Fire Department Open House, Direct Ballot Voting and More!





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National Fire Prevention Week

National Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6-12. Explore age-appropriate lessons for your entire family and learn more about the importance of working smoke alarms at *NFPA.org [ [link removed] ]*.

Fire Department Open House

*Oct. 12; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.*
*Mendota Heights Fire Station*

Join us for this annual event for the whole family, featuring:


* Fire Extinguisher Training
* Safety House
* Junior Firefighter Obstacle Course
* Hands-Only CPR Training
* Snuffer’s Grand Prize Game
* Live Fire Demonstrations
* Fire Prevention BINGO
* Emergency Vehicles

And more! 



*More Fire Prevention Week Info* [ [link removed] ]


Vote
Election 2024: Absentee Voting

Request a ballot online or in-person at City Hall, then return it by mail, in the drop box at City Hall, or in-person during City Hall voting hours. Be sure to return your ballot by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

*Direct Ballot Voting*

Direct ballot voting takes place at City Hall *beginning Oct. 18*, and continues in the weeks leading up to Election Day. During this time, you can apply for and receive your ballot, mark it and place it directly in the ballot box.

Voting Hours:

* Mon.-Thurs. 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
* Fri. 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Extended Voting Hours: 

* Saturday, Oct. 26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
* Tuesday, Oct. 29, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
* Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
* Sunday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
* Monday, Nov. 4, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.


*MendotaHeightsMN.gov/Elections* [ [link removed] ]


Apply
City Seeks Parks and Recreation Commission Student Representative

Mendota Heights High School students are invited to apply for an open student representative position on the City’s Parks and Recreation Commission. Student representatives serve as communication links for ideas, observations, concerns and questions to the commission. 

The Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission advises the City Council on matters pertaining to parks and recreation programs. The Commission makes recommendations relating to the acquisition, development, and improvement of the city’s parks and recreational facilities and advises the City Council on the establishment of written rules and regulations for the use and management of city parks. 

The Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.



*Learn More and Apply* [ [link removed] ]


Fall
Fall Tree Color

What makes for a colorful fall display courtesy of our shade trees? There is often a lot of emphasis put on weather; however, overall weather has less to do with the changing of the leaves than you may think. The main factor in the changing of leaves is shorter periods of sunlight. During the spring and summer, leaves get their green color from chlorophyll, through the process of photosynthesis. With the approach of fall, shorter periods of daylight trigger a dormancy response in trees, and they stop making chlorophyll. As the green color diminishes, the other colors in the leaves remain.

Weather, however, can affect how brightly leaves may turn and how long they may display their fall color. The best fall leaf displays are influenced by late summer and early autumn weather. Typically, sunny days and cool fall nights create the brightest fall color. Warm, wet and overcast late summers and autumns can reduce the vibrancy of leaves due to reduced sugar production.



*Minnesota Fall Colors Map* [ [link removed] ]


Volunteer
Volunteer Opportunity

Volunteers are needed for the City's Trick-Or-Teeing event, Oct. 19 at the Par 3 Community Golf Course. The event is from 4-6 p.m. and volunteers are needed from 3:15-6:30 p.m. Volunteers are welcome to come dressed up for Halloween!

Volunteer positions include: 

* Candy Givers: Handing out candy to kids
* Snack Table Supervisors: Pouring apple cider, restocking snack bags, keeping clubhouse clean
* Candy Restockers: Keeping vendors stocked with candy during event

To volunteer, apply today!



*MendotaHeightsMN.gov/Volunteer* [ [link removed] ]


We're Hiring
Now Hiring

Seasonal Ice Skating Assistant [ [link removed] ]

Part Time Non-Exempt - $14.00 - $14.75 Hourly

Seasonal Rink Flooder [ [link removed] ]

Part Time Non-Exempt - $16.75 - $17.50 Hourly

*Seasonal Warming House Attendant [ [link removed] ]*

Part Time Non-Exempt - $13.25 - $14.00 Hourly

*Skating Instructor [ [link removed] ]*

Part Time Non-Exempt - $16.75 - $17.50 Hourly



*MendotaHeightsMN.gov/Employment* [ [link removed] ]


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Weekly Crime Report

The Mendota Heights Police Department provides a weekly list of incidents taking place in our community. View *historical crime reports [ [link removed] ]*.



*Oct. 11 Crime Report* [ [link removed] ]


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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

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Coffee, Cribbage and Cards

*Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m.
**Par 3 Community Clubhouse*

Ages 55+ for this free event; no experience required.

 

 



Walking
Fall Walking Group

*Oct. 17; 9-10 a.m.*

Join Parks and Recreation staff for a 2-3 mile walk; register to receive the meetup location.

 

 



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Trick-or-Teeing

*Oct. 19; 4-6 p.m.*
*Par 3 Community Golf Course*

Celebrate the season by taking your little ghosts or goblins for a spooktacular trick-or-teeing experience! Come in costume and visit six golf course holes for a treat and enjoy festive games and arts/crafts. This event is geared towards children ages 13 and under.

This is a free event, no registration is required.



*MendotaHeightsMN.gov/Calendar* [ [link removed] ]


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PUBLIC MEETINGS

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*Schedule*

*City Council Work Session*
Oct. 15; 5 p.m.

*City Council Meeting*
Oct. 15; 7 p.m.

*Natural Resources Commission Work Session*
Oct. 16; 6 p.m.

*Planning Commission Meeting
*Oct. 22; 7 p.m.

Meetings take place at City Hall; changes or cancellations are noted at *mendotaheightsmn.gov/Calendar [ [link removed] ]*.

How to Watch

Watch online or on demand at *townsquare.tv/webstreaming [ [link removed] ];* 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*

*Find meeting agendas and minutes at *MendotaHeightsMN.gov/AgendaCenter [ [link removed] ]*.*






*Official Website of the City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota [ [link removed] ]*
1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Phone: 651-452-1850








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