SEPTEMBER 2014
Cottage Grove Reports Fire Department Receives AED Donation
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Fire Chief Rick Redenius at 2013 Open House
Fire Department Open House Scheduled for October 11
In July, the Cottage Grove Fire Department received a donation of two Philips FRx automatic electronic defibrillators (AEDs) from the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. The donation was part of the Mdewakanton LIFE program whose purpose is to create greater awareness of CPR and AEDs, as well as a faster first response to a cardiac incidence in neighboring communities. The new Philips AEDs will be used by the police and fire departments in cardiac emergencies.
From leŌ: Mdewakanton Director of Public Safety Greg Hayes, CoƩage Grove Deputy Fire Chief Wesley Halverson, Fire Chief Rick Redenius and Mdewakanton Assistant Director of Public Safety Eric Zimmerman
New Traffic Signal at 70th Street and Meadow Grass During September and October, construction will take place at the intersection of 70th Street and Meadow Grass Avenue. Turn lanes and a traffic signal will be added to the intersection.
70th Street will remain open through the intersection, along with the paved trail along the north side of 70th Street.
The traffic signal is expected to be operational on Oct. 17, with final completion Meadow Grass Avenue will be closed to both of the project by the end of October. vehicle and pedestrian traffic during the turn For updates on this and other projects, visit lane construction phase of the project. The the City’s website, click on “City Projects” in closure will take effect at 7 a.m. on Sept. 5 the Quick Links on the home page. and is anticipated to continue through Sept. 30, weather dependent.
Cottage Grove Named One of Minnesota’s Safest Cities
The Fire Department will host an open house on Saturday, Oct. 11 is Oct. 6 to 12. Stop by Fire Station 2, 8641 80th Street S. between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to watch kitchen fire demos, try using a fire hose on the sprinkler house, and more familyfriendly fun activities. Fire trucks, ambulances and other equipment will be on display. Walking tacos and beverages will be available for sale. Fire Department staff will also visit all Cottage Grove second-grade classrooms that week to talk about fire prevention.
Cottage Grove has been named one of the top 21 safest cities in Minnesota by Safe Choice Security. The listings compared crime statistics (both property and violent crimes) of more than 300 cities in Minnesota. Cottage Grove was rated number 17. The article stated that the police and other departments do an impressive job of keeping the city’s crime rate low. Read the entire article at http://www.safechoicesecurity.com/ blog/safest-cities-minnesota/
Fall Hydrant Flushing to Begin in September Fall flushing will begin the week of Sept. 8, weather permitting. Hydrant flushing is done to ensure proper operation and to get rid of accumulated mineral deposits. Water discoloration may occur when the main is
being flushed. Run your home faucets for 10 minutes to clear the water. Flushing is done in zones beginning with zone one. Check the map on the City’s website for the flushing schedule. Call 651-458-2808 with questions.
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