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2 Snow Plowing in Lake Elmo Winter weather is never a popular subject, especially for plow operators who are trying to keep roads clear and safe for traffic. The follow- ing are a few tips and information that will hope- fully make winter a little easier for everyone. • Do not deposit or push snow across any street (MN State Statute 160.2715) • Please keep garbage and recycling containers off the roadway. • Make sure your mailbox is at its legal height and properly secured. The city will only replace mailboxes that are physically hit by city plows. • Priority will be given to roads with higher amounts of traffic. Roads serving residential areas and cul-de-sacs will be plowed secondary. • Depending on snowfall timing, crews will be- gin operations between 2:00 AM and 4:00 AM. • Please leave plenty of room when following plows. These units do frequent turning and backing. Remember, “If you cannot see their mirrors, they cannot see you!” Public Hearing on the 2021 Budget and 2021 Tax Levy A public hearing is scheduled on December 1, 2020 at the Regular City Council meeting at 7:00PM. After the hearing the City Council will consider adopting the Final Budget and Tax Levy for 2021. Storm water Utility Fee The City has received several questions from residents regarding the stormwater utility billing that is distributed in January. The revenue received from your stormwater utility fee is used for preparation of a Surface Water Management Plan, maintenance of existing ditches, culverts, ponds and storm sewers, capital improvements in developing areas, equipment,planning, inventories and water quality improvements including weed control The utility charge is reviewed and determined by the City Council each year, the stormwater utility fee will be raised to $65 this year from $60 last year