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2009-02-10 Parks and Rec Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Tuesday, February 10, 2009 — 6:30 P.M. City Council Chambers 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of January 13, 2009, Minutes 4. Recreation Programmers Report (Available Tuesday) 5. Introduction of Jolui Mazzitello, Public Works Director 6. Trail Request for Minnesota Constitutional Dollars 7. Discussion of Eugenia Avenue Trail (Available Tuesday) 8. Review of Current Web Content 9. Par 3 Annual Report 10. Commission Comments 11. Adjourn Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available at least 120 hours in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hours is received, the City of Mendota Heights will make every attempt to provide the aids. This may not, however, be possible on short notice. Please contact City Administration at 651-452-1850. Meetings can be viewed on the City website www.mendota-heights.com Draft CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA PARKS AND RECREATION MEETING January 13, 2009 The January 2009 meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on Tuesday, November 13, 2009, in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 P.M. The following Commissioners were present, Chair Paul Portz, Tom Kraus, Ray Morris, Larry Craighead, Maureen Brackey and Liz O'Brien. Staff present were: Jake Sedlacek, Assistant to the City Administrator, Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager, Teresa Gangelhoff, Recreation Programmer, and Nancy Bauer, Recording Secretary. MINUTES: Commissioner Brackey made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Commissioner O'Brien. AYES: 7 NAYES: 0 PARKS AND RECREATION REPORT Chair Portz reported that the winter youth trip was bowling and a movie. Ms. Gangelhoff reported that South St. Paul's spring break is a different date than Mendota Heights' and an activity that would require a bus was not feasible. A program is being planned with Boltz's Tae Kwon Do in Mendota Heights on April 6th with lessons, games and lunch. Also a fun day is being planned on April 7th at the Thompson Park Activity Center with West St. Paul Park and Recreation including lunch, craft station and a Mario Kart Wii tournament. Ms. Gangelhoff also reported that the simple steps program is back with participants tracking their activity and a chance to win prizes. Registration starts on April 1 st on line. Chair Portz said the school flyer went out in mid December. Gymnastics has started and another session will be starting. Skating lessons are also under way with 31 children. The parks celebration is June 6, 2009. Ms. Gangelhoff reported that the school districts 150th anniversary celebration has been scaled down because of budget issues. There will be a vintage baseball game, free cake and music provided by students and alumni that will be at Mendakota Park. Chair Portz said it should be a good parks celebration with a good turnout. Mr. Sedlacek said that volunteers are always needed for the park celebration and contact Ms. Gangelhoff to volunteer. P-1 1/13/09 Draft Chair Portz says he volunteers at the park celebration and it's good to see all the families and kids come out and it's always fun. Chair Portz asked if the ice rinks were good. Ms. Gangelhoff reported the rinks were opened on December 12th. The earliest she remembers them opening. They were closed a few days because of below zero temperatures. Commissioner Brackey asked how the Marie rink was being flooded with the hydrant broken. Ms. Gangelhoff reported that the hydrant across the street is being used. The broken hydrant will not be fixed until after the season is over. Marie is in rough shape. Commissioner O'Brien asked if there were problems with flooding at the Friendly Hills rink. Ms. Gangelhoff reported that it was not freezing right and it cracks and crumbles because of the weather. There is blacktop under the rink. Mr. Blum is trying to address the issue at Friendly Hills. Chair Portz commented that there is a new tennis coach for 2009 and is interested to see how the program is run. Ms. Gangelhoff says it will be the same tennis program as last year and at the end of the season the program will be reevaluated. Chair Portz asked if national night to register for tennis was a new program. Ms. Gangelhoff responded that it was and participants can register for all recreation programs that night. She is thinking of holding the registration at the Par 3 clubhouse on March 2, 2009. Mr. Sedlacek added that on line registration is coming soon to the City's website with Revtrak. Commissioner Morris asked how much it cost. Mr. Sedlacek responded that there is a 3% fee per transaction. It should be coming soon in the next month or two. City staff will load in program offerings and Revtrak will take the registration and send a check and list of people registered. There will be a lot of reporting opportunities. It will be a benefit to the citizens to register any time from the office or home. Commissioner Morris asked where Revtrak was based. Mr. Sedlacek responded they are a twin cities company. The City of Hutchinson is one of their clients. It could be expanded to include tee times at the Par 3 and other things. Chair Portz reported some of the upcoming summer programs are safety camp, golf programs, tennis programs, skateboard camp, soccer camp, and performances in the parks, summer playhouse and the fishing derby. Ms. Gangelhoff said a twins game is being planned on a giant screen outdoors on June 5th at the Village of Mendota Heights. It would be like tailgating party. P_2 1/13/09 Draft Chair Portz commented on the recreation programmers report being a very good report and there being a lot of activities. SUMMER AND FALL PROGRAMS Mr. Sedlacek said a couple of commissioners asked about looking at what programs are being offered and what might be offered. Some of the things to look at would be what is being offered and the cost of these programs. Unfortunately, a report has not been done yet and asked if there was an interest from the Commission to look into these questions with a subcommittee or the whole commission? Chair Portz said it's a good idea to look at and Ms. Gangelhoff does all the programming. Mr. Sedlacek said that Ms. Gangelhoff is a part time employee and remind the Commission that former Chair Spicer always lobbied for a full time person. If adding any new programs, Ms. Gangelhoffs time would need to be looked at to make new programs work. Commissioner O'Brien said it was discussed to ask the community if they would like to see anything added to the recreation programs to generate new ideas. Mr. Sedlacek said the next Heights Hilites is going to print tomorrow maybe a small article could be put in. An email account could be set up for residents to give feedback on recreation programs. Commissioner Morris asked if the parks had a page on the website and maybe set up a link to geocaching. Mr. Sedlacek said there is some information on the parks. The City is hoping to redesign their website. Commissioner Morris said it would be nice to have a page or two for the parks on the website. Mr. Sedlacek said the current web pages could be brought to the February Parks and Recreation Commission meeting for discussion and ideas. Commissioner O'Brien asked when the summer programs are finalized. Ms. Gangelhoff responded mid February for the flyers to get out to the schools. Mr. Sedlacek said the last community survey was done in 1985 for the referendum process. Chair Portz asked where geocaching was at. Ms. Gangelhoff said it was a program she was looking at but the units are about $100.00. She was thinking of holding a class on geocaching. Commissioner Morris suggested having a group come in and talk about geocaching. Ms. Gangelhoff said maybe Gander Mountain could come in and talk about it at the parks celebration. P-3 1/13/09 Draft PAR 3 Mr. Sedlacek reported that 10% of his time is funded from the golf course. That is the correct amount of time. The annual report will be ready for the February meeting. The 2007 format will be used for the 2008 annual report. Commissioner Morris asked if the annual report was posted on the website. Mr. Sedlacek said it was not and should be. Chair Portz liked the format of the report in 2007. Mr. Sedlacek reported that the addition is complete at the Par 3. The addition took most of the summer and fall. The green fees committee met and came up with expenditures for the next three years. Some of the expenditures for 2009 would be: clubhouse carpet $1,500, clubhouse roof (if necessary) $6,000, clubhouse light fixtures $500, course monument sign $3,000, course misc. landscaping $1,000, course tree maintenance $2,000, course tee signs $3,000, hitting mats, $500, building sheet rock in maintenance building $1,500, cage for mech. tools $2,500, and equipment mower $11,000 for a total $32,500. There are no burning issues except for the tee signs. When the numbers come in for 2008 some decision can be made about expenditures. There is no insulation in the roof and would only be needed if the building were to be used in the winter. 2010 expenditures could be patio furniture $2,000, hot water heater $500, extend heat $3,000, tree maintenance $2,000, clean storm water pond $3,000, misc. landscaping $1,000, pond feature $3,000 and mower $11,000 for a total of $25,500. 2011 expenditures could be misc. landscaping $1,000, maintenance restroom, $2,000, wash pad for equipment $15,000, clubhouse heat $3,000, fence on property line $5,000 for a total of $23,000. Mr. Kullander pointed out that natural gas heaters for the maintenance building should be considered maybe in 2012. There is no heat in the maintenance building right now except for portable heaters. It does need to be heated for the sprinkler system room. Chair Portz said good progress has been made at the Par 3. The first year was focused on safety and water. Last year a bathroom was added and brought up to code. Mr. Sedlacek said the big expenses are mowers. The machinery is old at the Par 3 and don't get a lot of hours. They are not the highest priority. The mower scheduled to be replaced in 2009 is the rough mower. If it does die some parks equipment can be used as a back up. There is time to make the decision. The fairway mower was replaced last year. Commissioner Morris asked if there was air conditioning in the club house. Mr. Sedlacek responded there was. Commissioner Morris responded it would be nice to have insulation to save energy. Mr. Sedlacek said the Greens Committee met with a landscape architect, who is excited to provide a landscape plan for around the clubhouse. She's going to submit a couple of plans to the Greens Committee who will forward a recommendation to the Parks and Recreation Commission. P_4 1/13/09 Draft Mr. Sedlacek reported that the Greens Committee is also talking about the Mendota Invitational for Council members, Commission members, staff members, and families with a shot gun start. A Saturday in May is being planned. The Mendota Open is also being discussed for kids to be held in mid June. A couple of individuals have offered to help coordinate the event. It could easily draw a lot of kids. Commissioner O'Brien asked what ages were being discussed. Mr. Sedlacek responded that hasn't been decided yet. Chair Portz was thinking of having two flights based on age — one would be 5, 6 & 7 the other 8, 9 & 10. Commissioner Brackey asked if the Greens Committee was working on the Mendota Open. Mr. Sedlacek said they were. He also reported that Jerry Murphy and Tom Perkins were excited to come back and work at the Par 3. Commissioner O'Brien asked if something could be put in the Heights Hilites about renting out the Par 3 clubhouse for private events. Mr. Sedlacek said a policy needs to be done but a birthday party program is being worked on. The Greens Committee is also talking about the storm water pond. They believe more can be done with it. PARKS PROJECT UPDATES Mr. Kullander reported that the City Council did not accept the recommendation for the Victoria Highlands Park. Council told staff to cut the price by $6,000 and to add the shade shelter. Some of the play elements were taken out. There will be concrete sidewalks around the playground. The free standing 2-5 year old element was eliminated and a couple more spring toys were added. A sandbox sink was also added. The equipment was ordered in December. Victoria Highlands Park and Friendly Hills Park new equipment will be installed in early spring. City Council expressed that expenditures be frugal until the economy improves. Chair Portz asked if the equipment included the shade element. Mr. Kullander reported that it did. Chair Portz said he liked the process for the Victoria Highland Park play equipment and the final outcome. There was a lot of good discussion. Good playground equipment was purchased at a reasonable price. It will be interesting to see how the shade element goes over. Chair Portz asked about the trail request from the Lilydale Planning Commissioner and whose property it was on. Mr. Kullander responded that John Deihl who is on the Lilydale Planning and Zoning Commission brought up the request. He is a new member and was not aware of what happened when this was brought up in 2003. The trail would be along Highway 13 on the riverside. In 2003, Lilydale P_5 1/13/09 Drgfl approached Mendota Heights and asked to help share to costs of building the trail. The project would require storm sewer because there is a lot of rock in the area. The cost would be about $240,000 to $250,000. The Parks and Recreation Commission recommendation was not to participate in the project and City Council agreed. Mr. Deihl was sent the information from 2003 to look over and has not responded. Commissioner Portz asked if the property was in Lilydale. Mr. Kullander responded that a couple hundred feet of the trail would be in Lilydale and the rest of it would be in Mendota Heights. STAFF COMMENTS Mr. Kullander reported that the aerator was turned on at Rogers Lake on Friday, January 2nd. The DNR notifies the City when it needs to be turned on. There are no more fish kills like in the past and it has been a success. Mr. Sedlacek reported that the spring clean up is scheduled for May 2nd at the Mendota Plaza. No household hazardous waste will be accepted. Also, the Mendota Mall redevelopment talks have been very productive the last couple of months. City Council will vote on it next Tuesday night. The creek is being preserved and there is discussion of a trail. Park dedication fees will need to be discussed at the February Parks and Recreation meeting. A final plan will come before Council in about six weeks. COMMISSON COMMENTS Commissioner Kraus said he has appreciated Commissioner Craighead's involvement on the Parks and Recreation Commission and asked how long he has been on the Commission. Commissioner Craighead responded he has been on the Commission for 10.5 years. Commissioner Kraus commented that someone would have to be found who would advocate for trails and it has been nice working with Commissioner Craighead. Commissioner Brackey commented that she has worked a short time with Commissioner Craighead and wanted to thank Commissioner Craighead for all the service he has given to the City of Mendota Heights. Commissioner Toth invited Commissioner Craighead to come back and help with the fishing derby. Commission Craighead said he would like to come back and help at the fishing derby. Chair Portz said that he is a friend and neighbor of Commissioner Craighead. Commissioner Craighead has made a contribution to the community by being on the Parks and Recreation Commission. Commissioner Morris said he enjoyed hearing Commissioner Craighead's opinions and counsel when there were debates and it will be missed. P_6 1/13/09 Draft Commissioner Morris asked Mr. Sedlacek what the financial situation was looking like for Mendota Heights. Mr. Sedlacek responded that Mendota Heights has also been fiscally responsible and has been for years. There is a healthy reserve balance and seems to be in good financial shape. Commissioner O'Brien agrees with everyone's comments about Commissioner Craighead and hopes he enjoys his travels. Commissioner Craighead thanked Mendota Heights for the opportunity to serve for the last 10.5 years. He also thanked Mr. Kullander for his good services to the Parks and Recreation Commission. He got involved because of his three boys that were in Mendota Heights' programs. He encourages people to get involved and apply for the open seat. Mr. Sedlacek said the open seat will be advertised and if anyone is interested to call city hall at 651- 452-1850 or email city hall at cityhall@mendota-heights.com. Chair Portz said that after the meeting there will be treats for Commissioner Craighead. Commissioner Craighead made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Kraus seconded the motion. AYES 7 NAYS 0 The meeting adjourned at 8:00 P.M. P-7 1/13/09 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMORANDUM Date: FEBRUARY 10, 2009 To: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION From: TERESA GANGELHOFF RE: JANUARY/FEBRUARY PARK AND RECREATION REPORT Youth Trips Greg Bolton from Boltz's Tae Kwon Do met with me to plan a spring break program at his center in MH on Monday April 6 during spring break. (So. St. Paul has a different spring break this year so we can't do any activity that will require a bus as we would not get enough participants without them to share bus cost.) On Tuesday, April 7 we have planned a Fun day for youth at Thompson Park Activity Center with WSP Park and Rec. Again parents will drop off kids at the center and we have a day full of fun activities planned including a Mario Kart Wii tournament! I met with SSP and WSP and we have planned our summer Thursday youth trips. I am currently working on the summer flyer and will have them listed for you next month. Simple Steps and "Do the Parks" and NRPA "Achieve" Grant Application Simple Steps program which will start on April 1. Again participants can register on line and track their activity and win prizes. We are working with Dakota County to develop a better Do the Parks/Simple Steps website that will have all our city information on with activities residents can do outside to get active and enjoy recreation opportunities in our community. We will have registration available at the Park Celebration and I will I have 50 t -shirts to give a way that day for the first 50 that sign up. We have applied for this Achieve Grant. We are looking at other "Healthy" programs to implement for MH and together with Eagan, Hastings, IGH, MH and Dakota County Public Health we applied for a grant to NRPA to help with promote better health in our communities by addressing physical activity, nutrition and tobacco use as our top priority. School Fiver Currently working on a flyer to go out last week of Feb. to the schools to promote our summer activities and give notice of our Youth sign up night. Gymnastics The Sibley Gymnastics team offer gymnastics for Mendota Heights that started up Jan 24 and runs to Feb. 28 at Henry Sibley HS. OVER Learn to Skate Outdoor skating lessons began Jan. 3`d and are held at Friendly Hills though the month of January and Feb. for 5 weeks. 31 children registered for classes and lessons are offered according to skating ability. The last lesson finished Feb. 7. 55+Programs MH Park and Rec promotes the Northern Dakota County-TPAC programming for our area seniors and I continue to help Barb Eschle with some of the programming representing the City of Mendota Heights. I met with WSP, SSP, IGH and TPAC today Feb. 10 on some programs we plan to promote together this spring and summer. Park Celebration Plans are in place for this year's celebration to be held Saturday, June 6, 2009. If you have any ideas you would like to see or want to volunteer please let Teresa know. I am working with Deb McConnell who is in charge of the Dist. 197 150th Anniversary Celebration. They have decided by taking a survey with parents and teachers that they will not plan any programming at the high school on June 6 but have decided to promote the birthday with fee cake, a vintage baseball game, music provided by students and alumni and displays that will be set up at our park celebration. Ice Rinks We opened the rinks on Friday December 12. We have closed a few days because of weather below 0. We have closed the rinks for this week (Feb 9) until it gets cold again and we can flood them over, we hope to try and re -open Thursday or Friday. MENDOTA HEIGHTS WARMING HOUSE/RINK HOURS The City of Mendota Heights has 3 outdoor hockey and pleasure rinks that are opened weather permitting December 13th until Early March, A rink attendant will be on duty during the regular warming house hours listed below. The outdoor rinks and warming houses will be CLOSED and outdoor programs will be canceled when the air temperature is below zero. Please keep children home on these days. For information concerning ice rinks call the ice rink/warming house hotline at 255-1174 or for skating lesson info call 255-1173. Locations: Friendly Hills Park — 2360 Pueblo Lane — East of Pueblo Lane & South of Decorah Lane. Marie Park —1780 Lilac Lane — North side of Marie Ave. 1/4 mile west of Victoria Wentworth Park — 739 Wentworth Ave. — North side of Wentworth &'/2 Mile West of Dodd Road. Warming House Hours: Weekdays 4 — 8:30 pm Saturdays 9 am — 8:30 pm Sundays 12 — 6 pm School Vacation Days 12 — 8:30 pm Christmas/New Year's Eve 12-4 pm Christmas Closed New Years Day 12 — 6 pm Tennis 2009. Tony Olson who was a past tennis coach at Highland High School and is currently a teacher at Harding HS in St. Paul is excited to get back to coaching and very enthusiastic about becoming our program and Jr. Tennis team instructor/coach. He will implement the same programming we have done in the past for 2009 and then decide after the summer season if he feels we should make any adjustments. We are planning a tennis team program with neighboring cities and Terry will coach our youth and travel between the cities for games in the afternoon after our lessons. More info will be available on this program next month. Recreation Registration niqht Monday, March 2, 2009 We are planning a registration night along with USTA (National Night to register for Tennis in Your Community.) I am also planning to hold registrations for all summer Golf, Tennis camps, leagues, lessons and all recreation events on this night. We will hold this at the "Newly Remodeled" Par 3 Golf Club House. Registrations time 6:30 — 8 pm I hope to have our tennis coach -Terry and the Par 3 manager or golf instructors on hand during this event. Recreation Programs Going to On -Line Registration The date is still to be determined but we plan to use RevTrack to register for programs online. Residents will still be able to walk in or register by mail also. Possible Summer Playgrounds Programming Liz, Maureen and I are meeting to discuss a possible new program for MH this summer. We are thinking of having weekly program where a child comes for the week for one fee and our instructor will have activities planned or geared to a certain themed week. We will need to look into start up cost for the program and the fees will need to cover staff. We also have an interest in kids from Vis/St. Thomas/Sibley that are looking to volunteer. Gearing up for Summer Currently I am putting together the summer programs to include: Safety Camp August 11, 12, 13 Golf and Tennis programs Skateboard Camp Soccer Camp Performances in the Parks (to include a Twins Game on Giant Screen Outdoors on June 5111) Summer Playhouse Fishing Derby FAQs on DEDICATED FUNDING September 2008 Minnesota voters, when they go to the polis on Nov. 4, will have an opportunity to vote on a proposed Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. During the 2008 session, the Minnesota Legislature agreed to place the amendment on the ballot. While state employees are not authorized to use state time or resources to advocate for or against the amendment, we can provide some general information to the public. Below are answers to frequently asked questions about the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. What does the ballot question actually say? The question that will be on the 2008 General Election ballot will state: "Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to dedicate funding to protect our drinking water sources; to protect, enhance, and restore our wetlands, prairies, forests, and fish, game, and wildlife habitat; to preserve our arts and cultural heritage; to support our parks and trails; and to protect, enhance, and restore our lakes, rivers, streams, and groundwater by increasing the sales and use tax rate beginning July 1, 2009, by three-eighths of one percent on taxable sales until the year 2034? Yes O No O How much money would this raise and what would it be used for? The current general sales and use tax rate is 6.5%. Sales tax revenue is deposited in the state General Fund. If the ballot question passes, it would increase the general sales and use tax rate by three-eighths of one percentage point (0.375%) to 6.875% and dedicate the additional proceeds as follows: 33% to a newly created Outdoor Heritage Fund to be spent only to restore, protect, and enhance wetlands, prairies, forests, and habitat for game, fish, and wildlife (approximately $80 million in FY 2010 and $91 million in FY 2011); 33% to a newly -created Clean Water Fund to be spent only to protect, enhance, and restore water quality in lakes, rivers, streams, and groundwater, with at least 5% of the fund spent to protect drinking water sources (approximately $80 million in FY 2010 and $91 million in FY 2011); 14.25% to a newly created Parks and Trails Fund to be spent only to support parks and trails of regional or statewide significance (approximately $35 million in FY 2010 and $39 million in FY 2011); 19.75% to a newly created Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund to be spent only for arts, arts education, and arts access, and to preserve Minnesota's history and cultural heritage (approximately $48 million in FY 2010 and $54.5 million in FY 2011). These figures are estimates from the Minnesota Department of Revenue; the total amount of money available from future sales tax receipts can be greatly affected by general economic conditions in the state. The money dedicated under the constitutional amendment will be appropriated by law. The dedicated money must supplement traditional funding sources for these purposes and could not be used as a substitute. Will the DNR receive this money? These dollars will not go directly to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The Legislature will make final funding decisions based on the merits of any proposed projects. Projects can be proposed by the DNR as well as other organizations and agencies. The constitutional amendment states that funds can only be used for projects that meet the criteria established by law. That is, they must restore, protect, and enhance wetlands, prairies, forests, and habitat for game, fish, and wildlife; protect, enhance, and restore water quality in lakes, rivers, streams, and groundwater; and support parks and trails of regional or statewide significance. What are the DNB's long-range conservation plans and strategies? The DNR's long-range conservation plans and strategies are available on the DNR Web site at www.mndnr.gov/strategies. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO February 5, 2009 To: Parks and Recreation Commissioners From: Jake Sedlacek, Assistant to the City AdministratQ Subject: Parks Web Pages Discussion At the last meeting, it was suggested that the City's Parks web content relating to Parks and Recreation be printed and given to the Commissioners to look over. Attached, please find the parks pages on the City's web site. There is one page with links to seven other pages (such as the Par 3). There are also two links to Dakota County park sites and three links under Community and Events. Action Required Look over the web site pages and make any comments or suggestions. Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation City of Mendota Heights P srdota HefphG " ,a. 1101 Curve 7, _n&Aa Heght5, MN 55it3 Home > Government > Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Home What's New Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Abou DurTovin Community Events The City of Mendota Heights boasts a variety of recreation opportunities. Few cities can claim access to regional trails, GCiVnYnrnBnt riverside and lakeside parks, scenic bluffs and a wildlife Mayor & preserve among their recreation facilities. These represent Cby Councl unique features in a park system that help to shape the Advisory character of Mendota Heights beyond the ordinary. They offer Com mis8ic�V,; a visual identity to the city in addition to contributing to the City Departments quality of life for those who live here. The city's thirteen -Administration developed parks total 242 acres of active and passive recreation areas. Twenty-one miles of trails provide bountiful Cod Inspections 5c Enfarcemertt opportunities for walking, bicycling, bird watching and nature PP 9, Y 9, 9 hikes. -=nvironmEnt A three-person crew, supplemented by part-time summer Recycling help, maintain all of the city's trails, parks and park amenities. - E ire Parks ,and A part-time recreation programmer develops year round Recnuadon recreational activities for youth and adults. From fishing - Planning& derbies to ice skating lessons, concerts in the parks to trips to 7orning the zoo, there's fun available for everyone. Recreation Programmer Teresa Gangelhoff is typically available at (651) - Police 452-1850 on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday mornings. -PublicWorks Organized youth sports are provided by the Mendota Heights Athletic Association. For information on available City Code sports programs, please call (651) 454-0433. Contacts FAQ * Recreation Programs Map * Mendota Heights Par 3 Employment * Mendota Heights Park Sites & Amenities opportunities Registration Form Links * City Parks and/or Facilities Permit Application * Click here for the City Park Map * Parks and Recreation Commissions "Do The Parks" "Do The Parks" is a joint campaign effort of Dakota County Public Health and local and county park and recreation agencies. The purpose of the campaign is to make citizens aware of the: * The many city and county parks, trails, and recreational facilities in the Dakota County area. * The programs available throughout Dakota County which provide a variety of opportunities to become physically active. From hiking to biking, softball to soccer, playgrounds to paddling, your local parks have something for everyone. Do it now. Do it for you. Do the parks! Enjoy the many local parks, trails, recreational facilities, programs, and events offered in the Dakota County Park System. For more information please go to: w rw.mendota-lieigh-s.eom Government Page 1 of 2 http://www.co.dakota. mn.us/LeisureRecreationlActiviesFacilities/ActivitiesIDoTheParks.htm http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/govt/parks_rec.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Page 2 of 2 http://www.co.dakota.mn.us/Health Family/HealthyLiving/Fitness/Simp]eSteps.htm You must have the Adobe@ acrobatTM plug-in installed on your system in order to view some of these files. One can download a FREE acrobat viewer by clicking on the button below. f��1iC1 Ad,be Reader Home I What's New i About Our Town I Community Events i Government I Contacts i FAQ I Map i Employment Opportunities I Links © City of Mendota Heights cityhall@mendota-heights.com http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/govt/parlcs_ree.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Recreation Programs for Children and Adults Ity (�1` Mendota Heights mvw.raenuota-he ighs.com 1 y -.- tri aoqtr . .. 1!01Vr! to.ia cu�u.o- _V NtendoLa W ighte. MN 5-118 Community Events 55� 1ST 1150 Home > Community Events > Recreation Programs for Children and Adults Home what`s Mew Recreation Programs for Children and Adults About Our Tonin Community Events Click below for: Celebrate Our Parksp * Youth Trips Fourth of 3uly * Youth Gymnastics - Saturday Mornings Fireworks * Learn to Skate - Friendly Hills Outdoor Skating Lessons * Warming House/Rink Hours Halloween Bonfire * Cliff Timm Fishing Derby Community -wide * Special Olympics Spring Clean-up * 55+ Active Adults * Mendota Heights Athletic Association (MHAA) Community -,vide Garage Sale * Registration Information * Parks &Recreation Registration Form Fire Prevention * Important Phone Numbers & Recreation Information Open douse Firefighters` Dante Youth Trips National Plight out ma n SPRING BREAK - YOUTH TRIPS - REGISTER EARLY SPRING the Parks in the aeereation Programs for The trips listed offer the perfect opportunities for kids with their friends, classmates Children and participate to g and siblings artici ate in FUN well cha eroned activities. The trips are co- Adults sponsored with WSP and SSP Park and Rec. Bus departs from MH City Hall Fishing derby parking lot at time listed. Please register by mail or in person at City Hall -1101 Government Victoria Curve, MH, 55118.. Space is limited and will fill fast. Mark you calendars City Code now and plan ahead. Registration will close the Monday prior to trips._ Contacts FAQ Monday, April 6th - Park & Rec Day at the Family Martial Arts Academy In Mendota Heights Map Family Martial Arts Academy- Boltz's Tae Kwon Do Emp;oyment Opportunities 780 South Plaza Drive, Mendota Heights Links Program Start -9:00 am -Check in with MH Park and Rec Staff at Academy. (Please note: No bus for this activity, please drop child off at Boltz's Tae Kown Do 780 South Plaza Drive, Park & Rec staff will supervise with Academy staff N from 9-4 pm) The day will be packed with all kinds of activities for boys and girls that will fit all age groups and abilities. Games like target slide, paddle ball and commando, will be played. Tae Kwon Do lessons will be given during a morning and afternoon session and some free time to work on your skills. An afternoon snack will be provided. Lunch: We will walk to McDonalds-(Dress for the Weather) bring your own spending moneyfor lunch or you may brim bay lunch. Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (earlier and later drop offs/pick ups are available but please call Teresa at 651-452-1850 to arrange). Cost: $35.00/person. Ages: 6 yrs. of age and older. Page 1 of 5 http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/reeprog_child_adults.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Recreation Programs for Children and Adults Tuesday, April 7th - Park and Rec. Day at Thompson Park Activity Center You and your friends will not want to miss this activity packed FUN day at Thompson Park Activity Center Lodge in West St. Paul. We have plans for a Mario Kart Wii tournament on a huge screen, bingo with prizes, craft center and lots of fun games. We will end the day with popcorn and a movie (tbd) on the giant screen. Pizza, beverages and snacks will all be provided Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Please drop off and pick up your child at the Thompson Park Activity Center, 1200 Stassen Lane in West St. Paul (no bus provided for this trip) Cost: $10.00/person. Ages: 6 yrs. of age and older.. back Youth Gymnastics - Saturday Mornings Classes Include: balance beam, uneven bars, floor exercise, tumbling & more. All classes held at Sibley High School Gymnastics Gym (use Delaware entrance). Girls must wear leotards, boys may wear shorts and a t -shirt. For girls and boys ages 3 and older. Please note session number when registering. All classes are 1/2 hour in length except for Kinder Tumbling which is 40 minutes. Cost per child: Resident: $50.00 Non -Resident: $55.00 This session is scheduled for the following Saturdays: November. 15th & 22nd December. 6th & 20th January 10 & 17th. Page 2 of 5 Learn To Skate - Friendly Hills Park Outdoor Ice Skating Lessons This is a great opportunity to improve your skating skills. Lessons are taught by Rebecca, a local professional skater. Classes are limited to 5-7 participants, so register early as classes fill quickly. (If your class is full, please register on our waiting list as we will add more classes if needed.) Please indicate the level and class name on form. Lessons are held at Friendly Hills Rink (716 Navajo Lane) http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/recprog_child_adults.htm 2/5/2009 Session Class Description Times Tumbling Tykes, Ages 3 & 4 Session I 8:30 a.m. — 9:00 a.m. Tumbling Tots, Ages 4 & 5 Session II 9:05 a.m. — 9:35 a.m. Tumbling Tykes, Ages 3 & 4 Session III 9:40 a.m. — 10:10 a.m. Tumbling Tots, Ages 4 & 5 Session IV 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m. Kinder Tumbling, Ages 5 & 6 Session V 10:50 a.m. — 11:30 a.m. Learn To Skate - Friendly Hills Park Outdoor Ice Skating Lessons This is a great opportunity to improve your skating skills. Lessons are taught by Rebecca, a local professional skater. Classes are limited to 5-7 participants, so register early as classes fill quickly. (If your class is full, please register on our waiting list as we will add more classes if needed.) Please indicate the level and class name on form. Lessons are held at Friendly Hills Rink (716 Navajo Lane) http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/recprog_child_adults.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Recreation Programs for Children and Adults FEE: $33.00 for 5 weeks -Saturday's Jan. 3rd- 31st Please note: *Feb. 7 will be used for make -ups due to weather cancellations. The instructor will set times for that day. Please call the skating lesson hotline before each lesson at 255-1173 for rink conditions/weather cancellations & make up times. Smalls and Talls - Ages 3-5 years old: Parents participate w/1st time skater. Learn tips to teach your child to skate. Time: 9:30 a.m. — 10:00 a.m. Beginners - Ages 6 and older: For skaters with no previous experience. Learn basic skills. Time: 10:05 a.m. to 10:35 a.m. Advanced Beginners - Ages 6 and older: Skaters who can skate forward or who have completed the Beginners class. Time: 10:40 a.m. — 11:10 a.m. Intermediate — Ages 6 and older: For skaters that have completed Advanced Beginners Class. Time: 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m. Funst_yle/Freestyle - Ages 6 and older: For advanced skaters who can do forward/backward crossovers & turns or who have already taken the Intermediate Class. Time: 11:50 a.m. — 12:20 p.m. Warming House/Rink Hours The City of Mendota Heights has 3 outdoor hockey and pleasure rinks that will be open (weather permitting) from Mid -December through early March. A rink attendant will be on duty during the regular warming house hours listed below. The outdoor rinks and warming houses will be CLOSED and outdoor prograrns will be canceled when the air temperature is below zero. Please keep children home on these days. For information concerning ice rinks call the ice rink/warming house hotline at 255-1174 or for the skating lesson hotline call 255-1173. Rink Locations: * Friendly Hills Park: 2360 Pueblo Lane — East of Pueblo Lane & South of Decorah Lane. * Marie Park: 1780 Lilac Lane —North side of Marie Ave. '/a mile west of Victoria. * Wentworth Park: 739 Wentworth Avenue —North side of Wentworth & '/z Mile West of Dodd Road. Warming House Hours: Weekdays 4 p.m — 8:30 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m.— 8:30 p.m. Sundays Noon — 6:00 p.m. School Vacation Days Noon — 8:30 p.m. Christmas/New Year's Eve Noon — 4:00 p.m. Christmas Closed New Years Day Noon — 6:00 p.m. Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby at Roger's Lake (click here for details). Special Olympics The SOUTH REGION "STARS: TEAM of Area 12 Join the South Region "STARS" team, click here for more http ://www.mendota-heights. com/pages/commenv/recprog_child_adults.htm Page 3 of 5 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Recreation Programs for Children and Adults information. The South Region "Stars" Special Olympics Team is open to individuals who reside in South St. Paul, West St. Paul, and Mendota Heights. The team is active year- round, offering many different sports and activities. To become a member of this team, contact the closest Parks & Recreation Department: West St. Paul @ 651-552- 4150; Mendota Heights @ 651-452-1850; and South St. Paul @651-306-3690. back 55+ Active Adults Attention Older Adults in Mendota Heights! If you are looking for activities and fun check out THOMPSON PARK ACTIVITY CENTER located at 1200 Stassen Lane (off Butler and Highway 52) in West St. Paul. This is our area (District 197 Community Education) 55+ center and Mendota Heights residents are welcome to join classes or take part in any of the activities. If you would like to get on the TPAC mailing list for the Thompson Times listing all upcoming activities and classes or need more information on what is offered please call the center at 651-403-8300 or stop in for a visit. Mendota Heights Athletic Association (MHAA) Mendota Heights Athletic Association provides Mendota Heights residents with the following youth sports programming (excluding tennis & golf): Please call MHAA @ 651-454-0433 or sign up on line at http://eteainz.active.com/mhaaonline/ Sports FOOTBALL Y IN-HOUSE SOFTBALL IN-HOUSE BASEBALL & T -BALL Cf IN-HOUSE BASKETBALL Y LACROSSE '*'SOCCER S1 TRAVELING FASTPITCH SOFTBALL TRAVELING BASEBALL TRAVELING BASKETBALL °VOLLEYBALL MEN'S AND WOMEN'S SOFTBALL LEAGUES -2009 If you have a team interested in joining our Tuesday (Men's D or Women's D) or Thursday (Men's Over 30) adult leagues next spring please call Teresa at City Hall 651 -452 -1850 -Registrations starts early January. back Registration Information Deadlines. Most activities have limited enrollment, registration deadlines, and fill quickly. Please register as soon as possible. Registrations will NOT be taken Page 4 of 5 http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/recprog_child_adults.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Recreation Programs for Children and Adults over the phone. Non-resident Fee. Non-residents are welcomed to participate in our programs; however, residents will receive priority registration. There is a $5.00 non-resident fee per participant per activity if you live outside Mendota Heights. Exception: youth trip participants will not be charged a non-resident fee. Please include the non-resident fee with regular registration costs when enrolling. Refund Policy. A $5 service fee will be charged for individual cancellations made prior to the start of a program or its registration deadline date, if enrollment allows, with the exception of being on a participant waiting list. No refunds will be given after registration deadlines or the start of an activity. Registration fees for programs canceled by the City will be fully refunded. Confirmation. There will be no further confirmation after registration. It is your responsibility to be present on the date and time your program begins. You will receive notification if a program is filled, canceled, or changed. Participants With Disabilities. Participants with disabilities who are in need of any special assistance or auxiliary aids should notify the Parks and Rec Department at the time of registration to ensure that any need can be met to fully participate and enjoy a program or service. Mendota Heights Parks & Recreation Registration Form (click here for registration form). Important Phone Numbers & Recreation Information You may register for programs or take out park permits at the receptionist desk in City Hall during normal business hours (Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 P.M.). Park & Recreation Programmer, Teresa Gangelhoff, 651-452-1850. * MH Adult Softball League : Teresa @ 651-452-1850 * Spring/Summer Recreation -Softball rainout (adult leagues) Hot Line: 651-255- 1173 * Spring/Summer Recreation -Tennis Hotline: 651-255-1174 * Fall/Winter Recreation - Skating Lesson Hot Line: 651-255-1173 * Fall/Winter Recreation - Ice Rink Hotline: 651-255-1174 * Sibley Sting Youth Soccer: 651-457-1426 * Thompson Park Activity Center: 651-403-8300 * DARTS: 651-455-1560 * Fort Snelling State Park - 612-725-2389 * Special Olympics: 651-452-1850 * DNR information Center: 651-296-6157 * Mendota Heights Garden Club: 651-454-3337 * Dakota County Parks: 651-438-4671 * District 197 Community Education - 651-403-8313 * Mendota Heights Athletic Association (MHAA) - All youth sports (excluding tennis & golf): Please call MHAA @ 651-454-0433 or sign up on line at: www. eteamz. active. corn/mhaaonl ine back Home I What's New I About Our Town I Community Events I Government I Contacts I FAQ I Map I Employment Opportunities I Links © City of Mendota Heights cityhall@mendota-heights.com Page 5 of 5 http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/conunenv/recprog_child_adults.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Community -wide Garage Sale It'd Of Mendota Heights Msnduta Heights c { } 1101 5 t triV6 Curve j y "�} _ tittdota-i�.gl'it�, t tla=1i8 Home > Community Events > Community -wide Garage Sale Hone v,"Fvw:.rnencota-I~� i�glsanr� Community Events What's New MENDOTA HEIGHTS About OurToc,n PAR 3 Community Events GOLF COURSE Celebrate Our Parks Fourth of July Fireworks Halloween Bonfire Curnrnunity-wade Spring C€earl-uP Camrnunity-wide Garage sale Fire Preventibr) Open House Firefighters` aanee National Night Out Performance in the Parks Recreation PrograEns far- ChHdren and ,adults Fishing Derby Mendota Heights Par 3 -1695 Dodd Road Page 1 of 2 The Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course will be open for business, early April 2009, weather permitting. The Mendota Heights Par 3 nine -hole course with broad greens and mature trees provides a great experience for youth, adults, seniors and families. Par: 27 Yardage: 1,225 Green Fees - 2009 $10.00 Weekdays, $12.00 Weekends Senior's and Junior's (16 and under) fees are $9.00 on weekdays, $11.00 on weekends Business and/or social groups interested in organizing their own golf leagues and/or tournaments, please call 651-454-9822. http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/Par%203 %20golf.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Community -wide Garage Sale Page 2 of 2 Home I What's New I About Our Town I Community Events I Government I Contacts I FAQ I Flap I Employment Opportunities I Links @ City of Mendota Heights cityhall@mendota-heights.com http://www.mendota-heights. com/pages/commenv/Par%203 %20golf.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation - Park Sites & Amenities itC1 ti i i,3cla ru'v`� t ?raow-�t�al�F , r�ra s-=ira ar ai+s::lr,en uta w':c rid Ld 'a nlyil� ot R d r_ , 551 AS..aq@ (fax) Home > Government > Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation > Park Sites & Amenities He me What's New Park Sites & Amenities About Out, Town Cornmunity Events Jump to a list of our Parks fSovenrnment *Click here to download a Park Reservation Application. lt «ori Government Mayr & Ci }f Court Cd Jumpto the Planning Commission Page ComComI?14�51 CBI. Enjoy our City Parks and Trails City Departments We invite all residents to enjoy the parks and trails in Mendota -Adm�nlstration Heights. Explore the amenities your city has to offer while enjoying - Code Inspections the great outdoors! & Enrorcement City parks are open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. In order to allow - Env fro nment & �clirig everyone the most enjoyable experience without conflicting with the Re-cl rights of fellow park users and neighboring residents, we ask - P everyone's cooperation in abiding by the posted park rules. Parks - P �rk� � nd Re-croz don o Park shelters and facilities are available for reservation on a first - P6nn ng & come, first-served basis. Rental groups are responsible for the ZDdrig clean-up of trash and debris in the area reserved for their activity. - Police For information on rental procedures and fees, please contact the - PublicWorks. Recreation Programmer at 651/452-1850. City Code The 21 miles of city trails located adjacent to roadways or Contacts meandering through the bounty of open space in the community FAQ offer an excellent opportunity for exercise and relaxation. When [lap walking or bicycling along the trails, please remember that the trails were designed for mixed use. When you ride your bike, please keep Emp',o'�ni?nt to the right, be cautious and considerate, keeping your speed at a Opportunittas level that is safe for both you and pedestrians. Walkers, please be Lincs alert for bicycles that may be rounding a bend or coming over a hill. City ordinances require all dogs in the city to be leashed. This ' especially pertains to park property. Pet owners are permitted to have their leashed pets in city parks and on city trails but they are required to clean up and remove or properly dispose of any droppings left by their animals. Finally, to assist the city in the maintenance and appearance o our parks and trails, we ask for everyone's cooperation in using the x trash and recycling receptacles provided. Recreation Program Registration Form http ://www.mendota-heights. com/pages/govt/parks_rec_amenities.htm Page 1 of 4 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation - Park Sites & Amenities Click here for the City Park Map You must have the Adobe® acrobatTM plug-in installed on your system in order to view some of these files. One can download a FREE acrobat viewer by clicking on the button below. aam� Reader Civic Center 1101 Victoria Curve (Lexington and Hwy 110) The City Hall/Civic Center site consists of sixteen acres. The youth baseball field, with grass infield, is located west of City Hall. The unimproved areas around the adjacent pond provide an interesting natural area. Friendly Hills Park 716 Navajo Lane This 15.5 acre multi -neighborhood park offers a youth softball field (seasonal youth soccer field overlay), lighted paved hockey rink suitable for rollerblades in the summer, and a free skating rink. Other amenities include a warming house, paved trail network, picnic areas, two picnic shelters, tennis courts, play equipment, grass volleyball, half -court basketball, pond and natural areas. Friendly Marsh Park 2150 Apache Lane This 33.4 acre passive park is located adjacent to the Dodge Nature Center. The natural area adjacent to a pond and drainage way attracts a variety of wildlife. A paved pathway through the park connects the adjacent neighborhood to the Mendota Plaza shopping center. Hagstrom King Park 575 Mendota Heights Road Mendota Heights Road, east of Huber Drive This 9.6acre neighborhood park offers half -court basketball, grass volleyball, play equipment, paved trail and a youth softball field. Ivy Hills Park 635 Butler Avenue This is a 9.3 acre neighborhood park. Facilities include a youth softball field (youth soccer overlay), playground, double tennis court, paved trail, grass volleyball, half -court basketball and scenic pond surrounded by wildflower/natural plantings. Kensington Park 2627 Concord Way Concord Way and Stonebridge Road This is a 14.6 acre neighborhood park with two full-sized soccer fields, paved parking lot, play area, two picnic shelters, paved trail connections, stone overlook of pond and wildflower/natural plantings. Marie Park 1780 Lilac Lane Page 2 of 4 http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/govt/parks_rec_amenities.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation - Park Sites & Amenities Marie Avenue, West of Victoria This 6.2 acre neighborhood park, offers lighted hockey rink and free skating rink, warming house, double tennis court, youth softball field, half -court basketball, playground and pond with natural features. Mendakota Park 2171 Dodd Road This premier nineteen acre community park offers something for everyone. There are four adult softball fields, a paved basketball court, grass volleyball court, a large play area with resilient surfacing, a large picnic shelter and a concession/restroom building with a second level observation deck located in the "hub area" of the ball fields. There are paved walking paths throughout the park. Rogers Lake Park 1000 Wagon Wheel Trail This 9.2 acre community lakefront park is a popular picnic area. It offers a mature natural area, skateboard park, play area, picnic shelter, paved trails, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pit and half - court basketball. Although there is no swimming beach, a fishing pier constructed in 2001 provides an opportunity for fisher persons of all skills and ages to catch several varieties of fish. In 2001, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources provided and installed shore line plantings as a five year Shoreline Restoration Demonstration Project. Only non -motorized boating is allowed on the lake. Sibley Park 1819 Delaware Avenue Developed in cooperation with Independent School District 197, this 11.2 acre athletic complex is located adjacent to Henry Sibley High School. Facilities constructed by the city include a large soccer field, two adult sized softball fields and a full sized baseball field. A concession building/comfort station is available in the center area. Paved trails provide access from the High School parking lot. Additional facilities on the Sibley site include baseball/softball fields, track, soccer/football fields and eight tennis courts. Valley Park 825 Marie Avenue Valley Park is a 94.4 acre community/neighborhood park. Valley Park's uninterrupted areas provide residents with a quality natural habitat. Its mature and diverse vegetation and undulating terrain and trail linkages offer an outstanding opportunity for nature walks and bicycle tours. Facilities include natural areas, ponds and a creek that meanders the length of the park, paved trails, foot bridges, double tennis court, picnic shelter, half -court basketball, playground area, and youth softball field. The paved trail runs 1.8 miles from Highway 13 to the intersection of Dodd Road and Highway 110. Victoria Highlands Park 1710 Diane Road This 6.7 acre neighborhood park has a youth softball field, seasonal Page 3 of 4 http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/govt/parks_rec_amenities.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation - Park Sites & Amenities youth soccer field overlay), playground, paved trails, pond surrounded by wildflower/natural plantings, and half -court basketball. Wentworth Park 739 Wentworth Avenue This developed 10.5 acre neighborhood park boasts attractive natural features, wetland area sensitive development. Facilities include lighted hockey and free skating rinks, youth softball field (seasonal youth soccer field overlay), warming house, two picnic shelters, large play area, double tennis courts, paved trails, grass volleyball and half -court basketball. Park Reservation Application Page 4 of 4 Home I What's New I About Our Town I Community Events I Government I Contacts I FAQ I Map I Employment Opportunities I Links @ City of Mendota Heights cityhall@mendota-heights.com http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/govt/parks_rec_amenities.htm 2/5/2009 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Cit�r Offices - 1101 Victoria Curve - Mendota Heights, MN 55118 - (651) 452-1855 - Fax: (651) 452-8946 PERMIT APPLICATION I i I For use of City Parks and 1 or Facilities - — --------.. . _ .----_ __ . ........... . . ... ........ _..... .._.............._.......... _........ P --- -- —�_.. Public Works: M to F 7-3:30 m 651 454-4059 Date of Application: Non -Emergency: M to F 8-4:30 pm 651 452-1366 EMERGENCY 911 Park and/or Facility(s) requested: Day(s) of week: NOON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT SUN Date(s): Type of Event: Time Requested: Sponsoring Organization or (Residents name): Contact Person(s): Street Address of Contact Person or (Resident): Contact Info: Phone: Home: ( )__ Work: ( } Cell: ( ) E-mail: Estimate total participating: Mendota Heights Residents: 100% 75% 0% 25% 0% FEE SCHEDULE See reverse for applicable charges __.—_._......... ........... ...... . _. _._ .... _ .. _ . _ ._ ._......... _.. 1. Application Fee: (Non-refundable: see "Section # 1. A. "Shelter Rental" for exceptions) $ 25.00 2_ Equipment Rental I Extra picnic Tables(#,.-._...._.._..__.._....t� $5,00 per} 3. € endakota Concession ($25.00 per day, $50.00 per multi -day event) 4. Mendakota tournament evert (4 fields) (THUR FRI SAT SUN) (Add $25.00 per day if rental inchides lame picnic shelf(,,() 5. Kensington tournament event (2 fields) (FRI SAT SUN) $ (Add $25.00 per clay if rentat includes concession area /picnic shelters) 6. Field preparation casts (if requested) (## Fields r@ $_ ) $ 7. Reservation Fee for single event use of # : Play field(s) ParklPicnic area,Shelter(s), Court, Rink, or 8. Mendakota ball field(s) (Non -tournament event) (#„ Fields @ $25.00 each) (Reserved in conjunction with picnic shelter) !Total (minimum $25.00) For Cet Y Records. Date Received: Check Rcit # #: eep: _....._.._.... ................ ____._....___. __.._ . _ _._._._.___r._._.--_ __._._._._._._.___... ...... .... .....__---..._._.._..__..._...._.._._.._..._._______......_.. _.._...__ .......- _.. _-. Damage and/or Clean-up Deposit: (Separate Check Required) $ Date,- Check ate,Check cashed, for Clean-up / Damage expenses totaling— Refunded Balance of $— "Dispose" of Deposit Check by: Return Mail Shred Hold for pick-up Date: Permit Approved by Applicant signature _ Bate Provide. Applicant with Signed copy Date 05!07 gk CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA 1101 Victoria Curve - Mendota Heights, MN 55118 - (651) 452-1850 - Fax: (651) 452-8940 Permit Application Fee: A $25.00 (non-refundable **) Permit Fee is required for each application request for one-time event or seasonal sports program. (A seasonal Sports program, for a specific group, that reserves a field at several parks on the same day of the week at the same time for a certain number of game events requires only one Permit Fee of $25.00) A refund of the $25.00 Permit Fee will be allowed only for "Private - Resident" reservation of a park, shelter, or ball field if the event is canceled ten or more days in advance of the reservation date. Damage and/or Clean. -Up Deposit Required: 1- Equipment rental (soccer nets, etc) $ 25,00 2. MHAA for l0endakota Park "In-house tournaments" (Required yearly) $200.00 3, Kensington Soccer Fields (per event) $200.00 4. Picnic Shelter(s) and/or Park Facility (NDf required if part of tournament rental} $100.00 5, Mendakota Park Tournament Event One-day....,$200,00-Mul6-day,.-.$350.00 6' No deposit required for reservation of an ice rink or tennis court Ail City parks, fields, and facilities are available _ona'Ti rs-t-,c-o-m-*-e-fi-r-,st--s,--e,r-ve'd- unless specifically reserved (rented) for tournament play, single use event or part of a recognized seasonally permitted youth or resident's sports program, Rental Fees:(When •excluslye usle qf field/, fLjfj desired) 1. ICE RINKS: Pleasure and hockey with warming house: $20,00 first hour, $15.00 ea. add'). Individual rink with warming house-. $15.00 first hour, $10.00 ea. add'l. Lights (if requested) Add $10.00 for first hour, $5,00 ea. add'). Pleasure or hockey without warming house: $10.00 first [)our, $5.00 ea. addT Nc?te: During a snow event r,'nks are cleaned after plowing of snots from Chlystreets, which on average 8 to 10 hours from, beginning of P10tving operations. 2. SOCCER FIELDS: a, Kensington fields f2) one day Jouin2rnen100,00i event $, each add'l, day @j) 1 $75.00 b, KenSin0tDn geld s - sjngje or'seasonal use (Jflriion �ty #5 of 4-3) @p$2115.00 per dayf (-'VeJ)t/02tne o ensington, klendakota or neighborhood park- recognized seasonal progiarn -'F-- Fxempt d. Any field reseryd in conjunction with sheft&r terilad or c,,th;-f sjnq,1,e use @ $25M per day N ,pfield kr.,.,,r; p� � $353.� i 3. -TENNIS COWTS J-7. a, Reservaholl (,;,f Gou'ri-s by re,;ident (rcup): Rental ;_--xernpt b. Non-resident (Jess then 25% Mendota Heights residents) $25.00 per day 4, SDFT BALL I BASE BALL FIELDS: a. Mendakata 1. MIIAA"in-House'FDurn2rnent*'(r,)nly) Rental fee exernpt Fields (4) 2. I -oval schools/religious group tournament Rental fee exempt 3. Youth invitational tournament: $150.00 first day, $100.00 ea. addT 4, Adult teams currently in Wi program $100.00 per day 5. Nom -resident adult groups ()ergs then 25%) $150-00 per day 6. Pre -tournament day - "fields out of sei-vice" $50.00 per day 7. Reserve field in conjunction with picnic event $25,00 per field b. Civic Center base ball and other neighborhood youth fields $25.00 per day c. Field preparation (drag/stripe) event day: $25.00 per field, $15,00 ea- add'l. time/same day d. Chalk Ca, $3,50 per bag, drying agent (d) $7.00 per bag (deducted from damage deposit) 5. PICNIC SHELTER / PARK PICNIC AREA: a. Resident - private b. pion -resident - private No rental fee required $25.00 per day/event C. Resident - CU'pDrate/Business $50,00 per day/event d. Non-resident - Corporate/BUSiness $1 DO,00 per day/event Park shelter(s) are located in: Mencfakc,fa, Kensington, Friendly Hills, Wentworth, Valley & Roger's� Lake Parps Other parks available: Marie, v1_cfDFi2-Highlands, flags from -King, NY Hills, and Friendly lioarsh Parks 6. EQUIPMENT RENTAL ANDIDR FEES: a. Volleyball net & poles 0 $5.00 per day b- Incr-Fase nurrit)er of pir-nic tables at a STecifir Pa- Pjcnic�lshelter a, ea @ $5,00 per tabl 1. Civic Center Balliield Mendota Q Elementary g 1101 Victoria Curve -55118 `o 2. Friendly Hills Park 0 716 Navajo Lane -55120 U N 3. Hagstrom-King Park Go 575 Mendota Heights Rd -55120 4. Ivy Hills Park 13. Wentworth Park 635 Butler -55118 739 Wentworth Ave -5E 5. Kensington Park 14. Friendly Marsh Park 2627 Concord Way -55120 2150 Apache Lane -55: 6. Marie Park 15. Copperfield Ponds 1780 Lilac Lane -55118 650 Huber Dr -55120 7. Mendakota Park v 2171 Dodd Rd -55120 CQ 8. Roger's Lake Park JW MARIE AVENUE 1000 Wagon Wheel Trl-55120 9. Sibley Park 1819 Delaware -55118 10. Valley Park 825 Marie -55118 11. Valley View Hgts. Park �titi9�o 1056 Cullen -55120 o� 12. Victoria -Highlands Park Gtit� 1710 Diane Rd -55118 U GentiP a Mendota Q Elementary g `o School 0 =P IVICTORIA U N s city Go w.Ro9pP CURVE rtmen� Pooilce acD P a f G � � m u�i L 1. 3 F5 I U N 13. Wentworth Go w.Ro9pP W ANNAPOLIS Q W a U 4. Ivy Hills Park BUTLER Somerset - Elementary EMERSON School ! _ cal J a 13. Wentworth Go A Park c' 6 WENTWORTH o 10. Valley Park S 3� DOUG�CgS v CQ Co Road 8 JW MARIE AVENUE ANNAPOLIS Q W a U 4. Ivy Hills Park BUTLER Somerset - Elementary EMERSON School ! _ 9. Sibley Athletic Complex QpQo HeSihley Senior High o� School HIGHWAY 119 o �eudakota rsoxi Course Dodge Nature Center fire Hell 14. Friendly Marsh Park 7. Mendakota Zi Park WAGON WHEEL TRAIL �011C 'LAKE DRIVE 4p ae�� S gyQ'`ti�oc St. Thomas 0 Academy 4ot�bo MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD City of Eagan DRIVE t3 caA��y CANE 5 � Kensington N CpyCo9O WAY Park 494 Mendota Heights Park System u Go A o ti S � CQ Co Road 8 U 9. Sibley Athletic Complex QpQo HeSihley Senior High o� School HIGHWAY 119 o �eudakota rsoxi Course Dodge Nature Center fire Hell 14. Friendly Marsh Park 7. Mendakota Zi Park WAGON WHEEL TRAIL �011C 'LAKE DRIVE 4p ae�� S gyQ'`ti�oc St. Thomas 0 Academy 4ot�bo MENDOTA HEIGHTS ROAD City of Eagan DRIVE t3 caA��y CANE 5 � Kensington N CpyCo9O WAY Park 494 Mendota Heights Park System u Mendota Heights - Planning Commission City of Mendota Heights w4+; t+..rnentota-rcigiiss.ccrm r k F ' r w, <,doLa Hslght5 �k 111IY rrib7Tra Cuews Kendata H=;aur, r�r-i s511a Government Home > Government > Advisory Commissions > Planning Commission Name Vklhat's N&iv .bout Out, Town C.onim pity Ever N I Click Here To Governnie nt Watch Government Meetings Mayor 8t City Coull C Advi s gar' }r Com MESSi City Dep ar tm en is - Admin ist�atlon - Code Inspections nfo rcern er:t -Environment Recycli ng F ire - Parks and ecrea do n - Planning & 7o N rg - Police - P ub R c *10) ork 5 LIVE or On -Demand Planning Commission The Planning Commission performs studies and investigations and on general planning matters including zoning, platting and transportation. The commission reviews all planning applications and recommends approval or denial based on conformance with zoning regulations and the city's comprehensive plan. The commission meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The meetings are cablecast live on Channel 18 and are also rebroadcast during the week of the meeting. Contact the Northern Dakota County Cable Commission (NDC4) at 651-450-9891 for rebroadcast information. Commission Members Joe Lally, Chair 1611 Delaware Avenue Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Term Expires: 1/31/2011 Mike Povolny, Vice Chair 1901 South Lexington Ave. Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Term Expires: 1/31/2009 Stephen Norton 640 Marie Avenue W Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Term Expires: 1/31/2010 Bruce McManus 720 Marie Avenue Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Term Expires: 1/31/2011 Doug Hennes 2351 Swan Drive Mendota Heights, MN 55120 Term Expires: 1/31/2009 Ansis Viksnins 2232 High Pointe Court Mendota Heights, Mn 55120 Term Expires: 1/31/2010 Litton Field, Jr. 679 Hidden Creek Trail Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Term Expires: 1/31/2010 Page 1 of 2 http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/govt/planning_commiss.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Planning Commission Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes: January 2009 Agenda January 2009 Minutes No meeting December 2008 November 2008 Agenda November 2008 Minutes October 2008 Agenda October 2008 Minutes September 2008 Agenda September 2008 Minutes August 2008 Agenda August 2008 Minutes July 2008 Agenda July 2008 Minutes June 2008 Agenda June 2008 Minutes May 2008 Agenda May 2008 Minutes April 2008 Agenda April 2008 Minutes March 2008 Agenda March 2008 Minutes February 2008 Agenda February 2008 Minutes January 2008 Agenda January 2008 Minutes Archived Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes. • Airport Relations Commission • Parks and Recreation Commission • Planning Commission Page 2 of 2 Home I What's New I About Our Town I Community Events I Government I Contacts I FAQ I Map I Employment Opportunities I Links © City of Mendota Heights cityhall@mendota-heights.com http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/govt/planning_commiss.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks Heights Ker.lola Hi= -iglus 1'_'01 mi�wf-ia cu` ua endota HaighMN 5#11.3 —.152-13150 651-452-5940 wwvw men dota-heigMs..corn r Community Events Home > Community Events > Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks Home Whafs New * Mendota Heights Parks Celebration! .bout Our Town Community Events, * District 197 Celebrates 150 Years! Page 1 of 2 Celebrate - Our Parks Fourth cf JUIV The next Mendota Heights Parks Celebration will Fireworks Halloween be held on Saturday, June 6th - 2009 Bonfire Community -wide Spring Clean>up Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks is made possible by the generous support of residents, community groups and community businesses. Please remember Caragunity -rlide to sponsor our local businesses and community groups. If you are interested P Y Garage Sale in making a donation, volunteering for the event, or are a business or Fire Prevention community group interested in participating, please contact Teresa at the Open House Parks & Recreation Department at 651-452-1850. Firefighters' Dance Mark your calendars for Saturday June 6, 2009 as we Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks at Mendakota Park. National We are currently planning the following events from Noon to 3 p.m. Night Out Perforin a rice in the Parks Recreation Programs for Children and Adults Fishing Derby • Teddy Bear Band performance • Baseball Throw • MH Police Dept. Bike Rodeo Walton's Hollow Petting Zoo & Pony Ride • Fire Truck Rides - MHFD • MHAA Ball Tournament • Carriage Rides • Soccer Shoot -Out • Hockey Shoot -Out • Face Painting • Clowns • Moon Walk • Free Throw Contest • USTA Tennis "Block Party" • Putting Contest • Caricatures • Joe the Balloon Guy • Duggan's Dashes • Boltz's Tae Kwon Do • Prize Drawing For (2) youth bikes will be held at 3 p.m. District 197 Celebrates 150 Years http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/celebrate mh_parks.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks District 197 joins the Mendota Heights Park Celebration this year to celebrate the Districts 150 years. Page 2 of 2 The fun will start at 11 a.m. as Vintage Baseball teams The Quicksteps vs. Afton Red Socks play on Mendakota Field followed by music performances at the pavilion from noon to 1:30 by District 197 students and alumni. Come and look at displays of the past 150 years and enjoy free cake. For more information, or to volunteer please contact Debi McConnell at macbach@comcast. net Home I What's New I About Our Town I Community Events I Government I Contacts I FAQ I Map I Employment Opportunities I Links © City of Mendota Heights cityhall@mendota-heights.com http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/celebrate mh_parks.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Peformance in the Parks ty o f Mendota Heights wo v.,, mendota -he it:i hs,co m KEndklba HEights I 0 ',rj,:Lj3rIa Cwvs Comniuffit� r.%,ndoLa H_iohts, MN Events 551A52, -&-D40 (rax Home > Community Events > Performance in the Parks Horne What's New Family Performances in the Parks About Dur To vin 2009 performance dates to be announced. Conimu-nity Everits Celebrate Our ParKs rDurth of July Fireworks Hafloween Bonfire Community' -mole Spring. Clean-up Community -wide Garage Sale Fire Prevention Open House Firefighters' Dance Natinnal Night Out. Performance in the. Parks Recreation Prograrns for Children and Adults Fishing Derby Governmcnt Cit,V Code contacb; FAQ Map Erre pNoyrnent OppoituniUes Links Page I of 2 littp://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/perform_inparks.htm 2/5/2009 Mendota Heights - Fishing Derby Horne What's Now Abe ur Our Town Conimunity Events Celebrate Our Parks Fourth of .duly Fireworks i4aelowee n Bonfire Community -wide Spring clean-up ournrnunity-mde Garage Sale Fire Prevention Open House Firefighters` Dame National Night out Performance in the Parks Recreation Programs for Children and Adults Fishing Derby Elm Mc dots n_li}1i 11A1 � f_toe`la rUr iePdon H - ghts,. MIN x8113.. 551 cI51 4 -may r o (f'a?: j Home > Community Events > Fishing Derby Community ity Events Page 1 of 2 Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby at Roger's Lake The 2009 Fishing Derby Date - to be announced. This event is in Memory of Cliff Timm who passed away in December, 2005. Mr. Timm started our fishing derby and was always on hand to help each year. He was instrumental in building our pier and aerating the lake. We hope his love and passion for fishing continues in Mendota Heights and we proudly rename our fishing derby after him. http://www.mendota-heights.com/pages/commenv/fishing_derby,htm 2/5/2009 2008 MENDOTA HEIGHTS PAR 3 ANNUAL REPORT TABLE OF CONTENTS I. PAR 3 GOLF COURSE BUSINESS PROFILE........................................................2 A. BUSINESS CONCEPT................................................................................................2 B. SCOPE OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES.......................................................................2 C. COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE........................................................................................2 D. GEOGRAPHIC MARKETS... ........................................................................................ 2 E. USER AND CUSTOMER GROUPS................................................................................2 F. DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS.........................................................................................2 G. KEY COMPETITORS..................................................................................................2 H. ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE..................................................................................3 II. 2008 ROUNDS PLAYED..........................................................................................3 III. 2008 REVENUE/EXPENDITURES AND CAPITAL EXPENSES .........................3 A. CASH FLOW............................................................................................................3 B. CAPITAL EXPENSES.................................................................................................4 IV. ANALYSIS OF 2008.............................................................................................4 V. FEE ANALYSIS........................................................................................................5 VI. 2009 PRO-FORMA...............................................................................................5 Mendota Heights Par 3 Annual Report 2008 1 O, Q: I. Par 3 Golf Course Business Profile% A. Business Concept The Mendota Heights Par 3 (Par 3) is a self-supporting enterprise. Revenues generated by the course as well as retained earnings pay for all expenses including depreciation, equipment replacement, and capital improvements. The Par 3 is a seasonal facility, generally opening in Mid -April and closing in Mid -November. B. Scope of Products and Services The Par 3 offers a quality par three public golf course with a simple layout. Primary users are local youth, including Parks and Recreation programs from the neighboring communities, as well as adult and corporate league play. Open play draws customers of all ages from the City and surrounding communities. C. Competitive Advantage 'The Par 3's competitive advantage is rooted in its community-based focus, low level of difficulty and central location. The course is easy to find from all directions. Shorter than most Par 3 courses, the Par 3 provides a welcome environment for beginners, and a quick round for experienced players. Having been in the community since 1961, the course has strong sentimental value for customers who learned to play on the course as kids. D. Geographic Markets Communities within five miles of Mendota Heights are the P3's primary geographic market. Secondary markets include other communities within the metro area, but primarily within a 20 - mile radius. All public play golf courses located within the 494/694 metropolitan loop are government owned facilities. E. User and Customer Groups Leagues and lessons are a significant portion of the P3 customer base, but open play has historically been the focus of this business. There is rarely a time in the week when walk-up customers are unable to get on the course with little delay. The returning Clubhouse Manager has plans in place to coordinate more tournaments and parties help to fill the course on Saturday mornings, which has developed as our slowest period for walk-up players. F. Distribution Channels The Clubhouse Manager is the primary staff person responsible for developing leads to generate business, making customer contacts, developing relationships and marketing the facility. G. Key Competitors There are a handful of Par 3/executive courses in the P3 primary market area and a number of regulation 9 -hole courses. While customers to Par 3 and executive courses typically stay within their own community, staff is aware of families travelling from as far as Apple Valley to play our Par 3, citing price, friendliness of the staff and the simple course layout as reasons to make the drive. Mendota Heights Par 3 Annual Report 2008 2 H. Organizational Structure�4�GS� The Par 3 is a publicly owned facility supported by its own revenue stream. The course is expected to "pay its own way" including capital improvements. It is not anticipated that Mendo Heights general tax dollars will be necessary to support the facility. Operations are administered as an enterprise fund, overseen by the Assistant to the City Administrator. A part time Clubhouse Manager oversees clubhouse operations, while maintenance operations and activities are contracted out. Part time staff covers clubhouse, ranger and instructor shifts. Recommendations are made by the Parks and Recreation Commission to the City Council regarding policies which direct the operation and use of the golf course. 11. 2008 Rounds Played The P3 experienced approximately 12,314 open golf rounds played this year on 191 days of operation, an increase over 2007, when there were 12,114 open golf rounds over 203 days of operation. Staff does not have an accurate count of rounds relating to recreation programs and leagues, but have captured raw data and hopes to have comparisons available for future reports. 111.2008 Revenue/Expenditures and Capital Expenses A. Cash Flow The following table depicts operational revenues and expenditures. 2005 numbers the most recent data available for a full year of operations, and are provided by the previous owners — while it cannot be compared line -by-line, it does provide an broader basis for comparison. Revenues: 2008 Cash illlSpaulding 2005 Green Fees $114,312.13 Rentals/Supplies $6,070.92 Concessions $10,976.85 Beer $4,005.63 Recreation Programs $51,166.29 Total Revenue: $186,531.82 $201,988.88 Expenditures: Rentals $1,360.40 Administrative $19,852.52 13, 500.44 Professional Services $4,093.99 760.00 Maintenance Contract $29,303.02 Newsletter $856.00 Utilities $6,759.79 7,519.41 Payroll Costs $50,123.91 96,841.84 Rubbish Service $970.80 Insurance $3,646.39 2,063.81 Concessions $6,567.15 $8,891.17 Concessions — beer $1,543.57 Sales Tax $13,393.00 Mendota Heights Par 3 Annual Report 2008 3 M Office Supplies $78.66 Operating Expenses $6,968.91 � - 20.67 Maintenance Repair $12,598.41 Building Maintenance 5,282.65 Miscellaneous $2,392.23 9294.60 Tree Removal $2,289.75 Gas and Oil 1,354.38 Total Expenditures $156,042.53 $170,778.77 Operating Rev Over Expend $30,489.29 $31,210.11 B. Capital Expenses Start $11,664.91 (remaining from referendum) Fairway Mower 7,029.00 Clubhouse Improvements 65,933.05 - less grant eligible TBD Total: TBD Remaining; 0 Capital expenses for 2008 are pending a final determination of the amount of clubhouse expenditures which will be eligible for grant reimbursement. Expenses in 2009 are anticipated to be in the range of $33,000, with completion of purchases dependant upon the success of the golf season. The roof on the clubhouse is a major concern — it is old, but currently functioning. Current estimates for replacement are 6,000, which may or may not need to be completed this year. The other significant expense is the replacement of the rough mower, budgeted at $11,000. This item ultimately can be put on hold if necessary, as the city can back up this piece of equipment in the event of a major breakdown. IV. Analysis of 2008 The 2008 golf season at the P3 experienced a soggy start, with numerous rain outs and one snow out. Despite a slow start, greens fees for 2008 were slightly ahead of 2007. Even a slight increase reverses a national trend in the golf industry which on the whole, saw the number of rounds played was down approximately 3% from the previous year. In the first full season as a municipal golf course, the Par 3 saw a number of improvements — a clubhouse addition project added handicapped accessible doors and bathrooms. While the project was anticipated for completion in late may, the work ended up taking the entire golf season. Course conditions were improved through better turf maintenance principles, and all sand traps on the course were re -worked improving both the play and appearance of the course. Despite constant work, course attendees managed to play through, and will be able to enjoy a course which is not only more welcoming and more appealing, but also much quieter in 2009. The Clubhouse Manager was new for 2008, and has a number of ideas to maximize the balance between programs and active tee times. Recreation programs have been modified Mendota Heights Par 3 Annual Report 2008 4 <,�)�l o slightly to better accommodate the wide range of skill levels youth participating in progr;p Y have. The quality of the golf experience at the Par 3 has been reported to staff as the best it has been in years. Course improvement projects for 2009 will have less impact on the golfing public, and V will ensure that the course is resistant to adverse conditions of weather and disease. An ad-hoc greens committee has connected with a local landscape architect to develop a master plan for the clubhouse area, to be implemented in phases. Given current economic conditions, staff is anxious to see what the impact of play may be. In 2008, there appeared to be no change in consumer habits at the course. Fee changes and promotions may be warranted, staff is prepared to make changes as necessary to ensure a steady stream of business. V. Fee Analysis Staff has surveyed similar courses in the surrounding area and found the Par 3 to be the least expensive Par 3/Executive course in the Twin Cities area. As a result of this study, staff recommended that Senior and Junior golf rates stay the same, and fees will be increased $1 for other golfers. Staff will keep a close eye on the impact of this rate change and it's impact on the course. VI. 2009 Pro -Forma A pro -forma for 2009 will be developed as a tool for gauging month-to-month budget performance. This document will be available for review at the 2-10-09 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Mendota Heights Par 3 Annual Report 2008 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO February 5, 2009 To: Parks and Recreation Commissioners From: Jake Sedlacek, Assistant to the City AdministratQ Subject: Parks Web Pages Discussion At the last meeting, it was suggested that the City's Parks web content relating to Parks and Recreation be printed and given to the Commissioners to look over. Attached, please find the parks pages on the City's web site. There is one page with links to seven other pages (such as the Par 3). There are also two links to Dakota County park sites and three links under Community and Events. Action Required Look over the web site pages and make any comments or suggestions.