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From Your Mayor
Here Comes Fall~
Seasons are changing and we have enjoyed a productive, and safe, summer. Only a couple of trees came down as storms largely missed us. A damaged fence section at the tennis court was replaced. Our new stormwater drainage pond handled all the demands upon it, protecting city streets, commercial properties, and homeowners in the adjacent areas.
Budget
planning for 2017 portends few surprises from the city for taxpayers. Our current levy of $1,007,992 provides about 95 percent of revenues with other sources including fees and grants. Staff efforts have offset most expected line item increases with managed efficiencies and cuts elsewhere. The Council has sought to be frugal without impairing the quality of services.
Public Safety comprises over 50 percent of our budget. Police and fire service costs are rising $25,924 (4.8 percent) in accordance with long-term contracts that balance proportional property values with actual call demand. We enjoy the fastest police response times in the entire Westonka area resulting in lives saved by the first-responder medical function.
As of now, our budget would require a 1.9 percent levy increase to generate $19,151 to balance. This is the preliminary figure the Council approved. Further work will be done until a final figure is set in December.
Projects
such as the West Arm street and drainage plan are finally being completed. The $1.2 million Water Plant upgrade, 100 percent financed with a state grant, is beyond the construction phase and ready for installation of the treatment equipment.
Sincerely yours,
Your Mayor~
Bruce Williamson
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From the City Desk 
Neighbors Helping Neighbors~
The first season of the community garden at Wilkes Park has been successful. All 12 plots were quickly reserved before the start of the growing season and there have been additional requests since that time so the City is considering adding a couple of new plots next year.
Notice to Residents with Water Softeners
Beginning on Tuesday, October 4 the City of Orono will start supplying the City of Spring Park with water for approximately two to three weeks due to construction on the City's water plant. There will be no interruption in service, but please take note that you may want to bypass or adjust your water softener level, as the City of Orono pre-softens their water. Check the City's website frequently between October 15 and October 25 as we will update the 'News' section of the City's website to notify residents when the City switches back to its regular water supply.
Congratulations
Wendy Lewin!
City Clerk Wendy Lewin officially retired in September after many years of public service including 10 years with the City of Spring Park. The City would like to thank Wendy for her hard work and dedication and wish her well in retirement.
 New Public Works Contract
The new PeopleService contract began in September and Dallas Roggeman, Public Works contractor, is now located in Spring Park.
Elections
Don't forget to vote on Tuesday, November 8
at City Hall from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Laker's "Spring Park Candidate Issue" will be published in mid-October. You can also view candidate statements online at
http://www.lmcc-tv.org
Help Reduce Lines on Election Day:
Voter Registration
- Voters in Minnesota can register to vote at the polling place on November 8; however, pre-registering can make your Election Day experience much smoother and faster. The deadline for pre-registering to vote is October 18. Once you are registered, you will receive a postcard with information about your assigned polling place and how to go vote on Election Day. If you are unsure if your registration is current, go to
mnvotes.org
to check your voter registration status or call Theresa at City Hall (952-471-9051).
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From the Westonka Historical Society 
Saturday History talks, 11 a.m. - noon, are hosted by Lake Minnetonka Shores in Spring Park. Upcoming topics include:
October 8 - Pam Myers - Classroom Voices: High School Memories 1917-1938
November 12 - Scott McGinnis "Upper Lake Hotels" (Preceded by short membership meeting)
December 10 - Doug Ohman - Photography
January 10 - Dale Swanson - Children's Book Author, growing up on Island Park.
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 From the Fire Department
Fire Prevention Week~
In recognition of the 2016 Fire Prevention Week, the Mound Fire Department is holding an Open House on Thursday, October 13 at the Mound Fire Station from 6 - 8 p.m.
This is a family event with lots of activities planned.
Read more
Change Your Clocks, Change Your Batteries
When you turn your clocks back on November 6, make a lifesaving change in your household by changing the batteries in your smoke alarms (and carbon monoxide detectors). This simple habit takes just a moment, but is the best defense your family has against the devastating effects of a home fire.
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From the Utility Department
Street Sweeping and Hydrant Flushing~
Street Sweeping and hydrant flushing
will occur in late fall, weather permitting.
Fall Clean Up
- Saturday, November 5 is the semi-annual cleanup event for Spring Park residents and businesses.
Yard Waste Drop-off Site -
Spring Park permits city residents (non-commercial) to dispose of yard waste up until Thanksgiving weekend. The City contracts with the Mulch Store to provide residents with a yard waste drop-off site located in Minnetrista.
Read more
Snow Events -
It's that time of year again. Please make a note of the following: Move your car off the street or from public parking during or immediately after a snowfall of one or more inches. You may return your vehicle to the street or parking lot after they have been completely plowed. If you are in doubt about how much snow has fallen, we encourage you to move your vehicle regardless to assist our plowing efforts.
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Reminders~
City Hall Hours
M-Fri, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
City Drop Slot
There is a drop slot for utility bill payments to the left of the front door at City Hall.
Dakota Trail
Winter will be here soon and as a reminder, the Dakota Rail Trail through Spring Park is not maintained in the winter. The trail can still be used by people at their own risk, but the trail will not be plowed or swept of snow and no salt or sand will be put on the trails if ice forms. Use caution. No motorized vehicles are allowed on the Dakota Rail Trail. This includes ATV's and snowmobiles.
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City of Spring Park, Minnesota
4349 Warren Ave
Spring Park, MN 55384
www.ci.spring-park.mn.us |
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Council Meetings:
7:30 p.m.
Oct 3, 17; Nov 14, 21; Dec 5 (TNT), 19
Planning Commission:
7 p.m. Oct 12; Nov 9; Dec 14
Work Sessions:
7 p.m.
Oct 24; Nov 28;
Dec 27-TBD
No Sort Recycling:
Fridays Oct 7, 21; Nov 4, 18; Dec 2, 16, 30
Fall Cleanup Day:
Saturday, Nov 5
Spring Park Residents Only
Truth in Taxation:
Dec 5, 7:30 p.m.
First Day of Winter:
Dec 21
Office Closed:
Nov 11, 24, 25; Dec 23, 26;
Jan 2
End Daylight Savings Time:
Nov 6
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COUNCIL
Mayor: Bruce Williamson
Council Members:
Shirley Bren
Pamela Horton
Gary Hughes
Megan Pavot
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
Chair: Jeff Hoffman
Max Avalos
Pete Kaczanowski
Michael Mason
Catherine Palen
Administrator: Dan Tolsma
City Clerk:
Theresa Schyma
Public Works:
Dallas Roggeman
Office Assistant/Utility Clerk: Sharon Farniok |
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Mound Fire Department
2415 Wilshire Blvd
Mound
, MN 55364-1001
Phone: (952) 472-3555
Orono Police Department:
2730 Kelley Parkway
Orono
, MN 55356
Phone: (952) 249-2700 Main
(952) 258-5321
(Non emergency)
911 - Emergency
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