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DATES TO REMEMBER:
Tuesday, January 24
Planning Commission
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 31
Council Workshop
1:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 7
City Council
7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, February 14
Parks/Recreation Commission
6:30 p.m.
Monday, February 20
City Offices Closed for the
Holiday
Attachments:
Just the Facts -Police Dept.
Mendota Heights City Hall
1101 Victoria Curve
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(651) 452.1850
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City of Mendota Heights Weekly Update
Dave Dreelan Named New Fire Chief
Fire Chief John Maczko announced his retirement after 31 years as Chief for Mendo-
ta Heights. He served a total of 39 years on the department. His resignation will
become effective on February 28, 2017. Thank you for your service, Chief Maczko.
At the January 17th Council meeting, the Council appointed Dave Dreelan as the
new Fire Chief, effective March 1, 2017. Mr. Dreelan has been a member of the
MHFD for more than 26 years, and has served in all officer capacities of the Depart-
ment (except Chief) during that time. He is also the full-time Deputy Chief for the
City of Plymouth's Fire Department. Congratulations Dave!
Frosty Fun Festival
Saturday, Jan. 28
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Dodge Nature Center, Farm Entrance 3, 1701 Charlton St. , West St. Paul-
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The Frosty Fun Festival at the Dodge Nature Center will only be here for a day, so don't miss your
chance to make friends with Old Man Winter. The festival features your favorite winter activities, like
sledding and snowshoeing, as well as wacky games like ice bowling and ice mini -golf. Enjoy hot drinks
and food around the bonfire. Cost: $5 per person $20 per family. Call 651.455.4531 for more info.
Ice Rinks
Due to the warm weather, the City's ice rinks will be closed until further notice.
Call the Ice Rink hotline at 651.255.1174 for more information.
1st Annual Garold `Jerry' Murphy Community Service Award
Nominations Open Through Jan 31, 2017
The City of Mendota Heights is proud to announce the 1st Annual Garold M. "Jerry" Murphy Commu-
nity Service Award. Jerry started his volunteer service to the community in 1967 when he assisted at
a neighbor's house fire. From that day on, Jerry made himself available to the police department on
a moment's notice. He generously gave his time to community, church and family, and always did so
with a smile, a kind word and a story.
Please take the time to think about those people in your life who selflessly volunteer their time to
make our community a better place. Consider nominating someone who volunteers, has a can -do
spirit, is a good role model, exudes compassion, has a positive attitude, is well respected.
Nomination forms are available on the City's website or at City Hall and are due by January 31, 2017.
The recipient will be recognized at the April 18, 2017 City Council meeting.
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JANUARY 20 2017
CHIEF
Kelly McCarthy
SERGEANTS
Eric Petersen
Tanner Spicer
Peyton Fleming
POLICE OFFICERS
John Larrive
Todd Rosse
Jeff VonFeldt
Denise Urmann
Michael Shepard
Nick Gorgos
Robin Nelson
Steve Hilyar
Philip McCarty
Weston Raberge
Frank LaNasa
INVESTIGATIONS
Chad Willson
SCHOOL RESOURCE
OFFICER
Jennifer Fordham
COMMUNITY SERVICE
OFFICER
Eric Hagelee
SUPPORT STAFF
Kim Henning
Trista Miller
Shayna Hoechst
Becky Pentel
RESERVES
Randy Pentel
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
Jon Clayton
Dan lverson
CHAPLAINS
Butch Millett
John Snider
Alberto Vargas
Lynn Liberman
Sue Plucker
Joel Detlefsen
Lenny Andrie
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CENEiz F RVIa Please don't forget
MISSING EXPLOITED
CHILDREN' about our missing
In Minnesota alone, there are 40 cases of missing children dating back to 1971.
It is crucial that we work diligently to ensure these children are returned safely to
their homes. The children who have been missing for years are not any less
important and NCMEC is always working to locate these children.
These children may not affect you directly, but it is all of our responsibility to be an
upstanding citizen, be aware of who our missing children are and to keep them in
the back of your mind while going about your day. It could be you that helps bring
a child home.
Please visit the National Center For Missing & Exploited Children website for more
information. MHPD also posts our missing in the PD lobby.
What to do if your child is missing:
IMMEDIATELY call your local law enforcement agency.
After you have reported your child missing to law enforcement, call the National Center
for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST(1-800-843-5678).
If your child is missing from home, search through:
• Closets.
• Piles of laundry.
• In and under beds.
• Inside large appliances.
• Vehicles — including trunks.
• Anywhere else that a child may crawl or hide.
Notify the store manager or security office if your child cannot be found when in a
store. Then IMMEDIATELY call your local law enforcement agency. Many stores
have an Adam Code plan of action in place.
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When you call law enforcement:
Provide law enforcement with your child's name, date of birth, height, weight and
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■ when you noticed your child was missing and what clothing he or she was wearing.
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Request law enforcement authorities immediately enter your child's name and identify- 1
ing information into the FBI's National Crime Information Center Missing Person File.
24—Hour'. HOTLINE
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`1 -800 -THE -LOST (1-800-843-5678) 24 -hours a day, 7 days a week.
If you think you have seen a missing child, contact the
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SUSPICIOUS/OFP — 1XXX Dodd Rd FRIDAY, 1/13, 0946 HOURS
Officers responded to address where RP stated the father of a student said the child is to only be
released to him; however, the school had paperwork that said otherwise. The father had left and
was later served the OFP.
WARRANT — 7XX Creek Ave
FRIDAY, 1/13, 1050 HOURS
Officers assisted DCDTF with a warrant. DTF agents collected evidence and photographed the
home. Two adults were present at the time. Any potential charges will come from DCDTF.
HARASSMENT — 1XXX Hwy 13 FRIDAY, 1/13, 1052 HOURS
Victim was being harassed by ex-boyfriend through several means of communication. Victim
stated she has tried to sever contact with him since last fall with no success. Officer made contact
with the subject and advised him to make no further contact with the victim or criminal charges
would be pursued.
THEFT— 9XX Hwy 13
FRIDAY, 1/13, 1554 HOURS
Officer responded to the 900 block of Hwy 13 on a gas theft report. Employee stated the suspect
pre -paid approximately $4.00 in change for fuel and then left without paying the remaining $20.13.
Due to the fact that the store accepted partial payment in the transaction, the incident is deemed a
civil matter.
THEFT— 9XX Sibley Memorial Hwy FRIDAY, 1/13, 1618 HOURS
Victim was informed by staff that his vehicle had been rummaged through. A guest noticed an
unknown male wandering through the underground garage. When victim looked through his
vehicle, he discovered that a checkbook and a pair of sunglasses were missing. Staff was able to
gather surveillance images of the suspect. Under investigation.
FRAUD— 2XXX Pilot Knob Rd FRIDAY, 1/13, 1651 HOURS
Officer was dispatched to address on a fraud report. Victim stated he had his identity used to
create an account with a business for use of services. The breach source is believed to be a social
media site. Pending further investigation.
THEFT— 5XX Fremont St FRIDAY, 1/13, 1717 HOURS
Victim had several packages stolen from his front porch while he was away from home. Amazon
delivered the packages at 1150 hours and when he returned home at 1330 hours, the packages
were gone. No suspect information.
THEFT— 5XX Fremont St FRIDAY, 1/13, 1717 HOURS
Employee reported a gas drive off at location. Employee was able to gather suspect vehicle
information. The Mercury Mountaineer involved in the incident came back as a stolen vehicle out
of Minneapolis. State Patrol was notified the direction the vehicle headed.
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DWI — Hwy 110/35E MONDAY, 1/16, 0011 HOURS
Officer observed vehicle speeding on Hwy 110 and 35E. After conducting a traffic stop, an odor of
alcoholic beverage was detected inside the vehicle occupied by the driver. The driver also had
bloodshot watery eyes. Officer conducted a field sobriety test and driver was placed under arrest
for DWI. Transported to Dakota County Jail.
THEFT — 9XX Hwy 13 MONDAY, 1/16, 0046 HOURS
Officer responded to a theft of fuel report. The suspect pumped fuel and then left without paying.
License plate given matched that of the vehicle. A letter was sent to the registered owner.
THEFT — 1XXX Mendota Heights Rd MONDAY, 1/16, 1215 HOURS
Officer responded to a gas station on a theft report. The suspect paid for her fuel but according to
a third party, she also failed to pay for her Hostess Ho Hos® that she stuffed into her purse. The
registered owner does not match that of the suspects. Case inactive.
DAR — Hwy 13/Acacia Dr TUESDAY, 1/17, 0806 HOURS
While on routine patrol, officer ran a vehicle plate and it came back as a revoked status. Officer
conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the owner who admitted to having no insurance.
Due to the driver's history of failing to respond to four or more traffic related offenses, the vehicle
was towed and the driver was cited for DAR.
THEFT — 1XXX Lakeview Ave TUESDAY, 1/17, 1019 HOURS
Resident came to PD to report a theft from property. Resident advised that he keeps several
vehicles on his property that are used for storage. He noticed that an air compressor as well as a
snow blower was taken from one of the unlocked vehicles. No suspects.
BURGLARY — 6XX Kirchner Ave TUESDAY, 1/17, 1819 HOURS
Officer responded to residence on a burglary report. Homeowner advised when he went into his
garage to go to work, he noticed his car had been rummaged through and several items were
missing. He mentioned that the suspect must have gained access through the unlocked garage
door. Officer advised him to always keep his doors locked.
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2016 MN
Traffic
Fatality
Statistics
397
2016 MN
Pedestrian
Fatality
Statistics
60
2017 MN
Traffic
Fatalities
To Date
14
If the stat is more
than 0, it is too high.
PLEASE be aware of
your surroundings.
Please send us your positive
feedback on our staff to:
pdrecords@
mendota-heights.com
Your feedback is greatly appreciated and
helps boost the morale of our staff.'
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Calls for Service
Citations
Warnings
Police Reports
Response Time Average
1/13- 1/19
157
24
11
32
5.72
2017 YTD
463
73
420
76
5.33
Check out the MH Crime Map!
Click below to search your neighborhood:
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1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Take ft to THE BOX
If you are a Mendota Heights resident and you are
going out of town or on vacation, you can notify
MHPD of your outing and we will be more than happy to
keep a watchful eye on your home while you are away.
The House Check Request online form is available on
our website; you can complete a form found in our
lobby, or simply give us a call and we'll help you out.
MHPD offers monthly Car Seat Safety Checks.
To schedule an appointment, call 651.452.1366 or email
jennyf@mendota-heights.com to contact Officer Jennifer
Fordham.
MHPD has a Medication Disposal Box in the lobby of the
PD where Dakota County residents can safely and
anonymously dispose of their prescription drugs and
over-the-counter medication.
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