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The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
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
INVESTIGATIONS
Chad Willson
SCHOOL RESOURCE
OFFICER
Jennifer Fordham
COMMUNITY SERVICE
OFFICER
Eric Hagelee
SUPPORT STAFF
Kim Henning
Trista Miller
Shayna Hoechst
Becky Pentel
RESERVES
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
Jon Clayton
Dan Iverson
CHAPLAINS
Butch Millett
John Snider
Alberto Vargas
Lynn Liberman
Sue Plucker
Joel Detlefsen
Lenny Andrie
MAY 19, 2017
ARE YOU THE GOOD
NEIGHBOR OR THE
BAD NEIGHBOR?
Our home and neighborhood environments impact how we feel. We all search for “good
neighborhoods” to call home, knowing it can mean the difference in our quality of life.
However, every neighborhood experiences some sort of conflict. We have found that
most neighbor conflicts arise from animal issues, care of property or a simple lack of
common courtesy (mixed with some stubbornness). Conflict is universal and occurs
daily, yet we humans continue to struggle with managing conflict.
We respond to many civil disputes arising out of neighborly, or not so neighborly,
conflict. Let’s face it, we all have stress, but it’s how we handle that stress that makes a
difference in managing potential conflict. Some days we are simply more resilient than
others and those little things can suddenly seem much bigger.
Consider a time you had a difficult neighbor situation. What did you do? Were you the
“good” neighbor or the “bad” neighbor? Why do you think so? Consider these conflict
challenges and how your actions might contribute to or help resolve the conflict.
Fear—Many of us fear conflict resolution. We fear hurting someone’s feelings,
retaliation and simply having a discussion with a neighbor. We fear the unknown.
Doubt—We often doubt our own feelings, questioning if it’s real or imagined,
maybe heightened by our own tension. We may talk with other neighbors first to
gain consensus or determine validity, which can often escalate the situation.
Lack of Action—Maybe you communicate with your neighbor about the issue but
their response was ineffective, or they were possibly rude and heightened the
conflict. Now what?
Counter your conflict challenge with these steps and be the “good” neighbor:
Calm Down! Breath deeply for 60 seconds and wait to respond to any
situation for 24 hours. Don’t speak, send or deliver any message that might escalate
the matter. Keep it off social media and don’t spread the info to other neighbors.
Just breathe…and don’t ‘poke the bear’.
Communicate to Gain Perspective. What positive action can you take to help
remedy the situation? Can you try to understand the perspective? You will need to
have a face to face to accomplish this, with your calm friendly face starting the
conversation. By initiating the conversation, you may not only learn something
helpful but you might also build understanding and empathy for your neighbor.
Call for Help. If you have tried to handle the conflict on your own but have
received no cooperation or resolution, ask for help. Apartment managers, city hall
or the police may be able to help document and address the problem.
Plan a Block Party! Nothing works better in neighborhoods than building
cohesion with food and fun. It promotes neighborhood safety and builds bridges to
discuss and combat areas of concern.
MHPD is here to help, but most situations can be resolved with a little friendly,
constructive effort.
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DOG BITE — HUBER DR/MENDOTA HGTS RD Thursday, 5/11/2017, 1930 hours
Victim called to report past action dog bite. Dog was reported as a medium sized, black and white dog,
possibly a pit-bull, and attacked while it was being walked on a leash. Owners denied the attack;
identifying information not obtained. Photos of injury were taken and witness info pending for follow -up.
LOST PROPERTY — 2XXX MENDAKOTA DR Friday, 5/12/2017, 0832 hours
Reporting party informed officers that a week ago, he had left his phone and watch in his golf cart; when he
realized it and returned, only the phone was found. The watch hasn ’t turned up and insurance company
needed a case number. Inactive.
CAR VS MOTORCYCLE—7XX MAIN ST Saturday, 5/13/2017, 0846 hours
Responded to a car versus motorcycle crash at the intersection of Market and Main Streets. No injuries
were reported. Car driver turned into the path of the motorcycle because driver "didn't see" the
motorcycle. Motorcycle had disabling damage and had to be towed from the scene. State crash report
completed.
DAMAGE TO PROPERTY—1XXX 2ND ST Sunday, 5/14/2017 0226 hours
Officers were dispatched reference a suspicious male pounding on another residents door late at night in
the 1300 block of 2nd Street. On scene, officers discovered that a feud between neighbors led one man to
damage the property of another. Parties were separated and case sent to city attorney for formal charges.
SUSPICIOUS/TRANSPORT HOLD – 2XXX ROGERS CT Monday, 5/15/2017 0200 hours
Report of suspicious people outside of a home on the 22XX block of Rogers Ct. The area was checked
extensively and no one was located. A few hours later officers were dispatched to the same address for a
similar incident except this time the suspicious parties were located in and under the bushes. The party was
ultimately transported by ambulance for a mental health evaluation.
ACCIDENT/PERMIT VIOLATION—7XX MAIN ST Monday, 05/15/2017, 0920 hours
Responded to the 700 block of Main St concerning a two vehicle property damage accident. One vehicle
was backing from a parked position and backed into a passing vehicle. Minor damage, no tows. One driver
cited for instructional permit violation.
HIT & RUN—9XX HWY 13 Monday, 05/15/2017, 0941 hours
Victim reported damage to her vehicle. The owner believes the damage was sustained while she was at the
gas pumps at a business in the 900 block of Hwy 13. The damage was to the drivers side, front quarter
panel. Video was watched during the time frame of what the victim thought she was at the business. The
victims vehicle was visible at the gas pumps, no vehicles were observed striking her vehicle.
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ACCIDENT—1XXX MENDOTA HTS RD Monday, 05/15/2017, 0951 hours
Two vehicle accident in a parking lot of local business. Drivers exchanged information, report completed.
HIT & RUN — 5XX ABBEY WAY Monday, 05/15/2017, 1030 hours
Officers responded to the 5XX block of Abbey Way for a hit-and-run accident. The owner of a vehicle
reported that someone had struck a vehicle and failed to notify them of the damage. There were no
suspects provided by the owner. This case is inactive.
THEFT—1XXX DELAWARE AVE Monday, 05/15/2017, 1010 hours
Officers responded to the 1800 block of Delaware Avenue on a report of a theft. No suspects or evidence
developed. Report was filed; case inactive.
IDENTITY THEFT—1XXX SIBLEY MEMORIAL Monday, 05/15/2017, 1103 hours
Victim in the 1000 block of Hwy 13 fell victim to identity theft. The victim was convinced to allow a business
to install an updated firewall. The suspect was able to gain access to the victims account and withdraw
funds. Victim spoke with her bank who advised her to report the theft with the police department. Victim
was provided with a case number.
ACCIDENT—5XX MIRIAM ST Tuesday, 05/16/2017, 1824 hours
MHPD Officer responded to the 5XX block of Miriam St for a two vehicle collision. Upon arrival only one of
the drivers was there. However, parties exchanged information and had already been in contact with each
other. The party that left offered to pay for the damages. There were no injuries and minor visible damage.
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5/12 – 5/18 2017 YTD
Calls for Service 178 3,419
Citations 10 426
Warnings 22 306
Police Reports 22 426
Response Time Average 5.90 5.30
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1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
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. We are temporarily postponing this service
for a few months. Stay tuned!
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.
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.
HAVE A SAFE WEEK!
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