Carver Current

Construction Notice – June 3, 2020

Riverside Park will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, June 8 and 9, for storm sewer construction taking place on Main Street.

Crews will be installing storm sewer pipes on the north side of Main Street, east of Oak Street to Riverside Park (weather permitting).  During this work, Riverside Park will be inaccessible.  Please see the map below showing the work area:

We thank you for your cooperation and patience during this project.  Please contact the person listed below if you have any questions or concerns.

Michael Jabs
Primary Contact (Bolton and Menk)
612-269-9970
[email protected]

Those ponds you see dotting our landscape are doing important work to protect lakes and rivers, such as capturing pollutants and preventing floods. Protect them so they can protect our waters. To learn more click HERE.

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

The June 1, 2020, City Council meeting can be viewed by clicking on the following link:
City Council Meeting

Previous meeting videos are also available by clicking ALL VIDEOS

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

For the June 9, 2020, Heritage Preservation Packet, click HERE.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Monday, June 1, 2020, starting at 6:00 PM, the Carver City Council will hold their originally scheduled 5:30 Work Session and their originally scheduled Regular Meeting together and this meeting will begin at 6:00 PM.  For virtual meeting information, please see Details for Virtual Meeting.

For the Agenda and Packet for the June 1, 2020, City Council meeting, click on Agenda and Packet.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

City Hall will be closed Monday, May 25, 2020, in observance of Memorial Day.

We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.

The Planning Commission meeting from May 21, 2020, can be viewed by clicking on the following link:
Planning Commission Meeting

Additional City Council and Planning Commission meetings can be viewed by clicking All Videos.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Clean Up Day for City of Carver residents is planned for Saturday, June 13, with pick up starting at 7:00 a.m.

Curbside collection will be provided for items placed at the curb in an area no more than 8 feet wide by 8 feet long by 4 feet high.

For details on what is accepted and what is not accepted, see the details on the FLYER.

For materials not accepted, consider an option for recycling or reuse:

* Carver County Environmental Center:  www.recyclecarver.org
* SMSC Organics Recycling Facility:  www.smscorf.com

In coordination with the City Wide Clean Up Day, the Carver Lions will be hosting their Annual Shredding Event.  Veteran Shredding will be at Community Park (800 6th Street West) from 9:00 am. to 11:00 a.m. on June 13 to collect your paper waste for shredding.  There will be a two-box limit per vehicle.  This is a free event but donations will be accepted.

The May 18, 2020, City Council meeting can be viewed by clicking on the following link:
City Council Meeting

Previous meeting videos are also available by clicking ALL VIDEOS

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, May 21, 2020, starting at 6:30 PM, the Carver Planning Commission will hold their originally scheduled Planning Commission Meeting.  Carver City Hall is temporarily closed to the public.  This meeting will be held via Zoom conference services.  For virtual meeting information, please see Details for Virtual Meeting.  

For the Agenda and Packet for the May 21, 2020, Planning Commission meeting, click on Agenda and Packet.

To watch the live stream of the meeting, click HERE.

Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

The City of Carver is pleased to announce the appointment of Chad Shell as Public Services Director for the City of Carver.  Mr. Shell will assume his new position on Monday, May 18.  The position was previously held by Brian Skok, who recently took a position with the City of Apple Valley. 

A native of Fairmont, Shell holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse.  In addition, he holds licenses and certifications in water supply systems, waste water treatment, turf grass maintenance, and snow and ice control.

Shell has served as Public Services Technician I for the City of Carver since 2018.  In addition, Shell has held a similar position in public works for the City of Elko New Market, as well as serving as the Chief Manager for Snap Fitness for six years.

City Manager Brent Mareck commented that, “We have found an excellent addition to the City’s leadership team.  Chad has tremendous team building and leadership skills and the community will be well served by his technical skills related to municipal infrastructure and maintenance.”  

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Monday, May 18, 2020, starting at 6:00 PM, the Carver City Council will hold their originally scheduled 5:30 Work Session and their originally scheduled Regular Meeting together and this meeting will begin at 6:00 PM.  For virtual meeting information, please see Details for Virtual Meeting.

For the Agenda and Packet for the May 18, 2020, City Council meeting, click on Agenda and Packet.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Sustainable Lawn Webinar
Are you tired of mowing your lawn? Seeking a more sustainable option that requires less water? Join us May 28, 2020, for an evening webinar and learn how to convert your traditional grass into a no-mow lawn or pollinator lawn. The terms “no-mow” and “low-grow” refer to a type of grass called fine fescues. These species are one of the most shade tolerant turfs, require less water, and little to no mowing.

In this practical webinar you’ll learn everything from how to assess your current lawn, to selecting the right seed, planting, and maintaining a no-mow or pollinator lawn. To learn more and the link to register click HERE.

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

The May 4, 2020, City Council meeting can be viewed by clicking on the following link:
City Council Meeting

Previous meeting videos are also available by clicking ALL VIDEOS

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

The hydrant flushing program is very important to the maintenance of the City’s water distribution system.  Each year, Public Service Technicians systematically open hydrants throughout the City to allow water to flow at a high velocity through the distribution mainlines.  This operation serves the following purposes:

* Helps maintain the City’s water clarity and quality
* Cleans iron and mineral deposits from the water mains
* Identifies malfunctions of the hydrant and related valves
* Ensures adequate water flow is available to fire fighters at the hydrants

Fire hydrant flushing may cause temporary inconveniences such as a reduction in pressure and aesthetic issues such as discoloration of the drinking water.  Discolored water poses no threat to the public’s health, but it will stain laundry and if consumed may have an unpleasant taste or odor. Residents should be certain all discolored water is out of their home’s plumbing and hot water heater prior to laundering clothes or drinking.

What should I do if my water is discolored?
Run both the hot and cold water until clear.