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2019-Summer Heights HighlightsSUMMER 2019 Scott Patrick Memorial 5k 2 Murphy Community Service Award 3 EAB Discounted Treatment Program 3 Summer Road Work 3 Fire Station Remodel 4 Park and Trail Rules 4 Recycling: Back to the Basics 5 Master Gardeners 5 Valley Park Pollinator Project 5 Plant for Diversity 6 Adopt a Storm Drain 6 Park and Rec 7 Free Community Events back MENDOTA HEIGHTSHEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS a small town feel in an urban setting Introducing Polco – A New Resident Participation Tool The City is excited to announce the launch of a new civic engagement tool through Pol- co. Polco is a civic participation technology platform that enables residents to provide input to the City, by answering surveys and questions, at a time and place convenient for them. New survey topics and questions will be re- leased by City officials every few weeks for residents to answer. These questions may in- clude yes/no, multiple choice, and optional open comment answers. Some questions will be broad-based in nature, such as rating resi- dent satisfaction with City services and ame- nities. Other questions may be focused on a specific topic such as a proposed devel- opment, particular park amenity, neigh- borhood matter, or ordinance issue. Polco enables the City to effectively survey performance and programs, gain insights into public attitudes and opinions, seek com- munity input to uncover new ideas and so- lutions, and better understand personal per- spectives that may be more difficult to gain through public meetings or other forums. It also offers community transparency by providing summaries of aggregate respons- es. These summaries will be used by City staff, elected officials, commissions, and the community at large to assist with informed decision-making, action prioritization, and improvements. Polco provides a new participation channel and expands the City’s reach so more resi- dents can participate in local government. It meets users where they are, providing 24/7 access. Life is busy, and providing another way for residents, and those who work and play in Mendota Heights, to participate is of great value to managing and improving the City. Besides expanding reach, Polco is capable of compiling a large volume of quality data in a short amount of time and provides a more cost-effective way of delivering surveys ver- sus traditional telephone or mailing meth- ods. An added benefit is also the Polco veri- fication system, which ensures participants defined as residents are registered voters of Mendota Heights, and only one response per verified user is allowed. The first City of Mendota Heights questions have been posted to the City’s Polco site and are ready for resident feedback. Get started today! How do I get started? Residents are invited and encour- aged to participate in online surveys and questions, regardless of their current level of community engage- ment. Visit polco.us/mendotaheights to cre- ate your account and user id by entering your name, zip code and email address. With that information, Polco separately counts partici- pant input from registered voters in the area. Once an account is established users will re- ceive Polco notifications that new questions are available in their email, or on the app. Us- ers may opt-out of notifications at any time. What devices are compatible? Polco is available for iOS or Android app or via the City’s Polco website. Is the information I provide anonymous? Polco is committed to a strict privacy policy and individual user data and votes are never shared. The City only sees aggregate results and cannot see how individuals respond. All survey participants will remain anonymous. Optional commenting allows users to select how they are identified. New Summer Business Hours at City Hall To provide improved service, the City Council approved summer business hours at City Hall. These hours better accommodate resident and contractor needs for an earlier opening time during the busy summer season. The new hours went into effect Monday, April 29 and run through Friday, September 27. Please note that these hours do not affect MHPD or Public Works building hours. The lower level doors to the police area at City Hall will remain open 8:00am-4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday, for assistance with police-related business. City Hall Lobby Hours Monday thru Thursday 7:00am-4:30pm Friday 7:00am-11:30am MHPD Lobby Hours Monday thru Friday 8:00am-4:30pm 2 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Pictured taking the Oath of Office are Leif Vandersteen (left) and Eric Hagalee. NEIL’S News Summer is an exciting season in Mendota Heights, with weath- er that lends itself to enjoying the great outdoors and the many beautiful city parks, trails, and recreational opportunities to ex- plore. As we transition into another season, I’d like to acknowl- edge and thank the dedicated Public Works Department who worked tirelessly throughout the winter keeping the city operational with clear roadways and pathways, playable rinks and parks, and safe streets and neighborhoods. Their efforts are greatly appreciated. Leading many of the public works endeavors is Public Works Superin- tendent Terry Blum, who has provided excellent service to the City for 43 years and will be retiring on June 28. Terry started his career with the City in 1976, working primarily in the Parks division. He was promoted to Parks Lead in 1983 and then Public Works Superintendent in 2014. Terry has been instrumental in establishing and providing high-quality service to the Mendota Heights community. Terry’s knowledge is great and his talents are many, and he will be profoundly missed. The City is grateful for his tenure of service and wishes him a wonderful retirement. Additional staff transitions include the recent swearing-in of two Men- dota Heights Police Officers. Officer Eric Hagelee was hired as a Mendota Heights Community Service Officer in 2016, and promoted to a sworn officer in August of 2018. Officer Leif Vandersteen was hired in November of 2018 with previous service as a Minnesota State Trooper. Both officers took the ceremonial Oath of Office in March. Please join me in welcoming them to their new positions. And speaking of new, the remodeling and expansion of the Mendota Heights Fire Station is underway. Undeterred by bids returning at higher costs due to the current construction climate, efforts to close the project’s $1.14 million financial gap is progressing through negotiated reductions in the current contract components, the favorable bids which were re- ceived for the sale of General Obligation bonds to finance the project, and a bill being considered in the Minnesota Legislature to provide a refund to the City for sales taxes paid on supplies and materials used in the con-CITY HALLstruction. Additionally, proceeds from the anticipated sale of City-owned land parcels in the Village will be directed to go to the project as needed. On May 12, the City took proposals for the potential devel- opment of vacant lots at the Village. These three lots and an adjacent outlot are located on Dodd Road, adjacent to Maple and Linden Streets. The lots became the property of the City several years ago, following a tax-forfeiture. The development of these lots has been on the City’s list of goals for several years. After discussion as to what the City Council wanted to see at that location, a Request for Propos- als for development was posted, and notices soliciting inter- est were sent out to interested prospective developers. The responses to the proposal will be reviewed by the City Coun- cil; a determination will be made in the next few weeks as to the “best fit development” for that location, and for the Mendota Heights community at large. Here’s to wishing you a safe and happy summer! Neil Garlock, Mayor Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K Walk/Run  Saturday, June 1  Registration: 7-8:30am | 5K Start Time: 9am @ The Village at Mendota Heights intersection of Main Street & Market Square Support more than 8,200 athletes of Special Olympics of Minnesota by participating in the 5K. Proceeds benefit year-round sports training and competition for these talented athletes. Registration is $25 before 6pm on May 31, or $30 on the day of the event. Participants will receive a T-shirt and have an opportunity to compete for the top-three male and female finishers in age categories 19 and under, 20-49 Open Division, and 50+ Master Division. There will be an awards ceremony and prize drawing upon conclusion of the race. Register online: secure.rec1.com/MN/mendota-heights-mncatalog or in-person at City Hall. Registration forms are available on the City website and at the City Hall counter. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 3CITY HALLSummer Road Work The following road projects may impact your transportation routes this summer. For updated informa- tion on road projects, stay tuned to the City’s website and social media, visit the project websites as noted, or call/access MnDOT’s 24-hour 511 phone line/APP for informa- tion on road conditions, traffic in- cidents, commercial vehicle restric- tions and weather. Highway 149 (Dodd Road) Construction will continue on Dodd Road. The contractor is expecting this project to be complete by June 28, 2019. Remaining work includes Annapolis Street, Dodd Road north of Wentworth Avenue and the I-494 ramp and signals. The signals at Highway 62 and Dodd Road will also be replaced with this project. I-494 Construction work will continue on I-494 between Mendota Heights and South St. Paul. The work includes bridge deck resur- facing and joint replacement on the I-494 bridge decks over I-35E, repairing pave- ment between 3rd Avenue and the east side of the Minnesota River bridge, improving drainage, constructing ponds, and adding a turn lane and replacing signals at I-494 and Pilot Knob Road. There may be single lane or directional closures of I-494 over ap- proximately twelve weekends as crews com- plete the pavement resurfacing and drainage work. This work is in addition to the current project on I-494 at Concord St./Hwy 156. Visit: www.mndot.gov/metro/projects/i494in- vergroveheights. Mendota Heights Projects Mendota Heights is proposing to reconstruct Marie Avenue (from Dodd Road to 35E), Mager Court, South Lane, Spring Creek Circle, Wesley Court, and Wesley Lane. A closure of Marie Avenue is antici- pated with this project for repairs to the land bridge and replacement of the pedestrian underpass. Visit: mendota-heights.com/projects for de- tails. Garold “Jerry” Murphy Community Service Award Presented The annual Jerry Murphy Community Service Award was presented, in memo- riam, to the family of Mr. Bert McKasy on April 16. This award honors excellence in volunteerism, leadership, demonstrated compassion, city ambassadorship, and the ability to unite others for positive pur- pose within the local community. Mr. McKasy leaves a legacy of dedicated public service, serving three terms in the Minnesota House of Representatives, commissioner of the state Department of Commerce, vice chairman of the Metro- politan Airports Commission and chief of staff of former U.S. Senator Dave Du- renberger. Mr. McKasy graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Law, and served as the board chairman of Mairs & Power Mutual Funds, direc- tor of UCare, Lect Tec Corp., Northstar Ice Equipment Corp., and the American National Bank of Minnesota. His service extended beyond this list to many other charitable entities and organizations. As a forty-five-year resident of Mendota Heights, Mr. McKasy also volunteered on a local level, working with Jerry Mur- phy to establish and grow the Mendota Heights Community Criminal Appre- hension Fund (MCCAF), an organization dedicated to crime prevention through community and police partnerships. He was also one of the founding members of the Mendota Heights Foundation, which is in the final stages of its legal organiza- tion process. Once registered, The Men- dota Heights Foundation will be able to accept and make philanthropic donations which will benefit the Mendota Heights community. Mr. McKasy served with humility and a positive spirit, and was dedicated to vol- unteerism, his family and career. Photo: Carolyn McKasy and family receiving the award in honor of her late husband, Bert McKasy. Presenting the award on behalf of the Jerry Mur- phy Awards Committee is Marilyn Murphy. EAB Discounted Treatment Program The City has continued a partnership with Rainbow Treecare, through 2021, to offer Mendota Heights residential private-property owners discounted pricing on ash tree protection from the invasive and destructive Emerald Ash Borer. Last year, 265 trees on private property were treated through the program! Rainbow Treecare offers a free consultation with a tree care professional who will ex- amine/diagnose your ash tree, and recommend treatment or removal. Trees greater than 10” in diameter, showing canopy loss of 30% or less, are typically candidates for treatment. When trees are treated they receive insecticide injected into the trunk. While treatments are necessary every two years to be effective, an ash tree can be protected for 20 years for less than the cost to remove and replace it. To schedule a free consultation, call Rainbow Treecare at 952.767.6920, and visit rain- bowtreecare.com/emerald-ash-borer/city-partnerships/mendota-heights for details. 4 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS4 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTSCOMMUNITY SAFETYFire Station Remodel/Expansion Developments On February 21, the City opened bids for the remodeling of, and addition to the Mendota Heights Fire Station. The total amount of the bids came to approximately $6.8 mil- lion. That was $1.14 million more than had been estimated. In spite of the disappointing bids, at its March 5 meeting, the City Council chose to proceed with the project. Con- cerns were expressed by the City’s construction manage- ment company that rebidding in the current construction climate would not have produced any more favorable re- sults. Instead, the difference will be made up from negotiat- ed reductions in the current contract components; a trans- fer of funds from an existing capital account; and directing that the proceeds from the anticipated sale of City-owned land parcels in the Village go to the Fire Station project. The amount of General Obligation bonds to be sold to fund the majority of the project remained unchanged at $7 mil- lion. On March 19, the City Council called for the sale of $7.0 mil- lion in General Obligation Capital Improvements Bonds to fund the construction of the project. Bids were taken, and, at its April 16th meeting, the City Council directed that the bonds be sold to the firm of Piper Jaffrey of Minneapolis. The results of this bond sale were especially favorable to the City, and resulted in a further reduc- tion in the financing gap caused by the construction bids described above by about $500,000. The Council opted for a 15 year payback of the bonds, meaning that the owner of an average-valued property of $365,000 should expect to pay an additional $106.61 annually in property taxes for the fire station improvements. In an effort to further reduce costs, on March 20, Fire Chief Dave Dreelan and Mayor Neil Garlock testified before a House commit- tee of the Minnesota Legislature in support of a bill which would provide a refund to Mendota Heights for sales taxes paid on supplies and materials used in the construction of the Fire Station project. If the bill is signed into law, an estimated $186,000 could be refunded to the City. Work on the project began April 15, with clearing of the site, and utility relocation work. Park and Trail Etiquette & Laws Warmer weather invites citizens to get out and enjoy the many parks and trails available in Mendota Heights. Maintain- ing the beauty and cleanliness of these outdoor areas is a cooperative effort be- tween City employees and park and trail guests. Please review the following City Codes and criminal statutes for public parks, parkways, and public grounds to ensure a safe and pleasurable experience for all this summer. ƒParks are closed from 10pm to 6am unless a special city per- mit is obtained. ƒDamage to property, littering, inappropriate fires and dis- criminatory acts are prohibited under MN Statute and City Ordinance. Report any vandalism, littering or graffiti, or oth- er property damage or crimes against persons immediately by calling 911. ƒIndecent conduct, gambling and lewd behavior are prohib- ited. ƒGlass beverage containers and the sale of alcohol are prohib- ited. ƒAll forms of tobacco use including E-cigarettes and chewing tobacco are prohibited. While parks have had a tobacco-free policy since 2006, this policy was recently updated to include E-cigarettes and chewing tobacco. ƒDogs must be restrained at all times, in parks, on trails and throughout the city. If you want to let your dog run free, try the off-leash dog park off Acacia Drive. The park is open from 7am to 9pm. ƒTraffic and parking laws must be observed as they are on any public roadway or lot. Careful driving and speed, as well as appropriate parking within spaces and designated areas, is required. ƒVehicles are not allowed to drive or park on pathways. Violations of these ordinances are punishable as a misdemeanor crime; statutory violations can be more severe. As always, if you “see something, say something!” Suspicious cars, persons or ac- tivities should be reported immediately by calling 911. The Men- dota Heights Police Department is here to ensure public safety, 24/7, and looks forward to supporting the community’s recre- ational outdoor enjoyment throughout the summer. Ordinances Referenced: Title 8: Chapter 4 (8-4-1-7), Title 6: Chapter 2 (2-6-2-7), Ord. 539 Tobacco Policy Subscribe to Friday News/Just the Facts Stay connected with weekly city news delivered directly to your email inbox. Subscribe online at mendota-heights.com/publications. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 5LIVING GREENLet’s Get Back to Basics Recycling seems more complicated than ever — it’s time to get back to basics. Minnesotans are throwing away more than 285,000 tons of paper and 12,000 tons of aluminum cans each year — all of which have been recyclable for decades. Be a confident recycler by following these rules:  Recycle bottles, cans, and paper – keep them clean, dry and loose in your cart  Keep plastic bags, batteries, and things that can tangle out of your recycling cart  When in doubt, throw it out – no more hoping that an item is recyclable. If you don’t know, don’t recycle it. Use the online Green Guide to help know if an item is recyclable and where to take items that are not. Visit www.dakotacounty.us to look up items, search Green Guide. Partially funded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County. Master Gardeners in Mendota Heights The University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener volunteer pro- gram has more than 2,300 active members in the state and many live right here in Mendota Heights. Master Gardener Program priorities include: ƒTeaching current research-based horticulture principles and practices. ƒEducating on ways to help native bees and other insects thrive in home and community landscapes ƒPromoting invasive species management and native species conserva- tion. ƒPromoting water-wise gardening and landscaping practices to conserve water and minimize polluted runoff ƒTeaching ways to create resilient landscapes that can adapt to our changing climate Master Gardeners have collaborated with the City on several projects in- cluding classes on sustainable gardening and invasive plant management, and installation of a native pollinator garden at City Hall. Mendota Heights Master Gardeners will be at the Parks Celebration at Men- dakota Park on Saturday June 1, to answer gardening questions. Stop by to discuss pollinators, invasive plants, rain gardens and more. If you are not able to attend the Parks Celebration and have garden, lawn or tree-care questions, call the Yard and Garden Line at the Minnesota Land- scape Arboretum at 612.301.7590, email www.mg.umn.edu, or visit with Master Gardeners at the Eagan Farmers Market and other area farmers markets this summer. The City of Mendota Heights has partnered with Great River Greening and Xcel Energy, as well as the State of Minnesota through the Clean Water Land and Legacy Amendment, to restore and cre- ate nine acres of pollinator habitat in the Valley Park utility corridor in Mendota Heights. The proj- ect entails removing invasive species using mowing and herbicide treatments, and restoring the corri- dor into a high-quality pollinator habitat using native plant species. This project is part of the larger Metro Big Rivers Phase 8 plan, which focuses on protecting and improving habitats that are needed by Species in Greatest Conserva- tion Need (SGCN), and where they need them. Many of these bird and pollinator species in Minnesota are migra- tory, thus improving habitat along and adjacent to the cen- tral flyway of the three big rivers provides essential benefits to all wildlife species – especially during critical migratory periods. Watch for more details coming soon! For more information: ƒGreat River Greening: www.greatrivergreening.org ƒXcel Energy’s Pollinator Initiative: www.xcelenergy. com/pollinator ƒMetro Big Rivers Phase 8 Plan: www.lsohc.leg.mn/ FY2019/accomp_plans/5a.pdf Tire Collection Sat. June 8th - 9Am - Noon West St. PAul Public Works - 403 Marie Ave East, West St. Paul West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, South St. Paul, Sunfish Lake No Rims or tires from businesses accepted Drop off your tires WITHOUT RIMS at the Public Works building. Up to 8 tires of any size will be accepted from each household. No other items will be accepted at this collection. In partnership with the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District! Questions? Contact Cassandra at 651-552-4118 or cschueller@wspmn.gov Free Event Valley Park Pollinator Project 6 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS  Basswood (Linden) Tilia Americana  Bitternut Hickory Carya cordiformis  Black Cherry Prunus serotina  Black Walnut Juglans nigra  Buckeye Aesculus glabra  Bur Oak Quercus macrocarpa  Cathedral Elm Ulmus ‘Cathedral’ (Dutch elm resistant)  Ginkgo Ginkgo biloba  Hackberry Celtis occidentalis  Honeylocust Gleditsia triacanthos  Ironwood Ostrya virginiana  Japanese Tree Lilac Syringa reticulata  Kentucky Coffee Tree Gymnocladus dioicus  Pagoda Dogwood Cornus alternifolia  Princeton Elm Ulmus Americana ‘Princeton’ (Dutch elm resistant)  Shagbark Hickory Carya ovata  St. Croix American Elm Ulmus Americana ‘St. Croix’ (Dutch elm resistant)  Swamp White Oak Quercus bicolor  White Oak Quercus albaGREEN COMMUNITYTiger Tots Golf Ages: 4-6 Features the basics of golf and golf eti- quette, while focusing on loving the game. $25 Mondays: 9:00 & 10:00 am Junior Golf League Ages: 6-15 Grow your game and play in a league this summer. Must know the game of golf and be able to play unsupervised. No program- ming the week of July 4. $115 Wednesdays & Fridays Junior Golf Program Ages: 6-11 Learn techniques and strategies from golf coaches, while gaining experience on the course. $80 Monday-Thursday 12:00-2:00pm Adult Golf Leagues 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 times can be seen on the city website. No leagues the week of July 4. Monday Night Co-Ed Tee times from 5:00-6:45pm $130 per player May 27-August 12 Tuesday Morning Senior Co-Ed Tee times from 8:00-10:00am $100 per player May 28-August 13 Wednesday Afternoon/Evening Women’s Tee times from 3:00-6:45pm $130 per player May 29-August 14 Par 3 Coupon $3.00 off one round of golf: Use this coupon for $3 off your next round of golf at the Mendota Heights Par 3. Valid Through July 1, 2019. Coupon can only be used once. Mendota Heights Par 3Registration: mendota-heights.comPlanting for Diversity As the temperature begins to warm and the ground thaws, many of us head to the nearest nursery or garden center to find a new tree to add to our lawns and landscapes. This season, think about planting a tree that will add diversity to our landscape and tree canopy in Mendota Heights. In any healthy ecosystem, there is a variety of trees, shrubs, and plants that exist, providing habitat and food for a wide-range of wildlife. A diverse and wide variety of vegetation also ensures that a disturbance such as a disease, or an invasive pest like the Emerald Ash Borer that affects a single species, does not become a catastrophic event. Diversity is one of the largest defenses we have against pests and disease. While many Minnesotans love maples, they may have become too popular. It is esti- mated that Maples make up more than 20 percent of our landscape trees in the Metro Area. Maples are also a favorite of the Asian long-horned beetle; an exotic, invasive pest, which has thus far been contained to the eastern US, but has the potential to do as much damage as Dutch Elm Disease and Emerald Ash Borer if it finds its way to Minnesota. In order to promote diversity in our community forest, strive to plant no more than 5% of one type of tree in your landscape. Tree species to consider when choosing a new tree: Remember to plant the ‘Right Tree in the Right Place’ and follow proper tree planting and tree care practices! The following links provide information and tips for tree care and proper planting: www.fs.usda.gov/naspf/publications/tree-owners-manual-national-edition extension.umn.edu/forestry/tree-selection-and-care www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQ0Xo7cfMqs Everything that’s in the street, including leaves, grass clippings, sediment, oil, gas, and garbage all find their way to our lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands, often untreat- ed. While some of these items seem “natu- ral”, they are actually pollutants that can be harmful to animals, people, and aquatic life. Adopt-a-Drain is a new program avail- able to Mendota Heights residents, created by Hamline University and the Metro Wa- tershed Partners, enabling citizens to take action to improve local water quality. Vol- unteers can “adopt” a specific storm drain near their home and at least twice monthly sweep and clear the drain of sediment, leaves, trash, and other debris. Volunteers can track how much they are collecting us- ing the Adopt-a-Drain website, so cumula- tive impact can be tracked. Learn more & sign up: adopt-a-drain.org. TOUR DE REC PROGRAM Join us this summer for the City's traveling programs bringing recreation to neighbor- hood parks. Staff will set up activities and equipment for youth to enjoy for free. There will be games, sports, arts, crafts and more! Drop in, no registration required. Ages: 6-13 June 13: Wentworth Park (MH) 5:00-6:30pm Thursday June 24: Garlough Park (WSP) 1:30-3:00pm Monday July 16: Harmon Park (WSP) 11:30-1:00pm Tuesday July 24 : Southview Park (WSP) 1:00-3:00pm Wednesday *with WSP PD* July 30: Wentworth Park (MH)2:00-3:30pm Tuesday August 12: Harmon Park (WSP) 3:30-5:00pm Monday F R E E F R E E HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 7 FREE!PARKS & RECREATIONFREE Summer Workout Series at Mendakota Park Get outside and meet your neighbors for a fam- ily-friendly workout. Parks and Recreation has partnered with Anytime Fitness to offer a Free Summer Workout Series. Try one of these Team Training sessions, which is a large-group-style circuit training for all fitness levels. All ages and abilities welcome! Classes last 45 minutes to one hour. May 15 6:30pm June 12 6:30pm July 17 6:30pm August 14 6:30pm September 11 6:30pm Community Kickball Tournament Tridistrict Community Edu- cation-Family Programming is teaming up with the City of Mendota Heights to throw a Com- munity Kickball Tournament. We invite com- munity members to create teams of 8-15 peo- ple for a day of fun, food and friendship. Each team must have at least 4 children (17 years old or under) on their roster. Each registered participant will also receive a meal on the day of the tournament. Teams need one person. Register: tridistrict.ce.eleyo.com or by phone at 651.403.8313. June 9 $45 per team Concert & Movie Series at Mendakota Park May 31 Parks Celebration Movie Night 8:30pm Mary Poppins Returns June 19 Teddy Bear Band 6:45pm July 10 Shaw Brothers 7:00pm July 24 KidsDance 6:30pm August 8 Goombas 7:00pm September 7 Movie Night Movie TBD Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby Bring your fishing pole and come on down to Roger’s Lake fishing pier to catch “the big one!” Prizes will be provided for all partici- pants. Parents and grandparents are welcome to watch. We will be providing hotdogs and beverages. One lucky boy or girl will win a Minnesota Life- time Fishing Li- cense. Thursday, August 1 Ages: 14 & under $10 5pm-7pm Register: mendota-heights.com Bogey with the Red and Blue Join the Mendota Heights Police and Fire Departments for a recreational round of golf (9-holes). Meet and mingle with officers and firefighters who serve your neighborhood. Groups are welcome to register together, and groups/partici- pants without foursomes may be paired with others for play. Participants of all ages are welcome. Participants receive a T-shirt and light refreshments will be provided. Sunday, June 23 2pm Par 3 Golf Course Ages: All Price: $15 per participant Register: mendota-heights.com FREE COMMUNITY EVENTS PARKS CELEBRATION at Mendakota Park A free event sponsored by the City of Mendota Heights and local businesses/organizations. Friday Night  May 31  8:30pm Movie Night Kickoff in the Park – enjoy Mary Poppins Returns on the outdoor big screen. Bring a blanket and snacks, and enjoy the show under the stars! Saturday  June 1  11am-2pm Spend the day celebrating the beauty of community and parks with activities for kids and kids-at-heart. There will be free face painting, bounce houses, a petting zoo, rock- climbing wall, games, educational activities, sponsors’ booths to visit, and more!                      July 4 Fireworks: Thursday, July 4 at 10pm     Mendakota Country Club, 2075 Mendakota Drive          City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 www.mendota-heights.com HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS SUMMER 2019 ISSUE: 116 City Directory Council Members: Neil Garlock, Mayor 651.775.3850 Ultan Duggan 651.452.5179 Joel Paper 612.237.1133 Liz Petschel 651.454.3256 Jay Miller 651.994.0482 Staff Members: City Hall 651.452.1850 Mark McNeill, City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson, Asst. 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 2019 City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 City Hall Lobby Hours: April 29 - September 27 Mon. - Thurs.: 7:00 am – 4:30 pm Friday: 7:00 - 11:30 am MHPD Lobby Hours: Mon. - Fri.: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm www.mendota-heights.com Follow Us Facebook.com/MendotaHeightsMN Twitter.com/@mendota_heights Facebook.com/MendotaHeightsPD Facebook.com/MHParksandRec Twitter.com/@MHeightsPD