City eNews Update - December 17, 2021

2022 City Budget funds priorities, holds the line despite increased housing valuation

With the December 6, 2021 meeting in the books, Roseville City Council adopted the 2022 budget.
The $58.1 million budget is supported by $24.8 million in property tax revenues and is the result of a months-long process that started in April, 2021.

Even while meeting these priorities, the $58.1 million budget holds the line on spending and is a reduction from the 2022 total city budget. This reduction is due to the 2021 capital needs at the OVAL that aren’t replicated in 2022 and for the cost savings associated with moving IT Metro-INET functions to a separate entity in 2022.

The median valued home of $296,500 will see an increase of $5.38 per month in city property taxes – or $64.56 annual increase. The majority of this increase is due to the 5.7% increase in the median valuation of homes set by the Ramsey County Assessor.

Infograph to express how City tax dollars are used for City services.

art enthusiasts look at art on display at 2019 Arts@TheOval

Calling All Artists!

Registration is NOW OPEN for artists who wish to submit their work for the Arts@theOval juried art show, which will be held Saturday, March 26 at Guidant John Rose MN OVAL.

Applications are available online, and must be submitted by January 21, 2022.

Read More for event details and application process.

Roseville PD shops with kids for Christmas presents - December 8, 2021

For more than 15 years, Roseville police have taken part in the annual "Shop with a Cop" event that helps at-risk youth buy gifts for themselves and their families for the holidays. This program is made possible by the support of community members like you. Happy Holidays! Click to watch the video highlighting this special event.

Roseville Fire is continuing our one hour walk-in "Hands Only" CPR classes that are free and for anyone in the community wishing to learn this lifesaving skill. All classes are held at our Fire Station at 6:00 p.m. Call (651)792-7309 or email emily.nelson@cityofroseville.com Click for more information

Table indicates housing assistance levels based on family size.

Ramsey County is offering housing payment assistance

The Ramsey County Homeownership Preservation Program (RCHPP) assists homeowners at 80% area median income (AMI) or below in suburban Ramsey County (excluding the City of St. Paul) with past due housing payments due to COVID-19 related financial issues.

Eligible payments include mortgage, homeownership association (HOA) dues, water bills, homeowner’s insurance and property taxes. Expenses must have occurred after January 23, 2020.

Total amount awarded cannot exceed $35,000. Residents can call the Minnesota Homeownership Center for a pre-screening at 651-659-9336 or visit Ramsey County Homeownership Preservation Program - NeighborWorks Home Partners for more information and to apply.

CHOOSE ROSEVILLE: A CAMPAIGN TO SUPPORT LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS

Choose Roseville is an organization that helps promote businesses located within the City of Roseville. China Restaurant is located at 2811 Hamline Avenue North.

China Restaurant, classic Chinese cuisine, right in Roseville

As part of Roseville's "Choose Roseville" campaign, this week we highlight another great Roseville busines, run by husband and wife, Sing Wong and Yang Mei. China Restaurant opened in 2009-- the owners wanted to bring people together with their culture and spread their own take on Chinese flavors to the community.

They have long-time regulars who love their generous portions and the warm atmosphere. China Restaurant is open for dine-in now, and will soon offer delivery again.

'Tis the Season - Our Gift to YOUR Business!

‘Tis the season of giving and we are giving local small businesses of Roseville marketing and job posting support at NO COST as part of Grow Roseville’s efforts. Our goal is to help businesses get back on their feet and receive the help they need to increase their online presence. As a thriving and diverse community, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and minority-owned businesses are highly encouraged to take advantage of the Choose Roseville campaign.

And together we can make an IMPACT! Share this with your friends and family who own a small business in Roseville who can benefit from this free aid. We also encourage you to choose local and support the many small businesses we have featured in our newsletters. Gift your family and friends a local business product or service this holiday season.