Winter Whirl is Here!





Having trouble viewing this email?  [ [link removed] ]View it as a web page [ [link removed] ]





New Web Header




________________________________________________________________________



Winter Whirl
Winter Whirl is Here!

*Medallion Hunt - Medallion has been found.
"Thanks for joining in the fun."
*

*Snow Day at Rogers Lake! [ [link removed] ]
Sat, Feb. 7; 12-2 p.m.*
*Rogers Lake Park*
Enjoy ice fishing, ice skating on Rogers Lake (ice conditions permitting) with silent disco headphones, a petting zoo, food trucks, warm fires, snow painting and sledding!

*Puzzle Competition! [ [link removed] ]
Sun, Feb. 8; 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.*
*St. Thomas Academy*
Registration has closed for this fun and friendly competition; please stop by to cheer for your favorite teams!



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


________________________________________________________________________



Community Keeps Community Safe 

On February 4th, 2026 the Mendota Heights City Council passed Resolution 2026-11 Reaffirming the city of Mendota Heights' Support for Police Department Policy 412 Regarding immigration Violations [ [link removed] ]. 

The resolution reaffirms that the City of Mendota Heights does not engage in immigration enforcement and that the Police Department’s role is focused on public safety and enforcing state law and local ordinances. It sets clear limits on cooperation with federal immigration authorities. By emphasizing lawful procedures, oversight, and protections for victims and witnesses, the resolution reinforces a process that prioritizes constitutional policing, community trust, and equitable service. 

Community Resources

Know Your Rights

* •MN Attorney General – www.ag.state.mn.us [ [link removed] ]
* •ACLU – www.aclu-mn.org [ [link removed] ] or www.aclu.org/know-your-rights [ [link removed] ]
* •Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota – www.ilcm.org [ [link removed] ]

Food Support – Give/Get Food

* Neighbors, Inc. – www.neighborsmn.org [ [link removed] ]
* 360 Communities – www.360communities.org [ [link removed] ]
* The Open Door – theopendoorpantry.org [ [link removed] ]
* United Way 211 – www.211unitedway.org [ [link removed] ]

Housing and Rental Assistance

* Emergency Rent Relief Fund - Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless [ [link removed] ]: Time-limited rental assistance to help Minnesota households experiencing housing instability due to loss of income related to immigration enforcement. This fund is designed to respond quickly and compassionately to keep people in their homes during this crisis.

*More Information* [ [link removed] ]


________________________________________________________________________



Ash
Weed of the Month: Rowan Mountain Ash

Rowan Mountain Ash ("Sorbus aucuparia") is an invasive tree native to Europe and Asia that has been planted in the U.S. as an ornamental. It resembles the native mountain ash ("Sorbus americana"), but the invasive species has larger fruit and flowers, and leaflets that are more rounded and less pointed.

This species spreads aggressively by producing bright orange/red berries and can shade out native plants in forested areas. Leaves are compound with 9–15 toothed leaflets, and the tree produces clusters of small white flowers followed by berry-like fruits.

*Control Recommendations (MN DNR):*


* Do not plant Rowan Mountain Ash; it is still sold but will be phased out within three years.
* Prevent spread by cleaning clothing and gear after hiking in areas where it occurs.
* Remove young plants by hand or with equipment.
* Use systemic herbicides; cut stumps must be treated to prevent re-sprouting.


*More Information* [ [link removed] ]


________________________________________________________________________



Sustainable Mendota Heights Business [ [link removed] ]
Sustainable Mendota Heights Speaker Series: Energy

Join Xcel Energy, Center for Energy and Environment, and the City of Mendota Heights to learn how businesses can become more energy efficient, leading to cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint. 

*Tuesday, Feb. 10, 8-9 a.m.*
*Mendota Heights City Hall*

Planning to attend?* Please register online [ [link removed] ]*.

Curious about the Sustainable Mendota Heights business program? *Here's a snapshot [ [link removed] ]*.



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


________________________________________________________________________



pd logo sm
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] ]*.



*Feb. 6 Crime Report* [ [link removed] ]


________________________________________________________________________



MARK YOUR CALENDAR

________________________________________________________________________



Coffee
Coffee with the Council

*Feb. 12; 5-6 p.m.*
*McDonald's*

Join council members for a casual conversation over coffee.



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


________________________________________________________________________



PUBLIC MEETINGS

________________________________________________________________________



*Schedule*

*Natural Resources Commission Meeting*
Feb. 11; 6 p.m.

*City Council Work Session
*Feb. 17; 4:30 p.m.

*City Council Meeting
*Feb. 17; 6 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/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] ].*






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








Stay connected with the City of Mendota Heights:

Facebook
*@MendotaHeightsMN [ [link removed] ] 
@MendotaHeightsPD [ [link removed] ]   
@MHParksAndRec [ [link removed] ]*

 Instagram 
*@MendotaHeightsMN* [ [link removed] ] 

 

SUBSCRIBER SERVICES:
Manage Subscriptions [ [link removed] ]  | Help [ [link removed] ]  | Unsubscribe from all Topics [ [link removed] ]

________________________________________________________________________

This email was sent to [email protected] using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: City of Mendota Heights · 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights · MN 55118 GovDelivery logo [ [link removed] ]

body .abe-column-block { min-height: 5px; } table.gd_combo_table img {margin-left:10px; margin-right:10px;} table.gd_combo_table div.govd_image_display img, table.gd_combo_table td.gd_combo_image_cell img {margin-left:0px; margin-right:0px;} table.govd_hr {min-width: 100%;}