Coon Rapids Council Member Kari Rehrauer

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08/25/2024

Acceptable Items Updates at the C**n Rapids Recycling Center
Coming Soon!
· Sharps Disposal will be available at the Recycling Center soon. Watch our sharps webpage for updates.

Other Updates
· Garden pots have been removed for the season.

· We will accept nursery pots only this fall for the a short time. Details to follow as we move closer to the fall season.

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Reuse Room Opens at the C**n Rapids Recycling Center 08/22/2024

Step Inside the Reuse Room in a Video!!

CTN recently visited our new Reuse Room at the Recycling Center to show residents how to use the room. Residents can take up to 5 items from the Reuse Room weekly. You must be 18 or older to take from the room. Recycling Center staff decide what items go into the room.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ir8-nD5D3FU
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Reuse Room Opens at the C**n Rapids Recycling Center A reuse room has opened at the C**n Rapids Recycling Center. The room contains items that Recycling Center staff have selected for residents to take free of ...

08/19/2024

Organics Park Drop Site Changes
In an effort to make Organics Recycling easier to access, we have begun putting organics collection bins in various parks. However, this is subject to change based on use of the bins and level of contamination with garbage being put into the organics bins.

· Al Flynn Park, 1351 100th Ln
Coming Soon! A new organics bin is being placed at Al Flynn Park starting in August.

· Sand Creek Athletic Complex,
1008 Northdale Blvd.
An organics recycling bin is located at southernmost end of park, near the 13th Avenue entrance.

· Wintercrest Park
Discontinued. The organics recycling bin at Wintercrest Park is discontinued due to high levels of trash contaminating the organics recycling.

Visit the Organics Recycling page for more information here: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/398/Organics-Recycling

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Outdoor skills and stewardship 08/19/2024

Minnesota DNR webinar focuses on North Shore fishing

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in wildlife and outdoor skills to check out the summer program schedule for the Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series.

In a webinar on Wednesday, Aug. 21, angling expert Jason Swingen will talk about fishing the North Shore of Lake Superior — including what’s needed to get started and tips for fishing for steelhead, pink salmon or coaster brook trout.

The Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series webinars are free and offered year-round, though registration is required. Visit the Outdoor Skills and Stewardship webpage of the Minnesota DNR website (mndnr.gov/discover) for the registration portal, more information about upcoming webinars and recordings of past webinars.

Credit: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | mndnr.gov

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08/17/2024

Odds and Ends Trailer Guidelines
Help us avoid contamination!
Only very specific materials can be accepted.

Please read all signs carefully and follow instructions exactly as described.

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

· Toothpaste tube bin: NO other tubes accepted. Similar style tubes containing other products CANNOT be put in the toothpaste bin. We ONLY accept toothpaste tubes.

· Sauce packet bin: NO candy wrappers, other small containers or small items of similar size or shape will be accepted. We ONLY accept sauce packets.

Why?
These programs are sponsored by private companies with very specific rules. How long programs last depend on how well the rules are followed!

We have already lost a few programs due to contaminated collection bins.

For these programs to remain, users MUST follow the exact instructions on the sign and not place any other items into the bins. Thank you!

Published by the City of C**n Rapids, Minnesota * Copyright 2023

Outdoor skills and stewardship 08/17/2024

Minnesota DNR webinar focuses on tree stand safety

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in wildlife and outdoor skills to check out the summer program schedule for the Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series.

In a webinar on Wednesday, Aug. 14, Kraig Kiger, Minnesota DNR shooting sports program administrator, and staff from the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association will discuss tree stand safety. They will cover what to do before deer season, during the season, and post-season to make sure your stand remains a safe place to hunt.

The Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series webinars are free and offered year-round, though registration is required. Visit the Outdoor Skills and Stewardship webpage of the Minnesota DNR website (mndnr.gov/discover) for the registration portal, more information about upcoming webinars and recordings of past webinars.

Credit: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | mndnr.gov

Outdoor skills and stewardship Outdoor skills stewardship series | MOSSS

08/15/2024

C**n Rapids Recycling Center
Parking Lot Update

You may have noticed a few things out of place, we are awaiting some repair work to the inner portion of our parking lot. Updated asphalt and striping will take place in the coming weeks. We thank you for your patience as we juggle schedules and rain.

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08/15/2024

MN Board of Water and Soil Resources
Featured Plant

Purple prairie clover is a hardy, mid-season native with delicate features, compact growth and vivid purple flowers that attract an abundance of native pollinators.

Learn more here:https://bwsr.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/2024-07/featured_plant_august_2024_purple_prairie_clover.pdf

Credit: MN Board of Water and Soil Resources

08/14/2024

121st Bike Lanes and Pedestrian Improvements!

As part of our grant for the Active Transportation Plan the City will soon re-stripe sections 121st Avenue to provide for a bike lanes and pedestrian crossing improvements near Sand Creek Elementary.

The location of all this work is 121st Avenue between Unity Street and Foley Blvd. The work to be performed is considered temporary in nature, and includes on-street bike lanes, painted bump outs and medians on 121st Avenue.

Long striping lines will be done over the next few weeks with the work focused at 121st Avenue and Olive Street to be done on August 28.

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08/14/2024

City Wins Two Awards!

City Wins Northern Lights Awards – “Rocky the Raccoon” won first place in the “Community Engagement” category. Staff entered materials that showcased how Rocky was designed, how the City has integrated the character into several projects, events and initiatives, and how the entire community engagement campaign has evolved around Rocky’s character which integrates with the City’s name. Some comments to the City from the judges include: 1) “I cannot imagine the time, effort, planning and forethought it took to execute this campaign.” 2) “Extra credit for pulling it all off on such a limited budget.” 3) “We really appreciate that you solicited feedback internally and externally during the development process to create Rocky.”

The City also won a second place award for the Popular Annual Financial Report. The Finance Department teamed up with Communications to develop this publication for the first time in 2023. The report showcases the City’s financial position in a simplified, easy-to-understand way, which is different from the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Some comments to the City from the judges include: 1) “This document was visually appealing – I loved your color palette, the appearance of your charts and use of iconography.” 2) I love the colors and layout. This works really well for a PAFR.” 3) “Kudos to the communications and marketing team for collaborating so effectively with the Finance Department to create a document that is easy to understand and follow.”

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08/04/2024

Guiding principles to benefit people and nature, co-created by Fresh Energy, Friends of the Mississippi River, and The Nature Conservancy!

Aviation accounts for nearly 10 percent of greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector in the United States, according to the U.S. EPA. With emissions from aircraft on the rise, federal and state governments are urgently seeking ways to reduce aviation industry emissions through low-carbon fuel pathways that can benefit communities, mitigate climate impacts, and drive business development.

To advance this work in Minnesota, Fresh Energy, Friends of the Mississippi River and The Nature Conservancy have released “Minnesota Sustainable Aviation Fuels Guiding Principles,” which provides a framework for the development, promotion, and use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) that achieve climate, clean energy, ecological, and social and environmental justice goals.

The wide-scale adoption of lower-carbon fuel in the hard-to-electrify aviation industry would:

Significantly cut greenhouse gases from the largest source of emissions in the state, the transportation sector.
Bolster Minnesota’s rural economies and provide additional revenue streams for farmers.
Improve water and air quality, resulting in significant benefits for people, the environment, and Minnesota climate goals.

Fresh Energy, Friends of the Mississippi River and The Nature Conservancy have released these Guiding Principles at a critical inflection point for SAF in Minnesota.

Industry leaders are putting significant resources toward the rapid development of low-carbon aviation fuel, aiming to decarbonize flights while planning for massive business development in the coming decades. Meanwhile, state and federal policymakers are exploring new rules to incentivize this energy transition and usher in a new, lower-emissions era of aviation.

See the Guiding Principles here:https://fresh-energy.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Minnesota-Sustainable-Aviation-Fuels-Guiding-Principles-FE-FMR-TNC-071724.pdf

Credit: By Fresh Energy | July 23, 2024

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Clean Heat Minnesota coalition releases study mapping Minnesota’s most feasible, cost-effective path to building decarbonization - Fresh Energy 08/04/2024

Clean Heat Minnesota coalition releases study mapping Minnesota’s most feasible, cost-effective path to building decarbonization!

In June 2024, the Clean Heat Minnesota coalition released a study that outlines the path for Minnesota to decarbonize its buildings in the most feasible, cost-effective, and equitable ways. The analysis, which was completed by Synapse Energy Economics, found that Minnesota is likely to affordably reach our goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 by aggressively adopting heat pumps and planning for a smooth transition.

Key Findings from the Minnesota Decarbonization Analysis:
• Costs are likely to be Lower if Minnesota Fully Electrifies Heat
• Aggressive Adoption of Heat Pumps is a Key, Immediate Strategy
• Partial Electrification Using RNG is likely to Lead To Higher Emissions
• Electrification Leads To Health Cost Savings
• Need For Utility Planning
• Costs and Reliability can be Managed through Key Strategies
• Electricity Demand will Increase Substantially, but the Increase is Manageable

Read more here: https://fresh-energy.org/clean-heat-minnesota-coalition-releases-study-mapping-minnesotas-most-feasible-cost-effective-path-to-building-decarbonization?sourceid=1273787&utm_campaign=powering_progress_july_2024&utm_medium=email&utm_source=email&emci=c3fcbb4f-da42-ef11-86c3-6045bdd9e096&emdi=45aaef0e-a84a-ef11-86c3-6045bdd9e096&ceid=14338272
Credit: By Fresh Energy | July 3, 2024

Clean Heat Minnesota coalition releases study mapping Minnesota’s most feasible, cost-effective path to building decarbonization - Fresh Energy In June 2024, the Clean Heat Minnesota coalition released a study that outlines the path for Minnesota to decarbonize its buildings in the most feasible, cost-effective, and equitable ways.

08/03/2024

New Businesses in C**n Rapids!

UrgentVet opened a new clinic at 12475 Riverdale Blvd.

DXL Big and Tall is a clothing store specializing in men's clothing. The retail store opened this year at 12761 Riverdale Boulevard, Suite #102.

Jellybean and Julia's BBQ, a local BBQ restaurant, opened at 2501 C**n Rapids Boulevard.

Kallstrom Automotive Services, an auto repair business, opened at 2061 C**n Rapids Boulevard this year.

Scenthound, a dog grooming business, is open at 12475 Riverdale Boulevard, Suite G.

Silverstar Car Wash is now open at 2085 Northdale Boulevard.

Stumpy's Hatchet House opened at 12760 Riverdale Boulevard this January. This business offers axe throwing as an activity, and includes a cafe, bar and party room.

Wing Stop opened at 12475 Riverdale Boulevard this winter. Wing Stop is a restaurant specializing in chicken wings.

Chi Maek Korean Fried Chicken is now open at 3450 124th Avenue.

Te'Amo opened at 3450 124th Avenue. Te'Amo is a cafe specializing in organic bubble tea and desserts.

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08/03/2024

I am thrilled to share that a C**n Rapids solar project is continuing to move forward!

The City’s preliminary application for a solar installation at the West Water Treatment Plant and Fire Station #3 was preliminarily approved by the State of MN earlier this month. The next step will be for the City to select a contractor for the project and to submit a final application in late September.

Additional information on this matter can be found here in the April Work Session memo here:
https://destinyhosted.com/agenda_publish.cfm?dsp=agm&seq=9041&rev=0&id=26667&form_type=AG_MEMO&beg_meetmth=1&beg_meetyr=2024&end_meetmth=7&end_meetyr=2024&mt=ALL&sstr=solar&dept=ALL&hartkeywords=&sortby=f.form_num,%20f.rev_num&fp=ADVSRCH&StartRow=1

08/02/2024

C**n Rapids Development News

IDC Automatic
City Council approved a 25,000 square foot addition to the IDC Automatic industrial building at 360 C**n Rapids Boulevard. IDC Automatic manufactures and installs residential, industrial, and custom garage doors, and is proposing to expand in order to consolidate their operations onto one site.

Club Car Wash
Club Car Wash will be moving into the car wash location at 2550 C**n Rapids Boulevard, formerly occupied by C**n Rapids Express Car.

Dreamers Child Care
Dreamers Child Care in Fridley is planning to open up a second, C**n Rapids location at the Twin Office Park building at 10026 University Avenue.

Published by the City of C**n Rapids, Minnesota * Copyright 2024

08/01/2024

Did you know that you can learn more about upcoming businesses and developments in C**n Rapids by watching City Council and Planning Commission meetings?

Well, you can!

All City Council and Planning Commission meetings are recorded and posted on CTN's Youtube, Facebook and webpage. They also create brief recaps of major points discussed in City Council meetings. This is a great resource for those interested in being the first to know about upcoming development in C**n Rapids.

Go here to find the latest recordings: https://www.youtube.com/CTN C**n Rapids
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07/31/2024

reMovie in the Park Rescheduled
Friday, Sept. 14 at 8:45 p.m.
C**n Rapids Soccer Complex, 1705 111th Ave.

Showing: Migration

The May Movie in the Park has been rescheduled for September with a new location! Come with your blankets or chairs and settle down to enjoy a free movie in the park. Concessions will be available for purchase starting at 7:45 p.m.

This event is sponsored by Twin Cities Eye Consultants and the C**n Rapids Community Strength Foundation.

Published by the City of C**n Rapids, Minnesota * Copyright 2024

Photo Credit: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1304/Movie-in-the-Park

07/30/2024

Summer Concert Series
Select Thursday Evenings at 7 p.m.
C**n Rapids Dam Regional Park, 9750 Egret Blvd.

Come out to the C**n Rapids Dam Regional Park this summer and enjoy free concerts at the pavilion! Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Anoka County Parks is a partner for this event and waives the park entrance fee for the evening.

Concessions available for purchase from 5:30-7 p.m. from the C**n Rapids North Star Lions and Boy Scout Troop #524. Come early if you want some snacks!

2024 Upcoming Concerts:

Thursday, Aug. 1
Jonah and the Whales (Pop, Rock and Country)

Thursday, Aug. 8
The Revolution 5 (Beatles Tribute)

Find band information on the webpage!

This event is sponsored by the C**n Rapids Community Strength Foundation.

Published by the City of C**n Rapids, Minnesota * Copyright 2024

Photo Credit: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1309/Summer-Concert-Series

07/28/2024

Odds and Ends Trailer Updates and Guidelines

Please only put the correct items into the Odds and Ends Trailer!

· The items recyclable in the Odds and Ends Trailer are very specific items that are sponsored by different programs or brands.

· For example, if the bin says sauce packets, then only put sauce packets in the bin. No candy wrappers or any other items allowed.

For these programs to remain, users MUST follow the exact instructions on the sign and not place any other items into the bins. Thank you!

Updates
· Lotions and makeup are no longer accepted in the Odds and Ends Trailer. The markets have closed.

New Accepted Items Coming Soon to the Trailer:

· Pet products: Non-recyclable pet accessories and pet care packaging for products used to groom, maintain, and wash pets.

· Any brand of pens, pencils, and/or markers.

· Any brand and size of flexible plastic-based candy and snack packaging and wrappers.

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Photo Credit: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/390/Recycling-Center

Sprinklers Help Save Sand Creek Park Building After Fire 07/28/2024

Close Call with a Fire at Sand Creek Park

You may have seen the story already on CTN or local news regarding a close call we had with a fire in a garbage bin next to the Sand Creek Park concession building.

This is a great example of how well fire sprinklers can work.

Check out the story here:
CTN Story: https://youtu.be/xx1TSETQvPk?si=kvh8y6yUW7u3HyEy.
WCCO story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMUhMxSdP9Y.

Sprinklers Help Save Sand Creek Park Building After Fire C**n Rapids Fire officials are crediting a sprinkler system for helping save the concessions building at Sand Creek Park after a fire broke out in a garbage ...

07/28/2024

Absentee Voting Underway
If you are unable to vote on Primary Election Day (Tuesday, Aug. 13), you can vote by absentee ballot.

Absentee voters can cast a ballot in person at C**n Rapids City Hall during regular business hours, which are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (there's also extended hours on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Monday, Aug. 12 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

Voters can also request an absentee ballot be mailed to them by going online to mnvotes.org. The absentee ballot will be mailed within two business days and contain voting instructions and a return envelope.

More information on absentee voting here: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1068/Absentee-Voting-Information

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Outdoor skills and stewardship 07/27/2024

Minnesota DNR webinars focus on micro fishing

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites people interested in wildlife and outdoor skills to check out the summer program schedule for the Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series.

In a webinar on Wednesday, July 29, Tony Long, DNR natural resource specialist, will discuss the challenge and fun of micro fishing. Long will provide tips on this growing sport, and how and where to catch little fish by hook and line.

The Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series webinars are free and offered year-round, though registration is required. Visit the Outdoor Skills and Stewardship webpage of the Minnesota DNR website (mndnr.gov/discover) for the registration portal, more information about upcoming webinars and recordings of past webinars.

Credit: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | mndnr.gov

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07/27/2024

C**n Rapids Farmers Market
Wednesdays from 3-6 p.m. June 19-Oct. 9
C**n Rapids Ice Center, 11000 Crooked Lake Blvd.

Stop by the market to shop local, fresh produce, homemade jams, breads, gifts and more! The market vendors and items vary throughout the season, so visit frequently!

Upcoming Farmers Market Events

· Aug. 21: Senior Day

· Sept. 18: Customer Appreciation Day

Find out more. here: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1308/Farmers-Market

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07/26/2024

Recycle Bulky Items with a New Discount on Pickup!

Take advantage of a new partnership with Certified Recycling. This curbside recycling service will pick up bulky items at your curb like an old mattress or box spring, furniture or appliance and haul it away.

There is a recycling fee but, for a limited time, the City will cover
the trip charge (a $40 value).

Call Certified Recycling to schedule a pickup time at 952-894-1448 and tell them you are calling about the C**n Rapids promotion.

Go to Certified Recycling's webpage to view pricing and find out more.

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07/26/2024

Published by the City of C**n Rapids, Minnesota * Copyright 2024Rec on the Spot
Come visit this fun and free program!

Rec on the Spot runs weekly through Aug. 15.

Rec on the Spot is a staffed, mobile recreation unit that will make scheduled stops at designated parks throughout the summer engaging youth ages 5-14 in fun activities. Sponsored by Moms on the Run and CharitAbleMN.

This is a drop-in program, no registration required.

View the schedule: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1259/Rec-on-the-Spot

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07/21/2024

Questions About Home Energy and Electrification?

Do you have questions on home energy upgrades, what tax credits and rebates are available, or where you should start? Drop in for Home Energy Office Hours, a free Zoom session where experts from the Clean Energy Resource Teams are available to answer your questions.

· Tuesday, August 6 at 5-6pm

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07/16/2024

Ni****ne dependence intensifies among Minnesota teens who v**e.

Minnesota students who use e-cigarettes, also called va**ng, are finding themselves increasingly trapped in ni****ne dependence, according to new data from the Minnesota Youth To***co Survey. About 7 in 10 students who v**e want to quit, and nearly two-thirds have tried to quit with some trying to quit 10 or more times.

Ni****ne dependence has implications for youth mental health. Youth and young adults can show signs of ni****ne dependence quickly. Increasing dependence on ni****ne leads to stronger withdrawal symptoms, which cause mood fluctuations and negative mood and can amplify or exacerbate stress, anxiety and symptoms of depression. Up until about age 25, ni****ne can negatively affect learning, attention and memory.

For Minnesota teens ages 13-17, there’s free and confidential help. My Life, My Quit is a program to support teens in quitting commercial to***co use, including va**ng. Teens can text “Start My Quit” to 36072 or visit My Life, My Quit online to chat with a quit coach, engage in coaching calls or online chat and receive youth-specific materials.

After the implementation of public health measures and va**ng restrictions, data shows youth va**ng has started to decline in Minnesota. In 2023, 13.9% or about 1 in 7 high school students reported having v**ed in the past 30 days, a significant decline from 19.3% in 2020. Many cities and counties have enacted policies to protect youth in their community. About 1 in 4 Minnesotans are now covered by a local ordinance that restricts or prohibits the sale of flavored commercial to***co products, including e-cigarettes.

Credit: MN Department of Health
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Media inquiries:
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MDH Communications

07/16/2024

July's Featured Plant: Red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa)

Red-berried elder is a shade-tolerant shrub native to most of Minnesota. The plant provides a food source for pollinators and birds and can host caterpillars of many moth species, including the white-lined sphinx, snowberry clearwing and cecropia.

Read More here:https://bwsr.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/2024-06/featured_plant_july_2024_red_berried_elder.pdf

Credit: MN Board of Water and Soil Resources

What’s up with time-of-use rates? - Fresh Energy 07/15/2024

What’s up with time-of-use rates?

How time-of-use rates save customers money and reduce emissions

As we transition toward a low-cost, clean electric grid, time-of-use (TOU) rates are becoming an essential tool for managing electricity consumption, reducing the use of fossil fuel generation, and optimizing grid efficiency.

But what exactly are TOU rates, and why are they so important?

In this post, we’ll lay out how TOU rates can be an effective tool in our toolkit for creating a low-cost, clean electricity future here in Minnesota. We’ll explain why TOU rates are helpful and needed, the TOU rate principles Fresh Energy advocates for to ensure they’re equitable and effective, as well as several examples of successful TOU programs that have already been implemented across the country. By the end, you’ll be well-versed in how time-of-use rates can help build a cleaner, more efficient electricity system!

What are time-of-use rates, and why are they important?
Time-of-use rates are a pricing structure where the cost of electricity varies depending on the time of day, day of the week, and/or season. Unlike traditional flat rates where electricity costs the same no matter when you use it, TOU rates more accurately reflect the actual cost of generating and delivering electricity at different times. During peak hours, when electricity demand is high and electricity is more expensive to produce, rates are higher. Conversely, during off-peak times when demand is low and low-cost, clean energy sources like wind and solar are more plentiful, rates are lower.

TOU rates are designed to incentivize customers to shift their electricity usage to off-peak periods, thereby reducing the overall demand during peak times. This shift has several benefits:

Efficiency and cost savings: By spreading out electricity use more evenly throughout the day, electric utilities can operate more efficiently, reducing the need for expensive and polluting peaker plants (like natural gas peaker plants) that are only used during high-demand periods and sit idle during off-peak times.
Environmental benefits: Encouraging the use of electricity to better match with when renewable resources are abundant reduces our reliance on polluting fossil fuels like natural gas and coal, which helps Minnesota reach its greenhouse gas emission reduction targets to be carbon-free by 2040.

Consumer control: TOU rates offer consumers more control over their electricity bills by allowing them to take advantage of lower rates during off-peak times and rewarding them for helping our electric system shift to low-cost, clean electricity.
Here in Minnesota, where wind and solar power are increasingly providing renewable energy, TOU rates help to align electricity consumption with periods when wind and solar are most available, further supporting the transition to a clean energy grid.

Read the rest of the article here:
https://fresh-energy.org/whats-up-with-time-of-use-rates?sourceid=1273786&utm_campaign=powering_progress_june_2024&utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&emci=1e8ee75c-8c29-ef11-86d2-6045bdd9e096&emdi=f3c298ca-1733-ef11-86d2-6045bdd9e096&ceid=14338272

Article Source: Fresh Energy
By Isak Kvam | June 25, 2024

What’s up with time-of-use rates? - Fresh Energy Time-of-use rates incentivize people to stagger their electricity use throughout the day to use more low-cost, clean electricity more often in exchange for lower electricity bills. Learn how TOU rates play an important part in Minnesota’s clean energy future!

07/13/2024

New Businesses in C**n Rapids

Jellybean and Julia's BBQ, a local BBQ restaurant, opened at 2501 C**n Rapids Boulevard.

Kallstrom Automotive Services, an auto repair business, opened at 2061 C**n Rapids Boulevard this year.

Scenthound, a dog grooming business, is open at 12475 Riverdale Boulevard, Suite G.

Silverstar Car Wash is now open at 2085 Northdale Boulevard.

Stumpy's Hatchet House opened at 12760 Riverdale Boulevard this January. This business offers axe throwing as an activity, and includes a cafe, bar and party room.

Wing Stop opened at 12475 Riverdale Boulevard this winter. Wing Stop is a restaurant specializing in chicken wings.

Chi Maek Korean Fried Chicken is now open at 3450 124th Avenue.

Te'Amo opened at 3450 124th Avenue. Te'Amo is a cafe specializing in organic bubble tea and desserts.

Nerdinout opened at 3050 C**n Rapids Boulevard. This business sells vintage and new comics, toys, video games and figurines.

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