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*FRIDAY NEWS | Nov. 18, 2022*






LATEST NEWS
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Ice Skate [ [link removed] ]
Stay Connected this Winter

As the seasons change and the long winter months roll in, take advantage of the many opportunities to stay connected with others through parks and recreation programs and events!

Introduce your little one to ice skating with fun and affordable outdoor lessons; join a fun, non-competitive bowling league for all ages and abilities; register your young tumbler for Saturday gymnastics; or register your school-age kids for a winter break field trip.

Then, keep your eye on the weather and get ready to head out for a pickup hockey game or family skate time on one of the City's three outdoor rinks!



*Rink Locations and Warming House Hours* [ [link removed] ]

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Mayor for a Day
Mayor for a Day Essay Contest

What would Mendota Heights look like if kids were in charge? The League of Minnesota Cities Mayor for a Day Essay Contest is back to find out!

To enter, fourth, fifth and sixth graders can answer the prompt, ?What would you do if you were mayor for a day?? for a chance to win $100 and recognition in?"Minnesota Cities"?magazine.

The deadline for submissions is?*Dec. 12*.?Winners only will be notified in early January.

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*lmc.org/MayorForADay* [ [link removed] ]

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Now Hiring!

Open positions include:

Police Officer [ [link removed] ]

Full-Time, Non Exempt?-?$68,452.80 - $102,440.00 Annually

*Rink Flooder (Seasonal) [ [link removed] ]*

Part-Time, Non-Exempt?-?$11.00 - $12.50 Hourly

*Skating Instructor (Seasonal) [ [link removed] ]*

Part-Time, Non-Exempt?-?$15.75 - $16.50 Hourly

*Warming House/Rink Attendant (Seasonal) [ [link removed] ]*

Part-Time, Non-Exempt?-?$11.00 - $12.50 Hourly

*Apply Today* [ [link removed] ]

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RECYCLING
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Yard Sign
*Yard Sign Recycling *

*Nov. 9?20*
*City Hall*

The City is partnering with Dakota County to collect and recycle used yard signs.



*Calendar Details* [ [link removed] ]

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Tools
*Dakota County Fix It Clinic*

*12?3 p.m. Nov. 19
**Farmington Library*

Get items fixed or mended for free and learn useful repair skills.



*Calendar Details* [ [link removed] ]

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Shoes
Shoe Recycling

*Nov. 14-21*
*Multiple Locations*

Shoes in good condition will be cleaned up and reused by giving to those in need. Shoes that are no longer in good condition will be separated and the parts?such as?rubber and textiles will be recycled.?



*More Info* [ [link removed] ]

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Sports Equipment
Sports Equipment Donation

*Nov. 1-30*
*Burnsville Ice Arena*

Donate reusable sporting equipment to the United Heroes League, a non-profit whose mission it is to provide military kids around the country with sports equipment, camps, and special experiences.?



*More Info* [ [link removed] ]

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NATURAL RESOURCES
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Home Energy Squad
Schedule a Home Energy Squad Visit

Increasing the energy efficiency in your home is one of the easiest ways to save money on utility bills. The *Home Energy Squad [ [link removed] ]* program offers Xcel Energy customers a visit from an energy professional who will assess your home for energy savings opportunities and connect you with utility rebates and other financing options if you decide to move forward with recommended improvements.



*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]

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Buckthorn Removal Volunteers
Buckthorn Removal Event

Members of the Mendota Heights Natural Resources Commission, together with resident volunteers, braved the cold last Saturday to remove buckthorn from Valley Park. Buckthorn is an invasive woody plant that invades and out-competes native vegetation, creating increased erosion and shading out native plant, shrub, and tree species. During the event, volunteers removed buckthorn from an approximate 8,000 square foot area, south of the Marie Avenue pedestrian underpass and adjacent to the pedestrian trail.

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POLICE DEPARTMENT
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Weekly Crime Report

Incident reports: *Nov. 12-17 [ [link removed] ]*

Previous "Weekly Crime Report/Just the Facts"?publications are available in the?*Laserfiche archive system* [ [link removed] ]?on the City website.? [ [link removed] ]

Follow MHPD on Facebook* @MendotaHeightsPD [ [link removed] ]*.



*Nov. 17 Crime Report* [ [link removed] ]

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Toys for Teens
PD Collecting Toys for Teens

The Mendota Heights Police Department and the *Scott Carver Dakota Community Action Partnership [ [link removed] ]* (CAP) have teamed up to collect gifts for tweens and teens ages 10-18 this holiday season.

Toys collected will help CAP offer holiday shopping opportunities for teens experiencing homelessness and families in need.

Unwrapped gifts can be dropped off any time Nov. 10-Dec. 11 at the Mendota Heights Police Department (1101 Victoria Curve).



*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]

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PARKS & RECREATION
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Children Playing
Tour de Rec

Join us for this free, monthly recreation program aimed at bringing fun to neighborhoods throughout the community.?

Staff will coordinate activities and equipment for youth ages 6-12 years-old to enjoy, including group games, sports, arts and crafts, and more!?

This is a free drop-in program; no registration required. Children under 6 years-old, must be accompanied by an adult.

Upcoming Dates:

*December 1*
*6 -7 p.m.*

Thompson Park Activity Center - Inside Building
1200 Stassen Ln, West St. Paul

*January 5*
*6-7 p.m.*

Garlough Environmental Magnet School
1740 Charlton St., West St. Paul



*More Parks & Recreation Programs* [ [link removed] ]

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Fun Lab
Winter Break Field Trips

Make plans to keep the kids active and having fun over winter break with affordable field trips, Dec. 27 and 28.They'll enjoy activities like snow tubing, ice skating and a trip to the Fun Lab, where they are sure to have a blast! Registration is required and space is limited.



*Register Today!* [ [link removed] ]

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PUBLIC WORKS
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Winter Runner
Winter Reminders: Snow Removal

With the arrival of snowy weather, Streets Maintenance crews are at work creating safe and passable City streets for motorists and pedestrians.

*Here's how you can help:*


* When out for a walk or a run, wear bright colored clothing and give plow drivers a wave to be sure they see you.
* When taking out the trash, be sure to place the bins behind the curb line and try not to leave them out longer than necessary, so your street can be plowed curb-to-curb.
* When shoveling, be sure to clear snow and ice around storm drains and fire hydrants.
* Remember, parking is prohibited on City streets from 2-6 a.m.


*Snow Removal Information* [ [link removed] ]

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*Friday News will not be sent out next week due to the Thanksgiving holiday, but will return on December 2, 2022.?






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] ]*

*Public Meetings*

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

Watch regular meetings online or on demand at *townsquare.tv/webstreaming [ [link removed] ];*?or watch 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*

Broadcast channels may change; check *Town Square Television listings [ [link removed] ]* for updates.

Meeting Schedule

* *City Council Meeting*?| Dec. 6; 6 p.m.
* *Parks Commission??| *Dec. 13; 6 p.m.
* *Natural Resources Commission*?| Dec. 14; 6 p.m.





*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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