This issue highlights construction updates, the upcoming parks celebration, upcoming direct balloting fnew sewer rates and more...





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Mendota Heights, Minneosta




*FRIDAY NEWS | July 29,2022*






THE LATEST 
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Construction Update

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*Centre Pointe Street Improvements*

Bituminous Roadways is currently working on rehabilitation of Pilot Knob Rd, Acacia Blvd, Commerce Ave, Lemay Ave, and Waters Drive.  Portions of curb are being replaced on these streets and a new trail on Acacia Blvd to the off leash dog park has been graded.  The contractor will be starting on Centre Pointe Business park and Dakota Drive next week.

*Wentworth Park*

The Wentworth Park paving improvements are nearing completion.  The project involved installing a paved surface to the hockey rink, trail connections to the park pavilions and basketball court, and parking lot and trail paving.  This work is expected to be substantially complete on Friday, July 29.

*Ivy Falls East*

The Ivy Falls East Improvements are also nearing completion with minor punchlist items being completed.  This project also included a trail connection from Sylvandale Road to Ivy Hills Park.

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2022 Parks Celebration

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Friday August 12

*Food Truck Friday: 4:30-8PM Mendakota Park*

Dine outdoors in the park! A wide variety of food truck vendors will be featured to purchase from.

*Kids Magician Brian Richards: 5-6PM Mendakota Park *

Prepare for the whole family to be amazed by the magic of this local magician.

*Funktion Junction Live in Concert: 6:30-8PM Mendakota Park*

Enjoy this dance band that specializes in recreating the sounds of the 70s- from Motown, the Temptations and Marvin Gaye to Donna Summer. 

Saturday August 13

*Youth Parkin' Lot Party: 9-10am Mendakota Park*

Swing by Mendakota Park for a youth style parkin' lot party featuring Kidsdance DJ and dancing, games, bubbles, and more fun kid activities.

*Kids Festival & City Open House: 12-3pm Mendakota Park *

Bring the kids to bounce the day away in the park with inflatables, mini-golf, a rock-climbing wall, and more! City staff and commissions will also be available to connect with. 

Sunday August 14

*Pickleball Tournament 8-11am Marie Park*

Play in this doubles tournament (open division). There is a limit of 32 teams available on a first-come first serve basis. Teams may register online on the City's website or at City Hall. One person per pair must be a resident of Mendota Heights. Preregistration required. Register under "special events" HERE [ [link removed] ]

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MSP Airport Meet the Fleet -C130

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The Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport (MSP) is a joint civil-military airport and is home to the 133rd Airlift Wing of the Minnesota Air National Guard (ANG) and the 934th Airlift Wing of the Air Force Reserve (AFR).

The ANG and AFR have a fleet of eight Lockheed C130 Hercules aircraft to facilitate the mission of providing worldwide deployment of people, cargo and services.  The C130 first entered service in 1956.  The ANG use the C130 for formation air drop missions.  That is why you'll often see these aircraft flying in and out of MSP in pairs, or formation.

The C130 is the latest aircraft highlighted in MSP's Meet the Fleet video series.  This series gives viewers behind the scenes information about different aircraft types.    The C130 Meet the Fleet video is available for viewing on the Metropolitan Airports Commission Meet the Fleet [ [link removed] ] website page and MSP's YouTube Channel. [ [link removed] ] 


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Upcoming Sanitary Sewer Rate Changes

The City of Mendota Heights is adjusting 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. 

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.  

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Voting is Open!

Primary Election day is August 9, 2022.  Before election day, voters can vote either by absentee ballot envelope or, starting August 2, by direct ballot (insert ballot into the machine just like on election day) at City Hall.

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] ] envelope
* US Mail
* Drop Box outside City Hall 24/7
* In-person at City Hall during business hours

* _August 2 – August 8_ by direct ballot
* 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

Drop off your absentee ballots either inside City Hall or at our secure ballot drop box out front.

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

* *Police Officer  [ [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

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Mattress Recycling

*Saturday, August 20* | 9am to noon

Mendakota Park [ [link removed] ], 2171 Dodd Road

Residents of Mendota Heights, Sunfish Lake, and Lilydale can drop off any size of mattresses and box springs for recycling. Mattresses $10 each, box springs $10 each, and crib mattresses $5 each. Payment by cash or check only. Identification is required. No other items will be accepted at this event.

For questions and more information, contact Recycling Coordinator Cassandra Johnson at 651-255-1347 or email [email protected].

"Sponsored by the City of Mendota Heights, Lilydale, and Sunfish Lake. Funded in part by Dakota County and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency"

*Upcoming recycling events*

*Upcoming Organi​cs Trainings [ [link removed] ]*

Residents are invited to a free informational session to get an overview of the residential organics drop-off program and to answer questions.   


* Wednesday, Aug. 10, 6–6:45 p.m., Robert Trail Library, Rosemount
* Thursday, Aug. 11, noon–12:45 p.m. – Virtual
* Monday, Aug. 15, 6–6:45 p.m. – Virtual

*Register for a training session." " [ [link removed] ]*

 

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

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

 

Dakota County Organics Trainings [ [link removed] ]

Residents are invited to a free informational session to get an overview of the residential organics drop-off program and to answer questions.   


* Wednesday, Aug. 10, 6–6:45 p.m., Robert Trail Library, Rosemount
* Thursday, Aug. 11, noon–12:45 p.m. – Virtual
* Monday, Aug. 15, 6–6:45 p.m. – Virtual

*Register for a training session HERE." " [ [link removed] ]*

 

Dakota County Fix It Clinics [ [link removed] ]

August 20 12-3pm: Wentworth Library

September 17 12-3pm : Wescott Library

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

Callahan Boulevard Native Planting

The Boulevard along the west side of Callahan Place received a makeover this week. Approximately 300 native flowers, grasses, and shrubs were planted within City right-of-way along Callahan Boulevard with the help of local resident Rosemary Husbands and City Volunteer Renae Goldman. The project began when the area was cleared of trees and brush under overhead utility lines, which consisted mainly of common buckthorn and other invasive species. Rosemary saw the opportunity to restore the area with a native planting instead of allowing the invasive species to grow back. She contacted the City, and the project became a partnership to restore the area; creating a space for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife, as well as adding some aesthetic enhancement for residents to enjoy.

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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] ]

 

Smart Salting in Spanish
Recent highlights [ [link removed] ] [ [link removed] ]

* 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 7/22/22-7/28/2022
Previous "Weekly Crime Report/Just the Facts" publications are available in the Laserfiche archive system on the City's website [ [link removed] ]. 

 

Sign up for emergency alerts

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

 

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] ]. 

 

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



Final Ride of the year!

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)


* 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! 


* *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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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

* *City Council Meeting** | *August 3,  6:00 p.m.
* *Parks and Recreation Commission Work Session | *August 4,  5:00 p.m.
* *Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting | *August 10,  6:00 p.m.
* *Natural Resources Commission Meeting* * | *August 11,  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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