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2020-Spring Heights Highlights2020 Will be a Unique Year for Minnesota Voters SPRING 2020 Parks Celebration Sponsorship 2 Welcome New Commissioners 3 Community Service Award 3 Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Formed 3 Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K 3 City Issued Contractor Licenses 4 Census Workers Needed 4 Do Fence Us In 4 Solar Garden Savings Update 4 CDBG Program 5 Spring Clean-Up Day 6 Curbside Appliance Pickup Event 6 Earth & Arbor Day Events 7 Spring Tree Sale 7 Spring Cleaning for Surface Waters 7 Landscaping for Clean Water 8 Super Foods for Bumble Bees 8 Domestic Chickens 9 Recycling Troublemakers 9 Goats May Be Coming to the City 9 Fire Station Progress Update 10 MHPD = YOUR PD 10 Parks and Recreation 11 MENDOTA HEIGHTSHEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS a small town feel in an urban setting CALENDAR Summer Rec Registration Opens 3/2 Presidential Nomination Primary 3/3 Spring Tree Sale Begins 3/11 Paper Shred Event 4/18 Earth & Arbor Day Event 4/25 Spring Clean-Up Day 5/2 Touch-a-Truck 5/9 Curbside Appliance Pickup 5/11 Family Kickball Tournament 5/16 There will be three State Elections this year. The first election will be the Presidential Nomination Primary on March 3, 2020. For this election, the only race on the ballot will be U.S. President, and only the Democratic- Farmer-Labor and the Republican parties in Minnesota will participate. Each party will have their own ballot. What is placed or not placed on that ballot is the decision of each party's chair. A voter will be required to request only one party's ballot when they vote. A re- cord of which party's ballot is selected by the voter will be made available to the major political parties. Absentee Voting Absentee voting is available for voters 46 days prior to each election. There are two ways to do so: Absentee vote in person: Vote at the Mendota Heights City Hall or at any Dakota County Office during regular business hours. Absentee vote by mail: An application for an absentee ballot can be obtained at www.MnVotes.org. Remember, if voting by mail, your voted ballot must ar- rive by Election Day for the vote to count, so please allow enough time for postal delivery. City Hall will be open extended hours for absentee voting on: Saturday, February 29 10:00am-3:00pm Monday, March 2 7:00am-5:00pm Election Day Voting On Election Days, voting at the polling sites will take place from 7:00am to 8:00pm. Lo- cate your polling place on the map. If you are located in Precinct 1 or Precinct 3, please note that your polling location has changed. Each registered voter in Precincts 1 and 3 should have received a postcard via U.S. Mail notifying them of the location change. You can also visit www.MnVotes.org to find your voting location. If voters did not pre-register at least 20 days prior to the election, they can register or up- date their registration at their polling place on Election Day. Voters will need proof-of- residence to register. Visit www.MnVotes.org for more information 2020 Election Dates Presidential Nomina- tion Primary – March 3, 2020 State Primary – August 11, 2020 General Election – November 3, 2020 2 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Neil’s News First, I would like to acknowledge the passing of David Ol- mstead, a retired police officer who served for 29 years in Mendota Heights and who was recently laid to rest with military honors. Through his work he exemplified the high- est standards on the Mendota Heights Police Department. Thank you to his family for the many years you supported his dedicated service to this community; Dave will be greatly missed. I would also like to acknowledge and thank several recent public safety personnel for their service. Police Sergeant Eric Petersen has left the force after twenty years of service in the Mendota Heights Police Department. During his tenure, he filled many roles includ- ing field training officer, firearms instructor, and Drug Task Force member to name a few. Additionally, there are two recent firefighter retirements to recog- nize. John Boland served the Mendota Heights Fire Department for 21 years and retired from firefighting this past summer. John was promoted to public works superintendent in June of 2019, and con- tinues to serve the City in this capacity. John Mendez retired from firefighting this past fall after 14 years of service. Thanks to both of you for supporting this community with your many talents, and adding to our collective safety. Finally, congratulations to Recreation Program Coordinator Mer- edith Lawrence, who recently received the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association’s (MRPA) Young Professional and Student Network’s Meritorious Service Award. This award program annu- ally recognizes contributions by members for outstanding services performed through additional volunteer service on MRPA sections, committees, and networks. Construction on the $6.8 million fire station expansion and remod- eling project continues. The new addition is scheduled to be com- plete and ready for use the end of March, at which time work will begin on remodeling and bringing up to code the existing 1985-era structure. While the existing structure is being renovated, fire oper- ations will move into and serve from the new addition. Full project completion is anticipated this August. The Mendota Senior Housing project, a new mixed-use develop- ment consisting of a 48-unit, senior residential apartments and a 4,300 square foot sit-down style restaurant, was presented to the Planning Commission as a public hearing on January 28. This item was expected to be presented to the City Council for consideration in March. The City and developer (Grand Real Estate Advisors of St. Paul) have agreed to conclude the land development process, and real estate closing (sale) of the city-owned properties by March 31. I’m also pleased to share that the City Council has appointed six members to serve on the newly established Historic Pilot Knob Task Force: Al Singer, Autumn Hubbel, Christine Soutter, Dale Bachmeier, Juanita Espinosa, and Gail Lewellan. The mission of the Task Force is to pursue short and long-term goals for the preserva- tion of, and improvements to Historic Pilot Knob. And as spring approaches I hope you’re feeling a spring in your step, because registration is now open for the Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K benefitting Special Olympics of Minnesota on June 6. Last year’s event raised over $15,800 in donations and was a record- breaking year for participant prizes! Let’s continue the momentum for this year. Please visit the City website to register and start train- ing now for the big day! Neil Garlock, MayorCITY HALL(L-R): City Administrator Mark McNeill, Recreation Program Coordinator Meredith Lawrence, Assistant City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson. Parks Celebration Sponsorship is Open Calling all businesses and or- ganizations! The City is seeking sponsors for the Parks Celebration event taking place June 6. Sponsor- ships are a wonderful way to connect with the local community. Sponsors have the opportunity to host an activity, or simply make a donation to support this family-fun event. Donations are used to cover event expenses such as bounce houses, face painting, petting zoo, dunk tank, and inflatables. Please visit the city’s website for a sponsorship packet. The dead- line for sponsorship is May 1. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 3CITY NEWSCommunity Service Award Nominations Due March 13 Do you know an individual who exemplifies outstanding volunteer service to the local community? Nominations are being accepted through March 13 for the fourth annual Garold “Jerry” Murphy Community Service Award. This award is presented in April, during National Volunteer Week, to an individual who demonstrates enthusiasm, compassion, and leadership in their vol- unteer service to the cities of Mendota Heights, Mendota or Lilydale. Eligibility in- formation and nomination forms are available on the city’s website or may be picked up at City Hall during business hours. Northern Dakota County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Formed A Yellow Ribbon Community unites all areas within a community to create a comprehensive network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, resources and employers for the pur- pose of proactively supporting Service members, military families, and veterans. The Cities of Mendota Heights, Mendota and Lilydale recently merged with the West St. Paul Beyond the Yellow Ribbon to become the Northern Dakota County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. Mendota Heights' Mayor Neil Garlock, a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, is the new chair. By combining resources, the committee hopes to increase assistance across a larger geographical area. This assistance may range from helping with everyday needs while a family member is deployed, to assisting veterans with employment and more. Welcome New Commissioners At its meeting on January 21, the City Council appointed Amy Smith to fill an open seat on the Parks and Recreation Commission and Litton Field to fill an open seat on the Planning Commis- sion. Both commissioners will serve for a three- year term beginning in February. The City Council also reappointed Planning Commissioner John Mazzitello and Parks and Recreation Commissioner Bob Klepperich to sub- sequent three-year terms beginning in February. The City thanks retiring Parks and Recreation Commissioner David Miller and Planning Com- missioner Michael Noonan who have each served the maximum limit of three consecutive terms. Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K Walk/Run It’s time to register for the 15th Annual Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K Walk/Run to benefit Special Olympics. The event will be held on Saturday, June 6 at The Village of Mendota Heights. Registration is $25 before June 6, or $30 on the day of the event. Registration forms are available at City Hall or online at mendota-heights.com. Awards will be given 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. Retiring Planning Commissioner Michael Noonan Retiring Parks & Recreation Commissioner David Miller 4 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS4 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTSCITY NEWSCity Issued Contractor Licenses No Longer Required Building contractors are no longer required to be licensed by the City of Men- dota Heights. The State of Minnesota licenses some contractors to ensure a higher level of professionalism and consumer protection. Contractors that contract di- rectly with homeowners of residential real estate are required to have a Residential Building Contractor (RBC) license, including roofing contractors, plumbers, elec- tricians and mechanical contractors. The City will, however, continue inspection of all work. Who does not need a State RBC license? Contractors that provide only one “special skill” are not required to have a State license. The State maintains a list of these special skill categories. Examples of a “special skill” that does not require a State license are siding, finish carpentry, ce- ramic tile, decks and sheet rock. Additionally, the following are not required to have a State RBC license: commer- cial contractors, subcontractors who do not contract directly with the homeowner, employees of a licensed contractor, owners doing their own work on their own property in which they occupy, contractors who work on residential buildings with more than four units, material suppliers, architects and engineers doing work within the scope of their practice, and contractors with gross receipts less than $15,000 per year who have a certificate of exemption from the State. For the complete list go to www.dli.mn.gov/business/residential-contractors/who- needs-license. Census Workers Needed Minnesota needs 7,500 census workers this year. Are you interested in being one of them? The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring for a range of temporary, flexible jobs that make a difference in every commu- nity. The 2020 Census determines how more than a trillion dollars are spent locally for schools, roads, hospitals and much more. That means you could earn extra income while shaping your community’s future. Pay starts at $22 an hour in Dakota County. Learn more and ap- ply at 2020census.gov/jobs. Do Fence Us In The addition of a small dog area within the City’s off-leash dog park on Acacia Drive is ready for use. The small dog area is lim- ited to dogs under 35 pounds, and provides a safer and more relaxed visit for all. Visit the off-leash Dog Park at 1360 Acacia Bou- levard. Solar Garden Savings Update Since the installation of solar power arrays in December 2017 for outlying City build- ings, and in September 2018 at City Hall, the City has saved the equivalent of $6,247. This savings factors in the energy credits on power bills, which are offset by the lease payments for the solar panels, and reflects what had been anticipated for the initial years of return. Once the leases are paid off, savings will increase significantly since the electricity produced will be free. The remaining lease periods are 11 or 13 years, depending on the grant, and 16 years for the Fire Station addi- tion agreement. How to Report Mailbox Damage from Snowplows The City will repair or replace any properly installed mailbox, hit by a city plow, up to a $75 value for the post and $75 for the mailbox itself. If you incur damage, an online “Report a Mailbox” form is available to submit at www.Mendota-Heights.com/How Do I/Online Forms/ Report a Mailbox, or call City Hall at 651.452.1850. Repairs will be com- pleted as quickly as possible. If the post has been broken and the ground is frozen, city crews will do a temporary repair and install a new post when the ground is thawed. The city is not obligated to repair or replace mailboxes which are damaged by the weight of the snow, or damage resulting from improperly installed mailboxes. Search Mail- box Installation Guide on the website for details on properly installed mailboxes. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 5COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTThe Heights Apartments The second phase of The Heights Apartments, a new 64-unit, senior- preferred apartment building located at 2180 Highway 13, is approxi- mately 60% completed in construction, and is scheduled for completion in spring 2020. Mendota Senior Housing & Restaurant – The Village at Mendota Heights Grand Real Estate Advisors of St. Paul have submitted for official con- sideration a proposed mixed-use development plan for the city-owned vacant lots located in The Village at Mendota Heights. The proposed project includes 48 units of 55+ age-restricted housing, as well as a 4,300-sf. sit-down style restaurant. The 3-story apartment/restaurant facility will be built over a single story of underground parking, and will include a private community room, terrace, and fitness center for the residents. The estimated time to construct this project is 16 months with a projected to start date of May 2020. Additional schedule details will become available once a contractor is selected. For questions about either of these developments, please contact Com- munity Development Director Tim Benetti at (651) 255-1142 or email timb@mendota-heights.com. Subscribing to City News Just Got Easier – with More Choices The City is excited to offer a new email subscrip- tion service via GovDelivery for residents and community members to stay connected and in- formed. Through a pop-up overlay on the City’s website, users can subscribe to topics of interest, with the option to subscribe/unsubscribe by topic at any time. Additional benefits include enhanced security with subscriber-managed preferences, optional password-protected accounts, and responsive lay- outs for easy viewing and navigation on any de- vice. The service also provides the framework for expanded communication channels, such as text messaging notifications and social media integra- tions, at a later date. Additionally, through built- in metrics and reporting capabilities, the City will be able to better evaluate and improve communi- cation services for increased satisfaction. What if I’m already subscribed to receive Friday News/Just the Facts? You will automatically begin receiving news via the new service. No action is needed unless you’d like to sign up for additional offerings, establish an optional account with password, or make modifications. Subscribe to City news and/or manage your cur- rent subscription at mendota-heights.com. CDBG Program Helps Residents Fund Home Improvements/Repairs If you are a low- to moderate-income homeowner in need of home improvements or repairs, such as new windows or roofing, the Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) may be able to help. Da- kota County annually receives Community Develop- ment Block Grant (CDBG) and other funds from the federal government to assist homeowners. The Dako- ta County CDA administers these funds on behalf of Dakota County and participating cities to ensure all federal compliance requirements are met. The Federal program year runs July 1 through June 30. Mendota Heights is one of 12 Dakota County cities that receives direct CDBG allocations. For more information on the CDBG Program, please contact Maggie Dykes, Assist. Director of Community & Economic Development for Dakota County CDA at (651) 675-4464 or mdykes@ dakotacda.state.mn.us. 6 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Curbside Appliance Pickup Event Monday, May 11 8am-noon Reservations Required Call J.R.’s Advanced Recyclers between 4/1/20 – 5/8/20 651-454-9215 Accepted appliances • Air conditioners • Dehumidifiers • Dryers • Dishwashers • Furnaces • Humidifiers • Trash compactors • Washers • Water heaters • Refrigerators • Freezers • Stoves • Water softeners • Microwaves • Disposals COST: $25 first appliance $10 each additional appliance Appliances must be in a square (non-compacted) condition and not contain food, debris, or other foreign material which would prevent the recycler from proper removal of hazard- ous waste and/or refrigerants according to law. J.R. Advanced Recyclers reserves the right to refuse ANY appliance. Partially funded by: The Dakota County Board of Commissioners. Sponsored by: The City of Mendota Heights, J.R.’s Advanced Recy- clers and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Shred Event Shred and Recycle Confidential Material Shredding Process Pioneer SecureShred staff collects and secures material into a locking security container and transports it directly to the mobile shredding vehicle. The material is deposited directly into the shredding chamber without being touched by human hands. The shredded material is then sent to a recycler! Please remove 3-ring binders, sprial binders and binder clips. April 18th 9am - Noon WSP Sports Complex1650 Oakdale AveWest St. Paul, MN 55118 Residents of West St. Paul, South St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Sunfish Lake & Lilydale are Welcome! What to Shred • Credit Card Offers • Receipts • Check Stubs • Old Bills • Banking and Loan Information • Medical Records • Tax Records • Investment Records • Social Security Numbers • Internal Correspondence Please bring papers in paper grocery bags rather than boxes. FREE NO LIMIT! We’ll have 3 trucks to red u c e wait times! Partially funded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County.CLEAN COMMUNITYSpring Clean-Up Day Saturday, May 2 8:00am-noon Mendakota Park Important Changes to Materials Accepted This year’s event will accept: ƒMiscellaneous junk/trash items (broken furniture, toys, etc.) ƒCar load $6, SUV/Mini Van load $10, Pickup load $14, Trailer (4x4x8) $25 ƒMattresses/box springs $5 each ƒScrap metal (free) ƒBicycles (free) Follow the signs on Mendakota Drive and enter from the west side of the park. Identification is required and the event is lim- ited to Mendota Heights, Lilydale, Mendota and Sunfish Lake residents only. Payment by cash or check only. NEW THIS YEAR – electronics, tires, and appliances will NOT be accepted, as well as yard waste, items that can be recycled curbside, household hazardous waste, business waste, or contractor/home remodel- ing debris. Please environmentally dispose of these as follows: Electronics/small household appliances: The Recycling Zone, 3365 Dodd Road in Eagan, 651.905.4520, visit www.co.dakota.mn.us search Recycling Zone for hours and details Tires: Watch for a FREE City-hosted tire collection event on July 12 Questions/more info: Recycling Coordinator Cassandra Schueller, 651.255.1347, cassandras@mendota-heights.com Sponsored by the City of Mendota Heights, Lilydale, Mendota and Sunfish Lake, funded in part by Dakota County and the Min- nesota Pollution Control Agency FREE Earth & Arbor Day Events Saturday, April 25 Watch for details on the City’s website and social media. Educational Booths and Activities City Hall Lobby: 10am – 12pm World of Wildlife – Minnesota Zoomobile Program City Hall Council Chambers: 11am – 11:45am Volunteer Tree Planting Hagstrom-King Park: 1pm Register for tree planting under Volunteer Opportunities at secure.rec1.com/MN/mendota-heights-mn/catalog HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 7GREEN COMMUNITYSpring Tree Sale Start planning for spring! Purchase a qual- ity shade tree for your landscape at a dis- counted rate of $45! Trees come in a 10 gallon potted container and have a trunk width of approximately 1” in diameter. Ordering: On-line ordering will begin Wednesday, March 11 at 9:00am. Follow the link on the City’s website or visit: https:// treetrust.org/get-a-tree/mendotaheights/. Ordering Deadline: May 8 Tree Pick-up: Saturday, May 16, 9am to noon at the Mendota Heights Public Works Facility, 2431 Lexington Avenue South. Availability: Ordering is limited to two trees per resident. Number of trees and tree species are limited, and available on a first- come, first-served basis. Tree Selections: ƒKentucky Coffee Tree ƒJapanese Tree Lilac ƒHackberry ƒLinden ƒBur Oak Planting trees helps beautify Mendota Heights, replaces canopy cover lost due to Emerald Ash Borer, improves air and water quality, and provides food and habitat for birds, pollinators, and other wildlife. Spring Cleaning for Surface Waters You may be thinking about all of your spring cleaning tasks to be done around your home and yard, but there are some simple things you can do to clean up our surface waters as well! ƒClean up after pets. E-coli from pet waste left in your yard, or in public areas, runs off the ground during rain events and ends up in our streams, riv- ers, lakes and wetlands. ƒThink about ways to incorporate sus- tainable landscape features into your landscape. Are there areas of turf that go unused? Consider turning these ar- eas into sustainable landscape features such as a no-mow lawn, native plant garden, or tree and shrub plantings. These features use and need less irri- gation, fertilizer, chemicals, and gen- eral maintenance, such as mowing. For ideas and instructions on how you can install these or similar features, visit: Living Landscapes in Minnesota. ƒConstruct and plant a raingarden. Raingardens are shallow depres- sions planted with hardy perennials that capture rain runoff from yards, roofs, driveways, and other impervi- ous surfaces, allowing it to soak into the ground. Stormwater runoff carries pollutants and extra nutrients from grass clippings, leaves, and yard waste, which then creates poor water quality and algal blooms in our lakes, streams, rivers, and wetlands. Raingardens help remove these pollutants and nutrients before they reach our surface waters. For more visit: Da- kota County Soil and Water Conservation District: Rain- gardens and Native Gardens ƒWhen raking up leaves, branches, and debris from your yard, dispose of them properly. Compost yard waste in your backyard, or bring it to a compost site, recycling site, or other acceptable dis- posal site. Avoid raking leaves and yard debris into the street. This adds addi- tional nutrients and pollutants to our lakes, rivers, and other surface waters. ƒSweep up extra salt on your driveway or sidewalk for re-use next year. One tablespoon of road salt can permanent- ly pollute 5 gallons of water! ƒThink of ways to irrigate less this sum- mer. Most lawns and landscapes around the Metro Area are over-irrigated. Run- off from irrigation sends pollutants, fertilizer, lawn chemicals, and grass clippings down the storm drain and into our surface waters. Instead build a drought-tolerant, sustainable land- scape that needs less water. For more visit: The University of MN Extension. ƒBring your car to a carwash. Most car- washes are required to treat their waste water. When you wash your car in your driveway, the wastewater flows into storm drains and into our surface wa- ters, carrying pollutants with it. For more on protecting our surface waters: https://freshwater.org/2009/09/25/10-ways- to-keep-lakes-clean-2/ 8 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTSGREEN COMMUNITIES LCW Workshops Receive grant funds and on-site assistance for creating a beautiful landscape feature in your yard, like a rain garden, native garden or shoreline stabilization! Landscaping for Clean Water is a program for Dakota County residents that provides assistance for creating landscape features that promote clean water, benefit local pollinators, are sustainable and low-maintenance, and look beautiful. Attend an hour-long FREE introductory workshop where you’ll learn gardening ba- sics, and how to create landscaping that can benefit our local water. Select from one of ten different dates and locations. Sign up and attend a two-night Design Course ($25 one-time cost) that allows you to work hands-on with staff to begin plan- ning and designing a garden in your yard. Apply for the Landscaping for Clean Water Grant by filling out an application. Super Foods for Our Endangered Bumble Bee The last newsletter featured the exciting discovery of the endangered native Rusty Patch Bumble Bee in Mendota Heights! As you look forward to spring and think about your landscape, consider adding plants that are Super Foods for the Rusty Patch Bumble- bee. Just like Super Foods help human immune systems, the Rusty Patch Bumblebee not only uses some favorite plant species for food, but also has Super Food plant species that help it combat disease. Here are a few high-priority and Super-Food Species: Spring: Summer: Fall: Serviceberries (shrub or tree form), Virginia Bluebells Narrow leaved Coneflower, Joe-Pye Weed, Purple or White Prairie Clover Turtlehead, Large Leaved Aster Add these plant species to your landscapes by incorporating them into existing garden areas or adding a new area. You will find native plants for sun/shade, wet/dry, and all types of soil. Find a comprehensive list at: bwsr.state.mn.us/sites/default/ files/2019-08/Native%20Plant%20Selection.pdf. Then, in early May, find one of the many Native Plant Sales and nearby sellers to purchase these plants. Visit the City website for a link to the DNR’s Native Plant Suppliers and Consultants list, as well as other native plant sales and vendors. Enjoy planning for spring and welcoming the Rusty Patch Bumblebee! Already have a Raingarden or other Native Planting? Attend a Maintenance Workshop and learn how to maintain your raingarden or native planting year- round! Mendota Heights: Wed., March 4 5 - 6:20pm Inver Grove Heights: Tues., March 31 6 - 7:30pm Apple Valley: Wed., April 29 5 - 6:30pm Learn more and register: DakotaSWCD. org/cleanwater.html, Call: 651-480-7777, Email: SWCD@co.dakota.mn.us HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 9GREEN COMMUNITIES New Rules for the Keeping of Domestic Chickens in 2020 In 2017 the city adopted Ordinance No. 508, which allowed for the keeping and raising of domestic chickens on residential properties. After a one-year review period, the City Council supported implementing new rules and regulations regarding chickens on properties as follows: ƒIncrease the number of allowable chickens from four to six ƒReduce the annual permit to a one-time $15 fee (no annual renewal fee) ƒIncrease the maximum allowable size of backyard structures with a chicken coops ƒOne-year inspection for first-time permit holders and complaint-driv- en inspections thereafter ƒComposting of bedding and chicken waste is allowed on-site (unless there is a complaint) Permits for the Keeping of Domestic Chickens are available on the city’s website, or you can pick up an application at City Hall during business hours. If you have any questions regarding these new regulations or the permitting process, please contact Community Development Director Tim Benetti at (651) 255-1142 or email timb@mendota-heights.com. Don't Break the Ice! Did you know you shouldn't walk on ice unless it's at least 4 inches thick? And if you want to drive across make sure you have at least 12-15 inches of depth. Fresh ice is actually stronger than "old" ice. If you plan on heading onto the ice make sure you are testing the depth every 150 feet. Also- if you haven't had a chance to shovel the ice beforehand make sure you double your minimum depth! When you head out make sure at least one per- son knows your trip plans and when to expect you back. Always carry a cell phone or a personal locator! No ice is considered "safe" but following the guidelines can help to minimize your risks! Goats May Be Coming to the City Earlier last year, a number of residents requested the city give consideration to allowing homeown- ers to rent goats (on a temporary basis) to control invasive vegetation on their property, particularly buckthorn. There are a number of metro-commu- nities that allow for the keeping of goats on private lands with limited permits. The City Council conducted a workshop, where staff presented preliminary information and ex- amples of other city ordinances regulating goats in various metro communities. The Council directed staff to investigate and prepare an ordinance regu- lating such animals, and present any findings and proposed ordinance to the Planning Commission for further study and recommendations. More information and notices on this topic will be made available through the city’s website, newsletters, and social media outlets. Recycling Troublemakers Now that bottles, cans and paper are accepted in one recycling cart, knowing what to keep out of the bin is more challenging than what to put in. Putting incorrect items into recycling causes machines to jam and strains labor, leading to decreased productivity and higher costs. To keep recycling facilities running smoothly, please keep these items out of the recycling cart: Plastic bags: Bring clean plastic bags to a local grocery or retail store; search the directory at plasticfilmrecycling.org. Tanglers: Place garden hoses, chains and other tanglers in the trash if they can’t be reused. Batteries: All batteries are accepted at The Recycling Zone. Loose bottle caps: Leave caps on the bottles and car- tons they came with and recycle normally. Shredded paper: Use seasonal collection events or a retail location that shreds for you. Medical sharps: Bring sharps in a sturdy container to The Recycling Zone. Partially funded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Dakota County. 10 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTSCOMMUNITY SAFETYPhoto (L-R): Chief Dave Dreelan; Firefighters Amy Patrick, Nick Reding, Dan Rice, Joe Ahlstrom, Joe King; Assistant Chief Scott Goldenstein. Fire Station Progress Update Construction on the $6.8 million Fire Station expansion and remodel- ing project continues. The new addition is scheduled to be complete and ready for use the end of March, at which time work will begin on remodeling and bringing up to code the existing 1985-era struc- ture. While the existing structure is being renovated, fire operations will move into and serve from the new addition. Fire personnel are in the process of acquiring new furnishings and equipment to replace the original ones, which are over 40 years old. The project is on track for full project completion this August. Congratulations Firefighters Firefighters Joe Ahlstrom, Joe King, Amy Patrick, Dan Rice, and Nick Reding received their badges as members of the Mendota Heights Fire Department at the December 3 City Council meeting. Firefighters re- ceive their badges at the end of their one year probationary period and when they complete their basic training. This group joined the depart- ment in December of 2018. The City is grateful for their dedicated work in achieving this accomplishment! MHPD = YOUR PD As you hopefully know (because I often say it, but I will remind you anyway) we are YOUR Police De- partment! We serve you – our citizens – to the best of our abilities. Sometimes that service falls into a category often called “routine” (though it truly is not). But critical incidents do, and will, arise, to which we will respond with professionalism and skill. Our staff plans, trains and prepares for such incidents, often requesting and receiving input and feedback from you. It’s so important to plan for and voice concerns about public safety issues before critical incidents arise – always with the goal of pre- venting such incidents. However, when a major incident happens in Men- dota Heights, there will be information we cannot immediately provide. We will never hide behind the law, but we will honor and uphold it. It can be dif- ficult to embrace, but it is our duty. Such incidents can, and will, drain community trust, and the only way to overcome it is to remain transparent and ac- countable to our citizens to the highest extent pos- sible. In November 2019, community members request- ed a Police Department update regarding gen- eral crime in the city. Residents filled the Council Chambers and we discussed everything from mail theft to parking concerns; burglaries to trash can placement. We were honored to be a part of the dis- cussion and were so impressed by the passion of our citizens, we decided to make it an annual event. We don’t accomplish anything by ourselves; citi- zen response and contribution is vital to our suc- cess with crime prevention and criminal apprehen- sion. Therefore, we encourage you to contact us and ask questions about anything police related – big or small. Email pdrecords@mendota-heights.com, contact the Chief anytime at kellym@mendota- heights.com or call us at 651-452-1366. Follow us on Facebook, but please note that it is not moni- tored 24/7. Thank you for all of your support. – Chief Kelly McCarthy Are You Interested in Becoming a Firefighter? Recruitment for new firefighters will take place late spring/early summer. Interested applicants should keep an eye on the city website for further information. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 11PARKS & RECREATIONField Trips June 25: Edina Water Park We will spend the day playing on their incredible playground and swimming at the water park. Please bring swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and a bag lunch. Ages: 8-13 $29 per child Leave: 9:30am Return: 4:00pm Register by June 16 July 9: Cascade Bay We will spend the day under the sun with 7 waterslides, a lazy river and play mini golf. A pizza lunch is provided. Please bring swimsuit, towel and sunscreen. Concessions are avail- able for snacks. Ages: 8-13 $24 per child Leave 10:15am Return: 4:15pm Register by June 30 July 16: Valleyfair Ride the day away on the Power Tower, Steel Venom and the North Star. We will also have access to Soak City water park. Please bring money to purchase lunch/snacks. Kids must be 48 inches to go on the rides. Ages: 9-14 $42 per child Leave: 9:00am Return: 4:15pm Register by July 7 July 23: Como Zoo & Como Town We will spend half the day at the Como Zoo and the other half at the Como Town amuse- ment park. Please bring a bag lunch and beverage. Concessions will be available at the zoo. Ages: 6-13 $25 per child Leave: 9:30am Return: 4:00pm Register by July 14 July 29: Twins Game vs. Dodgers Come cheer on the Twins as they battle the LA Dodgers. We will return about 30 minutes after the game finishes. Please bring a bag lunch and extra money for concessions if de- sired. Ages: 7-13 $25 per child Leave 9:30am Return 3:45pm Register by July 21 Registration opens March 2 at 8:00am! Register online at secure.rec1.com/MN/mendota-heights-mn/catalog or in person at City Hall. Register Early Please register at least one week before your program begins. Cancellations due to low attendance are made 2-5 days prior to start dates. American Red Cross Babysitter Training This course is designed to provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. Participants will learn skills in four core areas: leader- ship and professionalism, safety, ba- sic care for infants and children, and first aid. Participants will receive their Babysitter’s Training Certification and Babysitter’s Handbook. Please bring a nut-free bag lunch. Saturday, May 30 9:00am-3:00pm $82 per participant Mendota Heights City Hall Skateboard Camp Have you ever dreamed of doing a kickflip, drop- ping in on a ramp, or just cruising down the street? If so, then this is the camp for you! Staff from 3rd Lair has been teaching the Twin Cities how to skateboard since 1997, and now it’s your turn to learn from the best. Whether it’s your first day on a 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 set- ting. All necessary equipment will be provided. If participants have their own they are encouraged to bring it! June 15-17 10:00am - noon July 20-22 10:00am - noon August 10-12 10:00am - noon $100 per child Rogers Lake Skate Park Musical Theater $95 per child Develop an appreciation for the arts and have fun at Mayer Arts camps and classes – no experience necessary. Classes take place at Harmon Park. Snow Queen & Friends July 27-30 Ages: 4-8 9:00am - noon August 10-13 Ages: 5-10 1-4pm Descendants 3 July 27-30 Ages: 6-11 1-4pm Trolls 2 August 10-13 Ages: 4-8 9:00am - noon 12 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Abrakadoodle Art Camp At Harmon Park Princess and Ponies Do you have a favorite princess? Do you love ponies? We'll make fancy crowns, sculpt pretty ponies and decorate them with rhinestones, create a picture fit for a princess on canvas, sculpt a tea cup for a tea party, read princess stories and more! We'll even paint our nails. Bring a beverage and nut-free snack. August 3-4 9:30am-Noon Ages 3-6 $65 per child The Messiest Art Camp Ever Do you love messy art? Like to work with sticky, slimy art materials? If your answer is yes then this is the camp for you. Paint with fish, make slime, and pour paints together to create a col- orful canvas. Create amazing pieces of art while having big, messy fun. Please bring a beverage and nut-free snack. July 13-14 10:00am-12:30pm Ages 5-11 $65 per child Crazy about Clay If you love clay this is the camp for you. Use your fingers to sculpt clay into all kinds of 3D objects. Learn about sculpt- ing, color mixing, decorative design, and we'll even paint with clay. We'll use air dry and model magic clay. We'll use sculpting tools to create all kinds of tex- ture and design. Bring a beverage and nut-free snack. July 13-14 1:00-3:30pm Ages 5-11 $65 per child Amazing Art Camp For kids that just want to have fun mak- ing super cool creations. A camp filled with fabulous art projects. We'll draw a loon, weave on paper plates, paint a colorful canvas, sculpt a llama and more! Bring a beverage and nut-free snack. July 15-16 10:00am-12:30pm Ages 5-11 $65 per child Fun Fridays (Slime & Goo II) Love to make slime and gooey cre- ations? We'll use our imagination to create different kinds of slime and work with messy materials. We'll make two kinds of slime, paint with shaving cream and more. Join us for a fun and messy morning. Bring a beverage and nut-free snack. July 17 9:30am-Noon Ages 5-11 $44 per child Little Doodler's Adventure in Art with Abrakadoodle Grown-up and child attend this 4-day class together! We'll make watercolor ponies or unicorns, little lion pots, a colorful sunflower collage and more. July 13-16 9:00-9:45am Ages 2-5 with adult $50 per child/adult pair Special Events Touch-a-Truck Join us for a behind the scene tour and get up and close to tons of big rigs - fire trucks, police squads, mowers, plow trucks and more! Activities will include: kids games, photo opportunities, and refreshments! Event will be held rain or shine. Saturday, May 9 10:00am-12:00pm Location to be determined Summer Concert Series Kidsdance: June 17 6:00-8:00pm Teddy Bear Band: July 29 6:00pm The Goombas: August 20 or 21 7:00pm Family Kickball Tournament The City of Mendota Heights is partnering with TriDistrict Community Education to throw a Community Kickball Tournament. We invite community members to create teams of 8-15 people for a day of fun, food and friendship. Each team must have at least 4 children on their roster. Each reg- istered participant will also receive a meal on the day of the tournament. Teams only need one person to register on the TriDis- trict Community Education website or can register by phone at 651-403-8313. Saturday, May 16 10:00am start time $45 per team Mendakota Park Get Ready to Celebrate! The annual City of Mendota Heights Parks Celebration is a free event that brings the community together to reconnect with neighbors and celebrate the beauty of our city. Save the dates for: Friday, June 5 8:30pm Outdoor Movie Night at Mendakota Park (movie TBA) Saturday, June 6 11:00am to 2:00pm Parks Celebration at Mendakota Park Sunday, June 7 12:00-2:00pm NEW Kite Festival at Kensington ParkPARKS & RECREATION HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 13PARKS & RECREATIONNEW Kite Festival at Kensington Park Join us at the Mendota Heights Kite Festival where we'll offer a kite building workshop. You and your family will be able to build a kite and fly it the same day. Each registra- tion includes the materials and instruction from the MN Kite Society to build one kite. If you would like to build more than one kite, please add more than one registration. Spectators join us for free at the Mendota Heights Kite Festival where there will be Food Trucks, free yard games and fun. Sunday, June 7 12:00pm-2:00pm Kite Making Workshop is $10/kite Safety Camp Join Mendota Heights and West St. Paul Po- lice, Fire, and Rec Departments at Harmon Park for fun activities while learning safety. All participants receive snacks and a T-shirt. Little Tykes Safety Camp Topics: fire safety, stranger danger, boat safety and much more. Parents are invited at 3:00pm for a graduation ceremony. July 31 9:00am-3:30pm Grades: K-2 $15 per child Safe Kids Camp Topics: electric safety, fire safety, severe weather, water safety, and much more. August 18-19 8:00am-4:30pm Grades: 3-5 $40 per child Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby Bring your fishing pole and come on down to Rogers Lake fishing pier to catch “the big one!” Prizes will be provided for all par- ticipants. Parents and grandparents are welcome to watch. We will be providing hotdogs and beverages. One lucky boy or girl will win a Minnesota Lifetime Fishing Li- cense. Thursday, August 6 5:00-7:00pm Ages: 14 and under $10 Family Storytime Come out to Mendakota Park to listen to a local celebrity read a children's book. Mendota Heights Park and Recreation staff will be available to do crafts with kids, play sports, and enjoy the playground. This event is free to the public and is open to kids of all ages, but children must be supervised by an adult during the event. June 16, 23 ,30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 August 4, 11, 18, 25 9:45am-11:15am Tech Academy Camps Intro to Videogame Design with Nintendo Characters Participants as young as five can create their own platform video games in this cool class! Choose your storyline with Nintendo charac- ters as your stars. Add challenges and levels of difficulty, then share your game by email or post it on the web to challenge family and friends. Participants practice math, logic, and programming as they put their talents to work! The game will be in an animated Flash format, viewable in most internet browsers. Bring a jump drive to the last day of class, or files can be emailed to parents. Mon-Thurs, June 22-25 9:00-11:00am Grades: K-3 $85 per child Hacking Minecraft New mods explored! Minecraft, one of the most popular video games in history, offers an amazing world of endless possibilities limited only by your imagination. This class is for intermediate and advanced Minecraft- ers. Students will learn how to expand their world's abilities using popular game-enhanc- ing mods. Participate in building challenges. We will also explore creating and editing skins and textures using Gimp. Mon-Thurs, June 22-25 12:00-2:00pm Grades: 2-6 $85 per child Robotic Builders: Battlebots Let the battles begin! Designed by the ex- perts at MIT, LEGO WeDo Robotics' unique system teaches students about simple ma- chines, engineering, programming, and so much more! In this camp, students may con- struct a Catapult, Ninja Star, Tank, Battle Axe, Crossbow, and more! Please bring a drink and snack daily. Mon-Thurs, July 20-24 9:00-11:00am Grades: K-3 $85 per child Game Coding: Super Mario This course will give you hands-on expe- rience developing your own game using Scratch 3, a visual coding platform. Students will learn how to think like programmers and learn coding concepts while creating a 2-di- mensional, arcade-style Super Mario Bros- themed game. The first part of the class will be instructor-lead; with the time remaining, students will have the opportunity to cus- tomize their games. Games created in class will be available online or students can bring a USB for immediate access. Mon-Thurs, July 20-24 12:00-2:00pm Grades: 3-7 $85 per child Tech Academy Camps take place at City Hall. Rec on the Go This summer traveling programs brings recreation to neighborhood parks. Staff set up activities and equipment for youth to enjoy for free. Games, sports, arts, crafts, and more! Drop in –no registration re- quired. Ages: 6-13 Starts June 9 14 : CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTSPARKS & RECREATIONSports Unlimited Camps Basketball Learn the rules of basketball while working on team play and sportsmanship through skill development and small group games. The following individual skills will be taught: shooting, passing, dribbling, of- fense and defense. June 15-18 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 6-12 $80 per child Saint Thomas Academy Gym Register by: June 7 Ninja Warrior Participants will have fun testing their skills and abilities while going through var- ious obstacles: tunnel crawl, cone weave, noodles crawl, mat rolls, parachute run, fitness ladders, hula hoop jumps and hur- dles. A different course is set up each day. June 22-25 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 4-8 $80 per child Harmon Park Register by: June 14 Cheer/Dance/ Tumbling Learn the motion/jump tech- nique, sideline/performance cheers and dance routines. The final day participants will perform a cheerleading program for family and friends. June 29-July 2 9:00am–12:00pm Ages: 5-10 $86 per child Kensington South Park Register by: June 21 Sand Volleyball Sports Unlimited staff will focus on help- ing participants learn the rules of vol- leyball while working on team play and sportsmanship. Individual skills taught: spiking, serving, setting and hitting. July 20-23 1:00-4:00pm Ages: 5-12 $80 per child Rogers Lake Park Register by: July 12 T-Ball This camp is designed to introduce the young athlete to the sport of T-ball through skill development and small group games. Sports Unlimited staff will focus on helping children learn the rules of baseball while working on team play and sportsmanship. Individual skills taught: throwing, catching, hitting, base running and fielding. July 13-16 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 4-8 $80 per child Mendakota Park Register by: July 5 Floor Hockey Sports Unlimited coaches will teach the fundamental skills of floor hockey using small group activities, scrimmages and fun games. Floor hockey combines the stick handling, passing and shooting skills of ice hockey. They will also focus on helping the kids learn the rules of floor hockey while working on team play and sportsmanship. June 29 - July 2 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 5-12 $80 per child Harmon Park Register by: June 21 Baseball This camp is designed to in- troduce the young athlete to the sport of baseball through skill development and small group games. Sports Unlimited staff will focus on help- ing participants learn the rules of baseball while working on team play and sports- manship. Individual skills taught: throw- ing, catching, hitting, base running and fielding. July 13-16 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 7-10 $80 per child Mendakota Park Register by: July 5 Flag Football Learn the rules of flag football while working on team play and sportsmanship through skill development and games. The follow- ing skills will be taught: passing, catching, kicking and strategies of offense and de- fense. July 20-23 9:00am–12:00pm August 10 - 13 Ages: 6-12 $80 per child Kensington South Park Register by: July 12, August 3 Soccer Sports Unlimited staff will focus on helping participants learn the rules of soccer while working on team play and sportsmanship. Individual skills taught: shooting, passing, dribbling along with learning the strate- gies of offense and defense. July 27-30 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 5-12 $80 per child Sports Complex - West Saint Paul Register by: July 19 Lacrosse Sports Unlimited coaches will teach the fundamental skills of lacrosse using small group activities, scrimmages and fun games. They will also focus on helping partici- pants learn the rules of lacrosse while working on team play and sportsmanship. August 3-6 9:00am-12:00pm Ages: 5-12 $80 per child Kensington Park Register by: July 26 Recreation Fee Assistance Program The City of Mendota Heights offers a Recreation Fee Assistance Program to eligible Mendota Heights residents for participation in recreation programs. Applications can be found at www.men- dota-heights.com. For details contact Recreation Program Coordinator Mer- edith Lawrence: meredithl@mendota- heights.com or 651.255.1354. HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS : 15PARKS & RECREATIONTennis Camp Little's Tennis: Ages 4-7 This is an introduction to tennis using mini nets and ju- nior tennis balls. Parents and chaperones are encouraged to stay. June 8-July 24 No class July 3 - 7 1 time per week/ $50 per player Littles Time Day Location 1 8:00-8:45am Thurs Visitation 2 8:50-9:35am Thurs Visitation 3 9:40-10:25am Thurs Visitation 4 10:30-11:15am Thurs Visitation 5 11:20-12:15pm Thurs Visitation 6 5:30-6:15pm Mon Marie Park 7 6:30-7:15pm Mon Marie Park 8 5:30-6:15pm Wed Marie Park 9 6:30-7:15pm Wed Marie Park 10 8:30-9:15am Sat Marie Park 11 9:20-10:05 Sat Marie Park Youth Tennis Lessons: Ages: 7-12 Join us to learn the game and have fun improving your skills while doing drills and playing matches! Children will be divided into groups based on ability: Beginner, Inter- mediate, and Advanced. June 8-July 24 No class July 3 - 7 3 times a week/$100 per player Youth Time Day Location 1 8:00-8:55am M/Tu/W Visitation 2 9:00-9:55am M/Tu/W Visitation 3 10:00-10:55am M/Tu/W Visitation 4 11:00-11:55am M/Tu/W Visitation Saturdays: June 13-July 25 (No class July 4) $50 per player Youth Time Day Location 5 10:15-11:15am Sat Marie Park 6 11:30-12:20pm Sat Marie Park In-House League Ages: 10+ (3 times per week) $115 per player Instructors will divide participants into singles and doubles play each day and will be on hand to keep the matches moving. Instructors will provide coaching on serving, strokes, footwork, and scoring. June 8-July 24 No class July 3 - 7 12:00-12:55pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday at Visitation USTA Tennis League Ages 14-18 $150 per player Adult Tennis All classes are taught by USTA-trained instructors $75 per player, per session Session 1: Beginner Thursdays, June 4-July 16 *No class July 2 6:00pm-7:00pm Classes are for those who have little or no tennis experience. Learn the basic strokes and begin to rally. All participants will be given a new Wilson tennis racquet. Session 1: Advanced Thursdays, June 4-July 16 * No class July 2 7:00pm-8:00pm Classes are for those who know the basic strokes and are working further on ball tracking, movement and consistency. Players are ready for introductory social match play. Session 2: Beginner Thursdays, July 30-September 3 6:00pm-7:00pm Classes are for those who have little or no tennis experience. Learn the basic strokes and begin to rally. All participants will be given a new Wilson tennis racquet. Session 2: Intermediate Thursdays, July 30-September 3 7:00pm-8:00pm Classes are for those continuing to develop their stroke consistency and ac- curacy while learning net play, court coverage and match strategy. Players are ready for formal, organized play if they choose. This program is for youth looking to play at the highest level. Players should be on varsity or JV at their school or intend to be on their school team. Players will compete in the 18 and under intermediate division. Matches will begin in June on Thursdays. There will be 2-3 home match- es and 2-3 away matches. Instructors will provide coaching and supervi- sion at the matches. Players must provide their own transportation to matches. 1:00-2:30pm for practices at Visitation (Mondays) Players must have or purchase a USTA membership to compete. For more please contact Meredith Lawrence, Recreation Program Coordinator, 651-255-1354.      City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 www.mendota-heights.com HEIGHTS HIGHLIGHTS Spring 2020 ISSUE: 119 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 John Boland Public Works Superintendent © Copyright 2020 City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 www.mendota-heights.com City Hall Lobby Hours Mon.–Thurs.: 7:00am–4:30pm Friday: 7:00-11:30am MHPD Lobby Hours Mon.–Fri.: 8:00am–4:30pm Follow Us Facebook.com/MendotaHeightsMN Twitter.com/@mendota_heights Facebook.com/MendotaHeightsPD Facebook.com/MHParksandRec Twitter.com/@MHeightsPD Adult Golf Wednesday Women's Golf League $145 per player 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 from 3:00pm-7:00pm. Available league times can be seen on our website. May 27-August 19 Adult Beginner Golf Lessons $65 per player Join us Tuesday nights for Adult Beginner Golf lessons at the Mendota Heights Par 3. Lessons will teach players golf etiquette, basic stokes, and strategy. Each class will be limited to 6 players to ensure one-on-one attention. Tuesdays: June 9, 16, 23, 30 5:30-6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm Tuesdays: July 7, 14, 21, 28 5:30-6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm Tuesdays: August 4, 11, 18, 25 5:30-6:30pm 6:30-7:30pm Junior Golf Tiger Tots Golf: Ages 4-6 $25 per child per session This program features the basics of golf strokes and etiquette, while focusing on the love of the game. Mondays: 8:00-8:40am, 8:50-9:30am, and 9:40-10:25am Session #1: June 15, 22, 29 Session #2: July 13, 20, 27 Session #3: August 3, 10, 17 Junior Golf League: Ages 6-15 $125 per child Children must know the game of golf and be able to play unsupervised. Children will play in groups of 4. Wednesdays: 9:00am-10:45am tee times Fridays: 9:30am-11:15am tee time Starts the week of June 15 and ends week of August 17 Junior Golf Program: $80 per child per session Beginner: Ages 6-12 This course is meant for students new to golf or with very little experience. Each session: Monday-Thursday, 10:30am-12:15pm June 15 - August 13 Intermediate: Ages 8-14 Play rounds of golf, while perfecting strokes and techniques. This course is meant for students with golf experience who are familiar with the rules and able to play a round of golf. Each session: Monday-Thursday, 1:00pm-2:45pm June 15 - August 13 Junior Golf Tournaments $15 per player Join us for a recreational tournament for juniors. Players must be familiar with golf rules and etiquette. An adult may walk the course with the child. Saturday, June 20: 9:00am shotgun start Saturday, July 25: 9:00am shotgun start