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2023 Summer NewsletterNewsletter 03 | Music in the Park 06 | Albertville Friendly City Days 08 | Central Park Improvements 10 | Cruisin’ at the Park 11 | Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements 12 | FYCC 2023 Events 14 | Audited Financial Statement 16 | Street Improvements 2023 SUMMER ISSUE May is National Water Safety Month It’s the perfect time to celebrate pool safety with the whole family! Whether you have an aboveground pool or inground pool, safety should always be a top priority, especially when children are involved. Here are four kid-friendly pool safety tips for families from pentair.com: 1. LOCK IT UP Children are such curious creatures and nothing seems more interesting than a pool. Pool access should always be cut off when the pool is not in use. Install fences, gates, and locked doors to prevent access by children, pets, and other uninvited swimmers who could potentially fall in or be injured when playing unsupervised. 2. PAIR UP No one should ever swim alone. This goes for children, teens, and adults – even expert swimmers. Additionally, never leave children alone or unsupervised when swimming in the pool. Always use the buddy system when swimming and make sure there is an adult always watching the water when it is in use. When children are new to swimming or are still small, it’s important for an adult to always be within reach of the child, so prepare to get in the pool, too! 3. PUT UP TOYS Toys should never be left in or around the pool. This means you shouldn’t leave toys to dry in the sun on the deck. Toys in this area can be an issue if a child‘s searching for their favorite toy and can access the pool. If toys are wet from pool time, place them outside of the pool fence in a sunny area where they can dry. If needed, take them inside and put them near the kitchen sink or in the bathtub to dry. Leaving toys in or near the pool poses a serious threat to pool safety – so take this easy step and put them away! 4. PREPARE NOW You can’t put a price on preparedness, so take the time to become First Aid/CPR certified. It doesn’t take a lot of time and the benefits are honestly immeasurable. The Red Cross offers classes, so don’t hesitate to find one near you. In addition to being certified in First Aid and CPR, you should have a pool safety plan, a phone nearby with emergency numbers, and lifesaving equipment (like a hook or flotation device). Whether you own an aboveground pool or inground pool, maintaining a safe pool is important. Summer is just around the corner, and now is the time to prepare your pool and your family for the sun-filled days in the pool to come. Check out the City’s “Swimming Pool Handout” on ci.albertville.mn.us or contact the Building Department at 763.497.3384 x103 for information and questions. Join Us!See pages 6-7 for events and details. 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City Meeting Calendar • CITY COUNCIL MEETING Held the first and third Monday of the month, 7 pm • PARKS COMMITTEE MEETING Held the fourth Monday of the month, 7 pm • PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Held the second Tuesday of the month, 7 pm • ARENA BOARD MEETING Held the second Monday of the month, 6 pm Notary Available A notary is available at City Hall Mon.-Thurs., 7 am to 5:30 pm. *Reminder, please do not sign document before coming into City Hall + bring a photo id* For advertising opportunities, call 763.551.3705 or email community@primeadvertising.com. primeadvertising.com CITY HALL 5959 Main Avenue NE, PO Box 9, Albertville, MN 55301 763.497.3384 | Fax: 763.497.3210 | www.ci.albertville.mn.us CITY HALL HOURS Monday - Thursday | 7 am - 5:30 pm Closed daily from 12 - 12:30 pm CITY COUNCIL Mayor Jillian Hendrickson, Aaron Cocking, Rob Olson, Bob Zagorski, John Hayden PLANNING COMMISSION Rick Anderson, Paul Buhrmann, Blair Huggins, Stacee Smith PARKS COMMITTEE Leroy Berning, Larry Boller, Tim Guimont, Terrill James, Lauryn White, Pat Adamski ARENA BOARD MEMBERS Aaron Cocking, Kari Dwinnell, Ryan Gleason, Tim Lewis, Travis Weber, Keith Wettschreck, Bob Zagorski PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 763.497.3145 | After Hours: 763.496.6809 11822 63rd Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 SEWER/WATER DEPARTMENT 763.497.3384 x 132 | 11728 63rd Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 LAW ENFORCEMENT Emergency: 911 | Non-Emergency: 763.682.1162 FIRE DEPARTMENT Emergency: 911 | Non-Emergency: 763.497.3384 x107 11350 57th Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 STMA ICE ARENA 763.497.6749 | 5898 Lachman Avenue NE, Albertville, MN 55301 FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS FYCC: 763.496.6820 | www.myfycc.com Crow River Senior Center: 763.497.8900 | www.crowriverseniorcenter.com Great River Regional Library: 763.497.1998 | www.griver.org Recycling provided by Republic Services: 952.941.5174 ISD #885 STMA Schools: 763.497.3180 | www.stma.k12.mn.us ISD #728 Elk River Schools: 763.241.3400 | www.isd728.org Post Office: 1.800.275.8777 | www.usps.com Wright County Government Center: 763.682.3900 | co.wright.mn.us FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES of Albertville 6050 LaBeaux Avenue NE, Albertville 763-497-4211 | acehardware.com WE CARRY ALL THE BEST BRANDS in bar-b-que grills and outdoor power equipment Stop in today and check out our selection of Grill & Patio and Lawn & Garden Mon-Fri 8am-8pm Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 9am-6pm Summer 2023 | 3 Music in the Park THURSDAYS, JUNE 15 - OCTOBER 5 | 6-8:30 PM ALBERTVILLE CENTRAL PARK In addition to the Farmers Market, each Thursday through September 14, the Lions will sponsor live music from 6-8:30 pm. The concerts are free and will feature regional bands playing a wide variety of music. Bring your family, some chairs, and refreshments and enjoy. The Lions will offer limited concessions including brats, hotdogs, chips, and refreshments at the farmers market throughout the season. The concerts will feature the following entertainers: June 15 The Whitesidewalls June 22 Jack Knife and the Sharps June 29 The Shane Martin Band July 6 Hard Days Night July 13 The 70s Sunshine Band July 20 Monroe Crossing July 27 Bob & the Beachcombers August 3 Robby Vee August 10 Jonah & the Wales August 17 The Scotty Reed Band August 24 Mitch Gordon and the Unleaded Band August 31 Bryce Heggie September 7 The Standups September 14 The Michael Handler Project The Lions will also sponsor Classic Car Shows on June 22, July 20, and August 17 from 5-8 pm. On August 3, the Lions will sponsor an antique tractor show. These shows are for local collectors to showcase their classics. There is no charge to enter these events and everyone is welcome to attend. Farmers Market THURSDAYS, JUNE 15 - OCTOBER 5 | 3-7 PM ALBERTVILLE CENTRAL PARK Power of Produce program will also be part of the market. Each child and senior citizen will receive a $2 token to purchase fruits or vegetables at participating vendors from July 6 to August 31. This program is sponsored in part by FYCC, the Albertville Lions, and local businesses. On July 6, the Lions will sponsor a ninja course, petting zoo, and other kids’ entertainment. On August 31, the Lions will sponsor a reptile show, a magic show, and other kids’ entertainment. Anyone interested in renting booth space during the Albertville Farmers Market should contact LeRoy at 763.443.5621 or Connie at 763.497.0145. Interested vendors can also contact us by email at albfarmers@aol.com to request a registration form. 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In terms of pure numbers, Wright County is second in the number of new residents with 6,143 – behind only Washington County (7,540, which represents a 1.2 percent increase). For many years, Wright County has been the 10th largest county in the state, but at its current rate of 10-year growth (a 21.65 percent increase based on 2021-22 increases), by the 2030 Census, the county population would be more than 170,000, which could find Wright County moving up to the seventh-largest county based on much slower growth in counties currently larger than Wright County – Olmsted (164,020), Stearns (160,045), and Scott (154,520). There are many advantages that draw people to call Wright County home and, from the looks of things, it won’t be slowing down any time soon. MPR News did an analysis of the growth counties and those losing populations can be seen here: www.mprnews.org/story/2023/03/30/the-new- place-to-live-in-minnesota-wright-county. LICENSE CENTER READY TO HANDLE WATERCRAFT NEEDS Posted on: April 19, 2023 You can transfer, renew, or register your watercraft for the first time at Wright County’s indoor service counter. Transferring a watercraft requires the current title for titled watercrafts or a bill of sale for non-titled watercrafts. First time registration does require a sales receipt from the store/business you purchased it from. For those simply renewing their watercraft license, you can also use the drive-thru located on the northwest corner of the building (3650 Braddock Ave. NE, Buffalo). For anyone needing replacement registration decals, they can be purchased at the office, but they will be mailed out by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), usually within seven days. The License Center can issue fishing licenses (if purchasing a combination license with a spouse not present, a voucher will be issued to be redeemed at a later time by the spouse). Fishing licenses can be purchased at the indoor service counter or drive-thru. Current regulation booklets are available on site. The License Center accepts all forms of payment (cash, check, or credit card with an additional service fee). Wright County License Center hours of operation are 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The City Negotiated a 5-year Contract Extension with Republic Services City Council approved Resolution 2021-016 on March 15, 2021 setting the recycling fees for a five-year period. The Annual Rate for June 2023 - May 2024 will be $4.67 per home The increased recycling rate will begin June 1, 2023. For additional information regarding City utility rates, please call City Hall at 763.497.3384. Need a bigger cart, have a broken cart, or have issues with recycling pickups? Contact Tracey in the Utility Billing Department at 763.497.3384 or tnubbe@ci.albertville.mn.us Monday- Thursday 7 am - 5:30 pm. She will be more than happy to assist you! 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WHY CHOOSE US • Childcare tuition discounts • Competitive pay • Generous benefits package CONTACT US TODAY director.albertville@lilexplorerschildcare.com 5702 Lachman Ave. NE, Albertville | 763.432.1912 | lilexplorerschildcare.com 6 | ci.Albertville.mn.us HOW ABOUT FIVE DAYS OF FUN? Wednesday, June 7 - Sunday, June 11 Friendly City Days is a great way to start the summer! Thousands of people gather in Albertville each year to enjoy one of the area’s most fun events. Albertville Friendly City Days is a great place to meet your neighbors and reunite with old friends! For information, visit albertvillefriendlycitydays.com. Albertville will be celebrating its Friendly City Days, June 7-11, 2023. The sprawling, true citywide garage sale will open the festival at 8 am on Wednesday, June 7 and run through Saturday, June 10. More than 100 households in Albertville are planning their sales. A list of participating homes will be found on the AFCD website albertvillefriendlycitydays.com. 2023 Albertville Friendly City Days Citywide Garage Sales The fun of Albertville Friendly City Days will soon kick off, this year on Wednesday, June 7. First thing that morning, the annual Citywide Garage Sale will open. From then until Saturday afternoon, over 100 garages in the area will be open for business. The Celebration continues until Sunday evening after the parade. Thousands of people attend, many from out of town, and spend the day browsing and picking treasures. For the second year in a row, we will be guiding the public to the sales with an electronic map of the area marking the sales. A whole sale on your phone! The map will be ready for plotting your bargain hunting strategy on June 3. Everybody will be able to find the map by scanning the QR code. Flyers will be posted in many businesses around town and in the area. Look for the brightly colored signs with the QR code. It will also be in area papers and shoppers starting June 1. Check out albertvillefriendlycitydays.com for details. Craft Beer Night THURSDAY, JUNE 8 | 6-10 PM CENTRAL PARK BEER GARDENS Tickets are $20 and will allow patrons to sample four of a variety of different 12 oz. craft beers brewed in the Minnesota region. Sponsored by the Albertville Fire Department Relief Association. Summer 2023 | 7 Citywide Garage Sales – Starts Wednesday at 8 am through Saturday at 4 pm Carnival – Wednesday & Thursday 4-10 pm, Friday 12-11 pm, Saturday 11 am-11 pm, and Sunday 11 am-6 pm Wristband Days will be Wednesday 4-10 pm and Sunday 11 am - 6 pm Men’s Softball Tournament – Starts Friday at 6:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday at 8 am Men’s Softball Championship – Sunday 3 pm Pond Hockey Tournament – Starts Friday at 6 pm, Saturday and Sunday at 10 am at STMA Arena Wednesday, June 7th Alex’s Lemonade Stand – 4-7 pm Family Fun Night – St. Albert's Parish Center 6-8 pm Strolling Comedian – 5-7 pm Book Bingo – 5-7 pm Thursday, June 8th Friendly Fiesta – 4 pm Family Game Night – 4:30 pm Re/Max Tethered Balloon Rides – 7 pm (weather permitting) Craft Beer Night with live music by Midwest Mayhem – 6-10 pm Friday, June 9th Roots of Albertville Block Party – HealthSource of Albertville – 1-5 pm Pork Chop Dinner with BOB 106.1 Road Show – 4-7 pm Bingo, Pull-tabs, Meat Raffle – St. Albert's Parish Center – 6 pm Albertville Anglers vs. St. Michael Saints Baseball – 6:30 pm Live music by Vivian Hayes & The High Praise and Jake Nelson Band – 7-10 pm Fireworks Display – 10 pm Live music by PopRocks – 10:15 pm - 12:45 am Saturday, June 10th Pancake Breakfast – St. Albert's Parish Center from 8-11 am Chad Smith Run for Life 5K – Albertville Primary School – 8:30 am Craft & Vendor Show – Lachman Avenue – 9 am - 3 pm Fire Department Open House – 9 am Classic Car show – Lachman Avenue – 10 am - 2 pm Business Expo – 11 am Toddler Town with Fair Hair – 11 am - 1 pm Root beer Floats with the Candidates – 11 am - 1 pm KMC Dance Party – 11 am Pedal Tractor Pull – 11 am 3rd Lair Skateboard Stunt Show – 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm KRWC Road Show – 2 pm Spaghetti Dinner with George Jundt Concertina – St. Albert's Parish Center – 4-7 pm Albertville Anglers vs. Sauk Rapids Cyclones Baseball – 6 pm Live Music by Inside Straight Blues and Mason Dixon Line – 7-10 pm Live Music by IV Play – 9:30 pm - 12:45 am Sunday, June 11th Grand Day Parade – 12:30 pm Party Crashers RC Race – 2-5 pm Live Music by The Fire Brand – 2-5 pm Royalty Coronation – STMA High School – 3:30 pm Advance Sale ride tickets will be available at area businesses starting Memorial Day weekend. Wristband Day ride tickets will be available on site only on the Wristband Day. Alcohol will be served until 10 pm on Thursday, 1 am on Friday and Saturday evening. Note: All events and times are tentative and subject to change. Friendly City Days | June 7-11 | Albertville Central Park, 5801 Main Ave. NE We Are Ready To Help You Today! 763-497-3099 • www.glalawfirm.com 12725 43rd St. NE, Ste. 201, St. Michael, MN 55376 9298 Central Ave. NE, Ste. 418, Blaine, MN 55434 | 7760 France Ave. S, Ste. 1110, Bloomington, MN 55435 Highly experienced attorneys offering estate planning and elder law services: Wills | Trusts | Probate | Conservatorship Power of Attorney | Guardianship | Healthcare Directives 8 | ci.Albertville.mn.us Central Park Improvements Continue! With a great deal of funding support from the Albertville Lions, many exciting improvements to Central Park have occurred over the past few years! These projects include the construction of the Depot, ball field lighting, realignment of 58th Street NE, paving of the parking lot, enhancements to the open-air pavilion, a new skate park and basketball court, as well as others. Last fall, a concrete boardwalk and plaza areas were added to the park. This summer, after Friendly City Days, park improvements will continue with construction of a new parking lot off of Main Avenue NE, boardwalk lighting and benches, and the addition of a scoreboard at Field #3. These projects are expected to be completed by mid-July. The completed park projects and the future park projects are based off the 2012 Master Park Plan. Currently, the Albertville Parks Committee is busy developing concepts for future Central Park Improvements, including a new playground, a park entrance sign, added paths and seating areas, and streetscaping along Main Avenue NE. T h ere i s a p l a ce f or eve r y o ne o n o ur d a nc e fl o or ! 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Learn more at stellishealth.com/orthopedics Joint and muscle care with your lifestyle in mind Summer 2023 | 9 Medicare Help? Dan Pfeifer Located in Otsego Contact your local Independent Agent Dan Pfeifer at 763.310.7627 pfeiferinsurancesolutions@gmail.com We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options. Why is My Pond Green? Stormwater ponds are engineered to reduce the risk of flooding and protect the water quality of our lakes, rivers, and wetlands. Stormwater ponds decrease pressure on the storm sewer system by controlling the rate of water discharged downstream and provide treatment for pollutant- laden water before reaching our waterways. As stormwater flows across hard surfaces, it picks up and transports pollutants. Common pollutants found in stormwater include: 1. Leaves, litter, and trash 2. Grass clippings and yard waste 3. Lawn-care products such as fertilizers or pesticides 4. Sediment 5. Pet waste 6. Oils, greases, and automotive additives Residents are encouraged to help improve pond health by taking the steps suggested below: 1. Maintain natural vegetation or sod on all bare areas. 2. Add native plant species to filter runoff and absorb nutrients. 3. Use phosphorus-free fertilizer and fertilize only as needed. 4. Rake up trash, leaves, grass clippings, branches, and other yard waste off the street and curbs. Properly dispose of debris by transporting to compost facility. 5. Use biodegradable soaps for outdoor cleaning and car washing. 6. Reduce or eliminate winter salt use. 7. Pick up and properly dispose of pet waste. 8. Install a rain barrel to harvest rain for use on your lawn or garden. sainttherese.org/communities/corcoran 952.512.2019 For additional information or to make a reservation for an apartment. 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Do ordinary things with extraordinary love. 10 | ci.Albertville.mn.us Albertville Lions Host Cruisin’ at the Park Thursdays, June 22, July 20, and August 17 Albertville Lions Farmers Market Central Park, 5801 Main Ave. NE Music - Cars - Food Market starts at 3 pm, Cruisin starts at 5 pm, and music starts at 6 pm. Cars, trucks, rat rods, customs, all makes and models, all years. Bring what you’ve got and have fun! Food trailer by Albertville Lions Club Music Schedule: Thursday, June 22 – Jack Knife and the Sharps Thursday, July 20 – Monroe Crossing Thursday, August 17 – The Scotty Reed Band Call Before You Dig! www.dps.mn.gov That corner of your yard – you know, the one that gets all that southern light – would be a great place for a garden, you think. Just flowers, nothing complicated. You’ll only be digging about six or eight inches down, so you probably won’t hit anything important, right? Wrong. Underground utilities such as natural gas can run just inches from the surface – and hitting one with a shovel could be deadly. And it’s not just natural gas. You could hit a power line, too – and how would you feel if that caused, say, an entire hospital or your whole neighborhood to lose power? You could be putting others at risk as well as yourself. Fortunately, you can eliminate the guesswork (and obey 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. Need to mail something to the City of Albertville? Please use our mailing address: City of Albertville PO Box 9 Albertville, MN 55301 ** Anything mailed and addressed to City of Albertville, 5959 Main Avenue NE, Albertville, MN 55301 will be returned to you from the Postmaster ** NEED TO MAKE A PAYMENT? • Drop box within the City’s parking lot located at 5959 Main Ave. NE. • Front counter within City Hall between the hours of 7 am-5:30 pm M-Th. • ACH Direct Payment through the City with an additional discount offered on each of your monthly utility billings when set up ($2.03 credit applied) – the ACH Direct Payment form can be found on the City website: www.ci.albertville.mn.us. “Your Total Floor Store Since 1986” 763.441.4181 9310 Parrish Ave NE, Otsego LefebvresCarpet.com MORE MOMENTS ARE MADE ON MOHAWK Carpet | Wood Floors | Laminate | Vinyl Luxury Vinyl Tile | Ceramic Tile | Countertops 10% OFF Carpet Purchase Excluding promotional products, labor and stocked items. Coupon must be presented at the time of the order. ALNLSU2023 Summer 2023 | 11 Compost Site is Available 24/7 for Albertville Residents! The area is exclusively used for organic materials that degrade quickly. This includes grass clippings, leaves, mulch, flowers, weeds, sod, and garden waste. Bags must be removed when dumping these items. Small trees less than 3" in diameter, branches, brush, bushes, and other natural wood products are accepted and need to be placed in a separate wood and brush pile at the site. **Contractors who perform tree and brush services for hire are not permitted to use the site.** No dumping of stumps, oversized tree trunks, lumber, rocks, clay, spoils from excavation, concrete bituminous, or any other nonorganic material. Dumping of garbage, petroleum products, chemicals, electronic equipment, appliances, and other inorganic items is prohibited. For map and directions: ci.albertville.mn.us/services/compost 2023 Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements The City of Albertville operates and maintains its own Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF). The facility is designed to collect, treat, and safely discharge its resulting effluent and biosolids.  Albertville’s WWTF was originally constructed in 2000. In 2005, the facility was expanded to accommodate the City’s growth and the additional wastewater flows. In 2019, due to more stringent environmental standards, the WWTF’s point of discharge was relocated from the adjacent Hunter’s Lake to the Mississippi River approximately five miles away.  Beginning this summer, the facility will undergo a number of improvements, including a new mechanical biosolids dewatering system, electrical upgrades, and replacement of aging equipment. The project cost is approximately $11,500,000 and will be completed over the next two years. The City has been budgeting for this project for a number of years and has successfully lobbied for state and county funding.  For more information on the project please contact City Hall.  Interested? ENROLLING NOW! Our families and staff value educating the whole child and working together to provide our students with the best educational experience possible. Because of this partnership and dedication, you will see engaged, connected, and inquisitive students. If you are curious to learn more about KCS, where your student’s education is built to suit their unique needs and tailored to their individual strengths, we encourage you to contact us. Schedule a Tour Today! 12 | ci.Albertville.mn.us JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC 5975 Main Ave NEAlbertville, MN 2023 EVENTS QUESTIONS? Contact us: 763-496-6820 • FYCCInformation@gmail.com These events are not sponsored by STMA Schools. School district funds were not used to print the Magnet. For DATES, TIMES & LOCATION on all of these fun activities, please visit www.myfycc.com MUST REGISTER FOR EACH EVENT @ MyFYCC.com No Tap Fundraiser Family Bingo Bike Rodeo Power of ProduceSr. Power of ProduceReading In The ParkFamily Night in the ParkPenny CarnivalTouch A Truck Open Streets Family Bingo Santa Visit Father Daughter Dance Family Bingo Bunny Bingo Easter Event AFCD Family BingoThe SPOTReading In The ParkFamily Night in the ParkDueling Pianos FundraiserMother Son Ninja Power of ProduceSr. Power of ProduceReading In The ParkFamily Night in the ParkDaze & Knights Family Bingo Family Bingo Halloween Event Winterfest Santa Bingo Construction Work Zone Safety Tips www.dot.state.mn.us/workzone/summer.html Summer driving safety Zipper merge SLOW DOWN AND DRIVE WITH CAUTION Drivers traveling too fast and not paying attention are the main causes of work zone crashes. Follow these safe driving tips: • Obey posted speed limits. The fine for speeding in a work zone is $300. • Drive undistracted. Avoid using phones, mobile devices, adjusting the radio – even eating – while in work zones. • Move over. Give workers room to safely complete their work. • Know before you go. Get real-time information about traffic and road conditions at 511mn.org or download the free 511mn app at Google Play or the App Store. • Be patient. Expect delays, especially during peak travel times. • Do the zipper merge. • Avoid making unnecessary lane changes. • Never enter a road blocked with barriers or cones. • Expect work zones to constantly change. Day to day, you could experience lane shifts, closures, narrower lanes, moving workers, and vehicles. Summer 2023 | 13 Water Conservation INDOORS The average Minnesota resident uses about 52 gallons per person per day. See below for the many ways you can save water in your home with toilets, showers, clothes washing, faucets, and leaks. Home water use calculator: www.dnr.state.mn.us/water/watermgmt The questions in the Water Use Calculator help you estimate how much water you use, how your consumption compares to the average American home, and what you can save by switching to more efficient appliances. • Showers • Toilets • Clothes washing machines • Taps and faucets • Leaks OUTDOORS Outdoors, Americans use nearly 9 billion gallons daily on their lawns and landscaping. Home lawns and landscapes are often over watered. In Minnesota, most outdoor water use occurs during the hotter summer months. Excessive watering can strain water resources. There are ways to reduce consumption while retaining an attractive landscape. • Irrigation timing • Drought resistant and native plants • Efficient landscaping Calendar Sprinkling is Mandatory June 1st through September 30th • ODD addresses may water on ODD days only. • EVEN addresses may water on EVEN days only. • The day BEGINS AT MIDNIGHT and ENDS AT MIDNIGHT. • You cannot sprinkle between 10 am and 7 pm. FOR EXAMPLE: You live at 123 Sunflower Lane: You may sprinkle on June 17, beginning at midnight and up until 10 am. If you prefer to water in the evening, you may also sprinkle on June 17, from 7 pm and up until midnight. • New sod and seed are exempt from watering restrictions for 60 days only. To claim this exemption, you must notify the Water Dept. at 763.497.3611 as soon as possible. Exemptions are NOT issued if you’ve been exempt two previous sprinkling seasons. • KIDS CAN RUN IN THE SPRINKLER ANYTIME. DO NOT USE YOUR IRRIGATION SYSTEM or leave the sprinkler unattended. • A violation will cost $75 the first time and goes up by $25 for each additional violation. 14 | ci.Albertville.mn.us 2022 Audited Financial Statement The City of Albertville contracts with Abdo Eick & Meyers, LLP to complete the annual financial statement audit. They have given the City an unqualified opinion that the 2022 Financial Statements are fairly and appropriately presented. TAXES Key Performance Indicators 5 General Fund Balances 72.0%75.0% 92.5% 60.0% 60.6% $3,129,657 $3,302,964 $3,458,127 $3,630,365 $4,013,433 35%35%35%35%35% $- $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 $4,000,000 $4,500,000 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Unassigned Fund Balance Budget MinimumFund Balance Policy 17 Taxes Key Performance Indicators 2019 2020 2021 2022 Class 4 Cities 58.1% 58.8% 57.6%N/A Cities in Wright County 58.0% 56.0% 53.9%N/A City of Albertville 47.3% 47.1% 46.8% 46.8% 0.0% 10.0% 20.0% 30.0% 40.0% 50.0% 60.0% 70.0% Tax Rates 2019 2020 2021 2022 Class 4 Cities $574 $606 $630 N/A Cities in Wright County $532 $549 $565 N/A City of Albertville $566 $561 $545 $594 $- $100 $200 $300 $400 $500 GENERAL FUND BALANCES Campfire Safety • Use a fire ring and build your fire at least five feet away from any combustible material. • Keep a bucket of water nearby to put out the fire. • Keep a kid-free zone of three feet around the campfire. • Never leave your campfire unattended. • Check burning restrictions with the DNR before starting your campfire. DID YOU KNOW? • Approximately 98 percent of wildfires in Minnesota are caused by humans. • More than 50 wildfires are started each year in Minnesota by campfires that are not completely extinguished, too large, or unattended. Fireworks Safety • Only use Minnesota-legal fireworks like sparklers, fountains, ground spinners, and snappers. Fireworks that explode or shoot into the air are illegal in Minnesota. • Point fireworks away from people and animals. • Use fireworks in an open area away from trees and houses. • Extinguish and dispose of spent fireworks in a bucket of water. Do not try to relight a dud. • Always use caution around fireworks and make sure children are supervised. DID YOU KNOW? • More than 30 percent of fireworks injuries are from sparklers. • There is an average of 75 hospital visits each year in Minnesota due to fireworks injuries. • Nearly 45 percent of fireworks injuries each year happen to children. A copy of the entire audit report can be found at ci.albertville.mn.us. City Parking PARKING FOR CERTAIN PURPOSES PROHIBITED WITHIN THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE (CITY CODE 7-2-3) No person shall, for camping purposes, leave or park a house trailer, motor home, or recreational vehicle on any public street, highway, alley, or other right of way thereof, nor shall any person park a vehicle upon the street or roadway for the principal purpose of: (2005 Code) a) Displaying such vehicle for sale. b) Washing, greasing, or repairing such vehicle, except such repairs as are necessitated by an emergency. c) Displaying advertising. d) Selling merchandise from such vehicle, except in a duly established marketplace or when so authorized or licensed under the city ordinances. e) Storage, or as junk or dead storage, for more than forty-eight (48) hours. f) Storage of camping trailers, utility trailers, or any trailer that is not attached to a motor vehicle. (Ord. 1984-4; amd. Ord. 1989-4; Ord. 2019-07, 9-16-2019) MAXIMUM TIME LIMIT PARKING (CITY CODE 7-2-4) No person shall park a vehicle on any public street, highway, or alley for more than forty-eight (48) consecutive hours at any time. (Ord. 1989-4) Summer 2023 | 15 Pet Poop Safety www.cdc.gov for more info and tips. STAY HEALTHY AROUND YOUR PET’S POOP Poop is a fact of life when you have a pet. Poop from pets, like dogs and cats, can carry germs like bacteria and parasites that can make people sick. Poop from pets can also contaminate waterways and harm the environment. Practice responsible pet poop habits to keep yourself, your family, and the environment healthy. SCOOP THE POOP! • Always pick up dog poop and dispose of it properly. • Dog poop should be picked up, even in your own yard, and especially in areas where children may play. • Clean litter boxes daily and change the litter weekly. • People with weakened immune systems and pregnant women should not clean litter boxes if possible, as they are more at risk for complications from germs spread by cats. If no one else can perform the task, wear disposable gloves and wash your hands afterwards. • Keep your cat’s litter box away from other animals, children, and food preparation areas. Up to two recreational vehicles may be stored on 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, but must be located at least 15 feet from the street and cannot block the public sidewalk. Storage in a side yard must be on the garage side of the home with access via an existing driveway. Must be at least two feet from the property line. Storage in a rear yard must be at least five feet from the rear and side property lines. The storage area and drive access must be surfaced with asphalt, concrete, or crushed rock with a border that prevents erosion. For more information, contact the Building Department at 763.497.3384 or visit www.ci.albertville.mn.us. Albertville Lions 7th Annual Cruisin’ & Rock’n – Car Cruisin’ PIG ROAST – CARS – MUSIC SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 | 2-9 PM CENTRAL PARK, 5801 MAIN AVE. 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Generally, work includes milling off the top layer of pavement, replacing damaged curb, and overlaying the project streets with two inches of bituminous pavement.  Residents on project streets will receive a project newsletter prior to the start of the project.  If you have received a notice via the mail from the Utility Department to update or service your water meter, and you have not scheduled your appointment yet, promptly contact Tracey in the Utility Billing Department. Call 763.497.3384 Monday through Thursday from 7 am to 5:30 pm. 68TH ST NE 69TH ST NE W LAKETOWNE DRDRLINWOOD DRAVEKAHL61STPLACE 64TH ST CSA H 3 7 62ND STKARSTON AVE61ST ST NE 61ST ST NE KARSTON AVE KAHLER DR62ND ST KAHLER CSA H 3 7 LA BEAUX AVECSAH 19INTE R S T A T E 9 4CSAH 19LA BEAUX AVE53RDLAKE AVE53RD ST 52ND STMAIN AVE51ST ST LANNON AVEAVEK A I T L I N AVEAVECIRKARMENAVE CIRLAKEWOODSCHOOL LAKE HUNTERSLAKE 2023 Street Improvements R LEGEND PROPOSEDPROJECT AREA STREET OBSTRUCTIONS No Dumpsters or Landscaping Materials on City Streets Residents are reminded that it is illegal to place dumpsters or landscaping materials on City streets. The City has received a number of complaints this summer about materials and dumpsters being placed on City streets. Residents must have dumpsters, mulch, and other items delivered to their driveways or yards.