WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP 1858 RAMSEY COUNTY MINNESOTA News&Views A bi-weekly section where readers will be informed on subjects of seasonal interest, upcoming events and other timely topics. in April orearly May, more sightings may occur around this time as they are hunting to feed their pups. The breeding season can also lead to more aggressive males who could view domestic dogs as competition. Things to remember if you are concerned about coyotes & have heard them in your neighborhood: or is not marked with a cosswalk, Be sure approaching vehides can see you make eye contact with or wave to the driver so you know they see you, wait until approaching vehicles have completely stopped & cross the road safely when appropriate. Walk on the side of the street so that traffic is coming at you & walk as dosse to the edge of the road as possible. Ifit is getting dark, make certain you have on bright reflective dothing. Using a flashing light or flashlight will help drivers see you. If you need to cross the street at a location other than a crosswalk or intersection, it is the pedestrian's responsibility to yield to all traffic & cross only when the street is clear. NEXT WEEK IS SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK - Are you ready for severe weather? Each year, Homeland Security & Emergency Management in collaboration with the National Weather Service sponsors Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota. The week is designed to refresh, remind & educate everyone about the seasonal threats . never feed a coyote or run from one from severe weather and how to avoid them. It's also a great time to make & practice your emergency plan & build or refresh your emergency preparedness kit. Outdoor warning sirens & NOAA alert radios will sound at 1:45 p.m. & 6:45 p.m. to allow businesses, schools & families chances to practice their severe weather sheltering plans. Statewide Tornado DrilI Day is Thursday, April 15. Outdoor warning sirens will sound in a simulated tornado warning. The first drillis intended for institutions & businesses. The evening drill isintended for second shift workers & familes. never leave small children or pets alone in a coyote habitat keep your yard free of fallen fruit, vegetables & pet food if you come in contact with a coyote that does not immediately run from people, harass it by: shaking a noise maker, such as a soda can with pennies make yourself larger by standing & waiving your ams shout in a deep aggressive voice throw rocks or sticks at the coyote NOW IS THE TIME TO APPLY CRABGRASS PREVENTER - This spring is about 2-5 weeks ahead of normal based on daily temperatures & growing degree day accumulation. We just entered the window to apply crabgrass URBAN COYOTES - The coyote is Minnesota's most abundant large wild predator, & an extremely adaptable wildife species that can survive well in an urban environment. Coyotes are not nocturnal & will be active anytime, day or night. Since coyotes mate in late winter & give birth PEDESTRIAN SAFETY - With the days beginning to get warmer & being home bound, we will find ourselves drawn to the many trails, parks, & just the outdoors in general. Take your safety into your own hands. Know that: herbicides to lawns in the 7-county Twin Cities metro area. Pedestrians are given the right away when crossing at an intersection that is This optimum application window could end around April prevention products. Now is the time to apply pre-emergent Find us on Facebook Visit www.whitebeartownship.org or call 651.747.2750 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110 WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP 1858 RAMSEY COUNTY MINNESOTA News&Views A bi-weekly section where readers will be informed on subjects of seasonal interest, upcoming events and other timely topics. in April orearly May, more sightings may occur around this time as they are hunting to feed their pups. The breeding season can also lead to more aggressive males who could view domestic dogs as competition. Things to remember if you are concerned about coyotes & have heard them in your neighborhood: or is not marked with a cosswalk, Be sure approaching vehides can see you make eye contact with or wave to the driver so you know they see you, wait until approaching vehicles have completely stopped & cross the road safely when appropriate. Walk on the side of the street so that traffic is coming at you & walk as dosse to the edge of the road as possible. Ifit is getting dark, make certain you have on bright reflective dothing. Using a flashing light or flashlight will help drivers see you. If you need to cross the street at a location other than a crosswalk or intersection, it is the pedestrian's responsibility to yield to all traffic & cross only when the street is clear. NEXT WEEK IS SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK - Are you ready for severe weather? Each year, Homeland Security & Emergency Management in collaboration with the National Weather Service sponsors Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota. The week is designed to refresh, remind & educate everyone about the seasonal threats . never feed a coyote or run from one from severe weather and how to avoid them. It's also a great time to make & practice your emergency plan & build or refresh your emergency preparedness kit. Outdoor warning sirens & NOAA alert radios will sound at 1:45 p.m. & 6:45 p.m. to allow businesses, schools & families chances to practice their severe weather sheltering plans. Statewide Tornado DrilI Day is Thursday, April 15. Outdoor warning sirens will sound in a simulated tornado warning. The first drillis intended for institutions & businesses. The evening drill isintended for second shift workers & familes. never leave small children or pets alone in a coyote habitat keep your yard free of fallen fruit, vegetables & pet food if you come in contact with a coyote that does not immediately run from people, harass it by: shaking a noise maker, such as a soda can with pennies make yourself larger by standing & waiving your ams shout in a deep aggressive voice throw rocks or sticks at the coyote NOW IS THE TIME TO APPLY CRABGRASS PREVENTER - This spring is about 2-5 weeks ahead of normal based on daily temperatures & growing degree day accumulation. We just entered the window to apply crabgrass URBAN COYOTES - The coyote is Minnesota's most abundant large wild predator, & an extremely adaptable wildife species that can survive well in an urban environment. Coyotes are not nocturnal & will be active anytime, day or night. Since coyotes mate in late winter & give birth PEDESTRIAN SAFETY - With the days beginning to get warmer & being home bound, we will find ourselves drawn to the many trails, parks, & just the outdoors in general. Take your safety into your own hands. Know that: herbicides to lawns in the 7-county Twin Cities metro area. Pedestrians are given the right away when crossing at an intersection that is This optimum application window could end around April prevention products. Now is the time to apply pre-emergent Find us on Facebook Visit www.whitebeartownship.org or call 651.747.2750 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110