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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-17-26 The Fresh Weekly NewsletterTHE ITY OF LAKE ELMO Weekly News & Updates I;tKE] Friday, July 17, 2026 Lake Elmo City Center Public Meetings Parks Commission Meeting Monday, July 20, 2026 - 6:30 p.m. City Council Meeting Tuesday, July 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 Lakeelmo.gov/calendar. [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/calendar]. How to Watch Watch online [https://www.youtube.com/aCitvofLakeElm 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 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 [:SAH l A tiM1l •. �M� .1-1... h -n ndov Hwy 36 Road Construction % a4W =i' Minnesota's Other Season - Road Construction Welcome to Minnesota's other season —road construction J4 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! UPDATE: CSAH 14 - Stillwater Blvd Westbound from 39th St. to Lake Elmo Ave. N. is now closed. • CSAH 14 (Stillwater Boulevard) is closed to westbound traffic from 39th Street to Lake Elmo Ave. N. (west of the elementary school). • Stillwater Boulevard is open to eastbound traffic only. All access points to side streets (Lake Elmo Avenue, Laverne Avenue, and Layton Avenue) are open to turn onto off Stillwater Boulevard. All residential and commercial driveways that access to Stillwater Boulevard are open during construction and accessible if traveling eastbound on Stillwater Boulevard. The work is expected to take approximately 3 months to complete (weather dependent). Please note that once construction begins on Stillwater Boulevard, all area businesses will remain open and accessible. we encourage residents and visitors to continue supporting our local businesses by following the posted detour routes and shopping, dining, and utilizing services throughout the construction period. HWY 36 & Lake Elmo Ave. Interchange Construction Update Highway 36 will be down to one lane in the westbound direction from 7 p.m. Friday, July 17 through Saturday morning between County Highway 15 (Manning Ave) and Keats Ave. During this closure, crews will pave the temporary road widening on the north side of westbound. This is necessary to accommodate two lanes of westbound and eastbound traffic on the westbound side of Highway 36. 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 LAKE ELMO Register for a Free Hands -Only " CPR Class on Aug. 8 HANDS -OILY CPR CLASSES The Lake Elmo Fire Department is offering a SAT. AUGUST 8 free Hands -Only CPR class on Saturday, F August 8, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This • educational session is designed to teach participants the basics of Hands -Only CPR and how to recognize and respond to a cardiac emergency. Registration Details • Cost: Free to attend • Certification: No certification is provided; these are strictly educational sessions. • Capacity: Limited to 20 participants per class. • How to Join: Please complete the CPR Class Request Form to register. Calling All Artists! The City of Lake Elmo is launching a new quarterly Public Art Program featuring rotating exhibits at Lake Elmo City Center. Local 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. https://www.lakeelmo.gov/463/Lake-Elmo- Public-Art-Display-Program VOTING OPTIONS In Minnesota you can vote early with an absentee ballot starting June 26, you can vote early by mail, in -person, vote from military, or abroad. Below are the Washington County locations to vote early in -person: The locations below will be open for in - person absentee voting before the Primary Election. The last day to vote early in person is Monday, August 10. • Central Service and License Center 1261 Woodlane Dr., Woodbury MN 55125 Mon -Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • Cottage Grove Service Center 13000 Ravine Parkway, Cottage Grove MN 55016 Mon -Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • Forest Lake Service and License Center 19955 Forest Road N, Forest Lake MN 55025 Mon -Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • Stillwater Government Center 14949 62nd Street N, Stillwater MN 55082 Mon -Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. To vote by mail, apply for an absentee ballot to be mailed to you: visit MNVOTES.GOV [https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections- voting other-ways-to-vote/vote-early=by_ You do not need to be registered to apply. Primary Election Day Updated Precinct Locations: • City Center- 3880 Laverne Avenue N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 • *New this year - Rockpoint Church - 5825 Kelvin Avenue N., Lake Elmo, MN 55042 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. See what's on your ballot: Visit Elections and Voting at the MN Secretary of State website. [https://www.sos.mn.gov/elections- voting/whats-on-my-ballot ]. Visit Lake Elmo's website [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/175/Elections] for updated precinct information, including maps and polling locations. Around Town Mark Your Calendars Summer in Lake Elmo is full of traditions that bring residents together to celebrate our community. 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. On Monday, Sept.28, Lake Elmo Fire Department will host its' annual open House. More details to come! Lake Elmo Farmer's Market is Open for the Season! The Lake Elmo Farmers Market has moved to its new home at the Washington County Fairgrounds! Stop by Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., now through Oct.17, to shop fresh, locally grown produce, delicious baked goods, handcrafted items, and more while supporting local vendors. It's a great way to enjoy the season and connect with the community. Give Blood, Save Lives The American Red Cross will host a community blood drive on Friday, July 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Thrive HQ, 3511 Lake Elmo Ave. N. Donating blood is a simple way to make a lifesaving difference —appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome as availability allows. Registration: https://www.redcrossbIood.orgLgive.htmI/dri ve-results? order=DATE&range=l0&zipSponsor=Thrive [https://www.redcrossblood.orgigive.htmi/d rive -results? order=DATE&range=l0&zipSponsor= Thrive ], Or www.redcrossblood.org [httpJ/www.redcrossblood.org/], keyword "Thrive". Colonial Crafts at sally Manzara Join us on Saturday, July 18th, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a demonstration of colonial crafts —Colonial Crafts @ the SMINC! We will have several stations throughout the center, each staffed by dedicated volunteers who will demonstrate various graft projects from a bygone time. We'll have sewing demos, cooking demos, old fashioned games. Ever wonder how kids entertained themselves before screens? Come find out! This is a free event, and fun for the whole family. ess ,pk4,,.��� ChangePlastic- MatterJuly: : One Small ¢ Plastic -Free July is a great reminder that small choices can make a big impact. Instead of trying to eliminate all plastic, V S5°1� �s choose just one item to replace this month— such as bringing a reusable shopping bag to the store, using a refillable water bottle, skipping straws, or using a takeaway coffee cup. Around the world, Plastic Free July participants help prevent an estimated 290,000 tonnes of plastic from being used each year. Your one small change can be part of something much bigger. You can learn more or take the challenge here Plastic Free July - Be Part of the Plastic Pollution solution https: www.plasticfreejuly.orgf ]. Save Money on Your Water Bill In partnership with the Metropolitan Council f (Met Council) the City of Lake Elmo is i .,,. offering a rebate program for purchases of Y 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 [http-s://www.Iakeelmo.gov/225/Water- Rebate- Prog ram lon the website for guidelines, restrictions, and a list of qualifying items. Irrigation Restrictions Continue This Year The city of Lake Elmo has implemented watering restrictions as part of its city code to help maintain water tower levels during the hottest times of the year in preparation for emergency responses. Watering is permitted only on your designated day, from 12:01 am to 5 am and again from 5 pm to 11:59 pm, without extending overnight into the following day. To learn more about zone schedules visit the website. Lhttps://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. [https://www.lakeelmo.gov/230/Prop-arty- Tax-Calculatorl. If you need to search your property, you can view the Washington County Property Tax Search here. [https://mn- washington.publicaccessnow.com/j 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] The Fresh Communications Policy Community organizations with information related to City business are invited to submit one newsworthy announcement or upcoming event for consideration in The Fresh each week. To learn more about the City's communications, visit the website: h ttps. lwww.lakeelmo.go v/298/Communications [https, www.lakeelmo.gov/298/CommunicationsI City of Lake Elmo 13880 Laverne Ave. N. I Lake Elmo, MN 55042 [https://www.lakeelmo.govlwww.lakeelmo.gov [https://www.lakeelmo.gov Copyright 2026 The City of Lake Elmo. All Rights Powered by Reserved. (T CIVICSENd 3880 Laverne Ave. N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042