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2019-04-12 Friday NewsPublic Meeting Announcement The Planning Commission Workshop to discuss the 2040 Comprehensive Plan has been rescheduled to 6:00pm on Monday, April 15, taking place in the City Hall Council Chambers. The original workshop scheduled for Thursday, April 11 was postponed due to weather concerns. 15 APR MAC Quarterly Airport Listening Session There will be a community listening session, arranged by the cities of Mendota Heights and Sunfish Lake, on Wednesday, April 24, 7:00pm to 9:00pm in Mendota Heights’ City Hall Council Chambers. Attendees are encouraged to submit any comments or questions prior to the session using an online form: https://www.macnoise.com/our- neighbors/public-input-meeting-form. This session will be available to watch live and on demand https://www.townsquare.tv/webstreaming and on cable Channel 18. 24 APR Invitation for Request for Proposals— Residential or Commercial Development Opportunity The City of Mendota Heights is seeking Request for Proposals (RFP) of a new development opportunity on city-owned lands, located in The Village at Mendota Heights (near the NE quadrant of Hwy. 62 and Dodd Road). These parcels were acquired by the city a number of years ago, and the City Council will be selecting a developer – or team, to bring a development concept to the city. To view the Request for Proposal information and details including location, parameters of the proposal and anticipated schedule: https://www.mendota-heights.com/vertical/Sites/%7BA0FB05B5-4CF8-4485- 84AA-0C48D0BC98D7%7D/uploads/RFP_Village_Lots_042019.pdf. For questions please contact Community Development Director Tim Benetti at (651) 255-1142 • timb@mendota-heights.com, or Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek at (651) 255-1152 • ryanr@mendota-heights.com. April 12, 2019 from the City of Mendota Heights Upcoming Public Meeting Dates April 15 Planning Comm Workshop | 6:00 pm April 16 Public reception honoring Jerry Murphy Community Service Award Recipient Mr. McKasy | 6:00-7:00pm City Council Mtg | 7:00pm (To include Jerry Murphy Community Service Award Presentation) April 17 Airport Rel Comm Mtg | 7:00pm April 19 Public Works Closed (City Hall Open) April 23 Planning Comm Mtg | 7:00pm April 24 MAC Airport Listening Session | 7:00pm Mendota Heights City Hall 1101 Victoria Curve www.mendota-heights.com 651.452.1850 Hours: 8:00 am—4:30 pm Stay Connected: Facebook.com/ MendotaHeightsMN Facebook.com/ MHParksandRec Facebook.com/ MendotaHeightsPD Twitter.com/ @mendota_heights Twitter.com/ @mheightsPD FRIDAY NEWS Public Reception & Jerry Murphy Community Service Award Ceremony Honoring Mr. Bert McKasy The public is invited to attend a reception honoring the 2019 Jerry Murphy Community Service Award recipient Mr. Bert McKasy, from 6-7pm on Tuesday, April 16 at City Hall. Following the reception, the award will be presented in memoriam to the family of Mr. McKasy during the City Council meeting at 7pm. As a forty-five-year resident of Mendota Heights, Mr. McKasy volunteered on a local level, working with Jerry Murphy to establish and grow the Mendota Heights Community Criminal Apprehension Fund (MCCAF), an organization dedicated to crime prevention through community and police partnerships. He was also one of the founding members of the Mendota Heights Foundation, which is in the final stages of its legal organization process. Once registered, The Mendota Heights Foundation will be able to accept and make philanthropic donations which will benefit the Mendota Heights community. 16 APR Mendota Heights Parks—Updated Tobacco Policy On April 2, the City Council adopted Ordinance 539 updating the Tobacco-Free Policy in city parks. Parks have had a tobacco-free policy since 2006; the new policy added restrictions for all forms of tobacco use including E-cigarettes and chewing tobacco. The ordinance is currently in effect, and new signs will be posted in the parks in the near future. For more information: City Code: Title 8, Chapter 4. Saturday, April 27 | 10am-12pm Spend the morning at Mendakota Park, Rogers Lake, or Valley Park assisting with garbage and landscape debris removal, raking, clearing sediment, buckthorn removal, and more. There will be kid-friendly and adult-only tasks available. Volunteers should bring work gloves, wear closed-toe shoes, and appropriate clothing. Work equipment, bags, and safety vests will be provided as needed. At 11:30am volunteers will gather at Mendakota Park for a tree planting (weather permitting) and appreciation with snacks, beverages, and games. Register online: https:// secure.rec1.com/MN/mendota-heights- mn/catalog Or register by contacting Natural Resources Technician Krista Spreiter at 651.255.1123 | kspreiter@mendota- heights.com. Waiver forms will also be available at the parks on event day for on-site registration. Register Today for the Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K Walk/Run Supporting Special Olympics Minnesota Saturday, June 1 Registration: 7-8:30am | 5K Start Time: 9am @ The Village at Mendota Heights intersection of Main Street & Market Square Support more than 8,200 athletes of Special Olympics of Minnesota by participating in the 5K on Saturday, June 1. Proceeds support year-round sports training and competition for these talented athletes. Registration is $25 before 6pm on May 31, or $30 on the day of the event. Participants will receive a T-shirt and have an opportunity to compete for awards in age categories 19 and under, 20-49 Open Division, and 50+ Master Division. There will be an awards ceremony and prize drawing upon conclusion of the race near the finish line. Register online: https://secure.rec1.com/MN/mendota-heights-mn/catalog or in- person at City Hall. Registration forms are available on the City website and at the City Hall counter. 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update The Comprehensive Plan is an official and formal document adopted by the City every 10 years, and contains the City’s goals and policies as they relate to land use, housing, parks and open space, transportation, utilities, and other issues. The Comprehensive Plan provides a general future plan or guide for the community from 2020 to 2040. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan update is now underway. To learn more visit: https://www.mendota-heights.com/ index.asp?SEC=320D5DB8-C925-4819-9DF2-BE3231E48499 Upcoming Meetings: Planning Commission Workshop April 15 | 6:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers to focus on Chapter 10 Implementation (rescheduled from April 11) If you have any questions on the proposed comprehensive plan update or meetings, please call Community Development Director Tim Benetti at 651.255.1142 or email timb@mendota-heights.com. Parks Celebration Sponsorship is Open Calling all businesses and organizations! The City is seeking sponsors for the annual Parks Celebration Event; sponsorships are a wonderful way to connect with the local community. Sponsors have the opportunity to host a community movie night kickoff on May 31, host a booth at the Parks Celebration event June 1, or simply make a donation to support this family-fun event. Donations cover event expenses such as bounce houses, face painting, a petting zoo, and more. Details online at: https://www.mendota-heights.com/index.asp?SEC=7C35E4A1-2207-41B6- 8565-84AB5DC7C90A&DE=3E0EC6C7-DF58-485A-9953-40A23B09A83C FREE Landscaping for Clean Water Workshops Would you like to learn how to design a native garden, create a raingarden, or lakeshore stabilization buffer? The Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District is offering FREE introductory workshops on creating beautiful gardens to keep our waters clean. Workshops begin run through June. More information/online registration: www.DakotaSWCD.org/ CleanWater_Form.html. Accepting Applications for a Natural Resources/GIS Intern The Natural Resources/GIS Intern assists the Natural Resources Technician and Engineering staff with planning, administration, and implementation of programs relating to water resources, upland habitat management, and forestry. The position will also assist with general engineering projects and GIS work. The Natural Resources/GIS Intern reports to the Public Works Director. Minimum Qualifications:  Enrollment in an accredited college or university program in a natural resources, biology, geography or engineering related field with a minimum of one year of course work completed.  Experience in native plant identification, habitat management, and water resources.  Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD desirable.  Valid MN Driver’s License and a good driving record. Hourly Rate: $12.00 to $15.00 per hour, depending on qualifications Length of Internship: Up to 40 hours per week for 13-15 weeks, depending on student's school schedule. For more information and application instructions, visit https://www.mendota-heights.com/employment. Application materials accepted until position is filled. Senior Housing Waiting Lists Opening April 15 Dakota County Community Development Agency's Senior Housing Program provides affordable rental housing to Dakota County's growing and active senior population, and serves adults age 62 and older. Waiting lists for 2-bedroom units at the Parkview Plaza and Village Commons in Mendota Heights will open at 9am on April 15. In addition to Mendota Heights, properties will open in Farmington, Hastings, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Rosemount, West St. Paul, and South St. Paul. For more information review the CDA’s Senior Housing Waiting Lists flier. Additional details, program eligibility requirements, and application instructions are available at www.myhousing.dakotacda.org. City Hall— Business Hours Change To provide improved service, the City Council has approved summer business hours at City Hall. These hours better accommodate contractor and resident needs for an earlier opening time during the busy summer season. The new hours will go into effect Monday, April 29 and run through Friday, Sept. 27. Please note that these hours do not affect MHPD or Public Works building hours. The lower level doors to the police area at City Hall will remain open 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday thru Friday, for assistance with police-related business. City Hall Summer Business Hours April 29 –Sept 27 Monday thru Thursday 7:00am-4:30pm Friday 7:00am-11:30am Police Department Business Hours Monday thru Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Now Hiring for Summer Seasonal Positions The City is currently accepting applications for the following seasonal positions: Public Works: maintenance workers Par 3 Golf Course: golf assistants Recreation: playground assistants Visit https://www.mendota-heights.com/ employment for more information, application materials and instructions. Positions are open until filled. Spring/Summer ** Registration is Open ** https://secure.rec1.com/MN/mendota- heights-mn/catalog  Golf lessons  Golf leagues  Tennis lessons  Tennis leagues  Field trips  Summer camps  Sports Unlimited camps  Summer playground program Mendota Heights Par 3 Update The Par 3 opened April 9, however due to weather conditions is currently closed. Stay tuned to the City’s website and social media to be the first to play when it reopens! The Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course is a 9-hole, par 27 golf course owned and operated by the City of Mendota Heights. The course features a forgiving layout and caters to golfers of all ages. In addition to golf, the Par 3 offer a 9-hole footgolf course. Footgolf is a combination of golf and soccer. Bring your own ball or rent one at the course. Call 651.454.9822 to schedule a tee time Tee times are recommended for golf and footgolf. Visit https:// www.mendota-heights.com/par3 for current rates. The course is located at 1695 Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. Recreation Fee Assistance Program Available A Recreation Fee Assistance Program is available to eligible Mendota Heights residents for participation in recreation programs. Visit https://www.mendota- heights.com/parksrecreation for qualification details, eligible program information, and an application. For more information contact Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence: meredithl@mendota-heights.com | 651.255.1354 Parks & Recreation From the Archives The Mendota Bridge under reconstruction—1994. New Recreation Registration Software Registration for spring and summer recreation programs is open through a new CivicRec software system. Users will need to create a new account in order to register. Create an account and view youth and adult programs at: https://secure.rec1.com/MN/mendota-heights-mn/ catalog. Cut out and post this handy picture guide of what CAN be recycled at your home/workplace. Tip: lids, caps & product labels, envelope windows and staples can be included with recycling. Spring Clean-Up Day Saturday, May 4 8am -12 pm @ Mendakota Park, 2171 Dodd Road Keep the community clean by environmentally disposing of broken and unwanted items! Review pricing below for specific disposal costs. The City has partnered with Dakota County to make this event more affordable, with reduced pricing on many items versus prior years. This event is limited to Mendota Heights, Lilydale, Mendota and Sunfish Lake residents only. Identification is required to verify your address. Materials Accepted Miscellaneous Car Load ……….………. $ 6 SUV/Mini Van Load ……..$ 9 Pickup Load ……………. $13 Trailer Load (4x4x8) …... $24 Mattress/box spring (ea).. $10 Appliance..……………….$ 9 Appliance w/ Freon …..…$10 Tire without rim …. …...$ 6 Tire with rim …………... $10 Scrap metals …………… Free Bicycles ………………… Free Electronics Microwave……………….$ 7 Lamp/fan ……… …..…....$ 3 Scanner/fax machine...….. $ 5 Inkjet printer…………… $ 9 All-in-one printer………. $12 LCD/Plasma TV………… $ 9 Tube-style TV monitor…$15 Flat Screen Monitor……..$ 8 Add $20 if screen is broken VCR/DVD player……….. Free Land phone……………... Free Small appliances (toaster, clock, blender, etc.)…... Free NOT ACCEPTED: yard waste, items that can be recycled curbside, household hazardous waste, business waste, and contractor/home remodeling debris. For disposal of items not accepted, check the Green Guide: https:// www.co.dakota.mn.us/Environment/RecyclingDisposalGuide/Pages/ default.aspx Payment by cash or check only. For residents of: Mendota Heights Mendota Lilydale Sunfish Lake Friends of the Parks and Trails Plant Sale thru April 19 Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County is offering a selection of trees, shrubs, vines, and roses for your yard or balcony. Included in the sale are the usual favorites, as well as blueberries, currants, plum, redbud, maple, elm, blue spruce, lilac, hydrangea, clematis, mock orange, and many other varieties. With a focus on pollinator- friendly plants, new this year is the perennial native liatris (commonly known as blazing star) – a favorite of monarch butterflies and other pollinators. Purchase for yourself, or donate a Tribute Tree as a gift or memorial which is then planted in a Mendota Heights Park (or other park of your choosing). Order online at https:// shop.friendsoftheparks.org/annual- tree-sale or pick up a brochure at City Hall during business hours. Orders must be placed and paid for by April 19, and are picked up on May 4, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, in Maplewood. Tribute Trees are available to purchase year-round and are selected, placed, and planted by park staff in the spring following the purchase. Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that has been promoting and protecting parks, trails, and open space for 34 years. Donations to the parks are tax- deductible. For more information visit Dakota County Offering Free Water Testing Kit and Open Houses Attend an Open House hosted by Dakota County on Tuesday, April 30, 5-8pm at the Dakota Lodge in Thompson Park. Complete a survey and receive a free water test kit for lead. The kit is for city water or private well use. At the Open House, you can share your ideas on groundwater and land conservation in Dakota County. There are additional Open Houses coming up in Farmington, Hampton, and Hastings for private well owners to bring a water sample to for a nitrate test and results while they wait. Learn more: www.dakotacounty.us, search “Groundwater Plan” or “Land Conservation Plan.” Order your tree today at: http://treetrust.org/get-a-tree/mendotaheights/ Mendota Heights Residents Tree Sale Thru May 11 Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale Don’t miss the Recycling Association of Minnesota’s annual compost bin & rain barrel sale! Dakota County Residents can enjoy 30% off of their order by applying promo code “Dakota” at check out. Orders will need to be picked up at your selected distribution site. The closest pick-up locations are April 27 in Maplewood, or June 1 in St. Paul. Learn more and order online: https://recycleminnesota.org/work/compost-bins-rain-barrels/ Prevent Oak Wilt— Avoid Pruning Oaks Until Midsummer As of April 4, the state of Minnesota is in a high risk period for oak wilt. It is recommended to avoid pruning or wounding oaks until midsummer to reduce the risk of a new oak wilt outbreak. Learn more: http://www.myminnesotawoods.umn.edu/ oak-wilt/ Want to Learn More About Recycling & Waste Management in Dakota County? Register Today for Tour de Trash Friday, May 17 8:30am-3pm Tour beings at Lebanon Hills Visitor Center Cost: $10 covers busing and lunch The Tour de Trash is a half-day field trip to local waste and recycling facilities. Participants will visit a landfill, compost site, recycling center, and The Recycling Zone. This event is open to all Dakota County residents ages 16 and over. Learn more & register: https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/ Spread the Word— Subscribe to Weekly City News Online Visit www.mendota-heights.com. Go to Our City/City Publications/Subscribe to Friday News For subscription removals or other questions, please email Communications Coordinator Sharon Deziel at sharond@mendota-heights.com. The New Adopt-a-Drain Program is coming to a Storm Drain near You! Have you taken a look around your street lately? Is your street filled with sediment, leaves, grass clippings, or other debris? While leaves and grass clippings seem ‘natural’, when it comes to surface water quality, they are considered a pollutant, because they add more nutrients to our surface waters and cause harmful algal blooms, and lower oxygen levels. This can be harmful to animals, people, and aquatic life. Everything that’s in the street, including leaves, grass clippings, sediment, oil, gas, and garbage all find their way to our lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands, often untreated. Now there is a new program that is available to Mendota Heights residents, created by Hamline University and the Metro Watershed Partners. This program allows citizens to take action to improve water quality in their community. The program is called Adopt-A-Drain and signing up is simple! Just click on the link below, enter your address, and choose a drain near your house. When you volunteer to adopt a storm drain, you are helping to keep harmful pollutants and nutrients out of lakes, wetlands, rivers, and streams that cause excess algae blooms. These blooms block sunlight and prohibit the growth of plants that provide habitat, as well as depleting much needed oxygen for fish and aquatic life. Adopting a storm drain simply involves keeping it free of sediment, trash, leaves, and other debris by sweeping and collecting it at least twice a month. Please use caution and follow the safety procedures on the Adopt-a-Drain website. You can even track how much you are collecting using the website. It is a simple, easy way you can help do your part to improve water quality in our community! Online sign-up at: https://www.adopt-a-drain.org/   1   The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department APRIL 12, 2019 CHIEF Kelly McCarthy CAPTAIN Wayne Wegener SERGEANTS Eric Petersen Tanner Spicer Peyton Fleming POLICE OFFICERS John Larrive Todd Rosse Chad Willson Jeff VonFeldt Philip McCarty Weston Raberge Peter Renteria Cara Hogan Tony Patton Ryan Yauch Tommy Albindia Eric Hagelee Leif Vandersteen INVESTIGATIONS Nick Gorgos SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER Steve Hilyar COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER Josh Rosenberry 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 Mike VerWay Speed  limits  on  MN  roads  are  set  based  upon  typical  roadways  under  ideal            condiƟons MN  Statute  169.14.    All  other  speed  limits  are  set  by  the  DOT            Commissioner based upon an engineering and traffic invesƟgaƟon.  The following  factors are considered:  Road type and condiƟon  LocaƟon and type of access points (intersecƟons, entrances, etc.)  Sufficient length of roadway (1/4 mile minimum)  ExisƟng traffic control devices (signs, signals, etc.)  Crash history/traffic volume/sight distances (curve, hill, etc.)  Test drive results/speed study    What are the most current common speed limits? 10 mph in alleys  30 mph on streets in urban districts  55 mph on other roads  65 mph on expressways  65 mph on urban interstate highways  70 mph on rural interstate highways    There are a few different speed signs to recognize:   Regulatory Speed Sign  Advisory Speed Sign  School Zone Speed Work Zone Speed Sign    2       THEFT FROM MAILBOX — 1X HINGHAM CIRCLE 04/05/19, 1614 HOURS Officers were dispatched on report of mail lying across several yards on the 10 block of Hingham Circle. Officers      collected the mail and returned it to the owner. No mail is known to be missing at this Ɵme. It appeared that other  mailboxes had been gone through as well.    3RD DEG DWI — 9XX DOUGLAS RD 04/05/19, 0149 HOURS Officer conducted a traffic stop for an equipment violaƟon on the 900 block of Douglas Road. While speaking with  the driver, the officer could smell a strong odor of consumed alcoholic beverage coming from inside the vehicle. The  officer conducted a field sobriety test on the driver who was subsequently arrested. Driver was transported to the  Dakota County Jail where he was booked for 3rd Degree Gross Misdemeanor DWI. The vehicle was legally parked on  the side of the road.     THEFT FROM MV — 21XX SIBLEY MEMORIAL HWY 04/05/19, 0915 HOURS Officer responded to the report of a theŌ from motor vehicle on the 2100 block of Highway 13. The vicƟm reported a  credit card was stolen from his vehicle someƟme during the day. There is no suspect informaƟon at this point.    CIVIL ASSIST — 13XX NORTHLAND DR 04/06/19, 2115 HOURS Officers responded to the 1300 block of Northland Dr on reports of a disturbance at a hotel. Upon arrival it was      determined that the taxi cab driver was over‐charging riders for their fares. Because no transacƟons had taken place  the driver was paid the correct amount and a stern warning was given.    DETOX — 7XX HIGHWAY 62 04/07/19, 1321 HOURS Officers  responded  to  an  intoxicated  person  causing  a  disturbance  on  the  700  block  of  Highway  62.  Officers             determined that the party was intoxicated and unable to care for himself. He was ulƟmately transported to Ramsey  County Detox and placed on a Detox Hold.    ILLEGAL DUMPING — 7XX SIBLEY MEMORIAL HWY 04/07/19, 0826 HOURS Discovered an abandoned boat on private property. Spoke to the owner of the property and the boat. It has been  removed. Case Status: Closed/Civil.     4TH DEG DWI — I35E/MENDOTA HEIGHTS RD 04/08/19, 0053 HOURS While patrolling the area of Interstate 35E and Mendota Heights Rd officers stopped a vehicle for speeding and    crossing over the lane lines. Field sobriety tests were performed and the driver was arrested for DWI.  Driver was  transported to the Dakota County Jail.    DAR/NO INSURANCE — LEXINGTON AVE/MARIE AVE 04/09/19, 0002 HOURS Officer conducted a traffic stop near the intersecƟon of Lexington Avenue and Marie Avenue. The adult male driver  of the vehicle was found to have a revoked driver's license, and  the  vehicle  was  uninsured.  The  vehicle  was             impounded and the driver cited.   3       CRISIS — 13XX SIBLEY MEMORIAL HWY 04/09/19, 2128 HOURS Officer was dispatched to a report of a male on the trail who appeared to be going through withdrawals. Officer      located the male and aƩempted to gather informaƟon from him. The male was in an altered mental state and he  could not answer simple quesƟons such as his name. The male was considered a danger to himself and transported  to Regions Hospital for evaluaƟon.     STOP ARM VIOLATION — MENDAKOTA CT/MENDAKOTA DR 04/10/19, 0820 HOURS ISD 197 faxed a school bus stop arm violaƟon form to the police department. The incident took place on 04‐09‐2019  at 1538 hours, near the intersecƟon of Mendakota Dr. and Mendakota Ct. Through invesƟgaƟon, the driver will be  mailed a citaƟon for the offense.    TAMPER W/MV — 13XX 2 ST 04/10/19, 0905 HOURS Officers responded to a phone call request on a damage to property call from the 1300 block of 2nd St in Mendota.  Damage was done to the frame of the door as the suspect tried to pry open the door. Access to the vehicle was not  gained and nothing was stolen. No suspects are known at this Ɵme.    DOMESTIC ASSAULT — 13XX NORTHLAND DR 04/07/19, 1955 HOURS Officers responded to a reported domesƟc assault in progress on the 1300 block of Northland Drive. When Officers  arrived they could hear a party crying inside and another party screaming. Officers eventually entered the unit and  arrested an adult male for domesƟc assault. The male was transported to the Dakota County Jail. FRAUD — 11XX VICTORIA CURVE 04/10/19, 1613 HOURS Officers responded to the police department on a walk in fraud report. Resident lost their card at a shopping center  and it has been fraudulently used since. The total charges have amounted to over $4000. Officers are waiƟng for  more informaƟon from the card company to narrow down locaƟons the card was used.    DISORDERLY CONDUCT — 18XX DELAWARE AVE 04/10/19, 1240 HOURS Responded to the 1800 block of Delaware Av to invesƟgate a possible theŌ involving two juveniles. Both juveniles  became disorderly during the invesƟgaƟon and one of them assaulted an officer. Both juveniles were subsequently  released to their parent/guardian. Case to be forwarded to County AƩorney for charging consideraƟon.          4   04/05 ‐ 04/11 2019 YTD Calls for Service 205 3,380 Police Reports 19 315 Citations 37 467 Warnings 38 798 Response Time Average 5.46 6.62 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 Vacation/House Check Request online form is available on our website; you can also complete a form found in our lobby, or simply give us a call! MHPD offers a Medication Disposal Box in the lobby of the PD where Dakota County residents can safely & anonymously dispose of their prescription drug medication. This program is mainly meant to keep narcotics off the streets and dispose of medications in environmentally sound ways. ** No needles/sharps. Visit the Green Guide for tips. ** Please visit the Dakota County Recycling Zone for helpful resources for all safe disposal solutions. Car Seat Checks—TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE Please visit the MN DPS for more information. Questions/Comments? Email us at: pdrecords@ mendota-heights.com Questions? Call our Non-Emergency Line @ 651.452.1366. Need Public Safety Response? Call 911 LƒçėÙù փ‘»›ãÝ are         designed to dissolve in    water, so when they come  in contact with a child’s  wet hands or mouth, they  start to dissolve and         release the concentrated  liquid.   FACTS In 2017, there were 10,585  calls to poison control    centers related to laundry  packet incidents involving  young children—more than  one every hour.   More than 400 children are  hospitalized each year aŌer  geƫng into laundry       packets.   SAFETY TIPS Keep laundry packets out  of children’s reach and  sight.  Keep packets in their       original container and keep  it closed.   Do the same for              dishwasher packets.   If a child gets into laundry  packets, call the Poison  Control Help Line pronto:  1‐800‐222‐1222