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2021 Summer Issue 03 1 Farmers Market/ Music in the Park 2021 SUMMER ISSUE 06 1 Call Before You • " 'F' q 07 1 Upcoming Construction 08 1 Garage Sales during Friendly City Days 09 Albertville • Days 111 Albertville Royalty r r14 1 Audited Financial Statement r -f 6 11-94 Construction Update i OIL s America's National Bird Has Been Visiting Albertville! The bald eagle's role as a national symbol is linked to its 1782 number of birds soon dwindled due to such factors as habitat landing on the Great Seal of the United States. Shortly after the destruction and hunting. In 1940, Congress passed the Bald Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, Eagle Protection Act, making it illegal to possess, kill, 1776, the Continental Congress gave Benjamin or sell the birds.A new threat arose when they Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and John began eating prey contaminated with Adams the job of designing an official DDT,a pesticide that came into wide seal for the new nation. However, use following World War II. In the the three Founding Fathersfailed 1960s,there were only around to come up with a design that 400 breeding pairs left in the won Congress'approval,as continental U.S.,and in did two later committees 1978 the bald eagle was that were given the put on the endangered task. In mid-June species list. 1782, the work of all three committees Thanks to federal was handed over to protections as well Charles Thomson, as regulations the secretary - — involving DDT, of Congress. in 1995 the bald Thomson chose eagle population what he thought had recovered were the best 1' I f i !+ enough for the elements of the -- bird's status to various designs be changed from and made the eagle endangered to more prominent. threatened,and (Since ancient times, in 2007 it was the eagle has been removed completely considered a sign of from the list. strength; Roman legions A l used the animal as their �o� �' DNR 2021 EAG LECAM standard, or symbol.) �s� _ 1 '�° " 1 \���� UP AND RUNNING Thomson also recommended b�''�r� "' � r"`e pro P The Minnesota Department of t t thenmall,white eagle used ith �b��d�f � � I ��aKeS� its EaNatural Resources e o rest up nnnually as Barton's design be replaced `Pe3/18�21 -Hunters Schoo Minnesota that follows the daily life of an rn an American bald eagle,and Congress Y adopted this design on June 20, 1782.As the eagle family. design went on to appear on official documents, This year,two baby eagles hatched in late-March (one on the currency, flags, public buildings and other government-related 26th and the other on the 28th). items,the bald eagle became an American icon. Despite its symbolic significance,America's majestic national To watch the livestream of the interactions of parents and bird has faced a real-life threat of extinction. In the late-1800s, baby eaglets,visit www.dnr.state.mn.us/features/webcams/ the country was home to 100,000 nesting bald eagles, but the eaglecam/index.html. � xu �Ibcrtvillc I.—Wim2-ft uf� —- 11"�-ftw " 1 A I!1 CITY HALL 5959 Main Avenue NE, PO Box 9,Albertville, MN 55301 763.497.3384 1 Fax:763.497.3210 1 www.ci.albertville.mn.us i i ERTVILLE CIT­ ' ' L HOURSCITY HALL a Monday-Thursday 1 7 am-5:30 pm Closed daily from 12-12:30 pm CITY COUNCIL N_ - dw-__7 Mayor Jillian Hendrickson,Aaron Cocking, City Meeting Calendar Bob Zagorski,Walter Hudson,Rob Olson •CITY COUNCIL MEETING PLANNING COMMISSION Held the first and third Monday of the month,7 pm Rick Anderson, Paul Buhrmann, John Hayden,Blair Huggins . PARKS COMMITTEE MEETING PARKS COMMIT": Held the fourth Monday of the month,7 pm Leroy Berning,Larry Boller,Tim Guimont,Andy Swanson • PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ARENA BOARD MEMBER, Held the second Tuesday of the month,7 pm Kari Dwinnell,Tim Lewis, •ARENA BOARD MEETING Larry Sorensen,Keith Wettschreck Held the second Monday of the month; 6 pm PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 763.497.3145 1 After Hours:763.496.6809 11822 63rd Street NE,Albertville,MN 55301 Notary Available SEWER/WATER DEPARTMENT A notary is available at City Hall Mon.-Thurs.,7 am to 5:30 pm 763.497.3384 x 132 1 11728 63rd Street NE,Albertville, MN 55301 *Reminder, please do not sign document before coming into City Hall+ bring a photo id* LAW ENFORCEMENT Emergency:911 1 Non-Emergency:763.682.1162 FIRE DEPARTMENT Emergency:911 1 Non-Emergency:763.497.3384 x107 11350 57th Street NE,Albertville,MN 55301 AtCE of Albertville ST. MICHAEL-ALBERTVILLE ARENA 763.497.6749 1 www.stmaya.org 6050 LaBeaux Avenue NE, Albertville 5898 Lachman Avenue NE,Albertville,MN 55301 763-497-4211 1 acehardware.com FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS FYCC:763.496.6820 1 www.myfycc.com :• Crow River Senior Center:763.4978900 1 www.crowriverseniorcenter.com •• •• Great River Regional Library:763.497.1998 1 www.griver.org Recycling provided by Republic Services: 952.941.5174 ISD#885 STMA Schools:763.497.3180 1 www.stma.kl2.mn.usii ISD#728 Elk River Schools:763.241.3400 1 www.isd728.org +i Post Office: 1.800.275.8777 1 www.usps.com Wright County Government Center:763.682.3900 1 co.wright.mn.us FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES WE CARRYALL THE BEST BRANDS '? For advertising opportunities,call 763.551.3705 in outdoor power equipment and bar-b-que grills PRIME' or email communiry(aprimeadvertising.com r� 5TIMU Aove arisiNG+oEs16N primeadvertising.com. ©Copyright 2021.City of Albertville and Prime Advertising 8 Design,Inc.All rights reserved.No part yy of this publication maybe reproduced,stored,or transmitted in any form or by any means without Big Green Egg Ill: written permission of the publisher.Printed in the United States of America.This publication is a TRAEGER 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 Stop in todayand check out our • the right to not publish any material The costs of the publication are offset by the advertisers.Prime Advertising&Design,Inc.is in control of the advertising content of this publication. of • GRILL & PATIO FARMERS DIARIZET low THURSDAYS FROM 3-7 PM ALBERTVILLE CENTRAL PARK - MAIN AVENUE I U N E 17-SEPTEMBER 26 Bring your lawn chair and your favorite beverage and enjoy some great LIVE MUSIC AT Central Park! Bring your lawn chair and enjoy 6-8:30 PM EACH THURSDAY THROUGH AUGUST some great LIVE MUSIC in the Park Music will feature a variety of regional bands. from 6-8:30 pm Thursdays The following is a list of scheduled dates and times: •June 17 The Whitesidewalls •July 22 Forgery Trio *Booth space will be reserved on a first come first .June 24 Pocketful •July 29 Robby Vee available basis. Seasonal vendors will be given first of Change choice of location. Each vendor will be allowed only •August 5 TBD one booth space. Covered booth space will •July 1 The Shane •August 12 The 70s be 8'x8'.Open booth space will be 12'x12'. Martin Band Sunshine Band Vendors will be responsible for a covered shelter in •July 8 Tricia and the Toonies .August 19 Santrio the open booth space area. •July 15 Mitch Gordon and •August 26 Outside Recess Interested vendors should contact the Unleaded Band albfarmers(aaol.com. Discover the GA Advantage! r T r x Ili n , We Albertville Community! 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Call Today!763-498-4594 5101 Kassel Ave NE,Albertville,MN 763.497.3114 1 Midwestone.bank I Member FDIC • • A Summer 2021 City Passes Golf Cart Amendment WHAT YOU Prompted by citizen concerns pertaining to the use of golf NEED TO KNOW P®:""• carts on public streets and underage drivers of golf carts, ABOUT CARBON the Albertville City Council passed ORDINANCE NO.2021- 06 allowing Golf Carts to be operated on public streets.The MONOXIDE ordinance allows the use of golf carts on public streets under the following general conditions: ALARMS • Operators must be a licensed driver and obey the traffic Carbon monoxide alarms law to operate a golf cart on a public street.This prohibits should be installed within underage drivers from using golf carts on public streets. 10 feet of each sleeping • Golf carts may only travel on local streets;they are prohibited room or inside each ` on County and State roadways except when crossing at an intersection. sleeping room. • Golf carts are prohibited from traveling on City sidewalks, • Test CO alarms monthly. DID YOU KNOW? trails and City parks. • If a CO alarm sounds • Carbon monoxide is an • Hours of operation are limited to daylight hours unless the and you feel ill,call 911 odorless,tasteless,and golf cart is equipped with headlights,tail lights, brake lights immediately. invisible gas. and turn signals. • Clear snow and debris • Signs of CO poisoning • The golf cart must be insured. from furnace,dryer, include headache, • Golf carts must meet minimum equipment standards for fireplace, or oven vents nausea,fatigue,vomiting, traveling on public streets, including the need for a slow- around your home to and disorientation. moving vehicle emblem. prevent a CO buildup. Cooking and heating • Golf cart operations on public streets in violation of the units that burn fuel Ordinance No.2021-06 shall be enforced resulting in either and are not properly a traffic citation or an administrative fine per Chapter 6 of the ventilated or malfunction Albertville City Code. can be a source of CO A full copy of the Ordinance 2021-06 is available for review in the home. on the City of Albertville website. Please see the ordinance for the entire list of rules and equipment needed to operate a Golf Cart in Albertville. Henningson & Snoxel1LTD. ATTORNEYS AT LAS' +� L Siwe 1951 �V111N k1 -C 0M / Not every day of summer is going to be sunny...and some days are going to be just TOO sunny to spend outside!That's what we love about the Kids Bowl Free program offered at several local Estate Planning �-�r• :� bowling alleys— by signing up in advance,you'll have a ready- Probate ' +� made indoor backup plan that won't break the bank. Elder Law # t Family Law-Custody r Through Kids Bowl Free, kids ages 2-18 can enjoy 2 FREE games Conservatorships + ' of bowling per day,all summer long! (shoe rental additional) Parents who want to bowl can pay per game or purchase a Family Litigation&Dispute Resolution Pass to use throughout the summer. When you register,you'll Business&Corporate Law need to select a location. Real Estate Here are the nearest locations, sorted by distance from STMA: Nonprofit Law Employment Law • St. Michael— Big Al's Bowling • Monticello — River City Extreme(15 min) ' • Buffalo — Huikko's Bowling Center(18 min) fit • Big Lake— McPete's Sports Bar&Lanes(20 min) 763.560.5700 hennsnoxlaw.com Sign your kids up TODAY at kidsbowlfree.com. 6900 Wedgwood Road,Suite 200, Maple Grove •e How to Save Money i,,i,Ntk*r4vt- Looking for ways to save money on your water bill? Here are a F ife few watering tips to save you time and money. FANRYYMCOMMIX TYc.... . FAMILY If you have an automatic sprinkler, have your sprinkler heads adjusted so that they don't water the sidewalks, driveway or house.Your automatic sprinkler system should have a time BINGO NIGHT and moisture sensor to prevent overwatering. If you don't have ,ry automatic sprinklers,you can purchase a hose timer at a local 6:30-?.30pm hardware store. CENTRAL PARK AT THE DEPOT• 5801 MAIN AVE NE,ALBERTVILLE: *SPRINKLING RESTRICTIONS* MAY 18, 2021 • JUNE 15, 2021 • JULY 13, 2021 Calendar sprinkling is mandatory from June 1 through AUG. 10, 2021 • SEPT. 14 2021 September 30. Odd addresses may water on odd days and LOCATION TO BE DETERMINED: even addresses may water on even days only. Days begin HALLOWEEN BINGO - OCT 12,2021 at midnight and end at midnight, however you may NOT TURKEY BINGO NOV.S, 2021 sprinkle between 10am and 7pm.A violation will cost$75 SANTA BINGO — DEC. 7, 2021 the first time and go up by$25 for each additional violation. QU63-496-6820 ESTIONS?CALL FYCC Exceptions: • New sod and seed are exempt from watering restrictions `r for 60 days only.You must notify the Water Department at \ Z 13 42 763.497.3611 as soon as possible to claim this exemption • Hand watering is allowed any time MUmyryCC.ST sFOSTERCDM . �© 14 31 4Q 5Z AT xl • Children may run in the sprinkler at any time In the Spring, delay the start of watering to allow the roots to `' IL 6 grow deeper.Water only when the grass shows signs of stress. 60 Water heavier and less frequently because that will allow the 4 roots to grow deeper,which will allow them to be more resilient and less susceptible to dry conditions. Keep the grass longer so it holds water better and dries out slower. Whenever possible, water during the night hours when there is less wind and less evaporation so the water will soak down better to grow deeper roots. Do not use sprinkler in the rain, let Mother Nature take • care of it for you. pr Wood Ticks, Deer Ticks, and Your Dog - Locally Owned We are in the midst of a horrible tick season. and Operated for !� ` You have probably found at least one tick on { you or your furry friend so far this season. Over 30 Years * There are three major types ofticks in FKtL Unline Minnesota:the backlegged tick(deer tick), Estimates the American dog tick(wood tick)and the brown dog tick.The deer tick carries the most dangerous diseases,including Lyme Disease. W SYMPTOMS OF LYME DISEASE IN DOGS • Limb lameness Fever.lack of appetite • Joint inflammation and depression • Stiff walk with arched back Swollen Lymph Nodes • Sensitive to touch near tick bite • Difficulty breathing Eventual kidney problems or failure '' Ask About Our Discount Ticks can be found anywhere in your yard and are especially found in For you and your neighbor(s)when wooded areas.The University of Minnesota suggests homeowners keep their work is done at the same time. grass short,and remove leaf litter and brush(areas where wood ticks thrive). IL To further protect your dog,be sure to check your dog's fur and around their head,neck,and ears when they come inside.Also apply a preventive treatment with the active ingredients of Fipronil,Amitraz,or Permethrin. There are also vaccines that protect your dog from Lyme Disease.Contact your vet for more information. Lyme Disease is treatable,but it is easier to prevent the disease!Please protect you dog and yourself,and follow these tips! Credit:PetMed Summer 2021 Crime Prevention Call Before you DigH Tips from the www.dps.mn.gov April 1, 2021 r ;T{;' Fr x` `ryry Wright County ,, That corner of your yard -you _ know,the one that gets all Sheriffs Office that southern light -would r be a great place for a garden, r The Wright County Sheriff's i? Office would like to work you think. Just flowers, nothing complicated.You'll with you to prevent or reduce only be digging about six or crime in Albertville.To help eight inches down, so you mitigate the possibility of theft, we would like to remind probably won't hit anything you to keep your vehicles secured. important, right? The majority of thefts from vehicle reports we receive Wrong. Underground utilities such as natural gas can run just are items taken from unlocked vehicles. Whenever inches from the surface -and hitting one with a shovel could possible, park your vehicle in a closed and secured be deadly.And it's not just natural gas.You could hit a power garage. When your vehicle is unattended, remove line,too- and how would you feel if that caused, say,an entire your valuables from them. Most vehicle burglars are hospital or your whole neighborhood to lose power?You could opportunists and look for unlocked, or locked vehicles be putting others at risk as well as yourself. that have valuables inside. If not a gas or power line,you very likely could hit your internet line. Given our dependency on everyday internet service to Residents with garages should close their overhead run home businesses,take online classes,and attend Zoom garage doors overnight to avoid the possibility of meetings,a severed internet line could be disastrous. Plus, opportunistic theft. If anyone sees any suspicious you'd never hear the end of it if your family couldn't watch activity,please call the Wright County Sheriff's Office Netflix or YouTubel (911)to report it.Our goal is to work together with the community to promote a high quality of life and safety Fortunately,you can eliminate the guesswork(and obey to residents. the law) by calling 811 or visiting the Gopher State One Call website (www.gopherstateonecall.org). It's a free service that sends someone to locate utilities within two business days of contacting them. Live AND Work in YOUR Commupit, I yo Ar"Ma "�. «yam , WATERJET SYSTEMS y.,AWfv �. y.7 -- SINCE 1984, JET EDGE HAS BEEN ■d�r.r��" DESIGNING AND MANUFACTURING ULTRA- HIGH-PRESSURE WATERIET TECHNOLOGY ` THAT DOESN'T BACK DOWN. JOIN THE TEAM. Technical and wig - - Mechanical Positions open at great pay and benefits. 6 • Lawn Care Without Pesticides When a lawn is kept healthy, it is less likely to become The best time of day to water the lawn is early in the day. Water diseased and full of weeds. It also means that pesticides do not about once a week and thoroughly,about one inch of water. need to be used. Do not let your water run into the streets and down the storm drains.Also be aware of the sprinkling rules put in place by Joint A strong and healthy lawn will make it harder for weeds to Powers Water Board. develop a root system or from insects causing harm. Calendar sprinkling is mandatory from June 1 through If the lawn appears to have a thatch build-up or if the soil is September 30. Odd addresses may water on odd days and even compacted, renting a lawn aerator can be beneficial.The tool addresses may water on even days. Days begin at midnight and removes small plugs of soil from the lawn and are deposited end at midnight. Residents must not water between 10am and on top of the grass.The holes improve soil aeration and 7pm.Violators will be charged $75 for the first incident and each improve the root system.The plugs should be allowed to additional incident with go up$25. decompose naturally. Newly constructed homes with new sod are exempt from Early spring is a good time to reseed bare spots that may have watering restrictions for 60 days.The homeowner must notify been caused by winter weather or pets. Be sure to use the right Joint Powers to claim this exemption. type of seed and plenty of it. Hand watering is allowed any time. Kids may run through the Mow the grass to a height sprinkler any time as well. Of 2.5 to 3 Inches. When there is a limited amount of weeds in the lawn,consider removing them by hand rather than using a herbicide. Once mowing season starts, check that the mower blades are sharp so that lawn is less susceptible to disease. Leave the This is the single most important thing to do to keep a lawn grass clippings on the lawn and let them act as a fertilizer.Grass healthy. By keeping a longer grass length,the roots grow deeper clippings can provide the equivalent of almost one application and can reach more water during dry periods. Longer grass also of fertilizer. helps provide shade making it hard for weeds to grow. a�THSTNE Upcoming Construction �� 67TH Sr NE Z 68TH ST 2021 MILL AND OVERLAY PROJECT w 1 R As part of the City's Street Maintenance X �c w>sTT°` �gKETDWNE� Program,several blocks of neighborhood maeJ� Foy, streets throughout the City will be resurfaced. 0 �WHSTNE ayNE'VIEWNE The project generally includes replacement 64THST00 ` 10, of the road's top layer of pavement and spot �_ �OONry School o1;; removal and replacement of damaged curb. Ca R°go3T Lake y" The work is scheduled to begin in mid-June Iw Z roF �5 and will be complete by the end of August. 62NDSTNssT 6 0 w PROJECT AREAS �o m Y 6^S�SSNE oa�o w m IcOUN szNosrNE See the map at the right for the areas that willyDRaOo � wySrNEryR09pai Z be affected. z kAU- w roF a ■ kARST m 66TH ST NE a w ■ gYCT NE m g� I 58TH ST NE v 57TH ST NE Z ■ �G�� w w 1G4RSTD 56TH ST NE w 4r ¢ 2 a w 56TH ST NE Z a I z a z w g > z 1 a1 w z ¢ z N41 w I z yF ✓'9sO ` �NF >¢ g g= w 5 37 SNEI.E> 14H 4112 5HSiNE — w54 F Legend 52ND ST NyNE g5 4tHe S�T ' a' Ir> FNF Z m 5 "2021 Project Areas s1STSTNF ' ¢ City Limits l/ 1 �7sT 9 Lakes B Rivers State/County Centerlines 49TH ST NE Z -Public Street Centedines Y Z -Private Street Centerlines m mQ y�¢ sWal/Ill o isoo Summer 2021 7 I QI �I =I 202iFriendly City Days City Wide Garage Sales Albertville will be celebrating its Friendly City Days Garage Sales, To participate in the garage sale,complete a O 01 June 9-12, 2021.This sprawling,true city-wide garage sale will registration form (found below or on the website 1 open the festival at 8 am on Wednesday,June 9 and run through www.albertvillefriend lycitydays.com)and pay the registration I I Saturday June 12th. fee. Deadline to register is May 21,2021.The fee includes a I newly designed sign and advertising. Sign pick up details will be 1 More than 100 households(136 in 2019) in Albertville are sent out to registered participants. planning their sales.A list of participating homes will be found 1 on the AFCD website; to make sure you are listed, please Questions? Contact Larry Boller at 1 register early. Everyone in Albertville is invited to participate.The city-wide garage sale is just the start of the many great events lrboller(agmail.com or Sarah Hansen planned for this year. (It seems like it has been a long time and at sarahhansenk(agmail.com. lots of"stuff" has been piling up in those garages.) Come visit 1 Central Park and enjoy what AFCD has to offer. 1 I I I AFCD GARAGE SALE REGISTRATION FORM I I Name: I I Address: Albertville, MN 55301 1 Email Address: I Phone Number: I I I Circle Sale Days: (Sale time is 8 am - 5 pm) 1 Wednesday,June 9th Thursday,June 10th Friday,June 11th Saturday,June 12th I I I Circle Categories: 1 Household Clothing Toys/Games Tools I Outdoor Equipment Collectibles Electronics Infant/Children I I I REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, MAY 21ST I I Fee: $10 *Fee includes advertisement on official garage sale listing, and a sign (if registered by deadline). 1 I Checks can be made payable to.- I AFCD, PO Box 162, Albertville, MN 55301 1 I I I I I 5 es SCHERERJ1 BRCS. ` Ce �n -T�eV►fti� LUMBER CO. Truss Design & Mfg. Check out our current jot Working at Scherer Bros, is more 3 opportunities online i than just a job. It's a culture of �_ 1 excellence, craftsmanship, www.schererbros.com/careers/ teamwork, and fun, 3 Albertville • 763-488-8604 1 I I ` •- NEW I Ala, - *_77 FRIENDLY CITY DAYS June 9-1 `, '". �- .yr�L4 -• Visit www.albertvillefriendlycitydays.com for the latest schedule of events and times. Meet the Candidates -Tuesday,June 8th City Wide Garage Sales - Starting Wednesday,June 9th (see page 8 for participant registration form) Carnival- Starting Wednesday,June 9th, CAR HOW ending Sunday,June 13th. Albertville Lions - 7th Annual Men's Softball Tournament - Starting Friday,June 11th, Saturday, June 12th y �l Q am to Rl ending Sunday,June 13th ]l Albertville MN ?tupsday, quife WA - Lachman Ave NE & 57th Street NE Craft Beer Night Albertville Sings (between Albertville Coborns and STMA Hockey Arena) with Live Music Talent Show qday, gune Or Pork Chop Dinner with Live Music by IV Play BOB 106.1 Road Show and Reverend Raven Y. Fireworks Display Cars, Trucks,Rat Rods, Customs, ,Ali Makes& Models, gatuf day, Ali Years. Bring what you've got and have fun! 5K Run&Race C/ KMC Dance Party $10 CarNehicle registration fee day of show only Craft&Vendor Show Pedal Tractor Pull (registration includes FREE event T-Shirt*) Classic Car Show FYCC Book Bingo 0 'T-Shirts while supplies fast b►dill Toddler Town with Fair Hair KRWC Road Show -FREE event for Spectators- and Chalk Walk RC Car Demo Rootbeer Floats with ' rrano�'` Trophies far 1st,2nd &3rd place Live Music by Dirty Word the Candidates and Band TBD &a People's Choice Award khma� D Please practice srclal distancing.Wearing a mask is encouraged! While we would tflve to see you.If you are sick or Immune compromised please STAY HOME! uKday, uKe 131 FDr infp,Email•alberlvillelinng@grnail.fnm-f011pw US on A€h8rlville l ions fBCet]O,ok Grand Day Parade Royalty Coronation at STMA High School Please Note: •Advance sale ride tickets will be available at area businesses • Parade format is still being worked out depending on starting Memorial Day weekend. COVID-19 Restrictions. • Wristband Day ride tickets will be available on site • Other Event restrictions may be implemented. only on the Wristband Day. Summer 2021 9 �rp— � '. ..yA� t Summer on a Dime: Kid-Friendly Activities that Won't Break the Bank Summer is just around the corner and you know what that means You can make a feeder from almost any common household —school is almost out.Now is the perfect time to start planning items like mason jars,teacups, hollowed out citrus rinds,tin some fun and engaging warm weather activities that will stave cans,or paper plates. Hang the feeders throughout the yard off boredom as well as facilitate important family bonding.With and watch the birds eat. It's a great way for kids to flex their Covid-19 restrictions still in place for travel and large group activities, creative muscles and learn about the environment. popular destinations like waterparks,concerts,and beach vacations 3. Spend the day park hopping — If there's one thing we don't can be challenging.But with a little ingenuity,an adventurous lack here in Minnesota, it's parks. But who says you can only spirit,and a good amount of patience,you can make the summer go to one per day? Pack up the kids,a picnic lunch,and of 2021 your best one yet,even on a tight budget.Here are a few spend the day hopping from park to park.Try Linfeld,Central, inexpensive ways to entertain kids during summer break: Hunter,or Oakside. It doesn't cost a thing.Just don't forget to 1. Go on a nature scavenger hunt— Kids love exploring and bring plenty of water,a camera, lawn chairs,and sunscreen. what better way to learn about nature than with a treasure 4. Backyard camping and campfire— It just wouldn't be hunt for plants and animals?Grab a notepad and pencil, summer without camping around an open fire.This year, binoculars, bug jars,and a printable scavenger hunt checklist try it in your own backyard. Pitch a tent, hang a sheet for an (you can find them on Pinterest) and head to one of our outdoor movie,and enjoy S'mores and ghost stories around many beautiful parks like Crow-Hassan Park Reserve. It's the campfire. It's loads of fun and (reel an easy and inexpensive way to get fresh air and soak up Your summer bucket list doesn't have to be complicated or some vitamin D. expensive. Use your imagination and make memories that will 2. 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Mary Poppins and ' her crew even brought home a 2nd Place Parade Participant trophy;the first time Albertville Royalty has received this '_ '� '� award from Anoka's prestigious celebration.Throughout the remainder of the winter and spring the 2019-2021 court has had the opportunity to participate in a couple more parade and events along with some fundraisers and community p i connecting events.As the year wraps up and this chapter closes r.- on this once in a lifetime experience and historical second year the 2019-2021 Albertville Royal Family is elated to have the opportunity to connect with our community this spring, celebrate Albertville Friendly City Days once more and pass €' f on the tradition to a new group of candidates who are sure to - # make their own moments sparkle. The 2019-2021 Albertville Royal Court made up of Kallyn,Olivia,Gretta,Olivia J,Macy,Geneva,and Charlotte along with Program Directors Alyssa and Justine would like to share our heartful gratitude and appreciation to the community that made this They say life is a collection of moments and that could not all possible.A special thank you to the Albertville Lions for their be truer of the past two years the 2019-2021 Albertville Royal continuous and loyal support in everything we do,to our city Family has spent representing our friendly city near and far. workers who house the float and provide us a vehicle to get to From the first moment crowns were placed on the heads of each city,and last but not least to all of our community who seven candidates to the small towns and big cities memories tirelessly support us during our fundraisers and come out to events were made in,the royal family experienced so many of those each and every year to engage and celebrate.We could not provide moments during their initial 300 days in crown and made the the experience or represent the city like we do without each and most of them. However,as they were beginning to collect everyone of you and we hope you know how appreciative we are! those moments to be displayed and reminisced on, memories to be shared in speeches at our upcoming 2020 Friendly City Days festival,things changed and our state began to close down.Shortly thereafter our festival was canceled for the year. It was decided that this group of incredible representatives would be given the decision, should they choose,to represent O�F4 Albertville for one more year.Without much hesitation the full court decided to continue on in whatever capacity followed I to represent the city and community they had grown to - understand more deeply. Since that decision,the court spent more time apart than they ever had before but jumped at every opportunity to represent, volunteer,or fundraise for our city and our program. In October, the court was invited to the Halloween Capital of the World, -X Anoka to participate in a backward parade in celebration of J r all - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - { Shown:The Double Baconn Deluxe ButterBurger°Value Basket I • $1 OFF ' f Jd �- ANY Value Basket I '� — Expires 1/31/21.Electronic versions of this coupon are not accepted. $t off regular menu price.All Value Baskets include designatedI .. sandwich,regular Crinkle Cut Fries and medium soft drink.Please no substitutions.Not valid with any other otter.Coupon not valid with y t, small Value Basket.Value 1/266 cent.Limit one coupon per person per visit.Valid only at Albertville Culver'sd restaurant.Store#136 KIDS!Each week you will receive a FREE $2 taken �. to buy your own fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers.Visit www.myfyce.com to sign up! Rain Gardens 3 -QPM THURWAYS Rain gardens are shallow depressions that temporarily hold 1-I �` water.This allows water time to soak into the ground. Letting J U L' 8 l`! V����``1� (] water soak into the ground helps reduce runoff, and keeps ., water clean! ALBERT"VILLE FARMER', MARKET How does a rain garden keep water clean? In most urban areas ION'S PAVILLION IN CENTRAL PARK stormwater flows quickly over impervious surfaces like rooftops, 5301 MAIN AVE NE driveways,sidewalks, and roads.As it flows,water picks up dirt, LBERTVIL=�. MN leaves,trash,fertilizer,and other pollutants.All of this can be Live Music,Special events washed into storm drains and then directly into ponds, lakes, and run activities for alll ag� f°r Rids ages 2-17 streams,and wetlands. Catching water in a rain garden not only SPONSORED BY 0 prevents it from becoming dirty but also cleans the water by FYCC letting it soak into the ground. ALBERTVILLE LIONS ST MICHAEL AMERICAN LEGON POST 561 On its own,a rain garden may seem small. But,added together, they can have a tremendous effect on water quality. Plus, the FYCiC ' native plants growing in a rain garden add habitat for insects and Tanimals,such as butterflies and birds. Ruxe"auix coxnunCOxMttf]q � `F asfteeww Coming in many different sizes and designs it may seem difficult � ! .``,rAly�ffr\mac wescw n�,e<a7,LN�m� to build a rain garden. Do not worry! From cost-sharing grants f �a<-Y k567 � St-M,Cnaell WN to simplistic easy designs, help is available. Now Hiringc 00: 61st St. NE, Albertville •4 13635 Northdale Blvd, Rogers • Visit tmobile.careers for more r 4 r a STMA 2021 Community Education Registration . - The Summer 2021 Community Education brochure • . . • . • . . is packed FULL of fun activities going on in the St. Michael-Albertville area this Summer! Check out the brochure for info on sports,swim Le f ebv re's10% , FF lessons, creative classes, preschool activities,and more! Carpet Purchase Registration for these programs began at 12 am on Carpet Excluding promotional April 7 at www.stma.ce.eleyo.com. "Your Total Floor Store Since 1986°° products,labor and stocked items. 763.441.4181 be d at the 9310 Parrish Ave NE,Otsego e sente www.LefebvresCarpet.com order. RECREATIONAL ... Floors Laminate I Vinyl VEHICLE PARKING T,, Luxury Vinyl Tile I Ceramicrile I Co • . f VARe7 Mumma l Y I . l A J Up to two recreational vehicles may be stored on I ls;l l residential properties. Recreational vehicles include motor homes, boats,enclosed trailers,campers,and snowmobiles or ATVs on trailers. Vehicles and trailers may be parked in the driveway, Serving an average of but must be located at least 15 feet from the street and cannot block the public sidewalk. 200 families per v month in the areas of Storage in a side yard between homes must be at least Albertville,Hanover, two feet from the property line.The storage area must be surfaced with asphalt, concrete,or crushed rock with a St.Michael,and parts of border that prevents erosion. Corcoran and Loretto. IJ Storage in a rear yard must be at least five feet from the y rear and side property lines if not on a paved surface. - Located in the lower level For more infomration. call 763.497.3384 or visit of St.Paul's Lutheran Church www.ci.albertville.mn.us. 11024 Church St NE,Hanover HanoverAreaFoodShelf.org 763.498.0086 . i Hours:Tue&Fri:12:00-2:OOpm,Wed:10:OOam-2:OOpm, 1 st&3rd Mon:S:OOpm-7:OOpm Summer 2021 Audited Financial Statement The City of Albertville contracts with Abdo Eick£t Meyers, LLP DEPARTMENT to complete the annual financial statement audit.They have M TRANSPORTATION given the City an unqualified opinion that the 2020 Financial Statements are fairly and appropriately presented. GENERAL FUND - FUND BALANCES $4.000.000 ADOPT . • • . Volunteer $3,500,000 $3,302,964 eer $3.458,127 $3,044,550 $3,129,657 $3,000,000 $2,781,671 92.5% HIGHWAY Progra$2,500,000 5.0% $2,000,000 74.2% 72.0% $1,500,000 67.9% $1,000,000 35% 35% 35% 35% 35% $500,000 $_ Volunteers spent Volunteers 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 /1 000 picked up more than ` � 90 �Unassignetl Fund Balance �Budget —t Minimum Funtl Balance Policy � — 7 � fn00 itter O -/� ours picking up h KEY RATIOS-TAX RATES -,,,2019 bags of trash in 2019 70.0% 60.0% 50.0 40.0% — O More than 9 30.0% — 2O _ 6f � tO s of state 20.0% —[[![ir O '( 0 -'P segmen 10.0% groups Volunteered �� oadwaysavalabe in 2019 9or adoption 0.0% 2017 2018 2019 2020 'iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiC1ass4 Cities 59.8% 58.5% 58.1% N/A Cities in Wright County 61.7% 60.7% 58.0% N/A —City of Albertville 51.6% 49.2% 47.3% 47.1% �47 �0� @n Some g Q since roues have been real zed t in began i in�j r�O volunteering AAH Dv/ C'J benefin YEARS Q Q 0 Feed kids. Feed spirits. Empower 4 ,- communities. HIGHWAY I Join the cause. 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The Wright County HOME Program has experienced volunteers Share theseefghtups for innfoyingthe that can help you with your cell/smart phone,computer, laptop, FourthotJuly with your clog, tablet,and basic computer support tasks with Mary at Monticello Senior Center or Nate at Crow River Senior Center.We are rl' y� developing this same service in Elk River.This is an appointment * T only service. Please call your senior center for an appointment. %Wring pre uP{i;,01Q0i This is a free service, but any donation is greatly appreciated! anaws®wiorayan Tnreeuvronl hatraiwr at�t umns. Prof your [wei a yd doq We will also provide in-home tech service at a fee of$25 per ft-pm a nth.d�y hour and can also offer assistance with television, cable,and 1� prt satellite systems. T r Our goal for providing this service is to help bridge the electronic communication a between seniors and younger 15Wplay it gap Y 9 {s to Wey w�rh members of their families and friends that may be more savvy rhe[Pam . with a cell phone or laptop We also understand that feeling more connected through electronic methods helps combats �y rrmv�rMs.:parKears arKr feelings of isolation.This service is funded through a grant from MW tarrgrW the MN Dept.of Human Services. ', S� Senior Community Service Keep tlog creels nn 4% Ii;iM r�ilgy eK+O Wright County HOME Program -z oad yor 763.416.7969 or www.seniorcommunity.org �i• Pe i 1['f. ar "i=e.ur"at nxnnwin rr yeweng a gOAM rr nrk n{rpfen MAr.7{rnA9 tlurint� nd4ea.N^ewe p�n1Ee[nu9rC SUMMEIPet tree erewa s r�ri J m. 1M,lec rxx City's Long-Range Plan safety Pet Learn more at www.petfinder.com/SummerPetSafety The City of Albertville long-range financial plan combines financial forecasting with strategizing. The plan is created out of the process that considers the projecting of revenues IMP and expenditures over a long-term period using assumptions Curious what r about economic conditions,future spending and other variables. The long-range financial plan aligns financial your home capacity with long-term service objectives. It provides insight to future financial capacity so that strategies can be would sell for? developed to achieve long-term sustainability of the City's service objectives and financial challenges. The City of Albertville reviews the long-range plan annually in July. 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St. Michael Here's what you can expect as you navigate Rogers through the three work areas this year: MONTH-LONG 94 • RAMP CLOSURE Expect intermittent overnight lane closures on 1-94 in 610 both directions from Maple Grove to Clearwater. e�ve�dy Expect several month-long ramp closures from • ,a[�e eqd Maple Grove to Albertville. No two adjacent e��k ramps will be closed at the same time. "01' Maple fir 94 Grove sh�� April-September 9 `19a • Westbound 1-94 lanes between the 1-94/494/694 interchange in Maple Grove and Hwy 241 in St. Michael will be separated.The left lane is a through lane with no on/off access to local roads until Hwy 241.The two right lanes provide local June- October access to exits at Weaver Lake Rd.,Maple Grove Eastbound 1-94 lanes between west of Wright Co. Pkwy.,Hwy 101 and Hwy 241. Rd. 19 and Wright Co. Rd.37 will be separated.The • The roundabout at Hwy 241 and O'Day Ave.will left lane is a through lane with no on/off access be constructed.The intersection will remain open to local roads until Hwy 241.The right lane will to through traffic.A single lane will be available in provide local access to exits at Co.Rd. 19 and each direction. Co.Rd.37. Mid-May-July August-September Territorial Rd.at Holly Ln. is closed. Holly Ln. is closed between Territorial Rd. and Hennepin Co. Rd.81. PLAN AHEAD FOR MORE INFORMATION,VISIT: nsDEPARTMENT OF 511 Visit511mn.org mndot.gov/i94-mg-clearwater TRANSPORTATION for real-time PROJECT HOTLINE:651-426-8205 sllmn.og traffic updates. PROJECT EMAIL:info@i94-mg-clearwater.com Summer 2021 16