The Chisago County Economic Development Authority is conducting a survey to determine why our residents are choosing to work outside of the county. With this information, we can determine the county residents’ occupational needs in order to encourage businesses to call Chisago County their home. Chisago County residents, your response to the survey is crucial to our county’s development. Deadline for survey is October 15th, 2019!

The North Branch Industrial Park is a great place for a new or expanding business to call home. Financing options and design  assistance is available.

New release regarding MnDOT’s I35 unbonded project and delay of work until next year. Due to the proximity of the work MnDOT wanted to point the suspension of work for the remainder of this year with traffic resuming to full capacity for the rest of Aug, Sept and October 219 with work on NB resuming next spring 2020 until early summer. Check the website for the updated schedule.

http://mndot.org/metro/projects/i35harris/index.html

Utility Installation and Detour

The contractor plans to begin the installation of watermain and sanitary within the Flink Avenue and 400th Street intersection during the week of August 12th. During this time, the intersection will be closed to traffic, and a detour will be posted to redirect traffic to alternate routes. The detour is anticipated to last for up to two weeks, weather permitting. Adjacent property owners and travelers should use care when driving in and near 400th construction activity, observe and follow posted detour and road closures.


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The North Branch Police Department is currently seeking applications for a full-time Police Officer.   Applicants must have successfully completed a certified two-year or four-year post-secondary law enforcement academic program and skills training course as required by the Minnesota Peace Officers Standards and Training Board.  Applicants must also be POST licensed or eligible to be licensed, must be a U.S. citizen, and must have a valid driver’s license.

For more information and how to apply, please visit http://www.ci.north-branch.mn.us/departments/police/employment.php

The completed application, personal resume, and a copy of your Peace Officer license/POST Board eligibility letter must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m. on August 23, 2019.

North Branch, Minnesota — North Circle Online Farmers Market is now accepting SNAP/EBT at Sprouted Branch in North Branch, one its 11 pickup locations.

North Circle, a program of Women’s Environmental Institute (WEI), allows area residents to order fresh produce, eggs, meat, and other products online from over 24 local farmers every week and pick up their orders at locations throughout East Central Minnesota.

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Attention North Branch Residents!!

HELP US HELP YOU

This is a friendly reminder to all the residents of North Branch. No individual or organization is allowed to sell door-to-door within the city limits without an approved Transient Merchant License issued by the City Of North Branch.

Please ask for proof of license by the City Of North Branch before accepting any offers and if they do not have it please ask them to either call City Hall to get an approved transient merchant license or please call and report of any such activity at City Hall at 651-674-8113.

Please try to gather as much information of the non-compliant individual or organization as possible such as their name, phone number, car license plate number or anything that might be helpful.

Have A Great Summer Everyone!!

Dr. Mark Thomas, Director of the Center for Addiction Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota, will speak to the North Branch Area Chamber of Commerce in June. Dr. Thomas is leading a team of researchers whose aim is to curb addiction where it starts-in the brain. He will discuss the unique research being conducted at the U, and the potential applications (and implications for our society if addiction could be cured). He will also discuss the reasons why Minnesota is the perfect place for this research to take place, as yet another example that the University of Minnesota brings tremendous value and pride to our community.

The event will take place at the North Branch American Legion (6439 Elm St, North Branch, MN 55056) on June 11 at 12:00pm.  Registration for the luncheon is recommended by calling 651-674-4077 or online by June 7: https://cca.northbranchchamber.com/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=MNNB&evtid=20328&class=B

Interstate 35 Road Resurfacing project in Chisago County.  I’m emailing today to provide nearby communities a project update and to also ask for your assistance on getting the word out about the 2019 construction.

An eight-mile section of I-35 between the City of Harris and the Chisago/Pine County line will undergo concrete pavement work beginning April 2019.  The project work will also include replacing cable median barriers, installing rumble strips and updating drainage and lighting.  The improvements will enhance safety, improve traffic flow and provide a smoother riding surface. I’ve attached an I-35 project fact sheet outlining the work for your convenience.

During the construction, I-35 will be restricted to a single lane of traffic in each direction with construction occurring in two stages (see attached fact sheet for anticipated schedule).

The Rush City interchange ramp access will be maintained in both directions with two exceptions.  In June 2019, crews anticipate a 2-4 week closure to reconstruct the southbound exit and entrance ramps.  Additionally, crews anticipate closing the northbound exit and entrance ramps for 2-4 weeks in September 2019 for reconstruction. Detour signage will be posted during the ramp closures. The project is expected to be complete by fall 2019, weather permitting.

Please encourage your employees and residents to stay up-to-date on specific closure dates and traffic impacts by signing up for email updates at the project website:  www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i35harris/index.html

If you have print or online newsletters and/or a utility bill mailing, please consider including information regarding this construction project.  If you need a short article, I’d be glad to assist.

Thank you for your cooperation and assistance during this much needed work. 

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Sincerely,
Denise
Denise Workcuff :: Metro Communications & Engagement ::

Minnesota Department of Transportation :: Phone-voice: 651.234.7502

Denise.Workcuff@state.mn.us

The North Branch Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Reserve Officer.  Police Reserve Officers are non-licensed and non-paid volunteers who are willing to provide volunteer hours at the North Branch Police Department on a regular basis.  This position provides for a great opportunity for those considering or currently pursuing a career in law enforcement and for those who are in other careers and wish to serve their community by volunteering.  For More information and how to apply, please click here.