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PAGE 1 March, 1997 ISSUE 41
CONTRACT PROHIBITS THIRD
PARALLEL RUNWAY AT MSP
On December 17, 1996, the City Council approved a contract with
the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) that requires the
Commission to seek the approval of the City of Mendota Heights to
construct a third parallel runway. This contract was mandated by the
Minnesota Legislature in the 1996 session at the time they decided
to end the Dual Track study and proceed with an expanded airport at
the current MSP site.
The legislature required MAC to enter a contract with "affected
cities," giving those cities approval authority over whether MAC
could proceed with the construction of a third parallel runway. An
"affected city" is defined as being any city that would experience an
increase in the area located within the 60 LDN noise contour as a
result of operations using a third parallel runway at MSP. A third
parallel runway would be located north of the existing two parallel
sways and would be pointed directly at residential neighborhoods
Mendota Heights.
The Mendota Heights Airport Relations Commission has long
considered a third parallel runway to be the most direct threat to our
community. This contract now gives Mendota Heights authority over
the construction of a third parallel runway until the year 2021, with
three automatic ten year renewal periods that carry the term of the
agreement out to the year 2051.
The contract grants third party beneficiary rights to "affected prop-
erty owners" in the area in which there would an increase in the 60
LDN noise contour, if a third parallel runway were constructed. The
third party beneficiary rights give these property owners the right to
seek specific enforcement of the contract and to seek injunctive relief
in the event either MAC or the City of Mendota Heights breaks the
agreement.
Under the terms of the contract, the MAC promises it shall not
construct a third parallel runway, or affirmatively advocate the con-
struction of the runway. MAC may not take any actions preliminary
to physical construction, including land acquisition, the inclusion of
funds in the capital improvement program budget or the solicitation
of bids for construction. In exchange for this, the City agrees to take
no action to oppose the planning and construction of a North-South
Runway, as described in the MAC Long Term Comprehensive Plan.
The City of Mendota Heights is on record as supporting the North-
South Runway as the preferred expansion scenario for MSP Airport
as it grows to meet its capacity for operations. The North-South
runway is parallel to Cedar Avenue and is anticipated to handle up to
37% of all departures at MSP, thereby relieving the traffic that is
currently in the Eagan -Mendota Heights corridor. The signing of this
agreement supports the North-South Runway as the preferred alter-
native and provides the City with a huge measure of protection
against a possible third parallel runway pointed at our community.
Runway Reconstruction Scheduled
For 1997
The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has announced that reconstruction on
Runway 11R/29L will occur during the Summer of 1997. Runway 11R/29L is the southern
parallel runway. Only the western 3,000 feet of the runway will be reconstructed in 1997, so
the runway will remain in operation. Jet aircraft operations will be limited to the remaining
6,000 to 7,000 feet of runway.
MAC has also announced that the eastern third of Runway 11R/29L will be reconstructed
in 1998. Reconstruction of the center section, originally scheduled for 1999, has been placed
on hold until further engineering studies determine if the reconstruction of the center section
is warranted or until the proposed North-South Runway is completed.
Runway 11R/29L will be operational during both phases ofreconstruction in 1997 and 1998,
however, is it anticipated that the shorter length of the runway will cause changes in operations
as traffic is shifted to the other two runways. The Mendota Heights Airport Relations
-)mmission will be receiving some updates from the Federal Aviation Administration, who
,erates the Tower, and from MAC regarding changes in operations that may be expected
during the reconstruction period. The May edition of the Heights Highlites will have further
information available.
Inside Heights 9CighCites"
Look inside this issue for
information on upcoming
meetings andactivities:
Boardof Review .Meeting
Community Garage SaCe
,Fire Department
.Anniversary Celebration
Spring CCean-Uy Day
and
,For Great S ing/Summer
,Fun, Check�Out the Parks
.And Recreation
Departments Activities On
Pages 4 through 7
PAGE 2 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES March, 1997
FIRE DEPARTMENT CELEBRATES FIFTY
YEARS
Volunteer firefighters have been providing fire and rescue service to the community for
fifty years. Our Fire Department will celebrate it's golden anniversary in 1997. To honor this
occasion and share the celebration with the people they serve, fire personnel and auxiliary
members are organizing a community event to be held on August 16, 1997.
Committees have been working on the event for over a year. Plans include a parade, history
display, and a display of fire apparatus from our department and other departments throughout
the state. The celebration will also include a softball tournament, family activities, conces-
sions, and entertainment at Mendakota Park.
A book of the fire department's fifty year history is being published. It will be available at
the August 16 event.
The 50th Anniversary Committee is seeking input and participation from individuals and
businesses in the community. If you have ideas, suggestions, contacts or connections to offer
for the Parade, Family Activities, and/or Entertainment, please contact Carolyn Dreelan
(454-7621), Bret Blaeser (688-6522), or Ken Weisenburger (452-8078).
Mark your calendar now and plan to join the community as we share in the celebration of
our fire department's golden anniversary.
Tree Program
Continued
The City Council has budgeted funds to
continue the boulevard tree program for
1997. For the past several years, this program
has provided trees to residents interested in
dressing up their boulevards.
For a pre -payment of $50 per tree, home-
owners may select from several varieties of
trees approximately 1 3/4 to 2 1/2 inches in
diameter, depending on the variety selected.
The trees will be planted in the fall by a
landscape contractor hired by the city. Each
tree will be guaranteed for one year.
If you are interested in participating, con-
tact Nancy at City Hall, 452-1850, to place
your name on a priority list. The limited
quantity of trees are available on a first-
come, first-served basis.
Be a Fire Fighter
Would you like to serve your community
and add challenge and excitement to your life
at the same time? Why not consider becom-
ing a volunteer fire fighter. Individuals are
currently needed to fill vacancies on the de-
partment. The Fire Department is particu-
larly interested in people who can respond
during daytime work hours or individuals
who do shift work. Candidates must be in
good physical health and must live or work
within a six minute drive from the fire sta-
tion.
Informal orientation and information ses-
sions for candidates and their spouses will be
held at 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Wednes-
day, April 9 and at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday,
April 12. If you cannot attend one of the
sessions and would like more information,
please contact Nancy Bauer, at 452-1850, for
an application and information packet.
Heights Highlites is a government news-
letter distributed to residents to inform
them on events and activities that affect
Mendota Heights. All articles, layout and
production are done by city staff members.
If you know any residents who are not
receiving the Heights Highlites, please in-
vite them to contact City Hall, 452-1850,
to be placed on the newsletter mailing list.
Review Board
Meeting Scheduled
From 7:00 p.m.to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday
evening, April 1, the City Council will con-
vene its annual Review Board meeting. At
this meeting, the Dakota County Assessor
will review general information and answer
questions regarding property valuations for
real estate taxes payable in 1998. Following
the approximate half-hour presentation, rep-
resentatives from the Assessor's Office will
meet with individual property owners who
have questions or concerns about their valu-
ations.
"Notices of Assessment for the Year
1997," were recently mailed to all property
owners by Dakota County. If you feel that
the market value for taxation shown on the
form exceeds the actual value of your prop-
erty, you can appeal the valuation. To do so,
you must either send a letter to the City
Council, at City Hall, before April 1 or you
must attend the Review Board meeting or an
informal open book meeting. The dates and
locations of the open book meetings are
listed on your "Notice of Assessment."
The Review Board meeting will be heli
the City Council Chambers at City H, _
1101 Victoria Curve.
Community -Wide
Garage Sale
Are you ready to do some spring cleaning,
but have no idea what to do with those no
longer needed items that take up precious
space? If so, why not consider participating
in the community garage sale. The Mendota
Heights Fire Auxiliary is sponsoring its
Fourth Annual Community Wide Garage
sale from May 15 through May 17. To reg-
ister, please come to the Fire Department,
located at 2121 Dodd Road, on April 8 any
time between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and
Noon. The registration fee is $10.00.
The Auxiliary will advertise the garage
sale in community newspapers and the main
Twin City newspapers. Maps will be pre-
pared and will be sold for $1.00 prior to and
during the garage sale. If you have any ques-
tions, please call Mary Weisenburger at 452-
8078.
PAGE 3 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES
PLEASE DON'T FEED THE DEER
With the close proximity of Mendota Heights to the Minnesota
River and Mississippi River valleys, and our strong community
emphasis on the preservation of open space and natural features, there
is an abundance of desirable habitat for a growing number of whitetail
deer.
This growth in the deer herd within Mendota Heights has caused
some serious concerns related to property protection and public
safety. During 1996, our Police Department was called to the scene
of twleve accidents involving deer/vehicle collisions. Browsing
whitetail deer have caused thousands of dollars of damage to natural
and cultivated vegetation in residential neighborhoods throughout
Mendota Heights. In addition, whitetail deer are also known to host
the deer tick which can carry and transmit Lyme disease.
While we all like to observe deer within our community, there are
a number of safety and policy concerns to be considered. For instance,
how does a community balance its desire to experience the wonders
of nature with its concerns about public health, safety and welfare?
Senior Housing Update
1997
The natural carrying capacity of the deer habitat within, and adjacent
to, the city is frequently disrupted when homeowners decide to
artificially feed the deer population. This practice leads to increased
deer propagation and intensifies their movements within certain
residential neighborhoods, creating negative community impacts.
We ask for your cooperation in not feeding the deer within your
neighborhood. Also, if your neighbors engage in this practice please
encourage them to stop, or give us a call at City Hall and we will
gladly ask them for their cooperation. If voluntary cooperation cannot
be achieved, the city's only alternative is to consider an ordinance
prohibiting the feeding of deer, and other animals, within the city
limits. Violation of a city ordinance is a misdemeanor offense, subject
to the penalties prescribed by state law. No one at the city wishes to
penalize individuals who consider deer feeding an act of kindness,
but in reality this act could jeopardize the safety of your friends and
neighbors. Please don't feed the deer!
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The new senior housing development in Mendota Heights, Parkview Plaza, is under
construction and expected to be ready for occupancy on June 1, 1997. Parkview Plaza is
located east of Dodd Road and south of Highway 110 on South Plaza Drive. It will contain
forty subsidized housing units and twenty-five market rate units.
The Dakota County HRA received a total of 306 applications prior to the initial deadline.
Those applications were included in a lottery held on November 7, 1996, and the HRA
Property Management staff has been meeting with the future residents of this new building.
There are enough applications to fill all forty of the subsidized units and still have a waiting
list when the building is opened. However, interested parties may still apply for waiting list
lacement. To receive an application for the waiting list, please contact Shannon Conway at
423-8141.
Some of the market rate units are still available. Applications received at this time for the
market rate units will be processed for June occupancy. To apply for a market rate unit, contact
Brook Mooers at 423-8142.
Do Your Part To
Protect Wetlands
Every year, large quantities of phosphorus
enter Mendota Heights lakes and ponds
through the storm water system. Substances
containing phosphorus, like lawn fertilizer,
grass clippings, leaves and soil end up on
driveways, streets and gutters where they are
washed into the stormwater system by rain
or snow melt.
Most of Mendota Heights' lakes, ponds
and wetlands are connected to this system.
Consequently, the pollutants that start out on
the street , gutter or driveway end up in the
neighborhood pond.
Here's a reminder about some things you
can do during the upcoming lawn care sea-
son to protect surface water quality:
1. Use a low phosphorus fertilizer. The
three large numbers on the side of the fertil-
izer bag indicate the percentages of nitrogen
(N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) in
the fertilizer. Be sure to select a fertilizer
with a middle (phosphorus) number of 3
percent or less.
2. Keep fertilizer spray or pellets off hard
surfaces such as driveways, sidewalks and
the street. This will reduce the chance that
rain or lawn sprinkling will wash the fertil-
izer into the storm sewer.
3. Keep lawn clippings and leaves off
streets, sidewalks, and driveways where they
can be carried into the storm sewer. Lawn
clippings and leaves contain phosphorus
which is released when they decompose.
4. Make sure soil stays in place on dis-
turbed areas. Use hay bales or silt fence to
prevent washing of soil into streets or lakes,
and seed or sod areas as soon as possible after
they are disturbed.
PAGE 4 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES March,1997
MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS AND RECREATION
SPRING/SUMMER TRIPS AND ACTIVITIES
SPRING BREAK TRIP
DISNEY ON ICE AT TARGET CENTER
THURSDAY, MARCH 27
Take a break from your spring break and join us for a magical
day at Target Center. We are going to visit some of our Disney
favorites including, characters from the Jungle Book, Cinderella,
and 101 Dalmatians! This trip is offered for children ages 5-12,
however, younger children are welcome to attend, but must be
accompanied by an adult.
AGES: 5-12 years old (younger children welcome if
accompanied by an adult)
DATE: March 27, 1997
BUS PICK UP: WSP Ice Arena, 60 W. Emerson, W. St. Paul
DEPARTS: 9:00 a.m.RETURNS: 1: 15 p.m. (approx.)
DEADLINE: Registration due by Tuesday, March 25
FEE: $14 per person (Bring extra money if you
wish to purchase snacks/souvenirs)
ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
Registration information is now available for a variety of
Mendota Heights Adult slow -pitch softball leagues. League
packets can be obtained at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. These
leagues will be sanctioned through ASA. Leagues being offered
include:
Mondays:Men's C Tuesdays:Men's D
Tuesdays:Women's D Thursdays:Men's Over 30
Fridays:Co-Rec D
All games are played at Mendakota Park. Registrations are due
by March 21. Interested teams should inquire at City Hall or call
Chris at 452-1850.
OFFICE INFORMATION:
Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve
Phone: 452-1850 After Hours Update: 220-2156
PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF:
Chris Esser, Recreation Programmer
Terry Blum, Parks Leadperson
John Boland, Parks Crew
Mike Maczko, Parks Crew
BUILD A BIRD HOUSE
Spring is near and the birds are return-
ing. Many species are already building
their nests and preparing to start a new
family. Give them a helping hand by
building your own birdhouse! Natural-
ist Tim Lundahl will give you a few tips
on howyou can attract birds to your
backyard while you assemble your bird
house. Your backyard chickadees and house wrens will be
grateful for their new custom-made home. Don't forget to
bring your own hammer!
AGES:
Parent-child pairs of any age.
DATE:
Friday, April 18
TIME:
6:30-8:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Mendota Heights City Hall
DEADLINE: Registrations due by April 11
Minimum: 8 parent-child pairs
Maximum: 20 parent-child pairs
FEE:
$9 per parent-child pair (includes bird house kit)
ENJOY OUR CITY PARKS AND TRAII.,S!
With spring and summer right around the comer, we invite all
residents to enjoy the parks and trails we have here in Mendota
Heights. Explore the amenities your city has to offer while
enjoying the great outdoors!
City parks are open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. In order to
allow everyone the most enjoyable experience without conflict-
ing 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 proce-
dures and fees, please contact Chris at 452-1850. Rental groups
are responsible for the clean up of trash and debris in the area
reserved for their activity.
City of Mendota Heights ordinances require all dogs in the city
to be leashed. This especially pertains to park property. Pet
owners are permitted to have their leashed pet in city parks and
on city trails and are required to clean up any droppings left by
their animals.
Finally, to assist the City in the maintenance and appearance
of our parks and trails, we ask for everyone's cooperation in
using the trash and recycling receptacles provided.
PAGE 5 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES
GOLF LEAGUES
Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with Par 3 Golf Course, will
again be offering golf leagues this summer. You may register individually, however,
pairs and four -some registrations are recommended. Please state preference of tee time
when registering. The league membership fee, which covers weekly prizes, is required
at the time of registration. Participants are required to pay green fees directly to Par 3
every time you golf. These leagues are designed for fun and leisure! League offerings
are as follows:
SENIOR GOLF LEAGUE
MONDAYS, MAY 12 - SEPTEMBER 29 (No play on holidays)
This league is offered to anyone 60 years of age or older. Tee times will start at 7:00
a.m. and approximately every seven minutes thereafter.
LEAGUE FEE: $8 per person
GREEN FEE: $6.75 each day of play
WOMEN'S GOLF LEAGUE
TUESDAYS, MAY 27 - AUGUST 19
This league is offered to all adult women. Tee times will start at 7:00 a.m. and continue
approximately every seven minutes thereafter.
LEAGUE FEE: $10 per person
GREEN FEE: $7.25 each day of play
JUNIOR GOLF LEAGUE
WEDNESDAYS, JUNE 11 - AUGUST 20
This league is offered to boys and girls
ages 10-17. Participants must have intro-
ductory golfing knowledge and ability to
join. Tee times start at 11:00 a.m. and con-
tinue approximately every seven minutes
thereafter. Please come prepared with a first
and second choice of tee time when register-
ing. Four -some registrations are recom-
mended. This league is looking for adult
volunteer chaperones (two each day of
play). Volunteer chaperones play free on
their volunteer day, compliments of Par 3.
Interested adults should inquire at City Hall.
LEAGUE FEE: $8 per person
GREEN FEE: $6.75 each day of play
ADULT MIXED GOLF LEAGUE
WEDNESDAYS, JUNE 4 - AUGUST 20
This league is offered to men and women of all ages. Singles and couples are welcome.
Tee times start at 6:00 p.m. and continue approximately every seven minutes thereafter.
LEAGUE FEE: $10 per person
GREEN FEE: $7.25 each day of play
More information on each of the leagues will be available after registration. For more
information or questions, please call 452-1850.
March, 1997
IN-LINE
SKATING
LESSONS
Do you want to learn how to In -Line
skate or inprove your skating skill?
Check out our Beginner skating lessons
and Street Smart Skating clinic. John
Glynn from the Dynamic Skate School
and Team Ramp will be instructing each
lesson and clinic. Each lesson and clinic
requires the use of a helmet and wrist
guards. Knee and elbow pads are recom-
mended, but not required. Equipment
rental is available. Rental needs must be
noted when registering.
Street Smart Skating Clinic
Saturday, April 19
This clinic deals with going up and
down hills, over curbs and bumps, traffic,
skating with a group, and the rules of the
road. This clinic is open to all ages but
you must know how to in-line skate.
Maximum class size: 20.
AGES: All ages
DATE: Saturday, April 19
TIME: 10:30-12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mendakota Park
FEE: $7 per person
Youth Beginner Skating Lessons
Monday and Tuesday, May 19-20
This class teaches the fundamentals of
in-line skating. Getting started, stop-
ping, rules of the road are just a few
examples of the techniques instructed in
this two day class.
AGES: 6-14 years old
DATE: Monday and Tuesday,
May 19-20
TIME: 5:00-6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mendakota Park
FEE: $12 per person
Adult Beginner Skating Lessons
Monday and Tuesday, May 19-20
This class is an adult version of the
youth beginner lessons.
AGES: 15 and older
DATE: Monday and Tuesday,
May 19-20
TIME: 6:15-7:15 p.m.
WHERE: Mendakota Park
FEE: $12 per person
PAGE 6 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES March. 1997
SUMMER ADVENTURE YOUTH TRIPS
All youth trips will depart from the WSP Ice Arena, located at 60 West Emerson Avenue in West St. Paul. Registration deadline is o,
week prior to the trip. Registration after the deadline date will add a $2.00 late fee to the price of your registration. All trip fees include
transportation, supervision, and activity fees. Each trip has limited enrollment, so please register as soon as possible. These trips are
co-sponsored with WSP, SSP, and IGH Parks and Recreation. Trips are scheduled for Thursdays.
MINNESOTA ZOO
THURSDAY, JUNE 19
Join us for an adventuresome day at
the zoo! We will visit the animals,
walk the trails, and see the new Discov-
ery Bay. Bring a bag lunch or money
for concessions. Get ready to meet the
animals on this wildly -fun trip!
AGES: 7-12 years old
DATE: Thursday, June 19
BUS PICK UP: WSP Ice Arena, 60 W. Emerson, WSP
DEPARTS: 9:30 a.m. RETURNS: 3:15 p.m.
DEADLINE: Registration due by June 12
FEE: $6.50 per person (Bring a bag lunch or conces-
sion money)
ST. PAUL SAINTS BASEBALL GAME
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
Plan a fun afternoon watching our Saints play baseball out-
doors! Bring a bag lunch for tailgating before the game. Baseball
the way it was meant to be played!
AGES: 7-12 years old
DATE: Thursday, June 26
BUS PICK UP: WSP Ice Arena, 60 W. Emerson, WSP
DEPARTS: 10:30 a.m. RETURNS: 3:45 p.m.(approx.)
DEADLINE: Registration due by June 19
FEE: $10 per person (Bring a bag lunch)
BUNKER HILLS WAVE POOL
THURSDAY, JULY 10
Get ready to ride a wave as we venture off to the wave pool.
Waves are generated up to four feet high. Don't forget your swim
suit and towel. We recommend a tube rental for $2 (for a two
hour session), however, it is not required. We will be at the wave
pool for two sessions. This trip includes a box lunch, which
contains a hot dog, chips, cookie and a small pop. Surf s up!
AGES: 10 & up
DATE: July 10, 1997
BUS PICK UP: WSP Ice Arena, 60 W. Emerson, W. St. Paul
DEPARTS: 9:00 a.m. RETURNS: 3:15 p.m.
DEADLINE: Registration due by July 3
FEE: $11 per person (Box lunch included, money
for tube rental)
ELM CREEK PARK RESERVE
THURSDAY, JULY 17
We will travel to the outdoor setting of the Elm Creek Park
Reserve. We will be playing on the gigantic playground and
swimming at the beach. Join us for this nature experience.
AGES:
7-12 years old
DATE:
July 17, 1997
BUS PICK UP: WSP Ice Arena, 60 W. Emerson, W. St. Paul
DEPARTS:
9:30 a.m. RETURNS: 3:30 p.m.
DEADLINE:
Registration due by Thursday, July 10
FEE:
$5.50 per person (Bring a bag lunch)
MINNESOTA TWINS VS. KANSAS CITY
THURSDAY, JULY 24
Join us to watch our Twins in action. Game time is 12:15 p.m.
The trip fee includes a hot dog or popcorn and pop. Come along
to cheer the Twins on to victory!
AGES:
7-12 years old
DATE:
July 24, 1997
BUS PICK UP: WSP Ice Arena, 60 W. Emerson, W. St. Paul
DEPARTS:
9:45 a.m. RETURNS: 4:00 p.m. (approx.)
DEADLINE:
Registration due by Thursday, July 17
FEE:
$9.00 per person (includes lunch)
WILD WATERS PARK
THURSDAY, JULY 31
Get wet this summer with a trip to Wild Waters in Somerset,
Wisconsin! Our trip will include an unlimited pass for the three
super slides, 18 holes of mini -golf, lunch, and a visit to Water
Wars.
AGES:
7-12 years old
DATE:
Thursday, July 31
BUS PICK UP:
WSP Ice Arena, 60 W. Emerson, W. St. Paul
DEPARTS:
9:00 a.m. RETURNS: 3:15 p.m.
DEADLINE:
Registration due by Friday, July 24
FEE:
$15 per person (includes lunch)
WATCH FOR THE SUMMER HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHT"
WHERE WE WILL REVEAL THE MYSTERY OF THE
AUGUST ADVENTURE SUPER YOUTH TRIPS!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS AND RECREATION
Registration for programs may be made in person or by mail at the Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. All
registrations must be accompanied by program fee (checks made payable to the City of Mendota Heights).
Deadlines
Most activities have limited enrollment and registration deadlines, so please register as
soon as possible. Registrations will NOT be taken over the phone.
Non-resident Fee
Non-residents are welcome to participate in our programs, however, residents will receive
priority registration. There is a $5.00 non-resident fee per participant, per activity if
you live outside Mendota Heights. Please include the non-resident fee with regular
registration costs when enrolling.
Refund Policy
A $2.00 service fee will be charged for individual cancellations made prior to the start of
a program or its registration deadline. This service fee will also apply to registrations
taken after the deadline date, if enrollment allows, with the exception of being on a
participant waiting list. No refunds will be given after registration deadlines or the start
of an activity. Registration fees for programs canceled by the City will be fully refunded.
Confirmation
There will be no further confirmation
after registration. It is your responsibility
to be present on the date and time your
program begins. You will receive notifi-
cation if a program is filled, canceled, or
changed.
Participants With Disabilities
Participants with disabilities who are in
need of any special assistance or auxil-
iary aids should notify the Parks and
Recreation Department at the time of
registration to ensure that any need can
be met to fully participate and enjoy a
program or service..
REGISTRATION FORM - PLEASE PRINT
Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Office Use Only:
1101 Victoria Curve DateReceived: Receipt#:
Mendota Heights MN 55118
Check#: Cash:_ By:
Phone:452-1850
Parent/Guardian Name:
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Address:
City: Zip Code:
❑ Please check
for $5.00
Non -Resident Fee
Participant Name
Gender
Birthdate
Activity Name
Start
Time
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Liability dAccidents
I agree that all activities undertaken by me or my child as part of the program are undertaken by me or my child at my or his/her own risk and that the City of Mendota Heights shall not be liable for any claim,
demands, injuries, damages, actions, or causes of action whatsoever to myself or my child or my property or my child's property due to the passive or active negligence of the City of Mendota Heights, it's
agents, or employees arising out of or connected with my or my child's participation in or the use of operation of equipment in this program and that I expressly forever release and discharge the City of Mendota .
Heights, its agents, or employees from all such claims, demands, injuries, damages, actions or causes of action whatsoever. f
I understand that my signature is required before my or my child's participation in this program is allowed.
I have read this Agreement carefully and know and understand its contents.
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Signature Date
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Low Cost Financing Available
First Time Home Buyer?
New home buyers in Dakota County can
access low interest mortgages through the
Dakota County HRA First Time Home
Buyer Program. The program offers a
7.35%, thirty year fixed rate mortgage with
0 points. The mortgage may be VA, FHA or
conventionally insured. The maximum pur-
chase price is $112,560 for existing homes
and $115,000 for new construction. Mini-
mum down payments run from zero with a
VA loan to 5% with a conventional loan. To
be eligible, a family must be a first time home
buyer and have a gross household income
less than $57,300.
In addition, first time home buyers may
receive up to $3,000 for help with the down
payment and closing costs when they pur-
chase a home through the First Time Home
Buyer Program. The assistance is repaid
(with 0 interest) when the home is sold, when
the mortgage is refinanced, or at the end of
the 30 year mortgage term.
The HRA is also sponsoring monthly home
buyer training. This training walks prospec-
tive buyers through each step of the home
buying process, from finding the right home
to closing on a mortgage.
For more information, call 423-8160.
State Gymnastics Meet
Turners Gymnastics will be hosting the
1997 USA Gymnastics Boy's State Meet on
April 5 and 6. The meet will attract approxi-
mately 200 athletes, ages 6-18, from four-
teen gymnastics clubs throughout Minne-
sota.
Turner's Gymnastics, a non-profit organi-
zation, moved to Mendota Heights in the fall
of 1991. This is the first time Turners has
been awarded the state meet since its move
to Mendota Heights. The public is welcome
to attend the event for a small admission fee.
For additional information, contact
Turner's Gymnastics at 452-8064.
BOTBERED
by air noise? When
the noise becomes un-
bearable and disrupts
your family's life style,
the Metropolitan Air-
ports Commission
wants to hear from you.
The MAC Air Noise
Complaint Line can be reached at 726-9411.
If possible, when you call, please be pre-
pared to provide information on time, loca-
tion, direction and aircraft type.
Loans Available for Septic Systems
Loans are available form the Minnesota
Housing Finance Agency for homeowners to
repair or replace failing individual sewage
treatment systems.
These loans can be used to replace or up-
grade systems to reach compliance with cur-
rent codes and standards. You may be eligi-
ble for a loan if you are an owner -occupant
of a permanent, year-round residence and
meet certain household income limits.
For more information, contact the Minne-
sota Housing Finance Agency at 296-8215.
Low Interest Home Improvement Loans
The Dakota County HRA is offering below
market interest rate loans for income eligible
homeowners throughout Dakota County.
These loans are available to address basic
items such as roofs, furnaces, electrical,
plumbing and more. There is no waiting list.
Funds are limited, so apply now.
Contact Mark Hanson at 423-8175 for
more information.
1997
Ramp Meters On the
Horizon
No doubt you have encountered traffic me-
ters on entrance ramps to freeways in the
metro area. They will soon be a fixture in
Mendota Heights as well.
Mn/DOT has notified the city that PVC
conduit pipe is being delivered to its property
at T.H. 110 and Dodd Road. The pipe will be
stored at the site in anticipation of laying
fibre optic cable which will connect down-
town Minneapolis and downtown St. Paul
with Dakota County. The fiber optics will
serve closed circuit TV cameras being in-
stalled along I -35E. Traffic meters are to be
installed at the entrance ramps for north-
bound 1-3 5E at both T.H. 13 and T.H. 110.
The closed circuit TV's will tell Mn/DOT
the existing traffic conditions so that the
ramp meters can be synchronized to the traf-
fic.
The project will begin in April. Any work
that would disrupt traffic will be done during
evening hours.
Spring Clean-up, May 17
Take advantage of the annual city-wide spring clean-up day to clean out your garage G
storage areas, and tidy up your home and yard. This year's event will be held on Saturday,
May 17 at the Mendota Plaza Shopping Center. The activity is limited to cars, pick-up trucks
and small trailers carrying residential items only. No commercial debris will be accepted, no
yard waste or hazardous materials will be allowed. Proof of Mendota Heights residency will
be required.
Watch your mailbox in April for additional information on this event.
Appliance Collection Day
In conjunction with Spring Clean -Up Day, the city is sponsoring a special Appliance
Collection Day. Arrangements have been made with a contractor for residential appliance
pick-up service. Refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, furnaces and many other household
appliances will be picked up from your driveway on Monday, May 19. There will be a modest
fee for the service.
Further details will be mailed to all Mendota Heights residents in April.
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