This issue highlights fix it clinics, proposed sewer rate changes and more...





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Mendota Heights, Minneosta




*FRIDAY NEWS | July 8, 2022*






THE LATEST?

Fix It Clinic

Get your broken fan, malfunctioning stereo and damaged shorts rescued by handy volunteers at the next monthly Dakota County Fix-It Clinics. Repair-savvy volunteers will guide residents through each step, from troubleshooting to completed repair.

Upcoming Fix-It Clinics will be held:


* Sunday, July 17, 1?3 p.m., Burnhaven Library, Burnsville
* Saturday, Aug. 20, noon?3 p.m., Wentworth Library, West St. Paul

Bring up to three items that need fixing or mending. Common items brought to clinics are radios, vacuums and clothes. All clothing must be clean. Bring tools or parts that you think might be helpful.

Fix-It Clinics reduce unnecessary trash sent to landfills and teach residents helpful repair skills.

For future dates, more information or to volunteer, visit www.dakotacounty.us [ [link removed] ] and search "fix-it clinics".?

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Free music in the park

Wed, July 13 | 6-7:30pm |?Market Square Park [ [link removed] ]

Join us for live Music in the Parks! Enjoy cover and original country music by this local band trio.

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Proposed sanitary sewer rate changes

The City of Mendota Heights is proposing to adjust the rate structure on how residents and commercial customers are billed for sanitary sewer services in order to charge more equitably for usage, simplify the billing system, promote water conservation and keep pace with expenses.?

As proposed, the quarterly base fee for metered residential and commercial service will decrease and no longer include discharge, while the usage rate will increase from $3.50 to $4.67 per 100 cubic feet. Based on this structure, over 40% of residential customers should see a decrease in their sanitary sewer bill, while the average consumer will see an increase of less than $10 per quarter.?

The late fee will change from a flat fee of $4.00 to 5% of the total bill and the grace period for late payments will increase from 21 to 30 days.??

*This initiative will be presented by City staff at the July 19 regular City Council meeting scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.*

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Coffee with Council
Coffee with the Council

*Thursday, July 14 from 4:00-5:00pm?*|*?Theresa's Mexican Restaurant?*

Community members are invited to?Coffee with the Council- with a twist, as this month Mayor Levine and Councilor Paper will host at?Theresa's Mexican Restaurant in Mendota Heights from 4-5pm with chips and salsa on Thursday, July 14th.?

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Night to Unite
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Night to Unite will take place on Tuesday, August 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. This event brings together neighbors and local public safety to help prevent crime. Neighborhoods are invited to host parties such as potlucks, cookouts, and ice cream socials to help build community and meet new friends. Mendota Heights Public Safety will stop by registered parties with their emergency vehicles, visit with neighbors, and answer any questions you may have. Those interested in hosting a party must?*register by Monday, July 25*. ??

Night to Unite registration form [ [link removed] ]

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Absentee Voting

*VOTING IS OPEN* for Primary Election!

What is a Primary Election? A primary election determines which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election. [ [link removed] ]

On your ballot [ [link removed] ], vote within one political party. Select a candidate/team you vote to represent that political party for each of the following partisan state offices:


* Governor/Lieutenant Governor
* Secretary of State
* Attorney General

On the back, vote for one nonpartisan county office:


* County Attorney

*Ways to vote:*


* _June 24 - August 8_ by absentee ballot [ [link removed] ]
* US Mail
* Drop Box outside City Hall 24/7
* In-person at City Hall during business hours

* _August 9_ on election day, in-person, at your polling place [ [link removed] ] 7am to 8 pm

Visit our website [ [link removed] ] for more information.

Secure Absentee Ballot Box at City Hall
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*LEARN MORE* [ [link removed] ]

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We are Hiring! Join the City of Mendota Heights team and apply now for these positions:

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*Fall Seasonal Recreation*

* *Clubhouse Workers [ [link removed] ]*

Visit job postings at?mendotaheightsmn.gov/employment [ [link removed] ].

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BUSINESS NEWS

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Did you start a business during COVID-19?

Employers who started businesses after February 15, 2020, may be eligible for the Employee Retention Credit consisting of a refund of 50% of qualified wages or up to $10,000 per employee per year. This credit has been extended specifically for these employers with payroll in Q3 and Q4 of 2021. Employers can learn more at?irs.gov/newsroom/employee-retention-credit-2020-vs-2021-comparison-chart [ [link removed] ]?and can speak with their tax professional about this credit to help determine their eligibility.

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RECYCLING

Clear out mattresses at a discount

Certified Recycling [ [link removed] ] is offering a special pickup rate for Dakota County residents through Labor Day (Sept. 5) on mattresses or box springs. Certified Recycling disassembles items and sends the metal, wood and cloth to businesses that can make new products. Even better, quality mattresses are donated to Bridging [ [link removed] ] and given to people pursuing housing stability.

*Cost* ? recycling is $45 for the first item and $25 for each additional item; use the code DC2022 to waive the pickup fee, too.

*Accepted* ? any size mattress or box spring, no limit.

*Not accepted* ? items with a history of bedbugs or contaminated with blood or hazardous waste.

Get information and schedule a pick up at certifiedrecycling.org [ [link removed] ] or call 952-894-1448.

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Reminder: Plant pots don?t go in the recycling cart

Recyclers don't like plant pots or plant tags. The Home Depot garden centers in Apple Valley and Burnsville are accepting pots (max five at a time) as well as Lowe?s in West St. Paul. Or, offer yours up to Dakota County Master Gardeners or other local organizations for their annual plant sales.

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*Upcoming recycling events*

Shoe & Clothing Recycling Drop Off (Good Condition Items) [ [link removed] ]

*Aug 1-12*
Mendota Heights City Hall Parking Lot & Other Locations

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Recent highlights:

* The South St. Paul Compost Site is open and accepts grass clippings, sod, leaves and other yard waste. Visit their website [ [link removed] ] for information on hours of operation, type of yard waste accepted, and costs. Note that hours/days of operation may change based on weather conditions.? ??
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NATURAL RESOURCES

Public Comment (Closes Friday July 8): Natural Resources Management Plan
Draft NRMP

The City of Mendota Heights is updating its Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP). The plan will serve as a tool to help guide the City in making decisions and taking actions to conserve and manage its natural resources. A public presentation of the NRMP draft was given by the City?s consultant, Resource Environmental Solutions (RES), at the regular meeting of the City Council on May 17, 2022.? Click HERE [ [link removed] ] to view the presentation. Members of the public are invited to comment on the NRMP. Please submit comments or questions by* Friday, July 8, 2022*, to Krista Spreiter, Natural Resources Coordinator, at 651-255-1123, or via Email at: [email protected].

View the Natural Resources Management Plan Here [ [link removed] ]

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Bilingual Smart Salting Workshops

*MPCA Smart Salting for Property Management in Spanish Training*

Annual property damage from salt use is high. Uncover ways to use less salt on your property while providing a high level of safety by getting Smart Salting certified. To reduce the amount of salt polluting our lakes, rivers, and groundwater the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency offers a training certification for property management to provide strategies that will not only save your organization money but will also protect Minnesota?s water resources.

This training is perfect for management-level property managers, business owners, private contractors, and those who perform winter maintenance. Instruction will be provided in English by Bolton & Menk, Inc. and the MPCA. Live translation and interpretation into Spanish will be provided by All in One Translation. Trainings are funded by the Lower Mississippi River Watershed Management Organization.

??????????????? In-person ? Tuesday August 30th *Register **HERE* [ [link removed] ]

??????????????????????????????? Villa Del Sol Community Space, St. Paul, MN [ [link removed] ]

??????????????????????????????? Walk-ins welcome without registration!

? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Virtual ? Monday September 19th *Register **HERE* [ [link removed] ]

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Smart Salting in Spanish
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* Learn how to identify, control, and prevent the spread of the invasive species garlic mustard. [ [link removed] ]
* Spring is a great time for citizens to pitch in and clean up a shoreline! Learn more about the Adopt a River program and access planning tools for your cleanup event through the Freshwater Society. [ [link removed] ]?
* The?Lower Minnesota River Watershed District (LMRWD) is seeking volunteers to serve on its Citizen Advisory Committee. [ [link removed] ]??
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Create a beautiful garden to benefit pollinators, improve water quality, or stabilize your shoreline with the Landscaping for Clean Water program. Learn more about their Introductory, Design, and Maintenance classes -- get started today. [ [link removed] ]


* I'm planning a project near a surface water. Do I need a permit? [ [link removed] ]
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POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS

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Weekly Crime Report

Incident reports 6/31/2022 - 07/07/2022 [ [link removed] ]
Previous "Weekly Crime Report/Just the Facts"?publications are available in the Laserfiche archive system on the City's website [ [link removed] ].?

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Sign up for emergency alerts

The Emergency Alert Program is available through the Dakota Communications Center (DCC) at?dakota911mn.gov [ [link removed] ].

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Stay in touch through Nextdoor

The MHPD has expanded their social media channels to include Nextdoor. Learn more and sign up at?nextdoor.com [ [link removed] ].?

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For immediate public safety response and non-emergency police assistance call 9-1-1

The Police Department will also continue to process requests for police reports, gun permits, etc. Link to the forms under Public Resources at mendotaheightsmn.gov/police [ [link removed] ]. Completed forms and general questions can be submitted via email to [email protected].


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PARKS & RECREATION



Gearing up for summer fun

Tune up your bike, grab your helmet, and join community members on a monthly summer bike ride. Folks on Spokes rides are casual with an emphasis on social. Routes are between 7-15 miles, with stops every 3-4 miles, at an average pace of 8-10 MPH. Rides will start and finish at the same location, and take place in Mendota Heights or neighboring cities. This a free event, however registration is required to be on the email list that announces routes. Route information is sent via email about one week prior to ride dates. This program is in partnership with the Cities of WSP and SSP.

Upcoming ride dates (routes to-be-announced)


* July 26, 6 p.m.
* Aug 19, 9 a.m.

*Register to Join* [ [link removed] ]

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Save the dates!

Mark your calendars and head out to the parks for live music and entertainment this summer. The concerts are free to attend!?


* *July 13:* *Up South [ [link removed] ]* @ Market Square Park (6:00-7:30pm)
* *July 27:*?Flying Train Wreak @ Mendakota Park (6:30-8:00pm)
* *August 12: Funktion Junction [ [link removed] ]* @ Mendakota Park (6:30-8:00pm)
* *August 24: Rockin' Hollywoods [ [link removed] ] *@ Mendakota Park (6:00-7:30pm)
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*Free drop-in program - no registration required*

Join us on Tuesdays this summer for the City's traveling program that brings recreation to local neighborhood spots. Staff will set up activities and equipment for youth to enjoy: games, sports, arts, crafts, and more! Supervision is provided during the listed event time only; for ages 6-12. This program is in partnership with West St. Paul.?


* *July 12:*?1:30-2:30pm at?Harmon Park, WSP
* *July 19*:? 12:30-1:30pm at Southview Park, WSP
* *July 26*:? 1:30-2:30pm at Mendakota Park

*View the Tour de Rec summer schedule [ [link removed] ]*.

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*Still Looking for Summer Fun??*

Registration is open for summer recreation programs. Visit the?Summer Fun webpage [ [link removed] ]?to view and register for upcoming programs and activities.






COMMUNITY CALENDAR

*Public Meetings*

Meeting changes or cancellations are noted on the City's website mendotaheightsmn.gov/calendar [ [link removed] ]. Meetings take place at City Hall unless otherwise noted.?Meeting attendees should adhere to the posted City Hall safety guidelines.

Watch regular meetings online at townsquare.tv/webstreaming [ [link removed] ]?(available live or for replay) or on cable television:


* City Council: Channel 18/798 HD
* Planning Commission: Channel 18/798 HD
* Parks and Recreation Commission: Channel 15/859 HD
* Airport Relations Commission (select meetings are broadcast): Channel 15/859 HD
* Natural Resources Commission: Not yet televised

"Occasionally broadcasted channels may change; check Town Square Television's listings [ [link removed] ] for updates."

Upcoming Meeting Schedule

* *Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting | *July 12,? 6:30 p.m.
* *Airport Relations Commission Meeting?**| *July 12,? 6:30 p.m. Eagan City Hall
* *Natural Resources Commission | *July 13,? 6:00 p.m.
* *City Council Work Session** | *July 19,? 4:00 p.m.
* *City Council Meeting** | *July 19,? 6:00 p.m.

City Business Hours

*City Hall:*?Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Friday 7-11:30 a.m.

*Police Department:* Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

*Public Works Building*: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

*City Hall Contact Information [ [link removed] ]*






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








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