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4 Implementing Water Conservation Practices As the City of Hugo continues its efforts in local water conservation, water conservation projects that focus upon the reuse of stormwater have increased in popularity. In the fall of 2017, Water’s Edge completed the first phase of its water reuse project. The project focuses upon using stored stormwater for lawn irrigation. Within the first week of its installment, over 700,000 gallons of City water was saved. The same water reuse concept has been implemented within Beaver Ponds, Oneka Ridge Golf Course, Clearwater Cove, and Adelaide Landing with similar success. The City has also made adjustments to its municipal water rates. The highest water use rates are now applied to the largest users, which is required by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. By implementing these new rates, the City hopes that residents find ways to conserve the water that is available to them. Wasteful water use, such as irrigating excessively, will result in a substantial increase in your water bill. RECREATION PROGRAMS Forever Well The nearby Forest Lake YMCA offers options to get active and stay healthy to Hugo residents. The YMCA ForeverWell program encourages older adults to participate in physical activities to help maintain greater control of their health. An indoor track, a weekly walking club, Silver Sneakers group exercise classes, and an introductory orientation with fellow older adults are all included. Once you’re a ForeverWell member you can join in day long travel outings, book club meetings, paint classes and more! For more information, contact Mary Rivard, 651-747-0875 or mary.rivard@ymcamn.org. Story Hours Join Washington County Library for Story Time on the 2nd Monday of every month at 10:30 am. Each month there will be a different theme featuring stories, songs, finger plays, crafts and more to encourage the development of early literacy skills. Following the Storytime, stick around and check out books just like you do at the Hardwood Creek Library. September 10 Pirates At Hanifl Fields Athletic Park October 9 Costumes At Hanifl Fields Athletic Park November 12 Real Heroes At Hugo City Hall December 10 Penguins At Hugo City Hall January 14 Snow At Hugo City Hall Story Hour is suitable for toddlers to kindergarten age and caregivers. Siblings are always welcome! This program is free and hosted by Washington County Library. More information is available at https://www.washcolib.org/ Hugo Walking Memory Café A welcoming place for those with memory loss and their caregivers. The group will meet the 4th Wednesday of each month from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm at Rice Lake Centre at 6900 137th Street N. Memory Cafés are a safe place where people with a dementia diagnosis and their caregivers can learn about community resources, connect with others on a similar journey and enjoy time together in a relaxed atmosphere. Sign up by contacting Jenny West at 651.789.4015 or jwest@familymeans.org. Princess Party Join Washington County Library at Hugo City Hall for a special interactive storytime with the Snow Sisters on Saturday, November 3 at 10:30 am. The sisters will be sharing their snow story and will need the help of audience members to bring the story to life. Story- time will last approximately 30 minutes and there will be 30 mintues to take photos with the Snow Sisters afterwards. Children are invited to wear their favorite costume. All ages are welcome. No registration required. This program is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Senior Club Social, Informal, Friendly. All seniors are warmly welcome! The club regularly meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 1:00 pm for a brief meeting followed by games. There is an optional bag lunch on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month followed by games. On the 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 pm there is Cribbage. For more information, contact Barb at 651-429-0883. Washington County Open to Business Program In 2017, the Community Development Agency Board (CDA) approved an 18-month contract with Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD) to begin operating the Open to Business Program in Washington County. Open to Business is a great resource for small and emerging businesses in Washington County that may need support with business feasibility, planning, financing, licensing, and regulatory issues. For more information on the program go to: http://www.mccdmn.org/programs/open-to-business/ or contact: Tyler Hilsabeck at thilsabeck@mccdmn.org