Issue 60 - Heights Highlights Winter 2003PAGE 1 JANUARY, 2003 ISSUE 60
(I to r): CDA Commissioner George Kassan, Councilmember-elect Ultan Duggan, Councilmember Mary Jeanne
Schneeman, CDA Commissioner Bob Doffing, Councilmember Sandra Krebsbach, CDA Board Chair Robert J.
Alpers, Mayor Charles Mertensotto, Councilmember Mike Dwyer, County Commissioner Patrice Bataglia,
Councilmember Jack Vitelli, CDA Commissioner Brenda Apfelbacher & Planning Commission Chair Sally
Lorberbaum.
MESSAGE FROM MAYOR HUBER
Welcome to a new feature in the Heights Highlites! In each
issue of the newsletter I plan to inform the residents about proj-
ects going on in our city, discuss what items may be coming up
over the next year and/or address common questions that may
come up about Mendota Heights. In this first issue, I would
like to introduce myself to you and discuss some things the new
City Council will be working on.
I was born and raised in Mendota Heights and have lived here
almost my whole life. My wife Jean and I and our daughters
Becky, Molly and Allison live at 1359 Cherry Hill Road, which
has been our home for 20 years. As many of you may know, my
father Donald Huber was Mayor of Mendota Heights for 16
years. Unfortunately my father passed away in 2001. I graduat-
ed from Saint Thomas Academy and I have B.A. and M.B.A.
from the University of Saint Thomas. I have worked for
Canadian Pacific Railway for over 23 years where my current
position is Manager of General and Property Accounting. I was
on the City Council from 1993-2000 and the Park and
Recreation Commission from 1987-1992.
The new council will have a number of challenges to face in
2003. They include hiring a replacement for Police Chief Jeff
Piotraschke, who chose to go into private business. We hope to
have a replacement identified by the end of February. The appli-
cation to develop the Garron-Acacia site will be progressing
which may include preparing an Environmental Assessment
Worksheet. The Town Center project will also be a significant
CDA Groundbreaking
The Dakota County Community
Development Agency held a groundbreaking
ceremony for the new Town Center senior
building on Monday, December 2nd. The
event was held inside the CDA's existing sen-
ior development, Parkview Plaza. The guest
speakers included Mayor Charles
Mertensotto, County Commissioner Patrice
Bataglia and CDA Board Chair Robert J.
Alpers. CBS Construction, the CDA's con-
tractor for the project, started work on the 60
unit, 82,210 square foot senior facility the
first week in December. The CDA anticipates
occupancy of the building in the fall of 2003.
This project is a cooperative effort between
the City of Mendota Heights, Dakota County
and the Dakota County CDA. The City is
especially proud of this project as it marks the
first building to be constructed on the Town
Center Development site.
issue for the Council for at least the next two years. We also
need to closely monitor the actions of the 2003 Legislative
Session as they wrestle with the budget deficit. We only receive
2% of our total budget from the State. Since we factored in
anticipated cutbacks in our state funding into the city's 2003
budget, we should be in fairly good shape. However the State
has previously passed along "unfunded mandates" to the cities.
This occurs when the legislature requires a city to perform cer-
tain tasks, but does not pass along the dollars to fund it. We will
work closely with Senator Jim Metzen, Representative Tom
Pugh and the League of Minnesota Cities to monitor possible
law changes that could have a financial impact on our city.
Finally, the Council will be meeting in a workshop session to
set goals for the coming year and to discuss how we can best
function as a team to serve our community. The workshop
allows all the council to discuss issues raised by residents while
campaigning this past fall.
So we have a great deal of tasks before us! I am sure my fel-
low council members join me in looking forward to successful-
ly meeting these challenges and serving our residents. If you
have topics you would like to have me address in future
columns, please send your questions to City Hall or to myself.
Please keep your questions to broad topics that would interest
larger groups of residents. You can also contact any member of
the council directly at any time. Our phone numbers are pub-
lished in every issue. I look forward to serving the citizens of
this community as the Mayor of Mendota Heights.
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City Enacts New Recreational Camping
Vehicle Ordinance
On Tuesday, December 17th, the City Council voted to enact a new ordinance regard-
ing recreational camping vehicles in the City. The ordinance prohibits the parking of any
recreational camping vehicles on the street in a residential district. It also prohibits the
parking of a recreational camping vehicle in the driveway of a home in a residential dis-
trict that is greater than 10 ft in height, greater than 23 ft in length or greater than 6,500
lbs. in weight. Special temporary permits may be issued by the City. Please see the ordi-
nance language for the permit requirements. This ordinance will go into effect upon pub-
lication on January 31, 2003. If you have any questions about the ordinance, please con-
tact City Hall.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 401
The City Council of the City of Mendota Heights does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1 Municipal Ordinance No. 401, commonly known as the City Zoning
Ordinance, is hereby amended to read as follows:
21.4(3) Use and parking of recreational camping vehicles.
Subd. 1. Definitions. The term "recreational camping vehicle" shall mean and include
the following definitions:
A. Travel trailer means a vehicular, portable structure built on a chassis, designed
to be used as a temporary dwelling for travel, recreational and vacation uses,
permanently identified as "travel trailer" by the manufacturer of the trailer.
B. Pickup coach means a structure designed to be mounted on a truck chassis for
use as a temporary dwelling for travel, recreation and vacation.
C. Motor home means a portable, temporary dwelling to be used for travel, recre
ation and vacation, constructed as an integral part of a self-propelled vehicle.
D. Camping trailer means a folding structure mounted on wheels and designed for
travel, recreation and vacation uses.
Subd. 2. Permitted Parking/Storage. The outside parking and storage of recreational
camping vehicles is permitted in one side yard only or rear yard in all residential
zoning districts and all residential areas of PUD districts, provided that any such side
yard or rear yard storage shall not be adjacent to a street and further provided that all
setback requirements shall be met. The vehicle must be parked on a paved surface
other than a typical driveway. In the case of a residential subdivision surrounding a
lake or pond, rear yard storage is prohibited where neighbors can see it from across the
water unless adequately screened. All recreational camping vehicles stored outside
must be adequately screened.
Subd. 3. Unlawful Acts.
A. It is unlawful for any person to park or store a recreational camping vehicle in
a residential driveway in a residential district that is greater than 10 ft. in height,
23 feet in length or 6,500 lbs in weight.
B. It is unlawful for any person to park or store a recreational camping vehicle in
a public street in a residential district.
Subd. 4. Exceptions. A special temporary permit may be issued by the City for the
temporary parking of one "mobile home" or "recreational camping vehicle" in a
driveway in a residential district for a period not to exceed 10 days. No more than 4
permits per year may be issued to any one residence and cannot be issued consecutively
(at least 14 days between permits). Vehicles parked in driveway must be placed 15 -ft.
from roadway to allow for visibility of traffic, and vehicles must have a permit.
Vehicles stored outside must be licensed and operable.
SECTION 2 This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect after its publication
according to law.
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Drop Bog Reminder
There are 2 drop boxes outside of City Hall for your convienence. One is for utility
I bills and the other is for US Mail. Just drive up and drop it off!
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Recycling For Residents
All garbage
haulers within
Dakota County are
required to provide
recycling services as
part of residential
trash hauling service. This includes
recycling service for residents of single-
family homes, townhomes, condomini-
ums, and apartments. Property owners
are required to provide occupants with
the opportunity to recycle. If you live in
a townhome development where the
trash hauler stops in front of each unit,
you are eligible for a free Dakota
County recycling bin from City Hall if
you do not already have one. (Only one
free bin per resident!) If you live in an
apartment or condominium building
where the garbage is collected from a
central location, you may pick up a free
recycling tote bag fi•om City Hall.
Recycling bins and bags are only avail-
able during normal City Hall office
hours, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday -
Friday, except holidays.
Trash haulers in Dakota County are
required to accept the following items for
recycling:
Magazines and Catalogs
Corrugated Cardboard
Cans (Food and Beverage)
Glass Bottles and Jars
Newspaper
Plastic Bottles with a Neck
Mixed Mail
Dakota County and the City of Mendota
Heights thank you for recycling!
Call the Air Noise Line
Are you bothered by air noise?
When air noise becomes unbearable
and disrupts your family's lifestyle, the
Metropolitan Airports Commission
wants to know. Call the MAC air noise
complaint line at (612) 726-9411. If
possible, be prepared to provide the
MAC with information on time, loca-
tion, direction and aircraft type.
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Winter Driving and Survival Tips °
In addition to the basic safe driving habits we practice all w i
year long - buckling up, driving alert and sober, and driving ° o
at a safe and legal speed - the Minnesota Safety Council °
reminds you there are special precautions that need to be
followed during the winter months. o 7
* Make sure your car is ready for the season. Have it serv-
iced by a qualified mechanic and be sure that the brakes, °
battery, exhaust and cooling systems, headlights, fluids, windshield wipers and
washers are all in proper working order. Keep your gas tank at least half full to
avoid gas line freeze.
* Keep close tabs on the weather. Avoid traveling, especially alone, if severe
weather is threatened. If you must venture out in severe weather, take public trans-
portation if possible. If you have to drive, adjust your speed to the conditions and
increase following distances. Remember that bridges and overpasses can be more
slippery than other parts of the road.
* Stock your car with basic winter driving equipment: a scraper and brush, small
shovel, jumper cables, tow chain and a bag of sand or cat litter for traction. Include
emergency items such as road flares, a blanket, and a flashlight with batteries.
* Keep an emergency survival kit in the car. It should include:
* a metal bucket or coffee can
* a small candle with matches or a disposable lighter
* a brightly colored square of cloth such as a bandanna
* adhesive bandages
* a large plastic garbage bag
* high energy non-perishable foods
* If your car has been outside during a snowfall, brush all the snow off before set-
ting out. Pay particular attention to cleaning off headlights and taillights so that
other motorists can see you.
* Unless you have an anti-lock braking system (ABS), never hit the brakes if you
feel yourself going into a skid. Remain calm, ease your foot off the gas and turn
the wheel in the direction you want the car to go. If your vehicle is equipped with
ABS apply a steady firm pressure to the brake pedal. Never pump ABS brakes.
Steady pressure on the brake pedal activates an electronic sensor in the system that
detects an impending wheel lock condition. ABS makes it easier to stop the car in a
shorter distance and provides improved stability and steering when braking, espe-
cially on wet roads.
* If even after following all precautions you find yourself stranded, stay calm and
stay put. Your chances of being rescued are greater if you remain in one place.
Staying in your car will decrease your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Run your
engine for heat about once an hour (every half-hour in extreme cold). Make sure
your exhaust pipe is clear to prevent the back up of carbon monoxide. Leave one
window slightly open. Tie a piece of brightly colored cloth to your antenna to alert
others and aid rescuers.
* Consider keeping a cellular phone for use during emergencies. Because driving
requires your full attention, it is recommended that you find a safe place to pull
over when you need to make a call.
(Reprinted with permission from the Minnesota Safety Council)
Do You Want a Skateboard
Park in Rogers Lake Park?
The Parks and Recreation Commission of
the City of Mendota Heights will hold a
public information meeting on January 14,
2003 to hear input from Rogers Lake area
residents and all other interested Mendota
Heights residents regarding the proposal to
install a "Tier One" skateboard park at
Rogers Lake Park. The informational
meeting will take place in the Council
Chambers at City Hall and will begin at
6:30 pm.
The skateboard park would consist of a
course of temporary ramps and jumps
under three feet in height. The Parks
Commission has established a working
budget of $24,000 for the year 2003 in the
Parks Capital Improvement Plan for con-
struction of this skateboard park. The Parks
and Recreation Commission is an advisory
body to the City Council. Even if the
Commission recommends that the skate-
board park be constructed, the final deci-
sions in regards to location, design, fund-
ing, etc. still rest with the City Council.
Whether you are a skateboarder, in-line
skater, neighbor to Rogers Lake Park, or
interested resident, and whether you are for
or against the skateboard park, we would
like your input on January 14. See you
there! If you have any questions, or are
unable to attend the meeting but would like
to comment, please call Guy Kullander,
Parks Project Manager at 651-452-1850.
NDCTV Unveils New Name
Northern Dakota County Community Television (NDCTV) announced its new name, "Town Square Television," during a LIVE cable
TV program on election night. The non-profit corporation celebrated its 15th anniversary with an open house in honor of the new name.
While production staff and volunteers televised a six -site LIVE election coverage program on Community Channel 14, about a hundred
community members and leaders of the organization gathered at the studio to witness the unveiling of the new name and logo.
Town Square Television is a non-profit organization producing local television programs and providing access to video production
equipment, studios, training, and cable TV channel time for community members who wish to televise their own programs. Town Square
Television channels are 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, and 21 and can be viewed by almost 20,000 cable TV households in Inver Grove Heights,
Lilydale, Mendota, Mendota Heights, South St. Paul, Sunfish Lake, and West St. Paul. More information, including a detailed weekly
schedule for Community Channel 14, is available at www.townsquare.tv.
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MHPD's New Sergeant
On October 2, 2002, Officer John Larrive was promoted to the rank of Patrol Sergeant
for the Mendota Heights Police Department. Larrive has assumed his duties as the patrol
supervisor for the department's third shift. He will serve a one-year probation in the posi-
tion as required by city policy. John's promotion fills the lone supervisory vacancy on the
department. He joins Sergeant Donn Anderson and Sergeant Neil Garlock to form the
police department's middle management tier.
John joined the Police Department in July 1996 after spending a year as an Anoka
County Sheriffs deputy. Prior to that, John was a Community Service Officer and Police
Dispatcher with the West St. Paul Police Department. Many current members of MHPD
actually got to know John when he served as a department police intern in 1990.
This latest promotional process was extremely competitive and showcased the excel-
lent qualities and experience of all the officers involved. John can be very proud of being
selected for this position from such an excellent group of candidates. The entire depart-
ment supports John and wishes him the best of luck as he starts his journey of gaining
valuable experience in this new and very challenging position.
Ice Rescue Training — More Ready Than Ever
On December 14th, fire department personnel participated in an ice rescue drill on
Rogers Lake. Responders were to rescue a person who had fallen through the ice.
This training provided a valuable opportunity for hands on experience to test previous
classroom training. Using rescue rope, rescue boat and cold -water rescue suits, firefight-
ers responded to the rescue and performed several different rescues. This training was a
first for some of the firefighters. Some firefighters had never had the chance to wear the
cold -water rescue suits in the winter. The suits are insulated and keep firefighters warm
in the cold lake water, protecting them from hypothermia.
Training included using the rescue boat as a tool in getting the victim out of the water,
using the "stokes basket" (rescue type sled with harness), rope and cold -water suit res-
cues. Different situations were played out and everyone had a chance to get in the water
and practice.
After 3 hours of intense work on Saturday morning, those who attended are much more
knowledgable and proficient in ice rescues. Mendota Heights Firefighters are more pre-
pared than ever to deal with a water rescue whether it be a person or a family's beloved
pet.
In late November, the fire department was called to a pond in Sunfish Lake to rescue a
family dog that had fallen through the ice. The dog was rescued from the water and sent
to the veterinarian with its grateful owner. While some would ask "why risk your life to
rescue a dog?" our firefighters look at it differently. They have the equipment and train-
ing to make these types of rescues. Rather than attempting a rescue on your own, call 911
and avoid becoming a victim yourself.
Winter Safety Tips
Retirements ,
Firefighter Mike Maczko announced
his retirement from the Department
after 20 years of service. Mike also
Iworks for the City of Mendota Heights I
in the Parks & Recreation.
IDepartment. Rob Galezewski also
. resigned from the fire department.
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Always Wanted to be a
Firefighter?
... Well now may be your chance. The
fire department is accepting applications
to build a list to fill expected upcoming
position openings. Persons applying
must live or work within a 6 -minute legal
driving time of the fire station, be in good
physical health and not be afraid of con-
fined spaces or heights. The department
will accept applications until Friday,
February 7th. If a person is using their
place of employment to meet the
response time requirements, they must
also provide a letter from their employer
indicating that they may respond to fire
calls during work hours. For more infor-
mation and/or application, call Nancy at
452-1850.
Now that the holidays are here, they also bring colder temperatures. Please be careful and be smart when it comes to using
portable heating equipment.
* Make sure the appliance is in good working condition. If it is fueled by propane, gasoline or kerosene, make sure you use it in
a well -ventilated area.
If the appliance is powered by electricity, make sure you don't overload the circuit, and if you have to use extension cords, make
sure they are rated to handle the current load.
* Remember, electrical heating devices consume tremendous amounts of electricity and should be used according to manufacturer
instructions. Please read the user manuals and follow their instructions!
* Pot -table heaters can get very hot. Keep them away from combustibles (paper, furniture, clothing) and make sure they have
plenty of space around them for ventilation.
* Also please do not bring gasoline -powered equipment into a home and store it in the basement and be very careful when doing
maintenance in a heated garage. The fire department recently responded to a garage fire that started when the resident was in
the process of winterizing his motorcycle. During the process of draining the fuel from the gas tank into an open oil drain pan,
the fumes from the fuel in the oil pan built up and were ignited by the garage heater. Firefighters responded quickly and extin
guished the fire and damage was contained to the garage. Please only deal with gasoline in well ventilated areas, extinguish all
ignition sources and keep it in only approved containers.
PAGE 5 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES JANUARY, 2003
MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PARK5 �12ECR&4TION
Watch for Mendota Heights Park and Rec
Youth Spring Break Field Trips
School is out Friday, March 21- 28th. Watch for a school flyer to be
sent home with more information on the field trips or call the MH Park &
Rec office at 452-1850. Trips are being planned for - Friday, March 21,
Monday, March 24 and Tuesday, March 25. So mark your calendars!!!!
Learn to Skate
Join us for some old fashioned outdoor fun. Outdoor ice skating
lessons will be offered at Friendly Hills Park. A variety of classes
will be offered for all ages and abilities. This is a good opportunity
to improve your skating skills and have some fun at the same time!
Classes are limited to 5-7 participants, so register early. Awaiting
list will be made for overflow registrations. Please note that there
will be no lessons on January 11.
Smalls & Talls:
Parents or other responsible adults participate with their first time
skaters. Adults will learn tips on how to help their children skate.
This class is fun for parents and children!
Ages: 3-5 years old Cost is $25.00
Saturdays, Jan. 4, Jan. 18 - Feb. 15, Section I: 9:00 - 9:30 AM
Beginners:
Skaters with no previous experience will have a super time being
introduced to basic skills of skating.
Ages: 6 & older Cost is $25.00
Saturdays, Jan. 4, Jan. 18 - Feb. 15, Section 1: 9:35 - 10:05 AM
Advanced Beginners:
Skaters who can skate forward or who have completed the
Beginners class.
Ages: 6 & older Cost is $25.00
Saturdays, Jan. 4, Jan. 18 - Feb. 15, Section I: 10:10 - 10:40 AM
Funstyle/Freestyle:
This is for intermediate skaters who can do forward and backward
crossovers and turns. Skaters will learn jumps and spins.
Cost is $25.00.
Saturdays, Jan. 4, Jan. 18 - Feb. 15, Section I: 10:45 - 11:15 AM
Adults:
This class is perfect for adults who want to begin skating for the first
time, improve skating skills, or just get outside and enjoy the fiesh
air! It's never too late to learn!
Ages: 17 & older Cost is $25.00
Saturdays, Jan. 4, Jan. 18 - Feb. 15, Section I: 11:20 - 11:50AM
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South Region Stars
The area 12 Special Olympics "STARS" are "in training" and partici-:
pating in a wide variety of Winter sports and activities which include:
:bowling, floor hockey, swimming and basketball. New athletes can be:
:registered at any time during the year. Call Teresa with the Mendota:
:Heights Park and Rec office at 651-452-1850 for more info.
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After School Ski Trips -2003
We are offering two (2) trips to
Hyland Hills ski area. Prices
include lift tickets, equipment,
bus transportation, and chaper-
one.
Trips are co-sponsored with
WSP and SSP Parks and Rec
Departments. These trips are
limited so register early. Bring a bag dinner or money
for dinner/snacks.
Registration Deadline: Monday before each trip.
Day/Dates: Fridays, January 10, and February 7
Fee Varies: Cost will be $35.00 or $20.00 if you
have your own equipment. Snowboards are available.
for rent at $42.00. Let us know at the time of registra-
tion if you will be renting a snowboard. 1 '/2 hour les-
sons will be available for $7.00 per trip also.
Ages: Grades 3 and up
Pick-up Times: 3:55 at MH City Hall
Return: 9:50 p.m.
Attention Softball Teams
Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation is accepting
registrations for the Summer 2003 softball season.
There will be four leagues available this year: Men's D
and Women's D on Tuesday nights, Men's D Over 30 on
Thursday nights and Co-Rec on Sunday nights.
Now through Wednesday, February 12th, registrations
will be accepted for returning "resident teams".
Starting, Thursday, February 13th, registrations will be
accepted for new "Resident" teams and "Non -Resident"
teams. All teams must submit a preliminary roster and
pay the registration deposit of $100 by the dates listed
above. Please call the Parks & Rec department at 651-
452-1850 for more information.
Going Skating?
Ice Rinks and Warming Houses are now open!
Locations at the following Parks:
* Friendly Hills (Pueblo Lane and Apache)
* Marie (Between Victoria and Lexington)
* Wentworth (Wentworth Ave. west of Dodd Road)
Hours:
Monday - Friday: 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
Sunday: 12 noon - 6:00
Extended Schools out Holiday Hours (includ-
ing Jan. 20 and Feb. 17th): 12 noon - 8:30 pm
Please call the ice rink hotline if weather is
questionable or for ice conditions at 255-1174.
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55+ Prime Timer page
Mendota Heights Active Older Adults
Mendota Heights trips and tours are open to you and your guest whether they reside in the area or not. These trips are co-sponosored
with the City of WSP and Thompson Park Activity Center. To attend these trips, please register at City Hall in Mendota Heights at
1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118 or you can your mail your registration in. Please read the trip refund policy on
the registration form on page 7.
Upcoming Trips For the Mendota Heights
55+ Prime Timers:
THURSDAY, January 30th, 2003 -
"Country Legends" - Fanny Hill Dinner Theater, Eau Claire, WI
Includes lunch.
Cost: $55.00 per person
Departs Mendota Heights City Hall at 9:30 and returns at
approximately 6:30 pm
WEDNESDAY, February 12,2003 -
Chanhassen Dinner Theater - Meshuggah Nuns (a different
version ofNunsense!) includes lunch.
$38.00 per person
Time: TBD (approximately 10:00 - 3:45)
Early March Date TBD
History Theatre performance of "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Includes Lunch at the Depot at Leearm Chins Buffet.
Price: TBD
Sunday, April 6, 2003 -
Weekend Pop's
Price: TBD 17
Wednesday, April 16, 2003
Passion Play -Easter Celebration
With a cast & choir of over 450, authentic costumes, glorious
music & live animals in the story of the life of Jesus. Dinner
includes baked Lasagna, salad, rolls, coffee & bars.
Coach Bus Depart/Return at City Hall: 5:pm/10:30 pm
Cost: $50.00 per person
Tuesday, May 6, 2003-
Angelina's Wedding -Tour Historic Wilson Place, Lunch at Olde
Towne, and tour Streets of yesteryear and the historical cottage
of Menomonie history. Many artifacts date before the 1900's.
Depart/Return at City Hall 8:15 am/4:15pm
Cost: $50.00 per person
June, Date TBD (June 4 or 5)
Fogey's Follies presents: Carol Burnett: A Time Together
Includes Lunch -TBD
Cost: TBD
More information will be available in January on the trips
that are not complete. Call 651-452-1850 for more info!
SPACE IS LIMITED, REGISTER EARLY! Some trips close
registration at least 3 weeks prior to trip date.
Golden Gaitors Walking Club
Let's get walking! No matter what your gait, keeping
active is fun with the Golden Gaitors Walking Club.
Each month enjoy a group walk in one of the southern
metro communities. Of course, you are encouraged to
walk more frequently than once a month. And, to reward
you for your efforts, we have developed a prize system.
After 50, 100 and 175 hours of walking you'll get a
reward. Simply keep track of your hours on the card pro-
vided for you. It's easy, fun, and great for your health.
Annual fee includes your walking card, great group
walks and a quarterly newsletter. Call Teresa for more
information at 651-452-1850
Next scheduled group walk:
January 21st at 10 a.m., Burnsville Mall
Cost: $5/person for membership until April 30th.
*The annual fee starting May 1, 2003 - April 30, 2004
will be $10/year.
55+Prime Timers
Card Club
We are starting a card club at City Hall
on Wednesday afternoons at 1:00. If you
are interested in joining us please call
Teresa at City Hall at 651-255-1354 to
register.
PARK BENCH DONATION
PROGRAM ,
The City of Mendota Heights is now
accepting donations to install park bench-
es in city parks or along city trails. The
minimum donation required for bench
installation is $750. The required donation °
may be higher depending on the bench design. The
benches can be personalized with a plaque commernorat-
ing a loved one or friend. The design, location, and
plaque message must be reviewed by the Parks
Commission and approved by the City Council prior to
installation. For more information, contact Parks Project
Manager Guy Kullander at City Hall at 452-1850.
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nplete refunds will be given when this occurs. Persons who wish
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adline or tickets purchased, usually a month before the event. You
e responsible; for any changes made by, the individual theaters.
and return to City Hall at 1101 Victoria Curve in .Mendota Heights.
or not. (There is no non-resident fee.)'
SP Seniors and ISD 197 Community Education.'
Parent/Guardian Name: Home Phone:)
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Liability
I agree that all activities undertaken by me or my child as part of the program are undertaken by me' or my child at imy or
his/her own risk and that the City of Mendota Heights shall not be liable for any claims, 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 negli-
gence of the City of Mendota Heights, it's agents, or employees arising out of or connected with my or my agents, or employ-
ees 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 of Parent/Guardian: Date:
PAGE 8 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES JANUARY, 2003
Mendota Heights to Receive
Metropolitan Council Livable
Communities Grant
In May, the City of Mendota Heights
applied for a Metropolitan Council Livable
Communities grant to help pay for the struc-
tured parking in the Town Center
Development project. The 350 underground
parking spaces in the residential and com-
mercial areas help maximize open space and
the pedestrian friendly design of the devel-
opment. The City is pleased to report that on
November 13, the Metropolitan Council
reviewed a recommendation by the Livable
Communities Committee to fund the
Mendota Heights Town Center project in the
amount of $587,400. After further discus-
sion of the project, the Metropolitan Council
amended the recommendation to award an
additional $286,000 to the project, for a total
grant of $873,400.
This grant money will help fund the struc-
tured parking in the project and ensure that
this development maintains the "village
quality" that the Mendota Heights City
Council envisions for the site.
Check
j out the City'
website at
www.mendota-heights.com
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City Directory
Council Members:
John Huber, Mayor 450-0729
Ultan Duggan 452-5179
Sandra Krebsbach 454-5696
Mary Jeanne Schneeman 457-4337
Jack Vitelli 455-5625
Staff Members:
Can Lindberg, City Administrator
452-1850
Kathleen Swanson, City Clerk
452-1850
Jim Danielson, Public Works Dir.
452-1850
Jeff Piotraschke, Police Chief
452-1366
John Maczko, Fire Chief
255-1371
Patrick Hollister, Admin. Asst,
452-1850
Tom Olund, Public Works Supvr.
454-4059
Kristen Schabacker, Finance Ofr.
452-1850
Emmy Foster, HR/Communic,
452-1850
Teresa Gangelhoff, Rec. Prgmr.
452-1850
Paul Berg & Dick Gill,
Code Enforcement Officers
452-1850
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Interested in Volunteering or Donating for the
i Mendota Heights Parks Celebration?
Mark your calendars for Saturday June 7, 2003 as we Celebrate Mendota
' Heights Parks! The celebration will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at I
. Mendakota Park. Planning for the event is underway!
Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks is made possible by the generous support
of residents, community groups and community businesses. If you are inter-
ested in making a donation, volunteering for this year's event or are a business
' or community group interested in participating, please contact Teresa at the I
Parks & Recreation Department at 452-1850.
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Delaware/TH110 Intersection to be Upgraded
For sometime, Mendota Heights has been receiving complaints about the
poor operation of the Delaware Avenue/THI10 intersection. Because
Delaware Avenue is a County Road that intersects with a State Highway, all
the City has been able to do with these complaints is make requests to
MnDOT and the County about improving the intersection. MnDOT has
acknowledged that the intersection needs upgrading, but does not have the
funds available to do the work. They suggested that the City or Dakota
County upgrade the intersection and apply to them for Cooperative
Agreement Grant. Dakota County has budgeted to do the work in 2004.
They propose to fund the project, in part with MnDOT Cooperative
Agreement Grant and share the rest of the costs according to their project
funding policy: 55% County and 45% City. The 45% City costs will be
divided according to ownership quadrants, or '/4 Sunfish Lake, '/4 West St.
Paul, % Mendota Heights. The project is still dependent on successfully
acquiring the MnDOT Cooperative Agreement Grant and that will not be
known until sometime early in 2003.
Winter Snow Plowing
The Mendota Heights Public Works Department and
Police Department ask the public's cooperation in ensuring
that City plows can safely and promptly remove snow
�F from our streets.
City Ordinance prohibits on -street parking anytime we
_-- receive two or more inches of snow, until after the snow-
plow has cleared the street. The Police Department will be
enforcing this ordinance. With everyone's cooperation,
snow plowing can be done in a safe and expedient manner.
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