Apply to Serve on a City Commission

The City is accepting applications from residents to fill open positions on two City Advisory Commissions:

• One opening on the Parks and Recreation Commission (term: Oct. 8, 2025–Jan. 31, 2028)
• One student representative opening on the Natural Resources Commission (term: Oct. 2025–Aug. 2026).

Applicants must be residents of Mendota Heights; student applicants must be in grades 9–12. Submit your application and resume (or student application) by 10 a.m. on Sept. 19.

Weed of the Month: Common Burdock

Common Burdock is an invasive weed originally from Europe that now grows across the U.S. It has big, heart-shaped leaves (similar to rhubarb), a deep taproot, and can grow up to 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide. In mid-summer, it produces sticky, round seed heads—called burs—that cling to clothes, fur, and hair. These burs are even said to have inspired the invention of Velcro. The plant takes over open areas, woodland edges, and prairies by crowding out native plants, and each one can produce up to 15,000 seeds.

The best time to control common burdock is early in its growth, especially during the first year when it's in the floret stage. It can be removed by hand, mechanically, or with herbicide.

Now Hiring!

Seasonal Ice Skating Assistant

Part Time Non-Exempt - $14.25 - $15.00 Hourly

Part Time Non-Exempt - $17.00 - $18.50 Hourly

Seasonal Warming House Attendant

Part Time Non-Exempt - $13.50 - $14.25 Hourly

Skating Instructor

Part Time Non-Exempt - $17.00 - $18.50 Hourly

Weekly Crime Report

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

Music in the Park: Swinging on a Star*

Sept. 10; 6 p.m.
Market Square Park

Join Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation on various Wednesday evenings this summer for Music in the Park at Market Square Park! Don't forget a lawn chair or blanket.

*Sponsored by the Mendota Heights Community Foundation

Coffee with the Council

Sept. 11; 5-6 p.m.
McDonald's

Join Council members for a casual conversation over coffee.

Shred Event & Food Drive

Sept. 13; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wakota Federal Credit Union

Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby

Sept. 18; 4-7 p.m.
Rogers Lake Park

Join Mendota Heights Parks & Recreation for an evening of fishing at Rogers Lake Park! Register for free to catch the most fish, smallest fish, or biggest fish and win prizes all night long!