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2024 Spring/Summer NewsletterCity of Monticello Summer 2024 Connections create community. Our annual summer newsletter is one of our favorite ways to keep you connected with the City of Monticello. Peek inside for helpful information about city elections, local projects & initiatives, summer events, and more! PRIMARY ELECTION: 5 | CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: 6-7 | SALES TAX SNAP SHOT: 9 City of Monticello DirectoryCity of Monticello Directory 2024 Summer Newsletter City Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 A Message from the Administrator Elections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2024 Elections | Precinct Map Construction Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Downtown | MnDOT’s 2024 Projects Local Sales Tax Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Development Update | Budgeting for Growth Events & Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Community Events | Monticello Community Center Parks, Arts, & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 PAR Master Plan | BCOL Improvements Project | Pickleball Shopping Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 MontiArts | Hi-Way Liquors | Monticello DMV Public Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Public Works Facility | New Water Treatment Plant Seasonal Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Stormwater & Pollution Reminders | EAB Management Public Safety & Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Fire Department | WCSO | Senior Center Keeping Our Community Beautiful . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Home Maintenance | Pet Waste Disposal Putting Down Roots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Managed Natural Landscapes | Turf Conversion Garbage & Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Waste Management’s Direct Line | 2024 Summer Calendar City Offices Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (612) 859-6989 203 Chelsea Road, Monticello, MN 55362 Facility Hours: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: animal.control@ci.monticello.mn.us City Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (763) 295-2711 505 Walnut Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: info@ci.monticello.mn.us Parks, Arts, & Recreation. . . . . . . (763) 295-2711 505 Walnut Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: parks.info@ci.monticello.mn.us Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . (763) 295-2954 505 Walnut Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 5 a.m. - 9 p.m. (Monday - Friday) 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Saturday), Closed Sundays (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day) Email: mccinfo@ci.monticello.mn.us Website: www.monticellocommunitycenter.com Dept. of Motor Vehicles . . . . . . . (763) 295-2712 118 West 6th Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Saturday) Email: deputy.registrar2@ci.monticello.mn.us FiberNet Monticello . . . . . . . . . . .(763) 314-0100 118 West 6th Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m./1:30 - 4 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Phones: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: service@fibernetmonticello.com Website: www.fibernetmonticello.com Hi-Way Liquors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (763) 295-5222 545 Highway 25 North, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. (Monday - Thursday) 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. (Friday - Saturday) 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Sunday) Email: randall.johnsen@ci.monticello.mn.us Public Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (763) 295-3170 909 Golf Course Road, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: public.works@ci.monticello.mn.us Fire Department Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Non-Emergency . . . . . . . . (763) 295-4111 Wright County Sheriff’s Office Emergency . . 911 Non-Emergency . . . . . . . . (763) 682-1162 Trailblazer Transit . . . . . . . . . . . .1 (888) 743-3828 Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Daily | Handicap Accessible $2/Ride in city limits | $4/Ride less than 25 miles Summer | 2024 | Page 3 I love the city newsletter. I love watching the bright pages take shape with news about the projects, programs, and events happening around Monticello. When they’re all here in one place, they become more than individual updates and stories. Together, these articles highlight how everything we do is intended to continue strengthening our community. Across all departments and in all our efforts, we’re looking for opportunities to take the best parts of Monticello and add to them. This focus has guided us through the most recent efforts to revitalize Downtown. Downtown was already a unique part of the community with the river, local businesses, parks, and events. We wanted to support those existing elements with new ideas to bring attention and activity to the area. This included reconnecting Walnut Street to River Street, improving pedestrian safety, adding more parking Credit: Eric Haugen, League of MN Cities A Message from the Administrator options, updating the edge of West Bridge Park, and installing a series of landscaping and design features to create a unique atmosphere. Crews are working to finish the project this summer, and then we look forward to seeing Downtown flourish once again. And we’re not only focusing on Downtown; we’re planning and building throughout Monticello. We want our city to be a place where people are excited to invest in their future because we’ve matched those investments with our own. You can find information about our ideas and efforts around Monticello in the pages that follow. I hope this newsletter helps you feel connected, informed, and ready to participate in the cool events and initiatives happening around Monticello. Because my favorite part of the newsletter is when it’s finished, and we get to share it with all of you. - Rachel Leonard, City Administrator Filing for Local City Elections Interested in a new way to get involved in your community? Consider running for local office! In 2024, there will be three positions open for election on the Monticello City Council: the mayor and two council members. The terms begin on the first Monday in January 2025. To be eligible for office, you must meet certain criteria: you must be a registered voter, at least 21 years old when taking office, and have been a resident of the city for at least 30 days before the General Election on Tuesday, November 5. SCAN HERE TO LEARN MORE: Residents interested in running for office can file for candidacy at City Hall during regular office hours, which are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To file, candidates need to complete an Affidavit of Candidacy and pay a $5 filing fee. Filing for candidacy opens at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 30, and closes at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13. You can find more information about candidate qualifications, position responsibilities, and running for local office on our website: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/557/Candidates Campaign Sign RulesCampaign signs should not interfere with regulatory signs and traffic control devices. Campaign signs should not impede the view at intersections and should not be attached to trees, rocks or power poles. Campaign signs should not be placed on parkland, other publicly owned property or bridges/overpasses. Page 4 | www.ci.monticello.mn.us City Council The Monticello City Council includes the Mayor and four Council Members. The Mayor is the presiding officer and serves a two-year term. Council Members serve four-year staggered terms, so there are two seats up for election every two years. As a group, the Council is responsible for the efficient operation of the city government through policies and ordinances. They’re also responsible for budgeting, taxation, and management of city property. City Council Meetings • 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Monticello Community Center. • The City Council meeting agenda is available at the meeting or at www.ci.monticello.mn.us/AgendaCenter. • Watch live from our website or cable channel 12/180. The recordings are replayed on cable or anytime on our website. • Have a question or concern? You can speak during Citizen Comments to address the Council about topics not on the agenda. Each speaker is allowed three minutes to speak to the Council. • Highlights from the City Council meetings are posted to the City blog on our website: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/Blog.aspx • Archived agendas and minutes are available on our website or by contacting the City Clerk at (763) 295-2711. Lloyd Hilgart, Mayor Term Expires: Dec. 31, 2024 Charlotte Gabler, Council Member Term Expires: Dec. 31, 2026 Tracy Hinz, Council Member Term Expires: Dec. 31, 2026 Lee Martie, Council Member Term Expires: Dec. 31, 2024 Sam Murdoff, Council Member Term Expires: Dec. 31, 2024 Want to work closer to home? Come work for the City of Monticello! You can find current employment and volunteer opportunities on our website, or be the first to learn about employment opportunities with the City by signing up to receive email notifications each time a position opens in your area of interest! Openings on our various boards and commissions like the Economic Development Authority (EDA), Planning Commission, and the Parks, Arts, & Recreation Commission (PARC) are also posted to the city’s website when there are vacancies to fill. To register, visit the City Employment link on the City’s website and click on Menu in the top left corner of the page, then select Job Interest Notifications in the drop-down menu to sign up. Row 1: Sam Murdoff & Tracy Hinz. Row 2: Charlotte Gabler, Mayor Lloyd Hilgart & Lee Martie (from left to right). 2024 ElectionsThe 2024 Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, August 13. The purpose of the primary election is to narrow down the state and national candidate pool. You must vote within one political party for your vote to be counted during the primary. The 2024 General Election will take place on Tuesday, November 5. The election includes the offices for Mayor and Council candidates as well as other local, state, and federal offices, including President. 2024 Primary Election Dates • Absentee voting for the Primary Election (in person or by mail) begins Friday, June 28. • The last day to pre-register to vote for the Primary Election is Tuesday, July 23 (after this date, you must register at the time of voting) • City Hall opens on Saturday, August 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for MONTICELLO’S FOUR POLLING LOCATIONS FOR THE 2024 ELECTIONS MONTICELLO P-1 POLLING PLACE LOCATION – Monticello Community Center Gymnasium, MONTICELLO P-2 POLLING PLACE LOCATION – Resurrection Lutheran Church, MONTICELLO P-3 POLLING PLACE LOCATION – Monticello High School Fieldhouse (Gym), MONTICELLO P-4 POLLING PLACE LOCATION – NEW LOCATION: Grace Bible Church, 505 Walnut Street 9300 Jason Avenue NE 5225 School Boulevard 300 Riverview Drive Summer | 2024 | Page 5 !"b$STATE HIGHWAY 25 SFENNING AVE NERIVERVIEW DR N E GOLF COURSE RD COUNTYROAD39NE SPIRIT HILLSRDSCHOOL BLVD 6TH ST WELMSTCOUNTY ROAD 39 NE CHESTNUT STEBROADWAYST 99THSTNE PELI CANLNALPINECT 89T H STNE DEER CIRSTONERIDGEDRTANAGER CIRFOXSTEAKERNAVEEDMONSONAVE NE BISON CIR 85TH ST NE FARMSTEADDR 4TH ST W 90TH ST N E 86TH ST NEHAMPTONCT MILL CTNEVINE STBADGER CIR STARLINGDRRIVERST W INNSBROOK DR REDFORD LN FIELDCRESTCIR EISELEAVENEWASHINGTON ST 87THSTNE OAK LN GOOD RIC HDR7THSTE 82ND ST NE DUNDAS RD WRIGHT STCHELSEARD W4TH ST E PRAIRIE RD MEADOW OAKAVENE DEEGAN CT MINNESOTA ST88THSTNE FALLON AVE NE5TH ST W OA KRI DGEDRNOAKVIEWCIRHARVESTCT BADGERSTGRAYSTONEAVEPRESCOTTDRLINN STSUMMITCT WALNUT STSTATE HIGHWAY 25 NE102NDSTNE 5TH S T W PALM STRIVER S T E RIVER S T W WALNUT ST SLOCUST STPINE STHENNEPIN STRAMSEY STVINE STWRIGHT STNEW STFRONTST CHELS E A R DPALM STDA R R O W AVE N E LOCUSTST83RD STNE GINGHAMCT PEBBLEBROOKDR 90TH ST NEVINELN OAKVIEWCTCRAIGLNKENNETHLN BEARAVESTONERIDGELN H ALL A VENE120TH STNE SOMERS ETLNOAK W O O D D R E HALSEY AVE NEHARDINGAVE NEIDE AVE NE96TH ST NE OAKRIDGECIROAKWOODDR GARVEYCTHAMLINE AVE NEIBSONAVENEMEADOWLNNE GIFFORTAVENECEDARSTDALTONCT 95TH ST NE GIFFORTCT HILLTOPDR PRIVATE D R 84TH ST NE HAYWARD CTSSANDYLN FALLO NDRHARRINGTON AVE NEDALTON AV E NERIVER S T W DAVERN AVE NEDARROW AVE NEHIGH LAN DW AY 94THSTNE WEST ONDR MARVI NRD101ST ST N E EASTOAKDR FALCONAVE CHELSEARD DALTONAV EN ECAHILL AVE NEMISSISSIPPIDRNE FENNING AVE NETO EBI94 CAHILL AVE NE85TH ST NE 85T HSTNEFALLONAVE NEBRIAROAKES BLVDALPINEDRGATEWATERDR83RD STNE HAUGAVENEELKAVEOAKRIDGEDR WILDWOOD WAYMARVINELWOODRDEIDERLN GOLDENPONDLNFAIRWAY DRHART BLVD WOODSIDE DRCROCUS LN ORCHARDCIREEAGLE NESTLNMINNESOTA ST DEERST HE DMANLN PARKDR MALLARDLN RIVERMILLDRN E7THSTW MEADOW OAKLNN ESANDBERGRDCEDAR ST3RD S T W HAUG AVE NEOVERLOOK LNDEEGANAVE GILLARD AVE NEICKLER AVE NEMILL TRAIL DR NE GO ODRICHDRNEJERRYLIEFERTDR KEVINLONGLEYDR FAI RHIL LLNDAVIDSONAVE NEDARLI NGTONAVENEDALTONAV E NE 84THSTNEHAYWARDCTN PRAIRIECREEKLN RED ROCK LNCLUBVIEWDR OAKVIEWLN HARTBLVD THOMAS PARK DRMARTINDR HILLCRESTRD GILBERTAVENECAMERON AVE NE11 0THSTNE GOODRICHAVENE116THST NE MILLRUNRD HA MILTON AVENEHARDING AVE NEHARDING AVE NECHAMBERLAIN AVE NE ² 1 inch = 2,092.828706 feetMonticello Geographic Information System Source: City of Monticello GIS 0 2,5001,250 Feet Document Path: J:\gis\city\MONT\Maps\Basemap.mxd Monticello Election Precincts Precinct Dividing line 1 2 Precinct 1 Precinct 2 Resurrection Lutheran Church 9300 Jason Ave. NE Precinct 4 Monticello Community Center 505 Walnut Street Precinct 3High School Fieldhouse (Door 1) 5225 School Blvd. Grace Bible Church 300 Riverview Drive 3 4 absentee voting in person. • Primary Election Day is Tuesday, August 13. Precincts will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for voting. East Broadway Improvements & 7th Street Retaining Wall and Sidewalk Project The City of Monticello and Wright County are completing a pavement project along CSAH 75 (East Broadway Street) from MN Trunk Highway 25 (Pine Street) to the CSAH 39/18 (Fenning Avenue) intersection. The project focuses on bituminous mill-and-overlay pavement preservation; fixing spots in the concrete curbs and gutters, making sure pedestrian ramps meet ADA standards, and repairing sewer and storm manholes. The project also combines the reconstruction of the 7th Street Retaining Wall and Sidewalk Improvement Project; and improvements to the DMV Parking Lot. The Project Improvements include: • Added pathway lighting • Trail maintenance/repaving on the south side of Broadway Street (from the Monticello Middle School to Fenning) • Safer pedestrian crossings • An updated retaining wall along 7th Street (by CUB Foods) • Additional sidewalk connections (Cedar Street to Washington Street) • An updated rectangular rapid flashing beacon at Walnut & 7th Street Construction on East Broadway will continue through June. Work on 7th Street is scheduled to begin in May and continue through August, and the DMV parking lot improvements are scheduled to begin in May and will take approximately one week to reclaim and re-stripe the lot. What’s Up Downtown We’re Not Done in Downtown Downtown Monticello has seen big changes lately. The corner of Broadway and Pine Street (TH25) now has a new mixed-use building called Block 52, where people live and work. Block 52 welcomed its first new residents earlier this year. Walnut Street now connects to River Street, making it easier to get around. Changes to streets, lights, and parking have made downtown safer and more walkable. But the transformation isn’t over yet! This summer, more improvements are coming: • A short street closure will help finish street work • A new parklet will be added near Block 52 for people to enjoy with cozy and inviting green spaces • A plaza with plenty of seating, plantings, and lighting features will open at the south corner of Walnut and River Streets • More trees, landscaping, plants and directional/wayfinding signs throughout the area • A beautiful new seating edge, ADA accessible pathway, and additional playground improvements at West Bridge Park Our goal is to continue to making downtown brighter, safer and more beautiful than before. As the enhancements continue to be made, we invite you to explore the area to see for yourself why downtown is the place to be! Page 6 | www.ci.monticello.mn.us Wright & Sherburne Counties’ Planning & Environmental Linkage (PEL) Process Monticello is part of a group called the Central Mississippi River Regional Planning Partnership (CMRP). This group is made up of local governments working together to improve transportation between Highway 10 and I-94, including Highway 25 and a possible new bridge over the river. In 2023, CMRP began a study called Planning & Environmental Linkages (PEL), led by Sherburne and Wright Counties. This study helps identify transportation issues and environmental concerns along Highway 25 and the surrounding area. It aims to understand how people use this corridor and what improvements could be made in the future. We hope the findings will support the need for a new bridge and other transportation upgrades. To learn more about the study, visit the City’s project page or go to: https://arcg.is/1qaWPz0 Making Monticello’s Streets Safer The Safe Streets 4 All (SS4A) program provides federal funding to prevent accidents on roads. In January 2023, Monticello received $200,000 from this program to create a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. This plan will outline ways to make our roads safer and prevent serious injuries and deaths. One main goal of the Action Plan is to find ways to improve safety for everyone who uses our roads, whether they’re walking, biking, or driving. We’ll study safety, talk to people in the community, especially those who might not always be heard, and suggest changes to city policies and processes to make sure safety is a top priority. The plan will be finished this summer and will guide the city in making our roads safer for everyone. You can learn more about this project on the City’s website: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/639/5378 2024 Construction Projects Summer | 2024 | Page 7 Construction projects achieve different purposes throughout our community. Whether it’s new connections, maintenance of infrastructure, or adding safety enhancements; all of our projects begin with the purpose of helping you get from here to there in a better, safer way. MnDOT has several projects coming to Monticello. MnDOT: Highway 25 Improvements between Buffalo & Monticello MnDOT is developing design plans for another Highway 25 project. This project will improve Highway 25 from Catlin Street in Buffalo to Kjellberg Court in south Monticello. Work is scheduled to begin in 2026 and currently includes the installation of four roundabouts, and ditch and roadway improvements. Visit MnDOT’s website to learn more: www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/hwy25 MnDOT: I-94 expansion between Albertville & Monticello MnDOT’s I-94 Gap project begins this summer! The Gap Project will expand I-94 to six lanes, three in each direction to close the gap between Albertville and Monticello. Prep work is anticipated to begin in July 2024, with construction taking place from Spring 2025 through Fall 2026, with wrap up anticipated in 2027. More information is available on MnDOT’s project page: www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/i94gap MnDOT: Resurfacing the Highway 25 Mississippi River Bridge One of many projects happening in Downtown Monticello this summer: MnDOT will be resurfacing the Highway 25 bridge. Work is anticipated to begin in July and last through October. Future impacts include single lane closures in both directions, significant delays, and some overnight closures. Visit MnDOT’s project page to learn more and to sign up for email updates! www.dot.state.mn.us/d3/projects/monticello Construction Season RemindersWe know there will be some challenges navigating our community this summer, but we’re all in this together! Stay updated on construction projects by visiting the City’s website (www.ci.monticello.mn.us) and clicking on the “Projects” button. Sign up for our City Alerts program to get updates via text or email about upcoming detours and road closures. Or, subscribe to MnDOT’s 511 Alerts (https://511mn.org) for real-time updates via text or email about detours and traffic closures. We encourage everyone to plan extra travel time, watch for construction workers and equipment, and stay safe! We also encourage residents to support local businesses during construction! SIGN UP FOR CITY ALERTS Page 8 | www.ci.monticello.mn.us Development UpdateDevelopment Update Growing Stronger One of Monticello’s goals is to grow from within. We want to use the resources we’ve already invested in to strengthen our economic future and our community. Our work toward this goal has seen real progress over the last few months. Monticello added new employment opportunities with the opening of Wiha Tools’ new location along 7th Street, an expansion of a thriving existing Monticello business. Their relocation to this new facility has now opened up their previous Monticello building to new manufacturers, creating more jobs and Monticello-made products and services. We’re also getting new places to eat and shop! The City Council approved the first phase of a new development near Chelsea Road and Fenning Avenue. This area will have new restaurants and stores, giving us more options close to home. This location will offer new fast casual restaurants and new retail and service locations for Monticello residents and visitors. This increase in commercial development has been spurred on by the growth in residential development. Progress on Savanna Vista, a new 200-unit apartment on Edmonson Avenue, and the 87 residential units at Block 52 mean more people, more business! Growth isn’t slowing down in 2024. Proposals for more restaurants and hospitality businesses are making their way through the City review process. Construction is underway in a number of single-family neighborhoods, adding more residents and families to our community. We’re working to help everyone feel connected. A new guide for residents will be sent out later this year, giving helpful information about Monticello. You can also stay updated on our website and social media to see all the exciting things happening here! Budgeting for Growth Monticello collects taxes through two levies: the Property Tax Levy for general city operations and projects, and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority Levy (HRA Levy) for the Economic Development Authority (EDA). To set these levies accurately, Monticello starts with a draft budget. In late spring, staff begin to update revenue projections, review year-to-date expenses, and evaluate tax base changes using information from the Wright County Assessor’s Office and MN Dept. of Revenue. We bring this collected information to the City Council in a series of summer workshops to collaboratively create a draft budget; this helps the City Council set the preliminary levy amounts every September. Then throughout the fall the Council and staff continue to refine the budget before the final Property Tax Levy, HRA Levy, and Budget are adopted in December. How to get involved in the budget process: • Attend the City Council’s budget workshop(s). Workshops typically happen in special meetings before the regular City Council meetings starting in July. The notice of a workshop is posted with the City Council agenda on the Thursday before the meeting. Special meetings are always open to the public. • Ask your questions or give your feedback to city staff – just ask for someone from the finance or city administration departments. • Watch for other opportunities to give feedback. Major projects often have open houses for public feedback – keep an eye out for surveys or public engagement options. • Monticello residents can run for City Council or volunteer for boards like the Planning Commission or EDA. Vacancies are posted on the city’s website. Sales Tax Snap ShotSales Tax Snap Shot Summer | 2024 | Page 9 Why a Local Sales Tax? Monticello is proposing a local sales tax because we believe it’s an opportunity to fund two regional recreation projects. The Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park and The Pointes at Cedar Recreational Area are both existing projects that haven’t been fully built out yet. Knowing they will require additional investment, we looked at our funding options for future phases. MN has specific requirements for when a sales tax can be used, and both of Monticello’s projects qualify. Your Vote is Your Voice! We believe voters deserve the chance to decide if they would support using a sales tax to pay for the next phases of these projects. If approved, the sales tax revenue would come from people who shop in Monticello, no matter where they live. A recent study estimated 68.6% of the sales tax revenue would come from non-residents. The regional revenue would be used for the two regionally valuable projects: Bertram and The Pointes. In turn, local property taxes would be used for city operations and other vital projects in our community. The City is proposing ONE half-cent sales tax (1/2 cent for every $1 spent) that would be used to fund the projects. It would follow the state sales tax guidelines and wouldn’t apply to essentials like groceries, medications, baby products or clothing. A list of non-taxable items can be found on our website. Voters will consider the sales tax on their General Election ballot on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. They can approve the sales tax for both, one, or neither of the projects. If approved by voters, the sales tax would take effect in 2025 and last a maximum of 20 years. It does not automatically renew. A list of Sales Tax FAQs and project information can be found on the City’s Website and at https://bit.ly/MontiSalesTax! Monticello, Let’s Chalk: August 24 & 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Downtown Monticello Join us in Downtown Monticello as we watch professional street artists turn our roadways into art! Let’s Chalk is a free, two-day festival with live music, food, and fun for everyone! Visit our website to learn more about this event, parking information, and to learn more about the featured artists participating in the event! Spring & Summer EventsSpring & Summer Events Bubble & Foam Party: June 11 from 5-6:30 p.m. at Pioneer Park This is a free family friendly event with a DJ, bubbles, foam, and food! Check out the Monticello Community Center’s booth for membership sales. Concessions will be available to purchase. Visit our website for more information! MFD’s Annual Golf Tournament: Sunday, June 2 at the Monticello County Club Join us at the Monticello Country Club for the 2024 Monticello Fire Department Golf Tournament! There will be raffles, door prizes, and more! Interested in participating? Contact Eric at (763) 464-6564 or email fire.pr@ci.monticello.mn.us Music on the Mississippi: June 26 & July 24 from 6-8 p.m. at Ellison Park Join us for another summer of live music overlooking the beautiful Mississippi River! Bring a chair and your dancing shoes and enjoy some great live music! Food, beer, and beverages are available for purchase from 6-8 p.m. Live music is from 6:30-8 p.m. Check out the 2024 Concert schedule on our website: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/549 Farmers Market: Thursdays from 3:30-7 p.m. (6 p.m. closing in Sept.) The Monticello Farmers Market happens each week, rain or shine, in the Library parking lot. The market allows customers to purchase fresh, local food; purchase local hand-crafted items and art; and listen to live music. For a list of vendors go to www.montifarmersmarket.com Movies in the Park: June 14 & August 2 at dusk in Pioneer Park Invite your friends and join us at dusk in Pioneer Park! Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and some snacks. Don’t forget the bug spray! Concessions are available from Riverside Students. View our movie line up: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/550 Walk & Roll: Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Downtown Monticello We’ll be walking and rolling on Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Visit our website to learn more about Walk & Roll and to view our route map and our 2024 Pathport: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/551 Page 10 | www.ci.monticello.mn.us Bertram Beats: June 20 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Chalet Amphitheater Join us at Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park (9910 Briarwood Ave. NE) for our first ever Bertram Beats concert! Featuring Shane Martin. Sponsored by Wright County Parks & Recreation and Monticello Parks, Arts, & Recreation. Father Daughter Dance: August 6 from 6-8 p.m. at Ellison Park Fathers, grandfathers, older brothers, uncles, any other father figures, and their girls are invited to this fun and meaningful night honoring their special relationship! This event is for all ages! There will be music, dancing, crafts, refreshments, and more! Spots are limited, so sign up before the event sells out. The event costs $20 per couple, and $5 each for additional daughter(s). Register today! www.ci.monticello.mn.us/572 Community Events & Activities Summer | 2024 | Page 11 Riverfest 2024: Friday, July 12 - Sunday, July 14 Thursday, July 11: MCC, Ellison Park - Pre-Riverfest Community Events• • CoCommunity Center Block Party from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Start your Riverfest celebrations early with a Block Party at the Monticello Community Center! Stop by for a free lunch, complete with a beverage and dessert. The fun happens near the Senior Center entrance to the facility. • The Chamber’s Party in the Park at Ellison Park is from 5-8 p.m. Friday, July 12 | Pioneer Park, Monticello High School• Riverfest kicks off with Family Night, Talent Show, and Fireworks Saturday, July 13 | Downtown, Monticello Fire Station, Ellison Park, MCC • Day 2 of Riverfest features a 5K, Art in the Park, Taste of Monticello, Bean Bag Tournament, Duck Race, the Street Dance including food and music behind MCC • MFD Annual Open House from 3:30-5:30 p.m. This year, our annual open house will take place during Riverfest! As always, we will have our firefighters present, our fleet of trucks to explore, other public safety personnel, and food trucks! Bring the family out for a fun-filled event! Sunday, July 14 | Downtown, MCC• The final day of Riverfest includes Community Worship, the Parade, Coronation, Children’s Games, Food and Music To view the full event schedule, shuttle stops, and additional information, go to www.MonticelloRiverfest.com Monticello Community CenterFitness for All Our mission is to offer fun and accessible fitness opportunities for all! If you’re just starting your fitness journey, check out our fitness equipment orientation class, where our certified personal trainers will help you get acclimated to the equipment, allowing you a safer, more effective workout. Want to change up your routine? Check out one of our fitness classes! Classes are included in your MCC Membership. Whether you want to dance through ZUMBA!, swim during water aerobics, power through body blast, spin class and boot camp, or re-center with yoga, we’ve got something for everyone! In addition to fun events like Movies in the Park or the Father Daughter Dance, we also offer educational programming for kids, like swimming lessons for ages 3 and up, as well as Kids Lifting Certification classes for ages 12-15. Check out the MyMonticello App or go to mymonti.clubautomation.com to learn more! Summer Hours The Monticello Community Center (MCC) will be closed on Sundays from May 26 to September 8. Check our website, for MCC’s Summer Hours and holiday closures! www.monticellocommunitycenter.com Summer Swim at Bertram Make a splash this summer with us at YMCA Camp Manitou! Beginning May 25 through September 8, MCC pool staff will operate the pool area and splash pad at Bertram! Our hours of operation will be Saturdays and Sundays from 12-6 p.m. (weather permitting). MCC and YMCA members get in free! Nonmember admission costs $10/person for ages 3 and older. Download the MyMonticello App The MyMonticello App allows community members access to schedule and book Monticello’s amenities. Download the MyMonticello App to sign up for events, programs, and fitness classes. Available in your app store! Kids playing at the Splash Pad. Courtesy: YMCA Camp Manitou Family Swim and Slide at the MCC. Walnut Street entrance of the Monticello Community Center. Water Aerobics class in the pool at the MCC. SCAN HERE TO LEARN MORE: Page 12 | www.ci.monticello.mn.us Parks, Arts & Recreation (PAR)Parks, Arts & Recreation (PAR) PAR Master Plan: Our Parks, Our Places! Parks and Recreation is a key part of what makes Monticello special. Our community has invested in playgrounds, green spaces and gardens, sports fields, and the arts to give people places and programming to enjoy. In 2023 we completed a needs assessment of the infrastructure, amenities, and programming we already have and what residents need and want us to offer in the future. Now we’re using that information and much more to create a Master Plan. We’re evaluate existing parks, arts, and recreation infrastructure and programming to better understand how well it’s serving the needs of the community and what system adjustments and improvements should be prioritized to best meet those needs in the future. Scan the QR code or visit the project page on our website www.ci.monticello.mn.us/623 for the event schedule, public input opportunities, and important project updates. Pickleball Courts in Monticello In February, the Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission (PARC) met with representatives from various pickleball associations to begin planning the location of future pickleball courts. They identified 3 possible locations for the courts, ultimately suggesting the BCOL Regional Athletic Park. A sub-committee was created during the March PARC meeting to begin working on the design and amenities for the courts. Their goal is to present budgetary proposals to the City Council for 2025. Following the completion of the PAR Master Plan, we will be analyzing the existing BCOL Master Plan to identify locations for additional infrastructure, fields, etc. based on our community’s needs. Bertram Chain of Lakes (BCOL) Athletic Park - Phase II Improvements Project Construction of a new phase of improvements at the Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park started last fall (2023) and will be completed this summer (2024). The project focuses on improving site access with additional parking, accessibility, drinking water, irrigation, and pedestrian safety upgrades. The project expanded the existing gravel parking lot and a new gravel parking lot to the south of the pond, added security lighting and additional internal roadway connections were constructed. The project also included the expansion of the existing trail system, three drinking fountains, a concrete pad for restrooms, tree planting and native seeding. Improvements at BCOL are part of a phased approach to building the Bertram Chain of Lakes Athletic Park. The local sales tax on page 9 would be used for these future phases (if approved). Learn more about the proposed local sales tax and project information at https://bit.ly/MontiSalesTax!K:\019744-000\Graphics\Recreation Site PlanRecreation Site Plan - Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Complex Monticello, Minnesota February 09, 2022 | WSB Project number: 019744-000 Scale in Feet 600’0’300’150’ EXISTING PARK ENTRANCE LEGEND OWNED PROPERTY BOUNDARY (x ACRES) PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS EXISTING TO REMAIN EXISTING GRAVEL PARKING LOT (8) EXISTING ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ON BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT (2)EXISTING MULTI-PURPOSE FIELDS ONE-WAY GRAVEL ENTRANCE ROAD EXISTING POND EXPAND GRAVEL PARKING LOT (+145 SPACES) PICNIC AREA WITH SHELTER CANOPY TREES (TYP.) GRAVEL PARKING LOT (+300 SPACES) (7) ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ON BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT CONCRETE PAD WITH BENCH, WATER FOUNTAIN, AND TEMPORARY RESTROOMS EXTEND IRRIGATION MAIN EXISTING IRRIGATION MAIN GRAVEL TRAIL EXISTING PUMP STATION (5) ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES ON BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT PARK BOUNDARY (115 AC)BRIARWOOD AVE NEADJACENT LAND USE: BERTRAM CHAIN OF LAKES REGIONAL PARK FUTURE BALLFIELD EXISTING MULTI-PURPOSE FIELDS ADJACENT LAND USE: AGRICULTURAL ADJACENT LAND USE: BERTRAM CHAIN OF LAKES REGIONAL PARK CAMPGROUND TWO- WAY GRAVEL ROADFUTURE RECREATION FIELDS FUTURE PARKING FUTURE BALLFIELDS FUTURE BALLFIELDS FUTURE RECREATION FIELDS EXTEND IRRIGATION MAIN LONG LAKE BERM (TYP.) CITY OF MONTICELLO ____________________________________ Signature ____________________________________ Printed Name & Title ____________________________________ Date SALES TAX SNAP SHOT: Public WorksPublic Works Page 14 | www.ci.monticello.mn.us City leaders are actively seeking outside funding to address the costs of constructing the new Public Works Facility and Water Treatment Plant. Efforts include requesting assistance from the federal government, state representatives, and searching for grant opportunities. A New Public Works Facility The current Public Works Facility, built in 1975 with updates in 1997, no longer meets the city’s needs. Discussions about the facility began in 2007, and in 2021, a new site off School Boulevard was purchased. Oertel Architects was contracted in November 2022 to design the new facility, which will house various divisions and services. However, contracts were paused in February 2024 to address funding. Monticello has submitted state funding requests and is working with local legislators for a bonding request in the 2024 legislative session. For more details and renderings, visit the City’s website click on the “projects” button or go to www.ci.monticello.mn.us/636. A New Water Treatment Plant The Water Treatment Plant project received $11 million from the 2023 Bonding Bill. This funding accelerated the construction timeline for a new facility due to elevated manganese levels in the municipal wells. A feasibility study recommended a gravity filtration system plant, to be built on Chelsea Road. While state funding doesn’t cover the full cost, it reduces the need for city bonds and utility rate increases. The final design is expected in 2024, with construction between 2025-2027. For project updates, visit: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/643. City Compost Facility The City’s compost facility is now open for the season. City residents need an access card to enter the facility. We will issue 1 access card per property address on request. Request forms are available on the city’s website, or you can stop by City Hall (inside the Community Center) to fill out the form and obtain an access card. You will only need to apply for a compost access card once for your address. You do not have to get a new card to use each year. The only time you would need a replacement (while you own the property) is if your card is lost or stops working. If your card is lost, please contact City Hall for a replacement card. Replacement cards are $10. The compost site is available 7 days a week, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Watering & Watering Restrictions Monticello has a Water Conservation Ordinance that specifies an odd/even lawn watering schedule from June 1 to September 30 every year. This distributes demand during the seasons when lawns are being irrigated and eases the burden on our water supply. If your address ends in an odd number, you can water on odd numbered calendar days. If your address ends in an even number, you can water on even numbered dates. When planting new trees, sod or grass, you may request an exemption permit allowing you to water every day for 30 days. Permits are required when installing new sprinkler systems. To report a violation of the watering schedule, please contact the Water Department at (763) 295-3170. Fines may be imposed for violations. Summer | 2024 | Page 15 Seasonal Reminders What is it? An illicit discharge is when something is improperly put into the storm sewer system. The storm sewer is designed for stormwater runoff, snow melt, surface run off, and drainage. Nothing else can go down the storm sewer unless permitted by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). Examples of Illicit Discharge:• Sanitary wastewater (sewage) and septic tank waste • Car wash, laundry, and industrial wastewaters • Improper disposal of auto and household toxics, such as motor oil and pesticides • Spills on roadways and other accidents • Landscape waste Only Rain Down the Drain: Eliminating Illicit Discharge What can I do to help? • Never dump anything down storm drains! • Use fertilizers sparingly and avoid pesticides • Sweep up any fertilizer on driveways, sidewalks, and roads • Plant grasses or plants on bare spots in your yard • Compost your yard waste • Direct gutter downspouts away from paved areas or use a rain barrel • Take your car to the car wash rather than washing it on your driveway • Check your car for fluid leaks, and recycle used motor oil • Pick up pet waste • Maintain your septic system (if you have one) by having it inspected and pumped out regularly • Dechlorinate your pool prior to draining • Do not dump anything in or near the edge of stormwater retention ponds For more information on stormwater management, visit the City’s website at: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/197 How do I report suspicious or illegal discharges?During normal business hours, please call Public Works at (763) 295-3170 or Engineering at (763) 271-3227. During evenings and weekends, please call the WCSO’s non-emergency phone number at (763) 682-1162. Why is it a problem?Illicit discharges allow pollutants to enter lakes and streams, causing public health concerns, unpleasant odors/color, and harm to aquatic and animal life. Emerald Ash Borer Management & Response In response to discovering Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Monticello’s ash trees, the City initiated a comprehensive strategy for maintaining our urban tree canopy. Using a $30,000 grant from the DNR, we completed a city-wide inventory of all public trees this winter. The inventory of the City’s community trees included their species, size, and condition. The counts will help identify future tree planting locations on public property as we work to diversify tree species in the community and will help consider where and how lost ash trees can be replaced throughout Monticello. The City of Monticello received an additional $150,000 in funding from the MN DNR’s ReLeaf Grant Program to create an EAB Management Plan. The plan and funding Adult EAB beetle. Photo by: Brian Sullivan, USDA APHIS PPQ, Bugwood.orgincludes completing the tree inventory, updating the City tree ordinance and tree watering methods, completing a canopy study, tree injections and inspection, ongoing maintenance, and replanting. This summer, staff will be treating large legacy trees throughout our community and completing tree removals. Our goal is to increase public awareness of EAB and the importance of our community’s urban canopy, to preserve and protect our canopy, and to educate residents about the importance of planting diverse trees. If you’re seeing symptoms of EAB and would like to request an inspection of your ash tree, please contact Parks.Info@ci.monticello.mn.us. Summer | 2024 | Page 17 Wright County Sheriff’s Office The Wright County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) is dedicated to providing exceptional law enforcement services to Monticello and its residents. Monticello has 60 hours per day of coverage, with 24/7 support, at least one deputy always stationed within Monticello, typically 2-3 officers in town at all times. For questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to Sergeant Kevin Triplett at kevin.triplett@co.wright.mn.us. Monticello Curfew Reminder Individuals under 16 should not be in public after 10:30 p.m. until 5 a.m. Those aged 16-18 should be accompanied by a parent/guardian between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m. Review Monticello Curfew Ordinance § 130.08 on the City’s website for details and exceptions. Combat Thefts Together Theft is becoming a more common occurrence in today’s society. Most thefts are not targeted crimes and are instead a crime of opportunity. We ask that residents help combat the theft of personal property in the following ways: • Lock your cars, keep valuables hidden, and close your garage at night. • Consider installing outdoor security cameras outside of your residence that can alert you to issues and record possible incidents. • If you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood, don’t wait to report it. To report a crime, please call 911. For public safety concerns, suspicious activity, curfew or parking violations, call our non-emergency line at (763) 682-1162. Pedestrian Safety During the warmer months, there’s an increase in pedestrian and bike traffic in and around Monticello. It’s crucial to be mindful of pedestrians and cyclists and to adhere to laws regarding their right of way. Here are some safety reminders: • Make sure motorists can see you by wearing bright-colored clothing. If walking at night, carry a flashlight and wear reflective gear. Before crossing a roadway, stand clear of buses, hedges, parked cars, or other obstacles. • Understand traffic control signals. Don’t enter a crosswalk while the “Don’t Walk” sign is flashing. Be cautious of turning vehicles even if the “Walk” signal is on. • Always walk on the sidewalk. If there’s no sidewalk, walk facing traffic. This allows you to see approaching vehicles. Walking in the same direction as traffic means relying solely on your hearing to detect approaching vehicles, and makes you less visible to drivers. Public Services Monticello Senior Center The Monticello Senior Center, located at 505 Walnut Street within the Monticello Community Center, welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Drop by to grab a copy of our monthly newsletter, available in person or online at monticelloseniorcenter.org and on our Facebook page. Questions? Call us at (763) 295-2000! Our center offers various classes and services, including the HOME Program, Noon Dinner Program, Defensive Driving Courses, and Caregiver Services. The Noon Dinner Program Join us for the Noon Dinner Program served Tuesday through Friday. Enjoy meals provided by different local organizations each day with a cost of $5 per person (age 55+ and their spouse, regardless of age). Sign up and payment are required at least one day in advance (by noon). Pancake Breakfast Fundraisers Don’t miss our Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser! Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 27 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Monticello Community Center gym. Breakfast costs $9 in advance ($10 at the door) for ages 13 and up, and $5 for kids ages 6-12. Children under age 6 eat for free. Seasonal Maintenance for Your Home With summer upon us, here are a few seasonal cleaning and maintenance reminders: • Change your furnace filter monthly to prevent airflow restriction. • Clean your outside air conditioner condensing unit by washing the coils with a garden hose when the unit is not running. • Replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors annually, along with any battery-powered thermostats. • Clear out your dryer vent to prevent lint buildup. Check the vent outside your house for lint accumulation and ensure the flap isn’t stuck open. • Test your air conditioner on days when the temperature is 65 degrees or higher to identify any issues before hotter weather arrives. • Inspect your utility room for water leaks, especially around the water heater. Taking these simple steps can help maintain the efficiency and safety of your home systems as you transition into the warmer months. Best Practices for Pet Waste Disposal What’s the Problem with Pet Waste?Pet waste contains harmful bacteria and nutrients that pose a health risk to both pets and people, especially children. If left uncollected and disposed of properly, pet waste is washed into stormwater ponds, ditches, wetlands, and the Mississippi River where high levels of pollutants can harm fish and other aquatic organisms. Pet waste also contains nutrients that foster weed and algae growth, becoming a nuisance during the warm summer months and degrading local water quality. How can you help?• Do not leave pet waste on the lawn. • Do not compost or dump pet waste into the storm drains or ditches. • Do not leave pet waste on streets, sidewalks, or other hard surfaces where it can wash into storm drains, ditches, or waterways.• Do not rinse pet waste from kennel floors onto the ground.• Properly dispose of all pet waste into your covered trash bin. Cleaning Up After Your PetPet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals. Per City Ordinance, there shouldn’t be more than 6 piles of feces in your yard. It is also unlawful for pet owners to fail to remove waste left by animals on property not owned by the pet owner. Pet waste should be disposed of in a sanitary manor in a proper receptacle on the pet owner’s property. The Cleaning Up Litter Ordinance § 90.023 offers more details. To learn more, visit the City’s website. Keeping Our Community BeautifulKeeping Our Community Beautiful Page 18 | www.ci.monticello.mn.us The Department of Building Safety upholds city ordinances to ensure community safety and maintain community investments. Monticello’s inspectors address citizen concerns, conduct proactive inspections, and offer education on code compliance. This effort enhances public health, safety, and neighborhood aesthetics. As warmer weather arrives and residents engage in spring cleaning and summer projects, it’s crucial to be aware of items considered blights or nuisances according to City Code. Residential properties must maintain exterior cleanliness free from trash, debris, household SCAN HERE TO LEARN MORE: garbage, junk, and vehicle parts. The complete public nuisance ordinance is available on our website. Let’s keep our neighborhoods looking great! Violations of ordinances are misdemeanors and may require abatement after 21 days’ written notice to the property owner (7 days for grass/weed violations). The City has the authority to remove items or correct conditions violating the ordinance with the associated costs. View the full ordinance at www.ci.monticello.mn.us/348. Parks Turf Conversion Project Turf grass requires a lot of resources to maintain and has environmental impacts from overwatering, pesticides, and herbicide applications. Additionally, turf provides no shelter or food for the pollinators, birds, and wildlife. Over the next year, we will be converting turf grass into upland dry prairie, short sunny prairie wildflower and native oak savanna. The project includes native landscapes in four local parks: •Sunset Ponds Park, east of the Playground •Parkside Park, east of the parking area •River Mill Park, south of the backstop towards the sliding hill •Wastewater Treatment Facility The prairie and native mixes used will depend on the type of soils at the each park. The Monticello 2040 Comprehensive Plan emphasizes our commitment to maintain and enhance the City’s public amenities with opportunities for active and passive recreation, healthy lifestyles, access to wildlife and nature, and areas that reflect our value of a quality park system and recreational experiences. Thanks to a $30,000 grant from the Wright County Aggregate Tax Fund as well as a $5,000 donation from the Monticello Rotary to cover the project costs, this project is completely grant funded! Summer | 2024 | Page 19 Putting Down Roots Putting Down Roots with Managed Natural Landscapes A new state law passed in 2023 allows property owners to transform their lawns into managed natural landscapes, promoting sustainability and biodiversity. Managed natural landscapes involve intentional planting and maintenance of native or nonnative grasses, wildflowers, shrubs, and trees, including rain gardens and meadow vegetation. Unlike traditional manicured lawns, managed natural landscapes may include grass and plants that grow taller than 8 inches, but they must comply with state and local law requirements, excluding noxious weeds. To support property owners in this transition, the we have compiled a list of resources and grants for residents on our website: bit.ly/MontiLandscapes SCAN HERE TO LEARN MORE:If you’d like to learn more, visit our website or call us at (763) 295-2711! City staff have experience with turf conversion projects throughout our community and are here to meet with you and provide resources and recommendations. We would love to help property owners begin planning their project! Just ask for someone from Development Services or our Parks Department. Although no permit is required, submitting a plan for any managed natural landscape installation is recommended to ensure compliance with the new state law requirements. Let’s work together to create sustainable and vibrant landscapes for our community! Connect With Us!Stay up to date on all things Monticello! Monthly information is put inside of your utility bills, or you can follow us online via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram. Subscribe to one of our website’s many RSS Feeds or our City Alerts program for text or email notifications when we share something new. Or subscribe the City’s YouTube channel, or our monthly E-Newsletter! SCAN HERE TO CONNECT: 2024 GARBAGE & RECYCLING COLLECTION SCHEDULE Enroll in ACH and e-Bills to receive a discount on every utility bill! The sign up forms, as well as the full garbage and recycling collection calendar and Waste Management’s “Recycle Right” guide can be found on our website at www.ci.monticello.mn.us/226. MONDAY: WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY: North of I-94 and West from the center of Minnesota Street. South of I-94 and East of Edmonson Avenue. North of I-94 and East from the center of Minnesota Street to Gillard Avenue. South of I-94 and West from Edmonson Avenue, including The Meadows East and West Manufactured Home Parks. Your collection day is determined by your house location as follows: City garbage/recycling carts must be used, and carts need to be curbside by 6:30 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Garbage is collected weekly, recycling is collected every other week on your garbage day. Garbage and Recycling days are noted in BLUE. Holidays observed by Waste Management are highlighted in RED. Pick up on or after holidays will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week. Questions? CalI Waste Management at (320) 258-3948 or visit www.wm.com/us/en/location/mn/monticello. Waste Management’s Direct Line Waste Management’s direct phone number is (320) 258-3948. This line is dedicated to the City of Monticello’s residential customers. When should I call Waste Management?• For missed collection of either garbage or recycling.• For excess garbage/recycling: Call prior to your pickup day for pickup of any garbage/recycling overages (outside of the cart).• To order a larger cart.• For any additional questions or concerns you have about service. 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Your collection day is determined by your house location as follows: MONDAY: WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY: North of I-94 and West from the Center of Minnesota Street. South of I-94 and East of Edmonson Avenue. North of I-94 and East from the center of Minnesota Street to GillardAvenue. South of 1-94 and West from Edmonson Avenue, including TheMeadows East and West Manufactured Home Parks. City garbage/recycling carts must be used, and carts need to be curbside by 6:30 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Garbage is collected weekly, recycling is collected every other week on your garbage day. Garbage and Recycling days are noted in BLUE. Holidays observed by Waste Management are highlighted in RED. Pick up on or after holidays will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week. Questions? 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North of I-94 and East from the center of Minnesota Street to GillardAvenue. South of 1-94 and West from Edmonson Avenue, including TheMeadows East and West Manufactured Home Parks. City garbage/recycling carts must be used, and carts need to be curbside by 6:30 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Garbage is collected weekly, recycling is collected every other week on your garbage day. Garbage and Recycling days are noted in BLUE. Holidays observed by Waste Management are highlighted in RED. Pick up on or after holidays will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week. Questions? Call Waste Management at (320) 258-3948 or visit www.wm.com/us/en/location/mn/monticello SCAN HERE TO LEARN MORE: