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The Scoop - June part 2
Here's the Scoop! 💧Water quality report 🌾Lawn watering policy 🏡Home water audit 🎆Fourth of July Hometown Celebration Video created by South Washington County Telecommunications Commission - SWCTC

The Scoop - June
Here's the Scoop! 🎆 Fourth of July Hometown Celebration 📩 Election Judges Needed 💧 Water Treatment Plant and Pipelines Project Open House ☕ Coffee, Cookies & Conversation Video created by South Washington County Telecommunications Commission - SWCTC

Juneteenth Trail Walk
Check out the educational Juneteenth Trail Walk now through June 25! Historical facts about the holiday are posted along the trail that winds around the pond behind Woodbury City Hall, 8301 Valley Creek Road. Parking is available at City Hall, and you can access the trail just west of the main entrance. Follow the trail to the south to read the facts in chronological order. Enjoy a walk around one of Woodbury's beautiful trails while learning more about Juneteenth. More information is available at woodburymn.gov/Juneteenth

Women Leaders of Woodbury: Angela Gorall
Woodbury High School Senior Eva Voss interviews Deputy City Administrator Angela Gorall about leadership, career advice, education, and more! We are so grateful to have so many inspiring women leaders with the City of Woodbury.

Saturday, June 1 is #NationalTrailsDay! Take a look at the off road bike trail at Carver Lake Park throughout the seasons. Be sure to celebrate National Trails Day by exploring any of our 185+ miles of beautiful trails here in Woodbury!

Mr. Richard Story
Enjoy the heartwarming story of the friendship of a Public Works employee and a 3-year-old resident. It is special connections, like these, that bond our Woodbury community together.

Julia Miller’s Story
Julia Miller, originally from Albania, moved to the United States in 2006 before settling in Woodbury in 2009. Seeking to immerse herself in her new community, Julia joined the Woodbury Community Academy, delving into the city's history and gaining insights into public works and safety operations. Her passion for cultural exchange led her to join the Public Safety Multicultural Advisory Committee, where she provides valuable immigrant perspectives. This committee, composed of dedicated citizens, advises the public safety department, fostering greater understanding of diverse communities. Julia's civic engagement extends to her role on the Economic Development Commission. Her message emphasizes the importance of connecting with neighbors and the transformative power of proactive engagement and relationship-building. Video by swctc.org

Creating Community Connectedness in Woodbury – Julia Miller’s Story
Some midweek joy for you! Learn the story of Julia Miller, a Woodbury resident who moved to the United States in 2006 and to Woodbury in 2009. Seeking to immerse herself in her new community, Julia signed up for the Woodbury Community Foundation’s Community Academy, delving into the city's history and operations, and learning about other ways to get involved. She went on to serve on the City of Woodbury’s Economic Development Commission and joined the Public Safety Multicultural Advisory Committee, where she provides valuable perspectives. This committee, composed of dedicated community members, advises the Public Safety department, furthering a greater understanding of diverse communities. Julia recently brought the U.S. Ambassador to Kosovo to the City of Woodbury for a visit to highlight for him the work the city is doing to engage residents from diverse perspectives and fostering a welcoming and inclusive community. Her message emphasizes the importance of connecting with neighbors and the transformative power of proactive engagement and relationship-building. Video by swctc.org

Water Treatment Plant and Pipelines Project Open House
Want to learn more about Woodbury's new Water Treatment Plant and Pipelines project? Join us for an open house on Wednesday, May 22 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Woodbury City Hall. Learn about site and building layout, schedule, and traffic impacts. The project begins fall of 2024. For more information about this project visit our website woodburymn.gov/WaterTreatment

Happy Star Wars Day! 🌟 Did you see Obi-Wan Cleanobi out this year? This truck hasn't mastered using the Force yet, so it's using giant sweepers to keep dirt, leaves and grass out of local streams, lakes and wetlands! 🌎

Spring Youth Police Academy is right around the corner! Woodbury's Youth Police Academy is a free program designed to educate students in grades 6-8 about the police department and its day-to-day operations. It's a fun and active introduction to the world of law enforcement! Youth Police Academy takes place Thursdays, April 25 through May 23 from 4-6 p.m. at the HERO Center, 10125 85th Street S, in Cottage Grove. Dinner will be provided at each session and participants will receive a Youth Police Academy sweatshirt. Learn more and sign up at woodburymn.gov/YouthPoliceAcademy

The residential Smart Irrigation Controller Program is now open for the 2024 season! 💦 Through the program, smart controllers are available to Woodbury residents at a discounted price of $35 (retail value of $230). They are EPA-certified to save your home at least 20% of your outdoor water use - and studies conducted by the University of Minnesota have shown these controllers save an average of 49% of outdoor water use for homes in Woodbury! 😮 Learn more and purchase your discounted controller at woodburymn.gov/SmartIrrigation!

Seasons of a Mechanic
Meet Eric, a heavy equipment technician in our Public Works Department! 🔧 Eric walks us through what a year in his life looks like maintaining our heavy vehicles to help maintain our standards and improve efficiency!

With renovation on the horizon, we want to prepare the community for the upcoming construction closure at Central Park! 🏗 Central Park will be open through regular business hours on Sunday, March 31. Beginning April 1, the public will not have access to the entire park area, including the access points through the park to the YMCA and Stonecrest Senior Living walkways. Washington County's R.H. Stafford Library is expected to remain open throughout the duration of the project. Beginning April 1, guests will use a new temporary door on the northwest side of the building to enter the library. Additionally, access to the YMCA will remain available throughout the project's duration. Please be aware that parking may be affected during the project. Mayor Anne Burt has more to say on the project in her latest edition of Council Perspective!

The Scoop: March 2024
This month, Ashley has The Scoop! This month's stories include: ⚽Recreation registration 🙌Community EXPO 🆕Miracle League day camp 👋Hiring fairs 📄Shredding events 🔥Smoke detectors Video created by South Washington County Telecommunications Commission - SWCTC!

Summer registration starts THIS WEEK!! 🙌 Register for your favorite recreation programs online beginning this Wednesday, March 13. Walk-in and phone registration begins Friday, March 15.

Construction is expected to begin at Central Park in April! 🏗 Take a look back at the building over the years as we prepare for renovations! Central Park will be open through regular business hours on Sunday, March 31. While the RH Stafford Library and YMCA will remain open throughout the duration of the project, the main park area will not be accessible during construction. Library guests will use a new temporary door to be located on the northwest side of the building to enter the library. Please be aware that parking may be affected during the project. The full facility is anticipated to reopen in fall 2025. We appreciate your patience during construction as we work to enhance this wonderful community asset!

Congrats on your Retirement, K9 Ruby!
Please join Woodbury, MN Police Fire EMS in celebrating K9 Ruby as she prepares for her last patrol shift this Sunday, Dec. 31, before retirement! K9 Ruby has served alongside Officer James Stoffel since 2020 and is crossed-trained in patrol work and narcotic detection. Her claim to fame is being Woodbury’s first female K9. A heartful thanks to the Woodbury Police K9 Fund for their original donation of K9 Ruby and their continued support of our K9 program. We can celebrate our K9s' successes because of your generosity! And a big thank you to K9 Ruby for your service to your partners, the department and our city. We wish you the very best in your retirement adventure! 🐾🏅

Woodbury Holiday Light Show
Have you seen the holiday lights display on Glacier Road? Meet Mike, the man behind the musical light show! Do you have a cool lights display set up at your house? Drop your address in the comments below to share with others 👇🏽