2017-10-13 Friday NewsCity of Mendota Heights Weekly Update
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PUBLIC MEETING
DATES TO REMEMBER:
Monday, October 16
Council Closed Session—1:30 pm
Tuesday, October 17
Council Meeting—7:00 pm
Tuesday, October 24
Planning Commission-7:00 pm
Tuesday, November 7
Council Meeting—*8:00 pm
*Later start time due to School Election
Tuesday, November 14
Parks-Rec Commission—6:30 pm
Tuesday, November 28
Planning Commission-7:00 pm
Attachments:
Just the Facts-Police Dept.
Oct 13, 2017
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Fire Department Open House is Saturday
Join members of the Fire Department at the annual Open House
being held on Saturday, Oct 14th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
There will be fire truck rides, fire prevention bingo, free hot
dogs and more. Plan to attend and support our fire department.
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Name the New Pedestrian Tunnel
The City is looking for a fun, creative label for the tunnel—to be referred to informally
by our community. Please, no names that are memorial, political, or “in honor of…”
Submit your entry at City Hall, or Email it to: namethetunnel@mendota-heights.com
The deadline is 4:30 pm October 23rd. Include your name and telephone.
The winner will be announced at the Grand Opening on Oct 27, 2017, at 11:30 am.
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Paper Shredding Event—October 21st, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon
Bring your confidential materials to the South St. Paul High School for
shredding. Remove 3-ring binders, binder clips, metal tabs on file folders.
South St. Paul High School, 700 2nd Street N, South St. Paul.
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Pumpkin Recycling
November 4th, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon
Drop off your pumpkins for recycling at the Henry Sibley High School,
1897 Delaware Ave.
-No painted pumpkins allowed -Remove all candle wax
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Do Your Part to Keep Leaves Out of the Street
Please be a good neighbor and do not rake, pile, or blow debris,
leaves or grass into the streets or storm drains. Depositing any
material from the boulevard or private property into the city street
is prohibited.
Go to https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/Environment/Residential/Organics/Pages/
yard-waste-disposal.aspx to see options for yard waste disposal sites.
Register for Youth Field Trips at www.mendota-heights.com or stop in at City Hall
Wed, October 18
Crayola Experience/Swimming
This field trip
has been cancelled.
Thurs, October 19
Horseback Riding and Hayride
Cost: $45 Ages: 8 and up (must be 52” in height to ride)
Bus: Departs 8:30 am and returns 3:00 pm
TIPS TO GREEN YOUR HALLOWEEN
1) Costumes
When possible, refrain from purchasing cheap plastic costumes that easily rip and break down,
ultimately ending up in the trash. Instead, raid your closet and unleash your creativity. Swapping
costumes with a friend will save you money and the headache of shopping. Need some kid-costume
inspiration? Check out this Country Living slideshow!
If you are looking to buy a new costume, shop thrift stores first. You’ll be supporting the second-hand
market and you’re bound to find some great deals along the way! For a list of thrift stores in the area
visit Dakota County’s website.
Don’t forget costume rentals!
• Twin Cities Magic & Costume (Robert Street, West St. Paul)
• Guthrie Theater (East Hennepin, Minneapolis)
Ripped, broken costumes? Take them to any H&M store in the mall for textile recycling.
2) Candy
Come on, who doesn’t love candy?! Realistically though, candy wrappers and bags create a lot of waste.
If you’re willing to be “that house” that hands out something different, here are some options for you:
• Pencils • Seed packets
• Coins (pennies or nickels) • Polished stones
• Friendship bracelets • Mandarin oranges
• Raisins • Honey sticks
• Granola bars • Juice boxes
• Crayons • Small Play-Doh tubs
If candy is a must-have for your holiday, consider purchasing candy made from more sustainable and
eco-friendly ingredients and practices:
• Unreal Candy
• Divine Chocolate
• Endangered Species Chocolate Bites
• Alter Eco Truffles
3) Decorations
Instead of buying new decorations every year, invest in a few favorite pieces to hold on to, and
complete your look with pumpkins and gourds. Purchase locally grown Minnesota pumpkins with help
from the Minnesotan Grown website. Spruce up your décor with acorns, pinecones and leaves that the
kids collect in a scavenger hunt. The best part? They can be composted at the end of the season for a
low-waste holiday!
FREE EVENT: West St. Paul, South St. Paul and Mendota Heights are having a joint pumpkin collection
event on November 4th at Henry Sibley High School from 9am-noon. Bring your pumpkins (no wax or
painted pumpkins allowed) or drop them off at one of Dakota County’s FREE organics drop sites.
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The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
OCTOBER 13, 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
Philip McCarty
Weston Raberge
Peter Renteria
Cara Hogan
Tony Patton
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
PREDATORY OFFENDERS vs Sex Offenders
When you hear the term “Predatory Offender”, you more than
likely immediately believe that person has committed a sexual
offense and must be a sexual predator. It is important we do not
classify the term “predatory offender” as just sexual offenses. There are
many other crimes against person acts that require an individual to register
as a predatory offender.
Predatory Offender Registration is required for certain crimes and for certain civil
commitments. The charge must result in a charge and conviction, or in the case of
juveniles, petition and adjudicated delinquent status, or in some cases civil
commitments. Registration must occur if they enter MN to reside, work or attend
school and plan to remain in state 14 days or longer.
Crimes requiring registration include felony sexual offense convictions as well as
felony and gross misdemeanor convictions of crimes against persons. These may
include crimes involving firearms, manslaughter, domestic assault or abuse, drugs,
robbery, burglary, kidnapping, malicious treatment of a child, and stalking/
harassment.
There are also criminal penalties for not registering or failing to update registration.
COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION ACT
The Community Notification Act requires assignment of a risk level to offenders
before they are released from confinement (M.S. 243.166). Assignment of risk
levels is the responsibility of the Minnesota Department of Corrections. The
Community Notification Act also requires that community notification of the
offender’s release occur in which the offender is to reside. Typically, Level 1 and 2
offender information is released to victims, witnesses and any organizations where
these individuals may be found; however, law enforcement may do a public
notification. Level 3 offenders require a broad public notification.
WHAT IS A RISK LEVEL?
Level 1—Least likelihood to re-offend
Level 2—Moderate likelihood to re-offend
Level 3—High likelihood to re-offend
Currently in Mendota Heights, we have seven predatory offenders living in the
community, two of which are Level 3 offenders. There are several others who just
work in the community.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT:
https://por.state.mn.us
www.mendota-heights.com
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ORDINANCE VIOLATION — 1xxx Riverside Ln 10/06/2017, 1100 HOURS
Officers responded to location on a dumping complaint. Upon arrival, officers located large plastic bags
with what appeared to be paint and drywall supplies. It was unknown who had left the litter. MH Public
Works Department picked up the litter to dispose of.
PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT — Delaware Ave/Emerson Ave 10/07/2017, 1645 HOURS
Officers responded to the area of Delaware and Emerson Ave on a two vehicle property damage crash.
No injuries, citations or tows.
MENTAL HEALTH/ASSAULT — 1xxx Northland Dr 10/08/2017, 1232 HOURS
Officers were called to location on a suicidal male threatening to jump from a second story balcony. While
en route, male did jump then locked himself in his car. Officers tried to calm the male as he was very
agitated and erratic suspecting narcotic use. Male resisted commands and was ultimately transported to
the hospital on a mental health hold.
BURGLARY — 2xxx Dodd Rd 10/09/2017, 0829 HOURS
Reporting party discovered the concession stand at the park had been entered. The overhead, roll -up door
for the concession window was found partially open. Once inside, the reporting party discovered nearly
$200 worth of product was missing. No suspects.
PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT — Dodd Rd/Marie Ave 10/09/2017, 1708 HOURS
Officer responded to a three vehicle accident. Witnesses state that a driver was seen speeding, passing
without caution and failed to stop for the stop sign. The vehicle struck another vehicle who had the right of
way and then suspect vehicle spun and struck another vehicle. Driver at fault was issued a citation.
DRUG PARPHERNALIA — Sibley Memorial Hwy/Wachtler Ave 10/09/2017, 1843 HOURS
A vehicle was found on the side of the road with its hazard lights on. Officers contacted the driver. Officers
could smell suspected marijuana so conducted a search of the vehicle. A small amount of marijuana was
found along with drug paraphernalia. A citation for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia was issued.
SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES — 7xx Hwy 110 10/11/2017, 1558 HOURS
Officer responded to location on a possible theft. Employee thought they believed items had been taken
but was unable to prove it. Case inactive.
THEFT — 1xxx Northland Dr 10/12/2017, 0641 HOURS
Officers responded to location on a theft of rims and tires report. An employee interrupted the theft and
then suspects fled. Employee was able to gather a suspect and vehicle description. Suspect gone on arrival.
MENTAL HEALTH — 2xxx Northland Dr 10/12/2017, 0809 HOURS
Officers were called to a business on a suspicion call. The reporting party was concerned about the mental
health of an employee that was terminated. RP witnessed some stranger behavior from the man and
thought there was potential of him hurting others. Officers attempted to make contact with the individual
but he could not be found.
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SUSPICIOUS PERSON — 1xxx Dodd Rd 10/12/2017, 0908 HOURS
Officer responded to location on a suspicious person that was seen walking around the day before. The
male was seen walking around the back of he building and then attempted to open the locked rear doors.
After he realized they were locked, left in his vehicle. A description was given of the male to keep an eye
out for.
FRAUD — 9xx Chippewa Ave 10/12/2017, 1333 HOURS
Officer took a report for credit card fraud. Unknown suspect charged over $2,000 worth of merchandise on
victims debit card. The financial institution is handling the investigation.
HARASSMENT — 7xx Navajo Ln 10/12/2017, 1446 HOURS
Officer responded to location on a harassment report. Officer met with reporting party who stated that he
received a harassing phone call from a past employee. Information was taken and a recording of the
voicemail was also taken.
DOMESTIC — 6xx Huber Dr 10/12/2017, 1626 HOURS
Officers responded to location on a 911 hang up. Officers arrived and could hear a male and female yelling
inside the residence. It was determined they were arguing about a cell phone and homework. Both agreed
to give each other space.
FOUND PROPERTY — 1xxx Delaware Ave 10/12/2017, 1733 HOURS
Officer responded to location on a found bicycle report. The bicycle’s VIN was ran and did not come back as
stolen. The bicycle was taken for safekeeping.
FRAUD — 1xxx Sibley Memorial Hwy 10/12/2017, 1854 HOURS
Officers were dispatched to location on a fraud report. The reporting party discovered there had been
fraudulent ATM withdrawals on her debit card. Her financial institution is investigating the case further. No
suspects at this time.
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10/06 – 10/12 2017 YTD
Calls for Service 179 7,633
Citations 16 732
Warnings 28 741
Police Reports 22 890
Response Time Average 5.04 5.47
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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!
NIGHTTIME PARKING
11/1 – 3/31
Cars off the street
2 am – 6 pm
MH CITY ORD 6-2-2H
PARKING DURING SNOW-
FALL
2” or more snowfall =
vehicles off streets
until it’s plowed curb to curb