City of Norwood Young America

05/30/2026

The pool is open! Today is the opening day of Das Pool Haus (formerly West Carver Community Pool)! We have an amazing lifeguard crew this year! Stop by to check out the renovation of the new pool house! Open Swimming this entire next week with the first session of lessons starting June 8th. Want to sign up for swimming lessons? Stop by the pool house or download the registration form online at www.cityofnya.com.

05/26/2026

PSA: Flagging on Highway 212 near the Carver County Public Works building in Cologne this Thursday, May 28 between 9am-3pm

🚧 Watch for flaggers this week!

On Thursday, May 28, intermittent flagging will occur along Highway 212 near the Carver County public works drive. Work is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visit the project page for details: carvercountymn.gov/Hwy212ProjectBenton See less

05/21/2026

PSA: City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, May 26th.

The NYA Compost Site and the NYA Recycle Center will be closed on Saturday, May 23rd. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, May 27th.

05/20/2026

PSA: Carver County Public Works will be starting the mill and overlay of County Rd 34 through the north side of town the week of May 25th. Please do not park on the street.

Highway Resurfacing Work Underway in Norwood Young America and Cologne Carver County, Minnesota sent this bulletin at 05/20/2026 11:35 AM CDT Carver County Public Works Update Highway Resurfacing Work Underway in Norwood Young America and Cologne Resurfacing projects began this week on the annual Hi...

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

Help shape services for older adults in Minnesota!

The 2026 Minnesota Comprehensive Aging Survey is now open for Minnesotans age 60 and older. This statewide survey helps the Minnesota Department of Human Services and Minnesota Board on Aging better understand the needs and experiences of older adults across the state. Survey responses will help guide future programs, services, and community support resources.

The survey is optional, confidential, and takes about 20 minutes to complete. Responses will not be connected to your name or affect any services you receive.

Take the survey online at: vtlr.us/cas26, or scan the QR code.

To request a phone or paper survey, or if you have questions, call 833-508-6398 or email [email protected].

05/18/2026

Road construction season is underway across Carver County. Residents can stay informed on current and upcoming highway improvement projects, road closures, detours, and construction updates by visiting Carver County Public Works’ project page below.

View projects here: https://www.carvercountymn.gov/departments/public-works/highway-and-improvement-projects

Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time in construction areas, and drive safely through work zones.

Construction and project information is provided by Carver County Public Works

05/13/2026

An update from the Minnesota Department of Transportation: A Virtual Presentation about the Highway 212 Project is now available.

A virtual presentation describing the Hwy 212 J-turn safety project in Norwood Young America and Young America Township is now available at https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy212nya/meetings.html

The virtual presentation includes recent project updates, as well as information presented at a March 19 public meeting.

Earlier this month, crews reduced Hwy 212 to one lane in each direction of Hwy 212 between Hwy 5/Hwy 25/Co. Rd. 131 in Young America Township and Hwy 5/Hwy 25/Reform St. in Norwood Young America through fall 2026. The lane reduction is part of the Hwy 212 J-turn safety project.

Workers began construction at the Wells Ave. and West Railroad St. intersections, where access to and from Hwy 212 is restricted to right-in, right-out traffic for up to six weeks.

All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather and schedule permitting and subject to change.

Your patience is appreciated while these improvements are made. Plan ahead by checking 511, and give yourself additional time to reach your destination.

Please drive with care in work zones:
• Slow down when approaching every work zone, then navigate with care and caution.
• Stay alert; work zones constantly change.
• Watch for workers and slow-moving equipment.
• Obey posted speed limits. The fine for a violation in a work zone is $300.
• Minimize distractions behind the wheel.
• Be patient; expect delays, especially during peak travel times.

More about this project:
Workers will also install cable median barriers. The J-turns will help reduce “T-bone” crashes and the cable median barriers will help reduce cross-median crashes. The project is anticipated to be complete in fall 2026.
For more information, visit the project webpage. If you have questions about the project, please contact the project team.

Project Webpage: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy212nya

More about J-Turns:
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/jturn

More about Cable Median Barriers:
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/trafficeng/reports/cmbarrier.html

Contact the Project Team:
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy212nya/contacts.html

05/12/2026

Beginning the week of May 18, City Hall office hours will be updated to better support daily operations and staff scheduling while continuing to serve our residents efficiently.

New City Hall Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Residents are encouraged to plan visits and City business during these hours. For added convenience, the secure utility payment drop box is available 24/7.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to continuing to provide responsive and reliable service to our community!