RNeighbors News – Page 41

RETHINK RAIL

January 6, 2011

Join us on Tuesday, Jan. 18 as we launch the name and brand of our high-speed passenger rail line that will link Rochester to the Twin Cities. The Southeast Minnesota Rail Alliance envisions a versatile transportation option, getting people where they want to go quickly, efficiently and safely. High-speed passenger rail service will serve the Rochester community and our state for multiple generations, and we are optimistic about its prospects. This event is great opportunity to show your support for high-speed…

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Community Cleanups for Water Quality!

January 5, 2011

Imagine Minnesota’s 10.000 lakes full of clean, clear, fresh water for our children and grandchildren to enjoy. Fish are plentiful, birds line the shores, and there is water for recreation, industry and growing food. This beautiful image is not just a dream, it’s the Freshwater Society’s plan, and you can be part of making that vision a reality. The idea behind Community Cleanups for Water Quality is deceptively simple and cost-effective: locally-led groups of volunteers, rake, sweep, bag and remove…

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Weekly Green Fact

January 4, 2011

As you know it has been quite cold outside and it is expensive to stay warm inside. So we will be providing tips on how you can stay warm, save money, and be “green.” Courtesy of the US EPA and The Green Book: Know the Facts – The average family spends $1,400 a year on energy bills, with nearly half of that spent on heating and cooling. Energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment, sized and installed correctly, with properly sealed ducts, can…

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Managing Snow and Protecting Our Water

December 21, 2010

Whether you are a homeowner or business owner, we all have to deal with snow and ice at some point. Winter maintenance activities can have a very detrimental effect on our waterways. The MN Pollution Control Agency has partnered with several others to create manuals, fact sheets, and videos on proper snow and ice removal. These informational materials cover a lot of topics in a simple and effective way. Please take the time to review the following document and see…

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Weekly Green Fact

December 21, 2010

Planning to cook a big holiday dinner? Well even if it is on the smaller scale here are a few tips to have a “green” delicious meal. Fruits and Vegetables: If you have the option, try to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables over those that are packaged or canned (includes frozen). During certain seasons the fresh choice will often cost less than your more processed option. The amount of energy saved from buying fresh fruits and veggies could light a…

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Weekly Green Fact

December 13, 2010

RNeighbors will begin to provide our neighbors with weekly green facts that are easy to accomplish in your daily life and increase your “greeness.” So without further ado here is the first weekly green fact: All that Christmas shopping leads to wonderful gifts – and lots of plastic bags! So what can you do with all those plastic bags – recycle them! Many local grocers (including Hy-Vee) provide consumers the opportunity to recycle unwanted clean and dry plastic bags. Accepted…

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Landlord Ordinance – Chapter 38

December 13, 2010

By RNeighbors Board President Bob Nowicki LANDLORD ORDINANCE (Rochester Code of Ordinances Chapter 38) After numerous complaints and evidence of abuse by just a few “landlords” the council recognized that the existing ordinances governing the issuance and renewal of rental certificates was lacking and moved to correct the matter. After several meetings with representatives of our local Multi-Housing Association, review of ordinance from other cities in Minnesota, and a few public hearings Chapter 38 of the Rochester Code of Ordinances…

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Snow Emergency Declaration for Downtown

December 10, 2010

City of Rochester, Public Works Department, Streets Division This is an Official Snow Emergency Declaration. Rochester City officials are declaring a Snow Emergency effective 12:00 am Tuesday December 14, 2010. The snowfall totals over the weekend have resulted in a many downtown city streets becoming increasingly narrow, the result of blowing snow and snow filled boulevards and numerous vehicles parked on downtown streets through the day and night. The Snow Emergency parking restriction applies ONLY to the Downtown Business District,…

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Salt Your Meals, Not Your Rivers and Lakes

December 10, 2010

As winter continues, do you need to restock your supply of snow and ice control products? Before you do, think about this: even one teaspoon of deicing salt in 5 gallons of water is toxic to aquatic life. This winter, consider the environment and go on a “low-salt diet” to protect our water. Every type of snow and ice control product can impact the environment in some way. When snow and ice melt, the residual products are washed off our…

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Recycle Your Non-working Holiday Lights

December 2, 2010

Now there’s a recycling option for that frustrating tangle of holiday lights that just won’t work. Olmsted County is partnering with the Recycling Association of Minnesota (RAM) and their Recycle Your Holidays™ program. Look for the green bins coming soon to 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 throughout the holiday season. Recycle Your Holidays™ is a Free, non-profit run, grass-roots program of…

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