2015 Spring/Summer FunFinder
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2015 Spring/Summer FunFinder
2015 Funfinder cover 2_Layout 1 3/30/15 2:58 PM Page 1 Pages 2 and 3_Layout 1 4/8/15 8:40 AM Page 1 2 Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer Parks and Recreation Policy & Information Club Kid & More Crookston, MN 56716 • 218-281-1242 • Website: www.crookston.mn.us Insurance Notice All activities run June 8 - August 6, 2015 unless noted. No Activities June 29th - July 3rd. Must be of age by last day of session. (Does not include T-Ball) *Divisions based on grade completed* Crookston Parks and Recreation does not provide accident insurance for participants in any programs. Participation in recreation programs is voluntary in nature and activities that are offered are optional choices of the individual. Participants assume all inherent risk of injury resulting from their involvement in programs or activities outlined in this brochure. The City of Crookston will not be liable for any claim, demand, injury, damage action or cause for action while participating in a recreation program. Registration Activities will run June 8th - August 6th, 2015, unless otherwise indicated. Crookston Parks and Recreation offers three convenient ways to register: 1.) Register online at: http://www.crookston.mn.us/parkrec/ Payment by credit card now available. Convenience fee applies. 2.) Mail in your registration form and fee to Crookston Parks and Recreation, 124 North Broadway, Crookston, MN 56716. A receipt will be mailed to you to verify your registration. 3.) Register in person at the Parks and Recreation office at City Hall. Summer office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 6/1 - 8/28/15. Fees Fees must be paid at registration time or according to deadlines listed with the individual activities. Past due fees are payable immediately unless prior arrangements have been made. Anyone who is unable to participate due to financial reasons should request information on Kids First or contact the Recreation Department to make payment arrangements. Non - Payment Penalty Policy Our policy states that no child can be registered into an activity or advanced level of an activity for which there is a balance due from the previous year. That balance due must be paid prior to the child being allowed to participate. Crookston Park Board Mark Hollcraft - Chair Michelle Christoperson Stacey Hamre Mike Tiedemann Kristy Morris Leas Meetings The Park Board is the governing body of the Parks and Recreation Department. The Park Board meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 4:15 p.m. at City Hall. Park Board meetings are open to the public. Crookston Parks and Recreation Staff Director: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scott Riopelle Parks and Recreation Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scott Butt Administrative Assistant: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phyllis Hagen Park Workers: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tom Clauson, Richard Laughery, John Lentsch, Maureen Kostrzewski, Cory Uriell and Marcus Brekken (COVER PAGE: Children enjoying Castle Park play area Picture taken by Leah Winjum) Club Kid For kids who have completed 1st through 5th grade only Kids who have completed 1st through 5th grade will enjoy all types of activities from arts and crafts to outdoor games. Field trips to local areas of interest including trips to UMC supervised by UMC faculty. Central Park Campground Open May 15th to October 1st 16 Electrical Hook-ups, Bath house with shower on site $10 - Tents • $15 - Campers, RVs RULES: 1. Only one tent, camper or RV per site 2. No moving from site to site without Park Ranger’s authorization 3. Use of one electrical plug-in per site 4. 1 key per site 5. No intoxication 6. Dogs must be kept on leashes 7. No cooking in bath house 8. No disposing of food in sinks or toilets 9. Pick up garbage 10. One week stay with possible second week PLEASE HELP KEEP THE CAMPGROUND CLEAN Picnic Table Rentals New this year, there will be a limited number of picnic tables available for rent. The Fee is $5.00/table for a three day period. Picnic Shelter Rental Fee $10 - Highland Tennis Shelter, Highland Diamond 2&4 Shelter, Highland Dia mond 3&5 Shelter, Schuster Square, Castle Park Shelter and Eugene Field Shelter $20 - Wildwood Shelters and Carman Park Shelter $30 - Highland Lions’ Shelter $40 - Highland Hut $50 - Downtown Square $60 - Highland Hut and Shelter Call Parks and Recreation to make reservations at 218-281-1242. Cancellations KROX Radio will broadcast or list on website all cancellations of activities. If no announcement is heard on the radio or listed on the website, please assume the scheduled activity will be held. Please do not call KROX. Occasional information will appear on Cable Channel 3. Summer programming is scheduled to include weather-related cancellations. If excessive cancellations occur, makeup sessions will be considered. Mission Statement The philsophy of Crookston Parks and Recreation is to provide activities for the youth and adults of our community at a reasonable cost. Scheduling The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to adjust schedules when necessary. Location: Highland Complex & TBA Days: Monday through Thursday Time: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Cost: $200.00 - June 8 - August 6 Code: 3061.13 Supervisor: Kirby Newhouse Crocodile Swim Aquatic Wellness Team Program This competitive swim team partic ipates at area swim meets under USA Swimming and focuses on each swimmers’ individual stroke techniques, endurance and goals while being part of a team. Swimmers are encouraged, but not required to compete in meets. What’s best, swimming is the perfect sport to stay in shape for your other high endurance sports seasons! Ages: 7-18 Cost: $185.00 Time: Mon-Thurs - 5-6:30 p.m., Fri - 6-7 a.m. + dryland May 18 - July 26 This program is for swimmers who want to learn to swim better, swim for a healthier lifestyle or just be able to swim in a structured environment with friends. Considered a natural progression from swim lessons, swimmers will work on learning the techniques of the 4 strokes - Freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly through a variety of fun activities. Learning to swim well truly is the best gift you can give your child in the land of 10,000 lakes. Ages: 6-18 Cost: $125.00 Time: Mon, Tues, Thurs - 5-6 p.m. May 18 - July 23 Children’s Gardening Program Participants will learn basic hands on gardening skills. Early seeding along with plant harvesting at the end of the session will highlight the program. June 9th - August 4th • Grades 3rd - 6th Location: TBA Time: 9 - 10:30 a.m. Days: Tuesday Cost: $50.00 Supervisor: Megan Jansen Code: 3211.13 Minimum enrollment of 8. Contact Coach Christine Erdman @ 218-521-0576 or email [email protected] for more information! TRANSPORTATION Kids First Scholarship A scholarship fund for Parks and Recreation activities. Applications available at the office. Kids First... because they’re only kids once. Scholarships available up to $50 per child based on need. Mission Statement - To increase the number of children from low income families participating in the recreational and educational programs of Crookston’s Parks & Recreation, and to maintain and enhance the self respect of the family. Other goals include: Create activities parents and children can enjoy together; offer preventive solutions to juvenile delinquency; teach skills for high school athletics and lifetime enjoyment; create situations where families can learn from one another; encourage a child’s interest at its highest point in recreational activities. All Kids First donations go directly to providing scholarships to area children. Thank you for your support. Crookston Summer Fun Pass Do you need to get your children ages 5 - 17 to T-ball, swimming, softball, golfing, shopping, the park, doctor/dental appointments or any where else this summer. Here is a deal for you from T.H.E. Bus!!! Tri - Valley Heartland Express BUS has a summer fun pass. $55/individual pass or $125/family pass. Valid June, July, and August 2015 for unlimited rides in Crookston only. Call 281-0700 for more information. Providing safe, friendly and dependable transportation to the residents of the area at a reasonable cost. 3 Pages 4 and 5_Layout 1 4/8/15 8:41 AM Page 1 4 Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer Tennis Baseball All ages 1st - 8th grades, all times! Family friendly schedule! Baseball Starts June 2nd Every session will include all levels of tennis. Coaches will divide players according to ability; skills, drills, and games taught accordingly. June through August session! June 8th - August 6th. No activities the week of June 29th - July 3rd. The session will be taught by Parks and Rec. coaches and supervised by Amber Trostad and Lizzy Awender. Available for all ages: Time Code Time Code Mondays & Wednesdays: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. 3181.13 Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. 3182.13 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. 3181.23 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. 3182.23 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. 3181.33 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. 3182.33 Register with Parks and Recreation for June - August Tennis sessions: Fees: $65 for 2 hours/week - No proration for late registration. $100 for 4 hours/week - No proration for late registration. Code: 3183.13 Golf Supervisor: Lee Leach, PGA Certified Instructor & Minakwa staff Beginning group golf lessons introduce the game of golf, fundamentals and golf etiquette. Teen group golf lessons are a continuation. Bring your own clubs. We will be on the course near the end of the session. Teen: 6th - 8th Grade Location: Minakwa Clubhouse Time: 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. Day: Monday - Starts June 8th Cost: $55.00 Code: 3114.13 Included in the Golf Fee is FREE entry into the Minakwa Youth Golf Tourney, Monday, August 3rd, 2015 Youth: 1st - 3rd Grade Lessons Location: Minakwa Clubhouse Time: 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. Day: Monday - Starts June 8th Cost: $55.00 Code: 3112.13 for 4th grade and up Family Golf Lessons For one or two adults with children Location: Minakwa Clubhouse Limit 5 Families Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Day: - Tuesday - Starts June 9th Cost: 2 people - $65.00 Code: 3115.13 3 or more people - $80.00 Code: 3115.23 Youth: 4th - 5th Grade Location: Minakwa Clubhouse Time: 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. Day: Monday - Starts June 8th Cost: $55.00 Code: 3113.13 Soccer Traveling Team Baseball 12u: Ages 11 & 12 as of May 1st, 2015 Fee: $75.00 Code: 3034.23 Tournaments: Moorhead - June 6th and 7th Crookston - June 12th and 13th TRF - June 19th and 20th Supervisor: Chris Bruggeman 10u: Ages 9 & 10 as of May 1st, 2015 Fee: $50.00 Code: 3033.23 Tournaments: Crookston - June 12th and 13th TRF - June 19th and 20th State - TBA In House Baseball When: Tues., Thurs., & Saturdays, April 7th - May 5th Cost: $40 per participant Location: Carman Fields Sessions: 1st Session (ages 4 - 7): Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., Saturdays 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | 2nd Session (ages 8 - 12): Tuesdays 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Saturdays 10:30 - noon Registration: Forms can be printed off from www.crookstonsoccer.com or picked up from the Parks & Rec Dept. in City Hall For more info contact Brian Dingmann at [email protected] or 281-2395 • CYSA draw-string bag is included with registration • Shin guards are recommended but not required • Scholarships may be available based on need and available funds CYSA Summer Competitive Soccer Teams: U10, U13, and U17 C0-ed Cost: $120 per participant, plus $40 for a uniform Location: CHS Soccer Complex - practice starts in mid-May, followed by tournaments in Fargo/Moorhead (June 26th - 28th), plus additional home and away games with East Grand Forks. Registration: Forms and Emergency Consent Forms can be printed off from www.crookstonsoccer.com or picked up from the Parks & Rec Dept. in City Hall. Must register by April 30th. For more info contact Brian Dingmann at [email protected] or 281-2395 • Scholarships may be available based on need and available funds Prep and Babe Ruth practices will be set by the coach, beginning June 2nd. Prep and Babe Ruth players will play a traveling schedule throughout Northwestern Minnesota. Prep 13 year olds (born between 5/1/01 and 4/31/02) Location: Highland Park Cost: $150.00 Code: 3036.13 Prep Supervisors: Cody Weiland & Mikey Hajostek Babe Ruth 14 and 15 year 0lds (born between 5/1/99 and 4/31/01) Location: Highland Park Cost: $150.00 Code: 3037.13 Babe Ruth Supervisor: Joey Koenig Bantams: Rookie League 7, 8, and 9 years of age as of May 1st, 2015 Location: Highland Complex (Diamonds 3, 4) Time: 10:00 - 11:15 a.m. Tues, Wed, Thurs - starting June 2nd Games: During the day Thursday at Highland Complex (Diamonds 3, 4) Cost: $75.00* Code: 3033.13 Bantam Supervisors: Cody Weiland and Mikey Hajostek Cadets: Cal Ripken Major League 10, 11, & 12 years of age as of May 1st, 2015 This group will be eligible for post-season play Location: Highland Complex (Diamonds 5, 6) Time: 10:00 a.m. to Noon Tues, Wed, Thurs, starting June 2nd Games: During the day Thursday at Highland Complex (Diamonds 5, 6) Cost: $75.00* Code: 3034.13 Cadet Supervisors: Cody Weiland and Mikey Hajostek *Jersey is provided, pants not provided* CYSA Spring Recreational Soccer Prep and Babe Ruth T-Ball Begins June 9th Boppers 4 years of age, Boys and Girls Location: American Legion Fields (Located behind Highland School) Time: Tuesdays from 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Cost: $50.00 Code: 3031.13 Big Boppers 5 to 6 years of age and 7 years of age who prefer T-ball, Boys and Girls Location: American Legion Fields (Located behind Highland School) Time: Tuesdays from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Thursdays from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Cost: $50.00 Code: 3032.13 Supervisor: Lisa Bohler The Crookston Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing quality programming for all ages of our community! 5 Pages 6 and 7_Layout 1 4/7/15 3:06 PM Page 1 6 CrookstonParks&Rec 2015Spring&Summer 2015Spring&Summer7 CrookstonParks&Rec Special Activities Girls Softball Bantams Modified Fast Pitch Ponies Fast Pitch Forgirls7,8,9,and10yearsold Location: HighlandSchoolFields Time: 11:00a.m.-12:30p.m. Practice Days: MondayandWednesday Game Day: Thursdayleaguegamesagainst areatowns.Feeincludestwobustripsandjersey Cost: $125.00-startsJune8th Code: 3151.13 Bantam Supervisor: LaciaHanson Forgirls11,12,and13yearsold Location: HighlandSchoolFields Time: 9:30-11:00a.m. Practice Days: MondayandWednesday Game Day: Thursdayleaguegamesagainst areatowns.Feeincludestwobustripsandjersey Cost: $125.00-startsJune8th Code: 3152.13 Ponies Supervisor: LaciaHanson Men’s and Women’s Summer Softball Leagues Minimum age of 16 AdultSoftballwillstarttheweekofMay11thattheHighlandComplex Cost: $750TeamFee **All fees must be paid the opening night of softball** $400forHighSchoolTeam Codes: Women’sLeague-3201.13 MondayMen’sLeague-3202.13 TuesdayMen’sLeague-3202.23 Women’s Supervisor: TBA Men’s Supervisors: Monday-EricBiermaier Tuesday-LonnieOlson Skatepark Open at Highland Park Complex Opentothepublicfromdawnto10:00p.m.Provideyour ownequipment(helmetsrecommended) andskateatyourownrisk Horseshoes Horseshoe League ThisisaCo-edAdultLeaguewhich willbeginonTuesday,June2rdat7:00p.m. Comeearlytowarmupandorganize QuestionscallVanceHerrinat289-4883 orKelvinKasteat281-7567 Location: HighlandHorseshoeCourts Day & Time: Tuesdaysat7:00p.m.(comeearly!) Cost: $10.00(Free1styear) $30.00TeamSponsorshipfee Maple Lake Disc Golf Central Park “Take a Kid Fishing” Friday,July31st,2015 4th-9thgradeboysandgirls Busleavesat11:00a.m.fromCSCforMapleLake, returnsat7:00p.m.toCSC Cost is FREE! F R EE Nine-holefrisbeegolfcourseavailableinCentralPark Mustfurnishyourownequipment Summer Disc Golf League OrganizationalMeetingisMay12th,7:00p.m.atCentralPark Allageswelcome Generalinformationandschedulingformattobediscussed Sponsored by Crookston Parks & Rec, and NW MN Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #8 Lunchandsupportprovidedby West Polk County Farm Bureau Association Responsibleadultsfromsponsoringorganizationsto superviseandbeassignedparticipantsfortheday Fishingequipmentavailableifneeded Registration Deadline: July 30th, 2015 Forspecialeventsorgeneral informationcontact: Dale Otto 280-6939 or Dalton Newquist 280-8813 Women’s & Co-ed Sand Volleyball Leagues When: Mondays6:30p.m. Where: CarmanParkSandCourt Cost: $120TeamFee Manager’s Meeting: CarmanSandCourt June1stat6:30p.m. Volleyball games to start June 8th Teamsmusthave4to6players Gamesmaybeunofficiateddependingonparticipation Ifinterested,attendthemeetingorcontactTBA FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ANY SPORTS OR ACTIVITIES WITH PARKS & RECREATION, CALL 281-1242 Reg ist Earl er y! DNR Firearms Safety Training DNRFirearmsSafetyTrainingisforanyone11andolder YouthHuntersandthoseplanningonhuntingoutofstatearerequired tohaveaFirearmSafetyTrainingCertificate ClassesareheldattheCrookstonGunClub Classes are limited to 36 students per class Spring Classes: 7:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. Tuesday,May5th-BringParentThursday,May7th Friday,May8thTuesday,May12thThursday,May14th Friday,May15thSaturday,May16th-FieldDayandTest Sponsoredandconductedby: CrookstonGunClub, WestPolkCountyDeerHuntersAssociation, BinghamConstruction, Online B&FInvestments,CrookstonNationalBank, Day Range SwansonLaw,AdamsHeating&Coolingand st August1 Hunter’sOutlet .to 8:00a.m . 3:00p.m For info and registration contact Steve Videen at 218-289-2115 Pitch, Hit & Run BaseballandSoftballSkills CompetitionforBoysandGirlsages7to14 Saturday,May9th 10:00a.m.at HighlandComplex,Diamond1 Cost is FREE! Crookston Youth Football Camp When: Mon-Thurs,July27th-July30th Times: 9:00a.m.-12:oop.m. Where: HighSchoolPracticeFields Ages: Goingintogrades4th-6thCost: $50 Supervisor: ScottButt Pages 8 and 9 Color_Layout 1 4/8/15 8:39 AM Page 1 8 2015 Spring & Summer Crookston Parks & Rec Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer !" 9 Pages 10 and 11_Layout 1 4/7/15 3:10 PM Page 1 10 Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer The Crookston Sports Center, constructed in 2010, is designed for a variety of programs and activities. The facility has ample floor space to handle large events as well as meeting rooms and activity areas for smaller venues. The three rink complex lends itself well for indoor functions on a seasonal basis. Scott Riopelle Arena Manager 218-281-2465 Call for Information Fee Schedule • Artificial Turf Activities • Team Practices • Receptions - Concerts, Dances • Meetings - Birthday Parties Golf Simulator................................................................................$30 per hour Amenities • State-of-the-Art Sound System • Tables & chairs are available • 1,200 seating capacity with additional standing room and floor seating capabilities • Adequate parking • Facility lighting options • Fitness Area: Call CSC for information Walking Track Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25 annually $20 annually (65 and older) Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$300 Daily (over 4 hours) $150 1/2 day (4 hours or less) In-Season Ice Rental (Fall & Winter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$135 per hour prime $105 per hour non-prime Dryland Fee.............................................................................................$2 daily $30 season Community Room Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$30 2015 Spring & Summer Crookston Public Library 110North NorthAsh AshStreet Street Crookston, 110 Crookston,MN MN56716 56716 Phone: 281-4522 Fax: 281-4523 Phone: 281-4522 Fax: 281-4523 Web: Web: www.larl.org www.larl.org Email: Email: [email protected] [email protected] What does the Crookston Public Library have for you? • Programs and events for all ages • Information services and materials • DVDs, Videos, and CDs • Free WiFi • E-Books and Zinio Your Library Card is Free Getting a library card is easy - and it’s free! Either download a Library Card Application at www.larl.org or visit the Crookston Public Library to obtain a card. All you need is proof of current address and your card will open a world of discovery! Check Out Our New Website! Visit www.larl.org to take advantage of great opportunities online! Search the online catalog to request materials, review your account, or renew items. Discover great fiction using Book Browse and Shelfari, and learn about upcoming programs at the Crookston Public Library. Don’t have a computer at home? The Crookston Public Library has 15 computers loaded with Microsoft Office, programs for kids, internet access, and much more! “Read to the Rhythm” Join us for our Summer Reading Program, “Read to the Rhythm” each Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. from June 3rd to August 5th. The Summer Reading Program also provides opportunities for teens through the Volunteens and iCreate Art programs. Join us for a “rockin” summer! Turf Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$30 per hour Crookston Sports Center For additional information call 218-281-2465 www.crookstonsportscenter.com Crookston Parks Locations and Amenities Hoven Lane Park: Hoven Lane & Radisson Rd - 1.1 acres, swings, slide, basketball court and rocking toys Crookston Parks & Rec Eugene Park: Nelson St & Woodland Ave - 2 acres, 5-12 year play structures, swings, basketball court, shelter and picnic tables Johnson Park: Stephens Drive & Radisson Rd - .2 acres, swings, slide, Crookston Community Indoor Pool: 320 E 4th St climbing toys and a picnic table Central Park: Central Park Drive - 15 acres, camping, disc golf, Crookston Sports Center: 801 Fisher Ave - 2-5 year play structure, 3 ice green space, fishing and next to the river skating rinks, artificial turf, walking track and golf simulator Castle Park: Castle St & Carroll St - 8.9 acres, 5-12 year play struc North Broadway (Spider) Park: N. Broadway & 6th Ave NW - .2 acres, ture, natural play space, dog park, woodland trails and green space climbing structures, swings, picnic tables, green space and rocking toys Maplewood Park: W Loring St - 4 acres, 5-12 year play structures, Evergreen Park: Evergreen Drive & Cedar Court - .5 acres, 2-5 & 5-12 green space, picnic tables and next to the river year play structures, basketball court, swings, green space and a picnic Locken Park: S Ash St & E Robert St - .7 acres, sitting area, green table Schuster Park: Memorial Drive & Locken Blvd - 10.1 acres, 5-12 year space, wooded area, next to river play structures, tennis courts, basketball court, shelter, swings, green Wildflower Park: S Main St & Hwy 75 S - 1.6 acres, gardens and space and picnic tables benches Stearns Park (5 Corners): Stearns St & N. Broadway - .4 acres, swings, Old Museum Park: Washington Ave & Jerome St - .1 acre, basket slide, rocking toys and a basketball hoop ball court, swings, sand diggers and rocking toys Alexander (Apple) Park: Alexander St & 4th Ave N - .6 acres, swings, Wildwood Park: Myrtle St, Almira & Nettie Streets - 8.5 acres, 2-5 & slide, basketball court, climbing toys, rocking toys and green space 5-12 years play structures, green space, basketball hoop, shelters and Highland Complex: Central Ave N & Barrette St - 40 acres, 2-5 & 5-12 restrooms year play structures, skate park, baseball field, softball diamonds, tennis Crescent Park: Near Crescent Ave & Sunflower St - .1 acre, slide, courts, horseshoe court, basketball court and shelters rocking toys and a picnic table Walsh Park: Walsh St, Linden Ave & Summit Ave - .6 acres, 2-5 play Carman Park: Erskine St & 5th Ave S - 3 acres, 2-5 & 5-12 year play structures, swings, shelter and benches structures, volleyball courts, soccer fields, green space and a shelter Preschool Story Time! Preschool Story Time is every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. All preschool age children and their families are invited to enjoy music, stories, and more at this weekly event. Fire Department 620 South Main Crookston, MN 56716 Phone: 281-4584 Fax: 281-4594 The Crookston Fire Department has had a very productive spring season. In addition to our daily activities, the firefighters have been conducting rental and building inspections with great cooperation from the property owners in the City. Now that spring has arrived the Fire Department will conduct a city wide inspection. What we look for are unlicensed or inoperable vehicles, and the accumulation of junk or garbage around the residences. With your cooperation we can make Crookston a better place to live. The Crookston Fire Department would also like to give everybody a couple of fire safety tips. Please check your smoke detectors monthly to ensure they will sound in case of a fire. Also, please check your carbon monoxide detectors and remove all propane cylinders from attached garages and dwellings. This includes 20 lb. cylinders, which are the common size found on most gas grills. Stored indoors these cylinders become a hazard for the occupants and firefighters. The City Building Official is located at the Fire Department. Please stop in or call for inspection information or building permit needs. Remember to be Fire Safe and we will all have a nice summer. 11 Pages 12 and 13_Layout 1 4/7/15 3:11 PM Page 1 12 Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer Crookston Community Pool The Crookston Community Pool is continually working to develop new diverse programming options such as kayaking, scuba diving, water sports leagues, and aqua Zumba that will meet the needs of Crookston’s families, individuals and children. The CCP can be a valued asset to individuals’ health, wellness, entertainment and play. Crookston Parks and Recreation Matching Funds Program Crookston Parks and Recreation Department has available 50/50 matching dollars for development of “city owned” parks and playgrounds. An annual allocation up to $5,000 is available for individuals or groups pursuing a project. Projects submitted must meet the goals, philosophy and mission of the Parks and Recreation Department. The Park Board has the right to deny or approve any or all applications. Those interested are encouraged to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 218-281-1242. Applications for the next round of funds are due May 10th, 2015 with funds allocated by May 18th, 2015. Crookston Parks and Recreation Department 124 North Broadway, Crookston, MN (218) 281-1242 Parent or Guardian’s Name___________________________________________________ Address__________________________________________________ Home Phone____________________ Date_________________ E-mail_____________________________________ Cell Phone____________________ Work Phone______________________ 1st Child’s Name Grade DOB M/F Activity Code Fee 2nd Child’s Name Grade DOB M/F Activity Code Fee 3rd Child’s Name Grade DOB M/F Activity Code Fee Any special medical needs I, the undersigned parent or guardian, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the aforementioned activity(ies), and further agree to indemnify, and hold the City of Crookston harmless from and against any and all liability for any injury which may be suffered by the aforementione individual(s) rising out of, or in any way connected with his/her participation in this activity. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Parent, Guardian or Participants signature. Parents must sign if participant is less than 18 years of age. Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer 13 Pages 14 and 15_Layout 1 4/7/15 3:12 PM Page 1 14 Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer Public Works Dept. City Hall, 124 North Broadway, Crookston, MN 56716 Garbage Collection Regulations • Garbage pick-up on street boulevards only, within 5 feet of the curb line. • Garbage must be placed on boulevards by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day to insure collection. Garbage may NOT be placed on the boulevard more than 12 hours prior to your collection date. • Only City of Crookston garbage bags may be used. These bags may be purchased at most grocery and hardware stores. • City Ordinance prohibits illegal dumping of garbage in private and commercial dumpsters. Failure to comply with this ordinance will result in a $50 penalty. • Garbage will be picked up once per week. If your collection day falls on a holiday, generally your garbage will be picked up the following collection day. Collection day changes will appear in the local media. • City of Crookston bags must be closed with twist ties or other means in order to secure the contents. Bags left open and not tied may not be collected. Grass clippings will be collected on boulevards on your scheduled garbage collection day. The grass clippings must be placed in clear City of Crookston bags that may be purchased at locations selling city garbage bags. • Large items such as furniture, appliances, tree trunks, etc. will not be picked up on days other than Spring and Fall Clean-up Days. Rules concerning these clean-up days will be publicized in the local media prior to the event. • Branch and twig collection will be scheduled the second and fourth Mondays during the months of May-October. Branches must be in four foot lengths, bundled and placed curbside. Twigs may be placed in boxes or bags containing only twigs. Other materials such as dirt or garbage will cause the boxes to be left. • Since the threat of Dutch Elm Disease is still present in Crookston, the city will pick up infested elm trees placed on the street boulevard at no charge to private individuals. These pick-ups will be scheduled to coincide with the bi-monthly brush and twig collection times. Individuals must call City Hall to schedule this pick-up. Branches and compost material may also be taken to the Polk County Transfer Station. Recycling Rules • The City will have curbside collection of recyclables on your first scheduled collection day of the month. • Recyclable must be placed in City of Crookston blue recycling containers. These containers must be placed within 5 feet of the curb. Curbside placement times for recycling will coincide with garbage collection regulations. • Items to be collected are: a) Newspapers and Magazines b) Glass Bottles and Jars c) Aluminum Cans d) Tin Cans e) Plastic with the recycling triangle. f) Cardboard • Procedure to have items collected: a) Newspapers and magazines shall be placed in recycling container with the magazines on top to prevent newspapers from blowing away. b) Glass bottles and jars must be rinsed and have their lids removed. c) Aluminum cans should be rinsed and flattened. d) Tin cans must be rinsed and flattened as much as possible. e) Plastic should be rinsed and crushed as much as possible. Plastic may be placed in boxes or bags for collection. f) Cardboard boxes must be flattened and either tied in a bundle or neatly stacked beneath a blue recycling container. • Do not mix recyclable in the same container. • Recycling containers are the property of the resident. Loss or damage to these containers will result in replacement at the resident's expense at a cost of $5.00 per container. • City of Crookston recycling containers must be used to receive curbside collection services. • Residents may also drop off recyclables at the Polk County Transfer Station located on Ingersol Avenue and Foskett Street if they choose not to use the city curbside service. • Persons establishing residence in the City of Crookston may purchase recycling containers at City Hall at a cost of $5.00 per container. Mosquito Control Program • The City institutes a mosquito control program to help reduce the threat of West Nile and other mosquito transmitted diseases. • Besides the Titan 4+4 adulticide, the City distributes a product called Altosid briquettes, which attacks the mosquitoes in their larva state in standing water areas. The briquettes are distributed in mid May and a second distribution occurs early July. • Citizens can also help with mosquito control in a number of ways. The reduction of breeding sites is key to effective mosquito control. The following measures can help reduce breeding areas: 1. Dispose of all water holding containers such as barrels, plastic containers, tin cans, etc. 2. Dispose of old tires. Tires may be taken to the Transfer Station on Ingersoll Avenue free of charge. 3. Empty wading pools and bird baths weekly. 4. Keep drains and ditches clean and draining. 5. Fill in low spots that collect and hold water. 6. Keep grass mown and shrubbery trimmed so mosquitoes don’t have shaded areas to hide during the day. 7. Spraying lawns and shrubs with an insecticide will reduce populations. The residual will continue controlling mosquitoes between rains. Some insecticides to use are Malathion or Tempo, which can be purchased at local stores. • When going outside during active mosquito hours, mosquito repellent and long sleeved clothing will reduce the potential for mosquito bites. • With a dual effort of insecticide and reducing mosquito-breeding sites we can help control the mosquito population and reduce the potential for mosquito transmitted diseases. Crookston Parks & Rec 2015 Spring & Summer 15 Public Works Dept. City Hall, 124 North Broadway, Crookston, MN 56716 Sump Pump and Roof Drain Regulations main in the outgoing person's name until the meter is removed or the person going in has contacted our office. There will be a $20 City of Crookston Ordinance currently pro- disconnection fee ($50 after normal working hibits any storm water, roof run-off water, hours) if the water meter needs to be reand subsurface drainage discharged into the moved. sanitary sewer. Illegal connections to the sanitary sewer include sump pumps that drain into a sanitary sewer rather than to the Deposits outside of a structure, and roof drains that Deposits will be applied to the final water are discharged into the sanitary sewer ver- bill. Deposits are not transferable from one sus a rain gutter on the outside of the home. account to another. A new deposit is rePlease check your sump pumps and roof quired for each rental. Interest will be creddrains to insure that they are not connected ited to the account on the annual basis as set to the sanitary sewer. This will help keep by the MN Dept. of Commerce. sewer rates down by not having to treat storm water with wastewater, and avoid by- Billing passing the system which leads to pollution Charges included are for water, street light utility, sewer, garbage, and pest and a potential threat to public health. control/forestry charge. All charges are billed from the installation date of the water Moving In meter and are not dismissed until the water The person moving in must contact the meter is removed or put in the new users Water Department Office. There is a $100 name. Charges for water and sewer are deposit plus a $20 service charge ($50 after based on water used. Garbage is billed as a normal working hours) to have the service drive by fee, whether or not garbage is put put in. This is required of all renters, “con- out by the resident. There is a reduced rate tract for deed” purchasers, and trailer park for senior citizens over age 65. Seniors must residents before service will be put in their notify the Water Department Office of their name. The deposit received from “contract age. Pest Control/Forestry charge is billed for deed” cusomers can be refunded after 36 as a flat rate to cover any spraying needed months if their account is in good standing. and to cover the boulevard tree program. If the deposit is not paid in full, water service The Street Light Utility fee is to cover the must be put in the property owner's name cost of providing street lights. Other charges with their written or verbal consent. Home- may be added by resolution of the City owners will have the $20.00 service charge Council. Bills are sent out around the 15th ($50.00 after normal working hours) added of each month and are due by the 5th of the to their first regular bill. Renters and trailer following month. Penalty applies after the park residents will fill out a service agree- due date. If the 5th falls on a weekend the ment. Landlords and trailer park owners due date will be stated on the bill. Payments can be mailed, paid in person at City Hall, must have a blanket service agreement on placed in the drop box at City Hall, or paid file in our office for all their properties. Failat Hugo's grocery store customer service ure to provide this signed blanket agreement counter. Credit for payment is on the day will result in owner remaining responsible payment is received in our office. Automatic for bill. If a meter needs to be installed, the payment of water bills can be set up on rehouse will need to be opened. The valve quest. A $21.00 service charge will be added near the meter may be left off if nobody is by the Water Department for any NSF home in case the faucets have been left on in checks returned to us. the house. If a meter is already in the house, it will need to be read. Present accounts Collections must be paid in full before setting up service Accounts receiving a bill with a previous balto another address. ance must pay the previous balance amount plus the current bill in full by the due date. Moving Out Failure to pay these amounts may result in Persons moving out must contact the Water disconnection. If full payment is not reDepartment Office. The water bill will re- ceived a serviceman will be sent for notifica- tion of disconnection and a $20 fee will be added. If you aren’t able to pay by the due date you need to contact the Water Department at 281-5711 BEFORE the bill’s due date to avoid the $20.00 notification fee and disconection. If payment is not received service will be shut off. Water service will not resume until full payment on the account is received plus a $20 reconnection charge. There will be a $50.00 reconnection charge after normal working hours. Water Main Flushing Breaks- If possible, KROX Radio will be notified of water main breaks and hydrant flushing. Smaller areas may be notified door to door if time permits. If a large area is going to be shut off, or there is an emergency, the Polk County Sheriff's Office is notified and an announcement is put on TV. When hydrants are going to be flushed, KROX and Public Access Channel 3 are notified one day in advance of the area to be affected. Right of Entry According to City Ordinance Sec. 3.05, the City has the right to enter in and upon private property, including buildings and dwelling houses in or upon which is installed a municipal utility, or connection therewith, at all times reasonable under the circumstances, for the purpose of reading the utility meters and inspection and repair of meters or a utility system, or any part thereof, and for the purpose of connection and disconnection of service. Liens Against Properties If purchasing a home, you should check with the Water Department to see if there are any outstanding utility bills on the property. According to Minnesota Stat. 4444.075 Subd. 3, the City may assess any unpaid bills against property taxes after having a public hearing. Senior Citizens Garbage Discount Persons over age 65 may stop at the Water Department Office and pick up an application for a discount on garbage rates. There can only be two occupants in the residence at most times. 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