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FRIDAY NEWS | Jan. 6, 2023
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2023 City Budget
In Mendota Heights, the a City budget reflects the City Council priorities to:
Enhance City services
Create a vision for development and redevelopment
Conserve, protect and enhance natural resources
Maintain and improve infrastructure
Encourage and support park improvement opportunities
Planning for the City’s annual budget involves reviewing operational needs, community
desires and available resources. The preliminary tax levy was reflected on property tax
notices mailed to all Mendota Heights property owners. The Council held a public hearing
before their final vote to approve the levy on Dec. 6.
Some notable public-facing projects budgeted for 2023 include a new warming house at
Wentworth Park and renovations to the Rogers Lake Skate Park, as well as investments in
shade tree plantings on public property, expanded native plantings and increased
maintenance for existing city trees.
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Snowfall Recap
This week, 15 inches of snow fell in Mendota Heights over a
two-day snow event. In addition to the four city snow plows
that we usually have out clearing streets after a snow event,
staff also used a front loader to try and keep up. The snow
was heavy, hard to push, and warm temperatures also
brought freezing rain and ice.
Mendota Heights snow plow drivers were out for the whole
thing, working hard to keep up with weather, clearing streets
and walking paths to help folks be able to get where they
needed to safely. We are so thankful for our skilled public
works staff!
Resolve to Get Involved
As we ring in the New Year, make it your resolution to get
more involved in our community by volunteering your time!
To volunteer, register with the City and indicate what type of
opportunities are of interest to you. Then, the City will reach
out about any training involved and when your help is
needed.
MendotaHeightsMN.gov/Volunteer
Apply Today
Coffee with the Council
Jan. 14, 9-10 a.m.
Copperfield Restaurant
Join Councilors Mazzitello and Lorberbaum to discuss
issues of importance to you and the Mendota Heights Community; all are welcome.
Now Hiring for the Following Positions:
Fire Marshal
Community Development Director
Recreation Program Coordinator
Warming House/Rink Attendant (Seasonal)
Police Officer
RECYCLING
Additional Drop Off Locations
Jan. 6 Crime Report
Holiday Lights Recycling
Through Jan. 12
City Hall
Save a trip to the recycling center and drop your old
unwanted holiday lights at City Hall for recycling.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Weekly Crime Report
Incident reports: Dec. 30-Jan. 5
Previous Weekly Crime Report/Just the Facts publications are
available in the Laserfiche archive system on the City website.
Follow MHPD on Facebook @MendotaHeightsPD.
Register Today!
Blade with the Blue
Saturday, Jan. 28
1-3:30 p.m.
Youth ages 12 and under are invited to join police officers
from Mendota Heights and West St. Paul for a fun day of
pick up hockey games and ice skating. The event is free; registration is recommended.
PARKS & RECREATION
Frozen Fun Fest 2023
Feb. 3-10
Coloring Contest
Color a winter masterpiece for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Coloring sheet
available at 8 a.m. Feb. 3, online and at City Hall. Completed coloring sheets should be
dropped off in the City Hall water utilities drop box by 11:30 a.m. Feb. 10.
Wednesday, Feb. 8
Medallion Hunt Begins!
Search for the Frozen Fun Fest medallion hidden in a Mendota Heights public park and
win the grand prize! Daily clues posted at 8 a.m. on the City Website and Facebook;
watch for the contest rules and first clue at 8 a.m. Feb. 8.
Friday, Feb. 10
Cupid’s Valentine Crawl
4:30–6:30 p.m.
Market Square Park
Kick off your Valentine’s week with a Cupid Crawl to local businesses, for the chance to
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win a prize! Then join us for music and crafts at Market Square Park.
Saturday, Feb. 11
Puzzle competition*
9 a.m.–Noon
Fire Station
Fun for all ages; teams of up-to four people race to finish a 500-piece puzzle and win
prizes!
Ice Festival
4–6 p.m.
Friendly Hills Park
Hit the ice to the music of a live DJ, grab a food truck dinner, watch live ice sculpting
and warm up by the fire.
Sunday, Feb. 12
Youth Ice Fishing*
9–11 a.m.
Rogers Lake Park
Learn to fish from experts who provide equipment and guidance. Ages 14 and under.
Snow Footgolf*
12-2:30 P.M.
Par 3 Community Clubhouse
Bring the whole family, lace up your boots and play five holes of snow footgolf; tee
times required.
*Requires Registration
MendotaHeightsMN.gov/FrozenFunFest
Register Today
Nature Sense: Who's Out There
and What are they Doing?
Free programming for ages 55+
Feb. 15
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Join Naturalist Eloise Dietz at the Par 3 Community Clubhouse for an informative
presentation highlighting signs of animals in winter!
Tour de Rec
Join us for this free, monthly recreation program aimed at
bringing fun to neighborhoods throughout the community.
Upcoming Dates:
Feb. 2
6-7 p.m.
Southview Park
257 Westview Drive, St. Paul
More Dates and Information
Register Today
Coffee, Cribbage and Cards
9–11 a.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 18; Feb. 1, 22
Par 3 Community Clubhouse
Join us for coffee and games with friends! Weekly games
include cribbage, hand and foot cards and more. Free
program for ages 55 and up; registration required.
Natural Resources
Proper Disposal of Holiday Greenery Prevents
Spread of Pests
Insects and tree diseases can be spread through the sale
and distribution of trees and holiday greenery if these items
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and distribution of trees and holiday greenery if these items
brought into Minnesota from other areas.
Pests and diseases can live on decorations such as
wreaths, swags, garland and other greenery, and will spread
if not disposed of properly.
Holiday greenery should be burned, or disposed of
through an organized tree pick-up or collection.
City Business Hours
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
Public Meetings
Meetings take place at City Hall; changes or cancellations are noted
at mendotaheightsmn.gov/calendar.
Watch regular meetings online or on demand at townsquare.tv/webstreaming; or watch
on cable television:
City Council & Planning Commission: Ch. 18/798 HD
Airport Relations (select meetings televised), Natural Resources & Parks and
Recreation Commission: Ch. 15/859 HD
Broadcast channels may change; check Town Square Television listings for updates.
Meeting Schedule
Parks and Recreation Commission
Jan. 10; 6:30 p.m.
Natural Resources Commission
Jan. 11; 6 p.m.
City Council Work Session
Jan 17; 4 p.m.
Council Meeting
Jan. 17; 6 p.m.
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Phone: 651-452-1850
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