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www.linolakes.us | 651.982.2400
WINTER 2020-2021 City Newsletter
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
YMCA Status Page 6
Tree Sale Page 9
Serving in the Pandemic Page 12
Gearing Up for Winter Page 16
MAKING PROGRESS SEEKING APPLICANTS
FOR ADVISORY BOARDS
AMIDST A PANDEMIC
The Lino Lakes City Council has four boards
Business continues at City Hall even in that provide advice and recommendations on
these most unusual of times. While City a variety of issues. The length of each term is
Hall undergoes renovations, staff is still three years with appointments made by the
working to serve customers, administer City Council in January of each year. Positions
are available on each of the following:
elections, address development related
topics, and prepare the budget for the Planning & Zoning Board advises the
City Council on matters related to land use
coming year. and planning. This board meets the second
CARES ACT helps with State, Local and Tribal Government efforts to Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM.
navigate the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic through the Coronavirus Park & Recreation Board advises the
Relief Fund. The City of Lino Lakes has submitted a certification form to City Council on matters of recreational
the MN Department of Revenue for its share of federal aid in the amount activities, park and trail development, and
of $1,608,289. The City is investing in making City Hall a safer environment management. The board meets the first
for residents, customers and staff. Things that are being addressed by Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM.
the aid include HVAC system upgrades, touchless entry doors, touchless
restroom faucets and dryers, as well as remodeling of the open office Economic Development Advisory
Committee makes recommendations to
environment and walk-up counter space at City Hall.
the City Council on business and industrial
DEVELOPMENT continues to be strong on several fronts in the City. development and retention matters. The
Residential development, including Watermark, Nadeau Acres, and the committee meets the first Thursday of each
Eastside Villas are moving along nicely on the City’s east side. Main Street month at 8 AM.
Shoppes, located off of Otter Lake Rd and Main Street, offers some new Environmental Board advises the Council
eating opportunities for residents with Jersey Mike’s Subs joining Dunkin on matters concerning the management of
Donuts and Campanelle Restaurant and Bar. Otter Crossing, a similar natural resources within the city. This board
multi-tenant development, across the street to the west, received approval meets the last Wednesday of the month at
in September and should break ground in early 2021. On the west side of 6:30 PM.
Lino Lakes, Muddy Cow Bar and Grill received Council approval in March.
Construction is underway with an anticipated 2021 opening. The recently For an application or additional information you
can visit our website at www.linolakes.us
approved Natures Refuge residential development includes 61 new home
and click on City Government > Advisory
sites clustered around 57 acres of permanent open space. Look for a spring
Boards and Committees or call Lisa Hogstad-
2021 construction start.
Osterhues, Deputy Clerk, at 651-982-2424.
BUDGET discussions began in July and although at this writing are not
completed, Council and Staff have progressed nicely from the start to
adopting the Preliminary 2020 Tax Levy Collectible in 2021. The preliminary HOME RULE CHARTER
tax levy adopted in September results in an estimated tax rate of 39.870%,
which is equal to the tax rate adopted for Pay 2020. COMMISSION OPENINGS
The Lino Lakes Charter Commission is a
ELECTIONS – Most do not realize that this is the fourth election
15-member body appointed by a District
administered in Lino Lakes in 2020. We had a local Special Election (Feb),
Judge to oversee the City Charter. Established
Presidential Primary (Mar), State Primary (Aug) and General Election (Nov).
in 1981, this volunteer commission does not
The first two elections were pre-virus, but the August Primary and
fall under the authority of the City Council. The
the November General Election brought a special challenge. The City Charter Commission’s charge is to serve as
responded by offering a city hall ballot drop box and curbside voting, in custodians of the City Charter in accordance
addition to the popular absentee voting inside city hall. There are many with State laws, the charter by-laws and rules
people to thank for their efforts serving as election judges. Each does of the Charter Commission. The commission
so by putting in long hours for little pay, yet each of them does it as a may propose amendments to the City
professional to serve in every way. The City of Lino Lakes thanks all of you. Charter, as can the City Council. The Charter
Thank you and have a safe Commission meets quarterly on the second
holiday season ahead, Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM.
For an application or additional information
Rob Rafferty you can visit our website at www.linolakes.us
and click on City Hall > Jobs and Volunteering
Mayor of Lino Lakes or call Julie Bartell, City Clerk at 651-982-2406.
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CHRISTMAS COMMITTEE Christmas Angels Program
Toys for Joy
~ and ~ Granny’s Closet in Anoka is a local,
non-profit organization helping seniors
in need. It’s that time of year again for
our annual Angels Program and we are
looking for volunteers to adopt a senior
for Christmas.
Here’s how it works: Seniors in need, with
the help of their social workers, fill out a
This holiday season we expect to serve more than 1000 families
wish list. These lists are sent to Granny’s
with 3000 children at our Anoka County Armory site, as well as 100
Closet and we match them up with YOU,
homebound people. Tons of food and more than 10,000 toys will
an angel, who will anonymously purchase
be distributed. Cash donations (fully tax deductible) are needed to and wrap a present. Gifts range from
purchase turkeys, chickens, bread, potatoes and fruit; as well as fill $20-40 and seniors ask for everything
in the gap in toys for specific age levels and age gender. from toilet paper and bathroom towels
This massive effort serves folks right here in our communities. Our to coffee makers and winter gloves.
donations assist people living in Andover, Anoka, Bethel, Blaine,
Burns, Cedar, Circle Pines, Coon Rapids, East Bethel, Ham Lake, Lino
Lakes, Oak Grove, Ramsey, Stacey, St. Francis and Wyoming.
There are toy drop sites located at the Lino Lakes City Hall and Lino
Lakes Public Safety Department. If you would like to be a toy drop
site, please contact Lisa Hogstad-Osterhues at 651-982-2424. If
you would like more information regarding this program, please
contact the Christmas Committee at 763-323-4982.
Collection site located at
Lino Lakes City Hall or contact:
A million thanks to all of you who make this grannysclosetmn@gmail.com
wonderful project possible and Happy Holidays to all! 651-363-4867
www.grannyscloset.org
One Warm Coat is a national non-profit
organization that works to provide a
free, warm coat to any person in need.
Lino Lakes City Hall is a drop-off site for
this program. We are collecting clean,
I M P O R TA N T reusable, and new coats, boots, mittens,
Secret Santa and hats for children, men, and women
of all sizes.
Currently Seeking: Military Connected Individuals
or Families who may have a need or would benefit
from a Secret Santa!
Currently Seeking: Individuals, families, companies
who would like to adopt, or support Military
Connected individuals or Families! Options include but
not limited to: Cash, Gift Cards Shopping, Meals, Gifts
Please submit your request by November 15th to
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Secret Santa Project at
www.quadareachamber.org/community-calendar Visit www.onewarmcoat.org
and click on the Register Now button. Matches will be for more information on the
completed and you will be notified by Thanksgiving. One Warm Coat program.
All deliveries or arrangements should be in place by
December 20th.
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n Community Development
HALT THE SALT
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
For those of us that live in the colder
climates, like Minnesota, winter time
and ice can prove to be anything
ABOUT BASEMENT FINISHES from a nuisance to a hazard. Between
snowstorms and deep freezes, we
often seek relief from salt to reduce
When planning a basement finish, there are a few things the dangers of ice and snow on our
for homeowners to consider. The following tips will make driveways and sidewalks.
the job go smoothly and result in a finished product that While it’s essential to keep safe in
meets your expectations. the wintertime, it’s important to note
that salt doesn’t just disappear when
• Contact the City of Lino Lakes the snow and ice eventually melts.
Building Department about Instead, it can cause irreversible
required permits (651) 982-2420. damage as it washes into our lakes
and streams and seeps into our
• Create or obtain a drawing of the groundwater supply. It only takes one
proposed project. If you are getting teaspoon of salt to pollute 5 gallons
competitive quotes for any phases of fresh water!
of the project, the drawing will be
a guide for the bidders and most Fortunately, you can help prevent salt
pollution by limiting the amount of
likely create uniformity in the items
deicers you use on your driveways
BEFORE they are bidding.
and sidewalks. Try to avoid using salt
• A drawing of the proposed project altogether, if possible. However, if
will assist the city’s building safety concerns require you to control
department during the plan review ice, consider following these simple
process. The city will add comments tips to limit salt use:
and code requirements to ensure 1. Shovel. In order to limit the
your project is code compliant. amount of deicer needed, try to
keep your driveway and walkways
• Make sure your contractors are free from snow when it first falls.
licensed with the State of Minnesota. 2. Skip the salt if the pavement
You can check their status at: temperature is below 15 degrees.
AFTER https://secure.doli.state.mn.us/ Most salts are not effective below
lookup/licensing.aspx. this temperature. Instead, use sand
for traction.
• When hiring a builder/contractor for the project, we recommend they obtain
the building permit (not you), as they will officially become responsible for 3. Use salt sparingly. Use no more
the work performed. The building permit needs to be from the City of Lino than one pound of salt for 250
Lakes and on the job site. square feet. One heaping coffee
mug is about one pound of salt and
• Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC contractors will need to obtain separate permits. 250 square feet is roughly the size
of two parking spaces.
BUILDING CODE REGULATIONS 4. Adding extra salt does not mean
more melting. If salt or sand is
• The project needs to comply with the State Building Code. visible on dry pavement, it is no
longer working and will be washed
• Smoke alarms are required in each sleeping room and one is required in away. Sweep it up and use it
the space adjacent to the sleeping room. A carbon monoxide alarm needs somewhere else or throw it away.
to be installed within 10 feet of sleeping rooms.
5. Tell a neighbor! They may be
• New hallways shall be at least 36 inches wide. Maintain as much headroom over-salting too.
as possible in the existing basement, a minimum of 7 feet where available.
• A vapor barrier such as 4 mil poly is required on the warm side of required
insulation. All foam plastic insulation on the walls needs to be covered with
½ inch thick gypsum board.
Please call the Lino Lakes Building Department at 651-982-2420 or stop in
City Hall to talk with staff about your construction related questions.
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PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM SUMMARY
The City of Lino Lakes implements a Pavement Management Program for
roadway maintenance and reconstruction. The Pavement Management
Program includes inspecting and rating pavement conditions, analyzing
various maintenance and rehabilitation strategies, and budgeting and
constructing the necessary projects. There are 100 miles of bituminous roadways
in the City of Lino Lakes. The City’s Pavement Management evaluation includes
rating 25% of City’s millage annually. The information is used to enter into
Pavement Management Software to develop a Pavement Condition Index (PCI).
The PCI is used to categorize maintenance needs. This information is combined
BEFORE
with traffic volumes, geotechnical considerations, development coordination, and
input from public works to generate the City’s 5-year Capital Improvement Plan.
In 2020, the City expended approximately
$1,440,000 to improve 2.5 miles of roadway.
The City is currently in the design process for additional improvement in 2021.
Street reconstruction will include Joyer Lane, Karth Road, Talle Lane, Canfield
Road, and Gaage Lane neighborhood roadways, and 4th Avenue (Main Street to
Pine Street). The Street Rehabilitation project will include repaving of the Forsham
Lake Drive, Post Road, and Stage Coach Trail (from cul du sac north 1,400 feet)
and thin overlays on James Street, Knoll Drive, and Oak Lane.
The City’s 2020 Street ratings, 2021-2024 Street Reconstruction Plan, and AFTER
Pavement Management Plan can be found at www.linolakes.us.
TOP CORRECTION NOTICES
Projects are required to be constructed according to the approved plans and
the State Building Code. Following a passed inspection, an inspector will sign
off on the inspection card. If an inspection fails, the inspector will issue a
correction notice which will be left onsite.
Schedule a reinspection by call the Building Department at 651-982-2420.
CORRECTION NOTICE REQUIREMENT
Approved plans were not followed Follow approved plans that include requirements, written in red, by the Building Official
Permits such as fences, sheds, and driveways may require property markers to be exposed.
Locate property markers
Another option would be to hire a licensed surveyor to locate and mark your property markers
Driveway exceeds allowed width Driveway from curb/street shall not exceed 26 feet in width
Retaining wall is currently placed in an
Retaining walls are not allowed in easements without prior approval by the City Engineer
easement
Notching of deck railing posts is present 4x4 railing posts cannot be notched
Riser height on stairs is incorrect Maximum riser height is 7¾ inch. A variation of 3/8 inch is allowed in riser heights
Hand rail is required A continuous hand rail is required if stairs have 4 or more risers
Seal penetrations in top plate of interior
All holes/penetrations in top plate of interior walls are required to be sealed
walls prior to insulation inspection
Seal penetrations in vapor barrier prior
All holes/penetrations in vapor barrier need to be sealed
to insulation inspection
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n Community Development
WHAT’S THE STATUS OF THE YMCA?
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a number of challenges for City residents and businesses over
the past 6 months. Our local Chain of Lakes Y (YMCA) is no different.
In an effort to identify a more sustainable programming
model, the Y has launched a “Reimagining” process.
Working through a steering committee made up of local
city, county, school, faith, and business representatives,
the Y is seeking input to strengthen their core mission of
Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility.
The Y is hopeful that this process will lead to a reopening
Residents and elected officials were confronted with the of the facility with new partnerships and programs. The
announcement in August that the local Y would not be Y is planning to hold a community Virtual Engagement
reopening in the near future. Citing a significant drop in meeting as the process moves forward. Information on
membership, the Y found it was not financially feasible to how to participate will be posted on the City Website as
reopen, directing local residents to facilities in Shoreview details become available.
and Forest Lake. This has left a hole for many in the Concurrent with this process, the City Council will be
community that found the Y as a multi-generational place evaluating the City’s own options regarding continued
not only to recreate, but also to socialize. operation of the facility. The City will be working with
The City began a partnership with the Y back in 1998 to qualified consulting firms to conduct a feasibility study
support resident interest in developing a community evaluating management options for the existing aquatic
center. The partnership led to a ground breaking in and recreation facility.
2006 and the long awaited Y opening in 2007. The City We are hopeful that the two processes will lead to a
provided financial support, land, and infrastructure to sustainable outcome that continues to provide a valuable
make it a reality. A point that is not lost on the City Council. resource for the community.
FREE BUSINESS ADVICE
Are you in need of business advice to start or grow your business here in Lino Lakes?
If so, Business Advisor, Carrie Mikkonen, would be happy to meet with you!
If you are a Lino Lakes business owner or looking to open a business in the city,
you’re invited to participate in this FREE opportunity. Interested entrepreneurs can
schedule an appointment with Carrie Mikkonen by calling 763-438-7315 or by
The Open to Business email at cmikkonen@mccdmn.org.
program helps residents
Examples of how Open to Business has helped other clients:
and business owners with
• A prospective business owner received help in applying for financing
business advice ranging and publicity once the store was open propelling the business to success.
from marketing and
• An existing business owner received advice about real estate issues
financial management and expansion plans.
to leasing and • A resident received help in evaluating his target market and received
purchasing property. suggestions on how he could expand his product into new markets.
More information about this program can also be found online at www.opentobusinessmn.org.
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ABANDONED &
UNSEALED WELLS
CAN CONTAMINATE
YOUR GROUNDWATER
Unused and unsealed wells can be a conduit
for surface water runoff, contaminated water,
and improperly disposed of waste to reach your
drinking water.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
• Inspect wells regularly for cracks in the casing
• Make sure all well covers are securely in place
• Build up the soil so that it slopes away from the well and
does not allow surface water runoff to enter
• Do not use household chemicals or hazardous materials
within 100 feet of the well
• Hire a licensed contractor to seal all unused, unsealed wells
Sources:
http://www.mrwa.com/SWP/BackyardFS22014saveform.pdf
http://www.groundwater.org/get-informed/basics/wells.html
WATER CONSERVATION
Water is a finite resource and although, roughly 70 percent For more information check out the Water Conservation
of the Earth is covered by water, less than 1 percent is Toolbox at: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water/
available for human use. While population and demand for Planning/Water-Supply-Planning/Guidance-Planning-Tools/
freshwater resources continue to increase, supply will always Water-Conservation/Toolbox.aspx
remain constant. And although the water cycle continuously
returns water to Earth, it is not always returned to the same Stay Tuned! In an effort to help residents save
place, quantity and quality. As winter approaches, residents money by saving water, the City of Lino Lakes
can help by dialing back their indoor water use. will be implementing a Smart Irrigation Controller
Program in Spring of 2021. More details to come!
TIPS FOR SAVING WATER INDOORS:
• Turn off the tap while shaving and brushing teeth
Follow this link to estimate your water usage:
• Take a shorter shower
• Fill the dishwasher before running, scrape dishes
instead of rinsing
• Compost kitchen scraps instead of using garbage disposal
• Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator instead of
running tap for cool water https://www.home-water-works.org/calculator
• Run full loads of laundry for maximum water and
energy efficiency
• Fix all leaks promptly and shut off the faucet when it is
not in use
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EMERALD ASH BORER
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a beetle that kills ash trees. There are an estimated billion ash trees in
Minnesota, all of which are susceptible to infestation by this pest. EAB was first found in Lino Lakes at
the end of 2017. Since then, beetle activity has increased and many trees have been killed. The rates
of infestation and tree death will increase dramatically over the next few years. Ultimately, ash trees in
Lino Lakes will be killed, treated with insecticide, or removed. The time to decide if you will treat or
eventually remove your tree is now.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT EAB
It is important to be able to recognize the signs of an
EAB-infested tree. Common symptoms include heavy
woodpecker activity on the tree, dying branches in
the upper canopy, sprouts around the tree base,
vertical cracks in the bark, S-shaped tunnels under
the bark, and 1/8" D-shaped exit holes in the bark.
Ash trees can either be removed or treated with an
approved insecticide. If your private tree is a good
candidate for injection and you choose to treat it, it
Photo by: Eric R. Day, Virginia Polytechnic
is highly recommended that injections be performed Instutute and State University, Bugwood.org
by a reputable tree care company with a pesticide
applicator on staff that is licensed by the MN Canopy dieback and thinning begin in top one-third of canopy.
Department of Agriculture. Treatments will need to
be performed every 2-3 years to ensure continued
protection from beetles.
The active flight period for the Emerald Ash Borer is
May 1st - September 30th. Avoid pruning or removing
trees during this period. October 1st - April 30th is
the best time to remove ash trees.
Please don't move firewood! Anoka County is in
the quarantine zone. Moving ash material and all
hardwood firewood from the quarantine zone is
prohibited. If the outer 1" of wood/bark is properly
Photo by: David Cappaert, Bugwood.org
disposed of, the rest of the wood can be utilized.
OUR RESPONSE
The City will be removing and replacing ash trees on boulevards. Because trees that are killed by EAB become brittle and
dangerous to work on, we will be treating some trees to allow for staggered removals over time. This will also help to
spread the cost of removals over several years instead of having to cut the trees down in a much shorter time frame.
The boulevard ash trees that are removed will be replaced with new trees that will come from a variety of species. The goal
is to increase species diversity in the city as a whole, in neighborhoods, and within city blocks so our urban forest is more
able to resist insect pests and diseases in the future. Planting a greater variety of boulevard tree species will help us to
minimize the impacts of the next Dutch elm disease/Emerald Ash Borer-type scenario.
All trees treated by the City will be marked with an aluminum tag about shoulder height. Boulevard trees scheduled for
removal will be marked with green paint. Residents are asked to remove landscaping rocks from around the base of trees
to allow crews to grind stumps after removal.
ASH DISPOSAL
The City has an ash tree disposal site in back of the Lino Lakes Public Works facility at 1189 Main Street, Lino Lakes, MN
55014. This site will be open to residents by appointment only to dispose of ash brush and logs. This site will only accept
ash material. Sod, grass clippings, landscaping materials, and brush or logs from other species will not be accepted.
Contact the City of Lino Lakes Environmental Coordinator at 651-982-2465 for more information.
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2021 TREE SALE
Emerald Ash Borer is a nonnative insect that destroys our ash trees. You can help combat
and revitalize Lino Lakes’ tree canopy by planting 10,000 trees via two options listed below.
OPTION #1: Participate in the city’s tree sale. Fill out the order form below to purchase your trees. The trees are priced
below retail – they are nice-sized and healthy!
OPTION #2: Purchase trees from the Anoka County Conservation District at www.anokaswcd.org. They are offering
many trees such as Norway Pine and River Birch, to name a few, as well as many types of shrubs. If you order from the
Conservation District, please note that they use a different order form, pick up dates, and location.
SALE DETAILS: Ordering Ends: Thursday, February 19, 2021 When: Pick up Saturday, May 15, 2021 Time: 9 – 11 AM
(notified via e-mail a week before pick up) Where: 1189 Main Street (behind the Lino Lakes Public Works Building)
Quantities are limited. Reserve a tree now. Please note that all orders must be pre-paid.
Return the form below to: City of Lino Lakes, 600 Town Center Parkway, #Trees, Lino Lakes, MN 55014
2021 CITY TREE ORDER FORM
customer name: phone:
address: city: zip code:
e-mail address:
TREE TYPE: (purchase size), mature size, tree description (trees are bare root) Price @ Quantity Total
BLACK CHERRY: (6' ht), to 60', spread 35'/full sun, dark green $34.00
fall color: yellow, red orange
HONEYLOCUST: shademaster (1" diameter), to 60', spread 35'/full sun, dark $49.00
green/fall color: yellow green
RIVER BIRCH: (1" diameter), to 50', spread 40'/full sun, dark green $35.00
fall color: golden yellow
FLOWERING CRAB: Red Splendor (6' tall) to 25'/full sun $28.00
spring color: pink flowers, fall color: burgundy
RED MAPLE: Northwood (1" diameter), to 50' , spread 35'/full sun $49.00
fall color: bright red
MAPLE: sienna glen (11/4" diameter), to 60', spread 40'/full sun, fast growing $53.00
fall color: yellow, orange, red
RED OAK: northern (1" diameter), to 80' spread 45'/full sun, partial shade $48.00
fall color: red, fast growing rate
WHITE OAK: Swamp (1" diameter), to 60', spread 60'/full sun, slow growing $48.00
fall color: coppery bronze
ELM: valley forge (1"diameter), to 70', spread 60'/full sun, fast growing $45.00
fall color: yellow, resistant to dutch elm disease
ELM: new horizon (6' ht), to 60', spread 40'/full sun $39.50
fall color: yellow, resistant to dutch elm disease
LINDEN: american sentry (1" diameter), to 40', spread 30'/full sun $44.00
fall color: yellow, fast growing, attractive boulevard tree
Subtotal
Add Sales Tax 7.125%
Grand Total
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LINO LAKES LAWNS TO LEGUMES
L-I-N-G-O! Minnesota is home to more than 450 species of native bees and other
pollinators, including butterflies, moths, beetles, hummingbirds, and flies.
What language are they speaking Healthy pollinator populations are crucial to the continued survival of many
Minnesota crops and native plants. While crops and native plants depend
at City Hall? Learn the meaning
on pollinators, pollinators themselves depend on native plants and habitat
behind common terms you’re
for their own needs. The Lawns to Legumes program is a great opportunity
hearing at City Hall or during for Minnesota residents to help pollinators thrive in our neighborhoods.
City Council and advisory board
What is Lawns to Legumes? This program was designed by Blue Thumb,
meetings. Stay tuned – each
the Minnesota Board of Soil and Water Resources (BWSR), and Minnesota
newsletter will feature new residents to provide resources and information to any resident who wants
vocabulary words. to turn their lawn or a part of their lawn into pollinator friendly habitat.
Even small “pocket plantings” and little changes to your lawn can make a
• Comprehensive Plan difference. In addition to benefiting pollinators, these native plantings also
A Comprehensive Plan prepared improve water quality by reducing chemical use and limiting runoff that
and approved by the City, heads into our lakes and streams.
including a compilation of policy Want to get involved? Great! Lawns to Legumes offers workshops,
statements, goals, standards, free planting guides, maintenance support, and cost-share funding for
fiscal guidelines, and maps installing pollinator friendly native plants. The Blue Thumb website
indicating the general locations (www.bluethumb.org) is a good place to learn more about the Lawns
recommended for the various to Legumes program and find many free resources.
functional classes of land use, The Rice Creek Watershed District (www.ricecreek.org) also has resources
places and structures, and for the and some projects which may qualify for grant dollars. The Mini-Grant
general physical development of program provides eligible applicants with up to $500 to implement
the City, including any unit or part projects that improve water quality in the watershed. Eligible projects
include: native plantings (including pollinator gardens), small buffer strips,
of such plan separately adopted
waterspout gardens, and rain barrels.
and any amendment to such plan
or parts thereof.
Let’s support our local pollinators and Minnesota’s
• Conditional Use native plants: your yard can BEE the change!
A land use or development that
may not be appropriate generally Sources:
within a certain district, but may Lawns to Legumes: Your Yard can BEE the Change by BWSR https://bwsr.state.mn.us/l2l
be allowed in that district with Lawns to Legumes - Blue Thumb https://bluethumb.org/lawns-to-legumes
appropriate restrictions, conditions
or limitations as imposed by the
City Council.
• Easement
A grant of one or more of the
property rights by the property
owner to and/or for the use by the
public, a corporation or another
person or entity.
• Impervious Surface
An artificial or natural surface
through which water, air or roots
cannot penetrate.
10 | Lino Lakes NewsletterRECYCLE SMART RECYCLING SATURDAY
Lino Park: 7850 Lake Drive | 10 AM – 2 PM
THIS HOLIDAY SEASON Every 3rd Saturday of the Month
• November 21, 2020
Do not place these in your curbside recycling
cart, take them to a drop-off facility. • December 19, 2020
• January 16, 2021
BATTERIES & ELECTRONICS • February 20, 2021
WITH BATTERIES
• March 20, 2021
(household and rechargeable)
Free shredding available at all Recycling Saturday events.
Why: Batteries and electronics can damage equipment For more information visit: www.linolakes.us
and harm workers sorting the recycling. Batteries are or call 651-982-2423. www.linolakes.us/recycling
particularly dangerous, especially lithium ion batteries
found in cell phones, since they can start fires when
punctured.
CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING
Recycle: Batteries can be taken to the Anoka County Christmas tree recycling will be available
Household Hazardous Waste facility. Go to AnokaCounty. at Sunrise Park, 6918 Sunrise Drive, and
us/HHW for location, hours and a list of accepted items. Country Lakes Park, 6600 West Shadow
Batteries are also accepted at Recycling Saturday events. Lake Drive, from December 26th through
January 17th, 2021.
TANGLERS
Plastic bags, stretch film, air pillows, and
other items that get wrapped around
equipment at recycling sorting facilities HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS
• Check light cords to make sure they aren’t frayed
Why: These items become tangled on sorting equipment or broken. String no more than three strands per
and workers can spend hours each day removing them, extension cord.
causing costly processing delays.
• Look for fire-resistant labels on artificial trees. Avoid
Reduce/Reuse: Avoid using plastic bags by bringing your fireplaces, radiators and other sources of heat.
own bag. Bring packaging materials to mailing stores for • Make sure your live tree is fresh and watered. Bend the
reuse. needles up and down to make sure no needles fall off.
Recycle: Clean, dry bags and stretchy film can be taken to • Check the labels on older decorations. Some older tinsel
large retailers or grocery stores. Simply puncture the air is lead-based. If using angel hair, wear gloves to avoid
pillows and they can be recycled with other plastic film. irritation. Avoid breathing in artificial snow.
Look for collection containers by store entrances. • Make sure outside decorations are for outdoor use and
fasten lights securely to your home or trees. Make sure
Trash: Non-stretchy cellophane, wet or food
hooks or nails are insulated to avoid an electrocution or
contaminated bags, plastic handles.
fire hazard.
• Be extra careful when using a ladder. Make sure to have
HOLIDAY STRING LIGHTS & CORDS good, stable placement and wear shoes that allow for
Go to: good traction.
AnokaCounty.us/RecyclingDirectory
for additional locations. • Don’t use electric lights on metallic trees.
• Don’t forget to turn off all holiday lights when going to
bed or leaving the house.
AnokaCounty.us/Recycle | 763-324-3400
Lino Lakes Recycling | 651-982-2423 • Keep children, pets and decorations away from candles.
Recyclingintern@linolakes.us • Don’t light fireplace with stockings hanging from mantel.
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L I N O L A K E S P U B L I C S A F E T Y D E PA RT M E N T
SERVING IN THE PANDEMIC
Early in 2020, all our lives were thrown into a spiral with the discovery
and spread of the COVID-19 Pandemic. As data and professional guidance
flooded us all from various angles, we all found ourselves scrambling to
navigate our lives in a different way.
While changes in our state were rapidly
occurring, the Lino Lakes Public Safety
Department was faced with a need to make
quick changes in a response model we had
grown accustomed to. Among those changes
were the needs to modify patrol shifts and
adjust response protocols to ensure the safety
of the public and responders, jockey staff to
remote office locations throughout the city
to limit contact and overlap, find enough N95
masks, face shields eye protection, air filters
and other personal protective equipment from
a supply that was quickly depleting, all while
learning as much about COVID-19 as we could
to make sound decisions.
As we were settling into our new normal,
we quickly realized how much the
pandemic was going to change the way our
organization interacts with our community.
...the LLPSD
As an organization that historically lives
to communicate and interact with our
stakeholders, we found ourselves looking for
was invited to
44 events...
ways of engaging from a distance. So, along
with many other agencies throughout the
country, we turned to emergency vehicle drive-
bys to show support and offer encouragement
during the time of greatest isolation from early
April, until strict restrictions were loosened near
the end of May.
During the six weeks of drive-bys, the LLPSD was invited to 44 events and we had the honor and privilege of sharing in a
piece of each celebration and offering a bit of encouragement to many residents and countless other friends and family
members through social media sharing of those. Events ranged from weddings and birthdays, to a parade at an assisted
living facility, and even a gender reveal.
There’s no question this year has set our agency back in our community engagement efforts, which we rely on to further
build connections and partnerships with all our Lino Lakes stakeholders. All of our community outreach and educational
initiatives this summer, as well as our community’s Blue Heron Days Celebration had to be cancelled. Night to Unite also,
unfortunately, had to be cancelled in Lino Lakes due to the risks of COVID-19 transmission. That, historically, has been the
biggest night of the year for our staff to showcase what all our Lino Lakes stakeholders own a part of.
Although we have no way of knowing what the future will look like, we’re confident that events like these will start
up again in the future. You wouldn’t know it by the funny-looking masks we all wear, but the pride among the service
providers in this organization is immense and we love to share that pride with our community. For us to sit idle and simply
respond to calls has proven difficult. We very much look forward to safer times in the future when we can get back to
showing all of you who we are and how we serve. Until then, please know that we’re here and ready to respond. We will
continue to find creative ways to safely engage with our community and will continue to push hard to protect and support
the great people of Lino Lakes.
12 | Lino Lakes NewsletterDNR YOUTH SNOWMOBILE TRAIL WATCH
CERTIFICATION CLASS The Lino Lakes Public Safety Department’s Trail
The Lino Lakes Public Safety Department will be conducting a Watch program is designed to have a proactive
DNR Youth Snowmobile Certification class this year. The class is approach that focuses on crime prevention using
being offered to youth ages 11-15 (certification becomes valid active patrol to keep the Lino Lakes trail systems
at age 12). This training class is an introductory class designed safe. Officers from the Lino Lakes Public Safety
to certify the snowmobile rider in snowmobile operation. Department are out on the trails providing foot
patrol, bike patrol, snowmobile patrol and UTV
Like many things during this pandemic, the classroom portion patrol. The ultimate goal for the trail watch
will be all online and the class will conclude with a 1 day riding program is to keep our parks, wilderness areas,
test on December 19th at 8:00 am. This date is tentative based and trail systems safe and enjoyable for everyone.
upon snow and ice conditions. Details for the online class and
ride test will be provided to each student upon registration
at the Lino Lakes Public Safety Department, 640 Town Center
Pkwy, Lino Lakes, MN 55014. Class is limited to 25 students and
registration closes December 4th at 4:00 PM.
There is a $30.00 class fee
for online materials and a
$5.00 processing fee required
by the Minnesota DNR.
For additional information
regarding the class, or to
sign-up, please contact the
Lino Lakes Public Safety
Department at 651-982-2323.
Lino Lakes Public Safety Department has many
Trail Watch volunteers who provide extra eyes and
ears for our trail system. Our volunteers record
their observations while they are out enjoying our
trails. Volunteers work with our Lino Lakes Police
Officers, Community Service Officers and Police
Reserve Officers. A quick report means a quicker
response by officers. If you want to learn more
about our volunteer program visit our City website.
HELP FIGHT CRIME. Winter is approaching and the city of Lino Lakes
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reports, and more.
going out on the trails, check the weather, dress
appropriately, and check trail conditions. It is
important to stay on designated trails when
traveling. Venturing off of trails on snowmobiles
Download free can result in damage to wildlife habitat, damage to
Lino Lakes private property, trespassing, and accidents. Travel
PSD app at a safe speed and be cautious of pedestrians on
the trails. If you encounter wildlife on the trails,
for remember to stay a respectful distance.
iPhone
or If you observe any type of emergency out on the
Android trails, dial 911 immediately. Remember to stay
calm and try to provide dispatch a description of
the location to the best of your ability. Anonymous
tips can be submitted via text message using the
TIP411 app on your phone. If you need to report
routine maintenance issues, or have questions
regarding the trail systems, contact Officer Sinna at
Lino Lakes
Lino Lakes Public
Public Safety
Safety Dept.
Dept. KSinna@linolakes.us or by phone 651-982-2343.
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SECURITY CAMERA REGISTRY PROGRAM
The Lino Lakes Public Safety Department camera registration program launched last summer to
assist our community and encourage teamwork in a technology driven society.
We want to thank all who have signed up so far and we have had great success with the program. We want to work
with the community by using technology to help make our community safer for residents. We encourage residents and
businesses to register their security cameras in and outside of their home or business within Lino Lakes with the Lino Lakes
Public Safety Department. Some may ask, why would you want to do that?
By registering, you are helping your community with crime
solving. This helps our officers investigate criminal matters
and also gather evidence quickly and efficiently.
The process is very simple to do.
1. Go to: https://linolakes.us/
2. Click on the Public Safety tab
3. Select the forms and permits section
Here you will find a link to register your cameras. The form
asks for your contact information, details about the cameras
such as location, how many, and how long video is stored.
All of this information is kept confidential and stored on a secured folder for police officer and investigator use only. This
does not enable us to remotely access your cameras to view what is on them. This is merely an information tool for us to
use in seeing who has cameras, what kind of cameras, camera capabilities, where they are facing and how many there are
in the event we investigating a crime in your neighborhood.
If a crime occurs in your area, an officer or an investigator
may reach out to you to see if you have footage of the
incident. This program helps residents be involved in a
crime fighting measure and help investigate crimes that
may otherwise go unsolved.
No matter what type of camera system you own; from
a Ring doorbell system to a full security system, we
encourage you to register your camera and be a part of a
great partnership to help fight crime in your community.
For more information on this program please feel free to
visit the Lino Lakes website or contact Officer Hallin at
ahallin@linolakes.us.
14 | Lino Lakes NewsletterBOAT & TRAILER PARKING DON’T FLUSH WIPES!
THEY CLOG PIPES!
Wondering where to park or
store your boat, camper, ATV,
snowmobile, or trailer?
See the answers below. Because they don’t break down the
way toilet paper does, disposable
Can I store my recreational
wipes clog homeowner and
vehicle and/or trailer in the garage or shed? Yes.
municipal sewer pipes, put stress
Can I store my recreational vehicle and/or trailer in on community wastewater collection
my yard? Yes, with the following conditions: and treatment equipment,
• Vehicles are registered to or rented by a resident of the and cause cities to spend
dwelling on such site. thousands on premature
• Vehicles have current registration or license plates as equipment repair and
required by law. replacement. Wipes snag
• Vehicles are 5+ feet away from side and rear lot lines. on any imperfection in sewer
• Vehicles located within front yard areas are confined pipes, catch passing debris and
to designated driveways or appropriately surfaced grease, and create a “ball” that will
parking areas and setback from the street or curb grow to plug the pipe. Lino Lakes
lines with a minimum distance: spends over $12,000 a year to
Street Minimum setback from clear wipes clogged in its lift
Classification curb/pavement line station pumps.
Major Arterial 30 feet
You can help prevent expensive blockages at your home,
Minor Arterial 30 feet
and further down the line. NEVER flush the following
Collector 20 feet items EVEN if they have a flushable label:
Local 15 feet
• Baby wipes • Cleaning pads and cloths
• Vehicles cannot block a city or county trail.
• Flushable wipes • Puppy training pads
• Vehicles are not connected to any water or sewage
disposal system. • Diapers • Wet mopping cloths
• A recreational vehicle or trailer is not used for storage • Flushable toilet
of goods, materials or equipment other than those brushes or pads
items considered to be part of the unit or essential If your sewer backs up, call Lino Lakes Services Department
for its immediate use. at 651-982-2440 Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. If it
Can my recreational vehicle be used as a living quarters is outside of the City Hall hours previous listed, please call
while stored/parked on a residential property? No. Anoka County Dispatch at 763-427-1212.
WHERE CAN I STORE MY GARBAGE?
Confused about where to store your garbage and recycling
bins? Here are the answers to the most common questions.
Can I store garbage and recycling bins in my garage? Yes.
Can I store them behind my house? Yes.
Can I store them on the side of my house? Yes.
Can I store them in or next to a shed? Yes.
Bins can be stored in a shed or alongside a shed.
Can I store them in front of my house? No.
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GEARING UP FOR WINTER
WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS
Winter parking restrictions take place between November 1st – April 1st of each year in Lino Lakes. Parking vehicles on any
public street within the City is prohibited between the hours of 2:00 AM – 6:00 AM in the above time frame. In addition,
parking is not allowed on any public street when 2 inches or more of snow has fallen until the street has been plowed.
Vehicles in violation of the Winter Parking Restrictions may be towed at the owner’s expense and the vehicle owner
could be charged with a petty misdemeanor (See Lino Lakes City Code Chapter 802 Section 6).
What Residents can do to help:
Effective snow removal involves citizen collaboration. Follow the reminders below to help stay safe this winter.
• Keep garbage cans and recycling containers in the • Keep fire hydrants clear and accessible during the winter.
driveway and off roadways and sidewalks. If you have a fire hydrant located near your house, please
• Keep kids toys, sleds, and basketball hoops away from work with your neighbors to keep a cleared path from the
the street. street to the fire hydrants and a cleared 6 feet area around
the fire hydrant. By doing this fire fighters will be able
• Keep snow forts and snow sculptures in the yard and not to easily locate and access the fire hydrant in case of an
close to the street where a plow could topple them over. emergency.
• Keep a minimum distance of 100 feet when encountering • Follow the Winter Parking Restrictions (No vehicles on
snowplows and sand trucks. public streets between November 1 – April 1 between the
• Do not drive into a snow cloud or pass vehicles while hours of 2 AM and 6 AM. Vehicles need to also be removed
they are plowing. from the street if there is an accumulation of 2 inches of
snow outside the hours above).
• Keep snow off the road when shoveling, pushing, or
blowing snow. Putting snow in the street can cause snow • Report issues, such as slippery intersections, potholes,
and ice buildup on the road making conditions hazardous. snow plow damage, etc., using YourGov located on the
City website or by calling the Public Service Department
• Mark the edge of your property with colored or reflective
at 651-982-2440.
stakes to help snowplow operators when plowing.
HELP PROTECT YOUR LAWN AND
SPRINKLER HEADS
It’s not too early to start planning for the winter plowing
season. To help prevent plow damage to your turf and
irrigation heads, it’s very helpful to mark the edge of
the road prior to the first snowfall. Snowplow operators
must often plow the roads when visibility is hampered by
blowing snow, fog, or darkness. These conditions make it
difficult for the operator to gauge where the edge of the
street ends and the turf begins, especially when
there are no existing snowbanks to visually
assist the drivers. Simply mark the edge of
L ATHE the road with 24" high reflective or brightly
AVAIL A colored stakes at about 20 foot intervals.
BLE
Contact
Tim Pay Also, lathe is available FREE of charge for
651-982 n e delivery by contacting Streets Supervisor
-2455
Tim Payne at 651-982-2455.
16 | Lino Lakes NewsletterPLOWING TRAILS
The City of Lino Lakes does its best to
clear trails and sidewalks across the city.
Trails and sidewalks in close proximity to
schools receive higher priority and are
plowed quickly after a snow event. Other
trails are cleared as time allows in the
days following a snow event. Please note
there are a few trails throughout the city
that are left unplowed. If you have any
questions or concerns regarding snow
removal on sidewalks and trails please
contact the Public Services Department
at 651-982-2440.
CITY PLOWING SCHEDULE TRAIL REMINDERS
Snow plowing operations generally commence with accumulations of A few friendly winter reminders while you
two inches or more. Lesser accumulation may also trigger operations are out enjoying the many trails
if they are combined with icy or drifting conditions. To keep traffic Lino Lakes has to offer:
moving, crews first plow streets that connect neighborhoods to
• Unauthorized motorized vehicles and
State and County roads. Plowing operations stop if strong winds and
recreation equipment are not allowed
drifting result in unsafe conditions; plowing resumes when conditions on the trails. This includes, but is not
improve. For evening or overnight accumulations, all available limited to, snowmobiles, ATVs, etc.
workers normally begin plowing streets at 3 AM. For typical snow
falls, it generally takes 7 to 9 hours for our Public Works Department • When walking your pet, please make
to clear the 104 lane miles of City streets. sure to clean-up after them to ensure
everyone can continue to enjoy the trail.
ROAD SALT • If your property is located near a trail
The City of Lino Lakes follows guidelines within the Minnesota Snow please take a moment to check that
& Ice Management Handbook to only apply salt and/or sand on your outdoor landscaping is pruned
and not encroaching onto the trail. Our
curves and intersections on most City streets. Cul-de-sacs and dead
trail maintenance equipment requires
end streets may have few, if any, areas of bare pavement. Excessive
an 8 foot overhead clearance and 1 foot
road salt can be harmful to the environment. Our goal is to limit salt
cleared area around the trail in order to
use, while at the same time, keeping our roadways reasonably safe. properly clear and maintain the trail.
MAILBOX OR SOD DAMAGE • Please be aware of where cars are
parked when parking on the street.
Snowplows must often operate when visibility is hampered by Blocking a trail entrance/exit hinders
blowing snow, fog, or darkness. These conditions make it difficult the Parks Department from properly
for the operator to see the edge of the pavement or curb. To help clearing the snow from the trail. This
prevent sod damage simply mark the edge of the road or curb can result in snow and ice build-up
along the property with two-foot-tall reflective or brightly colored causing entrance/exit of the trails to
stakes placed at about twenty-foot-intervals. Lathe is available free be dangerous.
of charge and can be delivered by contacting Street Supervisor Tim
• Not all trails in Lino Lakes have snow
Payne at 651-982-2455. If your mailbox or sod is damaged by a
removed from them in the winter.
snowplow, please contact Public Services at 651-248-2440 as soon
Please exercise caution when out
as you become aware of the damage to request a repair or submit
enjoying the trails.
your request online by using YourGov.
www.linolakes.us | 651.982.2400 | 17SNOWMOBILING MAPS AVAILABLE
The Anoka County Parks & Recreation Department
works cooperatively with three local snowmobile clubs
and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
to provide scenic snowmobiling opportunities on
designated trails. The Rice Creek Snowmobile Trail
passes through Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional
Park Reserve along designated and well-marked routes.
Maps of snowmobile trails are available through the
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. View an
interactive map available online at https://www.dnr.
state.mn.us/snowmobiling/index.html or stop by the
Public Services window at Lino Lakes City Hall to pick
up a northeast quadrant snowmobile trail map. Trail
maps and information about the trail system can also
be accessed by visiting ricecreektrail.com.
SNOWMOBILE SAFETY TIPS
• Don’t drink alcohol and ride • Always stay on designated snowmobile trails. Venturing
• Never ride alone – Always ride with a friend on another off of trails can result in accidents. Only ride private
snowmobile. This way if one machine is disabled, you property when you have landowners permission.
have another to get help. • Stay on the trail – Trespassing is a major complaint about
• Dress for safety and survival – Always wear a quality DOT snowmobilers and can result in trail closure. Always stay
helmet and face mask. Wear layers of clothing to keep on designated snowmobile trails. Venturing off of trails
warm and dry. Snowmobile suits, bibs, jackets, gloves and can result in accidents. Only ride private property when
mittens should cut the wind, repel water you have landowners permission.
and keep you ventilated. • Riding on ice, lakes, and rivers – It is safest to avoid riding
• Check the weather and trail conditions – Check the weather on lakes and rivers. If you must ride on ice, wear a life
and trail conditions prior to going out. jacket over your outer clothing. Stay on the marked trail
and stay off of ice that has moving water (current) near or
• Carry a first aid, survival, and repair kit. under it - ice in these areas may be thin and weak.
• Slow down –To help avoid accidents, keep your night time • Take a snowmobile safety course – Designed to educate
speed under 40 MPH. Studies have shown speed over the student on basic snowmobile operation, laws and
40 MPH results in over driving your headlights. regulations, and safety.
• Stay to the right – Trespassing is a major complaint about Source: DNR website
snowmobilers and can result in trail closure.
For more information, safety tips, and regulations visit the DNR website:
https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/snowmobiling/index.html
STREET LIGHTS
If you notice street lights not working properly (example: On during the day, off at night, etc.) call the appropriate electric
company for the neighborhood to file a report. Visit https://linolakes.us/street_issues to view the “Street Light Service Map”
to see which company services your area.
Street lights on streets listed below are the only street lights maintained by the City of Lino Lakes. If any of the lights are not
working properly, please report the problem using YourGov or call the Pubic Services Department at 651-982-2440.
• Oakwood Lane • Egret Lane • Blue Heron Drive • Sandhill Drive • Pelican Place • F awn Lane (south of Birch Street)
18 | Lino Lakes NewsletterPROTECT YOUR PETS THIS WINTER
A few reminders to help protect your pets during the
winter holiday season
• Wash the Salt Off
Use pet friendly salt, when possible, when salting your
driveway and sidewalk if you walk your pet on them to
take them out. Reminder to use booties on their feet
or to wash your pet’s feet when you come in from a
long walk outdoors in case they have come into non-
pet friendly salt on the roads that might get lodged
in-between their toes and fur.
• Watch What They Eat
Holiday Food – Holiday guests love to feed a cute pets
however, some foods (like ham, chocolate, grapes, etc.)
can be toxic for animals. Monitor what they are eating
and be aware of the warning signs of the toxic foods
can cause in your pet. Talk with your vet about foods to
avoid and a pet friendly food list.
Antifreeze – It tastes sweet and dogs and some will
readily lick or drink it. Antifreeze is extremely lethal and
just a small amount can be fatal. Keep your dog away
from antifreeze or other harmful chemicals.
Indoor/Holiday Plants – Remember that plants can be
poisonous to pets when ingested. Some of these plants
include festive holiday plants such as Poinsettias and
Holly. Keep this in mind when placing plants around
your house and what your pets will have access to.
• Snow Pile Escape Route Photo credit: Ruffwear.com
Snow piled near fences offers your dog escape routes
that even well trained dogs often can’t resist. When
you clear snow in your yard, pile it away from fences
to prevent your dog from climbing over. Also take a REMINDER FOR SNOWBIRDS
moment to look/scan the area your dog will be in case If you are going to be gone during the winter, please call
drifts have also made an easy escape way for your pet.
City Hall and let us know. When we read your Water Meter
• Snow & Ice Danger and it shows “no consumption”, we could send you a letter
Snow and ice often accumulate on rooftops and if the
that your water meter isn’t working and a repair is needed.
sun is out or as temperatures rise, this accumulation
can slide and injure your dog. If you can’t clear the To avoid this hassle, please let us know before you leave
snow from the roof, keep your dog away from the roof town by contacting Katie Sue, our Utility Billing Clerk at
overhang to prevent injury. Kchristofferson@linolakes.us or by calling 651-982-2412.
• Keep Your Pet Warm
Remember some pets have thick coats to help protect
them from the cold and others do not. If your pet has
short hair consider purchasing a sweater or a jacket for
your pet and remember if it’s too cold for you to be out HOLIDAY LIGHT DISPLAYS
it probably is for your pet as well.
To view a list of Holiday Light Displays going on throughout
• Stay Hydrated the Twin Cities area visit www.familyfuntwincities.com/
Just because the hot summer weather is gone it doesn’t minnesota-holiday-light-displays. This website is all
mean that your pet needs less water. Keeping your
encompassing and residents submit their light display
pet hydrated can reduce dry skin and keep your pet
feeling well. information to the website. For further Holiday Light Display
information visit the Star Tribune or WCCO websites.
We hope you, and all pets, have a happy, healthy, and
safe holiday season. Happy Holidays!
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