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Home My Public Portal AboutFeb/March Medina Message 20242052 County Road 24 Medina, MN 55340-9790 Feb / March 2024 CITY HALL 2052 County Road 24 Medina, MN 55340 p: 763-473-4643 f: 763-473-9359 e: city@medinamn.gov City Hall Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. PUBLIC SAFETY 600 Clydesdale Trail Medina, MN 55340 p: 763-473-9209 f: 763-473-8858 e: police@medinamn.gov Police Department Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mayor Kathleen Martin 612-344-1111 City Council Dino DesLauriers 612-812-3290 Todd Albers 763-360-5532 Joseph Cavanaugh 763-473-5123 Robin Reid 763-670-7614 City Council Meetings First & third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Meetings Second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Park Commission Meetings Third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Inside this issue: Election Information ....................................... Pg. 1 Board of Appeal and Equalization ................ Pg. 1 2024 Approved Budget ................................... Pg. 2 Community Programs ..................................... Pg. 2 Online Building Permits .................................. Pg. 3 Land Use Applications .................................... Pg. 3 Clean-Up Day ................................................... Pg. 4 Smart Salting ..................................................... Pg. 4 Household Hazardous Waste ......................... Pg. 4 Snowmobile Safety ........................................... Pg. 5 Ice Safety ........................................................... Pg. 5 Spring Road Weight Restrictions ................... Pg. 5 City Meeting & Event Calendar February 2024 6th Tues—City Council 7 pm 13th Tues—Planning Commission 7 pm 19th Mon—City Offices Closed 20th Tues—City Council Work Session 6 pm 20th Tues—City Council 7 pm 21st Wed—Park Commission 7pm 27th Tues—Precinct Caucuses March 2024 5th Tues—Election Day 6th Wed—City Council 7 pm 12th Tues—Planning Commission 7 pm 19th Tues—City Council Work Session 6 pm 19th Tues—City Council 7 pm 20th Wed—Park Commission 7pm All meetings at City Hall unless otherwise noted. See city website for current info: www.medinamn.us Meeting agendas & packets on website when available. The Dangers of Toxic Dog Waste Dog waste can be more than annoying and smelly – it can also be hazardous to the health of both humans and animals. Pet waste contains bacteria that can wash into our waterways; and is labeled a non-point source of pollutant by the Environmental Protection Agency. When pet waste is improperly disposed of, it can be picked up by stormwater runoff and washed into storm drains or nearby waterbodies. Since storm drains do not always connect to treatment facilities, untreated animal feces often end up in lakes, streams, and wetlands, causing significant water pollution. Per City Code 515, Subd.8(g), it is unlawful for any person to have custody or control of any pet in a park without possessing an appropriate method for cleaning up pet feces and disposing of the feces in a sanitary manner. Exposure to pet waste can also lead to problems for nearby animals. Some of them include: Canine Parvovirus, Fecal Coliform Bacteria, Giardia, and Whipworms. That’s why it’s crucial to CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PET! CITY HALL 2052 County Road 24 Medina, MN 55340 p: 763-473-4643 f: 763-473-9359 e: city@medinamn.gov City Hall Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. PUBLIC SAFETY 600 Clydesdale Trail Medina, MN 55340 p: 763-473-9209 f: 763-473-8858 e: police@medinamn.gov Police Department Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mayor Kathleen Martin 612-344-1111 City Council Dino DesLauriers 612-812-3290 Todd Albers 763-360-5532 Joseph Cavanaugh 763-473-5123 Robin Reid 763-670-7614 City Council Meetings First & third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Meetings Second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Park Commission Meetings Third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Feb / March 2024 Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting The meeting will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. This meeting is held annually for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the 2024 assessed property values or property classifications in the City of Medina. Contact the City Assessor at 763-473-3978 or Hennepin County at 612-348-3046. More information can be found on the website: www.medinamn.us/boa/. Inside this issue: Election Information ....................................... Pg. 1 Board of Appeal and Equalization ................ Pg. 1 2024 Approved Budget ................................... Pg. 2 Community Programs ..................................... Pg. 2 Online Building Permits .................................. Pg. 3 Land Use Applications .................................... Pg. 3 Clean-Up Day ................................................... Pg. 4 Smart Salting ..................................................... Pg. 4 Household Hazardous Waste ......................... Pg. 4 Snowmobile Safety ........................................... Pg. 5 Ice Safety ........................................................... Pg. 5 Spring Road Weight Restrictions ................... Pg. 5 City Meeting & Event Calendar February 2024 6th Tues—City Council 7 pm 13th Tues—Planning Commission 7 pm 19th Mon—City Offices Closed 20th Tues—City Council Work Session 6 pm 20th Tues—City Council 7 pm 21st Wed—Park Commission 7pm 27th Tues—Precinct Caucuses March 2024 5th Tues—Election Day 6th Wed—City Council 7 pm 12th Tues—Planning Commission 7 pm 19th Tues—City Council Work Session 6 pm 19th Tues—City Council 7 pm 20th Wed—Park Commission 7pm All meetings at City Hall unless otherwise noted. See city website for current info: www.medinamn.us Meeting agendas & packets on website when available. The Dangers of Toxic Dog Waste Dog waste can be more than annoying and smelly – it can also be hazardous to the health of both humans and animals. Pet waste contains bacteria that can wash into our waterways; and is labeled a non-point source of pollutant by the Environmental Protection Agency. When pet waste is improperly disposed of, it can be picked up by stormwater runoff and washed into storm drains or nearby waterbodies. Since storm drains do not always connect to treatment facilities, untreated animal feces often end up in lakes, streams, and wetlands, causing significant water pollution. Per City Code 515, Subd.8(g), it is unlawful for any person to have custody or control of any pet in a park without possessing an appropriate method for cleaning up pet feces and disposing of the feces in a sanitary manner. Exposure to pet waste can also lead to problems for nearby animals. Some of them include: Canine Parvovirus, Fecal Coliform Bacteria, Giardia, and Whipworms. That’s why it’s crucial to CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PET! CITY HALL 2052 County Road 24 Medina, MN 55340 p: 763-473-4643 f: 763-473-9359 e: city@medinamn.gov City Hall Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. PUBLIC SAFETY 600 Clydesdale Trail Medina, MN 55340 p: 763-473-9209 f: 763-473-8858 e: police@medinamn.gov Police Department Office Hours Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mayor Kathleen Martin 612-344-1111 City Council Dino DesLauriers 612-812-3290 Todd Albers 763-360-5532 Joseph Cavanaugh 763-473-5123 Robin Reid 763-670-7614 City Council Meetings First & third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Meetings Second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Park Commission Meetings Third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Feb / March 2024 Board of Appeal & Equalization Meeting The meeting will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. This meeting is held annually for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the 2024 assessed property values or property classifications in the City of Medina. Contact the City Assessor at 763-473-3978 or Hennepin County at 612-348-3046. More information can be found on the website: www.medinamn.us/boa/. Finance & Community Programs Page 2 Feb / March 2024 2024 General Fund Budget The final General Fund Budget for 2024 was approved on December 5, 2023, in the amount of $6,644,370, an increase of $74,326 or 1.1% from the 2023 General Fund Budget. The General Fund total property tax levy for 2024 was authorized for $5,045,897, a decrease of $44,603 from the 2023 General Fund levy. The overall 2024 property tax levy was approved for $6,104,644, an increase of 1.7% or $103,698 over the total 2023 levy. For the 2024 budget, we will see an increase of 9.7% in market value, 2.5% being attributed to new construction. Community Recreation & Education Programs Baseball - Registration opened January 3 with limited availability for the 2024 Hamel Athletic Club Season. Please visit their website for details and information on availability: www.hamelbaseball.org Tennis - Registration will open on February 17. AgreTennis lessons are a great avenue to give the sport a try, whether in adult drop in lessons on Sundays or week-long kids sessions at Hamel Legion Park. For more information, or for a free adult lesson for any Medina resident who is new to AgreTennis, please visit: agretennis@live.com or "like" Agretennis on Facebook. Three Rivers Park District - Offers numerous programs and events throughout the year! Discover the outdoors, explore history, learn about nature and more. Registration opens the third Wednesday of each month at 8 AM for programs that take place two months later. See what’s happening at your favorite park or browse programs via their website at: www.threeriversparks.org/page/three-rivers-programs or call (763) 559-6700. YMCA Camp Ihduhapi - Offers numerous programs and events throughout the year! Their activities help kids (ages 7 to 16) of all backgrounds and abilities to build integrity, self-reliance and leadership. Ihduhapi’s progressive skill development, adventure programs and leadership development keep kids coming back, year after year. Visit their website to learn more: www.ymcanorth.org/camps/camp_ihduhapi Opportunities for all ages: lifelong learning, activities, and community connections! Orono Public Schools Community Ed information is available at: www.orono.ce.eleyo.com Wayzata Public Schools Community Ed information is available at: www.wayzataschools.org/communityed Delano Public Schools Community Ed information is available at: www.delanocommunityed.com/ Rockford Public Schools Community Ed information is available at: www.rockford.ce.eleyo.com/ 2023 Budget 2024 Budget 2023 Budget 2024 Budget 2023 Budget 2024 Budget 2023 Budget 2024 Budget Revenues Operating (OP) Revenues Property Tax Levy 6,000,946$ 6,054,644$ Charges for Services 1,421,200$ 1,642,400$ 941,839$ 1,001,798$ 277,500$ 299,500$ Other Taxes 142,000$ 74,000$ Total OP Revenues 1,421,200$ 1,642,400$ 941,839$ 1,001,798$ 277,500$ 299,500$ Tax Increments 548,846$ -$ Special Assessments 57,455$ 49,679$ Operating Expenses Licenses & Permits 509,400$ 380,483$ Personnel Services 247,244$ 254,921$ 154,094$ 157,904$ 84,324$ 86,294$ Intergovernmental 1,579,379$ 427,381$ Supplies 207,870$ 209,870$ 5,880$ 4,580$ 750$ 800$ Charges for Services 512,871$ 696,015$ Other Services & Charges 1,134,550$ 294,050$ 566,500$ 686,183$ 191,100$ 232,677$ Fines and Forfeits 75,000$ 55,000$ Depreciation 380,000$ 450,000$ 125,000$ 150,000$ 75,000$ 75,000$ Miscellaneous 123,018$ 130,848$ Sale of Assets 20,000$ 20,000$ Total Operating Expenses 1,969,664$ 1,208,841$ 851,474$ 998,667$ 351,174$ 394,771$ Proceeds from Bond Sales -$ -$ Transfers from Other Funds 1,086,774$ 741,629$ Operating Income (Loss)(548,464)$ 433,559$ 90,365$ 3,131$ (73,674)$ (95,271)$ Total Revenues 10,655,689$ 8,629,679$ Expenditures Non-Operating Revenues General Government 1,511,432$ 1,510,959$ Water Connection Fees 10,000$ 10,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Public Safety 3,273,024$ 3,622,134$ Interest Earnings -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Public Works 864,480$ 902,168$ Miscellaneous -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Parks & Recreation 355,390$ 400,379$ Non-Operating Expenses Economic Development 60,949$ 68,632$ Reserves Debt Service 860,710$ 942,438$ Interest Expense (2,594)$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Bond Refunding -$ -$ Transfers from Other Funds 206,794$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Capital Outlay 7,372,501$ 2,909,265$ Transfers to Other Funds (131,613)$ (134,122)$ (135,349)$ (137,651)$ (65,493)$ (67,458)$ Transfers to Other Funds 1,067,062$ 352,398$ Net Income (Loss)(465,877)$ 309,437$ (44,984)$ (134,520)$ (139,167)$ (162,729)$ Total Expenditures 15,365,548$ 10,708,373$ Capital Outlay 850,000$ 850,000$ 60,000$ 50,000$ 130,000$ 170,000$ Increase (Decrease) in Governmental Fund Balance (4,709,859)$ (2,078,694)$ Debt Service Principal 205,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Governmental Funds 2023-2024 Adopted Budgets Enterprise Funds 2023-2024 Proposed Budgets Water Fund Sewer Fund Storm Water Fund Feb / March 2024 Page 5 Public Safety Snowmobile Safety The Medina Police Department and MN Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging for snowmobile riding safety. Per the DNR, there were 11 snowmobile accident fatalities in 2023. With snow still on its way in 2024, the Medina Police Department wants to share some tips on how to have a safe ride: • Don’t ride impaired. Drinking and riding is a primary cause of crashes and plays a role in about 60% of fatal crashes. • Be careful on the ice. In recent years, nearly every through-the-ice fatality has involved people who were riding a snow- mobile or an all-terrain vehicle when they fell through. There must be at least 5”-7" of new, clear ice to support the weight of a snowmobile and rider. Check the ice thickness as you go. • Stay on marked trails. Minnesota’s snowmobile clubs work hard to maintain good riding conditions on the state’s trails. Riders who stay on groomed trails are less likely to strike an obstacle or trespass onto private property - there are civil penalties for snowmobile trespass. Riders can check trail conditions on the DNR website before heading out. • Watch your speed and stay to the right. Going too fast is another main cause of crashes. Many serious and fatal crashes occur when a speeding snowmobiler loses control or strikes an object. When meeting another snowmobile, always slow down and stay to the right. • Take a snowmobile safety course. It is required of anyone born after 1976 and recommended for everyone. People with snowmobile safety certification are less likely to be involved in serious or fatal crashes. • Check local city ordinances. Do some research on the city where you plan to ride to determine if that city has any special ordinances regarding the operation of snowmobiles. City ordinances may be more restrictive regarding the operation of snowmobiles in that community. For additional safety tips, check out the MN DNR website: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/ snowmobiling/safety.html Ice Safety When is ice considered safe? The truth is, there is no 100% guarantee. Temperature, appearance, thickness, and age of the ice is not a fair judge. While strength of ice can be based on these factors, other factors including the water currents, distribution of weight on the ice, climate conditions, depth of the water under the ice, and the size of the water body also need to be included. • Booming or cracking isn’t specifically dangerous. It is only an indication that ice is expanding and contracting with temperature changes. • Ice forms over currents and flowing water is often dangerous. Streams, bridges, culverts, and on outside river bends for example are usually weaker due to undermining effects of the faster current. It is best to avoid these areas. • New ice is stronger than old ice. A foot or more of old ice may not support one person on foot, whereas four inches of clear, newly formed ice may. • Snow slows the freezing process. Snow has an insulating effect, causing ice formation to slow. Additionally, the extra weight of the snow reduces how much weight ice can support. • Ice doesn’t freeze evenly. Ice near the edge of a body of water can be weaker while ice further out may be thicker. It can also be thick in one location and extremely thin only a few feet away. Bring an ice chisel, auger, cordless drill, or tape measure with and measure as you go. • Underneath the ice. The movement of fish under the water can dredge warm water up from the bottom of lakes, causing open holes and break-through incidents. For additional information, refer to the MN Department of Natural Resources website: https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html Spring Road Weight Restriction Enforcement Seasonal road weight restrictions will go into effect in early March. The City does not issue permits during road weight restrictions, other than for emergency utility situations. If you are planning a construction project, please ensure that you have your materials delivered prior to the weight restrictions. The reason for the restrictions is to protect our roads and to keep the cost of road repair down for all taxpayers. We ask all of our residents and business owners to keep an eye out for large trucks using the roads during the restriction period. If you see them using a restricted road, please call 9-1-1 and report it. Help protect your roads! When will road weight restrictions be lifted? There are a lot of variables that determine when the signs for the restrictions are posted and when they are taken down, such as: how long the cold weather holds out, how fast the frost starts coming out of the ground as the weather starts warming up, which vulnerable roads will need to have the restrictions kept on longer than the State, etc. Please watch the City’s website for up-to-date information on which streets are posted and when those streets get lifted at http://medinamn.us/road-restrictions/. Page 4 Feb / March 2024 Public Works TIPS FOR REDUCING HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE IN YOUR HOME Drain Cleaner Use a plunger or plumber's snake. Glass Cleaner Mix one tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice in one quart of water. Spray on and use newspaper to dry. Furniture Polish Mix one teaspoon of lemon juice in one pint of mineral or vegetable oil and wipe furniture. Rug Deodorizer Liberally sprinkle carpets with baking soda. Wait at least 15 minutes and vacuum. Repeat if necessary. Silver Polish Boil two to three inches of water in a shallow pan with one teaspoon of salt, one teaspoon of baking soda and a sheet of aluminum foil. Totally submerge silver and boil for two to three more minutes. Wipe away tarnish and repeat if necessary. Mothballs Use cedar chips, lavender flowers, rosemary, mints, or white peppercorns. Land Use Applications Under Review The following land projects are currently under review by the City. For more information or for an update on the review schedule, please visit http://medinamn.us/citygov/departments/planning-zoning/ or contact the Planning Department at (763) 473-4643, ext. 1. Hamel Apartment – 500 Hamel Rd – Medina Apartments LLC proposes to construct an 89-unit market rate apartment building and has requested approval of a site plan review and variance to increase the front setback from Hamel Road. The Planning Commission may review at either the February 13 or March 12 meeting. Contact Planning Department for more information on schedule. Spotless and Seamless Warehouse – 2382 Highway 55 – Spotless and Seamless Exteriors has requested approval of a site plan review for construction of a new warehouse. The Planning Commission is tentatively scheduled to review at the February 13 or March 12 meeting. Page 3 Feb / March 2024 Planning & Building Permits Medina Transitions to New Online Building Permit Portal As of January 1, 2024, Medina has transitioned to a new online portal for building permits. Contractors and property owners will be able to submit applications and plans electronically, track the review process, pay for, and receive permits electronically. Electronic check payments will now also be accepted, greatly reducing the cost to customers compared to credit card payments. To apply for a building permit, visit https://medinamn.portal.opengov.com or scan the code to the right. Permit applications will no longer be accepted via email. Applicants will be required to setup an OpenGov account. This platform is used in several other Minnesota communities, and an applicant can use the same sign-in credentials for all cities. Any questions regarding the platform can be directed to the Planning Department at 763-473-4643 x1 or permits@medinamn.gov. Page 4 Feb / March 2024 Public Works TIPS FOR REDUCING HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE IN YOUR HOME Drain Cleaner Use a plunger or plumber's snake. Glass Cleaner Mix one tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice in one quart of water. Spray on and use newspaper to dry. Furniture Polish Mix one teaspoon of lemon juice in one pint of mineral or vegetable oil and wipe furniture. Rug Deodorizer Liberally sprinkle carpets with baking soda. Wait at least 15 minutes and vacuum. Repeat if necessary. Silver Polish Boil two to three inches of water in a shallow pan with one teaspoon of salt, one teaspoon of baking soda and a sheet of aluminum foil. Totally submerge silver and boil for two to three more minutes. Wipe away tarnish and repeat if necessary. Mothballs Use cedar chips, lavender flowers, rosemary, mints, or white peppercorns. Land Use Applications Under Review The following land projects are currently under review by the City. For more information or for an update on the review schedule, please visit http://medinamn.us/citygov/departments/planning-zoning/ or contact the Planning Department at (763) 473-4643, ext. 1. Hamel Apartment – 500 Hamel Rd – Medina Apartments LLC proposes to construct an 89-unit market rate apartment building and has requested approval of a site plan review and variance to increase the front setback from Hamel Road. The Planning Commission may review at either the February 13 or March 12 meeting. Contact Planning Department for more information on schedule. Spotless and Seamless Warehouse – 2382 Highway 55 – Spotless and Seamless Exteriors has requested approval of a site plan review for construction of a new warehouse. The Planning Commission is tentatively scheduled to review at the February 13 or March 12 meeting. Page 3 Feb / March 2024 Planning & Building Permits Medina Transitions to New Online Building Permit Portal As of January 1, 2024, Medina has transitioned to a new online portal for building permits. Contractors and property owners will be able to submit applications and plans electronically, track the review process, pay for, and receive permits electronically. Electronic check payments will now also be accepted, greatly reducing the cost to customers compared to credit card payments. To apply for a building permit, visit https://medinamn.portal.opengov.com or scan the code to the right. Permit applications will no longer be accepted via email. Applicants will be required to setup an OpenGov account. This platform is used in several other Minnesota communities, and an applicant can use the same sign-in credentials for all cities. Any questions regarding the platform can be directed to the Planning Department at 763-473-4643 x1 or permits@medinamn.gov.