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Home My WebLink About2025 Spring NewsletterLetter from the Mayor As I begin my twelfth year as your Mayor, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the community that has developed due to volunteers coming together. Hugo would not be the place it is today without the work of residents who volunteer their time to contribute to their community, and I’d like to highlight a few organizations involved in this important work. The City Council has worked to maintain a close relationship with our community organizations that share our vision of making Hugo a fantastic place to live, work, and play. First, I’d like to mention the Hugo chapter of the Yellow Ribbon Network, who are celebrating their 15th Anniversary this year! The Yellow Ribbon Network connects local government units, schools, law enforcement, social services, churches, civic and volunteer organizations to support military families during deployment. The Hugo chapter of the Yellow Ribbon Network hosts several community events including Burger Night – a fundraiser to support military families every fourth Monday of the month at the Hugo American Legion, and the Welcome Home Pheasant Hunt, which takes members of the Minnesota National Guard on a guided hunt upon return from overseas deployment. The Hugo Yellow Ribbon Network is always looking for new volunteers; please contact chair Chuck Haas at Charles.haas27@ gmail.com for more information. Next, I’d like to highlight a community organization that plays a vital role for many in Hugo, the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf (HGNFS). The food shelf’s mission is to “provide food to families or individuals in need while maintaining their dignity.” In 2024, the food shelf participated in the Minnesota FoodShare program, which connects HGNFS with organizations across the state to ensure that service is consistent to those in need. The food shelf’s needs will grow as the community continues to grow. (cont’d on next page) SPRING2025 In this issue... Mayor Weidt Recognizes Community Organizations .........1-2 Become A Volunteer Commissioner.... ............................2 Meet Sergeant Wieland .................3 Juvenile Curfews ...........................3 Community Impact Unit ...............3 Public Works ..................................4 Disposable Wipes Issues................4 Spring Cleanup Day Info ...............5 Oneka Park Improvements ............6 Family Rock! Concert ....................6 Kidz N Biz Event ...........................6 City Facilities Rental ......................7 Street Improvement Projects .........8 Good Neighbor Days Return .........9 North Environmental Center .......10 Fire Chief Compton Updates .......11 Shred It & Forget It ......................12 Code Red Sign-Up ......................12 Hugo City Hall 14669 Fitzgerald Avenue North Hugo, MN 55038 651-762-6300 • www.ci.hugo.mn.us Fire Department 651-762-6362 Washington County Sheriff’s Office 911 • Non-emergency: 651-439-9381 Public Works 651-762-6301 If you have a question you would like to ask the Mayor, send it to info@ci.hugo.mn.us Your question could be featured in the next newsletter! The City Council works closely with community organizations who help make Hugo a fantastic place to live, work, and play. Letter from the Mayor (cont’d) The food shelf is grateful to receive donations of canned and packaged goods, but taking the step to volunteer makes a large impact. Volunteers can help out in a wide variety of ways, from stocking shelves, managing inventory, helping clients with shopping, packing grocery bags, and helping out with special events throughout the year. To find out how you donate to the food shelf, or volunteer, visit hugofoodshelf.org/get-involved. Finally, I’d like to highlight the Hugo Lions Club, who are behind several community events that bring the City together. Recently the Hugo Lions cele- brated their 50th Anniversary, marking a half-century of volunteers who have put their time back into the community. The Hugo Lions are often seen at one of the many events they host throughout the year, such as the Golf Scramble, the Senior Dinner, the Ice Fishing Contest, or collecting donations of eyeglass- es. These events raise funds to support multiple causes throughout the com- munity, and 100% of funds are put back into the community. The Lions’ biggest event of the year was extra special in 2024; Good Neighbor Days returned to the newly redesigned Lions Volunteer Park. The park redesign was led by a group of volunteer residents of Hugo over a period of 10 years, and the park’s renaming from Lions Park to Lions Volunteer Park reflects the effort of Hugo’s volunteers in the park’s reconstruction. A large focus of the redesign was to create a park better suited to host festival-style events, like Good Neighbor Days. The return of Good Neighbor Days to Lions Volunteer Park was a success by many accounts, bringing Hugo residents together in their new destination community space. I’m already looking forward to Good Neighbor Days this summer, which will be at Lions Volunteer Park from June 6-8, 2025. For more information on the Hugo Lions Club and to find out how you can volunteer, visit goodneighbordays.com Numerous volunteer organizations have contributed to building this sense of community, beyond the three organizations that I’ve mentioned. The City Website has a list of community organizations that make Hugo a fantastic place to live. However, a letter about volunteers in Hugo wouldn’t be complete without a highlight of those who serve on City Commissions. Volunteering for a City Commission is an excellent way to be involved in local government. The City is always looking for new volunteers to serve, and three Commissions currently have vacancies. If you have ever been curious about local government, or would like to be more involved with the City, please consider applying to serve on a City Commission. Tom Weidt, Mayor 2 GET INVOLVED! The City of Hugo is looking for new Volunteers to serve on City commissions! The following commissions currently have vacancies: Economic Development Authority Commissioner Term expiring 12/31/28 Alternate Commissioner Term expiring 12/31/26 Planning Commission Alternate Commissioner Term expiring 12/31/27 Historical Commission Associate Member Two-year terms Two positions available Any Hugo resident is welcome to apply. Visit the City website at https://www.ci.hugo.mn.us/ jobs volunteer or contact City Clerk Michele Lindau at 651-762-6315 for more information or to apply. TUNE INTOGovernment Channel 16 Follow Community Updates and watch City Meetings From summer through the end of 2024, Hugo experienced several incidents of what is called the TikTok door-kick challenge, usually perpetrated by teens who record themselves trying to kick in people’s front doors, then running away — a variation on the old ding-dong ditch prank. However, this version often causes substantial property damage to doors and door frames, and many times the prank- sters are filmed on doorbell cameras. “The damage these types of actions can cause are significant and the risk of some- one getting hurt during it is real. Kicking in someone’s door is a serious crime, and the deputies are working hard to help prevent them from occurring,” said Chief Deputy Doug Anschutz. Since these usually occur late at night, any teens or juve- niles who might be identified while attempting the door-kick challenge would be subject not only to charges on vandal- ism and property damage, but also for curfew violation. Except in emergencies, it is unlawful for juveniles to be unaccompanied by an adult in any public place or establishment within the county. ANYONE AGE 15-16 ANYONE AGE 12-14 ANYONE YOUGER THAN 12 3 Meet the new Hugo Sergeant! Please welcome Sergeant Matt Wieland, who was assigned to Hugo at the beginning of 2025. Sgt. Wieland assumes the responsibilities that were previously held by Sgt. Joe Zerwas, who was recently selected to be a sergeant in the Investigations Division. Sgt. Wieland, who has been with WCSO since 2001, previously led the Special Services Division, where he was responsible for supervising the Sheriff’s Office fleet operations, with well over 100 vehicles, boats, ATVs and other important equipment. In addition to his fleet duties, he also oversaw the Civil and Evidence units. Through the years, his other positions have included patrol deputy, Lake Elmo contract deputy, canine handler, Explorer adviser and Patrol ser- geant. Sgt. Wieland spends most of his free time getting his three kids to their athletic activities, which include tennis, track and hockey. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office kicked off 2025 by introducing its new Com- munity Impact Unit (CIU). The countywide patrol unit’s leader, veteran WCSO Sgt. Joe Stoehr, explained that planning for CIU began in 2024, when the Sheriff’s Office was explor- ing ways to address the many quality-of-life type of complaints it receives. By combining the Special investigations Unit with the Spe- cial Enforcement Team, Sgt. Stoehr and the team hope to bring a more concentrated and efficient approach to street-level community concerns such as speeding and other traffic safety issues, as well as other everyday issues ranging from barking dogs to junk houses. “We can be more consistent and come up with more creative solutions in addressing things,” Sgt. Stoehr said, like working directly with residents and property owners or coor- dinating discussions between residents and city staff. In its first several weeks, CIU conducted speed saturations, coordinated an apprehen- sion in St. Paul and assisted with a violent incident in Scandia in a moving vehicle. After initiating a traffic stop where the driver fled, CIU arrested a person with active warrants for felony threats of violence, gross misdemeanor domestic assault and felony fleeing police. CIU has four dedicated patrol officers and specially marked squads, so keep an eye out for them. Unlike the usual brown Sher- iff’s squads, the CIU squads are black with special ghost graphics to remain low-profile. While CIU deputies will be working across the county, current patrol deputies will con- tinue their work in specific communities and that coverage won’t change. Be sure to follow the WCSO Facebook page, where we’ll be posting updates on CIUs efforts! SHERIFF’S REPORT UNDERSTANDING JUVENILE CURFEWS “Curfews have several purposes, including to help prevent juveniles from committing crimes but also to help prevent them from being victimized themselves.” New Unit Has a Fast Start January totals: 242 traffic stops, 109 citations and 18 arrests. Washington County ordinance considers anyone younger than 17 to be a juvenile. Sunday through Thursday 11 pm - 5 am the following day Saturday - Sunday 12:01 am - 5 am Sunday through Thursday 10 pm to 5 am the following day Friday - Saturday 11 pm - 5am Saturday to Sunday Sunday through Thursday 9 pm - 5 am the following day Friday - Saturday 10 pm - 5 am Saturday to Sunday 4 A WORD FROM PUBLIC WORKS Hydrant Flushing Starting as early as April 14th, weather dependent As part of many other spring projects, the Public Works Department will be flushing hydrants. It is expected to take about two weeks to complete all hydrants. Flushing purges rust and stagnant water from the distribution system and identifies hydrants in need of maintenance. Some resi- dents may receive rust colored water that could stain laundry. During this time, please check that water coming into the house is clear and let the tap water run, if necessary. Prevent Stormwater Pollution Report Illicit Discharges An illicit discharge is an unlawful act of disposing, dumping, spilling, emitting or other discharge of any substance other than stormwater into the streets, gutters, ditches, and ponds that make up our stormwater drainage system, or directly into streams or lakes themselves. As a community member, you play a large part in identifying and reducing illicit discharges in our community. What can you do about illicit discharges? If you see anyone discharging any material other than rainwa- ter in roadside ditches or storm drains, please report it to Pub- lic Works at 651-762-6301. For potentially hazardous materials and petroleum spills, call 9-1-1 FIRST when there is an imme- diate threat to life or property. We need your help! Disposable wipes cause major problems when flushed down toilets. Because they don’t break down the way toilet paper does, these wipes clog homeowner and municipal sewer pipes, put stress on community wastewater collection equipment, and cause cities to spend thousands of dollars on premature equipment repair and replacement. Your help in this matter is greatly appreciated by your Public Works Department! DISPOSABLE WIPES Although many brands of disposable wipes are labeled “flushable,” please do not flush them! 5 Pet Waste Ordinance No. 2023-520 Sec 10-38 Pollutants from improperly disposed pet waste may be washed into storm sewers by rain or melting snow. When pet waste is washed into lakes or streams the waste decays, using up oxygen and sometimes releasing ammonia. Low oxygen levels and ammonia combined with warm temperatures can kill fish. Most impor- tantly, pet waste carries diseases which make water unsafe for swimming and drinking. Pet wastes may not be the largest or most toxic pollutant in urban waterways, but it is one of the many little sources of pollution that add up to a big problem. Fortunately there are some things we can all do to help keep our water clean. It’s pet owner’s responsibility to “scoop the poop” but it’s a small price to pay to protect our water quality. Grass Clippings The City maintains many stormwater ponds, control structures, ditches, and wetlands. We ask residents to help us keep these fea- tures in good condition, please do not blow grass clippings into the roadways or stormwater ponds. These clippings decompose and turn into phosphorus which causes algae blooms in the ponds. If you live on a stormwater feature and you notice a structure is plugged please call (651) 762-6301 so maintenance crews can remove the obstruction. Watering Restrictions What Are They? Property owners within the City using water from the municipal water system may only water lawns, trees or other vegetation on an odd-even basis. Property addresses which end in an odd number may only water on odd calendar days. Property addresses which end in an even number may only water on even calendar days. An exemption from the odd-even restriction of up to 30 days is available for new sod, seed, or plantings. You may call Hugo City Hall at (651) 762-6300 to be added to a 30-day exemption list. Lawn Damage Snowplow damage to lawns occasionally happens during a snow event. Any damage that occurs from City plow equipment will be repaired by Public Works once the frost is gone and yards have dried sufficiently. Repairs will include laying black dirt and hydroseeding. If you noticed any lawn damage throughout the winter, please call Public Works at 651-762-6301, so we can add you to the list. After Public Works has performed the repair, please continue to water the area so that the seed can properly establish. Although many brands of disposable wipes are labeled “flushable,” please do not flush them! Hugo Cleanup Day Saturday, April 26 · 8 am – Noon Hugo Public Works Building 8220 140th Street Location Questions? Call the Hugo Public Works at 651-762-6301 The City’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan will be available for comment at this event. Cash (small bills) or checks only. Please make payable to City of Hugo. (Proportional rates may be applied to partial loads and overloaded trucks) Car load of trash $10 and up Pickup load of trash $30 and up Trailer load of trash $35 and up Lawn mower (Push) $15/unit Lawn mower (Rider) $30/unit Household appliance $25/unit Commercial appliance $75 and up Air conditioner $30/unit Water softener $25/unit Mattress or box spring $30/unit Upholstered furniture $35/each Carpet $1/yard Bicycle with tires $5/each Bicycle without tires FREE Scrap metal FREE Tires $2.50 and up Spring 2025 Drop-off Items for Hugo residents only Drop-off Procedures •See attendant for fees. •Follow attendants directions for location for your waste by type. REMINDERS Hazardous waste and electronics will be collected at Washington County's NEW North Environmental Center. See page ____ for more! There will NOT be a second City cleanup event in fall 2024. SPRING 2025 City Cleanup Day Public Works Building Saturday, April 26th 8 AM – Noon Residents can bring trash and certain household items for disposal. For details on items accepted and pricing, visit ci.hugo.mn.us/cleanup. Hazardous waste and electronics will not be collected at Cleanup Day, but can instead be taken to Washington County’s NEW North Environmental Center. See page 10 for details. 6 PARKS & RECREATION Oneka Lake Park Improvements The Parks Commission has been proposing improvements to Oneka Lake Park as the neighborhood park project for 2025, including removing and replacing old playground equipment and repainting the picnic shelter. The Parks Commission will hold a neighborhood meeting on April 16 at 7:00 PM at the Peder Pedersen Pavilion. Residents are invited to help select the new playground and share their feedback on the park improvements. Family ROCK! Concert Friday, July 11 | 6:00 pm Peder Pedersen Pavilion Lions Volunteer Park A festive, high-energy way to spend time with each other and with music. Local kindierocker Aric Bieganek of the Royal Order of Chords and Keys (R.O.C.K.) will lead you through a fun program of song and dance featuring original songs and rock and roll takes on classic children’s music. Geared toward families with 0–5-year-old kids, this experience is fun for the whole family. Epic dance parties and sing-a-longs are guaranteed, complete with egg shakers, scarves, parachutes, and bubble time to tunes that even the grown-ups will enjoy! Let’s ROCK! Sponsored by Washington County Library and funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. A free family-friendly event hosted by the Hugo Business Association. Local businesses are coming together to provide activities and prizes for kids of all ages! There will be face-painting, bouncy houses, stage performers, tons of raffle prizes and more! KIDZ N BIZAPRIL 12, 2025 Oneka Elementary | 9 AM - Noon 7 Residents can book up to a year in advance and receive discounted rates over non-residents. To make your reservation, please go to https://www.ci.hugo.mn.us/facility_rentals Hanifl Gathering Room 8 Tables and 40 Chairs, Servery Oneka Room at Hugo City Hall 20 Tables and 100 Chairs Peder Pedersen Pavilion 20 Tables and 136 Chairs, Servery, and 10 seat Conference Room CITY FACILITY RENTALS Hugo has four public facilities available for rent for graduation parties, birthdays, and more. Rice LakeCentre 14 Tables and 95 Chairs 8 Project Scope: The 2025 Street Improvement Project consists of a roadway reclamation/overlay project within the Duck Pass Neighborhood, Palmes Long Lake Estates Neighborhood and Ingersoll Avenue north of County Rd 7. Project Scope: • Recycling the Existing Pavement as a Roadway Base • Minor Subgrade Corrections as Needed • Minor Grading • Minor Storm Sewer and Drainage Improvements • Storm Water Management Improvements • New Asphalt Pavement Surface Project Scope: The Beaver Ponds Street Improvement Project consists of partial reconstruction of 129th Street, 128th Street, 128th Street Court, 128th Alcove, 127th Street, 126th Street, Flay Road, Fiona Road, Ferrara Avenue, Ferrara Drive, Fondant Trail, Foxhill Avenue and Foxhill Circle all within the Beaver Ponds Neighborhood. Project Scope: • Mill and Overlay the Top 2” of Pavement • Subgrade Correction as Needed • Partial Repair/Replacement of Concrete Curb and Gutter • Minor Storm Sewer Improvements • Trail Reconstruction • Paving of New Roadway Section • Remove and Replace Deficient Sanitary Sewer Casting and Manhole Lids The construction is anticipated to start in June. Please check the City of Hugo’s website for project updates. 2025 BEAVER PONDSSTREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT STREET IMPROVEMENTPROJECT 9 2025 HUGO GOOD NEIGHBOR DAYS JUNE 6-8, 2025 Live Music Carnival Ribfest Parade Cornhole Fireworks Talent Show Food Trucks Craft Market Lions Volunteer Park Free Shuttles Friday & Saturday Hugo Lions Club goodneighbordays.com 6065 Headwaters Pkwy. | Forest Lake, MNVisit the Free Product Room, drop off hazardous materials, electronics, recyclables, and more!North Environmental CenterNOW OPEN Visit WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter or call 651-275-7475 learn more. 12/24 Drop It Off at an Environmental Center HAZARDOUS MATERIALS | ELECTRONICS RECYCLABLES | FOOD SCRAPS Scan for more information WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter 651-275-7475 Locations and Hours Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper. Stay in the KNOW. Subcribe today! Sign up to recieve email updates on environmental service and events by visting WashCoRecycles.com/Subscribe. Or stay updated by following us on Facebook! North Environmental Center South Environmental Center Tuesday Thursday Friday Saturday Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday 4039 Cottage Grove Dr. Woodbury, MN 55129 651-275-7475 651-275-7475 6065 Headwaters Pkwy. Forest Lake, MN 55025 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed on all county-observed holidays. Open to residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Scott counties. To find drop-off procedures and more, visit WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter. 12/24 Drop It Off at an Environmental Center HAZARDOUS MATERIALS | ELECTRONICS RECYCLABLES | FOOD SCRAPS Scan for more information WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter 651-275-7475 Locations and Hours Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper. Stay in the KNOW. Subcribe today! Sign up to recieve email updates on environmental service and events by visting WashCoRecycles.com/Subscribe. Or stay updated by following us on Facebook! North Environmental Center South Environmental Center Tuesday Thursday Friday Saturday Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday 4039 Cottage Grove Dr. Woodbury, MN 55129 651-275-7475 651-275-7475 6065 Headwaters Pkwy. Forest Lake, MN 55025 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed on all county-observed holidays. Open to residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Scott counties. To find drop-off procedures and more, visit WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter. 12/24 Drop It Off at an Environmental Center HAZARDOUS MATERIALS | ELECTRONICS RECYCLABLES | FOOD SCRAPS Scan for more information WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter 651-275-7475 Locations and Hours Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper. Stay in the KNOW. Subcribe today! Sign up to recieve email updates on environmental service and events by visting WashCoRecycles.com/Subscribe. Or stay updated by following us on Facebook! North Environmental Center South Environmental Center Tuesday Thursday Friday Saturday Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday 4039 Cottage Grove Dr. Woodbury, MN 55129 651-275-7475 651-275-7475 6065 Headwaters Pkwy. Forest Lake, MN 55025 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed on all county-observed holidays. Open to residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Scott counties. To find drop-off procedures and more, visit WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter. 12/24 Drop It Off at an Environmental Center HAZARDOUS MATERIALS | ELECTRONICS RECYCLABLES | FOOD SCRAPS Scan for more information WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter 651-275-7475 Locations and Hours Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper. Stay in the KNOW. Subcribe today! Sign up to recieve email updates on environmental service and events by visting WashCoRecycles.com/Subscribe. Or stay updated by following us on Facebook! North Environmental Center South Environmental Center Tuesday Thursday Friday Saturday Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday 4039 Cottage Grove Dr. Woodbury, MN 55129 651-275-7475 651-275-7475 6065 Headwaters Pkwy. Forest Lake, MN 55025 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed on all county-observed holidays. Open to residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Scott counties. To find drop-off procedures and more, visit WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter. 12/24 Drop It Offat an Environmental Center HAZARDOUS MATERIALS | ELECTRONICS RECYCLABLES | FOOD SCRAPS Scan for more information WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter 651-275-7475 Locations and Hours Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper. Stay in the KNOW. Subcribe today! Sign up to recieve email updates on environmental service and events by visting WashCoRecycles.com/Subscribe. Or stay updated by following us on Facebook! North Environmental Center South Environmental Center Tuesday Thursday Friday Saturday Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday 4039 Cottage Grove Dr. Woodbury, MN 55129 651-275-7475 651-275-7475 6065 Headwaters Pkwy. Forest Lake, MN 55025 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Closed on all county-observed holidays. Open to residents of Washington, Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Scott counties. To find drop-off procedures and more, visit WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter. Meet Our New Firefighters The Hugo Fire Department would like to welcome our newest probationary firefighters Chris Bieniek, Dalton Brauner, and Emily Pieper. Chris and Emily come to us as Nationally Registered EMTs. They started the hiring process in May of 2024, and officially joined our department on December 2, 2024. Chris, Dalton, and Emily started their firefighter training at Century College in January and will complete that by the end of May. Dalton will then start his medical training which will take another 6 to 8 weeks to complete. The first year of a Hugo Probationary Firefighter is filled with college training and classes, along with responding to calls for some on the job training. Join Our Team! Hugo Fire will be accepting applications until end of business June 27, 2025, applications are available on the City of Hugo Website or at City Hall. An information session will be held at the Fire Station on June 24th at 7:00 PM. Any questions please contact Assistant Fire Chief Colin Emans at cemans@ci.hugo.mn.us or 651-755-2056. Fridays with Firefighters Spend a Friday morning with the Hugo Fire Department. Learn about fire prevention, tour the Fire Station, and participate in fun activities! This event will be held on Friday, June 13th, July 11th, and August 8th from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Please visit the City of Hugo website for more information. https://www.ci.hugo.mn.us/hfd Burn Restrictions The Hugo Fire Department asks that residents use caution while having recreational fires and to have a water source nearby. Burning permits are required for any fire over 3 feet by 3 feet when there is less than 3’’ of continuous snow on the ground. Please use caution when burning and refer to the DNR website for more information on burning restrictions. https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html UPDATES FROM FIRE CHIEF Jim Compton Jr. jrcompton@ci.hugo.mn.us Probationary Firefighters Emily Pieper, Chris Bieniek, Dalton Brauner Firefighters extinguishing a semi-truck fire. 6065 Headwaters Pkwy. | Forest Lake, MNVisit the Free Product Room, drop off hazardous materials, electronics, recyclables, and more!North Environmental CenterNOW OPEN Visit WashCoRecycles.com/EnviroCenter or call 651-275-7475 learn more. Roof operations with a trench cut on a commercial building fire. PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. Twin Cities, MN SPRING2025 Hugo City Hall 14669 Fitzgerald Avenue North Hugo, MN 55038 651-762-6300 or info@ci.hugo.mn.us Office Hours 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Closed weekends and holidays www.ci.hugo.mn.us THIS ISSUE IS RECYCLABLE PLEASE HELPPLEASE HELP SAVE TREES. SAVE TREES. 12 and Forget Itand Forget It Residents Only: Bring all of your bags of papers with confidential and personal information to be shredded. We are offering FREE paper shredding events in the City Hall parking lot. Wednesday, May 7, 2025 8:00 am – 10:00 am Thursday, October 2, 2025 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm CodeRED is an emergency notification service that delivers location-based, time-sensitive information via text message, email, voice call, and mobile app push notifications. Scan the QR Code or download the CodeRED Mobile App to sign up!