Street Projects and Road Closures
The City of Mendota Heights, Dakota County and the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) have streets project scheduled for September - stay up to date on road closures and more.
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Governor Walz orders special election impacting voters in Mendota Heights
Vacancy in the office of State Representative for District 52B of the State of Minnesota, caused by the resignation of Representative Ruth Richardson effective Sept. 1, 2023, requires a special election to ensure representation for the citizens of this district.
A special primary election for nomination of candidates is Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. A special election to fill the vacancy is Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023.
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Paper Shredding Event
Saturday, Sept. 16; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wakota Federal Credit Union, South St. Paul
Shred and recycle confidential material. Open to residents of West St. Paul, South St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Sunfish Lake and Lilydale; limit 2 boxes.
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Dakota County Fix-it Clinic
Sept. 17; 1-4 p.m.
Trapp Farm Park Pavilion, Eagan
Get items fixed or mended for free and learn useful repair skills.
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Cycles and Cider: Bike Fix-it Clinic
Sept. 20; 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Market Square Park
Give your bike a check-up before the end of the season, and pick up an apple cider for yourself, at this free fix-it clinic. Fixers will be available to address minor issues and diagnose bigger ones.
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Eureka Recycling Tour
Thursday, Sept. 28
10:20 a.m.-1 p.m.
Have you ever wondered what happens to your recycling after it leaves your home? Come on this tour of Eureka Recycling to see how our single-stream recycling is sorted by material before being shipped to end markets to be made into new products. Attendees will see the sorting process and learn about recycling best practices in the Twin Cities. Free event; registration required.
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Fire Department Open House
Oct. 14; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Mendota Heights Fire Station
Bring the whole family for some fun and fire safety information! Please note: the event times printed in the Sept.-Oct. issue of Heights Highlights are incorrect; the Open House takes place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Shop the 2023 Maker's Market
Sept. 30; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Two Rivers High School
The Makers Market celebrates local artists and small businesses, providing an opportunity to connect with community members while getting a head start on shopping for unique holiday gifts.
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Volunteer Opportunities
The City of Mendota Heights offers a variety of opportunities for residents to volunteer, get involved and contribute to the community:
- 5-10 volunteers are needed for a tree planting event Thursday, Oct. 5, 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Friendly Hills Park.
- 5 volunteers are needed for the Barktober event Saturday, Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-Noon at the Mendota Heights Dog Park.
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Tour de Rec: S'mores and Stories
Thursday, Oct. 5; 6-7 p.m.
Thompson Park
Join us for the City’s traveling program that brings free recreation events to local neighborhood parks and facilities!
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Curbside Appliance Pickup
Oct. 8; 8 a.m.-Noon
Recycle large appliances curbside! Cost: $25/first appliance, $10 each additional appliance.
Reservations are required.
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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.
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Schedule
City Council Work Session
Sept. 19; 5 p.m.
City Council Meeting
Sept. 19; 7 p.m.
Airport Relations Commission Meeting
Sept. 20; 6 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting
Sept. 26; 7 p.m.
Natural Resources Commission Work Session
Sept. 27; 6 p.m.
City Hall Large Conference Room
Meetings take place at City Hall; changes or cancellations are noted at mendotaheightsmn.gov/Calendar.
How to Watch
Watch online or on demand at townsquare.tv/webstreaming; or 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
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