Here’s the scoop! Catch up on a few important city updates, opportunities and ways you can help make a difference in our community. In this episode: 🏛️ 2027 City Budget – Learn when the City Council will review the proposed 2027 budget and how residents can participate. 🤝 Advisory Commissions – Applications are open for several city advisory commissions, including planning, parks and natural resources, economic development and more. Applications are due September 15. 🎓 Student Commissioners – High school sophomores and juniors can apply for select student commissioner positions. 💧 Protecting Our Waterways – Remember, only rain belongs down the drain! Learn how everyday items like paint, soap, pet waste, automotive fluids and grass clippings can pollute local lakes, wetlands and streams—and how native plants can help reduce stormwater runoff. 🌱 Want to add native plants to your yard? You can schedule a free visit through the Washington County Conservation District at mnwcd.org. Thanks for watching, and we’ll see you next time for more of The Scoop!