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SummerPAGAN PARKS AND RECREATION 681-4660 . �D 454 -8535 SUMMER PROGRAMS se agan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 POSTAL PATRON • Bulk Rate U.S. Postage PAID P ermit No. 4902 E agan, MN i ii Printed on recyded paper Participant's Name: Parent's Name: Child's Birthdate: Age: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone: (H) (W) /Parent: Other Emergency Contact: Phone: 1st Class # Title Day /Date Time 2nd Class # Title Day /Date Time 3rd Class # Title Day /Date Time Parent or Participant Signature Participant's Name: Parent's Name: Child's Birthdate: Age: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone: (H) (VU) /Parent: Other Emergency Contact: Phone: 1st Class # . Day /Date 2nd Class # Day /Date 3rd Class# Day /Date Title Time Title Time Title Time Parent or Participant Signature CITY OF EAGAN REGISTRATION FORM Fee $ Fee $ Fee $ I, the undersigned, parent or guardian, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the aforementioned activity(ies), and I further agree to indemnify and hold the City harmless from and against any and all liability for any injury which may be suffered by the aforementioned individual(s) rising out of, or in any way connected with, his /her participation in this activity. Fee $ Fee $ Fee $ Date I, the undersigned, parent or guardian, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the aforementioned activity(ies), and I further agree to indemnify and hold the City harmless from and against any and all liability for any injury which may be suffered by the aforementioned individual(s) rising out of, or in any way connected with, his /her participation in this activity. Date Participant's Name: Parent's Name: Child's Birthdate: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone(H) Other Emergency Contact: Is, l D ss# a y /D 2nd C # ate Day /Date 3rd Class # ,,.. Day /Date Day /Date 2nd Cam_# 3' .„ Day /Date 3101101**IIMOr Day /Date Participant's Name: Parent's Name: Child's Birthdate: Address: City, State, Zip: CITY OF EAGAN REGISTRATION FORM Title Time: Title: Time: Title: Time: Title Time: Title: Time: Title: Time: Age: Oa /Parent: Phone: Total Fee: $ Charge my: Visa Master _ Name on Card: Card # Expiration Date: Signature: Fee: $ Fee: $ Fee: $ Total Fee: $ Charge my: Visa MasterCar Name on Card: Card # Expiration Date: Signature: Check Cash Age: Phone (H) (W) /Parent: Other Emergency Contact: Phone: Fee: $ Fee: $ Fee: $ Check Cash DO RECREATION REGISTRATION RECREATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION The preferred method of registration is mail -in or drop box. No mass registration session is held. Activities with limited space may fill before the registration deadline. Late registrations will be accepted on a space available basis only. %) Some activities offer an "Early Bird Special" if registration is completed by May 30. Those programs are clearly marked. REGISTRATION BY MAIL OR DROP BOX Mail -in and drop box registrations will be processed in random order beginning May 19, 1997. The drop box is located on the south circular driveway near the Municipal Center main entrance. Mailing Address: Eagan Parks and Recreation 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 If you prefer to register in person, that can be accommodated beginning May 27. Extended summer hours are 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM through June 27 at the Parks and Recreation office. Enter the Municipal Center through the east door. TELEPHONE REGISTRATION If you wish to register via telephone using your Visa or MasterCard, you may do so beginning May 28, 1997 during regular office hours which are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Telephone 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535). Do not leave a voice message. PAYMENT Checks, written to the City of Eagan, must be attached to the registration • form. Please do not send cash. If using Visa or MasterCard, please fill in all pertinent information requested on the registration form. CONFIRMATION Letters of confirmation are not sent. You will be contacted if your first choice of an activity is not available. You may enclose a stamped, self- addressed envelope if you wish confirmation. REFUND POLICY Registration fees for programs cancelled by Parks and Recreation will be fully refunded. Participant requests for refunds prior to the registration deadline will be honored subject to whether funds have already been expended for tickets, supplies and services or whether persons on a wait list can be registered. Partial refunds after an activity begins will be subject to a reduction of expenses already expended. No refunds for team activities. REGISTRATION CHANGE Requests to change activity locations, sections or times for registrations already completed will be accommodated on a space available basis. EQUAL ACCESS POLICY - RECREATION PROGRAMS Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities wishing to attend or participate in City of Eagan recreation programs are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance of the event. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will make every attempt to provide the aids. However, this may not be possible with short notice. S CHOLARSHIPS A limited amount of scholarship funding is available. For information call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535). DATA PRIVACY ACT In accordance with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, the Parks and Recreation Department hereby informs you that the personal information we are requesting of you and /or your child or guardian on our registration form is now considered private. Private data is available to you and to City staff who need to have this information to perform their duties, but not to the public. While you may choose to withhold this data, the consequences could be that the City's recreation staff may not be able to complete your registration and /or you may not receive updated program information, such as schedule changes. HISTORIC HOLZ FARM Holz Farm was acquired in 1995 by the City of Eagan in order to preserve the rich farming history of the area. This beautiful setting is located in the southeast corner of the City alongside Holz Lake. Currently, about 8 acres are owned by the City to utilize for educational, historical and entertaining activities. In 1996, efforts began to restore the house, barn and outbuildings to the 1940's era. Due to the well worn condition of the site, there is still a long way to go. The "Friends of the Farm" group has been formed to expedite progress with fund - raising, restoration and programming. This non -profit group will be the active partner with the City in regards to Holz Farm. Membership information is available by contacting Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535). Volunteers are actively working to develop the Friends of the Farm and create programs, raise funds, and restore the buildings and grounds. Many, many more volunteers are needed and welcome. Help with a one -time project or stay on for the long haul! Having a background in fund - raising, construction, farming, education, history, drama or organizing would be great! Watch for details on upcoming activities at Holz Farm. The calendar for spring and summer includes: Sunday, May 11 - 1:00 PM "Flower Pressing and Arranging" Find out the basics on drying and pressing flowers and how to make your own press. Also, get tips on arranging your garden flowers professionally for your home. Sunday, May 18 - Noon - 4:00 PM "Spring Festival" Enjoy a variety of fun, educational and entertaining activities at the second annual Spring Festival. Use a corn planter to start the first crop. Take a hayride around the field. Get tips from Master Gardeners to green up your thumb. Pet farm animals. Sing along with the accordion player. Kids can play old fashioned games and make a craft. Hear stories of days gone by. Lots of food and refreshing treats. Admission is $2.00 per person or $5.00 per family. Free admission to members of Friends of the Farm. Friday, June 13 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM "Fun on the Farm" Day Camp See details on page 9 Sunday, July 6 - 12:00 - 4:00 PM "Good 01' Summertyme Fun" See custom and antique cars, trucks and tractors. Play in a 1940's ball game. Make ice cream. Celebrate summer the old fashioned way. Finish off your Independence Day weekend with a trip back fifty years in time. Plenty of food and soda. Admission is $2.00 per person or $5.00 per family. Free admission to members of Friends of the Farm. Sunday, August 10 - 1:00 PM "Canning and Pickling" Learn how to preserve and enjoy your fruits and vegetables all year long. Friday, August 8 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM "Fun on the Farm" Day Camp See details on page 9. Watch for great autumn events in the fall brochure! LATE NIGHT WITH WALTER HAYES Enjoy an evening with the real stars as Walter and his friends from the Minnesota Astronomical Society guide us up close and personal to the summer night sky. See far away galaxies, star clusters, planets and celestial bodies better than any in Hollywood. This event is dependent on a clear night. To find out if the program has been moved to the back- up date, call the Recreation Happenings hotline at 681 -4670, press #1, after 4:00 PM. DATE: Tuesday, July 8 (Back -up date is July 10) TIME: 9:30 to 10:30 PM LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park FEE: NO CHARGE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Please call 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) to register by July 7 WALK/BIKE CLUB The South of the River Recreators (SORR) sponsor a walk and bike club for the cities of Eagan, Burnsville, Farmington, Lakeville, Prior Lake, Rosemount and Savage. For $5.00 annually, you will receive a quarterly newsletter and special events. Currently, awards are offered at no charge for milestones reached for walking or biking programs. They are: 50 miles - lapel pin 100 miles - water bottle 300 miles - fanny pack 500 miles - T -shirt 1000 miles - sweatshirts This summer, the club will bike and/or walk a scenic trailway. Details will be sent to all members • in the summer newsletter due out after June 1. Join today! 0 II 44 EVENING IN THE PARK • Evening in the Park is a series of family entertainment events. Performances are held on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM at Trapp Farm Park, 841 Wilderness Run Road. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit upon and settle back with the family to enjoy the fun. McDonald's of Eagan generously provides a cool orange drink at each event. Threatening weather? Call the Didcocet /Hotline, 681 -4670, Option 1, to learn the status of the performance. JUNE 25 ALPHA BITS Kids music from A -Z. Back for a second year, ALPHA BITS talented performers will have you clapping, singing and on your feet. JULY 2 CURTIS HED, MAGIC & COMEDY SHOW This magic and comedy show is new to Evening in the Park. Come early, sit up close to the stage and see if you can catch the slight of hand. JULY 9 DAN AND BOB SHOW Dan and Bob are childrens' music entertainment specialists. You may recognize Dan of Radio AAHS and Bob from the Whitesidewalls or you may have heard the duo at the Taste of Minnesota or Kidfest. This promises to be a fun family show. JULY 16 KIT AND KABOODLE Silly, fun, family entertainment. Kit and Kaboodle are fast becoming favorites of Eagan families. Bring a nonperishable food item for the food shelf. JULY 23 BOB THE BEACHCOMBER'S CHILDRENS SHOW Come prepared to clap your hands, chuckle at silly contests and to move to the music. Bob the Beachcomber returns following a well received performance a year ago. JULY 30 RONALD McDONALD SHOW He has orange hair, wears large shoes and a rather outlandish outfit. The show relates to children and is fun family entertainment AUGUST 6 WILL HALE AND THE TADPOLE PARADE A performance of "music you'll never outgrow ". Parents and children alike will enjoy Will Hale's original compositions and familiar favorites. FREE FISHING CLINIC FOR KIDS Saturday, June 7, 1997 Eagan kids can learn to identify fish and fish habitat and try their hand at catching fish on June 7 at a free fishing clinic at Blackhawk Park. Sponsored by Eagan Parks and Recreation and MinnAqua, a state -run aquatic education program, the clinic will run from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and is open to youth ages 9 -13. MinnAqua was created by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources in 1990 to teach the recreation, ecology, conservation and ethics of angling. The program is run in cooperation with Minnesota extension service 4 -H programs and is funded through LCMR, RIM and the Federal Aid in Sport Fishing Restoration Act. Local sponsorship includes the Eagan Water Quality Program and members of In- Fishermen. MinnAqua provides fishing rods, reels and tackle. Trained instructors conduct the program, which includes "hands on" activities such as pop can casting, fish measuring /weighing and the basics of water ecology and techniques of fishing. Each participant will have the opportunity to trace the path of water runoff from his /her home. The route water takes from street to pond to lake to the Minnesota River may be a surprise. The clinic will begin with the 8:00 AM check -in at Blackhawk Park. Activity and education sessions will be held in the morning. BRING A BAG LUNCH. Parks and Recreation provide the beverage. After lunch the group will head to the lake for fishing. At 4:00 PM the youth will "hook up" with parents for the ride home. Space is limited, pre- registration is required. Parent volunteers are needed! DATE: June 7, 1997 TIME: 8:00 AlvI - 4:00 PM LOCATION: Blackhawk Park FEE: NONE TO REGISTER: Call 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535) by June 4 FITNESS FUN For grades K -12 youth with developmental disabilities Sample a variety of activities all summer long. Included will be disc golf, badminton, bocce ball, bowling and a host of other lifetime sports. A staff ratio of 5:1 will be maintained. Emphasis will be placed on socialization, skill development and active fun. Sponsored by South of the River Recreators. On July 29 the group will meet at Apple Place Bowl, 14917 Garrett Avenue in Apple Valley. Space is limited so register early! CLASS # 925 DATES: Tuesdays, June 24 - July 29 TIMES: 6:30 - 8:00 PM LOCATION: Trapp Farm Park Shelter Building 841 Wilderness Run Road, Eagan FEE: $40.00 per youth REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 11 Eagan Parks and Recreation 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 SUMMER PICNIC FOR ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES Planning is underway for our 3'd Annual Summer Picnic for adults with disabilities. The South of the River Recreators (SORR) from the cities of Eagan, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Farmington, Lakeville, Prior Lake, Rosemount and Savage team up with River Valley Project Explore to provide a fun day filled with sun, food, games and entertainment. For details contact Eagan Parks and Recreation after May 12. Tentative date is Saturday, July 26 at Antlers Park in Lakeville. PICNIC PAVILIONS The picnic pavilion at Trapp Farm Park features a covered space, yet its openness creates the feeling of being close to the trees and the water of Schwanz Lake. The Thomas Lake pavilion features similar openness and the al room to spread out. The feeling of seclusion is surprising in our suburban setting. The new Blackhawk Park pavilion overlooks Blackhawk Lake and provides excellent views of the Minnesota River Valley. Open space for picnic games, walking trails, and a large fire ring are features of this facility. The pavilions will accommodate groups as large as 150 people. Picnic necessities such as water and electricity are available in the pavilion. Restroom facilities are nearby. Events can be planned for half or full days. Half day time blocks run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Activities which overlap either of the time periods will be considered a full day. Reservations are accepted for weekday or weekend events. The resident fee is $70 per half day or $100 for a full day. Non - resident individuals and corporations are charged $90 per half day, $120 per full day. A damage deposit of $150 is required. The serving kitchen at Blackhawk Park carries a $30 use fee, plus tax. Pavilion reservations are subject to state sales tax. TO RESERVE A PAVILION: 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Reservation inquires for a particular calendar year will be accepted after January 1 of that year. 3. Availability of the pavilion will be verified. 4. The reservation will be recorded upon receipt of fees. Fees are due within 48 hours of the initial inquiry. SHELTER BUILDING RESERVATIONS Do you need a site for a special club meeting or event? The shelters at Bridle Ridge, Sky Hill, Goat Hill, Quarry and Trapp Farm parks are available for use by the community. The attractive and comfortable buildings will accommodate 30 -40 people. Electricity, hot and cold running water and restrooms are features in all facilities. Trapp Farm's shelter also has a fireplace which adds a special atmosphere. A resident rental fee of $70 is charged for half -day and $100 for a full day's use of these facilities. Non - resident individuals and corporations are charged $90 per half -day, $120 per full day. A $150 damage deposit is required. Parks and Recreation conducts programs in the shelter buildings during various seasons of the year. Private reservations are not accept during class or general public hours. Northview, O'Leary and Walnut Hill Parks offer sun shelters, sized to 15 -20 picnickers. A fee of $30 is charged to residents for a sun shelter reservation. The non - resident fee is $50. Facility reservations are subject to state sales tax. TO RESERVE A SHELTER: 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681- 4660(TDD 454 -8535) at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Reservation inquiries for a particular calendar year will be accepted after January 1 of that year. 3. Availability of the shelter will be verified. 4. The reservation will be recorded upon receipt of fees. Fees are due within 48 hours of the initialinquiry. 1 • PICNIC KITS The Department of Parks and Recreation again offers "picnic kits" as a service to the community. You may wish to rent a kit for a special event at your home 0 i r ID r for a gathering in a neighborhood park. The basic "picnic kit" includes three items of your choice, subject to availability based on prior requests. A fee of $7.00, plus tax, is charged. Select among the following items: Volleyball net, ball & poles Horseshoes Bocce ball Gunny sacks Nerf football Whiffle ball and bat Croquet set Volleyball only Frisbee Playground ball Additional items may be selected at a fee of $3.00 per item. CHUCKWAGON COOKER This trailer mounted covered cooker is ideal for large group gatherings. Dozens of hot dogs, hamburgers and bratwurst can be prepared at one time. The chuckwagon requires a 1 -7/8" ball hitch for towing. The rental fee is $30.00 for residents, $50.00 for non - residents, plus tax. TENT CANOPY The Department offers a 20'x20' canopy and a 10'x15' "pop up" for rent. Advanced reservations are advised. The rental fee is $55.00 for residents, $75.00 for non- residents, plus tax. TO RESERVE ill 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Availability of picnic kit equipment will be verified. 3. Fees are due within 48 hours of the initial inquiry. 4. Reservation is recorded and directions for pick up and return of equipment are issued. ATHLETIC FIELD RESERVATIONS It is anticipated that a limited amount of ball field space will be available for "challenge games" this summer. Location and day(s) of the week will be known by mid -May. A resident fee of $30 is charged per reservation. The non - resident fee is $50 per. reservation. The state sales tax applies to these fees. TO RESERVE A FIELD: 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Field availability will be verified. 3. Fees are due within 48 hours of the inquiry. 4. The reservation is recorded upon receipt of fees. BM If BIRTHDAY PARTIES FOR PRESCHOOLERS AND YOUTH Birthday parties are special and we have some great ways to celebrate them. Our parties include party leader, decorations, balloons, cake, beverage, party bags and a special gift for the birthday child. All the things you would do at home, without the mess. Parties are offered on Saturdays from 10:00 - Noon or from 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Reservations must be made 3 weeks in advance. Come celebrate your special day with us. For reservations, please call 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. PARTY #1 OLD FASHIONED (4 - 5 year olds: 1 - 1/2 hours) Includes traditional party games like Pin the Tail, Duck, Duck, Grey Duck, plus a few new ones too! The 1 -1/2 hour party will end with present opening, cake and kool aid. PARTY #2 T - SHIRT PARTY (6 - 10 year olds: 2 hours) This 2 hour party allows for flexibility and creativity. During our time together guests will design and make their own decorated T -shirts by using tye dye. This can get messy so please dress accordingly. The party also includes present opening, cake and kool aid. PARTY #3 TRADITIONAL (6 - 10 year olds: 1 -1/2 hours) This party allows for flexibility and fun. Your birthday child can choose traditional games that will celebrate their special day. The party will end with present opening, cake and kool aid. LOCATION: Sky Hill Park shelter building 3590 Blue Cross Road FEE: Party #1 & #3 $65.00 For 1 -9 participants (includes birthday child) Party #2 $75.00 For 1 -9 participants (includes T -shirt & birthday child) Add $5.00 for each additional participant. NATURE AROUND THE WORLD DAY CAMPS For ages 7 and up Have you ever wanted to travel around the world? This summer get your passport ready and tour all the way from icy Antarctica to the grasslands of Africa. Guided by hands -on nature activities with Naturalist Sandra Gavin, you'll discover and explore. Take daily hikes, do art projects, see live animals, hear stories and play games! Bring your imagination, curiosity, lunch and dress for the weather. A beverage will be provided. Refrigeration and a microwave are available. Space is limited. Register early! TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Mon -Wed) DATES: Class # 892 J une 16 - 18 "Australia" The land down under is filled with dingoes, Tasmanian devils, kangaroos and other weird andwonderful creatures. Make a bull war to keep! Class # 893 J une 23 - 25 "Asia" Siberian Tigers and Pandas! It's a jungle out there. Try out your chopsticks skills. Class # 894 July 7 - 9 "Antarctica" Cool off this summer with penguins, whales and icy glaciers. Bring your swimsuit!? How do these plants and animals survive the cold? Class # 895 July 14 - 16 "Africa" The animals and plants of the Serengeti won't seem so far away after this one. Be a lion king or queen. Class # 896 Tuly 21 - 23 "Costa Rica" Tropical rain forests to the coral reef. Build an actual rain forest! Class # 897 August 4 - 6 "Water Worlds" Can you name all of the oceans? You will get wet so bring your puddle boots. Compare oceans to freshwater. Class # 898 August 11 - 13 "North America" The United States, Canada and Mexico offer a wide range of plants and animals. From deserts to mountains, prairies to swamps. LOCATION: Blackhawk Park Pavilion FEE: 1 to 3 classes $60.00 per class 4 or more classes $55.00 per class ijEarly bird discount of $5.00 off per class if registered by May 30 REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Class # 892 June 12 Class # 893 June 19 Class # 894 July 3 Class # 895 July 10 Class # 896 July 17 Class # 897 July 31 Class # 898 August 7 NATURALLY FRIDAYS For youth ages 7 on up A wonderful way to spend your summer outside in nature. Beautiful woods, pristine ponds, plenty of plants and animals all waiting to be discovered by you! Interpretive Naturalist and teach Sandra Gavin shares the importance of our natural world in fun, effective ways. Space is limited. DATES: Class # 878 Class # 879 Class # 880 Class # 881 Class # 882 Class # 883 Class # 884 Class # 885 Class # 886 Tune 13 "Warm & Fuzzy" Learn about classes of animals zeroing in on mammals. Tune 20 "Green Thumbs" All about seeds, plants and dirt. Bring a terra cotta pot and saucer. June 27 "Follow Those Tracks" Look for signs of animals and the tracks they make in the wild. July 11 "Toad, Tadpole, Turtle" Search the pond and marsh for small friends that dwell near water. July 18 "Dandy Daisies" Enjoy the colors of the rainbow as nature paints the prairie with wild flowers. Tuly 25 "Bird Brain" Watch for a variety of feathered friends. August 1 "Tree - mendous" All that trees are and all that trees give. August 8 "Dino Dig III" Rocks, minerals and a dig for giant "fossils ". August 15 "Mud Pie" Come dressed for mucking around to unfold secrets of the sands. Class # 887 August 22 "Bug -O -Rama" Incredible insects catching, observing and releasing. LOCATION: Trapp Farm Park Shelter Building TIME: 10:00 AM - Noon FEE: $7.00 per class or $60.00 for all ten X" Early bird rate of $55.00 for all ten by May 30 REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Class # 878 June 11 Class # 879 June 18 Class # 880 June 25 Class # 881 July 9 Class # 882 July 16 Class # 883 July 23 Class # 884 July 30 Class # 885 August 6 Class # 886 August 13 Class # 887 August 20 • 1 0 DO FUN ON THE FARM DAY CAMP For ages 4 to grade 5 Get a taste of the country here in the "burbs "! "Charlie needs a cloak ", "What food is this ", and "The Lorax" will bring to light the concepts of clothing, the origin of food and managing resources. Skits, games, crafts and projects will fill the day on the farm. Conducted by the Minnesota Farmers Union. Bring a sack lunch. A beverage will be provided. DATES Class # 899 Friday, June 13 Class # 900 Friday, August 8 TIME: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM LOCATION: Holz Farm, 4665 Manor Drive FEE: $7.00 $2.00 Early bird registration fee if registered by May 30 REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Class # 899 June 11 Class # 900 August 6 RECREATION HOTLINE 681-4670 for regular'P:arks a nd Recreat program announcements on Cable TV. Information on recreation activities, park facilities and announcements of special events are featured on Local Gover ncnent Access' "Channel l Watc The Recreation Hotline is on line 24 hours each day. A menu of topics has been set up so that residents can quickly hear specific information. #1 TODAY'S ACTIVITIES Weather related activity announcements, bus times, and other daily information is provided. This line is updated each day at 4:00 PM. #2 UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS Information concerning activities that will happen in two or three weeks. This line usually features community wide recreation programs and family events. #3 SEASONAL OUTDOOR FACILITY INFORMATION Status of ball field availability, open time on sand volleyball and tennis courts are examples of the messages on this general information line. #4 SHELTER BUILDING /FACILITY RESERVATION INFORMATION The "How To" of reservations for pavilions, shelter buildings, ball fields, or picnic kits. Subject to the season of the year, information about the facilities available for reservations will be recorded. #5 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Date, time, location for the start of recreation program registration each quarter is announced. Information about class opening or available space will be provided from time to time. 111 YOUTH ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION INFORMATION The Hotline telephone numbers for youth athletics are provided as a service to the community. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 30 PLAY TENNIS AMERICA Adult Free Lesson (Age 21 and over) Never played tennis before? Haven't played for years? Try out a free lesson to satisfy your curiosity. Your racket is a wood frame Don Budge? That will work just fine. You have no racket at all? Spare rackets will be brought to the courts. So - put on your tennis shoes, even Chuck Taylors will work, and join in on the fun. The opportunity to sign up for lessons will be available to you right at the courts. The Play Tennis America adult programs will run all summer. FREE LESSON DATES & TIMES: Class # 929 Thursday, June 5, 7:00 - 8:30 PM Class # 930 Thursday, June 12, 10:00 - 11:30 AM LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts TO REGISTER: Call Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660, (TDD 454 -8535) EAGAN MEN'S TENNIS LEAGUE Parks and Recreation offer an open tennis league for men. Matches are played on Tuesday evenings, centering on the courts at Northview Athletic, however, additional courts may be used. A handicap system can be utilized to equalize the opportunity to succeed. The focus is on singles play, however, doubles play can be planned also. League standings are not kept. A schedule of matches is developed through which you will meet other tennis enthusiasts. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535) to indicate your interest in playing. Mark your calendar to attend the organizational meeting. MEETING DATE: Tuesday, May 20, 1997 TIME: 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: Community Room Eagan Municipal Center FEE: $5.00 due at the organizational meeting CALL IN DEADLINE: Friday, May 16, 1997 PLAY TENNIS AMERICA Adult Lesson (Age 21 and over) The Play Tennis America is a three level progression for learning a life time sport. Level one introduces the player to the • basic strokes, return of serve, singles and doubles position play. Level two introduces strategy and intensive drills. Level three introduces league play. Prospective participants are encouraged to take the free lessons offered on June 5 or 12 to get a feel for the Play Tennis America format. Space is limited. Pre - registration is required. DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday DATES & TIMES: Level 1: June 17 - July 3 Class # 931 9:00 - 10:30 AM Class # 932 10:30 AM - Noon Class # 933 6:00 -7:30 PM Class # 934 7:30 - 9:00 PM Level 2: July 8 - 24 Class # 935 9:00 - 10:30 AM Class # 936 10:30 AM - Noon Class # 937 6:00 - 7:30 PM Class # 938 7:30 -9:00 PM Level 3: July 29 - August 14 Class # 939 9:00 -10:30 AM Class # 940 10:30 AM - Noon Class # 941 6:00 -7:30 PM Class # 942 7:30 -9:00 PM LOCATION: Pilot Knob Tennis Courts 1475 Towerview Road FEE: $25.00 per class REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Level 1 - June 11 Level 2 - July 2 Level 3 - July 23 £AGAN WOMEN'S TENNIS LEAGUE A Women's Tennis League is organized by Parks and Recreation. Matches are played on Monday evenings at the Northview tennis courts. The league's focus is recreational play. Disparities in playing ability can be addressed through a handicap system. League standings are not kept. The intent is to introduce individuals who play tennis to each other. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) to indicate your interest in playing this summer. Mark your calendar to attend the organizational meeting. MEETING DATE: Tuesday, May 20, 1997 TIME: 8:00 PM LOCATION: Community Room Eagan Municipal Center FEE: $5.00 - Due at the organizational meeting CALL IN DEADLINE: Friday, May 16 1 { 1 • CO-RECREATIONAL TEAM TENNIS This adult co- recreational tennis league is • offered for its 10th season of play. Teams in the South of the River League are comprised of co- workers, couples, neighbors or of tennis enthusiasts from a "draft" list. Team rosters hold a minimum of two men and two women, to a maximum of five men and five women. Competitive and recreational divisions are offered. Invitations to join are extended to teams from Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage. Matches are comprised of men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles and one or two sets of mixed doubles. No ad scoring is used and the match score is the sum of all games won. Typically, a match is completed in two hours. Tennis courts in Eagan and Inver Grove Heights form the center of league activity. Subject to the demographics of the league, courts in other communities may also be used. An organizational meeting will be held to enter teams into the league, to assess levels of skill, and to organize "draft" teams. PERTINENT INFORMATION: Night of Play: Wednesday Organizational Meeting: May 21, 1997 7:00 p.m. Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road Start of League Play: mid June FEE: $10.00 per participant due at the organizational meeting TENNIS COURTS /SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT RESERVATIONS Tennis courts and sand volleyball courts are available for casual play on a first some, first served basis. The standard expected courtesy is that play is limited to one hour when people are waiting to get onto the court. In addition, the exchange occurs on the hour. Courts can be reserved for leagues, tournaments or special events. A fee of $2 per hour per court is charged. Reservations are posted at the courts. Events such as tournaments and independent leagues require a certificate of insurance. The state sales tax is applied to these facility use fees. TO RESERVE A COURT: 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Court availability will be verified. 3. Fees are due within 48 hours of the inquiry. 4. The reservation is recorded upon receipt of fees. The Department of Parks and Recreation invites volleyball enthusiasts to play in summer unofficiated co- recreational sand volleyball leagues. Matches will be played at the Rahn Athletic courts. Monday and Friday evening leagues are planned. The Department looks for winter league teams, neighborhood groups, teens and work groups to enter teams. Returning teams re- enter beginning May 5. New teams will be accepted on a space available basis beginning May 12. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, (TDD 454 - 8535), for registration materials. ENTRY FEE: MANAGERS MEETING: SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES $75.00 June 2, 1997 7:00 PM Community Room Eagan Municipal Center Mondays Tuesdays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays FALL SOFTBALL Mark your calendar or miss out on the fun of fall softball. More and more players enjoy the cooler temperatures and low key atmosphere of "fall ball ". This year all teams will be sanctioned and eligible for co -rec 11/12" and men's fall state tournaments. LEAGUES OFFERED INCLUDE: Men's Doubleheaders Co -Rec 11/12" Women's Open Men's Open Men's One Pitch Doubleheaders All games are played at Northview Athletic fields. Play begins August 18, 19, 20 and 21 and ends in early October. Registration materials will be available after June 16, 1997. Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, (TDD 454 - 8535). A mandatory manager's meeting will be held Monday, August 11. Individuals wishing to get on a team or willing to form a team can have their names placed on an available players list. TOUCH FOOTBALL Mark your calendar or miss out! Organize your team now for this fall tradition. The cool autumn action is available for: Seven -Man Sanctioned Touch Football Co -Rec Flag Football Registration materials will be available July 7, 1997. Contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660, (TDD 454- 8535). A mandatory manager's meeting will be held for registered teams on Wednesday, August 20 at the Goat Hill Park shelter building, 4391 Lexington Ave. Individuals wishing to get on a team or willing to form one can be placed on an available players list. Play begins on September 3. FALL BASKETBALL Adult basketball leagues will be formed for the fall season in late August, early September. Leagues offered will include: FALL ADULT CO-REC SOCCER LEAGUE The South of the River Soccer League provides fun, co- recreational soccer for adults who live or work in Eagan, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Farmington, Lakeville, Rosemount, Prior Lake or Savage. A summer league is already formed. The fall league will be organizing in late June or July. Games are played Sunday afternoons in Lakeville. For more information contact Lakeville Parks and Recreation at 895 -4500. 3 - on - 3 Unofficiated Wednesday 5 - on - 5 Sanctioned,Officiated Wednesdays or Thursdays Registration information will be available after July 7, 1997. At that time, days, times and locations will be known. Call Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, (TDD 454- 8535). FALL VOLLEYBALL Adult volleyball leagues will be offered this fall. Leagues offered are as follows: Men's Power Officiated Women's Power Officiated Co -ed Power Officiated Co -ed Recreational Registration information will be available after August 15, 1997. Please call the Parks & Recreation Department after this date at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. 1 IN-LINE SKATING LESSONS This is the summer to hit the pavement rolling into the fast - growing, street - streaking, asphalt- kicking sensation of 'n-line roller skating! Loads of thrills, action and exercise. am the skills necessary to "Skate Smart." Upon completion of the lessons you will be prepared for actual outdoor skating including going uphill, downhill and skating in traffic. Lessons are geared to all ages and abilities. Instructor John Glynn is the International In- Line Skate Association 1996 Instructor of the Year! Beginners will learn the forward stride, turning, stopping and backward movement. Advanced Beginners/ Intermediate skaters will learn how to improve their stride, do cross - overs, turns, backward skating, lunge turns, power slides, t -stops and more. Dynamic Skating School has a limited number of skates, helmets and wrist guards available for rental during class only. Cost for this equipment is an additional $1.00. Please indicate shoe size on the registration form. A helmet and wrist guards are required for all lessons. Knee and elbow pads are strongly recommended. Space is limited and pre- registration is required. DATE: June 30 and July 1 (rain make -up is July 2) TIMES: Class # 926 Beginners 5:00 - 6:15 PM Class # 927 Adult Beginners 6:15 - 7:45 PM LOCATION: Goat Hill Park hockey rink EE: $15.00 per person $1.00 skate rental (indicate shoe size) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 27 YOUTH OUTDOOR IIASKETt3ALL LEAGUE Outdoor court fun! Play and compete with other youth in the community leagues offered: Class # 975 Girls ages 10 -17 play half court 3 -on -3 Class # 976 Boys ages 10 -12 play full court 4 -on -4 Class # 977 Boys ages 13 - 17 play full court 4 -on -4 Games are held at Eagan park basketball courts on Monday or Wednesday evenings and Saturdays. The first league games will be held on Saturday, June 28, 1997. REGISTRATION: Begins May 1 and ends on June 6. Participants will be randomly placed on teams. All teams will be organized by the week of June 9. EE: $12.00 per player Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 - 4660 (TDD 454- 8535) for more information. SMART STREET SKATING In -line skating in the "real world ". Become better prepared for going up and down curbs, handling irregular pavement, taking on hills and slopes, coping with traffic, skating in groups, and dealing with slippery surfaces. All of the "tricky" situations you come across. Requires some skating ability but applies to beginners through advanced skaters. $1.00 rental skates and protective gear are available. Please indicate shoe size with your registration. Helmet, wrist guards, elbow pads and knee pads are required. Taught by John Glynn, IISA 1996 Instructor of the Year! CLASS # 928 DATE: TIME: LOCATION: FEE: Space is limited. Wednesday, June 25 6:30 - 8:00 PM Goat Hill Park hockey rink $10.00 per person $1.00 skate rental (indicate shoe size) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 23 SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR REFEREES AND SCORE KEEPERS. Seasonal employment opportunities are available in the Outdoor Youth Basketball League for adults who wish to be referees and youth (must be 16 years old)or adults who wish to keep score. All applicants must complete a City of Eagan application form and submit a letter of interest by May 16, 1997. Forms are available at: Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 If you need additional information call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. Youth ages 6 -14 are invited to try their hand at the game of tennis. The lessons will provide challenging skills to learn and practice, improved eye -hand coordination and offer the opportunity to be with friends. Classes are organized by age groups. Lessons will meet for one hour per day for one week at neighborhood park tennis courts. The Monday through Friday format will concentrate learning over a short period of time for improved skill development. Tennis balls are provided. Participants are to provide their own rackets. Class size is limited. Pre - registration is required. * *A limited number of rackets are available to be loaned to children in lessons. FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: The Wednesday prior to the start of a session. (Example: June 11 for June 16-20 lessons). LOCATIONS Oak Chase and Rahn Park Ridgecliff and Northview Bur Oaks and Sky Hill Oak Chase and Evergreen Sky Hill and Northview Rahn and Ridgecliff YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS DATES TIME AGES June 16 -20 9:00 - 10:00 am 6, 7 & 8 10:00 - 11:00 am 9, 10 & 11 11:00 - Noon 12, 13 & 14 June 23 -27 July 7 -11 July 14 -18 July 21 -25 July 28 - Aug l 9:00 -10:00 am 9,10 &11 10:00 - 11:00 am 12, 13 & 14 11:00 - Noon 6, 7 & 8 9:00 - 10:00 am 6, 7 & 8 10:00 - 11:00 am 9, 10 & 11 11:00 - Noon 12, 13 & 14 9:00 - 10:00 am 12, 13 & 14 10:00 - 11:00 am 6, 7 & 8 11:00 - Noon 9, 10 & 11 9:00 - 10:00 am 9, 10 & 11 10:00- 11:OOam 6,7 &8 11:00 - Noon 9, 10 & 11 9:00 - 10:00 am 9, 10 & 11 10:00- 11:OOam 6,7 &8 11:00 - Noon 9, 10 & 11 SOUTH OF THE RIVER JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS LEAGUE Am i Recognized by the United States Tennis Association as a Local Excellence Program. The Junior Team Tennis League's focus is competition. Players who register to participate in the league will be placed on co- ed teams by the coaching staff. Practices and matches will be held at the Northview Athletic Tennis Courts. Away matches are also planned. The coaching staff will arrange matches that challenge the abilities of Junior Tennis League participants. League championships will occur on July 25 & 26. Membership in USTA (United States Tennis Association) is provided to Junior Team Tennis players. Participation in USTA sanctioned tournaments is available to league players. Each participant receives a T -shirt. Rosters will be submitted to USTA. Space is limited, pre- registration is required. DATES: June 16 - July 22, 1997 (Monday & Tuesday) LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts TIMES: Class # 725 Ages 15 -18 Class # 726 Ages 12 -14 FEE: $40.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 11, 1997 12:30 - 2:00 PM 2:00 - 3:30 PM July 11, 1997 The tournament format for this annual event is single elimination /consolation. Competition will be boys and girls singles. Eagan tennis camp and lesson participants are invited to play. The age categories are: 10 and under, 12 and under, 14 and under, 16 and under, and 18 and under. If you are 11 years old, for example you play in the 12 and under category. Indicate your age bracket on the registration form. Participants are asked to bring water for the whole day. Call 681 -4670, press #1, for rain information. LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts TIME: Draw times will be posted at Northview on July 10. Check in 1/2 hour prior to your first match. COST: $5.00 SOUTH OF THE RIVER YOUTH TENNIS TOURNAMENT ENTRY DEADLINE: Monday, July 7 EAGAN CHALLENGER II USTA JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT Eagan Parks and Recreation is hosting a sanctioned USTA Junior Tennis Tournament at the Northview Courts. Youth from Eagan and throughout the state are anticipated participants. A Challenger II tournament is for players with limited or no prior tournament experience. Singles play is planned for boys and girls in USTA age categories 12 and under, 14 and under, 16 and under, and 18 and under. USTA membership is required to participate in a sanctioned tournament. Young players who have not yet joined USTA may do so at the tournament. The membership fee is $13.00. Registration information is submitted to USTA. DATES: July 12 & 13, 1997 TIME: Determined by the draw LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts •FEE: $15.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 3 SOUTH OF THE RIVER JUNIOR TENNIS CAMPS Recognized by the United States Tennis Association as a Local Excellence Program. South of the River Junior Tennis Camps are designed for high school and junior high /middle school age tennis enthusiasts. Sharpen up your game and stay in tennis shape during the summer. During camp, each player will receive extensive drills on skills, will focus on technique and form and will experience aerobic and anaerobic conditioning. Strategy, tactics and mental toughness will be stressed. Tennis balls are provided. Participants are to provide their own rackets. Each camp participant receives a T- shirt. Space is limited, pre- registration is required. DATES: Session 1: June 18 - July 3, 1997 Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Class # 727 Ages 15 -18 12:30 - 2:00 PM Class # 730 Ages 12 -14 2:00 - 3:30 PM Session 2: July 9 - 25, 1997 Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Class # 728 Ages 15 -18 12:30 - 2:00 PM Class # 731 Ages 12 - 2:00 - 3:30 PM Session 3: July 28 - August 7, 1997 Monday through Thursday Class # 729 Class # 732 Ages 15 - 18 Ages 12 -14 LOCATION: Northview Tennis Courts FEE: $40.00 for one session $60.00 for two sessions $80.00 for three sessions REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Session 1: June 11 Session 2: July 2 Session 3: July 23 12:30 - 2:00 PM 2:00 - 3:30 PM SUMMER FUN DAY TRIPS For youths & teens Field trips to various locations around the Twin Cities are what make this program exciting. The program is supervised by trained staff and is an opportunity for friends to get together for a fun - filled day. Sign up for one or all events. CRYSTAL CAVE TRIP (Spring Valley, Wisconsin) Ages 6 -11 Experience the mysterious world of caves and caverns at the Crystal Cave this summer. We'll go underground to see stalagmites, sparkling quartz crystals and animals that live in caves. After the tour there will be time to stop in the souvenir shop and then we'll have lunch in the picnic area. Bring a bag lunch. "F" It is recommended that all participants bring a jacket and wear socks and shoes. The cave is always 48 degrees. DATE: Friday, June 13 TIMES & LOCATIONS: Departs Returns Class # 863 Bridle Ridge Park 8:45 AM 1:45 PM Class # 864 Eagan Municipal Center 9:00 AM 2:00 PM (east entrance) FEE: $10.00 (includes transportation, admission and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 6 HORSEBACK RIDING Ages 11 -15 Get out your cowboy boots and hat for horseback riding at Diamond -T Ranch in Eagan. We will have a picnic lunch of hot dogs, chips and beverage at the ranch. Join us for a real western day! CLASS # 865 DATE: Friday, June 20 TIME & LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Municipal Center 10:30 AM 1:15 PM (east entrance) FEE: $19.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 13 *Please note age range on each trip. Space is limited. Plan ahead!! Located in Bunker Hills Regional Park in Coon Rapids, this trip is the latest in water recreation. Air generated waves make eight pattern variations in heights of 1 -4 feet. Please note: Cut offs, T -shirts or jewelry are not allowed in the pool. Bring a bag lunch that we will eat in the picnic area adjacent to the wave pool. You may also bring extra money for the concession stand. Lockers are also available for an extra fee. Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel and sunscreen. DATE: Friday, June 27 TIMES & LOCATIONS Depart Return Class # 866 Bridle Ridge Park 8:30 AM 3:30 PM Class # 867 Eagan Municipal Center 8:45 AM 3:15 PM (east entrance) FEE: $10.00 (includes transportation, admission and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 20 Enjoy a lazy fun day as we head over to cleary Lake Park and catch some fish, some rays and a lot of fun. Whether you like to fish, rollerblade, play sand volleyball or softball, or just want to hang out on the beach, this trip is for you. Bring your fishing pole if you have one, and rollerblades if you wish. Cleary Lake does have rollerblade rental available. Bring your swimming gear; swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. A picnic lunch of sandwiches, chips and a beverage will be provided. Participants may bring money for additional concession items. CLASS # 868 WAVE POOL Ages 11 -15 FISH AND DIP Ages 11 -15 DATE: Friday, July 11 TIME & LOCATION Depart Return Eagan Municipal Center 9:15 AM 4:15 PM (east entrance) FEE: $6.00 (includes transportation, lunch, bait and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, July 3 • *Please note age range on each trip. Space is limited Plan ahead!! VALLEYFAIR Ages 11 -15 Join us on a trip to Valleyfair where we'll try their newest ride WILD THING, a three minute hyper- coaster ride, guaranteed to get your heart pumping! Valleyfair also has many water rides so be sure to bring a backpack with your swimsuit and towel. There are picnic facilities if you wish to bring a bag lunch or bring extra money, there are many food vendors to choose from. CLASS # 869 DATE: Friday, July 18 TIME & LOCATION: De art Return Eagan Municipal Center (east entrance) 9:00 AM 5:30 PM FEE: $22.00 (includes transportation, admission and supervision0 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 11 MINNESOTA ZOO Ages 6 -11 Let's go to the zoo! Join us for a day of visiting lions, tigers, monkeys and all the rest of the animals who live at the zoo. We will also check out the zoo's new attraction: Discovery Bay! Bring a bag lunch and wear comfortable clothes. DATE: Friday, July 25 TIMES & LOCATIONS: Depart Return Class # 870 Bridle Ridge Park 9:20 AM 2:45 PM Class # 871 Eagan Municipal Center 9:30 AM 2:30 PM (east entrance) FEE: $7.50 (includes admission, transportation, supervision and sky trail ride) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 18 BEAVER MOUNTAIN Ages 8 -15 Come to Beaver Mountain in Burnsville to enjoy a morning of mini - golfing and watersliding. Make sure you bring or wear a swimsuit, sunscreen and your towel. Participants should pack a bag lunch or bring extra money to buy lunch. DATE: Friday, August 1 Departs Returns 8:45 AM 1:00 PM 9:00 AM 12:45 PM TIMES & LOCATIONS: Class # 872 Bridle Ridge Park Class # 873 Eagan Municipal Center (east entrance) FEE: $12.50 (includes 1 round of mini- golfing, unlimited waterslide, transportation and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 25 END OF SUMMER PICNIC Ages 11 -15 This picnic will include games, food, prizes, entertainment and fun. More details will be announced at a later date. A planning group of teens will be formed to plan the picnic. Get involved and join the fun. If interested in being on the planning committee, please indicate on the registration form. CLASS # 874 DATE: Friday, August 15 TIME: To be determined LOCATION: Blackhawk Park, 1629 Murphy Parkway FEE: $3.00 per person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 8 FRIDAY TREASURE HUNT /CRAFTS Ages 7 -10 Join in on a morning treasure hunt, matching your "finds" to the treasure list. Create your craft from objects found and unusual objects provided. A little snack will be served to ward off the late morning blahs. CLASS # 875 DATE: Friday, July 18 TIME: 9:30 AM - Noon LOCATION: Sky Hill Park FEE: $3.50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 14 IUDS CRAFT FAIR For ages 7 on up Here's your chance to show your creativity and make some money, too! Work all summer on producing crafts and baked goods that you think will sell. Reserve a space to display your goods. One rule: Anything you sell must cost four dollars or less. Space is limited. You will be mailed a confirmation letter with details after July 15. You will need to provide: Your items for sale. A display table (card table, folding table, etc.) Lawn chair to sit on. Protection from wind and /or blowing rain. Change. Eagan Parks and Recreation will provide advertising through signs and newspaper ads. We will also provide a great site for the fair. In conjunction with this event, a Crafty Crafters program is offered to help kids generate ideas for sellable crafts. See that program description also in this brochure. CLASS # 877 DATE: Friday, August 1 TIME: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM LOCATION: Trapp Farm Park Pavilion FEE: $4.00 per booth REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 25 CRAFTY CRAFTERS For ages 7 on up Learn some creative ideas for crafts to make and sell! Each week different projects will be presented with the goal of producing a supply of your own creations to sell at the Kids Craft Fair on August 1. Samples will be made each session and a resource list provided to allow for each child to work independently to generate a supply for sale. Space is limited. CLASS # 876 DATES: Fridays, June 20 - July 25 (skip July 4) TIME: 9:30 - 11:30 AM LOCATION: Rahn Park Shelter Building (by Rahn Elementary)' 4425 Sandstone Drive FEE: $35.00 (includes supplies for each craft and instructors) $30.00 - Early bird rate if registered by May 30. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 13 SOFTBALL CAMPS Ages 9 - 18 "Glove down!" "Step into the pitch!" "Keep your eye on the ball!" Fundamentals for fielding, hitting, base running, slow and fast pitch pitching. The camp offers skills practice, learning the rules and game strategy. Sandy Hillyer, Eagan High School head softball coach, and Kathy Fletcher, Sibley High School head softball coach, will direct the camps. Their extensive knowledge of the game will challenge participants to learn while they have fun. Each participant receives a T -shirt. Space is limited, pre - registration is required. DATES: June 23 - 26, 1997 Monday - Thursday (Friday rain make -up) TIME: Class # 688 Skills Camp 9:00 - 11:00 am Ages 9 -15 Class # 689 Hitting Camp 11:30 am- 1:30 pm Ages 9 - Senior High FEE: $40.00 per camp LOCATION: Eagan High School, Varsity Softball Field REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 18 tow e TINY TOTS CAMP Ages 3 -5 Games, crafts, stories and songs are all a part of this class. Emphasis is on socialization through large and small group play. FEE: $18.00 per week DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Class # 911 July 28 - 31 (Mon -Thur) 9:30 -11:30 AM Rahn Park Shelter Bldg Class # 912 August 4 - 7 (Mon -Thur) 9:30 -11:30 AM Goat Hill Park Class # 913 August 18 - 21 (Mon -Thur) 9:30 -11:30 AM Goat Hill Park FRIDAY FRIENDS CAMP Ages 3, 4 & 5 Come and see what this popular class is all about. Crafts, stories, outdoor play time and more fun await the children. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Class # 914 August 8 & 15 (Fridays) 9:00 -11:30 AM Bridle Ridge Park Class # 915 August 22 & 29 (Fridays) 9:00 -11:30 AM Goat Hill Park REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Class # 911 July 21 Class # 912 July 28 Class # 913 August 11 FEE: $9.00 per class REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Class # 914 August 1 Class # 915 August 15 JUST FOR 5'S CAMP For 5 year olds only Activities will include games, crafts, stories and singing songs in a fun learning environment. Each class is theme based with an emphasis on socialization. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Class # 909 August 11 - 14 (Mon -Thur) 9:00 -11:30 AM Bridle Ridge Park Class # 910 August 25 - 28 (Mon -Thur) 9:00 -11:30 AM Bridle Ridge Park FEE: $21.00 per session REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Class # 909 August 4 Class # 910 August 18 SPORT CAMP FOR 4 &5'S Mini Sport Camp for Ages 4 & 5 Four /five's will experience team building, self- esteem and self confidence in outdoor games and traditional games. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Class # 916 July 28 -31 n -Thur) Goat Hill Park 8:30 - 10:00 AM Class # 917 August 11- 14(Mon -Thur) Sky Hill Park 2:15 -3:45 PM Child must be toilet trained. Class size is limited and pre- registration is required. Child must be appropriate age by the first class. FEE: $12.00 per session REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Class # 916 July 21 Class # 917 August 4 TINY TOTS ADVENTURES Ages 3 -5 Stimulate your child's imagination through stories, art, finger plays and movement activities. Each week children will have the opportunity to develop creativity, social skills, self - confidence. TIME: 1:00 - 3:00 PM (Mon -Thur) DATES & LOCATIONS: Class # 920 "Creepy Crawlers" Ladybugs, spiders, caterpillars and more await this inceresting adventure. July 28 - 31 Rahn Park Shelter Bldg Class # 921 "Down on the Farm" Using our imaginations we'll bring the adventures of the farm to you. August 4 - 7 Goat Hill Park Class # 922 "Blast Off?" Space ships, moon rocks, astronauts and the stars. Join us for a walk on the moon. Bring an empty plastic pop container to class on the first day. August 11 - 14 Bridle Ridge Park Class # 923 "Fairy Tales" Glass slippers, magic beans, porridge and red riding hoods. Through art and dramatic play we'll have a magical week! August 18 - 21 Goat Hill Park Class # 924 "Under the Sea" Learn about life under water. Through crafts, songs, stories and games we will dive into sea life! August 25 - 28 Bridle Ridge Park FEE: $18.00 per class REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Class # 920 Monday, July 21 Class # 921 Monday, July 28 Class # 922 Monday, August 4 Class # 923 Monday, August 11 Class # 924 Monday, August 18 MYSTERY CAMP Ages 6 -10 Join us as we find out where the secret treasure is? Follow the clues to hunt for your treasures. We will use group problem solving, new games and more! It's a "Mystery Week "! DATES, TIMES & LOCATION: Session I. July 28 - August 1 Class # 901 9:00 1:30 AM (Ages 6, 7 & 8) Sky Hill Park Class # 902 12:30 -3:00 PM (Ages 9 -12) Sky Hill Park Session II :: August 11 - 15 Class # 903 9:00 -11:30 AM (Ages 9 -12) Rahn Park Shelter Bldg Class # 904 12:30 -3:00 PM (Ages 6, 7 & 8) Rahn Park Shelter Bldg FEE: $15.00 per class REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session I: July 21 Session II: August 4 NATURE CAMP For children who have completed kindergarten through age 12 Come and learn about nature. This camp combines recreation with education to provide hands on, fun learning experiences. Naturalist Tim Lundahl will teach basic environmental awareness in two of Eagan's parks. Activities may include: nature hikes, insect collecting, nature games, natural crafts, animal tracking and projects. Campers should bring a bag lunch each day. Activities are held outdoors, so dress for the weather we are having. FEE: $27.00 Registration is limited, so sign up early. DATES: Session I :: July 30, 31 it August 1 Class # 773 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Blackhawk Park Session II: August 7 & 8 Class # 774 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Thomas Lake Park REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 21 Child must be appropriate age by first class. SPORT CAMP FOR 6 &7'S Mini Sport Camp for Ages 6 & 7 Kids will experience team building, self- esteem and self confidence in outdoor games and traditional games. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Class # 918 July 28 -31 (Mon -Thur) Goat Hill Park 10:15 - 11:45 AM Class # 919 August 11 -14 (Mon - Thurs) Sky Hill Park 12:30 - 2:00 PM FEE: $12.00 per session REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Class # 918 July 21 Class # 919 August 4 KIDS KRAFT CAMP Ages 5 -12 This camp will stimulate children's creativity and imagination. We will use various art techniques to create our own crafts. Please join us for a week of fun learning. Dress to get messy. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Session I: July 28 - 31 (Mon -Thur) Class # 905 9:00 - 11:30 AM (Ages 8 -12) Bridle Ridge Park Class # 907 12:30 - 3:00 PM (Ages 5 -7) Bridle Ridge Park Session II: August 11 -14 (Mon -Thur) Class # 908 9:00 - 11:30 AM (Ages 5 -7) Goat Hill Park Class # 906 12:30 - 3:00 PM (Ages 8 -12) Goat Hill Park FEE: $15.00 per class (includes all supplies, instruction & supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session I: July 21 Session II: August 4 CHILDREN'S DRAMA CAMP Ages 6 -12 Looking for something different this summer? Grab a friend, as we team up to prepare to be actors. Children will make their own play and perform it for family and friends during the last day. CLASS # 776 DATES: August 4 -8 (Monday- Friday) TIME: 9:00 - 11:30 AM LOCATION: Rahn Park FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 21 Child must be appropriate age by first class. £AGAN YOUTH SAFETY CAMP For 8 & 9 year olds only It's the 7`h Annual Safety Camp and we have 3 full days of learning and fun planned. Learn about electrical dangers, fire safety and bike safety. Water safety, proper use of helmets, and the Air National Guard Drug Program are all part of the camp. Recreation breaks will happen throughout the day. Members of the Eagan Fire, Police and Parks & Recreation Departments are co- sponsoring this exciting program designed to have fun while learning. Lunch, snacks and beverages will be provided each day. A T -shirt is included. Camp will be held rain or shine. Activities will be held outdoors or in the pavilion, so dress appropriately for the *weather! The last day will feature a picnic supper and ceremony for all campers and their families. When registering, indicate how many from your family will attend the picnic. Registration is limited, so sign up early! CLASS # 779 DATES: August 4, 5 & 6 TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM August 6 at 5:00 PM is the family picnic and ceremony LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park Pavilion FEE: $30.00 (includes all food, T -shirt, activities, supervision and family picnic supper) REGISTRATION *DEADLINE: Monday, July 14 SCIENCE CAMP Ages 6 -12 Join us for a new adventure in science. Tim Lundahl will lead the children in a variety of science experiments in an outdoor setting. Activities include: exploring solids & liquids, experiments with noise makers and sound, making giant bubbles, things that fly and much more! Campers should bring a bag lunch each day. Activities are held outdoors, so dress for the weather we are having. CLASS # 775 DATES: August 4, 5 & 6 TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM LOCATION: Trapp Farm Park Pavilion FEE: $27.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 21 CLASS # 778 DATE: August 11 -14 (Monday - Thursday) TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park FEE: $25.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 1 DAY CAMP Ages 8 -12 Fun and learning in a real outdoor camp setting awaits boys and girls. Shared opportunities in outdoor cooking, crafts in nature, songs, games, hiking and fire building. Camp is held at Camp Sacajawea, a beautiful site provided by Dakota County Parks. It is located approximately 1 mile south of Eagan on Pilot Knob Road and county Road 38. On Thursday night campers will have the opportunity to camp out overnight. A letter will be sent to you with more details. CLASS # 777 DATES: August 18 -21 (Monday- Thursday) TIME: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Plus Thursday overnight LOCATION: Camp Sacajawea (Pilot Knob Road and County Rd 38) FEE: $40.00 per child REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 1 CAMP ADVENTURELAND Ages 8 -12 Here is a great opportunity to try something different. Children will explore adventures in biking, hiking, and other outdoor adventures. Our parks provide a beautiful atmosphere with trails, nature and a small lake. Campers should bring a bag lunch and beverage each day. Activities are held outdoors, so dress for the weather we are having. PLAY WITH ME For 2, 3 and 4 year olds Come and play with your child! This class is designed for 2, 3 and 4 year olds and an adult. Each class is theme based with an emphasis on socialization. Group play, songs, crafts and free play are included. Riding toys, playdough, painting and parachute play are just some of the fun. An instructor will lead the class in songs, games and movement activities. Come and meet other adults while interacting with your child. CLASS # 782 DATES: Thursdays, June 19 - July 24 (6 weeks) TIME: 10:30 am - Noon LOCATION: Rahn Park Shelter Bldg. FEE: $22.00 /pair REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 13 FEE: $20.00 /pair REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 20 ME TWO For 2 year olds Enjoy time with your toddler each week in this fun filled class for two year olds and Mom or Dad. The child and adult will experience a class designed for the needs of the two year old. This class will include working on motor skill development and coordination through action songs, rhymes, finger play, games and crafts. A great way for parents to meet other parents and for children to socialize while learning. CLASS # 780 DATES: Tuesdays, June 24 - July 22 (5 weeks) TIME: 8:45 - 10:15 AM LOCATION: Rahn Park Shelter Building These are child /instructor classes Child must be toilet trained. Class size is limited and pre- registration is required. Child must be appropriate age by the first class. FUN WITH 3'S This program is designed for three year olds to experience socialization skills with others. Free play, crafts, music and games will be explored. Come join the fun and meet new friends. DATES & TIMES: Class # 783 Tuesdays, June 24 - July 22 (5 weeks) 10:30 AM - Noon Class # 784 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session I: Session II :: Thursdays, June 19 - July 24 (6 weeks) 8:45 - 10:15 AM LOCATION: Rahn Park Shelter Building FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 13 GAMES KIDS PLAY For 4 and 5 year olds Team work, sportsmanship and fun will be experienced through a variety of cooperative games. Dress for active indoor /outdoor play. Activities will take place outdoors. In case of rain, activities will be held in the gym. NOTE: On first class, check in at the gym. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Session 1: Tune 18 - July 3 Class # 968 Mon & Wed 9:00 - 10:00 AM Mueller Farm /Woodland Elem Class # 969 Mon & Wed 10:15 - 11:15 AM Mueller Farm /Woodland Elem Class # 970 Tues & Thurs 9:00 - 10:00 AM Downing Park /Oak Ridge Elem Class # 971 Tues & Thurs 10:15 - 11:15 AM Downing Park/Oak Ridge Elem Session II :: July 8 - 24 Class # 972 Mon & Wed 9:00 - 10:00 AM Mueller Farm /Woodland Elem Class # 973 Mon & Wed 10:15 - 11:15 AM Mueller Farm /Woodland Elem Class # 974 Tues & Thurs 9:00 - 10:00 AM Downing Park /Oak Ridge Elem Class # 978 Tues & Thurs 10:15 - 11:15 AM Downing Park/Oak Ridge Elem FEE: $15.00 per class Friday, June 13 Thursday, July 3 • INY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES For 3, 4 & 5 year olds his program is designed to provide children the opportunity r social /recreational interaction and growth. Children are exposed to a variety of skills and learning experiences which include: crafts, storytelling, special events, listening and sharing skills and singing. The emphasis is on large and small group play. NOTE: The information covered within each class is the same. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS Session 1: June 18 - July 3 Class # 799 Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 AM Rahn Park shelter bldg Class # 800 Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 AM Goat Hill Park shelter bldg Class # 801 Tue & Thur 9:30 - 11:30 AM Goat Hill Park shelter bldg Session II.• July 7 - July 24 Class # 802 Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 AM Rahn Park shelter bldg Class # 803 Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 AM Goat Hill Park shelter bldg Class # 804 Tue & Thur 9:30 - 11:30 AM Goat Hill Park shelter bldg FEE: $25.00 per class DATES: June 18 - July 24 (No class July 3) TIMES & LOCATIONS: Oak Ridge Elementary School Gym (Mon & Wed) Class # 811 8:45 - 9:45 AM (3 yr olds only) Class # 812 8:45 - 9:45 AM (4 & 5 yr olds) Woodland Elementary School Gym (Tue & Thur) Class # 813 8:45 - 9:45 AM (3 yr olds only) Class # 814 8:45 - 9:45 AM (4 & 5 yr olds) FEE: $30.00 per class - includes T -shirt REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 13 * *Must register by May 30 to guarantee a T- shirt ** MINI - £AGAN£TT£S For boys & girls ages 3, 4 & 5 A fun class for children who want to be in Eaganettes but are too young. This class will be modeled after Eaganettes, but geared toward this age group. Movement and simple dance routines set to music will be the emphasis. An excellent program to help develop balance, coordination and flexibility. Children will learn a simple dance routine that will be presented in a parents program during the last week of class. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes that allow movement. These are child /instructor classes Child must be toilet trained. Class size is limited and pre - registration is required. Child must be appropriate age by the first class. FRIDAY FRIENDS For ages 3, 4 & 5 Classes are structured similar to the Tiny -Tots program. Each week is theme based with activities centered around crafts, stories and singing. Large and small group play with an emphasis on socialization are also included. Join us for a morning or afternoon with your friends. NOTE: The information covered within each section is the same. DATES: Fridays, June 13 - July 25 (6 weeks) (No class July 4) TIMES & LOCATIONS: Class # 785 9:00 - 11:30 AM Bridle Ridge Park Class # 786 9:00 - 11:30 AM Goat Hill Park Class # 788 12:30 - 3:00 PM Bridle Ridge Park Class # 787 12:30 - 3:00 PM Goat Hill Park FEE: $33.00 per class JUST FOR 5'S This class is designed for 5 year olds who will enter Kindergarten in fall 1997. Activities will include crafts, games, stories and singing in a fun learning environment. Each class will be theme based with an emphasis on socialization. NOTE: The information covered within each class is the same. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Session 1: Tune 16 - Tuly 3 Class # 795 Mon & Wed 1:00 - 3:30 Bridle Ridge Park Class # 796 Tue & Thur 1:00 - 3:30 Bridle Ridge Park Session II: July 7 - July 24 Class # 797 Mon & Wed 1:00 - 3:30 Bridle Ridge Park Class # 798 Tue & Thur 1:00 - 3:30 Bridle Ridge Park FEE: $30.00 per class Children INSTRUCTIONAL T-BALL FOR 5 YEAR OLDS This basic instructional program is for boys and girls who are 5 years old by June 18 and those entering Kindergarten in the fall of 1997. Children will learn the skills of throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases, correct batting techniques from a T and the basics of the game through drills that are repeated daily. These fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the development of baseball and /or softball players. The main emphasis is on FUN INSTRUCTION in a non - competitive atmosphere. This program runs for 45 minutes which we have found to be the optimum instruction time for 5 year olds. In case of rain, T -ball will be held in Thomas Lake or Woodland Elementary school gyms. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Session I :: Tune 18 - July 3 Class # 815 Class # 816 Class # 817 Class # 818 Session II :: July 7 - July 24 Class size is limited. Pre - registration is required. who are not 5 are encouraged to register for Games Kids Play. T -ball is one component of that class. Mon & Wed 9:00 - 9:45 AM Thomas Lake Elem Flields Mon & Wed 10:00 -10:45 AM Thomas Lake Elem Fields Tue & Thur 10:00 - 10:45 AM Mueller Farm Park Tue & Thur 11:00 -11:45 AM Mueller Farm Park Mon & Wed 9:00 - 9:45 AM Thomas Lake Elem Fields Class # 819 Class # 820 Class # 821 Tue & Thur 10:00 -10:45 AM Mueller Farm Park Class # 822 Mon & Wed 10:00 -10:45 AM Thomas Lake Elem Fields Tue & Thur 11:00-11:45 AM Mueller Farm Park FEE: $15.00 - includes T -shirt REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Session I Friday, May 30 Session II Monday, June 30 * *Must register for either session by May 30 to guarantee a T- shirt ** EVENING INSTRUCTIONAL T-BALL For 5 year olds and parents This basic instructional program is for a parent and boys and girls who are 5 years old by June 18, and those entering Kindergarten in the fall of 1997. Children, along with their parent, will learn the skills of throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases, correct batting techniques and the basics of the game through repeated drills. These fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the development of baseball and /or softball players. The main emphasis is on FUN instruction in a non- competitive atmosphere. Instruction is held in the hockey rinks. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Session I: Tune 16 - July 2 (Mon & Wed) Class # 827 6:00 - 7:00 PM Bridle Ridge Park hockey rink Class # 828 7:15 - 8:15 PM Bridle Ridge Park hockey rink Class # 829 6:00 - 7:00 PM Sky Hill Park hockey rink Class # 830 7:15 -8:15 PM Sky Hill Park hockey rink Session II: July 7 - 23 (Mon & Wed) Class # 831 6:00 -7:00 PM Bridle Ridge Park hockey rink Class # 832 7:15 - 8:15 PM Bridle Ridge Park hockey rink Class # 833 6:00 -7:00 PM Sky Hill Park hockey rink Class # 834 7:15 - 8:15 PM Sky Hill Park hockey rink FEE: $20.00 per participant /parent. Includes a T -shirt for each person. REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Session I Friday, May 30 Session II Monday, June 30 NOTE: In the event of rain, T -ball will be cancelled. Call Recreation Happenings after 4:00 PM at 681 -4670, press #1, for a recorded message. * *Must register for either session by May 30 to guarantee a T- shirt ** INSTRUCTIONAL T-DALL FOR 6 & 7 YEAR OLDS For boys & girls ages 6 & 7 only • Children will learn the skills of throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases, following directions, correct batting techniques and the basics of the game. These fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the development of baseball and /or softball players. The main emphasis is on FUN instruction in a non - competitive atmosphere. Child must be 6 or 7 by June 18, 1997. In case of rain, T -ball will be held in the gym. DATES, TIMES & LOCATIONS: Session I :: June 18 - July 3 Class # 823 Mon & Wed 11:00 - 11:45 AM Thomas Lake Elem Fields Class # 824 Tues & Thur 9:00 -9:45 AM Mueller Farm Park Session II: July 7 - July 24 Class # 825 Mon & Wed 11:00 - 11:45 AM Thomas Lake Elem Fields Class # 826 Tues & Thur 9:00 - 9:45 AM Mueller Farm Park FEE: $15.00 per class - includes T -shirt REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Session I Friday, May 30 Session II Monday, June 30 "Must register by May 30 to guarantee a T-shirt"" BABYSITTING /LATCHKEY CLINIC For Boys and Girls Ages 10 and Older The Eagan Women's Fire Auxiliary and the Department of Parks and Recreation co- sponsor babysitting /latchkey clinics. Boys and girls ages 10 and older are encouraged to participate. The clinic covers the "how to" of babysitting, including age appropriate activities. An awareness of safety concerns will be fostered. First aid will be emphasized. The latchkey portion covers safety concerns for a child being home alone. A light lunch will be served to the class participants. Space is limited. Pre - registration is required. DATE: Saturday, June 21, 1997 TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM FEE: $10.00 CLASS # 772 LOCATION: Community Room Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, June 16 EAGANETT£S FUN WITH DANCE & MOVEMENT For boys & girls ages 6 -16 Experience dance, jazz, cheerleading, danceline steps and other choreographed routines through music. Improve your rhythm, coordination, poise and creativity. Space is limited in each class. Register early. DATES: June 18 - July 29 TIMES & LOCATIONS: Oak Ridge Elementary School Gym Class # 805 10:00 - 11:00 AM Class # 806 1:00 - 2:00 PM Class # 807 2:00 - 3:15 PM Woodland Elementary School Gym Class # 808 10:00 - 11:00 AM Class # 809 1:00 - 2:00 PM Class # 810 2:00 - 3:15 PM FEE: $35.00 - includes T -shirt (Mon & Wed) ages 6, 7 & 8) ages 6,7 &8) ages 9 - 15) (Tue & Thur) ages 6, 7 & 8) ages 6, 7 & 8) ages 9 -15) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 13 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: Monday, July 28 Oak Ridge Elementary - 1:00 PM (Monday & Wednesday classes) Tuesday, July 29 Woodland Elementary - 1:00 PM (Tuesday & Thursday classes) * *Must register by May 30 to guarantee a T- shirt** HWY 13 CEDAR RIVER CROSSING CLIFF DIFFLEY 35E KETTLE 12 PARK RAHN PAR ` E 2 Silver Bell Rd 1. BLACKHAWK PARK Deerwood Drive & Murphy Parkway 2. BRIDLE RIDGE PARK Elrene Road & Northview Park Road 3. BUR OAKS PARK Rolling Hills Dr. & Highway 149 4. CAPTAIN DODD PARK Dodd Rd. & Coventry Pkwy. 5. CARNELIAN PARK Blackhawk Road, north of Diffley 6. COUNTRY HOME PARK Eagan Ave. & Pilot Knob Rd. 7. DOWNING PARK Johnny Cake Ridge Rd., south of Diffley Rd. 8. EVERGREEN PARK Walfrid Street to Lodgepole Drive 9. GOAT HILL PARK Lexington Ave. & Wilderness Run Rd. 10. HIDDEN CORNER PARK Next to Red Pine Elementary 25 SKY HILL PARK ARK 14 44 24 Galaxle /Blackhawk HWY 13 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 2 RIOCENLI PARK PILOT /NON PARK 21 QUARRY PARK BIACKHAWK PARK Federal Orlw Thomas Lake Rd. Ews PARK 8 27 DOWNING THOMAS PARK LAKE PARK Deerwood OAK CHASE PARK 18 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd. Pilot Knob Road HOLZ FARM PARK Manor Drive KETTLE PARK Rahn Road & Pin Oak Drive LEXINGTON PARK McKee Street at 1st Street Pilot Knob Road HWY 55 Lexington COUNTRY HOME PARK ILIAC/ 19 PARK DUCRwoed 17 CEOROE OHMANN PARK PATRICK RAGAN PARK 20 GOAT HILL 9 PARK J MEADOWLAND PARK Beaver Dam Rd. & Shale Lane MUELLER FARM PARK Wescott Hills Dr., north of Wescott Rd NORTHVIEW Northview Park Rd., east of Lexington OAK CHASE PARK Wilderness Run Rd. & Oak Chase Rd OHMANN PARK Pilot Knob Rd. & Rebecca Lane O'LEARY PARK Lexington Ave., south of Town Centre Drive 20. PATRICK EAGAN PARK Lexington Avenue, north of Diffley Rd. WESCOTT COMMON/ 13 NARK Lone Oak Road Yankee Doodle Road NUMBER FARM PARK 15 WALNUT 29 HILL 7 PARK 30 35E ON Wescott Rd. Northview Park Rd. WIldernHss Run Rd. INTERSTATE 484 1 NORT■WRW PARK 16 28 TRAPP PARRS PARK Dodd Rd. wescott 31 STATION PARK NO ss r3 BUR OAKS PARKS BRIDLE RIDGE PAR SOUTH O 26 HOLZ M A 11 HWY3 Q a aIPT AIN R DD A RK DIFFLEY HIDER 10 roRHRR PARK 21. PILOT KNOB PARK Towerview Rd. west of Pilot Knob Road 22. QUARRY PARK Coachman Rd, north of Yankee Doodle Rd. HWY 3 CLIFF 23. RAHN PARK Sandstone Drive & Shale Lane 24. RIDGECLIFF PARK Covington Ln. west of Johnny Cake Ridge Rd. 25. SKY HILL PARK Blue Cross Road & Blackhawk Rd. 26. SOUTH OAKS PARK North Hay Lake Rd., NE of Cliff & Dodd Roads 27. THOMAS LAKE Pilot Knob Rd., south of Wilderness Run Rd. 28. TRAPP FARM PARK Wilderness Run Rd. east of Lexington 29. WALNUT HILL PARK Wilderness Run Rd. & Lexington Ave. 30. WESCOTT COMMONS Wescott Trail 31. WESCOTT STATION PARK Elrene Rd. & Ridgewood Dr. Participant's Name: NW Parent's Name: Child's Birthdate: Age: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone: (H) (W) /Parent: Other Emergency Contact: Phone: SIP Site AM /PM Registration after May 30, 1997 WagonfulO'Fun Site AM /PM Additional Site AM /PM Additional Site AM /PM Bus Pick -Up SIP site only June 19 - Skateville June 26 - Cinema Cafe July 10 - Ice Skating July 17 - Beaver Mtn (9 -12) July 17 - Bowling (K -8) July 25 - Picnic in the Park Total r • FIELD TRIPS No bus pick -up will be made at Wagonful O'Fun locations SUMMER IN THE PARK SITES Morning Sites Bridle Ridge Park South Oaks Park Geo. Ohmann Park Capt. Dodd Park Afternoon Sites Evergreen Park Mueller Farm Park Northview Park Rahn Park Ridgecliff Park Sky Hill Park Walnut Hill Park 9:00 - 11:30 AM Mon - Thurs Mon - Thurs Mon - Thurs Mon - Thurs SUMMER IN THE PARK AND WAGONFUL O'FUN REGISTRATION FORM 1:00 - 4:00 PM Mon - Wed Mon - Wed Mon - Wed Mon - Wed Mon - Wed Mon - Wed Mon - Wed $20.00 $30.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 4.50 11.50 4.00 5.00 WAGONFUL O'FUN SITES Morning Sites Kettle Park Hidden Corner Park Lexington Park Highview Park Afternoon Sites Holz Farm Park Wescott Station Park Bur Oaks Park Participant's Name: Parent's Name: Child's Birthdate: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone (H) Other Emergency Contact: Age: /Parent: Phone: SIP Site AM /PM $20.00 Registration after May 30, 1997 $30.00 WagonfulO'Fun Site AM /PM 5.00 _ Additional Site AM /PM 5.00 Additional Site AM /PM 5.00 Bus Pick -Up SIP site only June 19 - Skateville 5.00 June 26 - Cinema Cafe 5.00 July 10 - Ice Skating 4.50 July 17 - Beaver Mtn (9 -12) 11.50 _ Total: $ Charge my Visa Name on Card Card # Check Cash MasterCard Expiration Date Signature 9:30 - 11:30 AM Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1:00 - 3:30 PM Monday Tuesday Wednesday July 17 - Bowling (K -8) 4.00 July 25 - Picnic in the Park 5.00 Total $ SUMMER IN THE PARK (SIP) FIELD TRIP BUS STOPS Bus Pick -Up Times Between 12:30 and 1:00 PM Bridle Ridge Park Captain Dodd Park Evergreen Park Mueller Farm Park Northview Park Ohmann Park Rahn Park Ridgecliff Park Sky Hill Park South Oaks Park Walnut Hill Park Bus Returns Between 3:45 - 4:15 PM JUNE 1, 1997 JUNE 7, 1997 JUNE 16, 1997 Public Skating /Open Hockey Schedule Available Wading Pool Opens Ice Returns at the Civic Arena DISCOVER ICE CALL FOR ICE RENTAL 686 -1102 Hockey, broomball, private groups, birthday parties, figure skating SUMMER SKATING SCHOOL CLASSES DATES: SUMMER, 1997 LESSONS: Mondays, June 16 - July 28, 1997 (no class June 30) Saturdays, June 21 - August 1, 1997 (no class July 5) Schedule of times available on Page 31 FALL 1997 LESSONS: Mondays, October 6 - November 24, 1997 Wednesdays, October 8 - November 26, 1997 Saturdays, October 4 - November 22, 1997 Schedule of times available in September CARD SHOW May 30, 31, June 1 Sports cards and Collectables Die Casting and Comic Books Friday: 4:00 - 9.00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM SAFETY APPAREL FOR SKATING LESSONS The proper equipment for skating is very important. The skater will benefit more from a lesson with the proper skates. Figure skate boots of leather rather than vinyl provide stronger ankle support. Blades should be high tempered steel rather than aluminum and should be properly sharpened. Double runner skates are not accepted. Sharpening is available at the Eagan Civic Arena. It is important that skaters be warm, comfortable and have freedom of movement while skating. Dressing in layers will provide the most comfort and mittens or glove should be worn by everyone skating. Helmets (or hats) are mandatory for Tiny Tots and suggested for all the younger skaters. No shoes are allowed on the ice. Parents may help their child get on the ice in a designated practice area. The practice area is for enrolled skaters only.. FEE: $55.00 Includes 30 minute lesson, 30 minute practice before or after lessons and a punch Card for 7 free open skating sessions. FALL FEE TO BE DETERMINED REGISTRATION: SUMMER: 1997 Spring participants will have the opportunity to register early for the 1997 Summer session. REGISTER NOW!! FALL: 1997 Summer participants have the opportunity to register early for the Fall session. New registrations by mail and /or drop box will begin on September 15, 1997. New registrations in person will begin on September 22, 1997. New registrations by phone using Visa /MasterCard will begin on September 24, 1997. IPS Cool off this summer with the Eagan Skating School! We invite you to participate in our summer Learn to Skate Program. Participants in the Spring, 1997 session of skating lessons have been offered the opportunity to register early for this Sumer Session of skating. Participants new to skating lessons can begin registering NOW The registration deadline is June 14. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. PLEASE CALL THE SKATING SCHOOL AT 686 -1101 WITH ANY QUESTIONS MONDAY EVENING SUMMER CLASSES June 16 July 28, 1997 (no class June 30) 6:15 PM Class #1 Class #2 Class #3 Class #4 6:45 PM Class #5 Class #6 Class #7 7:15 PM Class #9 Class #11 Class #12 7:45 PM Class #13 Class #14 Class #15 Tiny Tots 1 &2 New Tiny Tots 1 &2 Returning Tiny Tos 3 &4 New Tiny tots 3 &4 Returning Smalls & Tails Pre -Alpha Alpha Learners Gamma Delta Beta Adults Freestyle WHEN: Monday through Friday August 18 -22, 1997' 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM WHO: Skaters in Beta level and above SATURDAY MORNING SUMMER CLASSES June 21- August 2, 1997 (no class July 5) 8:30 AM Class #17 Tiny Tots 1 &2 New Class #18 Pre -Alpha 9:00 AM Class #20 Tiny Tots 1 &2 Returning Class #21 Tiny Tots 3 &4 New 9:30 AM Class #22 Tiny Tots 3 &4 Returning Class #23 Alpha Class #24 Learners 10:00 AM Class #25 Pre -Alpha Class #26 Gamma - Delata Class #27 Beta 10:30 AM Class #29 Adult Class #30 Freestyle SUMMER CAMP This exciting new camp is geared towards skaters who want to have fun while they learn new skills or fine tune skills they already have. This challenging camp will be taught by qualified Eagan Skating School instructors and will prepare skaters for figure skating endeavors. The camp activities consist of: Jumps Spins Stroking Edges Open Skate ISI Testing Off Ice Training Perform in mini -ice show Chance to develop individual programs WHERE Eagan Civic Arena COST: $60.00 (includes lunch) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 8, 1997 Completed registration forms can be mailed or delivered to Eagan Parks and Recreation, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122. Register to reserve your spot now! SUMMER SKATING SCHOOL CLASSES r £AGAN CIVIC ARENA Skating Registration Participant's Name Address City, State, Zip Phone(H) (W) Age Birthdate Parents Name ENROLL ME IN CLASS # Class Time: $55.00 2ND FAMILY SKATER: Name Age Birthdate ENROLL ME IN CLASS # Class Time: $55.00 3RD FAMILY SKATER: Name Age Birthdate ENROLL ME IN CLASS # Class Time: $55.00 Charge my Visa MasterCard Card Number: Name on Card: Exp.Date Signature: I, the undersigned, parent or guardian or participant, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the aforementioned activity(ies), and I further agree to indemnify, and hold the City of Eagan, Eagan Civic Arena, skating director and instructors harmless from and against any and all liability for any injury or loss of property by the aforementioned individual(s) arising out of, or in any way connected with, his/her participation in this activity. r Parent or Participant Signature Date SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATON Name of Skater Total: $ Birthdate Level of Skater Parent's Name Phone (H) Address Parent or Participant Signature Amount Due $60.00 Date L 1 • 1996 Eagan Annual Report - -Pages 2 to 9 Boulevard Trees- - Choosing the Right Tree for the Right Site - -Page 9 Safe & Sober Campaign Rides Again - -Page 10 arch & scue in a Whole New Light - -Page 11 Volume 3 Number 2 Experience Ea•an cityof page 2 1996 was filled with activity at the City of Eagan. This special "Annual Report Edition" gives a glimpse of how that activity impacted the City of Eagan and its residents. The photos on the cover (from left to right) include: Construction workers checking the girders of the expanded Yankee Doodle Road bridge over 35E. This official city publication is distributed four times a year as a public service by the Eagan City Council. This publication is prepared by Joanna Foote, Communications Coordinator, under the direction of Tom Hedges, City Administrator. We invite comments or suggestions either in person or by calling 681 -4600 or TDD# for the hearing impaired 454 -8535. City of Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 Mayor: Thomas Egan Councilmembers: Pat Awada Bea Blomquist Sandra Masin Ted Wachter The Lone Oak Tree the symbol of strength & growth in our community. Figure skaters "christening" the ice at the Civic Arena Grand Opening. The Fire Department ladder truck going to great lengths to impress youngsters at the 1996 Community Services Open House. Summer 1997 Vice President Al Gore makin stop in Eagan to discuss Community Oriented Policing Programs. The first official splash of the wading pool as it opened in May of 1996. 1996 was a busy year in the City of Eagan. The City Council and staff have compiled the information contained on the next few pages as a summary Annual Report for the citizens of Eagan as an extension of the City's on -going efforts to effectively communicate and maintain accountability to the citizens of Eagan. Each year, City staff produces an Annual Report which contains a wide variety of in- depth, technical information about the City's operations, facilities, and programs, which is generally over 300 pages in length. That version of the Annual Report, although available to the public, not been widely used or distributed and, as such, the information remains largely unknown to you, the residents of the City of Eagan. The summary Annual Report which follows is tailored to provide an overview of Eagan's major accomplishments in 1996 and a general synopsis of the activities, programs and facilities provided. It is intended to provide the "highlights" of 1996 and is by no means a complete list of the City's ongoing projects, services or operations which are provided to the community. As you are probably aware, the City of Eagan is represented by Mayor - Council form of government with a full -time City Administrator. The community elects four City Council Members and a Mayor to four -year terms. The Mayor and Council serve at -large and therefore represent the entire community. The Mayor and City Council appoint a City Administrator to run the day -to -day operations of the City. Though the Mayor and City Council do not have offices at City Hall, they do hold regular City Council meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month and Special City Council meetings on a regular basis. All meetings are open to the public and are usually held in the City Council Chambers at Eagan City Hall, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. The City staff is organized into various departments and divisions, directed by the City Administrator. The City Council and staff strive to provide top quality services and facilities for the community while continuously holding the line on spending. Working in concert, the departments collectively fulfill the City's mission: the provision of quality public services, personal and property protection, a healthy environment, a stable tax base, attractive amenities, a sense of community and ethical representation. Summer 1997 Iity Counci f & Administration The City Council and Administration oversee a wide variety of areas including City policy, governmental affairs, communication, information systems, human resources, recycling programs, airport relations and general community issues. Major activity in 1996 encompassed a wide array of issues and services to support a growing community of 60,000 people. In 1996 City staff completed its first year in the expanded Municipal Center. The campus now includes the city hall, attached police facility, civic arena and trail access to the Dakota County Library and Patrick Eagan Park. A Community Services Open House held in May introduced over 4,000 of you to the facilities and operations of the Municipal Center Campus and the other City W e rations. e City continued to strengthen its F i n a n Department Following are some highly summarized financial data for the City interested in more complete financial information, copies of the C Annual Financial Report will be available at the Wescott Library General Fund Revenues Expenditures Increase in Fund Balance Public Utilities Fund Revenues Operating Expenses Profit before Depreciation Depreciation Net Profit Civic Arena Fund Revenues Operating Expenses Operating Profit Reserve for Capital Replacement Net Profit Onded Indebtedness Bonds Outstanding-12/31/96 Debt Retired in 1996 New Debt Issued in 1996 Public Improvement Projects Streets and Utilities Page 3 " 96 Annual Ike ! 0rt communication efforts with the citizens of Eagan. The City conducted its first community -wide survey to determine the perceptions, priorities and attitudes of the residents of Eagan and your level of satisfaction with City services. A large majority of you rated the level of service high and stated that you felt "the City of Eagan is on the right track." Throughout the year, the City also continued to expand its communications initiatives with area businesses. Of particular significance were a series of business outreach meetings. These meetings were designed to foster open discussion between local businesses and City representatives. The construction of the Eagan Promenade was another significant community collaboration . It culminated a cooperative process between the developer, the City and a Central Area c e Totals $16,736,242 14,912,846 $ 1,823,396 $11,934,613 7,642, 787 4,291,826 1,638, 760 $ 2,653,066 $ 385,774 313,788 71,986 26,750 45,236 $49,620,000 13,080,000 7,460,000 $10,911,548 . If you are omprehensive by the end of June. Increase /(Decrease} From Prior Year $1,800,695 (186,1501 $1,986,845 County 21.7% Task Force who worked together to set standards and establish an image for one of the City's central retail areas. Eagan is proud to be the home of many large corporate headquarters. Two of our major employers underwent significant corporate restructuring in 1996. West Group, which employs over 6,000 people at its Eagan facility, was purchased by Thomson Corporation this year; their Eagan operations have been maintained and in fact are expanding. Cray Research, another of Eagan's major employers, was purchased by Silicon Graphics, a California firm. Cray's Eagan facilities have also been retained. The retention of these firms and the expansion of other Eagan companies including Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Dart Transit, Midwest Coca -Cola Bottling and Lull Industries contribute to Eagan's healthy tax base. Where Do Your Property Taxes Go? (Dist. #196 figures) For the thirteenth consecutive year, the City of Eagan received the Certificate of Achievement for excellence in financial reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association. "96 Annua Report page 4 Community Devellopment The Community Development Department is responsible for a wide range of activities related to guiding and coordinating the physical, social and economic development of the City and is made up of two divisions including planning and zoning, and protective inspections. P l a n n i n g Division The Planning Division provides professional planning support to developers and residents in guiding them through the approval process for development, comprehensive guide plan changes, zoning changes and planning issues. The division is also responsible for maintaining and updating the City's long -range comprehensive plan for land use, housing, park transportation and utilities. In 1996 the division worked with all of the project applicants that received preliminary and final approval for development. Some of the larger projects which were granted approval are listed under protective inspections on the following page, as they also began construction in 1996. The Livable Community Goals and Action Plan was developed by the Community Development staff and was adopted by the City Council. The plan addresses life -cycle housing, density and affordable housing goals to be achieved by the City by the year 2000. Applications Processed 1996 Comprehensive Guide Plan Changes Preliminary Subdivisions Waivers of Subdivision Rezoning Conditional Use Permit Interim Use Permit Final Subdivisions Final Planned Development Variance Sign Permits 13 25 10 22 28 2 28 12 12 143 1995 12 36 5 29 35 0 29 N/A N/A 94 Z o n i n g C o d e Enforcement In 1996, the Planning staff received 181 inquiries from the public about specific areas of the City Zoning Code and performed 155 site inspections. The staff addressed 75 new code enforcement cases in which a violation was found. Of the 75 cases, 70 resulted in compliance by the resident or property owner and five were issued citations for violations of the City Code. When City staff works with residents and /or property owners, the intention is to obtain voluntary compliance. A citation is issued only after numerous unsuccessful attempts have been made to gain compliance. The chart shows a breakdown of the specific code cases addressed in 1996. The computer database which allows the Community Development staff to track this information was also developed in 1996. Summer 1997 The Planning Division began work on two transportation studies; a trucking/ industrial land use study and a transportation study for the Yankee Doodle Road/Highways 55 and 149 Corridor. The studies will address impacts on residential and business areas and suitable locations for trucking industries. Other issues of focus include roadway safety, capacity and efficiency. A Business Park Comprehensive Plan designation and corresponding zoning district were developed and applied in areas near I -494 and Highway 149. An ordinance addressing seasonal sales• and temporary event frequency was enacted. Also in 1996, revisions were made and an ordinance was proposed which regulates antennas and cellular towers. The changes were in response to new federal communications licensing laws. A special services district for the Cedarvale area completed its first year of active programming. As a part of the work program, new street signs were installed, a major identification sign was designed and installed and a mowing and maintenance program was funded. 1996 Breakdown of Zoning Code Enforcement Cases Garbage /Refuse Home Occupation Noise Odor Outside Storage Properly Signs Vehicle /Parking Zoning 23 2 1 4 2 5 6 24 8 Building Electrical Plumbing HVAC Water Softener .Sprinklers Ill TOTAL Number of Permits Issued 1996 1,932 2,008 710 759 45 83 5,537 Summer 1997 L Orotect L n s p e c t i Division The goal of this division is to ensure the health and safety of citizens by providing the enforcement of building safety standards and laws. The Protective Inspections Division is charged with carrying out the provisions of the State Building Code which includes fire, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, energy and handicapped requirements. This is accomplished through plan review, permit issuance and site inspections. Commercial building activity created over 200,000 square feet of retail space including the new Promenade retail center in 1996. dditional warehouse space in Eagan p 400 s f A l arge ercentage centage of this work was located on Blue Gentian Road with the Eagan Flagship project. A number of office tenants have relocated into the City during 1996. Mycogen Seeds built a two story, two million dollar building on Corporate Center Curve. The Minnesota Farm Bureau constructed a new office building on the northeast shore of Lemay Lake. i v e o n s At least six new restaurants were built in 1996. The list includes Dairy Queen, McDonald's, Green Mill, Bruegger's Bagels, Schlotzky's, Cattle Company and Jensen's Supper Club. Other commercial buildings of note include: -- Postal service customer service building on Lexington Way - -Oak Pointe Medical Clinic on Yankee Doodle Road -- Fairfield Suites - a 105 -unit hotel on Crestridge Drive On the residential side of construction, the storm damage on May 19 generated 232 permits for which the City chose to waive fees. Over 200 structures experienced in excess of $5,000 damage each. The Promenade Apartments broke ground in 1996. This project consists of 286 units in six buildings with a community pool centrally located. New townhouse projects created 173 units. The single family dwelling market remained steady at 277 new houses. 1995 1,523 1,672 593 589 9 49 4,435 E c o n o m i c Deve[opment In 1996 the City established a Highway 55 Redevelopment District. The district is designed to facilitate the redevelopment of certain properties on Highway 55 between Lexington Avenue and Lone Oak Road. The City set up a tax increment financing (TIF) district. This TIF district can generate funds for the acquisition and assembly of older properties and public improvements to encourage new development and tax base in the area. Completion of Lull Industries Revitalization Project was also a part of the 1996 work program. This project helped to facilitate the purchase and consolidation of Lull Industries by the Badger Bazen Company. The City worked with the company and the Minnesota Department of Trade and Economic Development to secure a low interest loan from the Minnesota Investment Fund. Lull not only completed the consolidation, improved the property and increased employment, but substantially exceeded its sales projections to the extent that it repaid its loan in advance. A portion of the proceeds of the Lull loan was retained by the City to create a revolving loan fund for projects which further the City's economic development goals. It is hoped that the fund can assist in business expansion and retention, and that it will grow over time as successful projects repay the fund. The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to programs, services, activities, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation or status with regard to public assistance. "96 ' nnua[ Report page 6 P a r k s Recreati on The City completed construction on a new three - season park shelter /picnic building at Blackhawk Community Park. The pavilion provides covered space to accommodate picnic groups of up to 150. The building also includes restrooms and a serving kitchen and roll down panels that can enclose a portion of the building for winter use or provide protection in unseasonable conditions. The Eagan Civic Arena completed its first full year of operation. And a successful year it was! Besides the events typically associated with an arena such as open skating, high school and youth hockey, the arena was the site for instructional skating lessons and dry floor events that included a craft show, in -line skating, and an open house for the City. For those who measure success by its revenues, the facility can report that its income exceeded its preconstruction projections, finishing the year well into the black after setting aside funds for capital replacement. The City opened its first wading pool designed for small children. The pool is adjacent to the Civic Arena and features "zero depth" entry and a series of playful water features that spray water to the delight of children. Thousands of preschool children took advantage of the facility. The wading pool operates in the summer months until Labor Day. During the summer of 1996, nearly 4,300 youth and adult baseball /softball games were played on Eagan park facilities. This does not include the hundreds of practices, scrimmages and pickup games by neighborhood youth in local parks. Park maintenance staff performs routine maintenance of these fields to keep them in suitable condition for play. In 1996, the Recreation Division offered 428 section or class activities with over 7,400 registrations processed. Not included in these figures are programs in which participants are part of a team or in which individuals may participate without registration. The Eagan Park and Recreation Department, in cooperation with the Eagan Athletic Association, conducts National Youth Sport Coaching Certification training. Last year Eagan certified 327 coaches, a number surpassed only by the City of St. Paul! During 1996, the Forestry Division installed 650 trees on City property . These trees range in size from seedlings to the larger bagged and balled trees to tree spaded trees. In addition, several hundred shrubs and perennials were planted. In the last five years approximately 4,500 trees have been replanted onto City property. The Tree Inspector diagnosed 299 Dutch Elm infected trees and 194 oak wilt Summer 1997 infected trees. Eagan has been successful in participating in the Oak Wilt Suppression Cost Sharing Program which reimburses funds to private and public property owners for a portion of the cost of oak wilt removal. During 1996, $10,600 was reimbursed to property owners. In May, the City suffered devastating losses to its urban forest when severe winds swept through Eagan. 54 significant trees were lost in parks along with nearly 100 boulevard trees. Crews spent two weeks on cleanup and over $7,000 in additional contractual removal. Eagan celebrated its tenth Arbor Day celebration as a Tree City USA. Eagan's Water Quality Division had a very successful 1996, winning a national first place Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its storm water quality management program. Programs from across the nation were rated in three key areas: innovation, cost - effectiveness, and benefits to the environment. Eagan's program was selected as the EPA felt it excelled in all three. Five of the City's seven priority lakes met or exceeded the summer lake water clarity standards of six feet in 1996. This is significant since none of the seven met this standard in 1991 when the water quality programs began. Population and development have grown sub- stantially through this same period. Both factors heavily impact lake water clarity. Sub[ic Works Department Eagan's Public Works Department includes three operational divisions; Engineering, Streets/Equipment and Utilities. Lngineerin Division Summer 1997 One of the highlights of 1996 in the Engineering Division was the planning and coordination of the road and bridge widening and the new freeway entrance ramp for Yankee Doodle Road /35E and the Promenade area. The project began in May and was substantially completed by October. Finising work will continue through the spring. The Promenade development was coordinated by the Eagan Engineering Ort ision with many interests including e, Regional, County and local agencies as well as numerous businesses, developers and independant contractors participating. The project was also a first in the area of metrics. The Engineering department chose the Yankee Doodle Road /35E corridor project as their first to be designed and implemented using the metric system for measurement, design and calculations. The metric system will soon be required statewide for all public projects. Also during 1996, the Engineering Division reviewed 25 preliminary plat proposals providing information regarding engineering analysis identifying street, utility grading and drainage requirements. In addition, 23 final plat applications and 14 excavation /grading permit applications affecting 360 acres of land were processed in 1996. Erosion and sediment control plans for both public and private projects require review by the sneering Division. These plans iewed in 1996 impacted 21 acres of single family development, 47 acres of multi -family development and 261 acres of commercial /industrial development. page 7 96 Annual Re ort Streets •t Equipment Maintenance The Street and Equipment Maintenance Division of Public Works is responsible for the maintenance of 267 miles of City streets, 96 miles of sidewalks and trails, public right -of -ways, street signs, storm drainage systems and lighting structures throughout Eagan. The division also performs all maintenance functions for City equipment and vehicles. In 1996, the Street and Equipment Maintenance Division responded to 32 snowfalls of an inch or more. Snowfall for the calendar year of 1996 was 72.6 inches, 68% above the normal average. These figures do not account for numerous occurances of freezing rain which also required sand /salt response. In May, portions of Eagan were hit by a severe wind storm. Maintenance crews spent 14 days on emergency cleanup and two additional weeks on non - emergency cleanup. Crews managed over 10,000 cubic yards of tree debris. Customer service calls for maintenance operations alone exceeded 2,300 response hours in 1996, in areas including pothole and street repair, erosion and drainage problems, traffic lights and signage, tree and boulevard maintenance, snow and ice control and other miscellaneous activities. U t i[ i t i e s Division The Utilities Division is responsible for the operations of water supply, treatment, storage and distribution system and the sanitary and storm collection systems. Operation highlights in 1996 included the construction of the new four million gallon Deerwood reservoir and two new wells to add to the City's water supply system. The reservoir, located near I -35E and Deerwood Drive, is the sixth to be built in Eagan and will help to maintain adequate pressure and supply for regular and emergency needs. The computer generated photo above shows the city logo which will be added to the reservoir this spring. The new wells bring the City's total to 19 wells which collectively supplied more than 3 billion gallons of water in 1996. In 1996, the Division also completed its Emergency and Conservation Plan which received high praise as "one of the best plans recieved" from the Metropolitan Council Review Agency. This plan identifies the water production capacities and usage in normal, high volume and emergency situations and estimates future water usage as the community grows. 96 Annu j2e' ort page 8 P o Department The responsibility of the Eagan Police Department is to protect the safety and freedom of the citizens of Eagan, currently one of the fastest growing communities in the state. Police personnel are also involved in training, policy development and have been influential in state and national legislative action. Eagan's population in 1996 was estimated near 60,000 and encompasses an area of 34 square miles. The police force is comprised of 57 sworn personnel. In an average day during 1996, the Eagan Police Department responded to 126 calls for service, issued 24 citations, responded to 3.3 motor vehicle accident reports, 3.5 medical emergencies, and held 2.4 persons within its jail cells. These averages are just slightly higher in each category than those recorded in 1995. In 1996 Eagan Police provided many public safety education programs including: facilitation of 85 Neighborhood Watch groups; a six-week Citizen Academy; a 3 -day Youth Safety Camp; Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) programs in 11 elementary schools and numerous personnel safety training sessions to residents, business and community groups. The chart below shows a summary of the offenses responded to by the Police Department in 1996 and the change since last year. as 1995 with 923 responses; less. Summer 1997 F i r e Department 1996 was filled with fire prevention programs, extensive training efforts, upgrading of equipment and general station and administration duties totaling 40,447 person -hours from Eagan's 112 member volunteer Fire Department. Total fire suppression /rescue calls increased from 678 for 1995 to 923 in 1996. The increase is due in large part to additional carbon monoxide alarms and hazardous material calls (235 calls in these two categories alone). Structure fires for 1996 remained about the same however, the total dollar loss was much 1996 was also the first full year of operation for the Fire Safety House. The Safety House has revolutionized Eagan's fire prevention program. The number of hours spent on the community's fire prevention programs have more than tripled in the last two years due in part to the dedication of the department members. The Fire Department's training division taught 48 different courses to the firefighters accounting for 12,869 person- hours. The Fire Department took delivery of a new fire pumper in September. In the photo above, Fire Chief Craig Jensen shows off the new truck at the 1996 Fire Department Open House. Police Department Incident Summary Criminal Activity: 95 -96 1996 %CHANGE Assault 499 - 15.9% Burglary 253 2.8% Forgery 53 -7% Drugs/Narcotics 63 10.5% Escape /Fleeing 7 - 12.5% Arson 13 -27.8% Gambling 3 200% Homicide 0 -100% Crime Against Family 87 42.6% DUI 322 5.6% Kidnap /False Imprison. 7 250% Crim. Sexual Conduct 44 0% Fed. /Juvenile /Liquor 588 35.8% Disturb.Peace /Disorder 720 -17.1% Obscenity 730 42.9% Crim. Damage/Trespass 706 7.6% Receiving Stolen Prop. 24 140% Robbery 18 63.6% Theft/Theft Related 1516 19.7% Vehicle Theff /Related 336 -0.6% Weapons 14 - 33.3% Crime Against Govt. 109 12.4% Total Criminal 5412 5.8% Non - Criminal Activity: Traffic Accident Domestics Road and Driving Alarms Animal Bite /Animal Ord. Assist Other Dept. Civil Matter Death/Suicide /Attd. Lost /Found Casualty Accidents Medicals Mental Case Inebriates City Ordinance Misc. /Public Assist Suspicious Activity Security Fire Gun Permits Carbon Monoxide Total Non - Criminal 1996 1457 659 12702 2580 938 872 257 105 1737 82 1127 28 123 800 12295 3119 972 146 324 146 95 -96 %CHANGE 22% -6.8% -7.2% 8.6% 4% 8.9% -2.3% 10.5% 8.8% - 28.1% 3.5% -36.4% 41.4% -4.0% 5.6% 6.1% 4.2% 1.2% 40.3% N/A 40673 2% If you would like to receive this news- letter in an alternate format such as large print, braille, audio tape, etc., pleas call the C>� of Eagan 681 -4600 (TDD 454 -8560) Summer 1997 oulevard Trees — hoose the right tree for the right site ith the arrival of spring many of us get "the bug" to work in the yard. Often, this involves tree planting, and most of us believe that's a good thing. The City of Eagan has been recognized as a Tree City USA for ten consecutive years. That means that we've planted lots of trees. Just from sponsoring our annual tree sale, residents have planted over 8,000 trees in the City. Trees growing in the right location provide benefits: reducing erosion; cutting heating and cooling costs; cleaning the air; producing oxygen; providing wildlife habitat and increasing property values. They are a renewable resource, giving us paper, wood, fuel, and countless other products. All in all, trees are a great benefit, but if they are planted and asked to grow in areas where they should not, these same beneficial trees can cause problems. So the question is; where should trees be planted, and not planted? When planting a tree, improving the soil from the typical compacted, nutrient starved urban soil, to a more tile soil is critical. Tree roots need oxygen as much, if 1110 t more, than they need water. Just adding good soil to a small planting hole is not enough, this will produce a tree that can only survive in a small area, and roots that can not grow outward. Improve as large of an area as possible. After planting, a 4 inch layer of organic mulch is one of the simplest things you can do to improve soil and the tree's chances of survival. Here are a few other items to remember when you plan to landscape in an urban setting. Make sure that the tree, or shrub, has room to grow to maturity. Ask about the mature height and width of the plant you wish to install, and then find an appropriate location for it. When you think you have an ideal spot • for your new tree, look straight up for things such as powerlines, lights, or overhanging roof lines. If the ideal spot is not available, select another plant that does fit the site. Select a plant that can survive biologically in your created site. Some plants can tolerate standing in water for short periods of time (red maple, river birch, tamarack, and willow). Some plants can grow in complete shade (balsam fir, sugar maple, ironwood, and Japanese yew). Some plants can tolerate drought better ilk an others (green ash, red cedar, jack pine, and bur ). Some plants have a high salt tolerance (white ash, Austrian pine, honey locust, and Norway maple). A high amount of salt comes from winter road traffic spray. Arrange for an underground locate. Today many W page 9 utilities are placed underground, which will prevent planting in that area. Underground locates can be made by calling Gopher One Locations at 454 -0002. Where should trees not be installed? In any urban setting, one of the toughest places for trees to survive is in the boulevard area. By this we mean the city or utility easement extending from the street curb back into front or side yards. This easement can be up to 23 feet wide, but more typically it is about 13 feet wide. Boulevard areas have the most nutrient poor soil because of road construction and the installation of utilities which both compact the soil. Boulevards are also narrow and do not allow enough ground area for sufficient root growth. In good soil, a healthy, mature tree will have a root system that extends two to three times the diameter of the crown. Most tree species simply don't have the mature crown shape that makes them appropriate to be planted close to street areas. Most trees that can survive in our climate have a more rounded crowns with lower branches, which eventually cause problems when planted close to roads. Easement areas are created to allow for activities needed for public safety and welfare. Activities include utility installation, street maintenance, and snow removal and storage. Last winter, many trees suffered broken branches as street snow was pushed back to allow room for snow arriving in later winter storms. Lastly, visual sightline problems are very common when trees are planted too close to roadways. Broad -leaf trees (ash, maple, oak, etc.) cause fewer visibility problems than conifers (spruce and pine). A recent boulevard tree inventory performed in Eagan, indicates that of 16,000 trees growing within 15 feet of the curb, nearly 25 %, (4,000 trees) are spruce trees. Because of their dense folliage at the base, they create visual obstructions especially when planted at, or near, curbs or intersections. Planting trees is one of the best things we can do to improve our environment if we choose the appropriate species and location. But trees can also result in many problems if they're not properly planned for. Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities participating in City activities will be provided upon advance notice of at least 96 hours. If less than 96 hours notice is received, the City will attempt to provide such aid. page 10 Streetlight Installation Program T he City of Eagan has over 2,900 streetlights throughout the City. These lights are located at major intersections, in commercial /industrial areas and neighborhoods. Systematic installation began in 1979 when the City Council adopted a policy requiring new developments to install streetlights in accordance to City standards. As a result, the City has been able to economically provide lighting at the time of development, designed for individual subdivisions. Although the policy has provided for streetlighting of developments since 1979, the City Council recognized that areas developed prior to this date may also want or need lighting. Likewise, they realized that residents may prefer the area without streetlighting. Therefore, a petitioning process is provided which allows for the installations upon request. All streetlight installation and associated costs are assessed to benefiting properties. When petitions are submitted they are presented to the City Council. The support of 35% of the property owners is typically needed before the Council will approve the preperation of a feasibility report. The report includes the proposed location of streetlights, total estimated costs and a method of paying for lighting. Once the report is complete, Staff holds an informal meeting to present the report, receive neighborhood comments and to answer questions. Any revisions are then made before the report is presented to the Council. The Council will then schedule a formal public hearing to decide whether the project will proceed. Historically, the City Council has been receptive to the wishes of the residents in these petitions. The cost per dwelling unit for streetlights ranges from $83 for multi- family to $294 in some single - family neighborhoods. Costs vary and are based on installation expense and the number of properties participating. Petition forms and further information is available from the Engineering Division at 681 -4646. Summer 1997 Safe & Sober Campaign Rides Again V ery often, law enforcement officials find that their role must expand as increasing demands are placed on parents. Law officers are increasingly called on to be educators and mentors. Law officers see firsthand how devastating the effects of alcohol abuse can be. More than any other drug, alcohol is linked to high incidences of crime, careless driving, accidents, violence and wrongful deaths. In 1994, 2,342 youth, ages 15 to 20, died in alcohol related crashes, nationally. Through a Safe and Sober Project grant, the Eagan Police Department works with high school students to increase awareness of drinking and driving related issues. The Department has helped stage plays depicting the effects a drinking and driving conviction can have on a young person. Officers have staged accident scenes and have worked with Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD) members, allowing them to ride along while officers participate in enhanced drinking and driving enforcement efforts on weekends from April 17 to June 1. The police can't rely on enforcement efforts or educati alone. To be successful, we need everyone's help in stopping people from drinking and driving. Talk to your teens before the upcoming Prom and graduation weekends, when drinking increases. Let them know that if they do "slip" and drink, they should not drive or get in a car with anyone that does. Let them know it is alright to call you or a cab to come and get them. Assure them that you won't lecture them at the time. Promise them you will wait until both of you are clear headed to sort out what happened. Then talk about how to prevent a recurrence in the future. If you have a party, supervise it. We are often called to parties in which someone has rented a hotel room for their children. Some unsupervised parties end up as drinking parties where the police are called and the youth get evicted from the hotel and cited. The worst of these situations is that many people flee and drive after drinking. The police also encounter incidences where adults provide kegs at parties. If you provide alcohol to underage persons, you can be charged with a gross misdemeanor. If an underaged individual is involved in an accident after you provided them with alcohol, even if they were not legally intoxicated, you could face tremendous lawsuits. If young people are to act responsibly when using alcohol, adults need to do s well. The City of Eagan is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer Summer 1997 irport Update u n ay Reconstruction Postponed T he last issue of this newsletter reported that Runway 11R/29L, one of the two main parallel runways at Minneapolis -St. Paul International Airport, would be reconstructed over a three year period beginning in 1997. Since that story was published, the Metropolitan Airports Commission has decided to postpone the start of the project for another year. The story also indicated that residents might experience changes in operations resulting from the construction. As a consequence of the MAC decision, no such changes are anticipated this year. Search and Rescue In a Whole New Light ou and your family are asleep. Suddenly awakened by the unmistakable sound of a blaring smoke detector, you scramble out of bed only to encounter blinding smoke and heat. After a desperate attempt to escape, you and your family retreat to a bedroom, dial 9-1-1, and tell the dispatcher you are trapped inside your burning house. Minutes seem like hours. Even though help is on the way, panic sets in. Can this be happening? How will the firefighters see throught the smoke to find us? This could happen to you. Similar situations occur all too often. Firefighters will attempt to find you; but, they are also blinded by the thick, black smoke. Search and rescue attempts are made by slowly crawling throughout a structure and feeling for victims. This process takes time. A new technology exists which can help firefighters see through the blinding smoke. The CairnsIRIS Thermal Imaging System is a special helmet which uses infrared technology to allow vision, even through thick black smoke. The Eagan Volunteer Fire Department is hoping to purchase five of these helmets to assist in its firefighting efforts. However, each helmet costs $25,000. Because of budget constraints, the department is seeking help from the community. These revolutionary helmets can help the Eagan firefighters help you. If you are able to give financial support to assist in obtaining these helmets for our firefighters, please send your donation (payable to the CairnsIRIS Fund) to: Eagan Fire Department, CairnIRIS Fund, 3795 Pilot Knob Rd., Eagan, MN 55122 City of Eagan Auction Saturday, May 17, 1997 10:00 a.m. -- preview one hour prior Eagan Maintenance Facility, at 3501 Coachman Pt. South of Yankee Doodle at Coachman Rd. Call 681 -4600 for preview list of items and information. page l 1 Progress being made on a quieter fleet The Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990 requires all airlines to convert their fleets to quieter generation, Stage III aircraft by the year 2000. The law also established a series of interim steps leading up to that deadline. As a consequence, all airlines have begun reducing the number of Stage II planes they operate, such as DC -9's and 727's, by replacing them or modifying their engines to meet Stage III standards. In recent months, operations of Stage III aircraft at MSP have exceeded 50% of all operations for the first time in the airport's history and the percentage is climbing. Northwest Airlines, the airport's home -based carrier, is making progress on their fleet conversion through a combination of purchases of new aircraft such as 757's and Airbusses and retrofitting some of its older planes with "hush kits ". The company indicates that it will have an all Stage III fleet by the federal deadline. MAC. noise hotline Residents who are bothered by aircraft noise can register their concerns with the Metropolitan Airports Commission by calling 726 -9411. Monthly reports of calls are provided to all cities in the airport area. Systematic Code Enforcement Now that summer is creeping into the northland, a note on code enforcement may be timely. The Community Development Department takes a proactive approach to enforcement including the regulation of signs, vehicle parking and outdoor storage. The City attempts to inspect all properties within the Cityfor code violations every 1 to 3 years. A proactive effort to enforce City Code by increasing the community's awareness of existing codes will reduce future violations. in addition to system- atic inspection and code enforcernentthe City will continue to respond to inquiries received from the public. If you would like more information about this process or to report a code violation, please contact the Community Development Department at 681-4685 cn coy L Is Your Lawn Care Company Licensed? Almost one -third of single family residential homeowners in Eagan use the services of a commercial lawn company to care for their yard. Most multifamily, commercial, and industrial lawn care needs are met by these companies as well. As a result of action taken by the City Council in April, all commercial fertilizer applicators operating in Eagan will now need to be licensed by the City. In holding a license, applicators must adhere to a series of conditions which include using fertilizers with a phosphorus content of no more than 3%, avoiding applications of fertilizer when the ground is frozen, and prohibiting spillage or spreading of fertilizer on paved surfaces. These conditions are common sense considerations in responsible fertilizer use, which most companies already follow. With these licensing provisions, the City and its residents now have additional leverage to ensure healthy lawns and the protection of water quality in the community's lakes and wetlands. Residents can do their part by making sure they employ only companies licensed by the City and that the applicators are using the correct fertilizer in the right way. Be Part of the Solution In a cooperative effort with the TORO Environmental Solutions Program, the City will be promoting the use of mulching mowers. The primary goal of the program is to reduce the amount of grass clippings disposed of. There are other environmental benefits to mulching as well, Mulching of grass clippings reduces the need to apply fertilizer and consequently reduceS the potential for fertilizer misapplication. In addition, keeping grass clippings on the lawn means they are kept off the pavement and out of the storm sewers which empty into area lakes. Both help protect water quality. Perhaps best of all, mulching is a considerable "labor saver. !" To explain the program and enroll participants, the Ciry wi hold a kickoff seminar on Saturday, June 14, from 10:00 a.m. to noon in the Community Room at Ciry Hall located at 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Interested residents can then arrange with the local TORO dealer to use the mowers for 1- 2 months on a trial basis. In return for using the mowers free of charge, participating residents agree to put up signage that indicates they area "Mulching Mower Demonstration Yard" and agree to answer questions regarding the use of the mowers. Participating residents then have the option of purchasing the mower from the dealer at a discount at the conclusion of the program. For more information, contact Rich Brasch, water resources coordinator, at 681 -4300. TREE CITY USA and GROWYW'1'H AWARD This year the City of Eagan was recognized as a Tree Ciry USA for the 10' consecutive year. This award is presented by the National Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service, and the National Association of State ' To receive this recognition a city is required to annually meet four standards: have an active Tree Board or Commission; have a community tree ordinance; implement a community forestry program with an annual budget of at least $2.00 per capita; and hold an annual Arbor Day Observance and Proclamation. For the 1996 year (awards were given out on March 27, 1997) 135 Minnesota communities were recognized as a Tree City USA. Mayor Tom Egan and Supervisor of Forestry Gregg Hove attended the awards ceremony. This year, Eagan received special honors as we were awarded for the 10`'' year with this recognition. To acknowledge this anniversary, a special 10``' year flag was received and will be flown at the _Maintenance Facility, two special Tree City USA road signs were received which will be displayed ax Ciry entrances, and •,`h anniversary trophy was received which will be displayed in City offices. In addition, the City of Eagan receiv "'or the 4`' year (the Yi year in a row) the prestigious Tree City USA Growth Award. This special recognition is presented to cities that undertake projects that result in some aspect of "environmental improvement" improve or that provide for new ideas that improve community tree care. The award was, received this year for completing a new computerized Tree Management ;Inventory System that utilized Global Positioning System and for adopting an improved T. ' r eservation Orden e. C • a- Household Batteries -- Go Ahead & Throw em Batteries in Minnesota are now "Tow mercury" Battery manufactures are now producing "low - mercury" batteries for distribution in the State of Minnesota as required by state law. These barteries can be thrown in the trash and no longer need to be brought to a hazardous waste site for disposal. With this new added convenience comes the added responsibility of labeling your batteries, at least until you're sure that all of the batteries which you are disposing are not hazardous. When purchasing barteries, read the package to make sure they don't contain mercury. Some packaging is labeled with a green tree or leaf to indicate that they are environmentally friendly; others are less visibly labeled with a simple statement like "No mercury added for a safer and cleaner environment -- contains only naturally occurring trace elements." 1f the individual batteries do not have a green indicator, then, label the batteries with N.M. (!r no- mercury) and the date with permanent markerm This allows you to be confident that the batteries contain no mercury when throwing there into the trash. When unsure about when your batteries were purchased and if they contain mercury, continue to recycle your batteries at the Household Hazardous Waste Facility or to the Recycling Drop -off Center. Recycle 3 to a Bin! It's that time of the year to reinforce recycling in the City of Eagan. With Earth Day behind us, we are all working on our pledges to do more for the environment; one of those things includes reducing the amount of packaging we purchase and recycling all that you can. As we gain momentum, start by reviewing the RECYCLING BASICS. At the curbside we can recycle SIX items, but we only have TWO bins. What to do? Well the City has solved the problem by providing srackable bins that can hold three grocery bags each. So, one bin can hold a week's worth of the cans, plastics with a neck, and glass bottles (clear, green, and brown); the other bin can hold newspapers, magazines and mail, and cardboard (or cardboard can be bundled and set next to the bins). ThoseCif you who still have the older style recycling bins that have the words "cans" or "glass" imprinted on the front can just disregard that imprint. We've expanded our materials collection a great deal since those were issued, but the bins are the same size as the newer ones and hold the same amount. The solution is simple: RECYCLE THREE TO A BIN_ Spring is in the Air and so are the Smells of Backyard Composting! Well, nor if you do it right. Now is the time of year that composting issues need to be addressed. Here is a tic list of facts about the ordinance addressing backyard composting in the City of Eagan: !. Compost needs to be in a bin or enclosure with at least 3 sides or circular and the contents must be maintained (i.e., turned about once every 2 weeks), The City will be making some composring bins available to residents for purchase. These bins have been constructed _ by the Twin City Tree Trust, a local youth service organization and are available at cost. 2. Acceptable composting materials inclu plant matter, such as grass clippings, leaves, and fruit and vegetable scraps. Do not include mean, bones, dairy products, fats, oils, or animal wastes, they cause odor, attract pests and are therefore prohibited by ordinance 3. The bin must be placed five feet from any property line and 30 feet from any habitable buildings. For more information, a copy of the City ordinance composting "how -to" packet, or to inquire about purchasing a backyard recycling enclosure, please Contact ` the City of Eagan recycling staff at 681 -4611. - YHI;? RUSL4CA 'tJOM IS RR1N'rE'p OM RECYCLED RAPER. ��;