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2018-03-16 Friday NewsCity of Mendota Heights Weekly Update Mendota Heights City Hall 1101 Victoria Curve www.mendota-heights.com (651) 452-1850 Hours: 8:00 am—4:30 pm PUBLIC MEETING DATES TO REMEMBER: Tuesday, March 20 City Council —7:00 pm Tuesday, March 27 Planning Commission—7:00 pm Tuesday, April 3 City Council —7:00 pm Tuesday, April 10 Parks and Rec Comm —6:30 pm Tuesday, April 17 City Council —7:00 pm Mar 16, 2018 Read the Mendota Heights North-South Mobility Study Dodd Road and Delaware Avenue serve as two main north-south connections in our city. With several developments planned adjacent to and along the corridors, traffic volumes are expected to rise prompting the need for improvements. This study identifies intersections that have existing deficiencies and are most affected by future development. The study recommends improvements for future planning efforts. The study is available at www.mendota-heights.com. Tennis and Par 3 Seasonal Positions Available Summer hiring is underway for tennis instructors and the Par 3 Golf Course. To learn more about these positions, visit www.mendota-heights.com/employment. Summer Playground Program The Summer Playground Program is back by popular demand. Check out our awesome themes including: Scavenger Hunt/Detective Week, Olympics Week, Ninja Warrior Week, Water Week and Nature Camp. This pro- gram is held at Mendakota Park for children ages 4-10. Registration is available at City Hall or online at www.mendota-heights.com . Visit us on Facebook and Twitter: Facebook.com/ MendotaHeightsMN Facebook.com/ MHParksandRec Facebook.com/ MendotaHeightsPD Twitter.com/ @Mendota_heights Residential Property Maintenance Regulations The City’s Planning Department is responsible for code enforcement related to zoning, including residential and commercial/industrial property maintenance. To promote awareness, the following is a list of common violations: Parked Vehicles: No more than four licensed, operable vehicles (including trail- ers) can be stored in the front yard of a residential lot. All vehicles must be parked on a paved surface. Junk Cars: Any motor vehicle which is not operable, must be parked within a structure on private property. Garbage/Recycling Container Screening: Containers must be stored inside a structure. They can be stored outside if they are fully screened by landscaping or fenc- ing and are not visible from the street or adjoining neighbors property. Weed/Grass Height: Any growth of weeds, grass or other vegetation over 12 inches is prohibited. For more information, contact City Hall at 651.452.1850. 1 The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department MARCH 16, 2018 CHIEF Kelly McCarthy SERGEANTS Eric Petersen Tanner Spicer Peyton Fleming POLICE OFFICERS John Larrive Todd Rosse Chad Willson Jeff VonFeldt Denise Urmann Philip McCarty Weston Raberge Peter Renteria Cara Hogan Tony Patton Ryan Yauch Tommy Albindia INVESTIGATIONS Nick Gorgos SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER Steve Hilyar COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER Eric Hagelee SUPPORT STAFF Kim Richter 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 REMAIN THE LIFE OF THE PARTY BY TAKING SOME LIFE-SAVING STEPS AND COMING HOME ALIVE STAY HYDRATED AND EAT! USE THE BUDDY SYSTEM AND DON’T GO ALONE PLAN A SOBER RIDE HOME AND HELP THEM STAY SOBER DON’T LEAVE YOUR DRINKS UNATTENDED TAKE CARE OF YOUR FRIENDS WHO ARE OVER THE LIMIT 2 PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT — Emerson Ave/Delaware Ave 03/09/2018, 1419 HOURS Officers were dispatched to a two‐vehicle property damage accident involving two drivers that were ﬁghƟng. WSP squads arrived on scene ﬁrst to collect informaƟon. Both vehicles had moderate damage and there were no injuries. DISTURBING THE PEACE — 8XX Hwy 13 03/09/2018, 2309 HOURS Officer noƟced a group of people arguing in the parking lot of a business. AŌer geƫng more informaƟon, the parƟes were separated and allowed to leave. CARELESS DRIVING/FAIL TO YIELD — Hwy 13/I‐35E 03/10/2018, 0154 HOURS While on rouƟne patrol, officer noƟced a vehicle fail to yield at a four way intersecƟon. A traffic stop was conducted. Driver showed signs of impairment, failed SFT’s and PBT and was placed under arrest for DWI. The vehicle was towed and the driver was transported to MHPD. The driver was read the Implied Consent and agreed to a second breath test which was tested below the legal limit. The driver was cited for Careless Driving and Failure to Yield and was transported to a hotel. FRAUD — 1XXX Eagle Ridge Dr. 03/12/2018, 1557 HOURS A resident came into the PD lobby to report fraud. Someone had forged a check for $2,300 made out to themselves. A search was made for the name on the check and the locaƟon that the check was deposited was also discovered. Case under invesƟgaƟon. THEFT — 5XX High Ridge 03/12/2018, 1947 HOURS Officer responded to a residence on a report of a theŌ. The homeowner stated that he had several packages delivered to his house that were stolen. His doorbell surveillance camera was triggered when a Coburn’s Delivers driver rang it, listened by the door then leaned over near the packages. The home was not expecƟng a Coburn’s delivery. Under invesƟgaƟon. THEFT — 1XXX Mendota Heights Rd. 03/12/2018, 2117 HOURS Officer responded to a local gas staƟon on a theŌ report. Employee stated that an adult male pumped $56.68 worth of fuel and then came into the gas staƟon, took motor oil, sea foam, Red Bull and Black & Mild cigars. The male then told the employee to go ahead and call the police because he was going to jail anyway and that it was his right to steal the items. He then leŌ. Vehicle and suspect descripƟon were gathered. Under invesƟgaƟon. TOBACCO VIOLATION — 1XXX Delaware Ave 03/13/2018, 1014 HOURS School Resource Officer was noƟﬁed of a juvenile male who was in possession of tobacco and a tobacco electronic delivery device. The juvenile was issued a citaƟon for Use of Tobacco. HARASSING COMMUNICATION — 7XX Mohican Ln. 03/14/2018, 1824 HOURS ReporƟng party states that harassing messages via Facebook were sent to her and her family saying “karma is coming,” from the mother of her step‐daughter. This is not the ﬁrst instance MHPD officers have had with the parƟes. Sent for formal charging. 3 #1—It’s the LAW! Yep, under city code 5‐3‐1: hƩp://www.sterlingcodiﬁers.com/ codebook/index.php?book_id=668 #2— Protects them from temptaƟons Dogs can’t help themselves around squirrels, people, cars #3—Liability Dog bites = insurance, vet bills and more #4—Protects your dog, other dogs and people #5—Set a good example 03/09 – 03/15 2018 YTD Calls for Service 204 2089 Citations 38 314 Warnings 25 260 Police Reports 18 196 Response Time Average 6.61 7.07 Check out the MH Crime Map! Click below to search your neighborhood: https://www.raidsonline.com 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!