The Mendota Heights Community Foundation welcomes Ansis Viksnins to its Board. Ansis is a long-time resident of Mendota Heights, an attorney in private practice and previously served for nine years as a member of the Mendota Heights Planning Commission.
The Foundation now has a website. Visit mendotaheightscommunityfoundation.org/ for more information on the the Mendota Heights Community Foundation mission and activities.
Check out open positions at the City of Mendota Heights HERE
Open Positions include:
Seasonal Skating Instructor
Seasonal Warming House Attendant
Seasonal Rink Flooder
2022 Mayor/City Council Candidates
The following city council/ mayor candidates have filed to be on the ballot (in the order that they filed with the City):
For Mayor -
Stephanie Levine
John Maczko
For City Council (two positions open) -
John Mazzitello
Sally Lorberbaum
Jeff Nath
More information on the 2022 general election HERE
The contractor, Bituminous Roadways, raised manholes on Acacia Boulevard, Commerce Drive, Lemay Avenue, and Pilot Knob Road. The Trail from Carmen Lane to Valley Park was also paved. The contractor is also looking to complete adding gravel shoulders to Dakota Drive and Centre Pointe Drive. Milling and Final paving for Pilot Knob Road, Acacia, Commerce and Lemay is currently scheduled for October 3 and 4th. Please also see updates on the city website at www.mendotaheightsmn.gov/projects
Motorists traveling eastbound on Interstate 494 in Mendota Heights will encounter a full closure and detour as crews continue to paint the Highway 55 bridge over the roadway. Beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30, eastbound I-494 will be closed between Highway 5 and I-35E. Motorists in the area are advised to follow the signed detour using southbound Highway 77 and northbound I-35E or find an alternate route. All lanes are expected to reopen by 5 a.m., Monday Oct. 3.
Westbound I-494 will close Oct. 7-10
When possible, motorists should avoid cutting through neighborhoods and help keep the community safe by using posted detour routes.
Register to vote at least 20 days prior to election day for your name to appear on the voting roster saving you time at the polling place. Registration must use your current name and address. Re-register after a move or name change.
In Person: On election day at your polling place with proof of residence
Absentee Voting
Absentee Voting is now open at City Hall in Mendota Heights!
Voters can register to vote, pick up an absentee ballot, and cast their ballot at City Hall. If you have requested a ballot through the mail, you can drop it off at the secure ballot drop box at city hall. If you would like to request an absentee ballot through the mail, Click Here
Residents can submit their absentee ballot at any of the following locations:
More informatoin on absentee voting and the upcoming election on the city website HERE
Mendota Heights Fire Department Open House
Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 10am-1pm
Learn fire prevention and life safety education through fun, interactive games and activities at the Mendota Heights fire station. Kids of all ages can play Snuffer’s Grand Prize Game, Fire Safety BINGO, run through the junior firefighter challenge course, tour the fire station, see demonstrations, emergency vehicles, and more! Those who are interested in learning more about becoming a Mendota Heights Firefighter can get details and chat with a firefighter at the recruitment station.
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.
NATURAL RESOURCES
Yard Clean Up Tips
During the summer months lawns are mowed several times throughout the season. When grass clippings from all those mowings make it into the street, sidewalk, and eventually storm drains, it means increased nutrients, algae growth, and lower water quality for lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands. Now that the leaves have begun to fall, those leaves also add unwanted nutrients to surface waters. Remember to keep grass clippings and leaves out of streets, gutters, and storm drains. When leaves and yard waste are washed into storm drains, they end up in surface waters, where they then release nutrients that contribute to algae growth and algae blooms the next spring. These extra nutrients also cause low oxygen levels, fish kills, and unsafe swimming and recreation conditions.
Rake up grass clippings, leaves, branches, and debris from your yard, and dispose of them properly. Here are some good options:
Compost yard waste in your backyard. Adding leaves and grass clippings to a compost pile is an inexpensive way to add nutrient rich fertilizer to your gardens.
Bring leaves and grass clippings to a compost site or other acceptable disposal site. Many sites take leaves and other yard waste free of charge or for a small fee. A list of sites in our area can be found here.
Till leaves directly into a garden, for added organic matter.
Short on time? Use a service such as TaskRabbit to hire out the task of raking and/or removing your leaves and yard waste for you!
The Emergency Alert Program is available through the Dakota Communications Center (DCC) at dakota911mn.gov.
Stay in touch through Nextdoor
The MHPD has expanded their social media channels to include Nextdoor. Learn more and sign up at nextdoor.com.
For immediate public safety response and non-emergency police assistance call 9-1-1
The Police Department will also continue to process requests for police reports, gun permits, etc. Link to the forms under Public Resources at mendotaheightsmn.gov/police. Completed forms and general questions can be submitted via email to pdrecords@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
PARKS AND RECREATION
Stargazing
Interested in Astronomy and space exploration? We invite you to learn about Minnesota’s night sky at our Stargazing Event at Harmon Park. Participants will be able to stargaze with a telescope, followed by a presentation from the Minnesota Astronomical Society. All ages are welcome. Free. Registration is FULL and a waitlist has been established.
Tour de Rec
Join us for our free recreation program, Tour de Rec, which aims to bring recreation to neighborhood parks.Tour de Rec staff will set up activities and equipment for youth ages 6-12 years-old to enjoy; such as group games, sports, arts and crafts, and more!
Free drop in program, no registration required.
Children under 6 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Tour de Rec staff will arrive and leave at the designated time. West St. Paul and Mendota Heights staff are not responsible for any youth before or after listed time.
Senior Programming with Thompson County Park Activity Center
Thursday, October 13 from 11:00am – 2:00pm | Thompson County Park
*Pre-registration required
Register today to learn about senior programming for Mendota Heights residents. Join us for a light lunch, a tour of the facility and learn all about the amazing programs Thompson Park Activity Center offers for adults 55+
Preregistration is required. To register call 651-255-1140 or Register online under Special Events HERE
Dog Day
Sat, October 15 from 1-3pm | Mendota Heights Dog Park
Bring your dog to socialize with other pups! Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation will be providing fun dog play equipment, prizes and more.
Trick or Teeing
Saturday, October 22 from 5-7pm | Par 3 Golf Course
Celebrate the season by taking your little ghosts or goblins for a Spooktacular trick-or-teeing experience. Get in costume and visit golf course holes for a treat and enjoy festive games, arts and crafts. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to Sunday, October 23. Ages 13 and under. Adult supervision is required.
Meeting changes or cancellations are noted on the City's website mendotaheightsmn.gov/calendar. Meetings take place at City Hall unless otherwise noted. Meeting attendees should adhere to the posted City Hall safety guidelines.
Watch regular meetings online at townsquare.tv/webstreaming (available live or for replay) or on cable television:
City Council: Channel 18/798 HD
Planning Commission: Channel 18/798 HD
Parks and Recreation Commission: Channel 15/859 HD
Airport Relations Commission (select meetings are broadcast): Channel 15/859 HD
