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Home My WebLink About2024-07 -- Summer-Fall Summer/Fall 2024 www.corcoranmn.gov Summer/Fall 2024 Corcoran News Consumer Confidence Report Water Quality Annually the City must publish a report on its water quality called the Consumer Confidence Report*. To learn more about the City’s water supply and to view the 2023 report visit: Corcoran Water Reports *Paper copy available at Corcoran City Hall. Connect with Corcoran facebook.com/CorcoranMN facebook.com/CorcoranPDMN @CorcoranMNCity @CorcoranPolice Search: City of Corcoran Minnesota New Interactive Planning Maps Did you know that the City of Corcoran has two new interactive planning maps available? These tools are designed to keep Corcoran residents and community members well informed about local development and zoning information. The Development Updates Interactive Map Allows users to track ongoing and upcoming development projects throughout the city. This map details the location and components of current project proposals, construction sites, and recently completed developments. This map makes it easy to stay up-to date on the development around the city. The Interactive Zoning Map Provides zoning information for specific properties within Corcoran. Whether you are a property owner, prospective buyer, or simply curious about the zoning designations in different areas, this map offers a user- friendly way of accessing this data. Users can search for specific addresses or scroll to the area of interest. How to access these maps 1. Scan the QR Code below or visit corcoranmn.gov 2. Navigate to the “Public Services” tab on the top of the screen. 3. Hover over “Land Use and Development” in the drop-down menu. 4. Click on “City Maps”. 5. On this page there are images of two interactive maps: a zoning map & a development updates map. 6. Click on either image to launch the map in a new browser tab. Development Construction Hours Development construction is occurring in various parts of the City and throughout the 2024 year. Loud and unusual noises associated with construction activities are permitted in Corcoran during the following times: 7 am – 7 pm: Monday—Friday 8 am – 4 pm: Weekends and Federal holidays If you hear loud or unusual construction activity outside these hours, please call complaints into the non-emergency police line at 952-258-5321. Public Works • Page 2 City Updates The Corcoran City Council meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 7 pm at City Hall unless otherwise posted. The following is a recap of a selection of items discussed at meetings since the last newsletter. A full recap can be found by reviewing the approved City Council minutes at www.corcoranmn.gov — Our Government / Council / Minutes. Councilmember Resignation and Replacement On April 5, 2024, Councilmember Schultz resigned from the City Council with an effective date of April 30, 2024. Council declared a vacancy on the City Council on April 11, 2024. As the vacancy occurred prior to first date of candidate filing in the next election cycle, Minn. Stat. 412.02 requires a Special Election to fill the remainder of the term. A Special Election can take place at the next City election, or at one of the uniform election dates outlined in Minn. Stat. 205.10. The next City election is slated for November 5, 2024. The candidate filing period for the November 5 election is July 30 to August 13. When filing for the 2024 election, candidates will have to indicate if they would like to file for the special election seat with the shorter two-year term or if they would like to file for the full four-year Council seat term. At the Council meeting on May 9, 2024, Council appointed Mark Lanterman to the vacant Council seat as an interim councilor. Mr. Lanterman will hold this seat through the canvassing of the General Election in November 2024. Mr. Lanterman has been a resident of Corcoran for over a decade and has recently served as Chair on the Corcoran Planning Commission. Mr. Lanterman received his Oath of Office at the May 21, 2024 Council meeting. Letter From the Mayor Hope everyone is having a nice summer! Whether you are attending one of the many upcoming events in town or stopping by for a Council or Commission meeting, I hope you’ll take the opportunity to say hello and meet some of the new faces around City Hall. First, I’m pleased to announce that former Planning Commission Chair Mark Lanterman has joined the City Council, filling the vacancy created with the recent departure of Councilor Schultz. Additionally, residents Kham Yang, Cecilia Kozicky, and Peter Hargreaves have recently joined the Planning Commission, bringing a wide range of experience and expertise. On staff, Assistant City Administrator Nalisha Williams officially joined the Corcoran team on June 24, and is off to a great - and busy - start! I’m excited to have these talented individuals on board and am confident they will make significant contributions to our community. I’d also like to take a moment to recognize a few employees who have recently reached milestones with the City of Corcoran. Lead Worker Mark Reinking, and Permit Technician Shawna Zuther have both reached their five-year service anniversary with the City. Deputy Director of Public Safety Ryan Burns recently celebrated 30 years with the Corcoran Police Department. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication and hard work for our community – here’s to many more years ahead! Please take a few minutes to read through the rest of this newsletter for the latest community news and other important information. Make sure to mark your calendars for Night to Unite, Country Daze, and the other exciting events in the coming months! For regular updates, follow the City on Facebook (Facebook.com/ CorcoranMN), X (@CorcoranMNCity), and visit our website (corcoranmn.gov). As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or would like to discuss anything further, please feel free to reach out to me directly. I look forward to seeing you soon! Take care, Tom McKee Mayor City of Corcoran For information and updates, visit the City of Corcoran’s website: www.corcoranmn.gov Summer/Fall 2024 Public Safety Page 15 Page 16 General Information Page 9 Page 4 Construction & Permits Environmental Parks & Recreation Page 5 Pages 13-14 www.corcoranmn.gov Pages 6-8 Pages 10-12 Election Information Community • Page 3 Summer/Fall 2024 2024 Corcoran Events Calendar *Meetings may be held by telephone or other electronic means. Visit www.corcoranmn.gov for updates. July 2: Planning Commission Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers July 4: Holiday — City Hall Closed July 11: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers July 11-14: Hamel Rodeo Various Hours — Corcoran Lions Park July 18: Parks & Trails Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers July 25: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Aug 1: Planning Commission Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Aug 6: Night to Unite — City Wide Party 5 pm-9 pm — Public Works Facility Aug 8: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Aug 11: NHPS Summerfest Noon-4:30 pm — Burschville School Grounds Aug 13: Primary Election Day Aug 15: Parks & Trails Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Aug 16-17: Country Daze Various Hours — Corcoran Lions Park Aug 18: St. Thomas Parish Festival 11:30 am-4 pm — St. Thomas Church Aug 22: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Aug 24: NTPA Tractor Pull 7 pm — Corcoran Lions Park Sept 2: Holiday — City Hall Closed Sept 5: Planning Commission Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Sept 7: Demo Derby 7 pm — Corcoran Lions Park Sept 12: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Sept 19: Parks & Trails Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Sept 26: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Subscribe to Future Council Packets Visit Council Agenda Packets and look for the gray BELL icon with Subscribe and follow the prompts. The Corcoran Planning Commission meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7 pm at City Hall unless otherwise posted. The Planning Commission is an advisory board and consists of five regular members, and a City Council liaison that is a non-voting member. The Commission holds public hearings, reviews, and then makes recommendations regarding land use and planning applications to the City Council. Chastek Farm Preliminary Plat, Preliminary PUD, Rezoning (PID 25-119-23-12-0002) (City File 23-034). Trek Real Estate & Development, Inc. submitted an application for a Preliminary Plat, Preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD), and Rezoning of the Chastek Farm located at 7600 Maple Hill Road. The request is to allow the development of 117 single-family for-sale lots on the 38.16-acre site. 101 of these lots would have a width of 55 feet, and the remaining 16 would have a width of 65 feet. The Public Hearing for this item was held during the May 2, 2024, Planning Commission Meeting. Afler some discussion, the Planning Commission recommended approval (5-0) of the application as presented. The applicant requested to remove this item from the May 21, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting. This item is scheduled for the June 27, 2024, Council Meeting. Heather Meadows 3rd Addition Preliminary Plat/OS&P (PIDs 05-119-23-31-0001 & 088- 119-23- 22-0011) (City File 24-002). Mark and Markus Lee, of ML Unlimited LLC, submitted a preliminary plat application to create 12 single-family lots and 2 outlots at 22901 Oakdale Drive. The proposal includes platting the two existing homes on Oakdale Drive and extending Heather Lane southward to plat 10 additional lots. To satisfy the requirements of the Open Space & Preservation density bonuses, this proposal includes the preservation of 44.8-acres of open space in two outlots. The Public Hearing for this item was held during the May 2, 2024, Planning Commission Meeting. Afler some discussion, the Planning Commission recommended approval (5-0) of the application as presented. This item was discussed at the May 21, 2024, Council Meeting, and was tabled to the June 27, 2024, regular meeting. Fairway Shores Villas at Cook Lake Preliminary Plat, Preliminary PUD, Rezoning & Comprehensive Plan Amendment (PID 25-119-23-11-0001) (City File 24-006). Bergeron Development submitted an application for Fairway Shores Villas at Cook Lake, located at PID 25-119-23-11-0001. The application includes a preliminary plat, a preliminary PUD, a rezoning, and a Comprehensive Plan to allow for the development of 75 single family villas. The Public Hearing for this item was held during the May 2, 2024, Planning Commission Meeting. Afler some discussion, the Planning Commission recommended approval (5-0) of the application as presented. Council approved this item at the May 21, 2024, Council Meeting. Rush Creek Reserve 4 (PID 23-119-23-44-0021)(City File 24-011). M/I Homes of Minneapolis submitted applications materials for the final plat and final PUD for Rush Creek Reserve 4. The request is to vacate the drainage & utility easement and to allow the development of 51 villa lots over Outlot F of Rush Creek Reserve 2. City Council approved this item during the May 21, 2024, City Council meeting. Conservation Residential Ordinance Amendment (City File 24-012). The City will process a Subdivision and Zoning Ordinance Amendment as a follow up to the Comprehensive Plan Amendment to create a “Conservation Residential” land use designation processed for the Woodland Hills application. The Comprehensive Plan Amendment has been approved by the Metropolitan Council. Afler the June 6, 2024, public hearing, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval as presented. This item is scheduled for a final decision by the City Council on June 27, 2024. Upward Acres Preliminary Plat (PID 17-119-23-13-0001) (City File 24-015). Skies Limit LLC. submitted an application for a preliminary plat to allow the development of 6 single-family lots at 22625 County Road 10. The public hearing for this item was held during the June 6, 2024, Planning Commission Meeting. Afler some discussion, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the application as presented. This item is scheduled for the City Council meeting on June 27, 2024, for a final decision. Bellwether 10th Addition (PID 12-119-23-21-0074) (City File 24-020). Pulte submitted application materials for a final plat, final PUD, and an easement vacation for Bellwether 10th, which would allow the development of 26 single-family lots. This application is complete for City review and is tentatively scheduled for the July 11, 2024, Council meeting. Shoreland Overlay District Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Citywide) (City File 24-022). Minnesota DNR identified two additional water bodies needed for inclusion within the Shoreland Overlay District in Corcoran. An amendment to Section 1050.020 will be needed to comply with the DNR’s requirements. The public hearing for this item was held during the June 6, 2024, Planning Commission Meeting. Afler some discussion, the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the application as presented. This item is scheduled for the City Council meeting on June 27, 2024, for a final decision. Land Use Applications and Final Plats www.corcoranmn.gov Online Building Permit Submittal The City of Corcoran requires all building permits to be submitted online making interactions more efficient and convenient. Through the online permit portal, residents and contractors can apply for building, plumbing, mechanical, land disturbance and utility permits, check permit status and inspection results, and make electronic payments anytime! The online permit portal requires a one- time account registration for all homeowners and contractors applying for a permit. A step-by-step guide is available online to help with account registration and the online permitting process. To begin the registration process and/or apply for a permit visit Apply For A Permit Several permit checklists and additional permit information and resources are available online under the Construction Services and Inspections web pages to help with your project. Visit Construction Services Inspections Construction Services www.corcoranmn.gov Summer/Fall 2024 • Page 4 Most Requested Building Permit Fees Reroof or Reside $91/ea Windows/Doors (same opening) $91/ea Furnace or A/C Unit Replacement $76/unit Gas Fireplace $76 General Plumbing $51+ Water Heater or Water Soflener $36/unit *Fees include $1 state surcharge. Backflow Devices and Testing For additional information visit: Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry at www.dli.mn.gov What is backflow prevention? When the domestic water supply system is connected to any system that has the potential to pollute or contaminate the building or city water supply, backflow prevention is required. Proper backflow prevention on cross connections can eliminate contaminants from entering our public water supply and prevent contaminated water from entering the plumbing system in your home. Backflow Prevention Testing The 2020 Minnesota Plumbing Code requires that all testable backflow devices be tested upon installation and at least annually thereafler by a certified backflow assembly tester. Backflow devices in residential homes are typically found in lawn irrigation systems and water supply lines for steam or hot water boilers supplied by city water. Property owners are responsible to have these devices tested annually by a State of Minnesota certified backflow prevention tester. Devices installed prior to January 23, 2016 are not required to be tested, however it is a good idea to have them inspected and tested. If you need a tester, search “backflow testers near me” online. Backflow testers are responsible to properly submit test results to the city. Pressure Vacuum Breaker (PVB) Backflow Preventers Used for boiler connections and landscape irrigation systems where the highest outlet is higher than the backflow preventer. All to be tested annually. Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker (AVB) Backflow Preventers Most common to landscape irrigation and other non-pressure potable water connections. All to be tested annually. Reduced Pressure Zone (RP or RPZ) Backflow Preventors For most hazardous potable water connections and some irrigation systems (protection from chemicals, pathogens). All to be tested annually and rebuilt or replaced every five (5) years. Double Check Value (DC) Backflow Preventers Oflen installed on fire suppression systems and fire suppression standpipes. All to be test annually. Responsibility of the owner The owner of the backflow prevention device is responsible for making sure the backflow device is tested upon installation and at least annually thereafler. The owner is responsible for arranging for a backflow device tester to test devices at least annually. Responsibility of the plumbing contractor The plumbing contractor is responsible for informing the building owner of the need to have their backflow devices tested upon installation and at least annually thereafler. Responsibility of the backflow tester • The backflow device tester is responsible for testing the backflow device and tagging it with the testing date, tester signature and backflow certification number. • Written records of testing and maintenance must be maintained and submitted to the city within 30 days following the test. Responsibility of the municipality The municipality is responsible for notifying owners of backflow devices of the need for initial and annual testing of backflow devices. This can be done through the plumber when the plumbing permit is issued. As a condition of the permit, the plumber informs the device owner of the requirement. Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Backflow Prevention Fact Sheet: https://www.dli.mn.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/fs_backflow.pdf Double Check Valve Assembly (DC) Atmospheric Vacuum Breakers (AVB) Pressure Vacuum Breakers (PVB) Reduced Pressure Principle Assembly (RP) • Page 5 Summer/Fall 2024 www.corcoranmn.gov Public Works How often do I need my septic pumped? Septic tanks must be periodically cleaned (pumped) to remove floating scum and sludge that accumulate. If either floating scum or sludge is allowed to enter the soil treatment system (drain field) it will cause expensive and oflen irreparable damage. How oflen to clean a septic tank depends on its size, use, and operating condition. A typical household will calculate a cleaning frequency of one to three years. A septic tank in a northern climate will need to have the solids removed more oflen than a tank farther south. This is primarily because the cooler temperatures inhibit bacterial action and provide less decomposition of the sewage solids. A constant foul odor, slow drains, and drains that back up are all signs your septic tank needs pumping. Contact a qualified septic system professional from the local yellow pages for additional advice. Selling a property with a septic system In Hennepin County, selling your home doesn't require a septic system inspection. By state law you must properly disclose to the buyer information about the septic system. A well-informed buyer will want a thorough inspection and many lenders require a compliance inspection before they issue a mortgage. Contact Hennepin County for septic system questions Hennepin County regulates most septic systems in the county including inspections and enforcement. The program protects ground and surface water and prevents waterborne illness. Contact 612-543-5200 or epi-envhlth@hennepin.us. It’s not just dust! Excerpt of an article “Dust: Don’t Eat It! Control It!” - Road Management & Engineering Journal When you see dust coming up from your roads, you're really seeing dollars thrown to the wind. Road dust is made up of fine particles that are important to the stability of the road. These particles are small enough to pass through a #200 sieve and feel like powder when rubbed between your fingers. When particles blow away, the gravel road begins to break down. Traffic scatters the coarser aggregate, causing potholes, ruts, washboards, loss of profile, loss of ditch lines, and other problems. Wetting the road surface helps to keep dust-related problems in check. Moisture helps particles adhere to each other and to aggregates, allowing for optimum compaction. The trick is to keep the road moist. Calcium Chloride — What is it? Calcium chloride absorbs water vapor from the air and liquid water from the road bed. At 77 degrees Fahrenheit and 75 percent humidity, for example, it absorbs more than twice its weight in water. In addition, calcium chloride solutions attract more moisture to the road than they give up in evaporation. The road remains dense and compact under almost any level of traffic because calcium chloride keeps materials on the road by keeping moisture in the road, even under a burning sun on a sweltering day. Calcium chloride is generally sprayed as a 35 percent solution using a tank truck with a rear-mounted distribution bar that spreads the liquid evenly over the road. One pass will cover an 8 to 12 fl wide road. Two passes are needed on roads 16 to 18 fl wide. As soon as calcium chloride enters a road, it's attracted to negatively charged soil particles, such as clays, which help resist leaching. Calcium chloride may move deeper into the base during wet weather but will rise toward the surface during dry spells. An unpaved road stabilized with calcium chloride retains a moisture. The moisture retained keeps the surface plastic enough so fines can migrate into gaps formed between aggregates under the varying pressure of car and truck traffic. In short, calcium chloride does the following: • Reduces the amount of gravel needed in construction and maintenance • Extends the service life of the gravel-wearing course, decreasing blading and shaping • Controls dust and reinforces stabilization • Helps improve roads when used over time NOTE: Road projects and engineering studies have shown that using calcium chloride reduces the replacement cost of materials up to 80 percent as well as cuts grading costs as much as 50 percent. Applying Calcium Chloride Applying calcium chloride to gravel roads require some precise timing. To begin the process, the roads need to be appropriately graded. Next, the weather needs to cooperate. Assuming the first two steps follow schedule, now the product, calcium chloride needs to arrive on time to coincide with the road preparation. Depending on train schedules and contractor scheduling, there can be delays in receiving the calcium chloride, which may cause a need for grading to be redone on the scheduled gravel road. Your patience is appreciated as the Corcoran Public Works department completes dust control on scheduled collector roads. Road Construction Activity Notice During the road construction throughout the city, we want to remind drivers to not drive around/through barricades. Those that do could be cited per MN State statute 160.2715(a)(14). The barricades are there for a reason and should not be moved. Please follow the detour routes and observe the speed limit on those routes. Plan for extra travel time to reach your destination during any closures. Slow down when going through a work zone to keep the workers safe. These closures are necessary for crews to complete repair work and most of the closures are temporary. For more information on current road construction projects, plans, and studies, visit the MN Department of Transportation website below: MN DOT Construction Projects • Page 6 Summer/Fall 2024 Public Safety www.corcoranmn.gov Summer/Fall Burning Restrictions and Fire Danger For the most up-to-date information regarding current burning restrictions and fire danger around the state, visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR) website at: www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html City Burn Permits The City burn permits are online now for residents to apply for a burn permit. Once you have completed your application, your burn permit will be sent via email and may look like a receipt (See example below). Contact the Police Administrative Office at 763-420-8966, press 0, with any questions. In-person burn permits are still available during business hours only. To apply for a burn permit or for additional information visit the Burning Permits & Guidelines page on our website at: Corcoran Burning Permits & Guidelines. Burn permits are required for any fires larger that three-feet diameter by three-feet in height. Anything smaller than a three-foot by three-foot fire must be a recreational fire. Under normal conditions, burn permits can be purchased for either one month burn period ($10) or six month burn period ($50). Any landowner or resident in Corcoran that does not have a burn permit for a controlled burn or bonfire can be cited or fined. Items approved to burn: vegetative material, such as grass, leaves, brush and untreated lumber. Items not approved to burn: hazardous wastes, demolition debris, motor vehicles, oils, rubber, plastics, chemically-treated materials, sheet rock, paint, garbage, and debris castoff from businesses. You can find the complete list on the city’s website or on the MN DNR’s website at www.dnr.state.mn.us/ forestry/fire. If you require information on alternative methods of disposal of vegetative materials contact the Maple Grove Yard Waste Drop-Off Site at 763-420-4886 or visit www.mgyardwaste.com. Night to Unite 2024 Coloring Contest You can find the Night to Unite coloring contest sheet on page 8. Additional entry coloring sheets can be picked up at the Corcoran City Hall/Police Department, the Corcoran Police Department Facebook page, or printed from the City of Corcoran website at Corcoran Night to Unite 2024. Coloring contest prizes include one of the following: a ride to school in a police car, donuts with a police officer, or a visit at your house from a police officer. All entries submitted by August 6, will be reviewed and winners will be notified via email during the week of August 12-16. • Page 7 Summer/Fall 2024 Public Safety ww Fire Department Information The City of Corcoran contracts with the West Surburban Fire District (Formerly Loretto), the Rogers Fire Department, and the Hanover Fire Department for fire protection services for Corcoran residents. To view the Corcoran map that includes fire department boundaries visit City of Corcoran Fire Protection Services Corcoran Police Administrative Office 763-420-8966 Office Hours 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, M, T, W, F 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM, Thurs. Non-Emergency: 952-258-5321 FOR EMERGENCIES DIAL 911 Night to Unite! is a nationwide event created to strengthen neighborhood and community relationships. The Corcoran Police Department encourages participation in this celebration of community, crime prevention, and strong police/community partnerships. Organizing a party for your neighborhood is easy! Simply complete the online registration at (https://www.corcoranmn.gov/ our_community/events/corcoran_night_to_unite). Register early to receive a party planning box! Neighborhood parties may include anything from large cook outs with games and prizes to small gatherings with root beer floats. Not sure how to start planning your neighborhood party? The City of Corcoran website has many useful party idea links to assist in planning a successful neighborhood party! Join us on August 6, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for a fun-filled night of food, ice cream, bounce houses, firetrucks, and prizes at the city-wide party at the Public Works facility located at 9100 County Road 19 in Corcoran. A strong community builds a foundation for a safe community. Celebrating Night to Unite is a positive way to build and nurture our community. • Page 9 Summer/Fall 2024 Country Daze Bean Bag Tournament The City of Corcoran and the NW Area Jaycees will be teaming up to run the annual doubles bean bag tournament this year at Corcoran Country Daze! The tournament will take place on Saturday, August 17, with check-in at 11 a.m. and games beginning at noon. Teams will pay $40 to play in this double elimination tournament to win CASH prizes. Registration will close on Thursday, August 15, at 11:59 p.m. For more information or to register, visit www.corcoranmn.gov or contact Recreation Supervisor, Jessica Christensen Buck (jchristensenbuck@corcoranmn.gov). Parks and Recreation www.corcoranmn.gov City of Corcoran Welcomes New Staff Fall Baseball Registration It’s time to start thinking about fall baseball! Registration opened to all on Monday, June 17, at 8 a.m., and runs through Sunday, July 21, at 11:59 p.m. (or until filled), and can be completed online (www.corcoranmn.gov). Bats, game balls, and helmets will be provided. Kids should bring their own gloves and water bottles. Registration will be available for t-ball (4-5 years old), coach pitch (6-7 years old), and machine pitch (8-10) years old. T-ball will takes place on Monday nights, coach pitch takes place on Wednesday nights, and machine pitch takes place on Monday and Wednesday nights. The season runs approximately five weeks from mid-late August through the end of September with no games or practices on Labor Day. Volunteer coaches are needed – if interested, be sure to mark that on your child’s registration! Volunteer coaches receive 1 registration refund at the end of the season. City Park Rentals Pavilion: $100 ($90 for residents) (per use/per day) Ballfields/Soccer Fields: $22/hr. (2 hour minimum) Lions Field: $22/hr. (2 hour minimum) (Additional $30 per game for lights) Volleyball Court: $15 (2 hour usage) Residents receive a 10% discount on rentals at City Park. A $350 damage deposit, reservation form, and payment for the reservation is required prior to reservation. For availability and more information, visit Parks and Recreation City Park and/or contact Recreation Supervisor, Jessica Christensen Buck (jchristensenbuck@corcoranmn.gov). Pete Underthun Currently employed as an Investigative Lieutenant with the Crystal Police Department and has 20 years of service with the agency. Pete has served in a variety of roles with the agency including Patrol Lieutenant, Sergeant, Task Force Officer, SWAT Assistant Commander, Investigator, FTO, Traffic Officer, and Explorer Advisor/ Coordinator. Pete is a resident of Albertville where he is raising a family with his wife Angie. They have a son (Will 15yo) and daughter (Lauren 17yo). Lauren is graduating this year and headed off to UW River Falls. Pete enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time at the cabin with his family. They stay busy attending sporting events for Will, who is a baseball player and wrestler. Pete is excited to serve the citizens of Corcoran as a part-time officer and looks forward to building new relationships with a close-knit department and community. Brandon Maurer I joined the City of Corcoran a couple months ago within Public Works. I have enjoyed working within a new town and the challenges that comes with it. I worked at the City of Orono for 7 years and have learned a lot about city infrastructure and the residents within. I’m excited for the future within the City of Corcoran and working with you all. Nalisha Williams I am thrilled to join the City of Corcoran as the Assistant City Administrator. Since beginning this role in June, I have had the opportunity to work with the wonderful staff and acquaint myself with the growing community. I have a Masters Degree in Public Administration and have worked for several cities prior to my tenure here. When I’m not in the office, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. There is a lot happening in Corcoran and I’m excited to be here! • Page 10 Summer/Fall 2024 Wetland Buffers What is a Wetland Buffer? A wetland buffer is an un-mowed vegetated area adjacent to a wetland that protects the wetland from the harmful effects of nearby development. These buffers provide the initial filtering and natural treatment of sediment and other pollutants from runoff of rainwater and snow melt. Buffers can also be used to link wetlands and provide a natural connector for wildlife to move safely from one habitat to another. Studies by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency show that buffers are critical to protecting and restoring water quality and healthy aquatic life, natural stream functions and aquatic habitats. In addition, healthy buffers can add aesthetic value to the landscape around the city. What activity is allowed in the Wetland Buffer? Wetland buffers are intended to have as little interference as possible. To ensure that the buffers function optimally, it is essential to minimize all human interference. Homeowners should avoid the following activities in the buffer areas: • Mowing and Cutting Plants: -Refrain from mowing or cutting plants within the buffer areas. Regular mowing and cutting damages the native vegetation that is vital to the filtering process and habitat protection of wildlife. Letting plants grow naturally helps maintain the ecological balance and functionality of the buffer. • Dumping Yard Waste: -Do not dump yard waste, such as grass clippings, leaves, branches, garden debris, or pet waste in the buffer areas. Yard waste can introduce excess nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, which may lead to water pollution of the wetland. Always use designated yard waste bins for disposal. • Removal of Plants -Avoid removing plants, including weeds, from the buffer areas unless directed by a wetland specialist. Even plants that may seem undesirable play a role in the ecosystem. Removing vegetation can disrupt these functions and destabilize the buffer. Environmental www.corcoranmn.gov Funding and Support for Rural Conservation Projects (Featured articles and images from the Hennepin County Conservation Connection April 2024 Newsletter) Apply for Continuous CRP by July 31, 2024 USDA is now accepting applications for the Continuous Conservation Reserve Program (Continuous CRP). USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) encourages agricultural producers and landowners in Minnesota who are interested in conservation opportunities for their land in exchange for yearly rental payments by considering the enrollment options available through Continuous CRP, which also includes the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) offered by FSA partners. To submit an offer, producers should contact their local USDA Service Center by July 31, 2024, in order to have an offer effective by October 1, 2024. To ensure enrollment acreages do not exceed the statutory cap, FSA will accept offers from producers on a first-come, first-served basis. A producer can both enroll new acres into Continuous CRP and re-enroll any acres expiring September 30, 2024. FSA water quality practices, such as riparian buffers, prairie strips, grassed waterways, and wetlands, will receive an additional 20% incentive. Buffer practices have a positive impact on water quality. Additionally, the Climate-Smart Practice Incentive launched in 2021 is also available in the Continuous signup. For more information, please contact the Wright/Hennepin County FSA office at (763) 682-1982, Extension 2 or via email at mnbuffalo-fsa@usda.gov. Be Stormwater Smart: Know What Happens When It Rains Source: https://www.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater-smart-outreach-tools#usingmaterials Have you ever watched water run down a gutter or pool on the side of the road during a storm? What happens to all the water? Most stormwater—the water from rain and snow— runs over the land and down a storm drain. The water flows through a network of underground pipes and open channels directly to our streams, rivers, and lakes. That’s why keeping stormwater clean is vital to the health of our waterways, community, and even our economy. KNOW WHAT’S IN THE FLOW When water flows off our property afler a storm, what's on our lawns, roads, buildings, and parking lots flows with it. The water that doesn't soak into the ground picks up oil, litter, fertilizer, and other unhealthy items along its way that wind up in our rivers, lakes, and streams. Water pollution can start on your property in ways you cannot see, but that affect your health and the whole community downstream. Watching what we put in our storm drains and on our property makes our rivers, lakes, and streams cleaner, healthier, and more enjoyable. And by investing in solutions to manage stormwater, we help make our community a safer, greener, healthier, and more enjoyable place to live. www.corcoranmn.gov Summer/Fall 2024 • Page 11 Mosquito Control Culex Pipiens Culex is the genus of mosquitoes in Minnesota that are most likely to carry pathogens that lead to West Nile virus, the most common mosquito- borne disease in our state. Culex species lay their eggs directly on standing water in rafls; their larvae commonly found in containers, waste tires, and catch basins. Aedes Vexans The Aedes exans mosquito is the most common species found throughout the majority of the summer in Minnesota. This species known as the "summer floodwater mosquito" lays its eggs individually on moist soil on the edges of ponds, swamps, and other wetland habitats. Aedes vexans are annoying (vexan comes from the Latin vexāre which means "to harass or annoy") but they don't carry diseases that impact humans. Coquillettidia perturbans The "cattail mosquito" gets its name because of a unique trait that makes it the only mosquito of its kind in our state. Unlike the floodwater or container-breeding species who remain as larvae for a few days before emerging from the water, cattail mosquitoes spend all winter as larvae attached to the root of cattails and other vegetation to breathe. Aedes Triseriatus Ochlerotatus triseriatus or Aedes triseriatus is more commonly known as the “tree hole mosquito” because that's the type of habitat where its larvae is commonly found. This species lays its eggs in the type of dark, warm, murky water that can be found in tree holes, waste tires, and other natural containers. Info from the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District. Please visit their website at mmcd.org for more information on mosquitoes and mosquito control. Environmental Bee Pollination and Why is it Important? All Info from the University of Minnesota Bee Lab: https://beelab.umn.edu/ Among all pollinators, bees are unique. In addition to sipping nectar to fuel their own flight, they are one of the few animals to actively gather large amounts of pollen (and hence inadvertently move pollen flower to flower) to feed themselves. More than one- third of the world’s crop species such as alfalfa seed, sunflower, and numerous fruits and vegetables depend on bee pollination, an ecological service valued in North America at $20 billion a year. In North America beekeepers continue to experience high colony losses (30-40% loss). At the same time, the amount of crop acreage requiring bee pollination is at an all time high. The cereal grains that make up the largest part of our diets, such as corn, rice and wheat, are wind pollinated, but crop declines in the most nutritious—and arguably, most interesting—parts of our diet like fruit, vegetables, and alfalfa for meat and dairy production, are possible. Rich in protein, the pollen of many plant species serves as the principal food source for developing bee larvae. While honey bees pollinate most of our crops, other bees are also important pollinators. In addition to crops, the majority of wild flowering plants are dependent on bees and other insects for pollination. These flowering plants, in turn, support countless animals, as well as ecosystem functions such as water filtration and soil nutrient retention. Maintaining bee biodiversity is crucial for long term ecosystem health. Wild bees are important pollinators of many fruits and wild flowers. The best way to provide nests for native bees is to provide undisturbed areas where they can make their own nests. Some key elements to provide are standing, dead stems, downed logs, brush piles, and most importantly, undisturbed ground (both bare and covered with thatch). Flowering plants provide pollinators like bees and butterflies with essential pollen and nectar. When it comes to planting, the most important pieces of any pollinator garden are providing a diverse array of blooming flowers, making sure to have something blooming from early spring through fall, and keeping your plants free of pesticides, fungicides, and insecticides. Pesticides include insecticides, fungicides and herbicides. Insecticides are designed to kill insects and depending on formula and concentration can be harmful or fatal to bees and other beneficial insects. Fungicides may have detrimental effects on bee nutrition if they destroy beneficial yeasts and microorganisms in bees’ guts. Herbicides kill the weedy flowers that provide nectar and pollen for bees. There are many questions we still need to answer about bees and you can contribute to efforts to gather data to answer these questions. Visit the following link for more details: https://beelab.umn.edu/collect-data Actions to Help Bees You can take the following steps to help bees: Organics recycling is another opportunity to significantly reduce trash. About one-third of what we throw away is organic material, such as food scraps and non-recyclable paper. Recycling Statutes were introduced to Minnesota in the early 2000’s through State legislation, with implementation of those laws by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) over the last 20 years. Hennepin County amended Ordinance 13 in 2018 to include organic material in the scope of regulated recyclables offering cities three options for compliance: 1. The city provides an organic recycling drop-off site for residents to use (only an option for cities less than 10,000). 2. The city contract with a single hauler to provide curbside organics recycling collection for all residents. 3. The city require all haulers to provide curbside organics recycling to residents, when requested. The organics recycling fee may vary from hauler to hauler. In January 2022, to stay in compliance with Hennepin County and the MPCA organics recycling requirements, the city implemented an ordinance requiring all solid waste haulers to be licensed, and a requirement that all solid waste haulers offer organics recycling to residents in Corcoran. At the January 11, 2024, Council meeting, it was brought to staff’s attention community members were billed for organics collection by their solid waste service provider, though residents had not signed up to participate in organics recycling. Staff investigated the issue and learned some customers had requested organics recycling service, and those who did not sign up were charged because of requirements under Minnesota State Statute § 115A.93 subd. 3(c) which states, “A licensing authority shall prohibit mixed municipal solid waste collectors from imposing a greater charge on residents who recycle than on residents who do not recycle”. At the March 28, 2024, Council meeting, Hennepin County Composting and Organics Recycling Specialist Kira Berglund, Alison Cameron from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), and Matt Herman from Republic presented on organics recycling to help City Council members and residents better understand the requirements of County Ordinance, State Statute, and the expectations of licensed service providers. At the April 11, 2024, Council meeting, a public hearing was held regarding organics recycling. Council reviewed the three options available and directed staff to amend Chapter 117 of City Code, and to establish a citywide organics recycling collection site in order to remain in compliance with the recent state and county requirements. With the amended Chapter 117 of City Code in place, all residents now have an option to recycle their organics at the citywide organics collection site at the north-end of the City Hall parking lot. The amended City Code Chapter 117 offers a temporary exclusion from citywide curbside organics, and removes the requirement for solid waste haulers to offer organics recycling. Once Corcoran reaches a specific population threshold (currently 10,000), solid waste haulers must charge all customers (to comply with Minnesota State Statute § 115A.93 subd. 3(c) which states, “A licensing authority shall prohibit mixed municipal solid waste collectors from imposing a greater charge on residents who recycle than on residents who do not recycle”). City Organics Collection Site Effective May 1, residents may contact the City Hall front office at 763-420-2288 to sign up and begin participating in the organics recycling program. For a list of licensed solid waste haulers, please visit www.corcoranmn.gov. • Page 12 Summer/Fall 2024 Hennepin County Healthy Homes and Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Hennepin County administers a program through HUD Healthy Homes and Hennepin County’s Lead Safe grant program initiative that offers lead-based paint removal grants and funding for other health or safety hazards such as mold, radon, pests, and other allergy and asthma trigger mitigation. The County also administers a program that offers low or no-interest loans for home repairs and accessibility improvements. These programs have income limits and other eligibility requirements. For more information or to see if you qualify, complete the intake form on Hennepin County’s website: https://www.hennepin.us/residents/ property/home-repairs or contact Hennepin County Healthy Homes at: healthyhomes@hennepin.us or by phone: 612-543-4182. www.corcoranmn.gov Organics Recycling In Corcoran Be a responsible pet owner and scoop that poop! Being a pet owner comes with many responsibilities, and let’s be honest, they aren’t all fun! Even though picking up pet waste is not anyone’s favorite task, it is undoubtably better than swimming in it. Pet waste that isn’t picked up washes into nearby storm drains in the street and directly into our lakes, rivers, and streams with no filtering… EW! This waste adds excess nutrients into the water, which can cause algae blooms and make water unpleasant or unsafe for swimming in the summer. Pet waste also pollutes the water with harmful bacteria such as E. coli. Bacteria in the water can cause beach closures and transmit diseases that threaten the health of people, pets, and wildlife. This is why picking up your pet waste, though it can seem insignificant, is a big deal. Not only does it make you a responsible pet owner, but it helps protect water quality and public health. Not to mention, it’s the law. Help keep our waters safe for swimming and fishing this summer by scooping that poop! Learn more at: westmetrowateralliance.org/pet-waste. North Hennepin Pioneer Society Summerfest 2024 Date: August 11, 2024 Time: Noon to 4:30 p.m. Location: 22995 County Road 10, Corcoran Mark your calendars for August 11, 2024, for the North Hennepin Pioneer Society Annual Summerfest at the Burschville School. Welcoming BSQ’s BBQ-Bryan Swanson “Pitmaster”, a new food service truck at the event! This will mark 130 years since the One -Room School opened for students and 29 years of Summerfest fun. The Pioneer Society invites alumni, family, friends, and people interested in local history to Summerfest. The Society will host the event with the help from area businesses. The school will be open for visitors and there will be many outdoor activities. Featured activities will be entertainment from a live band, free face painting by Encore Entertainment, kids’ games, door prizes and raftfe prizes, antique cars from a local club, flea market, plus the famous “BSQ’s BBQ wagon” cooked and grilled by Bryan. Funds collected at Summerfest help keep up the expenses of insurance, painting, utilities, maintenance, and lawn mowing. Last year, the flooring structure was updated and reinforced. The process was completed afler sanding and varnishing the oak floor in May of 2023. It really shines now. Funds are needed for the next project of repairing the water damage in the bell tower, which will help prevent damage to the new floor. Additionally, the Society is continuously seeking historical documents, photographs, or items you may have for donation or to copy. They are also seeking voluntary help for the grounds upkeep, building maintenance labor, and monetary donations to help with the expenses. NHPS is a 501 © (3) non-profit organization. Interested in becoming a member? Yearly Membership is: $15 per person, $25 per couple. Please call Bonnie at: 763-639-1438 or Verneal at: 763-498-8677 for more information or email us at: CorcoranSchool1894@gmail.com. Community • Page 13 Summer/Fall 2024 www.corcoranmn.gov St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Festival Date: Sunday, August 18, 2024 Time: 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Location: St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 20000 County Road 10, Corcoran, MN Join in a day of family fun that includes a delicious turkey dinner, DJ music, kids area, inflatables, face painting, bingo, lawn games, beer tent, cake walk, bake sale, farmer's market, silent auction, cash raftfe, and much more! Masses will be held before the festival at 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. For questions, contact Cate Dugan at 612-558-5500 or catedugan@gmail.com. For more information, visit: https://www.churchofstthomas.org/parish-festival Corcoran Lions Scholarship Award Ceremony Congratulations to the 2024 Corcoran Lions Scholarship recipients, who were honored at the 36th Annual Scholarship Award Ceremony at Hope Community Church on May 7, 2024. Since 1989, Corcoran has given 986 scholarships to students that live in Corcoran, totaling $628,700. This year there were 15 recipients. Back row (Left to Right): Lion Dave Poppler— President of Corcoran Lions, Nathan Woodward— Rockford High School, Avery McCallum—Buffalo High School, Thomas Botkin—Maple Grove High School, Chase Evans-Rockford High School, Lucas Grahek-Buffalo High School, Lion Jerry Cain- Chairman of Corcoran Scholarships Front row (Left to Right): Caleb Anderson—Buffalo High School, Samual Heitke—Rockford High School, Ava Bosacker—Maple Grove High School, Mae Weiss—Rockford High School, Hanna Menth—Rockford High School, Annie Pennings—Rockford High School, Elizabeth Smith—Rockford High School Not Present: Rachel Kariniemi—Buffalo High School, Kaline Merges—Buffalo High School, Henry Rolf—West Lutheran High School. Corcoran Lions presented Chase Evans from Rockford with the 15th annual Bill and Charlotte Schalo Memorial Community Service Scholarship. Chase has been volunteering for many years in our Corcoran Community, including helping with the Kiddie Carnival at Corcoran Country Daze, as well as assisting in the set up and tear down of the music main stage. When volunteering, he also supported our community and raised money for the Rockford High School Track and Field program. Chase also has volunteered for years at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish Festival. This event helps raise funds to support faith formation programs. Lions Club is an organization that services and helps build communities through events, donations, and assistance. The Lions make donations to many organizations in our community, which includes the police and fire fighters and city hall. Their goal is to encourage new members to come join us and build friendships and promote events held at the Corcoran Lions Park. If you are interested in becoming a Lions Member, email jerryjcain@gmail.com or stop by one of our meetings held at Corcoran Lions Park 7 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Newly finished floor Community • Page 14 Summer/Fall 2024 www.corcoranmn.gov Hamel Rodeo — July 11-14, 2024 Mark your calendars for the 2024 Hamel Rodeo taking place at Corcoran Lions Park July 11-14. Come out and enjoy five action-packed performances featuring bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing, and the spine-tingling Bull Ridin’ Bonanza...PLUS a specialty act featuring Tomas Garcilazo. For more information visit: https://www.hamelrodeo.org/ Location and Dates: Corcoran Lions Park 19101 County Road 10 Thursday, July 11 — 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 12 — 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13 (Family Day Matinee) — 1 p.m. Saturday, July 13 — 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 14 (Hamel Lions Rodeo Parade) — 2 p.m. in Uptown Hamel Sunday, July 14 — 7:30 p.m. Corcoran Country Daze — August 16-17, 2024 The annual family favorite event in Corcoran is back for another year! The 21st Annual Country Daze will take place at the Corcoran Lions Park August 16-17, and will feature live music, a beanbag tournament, petting zoo, inflatables, car and tractor show, crafl fair, fireworks and so much more. Saturday is Country Daze Kid’s Day and will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and all activities are free, so come early and stay all day! Headlining this year’s Country Daze are Dylan Scott on Friday and Gary Allan on Saturday! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of country music magic with these phenomenal artists as well as their supporting acts. Secure your tickets now to experience their captivating performances live! For concert details and to purchase tickets, visit: tickets.corcorancountrydaze.org/tickets Jaycees Looking For New Members The Jaycees are looking for NEW Members. Would you like to have a high impact with easy commitment? They are looking for motivated individuals who are interested in giving back to the community. As a Jaycees member, you get to decide where to focus efforts and energy, and which groups in the area to support. It is fun, it is easy, and it is something that cannot be done alone! Without active members, the Jaycees would not be able to support many of the events or groups that the community has come to love in the area. Interested in learning more about membership? Reach out here: https://www.nwareajaycees.org/contact-us Corcoran Lions Events Sponsored by the Corcoran Lions 2024 Fall NTPA Tractor Pull August 24, 2024 This event features some local drivers and drivers from the National Circuit. The Corcoran track is known on the NTPA circuit as one of the best tracks in the Midwest! See the BIG BOYS from the National Circuit and ENJOY the fun, excitement, and horsepower! Gates Open: 5 p.m. Tractor Pull Begins: 7 p.m. Cost: $20.00 (13 Years and Older) FREE (Kids Ages 12 and Under) FREE Parking 2024 Fall Demo Derby September 7, 2024 Gates Open: 5 p.m. Demo Derby Begins: 7 p.m. Cost: $20.00 (13 Years and Older) FREE (Kids Ages 12 and Under) FREE Parking All events located at Corcoran Lions Park. For more information visit: www.corcoranlions.org West Suburban Fire District Open House Date: September 21, 2024 Time: 4 p.m.— 8 p.m. Location: Station 2 - 92 Hamel Road, Hamel, MN 55340 Freewill donation pork dinner There will be several activities such as fire truck rides, bounce houses, face painting, spray house, CPR training, and fire prevention handouts. Election Registration Information Voter Registration is required prior to casting your ballot. To register, complete a Minnesota Voter Registration Application by mail, in person, or online at mnvotes.org. You may also register on Election Day at your polling place with required information to prove your residency. To register, you must be: • A U.S. citizen. • At least 18 years old on Election Day. • A resident of Minnesota for 20 days. • Not currently incarcerated for a felony conviction. • You can vote while under guardianship unless a judge specifically has revoked your right to vote. • You cannot vote if a court has ruled that you are legally incompetent. *If you have moved, changed names, or haven't voted within four years, you must update your registration by completing a new registration application. Absentee Voting Absentee Vote via Mail If you are unable to vote in person at City Hall, visit sos.state.mn.us/elections- voting/ to complete the absentee ballot application process online. If you’re unable to complete the application online, you can pick up an application at Corcoran City Hall or call 763-400-7029 to request an absentee ballot application be sent to you. Upon receipt of completed and signed application, your absentee ballot will be sent via Hennepin County. Election Information on the City of Corcoran Website Additional election information is available on the City’s website. You can find this section under General Election Information • Page 15 Summer/Fall 2024 www.corcoranmn.gov Election Information Primary Election Dates Jun 28: Absentee voting begins Jul 23: Last day to Pre-Register to vote for the Primary (Registration on Election Day available) Aug 10: City Hall open from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm for absentee voting Aug 12: City Hall open until 5:00 pm for in-person absentee voting Aug 13: Primary Election day, polls open from 7:00 am – 8:00 pm General Election Dates Sept 20: Absentee voting begins Oct 15: Last day to Pre-Register to vote for the Election (Registration on Election Day available) Nov 2: City Hall open from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm for absentee voting Nov 3: City Hall open from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm for absentee voting Nov 4: City Hall open until 5:00 pm for in-person absentee voting Nov 5: General Election day, polls open from 7:00 am – 8:00 pm For more information on elections contact Linda Canton, Administrative Assistant via email at lcanton@corcoranmn.gov or 763-400-7031 or visit sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/. To find your polling location visit: https:// pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us/. POLLING LOCATIONS Precinct 1: St. Thomas the Apostle Church 20000 County Road 10, Corcoran, MN 55340 Precinct 2: Hope Community Church 19951 Oswald Farm Road, Corcoran, MN 55374 Precinct 3: Corcoran City Hall 8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340 8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340 General Information • Page 16 Summer/Fall 2024 City of Corcoran Front Desk — 763-420-2288 Police Department Front Desk — 763-420-8966 Construction Complaints (Outside of construction hours) 952-258-5321 City Administrator Jay Tobin 763-420-2288 jtobin@corcoranmn.gov City Website www.corcoranmn.gov City Council Tom McKee, Mayor tmckee@corcoranmn.gov Jon Bottema, Councilor jbottema@corcoranmn.gov Mark Lanterman, Interim Councilor Special election — November 5, 2024 Jeremy Nichols, Councilor jnichols@corcoranmn.gov Dean Vehrenkamp, Councilor dvehrenkamp@corcoranmn.gov City of Corcoran meetings can be viewed via video links at www.corcoranmn.gov. Corcoran News is published quarterly by the City of Corcoran to update residents and businesses on city government news. www.corcoranmn.gov Monthly Utility Bills The city offers online account viewing and e-payment options via www.invoicecloud.com/corcoranmn. You will need your account number in order to access your utility account or pay your bill online. Your account number can be found on the upper right-hand side of your bill. You may also pay via cash or check at City Hall. Residents and business can place payments and utility service applications in the outdoor drop box located by the main entrance of City Hall at any time or at the front desk during business hours. Visit www.corcoranmn.gov — Pay Bills to view, pay or login to your utility billing account. Questions? Contact utilitybilling@corcoranmn.gov or call 763-420-2288 and select Option 1. 2024 Elections Poll Finder If you need more information during this upcoming election season about the district you live in, your representatives, or your polling location, the Minnesota Secretary of State website is a great resource. By visiting the following link, https://pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us/, you will have the opportunity to find your polling place (where you vote, map, and directions), districts for your precinct (including maps), your next election, and the list of candidates (candidates and questions on the ballot at your next election, when available). Yard Waste Drop Off Site Maple Grove Yard Waste Site 10300 Maple Grove Parkway Maple Grove, MN 55369 763-420-4886 info@mgyardwaste.com Maple Grove, Champlin, Brooklyn Park, Dayton, Brooklyn Center, Crystal, and New Hope residents at no charge. Rogers residents need a City Hall issued permit to dump. General public may have fees — call first for fees. Open Apr 1– Nov 30 Monday- Saturday 8 a.m. — 7 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. — 7 p.m. For more information, visit: https://www.mgyardwaste.com/