HomeMy Public PortalAboutAug Sept 2012 Inside this issue:
2012 Election Information ............................. Pg. 1
Lakeshore Park Boat Launch ......................... Pg. 1
Medina Newsletter Available by Email ......... Pg. 1
Hunting Season is Here Again ....................... Pg. 2
Use Caution During Extreme Heat ............... Pg. 2
City Council Grants Preliminary Approval for the
Enclave at Brockton Subdivision................... Pg. 2
Medina to Study Wind Turbine Regs ............ Pg. 2
Open to Business Program ............................. Pg. 2
City Business Profile: Fortin Chiropractic Health
and Wellness Clinic .......................................... Pg. 3
Watersheds Set 2013 Budgets ........................ Pg. 3
Recycling Providers Accept More Recycling Pg. 3
Erosion Control Projects ................................ Pg. 3
Elm Creek Culvert Replacement ................... Pg. 3
2013 Budget Open House .............................. Back
City Council Saturday Office Hours ............. Back
Night to Unite .................................................. Back
Medina Celebration Day ................................. Insert
City Calendar
August
7th Tues—Night to Unite (various neighborhoods)
8th Wed—City Council Work Session 6:00 pm
8th Wed—City Council 7:00 pm
13th Mon—Planning Commission 7:00 pm
14th Tues—Primary Election Day
15th Wed—Park Commission 7:00 pm
21st Tues—City Council Work Session 6:00 pm
21st Tues—City Council 7:00 pm
September
3rd Mon—City Offices Closed (Holiday)
4th Tues—Budget Open House 6:00 pm
4th Tues—City Council 7:00 pm
11th Tues—Planning Commission 7:00 pm
18th Tues—City Council Work Session 6:00 pm
18th Tues—City Council 7:00 pm
19th Wed—Park Commission 7:00 pm
22nd Sat—Medina Celebration Day (3200 Mill Dr.)
22nd Sat—Council Office Hours (by appointment)
All meetings at City Hall unless otherwise noted.
Meeting agendas on website when available.
Night to Unite—August 7th
Just a quick reminder that the 2012 Night to Unite is August 7th. There
is still time to organize a party in your neighborhood. For assistance, please
contact Community Service Officer Jeff Kordiak at 763-473-9209. Let’s
work together to keep Medina a great place to live.
City Council Saturday Office Hours
City Council Saturday Office Hours will reconvene in September
and continue on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
at City Hall. The office hours are an informal setting and serve as an
opportunity for residents to bring your thoughts to elected officials for a
better Medina.
Residents desiring to meet with an elected official during these Sat-
urday office hours should make an appointment by calling Jodi Gallup,
Assistant to the City Administrator, at City Hall at 763-473-8850 by
noon on Friday before the Saturday session.
2013 Budget Open House—September 4th at 6 p.m.
The City of Medina will be hosting a budget open house on Tuesday,
September 4th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Medina City Hall. A brief
presentation on the proposed 2013 budget and tax levy will be provided at
6:00 p.m., followed by a question and answer session between Medina resi-
dents and City officials.
The City Council will also be considering a resolution to approve the
preliminary tax levy during the regular Council meeting that begins at 7:00
p.m. The City is required to certify the preliminary tax levy to Hennepin
County by September 15th.
DON’T MISS THE MEDINA
CELEBRATION DAY FLIER
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
CITY OFFICE INFO
2052 County Road 24
Medina, MN 55340-9790
p: 763-473-4643
f: 763-473-9359
e: city@ci.medina.mn.us
PUBLIC SAFETY
p: 763-473-9209
f: 763-473-8858
City Hall Office Hours
Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Mayor
Tom Crosby 612-332-9111
City Council
Elizabeth Weir 763-473-3226
Jeff Pederson 612-916-6448
Melissa Martinson 763-473-8082
Mike Siitari 763-473-2563
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.
Newsletter Editor
Jodi Gallup
Assistant to City Administrator
Aug / Sept 2012
2012 Primary and General Election Information
Primary Election: Tuesday, August 14, 2012. Polls open 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
General Election: Tuesday, November 6, 2012. Polls open 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Voting Locations—Medina has two voting precincts that run along school district
boundaries. Residents in the Orono or Delano school districts within the City vote at
Medina City Hall, 2052 County Road 24. Residents in the Wayzata or Rockford school
districts within the City vote at the Hamel Community Building, 3200 Mill Drive. If
you are still unsure where to vote, go to: http://pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us/.
Absentee Voting—Minnesota law allows for a person to apply to vote by absentee
ballot if they are unable to vote in person on election day under certain circumstances.
Residents may obtain an absentee ballot application by visiting the City’s website at
www.ci.medina.mn.us, calling City Hall, or by stopping by City Hall during regular
business hours to fill out absentee materials. Absentee ballots are currently available
through August 13th for the Primary Election and from September 21st through No-
vember 5th for the General Election. Additionally, City Hall will be open from 10 a.m.
to 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 11th and Saturday, November 3rd for absentee voting.
Municipal Elections—Filing for Local Office—The City of Medina will have three
positions on the ballot during the November General Election. The Mayor (2 year
term) and two City Council (4 year terms) positions are at-large positions, representing
all Medina residents.
Persons interested in running for these offices may file at City Hall. The filing peri-
od begins on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 and closes at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 14,
2012.
Questions? Call Election Coordinator Jodi Gallup at 763-473-8850.
Medina Newsletter Now
Available by Email
Residents can now receive the Medina
Newsletter through email. The email ver-
sion will be sent out earlier to residents
than the mailed version. However, resi-
dents will continue to receive the mailed
version of the newsletter even if they re-
ceive the email version because the mail-
ing list is used for a number of city pur-
poses. Please contact Jodi Gallup at
Jodi.gallup@ci.medina.mn.us or (763)473-
8850 if you would like to receive an
emailed version of the newsletter.
Lakeshore Park Boat Launch
The City boat launch at Lakeshore
Park in the Independence Beach neigh-
borhood will be locked starting Monday,
July 30th. Residents can now go to Medi-
na City Hall to apply for a permit and
receive the lock combination. The reason
for requiring a permit to launch a boat at
Lakeshore Park is to make sure residents
are educated about Aquatic Invasive Spe-
cies (AIS) and properly inspecting their
boats to keep additional AIS from enter-
ing Lake Independence.
Public Safety & Planning
Page 2 Aug / Sept 2012
Hunting Season is Here Again
With the re-write of the hunting ordinance last year, every-
one should review the ordinance to make sure they are in com-
pliance with the new restrictions in the sensitive hunting area.
The full ordinance can be located on the city’s website at
www.ci.medina.mn.us.
In 2011, a “No Hunting” map was created for the City of
Medina. Medina residents in the rural residential area, where
hunting is allowed, have the opportunity to have their property
labeled as “No Hunting.” Residents should contact the Medina
Police Department through email to anne@ci.medina.mn.us
and request their property be put on this map designating it as
no hunting. This map will then be distributed with hunting per-
mits so hunters know up front which properties have been des-
ignated as no hunting.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to call the
Medina Police Department at 763-473-9209.
Use Caution During Extremely Hot Weather
In normal weather, the body’s internal thermostat produces
perspiration that evaporates and cools the body. However, in
extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation is slowed and the
body must work extra hard to maintain normal temperature,
which may lead to heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. If you believe you, or anyone you are with, is experienc-
ing a heat-related medical emergency, promptly call 911, and if
possible, move to a cooler place.
Keep these tips in mind to stay cool during extreme heat:
Slow down and avoid strenuous activity
Protect yourself from the sun and use a high SPF sunscreen
Drink plenty of water regularly and eat well balanced meals
Stay indoors as much as possible, if you don’t have air con-
ditioning, go somewhere that does such as a library, shop-
ping center, or friend’s house to get relief from the heat
Never leave children or pets alone in a closed vehicle
Cover windows that receive a lot of sunlight with drapes
City Council Grants Preliminary Approval
for the Enclave at Brockton Subdivision
The City Council granted preliminary plat and general
plan approval for a residential subdivision south of Hamel
Legion Park and west of Brockton Lane. The Enclave at
Brockton includes 95 single-family homes and 23 detached
townhomes. U.S. Home Corporation (Lennar) proposes
to develop the project and integrate it with “The Enclave”
neighborhood currently under construction immediately to
the west. Lennar will still need to obtain final plat approv-
al before beginning construction.
Medina to Study & Consider Amendments
to Wind Turbine Regulations
The City Council authorized a study on the City’s reg-
ulations related to Wind Energy
Conversion Systems (WECS) in
early June. The purpose of the
study is to determine what
amendments are necessary, if
any, to the regulations in order
to prevent WECS from having
an adverse effect on nearby
lands and to protect the public
health, safety, and welfare.
WECS are currently allowed with a conditional use
permit in the rural residential zoning district in the City, as
well as the suburban residential zoning district. The Plan-
ning Commission reviewed the relevant information at the
July 10th Planning Commission meeting and has requested
additional information. The Planning Commission is ten-
tatively scheduled to continue the Public Hearing on Au-
gust 13, 2012.
Free One-on-One Technical Assistance for Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Are you thinking about starting your own business, or are you currently operating a small business and interested in FREE
technical assistance?
Medina has partnered with the Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD)
to offer the “Open to Business” program. This program provides FREE one-on-one assistance
from MCCD’s expert staff, customized to meet the specific needs of each entrepreneur. This can
include creating a business plan, suggestions on financial management and bookkeeping practices,
assisting with marketing, and referrals for financing. MCCD also administers a small business loan
fund which provides capital to expand local businesses. MCCD staff will be available in the area every 2nd Monday of the
month.
For more information or to schedule a session, please contact Rob Smolund from MCCD at rsmolund@mccdmn.org or
(612) 789-7337 ext. 11. More information is available on the City’s website: www.ci.medina.mn.us/ed/OpenToBusiness.htm.
Aug / Sept 2012 Page 3
Community & Environment
Elm Creek Culvert Replacement
The Elm Creek culvert on Elm Creek Drive, near
Hamel Road, is set to be replaced the week of July 23rd
– 27th, weather permitting. Due to pipe deterioration
over several years, the pipe is now caving in and is in
need of replacement. The City will be replacing it with a
more permanent concrete pipe and a sump catch basin
to remove sediment from the street.
City Business Profile:
Fortin Chiropractic Health & Wellness Clinic
Fortin Chiropractic Health & Wellness Clinic is owned and
operated by Dr. Brenda Fortin. They have been serving the local
area for 7 years. Their offices are currently located at 75 Hamel
Road. Dr. Fortin is also President of the Uptown Hamel Business
Group. Fortin Chiropractic Health & Wellness Clinic’s services
include chiropractic, acupuncture and massage therapy. They also
sell vitamins, pillows, ice packs, Biofreeze (Pain Relieving Gel)
and custom arch supports (orthotics). They are In-Network with
all major insurance companies, accept auto, work comp, cash
plans and always offer a free consultation on their services. Men-
tion this article to receive an introductory 60 minute massage spe-
cial for $39 plus tax or stop by and get a free sample of Biofreeze.
For more information, call 763-478-3978 or check out their web-
site at www.FortinHealth.com.
Watersheds Set 2013 Budgets
Each watershed is charged with responsibility to protect, pre-
serve, manage and improve surface and ground water quality by
preventing flooding and soil erosion and filtering polluted run-off
from development and agriculture before it drains into waterbod-
ies. Watersheds achieve these goals by working with cities to fund
capital improvement projects to clean up impaired waterbodies.
Pioneer Sarah and Elm Creek Watersheds set their 2013 Budg-
et by the July 1st State Deadline. The Pioneer Sarah Watershed
Board approved a budget of $12,624.24. This is an increase of
$2,819.17 over the 2012 Budget. The increase was due to the extra
planning expense for the 3rd Generation Plan and the Watershed-
wide TMDL (WRAPP). Pioneer Sarah Watershed is paid through
the City of Medina general tax levy.
The Elm Creek Watershed Board approved an assessment of
$14,774.72. This is a decrease of $39.00 from the 2012 Budget.
Elm Creek Watershed is paid through the City of Medina general
tax levy.
The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) follows
an open, public process to review and adopt its annual budget and
welcomes public input. MCWD is different from the other water-
sheds because they have their own separate taxing jurisdiction.
MCWD program managers prepare annual work plans and budget
drafts each spring and submit them to the MCWD Administrator
in June.
After review by the Administrator, a draft budget is submitted
to the Finance Committee and the Board of Managers for review
in an August workshop session. In September, the MCWD adopts
a preliminary budget and levy. In November, the preliminary
budget is reviewed in detail by the Board of Managers and the final
budget and tax levy are adopted in December. Please go to
www.minnehahacreek.org for information regarding their 2013
Budget process.
Recycling Providers to
Accept More for Recycling
Many Twin Cities recycling service providers, in-
cluding Randy’s Environmental Services, are now ac-
cepting more materials as new markets for recyclable
materials have become available. Things that can now be
recycled in Medina include:
Paper: Mail, magazines, newspaper, boxes, cardboard
Cartons: Milk cartons, juice boxes, soup cartons
Plastic: Bottles, jugs, cups, containers and lids (No. 1-5)
Metal: Food and beverage cans
Glass: Bottles and jars
New technologies,
growing markets, and
new products made
from recycled materi-
als are expanding the
types of things we can
recycle at the curb.
For detailed infor-
mation on materials
currently accepted in
your area, how the
materials should be
sorted, and when they
will be picked up, call your city recycling coordinator or
your recycling service provider. You can also learn more
by visiting www.RethinkRecycling.com.
Erosion Control Projects
Even though there has not been much rain lately and
things seem to be drying out, it is still important to get
erosion control in place when doing outdoor projects. A
rain event could happen at any time and would not take
long to wash out an outdoor landscaping project, allow-
ing the possibility of phosphorus loaded sediments to
ultimately end up in our waterways.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
4:00‐7:30 p.m. – business expo, farmers market,
bingo, and food vendors (some free!!)
4:30‐7:30 p.m. – family fun activities to include
face painting, rides on the antique fire truck,
“Smokey” the bear, K‐9 demonstration, inflatable
bounce toy, Civil War enactment, helicopter, police
car demonstration, city plow truck, pumpkin
painting, games, bonfire and s’mores, etc.
7:30 p.m. – prize drawings for adults and kids.
8:00 p.m. – the GRAND FINALE of the evening will
be a large FIREWORKS display, provided by
donations from Medina Businesses.
Business Opportunities at
Medina Celebration Day
Medina businesses and local farmers are encouraged to participate in the
Business Expo/Farmer’s Market at this years’ Medina Celebration Day on
Saturday, September 22nd from 4-7:30 p.m.
Businesses may want to highlight their business and what it offers to the
community; as well as offer games for the kids, coupons, drawings, or other
give-a-ways. Participating Medina businesses will be asked to set up their
own booth.
Businesses that would like to set up a booth need to preregister by
September 7th. A registration form can be found on the City of Medina’s
website at www.ci.medina.mn.us or contact Linda Lane at 763-473-4643 or
email Linda.lane@ci.medina.mn.us.
A Message from the Celebration Day Committee
The committee is once again looking to businesses, as well as
residents, for donations towards the celebration in order to make it a
memorable event for all. Your potential tax deductible donation can be
directed towards the fireworks display, a specific event, or prizes for
games and/or drawings. Each donating business will be recognized at
the event, as well as after the event. Donations can be made out to
City of Medina and mailed to 2052 County Road 24, Medina, MN
55340; or if you prefer, one of the committee members can stop by to
pick up your donation. Call Linda at 763-473-4643 to schedule a
donation pick up.
Thank you in advance for any help you can give.
Sincerely,
Medina Celebration Day Committee