2017-07-28 Friday NewsCity of Mendota Heights Weekly Update
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DATES TO REMEMBER:
Tuesday, August 1
Night to Unite
Council Meeting—8:00 pm
Tuesday, August 8
Parks-Rec Comm—6:30 pm
Tuesday, August 15
Council Meeting—7:00 pm
Tuesday, August 22
Planning Commission-7:00 pm
Attachments:
Just the Facts-Police Dept.
July 28, 2017
Solar Panels Added
to Public Works Building
60 Kilowatts of solar-powered electrical
generating panels were installed this past
week on the roof of the City Public Works
building, located on Lexington Ave-
nue. The solar panels were funded
through a grant from the Made in Minneso-
ta program. Ideal Energies and Xcel are
vendors.
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Two City Employees Leaving Employment
Mike Maczko will be retiring on July 31st after 34 years of service with the Public
Works Department. Mike previously served the Mendota Heights Fire Department for
20 years.
Sloan Wallgren, Recreation Program Coordinator, has accepted another position
with the Wayzata School District’s Community Education Department as the Sports
Facilities Manager. Sloan’s last day with the City will be August 4th.
Congratulations and thanks gentlemen! **********************************************************************************
Aug 1st Council Meeting Start Time
Please note that Tuesday’s City Council Meeting will be starting at 8:00 pm due to the
Night to Unite events. **********************************************************************************
Summer Concerts In The Park
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Market Square Park at The Village
Aug 2nd……..Jack and Kitty
Aug 9th……...Percolators
August 16…..KIDSDANCE! With Petting Zoo
& Face Painting
Shred EventWSP, SSP, Mendota Heights Tri-City
Shred and Recycle Confidential Material
Partially funded by: The Dakota County Board of Commissioners.
Sponsored by: The City of South St. Paul, Pioneer SecureShred, and The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Shredding Process
Pioneer SecureShred staff collects and secures material
into a locking security container and transports it
directly to the mobile shredding vehicle. The material
is deposited directly into the shredding chamber
without being touched by human hands. The shredded
material is then sent to a recycler!
Please remove 3-ring binders, binder clips, or metal
tabs on file folders.
Oct. 21st
9am - Noon
South St. Paul High School700 2nd St. N. SSP, MN(drop-off is in parking lot off 6th Ave)
Residents of West St. Paul, South St. Paul and Mendota Heights are Welcome!
What to Shred
• Credit Card Offers
• Receipts
• Check Stubs
• Old Bills
• Banking and Loan Information
• Medical Records
• Tax Records
• Investment Records
• Social Security Numbers
• Internal Correspondence
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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
Philip McCarty
Weston Raberge
Peter Renteria
Cara Hogan
INVESTIGATIONS
Chad Willson
SCHOOL RESOURCE
OFFICER
Steve Hilyar
COMMUNITY SERVICE
OFFICER
Eric Hagelee
SUPPORT STAFF
Kim Henning
Trista Miller
Shayna Hoechst
Becky Pentel
RESERVES
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
CHAPLAINS
Butch Millett
John Snider
Alberto Vargas
Lynn Liberman
Sue Plucker
Joel Detlefsen
Lenny Andrie
JULY 28, 2017
Sunday, July 30th, marks the 3rd anniversary of the death of Officer Scott Patrick and Tuesday,
August 1st, is Night to Unite. The timing of these two dates seems especially noteworthy this year,
as the words community and unity are top of mind. Looking back at that awful time in 2014, one of
the positive things that held us all together was the way this community united. Grief has a way of
doing that, but it really helped every one of us heal and pull through a traumatic time, together.
Three years later, looking not just backwards but forwards, those feelings of unity seem far less
tangible as we have experienced a world embroiled in controversy, suspicion and worry.
This year, on Night to Unite, we once again have over 25 parties again throughout this city, which
only demonstrates to us the commitment you have toward uniting and pulling together. As we
approach Night to Unite, we look forward to connecting with you - shaking your hand, grazing from
your smorgasbords and showing off our squads to the kids (and adults, too). We want to listen to
you and ensure we understand that we are all better when we are working together, when we unite
as the amazing, strong and caring community we are.
In 2015, nearly 750,000 vehicles were stolen in the United States. Vehicle thefts costs vehicle owners $5
billion annually! You CAN protect your ride. July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, so the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has a few simple yet important tips to help you avoid being a victim.
DON’T MAKE YOUR VEHICLE A TARGET
Nearly half of vehicle theft is due to driver error, such as leaving your keys in the vehicle. Use
common sense by always:
Taking your keys and not leaving them in or on your vehicle
Closing windows and locking doors
Parking in well-lit areas
Never leaving valuables in your vehicle, especially where they can be seen
Never leaving the area while your vehicle is running
Keeping your vehicle in your garage, if possible
PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE
There are several different types of antitheft systems and devices designed to make vehicles
more difficult to steal or easier to trace and recover.
Audible and Visible Devices – such as a horn alarm – deter theft by bringing attention to an
unauthorized attempt to steal or enter your vehicle
Immobilizing-Type Devices prevent thieves from bypassing your vehicle’s ignition system and
hot-wiring the vehicle.
Vehicle Recovery Systems: Uses electronic transmission technology that helps law
enforcement reveal the location of other stolen vehicles and possibility catch them in the act.
If you unfortunately find that your vehicle has been stolen, call 911 immediately to file a report.
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MISSING PERSON — 1XX Stonebridge Road 7/23/2107, 1241 HOURS
Responded to the 100 block of Stonebridge Road on a report of a missing person. Investigation led to the
location of the missing person who went missing voluntarily and didn't want to be found.
BURGLARY/DAMAGE TO PROPERTY — 2XXX Lexington Ave 7/24/2017, 2040 HOURS
Dispatched to a Burglary/Damage to Property at the 2300 block of Lexington Ave. One of the windows of
the residence had been smashed and items were found to be taken. The tenant believed she knows who is
responsible. Information was gathered and photos were taken of the damage. Two suspects at this time.
THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE — 2XXX Field Stone Drive 7/25/2017, 0210 HOURS
Dispatched to a theft of auto at the 2200 block of Field Stone Drive. Officer located vehicle on Copperfield
Drive. Suspect ran from the vehicle into a nearby pond. A perimeter was set up with the help of multiple
agencies. Suspect was located and suffered puncture wound injuries from a K-9 bite. HealthEast provided
medical attention to the male. Male was transported to hospital and then Dakota County Jail.
PI ACCIDENT — 1XXX Dakota Drive 7/25/2017, 1028 HOURS
Driver was in the teller line at bank on Dakota Drive and inadvertently accelerated. Driver ended up
crossing Dakota Drive, east and east bound lanes of Highway 110 and came to a stop after striking a tree.
Driver was conscious and alert but did not recall any portion of the accident. Health East transported driver
to Regions, driver evaluation form completed, state accident form completed. Case status: Inactive
THEFT— 2XXX High Pointe Road 7/25/2017, 1610 HOURS
Officers responded to the 22xx block of High Pointe Road for a report of a theft from a vehicle. A vehicle's
window was smashed and a wallet was taken out of the vehicle. The wallet was recovered from an earlier
call with the suspect in custody for auto theft and possession of stolen property. The wallet was returned
and a report was taken.
THEFT — 2XXX Lemay Lake Road 7/26/2017, 1558 HOURS
Comp in the 2300 block of Lemay Lake Road reported the theft of a check from her mailbox. She is unsure
of when the check was taken, could only estimate "a few weeks ago." There is no suspect information.
Check was cashed in Blaine at a Wal Mart. Referred comp to Blaine PD on the forgery issue.
THEFT — 1XXX Hwy 110 7/26/2017, 2052 HOURS
Officers responded to a theft of gas from a business in the 1000 block of highway 110. The vehicle and
suspect information was collected on scene and a report was completed.
DRUGS — 1XXX Hwy 13 7/26/2017, 2255 HOURS
Two individuals were found parked in a vehicle in the parking lot of a closed business in the 1400 block of
Sibley Memorial Highway. Officers investigated the smell of marijuana and located paraphernalia with
recently burnt marijuana, and a white powdery substance. The evidence was collected as well as pertinent
suspect information. The suspects were released pending an investigation. Forward to the Dakota County
Drug Task Force.
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7/21– 7/27 2017 YTD
Calls for Service 156 5520
Citations 5 590
Warnings 15 521
Police Reports 13 641
Response Time Average 5.86 5.39
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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 Car Seat Safety Checks. If you or someone
you know is in need of some assistance in installing a
car seat the proper way or just simply need advice,
we’re here to help! Please contact MHPD CSO,
Eric Hagelee to schedule an appointment.
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.
Questions/Comments?
Email us at:
pdrecords@
mendota-heights.com
HAVE A SAFE WEEK!
Space is limited and this
year’s class almost full.
Don’t miss your chance to
join the 2017 class!
Academy members learn
the role of police officers,
experience some of the
everyday challenges
officers face and gain a
better understanding of
how police departments
function.
Graduates also help us
reinforce and promote
strong citizen and police
partnerships, the foundation
of safe, strong communities.
Past graduates of the
academy have gone on to
become Community
Service Volunteers and
Police Reserve Officers.
Interested in being part of
the 2017 Police Academy?
Apply today!
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