Education Articles
E-bike Enforcement Deephaven Has a Plan & Follows the Plan
On May 30, Deephaven Chief of Police Cory Johnson submitted a message to parents on NextDoor defining what makes an e-bike legal and informing them that their children under age 15 can’t legally operate them.
Tonka Bay Dirt Controversy: Rumors to Resolution
The Tonka Bay city council recently held meetings to summarize the nine-month process, take emotional testimony, questions and opinion from residents and finalize plans for the relocation of the Native American burial soil currently located at the Tonka Bay City Hall parking lot.
E-ZPass Text Scam
Scammers are sending text messages saying that you owe tolls to MnDOT or E-ZPass.
According to MnDOT, E-Z Pass will NEVER send notifications via text. Before you click on a link or send any money, contact E-ZPass or the jurisdiction in question.
E-bikes and E-motorcycles: A New Enforcement Challenge
Both enforcement actions and electric equipment have taken a step forward this e-bike/e-motorcycle season.
Three Rivers Park District enforcement vehicles were on the Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail the afternoon of Mar. 27, and had 4 bikes “corralled” for what appeared to be a serious discussion.
Deciphering the [Zoning] Code
You have received a notice of public hearing for a zoning issue in your city. Now what?
Do you feel like it is code for something about something? Wondering how it affects you?
Be Ready! Times Are Changing
With political and climate change, the likelihood of a disaster affecting our day-to-day lives increases.
Consider, within hours of this writing, Canada threatened to stop exporting electricity to Minnesota, Michigan and New York, potentially affecting millions of customers. Canada subsequently backed down-for now.
If there is a lesson to be learned from this near miss, it is that preparedness is important.
Interesting Times Mean Taking Action
In times of uncertainty, financial security is more important than ever.
Freezing your credit is a simple yet powerful way to protect from identity theft, unauthorized loans, and fraudulent activity.
AI Technology: A Tool in the Fight Against Distracted Driving on Hwy 7
There has been a lot of curiosity around the orange trailer-like structure parked along Hwy 7 in Shorewood.
In case you missed it, KSTP.com provides an explanation.
Tonka Bay Dirt: Curiosity Becomes Controversy
The land near Lake Minnetonka is home to many Indian burial sites. So, when 5000 yards of soil were removed for Tonka Bay infrastructure projects designated as burial grounds, the reaction was immediate.
Under the supervision of the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council (MIAC), tons of soil are now temporarily stored near Manitou Park and Tonka Bay City Hall.
A permanent relocation site proposed by MIAC and the city is meeting resident resistance.
