Clare Oumou-Verbeten to discuss regional priorities with Roseville and Lauderdale. 42 Linehan notes that on March 1, the SAPD officially transitioned to be the police agency for Falcon Heights. They had a Coffee with a Cop at Amber Union this morning. The AARP Tax Appointments at City Hall are fully booked. Public Works has American Environmental going around the city to clean and televise the main sewer, all the systems are cleared this year. Upper Cut is also going around trimming and removing boulevard trees. Currently, the City is working on getting a tree replacement program up and running, but there is not a one-for-one replacement. The council points out hearing positive stories since the police transition. J. COMMUNITY FORUM: Please limit comments to 3 minutes per person. Items brought before the Council will be referred for consideration. Council may ask questions for clarification, but no council action or discussion will be held on these items. Georgiana May – 1477 California Ave. W. Georgiana wonders how large McCollum’s funding requests can be. She suggest using funding for the implementation of the Climate Action Plan. K. ADJOURNMENT: 7:26 PM Councilmember Leehy motions to adjourn; Approved 4-0 _______________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor Dated this 23rd day of April, 2025 _________________________________ Jack Linehan, City Administrator 43 BLANK PAGE 44 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS City Council Special Joint Workshop City Council and State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue MINUTES Wednesday, March 12, 2025 7:30 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:33 PM B. ROLL CALL: COUNCIL: GUSTAFSON__X__ LEEHY_X__ MEYER _X__ MIELKE_X__ WASSENBERG___ STATE FAIR TASK FORCE Allard _X___ May_X___ Brace ____ Davis _X___ Hausman ___ McGarthwaite_X__ Johnson____ Paulus _X___Prather_X__ Porter___ STAFF PRESENT: LINEHAN_X__ JOHNSON_X_ C. POLICY ITEMS: 1. Continuation of Discussion on E-Meter Parking Gustafson explains that the Council discussed this item at their latest Council Workshop and that they went through several questions. Both groups differed on how the free parking codes/passes will be disbursed to residents, and how many. Wassenberg advocated for a non-complicated method with the least amount of impact on residents and staff time, and the Council agreed. This item needs to be revisited, as the State Fair Task Force (SFTF) did not fully agree with this method. McGarthwaite explains mailing a pass/code to every resident will not work, because not every resident always receives mail. Providing a free code to everyone can also lead to abuse, decreased value, and the codes still need to be registered and activated with ParkMobile. Gustafson and Leehy wonder what the SFTF’s goal of the e-meter parking program is. Mielke comments that the idea is to create a new revenue stream for Falcon Heights, to help cover expenses generated by the State Fair. If it is not generating revenue, it’s not a worthwhile project to further explore. McGarthwaite adds it’s also a quality-of-life issue and she believes people who need to pay will take better care. It can also push parkers to Park & Rides and says all of the traffic also already impacts the quality of life of residents. Residents will need to pay for a second “residential permit;” worries about depleting the process. Leehy appreciates the process that has been thought out. 45 Allard believes the quality of life will always be questionable around fair time, but at least there will be a revenue stream. Leehy wonders if the SFTF looked at other vendors as well. McGarthwaite notes this is the only vendor that was approached. ParkMobile has the largest number of users in Minnesota, and people are familiar with it. May emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between maximizing revenue and not creating a hassle for residents. Limiting the number of permits issued to residents avoids taking up all the spots. Davis wants to ensure the council is accepting of the offer made by SFTF to have e-meter parking during the State Fair and other major events. She wants the SFTF to work through the details. May adds this will benefit all residents of Falcon Heights. Northome and NE Quadrant have the highest density of parkers during the fair and so it makes sense to test the program there first. Following the pilot year, they can discuss the experience and potentially expand to other areas or add entities. Davis is fearful that giving too much parking away would take away the revenue. Leehy notes there is no opposition, but she wants to ensure all the details are worked through before presenting it to residents. Gustafson agrees. The council wants to think of concepts and ideas further downstream, so they are trying to gather as much information as they can and to consider all impacts before presenting it to residents. Gustafson reiterates that the council is favorable to exploring the concept. Mielke adds that the point is to ease parking stress for the neighborhoods. Gustafson sees the concept as a positive, but there are also logistical issues that need to be worked out. Linehan points out that the city would hire staff to work as parking ambassadors, as the St. Anthony Police Department (SAPD) prefers it not be officers who use the app. They will be notified by parking ambassadors that utilize the ParkMobile app of any parking violations. SAPD does not have the capacity to utilize the app, but they will be responsible for ticket enforcement. McGarthwaite moves on to other areas they discussed, which were communications and staffing. Yes, it will be complicated for staff and residents, but the SFTF believes it will be first-year pains. Linehan has provided communication plans. Leehy previously resided in Northome and did not feel like it was an inconvenience to acquire a parking permit/pass. There should be a specific timeframe, so it doesn’t happen last minute. Meyer believes people who are in need of parking passes will come into City Hall. He supports a mailing to make residents aware and offering an online application as well. He believes the price point for a second permit needs to be determined and agrees there should not be a third permit for residents. Council and SFTF agree that there should be a State Fair guide again. Gustafson asks ParkMobile about the enforcement of visitors who did not pay for parking. 46 Rob Stephens is the Regional Sales Manager for ParkMobile. He is familiar with smaller city parking regulations. There can be one 12-day code for residents that only needs to be entered once. Whereas visitors have to pay every single time they park. Regarding enforcement, there is a ParkMobile tool to check parking payments. It allows someone to check a plate against payment. Various integrations are possible. There is no extra cost for the enforcement. ParkMobile is the largest e-meter parking company in the US. He lists other places where ParkMobile is active. Because of the familiarity, it is a good emeter parking program to use, because most people will already have the app on their phone. This makes it as easy as possible to ensure compliance. He likes the idea of having ambassadors to increase visibility on the street, which will also drive compliance. Allard wonders how the pre-payment process works. Stephens explains the code is valid for one license plate for 12 days. Stephens believed the one-time code would be most efficient for residents. Residents need to come to City Hall to acquire the code. Having as much inventory on the street for visitors is important. May notes from a resident's standpoint, the parking will be the same with or without emeter parking. Gustafson adds that a communication method between SAPD and ambassadors needs to be determined. Mielke suggests offering resident codes as early as possible, having a deadline the day before the fair, and making Saturdays available as well for residents to acquire a reservation. When residents come in, staff can apply the code to their license plate. They would never have to enter the code themselves. Leehy suggests making the parking ambassador program available to teenagers and seniors of Falcon Heights and have them pair up. Prather adds teenagers are able to help users with the app. Stephens explains there is also an account management team that can help with whatever process is decided. Gustafson wonders how the zones should be determined. Stephens notes having different zones is easier, as for enforcement would utilize a list to cross-reference. Linehan explains the process will be similar for staff for mailing them all out or having residents come in for a back-end perspective. Residents should be able to park in all zones, as parking will still be first come, first served. Stephens points out it should be looked at it by zone and not by plate. The search function of the app does not allow searching by plate. Davis wonders what is easier for the city, to purchase codes in bulk or to purchase them one at a time as residents come in. Stephens explains it’s easier to acquire them all at once. 47 Gustafson wants to ensure that everyone is prepared to answer questions from the public for the March 26 public hearing. All residents will be notified and will have to come into City Hall for one complimentary pass, and number two can be acquired for a certain dollar amount. But the second parking spot will need to be determined based on inventory. McGarthwaite adds ParkMobile will provide signage for visitors to acquire day passes. May says a lot of progress has been made and summarizes the decisions that have been made: - Affected residents have the option to come into City Hall to get a resident pass. - Visitors will have to purchase parking through ParkMobile. - Training will be provided by ParkMobile. - Ambassadors will be hired to check plates for compliance and they will inform SAPD of parking infraction; SAPD will do ticketing - Signs will be provided by ParkMobile and additional communications will be done as well. Meyer adds if there is a hard cap on the number of resident passes that are available, it would help determine the amount of second passes that can be offered. Allard notes it would be hard to determine how many people would need a pass. It is important to note that they are limited. Davis says to make the second pass first come, first served. The Council and SFTF agree that this program does not rely on getting funding from the federal or state level. McGarthwaite adds it might not feel welcoming, but people are not parking here to visit Falcon Heights, they are here to park their car to attend the State Fair. Leehy agrees that we can still be welcoming but can have perimeters. Davis wonders how staff will keep track of residents’ questions at the public hearing. Linehan thanks SFTF for their perspective, and answers staff will keep track. He highlights the importance of pushing details out to residents with communications. Gustafson points to the list of available parking spots and states that if everyone wants a resident pass, parking may be a challenge. Leehy raises concerns about apartment dwellers and their access to parking. Linehan seeks clarification on eligibility in the two designated neighborhoods—specifi cally, whether residents must live directly on the street or if living on an adjacent street within the zone also qualifies. Removing eligibility for those who live within the area but not directly on the street could reduce the number of available spaces. It's important to consider both who is impacted and who should be eligible. May notes the affected street. Leehy adds that apartment dwellers park on city streets in these neighborhoods. Prather wonders about the timeline. Will the contract be multi-year? Linehan explains the proposal is a 3-year agreement as ParkMobile does have capital investments. If, after the first year, too many free passes were given out, the program could be rolled back. There are no significant contract costs other than user fees. ParkMobile takes a portion 48 from each day pass. If revenue goals are not reached after the first year, the city can determine not to proceed. Prather suggests pre-calculating the number of residents. Stephens notes that they are confident in the success of their program, and the city will not incur contractual costs if it does not work out after one year. The more inventory that is available for visitors, the more revenue it will generate. Residents are aware of the fair and will support the program. Prather points out that parking spots can be double or triple-booked. Paulus believes it is not welcoming and isn’t sure how e-meter parking would address the quality-of-life issues. While the revenue is a perk, she believes having the ambassador presence is helpful; fund a positive presence and help alleviate other issues. Charging for parking perpetuates the parking lot image of Falcon Heights. Mielke suggests doing some audits of current parking on the streets. D. ADJOURNMENT: 9:11 PM Councilmember Meyer motions to adjourn; Approved 4-0 McGarthwaite motions to adjourn; 6-0 DISCLAIMER: City Council Workshops are held monthly as an opportunity for Council Members to discuss policy topics in greater detail prior to a formal meeting where a public hearing may be held and/or action may be taken. Members of the public that would like to make a comment or ask questions about an item on the agenda for an upcoming workshop should send them to mail@falconheights.org prior to the meeting. Alternatively, time is regularly allotted for public comment during Regular City Council Meetings (typically 2nd and 4th Wednesdays) during the Community Forum. _______________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor Dated this 23rd day of April, 2025 _________________________________ Jack Linehan, City Administrator 49 BLANK PAGE 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 BLANK PAGE 61 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approval of City License(s) Description The following individuals/entities have applied for a Massage Therapy License for 2025. Staff have received the necessary documents for licensure. 1. Hong Xu Annis; Oriental Kung Fu Massage N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends approval of the City license applications contingent on background checks and fire inspections as required. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Consent G2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Kelly Nelson Administrative Services Director / Deputy Clerk 62 BLANK PAGE 63 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approval of Change Order with American Environmental and Budget Amendment for Sewer System Maintenance Description The City’s entire sanitary sewer system was cleaned and televised this year as part of our sanitary sewer maintenance schedule by American Environmental LLC. The City’s sanitary sewer cleaning program is on a three-year rotating cleaning schedule where year 1 is east of Snelling, year 2 is west of Snelling, and year three is the entire city, which is this year. The City competitively bid the contract in a 2014 RFP, selecting American Environmental as the winner. Root intrusion is a common and unknown variable in determining cost. There was a significant amount of root infiltration that required cutting this year, increasing the cost beyond the budgeted amount and contract amounts. Additionally, the lift station located at Larpenteur Avenue and Coffman St. adopted a bi-annual cleaning of the pumps, floats, and wet well last year that was not monetarily added into the 2025 budget. Budget Impact $13,614.75 in addition to the $118,000 that was budgeted. Attachment(s) Invoice Action(s) Requested Staff recommends Falcon Heights City Council approve the request for additional funding and authorize a change order with American Environmental LLC for the services provided. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Consent G3 Attachment Invoice Submitted By Colin Callahan, Public Works Director 64 4/10/2025 Invoice # 4069 Bill To: City of Falcon Heights 2077 W. Larpenter Ave Falcon Heights, MN 55113 AMERICAN ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC. 8925 County Rd. 43 Chaska, MN 55318 Job Contact Colin CallahanP.O. Number 2025 Sewer Maintenance Project Name Sewer Cleaning & Inspection 612-226-0516 Total Balance Due Payments/Credits Invoice Date Accepted payments include only cash or check. Please be advised we do not accept credit cards, ACH or any online payments at this time. If you are contacted by any party claiming to collect online payment this may be fraud. Special arrangements will only be approved by owner, Tony Traxler (612) 226-0516. Unit Quantity Unit Price Amount Cleaning & CCTV Inspection of Sanitary Sewer LF 69,317 1.75 121,304.75 Lift Station Cleaning LS 1 1,600.00 1,600.00 Root Cutting HRS 13 670.00 8,710.00 $131,614.75 $131,614.75 $0.00 65 BLANK PAGE 66 ITEM FOR DISCUSSION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approval of Transfer of $100,000 from Fund 426 to Fund 313 Description The debt on the 2021 G.O. Improvement Bonds in Debt Service Fund 313 shows a negative balance of approximately $73,000 due to timing issues of when debt levy and assessment payments are received. On the other hand, the 2021 street project capital Fund 426 maintains a positive balance of over $236,000 due to street expenditures being less than originally estimated. A transfer of funds from Fund 426 in the amount of $100,000 is recommended to clear up this negative balance in Fund 313 before the City would go out for a bond review. The bond debt levy and assessment payments are not received until July and December. Fifty percent to be received in July and fifty percent to be received in December. It is estimated that a July debt levy payment of $40,000 and a July assessment payment of $13,000 would not be enough to remove the negative fund balance. Staff recommends a $100,000 transfer of funds from Fund 426 2021 Street Improvements to Fund 313 2021 G.O. Improvement Debt Service Fund. That would leave approximately $136,000 balance within the 2021 Street project Fund 426 to fund the estimated 2025 budgeted $120,000 repair expenditures on the 2021 streets. Staff also recommends amending the associated budgets for these funds. Fund 426: dr cr 426-4426-97000 100,000 Fund 313: 313-000-39200 100,000 Budget Impact Improves the fund balance position of the 2021 G.O. Improvement Bond Fund 313. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Consent #G4 Attachment Submitted By Roland Olson, Finance Director 67 Attachment(s) Action(s) Requested Staff recommends council approval for transferring $100,000 from Fund 426 2021 street project fund to Fund 313 2021 G.O. Debt Service Fund to improve the fund balance position. 68 BLANK PAGE 69 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Families, Fields and Fair __________________________ Item Pavement Condition Assessment Quote Description Every three years the City hires a company to complete a pavement condition assessment on all of the City owned roads within the City. This information is used for asset management as well as for capital planning. In the past the City has contracted with GoodPointe Technology. The City contacted GoodPointe Technology and requested a quote to complete the pavement condition assessment in 2025. Budget Impact The contractor proposed to complete the assessment of roadways (approximately 14 miles) for a total not to exceed budget of $5,500. Funding for the repairs would be from the Infrastructure Fund 419. Attachment(s) 2022 PMP Quote Action(s) Requested Motion to award pavement condition assessment quote to GoodPointe Technology in the amount of $5,500.00. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Consent G5 Attachment 2022 PMP; Quote Submitted By Erik Henricksen, City Engineer 70 i 2022 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA 71 ii PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA March 2023 I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly licensed Professional engineer under the laws of the state of Minnesota. P.E. 3/24/2023 Stephanie Smith Date License Number 51837 City of Roseville 2660 Civic Center Drive Roseville, MN 55113 Phone: 651-792-7003 FAX: 651-792-7040 72 iii TABLE OF CONTENTS Title Page .................................................... ............................................................................... i Certification Page.................................................................................................. .................... ii Table of Contents ..................................................................................................................... iii I. INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................4 II. FIELD SURVEY OF PAVEMENTS .......................................................... ....................4 III. ICON SOFTWARE .........................................................................................................5 IV. ICON RESULTS ................................ .............................................................................5 V. PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES .............................................................6 VI. RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................................................................8 73 4 I. INTRODUCTION The City of Falcon Heights implemented a pavement management program in 2001 to assist in maintaining and monitoring the performance of the paved street network. This 13- mile long system is one of the City’s largest investments that would have a significant dollar value if it were to be replaced today. The Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requires government agencies to report and account for their infrastructure assets. In June 1999, GASB issued Statement 34 “Basic Financial Statements – and Management’s Discussion and Analysis – for State and Local Governments.” Statement 34 establishes new requirements for the annual financial reports of state and local governments. As part of this new Statement, Governments will report all capital assets, including infrastructure, in the government-wide statement of net assets and will report depreciation expense. If an agency is managing its infrastructure assets in an asset management system that has certain characteristics and the government agency can document that the assets are being preserved at or above a condition level established and disclosed by the Modified Approach for Reporting Infrastructure Assets. The qualifying agency is allowed to make disclosures about the infrastructure assets in required supplementary information that includes the physical condition of the assets and amounts spent to maintain and preserve them over time. The City of Falcon Heights’ asset management program for its street network is based on the Modified Approach for Reporting Infrastructure Assets. The software program ICON, which is developed and supported by Goodpointe Technology as a tool for pavement management, was used to inventory and rate the quality of the pavement on all sections of streets and alleys within the City in 2023. This system uses field surveys to identify distresses and rate the current condition. Both systems use the segment and distress information to determine the current Pavement Condition Index (PCI) for each segment. The software provides the City with the ability to determine future needs based on current and past maintenance strategies, and prioritize the appropriate rehabilitation at optimum times. Also, ICON has a Geographic Information System (GIS) interface to enable easy development of maps showing the results of the analysis. II. FIELD SURVEY OF PAVEMENTS The first step to set up a pavement management program is to assess the current condition of all pavements to be evaluated by the program. To accomplish this, each street and alley was broken out into segments, intersection to intersection, and a field survey and evaluation completed for each. There were a total of 152 street and alley segments within the City that were evaluated and will be included in the pavement management plan’s ICON software database. 74 5 The Army Corps of Engineers’ “Pavement Distress Identification Guide for Asphalt Surfaced Roads and Parking Lots” was used as a basis for the field survey of the segments. This manual shows types of distress and how to evaluate them. The manual was used as a reference to evaluate the different pavement distresses along each surveyed segment. Each field survey consisted of evaluating random sample units along each segment. The randomness of the samples helps to ensure a non-partial look at each of the segments and to better determine an overall PCI rating. Completing a rating over a small isolated distressed area rather than rating the general condition of the entire street will give the appearance of a street that may need to be reconstructed when in reality it only needs minor spot repairs. The streets were evaluated for the distresses as shown on the sample Rating Form in the Appendix. III. ICON SOFTWARE When all field surveys were completed, the segment distress information was entered into the ICON software. The information entered into the software included a general description of each segment with a to-and-from location, length, and width of segment, last known construction date (as available), and field survey information, including date of inspection and the type and amount of distresses found. A generic date of January 1, 1980, was used for segments where accurate dates were not available. As future reconstruction projects are completed, these dates will be updated. The ICON software used the survey data and created a database for each segment. This database was then used by ICON to rate the condition of the pavement and predict future pavement deterioration. These results were used to determine a pavement management plan and schedule. IV. ICON RESULTS ICON used the information gathered in the field to calculate a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) rating for each pavement segment. A PCI rating of 100 would be indicative of a newly constructed street with no distresses, while a rating of 0 would show a completely failed street. Segments then can be grouped into like categories of PCI ratings to help determine a schedule of maintenance, rehabilitation and reconstruction. The PCI groups chosen for the City of Falcon heights are as follows: 100 to 66 Adequate; 65 to 36 Marginal; 35 to 0 Poor. This initial PCI rating was based off of a standard Asphalt Pavement Deterioration Curve within the model. (This deterioration curve was created using test data and does not take into account local deterioration factors. A deterioration model specific to the City’s pavement can be developed as future field surveys are taken. The software then can take into account the amount of deterioration during a specific period between field surveys. Field surveys should be taken once every three years for accurate modeling of the PCI 75 6 projections. Deterioration models specific to Falcon Heights will be completed in future phases of this pavement management program. The City’s streets were last rated in 2022. A weighted average PCI rating for the City’s overall system at that time was calculated to be 69, based on a section’s area and PCI rating. This average accurately shows the City’s aggressive pavement rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in the recent past. See Table 1: Street Segments in Alphabetical Order for current PCI ratings. V. PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES The PCI rating information generated by the ICON software can be used to determine maintenance, rehabilitation and reconstruction action necessary for each street segment. There are several types of street rehabilitation measures that can be used to maintain or restore the condition of the pavement. Below is a brief description of each of these measures: Localized stopgap (safety), which might be applied to severe localized rutting, potholes, etc.; Localized preventive, which would be used to repair high severity fatigue cracking, cracking in small quantities, curb and gutter repairs and regular catch basin maintenance; Global preventative maintenance strategies that include crack seal; Pavement rehabilitation is used when the street is at an established critical rating or above. This might include applying overlays, milling and overlaying, or other surface reconstruction; Major reconstruction (below the critical rating), which would include cold in place recycling and reconstruction. The street segments in the Adequate PCI category would only require localized repairs and global preventative maintenance. Street segments in the Marginal category would possibly require repairs and pavement rehabilitation. The street segments in the Poor category would require reconstruction. The overall goal of this program is to maintain the City’s pavement infrastructure to a high level of service. To maintain this high level of service within the system, we recommend the following: Maintain a Citywide average PCI rating of 75 or above. Replace curb and gutter that becomes cracked, settled or holds water. Inspect and repair catch basins and manholes on an annual basis. Schedule mill and overlay for any street section that falls below a PCI rating of 65. Schedule major rehabilitation or reconstruction for any street section that falls below a PCI rating of 35. 76 7 This can be done through the efforts discussed above. The City currently follows a systematic and crack sealing and curb and gutter replacement program that is a global preventative strategy for the entire pavement system. Along with crack sealing, the City’s regular stopgap and localized preventative efforts should also be continued. The goals for the City of Falcon Heights’ pavement management program are based on a review of local pavement management practices by surrounding cities. Below is a brief summary of pavement management programs being used by other local government agencies. Table Pavement Management Programs In Local Cities City Rating Cycle Software Rating for Maintenance Rating for Rehabilitation Rating for Reconstruction Arden Hills 3 years GoodPointe 100-60 59-35 34-0 Chanhassen 3 years GoodPointe Maintaining all streets, worst ratings are prioritized for projects. Eagan 3 years GoodPointe 100-56 55-36 35-0 Eden Prairie 3 years GoodPointe 100-70 69-30 29-0 Golden Valley 3 to 4 years Outside Consultant Projects are done on a case by case basis with the level of street repair depending on needs. Minneapolis 3 years MicroPAVER 100-65 64-55 54-0 Rochester 5 years GoodPointe 100-46 45-25 24-0 Roseville 3 to 4 years GoodPointe 100-60 59-35 34-0 St Paul GoodPointe Focus is on upgrading oiled streets to pavement. Prioritized by City officials, residents, and coordination with utilities. Woodbury 4 years GoodPointe 100-60 59-35 34-0 77 8 VI. RECOMMENDATIONS Field surveys of the pavement should be completed every three years in order to more accurately project the future PCI ratings and to help properly budget for future major reconstruction projects. Preventative Maintenance: Concrete curb and gutter are an integral part of the City’s pavement system. Cracked and settled concrete curb and gutter can provide a pathway for water to enter the pavement base materials. The City repairs and replaces cracked and settled concrete curb and gutter on an annual basis. This program appears to have been working well and should be continued. While the City’s storm sewer system is not technically a part of the pavement system, lack of catch basin maintenance can result in pavement base materials washing into the storm sewer system, leaving a void under the pavement, boulevard and sidewalk. These voids result in a sinkhole when the pavement collapses. An inspection and annual maintenance program has been implemented to prevent future sinkhole failures. This should be performed as needed on all street segments within the Adequate category. Crack seal: City staff reevaluated the City’s crack sealing and seal coating plan in 2016. Changes to the plan the removal of seal coating until the issue of delamination is better studied. The policy is to crack seal all mill and overlay roads within 10 years of their construction. Also this work should be performed as needed on all street segments within the Adequate and Marginal categories. Street segments recommended for major maintenance in the 5 year CIP are not included in the crack sealing projects. Mill and Overlay: There are several maintenance practices that involve milling. An edge mill typically consists of grinding the old bituminous surface along the outer 8 feet of the street. This helps establish a uniform cross-section, especially in instances where the crown in the street is relatively flat. A full width mill, or resurfacing, is necessary when the upper surface layer of a pavement has deteriorated considerably. Significant surface pavement distresses and more extensive “thermal” cracking need to be removed and/or repaired with a full width and uniform depth milling process. Both edge mills and full-width mills are typically 1.5 to 2 inches thick, but can vary on a project by project basis. Milling creates an even surface to ensure a uniform overall thickness for the new overlay. An asphalt overlay of 1.5 to 2 inches over the entire pavement width forms a 78 9 smooth crown, renews the street surface, restores structural capacity and proper drainage, and extends the life cycle of the original pavement up to 15 years. A full depth mill can be used on a street that has already been reconstructed with a good base section, but the pavement has deteriorated to a point where seal coating or a standard mill and overlay is not effective. A pavement section with significant cracking will end up reflecting through the new pavement. The full depth of the pavement is ground up and removed. This process may also involve some subgrade soil corrections and some removal of aggregate base, if it has been contaminated or is sub-standard. The street is paved with the same thickness of new asphalt. This can extend the life cycle of the original pavement between 15 and 20 years. Pavement can also be reclaimed, where approximately 8 to 10 inches of the existing asphalt and base are ground up in place. This forms a new more stable base without adding new material. The road is then paved with new asphalt. This is only recommended where there is not sufficient existing road base to provide the needed pavement structure. When there is curb and gutter on the road, material would need to be removed to ensure that the road elevation is consistent with the gutter once the new pavement thickness is added. This can extend the life cycle of the original pavement up to 20 years. Mill and overlay is recommended for street segments in the Marginal Category. We have put together a Capital Improvement Program map showing the projects recommended in the next 5 years. This program consists of Crack Seal and mill and overlay projects. These costs include engineering at 15% of the estimated construction cost. 5-Year Capital Improvement Program Estimated Costs Year Crack Sealing Cost Mill and Overlay Cost Reclaim Cost Total Cost 2022 $25,000 $25,000 2023 $605,000 $472,000 2024 $85,000 2025 $1,412,000 2026 79 Table 1: Street Segments in Alphabetical Order # Street From To Map ID PCI Surface Type Func Class Length Area Weighte 1 Albert Street Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 1001 88 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.34 2 Albert Street Iowa Avenue Idaho Avenue 1003 86 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.33 3 Albert Street Idaho Avenue California Avenue 1002 87 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.34 4 Albert Street California Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1000 92 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.36 5 Albert Street Larpenteur Avenue Garden Avenue 1004 100 AC Collector 1,300 40,300 1.68 6 Albert Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1005 19 AC Local 600 16,800 0.14 7 Alley North of California Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1007 60 AC Alley 590 8,850 0.22 8 Alley North of California Ave Pascal Street Albert Street 1008 66 AC Alley 635 9,525 0.26 9 Alley North of California Ave Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1006 93 AC Alley 585 8,190 0.32 10 Alley North of Hollywood Court Hollywood Court Snelling Avenue West Frontage Road 1009 55 AC Alley 740 11,100 0.26 11 Alley North of Hoyt Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1011 28 AC Alley 590 8,850 0.10 12 Alley North of Hoyt Ave Pascal Street Albert Street 1013 29 AC Alley 635 9,525 0.11 13 Alley North of Hoyt Ave Albert Street Alley West of Hamline Avenue 1010 4 AC Alley 465 6,975 0.01 14 Alley North of Idaho Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1015 52 AC Alley 590 8,850 0.19 15 Alley North of Idaho Ave Pascal Street Albert Street 1016 67 AC Alley 635 9,525 0.27 16 Alley North of Idaho Ave Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1014 12 AC Alley 585 8,775 0.04 17 Alley North of Iowa Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1018 67 AC Alley 590 9,440 0.26 18 Alley North of Iowa Ave Pascal Street Albert Street 1019 11 AC Alley 635 9,525 0.04 19 Alley North of Iowa Ave Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1017 24 AC Alley 585 8,775 0.09 20 Alley North of Larpenteur Ave Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Arona Street 1021 100 PCC Alley 350 5,250 0.22 21 Alley North of Larpenteur Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1020 32 AC Alley 655 9,825 0.13 22 Alley South of Hollywood Court Hollywood Court Snelling Avenue West Frontage Road 1022 57 AC Alley 740 11,100 0.26 23 Alley West of Hamline Ave Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 4 AC Alley 300 4,800 0.01 24 Arona Street Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 1026 94 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.36 25 Arona Street Iowa Avenue Idaho Avenue 1028 94 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.37 26 Arona Street Idaho Avenue California Avenue 1027 92 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.36 27 Arona Street California Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1023 92 AC Collector 320 12,160 0.47 28 Arona Street Larpenteur Avenue Crawford Avenue 1029 93 AC Collector 350 13,300 0.52 29 Arona Street Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1024 99 AC Collector 940 30,080 1.24 30 Arona Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1025 96 AC Collector 660 20,460 0.82 31 Arona Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1030 97 AC Collector 660 20,460 0.82 32 Asbury Street Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1031 98 AC Local 940 26,320 1.08 33 Asbury Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1032 96 AC Local 660 18,480 0.74 34 Asbury Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1033 96 AC Local 660 18,480 0.74 35 Autumn Street Roselawn Avenue Prior Avenue 1034 69 AC Local 900 25,200 0.73 36 Burton Street Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1035 99 AC Local 490 11,270 0.47 37 California Avenue Arona Street Pascal Street 1037 26 AC Local 660 19,800 0.22 38 California Avenue Pascal Street Albert Street 1038 24 AC Local 660 18,480 0.19 39 California Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1036 32 AC Local 660 18,480 0.24 40 Coffman Street Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1040 93 AC Local 500 14,000 0.54 41 Coffman Street Folwell Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1039 98 AC Local 480 13,440 0.55 42 Crawford Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Asbury Street 1044 91 AC Collector 260 9,620 0.37 43 Crawford Avenue Asbury Street Arona Street 1042 87 AC Collector 315 11,655 0.42 44 Crawford Avenue Arona Street Simpson Street 1041 94 AC Local 330 9,240 0.36 45 Crawford Avenue Simpson Street Pascal Street 1043 96 AC Local 325 9,100 0.37 46 Folwell Avenue Fulham Street Vincent Avenue 1048 100 AC Local 430 10,320 0.43 47 Folwell Avenue Vincent Avenue Northrup Avenue 1050 95 AC Local 325 7,800 0.31 48 Folwell Avenue Northrup Avenue Burton Street 1049 98 AC Local 370 8,880 0.36 49 Folwell Avenue Burton Street Coffman Avenue 1045 88 AC Local 185 4,440 0.16 50 Folwell Avenue Coffman Street Ford Street 1046 100 AC Local 540 12,960 0.54 51 Folwell Avenue Ford Street Hoyt Avenue 1047 100 AC Local 750 18,000 0.75 52 Fry Street Larpenteur Avenue Maple Knoll Drive 1051 97 AC Local 1,240 34,720 1.41 53 Fry Street Maple Knoll Drive Garden Avenue 1052 53 AC Local 245 6,860 0.15 54 Fulham Street Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1134 65 AC Local 437 12,236 0.33 55 Garden Avenue Fry Street Maple Knoll Drive 1056 66 AC Collector 780 21,060 0.58 56 Garden Avenue Maple Knoll Drive Snelling Avenue West Frontage Road 1058 79 AC Collector 130 3,510 0.12 57 Garden Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Asbury Street 1062 20 AC Collector 260 8,580 0.07 58 Garden Avenue Asbury Street Arona Street 1055 6 AC Collector 315 10,395 0.03 59 Garden Avenue Arona Street Simpson Street 1054 26 AC Collector 330 10,890 0.12 60 Garden Avenue Simpson Street Pascal Street 1061 16 AC Collector 325 10,725 0.07 61 Garden Avenue Pascal Street Holton Street 1060 37 AC Collector 325 10,725 0.17 62 Garden Avenue Holton Street Albert Street 1057 11 AC Collector 335 11,055 0.05 63 Garden Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1053 25 AC Collector 660 21,780 0.22 64 Garden Avenue Moore Avenue Howell Avenue 1059 1 AC Collector 525 14,700 0.00 65 Hamline Avenue Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 1063 92 AC Collector 327 14,388 0.55 66 Hamline Avenue Iowa Avenue Idaho Avenue 1064 89 AC Collector 325 14,300 0.53 67 Hamline Avenue Idaho Avenue California Avenue 1065 93 AC Collector 317 13,948 0.54 68 Hamline Avenue California Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1066 93 AC Collector 300 13,200 0.51 69 Hollywood Court Snelling Avenue West Frontage Road Alleys 1067 93 AC Local 600 13,200 0.51 70 Holton Street Larpenteur Avenue Garden Avenue 1069 28 AC Local 1,300 36,400 0.42 71 Holton Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1068 29 AC Local 660 18,480 0.22 72 Holton Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1070 24 AC Local 660 18,480 0.19 73 Howell Avenue Garden Avenue Prior Avenue 1082 15 AC Local 320 8,960 0.06 74 Howell Avenue Prior Avenue Summer Street 1083 17 AC Local 430 12,040 0.08 75 Hoyt Avenue Fulham Street Vincent Avenue 1071 15 AC Collector 484 14,520 0.09 76 Hoyt Avenue Vincent Avenue Northrup Avenue 1072 55 AC Collector 331 9,930 0.23 77 Hoyt Avenue Northrup Avenue Burton Street 1073 12 AC Collector 348 10,440 0.05 78 Hoyt Avenue Burton Street Coffman Avenue 1074 22 AC Collector 128 3,840 0.04 79 Hoyt Avenue Coffman Street Ford Street 1075 12 AC Collector 480 14,400 0.07 80 Hoyt Avenue Ford Street Folwell Avenue 1076 42 AC Collector 534 16,020 0.28 81 Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue Cleveland 1077 47 AC Collector 304 9,120 0.18 82 Hoyt Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Arona Street 1078 93 AC Collector 521 16,672 0.65 83 Hoyt Avenue Arona Street Pascal Street 1079 90 AC Collector 659 21,088 0.80 84 Hoyt Avenue Pascal Street Albert Street 1080 91 AC Collector 664 21,248 0.81 85 Hoyt Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1081 92 AC Collector 636 20,352 0.78 86 Idaho Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Arona Street 1087 24 AC Local 660 19,140 0.20 87 Idaho Avenue Arona Street Pascal Street 1085 27 AC Local 660 19,140 0.21 88 Idaho Avenue Pascal Street Albert Street 1086 51 AC Local 660 19,800 0.42 89 Idaho Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1084 6 AC Local 660 19,140 0.05 90 Iowa Avenue Dead End Arona Street 1090 75 AC Local 360 11,160 0.35 91 Iowa Avenue Arona Street Pascal Street 1089 46 AC Local 660 18,480 0.36 92 Iowa Avenue Pascal Street Albert Street 1091 31 AC Local 660 18,480 0.24 93 Iowa Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1088 22 AC Local 660 18,480 0.17 94 Lindig Street Larpenteur Avenue Dead End 1092 99 AC Local 1,460 40,880 1.68 95 Maple Knoll Drive Fry Street St. Mary's Avenue 1093 43 AC Local 340 9,180 0.17 96 Maple Knoll Drive St. Mary's Street Garden Avenue 1094 49 AC Local 400 10,800 0.22 97 Moore Avenue Garden Avenue Summer Street 1095 18 AC Local 760 21,280 0.16 98 Northrup Avenue Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1096 97 AC Local 480 11,520 0.47 99 Pascal Street Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 1100 89 AC Local 320 9,280 0.34 100 Pascal Street Iowa Avenue Idaho Avenue 1102 93 AC Local 320 9,280 0.36 101 Pascal Street Idaho Avenue California Avenue 1101 90 AC Local 320 9,280 0.35 102 Pascal Street California Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1097 89 AC Local 320 9,280 0.35 103 Pascal Street Larpenteur Avenue Crawford Avenue 1103 98 AC Local 350 9,800 0.40 104 Pascal Street Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1098 98 AC Local 940 26,320 1.07 105 Pascal Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1099 100 AC Local 660 18,480 0.77 106 Pascal Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1104 99 AC Local 660 18,480 0.77 107 Prior Avenue Howell Avenue Summer Street 1106 22 AC Local 700 19,600 0.18 108 Prior Avenue Summer Street Autumn Street 1108 65 AC Local 275 7,700 0.21 109 Prior Avenue Autumn Street Roselawn Avenue 1105 60 AC Local 240 6,720 0.17 110 Prior Avenue Larpenteur Avenue Dead End 1107 43 AC Local 830 31,540 0.57 111 Roselawn Avenue Fulham Street Midland Hills Road 1135 60 AC Delam-Potential 507 16,731 0.42 112 Roselawn Avenue Midland Hills Road Rosedale Drive 1136 72 AC Delam-Potential 515 16,995 0.51 113 Roselawn Avenue Rosedale Drive Westwood Circle 1137 73 AC Delam-Potential 475 15,675 0.48 114 Roselawn Avenue Westwood Circle Hythe Street 1138 75 AC Delam-Potential 336 11,088 0.35 115 Roselawn Avenue Hythe Street Cleveland Avenue 1139 73 AC Delam-Potential 812 26,796 0.81 116 Roselawn Avenue Autumn Place Prior Avenue 1141 72 AC Delam-Potential 523 17,259 0.52 117 Roselawn Avenue Cleveland Avenue Autumn Place 1140 74 AC Delam-Potential 809 26,697 0.83 118 Roselawn Avenue Prior Avenue Tatum Street 1142 69 AC Local 430 14,190 0.41 119 Roselawn Avenue Tatum Street Fairview Avenue 1143 79 AC Delam-Potential 809 26,697 0.88 120 Roselawn Avenue Fairview Avenue Mid Oaks Lane (west) 1144 95 AC Collector 1,477 66,465 2.63 121 Roselawn Avenue Mid Oaks Lane (west) Mid Oaks Road 1145 94 AC Collector 360 11,880 0.47 122 Roselawn Avenue Mid Oaks Road Mid Oaks Lane (east) 1146 94 AC Collector 350 11,550 0.45 123 Roselawn Avenue Mid Oaks Lane (east) Snelling Avenue 1147 95 AC Collector 430 14,190 0.56 124 Roselawn Avenue Snelling Avenue Asbury Street 1148 85 AC Collector 419 14,665 0.52 125 Roselawn Avenue Asbury Street Arona Street 1149 82 AC Collector 368 12,880 0.44 126 Roselawn Avenue Arona Street Simpson Street 1150 20 AC Collector 168 5,880 0.05 127 Roselawn Avenue Simpson Street Hamline Avenue 1151 22 AC Local 1,485 51,975 0.48 128 Ruggles Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Asbury Street 1115 99 AC Local 260 7,540 0.31 129 Ruggles Avenue Asbury Street Arona Street 1111 97 AC Local 315 9,135 0.37 130 Ruggles Avenue Arona Street Simpson Street 1110 98 AC Local 330 9,570 0.39 131 Ruggles Avenue Simpson Street Pascal Street 1114 100 AC Local 325 9,425 0.39 132 Ruggles Avenue Holton Street Albert Street 1112 20 AC Local 330 9,570 0.08 133 Ruggles Avenue Albert Street Sheldon Street 1109 20 AC Local 325 9,425 0.08 134 Ruggles Avenue Sheldon Street Hamline Avenue 1113 23 AC Local 345 10,005 0.10 135 Sheldon Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1116 1 AC Local 660 19,140 0.00 136 Simpson Street Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1117 100 AC Local 940 26,320 1.10 137 Simpson Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1118 98 AC Local 660 18,480 0.76 138 Simpson Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1119 99 AC Local 660 18,480 0.77 139 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1120 94 AC Local 960 23,040 0.91 140 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1121 97 AC Local 660 15,840 0.64 141 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1124 98 AC Local 660 15,840 0.65 142 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Hoyt Avenue Dead End 1122 89 AC Local 645 20,640 0.77 143 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Idaho Avenue Dead End 1123 100 AC Local 600 15,600 0.65 144 Snelling Avenue West Frontage Larpenteur Avenue Garden Avenue 1128 97 AC Local 1,280 30,720 1.24 145 Snelling Avenue West Frontage Garden Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1125 95 AC Local 1,310 31,440 1.24 146 Snelling Avenue West Frontage Hoyt Avenue Hollywood Court 1127 95 AC Local 820 19,680 0.78 147 Snelling Avenue West Frontage Hollywood Court Dead End 1126 20 AC Local 420 10,080 0.09 148 St. Mary's Street Larpenteur Avenue Maple Knoll Drive 1129 98 AC Local 1,240 34,720 1.42 149 Summer Street Moore Avenue Prior Avenue 1130 27 AC Local 320 8,960 0.10 150 Summer Street Prior Avenue Howell Avenue 1131 9 AC Local 320 8,960 0.04 151 Tatum Street Larpenteur Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1132 97 AC Local 2,650 74,200 3.00 152 Vincent Avenue Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1133 97 AC Local 470 10,810 0.44 Total Area of Streets 2,394,100 69 <-- Weighted Average PCI 80 GoodPointe Technology, LLC Page 1 of 2 April 11, 2025 GoodPointe Technology, LLC 287 E. 6th Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55101 TASK 1. ASTM PCI PAVEMENT CONDITION SURVEY Proposed Scope of Services Under this task, GoodPointe will provide PCI data collection services for approximately 14 miles of selected roadways under the jurisdiction of the City of Falcon Heights. The surface condition assessment for this project will be based upon the standard survey condition methodology as defined in the ASTM 6433-23, by the American Society for Testing and Materials. The assessment will provide a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) for each pavement section defined in this project based upon a 100% surface area survey. Scope includes data entry and calculation of ASTM PCI using ICON SaaS. Project Deliverable PCI Survey Results MS Excel spreadsheet (PCI, Survey Date, MapID) Project Schedule A project schedule will be provided based upon the extent of the project and the notice to proceed date for the project. Source Data Required for this Project: 1) ESRI Shapefile Map (WGS84 format) with linear map features of pavements to be evaluated 2) Tabular (e.g. XLS) file of the indicating: a. Street name b. From street (limits) c. To street (limits) d. GIS Map ID e. Length (measured in linear feet) f. Surface Area (measured in square feet) g. Surface Type (AC, PCC, etc.) h. Latest Structural Project (e.g. Overlay, Reconstruction) i. Date of Latest Structural project (e.g. 6/1/2021) j. Latest Non-Structural Project (e.g. Seal coat) k. Date of Latest Non-Structural Project (e.g. 6/1/2021) Proposed Cost: $5,500.00 (Not-to-exceed) 81 GoodPointe Technology LLC April 11, 2025 City of Falcon Heights, MN GoodPointe Technology, LLC Page 2 of 2 Project Authorization Signature Page: Please sign, scan and return to tkadlec@goodpointe.com RE: 2025 PCI Pavement Condition Survey of Falcon Heights Roadway Network. Estimated Costs This cost estimate is based on providing the services described under the Scope of Services, and Proposed Cost Schedule dated April 11, 2025, for the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota. This cost estimate will not be exceeded without the additional authorization from the City. The hourly or unit cost presented in this contract is based on the scope of services described and the assumption that the project will be completed within one year from the signature date. If the project cannot be completed within the proposed schedule due to circumstances beyond our control, revising the unit costs may be required for completion of the remaining tasks. Invoices will be submitted on a monthly basis in accordance with the progress achieved in this project. Terms on payment for services are due immediately upon receipt. Authorization to Proceed: Please proceed according to the described scope of services denoted in Exhibit A.1 Total Authorized Budget: $5,500.00 Date Client City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota Authorized Signature Name Title Date April 11, 2025 Authorized Signature Anthony J. Kadlec, President GoodPointe Technology, LLC 287 E. 6th Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55101 USA 82 BLANK PAGE 83 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION (RCA) City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approval of Final Community Park Plans and Authorize Release of Bids Description Overview Staff and project manager WSB are requesting that the City Council approve the final plans for Community Park and authorize the release of bids for park construction. Bids will be handled by WSB and will be due on May 21st, at which point final pricing will be determined. WSB will then package the bids for approval at a following City Council meeting to begin demolition of current park amenities and construction of the new park, which remains on track for substantial completion in late 2025. Background At the February 12th City Council meeting, the City Council authorized the approval of the 50% plan set for Community Park. Since that approval, staff and our consultant, WSB, have been working to finalize plans for bid. The site plans as presented were developed using the core principles of: A) Keep costs low while improving park amenities. B) Protect and preserve healthy trees whenever possible, and replace if not C) Preserve and leave alone features that work well, such as the tennis courts, community garden, ball fields and other areas, while improving areas in need of repair. This includes removing the existing condemned park building, replacing the non-ADA compliant playground, and adding a small splashpad to improve park amenities. The final plans accomplish these goals. In regards to tree preservation, the plans minimize the removal of trees, and propose the planting of new trees to replace them. The proposed trees in the plans are placeholders, as the Environment Commission has requested a chance to review the plans. At the March 12th meeting, the City approved the purchase of a pre-fabricated park restroom and shelter building with Cedar Forest Products. Separate of this request will be a request to approve releasing a bid for a contractor to build and install the Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item H1 Attachment(s) See below Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 84 shelter/restroom structure. Additionally, the splash pad and playground will be contracted separately. Next Steps Following approval of plans by the City Council and authorization of the release of bids, WSB will solicit bids following state procurement policies and bid the contract. Once a low bidder is determined, a proposed contract will be brought to the City Council for final approval. The order for the restroom/shelter building has been placed, so most of the work will include demolition and sitework to prepare for the installation of the building, playground, splash pad, stormwater basin, and parking lot resurfacing. Budget Impact The total amount budgeted for this project was $3.5 million in the 2025 Annual Budget. It was estimated that $2 million would come from cash-on-hand, and the City would bond for the additional $1.5 million needed to fund this project. The current final estimate is that the total project will come in near $2.47 million. The City has a grant application in for $350 thousand in support from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), which would help offset some of the proposed indirect costs to install rubber surfacing of the playground, add shade structures and build ornamental fencing. As this grant award will not be determined until July, and contracts related to the playground cannot begin until after grant agreements are completed in early Fall. To accommodate this timeline, all work relating to the playground is being bid as bid alternates, with the goal that we can award these after we know the status of the DNR grant. Attachment(s) • WSB Site Plans • Updated Budget Estimate • Resolution 25-36 Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the City Council approve Resolution 25-36 Approving the Final Site Plans and Authorizing Release of Bids for the Community Park Renovation Project 85 OH OH OH OH E 6" 12" 6" 6" 9" 12" 12" 10" 12" 12" 13" 6" 10" 13" 13" 8" 10" 10" 11" 13" 10"15" 16" 12" 13" NO PARKING NO PARKING 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK WITH THICKENED EDGE, SEE DETAIL BITUMINOUS TRAIL, SEE DETAIL SPLASH PAD, BY OTHERS & COORDINATE AS REQUIRED, SEE SPECS LANDSCAPE BED, SEE PLANTING PLAN SHADE SAIL, SEE SPECS PICNIC TABLES (TYP), SEE SPECS BENCH (TYP), SEE SPECS PICNIC TABLES, SEE SPECS BIKE RACK, SEE SPECS CEDAR FOREST BUILDING AND SHELTER, SEE SPECS TRASH AND RECYCLING RECEPTACLES, SEE SPECS TRASH AND RECYCLING RECEPTACLES, SEE SPECS ADA SIGNAGE, SEE DETAIL 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK WITH LIGHT BROOM FINISH, SEE DETAIL 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK WITH LIGHT BROOM FINISH, SEE DETAIL FUTURE EV CHARGING STATION, SEE ELECTRICAL PLANS FOR CONDUIT LOCATIONS 13'-7" 40'-0" 32'-0" 2'-0" 5'-0" 16'-0" 43'-5" R54' R8' R86'-8" R8'-0" 17'-8" 10'-0" 23'-8" R30'-0" R2'-0" R2'-6" R27'-0" R17'-0" R22'-0" R3'-0" R10'-0" R10'-0" 39'-0" 8'-0" 15'-9" 46'-6" 9'-2" 53'-10" 8'-0" 41'-10" 56'-3" 18'-1" 9'-6" 24'-2" 51'-4" 47'-10" 12'-9" 2'-2" 16'-0"14'-3" 5'-3" 13'-4" 3'-0" 22'-1" 13'-0" 23'-3" 8'-2" CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK, SEE DETAIL LANDSCAPE BED, SEE PLANTING PLAN 6'-0" D2 CURB & GUTTER (BID ALT) TAPER ALL D2 CURBS FROM 2" TO 0" OVER 3'-0" (TYP) K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - LAYOUT PLAN .dwg4/18/2025 10:24:17 AM SPLASH PAD ENLARGEMENT PLAN L3.1 AS SHOWN KMP RAS N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 10 20 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 SPLASH PAD ENLARGEMENT1 L3.1 5 1 L6.1 5 L6.1 LEGEND LAYOUT CONTROL POINT BITUMINOUS DRIVE PAVEMENT CENTERLINE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE 6 L6.0 8 L6.1 1 L6.1 KMP 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK 6" THICK CONCRETE WALK CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK BITUMINOUS TRAIL 1 L6.2 86 OH OH OH OH OH E 6" 5" 10" 12" 8" 10" 10" 11" 13" 10"15" 16" 12" 4' WIDE ENTRANCE GATE, SEE DETAIL 4" CONCRETE WALK, SEE DETAIL CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK, SEE DETAIL PLAY CURB (ALT BID #1), SEE DETAIL PICNIC TABLES (TYP), SEE SPECS FENCING, SEE DETAIL SHADE SAIL (TYP), SEE SPECS SHADE SAIL (TYP), SEE SPECS BENCH (TYP), SEE SPECS PICNIC TABLES (TYP), SEE SPECS TRASH RECEPTACLE / RECYCLING (TYP), SEE SPECS 4' WIDE ENTRANCE GATE, SEE DETAIL 42'-5" 34'-1" 69'-8" 15'-9" 46'-2" 56'-5" 8'-0"142'-1" 90'-5" 74'-7" 9'-5" 135° 135° 90° 122° 121° 90° 90° 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK WITH THICKENED EDGE, SEE DETAIL R5'-0" CONNECT TO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK 4" THICK CONCRETE PAD (TYP), SEE DETAIL FENCE MAINTENANCE STRIP (ALT BID #2), SEE DETAIL K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - LAYOUT PLAN .dwg4/18/2025 10:24:37 AM PLAYGROUND ENLARGEMENT L3.2 AS SHOWN KMP RASKMP N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 10 20 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 PLAYGROUND ENLARGEMENT (ALT BID)2 L3.1 5 6 L6.2 6 L6.2 1 L6.2 2 L6.1 PLAY EQUIPMENT BY OTHERS (USE FOR REFERENCE ONLY) LEGEND LAYOUT CONTROL POINT BITUMINOUS DRIVE PAVEMENT CENTERLINE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE 6 L6.0 6 L6.2 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK 6" THICK CONCRETE WALK CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK BITUMINOUS TRAIL 1 L6.1 1 L6.1 2 L6.1 87 E G G G G G G G G OH OH OH OH OH OHOHOHOHOHOH OH E 10000 983.76 1002A GPS HH HH HH HH S RIM: 988.47 981.77 NINV: 981.77 SIIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: 20" 6" 4" 10" 6" 4" 25" 7" 11" E 6" 5" 7" 8" 3"7" 15" 6" 13" 3"13" TNH ELEV: 991.04 S RIM: 987.74 E981.19INV: SW981.39IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: S RIM: 986.90 W978.48IIIIIINNNNNNVVVVVV:::::: TNH ELEV: 989.36 S RIM: 984.91 W976.46INV: E976.56IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: HHHH HHE 7" 6" 6" 6" 6" 7" 7" 7" 7" 15"12"6" 6" 9" 6"7" 7" 10" 14" 13" 12" 14" 10" 11" 11" 9" 8" 4" 12" 12" 10" 12" 12" 13" 6" 10" 13" 13" 6" 12" 14" 12" 27" 5" 8" 10" 10" 11" 13" 10"15" 16" 12" 13" 13" 5" 5"5" NO PARKING 0 1 0 1 2 2 L6.1 NO PARKING 0 1 0 1 2 4 L6.13 L6.1 R12'-0" 1 L6.2 1 L6.2 50'-0" EXISTING TENNIS COURTS TO REMAIN CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK, SEE DETAIL BITUMINOUS DRIVE, SEE DETAIL TIE INTO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK REPLACE CURB AND GUTTER REPLACE ROAD PAVEMENT, SEE DETAIL 6" CONCRETE WALK (TYP) STORMWATER POND, SEE UTILITY PLANS BITUMINOUS TRAIL (TYP), SEE DETAIL TIE INTO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK TIE INTO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK DELINEATED WETLAND BITUMINOUS TRAIL, SEE DETAIL TIE INTO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK EXISTING GARDEN TO REMAIN 9'-0" 10'-10" CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK (TYP), SEE DETAIL YARD HYDRANT, VERIFY LOCATION, SEE DETAIL CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK (TYP), SEE DETAIL 17'-0" 16'-0" 17'-0" 8'-0" 7 L6.0 REINSTALL PARK ENTRANCE AND FITNESS COURSE SIGN REINSTALL MONUMENT SIGN, VERIFY LOCATION NEW "DO NOT ENTER" SIGN, SEE DETAIL 6 L6.1 ADA STRIPING, SEE DETAIL NEW "STOP" SIGN, SEE DETAIL 5 L6.1 75'-3" 83'-7" R40'-0" 18'-9" 5'-0" R24'-7" R36'-0" 14'-8" 315'-5" 7 L6.1 362'-8" 18'-9" 37'-8" R11'-0" R19'-0" R11'-0" 8'-0" 6'-0" 27'-11" 32'-4" 8'-0" 8'-0" 30'-10" 4" CONCRETE PAD (TYP) 8'-0" BITUMINOUS WALK (TYP) X L6.1 FULL DEPTH BITUMINOUS DRIVE PAVEMENT D2 CURB & GUTTER (BID ALT), SEE DETAIL NEW CURB & GUTTER TAPER FROM 6" TO 0" OVER 8'-0" B612 CURB & GUTTER, SEE DETAIL X L6.1 6 L6.1 NEW "ONE WAY ONLY" SIGN, SEE DETAIL RE-STRIPE SHOULDERS AND CENTER LIENS K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - LAYOUT PLAN .dwg4/17/2025 10:11:40 AM OVERALL LAYOUT PLAN L3.0 AS SHOWN KMP RASKMP LEGEND LAYOUT CONTROL POINT BITUMINOUS DRIVE PAVEMENT CENTERLINE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK 6" THICK CONCRETE WALK CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE PLAYGROUND ENLARGEMENT, SEE L3.2 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 30 60OVERALL LAYOUT1 L3.0 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 SPLASH PAD ENLARGEMENT, SEE L3.1 1 L6.2 BITUMINOUS TRAIL 7 L6.1 88 E G G G G G G G G E 10000 983.76 1002A GPS 10001 980.44 treeline B 10002 982.38 treeline 10008 982.72 treeline 10009 982.59 treeline 10010 982.77 treeline 10011 983.36 treeline 10012 983.90 treeline 10013 983.76 treeline 10014 984.14 treeline 10015 982.99 treeline 10016 981.51 treeline 10017 981.63 treeline E ST RIM: 983.55 N 12 RCP979.95INV: W979.95IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: HH HH HH HH S RIM: 988.47 N981.77INV: 981.77 SIIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: 20" 6" 4" 10" 6" 4" 25" 7" 11" E 6" 5" 7" 8" 3"7" 15" 6" 13" 3" 12" 13" ST RIM: 984.07 E 15 RCP980.07INV: W 15 RCP980.07IIIIINNNNNV VVVV::::: ST RIM: 986.02 W 15 RCP981.08INV: N 15 RCP981.28IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: TNH ELEV: 991.04 S RIM: 987.74 E981.19INV: SW981.39IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: S RIM: 986.90 978.48 WIIIIIINNNNNNVVVVVV:::::: ST RIM: 985.95 S 15 RCP981.55IIIIIINNNNNNVVVVVV:::::: TNH ELEV: 989.36 S RIM: 984.91 W976.46INV: E976.56IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: HHHH HHE 7" 6" 6" 6" 6" 7" 7" 7" 7" 15"12" FDC 6" 6" 9" 6"7" 7" 10" 14" 13" 12" 14" 10" 11" 11" 9" 8" 4" 12" 12" 10" 12" 12" 13" 6" 10" 13" 13" 6" 12" 14" 12" 27" 5" 8" 10" 10" 11" 13" 10"15" 16" 12" 13" 13" 5" 5"5" TYPE I SEED MIX, SEE SPECS TYPE II SEED MIX, SEE SPECS Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 2 Northern Acclaim® Honey Locust 2" Cal B&B 3 Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 2 Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 1 Northern Acclaim® Honey Locust 2" Cal B&B 1 Autumn Brilliance Apple Serviceberry 1.5" Cal B&B 1 Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 3 Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 1 INSTALL 5 CY CL III RIPRAP AND 20 SY GEOTEXTILE FILTER TYPE 4 INSTALL 4 CY CL III RIPRRAP AND 20 SY GEOTEXTILE FILTER TYPE 4 Autumn Blaze® Freeman Maple 2" Cal B&B 5 Autumn Blaze® Freeman Maple 2" Cal B&B 1 K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - PLNT PLAN .dwg4/17/2025 10:06:34 AM OVERALL PLANTING PLAN L5.0 AS SHOWN KMP RASKMP N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 30 60 LEGEND TYPE I SEED MIX PROPOSED CONTOUR 965 EXISTING CONTOUR EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS TYPE II SEED MIX - STORM BASIN FOR PLANTING ENLARGEMENT, SEE 1 / L5.2 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 89 FDC 12" Prairie Dropseed #1 CONT. 7 PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower #1 CONT. 5 Prairie Dropseed #1 CONT. 7 Mesa Yellow Blanketflower #1 CONT. 3 Purple Coneflower #1 CONT. 5 Black-Eyed Susan #1 CONT. 5 Prairie Dropseed #1 CONT. 10 Northern Acclaim® Honey Locust 2" Cal B&B 1 Mesa Yellow Blanketflower #1 CONT. 3 Northern Acclaim® Honey Locust 2" Cal B&B 1 Prairie Dropseed #1 CONT. 8 Walker`s Low Catmint #1 CONT. 5 Black-Eyed Susan #1 CONT. 3 Autumn Brilliance Apple Serviceberry 1.5" Cal B&B 1 Autumn Brilliance Apple Serviceberry 1.5" Cal B&B 1 East Friesland Meadow Sage #1 CONT. 9 Mesa Yellow Blanketflower #1 CONT. 3 Walker`s Low Catmint #1 CONT. 6 SYMBOL QTY BOTANICAL / COMMON NAME CONT TREES 6 ACER X FREEMANII 'JEFFERSRED' / AUTUMN BLAZE® FREEMAN MAPLE 2" CAL B&B 6 GLEDITSIA TRIACANTHOS INERMIS `HARVE` / NORTHERN ACCLAIM® HONEY LOCUST 2" CAL B&B 9 QUERCUS BICOLOR / SWAMP WHITE OAK 2" CAL B&B ORNAMENTAL TREES 3 AMELANCHIER X GRANDIFLORA `AUTUMN BRILLIANCE` / AUTUMN BRILLIANCE APPLE SERVICEBERRY 1.5" CAL B&B SYMBOL QTY BOTANICAL / COMMON NAME SIZE PERENNIAL 5 ECHINACEA PURPUREA / PURPLE CONEFLOWER #1 CONT. 5 ECHINACEA PURPUREA `PAS702917` TM / POWWOW WILD BERRY CONEFLOWER #1 CONT. 9 GAILLARDIA X GRANDIFLORA 'MESA YELLOW' / MESA YELLOW BLANKETFLOWER #1 CONT. 11 NEPETA X FAASSENII `WALKER`S LOW` / WALKER`S LOW CATMINT #1 CONT. 8 RUDBECKIA FULGIDA `GOLDSTRUM` / BLACK-EYED SUSAN #1 CONT. 9 SALVIA NEMOROSA 'EAST FRIESLAND' / EAST FRIESLAND MEADOW SAGE #1 CONT. GRASSES / SEDGE 32 SPOROBOLUS HETEROLEPIS / PRAIRIE DROPSEED #1 CONT. PLANT SCHEDULE K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - PLNT PLAN .dwg4/17/2025 10:06:44 AM LANDSCAPE ENLARGEMENTS L5.1 AS SHOWN KMP RASKMP LANDSCAPE ENLARGEMENTS1 L5.1 N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 4 821 LEGEND TYPE I SEED MIX PROPOSED CONTOUR 965 EXISTING CONTOUR EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 TYPE II SEED MIX - STORM BASIN LANDSCAPE SCHEDULE2 L5.1 90 No. MNDot No. Item Description Units Quantity Estimated Unit Cost Estimated Total Cost 1 2021.501 MOBILIZATION LS 1 $34,104.55 $34,104.55 2 2101.501 CLEARING AND GRUBBING LS 1 $35,000.00 $35,000.00 3 2104.501 REMOVE BUILDING LS 1 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 4 2104.501 REMOVE PLAY CONTAINER, EQUIPMENT AND SURFACING LS 1 $9,500.00 $9,500.00 5 2104.501 REMOVE EXISTING ELECTRICAL LS 1 $9,500.00 $9,500.00 6 2104.502 REMOVE DRAINAGE STRUCTURE EA 1 $2,400.00 $2,400.00 7 2104.502 REMOVE TRAFFIC SIGN EA 1 $100.00 $100.00 8 2104.502 REMOVE & RELOCATE FITNESS COURSE SIGN EA 1 $500.00 $500.00 9 2104.502 REMOVE & RELOCATE PARK MONUMENT SIGN EA 1 $500.00 $500.00 10 2104.502 REMOVE & SALVAGE FITNESS EQUIPMENT EA 1 $500.00 $500.00 11 2104.503 REMOVE CURB & GUTTER LF 85 $18.00 $1,530.00 12 2104.503 REMOVE SEWER PIPE (SANITARY) LF 320 $10.00 $3,200.00 13 2101.504 REMOVE CONCRETE PAVEMENT SY 320 $9.00 $2,880.00 14 2104.504 REMOVE BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SY 2,735 $7.00 $19,145.00 15 2104.504 REMOVE AGGREGATE PAVEMENT SY 560 $5.00 $2,800.00 16 2106.501 SITE GRADING LS 1 $85,000.00 $85,000.00 17 2108.504 GEOTEXTILE FABRIC TYPE 5 S Y 2,580 $3.00 $7,740.00 18 2123.610 STREET SWEEPER (WITH PICKUP BROOM) HOUR 10 $190.00 $1,900.00 19 2360.504 BITUMINOUS DRIVES (ON EXISTING SUBBASE) 3.5” THICK S Y 1,770 $26.00 $46,020.00 20 2360.504 BITUMINOUS DRIVES (WITH AGGREGATE BASE) 3.5” THICK S Y 480 $35.00 $16,800.00 21 2360.504 BITUMINOUS ROADWAY (WITH AGGREGATE BASE) 7” THICK S Y 130 $55.00 $7,150.00 22 2360.504 BITUMINOUS TRAILS (WITH AGGREGATE BASE) 3” THICK S Y 240 $35.00 $8,400.00 23 2451.507 COARSE FILTER AGGREGATE (CV) C Y 11 $85.00 $935.00 24 2451.607 FILTER MEDIA SPECIAL C Y 285 $40.00 $11,400.00 25 2501.502 12" RC PIPE APRON EA 2 $2,000.00 $4,000.00 26 2501.502 TRASH GUARD FOR 12" PIPE APRON EA 2 $700.00 $1,400.00 27 2502.503 4" PVC PIPE DRAIN (SOLID AND PERFORATED) L F 120 $20.00 $2,400.00 28 2502.503 6" PVC PIPE DRAIN L F 180 $25.00 $4,500.00 29 2502.503 6" PERF PE PIPE DRAIN L F 150 $25.00 $3,750.00 30 2502.602 6" PVC PIPE DRAIN CLEANOUT EA 4 $500.00 $2,000.00 31 2502.602 4" PVC PIPE DRAIN CLEANOUT EA 1 $500.00 $500.00 32 2503.602 CONNECT TO EXISTING WATERMAIN EA 1 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 33 2503.602 CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER EA 2 $1,500.00 $3,000.00 34 2503.602 CONNECT TO EXISTING SANITARY SEWER SERVICE EA 3 $1,500.00 $4,500.00 35 2503.602 SANITARY PIPE CLEANOUT EA 3 $500.00 $1,500.00 36 2503.503 12" RC PIPE SEWER DES 3006 CL V L F 100 $80.00 $8,000.00 37 2503.603 4" PVC SANITARY SERVICE PIPE L F 320 $30.00 $9,600.00 38 2504.602 1" CURB STOP AND BOX EA 1 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 Falcon Heights Community Park Improvements Falcon Heights, MN Date: April 17, 2025 | WSB #023655-000 BASE BID ITEMS 91 39 2504.602 BLOWOFF VALVE EA 2 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 40 2504.602 YARD HYDRANT EA 1 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 41 2504.603 4" WATERMAIN DUCTILE IRON CL 52 LF 75 $85.00 $6,375.00 42 2504.603 1.25" HDPE SDIR 7 LF 90 $60.00 $5,400.00 43 2504.603 2" HDPE SDIR 7 LF 65 $60.00 $3,900.00 44 2504.608 WATERMAIN FITTINGS LB 100 $30.00 $3,000.00 45 2506.502 CASTING ASSEMBLY EA 1 $1,200.00 $1,200.00 46 2506.503 CONST DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DES 72-4020 L F 4 $1,100.00 $4,400.00 47 2506.602 CONST DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN SPEC 1 EA 1 $12,000.00 $12,000.00 48 2506.602 CONST DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN SPEC 2 EA 1 $24,000.00 $24,000.00 49 2511.504 GEOTEXTILE FILTER TYPE 4 S Y 150 $4.00 $600.00 50 2511.507 GRANULAR FILTER C Y 0.6 $60.00 $36.00 51 2511.507 RANDOM RIPRAP CLASS III C Y 9 $125.00 $1,125.00 52 2521.518 4" CONCRETE PAVEMENT WITH BASE SF 7,100 $16.00 $113,600.00 53 2521.518 6" CONCRETE PAVEMENT WITH BASE SF 95 $18.00 $1,710.00 54 2521.518 CRUSHED STONE WALK SF 6,000 $8.00 $48,000.00 55 2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN B612 LF 125 $30.00 $3,750.00 56 2545.501 SITE ELECTRICAL LS 1 $50,000.00 $50,000.00 57 2564.602 SIGN PANELS TYPE SPECIAL EA 5 $200.00 $1,000.00 58 2571.502 DECIDUOUS TREE - 2.0" CAL B&B EA 21 $500.00 $10,500.00 59 2571.502 DECIDUOUS TREE - 1.5" CAL B&B EA 3 $500.00 $1,500.00 60 2571.502 PERENNIALS - NO 1 CONT EA 74 $35.00 $2,590.00 61 2573.502 STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION EXIT EA 1 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 62 2573.502 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION EA 3 $300.00 $900.00 63 2573.503 SILT FENCE, TYPE MS LF 360 $3.00 $1,080.00 64 2557.503 TREE PROTECTION FENCE LF 1,200 $2.50 $3,000.00 65 2573.503 SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TYPE WOOD FIBER LF 600 $5.00 $3,000.00 66 2574.504 EROSION CONTROL BLANKET CATEGORY 20 SY 470 $1.50 $705.00 67 2574.505 SEEDING – TYPE I SEED MIX AC 1.3 $8,000.00 $10,400.00 68 2574.505 SEEDING – TYPE II SEED MIX AC 0.1 $13,000.00 $1,300.00 69 2574.523 RAPID STABILIZATION METHOD 3 MGAL 6 $300.00 $1,800.00 70 2575.607 MULCH MATERIAL TYPE SPECIAL CY 18 $65.00 $1,170.00 71 2582.601 PAVEMENT MARKINGS LS 1 $6,500.00 $6,500.00 $716,195.55 $71,619.56 $787,815.11Total Base Bid: Contingency (10%): Subtotal: 92 No. MNDot No. Item Description Units Quantity Estimated Unit Cost Estimated Total Cost 1 2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN D212 LF 365 $30.00 $10,950.00 $10,950.00 $1,095.00 $12,045.00 No. MNDot No. Item Description Units Quantity Estimated Unit Cost Estimated Total Cost 1 2021.501 MOBILIZATION LS 1 $6,350.00 $6,350.00 2 2106.501 SITE GRADING LS 1 $3,500.00 $3,500.00 3 2525.503 CONCRETE PLAY CURB WITH BASE LF 360 $50.00 $18,000.00 4 2475.603 ORNAMENTAL FENCE DESIGN SPECIAL LF 410 $230.00 $94,300.00 5 2521.518 4" CONCRETE PAVEMENT WITH BASE SF 650 $16.00 $10,400.00 6 2574.505 SEEDING – TYPE I SEED MIX AC 0.1 $8,000.00 $800.00 $133,350.00 $13,335.00 $146,685.00 1 LS 1 $600,000.00 $600,000.00 2 LS 1 $250,000.00 $250,000.00 3 LS 1 $180,000.00 $180,000.00 4 EA 1 $115,000.00 $115,000.00 5 EA 7 $1,100.00 $7,700.00 6 EA 14 $2,000.00 $28,000.00 7 EA 5 $750.00 $3,750.00 8 EA 4 $2,500.00 $10,000.00 9 LS 1 $329,817.00 $329,817.00 $1,524,267.00 $2,470,812.11 BENCH (ESTIMATED) PICNIC TABLE (ESTIMATED) BIKE RACK (ESTIMATED) TRASH/RECYCLING RECEPTACLE (ESTIMATED) INDIRECT EXPENSES RESTROOM BUILDING / SHELTER (ESTIMATED) PLAY AREA RUBBER SURFACING ADD (ESTIMATED) WSB FEE Total Indirect Expenses: Total Project Cost: SPLASH PAD (ESTIMATED) PLAY EQUIPMENT AND EWF SURFACING (ESTIMATED) Subtotal: Contingency (10%): Total Alternate 2 Bid: ALTERNATE 1 BID ITEMS Subtotal: Contingency (10%): Total Alternate 1 Bid: ALTERNATE 2 BID ITEMS 93 1 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION April 23, 2025 No. 25-36 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL SITE PLANS AND AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF BIDS FOR THE COMMUNITY PARK RENOVATION PROJECT WHEREAS, in 2014, WSB & Associates, Inc. (“WSB”) completed a Parks Master Plan Study, which included an analysis of Community Park; and WHEREAS, the City of Falcon Heights engaged WSB in August 2023 to provide professional services related to the Community Park renovation project; and WHEREAS, the City Council approved the 50% plan set for the Community Park renovation on February 12, 2025; and WHEREAS, staff and WSB have finalized the plans for Community Park following the core principles of improving amenities while minimizing costs, preserving healthy trees wherever possible, and enhancing park features that are in need of repair; and WHEREAS, the final site plans maintain existing park amenities where feasible, propose the removal of outdated or non-compliant features, and include the addition of new facilities such as a small splash pad and ADA-compliant playground equipment; and WHEREAS, the final estimated total project cost is approximately $2.47 million; and WHEREAS, the City now desires to authorize the release of bids for construction activities related to the renovation of Community Park, including demolition, sitework, stormwater improvements, and resurfacing of the parking lot. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota: 1. The final site plans for Community Park, as prepared by WSB, are hereby approved. 2. The City Administrator, in coordination with WSB, is authorized to release bids for the Community Park renovation project consistent with the approved final site plans. 3. The City Administrator is authorized to approve minor modifications to the plans as necessary to facilitate the bidding process, provided that substantial changes shall require additional City Council approval. 4. ADOPTED this 23rd day of April, 2025, by the City Council of Falcon Heights, Minnesota. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 94 2 Moved by: Approved by: ________________________ Randall C. Gustafson Mayor GUSTAFSON ____ In Favor Attested by: ________________________ LEEHY Jack Linehan MEYER ____ Against City Administrator MIELKE WASSENBERG 95 20250418163328,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org, _Hannah B. Lynch_ hannah.b_271.eml Mayor and Council, Attached is the agenda packet for the meeting on Wednesday, April 23rd. Here is the link, if easier to open: https://www.falconheights.org/home/showpublisheddocument/5876/638805884878260707 Have a happy holiday weekend for those who celebrate, and see you next Wednesday at 7PM. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS Regular Meeting of the City Council City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue AGENDA April 23, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: B. ROLL CALL: GUSTAFSON____ LEEHY___ MEYER ___ MIELKE ____ WASSENBERG___ STAFF PRESENT: LINEHAN___ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA D. PRESENTATION 1. Presentation from Ramsey County Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey and County Manager Ling Becker E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. March 5, 2025 City Council Workshop Minutes 2. March 12, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 3. March 12, 2025 City Council Special Workshop Minutes F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: G. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. General Disbursements through 4/17/25: $70,899.84 Payroll through 4/8/25: $25,095.98 Wire Payments through 4/8/25: $16,835.65 2. Approval of City Licenses 3. Approval of Change Order with American Environmental and Budget Amendment for Sewer System Maintenance 4. Approval of Transfer of $100,000 from Fund 426 to Fund 313 5. Approval to Award Contract to GoodPointe Technology for Pavement Condition Assessment H: POLICY ITEMS: 1. Approval of Resolution 25-36 Approving the Final Site Plans and Authorizing Release of Bids for the Community Park Renovation Project I. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: J. COMMUNITY FORUM: Please limit comments to 3 minutes per person. Items brought before the Council will be referred for consideration. Council may ask questions for clarification, but no council action or discussion will be held on these items. 1 K. ADJOURNMENT: 2 BLANK PAGE 3 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Presentation from Ramsey County District 3 Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey and County Manager Ling Becker Description The Ramsey County Board is responsible for establishing county policies, goals, legislative function, appointments of officials and strategic priorities. Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey represents District 3 on the Ramsey County Board and was elected during the special election this spring. County Manager, Ling Becker, was appointed in 2024 . Commissioner McMurtrey and County Manager Becker would like to take this opportunity to introduce themselves to the City Council. Commissioner McMurtrey will present his priorities, mission and goals, which include creating more deeply affordable housing, investing in economic development, and ensuring county services are responsive to the needs of residents, and to share local updates. County Manager Becker, will present an update on the county’s recent activity. Budget Impact N/A Attachment(s) • Presentation Action(s) Requested No action is requested from the Council for this informational item. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Presentation D1 Attachment Presentation Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 4 Ramsey County District 3 5 2 Ramsey County Board • Sets the County's Vision, Mission,Values, Goals, and Strategic Priorities • Provides Oversight of the County Budget and Approvals • Responsible for Establishing County Policies, Legislative Functions, Appointments of Officials,Oversight of Land Use Planning,Social Services,Public Safety, and Infrastructure Development • Represent District 3 on County Board • Represent Ramsey County at the State and Federal Level 6 3 Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey • Falcon Heights and Saint Paul neighborhoods of Payne/Phalen, North End/South Como, Como Park, Frogtown, Hamline-Midway and St. Anthony Park 7 4 My Committee and Commission Assignments Ramsey County standing committees •Budget Committee •Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team Committee Chair •Housing and Redevelopment Authority Vice Chair •Legislative Committee •Regional Rail Authority Otherboards, committees andcommissions •County-Court Joint Committee •Greater MSP Regional Partnership •Joint Property Tax Advisory Committee •Metropolitan Emergency Services Board •Metropolitan Library Services Agency •Metropolitan Mosquito Control District •Ramsey County Dispatch / 800 MHz Subsystem Policy Committee •Ramsey County Extension Committee •Rethinking I-94 Committee • Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) • Board of Directors • District X Committee • Environment & Natural Resources Policy Committee • National Association of Counties (NACo) • Community, Economic & Workforce Development Steering Committee • Large Urban County Caucus 8 5 My Priorities as County Commissioner • Creating more deeply affordable housing • Investing in economic development • Ensuring county services are responsive to the needs of residents 9 6 County Manager Ling Becker • Immigrant family. • Early public sector career exposure – age 15. • Public – Private Partnerships. • Appreciation for city and county coordination. • Economic and Workforce Development. • Appointed County Manager September 1, 2024. • Only person of color County Manager in the state of Minnesota. 10 Ramsey County 11 8 Ramsey County Vision Mission and Goals Vision A vibrant community where all are valued and thrive. Mission A county of excellence working with you to enhance our quality of life. Goals • Strengthen individual, family and community health, safety and well-being • Cultivate economic prosperity and invest in neighborhoods with concentrated financial poverty • Enhance access to opportunity and mobility for all residents and businesses • Model fiscal accountability, transparency and strategic investments 12 9 Our Ramsey County Values Ramsey County is a welcoming, accessible, and inclusive organization. Our core values define our culture. They guide who we are as a county, our individual behaviors and operational decision making • Investing in People • Serving with Integrity • Valuing Community • Advancing Equity • Empowering Leadership at All Levels 13 10 Our Services 14 11 Service Teams Ramsey County's departments are organized into four Service Teams and a Strategic Team. 15 12 Ramsey County Strategic Priorities 16 Ramsey County Updates County Manager's Office 17 14 Ramsey County Update • County leadership transitions. • Uncertainties: • Federal Executive • State Budget • Post COVID • Pivots for businesses, residents, and government • Changing demographics • Organizational Excellence and County Responsible Services • 2026-27 Biennial Budget 18 15 One-Stop Center for Environmental Services, Education & Activities Designed to make it easier to reduce waste, repair, reuse and recycle: • Climate-controlled, covered drive-through for household hazardous waste & electronics. • Self-service household recycling, scrap metal and food scraps drop-off. • Fix-It Clinic and community education space. • Product Reuse Room with free, reusable paint, automotive products, cleaners & more. • 19 16 Opening Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget • Center developed with extensive community input and feedback. • $29.7 million county investment opening ahead of schedule and under budget. • Conveniently located from any location in Ramsey County: 1700 Kent Street off Larpenteur Avenue West, near Dale Street North in Roseville. • Built with numerous sustainability features: geothermal heat, solar panels, EV charging stations, recycled materials used in its construction and landscaping. Learn more at ramseycounty.us/EC Opening Month Activities • Earth Day Giveaways* Tues., April 22, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Open House Thur., April 24, 6 - 8 p.m. • April Fix-It Clinic Sat., April 26,10 a.m. - 1 p.m. *First 200 participants 20 17 Rice Creek Commons • Rice Creek Commons is a redevelopment of the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP), a site that has undergone extensive environmental cleanup. The JDA envisions the area as a hub for economic growth, sustainable development, and a mix of housing and commercial spaces. • The total future development value of Rice Creek Commons, a 427-acre parcel, is estimated at $1 billion. • The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners has approved an amended purchase and sale agreement with Ryan Companies for the phased development of Outlot Aat Rice Creek Commons. This agreement moves forward plans for a 10-acre commercial project on the northern portion of the 40acre site inArden Hills. 21 18 Park at RiversEdge • The Park at RiversEdge is a transformative nineacre urban park that will connect downtown Saint Paul to the Mississippi River. • This innovative project will enhance public access to a national treasure, create a dynamic community gathering space and serve as a catalyst for $800+ million in private investment. 22 19 Appropriate Response Initiative 23 20 Budget Timeline – Public Process Ongoing Gathering Feedback and Priorities from District 1 Cities, Organizations, Businesses, and Constituents Ongoing Provide Strategic Vision and Policy Direction to County Staff Based on District 1 Priorities Late August to Early September Seek Public Feedback Mid September 1) Service Team Budget Presentations to Board 2) First Public Hearing Late September Set the 2026 Tax Levy October to November Board Amends County Manager Proposed Budget November to December 1) Truth and Taxation Notice Sent 2) Truth and Taxation Public Hearing 3) County BoardLevy Votes 24 City – County Partnership 25 22 Ramsey County Community Economic Development EDA Legislation • Seeks to amend the HRA statutory language to expand authority to better support diversifying industries, communities, and emerging entrepreneurs • Legislation would not impact the formula associated with HRA levy collection; o the max levy is State mandated, and Ramsey County already has their levy set at the max limit • Cities would have the choice to opt-in to spending on EDA eligible activities • If no opt-in, the existing HRA eligible activities would remain, but you would not receive the business support services that would be created from the HRA levy change 26 23 Ramsey County Community Economic Development (cont.) Areas of need identified to strengthen thesmall business ecosystem: o Capacity building of small business support organizations to meet current and future needs. o More technical assistance/advisory services to better serve targeted geographies, communities and/or industries. o Additional flexible capital to enable greater business retention, expansion and attraction. Increases flexibility in funding business programming. o Currently General Levy supports $345,000 business programming. 27 24 Ramsey County Community Economic Development (cont.) Ramsey County Business Support Programs • Open to Business: Provides direct technical assistance and other forms of support to small businesses • CEO Next: Provides second-stage small business owners and founders with a group learning opportunity designed to enhance their ability to develop robust systems and expand both their operations and technical expertise • CEO Now: Provides early-stage small business owners and founders with a group learning opportunity designed to enhance their ability to develop robust systems and expand both their operations and technical expertise • RamseyCountyMeansBusiness.com: Provides small business owners, entrepreneurs, real estate developers, site selectors with an online portal showcasing Ramsey County's business landscape, economic and technical support services, workforce initiatives, and other business and economic development incentives/resources • Reimagination Resource Center: Provides funding to create or develop the business community organizations (BCOs) capabilities needed to deliver technical assistance to Ramsey County's Commercial Corridors. 28 Local Updates Commissioner McMurtrey 29 26 Housing • Housing Stability (ex. Kimball Court, rental assistance) • Prioritizing Deeply Affordable Housing • Stabilization and Preservation of affordable housing(ex. $5 million recently approved) • Pathways to Homeownership 30 27 Economic Development • Downtown St. Paul strategy • D3 Small Business Advisory Council • Workforce Development 31 28 D3 Public Works 2025 • Dale Street Construction • Rice Street Construction • Ongoing maintenance & repairs 32 Questions? 33 Commissioner Garrison McMurtrey Email: garrison.mcmurtrey@co.ramsey.mn.us Phone: 651-266-8378 Matt Hill, Principal Aide Email: matt.hill@co.ramsey.mn.us Phone: 651-266-9990 Beverly Hammond, Scheduler Email: Beverly.hammon@co.ramsey.mn.us Ramsey County Website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/ Subscribe to My Office Newsletter: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNRAMSEY/subsc riber/new?topic_id=MNRAMSEY_454 34 BLANK PAGE 35 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS City Council Workshop City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue MINUTES Wednesday, March 5 2025 6:30 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: 6:33 PM B. ROLL CALL: GUSTAFSON_X_ LEEHY___ Eric Meyer arrived at 7:24 PM. MIELKE_X_ WASSENBERG_X_ STAFF PRESENT: LINEHAN_X_ JOHNSON_X_ C. POLICY ITEMS: 1. Continuation or Recap of the 2025 Council Goal Setting Session Wassenberg expressed support for organizing topics into groups, suggesting that each group could be discussed during a dedicated workshop. Mielke emphasized the importance of prioritization in the process. Linehan outlined the next steps, which include a consultant review and presenting a rough draft at the April workshop. Following that, specific goals will be prioritized and assigned timelines. 2. State Fair Task Force (SFTF) Recommendation on E-Meter Street Parking Linehan summarizes that the SFTF and the City Council met in February to discuss the implementation of E-Meters. The current proposal focuses on the Northome and Northeast Quadrant Neighborhoods—areas with existing free, one-sided street parking. Streets with existing permit-only or no-parking designations would remain unchanged. A map of the proposed areas was shared. Hamline Ave. and Larpenteur are excluded due to them being county-owned roads. Falcon Woods would remain a free, unrestricted parking area except for its existing permit zone. Other residential permit parking areas are only applicable during the workweek and are open on the weekends. The Task Force and ParkMobile recommend issuing one complimentary 12-day pass per household through the ParkMobile app, valid across all parking zones. Residents would register a vehicle (tied to a license plate) to claim their pass. The thought is to allow residents to purchase extra passes, potentially at a discounted rate. A one-day parking pass would be $25. Police and parking ambassadors would enforce compliance using license plate recognition. Non-registered vehicles may be ticketed. There was discussion about the logistics of distributing codes: • Wassenberg suggested mailing the codes proactively to all eligible addresses. • Linehan noted that requiring residents to pick up codes would reduce misuse but increase staff workload. Mailing codes could be easier and promote higher utilization. Currently, they get an individualized letter with permits. Could use the 36 same idea and the city generates codes. Residents will sign-up through the app which will require them to fill in their license and registration. • Gustafson emphasized that requiring residents to come to City Hall for a basic pass could create complications and long lines before the fair. Instead, only require inperson visits for additional passes and make available to request online as well. Mielke explains the logic behind the program. People can’t use ParkMobile to find open spaces. People will still drive around to look for parking spots. The fair charges for parking, so why shouldn’t Falcon Heights. Other cities can add a sales tax to increase revenue, but Falcon Heights doesn’t have a large commercial base. Wassenberg adds this would also encourage the use of park and rides. Mielke points out the complimentary resident pass would not guarantee a spot on the street; it will also not be tied to a zone and makes parking for residents available in all zones. Linehan adds the paid parking for fairgoers is only valid for one day. There was also a discussion about zone management and enforcement: • Wassenberg wonders how zones should be set up, and what kind of technology is needed to read plates for compliance. • Linehan explains ParkMobile suggests 1 zone per block. Keep in mind the more zones, the more codes need to be generated, making it more cumbersome. ParkMobile can supply plate-reading technology for the ambassadors. • Mielke wants to use ParkMobile’s expertise on determining zones and pricing. • Gustafson notes data from the pilot year could help refine zones and enforcement in the future. • Meyer wonders if ambassadors are paid positions. • Linehan explains ambassadors will be city employees, and would support enforcement and assist fairgoers, modeled after the St. Paul ambassador program. They can be an extension of SAPD. They will verify vehicles through the app, help guide visitors, and report violations to police. • Meyer suggests scheduling ambassadors in shifts, having a supervisor and designated break areas (potentially coordinated with churches or local businesses). • Gustafson notes pairing them up for safety and ending shifts at 8 PM. The council continues to discuss details for the ambassadors, what kind of information is needed from Park Mobile before the public hearing, and having a rep available. They also discuss creating a FAQ. The council and Linehan discuss revenue, costs, and future planning: • A flat $25 daily parking fee is proposed, with no added service fees. ParkMobile takes ~20% to cover marketing and administrative costs. • Proceeds will go toward administrative overhead and the city’s capital improvement fund, ultimately helping to reduce the tax burden. • Examples of capital uses include roads, sewer upgrades, and parks. • Tickets for violations will be $100 and processed through the court system. • Vehicles will only be towed if they create a safety hazard or remain unmoved for over 48 hours. • The Council will need to adopt an annual ordinance establishing State Fair parking dates. 37 The Council stresses the need to keep the program simple and minimally disruptive in its first year. If successful, it may expand in the future. The emphasis remains on balancing revenue generation with convenience for residents and operational efficiency for staff. 3. Release of Request for Proposal (RFP) for Classification and Compensation Study Consultant Linehan proposes releasing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a classification and compensation study and asked the Council for clarification on the desired scope. He emphasized the importance of fair and equitable compensation, noting that the city is currently the only one in the area without an established classification and compensation system. Without pay ranges, it's difficult to complete the required pay equity reports for the state. The proposed study would evaluate positions—not individuals—and recommend a point system or scale based on job descriptions. Key questions for the RFP scope: • Should the study be limited to full-time employees only, or should it also include part-time, seasonal staff, council members, and commissioners? • Should the consultant also analyze the city’s benefits package? Including this would increase both the cost and complexity of the study. Council Discussion: • Meyer asks how much has been budgeted for the study. • Mielke suggests that the benefits analysis could be postponed until next year and that the city might gather benefit comparison data from other cities in the meantime. • Linehan responds that data from the League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) could help benchmark benefits. • Gustafson points out that compensation includes both salary and benefits, and external insight could be valuable. • Wassenberg questions whether analyzing benefits was worth the additional cost, noting not all employees fully utilize them. • Gustafson responds that the rising cost of benefits makes them a critical part of total compensation and worth examining. • Mielke proposes asking for both options in the RFP, itemized separately, so the Council can decide based on cost. Linehan adds that excluding benefits would simplify the study, but notes it’s still important to understand what benefit offerings could make the city a more competitive and attractive employer. However, benefits analysis can become complex and time intensive. While pay equity remains the top priority, implementation could be costly depending on the findings. The council agrees that classification and compensation data is important. 4. Future Agenda Topics Linehan explains the goal-setting session will determine a number of future workshop 38 topics. There is also a public hearing scheduled for license revocation for a Falcon Heights business depending on communication received from the MN Department of Revenue. Mielke inquires about the upcoming community meeting regarding Dino’s. Linehan explains that the meeting is intended for immediate neighbors to provide feedback on a potential drive-through proposal at the business’s current location. Before moving forward with a formal application, the business is seeking preliminary input to gauge neighborhood sentiment. The process would involve a traffic study and the combination of adjacent lots, but the business owner wants to hear from neighbors first before committing to those expenses. The meeting will take place at City Hall. Linehan emphasizes that this is an informational meeting—residents will not vote, and the final decision rests with the business owner based on feasibility and community input. Gustafson notes that the proposal would likely require a variance or Planned Unit Development (PUD). Mielke expresses some concern, referencing the denial of Buhl’s Caribou Coffee drive-through in the past. D. ADJOURNMENT: 9:02 PM DISCLAIMER: City Council Workshops are held monthly as an opportunity for Council Members to discuss policy topics in greater detail prior to a formal meeting where a public hearing may be held and/or action may be taken. Members of the public that would like to make a comment or ask questions about an item on the agenda for an upcoming workshop should send them to mail@falconheights.org prior to the meeting. Alternatively, time is regularly allotted for public comment during Regular City Council Meetings (typically 2nd and 4th Wednesdays) during the Community Forum. _______________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor Dated this 23rd day of April, 2025 _________________________________ Jack Linehan, City Administrator 39 BLANK PAGE 40 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS Regular Meeting of the City Council City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue MINUTES March 12, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:02 PM B. ROLL CALL: GUSTAFSON_X_ LEEHY_X__ MEYER _X__ MIELKE _X___ WASSENBERG __ STAFF PRESENT: LINEHAN_X_ JOHNSON_X_ C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Linehan draws attention to a late addition of Consent Agenda Item 8 Councilmember Meyer motions to approve the agenda; Approved 4-0 D. PRESENTATION 1. Office of Congresswoman Betty McCollum – Update on FY2026 Community Project Funding Staff Member Charlie Hammond from the office of Congresswoman Betty McCollum provides an update regarding community project funding. He explains that Congress members can locate funding to request for community projects coming from municipalities in their district. Hammond provides a complete list of Community Project Funding secured by Congresswoman McCollum since 2022. While funding for 2026 is pending final passage, Staff Member Hammond recommends municipalities submit project proposals sooner rather than later. Once the 2026 application period is announced, there is a fast turnaround time between the announcement and the deadline. Mayor Gustafson thanks Staff member Hammond for his attendance. E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. February 12, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes Councilmember Meyer motions to approve the meeting minutes; Approved 4-0 F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Consideration of Revocation of Municipal Business License G. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. General Disbursements through 3/5/25: $97,148.44 41 Payroll through 2/25/25: $27,472.39 Wire Payments through 2/25/25: $17,206.14 2. Approval of Resolution 25-18 Selecting Cedar Forest as Picnic Shelter and Restroom Supplier for Community Park Renovation Project 3. Approval of Resolution 25-19 Approving the Joint Powers Agreement Among Members of the Ramsey County Geographic Information Systems Users Group 4. Approval of Resolution 25-20 Accepting Resignation of Jared Mehlhaff from the Environment Commission 5. Approval of Resolution 25-21 Approving a Contract with Electro Watchman, Inc for the Installation of a Lenel/S2 Netbox Access Control System for City Hall 6. Approval of Resolution 25-22 Authorizing the City to Accept Grant Funds Through the University of Minnesota Good Neighbor Fund 7. Approval of Resolution 25-23 Request for Proposal (RFP) for Classification and Compensation Study Consultant. 8. Approval of Resolution 25-24 Authorizing Husky Construction Inc. to be Awarded the 2025 Pavement Management Project Tree Removal Contract Linehan explains Consent Agenda Item 2 and provides an updated quote with pricing from Cedar Forest. Some items were removed, and updated pricing was provided today. This brought the total cost down from $350,000 to $313,000. Consent Agenda Item 8 is part of the 2025 PMP project in the Falcon Woods neighborhood; there is some tree removal needed for stormwater improvements. The reason for a last-minute addition is the need to comply with environmental regulations, requiring trees to be removed sooner than anticipated. Public Works and Engineering will work with the residents in the neighborhood on the coordination. The trees are located in the stormwater easement. Mielke wonders how many trees will need to be removed. Linehan is unsure, but the tree’s location determines the removal. Gustafson thanks Jared for his time on the Environment Commission. Mayor Gustafson motions to approve the consent agenda; Approved 4-0 H: POLICY ITEMS: I. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS: Leehy notes that on Monday, March 17, the Community Engagement Commission will have its first meeting of the year. There are two vacancies on the commission, and she recommends that residents apply. Mielke explains that the Climate Action Team met last week, and other Falcon Heights organizations were brought in to help with the goal setting. She also attended the swearing in of the new Ramsey County Commissioner, for District 3. Gustafson explains that some council members and Administrator Linehan attended LMC’s Day at the Hill and met with Representative Leigh Finke to discuss local priorities. They also met Senator Clare Oumou-Verbeten to discuss regional priorities with Roseville and Lauderdale. 42 Linehan notes that on March 1, the SAPD officially transitioned to be the police agency for Falcon Heights. They had a Coffee with a Cop at Amber Union this morning. The AARP Tax Appointments at City Hall are fully booked. Public Works has American Environmental going around the city to clean and televise the main sewer, all the systems are cleared this year. Upper Cut is also going around trimming and removing boulevard trees. Currently, the City is working on getting a tree replacement program up and running, but there is not a one-for-one replacement. The council points out hearing positive stories since the police transition. J. COMMUNITY FORUM: Please limit comments to 3 minutes per person. Items brought before the Council will be referred for consideration. Council may ask questions for clarification, but no council action or discussion will be held on these items. Georgiana May – 1477 California Ave. W. Georgiana wonders how large McCollum’s funding requests can be. She suggest using funding for the implementation of the Climate Action Plan. K. ADJOURNMENT: 7:26 PM Councilmember Leehy motions to adjourn; Approved 4-0 _______________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor Dated this 23rd day of April, 2025 _________________________________ Jack Linehan, City Administrator 43 BLANK PAGE 44 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS City Council Special Joint Workshop City Council and State Fair Task Force City Hall 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue MINUTES Wednesday, March 12, 2025 7:30 P.M. A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:33 PM B. ROLL CALL: COUNCIL: GUSTAFSON__X__ LEEHY_X__ MEYER _X__ MIELKE_X__ WASSENBERG___ STATE FAIR TASK FORCE Allard _X___ May_X___ Brace ____ Davis _X___ Hausman ___ McGarthwaite_X__ Johnson____ Paulus _X___Prather_X__ Porter___ STAFF PRESENT: LINEHAN_X__ JOHNSON_X_ C. POLICY ITEMS: 1. Continuation of Discussion on E-Meter Parking Gustafson explains that the Council discussed this item at their latest Council Workshop and that they went through several questions. Both groups differed on how the free parking codes/passes will be disbursed to residents, and how many. Wassenberg advocated for a non-complicated method with the least amount of impact on residents and staff time, and the Council agreed. This item needs to be revisited, as the State Fair Task Force (SFTF) did not fully agree with this method. McGarthwaite explains mailing a pass/code to every resident will not work, because not every resident always receives mail. Providing a free code to everyone can also lead to abuse, decreased value, and the codes still need to be registered and activated with ParkMobile. Gustafson and Leehy wonder what the SFTF’s goal of the e-meter parking program is. Mielke comments that the idea is to create a new revenue stream for Falcon Heights, to help cover expenses generated by the State Fair. If it is not generating revenue, it’s not a worthwhile project to further explore. McGarthwaite adds it’s also a quality-of-life issue and she believes people who need to pay will take better care. It can also push parkers to Park & Rides and says all of the traffic also already impacts the quality of life of residents. Residents will need to pay for a second “residential permit;” worries about depleting the process. Leehy appreciates the process that has been thought out. 45 Allard believes the quality of life will always be questionable around fair time, but at least there will be a revenue stream. Leehy wonders if the SFTF looked at other vendors as well. McGarthwaite notes this is the only vendor that was approached. ParkMobile has the largest number of users in Minnesota, and people are familiar with it. May emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between maximizing revenue and not creating a hassle for residents. Limiting the number of permits issued to residents avoids taking up all the spots. Davis wants to ensure the council is accepting of the offer made by SFTF to have e-meter parking during the State Fair and other major events. She wants the SFTF to work through the details. May adds this will benefit all residents of Falcon Heights. Northome and NE Quadrant have the highest density of parkers during the fair and so it makes sense to test the program there first. Following the pilot year, they can discuss the experience and potentially expand to other areas or add entities. Davis is fearful that giving too much parking away would take away the revenue. Leehy notes there is no opposition, but she wants to ensure all the details are worked through before presenting it to residents. Gustafson agrees. The council wants to think of concepts and ideas further downstream, so they are trying to gather as much information as they can and to consider all impacts before presenting it to residents. Gustafson reiterates that the council is favorable to exploring the concept. Mielke adds that the point is to ease parking stress for the neighborhoods. Gustafson sees the concept as a positive, but there are also logistical issues that need to be worked out. Linehan points out that the city would hire staff to work as parking ambassadors, as the St. Anthony Police Department (SAPD) prefers it not be officers who use the app. They will be notified by parking ambassadors that utilize the ParkMobile app of any parking violations. SAPD does not have the capacity to utilize the app, but they will be responsible for ticket enforcement. McGarthwaite moves on to other areas they discussed, which were communications and staffing. Yes, it will be complicated for staff and residents, but the SFTF believes it will be first-year pains. Linehan has provided communication plans. Leehy previously resided in Northome and did not feel like it was an inconvenience to acquire a parking permit/pass. There should be a specific timeframe, so it doesn’t happen last minute. Meyer believes people who are in need of parking passes will come into City Hall. He supports a mailing to make residents aware and offering an online application as well. He believes the price point for a second permit needs to be determined and agrees there should not be a third permit for residents. Council and SFTF agree that there should be a State Fair guide again. Gustafson asks ParkMobile about the enforcement of visitors who did not pay for parking. 46 Rob Stephens is the Regional Sales Manager for ParkMobile. He is familiar with smaller city parking regulations. There can be one 12-day code for residents that only needs to be entered once. Whereas visitors have to pay every single time they park. Regarding enforcement, there is a ParkMobile tool to check parking payments. It allows someone to check a plate against payment. Various integrations are possible. There is no extra cost for the enforcement. ParkMobile is the largest e-meter parking company in the US. He lists other places where ParkMobile is active. Because of the familiarity, it is a good emeter parking program to use, because most people will already have the app on their phone. This makes it as easy as possible to ensure compliance. He likes the idea of having ambassadors to increase visibility on the street, which will also drive compliance. Allard wonders how the pre-payment process works. Stephens explains the code is valid for one license plate for 12 days. Stephens believed the one-time code would be most efficient for residents. Residents need to come to City Hall to acquire the code. Having as much inventory on the street for visitors is important. May notes from a resident's standpoint, the parking will be the same with or without emeter parking. Gustafson adds that a communication method between SAPD and ambassadors needs to be determined. Mielke suggests offering resident codes as early as possible, having a deadline the day before the fair, and making Saturdays available as well for residents to acquire a reservation. When residents come in, staff can apply the code to their license plate. They would never have to enter the code themselves. Leehy suggests making the parking ambassador program available to teenagers and seniors of Falcon Heights and have them pair up. Prather adds teenagers are able to help users with the app. Stephens explains there is also an account management team that can help with whatever process is decided. Gustafson wonders how the zones should be determined. Stephens notes having different zones is easier, as for enforcement would utilize a list to cross-reference. Linehan explains the process will be similar for staff for mailing them all out or having residents come in for a back-end perspective. Residents should be able to park in all zones, as parking will still be first come, first served. Stephens points out it should be looked at it by zone and not by plate. The search function of the app does not allow searching by plate. Davis wonders what is easier for the city, to purchase codes in bulk or to purchase them one at a time as residents come in. Stephens explains it’s easier to acquire them all at once. 47 Gustafson wants to ensure that everyone is prepared to answer questions from the public for the March 26 public hearing. All residents will be notified and will have to come into City Hall for one complimentary pass, and number two can be acquired for a certain dollar amount. But the second parking spot will need to be determined based on inventory. McGarthwaite adds ParkMobile will provide signage for visitors to acquire day passes. May says a lot of progress has been made and summarizes the decisions that have been made: - Affected residents have the option to come into City Hall to get a resident pass. - Visitors will have to purchase parking through ParkMobile. - Training will be provided by ParkMobile. - Ambassadors will be hired to check plates for compliance and they will inform SAPD of parking infraction; SAPD will do ticketing - Signs will be provided by ParkMobile and additional communications will be done as well. Meyer adds if there is a hard cap on the number of resident passes that are available, it would help determine the amount of second passes that can be offered. Allard notes it would be hard to determine how many people would need a pass. It is important to note that they are limited. Davis says to make the second pass first come, first served. The Council and SFTF agree that this program does not rely on getting funding from the federal or state level. McGarthwaite adds it might not feel welcoming, but people are not parking here to visit Falcon Heights, they are here to park their car to attend the State Fair. Leehy agrees that we can still be welcoming but can have perimeters. Davis wonders how staff will keep track of residents’ questions at the public hearing. Linehan thanks SFTF for their perspective, and answers staff will keep track. He highlights the importance of pushing details out to residents with communications. Gustafson points to the list of available parking spots and states that if everyone wants a resident pass, parking may be a challenge. Leehy raises concerns about apartment dwellers and their access to parking. Linehan seeks clarification on eligibility in the two designated neighborhoods—specifi cally, whether residents must live directly on the street or if living on an adjacent street within the zone also qualifies. Removing eligibility for those who live within the area but not directly on the street could reduce the number of available spaces. It's important to consider both who is impacted and who should be eligible. May notes the affected street. Leehy adds that apartment dwellers park on city streets in these neighborhoods. Prather wonders about the timeline. Will the contract be multi-year? Linehan explains the proposal is a 3-year agreement as ParkMobile does have capital investments. If, after the first year, too many free passes were given out, the program could be rolled back. There are no significant contract costs other than user fees. ParkMobile takes a portion 48 from each day pass. If revenue goals are not reached after the first year, the city can determine not to proceed. Prather suggests pre-calculating the number of residents. Stephens notes that they are confident in the success of their program, and the city will not incur contractual costs if it does not work out after one year. The more inventory that is available for visitors, the more revenue it will generate. Residents are aware of the fair and will support the program. Prather points out that parking spots can be double or triple-booked. Paulus believes it is not welcoming and isn’t sure how e-meter parking would address the quality-of-life issues. While the revenue is a perk, she believes having the ambassador presence is helpful; fund a positive presence and help alleviate other issues. Charging for parking perpetuates the parking lot image of Falcon Heights. Mielke suggests doing some audits of current parking on the streets. D. ADJOURNMENT: 9:11 PM Councilmember Meyer motions to adjourn; Approved 4-0 McGarthwaite motions to adjourn; 6-0 DISCLAIMER: City Council Workshops are held monthly as an opportunity for Council Members to discuss policy topics in greater detail prior to a formal meeting where a public hearing may be held and/or action may be taken. Members of the public that would like to make a comment or ask questions about an item on the agenda for an upcoming workshop should send them to mail@falconheights.org prior to the meeting. Alternatively, time is regularly allotted for public comment during Regular City Council Meetings (typically 2nd and 4th Wednesdays) during the Community Forum. _______________________________ Randall C. Gustafson, Mayor Dated this 23rd day of April, 2025 _________________________________ Jack Linehan, City Administrator 49 BLANK PAGE 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 BLANK PAGE 61 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approval of City License(s) Description The following individuals/entities have applied for a Massage Therapy License for 2025. Staff have received the necessary documents for licensure. 1. Hong Xu Annis; Oriental Kung Fu Massage N/A Attachment(s) N/A Action(s) Requested Staff recommends approval of the City license applications contingent on background checks and fire inspections as required. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Consent G2 Attachment N/A Submitted By Kelly Nelson Administrative Services Director / Deputy Clerk 62 BLANK PAGE 63 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approval of Change Order with American Environmental and Budget Amendment for Sewer System Maintenance Description The City’s entire sanitary sewer system was cleaned and televised this year as part of our sanitary sewer maintenance schedule by American Environmental LLC. The City’s sanitary sewer cleaning program is on a three-year rotating cleaning schedule where year 1 is east of Snelling, year 2 is west of Snelling, and year three is the entire city, which is this year. The City competitively bid the contract in a 2014 RFP, selecting American Environmental as the winner. Root intrusion is a common and unknown variable in determining cost. There was a significant amount of root infiltration that required cutting this year, increasing the cost beyond the budgeted amount and contract amounts. Additionally, the lift station located at Larpenteur Avenue and Coffman St. adopted a bi-annual cleaning of the pumps, floats, and wet well last year that was not monetarily added into the 2025 budget. Budget Impact $13,614.75 in addition to the $118,000 that was budgeted. Attachment(s) Invoice Action(s) Requested Staff recommends Falcon Heights City Council approve the request for additional funding and authorize a change order with American Environmental LLC for the services provided. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Consent G3 Attachment Invoice Submitted By Colin Callahan, Public Works Director 64 4/10/2025 Invoice # 4069 Bill To: City of Falcon Heights 2077 W. Larpenter Ave Falcon Heights, MN 55113 AMERICAN ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC. 8925 County Rd. 43 Chaska, MN 55318 Job Contact Colin CallahanP.O. Number 2025 Sewer Maintenance Project Name Sewer Cleaning & Inspection 612-226-0516 Total Balance Due Payments/Credits Invoice Date Accepted payments include only cash or check. Please be advised we do not accept credit cards, ACH or any online payments at this time. If you are contacted by any party claiming to collect online payment this may be fraud. Special arrangements will only be approved by owner, Tony Traxler (612) 226-0516. Unit Quantity Unit Price Amount Cleaning & CCTV Inspection of Sanitary Sewer LF 69,317 1.75 121,304.75 Lift Station Cleaning LS 1 1,600.00 1,600.00 Root Cutting HRS 13 670.00 8,710.00 $131,614.75 $131,614.75 $0.00 65 BLANK PAGE 66 ITEM FOR DISCUSSION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approval of Transfer of $100,000 from Fund 426 to Fund 313 Description The debt on the 2021 G.O. Improvement Bonds in Debt Service Fund 313 shows a negative balance of approximately $73,000 due to timing issues of when debt levy and assessment payments are received. On the other hand, the 2021 street project capital Fund 426 maintains a positive balance of over $236,000 due to street expenditures being less than originally estimated. A transfer of funds from Fund 426 in the amount of $100,000 is recommended to clear up this negative balance in Fund 313 before the City would go out for a bond review. The bond debt levy and assessment payments are not received until July and December. Fifty percent to be received in July and fifty percent to be received in December. It is estimated that a July debt levy payment of $40,000 and a July assessment payment of $13,000 would not be enough to remove the negative fund balance. Staff recommends a $100,000 transfer of funds from Fund 426 2021 Street Improvements to Fund 313 2021 G.O. Improvement Debt Service Fund. That would leave approximately $136,000 balance within the 2021 Street project Fund 426 to fund the estimated 2025 budgeted $120,000 repair expenditures on the 2021 streets. Staff also recommends amending the associated budgets for these funds. Fund 426: dr cr 426-4426-97000 100,000 Fund 313: 313-000-39200 100,000 Budget Impact Improves the fund balance position of the 2021 G.O. Improvement Bond Fund 313. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Consent #G4 Attachment Submitted By Roland Olson, Finance Director 67 Attachment(s) Action(s) Requested Staff recommends council approval for transferring $100,000 from Fund 426 2021 street project fund to Fund 313 2021 G.O. Debt Service Fund to improve the fund balance position. 68 BLANK PAGE 69 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Families, Fields and Fair __________________________ Item Pavement Condition Assessment Quote Description Every three years the City hires a company to complete a pavement condition assessment on all of the City owned roads within the City. This information is used for asset management as well as for capital planning. In the past the City has contracted with GoodPointe Technology. The City contacted GoodPointe Technology and requested a quote to complete the pavement condition assessment in 2025. Budget Impact The contractor proposed to complete the assessment of roadways (approximately 14 miles) for a total not to exceed budget of $5,500. Funding for the repairs would be from the Infrastructure Fund 419. Attachment(s) 2022 PMP Quote Action(s) Requested Motion to award pavement condition assessment quote to GoodPointe Technology in the amount of $5,500.00. Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item Consent G5 Attachment 2022 PMP; Quote Submitted By Erik Henricksen, City Engineer 70 i 2022 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA 71 ii PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA March 2023 I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly licensed Professional engineer under the laws of the state of Minnesota. P.E. 3/24/2023 Stephanie Smith Date License Number 51837 City of Roseville 2660 Civic Center Drive Roseville, MN 55113 Phone: 651-792-7003 FAX: 651-792-7040 72 iii TABLE OF CONTENTS Title Page .................................................... ............................................................................... i Certification Page.................................................................................................. .................... ii Table of Contents ..................................................................................................................... iii I. INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................4 II. FIELD SURVEY OF PAVEMENTS .......................................................... ....................4 III. ICON SOFTWARE .........................................................................................................5 IV. ICON RESULTS ................................ .............................................................................5 V. PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES .............................................................6 VI. RECOMMENDATIONS .................................................................................................8 73 4 I. INTRODUCTION The City of Falcon Heights implemented a pavement management program in 2001 to assist in maintaining and monitoring the performance of the paved street network. This 13- mile long system is one of the City’s largest investments that would have a significant dollar value if it were to be replaced today. The Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requires government agencies to report and account for their infrastructure assets. In June 1999, GASB issued Statement 34 “Basic Financial Statements – and Management’s Discussion and Analysis – for State and Local Governments.” Statement 34 establishes new requirements for the annual financial reports of state and local governments. As part of this new Statement, Governments will report all capital assets, including infrastructure, in the government-wide statement of net assets and will report depreciation expense. If an agency is managing its infrastructure assets in an asset management system that has certain characteristics and the government agency can document that the assets are being preserved at or above a condition level established and disclosed by the Modified Approach for Reporting Infrastructure Assets. The qualifying agency is allowed to make disclosures about the infrastructure assets in required supplementary information that includes the physical condition of the assets and amounts spent to maintain and preserve them over time. The City of Falcon Heights’ asset management program for its street network is based on the Modified Approach for Reporting Infrastructure Assets. The software program ICON, which is developed and supported by Goodpointe Technology as a tool for pavement management, was used to inventory and rate the quality of the pavement on all sections of streets and alleys within the City in 2023. This system uses field surveys to identify distresses and rate the current condition. Both systems use the segment and distress information to determine the current Pavement Condition Index (PCI) for each segment. The software provides the City with the ability to determine future needs based on current and past maintenance strategies, and prioritize the appropriate rehabilitation at optimum times. Also, ICON has a Geographic Information System (GIS) interface to enable easy development of maps showing the results of the analysis. II. FIELD SURVEY OF PAVEMENTS The first step to set up a pavement management program is to assess the current condition of all pavements to be evaluated by the program. To accomplish this, each street and alley was broken out into segments, intersection to intersection, and a field survey and evaluation completed for each. There were a total of 152 street and alley segments within the City that were evaluated and will be included in the pavement management plan’s ICON software database. 74 5 The Army Corps of Engineers’ “Pavement Distress Identification Guide for Asphalt Surfaced Roads and Parking Lots” was used as a basis for the field survey of the segments. This manual shows types of distress and how to evaluate them. The manual was used as a reference to evaluate the different pavement distresses along each surveyed segment. Each field survey consisted of evaluating random sample units along each segment. The randomness of the samples helps to ensure a non-partial look at each of the segments and to better determine an overall PCI rating. Completing a rating over a small isolated distressed area rather than rating the general condition of the entire street will give the appearance of a street that may need to be reconstructed when in reality it only needs minor spot repairs. The streets were evaluated for the distresses as shown on the sample Rating Form in the Appendix. III. ICON SOFTWARE When all field surveys were completed, the segment distress information was entered into the ICON software. The information entered into the software included a general description of each segment with a to-and-from location, length, and width of segment, last known construction date (as available), and field survey information, including date of inspection and the type and amount of distresses found. A generic date of January 1, 1980, was used for segments where accurate dates were not available. As future reconstruction projects are completed, these dates will be updated. The ICON software used the survey data and created a database for each segment. This database was then used by ICON to rate the condition of the pavement and predict future pavement deterioration. These results were used to determine a pavement management plan and schedule. IV. ICON RESULTS ICON used the information gathered in the field to calculate a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) rating for each pavement segment. A PCI rating of 100 would be indicative of a newly constructed street with no distresses, while a rating of 0 would show a completely failed street. Segments then can be grouped into like categories of PCI ratings to help determine a schedule of maintenance, rehabilitation and reconstruction. The PCI groups chosen for the City of Falcon heights are as follows: 100 to 66 Adequate; 65 to 36 Marginal; 35 to 0 Poor. This initial PCI rating was based off of a standard Asphalt Pavement Deterioration Curve within the model. (This deterioration curve was created using test data and does not take into account local deterioration factors. A deterioration model specific to the City’s pavement can be developed as future field surveys are taken. The software then can take into account the amount of deterioration during a specific period between field surveys. Field surveys should be taken once every three years for accurate modeling of the PCI 75 6 projections. Deterioration models specific to Falcon Heights will be completed in future phases of this pavement management program. The City’s streets were last rated in 2022. A weighted average PCI rating for the City’s overall system at that time was calculated to be 69, based on a section’s area and PCI rating. This average accurately shows the City’s aggressive pavement rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in the recent past. See Table 1: Street Segments in Alphabetical Order for current PCI ratings. V. PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES The PCI rating information generated by the ICON software can be used to determine maintenance, rehabilitation and reconstruction action necessary for each street segment. There are several types of street rehabilitation measures that can be used to maintain or restore the condition of the pavement. Below is a brief description of each of these measures: Localized stopgap (safety), which might be applied to severe localized rutting, potholes, etc.; Localized preventive, which would be used to repair high severity fatigue cracking, cracking in small quantities, curb and gutter repairs and regular catch basin maintenance; Global preventative maintenance strategies that include crack seal; Pavement rehabilitation is used when the street is at an established critical rating or above. This might include applying overlays, milling and overlaying, or other surface reconstruction; Major reconstruction (below the critical rating), which would include cold in place recycling and reconstruction. The street segments in the Adequate PCI category would only require localized repairs and global preventative maintenance. Street segments in the Marginal category would possibly require repairs and pavement rehabilitation. The street segments in the Poor category would require reconstruction. The overall goal of this program is to maintain the City’s pavement infrastructure to a high level of service. To maintain this high level of service within the system, we recommend the following: Maintain a Citywide average PCI rating of 75 or above. Replace curb and gutter that becomes cracked, settled or holds water. Inspect and repair catch basins and manholes on an annual basis. Schedule mill and overlay for any street section that falls below a PCI rating of 65. Schedule major rehabilitation or reconstruction for any street section that falls below a PCI rating of 35. 76 7 This can be done through the efforts discussed above. The City currently follows a systematic and crack sealing and curb and gutter replacement program that is a global preventative strategy for the entire pavement system. Along with crack sealing, the City’s regular stopgap and localized preventative efforts should also be continued. The goals for the City of Falcon Heights’ pavement management program are based on a review of local pavement management practices by surrounding cities. Below is a brief summary of pavement management programs being used by other local government agencies. Table Pavement Management Programs In Local Cities City Rating Cycle Software Rating for Maintenance Rating for Rehabilitation Rating for Reconstruction Arden Hills 3 years GoodPointe 100-60 59-35 34-0 Chanhassen 3 years GoodPointe Maintaining all streets, worst ratings are prioritized for projects. Eagan 3 years GoodPointe 100-56 55-36 35-0 Eden Prairie 3 years GoodPointe 100-70 69-30 29-0 Golden Valley 3 to 4 years Outside Consultant Projects are done on a case by case basis with the level of street repair depending on needs. Minneapolis 3 years MicroPAVER 100-65 64-55 54-0 Rochester 5 years GoodPointe 100-46 45-25 24-0 Roseville 3 to 4 years GoodPointe 100-60 59-35 34-0 St Paul GoodPointe Focus is on upgrading oiled streets to pavement. Prioritized by City officials, residents, and coordination with utilities. Woodbury 4 years GoodPointe 100-60 59-35 34-0 77 8 VI. RECOMMENDATIONS Field surveys of the pavement should be completed every three years in order to more accurately project the future PCI ratings and to help properly budget for future major reconstruction projects. Preventative Maintenance: Concrete curb and gutter are an integral part of the City’s pavement system. Cracked and settled concrete curb and gutter can provide a pathway for water to enter the pavement base materials. The City repairs and replaces cracked and settled concrete curb and gutter on an annual basis. This program appears to have been working well and should be continued. While the City’s storm sewer system is not technically a part of the pavement system, lack of catch basin maintenance can result in pavement base materials washing into the storm sewer system, leaving a void under the pavement, boulevard and sidewalk. These voids result in a sinkhole when the pavement collapses. An inspection and annual maintenance program has been implemented to prevent future sinkhole failures. This should be performed as needed on all street segments within the Adequate category. Crack seal: City staff reevaluated the City’s crack sealing and seal coating plan in 2016. Changes to the plan the removal of seal coating until the issue of delamination is better studied. The policy is to crack seal all mill and overlay roads within 10 years of their construction. Also this work should be performed as needed on all street segments within the Adequate and Marginal categories. Street segments recommended for major maintenance in the 5 year CIP are not included in the crack sealing projects. Mill and Overlay: There are several maintenance practices that involve milling. An edge mill typically consists of grinding the old bituminous surface along the outer 8 feet of the street. This helps establish a uniform cross-section, especially in instances where the crown in the street is relatively flat. A full width mill, or resurfacing, is necessary when the upper surface layer of a pavement has deteriorated considerably. Significant surface pavement distresses and more extensive “thermal” cracking need to be removed and/or repaired with a full width and uniform depth milling process. Both edge mills and full-width mills are typically 1.5 to 2 inches thick, but can vary on a project by project basis. Milling creates an even surface to ensure a uniform overall thickness for the new overlay. An asphalt overlay of 1.5 to 2 inches over the entire pavement width forms a 78 9 smooth crown, renews the street surface, restores structural capacity and proper drainage, and extends the life cycle of the original pavement up to 15 years. A full depth mill can be used on a street that has already been reconstructed with a good base section, but the pavement has deteriorated to a point where seal coating or a standard mill and overlay is not effective. A pavement section with significant cracking will end up reflecting through the new pavement. The full depth of the pavement is ground up and removed. This process may also involve some subgrade soil corrections and some removal of aggregate base, if it has been contaminated or is sub-standard. The street is paved with the same thickness of new asphalt. This can extend the life cycle of the original pavement between 15 and 20 years. Pavement can also be reclaimed, where approximately 8 to 10 inches of the existing asphalt and base are ground up in place. This forms a new more stable base without adding new material. The road is then paved with new asphalt. This is only recommended where there is not sufficient existing road base to provide the needed pavement structure. When there is curb and gutter on the road, material would need to be removed to ensure that the road elevation is consistent with the gutter once the new pavement thickness is added. This can extend the life cycle of the original pavement up to 20 years. Mill and overlay is recommended for street segments in the Marginal Category. We have put together a Capital Improvement Program map showing the projects recommended in the next 5 years. This program consists of Crack Seal and mill and overlay projects. These costs include engineering at 15% of the estimated construction cost. 5-Year Capital Improvement Program Estimated Costs Year Crack Sealing Cost Mill and Overlay Cost Reclaim Cost Total Cost 2022 $25,000 $25,000 2023 $605,000 $472,000 2024 $85,000 2025 $1,412,000 2026 79 Table 1: Street Segments in Alphabetical Order # Street From To Map ID PCI Surface Type Func Class Length Area Weighte 1 Albert Street Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 1001 88 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.34 2 Albert Street Iowa Avenue Idaho Avenue 1003 86 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.33 3 Albert Street Idaho Avenue California Avenue 1002 87 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.34 4 Albert Street California Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1000 92 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.36 5 Albert Street Larpenteur Avenue Garden Avenue 1004 100 AC Collector 1,300 40,300 1.68 6 Albert Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1005 19 AC Local 600 16,800 0.14 7 Alley North of California Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1007 60 AC Alley 590 8,850 0.22 8 Alley North of California Ave Pascal Street Albert Street 1008 66 AC Alley 635 9,525 0.26 9 Alley North of California Ave Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1006 93 AC Alley 585 8,190 0.32 10 Alley North of Hollywood Court Hollywood Court Snelling Avenue West Frontage Road 1009 55 AC Alley 740 11,100 0.26 11 Alley North of Hoyt Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1011 28 AC Alley 590 8,850 0.10 12 Alley North of Hoyt Ave Pascal Street Albert Street 1013 29 AC Alley 635 9,525 0.11 13 Alley North of Hoyt Ave Albert Street Alley West of Hamline Avenue 1010 4 AC Alley 465 6,975 0.01 14 Alley North of Idaho Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1015 52 AC Alley 590 8,850 0.19 15 Alley North of Idaho Ave Pascal Street Albert Street 1016 67 AC Alley 635 9,525 0.27 16 Alley North of Idaho Ave Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1014 12 AC Alley 585 8,775 0.04 17 Alley North of Iowa Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1018 67 AC Alley 590 9,440 0.26 18 Alley North of Iowa Ave Pascal Street Albert Street 1019 11 AC Alley 635 9,525 0.04 19 Alley North of Iowa Ave Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1017 24 AC Alley 585 8,775 0.09 20 Alley North of Larpenteur Ave Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Arona Street 1021 100 PCC Alley 350 5,250 0.22 21 Alley North of Larpenteur Ave Arona Street Pascal Street 1020 32 AC Alley 655 9,825 0.13 22 Alley South of Hollywood Court Hollywood Court Snelling Avenue West Frontage Road 1022 57 AC Alley 740 11,100 0.26 23 Alley West of Hamline Ave Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 4 AC Alley 300 4,800 0.01 24 Arona Street Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 1026 94 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.36 25 Arona Street Iowa Avenue Idaho Avenue 1028 94 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.37 26 Arona Street Idaho Avenue California Avenue 1027 92 AC Collector 320 9,280 0.36 27 Arona Street California Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1023 92 AC Collector 320 12,160 0.47 28 Arona Street Larpenteur Avenue Crawford Avenue 1029 93 AC Collector 350 13,300 0.52 29 Arona Street Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1024 99 AC Collector 940 30,080 1.24 30 Arona Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1025 96 AC Collector 660 20,460 0.82 31 Arona Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1030 97 AC Collector 660 20,460 0.82 32 Asbury Street Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1031 98 AC Local 940 26,320 1.08 33 Asbury Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1032 96 AC Local 660 18,480 0.74 34 Asbury Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1033 96 AC Local 660 18,480 0.74 35 Autumn Street Roselawn Avenue Prior Avenue 1034 69 AC Local 900 25,200 0.73 36 Burton Street Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1035 99 AC Local 490 11,270 0.47 37 California Avenue Arona Street Pascal Street 1037 26 AC Local 660 19,800 0.22 38 California Avenue Pascal Street Albert Street 1038 24 AC Local 660 18,480 0.19 39 California Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1036 32 AC Local 660 18,480 0.24 40 Coffman Street Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1040 93 AC Local 500 14,000 0.54 41 Coffman Street Folwell Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1039 98 AC Local 480 13,440 0.55 42 Crawford Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Asbury Street 1044 91 AC Collector 260 9,620 0.37 43 Crawford Avenue Asbury Street Arona Street 1042 87 AC Collector 315 11,655 0.42 44 Crawford Avenue Arona Street Simpson Street 1041 94 AC Local 330 9,240 0.36 45 Crawford Avenue Simpson Street Pascal Street 1043 96 AC Local 325 9,100 0.37 46 Folwell Avenue Fulham Street Vincent Avenue 1048 100 AC Local 430 10,320 0.43 47 Folwell Avenue Vincent Avenue Northrup Avenue 1050 95 AC Local 325 7,800 0.31 48 Folwell Avenue Northrup Avenue Burton Street 1049 98 AC Local 370 8,880 0.36 49 Folwell Avenue Burton Street Coffman Avenue 1045 88 AC Local 185 4,440 0.16 50 Folwell Avenue Coffman Street Ford Street 1046 100 AC Local 540 12,960 0.54 51 Folwell Avenue Ford Street Hoyt Avenue 1047 100 AC Local 750 18,000 0.75 52 Fry Street Larpenteur Avenue Maple Knoll Drive 1051 97 AC Local 1,240 34,720 1.41 53 Fry Street Maple Knoll Drive Garden Avenue 1052 53 AC Local 245 6,860 0.15 54 Fulham Street Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1134 65 AC Local 437 12,236 0.33 55 Garden Avenue Fry Street Maple Knoll Drive 1056 66 AC Collector 780 21,060 0.58 56 Garden Avenue Maple Knoll Drive Snelling Avenue West Frontage Road 1058 79 AC Collector 130 3,510 0.12 57 Garden Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Asbury Street 1062 20 AC Collector 260 8,580 0.07 58 Garden Avenue Asbury Street Arona Street 1055 6 AC Collector 315 10,395 0.03 59 Garden Avenue Arona Street Simpson Street 1054 26 AC Collector 330 10,890 0.12 60 Garden Avenue Simpson Street Pascal Street 1061 16 AC Collector 325 10,725 0.07 61 Garden Avenue Pascal Street Holton Street 1060 37 AC Collector 325 10,725 0.17 62 Garden Avenue Holton Street Albert Street 1057 11 AC Collector 335 11,055 0.05 63 Garden Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1053 25 AC Collector 660 21,780 0.22 64 Garden Avenue Moore Avenue Howell Avenue 1059 1 AC Collector 525 14,700 0.00 65 Hamline Avenue Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 1063 92 AC Collector 327 14,388 0.55 66 Hamline Avenue Iowa Avenue Idaho Avenue 1064 89 AC Collector 325 14,300 0.53 67 Hamline Avenue Idaho Avenue California Avenue 1065 93 AC Collector 317 13,948 0.54 68 Hamline Avenue California Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1066 93 AC Collector 300 13,200 0.51 69 Hollywood Court Snelling Avenue West Frontage Road Alleys 1067 93 AC Local 600 13,200 0.51 70 Holton Street Larpenteur Avenue Garden Avenue 1069 28 AC Local 1,300 36,400 0.42 71 Holton Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1068 29 AC Local 660 18,480 0.22 72 Holton Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1070 24 AC Local 660 18,480 0.19 73 Howell Avenue Garden Avenue Prior Avenue 1082 15 AC Local 320 8,960 0.06 74 Howell Avenue Prior Avenue Summer Street 1083 17 AC Local 430 12,040 0.08 75 Hoyt Avenue Fulham Street Vincent Avenue 1071 15 AC Collector 484 14,520 0.09 76 Hoyt Avenue Vincent Avenue Northrup Avenue 1072 55 AC Collector 331 9,930 0.23 77 Hoyt Avenue Northrup Avenue Burton Street 1073 12 AC Collector 348 10,440 0.05 78 Hoyt Avenue Burton Street Coffman Avenue 1074 22 AC Collector 128 3,840 0.04 79 Hoyt Avenue Coffman Street Ford Street 1075 12 AC Collector 480 14,400 0.07 80 Hoyt Avenue Ford Street Folwell Avenue 1076 42 AC Collector 534 16,020 0.28 81 Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue Cleveland 1077 47 AC Collector 304 9,120 0.18 82 Hoyt Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Arona Street 1078 93 AC Collector 521 16,672 0.65 83 Hoyt Avenue Arona Street Pascal Street 1079 90 AC Collector 659 21,088 0.80 84 Hoyt Avenue Pascal Street Albert Street 1080 91 AC Collector 664 21,248 0.81 85 Hoyt Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1081 92 AC Collector 636 20,352 0.78 86 Idaho Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Arona Street 1087 24 AC Local 660 19,140 0.20 87 Idaho Avenue Arona Street Pascal Street 1085 27 AC Local 660 19,140 0.21 88 Idaho Avenue Pascal Street Albert Street 1086 51 AC Local 660 19,800 0.42 89 Idaho Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1084 6 AC Local 660 19,140 0.05 90 Iowa Avenue Dead End Arona Street 1090 75 AC Local 360 11,160 0.35 91 Iowa Avenue Arona Street Pascal Street 1089 46 AC Local 660 18,480 0.36 92 Iowa Avenue Pascal Street Albert Street 1091 31 AC Local 660 18,480 0.24 93 Iowa Avenue Albert Street Hamline Avenue 1088 22 AC Local 660 18,480 0.17 94 Lindig Street Larpenteur Avenue Dead End 1092 99 AC Local 1,460 40,880 1.68 95 Maple Knoll Drive Fry Street St. Mary's Avenue 1093 43 AC Local 340 9,180 0.17 96 Maple Knoll Drive St. Mary's Street Garden Avenue 1094 49 AC Local 400 10,800 0.22 97 Moore Avenue Garden Avenue Summer Street 1095 18 AC Local 760 21,280 0.16 98 Northrup Avenue Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1096 97 AC Local 480 11,520 0.47 99 Pascal Street Hoyt Avenue Iowa Avenue 1100 89 AC Local 320 9,280 0.34 100 Pascal Street Iowa Avenue Idaho Avenue 1102 93 AC Local 320 9,280 0.36 101 Pascal Street Idaho Avenue California Avenue 1101 90 AC Local 320 9,280 0.35 102 Pascal Street California Avenue Larpenteur Avenue 1097 89 AC Local 320 9,280 0.35 103 Pascal Street Larpenteur Avenue Crawford Avenue 1103 98 AC Local 350 9,800 0.40 104 Pascal Street Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1098 98 AC Local 940 26,320 1.07 105 Pascal Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1099 100 AC Local 660 18,480 0.77 106 Pascal Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1104 99 AC Local 660 18,480 0.77 107 Prior Avenue Howell Avenue Summer Street 1106 22 AC Local 700 19,600 0.18 108 Prior Avenue Summer Street Autumn Street 1108 65 AC Local 275 7,700 0.21 109 Prior Avenue Autumn Street Roselawn Avenue 1105 60 AC Local 240 6,720 0.17 110 Prior Avenue Larpenteur Avenue Dead End 1107 43 AC Local 830 31,540 0.57 111 Roselawn Avenue Fulham Street Midland Hills Road 1135 60 AC Delam-Potential 507 16,731 0.42 112 Roselawn Avenue Midland Hills Road Rosedale Drive 1136 72 AC Delam-Potential 515 16,995 0.51 113 Roselawn Avenue Rosedale Drive Westwood Circle 1137 73 AC Delam-Potential 475 15,675 0.48 114 Roselawn Avenue Westwood Circle Hythe Street 1138 75 AC Delam-Potential 336 11,088 0.35 115 Roselawn Avenue Hythe Street Cleveland Avenue 1139 73 AC Delam-Potential 812 26,796 0.81 116 Roselawn Avenue Autumn Place Prior Avenue 1141 72 AC Delam-Potential 523 17,259 0.52 117 Roselawn Avenue Cleveland Avenue Autumn Place 1140 74 AC Delam-Potential 809 26,697 0.83 118 Roselawn Avenue Prior Avenue Tatum Street 1142 69 AC Local 430 14,190 0.41 119 Roselawn Avenue Tatum Street Fairview Avenue 1143 79 AC Delam-Potential 809 26,697 0.88 120 Roselawn Avenue Fairview Avenue Mid Oaks Lane (west) 1144 95 AC Collector 1,477 66,465 2.63 121 Roselawn Avenue Mid Oaks Lane (west) Mid Oaks Road 1145 94 AC Collector 360 11,880 0.47 122 Roselawn Avenue Mid Oaks Road Mid Oaks Lane (east) 1146 94 AC Collector 350 11,550 0.45 123 Roselawn Avenue Mid Oaks Lane (east) Snelling Avenue 1147 95 AC Collector 430 14,190 0.56 124 Roselawn Avenue Snelling Avenue Asbury Street 1148 85 AC Collector 419 14,665 0.52 125 Roselawn Avenue Asbury Street Arona Street 1149 82 AC Collector 368 12,880 0.44 126 Roselawn Avenue Arona Street Simpson Street 1150 20 AC Collector 168 5,880 0.05 127 Roselawn Avenue Simpson Street Hamline Avenue 1151 22 AC Local 1,485 51,975 0.48 128 Ruggles Avenue Snelling Avenue East Frontage Road Asbury Street 1115 99 AC Local 260 7,540 0.31 129 Ruggles Avenue Asbury Street Arona Street 1111 97 AC Local 315 9,135 0.37 130 Ruggles Avenue Arona Street Simpson Street 1110 98 AC Local 330 9,570 0.39 131 Ruggles Avenue Simpson Street Pascal Street 1114 100 AC Local 325 9,425 0.39 132 Ruggles Avenue Holton Street Albert Street 1112 20 AC Local 330 9,570 0.08 133 Ruggles Avenue Albert Street Sheldon Street 1109 20 AC Local 325 9,425 0.08 134 Ruggles Avenue Sheldon Street Hamline Avenue 1113 23 AC Local 345 10,005 0.10 135 Sheldon Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1116 1 AC Local 660 19,140 0.00 136 Simpson Street Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1117 100 AC Local 940 26,320 1.10 137 Simpson Street Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1118 98 AC Local 660 18,480 0.76 138 Simpson Street Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1119 99 AC Local 660 18,480 0.77 139 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Crawford Avenue Garden Avenue 1120 94 AC Local 960 23,040 0.91 140 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Garden Avenue Ruggles Avenue 1121 97 AC Local 660 15,840 0.64 141 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Ruggles Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1124 98 AC Local 660 15,840 0.65 142 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Hoyt Avenue Dead End 1122 89 AC Local 645 20,640 0.77 143 Snelling Avenue East Frontage Idaho Avenue Dead End 1123 100 AC Local 600 15,600 0.65 144 Snelling Avenue West Frontage Larpenteur Avenue Garden Avenue 1128 97 AC Local 1,280 30,720 1.24 145 Snelling Avenue West Frontage Garden Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1125 95 AC Local 1,310 31,440 1.24 146 Snelling Avenue West Frontage Hoyt Avenue Hollywood Court 1127 95 AC Local 820 19,680 0.78 147 Snelling Avenue West Frontage Hollywood Court Dead End 1126 20 AC Local 420 10,080 0.09 148 St. Mary's Street Larpenteur Avenue Maple Knoll Drive 1129 98 AC Local 1,240 34,720 1.42 149 Summer Street Moore Avenue Prior Avenue 1130 27 AC Local 320 8,960 0.10 150 Summer Street Prior Avenue Howell Avenue 1131 9 AC Local 320 8,960 0.04 151 Tatum Street Larpenteur Avenue Roselawn Avenue 1132 97 AC Local 2,650 74,200 3.00 152 Vincent Avenue Hoyt Avenue Folwell Avenue 1133 97 AC Local 470 10,810 0.44 Total Area of Streets 2,394,100 69 <-- Weighted Average PCI 80 GoodPointe Technology, LLC Page 1 of 2 April 11, 2025 GoodPointe Technology, LLC 287 E. 6th Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55101 TASK 1. ASTM PCI PAVEMENT CONDITION SURVEY Proposed Scope of Services Under this task, GoodPointe will provide PCI data collection services for approximately 14 miles of selected roadways under the jurisdiction of the City of Falcon Heights. The surface condition assessment for this project will be based upon the standard survey condition methodology as defined in the ASTM 6433-23, by the American Society for Testing and Materials. The assessment will provide a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) for each pavement section defined in this project based upon a 100% surface area survey. Scope includes data entry and calculation of ASTM PCI using ICON SaaS. Project Deliverable PCI Survey Results MS Excel spreadsheet (PCI, Survey Date, MapID) Project Schedule A project schedule will be provided based upon the extent of the project and the notice to proceed date for the project. Source Data Required for this Project: 1) ESRI Shapefile Map (WGS84 format) with linear map features of pavements to be evaluated 2) Tabular (e.g. XLS) file of the indicating: a. Street name b. From street (limits) c. To street (limits) d. GIS Map ID e. Length (measured in linear feet) f. Surface Area (measured in square feet) g. Surface Type (AC, PCC, etc.) h. Latest Structural Project (e.g. Overlay, Reconstruction) i. Date of Latest Structural project (e.g. 6/1/2021) j. Latest Non-Structural Project (e.g. Seal coat) k. Date of Latest Non-Structural Project (e.g. 6/1/2021) Proposed Cost: $5,500.00 (Not-to-exceed) 81 GoodPointe Technology LLC April 11, 2025 City of Falcon Heights, MN GoodPointe Technology, LLC Page 2 of 2 Project Authorization Signature Page: Please sign, scan and return to tkadlec@goodpointe.com RE: 2025 PCI Pavement Condition Survey of Falcon Heights Roadway Network. Estimated Costs This cost estimate is based on providing the services described under the Scope of Services, and Proposed Cost Schedule dated April 11, 2025, for the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota. This cost estimate will not be exceeded without the additional authorization from the City. The hourly or unit cost presented in this contract is based on the scope of services described and the assumption that the project will be completed within one year from the signature date. If the project cannot be completed within the proposed schedule due to circumstances beyond our control, revising the unit costs may be required for completion of the remaining tasks. Invoices will be submitted on a monthly basis in accordance with the progress achieved in this project. Terms on payment for services are due immediately upon receipt. Authorization to Proceed: Please proceed according to the described scope of services denoted in Exhibit A.1 Total Authorized Budget: $5,500.00 Date Client City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota Authorized Signature Name Title Date April 11, 2025 Authorized Signature Anthony J. Kadlec, President GoodPointe Technology, LLC 287 E. 6th Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55101 USA 82 BLANK PAGE 83 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION (RCA) City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ Item Approval of Final Community Park Plans and Authorize Release of Bids Description Overview Staff and project manager WSB are requesting that the City Council approve the final plans for Community Park and authorize the release of bids for park construction. Bids will be handled by WSB and will be due on May 21st, at which point final pricing will be determined. WSB will then package the bids for approval at a following City Council meeting to begin demolition of current park amenities and construction of the new park, which remains on track for substantial completion in late 2025. Background At the February 12th City Council meeting, the City Council authorized the approval of the 50% plan set for Community Park. Since that approval, staff and our consultant, WSB, have been working to finalize plans for bid. The site plans as presented were developed using the core principles of: A) Keep costs low while improving park amenities. B) Protect and preserve healthy trees whenever possible, and replace if not C) Preserve and leave alone features that work well, such as the tennis courts, community garden, ball fields and other areas, while improving areas in need of repair. This includes removing the existing condemned park building, replacing the non-ADA compliant playground, and adding a small splashpad to improve park amenities. The final plans accomplish these goals. In regards to tree preservation, the plans minimize the removal of trees, and propose the planting of new trees to replace them. The proposed trees in the plans are placeholders, as the Environment Commission has requested a chance to review the plans. At the March 12th meeting, the City approved the purchase of a pre-fabricated park restroom and shelter building with Cedar Forest Products. Separate of this request will be a request to approve releasing a bid for a contractor to build and install the Meeting Date April 23, 2025 Agenda Item H1 Attachment(s) See below Submitted By Jack Linehan, City Administrator 84 shelter/restroom structure. Additionally, the splash pad and playground will be contracted separately. Next Steps Following approval of plans by the City Council and authorization of the release of bids, WSB will solicit bids following state procurement policies and bid the contract. Once a low bidder is determined, a proposed contract will be brought to the City Council for final approval. The order for the restroom/shelter building has been placed, so most of the work will include demolition and sitework to prepare for the installation of the building, playground, splash pad, stormwater basin, and parking lot resurfacing. Budget Impact The total amount budgeted for this project was $3.5 million in the 2025 Annual Budget. It was estimated that $2 million would come from cash-on-hand, and the City would bond for the additional $1.5 million needed to fund this project. The current final estimate is that the total project will come in near $2.47 million. The City has a grant application in for $350 thousand in support from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), which would help offset some of the proposed indirect costs to install rubber surfacing of the playground, add shade structures and build ornamental fencing. As this grant award will not be determined until July, and contracts related to the playground cannot begin until after grant agreements are completed in early Fall. To accommodate this timeline, all work relating to the playground is being bid as bid alternates, with the goal that we can award these after we know the status of the DNR grant. Attachment(s) • WSB Site Plans • Updated Budget Estimate • Resolution 25-36 Action(s) Requested Staff recommends the City Council approve Resolution 25-36 Approving the Final Site Plans and Authorizing Release of Bids for the Community Park Renovation Project 85 OH OH OH OH E 6" 12" 6" 6" 9" 12" 12" 10" 12" 12" 13" 6" 10" 13" 13" 8" 10" 10" 11" 13" 10"15" 16" 12" 13" NO PARKING NO PARKING 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK WITH THICKENED EDGE, SEE DETAIL BITUMINOUS TRAIL, SEE DETAIL SPLASH PAD, BY OTHERS & COORDINATE AS REQUIRED, SEE SPECS LANDSCAPE BED, SEE PLANTING PLAN SHADE SAIL, SEE SPECS PICNIC TABLES (TYP), SEE SPECS BENCH (TYP), SEE SPECS PICNIC TABLES, SEE SPECS BIKE RACK, SEE SPECS CEDAR FOREST BUILDING AND SHELTER, SEE SPECS TRASH AND RECYCLING RECEPTACLES, SEE SPECS TRASH AND RECYCLING RECEPTACLES, SEE SPECS ADA SIGNAGE, SEE DETAIL 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK WITH LIGHT BROOM FINISH, SEE DETAIL 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK WITH LIGHT BROOM FINISH, SEE DETAIL FUTURE EV CHARGING STATION, SEE ELECTRICAL PLANS FOR CONDUIT LOCATIONS 13'-7" 40'-0" 32'-0" 2'-0" 5'-0" 16'-0" 43'-5" R54' R8' R86'-8" R8'-0" 17'-8" 10'-0" 23'-8" R30'-0" R2'-0" R2'-6" R27'-0" R17'-0" R22'-0" R3'-0" R10'-0" R10'-0" 39'-0" 8'-0" 15'-9" 46'-6" 9'-2" 53'-10" 8'-0" 41'-10" 56'-3" 18'-1" 9'-6" 24'-2" 51'-4" 47'-10" 12'-9" 2'-2" 16'-0"14'-3" 5'-3" 13'-4" 3'-0" 22'-1" 13'-0" 23'-3" 8'-2" CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK, SEE DETAIL LANDSCAPE BED, SEE PLANTING PLAN 6'-0" D2 CURB & GUTTER (BID ALT) TAPER ALL D2 CURBS FROM 2" TO 0" OVER 3'-0" (TYP) K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - LAYOUT PLAN .dwg4/18/2025 10:24:17 AM SPLASH PAD ENLARGEMENT PLAN L3.1 AS SHOWN KMP RAS N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 10 20 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 SPLASH PAD ENLARGEMENT1 L3.1 5 1 L6.1 5 L6.1 LEGEND LAYOUT CONTROL POINT BITUMINOUS DRIVE PAVEMENT CENTERLINE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE 6 L6.0 8 L6.1 1 L6.1 KMP 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK 6" THICK CONCRETE WALK CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK BITUMINOUS TRAIL 1 L6.2 86 OH OH OH OH OH E 6" 5" 10" 12" 8" 10" 10" 11" 13" 10"15" 16" 12" 4' WIDE ENTRANCE GATE, SEE DETAIL 4" CONCRETE WALK, SEE DETAIL CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK, SEE DETAIL PLAY CURB (ALT BID #1), SEE DETAIL PICNIC TABLES (TYP), SEE SPECS FENCING, SEE DETAIL SHADE SAIL (TYP), SEE SPECS SHADE SAIL (TYP), SEE SPECS BENCH (TYP), SEE SPECS PICNIC TABLES (TYP), SEE SPECS TRASH RECEPTACLE / RECYCLING (TYP), SEE SPECS 4' WIDE ENTRANCE GATE, SEE DETAIL 42'-5" 34'-1" 69'-8" 15'-9" 46'-2" 56'-5" 8'-0"142'-1" 90'-5" 74'-7" 9'-5" 135° 135° 90° 122° 121° 90° 90° 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK WITH THICKENED EDGE, SEE DETAIL R5'-0" CONNECT TO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK 4" THICK CONCRETE PAD (TYP), SEE DETAIL FENCE MAINTENANCE STRIP (ALT BID #2), SEE DETAIL K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - LAYOUT PLAN .dwg4/18/2025 10:24:37 AM PLAYGROUND ENLARGEMENT L3.2 AS SHOWN KMP RASKMP N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 10 20 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 PLAYGROUND ENLARGEMENT (ALT BID)2 L3.1 5 6 L6.2 6 L6.2 1 L6.2 2 L6.1 PLAY EQUIPMENT BY OTHERS (USE FOR REFERENCE ONLY) LEGEND LAYOUT CONTROL POINT BITUMINOUS DRIVE PAVEMENT CENTERLINE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE 6 L6.0 6 L6.2 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK 6" THICK CONCRETE WALK CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK BITUMINOUS TRAIL 1 L6.1 1 L6.1 2 L6.1 87 E G G G G G G G G OH OH OH OH OH OHOHOHOHOHOH OH E 10000 983.76 1002A GPS HH HH HH HH S RIM: 988.47 981.77 NINV: 981.77 SIIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: 20" 6" 4" 10" 6" 4" 25" 7" 11" E 6" 5" 7" 8" 3"7" 15" 6" 13" 3"13" TNH ELEV: 991.04 S RIM: 987.74 E981.19INV: SW981.39IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: S RIM: 986.90 W978.48IIIIIINNNNNNVVVVVV:::::: TNH ELEV: 989.36 S RIM: 984.91 W976.46INV: E976.56IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: HHHH HHE 7" 6" 6" 6" 6" 7" 7" 7" 7" 15"12"6" 6" 9" 6"7" 7" 10" 14" 13" 12" 14" 10" 11" 11" 9" 8" 4" 12" 12" 10" 12" 12" 13" 6" 10" 13" 13" 6" 12" 14" 12" 27" 5" 8" 10" 10" 11" 13" 10"15" 16" 12" 13" 13" 5" 5"5" NO PARKING 0 1 0 1 2 2 L6.1 NO PARKING 0 1 0 1 2 4 L6.13 L6.1 R12'-0" 1 L6.2 1 L6.2 50'-0" EXISTING TENNIS COURTS TO REMAIN CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK, SEE DETAIL BITUMINOUS DRIVE, SEE DETAIL TIE INTO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK REPLACE CURB AND GUTTER REPLACE ROAD PAVEMENT, SEE DETAIL 6" CONCRETE WALK (TYP) STORMWATER POND, SEE UTILITY PLANS BITUMINOUS TRAIL (TYP), SEE DETAIL TIE INTO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK TIE INTO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK DELINEATED WETLAND BITUMINOUS TRAIL, SEE DETAIL TIE INTO EXISTING LIMESTONE WALK EXISTING GARDEN TO REMAIN 9'-0" 10'-10" CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK (TYP), SEE DETAIL YARD HYDRANT, VERIFY LOCATION, SEE DETAIL CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK (TYP), SEE DETAIL 17'-0" 16'-0" 17'-0" 8'-0" 7 L6.0 REINSTALL PARK ENTRANCE AND FITNESS COURSE SIGN REINSTALL MONUMENT SIGN, VERIFY LOCATION NEW "DO NOT ENTER" SIGN, SEE DETAIL 6 L6.1 ADA STRIPING, SEE DETAIL NEW "STOP" SIGN, SEE DETAIL 5 L6.1 75'-3" 83'-7" R40'-0" 18'-9" 5'-0" R24'-7" R36'-0" 14'-8" 315'-5" 7 L6.1 362'-8" 18'-9" 37'-8" R11'-0" R19'-0" R11'-0" 8'-0" 6'-0" 27'-11" 32'-4" 8'-0" 8'-0" 30'-10" 4" CONCRETE PAD (TYP) 8'-0" BITUMINOUS WALK (TYP) X L6.1 FULL DEPTH BITUMINOUS DRIVE PAVEMENT D2 CURB & GUTTER (BID ALT), SEE DETAIL NEW CURB & GUTTER TAPER FROM 6" TO 0" OVER 8'-0" B612 CURB & GUTTER, SEE DETAIL X L6.1 6 L6.1 NEW "ONE WAY ONLY" SIGN, SEE DETAIL RE-STRIPE SHOULDERS AND CENTER LIENS K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - LAYOUT PLAN .dwg4/17/2025 10:11:40 AM OVERALL LAYOUT PLAN L3.0 AS SHOWN KMP RASKMP LEGEND LAYOUT CONTROL POINT BITUMINOUS DRIVE PAVEMENT CENTERLINE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS 4" THICK CONCRETE WALK 6" THICK CONCRETE WALK CRUSHED LIMESTONE WALK EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE PLAYGROUND ENLARGEMENT, SEE L3.2 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 30 60OVERALL LAYOUT1 L3.0 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 SPLASH PAD ENLARGEMENT, SEE L3.1 1 L6.2 BITUMINOUS TRAIL 7 L6.1 88 E G G G G G G G G E 10000 983.76 1002A GPS 10001 980.44 treeline B 10002 982.38 treeline 10008 982.72 treeline 10009 982.59 treeline 10010 982.77 treeline 10011 983.36 treeline 10012 983.90 treeline 10013 983.76 treeline 10014 984.14 treeline 10015 982.99 treeline 10016 981.51 treeline 10017 981.63 treeline E ST RIM: 983.55 N 12 RCP979.95INV: W979.95IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: HH HH HH HH S RIM: 988.47 N981.77INV: 981.77 SIIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: 20" 6" 4" 10" 6" 4" 25" 7" 11" E 6" 5" 7" 8" 3"7" 15" 6" 13" 3" 12" 13" ST RIM: 984.07 E 15 RCP980.07INV: W 15 RCP980.07IIIIINNNNNV VVVV::::: ST RIM: 986.02 W 15 RCP981.08INV: N 15 RCP981.28IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: TNH ELEV: 991.04 S RIM: 987.74 E981.19INV: SW981.39IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: S RIM: 986.90 978.48 WIIIIIINNNNNNVVVVVV:::::: ST RIM: 985.95 S 15 RCP981.55IIIIIINNNNNNVVVVVV:::::: TNH ELEV: 989.36 S RIM: 984.91 W976.46INV: E976.56IIIIINNNNNVVVVV::::: HHHH HHE 7" 6" 6" 6" 6" 7" 7" 7" 7" 15"12" FDC 6" 6" 9" 6"7" 7" 10" 14" 13" 12" 14" 10" 11" 11" 9" 8" 4" 12" 12" 10" 12" 12" 13" 6" 10" 13" 13" 6" 12" 14" 12" 27" 5" 8" 10" 10" 11" 13" 10"15" 16" 12" 13" 13" 5" 5"5" TYPE I SEED MIX, SEE SPECS TYPE II SEED MIX, SEE SPECS Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 2 Northern Acclaim® Honey Locust 2" Cal B&B 3 Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 2 Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 1 Northern Acclaim® Honey Locust 2" Cal B&B 1 Autumn Brilliance Apple Serviceberry 1.5" Cal B&B 1 Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 3 Swamp White Oak 2" Cal B&B 1 INSTALL 5 CY CL III RIPRAP AND 20 SY GEOTEXTILE FILTER TYPE 4 INSTALL 4 CY CL III RIPRRAP AND 20 SY GEOTEXTILE FILTER TYPE 4 Autumn Blaze® Freeman Maple 2" Cal B&B 5 Autumn Blaze® Freeman Maple 2" Cal B&B 1 K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - PLNT PLAN .dwg4/17/2025 10:06:34 AM OVERALL PLANTING PLAN L5.0 AS SHOWN KMP RASKMP N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 30 60 LEGEND TYPE I SEED MIX PROPOSED CONTOUR 965 EXISTING CONTOUR EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS TYPE II SEED MIX - STORM BASIN FOR PLANTING ENLARGEMENT, SEE 1 / L5.2 FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 89 FDC 12" Prairie Dropseed #1 CONT. 7 PowWow Wild Berry Coneflower #1 CONT. 5 Prairie Dropseed #1 CONT. 7 Mesa Yellow Blanketflower #1 CONT. 3 Purple Coneflower #1 CONT. 5 Black-Eyed Susan #1 CONT. 5 Prairie Dropseed #1 CONT. 10 Northern Acclaim® Honey Locust 2" Cal B&B 1 Mesa Yellow Blanketflower #1 CONT. 3 Northern Acclaim® Honey Locust 2" Cal B&B 1 Prairie Dropseed #1 CONT. 8 Walker`s Low Catmint #1 CONT. 5 Black-Eyed Susan #1 CONT. 3 Autumn Brilliance Apple Serviceberry 1.5" Cal B&B 1 Autumn Brilliance Apple Serviceberry 1.5" Cal B&B 1 East Friesland Meadow Sage #1 CONT. 9 Mesa Yellow Blanketflower #1 CONT. 3 Walker`s Low Catmint #1 CONT. 6 SYMBOL QTY BOTANICAL / COMMON NAME CONT TREES 6 ACER X FREEMANII 'JEFFERSRED' / AUTUMN BLAZE® FREEMAN MAPLE 2" CAL B&B 6 GLEDITSIA TRIACANTHOS INERMIS `HARVE` / NORTHERN ACCLAIM® HONEY LOCUST 2" CAL B&B 9 QUERCUS BICOLOR / SWAMP WHITE OAK 2" CAL B&B ORNAMENTAL TREES 3 AMELANCHIER X GRANDIFLORA `AUTUMN BRILLIANCE` / AUTUMN BRILLIANCE APPLE SERVICEBERRY 1.5" CAL B&B SYMBOL QTY BOTANICAL / COMMON NAME SIZE PERENNIAL 5 ECHINACEA PURPUREA / PURPLE CONEFLOWER #1 CONT. 5 ECHINACEA PURPUREA `PAS702917` TM / POWWOW WILD BERRY CONEFLOWER #1 CONT. 9 GAILLARDIA X GRANDIFLORA 'MESA YELLOW' / MESA YELLOW BLANKETFLOWER #1 CONT. 11 NEPETA X FAASSENII `WALKER`S LOW` / WALKER`S LOW CATMINT #1 CONT. 8 RUDBECKIA FULGIDA `GOLDSTRUM` / BLACK-EYED SUSAN #1 CONT. 9 SALVIA NEMOROSA 'EAST FRIESLAND' / EAST FRIESLAND MEADOW SAGE #1 CONT. GRASSES / SEDGE 32 SPOROBOLUS HETEROLEPIS / PRAIRIE DROPSEED #1 CONT. PLANT SCHEDULE K:\023655-000\Cad\Plan\023655-000 - PLNT PLAN .dwg4/17/2025 10:06:44 AM LANDSCAPE ENLARGEMENTS L5.1 AS SHOWN KMP RASKMP LANDSCAPE ENLARGEMENTS1 L5.1 N SCALE IN FEET 0 H: 4 821 LEGEND TYPE I SEED MIX PROPOSED CONTOUR 965 EXISTING CONTOUR EXISTING DECIDUOUS TREE EXISTING CONIFER TREE CONSTRUCTION LIMITS FALCON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY PARK CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS, MN 023655-000 XXXXXX ELECTRICAL: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SHEET WSB PROJECT NO. CLIENT PROJECT NO. SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: SCALE: PLAN BY: DESIGN BY: CHECK BY: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN, SPECIFICATION, OR REPORT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. LIC. NO: DATE: REVISIONS NO.DATEDESCRIPTION ROBERT A. SLIPKA 44337 TYPE II SEED MIX - STORM BASIN LANDSCAPE SCHEDULE2 L5.1 90 No. MNDot No. Item Description Units Quantity Estimated Unit Cost Estimated Total Cost 1 2021.501 MOBILIZATION LS 1 $34,104.55 $34,104.55 2 2101.501 CLEARING AND GRUBBING LS 1 $35,000.00 $35,000.00 3 2104.501 REMOVE BUILDING LS 1 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 4 2104.501 REMOVE PLAY CONTAINER, EQUIPMENT AND SURFACING LS 1 $9,500.00 $9,500.00 5 2104.501 REMOVE EXISTING ELECTRICAL LS 1 $9,500.00 $9,500.00 6 2104.502 REMOVE DRAINAGE STRUCTURE EA 1 $2,400.00 $2,400.00 7 2104.502 REMOVE TRAFFIC SIGN EA 1 $100.00 $100.00 8 2104.502 REMOVE & RELOCATE FITNESS COURSE SIGN EA 1 $500.00 $500.00 9 2104.502 REMOVE & RELOCATE PARK MONUMENT SIGN EA 1 $500.00 $500.00 10 2104.502 REMOVE & SALVAGE FITNESS EQUIPMENT EA 1 $500.00 $500.00 11 2104.503 REMOVE CURB & GUTTER LF 85 $18.00 $1,530.00 12 2104.503 REMOVE SEWER PIPE (SANITARY) LF 320 $10.00 $3,200.00 13 2101.504 REMOVE CONCRETE PAVEMENT SY 320 $9.00 $2,880.00 14 2104.504 REMOVE BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SY 2,735 $7.00 $19,145.00 15 2104.504 REMOVE AGGREGATE PAVEMENT SY 560 $5.00 $2,800.00 16 2106.501 SITE GRADING LS 1 $85,000.00 $85,000.00 17 2108.504 GEOTEXTILE FABRIC TYPE 5 S Y 2,580 $3.00 $7,740.00 18 2123.610 STREET SWEEPER (WITH PICKUP BROOM) HOUR 10 $190.00 $1,900.00 19 2360.504 BITUMINOUS DRIVES (ON EXISTING SUBBASE) 3.5” THICK S Y 1,770 $26.00 $46,020.00 20 2360.504 BITUMINOUS DRIVES (WITH AGGREGATE BASE) 3.5” THICK S Y 480 $35.00 $16,800.00 21 2360.504 BITUMINOUS ROADWAY (WITH AGGREGATE BASE) 7” THICK S Y 130 $55.00 $7,150.00 22 2360.504 BITUMINOUS TRAILS (WITH AGGREGATE BASE) 3” THICK S Y 240 $35.00 $8,400.00 23 2451.507 COARSE FILTER AGGREGATE (CV) C Y 11 $85.00 $935.00 24 2451.607 FILTER MEDIA SPECIAL C Y 285 $40.00 $11,400.00 25 2501.502 12" RC PIPE APRON EA 2 $2,000.00 $4,000.00 26 2501.502 TRASH GUARD FOR 12" PIPE APRON EA 2 $700.00 $1,400.00 27 2502.503 4" PVC PIPE DRAIN (SOLID AND PERFORATED) L F 120 $20.00 $2,400.00 28 2502.503 6" PVC PIPE DRAIN L F 180 $25.00 $4,500.00 29 2502.503 6" PERF PE PIPE DRAIN L F 150 $25.00 $3,750.00 30 2502.602 6" PVC PIPE DRAIN CLEANOUT EA 4 $500.00 $2,000.00 31 2502.602 4" PVC PIPE DRAIN CLEANOUT EA 1 $500.00 $500.00 32 2503.602 CONNECT TO EXISTING WATERMAIN EA 1 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 33 2503.602 CONNECT TO EXISTING STORM SEWER EA 2 $1,500.00 $3,000.00 34 2503.602 CONNECT TO EXISTING SANITARY SEWER SERVICE EA 3 $1,500.00 $4,500.00 35 2503.602 SANITARY PIPE CLEANOUT EA 3 $500.00 $1,500.00 36 2503.503 12" RC PIPE SEWER DES 3006 CL V L F 100 $80.00 $8,000.00 37 2503.603 4" PVC SANITARY SERVICE PIPE L F 320 $30.00 $9,600.00 38 2504.602 1" CURB STOP AND BOX EA 1 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 Falcon Heights Community Park Improvements Falcon Heights, MN Date: April 17, 2025 | WSB #023655-000 BASE BID ITEMS 91 39 2504.602 BLOWOFF VALVE EA 2 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 40 2504.602 YARD HYDRANT EA 1 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 41 2504.603 4" WATERMAIN DUCTILE IRON CL 52 LF 75 $85.00 $6,375.00 42 2504.603 1.25" HDPE SDIR 7 LF 90 $60.00 $5,400.00 43 2504.603 2" HDPE SDIR 7 LF 65 $60.00 $3,900.00 44 2504.608 WATERMAIN FITTINGS LB 100 $30.00 $3,000.00 45 2506.502 CASTING ASSEMBLY EA 1 $1,200.00 $1,200.00 46 2506.503 CONST DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DES 72-4020 L F 4 $1,100.00 $4,400.00 47 2506.602 CONST DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN SPEC 1 EA 1 $12,000.00 $12,000.00 48 2506.602 CONST DRAINAGE STRUCTURE DESIGN SPEC 2 EA 1 $24,000.00 $24,000.00 49 2511.504 GEOTEXTILE FILTER TYPE 4 S Y 150 $4.00 $600.00 50 2511.507 GRANULAR FILTER C Y 0.6 $60.00 $36.00 51 2511.507 RANDOM RIPRAP CLASS III C Y 9 $125.00 $1,125.00 52 2521.518 4" CONCRETE PAVEMENT WITH BASE SF 7,100 $16.00 $113,600.00 53 2521.518 6" CONCRETE PAVEMENT WITH BASE SF 95 $18.00 $1,710.00 54 2521.518 CRUSHED STONE WALK SF 6,000 $8.00 $48,000.00 55 2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN B612 LF 125 $30.00 $3,750.00 56 2545.501 SITE ELECTRICAL LS 1 $50,000.00 $50,000.00 57 2564.602 SIGN PANELS TYPE SPECIAL EA 5 $200.00 $1,000.00 58 2571.502 DECIDUOUS TREE - 2.0" CAL B&B EA 21 $500.00 $10,500.00 59 2571.502 DECIDUOUS TREE - 1.5" CAL B&B EA 3 $500.00 $1,500.00 60 2571.502 PERENNIALS - NO 1 CONT EA 74 $35.00 $2,590.00 61 2573.502 STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION EXIT EA 1 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 62 2573.502 STORM DRAIN INLET PROTECTION EA 3 $300.00 $900.00 63 2573.503 SILT FENCE, TYPE MS LF 360 $3.00 $1,080.00 64 2557.503 TREE PROTECTION FENCE LF 1,200 $2.50 $3,000.00 65 2573.503 SEDIMENT CONTROL LOG TYPE WOOD FIBER LF 600 $5.00 $3,000.00 66 2574.504 EROSION CONTROL BLANKET CATEGORY 20 SY 470 $1.50 $705.00 67 2574.505 SEEDING – TYPE I SEED MIX AC 1.3 $8,000.00 $10,400.00 68 2574.505 SEEDING – TYPE II SEED MIX AC 0.1 $13,000.00 $1,300.00 69 2574.523 RAPID STABILIZATION METHOD 3 MGAL 6 $300.00 $1,800.00 70 2575.607 MULCH MATERIAL TYPE SPECIAL CY 18 $65.00 $1,170.00 71 2582.601 PAVEMENT MARKINGS LS 1 $6,500.00 $6,500.00 $716,195.55 $71,619.56 $787,815.11Total Base Bid: Contingency (10%): Subtotal: 92 No. MNDot No. Item Description Units Quantity Estimated Unit Cost Estimated Total Cost 1 2531.503 CONCRETE CURB & GUTTER DESIGN D212 LF 365 $30.00 $10,950.00 $10,950.00 $1,095.00 $12,045.00 No. MNDot No. Item Description Units Quantity Estimated Unit Cost Estimated Total Cost 1 2021.501 MOBILIZATION LS 1 $6,350.00 $6,350.00 2 2106.501 SITE GRADING LS 1 $3,500.00 $3,500.00 3 2525.503 CONCRETE PLAY CURB WITH BASE LF 360 $50.00 $18,000.00 4 2475.603 ORNAMENTAL FENCE DESIGN SPECIAL LF 410 $230.00 $94,300.00 5 2521.518 4" CONCRETE PAVEMENT WITH BASE SF 650 $16.00 $10,400.00 6 2574.505 SEEDING – TYPE I SEED MIX AC 0.1 $8,000.00 $800.00 $133,350.00 $13,335.00 $146,685.00 1 LS 1 $600,000.00 $600,000.00 2 LS 1 $250,000.00 $250,000.00 3 LS 1 $180,000.00 $180,000.00 4 EA 1 $115,000.00 $115,000.00 5 EA 7 $1,100.00 $7,700.00 6 EA 14 $2,000.00 $28,000.00 7 EA 5 $750.00 $3,750.00 8 EA 4 $2,500.00 $10,000.00 9 LS 1 $329,817.00 $329,817.00 $1,524,267.00 $2,470,812.11 BENCH (ESTIMATED) PICNIC TABLE (ESTIMATED) BIKE RACK (ESTIMATED) TRASH/RECYCLING RECEPTACLE (ESTIMATED) INDIRECT EXPENSES RESTROOM BUILDING / SHELTER (ESTIMATED) PLAY AREA RUBBER SURFACING ADD (ESTIMATED) WSB FEE Total Indirect Expenses: Total Project Cost: SPLASH PAD (ESTIMATED) PLAY EQUIPMENT AND EWF SURFACING (ESTIMATED) Subtotal: Contingency (10%): Total Alternate 2 Bid: ALTERNATE 1 BID ITEMS Subtotal: Contingency (10%): Total Alternate 1 Bid: ALTERNATE 2 BID ITEMS 93 1 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION April 23, 2025 No. 25-36 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL SITE PLANS AND AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF BIDS FOR THE COMMUNITY PARK RENOVATION PROJECT WHEREAS, in 2014, WSB & Associates, Inc. (“WSB”) completed a Parks Master Plan Study, which included an analysis of Community Park; and WHEREAS, the City of Falcon Heights engaged WSB in August 2023 to provide professional services related to the Community Park renovation project; and WHEREAS, the City Council approved the 50% plan set for the Community Park renovation on February 12, 2025; and WHEREAS, staff and WSB have finalized the plans for Community Park following the core principles of improving amenities while minimizing costs, preserving healthy trees wherever possible, and enhancing park features that are in need of repair; and WHEREAS, the final site plans maintain existing park amenities where feasible, propose the removal of outdated or non-compliant features, and include the addition of new facilities such as a small splash pad and ADA-compliant playground equipment; and WHEREAS, the final estimated total project cost is approximately $2.47 million; and WHEREAS, the City now desires to authorize the release of bids for construction activities related to the renovation of Community Park, including demolition, sitework, stormwater improvements, and resurfacing of the parking lot. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota: 1. The final site plans for Community Park, as prepared by WSB, are hereby approved. 2. The City Administrator, in coordination with WSB, is authorized to release bids for the Community Park renovation project consistent with the approved final site plans. 3. The City Administrator is authorized to approve minor modifications to the plans as necessary to facilitate the bidding process, provided that substantial changes shall require additional City Council approval. 4. ADOPTED this 23rd day of April, 2025, by the City Council of Falcon Heights, Minnesota. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 94 2 Moved by: Approved by: ________________________ Randall C. Gustafson Mayor GUSTAFSON ____ In Favor Attested by: ________________________ LEEHY Jack Linehan MEYER ____ Against City Administrator MIELKE WASSENBERG 95 20250421110202,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Sue Majerus suemajerus1@gmail.com_272.eml Hi Sue, Council Member Mielke has asked that I respond as the most appropriate contact for your questions. I've blind copied the City Council, per our guidelines. Chief Spiess and the leadership team at the St. Anthony Police Department are well informed of the consideration of the ParkMobile program and will be ready to work with the program. Once it's fully implemented, officers on patrol will get additional information as well. The officers on patrol likely don't know much about it as it's not a policy they need to know yet. Historically, all enforcement of parking during the State Fair has fallen on police officers, leaving them not able to focus on public safety. By bringing on Parking Ambassadors to monitor parking rather than leaving it to police to both monitor and enforce, it will free the sworn officers up to enforce traffic laws and public safety that isn't just parking. Additionally, the funds raised by the program will help cover the costs of the additional policing we will need if the State Fair won't cover those costs. For 2025, that will be approximately $35,000 in additional police overtime, which will fall on the City to cover if the State Fair doesn't voluntarily do so. Knowing these challenges, police leadership is supportive of the program and we're working together to make sure it works for all parties. The proposed enforcement hours of the program, which hasn't been decided yet, is 8AM-8PM. The "meters" allow for parking all day, so if someone parked on Saturday, August 30th at 6AM and paid for the day, they wouldn't be at risk for a ticket until after 8AM on Sunday. Residents with passes would be fine parking overnight the entire duration of the Fair. If someone needs to park on the street overnight without a pass, they likely could if they moved their car on-time the next morning. Many cities around Falcon Heights have no street parking 2AM-6AM year-round or during winter months. I live in Shoreview, and I or my guests will get a ticket if they park on the street overnight unless I apply for a temporary permit at least 24 hours in advance. Parts of Arona is suggested to be Resident State Fair Parking by Permit only as of our latest State Fair Task Force meeting, and we'll work with the townhomes that are abutting Arona to determine needs. Wellington Property Management, which owns Falcon Crossing (Merwin, Curves, New Fresh Wok, etc) will be informed the same as all other businesses on the program. They were built to code with enough parking on-site to avoid neighborhood parking. If their employees park in the neighborhoods, they will need to buy a daily ParkMobile pass. A better solution would be for Wellington to enforce parking in their lot and provide employees with an internal permitting system. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2025 3:33 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Tom Prather / Kris Grangaard <ktbd4@comcast.net>; Rice Davis <riceldavis@gmail.com> Subject: Fwd: Parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Moving forward sent to city council email for Paula Sue Majerus ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: <paula.mielke@comcast.net<mailto:paula.mielke@comcast.net>> Date: Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM Subject: Re: Parking To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Dear Sue, Please email any comments you have about fair parking to the city email address. And all communication about the city should be emailed to my council email address, not my personal email address. Thank you. Paula Mielke 651-492-4143 On Apr 13, 2025 1:56 PM, Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with businesses like Curves and Jimmy John - they heard about the parking plan but didn't get a notice. Their employees don't park In front of the business but over flow into the community for parking - so impact and issue with workers parking Furthermore it was pointed out to me that the 55 plus and townhomes that park in the community park over night. So if they paid meters stop at 12:00 they would wake up the next day going to work or errands with a ticket and same holds true for other residents Lastly , chatted with St Anthony policy today while they were out and about. Not sure how much you communicated with them but reaction was it would be an added burden on top of all others patrolling in the area. Sue Majerus 651 2065193 On Thu, Apr 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with falcon heights 55 plus residents and they oppose the parking plan. They spill over and depend on extra parking on the street. Yes they have guest parking but the residents still use the street parking . Furthermorethe townhouses also Depend on street parking Note 55 plus is both seniors retired and working folks . Sue Majerus https://www.comoconnects.org/ 20250421110202,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Sue Majerus suemajerus1@gmail.com_273.eml Hi Sue, Council Member Mielke has asked that I respond as the most appropriate contact for your questions. I've blind copied the City Council, per our guidelines. Chief Spiess and the leadership team at the St. Anthony Police Department are well informed of the consideration of the ParkMobile program and will be ready to work with the program. Once it's fully implemented, officers on patrol will get additional information as well. The officers on patrol likely don't know much about it as it's not a policy they need to know yet. Historically, all enforcement of parking during the State Fair has fallen on police officers, leaving them not able to focus on public safety. By bringing on Parking Ambassadors to monitor parking rather than leaving it to police to both monitor and enforce, it will free the sworn officers up to enforce traffic laws and public safety that isn't just parking. Additionally, the funds raised by the program will help cover the costs of the additional policing we will need if the State Fair won't cover those costs. For 2025, that will be approximately $35,000 in additional police overtime, which will fall on the City to cover if the State Fair doesn't voluntarily do so. Knowing these challenges, police leadership is supportive of the program and we're working together to make sure it works for all parties. The proposed enforcement hours of the program, which hasn't been decided yet, is 8AM-8PM. The "meters" allow for parking all day, so if someone parked on Saturday, August 30th at 6AM and paid for the day, they wouldn't be at risk for a ticket until after 8AM on Sunday. Residents with passes would be fine parking overnight the entire duration of the Fair. If someone needs to park on the street overnight without a pass, they likely could if they moved their car on-time the next morning. Many cities around Falcon Heights have no street parking 2AM-6AM year-round or during winter months. I live in Shoreview, and I or my guests will get a ticket if they park on the street overnight unless I apply for a temporary permit at least 24 hours in advance. Parts of Arona is suggested to be Resident State Fair Parking by Permit only as of our latest State Fair Task Force meeting, and we'll work with the townhomes that are abutting Arona to determine needs. Wellington Property Management, which owns Falcon Crossing (Merwin, Curves, New Fresh Wok, etc) will be informed the same as all other businesses on the program. They were built to code with enough parking on-site to avoid neighborhood parking. If their employees park in the neighborhoods, they will need to buy a daily ParkMobile pass. A better solution would be for Wellington to enforce parking in their lot and provide employees with an internal permitting system. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2025 3:33 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Tom Prather / Kris Grangaard <ktbd4@comcast.net>; Rice Davis <riceldavis@gmail.com> Subject: Fwd: Parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Moving forward sent to city council email for Paula Sue Majerus ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: <paula.mielke@comcast.net<mailto:paula.mielke@comcast.net>> Date: Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM Subject: Re: Parking To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Dear Sue, Please email any comments you have about fair parking to the city email address. And all communication about the city should be emailed to my council email address, not my personal email address. Thank you. Paula Mielke 651-492-4143 On Apr 13, 2025 1:56 PM, Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with businesses like Curves and Jimmy John - they heard about the parking plan but didn't get a notice. Their employees don't park In front of the business but over flow into the community for parking - so impact and issue with workers parking Furthermore it was pointed out to me that the 55 plus and townhomes that park in the community park over night. So if they paid meters stop at 12:00 they would wake up the next day going to work or errands with a ticket and same holds true for other residents Lastly , chatted with St Anthony policy today while they were out and about. Not sure how much you communicated with them but reaction was it would be an added burden on top of all others patrolling in the area. Sue Majerus 651 2065193 On Thu, Apr 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with falcon heights 55 plus residents and they oppose the parking plan. They spill over and depend on extra parking on the street. Yes they have guest parking but the residents still use the street parking . Furthermorethe townhouses also Depend on street parking Note 55 plus is both seniors retired and working folks . Sue Majerus https://www.comoconnects.org/ 20250421161446,Sue Majerus suemajerus1@gmail.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, _Tom Prather _ Kris Grangaard_ ktbd4_274.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. As stated in original Communication I am On the board for como connects and provides services to seniors in the 55 plus building. Some have caregivers that come and go and we provide services to the building . Your response Jack defines we would have to pay 25.00 for parking. Maybe Como Connects can see if we can acquire grant or donations for parking fees. Yes there are visitors spots but we can't always depend with the coming and going . Como connects meet with building manager and 55 plus seniors related to the st fair parking concerns. Yes the location does monitor parking on site . Might be built to meet parking codes but life brings us unexpected as we get older with caregivers and services to the 55 plus. Sue Majerus On Mon, Apr 21, 2025 at 11:02 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Sue, Council Member Mielke has asked that I respond as the most appropriate contact for your questions. I've blind copied the City Council, per our guidelines. Chief Spiess and the leadership team at the St. Anthony Police Department are well informed of the consideration of the ParkMobile program and will be ready to work with the program. Once it's fully implemented, officers on patrol will get additional information as well. The officers on patrol likely don't know much about it as it's not a policy they need to know yet. Historically, all enforcement of parking during the State Fair has fallen on police officers, leaving them not able to focus on public safety. By bringing on Parking Ambassadors to monitor parking rather than leaving it to police to both monitor and enforce, it will free the sworn officers up to enforce traffic laws and public safety that isn't just parking. Additionally, the funds raised by the program will help cover the costs of the additional policing we will need if the State Fair won't cover those costs. For 2025, that will be approximately $35,000 in additional police overtime, which will fall on the City to cover if the State Fair doesn't voluntarily do so. Knowing these challenges, police leadership is supportive of the program and we're working together to make sure it works for all parties. The proposed enforcement hours of the program, which hasn't been decided yet, is 8AM-8PM. The "meters" allow for parking all day, so if someone parked on Saturday, August 30th at 6AM and paid for the day, they wouldn't be at risk for a ticket until after 8AM on Sunday. Residents with passes would be fine parking overnight the entire duration of the Fair. If someone needs to park on the street overnight without a pass, they likely could if they moved their car on-time the next morning. Many cities around Falcon Heights have no street parking 2AM-6AM year-round or during winter months. I live in Shoreview, and I or my guests will get a ticket if they park on the street overnight unless I apply for a temporary permit at least 24 hours in advance. Parts of Arona is suggested to be Resident State Fair Parking by Permit only as of our latest State Fair Task Force meeting, and we'll work with the townhomes that are abutting Arona to determine needs. Wellington Property Management, which owns Falcon Crossing (Merwin, Curves, New Fresh Wok, etc) will be informed the same as all other businesses on the program. They were built to code with enough parking on-site to avoid neighborhood parking. If their employees park in the neighborhoods, they will need to buy a daily ParkMobile pass. A better solution would be for Wellington to enforce parking in their lot and provide employees with an internal permitting system. Sincerely, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2025 3:33 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Tom Prather / Kris Grangaard <ktbd4@comcast.net<mailto:ktbd4@comcast.net>>; Rice Davis <riceldavis@gmail.com<mailto:riceldavis@gmail.com>> Subject: Fwd: Parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Moving forward sent to city council email for Paula Sue Majerus ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: <paula.mielke@comcast.net<mailto:paula.mielke@comcast.net>> Date: Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM Subject: Re: Parking To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Dear Sue, Please email any comments you have about fair parking to the city email address. And all communication about the city should be emailed to my council email address, not my personal email address. Thank you. Paula Mielke 651-492-4143 On Apr 13, 2025 1:56 PM, Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with businesses like Curves and Jimmy John - they heard about the parking plan but didn't get a notice. Their employees don't park In front of the business but over flow into the community for parking - so impact and issue with workers parking Furthermore it was pointed out to me that the 55 plus and townhomes that park in the community park over night. So if they paid meters stop at 12:00 they would wake up the next day going to work or errands with a ticket and same holds true for other residents Lastly , chatted with St Anthony policy today while they were out and about. Not sure how much you communicated with them but reaction was it would be an added burden on top of all others patrolling in the area. Sue Majerus 651 2065193 On Thu, Apr 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with falcon heights 55 plus residents and they oppose the parking plan. They spill over and depend on extra parking on the street. Yes they have guest parking but the residents still use the street parking . Furthermorethe townhouses also Depend on street parking Note 55 plus is both seniors retired and working folks . Sue Majerus https://www.comoconnects.org/ 20250421171111,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Rice Davis riceldavis@gmail.com_276.eml Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, April 21, 2025 11:02 AM To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com> Subject: Re: Parking Hi Sue, Council Member Mielke has asked that I respond as the most appropriate contact for your questions. I've blind copied the City Council, per our guidelines. Chief Spiess and the leadership team at the St. Anthony Police Department are well informed of the consideration of the ParkMobile program and will be ready to work with the program. Once it's fully implemented, officers on patrol will get additional information as well. The officers on patrol likely don't know much about it as it's not a policy they need to know yet. Historically, all enforcement of parking during the State Fair has fallen on police officers, leaving them not able to focus on public safety. By bringing on Parking Ambassadors to monitor parking rather than leaving it to police to both monitor and enforce, it will free the sworn officers up to enforce traffic laws and public safety that isn't just parking. Additionally, the funds raised by the program will help cover the costs of the additional policing we will need if the State Fair won't cover those costs. For 2025, that will be approximately $35,000 in additional police overtime, which will fall on the City to cover if the State Fair doesn't voluntarily do so. Knowing these challenges, police leadership is supportive of the program and we're working together to make sure it works for all parties. The proposed enforcement hours of the program, which hasn't been decided yet, is 8AM-8PM. The "meters" allow for parking all day, so if someone parked on Saturday, August 30th at 6AM and paid for the day, they wouldn't be at risk for a ticket until after 8AM on Sunday. Residents with passes would be fine parking overnight the entire duration of the Fair. If someone needs to park on the street overnight without a pass, they likely could if they moved their car on-time the next morning. Many cities around Falcon Heights have no street parking 2AM-6AM year-round or during winter months. I live in Shoreview, and I or my guests will get a ticket if they park on the street overnight unless I apply for a temporary permit at least 24 hours in advance. Parts of Arona is suggested to be Resident State Fair Parking by Permit only as of our latest State Fair Task Force meeting, and we'll work with the townhomes that are abutting Arona to determine needs. Wellington Property Management, which owns Falcon Crossing (Merwin, Curves, New Fresh Wok, etc) will be informed the same as all other businesses on the program. They were built to code with enough parking on-site to avoid neighborhood parking. If their employees park in the neighborhoods, they will need to buy a daily ParkMobile pass. A better solution would be for Wellington to enforce parking in their lot and provide employees with an internal permitting system. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2025 3:33 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Tom Prather / Kris Grangaard <ktbd4@comcast.net>; Rice Davis <riceldavis@gmail.com> Subject: Fwd: Parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Moving forward sent to city council email for Paula Sue Majerus ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: <paula.mielke@comcast.net<mailto:paula.mielke@comcast.net>> Date: Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM Subject: Re: Parking To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Dear Sue, Please email any comments you have about fair parking to the city email address. And all communication about the city should be emailed to my council email address, not my personal email address. Thank you. Paula Mielke 651-492-4143 On Apr 13, 2025 1:56 PM, Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with businesses like Curves and Jimmy John - they heard about the parking plan but didn't get a notice. Their employees don't park In front of the business but over flow into the community for parking - so impact and issue with workers parking Furthermore it was pointed out to me that the 55 plus and townhomes that park in the community park over night. So if they paid meters stop at 12:00 they would wake up the next day going to work or errands with a ticket and same holds true for other residents Lastly , chatted with St Anthony policy today while they were out and about. Not sure how much you communicated with them but reaction was it would be an added burden on top of all others patrolling in the area. Sue Majerus 651 2065193 On Thu, Apr 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with falcon heights 55 plus residents and they oppose the parking plan. They spill over and depend on extra parking on the street. Yes they have guest parking but the residents still use the street parking . Furthermorethe townhouses also Depend on street parking Note 55 plus is both seniors retired and working folks . Sue Majerus https://www.comoconnects.org/ 20250421201612,James Wassenberg james.wassenberg@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_277.eml One other thing for your info Jack. When I surveyed parking, Arona south of larpenteur had one or two cars parked on it during the day. At 10 pm at night there were 5 cars parked in the same area. So that is about how many cars we are talking about. I had assumed those extra 3-4 cars were coming from the adjacent apartments to the east, but it is possible they were from the 55 plus building. Jim ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan Sent: Monday, April 21, 2025 11:02 AM To: Sue Majerus Subject: Re: Parking Hi Sue, Council Member Mielke has asked that I respond as the most appropriate contact for your questions. I've blind copied the City Council, per our guidelines. Chief Spiess and the leadership team at the St. Anthony Police Department are well informed of the consideration of the ParkMobile program and will be ready to work with the program. Once it's fully implemented, officers on patrol will get additional information as well. The officers on patrol likely don't know much about it as it's not a policy they need to know yet. Historically, all enforcement of parking during the State Fair has fallen on police officers, leaving them not able to focus on public safety. By bringing on Parking Ambassadors to monitor parking rather than leaving it to police to both monitor and enforce, it will free the sworn officers up to enforce traffic laws and public safety that isn't just parking. Additionally, the funds raised by the program will help cover the costs of the additional policing we will need if the State Fair won't cover those costs. For 2025, that will be approximately $35,000 in additional police overtime, which will fall on the City to cover if the State Fair doesn't voluntarily do so. Knowing these challenges, police leadership is supportive of the program and we're working together to make sure it works for all parties. The proposed enforcement hours of the program, which hasn't been decided yet, is 8AM-8PM. The "meters" allow for parking all day, so if someone parked on Saturday, August 30th at 6AM and paid for the day, they wouldn't be at risk for a ticket until after 8AM on Sunday. Residents with passes would be fine parking overnight the entire duration of the Fair. If someone needs to park on the street overnight without a pass, they likely could if they moved their car on-time the next morning. Many cities around Falcon Heights have no street parking 2AM-6AM year-round or during winter months. I live in Shoreview, and I or my guests will get a ticket if they park on the street overnight unless I apply for a temporary permit at least 24 hours in advance. Parts of Arona is suggested to be Resident State Fair Parking by Permit only as of our latest State Fair Task Force meeting, and we'll work with the townhomes that are abutting Arona to determine needs. Wellington Property Management, which owns Falcon Crossing (Merwin, Curves, New Fresh Wok, etc) will be informed the same as all other businesses on the program. They were built to code with enough parking on-site to avoid neighborhood parking. If their employees park in the neighborhoods, they will need to buy a daily ParkMobile pass. A better solution would be for Wellington to enforce parking in their lot and provide employees with an internal permitting system. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2025 3:33 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Tom Prather / Kris Grangaard <ktbd4@comcast.net>; Rice Davis <riceldavis@gmail.com> Subject: Fwd: Parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Moving forward sent to city council email for Paula Sue Majerus ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: <paula.mielke@comcast.net<mailto:paula.mielke@comcast.net>> Date: Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM Subject: Re: Parking To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Dear Sue, Please email any comments you have about fair parking to the city email address. And all communication about the city should be emailed to my council email address, not my personal email address. Thank you. Paula Mielke 651-492-4143 On Apr 13, 2025 1:56 PM, Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with businesses like Curves and Jimmy John - they heard about the parking plan but didn't get a notice. Their employees don't park In front of the business but over flow into the community for parking - so impact and issue with workers parking Furthermore it was pointed out to me that the 55 plus and townhomes that park in the community park over night. So if they paid meters stop at 12:00 they would wake up the next day going to work or errands with a ticket and same holds true for other residents Lastly , chatted with St Anthony policy today while they were out and about. Not sure how much you communicated with them but reaction was it would be an added burden on top of all others patrolling in the area. Sue Majerus 651 2065193 On Thu, Apr 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with falcon heights 55 plus residents and they oppose the parking plan. They spill over and depend on extra parking on the street. Yes they have guest parking but the residents still use the street parking . Furthermorethe townhouses also Depend on street parking Note 55 plus is both seniors retired and working folks . Sue Majerus https://www.comoconnects.org/ 20250424112638,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_282.eml Hi Rob, I just got your voicemail coming out of a meeting. My attorney sent me over the following yesterday and I think he was going to share with Diana, but if he did not, how do you feel about adding the following language and leaving the cap in place? ParkMobile agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client, its employees, officials, and agents from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third Party Claim arising out ParkMobile’s disclosure or use of ParkMobile User Data. If we could use that language and then exclude that indemnification obligation from the limitation of liability, I think that would get what we are looking for as far as coverage for data breach. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Friday, April 18, 2025 1:04 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, I just gave you a call. Let me know when is a good time to chat. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Thu, Apr 17, 2025, 7:39 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I'm pretty free tomorrow after 11:30AM CST if that works. How's 1PM? Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2025 4:42:41 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, When do you have time to review the liability cap term? I have an update. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250424170901,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,'Georgiana May' gmay@umn.edu_283.eml Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, April 21, 2025 11:02 AM To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com> Subject: Re: Parking Hi Sue, Council Member Mielke has asked that I respond as the most appropriate contact for your questions. I've blind copied the City Council, per our guidelines. Chief Spiess and the leadership team at the St. Anthony Police Department are well informed of the consideration of the ParkMobile program and will be ready to work with the program. Once it's fully implemented, officers on patrol will get additional information as well. The officers on patrol likely don't know much about it as it's not a policy they need to know yet. Historically, all enforcement of parking during the State Fair has fallen on police officers, leaving them not able to focus on public safety. By bringing on Parking Ambassadors to monitor parking rather than leaving it to police to both monitor and enforce, it will free the sworn officers up to enforce traffic laws and public safety that isn't just parking. Additionally, the funds raised by the program will help cover the costs of the additional policing we will need if the State Fair won't cover those costs. For 2025, that will be approximately $35,000 in additional police overtime, which will fall on the City to cover if the State Fair doesn't voluntarily do so. Knowing these challenges, police leadership is supportive of the program and we're working together to make sure it works for all parties. The proposed enforcement hours of the program, which hasn't been decided yet, is 8AM-8PM. The "meters" allow for parking all day, so if someone parked on Saturday, August 30th at 6AM and paid for the day, they wouldn't be at risk for a ticket until after 8AM on Sunday. Residents with passes would be fine parking overnight the entire duration of the Fair. If someone needs to park on the street overnight without a pass, they likely could if they moved their car on-time the next morning. Many cities around Falcon Heights have no street parking 2AM-6AM year-round or during winter months. I live in Shoreview, and I or my guests will get a ticket if they park on the street overnight unless I apply for a temporary permit at least 24 hours in advance. Parts of Arona is suggested to be Resident State Fair Parking by Permit only as of our latest State Fair Task Force meeting, and we'll work with the townhomes that are abutting Arona to determine needs. Wellington Property Management, which owns Falcon Crossing (Merwin, Curves, New Fresh Wok, etc) will be informed the same as all other businesses on the program. They were built to code with enough parking on-site to avoid neighborhood parking. If their employees park in the neighborhoods, they will need to buy a daily ParkMobile pass. A better solution would be for Wellington to enforce parking in their lot and provide employees with an internal permitting system. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com> Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2025 3:33 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Cc: Tom Prather / Kris Grangaard <ktbd4@comcast.net>; Rice Davis <riceldavis@gmail.com> Subject: Fwd: Parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Moving forward sent to city council email for Paula Sue Majerus ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: <paula.mielke@comcast.net<mailto:paula.mielke@comcast.net>> Date: Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM Subject: Re: Parking To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Dear Sue, Please email any comments you have about fair parking to the city email address. And all communication about the city should be emailed to my council email address, not my personal email address. Thank you. Paula Mielke 651-492-4143 On Apr 13, 2025 1:56 PM, Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with businesses like Curves and Jimmy John - they heard about the parking plan but didn't get a notice. Their employees don't park In front of the business but over flow into the community for parking - so impact and issue with workers parking Furthermore it was pointed out to me that the 55 plus and townhomes that park in the community park over night. So if they paid meters stop at 12:00 they would wake up the next day going to work or errands with a ticket and same holds true for other residents Lastly , chatted with St Anthony policy today while they were out and about. Not sure how much you communicated with them but reaction was it would be an added burden on top of all others patrolling in the area. Sue Majerus 651 2065193 On Thu, Apr 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with falcon heights 55 plus residents and they oppose the parking plan. They spill over and depend on extra parking on the street. Yes they have guest parking but the residents still use the street parking . Furthermorethe townhouses also Depend on street parking Note 55 plus is both seniors retired and working folks . Sue Majerus https://www.comoconnects.org/ 20250424172324,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_284.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks. Jack does a pretty good job here. OMG, I've just had it with Sue, I've got to just turn off my brain to all of this jabber from her.... :/ I did appreciate knowing how Jack and Council are responding. More importantly - great to get that update on Bruce's appointment. Georgiana On Thu, Apr 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> wrote: Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Monday, April 21, 2025 11:02 AM To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Subject: Re: Parking Hi Sue, Council Member Mielke has asked that I respond as the most appropriate contact for your questions. I've blind copied the City Council, per our guidelines. Chief Spiess and the leadership team at the St. Anthony Police Department are well informed of the consideration of the ParkMobile program and will be ready to work with the program. Once it's fully implemented, officers on patrol will get additional information as well. The officers on patrol likely don't know much about it as it's not a policy they need to know yet. Historically, all enforcement of parking during the State Fair has fallen on police officers, leaving them not able to focus on public safety. By bringing on Parking Ambassadors to monitor parking rather than leaving it to police to both monitor and enforce, it will free the sworn officers up to enforce traffic laws and public safety that isn't just parking. Additionally, the funds raised by the program will help cover the costs of the additional policing we will need if the State Fair won't cover those costs. For 2025, that will be approximately $35,000 in additional police overtime, which will fall on the City to cover if the State Fair doesn't voluntarily do so. Knowing these challenges, police leadership is supportive of the program and we're working together to make sure it works for all parties. The proposed enforcement hours of the program, which hasn't been decided yet, is 8AM-8PM. The "meters" allow for parking all day, so if someone parked on Saturday, August 30th at 6AM and paid for the day, they wouldn't be at risk for a ticket until after 8AM on Sunday. Residents with passes would be fine parking overnight the entire duration of the Fair. If someone needs to park on the street overnight without a pass, they likely could if they moved their car on-time the next morning. Many cities around Falcon Heights have no street parking 2AM-6AM year-round or during winter months. I live in Shoreview, and I or my guests will get a ticket if they park on the street overnight unless I apply for a temporary permit at least 24 hours in advance. Parts of Arona is suggested to be Resident State Fair Parking by Permit only as of our latest State Fair Task Force meeting, and we'll work with the townhomes that are abutting Arona to determine needs. Wellington Property Management, which owns Falcon Crossing (Merwin, Curves, New Fresh Wok, etc) will be informed the same as all other businesses on the program. They were built to code with enough parking on-site to avoid neighborhood parking. If their employees park in the neighborhoods, they will need to buy a daily ParkMobile pass. A better solution would be for Wellington to enforce parking in their lot and provide employees with an internal permitting system. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2025 3:33 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>> Cc: Tom Prather / Kris Grangaard <ktbd4@comcast.net<mailto:ktbd4@comcast.net>>; Rice Davis <riceldavis@gmail.com<mailto:riceldavis@gmail.com>> Subject: Fwd: Parking Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Moving forward sent to city council email for Paula Sue Majerus ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: <paula.mielke@comcast.net<mailto:paula.mielke@comcast.net>> Date: Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM Subject: Re: Parking To: Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> Dear Sue, Please email any comments you have about fair parking to the city email address. And all communication about the city should be emailed to my council email address, not my personal email address. Thank you. Paula Mielke 651-492-4143 On Apr 13, 2025 1:56 PM, Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with businesses like Curves and Jimmy John - they heard about the parking plan but didn't get a notice. Their employees don't park In front of the business but over flow into the community for parking - so impact and issue with workers parking Furthermore it was pointed out to me that the 55 plus and townhomes that park in the community park over night. So if they paid meters stop at 12:00 they would wake up the next day going to work or errands with a ticket and same holds true for other residents Lastly , chatted with St Anthony policy today while they were out and about. Not sure how much you communicated with them but reaction was it would be an added burden on top of all others patrolling in the area. Sue Majerus 651 2065193 On Thu, Apr 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM Sue Majerus <suemajerus1@gmail.com<mailto:suemajerus1@gmail.com>> wrote: I meet up with falcon heights 55 plus residents and they oppose the parking plan. They spill over and depend on extra parking on the street. Yes they have guest parking but the residents still use the street parking . Furthermorethe townhouses also Depend on street parking Note 55 plus is both seniors retired and working folks . Sue Majerus https://www.comoconnects.org/ 20250425100437,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_285.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack! We have a yes!!!!!!! Would you redline that clause into the contract and sent it to me? Best, Rob On Thu, Apr 24, 2025 at 11:26 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I just got your voicemail coming out of a meeting. My attorney sent me over the following yesterday and I think he was going to share with Diana, but if he did not, how do you feel about adding the following language and leaving the cap in place? ParkMobile agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client, its employees, officials, and agents from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third Party Claim arising out ParkMobile’s disclosure or use of ParkMobile User Data. If we could use that language and then exclude that indemnification obligation from the limitation of liability, I think that would get what we are looking for as far as coverage for data breach. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 18, 2025 1:04 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, I just gave you a call. Let me know when is a good time to chat. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Thu, Apr 17, 2025, 7:39 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, I'm pretty free tomorrow after 11:30AM CST if that works. How's 1PM? Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, April 17, 2025 4:42:41 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, When do you have time to review the liability cap term? I have an update. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250425125641,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_286.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250425132555,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_287.eml Could you resend? Attachment didn't go through. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 12:56 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250425132922,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_288.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Apologies for that! Please let me know if you have any trouble opening the attachment. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Apr 25, 2025, 1:26 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Could you resend? Attachment didn't go through. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 12:56 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] This ParkMobile Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Parkmobile, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, with offices at 1100 Spring St. NW, Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 (“ParkMobile”) and City of Falcon Heights, a Minnesota municipality, with offices at 2077 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 (“Client”). This Agreement will become effective as of the last signature date below (the “Effective Date”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements set forth in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: PARTY CONTACTS Client ParkMobile Legal Name: City of Falcon Heights Legal Name: Parkmobile, LLC Contact: Sales Rep: Rob Stephens Email: Email: Rob.Stephens@parkmobile.io Phone: Phone: 531-229-6942 Address: Address: City of Falcon Heights 2077 Larpenteur Ave W Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Parkmobile, LLC 1100 Spring St. NWSte 200 Atlanta, GA 30309 For legal notices: with a copy to ParkMobile’s Legal Department at the above address and to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. SERVICE TERMS Services ParkMobile will provide Client with the Services related to the following types of parking transactions: On-Demand, Reservations Initial Term 3 years beginning on the Effective Date Renewal This Agreement will automatically renew for additional successive one (1) year terms unless earlier terminated pursuant to this Agreement's express provisions or either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days before the end of the then-current term (each a "Renewal Term" and, collectively, together with the Initial Term, the "Term"). Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement effective immediately on written notice to the other party, if the breaching party materially breaches this Agreement, and such breach: (i) is incapable of cure; or (ii) being capable of cure, remains uncured thirty (30) days after the non-breaching party provides the breaching party with written notice of such breach. Merchant of Record The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. ParkMobile will remit any amounts due Client in arrears to Client on the 15th of the following month. Parking Locations The Services will be provided to Client in the following locations / geographical territory: All client locations Signage Client will receive one free welcome kit that includes the aluminum signs and/or decal stickers necessary to complete implementation (installation not included). All signage included in the welcome kit is designed using ParkMobile's standard signage templates. Custom signage may be made available to Client for purchase at ParkMobile's current signage rates. Any requested changes to ParkMobile's standard signage templates will be treated as custom signage. Additional and/or replacement signage may be purchased by Client at ParkMobile's then-current signage rates. Installation and maintenance of all signage is Client's sole responsibility. Governing Law State of Minnesota Schedules This Agreement incorporates the following Schedules: Schedule 1: Client General Terms and Conditions; Schedule 2: Services; Schedule 3: Client Electronic Funds Authorization Form IMPLEMENTATION FEES Description Units Rate Price Implementation Fee 0 $1,000.00 $0.00 Custom Development 0 $165.00/hr $0.00 Total Implementation Fees: $0.00 ADDITIONAL FEES Call Center & Customer Support WAIVED Client Support & Maintenance WAIVED Hosting WAIVED Enforcement Portal WAIVED Reporting Portal WAIVED Marketing & Advertising WAIVED Promotional Codes $250.00 / month USER FEES On-Demand User Fee $0.40 per transaction On-Demand Event User Fee 15% per transaction Reservation User Fee 15% of parking fee “No-Charge” Reservation Service Fee $1.00 per no-charge reservation The parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date. City of Falcon Heights Parkmobile, LLC By:$docusign:SignHere::Customer1 By:$docusign:SignHere::InternalSigner1 Name:$docusign:FullName::Customer1 Name:$docusign:FullName::InternalSigner1 Title:$docusign:Title::Customer1 Title:$docusign:Title::InternalSigner1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::Customer1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::InternalSigner1 SCHEDULE 1: CLIENT GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS SERVICES 1.1 General. During the term, ParkMobile will provide the Services to Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 1.2 Launch Date. The parties will mutually agree upon the launch date for the Services. 1.3 ParkMobile Application. On and after the launch date, Client’s Parking Locations, along with associated Parking Information, will be made available to the general public through the ParkMobile Application. 1.4Parking Management Services. Subject to the license granted in Section 2, Client will be provided access to the Platform to manage Client’s Parking Locations and associated Parking Information. 1.5 Parking Locations. The parties agree that ParkMobile does not own, operate, manage, or maintain any Parking Location. Client agrees that ParkMobile is not responsible for the condition or operation of any Parking Location, including, but not limited to, the operation of third-party hardware and/or software-based solutions used by Client at the Parking Location or for the delivery and/or fulfillment of parking or other services at the Parking Location. 1.6 Publicity of Services. Each party will use commercially reasonable efforts to market the Services throughout the Term. All brochures and promotional material to be distributed by Client will be in a form mutually agreed upon by the parties, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. 1.7 Exclusivity. Throughout the term, the parties agree that ParkMobile will be the exclusive provider of electronic payment parking services for Client. 1.8 PCI DSS. ParkMobile has obtained, and will continue to maintain throughout the term, Payment Card Industry – Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) certification. 1.9Online Client General Terms & Conditions. The parties agree that this Agreement supersedes the Client General Terms and Conditions that is publicly available at https://parkmobile.io/client-terms with respect to the Services provided under this Agreement. ACCESS & USE OF PLATFORM 2.1Provision of Access. Subject to and conditioned on Client's and its Authorized Users' compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, all applicable laws and regulations, and Client’s payment of fees, ParkMobile grants Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use the Platform during the Term. Such use is limited to Client’s internal use. ParkMobile will provide Client the Access Credentials within a reasonable time following the Effective Date. 2.2Documentation License. ParkMobile hereby grants to Client a non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to use the Documentation during the Term solely for Client's internal business purposes in connection with its use of the Services. 2.3Use Restrictions. Client will not, directly or indirectly, and will not permit any third party to, access or use the Platform except as expressly permitted by this Agreement. For purposes of clarity and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Client shall not, except as this Agreement expressly permits: (a) copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Platform or Documentation, in whole or in part; (b) rent, lease, copy, lend, sell, sublicense, assign, distribute, publish, transfer, or otherwise make available the Platform or Documentation to any person or entity; (c) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, decode, adapt, or otherwise attempt to derive or gain access to any software component of the Platform, in whole or in part; (d) bypass or breach any security device or protection used by the Platform or access or use the Platform other than by an Authorized User through the use of his or her own then valid Access Credentials; (e) remove any proprietary notices from the Platform or Documentation; (f) use the Platform or Documentation in any manner or for any purpose that infringes, misappropriates, or otherwise violates any IP Right or other right of any person, or that violates any applicable law; (g) upload invalid data, malware, or other software agents through the Platform; or (h) use the Platform for any purpose beyond the scope of the access granted in this Agreement. 2.4Reservation of Rights. Nothing in this Agreement grants any right, title, or interest in or to (including any license under) any IP Rights in or relating to, the Services, whether expressly, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise. All right, title, and interest in and to the Services are and will remain with ParkMobile. 2.5Changes. ParkMobile reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to make any changes to the Services that it deems necessary or useful to: (a) maintain or enhance: (i) the quality or delivery of ParkMobile's services to its customers; (ii) the competitive strength of or market for ParkMobile's services; or (iii) the Services' cost efficiency or performance; or (b) to comply with applicable law. 2.6Suspension or Termination of Services. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, ParkMobile may suspend, terminate, or otherwise Client’s, any Authorized User’s, or any other person’s access to or use of all or any part of the Services, without incurring any resulting obligation or liability, if: (a) ParkMobile receives a judicial or other governmental demand or order, subpoena, or law enforcement request that expressly or by reasonable implication requires ParkMobile to do so; or (b) ParkMobile believes, in its good faith and sole discretion, that (i) Client or any Authorized User has failed to comply with any material term of this Agreement, or accessed or used the Services beyond the scope of the rights granted or for a purpose not authorized under this Agreement; (ii) Client or any Authorized User is, has been, or is likely to be using the Services for fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful activities; (iii) there is a threat or attack on any of the Services; (iv) Client’s or any Authorized User’s use of the Services disrupts or poses a security risk to ParkMobile or to any other client, end user, vendor or partner of ParkMobile; or (v) this Agreement expires or is terminated. This Section does not limit any of ParkMobile's other rights or remedies, whether at law, in equity, or under this Agreement. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1Use of Platform Account. Client is responsible and liable for all uses of the Platform resulting from access provided by Client, directly or indirectly, whether such access or use is permitted by or in violation of this Agreement. Client must notify ParkMobile immediately of any breach of security or unauthorized use of Client’s account. 3.2Parking Information. Client is responsible for setting all rates, zones, and other required information regarding its Parking Locations offered through the ParkMobile Application and for keeping such information up to date within the Platform. 3.3Effect of Client Failure or Delay. ParkMobile is not responsible or liable for any delay or failure of performance caused in whole or in part by Client's delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under this Agreement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT 4.1Scheduled Maintenance. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to schedule downtime for routine maintenance of the Services between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Eastern Time; however, ParkMobile may modify this window from time-to-time by providing Client with advance notice. If ParkMobile anticipates that it will need to perform maintenance activities that are likely to be disruptive to the use of the Services outside of the scheduled maintenance window, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to give Client at least 24 hours prior notice. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ParkMobile reserves the right to perform any required emergency maintenance work outside of the scheduled maintenance window. To the extent practicable, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to notify Client before commencing any emergency maintenance outside of the scheduled maintenance window and will use commercially reasonable efforts to limit or avoid impact to use of the Services. 4.2Client Support. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to assist Client with any technical support that Client may reasonably require in using the Services. ParkMobile will provide technical support for rate and configuration changes to Client Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET). For issues relating to On-Demand Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to support@parkmobile.io. For issues relating to Reservation Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to prs@parkmobile.io. ParkMobile will provide Client with emergency technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. In the event of an emergency involving technical and/or system availability issues, Client may contact the on-call engineer via email to applicationsupport@parkmobile.io. 4.3End-User Support. ParkMobile will provide customer support for ParkMobile Users 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. There are multiple methods that ParkMobile Users can access customer support, such as: ParkMobile’s online ticketing system, in-app chat feature, and toll-free phone number. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 5.1General. Neither party will disclose the other party’s Confidential Information except to its employees, affiliates, agents, or professional advisors (“Representatives”) who need to know it and who have a legal obligation to keep it confidential. The receiving party will use the disclosing party’s Confidential Information only to exercise rights and fulfill obligations under this Agreement. The receiving party will ensure that its Representatives are also subject to the same non-disclosure and use obligations. The receiving party may disclose the other party's Confidential Information when required by law after giving reasonable notice to the disclosing party, if permitted by law. 5.2Personal Data. In the event a party discloses Personal Data to the other party, the receiving party will have the right to use the Personal Data only as required and necessary to perform its obligations under this Agreement. 5.3Records Access. ParkMobile shall provide Client access to any books, documents, papers, and records which are directly pertinent to the specific contract, for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and transcriptions, for six (6) years after final payment and other pending matters related to this Agreement are closed. The six (6) year retention period shall be extended for additional periods if required for Client compliance with state or federal auditing or data practices requirements. 5.4Data Practices. ParkMobile must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as it applies to (1) all data provided by the Client pursuant to this Agreement, and (2) all data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by ParkMobile pursuant to this Agreement. ParkMobile is subject to all provisions of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, including but not limited to the civil remedies of Minnesota Statues Section 13.08, as if it were a government entity. In the event ParkMobile receives a formal request to release data pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, ParkMobile will immediately notify Client. Client will give ParkMobile instructions concerning the release of data to the requesting party before the data is released. ParkMobile agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold Client, its officials, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers harmless from any claims resulting from ParkMobile’s officers’, agents’, owners’, partners’, employees’, volunteers’, assignees’, or subcontractors’ unlawful disclosure and/or use of protected data. The terms of this section shall survive the cancellation and termination of this Agreement. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP 6.1Client Data. Client Data remains the sole and exclusive property of Client. Client grants ParkMobile a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use Client Data in connection with the Services. 6.2Client Brand Features. Client grants to ParkMobile a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display Client’s Brand Features in connection with providing and/or marketing the Services. ParkMobile will not make any use of Client’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.3ParkMobile IP. Client acknowledges that, as between Client and ParkMobile, ParkMobile owns all right, title, and interest, including all IP Rights, in and to the Services, including but not limited to the ParkMobile Application and the Platform. 6.4ParkMobile Brand Features. ParkMobile grants to Client a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display ParkMobile’s Brand Features in connection with the Services, subject to ParkMobile’s Brand Guidelines available at https://parkmobile.io/company/parkmobile-media-assets/logos/. Client will not make any use of ParkMobile’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.5ParkMobile User Data. ParkMobile User Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile may sublicense certain ParkMobile User Data to Client upon Client’s execution of ParkMobile’s Data Protection Agreement. Client will not, directly or indirectly: (<i) sell or resell ParkMobile User Data in any capacity or form; (ii) create any derivative work using ParkMobile User Data; or (iii) use ParkMobile User Data for purposes other than those specifically allowed in this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties acknowledge and agree that ParkMobile will not sublicense or provide any PCI Data to Client. 6.6Resultant Data. Resultant Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile grants Client a revocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-assignable, non-transferable license to applicable Resultant Data for the duration of the term only for Client’s internal use in connection with the Services. 6.7Reservation of Rights. ParkMobile reserves all rights not expressly granted to Client in this Agreement. Except for the limited rights and licenses expressly granted under this Agreement, nothing in this Agreement grants, by implication, waiver, estoppel, or otherwise, to Client or any third party any IP Rights or other right, title, or interest in or to the ParkMobile Application and/or the Platform. FEES AND PAYMENT 7.1Fees. Client shall pay ParkMobile the fees set forth in the Agreement that incorporates these Client General Terms & Conditions ("Fees") in accordance with this Section 7. 7.2Payment Terms. The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. On or before the 15th day of each month, ParkMobile will disburse to Client all parking fees ParkMobile received during the preceding month from ParkMobile Users on behalf of Client as a direct result of this Agreement, less any amounts owed to ParkMobile. 7.3Taxes. All fees and other amounts payable by Client under this Agreement are exclusive of taxes and similar assessments. Without limiting the foregoing, Client is responsible for all sales, use, and excise taxes, and any other similar taxes, duties, and charges of any kind imposed by any federal, state, or local governmental or regulatory authority on any amounts payable by Client hereunder, other than any taxes imposed on ParkMobile’s income. 7.4Reserved. 7.5No Deductions or Setoffs. All amounts payable to ParkMobile under this Agreement shall be paid by Client to ParkMobile in full without any setoff, recoupment, counterclaim, deduction, debit, or withholding for any reason (other than any deduction or withholding of tax as may be required by applicable law). 7.6Fee Increases. Beginning on the first anniversary of the Effective Date and continuing annually thereafter on a compounding basis, fees shall increase by ten percent (10%) or the percentage equal to the average increase in all items under the Consumer Price Index over the prior 12-month period, whichever is greater. Based on this criteria, fees shall then round up to the nearest two (2) decimal places. This change will take effect without prior notice to Client. 7.7Limited Payment Agent. Client appoints ParkMobile as its agent for the limited purpose of receiving, holding, and settling payments made by ParkMobile Users to Client in connection with the Services. Client acknowledges and agrees that receipt of payment from ParkMobile Users in connection with the Services by ParkMobile shall be deemed the same as receipt by Client itself. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES 8.1Mutual. Each party represents, warrants and covenants to the other party that: (a) it is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing as a corporation or other legal entity under the laws of the jurisdiction of its incorporation or other organization; (b) it has the full right, power, and authority to enter into and perform its obligations and grant the rights, licenses, consents, and authorizations it grants or is required to grant under this Agreement; (c) the representative that is executing this Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary corporate or organizational action of such party; and (d) when executed and delivered by both parties, this Agreement will constitute the legal, valid, and binding obligation of such party, enforceable against such party in accordance with its terms. 8.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile represents, warrants, and covenants to Client that ParkMobile will perform the Services using personnel of required skill, experience, and qualifications and in a professional and workmanlike manner in accordance with generally recognized industry standards for similar services and will devote adequate resources to meet its obligations under this Agreement. 8.3Disclaimers. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN SECTION 8.1 AND SECTION 8.2, ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” PARKMOBILE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PARKMOBILE DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCTS OR RESULTS OF THE USE THEREOF WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. PARKMOBILE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, SERVICE FAILURES, OR OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN USE OF THE INTERNET AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS. INDEMNIFICATION 9.1Mutual. Each party will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) ("Losses") incurred as a result from any third-party claim, suit, action, or proceeding ("Third-Party Claim") (i) to the extent it arises from a breach of the indemnifying party's representations and warranties under this Agreement or (ii) from and against any and all Losses incurred resulting from any Third-Party Claim arising out of the unlawful disclosure or use of ParkMobile User Data in violation of this Agreement . 9.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third-Party Claim that the Platform or any use of the Platform in accordance with this Agreement, infringes or misappropriates such third party’s IP Rights, provided that Client promptly notifies ParkMobile in writing of the claim, cooperates with ParkMobile, and allows ParkMobile sole authority to control the defense and settlement of such claim. 9.3Reserved. 9.4Mitigation. If any of the Services are claimed to, or in ParkMobile’s opinion are likely to, infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any third-party IP Rights, or if Client’s use of the Services is enjoined or threatened to be enjoined, ParkMobile may, at its option and sole cost and expense: (a) obtain the right for Client to continue to use the Services as contemplated by this Agreement; (b) modify or replace the Services, in whole or in part, to seek to make the Services (as so modified or replaced) non-infringing, while providing equivalent features and functionality, in which case such modifications or replacements will constitute the Services, as applicable, under this Agreement; or (c) by written notice to Client, terminate this Agreement and require Client to immediately cease any use of the Services. 9.5Sole Remedy. THIS SECTION 9 SETS FORTH CLIENT’S SOLE REMEDIES AND PARKMOBILE’S SOLE LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION FOR ANY ACTUAL, THREATENED, OR ALLEGED CLAIMS THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT INFRINGES, MISAPPROPRIATES, OR OTHERWISE VIOLATES ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES 10.1Exclusion of Damages. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL PARKMOBILE OR ANY OF ITS LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT OR ITS SUBJECT MATTER UNDER ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, AND OTHERWISE, FOR ANY: (A) LOSS OF PRODUCTION, USE, BUSINESS, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE; (B) IMPAIRMENT, INABILITY TO USE OR LOSS, INTERRUPTION, OR DELAY OF THE SERVICES; (C) LOSS, DAMAGE, CORRUPTION, OR RECOVERY OF DATA, OR BREACH OF DATA OR SYSTEM SECURITY; (D) COST OF REPLACEMENT GOODS OR SERVICES; (E) LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION; OR (F) CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL, ENHANCED, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH PERSONS WERE ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES OR SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES WERE OTHERWISE FORESEEABLE, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.2Cap on Monetary Liability. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL THE COLLECTIVE AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF PARKMOBILE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING UNDER OR RELATED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, EXCEED ONE TIMES THE TOTAL AMOUNTS PAID TO PARKMOBILE UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IN THE 12 MONTH PERIOD PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.3Exceptions. The exclusions and limitations in Section 10.1 and Section 10.2 do not apply to ParkMobile's obligations under Section 9 or liability for ParkMobile's gross negligence or willful misconduct. INSURANCE ParkMobile, at its expense, shall procure and maintain in force for the duration of this Agreement the following minimum insurance coverages: General Liability. ParkMobile agrees to maintain commercial general liability insurance in a minimum amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The policy shall cover liability arising from premises, operations, products completed operations, personal injury, advertising injury, and contractually assumed liability. Client shall be endorsed as additional insured. Automobile Liability. If ParkMobile operates a motor vehicle in performing the Services under this Agreement, ParkMobile shall maintain commercial automobile liability insurance, including owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles, with a minimum liability limit of $1,000,000 combined single limit. Workers’ Compensation. ParkMobile agrees to provide workers’ compensation insurance for all its employees in accordance with the statutory requirements of the State of Minnesota. ParkMobile shall also carry employers liability coverage with minimum limits are as follows: $500,000 – Bodily Injury by Accident ParkMobile shall, prior to commencing the Services, deliver to the Client a Certificate of Insurance as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect. The insurance requirements may be met through any combination of primary and umbrella/excess insurance. All insurance shall be provided on an occurrence basis and not on a claims-made basis, except other coverage not reasonably available on an occurrence basis; provided that all such claims-made coverage is subject to the approval of the Client. All insurance limits of any policy in excess of the minimum limits shall be available to the Client. All policies, shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the Client, including its elected and appointed officials, employees, and agents for losses arising from activities under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s policies shall be the primary insurance to any other valid and collectible insurance available to the Client with respect to any claim arising out of ParkMobile’s performance under this Agreement. ParkMobile,’s policies and Certificate of Insurance shall contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policies shall not be cancelled without at least thirty (30) days advanced written notice to the Client, or ten (10) days’ written notice for nonpayment of premium. ParkMobile,shall obtain insurance policies from insurance companies having an “AM BEST” rating of A- (minus); Financial Size Category (FSC) VII or better, and authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota, or as approved by Client. Failure to maintain required insurance coverage may result in suspension of work or termination of this Agreement. Please review these requirements with your insurance agent or broker for assurance that the mandatory types and limits of insurance coverages are in place. Client’s failure to approve or disapprove ParkMobile ’s policies or certificates shall not relieve ParkMobile, of full responsibility to maintain the required insurance.< All insurance policies must be open to inspection by the Client, and copies of policies must be submitted to the Client’s authorized representative upon written request. If the coverage period shown on ParkMobile's current certificate(s) of insurance ends during the duration of this Agreement, ParkMobile must, prior to the end of the coverage period, obtain a new certificate of insurance showing that coverage is in effect. No representation is made that the minimum insurance requirements are sufficient to cover the obligations of ParkMobile,under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s insurance shall not limit its indemnification obligation to the Client under this Agreement. GENERAL TERMS 12.1Assignment. Neither party shall assign or otherwise transfer any of its rights, or delegate or otherwise transfer any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement, in each case whether voluntary, involuntarily, by operation of law, or otherwise, without the other party’s prior written consent. No assignment, delegation, or transfer by one party will relieve the other party of any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement. Any purported assignment, delegation, or transfer in violation of this Section 12.1 is void. This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns. 12.2Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds any term or provision of this Agreement to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement will remain in effect. 12.3Headings. The headings in this Agreement are for reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. 12.4Notices. Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement must be in writing and will be deemed received by the addressee: (a) when received, if delivered by hand with signed confirmation of receipt; (b) when received, if sent by a nationally recognized overnight courier, signature required; (c) when sent, if by email (with confirmation of transmission), if sent during the addressee’s normal business hours, and on the next business day, if sent after the addressee’s normal business hours; and (d) on the third business day after the date mailed by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Notices must be sent to the attention of the respective party's legal department at the address set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as either party may specific in writing. Any notice permitted or required under this Agreement that is sent to ParkMobile shall also be sent via email to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. 12.5Governing Law. This Agreement and all related documents, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, whether sounding in contract, tort, or statute are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Minnesota, United States of America (including its statutes of limitations). 12.6Amendment; Waivers. Any amendment must be in writing, signed by both parties, and expressly state that it is amending this Agreement. No waiver by any party will be effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by the party so waiving. No terms or conditions stated in a Client purchase order, vendor onboarding process or web portal, or any other Client order documentation shall be incorporated into or form any part of this Agreement, and all such terms or conditions shall be null and void, notwithstanding any language to the contrary therein, whether signed before or after this Agreement. 12.7Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any other documents incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. 12.8Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no third-party beneficiaries under this Agreement. 12.9Force Majeure. Neither party will be liable to the other for any delay or failure to perform any obligation under this Agreement (except for a failure to pay Fees) if the delay or failure results from any cause beyond such party’s reasonable control, including acts of God, labor disputes or other industrial disturbances, systemic electrical, telecommunications, or other utility failures, earthquakes, storms or other elements of nature, pandemics, blockages, embargoes, riots, acts or orders of government, acts of terrorism, or war. 12.10Independent Contractors. The parties to this Agreement are independent contractors. The parties do not intend, and nothing in this Agreement should be construed, to create or enter into any partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, agency, or similar relationship. Neither party has the power to bind the other or incur obligations on the other party’s behalf without the other party’s prior written consent. 12.11Export Control. Client will comply with all export and import laws and regulations of the United States and other applicable jurisdictions. Without limiting the foregoing, Client: (i) represents and warrants that it is not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties or located (or a national of) a country that is subject to a U.S. government embargo or that has been designated by the U.S. government as a “terrorist supporting” country; (ii) will not (and will not permit any third parties to) access or use any Service in violation of any U.S. export embargo, prohibition or restriction, and (iii) will not submit to any Service any information that is controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulation. 12.12Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or rule requiring construction or interpretation against the party drafting an instrument or causing any instrument to be drafted. The Schedules referred to herein shall be construed with, and as an integral part of, this Agreement to the same extent as if they were set forth verbatim herein. 12.13Counterparts. The parties may execute this Agreement in counterparts, including PDF and other electronic copies, which taken together will constitute one instrument. DEFINITIONS "Access Credentials" means any user name, identification number, password, license or security key, security token, PIN, or other security code, method, technology, or device, used alone or in combination, to verify an individual's identity and authorization to access and use the Platform. "Authorized User" means Client's employee, consultant, contractor, and agent who is authorized by Client to access and use the Platform under the rights granted to Client pursuant to this Agreement. "Brand Features" means a party’s trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, and other distinctive brand features. "Client Data" means any data specific to Client’s operation that is provided by Client to ParkMobile to be used in the provision of Services that is not available to ParkMobile publicly or by other means. "Confidential Information" means information that one party (or an affiliate) discloses to the other party under this Agreement, and that is marked as confidential or would normally be considered confidential information under the circumstances. It does not include information that is independently developed by the recipient, is rightfully given to the recipient by a third party without confidentiality obligations or becomes public through no fault of the recipient. "Documentation" means any manuals, instructions, or other documents or materials that ParkMobile provides or makes available to Client in any form or medium and which describe the functionality, components, features, or requirements of the Services. "IP Rights" means any and all registered and unregistered rights granted, applied for, or otherwise now or hereafter in existence under or related to any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, database protection, or other intellectual property rights laws, and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection, in any part of the world. "Parking Information" means parking zones, parking rates, parking restrictions, selected payment methods, and other information necessary for the provision of the Services for a specific Parking Location. "Parking Location" means the location or locations of Client’s on-street parking, off-street parking, reservation parking, parking lots, parking decks, permitted parking, and other facilities where ParkMobile Users may park. "ParkMobile Application" means any and all mobile and/or web applications, services, or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile and that are made available to the general public and that facilities the payment of parking transactions. "ParkMobile User" means an end user that uses the ParkMobile Application. "ParkMobile User Data" means information, data, and other content, in any form or media, that is submitted, posted, or otherwise transmitted by or on behalf of a ParkMobile User, directly or indirectly, through the ParkMobile Application. "PCI Data" means, as applicable, payment card number, cardholder name, expiration date, card verification code or value, service code, and/or security-related information used to authenticate cardholders and/or authorize payment card transactions "Personal Data" means (i) any information about an identified or identifiable individual; or (ii) information that is not specifically about an identifiable individual but, when combined with other information, may identify an individual. Personal Data includes names, email addresses, postal addresses, telephone numbers, government identification numbers, financial account numbers, payment card information, license plate information, online identifiers (including IP addresses and cookie identifiers), network and hardware identifiers, geolocation information, and any information that constitutes “personal data” or “personal information” within the meaning of any relevant and applicable data privacy or protection laws. "Platform" means access-controlled mobile and/or web applications, services or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile that are made available to Client to administer, configure, manage and/or monitor parking sessions, parking rates, and/or parking restrictions associated with Client’s Parking Locations. "Resultant Data" means data and information related to Client’s, Authorized Users' and/or ParkMobile Users' use of the Services that is used by ParkMobile in an aggregate and anonymized manner, including to compile statistical and performance information related to the provision and operation of the Services. "Services" means the ParkMobile Application, the Platform, and all other services provided by ParkMobile under this Agreement. SCHEDULE 2: SERVICES ON-DEMAND PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for on-demand parking using the ParkMobile Application (“On-Demand Parking”). ParkMobile Users may begin and, if applicable, end a parking transaction in a variety of ways: (1) visiting https://app.parkmobile.io; (2) calling ParkMobile’s IVR System, or (3) using the ParkMobile Application. In order to register with ParkMobile and begin a parking session, a consumer simply provide ParkMobile with the information required by ParkMobile to create an account, including payment method information and license plate number. Thereafter, subsequent parking sessions only require the ParkMobile User to enter or select the applicable parking duration available for the applicable location. The parking zone code of the Client parking areas are indicated on parking signs or on parking meters. Enforcers of the Client check the validity of parking status real time against the Platform via a web service offering, provided as part of the Services, to determine if a valid parking right exists. This information can be accessed by using a handheld terminal, mobile device or personal digital assistant (PDA). ParkMobile does not provide or pay for Client’s use of handheld terminals, mobile devices or PDAs for enforcement or any data plans or other items needed for communication between such items and the Services. At their option, ParkMobile Users will receive parking alert services from ParkMobile via SMS, ParkMobile Application push notification or email. The ParkMobile User may be notified, for example, when parked for an extended period of time or when the maximum parking time nears expiration. ParkMobile Users can use On-Demand Parking anywhere the Services are available. All parking charges are automatically charged to the ParkMobile User’s payment method, and ParkMobile Users have real time access to an online account-based personal page accessible from https://app.parkmobile.io to access and print parking history, receipts, and statements. RESERVATION PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for reservation parking using the ParkMobile Application (“Reservation Parking”). For each Parking Location that the parties agree to on-board for Reservation Parking Services, ParkMobile shall make the Parking Location's parking inventory available for sale through the ParkMobile Application and shall market and advertise such availability. The number of parking spaces and corresponding reservation periods and parking rates making up the parking inventory shall be specified by Client and may be altered by Client at any time for unreserved parking inventory. Responsibilities of Client. In order for ParkMobile to provide Reservation Parking Services, Client shall maintain an agreed upon number of parking spaces or transportation services at the Parking Location which shall be maintained at all times unless ParkMobile is notified otherwise in writing by Client. If access to the Parking Location is denied for any reason other than a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, Client agrees to forfeit its share of the applicable parking fee and authorizes ParkMobile to refund the entire Parking Fee to the ParkMobile User. If access to the Parking Location is denied because of a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, no Parking Fees will be refunded to the ParkMobile User. Client shall promote and market the Services through mutually agreed upon methods which shall include: a persistent, prominent “call to action” link/button on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) that directs users to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile (e.g. a “Reserve Parking Now” button); Embedded content on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) describing why and how to reserve parking through ParkMobile (e.g. FAQs, videos, etc.), such content to be provided by ParkMobile; and mentions in emails promoting the Parking Location, including “know before you go” emails, all of which shall include a “call to action” to reserve event parking and link to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile. Client agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain for ParkMobile a license to use photo and video assets of the Parking Location (where Client is not the Parking Location owner) and any tenants of a Parking Location in connection with ParkMobile’s marketing of the Services as available at such Parking Location. SCHEDULE 3: Client ELECTRONIC FUNDS AUTHORIZATION FORM This form authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to make payment to a business electronically. All payments will be paid in the account designated by the voided check or bank letter attached to this form once it has been verified by ParkMobile, LLC via telephone call, otherwise a check will be issued to the address on file. It is the responsibility of the client to notify ParkMobile, LLC of any changes pertinent to electronic payments, such as changes in banking information or email address. PAYEE/CLIENT INFORMATION CLIENT NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE NUMBER: VERIFICATION CALL BACK CONTACT PERSON: VERIFICATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: PRIMARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SECONDARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SIGNATURE & TITLE OF AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL: FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INFORMATION BANK NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: NINE DIGIT ROUTING TRANSIT NUMBER: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT TITLE: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT NUMBER: TYPE OF ACCOUNT: PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH A VOIDED CHECK OR BANK LETTER TO VERIFY THE ABOVE ACCOUNT INFORMATION This authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to send credit entries (and appropriate debit and adjustment entries), electronically or by any other commercially accepted method, to the account indicated above and to other accounts specified by Client in the future (the “Account”). This authorizes the financial institution holding the Account to post all such entries. This authorization will be in effect until ParkMobile receives a written termination notice from Client and has a reasonable opportunity to act on it. ParkMobile Service Agreement DRAFT 235208v1 PSA-LFPage 2 of 3 rev. 09/22 235208v1 235208v1 20250428143017,Sara Swenson sara@goffpublic.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Allison Winters allison@goffpublic.co_291.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Also – here is the edited FAQ. Happy to take another look once you provide additional feedback. Thanks! SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, April 28, 2025 2:12 PM To: Sara Swenson <sara@goffpublic.com> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@goffpublic.com> Subject: Re: State Fair parking comms plan [External Sender] Thank you again for meeting this morning and my apologies for the late start! Could you send me over the latest draft comms plan from the meeting this morning? I'll share with my team so they know. Jack ________________________________ From: Sara Swenson <sara@goffpublic.com<mailto:sara@goffpublic.com>> Sent: Monday, April 28, 2025 11:06 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@goffpublic.com<mailto:allison@goffpublic.com>> Subject: RE: State Fair parking comms plan Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Are you able to join us this morning? Let us know if we need to look at a different time. Thanks! SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> From: Sara Swenson Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 4:02 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@GoffPublic.com<mailto:allison@GoffPublic.com>> Subject: State Fair parking comms plan Hi Jack, Here’s a high-level timeline/comms plan for the upcoming city council workshop and meeting on State Fair parking. We’ll walk through this on our call on Monday and also want to cover: * FAQs * Topics that will be discussed at the meeting * Interview strategy * Staffing Hope you have a great weekend! Thanks! SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> What action did the City Council take at the March 26 City Council meeting? Following the public hearing at the March 26 City Council meeting, the City Council unanimously approved two motions: Approved Ordinance 25-01, which modifies Chapter 46 of City Code to include Sec 46-29 Establishment of Parking Zones using electronic payment systems (e-meters). Approved Resolution 25-25, which authorizes the City to negotiate with ParkMobile to serve as the vendor for e-meter parking. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the proposal? Yes, City Council Members commented during the discussion that resident concerns need to be further evaluated in the next steps, which will include: Amending the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.) to clarify: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for and who would be eligible. How and in what format passes will be distributed (i.e. e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. Adopting an annual resolution specifying where e-meter parking will be implemented and during which times it is in effect. Amending the fee schedule to set the rate for visitor parking. Adjusting the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Did the City Council approve authorizing one pass per household? The City Council will continue to review the testimony provided and work with the State Fair Task Force to consider modifications of the plan as originally presented. The City Council will hold a work session on State Fair parking on May 7 and will vote on additional measures later in May. When is the next discussion on e-meters? City Council will discuss the feedback from the public hearing as well as the next steps at its workshop meeting on Wednesday, May 7 at 6:30 p.m. This will be a live-streamed meeting available here [add link]. Why do we want fairgoers to pay for parking? “Free Parking” is not really “free.” The impacts of increased traffic, such as trash, are borne by the City and our residents. State Fair attendance numbers have increased dramatically in recent years. Charging fairgoers for parking will help cover the increasing costs of hosting the Fair that are not reimbursed by the governing body of the State Fair. Any new revenue will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city for visitors? We will continue to welcome fairgoers, and charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid fairgoers while they navigate our neighborhoods. We hope to improve fairgoers' experience – such as adding porta-potties, trash cans and wayfinding services! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? This has not been voted on yet. The proposal includes the Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. Parking would only be allowed on the side of the street without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are currently highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more than 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How specifically will these revenues benefit residents? [add answer] How will fairgoers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides temporary signs that will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas during the State Fair. These signs will be removed after the fair is over. Signage will be consistent with other metro cities who use ParkMobile, including Minneapolis. We will communicate extensively through our own channels and through the media. Parking Ambassadors will be hired to directly help visitors. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fairgoers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. If a visitor doesn’t stay the whole day, will a different visitor still have to pay to park in the newly open spot? Each new vehicle will need to pay the parking fee. When will the meters be enforced? The meters will be enforced from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. each day during the State Fair. Parking ambassadors will be working during the same timeframe. Could rates vary based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via ParkMobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city, improve parking rule compliance in our neighborhoods, and reduce the burden of hosting the State Fair on our city and residents. Will residents need to pay to park? The State Fair Task Force proposed that each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass for one vehicle, good for all 12 days from the fair. The Task Force and City Council will use input from residents to evaluate the number and format of passes provided. Can I sell/transfer my pass(es)? Can passes be transferred throughout the week? [add answer] Can residents purchase passes for a discounted rate? [add answer] How will the city know whether a person has paid? ParkMobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. Cybersecurity and Minnesota Data Practice protocols will be fully accounted for. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or those that have failed to pay. The current policy that parking fines double during the State Fair will continue. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed in accordance with historical policy and practice. How much will it cost our city to implement? ParkMobile provides the system and signage at no capital expense. There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction. All administrative and staffing costs will be covered by revenues. At this exploration stage, the numbers are being calculated along with the policy considerations and will be discussed with as much transparency as possible. We anticipate that this will generate $100,000 to $200,000 net each year of the State Fair. Why ParkMobile? We explored installing temporary parking meters, but this is a much simpler and more efficient option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with ParkMobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the ParkMobile website, by text or by calling ParkMobile. How long is the contract with ParkMobile? We are considering a one-year agreement, with the option to renew for two additional years. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? There are no proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue to be parking on one side only during the fair? Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be installed where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full-time, year-round? This proposal is just for during the Minnesota State Fair, starting in 2025. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. We will NOT charge for parking on neighborhood streets year-round. Will e-meter signs be up all year long? No. We plan to install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the 12 days each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists by adding additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. The city collecting parking revenue will likely have no adverse impact on our business parking revenues. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Paying for event parking in residential areas near large regional attractions is not unusual in communities throughout Minnesota and the nation. The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that our communications won’t reach everyone, so there will also be a lot of signage to help explain. 20250429084538,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, _Mona E. McGarthwaite_ meh_293.eml Could this document also be an attachment for the workshop? Paula Mielke Falcon Heights City Council ________________________________ From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, April 28, 2025 12:29 PM To: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com>; Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Recommendations from the State Fair Task Force Thank you Mona, this is super helpful to have come from the SFTF directly for the Council's workshop next week. I'll format it a bit and include as an attachment for the workshop. Jack ________________________________ From: Mona E. McGarthwaite <mehowley@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, April 28, 2025 8:58 AM To: 'paula.mielke@comcast.net' <paula.mielke@comcast.net>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Recommendations from the State Fair Task Force Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Here is a summary that was made from the last meeting. It was a group project. Thanks Mona Report of budget model sub-group (May, Meyer, Prather, Wassenberg) We compared budget models with made differing assumptions about the number of passes per resident household, the turn-over rates (how many times a spot might be used), number of parking places, and how much they are used. NOTE: All of our discussions assumed that we would use hangtags. <As per Council and other TF discussions, using hangtags would reduce the hassle to households, allow exchange of the resident parking passes within households and among neighbors, thus facilitating SF parties. We were not too concerned <with fraud. More optimistic assumptions Moderately optimistic assumptions Lower use north of Garden Lower use north of Ruggles Most residents do not use passes all day Most residents use passes all day Residents use passes for 3 days of Fair On average, residents use passes 6 days of Fair All visitor parking places turn over one time/day Half of visitor parking places turn over one time/day > 800 parking places ~ 700 parking places Gross: Gross: $200,000 - $250,000 $100,000 – 150,000 We discussed how does variable pricing based on distance affect revenue? We were mixed on whether to use differential pricing and what effect it would have on income. Possible effects are that it could drive traffic and parking north, $25 is too much for driving so far north, how would we communicate the price, would this cost more for ParkMobile? ** Task Force should make a recommendation and Council could decideP. How many passes per household? “Man on the street” estimates suggest that ~ 40% of residents need 0 – 2 hangtags, but that some need more. 3. Distribution - We discussed how many hangtags to give out initially (1 or 2) and how many should be available upon request (up to 3, 4?), and how to distribute these? ** Our consensus was to send out 1 hangtag initially with the mailing about the program, allow residents to check a box on a postcard (or other means such as phoning) and get 1 more automatically. - If a resident feels that they need more than 2, they request in person and explain their “hardship”. **An alternative – mail out postcard, residents check whether they want 1 or 2, send it back to City Hall and we mail those. Those who want >2, come to City Hall and request these in person. ** We thought staff should pick what's easiest to administer. 20250429160418,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_295.eml Hi Rob, We're getting close, but our team is still concerned that this change only indemnifies us if we are hacked or have a data leak on our end, not if it impacts ParkMobile. This version doesn't appear to change that other than striking 9.3. Additionally, could you work out the initial term details to be as we discussed, with a one-year term with automatic two-year renewals unless terminated per the existing terms? James is working on a counter version that we'll get to you ASAP. I know your clock is ticking with your attorney so we're trying to meet that consideration. If we can come to terms on this, our timeline would be to seek approval from City Council on Weds, May 14th as the final part of the program adoption. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 1:29 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Apologies for that! Please let me know if you have any trouble opening the attachment. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Apr 25, 2025, 1:26 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Could you resend? Attachment didn't go through. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 12:56 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250430083708,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_296.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack! Okay, let's get the redline changes into one document. Could you also add the initial term details to your upcoming revised version? Best, Rob On Tue, Apr 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, We're getting close, but our team is still concerned that this change only indemnifies us if we are hacked or have a data leak on our end, not if it impacts ParkMobile. This version doesn't appear to change that other than striking 9.3. Additionally, could you work out the initial term details to be as we discussed, with a one-year term with automatic two-year renewals unless terminated per the existing terms? James is working on a counter version that we'll get to you ASAP. I know your clock is ticking with your attorney so we're trying to meet that consideration. If we can come to terms on this, our timeline would be to seek approval from City Council on Weds, May 14th as the final part of the program adoption. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 1:29 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Apologies for that! Please let me know if you have any trouble opening the attachment. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Apr 25, 2025, 1:26 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Could you resend? Attachment didn't go through. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 12:56 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250430083711,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_297.eml Hello, I am out of the office attending a local government conference starting Wednesday, April 30th and returning Friday, May 2nd in the afternoon. If you need more immediate assistance, please contact City Hall at (651) 792-7600, or email mail@falconheights.org. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 20250430095408,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_298.eml Yes, I'll add the language to the redline version and send it over. I'm hopeful to get it today and I'll get it over as soon as I do. Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 8:36:53 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack! Okay, let's get the redline changes into one document. Could you also add the initial term details to your upcoming revised version? Best, Rob On Tue, Apr 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, We're getting close, but our team is still concerned that this change only indemnifies us if we are hacked or have a data leak on our end, not if it impacts ParkMobile. This version doesn't appear to change that other than striking 9.3. Additionally, could you work out the initial term details to be as we discussed, with a one-year term with automatic two-year renewals unless terminated per the existing terms? James is working on a counter version that we'll get to you ASAP. I know your clock is ticking with your attorney so we're trying to meet that consideration. If we can come to terms on this, our timeline would be to seek approval from City Council on Weds, May 14th as the final part of the program adoption. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 1:29 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Apologies for that! Please let me know if you have any trouble opening the attachment. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Apr 25, 2025, 1:26 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Could you resend? Attachment didn't go through. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 12:56 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250430095808,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_299.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Excellent. Thanks! Best, Rob On Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:54 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes, I'll add the language to the redline version and send it over. I'm hopeful to get it today and I'll get it over as soon as I do. Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 8:36:53 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack! Okay, let's get the redline changes into one document. Could you also add the initial term details to your upcoming revised version? Best, Rob On Tue, Apr 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, We're getting close, but our team is still concerned that this change only indemnifies us if we are hacked or have a data leak on our end, not if it impacts ParkMobile. This version doesn't appear to change that other than striking 9.3. Additionally, could you work out the initial term details to be as we discussed, with a one-year term with automatic two-year renewals unless terminated per the existing terms? James is working on a counter version that we'll get to you ASAP. I know your clock is ticking with your attorney so we're trying to meet that consideration. If we can come to terms on this, our timeline would be to seek approval from City Council on Weds, May 14th as the final part of the program adoption. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 1:29 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Apologies for that! Please let me know if you have any trouble opening the attachment. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Apr 25, 2025, 1:26 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Could you resend? Attachment didn't go through. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 12:56 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250430190418,Sara Swenson sara@goffpublic.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Allison Winters allison@goffpublic.co_300.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Here are drafts of the materials for the May 7 meeting: * Website copy * FAQ (no updates from the version I sent earlier this week) * Media one-pager * Reactive media statement * Resident email (to send after the meeting) Let us know if you have feedback. We’re happy to quickly work through changes whenever you have them since you’ll be out at the conference. See you tomorrow! SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> Falcon Heights State Fair paid parking resident email DRAFT: 4/30/25 SEND: 5/9/25 SUBJECT: Updates on State Fair parking policy COPY:On Wednesday, the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: Safety for visitors and residents. Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. Parking fees. Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at this meeting. The full video from the workshop is available here. Next Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m., the City Council will listen to additional public comment before the final vote on State Fair paid parking. To learn more, visit https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingfalconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking. Note: replace existing content on https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair E-Meter Parking page with the following. State Fair parking Updated Friday, May 2, 2025 The Falcon Heights City Council is considering implementing web-based, paid parking on city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The City Council established a State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 residents, who provided recommendations on how paid parking could be implemented. On March 26, the City Council unanimously approved a new ordinance to modify city code to allow for paid parking and to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to provide contracted parking meter services. No final vote on the parking plan or the ParkMobile contract has occurred. Additionally, the City Council held a public hearing to hear from residents about State Fair parking. More than 80 residents attended the hearing, and 54 residents provided written or oral public comments. The https://www.falconheights.org/?splash=https%3a%2f%2fwebstreaming.ctv15.org%2fviewer.php%3fstreamid%3d7693&____isexternal=truefull video from the public hearing is available here starting at the 22:30 minute mark. This input was considered by the State Fair Task Force and City Council as further plans have been developed. The State Fair Task Force discussed proposed recommendations at its meeting on April 16. These recommendations will be considered by the City Council. Next steps City Council workshop: May 7, 6:30 p.m. The City Council will discuss the State Fair Task Force’s recommendations for how to implement paid parking during the State Fair. There will be no public comment at this workshop. City Council meeting: May 14, 7 p.m. The City Council will listen to additional public feedback at the start of their meeting before voting on the new policy. Documents State Fair Parking FAQ (updated May 2, 2025) [add link to new FAQ] What action did the City Council take at the March 26 City Council meeting? Following the public hearing at the March 26 City Council meeting, the City Council unanimously approved two motions: Approved Ordinance 25-01, which modifies Chapter 46 of City Code to include Sec 46-29 Establishment of Parking Zones using electronic payment systems (e-meters). Approved Resolution 25-25, which authorizes the City to negotiate with ParkMobile to serve as the vendor for e-meter parking. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the proposal? Yes, City Council Members commented during the discussion that resident concerns need to be further evaluated in the next steps, which will include: Amending the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.) to clarify: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for and who would be eligible. How and in what format passes will be distributed (i.e. e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. Adopting an annual resolution specifying where e-meter parking will be implemented and during which times it is in effect. Amending the fee schedule to set the rate for visitor parking. Adjusting the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Did the City Council approve authorizing one pass per household? The City Council will continue to review the testimony provided and work with the State Fair Task Force to consider modifications of the plan as originally presented. The City Council will hold a work session on State Fair parking on May 7 and will vote on additional measures later in May. When is the next discussion on e-meters? City Council will discuss the feedback from the public hearing as well as the next steps at its workshop meeting on Wednesday, May 7 at 6:30 p.m. This will be a live-streamed meeting available here [add link]. Why do we want fairgoers to pay for parking? “Free Parking” is not really “free.” The impacts of increased traffic, such as trash, are borne by the City and our residents. State Fair attendance numbers have increased dramatically in recent years. Charging fairgoers for parking will help cover the increasing costs of hosting the Fair that are not reimbursed by the governing body of the State Fair. Any new revenue will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city for visitors? We will continue to welcome fairgoers, and charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid fairgoers while they navigate our neighborhoods. We hope to improve fairgoers' experience – such as adding porta-potties, trash cans and wayfinding services! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? This has not been voted on yet. The proposal includes the Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. Parking would only be allowed on the side of the street without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are currently highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more than 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How specifically will these revenues benefit residents? [add answer] How will fairgoers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides temporary signs that will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas during the State Fair. These signs will be removed after the fair is over. Signage will be consistent with other metro cities who use ParkMobile, including Minneapolis. We will communicate extensively through our own channels and through the media. Parking Ambassadors will be hired to directly help visitors. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fairgoers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. If a visitor doesn’t stay the whole day, will a different visitor still have to pay to park in the newly open spot? Each new vehicle will need to pay the parking fee. When will the meters be enforced? The meters will be enforced from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. each day during the State Fair. Parking ambassadors will be working during the same timeframe. Could rates vary based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via ParkMobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city, improve parking rule compliance in our neighborhoods, and reduce the burden of hosting the State Fair on our city and residents. Will residents need to pay to park? The State Fair Task Force proposed that each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass for one vehicle, good for all 12 days from the fair. The Task Force and City Council will use input from residents to evaluate the number and format of passes provided. Can I sell/transfer my pass(es)? Can passes be transferred throughout the week? [add answer] Can residents purchase passes for a discounted rate? [add answer] How will the city know whether a person has paid? ParkMobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. Cybersecurity and Minnesota Data Practice protocols will be fully accounted for. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or those that have failed to pay. The current policy that parking fines double during the State Fair will continue. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed in accordance with historical policy and practice. How much will it cost our city to implement? ParkMobile provides the system and signage at no capital expense. There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction. All administrative and staffing costs will be covered by revenues. At this exploration stage, the numbers are being calculated along with the policy considerations and will be discussed with as much transparency as possible. We anticipate that this will generate $100,000 to $200,000 net each year of the State Fair. Why ParkMobile? We explored installing temporary parking meters, but this is a much simpler and more efficient option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with ParkMobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the ParkMobile website, by text or by calling ParkMobile. How long is the contract with ParkMobile? We are considering a one-year agreement, with the option to renew for two additional years. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? There are no proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue to be parking on one side only during the fair? Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be installed where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full-time, year-round? This proposal is just for during the Minnesota State Fair, starting in 2025. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. We will NOT charge for parking on neighborhood streets year-round. Will e-meter signs be up all year long? No. We plan to install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the 12 days each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists by adding additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. The city collecting parking revenue will likely have no adverse impact on our business parking revenues. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Paying for event parking in residential areas near large regional attractions is not unusual in communities throughout Minnesota and the nation. The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that our communications won’t reach everyone, so there will also be a lot of signage to help explain. Falcon Heights State Fair paid parking – reactive media statement Draft: 4/30/25 REACTIVE STATEMENT: The City of Falcon Heights is exploring options for the use of web-based, paid parking meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. On May 7, the City Council considered the State Fair Task Force’s recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. Further public comment will be heard on May 14 ahead of the final council vote. City of Falcon HeightsPaid Street Parking during the Minnesota State Fair Background The City of Falcon Heights is exploring options for the use of web-based, paid parking meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The City Council established a State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 residents, who provided recommendations on how paid parking could be implemented. On March 26, the City Council heard public comment and unanimously approved a new ordinance to modify city code to allow for paid street parking. They also authorized staff to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to provide contract parking meter services. No final vote has occurred on the parking plan or the ParkMobile contract. The State Fair Task Force discussed proposed recommendations at its meeting on April 16. These recommendations will be considered by the City Council during the May 7 workshop. May 7 workshop On Wednesday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m., the Falcon Heights City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review State Fair Task Force recommendations based on community input and other research. Recommendations cover the following topics: Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. Parking fees. Location of parking meters. There will be no public comment at this workshop, and no final vote will take place. May 14 council vote On Wednesday, May 14, the council will listen to additional public comment before the final vote on State Fair paid parking. More information falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking 20250430221050,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org_301.eml Hi Kelly, Can you review and let me know your thoughts? Feel free to fill in some of the FAQ blanks with what you know, and I can double check on Friday. Thank you, Jack Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Sara Swenson <sara@goffpublic.com> Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 7:04:12 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@goffpublic.com> Subject: May 7 meeting materials - for review Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Here are drafts of the materials for the May 7 meeting: * Website copy * FAQ (no updates from the version I sent earlier this week) * Media one-pager * Reactive media statement * Resident email (to send after the meeting) Let us know if you have feedback. We’re happy to quickly work through changes whenever you have them since you’ll be out at the conference. See you tomorrow! SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> Falcon Heights State Fair paid parking resident email DRAFT: 4/30/25 SEND: 5/9/25 SUBJECT: Updates on State Fair parking policy COPY:On Wednesday, the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: Safety for visitors and residents. Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. Parking fees. Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at this meeting. The full video from the workshop is available here. Next Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m., the City Council will listen to additional public comment before the final vote on State Fair paid parking. To learn more, visit https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingfalconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking. Note: replace existing content on https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair E-Meter Parking page with the following. State Fair parking Updated Friday, May 2, 2025 The Falcon Heights City Council is considering implementing web-based, paid parking on city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The City Council established a State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 residents, who provided recommendations on how paid parking could be implemented. On March 26, the City Council unanimously approved a new ordinance to modify city code to allow for paid parking and to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to provide contracted parking meter services. No final vote on the parking plan or the ParkMobile contract has occurred. Additionally, the City Council held a public hearing to hear from residents about State Fair parking. More than 80 residents attended the hearing, and 54 residents provided written or oral public comments. The https://www.falconheights.org/?splash=https%3a%2f%2fwebstreaming.ctv15.org%2fviewer.php%3fstreamid%3d7693&____isexternal=truefull video from the public hearing is available here starting at the 22:30 minute mark. This input was considered by the State Fair Task Force and City Council as further plans have been developed. The State Fair Task Force discussed proposed recommendations at its meeting on April 16. These recommendations will be considered by the City Council. Next steps City Council workshop: May 7, 6:30 p.m. The City Council will discuss the State Fair Task Force’s recommendations for how to implement paid parking during the State Fair. There will be no public comment at this workshop. City Council meeting: May 14, 7 p.m. The City Council will listen to additional public feedback at the start of their meeting before voting on the new policy. Documents State Fair Parking FAQ (updated May 2, 2025) [add link to new FAQ] What action did the City Council take at the March 26 City Council meeting? Following the public hearing at the March 26 City Council meeting, the City Council unanimously approved two motions: Approved Ordinance 25-01, which modifies Chapter 46 of City Code to include Sec 46-29 Establishment of Parking Zones using electronic payment systems (e-meters). Approved Resolution 25-25, which authorizes the City to negotiate with ParkMobile to serve as the vendor for e-meter parking. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the proposal? Yes, City Council Members commented during the discussion that resident concerns need to be further evaluated in the next steps, which will include: Amending the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.) to clarify: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for and who would be eligible. How and in what format passes will be distributed (i.e. e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. Adopting an annual resolution specifying where e-meter parking will be implemented and during which times it is in effect. Amending the fee schedule to set the rate for visitor parking. Adjusting the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Did the City Council approve authorizing one pass per household? The City Council will continue to review the testimony provided and work with the State Fair Task Force to consider modifications of the plan as originally presented. The City Council will hold a work session on State Fair parking on May 7 and will vote on additional measures later in May. When is the next discussion on e-meters? City Council will discuss the feedback from the public hearing as well as the next steps at its workshop meeting on Wednesday, May 7 at 6:30 p.m. This will be a live-streamed meeting available here [add link]. Why do we want fairgoers to pay for parking? “Free Parking” is not really “free.” The impacts of increased traffic, such as trash, are borne by the City and our residents. State Fair attendance numbers have increased dramatically in recent years. Charging fairgoers for parking will help cover the increasing costs of hosting the Fair that are not reimbursed by the governing body of the State Fair. Any new revenue will be used to benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Does e-meter parking mean that we are not a welcoming city for visitors? We will continue to welcome fairgoers, and charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Parking Ambassadors will roam the affected areas and aid fairgoers while they navigate our neighborhoods. We hope to improve fairgoers' experience – such as adding porta-potties, trash cans and wayfinding services! What areas will have e-meter parking and why? This has not been voted on yet. The proposal includes the Northome and Northeast quadrants, exclusive of major streets. Parking would only be allowed on the side of the street without fire hydrants, where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are currently highly impacted by State Fair parking and have more than 800 parking places available. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How specifically will these revenues benefit residents? [add answer] How will fairgoers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile provides temporary signs that will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas during the State Fair. These signs will be removed after the fair is over. Signage will be consistent with other metro cities who use ParkMobile, including Minneapolis. We will communicate extensively through our own channels and through the media. Parking Ambassadors will be hired to directly help visitors. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? The proposal is a daily rate that expires at 11:59 p.m. each day of the State Fair, which is easier to enforce, and fairgoers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the e-meter has expired. If a visitor doesn’t stay the whole day, will a different visitor still have to pay to park in the newly open spot? Each new vehicle will need to pay the parking fee. When will the meters be enforced? The meters will be enforced from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. each day during the State Fair. Parking ambassadors will be working during the same timeframe. Could rates vary based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? There are a lot of options via ParkMobile to set different rates. There could be a discounted rate for residents, but the overall goal is to generate a new revenue source for the city, improve parking rule compliance in our neighborhoods, and reduce the burden of hosting the State Fair on our city and residents. Will residents need to pay to park? The State Fair Task Force proposed that each household in affected areas may obtain one resident pass for one vehicle, good for all 12 days from the fair. The Task Force and City Council will use input from residents to evaluate the number and format of passes provided. Can I sell/transfer my pass(es)? Can passes be transferred throughout the week? [add answer] Can residents purchase passes for a discounted rate? [add answer] How will the city know whether a person has paid? ParkMobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and Parking Ambassadors. Cybersecurity and Minnesota Data Practice protocols will be fully accounted for. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or those that have failed to pay. The current policy that parking fines double during the State Fair will continue. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed in accordance with historical policy and practice. How much will it cost our city to implement? ParkMobile provides the system and signage at no capital expense. There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction. All administrative and staffing costs will be covered by revenues. At this exploration stage, the numbers are being calculated along with the policy considerations and will be discussed with as much transparency as possible. We anticipate that this will generate $100,000 to $200,000 net each year of the State Fair. Why ParkMobile? We explored installing temporary parking meters, but this is a much simpler and more efficient option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with ParkMobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the ParkMobile website, by text or by calling ParkMobile. How long is the contract with ParkMobile? We are considering a one-year agreement, with the option to renew for two additional years. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? There are no proposed changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will streets continue to be parking on one side only during the fair? Yes, the e-meter parking zones would be installed where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full-time, year-round? This proposal is just for during the Minnesota State Fair, starting in 2025. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. We will NOT charge for parking on neighborhood streets year-round. Will e-meter signs be up all year long? No. We plan to install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the 12 days each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists by adding additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. The city collecting parking revenue will likely have no adverse impact on our business parking revenues. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Paying for event parking in residential areas near large regional attractions is not unusual in communities throughout Minnesota and the nation. The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that our communications won’t reach everyone, so there will also be a lot of signage to help explain. Falcon Heights State Fair paid parking – reactive media statement Draft: 4/30/25 REACTIVE STATEMENT: The City of Falcon Heights is exploring options for the use of web-based, paid parking meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. On May 7, the City Council considered the State Fair Task Force’s recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. Further public comment will be heard on May 14 ahead of the final council vote. City of Falcon HeightsPaid Street Parking during the Minnesota State Fair Background The City of Falcon Heights is exploring options for the use of web-based, paid parking meters on certain streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The City Council established a State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 residents, who provided recommendations on how paid parking could be implemented. On March 26, the City Council heard public comment and unanimously approved a new ordinance to modify city code to allow for paid street parking. They also authorized staff to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to provide contract parking meter services. No final vote has occurred on the parking plan or the ParkMobile contract. The State Fair Task Force discussed proposed recommendations at its meeting on April 16. These recommendations will be considered by the City Council during the May 7 workshop. May 7 workshop On Wednesday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m., the Falcon Heights City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review State Fair Task Force recommendations based on community input and other research. Recommendations cover the following topics: Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. Parking fees. Location of parking meters. There will be no public comment at this workshop, and no final vote will take place. May 14 council vote On Wednesday, May 14, the council will listen to additional public comment before the final vote on State Fair paid parking. More information falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking 20250502140152,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_304.eml Hi Rob, Attached is a draft of contract language that should alleviate our concerns regarding the cap on liability. If this works for your team, we can progress towards getting the approval on our end at 5/14. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 9:57 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Excellent. Thanks! Best, Rob On Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:54 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes, I'll add the language to the redline version and send it over. I'm hopeful to get it today and I'll get it over as soon as I do. Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 8:36:53 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack! Okay, let's get the redline changes into one document. Could you also add the initial term details to your upcoming revised version? Best, Rob On Tue, Apr 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, We're getting close, but our team is still concerned that this change only indemnifies us if we are hacked or have a data leak on our end, not if it impacts ParkMobile. This version doesn't appear to change that other than striking 9.3. Additionally, could you work out the initial term details to be as we discussed, with a one-year term with automatic two-year renewals unless terminated per the existing terms? James is working on a counter version that we'll get to you ASAP. I know your clock is ticking with your attorney so we're trying to meet that consideration. If we can come to terms on this, our timeline would be to seek approval from City Council on Weds, May 14th as the final part of the program adoption. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 1:29 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Apologies for that! Please let me know if you have any trouble opening the attachment. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Apr 25, 2025, 1:26 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Could you resend? Attachment didn't go through. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 12:56 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] This ParkMobile Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Parkmobile, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, with offices at 1100 Spring St. NW, Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 (“ParkMobile”) and City of Falcon Heights, a Minnesota municipality, with offices at 2077 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 (“Client”). This Agreement will become effective as of the last signature date below (the “Effective Date”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements set forth in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: PARTY CONTACTS Client ParkMobile Legal Name: City of Falcon Heights Legal Name: Parkmobile, LLC Contact: Sales Rep: Rob Stephens Email: Email: Rob.Stephens@parkmobile.io Phone: Phone: 531-229-6942 Address: Address: City of Falcon Heights 2077 Larpenteur Ave W Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Parkmobile, LLC 1100 Spring St. NWSte 200 Atlanta, GA 30309 For legal notices: with a copy to ParkMobile’s Legal Department at the above address and to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. SERVICE TERMS Services ParkMobile will provide Client with the Services related to the following types of parking transactions: On-Demand, Reservations Initial Term 1 years beginning on the Effective Date Renewal This Agreement will automatically renew for additional successive two (2) year terms unless earlier terminated pursuant to this Agreement's express provisions or either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days before the end of the then-current term (each a "Renewal Term" and, collectively, together with the Initial Term, the "Term"). Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement effective immediately on written notice to the other party, if the breaching party materially breaches this Agreement, and such breach: (i) is incapable of cure; or (ii) being capable of cure, remains uncured thirty (30) days after the non-breaching party provides the breaching party with written notice of such breach. Merchant of Record The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. ParkMobile will remit any amounts due Client in arrears to Client on the 15th of the following month. Parking Locations The Services will be provided to Client in the following locations / geographical territory: All client locations Signage Client will receive one free welcome kit that includes the aluminum signs and/or decal stickers necessary to complete implementation (installation not included). All signage included in the welcome kit is designed using ParkMobile's standard signage templates. Custom signage may be made available to Client for purchase at ParkMobile's current signage rates. Any requested changes to ParkMobile's standard signage templates will be treated as custom signage. Additional and/or replacement signage may be purchased by Client at ParkMobile's then-current signage rates. Installation and maintenance of all signage is Client's sole responsibility. Governing Law State of Minnesota Schedules This Agreement incorporates the following Schedules: Schedule 1: Client General Terms and Conditions; Schedule 2: Services; Schedule 3: Client Electronic Funds Authorization Form IMPLEMENTATION FEES Description Units Rate Price Implementation Fee 0 $1,000.00 $0.00 Custom Development 0 $165.00/hr $0.00 Total Implementation Fees: $0.00 ADDITIONAL FEES Call Center & Customer Support WAIVED Client Support & Maintenance WAIVED Hosting WAIVED Enforcement Portal WAIVED Reporting Portal WAIVED Marketing & Advertising WAIVED Promotional Codes $250.00 / month USER FEES On-Demand User Fee $0.40 per transaction On-Demand Event User Fee 15% per transaction Reservation User Fee 15% of parking fee “No-Charge” Reservation Service Fee $1.00 per no-charge reservation The parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date. City of Falcon Heights Parkmobile, LLC By:$docusign:SignHere::Customer1 By:$docusign:SignHere::InternalSigner1 Name:$docusign:FullName::Customer1 Name:$docusign:FullName::InternalSigner1 Title:$docusign:Title::Customer1 Title:$docusign:Title::InternalSigner1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::Customer1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::InternalSigner1 SCHEDULE 1: CLIENT GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS SERVICES 1.1 General. During the term, ParkMobile will provide the Services to Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 1.2 Launch Date. The parties will mutually agree upon the launch date for the Services. 1.3 ParkMobile Application. On and after the launch date, Client’s Parking Locations, along with associated Parking Information, will be made available to the general public through the ParkMobile Application. 1.4Parking Management Services. Subject to the license granted in Section 2, Client will be provided access to the Platform to manage Client’s Parking Locations and associated Parking Information. 1.5 Parking Locations. The parties agree that ParkMobile does not own, operate, manage, or maintain any Parking Location. Client agrees that ParkMobile is not responsible for the condition or operation of any Parking Location, including, but not limited to, the operation of third-party hardware and/or software-based solutions used by Client at the Parking Location or for the delivery and/or fulfillment of parking or other services at the Parking Location. 1.6 Publicity of Services. Each party will use commercially reasonable efforts to market the Services throughout the Term. All brochures and promotional material to be distributed by Client will be in a form mutually agreed upon by the parties, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. 1.7 Exclusivity. Throughout the term, the parties agree that ParkMobile will be the exclusive provider of electronic payment parking services for Client. 1.8 PCI DSS. ParkMobile has obtained, and will continue to maintain throughout the term, Payment Card Industry – Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) certification. 1.9Online Client General Terms & Conditions. The parties agree that this Agreement supersedes the Client General Terms and Conditions that is publicly available at https://parkmobile.io/client-terms with respect to the Services provided under this Agreement. ACCESS & USE OF PLATFORM 2.1Provision of Access. Subject to and conditioned on Client's and its Authorized Users' compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, all applicable laws and regulations, and Client’s payment of fees, ParkMobile grants Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use the Platform during the Term. Such use is limited to Client’s internal use. ParkMobile will provide Client the Access Credentials within a reasonable time following the Effective Date. 2.2Documentation License. ParkMobile hereby grants to Client a non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to use the Documentation during the Term solely for Client's internal business purposes in connection with its use of the Services. 2.3Use Restrictions. Client will not, directly or indirectly, and will not permit any third party to, access or use the Platform except as expressly permitted by this Agreement. For purposes of clarity and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Client shall not, except as this Agreement expressly permits: (a) copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Platform or Documentation, in whole or in part; (b) rent, lease, copy, lend, sell, sublicense, assign, distribute, publish, transfer, or otherwise make available the Platform or Documentation to any person or entity; (c) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, decode, adapt, or otherwise attempt to derive or gain access to any software component of the Platform, in whole or in part; (d) bypass or breach any security device or protection used by the Platform or access or use the Platform other than by an Authorized User through the use of his or her own then valid Access Credentials; (e) remove any proprietary notices from the Platform or Documentation; (f) use the Platform or Documentation in any manner or for any purpose that infringes, misappropriates, or otherwise violates any IP Right or other right of any person, or that violates any applicable law; (g) upload invalid data, malware, or other software agents through the Platform; or (h) use the Platform for any purpose beyond the scope of the access granted in this Agreement. 2.4Reservation of Rights. Nothing in this Agreement grants any right, title, or interest in or to (including any license under) any IP Rights in or relating to, the Services, whether expressly, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise. All right, title, and interest in and to the Services are and will remain with ParkMobile. 2.5Changes. ParkMobile reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to make any changes to the Services that it deems necessary or useful to: (a) maintain or enhance: (i) the quality or delivery of ParkMobile's services to its customers; (ii) the competitive strength of or market for ParkMobile's services; or (iii) the Services' cost efficiency or performance; or (b) to comply with applicable law. 2.6Suspension or Termination of Services. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, ParkMobile may suspend, terminate, or otherwise Client’s, any Authorized User’s, or any other person’s access to or use of all or any part of the Services, without incurring any resulting obligation or liability, if: (a) ParkMobile receives a judicial or other governmental demand or order, subpoena, or law enforcement request that expressly or by reasonable implication requires ParkMobile to do so; or (b) ParkMobile believes, in its good faith and sole discretion, that (i) Client or any Authorized User has failed to comply with any material term of this Agreement, or accessed or used the Services beyond the scope of the rights granted or for a purpose not authorized under this Agreement; (ii) Client or any Authorized User is, has been, or is likely to be using the Services for fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful activities; (iii) there is a threat or attack on any of the Services; (iv) Client’s or any Authorized User’s use of the Services disrupts or poses a security risk to ParkMobile or to any other client, end user, vendor or partner of ParkMobile; or (v) this Agreement expires or is terminated. This Section does not limit any of ParkMobile's other rights or remedies, whether at law, in equity, or under this Agreement. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1Use of Platform Account. Client is responsible and liable for all uses of the Platform resulting from access provided by Client, directly or indirectly, whether such access or use is permitted by or in violation of this Agreement. Client must notify ParkMobile immediately of any breach of security or unauthorized use of Client’s account. 3.2Parking Information. Client is responsible for setting all rates, zones, and other required information regarding its Parking Locations offered through the ParkMobile Application and for keeping such information up to date within the Platform. 3.3Effect of Client Failure or Delay. ParkMobile is not responsible or liable for any delay or failure of performance caused in whole or in part by Client's delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under this Agreement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT 4.1Scheduled Maintenance. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to schedule downtime for routine maintenance of the Services between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Eastern Time; however, ParkMobile may modify this window from time-to-time by providing Client with advance notice. If ParkMobile anticipates that it will need to perform maintenance activities that are likely to be disruptive to the use of the Services outside of the scheduled maintenance window, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to give Client at least 24 hours prior notice. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ParkMobile reserves the right to perform any required emergency maintenance work outside of the scheduled maintenance window. To the extent practicable, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to notify Client before commencing any emergency maintenance outside of the scheduled maintenance window and will use commercially reasonable efforts to limit or avoid impact to use of the Services. 4.2Client Support. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to assist Client with any technical support that Client may reasonably require in using the Services. ParkMobile will provide technical support for rate and configuration changes to Client Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET). For issues relating to On-Demand Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to support@parkmobile.io. For issues relating to Reservation Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to prs@parkmobile.io. ParkMobile will provide Client with emergency technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. In the event of an emergency involving technical and/or system availability issues, Client may contact the on-call engineer via email to applicationsupport@parkmobile.io. 4.3End-User Support. ParkMobile will provide customer support for ParkMobile Users 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. There are multiple methods that ParkMobile Users can access customer support, such as: ParkMobile’s online ticketing system, in-app chat feature, and toll-free phone number. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 5.1General. Neither party will disclose the other party’s Confidential Information except to its employees, affiliates, agents, or professional advisors (“Representatives”) who need to know it and who have a legal obligation to keep it confidential. The receiving party will use the disclosing party’s Confidential Information only to exercise rights and fulfill obligations under this Agreement. The receiving party will ensure that its Representatives are also subject to the same non-disclosure and use obligations. The receiving party may disclose the other party's Confidential Information when required by law after giving reasonable notice to the disclosing party, if permitted by law. 5.2Personal Data. In the event a party discloses Personal Data to the other party, the receiving party will have the right to use the Personal Data only as required and necessary to perform its obligations under this Agreement. 5.3Records Access. ParkMobile shall provide Client access to any books, documents, papers, and records which are directly pertinent to the specific contract, for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and transcriptions, for six (6) years after final payment and other pending matters related to this Agreement are closed. The six (6) year retention period shall be extended for additional periods if required for Client compliance with state or federal auditing or data practices requirements. 5.4Data Practices. ParkMobile must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as it applies to (1) all data provided by the Client pursuant to this Agreement, and (2) all data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by ParkMobile pursuant to this Agreement. ParkMobile is subject to all provisions of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, including but not limited to the civil remedies of Minnesota Statues Section 13.08, as if it were a government entity. In the event ParkMobile receives a formal request to release data pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, ParkMobile will immediately notify Client. Client will give ParkMobile instructions concerning the release of data to the requesting party before the data is released. ParkMobile agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold Client, its officials, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers harmless from any claims resulting from ParkMobile’s officers’, agents’, owners’, partners’, employees’, volunteers’, assignees’, or subcontractors’ unlawful disclosure and/or use of protected data. The terms of this section shall survive the cancellation and termination of this Agreement. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP 6.1Client Data. Client Data remains the sole and exclusive property of Client. Client grants ParkMobile a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use Client Data in connection with the Services. 6.2Client Brand Features. Client grants to ParkMobile a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display Client’s Brand Features in connection with providing and/or marketing the Services. ParkMobile will not make any use of Client’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.3ParkMobile IP. Client acknowledges that, as between Client and ParkMobile, ParkMobile owns all right, title, and interest, including all IP Rights, in and to the Services, including but not limited to the ParkMobile Application and the Platform. 6.4ParkMobile Brand Features. ParkMobile grants to Client a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display ParkMobile’s Brand Features in connection with the Services, subject to ParkMobile’s Brand Guidelines available at https://parkmobile.io/company/parkmobile-media-assets/logos/. Client will not make any use of ParkMobile’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.5ParkMobile User Data. ParkMobile User Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile may sublicense certain ParkMobile User Data to Client upon Client’s execution of ParkMobile’s Data Protection Agreement. Client will not, directly or indirectly: (i) sell or resell ParkMobile User Data in any capacity or form; (ii) create any derivative work using ParkMobile User Data; or (iii) use ParkMobile User Data for <purposes other than those specifically allowed in this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties acknowledge and agree that ParkMobile will not sublicense or provide any PCI Data to Client. 6.6Resultant Data. Resultant Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile grants Client a revocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-assignable, non-transferable license to applicable Resultant Data for the duration of the term only for Client’s internal use in connection with the Services. 6.7Reservation of Rights. ParkMobile reserves all rights not expressly granted to Client in this Agreement. Except for the limited rights and licenses expressly granted under this Agreement, nothing in this Agreement grants, by implication, waiver, estoppel, or otherwise, to Client or any third party any IP Rights or other right, title, or interest in or to the ParkMobile Application and/or the Platform. FEES AND PAYMENT 7.1Fees. Client shall pay ParkMobile the fees set forth in the Agreement that incorporates these Client General Terms & Conditions ("Fees") in accordance with this Section 7. 7.2Payment Terms. The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. On or before the 15th day of each month, ParkMobile will disburse to Client all parking fees ParkMobile received during the preceding month from ParkMobile Users on behalf of Client as a direct result of this Agreement, less any amounts owed to ParkMobile. 7.3Taxes. All fees and other amounts payable by Client under this Agreement are exclusive of taxes and similar assessments. Without limiting the foregoing, Client is responsible for all sales, use, and excise taxes, and any other similar taxes, duties, and charges of any kind imposed by any federal, state, or local governmental or regulatory authority on any amounts payable by Client hereunder, other than any taxes imposed on ParkMobile’s income. 7.4Reserved. 7.5No Deductions or Setoffs. All amounts payable to ParkMobile under this Agreement shall be paid by Client to ParkMobile in full without any setoff, recoupment, counterclaim, deduction, debit, or withholding for any reason (other than any deduction or withholding of tax as may be required by applicable law). 7.6Fee Increases. Beginning on the first anniversary of the Effective Date and continuing annually thereafter on a compounding basis, fees shall increase by ten percent (10%) or the percentage equal to the average increase in all items under the Consumer Price Index over the prior 12-month period, whichever is greater. Based on this criteria, fees shall then round up to the nearest two (2) decimal places. This change will take effect without prior notice to Client. 7.7Limited Payment Agent. Client appoints ParkMobile as its agent for the limited purpose of receiving, holding, and settling payments made by ParkMobile Users to Client in connection with the Services. Client acknowledges and agrees that receipt of payment from ParkMobile Users in connection with the Services by ParkMobile shall be deemed the same as receipt by Client itself. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES 8.1Mutual. Each party represents, warrants and covenants to the other party that: (a) it is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing as a corporation or other legal entity under the laws of the jurisdiction of its incorporation or other organization; (b) it has the full right, power, and authority to enter into and perform its obligations and grant the rights, licenses, consents, and authorizations it grants or is required to grant under this Agreement; (c) the representative that is executing this Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary corporate or organizational action of such party; and (d) when executed and delivered by both parties, this Agreement will constitute the legal, valid, and binding obligation of such party, enforceable against such party in accordance with its terms. 8.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile represents, warrants, and covenants to Client that ParkMobile will perform the Services using personnel of required skill, experience, and qualifications and in a professional and workmanlike manner in accordance with generally recognized industry standards for similar services and will devote adequate resources to meet its obligations under this Agreement. 8.3Disclaimers. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN SECTION 8.1 AND SECTION 8.2, ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” PARKMOBILE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PARKMOBILE DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCTS OR RESULTS OF THE USE THEREOF WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. PARKMOBILE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, SERVICE FAILURES, OR OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN USE OF THE INTERNET AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS. INDEMNIFICATION 9.1Mutual. Each party will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) ("Losses") incurred as a result from any third-party claim, suit, action, or proceeding ("Third-Party Claim") (i) to the extent it arises from a breach of the indemnifying party's representations and warranties under this Agreement or (ii) from and against any and all Losses incurred resulting from any Third-Party Claim arising out of the unlawful or unauthorized disclosure, access, use or breach of ParkMobile User Data in violation of this Agreement . 9.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third-Party Claim that the Platform or any use of the Platform in accordance with this Agreement, infringes or misappropriates such third party’s IP Rights, provided that Client promptly notifies ParkMobile in writing of the claim, cooperates with ParkMobile, and allows ParkMobile sole authority to control the defense and settlement of such claim. 9.3Reserved. 9.4Mitigation. If any of the Services are claimed to, or in ParkMobile’s opinion are likely to, infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any third-party IP Rights, or if Client’s use of the Services is enjoined or threatened to be enjoined, ParkMobile may, at its option and sole cost and expense: (a) obtain the right for Client to continue to use the Services as contemplated by this Agreement; (b) modify or replace the Services, in whole or in part, to seek to make the Services (as so modified or replaced) non-infringing, while providing equivalent features and functionality, in which case such modifications or replacements will constitute the Services, as applicable, under this Agreement; or (c) by written notice to Client, terminate this Agreement and require Client to immediately cease any use of the Services. 9.5Sole Remedy. THIS SECTION 9 SETS FORTH CLIENT’S SOLE REMEDIES AND PARKMOBILE’S SOLE LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION FOR ANY ACTUAL, THREATENED, OR ALLEGED CLAIMS THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT INFRINGES, MISAPPROPRIATES, OR OTHERWISE VIOLATES ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES 10.1Exclusion of Damages. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL PARKMOBILE OR ANY OF ITS LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT OR ITS SUBJECT MATTER UNDER ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, AND OTHERWISE, FOR ANY: (A) LOSS OF PRODUCTION, USE, BUSINESS, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE; (B) IMPAIRMENT, INABILITY TO USE OR LOSS, INTERRUPTION, OR DELAY OF THE SERVICES; (C) LOSS, DAMAGE, CORRUPTION, OR RECOVERY OF DATA, OR BREACH OF DATA OR SYSTEM SECURITY; (D) COST OF REPLACEMENT GOODS OR SERVICES; (E) LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION; OR (F) CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL, ENHANCED, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH PERSONS WERE ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES OR SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES WERE OTHERWISE FORESEEABLE, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.2Cap on Monetary Liability. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL THE COLLECTIVE AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF PARKMOBILE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING UNDER OR RELATED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, EXCEED ONE TIMES THE TOTAL AMOUNTS PAID TO PARKMOBILE UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IN THE 12 MONTH PERIOD PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.3Exceptions. The exclusions and limitations in Section 10.1 and Section 10.2 do not apply to ParkMobile's obligations under Section 9 or liability for ParkMobile's gross negligence or willful misconduct. INSURANCE ParkMobile, at its expense, shall procure and maintain in force for the duration of this Agreement the following minimum insurance coverages: General Liability. ParkMobile agrees to maintain commercial general liability insurance in a minimum amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The policy shall cover liability arising from premises, operations, products completed operations, personal injury, advertising injury, and contractually assumed liability. Client shall be endorsed as additional insured. Automobile Liability. If ParkMobile operates a motor vehicle in performing the Services under this Agreement, ParkMobile shall maintain commercial automobile liability insurance, including owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles, with a minimum liability limit of $1,000,000 combined single limit. Workers’ Compensation. ParkMobile agrees to provide workers’ compensation insurance for all its employees in accordance with the statutory requirements of the State of Minnesota. ParkMobile shall also carry employers liability coverage with minimum limits are as follows: $500,000 – Bodily Injury by Accident ParkMobile shall, prior to commencing the Services, deliver to the Client a Certificate of Insurance as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect. The insurance requirements may be met through any combination of primary and umbrella/excess insurance. All insurance shall be provided on an occurrence basis and not on a claims-made basis, except other coverage not reasonably available on an occurrence basis; provided that all such claims-made coverage is subject to the approval of the Client. All insurance limits of any policy in excess of the minimum limits shall be available to the Client. All policies, shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the Client, including its elected and appointed officials, employees, and agents for losses arising from activities under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s policies shall be the primary insurance to any other valid and collectible insurance available to the Client with respect to any claim arising out of ParkMobile’s performance under this Agreement. ParkMobile,’s policies and Certificate of Insurance shall contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policies shall not be cancelled without at least thirty (30) days advanced written notice to the Client, or ten (10) days’ written notice for nonpayment of premium. ParkMobile,shall obtain insurance policies from insurance companies having an “AM BEST” rating of A- (minus); Financial Size Category (FSC) VII or better, and authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota, or as approved by Client. Failure to maintain required insurance coverage may result in suspension of work or termination of this Agreement. Please review these requirements with your insurance agent or broker for assurance that the mandatory types and limits of insurance coverages are in place. Client’s failure to approve or disapprove ParkMobile ’s policies or certificates shall not relieve ParkMobile, of full responsibility to maintain the required insurance.< All insurance policies must be open to inspection by the Client, and copies of policies must be submitted to the Client’s authorized representative upon written request. If the coverage period shown on ParkMobile's current certificate(s) of insurance ends during the duration of this Agreement, ParkMobile must, prior to the end of the coverage period, obtain a new certificate of insurance showing that coverage is in effect. No representation is made that the minimum insurance requirements are sufficient to cover the obligations of ParkMobile,under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s insurance shall not limit its indemnification obligation to the Client under this Agreement. GENERAL TERMS 12.1Assignment. Neither party shall assign or otherwise transfer any of its rights, or delegate or otherwise transfer any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement, in each case whether voluntary, involuntarily, by operation of law, or otherwise, without the other party’s prior written consent. No assignment, delegation, or transfer by one party will relieve the other party of any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement. Any purported assignment, delegation, or transfer in violation of this Section 12.1 is void. This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns. 12.2Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds any term or provision of this Agreement to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement will remain in effect. 12.3Headings. The headings in this Agreement are for reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. 12.4Notices. Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement must be in writing and will be deemed received by the addressee: (a) when received, if delivered by hand with signed confirmation of receipt; (b) when received, if sent by a nationally recognized overnight courier, signature required; (c) when sent, if by email (with confirmation of transmission), if sent during the addressee’s normal business hours, and on the next business day, if sent after the addressee’s normal business hours; and (d) on the third business day after the date mailed by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Notices must be sent to the attention of the respective party's legal department at the address set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as either party may specific in writing. Any notice permitted or required under this Agreement that is sent to ParkMobile shall also be sent via email to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. 12.5Governing Law. This Agreement and all related documents, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, whether sounding in contract, tort, or statute are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Minnesota, United States of America (including its statutes of limitations). 12.6Amendment; Waivers. Any amendment must be in writing, signed by both parties, and expressly state that it is amending this Agreement. No waiver by any party will be effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by the party so waiving. No terms or conditions stated in a Client purchase order, vendor onboarding process or web portal, or any other Client order documentation shall be incorporated into or form any part of this Agreement, and all such terms or conditions shall be null and void, notwithstanding any language to the contrary therein, whether signed before or after this Agreement. 12.7Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any other documents incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. 12.8Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no third-party beneficiaries under this Agreement. 12.9Force Majeure. Neither party will be liable to the other for any delay or failure to perform any obligation under this Agreement (except for a failure to pay Fees) if the delay or failure results from any cause beyond such party’s reasonable control, including acts of God, labor disputes or other industrial disturbances, systemic electrical, telecommunications, or other utility failures, earthquakes, storms or other elements of nature, pandemics, blockages, embargoes, riots, acts or orders of government, acts of terrorism, or war. 12.10Independent Contractors. The parties to this Agreement are independent contractors. The parties do not intend, and nothing in this Agreement should be construed, to create or enter into any partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, agency, or similar relationship. Neither party has the power to bind the other or incur obligations on the other party’s behalf without the other party’s prior written consent. 12.11Export Control. Client will comply with all export and import laws and regulations of the United States and other applicable jurisdictions. Without limiting the foregoing, Client: (i) represents and warrants that it is not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties or located (or a national of) a country that is subject to a U.S. government embargo or that has been designated by the U.S. government as a “terrorist supporting” country; (ii) will not (and will not permit any third parties to) access or use any Service in violation of any U.S. export embargo, prohibition or restriction, and (iii) will not submit to any Service any information that is controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulation. 12.12Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or rule requiring construction or interpretation against the party drafting an instrument or causing any instrument to be drafted. The Schedules referred to herein shall be construed with, and as an integral part of, this Agreement to the same extent as if they were set forth verbatim herein. 12.13Counterparts. The parties may execute this Agreement in counterparts, including PDF and other electronic copies, which taken together will constitute one instrument. DEFINITIONS "Access Credentials" means any user name, identification number, password, license or security key, security token, PIN, or other security code, method, technology, or device, used alone or in combination, to verify an individual's identity and authorization to access and use the Platform. "Authorized User" means Client's employee, consultant, contractor, and agent who is authorized by Client to access and use the Platform under the rights granted to Client pursuant to this Agreement. "Brand Features" means a party’s trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, and other distinctive brand features. "Client Data" means any data specific to Client’s operation that is provided by Client to ParkMobile to be used in the provision of Services that is not available to ParkMobile publicly or by other means. "Confidential Information" means information that one party (or an affiliate) discloses to the other party under this Agreement, and that is marked as confidential or would normally be considered confidential information under the circumstances. It does not include information that is independently developed by the recipient, is rightfully given to the recipient by a third party without confidentiality obligations or becomes public through no fault of the recipient. "Documentation" means any manuals, instructions, or other documents or materials that ParkMobile provides or makes available to Client in any form or medium and which describe the functionality, components, features, or requirements of the Services. "IP Rights" means any and all registered and unregistered rights granted, applied for, or otherwise now or hereafter in existence under or related to any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, database protection, or other intellectual property rights laws, and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection, in any part of the world. "Parking Information" means parking zones, parking rates, parking restrictions, selected payment methods, and other information necessary for the provision of the Services for a specific Parking Location. "Parking Location" means the location or locations of Client’s on-street parking, off-street parking, reservation parking, parking lots, parking decks, permitted parking, and other facilities where ParkMobile Users may park. "ParkMobile Application" means any and all mobile and/or web applications, services, or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile and that are made available to the general public and that facilities the payment of parking transactions. "ParkMobile User" means an end user that uses the ParkMobile Application. "ParkMobile User Data" means information, data, and other content, in any form or media, that is submitted, posted, or otherwise transmitted by or on behalf of a ParkMobile User, directly or indirectly, through the ParkMobile Application. "PCI Data" means, as applicable, payment card number, cardholder name, expiration date, card verification code or value, service code, and/or security-related information used to authenticate cardholders and/or authorize payment card transactions "Personal Data" means (i) any information about an identified or identifiable individual; or (ii) information that is not specifically about an identifiable individual but, when combined with other information, may identify an individual. Personal Data includes names, email addresses, postal addresses, telephone numbers, government identification numbers, financial account numbers, payment card information, license plate information, online identifiers (including IP addresses and cookie identifiers), network and hardware identifiers, geolocation information, and any information that constitutes “personal data” or “personal information” within the meaning of any relevant and applicable data privacy or protection laws. "Platform" means access-controlled mobile and/or web applications, services or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile that are made available to Client to administer, configure, manage and/or monitor parking sessions, parking rates, and/or parking restrictions associated with Client’s Parking Locations. "Resultant Data" means data and information related to Client’s, Authorized Users' and/or ParkMobile Users' use of the Services that is used by ParkMobile in an aggregate and anonymized manner, including to compile statistical and performance information related to the provision and operation of the Services. "Services" means the ParkMobile Application, the Platform, and all other services provided by ParkMobile under this Agreement. SCHEDULE 2: SERVICES ON-DEMAND PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for on-demand parking using the ParkMobile Application (“On-Demand Parking”). ParkMobile Users may begin and, if applicable, end a parking transaction in a variety of ways: (1) visiting https://app.parkmobile.io; (2) calling ParkMobile’s IVR System, or (3) using the ParkMobile Application. In order to register with ParkMobile and begin a parking session, a consumer simply provide ParkMobile with the information required by ParkMobile to create an account, including payment method information and license plate number. Thereafter, subsequent parking sessions only require the ParkMobile User to enter or select the applicable parking duration available for the applicable location. The parking zone code of the Client parking areas are indicated on parking signs or on parking meters. Enforcers of the Client check the validity of parking status real time against the Platform via a web service offering, provided as part of the Services, to determine if a valid parking right exists. This information can be accessed by using a handheld terminal, mobile device or personal digital assistant (PDA). ParkMobile does not provide or pay for Client’s use of handheld terminals, mobile devices or PDAs for enforcement or any data plans or other items needed for communication between such items and the Services. At their option, ParkMobile Users will receive parking alert services from ParkMobile via SMS, ParkMobile Application push notification or email. The ParkMobile User may be notified, for example, when parked for an extended period of time or when the maximum parking time nears expiration. ParkMobile Users can use On-Demand Parking anywhere the Services are available. All parking charges are automatically charged to the ParkMobile User’s payment method, and ParkMobile Users have real time access to an online account-based personal page accessible from https://app.parkmobile.io to access and print parking history, receipts, and statements. RESERVATION PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for reservation parking using the ParkMobile Application (“Reservation Parking”). For each Parking Location that the parties agree to on-board for Reservation Parking Services, ParkMobile shall make the Parking Location's parking inventory available for sale through the ParkMobile Application and shall market and advertise such availability. The number of parking spaces and corresponding reservation periods and parking rates making up the parking inventory shall be specified by Client and may be altered by Client at any time for unreserved parking inventory. Responsibilities of Client. In order for ParkMobile to provide Reservation Parking Services, Client shall maintain an agreed upon number of parking spaces or transportation services at the Parking Location which shall be maintained at all times unless ParkMobile is notified otherwise in writing by Client. If access to the Parking Location is denied for any reason other than a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, Client agrees to forfeit its share of the applicable parking fee and authorizes ParkMobile to refund the entire Parking Fee to the ParkMobile User. If access to the Parking Location is denied because of a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, no Parking Fees will be refunded to the ParkMobile User. Client shall promote and market the Services through mutually agreed upon methods which shall include: a persistent, prominent “call to action” link/button on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) that directs users to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile (e.g. a “Reserve Parking Now” button); Embedded content on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) describing why and how to reserve parking through ParkMobile (e.g. FAQs, videos, etc.), such content to be provided by ParkMobile; and mentions in emails promoting the Parking Location, including “know before you go” emails, all of which shall include a “call to action” to reserve event parking and link to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile. Client agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain for ParkMobile a license to use photo and video assets of the Parking Location (where Client is not the Parking Location owner) and any tenants of a Parking Location in connection with ParkMobile’s marketing of the Services as available at such Parking Location. SCHEDULE 3: Client ELECTRONIC FUNDS AUTHORIZATION FORM This form authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to make payment to a business electronically. All payments will be paid in the account designated by the voided check or bank letter attached to this form once it has been verified by ParkMobile, LLC via telephone call, otherwise a check will be issued to the address on file. It is the responsibility of the client to notify ParkMobile, LLC of any changes pertinent to electronic payments, such as changes in banking information or email address. PAYEE/CLIENT INFORMATION CLIENT NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE NUMBER: VERIFICATION CALL BACK CONTACT PERSON: VERIFICATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: PRIMARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SECONDARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SIGNATURE & TITLE OF AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL: FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INFORMATION BANK NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: NINE DIGIT ROUTING TRANSIT NUMBER: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT TITLE: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT NUMBER: TYPE OF ACCOUNT: PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH A VOIDED CHECK OR BANK LETTER TO VERIFY THE ABOVE ACCOUNT INFORMATION This authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to send credit entries (and appropriate debit and adjustment entries), electronically or by any other commercially accepted method, to the account indicated above and to other accounts specified by Client in the future (the “Account”). This authorizes the financial institution holding the Account to post all such entries. This authorization will be in effect until ParkMobile receives a written termination notice from Client and has a reasonable opportunity to act on it. ParkMobile Service Agreement DRAFT 235810v1 PSA-LFPage 2 of 3 rev. 09/22 235810v1 235810v1 20250502145640,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_305.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thanks! I'm already running it up the chain. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, May 2, 2025, 2:01 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Attached is a draft of contract language that should alleviate our concerns regarding the cap on liability. If this works for your team, we can progress towards getting the approval on our end at 5/14. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 9:57 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Excellent. Thanks! Best, Rob On Wed, Apr 30, 2025 at 9:54 AM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Yes, I'll add the language to the redline version and send it over. I'm hopeful to get it today and I'll get it over as soon as I do. Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 8:36:53 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack! Okay, let's get the redline changes into one document. Could you also add the initial term details to your upcoming revised version? Best, Rob On Tue, Apr 29, 2025 at 4:04 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, We're getting close, but our team is still concerned that this change only indemnifies us if we are hacked or have a data leak on our end, not if it impacts ParkMobile. This version doesn't appear to change that other than striking 9.3. Additionally, could you work out the initial term details to be as we discussed, with a one-year term with automatic two-year renewals unless terminated per the existing terms? James is working on a counter version that we'll get to you ASAP. I know your clock is ticking with your attorney so we're trying to meet that consideration. If we can come to terms on this, our timeline would be to seek approval from City Council on Weds, May 14th as the final part of the program adoption. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 1:29 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Re: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Apologies for that! Please let me know if you have any trouble opening the attachment. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Fri, Apr 25, 2025, 1:26 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Could you resend? Attachment didn't go through. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 12:56 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Updated ParkMobile Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Here's an updated contract with your redline changes. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100%0D%0A+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,%0D%0A+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250505161911,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_306.eml State Fair Task Force Members, Thank you for your continued hard work on this project! I wanted to keep you looped in on some key dates & next steps: * Wednesday, May 7th at 6:30PM - The City Council will review the recommendations from the April 16th Task Force meeting and provide final recommendations to staff. You are welcome to attend, if you'd choose. * Friday, May 9th - Staff will send out an all resident email updating the latest on the proposal and invite interested residents to the May 14th City Council meeting. * Wednesday, May 14th at 7PM - The City Council will be asked to approve the final plan for pay-by-mobile parking, including authorizing the final contract with ParkMobile, adopting a resolution designating 2025 dates/times/locations paid parking will be in effect, a budget amendment and the plan for pass distribution. * Thursday, May 15th - Staff sends out an updated email & press release to the media on the final plan. St. Anthony Police Chief Jeff Spiess will join us at our Wednesday, May 21 SFTF meeting. We will also discuss next steps in the paid parking plan including staffing/purchases. Here is the updated webpage on the program & an updated FAQ you can point residents to if they ask questions: https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250505161911,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_307.eml State Fair Task Force Members, Thank you for your continued hard work on this project! I wanted to keep you looped in on some key dates & next steps: * Wednesday, May 7th at 6:30PM - The City Council will review the recommendations from the April 16th Task Force meeting and provide final recommendations to staff. You are welcome to attend, if you'd choose. * Friday, May 9th - Staff will send out an all resident email updating the latest on the proposal and invite interested residents to the May 14th City Council meeting. * Wednesday, May 14th at 7PM - The City Council will be asked to approve the final plan for pay-by-mobile parking, including authorizing the final contract with ParkMobile, adopting a resolution designating 2025 dates/times/locations paid parking will be in effect, a budget amendment and the plan for pass distribution. * Thursday, May 15th - Staff sends out an updated email & press release to the media on the final plan. St. Anthony Police Chief Jeff Spiess will join us at our Wednesday, May 21 SFTF meeting. We will also discuss next steps in the paid parking plan including staffing/purchases. Here is the updated webpage on the program & an updated FAQ you can point residents to if they ask questions: https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250505170049,Georgiana May gmay@umn.edu,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.mielke@falconheights.org_308.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thank you for the heads up! I will be attending the workshop on Weds but will miss the Council meeting. The email on Friday May 9, will provide information on paid parking agree to by Council on Weds, correct? If so, it would greatly help to provide an “executive summary” that provides the essential facts of the Council’s plan clearly but w/o a lot of excess information. I hope we can move forward on this! We’ve all worked so hard. Thank you, Georgiana On Mon, May 5, 2025 at 4:19 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: State Fair Task Force Members, Thank you for your continued hard work on this project! I wanted to keep you looped in on some key dates & next steps: * Wednesday, May 7th at 6:30PM - The City Council will review the recommendations from the April 16th Task Force meeting and provide final recommendations to staff. You are welcome to attend, if you'd choose. * Friday, May 9th - Staff will send out an all resident email updating the latest on the proposal and invite interested residents to the May 14th City Council meeting. * Wednesday, May 14th at 7PM - The City Council will be asked to approve the final plan for pay-by-mobile parking, including authorizing the final contract with ParkMobile, adopting a resolution designating 2025 dates/times/locations paid parking will be in effect, a budget amendment and the plan for pass distribution. * Thursday, May 15th - Staff sends out an updated email & press release to the media on the final plan. St. Anthony Police Chief Jeff Spiess will join us at our Wednesday, May 21 SFTF meeting. We will also discuss next steps in the paid parking plan including staffing/purchases. Here is the updated webpage on the program & an updated FAQ you can point residents to if they ask questions: https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250506114823,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_309.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, The legal department made some adjustments to ensure that the facts of the data practices are clear and the liability is specified. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] This ParkMobile Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Parkmobile, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, with offices at 1100 Spring St. NW, Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 (“ParkMobile”) and City of Falcon Heights, a Minnesota municipality, with offices at 2077 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 (“Client”). This Agreement will become effective as of the last signature date below (the “Effective Date”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements set forth in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: PARTY CONTACTS Client ParkMobile Legal Name: City of Falcon Heights Legal Name: Parkmobile, LLC Contact: Sales Rep: Rob Stephens Email: Email: Rob.Stephens@parkmobile.io Phone: Phone: 531-229-6942 Address: Address: City of Falcon Heights 2077 Larpenteur Ave W Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Parkmobile, LLC 1100 Spring St. NWSte 200 Atlanta, GA 30309 For legal notices: with a copy to ParkMobile’s Legal Department at the above address and to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. SERVICE TERMS Services ParkMobile will provide Client with the Services related to the following types of parking transactions: On-Demand, Reservations Initial Term 1 years beginning on the Effective Date Renewal This Agreement will automatically renew for additional successive two (2) year terms unless earlier terminated pursuant to this Agreement's express provisions or either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days before the end of the then-current term (each a "Renewal Term" and, collectively, together with the Initial Term, the "Term"). Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement effective immediately on written notice to the other party, if the breaching party materially breaches this Agreement, and such breach: (i) is incapable of cure; or (ii) being capable of cure, remains uncured thirty (30) days after the non-breaching party provides the breaching party with written notice of such breach. Merchant of Record The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. ParkMobile will remit any amounts due Client in arrears to Client on the 15th of the following month. Parking Locations The Services will be provided to Client in the following locations / geographical territory: All client locations Signage Client will receive one free welcome kit that includes the aluminum signs and/or decal stickers necessary to complete implementation (installation not included). All signage included in the welcome kit is designed using ParkMobile's standard signage templates. Custom signage may be made available to Client for purchase at ParkMobile's current signage rates. Any requested changes to ParkMobile's standard signage templates will be treated as custom signage. Additional and/or replacement signage may be purchased by Client at ParkMobile's then-current signage rates. Installation and maintenance of all signage is Client's sole responsibility. Governing Law State of Minnesota Schedules This Agreement incorporates the following Schedules: Schedule 1: Client General Terms and Conditions; Schedule 2: Services; Schedule 3: Client Electronic Funds Authorization Form IMPLEMENTATION FEES Description Units Rate Price Implementation Fee 0 $1,000.00 $0.00 Custom Development 0 $165.00/hr $0.00 Total Implementation Fees: $0.00 ADDITIONAL FEES Call Center & Customer Support WAIVED Client Support & Maintenance WAIVED Hosting WAIVED Enforcement Portal WAIVED Reporting Portal WAIVED Marketing & Advertising WAIVED Promotional Codes $250.00 / month USER FEES On-Demand User Fee $0.40 per transaction On-Demand Event User Fee 15% per transaction Reservation User Fee 15% of parking fee “No-Charge” Reservation Service Fee $1.00 per no-charge reservation The parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date. City of Falcon Heights Parkmobile, LLC By:$docusign:SignHere::Customer1 By:$docusign:SignHere::InternalSigner1 Name:$docusign:FullName::Customer1 Name:$docusign:FullName::InternalSigner1 Title:$docusign:Title::Customer1 Title:$docusign:Title::InternalSigner1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::Customer1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::InternalSigner1 SCHEDULE 1: CLIENT GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS SERVICES 1.1 General. During the term, ParkMobile will provide the Services to Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 1.2 Launch Date. The parties will mutually agree upon the launch date for the Services. 1.3 ParkMobile Application. On and after the launch date, Client’s Parking Locations, along with associated Parking Information, will be made available to the general public through the ParkMobile Application. 1.4Parking Management Services. Subject to the license granted in Section 2, Client will be provided access to the Platform to manage Client’s Parking Locations and associated Parking Information. 1.5 Parking Locations. The parties agree that ParkMobile does not own, operate, manage, or maintain any Parking Location. Client agrees that ParkMobile is not responsible for the condition or operation of any Parking Location, including, but not limited to, the operation of third-party hardware and/or software-based solutions used by Client at the Parking Location or for the delivery and/or fulfillment of parking or other services at the Parking Location. 1.6 Publicity of Services. Each party will use commercially reasonable efforts to market the Services throughout the Term. All brochures and promotional material to be distributed by Client will be in a form mutually agreed upon by the parties, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. 1.7 Exclusivity. Throughout the term, the parties agree that ParkMobile will be the exclusive provider of electronic payment parking services for Client. 1.8 PCI DSS. ParkMobile has obtained, and will continue to maintain throughout the term, Payment Card Industry – Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) certification. 1.9Online Client General Terms & Conditions. The parties agree that this Agreement supersedes the Client General Terms and Conditions that is publicly available at https://parkmobile.io/client-terms with respect to the Services provided under this Agreement. ACCESS & USE OF PLATFORM 2.1Provision of Access. Subject to and conditioned on Client's and its Authorized Users' compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, all applicable laws and regulations, and Client’s payment of fees, ParkMobile grants Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use the Platform during the Term. Such use is limited to Client’s internal use. ParkMobile will provide Client the Access Credentials within a reasonable time following the Effective Date. 2.2Documentation License. ParkMobile hereby grants to Client a non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to use the Documentation during the Term solely for Client's internal business purposes in connection with its use of the Services. 2.3Use Restrictions. Client will not, directly or indirectly, and will not permit any third party to, access or use the Platform except as expressly permitted by this Agreement. For purposes of clarity and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Client shall not, except as this Agreement expressly permits: (a) copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Platform or Documentation, in whole or in part; (b) rent, lease, copy, lend, sell, sublicense, assign, distribute, publish, transfer, or otherwise make available the Platform or Documentation to any person or entity; (c) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, decode, adapt, or otherwise attempt to derive or gain access to any software component of the Platform, in whole or in part; (d) bypass or breach any security device or protection used by the Platform or access or use the Platform other than by an Authorized User through the use of his or her own then valid Access Credentials; (e) remove any proprietary notices from the Platform or Documentation; (f) use the Platform or Documentation in any manner or for any purpose that infringes, misappropriates, or otherwise violates any IP Right or other right of any person, or that violates any applicable law; (g) upload invalid data, malware, or other software agents through the Platform; or (h) use the Platform for any purpose beyond the scope of the access granted in this Agreement. 2.4Reservation of Rights. Nothing in this Agreement grants any right, title, or interest in or to (including any license under) any IP Rights in or relating to, the Services, whether expressly, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise. All right, title, and interest in and to the Services are and will remain with ParkMobile. 2.5Changes. ParkMobile reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to make any changes to the Services that it deems necessary or useful to: (a) maintain or enhance: (i) the quality or delivery of ParkMobile's services to its customers; (ii) the competitive strength of or market for ParkMobile's services; or (iii) the Services' cost efficiency or performance; or (b) to comply with applicable law. 2.6Suspension or Termination of Services. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, ParkMobile may suspend, terminate, or otherwise Client’s, any Authorized User’s, or any other person’s access to or use of all or any part of the Services, without incurring any resulting obligation or liability, if: (a) ParkMobile receives a judicial or other governmental demand or order, subpoena, or law enforcement request that expressly or by reasonable implication requires ParkMobile to do so; or (b) ParkMobile believes, in its good faith and sole discretion, that (i) Client or any Authorized User has failed to comply with any material term of this Agreement, or accessed or used the Services beyond the scope of the rights granted or for a purpose not authorized under this Agreement; (ii) Client or any Authorized User is, has been, or is likely to be using the Services for fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful activities; (iii) there is a threat or attack on any of the Services; (iv) Client’s or any Authorized User’s use of the Services disrupts or poses a security risk to ParkMobile or to any other client, end user, vendor or partner of ParkMobile; or (v) this Agreement expires or is terminated. This Section does not limit any of ParkMobile's other rights or remedies, whether at law, in equity, or under this Agreement. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1Use of Platform Account. Client is responsible and liable for all uses of the Platform resulting from access provided by Client, directly or indirectly, whether such access or use is permitted by or in violation of this Agreement. Client must notify ParkMobile immediately of any breach of security or unauthorized use of Client’s account. 3.2Parking Information. Client is responsible for setting all rates, zones, and other required information regarding its Parking Locations offered through the ParkMobile Application and for keeping such information up to date within the Platform. 3.3Effect of Client Failure or Delay. ParkMobile is not responsible or liable for any delay or failure of performance caused in whole or in part by Client's delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under this Agreement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT 4.1Scheduled Maintenance. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to schedule downtime for routine maintenance of the Services between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Eastern Time; however, ParkMobile may modify this window from time-to-time by providing Client with advance notice. If ParkMobile anticipates that it will need to perform maintenance activities that are likely to be disruptive to the use of the Services outside of the scheduled maintenance window, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to give Client at least 24 hours prior notice. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ParkMobile reserves the right to perform any required emergency maintenance work outside of the scheduled maintenance window. To the extent practicable, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to notify Client before commencing any emergency maintenance outside of the scheduled maintenance window and will use commercially reasonable efforts to limit or avoid impact to use of the Services. 4.2Client Support. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to assist Client with any technical support that Client may reasonably require in using the Services. ParkMobile will provide technical support for rate and configuration changes to Client Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET). For issues relating to On-Demand Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to support@parkmobile.io. For issues relating to Reservation Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to prs@parkmobile.io. ParkMobile will provide Client with emergency technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. In the event of an emergency involving technical and/or system availability issues, Client may contact the on-call engineer via email to applicationsupport@parkmobile.io. 4.3End-User Support. ParkMobile will provide customer support for ParkMobile Users 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. There are multiple methods that ParkMobile Users can access customer support, such as: ParkMobile’s online ticketing system, in-app chat feature, and toll-free phone number. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 5.1General. Neither party will disclose the other party’s Confidential Information except to its employees, affiliates, agents, or professional advisors (“Representatives”) who need to know it and who have a legal obligation to keep it confidential. The receiving party will use the disclosing party’s Confidential Information only to exercise rights and fulfill obligations under this Agreement. The receiving party will ensure that its Representatives are also subject to the same non-disclosure and use obligations. The receiving party may disclose the other party's Confidential Information when required by law after giving reasonable notice to the disclosing party, if permitted by law. 5.2Personal Data. In the event a party discloses Personal Data to the other party, the receiving party will have the right to use the Personal Data only as required and necessary to perform its obligations under this Agreement. 5.3Records Access. ParkMobile shall provide Client access to any books, documents, papers, and records which are directly pertinent to the specific contract, for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and transcriptions, for six (6) years after final payment and other pending matters related to this Agreement are closed. The six (6) year retention period shall be extended for additional periods if required for Client compliance with state or federal auditing or data practices requirements. 5.4Data Practices. ParkMobile must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as it applies to (1) all data provided by the Client pursuant to this Agreement, and (2) all data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by ParkMobile pursuant to this Agreement. ParkMobile is subject to all provisions of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, including but not limited to the civil remedies of Minnesota Statues Section 13.08, as if it were a government entity. In the event ParkMobile receives a formal request to release data pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, ParkMobile will immediately notify Client. Client will give ParkMobile instructions concerning the release of data to the requesting party before the data is released. ParkMobile agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold Client, its officials, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers harmless from any claims resulting from ParkMobile’s officers’, agents’, owners’, partners’, employees’, volunteers’, assignees’, or subcontractors’ unlawful disclosure and/or use of protected data. The terms of this section shall survive the cancellation and termination of this Agreement. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP 6.1Client Data. Client Data remains the sole and exclusive property of Client. Client grants ParkMobile a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use Client Data in connection with the Services. 6.2Client Brand Features. Client grants to ParkMobile a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display Client’s Brand Features in connection with providing and/or marketing the Services. ParkMobile will not make any use of Client’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.3ParkMobile IP. Client acknowledges that, as between Client and ParkMobile, ParkMobile owns all right, title, and interest, including all IP Rights, in and to the Services, including but not limited to the ParkMobile Application and the Platform. 6.4ParkMobile Brand Features. ParkMobile grants to Client a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display ParkMobile’s Brand Features in connection with the Services, subject to ParkMobile’s Brand Guidelines available at https://parkmobile.io/company/parkmobile-media-assets/logos/. Client will not make any use of ParkMobile’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.5ParkMobile User Data. ParkMobile User Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile may sublicense certain ParkMobile User Data to Client upon Client’s execution of ParkMobile’s Data Protection Agreement. Client will not, directly or indirectly: (<i) sell or resell ParkMobile User Data in any capacity or form; (ii) create any derivative work using ParkMobile User Data; or (iii) use ParkMobile User Data for purposes other than those specifically allowed in this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties acknowledge and agree that ParkMobile will not sublicense or provide any PCI Data to Client. 6.6Resultant Data. Resultant Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile grants Client a revocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-assignable, non-transferable license to applicable Resultant Data for the duration of the term only for Client’s internal use in connection with the Services. 6.7Reservation of Rights. ParkMobile reserves all rights not expressly granted to Client in this Agreement. Except for the limited rights and licenses expressly granted under this Agreement, nothing in this Agreement grants, by implication, waiver, estoppel, or otherwise, to Client or any third party any IP Rights or other right, title, or interest in or to the ParkMobile Application and/or the Platform. FEES AND PAYMENT 7.1Fees. Client shall pay ParkMobile the fees set forth in the Agreement that incorporates these Client General Terms & Conditions ("Fees") in accordance with this Section 7. 7.2Payment Terms. The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. On or before the 15th day of each month, ParkMobile will disburse to Client all parking fees ParkMobile received during the preceding month from ParkMobile Users on behalf of Client as a direct result of this Agreement, less any amounts owed to ParkMobile. 7.3Taxes. All fees and other amounts payable by Client under this Agreement are exclusive of taxes and similar assessments. Without limiting the foregoing, Client is responsible for all sales, use, and excise taxes, and any other similar taxes, duties, and charges of any kind imposed by any federal, state, or local governmental or regulatory authority on any amounts payable by Client hereunder, other than any taxes imposed on ParkMobile’s income. 7.4Reserved. 7.5No Deductions or Setoffs. All amounts payable to ParkMobile under this Agreement shall be paid by Client to ParkMobile in full without any setoff, recoupment, counterclaim, deduction, debit, or withholding for any reason (other than any deduction or withholding of tax as may be required by applicable law). 7.6Fee Increases. Beginning on the first anniversary of the Effective Date and continuing annually thereafter on a compounding basis, fees shall increase by ten percent (10%) or the percentage equal to the average increase in all items under the Consumer Price Index over the prior 12-month period, whichever is greater. Based on this criteria, fees shall then round up to the nearest two (2) decimal places. This change will take effect without prior notice to Client. 7.7Limited Payment Agent. Client appoints ParkMobile as its agent for the limited purpose of receiving, holding, and settling payments made by ParkMobile Users to Client in connection with the Services. Client acknowledges and agrees that receipt of payment from ParkMobile Users in connection with the Services by ParkMobile shall be deemed the same as receipt by Client itself. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES 8.1Mutual. Each party represents, warrants and covenants to the other party that: (a) it is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing as a corporation or other legal entity under the laws of the jurisdiction of its incorporation or other organization; (b) it has the full right, power, and authority to enter into and perform its obligations and grant the rights, licenses, consents, and authorizations it grants or is required to grant under this Agreement; (c) the representative that is executing this Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary corporate or organizational action of such party; and (d) when executed and delivered by both parties, this Agreement will constitute the legal, valid, and binding obligation of such party, enforceable against such party in accordance with its terms. 8.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile represents, warrants, and covenants to Client that ParkMobile will perform the Services using personnel of required skill, experience, and qualifications and in a professional and workmanlike manner in accordance with generally recognized industry standards for similar services and will devote adequate resources to meet its obligations under this Agreement. 8.3Disclaimers. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN SECTION 8.1 AND SECTION 8.2, ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” PARKMOBILE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PARKMOBILE DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCTS OR RESULTS OF THE USE THEREOF WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. PARKMOBILE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, SERVICE FAILURES, OR OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN USE OF THE INTERNET AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS. INDEMNIFICATION 9.1Mutual. Each party will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) ("Losses") incurred as a result from any third-party claim, suit, action, or proceeding ("Third-Party Claim") (i) to the extent it arises from a breach of the indemnifying party's representations and warranties under this Agreement. 9.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third-Party Claim that the Platform or any use of the Platform in accordance with this Agreement, infringes or misappropriates such third party’s IP Rights, provided that Client promptly notifies ParkMobile in writing of the claim, cooperates with ParkMobile, and allows ParkMobile sole authority to control the defense and settlement of such claim. 9.3Reserved. Client. Client will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ParkMobile from and against any and all Losses incurred by ParkMobile resulting from any Third-Party Claim arising out of Client’s disclosure or use of ParkMobile User Data in violation of this Agreement 9.4Mitigation. If any of the Services are claimed to, or in ParkMobile’s opinion are likely to, infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any third-party IP Rights, or if Client’s use of the Services is enjoined or threatened to be enjoined, ParkMobile may, at its option and sole cost and expense: (a) obtain the right for Client to continue to use the Services as contemplated by this Agreement; (b) modify or replace the Services, in whole or in part, to seek to make the Services (as so modified or replaced) non-infringing, while providing equivalent features and functionality, in which case such modifications or replacements will constitute the Services, as applicable, under this Agreement; or (c) by written notice to Client, terminate this Agreement and require Client to immediately cease any use of the Services. 9.5Sole Remedy. THIS SECTION 9 SETS FORTH CLIENT’S SOLE REMEDIES AND PARKMOBILE’S SOLE LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION FOR ANY ACTUAL, THREATENED, OR ALLEGED CLAIMS THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT INFRINGES, MISAPPROPRIATES, OR OTHERWISE VIOLATES ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES 10.1Exclusion of Damages. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL PARKMOBILE OR ANY OF ITS LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT OR ITS SUBJECT MATTER UNDER ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, AND OTHERWISE, FOR ANY: (A) LOSS OF PRODUCTION, USE, BUSINESS, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE; (B) IMPAIRMENT, INABILITY TO USE OR LOSS, INTERRUPTION, OR DELAY OF THE SERVICES; (C) LOSS, DAMAGE, CORRUPTION, OR RECOVERY OF DATA, OR BREACH OF DATA OR SYSTEM SECURITY; (D) COST OF REPLACEMENT GOODS OR SERVICES; (E) LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION; OR (F) CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL, ENHANCED, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH PERSONS WERE ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES OR SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES WERE OTHERWISE FORESEEABLE, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.2Cap on Monetary Liability. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL THE COLLECTIVE AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF PARKMOBILE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING UNDER OR RELATED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, EXCEED ONE TIMES THE TOTAL AMOUNTS PAID TO PARKMOBILE UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IN THE 12 MONTH PERIOD PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.3Exceptions. The exclusions and limitations in Section 10.1 and Section 10.2 do not apply to ParkMobile's obligations under Section 9 or liability for ParkMobile's gross negligence or willful misconduct. INSURANCE ParkMobile, at its expense, shall procure and maintain in force for the duration of this Agreement the following minimum insurance coverages: General Liability. ParkMobile agrees to maintain commercial general liability insurance in a minimum amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The policy shall cover liability arising from premises, operations, products completed operations, personal injury, advertising injury, and contractually assumed liability. Client shall be endorsed as additional insured. Automobile Liability. If ParkMobile operates a motor vehicle in performing the Services under this Agreement, ParkMobile shall maintain commercial automobile liability insurance, including owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles, with a minimum liability limit of $1,000,000 combined single limit. Workers’ Compensation. ParkMobile agrees to provide workers’ compensation insurance for all its employees in accordance with the statutory requirements of the State of Minnesota. ParkMobile shall also carry employers liability coverage with minimum limits are as follows: $500,000 – Bodily Injury by Accident ParkMobile shall, prior to commencing the Services, deliver to the Client a Certificate of Insurance as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect. The insurance requirements may be met through any combination of primary and umbrella/excess insurance. All insurance shall be provided on an occurrence basis and not on a claims-made basis, except other coverage not reasonably available on an occurrence basis; provided that all such claims-made coverage is subject to the approval of the Client. All insurance limits of any policy in excess of the minimum limits shall be available to the Client. All policies, shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the Client, including its elected and appointed officials, employees, and agents for losses arising from activities under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s policies shall be the primary insurance to any other valid and collectible insurance available to the Client with respect to any claim arising out of ParkMobile’s performance under this Agreement. ParkMobile,’s policies and Certificate of Insurance shall contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policies shall not be cancelled without at least thirty (30) days advanced written notice to the Client, or ten (10) days’ written notice for nonpayment of premium. ParkMobile,shall obtain insurance policies from insurance companies having an “AM BEST” rating of A- (minus); Financial Size Category (FSC) VII or better, and authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota, or as approved by Client. Failure to maintain required insurance coverage may result in suspension of work or termination of this Agreement. Please review these requirements with your insurance agent or broker for assurance that the mandatory types and limits of insurance coverages are in place. Client’s failure to approve or disapprove ParkMobile ’s policies or certificates shall not relieve ParkMobile, of< full responsibility to maintain the required insurance. All insurance policies must be open to inspection by the Client, and copies of policies must be submitted to the Client’s authorized representative upon written request. If the coverage period shown on ParkMobile's current certificate(s) of insurance ends during the duration of this Agreement, ParkMobile must, prior to the end of the coverage period, obtain a new certificate of insurance showing that coverage is in effect. No representation is made that the minimum insurance requirements are sufficient to cover the obligations of ParkMobile,under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s insurance shall not limit its indemnification obligation to the Client under this Agreement. GENERAL TERMS 12.1Assignment. Neither party shall assign or otherwise transfer any of its rights, or delegate or otherwise transfer any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement, in each case whether voluntary, involuntarily, by operation of law, or otherwise, without the other party’s prior written consent. No assignment, delegation, or transfer by one party will relieve the other party of any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement. Any purported assignment, delegation, or transfer in violation of this Section 12.1 is void. This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns. 12.2Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds any term or provision of this Agreement to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement will remain in effect. 12.3Headings. The headings in this Agreement are for reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. 12.4Notices. Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement must be in writing and will be deemed received by the addressee: (a) when received, if delivered by hand with signed confirmation of receipt; (b) when received, if sent by a nationally recognized overnight courier, signature required; (c) when sent, if by email (with confirmation of transmission), if sent during the addressee’s normal business hours, and on the next business day, if sent after the addressee’s normal business hours; and (d) on the third business day after the date mailed by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Notices must be sent to the attention of the respective party's legal department at the address set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as either party may specific in writing. Any notice permitted or required under this Agreement that is sent to ParkMobile shall also be sent via email to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. 12.5Governing Law. This Agreement and all related documents, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, whether sounding in contract, tort, or statute are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Minnesota, United States of America (including its statutes of limitations). 12.6Amendment; Waivers. Any amendment must be in writing, signed by both parties, and expressly state that it is amending this Agreement. No waiver by any party will be effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by the party so waiving. No terms or conditions stated in a Client purchase order, vendor onboarding process or web portal, or any other Client order documentation shall be incorporated into or form any part of this Agreement, and all such terms or conditions shall be null and void, notwithstanding any language to the contrary therein, whether signed before or after this Agreement. 12.7Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any other documents incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. 12.8Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no third-party beneficiaries under this Agreement. 12.9Force Majeure. Neither party will be liable to the other for any delay or failure to perform any obligation under this Agreement (except for a failure to pay Fees) if the delay or failure results from any cause beyond such party’s reasonable control, including acts of God, labor disputes or other industrial disturbances, systemic electrical, telecommunications, or other utility failures, earthquakes, storms or other elements of nature, pandemics, blockages, embargoes, riots, acts or orders of government, acts of terrorism, or war. 12.10Independent Contractors. The parties to this Agreement are independent contractors. The parties do not intend, and nothing in this Agreement should be construed, to create or enter into any partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, agency, or similar relationship. Neither party has the power to bind the other or incur obligations on the other party’s behalf without the other party’s prior written consent. 12.11Export Control. Client will comply with all export and import laws and regulations of the United States and other applicable jurisdictions. Without limiting the foregoing, Client: (i) represents and warrants that it is not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties or located (or a national of) a country that is subject to a U.S. government embargo or that has been designated by the U.S. government as a “terrorist supporting” country; (ii) will not (and will not permit any third parties to) access or use any Service in violation of any U.S. export embargo, prohibition or restriction, and (iii) will not submit to any Service any information that is controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulation. 12.12Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or rule requiring construction or interpretation against the party drafting an instrument or causing any instrument to be drafted. The Schedules referred to herein shall be construed with, and as an integral part of, this Agreement to the same extent as if they were set forth verbatim herein. 12.13Counterparts. The parties may execute this Agreement in counterparts, including PDF and other electronic copies, which taken together will constitute one instrument. DEFINITIONS "Access Credentials" means any user name, identification number, password, license or security key, security token, PIN, or other security code, method, technology, or device, used alone or in combination, to verify an individual's identity and authorization to access and use the Platform. "Authorized User" means Client's employee, consultant, contractor, and agent who is authorized by Client to access and use the Platform under the rights granted to Client pursuant to this Agreement. "Brand Features" means a party’s trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, and other distinctive brand features. "Client Data" means any data specific to Client’s operation that is provided by Client to ParkMobile to be used in the provision of Services that is not available to ParkMobile publicly or by other means. "Confidential Information" means information that one party (or an affiliate) discloses to the other party under this Agreement, and that is marked as confidential or would normally be considered confidential information under the circumstances. It does not include information that is independently developed by the recipient, is rightfully given to the recipient by a third party without confidentiality obligations or becomes public through no fault of the recipient. "Documentation" means any manuals, instructions, or other documents or materials that ParkMobile provides or makes available to Client in any form or medium and which describe the functionality, components, features, or requirements of the Services. "IP Rights" means any and all registered and unregistered rights granted, applied for, or otherwise now or hereafter in existence under or related to any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, database protection, or other intellectual property rights laws, and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection, in any part of the world. "Parking Information" means parking zones, parking rates, parking restrictions, selected payment methods, and other information necessary for the provision of the Services for a specific Parking Location. "Parking Location" means the location or locations of Client’s on-street parking, off-street parking, reservation parking, parking lots, parking decks, permitted parking, and other facilities where ParkMobile Users may park. "ParkMobile Application" means any and all mobile and/or web applications, services, or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile and that are made available to the general public and that facilities the payment of parking transactions. "ParkMobile User" means an end user that uses the ParkMobile Application. "ParkMobile User Data" means information, data, and other content, in any form or media, that is submitted, posted, or otherwise transmitted by or on behalf of a ParkMobile User, directly or indirectly, through the ParkMobile Application. "PCI Data" means, as applicable, payment card number, cardholder name, expiration date, card verification code or value, service code, and/or security-related information used to authenticate cardholders and/or authorize payment card transactions "Personal Data" means (i) any information about an identified or identifiable individual; or (ii) information that is not specifically about an identifiable individual but, when combined with other information, may identify an individual. Personal Data includes names, email addresses, postal addresses, telephone numbers, government identification numbers, financial account numbers, payment card information, license plate information, online identifiers (including IP addresses and cookie identifiers), network and hardware identifiers, geolocation information, and any information that constitutes “personal data” or “personal information” within the meaning of any relevant and applicable data privacy or protection laws. "Platform" means access-controlled mobile and/or web applications, services or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile that are made available to Client to administer, configure, manage and/or monitor parking sessions, parking rates, and/or parking restrictions associated with Client’s Parking Locations. "Resultant Data" means data and information related to Client’s, Authorized Users' and/or ParkMobile Users' use of the Services that is used by ParkMobile in an aggregate and anonymized manner, including to compile statistical and performance information related to the provision and operation of the Services. "Services" means the ParkMobile Application, the Platform, and all other services provided by ParkMobile under this Agreement. SCHEDULE 2: SERVICES ON-DEMAND PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for on-demand parking using the ParkMobile Application (“On-Demand Parking”). ParkMobile Users may begin and, if applicable, end a parking transaction in a variety of ways: (1) visiting https://app.parkmobile.io; (2) calling ParkMobile’s IVR System, or (3) using the ParkMobile Application. In order to register with ParkMobile and begin a parking session, a consumer simply provide ParkMobile with the information required by ParkMobile to create an account, including payment method information and license plate number. Thereafter, subsequent parking sessions only require the ParkMobile User to enter or select the applicable parking duration available for the applicable location. The parking zone code of the Client parking areas are indicated on parking signs or on parking meters. Enforcers of the Client check the validity of parking status real time against the Platform via a web service offering, provided as part of the Services, to determine if a valid parking right exists. This information can be accessed by using a handheld terminal, mobile device or personal digital assistant (PDA). ParkMobile does not provide or pay for Client’s use of handheld terminals, mobile devices or PDAs for enforcement or any data plans or other items needed for communication between such items and the Services. At their option, ParkMobile Users will receive parking alert services from ParkMobile via SMS, ParkMobile Application push notification or email. The ParkMobile User may be notified, for example, when parked for an extended period of time or when the maximum parking time nears expiration. ParkMobile Users can use On-Demand Parking anywhere the Services are available. All parking charges are automatically charged to the ParkMobile User’s payment method, and ParkMobile Users have real time access to an online account-based personal page accessible from https://app.parkmobile.io to access and print parking history, receipts, and statements. RESERVATION PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for reservation parking using the ParkMobile Application (“Reservation Parking”). For each Parking Location that the parties agree to on-board for Reservation Parking Services, ParkMobile shall make the Parking Location's parking inventory available for sale through the ParkMobile Application and shall market and advertise such availability. The number of parking spaces and corresponding reservation periods and parking rates making up the parking inventory shall be specified by Client and may be altered by Client at any time for unreserved parking inventory. Responsibilities of Client. In order for ParkMobile to provide Reservation Parking Services, Client shall maintain an agreed upon number of parking spaces or transportation services at the Parking Location which shall be maintained at all times unless ParkMobile is notified otherwise in writing by Client. If access to the Parking Location is denied for any reason other than a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, Client agrees to forfeit its share of the applicable parking fee and authorizes ParkMobile to refund the entire Parking Fee to the ParkMobile User. If access to the Parking Location is denied because of a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, no Parking Fees will be refunded to the ParkMobile User. Client shall promote and market the Services through mutually agreed upon methods which shall include: a persistent, prominent “call to action” link/button on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) that directs users to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile (e.g. a “Reserve Parking Now” button); Embedded content on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) describing why and how to reserve parking through ParkMobile (e.g. FAQs, videos, etc.), such content to be provided by ParkMobile; and mentions in emails promoting the Parking Location, including “know before you go” emails, all of which shall include a “call to action” to reserve event parking and link to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile. Client agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain for ParkMobile a license to use photo and video assets of the Parking Location (where Client is not the Parking Location owner) and any tenants of a Parking Location in connection with ParkMobile’s marketing of the Services as available at such Parking Location. SCHEDULE 3: Client ELECTRONIC FUNDS AUTHORIZATION FORM This form authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to make payment to a business electronically. All payments will be paid in the account designated by the voided check or bank letter attached to this form once it has been verified by ParkMobile, LLC via telephone call, otherwise a check will be issued to the address on file. It is the responsibility of the client to notify ParkMobile, LLC of any changes pertinent to electronic payments, such as changes in banking information or email address. PAYEE/CLIENT INFORMATION CLIENT NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE NUMBER: VERIFICATION CALL BACK CONTACT PERSON: VERIFICATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: PRIMARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SECONDARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SIGNATURE & TITLE OF AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL: FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INFORMATION BANK NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: NINE DIGIT ROUTING TRANSIT NUMBER: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT TITLE: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT NUMBER: TYPE OF ACCOUNT: PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH A VOIDED CHECK OR BANK LETTER TO VERIFY THE ABOVE ACCOUNT INFORMATION This authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to send credit entries (and appropriate debit and adjustment entries), electronically or by any other commercially accepted method, to the account indicated above and to other accounts specified by Client in the future (the “Account”). This authorizes the financial institution holding the Account to post all such entries. This authorization will be in effect until ParkMobile receives a written termination notice from Client and has a reasonable opportunity to act on it. ParkMobile Service Agreement DRAFT 235810v1 235810v1 PSA-LFPage 2 of 3 rev. 09/22 235810v1 Parkmobile User Data refers to the data captured about user’s interaction with the Parkmobile application. This data has specific usage restrictions, which is why the indemnification obligations are necessary for Client. But Parkmobile does not indemnify for its usage of the its own data, as it owns ands freely uses such information (Parkmobile User Data). There, we cannot accept this change. Acceptable. Acceptable. Acceptable. 20250506144923,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_312.eml Hi Rob, Thank you for reaching out quickly on this. Unfortunately this just puts us back to where we were before, as it removes the protections we added in 9.1 to indemnify us and then adds back in 9.3 requiring that we indemnify ParkMobile for a data breach. Our attorney won't budge and I can't bring forward a contract that the city attorney won't sign off on. If the stricken language in 9.1 can't be added to indemnify ParkMobile, can it be added to 9.2 to indemnify the Client? Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 11:48 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Updated Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, The legal department made some adjustments to ensure that the facts of the data practices are clear and the liability is specified. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250507095957,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_313.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I think there was some confusion because the legal teams changed. I think the new attorney undid what we had previously discussed. I'm going to get in touch with them today. Best, Rob On Tue, May 6, 2025 at 2:49 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, Thank you for reaching out quickly on this. Unfortunately this just puts us back to where we were before, as it removes the protections we added in 9.1 to indemnify us and then adds back in 9.3 requiring that we indemnify ParkMobile for a data breach. Our attorney won't budge and I can't bring forward a contract that the city attorney won't sign off on. If the stricken language in 9.1 can't be added to indemnify ParkMobile, can it be added to 9.2 to indemnify the Client? Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 11:48 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Updated Contract Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hey Jack, The legal department made some adjustments to ensure that the facts of the data practices are clear and the liability is specified. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250508163215,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_315.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. We approved the contract that you sent over, we will sign after you all do. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250508163459,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net_316.eml Hi Rob, To clarify, the version I sent over from last Friday? If so that will work for us and we'll put on the agenda for next Wednesday. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net> Sent: Thursday, May 8, 2025 4:32 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Contract Approved Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. We approved the contract that you sent over, we will sign after you all do. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250508164132,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_318.eml Jack, I will print this and place it with your packet tonight, but wanted you to have the questions in advance. I wrote the questions as they were asked by the resident. Kathy Weidler (pronounced WIDE LER) of 1755 Simpson Street Weidler thanks the Council and Mayor for all that they do for Falcon Heights. Weidler says that she spoke to some neighbors and they have some questions that they would like addressed. How will E-Park notify if parking is at capacity? How were Fair administrators involved in the idea of the e-parking? When did ParkMobile get involved? Who would be available to repair any problems during the e-park? 20250508164815,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_319.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Yes, the version you sent last week. Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] On Thu, May 8, 2025, 4:35 PM Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Rob, To clarify, the version I sent over from last Friday? If so that will work for us and we'll put on the agenda for next Wednesday. Jack ________________________________ From: Rob Stephens <rob.stephens@easypark.net<mailto:rob.stephens@easypark.net>> Sent: Thursday, May 8, 2025 4:32 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: Contract Approved Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. We approved the contract that you sent over, we will sign after you all do. Best, Rob Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200,<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> Atlanta, GA 30309<https://www.google.com/maps/search/1100+Spring+Street,+Suite+200,+%0D%0A+%0D%0A+Atlanta,+GA+30309?entry=gmail&source=g> www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250509093509,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Roland Olson roland.olson@falconheights.org, Alyssa Landberg alyssa.lan_321.eml Hi Roland and Alyssa, I'm requesting City Council to authorize the creation of either a a SR Fund or GF Account for the parking program, as there will be some expenses before we have revenue. I created it as a special revenue fund, with the idea that we could transfer the surplus to Infrastructure annually after the fair. Roland and I discussed instead going to general fund, which is fine for me and may not require a transfer / amendment other than the creation of the account. Let me know your thoughts and I'll do the RCA. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 2024 2025 33610 0 0 0 0 34310 0 200000 0 200000 36211 0 0 36400 0 0 0 0 201 0 200000 39200 0 0 0 0 0 200000 60100 0 2500 60520 0 2500 60530 0 15120 64011 0 600 64012 0 800 64031 0 150 64032 0 25 64033 0 15 64034 0 15 0 21725 70100 0 10000 70300 0 10000 70440 0 2000 73000 0 2000 0 24000 80310 0 850 86010 0 1500 86100 0 0 87500 0 37600 89000 0 0 0 39950 -201 0 85675 0 0 0 114325 0 114325 ACCOUNT BUDGET ESTIMATED NUMBER ACCOUNT TITLE REVENUES: INTERGOVERNMENTAL GRANTS TOTAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL CHARGES FOR SERVICES TOTAL CHARGES FOR SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS TOTAL REVENUES OTHER FINANCING SOURCES TRANSFERS TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES TOTAL REVENUES & EXPENDITURES: COMPENSATION REGULAR SALARIES PART-TIME EMPLOYEES SEASONAL EMPLOYEES PERA CONTRIBUTIONS FICA CONTRIBUTIONS HOSPITALIZATION DENTAL LONG-TERM DISABILITY LIFE INSURANCE TOTAL COMPENSATION MATERIALS & SUPPLIES SUPPLIES PRINT & PUBLISHING & ADVERTISING TOTAL MATERIALS & SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES AUDIT TOTAL OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES TOTAL EXPENDITURES FUND BALANCE - JANUARY 1 CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE FUND BALANCE - DECEMBER 31 PARKING MANAGEMENT (211) Part-time office support if needed for management of program, additional weekend coverage AMBASSADOR SUPPLIES 2,000 hang tags at $5 per (assuming 4 per eligible household, increased security on tags) Postage SALES TAX PARKING METER FEES - GROSS PARKMOBILE FEES MILEAGE / VEHICLE USE ADDITIONAL SIGNAGE 6 tablets for enforcement, vests/uniforms, hotspots Parking Ambassadors - 144 hours * $25/hr * three employees plus shift supervisor at $30/hr for 144 hours Allocation of staff salary for overtime installation of signs, administration of program for OT weekends 20250509093953,Rob Stephens rob.stephens@easypark.net,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_322.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I think there was a final slight tweak of a couple added words in section 9.1. This is the version we want to use. In my haste to meet the deadline, I overlooked this slight tweak. Hopefully, this works. Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] This ParkMobile Service Agreement (“Agreement”) is made by and between Parkmobile, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, with offices at 1100 Spring St. NW, Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 (“ParkMobile”) and City of Falcon Heights, a Minnesota municipality, with offices at 2077 Larpenteur Ave W, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 (“Client”). This Agreement will become effective as of the last signature date below (the “Effective Date”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements set forth in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: PARTY CONTACTS Client ParkMobile Legal Name: City of Falcon Heights Legal Name: Parkmobile, LLC Contact: Sales Rep: Rob Stephens Email: Email: Rob.Stephens@parkmobile.io Phone: Phone: 531-229-6942 Address: Address: City of Falcon Heights 2077 Larpenteur Ave W Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Parkmobile, LLC 1100 Spring St. NWSte 200 Atlanta, GA 30309 For legal notices: with a copy to ParkMobile’s Legal Department at the above address and to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. SERVICE TERMS Services ParkMobile will provide Client with the Services related to the following types of parking transactions: On-Demand, Reservations Initial Term 1 years beginning on the Effective Date Renewal This Agreement will automatically renew for additional successive two (2) year terms unless earlier terminated pursuant to this Agreement's express provisions or either party provides written notice of non-renewal at least sixty (60) days before the end of the then-current term (each a "Renewal Term" and, collectively, together with the Initial Term, the "Term"). Termination Either party may terminate this Agreement effective immediately on written notice to the other party, if the breaching party materially breaches this Agreement, and such breach: (i) is incapable of cure; or (ii) being capable of cure, remains uncured thirty (30) days after the non-breaching party provides the breaching party with written notice of such breach. Merchant of Record The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. ParkMobile will remit any amounts due Client in arrears to Client on the 15th of the following month. Parking Locations The Services will be provided to Client in the following locations / geographical territory: All client locations Signage Client will receive one free welcome kit that includes the aluminum signs and/or decal stickers necessary to complete implementation (installation not included). All signage included in the welcome kit is designed using ParkMobile's standard signage templates. Custom signage may be made available to Client for purchase at ParkMobile's current signage rates. Any requested changes to ParkMobile's standard signage templates will be treated as custom signage. Additional and/or replacement signage may be purchased by Client at ParkMobile's then-current signage rates. Installation and maintenance of all signage is Client's sole responsibility. Governing Law State of Minnesota Schedules This Agreement incorporates the following Schedules: Schedule 1: Client General Terms and Conditions; Schedule 2: Services; Schedule 3: Client Electronic Funds Authorization Form IMPLEMENTATION FEES Description Units Rate Price Implementation Fee 0 $1,000.00 $0.00 Custom Development 0 $165.00/hr $0.00 Total Implementation Fees: $0.00 ADDITIONAL FEES Call Center & Customer Support WAIVED Client Support & Maintenance WAIVED Hosting WAIVED Enforcement Portal WAIVED Reporting Portal WAIVED Marketing & Advertising WAIVED Promotional Codes $250.00 / month USER FEES On-Demand User Fee $0.40 per transaction On-Demand Event User Fee 15% per transaction Reservation User Fee 15% of parking fee “No-Charge” Reservation Service Fee $1.00 per no-charge reservation The parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date. City of Falcon Heights Parkmobile, LLC By:$docusign:SignHere::Customer1 By:$docusign:SignHere::InternalSigner1 Name:$docusign:FullName::Customer1 Name:$docusign:FullName::InternalSigner1 Title:$docusign:Title::Customer1 Title:$docusign:Title::InternalSigner1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::Customer1 Date:$docusign:DateSigned::InternalSigner1 SCHEDULE 1: CLIENT GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS SERVICES 1.1 General. During the term, ParkMobile will provide the Services to Client in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 1.2 Launch Date. The parties will mutually agree upon the launch date for the Services. 1.3 ParkMobile Application. On and after the launch date, Client’s Parking Locations, along with associated Parking Information, will be made available to the general public through the ParkMobile Application. 1.4Parking Management Services. Subject to the license granted in Section 2, Client will be provided access to the Platform to manage Client’s Parking Locations and associated Parking Information. 1.5 Parking Locations. The parties agree that ParkMobile does not own, operate, manage, or maintain any Parking Location. Client agrees that ParkMobile is not responsible for the condition or operation of any Parking Location, including, but not limited to, the operation of third-party hardware and/or software-based solutions used by Client at the Parking Location or for the delivery and/or fulfillment of parking or other services at the Parking Location. 1.6 Publicity of Services. Each party will use commercially reasonable efforts to market the Services throughout the Term. All brochures and promotional material to be distributed by Client will be in a form mutually agreed upon by the parties, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. 1.7 Exclusivity. Throughout the term, the parties agree that ParkMobile will be the exclusive provider of electronic payment parking services for Client. 1.8 PCI DSS. ParkMobile has obtained, and will continue to maintain throughout the term, Payment Card Industry – Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) certification. 1.9Online Client General Terms & Conditions. The parties agree that this Agreement supersedes the Client General Terms and Conditions that is publicly available at https://parkmobile.io/client-terms with respect to the Services provided under this Agreement. ACCESS & USE OF PLATFORM 2.1Provision of Access. Subject to and conditioned on Client's and its Authorized Users' compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, all applicable laws and regulations, and Client’s payment of fees, ParkMobile grants Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use the Platform during the Term. Such use is limited to Client’s internal use. ParkMobile will provide Client the Access Credentials within a reasonable time following the Effective Date. 2.2Documentation License. ParkMobile hereby grants to Client a non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, non-transferable license to use the Documentation during the Term solely for Client's internal business purposes in connection with its use of the Services. 2.3Use Restrictions. Client will not, directly or indirectly, and will not permit any third party to, access or use the Platform except as expressly permitted by this Agreement. For purposes of clarity and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Client shall not, except as this Agreement expressly permits: (a) copy, modify, or create derivative works of the Platform or Documentation, in whole or in part; (b) rent, lease, copy, lend, sell, sublicense, assign, distribute, publish, transfer, or otherwise make available the Platform or Documentation to any person or entity; (c) reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, decode, adapt, or otherwise attempt to derive or gain access to any software component of the Platform, in whole or in part; (d) bypass or breach any security device or protection used by the Platform or access or use the Platform other than by an Authorized User through the use of his or her own then valid Access Credentials; (e) remove any proprietary notices from the Platform or Documentation; (f) use the Platform or Documentation in any manner or for any purpose that infringes, misappropriates, or otherwise violates any IP Right or other right of any person, or that violates any applicable law; (g) upload invalid data, malware, or other software agents through the Platform; or (h) use the Platform for any purpose beyond the scope of the access granted in this Agreement. 2.4Reservation of Rights. Nothing in this Agreement grants any right, title, or interest in or to (including any license under) any IP Rights in or relating to, the Services, whether expressly, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise. All right, title, and interest in and to the Services are and will remain with ParkMobile. 2.5Changes. ParkMobile reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to make any changes to the Services that it deems necessary or useful to: (a) maintain or enhance: (i) the quality or delivery of ParkMobile's services to its customers; (ii) the competitive strength of or market for ParkMobile's services; or (iii) the Services' cost efficiency or performance; or (b) to comply with applicable law. 2.6Suspension or Termination of Services. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement, ParkMobile may suspend, terminate, or otherwise Client’s, any Authorized User’s, or any other person’s access to or use of all or any part of the Services, without incurring any resulting obligation or liability, if: (a) ParkMobile receives a judicial or other governmental demand or order, subpoena, or law enforcement request that expressly or by reasonable implication requires ParkMobile to do so; or (b) ParkMobile believes, in its good faith and sole discretion, that (i) Client or any Authorized User has failed to comply with any material term of this Agreement, or accessed or used the Services beyond the scope of the rights granted or for a purpose not authorized under this Agreement; (ii) Client or any Authorized User is, has been, or is likely to be using the Services for fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful activities; (iii) there is a threat or attack on any of the Services; (iv) Client’s or any Authorized User’s use of the Services disrupts or poses a security risk to ParkMobile or to any other client, end user, vendor or partner of ParkMobile; or (v) this Agreement expires or is terminated. This Section does not limit any of ParkMobile's other rights or remedies, whether at law, in equity, or under this Agreement. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1Use of Platform Account. Client is responsible and liable for all uses of the Platform resulting from access provided by Client, directly or indirectly, whether such access or use is permitted by or in violation of this Agreement. Client must notify ParkMobile immediately of any breach of security or unauthorized use of Client’s account. 3.2Parking Information. Client is responsible for setting all rates, zones, and other required information regarding its Parking Locations offered through the ParkMobile Application and for keeping such information up to date within the Platform. 3.3Effect of Client Failure or Delay. ParkMobile is not responsible or liable for any delay or failure of performance caused in whole or in part by Client's delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under this Agreement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT 4.1Scheduled Maintenance. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to schedule downtime for routine maintenance of the Services between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., Eastern Time; however, ParkMobile may modify this window from time-to-time by providing Client with advance notice. If ParkMobile anticipates that it will need to perform maintenance activities that are likely to be disruptive to the use of the Services outside of the scheduled maintenance window, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to give Client at least 24 hours prior notice. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ParkMobile reserves the right to perform any required emergency maintenance work outside of the scheduled maintenance window. To the extent practicable, ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to notify Client before commencing any emergency maintenance outside of the scheduled maintenance window and will use commercially reasonable efforts to limit or avoid impact to use of the Services. 4.2Client Support. ParkMobile will use commercially reasonable efforts to assist Client with any technical support that Client may reasonably require in using the Services. ParkMobile will provide technical support for rate and configuration changes to Client Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (ET). For issues relating to On-Demand Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to support@parkmobile.io. For issues relating to Reservation Parking Services, Client may submit a support request via email to prs@parkmobile.io. ParkMobile will provide Client with emergency technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. In the event of an emergency involving technical and/or system availability issues, Client may contact the on-call engineer via email to applicationsupport@parkmobile.io. 4.3End-User Support. ParkMobile will provide customer support for ParkMobile Users 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. There are multiple methods that ParkMobile Users can access customer support, such as: ParkMobile’s online ticketing system, in-app chat feature, and toll-free phone number. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION 5.1General. Neither party will disclose the other party’s Confidential Information except to its employees, affiliates, agents, or professional advisors (“Representatives”) who need to know it and who have a legal obligation to keep it confidential. The receiving party will use the disclosing party’s Confidential Information only to exercise rights and fulfill obligations under this Agreement. The receiving party will ensure that its Representatives are also subject to the same non-disclosure and use obligations. The receiving party may disclose the other party's Confidential Information when required by law after giving reasonable notice to the disclosing party, if permitted by law. 5.2Personal Data. In the event a party discloses Personal Data to the other party, the receiving party will have the right to use the Personal Data only as required and necessary to perform its obligations under this Agreement. 5.3Records Access. ParkMobile shall provide Client access to any books, documents, papers, and records which are directly pertinent to the specific contract, for the purpose of making audit, examination, excerpts, and transcriptions, for six (6) years after final payment and other pending matters related to this Agreement are closed. The six (6) year retention period shall be extended for additional periods if required for Client compliance with state or federal auditing or data practices requirements. 5.4Data Practices. ParkMobile must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, as it applies to (1) all data provided by the Client pursuant to this Agreement, and (2) all data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by ParkMobile pursuant to this Agreement. ParkMobile is subject to all provisions of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, including but not limited to the civil remedies of Minnesota Statues Section 13.08, as if it were a government entity. In the event ParkMobile receives a formal request to release data pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, ParkMobile will immediately notify Client. Client will give ParkMobile instructions concerning the release of data to the requesting party before the data is released. ParkMobile agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold Client, its officials, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers harmless from any claims resulting from ParkMobile’s officers’, agents’, owners’, partners’, employees’, volunteers’, assignees’, or subcontractors’ unlawful disclosure and/or use of protected data. The terms of this section shall survive the cancellation and termination of this Agreement. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OWNERSHIP 6.1Client Data. Client Data remains the sole and exclusive property of Client. Client grants ParkMobile a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use Client Data in connection with the Services. 6.2Client Brand Features. Client grants to ParkMobile a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display Client’s Brand Features in connection with providing and/or marketing the Services. ParkMobile will not make any use of Client’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.3ParkMobile IP. Client acknowledges that, as between Client and ParkMobile, ParkMobile owns all right, title, and interest, including all IP Rights, in and to the Services, including but not limited to the ParkMobile Application and the Platform. 6.4ParkMobile Brand Features. ParkMobile grants to Client a nonexclusive, nonsublicensable, nontransferable, royalty free license during the term to display ParkMobile’s Brand Features in connection with the Services, subject to ParkMobile’s Brand Guidelines available at https://parkmobile.io/company/parkmobile-media-assets/logos/. Client will not make any use of ParkMobile’s Brand Features in a manner that dilutes, tarnishes or blurs the value of such Brand Features. 6.5ParkMobile User Data. ParkMobile User Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile may sublicense certain ParkMobile User Data to Client upon Client’s execution of ParkMobile’s Data Protection Agreement. Client will not, directly or indirectly: (i) sell or resell ParkMobile User Data in any capacity or form; (ii) create any derivative work using ParkMobile User Data; or (iii) use ParkMobile User Data for <purposes other than those specifically allowed in this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties acknowledge and agree that ParkMobile will not sublicense or provide any PCI Data to Client. 6.6Resultant Data. Resultant Data remains the sole and exclusive property of ParkMobile. ParkMobile grants Client a revocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, non-assignable, non-transferable license to applicable Resultant Data for the duration of the term only for Client’s internal use in connection with the Services. 6.7Reservation of Rights. ParkMobile reserves all rights not expressly granted to Client in this Agreement. Except for the limited rights and licenses expressly granted under this Agreement, nothing in this Agreement grants, by implication, waiver, estoppel, or otherwise, to Client or any third party any IP Rights or other right, title, or interest in or to the ParkMobile Application and/or the Platform. FEES AND PAYMENT 7.1Fees. Client shall pay ParkMobile the fees set forth in the Agreement that incorporates these Client General Terms & Conditions ("Fees") in accordance with this Section 7. 7.2Payment Terms. The parties designate ParkMobile as the merchant of record. Client agrees to pay ParkMobile $0.20 + 3% of the total transaction amount per transaction for this service. On or before the 15th day of each month, ParkMobile will disburse to Client all parking fees ParkMobile received during the preceding month from ParkMobile Users on behalf of Client as a direct result of this Agreement, less any amounts owed to ParkMobile. 7.3Taxes. All fees and other amounts payable by Client under this Agreement are exclusive of taxes and similar assessments. Without limiting the foregoing, Client is responsible for all sales, use, and excise taxes, and any other similar taxes, duties, and charges of any kind imposed by any federal, state, or local governmental or regulatory authority on any amounts payable by Client hereunder, other than any taxes imposed on ParkMobile’s income. 7.4Reserved. 7.5No Deductions or Setoffs. All amounts payable to ParkMobile under this Agreement shall be paid by Client to ParkMobile in full without any setoff, recoupment, counterclaim, deduction, debit, or withholding for any reason (other than any deduction or withholding of tax as may be required by applicable law). 7.6Fee Increases. Beginning on the first anniversary of the Effective Date and continuing annually thereafter on a compounding basis, fees shall increase by ten percent (10%) or the percentage equal to the average increase in all items under the Consumer Price Index over the prior 12-month period, whichever is greater. Based on this criteria, fees shall then round up to the nearest two (2) decimal places. This change will take effect without prior notice to Client. 7.7Limited Payment Agent. Client appoints ParkMobile as its agent for the limited purpose of receiving, holding, and settling payments made by ParkMobile Users to Client in connection with the Services. Client acknowledges and agrees that receipt of payment from ParkMobile Users in connection with the Services by ParkMobile shall be deemed the same as receipt by Client itself. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES 8.1Mutual. Each party represents, warrants and covenants to the other party that: (a) it is duly organized, validly existing, and in good standing as a corporation or other legal entity under the laws of the jurisdiction of its incorporation or other organization; (b) it has the full right, power, and authority to enter into and perform its obligations and grant the rights, licenses, consents, and authorizations it grants or is required to grant under this Agreement; (c) the representative that is executing this Agreement has been duly authorized by all necessary corporate or organizational action of such party; and (d) when executed and delivered by both parties, this Agreement will constitute the legal, valid, and binding obligation of such party, enforceable against such party in accordance with its terms. 8.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile represents, warrants, and covenants to Client that ParkMobile will perform the Services using personnel of required skill, experience, and qualifications and in a professional and workmanlike manner in accordance with generally recognized industry standards for similar services and will devote adequate resources to meet its obligations under this Agreement. 8.3Disclaimers. EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN SECTION 8.1 AND SECTION 8.2, ALL SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” PARKMOBILE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PARKMOBILE DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY PRODUCTS OR RESULTS OF THE USE THEREOF WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. PARKMOBILE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DELAYS, INTERRUPTIONS, SERVICE FAILURES, OR OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN USE OF THE INTERNET AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS. INDEMNIFICATION 9.1Mutual. Each party will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) ("Losses") incurred as a result from any third-party claim, suit, action, or proceeding ("Third-Party Claim") (i) to the extent it arises from a breach of the indemnifying party's representations and warranties under this Agreement or (ii) from and against any and all Losses incurred resulting from any Third-Party Claim arising out of the unlawful or unauthorized disclosure, access, use or breach of ParkMobile User Data in violation of this Agreement . 9.2ParkMobile. ParkMobile will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Client from and against any and all Losses incurred by Client resulting from any Third-Party Claim that the Platform or any use of the Platform in accordance with this Agreement, infringes or misappropriates such third party’s IP Rights, provided that Client promptly notifies ParkMobile in writing of the claim, cooperates with ParkMobile, and allows ParkMobile sole authority to control the defense and settlement of such claim. 9.3Reserved. 9.4Mitigation. If any of the Services are claimed to, or in ParkMobile’s opinion are likely to, infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any third-party IP Rights, or if Client’s use of the Services is enjoined or threatened to be enjoined, ParkMobile may, at its option and sole cost and expense: (a) obtain the right for Client to continue to use the Services as contemplated by this Agreement; (b) modify or replace the Services, in whole or in part, to seek to make the Services (as so modified or replaced) non-infringing, while providing equivalent features and functionality, in which case such modifications or replacements will constitute the Services, as applicable, under this Agreement; or (c) by written notice to Client, terminate this Agreement and require Client to immediately cease any use of the Services. 9.5Sole Remedy. THIS SECTION 9 SETS FORTH CLIENT’S SOLE REMEDIES AND PARKMOBILE’S SOLE LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION FOR ANY ACTUAL, THREATENED, OR ALLEGED CLAIMS THAT THE SERVICES OR ANY SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT INFRINGES, MISAPPROPRIATES, OR OTHERWISE VIOLATES ANY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF ANY THIRD PARTY. LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES 10.1Exclusion of Damages. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL PARKMOBILE OR ANY OF ITS LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT OR ITS SUBJECT MATTER UNDER ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, INCLUDING BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, AND OTHERWISE, FOR ANY: (A) LOSS OF PRODUCTION, USE, BUSINESS, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR DIMINUTION IN VALUE; (B) IMPAIRMENT, INABILITY TO USE OR LOSS, INTERRUPTION, OR DELAY OF THE SERVICES; (C) LOSS, DAMAGE, CORRUPTION, OR RECOVERY OF DATA, OR BREACH OF DATA OR SYSTEM SECURITY; (D) COST OF REPLACEMENT GOODS OR SERVICES; (E) LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION; OR (F) CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, SPECIAL, ENHANCED, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH PERSONS WERE ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES OR SUCH LOSSES OR DAMAGES WERE OTHERWISE FORESEEABLE, AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE OF ANY AGREED OR OTHER REMEDY OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.2Cap on Monetary Liability. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN SECTION 10.3, IN NO EVENT WILL THE COLLECTIVE AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF PARKMOBILE ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING UNDER OR RELATED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY, EXCEED ONE TIMES THE TOTAL AMOUNTS PAID TO PARKMOBILE UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IN THE 12 MONTH PERIOD PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM. THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. 10.3Exceptions. The exclusions and limitations in Section 10.1 and Section 10.2 do not apply to ParkMobile's obligations under Section 9 or liability for ParkMobile's gross negligence or willful misconduct. INSURANCE ParkMobile, at its expense, shall procure and maintain in force for the duration of this Agreement the following minimum insurance coverages: General Liability. ParkMobile agrees to maintain commercial general liability insurance in a minimum amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The policy shall cover liability arising from premises, operations, products completed operations, personal injury, advertising injury, and contractually assumed liability. Client shall be endorsed as additional insured. Automobile Liability. If ParkMobile operates a motor vehicle in performing the Services under this Agreement, ParkMobile shall maintain commercial automobile liability insurance, including owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles, with a minimum liability limit of $1,000,000 combined single limit. Workers’ Compensation. ParkMobile agrees to provide workers’ compensation insurance for all its employees in accordance with the statutory requirements of the State of Minnesota. ParkMobile shall also carry employers liability coverage with minimum limits are as follows: $500,000 – Bodily Injury by Accident ParkMobile shall, prior to commencing the Services, deliver to the Client a Certificate of Insurance as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect. The insurance requirements may be met through any combination of primary and umbrella/excess insurance. All insurance shall be provided on an occurrence basis and not on a claims-made basis, except other coverage not reasonably available on an occurrence basis; provided that all such claims-made coverage is subject to the approval of the Client. All insurance limits of any policy in excess of the minimum limits shall be available to the Client. All policies, shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the Client, including its elected and appointed officials, employees, and agents for losses arising from activities under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s policies shall be the primary insurance to any other valid and collectible insurance available to the Client with respect to any claim arising out of ParkMobile’s performance under this Agreement. ParkMobile,’s policies and Certificate of Insurance shall contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policies shall not be cancelled without at least thirty (30) days advanced written notice to the Client, or ten (10) days’ written notice for nonpayment of premium. ParkMobile,shall obtain insurance policies from insurance companies having an “AM BEST” rating of A- (minus); Financial Size Category (FSC) VII or better, and authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota, or as approved by Client. Failure to maintain required insurance coverage may result in suspension of work or termination of this Agreement. Please review these requirements with your insurance agent or broker for assurance that the mandatory types and limits of insurance coverages are in place. Client’s failure to approve or disapprove ParkMobile ’s policies or certificates shall not relieve ParkMobile, of full responsibility to maintain the required insurance.< All insurance policies must be open to inspection by the Client, and copies of policies must be submitted to the Client’s authorized representative upon written request. If the coverage period shown on ParkMobile's current certificate(s) of insurance ends during the duration of this Agreement, ParkMobile must, prior to the end of the coverage period, obtain a new certificate of insurance showing that coverage is in effect. No representation is made that the minimum insurance requirements are sufficient to cover the obligations of ParkMobile,under this Agreement. ParkMobile’s insurance shall not limit its indemnification obligation to the Client under this Agreement. GENERAL TERMS 12.1Assignment. Neither party shall assign or otherwise transfer any of its rights, or delegate or otherwise transfer any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement, in each case whether voluntary, involuntarily, by operation of law, or otherwise, without the other party’s prior written consent. No assignment, delegation, or transfer by one party will relieve the other party of any of its obligations or performance under this Agreement. Any purported assignment, delegation, or transfer in violation of this Section 12.1 is void. This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns. 12.2Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds any term or provision of this Agreement to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the rest of the Agreement will remain in effect. 12.3Headings. The headings in this Agreement are for reference only and do not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. 12.4Notices. Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement must be in writing and will be deemed received by the addressee: (a) when received, if delivered by hand with signed confirmation of receipt; (b) when received, if sent by a nationally recognized overnight courier, signature required; (c) when sent, if by email (with confirmation of transmission), if sent during the addressee’s normal business hours, and on the next business day, if sent after the addressee’s normal business hours; and (d) on the third business day after the date mailed by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid. Notices must be sent to the attention of the respective party's legal department at the address set forth at the beginning of this Agreement or such other address as either party may specific in writing. Any notice permitted or required under this Agreement that is sent to ParkMobile shall also be sent via email to legal-notices@parkmobile.io. 12.5Governing Law. This Agreement and all related documents, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, whether sounding in contract, tort, or statute are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Minnesota, United States of America (including its statutes of limitations). 12.6Amendment; Waivers. Any amendment must be in writing, signed by both parties, and expressly state that it is amending this Agreement. No waiver by any party will be effective unless explicitly set forth in writing and signed by the party so waiving. No terms or conditions stated in a Client purchase order, vendor onboarding process or web portal, or any other Client order documentation shall be incorporated into or form any part of this Agreement, and all such terms or conditions shall be null and void, notwithstanding any language to the contrary therein, whether signed before or after this Agreement. 12.7Entire Agreement. This Agreement, together with any other documents incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the sole and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. 12.8Third-Party Beneficiaries. There are no third-party beneficiaries under this Agreement. 12.9Force Majeure. Neither party will be liable to the other for any delay or failure to perform any obligation under this Agreement (except for a failure to pay Fees) if the delay or failure results from any cause beyond such party’s reasonable control, including acts of God, labor disputes or other industrial disturbances, systemic electrical, telecommunications, or other utility failures, earthquakes, storms or other elements of nature, pandemics, blockages, embargoes, riots, acts or orders of government, acts of terrorism, or war. 12.10Independent Contractors. The parties to this Agreement are independent contractors. The parties do not intend, and nothing in this Agreement should be construed, to create or enter into any partnership, joint venture, employment, franchise, agency, or similar relationship. Neither party has the power to bind the other or incur obligations on the other party’s behalf without the other party’s prior written consent. 12.11Export Control. Client will comply with all export and import laws and regulations of the United States and other applicable jurisdictions. Without limiting the foregoing, Client: (i) represents and warrants that it is not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties or located (or a national of) a country that is subject to a U.S. government embargo or that has been designated by the U.S. government as a “terrorist supporting” country; (ii) will not (and will not permit any third parties to) access or use any Service in violation of any U.S. export embargo, prohibition or restriction, and (iii) will not submit to any Service any information that is controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulation. 12.12Interpretation. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or rule requiring construction or interpretation against the party drafting an instrument or causing any instrument to be drafted. The Schedules referred to herein shall be construed with, and as an integral part of, this Agreement to the same extent as if they were set forth verbatim herein. 12.13Counterparts. The parties may execute this Agreement in counterparts, including PDF and other electronic copies, which taken together will constitute one instrument. DEFINITIONS "Access Credentials" means any user name, identification number, password, license or security key, security token, PIN, or other security code, method, technology, or device, used alone or in combination, to verify an individual's identity and authorization to access and use the Platform. "Authorized User" means Client's employee, consultant, contractor, and agent who is authorized by Client to access and use the Platform under the rights granted to Client pursuant to this Agreement. "Brand Features" means a party’s trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, domain names, and other distinctive brand features. "Client Data" means any data specific to Client’s operation that is provided by Client to ParkMobile to be used in the provision of Services that is not available to ParkMobile publicly or by other means. "Confidential Information" means information that one party (or an affiliate) discloses to the other party under this Agreement, and that is marked as confidential or would normally be considered confidential information under the circumstances. It does not include information that is independently developed by the recipient, is rightfully given to the recipient by a third party without confidentiality obligations or becomes public through no fault of the recipient. "Documentation" means any manuals, instructions, or other documents or materials that ParkMobile provides or makes available to Client in any form or medium and which describe the functionality, components, features, or requirements of the Services. "IP Rights" means any and all registered and unregistered rights granted, applied for, or otherwise now or hereafter in existence under or related to any patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, database protection, or other intellectual property rights laws, and all similar or equivalent rights or forms of protection, in any part of the world. "Parking Information" means parking zones, parking rates, parking restrictions, selected payment methods, and other information necessary for the provision of the Services for a specific Parking Location. "Parking Location" means the location or locations of Client’s on-street parking, off-street parking, reservation parking, parking lots, parking decks, permitted parking, and other facilities where ParkMobile Users may park. "ParkMobile Application" means any and all mobile and/or web applications, services, or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile and that are made available to the general public and that facilities the payment of parking transactions. "ParkMobile User" means an end user that uses the ParkMobile Application. "ParkMobile User Data" means information, data, and other content, in any form or media, that is submitted, posted, or otherwise transmitted by or on behalf of a ParkMobile User, directly or indirectly, through the ParkMobile Application. "PCI Data" means, as applicable, payment card number, cardholder name, expiration date, card verification code or value, service code, and/or security-related information used to authenticate cardholders and/or authorize payment card transactions "Personal Data" means (i) any information about an identified or identifiable individual; or (ii) information that is not specifically about an identifiable individual but, when combined with other information, may identify an individual. Personal Data includes names, email addresses, postal addresses, telephone numbers, government identification numbers, financial account numbers, payment card information, license plate information, online identifiers (including IP addresses and cookie identifiers), network and hardware identifiers, geolocation information, and any information that constitutes “personal data” or “personal information” within the meaning of any relevant and applicable data privacy or protection laws. "Platform" means access-controlled mobile and/or web applications, services or interfaces developed, hosted, or managed by, on behalf of, or in partnership with ParkMobile that are made available to Client to administer, configure, manage and/or monitor parking sessions, parking rates, and/or parking restrictions associated with Client’s Parking Locations. "Resultant Data" means data and information related to Client’s, Authorized Users' and/or ParkMobile Users' use of the Services that is used by ParkMobile in an aggregate and anonymized manner, including to compile statistical and performance information related to the provision and operation of the Services. "Services" means the ParkMobile Application, the Platform, and all other services provided by ParkMobile under this Agreement. SCHEDULE 2: SERVICES ON-DEMAND PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for on-demand parking using the ParkMobile Application (“On-Demand Parking”). ParkMobile Users may begin and, if applicable, end a parking transaction in a variety of ways: (1) visiting https://app.parkmobile.io; (2) calling ParkMobile’s IVR System, or (3) using the ParkMobile Application. In order to register with ParkMobile and begin a parking session, a consumer simply provide ParkMobile with the information required by ParkMobile to create an account, including payment method information and license plate number. Thereafter, subsequent parking sessions only require the ParkMobile User to enter or select the applicable parking duration available for the applicable location. The parking zone code of the Client parking areas are indicated on parking signs or on parking meters. Enforcers of the Client check the validity of parking status real time against the Platform via a web service offering, provided as part of the Services, to determine if a valid parking right exists. This information can be accessed by using a handheld terminal, mobile device or personal digital assistant (PDA). ParkMobile does not provide or pay for Client’s use of handheld terminals, mobile devices or PDAs for enforcement or any data plans or other items needed for communication between such items and the Services. At their option, ParkMobile Users will receive parking alert services from ParkMobile via SMS, ParkMobile Application push notification or email. The ParkMobile User may be notified, for example, when parked for an extended period of time or when the maximum parking time nears expiration. ParkMobile Users can use On-Demand Parking anywhere the Services are available. All parking charges are automatically charged to the ParkMobile User’s payment method, and ParkMobile Users have real time access to an online account-based personal page accessible from https://app.parkmobile.io to access and print parking history, receipts, and statements. RESERVATION PARKING SERVICES ParkMobile offers a service to ParkMobile Users that facilitates the activation of and payment for reservation parking using the ParkMobile Application (“Reservation Parking”). For each Parking Location that the parties agree to on-board for Reservation Parking Services, ParkMobile shall make the Parking Location's parking inventory available for sale through the ParkMobile Application and shall market and advertise such availability. The number of parking spaces and corresponding reservation periods and parking rates making up the parking inventory shall be specified by Client and may be altered by Client at any time for unreserved parking inventory. Responsibilities of Client. In order for ParkMobile to provide Reservation Parking Services, Client shall maintain an agreed upon number of parking spaces or transportation services at the Parking Location which shall be maintained at all times unless ParkMobile is notified otherwise in writing by Client. If access to the Parking Location is denied for any reason other than a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, Client agrees to forfeit its share of the applicable parking fee and authorizes ParkMobile to refund the entire Parking Fee to the ParkMobile User. If access to the Parking Location is denied because of a ParkMobile User’s error or failure to abide by Client’s rules and regulations, no Parking Fees will be refunded to the ParkMobile User. Client shall promote and market the Services through mutually agreed upon methods which shall include: a persistent, prominent “call to action” link/button on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) that directs users to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile (e.g. a “Reserve Parking Now” button); Embedded content on the parking and/or transportation pages of the Parking Location website(s) describing why and how to reserve parking through ParkMobile (e.g. FAQs, videos, etc.), such content to be provided by ParkMobile; and mentions in emails promoting the Parking Location, including “know before you go” emails, all of which shall include a “call to action” to reserve event parking and link to the Client-branded website created by ParkMobile. Client agrees to use commercially reasonable efforts to obtain for ParkMobile a license to use photo and video assets of the Parking Location (where Client is not the Parking Location owner) and any tenants of a Parking Location in connection with ParkMobile’s marketing of the Services as available at such Parking Location. SCHEDULE 3: Client ELECTRONIC FUNDS AUTHORIZATION FORM This form authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to make payment to a business electronically. All payments will be paid in the account designated by the voided check or bank letter attached to this form once it has been verified by ParkMobile, LLC via telephone call, otherwise a check will be issued to the address on file. It is the responsibility of the client to notify ParkMobile, LLC of any changes pertinent to electronic payments, such as changes in banking information or email address. PAYEE/CLIENT INFORMATION CLIENT NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE NUMBER: VERIFICATION CALL BACK CONTACT PERSON: VERIFICATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: PRIMARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SECONDARY FINANCE CONTACT EMAIL: SIGNATURE & TITLE OF AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL: FINANCIAL INSTITUTION INFORMATION BANK NAME: ADDRESS: CONTACT PERSON: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: NINE DIGIT ROUTING TRANSIT NUMBER: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT TITLE: DEPOSITOR ACCOUNT NUMBER: TYPE OF ACCOUNT: PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH A VOIDED CHECK OR BANK LETTER TO VERIFY THE ABOVE ACCOUNT INFORMATION This authorizes ParkMobile, LLC to send credit entries (and appropriate debit and adjustment entries), electronically or by any other commercially accepted method, to the account indicated above and to other accounts specified by Client in the future (the “Account”). This authorizes the financial institution holding the Account to post all such entries. This authorization will be in effect until ParkMobile receives a written termination notice from Client and has a reasonable opportunity to act on it. ParkMobile Service Agreement DRAFT PSA-LFPage 2 of 3 rev. 09/22 235810v1 235810v1 235810v1 20250509100502,Alyssa Landberg alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_323.eml Hi Jack, Roland wanted a few things changed in expenditure budgeting and mentioned that the account should have a transfer from Infrastructure for $40,000. I attached the changes he wants. PERA only need 7.5% of the regular employees salary since the seasonal employees won't qualify, and FICA need to be 7.5% of the total wages. -Alyssa From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, May 9, 2025 9:35 AM To: Roland Olson <roland.olson@falconheights.org>; Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org> Subject: Parking Enforcement Budget - Either Special Revenue Fund 211 or General Account141 Hi Roland and Alyssa, I'm requesting City Council to authorize the creation of either a a SR Fund or GF Account for the parking program, as there will be some expenses before we have revenue. I created it as a special revenue fund, with the idea that we could transfer the surplus to Infrastructure annually after the fair. Roland and I discussed instead going to general fund, which is fine for me and may not require a transfer / amendment other than the creation of the account. Let me know your thoughts and I'll do the RCA. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 2024 2025 33610 0 0 0 0 34310 0 200000 0 200000 36211 0 0 36400 0 0 0 0 201 0 200000 39200 0 0 0 0 0 200000 60100 0 2500 60520 0 2500 60530 0 15120 64011 0 600 64012 0 800 64031 0 150 64032 0 25 64033 0 15 64034 0 15 0 21725 70100 0 10000 70300 0 10000 70440 0 2000 73000 0 2000 0 24000 80310 0 850 86010 0 1500 86100 0 0 87500 0 37600 89000 0 0 0 39950 -201 0 85675 0 0 0 114325 0 114325 ACCOUNT BUDGET ESTIMATED NUMBER ACCOUNT TITLE REVENUES: INTERGOVERNMENTAL GRANTS TOTAL INTERGOVERNMENTAL CHARGES FOR SERVICES TOTAL CHARGES FOR SERVICES MISCELLANEOUS INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS TOTAL REVENUES OTHER FINANCING SOURCES TRANSFERS TOTAL OTHER FINANCING SOURCES TOTAL REVENUES & EXPENDITURES: COMPENSATION REGULAR SALARIES PART-TIME EMPLOYEES SEASONAL EMPLOYEES PERA CONTRIBUTIONS FICA CONTRIBUTIONS HOSPITALIZATION DENTAL LONG-TERM DISABILITY LIFE INSURANCE TOTAL COMPENSATION MATERIALS & SUPPLIES SUPPLIES PRINT & PUBLISHING & ADVERTISING TOTAL MATERIALS & SUPPLIES OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES AUDIT TOTAL OTHER SERVICES & CHARGES TOTAL EXPENDITURES FUND BALANCE - JANUARY 1 CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE FUND BALANCE - DECEMBER 31 PARKING MANAGEMENT (211) Part-time office support if needed for management of program, additional weekend coverage AMBASSADOR SUPPLIES 2,000 hang tags at $5 per (assuming 4 per eligible household, increased security on tags) Postage SALES TAX PARKING METER FEES - GROSS PARKMOBILE FEES MILEAGE / VEHICLE USE ADDITIONAL SIGNAGE 6 tablets for enforcement, vests/uniforms, hotspots Parking Ambassadors - 144 hours * $25/hr * three employees plus shift supervisor at $30/hr for 144 hours Allocation of staff salary for overtime installation of signs, administration of program for OT weekends *1,500 *200 *40,000 20250509113304,Alyssa Landberg alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org_324.eml Hi Jack, I think this should be ok but let me know if you need anything changed. -Alyssa From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Friday, May 9, 2025 10:36 AM To: Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Parking Enforcement Budget - Either Special Revenue Fund 211 or General Account141 Thanks Alyssa! Using your updated numbers, could you modify the attached to reflect the updated numbers? The placeholder was based on when we created fund 210 which was a similar action. Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org<mailto:alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org>> Sent: Friday, May 9, 2025 10:05 AM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: RE: Parking Enforcement Budget - Either Special Revenue Fund 211 or General Account141 Hi Jack, Roland wanted a few things changed in expenditure budgeting and mentioned that the account should have a transfer from Infrastructure for $40,000. I attached the changes he wants. PERA only need 7.5% of the regular employees salary since the seasonal employees won't qualify, and FICA need to be 7.5% of the total wages. -Alyssa From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Sent: Friday, May 9, 2025 9:35 AM To: Roland Olson <roland.olson@falconheights.org<mailto:roland.olson@falconheights.org>>; Alyssa Landberg <alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org<mailto:alyssa.landberg@falconheights.org>> Subject: Parking Enforcement Budget - Either Special Revenue Fund 211 or General Account141 Hi Roland and Alyssa, I'm requesting City Council to authorize the creation of either a a SR Fund or GF Account for the parking program, as there will be some expenses before we have revenue. I created it as a special revenue fund, with the idea that we could transfer the surplus to Infrastructure annually after the fair. Roland and I discussed instead going to general fund, which is fine for me and may not require a transfer / amendment other than the creation of the account. Let me know your thoughts and I'll do the RCA. Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. Meeting Date May 14, 2024 Agenda Item Policy H2 Attachment Budget Submitted By Roland Olson, Finance Director Item Establish Special Revenue Fund 211 – Parking Management Description Staff recommends establishing special revenue (Fund 211) to account for the revenues and expenditures of the parking management activities. This will be a budget amendment to add this fund and start it with funds. Once this fund is established and revenue is known following the 2025 State Fair, excess funds can be transferred to either Infrastructure 419 or to the general fund with a separate council action. Staff recommends establishing the following revenue budget line items for this fund for 2025: 2025 Budget Amount 211-33610 Grants $0 211-34310 Parking Meter Fees - Gross 200,000 211-36211 Interest on Investments 0 211-36213 Change in Fair Value of Investments 0 211- 36400 Miscellaneous 0 211-39200 Transfer 40,000 Staff recommends establishing the following budget expense line items for this fund for 2025: 2025 Budget Amount Compensation 211-4211-60100 Regular Salaries $2,500 211-4211-60520 Part-Time Employees 2,500 211-4211-60530 Seasonal Employees 15,120 211-4211-64011 PERA Contributions 200 211-4211-64012 FICA Contributions 1,500 211-4211-64031 Hospitalization 150 211-4211-64032 Dental 25 211-4211-64033 Long-Term Disability 15 211-4211-64034 Life Insurance 15 Materials & Supplies 211-4211-70100 Supplies $10,000 211-4211-70300 Ambassador Supplies 10,000 211-4211-70440 Print, Publishing & Advertising 2,000 211-4211-73000 Additional Signage 2,000 Other Services & Charges 211-4211-80310 Audit $850 211-4211-86010 Mileage/Vehicle Use 1,500 211-4211-86100 Sales Tax 0 211-4211-87500 ParkMobile Fees 37,600 211-4211-89000 Miscellaneous 0 This special revenue fund will be used for parking management. Staff recommends establishing budget line items and completing a transfer of funds from Fund 419 – Infrastructure to Fund 211. The entry would be: Dr Cr 211-39200 Transfer 40,000 419-4419-97000 Transfer 40,000 Budget Impact Establish fund 211, establish budget line item amounts as listed above for 2025 and transfer the $40,000 from 419 - Infrastructure. Attachment(s) NA Action(s) Requested Staff recommends establishing Fund 211 Parking Management, establish budget line items, and transfer the funds from fund 419 to fund 211. REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota __________________________ 20250509163808,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@falconheights.org, Elke Johnson elke.johnson@_325.eml Council and Staff, Attached is the Admin memo for 5.9.25, as well as the weekly police and investigate reports from SAPD. Enjoy the weekend, and a Happy Mothers Day to all, with a special shout out to the mothers who are apart of the Falcon Heights team! Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. Administrator’s Memorandum May 9, 2025 Submitted by: Jack Linehan, City Administrator Reminders/Notifications: • For those that registered, the NYFS Leadership Luncheon is at noon on Wednesday, May 14, with social time thirty minutes prior. • The City will host Spring Together on Saturday, May 17th from 3:30 to 5:00 at Curtiss Field. An ice cream truck will be handing out free treats! • The City is partnering with Tree Trust to offer a tree sale for residents. 100 trees are available for purchase for $50, and once the City receives the trees, public works will deliver them to the property owners. These trees are for private property only and not boulevard plantings, which will be handled separately. It’s a great deal for homeowners, as most of these trees from Gertens or other nurseries are easily $150+. City Council: May 14th City Council Meeting The Wednesday, May 14, 2025 City Council Agenda includes the following items (City Administrator’s Notes in italics): • Presentation o Presentation of the 2024 Audit by BerganKDV ▪ Presentation of the 2024 Audit. The City once again has fantastic results of an unmodified opinion, the highest approval. The material weakness remains that our staff is small, and as such there is not enough segregation of duties to avoid this concern. • Minutes o March 26, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes o April 2, 2025 City Council Workshop Minutes o April 9, 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes ▪ The minutes have been reviewed and are ready for your approval. • Public Hearings • Consent Agenda: o General Disbursements through 5/7/25: $339,930.34 ▪ Payables of note include: • $131,614.75 to American Environmental for jetting and televising all of the City’s sewer mains • $100,150.25 to the City of Saint Anthony for police services in April • $19,070.00 to Husky Construction, Inc. for tree trimming in preparation of the 2025 PMP • $61,055.44 to Metropolitan Council sanitary sewer services ▪ Payroll through 4/22/25: $26,438.93 ▪ Payroll through 5/6/25: $24,233.10 ▪ Wire Payments through 4/22/25: $17,109.84 ▪ Wire Payments through 5/6/25: $16,036.64 o Approval of City Licenses ▪ 2025 Municipal Business License • Encore Massage Therapy LLC ▪ This licensed Municipal Business is within 1666 Coffman and replaces the previous licensed business, Salon Ling, and massage therapist, Ling Yu. ▪ 2025 Massage Therapy License • Desiree Kempcke – Encore Massage Therapy LLC ▪ Desiree Kempcke will be the massage therapist and owner of Encore Massage Therapy LLC located within 1666 Coffman. ▪ 2025 Tree Contractor License • All Season’s Tree Service & Snowplowing, Inc. o Approving Revised Copy of Comprehensive Cooperative Agreement for Maintenance of Traffic Control Signal Systems with Ramsey County ▪ Council previously approved the agreement via Resolution 25-03. Since then, Ramsey County made two very minor changes to the document, one of which is the title of the agreement itself. Council is asked to approve so that a clean copy can be signed and sent to Ramsey County. o Approval of Summer Hours ▪ Summer Hours are historically in effect from Memorial Day through Labor Day at City Hall. To better serve residents during the State Fair, Summer Hours will (administratively be granted approval to) go into effect May 15 (two weeks earlier) and end on August 15 (two weeks earlier) before the fair starts. Council is asked to formally adopt Summer Hours. o Approval of Resolution 25-37 Adopting the City of Falcon Heights’ Climate Action Plan ▪ The Council, residents and staff have all provided input and requested revisions of the Climate Action Plan. Council is asked to now accept the draft as final. o Approval of Resolution 25-38 Early Retirement Incentive Program ▪ With current financial uncertainty at both the state and federal level, and wishing to avoid potential future layoffs when the City may be in a less favorable financial position, the City would like to offer an early retirement incentive at this time for eligible employees as a win-win situation for both, knowing this may not be possible later on as factors change. o Approval of Resolution 25-39 2025 Pavement Management Program Change Order #1 ▪ Change order for a outlot control system (OCS) for Falcon Woods neighborhood. Cost is approximately $27K, with $10K coming from a grant from the watershed. It will greatly improve stormwater drainage in the neighborhood. o Approval of Municipal Delegation of Building Official ▪ The City of Falcon Heights contracts with the City of Little Canada for their building official. Steve Westerhaus, the current building official is retiring, and Little Canada hired Kade Paulson to be the new building official. As a result, the council is requested to authorize and delegate the authority to Kade to being our building official. o Approval of Final Goal Setting Document ▪ Following the review of the final draft at the workshop on May 7, and some slight revisions, the final report is ready for adoption. o Approval of Resolution 25-40 Appointing Georgiana May to the Environment Commission ▪ Georgiana is a former U of M professor, working in the department of Ecology, Evolution and Behavior. She has recently served / currently serves on the Climate Action Plan team and State Fair Task Force and previously served on the Community Engagement Commission. o Approval of Resolution 25-41 Appointing Jerry Buckridge to the Parks and Recreation Commission ▪ Jerry resides at Coffman, which may help connect fellow residents more to City events. Aside from this, Jerry was a former zoo operations manager in Texas and has experience in designing facilities, fundraising and event-planning. o Approval of Resolution 25-42 Accepting Resignation of Rebecca Leighton from the Community Engagement Commission ▪ Rebecca recently welcomed a new baby and would like to prioritize her time with family. She has been a wonderful addition to the CEC and we wish her well! o Approval of Resolution 25-43 Approving Out-of-State Travel Request of Elected Official ▪ The Elected Official Out-of-State Travel Policy makes clear conditions in which travel will be reimbursed by the City, one of which is that the Council must pass the approval by resolution. Councilmember Mielke is requesting to travel out-ofstate to attend the Strong Towns National Gathering and Council is asked to formally approve the request. o Approval of Resolution 25-44 Appointing Joe Morseth to the Parks and Rec Commission ▪ Joe is a Falcon Heights resident, a former youth soccer coach and has a BA in Recreation & Outdoor Education. o Close Debt Service Fund 316 – 2017 G.O. Improvement Bond ▪ The debt service fund 316 2017 G.O. Improvement Bonds can be closed. It has received all tax revenue and assessments. All debt principal and interest have been paid. There is an excess fund balance that can be transferred out to another fund. o Approval of Metropolitan Livable Communities Act Grant Agreement Amendment for Amber Union ▪ In 2020, Falcon Heights received a $962,200 grant from the Metropolitan Council, issued as a loan to Buhl for environmental cleanup at the Amber Union site, with repayment due by 2063 or under certain conditions like sale or default. In August 2024, the Metropolitan Council updated its policies on how repayments from such loans can be used, allowing grantees to reinvest funds to extend project affordability or advance other affordable housing goals. If grantees choose not to reinvest them, the funds must be returned to the Metropolitan Council. If the City receives payments from Buhl, it will coordinate with the Council to ensure its use aligns with the updated policies. The Metropolitan Council is now requesting the City to sign an amended grant agreement to reflect these policy changes. • Policy Items: o Approval of Resolution 25-45 Authorizing a Contract with ParkMobile for Pay-byMobile Parking During the State Fair ▪ The contract with ParkMobile is finalized and ready for approval. o Approval of Ordinance 25-02 Amending the Fee Schedule to Reflect Paid Parking ▪ Parking fees associated with Pay-by-Mobile parking during the State Fair must be added to the current fee schedule. o Approval of Resolution 25-46 Designating Streets as Paid Parking Zones and Sets Dates and Times for Enforcement of the Program ▪ This will be an annual resolution the Council will adopt with the program to designate the enforcement dates/times/street s for pay-by-mobile parking. o Approval of Resolution 25-47Authorizing Modifications to the Administrative Policies: Parking Policy and Guidelines During the Minnesota State Fair ▪ The Administrative Manual is our internal series of policies that do not live in code, but are approved by City Council. The changes reflect the pass system distribution, as well as designation of paid parking zones. o Approval of Budget Amendment to Create Account 211 – Parking Management ▪ Transfers $40K of seed money from infrastructure to create a parking fund to track costs/revenues. After the Fair and once revenues/expenditures have been finalized, a transfer of excess funds out of this fund can be done annually. o Approval of Resolution 25-48 Accepting a Proposal from Flagship Recreation for the Community Park Splash Pad and Authorize Expenditure Not to Exceed $170,000. ▪ To keep the park project moving, the City Council is requested to approve the splash pad proposal from Flagship Recreation. It’s the lowest flow splash pad on the market, and they are one of the top manufacturers in Minnesota that most parks use. The City will purchase using state contracts. Commission Updates: The following are updates on upcoming or recent commission topics: • Community Engagement Commission The Community Engagement Commission will meet on May 19 to continue their discussion around apartment outreach. One commissioner previously contacted all apartment managers of multifamily buildings. They will also continue discussing Juniper programming at City Hall, and recap Spring Together. • Parks and Recreation Commission The Parks and Recreation Commission met on May 5 to discuss color schemes for the playground equipment to be ordered for Community Park. Although the equipment itself has already been selected and approved by Council, the Commission wanted to make adjustments to the equipment’s colors prior to the order being placed. The Commission also discussed the existing Community Garden rules and regulations and ways to both simplify how they are stated and in governing them. Lastly, the Commission was given a brief update on the programming scholarship introduced a couple of months ago. • Environment Commission The Environment Commission hosted a Sustainability Fair on April 26 and feedback from attendees has been extremely positive. They will next meet on May 12 to do a recap of the Sustainability Fair, discuss GreenCorps projects, look at the current status of Energy Action Plan implementation, and discuss future agenda items. • Planning Commission The Planning Commission will meet on May 27 to continue working on necessary City Code updates. • State Fair Task Force The State Fair Task Force will meet on May 21st. Chief Jeff Spiess will attend to discuss State Fair staffing and enforcement of parking violations. Department Updates: The following are updates provided by the departments as it relates to current activities happening in the City. Administration Staff has been responding to inquiries from vendors in relation to the RFP issued for the City’s website redesign, which closed today, May 9. Overall, more than 20 proposals were received. Staff continues preparations for Spring Together, getting a task sign-up sheet ready and finalizing the last details. • Finance The annual audit results for the 2024 audit of the City’s financial statements will be presented by BerganKDV on Wednesday May 14th at 7 pm. Once approved, the City can make the application to the GFOA for the annual Certificate of Achievement for Financial Reporting. The City has won this award for the past 34 years. Community Development • Code Enforcement Staff met with the property owner of the Larpenteur greenhouse and advised him to put up curtains to block the mess inside. He has taken care of this. Regarding future use, staff is discussing this with him to determine if zoning needs to be changed and/or if his ideas for future uses would be permitted. Permits Permits currently consist of window replacements, several new and/or replacement fences, a new deck, 2nd floor remodel, and new roofs. Public Works / Engineering • Grass cutting has begun for the season! • Public Works is in contact with Bituminous Roadways and Dan Turner from Roseville regarding the 2025 PMP. • Dave Tretsven has nearly completed reviewing video footage of the sanitary sewer and has identified/cataloged all private sewer laterals with root issues. Property owners will be notified soon. Minor structural integrities have been noted and passed along to our engineer. • Forest Lake Contracting will update the remaining nine streetlights in the University Grove area from their current HPS bulbs to LED bulbs and still stay within the approved budget. Work will begin when they acquire materials. • Access control door locks are scheduled to be installed at City Hall on Monday morning, May 12. • Voss Lighting will continue troubleshooting electrical service to city monuments and the gazebo at Curtiss Field to restore lighting. • Public Works will remove the brush pile collected during vegetation cleanup and tree trimming at Community Park. Law Enforcement During the period of April 21 through April 27, 2025, St. Anthony Village Police Department: o Responded to a report of a man in the 1800 block of Pascal who had kicked a resident’s yard sign and entered their fenced in backyard without permission. The victim followed the suspect to his home, where officers responded in the . The suspect became uncooperative and confrontational with officers and was issued a trespass notice. o Arrested and cited a male near Snelling and Larpenteur for driving after revocation and no proof of insurance on demand. o Arrested, cited and released a male near Como and Underwood for driving after revocation. o A resident at Amber Union reported her storage unit was broken into. No loss was reported and management replaced the lock. Weekly Report.xls FALCON HEIGHTS WEEKLY POLICE REPORT - APRIL 28, 2025 TO MAY 4, 2025 ICR Title Block St Name Cross St Name Reported Date Summary Contains 25004987 Criminal Damage Property 1400 Larpenteur Ave 4/28/2025 While on patrol, officers observed fresh graffiti on the side of a business. Damage value undetermined at this time. 25004989 Traffic Arrest 0 Larpenteur Ave W Snelling Ave N 4/28/2025 30 year old male arrested and cited for driving without a valid license or insurance. 25004990 Traffic Arrest 0 Snelling Ave N Roselawn Ave 4/28/2025 46 year old male arrested and cited for driving with revoked plates. 25005009 Traffic Arrest 0 Larpenteur Ave W Fairview Ave 4/28/2025 24 year old female arrested and cited for driving with no license and no insurance. 25005022 Damage To Property 1900 Arona St 4/28/2025 62 year old male reported s window damage to his vehicle and no loss located from inside- estimated damage value $1000. 25005028 Traffic Arrest 0 Snelling Ave N Hoyt Ave 4/28/2025 31 year old male arrested and cited for driving without a license. 25005047 Traffic Arrest 0 Snelling Ave N Roselawn Ave 4/29/2025 51 year old male arrested and cited for driving after suspension and no proof of insurance. 25005194 Possession of Stolen Property 0 Snelling Ave N Como Ave 5/2/2025 Routine checks on a vehicle stalled on the side of the road came back as stolen out of Minneapolis. The driver of the vehicle, a 33 year old male, was booked at the Ramsey County Jail for felony motor vehicle theft and an outstanding Hennepin County felony warrant for check forgery. 25005200 Traffic Arrest 0 Larpenteur Ave W Snelling Ave N 5/2/2025 40 year old male arrested and cited for operating an unregistered vehicle 25005204 Traffic Arrest 0 Larpenteur Ave W Albert St 5/2/2025 32 year old male arrested and cited for driving after suspension. 25005233 Traffic Arrest 0 Snelling Ave N Hoyt Ave 5/3/2025 27 year old male arrested and cited for driving after revocation and operating an uninsured vehicle. 25005239 Traffic Arrest 0 Hoyt Ave Snelling Ave N 5/3/2025 43 year old male arrested and cited for driving after revocation. 25005291 Traffic Arrest 0 Larpenteur Ave W Hamline Ave 5/3/2025 50 year old male arrested and cited for driving after revocation and operating an uninsured vehicle. Microsoft Word - FH week of 4-28-2025 MEMORANDUM DATE: 5/9/2025 TO: Chief Jeff Spiess FROM: Captain Mike Huddle SUBJECT: FALCON HEIGHTS WEEKLY INVESTIGATIVE REPORT The following is a summary of cases investigated by this department for the week of April 28, 2025. Detectives worked on five cases that week. Four of the five cases were new. One investigation resulted in a gross misdemeanor arrest and charge via summons. Detective Sunde attended a three-day Death and Missing Persons Investigations conference hosted by the BCA. The list below is not inclusive of all details conducted by the Investigations Division, but simply a summary of active investigations. Type Case Number New or Follow Up Actions Taken Est. Time Status Harassment 25003081 F/U Parent reported her daughter was receiving threatening text messages from an unknown source. Spoke with Roseville SRO for RAMS. Name, address, and phone do not list to any students at school. Unable to determine suspect at this time. Voicemail left at number for suspect. Follow up required. 30 mins Open Theft from Auto / Criminal Damage to Property 25004298 New Catalytic converter stolen from vehicle. No suspect or witness information. No investigative leads available. Unable to investigate further. Case inactive. - Closed Child Abuse 25005044 New Received screened in case report for RC Child Protection (RCCP). Created SAPD case number. RCCP handling case. No SAPD involvement at this time. Related to previous reports 25004384/25004407. Referred to outside agency. Closed Possession of Stolen Property / Recovered Stolen Vehicle 25005194 New Patrol located a stolen vehicle out of Minneapolis. Suspect arrested, booked in jail. Reviewed reports-spoke with owner of vehicle. Owner knew who had the vehicle and had allowed permission previously but had theie brother report stolen anyways. Advised owner charges will not be filed as this was a civil matter. Sent fax to RC Jail to release arrestee on SAPD charge. Suspect remained held on a felony warrant out of Hennepin County. Received MPD report-added to case. The case will be closed. 30 mins Closed Criminal Damage to Property 25004828 New Continued to follow up with management at Amber Union on requests for value damage estimate over the course of a week. Finally received estimate of $500. Info added to case. Updated supplement report. Case submitted to Falcon Heights City Attorney charging via summons- GM criminal damage to property and misd domestic assault. 1 hour Open 20250509170127,Falcon Heights falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com,elke.vanderwerff@falconheights.org_326.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. Full videos from the workshops are available here<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwebstreaming.ctv15.org%2Ftypeview.php%3Fregionid=97%26typeid=2%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b711498f-66892 9bd-9db2-4b2a-9c4b-05cac4f4d812-000000/6Y-WuYsndp4lwzXyFhXj0EfotgHn19IVmvYGATFiA_U=404> . Proposed Resident Parking Pass Process: Based on the task force’s recommendations, the City Council is proposing the following process: 1. Resident Pass Distribution * Starting in July, one resident hang tag pass will be mailed to all eligible residential properties along designated Pay-by-Mobile parking streets in the Northome neighborhood (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Snelling to Hamline) and Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Roselawn to Larpenteur, Snelling to Hamline) * A letter with instructions for requesting a second pass will be included. Residents can request a second pass by returning a postcard to City Hall or completing an online form on the city’s website. Second passes will be mailed as requests are received. * Third and fourth passes may be requested at City Hall by completing a hardship waiver form, subject to staff approval. * Parking Costs * The proposed costs of the program will be $25 for visitors to park in all zones. * Permit-Only Streets * Albert, Pascal, and Arona Streets in the Northome neighborhood (south of Larpenteur Avenue) will be designated as “Parking by State Fair Resident Permit Only” to designate parking for residents and maintain safe alleyway access. The hang tag passes will serve as the permit. 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Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. Full videos from the workshops are available here<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwebstreaming.ctv15.org%2Ftypeview.php%3Fregionid=97%26typeid=2%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b71157c7-3c7a9 d92-d38a-4d8f-9f1b-0dcba8355692-000000/GDXSHKV1zsJ8pfz5A0fd01UdOkj1vTmE_wGVS0PzLnY=404> . Proposed Resident Parking Pass Process: Based on the task force’s recommendations, the City Council is proposing the following process: 1. Resident Pass Distribution * Starting in July, one resident hang tag pass will be mailed to all eligible residential properties along designated Pay-by-Mobile parking streets in the Northome neighborhood (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Snelling to Hamline) and Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Roselawn to Larpenteur, Snelling to Hamline) * A letter with instructions for requesting a second pass will be included. Residents can request a second pass by returning a postcard to City Hall or completing an online form on the city’s website. Second passes will be mailed as requests are received. * Third and fourth passes may be requested at City Hall by completing a hardship waiver form, subject to staff approval. * Parking Costs * The proposed costs of the program will be $25 for visitors to park in all zones. * Permit-Only Streets * Albert, Pascal, and Arona Streets in the Northome neighborhood (south of Larpenteur Avenue) will be designated as “Parking by State Fair Resident Permit Only” to designate parking for residents and maintain safe alleyway access. The hang tag passes will serve as the permit. 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Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. 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Second passes will be mailed as requests are received. * Third and fourth passes may be requested at City Hall by completing a hardship waiver form, subject to staff approval. * Parking Costs * The proposed costs of the program will be $25 for visitors to park in all zones. * Permit-Only Streets * Albert, Pascal, and Arona Streets in the Northome neighborhood (south of Larpenteur Avenue) will be designated as “Parking by State Fair Resident Permit Only” to designate parking for residents and maintain safe alleyway access. The hang tag passes will serve as the permit. 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Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. 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Second passes will be mailed as requests are received. * Third and fourth passes may be requested at City Hall by completing a hardship waiver form, subject to staff approval. * Parking Costs * The proposed costs of the program will be $25 for visitors to park in all zones. * Permit-Only Streets * Albert, Pascal, and Arona Streets in the Northome neighborhood (south of Larpenteur Avenue) will be designated as “Parking by State Fair Resident Permit Only” to designate parking for residents and maintain safe alleyway access. The hang tag passes will serve as the permit. Next Steps On Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m., the City Council will consider voting on the new policy, public comment will be available during the meeting. * To view the City Council meeting packet, visit: falconheights.org/government/city-council/city-council-agendas<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Ffalconheights.org%2Fgovernment%2Fc ity-council%2Fcity-council-agendas%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b7115f14-49a9e879-7a73-4ea3-a65d-098792f09db7-000000/teNEcvMLbahDPwMPTwPriYtYIs08YfH5-JK8WW7dmhE=404> * For more details on the State Fair parking program, visit: falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Ffalconheights.org%2Fresidents%2 Fparking%2Fstate-fair-parking%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b7115f14-49a9e879-7a73-4ea3-a65d-098792f09db7-000000/IIj3mKUuAW577sr8i59HH5HnKBQ43-_2vWyJyVpeD-o=404> Click here for more information<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.falconheights.org%2FHome%2FComponents%2FNews%2FNews%2F785%2F%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196 b7115f14-49a9e879-7a73-4ea3-a65d-098792f09db7-000000/fnpjQQmIdnMdzhT4el0yc3eSZWLIEmFJFP3KlxjNNeQ=404> SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Subscriptions<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FMNFALCONHEIGHTS%2Fsubscriber%2Fedit%3Fpreferences=true%23tab1/1/01010196b7115f14-49a9e879-7a73 -4ea3-a65d-098792f09db7-000000/BierEs98ovwMK1-oObPgv8cjyJUnR7bez-0xW92jCic=404> | Unsubscribe All<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FMNFALCONHEIGHTS %2Fsubscriber%2Fone_click_unsubscribe%3Fverification=5.44ddddeffd6b5f89eee773b23b4b45b7%26destination=adrian.neis%2540falconheights.org/1/01010196b7115f14-49a9e879-7a73-4ea3-a65d-098792f09db7-000000/ i9K2Og9oLBdL9g8q5mJft84-MbhwMukIcvZTiN_Pd_U=404> | Help<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.govdelivery.com%2F/1/01010196b7115f14-49a9e879-7a73-4ea3-a65d-098792f09db7-000 000/v9E3RH0M-1etXDFdZG1jt1xZF-xKTSKY9DF_2GxE5nI=404> ________________________________ This email was sent to adrian.neis@falconheights.org using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Falcon Heights, MN · 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue · Falcon Heights, MN · 55113-5594 [GovDelivery logo] <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.granicus.com%2F%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b7115f14-49a9e 879-7a73-4ea3-a65d-098792f09db7-000000/HGk_vEgwpEMnBHt5pGEDtJQ7VWAZx7fRCw6WlC6N1SI=404> [https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CI0/01010196b7115f14-49a9e879-7a73-4ea3-a65d-098792f09db7-000000/P2COR7N1rAQGcrtpGGUgtmwtNsEWvKi3Sf34sloJwO8=404] 20250509170132,Falcon Heights falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com,jack.linehan@falconheights.org_328.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. Full videos from the workshops are available here<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwebstreaming.ctv15.org%2Ftypeview.php%3Fregionid=97%26typeid=2%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b7115fcc-8e6a2 952-ed88-41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-000000/is9odhLEYpnQxeLIuplm-FbMRQSOTPkHuWU_x4H2DFw=404> . Proposed Resident Parking Pass Process: Based on the task force’s recommendations, the City Council is proposing the following process: 1. Resident Pass Distribution * Starting in July, one resident hang tag pass will be mailed to all eligible residential properties along designated Pay-by-Mobile parking streets in the Northome neighborhood (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Snelling to Hamline) and Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Roselawn to Larpenteur, Snelling to Hamline) * A letter with instructions for requesting a second pass will be included. Residents can request a second pass by returning a postcard to City Hall or completing an online form on the city’s website. Second passes will be mailed as requests are received. * Third and fourth passes may be requested at City Hall by completing a hardship waiver form, subject to staff approval. * Parking Costs * The proposed costs of the program will be $25 for visitors to park in all zones. * Permit-Only Streets * Albert, Pascal, and Arona Streets in the Northome neighborhood (south of Larpenteur Avenue) will be designated as “Parking by State Fair Resident Permit Only” to designate parking for residents and maintain safe alleyway access. The hang tag passes will serve as the permit. Next Steps On Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m., the City Council will consider voting on the new policy, public comment will be available during the meeting. * To view the City Council meeting packet, visit: falconheights.org/government/city-council/city-council-agendas<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Ffalconheights.org%2Fgovernment%2Fc ity-council%2Fcity-council-agendas%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b7115fcc-8e6a2952-ed88-41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-000000/RmFVQcPU2_4ODlc40UppORI4AWGW7lu5dwbTGmbnlqY=404> * For more details on the State Fair parking program, visit: falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Ffalconheights.org%2Fresidents%2 Fparking%2Fstate-fair-parking%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b7115fcc-8e6a2952-ed88-41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-000000/trgK5WCYcziUjxFkuX7kV7BbLoIbw7F3DJ3Ny4WJcfc=404> Click here for more information<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.falconheights.org%2FHome%2FComponents%2FNews%2FNews%2F785%2F%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196 b7115fcc-8e6a2952-ed88-41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-000000/cIlTH4DBt_QT-V_3JsZJV51IgmCaohQLtVRg9yAGsG8=404> SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Subscriptions<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FMNFALCONHEIGHTS%2Fsubscriber%2Fedit%3Fpreferences=true%23tab1/1/01010196b7115fcc-8e6a2952-ed88 -41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-000000/zxBndeAa1U1sshINFE2RUb4sgvKrdOLqDjGj6yYo_50=404> | Unsubscribe All<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FMNFALCONHEIGHTS %2Fsubscriber%2Fone_click_unsubscribe%3Fverification=5.645a96f2bdba5bc481b74fed52cdbef4%26destination=jack.linehan%2540falconheights.org/1/01010196b7115fcc-8e6a2952-ed88-41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-000000 /nrTgBaf0UWsG0HWMEi2gxD44qaG38K4ttC2FAIjw6XY=404> | Help<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.govdelivery.com%2F/1/01010196b7115fcc-8e6a2952-ed88-41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-00 0000/5LFQAfFJXwPnXoFR6r_GoNHe2i9FHl1tht0BcMdYhis=404> ________________________________ This email was sent to jack.linehan@falconheights.org using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Falcon Heights, MN · 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue · Falcon Heights, MN · 55113-5594 [GovDelivery logo] <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.granicus.com%2F%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b7115fcc-8e6a2 952-ed88-41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-000000/kJ_F1IRRAvvVFVKKiZw224HQGZ9sVVB_Qvb_ITOpJlA=404> [https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CI0/01010196b7115fcc-8e6a2952-ed88-41f4-990f-ccf7339a26fb-000000/eEckGawtjW_wyyP_jByuSfFlxN-ZdDFZuyeAVh2C_0w=404] 20250509170132,Falcon Heights falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com,sack.thongvanh@falconheights.org_330.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. 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Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. 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Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. 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Second passes will be mailed as requests are received. * Third and fourth passes may be requested at City Hall by completing a hardship waiver form, subject to staff approval. * Parking Costs * The proposed costs of the program will be $25 for visitors to park in all zones. * Permit-Only Streets * Albert, Pascal, and Arona Streets in the Northome neighborhood (south of Larpenteur Avenue) will be designated as “Parking by State Fair Resident Permit Only” to designate parking for residents and maintain safe alleyway access. The hang tag passes will serve as the permit. 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Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. Full videos from the workshops are available here<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwebstreaming.ctv15.org%2Ftypeview.php%3Fregionid=97%26typeid=2%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b71176ac-f8f71 579-0b10-49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-000000/Q-oZ3BvMUmLEUhY47kBpIWObDjx7v699qfSBa6Xj2AU=404> . Proposed Resident Parking Pass Process: Based on the task force’s recommendations, the City Council is proposing the following process: 1. Resident Pass Distribution * Starting in July, one resident hang tag pass will be mailed to all eligible residential properties along designated Pay-by-Mobile parking streets in the Northome neighborhood (Larpenteur to Hoyt, Snelling to Hamline) and Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Roselawn to Larpenteur, Snelling to Hamline) * A letter with instructions for requesting a second pass will be included. Residents can request a second pass by returning a postcard to City Hall or completing an online form on the city’s website. Second passes will be mailed as requests are received. * Third and fourth passes may be requested at City Hall by completing a hardship waiver form, subject to staff approval. * Parking Costs * The proposed costs of the program will be $25 for visitors to park in all zones. * Permit-Only Streets * Albert, Pascal, and Arona Streets in the Northome neighborhood (south of Larpenteur Avenue) will be designated as “Parking by State Fair Resident Permit Only” to designate parking for residents and maintain safe alleyway access. The hang tag passes will serve as the permit. Next Steps On Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m., the City Council will consider voting on the new policy, public comment will be available during the meeting. * To view the City Council meeting packet, visit: falconheights.org/government/city-council/city-council-agendas<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Ffalconheights.org%2Fgovernment%2Fc ity-council%2Fcity-council-agendas%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b71176ac-f8f71579-0b10-49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-000000/Nla_aA0BYqOHCPaC7wcbIikMnLxdxnp5ngua8VkliNk=404> * For more details on the State Fair parking program, visit: falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parking<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Ffalconheights.org%2Fresidents%2 Fparking%2Fstate-fair-parking%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b71176ac-f8f71579-0b10-49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-000000/8h0sXqV1cTEZyn7zPs-BoPjC_Txe8hNOGL9Iy15OuDQ=404> Click here for more information<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.falconheights.org%2FHome%2FComponents%2FNews%2FNews%2F785%2F%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196 b71176ac-f8f71579-0b10-49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-000000/YUDSMYwpSilQm8UCQ5PSOjepk-8k07sySd5wm036RvE=404> SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Subscriptions<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FMNFALCONHEIGHTS%2Fsubscriber%2Fedit%3Fpreferences=true%23tab1/1/01010196b71176ac-f8f71579-0b10 -49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-000000/6vjNc0EqnVftfVK5fbOPNqzdo5Y9TwYI-hH6wkef65A=404> | Unsubscribe All<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fpublic.govdelivery.com%2Faccounts%2FMNFALCONHEIGHTS %2Fsubscriber%2Fone_click_unsubscribe%3Fverification=5.c7365ccd185680069498ed7544126201%26destination=Chris.Cherne%2540falconheights.org/1/01010196b71176ac-f8f71579-0b10-49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-000000 /MoqvTeyTQpWmcwg6-CB1kTkwOfjMPYejD17DQmEag0Y=404> | Help<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.govdelivery.com%2F/1/01010196b71176ac-f8f71579-0b10-49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-00 0000/nJWrClz5Bj00a-xXW31W_pPmRZim0sGNzEqlqfbPexY=404> ________________________________ This email was sent to Chris.Cherne@falconheights.org using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Falcon Heights, MN · 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue · Falcon Heights, MN · 55113-5594 [GovDelivery logo] <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fsubscriberhelp.granicus.com%2F%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010196b71176ac-f8f71 579-0b10-49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-000000/Op2Z6ZDuJhxzh1VAJNmigiXzf_mxQIOYM48bKXuXBE0=404> [https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CI0/01010196b71176ac-f8f71579-0b10-49d3-a0d8-f135116a4146-000000/E0wikl5Q5AVSkr8PLGGZUS7yt7O-P8iA57MMJhV2T00=404] 20250509170141,Falcon Heights falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com,brennan.sorensen@falconheights.org_335.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Updates on State Fair Parking – ParkMobile Pay-by-Mobile Parking Program Post Date: 05/09/2025 5:00 PM On Wednesday May 7th the Falcon Heights City Council hosted a workshop meeting to discuss recommendations for how paid parking could be implemented in the city during the State Fair. The council considered recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 9 Falcon Heights residents, on several issues, including: * Safety for visitors and residents. * Format, number and distribution method for resident parking passes. * Location of parking meters and considerations for permit parking areas. * Parking fees. * Functionality. These recommendations were informed by input provided during a public hearing on March 26. No formal action was taken at the May 7th workshop meeting. 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Second passes will be mailed as requests are received. * Third and fourth passes may be requested at City Hall by completing a hardship waiver form, subject to staff approval. * Parking Costs * The proposed costs of the program will be $25 for visitors to park in all zones. * Permit-Only Streets * Albert, Pascal, and Arona Streets in the Northome neighborhood (south of Larpenteur Avenue) will be designated as “Parking by State Fair Resident Permit Only” to designate parking for residents and maintain safe alleyway access. The hang tag passes will serve as the permit. 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I have received no acknowledgement to the email I sent in March. I am not seeing any reference to email comments made by residents in the documentation provided by the city. Please advise where I can find this information. Additionally, please advise if email comments were made part of the record for the public hearing. I am exceedingly concerned that the current proposal continues to having parking, albeit by residents, on Pascal and Albert. Residential cars are no less transparent than the cars of others and the proposal fails to meet the safety needs of residents trying to leave an alley. The city needs to address this issue for the safety of residents. Jen Sent from my iPhone On Mar 21, 2025, at 6:21 PM, Jen Schnabel <jen.schnabel@gmail.com> wrote: Comment on parking: Before finalizing any parking changes, please consider changing the side of the road for parking for either Pascal or Albert. With parking on both sides of the alley for the 1400 blocks of Iowa, Idaho, and California, visibility is severely limited. Couple that with people speeding through the neighborhoods and heavy traffic and I feel like I am risking my life just to leave my alley. I often park on the street just to avoid having to leave the alley. Additionally, please consider the option of a second parking pass for residents. Thank you, Jen Schnabel 1438 Iowa image0.jpeg cid:mf_CF5C1334-223F-4649-BEF6-721F67B78BA5/L0/001 Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com> Date: March 21, 2025 at 5:31:35 PM CDT To: jen.schnabel@gmail.com Subject: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair [if (gte mso 9)|(IE)]> <table style="display:none"><tr><td><a name="gd_top" id="gd_top"></a></td></tr></table> <![endif] Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. More details on the proposal, including frequently asked questions and additional information can be found https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.falconheights.org%2Fresidents%2Fparking%2Fstate-fair-parking%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010195bad548e3-0924331b-6f56-4a10-9f2d -cf77c522f036-000000/SVwxLKk6vnwmCIxA8szTvSTVTwvf7OUfF1fYGTdwGgE=397 here. 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We do not respond to public hearing comments by the nature of public hearings. Your concern over they alleyway access was reviewed by the Task Force in April, as it was a good suggestion. It was agreed alleyway blockage was a concern. There are over 60 parking spots on Albert/Pascal that if lost would further complicate the parking situation in Northome and cause additional safety challenges. So instead, it was recommended to make the N/S permit only. Additionally, we are also taking future action to increase the 5' parking restrictions up to 10' from alleyways and mark the no parking accordingly, which will improve visibility and access. It was believed residents would do better to adhere to parking behind the line than State Fair visitors. Jack ________________________________ From: Jen Schnabel <jen.schnabel@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, May 9, 2025 10:02:28 PM To: FH Mail <mail@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I have received no acknowledgement to the email I sent in March. I am not seeing any reference to email comments made by residents in the documentation provided by the city. Please advise where I can find this information. Additionally, please advise if email comments were made part of the record for the public hearing. I am exceedingly concerned that the current proposal continues to having parking, albeit by residents, on Pascal and Albert. Residential cars are no less transparent than the cars of others and the proposal fails to meet the safety needs of residents trying to leave an alley. The city needs to address this issue for the safety of residents. Jen Sent from my iPhone On Mar 21, 2025, at 6:21 PM, Jen Schnabel <jen.schnabel@gmail.com> wrote: Comment on parking: Before finalizing any parking changes, please consider changing the side of the road for parking for either Pascal or Albert. With parking on both sides of the alley for the 1400 blocks of Iowa, Idaho, and California, visibility is severely limited. Couple that with people speeding through the neighborhoods and heavy traffic and I feel like I am risking my life just to leave my alley. I often park on the street just to avoid having to leave the alley. Additionally, please consider the option of a second parking pass for residents. Thank you, Jen Schnabel 1438 Iowa [image0.jpeg] Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com> Date: March 21, 2025 at 5:31:35 PM CDT To: jen.schnabel@gmail.com Subject: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. More details on the proposal, including frequently asked questions and additional information can be found here.<https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.falconheights.org%2Fresidents%2Fpa rking%2Fstate-fair-parking%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010195bad548e3-0924331b-6f56-4a10-9f2d-cf77c522f036-000000/SVwxLKk6vnwmCIxA8szTvSTVTwvf7OUfF1fYGTdwGgE=397> Parties interested in voicing their opinion on the proposal may attend the public hearing, or submit written testimony by mail to City Hall prior to the public hearing, or email to mail@falconheights .org<mailto:mail@falconheights.org>. 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Jack, Thank you for the clarification. A complete lack of acknowledgement coupled with the lack of transparency with comments received by email made it easy to assume my comments were not heard. Please speak to why the Pascal and Albert parking can’t be adjusted so the 1400 block has at least one end of the alley that is completely free of parking like all the other city blocks. Is it the intent of the city to have residential parking on both sides of Pascal and Albert? If so, how does that address the safety concerns that have been raised regarding lack of sidewalks and pedestrian traffic. Jen Sent from my iPhone On May 10, 2025, at 6:38 AM, Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> wrote: Hi Jen, Yes, all of the comments received by email or in person were submitted and reviewed by the City Council and Task Force. We do not respond to public hearing comments by the nature of public hearings. Your concern over they alleyway access was reviewed by the Task Force in April, as it was a good suggestion. It was agreed alleyway blockage was a concern. There are over 60 parking spots on Albert/Pascal that if lost would further complicate the parking situation in Northome and cause additional safety challenges. So instead, it was recommended to make the N/S permit only. Additionally, we are also taking future action to increase the 5' parking restrictions up to 10' from alleyways and mark the no parking accordingly, which will improve visibility and access. It was believed residents would do better to adhere to parking behind the line than State Fair visitors. Jack From: Jen Schnabel <jen.schnabel@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, May 9, 2025 10:02:28 PM To: FH Mail <mail@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I have received no acknowledgement to the email I sent in March. I am not seeing any reference to email comments made by residents in the documentation provided by the city. Please advise where I can find this information. Additionally, please advise if email comments were made part of the record for the public hearing. I am exceedingly concerned that the current proposal continues to having parking, albeit by residents, on Pascal and Albert. Residential cars are no less transparent than the cars of others and the proposal fails to meet the safety needs of residents trying to leave an alley. The city needs to address this issue for the safety of residents. Jen Sent from my iPhone On Mar 21, 2025, at 6:21 PM, Jen Schnabel <jen.schnabel@gmail.com> wrote: Comment on parking: Before finalizing any parking changes, please consider changing the side of the road for parking for either Pascal or Albert. With parking on both sides of the alley for the 1400 blocks of Iowa, Idaho, and California, visibility is severely limited. Couple that with people speeding through the neighborhoods and heavy traffic and I feel like I am risking my life just to leave my alley. I often park on the street just to avoid having to leave the alley. Additionally, please consider the option of a second parking pass for residents. Thank you, Jen Schnabel 1438 Iowa <image0.jpeg> Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com> Date: March 21, 2025 at 5:31:35 PM CDT To: jen.schnabel@gmail.com Subject: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. More details on the proposal, including frequently asked questions and additional information can be found https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.falconheights.org%2Fresidents%2Fparking%2Fstate-fair-parking%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010195bad548e3-0924331b-6f56-4a10-9f2d -cf77c522f036-000000/SVwxLKk6vnwmCIxA8szTvSTVTwvf7OUfF1fYGTdwGgE=397 here. 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We do not have the staffing to respond to each public hearing email, and many of the comments are for the policymakers to consider and not staff to debate with residents. I'm doing it on a Saturday morning as there is no way we can keep up otherwise. Parking side is determined by where the watermains are. On your block, it's on either side of the block as it alternates. The task force read your emails and used it to guide a policy. They just disagreed with your conclusions. Jack ________________________________ From: Jen Schnabel <jen.schnabel@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2025 8:21:15 AM To: Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Cc: FH Mail <mail@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Jack, Thank you for the clarification. A complete lack of acknowledgement coupled with the lack of transparency with comments received by email made it easy to assume my comments were not heard. Please speak to why the Pascal and Albert parking can’t be adjusted so the 1400 block has at least one end of the alley that is completely free of parking like all the other city blocks. Is it the intent of the city to have residential parking on both sides of Pascal and Albert? If so, how does that address the safety concerns that have been raised regarding lack of sidewalks and pedestrian traffic. Jen Sent from my iPhone On May 10, 2025, at 6:38 AM, Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> wrote: Hi Jen, Yes, all of the comments received by email or in person were submitted and reviewed by the City Council and Task Force. We do not respond to public hearing comments by the nature of public hearings. Your concern over they alleyway access was reviewed by the Task Force in April, as it was a good suggestion. It was agreed alleyway blockage was a concern. There are over 60 parking spots on Albert/Pascal that if lost would further complicate the parking situation in Northome and cause additional safety challenges. So instead, it was recommended to make the N/S permit only. Additionally, we are also taking future action to increase the 5' parking restrictions up to 10' from alleyways and mark the no parking accordingly, which will improve visibility and access. It was believed residents would do better to adhere to parking behind the line than State Fair visitors. Jack ________________________________ From: Jen Schnabel <jen.schnabel@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, May 9, 2025 10:02:28 PM To: FH Mail <mail@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <Jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: Re: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. I have received no acknowledgement to the email I sent in March. I am not seeing any reference to email comments made by residents in the documentation provided by the city. Please advise where I can find this information. Additionally, please advise if email comments were made part of the record for the public hearing. I am exceedingly concerned that the current proposal continues to having parking, albeit by residents, on Pascal and Albert. Residential cars are no less transparent than the cars of others and the proposal fails to meet the safety needs of residents trying to leave an alley. The city needs to address this issue for the safety of residents. Jen Sent from my iPhone On Mar 21, 2025, at 6:21 PM, Jen Schnabel <jen.schnabel@gmail.com> wrote: Comment on parking: Before finalizing any parking changes, please consider changing the side of the road for parking for either Pascal or Albert. With parking on both sides of the alley for the 1400 blocks of Iowa, Idaho, and California, visibility is severely limited. Couple that with people speeding through the neighborhoods and heavy traffic and I feel like I am risking my life just to leave my alley. I often park on the street just to avoid having to leave the alley. Additionally, please consider the option of a second parking pass for residents. Thank you, Jen Schnabel 1438 Iowa <image0.jpeg> Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Falcon Heights <falconheightsmn@public.govdelivery.com> Date: March 21, 2025 at 5:31:35 PM CDT To: jen.schnabel@gmail.com Subject: Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Upcoming Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26 - Proposed Ordinance Change for E-Meter Parking During the State Fair Post Date: 03/21/2025 5:30 PM NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Falcon Heights City Council will host a public hearing on March 26, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Falcon Heights City Hall, 2077 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113, to consider an ordinance change allowing the use of e-meters on certain city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The plan as proposed by the State Fair Task Force would be: * Implementation of e-meter parking zones during the Minnesota State Fair on certain streets in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Roselawn to Larpenteur), and Northome neighborhood (Snelling to Hamline, Larpenteur to Hoyt). The e-meters will be on the non-hydrant sides of streets where there is currently no State Fair parking restrictions, as identified on the map. * The City would contract with ParkMobile, the largest parking management vendor in Minnesota, to collect revenue without the need for physical meters or payment kiosks in the neighborhoods. * ParkMobile would supply the City of Falcon Heights signage that city crews would install on e-metered streets. * Visitors would be charged $25 per day to park on these streets, using ParkMobile’s app, pay-by-text, or pay-by-phone options. * The City of Falcon Heights would net approximately $20 per parking visit, with a revenue estimate of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These funds would be invested in City infrastructure projects to lower the property tax burden on residents. * Residents living on streets with e-meter parking will have the opportunity to get a resident pass, good for one vehicle to park on the street for all 12 days of the Fair. * The City would hire Parking Ambassadors to ensure compliance with parking restrictions, as well as serve as a resource to visitors looking for information. The Parking Ambassadors would report vehicles parked without paying their meter to law enforcement, who would issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles. 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Hey Jack! I hope you had a good weekend. Could you send me the math behind your revenue projections? Best, Rob -- Rob Stephens Regional Sales Manager +01 531-229-6942 rob.stephens@parkmobile.io<mailto:rob.stephens@parkmobile.io> ParkMobile, LLC. 1100 Spring Street, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.parkmobile.io<http://www.parkmobile.io> [https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/neXXWTJA5TRjN8s7tHY__yKnQWCAPfHSJU6qC1-YIRG2QjdrjuDM5TQscqNgqmXSfiBBPBIyNcneordzdZotKhlTUpmOat_fDNR4wKvQJJj13pOOMARa7Yl6uNbKM3qBp5N_p2TI1yFBeOYlmrJgXYw] 20250512163224,Sara Swenson sara@goffpublic.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Allison Winters allison@goffpublic.co_341.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Sorry about that! Here you go. SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, May 12, 2025 4:31 PM To: Sara Swenson <sara@goffpublic.com> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@goffpublic.com> Subject: Re: State Fair materials [External Sender] Hi Sara, The attachments didn't go through. Could you send again? Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Sara Swenson <sara@goffpublic.com<mailto:sara@goffpublic.com>> Sent: Monday, May 12, 2025 2:25 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@goffpublic.com<mailto:allison@goffpublic.com>> Subject: State Fair materials Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Here are the next round of communications materials for the State Fair parking announcement. These are all slated for Thursday following the meeting: * Press release * Resident email * Website updates * FAQ Let us know what changes you have. Assuming all goes well at the meeting, we will plan to distribute the press release Thursday morning. It would be good to coordinate timing on everything. Thanks! SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> Falcon Heights State Fair paid parking resident email DRAFT: 5/12/25 SEND: 5/15/25 SUBJECT: State Fair parking policy approved PREVIEW:Parking passes will be mailed to eligible residents starting in July COPY:Last night, the Falcon Heights City Council approved a measure to bring paid parking to select Falcon Heights city streets during the State Fair starting this year. Pay-by-mobile parking will promote safety for residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors who come through our city every year for the fair and allow our city to better accommodate this busy time of year. The decision was informed by recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 Falcon Heights residents, as well as general community input shared this year. Thank you for your feedback as we considered this important change. The City will create new paid parking zones on streets in close proximity to the state fairgrounds that include space for approximately 1,000 vehicles. Parking zones will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. View the map of the new parking zones {LINK}. Residents and businesses in the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass by mail. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. Passes will be delivered to eligible properties starting in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional free pass. If residents need more than two passes, they can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes. To learn more, visit our falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair parking webpage. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 15, 2025 Contact:Sara Swensonmailto:sara@goffpublic.comsara@goffpublic.com952-221-5368 Falcon Heights City Council approves pay-by-mobile parking on city streets during Minnesota State Fair Measure will be in place Aug. 21 to Sept. 1 to improve safety for residents and visitors Falcon Heights, Minn. – The Falcon Heights City Council has voted to approve a program bringing pay-by-mobile parking to select city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The measure assigns approximately 1,000 parking spots in new parking zones on streets in close proximity to the fairgrounds. The program will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from Aug. 21 to Sept. 1, 2025, regardless of the number of hours parked. Fees can be paid online through the ParkMobile website or app, and enforcement will be tied to a vehicle’s license plate. All properties adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass delivered by mail starting in July with the option to request three additional parking passes. Approximately 600 properties in Falcon Heights are eligible for these passes. View a map of the new parking zones [LINK]. Proceeds from the program will support a new ambassador program run by the city. Trained ambassadors will be in neighborhoods near the fairgrounds during the fair to provide directions, answer questions, enforce parking, pick up trash and support public safety. “During the excitement of the Minnesota State Fair, pay-by-mobile parking provides an excellent solution to promote safety for our Falcon Heights residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors we welcome to our city,” said Falcon Heights Mayor Randy Gustafson. “We’re proud to work with our residents to improve their fair experience while allowing our city to better accommodate this busy time of year.” The council approved five actions during its May 14 meeting, including a one-year agreement with ParkMobile that will automatically renew for two additional years unless changes are desired. Falcon Heights will receive approximately 80% of parking fees and ParkMobile will receive the remaining 20% to administer the program via its mobile platform. An additional approved resolution designates the impacted streets and dates, which will be reauthorized annually based on the fair’s schedule. The council also approved updates to adjust the city’s fee schedule, amend its budget and update its administrative manual in support of the program. Temporary parking zone signs will be installed ahead of the start of the fair and removed after Labor Day. ### Note: replace existing content on https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair E-Meter Parking page with the following. State Fair parking Update Thursday, May 15, 2025 The Falcon Heights City Council has approved pay-by-mobile parking on select city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The measure assigns approximately 1,000 parking spots in Falcon Heights in close proximity to the fairground. Parking zones will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. [Insert map of the new parking zones.] Residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. Passes will be delivered to eligible properties by mail starting in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional pass for free. Residents can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes. Passes cannot be sold or transferred to another property. The City has partnered with ParkMobile on a one-year agreement that is set to automatically renew for two additional years unless altered or canceled, allowing the city to make adjustments if needed based on the first year of the program. Falcon Heights will receive approximately 80% of parking fees and ParkMobile will receive the remaining 20% to administer the program. Background Early this year, the City Council established a State Fair Task Force made up of 10 residents who provided recommendations on how paid parking could be implemented. On March 26, the council approved a new ordinance to modify city code to allow for paid parking and to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to provide contracted parking meter services. Input from residents helped influence the final program. The council held a public hearing, where more than 80 residents shared feedback about State Fair parking. Additional input in advance of the council’s final vote on State Fair parking on May 14 also contributed to the final decision. Documents State Fair Parking FAQ (updated May 15, 2025) [add link to new FAQ] When will paid State Fair parking begin? State Fair paid parking will begin during the 2025 Minnesota State Fair from August 21 to September 1. Will residents need to pay to park? Will households receive free parking passes? Payment will be required to park at designated paid parking spots. Residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. How will I get my parking pass? What if I need more parking passes? How many can I get total? Passes will be delivered to eligible properties by mail in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional pass. If two passes are not enough, residents can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes. In total, eligible residents who apply for an additional pass and whose hardship waiver is approved may receive up to four passes. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? Parking zones will charge $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. Full day parking is easier to enforce, and fairgoers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the meter has expired. Why do we want fairgoers to pay for parking? “Free parking” is not really “free.” The impacts of increased traffic, such as trash, are borne by the City and our residents. State Fair attendance numbers have increased dramatically in recent years. Charging fairgoers for parking will help cover the increasing costs of hosting the fair that are not reimbursed by the governing body of the State Fair. Any new revenue will be used to offset the cost of the program and benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the paid parking policy? City Council Members evaluated resident concerns throughout the process, including: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for and who would be eligible. How and in what format passes will be distributed (i.e., e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. What other actions did the City Council take as part of this process? The City Council: Adopted an annual resolution specifying where pay-by-mobile parking will be implemented and during which times it is in effect. Amended the fee schedule to set the rate for visitor parking. Adjusted the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Amended the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.). Does pay-by-mobile parking mean that we are not a welcoming city for visitors? We will continue to welcome fairgoers. Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Trained parking ambassadors will roam the paid parking areas and aid fairgoers while they navigate our neighborhoods. They will provide directions, answer questions, enforce parking, pick up trash and support public safety. We hope to improve fairgoers' experience – such as adding porta-potties, trash cans and wayfinding services! What areas will have pay-by-mobile parking and why? View a map of paid parking areas. [LINK] Parking would only be allowed on the side of the street without fire hydrants where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are currently highly impacted by State Fair parking and include room for approximately 1,000 parking places. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How specifically will these revenues benefit residents? The collected revenues from the ParkMobile Parking Program will help cover the City’s increasing expenses in hosting the Fair within Falcon Heights, which the City is not reimbursed for by the governing body of the State Fair. < All revenue collected over and above immediate expenses connected to hosting the Fair will go into the General Fund to benefit all residents. How will fairgoers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile will provide temporary signs that will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas during the State Fair. These signs will be removed after the fair is over. Signage will be consistent with other metro cities which use ParkMobile, including Minneapolis. We will communicate extensively through our own channels and through the media. Parking ambassadors will be hired to directly help visitors. If a visitor doesn’t stay the whole day, will a different visitor still have to pay to park in the newly open spot? Each new vehicle will need to pay the parking fee. When will the meters be enforced? The meters will be enforced between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. each day during the State Fair. Parking ambassadors will work during the same timeframe. Will rates vary based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? Parking fees are a consistent $25 per day for each vehicle in all designated paid parking zones. While Falcon Heights residents will be subject to this rate, residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive free parking passes. Can I sell/transfer my pass(es)? Can passes be transferred throughout the week? Resident passes will be hang tags, which are not tied to one vehicle by license plate number giving residents the flexibility to move hang tags between vehicles during the State Fair. The hang tags will have a unique identifier on them so that they can be re-used in future years. Lost or misplaced tags will require purchasing a new tag at the cost of the tag, and any lost, misplaced or stolen tags will be removed from the list of eligible tags. Vehicles using a lost or stolen tag and found in violation of ordinances will be prosecuted accordingly. Can residents purchase passes for a discounted rate? Impacted properties will receive a free parking pass. Passes will not be available for purchase. How will the city know whether a person has paid? ParkMobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and parking ambassadors. Cybersecurity and Minnesota Data Practice protocols will be fully accounted for. How will parking violations be handled? Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or those that have failed to pay. The current policy that parking fines double during the State Fair will continue. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed in accordance with historical policy and practice. How much will it cost our city to implement? ParkMobile provides the system and signage at no capital expense. There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction. All administrative and staffing costs will be covered by revenues. We anticipate that this will generate $100,000 to $200,000 net revenue each year during the State Fair. Why ParkMobile? We explored installing temporary parking meters, but this is a much simpler and more efficient option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with ParkMobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the ParkMobile website, by text or by calling ParkMobile. How long is the contract with ParkMobile? Falcon Heights has approved a one-year agreement which automatically renews for two additional years. This will give the City the opportunity to request changes after the first year as needed. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? There are no changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will the City continue to allow parking on one side of the street only during the fair? Yes, the pay-by-mobile parking zones will be installed where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full-time, year-round? This proposal is just for during the Minnesota State Fair, starting in 2025. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. We will NOT charge for parking on neighborhood streets year-round. Will pay-by-mobile signs be up all year long? No. We will install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the fair each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists by adding additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. The city collecting parking revenue will likely have no adverse impact on our business parking revenues. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Paying for event parking in residential areas near large regional attractions is not unusual in communities throughout Minnesota and the nation. The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that our communications won’t reach everyone, so there will also be a lot of signage to help explain as well as our parking ambassadors. 20250513110856,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Sara Swenson sara@goffpublic.com, Allison Winters allison@goffpublic.co_342.eml Hi Sara, These are great. Attached are my track changes-- I welcome further changes if my language needs clarity. Jack ________________________________ From: Sara Swenson <sara@goffpublic.com> Sent: Monday, May 12, 2025 4:32 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@goffpublic.com> Subject: RE: State Fair materials Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Sorry about that! Here you go. SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> From: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Sent: Monday, May 12, 2025 4:31 PM To: Sara Swenson <sara@goffpublic.com> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@goffpublic.com> Subject: Re: State Fair materials [External Sender] Hi Sara, The attachments didn't go through. Could you send again? Thank you, Jack ________________________________ From: Sara Swenson <sara@goffpublic.com<mailto:sara@goffpublic.com>> Sent: Monday, May 12, 2025 2:25 PM To: Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Cc: Allison Winters <allison@goffpublic.com<mailto:allison@goffpublic.com>> Subject: State Fair materials Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Jack, Here are the next round of communications materials for the State Fair parking announcement. These are all slated for Thursday following the meeting: * Press release * Resident email * Website updates * FAQ Let us know what changes you have. Assuming all goes well at the meeting, we will plan to distribute the press release Thursday morning. It would be good to coordinate timing on everything. Thanks! SARA SWENSON Vice President, Public Relations C: 952-221-5368 GOFF PUBLIC goffpublic.com<https://goffpublic.com/> | About me<https://goffpublic.com/team_member/sara-swenson> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 15, 2025 Contact:Sara Swensonmailto:sara@goffpublic.comsara@goffpublic.com952-221-5368 Falcon Heights City Council approves pay-by-mobile parking on city streets during Minnesota State Fair Measure will be in place Aug. 21 to Sept. 1 to improve safety for residents and visitors Falcon Heights, Minn. – The Falcon Heights City Council has voted to approve a program bringing pay-by-mobile parking to select city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The measure assigns approximately 1,000 parking spots in new parking zones on streets in close proximity to the fairgrounds. The program will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from Aug. 21 to Sept. 1, 2025, regardless of the number of hours parked. Fees can be paid online through the ParkMobile website or app, or by calling an automated pay-by-phone line, and enforcement will be tied to a vehicle’s license plate. All properties adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass delivered by mail starting in July with the option to request additional parking passes. Approximately 600 properties in Falcon Heights are eligible for these passes. View a map of the new parking zones [LINK]. A portion of proceeds from the program will support a new ambassador program run by the city. Trained ambassadors will be in neighborhoods near the fairgrounds during the fair to provide directions, answer questions, enforce parking, pick up trash and support public safety. The remaining proceeds will be invested in to the city’s roads and infrastructure. “During the excitement of the Minnesota State Fair, pay-by-mobile parking provides an excellent solution to promote safety for our Falcon Heights residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors we welcome to our city,” said Falcon Heights Mayor Randy Gustafson. “We’re proud to work with our residents to improve their fair experience while allowing our city to better accommodate this busy time of year.” The council approved five actions during its May 14 meeting, including a one-year agreement with ParkMobile to be the vendor to provide pay-by-mobile parking. Falcon Heights will receive approximately 80% of parking fees and ParkMobile will receive the remaining 20% to administer the program via its mobile platform. An additional approved resolution designates the impacted streets and dates, which will be reauthorized annually based on the fair’s schedule. The council also approved updates to adjust the city’s fee schedule, amend its budget and update its administrative manual in support of the program. Temporary parking zone signs will be installed ahead of the start of the fair and removed after Labor Day. ### Note: replace existing content on https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair E-Meter Parking page with the following. State Fair parking Update Thursday, May 15, 2025 The Falcon Heights City Council has approved pay-by-mobile parking on select city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The measure assigns approximately 1,000 parking spots in Falcon Heights in close proximity to the fairground as parking zones. Parking zones will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. [Insert map of the new parking zones.] Residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. Passes will be delivered to eligible properties by mail starting in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional pass for free. Residents can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes. Passes cannot be sold or transferred to another property. The City has partnered with ParkMobile on a one-year agreement that is set to automatically renew for two additional years unless altered or canceled, allowing the city to make adjustments if needed based on the first year of the program. Falcon Heights will receive approximately 80% of parking fees and ParkMobile will receive the remaining 20% to provide signage and administer the program. Background In 2024, the City Council established a State Fair Task Force made up of 10 residents who provided recommendations on how paid parking could be implemented. On March 26, the council approved a new ordinance to modify city code to allow for paid parking and to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to provide contracted parking meter services. Input from residents helped influence the final program. The council held a public hearing, where more than 80 residents shared feedback about State Fair parking. Additional input in advance of the council’s final vote on State Fair parking on May 14 also contributed to the final decision. Documents State Fair Parking FAQ (updated May 15, 2025) [add link to new FAQ] When will paid State Fair parking begin? State Fair paid parking will begin during the 2025 Minnesota State Fair from August 21 to September 1. The enforcement hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the twelve days of the Minnesota State Fair. Will residents need to pay to park? Will households receive free parking passes? Payment will be required to park on streets designated as a parking zone. Residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass in the mail. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. How will I get my parking pass? What if I need more parking passes? How many can I get total? Passes will be delivered to eligible properties by mail in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional pass. If two passes are not enough, residents can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for up to two additional passes if a hardship is demonstrated . In total, eligible residents who apply for an additional pass and whose hardship waiver is approved may receive up to four passes. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? Parking zones will charge $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. Full day parking is easier to enforce, and fairgoers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the meter has expired. Why do we want fairgoers to pay for parking? “Free parking” is not really “free.” The impacts of increased traffic, such as trash, are borne by the City and our residents. State Fair attendance numbers have increased dramatically in recent years. Charging fairgoers for parking will help cover the increasing costs of hosting the fair that are not reimbursed by the governing body of the State Fair. Any new revenue will be used to offset the cost of the program and benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the paid parking policy? City Council Members evaluated resident concerns throughout the process, including: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for and who would be eligible. How and in what format passes will be distributed (i.e., e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. What other actions did the City Council take as part of this process? The City Council: Adopted an annual resolution specifying where pay-by-mobile parking will be implemented and during which times it is in effect. Amended the fee schedule to set the rate for visitor parking. Adjusted the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Amended the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.). Does pay-by-mobile parking mean that we are not a welcoming city for visitors? We will continue to welcome fairgoers. Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Trained parking ambassadors will roam the paid parking areas and aid fairgoers while they navigate our neighborhoods. They will provide directions, answer questions, enforce parking, pick up trash and support public safety. We hope to improve fairgoers' experience – such as adding porta-potties, trash cans and wayfinding services! What areas will have pay-by-mobile parking and why? View a map of paid parking areas. [LINK] Parking would only be allowed on the side of the street without fire hydrants where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are currently highly impacted by State Fair parking and include room for approximately 1,000 parking places. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How specifically will these revenues benefit residents? The collected revenues from the ParkMobile Parking Program will help cover the City’s increasing expenses in hosting the Fair within Falcon Heights, which the City is not reimbursed for by the governing body of the State Fair. < All revenue collected over and above immediate expenses connected to hosting the Fair will go be invested in our infrastructure to benefit all residents. How will fairgoers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile will provide temporary signs that will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas during the State Fair. These signs will be removed after the fair is over. Signage will be consistent with other metro cities which use ParkMobile, including Minneapolis. We will communicate extensively through our own channels and through the media. Parking ambassadors will be hired to directly help visitors. If a visitor doesn’t stay the whole day, will a different visitor still have to pay to park in the newly open spot? Each new vehicle will need to pay the parking fee. When will the meters be enforced? The meters will be enforced between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. each day during the State Fair. Parking ambassadors will work during the same timeframe. Will rates vary based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? Parking fees are a consistent $25 per day for each vehicle in all designated paid parking zones. While Falcon Heights residents will be subject to this rate, residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive free parking passes. Can I sell/transfer my pass(es)? Can passes be transferred throughout the week? Resident passes will be hang tags, which are not tied to one vehicle by license plate number giving residents the flexibility to move hang tags between vehicles during the State Fair. The hang tags will have a unique identifier on them so that they can be re-used in future years. Lost or misplaced tags will require purchasing a new tag at the cost of the tag, and any lost, misplaced or stolen tags will be removed from the list of eligible tags. Vehicles using a lost or stolen tag and found in violation of ordinances will be prosecuted accordingly. Hang tag passes cannot be sold or rented out. Can residents purchase passes for a discounted rate? Impacted properties will receive a free parking pass. Passes will not be available for purchase. How will the city know whether a person has paid? ParkMobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and parking ambassadors. Cybersecurity and Minnesota Data Practice protocols will be fully accounted for. How will parking violations be handled? Parking Ambassadors will identify cars that are parked in violation of city code, including vehicles parked too close to driveways or stop signs, as well as vehicles that are have not paid to park in a parking zone. The parking ambassadors will contact law enforcement to issue tickets. Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or those that have failed to pay. The current policy that parking fines double during the State Fair will continue. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed in accordance with historical policy and practice. How much will it cost our city to implement? ParkMobile provides the system and signage at no capital expense. There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction. All administrative and staffing costs will be covered by revenues. We anticipate that this will generate $100,000 to $200,000 net revenue each year during the State Fair. Why ParkMobile? We explored installing temporary parking meters, but this is a much simpler and more efficient option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with ParkMobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the ParkMobile website, by text or by calling ParkMobile. How long is the contract with ParkMobile? Falcon Heights has approved a one-year agreement which automatically renews for two additional years. This will give the City the opportunity to request changes after the first year as needed. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? There are no changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will the City continue to allow parking on one side of the street only during the fair? Yes, the pay-by-mobile parking zones will be installed where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full-time, year-round? This proposal is just for during the Minnesota State Fair, starting in 2025. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. We will NOT charge for parking on neighborhood streets year-round. Will pay-by-mobile signs be up all year long? No. We will install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the fair each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists by adding additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. The city collecting parking revenue will likely have no adverse impact on our business parking revenues. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Paying for event parking in residential areas near large regional attractions is not unusual in communities throughout Minnesota and the nation. The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that our communications won’t reach everyone, so there will also be a lot of signage to help explain as well as our parking ambassadors. Falcon Heights State Fair paid parking resident email DRAFT: 5/12/25 SEND: 5/15/25 SUBJECT: State Fair parking policy approved PREVIEW:Parking passes will be mailed to eligible residents starting in July COPY:Last night, the Falcon Heights City Council approved a measure to bring paid parking to select Falcon Heights city streets during the State Fair starting this year. Pay-by-mobile parking will promote safety for residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors who come through our city every year for the fair and allow our city to better accommodate this busy time of year. The decision was informed by recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 Falcon Heights residents, as well as general community input shared this year. Thank you for your feedback as we considered this important change. The City will create new paid parking zones on streets in close proximity to the state fairgrounds that include space for approximately 1,000 vehicles. Parking zones will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. View the map of the new parking zones {LINK}. Residents and businesses in the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass by mail. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. Passes will be delivered to eligible properties starting in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional free pass. If residents need more than two passes, they can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes if approved. To learn more, visit our falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair parking webpage. 20250513125142,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Elke Johnson elke.johnson@falconheights.org, Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@_343.eml Council and State Fair Task Force, We are finalizing the draft communications with Goff Public that will be released Thursday morning, pending Council approval of the plan. Attached are the latest versions with some changes being tracked as we go back and forth. Let me know if you have thoughts on the messaging or for suggested edits to make sure it's clear for all audiences (residents and media/greater public). Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 15, 2025 Contact:Sara Swensonmailto:sara@goffpublic.comsara@goffpublic.com952-221-5368 Falcon Heights City Council approves pay-by-mobile parking on city streets during Minnesota State Fair Measure will be in place Aug. 21 to Sept. 1 to improve safety for residents and visitors Falcon Heights, Minn. – The Falcon Heights City Council has voted to approve a program bringing pay-by-mobile parking to select city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The measure assigns approximately 1,000 parking spots in new parking zones on streets in close proximity to the fairgrounds. The program will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from Aug. 21 to Sept. 1, 2025, regardless of the number of hours parked. Fees can be paid online through the ParkMobile website or app, or by calling an automated pay-by-phone line, and enforcement will be tied to a vehicle’s license plate. All properties adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass delivered by mail starting in July with the option to request additional parking passes. Approximately 600 properties in Falcon Heights are eligible for these passes. View a map of the new parking zones [LINK]. A portion of proceeds from the program will support a new ambassador program run by the city. Trained ambassadors will be in neighborhoods near the fairgrounds during the fair to provide directions, answer questions, enforce parking, pick up trash and support public safety. The remaining proceeds will be invested in to the city’s roads and infrastructure. “During the excitement of the Minnesota State Fair, pay-by-mobile parking provides an excellent solution to promote safety for our Falcon Heights residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors we welcome to our city,” said Falcon Heights Mayor Randy Gustafson. “We’re proud to work with our residents to improve their fair experience while allowing our city to better accommodate this busy time of year.” The council approved five actions during its May 14 meeting, including a one-year agreement with ParkMobile to be the vendor to provide pay-by-mobile parking. Falcon Heights will receive approximately 80% of parking fees and ParkMobile will receive the remaining 20% to administer the program via its mobile platform. An additional approved resolution designates the impacted streets and dates, which will be reauthorized annually based on the fair’s schedule. The council also approved updates to adjust the city’s fee schedule, amend its budget and update its administrative manual in support of the program. Temporary parking zone signs will be installed ahead of the start of the fair and removed after Labor Day. ### Falcon Heights State Fair paid parking resident email DRAFT: 5/12/25 SEND: 5/15/25 SUBJECT: State Fair parking policy approved PREVIEW:Parking passes will be mailed to eligible residents starting in July COPY:Last night, the Falcon Heights City Council approved a measure to bring paid parking to select Falcon Heights city streets during the State Fair starting this year. Pay-by-mobile parking will promote safety for residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors who come through our city every year for the fair and allow our city to better accommodate this busy time of year. The decision was informed by recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 Falcon Heights residents, as well as general community input shared this year. Thank you for your feedback as we considered this important change. The City will create new paid parking zones on streets in close proximity to the state fairgrounds that include space for approximately 1,000 vehicles. Parking zones will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. View the map of the new parking zones {LINK}. Residents and businesses in the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass by mail. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. Passes will be delivered to eligible properties starting in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional free pass. If residents need more than two passes, they can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes if approved. To learn more, visit our falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair parking webpage. When will paid State Fair parking begin? State Fair paid parking will begin during the 2025 Minnesota State Fair from August 21 to September 1. The enforcement hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the twelve days of the Minnesota State Fair. Will residents need to pay to park? Will households receive free parking passes? Payment will be required to park on streets designated as a parking zone. Residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass in the mail. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. How will I get my parking pass? What if I need more parking passes? How many can I get total? Passes will be delivered to eligible properties by mail in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional pass. If two passes are not enough, residents can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for up to two additional passes if a hardship is demonstrated . In total, eligible residents who apply for an additional pass and whose hardship waiver is approved may receive up to four passes. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? Parking zones will charge $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. Full day parking is easier to enforce, and fairgoers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the meter has expired. Why do we want fairgoers to pay for parking? “Free parking” is not really “free.” The impacts of increased traffic, such as trash, are borne by the City and our residents. State Fair attendance numbers have increased dramatically in recent years. Charging fairgoers for parking will help cover the increasing costs of hosting the fair that are not reimbursed by the governing body of the State Fair. Any new revenue will be used to offset the cost of the program and benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the paid parking policy? City Council Members evaluated resident concerns throughout the process, including: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for and who would be eligible. How and in what format passes will be distributed (i.e., e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. What other actions did the City Council take as part of this process? The City Council: Adopted an annual resolution specifying where pay-by-mobile parking will be implemented and during which times it is in effect. Amended the fee schedule to set the rate for visitor parking. Adjusted the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Amended the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.). Does pay-by-mobile parking mean that we are not a welcoming city for visitors? We will continue to welcome fairgoers. Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Trained parking ambassadors will roam the paid parking areas and aid fairgoers while they navigate our neighborhoods. They will provide directions, answer questions, enforce parking, pick up trash and support public safety. We hope to improve fairgoers' experience – such as adding porta-potties, trash cans and wayfinding services! What areas will have pay-by-mobile parking and why? View a map of paid parking areas. [LINK] Parking would only be allowed on the side of the street without fire hydrants where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are currently highly impacted by State Fair parking and include room for approximately 1,000 parking places. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How specifically will these revenues benefit residents? The collected revenues from the ParkMobile Parking Program will help cover the City’s increasing expenses in hosting the Fair within Falcon Heights, which the City is not reimbursed for by the governing body of the State Fair. < All revenue collected over and above immediate expenses connected to hosting the Fair will go be invested in our infrastructure to benefit all residents. How will fairgoers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile will provide temporary signs that will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas during the State Fair. These signs will be removed after the fair is over. Signage will be consistent with other metro cities which use ParkMobile, including Minneapolis. We will communicate extensively through our own channels and through the media. Parking ambassadors will be hired to directly help visitors. If a visitor doesn’t stay the whole day, will a different visitor still have to pay to park in the newly open spot? Each new vehicle will need to pay the parking fee. When will the meters be enforced? The meters will be enforced between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. each day during the State Fair. Parking ambassadors will work during the same timeframe. Will rates vary based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? Parking fees are a consistent $25 per day for each vehicle in all designated paid parking zones. While Falcon Heights residents will be subject to this rate, residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive free parking passes. Can I sell/transfer my pass(es)? Can passes be transferred throughout the week? Resident passes will be hang tags, which are not tied to one vehicle by license plate number giving residents the flexibility to move hang tags between vehicles during the State Fair. The hang tags will have a unique identifier on them so that they can be re-used in future years. Lost or misplaced tags will require purchasing a new tag at the cost of the tag, and any lost, misplaced or stolen tags will be removed from the list of eligible tags. Vehicles using a lost or stolen tag and found in violation of ordinances will be prosecuted accordingly. Hang tag passes cannot be sold or rented out. Can residents purchase passes for a discounted rate? Impacted properties will receive a free parking pass. Passes will not be available for purchase. How will the city know whether a person has paid? ParkMobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and parking ambassadors. Cybersecurity and Minnesota Data Practice protocols will be fully accounted for. How will parking violations be handled? Parking Ambassadors will identify cars that are parked in violation of city code, including vehicles parked too close to driveways or stop signs, as well as vehicles that are have not paid to park in a parking zone. The parking ambassadors will contact law enforcement to issue tickets. Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or those that have failed to pay. The current policy that parking fines double during the State Fair will continue. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed in accordance with historical policy and practice. How much will it cost our city to implement? ParkMobile provides the system and signage at no capital expense. There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction. All administrative and staffing costs will be covered by revenues. We anticipate that this will generate $100,000 to $200,000 net revenue each year during the State Fair. Why ParkMobile? We explored installing temporary parking meters, but this is a much simpler and more efficient option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with ParkMobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the ParkMobile website, by text or by calling ParkMobile. How long is the contract with ParkMobile? Falcon Heights has approved a one-year agreement which automatically renews for two additional years. This will give the City the opportunity to request changes after the first year as needed. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? There are no changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will the City continue to allow parking on one side of the street only during the fair? Yes, the pay-by-mobile parking zones will be installed where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full-time, year-round? This proposal is just for during the Minnesota State Fair, starting in 2025. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. We will NOT charge for parking on neighborhood streets year-round. Will pay-by-mobile signs be up all year long? No. We will install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the fair each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists by adding additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. The city collecting parking revenue will likely have no adverse impact on our business parking revenues. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Paying for event parking in residential areas near large regional attractions is not unusual in communities throughout Minnesota and the nation. The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that our communications won’t reach everyone, so there will also be a lot of signage to help explain as well as our parking ambassadors. Note: replace existing content on https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair E-Meter Parking page with the following. State Fair parking Update Thursday, May 15, 2025 The Falcon Heights City Council has approved pay-by-mobile parking on select city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The measure assigns approximately 1,000 parking spots in Falcon Heights in close proximity to the fairground as parking zones. Parking zones will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. [Insert map of the new parking zones.] Residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. Passes will be delivered to eligible properties by mail starting in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional pass for free. Residents can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes. Passes cannot be sold or transferred to another property. The City has partnered with ParkMobile on a one-year agreement that is set to automatically renew for two additional years unless altered or canceled, allowing the city to make adjustments if needed based on the first year of the program. Falcon Heights will receive approximately 80% of parking fees and ParkMobile will receive the remaining 20% to provide signage and administer the program. Background In 2024, the City Council established a State Fair Task Force made up of 10 residents who provided recommendations on how paid parking could be implemented. On March 26, the council approved a new ordinance to modify city code to allow for paid parking and to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to provide contracted parking meter services. Input from residents helped influence the final program. The council held a public hearing, where more than 80 residents shared feedback about State Fair parking. Additional input in advance of the council’s final vote on State Fair parking on May 14 also contributed to the final decision. Documents State Fair Parking FAQ (updated May 15, 2025) [add link to new FAQ] 20250513125142,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Elke Johnson elke.johnson@falconheights.org, Kelly Nelson kelly.nelson@_344.eml Council and State Fair Task Force, We are finalizing the draft communications with Goff Public that will be released Thursday morning, pending Council approval of the plan. Attached are the latest versions with some changes being tracked as we go back and forth. Let me know if you have thoughts on the messaging or for suggested edits to make sure it's clear for all audiences (residents and media/greater public). Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 15, 2025 Contact:Sara Swensonmailto:sara@goffpublic.comsara@goffpublic.com952-221-5368 Falcon Heights City Council approves pay-by-mobile parking on city streets during Minnesota State Fair Measure will be in place Aug. 21 to Sept. 1 to improve safety for residents and visitors Falcon Heights, Minn. – The Falcon Heights City Council has voted to approve a program bringing pay-by-mobile parking to select city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The measure assigns approximately 1,000 parking spots in new parking zones on streets in close proximity to the fairgrounds. The program will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from Aug. 21 to Sept. 1, 2025, regardless of the number of hours parked. Fees can be paid online through the ParkMobile website or app, or by calling an automated pay-by-phone line, and enforcement will be tied to a vehicle’s license plate. All properties adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass delivered by mail starting in July with the option to request additional parking passes. Approximately 600 properties in Falcon Heights are eligible for these passes. View a map of the new parking zones [LINK]. A portion of proceeds from the program will support a new ambassador program run by the city. Trained ambassadors will be in neighborhoods near the fairgrounds during the fair to provide directions, answer questions, enforce parking, pick up trash and support public safety. The remaining proceeds will be invested in to the city’s roads and infrastructure. “During the excitement of the Minnesota State Fair, pay-by-mobile parking provides an excellent solution to promote safety for our Falcon Heights residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors we welcome to our city,” said Falcon Heights Mayor Randy Gustafson. “We’re proud to work with our residents to improve their fair experience while allowing our city to better accommodate this busy time of year.” The council approved five actions during its May 14 meeting, including a one-year agreement with ParkMobile to be the vendor to provide pay-by-mobile parking. Falcon Heights will receive approximately 80% of parking fees and ParkMobile will receive the remaining 20% to administer the program via its mobile platform. An additional approved resolution designates the impacted streets and dates, which will be reauthorized annually based on the fair’s schedule. The council also approved updates to adjust the city’s fee schedule, amend its budget and update its administrative manual in support of the program. Temporary parking zone signs will be installed ahead of the start of the fair and removed after Labor Day. ### Falcon Heights State Fair paid parking resident email DRAFT: 5/12/25 SEND: 5/15/25 SUBJECT: State Fair parking policy approved PREVIEW:Parking passes will be mailed to eligible residents starting in July COPY:Last night, the Falcon Heights City Council approved a measure to bring paid parking to select Falcon Heights city streets during the State Fair starting this year. Pay-by-mobile parking will promote safety for residents and the hundreds of thousands of visitors who come through our city every year for the fair and allow our city to better accommodate this busy time of year. The decision was informed by recommendations from the State Fair Task Force, made up of 10 Falcon Heights residents, as well as general community input shared this year. Thank you for your feedback as we considered this important change. The City will create new paid parking zones on streets in close proximity to the state fairgrounds that include space for approximately 1,000 vehicles. Parking zones will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. View the map of the new parking zones {LINK}. Residents and businesses in the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass by mail. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. Passes will be delivered to eligible properties starting in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional free pass. If residents need more than two passes, they can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes if approved. To learn more, visit our falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair parking webpage. When will paid State Fair parking begin? State Fair paid parking will begin during the 2025 Minnesota State Fair from August 21 to September 1. The enforcement hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the twelve days of the Minnesota State Fair. Will residents need to pay to park? Will households receive free parking passes? Payment will be required to park on streets designated as a parking zone. Residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass in the mail. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. How will I get my parking pass? What if I need more parking passes? How many can I get total? Passes will be delivered to eligible properties by mail in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional pass. If two passes are not enough, residents can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for up to two additional passes if a hardship is demonstrated . In total, eligible residents who apply for an additional pass and whose hardship waiver is approved may receive up to four passes. Will we charge a daily rate? Hourly rate? Parking zones will charge $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. Full day parking is easier to enforce, and fairgoers can enjoy their day at the fair without worrying that the meter has expired. Why do we want fairgoers to pay for parking? “Free parking” is not really “free.” The impacts of increased traffic, such as trash, are borne by the City and our residents. State Fair attendance numbers have increased dramatically in recent years. Charging fairgoers for parking will help cover the increasing costs of hosting the fair that are not reimbursed by the governing body of the State Fair. Any new revenue will be used to offset the cost of the program and benefit all Falcon Heights residents. Did resident testimony during the public hearing make any impact on the paid parking policy? City Council Members evaluated resident concerns throughout the process, including: How many resident passes each impacted household would be eligible for and who would be eligible. How and in what format passes will be distributed (i.e., e-passes, hang tags or other). Whether passes are tied to a license plate or are in another format. What other actions did the City Council take as part of this process? The City Council: Adopted an annual resolution specifying where pay-by-mobile parking will be implemented and during which times it is in effect. Amended the fee schedule to set the rate for visitor parking. Adjusted the annual budget to reflect the projected revenues and expenses for the program. Amended the Administrative Manual Section on Parking (better known as the State Fair Guidelines—no lawn parking/vendors allowed, no hydrant side parking, etc.). Does pay-by-mobile parking mean that we are not a welcoming city for visitors? We will continue to welcome fairgoers. Charging for parking should not change our attitude toward visitors. Trained parking ambassadors will roam the paid parking areas and aid fairgoers while they navigate our neighborhoods. They will provide directions, answer questions, enforce parking, pick up trash and support public safety. We hope to improve fairgoers' experience – such as adding porta-potties, trash cans and wayfinding services! What areas will have pay-by-mobile parking and why? View a map of paid parking areas. [LINK] Parking would only be allowed on the side of the street without fire hydrants where State Fair parking is currently allowed. These large, contiguous areas are currently highly impacted by State Fair parking and include room for approximately 1,000 parking places. What is the projected revenue? Conservative estimates are $100,000 to $200,000 net per State Fair. How specifically will these revenues benefit residents? The collected revenues from the ParkMobile Parking Program will help cover the City’s increasing expenses in hosting the Fair within Falcon Heights, which the City is not reimbursed for by the governing body of the State Fair. < All revenue collected over and above immediate expenses connected to hosting the Fair will go be invested in our infrastructure to benefit all residents. How will fairgoers know they need to pay for parking? ParkMobile will provide temporary signs that will be installed throughout designated Parking Zone areas during the State Fair. These signs will be removed after the fair is over. Signage will be consistent with other metro cities which use ParkMobile, including Minneapolis. We will communicate extensively through our own channels and through the media. Parking ambassadors will be hired to directly help visitors. If a visitor doesn’t stay the whole day, will a different visitor still have to pay to park in the newly open spot? Each new vehicle will need to pay the parking fee. When will the meters be enforced? The meters will be enforced between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. each day during the State Fair. Parking ambassadors will work during the same timeframe. Will rates vary based on proximity to the fairgrounds? Or for residents? Parking fees are a consistent $25 per day for each vehicle in all designated paid parking zones. While Falcon Heights residents will be subject to this rate, residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive free parking passes. Can I sell/transfer my pass(es)? Can passes be transferred throughout the week? Resident passes will be hang tags, which are not tied to one vehicle by license plate number giving residents the flexibility to move hang tags between vehicles during the State Fair. The hang tags will have a unique identifier on them so that they can be re-used in future years. Lost or misplaced tags will require purchasing a new tag at the cost of the tag, and any lost, misplaced or stolen tags will be removed from the list of eligible tags. Vehicles using a lost or stolen tag and found in violation of ordinances will be prosecuted accordingly. Hang tag passes cannot be sold or rented out. Can residents purchase passes for a discounted rate? Impacted properties will receive a free parking pass. Passes will not be available for purchase. How will the city know whether a person has paid? ParkMobile generates that data and makes it accessible to police and parking ambassadors. Cybersecurity and Minnesota Data Practice protocols will be fully accounted for. How will parking violations be handled? Parking Ambassadors will identify cars that are parked in violation of city code, including vehicles parked too close to driveways or stop signs, as well as vehicles that are have not paid to park in a parking zone. The parking ambassadors will contact law enforcement to issue tickets. Law enforcement will ticket cars parked in violation of code or those that have failed to pay. The current policy that parking fines double during the State Fair will continue. Vehicles that cause safety hazards will be ticketed and towed in accordance with historical policy and practice. How much will it cost our city to implement? ParkMobile provides the system and signage at no capital expense. There is a processing fee of about 20% for each transaction. All administrative and staffing costs will be covered by revenues. We anticipate that this will generate $100,000 to $200,000 net revenue each year during the State Fair. Why ParkMobile? We explored installing temporary parking meters, but this is a much simpler and more efficient option. Many people are familiar with using apps to pay for parking in city lots. Several cities across Minnesota work with ParkMobile, and there are 1.5 million Minnesota users. People who don’t want to install an app can pay via the ParkMobile website, by text or by calling ParkMobile. How long is the contract with ParkMobile? Falcon Heights has approved a one-year agreement which automatically renews for two additional years. This will give the City the opportunity to request changes after the first year as needed. Some of our streets are permit parking only during the fair. How will this be handled if we switch to paid parking? There are no changes to State Fair Parking Permits issued in 2024. Will the City continue to allow parking on one side of the street only during the fair? Yes, the pay-by-mobile parking zones will be installed where we currently allow parking during the fair. We need to ensure emergency vehicles can get through our neighborhoods. Will the program be full-time, year-round? This proposal is just for during the Minnesota State Fair, starting in 2025. In the future, it may be expanded to other major events that bring visitors to our streets, such as car shows. We will NOT charge for parking on neighborhood streets year-round. Will pay-by-mobile signs be up all year long? No. We will install signs prior to the Minnesota State Fair and remove them following the fair each year. While this does create additional work for staff, we feel it is important not to confuse motorists by adding additional signage in the neighborhoods when not in use. How will this impact neighboring cities? More people may look for free parking spots beyond Falcon Heights. How will this impact business properties in our city that sell parking in their lots? We already compete with business properties that sell parking by providing free parking. The city collecting parking revenue will likely have no adverse impact on our business parking revenues. Will people who have parked on our streets for years when attending the fair be angry? Paying for event parking in residential areas near large regional attractions is not unusual in communities throughout Minnesota and the nation. The city will conduct a communications campaign to get the word out and explain why Falcon Heights has chosen to charge for parking on our neighborhood streets. We realize that our communications won’t reach everyone, so there will also be a lot of signage to help explain as well as our parking ambassadors. Note: replace existing content on https://www.falconheights.org/residents/parking/state-fair-parkingState Fair E-Meter Parking page with the following. State Fair parking Update Thursday, May 15, 2025 The Falcon Heights City Council has approved pay-by-mobile parking on select city streets during the Minnesota State Fair. The measure assigns approximately 1,000 parking spots in Falcon Heights in close proximity to the fairground as parking zones. Parking zones will charge a flat fee of $25 per day for vehicles to park between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. from August 21 to September 1, 2025. [Insert map of the new parking zones.] Residents adjacent to the new parking zones will receive one free parking pass. Approximately 600 properties are eligible for these passes. Passes will be delivered to eligible properties by mail starting in July 2025 with information on how to receive an additional pass for free. Residents can also visit City Hall to request a hardship waiver for two additional passes. Passes cannot be sold or transferred to another property. The City has partnered with ParkMobile on a one-year agreement that is set to automatically renew for two additional years unless altered or canceled, allowing the city to make adjustments if needed based on the first year of the program. Falcon Heights will receive approximately 80% of parking fees and ParkMobile will receive the remaining 20% to provide signage and administer the program. Background In 2024, the City Council established a State Fair Task Force made up of 10 residents who provided recommendations on how paid parking could be implemented. On March 26, the council approved a new ordinance to modify city code to allow for paid parking and to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with ParkMobile to provide contracted parking meter services. Input from residents helped influence the final program. The council held a public hearing, where more than 80 residents shared feedback about State Fair parking. Additional input in advance of the council’s final vote on State Fair parking on May 14 also contributed to the final decision. Documents State Fair Parking FAQ (updated May 15, 2025) [add link to new FAQ] 20250513131231,_ktbd4.tom@gmail.com_ ktbd4.tom@gmail.com,_Jack Linehan_ Jack.linehan@falconheights.org_345.eml Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi, Jack, These look excellent to me. I only have any input about the FAQ: * 5-15-25 State Fair parking FAQ * "Will residents need to pay to park? ..." * I would somehow mention that the parking pass(es) residents receive will be transferable (maybe even mention hang tags) since I think many residents are still under the impression that it will be an electronic "tag" tied to their license plate. * I would also mention that the pass(es) will be good for the entire run of the fair, not just a 1-use type thing. * "Did resident testimony..." * Maybe also mention the additional steps being taken this year to improve the safety around the alley exits in Northome. * "Why ParkMobile?" * I would add something like "(including both St. Paul and Minneapolis)" after "Several cities across Minnesota...". * "How long is the contract with ParkMobile?" * I don't want to be inaccurate in any way, nor encourage any sort of annual protest, but is there some way to say that the contract could be ended after the first year if things don't work out? Thanks! Tom ------ Original Message ------ From "Jack Linehan" <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> To Cc "Elke Johnson" <elke.johnson@falconheights.org<mailto:elke.johnson@falconheights.org>>; "Kelly Nelson" <kelly.nelson@falconheights.org<mailto:kelly.nelson@falconheights.org>> Date 5/13/2025 12:51:41 PM Subject Draft Communications - State Fair Pay-by-Mobile Parking Releases Council and State Fair Task Force, We are finalizing the draft communications with Goff Public that will be released Thursday morning, pending Council approval of the plan. Attached are the latest versions with some changes being tracked as we go back and forth. Let me know if you have thoughts on the messaging or for suggested edits to make sure it's clear for all audiences (residents and media/greater public). Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. 20250513135358,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org,Heather Robibaro heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com, Paula Mielke paula.miel_346.eml Hi Heather, Thank you for sharing. Does your petition have names and addresses of those who have signed? If so, I can share with the City Council. The signs will not be up year round. The plan is to install them the week of the Fair and remove immediately following the Fair. It will be a combination of temporary signs and piggybacking on existing permanent signage to balance making it clear that it is a parking zone, while also avoiding sign pollution. Some posts may be new permanent installations, such as a sign post mid-block to match our "no parking during State Fair" sign patterns on the water sides of streets. The signs themselves would be mounted/removed each Fair if we add new posts, as having the ParkMobile signs up when there isn't paid parking will just cause confusion for all. Sincerely, Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Heather Robibaro <heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 1:20 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org> Subject: EParking Program Some people who received this message don't often get email from heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Paula and Jack, I hope you are both having a good week so far. I know you are voting to pass this program, but I would still like you to know that some of us still oppose it. Again, we understand that the State Fair is a cost to our community, but we think the cost of this program may be worse. We have started a petition, I thought you should know. I know we all have the best interests at heart for our community, even when we disagree. I watched the discussion from the workshop last week and I still didn't see an answer to whether or not the posts will be permanent - maybe I missed it? We were also hoping for some more community interaction before this gets pushed through, but that call seems unheeded. Anyway, here is the link: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/falcon-heights-neighbors-opposed-to-eparking?source=direct_link& See you tomorrow evening. Your neighbor, Heather Romaine 1740 Simpson 20250513142153,Heather Robibaro heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com,Jack Linehan jack.linehan@falconheights.org, Paula Mielke paula.miel_347.eml You don't often get email from heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Thank you for your response Jack, the petition is still active so the names and zip codes of the signers is being recorded but I don’t have a list I can share just yet, one signer stopped by to chat with me recently about the petition and was concerned about sharing their full address as a matter of public record. It was the consensus of some more active signers that we should bring the petition to your attention even though it is still active. I appreciate the clarification about the signs. My concern about the signage is having a post in the easement year round… I counted three on our the water side of our street awhile back when I first learned of the program- one is on an existing light pole and another on a stop sign that don’t have a counterparts on our side of the street. So would this mean three poles up year round? Again, thank you for your response, I appreciate it! Heather On Tue, May 13, 2025 at 13:54 Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> wrote: Hi Heather, Thank you for sharing. Does your petition have names and addresses of those who have signed? If so, I can share with the City Council. The signs will not be up year round. The plan is to install them the week of the Fair and remove immediately following the Fair. It will be a combination of temporary signs and piggybacking on existing permanent signage to balance making it clear that it is a parking zone, while also avoiding sign pollution. Some posts may be new permanent installations, such as a sign post mid-block to match our "no parking during State Fair" sign patterns on the water sides of streets. The signs themselves would be mounted/removed each Fair if we add new posts, as having the ParkMobile signs up when there isn't paid parking will just cause confusion for all. Sincerely, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Jack Linehan City Administrator City of Falcon Heights 2077 West Larpenteur Avenue<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Falcon Heights, MN 55113<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2077+West+Larpenteur+Avenue+%0D%0A+Falcon+Heights,+MN+55113?entry=gmail&source=g> Direct 651-792-7611 Confidentiality Statement: The documents accompanying this transmission contain confidential information that is legally privileged. This information is intended only for the use of the individuals or entities listed above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution, or action taken in reliance on the contents of these documents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this information in error, please notify the sender immediately and arrange for the return or destruction of these documents. ________________________________ From: Heather Robibaro <heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com<mailto:heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com>> Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 1:20 PM To: Paula Mielke <paula.mielke@falconheights.org<mailto:paula.mielke@falconheights.org>>; Jack Linehan <jack.linehan@falconheights.org<mailto:jack.linehan@falconheights.org>> Subject: EParking Program Some people who received this message don't often get email from heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com<mailto:heatherromarobibaro@gmail.com>. Learn why this is important<https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdenti fication> Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Hi Paula and Jack, I hope you are both having a good week so far. I know you are voting to pass this program, but I would still like you to know that some of us still oppose it. Again, we understand that the State Fair is a cost to our community, but we think the cost of this program may be worse. We have started a petition, I thought you should know. I know we all have the best interests at heart for our community, even when we disagree. I watched the discussion from the workshop last week and I still didn't see an answer to whether or not the posts will be permanent - maybe I missed it? We were also hoping for some more community interaction before this gets pushed through, but that call seems unheeded. Anyway, here is the link: https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/falcon-heights-neighbors-opposed-to-eparking?source=direct_link& See you tomorrow evening. Your neighbor, Heather Romaine 1740 Simpson