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  Coon Rapids Embraces Beekeeping: City Council Approves Residential Beekeeping Ordinance In a landmark decision, the Coon Rapids City Council has embraced residential beekeeping by unanimously adopting an ordinance on November 21. This pivotal move comes after a comprehensive process initiated in November 2019 and a successful two-year pilot program conducted in 2022. The ordinance, modeled after recommendations from the Minnesota Hobby Beekeepers Association, lays out crucial regulations to govern on-site colonies, hive locations, and other essential aspects of beekeeping within residential areas. Pilot Program Success:  The city's foray into beekeeping began in 2022 with a two-year pilot program, showcasing positive outcomes. Two residents maintained hives on city property without encountering any issues, demonstrating the feasibility and harmony of integrating beekeeping into residential areas. Key Ordinance Regulations:  The approved ordinance draws from the Minnesot...