HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-04-2026 City Council Work Session Packet
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Mayor
Amáda Márquez Simula
Councilmembers
Connie Buesgens
Rachel James
Justice Spriggs
Laurel Deneen
City Manager
Aaron Chirpich
City Hall—Shared Vision Room, 3989 Central Ave NE
Monday, May 04, 2026
6:00 PM
AGENDA
ATTENDANCE INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC
Members of the public who wish to attend may do so in -person, or by using Microsoft Teams
Meeting at http://www.columbiaheightsmn.gov/joinameeting ID 244 591 441 962 9, Passcode
GH63Mp9D. For questions, please contact Administration at 763-706-3610.
Auxiliary aids or other accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request
when the request is made at least 72 hours in advance. Please contact Administration at 763 -706-3610
to make arrangements
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Columbia Heights City Council and Staff Norms.
While we are accountable to each other for these norms, the Mayor and City Manager will
help us adhere to them with respectful reminders and reinforcement as needed.
WORK SESSION ITEMS
1. Group Ice Breaker: Share one moment from the past week that reminded you why you
serve.
Presenting Item: Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor
2. Discussion of Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) Technology (30 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Matt Markham, Chief of Police
Council to provide feedback or direction as appropriate.
3. Discussion of the Planned Development at 1515 44th Ave NE. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Ursula Brandt, City Planner
Staff requests the council give feedback on the proposed preliminary site plan.
4. Presentation on the Police Department Use of Force Report for 2025. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Matt Markham, Chief of Police
No action is needed.
5. Social Media Policy. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Will Rottler, Communications and Engagement Coordinator
Staff are seeking feedback on the draft social media policy.
6. Parks and Recreation Updates. (30 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Aaron Chirpich, City Manager
No action needed. For City Council review and discussion only.
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City of Columbia Heights AGENDA May 04, 2026
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7. Municipal Consent for MnDOT Central Avenue Reconstruction Project. (30 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Rochelle Widmer, Director of Engineering and Facilities
Staff requests that Council have a brief discussion regarding MnDOT’s municipal consent
submittal for the Central Avenue Reconstruction project and set a date for the public
hearing that satisfies relevant state statutes.
8. Initiation of Regional Solicitation Funding Application for 44th Avenue NE Rede sign from
Main Street to Central Avenue. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Rochelle Widmer, Director of Engineering and Facilities
Staff requests that Council approves the initiation an application for Regional Solicitation
funding on 44th Avenue redesign between TH 65 and Main Street with the assistance of a
consultant.
9. Update on 2026 Street Program – Municipal State Aid (MSA) Street Mill & Overlay
Project. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Rochelle Widmer, Director of Engineering and Facilities
Staff request that council receive updates on the status of the 2026 Street Program –
Municipal State Aid Street Mill & Overlay project.
10. Introduction of Heights Project Hub and Council Work Session Item Proposal Process. (15
Minutes)
Presenting Item: Aaron Chipich, City Manager and Jesse Hauf, IT Director
This is an informational item, and staff are not seeking any specific input.
11. City Manager Follow Up on Previous Work Session Topics. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Aaron Chirpich, City Manager
12. Council Corner.
Presenting Item: Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor
Monthly Calendar Sharing
Monthly Event Notification, Attendance and Past Event Updates
Monthly Proclamations and Meeting Guests
Data Center Moratorium
ADJOURNMENT
Auxiliary aids or other accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request when the request is
made at least 72 hours in advance. Please contact Administration at 763-706-3610 to make arrangements.
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Columbia Heights City Council and Staff Norms
While we are accountable to each other for these norms, the Mayor and City Manager will help
us adhere to them with respectful reminders and reinforcement as needed.
Behavioral Norms
1. We will assume others best intentions.
2. We will exercise humility.
3. We will praise publicly and criticize privately.
4. We will focus on the policy and not personalities.
5. We will do our best to de-escalate contentious interactions.
6. We will provide reasonable notice to the Mayor and City Manager of any changes or additions
we wish to make at a Council meeting so that the Mayor is prepared to manage the meeting.
7. We will show respect for one another by:
a. Paying attention to others when they are speaking.
b. Not interrupting others.
c. Listening to understand others, not simply to respond to them.
d. Honoring each other in public and protecting one another in their absence.
e. Not bullying others.
Operational Norms
1. Council members and staff will respect the Mayor’s role to chair our meetings by:
a. Waiting to be called on before speaking so that others can consider our contributions.
b. The Mayor and City Manager will bring closure to policy discussions, public comment, and
other similar “final word” situations.
2. Once a decision has been made by the Council, we will support the implementation of that
decision even if we did not support the decision itself.
3. If Council has a request of staff, they will direct their request to the City Manager and the
Division Director for coordination with staff unless the City Manager decides otherwise.
4. If Council has a question about a staff member, they will raise that with the City Manager
privately before raising it publicly.
5. When Council is considering a topic, it is incumbent upon Council members to ask sufficient
questions to ensure they are making informed decisions.
6. Council and staff will address each other by their titles when engaging each other in any official
capacity and will use first names in informal settings.
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ITEM: Group Ice Breaker: Share one moment from the past week that reminded you why you serve.
Presenting Item: Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor
DEPARTMENT: Administration BY/DATE: Sara Ion / May 1, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
_Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING
AGENDA SECTION WORK SESSION
MEETING DATE MAY 4, 2026
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ITEM: Discussion of Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) Technology (30 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Matt Markham, Chief of Police
DEPARTMENT: Police BY/DATE: Matt Markham/April 28, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
X Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
Chief Markham will provide background information regarding the Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR)
technology currently in use within our community. This review will provide an update on how the system has
been operating, its role in supporting public safety efforts, data management and pri vacy practices, and any
observed benefits or concerns since implementation.
Staff from the Anoka County Sherrif’s department and County Commissioner Mandy Meisner will be in
attendance to provide details regarding the County’s proposed Drone First Responder program. The proposed
drone program includes the use of ALPR technology. T herefore, staff thought it prudent to include this
discussion alongside the check-in regarding City ALPR assets currently in operation.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS
Staff are preparing for the upcoming May 14th Town Hall regarding Flock cameras and ALPR usage in the City.
As part of this event planning, staff want to use the May work session as check-in with the Council.
Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
Council to provide feedback or direction as appropriate.
ATTACHMENT(S)
ALPR Presentation
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING
AGENDA SECTION WORK SESSION
MEETING DATE MAY 4, 2026
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Columbia Heights Police Department
ALPR Information
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•The Columbia Heights Police Department is
currently entered into a contract with Flock.
–This contract runs from 6/4/2025-6/19/2027
•There are currently 7 pole mounted LPR
cameras and 5 Flex LPR cameras.
–The flex cameras allow for moving and rapid
deployment into areas that require additional
patrol and monitoring.
–Information captured and stored by the LPRs
is deleted after 30 days automatically.
•Flock also allows the sharing of networks
between agencies. Partnering with local and
state agencies has broadened our search
area for suspects and cut down on
investigation time.
•The Flock system has proven to be a valuable
tool for locating suspect vehicles as well as
eliminating potential vehicles as suspects.
•As of late 2025 the Columbia Heights Police
Department installed 12 dash mounted
Squad Cameras which are equipped with the
Axon Fleet 3 ALPR system. This installation
was added to our existing contract with Axon
that pertains to the Body Worn Cameras and
Evidence retention
Columbia Heights Police Department
ALPR Use
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•Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Cameras
–Solar powered, Pole Mounted stationary cameras
–Dash mounted Cameras in Police Squad Cars
•Captures plates and vehicle attributes like make, model, color and unique features
on the vehicle itself.
•Captures the date/time the vehicle drove by the camera, and a still photo of the
license plate/vehicle is provided
•ALPR Cameras and Vendors do not provide Owner or Driver information.
•Cloud-based data allows for custom search and alerts to be used by the Columbia
Heights Police department.
–Data is stored for 30 days then deleted automatically.
•Supports investigations through vehicle identification and possible route taken.
What Are ALPR Cameras?
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•Flock Falcon Flex
–Allows for moving and deployment in
trouble spots
–Requires Battery recharging and good
solar alignment
–Takes a picture of cars and captures LP
and Characteristics (Make, Model, Color,
Body)
–No Live Recording
•Flock Falcon Pole
–Stationary
–Solar Powered
–Require Permits for installation
–Require little to no maintenance
–Takes a picture of Cars and captures LP
and Characteristics (Make, Model, Color,
Body)
–No Live recording
•Axon Fleet 3 Camera/ALPR
–Dash mounted cameras in CHPD Squad
Cars
–Actively Scans License Plates as officer is
driving
–Provides alerts such as stolen vehicle or
active warrants to operator
•Officer verifies the information with
dispatch before proceeding
–Live recording takes place on the squad
camera
•ALPR works in tandem
ALPR Cameras in Columbia Heights
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•Flock ALPRs
–40th Avenue NE at University Avenue
–44th Avenue NE at University Avenue
–49th Avenue NE at 6th Street NE
–44th Avenue NE at 4th Street NE
–37th Avenue NE at Hart Boulevard NE
–Reservoir Boulevard at Gould Avenue NB
–49th Avenue NE at Johnson Street NE
–45th Avenue NE at Chatham Road NE
–37th Avenue NE at Central Avenue NE
–37th Avenue NE at Huset Pkwy
–43rd Avenue NE at Central Avenue NE
–50th Avenue NE at Central Avenue NE
•Axon ALPR
–12 Columbia Heights Police Department Squad Cars
Camera Locations as of 4/28/2026
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•ALPR Capable cameras are required to be reported to the BCA
–The CHPD has reported all ALPR Capable cameras to the BCA,
including Squad cameras
–Per the BCA – They only post stationary cameras and do not
report squad cameras.
–The location of all reported ALPR in MN can be found here:
•https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/bca/data-and-reports/agencies-use-lprs-lpr
•Data is retained for 30 days on Flocks cloud service before being
automatically deleted
–Access to the data is controlled by the CHPD and restricted to the
Columbia Heights Police Department and Partner Agencies who
have signed the Data Sharing Agreement within Minnesota.
–Pictures and data captured by the ALPRs is automatically deleted
–Search information for auditing is retained
•There is no facial recognition being done by ALPRs
•Vehicle Owner / Driver information is not available on Flock or Axon.
•Access is restricted to authorized staff
–Access is further limited by Roles
–Patrol are granted access to search in Minnesota
–Investigators, Sergeants, and Crime Analysts are allowed to
search all networks shared with the CHPD.
•The CHPD does not allow Statewide lookups or lookups from agencies
outside of Minnesota
•Audits are required on a biennial basis
–The last Audit was completed in late 2025
•The full Columbia Heights Police Department Policy regarding use of
ALPR (Policy 426) is available on the city website.
Data Privacy & Retention
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•The CHPD is currently sharing camera
access to 44 other agencies in Minnesota
–As of early 2026 we do not share with any
Federal or Out-of-state agencies
•A signed Data Access Agreement is
required before an agency is granted
access to our system.
•The CHPD is receiving access to 102
different LE agencies and we have signed
similar agreements with them.
•These partnerships have proven to be a
helpful and a critical tool that allows Law
Enforcement to see if a suspect vehicle
has left the city and establish where they
have been and where they haven’t.
–This cuts down on investigations time and
is a key to help solve many cases.
•We do not currently share any ALPR
information captured by Axon.
Data sharing Agreement with LE Partners
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•The Flock Transparency Portal allows members of the public to
access information on the data currently used by the Columbia
Heights Police Department
–The site can be access via the City Website under Police or by going to this
URL: https://transparency.flocksafety.com/columbia-heights-mn-pd
•The Site also allows the export of a Public Search Audit
–This Excel Spreadsheet allows members of the public an overview of
searches done over the last 30 days.
•Officers are required to enter an Offense Type under each search
before a search can be performed.
–Officers will occasionally enter “Other” as the Offense Type.
–This is done by Crime Analysts when assisting other local agencies search
for a vehicle wanted in their Jurisdiction
–Officers will use “Other” during a critical incident or a rapidly evolving
situation when a crime is still being established but a vehicle is known.
CHPD Flock Transparency Portal
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id userId searchDate networkCount reason offenseType
cc442352-f38e-42bb-8838-401e4ba41fe6 ***
2026-03-
29T10:13:59.985Z 48 Law Enforcement Purpose Not Otherwise Listed Motor Vehicle Theft/Stolen
0ae049cb-517c-4f73-8df6-5addf285cc59 ***
2026-03-
29T23:37:35.108Z 2 Law Enforcement Purpose Not Otherwise Listed Motor Vehicle Theft/Stolen
6b5c535f-a981-4d19-87ea-211118057b31 ***
2026-03-
30T19:51:37.358Z 2 Law Enforcement Purpose Not Otherwise Listed Missing/Endangered Person/Runaway
f2514592-ecc8-4c82-b4aa-e110e3aeda6d ***
2026-03-
30T20:12:22.491Z 2 Law Enforcement Purpose Not Otherwise Listed Missing/Endangered Person/Runaway
5f4579f2-b2ab-43f9-9970-aa2bae6baedd ***
2026-03-
31T19:54:44.189Z 2 Law Enforcement Purpose Not Otherwise Listed Other
c8c6ab59-8d41-4c05-87cc-0dbf0ddb0a9d ***
2026-03-
31T20:44:21.450Z 75 Assault/Battery Offenses (Domestic)
91471fc6-5544-4724-be1a-b7a998014e5e ***
2026-04-
01T02:58:05.940Z 48 Assault/Battery Offenses (Domestic)
1d5fc325-eb10-4bfc-b094-449c0b417680 ***
2026-04-
01T03:00:54.013Z 48 Assault/Battery Offenses (Domestic)
7a384c93-ef32-4381-b1bb-1ffa5f2f80c6 ***
2026-04-
01T05:32:35.378Z 48 Assault/Battery Offenses (Domestic)
CHPD Flock Transparency Portal
Field Name Description
id Search ID number assigned to each search. This allows the search to be found during agency Audits for more
details.
userID Officer who ran the search
Search Date Date and time the search was initiated
Network Count The number of agency networks searched by the current query.
The CHPD has 2, one for the Flex and one for the Pole Cameras
Reason A freeform field that is not require for a search
OffenseType Suspected offense and reason the search is initiated. This is a required field before searches can be done.
Flock Public Search Audit
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•Increased case clearance having active leads using Flock.
•Faster investigation especially on high priority crimes.
•Flock cameras offer real-time alerts for stolen vehicles, wanted suspects and
missing person cases and Amber alerts.
•Reduction in vehicle-related crime where Flock cameras are visible.
•Flock cameras alert officers of stolen vehicles via the mobile Flock app using stolen
vehicle information provided by the MN BCA.
•Axon ALPR are able to use a connection with the BCA and the National Crime
Information Center (NCIC) to alert officers of possible warrants during traffic stops
–Warrant information is always verified by the officer with dispatch to confirm its valid and correct.
–Incorrect information present by the ALPR alert is flagged as incorrect with a reason why
Investigative Support and Police Uses
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•Possibility of false positives, showing wrong state of
plate or a letter or number that is incorrect.
–Officers are trained to verify every detail
before acting upon a lead.
•Community surveillance concerns.
–Flock cameras are pointed at the street and do
not capture people or homes. The camera is
triggered by a passing vehicle.
–The angle must be specific, or it will not
capture plates.
–Axon Squad ALPR are only operational when
the vehicle is turned on.
–ALPR cameras do not conduct any facial
recognition.
–Flock does not operate as a live-stream
camera. It is motion activated and only
provides still images.
•Axon’s ALPR audit tools are not as robust
as Flock’s but it is growing. ALPR Data is
available upon request, and a portal is
currently in the works.
Limitations & Concerns
This is the angle required by Flock Cameras to view Plates and
Vehicle data – Any higher and they would not capture anything.
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•Can flock cameras track my location?
–No, the cameras take real time images rather than tracking a vehicles traveling history. If the vehicle hits multiple cameras,
there will be multiple still shot images available.
–Investigators will build the route of a suspect vehicle based on the camera hits.
•Can flock hear conversations?
–No, flock cameras do not record any audio.
•Can anyone install a flock camera?
–Yes, many businesses and neighborhood HOA’s have installed flock cameras.
•Are ALPR cameras monitored 24/7 by the Police Department?
–No. ALPRs are used when necessary to establish a suspect/stolen vehicle and/or a route the vehicle has taken. The cameras are
running, not actively live recording, 24/7 and will alert officers of stolen vehicle hits.
•Does Flock or Axon have access to vehicle owner / driver information?
–No. ALPRs provide a photo of a vehicle with Make/Model/Color/Body Type/ Location (Based on camera location). PII (Personal
Identifiable Information) is not available from ALPR vendors and is not shared by the Police Department. Driver images may be
captured on camera, but it is not being documented by the ALPR system.
•Can ALPR be incorrect?
–Yes, Officers and Analysts encounter incorrect information on plates such as wrong state or that are incorrectly flagged to have
warrants. Officers cross check with dispatch and confirm the information is correct before acting accordingly.
•Who controls the data gathered by the department ALPRs?
–The Columbia Heights Police controls the data and access to it.
•Flock has provided the following links to answer questions that they have received:
–https://www.flocksafety.com/trust
–https://www.flocksafety.com/trust/data-privacy
–https://www.flocksafety.com/trust/myths-facts
Questions
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Item 2.
ITEM: Discussion of the planned development at 1515 44th Ave NE. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Ursula Brandt, City Planner
DEPARTMENT: Community Development BY/DATE: Ursula Brandt / April 27, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
X Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
_Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
In 2025, Duffy Development Company, Inc was selected by Anoka County, the property owner of 1515 44th
Avenue NE, to redevelop the lot into an affordable apartment building. The applicant approached Staff to
discuss possible options that would be compliant with current City Code . City Council approved an easement
vacation on the site at the April 13 City Council meeting.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS
With the easement vacation moving forward, Duffy Development would like to discuss with the City Council
their preliminary site plan for the affordable apartment building.
The proposal includes 62 overall units with 9 being 1 bedroom units and the remaining being 2+. The proposal
currently meets parking requirements by providing 62 enclosed parking spaces (one for each unit) and a
minimum of 53 surface spaces (second space for the 2+ bedroom units).
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff has distributed the plan for review by Engineering and Fire and has not received any negative feedback.
Staff is looking for input from the City Council on any considerations that need to be made for the site as it
moves forward to the final plan design.
Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
Staff requests the council give feedback on the proposed preliminary site plan.
ATTACHMENT(S)
Preliminary Site Plan
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING
AGENDA SECTION WORK SESSION
MEETING DATE MAY 4, 2026
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Preliminary Site Plan 1515 44th Ave NE
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Duffydevelopment.com
Duffy Development Company, Inc.
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Duffydevelopment.com
1515 44th
Avenue NE
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Three-story design with underground parking
62 Units
9 – One Bedroom Units
33 – Two Bedroom Units
14 – Three Bedroom Units
6 – Four Bedroom Units
•All units will be Housing Tax Credit eligible (60% max income)
•17 units will further income restrictions serving 30% income families
Flat roof design to stay under the 35-foot height max.
Energy efficient design incorporated. DEA Zero Energy Ready
Home (ZERH) Certification.
Possible use of Geothermal system for heating and cooling
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The Depot
Elk River
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The Ridge
Minnetonka
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Bottineau Ridge
Maple Grove
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Proposed Rents
Tax Credit Units
One Bedroom - $734 - $1,185
Two Bedroom - $917 - $1,410
Three Bedroom - $845 – $1,625
Four Bedroom - $929-$1,725
The very low rents are supported by
various sources including Anoka County,
MN Dept. of Health and Anoka County
HRA
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ITEM: Presentation on the Police Department Use of Force Report for 2025 (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Matt Markham, Chief of Police
DEPARTMENT: Police BY/DATE: Erik Johnston/April 28, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
X_Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
X_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
As part of the police department efforts to ensure we remain a high -performing, accountable and transparent
police department, we analyze our use of force statistics on an annual basis. Chief Markham will review the
report with the council during the work session.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
No action is needed.
ATTACHMENT(S)
2025 Use of Force Report
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING
AGENDA SECTION WORK SESSION
MEETING DATE MAY 4, 2026
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2025
Columbia Heights Police Department
Use of Force Summary Report
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Columbia Heights officers continue to hold the highest
regard for the dignity and liberty of all persons, and
place minimal reliance on the use of force. The police
department respects the value of every human life, and
the application of deadly force is a measure to be em‐
ployed in the most extreme circumstances. The Colum‐
bia Heights Police Department goes beyond the state
and federal reporting requirements to monitor our use
of force incidents and ensure compliance with state and
federal law and department policy. I would like to share
the following information for 2025.
The CHPD responded to 24,520 calls for service
(Anoka County Communications)
A minimal amount of force was used in 0.32% of
these calls, with a total of 79 incidents for the year.
Open hand techniques was the most common type
of force used.
89% of the subjects involved, where force was used,
reported no injury. Of those that reported injuries,
minor pain or abrasions was the most common.
We continue to have a supervisor review every reported
use of force to ensure legal and policy requirements are
met. At the same time, we look for new tools and tech‐
niques we can use to minimize the times we are required
to use force. In 2022 the police department added a co‐
responder program with full time mental health profes‐
sionals to continue to help reduce the need to use force.
~ Chief Matt Markham
Summary of 2018 Use of Force
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In 2025, we responded to 24,520 calls for service (down 1,157 from 2024) and
used force 79 Ɵmes.
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Columbia Heights Police Department
825 41st Ave NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
763-706-8100
www.chpolice.com
Starting in July of 2018, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension began to formally collect use of
force data from MN Law Enforcement Agencies for inclusion in the FBI National Use‐of‐Force Data Collec‐
tion. Agencies are asked to report incidents which include:
Use of Force resulting in death or serious bodily injury of a subject
The discharge of a firearm at or in the direction of a subject.
The Columbia Heights Police Department did not have any incidents meeting these criteria for 2025. This
report outlines our internal tracking, which is significantly more detailed than required by state or federal
reporting. Open hand techniques (escorts holds joint locks, etc.) continue to be the most common use of
force employed by the police department.
The police department places a high emphasis on using de‐escalation prior to using force whenever practi‐
cal. The table below represents officer reporting of the de‐escalation methods attempted by officers prior to
using force. Many instances had several techniques attempted.
De-EscalaƟon
Dialogue 60
Dialogue,Isolation 2
Dialogue,Other 2
Distance,Dialogue 8
Distance,Dialogue,Isolation 2
Other 4
Social Worker,Dialogue 1
Tactical Reposition 4
Tactical Reposition,Distance,Dialogue 9
Time,3rd Party - Not social worker,Dialogue 1
Time,3rd Party - Not social worker,Dialogue,Other 1
Time,Dialogue 18
Time,Dialogue,Isolation 3
Time,Distance,Dialogue 10
Time,Distance,Dialogue,Other 1
Time,Social Worker,Dialogue 2
Time,Social Worker,Dialogue,Isolation 2
Time,Social Worker,Tactical Reposition,Dialogue 2
Time,Tactical Reposition 4
Time,Tactical Reposition,3rd Party - Not social worker,Dialogue 1
Time,Tactical Reposition,Dialogue 3
Time,Tactical Reposition,Dialogue,Isolation 4
Time,Tactical Reposition,Distance 10
Time,Tactical Reposition,Distance,3rd Party - Not social worker,Dialogue 1
Time,Tactical Reposition,Distance,Dialogue 1
Time,Tactical Reposition,Distance,Dialogue,Isolation 10
Time,Tactical Reposition,Distance,Dialogue,Isolation,Other 1
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ITEM: Social Media Policy
Presenting Item: Will Rottler, Communications and Engagement Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Administration BY/DATE: Will Rottler / April 27, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
X Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
_ Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
X Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
X Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
The City has a social media policy that was developed in 2012, prior to the addition of Communications staff
and more recent case law related to free speech in government social media forums. The policy is outdated
and has not been actively followed for many years, as its guidance would raise First Amendment concerns.
Communications staff have been operating in accordance with current best practices and standards, but there
is no formal policy that reflects this approach.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS
Recently, staff have noticed an uptick in negative comments on the City’s social media platforms. Government
entities and officials are limited in what they can remove from these platforms and cannot selectively delete
comments. Even when comments appear off-topic, rude, or even hateful, they are still protected under the
First Amendment. Staff actively monitor social media comments but rarely encounter content that meets the
criteria for removal.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend adopting a social media policy that is reviewed by the City Council and City Attorney.
Adopting a current policy will formalize current staff practices, and making the policy public on the City’s
intranet and website will address transparency and help explain the City’s approac h.
Following the April 6th work session, staff consulted with the City Attorney on the best way forward for the
City’s social media policy. At this time, staff recommend turning off comments on social media posts on the
City’s Facebook page and recommend leaving comments on for other Facebook pages (i.e. fire, police and
library). Staff will continue to monitor those accounts for future changes. Limiting the comments on the posts
ahead of time limits comments that could be deemed hateful or those that cou ld violate the City’s social
media policy.
If the Council is interested in a hybrid approach where some comments are left on for the City’s Facebook
page, staff recommend that social media posts that would include comments would be those that are City
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service realted such as pothole patching, snowplowing, or topics that staff are looking for feedback on such as
parks planning, new developments, or general questions of the community. Staff will also defer feedback
and/or comments through the City’s website or third-party websites through consultant firms.
Additionally, please note in the social media policy, staff included the wording, “a t the discretion of the social
media manager, comments could be turned off on select posts since social media platform s are used to share
content that is purely informational and the City does not tend to seek feedback through social media unless
noted otherwise.”
Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
(Briefly state the specific action staff is requesting of the City Council, if any. For example: provide
direction, discuss options, or review information.)
Staff are seeking feedback on the draft social media policy.
ATTACHMENT(S)
City of Columbia Heights Social Media Policy Draft
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Purpose
The purpose of the City of Columbia Heights’ social media presence is to provide members of
the community with information in more places and more ways than were traditionally available.
All content of this site is public and is subject to disclosure pursuant to the Minnesota
Government Data Practices Act. Please be aware that anything you post may survive deletion,
whether by you or others. Do not post sensitive or personally identifiable information, such as
social security numbers.
Policy
Under its Communications Department, the City of Columbia Heights will determine, at its
discretion, how its social media resources will be designed, implemented and managed as part
of its overall communications and marketing strategy. City-related social media accounts may
be modified or removed at any time and without notice as further described in this document.
We believe that honest, civil and productive discussions provide the best environment for
residents to understand the work of their government and participate in constructive
engagement. That’s why we ask users to consider that our social media accounts may be
viewed by children and other impressionable people. Users should avoid profanity, personal
attacks, bullying or use of incorrect information.
Following or “friending” persons or organizations is not an endorsement by the City and is only
intended as a means of broadening communication. The City is not responsible for content
found at links to third parties, nor the views or opinions expressed by third -party comments.
Content Moderation
The City’s social media accounts are created and maintained as limited public forums under
federal case law pertaining to the First Amendment to the U.S Constitution. The City invites
members of the public to view and, where possible, provide comments or other engagem ent on
its social media accounts. However, the law permits the City to hide and/or delete comments
that are not protected speech under the First Amendment and relevant federal case law. The
City will not hide or delete comments solely because such comments are critical of the
organization, its officials or its employees.
At the discretion of the social media manager, comments could be turned off on select posts
since social media platforms are used to share content that is purely informational and the City
does not tend to seek feedback through social media unless noted otherwise.
Please be advised that comments falling into the following category or categories may be
removed:
Obscene or pornographic content
Direct threats to persons or property
Comments that directly promote or advocate for the City to illegally discriminate based
on race, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran
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status or any other legally protected class if such comments violate local, state or federal
law.
Material asserted to violate the intellectual property of another person
Private, personal information about a person published without his/her consent
Information that endangers the public by compromising a public safety security system
Statutorily private, confidential, or nonpublic data
Commercial promotions or spam
Hyperlinks to material that falls into at least one of the foregoing categories
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ITEM: Parks and Recreation Updates (30 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Aaron Chirpich, City Manager
DEPARTMENT: Park and Recreation BY/DATE: John W. Stutzman & David Cullen / April 30th,
2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
X High Quality Public Spaces
_Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
X Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
In January 2026, Recreation Director Keith Windschitl retired. Following a recruitment process, John was hired
as the City’s Parks and Recreation Director and began his role on April 27, 2026. He brings 19 years of
experience in parks and recreation, including work in programming, facility management, staff development,
and strategic planning in both large and small communities. He also holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in
the field, along with relevant professional certifications and volunteer experien ce.
As John begins in this role, leadership of several active park projects and planning efforts are being
transitioned to the Parks and Recreation Department for ongoing coordination and implementation. These
efforts, initiated over the past two years through prior Council direction and staff work, include improvements
at Sullivan Lake Park, including replacement of the existing lift station and development of a new playground,
development of a soccer field at Huset Park, and the creation of a Parks System Master Plan.
PROJECT UPDATES
Sullivan Lake Park: Playground and Lift Station
The City is continuing to work on improvement projects at Sullivan Lake Park, including replacement of the
existing lift station and installation of a new playground. ISG is providing design and engineering support for
both components.
The lift station work will continue under the leadership of Public Works and Engineering and will be completed
in phases to accommodate equipment lead times, while allowing the playground project to proceed
independently.
John has a meeting scheduled with ISG and has been working with City staf f to get up to speed on the
playground project, confirm the intended outcomes, and ensure the design direction aligns with available
resources and priorities. This also includes reviewing how the playground equipment selection process will be
handled and identifying the appropriate timing and approach for community input.
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Currently, he is working to ensure project goals are clearly defined and that the design is feasible before
moving further into the design phase and community input on proposed structures. At the same time, staff’s
immediate focus is to develop a clear update for residents so they understand the project status, next steps,
and when they can expect to be engaged.
Huset Park: Soccer Field Development
In 2025, at the direction of the City Council, staff evaluated potential locations and gathered community input
for a future soccer field, resulting in the selection of Huset West as the preferred site. A preliminary layout was
developed, along with an estimated project cost of $590,0 00.
The City is now moving into project delivery. Engineering is currently preparing a Request for Proposals (RFP)
for engineering, design, and construction oversight services, with John supporting the Engineering Department
in this effort. Once a consultant is selected and design work is completed, the project will move into
contractor bidding and construction planning.
Parks System Master Plan
The City recently began work with MEND Collaborative to develop a comprehensive Parks System Master Plan.
The plan will include system-wide assessment, community engagement, visioning, and an inventory and
review of existing parks and facilities.
The project is in the early stages, focused on data collection and coordination with City staff. Parks and
Recreation and Public Works staff are participating in bi-weekly check-in meetings with MEND Collaborative to
ensure ongoing coordination throughout the process.
Public engagement is scheduled to begin in June and will include approximately three to four in -person events
between June and October, along with additional pop-up engagement opportunities and online feedback
options to broaden participation.
A draft plan is anticipated to be presented to the City for review toward the end of 2026, with final review and
adoption expected in the spring of 2027.
Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
No action needed. For City Council review and discussion only.
ATTACHMENT(S)
None
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ITEM: Municipal Consent for MnDOT Central Avenue Reconstruction Project. (30 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Rochelle Widmer, Director of Engineering and Facilities
DEPARTMENT: Engineering BY/DATE: Rochelle Widmer / April 29, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has presented the preferred layout for Central Avenue
(TH 65) from 37th to 53rd Avenues. MnDOT has been reviewed this layout with the Council at the April, May,
June, and December 2025 and January 2026 City Council Work Sessions.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS
On April 17, 2026, MnDOT submitted the proposed layout for Central Avenue for Municipal Consent. The
submittal from MnDOT provided the following information to City staff:
Submittal letter
Example resolution
Good faith cost estimate
Engagement summary of MnDOT’s outreach efforts since 2020
Relevant statutes around Municipal Consent
Proposed layout
Municipal Consent by the City Council is required on the Central Avenue Reconstruction project since it:
Alters access by removing the connection of Central Avenue and Reservoir Boulevard and several other
locations.
Reduces highway traffic capacity by removing a general purpose through lane in each direction north
of 39th St. to a point approximately 450 feet south of the intersection with 49th Avenue.
Requires acquisition of permanent right-of-way, including potential acquisition of parcels currently
owned by the City of Columbia Heights. MnDOT also plans partial acquisition of several additional
parcels to acquire small amounts of permanent right-of-way from other parcels.
Approval or disapproval of the final layout is by resolution of the City Council. However, if the City neither
approves nor disapproves the final layout within 90 days of the public heari ng, the layout is deemed approved
(per MN Statute 161.164).
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The deadlines (per MN Statute 161.164) for the City’s responsibilities regarding Municipal Consent of the
proposed layout are as follows:
Within 15 days of receiving the final layout, schedule a public hearing (by May 5, 2026).
Within 60 days of receiving the final layout, conduct the public hearing (by June 16, 2026).
Provide at least 30 days’ notice of the public hearing.
Within 90 days of the public hearing, approve or disapprove the layout by resolution (by September 14,
2026).
MnDOT will attend the public hearing to present the final layout to the public and answer questions, as
required by statute.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
(Briefly state the specific action staff is requesting of the City Council, if any. For example: provide
direction, discuss options, or review information.)
Staff requests that Council have a brief discussion regarding MnDOT’s municipal consent submittal for the
Central Avenue Reconstruction project and set a date for the public hearing that satisfies relevant state
statutes.
ATTACHMENT(S)
MnDOT Submittal Letter
MnDOT Good Faith Cost Estimate
MnDOT Example Resolution for Municipal Consent
MnDOT Timelapse Engagement Summary
MnDOT Proposed Layout
Relevant MN State Statutes
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April 17, 2026
Rochelle Widmer P.E. M.S. | Director of Engineering and Facilities
City of Columbia Heights
rwidmer@columbiaheightsmn.gov
RE: Request for City Approval (Municipal Consent) of the Final Layout for SP 0207-130 (TH 65)
Dear Rochelle,
MnDOT is proceeding with plans to complete State Project 0207-130, the proposed reconstruction
of Central Avenue from 37th Avenue to 53rd Avenue In accordance with Minnesota Statute 161.164,
I am submitting for City approval the project’s Final Layout, S.P. 0207-130, dated April 14th, 2026.
The City’s approval (municipal consent) is required for this project because it:
• Alters access by removing connection to Reservoir Blvd. and alters access at several other
locations.
• Reduces highway traffic capacity by removing a general purpose through lane in each
direction north of 39th St. to a point approximately 450 feet south of the intersection with 49th
Avenue.
• Requires acquisition of permanent right-of-way, including potential acquisition of parcels
owned by Columbia Heights. MnDOT also plans partial acquisition of a number of additional
parcels to acquire small amounts of permanent right of way from a number of other parcels.
Municipal consent of MnDOT projects is described in Minnesota Statutes 161.162 through 161.167
(attached).
Approval or disapproval of the final layout is by resolution of the City Council. (A sample resolution
is attached). However, if the City neither approves nor disapproves the final layout within 90 days
of the public hearing, the layout is deemed approved (per MN Statute 161.164).
The deadlines (per MN Statute 161.164) for the City’s responsibilities regarding municipal consent
of the attached layout are as follows, based on a submittal date of the final layout to the City of
4/17/2026:
• Within 15 days of receiving the final layout, schedule a public hearing (by 5/2/2026). Please
coordinate the timing of the public hearing with MnDOT staff to ensure that they can be
present.
• Within 60 days of receiving the final layout, conduct the public hearing (by 6/16/2026).
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• Provide at least 30-days’ notice of the public hearing.
• Within 90 days of the public hearing, approve or disapprove the layout by resolution (by
9/14/2026).
MnDOT will attend the public hearing to present the final layout and answer questions, as required
by statute.
Project Purpose
The primary purpose of this project is to improve pavement condition and safety.
Over the past 10 years, there have been over 20 fatal or life-threatening injury crashes involving
pedestrians, illustrated in the image below.
Figure 1 - Map image showing locations of fatal and serious pedestrian crashes on Central Ave.
Looking at the most recent 5 years of crash data, from 2020 through 2024, the segment of Central
Avenue from 40th to 47th Ave. has experienced a rate of serious and fatal crashes (referred to as
the “FAR Index”) that is over 5 times what would be considered a “critical” crash rate. This
segment of Central Avenue had the 2nd highest rate of serious and fatal crashes of any Trunk
Highway in the state of Minnesota, measured by FAR Index for 2020 through 2024.
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In addition to addressing pavement condition and safety issues, this project aims to address other
issues along the corridor:
• Planned transit improvements associated with Metro Transit’s F Line Bus Rapid Transit
(BRT) project
• Underground utility improvements
• Aging traffic signals and other roadside infrastructure
• Sidewalks that are in poor condition and are not compliant with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA)
• A lack of safe places to ride a bicycle – Central Avenue is a planned bikeway in the Met
Council Regional Bike Transportation Network
Project Description
The project includes reconstruction of the 2-mile stretch of Central Ave (TH 65) between 37th Ave.
to 53rd Ave. This project will look to address safety concerns through this corridor while enhancing
the connectivity and quality of life for the residents that live and use along the corridor. The project
will benefit all travelers by reconstructing the road, upgrading pedestrian crossings, improving
sidewalks and pathways, managing speed, expanding multimodal options, and improving transit
access. MnDOT is also coordinating with Metro Transit to install improved transit stations and with
the cities of Columbia Heights and Hilltop to replace local utilities along the corridor.
Property impact details
MnDOT is planning several major property acquisitions along Central Avenue for this project, which
also includes some parcels not directly adjacent to Central Avenue. Permanent easements located
in the layout are conservative and further discussions with Columbia Heights and stakeholders will
continue through the design phase of the project. The main reasons for acquiring permanent
easements in the layout are due to roadway design changes, intersection design changes,
installation of roundabouts, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements, and stormwater
treatment requirements. Refer to attached final layout for proposed permanent easements.
Roadway Configuration
MnDOT is proposing to re-configure Central Avenue and tailor the roadway configuration based on
traffic volumes. Near 694, where traffic volumes are the highest, Highway 65 will retain two lanes in
each direction and a southbound auxiliary lane at the interchange will be removed. South of 49th
Ave., where traffic volumes start to decrease, MnDOT is proposing to remove one through lane in
each direction. A northbound bus lane will be added in the northbound direction (only) from 37th to
45th Ave., in order to improve the speed and reliability of the F Line BRT service.
One of the primary reasons to remove a general purpose travel lane where it is not needed is to
improve roadway safety. The image below shows what Central Avenue looks like before and after
the proposed construction – the proposed design significantly reduces pedestrian crossing
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exposure and will reduce motor vehicle speeds, this is the most effective way to reduce the
likelihood of future pedestrian crashes.
Figure 2 - Image showing pedestrian crossing differences before and after the proposed construction
Bus stops
The proposed layout has some bus stops where transit buses will stop in the (only) lane – this will
lead to momentary delays as passengers board/alight buses. With bus rapid transit, passengers
pay their fares before boarding the bus – this reduces delays experienced with traditional buses.
On average, a bus will be stopped for about 7 seconds.
MnDOT has performed virtual simulations of how Central Avenue will function with in-lane bus
stops during the busiest time of day – the afternoon rush hour. The maximum added delay with
fewer lanes and in-lane bus stops that could be encountered while traveling from 53rd to 37th
Avenue is about 30 seconds. Most traffic will experience lesser delays (or even travel time savings)
when traveling outside of rush hour.
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Figure 3 - Screen shot of traffic simulation of bus stopping in-lane at 45th Ave.
Roundabouts
The proposed layout includes five roundabouts in intersections that were previously governed with
a signal or had no intersection control. Changing these intersections to a roundabout provides a
number of benefits:
• In a statewide study, single lane roundabouts were found to be the single most effective
tool to reduce motor vehicle speeds, more so than other tools like curb extensions and
median islands. On a corridor with speeding issues, we believe this to be an essential
component for traffic calming.
• Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) will be added at strategic locations during
final design for pedestrians to navigate roundabouts safely.
• The roundabouts will also allow for a shorter crossing distance for pedestrians, decreasing
the amount of time that they spend walking through lanes and reduces pedestrian crossing
exposure.
• In a statewide study, single lane roundabouts showed an 89% reduction in fatal crashes,
83% reduction in serious injury crashes, and a 60% reduction in all injury crashes.
Unbalanced multi-lane roundabouts (2 Lane and 1 Lane) showed a 78% reduction in
serious injury crashes and an 18% reduction in all injury crashes.
Access Modifications
The proposed layout shows a new intersection layout at 37th Ave. and Central Ave. that adds a cul-
de-sac at the end of Reservoir Blvd., and removes the access to/from Central Ave. The 5th leg at
the intersection of 37th Ave. and Central Ave. increases intersection delay and crash risk. At the
request of the City of Columbia Heights city council, MnDOT will close this access completely. This
will reduce crash risk and reduce intersection delay at the intersection of 37th and Central. Refer to
attached layout for additional access modifications.
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Off-site Infiltration basins
The proposed layout shows the proposed off-site infiltration basins to help achieve the
requirements for phosphorus removal. These infiltration basins will require MnDOT to acquire the
portion or whole parcel and install new storm sewer to MnDOT’s system. Alternatively, Columbia
Heights could take ownership of these basins and negotiate the routine and non-routine through
the cooperative construction agreement.
Planned Project Schedule
The project is planned to be constructed in multiple different sections, from 2028 to 2030. MnDOT
will attempt to maintain vehicle access during construction, however, it may be necessary to close
certain segments of Central Avenue fully during construction. In this instance, access will be
maintained to businesses and residents via side streets, MnDOT will coordinate full closures with
affected property owners ahead of construction.
City’s Estimated Project Costs
Some project costs are the City’s responsibility, as detailed in MnDOT’s cost participation policy.
(See the policy and the Cost Participation and Maintenance with Local Units of Government
Manual at MnDOT’s this website: https://edocs-
public.dot.state.mn.us/edocs_public/DMResultSet/download?docId=39065478 ).
MnDOT has attached a Good Faith Cost Estimate for SP 0207-130. Below is a summary of
estimated costs for the City:
SP 0207-130
• Overall Current Project Budget – $55,800,000
• Columbia Heights project cost share – $1,026,000 plus city-requested utility construction
o City share before individual project maximum contribution
$6,011,666
o City individual project maximum contribution
$226,000
o Items not subject to individual project maximum contribution
Signal at 43rd - $800,000
Please note that Columbia Heights has hit the individual project maximum contribution of $226,000
for FY28 under the current Cost Participation Policy. However, the locally proposed signalized
intersection at 43rd Ave is considered “non-eligible” and therefore is not subject to the City’s
maximum contribution. The proposed signal is “non-eligible” as the signal at 43rd is a local request
and was not determined through MnDOT’s internal scope. Columbia Heights’ planned utility
improvements are not included in the Columbia Heights project cost share – any city-requested
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utility construction will be 100% city cost, not subject to the “individual project maximum”, and in
addition to the city costs listed above.
City’s Maintenance Responsibilities
MnDOT is currently responsible for most routine maintenance along Central Ave today, and this
will continue post-construction. Under the Cost Participation Policy (CPP), below is a summary of
city maintenance responsibilities is below:
• Routine maintenance of all sidewalks, shared use paths, and pedestrian refuge island
• Removal of snow from parking lanes on trunk highways
• Maintenance of markings at intersections on local roads
• Maintenance of parking-related markings installed on MnDOT roadways
• Maintaining, locating, and ongoing electrical costs for continuous or intersection lighting
systems within the corporate city limits*
• Non-routine maintenance and routine maintenance and operation of pedestrian hybrid
beacons and rectangular rapid flashing beacons
• Routine Maintenance of drainage elements, not including culverts**
• Maintenance of any amenities or aesthetic features on the roadway***
• Maintenance of Trees and non-stormwater related Green Infrastructure
*Except at roundabouts, where the City and MnDOT will share the cost of roundabouts
maintenance which includes the lighting within the roundabout and approach or exiting lighting to
the end of the splitter island, painted delineation, or up to approximately 400 feet from the
roundabout.
**Routine maintenance includes removal of sediment debris, vegetation and ice from grates and
catch basins. Replacement of grates or manhole covers. Pavement repair around manholes and
catch basins.
***Amenities include streetscape or other elements not essential for roadway operations. This
includes things like bike racks, garbage cans, benches, or similar elements. The scope of amenity
construction with the project is yet to be determined.
Stormwater Infiltration Basin Maintenance Obligations
According to the Cost Participation Policy, there are maintenance obligations outlined as routine
and non-routine. The Cost Participation Policy outlines baseline obligations and payments, but the
final responsibility of maintenance tasks can be negotiated in a cooperative construction
agreement.
According to the Cost Participation Manual, the owner performs routine maintenance for ponds and
drainage treatment features within their right-of-way. Routine maintenance includes the following:
• Removing litter
• Clearing ice
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• Mowing and vegetation management
• Minor erosion repairs
• Sediment and debris removal from structural pollution control or pre-treatment devices
• Utility Locates
Per the Cost Participation Manual, non-routine maintenance costs are determined by the ratio of
contributing flow into the basin. Non-routine maintenance includes the following:
• Sediment removal beyond pre-treatment sediment removal.
• Major erosion, structure, pipe, and drain tile repair.
• Clearing drain tile.
• Replacement of filter media.
If the city chooses to follow the recommended Cost Participation Policy maintenance obligations,
the City will be responsible for a percentage of non-routine maintenance. Current estimations show
the city appears to contain roughly 37% of the contributing area, so we are estimating that they will
take over 37% of the non-routine costs. This will be refined as the project design progresses
through the final design. As stated previously, the maintenance obligations and costs can be
negotiated through a cooperative agreement to ensure a fair representation of maintenance for all
partners.
Please refer to the attached Layout for proposed locations of infiltration basins.
MnDOT will continue to coordinate the details of stormwater treatment with the city as the project
moves through final design.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about this submittal.
Sincerely,
Christopher Bower
North Area Engineer
christopher.bower@state.mn.us
Christopher
Bower
Digitally signed by Christopher
Bower
Date: 2026.04.17 13:07:22 -05'00'
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Attachments:
Final Layout for SP 0207-130, dated 4/14/2026
MN Statutes 161.162 – 161.167
Estimated Project Costs
Sample City Resolution
Timelapse Engagement Summary
cc:
Mathew Thibert
MnDOT Project Manager
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Good Faith Cost Participation Estimate Summary
S.P. 0207-130 (TH 65 in Columbia Heights)
The City of Columbia Height’s share of construction costs was estimated using Mn/DOT’s cost
participation policy and the Cost Participation and Maintenance with Local Units of Government Manual
(PDF). You can find both the policy and the manual at
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/financial/fm011.html). This policy is used statewide to calculate
participation of local units of government on Mn/DOT construction projects.
The City of Columbia Height’s cost associated with the proposed construction as shown on the attached
Final Geometric Layout is estimated to be as follows:
City of Columbia Heights Estimated Cost for SP 0207-130
City Estimated Cost - $1,026,000
• City Individual Project Maximum - $226,000
• Items not covered by Individual Project Maximum
o 43rd Avenue proposed signal - $800,000
o City utility costs – not quantified, these will be at 100% city cost
o Any aesthetic project elements (such as aesthetic street lighting) in excess of MnDOT
standard allowance. These costs are not quantified.
City cost items in excess of the Individual Project Maximum – paid by MnDOT
• $4,985,666
A breakdown of all city cost elements associated with project construction follows below.
Trunk Highway 65
Mn/DOT is responsible for 100% of the costs associated with the reconstruction of TH 65 through the City
of Columbia Heights as is shown on the submitted Final Geometric Layout.
Parking Lanes
Mn/DOT is responsible for 90% of the costs associated with the reconstruction of parking lanes through
the City of Columbia Heights as is shown on the submitted Final Geometric Layout, Columbia Heights is
responsible for the remaining 10% of costs.
Signals and Lighting
The project proposes the replacement of 2 signalized intersections, 2 signal revisions, and a city proposed
signal system. The proposed signal system replacements at 44th and 45th Avenue has an estimated cost of
$1,484,700, of which $649,556 is Columbia Heights’ cost. The signal revision at 41st Avenue has an
estimated cost of $742,350, of which $371,175 is Columbia Heights’ cost. This is based on our cost
participation policy and an estimated cost of $700,000 per signal.
The proposed signal system at 43rd Avenue has an estimated cost of $800,000, of which all of the cost is
Columbia Heights’. Due to the signal system being proposed by the city, MnDOT will not share the cost as
the cost is not eligible for the ability to pay cap from the cost participation policy.
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MnDOT will be responsible for up to 100% of the costs to furnish and install MnDOT standard lighting as it
deems necessary for the trunk highway system. If non-standard lighting is requested, the city of Columbia
Heights is responsible for the difference in cost.
Intersecting City Streets
Mn/DOT is responsible for 100% of costs associated with connecting TH 65 to intersecting side streets to
their current width as near as practicable to the existing right of way line. The City would be responsible
for 100% of additional costs that extend significantly beyond the right-of-way line or extraneous
construction beyond what is required to match into the existing side street.
Roundabout
The project proposes the replacement of five signalized intersections with roundabout intersections. The
City’s share is estimated at $2,094,487 at 51st Avenue, $1,042,825 at 47th Avenue, and $523,621.88 at 53rd
Avenue. This is based on our cost participation policy and based on the number of legs and traffic volume
on the City’s intersecting roads.
Mn/DOT would be responsible for costs of roundabout construction in accordance with the following
figure:
City Utilities
Any city-requested utility construction would be 100% city of Columbia Heights’ cost.
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Drainage Costs
For MnDOT initiated projects, MnDOT will be responsible for the cost to perpetuate the existing drainage
system required for a trunk highway improvement. MnDOT will be responsible for the costs of any
improvements to the existing drainage system necessitated by the project, unless a local agency requests
improvements or requests changes which the local agency will be responsible for the costs.
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RESOLUTION NO. _____
Resolution for Layout Approval
At a Meeting of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, held on the __ day
of _______, 20__, the following Resolution was offered by ____________________and seconded by
________________ to wit:
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Transportation has prepared a final layout for State Project 0207-130
on Trunk Highway 65, from 37th Avenue NE to 53rd Avenue NE within the City of Columbia Heights for
roadway reconstruction; and seeks the approval thereof, as described in Minnesota Statutes 161.162 to
161.167: and
WHEREAS, said final layout is on file in the Metro District Minnesota Department of Transportation office,
Roseville, Minnesota, dated April 14th, 2026, S.P. 0207-130, from 37th Avenue NE to the I-694 Eastbound
Off-ramp.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that said final layout for the improvement of said Trunk Highway
within the corporate limits be and is hereby approved.
Upon the call of the roll the following Council Members voted in favor of the Resolution:
The following Council Members voted against its adoption:
ATTEST:
Mayor _________________________________ Dated ________________, 20__
State of Minnesota
County of ________________
City of ____________________
I do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution is a true and correct copy of a resolution presented to and
adopted by the Council of the City of ___________________________, Minnesota at a duly authorized
meeting thereof held on the ______ day of _________________, 20___, as shown by the minutes of said
meeting in my possession.
(SEAL)_______________________________
City Clerk
Commented [JE1]: Is this the entirety of the project or
city limits?
Commented [CB2]: If there are conditions, add them
here. Please discuss potential conditions with Chris
before the vote to ensure they’re viable.
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The purpose of the MnDOT led Hwy 47 and Hwy 65 Planning Study was to better understand the existing conditions and
transportation needs of a 10-mile stretch of both Central Ave (Hwy 65) and University Ave (Hwy 47). This study preceded the
project design process, providing higher level evaluation and recommendations. It was also done in parallel with the Metro
Transit F Line Corridor Plan, which focused on transit alternative development. The study’s primary elements and timeline
are summarized in the graphic below. Work was conducted across two phases:
• Phase 1: Project needs and evaluation criteria
• Phase 2: Alternatives development and evaluation
Phase 1 of the study was conducted from spring 2020 to summer 2021. Public engagement during this time included working
with agencies and the public to analyze existing and future conditions and determine project needs.
This phase of the study identified the following purpose and need elements, along with supporting evaluation criteria to
apply to future alternatives. These were based on both technical analysis and community input.
HWY 47 & HWY 65 PLANNING STUDY
2020 - 2024
Purpose
Phase 1 overview
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Postcards sent
Other considerations
• Consistency with local, state, and
regional plans and programs
• Consistency with local, state, and
regional projects
• Cost
• Maintenance
• Bridge condition
• Transit ridership on existing or
planned routes
• Supports Future F Line (BRT) Plan
Secondary needs
• Walkability
and bikeability,
mobility: improve
comfort and access
to destinations
• Vehicle mobility:
maintain or
improve operations
for autos, transit,
and freight
Primary needs
• Vehicle safety: reduce
injury and loss of life
for all users
• Walkability and
bikeability, safety:
reduce or eliminate
traffic fatalities and
serious injuries for the
most vulnerable users
• Pavement condition:
maintain and improve
roadway surface
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HISTORY
Central Ave NE (Hwy 65)
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The project team and its partners engaged with study area
residents in October and November 2020. Due to the State of
Minnesota’s public health emergency restrictions on in-person
meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic, the study team adapted
traditional public engagement activities to meet public safety
guidance, with most activities conducted virtually.
Over 2,200 people shared input in Phase 1. Participation in
activities included 1,557 survey responses, 478 comments on
the online interactive map, 256 local calls made to targeted
stakeholders, 15 virtual stakeholder briefings, and three virtual
open houses.
Primary engagement activities included:
• Project website with online survey and comment map
• Three virtual open houses
• Project emails
• Ads on social media, community papers, and websites
• Lawn signs and sidewalk decals (90 locations)
• Outreach toolkits for partners’ websites
• Media relations (press release and interviews)
• One-on-one telephone interviews
• Meetings with key stakeholders (13 sessions)
Primary themes from engagement included:
• Pedestrian needs: Many pedestrians don’t feel safe, especially on University Ave. Pedestrians worry about cars,
including speeds and traffic rule compliance. Pedestrians can also have a difficult time crossing the street.
• Bicycle needs: Bicyclists don’t feel safe on either Central Ave or University Ave. There is significant interest in adding or
expanding bike lanes.
• Motorist needs: People are concerned with driver speeding. People also feel like the timing of traffic lights doesn’t feel
right. Roads feel congested, which leads to other problems in terms of unpredictability and bottlenecks. All travelers,
including drivers and pedestrians, have issues with visibility of others on the road.
• Transit needs: There is a high level of interest in better snow removal. Community members would like to see more bus
shelters.
• Focus area needs: Targeted engagement on specific segments of the corridor identified locations with the most
concentrated challenges and need for improvements.
Public engagement informed the development of the project purpose and need as well as supporting evaluation criteria.
Phase 1 public engagement
Overall Hwy 47/65 study engagement:
440 public
meeting attendees
3,296 survey
responses
2,769 map/alternative
comments
15 virtual stakeholder
briefings
14 in-person and virtual
public meetings
256 local calls made
to stakeholders
2,829 newsletter
subscribers
125 sidewalk decals
and yard signs installed
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HISTORY
Central Ave NE (Hwy 65)
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Phase 2 of the study was conducted from fall 2021 to spring 2024. This stage included reviewing the evaluation criteria
developed in Phase 1, developing concepts and potential alternatives, evaluating and selecting alternatives, and drafting a
study for public and agency review.
Initially, the project team evaluated 166 concept alternatives across 10 sections of the corridor. Nineteen of these concepts
were dismissed, and the remaining 147 were grouped into 35 “packages” representing typical road designs for each section.
After further evaluation, the 23 packages that met the evaluation criteria were consolidated into four “corridor visions”
recommended for further study.
• Vision 1: Lower speed roadways with roundabouts at key intersections
• Vision 2: Intermediate and high-speed roadways with traffic signals at key intersections
• Vision 3: Combination of low and higher-speed roadways at different corridor segments
• Vision 4: Reduced speeds throughout the corridor
The study team engaged the public during key decision points in the study from fall 2021 to spring 2024.
During Phase 2, there were 325 people who attended either in-person or virtual public meetings, 2,291 people commented
on concept alternatives and 1,739 online survey responses.
Phase 2 overview
Phase 2 public engagement
Engagement methods included:
Project website with online
survey and comment map Lawn signs and sidewalk decals
11 in-person and virtual public
meetings
Outreach toolkit for partner distribution
Pop ups and targeted
engagement activities
Media relations
(press releases and interviews)
Ads on social media, community
papers, and websites
Meetings with community groups
One-on-one telephone interviews
166 concept
alternatives 35 packages147 concept
alternatives 23 packages 4 corridor
visions
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HISTORY
Central Ave NE (Hwy 65)
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Primary themes from engagement included:
• Roads: While traffic speeding was identified as a concern, low speed alternatives were not heavily endorsed due to
other considerations. Traffic calming and the addition of green areas were frequently noted as a welcome strategy.
Parking-related issues were another common theme, both from the perspective of needing parking to support small
businesses as well as safety concerns around parked cars.
• Multimodal: People expressed concerns about pedestrian and bicycle safety within all concepts. Many people felt
unsafe walking and biking along the corridors. Shared use paths received mixed reactions, while there was general
support for adding or expanding bike lanes.
• Intersections: Engagement participants also expressed concerns about intersections, including issues with current
signal timing, safety of pedestrian crosswalks, and mixed feedback on the possibility of adding bump-outs.
This feedback informed the selection of the four vision concepts that moved forward for further consideration. Of the four,
Corridor Vision 1 received the most support, followed closely by Corridor Vision 4. However, the concepts did not account
for all issues, so – while they were inspiration for what was considered in future phases – there was some additional work
needed to get to the next set of project alternatives. The chart below shows what items were and were not covered during
this study.
Considered during study Not considered during study
• Intersection crash rates and crash severity
• Pedestrian and bicycle safety
• Pedestrian level of service
• Bicycle level of traffic stress
• Pavement condition
• Traffic operations
• Transit route and station placement
• Consistency with plans and policies
• Estimated high-level project and maintenance costs
• Stormwater management needs
• Vehicle access impacts
• Right-of-way impacts
• Bridge condition
• Historical and cultural resources
• Environmental justice
• Section 4(f) and 6(f) resources
• On-street parking demand and removal impacts
• Accommodation of both northbound and southbound bus lanes
• Specific access closure impacts, as well as emergency vehicle access
• Treatments for specific intersections, including freight mobility assessments
• Transit facility design specifics
• Specific lane, shoulder, and facility widths
• Non-road infrastructure needs including drainage, signals, signing, bridges, and noise barriers
• Connected and automated vehicle readiness
• Site-specific hazardous and contaminated materials assessment
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HISTORY
Central Ave NE (Hwy 65)
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The purpose of the Central Ave NE Improvements Project was for MnDOT, local agencies, and the public to collaborate on
a new design for Central Ave. (Hwy 65) between University Ave SE and Interstate 694. This work built upon the study and
public engagement conducted in the Hwy 47 & Hwy 65 Planning Study. This project involved working closely with Metro
Transit on the integration of the METRO F Line, a planned bus rapid transit line that will provide improved transit service on
Route 10.
This project has multiple phases, with associated engagement:
• Phase 1: Raising awareness and connecting (April to July 2024)
»Phase 1 was a preparatory phase focused on agency coordination; there was no significant public engagement
besides general education and awareness via agency conversations.
• Phase 2: Previous study wrap-up and project goal setting (July to December 2024)
»Phase 2 focused on initial concept development, building on the vision concepts from the previous study and adding
additional technical analysis.
• Phase 3: Concept alternatives evaluation (January to April 2025)
»Phase 3 focused on development and evaluation of roadway concept alternatives.
• Phase 4: Preferred concept review (May to August 2025)
»Phase 4 focused on finalization and refinement of a selected corridor alternative.
Concepts evaluated in this study have largely been based on Visions 1 and 2 from the previous study.
CENTRAL AVE NE IMPROVEMENTS
2024 - 2025
Purpose
Design concepts
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4 corridor
visions
2 design
alternativesAdditional
technical analysis
Design
refinement Recommended
design
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HISTORY
Central Ave NE (Hwy 65)
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Community input supported the development and refinement
of alternatives, which helped the project team reach a preferred
design. Community members were also asked to weigh in on
changes to specific intersections and areas.
Engagement methods included:
• Online survey
• In-person and virtual public meetings
• Community pop-ups
• Meetings with community groups
• Meetings with business and property owners
• Mailings
• Door knocking
Key takeaways:
• Safety and accessibility: Safety was the most consistent
and urgent theme. Community members emphasized
the need to:
» Reduce vehicle speeds through traffic calming measures.
» Improve pedestrian and cyclist safety with wider
sidewalks, separated bike paths, better lighting, and
clearer crossings.
» Address multimodal safety, especially south of 37th
Avenue, where support was strong for sidewalk-level bike lanes and dedicated transit lanes.
• Transit reliability: There was strong support for enhancing public transit through the integration of the METRO F Line.
Key themes included:
»A desire for dedicated bus lanes and improved stop infrastructure.
»Ensuring accessibility for elderly and disabled riders.
»Clarifying bus lane rules and addressing concerns about in-lane bus stops during congestion.
• Community and business vitality: Participants voiced a clear desire for the redesign to support local businesses and
reflect the cultural character of the area. This included:
»Maintaining access during and after construction.
»Creating a vibrant, walkable corridor that attracts customers.
»Incorporating placemaking elements like street furniture, signage, and public art.
»Concerns about construction impacts and property values were also prominent, especially among business owners.
Public engagement
Central Ave NE engagement:
620 public meeting attendees
846 survey responses
13 neighborhood presentations
30+ business meetings
5 city council presentations
1,710 newsletter subscribers
310 public meeting comments
37,224 postcards sent
689 business postcards
hand delivered
20 community pop up events
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HISTORY
Central Ave NE (Hwy 65)
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Key takeaways continued
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HISTORY
Central Ave NE (Hwy 65)
• Environmental enhancements: Green infrastructure
was widely supported as both a beautification and
sustainability strategy. Feedback included:
»Adding and maintaining diverse tree species.
»Designing greener medians and rain gardens.
»Using landscaping to calm traffic and manage
stormwater runoff.
• Traffic management: Traffic congestion and flow were
major concerns, particularly at key intersections like
Lowry Avenue, St. Anthony Parkway, and 53rd Avenue.
• Roundabout education: While roundabouts received
mixed feedback, many supported single-lane designs for
safety and called for more public education to reduce
confusion.
• Parking tradeoffs: Parking emerged as a divisive issue.
While some prioritized transit and pedestrian space
over on-street parking, others—especially business
owners—expressed concern about losing parking.
Suggestions included shared district parking and off-
peak bus lane use.
• Access changes: Access changes at intersections like
Reservoir Boulevard and 32nd Avenue also drew mixed
reactions, which will require thoughtful communication
going forward.
Phases 1 through 3 of engagement were used to inform
concept development and refinement, as well as selection
of a preferred alternative. Phase 4 involved presenting the
preferred alternative to the community and gathering final
feedback.
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CENTRAL AVE (HIGHWAY 65)
TWO-LANE SECTION WITH BUS LANE AND MEDIAN
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AREA = 15 SQ'REM = 48 SQ 'PERIMETER = 30 '
AREA = 15 SQ'REM = 48 SQ 'PERIMETER = 30 '
AT 100% CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS COST.
DEVELOPMENT AT 4300 BLOCK. TO BE CONSTRUCTED
TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT 43RD AVE IS TO SERVE FUTURE
CLOSE LEFT TURNS FROM TH 65
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AREA = 15 SQ'REM = 48 SQ 'PERIMETER = 30 '
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AREA 26 SQ FTPERIMETER 50FTREM 95 SQ FTAREA = 15 SQ'REM = 48 SQ 'PERIMETER = 30 '
PERIMETER 30 FTREM 35 SFAREA 15 SF
PERIMETER 30 FTREM 35 SFAREA 15 SFAREA = 40 SQ 'PERIMETER = 70 'REMOVAL = 150 SQ '
AREA = 40 SQ 'PERIMETER = 70 'REMOVAL = 150 SQ 'PERIMETER 30 FTREM 35 SFAREA 15 SF
AREA = 15 SQ'REM = 48 SQ '
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PERIMETER 30 FTREM 35 SFAREA 15 SF
AREA = 40 SQ 'PERIMETER = 70 'REMOVAL = 150 SQ '
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PERIMETER 30 FT
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AREA = 15 SQ'REM = 48 SQ 'PERIMETER = 30 '
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AREA = 15 SQ'REM = 48 SQ 'PERIMETER = 30 '
AREA 26 SQ FTPERIMETER 50FTREM 95 SQ FT
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PERIMETER 30 FTREM 35 SFAREA 15 SFAREA 26 SQ FT PERIMETER 50FTREM 95 SQ FT
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AREA = 15 SQ'REM = 48 SQ '
PERIMETER = 30 '
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3910 CENTRAL
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3918 CENTRAL
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3932 CENTRAL
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3960 CENTRAL
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3982 CENTRAL
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4020 CENTRAL AVE NE
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4026 CENTRAL
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4040 CENTRAL AVE NE
AVE NE
4048 CENTRAL
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4054 CENTRAL
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4110 CENTRAL AVE NE
900 42ND AVE NE
4200 CENTRAL AVE NE
4220 CENTRAL AVE NE 4230 CENTRAL AVE NE
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4240 CENTRAL AVE NE
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4446 CENTRAL 921 45TH AVE NE 923 45TH AVE NE AVE NE
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3827 CENTRAL AVE NE
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3837 CENTRAL
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3841 CENTRAL
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3847 CENTRAL
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3851 CENTRAL
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4423 CENTRAL AVE NE
4435 CENTRAL AVE NE
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4457 CENTRAL 4501 CENTRAL AVE NE
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4511 CENTRAL 4545 CENTRAL AVE NE
AVE NE
4605 CENTRAL
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ITEM: Initiation of Regional Solicitation Funding Application for 44th Avenue NE Redesign from Main
Street to Central Avenue. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Rochelle Widmer, Director of Engineering and Facilities
DEPARTMENT: Engineering BY/DATE: Rochelle Widmer / May 1, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
The City previously hired Bolton & Menk to assist with development of a Transportation Safety Action Plan
through the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program. The plan was completed in July 2025 and included a list of
priority projects for the City to consider for implementation.
Of the high priority project corridors, many are either under the jurisdiction of MnDOT or Anoka County.
Projects are in development along University Avenue (TH 47) and Central Avenue (TH 65) and being led by
MnDOT. Additionally, Anoka County generally applies for funding for roadways under their jurisdiction.
Applying for funding to help support the local roadway network is the typical strategy for the City.
Based on information contained within the Transportation Safety Action Plan, 44th Avenue appears to be
a good candidate for funding when considering the City’s local roadway network. The construction costs
are estimated at $5.46 million for the segment between TH 47 and TH 65, and at $1.54 million for the segment
between Main Street and TH 47. Those costs do not include engineering, legal and administrative costs.
Costs for easements, if required, would also be an additional expense.
The are several funding programs for which applications are being solicited in 2026:
SS4A Implementation (Opens March 27, 2026. Applications are due May 26, 2026)
Regional Solicitation (Opens May 7, 2026. Applications are due June 25, 2026)
Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) (Similar to Regional Solicitation)
The SS4A funding program is highly competitive and is more tailored to the trunk highway system. HSIP
funding is somewhat limited by the maximum award amount. The maximum award amount hasn’t
been published for the 2026 application cycle but is typically between $2 and $2.5 million. The Regional
Solicitation maximum award amount is anticipated to be between $7 and $10 million, depending upon the
funding sub-category.
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Regional Solicitation is one way the Metropolitan Council and Transportation Advisory Board prioritize and
invest in roads, bridges, transit routes, bike paths, sidewalks, electric vehicle chargers, congestion
management and commuter support programs, and active transportation programs and planning. Regional
Solicitation happens once every two years and awards about $250 million in federal funds. City costs would
include a 20 percent match of the construction amount. Engineering, legal, administrative, and easement
costs would also be the responsibility of the City.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS
Based upon previous submittal requirements, City staff believe that an application will score well for 44th
Avenue between TH 65 and Main Street for the following reasons:
The roadway is listed in a Safety plan. Having a planning study completed greatly improves the score
for the project.
A concept layout has been completed, which demonstrates project readiness.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
(Briefly state the specific action staff is requesting of the City Council, if any. For example: provide
direction, discuss options, or review information.)
Staff requests that Council approves the initiation an application for Regional Solicitation funding on 44th
Avenue redesign between TH 65 and Main Street with the assistance of a consultant.
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44th Avenue Concept Layout
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ITEM: Update on 2026 Street Program – Municipal State Aid (MSA) Street Mill & Overlay Project. (15
Minutes)
Presenting Item: Rochelle Widmer, Director of Engineering and Facilities
DEPARTMENT: Engineering BY/DATE: Rochelle Widmer / April 29, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
For 2026, the Street Rehabilitation Program will focus on Municipal State Aid (MSA) streets in the southeast
and northeast quadrants of Columbia Heights. The City will select a contractor to perform a mill and overlay
on approximately 2 miles of bituminous pavement. We anticipate the construction costs of this rehabilitation
work will total around $975,000. A portion of the funding for the project will come from State Aid funds and
additional funds will be from the citywide street infrastructure levy.
To determine the project locations for 2026, City staff completed pavement condition assessments for all
eligible MSA streets in Columbia Heights. A mill and overlay project is a cost-effective road rehabilitation
technique that involves removing the top layer of damaged bituminous material (asphalt) through a milling
process and replacing it with a new layer in the form of an overlay. As some streets in the MSA system require
more extensive replacement work, the streets selected for this project qualified for a pavement rehabilitative
treatment such as a mill and overlay. To avoid major disruptions across the City and any interference with
other concurrent roadway projects, the City opted to focus on the northeast and southeast quadrants. City
staff also took proposed future roadway reconstruction projects into consideration when choosing the 2026
project locations.
The City selected Bolton & Menk as the engineering consultant for the project in February 2026. Bolton &
Menk is currently finalizing the design phase. In early May 2026, we will receive the finalized construction
plans from Bolton & Menk for Council to approve and authorize bids. The contract will be awarded in June
2026 with construction starting in July 2026. We anticipate reaching substantial completion by October 2026.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS
At this time, City staff would like to present the proposed project locations.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
(Briefly state the specific action staff is requesting of the City Council, if any. For example: provide
direction, discuss options, or review information.)
Staff request that council receive updates on the status of the 2026 Street Program – Municipal State Aid
Street Mill & Overlay project.
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ITEM: Introduction of Heights Project Hub and Council Work Session Item Proposal Process
(15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Aaron Chipich, City Manager and Jesse Hauf, IT Director
DEPARTMENT: Information Technology BY/DATE: Jesse Hauf / May 1st, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
_Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
X_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
BACKGROUND
The City Manager, with direction from the City Council, has requested the development of a strategic
dashboard to monitor City projects and initiatives.
SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS
The IT Department evaluated several available solutions and determined that developing an in-house platform
would be the most cost-effective and customizable option to meet the City’s planning needs. Advances in AI-
assisted software development have significantly accelerated the pace of application development, making
this approach feasible for the City of Columbia Heights despite limited IT resources.
The IT Department has developed Heights Project Hub, a strategic planning and collaboration platform that
provides the following capabilities:
City planning
Project management
Alignment with core strategies
Agenda planning
Council initiative tracking
Public performance dashboard
This solution is made possible through the City’s continued investment in technology and builds upon prior
improvements in information systems. It is fully integrated with the City’s authentication framework, allowing
staff to access and use the platform seamlessly.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
City Manager Chirpich will introduce the project and outline a new process for Council Members to propose
work session items. IT Director Hauf will provide a demonstration of the beta version of Heights Project Hub.
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Requested Council Action/ Discussion Topics / Key Questions
(Briefly state the specific action staff is requesting of the City Council, if any. For example: provide
direction, discuss options, or review information.)
This is an informational item, and staff are not seeking any specific input.
ATTACHMENT(S)
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ITEM: City Manager Follow Up on Previous Work Session Topics. (15 Minutes)
Presenting Item: Aaron Chirpich, City Manager
DEPARTMENT: Administration BY/DATE: Aaron Chirpich / April 29, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
_Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
FOLLOW UP ITEMS
Ratio Ownership Change
Krypto Currency Bill Update
California Street Farm CSA Pick Up Site at Top Value Store 2
Metronet/T-Mobile Update
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ITEM: Council Corner.
Monthly Calendar Sharing
Monthly Event Notification, Attendance and Past Event Updates
Monthly Proclamations and Meeting Guests
Data Center Moratorium
Presenting Item: Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor
DEPARTMENT: Administration BY/DATE: Sara Ion / April 29, 2026
CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below)
_Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity
_High Quality Public Spaces
_Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone
_Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking
_Resilient and Prosperous Economy
_Inclusive and Connected Community
ATTACHMENT(S)
City of Columbia Heights Monthly Council Meeting and Event Calendar
Mayoral Proclamation List
Draft Proclamations
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MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS / DECLARATIONS ISSUED 2017 - CURRENT
2027
March 18, Transit Employee Appreciation Day
March 22, World Water Day
2026
January 19, MLK Day 1/12/2026
Tom Lettness / Heights Theater 1/26/2026
Winter Salt Week, Jan 25-31 1/26/2026
Holocaust Remembrance, Jan 27 1/26/2026
February 1 World Hijab Day 1/26/2026
February Black History Month 1/26/2026
Racial Covenant Awareness 2/09/2026
March 2-6, School Breakfast Week 3/09/2026
Developmental Disability Awareness Month 3/09/2026
Women’s History and International Women’s Day 3/09/2026
Tibetan Uprising Day 3/09/2026
March 31, Trans Day of Visibility 3/23/2026
April 6-12, National Library Week 3/23/2026
April Fair Housing Month 4/13/2026
Autism Acceptance Month 4/13/2026
Arbor Day / Arbor Month 4/27/2026
Earth Day 4/27/2026
May, Bike Month Proposed 5/11/2026
May, Police Week Proposed 5/11/2026 (theme needed from PD
May, Public Works Week Proposed 5/11/2026 (theme needed from PW)
2025
January 20, MLK Day 1/13/2025
February 1 World Hijab Day 1/27/2025
February Black History Month 1/27/2025
February 13, Racial Covenant 1/27/2025
March 3-7, School Breakfast Week 2/24/2025
March Developments Disability Awareness Month 2/24/2025
March 8, Int. Women’s Day & Women’s History Month 2/24/2025
March 31, Trans Day of Visibility 3/24/2025
April Fair Housing Month 3/24/2025
April 6-12, National Library Week 3/24/2025
April 22, Earth Day 4/14/2025
April 25 Arbor Day and May Arbor Month 4/14/2025
April Autism Acceptance Month 4/14/2025
April Volunteer Month 4/14/2025
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May, Asian and Pacific Islander Month 4/28/2025
May 11-17, Police Week 5/12/2025
May 19-24, Public Works Week 5/12/2025
May Foster Care Awareness 5/27/2025
May, Menstrual Hygiene 5/27/2025
June 6, Gun Violence Awareness 5/27/2025
June Pride Month 6/09/2025
June Immigrant Heritage Month 6/09/2025
June 19, Juneteenth 6/09/2025
July 1: Somali American Day 6/23/2025
Meditation Center 10th Anniversary 7/14/2025
Dahli Lama 90th Birthday 7/14/2025
July 26, Disability Independence Day 7/14/2025
August 1, Heights Bakery Day 7/28/2025
August 4, Assistance Dog Day 7/28/2025
August 5, National Night Out Proclamation 7/28/2025
August, 14 Monarch Butterfly Day / Monarch Fest 8/11/2025
August 21: Senior Citizen Day 8/25/2025
September National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 8/25/2025
September, Hunger Action Month 8/25/2025
September 17-23, Constitution Week 9/08/2025
September 13, Columbia Heights Pride 9/08/2025
September 15-October 15: Latine Heritage Month 9/22/2025
October 2025, Pedestrian Safety Month (Walktober) 9/22/2025
October 2025, Polish American Heritage Month 9/22/2025
October 2025, Domestic Violence Awareness Month 9/22/2025
October 5-11, Fire Prevention Week 9/22/2025
October 13, Indigenous Peoples’ Day 10/14/2025
October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month 10/14/2025
October, Dysautonomia Awareness Month 10/27/2025
Booster Appreciation Proclamation 10/27/2025
November, Housing Inequity Awareness Month 10/27/2025
Paul Dingman Day 11/10/2025
November 11: Veterans Day 11/10/2025
November 20: Trans Day of Remembrance 11/10/2025
November 28, Native American Heritage Month /Day 11/24/2025
November 25, Happy Holidays 11/24/2025
December 10, Universal Declaration of Human Rights 12/08/2025
2024
February 1: World Hijab Day 2/12/2024
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February: Black History Month 2/12/2024
April 7-13, 2024: National Library Week 3/25/2024
April: Fair Housing Month 4/08/2024
April 22: Earth Day 4/22/2024
May: ALS Awareness Month 5/28/2024
May: Arbor Day and Month 5/28/2024
May: National Cities, Towns, and Villages Month 5/28/2024
May 19-25: National Public Works Week 5/28/2024
June 7: National Gun Violence Awareness Day 6/10/2024
June: Pride Month 6/10/2024
June 19: Juneteenth 6/10/2024
July 1: Somali American Day 6/24/2024
July 22, 2024: Fern Ostberg Birthday 7/22/2024
July 22, 2024: MN State Flag posting 7/22/2024
August 4, 2024: Assistance Dog Day 7/22/2024
August 6: National Night Out 7/22/2024
August 8, 2024: Monarch Butterfly Day 8/12/2024
August 21: Senior Citizen Day 8/12/2024
September: National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 8/26/2024
September 17-23: Constitution Week 9/09/2024
September 2024: Hunger Action Month 9/09/2024
September 15-October 15: Latine Heritage Month 9/09/2024
September 21, 2024: 1944 Warsaw Uprising
US Airlift Day of Remembrance 9/09/2024
September 21, 2024: Columbia Heights Pride Day 9/09/2024
October 2024: Pedestrian Safety Month (Walktober) 9/23/2024
October 2024: Polish American Heritage Month 9/23/2024
October 14, 2024: Indigenous Peoples’ Day 10/14/2024
October: National Breast Cancer Awareness Month 10/14/2024
October: Domestic Violence Awareness Month 10/14/2024
November: National Homeless Youth Awareness Month 10/28/2024
November: National Homelessness Awareness Month 11/12/2024
November: National Native American Heritage Month,
National Native American Heritage Day 11/12/2024
November 11: Veterans Day 11/12/2024
November 25, Happy Holidays 11/25/2024
December 10, Universal Declaration of Human Rights 12/09/2024
December 20, 2024: Terchen Taksham Rinpoche Day 10/02/2024
2023
January Plant Milkweed Month 12/12/22
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Jan 16, MLK Day 1/09/23
February Black History Month 1/23/23
March Developmental Disability Month 2/27/23
March 8, International Women’s Day 2/27/23
Ramadan Month 3/27/23
April Earth Day 3/27/23
April 13, Kelli Bourgeois Day 4/10/23
April Library Week 4/24/23
April Arbor Day 4/24/23
April Fair Housing Month 4/24/23
April National Public Works Week 4/24/23
May Asian and Pacific Islander Month 4/24/23
May 28, Menstrual Hygiene Day 5/22/23
May Police Week 5/22/23
May Public Works Week 5/22/23
June Immigrant Heritage Month 5/22/23
June 2, Gun Violence Awareness 5/22/23
July 1, Somali American Day 6/26/23
July 1, Sister City Galdogob Somalia 6/26/23
International Day of Friendship 7/24/23
September Suicide Prevention 8/24/23
September Constitution Week 9/11/23
September Hispanic Heritage Month 9/11/23
September 23, CHC Pride Day 9/23/23 (not at a meeting)
October 9, Indigenous People Day 10/09/23
October Polish American Heritage 10/09/23
October Pedestrian Safety 10/23/23
November 11, Veterans Day 10/23/23
December 8, ICC Church Day (100th Ann) 11/27/23
2022
2022 Climate Awareness Year 1/24/22
Jan 27 Holocaust Day of Remembrance 1/24/22
January Health Care Month 1/24/22
February Black History Month 1/24/22
February 8, Dolores Strand Day 2/08/22
March Women’s History Month 2/28/22
April Library Week 3/28/22
April Arbor Day 4/25/22
April Earth Day 4/25/22
April Fair Housing Month 4/25/22
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April National Public Works Week 4/25/22
May Menstrual Hygiene Day 5/23/22
May Asian and Pacific Islander Month 5/23/22
May Police Week 5/23/22
July 26, ADA Day 7/25/22
August National Black Business Month 7/25/22
August Outstanding Business Commendation 7/25/22
August National Night Out 7/25/22
September Childhood Cancer Awareness 8/22/22
September Constitution Week 8/22/22
September Hispanic Heritage Month 9/26/22
September Library Card Sign Up Month 9/26/22
September National Recovery Month 9/26/22
October Domestic Violence Month 9/26/22
October Polish American Heritage Month 9/26/22
November Native American Heritage Month 10/24/22
November Todd Estrem Day 10/24/22
December 23, Asia Chow Mein Day 12/12/22
2021
Tibet Day Proclamation 3/10/21
Arbor Day Proclamation 4/26/21
National Library Week Proclamation 4/26/21
Native American Land Acknowledgement 5/10/21
Police Week Proclamation 5/10/21
Somali American Day Proclamation 7/01/21
CH Centennial Day Proclamation 7/12/21
Oromo Week Proclamation 7/26/21
National Night Out Proclamation 7/26/21
Mayors Monarch Pledge Month 9/13/21
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 9/13/21
Hispanic Heritage Month 9/13/21
Constitution Week Proclamation 9/13/21
Domestic Violence Month 9/27/21
Pride Day Proclamation 9/27/21
Polish American Heritage Month 9/27/21
Native American Heritage Month 11/22/21
2020
Mayoral Declaration re Covid-19 Emergency 3/20/20
Police Week Proclamation 5/11/20
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National Public Works Week Proclamation 5/23/20
Domestic Violence Month 9/28/20
Constitution Week Proclamation 9/14/20
Polish American Heritage Month 10/12/20
2019
Tibet Day Proclamation 2/25/19
Census 2020 Proclamation 3/25/19
Arbor Day Proclamation 4/8/19
National Library Week Proclamation 4/8/19
National Public Works Week Proclamation 5/13/19
Police Week Proclamation 5/13/19
Outstanding Citizen Proclamation 6/10/19
Orono Week Proclamation 08/03/19
National Night Out Proclamation 8/06/19
Domestic Violence Month 9/09/19
Constitution Week Proclamation 9/09/19
Polish American Heritage Month 10/14/19
2018
Youth Art Month Proclamation 3/26/18
Officer Terry Nightingale Proclamation 3/26/18
Arbor Day Proclamation 4/9/18
National Library Week Proclamation 4/9/18
Prayer Breakfast Proclamation 4/9/18
High School Basketball Team Proclamation 4/9/18
St. Matthew Community Theater Day Proc. 4/9/18
National Public Works Week 5/14/18
Outstanding Citizen Proclamation 6/11/18
National Night Out Proclamation 7/9/18
Constitution Week Proclamation 9/10/18
Medicare Education Week Proclamation 9/10/18
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proc. 9/24/18
Sister Cities Proclamation 10/8/18
Walt Fehst Retirement Proclamation 12/10/18
2017
Day of Action to End Domestic Violence Proc. 2/27/17
Tibet Day Proclamation 2/27/17
Library Week Proclamation 4/10/17
Arbor Day Proclamation 4/10/17
Prayer Breakfast Proclamation 4/10/17
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Public Works Week Proclamation 5/22/17
Max Richter Proclamation 5/22/17
Humanitarian of the Year Proclamation 6/12/17
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proc. 9/11/17
Constitution Week Proclamation 9/11/17
American Legion Day Proclamation 9/11/17
Proclamation for ME Global 100th Anniversary 10/9/17
Northeast Bank Proclamation 10/23/17
Dan Thompson Proclamation 12/11/17
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PROCLAMATION
Bike Month: May 2026
May is recognized nationally as Bike Month, a celebration that encourages people of all
ages and abilities to discover the joy, freedom, and connection that come from riding a
bicycle. In Columbia Heights, biking is more than a mode of transportation—it is a way for
neighbors to explore our community, strengthen wellness, protect our environment, and
build a safer, more accessible future for everyone.
Biking helps reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions while supporting physical and
mental health. It also strengthens our city’s commitment to sustainability, community
building, and equitable access to transportation. Families, students, workers, commuters,
and recreation-seekers all benefit from having bike-friendly routes and safe spaces to ride.
Columbia Heights continues to improve its streets and trails so people biking, walking,
rolling, and driving can all travel safely. We are grateful for the local partners, advocates,
volunteers, and city staff who work year-round to promote bike safety education, host
community rides, and support efforts that make biking easier and more welcoming for
everyone.
During May Bike Month, we honor those who lead the way in creating a more bike-friendly
Columbia Heights and encourage residents to take part—whether through group rides,
helmet fittings, safety workshops, or simply enjoying a ride around the neighborhood.
Every mile pedaled contributes to cleaner air, healthier bodies, and a stronger, more
connected CoHi.
Now, therefore, I, Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor of Columbia Heights, do hereby
proclaim May as Bike Month in the City of Columbia Heights. I encourage all residents to
celebrate the joy of biking, explore our community on two wheels, and support a safer,
greener, and more vibrant future for all.
In Columbia Heights, we celebrate culture, community, and connection. We honor the
diversity of our residents and the traditions they bring. Let this proclamation reflect our
ongoing commitment to belonging, equity, and shared joy in our city.
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Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor
May 11, 2026
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