HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-07 -- Summer-FallRetired American Flag
Collection at City Hall
When an American flag is old or
tattered (ripped at the ends,) there are
recommended ways to properly retire
it. One option is to bring the flag to a
local American Legion, where they will
reuse the material to make more flags.
Another option is to give the flag to a
military or scouting organization to
ceremonially burn and retire the flag.
Frank Brand is a local boy scout and
resident in Corcoran and is currently
working on his Citizenship Badge and
Eagle rank in Troop 563. As part of the
badge requirements to attain Eagle
rank, Frank will be collecting retired
American flags at Corcoran City Hall
from July 1-15, 2018. Once the flag
collection is complete, Frank and Troop
563 will arrange for the proper
retirement of each American flag at a
flag retirement ceremony.
For more information visit
https://www.legion.org/flag/ceremony
Summer/Fall 2018
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CORCORAN NEWS
Summer/Fall 2018
City Administrator Update
The 2018 year is in full swing and the beautiful summer days are flying by. With life being
so busy it’s difficult to stay up to speed with all that is happening in the City. Here is a brief
recap of some of the larger items you should know about:
Historical Park Land Purchase
The City purchased a 59.95 acre parcel from the Rockford School District. This purchase was
funded through park dedication funds and debt paid for by general tax dollars. Master
planning is taking place for the newly acquired property in combination with the previously
owned 19-acre park known as City Park. This parcel purchase was an historic opportunity to
obtain and secure future athletic space for Corcoran, in a prime location, at a reasonable
price. The Parks and Trails Commission is taking the lead on master planning duties.
City Receives Bond Rating Upgrade
The City issued debt for the previously mentioned park land which required a bond rating.
Corcoran’s rating was upgraded to Aa3 reflecting “strong financial management of the City,
increase in overall reserves, and housing growth.” A higher rating results in lower interest
rates when the City issues debt.
Housing and Land Use Proposals
Ravinia continues to grow with 69 new home starts in 2017 and continues on the same
pace for 2018 thus far. Bass Lake Crossing and Bass Lake Crossing South (near Lions Park)
are approved and beginning construction. Encore, a proposed 398-unit Del Webb
community in northeast Corcoran has received preliminary plat approvals, and a concept
plan for a senior continuum of care facility (assisted living to memory care) was reviewed.
2040 Comprehensive Plan
The drafl plan was approved and submitted to adjacent jurisdictions for review. Final
review is projected for October/November 2018. Thank you to all who participated in the
2040 Comprehensive Plan process.
Community Communication
The Police Department has implemented a new emergency communications system called
CodeRED. Download the app, and sign up to receive important community information
(more details on page 6). Stay up to date on important news by following the City on
Facebook and Twitter. Another way to stay informed of City updates is by signing up to
receive Council packet information via email. This option allows you to receive Council
packet information the same time the Councilmembers receive it.
This is just a brief overview of some of the activity taking place in the City. I encourage you
to take the time to read the newsletter and reach out with any questions you have. As
always, don’t hesitate to reach out to the City Council or me. My contact information is
bmartens@ci.corcoran.mn.us or 763-400-7030.
Sincerely,
Brad Martens
City Administrator
City of Corcoran
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City Updates
The City Council meets on the second and fourth Thursday’s of the month at 7:00 pm at City Hall. 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 on the City’s website .
Annual Fire Department Reports
Heard updates from the Hanover, Loretto, and Rogers Fire Departments.
Purchase of Rockford School District Property (Adjacent to City Park)
Held a public hearing; approved resolutions to proceed with the sale of the bonds for
the purchase of 20400 County Road 50.
Awarded the Sale of the General Obligation Bonds, Series 2018A
Tammy Omdal of Northland Securities presented information related to the bond
sale which came in with favorable bids at a true interest cost of 2.98%.
Approved interfund transfer of $250,000 of park dedication.
2018 Dust Control Program
Held public hearing; approved the 2018 dust control program as presented.
2018 Pavement Overlay Project
Authorized plans, specifications and bidding for the 2018 pavement overlay project
for Larkin Road and Rolling Hills Road.
Accepted plans and awarded the bid for the 2018 Larkin Road and Rolling Hills Road
project.
Discussion on Compensation for Commissioners
Discussed merits for compensation; declined making changes at this time.
Playground Provider Selection and Budget
Selected St. Croix Recreation as the playground provider for the Ravinia
neighborhood park and authorized staff to execute contracts; approved a budget of
up to $85,000 for playground equipment.
County Road 10/Larkin Road Intersection
Discussed possible safety considerations; no action taken.
Site Plan and Variance for 9520 County Road 19
Approved the site plan and variance for a building addition at Doboszenski & Sons.
Conditional Use Permit — 7525 Commerce Street
Approved the conditional use permit as presented for High 5 Companies, Inc.
Special Home Occupation License— 19320 Mystique Drive
Approved the special home occupation license with an amendment regarding
numbers of trips allowed.
Preliminary Plat for Rush Creek Run
Approved the preliminary plat to create six new lots along Rolling Hills Road south of
County Road 50.
2040 Comprehensive Plan
Approved the Comprehensive Plan update; initiated the six-month review period for
adjacent communities; Council thanked the staff and all those that participated in
the update.
Fir Lane Turn Lane Improvement Project
Awarded the project as recommended contingent upon receiving escrow funds from
the developer.
2017 Audit
Heard an audit presentation from Abdo, Eick & Meyers; accepted the audit as
presented.
Directed staff to place 2017 surplus above the budgeted $60,000 into the long range
planning fund.
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Planning Commission
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Gravel or Dirt Roads.
What’s the
Difference?
Resolution Accepting Donations
Council accepted a firearm safety donations resolution; Council approved and thanked
everyone for their efforts on the program.
Council accepted a donation from the NW Area Jaycees.
Corcoran Development Process and Alternatives
Directed staff to require letter of credit or cash for developments and to reduce the
requirements to 100% of the project costs.
Natural Resource Protection Options
Directed staff to make no changes at this time.
Preliminary Evaluation of Corcoran Water Supply Development
Approved a proposal to evaluate preliminary development of a Corcoran water supply
system.
Gambling Ordinance Amendment Request
Directed staff to drafl an ordinance amendment to allow for raftfe events at locations
that have charitable gambling.
2018 Strategic Goals
In January 2018, the City Council completed a vision setting session and outlined a vision for
the next ten years. Council identified the following action steps to be completed in 2018 to
make progress to the larger vision. Here is an update on how each strategic goal is
progressing:
Purchase park land, parks and trails commission to begin master planning.
The park land has been purchased.
Designate open space park on west side of Jubert Lake.
The 2040 Comprehensive plan designates an open space park on the west side of Jubert
Lake.
Redesign downtown/town center plan.
Staff has begun to redesign the Southeast district plan.
Guide comp plan for increased commercial/industrial area west of existing downtown, and
in southwest Corcoran.
The 2040 Comprehensive plan designates the increase commercial/industrial area.
Allocate funds in 2019 budget for paving gravel roads in the future.
In July 2019 funds for paving gravel roads will be discussed as part of 2019 budget.
Complete staff planning for 2018 (canine, detective, part-time recreation coordinator, part-
time code compliance ), update capital improvement plan.
Staff planning is in process and the capital improvement plan has been updated.
Plan and budget Crime, Drug, and Safety task force items for 2019.
In July 2019 funds for the Crime, Drug, and Safety Taskforce will be discussed as part of
2019 budget.
Review fire service report and consider next steps.
In June the Council received the report and will be working with staff to create a fire service
subcommittee.
Update City code to better enforce code issues.
Staff is currently working to update the City Code based on feedback from the City Council
Learn about options for adjusting ordinances to protect trees/natural areas.
Council will be reviewing options at an upcoming City Council meeting.
Ask charter commission to discuss the option of future wards in Corcoran.
The Charter Commission will review the topic of wards at their 2018 meeting in October.
For current land use applications that have been reviewed, please see page 4.
City of Corcoran
Celebrates Staff
The City of Corcoran welcomes new staff,
and celebrates milestones with other
staff this year.
Jessica Christensen
Buck is a graduate
of Minnesota State
University, Mankato
with a degree in
Recreation, Parks
and Leisure
Services. Jessica
joins the City of
Corcoran as the
Recreation Coordinator, and her tasks
include managing parks and recreation
needs and facilities rentals.
Emma Remillard is
currently enrolled at
Hamline University
pursuing a
bachelor’s degree in
Criminology and
Criminal Justice.
Emma Remillard
joins the Corcoran
PD as a part-time
Police Technician. Emma is a resident of
Corcoran and is excited to be working
with the Corcoran Police Department.
Public Works Crew Leader Brandon
Heinz celebrated 15 years of dedicated
service to the City of Corcoran.
City Administrator Brad Martens
celebrated 5 years of dedicated service to
the City of Corcoran.
City Mission Statement
The City of Corcoran will provide high
quality public services in a
cost effective, responsible, and
professional manner in order to
create a preferred environment
to live, work, play and
transact business.
City Updates Continued...
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Most Requested
Building Permit Fees
Reroofing, Re-siding $91 each
Windows/Doors $91
(In same openings)
Furnace or A/C unit
Replacement $76/unit
Gas Fireplace $101
General Plumbing $51+
Water Heater Replacement $21
Water Soflener Replacement $16
*All of the above fees include the State
Surcharge ($1) and can typically be issued
immediately at City Hall.
Building a Deck? There are a lot of
composite or “maintenance free”
decking materials being sold at
popular home improvement stores
such as Menards, Home Depot, and
Lowes, etc. These composites are not
specifically approved by State Building
Code and require testing, approvals,
and licensing to prove they meet
minimum Code standards. Some
manufacturers do not have their
product properly tested and licensed,
which means they will not pass State
Building Code and cannot be used.
Others may require smaller joist
spacing or special fasteners. Please
contact Metro West Inspections at
763-479-1720 to check if your
proposed product is an approved
decking material.
If you have any other building code
related questions please stop by the
Corcoran City Hall or call Mike
Pritchard at 763-400-7033.
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Building Permits Land Use Applications and Final Plats
The Corcoran Planning Commission is an advisory board
and consists of five (5) regular members, and a rotating
City Council liaison that is a non-voting member. The
Planning Commission holds public hearings, reviews and
then makes recommendations regarding land use and
planning applications to the City Council. The following
projects are currently underway or have been presented
as new business to the city of Corcoran Planning
Commission and City Council. For more information,
please contact City Hall at 763-420-2288.
Rezoning, Preliminary Plat and Preliminary PUD
Development Plan for “Encore” (PID 1211923120001,
0111923430002 & 0111923440001) (City file 18-016)
Pulte has submitted a request for approval of “Encore”,
Minnesota’s first Del Webb community. This 398-unit project is located on 220 acres in
Northeast Corcoran. The item was reviewed at the Parks and Trails Commission meeting on
May 15 and June 19. A Public Hearing was held at the Planning Commission meeting on June
7, and the City Council approved the project on June 28.
Preliminary PUD Development Plan/Rezoning and Preliminary Plat for Fehn Meadows 2nd
Addition (City file 18-017) Chris Rains submitted a request for a 14 lot Open Space and
Preservation plat on County Road 117. The item was reviewed at the Parks and Trails
Commission meeting on May 15. A Public Hearing was held at the Planning Commission
meeting on June 7, and the City Council approved on June 28.
Sketch Plan for “Edgewater of Corcoran” at 19220 County Road 10 (PID 25-119-23-14-0003
and 25-119-23-14-0002) (City file 18-018) Trek Development, Inc. has submitted a sketch
plan for a residential development with a 200-unit senior living continuum of care complex,
125-unit apartment and 19 single family homes. The Council gave the applicant feedback at
the May 24 meeting.
Shoulak Ordinance Amendment (City file 18-020)/Lindblad Ordinance Amendment (city file
18-024) James Shoulak and Marie Lindblad applied separately for ordinance amendments to
allow a type of event center in residential areas. While the individual requests are slightly
different, the concept of event centers is similar and staff has notified both applicants that
we will process the requests concurrently. Staff is preparing an ordinance update for
consideration at a public hearing at the August 2 Planning Commission and the August 23
City Council meeting.
2040 Corcoran Comprehensive Plan (City file 17-001) On April 26 the City Council approved
the 2040 Comprehensive Plan for distribution to adjacent jurisdictions for comment. The
adjacent jurisdictions have six months to review and comment and then Corcoran will send
to the Metropolitan Council to review for compliance with regional systems.
Southeast District Master Plan and Design Guidelines Update (City file 18-012) The drafl
2040 Comprehensive Plan anticipates significant changes to the transportation network that
make it necessary to update this plan, which is adopted as Appendix B of the Zoning
Ordinance. At the April 26 meeting, the Council authorized staff to begin this work.
Nuisance Ordinance Ordinance/Process Update (City file 18-013) The Council has directed
staff to be more proactive in the Code Enforcement efforts. Review of the ordinance and
policies suggests that updates are needed in several areas. Staff presented the City Council
with a work plan and schedule at the May 24 meeting. Staff is preparing an ordinance update
for consideration at a public hearing at an upcoming meeting.
Development Rights and Open Space and Preservation Ordinance Updates (City file 18-014)
One of the implementation strategies from the Drafl 2040 Comprehensive Plan was to
consider amendments to the OS&P ordinance to better reflect City goals. Staff presented the
City Council with a work plan and schedule at the May 24 meeting.
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City Ordinance
ATV Dirt Bike Info
Did you know that it is illegal to operate
all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and dirt bikes
— also known as off-road motor- cycles,
on the roadways in Corcoran?
Operating these types of vehicles on
private property is allowed if the property
belongs to you, or you have written
permission from the owner, on your
person, while you are riding.
Section 73.20 (page 83-85) of the
Corcoran Municipal Code states it is
unlawful to operate an ATV, dirt bike
and/or go-cart on any portion of any right
-of-way of any public highway, street,
road, trail, alley, sidewalk, primary or
secondary septic sites, private property of
another without lawful authority, on
public grounds, park property,
playgrounds, or recreational areas.
For Minnesota ATV Trails, please visit
https://www.riderplanet-usa.com/atv/
trails/minnesota_list.htm
For Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources OHV Regulations, visit the link
below:
http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/rlp/
regulations/ohv/ohv_regs.pdf
Fast Fact:
Accessory structures in Corcoran, which do not exceed 200 square feet do not
require a building permit. However, these unpermitted structures must still meet
building code, setbacks, and zoning requirements required by the accessory structure
city ordinance.
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Can I Build an Accessory Structure on my Property?
Building permits are required for accessory
structures over 200 square feet in size. The
maximum size allowed is dependent on your
property size. Although overall structure height is
a factor, the city of Corcoran also measures the
sidewall height. This is the distance measured
form the bottom of the eave to the ground. In
the front or side yard, there is a 10 foot
maximum sidewall height; in the rear yard it is 13
feet 6 inch maximum. On properties less than two acres, the finish materials must
be of a residential style/type (i.e. no metal standing seam siding/pole barn siding)
and the structure must meet all setbacks*.
Accessory Structure Permit Submittal Requirements
One (1) completed building permit application form
Two (2) sets of the proposed building plans showing design, materials, and scale
Two (2) copies of a Certificate of Survey indicating the location of the structure
Or Two (2) copies of a site plan, allowing the proposed structure meets all the
required setbacks by at least two times. Site Plan must be drawn to scale and
indicate the lot dimensions, the location and ground coverage area of existing
structures and the location and area of the proposed structure as well as the
setbacks from all property lines.
Building Plans Must Show the Following
Overhead and Elevation
Size of Building
Sidewall and overall height
Foundation and footings (Size, Depth, Reinforcement, Anchor Bolts, Etc.)
Framing: including walls, headers, trusses/raflers, etc. (Lumber Type, Size,
Spacing, Specifications, Etc.) Finish Materials (Roofing, Siding, etc.) Note: Metal
roofing/siding requires a Certificate of Compliance
Certificate of Survey/ Site Plan must show
Size and location of all existing structures, septic sites, wells, etc.
Size and location of proposed building
Distances to property lines (Setbacks) including:
Sides, Rear, and Front
Provide Scale
*NOTE: Setbacks are measured from the property
line, not the street/road edge. For complete
information as well as other ordinance standards and
permit/plan requirements, please view the accessory
structure checklist located at the city of Corcoran
website at http://bit.ly/2u8pQ8u.
Pictured at right: Accessory structure setbacks in UR and RR
districts in Corcoran.
Public Safety
On Tuesday June 5, 2018, at approximately
1:00 pm, the City of Corcoran sent out a test
notification encouraging residents to sign up
for CodeRED. The CodeRED system will serve
as the backbone of the Corcoran’s
emergency planning and communications
outreach to both citizens and staff. The
system sends telephone calls, text messages,
emails and posts to social media channels in
order to inform residents and protect life and
property. CodeRED was selected for its
reliability and accuracy, as well as the
system’s wide spread adoption across the
U.S. It will be used to notify residents of
significant events in their neighborhood like
flooding, road closures, missing children
notices, and other public safety
emergencies.
Residents living within Corcoran are
encouraged to download the CodeRED
mobile alert app on your mobile device by
visiting https://bit.ly/2wZ5vbY. Once the app
is downloaded, enroll and enter contact
information including cell phone numbers
(for text messaging) and email addresses.
CodeRED
Notification
Services
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The Corcoran Police Department shares
information on Facebook and Twitter
regarding emergency information,
weekly press releases, special events
and other happenings around the
community. View or follow the links
below for more information:
Facebook:
www.facebook.com/pages/Corcoran-
Police-Department/459695357400188
Twitter:
www.twitter.com/corcoranpolice
Corcoran Police
Social Media
Sharing the Road with Bicyclists
Information obtained from www.dps.gov/divisions/ots/pedestrians-bicycles/pages/default.apsx
Bicyclists and motorists share equal responsibility for bicycle safety. The number-one
contributing factor to bicycle-vehicle collisions is failure to yield the right-of-way by
bicyclists and drivers alike.
Bicycle Rules of the Road and Safety Tips
Bicyclists may ride on all Minnesota roads, except where
restricted.
Bicyclists should ride on the road, and must ride in the same
direction as traffic.
Motorists must at all times maintain a three-foot clearance
when passing a bicyclist.
Bicyclists must obey all traffic control signs and signals, just as
motorists.
Bicyclists must signal their turns and should ride in a predictable manner.
Bicyclists must use a headlight and rear reflectors when it's dark. To increase visibility,
add a rear flashing light.
Drivers must drive at safe speeds and be attentive — look for bicyclists, check
blind spots.
Drivers should use caution and look twice for riders when turning.
Drivers should use caution when opening door upon parking on side of road.
Learn more at www.dot.state.mn.us/sharetheroad/
Pedestrian Safety—It’s Everyone’s Responsibility
Safety Tips for Drivers
Scan the road and sidewalks ahead for pedestrians. Drive attentively and at safe speeds.
Remember, pedestrians can be difficult to see, especially in bad weather or at night.
Anticipate pedestrians especially in urban areas, around schools and colleges.
Before making a turn, look in all directions for pedestrians.
Look carefully behind your vehicle before backing up, especially for small children.
Watch for people in wheelchairs and motorized carts, who may be below eye level.
Stop for crossing pedestrians at every intersection, even those without crosswalks or
stoplights. Stop far enough back so drivers in other lanes can also see the pedestrian in
time to stop.
Do not block crosswalks while stopped, and don’t pass other vehicles stopped for
pedestrians.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
Cross streets at marked crosswalks or intersections; don’t
cross-mid block and obey traffic signals.
Make eye contact with drivers and ensure they see you and
will stop.
Clearly show your intentions to cross.
Watch for turning and passing vehicles.
Look across all lanes for moving vehicles before proceeding.
Continue to be alert and watch for vehicles when walking in a
crosswalk — drivers aren't always looking for pedestrians.
Use sidewalks where provided — where no sidewalks are provided, it is usually safer to
walk facing traffic.
Make it easy for drivers to see you — dress in light colors and wear retro-reflective
material. Carry a flashlight when it’s dark.
Alcohol and drugs can impair your ability to walk safely, just like they do a person's ability
to drive.
Use extra caution when crossing multiple-lane, higher speed streets.
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Public Works
It’s Not Just Dust!
Excerpt of an article “Dust: Don’t Eat It! Control It!,” from http://www.usroads.com/journals/
rmej/9806/rm980603.htm
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 fines are small enough to
pass through a #200 sieve and feel like powder when
rubbed between your fingers. When fines 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 fines 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-foot-wide road. Two passes are needed on roads 16 to 18 feet 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
SIDE 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%.
Gravel or Dirt Roads.
What’s the Difference?
There are 102 miles of roads in the City of
Corcoran of which 63 miles are maintained by
the City. Sixty percent of the maintained roads
(36 miles) are gravel. Gravel roads are common
in rural areas and may be referred to as 'dirt
roads' in common speech, but that term is used
more for unimproved roads with no surface
material added. If well-constructed and
maintained, a gravel road is an all-weather
road.
In order to keep gravel roads in good condition,
a dust control product is applied to 27 miles of
the City’s gravel roads. Benefits of using dust
control include a more stabilized road, retained
moisture for prolonged periods to reduce dust,
a smoother driving surface, and reduced gravel
replacement. The dust control product used in
2018 is calcium chloride.
Since not all properties in Corcoran use gravel
roads, the City assesses costs related to the
project to benefitting properties as follows:
Total costs of the project are estimated and a
dollar amount in the City’s general fund is
dedicated towards the project.
The remaining costs are assessed to
benefiting properties based upon what type
of road they live on (neighborhood, high
density collector, cul-de-sac, or low density
collector).
Affected properties are mailed a notice of the
public hearing.
A public hearing is scheduled where affected
properties can make their views heard
formally.
The City Council then finds the project
feasible and moves forward with the
improvement.
Bills are sent out for the project and unpaid
bills are assessed.
The City Council held the Improvement Hearing
on May 10, 2018. Dust control has been applied
to the scheduled roads. Invoices will be mailed
to residents mid-summer. For dust control fees
not paid by September 30, 2018, the late
charge for past due invoices is 1.5% monthly of
the fee, and a one-time $10.00 late fee. Any
unpaid dust control fees will be certified to
Hennepin County and will be added to your
property tax bill. For more information, contact
the City of Corcoran at 763-420-2288.
If you would like further information please
contact Brad Martens at 763-420-2288 or
bmartens@ci.corcoran.mn.us.
Fast Fact:
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 very much appreciated as the Corcoran Public Works department
completes dust control on scheduled collector roads.
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Corcoran Garden Club
Article submitted by Corcoran Gardening Club
Noxious Weeds and Shrubs
Noxious shrub Glossy Buckthorn pictured above.
Noxious weeds can be harmful to humans
and to the environment, as invasions can
threaten the natural diversity and balance
of ecological communities. Noxious weeds
fall into regulatory listings for state
prohibited weeds in Minnesota:
Eradicate List
Includes noxious weeds that are annual,
biennial, or perennial plants designated as
detrimental to human or animal health or
the environment.
Control List
Includes noxious weeds that are
established throughout Minnesota, but
must be controlled by reducing
established populations and preventing
reproduction and spread.
Along with the state prohibited noxious
weed list, Minnesota also has restricted
noxious weeds, and specially regulated
plants. For complete information on
noxious weeds visit:
http://www.mda.state.mn.us/plants/
pestmanagement/weedcontrol/~/media/
Files/plants/weeds/noxiousweeds2018.pdf
Glossy Buckthorn Source:
http://www.mda.state.mn.us/plants/
pestmanagement/weedcontrol/noxiouslist/
glossybuckthorn.aspx
Environmental Updates
page 8 Winter 2015 www.ci.corcoran.mn.us page 8 Summer/Fall 2018
Why Are Wetlands Important?
Source: https://www.epa.gov/wetlands/why-are-wetlands-important
Wetlands are among the most productive ecosystems in the world, comparable to rain
forests and coral reefs. An immense variety of species of microbes, plants, insects,
amphibians, reptiles, birds, fish, and mammals can be part of a wetland ecosystem. Climate,
landscape shape (topology), geology, and the movement and abundance of water help to
determine the plants and animals that inhabit each wetland. The complex, dynamic
relationships among the organisms inhabiting the wetland environment are called food
webs. This is why wetlands in Texas, North Carolina and Alaska differ from one another.
Wetlands can be thought of as "biological supermarkets." They provide great volumes of
food that attract many animal species. These animals use wetlands for part of or all of their
life-cycle. Dead plant leaves and stems break down in the water to form small particles of
organic material called "detritus." This enriched material feeds many small aquatic insects,
shellfish and small fish that are food for larger predatory fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds,
and mammals.
The functions of a wetland and the values of these functions to humans depend on a
complex set of relationships between the wetland and the other ecosystems in the
watershed. A watershed is a geographic area in which water, sediments, and dissolved
materials drain from higher elevations to a common low-lying outlet or basin a point on a
larger stream, lake, underlying aquifer or estuary.
Wetlands play an integral role in the ecology of the watershed. The combination of shallow
water, high levels of nutrients and primary productivity is ideal for the development of
organisms that form the base of the food web and feed many species of fish, amphibians,
shellfish, and insects. Many species of birds and mammals rely on wetlands for food, water,
and shelter, especially during migration and breeding.
Wetlands' microbes, plants, and wildlife are part of global cycles for water, nitrogen and
sulfur. Scientists now know that atmospheric maintenance may be an additional wetlands
function. Wetlands store carbon within their plant communities and soil instead of
releasing it to the atmosphere as carbon dioxide. Thus wetlands help to moderate global
climate conditions.
Far from being useless, disease-ridden places, wetlands provide values that no other
ecosystem can. These include natural water quality improvement, flood protection,
shoreline erosion control, opportunities for recreation and aesthetic appreciation, and
natural products for our use at no cost. Protecting wetlands can protect our safety and
welfare.
Wetlands are hydrologically connected to the surrounding landscape
through surface water and groundwater.
Fast Fact: Disappearing Wetlands
Source: https://freshwater.org/wp-content/uploads/joomla/PDFs/critical-water/wetlands.pdf
Since the time of Minnesota settlement in the 1850’s, over 50 percent of the
approximately 20 million acres of wetland in Minnesota have been filled or
drained in order to make the land more economically productive for agriculture
and other development. Over 90 percent of the original wetlands in the southern
and western regions, where agricultural drainage produced great economic
benefit, have been destroyed. Some areas within those regions are reported to
have less than 1 percent of wetlands remaining.
What is a Culvert and Why
is My Culvert Clogged?
Culverts are usually located under private
driveways, on under roads maintained by
the city or county. When culverts are
operating properly, they help divert water
from one side of a ditch, or a roadway, to
the other side. Culverts also assist to
equalize ponds and to allow wildlife to
pass beneath the road.
The most troublesome problem clogged
culverts present is flooding in unwanted
places. As a homeowner, there are some
things you can do to avoid culverts from
getting clogged. Keep your grass clippings
and fallen leaves away from culvert
openings. Each time the area around the
culvert is mowed and grass clippings are
lefl behind, the greater chance debris will
move into the culvert and settle. In
extreme cases, the culvert can become
completely blocked, perpetuating the
flooding problem.
If you are altering a culvert in a right-of-
way, or adding a new driveway with a
culvert to your property, please notify the
city to verify if a permit is needed. Some
culverts are maintained by the city, so its
always a good idea to call if there is a
question regarding the culvert.
Culvert projects on local county roads can
have significant environmental effects,
some of which may not immediately
appear. If there is a culvert in question, on
a county road, call Hennepin County Public
Works Department at 612-596-0299. If
you believe the culvert in question is
located under a city road, contact City Hall
at 763-420-2288.
www.ci.corcoran.mn.us page 9 Summer/Fall 2018
Environmental Updates
Fall Lawn and Landscape Tips
Source: http://www.mda.state.mn.us/protecting/waterprotection/lawnfalltips.aspx
Fall is the best time of year to fertilize your lawn and control weeds. In fact, healthy
lawns help area lakes and streams. Thick grass prevents soil erosion and absorbs
rainwater. By soaking up rainwater, lawns decrease the amount of storm water runoff
funneling pollutants into lakes and streams.
Here’s How To Keep Your Lawn Healthy In The Fall:
Mow. Mow your grass at a height of two and one-half to
three inches.
Water. Even though it is cooler in the fall, lawns still
need regular watering to maintain plant health and
better survive winter conditions. Water until the ground
begins to freeze.
Fertilize. Mid-to late October is the best time of year to
fertilize your lawn. Fertilizer provides grass with
nutrients for spring growth. Use zero phosphorous lawn
fertilizer unless you are establishing a new lawn or you
have a soil test that indicates additional phosphorus is
needed. Look for a middle number of zero on the
fertilizer package. Water your lawn for one to two hours
afler fertilizer application.
Control Weeds. September is the best time of year to
treat dandelions, plantain, clover, and creeping charlie.
Limited numbers of weeds should be removed by hand
or spot-treated with herbicide.
Sweep Up. Sweep up and reuse lawn care products that
fall on streets, sidewalk and driveways.
Here’s How To Recycle Your Leaves:
Compost. Composting recycles nutrients and helps keep leaves out of streets and
storm sewers.
Mulch. You can use leaves, whole or shredded by a power mower, as winter or
spring mulch.
Mow. If you have less than two inches of leaves covering your lawn, you can
leave them in place and make several passes over them with a power mower. By
shredding them into a fine, thin layer, you will provide your grass with valuable
nutrients and end up with a lawn that looks like it was just raked. Gradually
reduce mowing height to two inches to prevent winter turf damage.
Bag. Rake and bag your leaves. Contact your local garbage disposal company, or
check with a local yard waste facility for disposal options.
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Public Safety
Night to Unite 2018
Join your neighbors across the City of Corcoran on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, to celebrate
Night to Unite!
Night to Unite! is a nationwide event designed to strengthen neighborhood and community
relationships. The Corcoran Police Department encourages participation in this celebration
of community, crime prevention and strong police/community partnerships. You can get
involved by organizing a party for your neighborhood and registering the party online. Visit
http://bit.ly/2sYr5aU or click here to register your neighborhood Night to Unite! party. All
registered parties will be visited by either Police, Fire, City staff or elected officials on Night
to Unite!, Tuesday, August 7.
Neighborhood parties may include anything from large cook-outs with games and prizes to
small gatherings with root-beer floats. Night to Unite! is sponsored by the City of Corcoran,
AAA, and the Minnesota Crime Prevention Association. To help make your party a success, a
party starting basket will be provided to each registered party with prizes and coupons.
Remember, a strong community makes for a safe community. Everything we do to
strengthen the ties among neighbors of all ages, backgrounds and lifestyles makes our
present and future much brighter. Celebrating Night to Unite! with the Corcoran Police
Department and your neighbors is a positive way to build and nurture our community by
starting, quite literally, in your own back (or front) yard.
The City of Corcoran, the Corcoran Lions, and NW Area Jaycees, will again host a city wide
celebration for residents that may not have a formal neighborhood. The event will be held
at the Public Works Building, located at 9100 County Road 19, from 5:00—9:00 pm. There
will be free pork chops on a stick, hot dogs, a free ice cream social, bounce houses, a rock
wall, yard games, fire trucks, a helicopter, SWAT, K-9 dogs, and lots of fun!
Not sure how to start planning your neighborhood party? Click here or visit http://
bit.ly/2ti1Gf5 to checkout the handy links for additional resources in planning your Night to
Unite! neighborhood party.
For more information please contact the Corcoran Police Department at (763) 420-8966.
Please register your Night to Unite! neighborhood party by July 20 for this year’s Night to
Unite event. We look forward to seeing you on August 7!
Fast Fact:
The Night to Unite! is Minnesota’s offshoot of National Night Out which was
established, and has been held annually since 1984. Night to Unite! is sponsored by the
Minnesota Crime Prevention Association, AAA of Minnesota/Iowa and local law
enforcement agencies. The event is meant to increase awareness about police
programs in communities, such as drug prevention, town and neighborhood watches,
and other anti-crime efforts. Corcoran celebrates its third year of participating in the
national Night to Unite!
Night to Unite 2018
Coloring Contest
Coloring contest rules:
1 entry per child
Voting will be open on Facebook until
contest closes on August 7, 2018.
All entries must be dropped off or
mailed to the Corcoran City Hall/
Police Department, 8200 County
Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340. The
entries will be added to Facebook in
July, and then as they are received,
but the earlier the better!
Entry coloring sheets can be picked up at
the Corcoran City Hall, Corcoran Police
Department or at participating locations.
Additional coloring sheets are located
online on the Corcoran Police
Department Facebook page and also at
the City of Corcoran website at
www.ci.corcoran.mn, select
Organizations/Events, and then
Corcoran Night to Unite.
Coloring Contest Prizes:
1st Place:
Ride to school in a police car
2nd Place :
Milk and doughnuts
with a police officer
3rd Place :
A visit at your house from
a police officer
page 11 Summer/Fall 2018 www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
Corcoran Police Department Adds K9 Officer to Team
K9 Zeke is a 2-year old Belgian Malinois who came to the
Corcoran Police Department from the Czech Republic in
February 2018. K9 Zeke was purchased with funds donated to
the City from community members and local organizations.
K9 Zeke and Officer Vojacek completed over 500 hours of
training. During that time, K9 Zeke learned to track people,
assist in dangerous situations, locate narcotics, and to search for
items thrown by suspects.
K9 Zeke is extremely social, loves Kong toys, tennis balls, and
working alongside Officer Vojacek. Come meet us at Night to
Unite!
Environmental Updates
Minnesota’s
Good Garden Spiders
Source: http://www.fcps.edu/islandcreekes/
ecology/black_and_yellow_argiope.htm
Don’t Be Afraid
If you see a spider like the one in the picture
above, enjoy looking at the beautiful web and
know the spider is harmless to humans. In fact,
this very large orb weaver actually does a lot of
good, as they eat large amounts of insect pests
like flies, mosquitoes and aphids. The official
name of this spider is a Black and Yellow Ar-
giope and is a common orb web spider in Min-
nesota. Orb means it spins a web in a circle.
These spiders prefer sunny places with no wind
to build their webs, and rarely venture inside
human dwellings. Each night, they eat their
web and build a new one. Typically this garden
spider only lives for one year, afler mating in
the fall, the female eats the males, lays her egg
sac on the side the web, then dies soon afler.
Spiderlings hatch in the spring.
Attracting Spiders to Your Garden
The most common garden spiders do not spin
webs, rather they hang out in your garden
waiting for prey under bushes or in mulch. Like
any predator, spiders are attracted to good
hunting. Perennial herbs that grow into lush
bushes can make a good spider conservatory,
and mulches like grass clippings create a biode-
gradable habitat for spiders.
A few other good garden spiders include wolf
spiders, jumping spiders and crab spiders. Wolf
spiders carry their young on their backs and
live in shallow underground burrows and are
common beneath mulch. Jumping spiders hunt
during the day by pouncing on their prey,
which includes flies and other winged insects.
Wolf spiders also use a string of silk to tether
themselves in case they miss a jump. Crab spi-
ders have oversized front legs, making them
look like a miniature crab. They are oflen called
flower spiders as they are attracted to the
bright colors of flowers and can change color to
match the flower color they have chosen as
their hunting perch.
Bee Friendly Plants That Promote Healthy Bee Activity
Article Submitted by Heidi’s GrowHaus
What do Cosmos, Monarda and Coneflower have in common? They are bee-friendly plants
that promote healthy bee activity! Did you know that some growers genetically enhance
their flowers with pesticides which directly impact the health of the world’s bees and the
pollination of our crops? It is up to citizen gardeners to help maintain the health of our
pollinators by adding to the inventory of flower-rich habitat and planting bee-friendly
plants. Consider replacing part or all of your front lawn grass with flowering plants to
provide food for honey bees, bumble bees, solitary bees, butterflies, and other
pollinators. You need only a small plot of land for a bee garden—it can even be a window
container or rooflop—to create an inviting oasis for bees. Every little bit can help to
nurture bees and other pollinators.
Planting three seasons of bee-friendly flowers will ensure your bee garden is a popular spot
all season:
Crocus, hyacinth, calendula, and wild lilac provide enticing spring blooms in a bee
garden.
Bees feast on bee balm (Monarda), cosmos, coneflowers (Echinacea ), snapdragons,
foxglove, and hosta in the summer.
For fall, zinnias, sedum, asters, witch hazel, and goldenrod are late bloomers that will
tempt foragers.
In addition to hosting their own beehives, Heidi’s GrowHaus holds free and informative
classes in the importance of pollinator plants and the art of beekeeping. See our summer
events regarding bees. Stop in – we are always glad to answer questions about bee-
friendly flowers and plantings.
Free Classes Open to the Public
Please RSVP to the events to info@bloomonmn.com
Fun and Free Teachable Tuesdays Presentations
4:00-6:00 pm
July 10: Mushroom Growing
Bee Squad
2:00-3:00 pm
July 24
Representatives from the U of M Bee Squad will be on hand
to promote programs offered by the U of M Bee Squad. They
will be servicing GrowHaus’ beehives during this time as
well, and you may observe them in action and ask questions.
Special Event: Bee Smart Saturday
12:00 pm — 2:00 pm
July 28
Bee Smart Saturday Free fun for all ages! Learn about bees and pollinator plants from
Women Who Buzz! Participate in a capture and release walk and wear a bee suit! Anne
Turnham from the U of M Bee Squad will talk about how to acquire your own bee boxes
and programs offered by the U of M Bee Squad.
page 12 Summer/Fall 2018 www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
The City Hall Community Room is
available to rent for family or business
events. The Corcoran Community Room
is a great location for family holiday
gatherings, graduation parties, birthday
parties, weddings, baby or wedding
showers, and family reunions.
The Community Room is 45 x 45 feet
and accommodates seating for up to
150, has a full kitchen, men’s/women’s
restrooms and access to the Memorial
Garden with a gazebo behind the City
Hall. Banquet, classroom, and lecture
style seating are available for room
setup options.
Community Room rental fees per day:
Monday-Thursday $150.00
Friday $275.00
Saturday or Sunday $350.00
Park Shelter/Picnic Facility rental fees
per day:
Park Shelter $100.00
Ballfields/Soccer Fields $30.00
(6 hour usage)
Lion’s Field $30.00
(Addl $30.00 per game for lights)
Tennis Courts $30.00
(All courts-4 hour usage)
Volleyball Court $30.00
(4-hour usage)
For more information, please contact City
Hall at 763-420-2288 or view the City’s
website at www.ci.corcoran.mn.us.
Community Room/
Park Rental
Fast Fact: What Is Illicit Discharge?
Eliminating illicit discharge is critical to restoring our watersheds. When water cannot
meet designated uses for drinking water, fishing or recreation can be affected: waterfront
home values fall; fish harvesting can be restricted or halted; and illicit discharges can
close beaches, primarily as a result of bacteria contamination. In addition to public health
impacts associated with illicit discharges, aquatic life, and wildlife are significantly
impacted. Numerous fish kills and other aquatic life losses have occurred as a result of
illicit discharge, accidental dumping, or spills that resulted in lethal concentrations of
combined pollutants being release into our watersheds. Visit https://www3.epa.gov/
npdes/pubs/nps_month_bookmark.pdf for ways to limit illicit discharges.
page 13 Summer/Fall 2018 www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
Environmental Updates
Paper
Mail, office/school papers
Magazines and catalogs
Newspapers and inserts
Phone books
Shredded paper in closed paper bags
Boxes
Cardboard
Cereal and cracker
boxes
Shoe boxes, gifl boxes
and electronics boxes
Toothpaste, medication, and other
toiletry boxes
Cartons
Milk cartons
Juice boxes
Soup, broth, and wine cartons
Glass
Food and beverage bottles and jars
Plastic
Bottles and Jugs
Water, soda, and juice
bottles
Milk and juice jugs
Ketchup and salad
dressing bottles
Dishwashing liquid bottles and
detergent jugs
Shampoo, soap and lotion bottles
Cups and containers:
Yogurt, pudding and fruit cups
Disposable cups and bowls
Margarine, cottage cheese, and other
containers
Produce, deli, and take out containers
Plastic
Packaging:
Clear Packaging from toys and
electronics
Metal
Food and beverage cans
Recycle Batteries at
City Hall
Some batteries contain toxic metals,
such as cadmium, lead or mercury,
which poses a threat to human health
and the environment when batteries are
improperly disposed of. City Hall has a
battery recycling bin
located at the front
doors of City Hall. Place
batteries in a clear
plastic bag or tape the
positive (+) terminal of
lithium and lithium-ion batteries to
prevent fires. If you cannot remove the
batteries from the device, you will need
to bring the entire device to a Hennepin
County drop-off facility. No automotive
are batteries accepted. Visit
www.hennepin.us/batteryrecycling to
locate additional drop-off locations.
Non-Recyclable Materials
Styrofoam, plastic wrap, microwaveable
food trays, paper soiled with food, paper
plates and towels, drinking glasses,
dishes, mirrors, needles, plastic bags or
any containers that held hazardous
products.
Hennepin County Recyclable Materials
BYOB
Bring Your Own Bag
Common sense beckons
us that it is better to bring
reusable bags when com-
pleting weekly shopping.
On average we only recycle one plastic
bag in every 200 we use. Each year, an
estimated 500 billion to 1 trillion plastic
bags are consumed worldwide. That
comes out to over one million per
minute.
Source: https://conservingnow.com/plastic-bag-
consumption-facts/
page 14 Summer/Fall 2018
2018 Corcoran
Recycling Schedule
www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
Environmental Updates
Join the Zero Waste Challenge and Slash Your Trash
Source: https://www.hennepin.us/zerowastechallenge
If you’re interested in taking steps to prevent
waste but aren’t sure where to start, Hennepin
County’s Zero Waste Challenge is a great way
to learn more and get hands-on help.
The county is looking for 50 households to
participate in the eight-month-long challenge
that takes an in-depth look at the goods we buy and waste we create to uncover
opportunities to recycle more and reduce waste.
Although many people know that preventing waste is a great way to lower their impact on
the environment and reduce the amount of stuff they have to deal with, taking action and
making change can be hard. The county developed the challenge to help people figure out
the best waste-reduction actions to take and how to fit them into their lives.
Zero Waste Challenge Participants Learn a Lower-Waste
Lifestyle
This year’s challenge families took a wide variety of actions on their journeys toward zero
waste, including some of the following:
Improving recycling: Taking organics to a drop-off site, adding backyard composting,
and learning about wish-cycling (and stopping!).
Eliminating disposables: Using steel straws instead of disposable ones, switching to
reusable feminine products, sewing reusable sandwich bags, and using
handkerchiefs, coffee mugs, cloth napkins and reusable produce bags.
Preventing waste in the first place: Making beeswax wrap, learning to cook more from
scratch, getting chickens, organizing the fridge, shopping in bulk, and cutting back
on online shopping.
Getting everyone involved: Many households commented about how involved
children were, such as one family’s two-year-old who already knows how to say
when something is “compostable.”
Participate in the Next Zero Waste Challenge
With the assistance of county staff, participating households identify low-waste lifestyle
changes they would like to make and track their progress by reporting the amount of
recycling and trash generated in their homes.
Participating households will:
Receive hands-on, personalized coaching to assess the waste generated in their
homes, develop a customized waste reduction plan, and make low-waste lifestyle
changes.
Have opportunities to attend waste-reduction workshops on topics like low-waste
shopping, green cleaners and backyard composting and connect with other
households striving to live lower waste lifestyles.
Receive bi-weekly tips on waste reduction topics and get access to supplies and
educational materials.
Commit to tracking and reporting the waste their household generates for four weeks
at the beginning and end of the challenge, schedule time for a home visit with
county staff during the challenge, and make their best attempt to adopt actions to
reduce the amount of waste created in their households.
The challenge will go from September 10, 2018, to April 30, 2019. Registration will open
Friday, July 27, at www.hennepin.us/zerowastechallenge, and interested households
should complete the online application at by Sunday, August 19.
2018 Corcoran
Event Calendar
Jul 4: HOLIDAY—City Hall Closed
CANC Jul 5: Planning Commission Meeting
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Jul 5-8: Hamel Rodeo
Corcoran Lion’s Park
Visit http://hamelrodeo.org
Jul 12: City Council Meeting
5:45 pm — Council Work Session
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
CANC Jul 17: Parks and Trails Meeting
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Jul 26: City Council Meeting
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Aug 2: Planning Commission Meeting
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Aug 7: Corcoran Night To Unite!
Click here for more information or visit
www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
Aug 9: City Council Meeting
5:45 pm — Council Work Session
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Aug 12: Great Hope Get Together Event
Location: Hope Community Church
www.myhopecommunity.org/ghgt/
Aug 14: Parks & Trails Meeting
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Aug 17-18: Corcoran Country Daze
www.corcorancountrydaze.org
Aug 19: NH Pioneer Society Summerfest
Location: Corcoran Burschville School House
Aug 19: St. Thomas Parish Festival
Location: St. Thomas the Apostle Church
Aug 23: City Council Meeting
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Aug 25: NTPA Tractor Pull
Location: Lion’s Park
Gates open at 5:00/Starts at 7:00
Sept 3: HOLIDAY—City Hall Closed
Sept 6: Planning Commission Meeting
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Sept 8: Demo Derby
Location: Lion’s Park
Gates open 5:00/Starts at 7:00
Sept 13: City Council Meeting
7:00 pm — Council Chambers
Corcoran Happenings
Burschville School Summerfest Event
Sponsored by North Hennepin Pioneer Society
Date: August 19, 2018
Where: Corcoran’s Burschville School
22995 County Road 10, Corcoran, MN
(4½ miles west of Corcoran on Hennepin County Road 10)
Time: 12:00—4:30 pm
All alumni, family and friends are welcome to celebrate Summerfest
again at the annual fundraising event at Corcoran’s Burschville School!
North Hennepin Pioneer Society hosts the event with support from
area businesses. Join in the fun, including entertainment by the Jolly
Jammers, face painting, kids games, door prizes, a raftfe for Twins
tickets, a flea market, the famous “Those Pork Chops,” and more!
Funds raised focus on supporting the last remaining schoolhouse in
Corcoran. The images at right depict two brothers, Randy and Dough
Manthei, in a Burschville School classroom photo from 1962-63
(bottom photo). Fast forward fifly-five years later (top photo), as the
two brothers recreate the photo at Summerfest 2017.
For any further information or an appointment to see the school,
please contact:
Verneal Klersy 763-498-8677
Betty Lange 763-286-0877
Bonnie Maue 763-420-3440
Email: corcoranschool1894@gmail.com
St. Thomas the Apostle Church, located at the
intersection of County Roads 10 and 116 in
Corcoran, will again celebrate their Parish
Festival on Sunday, August 19, 2018. Come
enjoy a fabulous turkey dinner from 11:00 am
to 3:00 pm.
The festival also includes:
Cash bingo, garage sale, kids’ games, farmers’
market, crafl sale, silent auction, cake walk,
country music and a grand prize raftfe drawing
(you do not need to be present to win).
Come enjoy a fun filled aflernoon!
St. Thomas the Apostle
Annual Parish Festival
Sponsored by St. Thomas the Apostle Church
Date: August 19, 2018
Location:
St. Thomas the Apostle Church
20000 County Road 10
Corcoran, MN 55340
page 15 Summer/Fall 2018 www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
Save the Date — Huge Garage Sale!
Where: St. Thomas the Apostle Church
20000 County Road 10, Corcoran, MN 55340
When: October 3-5, 2018
Oct 3 — 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Oct 4 — 8:00 am to 8:00 pm – 50% off from 4 pm to 8 pm
Oct 5 – 8:00 am to 1:30 pm – bag day all day - $4/bag and
unlimited bags.
Questions? Please contact Elaine Kramer at 763-494-4332
Date: September 15, 2018
Time: Noon to 8:00 pm
Cost: No admission fee; Donations are
appreciated
Visit website for parking information
at www.shoubf.com
Early in 2011, Judy Shoulak of Corcoran
was diagnosed with breast cancer. In the
fall of that year, Judy, her husband Jim,
and children Jake, Sarah and Joe began
hosting an annual outdoor music festival
to raise money for breast cancer
awareness, research and education,
support, treatment, and a cure. Today,
Judy and her family are celebrating her
being cancer-free for seven years, but
the Shoulak BreastFest™ Music
Festival continues.
Now in its eighth year, the casual
backyard festival has raised
over $250,000 for various local
charities. The seven local charity
partners include: Breast Cancer
Education Association (BCEA), The Firefly
Sisterhood, The Hope Chest, Park
Nicollet Foundation, Piper Breast Cancer
Emergency Fund, The Angel Foundation,
and Susan G. Komen for the Cure -
Minnesota.
The day features a Survivor’s Ceremony,
and food and beverages from Buffalo
Wild Wings and other vendors. Past
silent auction items have included
limited-edition bicycles and guitars,
signed sports memorabilia, grills, tickets
to pro sports events, and handcrafled
items. Over the years, timeshare
vacations, trips to the NFL Pro Bowl and
other NFL games, and autographed
footballs and helmets have been
auctioned off in the live auction. This
year, Minnesota musicians will again
provide live music; bands include
Consolation Champ, and The Sevilles.
For complete information visit:
www.shoubf.com
Sponsored by Shoulak family and various
other charity partners
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Corcoran Happenings
Corcoran Lions Scholarship Awards Ceremony
The Corcoran Lions Scholarship Awards Ceremony was held on Tuesday
May 15, 2018, at the Corcoran City Hall. The event on May 15, celebrates
the 30th Corcoran Lions Scholarship program. Since the first ceremony in
1989, over 903 scholarships totaling $538,200. have been issued to
Corcoran students within the public school districts serving the Corcoran
area. The 2017-18 school year included 12 recipients who attend school at, Buffalo High
School (3), Delano High School (3), Rockford High School (2), Perpich Arts High School (1),
Heritage Christian Academy (1), Home School (1) and Providence Academy (1).
The Scholarship Committee members included Jerry and Dee Cain, Ryan Schlegel and John
Anderson. The award process includes five categories: academics/school and extra-
curricular activities, community activities, leadership, employment, and other relevant
circumstances. Each category is scored 0-5 to arrive at a total score. Profits from events at
Lion’s Park makes the Corcoran Lions scholarship program possible.
Bill and Charlotte Schalo Memorial Community Service Scholarship
The 9th Annual Bill and Charlotte Schalo Memorial Community Service Scholarship was
established 2010. The 2018 recipient of the Bill and Charlotte Schalo Memorial Community
Service Scholarship is Buffalo High School Senior Grace Edin of Corcoran.
Both Bill and Charlotte Schalo were exceptional Lions members, and were always giving
back to the community in many ways. Bill and Charlotte were always present at Lions and
community events, they were active in church activities, assisted and visited homebound
seniors, and volunteered for Meals on Wheels, just to name a few of the volunteer
contributions they made to
the Corcoran community.
In 2010, Bill passed away,
and the Schalo family gave
the Corcoran Lions a
donation. In honor of Bill
and Charlotte’s many years
of service, the Corcoran
Lions initiated a scholarship
for individuals who
exemplify excellent
community service in the
City of Corcoran.
July 5-8, 2018: Hamel Rodeo
http://hamelrodeo.org
August 25, 2018: NTPA Tractor Pull
Gates open at 5:00 pm/Starts at 7:00 pm
September 8, 2018: Demo Derby
Gates open 5:00 pm/Starts at 7:00 pm
October 2018: Haunted Acres
(Specific date to be announced)
Left to right: Lion Chair Jerry Cain, Kamryn Friedrich from Perpich Arts High School, Debby Lehtola
from Buffalo High School, Bridget Murphy from Providence Academy, Jordyn Wentzel from Delano
High School, Emily Westrich was home schooled, Corcoran City Councilmember Jonathan Bottema ,
Corcoran Lions President Dave Poppler, and Jack Schalo, son of Bill and Charlotte Schalo.
Not present: Kayla Calder and Tyler Gearin from Rockford High School, Grace Eiden and Sarah
Hudson from Buffalo High School, Kylie Galloway from Heritage Christian Academy, David Gerecke
and Jacob Gerecke of Delano High School.
Future Corcoran Lions Events
All events at Lions Park — visit www.corcoranlions.org for more info
Celebrating the 21st Anniversary of Hope
Community Church! Please join Hope Com-
munity Church for these FREE all the fun in
one day activities!
Great Hope Get Together Activities
Free Corn Feed
11:30 am
Afternoon Activities
Hayrides
Inflatables
Petting Zoo
Face Painting & More!
Free Hot Dogs and Brats
4:30 pm
Hope’s Got Talent!
Hope’s Got Talent begins at 5:15 pm
Corcoran Happenings
NW Area Jaycees Scholarship Awards Ceremony
Congratulations to all graduates that reside in the city of Corcoran!
It is so wonderful that the city is full of talented individuals who
have dedicated themselves to school, and will continue on their
journey to college, career, or travel. The Northwest Area Jaycees
are especially honored to congratulate the recipients of the Northwest Area
Jaycees Scholarships.
Each year the Northwest Area Jaycees award Corcoran residents up to $20,000 in
scholarship funds. Throughout the past decade, the organization has donated over
$300,000 to students furthering their education. Scholarship awards are based on
four categories: Leadership, Community Involvement, Financial Need, and
Academics. All of the scholarship recipients this year have excelled in their
leadership, have a passion to serve our community and are truly academic all-stars.
We are honored to announce our support to 10 Corcoran residents, all listed in the
picture above. You will all make us proud as you continue on to higher education
and share your leadership skills with your fellow classmates. Be bold, have fun, and
don't forget to give back to the community.
Wherever you end up, community is an
absolute crucial component to developing
safe and welcoming cities.
Pictured at right:
Left to right: Alyssa Loven, Samantha Newstrom,
Debby Lehtola, Hyrum Smith, Grace Eiden, Aydin
Schreber, and Maddison Haeger.
Not present: Kamryn Friedrich, Maddy Tharp, and
Sarah Hudson.
CROSS Meals on Wheels
What is Meals on Wheels? CROSS
Meals on Wheels offers delivery of
hot, ready-to-eat meals to elderly,
disabled, and homebound individuals
living in Corcoran, Maple Grove,
Osseo, Rogers, and Dayton.
When are meals delivered? Meals are
delivered between 11 am to 12:30 pm
Monday through Friday.
What type of food is served? Meals
are a main entrée, vegetable, bread,
dessert, fruit, and milk.
Can relatives sign up their loved
ones? Family members are
encouraged to contact CROSS to
obtain information about enrolling
loved ones.
How much does it cost? With the new
sliding fee program, the home
delivered meal program is now open
to more community members, the
meal price determined on eligibility to
pay and need.
Do you need volunteers? As our
program grows, so does the need for
volunteer drivers. Whether once a
month or once a week, CROSS will
work around your schedule. Drivers
must have their own vehicle, driver’s
license and insurance.
Based in Rogers, CROSS Services in a
nonprofit organization serving families
and individuals for 38 years. For more
information, contact CROSS at 763-
425-1050, info@CROSSservices.org, or
visit www.CROSSservices.org.
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Date: August 12, 2018
Location:
Hope Community Church
19951 Oswald Farm Road
Corcoran, MN 55374
For more information please visit:
www.myhopecommunity.com/Ghgt
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Corcoran Happenings
This is a fun mud or grass volleyball
tournament in memory of a beautiful
and talented woman who loved to
play volleyball with her friends and
family.
When: Saturday August 18, 2018
Check in: 8:00 am
Where: Corcoran City Park
Fee: $60 per team
Visit www.corcorancountrydaze.org
to register. Registration due
Wednesday, August 15.
DETAILS:
Coed teams of four
Minimum of two women on the
court at all times
Guaranteed four matches
“Call-your-own” tournament with
officiated playoffs
Players must be 18 years or older
Prizes:
Swag bags for each team with drink
tickets
1st Place $90 Cash, T-shirts &
Traveling Trophy
2nd Place $60 Cash
3rd Place $30 Cash
Event proceeds go to the
Jessica Lynn LaFave Foundation
Please contact Jessica C. Buck
with any questions at
jchristensenbuck@ci.corcoran.mn.us
www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
Purchase Tickets Early!
Visit www.corcorancountrydaze.org or visit the NW Area Jaycees
Facebook event page for more details. Corcoran Country Daze is
hosted by the NW Area Jaycees and sponsored by local businesses.
Thanks to all for helping to make this event possible each year. All
proceeds go back to the surrounding communities through the many
events the NW Area Jaycees support, including hardship donations,
children’s events, scholarships, food shelf donations,
etc. Please join us for Minnesota’s largest backyard
festival!
Corcoran Country Daze
Information provided by Northwest Area Jaycees (NW Area Jaycees)
Welcome to Minnesota’s Largest Backyard Festival
Corcoran Country Daze is celebrating its 15th year with more exciting,
national entertainment on August 17 and 18, 2018! A quick reminder
that Corcoran County Daze is now located at Corcoran Lions Park, at
Bass Lake Road and County Road 101! Corcoran Country Daze is one of
the best weekends of the summer!
Friday, August 17 (Corcoran Lions Park unless location listed separately)
6:00 pm: Men’s soflball tournament at the Corcoran City Park ball fields
4:00 pm: Gates open
6:00 pm—12:00 am: Hometown Heroes Event featuring Church of Cash, Canaan Smith and
the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (two free tickets for police, fire, EMT, and Military members)
Fireworks show at dusk honoring our Veterans!
Saturday, August 18 (Corcoran Lions Park)
8:00 am: Soflball and Grass Volleyball Tournament (Corcoran City Park)
10:00 am: Free Kid’s Day
10:00 am: Classic Car Show
10:00 am: 2nd Annual Waterball Tournament
6:00 pm: Gates open
6:00 pm —12:00 am: Southern Express, Night Ranger and Dennis De Young
Fireworks show at dusk!
Corcoran Country Daze
Grass Volleyball
Tournament
Sponsored by Corcoran
Parks & Recreation
Corcoran Athletic Association
This summer the Corcoran Athletic Association officially transitioned into the Parks and
Recreation program now offered through the City of Corcoran. New this fall, t-ball and
coach pitch (near ball) will be offered through the Corcoran Parks and Recreation
department! The fall season will last approximately 4 weeks starting at the end of August.
Bats, game balls, and helmets will be provided. Kids should bring their own gloves and
water bottles.
T-ball will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Coach pitch will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
**Volunteer Coaches Needed! If you’re interested, please be
sure to mark that on you registration form. Coaches will be
reimbursed for one child registration.**
Register online at http://www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
Registration opened on June 22, and will remain open until
August 8 (or until filled).
Contact Recreation Coordinator Jessica Christensen Buck with any questions at
jchristensenbuck@ci.corcoran.mn.us.
Fast Fact:
Source: http://www.mnopedia.org/person/sibley-henry-h-1811-1891
Henry H. Sibley was elected the first governor in a statewide election held on
October 13, 1857 and took office following Minnesota's entry into the Union
as the 32nd state on May 11, 1858.
Are you Registered to Vote?
Voter Registration is required prior to
casting your ballot. Voter registration
applications can be completed online at
https://mnvotes.sos.state.mn.us/
VoterRegistration/
VoterRegistrationStep1.aspx, by clicking
here to printout the voter registration
application, or by applying in-person on
election day (includes in-person absentee
voting).
To register, you must be:
A U.S. citizen
At least 18 years old on Election Day
A resident of Minnesota for 20 days
Finished with all parts of any felony
sentence
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.
Elections Information on the
City of Corcoran Website
Elections information is available on the
City’s website to provide additional
information on elections. You can find this
section under the ‘Government’ tab on the
City’s website at www.ci.corcoran.mn.us.
Election Information
Absentee Voting and Direct Balloting
Absentee Vote Via Mail
If you are unable to vote in person at City Hall, visit the mnvotes.org 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 (8200
County Road 116) or call 763-400-7029 to request that an absentee ballot
application be sent to you. Upon receipt of completed and signed application, your
absentee ballot will be sent to you.
Vote Absentee in Person
Corcoran residents can No-Excuse Absentee Vote for the Primary Election at:
Corcoran City Hall (8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340) starting Friday,
June 29th, 2018 for the Primary Election. Hours for voting are 8:00 am to 4:00
pm Monday through Friday and closed Saturday and Sunday. City Hall will be
open extended hours for absentee voting for the primary election
10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday, August 11, 2018. City hall will remain open
Monday, August 13, 2018, until 5:00 pm.
Direct Balloting
Corcoran voters can directly place their ballots into a ballot counter when voting in
person starting: Tuesday, August 7 through Monday, August 13, 2018 for the
Primary Election.
Candidate Filing
The City of Corcoran’s next municipal election will be held on November 6, 2018.
Corcoran will have three positions on the General Election ballot for City offices: Mayor
(two-year term) and two City Councilmember positions (four-year terms).
Interested Corcoran residents can file for these offices at Corcoran City Hall, 8200
County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340. The filing period opens July 31, and closes at
5:00 pm on August 14. City Hall will be open regular office hours (Monday—Friday 8:00
am to 4:00 pm) during the filing period with extended hours on August 11, from 10:00
am until 3:00 pm, and August 13, until 5:00 pm.
Requirements for those individuals seeking public office:
Candidate must be an eligible voter.
Candidate is, or will be on assuming the office, 21 years of age or older.
Candidate has maintained residence in the district from which the candidate seeks
election for 30 days before the general election.
The filing fee is $10.00 and is payable upon filing. For more information on candidate
filing contact Jessica Beise, City Clerk/Administrative Services Coordinator via email at
jbeise@ci.corcoran.mn.us or via phone at 763-400-7029.
Candidate Forum
Hosted by the League of Women Voters
Save the date for the City Council Candidate Forum on October 10 (time TBD), at Corcoran
City Hall, 8200 County Road 116, Corcoran, MN 55340. For more information visit
www.ci.corcoran.mn.us.
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Election Links
Ways to Register
https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-
voting/register-to-vote/
Where Do I Vote?
https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-
voting/election-day-voting/
Other Ways to Vote
https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-
voting/other-ways-to-vote/
What’s On My Ballot?
https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-
voting/whats-on-my-ballot/
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Election Dates
Primary Election Dates
June 29: Absentee Voting for
Primary Begins
July 24: Last Day to Pre-Register to Vote
for the Primary
(Registration on Election Day Available)
Aug 7: Direct Balloting Begins
Aug 10: Last Day for Direct Balloting
Aug 11: City Hall is Open for Absentee
Voting from 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Aug 13: Absentee Voting Ends at 5:00 pm
Aug 14: Primary Election Day
Candidate Filing Ends
City Council Candidates
July 31: Filing Opens for Candidates
for General
Aug 16: Candidate Withdrawal Closes at
5:00 pm
General Election Dates
Sept 21: Absentee Voting for
General Begins
Oct 10: Candidate forum Hosted by
League of Women Voters
Oct 16: Last Day to Pre-Register to Vote
for the Election
(Registration on Election Day Available)
Oct 30: Direct Balloting Begins
Nov 3: City Hall is Open for Absentee
Voting from 10:00 am-3:00 pm
Nov 5: In-Person Absentee Voting Ends
at 5:00 pm
Nov 6: General Election Day
Nov TBD — Canvassing Election Results
For more information on elections, contact
Jessica Beise, City Clerk / Administrative Ser-
vices Coordinator via email at
jbeise@ci.corcoran.mn.us.
Recycling News
General Information
Visit or click on the link below
for more information:
Refrigerator Insider: Save Food
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City of Corcoran
Main Office — 763-420-2288
Monday-Friday 8:00 am — 4:00 pm
City of Corcoran meetings can be viewed
via video links at www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
Upcoming Meetings
Planning Commission Meetings
Aug 2, Sept 6, & Oct 4
7:00 pm
Parks & Trails Commission Meetings
Aug 21, & Sept 18
7:00 pm
Corcoran City Council Meetings
Jul 12 & Jul 26, Aug 9 & Aug 23, Sept 13 &
Set 27
7:00 pm
City Website
www.ci.corcoran.mn.us
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Corcoran News is published quarterly by
the City of Corcoran to update residents
and businesses on city government news.
City Council
Ron Thomas, Mayor
rthomas@ci.corcoran.mn.us
Jonathan Bottema, Councilor
jbottema@ci.corcoran.mn.us
Brian Dejewski, Councilor
bdejewski@ci.corcoran.mn.us
Mike Keefe Councilor
mkeefe@ci.corcoran.mn.us
Tonya LaFave, Councilor
tlafave@ci.corcoran.mn.us
City Administrator
Brad Martens
763-400-7030
bmartens@ci.corcoran.mn.us
Water Quality Report
Consumer Confidence Report
Water Quality
Southeast Corcoran now has municipal
water services. 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 2017 report on the City’s
website visit:
https://www.ci.corcoran.mn.us/vertical/
sites/%7BA13DB5FF-43A9-4A27-A5A0-
44E78D9C28BC%7D/uploads/
City_of_Corcoran_-_2017_ Consumer_
Confidence_Reporting.pdf