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Get ready for some frozen fun!
With a new year comes new programs, new events, and new opportunities for residents of Mendota Heights to connect with one another! Join us February 4-6 for our first ever Mendota Heights Frozen Fun Fest. Exciting free events will be taking place throughout the weekend to celebrate all that Mendota Heights Parks have to offer in the winter! Preview the lineup at mendotaheightsmn.gov/frozen-fun-fest. While events are free, youth ice fishing demos and the family kickball tournament require registration; space is limited so register early if you'd like to participate in those events.
City delays late fees on fourth quarter sewer bills
The City of Mendota Heights has been informed by the United States Post Office that their employees and carriers have been experiencing a high number of COVID-19 cases in recent days, resulting in delayed mail delivery in some neighborhoods. Due to these unusual circumstances, the City of Mendota Heights will delay adding late fees to past-due sewer accounts until January 31, 2022. Please call 651-452-1850 to let us know if you did not receive your fourth quarter sewer bill in the mail.
Seeking historical photos
The City’s Oheyawahe/Pilot Knob Task Force is looking for historical photos of the original ‘knob’ for which Pilot Knob was named. It stood near the intersection of Pilot Knob Road and Acacia Boulevard, but was removed when Acacia Park Cemetery landscaped its entrance in 1927. If your family has photos of the 20’ knob predating 1927, please contact Krista Spreiter at kspreiter@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
 We want to hear from you about what you want to hear from us
Mendota Heights residents are encouraged to take part in a short survey to provide feedback on city communications. The survey takes about three minutes to complete via Polco. Residents who do not already have a Polco account will be prompted to set up a free account. Accounts are required to help verify that a participant is a resident and it ensures that only one response is allowed per verified user.
The survey is available through January 28. We look forward to receiving your thoughts and ideas!
 Ice Skating Instructor
We're accepting applications for a fun outdoor job teaching youth how to ice skate! This is a seasonal, part-time position; you must be 16 years of age or older to apply.
Learn more and link to application materials
 COVID-19 information
Dakota County experiencing high COVID-19 transmission risk:
- The Minnesota Department of Health and the Center for Disease Control are recommending that both vaccinated and unvaccinated people in Dakota County wear masks indoors. Dakota County is currently experiencing what the CDC defines as high transmission risk of COVID 19. MDH recommends wearing a high-quality mask to help limit COVID-19, including variants like Omicron. Examples of high-quality masks include N95 or KN95 masks, which are very good at blocking droplets. If you do not have this type of mask, wear a mask with two or more layers of tightly woven fabric. You can also layer a disposable mask under a cloth mask to increase effectiveness. The cloth mask should press the edges of the disposable mask snugly against your face. Look for masks with nose wires. They can improve fit and help reduce gaps or holes. More information on the City’s COVID-19 guidance plan is available at mendotaheightsmn.gov/covid19.
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Kids:
- Minnesota families who get their child 5-11 years old fully vaccinated in January and February can get a $200 Visa gift card. Parents/Guardians can register their 5- to 11-year-old once they have completed their two-dose series. Learn more.
- Children age 5-11 years old are now eligible to get vaccinated. Minnesotans can use the Find Vaccine Locations map to find providers offering Pfizer vaccine for 5-11 year olds.
Vaccination locations:
Booster shots:
- All Minnesotans age 12 and older are recommended to get a COVID-19 booster shot. The timing of your booster shot depends on the vaccine you received for your initial vaccine series. Learn more.
COVID-19 testing:
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Test at home for free: The State of Minnesota offers fast and accurate COVID-19 saliva testing through Vault Medical Services, at no cost, to any person who feels they need a test. Learn more and order a test for you or a family member at learn.vaulthealth.com/state-of-minnesota.
- The Minnesota Department of Health continues to host both saliva and nasal swab testing events throughout Minnesota. Tests are free and insurance is not required.
Recent highlights:
 Events
Jan. 15, noon–3 p.m. – Robert Trail Library, Rosemount
Through Jan. 31
Lights can also be dropped off at participating locations within Dakota County, and The Recycling Zone in Eagan throughout the year. Thank you for keeping our city clean and green!
 Get a head start on your spring or summer gardening project
Landscaping for Clean Water registration is open
Do you want to learn how to incorporate native plants into your garden that support water quality and pollinator habitat? The Landscaping for Clean Water Program is ready for their 2022 season to help residents design and install raingardens, native pollinator gardens, and shoreline stabilization plantings.
This year’s suite of programming - Introduction to Clean Water Class, Design Course, and Maintenance Workshop – will provide skills and resources to landowners at every stage of their gardening journey.
Learn more and register: dakotaswcd.org/services/landscaping-for-clean-water.
Recent highlights
Athletic field and facility permit use requests
Due Feb 1 for use March through July, 2022
Permit requests to use City athletic fields and facilities from March through July 2022 are due Tuesday, February 1, 2022. Reservations after the deadline will be handled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Information and applications forms are available at mendotaheightsmn.gov/parksrecreation.
Blade with the Blue
Saturday, Jan 29
Times: 1-2pm Ages 6-9 | 2:30-3:30pm Ages 10-13
Cost: FREE
Location: Friendly Hills Park's outdoor hockey rink
Join the Mendota Heights Police Department for a fun day of recreational hockey skills and games. Participants will team up with police officers for 3-on-3 hockey games. This is free event; registration is required.
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Ice rinks are open!
Outdoor ice rinks houses are ready for play. The City has three hockey and three pleasure rinks located at:
Warming house hours:
- Monday - Friday: 4-9pm
- Saturday: 10am-9pm
- Sunday: Noon-6pm
- Non-School Days: Noon-9pm
Rink lights are on automatic timers from dusk until 9 p.m., 7 days a week
Stay safe before heading to the rinks:
- Call the ice rink/warming house hotline at 651-255-1174 for any updates
- Dress for the weather, bring proper gear, and plan your time outdoors according to temperature and weather
- Rinks and warming houses are closed when the air temperature is below zero
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