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2018-04 Heights HighlightsMGV UO I'A HEIGHTS WEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS a small town feel in an urban setting APRIL 2018 Neil's News Summer Celebrations Comprehensive Plan Update New Developments Property Maintenance Spring Clean up and Tree Sale Recycling Opportunities Master Gardener Events Community Safety Parks and Recreation Adult Activities Par 3 page 2 2 3 4 5 7 6-7 8 10-11 12-14 15 Back Cover CALENDAR Severe Weather Awareness 4.9-13 Tree Sale Deadline 4.21 Shoe & Clothing Recycling Shredding Event 4.21-29 4.21 6.16 Spring Clean Up 5.3 Parks Celebration/5K 6.2 Fireworks Display 7.4 OPEN TO BUSINESS Through a partnership with the Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) and the Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD), the City of Mendota Heights is committed to assisting local small businesses with plan- ning, networking, financing options and many other services. This cooperative ef- fort includes an "Open to Business" con- sultant, who is available to offer consulting services. This service is free to any Men- dota Heights business or resident. The consultant is available for appointments, and can help plan and work through small business challenges, such as: • Accounting and record keeping • Business acquisition • Business start-up • Business plan development • Cash flow, financial and business analysis • Loan packaging ■ Networking • Operations ■ Strategic planning • Commercial real estate analysis In addition, "Open to Business" advisors can assist entrepreneurs in identifying bor- rowing needs and financing options. Di- rect financing and loans up to $25,000 are also available. "Open to Business" consul- tants are provided by the MCCD. TO BUSINESS For more information on the services of- fered or to schedule an appointment, please contact Laurie Crow, Business Advi- sor at 952.484.3107, email Icrow@mccdmn. org, or visit their website at www.opento- businessmn.org. You may also contact Mendota Heights Community Development Director Tim Benetti at 651.255.1142 or email timb@ mendota-heights.com for more informa- tion. 2018 City Budget Adopted In December, the City Council adopted a budget for 2018 with a total levy of approximately $8.591 million. This amount rep- resents an increase of approximately $601,000 over the previous year's budget, and amounts to a 7.52 percent increase. Major factors which were noted as contributing to the increase include: • The addition of two full-time Police Officer positions • One new Engineering Technician position • A new part-time (8 hours per week) Volunteer Coordinator • 16 hour per week Communications Coordinator • $100,000 for maintenance rock used in street sealing • A new tractor/loader for the Public Works Department Other major factors included City employee cost of living and insurance increases, and an increase to the Mendota Heights Fire Department pension fund. According to Dakota County, property values for residential properties in Mendota Heights increased by an average of 5.5% during the past year. Property owners were mailed parcel specific tax impacts in November. •moi. .fir° ›— NEIL'S News It's spring in Mendota Heights- -finally! Following my last column in the Heights Highlights, I heard from many of you that you were disappointed with the news that the annual Fourth of July Fireworks display was being discon- tinued for financial reasons. Well, you spoke... and we listened. Here is your chance to help. Mendakota Country Club has agreed to continue as the host site, and the City Council will fund the 2018 July 4th fireworks— in part—out of tax -dollars. However, Mendota Heights residents and busi- nesses will need to step up to the plate to help make this event a success. A goal of $14,000 has been set for the fireworks budget this year. Jay Taylor and others in our community have volunteered to take on the extra fundraising and fireworks coordination, so that the skies can light up once again over Mendota Heights on Independence Day. To contribute, go to www.gofundme.com/ mendota-heights-fireworks to pledge on - line. Or, you can do it the old-fashioned way, and write out a check to "Northern Lighters", which is the group coordinat- ing this effort. Send your checks to Men- dota Heights City Hall. The deadline is June 15, 2018. Lace up your running or walking shoes for the 13th annual Scott Patrick Memo- rial 5K. The event will be held Saturday, June 2nd. The 5K is to benefit the Min- nesota Special Olympics. I am pleased that in the years that we have been do- ing this, over $130,000 has been raised to help benefit this worthwhile cause. Reg- istration information is available on the City's website. That same day, June 2nd, the City will also celebrate its annual Parks Celebra- tion. Following the 5K, kids of all ages are invited to come to Mendakota Park to participate in contests, a dunk tank, petting zoo, and entertainment that is fun for the whole family. As you can see, this edition of the Heights Highlights is larger than usual, as it gives readers the opportunity to learn about all of the many recreational options that Mendota Heights has to offer. From an- other season at the family -friendly Par 3 golf course, to tennis and safety camps, there is something for everyone in our recreation offerings. The recreation options will be headed up this year by Meredith Lawrence. Many local tennis enthusiasts will know Mere- dith from her running the city's summer tennis camps for the past several years. The City hired her full time in Novem- ber, 2017, after Sloan Wallgren left the position of Recreation Coordinator with the City last year to take another job. Meredith is very enthusiastic, and will serve Mendota Heights well. And finally, don't forget to help our lo- cal Henry Sibley High School Marching Band in its fundraising efforts to send its members to Washington, D.C. to partici- pate in this year's National Independence Day Parade. The Sibley Marching Band is Minnesota's representative this year, but first must raise over $91,000 in order to get there. Please go on-line to pledge at henrysibleyband.org and help these young musicians participate in this once - in -a lifetime event. V0.4 Parks Celebration - June 2, 2018 Save the date for the City of Mendota Heights Parks Celebration on Saturday, June 2nd from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. This annual event brings the community together to reconnect with neighbors and celebrate the beauty of our city. � �; Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K 4` Walk/Run June 2, 2018 • Ft is not too early MEiy 's/C Offi- cer Scott Patricko g5KeWalk/Run to benefit Specialr for the 13th Annual Olymics. The event ll be held on r 5K Village of Mendot Heights. Registration is $25abefore June 2nd, r ��I $30 on the day of the event. Registration forms are available at the Men- dota Heights City Hall or online at www.mendota-heights.com. Awards will be given for the first three male and female winners in the fol- lowing age categories: 19 and under, 20-49 (Open Division) and 50 & over (Master Division). Awards ceremony and prize drawing will take place upon conclusion of the race near the finish line. 2 CITY (4 MENDOTAEIGHTS 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE The Comprehensive Plan is an official and formal document adopted by the City every 10 years, and contains the City's goals and policies as they relate to land use, housing, parks and open space, transportation, utili- ties, and other issues. The Comprehensive Plan provides a general future plan or guide for the community from 2020 to 2040. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan update is now underway, and the city has complet- ed three of the six phases outlined in the overall scope of this project. The end goal is to have the plan completed and submit- ted to the Metropolitan Council by the end of 2018. Last fall, the City of Mendota Heights host- ed three community workshops to engage residents about the comprehensive plan- ning process and get feedback about the vision and goals for the Plan. A number of interesting and varied comments from the community were provided back to city of- ficials for further consideration. Generally, these comments and priorities were identi- fied under seven key issues: • Development and redevelopment sites (opportunities) • Commercial/retail options (limited) • Character, natural feel, design (main- tain) • Impact of Vikings facility (Eagan) • Housing (general turnover; character, design) • Proximity to airport (business oppor- tunities, aircraft noise) • Infrastructure (aging, cost) The community engage- ment process also identified and ranked some of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats that affect the community, which are noted as: Strengths: • Low crime rate • Low taxes • Overall • Rural feel Weaknesses: • Financially constrained • Lack of commercial/retail offerings Opportunities: • Aging population — encourages younger groups to move here • Viking headquarters development (Eagan) • Selected redevelopment sites • Bourn Lane (city -owned) property — redevelopment site COMMERCIAL RETAIL OPTIONS AIRPORT CHARACTER, RURAL FEEL DESIGN VIKINGS FACILITY HOUSING DEVELOPMEIN INFRASTRUCTURE AND REDEVELOPMENT SITES Threats: • Development in adjoining cities (traffic) • Increased air traffic • Aging infrastructure • Age of housing stock mo i- ›, D Z C -oO m With the background information, vision, goals and community input in hand, the City will begin preparing drafts of alterna- tives for the Comp Plan elements for re- view by the Planning Commission. The City expects a full draft of the Plan by May 2018, for review at a community open house and public hearing in June 2018. Information and exact times and dates of the open house and public hearing meeting will be made available on the City's website at www.mendota-heights.com. If you have any questions on the proposed comprehensive plan, please call Commu- nity Development Director Tim Benetti at 651.255.1142 or email timb@mendota- heights.com. lai Dog Leash Law Just a reminder to all dog owners: Dogs are not per- mitted to be off leash in city parks or on walking/biking trails. Dogs are required to be under restraint at all times when off the owner's property. There is an exception to the leash requirement, which includes dogs within the fenced in area at the City's Off Leash Dog Area at the inter- section of Pilot Knob Road and Acacia Bou- levard. Sewer Rate Increase You will notice an increase in your sanitary sewer bill on your first quarter statement arriving in April 2018. The city council increased the base residential sanitary sewer rate by $10.10 (15%) per month at their February 20, 2018 meeting. The new rate was driven largely by increased charges billed by Metropolitan Coun- cil Environmental Services (MCES), and the rising costs of maintenance to the city's sewer system. The storm sewer utility fee also listed on quarterly residential utility bills was in- creased from $10.00 per quarter to $12.00 per quarter. The storm sewer utility fee finances improvements to the sewer system, as well as regulatory reporting and compliance activities. Please contact the Engineering Department at 651.452.1850 for additional information. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS :3 z w a New Developments in Mendota Heights OThe Reserve at Mendota Village J The Reserve at Mendota Village apartments, the new 139 unit market -rate apartment facility located in Mendota Plaza at High - Wway 110 and Dodd Road, is nearing completion and wrapping -up the exterior and interior finishes. The apartments are scheduled W for occupancy by summer 2018. The owners, At Homes Apart- ments, intend to host an Open House in the spring, when the pub- olic and interested residents may visit and inspect the facility prior to its official opening. For construction updates and leasing infor- mation contact At Home Apartments at 651.600.6236 or through their website at www.thereserveatmendotavillage.com. W Gemini Medical ZGemini Medical, the new 17,000 sf. medical office building, lo- cated at 2060 Dodd Road (directly behind the Walgreen's store in the Mendota Plaza center) is nearing completion and opening for business this spring. Gemini Medical is a partner of Arthrex ortho- pedic medical devices. The new building includes administration of- fices and sales, client hospitality and education, and areas dedicated to inventory, shipping and receiving. WoodSpring Suites Hotel The City approved a new hotel facility at 1380 Northland Drive (corner of Northland Drive/Pilot Knob Road/I-494). The new hotel is an extended stay WoodSpring Suites Hotel, a 122 -room, 4 -story building with over 48,000 sq. ft. of space. The project is slated to be- gin construction this spring, to be completed by late 2018/early 2019. Summer Road Construction 2018 will be a busy year for road construc- tion in Mendota Heights. Please be aware of these projects and plan your travel accordingly. Also, plan to slow down while driving through construction zones. This helps contractors complete the projects on time and will minimize risk to drivers and construction workers. City Projects: Contact the City Engineer- ing Department at 651.452.1850. Lexington Highlands: This an- ticipated project will consist of pavement replacement on Avanti Drive, Bwana Court, Faro Lane, Summit Lane, Twin Circle Drive, Vail Drive, and West Circle Court along with spot curb and storm sewer catch basin repairs and ADA improvements. The road construction proj- ects to be completed this summer will in- clude: Mendakota Drive and South Plaza Drive: This project will consist of pave- ment replacement on Mendakota Drive and South Plaza Drive; along with spot curb and storm sewer catch basin repairs and ADA improvements. Trail rehabilita- tion in Mendakota Park may be included with this project. County/State Projects: Highway 149 (Dodd Road) — The Minne- sota Department of Transportation will be rehabilitating Dodd Road. Road closures and signed detours are estimated to start mid-June. 4 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Do you need a Wetlands Permit? Our city is fortunate to have an abundance of water resources, with over 100+ storm - water ponds, three natural lakes, two rivers, and several streams and creeks. Among the many purposes of the Wetlands Systems Chapter of the City Code is to provide for protection, preservation, maintenance, and use of these valuable natural and recre- ational resources. The following activities require a Wetlands Permit if conducted within 100 feet of a wetland or water resource -related area (in- cluding lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams): ■ Deposit or removal of any debris, fill or any other material over one hundred (100) cubic yards. ■ Any excavation over one hundred (100) cubic yards. ■ Digging, dredging, filling, or in any other way altering or removing any material from water bodies, water- courses, wetlands, floodplain, or natu- ral drainage system. ■ Construction, alteration, or removal of any structure. ■ Removal of vegetation. ■ Altering of any embankment or pond- ing area or the changing of the flow of water or ponding capacity. ■ Permanently storing materials. ■ Disposing of waste materials, includ- ing, but not limited to, sewage, gar- bage, rubbish, and other discarded materials. ■ Installation and maintenance of essen- tial services. Before considering or performing any work within 100 feet of a wetland or water resource -related feature, please contact Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek at 651.255.1152, email ryanr@ mendota-heights.com; or contact Com- munity Development Director Tim Ben- etti at 651.255.1142, email timb@mendota- heights.com. Residential Property Maintenance Regulations The City's Community Development Department is responsible for code enforcement related to zoning, including residential and commercial/industrial property maintenance. In an effort to pro- mote awareness, educate residents on the standards, and to en- courage voluntary compliance, the following is a list of common violations: ■ Parked Vehicles: No more than four licensed, operable ve- hicles (including trailers) can be stored in the front yard of a single-family residential lot. In addition, all vehicles must be parked on a paved surface. ■ Garbage/Recycling Container Screening: Garbage and recy- cling containers must be stored inside a structure so they are not visible from the street or adjoining neighbors. They can be stored outside if they are fully screened by landscaping or fencing. ■ Building Maintenance: All dwellings, garages, and accessory structures must have complete siding and no exterior surface can have significant deterioration. ■ Construction and Landscaping Material Storage: All mate- rials must be used on the property within 30 days. ■ Junk Cars: Any motor vehicle which is not operable, or is dismantled, or used for parts or salvaging, for a period of 30 days, must be parked within a structure on private property. ■ Weed/Grass Height: Any growth of weeds, grass, or other vegetation over twelve inches is prohibited. Once notified of the Code standards, most residents in violation comply in a timely manner. For more information, contact Com- munity Development Director Tim Benetti at 651.255.1142 or email timb@mendota-heights.com. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS :5 D 0 0 z 0 m z w z z W W A FAMILY OF FOUR SPENDS $1500 A YEAR ON FOOD THEY DON'T EAT COOK IT, STORE IT. SHARE IT. SRVETHEF 000.0 OM 4. BE .TAURANT TOVERS I UP IN TRASH S MONTH I'LL TOSS >OUNDS ,'GOD IN TRASH S1.3 BILLION PER YEAR IS SPENT ON SENDING FOOD TO LANDFILLS Feed Your Family --Not Your Trash Can Wasting food not only wastes your hard-earned money, but wastes all the energy that went into producing it, the water to grow it, labor to harvest it, and gasoline to transport it from farm to grocery store. Below are some tips to help your household waste less food. Shop Smarter • Make a meal plan for the week, check your cupboards first before heading to the grocery store • Buy fruits and vegetables sold loose, only buy what you need Prep Now - Cook Later • Wash, chop, slice and store produce that will be used within a few days • Cook large batches of meat upfront and freeze in individual portions for later ■ Use online resources like Allrecipes. com to search for recipes by ingredi- ents on hand Partially funded by Dakota County and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. JOINT SHREDDING EVENTS For residents of Mendota Heights, West St. Paul, South St. Paul and Sunfish Lake Free. No limit. Saturday, April 21 9:00 am to 12:00 noon West St. Paul Sports Complex 1650 Oakdale Ave Please Remove: 3 -ring binders, spiral binders and binder clips. Please bring papers in paper grocery bags rather than boxes. Pioneer Secure Shred staff will collect and secure your docu- ments into a locking security container. L- IMP 1=i IN - Saturday, June 16 9:00 am to 12:00 noon South St. Paul High School 700 2 .St_N 4 = +' 1.ice Ay• Saturday, October 20 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Location: to be determined The documents will be t deposited directly into the shredding chamber without being touched by human hands. The shredded material is then "" §nt to a recycler. Nthiness material accepted. Partially funded by: Minne- sota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County 6 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS J Store Properly • Store food properly to ex- tend the shelf life • Visit savethefood.com for storage tips THANK YOU! For Not Using Me Plastic Bags Disposable plastic bags from grocery and retail stores are recyclable, but NOT in your curbside recycling cart. These bags wrap around machinery at the recycling center which must be cut out by hand. This includes the bag you might use to collect your recycling. Empty the recycling items into your recycling cart without the plastic bag, or use a paper bag. Bring clean plastic bags to your local grocery or retail store for recycling. For drop off locations, visit www. dakotacounty.us and search Green Guide, then type in "plastic bags." Partially funded by: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County = 1 1- 1 MD 1 1=-- 1 1 1 1=- 1 MI - 1 Spring Clean -Up Day 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Saturday, May 5th, 8:0o am -12:00 pm Mendakota Park, 2171 Dodd Road Every year, Mendota Heights residents divert tons of trash from going to the landfill on Spring Clean -Up Day. Don't miss this opportunity to clean up your home and yard and ensure that materials are disposed of properly. Limited to Mendota Heights, Lilydale, Mendota and Sunfish Lake residents only. Identification is required to verify your address. Acceptable Materials: MISCELLANEOUS JUNK $10 Car Load SUV Load Pickup Load Trailer (4x4x8) Mattresses/box springs Appliances Appliances w/Freon Tires with/without rim Scrap metals (remove all non-metal) Bicycles Unacceptable Materials: $20 $25 $35 $15 $10 $10 $10 Free Free 1 ELECTRONICS Small Appliance Microwave Lamps/Fans Scanner/Fax VCR/DVD Land Phone Inkjet Printer All in one printer LCD/Plasma TV* Flat Screen Monitor* Add $20 if broken screen Free $10 $5 $5 Free Free $5 $10 $10 $10 Yard waste, items that can be recycled at your curb, household hazardous waste, business waste, contractor or home remodeling debris. • 1 1 1 1=== 4 1 1 -----4-111r 4 1 1 Annual Tree Sale 1 1 The Recycling Zone Accepts Even More Dakota County is committed to mak- ing our community a clean, green place to live. We all know that proper waste disposal protects the environment and public health. That's why Dakota Coun- ty makes it easy to do the right thing by operating The Recycling Zone, a recy- cling destination for stuff that doesn't belong in the trash. Residents can bring in old electronics, hazardous household wastes and other items for free recy- cling. The Recycling Zone, 3365 Dodd Road, Eagan, is open all year long, four days a week. For a complete list of accepted items and drop-off hours, visit www.da- kotacounty.us and search The Recycling Zone, or call 651.905.4520. Partially funded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Dakota County Board of Commissioners. 1 1 1 1 1 1 ■ ■ 1 111 ■ ■ I 1 11 1 1 1 Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County is offering thirteen fine selections of trees, shrubs, roses, and vines. For the first time, we've got a columnar birch, a tree -form hydrangea, and a tasty red currant! Order for yourself, give a living gift to someone else, or donate to a park. Over twenty cities in the metropolitan area accept e donations through our tree sale. With the devastating effects of emerald ash borer taking a toll on our urban forest, your donation is very important. Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County le is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that has been promoting and protecting parks, trails, and open space for 32 years. Donations to parks are fully tax-deductible. The order deadline is April 21st. Pickup is May 6, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in either Maplewood or St. Paul. You choose the location when you order.lv Orders can be placed and donations to parks can be made online at friendsoftheparks.org/annual-tree-sale. For more information, contact Shirley Erstad at 612.703.9044. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 7 GREEN NEIGHBORHOCDS Treat Your Curb Like a Shoreline If you live along the shore of Rogers Lake (or Augusta Lake or Lemay Lake), it is probably obvious that water running off your property ends up in the lake. However, even if you live several blocks or miles off the lake, runoff from your property may drain to the lake through stormwater pipes under your street—essentially turning every curb into a shoreline. Stormwater systems are different from sanitary sewer systems in which water used inside your home is treated at a wastewater treatment plant before be- ing discharged to a waterbody. Outside your home, storm sewers collect rainwater and snowmelt leaving your property to convey them to waterbodies without treatment. Pollutants carried in that runoff include lawn fertilizers, nutrients from decaying grass clippings and leaves, pesticides, oil and gas from leaking cars, salt, sand and other deicers. In lakes, these pollutants result in poor water quality—affecting aesthetics and recreational enjoyment of the lake as well as fish, insects, birds, and their habitats. As you might guess, once a waterbody is degraded, it can be costly to cleanup. You can be part of the solution by using some easy practices at home: Sweep up grass clippings, fertilizer, leaves and extra sand and salt before they get into the storm drain Install a rain garden to capture runoff from your roof or driveway and let it soak into the ground Clean up after your pet Install a rain barrel to collect rainwater for use in gardens Keep your car in good repair to avoid fluid leaks Point your rainwater downspouts away from hard surfaces such as the driveway or sidewalks and di- rect them into your yard or garden. Learn more about rain gardens and pollinator gardens at free Landscaping for Clean Water workshops. Visit www.dakotaswcd. org/cleanwater.htmI for more information. Article used with permission from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Upcoming Educational & Volunteer Events with Master Gardeners Dakota County Master Gardeners and the City of Mendota Heights are sponsoring the following upcoming educational and volunteer events. June 2, 2018 Ask a Master Gardener Table: Get your gardening questions answered and learn more about sustainable landscap- ing and the city's Pollinator Friendly status at the Parks Celebration, Mendakota Park, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. May -June 2018 Mendota Heights Par 3 Rain Garden and Clubhouse Plant- ing: Learn from Master Gar- deners about how to plant for pollinators while volunteering to help the city rejuvenate and replant the Par 3 rain garden & clubhouse garden. Watch for updates on the planting dates. July -August 2018 Date to be determined: Tour the Mendota Heights City Hall Native Planting: Learn about the sustainable and pollinator friendly landscape at City Hall. Master Gardeners will teach you about the plants selected for the garden and how you can recreate a beautiful, low maintenance, eco -friendly gar- den at your home. October 2018 Date to be determined: Bust your Buckthorn: Learn the best way to rid your property of invasive buckthorn. Mas- ter Gardeners will teach you best practices, strategies, and great replacements for beauty & privacy while keeping the buckthorn at bay. To be held at Rogers Lake Park. s"OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS The Impact of Invasive Species in Mendota Heights Invasive species, whether plant or insect, can be found in Mendota Heights. Invasive species grow and reproduce rapidly caus- ing economic harm, environmental harm, or harm to human health. Invasive plants take over natural areas which limit our land use and our ability to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, hunting, and boating. Invasive species can alter ecosystems resulting in less food and habitat for birds, insects, and animals causing them to look elsewhere for food and habitat or to perish. Some invasive plants have toxic roots that do not allow other desirable plants and trees to grow. Others spread rapidly by dis- persing thousands of seeds. And, some are not palatable to animals and insects which allow the invasive species to take over due to the lack of natural predators. Invasive species can even bring pest and disease pathogens to humans. For exam- ple, ticks are more prevalent on some in- vasive plants, such as Barberry, than non- invasive plants. Pollen from some invasive plants increases the severity of respiratory allergies. Economic losses to communities are in- curred when they have to remedy the nega- tive impact of infestations such as those that affect water quality. Also, invasive spe- cies that have been left to spread create ad- ditional costs to cities to manage or remove those infestations. What can we do? We can help by removing invasive plants on our own properties and purchasing plants that are not invasive. At- tend upcoming educational events offered by Master Gardeners and the city of Men- dota Heights to learn more. Shoe and Clothing Recycling Dropoff Saturday, April 21st - Sunday, April 29th Any condition accepted. Good Condition Items z�« Reused - sold in thrift shops Bad condition items z"« Repurposed Clothes * Insulation & Rags Shoes Erosion Control tubes Mendota Heights City Hall - 1101 Victoria Curve Outdoor metal drop box Questions? Call or email Cassandra at 651.255.1123 cassandras@mendota-heights.com sOTIAl;The 2018 J° 1 ` h� i eworks are again being held—but Mendot Heights needs your help! Due to financial concerns, the Mendota Heights City Council had eliminated funding in the 2018 budget for this year's display. However, upon hearing that news in the last issue of the Heights Highlights, many Mendota Heights residents contact- ed the City, and asked how to keep the fire- works as part of the City's Independence Day tradition. In response, the City Council has agreed to partially fund the 2018 fireworks out of tax -dollars. However, Mendota Heights residents and businesses are being asked to also contribute to the fireworks fund. A goal of $14,000 has been set. Mendota Heights resident Jay Taylor and others in our community—the Northern Lighters -- have volunteered to take on the fundrais- ing efforts. They have established an on-line op- tion, which makes it easy to contribute. To pledge on-line, go to www.gofundme. com/mendota-heights-fireworks. Checks are also being accepted. Those should be made payable to "Northern Lighters'; and may be sent to or dropped off at Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118. The dead- line for fundraising is June 15, 2018. Contributions to the Northern Lighters are tax-deductible, as it is a 501(c)(3) orga- nization. If you have questions about that, check with your tax professional. The Mendakota Country Club has agreed to be the launching site for the display, and will provide cleanup and other support services for the event. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 9 Severe Weather Awareness Week Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week is April 9-13, 2018. Each year, Homeland Security and Emergency Management (a division of the MN De- partment of Public Safety), in collaboration with the National Weather Service and 16 state and local agencies, sponsors Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota. The week is designed to refresh, remind, and educate everyone about the seasonal threats from severe weather. It is also a time to practice your emergency plan and refresh your emergency preparedness kit. Statewide Tornado Drills The most important events during Severe Weather Awareness Week are the two annual statewide tornado drills. These drills are scheduled for Thursday, April 12, 2018 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Some counties may choose to opt out of the drills if actual severe weather is possible in the area. Outdoor warning sirens and NOAA Weather Radios will sound in a simulated tornado warning. The first drill is intended for institutions and businesses. The evening drill is intended for second shift workers and families. Why Severe Weather Awareness Week? According to the National Weather Service, Minnesota experiences an average of 40 tornadoes per year. In 2012, 37 twisters touched down. A record was set in 2010 with 104 tornadoes across the state. Understand- ing this threat and knowing what to do when a tornado is approaching can save lives. Each day of the week focuses on a different weather safety topic including Alerts and Warnings, Severe Weather, Lightning and Hail, Floods, Tornadoes and Extreme Heat. Take advantage of Severe Weather Awareness Week to review your family's emergeno cedures and prepare for weather related hazards. For more information on severe weather, milL go to J. •... . .. Text -To -911 Text -to -911 is now available throughout Minnesota. The service was deployed in December 2017. This can be the first con- tact option for individuals who are deaf, deaf/blind, hard of hearing, or those with speech impairments. Text -to -911 should only be used when a person cannot safely make a voice call, such as when someone must stay quiet to remain safe or if peer pressure is strong. Text -to -911 is a dis- creet way to report domestic violence, home invasions, human trafficking, and suicidal individuals. 1 HOW TO TEXT 911: 1. Enter the numbers 911 in the "To" field. 2. Text your exact location and type of emergency. 3. Send the message. 4. Promptly answer questions and fol- low instructions. Use simple words. Do not use abbre- viations, emoji's, pictures or slang (BRB, THX). Do not text and drive! Texting 911 with a false report is a crime. If you accidentally send a text to 911, send another text, or call 911 to let the dis- patcher know that there is no emergency. Volunteers Wanted: Police Reserve Officers The Mendota Heights Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Police Reserve Officer. Police Reserve Of- ficers are volunteers who assist the depart- ment by performing and participating in critical, non -enforcement duties including custody transports, vacation checks, secu- rity at crime scenes and special community events. Our Police Reserve volunteers often join us with diverse interests, which may include pursuing a law enforcement career or con- tributing to the security and safety services of residents. Reserve Officers are called to assist patrol and represent the city in a public safety capacity, day or night, at times with short notice, and are required to com- plete and maintain training requirements. Primary Qualifications & Require- ments: • Must be at least 18 years old • Be a US Citizen • Possess a high school diploma or GED • Have a Minnesota Driver's License • Must commit to 12 hours per month and 40 hours annually to cover special events • Live within a reasonable distance to respond to events and/or incident re- sponse. To apply, interested applicants must com- plete a City of Mendota Heights Employ- ment Application and the Supplemental Questions, which can be found on the city website under Employment. You can also pick up an employment application at City Hall. Questions about this position should be directed to Sergeant Peyton Fleming at 651.452.1366. DID YOU KNOW? Emergency response may be lengthened due to the time it takes for a text to be typed and sent. Delivery speed is not guaranteed. Dispatchers prefer phone calls so they can get cues from background noise and voice inflections. Be sure to text your exact ad- dress. There is also no language translation service for texts to 911. 10 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Fire Prevention and Safety Tips Smoking • If you smoke, smoke outside and extin- guish cigarettes in an ashtray filled with sand or water. • Do not discard cigarettes in potted plants, leaves, mulch or vegetation. • Do not smoke while on oxygen. Cooking • Never leave food cooking on the stovetop unattended; stay and look while you cook. • Keep items like oven mitts, aprons and paper towels 3 feet from heat sources in the kitchen. Heating • Keep space heaters three feet from any- thing combustible. • Do not leave space heaters unattended. Turn them off while you're sleeping. • Plug space heaters directly into the wall, not an extension cord or power strip. ■ Have your furnace and chimney in- spected annually. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms • Test your smoke and CO alarms month- ly; change the batteries yearly. • Fire doubles in size every minute; a smoke alarm can give you the time you need to escape. • Install smoke alarms in bedrooms, out- side sleeping areas and on every level of the home. • CO alarms should be installed within 10 feet of each sleeping room or inside each sleeping room. Family escape planning • Create a family escape plan and practice it twice a year with everyone in your home. Urban Coyotes - Living With Nature • Start by drawing a map of your home that shows two ways out of every room. Make sure those ways out are easy to open (make sure windows aren't painted shut, for example), and practice using different ones. If you have a multi-level home, consider putting an escape ladder near each window so you can get to the ground safely in an emer- gency. • Designate a meeting place out- side, such as a tree or utility pole. Information from MN Department of Public Safety, Fire Marshal Division website ri 0 c z -1 -< v)D -rim -< Residents of Mendota Heights are blessed to live in such a beautiful, natural area, but we share this area with coyotes, fox- es and other wild- life. While nature is indeed beauti- ful, it can also be a nuisance, especially when people consid- er coyotes. While it may seem to be a local issue, much of our conti- nent deals with similar coyote worries and nuisance issues. Although coyotes can be a threat to domes- tic pets, not to mention the veggies in your garden, they are not typically a threat to humans. Statistics from around the country show that people are far more likely to be bitten by a domestic dog than to be bitten by a coyote. The Humane Society has in- formation about coyotes on their website- www.animalhumanesociety.org/animals/coy- otes. Hazing is the most recommended method to scare off coyotes. Coyotes need to see you as a threat and not simply part of their environment. If you find yourself confront- ed by a coyote or if you spot one on your property: ■ Be scary and loud! Shout, wave your arms and make loud noises to typically frighten the animal away. • Use a noisemaker; take it with you as you walk your dog or head out on a jog. • Try banging noisy pans together or keep a metal can with coins or rocks in it handy so you can throw it. • Be persistent with your actions - con- trol your encounter and hold your ter- ritory - don't back down and don't be intimidated. Follow these best practices for your safety: • Do not leave pet food or garbage out- side. • Do not leave dogs or cats outside un- attended for long periods of time. • Call 9-1-1 to report any aggressive coyote behavior or if one appears to be sick or wounded. • For the safety of you, your dog and others, per City Code 5-3-3, your dog must be kept under restraint at all times, most specifically while you are walking or at the park. • Per City Code 5-1-1B, no citizen can dis- charge a firearm or a bow & arrow with- in the city limits. Per Code 5-4-3, trap- ping and hunting are also prohibited. Need more information? The Roseville, MN Police Department made a video, fea- turing Tim Hunter, Animal Control Officer with the Edina Police Department. You can find the video on the City of Roseville's website, located at www.cityofroseville. com/2814/Coyote-Clinic. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS :11 Skateboard Camp Ages 8-14: Have you ever dreamed of doing a kickflip, dropping on a ramp, or just cruising down the street? If so, then this is the camp for you. Staff from 3rd Lair are seasoned professionals and have been teaching the Twin Cit- ies how to skateboard since 1997. It is your turn to learn from the best. Whether it is your first day on board or you're an experienced rider looking to take it to the next level, we have you covered. Highly trained instructors teach proven techniques in a fun and supportive setting. All necessary equipment provided. Participants if you have your own equipment, please bring it. Session 1: June 11-13 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Session 2: July 9-11 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Session 3: August 6-8 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Rogers Lake Park Cost: $100 per camp O Basketball Camp Ages 6 - 12: Learn the rules of basketball while working on team play and sportsman- ship through skill development and small group games. The following skills will be taught: shooting, passing, dribbling, offense and defense. Register by June 10. June 18-21 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Saint Thomas Academy Cost: $79 per child Tiger Tots Golf Program This program features the basics of golf and golf etiquette, while focusing on loving the game of golf. Max. of 5 participants per class. Mondays; 9:00 - 9:45 am or 10:00 - 10:45 am Session #1: June 11, 18, 25 Session #2: July 9, 16, 23 Session #3: July 3o, August 6, 13 For ages: 4 - 6 Fee: $25 per child O Lacrosse Camp Ages 8 - 12: Learn the rules of lacrosse through non-contact/soft lacrosse while working on team play and sportsmanship through skill development and small group games. The following skills will be taught: catching, throwing, scooping, and cradling. Register by June 17. June 25-28 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Harmon Park, West Saint Paul Cost: $79 per child O Ultimate Frisbee Camp Ages 8 - 14: Learn the rules of ultimate Fris- bee while working on team play and sports- manship through skill development, drills, practices, and games. Register by July 8th. July 16-19 9:00 am -12:00 pm Location: Kensington South Park Cost: $79 per child O Flag Football Camp Ages 6 - 12: Learn the rules of flag football while working on team play and sportsman- ship through skill development and games. The following skills will be taught: passing, catching, kicking and strategies of offense and defense. Register by July 15. July 23-26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Kensington South Park Cost: $79 per child Junior Golf League Grow your game and play in a league this summer. Must know the game of golf and be able to play unsupervised. Children will play in groups of 4 children. Offered Wednesdays & Fridays 11:00 am -1:00 pm tee times Starts June 13 and ends August 15 (No programming the week of July 4) For ages: 6 -15 Fee: $110 to.t, O Cheer/Dance/Tumbling Camp Ages 5 - 10: Learn the motion/jump tech- nique and sideline/performance cheers and dance routines. The final day participants will perform a cheerleading program for family and friends. Register by July 15. July 23-26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Kensington South Park Cost: $79 per child O Disc Golf Camp Ages 8 - 14: Learn the rules of disc golf while working on team play and sports- manship through skill development and games. The following skills will be taught: types of discs, shots, grips, and strategies of disc golf. Discs provided during camp. Reg- ister by July 22. July 30 -Aug 2 9:00 am -12:00 pm Location: Garlough Park, West St. Paul Cost: $79 per child O Safety Camp 3rd & 4th graders in the fall. This experi- ence will last a lifetime. Camp leaders in- clude volunteers from local police and fire departments. Safety camp participants will learn about stranger safety, internet safety, fire safety, and practice personal defense. Thursday, we take a field trip to a water park to practice the water safety skills that we learned. (Includes lunch, snack & field trip) July 10, 11,12 8:00 am- 3:30 pm Location: Kaposia Park, South Saint Paul Cost: $43 Junior Golf Program Learn techniques and strategies from golf coaches, while gaining experience on the course. Camps will run Monday -Thursday from 1:00 — 3:00 pm. Sessions available: Week 1: June 11-14 Week 2: June 18-21 Week 3: June 25-28 Week 4: July 9-12 For ages: 6 -11 Fee: $75 per child Week 5: July 16-19 Week 6: July 23-26 Week 7: July 3o -August 2 Week 8: August 6-9 12 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Spring 2018 Registration Open Now! Register online at www.mendota-heights.com or in person at City Hall. Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby Bring your fishing pole and come on down to Rogers Lake fishing pier to catch "the big one!" Prizes and goodie bags will be provided for all participants. Parents and grandparents are welcome to assist or watch. We will be providing hotdogs, bev- erages and a cold treat. One lucky boy or girl will win a Minnesota Lifetime Fishing License. Open to children 14 and under. July 26; 5:00 - 7:00 pm Fee: $io per participant Summer Playhouse Put on your backpacks and get ready for adventure! The Summer Playhouse Crew would like you to join them as they move through their many adventures this summer. You surely won't want to miss the amazing places we will go to. Not to mention singing, dancing, science experi- ments, and a new segment called "Where in the World?" where we will discover fantastic facts about different countries and cultures from all over the world. Tuesdays,11:00 am, at Mendakota Park June 12, i9, 26, July i0,i7,24,3i This event is free to the public Puppet Wagon Join the Puppet Wagon at Market Square Park this summer. Preschoolers (and older kids too) and their parents will en- joy fun lessons and crafts. Each week will feature a new theme, puppet mail, and dancing. Mondays,11:45 am, at Market Square Park June 18 - August 13 (No shows the week of July 4th) This event is free to the public. *SUMMER r PLAYGROUND ? PROGRAM CA SZ) ZJJ m n 0 z Join us at Mendakota Park (rainy days at Mendota Heights Fire Hall) for some summer fun. Please bring sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, snack, hat, change of clothes, and a towel each day. Sign up for all weeks or just certain weeks. weeft D0Te ACTIVITY aGe 4-7 aGe 7-10 suPersize scaveNGer HUNT/ DeTeCTIVe wee JUNe 11, 12, 13, 15 Are you able to crack the Mendota Heights case? Join us for a week of fun scavenger hunts, footprint detective practice, maneu- vering a detective maze, and fingerprinting. Camp- ers will solve a mystery case in groups, while also mak- ing their own spy decoder, body silhouette, and finger- print identification card. 9:30 -11:30 am $40 per child 12:00 - 2:30 pm $5o per child Sign up for the optional field trip at Big Thrill Fac- tory for campers in 1st -7th grade (fall 2018) on Thurs- day, June 14. Add'I $25 per person. OLYMPICS welt JUNe 18, 19, 20, 22 Do you dream of being an Olympian? Join us for the Mendota Heights Olympic games including an open- ing and closing ceremony. Children will compete in different activities and Olympic Games through- out the week. Campers will leave with homemade Olympic game bracelets, medals, rings, and torches. 930 -11:30 am $4o per child 12:00 - 2:30 pm $5o per child Sign up for the optional field trip to the MN Twins Game for campers in 3rd - 7th grade (fall 2018) on Thursday, June 21st. This is an extra $25 per person. NINJ5 warrior weeK JUNe 25, 26, 27, 29 Is your child interested in learning skills to become the next Ninja Warrior? Join us for a daily obstacle course, caution tape maze, minute to win it games, and a twister challenge. Chil- dren will design their own bandana, sweatband, and make their very own nun - chucks and ninjas. 9:30 -11:30 am $40 per child 12:00 - 2:30 pm $5o per child Sign up for the optional field trip to Basecamp for campers in 1st -7th grade (fall 2018) on Thursday, June 28th. This is an extra $25 per person. waTer welt JULY 16, 17, 18, 20 There is nothing more fun than playing with water on a hot summer day. Join us for slip and slides, water balloon fights, water obsta- cle courses, and water lim- bo! Campers will make their own sponge balls and drip, drop, dunk machine. Come stay cool this summer and join us for some water fun. 9:30 - 11:30 am $40 per child 12:00 - 2:30 pm $5o per child Sign up for the optional field trip to Bunker Beach for campers in 3rd -7th grade (fall 2018) on Thurs- day, July 19. This is an extra $30 per person. Children must know how to swim. NaTUre CAMP JULY 23, 24, 25, 27 Learning to respect and love nature is an important part of growing up. Join us for chalk twister, nature javelin competitions, tug - o -war, potato sack races, balloon tosses, 3 legged races, nature crafts, and na- ture cooking projects. Our nature walks will be one to remember. 9:30 -11:30 am $40 per child 12:00 - 2:30 pm $5o per child Sign up for the optional Cliff Timm Fishing Derby on Thursday, July 26. Open to children 14 and under. This is an extra $lo per person. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS :13 June 14: Big Thrill Factory We will spend the morning at Big Thrill Factory in Minnetonka and enjoy the afternoon at Lake Minnetonka Regional Park play area. Please bring a bag lunch, beverage, and money (optional) to play extra games at Big Thrill Factory. Grades: ist - 7th (in the fall of 2018) Drop off at Mendota Heights City Hall 9:00 am Pick up at Mendota Heights City Hall 3:45 pm Fee: $25.00 per child June 21: MN Twins Game Come cheer on the Minnesota Twins as they battle the Boston Red Sox at Target Field. We will return roughly 30 minutes after the game finishes. Please bring a bag lunch and extra money for concessions (optional). Grades: 3rd - 7th (in the fall of 2018) Drop off at Mendota Heights City Hall 9:45 am Pick up at Mendota Heights City Hall 3o minutes after game finishes Fee: $25.00 per child Tennis in Mendota Heights Join us to learn the game of tennis and have fun improving your skills through drills, games and matches. This program runs from June 11 - July 26. (No tennis the week of July 4th.) Little's Tennis This is an introduction to tennis using Mini nets and junior tennis balls. Parents and chaperones are encouraged to stay. This program meets once a week. For ages: 4 - 6 Fee: $45 (6 sessions) Littles 1: 8:00-8:45 am Thursdays Littles 2: 8:50-9:35 am Thursdays Littles 3: 9:40-10:25 am Thursdays Littles 4:10:30-11:15 am Thursdays Littles 5:11:20 am -12:15 pm Thursdays Littles 6: 5:30-6:15 pm Mondays Littles 7: 6:30-7:15 pm Mondays Littles 8: 5:30-6:15 pm Wednesdays Littles 9: 6:30-7:15 pm Wednesdays Littles 10: 8:30-9:15 am Saturdays Littles 11: 9:20-10:05 am Saturdays Visitation School Visitation School Visitation School Visitation School Visitation School Valley Park Valley Park Valley Park Valley Park Valley Park Valley Park June 28: Basecamp Enjoy the day with team building activi- ties and games, indoor rock climbing, and archery practice at Basecamp in Saint Paul. Please bring a bag lunch and bever- age. Grades: ist - 7th (in the fall of 2018) Drop off at Mendota Heights City Hall 9:30 am Pick up at Mendota Heights City Hall 3:15 pm Fee: $25 per child Youth Tennis Lessons Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced play. Sign up all of your chil- dren for one session and we will divide children by age and ability. For ages: 7 -12 Lessons 1: 8:00-8:55 am Mon, Tues, Wed Visitation School Fee: $90 Lessons 2: 9:00-9:55 am Mon, Tues, Wed Visitation School Fee: $90 Lessons 3:10:00-10:55 am Mon, Tues, Wed Visitation School Fee: $90 Lessons 4:11:00-11:55 am Mon, Tues, Wed Visitation School Fee: $90 Lessons 5:10:15-11:15 am Saturday Valley Park Fee: $45 In House League Instructors will divide participants into singles and doubles play each day and will be on hand to keep the matches going. Instructors will provide coaching on serving, strokes, footwork and scoring. For ages: 10 and over 12:00-12:55 pm Mon, Tues, Wed Visitation School Fee: $loo USTA Tennis League This program is for youth looking to play at the highest level. Play- ers should be on Varsity or JV at their school or intend to be on their school team. There will be a 14 and under team and a 18 and under team. Matches will begin in June with the 14u team playing on Tuesdays and the 18u team playing on Thursdays. There will be 2-3 home matches and 2-3 away matches. Instructors will provide coaching and supervision for matches. Players must get their own rides to matches. For ages: 12 -18 1:00-2:3o pm Visitation School for practices Fee: $150 Players must have or purchase a USTA membership to compete. �4 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Registration is Open July 19: Bunker Beach Spend the day under the sun at Bunker Beach with waterslides, lazy river, and the wave pool. Wave pool tubes can be rented for $3 for 2 hours. Please bring a bag lunch, swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. Concessions available. Children must be able to swim. Grades: 3rd - 7th (in the fall of 2018) Drop off at Mendota Heights City Hall 9:15 am Pick up at Mendota Heights City Hall 4:30 pm Fee: $3o per child Adult Tennis Lessons Have fun, stay in shape and meet new friends while playing the lifelong sport of tennis in Mendota Heights. All classes are taught by USTA-trained instructors. 6-- and begin to Beginner - Classes for those who have little or no tennis experience. Learn the basic strokes rally. All participants will be given a new Wilson tennis racquet. Thursdays; June 14, 21, 28 and July 12,19,26 6:00 - 7:00 pm Friendly Hills Park Tennis Courts Fee: $75 Advanced Beginner Classes are for those who know the basic strokes and are working further on ball tracking, movement, and consisten- cy. Players are ready for introductory social match play. Thursdays; June 14, 21, 28 and July 12, 19, 26 7:00 - 8:00 pm Friendly Hills Park Tennis Courts Fee: $75 July 26: Valleyfair Spend the day with us on the Power Tower, Steel Venom, and North Star. We will also have access to Soak City waterpark. Please bring money to purchase lunch and snacks. Kids must be 48 inches tall to go on the rides. Grades: 4th and up (in the fall of 2018) Drop off at Mendota Heights City Hall 9:15 am Pick up at Mendota Heights City Hall 4:00 pm Fee: $35 per child Adult Softball League �,,-- Get your friends and family togeth- y�� ` 'lr er for summer softball in Mendota Heights. The season will start the week of April 23rd and run for ten weeks, with the week of July 4th off. (This is a D level league.) Leagues are sanc- tioned by MSF/NSF. Men's: Tuesdays/ Thursdays $700 per team Women's: Tuesdays $55o per team To register, complete the Softball Registra- tion form on the City's website, www.men- dota-heights.com. Family Kickball Tournament Mendota Heights is teaming up with TriDistrict Community Education to throw a community kickball lidirtournament. We invite commu- nity members to create teams of 8-15 people for a day of fun, food and friend- ship. Each team must have four children on their roster. Each registered participant will receive a meal on the day of the tour- nament. Only one person has to register at www.tridistrict.ce.eleyo.conn or by phone at 651.403.8313. Registration opens April 15, 2018. Sunday, June io at 12:3o pm Location: Mendakota Park Fee: $45 per team Dakota County in World War 1 World War I is unlike any other war the country, or world, had seen at the time. The technology was advancing quickly, which made it even deadlier for those directly involved. While the United States was not directly involved from the start, our country felt the repercus- sions, good or bad, of what was taking place in Europe. This pre- sentation will explore the history of World War I and what it was like to live in Dakota County at the time. Thursday April 5; 10:30 - 11:30 am Thompson Park Activity Center $5 per person Register online at www.tridistrict.ce.eleyo.com or call 651.403.3300. Guys and Dolls at Old Log Theatre v c 0 -o-o0 c z m Guys and Dolls tells the tale of Na- than Detroit, a guy who needs a venue for his "permanently established floating craps game." Things don't go as planned, and along the way, you are treated to some of the most memorable Broadway tunes, includ- ing Luck be a Lady, Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat, Sue Me, and A Bushel and a Peck. Food choices are braised boneless short rib, seared pork chop, dill roasted tilapia, or an- gel hair pasta with garden marinara. Wednesday, June 6th Depart TPAC 10:30 am Return 5:00 pm Fee: $77 includes transportation/lunch/play Register online at www.tridistrict.ce.eleyo. com or call 651.403.830 by May 8th. Check out our facebook page facebook.com/MHParksandRec HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS :15 HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS APRIL 2018 ISSUE: 112 City Directory Council Members: Neil Garlock, Mayor Ultan Duggan Joel Paper Liz Petschel Jay Miller 651.775.3850 651.452.5179 612.237.1133 651.454.3256 651.994.0482 Staff Members: City Hall 651.452.1850 Mark McNeill, City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson, Ass't. City Administrator Mike Andrejka, Building Official Tim Benetti, Community Development Dir. Dave Dreelan, Fire Chief Ryan Ruzek, Public Works Director Kristen Schabacker, Finance Director Lorri Smith, City Clerk Police Department Emergency 911 Police Administration 651.452.1366 Kelly McCarthy, Chief of Police Public Works Facility 651.454.4059 Terry Blum, Public Works Superintendent © Copyright 2018 City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8:00 am — 4:30 pm www.mendota-heights.com Follow Us Learn more about the City of Mendota Heights and keep updated with happenings by following the city online. Facebook.com/MendotaHeightsMN V Twitter.com/@mendota_heights fFacebook.com/MendotaHeightsPD Facebook.com/MHParksandRec City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 www.mendota-heights.com *****ECRWSS***** POSTAL CUSTOMER PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Permit #32324 Twin Cities, MN Student Representative Needed for the Parks and Recreation Commission The Parks and Recreation Commission is accepting applications for a student repre- sentative to serve in an advisory capacity. A student representative must be a Mendota Heights resident attending one of the three high schools located in the city, and prefer- ably be a sophomore or junior. The student representative will serve as a communica- tion link for ideas, observations, concerns, satisfactions and questions to the commis- sion. This one year term begins on June 1, 2018 and ends May 31, 2019. Applications accepted until April 30, 2018. Go to the city website at www.mendota-heights.com for more information Adult Golf Leagues Take some "me time" and stay fit at the Par 3 Golf Course. Sign up on your own or with a foursome for League Play. All levels of experience are welcome. You will have a standing tee time for the summer. Available league times can be seen on our website. Weeks of June 4 - August 20 (No League the week of July 4) nda Men's Leagu Tee times from 4:00 - 6:45 pm Fee: $121 per player Tuesday Morning Senior League Tee times from 8:00 -10:0o am Fee: $110 per player Wednesday Night Women's League Tee times from 4:00 - 6:45 pm Fee: $121 per player Mendota Heights Par 3 Head down to the Mendota Heights Par 3 Golf Course this spring, summer and fall. This 9 -hole golf course is a great place to grow your golf game. Beginning and ex- perienced golfers alike enjoy the forgiving layout and customer friendly at . • ere. $2.00 OFF ONE ROUND OF GOLF Use this coupon for $2 off your next 1I round of golf at the Mendota Heights Par 3. Valid through May 15, 2010 Coupon can only be used once.