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2001-03-13 Parks and Rec Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA Ire��1.t PARKS AND RECREATION March 13, 2001 6:30 p.m. -Large Conference Room 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. February 13, 2001 Minutes 4. Robert F. Larson: Presentation of Ideas for Town Center 5. Updates • February Recreation Report • Police Report 6. Adjourn Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at least 120 hours in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hours is received, the City of Mendota Heights vvill make every attempt to provide the aids. This may not, however, be possible on short notice. Please contact City Administration at (651) 452-1850with requests. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES FEBRUARY 13, 2001 The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on Tuesday, February 13, 2001, in the Large Conference Room at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. The following Commissioners were present: Commissioners Stan Lmnell, Jay Liberacki, Lawrence Craighead, Dave Libra and Paul Portz. Chair Richard Spicer and Commissioner Raymond Morris were excused from the meeting. City Staff present were Parks Project Manager Guy Kullander, Recreation Programmer Mary Hapka and Administrative Assistant Patrick C. Hollister. Mr. Hollister took the minutes. WELCOME AND CONGRATULATIONS TO COMMISSIONERS PAUL PORTZ AND DAVID LIBRA Mr. Hollister announced that the Council had appointed Commissioner Paul Portz and reappointed Commissioner Dave Libra. The Commission welcomed Commissioner Portz and congratulated Commissioner Libra. Commissioner Portz said that he had lived in Mendota Heights for 14 years and that he appreciated the fact that the City was conservatively run. Commissioner Portz said that he serves as an accountant for various state colleges and universities. MINUTES Commissioner Linnet moved to approve the minutes from the January 9, 2000 meeting. Commissioner Libra seconded the motion. AYES: 4 NAYS: 0 ABS: I (Portz) CELEBRATE NIENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS Ms. Hapka provided an update on this year's Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks. Ms. Hapka said that the Celebration would take place on June 2 and would feature a Moon Walk, a Sibley Sting Soccer Shoot -Out, a Tae-Kwon Do Demonstration, an in -line skating show, a MHAA Tournament, and other activities. Ms. Hapka said that entertainment would include the Alpha -Bits Band and the Teddy Bear Band. Ms Hapka said that once again this year she has received a lot of support from local businesses and organizations. Ms. Hapka explained that the Council customarily authorizes $1500 each year as "seed money" for the event, although she anticipated that once again donations from community sources would ultimately refund that amount. Ms. Hapka added that she was still looking for volunteers to help with the various activities at the event. Commissioner Linnell volunteered to help with the event. Commissioner Liberacki moved to recommend that the Council allocate $1500 seed money for the parks celebration. Commissioner Libra seconded the motion. AYES: NAYS: ROGERS LAKE PLAY EQUIPMENT Mr. Kullander reminded the Commission that replacement of the old play structures in Rogers Lake Park was scheduled for replacement in the year 2001 in the Parks Capital Improvement Plan. Mr. Kullander reviewed display boards showing various design possibilities from three companies for the Rogers Lake Play Equipment. The Commission advised Mr. Kullander on which designs were the most appealing. Mr. Kullander said that he would return to the March Commission meeting to present the bids of three suppliers. DNR ENRIVONMENTAL PARTNERSHIP GRANT Mr. Kullander provided an update on the progress of the DNR Environmental Study Grant. Mr. Kullander said that applicants receiving grants will be notified in March or April and projects are required to commence in June. The Commission discussed applying for a second grant that would fund development of educational materials for residents. The Commission directed Mr. Kullander to develop a database and contact list of local public and private groups that could support a 2002 application to the DNR. IVY PARK WARMING HOUSE Mr. Kullander presented the background on the Ivy Park Warming House. Mr. Kullander said that the warming house was originally constructed in the park around 1970, and is 14' x 26' in size. Mr. Kullander said that the warming house is no longer needed because the hockey rink was removed in 1995 and the pleasure rink was last flooded in 1997, due to very low usage. Mr. Kullander added that $2000 for demolition of the warming house is already allocated in the Parks Capital Improvement Plan. Commissioner Libra moved to recommend that the Council authorize the demolition of the Ivy Park Warming House. Commissioner Liberacki seconded the motion. AYES: NAYS: UPDATES Staff provided updates on the following items: • January Recreation Report • Status of Special Park Fund • Status of 2001 Park Projects • Natural Resource Inventory and Management Plan • Town Center Update • Police Report OTHER COMMENTS Commissioner Craighead asked that the planning consultant for the Town Center development, Carolyn Krall, be invited to a future meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss Parks/Open Space, Recreational, and Civic amenities planned for the Town Center development. Commissioner Craighead said that he was concerned that too much progress was being made on development of these plans without the Parks and Recreation Commission's input. Commissioner Craighead said that he was not able to attend the March Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, and therefore a special Commission meeting should be scheduled for his convenience. Mr. Hollister said that Carolyn had already intended to meet with the Parks and Recreation Commission on these issues and that he would ask her to come to the Commission's meeting in April. Mr. Hollister assured the Commission that there was still plenty of opportunity for their input on the recreational, open space, and civic amenities aspects of the plan. ADJOURN Motion made to adjourn by Libra and seconded by Craighead. AYES: 5 NAYS: 0 The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO are 7, 2001 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Patrick C. Hollister, Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Robert F. Larson: Presentation of Ideas for Town Center Discussion Over the last year, Mr. Robert F. Larson of Minneapolis has been regularly attending public meetings for the Town Center redevelopment project. Although Mr. Larson is not a Mendota Heights resident himself, his parents live in Mendota Heights. Mr. Larson spoke with Commissioner Craighead about his ideas regarding the Town Center project, who suggested that he present his ideas to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Please see the attached materials submitted by Mr. Larson. Please also see the attached Concept Plan for the Town Center project. The Council, at their regular meeting on February 20`h, approved the attached Concept Plan for redevelopment of the Freeway Road site as a mixed -use development to be known as Mendota Heights Town Center. The Concept Plan had been revised in a public planning process that included a two-day public Open House, five public focus meeting - workshops, and several City Council workshops. The Concept Plan will be subject to adjustment for technical and design reasons related but not limited to open green space, architectural and engineering requirements, and any impact related to the retention of the existing animal hospital. Implementation of the Concept Plan is subject to all City Ordinances related to zoning, wetlands, green space, platting, and PUD developments. The Council also authorized the appropriate City departments, in conjunction with the City's project consultants, to proceed with formulating a process for the continued implementation of the project. The next steps include acquisition of the land and further refinement of the design guidelines for the development. A reproduction of the Concept Plan and information about the Town Center redevelopment process will be featured on the front page of the City's newsletter and distributed next week to all residents. The City's consultant for the Town Center project, Carolyn Krall, will be at the April 10, 2001 meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to present the Town Center Concept Plan and to discuss the open space, recreation, and civic amenity components of Town Center. Action Required Allow Mr. Larson to present his ideas on the Town Center development to the Commission. Mr. Patrick Hollister and Mendota Heights Commissioners City Administrative Assistant City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 551184106 6514524850 03-03-2001 Dear Patrick and Mendota Heights Commissioners Recently have talked to Lawrence Craighead who is on the Mendota Heights Parks &Recreation Commission he advised that I contact you concerning some Park & Recreation ideas for proposed Town Center. Could you ad to the Park &Recreation commission agenda time for me to personally present ideas to this group at there next meeting on Tuesday March 13, 2001 at 6:30 PM. Also it was suggested that the Planning commission would be appropriate to present ideas to also. With the Planning commission I would like to defer until after Parks & Recreation presentation since it would be best that both commissions have time to review materials in pre meeting packet. Enclosed you will find materials to be considered for personally presenting at Parks & Rec. Mtg. My parents live in Mendota Heights close to the proposed Town Center. Some of these initial ideas were sparked from a Town Center focus group when it was mentioned making Town Center a PLACE and the ideas sprouted and grew from that spoken word. Patrick if you have any further needs, suggestions or questions please contact me. Have A Great Day Robert F. Larson 2701 East 38th Street Minneapolis, MN 55406-3003 For Quickest Response if you would like to contact me give me numeric page at 651-966-8522 Home Telephone Number 612-729-2122 Leave Message if I am not available To: Mendota Heights Commissioners From: Robert F. Larson Subject: Ideas for Town Center 3-03-2001 Making a memorable place People learn and memorize in various vas. 1. SEE Words / Alphabet / Numbers / Colors / 3D / 2D 2. HEAR Words / Sounds / Music 3. SMELL 4. TASTE 5.TOUCH 6. Relationship leaming/memory to relate something already known to something unknown new. Way Finding a place when destination not visible People utilize various way finding igu dance 1.Gas station attendant provides directions 2.Consulting a map 3.Sign object or land mark along the way 4.Consulting a directory 5.Theme examples in book store / library: Geography, Natural Resources, Cultures, Botany, Astronomy, Recreation, History/ Zoology 6.Reassurance that on right path is important when on able to see destination. Example in airport concourses are of various colors: red, blue, green or gold The enclosed Town Center Park Place & Making a Memorable Place heading sheets. The enclosed site map simulates location of roads and theme's The enclosed pictogram divided into 8 directions from star compass in center. This conveys site characteristic area themes that utilizes way finding & information architecture. The enclosed spread sheet with header: "Site menu Way Finding /Information Architecture Theme Character Compass Center". This conveys detailed menu options for building and reinforcing site theme characteristics. Community involvement This could be a good way for local persons to use there time and talents for such things as: Wood carving of native Indian and pioneer settler for Mendota Heights history center. Stained glass window maker create scene from an earlier time in Mendota Heights pastime area. Local students could create a paper mache representation of the planets of solar system. Local green thumb garden club could plant and care for small flower garden area. People in various cultures have custom of celebrating there name sake day like a birthday. Research the use of bells years ago as a means of communication with hearing sense perception Surveyors could have on display retired surveying equipment and old maps of Mendota place. Pet animal lover who collects butterflies could display his or her collection at town center. 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Hapka, Recreation Programmer Subject: February Recreation Report Softball 2001 The softball 2001 Managers Meeting was held on Wednesday, March 7. The City of Mendota Heights will be running a Men's Over 30 on Thursday nights consisting of nine teams, a Men's D League containing eights teams and a Women's D League consisting of five teams both will be played on Tuesday nights. The 2001 softball season will begir the week of April 17`h weather and field conditions permitting. Mendakota Concession Stand Seasonal Operational Permit The City of Mendota Heights received its Seasonal Operation Health Permit from the Minnesota Department of Health. The public works crew will be cleaning the Mendakota Concession stand and will post the permit along with several food safety and employee health and hygiene regulations. Spring Recreation Programs Newsletter Information See Attached, Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks Contingency Planning A memo was sent to City Council on February 5, 2001 requesting that City Council authorize expenditures of up to $1,500.00. This seed money will cover costs associated with reserving musical acts and deposits on entertainers and equipment. Donations received from community businesses, groups and individuals will be used to reimburse any portion of the $1,500,00 that will be used. (See attached memo: Tenth Annual Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks contingency Planning) Summer Newsletter Information In anticipation of my absence I have been spending the majority of my time preparine for and planning for all parks and recreation spring & summer programs and activities. A few dates, times and fees are yet to be determined (highlighted on rough copy/see attached). A copy of the summer parks and recreation newsletter information will be turned into Kathy Swanson, City Clerk before I begin my maternity leave. All softball, baseball and soccer field reservation have been scheduled. Tournament information including permits, damage deposits, fees and proof of liability insurance has been received. Monthly field reservation schedules for all parks will be sent to Terry Blum the Public Works Department Parks Leadsperson. Roger's Lake Fishing Derby The Roger's Lake First Annual Fishing Derby has been tentatively scheduled for Saturday, June 30 from 8:30 am to 12:00 noon. I am looking for volunteers to help on the day of the event and request that any commissioners interested contact me at 452- 1850. Hopefully the warm weather will be here soon, think spring!!!!! NEWSLETTER ARTICLES — FEBRUARY, 2001 ISSUE YOUTH TRIPS All youth trips depart & return at the on entrance of West St. Paul City Hall, 1616 Humboldt Avenue, WSP Parents wishing to chaperone trips should contact the Parks & Recreation Dept. at 452-1850. Monday, March 19 Camp Snoopy at the Mall of America Spend an entire day at Knott's Camp Snoopy. This trip includes a ride wristband for the entire length of our stay plus lunch. Bring additional money for snacks. Remember, your only young once, so let's have fun! Registration Deadline: Monday, March 12 Ages: 8-12 years of age Time: Pickup/Return 9:30 am/3:15 pm (WSP City Hall) Fee: $19.00 Wednesday, March 21 Grand Slam (Eagan) &Roller Skating — Skateville (Burnsville) Looking for a fun way to spend your spring break? Get your friends together and sign up now for a fun filled day of games and skating. Price includes mini -golf, a bumper car ride, batting cages, 4 game tokens and lunch (piece of pizza or hot dog and pop) and two hours of skating. Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 13 Ages: 7-12 years of age Time: Pickup/Return 9:15 am/3:15 pm (WSP City Hall) Fee: $16.00 Thursday, March 22 Science Museum of Minnesota & Tropics Indoor bVater Park (Shoreview) Join us for a morning of fun at the New Science Museum touring exhibits and then, a "day of play" at the Tropics Indoor Water Park which will include: open gym, swimming and waterslide. Participants will purchase lunch and snacks on their own at the Tropics concession stand. Don't forget your towel, swimsuit and gym clothes/shoes. Registration Deadline: Wednesday, March 14 Ages: 7 - 12 years of age and older Time: Pickup/Return 9:10am/3:30pm (WSP City Hall) Fee: $13.50 GOLF LEAGUES/LESSONS/CAMPS Thinking Spring? Get ready to spend some time on the golf course. The city will be offering golf leagues, lessons and camps this spring & summer at the Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course. REGISTRATIONS FOR ALL GOLF PROGRAMS ONLY ACCEPTED AT THE CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS (1101 VICTORIA CURVE) UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. GOLF LESSONS You will receive three one -hour lessons covering golf course etiquette, golf club grip, stance and swing and correct putting techniques. There will be one teaching professional to every eight golfers, giving personalized on - course instruction. You will receive two free rounds of golf. Cost: $55.00 These classes are especially beneficial to the beginning golfer. Thursday night classes offer the following: Junior Lesson offered at 5:00 pm Parent/Child Lesson offered at 6:00 pm Adult Lesson offered at 7:00 pm Saturday morning classes offer the following: Junior Lesson offered at 11:00 am Adult Lesson offered at 12:00 (noon) Session I: Thursdays — April 19, 26 & May 3 Saturdays — April 21, 28 & May 5 Session II: Thursdays —May 10, 17, 24 Saturdays —May 12, 19, 26 Session III: Thursdays —June 7,14, 21 Saturdays —June 9, 16, 23 Session IV: Thursdays —June 28, July 11 & 18 Session V: Thursdays —July 26, August 2 & 9 Fall Golf Lessons: Thursdays —September 12, 19, 26 5:00 pm - Youth Lesson 6:00 pm - Adult Lesson YOUTH GOLF CAMP Spend a week at golf camp. Children will be instructed in the fundamentals of grip, stance, swing, ball contact, putting, chipping and driving. We will also cover golf rules and etiquette. The emphasis is on learning to play golf in a creative fun environment. Date: July 9-12 (Monday — Thursday) Location: Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course, 1695 Dodd Rd Time: 8:00 am to 11:00 am Fees: $85.00 55 +Golf League -Pay As You Play Thursdays, May 101h - Sept. 27 *Registrations for this league are accepted at the Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course 1695 Dodd Road. This league is for anyone 55 years of age or older. Tee times will start at 7:00 am and approximately every seven minutes thereafter. League Green Fee: $7.00 each day of play (pay as you play). Women's Golf League Tuesday mornings: May 22 — August 21 Tee Times start at 8:00 am and approximately every seven minutes thereafter. (No league play week of July 4) Women's morning League Fee: $10.00 Green Fee: $119.00 (14 weeks at $8.50 each round). Total Cost: $129.00 must pre -pay for all 14 weeks. Wednesday evenings: May 23 —August 22 Tee times start at 4:00 p.m. and approximately every seven minutes thereafter. Women's Evening League fee: $10.00 Green Fee: $119.00 (14 weeks at $8.50 each round). Total Cost: $129.00 must pre -pay for all 14 weeks. Junior Golf League Monday mornings: June 11 —August 20 Tee times start at 9:30 am and run approximately every seven minutes thereafter. Junior Monday League Fee: $10.00, Green Fee: $93.50 (11 weeks at $8.50/round). Must pre -pay for all 11 weeks. Wednesday afternoons: June 13 —August 22 Tee times start at 1:00 p.m. and run approximately every seven minutes thereafter. (No play July 4th all players will be given rain check) Junior League Fee: $10.00. Green Fee: $93.50 (11 weeks at $8.50/round) The junior golf league is for boys and girls ages 8 — 16 years of age. Junior golfers are expected to acknowledge golf course rules and etiquette at all times. This league is looking for volunteers to share chaperon duties (2 per each day of play). Volunteers will play for free on their volunteer day, compliments of the golf course. PARENT/CHILD FRIDAY NIGHT GOLF LEAGUE (New Program) Friday Nights - June 15-August 24 League Fee: $10.00. Green Fee: $165.00 ($15.00/parent/child pair (2 green fees) for 11 weeks.) Feel free to add a parent or friend to make a foursome. Each additional golfer will be charged $7.50 per week. The Parent/Child Friday Night Golf League is a great way for families to spend time together and an even better way to improve your golf game. Tee times will begin at 4:00 and approximately every seven minutes thereafter. Registration dates for all leagues begin Monday, April 9. All registration will be accepted at city hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. The women, junior and parent/child league fees & green fees, cover weekly prizes and the end of the season banquet, payment of fees is required at the time of registration. League and green fees are non- refundable after the start of league play. Rain checks will be given for missed days of play. More information on all of the leagues will be available after registration. League availability will be based on demand. For more information, please call 452-1850. CELEBRATE MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS! Nlark your calendars for Saturday June 2, 2001 as we Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks! The celebration will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Activities will include: • 10:00 am Breakfast With The Bears (Teddy Bear Band — BYOB — Bring Your Own Bear & Ziggy's Deli • 11:00 Boltz's Tae Kwon Do Demo • 1130 Turner's Gymnastics Center Demo • 12:00 Team Ramp In Line -Skate Show • 12:30 Alpha Bits Band The following events will run from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm • Walton's Hollow Petting Zoo/Pony Ride • Fire Truck Rides • Mendota Heights Athletic Association Ball Tournament • Sibley Area Sting Soccer Shoot -Out • Mendakota Animal Hospital • Face Painting by PROTEC Environmental Consultants • Caricatures • Inver Grove Heights Clown Club • Concessions by Ziggy's Deli & Ice Cream This event 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 interested in making a donation, volunteering for this year's event or are a business or community group interested in participating in nest year's event, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 651452-1850. ENJOY OUR CITY PARKS AND TRAILS We invite all residents to enjoy the parks and trails in Mendota Heights. City parks are open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. In order to allow everyone the most enjoyable experience without conflicting with the rights of fellow park users and neighboring residents, we ask everyone's cooperation in abiding by the posted park rules. Park shelters and facilities are available for reservation on a first come, first -served basis. For information on rental procedures and fees, please contact the Recreation Programmer at 452-1850. City ordinances require all dogs in the city to be leashed. Pet owners are permitted to have the leashed pets in city parks and on city trails and are required to clean up any droppings left by their animals. SOUTH REGION "STARS" Special Olympics Team of Area 12 The Area 12 Special Olympics "Stars" are "In training" and participating in a wide variety of Spring -Summer -Fall -Winter Sports and activities (bowling, floor hockey, tennis, basketball, swimming, table tennis, softball, track & field). New athletes can be registered at any time during the year. Interested athletes, volunteer coaches or assistants should contact Marcie at the Inver Grove Heights Parks and Rec. Dept. at 651-450-2588. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMORANDUM February 5, 2001 TO: Mayor, City Council and City Administrator e 0A FROM: Mary L. Hapka, Recreation Programmer RE: Tenth Annual Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks! Contingency Planning DISCUSSION Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks will be held on Saturday, June 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Many events have been scheduled including the Alpha Bits Band, Teddy Bear Band and Walton's Petting Zoo. Plans for events including a Moon Walk, an In -line skating show, the Sibley Area Sting Soccer Shoot-out, clowns, a caricature, face painting and fire truck rides provided by the Mendota Heights Fire Department have been finalized. Several community businesses will provide a variety of demonstrations including Boltz's Tae Kwon Do, Turner's Gymnastics and Mendakota Animal Hospital. The Mendota Heights Athletic Association will be hosting a ball tournament and Ziggy's Deli and Ice Cream will be providing concessions on the day of the event. Involving community groups and businesses plays a major role in making this event the success it is. Donations are currently being accepted from city businesses and volunteers from the community are being recruited. Fund raising efforts are well underway and advertising for the celebration has begun. Historically, City Council has awarded the Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks committee seed money. This seed money covers costs associated with reserving musical acts and deposits on entertainers and equipment. We are proposing that the City Council authorize expenditures of up to $1,500 from the City Council budget for contingency purposes with the intent that donations will reimburse all expenditures. As in past years Nye are recruiting individuals to volunteer on the day of the event. Anyone interested should contact me at 452-1350. Any volunteer assistance will be greatly appreciated. ACTION REQUIRED Consider authorizing $1,500 for contingency purposes for the Tenth Annual Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks event to be held on Saturday, hne 2, 2001. MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS AND RECREATION SPRING/SUMMER TRIPS AND ACTIVITIES FAMILY PERFORMANCES IN THE PARK The Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring a series of "FREE" , Performances In The Park! Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Children must be accompanied by \kr an adult throughout the entire performance. In the case of inclement weather all shows will move to the Henry Sibley High School Auditorium. Mark your calendars! Wednesday June 13 - 6:30 P.M. - Mendakota Park Shelter (Dodd Rd. & ^� Mendakota Dr.) k U "Kit & Kaboodle" Kit & Kaboodle are a crowd pleasing duo, performing music and comedy for family audiences. This talented twosome transform children's songs into hilarious comedy routines people of all ages can enjoy. Kit & Kaboodle deliver music and humor with harmony and style. Wednesday June 27 - 6:30 p m -Rogers Lnke Park Shelter (Wngon Wheel Trail) "The Paul Heffron Music" This father and son duo perform a variety of old time hits and some modern music with a "Big Band" sound. This performance is bound to bring back many musical memories. Wednesday July 11 - 6:30 p m -Rogers Lake Pnrk Shelter (Wngon Wheel Trail) 'LeRoy's River Minstrels" Back by popular demand, LeRoy's River Minstrel's will take you down memory one with golden oldies you love and remember. The performance will include music from the roaring 20's, the Big Band Era, folk music and show tunes. Join us for a relaxing evening in the park! Wednesday July 18 - 6:30 p m -Friendly Hills Pnrk Shelfier (Pueblo Ln. at Decorah Ln.) "Imagination Station" The Imagination Station will be making a special evening appearance at Friendly Hills Park. Puppets, songs and dancing will entertain families with young children. If you have been unable to make it to the afternoon Imagination Station shows don't miss this opportunity. IMAGINATION STATION The Imagination Station traveling variety show will be making appearances at both Wentworth and Mendakota parks this summer. This new program 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: June 25 - August 3, 2001 1:30-2:00 Wentworth Park (Wentworth Avenue) 3:00-3:30 Friendly Hills Park (Pueblo Lane & Apache) YOUTH DAY TRIPS All youth trips depart and return at the front entrance of the West St. Paul City Hall, 1616 Humboldt Avenue. You may register by mail using registration form included in this newsletter or you can register in person at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. Registration Deadlines are one week prior to date of trip. Thursday, June 14 -Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center Come and have a ton of water fun! We will be spending the day at the Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center. Build sand castles or head for the pool and water slides. Bring a bag lunch. Cost is $11.00 per person Ages: 8-12 years of age Depart/Return: 9:45 am/3:00 pm (West St. Paul City Hall) Thursday, June 21 -Robin Hood at The Old Log Theater and Swimming at Minnetonka Regional Park Bench Join us for the legendary story of Robin Hood and his band of merry men who feud with the sheriff of Nottingham, a rousing tale of adventure, honor and bravery. After the play we will be heading to the Minnetonka Regional Park Beach for some fun in the sun. Bring a bag lunch or $$ for concessions, swimsuit & towel. Cost is $12.00 per person. Ages: 8-12 years of age Depart/Return: 9:00 am/3:15 pm (West St. Paul City Hall) Thursday, June 28 - Twins Game Minnesota Twins vs. Chicago White Sox Take me out to the ballpark! Spend an exciting day at the Metrodome. Game time is pm. Fee includes upper deck admission, a hot dog or popcorn & pop. You may want to bring extra money for snacks. Cost is $11.50 per person Ages: 7-12 years of age Depart/Return: 9:30am/3:45 pm (West St. Paul City Hall) Thursday, July 12 -Bunker Hills Wave Pool &Box Lunch Come surf the waves. Bring your swimsuit, towel, change of clothes & if you want to rent an inner tube bring an extra $ (for two hour session). We will be at the wave pool from am to pm. Trip includes box lunch (small pop, hot dog, chips & cookie); however you can bring extra money for additional snacks. Cost: $14.00 per person. Ages: 10 and older Depart/Return: 9:00 am/3:15 pm Thursday, July 19 - Crystal Caves Explore Crystal Caves in Spring Valley Wisconsin. Discover an incredible new world while exploring this geological wonder. We will have a guided tour of the caves (wear a jacket it is "cool" in the caves). After the tour we will have lunch and then we will stop at Dairy Queen for a treat on our way home. Children should pack a bag lunch and bring money to purchase a treat at Dairy Queen. Cost is $9,00 per person. Ages: 7-12 years of age Depart/Return: 8:30 am/3:00 pm (West St. Paul City Hall) Thursday, July 26 -Cascade Bay Ahoy, Cascade Bay! Join us for a fun filled day exploring sandpiper beach, twin falls, lookout point and the lazy river at Cascade Bay Family Aquat is Center located in Eagan. Bring a bag lunch, swimsuit and towel. Cost: $12.50 per person Ages: 8-12 years of age Depart/Return: 9:45 a.m./3:15 p.m. (West St. Paul City Holl) Thursday, August 2 - Youth Performance Company & Cliff French Park To be planned. Thursday, August 23 - Valley Fair As usual, we are saving the best for last with our grand finale trip. This will truly be THE BIGGEST FUN DAY AROUND. Bring a bag lunch or purchase one there. Youth are not directly supervised. Check in times will be assigned. Call the Parks and Recreation Dept, for more information. Cost: $25.00 per person Ages: 10 years of age or older Depart/Return: 9:00 om/6:30 pm Thursday, August 30 -Taylor Falls Wild Mountain water slides and canoe trip To be planned. CELEBRATE MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS! Mark your calendars for Saturday June 2, 2001 as we Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks! The celebration will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Activities will include: • 10:00 am Breakfast With The Beers (Teddy Bear Band - BYOB - Bring Your Own Bear & Ziggy's Deli will be selling juice/donuts) • 11:00 Boltz's Tee Kwon Do Demo • 11:30 Turner's Gymnastics Center Demo • 12:00 Team Ramp In Line -Skate Show • 12:30 Alpha Bits Band The following evenfis will run from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm • Walton's Hollow Petting Zoo/Pony Ride • Fire Truck Rides • Mendota Heights Athletic Association Ball Tournament • Sibley Area Sting Soccer Shoot -Out • Mendakotn Animal Hospital • Face Painting by PROTEC Environmental Consultants • Caricatures • Inver Grove Heights Clown Club • Concessions by Ziggy's Deli & Ice Cream This event 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 interested in making a donation, volunteering for this year's event or are a business or community group interested in participating in next year's event, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 651-452- 1850. GOLF LEAGUES &LESSONS GOLF LEAGUES There is still space available in all of the following golf leagues: • Junior Monday mornings: June 11- August 20 Tee times start at 9:30 am Wednesday afternoons: June 13 - August 22 (No play July 4th) Total Cost each league: $93.50 • Women's Tuesday mornings: May 22 - August 21, Tee times start at 8:00 am Wednesday Evenings: May 23 - August 22, Tee times start at 4:00 pm Total Cost each league: $129.00 • 55+ Golf League - Pay as you Play Thursdays, March 10t' - Sept. 27t' Tee times start at 7:00 am. Register for this league at the Mendota Heights Per 3 Golf Course. • Parent/Child Friday Night Golf League Friday nights - June 15 - August 24 Tee times start at 4:00 pm Total Cost: $165.00 per parent/child pair. Feel free to add a parent or friend to make a foursome. Each additional golfer will be charged $7.50 per week (11 weeks @ 7.50 = $82.50). Each additional golfer must prepay the $82.50 to join this league. Golfers should have some minimal golf experience. GOLF LESSONS You will receive three one -hour lessons covering golf course etiquette, golf club grip, stance and swing and correct putting techniques. There will be one teaching professional to every eight golfers, giving personalized on -course instruction. You will receive two free rounds of golf. Cost: $55,00 These classes are especially beneficial to the beginning golfer. Thursday night classes offer the following: Junior Lesson offered at 5:00 pm Parent/Child Lesson offered at 6:00 pm Adult Lesson offered at 7:00 pm Saturday morning classes offer the following: Junior Lesson offered at 11:00 am Adult Lesson offered at 12:00 (noon) Session I: Thursdays - April 19, 26 & May 3 Saturdays - April 21, 28 & May 5 Session II: Thursdays -Mny 10, 17, 24 Saturdays - May 121 19, 26 Session III: Thursdays -June 7,14, 21 Saturdays - June 9, 16, 23 Session IV: Thursdays -June 28, July 11 & 18 Session V: Thursdays -July 26, August 2 & 9 Fall Golf Lessons: Thursdays - September 12, 19, 26 5:00 pm - Youth Lesson 6:00 pm - Adult Lesson ROGER'S LAKE FISHING DERBY Come enjoy a morning of fishing fun at the new Roger's Lake Fishing Dock. Dig out your fishin' pole and come on down to the Roger's Lake Fishing Dock to try to catch the "BIG ONE"! Prizes will be awarded in such categories as: biggest fish, shortest fish, most unusual catch, prettiest sunfish, ugliest bullhead and more! Bring your own pole and bait or lures and pay $3.00 fee due. The DNR recently completed installation of a fishing dock at Roger's Lake. The dock extends 108 feet into the lake with a thirty foot "T" at the end. If you like to fish, Roger's Lake is definitely worth a cast. When: Saturday, June 30, 2001 Location: Roger's Lake Fishing Dock & lake area (Wagon Wheel Trail) Ages: All youth 16 and Under Time: Registration at Park Shelter: 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. Fishing on your own - 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Largest Fish Contest & Casting Contest: 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. 11:30 am Fish -Weigh -ins End 12:00 Noon Awards Casting Contest: A fun program that helps kids learn how to cost, and rewards the best in two age groups: 8 and under, 9 - 16. Prizes will be awarded! National Big Fish Contest: We could have the state or even the national contest winner at our derby! Pictures will be taken of the winners in each category, to be sent to "Hooked on Fishing International!" Who knows... We may even have a national winner! Awards/Prizes: 11:00 - 11:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to pre -register as space is limited. Regisfier at the City of Mendota Heights City Hall 1101 Victoria Curve Fall Co-Rec Softball _Lead The City of Mendota Heights Parks &Recreation Department will be offering a fall co-rec softball league. The league will be offered on Wednesday evenings at Mendakoto Park starting in late August. Teams interested in entering this league should contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 651-452-1850. SAFETY CAMP Children entering the 3" and 4th grades in the fall of 2001 can sign up now for Safety Camp 2001. Children will learn how to reduce the risk of accidents and increase safety of their everyday lives, while at the same time will have fun and meet new and interesting people. Instructors of the camp are volunteers from local police & fire departments, utility companies, paramedics as well as other professional whose jobs deal with personal and public safety. 7 opics such as stranger safety, weather safety, drug awareness, animal safety, home safety and first aid ore just some of the areas that will be addressed. At the conclusion of the camp there will be a family picnic with hot-dogs, ice cream and beverages. The camp is sponsored by the VFW Gallagher Hanson Post 295. AGES: Children entering the 3rd & 4th grades in the fall of 2001. DATES: August 14th, 15th 16th LOCATION: Kaposia Park (Located at Wilde and Butler Avenues in South St. Paul). TIME: 8:00 am - 3:45 pm (Parents need to pick up and drop off their children at Kaposia Park.) FEE: $25.00 Further details and scheduling information will be mailed to each registered participant during the first week of August. SKYHAWKS SPORTS PROGRAMS All registrations for the 5kyhowks programs will be accepted at the City of Mendota Heights Parks & Rec. Department. Basketball Camp - Designed for beginning and intermediate bnsiCetbalI players, participants learn new skills while building on fundamentals. Participants have a great time as the refine their skills. Participants will put their skills to the test at the end of the week tournament. Participants will receive a basketball & T-shirt. Date: June 18 - 22 Location: Marthaler Park (1625 Humboldt Ave. West St. Paul) Time: 9:00 am - Noon Ages: 5-8 years of age Fee: $80.00 resident $85.00 non-resident Roller Hockey Cnmp - Do you need to work on your skating skills? Are you looking for some fun? Sign up for the Skyhawks roller hockey camp. Participants must bring their own helmet, elbow/knee pads, in -line skates, mouthpiece and athletic shoes. Instructors will teach proper hand, stick and skating techniques for beginner and intermediate participants. Date: July 23 - 27 Location: Harmon Park (1025 Charlton St. West St. Paul) Time: 9:00 am - Noon Ages: 7-14 years of age Fees: $80.00 resident $85.00 non-resident Mini -hawks Cnmp - An introductory program for young children. Hawk helps children explore soccer, baseball and basketball in a day - program setting. No pressure, just lots of fun while these young athletes participate in all three sports through unique Skyhowks games. Our Mini - Hawk coaching staff is trained to meet the special needs of young children. Staff are committed to helping children start off on the right foot, as they take their first steps into athletics. Participant -to -conch ration is approximately 8:1. Date: July 23-27 Location: Mendakota Park (Dodd Rd. & Mendakoto )r.) Time: 9:00 am -Noon Ages: 4-7 Fee: $80.00 resident $85.00 non-resident SOUTH REGION "STARS" Special Olympics Team of Area 12 The Area 12 Special Olympics "Stars" are "In training" and participating in a wide variety of Spring -Summer -Fall -Winter Sports and activities (bowline, floor hockey, tennis, basketball, swimming, table tennis, softball, track & field). New athletes can be registered at any time during the year. Interested athletes, volunteer coaches or assistants should contact Marcie at the Inver Grove Heights Parks and Rec. Dept. at 651-450-2588. MENDOTA HEIGHTS POLICE INCIDENT SUMMARIES - PARKS .J: 01000330 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Damage To Property/ Juvenile Psych. Commitment DATE: 02/02/2001 0950:0 OFFICER: ConveryB 2230 LOCATION: 701 Mendota Heights RD 03-07-2001 SYNOPSIS: Dispatched on an out of control student. Student had damaged some walls and some property at the school. Suspect was out of control and bleeding upon my arrival. Suspect assaulted me and was then taken into custody. He was released to the custody of his parents and transported to Abbott Northwestern Hospital for an evaluation. Narrative on dictaphone. CN: 01000349 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Noise Complaint DATE: 02/03/2001 23:39:0 OFFICER: Willson, C 2238 LOCATION: Wenhvorth Park SYNOPSIS: On 02-03-01 1 was dispatched to Wentworth Park on a complaint of loud people in the hockey rink, the complainant was anonymous. Upon arrival advised parties playing hockey to keep the noise down as we received a complaint. CN: 01000394 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Dangerous Circumstance . ATE: 02/07/2001 09:37:0 OFFICER: Rosse, T 2237 LOCATION: Rogers Lake SYNOPSIS: On 02-07-2001 at 0937 hrs, I responded to Rogers Lake concerning many kids that were walking on the ice where the "Danger thin ice" signs were located. On scene, 1 observed two adults walking off the lake. [asked if they had seen any kids on the lake, because I hadn't and they responded by saying no, that they had been there all morning testing ice levels and water for the Department of Natural Resources and hadn't seen anything since they been there. The complainant must have mistaken the 2 adults as many kids and didn't see the large green marked DNR truck in the lot where they were working nearby. Advised C N: 01000441 OFFENSEIINCIDENT: 10-50 DATE: 02/12/2001 17:15:0 OFFICER: Willson, C 2238 LOCATION: 949 Mendota Hts RD SYNOPSIS: Dispatched to location on a report of a bvo car accident in the student lot. See the attached State Accident Report. INCIDENT SUMMARIES - PARKS 03-07-2001 CN: 01000449 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Noise Complaint -ATE: 02/13/2001 17:49:0 OFFICER: Willson, C 2238 wCATION: Victoria Hi;hlan at SYNOPSIS: On 02-13-01 at about 1749 hours I was dispatched to Victoria Highlands Park on a noise complaint involving kids snowmobiIing. Upon arrival I saw three juveniles driving snowmobiles in the park. After making contact, the kids went home to 898 Barbara Ct. I spoke to the father, S. Hafiz, and advised him the kids couldn't snowmobile in the park. I spoke to the complainant, Jennifer Weichert, at 922 Douglas and informed her the parents were notified that snowmobiling was not allowed in the park. CN: 01000484 OFFENSEIINCIDENT: DOB's DATE: 02/17/2001 00:28:0 OFFICER: Willson, C 2238 LOCATION: Wenrivorth Park SYNOPSIS: On 02-17-01 I was dispatched to Wentworth Park on juveniles in the park. On arrival I checked the park and skating rink and did not see any people.