Issue 51 - Heights Highlights Spring 2000PAGE 1 February, 2000 ISSUE 51
Part 150 Study Update
In recent months, the City of Mendota
Heights has been participating with the Met-
ropolitan Aircraft Sound Abatement Coun-
cil (MASAC) and the Metropolitan Airports
Commission (MAC), with consultation
from 14NTB Corporation, to update the Part
150 Program at the Minneapolis -St. Paul
International Airport (MSP). The Federal
Aviation Regulation Part 150 program is a
federally approved sound mitigation and
sound abatement program that provides air-
port and aircraft noise mitigation measures
and policies at MSP.
The Metropolitan Aircraft Sound Abate-
ment Council (MASAC) is composed of
community and airline representatives.
SAC has been reviewing the Part 150
ly Update and providing input on the
following Part 150 topics:
• Validation of the noise contour
modeling software and methodol-
ogy used to forecast future noise
impacts.
• Airport and aircraft noise mitigation
measures and policies.
• Boundaries defining sound insula-
tion eligibility.
• Existing and proposed land use
measures and insulation packages.
• Insulation priorities for single-fam-
ily, multi -family, schools and day-
care facilities.
As part of the Part 150 Study Update, the
MAC is reevaluating the noise impacts
within the communities to account for in-
creased traffic operations at MSP. As a result
of this evaluation, the MAC is adding homes
to the current part 150 eligibility area and
anticipates beginning insulation of these
homes between 2002 and 2004.
Based on preliminary noise contour maps,
it does not appear that any additional homes
will be added to the area of eligibility in
Mendota Heights. MAC and HNTB have
ated that the noise contours, projected
_ne year 2005, will be shrinking in Men-
dota Heights due to the implementation of
the new North-South Runway, also known
as Runway 17/35, and to increasing utiliza-
tion of manufactured Stage III aircraft. Run-
way 17/35, expected to be operational in
2003, is projected to take up to 37% of all
departures at MSP in 2005. This shifts de-
parting traffic from the parallel runways,
also known as Runways 12Left and 12Right,
to the new runway 17/35. Currently, Run-
way 12Left handles approximately 26% of
all departures at MSP. In 2005, the runway
use percentage for 12L is expected to drop
to 8% of all departures, thereby decreasing
the number of over flights in Mendota
Heights from departing aircraft.
Noise Contour Boundaries
The Part 150 Study Update is working to
generate the Part 150 Noise Exposure Map
that will be submitted to the Federal Avia-
tion Administration (FAA) for approval.
Once the Part 150 noise contours are devel-
oped, boundaries outlining the extent of the
insulation area must be determined before
the FAA will grant approval to the program.
Property parcels wholly contained with the
boundaries are eligible for sound insulation.
Property parcels that are dissected by, or just
missed by, noise contours need to be evalu-
ated for inclusion within the boundaries for
the sound insulation program. The Metro-
politan Aircraft Sound Abatement Council
(MASAC), the airport communities, the
Metropolitan Airport Commission (MAC)
and the FAA will have input into these final
boundaries.
The existing sound insulation project in-
cluded 86 single family homes in Mendota
Heights and also included the insulation of
St. Thomas Academy and the Convent of
Visitation schools. The MAC, with FAA
approval, has implemented a contour bound-
ary definition scheme that assesses sound
insulation eligibility on a block, rather than
a parcel leveL The current program insulates
all homes on a given block that are contained
within or are touched by the 65 DNL con-
tour.
The Part 150 Study Update will once again
address the issue of contour boundary defi-
nition relative to the new 2005 contours.
Because the Part 150 Study Update proposes
that homes beyond the FAA recognized 65
DNL contour be insulated, MASAC and
MAC are working together to develop a
contour boundary acceptable to the FAA. If
the MAC and communities propose contour
boundaries that are too aggressive, the FAA
may disapprove the Part 150 Noise Expo-
sure Map, potentially delaying or even halt-
ing the MAC's ability to insulate homes
between the 2005 60 DNL contour and the
2005 65 DNL contour. MAC is planning to
continue to use the existing block inclusion
method with potential natural boundaries,
such as rivers, parks, etc.
MAC's proposed Noise Exposure Map
will be submitted to the FAA for approval.
Until FAA approval is obtained, MAC's
ability to determine any given home's eligi-
bility status is preliminary, at best.
Make A Call
Are you bothered by air noise?When
air noise becomes unbearable and dis-
rupts your family's lifestyle, the Metro-
politan Airports Commission wants to
know. Call the MAC air noise complaint
line at 726-9411. If possible, be prepared
to provide the MAC with information on
time, location, direction and aircraft
type.
In addition to the hot line, a noise com-
plaint may be filed on the Internet.
MASAC endorsed the development of
the aircraft noise complaint form to pro-
vide a convenient and user-friendly way
for residents to log aircraft noise com-
plaints via the Internet. The aircraft noise
complaint form is available at www.ma-
caysat.org/MASAC/complaint—form.
html.
PAGE 2 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES
Year 2000 Street Project
The City Council ordered the preparation of plans and specifications for the year 2000 street
improvement project for the Delaware Crossing, Ivy Falls, and Rogers Lake neighborhoods
based on the condition of the streets and the support shown from the street improvement
project poll that was conducted last year in these neighborhoods. Plans and specifications for
the street reconstruction project have been completed. Bids for the project were received at
the end of April. Construction began on May 9 and should be completed sometime in August.
Total reconstruction of streets is planned for streets without concrete curb and gutter and storm
sewer. Lake Drive, Kressin Avenue, Rogers Avenue, and segments of Swan Drive, from
Bluebill Drive to Lake Drive and Cheri Lane to Wagon Wheel Trail will be reconstructed to
include storm sewer where appropriate and concrete curb and gutter.
Streets that currently have concrete curb and gutter will be resurfaced with a simple mill
and bituminous overlay paving method or by a more intensive total bituminous surface
reclamation method if it is economically beneficial or appropriate to do so. Streets that will
be resurfaced in this manner are as follows. The Rogers Lake neighborhood includes Cheri
Lane, Bluebill Drive, and the segment of Swan Drive between Cheri Lane and Bluebill Drive.
The Delaware Crossing neighborhood includes Cheyenne Lane, Nashua Lane, Ocala Lane,
Ocala Court, Apache Lane, Apache Court and a segment of Decorah Lane from Huber Drive
to Pueblo Lane. The Ivy Falls area streets include Sylvandale Road, Ivy Falls Court,
Sylvandale Court, Sylvandale Court South, Laura Street, Laura Court, and the segments of
Emerson Avenue from Wachtler Avenue to Sylvandale Road, and Knollwood Lane from
Emerson Avenue to approximately 400 feet south.
The City plans to offer property owners in these neighborhoods the opportunity to replace
their private driveways at additional cost under the City's improvement contract. A gas main
replacement project to upgrade the NSP gas distribution system to meet current design
standards will occur prior or concurrently with this Year 2000 Street Project in areas of these
neighborhoods as well.
A project message line has been set up for residents. Please call for 651-255-1180 for brief
periodic updates to leave a message that does not require immediate attention.
The Future
There are other neighborhoods in Mendota Heights with streets in bad condition. Some of
the neighborhoods without concrete curb and gutter and storm sewer present some difficult
design constraints. The City has utilized some creative design elements on past projects by
shifting the street alignment or reducing street width where appropriate and feasible to
minimize adverse impacts to trees, landscaping, or other topographic features. If you think
your street is in need of rehabilitation or reconstruction, or you want additional information
regarding street improvements in your area, call Jim Danielson or Marc Mogan at 651-452-
1850 to discuss the possibilities with them.
2000
Sigm Up
Volunteers Needed
If you enjoy gardening and have a little
free time, the City could use your help. Vol-
unteers are being sought to plant and main
tain flowers around the city's entrance sign.
The sign is located at the southeast corner of
the intersection of T.H. 149 and Mendota
Heights Road. Plants will be provided by the
city.
If you are interested in volunteering, please
call Guy Kullander at City Hall, (651) 452-
1850.
Heights Highlites is a government ne-
letter distributed to inform residents
events and activities that affect Mendota
Heights. If you know any residents who are
not receiving the Heights Highlites, please
invite them to contact City Hall, 452-1850,
to be placed on the newsletter mailing list.
Mock Crash Reinforces "Don't Drink and Drive" Message
On the afternoon of April 12, Mendota Heights Police, Fire, State
Troopers and Health East paramedics responded to a head-on car
crash in the parking lot of Saint Thomas Academy. Witnesses to the
event included students of St. Thomas and Visitation Convent
School. Although two people died in the crash and four others were
injured, nobody was really transported to the hospital. The accident
did not actually take place, instead the students witnessed a recreation
of a tragic motor vehicle accident involving drinking and driving.
Actors within the vehicles wore make-up to simulate injuries. With
Mendota Heights Police Chief Scott Johnson narrating, emergency
personnel provided care as the Mendota Heights Fire Department
used the "Jaws of Life" to cut apart one car to rescue the driver. The
driver of the other vehicle was not injured but simulated signs of
being intoxicated and went through the alcohol and testing procedure
conducted by the State Patrol. As ambulances departed with those
simulating injuries, a local funeral home placed the deceased in the
back of the hearse. Students witnessing this unfold were provided
with a very realistic picture of the results of drinking and driving and
not wearing safety belts.
Students and staff of both schools, public safety personnel and
other volunteers spent over three months planning this event which
was timed to take place just before the prom season in conjunction
with the police department's Safe & Sober traffic education program.
The youth wave of the Safe & Sober program focuses upon educating
teenagers about the dangers of drinking and driving. According to
Mendota Heights Police Officer Neil Garlock, "If just one student is
discouraged from drinking and getting behind the wheel, then all the
effort that so many people put into this was well worthwhile."
Garlock stated, "this presentation could not have happened without
the generous support of the business community including Dakota
Bank, Somerset Country Club, Mendota VFW, Twin Cities Crema-
tions, Brown Institute and Southeast Towing.
A video was made of the mock crash. It will be used by p,
safety and school officials in the future education of young dr.
and will also be shown on NDC4.
PAGE 3 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES May, 2000
Thank You, Sixth Annual
Spring Clean Up Participants!
The sixth annual city-wide Spring Clean Up was held in the
south parking lot of Mendota Plaza on May 6, 2000. Residents
brought hard -to -dispose -of items such as mattresses, furniture,
tires, scrap metal, and home remodeling debris and paid a modest
fee for disposal. Volunteers from the City Council and city staff
were on hand to help residents unload their vehicles, counted 117.
On Monday, May 15, JR, s Appliances also picked up appliances
from residents' driveways. The City would like to thank the
following individuals for volunteering their time to help our
residents at Spring Clean -Up:
Mayor Charles E. Mertensotto
Cathy Ransom
Councilmember John Huber
Scott Johnson
Kevin Batchelder
Jim Danielson
Curt Wimpee'
Nancy Bauer
Mary Hapka
Guy Kullander
Judd Harper
Patrick Hollister
A sincere thank you also to the following businesses and
organizations for making Spring Clean Up possible:
Paster Enterprises
Mendota Heights Rubbish
Scrapbusters
Greenman Technologies
JR's Appliances
Dakota County Environmental Management
Office of Environmental Assistance
Most of all, the City would like to thank our residents for their
continued participation in Spring Clean Up!
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Please Check with City Hall
Now that the weather is warmer, you may be planning summer
projects, home and yard maintenance. Per-
drove -
mats are require or many ome p
f _ ment projects, including decks, porches,
fences and swimming pools. Before begin-
ning a project, please stop at City Hall to
a;v{ pick up informational materials on permit
o.
° requirements or call Paul Berg or Dick Gill,
:1 the city's Code Enforcement Officers, at
651-452-1850 to see if a permit is needed.
If you plan to landscape your yard, please
do not place bushes or landscape materials within the boulevard
areas. In the winter months, the boulevard area is used for the storage
of snow plowed from city streets. Anything planted or placed within
ten feet of the curb this summer or fall could be damaged in coming
winters. Since the city owns the boulevard area, there is no compen-
sation for damages.
Home Improvement and Energy
Loans Are Available
Low interest home improvement and home energy loans are
currently available through the Minnesota Environment and Energy
Resource Center. Rates for home improvement loans vary from 2%
to 8% APR depending on income and dependents. Loan amounts
from $500 to $25,000 are available. Loans over $5,000 and over are
secured by a mortgage on your home. There is an upper income
restriction of $51,000.
Home energy loans of from $1,000 to $8,000 are available for
eligible improvements including furnace replacement, new or re-
placement air conditioning, doors and windows. The annual interest
rate is 8%, and no security is required for loans under $5,000.
The loan rates are lower than most bank loans because they are
funded by the State of Minnesota. There are no closing costs for
loans under $5,000. For an application or additional information,
contact the Environment & Energy Resource Center, 651-227-7847.
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 season to protect surface water quality:
1. Use a low phosphorus fertilizer. The three large numbers on the side of the fertilizer 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 fertilizer 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
eves contain phosphorus which is released when they decompose.
,. Make sure soil stays in place on disturbed 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 5 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES May, 2000
FAMMY PERFORMANCES M 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 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 14, 7:00 p.m. - Mendakota Park Shelter
"The Teddy Bear Band"
The Teddy Bear Band inspires movement,
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imagination and fun for children, families and
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your bear. This upbeat musical show is tar-�
geted to a young audience, with opportunities
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for adults to join the fun. (BYOTB- Bring
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Your Own Teddy Bear.)
Wednesday, June 21, 7:00 p.m. - Rogers Lake Park Shelter
"LeRoy's River Minstrels"
Back by popular demand, LeRoy's River Minstrel's will take
you down memory lane with golden oldies you love and remem-
ber. 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, June 28,7:00 p.m. —Rogers Lake Park Shelter
"The Paul Heffron Music"
This father and son duo perform a variety of old time hits and
some modern music with a "Big Band"
77 sound. This performance is bound to bring
back many musical memories.
Wednesday, July 12, 7:15 p.m. — Mendakota Park Shelter
"Alphabets"
Alphabits is a local Mendota Heights duo that specializes in
songs and entertainment to make everyone feel good. This group
will be sure to get you in the mood for fun and enjoyment.
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 26 — August 4
1:30-2:00 Wentworth Park (Wentworth Avenue)
3:00-3:30 Friendly Hills Park (Pueblo Lane & Apache)
Friendly Hills Open Sandlot Summer
Program
Are your kids looking for a place to hang out this summer?
Stop by the Friendly Hills warming house and check out sporting
equipment. Kids will have a "ball" organizing their own games.
Dates and hours of the program: to be announced.Contact the
Parks and Recreation Department for more details.
Donations Welcome
Anyone wishing to donate sports equipment should contact the
Parks and Recreation Department at 452-1850.
Help Wanted
The Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Department is cur-
rently accepting applications for the position of summer equipment
person. This position will be approximately 20 hours per week,
Monday through Friday. Applications may be picked up at City Hall,
1101 Victoria Curve.
SKYHAWKS SPORTS PROGRAMS
All registrations for the Skyhawks programs will be accepted
at the City of Mendota Heights Parks & Rec. Department.
ROLLER HOCKEY CAMP — 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: Aug. 7-11 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
GOLF CAMP — Spend a week at golf camp. Children will be
instructed in the fundamentals of grip, stance, swing, ball con-
tact, 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: Aug. 14-18
Location: Thompson Oaks Golf Course (1555 Oakdale Ave.
West St. Paul)
Time: 9:00 am —Noon Ages: 7-14
Fees: $80.00 resident $85.00 non-resident
PAGE 6 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES Mav, 2000
SAFETY CAMP
Children entering the 3 d and 4d' grades in the fall of 2000 can sign
up now for Safety Camp 2000. 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 profes-
sionals whose jobs deal with personal and public safety.
Topics such as stranger safety, weather safety, drug awareness,
animal safety, home safety and first aid are 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 & 4t' grades in the fall of 2000.
DATES: August 8, 9, 10
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 last week of July.
GOLF LEAGUES & LESSONS
GOLF LEAGUES
There is still space available for the Junior and Women's Golf
Leagues at Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course.
Juniors Leagues will be played on Mondays, June 12 — August 14
with tee times beginning at 9:30 am and/or on Wednesdays, June 14
— August 16 with tee times beginning at 1:00 p.m. Junior League
players must have some golfing ability and some knowledge of golf
etiquette. Women Leagues will be played on Tuesdays, May 23 —
August 29 with tee times starting at 8:00 a.m.
GOLF LESSONS
Mendota Heights Par 3, in
cooperation with the city, is offering
group golf lessons. You will receive
three one-hour lessons covering golf
course etiquette, golf club grip, stance
and swing and correct putting tech-
niques. There will be one teaching
professional to every eight golfers,
(/
giving personalized on -course golf
instruction. You will also receive
two free rounds of golf. Cost: $55.00
Please register at city hall or call
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452-1850 for more information.
IN-LINE SKATING
In -Line Skating Lessons will be offered in Mendota Heights this
summer at Friendly Hills Park in the paved hockey rink area. The
fee for this one-hour class is $10.00. Participants will need to supply
their own roller blades and a helmet is required.
Date: Monday, June 19
Beginners: 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Intermediate: 7:15-8:15 p.m.
ENJOY OUR CITY PARKS AND TRAILS
We invite all residents to enjoy the parks and trails in Mendor
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 conflicting with the
rights of fellow park users and neighboring residents, we ask every-
one's cooperation in abiding by the posted park rules.
Park shelters and facilities are available for reservation on a first
come, first-served basis. Rental groups are responsible for the clean-
up of trash and debris in the area reserved for their activity. For
information on rental procedures and fees, please contact Recreation
Programmer Mary Hapka at 452-1850.
The 21 miles of city trails located adjacent to roadways or mean-
dering through the bounty of open space in the community offer an
excellent opportunity for exercise and relaxation. When walking or
bicycling along the trails, please remember that the trails were
designed for mixed use. When you ride your bike, please be cautions
and considerate, keeping your speed at a level that is safe for both
you and pedestrians. Walkers, please be alert for bicycles that may
be rounding a bend or coming over a hill.
City ordinances require all dogs in the city to be leashed. This
especially pertains to park property. Pet owners are permitted to have
their leashed pets in city parks and on city trails but they 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.
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MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS!
Mark your calendars today to join us on Saturday, June 3 as we
Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks! The celebration will be from
10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Activities will include:
• 10:00 am Kit & Kaboodle (family music entertainment)
• 11:00-11:30 am Boltz's Tae Kwon Do Demo
• 11:30- Noon Turner's Gymnastics Center
• Noon -1:00 pm Norm Barnhart Magician
• Fire Truck Rides from 10 am — 1 pm
• Mendota Heights Athletic Association
• Sibley Area Sting Soccer Shootout
• Ziggy's Deli & Ice Cream
• Walton's Hollow Petting Zoo
• Face painting by PROTEC environmental consultants.
• Drawings:
Two round-trip sun Country Airline Tickets
Bed and Breakfast Certificate for Courtyard by Marriott
This event is made possible by the generous support of residents
and community businesses. If you are interested in making a dona-
tion, volunteering or are a business or community group interested
in participating in next year's event, please contact Mary at 651452-
1850.
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Work Phone:
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Coyotes Sighted in Northern Dakota County
Coyotes have been seen in our area re-
cently. They can pose problems for residen-
tial areas unless residents take precautions.
Coyotes can eat almost anything, including
small animals, berries, cat and dog food and
garbage. Coyotes are naturally afraid of hu-
man beings, but can overcome this fear
through experience if they learn that humans
are a good source of shelter or food. Coyotes
also play a valuable role in the eco -system.
Many of the small animals that they eat are
nuisances to humans in their own right, such
as rodents. The more that humans in a com-
munity accommodate the coyotes, the bolder
the coyotes become. Residents are therefore
advised of the following.
Never provide food directly to a coyote.
Do not leave anything edible in your yard.
Make sure that your garbage can has a tight
fitting lid. Ideally, you should not even leave
your garbage out the night before pick-up,
but should put it out the same morning. Do
not leave dog or cat food sitting in dishes
outside for long periods of time. Any neigh-
borhood with a known coyote problem
should not even leave food in bird feeders.
The coyotes are not only attracted to the
birdseed itself, they are also smart enough to
know that the bird seed will attract other
animals that they also like to eat. If your
neighborhood has a known coyote problem,
you should not even leave your pets outside
unattended.
Do not provide sources of water for a coy-
ote to drink.
Do not provide shelter for a coyote. Coyo-
tes sometimes live under floorboards in stor-
age sheds or even doghouses. Trim shrub -
CITY DIRECTORY
Council Members:
454-339
Charles Mertensotto, Mayor
452-787
Michael Dwyer
450-072
John Huber
454-569
Sandra Krebsbach
457-433
Mary Jeanne Schneeman
454-326
Staff Members:
Kevin Batchelder,
452-185
City Administrator
452-185
Kathleen Swanson, City Clerk
452-185
James Danielson, Public
Works Director
452-136
Scott Johnson, Police Chief
454-326
John Maczko, Fire Chief
Code Enforcement Officers:
452-185
Paul Berg & Dick Gill
bery regularly.
Attacks on people are extremely rare, but
have been known to happen. Almost always
the attacks are caused by people who have
been feeding the coyotes.
If you see a coyote, try to scare it away
with loud noises, throwing rocks or spraying
it with a garden hose.
If a coyote bites you, seek medical atten-
tion immediately. Coyotes can sometimes
carry rabies.
City's Dog Ordinance
Amended
Dog owners must now keep their dogs on
a leash when on public property. In response
to complaints about dogs running at large in
city parks and on pedestrian pathways, the
City Council on April 4th amended City
Ordinance No. 1201. The definition of a dog
under restraint has been changed to mean
that a dog is under restraint when controlled
by a leash. Prior to this amendment, a dog
was considered under restraint when it an-
swered to the owner's voice command.
The new definition states: "A dog is under
restraint, within the meaning of this ordi-
nance, if it is controlled by a leash not ex-
ceeding six feet in length, or if it is within a
vehicle being driven or parked on the public
streets, or if it is within the property limits of
the owner's premises."
City of Mendota Heights
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, Mn. 55118
Townhouse Project to
Begin Soon
Public improvements are currently being
installed to serve the Augusta Shores town-
house development. Located in the southeast
comer of Highway 110 and Highway 55, this
forty-six unit development is being con-
structed within airport noise zones. The city
has taken steps to protect future Augusta
Shores residents from air noise by requiring
noise attenuation measures. Hoffman
Homes must construct the homes with mate-
rials and techniques that meet or exceed the
acoustic house protection required by the
city and current Metropolitan Council guide-
lines. Hoffman Homes has prepared and will
distribute airport information packets to pro-
spective homeowners to alert them that there
will be affects from air noise. Although the
townhomes will be located on the shores of
Lake Augusta, docks are prohibited. Motor-
ized boats are also prohibited from use on
Lake Augusta and all other lakes in the city.
Fireworks Planned!
Mendakota Country Club, in cooperation
with the city, plans to sponsor the sixth an-
nual fireworks display on the Fourth of July.
Watch your local newspapers for further in-
formation on parking and other details.
Weeds, Be Gone
The city's code enforcement staff is ac-
tively enforcing city ordinances regulating
weeds. Noxious weeds, grasses, and weeds
exceeding 12" tall must be cut unless an
exemption is issued by the city. Notices will
be sent to people who do not comply with
the ordinances. Violators will be given a
reasonable time to correct the problem. If
notices are ignored, the city will contract for
weed removal and bill the property owner.
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