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FRIDAY NEWS | February 18, 2022
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Apply by 4:30 p.m., Feb 25
On February 2, 2022, the City Council approved an ordinance establishing a Natural
Resources Commission in the City of Mendota Heights. The Natural Resources
Commission is a seven-member commission appointed by the Mayor and City Council. The
Natural Resources Commission advises:
1. The City Council on matters pertaining to natural resources, sustainability,
environmental and climate stewardship, and opportunities for the advancement of
those areas including developing and recommending policies and initiatives that
enhance and preserve natural resources within Mendota Heights; and
2. If requested by the City Council, will prepare and assess plans, policies, goals and
ordinances for the acquisition, enhancement, or preservation of natural resources in
the City of Mendota Heights.
The City of Mendota Heights is seeking applicants interested in serving on the newly formed
Natural Resources Commission. The Natural Resources Commission will meet monthly, on
the second Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. Meetings will take place at Mendota Heights
City Hall. All applicants must be residents of the City of Mendota Heights.
Interested persons should submit a letter of interest, Application Questionnaire and a
current resume, no later than 4:30 p.m. on February 25, 2022 to:
Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
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Get started planning your summer of fun!
Register for summer recreation programs beginning 9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 1. There are
tons of activities for all ages to enjoy! Visit the Summer Fun webpage for details.
Public meeting announcements
The City Council regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 15, 2022, has been moved
up to Wednesday, March 9, 2022. This meeting will take place at 4 p.m. at City Hall in the
Council Chambers. Please note that this meeting will broadcast LIVE on channel 15/859
HD, or webstream LIVE or replay at townsquare.tv/webstreaming. The meeting will replay
on channel 18/798 HD on Tuesday, March 15, at noon and 6 p.m..
Did you know?
It is estimated that 21,000 people die each year in the United States from lung cancer due
to radon exposure. A radon test is the only way to know how much radon is in your home.
Radon can be reduced with a mitigation system.
Learn more about radon and options for purchasing an at-home test kit:
co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/HealthyLiving/Environment/Pages/test-your-home-for-
radon.aspx
health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/air/radon/index.html
mn.radon.com
Apply now for seasonal summer positions
The City is accepting applications for these fun part-time positions:
Pickleball Instructors | Pickleball Assistants
Tennis Instructors | Tennis Assistants
Golf Instructors | Golf Assistants
Clubhouse Workers
You must be 18 years of age or older to be an instructor, and 16 years of age or older to be
an assistant or clubhouse worker. Click on links above for more information and application
materials, or visit job postings at mendotaheightsmn.gov/employment.
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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. 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-
year-old once they have completed their two-dose series. Learn more.
Children age 5-11 years old are 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:
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at- home COVID- 19 tests. Orders
will usually ship in 7-12 days. Learn more and order at covidtests.gov.
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.
BUSINESS NEWS
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Free virtual event for small businesses
The Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD), USDOL, MN DLI, and
Cities of Minneapolis & Saint Paul Labor Standards have come together to create an
interactive Q + A session, designed specifically with small businesses in mind.
The event will consist of three sections:
1. A concise and easy to follow 20-minute presentation
2. Q + A (submit questions for our panel and register for the event
at events@mccdmn.org )
3. Open Discussion
Reserve your virtual seat today!
RECYCLING
Become a recycling leader
Registration is open for the Dakota County Master Recycler/Composter program that
provides training on waste reduction, recycling, composting and waste. The six-week
course includes a training handbook, presentations from local and regional experts, and
field trips. Share your time, knowledge and skills to help reduce waste in your community.
There is a $30 fee that covers course materials and field trip transportation. Scholarships
available.
Master Recycler/Composter Class
Tuesdays, Mar. 15–Apr. 19 Dakota County Northern Service Center, West St. Paul
Quick Links:
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!
NATURAL RESOURCES
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Winter is still a great time to Adopt-a-Drain!
In the winter you can still go out and check your storm drain(s) and clear it of any trash,
snow, road salt, or other debris. Shoveling around your storm drains allows snowmelt to
drain properly and prevents flooding, as well as preventing stormwater pollution. Adopt a
drain near you at adopt-a-drain.org.
Landscaping for Clean Water
Create a beautiful garden on your property that benefits pollinators and other wildlife and
improves water quality; or create a shoreline buffer using native plants to stabilize your
shoreline. Landscaping for Clean Water is a program offered by Dakota County Soil and
Water Conservation District that offers free educational classes, garden design courses,
garden maintenance workshops, and grants for Dakota County residents. Classes are
offered virtually in 2022, beginning March 7. Registration is required. Learn more and
register.
Spring Tree Sale
Mark your calendars! The Mendota Heights Resident Tree Sale begins March 14 at 8 a.m.
Purchase a quality shade tree for your landscape at a discounted rate of $60/tree. Trees
come in a 10-gallon potted container, have a trunk width of approximately 1” in diameter,
and range in height from approximately 4-10 feet.
Ordering:
On-line ordering begins Monday, March 14, on-line: https://treetrust.org/get-a-
tree/mendotaheights/
Tree Pick-up:
Saturday, May 14 at the Mendota Heights Public Works Facility
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.
Planting trees help beautify Mendota Heights, replace canopy cover lost due to Emerald
Ash Borer, improve air and water quality, and provide food and habitat for birds, pollinators,
and other wildlife
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and other wildlife.
Recent highlights
Learn how to identify and control the non-native biennial herb Common Burdock.
The Dakota SWCD’s Tree Sale provides the opportunity for landowners to purchase
high quality bare root seedlings at a low cost for urban and rural conservation
purposes. The trees and shrubs are sold in bundles for larger planting areas; learn
more and order at dakotaswcd.org/2022-tree-sale.
The City’s Oheyawahe/Pilot Knob Task Force is looking for historical photos of the
original ‘knob’ for which Pilot Knob was named. If your family has photos of the 20’
knob predating 1927, please contact Krista Spreiter
at kspreiter@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS
Just the Facts
Incident reports 2/11/22 - 2/17/22 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 dakota911mn.gov.
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
Canoe rack permit applications are open
The City offers rack rental at Rogers Lake to store canoes and kayaks from April through
November; the permit cost is $75. Those interested must complete and submit a yearly
Canoe Rack Permit Request Application. Mendota Heights residents have an opportunity
for first priority for applications being submitted by March 1. After March 1, any unassigned
racks will be made available to non-residents. Submitting a request for permit application or
having a permit from the prior year does not automatically guarantee that a permit will be
issued; please refer to the Canoe Rack Rental Policy for details. Before using the storage
rack, all users must have a valid permit for the current calendar year. For questions contact
Sheila Robertson: srobertson@mendotaheightsmn.gov or 651-452-1850.
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Picnic shelter reservations are open
Host an outdoor gathering this summer in one of our picnic shelters! Six of our parks offer
rentals. Complete and return a paper application or apply online. For questions contact
Sheila Robertson: srobertson@mendotaheightsmn.gov or 651-452-1850.
Picnic Shelter Rental Policy
Adult Softball League registration is open
Registration is now open for the Mendota Heights Adult Softball League. All leagues play "D
Level" softball. If you are interested in registering a team, contact Recreation Program
Coordinator Meredith Lawrence, mlawrence@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
Ice rinks/warming houses are open
View rink locations and hours of operation at mendotaheightsmn.gov/parksrecreation.
Updates are also available by calling the ice rink/warming house hotline at 651-255-
1174. Rinks and warming houses are closed when the air temperature is below zero.
Sports Unlimited Ice Hockey Camp
Monday, Feb 21 (Non-school day)
Time: 11am-2pm
Ages: 5-10
Cost: $26 per player (resident)
Location: Harmon Park, WSP
Participants will learn the rules of hockey and skills such as stick handling, passing, and
shooting, while working on team play and sportsmanship. Children will be divided by age
and skill level. Campers must bring ice skates, a hockey stick, and hockey helmet; gloves
and pads are recommended.
REGISTER
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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 Work Session | Feb 22, 4:30 p.m.
Planning Commission | Feb 22, 7:00 p.m
City Council | March 1, 6:00 p.m.
City Council | Wednesday, March 9, 4:00 p.m. (moved from March 15 to March 9)
Airport Relations Commission | March 16, 6:00 p.m.
City Business Hours
City Hall will be closed Monday, Feb 21, in recognition of Presidents' 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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