The public is invited to submit comments/questions on a draft of the City's Natural Resources Management Plan update to Krista Spreiter, Natural Resources Coordinator, at 651-216-9063 or [email protected] by April 21, 2022. bit.ly/NRMP_DRAFT_Apr…

Street sweeping began 4/18 & will take several days to complete, weather permitting. Residents can help: keep vehicles off of streets until cleaned, keep trash/recycling cans behind the curb, & do not push any debris into the streets. Thanks for keeping our waters healthy!

The City's contractor will be performing tree & brush work along the marked portion of Valley Park's trail system Thurs, 4/21 & Fri, 4/22, weather permitting. Pedestrians & bicyclists should follow any posted signage, & avoid the use of these trails until work is complete.

Residents join us Sat, April 23, from 9am to noon for a FREE paper shredding event held at the West St. Paul Sports Complex, 1650 Oakdale Ave. No limit. Please bring documents in paper bags. Details: bit.ly/April_23_Sprin…

The City's contractor will be performing tree work along the marked portion of Valley Park's trail system again on Wednesday, April 27, weather permitting. Pedestrians and bicyclists should follow any posted signage, and avoid the use of these trails until work is complete.

MH residents can call J.R.'s Advanced Recyclers at 651-454-9215 by 4/29 to schedule a convenient curbside pickup of appliances for recycling. Items will be picked up 8am-noon on 5/2. Cost: $25 first appliance, $10 ea. additional appliance. Details: bit.ly/Curbside_Appli…

Residents should prepare for upcoming major road closures on Hwy 55 (starts 4/29), I-35E (starts 4/29), & I-494 (5/6-5/9) for MnDOT resurfacing & bridge deck preservation work beginning this spring. Details & subscribe to project updates: dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects…

Residents can help pollinators during the month of May by choosing not to mow their yard, or mow less often, with a temporary suspension of the city's vegetation height restrictions for residential yards. Learn more & print a sign to put in your yard: bit.ly/MH_No_Mow_May

If you enjoy the sport of tennis the city is hiring for summer seasonal jobs. Help teach and assist with youth and adult lessons, leagues, and camps. Instructors must be 18+ and assistants 16+ years of age. Learn more/application materials: bit.ly/MH_Tennis_Jobs

MH residents & businesses are encouraged to participate in a survey by the Dakota Broadband Board (DBB) on their experience & access to high speed internet/broadband by 5/20. Mendota Heights is a member city of the DBB. Learn more & link to surveys: bit.ly/DBB_Survey

Residents should plan for detours this weekend as both directions of I-494 close beginning 9pm, Friday, 5/6. All lanes & ramps on I-494 are expected to reopen by 5am, Mon, 5/9. WB Hwy 55 is also closed over the Mendota Bridge through mid-June. Details: dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects…

Do you have gently used sports/athletic equipment that is no longer needed? Donations are being accepted at City Hall to benefit the United Heroes League. Drop off items through 5/31 during business hours (M-Th 7am-4:30 pm, F 7am-11:30am). bit.ly/UHL_Athletic_G…

Watch the Mendota Heights State of the City Address LIVE today on Comcast Xfinity 18/HD798 and streaming at townsquare.tv/webstreaming! Dakota County Regional Chamber

There's still time to apply to be a tennis instructor or assistant this summer! If you enjoy the game of tennis and teaching youth and adults in a fun outdoor setting, here's your chance! Instructors must be 18+ and assistants 16+ to apply. bit.ly/MH_Tennis_Jobs

Attend an open house hosted by Dakota County to learn more about potential roadway network improvements, ask questions, & share feedback: Wed, June 1, 5-7pm, Veterans Memorial Community Center, IGH. Learn more: dakotacounty.us, search Roadway Vision Update

Residents can drop off tires for free on Sat, June 11, 9am to noon at the West St. Paul Public Works building. Up to eight car or light truck tires will be accepted from each household. Rims or tires from businesses are not accepted.

Residents and the community are invited to join Mendota Heights Mayor Stephanie Levine and Councilor Ultan Duggan for casual conversation and open discussion on Sat, June 11, 9 to 10 a.m. at the Mendota Heights Par 3 Community Golf Course (1695 Dodd Road, Mendota Heights).