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2016-02 Heights Highlights-SpringA SMALL TOWN FEEL IN AN URBAN SETTING TM'�T7'� Je Employee Core Values Awards Sewer Rate Increase Spring Clean Up Day Upcoming Road Construction 3 Citizen's Police Academy 4 Emergency Alert Program 4 Sump Pump Installation 4 Activities for Adults 5 Volunteering Opportunities 5 Parks and Recreation 6 - 7 Youth Tennis Back cover Int Mendota Heights joins others as a Pollinator Friendly City The Mendota Heights City Council recently passed a resolution to be a Pollinator Friendly City. Our city joins other metro area communities who are concerned about the decline of native bees, honey bees, butterflies, and other important pollinators. Specifically, the resolution discourages the use of Neonicotinoids, a class of insecticides that has been linked to the decline of the bee population and other beneficial insects. The decline of pollinators affects not only our beautiful plants but also those that provide our food. Native and domesticated honey bees pollinate about 30% of our crops in the United States, and 80-90% of the flowering plants in the Midwest. Native bee populations have declined in recent years due to habitat loss and pesticides among other causes. In the United Stares alone, colonies of honey bees have had yearly losses of 35-50%. Cities in the metro area and throughout the country are recognizing the importance of how they manage their public spaces and are encouraging their residents to do the same on their own properties. The City of Mendota Heights has been incorporating pollinator friendly practices such as using IPM (Integrated Pest Management). IPM is a process to solve pest problems while minimizing risks to people and the environment. For example, instead of broad pesticide application, they spot treat a specific area if necessary They do not use Neonicotinoid pesticides. They create buffer areas around wetlands to control erosion and filter out toxins before they reach the wetland and have also been working on eradicating the invasive species that destroy our native habitats in our parks. Last year, as a part of the Victoria Road North reconstruction project, Mendota Heights developed a strip of land, between the bike path and road, and filled it with native grasses and native flowers to encourage pollinators. The project is in collaboration with the University of Minnesota Master Gardeners and Mendota Heights residents. There are many opportunities to improve pollinator habitats while also improving our own lives. Some simple steps include asking your favorite garden center for plants and seeds that are not treated with Neonicotinoids. Plant a variety of flowering plants, especially native plants, that will bloom in continuous succession throughout the growing season from early spring to late fall. Come to the Mendota Heights Parks Celebration on June 4th to learn more about pollinators. Airport Open House To Be Held March 9th Being in a city as close to the Minneapolis -St. Paul Regional Airport as is Mendota Heights has its advantages—and disadvantages. The City's Airport Relations Commission (ARC) invites you to attend an Open House on the evening of Wednesday, March 9th to learn more about our MSP neighbor and the planes that fly overhead. Representatives of the ARC, and staff from the Metropolitan Airports Commission and the Federal Aviation Administration will be on hand to talk about noise issues, airport development, and other topics which will be of interest to Mendota Heights residents. You will be able to get your questions answered. The Open House will be held at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve and will begin at 7:00 pm. For further information, call City Hall at 651.452.1850. Mayor's Message We are in one of our best seasons, winter: hockey, sledding, travel and school activities. On February 9t'', I had the privilege of presenting the State of the City Address at City Hall; this was my sixth such presentation. I reviewed the year which was just completed, and previewed the upcoming year. Some of the highlights which I presented included: • The City has a strong financial base—property values are rising, jobs are being created, and the City had its AAA Bond rating reaffirmed in 2015. • We are a well-educated community. Mendota Heights can boast that 57.9% of its residents having a 4 year degree or higher. That compares with 32.6% state-wide. The 42.1% I am sure have other Types of education and training which also leads to success. • There is a "magic" in threes in Mendota Heights—we have three high schools; three elementary schools; three middle schools; three golf courses; and three cemeteries. • I thanked parting Planning Commissioner Ansis Viksnins, for nine years of service, and Parks and Recreation Commissioner Jack Evans, for two years. We appreciate the leadership of our volunteer commissions. • On July 30`h, Mendota Heights observed the one year anniversary of the death of Police Officer Scott Patrick. In November the City lost 47 year part-time police officer and police reservist Jerry Murphy. • The City completed the Victoria Road South street reconstruction project this fall. • In October, the City agreed to sell the City's water distribution system, including the water tower, to our water supplier, St. Paul Regional Water System. The City has the right to buy it back, should it so choose. The contract is available for review on the city website. • The Police Department answered 7,277 calls for service, and the City maintained the lowest crime rate in Dakota County. By all measures we are a safe community. • The Mendota Heights Fire Department was named "Fire Department of the Year" by the Minnesota State Fire Department Association. • The Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course saw more than 10,000 rounds of golf played, and 4,000 rounds of "foot golf." • The City budget levy increased 5.81% over 2015, but property tax rates still remain the lowest of the major Dakota County cities. 2 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS • 1,660 building permits were issued with a value of nearly $24 million. Sixteen new single family homes were constructed. • In June, Prime Therapeutics announced it is locating into a long vacant building in the Mendota Heights Industrial area, bringing with it 375 existing jobs, with a commitment to create 125 new jobs over the next two years. • A new off leash dog area was opened in September, near Acacia Blvd and Pilot Knob Road. In 2016, the City will be reviewing the results of several studies that are currently underway—the City's finances -both revenue and expenditures, our Industrial zone, and the Engineering and Police Departments combined will help to position Mendota Heights for a strong future. Mendota Heights has always been a city that plans. 2016 will also allow for the design of a recently approved pedes- trian and bicycle underpass under TH 110, between The Village, and the Mendota Plaza properties. This is in partnership with Dakota County, with funding coming from a Transportation Enhancement grant from the Metropolitan Council. Finally, Minnesota sports fans and Dakota County were interested in hearing the news that the Minnesota Vikings are relocating their training facility to neighboring Eagan, just across I-494 from Mendota Heights. While the City was happy to hear the news, we will also work closely with the City of Eagan to make certain that the impacts on our City from the development are positive. I am looking ahead to 2016. Each year I end the State of the City with a theme for the year ahead, this year it is ..."We've Begun." We have and will keep our strengths; we assessed our present and are moving on our future. Have a great spring! Employee Core Values Awards Several years ago, Mendota Heights' employees identified four core values that they share. The shared values include respectful, ethical, service- oriented and professional. Each day, they live these values as they carry out the functions of the city to continue make Mendota Heights a quality place to live and work. Each year all employees are asked to nominate their peers who have gone the extra mile the past year. The 2016 recipients for the core values awards were as follows: Professional — John Maczko, Fire Chief Service Oriented — Nolan Wall, Planner Ethical — Jenny Fordham, Police Officer/SRO Respectful — Todd Rosse, Police Officer Sanitary Sewer Rate Increase You will notice a slight increase in your sanitary sewer hill on your second quarter statement arriving in April 2016. The city council increased the base residential sanitary sewer rate by $1.28 (2%) per quarter. The new rate was driven largely by increased charges billed by Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) and due to rising costs of maintenance to the city's sewer system. The annual increase was able to be reduced from the more typical 5% increase by re -prioritizing capital improvement projects on the sanitary sewer system. No changes were made to the storm sewer utility fee listed on your quarterly utility bill. The quarterly fee will remain at $7.25 for 2016. Please contact City Hall at 651.452.1850 for information. ROYCE REUSE Menu The annual Spring Clean -Up Day is set for Saturday, May7, 2016 at Mendakota Park starting at 8:00 am and ending at 12:00 noon. This is your chance to clear out your home and property. We will have volunteers to help unload your vehicle. Through the clean-up, Mendota Heights residents recycle tons of materials; nearly everything brought to the clean-up is recycled or processed. The event is open to Mendota Heights residents with current ID, driving personal vehicles and small trailers. We will accept: Car tires, furniture, mattresses/box springs, electronics with cords, scrap metals (remove all non-metal), bicycles, and paper to be shredded. We will NOT accept: Yard waste, business waste, contractor or home remodeling debris, household hazardous waste, or items which can be recycled at the curb. New this year: Due to the weight of beams, landscape timbers and sharp metal edges, we can no longer accept construction or remodel debris. It is an all - volunteer group of city employees, commissioners and City Council and we do not want to overburden them with what should be hauled to a landfill. Other than that, we welcome the list provided and look forward to seeing you at the event. It will be a great day in the neighborhood! For more information contact Nolan Wall at 651.255.1142 or nolanw@mendota- heights.com. The spring clean-up is made possible by a grant from Dakota County Environmental Management and the Minnesota Office of Environmental Assistance. Upcoming Road Construction 1 2016 will be a busy year for road construction in Mendota Heights. Residents should be aware of these projects and plan accordingly. Please slow down while driving through construction zones. This helps contractors complete the projects on time, and will minimize risk to both drivers and construction workers. City Projects: Contact the City Engineering Department at 651.452.1850. Mendota Road/Warrior Drive Neigh- borhood Improvements — This project will reconstruct Mendota Road between Delaware Avenue and Oak Street. It will also rehabilitate Warrior Drive, High Ridge Circle, and Sibley Court. Reconstruction will consist of new road bed, pavement, trail, curb, gutter, and storm sewer. Rehabilitation will consist of pavement replacement. A median will be installed on Warrior Drive as a traffic safety measure. Con- struction is scheduled to begin in June and last through October 2016. County Projects: Contact Dakota Counry Transportation Department at 952.891.7100. Q Pilot Knob/I-494 Signal Improvements — Dakota County will be replacing the traffic signal at Pilot Knob Road and I-494 beginning in June 2016. The new signal will have a "flashing yellow" left turn arrow as part of the signal cycle. Construction is expected to take about three weeks. State Projects: Contact MnDOT Metro District Information, J.P. Gillach at 651.234.7503, or email james.gillnchostate. run. us. 0 The Minnesota Department of Transportation has no projects planned in Mendota Heights for 2016. There will be, however, another closure of Highway 13 between Wachtler Avenue and Sylvandale Road beginning in early June. The contractor hired by a private property owner to repair bluff slope damage on private property will need to complete the slope repair this summer, and MnDOT has granted a permit to close the Highway again. The new permit stipulates that the closure cannot take place until after school is out for the summer of 2016. L _ HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 3 Citizens Police Academy BEHIND THE BADGE: HONOR - INTEGRITY -COURAGE The fall of 2016 will be the 9th year for the Mendota Heights/West St. Paul Citizens Police Academy. Residents and business owners are encouraged to register early for this exciting 10 week program. September 15 through November 17, 2016 Thursdays from 6:00 — 9:30 pm The Citizens Police Academy is designed to give citizens a working knowledge of the operations and responsibilities of the police departments which serve our communities. Students will get hands on instruction from officers in the areas of criminal investigations, traffic stops, use of force, firearms and DWI sobriety testing. There are also field trips to our training facilities and the Dakota County Jail. Applications are available at www. mendota-heights, com Those interested can also contact Becky at 651.255.1191 or email beckypPmetadota-heights.com. The deadline for applications is August 12. Students are encouraged to apply early. Emergency Alert Program In 2009, the City of Mendota Heights, along with our 911 partner the Dakota Communications Center, implemented a county -wide mass notification system. 'This system is designed to quickly alert the public of emergencies that may affect their health or welfare and is capable of sending recorded messages to targeted areas within the county at the rate of up to 60,000 calls per hour. In addition to hard -wire home phones that are already registered, residents and businesses in Dakota County can self -register their cellular and other contact telephone numbers, along with email addresses, they would like alerted in the event of an emergency in the area of their Dakota County residence or business. Simply visit the website www.mn- dcc.org and go to the Community Notification tab to create an account and sign up devices you would like to receive emergency messages on. We are very careful to send only important safety related messages. You can un -enroll at any time and we do not share your information. Please help us keep you safe. 044 Proper Sump Pump Installation Re-routing your sump pump to discharge water outside your home, instead of into the sanitary sewer drain line, can help reduce sanitary sewer flows and help keep your sewer bills low. Sump pump discharge into the sanitary sewer is also considered a violation of state and local building code. Beginning in 2016, the City will be asking property owners to disconnect their sump pumps from the sanitary sewer. For more information, please call the Public Works/Engineering Department at 651.452.1850. 4 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Mendota Heights Book Club Book discussion groups are a fun way to share interesting books and meet new people. The group reads and discusses books chosen by group members. Titles will be fiction or nonfiction that appeal to adults. Bring your thoughts to share and a favorite title or author that others might like to read. Third Wednesday of the month, 10:00 - 11:00 am Mendota Elementary Upcoming book schedule: March 16 — Major Pettigrew's Last Stand, by Helen Simonson April 20 — Our Souls at Night, by Kent Haruf May 18 — The Healing, by Jonathan Odell Walking Club We are looking for anyone interested in starting a weekly walking club here in Mendota Heights. Walks can range from 1 to 3 miles on our beautiful trail system. Contact Sloan Wallgren, Mendota Heights Recreation Program Coordinator at 651.255.1354. Looking Fora Volunteer Opportunity? If you are looking to volunteer, go to www.dakotacounty us and dick on Jobs and Volunteering. You can search all volunteer opportunities, including a wide range of activities, from invasive species removal to event support. If you find one that is right for you, create an account, so you can set your schedule and track your hours, and we can notify you of new opportunities. For more information, contact Garrett Zaffke at 651.438.4635 orgarrett.zake@co.dakota.mn.us. IOURLF .ETTER SCORE IOURLE .ETTER SCORE ROUBLE LETTER SCORE DOUBLE WORD SCORE DOi1BLE WORD SCORE TRIPLE LFTTF.R SCORE C3 TRIPLE LETTER SCORE P, A, t R, 1t OOIIRI F LETTER SCORE T, 1-1, R, E, SI C3 A, B, A, Gz E, B3 DOABLE L worm t Sri E, DOUBLE LETTER SCORE OOURI F LETTER SCORE DOUBLE WORD SCORE Activities at the Mendota Heights Par 3 Cribbage and Coffee — Join us to play cribbage and chat about current events. We will have all the supplies for playing cribbage along with the daily newspaper, coffee, Wi-Fi and a comfortable setting. Mondays, March 7 to May 23; 10:00 — 12:00 noon Fee: $0.50 Social Scrabble — Play a game of scrabble and discuss current events. We provide the supplies to play, along with daily newspaper, coffee, Wi-Fi and a comfortable setting. Wednesdays, March 9 to May 25; 10:00 — 12:00 noon Fee: $0.50 Thompson Park Activity Center (TPAC) If you are looking for activities and fun, check out Thompson Park Activity Center located at 1200 Srassen Lane, West St. Paul. This is our area Northern Dakota County Tri -District Community Education 55+ center. Mendota Heights residents are welcome to take part in any of the activities. If you need more information on what is offered, please call the Thompson Park Activity Center at 651.403.8300. Eastern Dakota County History Tour — April 26, 2016 Fee: $60, includes transportation, tour, and lunch Curious about Dakota County landmarks and points of interest? Take a tour of Dakota Counry with Mark Kalisewski, past president of the Dakota County Historical Society. Mark will point out many interesting sights of the county. Walking pace is light to moderate. This tour will stop for lunch at Dan's Bar and Grill, New Trier. To register, please call TPAC at 651.403.8300. Register by April 19. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS :5 '412te Parks and Recreation Summer Program Registration begins March 14 for information or to register online go to www.mendota-heights.com or stop in at City Hall. Field Trips Grab a friend and join us on one of our fun youth field trips. All trips depart & return from city hall and include chaperones and bus. June 16: Zero Gravity & Shoreview Pool $30 Travel to the Zero Gravity Trampoline Park in Mounds View to experience the three-dimensional all trampoline walled indoor park. Note: All participants must have a liability waiver signed by their parents or legal guardian. Then we will head over to Tropics Indoor Water Park at the Shoreview Community Center to have lunch and cool off in their pool. June 23: Minnesota Twins Game $25 Spend the day outdoors at Target Field cheering on the Minnesota Twins as they play host to the Philadelphia Phillies. Bring your own bag lunch or money for concessions. June 30: Horseback Riding at Bunker Stables $40 Bunker Hills— Ride guided trails on your own horse and enjoy a hay ride. Bring a bag lunch and beverage (no concessions available). We wrap up with games and activities after lunch at rhe picnic pavilion. Participant must be at least nine years old. July 7: Bunker Beach Water Park $25 Jump aboard as we head to Anoka's Bunker Beach for some Fun in the Sun! Bunker Beach has 6 waterslides, a lazy river, an activity pool with a climbing wall, and a zero -entry pool with a water play structure. We can also enjoy the air -generated waves ranging from 0-4 feet in height in the wave pool. Tubes for the wave pool are available for rental at a cost of $2,00 for a two-hour session, Please bring a bag lunch, swimsuit, towel and sunscreen. Kids can bring additional money for treats if they choose. July 21: Apple Valley Water Park $30 We will spend our day on the waterslides, or just relaxing in the lazy river. Grab a friend and your sunscreen for a day of fun. Please bring a bag lunch, swim suit, towel and money for concessions if you would like. July 28: Valleyfair $35 Gather your friends and come spend the day at the best amusement park around. Ride the Powertower, Renegade, Steel Venom and Excalibur. Bring your swimsuit and towel for the waterpark, and money for concessions. Many of the rides require you to be 48 inches or taller in height. Teen Tuesday Trips for youth ages 12-15 1 Max 13 kids per trip June 21: Valleyfair $40 June 26: Kayaking the St. Croix & Taylors Falls July 19: R,dina Mini Golf/Paddle Boats/Water Park July 26: Segway Tour & Beach August 2: Zip -Line at Trollhaugen August 16: Bunker Beach Water Park August 23: St. Paul Saints Game Safety Camp July 12-14 $35 $30 $40 $50 $25 $25 This experience will last a lifetime. Camp leaders include volunteers from local police and fire departments. Safety Camp participants will [earn about stranger safety, first- aid and more. On Thursday, we will take a field trip to a water park to practice some of the water safety skills we will learn. Date: Tuesday & Wednesday 8am to 3:30pm; Thursday 8 am to 4 pm Ages: Youth entering grades 3 and 4 in the fall Fee: $30; includes lunch and snack each day, and the field trip on Thursday Location: Kaposia Park, South St. Paul Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby June 23rd Bring your fishing pole and come on down to Roger's Lake fishing pier to catch "the big one!" Prizes and goodie bag will be provided to all participants. Parents and grandparents are welcome to come watch. We will be providing hotdogs, beverages and a cold treat. One lucky boy or girl will win a Minnesota Lifetime Fishing License. Ages: 14 & under (parent/guardian must accompany participants) Fee: $10 Tinle: 5:30 pm -check-in; 6:00 pm -fishing begins; 7:00 pm -awards and prizes 6 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Parks and Recreation Summer Program Registration begins March 14 for information or to register online go to wwvu.mendofa-heighfs.com or stop in at City Hall. Summer Playground Program \ea n e igh fir A ly 1 Tiger Tots Golf Lessons Ages: 5-7 Fee: $39 This camp will include the basics of golf, while focusing on having a great time. The class includes a free round of golf and a tee shirt. Maximum of 6 participants per class. Goff Camps Ages: 7-12 Fee: $89 Youth golf camps run Monday through Thursday (Friday may be used as a rain makeup) and features exercises and games to help improve golf skills, in a fun environment. Camps run weekly starting June 13 through August 30. Morning camps run 9:00 to 11:30 am and the afternoon camps run 12:00 noon to 2:30 pm. The camp includes a free round of golf and a tee shirt. Junior Golf Leagues Ages: 6-15 Fee: $99 for 11 weeks Grow your game and play in a league this summer. Tee times are available Mon., Tues., Wed., or Friday mornings from 8:30 - 10:30 am (Monday evening league tee times 6:00 to 6:30 pm). If you have a group and would like to play regularly at a time that is not listed, please contact us at 651.255.1354. Skate Board Camp Join us at Mendakota Park (rainy -days at Mendota Heights Fire Hall) for a week of summer fun! Sign up for all the weeks or just the ones that you can make. These camps are guaranteed to make the summer a blast. Morning session Afternoon session 9:30 to 11:30 am 12:30 to 3:30 pm June 13-17 1 Summer Sun & Fun Week Get outdoors and explore the parks and trails. Children will be introduced to GPS and a compass to find treasures. June 20-24 Ninja Warrior Week 411111r Come find your secret hidden ninja warrior skills. We will make our very own Ultimate Ninja Warrior Course. We will train like ninjas, play games to develop our skills and learn all about ninjas. June 27 -July 1 Water Works 1 Week This week is packed full of water, so bring your swimsuit each day. We will have buckets of water fun, crafts and games. July 11-15 1 Super Hero Week Campers will unleash their inner superhero just in time to save the world! This week will have games, crafts, creating our own superhero names, practicing those do-gooder skills and creating your own comic book. No afternoon session this week due to Safety Camp. Staff from 3rd Lair has been teaching the Twin Cities how to skateboard since 1997, and now it's your turn to learn from the best. Whether it's your first day on a board or you're an experienced rider, we have you covered. Trained instructors teach proven techniques in a fun and supportive setting. All necessary equipment will be provided. Location: Rogers Lake Skate Park, 1000 Wagon Wheel Trail Cost: $99 per camp Days/Time: Tues., Wed., & Thursday 10:00 am to 12:00 noon Dates: Camp 1: June 14-16 Camp 2: July 19-21 Camp 3: August 2-4 Camp 4: August 23-25 Camp 5: August 30 -Sept 1 Ages: 4 to 7 Ages 7 to 10 40Jul18-22 y Adventure Island Week Fee $39 Fee $49 It's all about adventure and thrills as we participate in many of your favorite beach games and crafts. We will have a hidden treasure hunt, an adventure course and plenty of crafts for you to bring home and continue the fun. July 25-29 1 Summer Favorites Week Staff will take the most popular games and favorite activities from all of the previous weeks and combine them into one FCJNTASTIC week. More fun than a barrel of monkeys! 21 August 1-5 Water Works 2 Week Get ready for another fun filled week packed with water. Remember to bring your swimsuit each day because we will be having more buckets of water fun, crafts and games. MHA Association The Mendota Heights Athletic Associa- tion is now taking registration for spring) summer: T -Ball, In-house baseball & softball and lacrosse. Please visit lump. mendotaheightsathletics.com for more in- formation and to register. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 7 HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS February 2016 Issue: 104 City Directory Council Members: Sandra Krebsbach, Mayor 651.454.5696 Ultan Duggan Steve Norton Liz Petschel Mike Povolny Staff Members: City Hall Mark McNeill, Ciry, Administrator Tamara Schutta, Assistant to the Administrator Mike Andrejka, Building Official John Maczko, Fire Chief John Mazzitello, Public Works Director Kristen Schabacker, Finance Director Lorri Smith, Ciry Clerk Nolan Wall, Planner 651.452.5179 651.269.2004 651.454.3256 651.454.0926 651.452.1850 Police Department Emergency 911 Police Administration 651.452.1366 Mike Aschenbrener, Chief of Police Public Works Facility 651.454.4059 Terry Blum, Public Works Superintendent © Copyright 2016 Ciry of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8:00 am — 4:30 pm www.mendota-beights.com Follow Us Learn more about the City of Mendota Heights and keep updated with happenings by following the city online. Facebook. cord MendotaHeightsMN t Twitter, and 'mendota heights City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 www. mendota-heights. cam ■ ********ECRINSS** POSTAL CUSTOMER ! tik'Y o up PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Permit #32324 Twin Cities, MN Our tennis programs are for learning and enjoying the game. Programs run from June 13 -July 28 at Sibley High School Tennis Courts. (no tennis the week of July 4-8) Littles Tennis Ages: 4 to 7 Fee: $40 for 6 sessions An introduction using mini nets and junior tennis balls. Parents/chaperones are encouraged to stay. Littles Tennis classes are held once a week for 6 weeks. Tennis Lessons: Ages: 7 to 12 Fee: $85 for all 18 sessions Classes are held Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced play. Sign up all of your children for one session. In House League: Ages: 10 and up. Fee: $90 for 18 sessions Instructors will divide participants into singles or doubles play each day and will be on hand to keep the matches moving. Instructors will provide coaching on serving, strokes, footwork and scoring. Matches are Mon., Tues., and Wed. from 12:00 noon to 12:55 pm. Recreation Travel League: Ages: 10 and up. Fee: $90 This program is for players who are looking to play matches. Instructors will provide coaching and supervision of matches. The team will practice the first two weeks and play matches the last four weeks. Matches are held on Mondays & Wednesdays, from 1:00 to 2:30 pm. There will be 3 home marches and 3 away matches (transportation is not provided). USTA Junior TEAM Tennis Ages: 12 to 18 Fee: $125 This program is for youth who are looking to play at the highest level. Players should be on or intend to be on their school's tennis team. The teams will practice the first two weeks. Matches will be from 1:00 to 2:30 pm, beginning mid- June. The 14 and Under team plays on Tuesdays and the 18 and Under team plays on Thursdays. There will be 2 or 3 home matches and 2 or 3 away matches. Instructors will provide coaching and supervision of matches.