December 2011 – RNeighbors

Raingardens 101: Why Retain the Rain?

December 31, 2011

City of Rochester Announces Free Raingarden Class Is minimizing pollution of local waterways important to you? Are you looking for a way to draw more birds and butterflies to your yard? Do you want to spend less time mowing your lawn? Join us to learn how retaining the rain can make all the difference! This class will cover the basics of raingarden functions, the benefits of long rooted and native plants, and the importance of managing storm water on site….

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Alternate Side Parking Pilot Program Update

December 24, 2011

The Alternate Side Winter Parking Pilot Program will not be enacted this year. Kutzky Park, Eastside Pioneers and Slatterly Park have opted-out of the pilot program. Discussions during the pilot program raised questions about the current parking restrictions in these neighborhoods. These neighborhoods are being given the opportunity to review the location and effectiveness of existing parking restrictions in their neighborhood. All existing signs in the City of Rochester will be replaced with more reflective signs by the year 2018….

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Wishing You a Colorful and Happy Holidays

December 20, 2011

This holiday season we’re thankful for each of you who have contributed in big and small, seen and unseen ways to RNeighbors in 2011. It was a positive year for Rochester neighborhoods. With your help over 7,995 neighborhood volunteer hours were logged in 2011; this amazing number does not even include all of the work our neighborhood leaders have done. When multiplied by $21.36 (the estimated value of volunteer time by the National Independent Sector), this year’s volunteer work equals…

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Citizen Representative on ROCOG Policy Board

December 15, 2011

The Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments (ROCOG ) is inviting Olmsted County residents to apply for an opening on the ROCOG Policy Board as a Citizen Representative. Range Transportation Plan and meeting other state and federal planning requirements associated with transportation projects (highways, transit, bikeways, etc.) in the Olmsted County/Rochester area.There are 2 Citizen Reps on the Board with one current opening, with the other 14 members comprised of local elected officials. The Policy Board generally meets 6 times annually. The…

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Rochester-Alert

December 14, 2011

Rochester-Alert is part of the local emergency management ongoing commitment to provide Rochester and Olmsted County residents, visitors, and employees with up-to-date information on evolving emergencies and disasters. Each one of us can handle disasters better if we know what is going on. Allow local emergency management to help you decide the best actions to take. When disaster strikes, warnings and information will be sent out by different methods (e.g. email, cell phones) to those who sign up for Rochester-Alert….

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2011 RNeighbors Community Update

December 10, 2011

Ever wonder what RNeighbors does during the year? Our 2011 RNeighbors Community Update is an encapsulated look at the year, and the tools we provided for neighborhoods. Of course it is impossible to include every project and community partner but each has a value to Rochester neighborhoods and we’re appreciative for. It is through teamwork from community support and volunteers that we’re able to brighten up Rochester neighborhoods. We thank you. 2011 RNeighbors Community Update

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Salt Your Meals, Not Your Rivers and Lakes

December 9, 2011

Don’t let the warm temperatures fool you – snow and ice are definitely coming and we need to consider how we will keep our sidewalks and driveways safe. Before you rush out to stock up on snow and ice control products, please consider a “low-salt diet” for the sake of the environment. Just one teaspoon of deicing salt in 5 gallons of water is toxic to aquatic life! What many people don’t realize is that when snow and ice melt,…

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RAW Winter Workshop – Thursday, February 16, 2012

Thursday, February 16, 2012 Rochester International Event Center 7333 Airport View Rd. SW • Rochester, MN 55902 Airport exit on Highway 63 South Featuring Don Blair Arborist, Author, Lecturer John Ball Professor of Forestry ISA Certification 7.5 CEUs Registration Registration is $95/person. Use a copy of this registration form and mail to register now or go online at our website (which is open for online registration with PayPal payment). To ensure the quality of the workshop, space is limited. Mail…

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Recycle Your Holiday Lights

December 6, 2011

There’s a recycling option for that frustrating tangle of holiday lights that just won’t work. You can recycle them! Olmsted County is partnering with the Recycling Association of Minnesota and their Recycle Your Holidays™ program. Look for the green bins in the lobbies of the 2117 and 2122 Campus Buildings and the Government Center Rotunda. You are encouraged to drop off your old, broken holiday lights through January 31, 2012. Recycle Your Holidays™ is a free, non-profit run, grass-roots program…

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Electrical Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP)

December 5, 2011

Electricity is a serious and widespread hazard to the arborist. Electricity causes about 30 percent of the fatalities in the tree care industry, making it the leading cause of worker fatality. Furthermore, almost all arborists in the field have at least some exposure to this hazard. Join us on the day following the Winter 2012 Rochester Arborist Workshop, for Electrical Hazard Awareness Program (EHAP). This workshop certification helps you fulfill OSHA safety requirements for working near utility lines. Friday, February 17…

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