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FRIDAY NEWS | January 14, 2022
THE LATEST
Get ready for some frozen fun!
With a new year comes new programs, new events, and new opportunities for residents of
Mendota Heights to connect with one another! Join us February 4-6 for our first ever
Mendota Heights Frozen Fun Fest. Exciting free events will be taking place throughout the
weekend to celebrate all that Mendota Heights Parks have to offer in the winter! Preview the
lineup at mendotaheightsmn.gov/frozen-fun-fest. While events are free, youth ice fishing
demos and the family kickball tournament require registration; space is limited so register
early if you'd like to participate in those events.
City delays late fees on fourth quarter sewer bills
The City of Mendota Heights has been informed by the United States Post Office that their
employees and carriers have been experiencing a high number of COVID-19 cases in
recent days, resulting in delayed mail delivery in some neighborhoods. Due to these
unusual circumstances, the City of Mendota Heights will delay adding late fees to past-due
sewer accounts until January 31, 2022. Please call 651-452-1850 to let us know if you did
not receive your fourth quarter sewer bill in the mail.
Seeking historical photos
The City’s Oheyawahe/Pilot Knob Task Force is looking for historical photos of the original
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‘knob’ for which Pilot Knob was named. It stood near the intersection of Pilot Knob Road
and Acacia Boulevard, but was removed when Acacia Park Cemetery landscaped its
entrance in 1927. If your family has photos of the 20’ knob predating 1927, please contact
Krista Spreiter at kspreiter@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
We want to hear from you about what you want to
hear from us
Mendota Heights residents are encouraged to take part in a short survey to provide
feedback on city communications. The survey takes about three minutes to complete via
Polco. Residents who do not already have a Polco account will be prompted to set up a free
account. Accounts are required to help verify that a participant is a resident and it ensures
that only one response is allowed per verified user.
The survey is available through January 28. We look forward to receiving your thoughts and
ideas!
TAKE THE SURVEY
Ice Skating Instructor
We're accepting applications for a fun outdoor job teaching youth how to ice skate! This is a
seasonal, part-time position; you must be 16 years of age or older to apply.
Learn more and link to application materials
COVID-19 information
Dakota County experiencing high COVID-19 transmission risk:
The Minnesota Department of Health and the
Center for Disease Control are recommending that
both vaccinated and unvaccinated people in Dakota
County wear masks indoors. Dakota County is
currently experiencing what the CDC defines as high
transmission risk of COVID 19. MDH recommends
wearing a high-quality mask to help limit COVID-19,
including variants like Omicron. Examples of high-
quality masks include N95 or KN95 masks, which are
very good at blocking droplets. If you do not have this
type of mask, wear a mask with two or more layers of
tightly woven fabric. You can also layer a disposable
mask under a cloth mask to increase effectiveness.
The cloth mask should press the edges of the disposable mask snugly against your
face. Look for masks with nose wires. They can improve fit and help reduce gaps or
holes. More information on the City’s COVID-19 guidance plan is available
at mendotaheightsmn.gov/covid19.
Kids:
Minnesota families who get their child 5-11 years old fully vaccinated in January and
February can get a $200 Visa gift card. Parents/Guardians can register their 5- to 11-
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year-old once they have completed their two-dose series. Learn more.
Children age 5-11 years old are now eligible to get vaccinated. Minnesotans can use
the Find Vaccine Locations map to find providers offering Pfizer vaccine for 5-11 year
olds.
Vaccination locations:
Walk-ins for Minnesotans are available at any state community vaccination sites.
Booster shots:
All Minnesotans age 12 and older are recommended to get a COVID-19 booster
shot. The timing of your booster shot depends on the vaccine you received for your
initial vaccine series. Learn more.
COVID-19 testing:
Test at home for free: The State of Minnesota offers fast and accurate COVID-19
saliva testing through Vault Medical Services, at no cost, to any person who feels
they need a test. Learn more and order a test for you or a family member
at learn.vaulthealth.com/state-of-minnesota.
The Minnesota Department of Health continues to host both saliva and nasal swab
testing events throughout Minnesota. Tests are free and insurance is not required.
Recent highlights:
If you're having difficulty affording household internet service, the Affordable
Connectivity Program may be able to help. Learn more about the benefit, including
eligibility and enrollment information, by visiting fcc.gov/ACP or call 877-384-2575.
Join close to 16% of Mendota Heights households that are participating in the Dakota
County organics drop-off program; learn more and sign up today!
RECYCLING
Events
Dakota County Fix-It Clinics
Jan. 15, noon–3 p.m. – Robert Trail Library, Rosemount
Holiday Lights Recycling at Mendota Heights City Hall
Through Jan. 31
Lights can also be dropped off at participating locations within Dakota County, and The
Recycling Zone in Eagan throughout the year. Thank you for keeping our city clean and
green!
NATURAL RESOURCES
Get a head start on your spring or summer
gardening project
Landscaping for Clean Water registration is open
Do you want to learn how to incorporate native plants into your garden that support water
quality and pollinator habitat? The Landscaping for Clean Water Program is ready for their
2022 season to help residents design and install raingardens, native pollinator gardens, and
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shoreline stabilization plantings.
This year’s suite of programming - Introduction to Clean Water Class, Design Course,
and Maintenance Workshop – will provide skills and resources to landowners at every
stage of their gardening journey.
Learn more and register: dakotaswcd.org/services/landscaping-for-clean-water.
Recent highlights
Learn how to report invasive species and pests in Mendota Heights.
Prevent the spread of Elongate Hemlock Scale by properly disposing of holiday
greens.
Lawns to Legumes cost-share program grants are now available; learn more about
Individual Support Grants and Neighborhood Demonstration Grants for installing
pollinator-friendly native plantings. Individual Support Grant applications are due
February 15, 2022.
POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
Just the Facts
Incident reports 1/7/22 - 1/13/22 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/.
Stay in touch through Nextdoor
The MHPD has expanded their social media channels to include Nextdoor. Learn more and
sign up at nextdoor.com.
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 mendotaheightsmn.gov/police.
Completed forms and general questions can be submitted via email to
pdrecords@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
PARKS & RECREATION
Athletic field and facility permit use requests
Due Feb 1 for use March through July, 2022
Permit requests to use City athletic fields and facilities from March through July 2022 are
due Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Reservations after the deadline will be handled on a first-
come, first-serve basis. Information and applications forms are available
at mendotaheightsmn.gov/parksrecreation.
Blade with the Blue
Saturday, Jan 29
Times: 1-2pm Ages 6-9 | 2:30-3:30pm Ages 10-13
Cost: FREE
Location: Friendly Hills Park's outdoor hockey rink
Join the Mendota Heights Police Department for a fun day of recreational hockey skills and
games. Participants will team up with police officers for 3-on-3 hockey games. This is free
event; registration is required.
REGISTER
Ice rinks are open!
Outdoor ice rinks houses are ready for play. The City has three hockey and three pleasure
rinks located at:
Friendly Hills Park | 2360 Pueblo Lane
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Marie Park | 1780 Lilac Lane
Wentworth Park | 739 Wentworth Ave
Warming house hours:
Monday - Friday: 4-9pm
Saturday: 10am-9pm
Sunday: Noon-6pm
Non-School Days: Noon-9pm
Rink lights are on automatic timers from dusk until 9 p.m., 7 days a week
Stay safe before heading to the rinks:
Call the ice rink/warming house hotline at 651-255-1174 for any updates
Dress for the weather, bring proper gear, and plan your time outdoors according to
temperature and weather
Rinks and warming houses are closed when the air temperature is below
zero
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Public Meetings
Meeting changes or cancellations are noted on the City's website
mendotaheightsmn.gov/calendar. Meetings take place at City Hall unless otherwise
noted. Meeting attendees should adhere to the posted City Hall safety guidelines.
Watch regular meetings online at townsquare.tv/webstreaming (available live or for replay)
or on cable television:
City Council: Channel 18/798 HD Planning Commission: Channel 18/798 HD Parks and Recreation Commission: Channel 15/859 HD Airport Relations Commission (select meetings are broadcast): Channel 15/859 HD
Occasionally broadcasted channels may change; check Town Square Television's listings
for updates.
Upcoming Schedule
City Council Special Meeting (Closed Session) | January 18, 5:00 p.m.
City Council Meeting | January 18, 6:00 p.m.
Airport Relations Commission Meeting | January 19, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting | January 25, 7:00 p.m.
City Business Hours
City Hall will be closed Monday, January 17, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day
City Hall: Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Friday 7-11:30 a.m.
Police Department: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Public Works Building: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m.-3:30 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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