2018-11-30 Friday NewsPublic Meeting Announcements
There will be a Planning Commission Workshop regarding the 2040 Comprehensive
Plan Update and latest revisions at 6:00 pm on Thursday, December 13. Revisions will
be available on the city website as soon as they become available.
There will be a Planning Commission Meeting at 7:00 pm on Thursday, December 20. DEC 20
Important Snow Reminders
When it snows 2” or more, or there is a high probability of a 2” or more snowfall, city
snowplows may go into action. To assist with the snow removal process and safety please
take a moment to review the following reminders. Failure to comply with snowfall and
general winter parking bans may result in a citation and/or towing. Learn more: https://
www.mendota-heights.com/streets. Thank you for helping to keep our community safe and
operational!
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November 30, 2018
from the City of Mendota Heights
Upcoming Public
Meeting Dates
Dec 4
City Council Meeting | 7:00 pm
Dec 11
Parks/Rec Comm Mtg | 6:30 pm
Dec 13
Planning Comm Workshop
2040 Comp Plan | 6:00 pm
Dec 18
City Council Meeting | 7:00 pm
Dec 20
Planning Comm Mtg | 7:00 pm
Dec 24
City Hall Closed (Public Works
Open)
Dec 25
City Hall & Public Works Closed
Mendota Heights City Hall
1101 Victoria Curve
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A Season of Giving
City Hall is collecting non-perishable food items for Neighbors Inc. throughout the holiday
season. Donations can be dropped into the collection bin located in the City Hall lobby.
Especially needed are shelf-stable: pancake mix, instant potatoes, white rice, pasta sauce,
canned meats, syrup, jelly, soup, shampoo, and deodorant.
The Mendota Heights Police Department is collecting unwrapped gifts for A Place of Hope
MN through December 12. Gifts for tweens/teens are especially needed. Collection bins
are located in the lobbies of City Hall and the Police Department.
Drop-off hours: M-F, 8:00 am-4:30 pm.
DEC
FRIDAY NEWS
Snowfall
Parking
Ban:
All vehicles must
be removed from
the street until
roads are plowed
curb-to-curb
General
Winter
Parking Ban:
No vehicle shall be
parked on any
public street from
2 am to 6 am,
Nov. 1-March 31
Snow Event
Reminders:
Place garbage cans/recycling carts
behind the curb line on service day
Homeowners must remove snow/ice
from public sidewalks within 24 hours
after deposit
Stay at least 75 feet (four car lengths)
behind snow removal/sanding
equipment when driving
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From
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Archives
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, utilities, 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.
Upcoming Meetings:
December 13 | 6:00 pm | Planning Commission Workshop
December 20 | 7:00 pm | Planning Commission Meeting
If you have any questions on the proposed comprehensive plan update or meetings,
please call Community Development Director Tim Benetti at 651.255.1142 or email
timb@mendota-heights.com.
Smart Salting for our Surface Waters
As we have already experienced, winter has arrived with a lot of cold, snow, and ice!
Keeping our roads, walkways, and other paved surfaces safe for drivers and
pedestrians during times of snow and ice are important. However, sometimes more
de-icing salt is used than what is necessary. This can be harmful to our surface waters;
including lakes, streams, rivers, and wetlands, and the fish and wildlife that depend on
them. Only ONE teaspoon of salt can permanently pollute FIVE GALLONS of water.
You can help to reduce over-salting and protect our surface waters by
doing the following: Do not over-apply! Use only 4 lbs. per 1,000 square feet.
Use salt only when it will be affective. More salt does not mean less ice! Typical deicing salt is only affective at 15 degrees
Fahrenheit and above.
Shovel! The sooner and more snow you remove, the less ice is formed, and the less salt is needed.
Choose a snow removal service that is certified by the MPCA in Level 1-Snow and Ice Control Best Practices.
Sweep up extra salt and reuse it!
For more information on how you can help: Use de-icing salt sparingly to protect Minnesota waters
Holiday Lights Recycling
Recycle your holiday lights, electrical,
appliance and phone cords from
November 15 through the end of
January 2019 courtesy of Pro Act.
Lights attached to wreaths, holly or
trees must be removed first. Bring
your string lights and cords to City
Hall and look for the collection bin in
the front lobby. Holiday lights are also
accepted year round at The Recycling
Zone in Eagan. Cord adapters, battery
packs, plastic rope lights and CFL
lights are not accepted. For more
information visit
www.dakotacounty.us search
Recyling Zone.
The City of Mendota Heights is Accepting
Seasonal Employment Applications
Skating Instructor, Warming House/Rink Attendants, and Rink Flooder
For information and application instructions, please visit:
https://www.mendota-heights.com/employment
Winter Break Fun!
Drkula's Bowling & Movie | Dec. 27 | 9:30-4 pm
Interactive bowling followed by the movie “Mary
Poppins Returns” at the AMC Theater.
Cost: $25 per child | Ages: 6-13
Big Thrill Factory & Swimming
Dec. 28 | 9:30-3:15 pm
Spend the morning at the ultimate entertainment venue
Big Thrill Factory in Oakdale followed by swimming at
Central Square Community Center.
Cost: $30 per child | Ages: 6-13
Flag Football Camp | Dec. 26 & 27
Learn the rules of flag football while working on team
play and sportsmanship through skill development and
games.
Cost: $45 per player | Ages 6-12
West Saint Paul Dome | 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Learn-to-Skate Youth Program | Jan. 5 - Feb. 2
A 5-week program offering Parent & Tot, Beginner 1,
Beginner 2, and Intermediate/Freestyle sessions.
Cost: $35 | Ages: 3 and up
* * WINTER REGISTRATION IS OPEN * *
Registration & additional info:
www.mendotaheights.revtrak.net
or register in person at City Hall
Parks & Recreation
Registration is Open!
Royal Ball | Feb. 10 | 3-5 pm
Register today for the 4th Annual Royal Ball!
There will be crafts, games, meet-and-greet with
real princes and princesses, a DJ, refreshments,
and dancing. Space fills quickly for this popular
event!
Cost: $20 per child Ages: 10 (4th grade) and under Concord Exchange Building, South Saint Paul
Register at: www.mendotaheights.revtrak.net or in person at City Hall.
Superhero Masquerade in Action
Thank you to Insight 7 for capturing our superheroes in
action at the November 11 event! View the story at:
https://vimeo.com/301635917.
Free Youth Event -
Play Hockey with the
MHPD!
Blade with the Blue | Feb. 2
Join the Mendota Heights Police
Department and Parks/Recreation for a
fun day of recreational hockey skills and
games. Participants will enjoy friendly
challenges in: fastest skater, passing,
shooting accuracy, and longest goal. After
the challenges, team up with police officers for 3-on-3 hockey games.
Children must provide their own equipment.
Friendly Hills Outdoor Skating Rink
1:00-2:30 pm 6-9 year olds
2:30-4:00 pm 10-13 year olds
Register at: www.mendotaheights.revtrak.net or in person at City Hall.
Free Family Event
Picture Perfect Movie Night | Feb. 9 | 6:30-8:30 pm
The City of Mendota Heights and TriDistrict Community Education
proudly present Picture Perfect - Family Movie Night! Bring some snacks
and a blanket and get ready to enjoy a family-friendly movie on the big
screen. Don't forget to check out MH Parks & Recreation’s Facebook page
to vote for the movie we'll be viewing. All children under the age of 15
years old must be accompanied by an adult. This is a FREE event. Preregis-
tration is not required, but greatly appreciated.
Location: Henry Sibley High School Auditorium
Register Online: www.tridistrict.ce.eleyo.com
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The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
NOVEMBER 30, 2018
CHIEF
Kelly McCarthy
CAPTAIN
Wayne Wegener
SERGEANTS
Eric Petersen
Tanner Spicer
Peyton Fleming
POLICE OFFICERS
John Larrive
Todd Rosse
Chad Willson
Jeff VonFeldt
Philip McCarty
Weston Raberge
Peter Renteria
Cara Hogan
Tony Patton
Ryan Yauch
Tommy Albindia
Eric Hagelee
INVESTIGATIONS
Nick Gorgos
SCHOOL RESOURCE
OFFICER
Steve Hilyar
COMMUNITY SERVICE
OFFICER
Coming soon!
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
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On average, a home burglary results in a dollar loss of about $1,600.
About 30% of burglaries are classified as “unlawful entry,” meaning the
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FRAUD ‐ 6XX 2ND AVE 11/23/18, 2131 HOURS
Dispatched to a fraud report at locaƟon. The reporƟng party stated that he has been giving money to a
female on match.com for the past two months. He then suspected it was a scam aŌer the female
requested $7,000 to be sent to her. Nothing further.
WARRANT ARREST ‐ SIBLEY MEMORIAL HWY/SYLVANDALE RD 11/24/18, 2308 HOURS
A traffic stop was conducted near the intersecƟon of Sibley Memorial Highway and Sylvandale Rd. The
driver was found to have a warrant for her arrest. The driver was taken into custody.
DRUG PARAPHERNALIA ‐ 1XXX WAGON WHEEL TR 11/25/18, 0015 HOURS
Officer witnessed a vehicle leaving a park that was closed on the 1000 block of Wagon Wheel. Officer
conducted a traffic stop and could smell the odor of burnt marijuana coming from the vehicle. Officer
found drug paraphernalia in vehicle and cited passenger of vehicle for violaƟon.
THEFT ‐ 2XXX EXECUTIVE DR 11/25/18, 0942 HOURS
Officer responded to construcƟon site on a report of metal theŌ. In speaking with the reporƟng party,
15‐20 pieces of stainless steel were missing. Photos and video were obtained from the building security
manager. Vehicle and suspect idenƟfied. Material was found, confiscated, and returned to the owner.
Charges pending.
BURGLARY ‐ 1XXX WALSH LN 11/28/18, 1513 HOURS
Officers responded to a burglary report at locaƟon. Homeowner’s daughter arrived to check on the home
and discovered forced entry. The home was last checked on 11/26. Unknown when the home was
entered. Under invesƟgaƟon.
BURGLARY ‐ 1XXX WALSH LN 11/28/18, 1513 HOURS
Squads responded to the 1800 block of Walsh Lane concerning a burglary report. While canvassing the
neighborhood, officers located a neighboring residence with forced entry also. The homeowners were
contacted and their son responded to the scene.
RECOVERED STOLEN VEHICLE– MENDOTA HEIGHTS RD/LAKE DR 11/29/2018, 0702 HOURS
While on rouƟne patrol, officer saw a parked vehicle missing the rear passenger Ɵre. Officer ran the plate
and vehicle came back stolen. Photos taken of the vehicle and towed.
IDENTITY THEFT—1XXX OVERLOOK RD 11/29/18, 1503 HOURS
Dispatched to contact a party by phone concerning an idenƟty theŌ. Party who resides on the 1000 block
of Overlook Rd had his personal informaƟon used to create an account. No monetary loss. No suspects,
case inacƟve.
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HAVE A SAFE WEEK!
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11/23 – 11/29 2018 YTD
Calls for Service 188 11,401
Police Reports 18 1053
Citations 17 1766
Warnings 61 2096
Response Time Average 5.24 8.73
Check out the MH Crime Map!
Click below to search your neighborhood:
https://www.raidsonline.com
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 Vacation/House Check Request online form is
available on our website; you can also complete a form
found in our lobby, or simply give us a call!
MHPD offers a Medication Disposal Box in the lobby of
the PD where Dakota County residents can safely &
anonymously dispose of their prescription drug
medication. This program is mainly meant to keep
narcotics off the streets and dispose of medications in
environmentally sound ways.
** No needles/sharps. Visit the Green Guide for tips.
** Please visit the Dakota County Recycling Zone for
helpful resources for all safe disposal solutions.
Car Seat Checks—TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
Please visit the MN DPS for more information. Questions/Comments?
Email us at:
pdrecords@
mendota-heights.com
Questions? Call our Non-Emergency Line @ 651.452.1366.
Need Public Safety Response? Call 911
MYTH: Your car needs to
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unlocked and unaƩended,
you are inviƟng someone to
steal it. If you have a remote
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