Good morning Lake Elmo! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
How a 7.9% tax hike could reshape Lake Elmo parks and roads
Also on today's calendar: Christ UMC Fall Community Market October 3rd and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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Thursday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 67 and low of 41 degrees.
Friday: Sunshine mixing with clouds, temps: high: 62, low: 47.
Saturday: An afternoon shower or two, with a high of 68 and low of 47 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Washington County Proposes 7.9% Tax Levy Increase For 2027 (woodburynewsnet.org) — Washington County is proposing a 7.9% property tax levy increase for 2027, which would raise taxes about $60 on a median‑valued home and help fund core services. For Lake Elmo residents, the plan includes $6 million in park projects such as the Lake Elmo Park Reserve single‑track trail, plus major investments in roads, libraries, and county facilities that shape daily life.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Chad took the time to talk me through different flooring options to help me figure out what best met my needs. He installed new carpet in two of my bedrooms and the staircase. The quality work and product is exceptional. Impressively he and his wife were able… (Nextdoor Lake Elmo)
Hwy 36 and Lake Elmo Avenue Improvement Project Update: Work continues to move forward on the Highway 36 and Lake Elmo Avenue improvement project, with construction underway on several major components. … (Nextdoor Fields and Tamarack Farms)
Burger King - Dhanani Group, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member 6530 in Lake Elmo. Apply here.
Olive Garden Italian Kitchen posted a job opening for Prep Cook in Lake Elmo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lake Elmo here.
🗞 Nearby News
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St. Paul
MN Test Scores Released: These High Schools Saw The Biggest Gains In Math (patch.com)
MN Test Scores Released: These High Schools Saw The Biggest Drops In Math (patch.com)
Ok Lake Elmo! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!