CIDNACalendar of Events See newsletter at right for more information about these events.
Public Hearing:
Dean Parkway/Cedar Lake Trail Improvement Project
Wednesday, March 6 6:30 p.m.
MPRB Headquarters Meet with Meg Monday, March 11 Noon 5th Precinct
Park Siding Park Restoration
Public Meeting
Tuesday, March 12
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Jones-Harrison
CIDNA Board Meeting Wednesday, March 13 6:00 p.m. Jones-Harrison Dean Parkway/Cedar Lake Trail Improvement CAC Tuesday, March 26 6:30 p.m. Kenwood Community Center Lunch with Lisa Wednesday, March 27 Noon St. Thomas Sewer Construction Project
Public Information Meeting
Wednesday, March 27
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Jones-Harrison
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Parks, Trails and Roads!
Much is happening in Cedar-Isles-Dean with improvements to parks, bike/pedestrian trails and sewer construction. Please read on to stay informed and learn about how you can share your opinions and concerns.
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Snow Emergency Information
Today (March 6) is Day Two of the Snow Emergency.
From 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. today:
- Do not park on the EVEN side of non-Snow Emergency routes.
- Do not park on either side of parkways.
For more information about Day 2 and 3 parking restrictions, visit www.minneapolismn.gov/snow/snow_parking-info.
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Public Hearing Notice-Tonight
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) Planning Committee will hold a public hearing on a concept plan for proposed trail improvements along Dean Parkway and Cedar Lake: 6:30 p.m. MPRB Headquarters 2117 W. River Rd. MapThe resolution before the Planning Committee is to approve the preferred concept plan as recommended by a Community Advisory Committee (CAC). Trail safety, usability/functionality, and tree preservation were the community priorities that guided the CAC's overall recommendations for trail improvements. The concept plan is based on community preferences received through extensive outreach, including three public meetings, an open house, and public surveys. Included in the plan are separated bicycle and pedestrian trails between Dean Parkway and Kenilworth Trail as well as safety improvements at key intersections. Missing segments of connecting off-street trails will be added between West Lake of the Isles Parkway and Cedar Lake Parkway. The parking lots on Cedar Lake will be modified and the bicycle trail realigned along the parkway. You are invited to attend this public hearing where you will have an opportunity to review the plans and share your comments with the Planning Committee. You are also welcome to attend the fourth CAC meeting: Tuesday, March 266:30-8:30 p.m. Kenwood Community Center 2101 W Franklin Ave. MapThe impact of the proposed Southwest LRT on the project area, including South Beach at Cedar Lake will be discussed and a CAC position will be developed. You can sign up for project updates. For further information about this and future improvements, visit the project page on the MPRB website.
Contact: Deb Bartels, Project Manager
Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
612-230-6438
dbartels@minneapolisparks.org
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Senate District 61 Town Hall Meeting
This year's state legislative session is nearing the midpoint. Learn more about the issues your state legislators are working on, share your perspectives and ideas, and ask questions. Town Hall MeetingSunday, March 1012:00 - 2:00 p.m. Kenwood Park Community Center 2101 W Franklin Ave MapHosted by Speaker of the House, Rep. Paul Thissen; Senator Scott Dibble; and Rep. Frank Hornstein. |
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Park Siding Park Restoration and Playground Redesign
Public Information Meeting
Public input is needed on alternative playground designs. Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES), in conjunction with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, has scheduled a public information meeting to receive input from residents on alternative playground designs.
Public Information Meeting
Tuesday, March 12
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (no formal presentation will be held)
Jones-Harrison, Centrum Room
3700 Cedar Lake Avenue Map - Learn about the park restoration and project schedule.
- See site design and playground concepts and offer your comments.
- Ask questions of our project staff.
- Bring your children and participate in kid-friendly activities!
- Enjoy light refreshments.
If you are unable to attend the March 12 public meeting, please provide input via an online survey. The online survey will be available from March 8-March 24 on the MCES website: www.metrocouncil.org/sewerconstructionupdates. Park restoration is currently scheduled to begin in early June and be completed in early July. The March 12th meeting will be the second of three planed meetings. The preferred playground design will be share at the third public information meeting to be held on: Tuesday, April 16
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Jones-Harrison, Centrum Room
3700 Cedar Lake Avenue More information is available at www.metrocouncil.org/sewerconstructionupdates. Project questions can be directed to Adam Gordon, MCES Project Manager: Adam.Gordon@metc.state.mn.us or 651-602-4508. The restoration of Park Siding Park is part of the MCES Cedar Lake Area Sewer Improvements Project. |
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CIDNA Board Meeting
Please join us for the next meeting of the
CIDNA Board.
Wednesday, March 13 6:00 p.m. Jones-Harrison Residence
3700 Cedar Lake Avenue Map Click here to download the complete agenda. All are welcome!
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Meet with Your Council Member
Due to a conflict in the schedule, the next Meet with Meg will become Lunch with Leslie! Meet with Leslie Foreman, 10th Ward Policy Aide to ask questions and voice concerns.
Monday, March 1112:00 - 1:00 p.m. 5th Precinct, Community Room 3101 Nicollet Avenue S Map Bring your own lunch. Cookies and lemonade are provided. Meet with Meg is held the second Monday of every month.
Lunch with Lisa
Join 7th Ward Council Member Lisa Goodman for lunch and a discussion.
Wednesday, March 27
Noon St. Thomas University, Minneapolis 1000 La Salle Ave MapLunch is offered for $10.
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Cedar Lake Area Sewer Improvements Project Construction Public Information Meeting
Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) has begun initial construction in the Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood on the Cedar Lake Area Sewer Improvements Project. Major construction is scheduled to begin in early April, and residents are invited to get information in advance about this year's work at a public information meeting.
Public Information Meeting
Wednesday, March 27
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Jones-Harrison, Centrum Room
3700 Cedar Lake Avenue Map Project Area Map  The current construction schedule, anticipated traffic impacts and other project information will be provided. Project staff will be on hand to discuss the project with attendees and answer any questions (no formal presentation will be held). For more information, visit www.metrocouncil.org/sewerconstructionupdate - To sign up for project email updates, please send an email to bgrand@zanassoc.com stating that you would like to receive Cedar Lake Area Sewer Improvements email updates.
- Project questions can be directed to Tim O'Donnell,
MCES Citizen Liaison: 651-602-1269 ortim.odonnell@metc.state.mn.us.
The Cedar Lake Area Sewer Improvements Project is part of the Hopkins System Improvements Project Facility Plan, which replaces portions of the existing Hopkins-St. Louis Park-Minneapolis Regional Sanitary Sewer to improve reliability.
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Fix-It Clinic
Bring your broken household goods and clothing in need of repair to Hennepin County's Fix-It Clinic.The next event is Saturday, March 9, Noon-4:00 p.m. at TC Maker Hack Factory, 3119 E 26th St ( map). For more information: www.hennepin.us/fixitclinic |
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$25 Trees!
Protect our tree canopy by planting a tree! Trees are available for Minneapolis homeowners, businesses and nonprofits for only $25! Choose from several varieties and sizes of trees, including two types of fruit trees. Details: - First-come, first-served. Order early for best selection. Limit one tree per property, maximum five properties.
- Ordering opens for Wards 3, 5, 6 and 10 on Monday, March 18 and citywide on Monday, March 25.
- These six- to eight-foot trees cost $25 each and must be planted on private property in the city.
- Trees need to be picked up May 18-20 at the Minneapolis Impound Lot.
For more information, and a link to the order form, visit the
City's Tree webpage. 
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Midtown Corridor Alternative Analysis
Midtown Corridor Alternatives Analysis is an initiative by Metro Transit to determine the benefits, costs and impacts of creating a new transitway on either the Midtown Greenway or Lake Street.
Keep informed at the project webpage: www.metrotransit.org/midtown-corridor
Map of Midtown Corridor study area including Lake St and Greenway alignments.
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Crime Alert
Recently, the Fifth Precinct has seen an increase in smart phones taken in thefts and robberies. Several incidents have occurred while the owner is using it or the phone is in plain sight.
Smart phones are valuable commodities, often reaching $200 or more on the black market. Not only can the phone be stolen, but personal and financial information can be taken from the phone as well.
Tips to help you stay smart when using your phone:
- Don't talk or text while walking or driving. Pay attention to your surroundings.
- Put your phone away when it's not in use.
- Do not leave your phone unattended in public places such as a restaurant table or bar.
- Enable the passcode option on the phone to assist in keeping your personal information secure.
- Do not leave your phone or charger in your vehicle.
- Wipe the phone clean of any personal information before trading, selling or recycling of it.
- Consider enabling the GPS location service for your phone. Keep in mind, for safety concerns when posting media online, you might want to remove GPS from attaching to photographs.
- Consider downloading a reputable app for tracking or security.
- Please call 911 regarding any suspicious persons, vehicles or activity.
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Thank you for reading this newsletter. If you are interested in volunteering in the neighborhood, please let me know how you would like to help.
The Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association (CIDNA) invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event organized by CIDNA. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or if you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting me at least five days before our event.
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Sincerely,
Monica Smith
Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association
info@cidna.org or 612-821-0131 |
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