Coloring Contest

Feb. 3-10

Color a winter masterpiece for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Coloring sheet available at 8 a.m. Feb. 3, online and at City Hall. Completed coloring sheets should be dropped off in the City Hall water utilities drop box by 11:30 a.m. Feb. 10.

Medallion Hunt

Begins Wednesday, Feb. 8

Search for the Frozen Fun Fest medallion hidden in a Mendota Heights public park and win the grand prize! Daily clues posted at 8 a.m. on the City Website and Facebook; watch for the contest rules and first clue at 8 a.m. Feb. 8.

Skatepark Reconstruction Survey

The 2023 budget included funding for the renovation of the Mendota Heights Skatepark at Roger's Lake Park. Please share your thoughts!

The survey closes on Sunday, February 19, at 11:59 p.m.

Bike and Pedestrian Plan Projects

In 2022, City leaders began work on a?Bike and Pedestrian Plan?intended to guide improvement projects and plans for the future, aimed at creating safer, more navigable roadways, sidewalks and paths. After gathering input from the community, the Council accepted a final Plan in November 2022.

The City is working closely with Dakota Co. and the Minn. Department of Transportation (MnDOT) on the following projects, which will take place in 2023:

• Add shared use trail along Victoria Curve from Hunter Ln. to Hwy. 13.
• Close sidewalk gap along South Plaza Dr.
• Pilot test crosswalk at Chippewa Ave. and Annapolis St./Hwy. 13.
• Add sidewalk segment and move crosswalk adjacent to Somerset Elem.

The Bike and Pedestrian Plan is available online.

Weekly Crime Report

The Mendota Heights Police Department provides a weekly list of incidents taking place in our community.

Previous crime reports?are available in the?Laserfiche archive system?on the City website.?

CERT Volunteers Needed

Established in 2022, the Mendota Heights?Community Emergency Response Team?(CERT) is a group of citizen volunteers who are trained in emergency preparedness for large-scale disaster incidents that may impact our community.?

The City of Mendota Heights is seeking volunteers to participate in the 2023 CERT Training and join the Team.

Weed of the Month: Common Invasive Trees

When picking tree species to plant this spring, be aware of some common invasive trees that may still be available for purchase. Buckthorn and Siberian Elm are invasive trees that many are aware of; however, be aware of other invasive species avoid planting them.

Nature Sense: Who's Out There and What are they Doing?

Programming for ages 55+

Feb. 15
10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join Naturalist Eloise Dietz at the Par 3 Community Clubhouse for an informative presentation highlighting signs of animals in winter!

Tour de Rec

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

Upcoming Dates:

March 2
6-7 p.m.

Harmon Park Neighborhood Center
230 Bernard St. W., West St. Paul

Coffee, Cribbage and Cards

9?11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 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.