Barktober
Oct. 14; 10 a.m.-Noon
Mendota Heights Dog Park
Join us for a free event featuring plenty of activities to keep you and your pup entertained!
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Fire Department Open House
Oct. 14; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Mendota Heights Fire Station
Bring the whole family for some fun and fire safety education!?
Please note: the event times printed in the Sept.-Oct. issue of Heights Highlights are incorrect; the Open House takes place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Toy Swap
Oct. 14; 10 a.m.-Noon
Mendota Heights City Hall
Bring your gently used toys to swap with others in the area. You?ll support reuse and find something fun that?s new to you! Free event; no registration required.
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Coffee with the Council
Oct. 15; 9-10 a.m.
Par 3 Community Clubhouse
Stop by for a cup of coffee and visit with council members in a casual setting.
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Ladder 11 Called into Service
During the Fire Department Open House, visitors to the Fire Station will get an extra-special treat! With the recent delivery of the City's new fire engine, the Department is hosting a housing ceremony to officially add Ladder 11 into the City's fleet.
The new ladder truck is equipped with several features including an emergency notification system to alert nearby drivers of an approaching emergency vehicle, through the use of mapping apps.
Join us in welcoming Ladder 11 at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Mendota Heights Fire Station (2121 Dodd Rd.) .
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Infrastructure Projects Update
Victoria Curve and Orchard Hill Street Improvements??Victoria Curve (from Highway 13 to Hunter Lane) and Orchard Hill were paved with the first lift of bituminous this week. The concrete contractor began installing curb on Friday before rain moved in and the work had to be delayed. The concrete work is expected to continue the week of October 9. Project updates are available at?Mendotaheightsmn.gov/Projects.
Highway 62?? MnDOT completed the Highway 62 Concrete Repair Project and the Highway opened on October 5. ?This project is now complete.
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Weed of the Month: Non-Native Maples
While most maple species are native to Minnesota or harmless cultivars, some species of maples have become invasive.
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Mayor for a Day Essay Contest
What would our cities look like if kids were in charge? The Mayor for a Day Essay Contest is back to find out!
To enter, fourth, fifth, and sixth graders can answer the prompt, ?What would you do if you were mayor for a day?? for a chance to win $100 and recognition in Minnesota Cities magazine.
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Governor Walz Orders Special Election
Vacancy in the office of State Representative for District 52B of the State of Minnesota, caused by the resignation of Representative Ruth Richardson effective Sept. 1, 2023, requires a special election to ensure representation for the citizens of this district.
A special primary election for nomination of candidates is Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. A special election to fill the vacancy is Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023.
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Volunteer Opportunities
The City of Mendota Heights offers a variety of opportunities for residents to volunteer, get involved and contribute to the community!
Barktober: 5 volunteers needed?
Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-Noon.
Trick-or-Teeing: 7 volunteers needed
Saturday, Oct. 21, 4-7 p.m.
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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.?
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Compost Fall Yard Waste
Just in time for fall yardwork, the South St. Paul Compost site is now open for the season.
Yard waste including grass clippings and leaves can be dropped off for $1 per bag.
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SAVE THE DATE
Reuse Series 1: Make the Most of Your Food - Cooking with Leftovers
Oct. 19;?5:30-7 p.m.
West St. Paul City Hall
Did you know that the average American throws out more than 30% of the food they buy? That?s bad for the wallet and the environment. Combat wasted food at your home by learning to cook with leftovers from Chef William Niemer of That Cooking School. This event is free, but registration is required.
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Trick-or-Teeing
Oct. 21; 5-7 p.m.
Par 3 Community Golf Course
Celebrate the season by taking your little ghosts or goblins for a spooktacular trick-or-teeing experience! Get in costume and visit six golf course holes for a treat and enjoy the festive games and activities!
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Paper Shredding Event
October 21; 9 a.m.-Noon
Mendakota Park
Shred and recycle confidential material. Pioneer Secure Shred staff collects and secures material into a locking security container and transports it directly to the mobile shredding vehicle.
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Dakota County Fix it Clinic
October 21; Noon-3 p.m.
Pleasant Hill Library, Hastings
Get items fixed or mended for free and learn useful repair skills! Volunteers help you figure out what's wrong and fix your broken items. Clinics build community and reduce the amount of stuff thrown in the trash.
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Schedule
Natural Resources Commission Meeting
Oct. 11; 6 p.m.
City Council Work Session
Oct. 17; 5 p.m.
City Council Meeting
Oct. 17; 7 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting
Oct. 24; 7 p.m.
Meetings take place at City Hall; changes or cancellations are noted at?mendotaheightsmn.gov/Calendar.
How to Watch
Watch online or on demand at?townsquare.tv/webstreaming;?or 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
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