In the Pipeline - 07 July 2020A monthly news brief from the city of New Hope, Minnesota • newhopemn.gov
July
2020
Over
July/August
City Council regular meetings: July 27, Aug. 10 and 24 at 7 p.m.
City Council work sessions: Aug. 17 at 6:30 p.m. (no July meeting)
Citizen Advisory Commission meetings: No July or August meeting
Human Rights Commission meetings: Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. (no July meeting)
Planning Commission meetings: July 7, Aug. 5 at 7 p.m.
Events: Independence Day (observed) - July 3, city offi ces closed; Primary
Election Day - Aug. 11, polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
All meetings held at City Hall, 4401 Xylon Ave. N. unless otherwise indicated.
Agendas and minutes for meetings are available on the city’s website.
Schedule is subject to change. Call 763.531.5100 for more information.
Elections 2020
Primary Election Day is Tuesday,
Aug. 11 with polls open from 7 a.m.
to 8 p.m.
Every registered voter will receive
an absentee ballot application in the
mail from Hennepin County Elec-
tions. Th ose wishing to vote by mail
for the Aug. 11 Primary Election, Nov.
3 General Election or both elections
should complete and submit the ap-
plication. Absentee ballots for the
Aug. 11 election will be available at
city hall beginning June 26.
Federal, county and local offi ces are
on the primary ballot to narrow the
fi eld before the general election in
November.
To view a sample ballot, check reg-
istration status or fi nd your polling
place, visit mnvotes.org.
During this time, all city programs and events are subject to change. Please check newhopemn.gov for up-to-date information.
Th e Minnesota Department of Health
requires water suppliers, including
the city of New Hope, to prepare an
annual water consumer confi dence
report providing detailed information
about the water quality in New Hope
for the previous year. To read New
Hope’s 2019 Water Quality Report,
visit newhopemn.gov/waterquality.
Since 2011, New Hope has annually
asked residents to complete a short
survey to help gauge areas where the
city is meeting or surpassing expecta-
tions, and where residents see room
for improvement.
Th e 2020 survey features 20 ques-
tions on core city services including
safety, streets, sewer and water and
city parks and is included in the July
utility bill. Th e survey can also be
completed online at newhopemn.
gov/survey. Surveys can be submitted
through Sept. 18.
Farmers Market is Back
Th e New Hope Community Farm-
ers Market returned to New Hope
Civic Center on Saturday, June 20.
Th e market is located near New Hope
City Hall and is a great place to get
farm fresh vegetables and fruits and
to browse the handiwork of local art-
ists and crafters. Market day is every
Saturday through Oct. 3. Market
hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each week.
For more information, visit newhope-
market.org.
Growing Problem?
City ordinance requires property
owners to prevent weeds from matur-
ing and spreading, and prohibits grass
or weeds in excess of eight inches in
height.
If you have a complaint about weeds
or unmowed grass, contact the city
forester at 763.592.6777, or report
online at newhopemn.gov/reportanis-
sue.
Water Quality ReportRecreational Fire Rules
Recreational fi res are permitted, but
restricted, in New Hope:
• Fires must be in an approved out-
door fi re place or pit, at or below
grade, and no more than three
feet in diameter.
• Fires must be kept at least 25 feet
from any structure or combus-
tible materials. Portable outdoor
fi replaces must be used in ac-
cordance with manufacturer’s
instructions and must not be
operated within 15 feet of a struc-
ture or combustible material.
• Fires shall not be used to dispose
of yard waste or household trash.
• Fires are not allowed if winds
exceed seven miles per hour or if
a fi re ban is issued by the Minne-
sota DNR.
• Fires must be constantly attended
by the property owner or a des-
ignated adult until completely
extinguished.
• A garden hose must be available
within 15 feet for emergency
purposes.
• Fires must be extinguished by 11
p.m.
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Recreation Corner
Playground Programs Start in July
Youth ages 3-12 will be doing activities centered around a new theme each
week with arts, crafts, games, sports and more. Th e program will be held
Mondays and Wednesdays at Holiday and Liberty parks, and Tuesdays
and Th ursdays at Hidden Valley and Northwood parks from 9:30-
11:30 a.m. for $34/resident. Th e afternoon program for ages 7-12 will be
held 1-3:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays at Holiday Park and Tues-
days and Th ursdays at Northwood Park for $42/resident.
Virtual Acting Camps
Youth ages 7-12 take the stage (virtually) during acting camp! In this camp
you will create masks, develop a character and build a story. Camp will
consist of Zoom classes with our instructor, and additional time may be
needed outside of class to work on your story. Before the class begins each
participant will be given a link to the Zoom classroom, a take-home sup-
ply kit and an additional supply list. A fi nal watch party will be held at 7
p.m. on Friday evening during camp. Class will be held Monday-Friday,
Aug. 3-7 from 10-10:45 a.m. for $45/resident.
Sports Camps
New Hope Parks & Recreation will be off ering several sports camps this
summer beginning in July and August. Some of the camps off ered will
include boys and girls basketball, girls volleyball, soccer, tennis and track.
Th ese camps will be run by the head coaches, assistants and players from
Cooper and Armstrong High Schools. Pick a sport or more than one and
work on improving your skills and having fun this summer.
Revolutionary Sports Soccer
Th is soccer program has classes for youth ages 3-9 years old. Coaches will
help players develop their individual skills, including dribbling, passing,
shooting and defending. Th ese classes are suitable for kids of all skill lev-
els. Summer classes will run Aug. 4-Sept. 1.
For more information about these programs or to register, call the
New Hope Parks and Recreation offi ce at 763.531.5151 or visit
webtrac.nhrecexpress.com.
Does your neighbor have a beautiful garden or yard, or did they recently com-
plete a home improvement project? Why not nominate them for a New Hope
RAVE! Award? Any residential property in New Hope is eligible to be nomi-
nated for a RAVE! Award, and any resident can submit a nomination. You can
even nominate yourself.
While gardening and landscaping are easily the most popular categories, the
RAVE! Awards also include categories for remodeling or renovation proj-
ects, additions, general property maintenance and environmentally sensitive
improvements. To nominate someone for a RAVE! Award, download a nomi-
nation form from the city’s website, newhopemn.gov/rave, or call Jeff Alger at
763.531.5119. Th e deadline for nominations is August 14.
RAVE! Awards
More people in the U.S. die from ex-
treme heat exposure than any other
natural disaster. Vulnerable popula-
tions– including the homeless, older
adults and those with special medical
needs – are particularly at risk.
Th ere are simple measures you can
take to protect yourself and others.
• Drink plenty of fl uids, even if
you’re not thirsty.
• Avoid caff einated or alcoholic
beverages when its hot – they
dehydrate the body.
• Eat light meals. Avoid high-pro-
tein foods – they increase meta-
bolic heat.
• Resting two hours in an air con-
ditioned area can signifi cantly
reduce heat-related illnesses.
Fans provide some comfort but,
in extreme heat, fans will not
prevent heat-related illness.
• Plan outdoor activities around
the heat. If you must go outside,
go before noon or after dark
when it’s cooler. Wear light-col-
ored clothes.
• Wear sunscreen to prevent
sunburn. Sunburn makes it more
diffi cult for your body to cool off .
• Don’t leave children or pets unat-
tended in a car – even for a few
minutes.
Heat-Related Illness
Be alert for these signs of heat-related
illnesses including heat stroke:
• Extremely high body temperature
• Red, hot, dry skin (not sweating)
• Rapid, strong pulse
• Dizziness, nausea, paleness
• Th robbing headache
• Shallow, fast breathing
If these symptoms are present, call
for immediate medical assistance.
Cooling a symptomatic person is im-
portant. Bring them to a cool, shady
area. Cool them with a hose, cool
shower or bath.
Visit emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/ex-
tremeheat for more information.
Safety Tip of the Month