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2009-04-14 Parks and Rec Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Tuesday, April 14, 2009 — 6:30 P.M. City Council Chambers 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of March 10, 2009, Minutes 4. Recreation Programmers Report (Available Tuesday) 5. Acknowledge Letter Regarding Eugenia Avenue Vacation 6. Julie King — Sage Landscape Design — Presentation Par 3 Landscaping 7. Verbal Updates — 2009 Park & Trail Improvement Projects 8. Par 3 Update - Verbal Update 9. Commission Comments 10. 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-beights.com Draft CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA PARKS AND RECREATION MEETING March 10, 2009 The March 2009 meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on Tuesday, March 10, 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, Commissioners: Tom Kraus, Maureen Brackey, Michael Toth, Liz O'Brien and Steve Commers. Commissioner Ray Morris was excused 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 O'Brien made a motion to approve the February 10, 2009, minutes. Commissioner Kraus seconded the motion. AYES: 6 NAPES: 0 INTRODUCTION OF NEW COMMISSIONER Mr. Sedlacek reported that there were nine applications submitted for the Parks and Recreation Commissioner opening. The City Council interviewed all nine candidates and Commissioner Commers impressed the Council and they thought he would be a good fit for the commission. Commissioner Commers said he moved to Mendota Heights in 1979 and lived in Ivy Falls West for several years. He now lives in Ivy Falls East and next to Ivy Hills Park- He uses the park a lot. He is looking forward to serving on the Parks and Recreation Commission. Chair Portz welcomed Commissioner Commers. PARKS AND RECREATION REPORT Ms. Gangelhoff reported that the yellow Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation "Fun in the Summer Sun 2009" flier went out to Mendota Elementary, Somerset Elementary schools and St. Joes School. The blue "School's Out Youth Trip — Spring Break" flier advertises the spring break programs which are the Family Martial Arts Academy and the Park & Rec Day at Thompson Park Activity Center. Chair Portz asked if the spring break programs were new. Ms. Gangelhoff said they are new programs that are utilizing the resources in the area. 3/10/09 P-1 Draft She went on to say that residents can now register for the summer youth trips on-line with a credit card. You can also register at City Hall with cash or check. Simple steps start April 1st. Gymnastics is done as is the learn to skate program. The 55+ program is a "dog days of summer" with West St. Paul, South St. Paul, Inver Grove Heights and Thompson Park Activity Center, Mendota Heights' night is August 19th with a senior softball game followed by a keg of root beer and a band playing music from the 40's, 50's and 60's. The Parks Celebration is June 6th. There will be a Twins game on a giant screen on June 5th at the Market Square. She still is looking for volunteers to help with the June 6th parks celebration. If anyone is interested in volunteering contact her at City Hall. The school district's 150th anniversary celebration is still being planned in conjunction with the parks celebration. The school district is going to give out free cake, have a vintage baseball game, and music will be provided by students and alumni. There is discussion of a parade and fireworks. The ice rinks opened on December 12th and closed on February 18th. Chair Portz asked if it was a longer or shorter season compared to last year. Ms. Gangelhoff reported she believes it was one week shorter than last year and will have statistics for the next meeting. Tennis is set to go with Tony Olson as the new tennis coach. Summer Playgrounds is a new program that was discussed with Commissioners Brackey and O'Brien. Some of the programs are full. There is a pre-school program, 4-7 year olds, in the morning and 7-11 year old programs in the afternoon. Each week has a different theme with different activities. Commissioner O'Brien asked which programs still had openings. Mr. Sedlacek responded that Sports, Sports, Games and More has openings for the 4-7 year old group and the Nature Lovers/Fishing Week has openings for both groups. Mr. Gangelhoff said safety camp is August 11-13, golf and tennis starts June 8th, skateboard camp is July 27- 31, soccer camp is in June and the fishing derby is July Stn PARKS CELEBRATION VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Mr. Sedlacek said volunteers are needed for the Parks Celebration. Three opportunities exist to volunteer and they are a set up crew, volunteering during the event and a tear down crew. The set up crew of three would start at 9:30 setting up. During the celebration volunteers would get a free t -shirt and work during the celebration such as calling out numbers for the raffle. The tear down crew would clean up after the celebration and bring things back to city hall. Also, something to think about would be having a volunteer committee to run the 2010 parks celebration instead of Ms. Gangelhoff. RECREATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION OPEN HOUSE Mr. Sedlacek reported that the registration open house was held at the Par 3 club house with the on-line registration program, Revtrak. The turnout was great with over 50 residents showing up. The computer system crashed before registration opened but was fixed with four stations ready to go. Revtrack is ready fol residents to use now. The first day $16,000 worth of recreation programs were signed up for. As of 5:00 tonight $24,000 was collected. $17,000 was taken in by cash or check and $7,000 on-line. P_Z 3/10/09 Draft Ms. O'Brien asked if the program was working fine now. Mr. Sedlacek reported yes and has been going well. If residents encounter a problem using the program they should call City Hall. Commissioner Kraus asked if a person comes to City Hall to register were they being encouraged to use the on-line system. Mr. Sedlacek responded no either way to sign up works fine. DOG PARK Mr. Sedlacek reported that the City Council discussed the subject at their goal setting session and feel that residents can use the trails with a leash for their dogs and other dog parks in the area. ROGERS LAKE There were a number of residents in the audience that were interested in the Rogers Lake Water Quality subject. Chair Portz reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission can make recommendations to the City Council but can't implement anything or spend money. Mr. Kullander reported that residents have been before the City Council to discuss weed growth in Rogers Lake. In 2005, the lake was in extreme condition with a new weed that wasn't reported in the lake before. In August, residents appeared before the City Council and Council directed City Engineer, Sue McDermott (who is no longer with the City) to work with the residents of Rogers Lake. An informational meeting was held in May and it was determined to hire a firm to monitor the quality of the water in the lake. The City paid for the study and residents contributed half. The study was completed and provided to the residents in late 2006. The report noted that the northern half of the lake has better water quality than anticipated and the other part of the lake was not that bad. The quality of the water is not the issue but it is the weeds in the lake. Dying weeds cause an odor and decay causing mucic on the bottom of the lake. Treatment options for the weeds are harvesting the weeds. This requires a one year permit and is made more expensive because the lake is shallow. It costs about $1,000 a day to run a harvester. The average depth of Rogers Lake is four to six feet with nine foot depths in some spots. There was a swimming beach at Rogers Lake about 30 years ago. It was treated for swimmers itch and other swimming problems this became a cost issue and the beach was closed. City Council does not have a line item in the 2009 budget for treating weeds at Rogers Lake. The DNR recommends using chemicals to treat the weeds in the lake. Weeds were harvested last year to help with the fishing derby and the casting contest. Mr. Hickey contacted the City again to treat the Rogers Lake weeds and it was recommended that residents attend the Parks and Recreation meeting for a recommendation to the City Council and then attend the City Council meeting. P-3 3/10/09 Draft Commissioner Toth asked if the culvert divides the north and south side of the lake. Mr. Kullander responds that yes it does. The consultant says Rogers Lake is about 99 acres and the DNR lists it as 116 acres. The north side is about 30-36 acres and the south side is the larger portion of the lake. There are about 35 residents that front the lake. There are six other entities such as the City, MnDOT, Xcel, St. Thomas Academy, Patterson Dental Company and Mendakota Country Club that front the lake. Commissioner Kraus asked if the weed growth has changed historically in the lake. Mr. Kullander responded that the types of weeds in the lake are always there. Homeowners can remove weeds from 2500 square feet in front of their property by raking thein out and disposing of the weeds. They can also apply for a permit from the DNR to add chemicals by an authorized company. Commissioner Kraus asked if storm water runoff affects the lake. Mr. Kullander responded that the consultant was surprised the water quality wasn't worse than what it is. The water quality of the lake seems to be going up. The state fertilizer ban may have helped improve the water quality. There is some runoff into the lake. Commissioner Kraus asked who owns the lake. Mr. Kullander responded that the lot lines do go out into the lake and is part of the property. The DNR has regulatory control of all water bodies in the state. Commissioner Kraus asked what request was specifically being asked for consideration. Mr. Kullander responded to keep the lake free from weeds, mold and scum. Commissioner Kraus asked if financial help was being asked for to help offset the cost of remediating the lake in some way. It is not known yet what the request is. Mr. Kullander responded the residents are asking the City Council to share in the cost and find out what can and what can not be done to the lake, and the size or area to be treated. Commissioner Kraus asked if the permit had to be applied for from the DNR before they researched what can and can not be done. Mr. Kullander responded yes. Mr. Patrick Hickey, 2303 Swan Drive, stated that in the past decade the City and residents surrounding Rogers Lake have worked to create an environment that would be beneficial to the health of the lake. Both property owners and the City have contributed funds in the past to have the lake examined by an outside resource and to ensure its health. St. Thomas Academy has confirmed the lake is healthy. There are natural barriers set up by many residents along the lake to stop runoff. Rogers Lake is considered a recreational use lake by the DNR. Kayaks and rowboats get stuck on the weeds in the lake. There is a need to address the ongoing weed, scum and mold issues. It is requested that the Parks and Recreation Commission recognize a need to address the P-4 3/10/09 Draft weed problem in Rogers Lake on a short term and long term basis. The weeds are very thick in the lake. Rogers Lake is an asset to the community. Chair Portz said it was a good presentation and good points were made. He agrees a continuous effort to clean up the lake is a good idea. Commissioner Commers asked if the weeds grew faster because the lake is shallow. Mr. Hickey believes that it could be. Can the permit be registered to the City and Rogers Lake residents to get the facts about what needs to be done to the lake to improve it? Would it not make sense to treat the whole lake at one time and not in small portions? Chair Portz asked if there was someone at the DNR who knew the lake. Mr. Kullander responded there is. The 2006 report was done to address weed issues and water quality of Rogers Lake. Commissioner Kraus asked if the process with the DNR is — interested parties get the permit that is between $20-$30 up to a maximum of $750. Once the permit is in place the DNR comes out and evaluates the lake and determines what action they will allow under regulatory authority to make changes to the weed growth in the lake. Until that happens the cost is unknown and what action can be done. Would this be the first step? Mr. Kullander said it is a $35 per property application fee and if a group of homeowners were applying it would be a maximum $750, if it's more than 10 homeowners the price drops down to $20. The permit application must describe what is hoped to be accomplished, in what area of the lake and by what means. Commissioner Kraus asked why the whole lake was not being discussed. Mr. Kullander responded it would be very expensive. Mr. Hickey asked what very expensive meant. Mr. Kullander responded that the 9 acre pond in Copperfield was treated with chemicals. There are about 19 homeowners and the permit was about $20 per person and the chemical treatment cost about $2,400 to $2,500 a couple of years ago. Mr. Hickey would like to see the City file a permit en mass for the good of Rogers Lake. Someone needs to get the facts on paper. Commissioner Kraus said the sense he is getting is a permit is needed to get the facts. Mr. Kullander responded that what the residents want accomplished is known. The area to be treated needs to be determined. Then a quote can be obtained from a reliable company. Then the City can go to the DNR for a permit for approval to chemically treat the weeds in the lake. Commissioner Kraus said an area has to be identified to treat. Commissioner O'Brien asked if an area to be treated in the lake has been identified. P_5 3/10/09 Draft Sally McNamara who lives on the east side of the lake asked why the whole lake can't be treated at the same time. Mr. Kullander said treating 100% of the weeds in the lake would be expensive. There are nine species of weeds in the lake, as the weeds are taken out duck weed will increase in the lake. There is a need to have some weeds in the lake to support animal species and other organisms in the lake. Ms. McNamara reported that you can't get an oar through the weeds. The reports don't seem to have enough information. There should be a better solution long term to treat the whole lake. Chair Portz said he is getting the sense that everybody is for clean water and the costs don't seem to be that expensive. Commissioner Kraus asked what is being recommended to the City Council. Mr. Hickey said until the City Council directs staff - staff does not have the time or the money to do anything. Anything means getting information from the DNR. We need City Council to direct staff to get the issues on the table and come up with a plan. I would like to leave this meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission supporting the efforts of the Rogers Lake property owners. Dick Paul, 940 Wagon Wheel Trail, has lived there for 27 years and has seen all kinds of different conditions exist within the lake. The lake is getting shallower and more crowded with weeds. What might have caused it was the lake overflow improvement to control the water level of the lake. Commissioner Kraus asked when the improvement was made. Mr. Kullander responded it was done in the mid 70's in response to the high water level. Mr. Paul said decomposing weeds die in the lake and causes muck at the bottom of the lake and leaves a stench. By the culvert a lot of soil was taken out and it has become a shallow area. There were underground springs in the lake years ago and they have disappeared. Chair Portz said there are good ideas from everyone and a motion will probably come out of the discussion. Ira Kipp, Wagon Wheel Court, said Rogers Lake is an asset to the community. Rogers Lake Park is used by many people in the community for its various resources. There is an overflow pond and it should be checked for chemicals in the sediment because it does feed into the lake. Residents should be informed about a buffer zone on their property for the lake. The City should become more active and proactive in the protection of the lake. Randy Johnson, Swan Court, has lived on Rogers Lake for 2 years and does sailing on the lake. By mid June the lake becomes impossible to sail because of the weeds. He did contact the DNR because of the cattails. The process was complicated but he did get rid of the cattails. The cattails seem to be growing and growing and there used to be no cattails. Left unchecked it would become a cattail swamp on the north side of the lake. There is muck on the bottom of the lake that is two to three feet deep. The recreational use for the lake is useless mid June to frost when the weeds die. He would participate in discussions with the DNR. Anthony Pierpont doesn't live on Rogers Lake but would contribute money to get rid of the weeds. P-6 3/10/09 Draft Paul Maczko, Cheri Lane, has lived in Mendota Heights for 60 years and had 10 acres on Wagon Wheel Trail that he sold to the City. He has talked to the DNR who say they can't do anything for the lake. The DNR owns the water. The City should do weed control for the whole lake. Mr. Paul said he used to burn cattails at his cabin up north in the winter. He called the DNR about burning the cattails and was told he couldn't hurt the cattails by burning thein. He then called City Hall and the Fire Marshal would not allow burning in the lake. Don Jennigis of Patterson Dental sides with the residents of Rogers Lake. Employees at Patterson Dental enjoy the lake. Commissioner O'Brien says she remembers swimming in Rogers Lake. The whole lake should be treated and supports moving the issue forward to the City Council. Commissioner Toth said the lake is an asset to the community and a renewable resource. The issue should be moved onto the City Council. Commissioner Kraus made a motion to recommend to the City Council that they direct staff to explore options to control weeds in Rogers Lake. Commissioner O'Brien seconded the motion. Commissioner Commers asked if the motion should include getting the DNR involved. Commissioner Kraus said no — let's have staff look at the problem and snake a recommendation for options — even use a private company, if necessary. Mr. Kullander said City Council will read the Parks and Recreation minutes from tonight's meeting and will get a memo regarding Rogers Lake at the next meeting. Contacts will be made with the author of the study and the DNR will be contacted. Commissioner Kraus asked if it would be by the April 15th meeting or May I' meeting. Mr. Kullander responded information could be gathered which could be presented to the City Council at their April 7th City Council meeting. A cost could be obtained from a private firm to treat the weeds by that time also. AYES 6 NAYS 0 PILOT KNOB RESTORATION EFFORTS Mr. Kullander said the memo includes information from Great River Greening regarding work that is scheduled at the Pilot Knob site over the next few months. On April 22nd 1 pan. - 4 p.m. volunteers will be brush hauling and doing general site maintenance. April 25th 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. volunteers will be site mulching key areas. June 27t1i, with a time to be determined, will be a sign dedication ceremony. Everyone is invited to volunteer or attend these activities. Commissioner Kraus asked if the signs look like what is included with the memo. P-7 3/10/09 Draft Mr. Kullander responded they were not. There has been editing examples given to the Commission of the sign. FUTURE TRAIL OPTIONS Mr. Kullander reported that he gave the Commission an updated trail map from 2004 with descriptions of the trail projects. Eugenia Avenue never made the list as a future trail. EUGENIA AVENUE Commissioner O'Brien said she drove by the area to look at Eugenia Avenue and would never use it for a trail. Mr. Kullander responded that it was a very remote area for a trail and there is a lack of funding for a trail. Mr. Sedlacek reported that the City Council tabled the Eugenia Avenue vacation request until April 21St Commissioner O'Brien asked if the City Council was looking for something from the Parks and Recreation Commission regarding Eugenia Avenue. Mr. Sedlacek said the Council is considering whether the City should hold onto the property and what were the Commission's feelings on the issue? Commissioner Toth asked what the City's liabilities were regarding the property holding onto it long term. Mr. Sedlacek said it was overgrown and residents do take care of the property. It's the City's responsibility to take care of the property and there some old trees on the property that could be a liability. Commissioner Commers asked how close it was to the Bruce Vento Overlook. Mr. Sedlacek responded that it was very close to the overlook, but not a good spot to be crossing Highway 13. Chair Portz said residents in the area do like to use the alley as a trail. Commissioner O'Brien said she wouldn't feel good malting a recommendation to the City Council because there is not enough information. Commissioner Kraus said he didn't feel strongly one way or the other about the issue. MENDOTA PLAZA Mr. Sedlacek reported that the City Council approved a preliminary plat development for Mendota Plaza on the SE corner of Dodd Road and Highway 110. The developer is hoping to redevelop the existing buildings and construct a free standing Walgreens. The first phase would include grading, a restaurant building and a retail building along Highway 110. There is a plan approved by Council that preserves the existing wetland. The developer is grading out an area that could connect to a trail. There are three different trails that converge on the area. The trails originate at Friendly Hills Marsh Park and Valley Park. P-8 3/10/09 Draft City Code requires a new development to contribute a parks dedication fee. The developer is hoping the grading of the trail will reduce the amount of the park dedication fee. The amount of the parks dedication fee is being negotiated. Commissioner Toth asked about the three blue areas on the map. Mr. Sedlacek said they are new storm water ponds. Commissioner Commers asked what the buildings will be. Mr. Sedlacek said that it was a mixed use development and there will be a free standing Walgreens and a small strip mall with a restaurant with a patio, retail, office building and a four story senior housing complex. The developer is hoping to start grading in May of this year. Mr. Sedlacek handed out a landscaping plan for the Par 3 and reported that the greens met on February 19th and discussed the landscaping plan. Sage Landscape Design came up with a plan for eco type plans and shrubs. The cost for materials only is $3,100 not including irrigation. It is not a final plan but was brought to the Commission to see if they wanted to provide funding for this project to get started on the work in the spring. The 2009 Capital Improvement Plan for the Par 3 is: Club house carpet $1,500 Club house roof $6,000 (if necessary) Club house light fixtures $ 500 Course monument sign $3,000 Course misc. landscaping $1,000 Course tree maintenance $2,000 Course tee signs $3,000 Course hitting pads & nets $ 500 Maintenance building sheetrock $1,500 Maintenance building cage for tools $2,500 Equipment mower $11,000 $32,500 The Greens Committee would like to recommend to the Commission that they prioritize the installation of the landscaping project and do further capital improvements as necessary. Staff recommends that the Parks Commission discuss prioritizing the landscaping project, move ahead with it, develop the plans, ask for Council authorization to spend up to $3,000 on materials and the appropriate staff time get it installed. Commissioner Commers said people will notice and talk about the landscaping before the sheet rocking. Commissioner O'Brien asked if any of the landscaping project would be visible from Dodd Road. Mr. Sedlacek said a little bit of it would be. P_9 3/10/09 Draft Commissioner O'Brien said she was for the landscaping project. Chair Portz said a new sign with a border of flowers on Dodd Road would add color to the Par 3 Commissioner Commers asked if the project was a little over done. Chair Portz said it was not a big area and adds color which can be seen from the parking lot. It will take a couple of years for it to fill out. Commissioner Kraus made a motion to appropriate $3,000 for the materials for the landscaping project at the Par 3 and authorize staff time to get it installed. Commissioner Commers seconded the motion. AYES 6 NAYS 0 COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Kraus asked when the deadline was for the Heights Highlites was. Mr. Sedlacek responded it was Thursday morning of this week, March 12tH Commissioner Kraus asked about putting something in the newsletter to ask people if they would submit their email address if they were interested in being contacted about issues that come up before the Parks and Recreation Commission. We could start and email list to contact residents. It would be a nice way to quickly reach out to people in the community and ask their opinions. Commissioner O'Brien said it sounds great. It would be a great way to ask for volunteers for next year's park celebration and things like that. Mr. Kullander said it sounded like a good idea and if in place could have been used for the Rogers Lake issue and a good way to sample residents. Commissioner Kraus said often decisions are made on subsets of residents of the community such as the Rogers Lake residents. Chair Portz asked if staff would look into this. Commissioner Kraus said it would be easy to set up, there are tools out there to set up an email database and they are cheap. Commissioner O'Brien asked if the email addresses could be used off the registration form. Mr. Sedlacek said he wouldn't want to do that because the email is being used just for confirmation purposes right now. Maybe a sentence could be added asking if they would be interested in being contacted by email with a parks survey or questions. Mr. Sedlacek said he would put something in the Heights Highlite. P-10 3/10/09 Draft Commissioner Toth asked if there was any movement on the ball field fences at the Hagstrom King Park for the upcoming season. Mr. Kullander responded that the contract will be awarded next month and be installed as soon as the ground is ready. Commissioner Toth responded it was a nice group of people that represented themselves and the Rogers Lake concern and if anyone has concerns to bring them forward. Chair Portz said Commissioner Commers had a good first meeting. He saw a promotion for a new sitcom "Parks and Recreation Commission", the actors are from Saturday Night Live and is looking forward to seeing it. Commissioner Commers said thanks for the meeting and is looking forward to helping out. Commissioner Kraus made a motion to adjourn. Commissioner O'Brien seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned at 9:05 P.M. P-11 3/10/09 PAGE 1 APRIL 2009 ISSUE 82 Mayor's Message In March I had the oppor- tunity to give a "State of the City" p ' speech to the Dakota County Regional of Commerce. e. Chamber Cha �< The message to the Chamber was that cit government me nt of Mendota Heights is in good shape, but as you can imagine, a number of attendees are s>as looking at a difficult busi- ness climate. Clearly there are a number of our residents who are concerned about the near term economic prospects and their personal financial well being. Understandably many of us have adjusted our spending habits. I would to take a minute though to point out there are ways to still get out and about in Mendota Heights without "breaking the bank." Hopefully as you read this column the long win- ter will have finally left us. This provides an opportunity to use our parks and trails as inex- pensive family outings. Perhaps gather up the family for a bike ride to Mendota Plaza and/or the Village at Mendota Heights. You can take a break there and enjoy a treat at a number of restaurants and shops. Many of the shops have nearby outdoor seating to take in a beautiful spring or summer day. Another idea may be to take your family or meet some friends at the Par 3 for a casual round of golf and then on to one of the parks for a picnic. Of course you will want to pick up a few supplies at a local store to make it a memorable day. Even if outdoor activity is not your thing, or the weather is threatening, we have several businesses that would love to have you stop by for lunch, dinner or even just a refreshing beverage and snack. Other shops offer a range of reasonably priced shopping options that cater to doing things on a budget. We all are hoping as 2009 unfolds that we will see our economy turn for the better. In the mean- time, let's help bring that day closer by support- ing our local businesses and enjoying all IMendota Heights has to offer. - Mayor John Huber Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks! Friday, June 5th & Saturday, June 6th June 5th - Friday Ni Off" Jun y ht "Kick O Night Market Square Park - Village at Mendota Heights Come listen to a free concert featuring the band "6 Below" - 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. Then stick around for the big game. Twins vs. Seattle The game will be broadcasted on a jumbo outdoor screen at 9:10 p.m. Saturday - June 6th 0 5K RunM/alk 9:00 a.m. - Race starts at Market Square o 00 Day In The Park "Celebration" O O Mendakota Park - Noon - 3:00 p.m Free games and events including;:, m MHPD Bike Rodeo, Music by "The Teddy Bear Band", petting zoo, pony rides & much more. See pages 4 & 5 for a complete list of events & sponsors. Celebrate Schools in ISD 197 150 Years of Excellence On June 6th, 2009, the ISD 197 community is invited to honor 150 years of education at the schools within the district, including the old one -room rural schools in Mendota and Eagan Townships, and the brick schools in West St. Paul. The opening of the community supported events will be held in conjunction with Mendota Heights Park Celebration at Mendakota Park. Displays will show schools "then and now". Activities will amuse the kids, musical performers will entertain, and free cake will be served. The celebration will con- tinue in the late afternoon to dusk at Henry Sibley H.S. The descen- dants from all schools, including former and current students and staff, along with community residents, and area businesses are encouraged to join us in watching a vintage baseball game, and marching in our parade. Bring your own picnic basket to a FR "Picnic on the Grounds", mingle at the social gather- _ ing that follows, and witness the concluding fire- works display. The committee invites everyone to attend and is seeking families with multiple genera- tions of students at these schools to contact us. YaOfUw-hrct, Anyone wishing to participate, volunteer or donate please call Ralph Dumond (651-456-0986) or Ultan Duggan (651-452-5179). PAGE 4 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES APRIL 2009 PARK CELEBRATION FRIDAY RINE 5TH & SATURDAY JUNE 6TH "Free" Park Celebration Kick Off Event Friday - June 5th Market Square Park Village at Mendota Heights (Hwy 110 and Dodd Road) Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to Market Square Park at the Village at Mendota Heights 6:45 — 9:00 p.m. — Enjoy our local Band "6 Below" playing your favorites from the 60's, 70's, 80's 9:10 p.m. — MN Twins vs Seattle broadcast ; j on our Jumbo Outdoor Screen (sponsored by n Schaffer Financial & Tommy's Chicago ®` Pizza). Gather your family and friends and take in the Twins Game here in MH! Food vendors and specials from The Village busi- nesses will be available. Don't miss TC BEAR appearance starting at 8:30 p.m.! Simple Steps Enjoy Walking in Dakota County Join "Simple Steps," the new walking program in Dakota County! It's FREE, easy, and energizing. All you need to do is find at least one friend, relative,, \ neighbor or coworker to walk ( 11 1 with at least once each week. If you want, you can add others to your walking group. To register, go to www.dakotacounty.us and search for "Simple Steps". You'll receive a guide full of tips to get you started and keep you motivated. You'll also get maps of interesting places to walk in the county, notices of special events, and special rewards for participating. This program will run from April 1 st - July 31 St. There is no charge for this program. Stop by our booth at the Park Celebration on June 6th. The first 50 participants to register will receive a free Simple Steps t -shirt. Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks is made possible by the generous support of residents, community groups and community businesses. Please remember to sponsor your local businesses and community groups. If you are inter- ested in making a donation, volunteering for this year's event or are a business or community group interested in participating, please contact Teresa at the Parks & Recreation Department at 651-452-1850. "Day In The Park" Saturday - June 6th Noon - 3 p.m. - Mendakota Park The City of Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Department would like to invite you, your family, friends and neighbors to a day in the park to celebrate our parks and bring our community togeth- er along with some of our area merchants and residents who through their donations, have made this day in the park possible. The day will feature a youth baseball tournament, musical perform- ances and youth & family activities. Several highlites of this year's celebration include the following FREE events: • Teddy Bear Band music performance sponsored by City & County Credit Union • MH Police Dept. Bike Rodeo sponsored by MHPD, Boehm's Bike Shop & McDonald's • Petting Zoo sponsored by Mendakota Animal Hospital • Pony Rides sponsored by Gabriel Financial Group & Children's Country Day School • Fire Truck Rides- Mendota Heights Fire Department • Mendota Heights Athletic Association - Ball Tournament • Soccer Shoot -Out -Sponsored by Sound and Fury Men's Soccer Team • Hockey Shoot -Out Sponsored by Gateway Bank • Face Painting sponsored by Alegra Print & Imaging • Pre -School & Elementary Moon Walks sponsored by Funtastic Party Rentals, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, and Mendakota Pediatrics • "Free Throw" contest sponsored by American Bank • Football Toss sponsored by Anytime Fitness • USTA Tennis "Block Party" sponsored by Lapp, Libra Law Firm • Putting Contest sponsored by Paster Enterprises & Mendota Heights Par 3 • Caricatures sponsored by Hoffmann Development Inc. • Joe the Balloon Guy sponsored by TAJ Technologies • Duggan's Dashes sponsored by Ultan Duggan • Boltz's Tae Kwon Do Demonstration • Baseball Throw sponsored by Lexington Heights Apartments • Rain Gutter Regatta sponsored by MH Cub Scout Pack #39 • Lacrosse Toss sponsored by MHAA Lacrosse • Underwater World MOA Adventures - United Properties • Wheel of Fortune Sponsored by Liberty Mutual Insurance/Jim Sirek N, PAGE 5 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES APRIL 2009 CELEBIUMMEND E[ S PARKS SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH SPECIAL EVENTS Bike Rodeo 2009 Noon - 3:00 p.m. - Mendakota Park Sponsored by The Mendota Heights Police Department, Boehm's Cycling & Fitness and MH McDonald's *Boehm's Cycling & Fitness will be providing free bike safety checks. * Kids can ride through the MHPD bicycle obstacle course. Each participant who brings a bike & rides through the obstacle course will get an extra drawing ticket for a chance to win one of two new bikes. Mendota Heigl• 5K RunMalk Sponsored by Gateway Bank Saturday, June 6th 9:00 a.m. start time Entry Fee: Pre -registration $15.00/Day of Race $20.00 Begins at "Village at Mendota Heights" (Hwy. 110 & Dodd Rd.) For information or a registration form, please call City Hall at 651-452-1850 or go to: www.mendota-heights.com USTA- Tennis Block Party "Causin' a Racquet" In Mendota Heights! SATURDAY, JUNE 6 @ MENDAKOTA PARK (PARK CELEBRATION EVENT) Noon — 3:00 p.m. Open to all ages. Try our Tennis Obstacle Course, Tennis 101, and Beat the Pro. Participants will receive an extra drawing ticket for 2 bikes & other prizes by attend- ing. Our USTA Pro & tennis instructor, Terry Olson and our summer tennis staff will be on a� hand if you would like more infor- mation on MH tennis programs:-,. and our USTA league too! Dont miss the fun, games and PRIZES! Sponsored by Lapp, Libra Law Firm Celebrate 150 Years of Education 1859-2009 Join the Community Celebration June 6th eta Mendakota Park ;��t h�. J Noon - 3:00 p.m. ?, Henry Sibley High 4 School 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. f, *Baseball Game * Parade * Picnic Years of Excellence *Socializing PBOUD PAST, BOLD NMI, * Fireworks www.isd197.org - Select the 150 logo for more details. PAGE 6 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES APRIL 2009 Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Program Registration closes for all leagues and lessons one week prior to start date. Please add $5.00 for non-resident fee. The non- resident fee is waived for students attending MH schools or St. Joe's, Visitation or St. Thomas. Participants may register for tee -times online at www.mendota-heights.com or stop in at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. Junior Golf League Boys and Girls ages 6-15 Junior golfers are expected to acknowledge golf course rules. Fee: $100.00 (Must pre -pay for all 11 weeks. No play June 29 and July 1. Add $5.00 for non-resident fee. Monday morning league: Boys Wor Girls June 8th - August 24th Wednesday morning league: Boys Wor Girls June 10 -August 26th Get your neighbors, friends and co-workers to play! Wednesday's June 3 to August 19th - (no golf on July 1st) Fee: $100.00 Must pre pay for 11 weeks. Three 1 -hour lessons covering golf course etiquette, golf club grip, stance, swing and correct putting techniques. There will be one teaching professional to every 6 golfers, giving personalized instruction. Each participant will receive 2 free rounds of golf. Rainouts will be rescheduled. Fee: Juniors: $53 (Ages 6 and up) Parent/Child: $96.00 (one fee for both) Adult lessons: $53 Tuesday evening classes: Junior Lessons at 5:00 p.m.; Parent/Child Lessons at 6:10 p.m.; & Adult Lessons at 7:20p.m. Session I: Tuesday, May 5th, 12th, 19th Session II: Tuesday, June 2nd, 9th, 16th Session III: Tuesdays, June 23rd, 30th & July 7th Session IV: Tuesdays, July 14th, 21st, 28th MENDOTA HEIGHTS -Par 3- 1 Register online at 1 www.mendota-heights.com Mendota Heights Par 3 Youth Golf Camps Golf camp participants will learn putting, chipping, full swing techniques, and receive on -course instruction during four fun -filled days. Each golfer will need a golf bag, put- ter, and at least three size appropriate clubs. Each golfer will receive a pass for one free round of golf at the end of the program. Camps run from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. for morning sessions or from Noon — 3 p.m. for afternoon sessions. Ages: 6 - 13. All Skill Levels (you will be put with your level) Fee: $107.00 Week of June 8- 11 Session I — 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Session II - Noon - 3:00 p.m Week of June 15-18 Session III- 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Session IV — Noon - 3:00 p.m Week of June 22 - 25 Session V - 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Session VI - Noon - 3:00 p.m Week of July 6 - 9 Session VII - 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Week of July 13 - 16 Session VIII - 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Week of July 20 - 23 Session IX — 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Week of July 27 - 30 Session X - 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Week of Aug. 3 - 6 Session XI - 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Week of Aug. 10 - 13 Session XII - 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Mendota Heights Par 3 1695 Dodd Road Staff at the Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course are mak- ing preparations for the 2009 golf season. The MHP3 is a short par three course, with large greens and a forgiving layout. The course offers an affordable and enjoyable golf experience for the whole family, including beginners, sen- iors and everyone in-between. The Course is open sun- up to sun -down. Leagues, lessons, camps and events are available, including night golf events. Green Fees: Weekdays: $10.00 Adults - $9.00 Youth & Seniors Weekends & Holidays: $12.00 Adults $11.00 Youth & Seniors Business and/or social groups interested in organizing lolf leagues, tournaments, outings (including moonlight lolf), and/or parties, please call 651-454-9822. PAGE 7 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES APRIL 2009 Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby at Roger's Lake This event is in memory of Cliff Timm who passed away in Dec. 05. Mr. Timm started our fishing derby. He provided funds to help build our pier and aerate the lake. We hope his love and passion for fishing continues in M.H. and we proudly renamed our fishing derby after him. Prizes and goodies bags will be provided thanks to Cliff Timm's Trust, Ace Hardware of IGH, local resident Ira Kipp and Gander Mountain. A container of Worms will be y provided for each contestant by 1- / Ace Hardware of IGH. Local �N 1 Fishing pros will also be on hand to help with our casting contest and answer your fishing questions. �* When: Wednesday, July 8 Where: Roger's Lake Fishing"` —� Dock & lake area (Wagon Wheel Trail) Ages: Youth 14 & under (Parent/guardian must accompany child) Fee: $8.00 per child. Add $5.00 if non-resident *MUST PRE REGISTER ONLINE OR AT CITY HALL -NO EXCEPTIONS!!! *Participants must bring their own pole and tackle. Bait will be provided. Time: Check-in will be from 5:45 - 6:00 p.m. Fishing pier/land/casting (20 min. each section): 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. Prizes awarded for: Largest, smallest, most fish & casting contests. 7:15 p.m.- Fish -Weigh-in Ends, 7:15 p.m. - Entertainment 7:45 p.m. - Awards/prize drawing - following entertainment 3rd Lair Skateboard Camp at Roger's Lake Skate Park For the expert to beginner and everyone in between. The 3rd Lair instructors are very experienced in the sport and have years of teaching knowledge. Equipment needed for camp: skateboard, helmet, knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards are recom- - mended. If raining please meet under the pavilion. Date: One week camp,' Monday, July 27th - Friday, July 31 ' Time: 9 a.m. to noon Ages: All ages (grouped by ability) Cost: $166.00 Geocaching in Mendota Heights Parks Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. T F The basic idea is to locate hid- den containers called geo- caches, outdoors and then j share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by peo- ple from all age groups, with a` strong sense of community and support for the environment. U., There are 772,065 active geo- caches around the world. Enter. _ your postal code at www.geo- caching.com } caching.com and get started on I_ finding geocashes right here in Mendota Heights. We will be introducing Geocashing this summer to children registered in our Summer Playgrounds program. We are looking for volunteers to help out our summer program by hiding a "cashe" for us each week (we can provide the "treasure" and give the coordinates to our Parks and Rec programmer at: teresag@mendota-heights.com. Or if you would like to hide your own treasure in one of our parks or on our trails please call City Hall at 651-452-1850 for permis- sion. Love Your Parks! Would you like to share your opinions about the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation system? Are you willing to be contacted occasionally by e-mail to com- plete an online survey, or to hear about opportunities to vol- unteer for parks events? If so, please send an e-mail to: -- lovetheparks@mendota- heights.com. Your e-mail ;m " address will be added to a database for potential future q % contact. You will always have the option to remove your e- mail address from this list at any time in the future, and your contact information will remain strictly confidential. Thank you for your support of Mendota Heights parks! PAGE 8 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES APRIL 2009 Summer 2009 Youth Trips PLEASE NOTE - Trips depart & return from CITY HALL , 1101 Victoria Curve in MH.Trips are for students ages 7 or older unless specified. Deadline to register is Tuesday prior to trip. Each trip has a limited number of space, so register early. Online registration is now available at www.mendota-heights.com. Trips are co-sponsored with WSP and SSP. All trips include chaperones, bus (except WSP Pool day) & activity fee. THURSDAY, JUNE 18th — MN TWINS vs. PITTSBURGH PIRATES We have reserved "Home Run Porch" seats. Twins vs Pittsburgh Pirates. The trip includes a ticket, a hot dog & pop Ages: 6 and older Cost: $19.00/person. Pickup/Return: 10:05 a.m./3:30 p.m. THURSDAY, JUNE 25th — Edina Aquatic Center Come join us for a day of pool fun. Choose from the twisting body or inner tube flume; glide over the water on a highfly- ing cable ride; plunge from a three meter diving board; splash and play in a zero -depth children's pool. Bring a bag lunch, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and extra money for concessions. Ages: 7 and older Cost: $15.00/person Pickup/Return: 10:05 a.m./4:25 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 9th — MN Zoo, Imax 3D and Monorail Ride It will be a fun filled day that will start out at the IMAX Theater viewing the new release of Under the Sea 3D then we are off to explore everything at the zoo. Bring your own bag lunch/drink or money for concessions. We end the day with a Monorail ride to view the animals from above. Ages: 6 and older Cost: $23.00/person Pickup/Return: 8:55 a.m./3:55 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 16th —Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center Cool off in this huge pool full of activities from thrilling waterslides to a sand and water play area. Bring a bag lunch, your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen! You may bring extra money for concessions if you like. Ages: 7 and older Cost: $15.00/person Pickup/Return: 10:20 a.m./3:25 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 23 —Vally Fair (In Shakopee) Enjoy a fun day at Minnesota's biggest and best amusement park. Bring your swim suit/towel for the water park. Bring bag lunch or money to buy lunch/snacks. Ages: 10 and older Cost: $29.00 /person. Pickup/Return: 9:00 a.m./6:10 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 30th —Cascade Bay Come experience Typhoon & Hurricane waterslides, the drop slide or just hang out in the 700 foot long lazy river. Bring a bag lunch or money for concessions. Ages: 8 and older Cost: $16.00/person Pickup/Return: 10:20 a.m./4:15 p.m. THURSDAY, AUGUST 6th — Mendota Heights & W St Paul Park & Rec Day at the WSP Pool Have your parents drop you off at the WSP pool @ 92 West Orme at 10am and we start the day with fun and games, activities and prizes outside of the pool in the morning. We will provide a picnic lunch. Then we're in the pool from noon to 3:00 p.m. We will also provide an afternoon snack during one of the pool breaks. Remember your towel, change of clothes, sunscreen and extra money if you want to purchase concessions. Ages: 6 and older Cost: $8.00/person PLEASE DROP YOUR CHILD OFF AT WSP POOL - NO BUS! Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Chaperones will be provided until 3:00 p.m. so please pick up your child by this time) '4 NIP - 1111 i . Mark your calendars! Tuesday, August 4th 2009 Come join your friends, neighbors and representatives from the Mendota Heights Police Department for this informational and fun event! Mendota Heights Night to Unite will be replacing National Night Out. Watch the City website for updates as summer approaches and get ready to join the fun! Mendota Heights Summer Playground Mendota Heights Summer Playground is a new program organized by Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation. Due to the overwhelming popularity of this program many of the sessions have already filled. Residents interested in this program may go to www.mendota-heights.com to check for any available openings. PAGE 9 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES APRIL 2009 Mendota Heights Summer Tennis Program At Visitation High School - Tennis Courts Join your FRIENDS, join the FUN, get and stay FIT. 'Play AND learn' via a proven national .;�fz57o; program, `Quick Start' tennis. Our tennis programs are 'Games Based' in '09! We will Institute a T , o� XIn 'Quick Start' which was rolled out in Nov. '07 by the major, national tennis organizations, USTA, H T K USPTA and PTR. Terry Olson a local area, Tennis Teaching Professional & Coach will run our CLUS IS cLu� program. Program Schedule: (6) Weeks June 8- July 22, (No classes/team play June 29, 30 - July 1, 2nd Holiday Break) T -Shirt included in all programs. Cancellations/Bad Weather: Call the Tennis Hotline (651) 255-1174 1/2 hour before your session. Rainouts: None *For 8 yrs. & up -we added a fun & games/picnic day — Wed, July 22 from 12 noon -1:30 p.m. to cover 'r any rainouts. Location For All Tennis Sessions: Visitation School Tennis Courts "Little Tennis" for youth ages 4-7 years old -T-shirt included (40 minute lessons once a µ week) Cost: $45.00 This program will introduce tennis to your child in a fun and safe environ- ment. Mini nets & other teaching aids will be used to gear this program to your child's age level r { Register early -program fills quickly. (The instructor would like a parent/chaperone to stay with ' child during lesson. You may coordinate with another parent to help with your child if you are �y unable to stay.) Dates: Thursdays, June 11 -July 23 (no lesson 7/ 2) Times: Little's I - 8:30- ` 9:10 a.m., Little's II - 9:15-9:55 a.m., Little's III - 10-10:40 a.m. Beginner Tennis Lessons for Youth Ayes 8-10 years old. Cost: $75 ' With the new Quick Start program beginners will have fun and learn how to play tennis. They will learn sportsmanship, general etiquette and develop strokes through this program. - Participants will need tennis shoes and a tennis racquet. Dates: M, T, W, from June 8 to July ------- 22 Times: Session I - 8:30 —9:25 a.m. Session II -9:30-10:25 a.m. Intermediate Lessons for Youth ages 10 — 14 years old. Cost: $75 For youth that have had some tennis experi- ence. Terry & his assistants will take them to the next level of training. You will work with the instructors at your level of play, not age. Dates: M, T, W, from June 8 to July 22 Times: Session III -9:30-10:25 a.m. Session IV -10:30- 11:25 V-10:30- 11:25 a.m. Session V - 11:30-12:25 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Lessons for Youth ages 12 — 14 years old. Cost: $75 This program is for youth with previ- ous tennis experience or participated in our tennis program last year. These lessons will take the player to the next level of training. You will work with the instructors at your level of play, not age. Dates: M, T, W, from June 8 to July 22. Times: Session VI -11:30-12:25 p.m. IN HOUSE LEAGUE PLAY FOR AGES 12-14 Cost: $75 You will need to qualify for this program and will be evaluated your first day. This program is great for kids that have been through our lessons but are not ready or wanting to join the travel team. If Terry feels you are not ready for this program your money will be refunded or you can be moved into Session V lessons @ 11:30 a.m. Time: 11:45 a.m. -12:45 p.m. Dates: M, T, W, June 8 to July 22. Traveling Tennis Team ®m� New For 2009 A competitive program for ages 10-16 years. k This program will be held on Monday & Wednesday afternoons We are joining with the communities of Farmington, Inver Grove Heights, Woodbury, South St. Paul, and Eagan for our traveling tennis program. Games will be on Monday and Wednesday *Note: Parent car pooling to the matches required-Instructor/Coach is not allowed to drive players (will be in 1 of the above cities). Fee will include Team T -Shirt Cost: $80.00 Dates: Monday & Wednesday, June 8 — July 22. Time: 1:30 game start times — each match lasts approx. 2 hours. *Coach may add some Tuesday practices. End of Season picnic/games July 22 - Noon to 1:30 pm. Martial Arts Summer Camp In Mendota Heights Martial Arts Summer Camps will be held at The Martial Arts Academy. Call Master Boltz at 651-683-0355 or go to www.boltzstkd.com for program and registration information. PAGE 10 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES APRIL 2009 Summer Playhouse Presents "Eloise" Free weekly entertainment for kids! Summer Playhouse is a traveling variety show which will be making appearances at both Marie and Mendakota Parks this summer. The Summer Playhouse group will provide creative, quality performances free of charge. The shows will include: choreographed performances, puppet shows, songs and dances. Performances last approximately thirty minutes and are designed to entertain families with young children. Performances will not be held if it is raining. Feel free to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to sit on. Mondays starting June 15th. 1:30 - 2:00 p.m. - Marie Park - (Marie Ave. between Victoria & Lexington) 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Mendakota Park (Mendakota Drive and Dodd Road). "Free" Outdoor Concert Series Music at Market Square Park Village at Mendota Heights (intersection of Hwy 110 & Dodd Road) Friday, June 5th Come listen to a free concert featuring the band "6 Below" 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. Then stick around for the big game. Twins vs. Seattle to be broadcasted on a jumbo outdoor screen at 9:10 p.m. Thursday, June 18 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. "The Mayflies" Thursday, July 16 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. Connie Evingson with Clearwater Hot Club Thursday, August 20 6:30 — 8:30 p..m Andra Suchy Band Please visit http://www.villagemh.com for more up to date information about outdoor concerts and other activities at Market Square "Summer Performances In The Park" l Free Family Entertainment Enjoy "FREE" Performances In The Park! Bring a blan- Iket or lawn chair. Children must be accompanied by an I ladult throughout the entire performance. (Market Square l lis our newest park located at The (Village at Mendota Heights -Hwy 110 land Dodd) l Friday, June 5, 7:00 — 8:45 p.m. — (Market Square Park 14 (Enjoy our local Band "6 Below" playing C r `r lyour favorites from the 60's, 70's, 80's Friday, June 5, 9:10 p.m. —Market (Square Park t IMN Twins vs. Seattle, broadcast on our (Jumbo Outdoor Screen. Gather your Ifamily and friends and take in the Twins J 1 lGame here in MH! Food vendors will be lavailable and don't miss TC BEAR lappearance starting at 8:45 p.m.! I Saturday, June 6, Noon — 2:00 p.m. - Mendakota Park I (Celebrate 150 Years of Education - Showcasing student and I (alumni music performances including the band "Century Brass". I Saturday, June 6, 2:00 — 2:45 p.m. — Mendakota Park I "Teddy Bear Band" This Band inspires movement, imagination I land fun for children. This upbeat musical show is targeted to a I (younger audience, with opportunities for adults to join in the fun. (BYOB - Bring Your Own Teddy Bear. 1 Wednesday, June 10, 6:45-7:15 p.m. - Henry Sibley High 1 ISchool parking lot - "The Alphabits Band". This musical is 1 ,back again playing your favorite children's songs. Kids can sing, , ,dance, laugh and shout. In conjunction with ECFE Trucks and , ,Travel event which begins at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, June 18, 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. — Market Square Park. "The Mayflies". Pushing the limit of jam rock and bluegrass, the "Mayflies" are known for their inexhaustible energy! of Wednesday, July 8, 7:00 p.m. Rogers Lake Park - "Halls r (Magic" - Come and enjoy this "Magical" show. Tons of fun for the entire family. I Thursday, July 16, 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. — Market Square Park - "Connie Evingson with Clearwater Hot Club" - Twin Cities 1 (jazz vocalist Connie Evingson will appear with Clearwater Hot l ICU and sing selections from her CD Gypsy in My Soul. I Wednesday, August 19, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. - Mendakota Park I- "Leroy's River Minstrels" - Your favorite old time and (Dixieland Music and Free Root Beer! (Follows the Senior (Softball Game on Mendakota Park Field #1 at 5:30 p.m.). Thursday, August 20, 6:30 — 8:30 — Market Square Park — "Andra Suchy Band" - Andra has been a guest on A Prairie lHome Companion 4 times and has the honors of singing with l Isuch legends as Garrison Keillor, Emmylou Harris & Renee l (Fleming. I 1 L---------------------- —I E it our website at: endota-heights.com F 1 } r [ t 57) b "Free" Outdoor Concert Series Music at Market Square Park Village at Mendota Heights (intersection of Hwy 110 & Dodd Road) Friday, June 5th Come listen to a free concert featuring the band "6 Below" 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. Then stick around for the big game. Twins vs. Seattle to be broadcasted on a jumbo outdoor screen at 9:10 p.m. Thursday, June 18 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. "The Mayflies" Thursday, July 16 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. Connie Evingson with Clearwater Hot Club Thursday, August 20 6:30 — 8:30 p..m Andra Suchy Band Please visit http://www.villagemh.com for more up to date information about outdoor concerts and other activities at Market Square "Summer Performances In The Park" l Free Family Entertainment Enjoy "FREE" Performances In The Park! Bring a blan- Iket or lawn chair. Children must be accompanied by an I ladult throughout the entire performance. (Market Square l lis our newest park located at The (Village at Mendota Heights -Hwy 110 land Dodd) l Friday, June 5, 7:00 — 8:45 p.m. — (Market Square Park 14 (Enjoy our local Band "6 Below" playing C r `r lyour favorites from the 60's, 70's, 80's Friday, June 5, 9:10 p.m. —Market (Square Park t IMN Twins vs. Seattle, broadcast on our (Jumbo Outdoor Screen. Gather your Ifamily and friends and take in the Twins J 1 lGame here in MH! Food vendors will be lavailable and don't miss TC BEAR lappearance starting at 8:45 p.m.! I Saturday, June 6, Noon — 2:00 p.m. - Mendakota Park I (Celebrate 150 Years of Education - Showcasing student and I (alumni music performances including the band "Century Brass". I Saturday, June 6, 2:00 — 2:45 p.m. — Mendakota Park I "Teddy Bear Band" This Band inspires movement, imagination I land fun for children. This upbeat musical show is targeted to a I (younger audience, with opportunities for adults to join in the fun. (BYOB - Bring Your Own Teddy Bear. 1 Wednesday, June 10, 6:45-7:15 p.m. - Henry Sibley High 1 ISchool parking lot - "The Alphabits Band". This musical is 1 ,back again playing your favorite children's songs. Kids can sing, , ,dance, laugh and shout. In conjunction with ECFE Trucks and , ,Travel event which begins at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, June 18, 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. — Market Square Park. "The Mayflies". Pushing the limit of jam rock and bluegrass, the "Mayflies" are known for their inexhaustible energy! of Wednesday, July 8, 7:00 p.m. Rogers Lake Park - "Halls r (Magic" - Come and enjoy this "Magical" show. Tons of fun for the entire family. I Thursday, July 16, 6:30 — 8:30 p.m. — Market Square Park - "Connie Evingson with Clearwater Hot Club" - Twin Cities 1 (jazz vocalist Connie Evingson will appear with Clearwater Hot l ICU and sing selections from her CD Gypsy in My Soul. I Wednesday, August 19, 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. - Mendakota Park I- "Leroy's River Minstrels" - Your favorite old time and (Dixieland Music and Free Root Beer! (Follows the Senior (Softball Game on Mendakota Park Field #1 at 5:30 p.m.). Thursday, August 20, 6:30 — 8:30 — Market Square Park — "Andra Suchy Band" - Andra has been a guest on A Prairie lHome Companion 4 times and has the honors of singing with l Isuch legends as Garrison Keillor, Emmylou Harris & Renee l (Fleming. I 1 L---------------------- —I E it our website at: endota-heights.com PAGE 11 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES APRIL 2009 mportant Phone Numbers & West St. Paul -Mendota Heights -Eagan, Recreation Information _ I Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul I You may register for programs or ) Public Schools Community Education Itake out park permits at the recep- Itionist desk in City Hall during normal I Do you want a safe and engaging environment for your child. Ibusineshours (Monday through l I Do you want to learn a new skill or brush up on an old one? If so, IFriday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.). 1 Community Education is right for you! The combined Community Park & Recreation Programmer, Teresa I Education program for the school districts of West St. Paul - 1 IGangelRff, 651-452-1850. I Mendota Heights -Eagan, Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul I* MH Adult Softball League : Teresa @ 651-452-1850 I offers a wide range of opportunities for all ages and abilities, 1* Softball rainout (adult leagues) Hot Line: 651-255-1173 I including: 1* Tennis Hotline: 651-255-1174 I* Sibley Sting Youth Soccer: 651-457-1426 I Early Learning Programs 1* Thompson Park Activity Center: 651-450-8291 1 Youth Enrichment � F�"3ts * DARTS: 651-455-1560 School -Age Care ,.` Adult Enrichment I* Fort Snelling State Park - 612-725-2389 1 Adult Basic Education 1* Special Olympics: 651-452-1850 I •Adults with Disabilities a, I* DNR information Center: 651-296-6157 I Older Adult Programs t5o'. * Mendota Heights Garden Club: 651-454-3337 I Years of Excellence 1* Dakota County Parks: 651-438-4671 PROUD PAST. BOLD FUTURE. �* St. Thomas Ice Arena: 651-209-6020 * Mendota Heights Mom's Club: To view our current catalog, please visit www.isd197.org and www.mendotaheightsmomsclub.me I click on 'Community Education.' For more information or to reg - Mendota Heights Athletic Association (MHAA) - All i ister, please visit www.celearn4ever.org or call 651-403-8313 youth sports (excluding tennis & golf): Please call MHAA 1 @ 651-263-3760 or sign up on line at: www.mendotaheight- i South Region Stars Isathletics.com L _ — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — - The Area 12 Special Olympics "STARS" are "in training" City of Mendota Heights Parks & and participating in a wide variety of sports and activities Recreation which include: soccer, floor hockey, swimming and basket- ball. New athletes can be registered at any time during the Ways to Register year. Call Teresa at 651-452-1850 for more information. 1. Register online at: http://www.mendota-heights.com 2. Mail in or drop off registration forms, (forms available at http://www.mendota-heights.com) Mail completed forms along with payment to the City of Mendota Heights Parks & Recreation, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118. City Hall Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday Please call MH City Hall at 651-452-1850 if you have any questions. Thompson Park Activity Center (TPAC) for 55 + Adults 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 WSP. This is our area (ISD 197 Community Education) 55+ center. 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" which lists all upcoming activities and classes, or need more information on what is offered, please call the Thompson Park Activity Center at 651-450-8291 or stop in for a visit. er Adult Programs Dog Days of Summer August 17 - 21 Join your Northern Dakota County Cities of West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, South St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights for an end of the summer get-together with food, fun and games just like the good of days. If you would like to sign up to be part of the Flea Market, Golf Tournament or join one of the softball teams please call the appropriate number for further information about the events below. Monday August 17 -Noon start Flea Market, Entertainment and Hot Dogs at TPAC (Call 651-403-8300) Tuesday, August 18 - Morning tee times TBD Golf Tournament at Thompson Oaks Golf Course (Call 651-552-4152) Wednesday August 19 - 5.30 - 7:30 p.m. Old Time Softball Game, Music & Dance in the Park (popcorn and lemonade) at MH (Mendakota Park) (Call 651-452-1850) Thursday August 20 - Time TBD Movie in the pool at SSP Central Square (Call SSP 651-306-3693) Friday August 21 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Ice Cream Social in IGH (Call IGH 651-450-2469) CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS , •'�1y Date: April 14, 2009 To: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION From: TERESA GANGELHOFF RE: MARCH/APRIL PARK AND RECREATION REPORT Youth Trips The April Spring Break trips to Family Martial Arts Academy and Park and Rec Day @ TPAC — were both well attended. Summer Thursday Youth Trips: Trips are co-sponsored with WSP and SSP All trips include chaperones, bus (except WSP Pool day) & activity fee. THURSDAY, JUNE 18th – MN TWINS vs. PITTSBURGH PIRATES (Ages 6 and up) Cost $19.00/person. Pickuplreturn: 10:0513:30 THURSDAY, JUNE 25th –Edina Aquatic Center (Ages 7 and up) Cost $15.001person Pickuplretum: 10:0514:25 THURSDAY, JULY 9th – MN Zoo, Imax 3D and Monorail Ride (Ages 6 and up) Cost $23.001person Pickup/return: 8:5513:55 THURSDAY, JULY 16th –Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center (Ages 7 and up) Cost: $15.00person Pickup/return: 10:2013:25 THURSDAY, JULY 23–VALLEYFAIR (IN SHAKOPEE) (Ages 10 and up) Cost $29.00 /person. Pickuplreturn 9:0016:10 THURSDAY, JULY 30th –Cascade Bay (Ages 8 – and up) Cost $16.001person Pickuplreturn: 10:2014:15 THURSDAY, AUGUST 6th– Mendota Heights &W St Paul Park & Rec Day at the WSP Pool (Ages 6 and up) Cost: $8.001person NO BUS 10 am -3 pm Simple Steps Simple Steps program started 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. School Flyer One more summer program and Park Celebration flyer will go home to students in May that I am currently working on. 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. Together with the cities of MH, IGH, SSP and WSP and TPAC we are planning a week long summer activity for 55 + in August called "Dog Days of Summer" and each city will hold an event each night the week of August 17 to 21St. Our event will be on Wednesday, August 19 which will include a senior softball game followed by lemonade and a band playing music from the 1940, 50's and 60's. (OVER) Park Celebration Plans are in place for this year's celebration to kick off at Market Square Park with Music by local band 6 Below and then we welcome TC Bear to join us as we show the 9:10 pm MN Twins game to be broadcast on a huge outdoor screen. We invite the community to come for the free music then stay and cheer our MN Twins on to a win against Seattle. Our Celebration starts Sat. June 6 at 9 am at Market Square Park with the 5K run/walk put on by MHPD sponsored by Gateway Bank. Then we move to Mendakota Park with all our activities from noon to 3 pm. If you have any ideas you would like to see or want to volunteer please let Teresa know. I have included the page from Heights Highlites (going to homes in the next few weeks) that show the activities planned so far with its sponsors. I am working with volunteers from District.197 150th Anniversary Celebration. They are going to promote the birthday with fee cake, , music provided by students and alumni and displays that will be set up at our park celebration. They are also planning to continue the birthday celebration with more activities into the evening at Henry Sibley High School. Ice Rinks For the 2008/2009 Ice Rink season we opened on December 12, 2009 and closed on Wed. February 17 for the season due to rain/poor ice conditions. Total days open 44. (poor weather caused closures 20 days from Dec. 12 to Feb. 17 also) The counts for this year are as follows: Friendly Hills Marie Park Wentworth Park: Hockey Rink 1297 Hockey Rink 1319 Hockey Rink 930 Pleasure Rink 186 Pleasure Rink 380 Pleasure Rink 227 To compare to the 2007/2008 season we were open a total of 78 days. (34 more days total then the 2008/2009 season) The 2007/2008 season was the longest the rinks were open as far as we know and have records for. We had closed 5 days in Dec. (one being Christmas day) 6 day in January and 2 days in February. Friendly Hills Hockey 1860 Pleasure rink 305 Marie Hockey 2226 Pleasure rink 695 Wentworth Hockey 1879 Pleasure rink 585 Revtrak Online Registration Registration online is going well, taking some of the pressure off the front desk and walk ins.. We will still take walk up registrations at City Hall with check or cash only if people are not able to register online but hope people will now register at www.mendota-hei.ghts.com for all recreation programming. 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. LISTA will be sending us a tennis pro to help run this years Tennis Block Party at our Park Celebration (along with our summer staff) and will also be sending a pro to help with our lessons on June 9 to help start out our 2009 summer season and help Terry ease into the new job. All 4 High School Students are coming back to work the tennis program again this summer. All of our 5 instructors will attend a Coaches Workshop at the end of May. Summer Plavgrounds a HIT! Our new weekly summer playgrounds program is almost full with just a few remaining spots left the week of June 29. Our instructors are already busy planning activities geared to a certain themed week. We have hired 2 college students to run the program. We offer a morning session for 4 — 7 year olds and an afternoon session for 7 —11 year olds. I am currently working with Saint Thomas High School and planning to coordinate to have some students volunteer to help each week with the GPS/Geocashing activities. They will work at putting out some "Treasures" (cache) for our kids to find each week. They will give the coordinates and assist the kids in using the GPS units to find the hidden cache. Gearing up for Summer: More info on all the programs for the summer will be in the next Heights Highlites due to MH homes in April or listed online at www.mendota- heights.com (I have included a copy of the final draft which will be sent to print April 15 so you have a complete List of upcoming park and rec events planned) Safety Camp August 11, 12, 13 (this program is already filled for 2009!) Golf and Tennis programs starting June 8. Skateboard Camp July27 to July 31. Soccer Camp in June Performances in the Parks Summer Playhouse running on Monday's for 6 weeks starting end of June at Marie and Mendakota Parks Fishing Derby, Wednesday, July 8. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO DATE: April 14, 2009 TO: Mayor, City Council and City Administrator FROM: Jake Sedlacek, Assistant to the City Administrat&� SUBJECT: Letter Regarding Eugenia Alley Vacation Discussion Attached you will find a letter from Bill Dunnigan, a resident at 597 Sutcliff Circle. Mr. Dunnigan wished to be on record voicing his opposition to any turn back of the Eugenia Ave unused right -or -way Action Required Acknowledge letter. If the Commission would like, they could discuss the topic and make a recommendation to Council. April 2, 2009 City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Fax (651) 452-8940 c/o JakeS@Mendota-Heights.com Mayor and Council Members Parks and Recreation Commission Regarding: The petitions to vacate the Eugenia Avenue right of way, platted as part of Cherokee Park Heights subdivision in 1924. I strongly oppose the petitions to vacate this right of way and sell or give it to private home owners. I believe the city of Mendota Heights should keep this parcel of land as green space for the neighbors and the city to use and enjoy. The applicants have not taken the time to contact other neighbors affected by this petition. Such an action may threaten the property values of other homes in the area. I strenuously object to the change in status of this land. The current use of this land is beneficial to many community members. It provides a buffer green space between neighbors, a walking path for others. Neighborhood children play here. I urge the city to keep this land as is. William Dunnigan Mendota Heights (651) 224-6191 dunz-)f-y@yalLoo.com CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO DATE: April 14, 2009 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission �p� FROM: Jake Sedlacek, Assistant to the City AdministraLd 1K ) SUBJECT: Julie King — Sage Landscape Design Julie King worked with the Par 3 Greens Committee to develop a landscape plan for the Clubhouse which features native plantings, and features nice color and variation. Chair Portz asked Ms. King if she would be willing to come speak to the Parks and Recreation Commission about the Par 3 design, and what any resident can do to enhance their landscaping with natural plantings. The only action required is to receive the presentation and discuss the topic. City of Mendota Heights MEMORANDUM Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Guy Kullander, Operations & Projects Coordinator Subject: Verbal Updates: 2009 Park & Trail Improvement Projects: Hagstrom-King Park: Install eight -foot high outfield fence and remove existing backstop and replace with new backstop capable of supporting twenty-four foot high safety netting over batters area - (April start date) Friendly Hills Park: Repair and overlay trail segment on south side of Decorah west from Huber Drive. Install new trail segment from Decorah (over drainage way) to tennis court / picnic area - (May start date) Friendly Hills Park: Replace two-thirds of play components; add new border timbers and ADA accessible wood fiber surfacing - (May/June start date) Victoria Highlands Park: Reconstruct playground with new components, concrete walk/edging around play area, sun shelter, and engineered wood fiber surfacing. Historic Pilot Knob: a). 'Earth Day' Wednesday, April 22nd corporate volunteer work group will work on brush hauling and general site maintenance. b). 'Spring 2009 Restoration Event' Saturday, April 25th. Large volunteer event (50 +) will perform various restoration tasks on Phase 2 site. c). Development of overlook on Phase 1 site - see attached concept. Work to be completed in late summer/fall - dedication ceremony planned - date not yet established. d). Phase 2 and installation of Interpretative signs (Mn Historical Society grant) will be held on Thursday, June 25th at 11:30 am. e). Ongoing restoration efforts by Great River Greening staff and various contractors - summer/fall. Hwy 110 - Dodd Road Pedestrian Study: Public `Open House' will be held on April 15th, at 6:30 pm at the Town Center Village at Mendota Heights in an un -occupied store front across from the north end of the central green space. Consultant will explain various options for pedestrian access from Mendota Plaza across to Town Center (bridge, tunnel, at -grade intersection improvements, et al). The various options will be presented to City Council at the April 21s' meeting - Council will direct which option(s) should be considered in more detail - final product will be a completed Feasibility Study that will include funding sources/options. See attached memos to Council prepared by John Mazzitello. Dodd Road Trail: Hwy 110 north to Marie Avenue. Yearly the City receives State Aid funds for roadway improvements - Council has directed that when sufficient funds are accumulated this trial improvement would be constructed. Plans are substantially complete and acquisition of additional rights-of- way or easements will be the next step - construction contract may be let in 2009 or 2010. Highway 13 Trail: From existing trail constructed west of Wachtler along the 'Summit' housing development to bridge over Lilydale Road. Progress on this project is substantially the same as the Dodd Road trail segment above. Trail maintenance: Crack sealing and general repairs (funded in 2009 City Budget Line Item under Park Maintenance) Tennis courts: Crack sealing and surfacing repairs - five double -tennis courts (funded in 2009 Budget Line Item under Park Maintenance) Roger's Lake: Control / treatment of lake weeds as directed by City Council - work to be funded from Storm Utility Fund Planning efforts for2010 budget cycle -Aug 2009 1. Projects as directed by Commission: 2. Staff recommendations: a). Upgrade Mendakota Park playground (installed in 1990) 1. Add 2-5 yr old components 2. Add engineered accessible wood fiber (remove pea rock) 3. Replace worn out components as necessary b). Planning effort: 'Valley Park Restoration Plan'. Remove invasive plants, restore open meadows, dredge pond, establish gravel trails, aim for oak savannah restoration, improve existing paved trail - very good candidate for supportive grant funds. Add paved trail on east side of park (Wachtler thru Par 3 Golf to Marie) c). Friendly Hills Park - replace ballfield backstop d). Upgrade play components in Kensington Park (installed in 1991) 1. Add engineered accessible wood fiber surfacing 2. Replace worn out equipment e). Sun shelter in Hagstrom-King Park near playground. f). Friendly Marsh Park build multi -use (lacrosse, soccer, football) field and supporting amenities (parking lot, etc.) Access from South Plaza Drive. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMORANDUM April 7, 2009 TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Adminis FROM: John R. Mazzitello, PE, PMR Public Works Director/City Engineer SUBJECT: Approval of Design Change Notice (DCN) 1 to Highway 110 and Dodd Road Pedestrian Feasibility Study Contract DISCUSSION: On February 3, 2009 Council awarded a contract to SRF Consulting Group for the Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Improvements at the intersection of Highway 110 and Dodd Road. The original Contract amount for the Study was $16,889.00. On March 19, 2009, the consultant held an agency coordination meeting so the City, MnDOT, and Dakota County could discuss issues with the design alternatives and iron out any conflicting issues and/or opinions. At this meeting Dakota County brought up their desire to separate pedestrian traffic along the North Urban Regional Trail (HURT) from Dodd Road. This would be accomplished by use of a pedestrian underpass (tunnel) under Dodd Road. Further, Dakota County expressed their desire to apply for funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), commonly referred to as economic stimulus money. The application time frame was short, and the County could not execute the consultant selection process in time to meet the application deadline, so it was asked that the City contract be amended to include this funding application. SRF Consulting Group provided the City with the attached Scope of Services and Proposal for completing the funding application as a DCN. The funding amount of the DCN is not -to -exceed $4,000.00, and Dakota County will be providing funds for the application through the Joint Powers Agreement to be considered under a separate motion. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Council approve the attached DCN and authorize staff to sign the contract amendment. ACTION REQUIRED: If Council agrees with the recommendation, approve a motion to award the attached DCN by simple majority vote. MINNEAPOLIS CONSULTING GROUP, INC.I FARGO ENGINEERS I P LAN N E RS i D E'S I G N E RS MADISON March 26, 2009 Mr. John R. Mazzitello, P.E., PMP Public Works Director/City Engineer CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 5511 S SUBJECT= SCOPE OF SERVICES TO PREPARE AN ARRA. TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENTS APPLICATION Dear John, We are pleased to submit this proposal to prepare an ARRA. Transportation Enhancements application for the Dodd Road underpass improvement in the City of Mendota Heights. We have reviewed the application and can use our experience in preparing federal funding applications to assist the City in developing a strong application for a project in need of funding. To prepare a successful application, we will evaluate.the Dodd Road underpass project closely to determine its strengths and. expand on them where applicable throughout the submittal. Further discussions with City and County staff are necessary to discuss background documentation that can be included to result in the strongest application. SCOPE OF SERVICES Based on our understanding of the proposed project, the following tasks will need to. be completed by the consultant to complete the application: 1. Collect/assenible data needed for developing the funding application. Identify data needs to be provided by City and County staff 2. Develop documentation and draft text for the application. Submit a draft application to the City for review. Coordinate with the City any letters of support that are needed. 3. Make final revisions to the application and transfer package to the City for final submittal to the Metropolitan Council. www.srfconsulting.com One Carlson Parkway North, Suite 150 1 Minneapolis, MN 55447-4443 1 763.475.0010 Fax: 763.475.2429 Au Equal opportunity Employer John Mazzitello, P.E_, PMP City of Mendota Heights BASIS OF PAYMENT March 26, 2009 Page 2 The total cost of our services on this project will not exceed $4,000. The cost is based on the scope of services provided. It is understood that if the scope or the extent of work is adjusted at any time, the project cost will be adjusted accordingly, upon your approval. We propose to be reimbursed for our services on an hourly basis at the approved City rates for actual time expended. The project cost includes out-of-pocket expenses (printing, reproduction, etc.), billed at cost, and mileage, which will be billed at a rate not to exceed the IRS allowance for business miles. Invoices would be submitted on a monthly basis for work performed during the previous month, with payment due within 30 days. - NOTICE TO PROCEED A signed copy of this proposal or a separate letter of authorization returned to this office will serve as notice to proceed. In order to meet the April 3, 2009 deadline, we will need to begin the work immediately. We will provide a draft application for your review by the end of the day on April 1, 2009. This will require the City to review the draft application on April 2, 2009, with changes being made before the submittal deadline of 5:00 pm. on April 3, 2009. We sincerely appreciate your consideration and hope that we may look forward to working with you on this project. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or if additional information regarding the subject is.required. Sincerely, APPROVED SRF Consulting Group, Inc. (signature) . `'IYrrTw Name Marie K. Cote, P.E. Principal Title Date This cost proposal is valid for a period of 90 days_ SRF reserves the right to adjust its cost estimate after 90 days from the date of this proposal SRF Proposal No. 09227 H.1Trans12009 STPsWroposalslUnendota 032609.doc CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMORANDUM April 7, 2009 TO: Mayor, City Council, and City Administr FROM: John R. Mazzitello, PE, PM Public Works Director/City Engineer SUBJECT: Approval of Joint Powers Agreement for County Funding Portion of Highway 110 and Dodd Road Pedestrian Improvement Feasibility Study DISCUSSION: On February 3, 2009 Council awarded a contract to SRF Consulting Group for the Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Improvements at the intersection of Highway 110 and Dodd Road. The original Contract amount for the Study was $16,889.00. A Design Change Notice (DCN) for funding application activity (being considered under separate motion) would bring the total contract cost to $20,889.00. Prior to the award of the contract, Staff had several discussions with Dakota County over the pedestrian underpass (tunnel) design option. This idea was originally brought forward by the County as a potential connectionUrban which will connect therail system to proposed trail through the Mendota Mall redevelopment Lebanon Hills Regional Park (LHRP). As the pedestrian underpass design option was brought forward by the County, the County agreed to pay for a portion of the Feasibility Study. The amount to be paid by the County, as agreed to by the City and the County is $6,000.00. This represents 29% of the contract cost to complete the study including the funding application DCN. The attached Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) outlines the terms and conditions of funding from the County to the City. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends Council approve the attached JPA. ACTION REQUIRED: If Council agrees with the recommendation, approve a motion to accept the attached JPA by simple majority vote. Attachment B JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN DAKOTA COUNTY AND THE CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS FOR A FEASIBILITY REPORT ON PEDESTRIAN 1 O149 DODD ROAD) INTERSESSING CTION IMPROVEMENTS AT THE HIGHWAY THE PARTIES TO THIS AGREEMENT are the County of Dakota, apolitical suand political division of the State of Minnesota (COUNTY), and the City of Mendota Heights, a govern -mental subdivision of the State of Minnesota (CITY). his Agreement is made pursuant to the authority conferred upon the parties by Minnesota Statute NOW THEREFORE, the parties, in joint and mutual exercise of their powers, agree as follows: 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Agreement is to facilitate an analysis of potential pedestrian, bicyclist and traffic improvements at the intersection of Trunk Highways 149 and 110 in the City of Mendota Heights; determine the feasibility of potential improvement options through a cooperative effort coordinated and managed by the CITY; and to recommend subsequent actions necessary to execute any desired improvements. The Feasibility Study will explore various pedestrian/bicycle overpass and/or below -grade crossings of both Highways 110 and 149 to eliminate safety issues on the NURT and to facilitate a better pedestrian/bicyclist connection between Mendota Plaza and the Village and regionatrail/greenway corridor connection th to i sof the Lebanon Hills Regional Park (LHRP). The CITY willprovide the COUNTY threeop completed Feasibility Study on or before June 5, 2009. 2. Term. Notwithstanding the date of the signatures of the parties, the term of this Agreement shall commence on April 30, 2009 and shall continue in full force and effect until the final Feasibility Study is accepted by the CITY, unless earlier terminated pursuant to paragraph 9 below. 3. Exercise of Powers. The parties t°this disbursethese ent agree that the funds for expensesCITY incurred byadminister he the funds collected hereunder, and Feasibility Report contract. 4. Powers and Duties of the CITY. 4.1 The CITY shall administer the Feasibility Study funds on behalf of the CITY and the COUNTY. 4.2 The CITY shall serve as project manager and fiscal agent for the funds collected hereunder. The CITY shall establish and maintain such funds and accounts as may be required by good accounting practices. 4.3 The CITY may apply for and accept gifts, grants, or loans and money, other property or assistance from any person, association, or agency to carry out the Feasibility Report in the City of Mendota Heights. 4.4 The CITY will use funds to hire and retain a consulting firm, or such other professional personnel as may be needed to provide the services contemplated under this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the parties agree that the Feasibility Study is a professional task and that the completion of the Feasibility Study shall be performed by professional experts contracted by the CITY. 4.5 CITY will allow COUNTY staff to have input to ensure that the Feasibility Study includes the COUNTY's design interests to facilitate a better pedestrian/bicyclist usage of the North Urban Regional Trail (HURT), the connection between Mendota Plaza and the Village and the connection between NURT and a greenway/regional trail connection south to LHRP. 5. Duties of the COUNTY. 5.1 The COUNTY shall provide to the CITY no later than June 5, 2009, the sum of $6,000.00, which equates to approximately 29% of the total, not -to -exceed, contract amount. Any scope changes, Design Change Notices, or other alterations to the original contract shall be funded by the CITY unless negotiated between the parties to this Agreement through amendment to this Agreement. 5.2 COUNTY staff will promptly provide input to the CITY to ensure the Feasibility Study's scope of services includes the COUNTY's design interests to facilitate a better pedestrian/bicyclist connection between Mendota Plaza and the Village and regional trail connection south to LHRP. 6. Books and Records. The books and records that are relevant to this Agreement shall be subject to the provisions of Minn. Stat. chapter 13, the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. The parties' books, reports, and records concerning this Agreement shall be open to inspection by the parties' at all reasonable times. 7. Disposition of Property and Funds. At such time as this Agreement expires, any property remaining shall be disposed of and the proceeds of the disposition of the property shall be returned to the parties in proportion to their contribution and in compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement. However, it is understood and agreed that any equipment purchased with funds collected under this Agreement shall remain the property of the CITY and not subject to the provisions of this paragraph. S. Liable for Own Acts. Each party to this Agreement shall be liable for the acts of its officers, employees or agents and the results thereof to the extent authorized by law and shall not be responsible for the acts of the other party, its officers, employees or agents. The provisions of Minn. Stat. chapter 466, the Municipal Tort Claims Act, and other applicable laws govern liability of the CITY and the COUNTY. Each Party warrants that they have an insurance or self-insurance program and that each has minimum coverage consistent with the liability limits contained in Minn. Stat. ch. 466. As provided in MtNN. STAT. § 471.59, subdivision la(b), for purposes of determining total liability for damages, the parties are considered a single governmental unit and total liability shall not exceed the limits for a single governmental unit under MiNN. STAT. § 466.04, subdivision 1. 9. Withdrawal. Any party may withdraw from this Agreement at any time upon 90 days written notice to the other party. However, no refund to the withdrawing party and no share of disposition of property and funds shall be made, unless and until the Agreement term has expired. 10. Amendments. Any alterations, variations, modifications, or waivers of the provisions of this Agreement shall only be valid when they have been reduced to writing, approved by the parties' respective governing bodies, and signed by the authorized representatives of the COUNTY and the CITY. 11. Liaisons. To assist the parties in the day-to-day performance of this Agreement and to ensure compliance and provide ongoing consultation, a liaison shall be designated by the COUNTY and the CITY. The parties shall keep each other continually informed, in writing, of any change in the designated liaison. At the time of execution of this Agreement, the following persons are the designated liaisons: COUNTY CITY Alan Singer, Land Conservation Manager John R. Mazzitello, PE, PMP Email: al.singernco.dakota.mn.us Email: johnmQa mendota-heights.com Phone: (952) 891-7001 Phone: (651) 452-1850 12. Status of Parties. Nothing in this Agreement is intended or should be construed as creating the relationship of a partnership, joint venture or employer-employee relationship between the parties. Officers, employees or agents of one party shall not be considered officers, employees or agents of the other party. 13. Default: Force Maieure. Neither party shall be liable to the other party for any loss or damage resulting from a delay or failure to perform due to unforeseeable acts or events outside the defaulting party's reasonable control, providing the defaulting party gives notice to the other party as soon as possible. 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