For updates on exact dates for hydrant flushing, visit the city website or call City Hall at 763-784-5898.
Circle Pines
City News
Hydrant Flushing
Early June
Hydrant flushing is scheduled to begin the first week of June. This is an annual maintenance measure to remove sediment from the water lines.
Leaf and Yard
Waste Pick Up
Saturday, May 6
Please have your compostable leaf and yard waste bags at the curb by 6 a.m. for pick up.
Tree waste will not be accepted during this pick-up. Yard Waste Carts will not be emptied on this day.
Expect some water discoloration during this period and take precautions when doing laundry.
2022 Water Report
The City of Circle Pines 2022 Water Report is available online at https://bit.ly/3U6BjT3 as well as on the city website. If you would like a paper copy, please call city hall at 763-784-5898.
City Hall will be
closed
Memorial Day
Monday, May 29
Garbage & Recycling pick up for the week of Memorial Day Holiday will be on Saturday, June 3.
www.ci.circle-pines.mn.us May 2023
City Hall
200 Civic Heights Circle Circle Pines, MN 55014
763-784-5898
TDD:763-231-2617
www.ci.circle-pines.mn.us cityhall@ci.circle-pines.mn.us
Non-Emergency
Police:763-784-2501
Fire:651-792-7900 In an emergency, please call 911.
City Officials
Mayor
Dave Bartholomay dbartholomay@ci.circle-pines.mn.us 763-780-1785
Councilmembers
Matt Percy mpercy@ci.circle-pines.mn.us 763-784-2062
Dean Goldberg dgoldberg@ci.circle-pines.mn.us 763-234-1180
Steve McChesney smcchesney@ci.circle-pines.mn.us 651-604-7678
Nici Dorner ndorner@ci.circle-pines.mn.us 651-329-5192
City Administrator
Patrick Antonen pantonen@ci.circle-pines.mn.us 763-784-5898
May Public Meetings City Council 05/09 & 05/23 7 p.m. Park Board 05/02, 6:00 p.m.
Utilities Commission 05/17, 5 p.m.
Planning Commission 05/15, 7 p.m.
You can also view the latest Council meeting at any time on the internet on the City Website at www.ci.circle-pines.mn.us. Click on City Council meeting video on demand.
Additional Recycling Opportunity
Saturday, May 13, 2023 8 a.m.-Noon Recycle Technologies (previously Green Lights)
1525-99th Lane NE, Blaine
Accepted for Free: Laptops, Tablets, Cell Phones and Scrap Metal, Holiday Lights, Extension Cords and Cables ($7 charge if computer or laptop has a hard drive in it)
Accepted for a Fee:
Fluorescent Bulbs and CFLs ($.50-.95) H.I.D. Lamps ($2.50)
DVD, VCRs, Radios, Speakers, etc. ($6)
Residential Inkjet Printer ($10), All-In-One Printer ($35), Residential Laser Printer ($35)
TVs and Monitors ($20-50)
Console TV’s and Rear Projection TV’s ($85)
Scanners & Fax Machines ($10)
Appliances ($12-30)
Mattresses & Boxsprings ($20) King Size ($25)
Tires ($7-11.25)
Treadmill ($40) Non Electric Exercise Equipment ($25)
For additional pricing, please call Recycling Technologies at 763-785-0456
***Larger items may require more than 1 coupon item for free.***
When visiting Recycling technologies please Remain in youR vehicle to accomplish social distancing.
A Photo ID will be required. Please enter at 99th Ln NE. Exit at Davenport St NE. Cash or Checks are acceptable payment types. If you would like to recycle four free items, be sure to bring the coupon.
cp Recycle 4 items for Free ($55 Maximum)
Coupon valid only on May 13, 2023
8 a.m.-Noon Recycling Technologies
Sprinkling Restrictions begins June 1
As part of the city’s water conservation efforts, the city has adopted an ordinance that regulates daytime sprinkling of lawns June 1 through August 31. The watering hours were chosen because typical weather conditions are such that significant portions of water placed on lawns during the time of 10 a.m.-7 p.m. evaporate and are not effective in watering the lawn.
If you have an address that ends in an even number, you are able to water your lawn on even numbered days before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m.
If you have an address that ends in an odd number, you are able to water your lawn on odd numbered days before 10 a .m. and after 7 p.m.
Seasonal Park
Maintenance Worker Opening
The City of Circle Pines is currently looking for a seasonal park employee that can work May through October. The individual will perform various types of manual labor, groundskeeping, operate light equipment, such as lawn mowers, and work on various projects in the park system. Position pays $17/hr. Work hours are Monday-Friday 6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Please fill out a city application on the city website to be considered for the position.
Did you know that over half of all car seats are installed or being used incorrectly?
Centennial Fire has resources available to make sure yours isn’t one of them.
Top Tips about Car Seat Safety
1. Buying the right car seat. Your baby needs to ride in a rear-facing car seat as long as possible until 2 or more years. When your child has outgrown that seat, you are ready for a forward-facing car seat.
2. Installing your car seat. You’ll need to decide on using either the seat belt or lower anchors to secure your car seat. Both are safe, but don’t use them both at the same time. Once your child is forward facing, it is important to use the tether with the seat belt or lower anchors.
3. Getting the right fit. A properly-fitted harness gives the best possible protection for your child.
4. When to change your car seat. Look on the car seat label to make sure your child is still within the weight, height and age limits for that seat.
With any other questions or to have your seat checked by one of our experts, contact our Fire and Life Safety Educator to arrange a free consultation.
aaron.olson@centennialfire.org – (651) 792 -7903
Library News
Centennial Branch
No one appreciates May and the spring weather more than us here in Minnesota. The library will be busy this month “behind-the scenes” as we’re getting ready with summer, but we’re still here to enjoy the season with our community. Here is information about the library this month:
Current hours:
Centennial’s hours of operation are:
Monday: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Tuesday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Thursday: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
Storytimes
There are no storytimes during the month of May. Storytimes will resume the week of June 5 and run through July 29. Please check back for registration information.
Adults
Centennial Bookclub for Adults. There is no bookclub this month. Join them again in June.
Everyone
The library will be closed Thursday, May 18 for our annual Staff Development Day.
The library will also be closed Saturday, May 27 through Monday, May 29 for Memorial Day weekend.
Anoka County Household Hazardous Waste Facility
April - October
Wednesday 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Thursday, Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November - March
Wednesday 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Closed holidays.
3230 101st Ave NE
Blaine, MN 763-324-3400
AnokaCountyMN.
gov/HHW
There is no charge to use the facility. Accepted: flourescent bulbs, household cleaners, mercury thermometers, household batteries, automotive products (antifreeze, motor oil, oil filters), pesticides, fertilizer, insect killer, paint, sharps (place in puncture resistant container).
Provide drivers license or ID for proof of residency. Waste from businesses, organizations and schools is not accepted.
Golden Lake Activities
Find these offerings and more through Centennial Community Education, isd12. org/community-education, or call us, 763-792-6100.
Golden Lake Gallop (family/ all ages)
Saturday, August 12, 8:30 a.m., join us for the 31st annual Golden Lake Gallop fun run with a variety of race activities for all ages. Proceeds help support the Centennial High School Track & Field program. Preregistration is preferred.
Music Together (newborn-PreK with adult)
June 28 and 29, new sessions of this 8-week music and movement program begin for ages newborn and up with their parent or caregiver. Times are varied. Preregistration is required.
Golden Lake Park Play Days
YMCA and the city of Circle Pines are offering children ages 4–12 the opportunity to come and play at Golden Lake Park. There will be a variety of crafts, games and activities. Participating children will split into two age groups; ages 4–7 and ages 8–12.
Session one: June 12–July 13
Session two: July 17–August 17
Cost per child per session $120.
Hours 1–4 p.m. (M, T, W and TH).
Be sure to check out the YMCA summer programs on the YMCA website at www.ymcatwincities.org or for more information, call 651-795-9622.
Vibrant Minds: Chess/Cribbage (adult)
June 5, 10:30-12 p.m., this 4-day class is for adults who want to learn and play chess and cribbage. Preregistration is required.
Fishing (entering gr. 4-9)
July 10, 9 a.m.-noon, this 4-day class teaches you the basics of fishing and safety in addition to learning about the local fish where you live. Preregistration is required.
Scan the code to register for activities at Golden Lake Park!
Or visit us online, isd12. org/community-education, or call our main line, 763-792-6100.
Music on the Lake-It’s Golden (family/all ages)
Enjoy summer nights with free concerts at Golden Lake Park co-sponsored by Centennial Community Education and City of Circle Pines
June 22, 6-7 p.m. Family DJ Dance Party with DJ Brett of Special Works DJ.
July 13, 7-8:30 p.m. The Revolution 5, Minnesota’s Premier Beatles tribute band
August 3, 7-8:30 p.m. Java Soul Band, an 8-piece variety band
Fire Regulations for the City of Circle Pines
√ The fire can be no larger than three (3) feet in diameter measured from the inside of the fire ring.
√ The fire ring should be completely surrounded by noncombustible and non-smoke or odor-producing material either of natural rock, cement, brick, tile, blocks or ferrous metal only.
√ Use only clean, dry wood and do not burn leaves.
√ The fire ring must be depressed below ground, on the ground or on a raised bed.
√ The height of the fire should be no more than three (3) feet.
√ The fire cannot be within twenty-five (25) feet of any structure.
√ The fire should produce little detectable smoke, soot or odor beyond the property line.
√ The fire must be extinguished completely when it is done being used and a device for doing so should be at the fire scene such as an extinguisher, sand or a hose.
Please remember to be courteous of your neighbors when enjoying your recreational fire and to follow all burning bans.
√ Fires can only burn between 4 p.m. -1 a.m.