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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-22-26 The Fresh NewsletterTHE ITY OF LAKE ELMO Weekly News & Updates Friday, May 22, 2026 Lake Elmo City Center Public Meetings __— Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED Tuesday, May 26, 2026 - 6:30 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. [tt—tps://www.lakeelmo.gov/calendarI How to Watch Watch online [jittps://www.youtube.com/aCitvofLakeElm oMN/videos] or on cable television SCCTV [bttps://vod.scctv.org/internetchannel/? channel=101, Find meeting agendas and minutes at the City of Lake Elmo, MN [tt--tps://www.lakeelmo.gov agendacenter]. *Please Note: Beginning the week of Memorial Day and continuing through Labor Day, Lake Elmo City Center's business hours will be: SUMMER HOURS Monday -Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Friday - 8:00 AM - Noon 2026 Lake Elmo Roadwork and Construction Updates -. C-w� D stillYYvvater Boglevard CanstructtliIQ Minnesota's Other Season - Road Construction Welcome to Minnesota's other season —road construction ii 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! CSAH 14 - Stillwater Blvd Closure Westbound from 39th St. to Lake Elmo Ave. N. Begins May 26 The City of Lake Elmo has retained Miller Excavating to replace an existing section of water main that is failing along Stillwater Boulevard (CSAH 14). • CSAH 14 (Stillwater Boulevard) will be closed to westbound traffic from 39th Street to Lake Elmo Ave. N. (west of the elementary school). • The anticipated start date of this work is May 26th, and it will be in place for two months. • Stillwater Boulevard will be eastbound traffic only. All access points to side streets (Lake Elmo Avenue, Laverne Avenue, and Layton Avenue) will be open to turn onto off Stillwater Boulevard. • All residential and commercial driveways that access to Stillwater Boulevard will be open during construction and accessible if traveling eastbound on Stillwater Boulevard. The work is expected to take approximately 2 months to complete (weather dependent). HWY 36 & Lake Elmo Avenue Project Updates The construction phase of the Hwy 36 and Lake Elmo Avenue project will begin in June. The project is expected to last through the fall of 2027. Access to and from Highway 36 at Lake Elmo Avenue will be closed during construction, and two lanes of traffic in each direction on Highway 36 will stay open and will be separated by concrete barriers. Access to homes and businesses will stay open as much as possible, but there may be short temporary closures. Property owners will be notified ahead of time about any closures. People in the area may notice extra noise and dust during construction. We appreciate your patience and will do our best to reduce disruptions. Follow this HWY 36 project here. [https: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/9519d bdf93294a3a84fbldbc02dbc361 ] Lake Elmo 2026 Street and Utility Improvement Project The 2026 Street and Utility Improvement project is underway. The project includes roadway work on portions of 26th Street North, 27th Street North, Imperial Avenue North, Innsdale Avenue North, and Inwood Avenue North. Improvements will include reclaiming and repaving streets, adding concrete curb and gutter, and repairing or extending storm sewer systems where needed. No street widening or major roadway layout changes are planned. "No Parking" signs will also be added in accordance with City policy. Stay up to date on street project schedules, timelines, and construction details here. [https://clients.bolton- menk.com/lakeelmostreets2026/] City Business "C'.0I1IAL DAY REMLEM 3ER City offices closed Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day City offices in Lake Elmo will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26. The City honors and remembers those who have served and sacrificed for our country. Lake Elmo Launches Public Art Program The City of Lake Elmo is launching a new quarterly Public Art Program featuring rotating exhibits at Lake Elmo City Center. Local and regional artists, including high school artists, are encouraged to apply and showcase their work in a public setting. The program celebrates creativity and brings local art to the community year- round. Learn more about the program and apply on the website. [jittps://www.lakeelmo.gov/463/Lake-Elmo- Public-Art-Display-Program]. City Council passes amendment to the City Code to Allow Short -Term Rental Properties The City Council passed the amendment to Title 105 of the City Code, which governs zoning regulations related to short-term rental properties Tuesday. Short -Term Rental Property City Code, Section 105.12.500, allows a home within the city to be rented on a short-term basis, 30 days or less, with appropriate licensing. The City allows a limited number of Short - Term Rental (STR) licenses to help balance neighborhood character, housing availability, and visitor accommodations. You can learn more about Short -Term Rentals on the website [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/457/Short- Term-Rentals] here. Annual Water Brochure is in the Mail! The City of Lake Elmo's annual Water Report will be arriving in mailboxes this week. This yearly report provides important information about the City's drinking water, irrigation rules, water rebate program, and more. Visit la keel mo.gov/wate r [//lakeelmo.gov water], to view online. MPCA Releases Project 1007 2026 Feasibility Study The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has posted the results of the Project 1007 feasibility study related to PFAS treatment and long-term drinking water 4 11 solutions. The study evaluated potential options for addressing PFAS contamination and helping protect public health and water quality for affected communities. Residents can review the study findings and learn more about ongoing PFAS response efforts through the MPCA's Project 1007 webpage. [https://3msettlement.state.mn.us/projects project-1007] Lake Elmo Fire Department to Offer Hands -Only CPR Training The Lake Elmo Fire Department is offering free Hands -Only CPR training for residents and business owners. Participants will learn two simple steps that can help save a life: call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest. Dates: June 6, August 8, October 10 Learn more and register here: CPR Class Request Form on the website [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/301/CPR- Training], Questions? Call 651-747-3904. Please note: At this time, no dates have been confirmed for Heartsaver CPRIAEDIFirst Aid or Basic Life Support (BLS) sessions. New Polling Location for Primary Elections Heads Up, Lake Elmo Voters! Precincts and polling locations have changed ahead of the August Primary Election. Now is a great time to check your voter registration and polling place. Updated Precinct Locations: • City Center - 3880 Laverne Avenue N • *New this year - Rockpoint Church - 5825 Kelvin Avenue N Absentee Voting: Early voting begins Friday, June 26. Visit MNVOTES.GOV [https://www.mnvotes.gavlto learn more about absentee ballots and early voting. Check your polling location: Visit the Minnesota Secretary of State's website [httpJ/mnvotes.gov]or contact Lake Elmo City Hall to confirm your assigned polling place. (Please note, we do not control when the upcoming election information is loaded on the Secretary of State's website; it may be too early for the primary election to be active in the system.) Visit our elections page [j2ttps://www.lakeelmo.gov/175/Elections],on the website for updates this summer. Around Town Mark Your Calendars Summer in Lake Elmo is full of traditions that bring residents together to celebrate our community. Families can look forward to the beloved 4th of July Kids Parade, where children decorate bikes, wagons, and strollers for a festive morning celebration. On Tuesday, August 4th, Lake Elmo Night Out returns and offers an evening of connection with neighbors, first responders, and family -friendly activities. The 100th Anniversary Celebration last fall was so popular, City Council has approved a plan to host an annual street dance and food truck celebration, which will take place Saturday, September 12, in downtown Lake Elmo. More details to come! Little Explorers Summer Camp Begins June 1 Our first summer camp program is almost here! Little Explorers: Into the Woods takes place Monday, June 1, from 10-11:30 a.m. Kids will enjoy hands-on nature play with sticks through exploring, building, and sorting activities. Little Explorers is designed for families with children ages 1-5 to experience nature together. Sessions include a guided activity followed by open play time. Cost is $8 per child (under 1 free). Space is limited to 30 children per session, and spots are filling quickly. View the full schedule and register on our website! Learn more at SMINC. [https://sminc-lake- elmo.org11 15th Annual "More than a Plant Sale" Landscape Revival Nature Plant Expo Join Landscape Revival on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for their annual Plant Sale and Expo at Rockpoint Church in Lake Elmo. Shop a wide selection of Minnesota native plants from local growers and connect with conservation and restoration groups offering tips on pollinator -friendly planting that supports wildlife and water quality. Learn more at the St. Paul Birding Alliance here St. Paul Birding Alliance Plant Sale Lhttp://Tin.y.cc/LR261. Save Money on Your Water Bill In partnership with the Metropolitan Council (Met Council) the City of Lake Elmo is offering a rebate program for purchases of eligible water -efficient products. This funding has enabled Lake Elmo to provide a rebate to current water customers who replace existing devices with specified water -efficient products, or who have an irrigation system audit completed by a professional. Qualifying purchases are eligible for a rebate on your water bill. These credits range from $150 to $500, dependent on your rebate type. Go to the Water Rebate Program page [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/225/Water- Rebate-Program]on the website for guidelines, restrictions, and a list of qualifying items. 4r, - Food Scraps Program Did you know 20% of our trash is wasted WRP food? You can recycle your food scraps at omhome through the Food Scraps Program. [https://foodscrapspickup.com ] The Food Scraps Pickup Program is a new way for residents of Ramsey and Washington counties to recycle food scraps from home for free! Watch the video here [tttps://foodscrapapickup.com/? _g1=1*5jwmgo* gcl au*MTQ1Mj15MzAyMAxN zcONTM4ODg4* ga*Nj! zMjAINzMzLjE3NTgxMj YONDU.* ga PTZ28Q6VZZ*czE3NzkONjA4NTYk bzE2JGcxJHQxNzc5NDYyMjMwJGoxMyRsMCR oMA..]about the journey of food scraps from your home to the compost dirt market. 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. [!2ttps://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 ' 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. [!2ttps://www.lakeelmo.gov/230/Proparty- Tax-Calculator], If you need to search your property, you can view the Washington County Property Tax Search here. lhttps://mn- washington.publicaccessnow.com/I Volunteer, Connect, Get Involved! Looking to get more involved in the community? Lake Elmo's local organizations offer great opportunities to volunteer, connect with neighbors, support local causes, and take part in community events and activities. Whether you're new to the area or a lifelong resident, these groups help make Lake Elmo a welcoming and vibrant place to live. Learn more about Lake Elmo's Community Organizations here. [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/316/Community-Organizations]. City of Lake Elmo 13880 Laverne Ave. N. I Lake Elmo, MN 55042 [https://www.lakeeImo.govIwww.lakeelmo.gov [https://www.lakeelmo.gov], Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via Email Copyright 2026 The City of Lake Elmo. All Rights Powered by Reserved. q CIVICSEND 3880 Laverne Ave. N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042