Month: June 2018

Jamie Tulupan had no idea how sick he was.

Local political organizations and faith communities gathered at the Carver County Jail in Chaska Wednesday to protest the county’s relationship with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.

Based on current river level projections, the Main Street Bridge is expected to stay open.

Athletic trainers will need a license, a northern Minnesota economic development fund is being tweaked and some wrongfully incarcerated people are getting compensation as new laws go into effect on July 1.

The Chaska Police Department Safety Camp will be held Tuesday, July 17, and Wednesday, July 18, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  This camp is open to all Carver County youth entering Grades 2 – 4.  It is a two-day camp of fun-filled learning regarding safety.

Safety Camp will be held at the Chaska Fire Department (Two City Hall Plaza, Chaska, MN 55318).  The cost of $40 includes snack, lunch, and a camp t-shirt.

See the attached flyer and registration application for more details.

For additional questions, contact Officer Janke at 952-448-4200, or by email at [email protected].

The Carver County Water Management Organization (CCWMO) and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) require volume reduction and treatment of storm runoff from all new impervious surfaces associated with the Carver Elementary and Ironwood Park.  A stormwater reuse system was constructed to address the volume reduction requirements.  The system consists of a pond to provide treatment and storage of runoff, a pump station, and piping to convey the reuse water to the irrigation areas around the school and park.

The pump station has a control system that monitors flow, level, and pressure, which adjusts the pumping rate to meet the varying demand.  The station includes a treatment structure and a self-flushing filter to remove particles greater than 80 microns.  This provides water quality suitable for our irrigation systems.  Another significant benefit of the reuse of stormwater for irrigation is the reduction in demand on the City’s potable water system.  With this system, at no time will the City’s treated water be used to irrigate areas around Carver Elementary or Ironwood Park.

In order for the system to manage stormwater pond levels during heavy rain events, the irrigation system may activate.  This means that you might notice the irrigation system running during or after rain events; even running in the middle of the day and appear to be wasteful.  However, the system has been specifically designed this way to manage stormwater pond levels to help control runoff and prevent erosion.

If you have any questions regarding the City’s stormwater reuse system, please contact Brian Skok, Public Services Director, at 952-448-8736 or [email protected].

The Carver Public Services Department is making preparations to close the Main Street Bridge (CSAH 40) in historic downtown Carver by Wednesday, June 27.  The National Weather Service is predicting a crest on the Minnesota River at Jordan by this coming Friday or Saturday.  The Main Street Bridge provides a crossing for Spring Creek in historic downtown Carver.  Spring Creek is typically impacted with backwater from the Minnesota River when river levels are high.

Brian Skok, Public Services Director, will be providing a status and operations update at a City Council meeting on Monday, June 25 at 6:45 pm.

The Carver City Council will hold an Emergency Meeting to discuss flood conditions and operations on Monday, June 25, 2018, at 6:45 PM.  The meeting will be held at City Council Chambers at Church by the River, 109 Main Street East.    NOTICE-JUNE 25, 2018

Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Thursday, June 21, 7:00 p.m. at Gazebo Park

Come enjoy music by Hunker’d Down.  Concessions provided by the Carver Lions Club and Carver on the Minnesota.

For a copy of the packet, click HERE.

To watch the live stream of the meeting at 6:30 PM, click HERE.

Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

For a copy of the packet, click HERE.

If there are any questions, please contact [email protected].

The City of Carver is seeking applications for the position of Public Services Technician II.  Essential functions of the position include operation and maintenance of the municipal water infrastructure, sanitary sewer infrastructure, storm water, flood protection, municipal properties, fleet vehicles, and streets, with an emphasis on water and sanitary sewer (option C).

Starting salary is established by a collective bargaining agreement with a range of $24.24 to $30.21/hr.   All applicants must submit a cover letter and application. Applications will be accepted through July 5, 2018 at 3:00 p.m.  For a complete job description and application forms, please visit www.cityofcarver.com/employment. Cover letters and applications can be mailed or dropped off at the City of Carver, c/o Public Services Position, 801 Jonathan Carver Parkway, Carver, MN 55315. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Due to the past precipitation and the forecasted precipitation expected, the river level is predicted to rise into flood stage by the end of this week and into next week. Therefore, Riverside Park, campsites, boat landing and archery range is and will remain closed until the water level has receded and the Park is functional and safe to use. Please check the City’s website for updates.

Community members are invited to attend an open house 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 14 to tour the Steiner-Kelting Mental Wellness Facility in Chaska.

State Sen. Scott Jensen (R-Chaska) will be host three town hall meetings across Senate District 47 in June.

Ponds with a Purpose
Often the small ponds seen in cities and developments are thought of as landscaping features to add beauty or increase wildlife habitat. While the ponds do that, their actual purpose is more intentional; they exist to protect lakes and rivers from pollution. See more…
If there are any questions, please contact [email protected]

RAD (Reptile and Amphibian Discovery) Zoo visits the Chaska, Chanhassen and Victoria libraries. How often do you see turtles, snakes, or even alligators at the library? Get an up-close look at some amazing reptiles with another fascinating visit from RAD Zoo.

A regular season defeat to Chanhassen in overtime didn’t mean much to Minnetonka. The Skippers knew they were better than what they showed that April 27 night.