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Home My WebLink About04-17-26 The Fresh NewsletterTHE ITY OF LAKE ELMO Weekly News & Updates Friday, April 17, 2026 Lake Elmo City Hall Public Meetings Parks Commission Meeting Monday, April 20, 2026 - 6:30 p.m. City Council Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 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 La keelmo.gov/calendar. .[https://www.lakeelmo.gov/calendar]. How to Watch Watch online [https://www..youtube.com/(@CitvofLakeElm oMN/videos] or on cable television SCCTV [https://vod.scctv.org/internetchannel/? channel=101 Find meeting agendas and minutes at the City of Lake Elmo, MN [https://www.lakeelmo.gov agendacenterI 2026 Lake Elmo Roadwork and Construction Updates Minnesota's Other Season - Road Construction Welcome to Minnesota's other season —road construction ?, As roadwork ramps up across the community, we'll keep you informed on projects, timelines, and any impacts throughout the summer. Stay tuned for updates to help you plan ahead and travel safely! Road Projects: • Intersection of Trunk Highway 36 and Lake Elmo Avenue (County State Aid Highway 17) located in the Cities of Grant and Lake Elmo will begin construction this month, clearing trees around the highway. A preconstruction open house is set for May, and highway construction begins in June. This project will be ongoing through the fall of 2027. Visit Washington County's Road update here. • CSAH 14 (Stillwater Boulevard) will be closed to westbound traffic from 39th Street to Gorman's Restaurant. The anticipated start date of this work is May 26th and it will be in place for two months. The detour will be 39th Street to Lake Elmo Avenue. Now Hiring: Three Full -Time Fire Captains The City is excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as we hire three full-time Fire Captains. This is a key leadership role within the department, responsible for guiding personnel, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring a high level of service to the community. Fire Captains play a vital role in emergency response, training and development, and maintaining safety standards across all operations. We are seeking experienced, motivated professionals who are committed to leadership, teamwork, and public service. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership position and help shape the future of our fire department. Join our team and lead with integrity, professionalism, and dedication. Visit Lakeelmo.gov jobs.aspx [//Lakeelmo.gov jobs.aspx1 for full job details and application information. Mosquito Control Field Season Underway The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) has begun its field season. Residents may see trucks, helicopters, drones, and staff working in neighborhoods, parks, and wetlands. Field staff wear bright yellow safety vests and carry identification. As part of routine monitoring and treatment, they may enter properties without notice to check standing water and control mosquito populations. All work is conducted by trained professionals using methods safe for people, pets, and the environment. To learn more or report mosquito concerns, visit MMCD's website https://www.mmcd.org/] or contact their office directly. •� NWiAl National Work Zor Awareness Week CELEBRATE EARTH DAY 2026 • Lake Orrids Amual Arbor Day Tree Gwea" Sabrrck y April 25, 2026 National Workzone Awareness Week - April 20-24 As the official start of road construction, Monday marks the start of ATSSA's National Work Zone Awareness Week, an annual reminder that safe actions save lives! !� Did you know that over 100,000 crashes occur in work zones annually? Workers, commuters, and pedestrians are all affected. Let's keep roadway workers and each other safe. Your actions behind the wheel can be forever. When you see the orange cones, it's a sign to put down the phone and slow down. Because everyone deserves to make it home. #NWZAW #SafeWorkZonesForAll Celebrate Earth Day Celebrate Earth Day outdoors with Washington County Parks on Tuesday, April 22. In honor of the day, park entry fees will be waived - making it the perfect opportunity to explore county parks and trails and reconnect with the environment. Visit Washington County Parks webpage [https: washingtoncountymn.gov/493/Free -Admission-Days-in-the-Parks]for more information. #LakeElmoParkReserve #EarthDay Celebrate Arbor Day with Us Celebrate Arbor Day with us! Join the City of Lake Elmo at Public Works on Saturday, April 25 from 8-10 a.m. to receive a free tree. This annual Arbor Day Tree Giveaway is a City -sponsored event. Public Works Address: 3445 Ideal Ave. N. Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Must be a Lake Elmo resident to participate. Elmo's Pup Park Clean -Up Day After you pick up a tree Saturday at Public Works, meet us at Lake Elmo's Pup Park to help spruce up the park. Bring your work gloves, some scoops, extra bags, and community spirit as we work together to keep this favorite spot clean, safe, and enjoyable for all —both two -legged and four -legged visitors. Volunteers of all ages are welcome. It's a great way to give back, meet neighbors, and enjoy the outdoors. We hope to see you there! (photo credit Nick Narusiewicz) Elmo's Pup Park Saturday, April 25, 2026 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 4259 Jamaca Ave. N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Friends Group Forming for Schiltgen Park Meet up at the Schiltgen Park sign on Saturday, April 25th,10 am, if you are interested in working together as Friends of Schiltgen Park. We will talk a walk on the trails and pick up any loose garbage we see, so bring a garbage bag to help with the cleanup. Visit https://www.sminc-lake- elmo.org schiltgen-park .[https://www.sminc-lake- el mo.orgschiltgen-park] to learn more. Public Works is Hiring! Looking for a hands-on career where you can make a visible impact in your community? The City is currently hiring for Public Works positions! From maintaining streets and utilities to caring for parks and public spaces, our Public Works team plays a vital role in keeping the community safe, functional, and beautiful. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, and being part of a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply today. Visit Lake Elmo Jobs to learn more and apply. We also have an opportunity for a seasonal employee this summer. Visit Lakeel mo.gov jobs.aspx [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/Jobs.aspx]to learn more an apply. Nature Center / Bell Museum Mash -Up! Join us Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Sally Mazara Interpretive Nature Center for a Nature Center/Bell Museum mash -up. Enjoy hands-on science activities led by Bell Museum volunteers —free to attend (donations appreciated). We're also partnering with University of Minnesota Master Naturalists for the City Nature Challenge, featuring a live bioblitz at Sunfish Lake Park. Learn how to participate using the Naturalist app. Activities include Engineer a Bird Beak, Soil Cores, Rocket Engineers, Cloud Formation, and more. Visit Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center [https://sminc-lake-elmo.org] for more information. Utility Rate Adjustments Take Effect in April To support ongoing infrastructure and operations, the City Council approved utility rate adjustments effective in April: water rates will increase by 20%, sewer rates by 15%, and a stormwater service rate will be added at 8%. The average residential bill is expected to rise about 14%, or about $7 per month, based on typical usage. To streamline bill payments, you can register online to manage your account, set up autopay, make payments, or choose paperless billing. Just follow this link [https://bsoonline.com/SiteSearch/Advance dRecordSearch? advancedRecordSearchSessionGuid=46a5e 4e7-3c53-42c2-b1c0- aed6lc00d746&uid=3270] to the new Utility Billing Portal at BS&A. C'. Visit the Utility Rates page [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/226/Utility_ Rates]on the website to learn more. Shredded Paper Reminder Did you know shredded paper cannot be recycled in your curbside recycling bin. What can you do with it? Washington County hosts one -day collection events at Mahtomedi Middle School Ballfields April 25, and Lily Lake Ice Arena in Stillwater May 16 and you can get up to four boxes of shredded paper recycled there. See the Washington County One Day Collection events to learn more. .[https:/f www.washingtoncountymn.gov 194 2/One- Day -Col lection- Events] North Yard Waste Summer Hours Summer hours are now in effect for the North Yard Waste site. Leaves, grass clippings, brush, tree waste, and other plant materials are accepted from Washington County households. No Business waste. Visit WashCoRecycles.com/YardWaste .[http://www.washcorecycles.com/YardWast e ]. Irrigation Restrictions Continue This Year Now that spring is here, please remember the irrigation restrictions affecting The City of Lake Elmo will continue again this year. To learn more about zone schedules visit the website. .[https://www.lakeelmo.gov/261/Watering- Irrigation]. What Do My Taxes Pay For? The City Council adopted the 2026 Budget on December 16, 2025. City Finance staff Rom` 1.—.`y?".f^• 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/j City of Lake Elmo 13880 Laverne Ave. N. I Lake Elmo, MN 55042 [https://www.lakeelmo.gov]www.lakeelmo.gov .[https: / /www.la keel mo.gov]. f Share on Facebook y Share on Twitter ® Share via Email Copyright 2026 The City of Lake Elmo. All Rights Powered by Reserved. C CIVICSEND 3880 Laverne Ave. N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042