Outdoor Ice Rinks, New City Ordinance and More!
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Mendota Heights, Minneosta
*FRIDAY NEWS | Dec. 16, 2022*
LATEST NEWS
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Outdoor Ice Rink
Outdoor Ice Rink Update
Due to the high temperatures and rain, the opening of outdoor ice rinks and warming houses in Mendota Heights has been delayed.
Crews will begin flooding the rinks Dec. 17-18, and they will open as soon as the weather cooperates for enough consecutive days to create the rink base. Follow Parks and Recreation on Facebook for timely updates!
*Facebook.com/MHParksandRec* [ [link removed] ]
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Flu Shot
Dakota Co. Flu Vaccine Clinic
Thursday, Dec. 29
Northern Service Center, West St. Paul
12:30?5:30 p.m.
This free flu vaccine clinic is open to the public. The COVID-19 vaccine/booster will also be available. Walk-ins are welcome, but registrations are preferred.
*Register Today* [ [link removed] ]
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City Commission [ [link removed] ]
Apply to Serve on a City Commission!
Mendota Heights residents are invited to apply for open positions on the following *City Advisory Commissions* [ [link removed] ]:?
*PLANNING COMMISSION - 1 Open Seat*
*PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - 3 Open Seats*
*AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION - 1 Open Seat*
Application deadline is Dec. 28.
*More Information* [ [link removed] ]
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Now Hiring!
Open positions include:
*Warming House/Rink Attendant (Seasonal) [ [link removed] ]*
Part-Time, Non-Exempt?-?$11.50 - $13 Hourly
*Rink Flooder (Seasonal) [ [link removed] ]*
Part-Time, Non-Exempt?-?$13.50-14.25 Hourly
*Apply Today* [ [link removed] ]
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RECYCLING
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Holiday Lights
*Holiday Lights Recycling*
*Through Jan. 12*
*City Hall*
Save a trip to the recycling center and drop your old unwanted holiday lights at City Hall for recycling.
*Additional Drop Off Locations* [ [link removed]. ]
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Sewing
*Dakota County Fix It Clinic*
*12?3 p.m. Dec. 17
*Harmon Park Neighborhood Center
West St. Paul
Get items fixed or mended for free and learn useful repair skills.
*More Information* [ [link removed] ]
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NATURAL RESOURCES
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River
New City Ordinance Targets Chloride Contamination
In Sept. 2022, the City Council adopted an ordinance amending City Code Title 14-1-7, to regulate?the use and storage of de-icing materials containing chloride at commercial, institutional and industrial facilities located within Mendota Heights.
*Read More* [ [link removed] ]
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
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Weekly Crime Report
Incident reports: *Dec. 9-15 [ [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] ]*.
*Dec. 16 Crime Report* [ [link removed] ]
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Toys for Teens 2022
*Community Donates Hundreds of Toys for Teens*
The Police Department recently wrapped up its annual toy donation drive and thanks to all of you who contributed, the toys filled more than 20 giant bags ? which were delivered to the Community Action Partnership (CAP) of Dakota, Scott and Carver County on Dec. 13. The toys will help CAP offer a holiday shopping experience to teens experiencing homelessness and families in need.
*"Thank you, for helping bring comfort and joy to local families in need this season!"*
For volunteer opportunities and more, visit the?CAP Agency website.
*CAPAgency.org* [ [link removed] ]
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Blade with the Blue
Blade with the Blue
*Saturday, Jan. 28
1-3 p.m.*
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.
*Register Today!* [ [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.?
Upcoming Dates:
*January 5*
*6-7 p.m.*
Garlough Environmental Magnet School
1740 Charlton St., West St. Paul
*More Dates and Information* [ [link removed] ]
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Child Painting
*ARTrageous Art Camps*
*Monday, Jan. 16 (No School Day)
Par 3 Community Clubhouse
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*Ages 5-10?*
*How to Train a Dragon
9:30 a.m.?12:30 p.m.
*Did you know it's National Appreciate a Dragon Day? Join us for a morning filled with painting, drawing and sculpting all things dragons.
*I Have a Dream
1?4 p.m.
*It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Celebrate his legacy with an afternoon filled with art inspired by dreams, peace and love.
*Register for both camps and enjoy a full day of fun - plus, receive $5 off!*
*Register Today* [ [link removed] ]
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Card Game
*Coffee, Cribbage and Cards*
*9?11 a.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 4, 18; Feb. 1, 22
**Par 3 Community Clubhouse*
Join us for coffee and games with friends! Weekly games include cribbage, hand and foot cards and more. Free program for ages 55 and up; registration required.
*Register Today* [ [link removed] ]
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Cardinal
*Nature Sense: Who?s Out There and What are they Doing?*
*10:30?11:30 a.m. Feb. 15
Par 3 Community Clubhouse
*Join Naturalist Eloise Dietz for an informative presentation highlighting signs of animals in winter! Programming for ages 55 and up; registration required.
*Register Today!* [ [link removed] ]
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Bowling
Adaptive Bowling League
Join us for a fun, non-competitive bowling league, Saturdays from Jan. 21-March 11. All ages and abilities are welcome!?
*Register Today!* [ [link removed] ]
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Hydrant
Adopt a Hydrant
On average, for every minute a fire burns, it doubles in size. For this reason, the Fire Department asks residents and businesses adopt a hydrant and clear snow around it.
*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]
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 Work Session*?| Dec. 20; 4 p.m.
* *City Council Meeting*?| Dec. 20; 6 p.m.
* *Planning Commission?*| Dec. 21; 7 p.m.
Holiday Hours
* *Christmas Eve Observed?*| Dec. 23 - City Hall Closed
* *Christmas Day Observed*?| Dec. 26 - City Hall Closed
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