Fire Prevention Week, Oak Awards and More





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NFPA
*Fire Prevention Week: Charge into Fire Safety*

It's Fire Prevention Week and the National Fire Protection Association is highlighting the importance of lithium-ion battery safety. These batteries power many everyday items, but if misused or improperly disposed of, they can cause fires. By following these simple steps, you can help keep your home and community safe:


* Buy only products with safety-tested certification marks, such as UL, ETL, or CSA.
* Charge devices using the proper cords and follow charging instructions.
* Recycle batteries at approved drop-off sites.


*nfpa.org* [ [link removed] ]


FD
Fire Department Open House

*Oct. 11; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.*
*Mendota Heights Fire Department*

Don't miss this fun and educational event for the whole family, complete with:

-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! 



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mndot
*MnDot Road Closure Alert*

*Location:* Highway 13 (Sibley Memorial Highway), from Wachtler Ave. to Sylvandale Rd. *Closure Period:* Oct. 20 to Oct. 24

All lanes will be closed in both directions during this time for final restoration and slope stabilization efforts. The intersection of Dodd Road and Smith Avenue will be opened prior to the closure of Highway 13. Please follow the posted detour route recommended by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT).



*MnDOT Website* [ [link removed] ]


Oak Awards
*Oak Awards*

The Mendota Heights Oak Awards honor those who protect our natural resources. Awards include youth leadership, strong environmental effort, and lifetime achievement. Nominations are due Jan. 31. Winners are chosen for their impact, and announced in the spring.



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


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No Scheduled Elections for Mendota Heights Residents in 2025

At its meeting on February 3, 2025, the School Board unanimously voted to transition school board elections from odd-numbered years to even-numbered years. As a result, there will be no school board election in 2025.

The next school board election will take place on November 3, 2026.



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


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LMC
Mayor for a Day

The League of Minnesota Cities is hosting its annual "Mayor for a Day" Essay Contest, inviting 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students from across the state to share their ideas for improving their communities. Students are encouraged to think creatively and write about what they would do if they were mayor for a day. The contest is a fun way to spark interest in local government and civic engagement at a young age. Selected winners will have their essays published and may receive special recognition from the League. It's a great opportunity for students to make their voices heard!



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


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Volunteer
Volunteers Needed

*Teaching Cribbage*

Calling all cribbage enthusiasts! Help spread the love of cribbage this fall by volunteering to teach new cribbage players the way of the game.



*MendotaHeightsMN.gov/Volunteer* [ [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. 10 Crime Report* [ [link removed] ]


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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

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Coffee
Coffee with the Council

*Oct. 12; 9-10 a.m.*
*Ze's Diner*

Join Council members for a casual conversation over coffee.



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City Hall
ADA Transition Plan Open House

*Oct. 15; 5-6:30 p.m.*
*City Hall*

Join city staff to learn more and ask questions about the draft ADA Transition Plan. The project team will be available from 5-6:30 and will deliver a formal presentation at 5:30. The draft ADA Transition Plan and presentation slides will be posted on the city website the day after the open house.



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Trick or Teeing
Trick-Or-Teeing

*Oct. 18; 4-6 p.m.*
*Par 3 Community Golf Course*

Come in costume to this free Trick-or-Treating event featuring 6 holes of mini-golf, snacks, hot apple cider and more!



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Mattress
Mattress and Box Spring Collection

*Oct. 25; 9 a.m.-Noon*
*Mendota Heights City Hall*

For the residents of Mendota Heights, West St. Paul, South St. Paul, Sunfish Lake, Lilydale & Mendota, we are collecting mattresses & box springs. They will be recycled by our partner Second Change Recycling.

*Cost:*
*Mattresses             $10 each*
*Box Springs           $10 each*
*Crib Mattresses     $5 each*

Payment by cash or check only.



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Shredded Paper
Shred Event

*Oct. 25; 9 a.m.-Noon*
*Mendakota Park*

8 Bag/box limit of shredding materials. Please remove plastic folders, 3-ring binders, spiral binders and binder clips before arrival. 



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


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PUBLIC MEETINGS

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*Schedule*

*Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting*
*Oct. 14; 6:30 p.m.

*City Council Work Session*
Oct. 21; 4:30 p.m.

*City Council Meeting*
Oct. 21; 6 p.m.

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

**Please note, in the Oct. 3 Friday News email, the incorrect date was listed for the upcoming Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting. The correct date is Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 6:30 p.m.*

How to Watch

Watch online or on demand at *townsquare.tv/Mendota-Heights-Streaming* [ [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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