Residents are reminded that Municipal Code requires all residents have their septic systems pumped once every two years. In September, reminder letters will be sent to those residents who have NOT had their septic systems pumped. All licensed septic pumpers report to the City when they service Lake Elmo septic systems. The Washington County Sheriff's Office personnel recently completed an investigation that led to the arrest of an individual responsible for many thefts from vehicles parked at the DNR access to Lake Jane and Lake DeMontreville. The individual was linked to other thefts from vehicles in the County.
Deputies strongly urge residents to lock their vehicles and keep their valuables out of sight.
June 26, the Sheriff's Office Team played a softball game with the Cimarron Youth Team. Much as in past years, the WCSO team was unable to come away with a win. The Cimarron Youth scored nearly 20 runs in the first inning of the game, defeating the WCSO team 33-10. Although it was a tough loss for the WCSO, they look forward to the re-match, which is scheduled for August. Deputies Support Torch Run for Special Olympics Several Washington County Sheriff's Deputies, which included Lake Elmo's Contract Deputy Keith Anderson, participated in a 9-mile run from Blaine to Columbia Heights, to help raise funds that support awareness for the Special Olympics.