Toys collected will help CAP offer holiday shopping opportunities for teens experiencing homelessness and families in need.
Unwrapped gifts can be dropped off through Dec. 11 at the Mendota Heights Police Department (1101 Victoria Curve) or ordered from the CAP Amazon wish list.
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.
Keeping paved surfaces safe for pedestrians and drivers is important; however, overuse of de-icing chemicals and salt is dangerous for the environment.?
When excess salt makes its way into storm drains, it is not treated to remove pollutants such as nutrients and sediment - instead, it flows directly into local lakes, streams and wetlands. Just one teaspoon of salt can permanently pollute five gallons of water!
Once salt enters surface waters, it is very difficult to remove, and often is never removed. Chlorides and salts can also harm or kill pets and wildlife, especially if it is ingested.
Homeowners and businesses can help by reducing salt use!
Youth ages 12 and under are invited to join police officers from Mendota Heights and West St. Paul for a fun day of pick up hockey games and ice skating. The event is free; registration is recommended.
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.
Mad Hatter Winter Tea pARTy 9:30 a.m.?12:30 p.m. Dec. 22 Par 3 Clubhouse
This no-school-day event invites guests ages?5?10 to come dressed wacky and whimsical for a fun morning of art making! Registration is now open and space is limited.
How to Train a Dragon 9:30 a.m.?12:30 p.m. Jan 16 Par 3 Clubhouse
This no-school-day event takes place on National Appreciate a Dragon Day! Registration is open to ages 5?10; for a morning filled with painting, drawing and sculpting all things dragons.
I Have a Dream 1?4 p.m. Jan 16 Par 3 Clubhouse Join us for this no-school-day event to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy! Registration is open to ages 5-10; for an afternoon filled with art inspired by dreams, peace and love.
Within the first two weeks of December, Xcel Energy will be working on a transmission line replacement project at Mendakota Park. The park will remain open while work is completed.
As part of the project, Xcel Energy will need to remove four trees in the park; these will be replaced with four new trees, to be planted in the spring.
For more information, contact the City's Engineering Division at?651-452-1850.
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.
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