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2020 Summer IssueF We Are All in This Together kL FAMILY CREATES A FOOD PANTRY DURING A TIME OF NEED you grow older you will discover that you have two hands — one for helping yourself and ie other for helping others. "-Audrey Hepburn Mike and Lisa DeMars have lived in Albertville for just four years but that did not stop the couple from finding a way to help when uncertain times came over our community, state and country. With news of school closures and `stay at home orders', Lisa went to work putting together a neighborhood letter and a hyper local network to help support their neighbors. "Many of us have our own support systems, families, friends and communities, who we will help and be helped by in challenging times. However, some of us have support networks in this neighborhood and others do not. In the event of a large scale shutdown across Minnesota, local support networks become particularly important," Lisa wrote in a neighborhood letter. The DeMars put a pantry in their front yard where donations are dropped off by various members of the community from time to time for those who may need them. Anyone is relcome to take what they need. The community food pantry is located off of Main and 51 st. ideas and acts of kindness like this that makes our iunity such a great place. Thank you DeMars family for up and helping those who need it during this time. Albertville Farmers Market SCHEDULED TO START JUNE 18TH s e WITH RESTRICTIONS! The Albertville Lions will host their 13th Annual Farmers Market amid the COVID-19 Pandemic. Unfortunately, the Lions will not be able to host Music in the Park, Car and Tractor Shows, or Concessions at the market this year. EVERY THURSDAY FROM JUNE 18T" THROUGH SEPTEMBER 24TH 3 P.M. TO 7 P.M. Traffic within the market will be one way only. Customers will be limited to shop in parties of two. Only one shopping party will be allowed at a vendor at a time. Shopping parties must maintain 6' of separation at all times. No one under 16 will be allowed to shop in the market. Hands should be washed when entering and exiting the market. Due to current restrictions, FYCC Power of Produce has been canceled. City Meeting Calendar • CITY COUNCIL MEETING Held the first and third Monday of the month, 7 p.m. • PARKS COMMITTEE MEETING Held the fourth Monday of the month, 7 p.m. • PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Held the second Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m. • ARENA BOARD MEETING Held the 2nd Monday of the month; 6 p.m h Nbertville smm ,o.v� unnp. ep cev u.. CITY HALL 5959 Main Avenue NE, PO Box 9, Albertville, MN 55301 763.497,3384 1 Fax:763.497.3210 1 www.ci.alberrville.mn.us CITY HALL HOURS Monday -Thursday 1 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Closed Daily from 12 - 12:30 p.m. CITYCOUNCIL Mayor, Jillian Hendrickson, Aaron Cocking, Rebecca Halling, Walter Hudson, Rob Olson PLANNING COMMISSION Commissioners' Rick Anderson, Paul Buhrmann, John Hayden, Blair Huggins, Bob Zagorsk PARKS COMMITTEE Leroy Berning, Larry Boller, Tim Guimont, Sarah Hansen, Sharon Oakvik, Andy Swanson ARENA BOARD MEMBERS Aaron Cocking, Kati Dwinnell, Kevin Kasel, Tim Lewis, Larry Sorensen, Keith Wettschreck PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 763.497.3145 1 After Hours: 763.496.6809 11822 63rd Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 SEWER/WATER DEPARTMENT 763.497.3384 x 132 1 11728 63rd Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 LAW ENFORCEMENT Emergency:911 1 Non-Emergency:763.682.1162 FIRE DEPARTMENT Emergency: 911 I Non -Emergency: 763.497.3384 x107 11350 57th Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 ST. MICHAEL-ALBERTVILLE ARENA 763.497.6749 1 www.stmava.org 5898 Lachman Avenue NE, Albertville, MN 55301 FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS FYCC:763.496.6820 1 www.my- cc.com Crow River Senior Center. 763.497.8900 1 www.crowriverseniorcenter.com Great River Regional Library: 763.497.1998 1 www.grivecorQ Recycling: Provided by Republic Services: 952.941.5174 ISD#885 STMA Schools: 763.497.3180 1 www.stma.kl2.mn.us ISD#728 Elk River Schools: 763.241.3400 1 www.isd728.org, Post Office: 1.800.275.8777 1 www.usps.com Wright Cotmry Government Center: 763.682.3900 1 co.wrighcmn.us FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES �•� For advertising opportunities, call 763-551-3706 PRIMPor email community@primeadvertising.com n ovex-risira .+ 11cn primeadvertising.com © Copyright 2020. City of Albertville and Prime Advertising b Design, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored, or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission of the publisher. Printed in the United States of America. This publication is a community service and the City of Albertville and Prime Advertising b Design, Inc. do not make any warranty of any kind with regard to the services or products of the advertisers herein. The City of Albertville and Prime Advertising b Design, Inc. do not assume any responsibility or liability for any of the content within this publication and for any errors or omissions to such content and reserve the right to not publish any material. The costs of the publication are offset by the advertisers. Prime Advertising b Design, Inc. is in control of the advertising content of this publication. Albertville Friendly City Days Committee Makes it Official ALBERTVILLE FRIENDLY CITY DAYS CANCELED FOR 2020 Veterans in the 2014 Albertville Friendly City Days Parade (file photo provided by USVA) April 27, 2020 by Mike Schoemer, North Wright County Today The rumor has been officially confirmed. It has been, perhaps, a foregone conclusion for a couple of weeks, but the Albertville Lions Club and Albertville Friendly City Days Committee made it official on Monday, April 27. Albertville Friendly City Days, the community's — and possibly the greater northwest Twin Cities area's — official start of summer, has been canceled for 2020. "With the safety of our participants, vendors and sponsors in mind, the planning committee had no choice but to cancel the popular T� MidWestOne 1\\% Bank. Simply better banking" event that for 32 years marked the start of summer," said longtime AFCD committee chair — and former Grand Marshal — LeRoy Berning in a statement Monday. "It is with great regret that Albertville Friendly City Days 2020 will be canceled due to the coronavirus." Albertville's signature event will, in all likelihood, be joined by many other events. Delano has been debating the Fourth of July festivities, while many Minneapolis celebrations, including summer concerts and block parties, have been wiped off the calendar for this summer due to the spread of COVID-19. Berning issued a statement earlier in April stating the event would not be postponed, due to logistical reasons. The city celebration "tour" from June through Fourth of July is packed with weekends in other communities, meaning the only choice would have been to try to go up against another community celebration — or to push into July/ August, when many Minnesotans head off for a summer trip. It's the first time in the three -decade history of AFCD it has been canceled. "We look forward to another successful event on June 10-13, 2021," Berning stated. Visit alberwillefriendlycitydays.com for the latest updates and information. GUSCO ELECTRIC Family -owned and operated by master electricians with more than 30 years of combined experience Full -service electrical contractors specializing in residential, new home construction, light commercial, and underground installations 763.250.5996 info@guscoelectric.com Bike and Pedestrian Safety THE FACTS ABOUT BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY Each year in Minnesota, approximately 39 pedestrians and 7 bicyclists are killed as a result of collisions with motor vehicles. • As a group, pedestrians and bicyclists comprise nearly 12 percent of all traffic fatalities each year — 69 percent of these fatal crashes occur in urban areas. • 35 percent of pedestrians and 18 percent of bicyclists killed had consumed alcohol. • 19 percent of pedestrians killed were not crossing properly. The above information is using the five year average from 2013 2017. SHARE THE ROAD WITH BICYCLISTS Bicyclists and motorists are equally responsible for bicycle safety. The number -one factor contributing to bicycle -vehicle collisions is failure to yield the right-of-way — by bicyclists and drivers alike. About one-half of all bicycle -vehicle collisions are due to a variety of bicyclist behaviors, such as disregarding a traffic sign or signal. The other half are caused by vehicle driver behaviors, such as inattention and distraction. RULES OF THE ROAD AND SAFETY TIPS • Bicyclists may ride on all Minnesota roads, except where restricted. • Bicyclists should ride on the road, and must ride in the same direction as traffic. • Motorists must at all times maintain a three-foot clearance when passing a bicyclist. • Bicyclists must obey all traffic control signs and signals, just as motorists. • Bicyclists must signal their turns and should ride in a predictable manner. • Bicyclists must use a headlight and rear reflectors when it's dark. To increase visibility, add a rear flashing light. • Drivers must drive at safe speeds and be attentive — look for bicyclists, check blind spots. • Drivers should use caution and look twice for riders when turning. • Drivers should use caution when opening door upon parking on side of road. PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IS A TWO-WAY STREET PEDESTRIAN LAW HIGHLIGHTS • Drivers must stop for crossing pedestrians at marked crosswalks and at all intersections without crosswalks or stop lights. • Pedestrians must obey traffic signs and signals at all intersections that have them. • Vehicles stopped for pedestrians can proceed once the pedestrian has completely crossed the lane in front of the stopped vehicle. • Pedestrians must not enter a crosswalk if a vehicle is approaching and it is impossible for the driver to stop. There is no defined distance that a pedestrian must abide by before entering the crosswalk; use common sense. • When a vehicle is stopped at an intersection to allow pedestrians to cross the roadway, drivers of other vehicles approaching from the rear must not pass the stopped vehicle. • Failure to obey the law is a misdemeanor. A second violation within one year is a gross misdemeanor. • Read full statute: wwwrcvisor.mn.gov/statutes/?id=169.21 PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IS EVERYONE'S RESPONSIBILITY Failure to yield the right-of-way and driver inattention/distraction are the main contributing factors in pedestrian crashes. Follow these basic safety tips to prevent pedestrian -vehicle crashes. SAFETY TIPS FOR DRIVERS • Scan the road and sidewalks ahead for pedestrians. Drive attentively and at safe speeds. Remember, pedestrians can be difficult to see, especially in bad weather or at night. • Anticipate pedestrians especially in urban areas, around schools and colleges. • Before making a turn, look in all directions for pedestrians. • Look carefully behind your vehicle before backing up, especially for small children. • Watch for people in wheelchairs and motorized carts who may be below eye level. • Stop for crossing pedestrians at every intersection, even those without crosswalks or stoplights. Stop far enough back so drivers in other lanes can also see the pedestrian in time to stop. • Do not block crosswalks while stopped, and don't pass other vehicles stopped for pedestrians. SAFETY TIPS FOR PEDESTRIANS • Cross streets at marked crosswalks or intersections; don't cross mid -block; obey traffic signals. • Make eye contact with drivers and ensure they see you and will stop. • Clearly show your intentions to cross. • Watch for turning and passing vehicles. • Look across all lanes for moving vehicles before proceeding. • Continue to be alert and watch for vehicles when walking in a crosswalk — drivers aren't always looking for pedestrians. • Use sidewalks where provided — where no sidewalks are provided, it is usually safer to walk facing traffic. • Make it easy for drivers to see you — dress in light colors and wear retro-reflective material. Carry a flashlight when it's dark. • Alcohol and drugs can impair your ability to walk safely, just like they do a person's ability to drive. • Use extra caution when crossing multiple -lane, higher -speed streets. Bike Rodeo July 18, 2020 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bike Rodeo is back for 2020 and it is bigger and b than ever. Mark your calendars, Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Walk, bike or roll to 11800 Towr Center Drive in St. Michael where we will be closing a portion of the street to car traffic so people can meander safely and enjoy art, food, games, classes, family activities and community information. Best of all, it's FREE! This event will be held rain or shine. Questions, please call FYCC at 763-496-6820. The SPOT Starting June 10, 2020 Register at www.myfycc.com The SPOT is a great program for youth entering grades 5 thru 7 in the fall of 2020. Held at FYCC with a cost of $5.00, students will enjoy activities, socializing, games, guest speakers and more. The SPOT is held on Wednesdays starting June 10 thru August 12 No July 1st) from 12 noon to 3 p.m. For the June 10 date, we will have Nick Shultz, from Community Development Bank, to show us Bike Safety, how to maintain our bikes and then we will go on a bike ride with him. Please BRING YOUR BIKE! This program does not provide lunch — please eat lunch before the program. Healthy snacks and beverages are available for a small price. FYCC Moves Online While the state continues to live under Fes« stay at home orders from Governor Walz and continued plans to discontinue large FMI ""�""°"" `°"""°� gatherings due to COVID-19, FYCC has moved online. There are lots of ways to get involved and join in the fun from where you are. For more information about any of the daily activities or to register for Bingo, go to myfycc.com. • Mondays Exercise class at 9 a.m. — thanks to Dojo Karate in Rogers, Monticello and Buffalo for helping • Monday -Fridays: Storytime at 2 p.m. on Facebook. Books are read each day by various people from the community including local business owners. • Virtual Bingo dates are pending. Please check myfycc.com for up-to-date information. In addition to the weekly online programs, FYCC has a community food box that all are welcome to donate to or take from if needed. Contents in the box vary each day and can be left at the FYCC building anytime. If your family is in need of more assistance with groceries, please call Sandy Greninger at 763-496-6820 ext 160 and request a grocery store gift card. Summer programming is still in the works but will likely look different. If there are still restrictions on large group gatherings, FYCC will be doing smaller group events with pre -registration at the FYCC building. Details will come as summer gets closer. MARKET LEADER 20 CONSECUTIVE YEARS! Get real insights that get homes sold. When you're ready to make your next move, we're ready to put our insights to work for you. Edina Realty. cearecntre emn.,..,,r �naia 6c. Shelly Matuska Managing Broker 763-221-7050 shellymatuska.ed inarealty.com she Ilymatuska@edinarealty.com ilJaclyn Prall Title Closing Manager 753-271-5520 edinarealtytitle.com jacklynprall@edinarealtytitle.com Edina Realty. 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The online absentee ballot application will be available May 13, On Paper. Download and print forms in English and other languages. Use these forms to register yourself or to register others in a voter registration drive. On Election Day. You can register or update your registration when you vote, whether that is at your polling place on Election Day or at an early voting location. You will need proof of residence to register. Learn more about registering when you vote. Check My Registration: You can see if you are registered at your current address by visiting mnvotes.sos.state.nm.usfVoterStatus.aspx Visit sos.state.mn.us for more information on registering. ELECTION JUDGES NEEDED FOR 2020: APPLY NOW! The City is in need of Election Judges to help administer the 2020 elections. The time commitment would consist of approximately five hours of training, then two different election days. You may choose either a half day or a full day of duties for each election day. STAY SAFE�j� #STAYSAFEMN To prioritize the health and well-being of our community and to help slow the spread of coronavirus the City Hall lobby is closed to all visitors. The City of Albertville will remain fully staffed during regular business hours to answer any questions by phone or email. WE ASK OF YOU: Take basic protective measures against the coronavirus — Stay informed and aware of the latest information about the COVID-19 outbreak. Wash your hands — Wash your hands with hot soapy water for 20 seconds. Election Equipment Used in Presidential Nomination Primary Was A Big Success Given the ongoing COVID-19 situation, it seems like March 3 was an eternity ago. But, that was the date of Minnesota's Presidential Nomination Primary (PNP). As Wright County voters came out to the polls to cast their ballots, behind the scenes, the Wright County Auditor/Treasurer's Elections Division was breaking out a new voting system. In 2019, Wright County got a grant from the State of Minnesota to upgrade the county's vote tabulators. They purchased DS200 tabulators for precincts and a DS450 as a central tabulator for the election headquarters the Wright County Government Center. The DS450 is used to run absentee ballots or recount ballots for accuracy and can do so at a rate of 70 a minute — a far cry from the antiquated AutoMARK system the county had used for year. Wright County is still using paper ballots when voters come to the polls and select their candidates of choice. They are tabulated by the DS200 via media sticks. The ballot count is read into a secure laptop from a secure media stick and those votes go through a secure website to get the Minnesota Secretary of State's office. They still have the paper ballots to fall back on if needed, but, the technological advantage of the new tabulators has improved the process of accurately counting ballots significantly, as well as assuring the sanctity of the ballots. "The media sticks are secure and our machine can only read a designated stick; Hiivala said. "We have the summary reports from the precincts and we validate that those are the same numbers we have on the sticks. We have the paper ballots behind those summary statements to make sure the numbers match up." With the August primary coming and what many believe will be a November general election that will include a record number of voters coming to the polls, putting the new tabulators a trial run under almost clinical election conditions was an opportunity Hiivala was happy to have — this year was the first time in 28 years that Minnesota conducted a PNP — to get a test of the new equipment was critical. • Practice respiratory hygiene — Practice respiratory hygiene by making sure you and the people around you cover your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Why.? Droplets spread virus. • Stay home — If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention early and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority. • Do your part — Don't flush disinfecting wipes, baby wipes and other non-flushable personal hygiene products. These items are solid waste and must be disposed of with other refuse in the trash and never flushed down the toilet. If flushed, especially in large quantities, even wipes labeled as 'flushable can completely block the sewer and cause messy, expensive sewer backups into homes. A SCAM COVID-19 Scams Be aware that criminals are attempting to exploit COVID-19 through a variety of scams. There have been reports of • Individuals and businesses selling fake cures for COVID-19 online and engaging in other forms of fraud. • Phishing emails from entities posing as the World Health Organization or the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. • Malicious websites and apps that appear to share virus -related information to gain and lock access to your devices until payment is received. • Seeking donations fraudulently for illegitimate or non-existent charitable organizations. Criminals will likely continue to use new methods to exploit COVID-19 worldwide. To avoid these scams: • Don't click on links from unknown sources. • Get updated information directly from relevant governmental agencies. • Ignore online offers for "miracle" health products, treatments, or vaccinations. • Do your research before donating to a nonprofit or charity. If you think you are a victim of a scam or attempted fraud involving COVID-19, you can report it without leaving your home through a number of platforms: • Contact the Minnesota Attorney General's office by calling 651-296-3353 or file a complaint online. • Contact the National Center for Disaster Fraud Hotline at 866-720-5721 or via email at disaster@leo.gov. • Report it to the FBI at tips.fbi.gov. • If its a cyber-scam, submit your complaint through www.ic3.gov/default.aspx. COVID-19 Informational Links For the most up-to-date information on COVID-19, please use reliable sources: • Wright County Public Health: www.co.wright.mn.us/945/Coronavirus-COVID- 19 • Minnesota Department of Health: www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html • Center for Disease Control and Prevention: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.htnd LTU EXPLORERS OTSEGO OPENING TNiS FALL 8670 Parsons Ave. NE, Otsego (Across from Target) -1 • Providing a safe environment for children ages 6 weeks through 2nd grade • Expansive facilities with large classrooms, indoor gym, onsite kitchen, and four playgrounds • Enrichment programs included in tuition: KinderMusik, Spanish, Lil' Movers and Lil' Farmers, Summer program I..'. Roger or ..., St. Michael LilExplorersChildcare.com locations for Open Monday - Friday, 6:30am to 6:00pm a It We V Albertville Community! Guardian Angels 4SENIOR COMMUNITY Engel Haus Independent Living I Assisted Living I Memory Care 763-498-4594 5101 Kassel Ave NE, Albertville, MN • Ad f • • •. ...._ _s Taylor Becher and Lance Thompson got the surprise of a lifetime at Becher's eight week ultrasound last October when the doctor let them know they were expecting quadruplets. Doctors say the odds of having spontaneous quads is I in 15 million. The quadruplets were born at almost 32 weeks on March 11 weighing in at between 2 pounds 10 ounces and 3 pounds 3 ounces. The four girls, Sawyer, Kennedy, Lakely and Aurora, have spent the last several weeks in the NICU while Mom and Dad have traveled back and forth from home and the hospital. In addition to the quadruplets, the couple have a toddler son, Linden. What is Shop STMA? SHOP Shop STMA is a partnership program enabling STMA local shops and services to promote the idea of `hoP" shopping locally within the community. When members of our community shop locally within St. Michael, Albertville, and Hanover, before venturing into the neighboring cities, the whole community benefits. BENEFITS OF SHOPPING LOCAL Spend your dollars locally to strengthen the community, create jobs, reduce your environmental impact, and much more. To search local member listings or to become one, check out their There is a Go Fund Me page if you are interested in donating or seeing website www.shopstma.com or via facebook shop-stma photos of the quads. wwwgofundme.com/f/thompson-quads Q Showing support for the many great locally -owned and operated businesses within our community we can ensure the vitality and selection we have close by. Community Support When It's Needed Most This summer is shaping up to be an unusual one. The world has CURBSIDE PICKUP changed, and so have our routines. Current events have influenced our Pickup via curbside or drive-thru is offered by many local "small town living" just as much as they've affected "big city life," and VA eateries, including the 152 Club Bar & Grill. we're all learning to adjust. Many area businesses have had to make unprecedented changes to daily operations. Some are on temporary hiatus while others are relying on alternative and less -direct methods of providing safe and reliable business for their customers. Now more than ever, dependence and dependability go hand in band. In these uncertain times, there are ways to help area businesses sustain hope for a future of certainty while being mindhd of health and safety precautions. LIMITING HOURS, LIMITING ACCESS A statement in early April from CEO Chris Cobom indicated that Coborn's, including the Albertville location, reserves the first two hours each day for those most at risk, which includes anyone older than 60, expectant mothers, or those with compromised immune systems. Also, Coborn's installed plexiglass shields at its registers for added customer and employee safety. In addition to reminding guests to observe social distancing practices, some places like Westside Liquor of Albertville adjusted hours of operation to limit the window of time for movement and interaction within the store. NoSHOP ONLINE OR CALL AHEAD — As noted on its website, Westside Liquor also offers • • customers the option for call ahead service. Orders placed in advance will be filled and ready at the counter, further limiting in-store contact and creating an added safeguard. Likewise, CoborrA offers online shopping for delivery or pick-up. Delivery drivers also take extra steps to ensure your order drop-off is done so with your safety and theirs in mind. Almost daily, this restaurant highlights a "Meal of the Day," along with a photo of the meal, on its Facebook page and lists the rest of the week's meals as well. That way social media followers can plan ahead for dinner. Each meal feeds a family of 4 and comes with instructions for reheating at home. Check the website or social media pages of other local restaurants to see if your favorite cuisine is available for curbside pickup. Enjoy a meal at home while helping support local establishments. DIRECT SHIPPING • • Some places are unable to do curbside pickup. But what shops like Kremer's Toy and Hobby will do is ship items — including same -day shipping — directly to your home, within a certain radius. Kremer's has a lot of its inventory on its website and Facebook page, but not all of its extensive stock is listed. This family -owned hobby store, however, posted on social media that its staff is doing everything it can to get details of products to customers through electronic means. Be sure to visit your favorite Albertville store's website to find out if they are open and able to ship online or phone orders to you. eHELPING EACH OTHER These and many other local businesses are here for all of us. They continue to adapt as circumstances change, and each one of them is essential to the Albertville community. Though safety requires that we all keep our distance during this time, it's equally important for us to help each other. Together, with our "small town living" and "big city life," we will get through this. Picking Up After Your Dog is More Important Than You Think! by Cara @ Doggy Do Good Responsible dog owners pick up after their pets in public places. However, there are times when owners neglect to pick up their dog's poop because they are in a rush, don't have poop bags, and so on. Because of this, you've probably stepped in more than your share of undisposed dog poop. Chances are you've stepped in dog poop and not even been aware of it until you smell a disgusting scent wafting through your car. This and other reasons are why it is so important to clean up after your dog. 1. IT'S COMMON COURTESY Picking up after your dog is not only common courtesy but your duty as a pet owner. When you take your dog for a walk away from your home, you are entering public property. Because you own your dog, what waste your dog makes is your responsibility to pick up. It is even the law to clean up after your pet in some urban and suburban areas. Plus, its just good manners. 2. DOG POOP IS NOT FERTILIZER If you think, as many people do, that dog waste is a natural fertilizer, think again. Since most dogs diets are high in protein, it has the reverse effect of fertilizer. Dog poop is exceptionally high in nitrogen and phosphorus, so if you let your dog's waste lay in your grass, it can actually cause burns in your lawn. Since it's so acidic, it will kill your grass if it isrA picked up. Reminder to License Your Dog 1. Controls/prevents the spread of rabies. 2. Easy identification to return lost dogs to their owners. The City of Albertville has a limit of two dogs per household. All dogs over six months must be licensed. A copy of the current rabies vaccination certificate must be received along with your application. Spayed/Neutered 1 yr. - $10.00 2 yr. - $20.00 3 yr. - $30.00 Unaltered 1 yr. - $15.00 2 yr. - $30.00 3 yr. - $45.00 You can download a form on the GO website: www ci.albertville.mn us or stop in at City Hall and pick up an application. Pet Heat Safety SAVE A PET'S LIFE IN A HOT CAR • Animals die of heatstroke within 15 minutes. • Cracking the windows does not help, the inside still gets dangerously hot. • During hot weather, keep your pet at home. • If you see a pet in an unattended vehicle, do not leave until the problem has been resolved! Weather.gov/heat Dog waste isn't the same as cow manure since cows eat plant matter. While cow poop can be used as compost in gardens and fields, dog poop cannot. In fact, dog poop can contaminate fruits, vegetables, and surrounding areas with harmful bacteria. 3. DISEASE -CAUSING BACTERIA AND PARASITES The parasites and bacteria in dog waste can spread disease to other dogs and even you, if not properly picked up. E. coli and salmonella are some of the bacteria which are carried in dog waste. Plus, Coronavirus, Giardiasis, Parvovirus, Cryptosporidiosis, Salmonellosis and Campylobacteriosis, along with several types of worms. The parasites and bacteria can stay in the soil for years. By not picking up aher your dog, you're putting other people's pets at risk for exposure to harmful bacteria. 4. IT WILL NOT WASH AWAY ON ITS OWN If you believe that dog poop will break down or just wash away, you're wrong. Dog waste can take up to 12 months to break down. Plus, when rainwater washes over dog poop, it flows into the drainage systems. Then the contaminated water is carried into lakes, streams, and rivers. What this means is the next time you go swimming in your favorite spot, you could be swimming in fecal water. Open from 7am to 7pm, 7 days a week. Call 763.441.8102 or visit RinTinlnnKennel.com Hands -Free Facts for Driving minnesotasafetycouncii.org/traffic/handsfree Can I use my phone? Yes, hands -free. Can I text hands -free? Yes, in a hands -free or voice -activated mode only Can I video chat, FaceTime, watch YouTube, or play a game? No. It is illegal to: • Compose or read text message or email. • Video call. • Video live stream. • Snapchat. • Game. • Look at stored photos or videos. Can I use my phone as a GPS? Yes, in a hands -free or voice -activated mode only. • Don't be typing an address while driving. • Hands -free means you can't hold it. • If you need to see your GPS map, mount it to your dashboard. Can I listen to music or podcasts on my phone? Yes, in a hands -free or voice -activated mode. Absolutely no scrolling through playlists or channels. How can I make my phone hands -free compatible? • You can use a single earphone that has a microphone. • Pair your phone to your current Bluetooth system. • Use an auxiliary cable to connect to your phone's earphone jack to the vehicle's car AUX jack. • If the vehicle has a cassette player, purchase an adapter that fits into the cassette player. • Purchase a holder that clips to the dash, vent or cup holder to make phone use hand -free. • Use on earbud (two is illegal). What if there is an emergency - can I use my phone? Yes. • ONLY to obtain emergency assistance, if there is an immediate threat to life and safety. • You can use the phone in either a hand-held or hands -free mode to get help. Parking Ordinance Ordinance No. 2019-07: Storage of camping trailers, utility trailers, or any trailer that is not attached to a motor vehicle is prohibited on any public street, highway, alley or other right of way. No on -street parking shall be in excess of 48 hours. SAFE BOATING TIPS noon HIGH WINDS/WAVES Know Your Action Reduce speed Head to shore COLD WATER Know Your Action Remain calm and control your breathing Minimize time in the water Get dry and warm ASAP LIGHTNING Know Your Action Remain weather -ready If you hear thunder, it's time to stay in the cabin or head to shore KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Check the forecast at weather.gov Always wear a life jacket! eR� REPUBLIC 4*14 SERVICES COVID-19 Update Republic Services will be temporarily changing their service offerings and drivers will not be getting out of their trucks to pick up any recycling that is outside of the cart; however, residents can request a larger or second recycle container at no extra charge. • Recycle: Cart Content Only • Yard Waste: N/A • Bulk: N/A • Additional Containers: Available at no charge, no delivery fee Contact tnubbeCa ci.albertville.mn.us with extra container requests or any questions. Wright County Compost & Recycling Facility Taking On -Line Appointments for Drop-offs the Wright County Compost & Recycling Facility is now taking online appointments for the drop-off of all Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and recyclables. There is a link on the front page of the county website ("Compost/Recycling Appointment") that will guide those looking to schedule a time, as well as all materials that are accepted. The Wright County Compost & Recycling Facility is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and 8 a.m. to noon the second Saturday of each month. For more information about the appointment process, click here: www.co.wright.mn.us/162/Compost-Recycling-Facility Close the Recycling Gap About half your home's recyclables never make it to the recycling bin. To reduce all you can, recycle everywhere you can. We do well recycling kitchen items, but our bathrooms, laundry rooms and home offices have lots of recyclables we throw out. Use convenient recycling bins and signage, and mix in a little education and fun. • Make it convenient — Put a recycling bin, bag or box next to every trash can in your house. Hang a bag on your doorknob for recyclables. • Recycle in the bathroom — Recycle shampoo bottles, plastic containers from wipes, toothpaste boxes, toilet paper rolls and more. • Make it fits — Place a basketball rim above the recycling bin so your family can slam dunk their recyclables. • Recycle in the laundry room — Recycle laundry detergent and fabric softener bottles, cat litter jugs, dryer sheet boxes and more. • Recycle in the home office — Recycle mail, catalogs, magazines, office supply boxes, paper file folders and tissue boxes. • Label it — Label your bins so everyone knows how to sort. Henningson & Snoxelll.Tn. S"", i9s1 qI� t V 6900 Wedgwood Road # 200 Maple Grove, MN 55311 N`f FYCCaFAMILY YOUTH COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Visit myfycc.com for info on summer activities for families, youth and community or call 763-496-6820 x 160 and ask for Sandy or Paula. Our Community Food Boxes, located outside our office at 5975 Main Ave. NE, Albertville, are available to help anyone in the community in need of food. Please consider donating non-perishable food or take food for your family or families/individuals you know who are in need. Id ►r'��`.+ Register for FYCC events and Fundraisers at myfycc.com Questions, call 763.496.6820 Construction on CSAH 19/38 Project Highway 19 (LeBeaux Avenue) and Highway 38 (70th Street) arc being Traffic Control: A detour, for through traffic, will be provided reconstructed. 'Mere will be multiple stages of construction for the along Highway 19 to Highway 37 to Highway 38. Access will be project with work on Highway 19 and Highway 38 scheduled to begin maintained for local residents. at different times, as noted below. This is a cooperative project between Wright County and the Cities of Albertville and Otsego. Most of the project will be funded using federal and state aid funds. The project will address capacity, safety and mobility issues. The project includes the following enhancements: • Convert Highway 19 to a four - lane, divided roadway from the I-94 to Highway 38 • Lighting and landscaping within the medians on Highway 19 • Convert Highway 38 to a three - lane roadway from Highway 19 to MacIver Avenue • Highway 19 and Outlet Mall Driveway • Added turn lanes • New traffic signal • Roundabout intersections: • Highway 19 & 67th Street, • Highway 19 & Highway 38 • Highway 38 & MacIver Avenue • Multi -use paths on each side of • Intersection lighting Highway 19 and Highway 38 • Enhanced drainage CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE The project began on Monday, April 13th and is scheduled to be completed by November 2020. Below is a summary of the schedule and locations of construction, subject to change: Stage 1— Highway 38 (from Highway 19 to MacIver Avenue): April 13 - Mid -August The contractor will close Highway 38 from east of Highway 19 and west of MacIver Avenue. Traffic Control: A detour, for through traffic, will be provided along Highway 19 to Highway 37 to Highway 38. Access will be maintained for local residents. Stage 1 B — Highway 38 and MacIver Avenue Roundabout Early July - Early August The contractor will close the intersection of Highway 38 and MacIver Avenue to construct a roundabout. Stage 2 — Highway 19 (from 1-94 ramps to 67th Street) Northbound Lanes: Early May - Mid June The contractor will construct the northbound lanes of Highway 19 from I-94 to 67th Street. Access will be maintained in each direction. Traffic Control: Traffic will be maintained in each direction. Traffic will be shifted to the west so the contractor can construct the northbound lanes. Stage 3 — Highway 19 (from 1-94 ramps to 67th Street) Southbound Lanes: Mid June - Early August The contractor will construct the southbound lanes of Highway 19 from I-94 to 67th Street. Access will be maintained in both directions. Traffic Control: Traffic will be maintained in each direction. Traffic will be shifted to the east so the contractor can construct the southbound lanes. Stage 4 — Median on Highway 19: Mid -August Traffic Control: Traffic will be reduced to one lane northbound and southbound, so the contractor can build the medians. Stage 5 — Highway 19 from 67th Street to Highway 38: Mid August - Mid November The contractor will close Highway 19 from 67th to south of Highway 38. Traffic Control: Traffic will be detoured to Highway 38 to MacIver Avenue to Highway 37. QUESTIONS DURING CONSTRUCTION Status of the project will be updated periodically on the project website at www.csah19.com If you have any additional questions, please contact: Shannon Gwost at 320-241-9330 or Blair Randall at 612-723-5084 Recreational Fires and Portable Outdoor Fireplaces RECREATIONAL FIRE A recreational fire is defined as an outdoor fire burning materials other than rubbish where the fuel being burned is not contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, portable outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill or barbecue pit and has a total fuel area of 3 feet or less in diameter and 2 feet or less in height for pleasure, religious, ceremonial, cooking, warmth or similar purposes. The Minnesota State Fire Marshal (MSFC) establishes the minimum requirements for recreational fires. The following information is applicable even if a local jurisdiction does not have an ordinance regulating recreational fires: • Recreational fires must be at least 25 feet from all buildings or combustible materials. Combustible materials are things such as wood, paper, and plastics. • Recreational fires shall be located 10 feet from LP -Gas containers that are filled on site by the LP -Gas company. • Recreational fires must be constantly attended until the fire is extinguished and a minimum of one portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 4-A rating or other approved on -site fire extinguishing equipment shall be readily available at all times until the fire is extinguished. Examples: charged garden hose, dirt, or sand (and a means of applying it). • The only materials permitted in a recreational fire are wood from trees, small branches, brush, or charcoal. Treated lumber materials, construction debris, garbage, plastic materials, or waste materials are not allowed to be burned in recreational fires. • Recreational fires must be immediately extinguished if they pose a fire safety risk or when directed to do so by the fire code official. PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACE A portable outdoor fireplace is defined as a portable, outdoor, solid -fuel -burning fireplace that may be constructed of steel, concrete, clay or other noncombustible material. A portable outdoor fireplace may be open in design, or may be equipped with a small hearth opening and a short chimney or chimney opening in the top. • Portable outdoor fireplaces shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and shall not be operated within 15 feet of a structure or combustible material. They shall also comply with the above requirements for recreational fires. Lefebvre's Carpet "Your Total Floor Store Since 1986" 763.441.4181 9310 Parrish Ave NE, Otsego www.LefebvresCarpet.com Serving an average of 200 families per month in the areas of Albertville, Hanover, St. Michael, and parts of Corcoran and Loretto. /YJ MOHAWK Located in the lower level of St. Paul's Lutheran Church 11024 Church St NE, Hanover HanoverAreaFoodShelf.org 763.498.0086 Hours: Tue & Fri: 12:00 - 2:00pm, Wed: 10:00am - 2:00pm, 1 st & 3rd Mon: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Be Aware of the Potential Danger of Mixing Cleaning Products As Part of Home Sanitization Wright County Planning & Zoning, which oversees the county's Compost and Recycling Facility, wants residents to be informed about the potential hazards of mixing cleaning products, which can be deadly if the wrong chemicals are mixed together. At a time when sanitizing has become a greater priority for many Americans in light of the COVID-19 coronavirus, P&Z is passing along some frequently asked questions about the potential danger of mixing household chemicals. Here is that Q & A DANGERS OF MIXING COMMON CLEANING PRODUCTS Avoid Toxic Fumes, Use Safer Substances Cleaning products containing chlorine bleach and acid inadvertently used together on the floor of a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant recently killed the general manager. Within two weeks, chemical fumes from mixing cleaning chemicals at a Red Robin restaurant sent three employees to the hospital. These dangerous chemical reactions can also happen with little warning in our homes, especially in small and enclosed environments like bathrooms. Some toilet bowl cleaners contain acid, some glass cleaners contain ammonia and many products contain bleach. What is the most dangerous combination of cleaning products to avoid? Never mix bleach and ammonia cleaners. This brew creates gases called chloramines, which can quickly cause eye, nose and throat irritation, and even death. Acid -based toilet bowl cleaners and bleach are also a very dangerous blend. Some people may add bleach to the bowl but the combination of bleach with the acid releases chlorine gas. Even at low levels, it irritates eyes, nose and throat and causes coughing and breathing problems. Very high levels can cause death. Mixing two types of drain cleaners, which contain acid and other ingredients, can release chlorine gas or other hazardous byproducts. Do I need bleach to clean and disinfect my home? Bleach is a disinfectant, not a cleaner. It kills bacteria, fungi, and viruses. It is important to remember that some microbes are beneficial. Product manufacturers sometimes advertise the negative view of germs and potential health affects to cause public alarm and increase the desire for antimicrobial products. _ If you absolutely need to disinfect for $odily fluid clean up (vomit, blood), clean surfaces with detergent or an all-purpose cleaner before disinfecting. It won't work if the chemical can't getlitough the dirt to the hard surface you want to sanitize. to k Most importantly, do not combine products which contain bleach with ammonia or any other cleaners. When using bleach, wear rubber gloves and eye protection. Open windows and turn on vents to dissipate the toxic Nimes. What is the difference between cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing? Cleaning products remove debris, dirt and dust. Sanitizing reduces contaminants to a level where health is not affected. Disinfecting kills all microorganisms and is mostly used in hospitals to prevent infectious diseases. Most households do not need to sanitize or disinfect with a few exceptions noted above (bodily fluids). Restaurants need to sanitize food contact surfaces as stated in local regulations. How can consumers find safer cleaning products? Safer alternatives to hazardous cleaning products exist for nearly every type of household cleaner. Look for products with credible third -party certification such as Green Seal, EcoLogo and Safer Choice. This means that the products have been reviewed for standards such as performance, health, environment and sustainability. Manufacturers with these third - party certifications report product ingredients. Also look for smaller producers which may not have funds for the third -parry process, but who are transparent about their ingredients. Even though these products are safer, make a practice of not mixing cleaning solutions. Read product labels carefully so that you can choose a product that is the best fit for the application you need it for. Products are formulated for specific soil types. For example, toilet bowl cleaners are designed to remove hard water stains. Glass cleaners are formulated for fast drying. Disinfecting products are designed to kill bacteria, not for cleaning. So choose the right cleaner for the job. Choosing a green product for the wrong type of cleaning will not work well. If you read "safe when used as directed" on product labels, be wary. Products should be safe under all conditions, especially for children and pets. Can I make my own cleaning products and if so, do they work? You can make your own cleaning products. However, you still need to be careful to not make a dangerous mixture. In the lab, we've tested the performance of do-it-yourself recipes for basic household cleaners. Common ingredients include white vinegar, salt, baking soda, baby oil, washing soda, lemon juice, aluminum foil, cornstarch and toothpaste. What can restaurants do to reduce toxics when local regulations need to be followed? Follow regulations from your local board of health while adhering to the same guidelines: Use the right product for the job, don't mix cleaning products and read labels. Any business that uses chemicals should train workers about chemical safety, proper usage and how to respond to emergencies. 1-94 Construction Update Maple Grove to Rogers April - November • Elm Creek Rest Area is closed. May - November • Five lanes of traffic will shift to the westbound sideof 1-94 and one lane will be placed eastbound. May include occasional nighttime lane closures. St. Michael to Albertville April - June • Expect overnight lane closures on 1-94 in both directions. Hasty Monticello to Clearwater April -June • Expect overnight lane closures on 1-94 in both directions. Late June - November Late June - November -All four lanes of traffic will shift to the westbound • All four lanes of traffic will shift to the side of 1-94. May include occasional nighttime lane eastbound side of 1-94. May include closures. occasional nighttime lane closures. Albertville 241 St. Michael Rogers New Dayton - 94 Parkway Interchange Maple Grove Prime Advertising & Design, Inc. 6450 Wedgwood Road N., Suite 100 Maple Grove, MN 55311-3649 Central Park Improvements LIONS PARK PAVILION The open air park pavilion at Main Avenue and 58th Street is being expanded and enhanced. The Albertville Lions originally built the structure in 1994, and now the Lions are funding improvements to the structure that include a 24-foot expansion, the addition of a ceiling, new lighting, and many architectural elements similar to the adjacent Depot built in 2018. Annually the Pavilion is used for many events including the Farmers Market, Music in the Park, Friendly City Days, and many more community and family gatherings. ECRWSS POSTAL CUSTOMER Summer Time Permit Questions Summer is a busy time for building decks, pools, basement finishes and fences. If you have any questions, please contact the building department at 763-497-3384 ext 103, or you can visit us online at ci.albertville.mn.us for the handouts and applications. 58TH STREET OVERLAY PRESORTED STANDARD U S POSTAGE PAID PRIME PERMIT NO. 2 Beginning this summer, 58th Street NE between Main Avenue NE and Lander Avenue NE, will be reconstructed to a one-way westbound street with angled parking stalls along the north curb line. The 58th and Lander intersection will be moved to the west and realigned to improve the entrance into Central Park (see concept plan). Additionally, the basketball court and skate park will be relocated to the east side of Lander Avenue and the parking lot will be reconstructed to include curb and gutter and surfaced with bituminous pavement. During construction, public parking for Central Park will be available off of 57th Street, at the city parking lot located between St. Alberts Church and the Fire Station. Meals on Wheels The Crow River Senior Center is the Meals on Wheels Site for Albertville, Hanover and St. Michael. If you know of a senior that needs this service, please share this information with them. Cost is $4.50 per meal. Meals are delivered by volunteers Tuesday through Friday and are prepared by the River Inn of Hanover. Currently, 30+ meals a day are being delivered. The Meals on Wheels program is available for those seniors in need of a hot meal unable to prepare one for themselves. Consider adding your name to the volunteer driver list. Substitute delivery drivers and bag return volunteers are always needed. Call and speak to Vonnie at 763-497-8936 or email for information at vwaters@crowriverseniorcenteccom