Johnson Named Fire Chief





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Dan Johnson
*Johnson Named Fire Chief*

With the retirement of Chief Dave Dreelan, the City Council affirmed Dan Johnson as the 7th chief of the Mendota Heights Fire Department.

A 9-year veteran of the department, Dan served as a firefighter, squad captain and assistant training officer, before becoming training officer in July 2023.

Congratulations, Chief Johnson – and thank you for your commitment to the Mendota Heights community!



*More About Fire Chief Johnson* [ [link removed] ]


Communications
*Sustainable Communications*

To support the City’s environmental sustainability goals, the Heights Highlights newsletter – previously printed bi-monthly – is now a quarterly publication printed on recycled paper!

With this change, the City:


* Conserves money and natural resources with a 30% reduction in paper usage.
* Contributes to a circular economy by using 10% post-consumer waste (recycled) paper.
* Transfers City staff efforts to focus on more sustainable, digital communications.

Residents can help by:


* Subscribing to receive news and information from the City by email.
* Following the City on social media.
* Recycling the printed Heights Highlights newsletter after reading.


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


Winter Salt
Winter Salt Week

Winter Salt Week is January 27-31. Learn how to use less salt to keep sidewalks clear and protect water quality – and have fun.

Choose from many activities at the library: books on winter topics, scavenger hunt. Pick up a Salty Dawg activity book, temporary tattoo, origami and a button.

Sign up to volunteer to collect a water sample from a local lake, stream, or wetland and test it for chloride using the Izaak Walton League of America’s Salt Watch Kit.



*More Information* [ [link removed] ]


Girl Scouts
Reflective Safety Sashes Available

Local Girl Scout Troop 58370 hand crafted reflective safety sashes for residents of Mendota Heights! These reflective safety sashes come in three different sizes, and a size to fit dogs too!

Reflective safety sashes are designed for walkers, runners, and bikers to wear to make them more visible to passing motorists in all lighting conditions. Help us promote safe walking and pick up your free reflective safety sash in the Police Department, on the lower level of Mendota Heights City Hall. 

Thank you, Girl Scouts!



Holiday Lights
Last Call: Holiday Lights Recycling

Did you know holiday string lights can take years to break down in a landfill?

Recycle your old, unwanted and non-working holiday lights with convenient drop off during City Hall business hours by Friday, Jan. 31.



*More Recycling Information* [ [link removed] ]


Now Hiring
Now Hiring

*Natural Resources Intern [ [link removed] ]*

Seasonal, Full-Time, Non Exempt - $16.75 - $17.50 Hourly

*Parks and Recreation Intern [ [link removed] ]*

Seasonal, Full-Time, Non Exempt - $16.75 - $17.50 Hourly

*Seasonal Golf Course Clubhouse Worker [ [link removed] ]*

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

*Seasonal Golf Course Maintenance Worker [ [link removed] ]*

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



*Apply Today* [ [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] ]*.



*Jan. 24 Crime Report* [ [link removed] ]


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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

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FFF
Frozen Fun Fest is Feb. 3-9

This annual celebration brings the community together to enjoy the best of winter fun! *See a video snapshot of Frozen Fun Fest [ [link removed] ]*.

*Medallion Hunt
*Monday, Feb. 3; 9 a.m.*
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*Coloring Contest*
Monday, Feb. 3; 9 a.m.

*Ice Block Party*
Friday, Feb. 7; 5-8 p.m.
Friendly Hills Park

*Puzzle Competition**
Saturday, Feb. 8; 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Somerset Elementary School

*Learn to Ice Fish*
Saturday, Feb. 8; 2-4 p.m.
Rogers Lake Park

*Coffee with the Council*
Sunday, Feb. 9; 10-11 a.m.
Par 3 Community Clubhouse

**Registration required [ [link removed] ]*

Volunteers Needed

Help out at the Frozen Fun Fest Ice Block Party!

Volunteers are needed for:


* Snowshoe Trail: Work inside the warming house and assist families with checking out snowshoes and putting them on, then point them in the direction of the luminary trail. 
* Hot Chocolate Tent: Help make and serve hot chocolate to event participants.

*Click Here to Volunteer* [ [link removed] ]



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


CCC
Coffee, Cribbage and Cards

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

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



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


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PUBLIC MEETINGS

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*Schedule*

*Planning Commission Meeting*
Jan. 28; 7 p.m.

*City Council Meeting*
Feb. 4; 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] ]*.*






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1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Phone: 651-452-1850








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