Issue 50 - Heights Highlights Winter 2000PAGE 1 February, 2000 ISSUE 50
MENDOTA HEIGHTS TOWN CENTER
AWARDED $150,000 GRANT
In December 1999, the Mendota Heights City Council learned that
the Metropolitan Council had awarded a $150,000 Demonstration
Account grant to the City for further planning and pre -development
activities for the Mendota Heights Town Center. The Demonstration
Account Grants are part of the Metropolitan Council's Livable Com-
munities Accounts and are awarded on a competitive basis. The
Mendota Heights Town Center plan was awarded because it scored
high on the Metropolitan Council's standards for mixed-use devel-
opments that are designed as an integrated "village community"
providing retail, service, office and life-style housing choices around
pedestrian -oriented spaces.
This grant will pro-
vide the necessary fi-
nancial means for fur -
review and work on
concept plan. Addi-
tional work would in-
clude developing plans
for public infrastructure
improvements, the de-
velopment of design
guidelines and controls
for the development
overall master plan,
market feasibility stud-
ies and further refine-
ments to the Concept
Plan.
In 1999, City Council
held a series of work-
shops to explore con-
cept plans and investi-
gate land use options for
the site that link desir-
able retail, service, of-
fice and residential uses with the greater Mendota Heights commu-
nity, while preserving and complimenting the existing residential
neighborhoods in the immediate vicinity. The City has conducted
traffic studies, performed site survey work including tree inventories
and wetlands identification, and performed site appraisal work. In
November, the City hosted a series of public workshops to seek
community input on the proposed Concept Plan. This input generated
h discussion, comments and suggestions that the City will use to
.ne the Concept Plan.
The existing Mendota Heights Town Center concept plan focuses
on the Freeway Road redevelopment site in the northeast quadrant of
the Dodd Road and T.H. 110 intersection. The Mendota Heights
Town Center concept plan envisions the redevelopment of this site
into a mixed use, pedestrian friendly village, centered around a town
square and a residentially lined "village green." Retail and offices
are concentrated around the town square and along the new, curving
South Freeway Road. Retail uses would include neighborhood scaled
services subject to a market feasibility study. Suggested retail uses
include a coffeehouse, bakery, deli, pharmacy, bank, dry cleaners,
restaurant, florist, art gallery, and other compatible uses. Senior
housing overlooks the proposed pond, with sidewalks to the nearby
town square for convenient shopping.
The tree lined "village green" connects the residential neighbor-
hoods to the town square, the trail head, and arbor, while offering a
wide range of life-style
housing, including town
homes, condominium
flats, and a very popular
new hybrid housing
choice: "hoffices,"
which are town homes
designed with in-home
offices. The arbor is de-
signed as a public gath-
ering space and will
serve as a trail head, site
for community events,
and possible farmer's
market.
The proposed twenty-
three acre Mendota
Heights Town Center is
designed to become a
civic gathering place for
the citizens of Mendota
Heights and will include
interpretive elements de-
scribing the geology,
history, and development of this area. Additionally, the Town Center
will be an important trailhead for hikers and cyclists, linking new
on-site trails to the surrounding trial system with connections to the
Mississippi River and the Big Rivers Regional Trail.
The Mendota Heights City Council adopted a one-year moratorium
on planning applications and building permits within the twenty-
three acre redevelopment site in order to provide the City time to
finish its planning and pre -development work unencumbered with
potential competing development proposals. The City will soon be
identifying those areas of the plan that need further planning refine-
ments, based on the input received from the community. Plans are
available for review at City Hall and the City will be making
announcements about future meetings on the Town Center.
View of Town Square
PAGE 2 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES February, 2000
City Council Adopts Airport Noise
Plan of Action
On December 21, 1999, the Mendota Heights City Council accepted the 2000 Airport Noise
Plan of Action. As a blueprint for action, the Airport Noise Plan of Action identifies and
prioritizes important focus issues that the City must address. The plan then identifies specific
goals and action steps for each focus issue. The City's Airport Relations Commission
developed the updated Plan of Action and presented it to the City Council after reviewing last
year's efforts and identifying new issues for the coming year.
The issues identified as high priority for the coming year are the Part 150 Study Update,
accelerated conversion to manufactured Stage III aircraft, MSP International's Long Term
Comprehensive Plan and the on-going expansion of MSP International. The equity of the
current Runway Use System is the City's primary focus for our representatives serving on
the Metropolitan Aircraft Sound Abatement Council (MASAC), where the Part 150 Study
Update is being completed. Other Part 150 Study Update issues are noise abatement departure
procedures, corridor definition and refinement, and nighttime restriction on aircraft opera-
tions.
The Mendota Heights Airport Relations Commission is a seven member advisory panel that
provides recommendations to City Council on airport and airport noise related matters. Their
analysis and review of airport noise issues provides direction to the City's representatives
who are involved at all levels of participation at the Metropolitan Airports Commission and
MASAC.
Over the last year, the Mendota Heights Airport Relations Commission has requested and
reviewed two six-month studies by the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) on the
Non -Simultaneous Departure Procedures. The Non -Simultaneous Departure Procedures are
designed to keep aircraft in the center of the corridor, away from residential neighborhoods.
The Airport Relations Commission's monitoring of this operational procedure has led to
increased compliance by the flight control personnel in the Control Tower, to the benefit of
Mendota Heights' residents. The Commission also recommended that MAC install a Ground
Run -Up enclosure pad at MSP to dampen engine noise during run-up testing. The Commis-
sion has developed the City's position statement for the Part 150 Study Update and has
supported Mayor Mertensotto in his role as Chair of MASAC.
First and foremost, the Airport Relations Commission advocates for a more equitable
runway use system that does not rely so heavily on the southeast corridor. With the
construction of the new Runway 17-35, parallel to Cedar Avenue, the Commission is
vigorously pursuing more equitable runway use percentages for the parallel runways that
utilize the southeast corridor. Runway 17-35 is projected to take up to 37% of all departures
at MSP, which may provide significant relief to the southeast corridor, in particular, to
Runway 12L/30R, the northern parallel runway that impacts Mendota Heights. This equity
in the use of runways will provide relief to the southeast corridor and Mendota Heights.
Airport Noise Information on the Internet
In an effort to provide information and data
to the public, the MAC Aviation Noise and
Satellite Programs Office has an Internet
web site (www.macaysat.org). This web site
contains information on environmental and
noise issues at MSP and reliever airports.
Visitors to the site can access reports, analy-
ses and information provided by the MAC.
In addition, interactive database query mod-
ules are available, providing information on
aircraft operations, noise and flight tracks.
The web site contains links to home pages
of mspairport.com, MAC Environmental
Programs and Real -Time Flight Status.
From the Aviation Noise and Satellite Pro-
gram site, visitors can access information
about ANOMS (the Airport Noise and Op-
erations Monitoring System), construction
impacts on operations, maps, Global Posi-
tioning Satellites (GPS) technology uses,
MASAC, meetings and events, and field
maintenance updates.
In 2000, MSP Airport's web site will be
updated. At that time, the macaysat.org site
will be incorporated in the airport's site at
www.mspairport.com under the subheading
of "Community and Environmental Is-
sues." All existing information on the
macaysat.org site will continue to be avail-
able.
Trees Available
The City Council has budgeted funds to
continue the boulevard tree program for
2000. For the past several years, this program
has provided trees to residents interested in
dressing up their boulevards.
For a pre -payment of $50 per tree, home-
owners may select from several varieties of
trees approximately 1 to 2 inches in diame-
ter, depending on the variety selected. The
trees will be planted in the fall by a landscape
contractor hired by the city. Each tree will be
guaranteed for one year.
If you are interested in participating, con-
tact Nancy at City Hall, (651)452-1850, to
place your name on a priority list. The lim-
ited quantity of trees are available on a first-
come, first-served basis.
Review Board
Meeting Scheduled
At 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4, the City
Council will convene its annual Review
Board meeting. At this meeting, the Dakota
County Assessor will review community
valuation information and answer general
questions regarding property valuations for
real estate taxes payable in 2000. Following
the approximate half-hour presentation, rep-
resentatives from the Assessor's Office will
meet with individual property owners who
have questions or concerns about their valu-
ations.
"Notices of Assessment for the Year
1999" were mailed to all property owners by
the Assessor's Office in January. If you feel
that the market value for taxation shown on
the notice exceeds the actual value of your
property, you can appeal the valuation. To do
so, you must either send a letter to the City
Council, at City Hall, before April 4 or you
must attend the Review Board or an informal
open book meeting. The dates and locations
of the open book meeting are listed on y
"Notice of Assessment."
The Review Board meeting will be held in
the City Council Chambers at City Hall,
1101 Victoria Curve.
PAGE 3 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES February, 2000
Sixth Annual Spring Clean -Up Day
Saturday, May 6,8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Mendota Plaza Shopping Center, Highway 110 and Dodd Road
(Enter and Exit from South Plaza Drive)
Take advantage of the city-wide spring clean-up day to clean out the garage, storage areas, and tidy up the home and yard. The collection
site will again be located at Mendota Plaza (Highway 110 and Dodd Road). You should enter and exit the Mendota Plaza from South Plaza
Drive.
The City—wide Spring Clean up is limited to Mendota Heights Residents Only! Identification will be required. No contractors or commercial
debris will be accepted. Only cars, pick-ups and small trailers will be allowed to unload items. No Yard waste or Household Hazardous waste
will be accepted. Commercial, industrial and institutional customers are = eligible. For further information call (651)452-1850.
Each spring, Mendota Heights designates one day when residents can discard items otherwise difficult to dispose of. Below is a list of items
accepted and also not accepted at the collection site. Spring Clean -Up Week applies to those who pay an annual residential garbage fee.
ACCEPTED MATERIALS.
(Charges to be applied per item)
♦ Car Tires..............................................$3.00
(must be removed from rim)
♦ Furniture .............................................$3.00
♦ Mattresses............................................$3.00
A. Scrap Metal .........................................Volume Based Fee
(remove all non-metal components)
♦ Home Remodeling Debris and
A Miscellaneous Junk ............................Volume Based Fee
MATERIALS NOT ACCEPTED
X Items that can be recycled curbside.
X Yard Waste
X Household Hazardous Waste (motor oil,
batteries, paint,household cleaners, etc.) -- Contact the
Dakota County Eco -site (651)905-4520 for disposal info.
X Home Electronics (computers, TVs, stereos, etc.)
Contact the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency(651)681-8099.
Spring Clean-up is made possible by a grant from Dakota County Environmental Management.
Mendota Heights Wetlands Health Evaluation
Appliance Collection Day
Monday, May 15th, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
In conjunction with Spring Clean -Up, the city will again hold an
appliance collection day. Old appliances can be picked up from your
driveway! Put your appliances out the night before and they will be
picked up by JR's Appliance. Call JR's by noon on Friday May 12
for prices and to schedule your appliance pick-up. Dial JR's at
454-9215 and ask for operator 33.
On pick—up day, make your check payable to `JR's Appliance' and
place it inside your appliance. Items will not be picked up unless you
call JR's and a check is attached to the appliance.
ACCEPTABLE APPLIANCES:
Air Conditioners Furnaces Refrigerators
Dehumidifiers Garbage Disposals Stoves
Dishwashers Heat Pumps Trash Compactors
Dryers Humidifiers Washers
Freezers Microwaves Water Heaters
Project Needs Volunteers
Over the past two years, Mendota Heights has been cooperating
with Dakota County's Environmental Education Department by
sponsoring a Wetland Health Evaluation Team. The team is being
led by Ms. Mara May, a naturalist for the Dodge Nature Center.
Mara's team is currently looking for new members for the spring and
summer of 2000.
The team works directly under Mara to sample and document the
plant, frog and invertebrate (insect) communities found in local
wetlands. Volunteers follow techniques developed by the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency. Volunteers collect samples from five
wetlands between June and August, analyze the samples collected
and complete data sheets. The time commitment for the volunteers
is approximately 40 to 50 hours including training, fieldwork and
analysis.
This Dakota County Wetland Health Evaluation project is an
excellent educational opportunity for anyone who wants to learn
more about the ecology of wetlands. Interested residents should
contact Ms. May at the Nature Center, 455-8559, extension 214 or
by e-mail at Sabremay@aol.com.
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PAGE 4 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES February, 2000
Three New Officers Join Police Department
The Mendota Heights Police Department has three new faces as a result of action taken by
the City Council at its January 18th meeting. The new police officers are Eric Petersen, Tanner
Spicer and Todd Rosse. They replace three officers who left the department this past fall.
Officer David Odlaug joined the Saint Paul Police Department. Officer Michael Thompson
accepted a position as an Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Sergeant Larrie
Mack retired after twenty years of service with the Mendota Heights Police Department.
Eric, Tanner and Todd went through a very competitive recruitment process. Over seventy
candidates were tested for the three replacement positions. The latter portion of the testing
included extensive background investigations as well as medical and psychological testing.
Eric Petersen is 25 years old and grew up in West Saint Paul and is a graduate of Henry
Sibley High School. Eric has served as a student intern with the Mendota Heights Police
Department, a Community Service officer with the Woodbury Police Department and as a
Park Ranger with the Dakota County Parks Department. Prior to joining the Mendota Heights
Police Department Eric was employed as an officer with the Minneapolis Police Department.
Eric possesses a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from Mankato State University.
Tanner Spicer is 25 years old and was born in Zumbrota, Minnesota. Tanner's parents owned
a resort outside of Ely and Tanner grew up in Minnesota's north woods. Prior to joining the
Mendota Heights Police Department he worked as a part-time officer for the City of Babbit.
Tanner is a veteran of the United States Army and was stationed in Germany where he met
his wife. After completion of his military tour of duty, Tanner attended Hibbing Community
College where he earned an Associate of Arts Degree in Law Enforcement.
Todd Rosse is 28 years of age and was born and raised in Saint Paul. Prior to joining the
Mendota Heights Police Department Todd worked as a part-time officer with the State Fair
Police Department. Todd possesses an Associate of Arts Degree in Law Enforcement from
Inver Hills Community College. He also served as a student intern with the Mendota Heights
Police Department.
All three men are excited about serving the citizens of Mendota Heights, Mendota and
Lilydale. The three are now taking part in a Field Training Officer Program in which they are
paired with experienced officers from the Mendota Heights Police Department during the
next thirteen weeks.
MAC to Study New Ground Run-up Enclosure
Airports serving as a major hub facility are
also the headquarters for many major main-
tenance activities by the hub airline. MSP is
no exception. Aircraft engine "run -ups" —
tests of various engine settings — are an es-
sential aspect of aircraft maintenance and
inspection conducted at MSP.
MSP's run-up pad, located on the south
side of the airport near the Humphrey Termi-
nal, consists of a ramp area enclosed on three
sides by galvanized steel "blast" deflectors.
The deflectors provide limited sound reduc-
tion capabilities and protect adjacent areas
from the wind created by some engine run -
ups.
In 1998, MAC staff conducted a study to
isolate the sources of ground noise at the
airport. The study, conducted throughout 24-
hour periods, found that departing aircraft
are the major source of ground noise impact
and that run-up activity is one of many sec-
ondary noise sources.
As a result of these findings, MASAC
asked the MAC to investigate new noise
reduction technologies, as part of a possible
modification to the existing facility, and to
consider building a new ground run-up en-
closure. To that end, MAC is conducting a
Ground Run -Up Enclosure Feasibility Study
to provide information on existing impacts
from the run-up pad, alternatives, recom-
mendations, implementation strategies, and
site development criteria. The findings of
this study will be presented to the MAC in
spring 2000.
Maintenance
Workers Needed
Applications are now being taken for
summer workers for the Public Works
Department, Parks Division. Full-time
and part-time positions are available.
There is a special need for Park Workers
to help out on weekends with softball and
soccer events. Applicants must be at least
18 years of age.
Interested persons should contact
Nancy Bauer at (651)452-1850. The City
of Mendota Heights is an AA/EEO em-
ployer.
Volunteers Needed
The Mendota Heights Police Departme
is seeking energetic, dedicated volunteers to
act as block captains for the Neighborhood
Watch Program for the Cities of Mendota
Heights, Mendota and Lilydale. Interested
volunteers must be residents of one of these
three cities and be willing to coordinate at
least two crime watch meetings annually
with their neighborhood. Block captains will
also act as neighborhood liaisons with the
Police Department and will disburse perti-
nent crime watch information to their com-
munities and the Police Department as
needed. These individuals will also help or-
ganize a "National Night Out" event annu-
ally for their neighborhood in August each
year.
The Crime Watch Program is a national
program which has proven to be a great way
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for communities to come together and help
stop crime in their neighborhoods. This pro-
gram enables neighborhoods to get together
and build a plan to stop crime by reporting
and documenting suspicious activity. The
program does not require a lot of time, just a
little training and a watchful eye. Neighbor-
hoods that are currently actively participat-
ing or volunteer to start participating will
have new Crime Watch Signs posted in their
neighborhoods this year.
Interested volunteers are asked to please
call Officer Brian Convery at the Mendota
Heights Police Department at (651)452-
1366.
Heights Highlites is a government news-
letter distributed to inform residents on
events and activities that affect Mendota
Heights. If you know any residents who
not receiving the Heights Highlites, plea.,
invite them to contact City Hall, 452-1850,
to be placed on the newsletter mailing list.
PAGE 5 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES February, 2000
MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS AND
RECREATION
SPRING BREAK YOUTH TRIPS
All youth trips depart and return at the front entrance of the West St. Paul City Hall, 1616 Humboldt Avenue. You may register by
mail using the form located on page 7 of this newsletter or you can register in person at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve.
Monday, March 27
The New MN Science Museum & Maplewood
Community Center
Join us for a morning of fun at the New Science Museum &
Omni show "The Great Migration." Then, a "day ofplay" at the
awesome Maplewood Community Center open gym, swimming
and waterslide. Snacks will be available at the concession stand
so bring extra money, if you choose. Don't forget your towel,
swimsuit and gym clothes/shoes. Please bring a bag lunch.
Ages: 7-12 years of age
Time: Pickup/Return 9:00 am/3:45 pm (W. St. Paul City Hall)
Fee: $15.50
Wednesday, March 29
Chuck E. Cheese & The Minnesota Zoo
Begin your day by enjoying pizza and
games at Chuck E. Cheese.
Lions, tigers and bears ... oh my! Fol-
lowing lunch we will be touring the Min-
nesota Zoo (tour includes monorail ride).
See you there!
Ages: 7-12 years of age
Time: Pickup/Retum 9:25 am/3:25 pm
(W. St. Paul City Hall
Fee: $14.50
OFFICE INFORMATION:
Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve
Phone: (651)452-1850
Park Maintenance Phone: (651)454-4059
PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF:
Mary Hapka, Recreation Programmer
Terry Blum, Parks Leadperson
John Boland, Parks Crew
Mike Maczko, Parks Crew
Thursday, March 30
Knott's Camp Snoopy
Spend an entire day at Knott's Camp Snoopy. This trip includes
a ride wristband for the entire length of our stay plus lunch, which
will include a pop and fries, and your choice of a hamburger,
hotdog or chicken strips. Bring additional money for snacks.
Remember, you're only young once, so let's have fun!
Ages: 7 - 12 years of age and older
Time: Pickup/Return 9:45am/3:45pm (W. St. Paul City Hall
Fee: $20.00
ENJOY OUR CITY PARKS AND TRAILS
We invite all residents to enjoy the parks and trails in Mendota
Heights. Explore the amenities your city has to offer while
enjoying the great outdoors!
City parks are open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. In order to
allow everyone the most enjoyable experience without conflict-
ing with the rights of fellow park users and neighboring residents,
we ask everyone's cooperation in abiding by the posted park
rules.
Park shelters and facilities are available for reservation on a
first come, first-served basis. For information on rental proce-
dures and fees, please contact Recreation Programmer Mary
Hapka at 452-1850.
City ordinances require all dogs in the city to be leashed. This
especially pertains to park property. Pet owners are permitted to
have their leashed pets in city parks and on city trails but they are
required to clean up any droppings left by their animals.
Finally, to assist the city in the maintenance and appearance of
our parks and trails, we ask for everyone's cooperation in using
the trash and recycling receptacles provided.
PARKS AND RECREATION INFORMATION LINES:
Park and Ballfield Reservations (651)255-1172
Ballfield Conditions and Rain -outs (651)255-1173
Available Recreation Programs (651)255-1175
PAGE 6 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES February, 2000
GOLF LEAGUES & LESSONS
Thinking Spring? Get ready to spend some time on the golf
course. The city will be offering golf leagues this spring &
summer at the Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course. The fol-
lowing golf leagues will be offered by the city in coordination
with the Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course:
55 + Golf League
Thursdays, May 1 I - Sept. 21
This league is for anyone 55 years of age or older. Tee times
will start at 7:00 am and approximately every seven minutes
thereafter. League Fee: $5.00 (covers weekly prizes & end of the
season barbeque). Green Fee: $7.75 each day of play (pay as you
play).
Women's Golf League
Tuesday mornings: May 23 —August 29
Tee Times start at 8:00 am and approximately every seven
minutes thereafter. (No play Tuesday, July 4)
Women's morning League Fee: $10.00 Green Fee: $112.00 (14
weeks at $8.00 each round).
Wednesday evenings: May 24 — August 30
Tee times start at 4:00 p.m. and approximately every seven
minutes thereafter.
Women's Evening League fee: $10.00 Green Fee: $120.00 (15
weeks at $8.00 each round).
Junior Golf League
Monday mornings: June 12 —August 14
Tee times start at 9:30 am and run approximately every seven
minutes thereafter.
Junior Golf League
.Monday mornings: June 12 - August 14
Tee times start at 9:30 a.m. and run approximately every seven
minutes thereafter.
Junior Monday League Fee: $10.00, Green Fee: $77.50 (10
weeks at $7.75/round).
Wednesday afternoons: June 14 —August 16
Tee times start at 1:00 p.m. and run approximately every seven
minutes thereafter.
Junior League Fee: $10.00. Green Fee:
$77.50 (10 weeks at $7.75/round).
The junior golf league is for boys and
girls 8-16 years of age. Junior golfers are
expected to acknowledge golf course
rules and etiquette at all times. This
league is looking for volunteers to share
chaperon duties (2 per each day of play). s
Volunteers will play for free on their
volunteer day, compliments of the golf
course.
Registration dates for all leagues begin
Monday, March 27. All registrations will be accepted at City
Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. The women and junior league fees &
green fees cover weekly prizes and the end of the season banquet,
payment of fees is required at the time of registration. League
and green fees are non-refundable after the start of league play.
Rain checks will be given for missed days of play. More infor-
mation on all of the leagues will be available after registration.
League availability will be based on demand. For more informa-
tion, please call 452-1850.
Need Golf Lessons?
Mendota Heights Par 3, in cooperation with the city, is offering
group golf lessons. You will receive three one-hour lessons
covering golf course etiquette, golf club grip, stance and swing
and correct putting techniques. There will be one teaching pro-
fessional to every eight golfers, giving personalized on -course
instructions. You will also receive two free rounds of golf. Cost:
$55.00
Contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 452-1850 for
lesson times/dates and registration information.
ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
The City of Mendota Heights will be offering four ASA sat,
tioned softball leagues this summer to be played at Mendakota
Park. The leagues being offered include Men's Class C to be
played on Monday evenings, Men's Class D and Women's Class
D to be played on Tuesday evenings and a Men's over 30 D Class
to be played on Thursday evenings.
There will be priority registration for returning Mendota
Heights teams from February 21 — March 3. New Mendota
Heights Resident team registration will occur on a first come,
first served basis from March 6 —March 10. A Mendota Heights
resident is defined as a person either residing or working within
Mendota Heights. Returning non-resident teams and new non-
resident teams may register March 13-17 on a first come, first
served basis.
Contact the Parks and Recreation Deptartment for further ques-
tions at 452-1850.
SOUTH REGION "STARS"
The Area 12 Special Olympics "Stars" are "in training" and
participating in a wide variety of Spring -Summer -Fall -Winter
sports and activities. The activities include bowling, floor
hockey, tennis, basketball, swimming, table tennis, softball,
track & field.
New athletes can be registered at any time during the year.
Interested athletes, volunteer coaches or assistants should c,
tact Marcie at 651-450-2588.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS AND RECREATION
registration for programs may be made in person or by mail at the Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, 55118. All
registrations must be accompanied by program fee (checks made payable to the City of Mendota Heights).
Deadlines
Most activities have limited enrollment and registration deadlines, so please register as
soon as possible. Registrations will NOT be taken over the phone.
Non-resident Fee
Non-residents are welcome to participate in our programs, however, residents will receive
priority registration. There is a $5.00 non-resident fee per participant, per activity if
you live outside Mendota Heights. Please include the non-resident fee with regular
registration costs when enrolling.
Refund Policy
A $2.00 service fee will be charged for individual cancellations made prior to the start of
a program or its registration deadline. This service fee will also apply to registrations
taken after the deadline date, if enrollment allows, with the exception of being on a
participant waiting list. No refunds will be given after registration deadlines or the start
of an activity. Registration fees for programs canceled by the City will be fully refunded.
Confirmation
There will be no further confirmation
after registration. It is your responsibility
to be present on the date and time your
program begins. You will receive notifi-
cation if a program is filled, canceled, or
changed.
Participants With Disabilities
Participants with disabilities who are in
need of any special assistance or auxil-
iary aids should notify the Parks and
Recreation Department at the time of
registration to ensure that any need can
be met to fully participate and enjoy a
program or service..
REGISTRATION FORM - PLEASE PRINT
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1101 Victoria Curve
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Liability of Accidents
I agree that all activities undertaken by me or my child as part of the program are undertaken by me or my child at my or his/her own risk and that the City of
Mendota Heights shall not be liable for any claim, demands, injuries, damages, actions, or causes of action whatsoever to myself or my child or my property or
my child's property due to the passive or active negligence of the City of Mendota Heights, it's agents, or employees arising out of or connected with my or my
child's participation in or the use of operation of equipment in this program and that I expressly forever release and discharge the City of Mendota Heights, its
agents, or employees from all such claims, demands, injuries, damages, actions or causes of action whatsoever.
I understand that my signature is required before my or my child's participation in this program is allowed.
I have read this Agreement carefully and know and understand its contents.
Signature Date
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Part 150 Study Update
The Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR)
Part 150 is a federal program that makes
aviation -generated money available for air-
craft noise reduction programs in communi-
ties surrounding airports. To obtain Part 150
funds, airport authorities must complete and
obtain federal approval of a Part 150 Study.
A key part of a Part 150 program is the
development of a Noise Exposure Map
(NEM), commonly referred to as a noise
contour. Noise contours outline the areas
eligible for compatible land use plans, prop-
erty acquisition, residential relocation and
sound insulation. In addition, airport use,
aircraft operations and airspace usage
amendments can be pursued via a Part 150
program.
An approved Part 150 program has been in
place at MSP since 1987 and was last up-
dated in 1991. Currently, the Metropolitan
Airports Commission (MAC), the Metro-
politan Aircraft Sound Abatement Council
(MA SAC), and HNTB Corporation (MAC's
environmental noise consultant) are prepar-
ing a Part 150 Study Update based on fore-
casted 2005 airport configuration and use,
airline fleet mix, airspace use and proposed
noise reduction measures.
The update process includes three sets of
public meetings, two of which have taken
place to date. The first series of public work-
shops, held in April 1999, provided informa-
tion on the need for an update, the Part 150
process and a contour modeling explanation.
The second round of workshops focused on
the 2005 forecasts, past Part 150 recommen-
dations and various aircraft and airport noise
reduction recommendations.
The next series of workshops is scheduled
for spring 2000. The focus of this series will
CITY DIRECTORY
Council Members:
452-1850
Charles Mertensotto, Mayor
454-3394
Michael Dwyer
452-7872
John Huber
450-0729
Sandra Krebsbach
454-5696
Mary Jeanne Schneeman
457-4337
Staff Members:
Kevin Batchelder,
City Administrator
452-1850
Kathleen Swanson, City Clerk 452-1850
James Danielson, Public
452-1850
Works Director
Scott Johnson , Police Chief
452-1366
John Maczko, Fire Chief
454-3266
Code Enforcement Officers:
Paul Berg & Dick Gill
452-1850
highlight MASAC's role in the Part 150
process, impacted communities and MAC's
recommended mitigation strategies for the
Part 150 Study Update, including the sound
insulation program. The draft document is
scheduled for completion this summer with
a public hearing in early fall. The final Part
150 recommendations are subject to the
Federal Aviation Administration's review
and approval.
Since the residential home insulation pro-
gram began in 1992, the MAC has modified
5,352 homes in Minneapolis, Richfield,
Bloomington, Eagan and Mendota Heights
at a total cost of $127.6 million. Construc-
tion has started or is planned for an addi-
tional 1,948 homes to finish the current pro-
gram. Mendota Heights is represented on
MASAC and is pursuing our interests dur-
ing the current Part 150 Study Update.
Community residents are urged to attend
the remaining workshops to provide input to
this process. For more information on the
upcoming workshops, visit the website at
www.macaysat.org, or check the local pa-
pers for meeting times and dates.
Official Newspaper
Designated
Every January, by state law, the City
Council must designate a publication to
serve as the city's legal newspaper for the
coming year. At its January 4, 2000 meeting,
the City Council named the South-West Re-
view to serve in that capacity. All hearing
notices, legal notices, and newly adopted
ordinances will be published in the legal
section of the South-West Review during the
coming year. Press releases on issues of in-
terest to community residents and notices of
community -wide importance will also be
published in the legal section of the West St.
Paul/Mendota Heights Sun Current.
City of Mendota Heights
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, Mn. 55118
February, 2000
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Dakota County CDA
Low Interest Home
Improvement Loans
The Dakota County Community Develop-
ment Agency (CDA) is offering low interest
home improvement loans to income eligible
households in Dakota County. Funds can be
used to finance roofs, furnaces, doors, win-
dows and more.
There are two types of loans available. The
Deferred Loan charges no interest, and re-
quires no monthly payment. It is secured
with a mortgage against your property. It is
due when you sell, transfer or convey title in
the property, of if it ceases to be your princi-
pal place of residence. The Installment Loan
has a low annual percentage rate (3%) along
with a monthly payment.
Your gross annual income and the amount
of financial assets you hold, excluding your
home and up to two acres of land, will
determine which of the two loans you wou I '
be eligible for. The limits on financial ass'
for the Deferred and Installment Loans are
$30,000 and $60,000 respectively. Addi-
tional qualifications for eligibility include
sufficient equity in the property, a satisfac-
tory credit history, and manageable monthly
debt.
If you qualify, the CDA will inspect your
home, prepare specifications, and assist you
in obtaining at least two bids. Loan proceeds
are kept in escrow. Payments are made di-
rectly to the contractor once the work is
complete. Completed work must be in-
spected by the CDA and approved by the
homeowners before payments can be made.
For more information, call Mark Hanson at
(651)423-8175.
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