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, 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.
Voting on Election Day
To vote in person on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, go to your designated polling place – polls are open from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. New this year, voters in precinct 4 who previously voted at St. Thomas Academy, will now be voting at Friendly Hills Middle School – this location will serve as a shared precinct for voters who live in precinct 4 and precinct 5.
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Police Department Recognition
Mendota Heights Police Investigator Eric Hagelee recently received a certificate of recognition from ALTO, a nationwide alliance working to protect retailers from crime and increase safety for all. The ALTO representatives thanked Investigator Hagelee with a certificate for his tireless work and collaboration with their organization, retail partners and law enforcement partners to get perpetrators of organized retail theft prosecuted.
Last fall, one of our local businesses became the victim of repeated and targeted thefts. Through investigative tools and partnerships with many metro cities and counties, it was quickly learned this was the work of an organized retail crime group. These individuals weren’t simply intent on stealing but also were known to verbally and physically threaten and assault both customers and staff and leave property damage in their wake. Investigator Hagelee worked with investigators from other metro cities to not only identify the perpetrators but ultimately connected them with 95 other thefts metro-wide totaling over $100,000 in losses.
Congratulations, Eric! We're proud of your perseverance in the pursuit of accountability for these victims.
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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.
The deadline for submissions is Dec. 13.
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Mendota Heights Wins Water Wise Challenge
Earlier this year, Dakota Co. challenged residents to take the Water Wise Challenge. And thanks to Mendota Heights residents' commitment to reducing water usage by more than 650,000, the City won the challenge, with a higher percentage of residents taking the pledge than any other City. Congratulations also, to the City of Eagan, for winning the overall challenge!
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Fall Street Sweeping
To prevent sediment from entering the City’s storm drains, street sweeping is conducted in the spring and fall. This year, fall street sweeping begins on Monday, Nov. 4 and should wrap up by the end of the week. You can help by moving vehicles from the street and keeping trash cans behind the curb line. Remember, it is illegal to place yard waste and debris onto City streets.
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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.
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Fall Shred Event
Oct. 26; 9 a.m.-Noon
Mendakota Park
Bring sensitive documents to shred for free.
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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.
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Fall Walking Group
Oct. 31; 9-11 a.m.
Join this group for a walk around Mendota Heights. Registration is free, and location information is shared with those who register.
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Pumpkin Composting
Nov. 2-3
Mendakota Park
Toss pumpkins into a giant dumpster for composting.
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Tour de Rec: Open Basketball
Nov. 7; 6-7 p.m.
Somerset Elementary
Join us for a free hour of basketball at Somerset Elementary School!
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Schedule
City Council Meeting
Wednesday, Oct. 30; 7 p.m.
City Council Meeting
Wednesday, Nov. 6; 7 p.m.
Natural Resources Commission Meeting
Nov. 7; 6 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
Find meeting agendas and minutes at MendotaHeightsMN.gov/AgendaCenter.
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