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The Richfield Recap - March 24, 2022 |
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HRA Year in Review
On Monday, Richfield staff presented the Year in Review to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) for the 2021 program year. The presentation covered the accomplishments under the HRA and Economic Development Authority (EDA) programs administered by the city.
A PDF of the presentation can be viewed online.
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City returns to in-person meetings in April
For many months, the omicron variant of the coronavirus required a return to a virtual format for public meetings. A drastic reduction in cases over the past several weeks means public meetings will return to an in-person format starting in April 2022.
Residents interested in participating in a public meeting, but concerned about attending in-person, or cannot make a meeting due to a scheduling conflict can still submit feedback either over the phone or by email.
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Dogs must be leashed
Did you know the City of Richfield requires all dogs to be leashed in public parks? Concerns about of unleashed dogs in city parks have increased with the arrival of warmer months. If you’re going to bring your dog to a city park, please make sure the dog is leashed at all times and under your control. If you see an unleashed dog, please call Richfield Public Safety at 612-861-9898.
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Don't flush wipes
The Public Works Department needs your help: staff is finding an unacceptable volume of "flushable" wet wipes in our sanitary lift stations. This causes problems in our sewer mains, but can also result in sewer back-ups in your homes. Instead of flushing, throw all personal wipes, cleaning wipes, and paper towels in the trash. Remember, only flush the three P's: poop, pee and paper. Our utilities staff thank you!
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Spring cleaning made easy with the Green Disposal Guide
Spring cleaning means it’s time to declutter. But what are you going to do with all that stuff? Check out Hennepin County’s Green Disposal Guide. Find information on the best way to recycle, reuse or dispose of items in your home.
Some items with confusing disposal rules include:
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Fluorescent bulbs contain mercury and should be brought to a hardware store that recycles them or a drop-off facility.
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Latex paint: No longer your color? Recycle unused paint at a PaintCare retail drop-off site near you, or you can bring them to a drop-off facility. Empty cans can go into the garbage.
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String and holiday lights burn out and should be brought to a drop-off facility. Do NOT put them in your curbside recycling. They’re tanglers that can gum up recycling machinery
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Furniture, if it’s gently used, should be donated, sold or given away. Not reusable? Then it’s garbage and not recyclable. Check with your curbside waste hauler for pick up options.
Questions? Contact garbageandrecycling@richfieldmn.gov.
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