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 From Your Mayor
Hello Spring Park! I think it is safe to say that none of us expected to start Spring 2020 in the middle of a "Stay at Home" order due to the coronavirus. Hopefully, the steps that have been taken will help flatten the curve and get us back to a somewhat normal existence in the near future. I am happy to see that the weather has been cooperating lately by providing sunshine and beautiful days for walking to help us get through the many hours spent indoors.
On April 6 the City Council held its first ever virtual City Council meeting. Because of the current health pandemic, it has been determined that in-person meetings are not practical. At this meeting, the City Council officially declared a local emergency in Resolution 20-11 due to COVID-19 and the serious public health concerns and uncertainty that accompany this virus. The current local declaration will continue until at least Monday, May 4, 2020.
Furthermore, at the same April 6 meeting the City Council approved Resolution 20-12 which implemented certain measures to aid and assist Spring Park residents and businesses. The City of Spring Park recognizes that residents and business owners may be experiencing some financial difficulties during this uncertain time. The Spring Park City Council voted to extend the due date for utility payments until July 17. Also, the City will not shut off water services for failure to pay utility fees during April, May, or June of 2020.
I'm sure all of you understand that things are changing daily in regards to COVID-19. Please know that the most up-to-date information regarding Spring Park's response to COVID-19 will be posted in the "News" section of the City website at www.ci.spring-park.mn.us. Please check the website for updates or call City Hall at 952-471-9051 with any questions.
Thank you for allowing me to serve as your Mayor. I hope everybody is able to stay in good health and practice patience during this difficult time. I have faith that we will all be together again soon!
Yours truly,
Jerome P. "Jerry" Rockvam
Your Mayor
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 Spring Clean-Up Day Postponed~
Spring Clean-Up Day
Due
to COVID-19, Spring Park's Spring Curbside Clean-Up Day had to be postponed until Saturday, June 27. As a reminder, this event is for Spring Park residents and apartments only. Due to previous incidents of illegal dumping in the City, this event is not usually publicized on the City website. However, if the event must be further delayed, that information will be posted to the City's website. Please contact City Hall at 952-471-9051 with any questions you may have.
Yard Waste Removal
The
City contracts with the Mulch Store to provide residents with a yard waste drop-off site located in Minnetrista. Spring Park residents (non-commercial) can dispose of yard waste from April 1 until Thanksgiving weekend. Due to COVID-19, currently all transactions must take place at the window. Call 952-446-1056 for more information.
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COVID-19 City Hall Closure ~
City Hall Closed Until At Least May 4
In
response to the extension of Governor Walz's "Stay A t Home" Emergency Executive Order, Spring Park
City Hall will be closed to the public until at least Monday, May 4.
ALL ESSENTIAL CITY FUNCTIONS WILL CONTINUE TO OPERATE AS NORMAL INCLUDING PUBLIC WORKS, POLICE AND FIRE.
City offices will be minimally staffed to ensure essential services continue. City staff will also be working remotely and available for questions by calling the main phone number at (952) 471-9051 during normal business hours.
If you have a specific question that can be sent via email, see below:
- General questions and items
- Building permit applications, special events, food trucks, recycling, and official record keeping
- Utility billing and invoicing related items
- Water, sewer, park, street, and any public works related items
City Council meetings will be conducted virtually during this time. Meeting agendas and online access information will be posted in accordance with Minnesota Statutes and Open Meeting Law on the
City Council agenda webpage and on the doors of Spring Park City Hall.
Minnesota COVID-19 Hotlines:
- School and child care questions:
- 651-297-1304 or 1-800-657-3504 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (seven days a week)
- Health questions:
- 651-201-3920 or 1-800-657-3903 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. (seven days a week)
- Housing questions for single-family residences:
- 651-296-8215 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
- Housing questions for multi-family residences:
- 651-297-4455 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
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From the City Desk~
City Hall summer office hours are effective Monday, May 18 and run through Friday, September 4.
Hydrant Flushing
To ensure that no unnecessary issues occur during the "Stay at Home" order, hydrant flushing will be delayed until the end of May or early June.
Talkin' Toilets
Message from the MPCA - Due to coronavirus concerns, there has been a run on toilet paper in our stores. This may cause you to look for alternative products such as paper towels, facial tissues, baby wipes, flushable wipes and other similar items. These products - including so-called 'flushable' wipes - do not break down like toilet paper and can cause sanitary sewer backups, which in turn can cause additional public health concerns. Please DO NOT flush items other than toilet paper down your toilet.
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City of Spring Park, Minnesota
4349 Warren Ave
Spring Park, MN 55384
www.ci.spring-park.mn.us |
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Council Meetings:
7 p.m.
May 4, 18; Jun 1, 15; Jul 6, 20
Council Work Sessions:
6 p.m.
May 18; Jun 15; Jul 20
Planning Commission
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6 p.m.
May 13; Jun 10; Jul 8
No Sort Recycling:
Fridays
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May 1, 15. 30 (Sat); Jun 12, 26; Jul 10, 24
Utility Bills Due:
Spring Clean-Up Day:
Saturday, June 27
*Spring Park Residents Only*
Office Closed:
May 25; Jul 3
Summer Hours:
Memorial Day to Labor Day
Mon - Thu 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fri 7:30 - 11:30 a.m.
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COUNCIL
Mayor: Jerry Rockvam
Council Members:
Mark Chase
Jeff Hoffman
Pamela Horton
Gary Hughes
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
Chair: Jeff Hoffman
Max Avalos
Bruce Homan
Pete Kaczanowski
Michael Mason
Mound Fire Department
2415 Wilshire Blvd
Mound, MN 55364-1001
Phone: (952) 472-3555
Orono Police Department
2730 Kelley Parkway
Orono, MN 55356
Main Phone: (952) 249-2700
Non-emergency:
(952) 258-5321
Emergency:
911 |
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