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FRIDAY NEWS | July 9, 2021
THE LATEST
Knock, knock!...Who’s there?
New regulations for peddlers, solicitors, transient merchants
The City was recently advised that the United States Supreme Court has ruled that city
ordinances which “blanket” prohibit all or most door to door sales activities or transient
merchants are no longer acceptable. The City of Mendota Heights then contacted the City
Attorney and the League of Minnesota Cities for advice about how to change the current
City Code language to bring it into compliance.
On Tuesday, July 6, the City Council approved an Ordinance which updated the City Code
to allow peddlers and solicitors to go door to door, and to allow transient merchants in our
city. Highlights of the new Code include:
The hours for all door to door activity, and for transient merchants, will be from 9 a.m.
to not later than thirty minutes before sunset.
No registration is required for non-commercial canvassing or fundraising by a
charitable organization or a school, religious, or service organization and persons
who are exercising their state or federal constitutional rights.
Each solicitor (people who go door to door taking orders for future delivery) are
required to register with the city. There is no fee charged, and no background
investigation is needed.
Each peddler (i.e., those going door-to-door selling a product or service for immediate
delivery), or each transient merchant, must obtain a license from the City. A
background investigation will be completed, and a license fee will be $100.
Solicitors and peddlers will be given a letter from the city stating they have properly
registered.
Don’t want to be bothered?
Residents are able to prohibit all peddlers, solicitors, and canvassers from entering their
property by placing a sign that is at least 4” x 4” stating “No Peddlers, Solicitors Allowed” or
similar language.
The City has these printed and laminated copies of the “No Solicitor” signs available at no
charge for the public. Stop by the City Hall front desk to pick one up, or download one from
the City’s website and print one off at home.
Partial closure on Dodd Road begins July 12
As part of an Xcel Energy gas project, residents should prepare for a portion of Dodd Road,
between Highway 62 and Ridge Place, to be closed beginning July 12. This closure is
expected to last from four to six weeks. Please use the designated detours during this time.
The through-traffic detour will be Wentworth Avenue, and local-traffic detour Marie Avenue.
Goat grazing ordinance passes
At its meeting on July 6, the City Council passed an ordinance to allow for prescribed
grazing by goats for a temporary period of time on residential property. Grazing can be used
as a natural control method for invasive plants, especially buckthorn, as well as other
vegetation. Call City Hall at 651-452-1850 for more information.
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Seeking sponsors for Parks Celebration
The City is seeking business and organization sponsors for the 34th annual Mendota
Heights Parks Celebration. The celebration returns August 13-15 and will be an extra
special one, with more events for the community to reconnect after having to cancel last
year's event.
Donations help provide live entertainment; festival activities such as a petting zoo,
inflatables, a rock climbing wall; and new this year a pickleball tournament, a morning coffee
connection, and community bike ride.
Sponsors donating $500 or more can host a booth with an activity at the traditional Parks
Celebration event at Mendakota Park on Saturday. And new this year, sponsors donating
$100-499 can reserve a spot at Saturday morning’s Community Coffee Connection taking
place at City Hall.
A variety of sponsorship levels are available to select from. See the sponsorship kit for more
information. The deadline to sponsor is July 30. Thank you for your consideration!
Registration open for Night to Unite
Night to Unite will take place on Tuesday, August 3, from 5 to 8 p.m. This event brings
together neighbors and local public safety to help prevent crime. Neighborhoods are invited
to host parties such as potlucks, cookouts, and ice cream socials to help build community
and meet new friends. Mendota Heights Public Safety will stop by registered parties with
their emergency vehicles to check out, visit with neighbors, and answer any questions you
may have. Those interested in hosting a party must register by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 30.
Night to Unite 2021 Registration Form
Organics drop-off site opening at Mendakota Park
Dakota County is making it easier for residents to reduce waste by opening a new organics
drop-off site at Mendakota Park in Mendota Heights on July 16.
Residents will be able to bring organics, such as food scraps and paper towels, to the site
for free. All registered participants receive free compostable bags to use at home and
helpful tips. To sign up, visit dakotacounty.us and search organics, call 952-891-7557, or
email organics@co.dakota.mn.us.
Unlike backyard composting, all food scraps, including meat, bones and dairy products, are
accepted. The Mulch Store, a commercial compost facility, processes the materials at
higher temperatures to kill bacteria and turn them into nutrient-rich compost.
Since opening the first organic drop-off site in 2016, more than 6,000 Dakota County
households have registered for the program. Across the five current locations, more than
10,000 pounds of food scraps are kept out of the landfill each week.
Learn more about organics recycling and sign up for the drop-off program at an Open
House at Mendakota Park on Saturday, July 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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COVID-19 information
Walk-ins for Minnesotans age 12 to 17 are possible at any state community
vaccination sites that are administering the Pfizer vaccine.
The Minnesota Department of Health continues to host both saliva and nasal swab
testing events throughout Minnesota. Tests are free and insurance is not required.
RECYCLING
Have a mattress or box spring to dispose of?
Dakota County residents are getting a special rate through September 6 for any type of
mattress or box spring, with curbside pickup. Learn more and schedule at bit.ly/3oYHt8A.
The City of Mendota Heights will also be hosting a mattress and box spring collection event
on September 11 at Mendakota Park.
Plastic Free July
Have you heard of Plastic Free July? It is a global initiative during the month of July to stop
using disposable plastic, and to start making healthier, more sustainable choices in your life.
More than a million people took place in last year’s challenge! If you are interested in
making some healthier swaps this July, view this short list to get your feet wet. For more
information or to sign up for the full challenge, visit plasticfreejuly.org.
Upcoming events
Shoe & Clothing Collection Ends Saturday (Free)
July 3 - 10 | Drop off at City Hall's parking lot
Tire Collection (Free)
July 11 | 9 a.m. to noon at West St. Paul Public Works
Organics Drop-Off Program Open House
July 17 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mendakota Park
South St. Paul Compost Site is open
Take home FREE compost for your garden.
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NATURAL RESOURCES
Learn about native plants and pollinators at this
free event
Tour the landscaped native garden in front of City Hall and learn about beautiful pollinator
plants that you can add to your home landscape! Dakota County Master Gardeners will be
your hosts and can answer your questions. This is a free community event—no reservation
required. In case of rain, this event will be rescheduled.
Recent highlights
Learn how to identify and control poison hemlock, a non-native, invasive plant.
Citizen-Assisted Monitoring Program (CAMP) volunteer needed for Lemay Lake.
What can I do to rid my pond or lake of green algae?
A citywide discount is available for Mendota Heights homeowners to treat ash trees
infected with the Emerald Ash Borer. Visit Rainbow Treecare for information.
POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
Just the Facts
Incident reports 7/2/21 - 7/8/21 Previous Just the Facts publications are available in the
Laserfiche archive system on the City's website.
Sign up for emergency alerts
The Emergency Alert Program is available through the Dakota Communications Center
(DCC) at mn-dcc.org/community-notification/.
Stay in touch through Nextdoor
The MHPD has expanded their social media channels to include Nextdoor. Learn more and
sign up at nextdoor.com.
For immediate public safety response and non-
emergency police assistance call 9-1-1
The Police Department will also continue to process requests for police reports, gun
permits, etc. Link to the forms under Public Resources at mendotaheightsmn.gov/police.
Completed forms and general questions can be submitted via email to
pdrecords@mendota-heights.com.
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PARKS & RECREATION
Upcoming events
Teddy Bear Band (Free)
Wed, July 14 | 6pm at Mendakota Park
Enjoy a family-friendly band whose mission is to
help children gain and maintain a positive sense of
self, and develop an appreciation of their own
abilities. Participants are encouraged to bring their
own teddy bear or stuffed friend.
The Goombas Band (Free)
Fri, July 23 | 6:30pm at Mendakota Park
Dance to rock and roll tunes and enjoy the blues
performed by this popular local band.
Drop-in Program (Free)
Join us on Tuesdays for the City's traveling program
that brings recreation to local neighborhood spots.
Staff will set up activities and equipment for youth
ages six to twelve to enjoy. There will be games,
sports, arts, crafts, and more. No registration
required.
July 13 | 1:30-2:30pm at Mendakota Park
July 20 | 12:30-1:30pm at Covington Court Apartments Greenspace
July 27 | 1:30-2:30 at Mendakota Park
Pickleball Tournament (Free)
Sun, August 15 | 8-11am at Marie Park
This year during the Parks Celebration the City is
hosting its first ever Pickleball Tournament. The
tournament will be open to pairs of any age. One
team member must be a resident of Mendota
Heights. There is a limit of thirty-two teams, so
register soon as spaces are filling fast!
Register Now
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Public Meetings
Meeting changes or cancellations are noted on the City's website
mendotaheightsmn.gov/calendar. Meetings take place at City Hall unless otherwise
noted. Meeting attendees should adhere to the posted City Hall safety guidelines. City
Council, Planning Commission, and Parks & Recreation Commission meetings are
broadcasted live on Cable Channel 18, online at townsquare.tv/webstreaming (available live
or for replay), or through dial-in when offered. Select Airport Relations Commission
meetings are broadcast on Cable Channel 19. Occasionally broadcasted channels may
change; check Town Square Television's listings for updates.
Airport Relations Commission Work Session at Eagan City Hall | July 13, 5:30
p.m.
Airport Relations Commission (Joint meeting with Eagan ARC) at Eagan City
Hall | July 13, 6:30 p.m.
Parks and Recreation Commission | July 13, 6:30 p.m.
Parks and Recreation Commission Work Session | July 15, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission | July 27, 7:00 p.m.
City Business Hours
City Hall: Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Friday 7-11:30 a.m.
Police Department: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Public Works Building: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
City Hall Contact Information
Official Website of the City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Phone: 651-452-1850
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