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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07.01.22In the Know in St. Joseph July 2022 LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Residents of St. Joseph… It was delightful to see Joetown Rocks and the annual 4th of July parade back again. I want to thank all the vol- unteers, the Church of St. Joseph, the St. Joseph Lions, and St. Joseph’s Public Works and Police Departments for organizing, aiding, hosting and ensuring this annual event was held smoothly and successfully. It was wonderful to see so many friends, family and neighbors enjoying this recent holiday. While social me- dia makes it easier to connect with someone, doing so in real life is a different thing. You may have grown accus- tomed to socializing with likes, shares, and private mes- sages online. However, having an actual connection with family and friends in your own neighborhood is often more beneficial and fulfilling. As we look throughout our community at both public and private projects, the commitment is evident. We have been fortunate to have private individuals, businesses, and corporations invest their dollars into our community. Whether it is in the planning and discussion phase or fi- nal stages of development, these are exciting times in St. Joseph. If you’ve been through downtown, you are wit- nessing firsthand the transformation of this area. It will be interesting to see what will happen as lending interest rates rise again coupled with the overall pressure of the economy. Wishing you all a happy, eventful and safe summer season! Mayor Rick Schultz 320-260-0393 BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR! Property Maintenance: City Ordinance prohibits storage of rubbish items outside including trash, furniture, appli- ances, old machinery, motor vehicle parts and tires, un- used building materials, yard waste, and other unsightly items. The storage of any abandoned or junk motor vehi- cle on private property is also prohibited. Help us keep St. Joseph looking great this summer! Noise: As you are out and about this summer, please keep in mind the following noise regulations: • Outdoor Power or Lawn Equipment: The operation of outdoor power or lawn equipment such as lawnmow- ers, power hedge clippers, power saw, leaf blower, or trimmer is prohibited between 9PM—7AM. • Construction: Construction noise is prohibited be- tween 9PM—7AM • Recreational Vehicles: The operation of recreational vehicles on public streets is prohibited between the hours of 9PM—6AM. • Use of Legal Fireworks: Legal fireworks which cause noise are prohibited between the hours of 10PM— 8AM. Weed & Brush Control: Weeds and grasses are required to be kept under 10 inches in height. Campfires: Campfires are required to be limited in size to not more than 3 feet in diameter by 3 feet in height. The fire is to be contained in a metal ring, rock, concrete, or other similar noncombustible material. Odd/Even Sprinkling Regulation: From May through September, the odd/even watering regulations are in ef- fect. Properties having an address ending with an even number may sprinkle on even numbered days on- ly. Properties having an address ending with an odd number may sprinkle on odd numbered days only. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partner- ships and neighborhood camaraderie. If you are hosting a neighborhood event, please contact the St. Joseph Police Department at 320-363-8250. JOETOWN Swag Purchase your Joetown swag at the Min- nesota Street Market. T-shirts and ball- caps are available for $25. Show off your excitement of all the great things to see and do in St. Joseph. Visit joetown.org to find out more about “the BEST small town.” Construction/Building Permits Required Building permits are not only required for new con- struction, but also for roofing, windows, decks, fences, accessory structures, and siding. Permit applications and additional information can be found at https://www.cityofstjoseph.com/134/Building-Permits- Inspections. Dates to Remember Aug 9 Primary Election Day Aug 27 Movie in the Park, Encanto Sept 5 Labor Day, City Offices Closed Help Keep Our Water DRINKABLE, FISHABLE, SWIM- MABLE What Can You Do? Tip#1: The best practice to cleaning your driveway is by using a broom and dust pan. Hosing your driveway with water can cause dirt, grass clippings, oil, fertilizers and other pollutants to collect in the street and may harm our local lakes and rivers. Any debris that is collected should be disposed of appropriately and not swept into the street or gutter. Tip#2: Water usage increases greatly during the summer months as people begin to care for a lawn or garden. • Check your sprinklers and make sure they are spray- ing at your lawn or garden, not on a sidewalk or driveway • Water early in the morning before it gets too warm. Cooler weather will ensure that the water does not evaporate as quickly • If your sprinkler system is automatic, make sure to adjust the watering schedule based on weather • Water your lawn about 1 inch per week Tip #3: Pick up after your pets. Pet waste is not fertilizer, it can be acidic and harmful to our lakes and rivers. Water Meter Replacement Program—Coming Soon! This August, the City will be implementing a mandatory water meter replacement program. This program will be conducted in phases over the next several years. The re- placement takes approximately 25 to 45 minutes and there is no cost to the homeowner. Most water meters were installed in 2008, and are nearing the end of their lifespan. The new water meter system includes additional functionality allowing residents to monitor their use via a smart phone app or computer, helping residents to con- serve water and save on their water bills. This functional- ity will also add in new efficiencies for the City. The City’s contractor, Midwest Testing, will be installing the meters. Notifications will be mailed and will include fur- ther details and instructions for scheduling appointments. Information will also be posted on our website. Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) The mission of RSVP is to engage adults age 55 or better in meaningful volunteer service that strengthens the well-being of both self and community. RSVP bridges the gaps between those who need and those who give. The Greater St. Cloud Area RSVP serves Stearns, Benton, and Sherburne counties and there are many active RSVP volunteers resid- ing in St. Joseph. If you or someone you know would like to explore a volunteer position, contact RSVP at 320.255.7295! Park & Recreation Events Fun Days in the Park: Come and enjoy some summer fun with face painting, water balloons, Reader’s Theater Presentation at 1PM, bubbles, bocce ball, and other kid’s games! Saturday, July 23rd 1-3PM, Northland Park AND Saturday, August 20 1-3PM, Centennial Park Movie in the Park: August 27th, 8:30PM, Millstream Park. Bring your blankets and chairs and watch Encanto! 3 on 3 Basketball: Wednesdays throughout the summer at Centennial Park from 7-8:30PM, ages 14+, prizes for win- ners! Community Ed at Kennedy Community School Community Ed offers many programs and activities that take place at Kennedy Community School. Activities for this summer include: • African Safari—Drawing Art Workshop #2789-22S1 • Cake Pops for Kids #2772-22S1 or #2772-22S2 • Cookie Decorating #2730-22S2 • Soccer Tykes Ages 2-5 #2779-22S3 or #2779-22S4 • Soccer Ages 5-14 #2787-22S3 or #2787-22S4 • Multi-Sport Camp (Soccer, Flag Football, Basketball) Ages 5-14 #2788-22S1 or #2788-22S2 • Volleyball Grades 3-5, Class #2801-22F1 Driver Improvement—Refresher, Class #3313-22S3: Au- gust 16th; 9AM-1:30PM at St. Joseph Government Center. Register at https://www.isd742.org/page/903 and refer- ence the course numbers above. Community Events St. Joseph Farmers’ Market: Fridays from 3-6PM at Resur- rection Lutheran Church. Local farmers and crafters offer a variety of locally-grown food as well as may other prod- ucts to purchase. Wood Fired Wednesdays: Join the fun at Rolling Ridge Wedding & Event Center every Wednesday from 4PM- 9PM. Check out the menu and music lineup at https:// rollingridgeevents.com/woodfirewednesdays/ Millstream Arts Festival: Millstream Arts Festival will return on Sunday, August 28th from 11AM—5PM in downtown St. Joseph. Rock for Alzheimer’s: Sunday, September 11th at Bad Hab- it Brewing Co. The City of St. Joseph is accepting applications for the St. Joseph Volunteer Fire Department. Members are paid per response and training will be provided. Positions are open until filled. Apply online at www.cityofstjoseph.com. 2022 Primary Election The Primary Election is Tuesday, August 9, 2022. All polling places will be open from 7AM—8PM. Voter Registration: The last day to pre-register for the August Primary is July 19th. You can register to vote online at https://mnvotes.sos.state.mn.us/VoterRegistration/VoterRegistrationMain.aspx Absentee Voting: Absentee balloting began June 24th for the August 9th Primary. St. Joseph residents can vote by absentee in person during this time or by mail. In person at: • St. Cloud City Hall, 1201 7th St S. Hours are 8AM-4:30PM., Monday through Friday and Saturday, August 6th from 10AM-3PM • Stearns County Service Center, 3301 County Road 138. Hours are 8AM-4:30PM., Monday through Friday and Saturday, August 6th from 10AM-3PM By Mail: Apply for an absentee ballot online at mnvotes.org or contact the Stearns County Auditor-Treasurer’s office and an application will be mailed to you. The ballot will be mailed with instruction on how to complete the process and return it to the Stearns County Election Office. Voters can then track their ballots online at mnvotes.org. Early Voting at City Hall: St. Joseph Residents also have the opportunity to vote at the St. Joseph Govern- ment Center 1 week prior to Election Day. For the August Primary, the available dates/times are as follows: • August 2nd-5th 8:00AM-4:30PM • August 6th 10:00AM-3:00PM • August 8th 8:00AM-5:00PM Where Should You Vote? The 2020 Census resulted in the city having to add a 3rd precinct and subsequent- ly a 3rd polling place. See back for new precinct map. Precinct 1 polling place—Heritage Hall, 12 MN St W. All residents residing WEST of College Avenue/CR2 will vote here. Precinct 2 polling place—St. Joseph Government Center, 75 Callaway St E. All residents residing SOUTH of CR75 and EAST of College Ave/CR2 will vote here. Precinct 3 polling place—Resurrection Lutheran Church, 610 CR2. All residents residing NORTH of CR75 and EAST of College Ave/CR2 will vote here. Filing for Office: There will be 3 local seats up for election in 2022; the Mayoral Seat and 2 City Council Seats. These seats will be voted on at the General Election on November 8, 2022. If you are interested in running for office for the City of St. Joseph, more information can be found at www.cityofstjoseph.com. Please note that the filing period is August 2, 2022 to 5:00PM on August 16, 2022. Direct local election questions to: City Clerk Kayla Klein kklein@cityofstjoseph.com Precinct Map 320-229-9421 PRECINCT 2 PRECINCT 3 PRECINCT 1 PRECINCT BOUNDARIES Esri Canada, Esri, HERE, Garmin, GeoTechnologies, Inc., USGS, METI/ NASA, NGA, EPA, USDA 0 0.85 1.70.42 mi 0 1 20.5 km 1:72,224 Web AppBuilder for ArcGIS Esri Canada, Esri, HERE, Garmin, GeoTechnologies, Inc., USGS, METI/NASA, NGA, EPA, USDA | * P2 Polling Place St. Joseph Government Center, 75 Callaway St E * P3 Polling Place Resurrection Lutheran Church, 610 CR 2 *P1 Polling Place Heritage Hall, 12 MN St W