2018-04-13 Friday NewsCity of Mendota Heights Weekly Update
Mendota Heights City Hall
1101 Victoria Curve
www.mendota-heights.com
(651) 452-1850
Hours: 8:00 am—4:30 pm
PUBLIC MEETING
DATES TO REMEMBER:
Tuesday, April 17
Council Closed Session—6:30 pm
City Council —7:00 pm
Tuesday, April 24
Planning Commission- Work
Session-Comp Plan - 5:00 pm
Planning Commission—7:00 pm
Tuesday, May 1
City Council —7:00 pm
Apr 13, 2018
Informational Meeting — Event Travel Demand Management Plan
April 16, 2018, 4:00 pm
The City of Eagan is hosting an informational meeting for area businesses and
residents on April 16th to discuss the Vikings Headquarters and Twin Cities Or-
thopedics Performance Center “Event Travel Demand Management Plan”. Of-
ficials from the City of Eagan will provide a brief presentation at the start of the
meeting and be available for questions following the presentation. The “Event
Travel Demand Management Plan” (ETDMP) provides varying levels of manag-
ing traffic based on the type of special events being hosted at the new perfor-
mance center.
The meeting is scheduled to take place at:
Trinity School/People of Praise Auditorium
601 River Ridge Parkway
Eagan, MN 55121
Free Shredding Event
Saturday, April 21
For residents of Mendota Heights
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.
Documents in paper bags preferred. NO BUSINESS MATERIAL ACCEPTED.
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Shoe and Clothing Recycling Drop Off
Saturday, April 21 through Sunday, April 29 Mendota Heights City Hall (metal outdoor drop box)
Recycle your shoes and clothing in any condition. Shoes and clothing in good con-
dition will be sold in thrift stores. Items that are in poor condition will be repurposed:
clothing will be turned into insulation and rags, shoes will be turned into erosion
control tubes. Get a jump on your Spring cleaning!
*Save the Date
Saturday, May 5
Spring Clean Up Day
8:00 am to 12 noon
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Golf Course Maintenance Worker-Lead
Responsible for the care and maintenance of the golf course turf and grounds as well as general cleanli-
ness and upkeep of the course including raking traps, mowing greens, tees, fairways and rough, hand
trimming, pulling weeds and picking up trash. Responsible for providing work direction to the Golf Course
Maintenance Worker staff.
Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age; valid Minnesota driver's license with good driving record; two
years experience in operation grounds-keeping equipment.
Hourly rate: $13.00 to $13.75 per hour, depending on qualifications
To learn more about these positions, visit www.mendota-heights.com/employment.
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Student Representative Opening
On the Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is accepting applications for a student representative 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, preferably a sophomore or junior. The student representative will
serve as a communication link for ideas, observations, concerns, satisfactions and questions to the com-
mission. This one year term begins on June 1, 2018, and ends on May 31, 2019.
If you, or someone you know is interested in serving, feel free to contact Assistant City Administrator
Cheryl Jacobson by calling 651-452-1850. Interested parties should submit a letter of interest and a cur-
rent resume to Cheryl Jacobson no later than April 30, 2018 at 4pm.
Register for the Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K Race
to Benefit Special Olympics
presented by Law Enforcement and Gateway Bank
When: Saturday, June 2, 2018, Race starts at 9:00 am
Where: The Village of Mendota Heights (intersection of Main Street & Market Street)
Awards for the first three male and female winners in the following 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.
Register at: https://mendotaheights.revtrak.net/Click-HERE-to-REGISTER-ONLINE/
You can also register at City Hall.
Apr 13, 2018
SPRING CLEAN-UP 2018
Saturday, May 5th, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Mendakota Park, 2171 Dodd Road
For more information:
Cassandra Schueller
Recycling Coordinator
651.552.4118
cschueller@wspmn.gov
Sponsored by the City of Mendota Heights, funded in part by Dakota County Board of
Commissioners and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Every year Mendota Heights residents divert
tons of trash from going to the landfill
thorough the spring clean up. Don’t miss this
opportunity to clean up your home/yard and
ensure that materials are disposed of properly.
Follow the signs on Mendakota Drive and
enter from the west side of the park.
ID with Mendota Heights address required.
Limited to Mendota Heights residents with
passenger vehicles and small trailers only.
We will accept:
Misc. junk
Car Load $10
SUV Load $20
Pickup Load $25
Trailer (4x4x8) $35
Mattresses/box springs $15
Appliances $10
Appliances w/Freon $10
Tires with/without rim $10
Scrap metals (remove all non-metal) Free
Bicycles Free
Electronics
Small Appliance Free
Microwave $10
Lamps/Fans $5
Scanner/Fax $5
VCR/DVD Free
Land Phone Free
Inkjet Printer $5
All in one printer $10
LCD/Plasma TV* $10
Flat Screen Monitor* $10
Add $20 if broken screen
Paper Shredding Event held at West St. Paul Sports Complex, 1650
Oakdale Ave, on April 21 (9:00-noon)
We will not accept:
Yard waste, items that can be recycled at your curb, household
hazardous waste, business waste, or contractor or home remodel-
ing debris
Dakota County Residents can bring hazard-
ous materials, including electronics,
to The Recycling Zone located at
3365 Dodd Road in Eagan ‐ (651) 905‐4520.
For a complete list of accepted items, visit
www.co.dakota.mn.us and search
The Recycling Zone
Hours:
Wednesday: 9:00 am—8:00 pm
Thursday: noon—8:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am—5:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am—5:00 pm
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The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
APRIL 13, 2018
CHIEF
Kelly McCarthy
SERGEANTS
Eric Petersen
Tanner Spicer
Peyton Fleming
POLICE OFFICERS
John Larrive
Todd Rosse
Chad Willson
Jeff VonFeldt
Denise Urmann
Philip McCarty
Weston Raberge
Peter Renteria
Cara Hogan
Tony Patton
Ryan Yauch
Tommy Albindia
INVESTIGATIONS
Nick Gorgos
SCHOOL RESOURCE
OFFICER
Steve Hilyar
COMMUNITY SERVICE
OFFICER
Eric Hagelee
SUPPORT STAFF
Kim Richter
Trista Miller
Shayna Hoechst
Becky Pentel
RESERVES
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
CHAPLAINS
Butch Millett
John Snider
Alberto Vargas
Lynn Liberman
Sue Plucker
Joel Detlefsen
Lenny Andrie
Police chaplains
Did you know that the City of West St. Paul and
the City of Mendota Heights has a Chaplain Program?
Who are they?
The City of West St. Paul began it’s Chaplain Program in 2003. Shortly thereafter,
Mendota Heights Police Department joined the program. Together, all of our
Chaplains serve to meet the needs of both police departments and residents.
The Chaplains are primarily ordained clergy who represent several different
religious denominations and include some who speak multiple languages,
including Spanish, Arabic and French. All of our Chaplains are volunteers who
service in addition to their regular responsibilities in congregation and other
full-time work. In addition to our on-call Chaplains, our Chaplains Corp includes
support Chaplains who are available on an as needed basis.
The Police Chaplains serve the Officers and citizens. Chaplains are called out for:
Sudden Expected Death
Suicide
Critical Police Incident
Chaplains serve as clergy in resident’s time of need and offer resources on the
next steps.
Training
Our Chaplains attend training through Regional, National, and International
Conference of Police Chaplains (ICPC) and Minnesota Emergency Service Chaplain
Association (MESCA). They also take part in many events the city hosts i.e.;
Citizens Police Academy, Annual Night To Unite, Halloween bonfire, WSP Days,
Officer Ride-Alongs and department open houses. They also send cards of
congratulations, thanks and prayers to officers.
THEY ARE HERE FOR YOU.
THANK YOU, CHAPLAINS!
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HARASSING COMMUNICATION — 6XX 1st Ave 04/07/18, 2030 HOURS
Officer spoke with female who was concerned about some threats made by her ex-boyfriend. Female was
advised that there was nothing criminal in nature at this time and was given other domestic related
resources.
THEFT — 9XX Hwy 13 04/09/18, 1918 HOURS
Officer responded to location on a theft report. Employees stated that multiple people entered the store,
stole multiples items and left without paying for them. Video was obtained and case is under investigation.
WARRANT ARREST — 35E/Hwy 110 04/09/18, 2346 HOURS
Routine plate check revealed registered owner had an active misdemeanor warrant. Stop was made and
the driver was confirmed as the registered owner. Party transported to Dakota County Jail.
DAMAGE TO PROPERTY — 1XXX Mendota Heights Rd 04/10/18, 0746 HOURS
Officer responded to business on a damage to property report. Employees at the business had damage
done to their vehicles. Video surveillance captured a suspect moving around one vehicle. Suspect
information was provided. Pending investigation.
LICENSE PLATE IMPOUND — Hwy 55/494 04/10/18, 1928 HOURS
Officer ran a random license plate query. The query returned that the license plates should have been
turned in for impoundment. The license plates were removed from the vehicle and the vehicle was towed.
MENTAL HEALTH — 2XXX Kressin Ave 04/11/18, 0657 HOURS
Officers responded to location on a disturbance. Upon arrival officers found a resident not making any
sense and stating she was the President of the United States. HealthEast responded and she was
transported to the hospital on a health and welfare hold.
THEFT — 2XXX Waters Drive 04/11/18, 1401 HOURS
Officer received a phone call about a theft of hand tools from a locked trailer. The theft happened
sometime within the past two weeks. There are no suspects, witnesses or any details on the missing
property. Estimated value of approximately $250.00.
THEFT — 1XXX Lilydale Rd 04/11/18, 1508 HOURS
Officers responded to location on a theft from vehicle report. They spoke with the owner who believed he
had locked his truck but could have pressed the unlock button instead. A computer and a cell phone were
taken. No suspects.
THEFT — 1XXX Victoria Court 04/12/18, 0645 HOURS
Officer was dispatched to call a party reference a theft from two vehicle. The owners stated that sometime
overnight their two unlocked vehicles were entered and items were stolen. There was no damage to the
vehicles and a pair of sunglasses and some loose change were taken. No suspects.
PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT — Delaware/Hwy 110 04/12/18, 0748 HOURS
Officers were dispatched to a property damage crash. Officers arrived and assisted drivers with exchanging
information. One of the parties was issued a citation for following too close.
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DOMESTIC ASSAULT — 1XXX Delaware Ave 04/12/18, 0930 HOURS
SRO responded to location on a domestic assault report. Student wanted to report an assault that had
occurred at his residence the evening prior. There were no visible injuries. Case referred to Dakota County
Social Services.
FRAUD — 5XX Annapolis St 04/12/18, 1438 HOURS
Officer took a fraud report from a party who fell victim to a scam regarding a fake loan. The companies
“Advance America” and “Lend Plus” called victim stating he was approved for a $5,000 loan. The victim
gave his personal information then shortly after realized it was a scam. He immediately closed his
accounts. There was no loss.
THEFT — 9XX Hwy 13 04/12/18, 1818 HOURS
Officer responded to location on a theft from vehicle report. Owner stated that when he returned to his
vehicle, he noticed his front passenger window broken out and his radar detector was stolen. No suspects.
THEFT — Sibley Memorial Hwy/D St 04/12/18, 1919 HOURS
Officer responded to location on a theft report. The back window of a vehicle was broken and a bike was
taken. The bike was entered into NCIC. No suspects.
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04/06 – 04/12 2018 YTD
Calls for Service 166 2,896
Citations 31 444
Warnings 33 418
Police Reports 30 286
Response Time Average 7.11 7.08
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1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
If you are a Mendota Heights resident and you are
going out of town or on vacation, you can notify
MHPD of your outing and we will be more than happy to
keep a watchful eye on your home while you are away.
The House Check Request online form is available on
our website; you can complete a form found in our
lobby, or simply give us a call and we’ll help you out.
MHPD offers Car Seat Safety Checks. If you or someone
you know is in need of some assistance in installing a
car seat the proper way or just simply need advice,
we’re here to help! Please contact MHPD CSO,
Eric Hagelee to schedule an appointment.
MHPD has a Medication Disposal Box in the lobby of the
PD where Dakota County residents can safely and
anonymously dispose of their prescription drugs and
over-the-counter medication.
Questions/Comments?
Email us at:
pdrecords@
mendota-heights.com
HAVE A SAFE WEEK!
OPEN UP THAT TRUNK AND
GET RID OF THE JUNK!
Mendota Heights
Spring Clean-up Day
is approaching!
Don’t miss this great
opportunity to clean up
your home/yard properly.
SATURDAY, MAY 5TH
8:00 AM — 12:00 PM
MENDAKOTA PARK
2171 DODD ROAD
ID with Mendota Heights
address is required.
Residents with passenger
vehicles and small trailers
only.
We will not accept: yard
waste, household hazard-
ous waste, business
waste, or contractor/
home remodeling debris.
For a full list of accepted
items and fees, CLICK HERE