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Fireworks will be launched from Mendakota Country Club on Monday, July 4; the display typically begins around 10:00pm. Good places to view them from include Mendakota Park, Rogers Lake Park, Mendota Plaza, The Village of Mendota Heights, City Hall and Two Rivers High School.
In case of inclement weather, please check the city's website for schedule changes.
 Thursday, July 14 from 4:00-5:00pm | Theresa's Mexican Restaurant
Community members are invited to Coffee with the Council- with a twist, as this month Mayor Levine and Councilor Paper will host at Theresa's Mexican Restaurant in Mendota Heights from 4-5pm for chips and salsa on Thursday, July 14th.
 Night to Unite will take place on Tuesday, August 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. This event brings together neighbors and local public safety to help prevent crime. Neighborhoods are invited to host parties such as potlucks, cookouts, and ice cream socials to help build community and meet new friends. Mendota Heights Public Safety will stop by registered parties with their emergency vehicles, visit with neighbors, and answer any questions you may have. Those interested in hosting a party must register by Monday, July 25.
Night to Unite registration form
VOTING IS OPEN for Primary Election!
What is a Primary Election? A primary election determines which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election.
On your ballot, vote within one political party. Select a candidate/team you vote to represent that political party for each of the following partisan state offices:
- Governor/Lieutenant Governor
- Secretary of State
- Attorney General
On the back, vote for one nonpartisan county office:
Ways to vote:
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June 24 - August 8 by absentee ballot
- US Mail
- Drop Box outside City Hall 24/7
- In-person at City Hall during business hours
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August 9 on election day, in-person, at your polling place 7am to 8 pm
Visit our website for more information.
 Proposed sanitary sewer rate changes
The City of Mendota Heights is proposing to adjust the rate structure on how residents and commercial customers are billed for sanitary sewer services in order to charge more equitably for usage, simplify the billing system, promote water conservation and keep pace with expenses.
As proposed, the quarterly base fee for metered residential and commercial service will decrease and no longer include discharge, while the usage rate will increase from $3.50 to $4.67 per 100 cubic feet. Based on this structure, over 40% of residential customer should see a decrease in their sanitary sewer bill, while the average consumer will see an increase of less than $10 per quarter.
The late fee will change from a flat fee of $4.00 to 5% of the total bill and the grace period for late payments will increase from 21 to 30 days.
This initiative will be presented by City staff at the July 19 regular City Council meeting scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.
 We are Hiring! Join the City of Mendota Heights team and apply now for these positions:
Fall Seasonal Recreation
Visit job postings at mendotaheightsmn.gov/employment.
Mendota Heights has a compost drop site at Mendakota Park where residents can drop off food scraps, and compostable paper products. It is a free, convenient, and easy way to manage organics and reduce the amount of trash sent to the landfill.
There are 843 households from Mendota Heights that have registered for the organics drop-off program.
- 18% of all households in Mendota Heights have registered.
- The next highest percentage of registered households from an individual city are Hastings and West St. Paul, both at 8%.
- The Countywide Average is 5% of households that have registered for the program.
Sign up to participate:
More information about the Organic's Recycling Program can be found HERE
Did you start a business during COVID-19?
Employers who started businesses after February 15, 2020, may be eligible for the Employee Retention Credit consisting of a refund of 50% of qualified wages or up to $10,000 per employee per year. This credit has been extended specifically for these employers with payroll in Q3 and Q4 of 2021. Employers can learn more at irs.gov/newsroom/employee-retention-credit-2020-vs-2021-comparison-chart and can speak with their tax professional about this credit to help determine their eligibility.
 Clear out mattresses at a discount
Certified Recycling is offering a special pickup rate for Dakota County residents through Labor Day (Sept. 5) on mattresses or box springs. Certified Recycling disassembles items and sends the metal, wood and cloth to businesses that can make new products. Even better, quality mattresses are donated to Bridging and given to people pursuing housing stability.
Cost – recycling is $45 for the first item and $25 for each additional item; use the code DC2022 to waive the pickup fee, too.
Accepted – any size mattress or box spring, no limit.
Not accepted – items with a history of bedbugs or contaminated with blood or hazardous waste.
Get information and schedule a pick up at certifiedrecycling.org or call 952-894-1448.
Reminder: Plant pots don’t go in the recycling cart
Recyclers don't like plant pots or plant tags. The Home Depot garden centers in Apple Valley and Burnsville are accepting pots (max five at a time) as well as Lowe’s in West St. Paul. Or, offer yours up to Dakota County Master Gardeners or other local organizations for their annual plant sales.
Upcoming recycling events
Aug 1-12
Mendota Heights City Hall Parking Lot & Other Locations
Recent highlights:
- The South St. Paul Compost Site is open and accepts grass clippings, sod, leaves and other yard waste. Visit their website for information on hours of operation, type of yard waste accepted, and costs. Note that hours/days of operation may change based on weather conditions.
 The City of Mendota Heights is updating its Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP). The plan will serve as a tool to help guide the City in making decisions and taking actions to conserve and manage its natural resources. A public presentation of the NRMP draft was given by the City’s consultant, Resource Environmental Solutions (RES), at the regular meeting of the City Council on May 17, 2022. Click HERE to view the presentation. Members of the public are invited to comment on the NRMP. Please submit comments or questions by Friday, July 8, 2022, to Krista Spreiter, Natural Resources Coordinator, at 651-255-1123, or via Email at: KSpreiter@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
View the Natural Resources Management Plan Here
Recent highlights
Gearing up for summer fun
Tune up your bike, grab your helmet, and join community members on a monthly summer bike ride. Folks on Spokes rides are casual with an emphasis on social. Routes are between 7-15 miles, with stopes every 3-4 miles, at an average pace of 8-10 MPH. Rides will start and finish at the same location, and take place in Mendota Heights or neighboring cities. This a free event, however registration is required to be on the email list that announces routes. Route information is sent via email about one week prior to ride dates. This program is in partnership with the Cities of WSP and SSP.
Upcoming ride dates (routes to-be-announced)
- July 26, 6 p.m.
- Aug 19, 9 a.m.
 Save the dates!
Mark your calendars and head out to the parks for live music and entertainment this summer. The concerts are free to attend!
 Free drop-in program - no registration required
Join us on Tuesdays this summer for the City's traveling program that brings recreation to local neighborhood spots. Staff will set up activities and equipment for youth to enjoy: games, sports, arts, crafts, and more! Supervision is provided during the listed event time only; for ages 6-12. This program is in partnership with West St. Paul.
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July 12: 1:30-2:30pm at Harmon Park, WSP
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July 19: 12:30-1:30pm at Southview Park, WSP
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July 26: 1:30-2:30pm at Mendakota Park
View the Tour de Rec summer schedule.
Still Looking for Summer Fun?
Registration is open for summer recreation programs. Visit the Summer Fun webpage to view and register for upcoming programs and activities.
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