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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999 Stillwater City NewsletterVOL. 11 • No. 3 �ffici i ity Newsletter October, 1999 216 N Fourth St., Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 CART-SORT BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID Stillwater, MN 55082 Permit No. 206 Postal Patron IN THIS ISSUE Fire Prevention Week m 0 : to r 34. Fire Prevention Week Tree Protection Ordinance Meeting Scheduled Who's Who in City Hall Y2k Open Forum Summary City Adopts Proposed Budget and Tax Levy City Plagued by Graffiti Yard Waste Information A Good Time to Check for Tree Problems Winter Reminders CITY BRIEFS Fire Department Annual Fund Raiser St. Croix Valley United Way Make a Difference Day Monthly Meetings Charter 3rd Monday City Council 1st & 3rd Tuesday Heritage Preservation 1st Monday Human Rights Last Wednesday Library 1st Tuesday Parks Board 4th Monday Planning 2nd Monday Mayor Jay Kimble - 430 -8746 Council Ward 1 Terry Zoller 439 -5286 Ward 2 Eric Thole 430 -3722 Ward 3 Rich Cummings 439 -6539 Ward 4 Gene Bealka 439 -4387 wisely. Do not let the first time you Each year, the Stillwater Fire Department teams up with the National Fire Protection Association to help promote Fire Prevention Week. This year, Fire Prevention Week is October 3 — 9. The National slogan is "Fire Drills: The Great Escape." Testing your smoke alarm monthly, changing your batteries annually, and practicing an escape plan is critical to fire safety in the home. More people die from fires in their homes than any other location. Most people underestimate the power and speed of fire, the darkness of smoke, and the superheated air. In the best case, you have just one or two minutes to safely escape a typical home fire. That is why knowing and practicing an escape plan is so important to allow you to use those minutes practice your drill be the real time! In conjunction with fire departments across North America, the Stillwater Fire Department will sound their sirens on Wednesday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. When you hear these sirens, practice your "Great Escape" with your family. Remember to have a safe meeting place outside your home so everyone knows to go to the same place. The Fire Department will host an "Open House" on Saturday, October 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Fire Station located at 216 N. Fourth Street. There will be demonstrations and refreshments. Also, be sure to watch for the free Community Calendars to be distributed at Cub Foods during Fire Prevention Week. Tree rotection Ordinance Meeting chedthed A public meeting is scheduled for November 4 from 7:00 -9:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall to provide an opportunity for discussion regarding a revised tree protection ordinance for the City- ofStillwater. With development occurring on wooded sites in several areas of the City, there has been citizen concern that tree protection was not adequate. To address this issue, the City Council directed a consulting forester and a citizen Task Force to work on strengthening the existing tree protection language in the City Zoning Code. The goals of the tree protection ordinance are: 1. to protect trees on development sites and minimize tree damage and removal due to construction activities 2. to improve the standard of tree care practices 3. to require adequate tree replacement to mitigate the effects of tree loss due to construction activities 4. to prevent soil erosion on blufflines and slopes caused by removal of trees The proposed ordinance establishes sizes for significant trees which are to be protected, requires site review of development projects in their early phases, and requires a tree inventory and tree protection plan for the site. The ordinance also requires licensing of commercial tree workers and requires a permit for removing trees, six inches in diameter or larger, on or near bluffs, ravines and steep slopes. The ordinance also contains language regarding specifications for replacement trees and calculation of tree replacement. The documents, "Tree Protection Standards" and "Tree Planting Standards" contain guidelines for tree protection and tree planting to insure that protection of existing trees and planting of replacement trees are done in such a way as to insure tree survival and longevity. In the course of the ordinance review process, there has been opposition to adoption of this ordinance. Concerns expressed have included the regulation of private property by City government, the proposed penalties for tree removal, the affected lot size (1 acre in most instances) and interpretation of the ordinance language. The main goal for the public meeting on November 4, as directed by the City Council, is to find a compromise solution regarding the tree protection ordinance. We hope to reach a solution acceptable to residents, City Council and staff that allows for stronger tree protection within the City. Copies of the proposed ordinance (draft 5/99) are available from City Hall (Community Development Dept.) for review before the meeting. The basic framework is in place and the details can be resolved if we work together. The one thing that everyone agrees upon is that trees are an important resource for our community. WHO'S WHO IN CITY HALL KATHY BERWALD Kathy Berwald is a new Sr. Account Clerk with the City and has been in this position since March 1999. Prior to coming to the City, Kathy was with the Minnesota Department of Public Service for 11/2 years. Kathy's responsibilities at the City include processing all utility billings and accounts payable. The things Kathy enjoys most about being employed with the City are working with all the residents and the great customer service she provides to the citizens. WILLIAM MAYAVSKI William Mayayski is a new Patrol Officer with the City. He recently began his tenure in September 1999. Will is a graduate of St. Cloud State University with a degree in Criminal Justice. He also served on the City of St. Cloud Police Department for almost three years, before coming to the City of Stillwater. Will chose a law enforcement career because he likes the variety of work that's involved, "this line of work is challenging and constantly changing." Will likes the City and the beautiful St. Croix Valley area. Having been at the City a little over a month, Will enjoys working with the other employees at the City, "they're a good group of people to work with." When Will is not on -duty with the Police Department, he enjoys all types of athletic activities, especially weightlifting, football, and hockey. DAVID "Choc" JUNKER David "Choc" Junker retired September 15 after serving the community for 13 years as Public Works Director. Born and raised in Stillwater, his devotion to the community has been demonstrated serving as Mayor for two four -years terms and on the Council from January 1985 to February 1986, before becoming the City's Public Works Director from 1986 until he retired. At the small retirement get- together at City Hall Mayor Kimble presented Choc with a certificate of appreciation for this "dedicated, faithful, efficient and courteous service." The City staff will miss Choc's wisdom, thoughtfulness, charm, and humor. We all wish him well in his retirement years, but to those who know him, we know that he will never slow down and his devotion to the community will never end. Y7ik Open F'cruira Summary On August 24, 1999, the City of Stillwater hosted a Y2k Open Forum. Tina Folch - Freiermuth, a former loss control specialist with the League of MN Cities presented the Y2k Personal and Family preparedness session. This session was followed by presentations from various City departments on the City's Y2k preparations. Folch - Freiermuth stated that the best way to prepare forY2k, personally and for your family, is to follow the American Red Cross guidelines. As with any natural disasters, the American Red Cross does not recommend stockpiling and hoarding goods. Rather, they recommend taking some common sense steps, such as: have a battery powered AM /FM radio available; a flashlight and extra batteries; extra blankets; enough nonperishable food and water to last several days to a week. If emergency shelters are needed, the American Red Cross will have shelters open in the Stillwater area. The locations of the emergency shelters will be disclosed only if they are needed. For more information from the Red Cross, please see their website at www.redcross.org. Some other things that you may want to consider doing prior to December 31, 1999 are: keep hard copies of financial statements; contact manufacturers of computer - controlled equipment in your own home (security alarm systems, programmable thermostat, electronic locks, etc.); check with neighbors, especially elderly neighbors, to make sure they understand what may happen. City staff gave an update of the steps the City has taken to prepare forY2k. To date, the City has inventoried all systems; contacted manufacturers and vendors; and tested systems that could be tested. Some systems are not able to be tested because they do not have a visible date mechanism that can be rolled forward. The City is finalizing its contingency and staffing plans. There will be staff working on December 31. However, City Hall will not be open to the public, it will serve as a Command Center, if needed. Police Chief Larry Dauffenbach stated that the Police Department has been working with Washington County on Y2k preparedness measures. The Police Department will be fully staffed the evening of December 31 not only because of Y2k issues, but New Year's Eve is a holiday when people tend to celebrate. Kim Kallestad, the City's Fire Chief, also stated they will have additional staff on duty that evening. This will ensure enough staff is available to respond to an emergency and also deal with any Y2k related issues that may arise. Jim McKnight, Water Board Director and Klayton Eckles, City Engineer, expressed the same concerns when it comes to supplying water and sewer services for the City. Water pumps and sewer lift stations are dependent on electric and telephone lines to operate most efficiently. However, there are manual operating procedures in place if the electric and phone lines are not working. As on all other holidays, both of these departments will have employees available and on call. The City stated their main concern is not Y2k, but residents overreacting to Y2k. The City encourages that residents keep their common sense and respond in a safe and responsible manner. For further information on Y2k, contact the State Office of Technology at (651) 215- 3871 or check out their website at www.y2k.state.mn.us. ,fJ U,tS P / o ci l & 7 d an d Tax L evy The City Council has adopted the proposed 2000 budget and tax levy. The proposed budget stands at $7,453,429 and the proposed levy is $4,315,109 (2% increase over 1999). The City Council will hold its Truth in Taxation hearing on the proposed budget and tax levy at 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 7, 1 999. All Stillwater property owners should receive a statement from Washington County during the month of November. The statement will show the impact the proposed budgets and tax levies (of all taxing jurisdictions) will have on your property taxes. The City's tax levy, which is about 25% of your total property tax bill, is expected to result in a minimal increase in property taxes for most tax payers and in some cases the taxes should actually decrease. Some owners may experience a tax increase if they have an increase in the property's market value. Generally, city related property taxes should increase or decrease slightly as mentioned above. Citizens will have an opportunity to learn more about the budget and the City Council will accept comment on the budget at the Truth in Taxation hearing. VOLUME 4 NUMBER 3 FALL 1999 A PUBLICATI S OF THE STILLWATER PU : IC LIBRARY bet Ile * * * FREE! * * * STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY * 223 NORTH FOURTH STREET * STILLWATER, MN 55082 * 651.439.1675 YOUR DONATIONS MAKE A DIFFERENCE Thanks to everyone who answered the call, we will soon begin our facility study. The study will determine whether or not it is possible to add enough space and parking to our existing building to accommodate future growth in the community. In addition to some generous gifts from private citizens, contributors to the facility study include the City of Stillwater and the Margaret Rivers Foundation. We still must ensure that we can meet the needs of an increased population for books, multimedia materials, and electronic resources. Our endowed fund at the St. Croix Valley Community Foundation, called the Athena Fund, is designed to supplement our materials budgets. To contribute to the Athena Fund, call me at 439 -1675 ext. 18. Lynne Bertalmio, Director FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Our new organization of library supporters and advocates has officers, bylaws, and a name - Friends @ the Stillwater Public Library. The Friends are working on the details of membership. Well have membership forms available at the library so that you can show your support for the library by joining F @SPL. L E T Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday* * September - May HOURS 1 - 9P.M. 10 A.M. - 9 P.M. 10 A.M. - 9 P.M. 1 - 9P.M. 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. 1 - 5P.M. PROGRAMS Preschool Storytime An introduction to books and storytelling for ages 3 to 5 Wednesdays, 10:30 A.M. Toddler Storytime An active program of books and songs for ages 2 & 3 Fridays, Oct. 8 - Nov. 19 10:30 A.M. Bedtime Storytime A pajama party storytime for children 3 and older Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Nov. 18 7 P.M. Blankets and stuffed animals are welcome! Halloween Storytime Stories and fun for children 4 and older Sunday, October 31, 2 -3 P.M. Wear a costume! o u R M I N D ADULT FICTION SHELF SCRAMBLE We offer apologies to all who came to the library this summer, walked to the adult fiction shelves on autopilot, and found that your favorite author had disappeared! Over the summer, we rearranged the fiction shelves. Now romance, science fiction /fantasy, and western novels have their own sections just like mysteries do. Once you get over the shock, we hope that this arrangement will make it easier for you to find reading that you will enjoy. We also have begun to shelve mysteries atop each bookcase. This is not some hot new merchandising technique: were simply running out of space in the fiction section. LOCAL AUTHOR READS Laurie Altmann, formerly a naturalist at the Carpenter Nature Center, will read from her book Far From Tame: Reflections from the Heart of a Continent and answer questions about the ecology of Minnesota and other upper midwestern states. Her book talks of how the interrelationships of plants, animals, and climate create the ecology of our wild places. Ms. Allmann's radio essays are heard on Minnesota Public Radio's Voices from the Heartland. The reading starts at 7:30 P.M., on Monday, October 11. This program is co- sponsored by the Sierra Club. R U N D F E P ! ****beif 3Life*** NEW ELECTRONIC DATABASES Thanks to MELSA, our regional public library system, two new electronic databases - Biography Resource Center and Reference USA - will soon be available on our computer search stations. Biography Research Center gives users easy access to a wealth of biographical information. Reference USA is a database of more than 10.5 million businesses in the United States. It can be searched in numerous ways for information such as company data, parent companies, subsidiaries, sales volume, product lines, employee data, and public company stock exchange information. These are just two of the many databases that are available to library users at our search stations. Although access is through the Internet, these resources are proprietary information not available to everyone browsing the Net. To get the most out of these databases, ask for tips on their use from staff at the Information Desk. COMPUTER WORKSTATION SIGN -UP At peak times toward the end of the last school year, demand for time at computer workstations was intense. To make access fairer and ease waiting, we've started a sign up process at the Information Desk. You may sign up in the library for a half - hour block of time each day. Additional time is available if no one else is waiting. Advance or phone bookings are not taken. Telecommunications have also been upgraded to speed up searching. WINTER READING PROGRAM Not winter already? No, there's still some time before the snow flies; but our winter reading program It's Warm Between the Covers will start January 13, before our next newsletter is issued. This year, the program will expand to include children as well as adults. Watch the local papers in January for details. LOAN PERIOD CHANGES To speed up your progress on those long lists of bestsellers, we're negotiating with the other libraries in the county to shorten the loan period on high- demand materials. Although this may lessen the amount of time that you have with the item, it should also result in a shorter wait. We'll announce the change in the library as soon as it is made, but please be sure to examine the receipt that comes with the items you check out: it indicates the date due for each individual title. Early next year, the system that notifies you electronically about items on reserve will be improved - you'll be able to find out just what titles are being held for you. WHAT'S STILLWATER READING? Rev. Bob Beck is dividing his reading time between John Crossan's Who Killed Jesus? Exposing the Roots Of Anti - Semitism in the Gospel Story of the Death of Jesus, the pre- divorce oeuvre of Tom Clancy, and countless computer magazines. JIM TRELEASE COMES TO STILLWATER Author and reading guru Jim Trelease is convinced that reading aloud to children is the single most important activity towards raising a reader. (We agree!) Jim will share his passion for reading in a dynamic presentation to parents and other adults who work with children on Wednesday, Nov. 3, from 7 to 8:30 P.M., in the Stillwater Area High School auditorium. Author of the popular title The Read - Aloud Handbook, he will bring ideas for dozens of books to read with children of all ages. He'll share both success stories and research with the aim of inspiring the audience to grab a book and read to a child. The program is free, but attendees must call the Born to Read hotline at 651.351.8507 to register. Please indicate if you wish to attend the free dinner which begins at 5:30 P.M. This program is underwritten by the Lakeview Hospital Auxiliary and is sponsored by School District 834, the Stillwater Public Library, and other partners of the local Born to Read initiative. NEW! TODDLER STORYTIME The library offers its first toddler storytimes this fall. An active 30 minutes of books and songs for ages 2 -3, the programs will run on Fridays, Oct. 8 - Nov. 19, at 10:30 A.M. Parents and caregivers are asked to attend the program with their children. No registration is required, but if you or your child have a disability and need assistance, please call the library 10 days prior to the program. ST.CROIX VALLEY RECREATION CENTER FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE FIELD HOUSE OPPORTUNITIES Field House Walking: The field house is available for walking Monday — Friday beginning at 6:OOAM. Pass /Punch Cards are available. Cost: $.50 /youth & senior, 20 punch card for $5.00 $2.00 /adult 20 punch card for $20.00 $3.00 /family 20 punch card for $30.00 Open Field Time: Chance to get out of the cold and wind! Dome is available for family or individual recreation. Adult times: Mondays and Fridays 11:30 AM — 1:30 PM Family/Youth times: Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:00 PM — 4:30 PM Cost: $2.00 /youth & seniors 10 punch card for $15.00 $3.00 /adult 10 punch card for $25.00 $5.00 /family 10 punch card for $40.00 League Registrations: We are currently registering teams for a Monday Night Soccer League, a Tuesday & Thursday Night Softball League, and a Wednesday Night 5 on 5 Touch Football League. Games will begin at 9:00 PM. Last game of the evening will be at 10:00 PM. Team registration fee is $500. Soccer fee $650. Registration forms are available at the Rec Center. 14 game schedules except for soccer, which shall be three 8 -week sessions. Fall/Winter /Spring Youth Soccer Leagues Forming: Session I: Oct. 29 - Dec. 19 * 8 games per session Session II: Jan. 7 - Feb. 27 * Guest players allowed Session III: Mar. 3 - Apr. 30 *On going tryouts For additional information call: Alan Merrick's Soccer Academy (651)- 483 -5000 REGISTRATION FORMS AVAILABLE AT REC CENTER OFFICE Soccer Footskills Clinic: Tsunami footskills clinic on Saturday afternoons, November 6 — December 18. Fee of $50. Registration forms available at the Rec Center office. Ages 8,9,10 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Ages 11 & 12 3:00 pm to 4:00 PM Battings Cages: Available only by appointment until February 1, 2000, at which time a regular schedule will be available. Individual hitting and baseball pitching instruction is available by appointment with Dana Johnson. Call the recreation center for additional information regarding your baseball or softball needs. Bocce Ball League Registration: Seniors interested in 2 man teams for weekday morning league should contact Dana Johnson for additional information. Plans are to run league on Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 am — 11:00 am. Entry fee TBD Golf Driving Range: Monday — Wednesday — Friday 10:00 AM — 2:00 PM beginning January 10th — April 28`11 Wednesday Evenings 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM COST: $7.50 per half -hour. 15 Stations ST.CROIX VALLEY RECREATION CENTER FALL/WINTER SCHEDULE ICE ARENA OPPORTUNITIES Open Skating: Please pick up a schedule at the Rec Center office or visit our the City of Stillwater WEB SITE at: www. ci. stillwater.mn.us Pass /Punch Cards are available. Cost: $2.00 /youth & senior, $3.00 /adult $5.00 /family 10 punch card for $15.00 10 punch card for $25.00 10 punch card for $40.00 Pro Ice Time: Open at 6:OOam Monday — Friday until Oct 31 for those who need time before school or work. Cost is $6.50 per hour with NO coaches' fee. For additional day and evening times, pick up a schedule at the Rec Center office or call and we will gladly fax one to you. Adult Hockey League Registrations: Stop in and get your team registered for this winters action. Who is going to challenge the Marine JEDI for this season's CUP? Games will be scheduled Sunday through Thursday with start times as early as 8:OOPM. Team fee is $800. Officials and jersey will be provided. NO team shall have more than 2 players under the age of 28. NO checking and no slap shots. Play begins in early November. Hockey Camps: We are pleased to announce that in addition to our current local stand out camps offered by Doug Long, Andre' Beaulieu, Scott Bjugstad, et. al., we have added Brad Buetow's Hockey School August 81 — 11th, and the Turcotte Hockey Camp July 7th — 21st More information when it becomes available. ISI Skating Program/Startup Hockey Program: This program will begin Oct. 11th and run through Dec. 18th. Sessions are available on Mondays or Saturdays. Program includes 8 thirty- minute lessons and a pass for 10 open skating sessions. Fee is $55.00. Check to see if there is still space available as registration was in late September. This program will be repeated later this spring. Marketing Opportunities Contact Doug or Dana for information on how you can help the youth of our community through Field House and Arena Advertising. Phone 430 -2601 or stop in! Special Events Plans? The Recreation Center is available for birthday parties, corporate functions or any other special event. Please contact our office for help in planning and arranging your party. 430 -2601 City PI?a u d by affiti Reports of graffiti are on the rise in Stillwater. Graffiti is a general term for wall writing with paint, pen, or other writing instruments. Graffiti is Criminal Damage to Property and the offense can range from misde- meanor to felony. Any damage where repair costs are in excess of $500 is a felony, $200 -$500 is a gross mis- demeanor and under $200 is a mis- demeanor. The repair cost each year for damage done to public and pri- vate property by graffiti vandals is enormous. The police department is increasing its efforts to enforce all the laws and ordinances relating to graffiti vandalism. Each officer will receive training in the investigation of graffiti and in the identification of graffiti vandals. The training alone will not stop graffiti. The police department needs the help of the community in order to investigate graffiti offenses. The police department asks that the public report graffiti as soon as it is discovered. Do not repair the damaged property until an officer has responded and photographed the damage. Get an expert's estimate to repair the damage. The repair estimate will help determine the level of offense when the vandal is caught. Please call immediately when you see vandalism taking place or at anytime you see someone doing something suspicious. Call 351 -4900 for non - emergency reports or 911 if it is an emergency. F Do With This S . The State of Minnesota banned leaves, grass clippings and brush from going to landfills and processing facilities in 1990. Yard waste must not be mixed with regular garbage and needs to be collected separately. Here are some options for disposing of your yard waste: 1. Do not catch grass clippings while mowing. Leave the short clippings on the lawn to conserve soil moisture and return nutrients to the soil. This requires less frequent fertilizing. Grass clippings can also help maintain a healthier lawn by encouraging growth (because the soil temperature is cooler) and reducing lawn wear (because a cushioning layer is created.) 2. Mulch leaves and grass and leave them on your lawn. 3. Backyard composting yields a rich humus that can be used for flower and vegetable gardens, or added to lawns and around trees. Contact Washington County Public Health Department at 430 -6655 for more information about composting. 4. Bag leaves or grass clippings in plastic or paper bags for pickup at curbside. Be sure to place them separately from your regular garbage. 5. Tree branches and brush must be bundled and not exceed 4 feet in length or 35 pounds per bundle for pickup. Yard waste picked up by the City's residential hauler, Waste Management, is composted. l G C F Time To Check � r - - s , ) r " ' i 1 R , aim i �uS Fall is an excellent time to check your landscape trees and woodland areas for any problems. Buckthorn, an imported shrub /small tree which is very invasive in native woodland areas, is controlled well in the fall. Cut off buckthorn close to the ground and apply a systemic herbicide such as Round -Up directly to the freshly cut stump, following label directions. Buckthorn is easy to recognize in the fall since its small, rounded leaves stay green until the ground freezes. If you have oaks which died this summer and there was no construction or other soil disturbance around them, your trees may have oak wilt. Using a vibratory plow to cut the root connections between diseased and healthy trees and removing recently wilted red oaks are two possible control options for this disease. After leaves fall it is easy to check your trees and shrubs for branch and trunk problems such as cankers, splits, or decay. The dormant season, fall and winter, is a good time for tree pruning to train young trees, to clean out dead wood, or correct defects in older trees. If you have any questions about your trees and shrubs, insect or disease problems, identification or care, please call Kathy Widin, the forestry consultant, at 430 -8765. CITY BRIEFS Fire Department Annual Fund Raiser The Stillwater Fire Department Relief Association will hold its Annual Fall Fish Fry and Raffle Fund Raiser on Friday, October 29, 1999 from 5:00 — 7:00 p.m. at the Stillwater VFW Post 323, located at 5880 Omaha Avenue North. Orders will be available for take out. Raffle tickets may be purchased from any Fire Department member or at the Fish Fry. The drawing will be at the Fish Fry and you need not be present to win. See you there! St. Croix Valley United Way Everyone agrees Stillwater and the St. Croix Valley is about the best place to live. But even if you lived in Disneyland, you would never be totally free from life's challenges. Troubled teenagers, marital disagreements, medical problems, too much debt, dependent elderly parents, children who need healthy activities. Where can Stillwater residents go for help? The St. Croix Area United Way supports over 100 programs provided by 34 agencies serving people right here in Stillwater and the St. Croix Valley. Programs range from hospice care to girl scout troops, shelters for the homeless to meals for the elderly. This fall's fund- raising campaign led by Campaign Chair Ann Brookman and 85 other volunteers has a goal of $1.1 million. Help make Stillwater a happier, healthier place to live for all of us. Give generously to the St. Croix Area United Way - your hometown United Way. Make A Difference Day - A National Day of Community Service Autumn leaves will soon be falling. Do you need help raking and bagging yours? Or would you like to make a difference and help someone else rake theirs? "Rake A Difference" on Make A Difference Day is a yard raking project coordinated by Community Volunteer Service, Common Health Clinic, Stillwater Good Samaritan Center, Human Services, Inc., and the St. Croix Area United Way. The project serves senior citizens and adults with disabilities by offering volunteer teams to rake and bag leaves for those who need help in the Stillwater, Bayport, and Lake Elmo areas. If you could use some assistance with raking your leaves or if you would like to volunteer to help rake, call Community Volunteer Service at 439 -7434. "Rake a Difference Day" is scheduled for Saturday, October 23, 1999. Winter Reminders No one wants to get left out in the cold! The City of Stillwater's snow removal staff will be working hard to provide efficient and quality service to the residents of Stillwater during the winter season. Public Works personnel begin plowing, after snow stops, with a forecast of 2 -5 inches. For a forecast of 6 -10" they begin after approximately two inches has fallen. Eight drivers plow approximately 70 miles of commercial and residential streets. Most streets require four passes to be cleared curb to curb. There are also approximately 400 parking stalls of off - street parking in the downtown area. Public Works plow snow from the middle of a street to both sides, to even up the amount of snow that is deposited on each side of the street. The City's snow plowing priorities are: 1. Four routes begin on snow emergency streets. 2. One route begins in the downtown parking lots. 3. One route begins on the downtown streets. 4. Commercial district streets are plowed. 5. Local steep grade streets are plowed. 6. Remaining local streets are plowed. Downtown parking areas receive high priority only during nighttime plowing operations when the lots are empty. If plowing begins during business hours, parking lots are completed after normal business hours. The goal of the Public Works Department is to have residential streets plowed within 12 hours after the end of a snow storm and snow removal from the downtown area accomplished within three days. Skilled snow removal personnel with public cooperation, will ensure a safe winter season for the residents of Stillwater. By following guidelines and ordinances, winter storm inconveniences and traffic hazards will be minimized. WINTER PARKING Beginning 12:01 a.m., November 1, through midnight April 1, all vehicles parked on City streets must be parked on the side of the street that bears addresses that are odd and /or even according to the day. On the odd numbered days, vehicles must be parked on the odd addressed side of the street and on even numbered days, vehicles must be parked on the even addressed side of the street. Between the hours of 7:00 P.M. to midnight you must move your vehicle to the side of the street where parking is allowed for the next day. If your vehicle is found to be in violation of this ordinance (Municipal Ordinance, Sec. 51 -5, Subd. 5 - Calendar Parking), you may be issued a summons and your vehicle may be towed. A violation of this ordinance carries a maximum fine of up to $700.00 and /or 90 days in jail, plus vehicle impoundment and towing charges. This ordinance is necessary to allow proper snow plowing. If your car is not moved to the correct side of the street on the appropriate day, you are in violation of this parking ordinance. SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL Clearing of snow and ice from public sidewalks is the responsibility of the property /business owner. Snow and ice must be removed from sidewalks within 24 hours after the end of the storm (Municipal Code, Sec. 38- 01, Subd. 2.2v - Nuisance) SNOWMOBILE OPERATION Snowmobiles may not be operated in the city between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, or between midnight and 7 a.m. Friday and Saturday. FIRE HYDRANTS Residents are asked to keep snow cleared from around fire hydrants. Should you have a fire at your home this will enable firefighters to provide a quicker solution for the protection of life and property. EXTENDED VACATIONS Residents who leave on extended vacation should have timers on their lights to represent the family's normal schedule. Have a relative or neighbor check on the property occasionally. Have sidewalks and driveway cleared and place a car in the driveway to give the impression that someone is home. Residents can stop at the police department and fill out a vacation check card; police will check the exterior of the home as time allows. CITY DATA City Hall 216 N Fourth Street City Numbers Admin- 430 -8800 Building -430 -8825 Engineering /Public Works - 430 -8830 Fire - 351 -4950 Garage- 439 -5933 Library- 439 -1675 Parks - 439 -4561 Police- 351 -4900 Planning- 430 -8820 Sewer Billing 430 -8814 Water Billing 439 -6231 • Trash Hauler 612 -890 -1100 ■ St. Croix Recreation Center 430 -2601 • City Web Site www. ci . sti I lwater. m n . us • VOL. 11 ' No. 2 Official City Newsletter July, 1999 216 N Fourth St., Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 CART-SORT BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID Stillwater, MN 55082 Permit No. 206 Postal Patron N `99 Street Improvements Lumberjack Days Who's Who in City Hall Lily Lake Water Quality Shrubs for Wildlife City Prepares for Year2000 Police Department Speed Trailer Household Waste Management Program Utility Bills - Buying or Selling a Home CITY BRIEFS NSP Meters Garbage Contract Public Hearing Drop Box Monthly Meetings Charter 3rd Monday City Council 1st & 3rd Tuesday Heritage Preservation 1st Monday Human Rights Last Wednesday Library 1st Tuesday Parks Board 4th Monday Planning 2nd Monday Mayor Jay Kimble - 430 -8746 Council Ward 1 Terry Zoller 439 -5286 Ward 2 Eric Thole 430 -3722 Ward 3 Rich Cummings 439 -6539 Ward 4 Gene Bealka 439 -4387 1,g9g Street, h p o e sn Under Way The street reconstruction project of Fifth, Sixth, and Seventh Streets between Willard and Hancock Streets is under way. The con- struction consists of removing the street sec- tion, curb and gutter and any deteriorated side- walks. The streets will be reconstructed with a stronger road section consisting of four inches of bituminous on six inches of aggregate base and will be constructed 32 feet wide with con- crete curb and gutter. All sidewalks will be re- constructed to a width of five feet. A new side- walk will be constructed on Sixth Street be- tween Hancock and Churchill and Seventh Street between Churchill and Willard. Along with the replacement of the streets, the City will also replace any galvanized wa- ter service in the project area. Galvanized water services were installed many years ago and deteriorate with age. The joints tend to pull apart, creating leaks, and eventually need to be replaced. Since the streets will be disturbed for street reconstruction, now is the best time to have the services replaced. The estimated cost of the project is $825,000. The construction is anticipated to be completed by September 15 with an assessment hearing proposed for September 21. If you have any questions on this project, contact Shawn Sanders at 430 -8835. j r. tiPi "te r' i yrC. Lumberjack Days activities will begin Tuesday, July 20 and continue through Sunday, July 25. This community celebration dates back to 1934 when it was called Stillwater's Pioneer Celebration. It soon became known as Lumberjack Days to remember the contribution of the "fast vanishing lumberjack" to the history of Stillwater. The many activities of Lumberjack Days have ranged from best lumber- jack costume, log rolling, fiddling, greased pole climb, soap box derby, water -ski shows, train excursions, vaudeville show, and even a thrilling human torch dive from the interstate bridge. The celebration grew over the years and attracted crowds up to 45,000. The annual event continued for many years until the celebration outgrew its locale and the outbreak of World War II took many of the volunteers overseas. Lumberjack Days was reborn in 1968 by a small group of Stillwater business people to promote civic pride and community spirit. Since 1994, Lumberjack Days has been under the leadership of the Lumberjack Days Festival Association, Inc. This year's activities include concerts by the The Grass Roots (Saturday, 7 p.m.) and Starship (Sunday, 8 p.m.); bed races in Lowell Park, a scenic 10 mile run, and a spectacular fireworks finale Sunday evening. Also featured are some old favorites such as drum corps competition, polka in the park, treasure hunt, pancake breakfast and lumberjack shows. For more information, call the event hotline, 651 - 430 -2306 or visit the website, www.lumberjackdays.com. WHO'S WHO IN CITY HALL John Buckley John Buckley is a new building inspec- tor for the City. He completed his certifi- cation as a Building Inspector in Febru- ary. His goal is the development of bet- ter building construction and greater safety to the public by obtaining unifor- mity through the Building Code. Before receiving his certification, John was a mechanic for the Washington County Transportation Department for 19 years. John's reason for changing ca- reers was a very strong interest in build- ing and fire codes. John has been a vol- unteer member of the Stillwater Fire De- partment for the past 18 years. John and his wife Karen live in Bayport and have four children, two boys and two girls. After a day's work as building in- spector and fulfilling his responsibilities on the fire department, John enjoys camping, traveling, and fishing. Ryan Smith Ryan Smith is an engineering techni- cian for the Engineering /Public Works Department. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota with a degree in Natural Resources and Environment Studies with an emphasis on Resource Assessment. As part of earning his de- gree, Ryan was the City's planning in- tern for nine months. In this position, he assisted the Community Develop- ment Director with zoning updates, tree preservation plans, drafting of ordi- nances and natural resource issues. As an engineering technician, Ryan will assist in the preparation of con- struction drawings, surveys, and inspec- tions of improvement projects through- out the City. He will also be involved in erosion control issues, creating the City's GIS utilities database, updating City maps, and providing information to the public. As a resident of Stillwater Ryan likes working here because, "I get to apply technical skills and environmental back- ground to improve the quality of life for the residents of Stillwater" His hobbies include canoeing, hiking, planting trees, mountain biking, and generally anything having to do with the outdoors. Lily Lake Water Quality Improvements The City Council recently approved the Comprehensive Lily Lake Water Quality Improvement Program. The first phase of this project will be constructed this year. It involves repairing the West Lake Street Ravine and diverting storm water away from the lake. The purpose of this project is to improve the water quality of the lake. By diverting storm water away from the lake or treating it in storm water ponds, the nutrients that cause algae growth can be reduced. A reduction in algae will improve the clarity of the lake and enhance fish habitat and "swimmability ". The cost of all phases of the Lily Lake project could approach $1 million. The funding sources include assessments, state aid, grants and storm water utility. Lily Lake is not the only lake being considered for water quality improvements. Studies were recently completed for both Long Lake and McKusick Lake. These studies could result in projects to maintain or enhance water quality in these lakes as well. Water quality is a challenge for Stillwater because most of the City was devel- oped prior to existence of current state -of- the -art technologies. A number of residents have called to ask what types of shrubs could be planted to provide food and nesting sites for wildlife. The best shrubs for this are often the shrubs that are native to our woodland areas. The dogwoods (gray, red - twigged and pagoda) produce berries that, while not palatable to humans, are readily eaten by birds and animals. Highbush cranberry, a viburnum, provides attractive red fruit that hangs on the shrub during the winter. These tart fruits are often left by birds until the end of the winter and then consumed when other food sources have run out. Though very sour, the fruits of highbush cranberry can also be used to make a delicious jelly. Serviceberry and black chokeberry are shrubs with glossy green leaves and dark blue or black fruits. Birds often eat serviceberries (juneberries) even before they are completely ripe. Winterberry is the only holly that is native to Minnesota. It produces red berries along the twigs of fruit in the winter. Hazelnuts are tough native shrubs that form delicious nuts that can be eaten by humans or animals. Sumacs and elder- berry are also shrubs that have high wildlife value. Most shrubs, besides providing fruit, will also provide nest sites for birds. Birds particularly favor shrubs that are very twiggy and have thorns because they provide some protection from predators. Stillwater residents with questions about trees or shrubs can call the forestry con- sultant, Kathy Widin, at 430 -8765. VOLUME 4 NUMBER 2 SUMMER 1999 A PUBLICATION OF THE STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY etflLtfe * * * FREE! * * * STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY * 223 NORTH FOURTH STREET * STILLWATER, MN 55082 * 651.439.1675 TAX REFUND BURNING A HOLE IN YOUR POCKET? Donate all or part of your Minnesota sales tax rebate to the library! The library is at a critical crossroads in its history. As the population of the community grows, more space is needed to accommodate its patrons, services, and collections. We've set a target goal of raising $10,000 to study the library's future and determine whether or not it is possible to expand our current, historic structure to meet the community's needs. Also, many of you stated in our recent users' survey that you'd like to see more collections and programs at the library. You may donate to the library's endowment fund for this purpose. To find a good home in one of these funds for that pesky refund, call me at 439-1675 ext. 18. Lynne Bertalmio, Director FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY A number of library supporters are in the early stages of forming a Friends group to advocate for library service in the community. If you would like to support improved library services and would be interested in joining a Friends group, please call Lynne Bertalmio 439 -1675 ext. 18. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday* HOURS 1 - 9P.M. 10 A.M. - 9 P.M. 10 A.M. - 9 P.M. 1 - 9P.M. 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. 1 - 5P.M. * September - May PROGRAMS Preschool Storytimes Books and storytelling for ages 3 to 5; Wed., 10:30 A.M. Lunch Bunch Stories for children ages 6 +. Tuesdays, July 13,20,27 & Aug. 3 Noon - 1 P.M. Bring a bag lunch! Library Day at the Metrodome Get a discounted ticket at the Children's Desk to watch the Twins play Oakland on Wed., July 28, 12:15 P.M. Summer Family Programs See page 2 for details. Children's Book Discussions Book discussions for children grades 4 -6. See page 2 for details. To register, call 439 -1675 ext. 14. L E T p U R 44 I N D VACATION PACKS When the weather is great, we know many of you are in a hurry to get to the beach, river, or cabin; but you often want to have some good paperbacks with you as you bask in the sun. We've made choosing and transporting summertime reading easy with Vacation Packs. We've put three paperbacks together in a plastic bag for you to toss in your suitcase or beachbag. There are packs for adults, teens, and children. You'll find them displayed in the wading pool in the rotunda of the library. We thank our patrons - all of the Vacation Pack books were donations. NEW WEB SITE The library now has its own web page, located on the City of Stillwater's web site. The address is: http: / /www.ci.stillwater.mn.us To find us, just click on "Stillwater Public Library." The page has helpful information about the library, its services, and programs. We've included links to some community web sites and information for children, organized by subject, to help them with their homework, hobbies, and interests. We welcome suggestions for additions or improvements - either in person, the next time you visit the library, or through the e-mail suggestion box on the page itself. U N E E P1 * * * Obeif life * * * CONSTRUCTION ZONE? Some patrons have asked why the library has looked somewhat like a construction zone lately. The answer is that our building is just a few years less than 100 years old. Structures such as this require constant maintenance. In recent years, we've repaired the stained glass windows, reinsulated the attic, and done extensive work to stabilize the library's stone cornices. This year, a big, dramatic crane also brought in a cornice stone to replace one that had been damaged by the action of water. We're just completing roof repairs. Later this year, well begin work to remove the brick planters. These planters, added when the building was expanded in 1973, are badly damaged and holding water against the building, resulting in interior plaster damage. We apologize for any inconvenience to our patrons, but the library is one of Stillwater's most attractive public buildings and deserves careful preservation. ST. CROIX COLLECTION E -MAIL The St. Croix Collection now has an e -mail address of its own. You may send local history questions to: stcroixcollection@yahoo.com We will respond to your request the next time the collection is staffed (please note that the collection is NOT staffed daily). Through this means, we hope to test procedures for e -mail information requests; however, at this time, reference requests to the main Information Desk must still be submitted in person, in writing, or by phone. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Thanks to the many volunteers who have contributed their time and energy to the library recently. These projects were made possible through their efforts: our new web site, shelf reading in the children's collection, Vacation Packs, extended hours and a reorganization of maps in the St. Croix Collection, weeding and planting our flower beds, labels on older fiction, and revised volunteer policies and procedures. Volunteers are always needed, but we have some special summer needs as well. The Children's Department is looking for teen volunteers to help with summer programming and marchers of all ages for the library's contingent in the Lumberjack Days Parade. To volunteer, call Carolyn Blocher at 439 -1675 ext. 25. CHILDREN'S SUMMER BOOK DISCUSSIONS Designed for children in grades 4 - 6, our summer book discussion series starts in July, led by Lindy Howe. The reading list will be available at the Children's Desk in late June. Discussions will run from 1 - 2:30 P.M. on Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, and August 4. Children may attend any or all sessions, but pre - registration is required. Call 439 -1675 ext. 14. WHAT'S STILLWATER READING? Erica (age 7) & Ryan (age 9) Olson recommend Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling for great summer reading. SUMMER READING: LIBRARY KIDS ARE COOL! The library is planning a summer filled with reading and activities for children and their families. The summer reading program has begun with reading journals, bookmarks, stickers, and buttons by children's author and illustrator Nancy Carlson, with the theme Library Kids Are Cool. Be sure to stop by the library for more details on how to participate. Free entertainment for families will be featured on Thursday evenings. Co- sponsored by ECFE, these programs begin at 6:30 P.M. and take place on the library lawn (in case of inclement weather, an indoor site will be announced). Please bring blankets or lawn chairs. If you or your child have a disability and need special assistance, please call the library 10 days before the program to request assistance. July 1 James Wedgwood Ventriloquist July 8 Magical Mia Music and Illusion July 15 Mattie Clark Storyteller July 29 The Star Company Puppets and Fun August 5 Kit and Kaboodle Musical Comedy READY FOR KINDERGARTEN? Next Step: Kindergarten storytimes will be presented Tues., July 27, and Tues., August 24, at 7 P.M. Planned in conjunction with the Learning Readiness Program of ECFE, the hour -long program explores the joys and fears of starting kindergarten. City of Stillwater 1998 Drinking Water Report The City of Stillwater is issuing the results of monitoring done on its drinking water for the period from Jan. 1 -Dec. 31, 1998. The purpose of this report is to advance consumers' understanding of drinking water and heighten awareness of the need to protect precious water resources Source of Water The City of Stillwater provides drinking water to its residents from a groundwater source: six wells ranging from 83 to 305 feet deep, that draw water from the Jordan aquifer. Call 439 -6231 if you have questions about the City of Stillwater drinking water or would like information about opportunities for public participation in decisions that may affect the quality of the water. Results of Monitoring No contaminants were detected at levels that exceeded the federal standards. However, some contaminants were detected in trace amounts that were below legal limits. The table that follows shows the contaminants that were detected in trace amounts last year. (Some contaminants are sampled less frequently than once a year; as a result not all contaminants were sampled for in 1998. If any of these contaminants were detected the last time they were sampled for, they are included in the table along with the date that the detection occurred.) Key to abbreviations: MCLG -- Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. MCL -- Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available technology. AL -- Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirement which a water system must follow. ppb -- Parts per billion, which can also be expressed as micrograms per liter (ug/1). ppm -- Parts per million, which can also be expressed as milligrams per liter (mg/1). Contaminant (units) MCLG MCL Level Found Typical Source of Contaminant Range Average result* Nitrate (as Nitrogen) (ppm) 10.0 10.0 1.2 -3.3 3.3 Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from septic tanks, sewage; erosion of natural deposits. TTHM (Total trihalomethanes) (ppb) 1.3 100.0 0.1 0.1 By- product of drinking water chlorination Fluoride (ppm) 4.0 4.0 0.97 0.97 State of Minnesota requires all municipal water systems to add fluoride to the drinking water to promote strong teeth; Erosion of natural deposits. *This is the value used to determine compliance with federal standards. It sometimes is the highest value detected and sometimes is an average of all the detected values. Contaminant (units) MCLG AL 90% level # sites over AL Typical Source of contaminant Lead (ppb) NA 15 4.4 1 out of 30 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural deposits. Copper (ppm) NA 1.3 0.59 0 out of 30 Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits; Leachinz from wood preservatives. Some contaminants do not have Maximum Contaminant Levels established for them. These "unregulated contaminants" are assessed using state standards known as health risk limits to determine if they pose a threat to human health. If unacceptable levels of an unregulated contaminant are found, the response is the same as if an MCL has been exceeded; the water system must inform its customers and take other corrective actions. In the table that follows are the unregulated contaminants that were detected. Contaminant (units) Level Found Typical Source of contaminant Range Average/ Result Sodium (ppm) 3.8 -5.2 5.2 Erosion of natural deposits. Sulfate (ppm) (03/28/95) -- 9.6 Erosion of natural deposits. Compliance with National Primary Drinking Water Regulations The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally- occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally - occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses. Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by- products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally- occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish Limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 800- 426 -4791. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno - compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV /AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. TPA /CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 800 -426 -4791. 7 By now, most people have heard of the "Year 2000 (Y2k) Problem," but may not clearly understand how it will affect their lives. Although many businesses and governmental entities, including the City of Stillwater, have been taking steps to address Y2k issues, there is no substitute for being prepared at a personal level. For communities to be truly prepared, individuals, families, and community organi- zations must also take steps to prepare for any possible disruptions. A good source of information on Y2k Personal Preparedness is the American Red Cross website (www.redcross.org /Y2k.html). OtherY2k websites can be found by linking through the State of MN Office of Technology's website (www.y2k.mn.us) that was created to be your one -stop connection to resources and information on the Y2k Problem as it affects Minnesota. In order to assist the Stillwater community in personal Y2k preparedness, the City will host a Y2k Open Forum. A presentation will be given on Y2k & Family Pre- paredness, along with updates from City Departments on the progress of the City of Stillwater's Y2k efforts. The goal of this Open Forum is to describe the Y2k problem and some of the issues surrounding it. Most importantly, we hope to dispel some of the myths surrounding this issue. The Open Forum will be held Tuesday, August 24, 1999, at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The seating capacity of the Council Chambers is 100 people. If you are planning on attending the Open Forum, you must RSVP to 430 -8800 with your name and the number of attendees. Please note that the information contained in this communication relates to the City of Stillwater's Year 2000 efforts. The disclosure of this information is intended to serve as a Year 2000 Readiness Disclosure under the Year 2000 Information and Readiness Disclosure Act, Public Law 105 -271. The Stillwater Police Department is headed in a new di- rection in traffic enforcement education. On May lst, the de- partment received a speed monitoring trailer from MPH In- dustries. The trailer will be used to educate motorists of speeds on local streets. The trailer has a built in radar unit and displays the speed of vehicles to motorists as they ap- proach. This trailer also houses a traffic survey computer that collects data either through the radar unit or through a pair of rubber tubes laid across the road. The computer keeps track of vehicle numbers and speeds. When tubes are used the type of vehicle can be recorded. All information gathered by the traffic survey computer is then downloaded into a personal computer in the office. With special software, the location, time, date, weather and road conditions can be added to the data and printed out on easy to read charts and graphs. The software can also list the fastest and the slowest vehicles that have passed the trailer, as well as give the average speed of all vehicles. This information will then tell officers when and where extra patrol and enforcement efforts are needed. The traditional method of traffic surveys are very labor intensive. Officers sit in high complaint areas and take down speeds manually. The speed monitoring trailer allows officers to do other duties, including more traffic enforcement. The trailer will be used at special events in town. It can be set up for demonstra- tions and for kids to clock their best fastball or soccer kick. You can have the trailer placed in front of your house by calling the Stillwater Police Department at 351- 4900. Be aware of your speed, slow down and keep Stillwater safe. CITY BRIEFS NSP Meters Northern States Power Co. is en- hancing customer service by taking ad- vantage of new technology. NSP cus- tomers in the Stillwater area will begin receiving an upgrade to their electric & gas meters starting in the fall of 1999. The upgrades in the Stillwater area are part of an overall metro area imple- mentation of automated meter reading for NSP customers. By early 2000, more than 1 million electric and gas meters in the Twin Cities metro area will be upgraded to use the new sys- tem. An upgraded meter looks like the ex- isting NSP meter, but contains a radio transmitter. The transmitter automati- cally sends the meter readings to a nearby radio receiver that transmits the information electronically to NSP and its billing system. The upgrade process for gas meters typically takes about 15 minutes and does not disturb the customer's gas service. However, NSP electric cus- tomers should expect their power to be off for one to five minutes while the up- grade is completed. NSP customers will be notified by post card about one to three weeks be- fore upgrades are scheduled to begin at their home or business. Garbage Contract Public Hearing The City Council will meet on Tues- day, July 20, 1999, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Stillwater City Hall, to consider the request for the ex- tension of the solid waste collection contract with Waste Management, Inc. All persons wishing to be heard with reference to this request will be heard at this meeting. Drop Box For your convenience, a drop box has been installed at City Hall. Now you can drop off your utility bills any time of the day or night! The drop box is located just to the right of the front door. Household Waste Management Program Trash hauler: Waste Management, Inc. Phone: 612-890-1100 Location: 8678 N 75th St - Mahtomedi Call Waste Management if you have questions or need information regarding the following: your pick-up day, change in container size, appliance pick up requests, or missed weekly service (trash and/or recycling). Questions regarding your bill or interruption of service: 430-8815 Unresolved complaints with Waste Management, Inc.: 430-8800 Regular trash, recycling and yard waste should be at the curb by 6 a.m. on your pick-up day. Yard waste must not be mixed with regular garbage and needs to be collected separately. You may use paper or plastic bags for yard waste. If you use plastic, please leave the bags open so the collectors can see that it is yard waste and not extra trash. Please note - The compost pile used by Waste Management, Inc. is open from approxi- mately April 15 through November 15. Please do not put yard waste out before or after this time period. Appliances - You must call ahead for appliance pick up. Call Waste Management at 612-890- 1100 by 2 p.m. Tuesday for pick up on Wednesday. Recyclables - Cans, Glass and Plastic may be combined in your recycling bin. • Cans - Rinse - paper labels may be left on. Aerosol, gasoline or paint cans are not accepted. • Glass - Rinse - remove lids and plastic rings. Broken glass, lights bulbs, win dow glass, mirrors,ceramics and kitchen glassware are not accepted. • Plastic Bottles - Rinse, remove all caps, lids, pumps, metal handles and foil. Labels may be left on.Only plastic bottles with a neck (milk, water, soda, shampoo type, etc.) are accepted. • No plastic tubs, buckets, plastic wrap or bags of any kind. No hazard ous material containers such as motor oil or anti -freeze. • Paper - Place in paper grocery bags or corrugated cardboard boxes. All newspapers including ads, phone books, paper grocery bags, and junk mail magazines and catalogs are accepted. • Corrugated Cardboard - Flatten, not larger than 3' x 3' pieces. Place next to recycling bin. Wpx ar plastic coatedcardiboard is not accepted. Not accepted - anything with a wax coating (milk cartons, frozen food boxes, pop cartons, etc.), TV Guides, Reader's Digest, coffee filters, egg cartons, paper towels, pizza boxes, food or food product packaging material, waxed paper. Utility Bills - Buying or Selling a Home CITY DATA City Hall 216 N Fourth Street City Numbers Admin-430-8800 Building-430-8825 Engineering/Public Works-430-8830 Fire-351-4950 Garage-439-5933 Library-439-1675 Parks-439-4561 Police-351-4900 Planning-430-8820 Sewer Billing 430-8815 Water Billing 430-6231 Trash Hauler 612-890-1100 iw St. Croix Recreation Center 430-2601 City Web Site www.ci.stillwater.mn.us ■ It has come to the attention of city staff that buyers and sellers of properties may not be aware of how the utility charges are handled at the closing. The City wants to inform and remind all our residents that the written Purchase Agreement between buyer and seller will determine who is responsible for utility charges. It is the responsibility of the closing companies to prepare the closing documents according to the Purchase Agreement. The utility charges are always taken care of as part of the Purchase Agreement and will not be prorated by the City between buyer and seller. If you are buying or selling property in the City, please review your Purchase Agreement at the closing to assure that your utility charges are handled in accordance with your Purchase Agreement. CAR -RT SORT BULK RATE U.S.POSTAGE PAID Stillwater, MN 55082 Permit No. 208 Postal Patron Vol. 11, No. 1 Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 March 1999 Construction has begun in the two new housing devel- opments, Lib- erty on the Lake and Leg- ends of Still- water, in the phase I expan- sion area west of Long Lake. When fully de- veloped, the two develop- ments will con- sist of about 500 new hous- ing units. Both developments include dedi- cated parks and trails. City developing Y2K plans Most governmental bodies, including the city of Stillwater, are in various stages of assessing and preparing for the issues related to the year 2000, Y2K. The City Council has adopted a Y2K work plan and contingency plans are ex- pected to be in place by late September. City departments have completed invento- ries and assessments of their systems. Cur- rently, the city is in the process of contact- ing vendors and service providers and conducting testing of its equipment to de- termine the best way to address potential problems. The potential problems from the move to the new millennium are the result of early technology. In the 1960s and 1970s computer and microchip memory was very expensive, so programmers used only two digits, such as 60 to signify 1960, in programming language. Lan- guage has remained unchanged. As a re- sult, some equipment might read the year 2000 as 1900. The common misconception is that only computers can be affected. Y2K can affect any type of equipment with an em- bedded microchip. According to Chantell Kadin, who is coordinating the city's Y2K compliance efforts, there are billions of generic microchips which are made with the date function, even though the date might not be displayed on a particular piece of equipment. Anything that in- cludes a display function -- cars, mi- crowaves, coffee makers, etc. -- includes a microchip that could be affected by the change to the year 2000. The city is asking for help from community residents and businesses to deal with the issues and make the move to the year 2000 as smooth as possible. While the city can work on its systems and facilities, the city can't check resi- dents' programmable thermostats or fur- naces, for example. There are some re- sponsibilities residents must address to minimize the personal impact of Y2K. Personal preparedness begins with creating an inventory of household equipment that could possibly be affected, equipment such as personal computers and hardware, programmable thermostats, se- curity systems, motion sensors, clocks, VCRs, microwave ovens, automobiles, sprinkler systems, and any other equip- ment that is programmable or has a dis- play or calendar function. Also, residents are urged to check all personal medical (See Y21K page 4) ter Scene 2 0 • C� Rec Center off to good start ' ro The new St. Croix Valley Recreation Center is up and running and off to a promis- " icense ing start The domed field house is being used for walking and golf, as well as soccer. The ' dT "," City will be installing batting cages for baseball and softball hitting; it is anticipated the Dog; licenses are due May l; ail dogs batting cages will be available about April 1. aver "six months of age must licensed Upcoming programs are listed below. "be The "fee for each ainimal is $5. Owners ' Doug Long Hockey Camp. The Doug Long hockey camp will be held at the must! have current rabies" certificate' Recreation Center. The camp will be divided into two sections -- on ice speed training wlien applying fora lttense The Gcerlse is and off ice dry land training and weight lifting. The program runs for about eight valid for oizb year, weeks. Fee is $200 for the high school session and $250 for pee wees and bantams. A kennel licence is ;required wltere : Registration forms are available at the Recreation Center or call 430 -2601 for more in- " four or,more dogs over four,months of age" art kdFt Fed is $SQ; a spec use peimif formation. Summer Adult Hockey League A summer adult hockey league for players age 28 is required. and older will be held Tuesday nights. The "no check above the waist" league will hen off the owner'spretntse, clog feature a 10 -game schedule with playoffs. Cost per team is $600. For information, con- and pacts must be leashed at all time Dogs tact Doug Brady at the Recreations Center, 430 -2601. cats runningill' picked n p" Open Skate will be available May 3 -Aug. 8. Times are 2 -3:30 p.m. Mondays, Charge is plats tg fees the an 5 :15 -6:45 p.m. Thursdays, and 2 -3:30 p.m. Sundays. en he li tmal is taken t° a steel r` citation may, Open Hockey will be available on Thursdays, May 3 -Aug. 8, 2:45 -3:45 p.m. for be , issued for repeat pffenses players age 13 and under and 4 -5 p.m. for players age 14 and older. Skating Lessons A Learn to Skate/Hockey Startup program will be offered Va .�� Wednesdays, June 16 -Aug. 4. Cost is $55 for an eight -week session. Fee includes 10 public skating passes. Private lessons also will be available; for information, contact um" in skating director, Sheila Thelen, by calling the Recreation Center, 430 -2601. °+ Thelen Hockey School. The Thelen Hockey School for boys and girls will be held The dc�witt©wn.pay parking program" Monday afternoons, June 28 -July 26. The school will focus on power skating, stick begins in May anti c6ntirtue through, mid_ handling and shooting skills. Cost is $65, which includes 10 public skating passes and a October. F , ftar the dayr',$I for' Jersey. one and Qne- half "h€tttr ; Field and ice rental is available. For information on summer rates and available ice The South Main "andRiver.lots are pay and field time, call the St. Croix Valley Recreation Center, (651) 430 -2601. Parking, 24 :hour a day, seven days a' Remember, call now to reserve ice and field time for the 1999 -2000 season. week Tht UBC ari Olive- and "Second 1oe,an City adopts fertilizer ordinance weelieff s, only:: The :Made ;island and Watei Street loss" "are pay parking The City Council has adopted an ordinance to regulate the use of lawn chemicals " on Fridays,evenings"an( wekenci'orily that can degrade water quality. The ordinance is aimed particularly at minimizing the The parking program has accom amount of lawn chemicals carried into runoff to Lily Lake, McKusick Lake, Long Lake plished4k objectives of making key park and the St. Croix River. ing spaces available for dciwntowit cus- Fertilizers and other lawn chemicals often are necessary establish and maintain t©rrit rs "and of generaGn funds for parking healthy lawns. Healthy lawns in turn can help protect water quality by promoting infil- improveriterits. Last year, "funds generated tration of precipitation and thereby reducing runoff that picks up pollutants as it travels through the program �vcre aced to', across the urban landscape. However, adding chemicals to lawns when they aren't reconstruct the South Main lot a�nd'res or - ' ' needed or applying chemicals in the wrong way increases the likelihood that they will f the River lot " "' - leave the lawns for which they were intended and find their way to our lakes and rivers. Lawn fertilizers can be a source of phosphorus pollution to lakes and rivers. Too p �in1S on " much phosphorus in the runoff entering a lake results in excessive algae growth which decreases water clarity, causes surface scums which can foul shorelines, and depletes t: 6 Cher " oxygen needed by game fish to survive. Careful attention to the type of fertilizer and the way the fertilizer is applied can help protect the quality of these important public ' UMM I SMon resources. The new ordinance: Openings" exist on. the. Stillwater"' • Requires that all fertilizers and lawn chemicals be kept off paved surfaces like GhiIA& Commi ss ion; Appointments to th streets and driveways. Once on a paved surface, the slightest rainfall will wash the CEtarfer. Co remission are 'made by the chemicals into the storm drainage system and the lake or pond to which it discharges. chief judge 4f the 10th Judicial District. • Prohibits the use of fertilizers containing phosphorous unless a reliable soils test Residents.interested'in an anointment are' shows that the soil is deficient in phosphorus. ensouragcd to send it,k er of interest and • Requires consultation with the Minnesota Extension Service or the Washington resutde w Honorable Gait' ", J", iVleyer, County Soil and Water Conservation District before using pesticides, insecticides, her - Chief Judge, 10th.Jttdicial District,,Wright bicides, fungicides and other chemicals. ' ,0#"" Corner; ,1U Second St. • Requiree licensing of commercial lawn fertilizers. #201; BufWM inn. 55313 The ordinance will go into effect Jan. 1, 2000, to allow time for consumer educa- (See'13r1¢fs, Page 4} "' tion and for merchants to stock fertilizers that are environmentally friendly. 0 9 Meet your city staff Chantell Kadin Chantell Kadin is the city's administrative assis- tant/personnel coordinator. But most of her time these days is taken up with coordinating the city's Y2K compliance efforts, a top priority project. Despite the complexity of the project, Kadin, who joined the city in November of last year, says she "loves" her job. "It's a new chal- lenge every day," she says. "I'm always learning new things." Kadin received an under- graduate in political science from Hamline University and a graduate degree in public ad- ministration, also from Ham- lin. Prior to joining the city, she served as assistant adminis- trator /city planner for the city of Isanti and as physical develop- ment planner with Dakota County, primarily dealing with CHANTELL KADIN parks and trails and shoreland and flood plain zoning issues. She grew up in Floodwood, Minn., a town of about 650 people located between Duluth and Grand Rapids. She currently resides in White Bear Township. Her hobbies include reading and playing competitive volleyball. Nathan Meredith Nathan "Nate" Meredith is the newest Stillwater police of- ficer and he "absolutely loves' his job. He says his fellow offi- cers are "a great bunch of guys to work with" and "Stillwater is a fun city." Meredith was born in Still- water and has relatives who live here, including his great- grandmother. He grew up in White Bear Lake and graduated from White Bear Lake High School in 1990. He attended South Dakota State University at Brookings, Mankato State University and completed the law enforcement program at Lakewood and Minneapolis Community College. Prior to coming to Stillwa- ter, he was an officer in Big Lake, Minn., and was with the State Patrol Academy for a time. Meredith isn't exactly sure NATHAN MEREDITH why he chose law enforcement as a career, but says the fact that his dad has been an officer with the White Bear Lake Depart- ment for 27 years probably has "a lot to do with it." He currently resides in White Bear Lake but is looking for a house in the Stillwater area. He's a football and hockey fan. Trees are resources to be protected Many of the benefits associated with living in Stillwater have as much to do with trees and natural resources in and around the city as with the historic build - ings on Main Street. Tree -lined streets, wooded bluffs and ravines, vibrant fall colors, and abundant wildlife for backyard viewing are things of value to both resi- dents and visitors. In addition to their obvious benefits -- shade, oxygen, paper, etc., - -trees also have a role in preventing soil erosion and runoff and help to keep our streams, lakes and rivers clean. There are many threats to trees -- drought, disease and insect out- breaks, construction damage, poor plant- ing and maintenance practices, and com- pacted soils, all of which can take their toll of the community's trees. How do we maintain and enhance the tree resources? How do we protect natural areas while at the same time allowing the city to grow? The answer is that trees need to be planned for as part of the City's infrastruc- ture, just as the City plans for roads, streets, utilities, buildings and parks. The city of Stillwater has begun a forestry program to protect, maintain and enhance the trees and natural areas in the community. Tree protection in the form of an improved ordinance regulating devel- opment on wooded sites, management plans for public trees and natural areas, and tree planting standards for developers are a few of the projects which have been initiated since the program was started in July 1998. Tree inventories and planting projects are proposed for the future. Anyone with questions about public or private trees is welcome to call Kathy Widin, forestry consultant, at 430 -8765. City park facilities can be reserved City park facilities, such as the band shell and shelters at Pioneer Park and the gazebo in Lowell Park, can be reserved for family gatherings and weddings. Reservation fees for picnic shelters and the gazebo are $35 for Stillwater residents (weekend and holidays only, there is no fee for weekday use), $35 for non -resi- dents on weekdays, and $50 for non -resi- dents on weekends and holidays. Fee for the band shell in Pioneer Park is $75, plus a $50 deposit, for both residents and non- residents, both weekends and weekdays. Many wedding ceremonies are held in Pioneer Park and Lowell Park. There is no fee for weddings, unless the applicant wishes to use a shelter or the gazebo. However, a reservation must be made with the Parks Department so the Parks De- partment can inform others who may wish to use the park for activities for the same day and time. No one party can close off or rent an entire park. Only shelters, band shell or gazebo can be reserved. No tents or canopies can be placed in any park until the applicant meets with the Parks Direc- tor; the Park Director will determine where tents /canopies can be placed for (See Parks, page 4) Page 4 9 0 MnDOT releases tentative bridge project schedule The Minnesota Department of Trans- portation (MnDOT) has released a St. Croix River bridge update which includes a preliminary project schedule. The schedule estimates the completion of the environmental review process to be com- pleted by the fall of 1999, construction letting in the fall of 2001, start of con- struction in the spring of 2002, and com- pletion in the fall of 2004. The first step is the undertaking of the supplemental environment review process to define the issues and the alternative to study. According to MnDOT, the consen- sus alternative -- the so- called Braun alignment which emerged from the facili- tation process of last year -- is the only new alternative that will be studied. The consensus alternatives consists of a four - lane bridge on a new alignment about 2/3 of a mile south of the lift bridge. A two - lane bridge alternative will not be studied based on the amended scoping decision document. Potential impacts of the consensus al- ternative will be analyzed in the supple- mental EIS which will update information in the final EIS prepared for the original bridge alignment/design. Potential impacts include the St. Croix Wild and Scenic River, economics, cultural resources, park land, traffic, visual impacts, water re- sources, noise and air quality, endangered species and population grown patterns. An optional alignment for the Wisconsin ap- proach roadway also will be studied. Future plans for the historic lift bridge are an important part of the new river crossing project. A Memorandum of Un- derstanding signed at the conclusion of process facilitated by Richard Braun states that the Minnesota and Wisconsin depart- ments of transportation "do not intend to make a significant investment of resources until it appears that agreement can be reached" on the issue of the lift bridge. In late January of this year, the fed- eral Advisory Council on Historical Preservation and over 30 agencies and or- ganization with an interest in the lift bridge met in the Washington County His- toric Courthouse to begin discussions con- cerning the future of the bridge. The meet- ing resulted in a commitment to coopera- tively attempt to resolve the lift bridge is- sue by May 1, 1999. Y2K plans (Continued from page 1) equipment and other important systems, even if a date function does not seem ob- vious. The next step is to contact vendors or manufacturers to learn about their Y2K efforts on a particular piece of equipment. Many companies post such information on their web sites. Lastly, either fix or replace the equipment that is critical to personal health and safety and that has known Y2K problems or for which no information is available. The city of Stillwater believes it will be able to address many issues related to the year 2000 before they arise and is committed to the public health and safety of residents. The city's contingency plan- ning will put priority on operations that are critical to the continuity of essential city services. Kadin said contingency plans for the essential services will be in place, even if testing and/or vendor infor- mation indicates there shouldn't be any problems related to the year 2000. The city will continue to keep resi- dents informed of its Y2K efforts with regular press releases. Information also can be accessed on the city's web site: www.ci.stillwater.mn.us Park facilities (Continued from page 3) public safety reasons. Live or recorded music is permitted in the parks as long as the music is not dis- ruptive to the surrounding neighborhoods. The city requires a permit for con- sumption of any type of alcohol in the parks; fee for a permit to consume is $25. The city also has ball fields which are available for tournaments and rentals. Fee is $150, plus a $150 deposit. To reserve a park facility or for more information, call the Parks Department, 430 -8802. a �-y � S � r�ca �•� � „� � s �'{ b �Y+, f x,, 'r �.. ��, s i �_ . 199--2t 1 .ynM� i.7Ri"i� r '`°`. * s.� } } :r 's' rq.,."S3{�.m��a '' 4. s 3 `i�'}j`` } !•4wi*s' � AA..rM+ �`. i' �'b �'�' � "� fir, f��� ` -�� � •''.� and other to gtAtr incit Rcferinci ASAP. `C ate ,pt4vit IMU a free' �6 In 1997 -98 t. electv6riic s 'yx Introducing improved ways to get around the St Croix Valley St Croix Valley transit services New bus service hits the road March 20th Express Bus Service ► Service to Downtown St. Paul During the rush hours, Route 294 provides convenient express bus service between downtown Stillwater and down- town St. Paul with stops at the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride. Beginning after 7:47 a.m and during the midday, Route 294 operates between the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride and downtown St. Paul. Connections with Routes 245 and 246 provide local travel during the midday. In the afternoon rush hours, Route 294 again operates between downtown St. Paul and downtown Stillwater. Reverse Commute Service Route 294 also provides morning rush hour service from downtown St. Paul to 3M, Imation and other St. Croix Valley employers with return service in the after- noon. Connections with Routes 245 and 246 at the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride provide service to Andersen Windows, the Washington County Government Center, downtown Stillwater and other employers. Saturday Route 294 operates every 90 minutes and begins and ends at the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride. Timed connections with Route 246 make travel to downtown Stillwater and other locations easy. Route 245 provides service to the park and ride for connections with Route 294. Sunday Route 294 provides service between d( town Stillwater and downtown St. Paul stops at the State Prisons in Oak Park Heights and Stillwater. c - Wilkins St. Local Neighborhood i Route (Colored Lines) 3 Limited Servme ........� (Short Dashed Lines) NORTH Rive we Co us Route Number GD 3 Time Point ' 0 Olive St��i- -' Point of Interest ■ Pine St ,4 . croixwood Oakridge Rd. Park & Ride Lot A Bf vd • �0`• _ Stillwater Churchill St Timed Transfer•` :i P _ cg • '_ ■ m • o �o • 5 Hospital ■ Stillwater St Creix Valley - Junior High ' Recrea6oe Gaoler m School Cu 5 T Blvd N, � eCreB 1 -� Express Bus Service ► Service to Downtown St. Paul During the rush hours, Route 294 provides convenient express bus service between downtown Stillwater and down- town St. Paul with stops at the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride. Beginning after 7:47 a.m and during the midday, Route 294 operates between the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride and downtown St. Paul. Connections with Routes 245 and 246 provide local travel during the midday. In the afternoon rush hours, Route 294 again operates between downtown St. Paul and downtown Stillwater. Reverse Commute Service Route 294 also provides morning rush hour service from downtown St. Paul to 3M, Imation and other St. Croix Valley employers with return service in the after- noon. Connections with Routes 245 and 246 at the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride provide service to Andersen Windows, the Washington County Government Center, downtown Stillwater and other employers. Saturday Route 294 operates every 90 minutes and begins and ends at the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride. Timed connections with Route 246 make travel to downtown Stillwater and other locations easy. Route 245 provides service to the park and ride for connections with Route 294. Sunday Route 294 provides service between d( town Stillwater and downtown St. Paul stops at the State Prisons in Oak Park Heights and Stillwater. -4 Local Bus Service Travel in the St. Croix Valley Using Routes 245 and 246 riders can travel to destinations throughout the St. Croix Valley. Small buses operate on neighborhood streets and stop at the most popular locations, Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m to 5:20 p.m. These routes replace Valley Transit Route 80 beginning March 20. Route 245 Weekday Every 45 minutes Route 245 makes a loop from downtown Stillwater to Rivertown Commons, Target, Cub Foods, Rainbow Foods, WalMart, Stillwater High School, Lakeview Hospital and back to downtown Stillwater. During the midday it also connects with Route 294 at the St. Croix Valley Park and Ride for express service to St. Paul Route 245 Saturday Provides only westbound trips from down- town Stillwater to the St. Croix Park and Ride. Greely and Churchill Streets are not served. Riders use Route 246 traveling back eastbound. Route 246 Weekday Route 246 runs every 45 minutes during rush hours and every 90 minutes during the midday. It travels from downtown Stillwater to Rivertown Commons,Target, Cub Foods, Rainbow Foods, WalMart, Stillwater High School, St. Croix Mall, Raymie- Johnson Apartments, Andersen Windows, City of Bayport and Minnesota State Prisons. Route 246 Saturday Provides only eastbound trips from St. Croix Valley Park and Ride to Bayport to downtown Stillwater. Riders use Route 245 traveling westbound. No Sunday service on Routes 245 and 246. Want more information about bus service in the St Croix Valley area? Call Metropolitan Transit Information: (612)373 -3333 Call BusLine - 24 hour automated schedule information: (612) 341 -4BUS Visit our web site at www.metrotransit.org or www.metrocouncii.org Q MetroTransit a service of the A" Metropolitan ii Council 230 East Fifth Street St. Paul, MN 55101 ® ® � ♦ r® � tm i � i St. May s Church FOURTH 14 I 0 f a City Hall/Policefire Dept. �z 1� 91 Library Trinity Post Office Church THIRD — ❑Cub Foods ® Legion Hdqrtrs. Armory St. Michael's = 1 1 v_ Church t 1 A Lowell Inn Z V 0 Stilleoater Area Chamber of Commerce (Brick Alley Bldg.) • i Commander . ► Dock Cofe Andiamo Showboats Gazebo Pioneer Park S Mill eS Desrh /� Washington County Bldg. Historic Museum Stillwater ♦, Yacht Club • ••`• Minnesota PY ® FREE PARKING 4 Hour Limit Lot 4 Bridge Lot Lot 5 Mulberry Point Lot Lot 7 Water St. Lot Lot 12 Olive St. & 2nd St. Lot Lot 13 UBC Lot 2 Hour Limit Lot 3 Chestnut St. Lot Unlimited Lot 9 North Main St. Lot Lot 10 Mulberry St. & 2nd St. Lot SECOND 3 c y Mulberry Point Antiques MAIN STREET (HWYs 36 8 95) City of9tilhoater Chamber ofCommeree [ E, OV Gas WATER Frei hthouse Lumber Baron's Y Hotel SAM Park FREE PARKING Unlimited After 6pm and All Day Sat. and Sun. Lot 8 Desch Building Lot Lot 11 Lowell Inn Lot Lot 14 Riverview Lot (Cub) 0 PAY PARKING 24 Hours Lot 1 South Main St. Lot Lot 2 River Lot (Nelson/Chestnut) Lot 6 Maple Island Lot EVEN ER Call the number listed, or Chambers of Commerce for more information. Stillwater's Area Code is 651 b0 r Minnesota Zephyr Dinner Train 430 -3000 or 1- 800 - 992 -6100 a ono Baseball Exhibit / Historic Courthouse / 430 -6233 a 22 P.D. Pappy's / live bands/ 430 -1147 Andiamo Cruises on the St. Croix / 430 -1234 Stillwater Trolley Narrated Tours / 430 -0352 1 Wearable Art Show at the Prom Center for the Family Violence Network / 770 -854 1 -2 Eagle Watch / 439 -4001 J 6 New England Spiritual Ensemble Concert / Trinity ii Lutheran Church / 439 -7400 C 8 Partnership Plan Gala at the High School / 351 -8337 8 Woods `n Rivers Rendezvous / Calvin Rutstrum Day 433 -5700 9 Sweet Adeline Concert /Historic Courthouse / 430 -6233 RVAC at Lakeview Hospital / 439 -1465 Q 12 -14 Valley Chamber Chorale Historic Courthouse / 430 -0124 13 Hope House of St. Croix Valley Annual Auction / 351 -0496 20 -21 Rivertown Art Festival in Lowell Park / 430 -2306 16 -17 RVAC Stillwater Art Crawl & FestivaL / 439 -1465 Z 16 -18 Taste of Stillwater / 439 -4001 Z) 21 Music on the Waterfront / 439 -4001 28 Music on the Waterfront / 439 -4001 4 Fireworks Celebration at dusk / 430 -2306 5 Music on the Waterfront / 439 -4001 12 Music on the Waterfront / 439 -4001 18 "Tee Up" Golf Tourney for the Family Violence Network at Oak Glen Golf Course / 770 -8544 27 -30 Lumberjack Days / 430 -2306 �n Stillwater Curve Crest Fest / 439 -4001 V 30 Cruising the St. Croix for the Family Violence Network Q 770 -8544 W 16 Rivertown Restoration Home Tour / 439 -8445 16 -17 Marine On St. Croix Art Fair / 433 -3636 15 -17 Gasthaus Bavarian Hunter "Oktoberfest" / 439 -7128 23 Plugger Poker Run / 439 -4001 W h m 7 -8 Fall Colors Fine Art and jazz Festival / 439 -4001 0 14 -16 Quilt Show/ National Grand Armory 0 ce m 17 Christmas at the Courthouse / 430 -6233 2 18 -19 Christmas at the Courthouse Art & Gifts Fair / 430 -6233 > 25 Ceramic Doll and Bear Show at the Historic Courthouse 8 430 -6233 Z W 1 -3 Stillwater Nutcracker Ballet / 439 -2820 CO 1 -24 The Holidays in Stillwater -Daily events and weekend specials w 10 Progressive Victorian Bed &Breakfasts High Tea W 4 30 2653 0 16 Best Christmas Ever / 439 -4001 - CITY - OF STILLWATE In the beautiful St. Croix [Valley City Hall 216 North Fourth Street Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 430 -8800 Telephone Numbers Parking Information and Permits: Contact City Hall (see above) Emergency: 911 Police: (651) 351 -4900 Fire: (651) 351 -4950 Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce: (651) 439 -7700 City of Stillwater Chamber of Commerce: (651) 439 -4001 Historic Courthouse: (651) 430 -6233 Washington County Information: (651) 439 -3220 Parking Permits available at City Hall pAPoONG Parking on downtown streets is 8AM!PM either 30- minute or 2 -hour, as MAN -$UN indicated by the signs. Published 2000 by City of Stillwater, Minnesota. Printed in USA. Printed by ECOPRINT Graphic Services'"" Front cover photo by Debra Chial Photography. All information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Map Parking Hours and Locations Events Information Telephone Numbers 4 HE ter PLACE OF MINNESOTA