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Fall/Winter Newsletter 2018-2019undergone a transformation during the construction closure. The most obvious change is the new Fallon Avenue bridge over 1-94. The construction of the '- overpass alters the landscape of the city and acts as another connection between the two halves of Monticello. JIM However, 7th Street and Chelsea Road have also gone through significant changes that will result in roads that look and feel different �y when they reopen to traffic. We encourage drivers to pay attention rY- and focus on getting used to the new bridge, roundabouts, and other improvements. t We'd also like to say thank you to everyone for their patience during construction. These projects are a reminder that our city continues to grow and evolve. We're committed to embracing these changes while remaining true to the history that makes Monticello a unique, wonderful place to live. 2018-19 1 Fall & Winter inStay up to date with Monticello news on Facebook! Detour. It's been the word of the year around Monticello. Construction ` is never fun, but the size and scale of this year's combined projects have been a particular challenge. With two of the city's most heavily traveled roads closed to through traffic, drivers had to get creative and ;s take extra time to move around the city. '. Within a few weeks we anticipate drivers traveling along 7th Street, Fallon Avenue, and Chelsea Road again, but each of these streets has undergone a transformation during the construction closure. The most obvious change is the new Fallon Avenue bridge over 1-94. The construction of the '- overpass alters the landscape of the city and acts as another connection between the two halves of Monticello. JIM However, 7th Street and Chelsea Road have also gone through significant changes that will result in roads that look and feel different �y when they reopen to traffic. We encourage drivers to pay attention rY- and focus on getting used to the new bridge, roundabouts, and other improvements. t We'd also like to say thank you to everyone for their patience during construction. These projects are a reminder that our city continues to grow and evolve. We're committed to embracing these changes while remaining true to the history that makes Monticello a unique, wonderful place to live. 2018-19 1 Fall & Winter inStay up to date with Monticello news on Facebook! w 3 City Council Spotlight 2018 Council Highlights, Meeting Calendar 4 Budget & Tax Levy Budget & Tax Levy for 2019 5 Construction News Recent projects and Roundabout Information Public Works Winter Notices 7 Snowmobile Rules, Tree Trimming, Winter Parking, Snowplowing, Ice Control, Sidewalk Clearing 10 Elections General Electio 12 Communi Swimming Less Winter Pa 13 Sliding, Swan P Outdoor Ice Ska 14 Downtow Downtown New 16 Library, S Safety 1 Q DMV & Hi V Hunting Inform 20 Utility Bill Garbage & Recy 2 CITY OI' Monticello City Hall 505 Walnut Street, Suite 1 Monticello, MN 55362 Phone: 763-295-2711 Fax: 763-295-4404 Email: info@ci.monticello.mn.us Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Animal Control .................... 612.859.6989 203 Chelsea Road, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: animal.control@ci.monticello.mn.us Community Center ................. 763.295.2954 505 Walnut Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 5:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. (Monday - Thursday) 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Friday) 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Saturday) 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Sunday) Email: mccinfo@ci.monticello.mn.us Website: www.monticellocommunitycenter.com Department of Motor Vehicles ....... 763.295.2712 119 East 3rd Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Saturday) Email: deputy.registrar2@ci.monticello.mn.us FIBERnet Monticello ................ 763.314.0100 118 6th Street West, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m./1:30 - 4:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Phones: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: service@fibernetmonticello.com Website: www.fibernetmonticello.com Hli-Way Liquors .................... 763.295.5222 545 Highway 25 North, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. (Monday - Saturday) 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Sunday) Email: randall.johnsen@ci.monticello.mn.us Public Works Department ........... 763.295.3170 909 Golf Course Road, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 7:00 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 I Handicap Accessible $2.00/Ride in city limits I $4.00/Ride less than 25 miles www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us n, Registration, Early Voting ty Center ons, Fitness Classes, Events rk Activities ark, Bertram Chain of Lakes, ting n Updates s, Monti Arts Initiative enior Center, Public -Way Liquors ation, Wine Tasting ling cling Calendar CITY OI' Monticello City Hall 505 Walnut Street, Suite 1 Monticello, MN 55362 Phone: 763-295-2711 Fax: 763-295-4404 Email: info@ci.monticello.mn.us Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Animal Control .................... 612.859.6989 203 Chelsea Road, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: animal.control@ci.monticello.mn.us Community Center ................. 763.295.2954 505 Walnut Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 5:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. (Monday - Thursday) 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Friday) 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Saturday) 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Sunday) Email: mccinfo@ci.monticello.mn.us Website: www.monticellocommunitycenter.com Department of Motor Vehicles ....... 763.295.2712 119 East 3rd Street, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Saturday) Email: deputy.registrar2@ci.monticello.mn.us FIBERnet Monticello ................ 763.314.0100 118 6th Street West, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m./1:30 - 4:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Phones: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) Email: service@fibernetmonticello.com Website: www.fibernetmonticello.com Hli-Way Liquors .................... 763.295.5222 545 Highway 25 North, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. (Monday - Saturday) 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Sunday) Email: randall.johnsen@ci.monticello.mn.us Public Works Department ........... 763.295.3170 909 Golf Course Road, Monticello, MN 55362 Hours: 7:00 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 I Handicap Accessible $2.00/Ride in city limits I $4.00/Ride less than 25 miles www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us CITY COUNCIL SPOTLIGHT 2018 The City Council guides the city by creating policy, authorizing public improvements, approving budgets, enacting ordinances, and more. Below are highlights from the first half of 2018. More information is available in the City Council agendas and minutes on our website: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/citycouncil • Approved street lighting improvement project. • Authorized plans and specifications for Phase I of Bertram Chain of Lakes Athletic Park. • Approved requiring compostable bags for leaf pickup. • Appointed a Creative Arts Consultant. • Authorized Southeast Service Area Sewer Extension Study. • Sold the bio -solids site (1645 County Road 39 NE). • Authorized design and contract for a new ladder truck. • Authorized new fire station location at 101 Chelsea Rd. • Set the preliminary tax levy for 2019. • Authorized the Walnut Street Corridor Study. • City council meetings are a fantastic way to learn about what's happening in the city and engage with city leaders. • Join the council for a meeting! Meetings are on the 2nd and 4t" Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Monticello Community Center. The agenda is available at the meeting or you can view it in advance on our website. • Never attended a meeting before? We've got a city council guide that tells you what to expect when you attend: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/citycouncil. • Can't attend? Watch live from our website and cable channel 12/180. The recordings are also replayed throughout the week on cable TV or are available 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 has 3 minutes to speak to the council members. • Just looking for information? Archived agendas and minutes are available on our website or by contacting the City Clerk at 763-295-2711. • Authorized Pioneer Park splash pad feasibility study. 6 ,, . 4 .I .J. q ` • Approved new Hi -Way Liquors sign. • Approved increase in law enforcement hours beginning July 1, 2018. • Authorized school zone and rapid flashing beacons at Washington Street and 3rd Street. • Approved HVAC system improvements for Monticello Community Center. City Council* 2nd & 4th Monday I Monthly 1 6:30 p.m. Mississippi Room I Monticello Community Center Economic Development Authority* 2nd Wednesday Monthly 16:00 p.m. Mississippi Room Monticello Community Center Planning Commission* 1st Tuesday I Monthly 16:00 p.m. Mississippi Room I Monticello Community Center *The meetings above can be seen live on Cable Channel 12, Charter Channel 180, or watch a city meeting online. Bertram Chain of Lakes Advisory Council 1st Friday I Monthly 18:00 a.m. Chalet I Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park Highway 25 Coalition Last Thursday I Monthly 17:30 a.m. Monticello Community Center Industrial & Economic Development Committee 1st Tuesday I Monthly 17:00 a.m. Monticello Community Center Library Board 2nd Tuesday I Quarterly starting in March 15:30 p.m. Monticello Public Library Parks and Recreation Commission 4th Thursday I Bimonthly 19:15 a.m. Conference Room I Monticello Public Works 2 018-19 1 Fall & Winter 3 2019 BUDGET & LEVY Upcoming Public Hearing The City will hold a public hearing on December 10 at 6:30 P.M. in the Mississippi Room of the Monticello Community Center. The purpose of the public hearing will be to present the city's proposed 2019 Budget and Property Tax Levy. Property owners will receive truth -in -taxation notices from Wright County in mid-November. The notices show each taxing district (city, county, etc.) and compare the effects of the proposed 2019 levy (for each taxing district) with the payable 2018 property taxes. During the public hearing in December there will be a short presentation, and afterward residents and property owners can comment and ask questions about the proposed 2019 budget and proposed tax levy. The proposed city levy of $9,962,000 represents a 4.3% increase (or $415,000) over last year's levy. The HRA levy for 2019 is proposed at $348,000, or $25,000 more than 2018. When the two levies are combined, the totaled increase is 4.5%. On average, residential property values increased 6.8% over the prior year. Increases in residential market 36111 4 values also caused a decline in the homestead exclusion. This exclusion reduces the property taxes owed on a property. In addition, Xcel Energy property values decreased significantly for taxes collectible in 2019. Consequently, many residential taxpayers will see a percentage increase in their city property tax that's greater than the increase in the levy. Your truth -in -taxation notice will reflect the results of the changes to the levies, property values, homestead exclusion, and other changes to the tax $12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $2,000,000 s Property Tax Levy History 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 ■ City Levy HRA Levy base. Fall Leaf Pickup is a free service for city residents. Leaves must be in compostable bags and at the curb by 7 a.m. on Saturday, November 3 for collection. This is for leaves only; no grass clippings, twigs, or other yard waste. C Just a reminder that residents must use compostable bags. The package must clearly state the bags meet ASTM D6400 standards for composting. Bags that say they are degradable or biodegradable do not meet Monticello's ordinance requirements. The compostable bags can be purchased at most home improvement and grocery stores. _ Call Public Works at 763-295-3170 with questions or visit 't- the city website for additional information. www.ci.monticello.mn.us CONSTRUCTION UPDATES Construction of the Fallon Avenue Overpass as well as the reconstruction of 7th Street and Chelsea Road should be substantially complete by mid- November. However, please remember that weather this time of year can be unpredictable, and all dates are subject to change. Substantially complete means drivers will be able to use the roads and bridge this year, but landscaping, irrigation, and other finishing touches will be completed in spring 2019. The work next spring is not expected to result in significant road closures. ROUNDABOUTS The new bridge is a significant addition to the city, but it hasn't generated as much discussion as another part of the Fallon Avenue Overpass project the three new roundabouts. As an alternative to traditional intersection traffic signals, roundabouts keep traffic moving efficiently with fewer delays than stop signs or stoplights. More importantly, they reduce the number of crashes at intersections, including the number of fatal crashes. They can also improve pedestrian safety. Finally, they reduce vehicle emissions and fuel consumption when compared with traditional traffic signals. The introduction of the roundabouts will take some getting used to for pedestrians, bikers, and drivers. The image to the right offers tips for citizens from MnDOT. SCHOOL ZONE UPDATES 1. Approach: Slow down Bicyclists Pedestrians to the posted speed. Yield can use the lookleft to pedestrians in the traffic before crosswalk; they have the lanes or crossing, right of wayusethe thenwhen crosswalk within 2. Enter: Yield to vehicles like a island area in the roundabout Wait pedestrian. look right for a gap in traffic and before merge into traffic m the crossing roundabout in a counterclockwise direction. 3. Proceed: Continue 4. Exit: Signal, then through the roundabout exit the roundabout until you reach your to your right. Yield street. Never stop in the to pedestrians in roundabout. the crosswalk. Source: Minnesota Department of Transportation Source: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/roundabouts/index.html School district and city staff are working together to improve pedestrian and traffic safety near Monticello schools. This summer the City Council approved two short-term changes around the Middle School. • City Council established a school speed zone on Washington St. from 4th St. to Broadway. Signs have been installed reminding drivers the speed limit is 20 mph when children are present. • City Council approved installing rectangular rapid flashing beacons at the intersection of Washington St. & 3rd St. The signs use flashing lights to remind drivers to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk. School district and city staff will continue to evaluate other long-term improvements to keep citizens safe in areas with high pedestrian and bike traffic. 2 018-19 1 Fall & Winter 5 STORMWATERPONDS Why does Monticello need stormwater ponds? The primary purpose of stormwater ponds is to collect storm water runoff from rainfall and snowmelt and release it slowly through an outlet pipe. This controls the stormwater and helps prevent flooding in areas downstream. Water quality is affected during heavy rainfall and snowmelt events when the runoff carries dirt, grease and trash directly to our streams, rivers and lakes. What are my rights if a stormwater pond is on part of my property? The City of Monticello maintains easement rights slightly beyond the high water level elevation on property surrounding ponds. This easement area can be a long distance from the normal water elevation and can give the appearance that the high water level mark will never be achieved, but the easement areas must remain as originally constructed. Stormwater ponds are not constructed or safe for recreational activities like swimming, boating, or ice skating, and fish should never be released into ponds. Many of these ponds are only several feet deep and freeze solid during the winter, killing all aquatic life within the pond. What can 1 do to help? • Keep streets, gutters, and storm drains clean. Never use them for dumping. Don't litter! • Compost your yard waste or bring it to the city compost site. Please call Public Works at 763-295-3170 for hours. Do not dump leaves or grass clippings in or near ponds. • Wash vehicles at the car wash or on your lawn, not in your driveway. • Clean up after your pets promptly. • Keep your car in good working condition - fix leaks quickly. What if there's a problem with a pond in my neighborhood? Please call Public Works at 763-295-3170 so we can address your concerns. Many ponds have high water level markers in the middle of the pond. If the water is covering the sign, please call us immediately! Your hometown internet provider. Choose from fast, reliable speeds P starting at $35.95 per month. Get the speed you need! =r�� �' Raise Delivered by arvig 763.314.0100 1 FiberNetMonticello.com 6 www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us WINTER NOTICES "Wows PUBLIC WORKS SNOWIVIOBILING RULES OF THE ROAD Snowmobiles may operate on the far Snowmobiles are PROHIBITED from right-hand side of streets, roadways, operating in the following areas: or alleys as a direct route to or from . Interstate highways or freeways. the operator's residence when entering or leaving the city. Additional restrictions may apply to snowmobile and other recreational vehicle use. Citizens can view the full ordinance at: www.ci.monticello.mn.us/ordinances. Please follow all regulations described in Minnesota Statute 84.87, subd.l. Sidewalks, pathways & boulevards within public right-of-way. Public property, including city parks and school property. Private property without consent. Between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. within 300' of a residence. At speeds exceeding 15 mph. CURBSIDE CHRISTMAS TREE PICKUP Christmas tree pickup is scheduled for January 7-12. Please place your tree curbside by 7 a.m. on Monday, January 7, 2019. Trees will be picked up throughout the week and brought back to Public Works for chipping. It's essential that the trees are un -bagged and free of stands, ornaments, metal objects, wires, lights, etc. Wreaths will not be accepted. If you are unable to have your tree at the curb by the pickup, you may drop it off at the Public Works Facility at 909 Golf Course Road. All questions can be directed to Public Works at 763-295-3170. BOULEVARD TREE TRIMMING Maintenance of boulevard trees, those located near the curbside or in the road right of way, are the responsibility of the abutting property owner per City Ordinance 8-5-5. However, due to safety concerns for large vehicles (such as fire trucks, buses, sanitation trucks, etc.), and as a courtesy to residents, street -side tree trimming is done routinely by Public Works staff during the winter months at no cost to the property owners. All trimming is performed under the direction of certified arborists to ensure trees are trimmed in a manner that protects the health of the trees. After a tree is trimmed, it may look rather bare as trees are typically trimmed high to provide for public safety. Don't worry, it will begin to look normal during the next growing season with a healthier and more attractive form and structure. 2 018-19 1 Fall & Winter 7 (V ON ANY CITY STREET 2:00 A.M. - 6:00 A.M. NOV 15 -APR 15 AND NO PARKING WHEN SNOW IS OVER 2 INCHES DEEP_ I IYJ J R I WINTER PARKING Parking is not allowed on any public street after a snowfall of 2" or more until the snow has been plowed to the curb line. All Monticello streets are plowed on a schedule outlined in Monticello's Snowplowing and Ice Removal Policy. After a snowfall of at least 2", Public Works staff and the Sheriff's Office determine when enforcement will begin. Vehicles in violation are cited by patrolling deputies. Those still in violation after 24 hours may be towed. Plowing begins after snow accumulates to 2" or more and stops falling. When snowfall continues for extended periods, main collector routes and streets that connect neighborhoods to state and county roads are plowed to keep these roads passable until all city streets can be plowed. Follow-up passes are made as needed. If strong winds and drifting cause unsafe conditions, plowing stops until conditions improve. Every effort is made to keep streets open to help people reach their destinations safely After 2" of snowfall, vehicles parked in locations that create an extreme hazard may be towed immediately by the Wright County Sheriff's Office or at the request of state, county, or city street maintenance personnel. Stay informed with weather forecasts and move your vehicle off of the street when necessary. Monticello's Snow Ordinance includes no parking on any city street from 2 a.m.- 6 a.m. and no parking when snow is over 2 inches deep. The ordinance is in effect from November 15 - April 15. PLOW DAMAGE • The city does not assume liability for damages to obstacles in the road right-of-way (irrigation heads, landscaping, etc.) If possible, please remove these obstacles from the right-of-way or clearly mark them to aid plow drivers. • Make sure your mailbox post is solid and securely fastened to the box. Sometimes snow from the plow can dislodge the box from the post or bend/ break a weak post. The city will reimburse the cost of materials to replace a broken mailbox only if it is determined the mailbox was damaged from direct contact with a plow. To report a damaged mailbox, please call Public Works at 763-295-3170 • Plow drivers often "feel" their way along streets because of conditions, and lawns may be damaged. Please call Public Works immediately if you notice sod damage on your property. Damages are repaired each spring. 8 www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us t k FIRE SAFETY 7M7�40 �_ The City of Monticello asks residents and businesses to help clear snow and ice from around fire hydrants adjacent to their property. With nearly 900 hydrants there's simply not enough staff to keep up with clearing all of them during the winter. However, please do not use power equipment such as a snow blower within 3 feet of the hydrant, as it can damage the hydrant or your equipment. Digging out the hydrant is not only the neighborly thing to do, it's crucial in an emergency. Firefighters need a minimum of 3 feet around the hydrant to quickly gain access and have room to work during a fire. If a hydrant is lost or buried in the snow, firefighters lose valuable time trying to locate it when they first arrive on the scene of a fire. Please be mindful of elderly or disabled neighbors who may not be able to dig out the hydrants near their homes. Neighborhood associations may want to consider adopting the area fire hydrants to shovel them out. If you see a damaged hydrant or water flowing out of a hydrant, please call the Water Department immediately at 763-295-3170 to report the problem so repairs can be made. SIDEWALKS & PATHWAYS City crews plow many sidewalks and pathways (the complete map is available on our website). The sidewalks and pathways designated as school pedestrian routes are plowed first, and every effort is made to have these routes open by 7 a.m. on school days. If schools are closed, these routes may not be plowed as quickly. Other sidewalks and pathways listed in the policy will be cleared after the city streets have been plowed. Property owners are responsible for clearing snow and ice from adjoining sidewalks. If snow and ice are not removed by the owner or occupant within 48 hours following either any snowfall of 2" or more or the formation of ice, the sidewalk may be cleared under the direction of the Street Superintendent. The work will be billed to the owner at a rate of at least . No additional notice is required, and the work may be completed without notifying the property owner. ICE CONTROL City crews apply a salt brine to primary streets before a storm arrives. This prevents the snow or ice from bonding or compacting to the pavement surface. Following a storm, city crews use a sand -salt mixture in icy areas. This doesn't guarantee totally ice -free streets, so drive carefully even where sanding is eviden+ Priority areas are sanded first, and all other areas are done as time permits. Priority areas include: • Intersections of city streets with county and state roads, school and pedestrian crossings, and all arterial street intersections controlled by stop signs. Street intersections with higher than average traffic volumes and streets with hills and curves. • All other areas deemed hazardous by city crews or public safety officials. 2 018-19 1 Fall & Winter 9 GENERAL ELECTION DATP.q, kIMVote by mail or in person September 21 through 21 November 5. Register in advance by October 16 to save time 16 on Election Day. Direct Balloting Open during the final week before the 30 election. Vote in person at City Hall & place ballot in an electronic tabulator. les General Election Day The official polling place is the 6 Monticello Community Center, 505 Walnut Street, Monticello. A%dr� 0 ir r VOTE 1 What's on the Election Day Ballot in 2018? City of Monticello voters will have these races on their ballot: • U.S. Senator • U.S. Senator (special election) • U.S. Representative • Governor & Lt. Governor • Secretary of State • State Auditor • Attorney General • Judicial Offices • County Auditor • County Sheriff • County Attorney • Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisor (Districts 1 & 3) • Mayor VOTER INFORMATION City Council The official polling place for city residents is the gymnasium at the Monticello Community Center. The community center is located at 505 Walnut Street in Monticello. In order to vote, you must be: • at least 18 years of age or older on Election Day, Nov. 6 • a citizen of the U.S. • a resident of Minnesota for at least 20 days • registered to vote You must register to vote if: • you have never voted • you have not voted in the last four years • you have changed your address • you have changed your name Please see voter registration info on the next page. 10 www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us ABSENTEE BALLOT Voters in the City of Monticello can request, receive, and cast an absentee ballot before Election Day. There are a number of ways to request an absentee ballot application: • Apply online at www.mnvotes.or • Complete a PDF application downloaded from the City's website or Wright County's website, and mail or fax to Monticello City Hall, 505 Walnut Street, Suite #1, Monticello, MN 55362. Fax: 763-295-4404. • Request that Monticello City Hall mail you an absentee ballot application. • Vote in person at Monticello City Hall during regular office hours from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or at the Wright County Election Office. Please note: voters who need to register or update their registration should bring in proof of residence. DIRECT BALLOTING One week prior to an election, city residents are allowed to vote in person and place their ballots through an electronic tabulator. Direct balloting begins October 30 at Monticello City Hall during regular office hours from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It will also be available on Saturday, November 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Email questions to: elections@ci.monticello.mn.us VOTER REGISTRATION If you are not registered to vote or need to update your registration information, you may do so at your local polling location on Election Day. However, you are required to provide certain acceptable forms of identification to prove your eligibility when registering on Election Day. To register at your polling place on Election Day, you must have one of the following to verify your residence: • Valid MN driver's license, learner's permit, MN I.D. card or receipt for any of these containing current address. • Tribal I.D. card that contains name, address, photo, and signature in the precinct. • Valid registration in the same precinct under a different name or address. • Notice of late registration sent by the county auditor. • Voter registered in the same precinct as you who can vouch for you with a signed oath. • Authorized employer of a residential facility where you reside who can confirm your address. • Valid student I.D. card including photo, if your college has provided a student housing list to election officials. Alternatively, voters may register with a combination of a photo I.D. and an eligible original bill. The bill can be delivered by U.S. mail or electronically, and eligible options include account statements and start of service notifications with a date or due date 30 days before election. Must contain current name and address in the precinct. Examples of bills accepted: • Utility bill • Cable or internet bill • Credit card statement or bank statement For a complete list of accepted forms of identification, please visit: 2 0 18-19 1 Fall & Winter 11 ACTIVITIES mT THF MCC The Monticello Community Center provides entertaining, inclusive, and safe social and recreational opportunities that connect the community. FF— �E Swimming Lessons and more! This fall we're offering swimming lessons, a lifeguard training course, and plenty of fun during open swim. Please visit our website for a monthly calendar with availability for open swim, adult lap swim, water aerobics, and other events in the pool. 1+ e Indoor market on select Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The market moves indoors for winter so you can shop local year round! Visit the MCC website for fall & winter dates. Purchase locally grown and produced canned goods, baked goods, frozen poultry & beef, eggs, handcrafted items and more! Fitness Classes for everyone! We offer a variety of classes for all ages & abilities. Led by enthusiastic & certified instructors, we offer more than 40 classes per week from 5:15 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. Check out the new yoga studio across the street at the Prairie Center on W. 6th St! Memberships at the MCC MCC memberships include access to various amenities like the fitness center, fitness classes, climbing wall, pool, hot tubs, gymnasium, waterslide, and the Moose Sherritt Indoor Ice Arena, just to name a few! Seasonal Events During the year, the MCC is proud to feature different events in and around our facility. This fall we're partnering with the Chamber for the Downtown Trick or Treat on October 25. Check out our website for events about this and other seasonal events! Holiday Hours We look forward to seeing our members & guests this fall & winter! Please note, the MCC will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Christmas Eve: 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. New Year's Eve: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. New Year's Day: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Find amenity hours and info about activities & events at the MCC on our website! www.monticelIocommunitycenter.com 12 www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us WINTER PARK FUN Bundle up and head to the parks this winter! The most popular places ' for snowy excitement are the 2 sliding hills in town: East Bridge Park, 119 East River Street Sliding hill in one of the city's premiere riverfront parks. �` `' • River Mill Park, 6332 River Mill Drive Lighted sliding hill in one of the most popular neighborhood parks. In addition to sliding, our parks offer places for winter recreation and spaces to enjoy beautiful winter views. Below you'll find information about winter favorites throughout the community. Finally, you can also reserve the West Bridge Park Shelter for your winter skating and sledding event! Please call 763- 271-7123 to speak with community center staff about making a reservation. SWAN PARK Winter in Monticello isn't complete without viewing the majestic trumpeter swans at Swan Park. They visit the banks of the Mississippi River when the lakes across the state start to freeze for the winter. You can usually find the swans in Monticello from approximately November to March. The best time to view them is at 10:30 a.m. when they are fed! Can't make it to the park? You can check out the live feed from the "Swan Cam" on the city website! BERTRAM CHAIN OF LAKES IceAmm Monticello High Schoc Winter activities at the Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park include groomed ski and snow shoe trails as well as maintained mountain bike trails for fat bike riding! Ice fishing is allowed in the park, and you may use gas powered ice augers for BERTRAM drilling holes. Please remember that ATVs, trucks, snowmobiles, or other c " A o F LAKES motorized vehicles are not allowed on the trails or lakes in the park! ALL WRIGHT REGIONAL PARK COUNTY PARK ORDINANCES MUST BE FOLLOWED. www.friendsofbertramlakes.org OUTDOOR ICE SKATING RINKS Be a seasonal skating rink attendant this winter! Apply Online! WARMING4TH STREET DAY OF WEEK •HOURS HOURS MONDAY -FRIDAY 5 P.M. - 9 P.M. WEEKENDS 1 P.M. - 9 P.M. SCHOOL VACATION DAYS 1 P.M. - 9 P.M. CHRISTMAS DAY CLOSED West Bridge Park • General skating rink available. • No attendant on duty - skate at your own risk. • Warming house available for rent. For park rental information, please call 763-271-7123. 4th Street Park • 2 hockey rinks and 1 general skating rink. • Warming house with attendant open during posted hours. 2 0 18-19 1 Fall & Winter 13 The Downtown Small Area Plan includes a goal to Shift the Center of Downtown to Walnut & Broadway. This connects popular places like the community center and library with the heart of downtown on Broadway and the river parks. It also moves the focus away from the busier intersection at TH 25 and Broadway. Through a variety of ideas, the city is working to make this goal a reality! • We launched a Summer Happiness Guide highlighting the amazing activities downtown, many of which occurred along Walnut St. and Broadway. These great summer events included the brand new Music on the Mississippi concert series, Brewfest, Taste of the Towns, and much more. • The Monticello Arts Initiative helped support the city's first ever Streetlight banner contest! The contest invited the community to submit art designs for the new banners, which will replace the existing streetlight banners along Pine, Broadway and Walnut Streets. See more information on the next page! • We're making streetscape improvements downtown, including painting the streetlights themselves, as well as the decorative bridge rail elements scattered along the corridor. The new color? Mississippi Bronze- a color already being used throughout the city! In addition to the new paint, the streetlight fixtures along Broadway will be updated to match the lantern style along Walnut Street. • The Economic Development Authority authorized a new Downtown Fagade Improvement Grant Program to encourage reinvestment in downtown buildings, spur new economic growth and keep existing business properties looking their best. The EDA funded the $200,000 pilot grant program in August, which allocated up to $50,000 per building on the south side of Broadway between Pine and Walnut Streets. • We're working on a Walnut Corridor Concept Plan. It focuses on Walnut St. from 5t" St. (at the MCC) to River St., and includes ideas for connecting Walnut St. to River St. The plan provides recommendations for art space, pathway and sidewalk improvements, street improvements, and event space. The Corridor Plan is designed to be accomplished over time as traffic (both pedestrian/cycle and vehicle) increases in the downtown, as reinvestment and redevelopment offer opportunities for improvements, and as funding is available. These activities are hopefully the start of more great things to come!. We encourage you to get out and about in the Downtown to watch these changes take shape and be part of supporting this great place. Vv° O Improve Pine Street for All Users 14 A Shift the Center of Town to Walnut and Broadway 000 w 000 000 � 000�oo0 000 Encourage Small and Medium Scaled Become a River Town Investments Graphics courtesy of Cuningham Group www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us 41 Monti INITIATIVE Monticello's new That's the core value behind With the leadership of Creative Arts Consultant Sue Seeger and the participation of citizens like you, we're working to make downtown a vibrant space unique to our community! In its first year, the Arts Initiative has unveiled new art in the downtown, added artistic events and programs, and helped bring together creative citizens with a variety of talents. Learn more and get involved! Follow @MontiArts on Facebook and send a message to Arts@ci.monticello.mn.us to be added to the email list. Monti Arts Mondays: A weekly chance to get creative! Every Monday from 5-7 p.m. we have community art sessions for people of all ages. (Children under 14 need to have an adult or sibling older than 14 who will be responsible for them). We will work on a variety of projects for the downtown and participants will have a chance to learn new techniques and share their ideas. People are also welcome to bring their own projects from home to work on in a creative atmosphere (all projects must be taken home at the end of the night). Monti Arts Mondays currently meets in West Bridge Park through October 22; please email Arts@ci.monticello.mn.us for more information and to find out where the fun moves once it's too cold to be outside! Artist's Way: Embark on an 12 week journey to discover and recover your creative self through Julia Cameron's classic "The Artist's Way." The book is required to participate so it must be purchased ahead of time. This is a class for anyone, artist or not, who feels like their life could be improved by finding or rediscovering their creative side. Ready to change your life for the better? Join us Monday evenings beginning Oct 22. No class December 24 and 31. Class is for adults. Sign-up through Community Education. BANNER PROJECT This year the city planned to replace the worn banners that have decorated Walnut Street, Broadway, and Highway 25 for nearly two decades. Staff requested participation from the Monti Arts Initiative to give the project a creative boost. Citizens of all ages were encouraged to submit art for banners in four categories: General, Riverfest, Winter & Downtown. We were thrilled to receive more than 50 submissions illustrating the character of Monticello with photos, paintings, collages, digital art and more. Finalists in each category were selected by a group of volunteers representing the City Council, Parks and Recreation Commission, Riverfest Committee, downtown business community, and Monti Arts Initiative. Once the finalists were selected, the public voted for the winners at the Creative City Celebration. The result is a collection of beautiful banners that will decorate downtown Monticello for years to come! 2 0 18-19 1 Fall & Winter 15 . i A f.. 200 West 6th Street 763-295-2322 LIBRARY M 10a.m.-8p.m. I W 10a.m.-6p.m. T\TH 1-8p.m. I F 10 a.m.-5 p.m. I S 10a.m.-2p.m Oct 23: Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the Library Ages 3-10 16:00-7:00 p.m. I Limit 20 1 Registration Required Cozy up for an hour of stories, games, crafts, and fun. The stuffed animals spends the night and gets picked up the next day with a special souvenir. (Sponsored by the City of Monticello) Oct 25: Meet Author Nancy Hedin Teens & Adults 16:30-7:00 p.m. (In conjunction with the Monticello Community Diversity Committee) Oct 27: Pumpkin Painting Families 1 12:30-1:30 p.m. I Limit 12 Oct 30: Leaves of Grass Illuminated, the Life of Walt Whitman Adults & Young Adults 17:00-8:00 p.m. In the Mississippi Room at the Monticello Community Center (In conjunction with the Monticello Community Diversity Committee ( A Legacy Event) Nov 3: Swedish American Holiday Traditions All Ages 111:00 a.m:12:00 p.m. (A Legacy Event) Nov 13: Help out a Rescue Animal Children & their families 16:30-7:30 p.m. I Limit 24 kids (Sponsored by the City of Monticello) Nov 15: TAG Teen Activities Group Grades 6-12 16:30-7:30 p.m. Nov 19: MN Author Heather Tierney Adults 16:30-7:30 p.m. Nov 29: Holiday Barnwood Painting Adults 16:00-7:30 p.m. I Limit 8 (Sponsored by the City of Monticello) Dec 1: Visit with Santa All Ages 1 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Bring your wish list & camera! Dec 4: A Hanukkah Celebration Kids & Families 16:30-7:30 p.m. An evening of holiday events. Dec 20: A Cozy Christmas Family Evening Kids & Families 15:00-7:00 p.m. An evening of holiday events. Dec 27: Celebrate Kwanzaa Kids & Families 16:30-7:30 p.m. An evening of holiday events. For a complete list of all events, visit www.griver.org monTIC1110 505 Walnut St, Suite 3 763-295-2000 M -F 8a.m.-4:30p.m. S 8-10:30a.m. The Monticello Senior Center is hosting a breakfast fundraiser on Sunday, October 28 in the Monticello Community Center gym from 8 a.m. to noon. The menu includes waffles, a variety of toppings, sausage, milk, juice, and coffee. The Cost is $7 in advance ($8 at the door) for ages 13+, $4 for kids ages 6-12, and free for those ages 5 & under! Proceeds benefit the Monticello Senior Center. The Senior Center is sponsoring a Craft & Bake Sale fundraiser on Saturday, November 3 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. A multitude of craft items and baked goods will be available for purchase. The Senior Center will also be serving a delicious Sloppy Joe Lunch during the sale for only $4. Veterans, their significant others, and spouses of deceased veterans are invited to a free dinner held in their honor on Friday, November 9 at noon. There will be a short program and performance by the River City Ramblers choir after dinner. No need to sign up in advance. Monticello Girl Scout Troop 16143 will provide a tasty Thanksgiving Dinner at the Senior Center for older adults on Monday, November 19 at 6 p.m. Sign up for dinner by November 14 by calling 763-295-2000. People age 55+ and their spouse (regardless of age) are invited to dine for lunch Tuesday -Friday at 12 p.m. at the Senior Center. Tuesday meals are provided by Chin Yuen, Wednesday meals by Russell's on the Lake, Thursday meals by VFW Post 8731, and Friday meals by Cornerstone Cafe. Diners must sign up at least one day in advance by 1 p.m. Cost is $4/meal (all meals ordered must be paid for). Stop by the Senior Center or visit the city website to view the monthly menu. Like the Senior Center on Facebook for more news! 16 www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us 4% 0N? 1 c E,RDERI;T" O 2018 has been a year of exciting changes for the Monticello Fire Department! The City Council approved preliminary FIRE plans for a new fire station at 101 Chelsea Road. Members of the fire department, city council, and city staff reviewed options to expand the existing fire station or construct a new building in a different location. The committee ultimately decided it would be more efficient, cost- effective, and forward -thinking to pursue the new location on Chelsea Road. The building will be centrally located in the community with excellent access to major roadways, including the Fallon Avenue Overpass and 1-94. This fall the council will review the final design and approve going out for bids to construct the new facility in 2019. City Council also approved the purchase of a new 100' Aerial Platform Ladder Fire Truck. The new truck will replace a smaller aerial ladder truck from 1988 that's at the end of its useful life. The increased size will allow the fire department to better serve larger buildings in the community. Finally, the department recently welcomed four reserve firefighters and an Emergency Services Coordinator -Fire Marshal. The emergency services position is brand new and designed to focus on fire inspections and emergency preparedness in Monticello. Wright County Sheriff's Office Online scams, phone scams and fraud are on the rise. Most recently, the scams involve an imposter pretending to be from a bank, credit card company, or the IRS. Here are a few ways to protect yourself from being the victim of a scam: • Register your phone number with the National Do Not Call Registry. Register online or call 1-888-382-1222. If you still receive telemarketing calls, there's a good chance the calls are scams. as proof that you agreed to a purchase or credit card charge. Don't provide your credit card number, bank account information, or other personal information to a caller. • Don't send money if the caller tells you to wire money, pay with a prepaid debit card or gift card. • Be wary of callers claiming you've won a prize or vacation • package. • Hang up on suspicious phone calls. • Be aware that scammers can change the phone number that shows up on your caller ID screen. This is called "spoofing." • Research business opportunities, charities, or travel packages separately from the information the caller provided. Also, some things not to do: • Don't give in to pressure to take immediate action. • Don't say anything if a caller starts asking, "Can you hear me?" This is a common tactic for scammers to record you saying "yes." Scammers record your "yes" response to use Don't click on links in emails or text messages to verify your information. Emergency Notifications Stay informed during an emergency! Wright County uses a Citizen Alert System powered by EVERBRIDGE to alert citizens about issues that may affect their safety. This allows the county to contact residents in seconds, so you can find out about an emergency right away. The success of this service relies on YOU. Having accurate contact information is the only way to ensure you are contacted in an emergency. Please sign up on the Wright County website — it only takes a minute to enroll. 2 0 18-19 1 Fall & Winter 17 CITY OF Monticello DMV Dept. of Motor Vehicle 119 East 3rd Street, Monticello Phone: 763-295-2712 Open Mon -Fri: 8 A.M.-4:30 P.M. I Sat: 8 A.M.-12 P.M. CLOSED: Thanksgiving Day . Christmas Eve . Christmas Day New Year's Eve . New Year's Day Minnesota Be sure to check out the newest� MAORIcommemorative plate! one-time contribution of $25. MAR 18 Proceeds from the license plates will be used to support families of fallen Minnesota law enforcement personnel. too DMV SERVICES 09/29/18- 10/28/18 The best time to avoid long lines at the DMV are the second and third weeks of the month! Fall Turkey Season At the Monticello DMV, we offer notary services, driver's 11/03/18- 11/18/18 Deer Hunt -Firearm - 100A license updates if you lost it or need to change your 11/03/18 - 11/11/18 Deer Hunt - Firearm - 200A & 300A address , and we can register your vehicle or transfer your title. A portion of every transaction fee goes back 11/17/18 - 11/25/18 Deer Hunt -Firearm - 300B into our community! Visit the Monticello DMV for all your DNR licensing needs, and be sure to pick up the current hunting & trapping regulation handbook. CITY OF 545 Hwy 25 North 1763-295-5222 MonticelloHi -Way Liquors is having a record-sethngYear! Monthly sales are up in 2018, and that means a greater investment in the future of Monticello. HI - WAY LIQUORS Hi -Way Liquors' profits are used to fund projects in the community to reduce the reliance on tax dollars. Most recently, the City Council committed to using profits from Hi -Way Liquors to fund the next phase of the Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park. Thanks to the $2.5 million being collected over a 3 -year period (2017-2019), the city will be able to take the next step in building another phase of the athletic complex to meet the growing needs of Monticello. If you are interested in shopping local to support your community, stop in to Hi -Way Liquors and meet our friendly, knowledgeable staff! For your convenience, we are open Monday -Saturday from 9 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. You can also follow Hi -Way on Facebook and sign-up for bi-weekly e -deals for news about discounts, products, and events! www.ci.monticello.mn.us/hiwayliquors FALL WINE TASTING & COSTUME PARTY! Hi -Way Liquors Fall Wine Tasting & Costume Party is Friday, October 26 from 7-9 p.m. at the Monticello Community Center. Tickets are $25 in advance at Hi -Way Liquors. Tickets include an etched souvenir wine glass, catered buffet, live music, door prizes and lots of wonderful wines to sample! A $100 gift card will be awarded at the end of the (� night for Best Costume. IIQI A ru 18 www.ci.monticeIIo.mn.us ''TeaGREEN!T Advanced Disposal offers convenient single -stream recycling so items can go into the cart without sorting. While this makes recycling incredibly easy, people often mix in items that cannot be recycled. That results in increased costs to remove non-recyclables and discard overly contaminated items that could have been recycled. Here are a few tips for better recycling from Advanced Disposal. Know before you throw. Recycle these items curbside. Please remember to rinse items with food or beverage residue. 1. Plastic Bottles & Caps 2. Glass & Plastic Jars 3. Cardboard 4. Paper 5. Food Boxes 6. Mail 7. Beverage Cans 8. Food Cans 9. Glass Bottles 10. Jugs PLACE ALL RECYCLABLES LOOSE S.00 NOT PLACE YARD WASTE IN IN THE RECYCLING BIN OR CART, YOUR RECYCLING CART. a U , RINSE PLASTIC AND METAL CONTAINERS TO REMOVE ALL REMAINING RESIDUE. 6 • NfWs ALL ITEMS MUST BE IN YOUR CART OR BIN TO BE COLLECTED. GO NOT PLACE RECYCLABLES ON TOP OF OR AROUND YOUR CONTAINER. r BOTTLE CAPS CAN REMAIN ON THE ITEM AND CAN BERECYCLED TOO! IF YOUR RECYCLING PROGRAM ACCEPTS GLASS, YES, ALL COLORS ARE ACCEPTABLE. • 101� h 19 WHEN IN DOUBT, THROW IT OUT (IN THE GARBAGE). Despite common misconceptions, these items cannot be recycled at the curb. Please check into other recycling options or throw them in the garbage. Plastic Grocery Bags Pizza Boxes Household Glass Shredded Paper Styrofoam Automotive Parts Scrap Metal Baby Diapers Aerosol Cans Wet Paper Ceramics and Pottery & Juice Cartons • To upgrade to a larger recycling cart. • To order an additional recycling cart. (There may be a fee for a second cart.) • To request repair or replacement for a broken cart. • If recycling or garbage was not picked up on your regular collection day. • If you want to request extra items be picked up, such as mattresses, electronics, etc. Advanced Disposal 1-888-251-8919 2 0 18-19 1 Fall & Winter 19 i Enroll in ACH and E -BILLS and receive up to a $1.50 discount per bill! The forms can be found online at www.ci.monticello.mn.us/utilitybillin� The 2019 Garbage & Recycling Collection Schedule is shown below. Your collection day is determined by your house location as follows: MONDAY: North of 1-94 and West from the center of Minnesota Street. WEDNESDAY: South of 1-94 and East of Edmonson Avenue. THURSDAY: North of 1-94 & East from center of Minnesota Street to Gillard Avenue and South of 1-94 and West from Edmonson Avenue, including, Kjellberg's East & West Mobile Home Parks. • Monticello's contracted garbage hauler is Advanced Disposal. • City garbage/recycling carts must be used, and the carts need to be curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. • Garbage is collected weekly. Recycling is collected every other week on your garbage day. • Garbage only weeks are bighlighted in areGarbage/recycling weeks are highlighted in yellow. • Holidays observed by the hauler are shaded in black and pick up after holidays will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week. 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