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Home My WebLink About2023-10 -- Fall-WinterHomestead Deadline December 31 The homestead classificatfon applies to propertfes owned, and physically occupied by the owner(s) as the principal place of residence. Classificatfon as a homestead may qualify the property for a reduced classificatfon rate, a reduced taxable market value, a property tax refund, and/ or other special program eligibility. The deadline to apply for 2024 homestead status is December 31, 2023. Apply online or complete a paper applicatfon at www.hennepin.us/ homestead. Mail your completed applicatfon with a copy of your deed to: Hennepin County Assessor 300 S 6th Street, A-2103 Minneapolis, MN 55487 Questions? Hennepin County Assessor Email: ao.programs@hennepin.us Phone: 612-348-3046 Delinquent Assessments All delinquent utflity bills, including water and sewer, recycling and property maintenance charges are subject to certfficatfon to Hennepin County for collectfon as part of the 2023 taxes payable in 2024. Additfonal late charges and fees will be added to the delinquent amount if not paid by the date stated on the Late Bill Notfce. On Thursday, November 9, a public hearing will be held on the assessment of delinquent fees at 7 pm at Corcoran City Hall. The last day to make a payment for delinquent charges is November 15, 2023, as the City will finalize the certfficatfon process of delinquent charges and fees on this date. Fall/Winter 2023 CORCORAN NEWS Fall/Winter 2023 Hackamore Road Improvement Project Since 2020, the citfes of Medina and Corcoran have been studying and planning for a roadway reconstructfon and restoratfon project along Hackamore Road. This planning process took into account projected traffic volumes and potentfal future development in this area. Improvements include widening the road with paved shoulders, dedicated turn lanes at existfng and proposed intersectfons, signal improvements at County Road 116, as well as improvements to stormwater management. Final plans and bidding were completed, and constructfon has begun and will contfnue into next year. Construction Activities Update on September 22, 2023 In Phase B, between Pinto Drive/116 and Hunter Road, there will be roadway grading and sub-cutting beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 26. For roughly two weeks, residents will see an excavator and many trucks lining up to haul away material and then return with sand to place in the new roadway. Here is what this means for residents: • The tight closure will be placed on the west side of Hunter Road and be located between that point and Pinto Drive/116. Drivers can get out from Hackamore Road onto Brockton Lane/101 (going east), instead of on Pinto Drive/116. • Hunter Road residents, please use Brockton Lane for access in and out. The construction signage will change to reflect this information. • Hackamore Circle and adjacent Hackamore Road residents will have access, though there may be delays. Depending on where the roadway work is taking place, the access direction may change, so please watch closely for signage or direction from the contractor. • The barricades at Zinnia Trail, Bergamot Drive, and Steeple Chase Lane will remain closed. In Phase C, west of Pinto Drive/116, storm sewer installations began in September. • A full/partial closure will be placed on Hackamore Road on the west side of Pinto Drive/116. Depending on where the contractor is working, Hackamore Road will either be fully closed for periods of time or have a partial closure with a passable vehicle lane. • For residents in either the Foxberry Drive or Medina Lake Road neighborhoods, there will be barricades placed at the intersections of Hackamore Road. Access to Hackamore Road will be closed, so please use southerly access routes. For residents west of Medina Lake Road, please use other routes including the detour to the north. There may be access along Hackamore Road to Pinto Drive/116, but this could be limited and/ or delayed. www.corcoranmn.gov Future project scheduling for Phase C includes roadway grading and sub-cutting in mid-October. View the project phasing map at http://hackamore.medinamn.us/. For project inquires or comments, please contact the Hackamore Road Improvement Project Communicatfons Team. Email: hackamore@wsbeng.com For the most up-to-date informatfon on the project, visit http://hackamore.medinamn.us/ Permits & Elections • 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 selectfon of items discussed at meetfngs 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. Charter Commission On August 22, 2023 the Charter Commission met in a special meetfng, and discussed the following: Wards—The Commission discussed research that was pulled together by Commissioner Tucker and plans to further discuss benchmarks related to wards at their upcoming meetfng. Mayoral Term—The Commission discussed the potentfal of changing the Mayor’s term from a two-year term to a four-year term. Staff were direct to work with the city attorney to drafl a charter commission amendment and present the idea to Council in September. Parks and Trails Commission Open Seat The Parks and Trails Commission has an open seat available effectfve September 12, 2023. Applicatfons accepted through October 18, 2023. For more informatfon about the City of Corcoran Commissions, please click on the link below: www.corcoranmn.gov/our_government/commissions Recognition At the August 24, 2023 Council Meetfng: -Paula Steelman was recognized for her 15 years of service with the City of Corcoran. -Night to Unite 2023 Partfcipants and Donors were recognized City Administrator Search The job postfng and applicatfon for the City Administrator positfon was posted online in August. As the search process contfnues, Council approved an amended tfmeline with candidate selectfons scheduled for October 12, 2023 and interview selectfons to begin on November 6, 2023. Public Hearing On August 24, 2023 Council held public hearings and adopted an ordinance regulatfng cannabis, edible cannabinoids, and drug paraphernalia as well as an interim moratorium ordinance as related to high potency cannabis projects. Corcoran Water Tower On October 27, 2022 the City Council approved construction of the City’s first water tower to be built on the south side of 19951 Oswald Farm Road next to Hope Community Church. Excavation for the water tower’s foundation began in late May/early June. Initial erosion control measures and excavation activities are in progress with a significant amount of work to be completed on the tower foundation before the structure can be erected. The facility is projected to be completed and operational by the end of 2024. Northeast Water Treatment Facility The Northeast Water Treatment Facility is a City-initiated project and coincides with construction of the City's first Water Tower. Excavation work began in early June and is projected to be completed and operational by the end of 2024. The Northeast Water Treatment Facility is located at 10120 County Road 116, just north of Hunters Ridge Road. For information and updates on all of these projects and more visit the City of Corcoran’s Planning website: https://www.corcoranmn.gov/public_services/ planning_and_zoning/project_updates. Fall/Winter 2023 Pages 7-8 Public Safety Environmental Pages 13-15 Events & Community Page 16 General Information Page 9 Page 4 Budget & Levy Parks & Recreation Page 10 Public Works Pages 5-6 Pages 11-12 www.corcoranmn.gov • Page 3 Fall/Winter 2023 2023 Corcoran Events Calendar *Meetfngs may be held by telephone or other electronic means. Visit www.corcoranmn.gov for updates. Oct 5: Planning Commission Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Oct 12: City Council Work Session and Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Oct 19: Parks & Trails Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Oct 26: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Nov 2: Planning Commission Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Nov 6: Special Council Meeting City Administrator Interviews Nov 9: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Nov 10: Holiday — City Hall Closed Nov 16: Parks & Trails Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Nov 20: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Nov 23-24: Holiday — City Hall Closed Dec 7: Planning Commission Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Dec 18: City Council Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Dec 21: Parks & Trails Meeting 7 pm — Council Chambers Dec 25-26: Holiday — City Hall Closed Subscribe to Future Council Packets Visit www.corcoranmn.gov — Our Government / Council / Agenda Packets and look for the gray BELL icon with Subscribe and follow the prompts. Contact Michelle Friedrich at mfriedrich@corcoranmn.gov with any questfons. 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-votfng member. The Commission holds public hearings, reviews, and then makes recommendatfons regarding land use and planning applicatfons to the City Council. Hope Community Sketch Plat (PID 11-119-23-14-0003) (City File No. 22- 074) Applicatfon submitted a concept plan for a proposed residentfal and mixed-use development on the propertfes surrounding Hope Community Church. The concept includes medical offices, retail space, market rate apartments, townhomes, senior villas, and some assisted living units. The Council authorized EAW distributfon at the May 25, 2023, regular meetfng. The comment period for the EAW concluded on July 6 and the Council accepted the Notfce of Decision at the July 27, 2023 Regular Meetfng. Red Barn Pet Retreat (PID 01-119-23-44-0045) (City File No. 23-008) Applicatfon submitted for the expansion of Red Barn Pet Retreat for a site on the Northwest corner of Stfeg Road and County Road 101. This applicatfon includes a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, Conditfonal Use Permit, Variance, and a Site Plan. The Public Hearing for this item was held during the September 7, 2023, Planning Commission Meetfng. Afler some discussion, the Planning Commission recommended approval of this item with the additfonal requirement that the applicant transitfon to municipal water and sewer once available. This item is scheduled for the September 28, 2023, Council Meetfng. Heidecker Garage (PID 22-119-23-42-0009) (City File No. 23-009) Applicatfon submitted for a Conditfonal Use Permit and an Interim Use Permit to construct a detached garage of 1750 square feet on the property at 7985 Eagle Ridge Road. The IUP will allow for storage of business equipment within the structure. Afler the Public Hearing on July 6, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the Conditfonal Use Permit and the Interim Use Permit. This item was approved at the July 27, 2023, Council meetfng. Bennett Garage CUP (PID 05-119-23-34-0019) (City File No. 23-014) Applicatfon submitted for a Conditfonal Use Permit for a detached garage with sidewalls exceeding 10 feet in height in the front yard of 10208 Hage Drive. Afler the Planning Commission’s recommendatfon for approval at the August 3, 2023, meetfng, the Council approved the CUP at the August 24, 2023, regular meetfng. Sunram IUP (PID 26-119-23-21-0006) (City File No. 23-015) Applicatfon submitted for an Interim Use Permit to allow staging and stockpiling soil for constructfon projects at 20305 County Road 50. The Public Hearing for this item was held during the September 7, 2023, Planning Commission Meetfng. Afler some discussion the Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the IUP request with the additfon of a 35-foot maximum stockpile height. This item is scheduled for the September 28, 2023, Regular Meetfng. Corcoran Storage II (PID 31-119-23-33-0001) (City File No. 23-016) Scherber and Associates, LLC., applied for a Site Plan, Conditfonal Use Permit, Variance, and a Rezoning to allow a 6-building storage facility at 23730 Highway 55. The applicant requested the Council to table this item at the August 24, 2023, regular meetfng, and return at the September 28, 2023, Council Meetfng. Kariniemi/Jensen Concept Plan (PID 11-119-23-21-0002) (City File No. 23-018) Applicatfon submitted for a concept plan for a proposed Open Space and Preservatfon plat subdivision at 20400 County Road 30. The concept consists of 16 single-family lots ranging from 1-2.2 acres and a 52.4-acre outlot. The applicant received Council feedback at the July 27. Since the July 27, 2023, regular meetfng, the applicant has submitted more material for review. This item is scheduled to return to the City Council at the September 28, 2023, regular meetfng. South Fork Village Concept Plan (PID 01-119-23-44-0046) (City File No. 23-020) Fenway Land Company submitted a concept plan for an apartment complex on the Martfn property, located on the southwest corner of Stfeg Road and County Road 101. The concept includes a 100-unit market rate apartment, and an outlot that would allow the development of 1-2 retail/commercial spaces along Stfeg Road. This item is stfll being reviewed for completeness but is expected to be reviewed by the City Council at the September 28, 2023, regular meetfng. Accessory Structure Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Citywide) (City File 23- 021) Afler some discussion at the August 24 Council Meetfng, Council directed staff to bring forward an amendment to Sectfon 1030.020 of the Zoning Ordinance to allow flexibility from the eave and overhang requirements on new accessory buildings to match legal nonconforming structures on the property. This item is scheduled for the October 5, 2023, Planning Commission meetfng. Land Use Applications and Final Plats www.corcoranmn.gov • Page 4 Fall/Winter 2023 www.corcoranmn.gov 2024 Revenue by Category 2024 Expenditure by Category A L LO C AT I O N O F TA X D O L L A R S The median estfmated market value of a home in Corcoran is $505,700. The City taxes on a home of that value using the projected tax rate is $2,128 per year or about $177 per month. The chart below shows where the $2,128 is allocated based upon the overall percentage of City expenditures (Amounts are rounded and are subject to change). Item Annual Cost Cost Per Month Police $532 $44 Fire $128 $11 Other Public Safety* $170 $14 Public Works/Rec/Parks $532 $44 General Government $382 $32 Planning/Engineering $128 $11 Transfers/Debt Service $256 $21 TOTAL $2,128 $177 *Other Public Safety includes Building Inspectfon and Code Enforcement NEXT STEP Truth-in-Taxation Hearing Budget Meeting Meetfng will be held at Corcoran City Hall. Monday, December 18 at 7 pm Learn More… The entfre budget and related staff reports are available at www.corcoranmn.gov — Our Government / Council / Agenda Packets / 2023-09-14 Council Agenda Packet to view the budget used to set the preliminary levy. Finance at finance@corcoranmn.gov can be reached for further questfons. 2024 PROPOSED BUDGET AND LEVY The City Council adopted its preliminary levy for 2024 at the September 14th meetfng. This levy amount may be decreased prior to final approval but not increased. This levy amount was used to create the proposed City tax amount within the proposed 2024 levies and tax notfces. WHY IS PROPERTY TAX NEEDED? Only a small portfon of the City budget is funded through fees, charges for services, intergovernmental revenue (such as grants and aids) and other sources. For 2024, this portfon is antfcipated to cover 27% of the City’s expenditures. The remaining 73% is funded through the property tax levy. TAX EFFECT The adopted preliminary levy is in the amount of $8,374,256, which is a $1,215,933 increase from the 2023 levy. The need for additfonal services, increased costs due to inflatfon and other factors have increased the City’s levy. The project tax rate will remain constant at 42.122%. The goal of the Council is to contfnue to lower the overall tax rate year afler year. A constant tax rate means propertfes with no change in value will see no change City taxes. Propertfes with valuatfon increases may see an increase. Valuatfons, tax capacity, levy and tax rate impact the overall City portfon of taxes. According to the City Assessor, the following average increases took place in Corcoran: Residential: 3.9% Agricultural: 7% Commercial: 8.4% Industrial: 15.9% Using this informatfon, a home previously valued at $400,000 would now be valued at $415,600. The antfcipated tax impact in this example would be as follows: The City Council will contfnue to refine the budget and levy prior to final approval, which is antfcipated on Monday, December 18. Between now and that tfme, the levy can decrease, but not increase. Home Value Tax Capacity Tax Rate City Tax 2023 $400,000 $3,987.60 42.122% $1,679.66 2024 $415,600 $4,156.00 42.122% $1,750.59 Building Permits Online Permit Submittal Building Permit Frequently Asked Questions Do I need a permit? A building permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the use of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any gas, mechanical, electrical, plumbing system, or other equipment. What type of permit do I need? Several permit checklists and additfonal permit informatfon and resources are available to help you with your project under the Constructfon Services & Inspectfons web pages at www.corcoranmn.gov – Public Services > Constructfon Services & Inspectfons. How do I apply for a permit? All residentfal and commercial building, mechanical, plumbing, land disturbance and utflity permits are required to be submitted through the online permit portal at www.corcoranmn.gov – Apply for Permit. Applicatfon for permit should be submitted well in advance of the scheduled start date. New account registratfon is required for all homeowners and contractors applying for a permit. A step-by-step Online Permit Application Guide is available for online registratfon, applicatfon and payment instructfon help. What building work is exempt from a permit? •One story tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses <200 square fl •Fences <7 fl high (A Zoning permit maybe be required, contact Planning & Zoning). •Retaining walls <4 fl high (A Land Disturbance permit may be required). •Sidewalks and driveways (A Land Disturbance permit may be required). •Paintfng, papering, tfling, carpetfng •Cabinets, countertops and similar finish work •Prefabricated swimming pools <24 inches deep •Swings and playground equipment •Window awnings that project <54 inches •Decks or concrete patfos <30 inches above grade, not attached to dwelling and not serving required exit door How do I obtain an electrical permit? The city does not issue or inspect electrical permits. For permit informatfon and state applicatfon visit the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry at www.dli.mn.gov/business/get-licenses-and-permits/permits. How long does it take to review an application? Residentfal permits such as reroofing, residing, window & door replacement, air conditfoner & furnace replacement, gas line, gas fireplace, water heater & water soflener replacement are issued without review. Permits requiring plan review may take up to 15 working days to approve. Review tfme may vary based on the complexity of the project and/or the completeness of the constructfon documents. Incomplete plans or revisions made afler applicatfon submission may further extend the plan review tfme. What are the permit fees? For a complete list of fees view the Building Permit Fee Schedule at www.corcoranmn.gov – Public Services > Constructfon Services & Inspectfons. Permit fees are based on total value of the work included in the scope of the permit and are paid at the tfme of issuance. How do I schedule an inspection? Contact the city's contracted Building Official, Metro West Inspection Services at 763-479-1720. It is the responsibility of the permit holder to call for required inspectfons. (More FAQ’s continued on Page 6) Most Requested Building Permit Fees Reroof or Reside $91/ea. Windows/Doors (same openings) $91 Furnace or A/C Unit Replacement $76/unit Gas Fireplace $76 General Plumbing $51+ Water Heater Replacement $36 Water Soflener Replacement $36 *All the above fees include a $1 State Surcharge. Construction Services www.corcoranmn.gov The City of Corcoran requires all constructfon permits to be submitted online making interactfons more efficient and convenient. Through the online permit portal, residents and contractors can apply for a constructfon permit, check permit status and inspectfon results, and make electronic payments anytfme! The online permit portal requires new registratfon/account linkage for all homeowners and contractors applying for a permit. A step-by-step guide is available online to help you with the registratfon and online permitting process. To begin the registratfon process and/or apply for a permit visit www.corcoranmn.gov – Apply for Permit. Several permit checklists and additfonal permit informatfon and resources are available online under the Constructfon Services & Inspectfons web pages to help you with your project. Visit www.corcoranmn.gov – Public Services > Constructfon Services & Inspectfons. Plan Review and Inspections Metro West Inspectfon Services is contracted to conduct plan reviews and inspectfons. Contact Metro West at 763-479-1720 for building code questfons or to schedule an inspectfon. • Page 5 Fall/Winter 2023 • Page 6 Fall/Winter 2023 Elections www.corcoranmn.gov The City of Corcoran is recruitfng electfon judges for the 2024 electfons. Election Judge Duties Election judges are needed to work at the polling locations to supervise and help with elections. If you are 18 years or older and an eligible voter, you may qualify to serve as an election judge. Some of the general duties include: •Open and close the polls •Responsible for all election materials •Ensure only qualified voters are permitted to vote and that each voter is permitted to vote only once •Distribute ballots •Tally and certify the election results View more informatfon by visitfng: http://www.corcoranmn.gov/ our_government/electfons/ electfon_judges Training for electfon judges is provided. Please contact City Clerk Michelle Friedrich at mfriedrich@corcoranmn.gov with questfons. Future Election Dates Presidential Primary March 5, 2024 Primary Election August 13, 2024 General Election November 5, 2024 Local Election Information Wayzata Public Schools (ISD #284): •Four seats on the Wayzata School Board are up for electfon on November 7, 2023 to serve four-year terms. For more informatfon visit the Wayzata Public Schools electfons page: https://www.wayzataschools.org/district/ school-board/electfons •A tech levy renewal is also on the ballot. The request is for a 10-year technology levy of $5.7 million per year. Approval of the levy will allow the district to: -Replace aging classroom technology equipment and student and staff devices -Maintain essentfal technology support for students and staff There is no tax increase if voters approve the levy. For more informatfon visit: https://www.wayzataschools.org/technology/tech- levy#:~:text=The%20request%20is%20for%20a,support%20for%20students% 20and%20staff Osseo Area Schools (ISD #279): •Approval of School Building Bonds Phase II Questfon is on the ballot on November 7, 2023. By votfng “YES” on this ballot question, you are votfng for a property tax increase. For more informatfon visit: https://www.district279.org/betterfuture/faq/~board/ referendum/post/what-will-voters-see-on-the-ballot Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Schools (ISD #877): •The School Board has called for a bond referendum on November 7, 2023, to improve security, building integrity, and efficiency. This is a unique request in that approval of the bond referendum will not raise taxes beyond current rates. For more informatfon visit: https://www.bhmschools.org/electfons What must be available on the jobsite? A copy of the permit and the approved constructfon documents must be kept on the jobsite and available for all inspectfons untfl completfon of the project. What are the requirements for size, height, setbacks, architectural standards, etc.? Contact the Planning & Zoning Department for questfons regarding zoning requirements or view the Corcoran City Municipal Code at www.corcoranmn.gov – Our Government > City Code > Municipal Code. Where is septic and well information found? The Individual Sewage Treatment System (septfc) program is administered by Hennepin County Environmental Health. Hennepin County provides consistent regulatfon across city boundaries through issuing septfc permits, managing inspectfons, and enforcement to protect ground surface waters, and prevent waterborne illness. Visit www.hennepin.us/septfc for more informatfon. The Well Management Program is administered by the Minnesota Department of Public Health. Visit www.health.state.mn.us/communitfes/environment/water/wells. For additional FAQs and building permit information visit www.corcoranmn.gov – Public Services > Constructfon Services & Inspectfons. Email permits@corcoranmn.gov with any questfons or inquiries. Building Permit Frequently Asked Questions (Cont’d from Page 5) • Page 7 Fall/Winter 2023 Public Safety www.corcoranmn.gov Parking regulations Parking is prohibited on public streets November 1 through April 1 from 1:00 am – 7:00 am and afler a snowfall of at least two inches. Parking may not resume untfl snow has stopped accumulatfng and the street has been plowed. No vehicle of 10,000 lbs gross weight or greater shall park on any city street unless authorized by the Director of Public Safety or Public Works Director. Any questfons in reference to the parking ordinance, please call the police department at 763-420-8966. Fire hydrant clearing While shoveling your driveway, take an extra few minutes to clear a three-foot radius around the hydrant afler each snowfall. This will help reduce the tfme it takes firefighters to hook up hoses if a fire occurs in your neighborhood. Plowing snow onto roads Minnesota State Statute (169.42) prohibit relocatfng snow and ice from private property (including driveways and parking lots) to a roadway, sidewalk, or adjacent property. Smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms It is important to test your alarms regularly, but it is suggested to test them at least once monthly. If your smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarm has replaceable batteries, they should be changed at least every six months. Although you replace your batteries, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms don’t last forever. Read the manufacturer's use and care booklet for installatfon and maintenance guidelines. Contact your local fire department with any questfons regarding smoke and/or carbon monoxide alarms. Fire Department Non-Emergency Phone Numbers: Hanover Fire Department…………763-498-7518 Loretto Fire Department…………..763-479-3036 Rogers Fire Department…………...763-428-3500 Visit www.corcoranmn.gov — Public Services / Fire / Fire Protectfon Services Winter Reminders Burn Permits Burn permits for the City of Corcoran can be purchased at the Corcoran Police Department or by calling 763-420-8966 then press 0, during regular business hours M-F 7:30 am—4:30 pm. The online process has been put on hold while the system is being upgraded. The new online system will be available in the Spring of 2024. For updates go to: www.corcoranmn.gov/public_services/police/burning_regulatfons_permits/ burning_permits_guidelines Burn permits are required to burn anything larger than a 3' x 3' recreational fire. Burn permits are not necessary if the ground is snow-covered: By definition, in Minnesota Statute 88.16 subd. 2: "Snow-covered" means that the ground has a continuous unbroken cover of snow, to a depth of three inches or more, surrounding the immediate area of the fire, sufficient to keep the fire from spreading. Please check the City website for MN DNR issued burn restrictions. Remember that burning the following items is strictly prohibited: • Hazardous wastes • Industrial solid waste • Demolition debris of commercial or institutional structures. (A farm building is not a commercial structure.) Burning of any structure should be referred to a forest officer. • Salvage operations • Motor vehicles • Oils • Rubber • Plastics • Chemically-treated materials • Other materials which produce excessive or noxious smoke, such as, but not limited to: tires, railroad ties, chemically-treated lumber, composite board, sheet rock, wiring, paint, or paint filters. • Garbage, defined as discarded material resulting from the handling, processing, storage, preparation, serving, or consumption of food. • Page 8 Fall/Winter 2023 Public Safety www.corcoranmn.gov 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 Firearms Safety Class Dates and tfmes are yet to be determined for the Corcoran Firearms Safety 2024 classes. Four basic rules of firearms handling: • Treat each firearm as if it is loaded. • Always control the muzzle of your firearm. • Be sure of your target and what is beyond. • Keep your finger off the trigger and outside the trigger guard untfl ready to shoot. Students must be 12 years old before November 1, 2024 to be eligible to take the class. For updated informatfon on registratfon dates, and locatfon(s) visit www.corcoranmn.gov — Public Services / Police / Training and Safety / Youth Firearm Safety Training. • Page 9 Fall/Winter 2023 Public Works A goal of the Corcoran Public Works Department is to clear snow and ice from City roads as soon as possible. Delays may occur in the event of equipment breakdown or extreme weather conditfons. The safety of the public and the City employees is a top priority. Currently the City has more than 65 miles of roads that are maintained by the Public Works department. The criteria for the decision to begin snow and/or ice control operatfon are as follows: • Snow accumulatfon of two inches or more warrants the plowing of asphalt roads, two to four inches warrants the plowing of both asphalt and gravel roads dependent on road conditfons. Call out is normally at 2:00 am when practfcal. • High volume major collector roads and roads with steep hills and curves receive first priority. • Safety of the plow operators and the public are important. Therefore snowplowing operatfons may be terminated afler 12-14 hours to allow personnel adequate tfme to rest. High winds creatfng white out conditfons could cause suspension of services untfl weather improves. The City will assume no responsibility for damage to underground lawn sprinkling systems, exterior lightfng systems, and similar landscaping installed in the public right-of-way. To review the City approved policy view the city website at www.ci.corcoran.mn.us and select Departments - Public Works/Parks Department - Snowplowing. Garbage Can Driveway Location During winter months, please be sure to place garbage containers inside your driveway perimeter or boundary on garbage pickup days. Garbage containers should never be placed on the roadway. A Quick Mailbox Reminder Inspect your existfng mail box post for damage and replace before the winter snowplowing season begins. Ensure your mail box posts are sturdy, set solidly in the ground, and in good conditfon before the snow falls. Swing-Away Mail Box Post Option Available Swing-Away Mail Box Posts are designed to reduce or eliminate damages to mail receptacles during inclement weather. The swing-away posts are constructed of galvanized steel and are designed to meet the Postal regulatfons and MNDOT’s specificatfons. An example is currently on display by the front doors of Corcoran City Hall. The Swing-Away Mail Box Posts are available to purchase for $65.00 for the individual product or for $150.00, you can have Corcoran Public Works install it. Please call 763-420-2288 for more informatfon or to schedule the installatfon. www.corcoranmn.gov City Snowplow Policy The Corcoran Public Works and Police Departments, and Hennepin County Public Works would like to cautfon residents that it is unlawful to dump, plow, or push snow from private driveways onto county roads or city streets whether you are plowing your driveway or you have hired someone to remove snow. Snow dumped on highways or street right-of-ways can create a hazard not only for motorists, but also for snowplows. Even heavy snowplows have been ditched and damaged when hitting compacted and frozen snow. The person responsible for depositfng snow on roadways may also be liable in a civil lawsuit if damages or injuries that occur as a result of this actfon. Under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 160.2715, RIGHT-OF-WAY USE, violatfon of the above statute is a misdemeanor. City ordinance 130.04 also prohibits the plowing, blowing, shoveling or otherwise placing of snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots onto public roadways. The violatfons are considered a misdemeanor, punishable by a maximum $700 fine and/or 90 days in jail. Through the years this issue has become a bigger concern as the community grows. The Corcoran Public Works and Police Departments will be enforcing these laws. Hennepin County Snow and Ice Removal Source: www.hennepin.us/residents/transportatfon/snow-and-ice Hennepin County plow drivers maintain more than 2,200 lane miles of county roads. Plow drivers help people contfnue getting where they need to go. This is a big job in the county. Hennepin has a quarter of Minnesota’s populatfon — more than 1.2 million residents. Half of all jobs in the Twin Citfes metro region are located in Hennepin County. And, more than 4,200 people who live in other places travel into the county to work each day. For issues related to snow removal on a county road call 612-596-0299. • Page 10 Fall/Winter 2023 Parks & Recreation City Park Remaster With contfnued development in the City, the goal is to have a parks and trails system that can contfnue to provide enjoyable recreatfon areas. During the August 24, 2023, City Council meetfng, the Request for Proposals and Qualificatfons for Park Master Planning and Design Services was approved to be released. This is the startfng point to acquire a consultant group that will help create the toolkit and plans for developing the park system. This toolkit is expected to be inclusive of the City Park remaster project, a boardwalk in the Bellwether development, and assistance in developing RFP templates for future park projects. The RFPQ for Park Master Planning and Design Services closes on September 29, 2023. Consultants may go through an interview as part of the process, with the discussion of the recommended consultant antfcipated for Thursday, October 26th, 2023, at the City Council meetfng. Weather Monitoring (source: www.hennepin.us/climate-actfon/what- we-can-do/preparing-winter-weather) Hennepin County helps to ensure we have the informatfon we need to adapt to various weather conditfons, especially during our Minnesota winters. They do this by maintaining and expanding the Hennepin West Mesonet. A mesonet is a system of automated weather monitoring statfons used to measure local weather conditfons, which can differ greatly from the region as a whole. This improves weather forecastfng, helps in making informed decisions about the weather conditfons, and increases our understanding of Hennepin County’s climate. Monitor current conditfons and explore weather history on the Hennepin West Mesonet at http://www.hennepinwestmesonet.org/ www.corcoranmn.gov Corcoran Skating Rinks Corcoran's skatfng rinks are located at City Park (20200 County Road 50, Corcoran, MN) and offer fun and recreatfon for cold weather enthusiasts of all ages. Building and maintaining the rinks depend on many variables. To start making ice, crews need temperatures to be around 0 to –10 degrees Fahrenheit for about one week and approximately four inches of frozen ground. The crews then establish a six-inch base, which will help rinks survive most warm snaps. The final step is to build a smooth “finish surface” on the ice. Every year, Public Works aims to open for the season late December, and weather permitting, remain open untfl late February. Depending on weather conditfons, the Public Works crew cleans and resurfaces the rinks daily, Monday through Friday, and weekend mornings (with roads and public safety being first prioritfes). Inclement weather can cause the rinks to be temporarily closed. Rink closings will be reflected on the weather line (763-400-7025). HIRING SOON! The City will soon be looking for ice rink attendants! If interested, the applicatfon will be posted on the City website (www.corcoranmn.gov) soon and can be emailed to Recreatfon Supervisor Jessica Christensen Buck at jchristensenbuck@corcoranmn.gov. Corcoran Youth Athletics Thank you to all those that partfcipated in Corcoran Parks and Recreatfon programs this year! A special thank you to all those that volunteered to coach. These programs would not be able to run without your willingness to coach and contfnue to grow the partfcipant’s skills! If you’re interested in coaching your child’s team next year, be sure to mark it when registering. Coaches receive 1 player reimbursement per team coached. Important dates for 2024 athletics can be found below: • January 8 – 15: Priority registratfon for spring baseball opens (Corcoran residents only) • January 16: Registratfon for spring baseball open to all • February 25: Spring baseball registratfon closes • April 1 – 7: Priority registratfon for summer soccer opens (Corcoran residents only) • April 8: Registratfon for summer soccer open to all • April 29: Spring machine pitch baseball begins • April 29: Spring t-ball begins • April 30: Spring coach pitch baseball begins • May 27: Summer soccer registratfon closes • June 17: Fall baseball registratfon opens • July 9: Summer soccer begins • July 21: Fall baseball registratfon closes • August 19: Fall t-ball begins • August 21: Fall coach pitch begins • August 26: Fall machine pitch begins Please note that with the City Park remaster project, some of these dates could be subject to change as the project progresses. More informatfon is antfcipated by the end of the year. • Page 11 Fall/Winter 2023 Environmental www.corcoranmn.gov Conservation Project Spotlight (Featured artfcle and images from the Hennepin County Conservation Connection Newsletter — July 2023 issue) Keeping the cattle out of the creek in Corcoran A Corcoran resident had a herd of cattle on pasture that included a small stream running toward Rush Creek. Livestock near waterways, such as streams, can pollute them by causing erosion as the livestock walks in and out of the streambank, and by depositfng manure directly into the water. Fencing is a simple fix to help prevent that pollutfon from happening in the first place. By strategically placing fencing and crossings along waterways, livestock owners can keep cattle out of waterways and thus reduce the sediment, nutrients, and bacteria from flowing downstream into our lakes. The Corcoran resident responded to a flyer advertfsing funds to implement best management practfces, such as fencing along waterways, in the Rush Creek Subwatershed. Staff worked with the landowner to design and install fencing that was not only sturdy enough to keep his herd on dry land but allowed for more effectfve grazing rotatfons. The whole process took less than a year to complete from the initfal site visit to the first tfme the cows were put out to pasture and will be used for many more years to come. Conservation Easements (source: Hennepin County Conservation Connection Newsletter — https://content.govdelivery.com/ accounts/MNHENNE/bulletins/3646c52) Your land likely holds special meaning to you and your family. Special creeks, prairies, or forests can hold many memories of hiking, huntfng, and recreatfon. For landowners who want to permanently project their land now and into the future, a conservatfon easement could be a good fit. Landowners can be compensated for permanently protectfng their property with a conservatfon easement, which is a set of development restrictfons that a landowner voluntarily places on their property to permanently protect its natural resources. Propertfes that may be a good fit for a conservatfon easement include those that contain rare plants or animals, are near to or have high quality habitat, or are at risk of being lost due to development. The county also has funding and technical assistance available to landowners for habitat improvement projects. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about establishing a conservatfon easement, visit hennepin.us/land-protectfon or contact Kristfne Maurer at kristfne.maurer@hennepin.us or 612-348-6570. (Prairie restoration on a conservation Easement in Hennepin County. Photo: CleanWaterMN) Rental Dwelling Ordinance Now In Effect Do you own a rental property within the City of Corcoran? The City Council recently adopted a rental dwelling ordinance which went into effect on July 1, 2023. This requires all non-owner-occupied propertfes to go through the rental licensing and inspectfon process unless the property is considered a relatfve homestead with Hennepin County. Additfonally, propertfes that are owner occupied but rent out multfple bedrooms are also subject to the rental licensing provisions of the new ordinance. Property owners have untfl January 1, 2024, to apply for their initfal license, and the license must be renewed on July 1st each year. It is especially important for property owners with more than 5 rental dwellings or within neighborhoods with a high percentage of rental propertfes to meet the January 1, 2024, deadline. Property owners who don’t meet the January deadline will not qualify for a waiver from the limitatfons placed on the number of rental licenses an individual and/or entfty can hold within the City, or the 15% rental dwelling density limit applied per block. More informatfon about the rental dwelling ordinance and applicatfon process can be requested by contactfng the Planning Technician, Dwight Klingbeil, at 763-338-9290 or dklingbeil@corcoranmn.gov. Yard Waste Drop Off Site Maple Grove Yard Waste Site 10300 Maple Grove Parkway, Maple Grove 763-420-4886 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 8:00 am — 7:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am — 7:00 pm For more informatfon, visit: https:// www.mgyardwaste.com/ • Page 12 Fall/Winter 2023 Environmental www.corcoranmn.gov Organics Recycling (source: https://www.hennepin.us/residents/ recycling-hazardous-waste/organics-recycling) Composting the right things You can help ensure success and sustainability of organics recycling programs by putting the right materials in the organics bin. Compost sites need to receive organics with low levels of contamination, or materials that cannot be composted, so they can produce clean, nutrient-rich compost that people want to purchase and use. If you’re unsure, focus on collecting food. Spoiled food and food scraps are the most common material in the trash and the most nutrient-rich material in the composting process, which makes them the most important material to collect for organics recycling. Some of the most important items to keep out of the organics recycling because they cause the biggest contamination issues are: •Glass •Plastic items, including food stickers, utensils, and Styrofoam™ •Plastic-coated paper items like coffee and soda cups •Fast food wrappers and condiment packets •Uncertified to-go containers and products labeled “biodegradable” without any additional certification •Diapers, sanitary products, and cleaning wipes •Grease or oil If you aren’t sure what to do with an item or are not sure it's compostable, refer to the Hennepin County organics recycling guide at https://www.hennepin.us/residents/ recycling-hazardous-waste/organics-recycling or put it in the trash. Hunting Reminder Many of us look forward to fall as a great tfme to be outdoors. It is possible that you may hear gunshots in the distance when you’re outside. Because huntfng is permissible in most areas of the City of Corcoran, we have citfzens who hunt or allow others to hunt on their property with written permission. To review a copy of the firearm ordinance and regulatfons visit www.corcoranmn.gov — Public Services / Police / Firearm Permits and Huntfng / Corcoran's Firearm Ordinance. You will need a license for the game you wish to hunt. A person may not shoot, hunt or discharge a deadly weapon or take a wild animal with a firearm within 500 feet of any structure or corral containing livestock without written permission from the landowner. For more informatfon visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR) huntfng page: www.dnr.state.mn.us/ huntfng/index.html. Stormwater Runoff Source: www.dot.ny.gov and www.corcoranmn.gov We want clean water for all different kinds of actfvitfes like fishing, boatfng and swimming. Proper care, monitoring, and management of illicit discharges are essentfal to the future health of our local bodies of water. Illicit discharges can occur in ditches, storm water drains, even runoff from new development, and end up draining into the Elm Creek Watershed, and then flow into our local bodies of water. Anything other than rain has the potentfal to be an illicit discharge. It's important that we are aware of what illicit discharges look like and report suspected illicit discharges to the proper authority. Ideally, stormwater runoff would be free of contaminants. In reality, it picks up pollutants such as animal waste, pestfcides, fertflizers, salt, oil and grease, soil and debris, and transports them to waterways where they are discharged with no treatment. This is stormwater pollutfon or illicit discharge. Our community and residents can participate in keeping our storm water systems clean by being on the lookout for illicit discharges: -Concrete or paint washed out in street (most common) -Runoff such as grass clippings into storm water drains -Chemical dumping into storm water drains -Sediment track out (water or other discharge) from constructfon site -Water reroutfng from an existfng water pond or other source -Storm water pond filled with dirt of other filler -Toxic material being drained into a ditch or storm water pond -Dirty water discharging to creek, river, lake, pond or wetland Other examples of Illicit Discharges: -Septfc Tank Seepage / Illegal Sanitary Connectfons -Laundry Wastewater / Detergent -Improper Waste Oil Disposal / Auto Fluids Flushing -Home Improvement Waste (e.g. concrete, paint) -Pestfcides and Fertflizers -Improper Disposal of Commercial and Industrial Hazardous Waste -Pool / Spa Discharge -Cooking Grease / Household Waste If you notfce any of the above examples, or a situatfon that may be an illicit discharge, please complete the complaint form at the link below: https://www.corcoranmn.gov/how_do_i/ m_s4_corcoran_complaint_form The Shoulak family can’t wait to see you at the farm again, soon. Join us as we kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month with some good old-fashioned farm fun with a BreastFest that’s reminding us what’s most important; all you need is LOVE! The Shoulak BreastFest Music Festfvals will take place Saturday, October 7, 2023, in Corcoran, and is an opportunity to help raise awareness, fund research and educatfon, provide assistance for the recently-diagnosed, and support survivors of breast cancer. The event will run from 1:00 pm — 7:00 pm and will include live music, a silent auctfon, kids’ games, food and beverages, and a survivor celebratfon. Fun for the whole family! A FREE shuttle will transport you to and from the festfval. If special parking arrangements are needed, you can send requests to: shoulakbreastiest@gmail.com For more news and info, visit: www.shoubf.com Community Events 2023 Shoulak BreastFest Music Festivals October 7, 2023 Source: www.shoulakbreastiestmusicfestfvals.com/ • Page 13 Fall/Winter 2023 NW Area Jaycees Annual Santa Visit Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023 Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Where: See NW Area Jaycees Facebook page for location updates Pancakes, Santa, Elves, Reindeer! What could be better? Photos with Santa will be taken by a professional photographer, plus kids get to pick a free small gifl from under the NW Area Jaycee’s holiday tree. Kids also get a chance at a prize drawing for larger gifl items. A pancake breakfast will be served for all to enjoy. Actfvitfes are free with a non-perishable food shelf donatfon. More info: www.facebook.com/nwareajaycees Corcoran Lions Event Sponsored by: Hamel Lions and Corcoran Lions October 2023 Haunted Acres October 13-14 7:00 pm — 10:00 pm October 20-21 7:00 pm — 10:00 pm October 27-28 7:00 pm — 10:00 pm Haunted Acres will be located at Corcoran Lions Park. For more information visit www.corcoranlions.org Interested in volunteering for acting and/or other tasks during the events? Visit the following link www.hamellions.org/haunted-acres www.corcoranmn.gov Ways to Contribute • Donate Silent Auctfon Items • Volunteer • Become A Sponsor • Contribute Financially Parking for the event will be off-site at 20300 County Road 50, Corcoran, MN 55340 Hope Community Church All events held at Hope Community Church 19951 Oswald Farm Road Corcoran, MN 55374 Miracle Monday Blood Drive Monday, October 16 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM Deb Thompson believed in miracles. Throughout her life she brought joy, kindness, and compassion to everyone she came across, even during the challenges and suffering of breast cancer, leukemia, a stem cell transplant, thyroid cancer, and a second diagnosis of leukemia. Deb gave much to others in her lifetfme. In the end, the gifl of donated blood and platelets gave Deb and her family more tfme together. In recognitfon of the gifls she received, her friends are memorializing Deb with the inaugural Miracle Monday Blood Drive so they can contfnue to bring miracles to the lives of others. Please join us to celebrate Deb’s life and honor her memory by donatfng blood at the inaugural Miracle Monday Blood Drive. SCHEDULE DONATION Go to https://www.mbcherohub.club/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/72386 Enter Sponsor Code: 5069 Or call Emily at 612.986.7515 Ladies Christmas Tea and Boutique Saturday, December 2 Boutfque Shopping and Table Viewing 1:00 PM // Christmas Tea Begins 3:00 PM All ladies, ages 4 to 104, are cordially invited to attend the 26th Annual Ladies Christmas Tea at Hope Community Church. Come and begin your holiday season in an elegant, festfve setting, enjoying delicious food and beautfful music. You will also have an opportunity to shop at the Holiday Boutfque. This event is filled with Christmas traditfon and much joy! Come early to admire the beautfful tables and shop at the boutfque! General tfcket sales open November 1st. Adults $20.00 Young Ladies (ages 4-10) $12.00 Tickets sell out early, so don’t wait! Purchase at www.myhopecommunity.com or call 763-494-4673. “Hope Radio Hour” A Festive Evening of Music and Comedy Saturday, December 9 Doors open 6:00pm // Event begins 6:30pm The 21st Annual “Hope Radio Hour” is a delightiul night of comedy, laughter, and reflectfon, in celebratfon of the birth of Christ. Enjoy creatfve comedy skits and beautfful musical performances and a dessert intermission. We will be taking an offering to cover the cost of dessert and for the benevolence fund. • Page 14 Fall/Winter 2023 RiverWorks Events Steak Fry & Auction Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023 Where: Rockford Township Hall 3039 Dague Ave SE, Buffalo, MN 55313 IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN! We are excited to be joining together with an evening filled with great food, community & looking to the future of RiverWorks. The fabulous grilled steaks! Artfchoke Dip and all those grilled veggies! Wall of Wine Raftfe! Join us for an evening filled with community, and an amazing three-course dinner (appetfzers, an entree of steak or chicken, and dessert) all while raising funds for RiverWorks! What to expect: 5:00 PM appetfzers, silent auctfon, and raftfe begin. • A RiverWorks Update from program directors. • A live auctfon with trips and other experiences. • Fund-A-Need a tfme to raise funds for specific RiverWorks needs. Crow River Christmas December 2nd is Crow River Christmas! Sponsor a Christmas Tree - For over a decade we have been celebratfng Crow River Christmas and through the years this event has grown to include many holiday actfvitfes that concludes with the official tree lightfng and fireworks display at Riverside Park. There are many ways to be involved whether through joining us for the tree lightfng to sponsoring a Christmas tree for your business, family greetfngs, or in memory or honor of loved ones that are displayed in Riverside Park. Crow River Christmas brings people together. To keep up on all the latest, follow the Crow River Christmas Facebook page www.facebook.com/CrowRiverChristmas For more informatfon on the Steak Fry & Auctfon and/or Crow River Christmas 2023 email dkesanen@riverworksonline.org www.corcoranmn.gov Community Events • Page 15 Fall/Winter 2023 Community www.corcoranmn.gov Hennepin County Fix-It Clinic Bring in small household appliances, clothing, electronics and more. With free guided assistance, you can disassemble, troubleshoot and fix your item. No pre-registratfon required. Items must be carry-in-sized. Bring any parts and supplies that might be helpful. This event is family friendly and events are held monthly. The next event is Saturday, April 8, at Brooklyn Park Community Actfvity Center 5600 85th Avenue N, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55443. Volunteers needed: Do you have skills in mechanical, electrical or computer repair, soldering, sewing or general tfnkering? We need volunteers to help others learn to repair their items. Contact Nancy Lo at nancy.lo@hennepin.us or 612-348-9195. Click on the link for more informatfon on about upcoming clinics https://www.hennepin.us/fixitclinic. City of Corcoran New Logo The City of Corcoran is working on a new logo! Updates are coming at the end of October. Check back on our website and social media pages at that tfme for more informatfon. North Hennepin Pioneer Society The North Hennepin Pioneer Society would like to thank everyone in the community for their support in making the Annual Summerfest a success. This year’s Summerfest took place on August 13, 2023, on the school grounds of Corcoran’s historic, one-room schoolhouse. Funds collected from this year’s Summerfest will help with the expenses and maintenance of the last one-room school house in Corcoran. Last year an interpretfve sign was installed on the grounds to view the interior of the school, along with a flagpole, and a school bell for children to ring when visitfng. As a reminder, the North Hennepin Pioneer Society is contfnuously seeking historical documents, photographs, or items for donatfon or to copy. The North Hennepin Pioneer Society is also seeking volunteer assistance for the grounds upkeep, building maintenance labor, and monetary donatfons to help with the expenses. NHPS is a 501C (3) non-profit organizatfon. Interested in becoming a member? Annual Membership is $15 per person, or $25 per household. For informatfon please contact Bonnie at 763-639-1438, Verneal at 763-498-8677, or email corcoranSchool1894@gmail.com. Verneal Klersy and Lyla Mae Varner (Sisters), Burschville alumni Grandchildren of Dale and Cindy Pomerleau Raffle Drawing Table Rocktoberfest VII Four Epic Bands, Two Amazing Stages, One Heck of a Night! Join us in Riverside Park, Rockford, Minnesota at 4:30 Saturday, October 7th, 2023, for the only Free Community Concert at this level in the State of Minnesota! The Belfast Cowboys, Michael Shynes and the Flying Vees, Mallrats, and Arch Allies will play in a "battle of the bands" format with over 6 hours of contfnuous live music! Date and Time: October 7, 2023 4:30 pm — 11:00 pm Location: Riverside Park 8220 Elm Street, Rockford, MN 55373 8200 County Road 116 Corcoran, MN 55340 PRST STD US POSTAGE PAID ROGERS, MN PERMIT NO. 98 General Information • Page 16 Fall/Winter 2023 City of Corcoran Front Desk — 763-420-2288 Police Department Front Desk — 763-420-8966 Construction Complaints (Outside of constructfon hours) 952-258-5321 Interim City Administrator Matt Gottschalk 763-420-8966 mgottschalk@corcoranmn.gov Administrative Services Director Kathy Hughes 763-338-9293 khughes@corcoranmn.gov City Website www.corcoranmn.gov City Council Tom McKee, Mayor tmckee@corcoranmn.gov Jon Bottema, Councilor jbottema@corcoranmn.gov Alan Schultz, Councilor aschultz@corcoranmn.gov Jeremy Nichols, Councilor jnichols@corcoranmn.gov Dean Vehrenkamp, Councilor dvehrenkamp@corcoranmn.gov City of Corcoran meetfngs 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. Monthly Utility Bills The city offers online account viewing and e-payment optfons via www.invoicecloud.com/corcoranmn. You will need your account number in order to access your utflity 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 utflity service applicatfons in the outdoor drop box located by the main entrance of City Hall at any tfme or at the front desk during business hours. Visit www.corcoranmn.gov — Pay Bills to view, pay or login to your utflity billing account. Questfons? Contact utflitybilling@corcoranmn.gov or call 763-420-2288 and select Optfon 1. Rural Broadband Expansion Comcast is expanding service to more than 490 homes in rural areas of Corcoran. Comcast will bring the entfre suite of Xfinity and Comcast Business services Corcoran. Please contfnue to visit the Comcast Twin Citfes local blog for updates on constructfon tfmelines and when Xfinity services will be available in your neighborhood. The funding support from the State of Minnesota’s Border to Border Broadband program included $1.2 million, which helped Comcast expand further into the rural areas of Corcoran. For more informatfon on how to sign up for Xfinity services, or to find updates and answers to frequently asked questfons, click on the following link: https://midwest.comcast.com/ corcoranexpansion/ www.corcoranmn.gov Connect with Corcoran facebook.com/CorcoranMN facebook.com/CorcoranPDMN @CorcoranMNCity @CorcoranPolice Search: City of Corcoran Minnesota «Recipient» «Address» «City» «MN» «Zip»