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Home My WebLink About02-27-26 The Fresh NewsletterTHE ITY OF LA ICf ELMQ Weekly News & Updates Lc4hE'- I�i�H> Friday, February 27, 2026 Lake Elmo City Hall Public Meetings City Council Meeting Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 7:00 p.m. Meetings are held at City Hall, 3880 Laverne Ave N., Lake Elmo, MN 55042. Changes or cancellations will be posted at Lakeelmo.gov/calendar. [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/calendar] How to Watch Watch online [https: www.youtube.com/@CityofLakeElm oMN/videos]. or on cable television SCCTV .[https://vod.scctv.org/internetchannel/2 channel=101 Find meeting agendas and minutes at the City of Lake Elmo, MN .[https://www.lakeelmo.gov agendacenter]. AESiRI��IRM �EYFEtr F__K Now purlag 1 Seasonal MiNkltennnoe Start Spring weight restrictions in effect March 3 The Minnesota Department of Transportation will start spring load restrictions in the SOUTH, SOUTHEAST, AND METRO frost zones, including Lake Elmo, on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. Lake Elmo follows MNDOT's start and end dates for the metro seasonal load limits. View the Spring Road Maps and Lake Elmo road restrictions .[https://www.lakeelmo.gov/255/Road- Restrictions]. As frost leaves the ground, roadways become more vulnerable to damage from heavy vehicles. Limiting axle weights during this period helps preserve pavement conditions, reduce costly repairs, and extend the life of the City's transportation infrastructure. Drivers and commercial operators are encouraged to plan routes accordingly and comply with posted limits. Public Works hiring seasonal staff The City of Lake Elmo is hiring seasonal maintenance staff to support our full-time Public Works team with the maintenance and repair of city streets and parks. This hands-on position offers training in a variety of areas and the opportunity to work outdoors serving the community. The role is up to 40 hours per week, with a schedule of 6:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 6:30-10:30 a.m. on Fridays, May through August. Visit Lakeel mo.gov jobs.aspx [htt.ps://www.lakeelmo.gov/Jobs.asp-xlto learn more an apply. Annual Arbor Day Tree Giveaway April 25 Residents are invited to the annual tree giveaway in Lake Elmo on April 25! Stop by the public works building between 8 am - 10 am to help grow our urban canopy, support sustainability, and bring home a free tree for your yard while supplies last. *You must be a resident of Lake Elmo to participate. Tree Trimming The City will be conducting tree trimming operations next week to maintain public safety and protect City infrastructure. Tree trimming is required when branches obstruct streetlights or traffic signs, block emergency vehicle access, are diseased, or present an imminent threat to property or public safety. Maintaining proper clearance helps ensure safe travel and reliable emergency response throughout the community. Residents may notice crews working in their area and are asked to use caution around equipment and personnel. DNR Reminder: ice fishing house removal deadlines As temperatures warm and ice conditions change, please remember that all ice fishing houses must be removed by the following dates: • 11:59 pm on March 2 for inland waters in the southern 2/3 of the state • 11:59 pm on March 16 for inland waters in the northern 1/3 of the state • 11:59 pm on March 31 for Minnesota - Canada border waters, including Lake of the Woods Removing ice houses by the deadline helps ensure public safety and protects our lakes as the ice begins to deteriorate. Thank you for doing your part to keep Minnesota's lakes safe. Lake Elmo Planning Commission vacancy, applications now open The City of Lake Elmo is accepting applications for a Planning Commission position beginning in March. This volunteer role helps guide land use, development, and long-range planning decisions in our community. Learn more and apply at lakeelmo.gov [ //lakeelmo.gov]. Discover Prairie Oak and Savanna Ecosystems On Saturday, March 7 th at 11:00 Alex Bouthilet will be at the Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center to give a presentation covering his position with the US Fish and Wildlife Service at the Star Prairie Seed Farm and the basics of prairie and oak savanna ecosystems in our region. He will cover a variety of aspects related to the importance of plant biodiversity. If you want to know about prairie systems from someone who is in it all the time, this is a great opportunity to join us! Alex has worked with a range of conservation organizations including the Wisconsin DNR, the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), The Prairie Enthusiasts, and Standing Cedars Community Land Conservancy. After three years of volunteer work, the USFWS brought him on as an employee to assist with managing the local ecotype seed and plant program. Alex works to harvest and clean seeds of native plant species to be used on public land restoration projects throughout the district. He helps with the design, preparation, and planting of prairie, wetland, and oak savanna species and enjoys providing educational opportunities to on the many benefits of native plant species. Visit Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center [https://sminc-lake-elmo.orgL], to learn more. Looking to Get Involved in 2026? Discover Lake Elmo's Community Organizations Visit the City of Lake Elmo's Community_ Organizations https://www.lakeelmo.gov/316/Community_ Organizations page to explore local groups, programs, and volunteer opportunities available in the community. Whether you are interested in civic engagement, community events, or supporting local initiatives, the page offers a helpful starting point to find opportunities that align with your interests and availability. ® What Do My Taxes Pay For? The City Council adopted the 2026 Budget on December 16, 2025. City Finance staff have developed a downloadable property tax calculator that estimates 2026 city taxes (no other jurisdictions) on your home. It shows approximately how much of your taxes are allocated to each service area. Check it out here. [https://www.lakeelmo.gov 230 Property_ Tax -Calculator] If you need to search your property, you can view the Washington County Property Tax Search here. [https://mn- washington.publicaccessnow.com/]. City of Lake Elmo 13880 Laverne Ave. N. I Lake Elmo, MN 55042 www.lakeelmo.gov [https://www.lakeelmo.govI f Share on Facebook V Share on Twitter ® Share via Email Copyright 2026 The City of Lake Elmo. All Rights Powered by Reserved. CIVICSEND 3880 Laverne Ave. N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042