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FRIDAY NEWS | August 21, 2020
THE LATEST
Marie Avenue street
improvements update
The City awarded a contract earlier this year for the
reconstruction of Marie Avenue, from Lexington Avenue to
Dodd Road. Significant repairs were needed due to a
deterioration of much of the driving surface.
Currently, the contractor, S.M. Hentges, is nearing
completion of the project. The contractor has completed the
necessary curb repairs, placed the base layers of asphalt,
and has completed all underground utility work. The repairs
are complete to the 400 foot-long Marie Avenue bridge
which is between Trail Road and Sutton Lane, except for
final testing and the curing of the concrete driving surface.
The contractor is grading the trails in preparation for paving next week; a new section of trail
has been added between Lilac Road and Victoria Road. Water is being removed from the
Lexington/Marie Pond, so that dredging and other maintenance can take place. Restoration
of any disturbed areas will follow once the trails are paved. Native plantings will be placed in
“bump out” areas along the roadway late this fall and next spring.
Because of safety concerns, the road will remain closed to through traffic until the project is
complete.
If you would like more information on this project, please contact the Engineering
Department at City Hall (651-452-1850).
The Goombas live in
concert tonight!
Friday, August 21 | 6 to 8 p.m.
Mendakota Park
Popular area band “The Goombas” will
have an in-person concert this evening
at Mendakota Park, and the weather is
looking spectacular. If you plan to
attend, get there early to ensure you receive get a ticket, and follow the safety guidelines
that are in place.
The concert will be held in a manner to be in compliance with Governor Walz’s
Executive Order for COVID-19 for public gatherings. There will be a maximum of 250
people allowed on site. Once that number is met, no additional people will be permitted to
enter the park. Because of COVID-19 social distancing requirements, all participants will
need to group themselves by household, and sit and remain located in one of the
appropriately spaced painted circles which will be on the ground. Audience members will be
reminded to not congregate during or following the concert, and to respect other attendees’
space. View the COVID-19 Preparedness Plan for this event.
Reminder: Eastbound I-494 between Hwy 5 near the
airport and I-35E in Mendota Heights closes this
weekend
Plan for delays and a detour once again this weekend as eastbound I-494 in the southeast
metro closes between Hwy 5 near the airport and I-35E in Mendota Heights.
Starting at 9 p.m. Fri, Aug. 21 (tonight), eastbound I-494 will be closed between Hwy 5 and
I-35E. This closure is expected to wrap up by 5 a.m. Mon, Aug. 24.
Motorists are encouraged to use the signed detour using southbound Hwy 77 and
northbound I-35E to access I-494 or find alternate routes to avoid delays.
The ramp from eastbound I-494 to southbound I-35E will also close at 7 p.m. Fri, Aug. 21
and remain closed through 5 p.m. Wed, Aug. 26.
Just a reminder for those traveling through the area, eastbound Hwy 5 between I-494 and
Hwy 62/55 reopened last Friday and westbound Hwy 5 closed between Hwy 55/62 and I-
494.
Westbound Hwy 5 motorists that wish to access Terminal 1 at the Minneapolis-St. Paul
airport should follow the signed detour using westbound Hwy 55/62, southbound Hwy 77 to
eastbound 494 to eastbound Hwy 5 in order to reach their destination.
For more information visit MnDOT's aroundtheairport.com.
Please plan ahead, allow for extra travel time and know your route.
Mendota Heights businesses can receive a limited
supply of free disposable masks at City Hall
The City of Mendota Heights has received a limited number of disposable face masks which
have been made available by the State of Minnesota for distribution to local businesses.
Interested businesses may receive up to 200 of these masks, per week, by coming to City
Hall and filling out a short form requesting the masks at the front desk.
This distribution is in partnership with the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce
and is part of the State’s efforts to contain COVID-19.
Recent highlights:
How to use the Reduced Conflict Intersection around the Crown Point neighborhood.
Door-to-door soliciting in Mendota Heights: what's allowed and what isn't.
Review these regulations on the placement of campaign yard signs.
Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K T-shirts available for sale while supplies last.
Locate free lunches for children and students using this interactive map.
Dakota County extends protective equipment donation drive; donate items at
Western Service Center and all Library locations.
RECYCLING
Special rate for mattress or box spring recycling
Certified Recycling is offering a special pickup rate for Dakota County residents through
September 7 for any type of mattress or box spring. Mattresses with history of bed bugs,
blood or hazardous substances will not be accepted. $45 for the first item; $25 for each
additional item. The fee includes pickup and recycling – no limit.
For more information and to schedule a curbside pick-up, call 952-894-1448 or
visit Certified Recycling's website.
Last weekend to drop off items
Additional bins will be available in City Hall's parking lot
Get ready to clean out closets and make a difference for the environment by dropping off
shoes and clothing to be reused and repurposed. Drop off items at any of these locations:
Mendota Heights City Hall: 1101 Victoria Curve, outdoor metal drop box in the
parking lot
West St. Paul Sports Dome: 1655 Livingston Ave, outdoor metal drop box
South St. Paul Doug Woog Arena: 141 6th St S, inside rolling bins
For questions contact Recycling Coordinator Cassandra Johnson at 651-552-4118 or
cschueller@wspmn.gov.
Do not bring plastic bags for recycling to City Hall
Due to market conditions, City Hall cannot accept plastic bags for recycling at this time. To
locate a site that may be accepting plastic bags, visit plasticfilmrecycling.org. Bags must be
CLEAN AND DRY. No food-soiled, sticky zip lock bags, or residue-filled produce bags.
NATURAL RESOURCES
Refer a friend promotion
Adopt-a-drain has kept our local waterways cleaner and
healthier with 7,000+ storm drain adopters who have
adopted over 12,000 drains, keeping over 200,000 pounds
of debris out of our lakes, rivers and streams.
Their largest community outreach effort, The Minnesota
State Fair, was cancelled this year, so they're hoping you
can help spread the word! If you've already adopted a drain,
refer a friend to do so also For any new adopter that names
refer a friend to do so also. For any new adopter that names
you as their referrer when they sign up between now and Labor Day (9/7/2020), both you
and the new adopter will receive a free Adopt-a-Drain tote bag—perfect for showing off your
dedication to the environment (while supplies last). They can find adoptable storm drains
near them and sign up in just a few minutes by visting adopt-a-drain.org.
Recent highlights
Learn about the Emerald Ash Borer discounted treatment program available for
residents in partnership with Rainbow Tree Care.
Tree planting at Hagstrom King Park through the Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources Tree Planting Grant.
MnDOT stormwater repairs at Valley Park
POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
Just the Facts
Incident reports 8/14/20 - 8/20/20
Previous Just the Facts publications are available in the
Laserfiche archive system on the City's website.
Sign up for emergency alerts
The Emergency Alert Program is available through the Dakota Communications Center
(DCC) at mn-dcc.org/community-notification/.
For immediate public safety response and non-
emergency police assistance call 9-1-1
The Police Department will also continue to process requests for police reports, gun
permits, etc. Link to the forms under Public Resources at mendota-heights.com/police.
Completed forms and general questions can be submitted via email to
pdrecords@mendota-heights.com.
Face coverings available for purchase while
supplies last
Purchase a limited-edition MHPD neck-gaiter-turned-face-mask for $10.00 each at the
Mendota Heights Par 3 golf course, 1695 Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. The face
coverings are being sold at cost and must be purchased with a credit or debit card.
PARKS & RECREATION
It feels like summertime
Thank you to all who came out to Mendakota Park on Sunday to view Sonic the Hedgehog
on the big screen! After being rescheduled due to weather, it was was a gorgeous night and
neighbors were able to get in some socially-distanced socializing from their circle pods
under the stars.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
City Hall and Public Works will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labor Day.
Public Meetings
Meeting changes or cancellations are noted on the City's website mendota-
heights.com/calendar. Meetings take place at City Hall unless otherwise noted. Meeting
attendees should adhere to the posted City Hall safety guidelines and be aware that
capacity in the City Council Chambers will be limited. As much as possible, the community
is encouraged to continue watching broadcasted meetings live on Cable Channel 18 or
online at townsquare.tv/webstreaming (available live or for replay).
Planning Commission August 25, 7 p.m.
City Council September 1, 6 p.m. (Note change in start time)
Parks & Recreation Commission September 8, 6:30 p.m.
City Business Hours
City Hall Business Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Friday 7-11:30 a.m.
Police Department Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
City Hall Contact Information
Official Website of the City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota
1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Phone: 651-452-1850
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