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SPRING 2015 Newsletter
Connection
In THis
Issue:
The Green Expo:
Sustainable Ideas for Everyone
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• Mayor’s Corner
• Calendar
Whether you’re passionate about
reducing the amount of waste you produce,
purchasing local foods or exploring ways
to be more eco-friendly, the Green Expo
is the perfect FREE event to learn more
about sustainable living options! Come
enjoy booths, displays and activities from
local and regional sustainability-focused
businesses. Explore holistic healing
options with herbs, essential oils and other
natural remedies. Hands-on activities are
available for kids and the “Gear Grab”
features new-to-you gear for the upcoming
sports season.
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• City News
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• Housing News
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• Business News
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• Police News
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• Fire News
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• Seniors’ Corner
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• Recreation News
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• Recreation News
Saturday, April 25
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
National Sports Center
1700-105th Ave. NE, Blaine, MN 55449
More information: www.MNGreenExpo.org
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Holistic Healing
Explore natural medicine options
such as herbs, acupuncture,
essential oils and more.
Plant Sale
Get a head start on your garden
by purchasing seedlings.
Continued on page 6
July 4th Celebration Moves to
Coon Rapids Boulevard
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• Recycling Review
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• Events
• Service Directory
NEW THIS YEAR!
Get ready to celebrate the 4th of July in
a new location this year - near the Coon
Rapids Ice Center along Coon Rapids
Boulevard. The celebration is permanently
moving to the Coon Rapids Boulevard
location because of the re-construction of
Sand Creek Park.
This year’s 4th of July celebration
activities will include a carnival, live
music, bingo, parade, fireworks and great
food! The parade will have a new route,
beginning at the Coon Rapids Ice Center,
then traveling south along Crooked Lake
Boulevard, west on Direct River Drive,
then north on Mississippi Boulevard
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where the parade will end at AnokaRamsey Community College.
About Sand Creek Park Construction
Construction of Sand Creek Park will
begin soon. Plans include a completely
new layout of the complex to bring it
up to modern athletic field standards.
Some additional highlights include
re-arranged parking and fields, new
concession building, new football/lacrosse
fields, enhanced trails with connections
to surrounding neighborhoods, new
playground areas, a hockey rink with open
skate areas and energy efficient lighting.
Other changes happening with Sand
Creek Park reconstruction:
• The entrance to the park will be
relocated to Redwood Street and
Northdale Boulevard.
• Northdale Boulevard will be upgraded
to include turn lanes and a traffic signal
at the intersection of Redwood and
Northdale to allow for improved traffic
flow in and out of the park. Construction
of the roadway and intersection will most
likely occur in 2016.
Event schedule
Thursday, July 2
Parade at 6 p.m., Midway and Bingo opens after
parade
Friday, July 3
Midway and Bingo opens at Noon
Saturday, July 4
Midway and Bingo opens at Noon,
Fireworks at 10 p.m.
Watch for more detailed information about the July
4th celebration activities in the summer newsletter
which will arrive in early June.
Community strength...for generations
Mayor’s Corner
Please join me as we welcome back our old friend,
“spring.” Even the heartiest of us, as we flip the calendar
page from February over to March, think “we are almost
there” and I am SO ready for warm weather!
will begin. The Fourth of July festivities are returning
to Coon Rapids Boulevard due to the construction at
Sand Creek Park, and the City Council is confident the
Boulevard Park area around the Coon Rapids Ice Center
The City Council offers its sincere appreciation to the will be a great new home for the carnival.
folks who plan the many events that make up Coon Rapids
I would like to welcome Jennifer Geisler to the City
Snowflake Days, and thank in particular Diane Buszta for Council. She has been appointed to fill the Ward 4
her unwavering and unselfish efforts, to keep Snowflake council seat and has previously served on the Planning
Days a vital Coon Rapids celebration. 2015 festivities Commission. The City Council looks forward to the great
spanned a few weeks in January and February, and things Grant Fernelius, our new Community Development
included many fun events. Some of the highlights included Director, will be doing toward continued redevelopment
the NHL alumni squaring off on the ice, competing against efforts, and for helping us attract the next new businesses
our local police and fire personnel, eight community groups to town. The City Council is also working to replace
competing for bragging rights in a chili competition, and another important member of City staff, the City Manager.
an acoustic concert featuring Martin Zellar wrapped up Steve Gatlin, the current City Manager, has done a great
the end of the festivities at The Bunker Hills Event Center. job and we wish him well as he retires. The Council looks
Snowflake Days provides a fun winter respite for the forward to the next chapter of City leadership, and who
hundreds of individuals who attend each year and we look will fill that important role.
forward to the 52nd annual Snowflake Days again next
Please keep your City Council informed with your
year. We encourage individuals and organizations to step thoughts and ideas, as we all work together to keep Coon
up and help with next year’s event to make it even better! Rapids a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
Exciting changes at Riverview Park will wrap up this
summer, and the start of renovations at Sand Creek Park
Mayor Jerry Koch
2015 Coon Rapids
City Council
Mayor
Jerry Koch
763-767-1811
jkoch@coonrapidsmn.gov
COUNCILMEMBERS
Ward 1
Denise Klint
763-576-8488
dklint@coonrapidsmn.gov
Ward 2
Ron Manning
763-755-9128
rmanning@coonrapidsmn.gov
City Meetings Calendar
(All meetings held at the Coon Rapids City Center unless otherwise noted.)
City Council Meetings
April 7 & 21, May 5 & 19, June 2 & 16 • 7:00 p.m.
Arts Commission
April 21, May 19 & June 16 • 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission
April 16, May 21, June 18 • 6:30 p.m.
Safety Commission
April 2, May 7, June 4 • 6:30 p.m.
City offices will be closed:
Parks and Recreation Commission
April 13, May 11, June 8 • 6:30 p.m.
Public Works Garage
612-616-0900
wdemmer@coonrapidsmn.gov
Sustainability Commission
April 16, May 21, June 18 • 6:30 p.m.
April 16, May 21, June 18 • 7:30 p.m.
Wade Demmer
May 14 • 7:15 p.m.
Board of Adjustment and Appeals
Historical Commission
Ward 3
Ward 4
May 25 (Memorial Day)
Jennifer Geisler
Schedule subject to change. Contact the
staff liaison at 763-755-2880 to confirm.
jgeisler@coonrapidsmn.gov
763-422-1814
Public notices are published in the City’s official
newspaper, The Anoka County UnionHerald,
and on the website: www.coonrapidsmn.gov
Ward 5
Coming Soon:
New City Website
The City of Coon Rapids is working on a new
website that will launch later this year. This newly
designed website will be easier to navigate,
offer interactive mapping, convenient calendars,
language translation, better search functions, online
sign-ups for recreation classes and more great
features! Watch for updates in future newsletters!
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Brad Johnson
763-767-4684
brj@coonrapidsmn.gov
At Large
Steve Wells
763-323-4984
swells@coonrapidsmn.gov
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Save the Date!
2015 Tree Sale
Coon Rapids
Kids Safety Camp
Have you always wanted to try growing your
own fruit? Now is your chance! As part of the City’s
2015 Tree Sale, new varieties of apple trees, plum
trees and the Bluecrop Blueberry are available for
purchase. Other tree varieties available include:
Black Cherry, Prairiefire Crabapple, Ivory Silk Tree
Lilac, Spring Snow Crabapple, Autumn Blaze Maple,
Skyline Honey-locust. The apple tree varieties include
Honeycrisp, Snow Sweet, State Fair and Zestar. Both
Black Ice and Superior plum trees are available as
well as and Bluecrop Blueberry.
The trees will be sold in bare root form (although
the Bluecrop Blueberry is in a pot) ranging from
six to eight feet in height. The cost varies between
$15.00 and $40.00, depending on the species of tree.
Payment can be made on the day of tree pick-up.
Cash or check only. Limit four trees per household.
Trees must be pre-ordered with the City Forester
by Friday, April 24. Call 763-767-6455 to place your
order.
The trees will be available for pick-up on Friday,
May 1, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Public Works
Garage, 1831 – 111th Ave. NW. If you are not able
July 21 & 22, 2015
New Location
Coon Rapids Ice Center
11000 Crooked Lake Blvd.
Students learn a variety of skills to help them stay safe!
More information online in mid-May
and in the summer newsletter!
to pick up your trees, a neighbor or friend may pick
them up for you.
More information and photos of the tree varieties
can be viewed at www.coonrapidsmn.gov.
Bare root trees must be planted the same day they
are picked up. Contact Gopher State One Call at
651-454-0002 at least two working days in advance
to have underground utility lines located and marked.
The City does not assume responsibility for the
successful transplanting of trees.
No refunds/replacements for trees that fail.
Civic Center Outdoor
Remodel
The outdoor space at the Coon Rapids Civic
Center is undergoing a major makeover!
Construction is underway in the outdoor area
which will feature a new 10x10 pergola and an 18 foot
custom-made gazebo. Both locations will be perfect
for outdoor weddings. The remodel will also include
new seating areas, a grilling area with counter space
and new gardens. The entire project is expected to be
complete by June 1. Come take a tour of the newly
designed space when it is complete!
Coon Rapids Rabies
Vaccination Clinic
Saturday, May 2, 2015
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The City of Coon Rapids is sponsoring the annual
rabies vaccination clinic to facilitate compliance with
ordinances regarding dog licenses, cat registrations
and rabies vaccinations.
Locations:
• Fire Station #1, 1460 Egret Boulevard
(services provided by Foley Blvd. Animal Clinic)
• Fire Station #2, 1199 – 121st Avenue NW
(services provided by Coon Rapids Pet Hospital)
• Fire Station #3, 2831 – 113th Avenue NW
(services provided by Coon Rapids Pet Hospital)
Public Works Open
House Event
Saturday, May 16 • 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
1831 – 111th Ave. NW
Come tour the Public Works facility! See the snowplows,
tractors and other “big rigs.” Learn about the Recycling
Center and other services.
Free event! Perfect for the kids!
More information: 763-767-6462
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Fees:
• Rabies vaccination: $9.00
• Dog license* (2015): $10.00
*City code now requires dogs to be licensed every
year rather than every two years
• Cat registration: no charge
Other vaccinations (e.g. Distemper, Lyme, Bordetella,
etc.) are available at an additional cost. Cat ID tags must
be provided by the owner. Dogs must maintain current
rabies vaccinations. Cash or check only.
All animals must be leashed at the clinic.
If you have any questions, call the City Clerk’s office
at 763-767-6432 or email clerk@coonrapidsmn.gov.
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2015 Street Reconstruction
The City is planning
to reconstruct or mill
and overlay almost nine
miles of streets this
year. Reconstruction or
mill and overlay work
involves removing and
replacing
pavement,
removing and replacing
sections of damaged
curb, driveway aprons,
and sidewalks, and
repairing or replacing
storm sewer, sanitary
sewer and water main
facilities.
Streets or neighborhoods involved in the
reconstruction plans include:
• Project 15-1: Includes 2.8 miles of streets in
neighborhoods located northwest of Main Street and
Hanson Boulevard; north of 121st Avenue and east
of Hanson Boulevard; south of 121st Avenue and
east of the BNSF railroad track; and south of Foley
Boulevard between Kumquat Street and Holly Circle.
• Project 15-2: Includes the reconstruction of
1.5 miles, and the mill and overlay of 1.7 miles of
State Aid streets. The areas to be reconstructed
include a segment of 124th Avenue from Northdale
Boulevard to east of Ivywood Street; 121st Avenue
from Hanson Boulevard to east of Drake Street; and
Egret Boulevard from the BNSF railroad tracks to
Woodcrest Drive. The areas to be mill and overlaid
include Northdale Boulevard from Round Lake
Boulevard to 129th Avenue; 124th Avenue from
River Rapids Drive to east of Riverdale Boulevard;
111th Avenue/Creek Meadow Drive from Hanson
Boulevard to Robinson Drive; and Egret Boulevard
from Woodcrest Drive to Kumquat Street.
• Project 15-3: Includes 2.6 miles of streets in
neighborhoods located north of Egret Boulevard
and east of the BNSF Railroad tracks; north of Egret
Boulevard and west of Highway 10; south of 101st
Avenue and west of University Avenue; north of
Coon Rapids Boulevard between 95th Avenue and
Springbrook Drive; plus a frontage road located
north of Coon Rapids Boulevard between 111th
Avenue and Crooked Lake Boulevard.
The City is also maintaining almost 19 miles of
local streets as part of its annual crack sealing and
seal coating program.
To see a complete map showing all of the
reconstruction, mill and overlay, and seal coating
projects, please visit www.coonrapidsmn.gov.
Page 4 Anoka County Road Construction Projects in
Coon Rapids:
• Work on University Avenue will continue, making
it a four lane roadway with additional turn lanes
and a trail. The project is expected to be complete
around November 1, 2015.
• Work will continue on the segment of Foley
Boulevard from 101st Avenue to Egret Boulevard.
The project includes storm sewer upgrades,
concrete median, signal installation, and asphalt
and concrete walks. The project is expected to be
complete by fall of 2015.
• Foley Boulevard from Egret Boulevard to
Northdale Boulevard will be reconstructed with work
expected to begin fall of 2015. The work includes
roadway widening, turn lane construction, concrete
medians, storm sewer upgrades, and asphalt and
concrete walks.
More information on these projects can be found
on the Anoka County website: www.anokacounty.us
then click on Highway Department.
Work crews ask motorists for their patience during
construction. Please obey the posted work zone
speed limits and follow the recommended detours,
both of which are designed with public safety in
mind.
2015 Hydrant
Flushing
Starting April 6, the City’s utility crews will
begin flushing more than 800 fire hydrants in
the city, in the middle section of town south of
Highway 10. The process is part of a routine
maintenance program necessary to maintain the
water system and remove sediment from the lines.
This allows us to continue to deliver the highest
quality water possible to residents. If crews are
working in your neighborhood, you may experience
some water discoloration, but this does not affect
the safety of the water. It’s best to avoid doing
laundry until the discoloration has disappeared. To
see a map of the exact area, visit the City’s website.
Solicitors Need a
License
Street Sweeping
and Repair
City crews will be out sweeping streets
soon. Crews focus on main streets first, then
neighborhoods.
Please do not put grass or leaves in the street.
Also, please keep your garbage and recycling
cans out of the street. Place them on your
driveway, behind the curb. Thanks for your
help!
Crews are also out filling pot holes on City
streets.
It is the time of year when you will start to see
more people selling products and services at
your door. Did you know these sales people must
be licensed with the City? The licensing process
includes a background investigation on each sales
person and is designed to protect the safety and
welfare of residents. All individuals traveling doorto-door selling products or soliciting for commercial
business purposes, excluding newspaper and food
delivery services, must be licensed by City Hall.
If the individual is licensed, they will be wearing a
badge issued by the City which must be worn at all
times. They must also carry an official City license.
If a peddler or for-profit solicitor comes to your door
and is not wearing a City issued badge, please let us
know by calling 763-767-6432. Soliciting hours are
from 9 a.m. and 8 p.m.
If you encounter any issues or have problems with
a peddler/solicitor, please contact the Coon Rapids
Police Department by calling 911.
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Ditch Obstructions
Got Wetland?
As of October 2013, there have been some
changes in water resource management
responsibilities and roles for the City of Coon
Rapids. At that time, the entire city became
part of Coon Creek Watershed District (CCWD)
instead of just the areas that drain towards
Coon Creek. This transferred more ditch
maintenance and stormwater management
from the City to CCWD. Why? To standardize
stormwater management and to keep the City
compliant with state law.
Now, there’s also been a change in wetland
oversight. Coon Creek Watershed District
is now the local regulator responsible for
administering the MN Wetland Conservation
Act in Coon Rapids.
Wetlands have been recognized as
important “sponges” in flood prevention and
as “filters” for runoff pollution. Sometimes
wetlands are used in stormwater treatment
designs. They can also provide wildlife habitat,
aesthetics, and educational and recreational
opportunities.
Like people, wetlands come in all shapes,
sizes, and amounts of water. They often do not
have cattails. In fact, they may be saturated
or have standing water for just 14 days to be
considered wetland.
Impacts
Since European settlement, many wetlands
have been drained, or considered eyesores or
dumping grounds. These attitudes carry over
to behaviors today.
Every time someone mows, landscapes, or
dumps into a wetland area, there is negative
impact. Maybe the wetland cannot hold
as much water, or filter stormwater runoff,
or soak in runoff because the soil has been
compacted.
The most common wetland encroachment?
Piles of grass clippings or leaves! While this
keeps clippings and leaves out of our street
runoff (a great thing), it also can compact
wetland soil and keep plants from growing.
This can also mean more flooding and water
pollution.
What to do? Leave your grass clippings on
your lawn as you mow so they can decompose
and feed the grass roots.
If you have a soggy or grassy low area on
your property, it may well be wetland. Unsure?
Call Coon Creek Watershed District 763-7550975, for further guidance. Be sure to give the
full address.
Information provided
by Coon Creek
Watershed District: 763-755-0975 or email
info@cooncreekwd.org.
We need your “eyes” to help
monitor the public drainage ditches
in Coon Creek Watershed District
(CCWD). Look for blockages of
water flow or blocked culverts.
Do you notice backed-up water,
especially after snowmelt? It may
be the result of an obstructiontrash or leaves & sticks, for
example. (Please keep storm drains
clear which also helps to prevent
backups during spring snowmelt &
rains. If you can clear these safely
yourself, please do and you’ll be a
Clean Water Superstar!)
Call Jon at 763-755-0975 or email jjanke@cooncreekwd.org if you
see an obstruction in a creek or drainage ditch.
Grass Must Be Mowed
Soon our lawns will be
growing and green once
again. In order to help keep
our City looking its best, City
code requires that all grass
and weeds be no taller than
8” in height. Please don’t
forget to mow along both
sides of your fence and
along the boulevards. Even if you believe the City or County mows
these areas or has in the past, it is important to know that ultimately
this is your property and your responsibility to mow. If your grass is
taller than 8”, you will receive a citation and a fine if you don’t mow
your lawn within seven days of the citation.
If you would like to report a property that has not been mowed,
please call 763-951-7200 or e-mail the complaint to weeds@
coonrapidsmn.gov.
Sanitary Sewer Lining Continues
As part of maintaining the
underground sewer system, the City
is continuing to line clay sewer pipes
with epoxy resin. This process involves
Clay pipes in the City’s underground sewer
system are being lined with epoxy resin
material.
using high pressure hot water to cure
the epoxy resin in place, which creates
a new inner pipe within the existing
clay pipe. The process is long-lasting
and does not require the streets to be
torn up which is a huge bonus! About
6.5 miles of pipe will be lined this year.
The project will begin this summer and
be completed by the end of fall.
Clay pipe can cause problems
because tree roots often grow into
the pipe. These roots can grow large
enough to stop water flow, which can
sometimes lead to sewer backups.
Tree roots cannot grow into the
epoxy resin lined pipes.
Protect Your Home with Sewer
Backup Insurance
Homeowners may want to protect
themselves by purchasing sewer
backup coverage through their
homeowner’s insurance policy. Some
policies offer automatic coverage of
sewer backups, but many do not.
Check with your insurance agent for
exact details of your coverage. Many
citizens assume if there is a sewer
backup in their home, it is the City’s
responsibility to replace and repair the
damage. This may not be the case.
What to do if you
have a sewer
backup
Call the City: 763-767-6462
After Hours: Call 911
Crews will come out and see if there
is a problem with the City’s main line.
Do this before you call your own service
company.
Also call the City if you are having your
sewer line cleaned. This will help our
crews be prepared for any tree roots or
other debris that may clog the City’s main
lines.
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Athletic
Gear Grab
Event Vendors
Several vendors will feature the latest products and
services designed with sustainability in mind.
Learn more about:
• Water conservation
• Home energy conservation
• Solar energy – tour the tiny solar house
• Transportation alternatives
• Products made from recyclable materials
• Sustainable landscaping techniques
• Healthy household cleaning products
• Natural healing methods
• And MORE!
For more information about the Green Expo call
763-767-6485 or email csinclair@coonrapidsmn.gov.
Do you have old sports gear gathering
dust around the house? Donate it to the
Green Expo Gear Grab! Clean sports
equipment, in good working condition,
will be accepted. Anyone interested in
sports equipment can then sort through the
donated items at the Expo and take home
what they need!
Donate Food
Canned and boxed food items will be collected
near the main entrance to benefit local non-profit
food shelves in Blaine and Coon Rapids.
What to do if you have sports equipment
to donate:
• Visit www.MNGreenExpo.org to check
out a list of accepted items and register
your gear. This helps us know what types of
items we will have on the day of the event.
If you are interested in the used
equipment:
Photos of
2014 event
• Stop by the Gear Grab, look for what
you need, and take it home FREE OF
CHARGE!
It’s a great way to re-purpose used sports
equipment and help others at the same
time!
*Items left at the end of the day will be
donated to charity.
Building a Walkable Community:
Senior Focus
According to demographic data, by
2020, the state’s population of individuals
age 65+ is expected to exceed our state’s
school age population. Right now, just
over eleven percent of the Anoka County
population is age 65 and older and that
number is expected to grow in the coming
years.
Coon Rapids is home to many seniors;
people who placed their “roots” here
and raised their families over the last
40+ years. These seniors often decide to
“age in place.” One level living can
combine the perfect mix of amenities with
practicality. Housing options aren’t the only
convenience Coon Rapids offers for older
adults. The city’s extensive trail system
is also an asset; seniors can get out and
enjoy the outdoors by walking, using a
wheelchair or other mobility device.
The City of Coon Rapids is committed to
enhancing its “walkability” for seniors and
all residents who live here. Trail connections
provide additional transportation options
for people. People can walk, bike or use a
mobility device to get to where they need
to go instead of always getting in the car.
Page 6 Trails also help to connect neighborhoods
and walking provides health benefits as
well. The City looks to incorporate sidewalk
and trail improvements/connections with
every opportunity, whether it is a park
project, street reconstruction project or
new development.
The robust trail system in Coon Rapids
will continue to expand in the future with
the assistance of the voter approved Park
Bond passed in 2013. The initial focus
of this expansion will be to build out the
regional trail system within the city, the
backbone of the system that can get you
to all areas of the city. Once the regional
trails are completed, the focus would then
shift to constructing connections to/from
these regional trails into neighborhoods,
parks, schools, government facilities, and
business nodes. Whether you’re out for a
leisurely stroll along the scenic river, trying
to get in some physical activity, or looking
to commute to the local convenience
store, the City is committed to providing
a variety of experiences for everyone all
within the boundaries of the city you call
home.
Park and Trail Updates
Riverview Park renovations are nearly
complete. The park has new playground
equipment, warming house, picnic
shelter, tennis court, half-court basketball
and expanded parking areas. Finishing
touches are underway on new trails
and new turf areas. Renovations will be
completed by mid-summer, except for the
ball fields which won’t be ready until fall or
spring 2016 due to new turf establishment.
The renovation was possible thanks to a
Park Bond approved by voters in 2013.
The 85th Avenue Trail
will be completed in 2015.
This trail will connect
Springbrook Nature Center
with Kennedy Park, and
will allow access to Coon
Rapids Dam Regional Park.
Construction is expected to
take place in late summer or
early fall.
Plans are still in the works to fill in the
gaps along the Coon Rapids Boulevard
Trail, on the west side of the road from
the border of Anoka to Hanson Boulevard.
Construction is expected to begin in late
2015 or 2016.
Trails will be re-surfaced in Lions Coon
Creek Park, Nelson Park and Parkside
Park as part of regular maintenance. The
work will likely take place in the fall.
Hoover Park will also be improved this
year with new trails and other amenities.
Wilderness Park Trail will
be completed in 2015. This
will connect the trail from
121st Avenue by Fire Station
2 to Avocet & Main Street.
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the values that will be used to allocate
property taxes payable in 2017.
THANK YOU in advance for
your cooperation during this year’s
assessment review. If you have any
questions, you may contact the
Assessing Department at 763-7676446 or visit the City website at www.
coonrapidsmn.gov/assessing.
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City staff will be working in the
designated areas from March through
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The Assessing Department will host an informational meeting to discuss the
valuation process. Topics include:
• Estimated market values and how the values are determined
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• How value is related to property taxes
• Recent residential housing trends
This meeting is NOT meant to appeal individual values but to discuss how the
valuation process works.
Minnesota Adopts
New State Building Codes
Many of Minnesota’s new state building code requirements for 2015 are already in
effect or will be soon.
These statewide minimum standards regulate the design, construction, addition,
alteration, repair and use of buildings and structures. The codes are based on the
2012 International Code Council (ICC) model codes. They have been amended to
address Minnesota specific provisions for structural, fire and life safety, as well as
moisture protection.
Below is a schedule describing when each code goes into effect:
2015 Minnesota State Building Codes
Minnesota Accessibility Code
Minnesota Building Code Administration
Minnesota Conservation Code for Existing Buildings
Minnesota Elevator and Related Devices Code
Minnesota Mechanical and Fuel Gas Code
Minnesota Provisions to the State Building Code
Minnesota Residential Code
Minnesota Residential Energy Code
Minnesota Radon Code
Minnesota Building Code
Minnesota Commercial Energy Code
Effective date
Jan. 24, 2015
Jan. 24, 2015
Jan. 24, 2015
Jan. 24, 2015
Jan. 24, 2015
Jan. 24, 2015
Jan. 24, 2015
Feb. 14, 2015
Feb. 14, 2015
Pending
Pending
Cable Channels:
Soon to be High Definition
CTN Studios, the City of Coon Rapids community television station, will soon
broadcast its programming in high definition on one of its channels. Programming
on what is currently channel 15, will be broadcast in high definition later this year.
The expected start date is around June 1. We will keep you informed as soon as
we learn what the new HD channel number will be. The current cable channel 15
will remain as a standard definition channel.
The high definition channel upgrade is one new feature that is part of the
new cable franchise agreement, recently signed by the City of Coon Rapids and
Comcast cable television. The extended franchise agreement is in place through
December 2019. The new agreement also includes a second high definition
channel for what is currently CTN Government Channel 16. City and community
programming will also be added to the Comcast Electronic Programming Guide.
Cable franchise agreements are not exclusive and do not prevent other
companies from providing similar services if they choose to enter the market.
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Housing News
Major Remodel to Split-Entry Coon Rapids Home
Marilyn Adams dreamed of having an open floor
plan in the main living area of her split entry home.
Her kitchen was small with little storage space. A large
wall separated the kitchen from the living room. The
dining room was also small which left little room to
move around when company came over. Adams read
about the Home for Generations II program in a city
newsletter and was curious to learn more. Could her
remodeling dreams come true? Adams decided to
make a phone call.
After talking with Kristin DeGrande, Neighborhood
Coordinator, Adams was excited about the program
and was ready to begin planning her remodel. As part
of the Home for Generations II program, homeowners
are required to meet with an architect. Adams met with
McMonigal Architects. The firm helped her develop a
plan to re-purpose the existing living space. Plans were
made to remove walls, re-locate the kitchen and dining
area and completely remodel the space. Construction
took about three months to complete and Adams says
it was all worth it!
Marilyn Adams says, “I absolutely love the area
where I live. I have the best neighbors and a beautiful
park behind me. I didn’t want to move to a new home. I
did, however, want to re-design my existing space. The
City’s grant program was appealing to me and helped
me think about turning my ideas into reality. Now that I
did it, I just love it! I have my grandchildren over all the
time and I can socialize, cook and watch them… all at
the same time! I just love the open space! Even though
I did not add square footage to my home, it feels much
larger and I have more storage now in my kitchen than
I ever had before!”
$35,000 or more and make major improvements to
their home. Items such as bathroom and kitchen
remodels, removing walls, building additions, exterior
improvements and other enhancements can qualify.
The Home for Generations II program at a
glance:
• Maximum Grant: $5,000
• Minimum Project Amount: $35,000
• Rebate: 50% of building permit fees
• Financing: 4.5% fixed up to $50,000
• Architectural Consultation: $25 co-pay
• Income Limit: None
• Minimum Age of House: 20 years
• Availability: First come, first served
Homeowners who increase their home’s curb
appeal will be awarded a larger grant than those who
make only interior and maintenance improvements.
Find out more today! Visit the City’s website for more
information, or contact Kristin at 763-767-6517 or
email kdegrande@coonrapidsmn.gov. Financing for
home remodeling projects is available through the
Coon Rapids Mortgage Assistance Foundation. Loans
up to $50,000 are available at a fixed interest rate of
4.5%.
Adams also remodeled her upstairs bathroom.
She received a $2500 grant through the Home
for Generations II program and received a $725
rebate on her building permit fees. To qualify for the
program, homeowners must have a remodel worth
Save the Date!
Coon Rapids Home Remodeling Tour
Sunday, May 17 • Noon – 4 p.m.
Get great ideas for your home by visiting several recent remodels
in the city! Come talk with homeowners and their contractors.
Watch for a mailing with more information to arrive
in your mailbox in early May!
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The Adams kitchen BEFORE. The space was small and felt
cramped thanks to a wall and cabinets that divided the space
from the living room. The dining area was also small, making it a
difficult space for entertaining.
The Adams kitchen and living area AFTER. The new, open floor
plan allows for easy entertaining. Walls were removed to open
up the space. The kitchen was re-located to the other side of the
home. The remodel included new appliances, countertops and
custom cabinets as well as a large pantry with pull-out shelving,
one of Marilyn’s favorite features!
Home Improvement Resources
Remodeling Advisor Visits offer free professional advice to help homeowners
plan improvements to their homes – from simple renovations to a dream
remodel. Call the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) at 612-335-5856 or
visit www.mncee.org.
Home Improvement Loans are available to help finance most remodeling
projects, from additions and interior remodels, to replacing siding, roofing
and windows or help with emergency repairs. Call the Center for Energy and
Environment (CEE) at 612-335-5884 to see which program fits your needs.
Down Payment Assistance is available through the Coon Rapids Mortgage
Assistance Foundation for buyers using FHA 203(k) renovation financing to
purchase a single family home. Contact Cheryl Bennett at the City of Coon
Rapids at 763-767-6422, by email cbennett@coonrapidsmn.gov or visit
www.coonrapidsmn.gov/downpaymentassistance.htm.
Business News
NEW County-wide Program
Exciting news! The Open to Business program is now being offered to anyone in Anoka County who is
interested in starting a business or currently owns a business. Business Advisor, Kathleen DuChene, holds
office hours at the Anoka County Government Center and other locations around Anoka County, including at
Coon Rapids City Hall on the third Tuesday of each month from 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. Entrepreneurs interested
in this service can also schedule an appointment by calling Kathleen at 763-438-7315. This service is perfect
for those looking to:
• Open a business
• Discuss financing options
• Develop marketing strategies
• Understand the logistics of leasing or purchasing property
• Discuss general business related needs!
More information about this program can also be found online at www.opentobusinessmn.org.
Anoka County Economic
Gardening Program
Anoka County offers a program to help established businesses with research
and tools to enhance business growth. It’s called the Economic Gardening
Program and it is designed to help mature companies think about business
growth opportunities.
The program provides tools to businesses that are often only available
to Fortune 500 companies. Forty hours of customized research is offered
to businesses to help connect them with four key areas: strategic market
research, geographic information systems, search engine optimization and
social media marketing. Data and information in these areas can help identify
market trends, potential competitors, enhance marketing efforts and help
business executives make informed decisions on core strategies that will help
the business.
The program also offers monthly roundtable discussions featuring CEOs of
local businesses who have experienced significant growth. Speakers are also
often brought in to discuss specific topics as well.
If you are interested in learning more about the Anoka County Economic
Gardening Program, contact Karen Skepper at 763-323-5709 or email
karen.skepper@co.anoka.mn.us.
Other Business News
• Autumn Glen Senior Living, located at 3715 Coon Rapids Boulevard, is
now open. The new building features 32 units of independent living, 36 units
of assisted living, and 32 memory care units.
• The City of Coon Rapids is working with Dominium, a housing developer,
to construct a 166-unit senior apartment building east of the Coon Rapids Ice
Center at 109th Lane and Crooked Lake Boulevard.
• Taco Bell received City approvals to construct a new restaurant in the
Gateway Commerce Center near Hanson Boulevard and Northdale Boulevard.
• Smashburger received building permits to renovate the former Eddington’s
restaurant space on Riverdale Drive.
National Certification for
Biomedical Program
The Biomedical Program at Coon Rapids High School was recently certified as
a national model by the “Project Lead the Way” Certification Team! That means
the Coon Rapids site will be a host location for other programs around the United
States, offering ideas, guidance and training to schools that want to start a
biomedical program of their own.
The Biomedical Program at Coon Rapids High School started two years ago.
Through the use of Project Lead the Way’s curriculum, students explore the
concepts of human medicine and are introduced to topics such as physiology,
genetics, microbiology and public health. Hands-on activities allow students to
understand the processes and structures of the body, which aids in understanding
how to prevent, diagnose and treat disease. The program prepares students
for a career in the biomedical field. According to state job data, careers in the
healthcare field are expected to soar in the coming years. By offering courses such
as biomedical science in high school, students are exposed to this career field at
an earlier age, giving them a solid foundation for college. Students may even be
able to work at an entry-level job at a major medical company after graduation,
while working toward a college degree.
Coon Rapids High School’s Biomedical Program is a Magnet School with the
Northwest Suburban Integration School District, which means that students who
live in the Anoka-Hennepin, Brooklyn Center, Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose, Elk
River, Fridley, Mounds View, Osseo, or Rockford School Districts are provided
transportation to be able to participate!
For more information on the Biomedical Program at Coon Rapids High School,
visit www.anoka.k12.mn.us/crhs.
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Police News
Detective Named
Investigator of the Year
Congratulations to Coon
Rapids Police Department
Detective, Chad Duckson,
who was named “Investigator
of the Year” by the Tri-County
Investigators Association in
January. Detective Duckson
was nominated for his
outstanding work in solving
a large Twin Cities car theft
ring in the spring of 2014.
Detective Duckson is a
21-year member of the Coon
Rapid Police Department. He
has served 13 years in the
Investigations Division.
Save the Date!
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Are you ready to participate in the fight against crime?
This annual event brings neighbors together to get to know each other,
talk about their neighborhoods and connect with members of the Coon
Rapids Police and Fire departments.
Register for Night to Unite - Beginning April 1, 2015
Federal Grant Helps with DWI
Enforcement
• IN PERSON at the Coon Rapids Police Department located at
11155 Robinson Drive NW (763-767-6481)
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NLINE at: www.coonrapidsmn.gov/police/nighttounite.htm
The Coon Rapids Police Department will soon have an additional fulltime police officer on staff to assist with DWI enforcement thanks to a
federal grant. The four-year grant will pay for the officer’s salary and a
new squad car designated exclusively for DWI patrol. The new officer
will work evenings, holidays and weekends, when drinking and driving
arrests are more common. Police Chief Brad Wise says, “This will be a
great new tool for the citizens of Coon Rapids to keep our roads safe.
Having an officer dedicated to this type of enforcement will help save
lives.”
Severe Weather
Awareness Week
Did you know 4 out of 5 car seats are installed incorrectly!
April 13-17, 2015
Get tips from professionally trained car seat technicians from the Coon Rapids
Police and Fire Departments at one of the following car seat clinics:
The perfect time to practice your severe weather
emergency plan!
April 15, 29, May 20 and June 15, 30
Thursday, April 16 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:55 p.m.
Outdoor warning sirens will sound
For more information on severe weather preparedness,
visit: www.ready.gov
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Car Seat Clinics
More clinic dates to come!
Clinics take place from 4-7 p.m. This free service is available by appointment
only to Coon Rapids residents through Safe Kids Anoka County. Free clinics for
Anoka County residents are also available. Email your questions or schedule an
appointment by contacting safekids@coonrapidsmn.gov or call 763-767-4680,
ext. 680.
Clinics take place at the Coon Rapids Police Department, 11155 Robinson Drive.
Fire News
North Metro Specialized Rescue
Team: An Important Public Safety
Resource
Imagine you are in a boat, trapped in the strong current (or boil) at the
base of a dam or you find yourself trapped in a building after a tornado.
These situations can happen unexpectedly. Here in Anoka County, the
North Metro Specialized Rescue Team (NMSRT) is ready to handle these
types of emergencies.
became the North Metro Specialized Rescue Team. Coon Rapids continues
to be the lead agency for the NMSRT and stores the team’s specialized
equipment on one of the department’s fire trucks, along with two enclosed
trailers containing additional equipment. The equipment and training for the
rescue team is critical to the safety of the rescuers, industrial workers and
citizens.
The NMSRT has extensive training and equipment to handle rescues
involving confined spaces, swift water currents, structural collapses and
trench rescues. This specialized service is valuable to industry and residents
who may be in need of a complex rescue. Since the team formed in 2004,
there have been 12 specialty calls requiring complex rescue operations. A
complex rescue such as a maintenance worker being trapped in a trench
is not considered a standard function of the Fire Department; this type of
rescue is highly specialized and requires extensive training and special
equipment due to the unique and challenging nature of the emergency.
The NMSRT is made up of 30 members from various Anoka County Fire
Departments. Six members are also part of Minnesota Task Force 1, a state
level Urban Search and Rescue Team. The Coon Rapids Fire Department
originally started a Technical Rescue Team in 2000, with the help of a grant
from the Anoka County Fire Protection Council. In 2004, the team expanded
to include firefighters from departments across Anoka County when it then
The NMSRT practicing a trench rescue.
Recreational Fires
The Fire Department receives many questions related to recreational
fires. Here’s a helpful reminder of what is and what IS NOT allowed:
• Recreational fires are allowed without a permit.
• Recreational fires cannot exceed three feet in diameter.
• Flame height should be approximately three feet.
• Bonfires are not permitted.
• Only clean, dry wood can be used.
• No burning of leaves or other debris.
• Fire extinguishing supplies such as a hose, shovel and
bucket must be ready at all times.
• Fires must be at least 25 feet from any structure.
• A responsible adult must be present at all times.
• Burning is allowed from 8 a.m. to midnight any day of the week,
with a maximum burn of 6 hours.
• Please make sure the smoke from your fire is not going into your neighbor’s home.
If it is, please extinguish the fire.
Any police or fire personnel may withdraw permission for the fires due to climatic conditions,
extreme dryness, nuisance problems or violations of the guidelines.
Fines and/or tickets may be issued for burning debris, construction materials, yard waste, etc.
If you have questions about recreational fires, call 763-767-6429. Illegal fires should be reported
to 911.
Safety Commission
Openings
Would you like to give back to the
community and help with safety
related topics in the city?
Serve as a
Safety Commission member.
Meetings occur every other month
(except June, July, Aug).
For more information and
an application form:
www.coonrapidsmn.gov
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Seniors’ Corner
Minnesota Safety
Council Defensive
Driving Courses
Consumers 55+ years of age with a valid driver’s
license can receive a 10% automobile insurance
discount for 3 years by attending a MN Safety
Council Defensive Driving Course. Anyone taking
the course for the first time must attend an 8-hour
session. Others may take a shorter, 4-hour refresher
course every three years. Call for a reservation form.
Registration and payment must be received 2 weeks
prior to the class. Plan ahead! These classes fill
up early. Call 763-767-6473 to register or to get a
complete listing of 2015 classes.
4-HOUR REFRESHER COURSE: $20.00
Monday, April 27: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Monday, May 11: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Monday, May 18: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
8-HOUR COURSE: $22.00
Mondays, June 15 & 22: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
LIVE 2B HEALTHY
Fitness Class
Volunteer
Opportunities
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
8:30-9:30 a.m.
First session FREE!
The Coon Rapids Senior Center has opportunities
to volunteer! Work on mailings, help at the blood
drive or be part of the crew at Feed My Starving
Children. Check out our newsletter online at www.
coonrapidsmn.gov for more information.
The Coon Rapids Senior Center is offering this
fitness class that will help you improve flexibility and
balance while increasing muscular endurance. Led by
a certified instructor. Classes are $35.00 per month,
but there’s no cost to “SilverSneakers” members.
Everyone’s first session is free. Bring your insurance
card to determine if you will get a discount in the
future. A fun way to get to meet other people, too.
Join us!
The Quilting Club from the Coon Rapids Senior
Center presented 21 homemade quilts to Stepping
Stone Emergency Housing in Anoka on Monday,
March 16. Most of the fabric was donated to the
Senior Center. The Super Senior Club, through the
profits of their gift shop and annual bazaar, paid for
the batting material.
Health Insurance
Counseling
Get help with Medicare questions, choosing or
changing supplemental carriers, prescription drug
cost options, Medicare billing questions, and more!
To schedule a free individual appointment, please
call the Senior Linkage Line at 1-800-333-2433.
The insurance counselor will meet you at the Senior
Center. This program is not associated with any
insurance company.
Pictured from left to right: Betty Campbell, Karen
Bixby, Judy Intihar, Betty Sjoquist, Laurel (Stepping
Stone Staff), Arlene Cook, Rose Skogman and Mary
Ann Kehn.
Other News
Helpful City Codes
At-a-Glance
Codes are the standards developed by the City
Council to keep Coon Rapids a safe and desirable
place to live, but it is often difficult to know all of
the requirements. The codes which are most often
misunderstood include:
1. Grass - No part of your yard (grass or weeds) can
be any taller than 8” in height (City code 8-500).
2. Parking - All vehicles, trailers, boats and other
similar equipment must be parked on an improved
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in the front or side yard (City code 11-602 and 11-603).
They must also be operational (not taken apart, missing
parts) and with current registration and tabs (City code
11-601 and 12-306). For questions about installing
a driveway or other parking areas, call Building
Inspections at 763-767-6476.
3. Exterior Storage - Building materials, car parts/
tires, appliances, inoperable lawn mowers or bikes,
couches or other indoor furniture, miscellaneous
debris, or any other item not intended for outdoor use
cannot be stored in your yard or on your driveway.
Items must be stored in your house, garage or shed
(City code 8-100).
4. Garbage Service - All homes are required to have
garbage collection service (City code 8-200).
5. House Numbers - Have you recently re-sided
your home? All buildings must have address numbers
installed so the fire and police departments can quickly
locate your home in an emergency (City code 10-106).
6. Pools - All pools with at least 24” of water must
be completely enclosed with a 4’ high fence and gate
(City code 12-500).
7. Garage Sales - You may have 6 or fewer garage
sales per calendar year, and each sale is limited to four
days or less (City code 11-601).
Parks & Recreation
26th Annual Ice
Fantasy
“Skating Under the Big Top”
On Sale Now
Golf Patron Cards
It’s been a long winter! Why not plan for your next
golf game now! Purchase your Golf Patron Card.
The benefits of purchasing a patron card include:
• A complimentary round of golf
• 18-hole rate reductions
• 9-hole rate reductions
• Executive course greens fee reduction
• Advance tee-times
To purchase a patron card, visit
www.bunkerhillsgolf.com
Spring and Summer
Skating Lessons
4 week spring session - Begins May 2 & 4
10 week summer session - Begins June 15
For sign up information and times, visit
www.coonrapidsicecenter.com
Public Skating
Lace up your skates and enjoy the ice during one of
our public skating sessions.
Spring and Summer Public Skating event times
(Begins May 3 and goes through August 30):
Wednesdays & Fridays - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Sundays - 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Admission is $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for students.
Children ages 5 and under skate FREE with a paid
admission. Skate rental and sharpening also available.
Get your swing ready
for summer! Try private
lessons at golfTEC! Call
612-424-9251 or visit
bunkerhillsgolf.com
Sign up Now for Power
Skating Sundays
Calling all hockey players! Sign up now for Power
Skating Sundays. Nine sessions held every other
Sunday from May 3 - August 23.
There are three levels available: Mites/U10, Squirts/
U12, Bantams/U14
Online Reservations Now Available
for Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch!
Make your reservation for Easter and Mother’s Day
Brunch Buffets (10 am to 3 pm) today.
Bunker Hills Golf Club
12800 Bunker Prairie Drive
Coon Rapids, MN 55448
763-755-4141
www.bunkerhillsgolf.com
golfTEC: 612-424-9251
Bar & Grill: 763-951-7277
More details online at
www.coonrapidsicecenter.com
Watch for more
Summer Ice
Center Skating
Camps
Skaters from Coon Rapids and surrounding
communities will be performing to a variety of songs
as they present “Skating Under the Big Top.” The
show features several skating performances including
the Father-Daughter number showcasing the talents
of more than two dozen couples.
Event dates:
Thursday, April 23 – 6:30 p.m.
Friday, April 24 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 25 – 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 26 – 2:00 p.m.
TICKETS:
Tickets can be purchased at the door.
Adults: $8.00 • Age 4 & under: FREE
Students & Seniors: $6.00
Special Guest Skaters:
Joshua Farris
US Bronze Medalist
2013 Junior World Champion
Skating Saturday and Sunday
He started skating at the age of 6
and has moved on to become the
US Bronze Medalist and 2013 Junior
World Champion. Recently competing
in the World Championships in China,
Farris is excited to be a featured guest
performer in the Saturday and Sunday
Ice Fantasy shows.
Minnesota Ice
Theatre
Skating Thursday and Friday
Watch this newer sport that is
already popular in Europe! Ice
Theatre combines the graceful
arts of figure skating, theater and
dance.
Coon Rapids Ice Center
11000 Crooked Lake Blvd. • 763-951-7222 • www.coonrapidsicecenter.com
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Parks & Recreation
Fresh Food Frenzy
Tips on how to grow your own food, eat fresh 365
days a year and save money!
Featuring Local Gardener, Marcia
Baudino
Three part workshop series
Coon Rapids Civic Center
11155 Robinson Drive • FREE EVENTS
Monday, May 11
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. • “How to Turn Your Yard into
a Food Producing Paradise”
Summer Sports
Camp
NEW to the Coon Rapids Ice Center in 2015! The
AKA All Sports Camp! 10-12 weeks of multi-sports
instruction, games, field trips and more! Register at
www.akasport.org.
Active Kids Association of Sport, AKASPORT, has
been providing multi-sports programs and camps
around the metro for over 10 years and is excited to
be offering this new program at the Coon Rapids Ice
Center!
Wednesday, May 13
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. • “Local Food for Dinner 365
Days a Year”
Children’s Yoga Class
Monday, May 18
(Ages 3-8)
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. • “Permanent Raised Beds
the Permaculture Way”
Children will explore yoga in an environment that
allows them to move, dream, and have fun. They
build strength and increase flexibility through familiar
poses such as the volcano, the eagle, and the lizard.
Find more information online at
www.coonrapidsmn.gov
Adult Bean Bag
League
New in 2015! The City is offering an eight week adult
bean bag league. Pair up with a friend and get out
and enjoy the summer! League format will be set-up
based on the number of teams entered.
Session:
Wednesdays, June 3 – July 29
(No matches on July 1)
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Coon Rapids Ice Center Grounds
Fee: $50 for 8 weeks of league
Call (763) 767-6513 or email rgunderson@
“The Element”
Teen Center
(grades 6-12)
Now with expanded hours!
2701 Northdale Blvd. (at Riverwind Park)
Monday - Thursday: 3-6 p.m.
Friday: 6-9 p.m.
Come socialize, play games, watch movies
and have fun with kids your age in a safe,
supervised environment. Summer program
will involve special events and field trips
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Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Coon Rapids
Community Gardens
121st Ave NW & Xeon St.
The City offers garden plots for residents of Coon
Rapids. Plots will be available for planting May 1st.
The following rental rates are for the season
(May to Oct.):
Large Plot (20’x75’) = $55
Location: Coon Rapids Ice Center
Fee: $45 for six week session or drop in for $10
Prenatal Yoga Class
Join Blooma certified Prenatal Instructor Angela
Hoff as she guides you through a sequence that
will strengthen and nurture your body. This class is
designed for expecting mothers at any level of yoga
practice. This class is for women only. Please bring a
yoga mat. All other props will be provided.
Session: Wednesdays April 29 – June 3
Medium Plot (25’x35’) = $40
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Small Plot (10’x15’) = $25
Call 763-767-6513 or email rgunderson@
for teens to participate in. Look for more
information in the near future.
FREE! Concessions available for purchase.
Call 763-767-6513 or email
teencenter@coonrapidsmn.gov for more
information. Check us out on Facebook at
facebook.com/crelementtc.
Adult Gentle Yoga
This gentle class will link movement to breath while
building strength and increase flexibility. Slow paced
floor poses, seated postures, spinal twisting, standing
postures, gentle back bends, and deep breathing will
be included. No experience is required.
Session: Wednesdays April 29 – June 3
Time: 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Call 763-767-6513 or
email rgunderson@coonrapidsmn.gov
for more information.
Recycling Review
Organic Recycling
Pilot Program Begins
Walters Recycling and Refuse recently started the Blue Bag Organics
curbside program for residents who live in the city of Coon Rapids*. This
program composts food waste and food-soiled paper.
The process is easy: Walters’ customers discard food waste and foodsoiled paper into special Blue Bag Organics BPI-certified bags. The blue bags
are then placed in regular garbage carts for curb-side pickup.
Walters’ customers can contact the company if they are interested in
participating.
*You must be a residential customer of Walters Recycling and Refuse in
order to participate in the pilot program.
Recycle Your Styrofoam
The Coon Rapids Recycling Center now has its own machine to recycle
Styrofoam. The new machine allows for more material to be processed at the
facility and then re-sell the material to suppliers. The profit made from the sale
of the recycled Styrofoam will help pay for the cost of the machine in about
seven years. A grant from Anoka County allowed for the up-front purchase of
the machine.
By recycling the Styrofoam and selling the compacted material to
wholesalers for re-use, it keeps the product out of the waste stream.
So if you have Styrofoam, don’t throw it in the trash! Bring it to the Coon
Rapids Recycling Center!
No Waste Gatherings
Are you planning a graduation party, birthday party or other event? With a
little planning, your event can be sustainable and cut down on the amount of
waste products generated. Here are some tips that can help you plan your
event:
Plan to Recycle! Have clearly marked containers for recycling and trash
to ensure guests know how to dispose of their items correctly and simply.
Organic recycling is also a great option for food waste. The Coon Rapids
Recycling Center offers organic recycling; call us for more information.
Focus on reusable items. Avoid using disposable items and use reusable
dishes, cutlery, linens, tablecloths, decorations and more.
Avoid individually packaged items. Buy items in bulk whenever possible
to save money and avoid unnecessary waste. Reduce the use of singleserving beverages, and encourage use of reusable mugs and water bottles.
Serve iced juice or water in a large communal dispenser or get a root beer
keg.
Make a list. Plan exactly what is needed for your party to avoid over-buying
food and beverages and creating additional waste.
Utilize technology and go paper-less. Consider distributing invitations
electronically to reduce paper waste. If you prefer paper invitations, purchase
invitations made from post-consumer content recycled paper.
Let family and friends know of your goals. Make guests aware and allow
them to help in your goals. Highlight any steps the event site has undertaken
to become more sustainable.
For more information about resources available to help with your next
event, including recycling/organic containers to rent and more, visit www.
RethinkRecycling.com.
Anoka County Compost Site
Bring your yard and tree waste to the Anoka County Compost Site located in
Coon Rapids. The facility will open for the season on April 1, weather permitting.
13285 Hanson Boulevard
Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (or sunset if earlier)
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
Fees apply. For more information visit www.anokacounty.us.
Coon Rapids Recycling Center
1831 – 111th Avenue, Coon Rapids, MN 55433
(763) 767-6485
Appliance and electronics recycling available
EVERY Saturday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Seasonal Hours
April-October: Tuesday and Thursday 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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Events
Summer Concerts
The Coon Rapids Arts Commission and the
Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation
are proud to present the Thursday Nites
LIVE! concert series this summer at the Coon
Rapids Dam. Come out and enjoy an evening
of FREE entertainment featuring the following
performers:
Farmer’s Market
coming to the Coon
Rapids Ice Center.
More details in
summer newsletter.
June 4....... Gravel Roads (Country)
Family fun for everyone! The Coon Rapids
Community Strength Foundation and the City of
Coon Rapids will be sponsoring two “Movie in
the Park” events in 2015.
Dates:Friday, May 22
Friday, August 14
Time:
Property Value Information Meeting
Thursday, April 23
More information on page 7
June 11..... Jumpin’ Jehosafats
(Dixieland/Gospel/Jazz)
Gardening Workshops
June 18..... Backyard Band (Variety)
May, 11, 13, 18
June 25..... The High 48s (Bluegrass)
July 9........ DyVersaCo Band (Polka)
Public Works Open House Event
July 16...... Sam Kuusisto (R&B/Funk/Jazz)
8:30 p.m.
July 23...... Sonny Winberg Band (Country)
*NEW* Location:
Boulevard Park at the Coon
Rapids Ice Center, 11000
Crooked Lake Boulevard
July 30...... Island Time Steel Drum Band
(Steel Drum)
The movie will begin at dusk. The movie
selection is not yet finalized but it will be family
friendly. Bring a blanket and enjoy these FREE
evenings of entertainment! More details will be
available online at www.coonrapidsmn.gov in
late April.
The concerts take place at 7 p.m. at the
performance pavilion, rain or shine. Bring a
lawn chair or a blanket. Food is also available
for purchase. The Coon Rapids Dam is located
at 9750 Egret Blvd.
August 6... Buddy & The Boys
(Buddy Holly Tribute Band, 50’s)
Saturday, May 16
Remodeling Open House
Sunday, May 17
Safety Camp
July 21, 22
Night to Unite
Tuesday, August 4
Service Directory
Police and Fire: 911
City Center:
763-755-2880
Assessing:
763-767-6446
Building Inspections:
763-767-6476
Bunker Hills Golf Club:
763-755-4141
Code Enforcement:
763-767-6470
Public Works:
763-767-6462
Coon Rapids Ice Center:
763-951-7222
Senior Services:
763-767-6473
Engineering Department:
763-767-6465
Utility Billing:
763-767-6438
Fire Administration:
763-767-6429
Fax:
763-767-6491
Job Hotline:
763-767-6597
General questions:
mail@coonrapidsmn.gov
CTN Studios: (Cable TV Dept.)
763-767-6525
Planning and Zoning:
763-767-6430
Civic Center:
763-767-6522
Police Administration:
763-767-6481
This is the official newsletter of
the City of Coon Rapids which
is distributed to all homes and
businesses in the city. This
newsletter is printed on recycled
paper containing
at least 30% post-consumer
paper fibers using soy-based ink.
(Circulation 25,960)
Newsletter comments & information:
Stephanie Ring
Communications & Mktg Coordinator
763-767-6582
sring@coonrapidsmn.gov
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