HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-19-2021March 19, 2021
Public Meetings Next Week
Planning Commission Monday, March 22 -
Cancelled
Special City Council Work Session
Thursday, March 25 6:30PM
City Agendas and Minutes
*Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic and the Stateof Emergency the City will be conducting the CityCouncil meeting and public hearings telephonicallyor by other means. The City Council Chamberswill not be open to the public. The City will bebroadcasting the meeting via our normal link onthe City website.
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Tuesday, March 16th City Council Meeting Summary
Meeting Materials Can Be Accessed Here
Thursday, March 25 Special City Council Work Session Agenda
Register For Virtual Meeting
Public Facilities Project Update
Regular updates and documents are available here.
Capital Improvement Committee
At the February 2 meeting the City Council created
a new committee to aid the City in development of
the annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
Members of this committee will help guide the
City's plan for infrastructure, vehicles, equipment
and public facilities.
Members of this committee will meet regularly May
through August to make recommendations for the
CIP including estimated costs, the need for
improvements, funding sources, and financial
impacts of improvements.
Interested residents are encouraged to apply!
More Information Available Here
Requests For Proposals
The City of Lake Elmo is accepting submissions
for two Requests for Proposals:
Proposals for the Purchase of City Owned
Land
Proposals for an Operational Audit of the
Planning and Building Departments
More Information Available Here
East Metro Water Resource Education Programs
Shoreline Realtor Workshop – April 19
Raingarden Workshop – May 11, 6-7:15pm
2021 Workshops for the Public
Spring Road Weight Restrictions went into effect Thursday, March 4 at 12:01AM.
Axle weight limits are restricted on certain streets within the City of Lake Elmo to
protect the streets from damage when road and weather conditions warrant in
accordance with State & City regulations. More information is available here: here.
The City of Lake Elmo is
Accepting Applications for
Multiple Commissions and
Boards
The City of Lake Elmo is experiencing an
exciting time of community growth. The City is
fortunate to have active and involved residents
on its commissions providing valuable input for
future projects and growth. The City is
currently seeking applications for:
Planning Commission
Capital Improvement Committee
Economic Development Authority
Citizen Representative to the Ramsey
Washington Suburban Cable
Commission
If you are interested in serving the community
in this capacity, please contact City Hall at
651-747-3900 for an application form. The
application form is also available here.
The City of Lake Elmo is Accepting
Applications for the Following
Positions:
Building Official
Part Time Firefighter
Public Works Seasonal Employees
Paid on Call Firefighters
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New Construction Update Available
Follow the link below to see the latest Construction Update:
Construction Update: March 2, 2021
To learn more about the project, visit the project website at:
www.co.washington.mn.us/Manning36Interchange
County Highway 13 (Ideal Avenue)
Phase II
Washington County in partnership with the City of
Lake Elmo are providing an online project update
on the proposed improvements to Ideal Avenue
between County Highway 14 and 44th Street. The
project website provides program information and
updates.
Project Website
Storm drains in our city help to protect
neighborhoods from flooding, but they
also carry litter and polluted runoff
from streets and parking lots into
nearby lakes and streams.
You can make a difference by
volunteering just 15-minutes, twice a
month, to keep their nearest storm
drain clear of litter, leaves, grass
clippings and dirt. To sign up: go to
www.Adopt-a-Drain.org and use the
map to find your neighborhood storm
drains – then click and sign-up to
adopt.
Temporary Rate Discount for Small
and Mid Sized Businesses from
Xcel Energy
If your business has experienced a material
impact from the pandemic, along with an electric
load decrease of 25% or more in electric demand
as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic or
civil unrest, you may be eligible for a temporary
25% discount on base energy and demand
charges.
Information Available Here
Xcel Energy providing $17.5 million to help
residential customers behind on electric bills
Xcel Energy will soon begin delivering $17.5 million in assistance to residential customers who
have fallen significantly behind on the electric bills during the COVID-19 recession, which has
caused economic hardship for many in our communities. The Minnesota Public Utilities
Commission approved the plan this week, which will help customers who may have the most
trouble catching up on their bills.
Well sampling in the east metro area
If you live in the area that is a priority for testing, you can request that your private well water be tested.
To see if you live in the priority sampling area, use the interactive map.
If you live in the priority sampling area, you can request to have your well tested by filling out and
submitting this online form.
More information about the priority testing area is available on the Well sampling in the East Metro Area
webpage.
Water Conservation
Rebate Program
The City of Lake Elmo, in
partnership with the Metropolitan
Council, is offering a rebate
program for purchases of eligible
WaterSense toilets and Smart
Irrigation Controllers. Qualifying
purchases are eligible for up to a
$200 credit on your water bill.
Program Details Available Here
Washington County Library branches are
currently open for Express Service. Visit the
library during reduced hours to browse
materials, pick up holds, and use a computer for
up to one hour. Curbside service is alsoavailable for community members who cannot
enter our buildings. Learn how we’re keeping thelibrary safe for everyone at
WashCoLib.org/COVID19.
Washington County Library now has mobile hotspots and Chromebooks available to check out.
Get internet at home or on the go (for free!). Devices can be checked out for one month at a time,
and can be renewed three times if there are no other holds. You only need a library card
registered in Washington County to borrow a device. More information is available at
WashCoLib.org/devices.
Washington County Library Events