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CIDNA E-NEWS
February 4, 2021
www.CIDNA.org
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The CIDNA Board hopes your winter is wonderful.
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February 10, 2021 CIDNA Board Meeting |
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Join us for our next board meeting:
Wednesday February 10, 2021
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Via Zoom
Click here for the agenda.
All CIDNA residents are invited to attend. To join us, just email info@cidna.org for the zoom meeting link.
Keep up on CIDNA projects and activities by reading the minutes of past meetings. They are printed every month in the Hill and Lake Press. You can also find them here, on our website.
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CIDNA is searching for a coordinator |
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CIDNA is looking for a coordinator. The person must be a self-starter, reliable, detail-oriented, and a team-player. The position involves administrative, financial and volunteer management. This is a part-time, hourly, contracted position.
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There's still time to share your opinions on
Mpls parks!
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The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) voted at its Jan. 6 meeting to extend the period for public comment on its draft Parks for All 10-year comprehensive plan to July 18, 2021.
Among other things, the MPBR is proposing an expansion in its mission beyond environment and recreation, a new vision for the Grand Rounds, and that considerations such as affordable housing, fiscal sustainability, and indigenous communities play a role in disposing of parklands.
CIDNA's priorities for the parks include maintenance, expanded tree canopy, improved water quality, and opportunities to enjoy natural areas and wildlife.
What are your park priorities?
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Lovely Luminaries, A Walk in the Woods |
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SATURDAY, February 13 5:30-7:30pm
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO PARK BOARD RESTRICITONS AROUND COVID.
To learn how to create your own ice luminary, check out the video to be posted on February 6th on the CIDNA Facebook page.
Stop by ARTrageous Adventures at 2121 West 21st Street on Saturday, February 6th from 10-2pm to pick up your own family luminary bag decorating kit to be used for for your own Valentine weekend celebration. Please be sure to share your luminary photos on the CIDNA Facebook page here.
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Take a Look at CIDNA (TLC) |
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Share your love for CIDNA - in pictures!
Submit your photos of our beautiful neighborhood on the CIDNA Facebook page. Let our February's theme, "Love is in the Air" inspire a photo of people you love, or something you love to do or a place you love in our neighborhood.
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CIDNA resident reappointed to
Tree Advisory Commission
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Mayor Jacob Frey has reappointed CIDNA resident Don Willeke to the Minneapolis Tree Advisory Commission. CIDNA and Council Member Lisa Goodman supported his reappointment.
Don is a tree hero, whose combination of knowledge, experience and sustained commitment to our tree canopy are virtually unmatched in this community. He has been honored nationally - and repeatedly - by American presidents of both parties for his work with trees.
"His expertise is needed more than ever in Minneapolis, as the city continues to lose trees as a result of development, disease, and tree disasters such as tornadoes," wrote CIDNA Chair Mary Pattock in a letter supporting Willeke's reappointment. In recent years, the canopy has been reduced to around 29 percent, far short of the stated goal of 40 percent. CIDNA lost hundreds of trees as a result of SWLRT construction; reforestation is a top CIDNA priority.
Increasing tree canopy is one of the most effective and cheapest ways of removing CO2 from the atmosphere. Trees also provide shade, pleasure and health benefits for citizens, and play an enormous role in reducing urban heat island effects.
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Remember to shovel sidewalks and around
your garbage carts.
When it snows, remember to shovel your sidewalk. It’s the law, and it’s the neighborly thing to do. Sidewalks are an important part of Minneapolis’ transportation system, and they should be open for everyone. That’s why Minneapolis ordinance requires property owners to clear sidewalks within 24 hours after a snowfall for houses and duplexes and four daytime hours for all other properties. Failure to shovel your walk could lead to the cost of crews shoveling it.
There may be resources for people who need help clearing their sidewalks. Call 311 for a list of resources that might be available.
Shovel a 36-inch-wide path from your garbage, recycling and organics carts to the street or alley.
City ordinances require this path be cleared for garbage, recycling and organics carts within 48 hours after the snow stops falling. If City crews have to shovel out the cart(s), a fee of $30 per cart will be added to your utility bill.
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Free COVID-19 Tests and Flu Shots
The City of Minneapolis is offering free COVID-19 tests and flu shots. All are welcome. You do not need insurance for the test. The flu shots are covered by insurance. If you have insurance, bring your insurance card for the flu shot. If you don’t have insurance, the flu shot is free.
COVID-19 Resources
Mental Health Support
Statewide Mask Mandate
Governor Tim Walz signed an executive order requiring Minnesotans to wear a face covering in indoor businesses and indoor public settings. The order went into effect on July 25. Read more.
Emergency Rental Assistance
Hennepin County offers emergency rental assistance for residents with low incomes who have been financially harmed by COVID-19. Residents can learn more and apply at hennepin.us/rent-help and find more information here: ERA Information.
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Cedar-Isles-Dean Neighborhood Association | 612-212-5508 | info@cidna.org | [CIDNA.org]
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