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The Richfield Recap - January 25, 2024 |
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It's Back! Dome Days at Holy Angels
Tomorrow morning, enjoy play time at the indoor heated dome at the Academy of Holy Angels in the heart of Richfield. The recreation team will provide equipment to play with, including parachutes, soccer balls, hula hoops, portable frisbee golf chains and frisbees, plus bean bags and boards. All youth under age 14 need to be accompanied by an adult. To register, use the link below or pay in-person at the Dome. Admission is $5 and each individual entering the dome must pay. Registrations taken at the door must pay the fee in cash. Exact change is appreciated!
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Action Plan approved by council
On Tuesday night, the Richfield City Council approved an Active Transportation Action Plan to continue the city’s progress improving walking, biking and rolling infrastructure. Plan development was made possible through a grant from the Minnesota Department of Transportation and was a collaborative effort between city departments, local partners and the public. The full plan is available on the city website.
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Senior Dining at the Community Center
For over 40 years, the community center has served lunch in the lower level, in partnership with the Volunteers of America. Beginning in February, Mondays will be added to the dining schedule! Meals will be served Mondays - Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. A donation of $5 per meal is suggested. Just reserve a meal three working days in advance by calling 612-812-9149 and come dine where everybody will soon know your name! Call or stop by the community center for more information (7000 Nicollet Avenue or 612-861-9385).
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Kickstart your plastic-free journey: Take the Challenge!
Plastics can be a hassle – they create clutter and can be confusing to recycle – plus they contribute to litter, harm water and wildlife and have largely unknown health impacts for us. Fortunately, there’s a lot we can do to help create a plastic-free world, from learning more about plastic waste and recycling to making simple swaps to advocating for changes in your community and sharing your story with others.
Be part of the solution to reduce waste, protect water and wildlife, address climate change, and look after the health of ourselves and future generations by joining the Plastic-Free Challenge.
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It may be starting to warm up outside, but winter isn’t quite over yet! Chloride pollution, largely from deicing salt applied during the winter, is a growing issue in Minnesota lakes and streams. Richfield residents can protect our water resources with these smart salting tips:
SHOVEL: Clear walkways before snow gets compacted or turns to ice, and salt only if needed.
SCATTER: More salt does not mean more melting. Aim for 3 inches of space between salt granules. 12-ounces of salt can effectively cover a 12-by-20 foot driveway or 10 sidewalk squares!
SWITCH: Common deicers don’t melt ice below 15° F (pavement temperature), so should not be applied. Instead, use a small amount of sand for traction when it is too cold.
SWEEP: Clean up leftover salt and sand on dry pavement, so it doesn’t wash into our waterways. Reuse it as needed.
Businesses that need someone to shovel or plow should hire a certified Smart-Salting contractor. Check out the MPCA’s Smart Salting training website to learn more.
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Come join our team! Seasonal jobs now open!
The city offers an innovative and progressive culture with a vision towards the future. We provide a supportive environment for employees to thrive, with opportunities for professional and personal growth and competitive benefits and compensation.
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In case you missed it.... happiness at the dog park!
Is there anything more joyful than a happy dog? Some of our resident pups and their people came out for this winter's Bark in the Park on Tuesday evening. Recreation staff handed out hot cocoa and dog treats and provided information on seasonal programs. Smiles abounded as everyone enjoyed the mild weather. Click here for more information on the Off-Leash Dog Park.
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