Touch a Truck

Saturday, May 13
10 a.m.-Noon

Mendakota Park

Get behind-the scenes and close up to fire trucks, police cars, mowers, plow trucks and more! Plus, enjoy games, photo opportunities, food truck treats for purchase, and refreshments!?

Coffee with the Council

Saturday, May 13
10 - 11 a.m.

Mendakota Park

While you're enjoying the?Touch A Truck?event, grab cup of coffee from a food truck vendor and stop by for a visit with your City Council Members. Coffee with the Council is an opportunity to connect and share your thoughts with council members in an informal setting.

2023 State of the City Address

May 16; 4-5:30 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers

Join Mayor Stephanie Levine for the annual State of the City address! Take a look back on accomplishments in 2022 and learn about what's ahead in the coming year.

Police Week 2023

During Police Week, 2023, May 15?20, we will take the time to remember, to honor and to be grateful. We hold in memorial our own Officer Scott Patrick, #2231, who was shot on a traffic stop July 30, 2014.

This week feels especially important as we feel deeply connected to recent losses suffered by neighboring cities and states and we hold them close in our hearts and mourn with them. We feel deeply for the families and friends left behind.

Mendota Heights Police Department Redefines Mission Statement

When Police Officer Pete Renteria attended a training in 2022, he was inspired to take a closer look at the Police Department mission statement, to better resonate with officers and reflect the culture of policing in Mendota Heights.?

Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K

On Saturday, June 3, we will gather to celebrate the life and service of Mendota Heights Police Officer Scott Patrick, with the 18th Annual Memorial 5K Run/Walk. Officer Patrick was killed in the line of duty in June 2014; and each year, the Officer Scott Patrick Memorial 5K is held in his memory, to support Special Olympics Minnesota and Northern Dakota County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon.

Valley View Heights Playground Replacement

Demolition of the existing Valley View Heights Playground (1056 Cullen Ave.) is scheduled to begin Monday, May 15. Installation of new playground equipment is estimated to be complete by Friday, May 26. During this time, the playground area of the park will be closed.

Now Hiring

• Seasonal Public Works Maintenance Staff
• Seasonal Tennis Instructors
• Seasonal Tennis Assistant

Tree of the Month: Bur Oak

Bur Oak is a native shade tree species in the white oak family. It can grow up to a height of 80 feet and has a stately appearance, with branches that are large and spreading. Bur oaks have unique, deeply furrowed bark. Leaves are simple, alternate, and lobed. Bur Oaks need plenty of space, growing to a width of 80 feet.

Tree, Rain Barrel and Compost Bin Pickup

If you purchased a tree through the City's Spring Tree Sale, or a rain barrel or compost bin through Dakota County, the items you purchased will be available for pickup this Saturday, May 13, from 9 a.m.-Noon at the Public Works facility (2431 Lexington Ave. South).

Still interested in buying a compost bin? Order one today using discount code: Dakota.

Music in the Park: Diane Zilverberg Duo

Wednesday, May 17; 6 p.m.
Market Square Park

Join us for free family fun, with live, outdoor music from Diane Zilverberg Duo Featuring Diane Zilverberg & Lee Gatlin:?dianezilverberg.com

Pickleball Tournament

Saturday, May 20
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Join us for a day full of friendly competition on the Marie Park courts! Player levels are self assigned and games are un-officiated. The tournament is casual and unsanctioned.

Weekly Crime Report

The Mendota Heights Police Department provides a weekly list of incidents taking place in our community.

Previous crime reports?are available in the?Laserfiche archive system?on the City website.?