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EAGAN PARKS AND RECREATION 1996 SPRING PROGRAMS CITY OF EAGAN 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 681 -4660 TDD 454-8535 IC* 41:* * * * 0 z u k§ }§ z } \ N 3 N § N k § I FL C.' } 0_ u } { j ƒ } o } E } E 1- E u K E w E 0 4 Pt E r . ( % < k . . < } E 1- 0 E 0 k ) § } U E c f Z } 0 \ u - 2 J 0 �' VISAJMASTERCARD .�. The Departrr en t of Parks and Recre •has added:Visa and MasterCard a an al method of payment fort recreation •activities ;See pertinent mfomatton: below Ride a Bike = Active Living, Healthy Lifestyles yil CREATION REGISTRATION e preferred method of registration is mail -in or drop box. No mass registration session is held. Activities with limited registration may fill before the registration deadline. REGISTER BY MAIL OR DROP BOX Mail - and drop box registrations will be processed in random order beginning March 4, 1996. 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 March 11, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Parks and Recreation office in the Municipal Center. 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, fill in all pertinent information requested on the registration form. RECREATION REGISTRATION ................................... ....... ..................................... ....... ......................................................... ............................... TELEPHONE .: REGISTRATLON! �` I If youwish to register via telephone using your Visa or MasterCard, !you may ► sobe innin>z 11arch.11. 1996 during regular office hours whichare;A 00 a.m to ¢ 30 p Telephone 681 4660 (TDD 454 8530 Do riot leave: a voice mail m . 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 start of a program 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 0 tempt to provide the aids. However, this may not be possible with short notice. SCHOLARSHIPS A limited amount of scholarship funding is available. For information, call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 (TDD 454-8535). We Make Fitness Fun ai iN EVENING WITH THE STARS Watch the stars come out along with planets and other fascinating celestial bodies as Eagan Parks and Recreation sponsors a star gazing night.Walter Hayes, member of the Minnesota Astronomical Society, will be our guide. Several high - powered telescopes take us on a tour of the springtime sky in search of Jupiter and galaxies beyond. Pre - registration is required by calling Parks and Recreation at 681-4660, TDD 454 -8535 by March 18. This activity is dependent upon a clear night. Call Recreation Happenings at 681 -4670, Option 1,after 4:00 PM, to determine if the event is postponed to the back -up date or on as scheduled. DATE: Tuesday, March 19, 1996 (Thursday, March 21, is the back -up date) TIME: 7:00 -8:30 PM LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park Pavilion 4425 Pilot Knob Road FEE: No charge REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Call 681-4660 (TDD 454 -8535) by 4:30 PM, Monday, March 18, 1996 BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY Here comes the Easter Bunny! Eagan Parks and Recreation in cooperation with McDonald's of Eagan is happy to bring you breakfast with the Easter Bunny. McDonald's is offering a Happy Meal breakfast of hot cakes, sausage, small orange juice and a Happy Meal toy or scrambled eggs, sausage and a biscuit and a Happy Meal toy, for the price of $1.99 plus tax on that day only. After their breakfast, children will receive a memento of their visit. Parents, please bring yourcamera! For planning pu rposes, let us know which session you'll be attending. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre - registration is required. DATE: Saturday, April 6, 1996 TIME: Section I: Section II: 8:30 -9:30 AM 9:30 -10:30 AM LOCATION: McDonald's of Eagan, 1995 Silver Bell Road FEE: $1.99 perchi Id for breakfast (payable at McDonald's) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Call in your registration to 681 -4660, (TDD 45 "4 YOUR PARKS" DAY April 20, 1996 Parks and Recreation in conjunction with WCCO -TV and the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association plan "4 Your Parks" Day; for environmental appreciation on April 20, 1996.This is an opportunity for families, neighborhoods, scout troops, 4H groups and others to venture into a park or along a trail to observe how the environment begins in our own neighborhoods. In addition groups may wish to participate in a grass roots spring clean -up in the park or along a trail segment. To coordinate your group activity with Parks and Recreation: •Cal1 681 -4300. • Coordinate your park clean -up section with Parks personnel. • Learn where to ottain "4 Your Parks" trash bags. • Identify a location to leave filled bags for pick -up. Plan your environmental appreciation activity now. Contact Parks and Recreation between April 8 and 17, 1996. 4 - 8535) by noon on Thursday, April 4, 1996. �i&d u cor rte a to me celebr' fond f D to celeb�attoi official start o the oot earthballl . A c at abiliti ludwg hoc ;REGIS` ittt tre plan � 114 oft .y y lash,! Fun ertcrtai it day» A pril 21 1'1111 12:• 0xt to 3:00P'M LOC lTION: Thorr►as like Park X425 Ptl rt 1Ctiob Ro ION: Pleas phone ut your t 681 -4660 to h elp r uch to order fleas by Tuesday, April l6. • OCATION: Trapp Farm Park E: $8.(70 until 3 :00 PM, M $10,00 on Race Day { Fee Includes T- shirt) :t and enjo the fresh :me r i icsota by running to the l,t« in Saturday, May ,1� he El eve thAnn 0t; € vies Tlxe ctttcs b .ppk ey itte, l rnatrtg[t'cr, oset natant :: s the series Spo ored ry .Q SOUTH OF THE RIVER WALK AND BIKE CLUB Join together with fellow walkers and bicyclists in the South of e River Walk and Bike Club. The cities of Eagan, Burnsville, armington, Lakeville, Prior Lake, Rosemount and Savage combine to offer this opportunity. The incentive program offers awards as you reach various milestones. 50 miles - lapel pin 100 miles - water bottle 300 miles - fanny pack 500 miles - t -shirt 1000 miles - sweatshirt Keep track of mileage and report that to your local parks and recreation office. Pick up your awards as you go! A quarterly newsletter will be sent to you. New members will be listed. Award winners will be announced. A quarterly special event will be planned. Eventually, members can list equipment for sale and start other activities. As the group grows so do the possibilities. The spring newsletter is due out April 1. The Spring Event will be the Earth Day Walk in Eagan, Sunday, April 21 at Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road. The walk begins at 12:00 noon and is led by a giant six foot earthball. Afterwards, a complimentary lunch is served along with several displays and demonstrations of earth friendly ideas for the whole family. This event is free! Cost for the Walk and Bike Club membership is $2.00 per rson. Register with your local parks and recreation department. r more information contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681- 4660,(TDD 454 - 8535). HOW - WHEN - WHY PRUNE TREES AND SHRUBS Learn the basic pruning techniques. Discover why trees and shrubs need to be pruned. Receive information on the best time of the year to prune various species. And, with shears in hand, practice your newly found skills. City forestry staff will conduct this learning session. Benefit from their experience. The coffee pot will be on! DATE: Saturday, March 23, 1996 TIME: 10:00 AM - Noon LOCATION: Community Room Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $5.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, March 15, 1996 Walk for 30 Minutes = Healthy Lifestyle HOLZ FARM The Holz Farm Task Force is recommending that the Farm be used as a historical demonstration of rural life in Eagan Township during the 1940's post - depression era. This time period was selected for several reasons including: •Electricity was introduced to the site in 1940. •The Farmall H tractor was purchased in 1940. •The farm was most productive at that time. •The era fills a unique period not covered by other historical farms. -Many people alive can still identify with the era. •Historical events such as World War II and the Great Depression had a major impact on life. •The era allows for contrasting pre- and post - mechanical farm life methods. The recommendation includes the restoration of the house, barn and outbuildings for public use. This process will need to be gradual as funding and labor are available. Programming will follow along with the restoration progress growing with opportunities as the site becomes more useable. Special events, farming demonstrations, bam dances, school group tours, animal displays and more are some of the exciting possibilities. The report suggests that a non - profit "Friends of the Farm" group be formed. The "Friends" would coordinate the activities concerning the Farm including capital fundraising, operational fundraising, programming and volunteers. The City of Eagan would maintain ownership. At the early stages of development, the City would play a major role in operation of the site. As the Friends group grows and strengthens, the City would have less financial responsibility. The City Council will hold a public hearing concerning Holz Farm on Tuesday, March 5 at 6:30 PM in the Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. The Holz Farm Task Force will be presenting their report and recommendations. The public is invited to comment on the report and ask any questions. Holz Farm is located at 4665 Manor Drive. Watch your local newspaper and check out the summer Parks and Recreation brochure for special events at the Farm. Rena two mile an rues will be a owing age categori 40 49, 50.51 and 58 available at the dirt Mtrr beginning March 4, lr • TINY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES The Tiny Tot program is designed to provide children ages 3, 4 and 5 the opportunity for 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. Group size is limited to the first 20 in each section at Goat Hill and Rahn and to the first 16 at Bridle Ridge. Child must be toilet trained. Please note: Participants new to the Tiny Tots program may register by mail -in or drop box beginning on March 4, 1996. Children who participated in Tiny Tots during the Winter session may re -enter the program until 3:00 PM on Friday, March 1, 1996. DATES: Monday/Wednesday: March 18 - May 22, 1996 Tuesday/Thursday: March 19 - May 23, 1996 TIMES & LOCATIONS: Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive Section 1: Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue Section 2: Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Section 3: Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Section 4: Tues & Thurs 1:00 -3:00 p.m. Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road Section 5: Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Section 6: Tues & Thurs 1:00.3:00 p.m. FEE: $75.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 13, 1996 LOCATION: Section 1: Section 2: FRIDAY FRIENDS A fun class for children ages 3, 4 and 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 an afternoon with your friends. Note: Registration new to the Friday Friends program begins on March 4, 1996. Children who participated in Friday Friends during the Winter, 1996 session, may re -enter the program until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 1,1996 DATES: Fridays, March 22 - May 31, 1996 (No class Friday, April 5) TIMES: 1:00. p.m. Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave FEE: $45.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, March 15, 1996 WACKY WEDNESDAYS Break up your week by participating in this fun new class for 3, 4 and 5 year olds. This class format is similar to the Tiny Tots program. Loads of fun with crafts, stories, free play and more... ese classes are' child/instructor ciasse Child must be toilet trained. l ass size is limited and pre -registration is r Child must be appropriate age by the first ci DATES: Wednesdays, March 20 - May 22, 1996 TIMES: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave FEE: $45.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 13, 1996 TIME: 9:00 - 11:30 am JUST FOR 5's This class is designed for 5 year olds or those children who will enter kindergarten in Fall 1996. Activities will include crafts, games, stories and singing in a fun learning environment. Each class will be theme based with an emphasis on socialization. This class runs 1/2 hour longer than Tiny Tots and is 3 days a week. DATES: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays March 18 - May 24, 1996 (No class Friday, April 5) LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park 3990 Elrene Road FEE: $140.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 13, 1996 CABLE Watch for regular Parks and program announcements on Cable TV, Information on recreation activities, park ecilities and announcements of special even are featured on Public Access Chatlilel 33 an Local Government Access Mama 1 6.. FITNESS AND FUN FOR THREE YEAR OLDS Three year olds will experience a variety of games and activities that will promote teamwork, social skills and FUN. Each week will provide a different theme and different activities. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active indoor /outdoor play. This program runs for 45 minutes which we have found to be optimum instruction time for this age group. Parents may be asked to volunteer. DATE: Fridays, March 22 - May 17, 1996 TIMES: 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. (No class on April 5) LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 13, 1996 I 1'illiI I 91 FEE: $20.00 GAMES KIDS PLAY Teamwork, sportsmanship and fun will be experienced through a variety of sports and games for 4 and 5 year olds. T -Ball, soccer and relay races are just some of the activities that will be explored. Dress for active indoor/ outdoor play. DATES: Fridays, March 22 - May 17, 1996 (No class on April 5) TIMES: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 13, 1996 Playing with Children = Active Living PLAY WITH ME Come and play for an afternoon 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. DATES: Mondays, March 18 - May 6,1996 TIME: 12:30 - 2:00 pm LOCATION: Rahn Park Building, 4425 Sandstone Drive 4 10 : REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 13, 1996 $25.00 /pair ME TWO 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. The class will include working on motor ski I I development, and coordination and 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. DATES: Fridays, March 22 - May 17,1996 (No class April 5) TIME: 9:30 -10:45 am LOCATION: Rahn Park Building 4425 Sandstone Drive FEE: $25.00 /pair 2 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 13, 1996 GAMES ON ICE For boys and girls ages 6 -12 Join us for April Fool's Day as we have fun at the Arena. Fun and games on the ice is the rule of the day. A light snack will be served. Bring your skates or skate rental is available for an additional $2.00. I LI SP /44- rl UP DATE: Monday, April 1, 1996 TIME: 11:45 am 1:45 pm LOCATION: Eagan Civic Arena 3830 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $4.00 per person (Includes admission, snack & supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, March 28, 1996 SCHOOL'S OUT PARTY For boys and girls ages 6 -12 The school's out party is back again. Games crafts and fun are all planned. Activities will be held outdoors as much as possible, so dress appropriately forthe weather. Pizza, beverage and a special treatwill be served for lunch. Grab a friend and join the fun. DATE: Friday, April 5, 1996 TIME: 10:00 am- 3:00 pm LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park 3990 Elrene Road FEE: $8.50 (includes lunch, supervision and all activities) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, April 1, 1996 SPRING CRAFT NIGHT For boys and girls ages 6 -12 Join us for an evening of fun as we celebrate spring. All activities will be centered around a spring theme. All supplies are furnished. Just grab a friend and bring your creativity. DATE: Tuesday, April 2, 1996 TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 pm LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue FEE: $5.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, March 28, 1996 • COLORING PART For boys and girls ages 5-10 It's a coloring party at Bridle Ridge Park Join us for a afternoon of creative fun as we decorate eggs, color p ctu res and celebrate the colors of sprint g Please dress in clothes that can get messy.. Also bring 6 hard - boiled eggs todecorate and take horne. Well supply everythingelse. LOCATION FEE EGISTRA'ION!'. ... ........... .......................... ............. .......................... ........ ............................... DEADLINE: Thur 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 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Reservations must be made 3 weeks in advance. Come celebrate your special day with us. For reservations, please call 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535). LOCATION: Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road FEE: Party #1 and #3 $60.00 for 1 -9 participants Party #2 $70.00 for 1 -9 participants (includes t- shirt) Add $5.00 for each additional participant. Maximum: 12 participants (including birthday child) PARTY # 1 OLD FASHIONED PARTY 4 - 5 YEARS OLD (1 1/2 hours) Includes traditional party games like Pin the Tail, Drop the Clothespin, plus a few new ones too. The 1-1/2 hour party will end with present opening, cake and juice drink. PARTY #2 T- SHWTPARTY 6 -10 YEARS OLD (2 hours) This 2 hour party allows for flexand 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 a juice drink. PARTY #3 TRADITIONAL PARTY 6 -10 YEARS OLD (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 juice drink. • K ASEBLL CL(N Meet the Eagan Hig ► Wildcats! Coach BobSadek his staff and the 9'96 o f'th e •Eagan High Schtaol'Varsity Aik ba ll Tearx will conduct th fast pa ced clinic for yo ers, parents and cta €hes Getthe latest tips on playing ball the Wildcatway Hitting, throwing fielding and ba running will be covered Enjoya hot dog lunch asrt?el Baseball, hot dogs and the Eagan Wildcats. How All American! Bring your bat, glove and enthusiasm. CIATE: TIME: LiIMCAT FEE: RI+GISTI urday Yvlay 4'1 996; Youth grades and up theirparentsand 1 an His School Varsity Field Green Monster 15 Braddock Trail iue earlydueto limited parking', .Ot) perpersontcovers lunch I TION Pre - registration is required. DATE: Saturday, May 11, 1996 TIME: 11 :00 AM - 2:00 PM LOCATION: Northview Athletic Fields 980 Northview Park Road (NOT Northview Elementary) FEE: $1.00 per person (covers lunch) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, Monday, May 6, 1996 BABYSITTING /LATCHKEY CLINIC The Eagan Women's Fire Auxiliary and the Department of Parks and Recreation co- sponsor babysitting /latchkey clinics. Boys and girls ages 10 or 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, April 13, 1996 TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:15 PM LOCATION: Community Room Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, April 5, 1996 Eagan Parks and Recreation Facility Update EAGAN SOFTBALL CLINIC "Glove down!" "Step into the pitch!" "Keep your eye on the ball!" Work with Sandy Hillyer and the 1995 Eagan Wildcats. Hear the tips that help make Eagan High's teams successful. Bring your glove; your bat, wear your softball gear. Be ready fora work out. Youth ages Kindergarten through 8th grade will find the clinic beneficial to their softball skills. FEE: $9.00 It is with excitement and enthusiasm that Parks and Recreation looks forward to youth softball and baseball being played at the Rahn Athletic Fields in 1996. This fine facility offers Class A infields, irrigated outfield turf, a restroom building and parking close to the fields. It is anticipated that a combination of in -house and travel teams will use the facility. Adult teams will be moved to the Lexington Diffley Athletic site making Rahn 100% youth oriented. In addition two new ball fields at Black Hawk Middle School and two at Red Pine School /Park will be available for use for the first time in 1996. Parks and Recreation is confident that access to these new facilities will provide increased field space compared to a year ago to accommodate growth in youth softball and baseball. At this point in time the continued use of the old Unisys fields is uncertain as the property may have been sold. Fields for all levels of soccer during the spring season will be similar to what was provided in 1995. The fall season will find four new fields on line at Lexington Diffley. Parks and Recreation looks forward to 1996 being a great year for sports. The sounds of children having fun as they learn at play and of adults enjoying recreational activity go hand in hand with Active Living, Healthy Lifestyles. SMART STREET SKATING In -line skating in the "real world ". Become better prepared forgoing 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, wristguards, elbow pads and knee pads are required. Space is limited. DATE: Thursday, April 25, 1996 TIME: 6:30 - 7:45 PM LOCATION: Northview Athletic Parking lot 980 Northview Park Road (NM Northview Elementary) FEE: $5.00perperson $1.00 skate rental (Indicate shoe size) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, April23, 1996 STREETSTYLE SKATING Hot - dogging the In -Line Way DATE: Saturday, May 11,1996 TIME: 10:30 AM to Noon FEE: $6.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, May9, 1996 New this spring is the chance to learn how to rail slide, use a "fun box" with stairs, take off on launch ramps,challenge a slalom course and create freestyle moves to music. Come check out this more aggressive, expressive style of skating. Full protective gear (helmet, wrist guards, elbow pads and knee pads) is required. LOCATION: Diffley parking lot at Lexington - Diffley Athletic Fields, Diffley Road at Lexington Avenue Heathy Lifestyle = 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity daily Y Y IN -LINE SKATING LESSONS This is the spring to hit the pavement rolling into the fast - growing, street - streaking, asphalt - kicking sensation of in -line roller skating! Loads of thrills, action and exercise. Learn 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. Beginners will learn the forward stride, turning, stopping and backward movement. Advance Beginners /Intermediate skaters will learn how to improve their stride, do cross -over turns, backward skating, lunge turns, power slides, t -stops and more. Dynamic Skating School has a limited number of skates, helmets and wristguards available for rental during class only. Cost for this equipment is an additional $3.00. 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. DATES AND TIMES Session l: April 29, 30, May 1 (rain make -up is May 2) Section 1: Beginners 5:00 - 5:45 PM Section 2: Adv. Beg/Intermediate 6:00 - 6:45 PM Section 3: Adult Beginners 7:00 - 7:45 PM Session 11: May 6, 7, 8 (rain make -up May 9) Section 4: Beginners 5:00 - 5:45 PM Section 5: Adv. Beg/Intermediate 6:00 - 6:45 PM Section 6: Adult Beginners 7:00 - 7:45 PM LOCATION: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota parking lot, far south end near Blackhawk Road and Blue Cross Road. FEE: $20.00 per person $3.00 skate rental (Indicate shoe size) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session I: April 26, 1996 Session II: May 3, 1996 Boys 5 on 5 Summer Basketball League Boys ages 10-13 and 14-17 Look forward to a summer filled with full court competition with other youth in the commuity. Games will be played in 5 different parks. The leagues begin June 17 and end on August 18. Contact Parks and Recreation after May 1 for registration information. FEE: $10.00 per player $15.00 late registration (after June 7) ye n nes 1996. : 6 nde 1 ess, C k eP 1111 l�lil'11i if 111;11. �III'Ij!!I II X1 1111 ';u!Il�ldllll Youth Tennis Le ❑ Junior Tennis Camps ❑ Junior Tennis League ❑ AdultTennis Lessons ❑ Men's Tennis League ❑ Women's Tennis League ks, June 1 St nd torrra Ad u ltCo- R�ec reational Tennis League ❑ Adult Golf Lessons Evening in the Park ❑ MN Aqua Fishing Clinic for Children w ❑ Camp Creative Softball Camps ❑ Summer in the Park Special Events and Field Trips Wagonful ©'Fun 0 ❑ Eaganettes /Fun with Dance Instructional T Sall ❑ Summer Fun Day ❑ NatureCamp ❑ Sports & Games Camp Youth Safety Camp ❑ Day Camp Preschool Pro ❑ Various NEW Camps LOOKING AHEAD TO SUMMER PREVIEW OF SUMMER PROGRAMS For complete summer program information, see the Discover Us! brochure available on May 8, 1996. Mail -in registration begins on May 13, 1996. M -F, ages 5 - 12, June 1tl - July 26, 1 W - 3 weeks, ages 12 - 18, June, July and August sessions. M, T, Evening and daytime activity, June & July sessions. Tuesday evenings, Monday evenings, play begins in early June. nerd Evening activity, June and July sessions. Wednesday evening family en t_. June 15, 1996. play begins in early J'ui midw, 9 -15, June 1 0 Friday mornings in June and July. M -W mornings and afternoons, June 1 2 Ages 5 -14 at various neighborhood parks. Thursdays, June 13 - July 25, 1996 m7Th.mprningsi.andafternOons ; June 12 July 25,199, Ages Kindergarten through 12 variousneighboncod perk M - Th, ages5 - 15, June 12 - July 2S, morning and afternoon classes. es 5, 6 7, June 12 Juiy 25,1;996, m rnin Fridays, June 14 - August 1996. Field trips around the Twin Cities. August 5 9,1996, 9 am 2 pm, a aches July 29 - August 2, 1996, 9 am - Noon, ages 6 -12. August 5, 6 & 7,', 8 am- 4 ©pm, ag es 8 - 9, Thomas # August 19 -23, 9 am- 3 pm, ages 7 -12, Camp Sacajawea. June 12 - July 2 ! Tiny Tots C ages 3 -5 Morningsand afternoons. During the month of August. 01 01 i i j 1 1 "�1I111111 !lift; �i 11 . 1 i : is 4 II i j�� �� I � 6 14 11111 u116a11 fl1 Il ll 1 l 1!11116 11: 11 4 1 i illll ill !li�lllllllllllihiil'i'ill;l� �. 101111 iiff � '11'y l:c • i1 ADULT SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL Eagan Parks and Recreation organizes a variety of slow pitch softball leagues for adults. Games are played at Northview Athletic and on the new fields at Lexington and Diffley. For most leagues, the majority of team members must live or work full -time in Eagan. For a complete registration packet stop by or call Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535). Players wishing to get on an available players list should also call the number listed. LEAGUES OFFERED INCLUDE: Sundays: Co -Rec 11/12" Alternating weeks doubleheader Mondays: Women's C & D Men's Upper & Lower Tuesdays: Men's C & D Co -Rec 11/12" Wednesdays: Men's C & D Co -Rec 11/12" Morning Thursdays: Men's Corporate C & D Men's 35/40 and Over Men's Morning Fridays: Co -Rec 11/12" Co -Rec 14" Returning teams register March 1 -8. New teams register March 12 -15 on a first -come, first -serve, space - available basis. A special new team early bird registration will be held Monday, March 11 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. Outside teams register March 18 -19. Games begin April 28 and run through early August. More details are included in the registration packet. TENNIS COURT /SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT RESERVATIONS Tennis courts and sand volleyball courts are available for casual play on afirstcome, 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 receiptof fees. Please Note: The Northview Park tennis courts will be closed during the month of August for color coating. t e tvourkicks all ume rwith thisearecr a a Ne for adults hosted by the Cityof B he e is co-sponsored by the cities o Apple N eville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville, PriorLake mount rind Sevge Team mu h a t leas emale pl ayers tan the field T eams sh ould consi ',ye rs tha tliveorwworkfull timeintheeightcitie 1 above Enjoy the surer league and /or getlnt ill league, too! DATE: Su ndays, beginning May 9 TIM : Aftern LACt3TION: o ede termined wit Burn II R 4li !. RETURNIIG RES(►NT DEADLIN ApriI.I% 1'96 Join a Team = Active Living SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES The Department of Parks and Recreation invites volleyball enthusiasts to play in summer sand volleyball leagues. Matches will be played at the Rahn Athletic courts. The Department looks for winter league teams, neighborhood groups, teens and work groups to enter teams. The leagues will be formed in mid - May with play beginning in June. Specific information on "how to enter your team" will be available in early May. Call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 (TDD 454-8535) to requesta packetof information. PRELIMINARY LEAGUE LINE -UP Monday: Unofficiated, co- recreational Friday: Unofficiated, co-recreational Sand volleyball offers a vigorous work out, a familiar game and the opportunity to get together with friends. TRY IT OUT! R !r+ N i N oti 6 1.4670 ton con t'tn cst A suggestiOr $ litre.! S helter B uild play yea triton Registrativ: lo ok for infor trrati Updates on class o „ Youth::Athletic Assoc The hotline telepho n n c Beni or Th Recreatio l la eetns ld�tl 0 tne is e 2 4 h quick specti� uonaiia #1 T ©clap's A es: e th er r lateci actt lty kday Wh en w+i ken � . _. ��iL�^E F ,4 ;grtx n ew trttot c hat will hnppcnu ir, f leuporbt nniscou you tight like to j anon Informat c *OW n, s l t l >s available foir ser rail -in and tltolr box abl spauce will b r youth athletics ;q` This adult co- recreational tennis league is offered for its Aft 9th 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: Mid -May Start of league play: Early June FEE: $10.00perparticipant If you have a new team or wish to be on the draft list, call Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 (TDD 454- 3585). League and roster information will be available in early May. Don't miss out on a lot of fun! CO- RECREATIONAL TEAM TENNIS ii ill lb EAGAN WOMEN'S TENNIS LEAGUE A new Women's Tennis League is offered by Parks and Recreation. Matches will be played on Monday evenings. The league's focus is recreational play. Disparities in playing ability can be addressed through a handicap system. An organizational meeting will be held in Mid -May. The participants will finalize details such as interest in doubles as well as singles. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535) to receive an information packet which will be available in Mid - April. FEE: $5.00 per participant REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 10, 1996 EAGAN MEN'S TENNIS LEAGUE Parks and Recreation offers 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. An organizational meeting will be held in mid -May. Details will be finalized when the number of participants is known. Call Parks and Recreation 681 -4660 (TDD 454-8535) to receive additional information which will be available in Mid - April. FEE: $5.00 per participant REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 10, 1996 NATIONAL YOUTH SPORTS COACHES ASSOCIATION COACHES CERTIFICATION Every child in sports deserves to have the best. As a service to the community, the Department of Parks and Recreation, in cooperation with area Youth Athletic Associations, sponsor coaches certification clinics. Eagan Parks and Recreation staff are certified instructors affiliated with the National Youth Sport Coaches Association. NYSCA has developed a three level curriculum designed to benefit coaches of youth sports. This certification program is used extensively throughout the United States. Eagan is pleased to be part of this program and proud to be able to offer it to Eagan youth coaches. The subject areas covered at each clinic include: The Psychology of Coaching Youth Sports, Maximizing Performance, First Aid and other safety consideration. First level coaches also view a video tape presentation, individualized to specific sports, that cover fundamental skills, "Organizing A Fun and Interesting Practice" and "Offensive and Defensive Techniques ". Tuesday, March 26 Wednesday, March 27 Wednesday, March 27 Saturday, March 30 Monday, April 1 Monday, April 1 111111 I. 1st level 6:00-10:00 pm Black Hawk Middle School (Baseball, Softball, Track, Soccer) 2nd level 6:30-8:00 pm Municipal Center 3rd level 6:30-8:00 pm Municipal Center 1st level 9:OOa -1:00 pm Black Hawk Middle School (Baseball, Softball, Track, Soccer) 2nd level 6:30 -8:00 pm 3rd level 6:30-8:00 pm Once the 3rd level is completed, attendance at clinics is no longer necessary. Has your chiid's coach been certified? 41 ll"i!i1ii�Jli � 'iii 111 lIillllilrli i Il�llilllli�illy'I'i�" h4� �l�l i I'll� �l' i i 111 �! Iili 11 iu !I IIIiIII i i �IIiI II� � i i��1 1 1II�l w l'�I! I I II I I i Itl 01111 U llli SEASONAL RECREATION STAFF WHAT DOES IT TAKE? QUALITY LEADERSHIP, A FEW GOOD... Parents with children participating in recreation activities often inquire concerning the qualifications of activity leaders. Senior leaders are typically college graduates with degrees in Education or Parks and Recreation. Other leaders may be college students who worked as an activity assistant for three or more years and have proven skills necessary for the position. Activity assistants are most frequently high school juniors or seniors with an interest in education or recreation as a vocation. Experience in working with children, leading group activity, and a wide knowledge base of activity alternatives are important qualifications to selection of staff. Background checks are routine before being hired to assure that quality role models lead City sponsored programs. If you fit this description, you may want to apply to become a summer staff member with Eagan Parks and Recreation. 111111111' i'1ni, lih''11'1'!'11111111111" 1i111111I 4lliilll„ Municipal Center Municipal Center Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 Active Eaganitesl EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, abilit national origin, sex,. dts y age martial status, sexual orientation or status with regard to public assistance. SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Seasonal employment opportunities are available in Parks and Recreation summer programs. Recreation leaders and assistants are needed to work with youth and teens ages 3 through 15 years old in a variety of programs. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years old. Dates of employment are during the months of June, July and August. Hours are part -time. Applications will be available beginning on March 4, 1996 through April 8, 1996. All applicants must complete a City of Eagan application form and submit a letter of interest. Forms are available at: If you need additional information, call Parks and Recreation at (612) 681-4660, TDD (612) 454-8535. • SHELTER BUILDING RESERVATIONS Do you need a site for a special club meeting or event? al e shelters at Bridle Ridge, Sky Hill, Goat Hill, Quarry d 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 $65 is charged for half -day and $95 for a full day's use of these facilities. Non - resident individuals and corporations are charged $85 per 1/2 day, $115 per full day. A $150 damage deposit is required. Parks and Recreation conducts programs in the shelt, °r buildings during various seasons of the year. Private reservations are not accepted during class or general public hours. O'Leary and Walnut Hill Parks offer sun shelters, sized to15 -20 picnickers. A fee of $30 is charged to residents for a sun shelter reservation. The non - resident fee is $50. The reservation fees for these facilities are subject to state sales tax. TO RESERVE A SHELTER:I 1. Call Parks and Recreation 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. Availability of the shelter will be verified. The reservation will be recorded upon receipt of fees. Fees are due within 48 hours of the initial inquiry. ATHLETIC FIELD RESERVATIONS It is anticipated that a limited amount of field space may 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. I TO RESERVE A FIELD: I 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 (TDD 454-8535) at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 41) Field availability will be verified. Fees are due within 48 hours of the inquiry. 4. The reservation is recorded upon receipt of fees. 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 room to spread out. The feeling of seclusion is surprising in our suburban setting. 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 $65 per half day or $95 for a full day. Non - resident individuals and corporations are charged $85 per half day, $115 per full day. A damage deposit of $150 is required. Pavilion reservations are subject to state sales tax. I 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 inquiries 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. EAGAN SENIORS Eagan Seniors meet several times each month to visit with friends of long standing, to welcome new seniors to the community, and to have fun. The Seniors Coffee Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 9:00 AM at the Silver Bell McDonald's restaurant. Host Peggy Knudsen assists the Seniors who gather to celebrate birthdays and to play bingo. On the second Wednesday of each month Eagan Seniors meet for lunch. This may occur at a local restaurant or as a potluck. The Seniors group meets at Oak Woods of Eagan on the fourth Tuesday of the month. The program typically consists of entertainment along with coffee 'an conversation. If you are a Senior, new to the City or a life -long resident, join us. Call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 (TDD 454-8535), to be placed on the mailing list to receive activity announcements and to learn of area wide Seniors opportunities. 16 ;'. NO OP 11 SKA"1'1 ON MARCH 15,1;6 Wednesday 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Fees: Rental Skates Eagan Civic Arena Open Skating Sessions The Civic Arena will offer open skating beginning Saturday, March 9 through Sunday, May 5. This will be recreational skating only. Absolutely no sticks or pucks will be allowed. Friday 7:30 - 9:30 pm Saturday 1:00 - 3:00 pm (March 9: 7:30 -9:30 pm) Adults: $3.00 per 2 hour session Students: $2.00 per 2 hour session $2.00 per pair. Skate Rental is available at the Civic Arena. Limited sizes are available on a first come first serve basis. Sunday 1:00 - 3:00 pm (March 10: 7:30-9:30 pm) (April 28: 5 -7 pm) Special Open Ska Trines March 11 and 14 5:00.7 :00 pm o and (arc 4 - May 2, 1 1 :45 prt: -1.45 p Open Freestyle Skating Tuesdays and Thursdays March 5 - May 2, 1996 7:OOam -8:30 am $4.00 per person FIGURE SKATERS ONLY NO HOCKEY INSTRUCTION Afternoon, Open H ockey Sessions Tuesdays and Fridays Ma 5 - May 3, 19 96 1 :15prn- 1 :45pm .t per person /session SKATERCIZE Keep fit. Join the fun way to exercise as you develop your strength and physical conditioning. Open to all adults from beginners to advanced skaters. DATES: Wednesdays, March 13 - May 1, 1996 TIMES: 12:00 - 12:30 pm COST: $55.00 FRIDAY LESSON TIMES 6:45 - 7:15 pm ADULTS Keep fit - -have fun! Get out and skate with other adults. If you've always wanted to learn to skate, this class is for you. Designed to learn skating fundamentals through advanced levels using the basic skills program. Class divided according to ability. Work at your own pace. Great exercise! SATURDAY LESSON TIMES 9:45. 10:15 am 10:15 - 10:45 am SMALLS AND TALLS The SMALLS are children, through kindergarten and younger and the TALLS are adults (parents /sitters friends /relatives) who register together for a fun time learning to skate. Learn the basics of skating and move on as each skater learns at their individual pace. DATES AND TIMES: Wednesday Lessons March 13 - May 1 11:00 am- 11:30 am 11:30 am. - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Friday Lessons March 15 - May 3 5:15 -5:45 pm COST: 2/$55.00 There is no crossover from the Smalls and Tails class to the Friday /Saturday class. Progression of advancement will be made within the Smalls and Talls class. • • UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE CIVIC ARENA Summer's on it's way. The ice will be coming out of the Civic Arena soon and staff is busy planning and preparing for more activities. Check the Summer brochure after May 8 for all the details for the following events! Find a new way to Vedesvas 114/ at the Civic Arena. QNS' MP o ��-S� NF °t\i- SNP N N O 6 ,♦ • coto 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. 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 gloves should be worn by everyone skating. Helmets (or hats) are mandatory for Tiny Tots and suggested for the all 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. Skate Sharpening Skate sharpening will be available at the Civic Arena 1-lours: Monday through Friday 5:00 - 10:00 Saturday and Sunday 8:00 - 8:00 Price: $2.00 per pair P RFS fRU ACA f C i n s. A RFN U�� << root) DES 686-1100 RENA M AG R N A�E R RT Healthy Lifestyles = 30 Minutes of Moderate Intensity Physical Activity Daily REGISTRATION REMINDERS Participants in theWinter 1996 session of skating lessons have been offered the oppoortunity to register early for this spring session of skating lessons. Participants new to skating lessons can begin registering by mail on Monday,March 4, 1996. Please be aware that some classes may be filled before March 4, 1996. The registration deadline for skating lessons is March 12, 1996. There are no refunds after the registration deadline. Parents are invited and encouraged to watch their children participate in skating lessons, however, they are not allowed on the ice with their child unless they have registered for the Smalls and Talls class. There are times when young children may have a difficult time separating from their parents. If you feel that your child may have a little difficulty in attending a skating lesson without a parent present you may want to consider participating in a Smalls and Talls class or participate in some open skating sessions with your child. We want your skating experience to be FUN. Participant's Name Address City,State, Zip Phone (H) (W) 1.0t Age Birthdate Parents Name Highest ISIA Test Passed too. Highest USFSA Test Passed ENROLL ME IN: Class Time. $ 2ND FAMILY SKATER 4141 Age Birthdate Highest ISIA Test Passed 01: 0 Highest USFSA Test Passed ENROLL ME IN: Class Time: $ 3RD FAMILY SKATER Age Birthdate Highest ISIA Test Passed Highest USFSA Test Passed ENROLL ME IN: Class Time: $ 18 ': EAGAN CIVIC ARENA Skating Registration Total: $ Charge my _ Visa _ MasterCard Name on Card: Card Number: 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 afore- mentioned 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. Parent or Participant Signature Date L Parent or Participant Signature EAGAN CIVIC ARENA Skating Registration Participant's Name Address City,State, Zip Phone (H) (W) Age Birthdate Parents Name Highest ISIA Test Passed Highest USFSA Test Passed ENROLL ME IN: Class Time: 2ND FAMILY SKATER Age Birthdate Highest ISIA Test Passed Highest USFSA Test Passed ENROLL ME IN: Class Time: 3RD FAMILY SKATER Age Birthdate Highest ISIA Test Passed Highest USFSA Test Passed ENROLL ME IN: ClassTime: Total: $ Charge my Visa _ MasterCard Name on Card: Card Number: 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 afore- mentioned 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. Date REGISTRATION REMINDERS Participants in theWinter 1996 session of skating lessons have been offered the oppoortunity to register early for this spring session of skating lessons. Participants new to skating lessons can begin registering by mail on Monday,March 4, 1996. Please be aware that some classes may be filled before March 4, 1996. The registration deadline for skating lessons is March 12, 1996 There are no refunds after the registration deadline. Parents are invited and encouraged to watch their children participate in skating lessons, however, they are not allowed o ice with their child unless they have registered for the Smalls and Talls class. There are times when young children may ha difficult time separating from their parents. If you feel that your child may have a little difficulty in attending a skating lesson without a parent present you may want to consider participating in a Smalls and Tails class or participate in some open skating sessions with your child. We want your skating experience to be FUN. Skating can be enjoyed by everyone from ages younger than 20 months through senior citizens. If a little help is needed, pushers are provided for standing . Eagan Skating School offers a "progressive" program which advances skaters into the next level when they have mastered the elements within their level. It is not uncommon for a student to repeat a level before mastering all the skills at that level. Upon advancement, a badge /ribbon is awarded. This program follows the guidelines of the Ice Skating Institute of America (I.S.I.A.) which can bring the skater from a beginning recreational skater through a high level competitor. Classes are taught by professional instructors and limited to approximately 12 skaters per class. DATES: Wednesdays, March 13 - May 1, 1996 Fridays, March 15 - May 3, 1996 Saturdays, March 16 - May 4, 1996 TIME: See appropriate class description and schedule on pages 17, 19 and 20. COST: $55.00 REGISTRATION: 1996 Winter Participants will have the opportunity to register early for the 1996 Spring Session New Registrations will begin on March 4, 1996 on a space available basis. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, March 13, 1996 TINY TOTS 1 & 2 New Registrations For very young skaters (6 yrs & under) with little or no skating experience. They team the basics of skating. Helmets (or hats) and gloves are mandatory. FRIDAY LESSON TIMES 5:15 - 5:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 5 :45.6:15 pm 8:45 - 9:15 am 6:45.7 :15 pm 9:45.10 :15 am 10 :45- 11:15Am Fo skaters who have successfully complet To ts 1 & 2 i our program. Swizzles, stops and backward skating are taught. I :,ii;1li1iIIIIII':i,ilil liip,;l i EAGAN SKATING SCHOOL EAGAN CIVIC ARENA Once you can walk; you can learn to skate! Have Fun! Make New Friends! Great Family Activity and Exercise! TOTS r i 11 1 1 "'j1l i llir l lll l ll 1 11111 lul III i SATURDAY LESSON TIMES 8:45 -9:15 am 9:15 - 9:45 am 9:45 - 10:15 am 10:15 - 10:45 am 10:45 -11:15 am 11:15 - 11:45 am Ifill11 b SATC.JRDAY LESSON TIC 9:15 -945am 10:15 10;45 pm 11:15 11:45 pm l l �i I I i II I llll�i. ,d , � FRIDAY LESSONTIMF.S 5:15 - 5:45 pm, 6:15.6:45 pm Contin ing TINY TOTS 1 FRIDAY LESSON TIMES 5:15 - 5:45 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:45 - 7:15 pm &2 PRE -ALPHA SATURDAY LESSON TIMES 8:45 - 9:15 am 9:15 - 9:45 am 9:45 - 10:15 am 10:15 - 10:45 am 10:45 • 11:15 am 11:15 - 11:45 am For skaters previously enrolled in the skating program who have not completed all of the Tots 1 & 2 skills. Class emphasis is to continue forward skating, Aiding and swizzles. For skaters 7 and older or those who have successfully completed Tots 1, 2, 3, and 4. Skating posture and balance, 1 &2 foot glide, how to stop and backward & forward skating using swizzles and wiggles are taught. capabtl. F use of toe pik FRIDAY : SA'lvllA' Pk/ump. ragram 20 GAMMA /DELTA For the skater whohas passed Beta or possess the capability. Skaters are taught hockey stops, mohawk turns with combination steps and 3 -turns (both directions). Pre freestyle level is for skaters who have passed Gamma or have the capability. Learn edge control, body alignment and balance in preparation for freestyle skating. Inside 3- turns, bunny hops, lunge and shoot the ducks are taught. SATURDAY LESSON TIMES 9:15 - 9:45 am For the skater who has passed Alpha or has the capability. Learn backward stroking and crossovers (both directions) along with T- stops. FRIDAY LESSON TIMES 5:45 - 6:15 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm BETA SATURDAY LESSON TIMES 8:45 - 9:15 am 10:45 - 11:15 am 11:15 - 11:45 am Skaters must have passed Alpha t levelsi to participate Sk aters; b egin to wear spins and wads to blend them into a skat p Skaters can advance into diff—cult dcubl jute comb natio spins and faatwork LESSON TIME 5:15 - 5:45 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:45 - 7:15 pm LESSON TIME 8:45 - 9:15 am 9:15 - 9:45 am 9:45 - 10:15 am 10:15 - 10:45 am 10:45 - 11:15 am 11:15 - 11:45 am LESSON TIME 11:00 - 11:30 am 11:30 - 12:00 pm 12:00 - 12:30 pm 1:00 - 1:30 pm FRIDAY CLASS SCHEDULE PRACTICE TIME 5:45 - 6:15 pm 5:15 - 5:45 pm 6:45 - 7:15 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm SATURDAY CLASS SCHEDULE PRACTICE TIME 9:15 - 9:45 am 8:45 - 9:15 am 10:15 - 10:45 am 9:45 - 10:15 am 11:15 - 11:45 am 10:45 - 11:15 am WEDNESDAY CLASS SCHEDULE PRACTICE TIME 11:30 - 12:00 pm 11:00 - 11:30 am 12:30 - 1:00 pm 12:30 - 1:00 pm and 1:30 - 1:45 pm CLASSES Cont. Tots 1 &2, Smalls & Talls, Pre - Alpha, Alpha Tots 1 &2, Tots 3 &4, Pre - Alpha, Beta Cont. Tots 1 &2, Alpha, Pre - Alpha, Beta Tots 1 &2, Tots 3 &4, Pre - Alpha, Adults CLASSES Tots 1 &2, Tots 3 &4, Pre - Alpha, Alpha, Beta Tots 1 &2, Cont. Tots 1 &2, Pre - Alpha, Gamma/Delta, Freestyle Tots 1 &2, Tots 3 &4, Pre - Alpha, Adult, Alpha Tots 1 &2, Cont. Tots 1 &2, Pre - Alpha, Alpha, Beta Tots 1 &2, Tots 3 &4, Pre - Alpha, Alpha, Beta Tots 1 &2, Cont. Tots 1 &2, Pre - Alpha, Alpha, Beta CLASSES Smalls and Talls Smalls and Talls Skatercize (Adult exercise) Smalls and Talls Subject to change due to enrollment -- For more information call....686 -1100 • Experien Planning a Comm ity Public Input Requested 10th Annual Trer Sale ere-- Or Now! Citizen Academy Offers Closer Look at Police Work 2 On the Cover: Planning a Community public input requested D evelopment projects in the City of Eagan have changed from the large projects during the 1980s and early 1990s which were constructed in open areas to the smaller "in- fill" type developments of the present. In -fill developments are those projects which are constructed in vacant areas which are surrounded by areas already developed. This type of development directly affects more people, both residents and members of the business community, than did the large developments of years past. To ensure that residents and businesses know about and have input regarding proposed projects which could directly or indirectly affect them, the City of Eagan staff has implemented a series of communications methods to enhance participation by affected individuals into the review process of these developments. As in the past, every development proposal must receive a public hearing before the Advisory Planning Commission. Public testimony is encouraged. The Advisory Planning Commission then makes a recommendation for approval or denial of the project to the City Council. This recommendation takes a number of factors into consideration including review of environmental impacts, land use issues and neighboring developments. Based upon this recommendation, the City Council then makes the final determination. Prior to public hearings, Community Development Department staff post signs at the sites of proposed developments. They also conduct neighborhood informational meetings where residents can comment and ask questions regarding the projects. "Residents need to have a say in what is developed near their home or business," says Peggy Reichert, Director of Community Development. "It is helpful for our staff, the Advisory Planning Commission and the City Council to know the concerns or interests of the neighbors early in the process." If you would like information about proposed developments in your area, or more information about the public comment process, please contact the City of Eagan Community Development Department at 681- 4600. Cover Photo: Associate Planner, Steve Dorgan, positions one of the new public notice signs at the Carriage Hills Golf Course property. These signs are designed to make proposed development sites more visible to the community. See the story on page 3 for information regarding the public hearing for Carriage Hills Golf Course property. City of Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 The Lone Oak Tree...the symbol of strength and growth in our community. Mayor: Thomas Egan Councilmembers: Pat Awada Shawn Hunter Sandra Masin Ted Wachter 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. Community Update Budget and Property Taxes T he City of Eagan historically has been one of the lowest spending cities per capita in the metropolitan region. That is not expected to change in 1996 as the City Council has certified a levy of $12.6 million to support a general fund budget of $15.1 million. In keeping with the Council's goal to keep the property tax rate flat, the City's tax capacity rate actually went down slightly from .22234 in 1995 to .22079 in 1996. While tight budgeting requires the City to be conservative in the services it provides, City officials are confident Eagan's 58,000 residents and the business community will continue to receive efficient and effective public services in the year ahead. Communications and Identity T he City is working to take its communications effort to a higher level both for those who live and work in Eagan and for those who may view the City from the outside. In addition to the City's Communications Coordinator, a position which was created two years ago, the City has hired the Wallace Group, a local public relations firm, to assist with a community survey and image building activities. The Council believes that Eagan has a tremendous, positive story to tell. Their purpose in this effort is to communicate that story and open a dialogue about it with our residents, thousands of businesses and those who may come in contact with the City. You will hear more about these efforts in the coming months. Golf Course Issues T he City has recently considered two alternatives regarding a municipal golf course in Eagan. It is unusual that two opportunities would present themselves at the same time and the Council is approaching this issue very seriously. One alternative arose because the owner of Carriage Hills Golf Course has put the property up for sale. When the owner asked the City if it was interested in R YOU WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE THIS NEWSLI IN AN ALTERNATE FORMAT SUCH AS LARGE PRINT, BRAILLE, AUDIO TAPE, ETC., PLEASE CONTACT THE CITY OF EAGAN AT 681-4600. (TDD 454-8560) 1996 Property Tax Distribution 5% 19% 23% 53% Other City County Schools (on Average) purchasing the site, the City Council retained a golf course consultant to analyze the potential value of the facility. At the $5 million asking price, the property was too expensive to be run profitably due to its size, the lack of a driving range and the condition of the course and its building. Separate from the ownership issues, neighbors of Carriage Hills have raised concerns about a change in its use. At about the same time, a larger property immediately to the north of Carriage Hills was put on the market by Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance. The City considered making an offer for this property because the lower sales price and larger area would allow the construction of a profitable golf course and driving range at a price lower than Carriage Hills. Before the City could acquire the property, however, it was purchased by Dart Transit as a part of its long -term expansion plans. The City Council has approached Dart to see whether joint development of the properties would be possible to meet the needs of all parties. The City will need to consider development plans for both of these sites whether or not a golf course is involved. An application has been received from Pulte Homes to amend the Comprehensive Guide Plan for the Carriage Hills property from Public Facilities to Residential. The public's input will be essential to make the best decisions possible regarding this complex situation. The Public Hearing is scheduled for March 25, at 6:30 p.m. at St. John Neumann Church. Both the Advisory Planning Commission and City Council will meet that evening to consider the proposal. continued on page 5 3 n r Co m 0 0 c m 4 Police File Citizen Academy- - Offers a closer :c at police work y ou've heard of McGruff the Crime Dog and the D.A.R.E. program, both aimed at children and making them more comfortable with cops. But how about strengthening the relationships between adults and the police? This is exactly the focus of a new program of the Eagan Police Department, called the Citizen Academy. The Citizen Academy is designed to be an educational experience for residents who attend, but it is also hoped the course will provide opportunities for citizens and law enforcement representatives to share information, ideas and opinions on how to control crime in the community. The course consists of six three -hour sessions and a four -hour ride along with a patrol officer. The sessions include department history, a tour of the new Law Enforcement Facility; a K -9 demonstration; a review of typical police calls; a DUI demonstration; a narcotics presentation; laws of arrest, search and seizure; use of force; self - defense tactics and community programs. Twenty -five residents have now graduated from the program and another session is anticipated later this year. Interested residents are encouraged to call the Eagan Police Department at 681 -4700 for information and an application. Monthly program schedule of City meetings on cable channel 16: CITY COUNCIL PARK & REC COMMISSION CABLE COMMISSION PLANNING COMMISSION AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Re,cablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast 1st & 3rd Tuesday Following Wed. Following Wed. 3rd Monday * Following Friday Following Friday 2nd Thursday Following Friday Following Friday 4th Tuesday Following Wed. Following Wed, 2nd Tuesday Following Wed. Following Wed. 6:30 p.m 10 :30 a.m 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. NOON 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. NOON 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Meeting & playback times subject to change — .please check Channel 16 for current programming schedules. This meeting is especially subject to change. Eagan Police Officer Mike Schrader demonstrates self defense tactics on Eagan resident, Laurie Kvam, as a part of the Citizen Academy held this February. Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities participating in City activities will be provided upon advance notice of at least 96 hours. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will attempt to provide such aid. • Caution, Road Work Ahead What's Down the Road is hard to believe, but this long cold winter will eventually give way to Minnesota's other season- - road construction! Here's a look at a few of the areas that may be affected this spring and summer. Yankee Doodle Road, including the bridge over 35E, will be widened through the Pilot Knob Road and 35E- intersections, from Federal Drive to O'Leary Lane. A northbound entrance ramp will be constructed from Yankee Doodle Road onto Highway 35E. Bike and walking paths and pedestrian lighting will be added throughout this area as well as the extension of Denmark Drive through the new Opus "Promenade" Development. The new Northwoods Drive will be constructed as a connector road from Denmark to Lexington to create the northeast quadrant of an eventual ring road which will encircle the Yankee Doodle /Pilot Knob /35E interchange. These 1996 improvements are phase I of a larger "Central Area Transportation Plan" which envisions an extension of Duckwood Drive with a bridge and roadway over 35E connecting to Federal Drive completing the southern -half of the ring road concept. Neighborhood Streets The City of Eagan is considering the following areas for street surfacing improvements in the 1996 construction season: (Neighborhood meetings and public hearings will be held prior to approval.) South Hills 1" Addition north of Wescott Rd. and west of Elrene Rd.. Woodgate 2 " Addition north of Cliff Rd. and west of Johnny Cake Ridge Rd . Mallard Park 2 "d Addition north of Cliff Rd. and east of Johnny Cake Ridge Rd. Biscayne Avenue from Red Pine Ln. to Gun Club Rd. Meadowview Road west of Highway 13. Wescott Road from Denmark Ave. to Lexington Ave. Wilderness Run Road from Pilot Knob Rd. to Capricorn Ct. Traffic Signals Traffic signals are proposed for installation at the following intersections in the 1996 construction season: Lexington Ave. and Wescott Rd . Trunk Highway 149 and Lone Oak Pkwy. Cliff Road Reconstruction of Cliff Road from Ches Mar to Lexington Avenue will begin late this summer. The I improvement will upgrade the current rural county road design to a 4 -lane roadway with trails on both sides. New construction of the following roadways has been approved and will take place in the 1996 construction season: Northridge Drive from Northview Park Rd . opposite the High School to Wescott Rd. near Woodland Elementary. If you have questions regarding these or other road construction or maintenance projects please contact the Engineering Division at 681 -4646. Community Update Continued from page 3 Municipal Center Project The Police Department and City Hall were dedicated to the citizens of Eagan on December 9. Despite a Friday snowstorm and a bitterly cold morning, the facilities hosted over 300 visitors, who enjoyed tours, displays and demonstrations by the various departments. A centerpiece of the event was a display by the City's History Committee depicting Township and City activities and buildings over the last century. The City Council and staff received many positive comments from those attendiiig about the quality of the project and the obvious need for the expansion to deal with the overcrowding of the departments in the previous facility. Customers using the facility have also been extremely complimentary and appreciate the fact that the project was completed under budget and without the use of property taxes. City Council and advisory commission meetings are now being held in the new City Council Chambers. Thank you for your patience with our temporary circumstances over the last year. We hope that you enjoy and make full use of the new buildings in the years ahead. Customer Satisfaction As you can see, the City is very busy, even though our days of high population growth have come and gone. In addition to these big picture items, there are literally thousands of daily tasks being carried out by our City employees to bring our citizens high quality, customer - oriented public services. We work hard to meet your needs and we appreciate the part you play in making the City of Eagan a great place to live and work. 5 6 ater Ways Carlson Lake Watershed Residents Coming Through!! F or the second year in a row, Carlson Lake continued to show signs of improving health. In March 1994, the City applied small amounts of a chemical called alum throughout the lake in an attempt to change lake processes that have resulted in the growth of algal mats and "pea soup" conditions in past years. Alum, a common name given to a compound made up of aluminum sulfate, is widely used for everything from treating drinking water supplies, to pickling, to tanning hides. Like a sponge, it also soaks up excess phosphorus, a nutrient whose abundance in Eagan's lakes and ponds stimulates the growth of aquatic plants that harm the recreational and aesthetic character of these resources. For the second year in a row, the availability of phosphorus is about one -third Football Booster Club Sells No- Phosphorus Fertilizer I t just doesn't get any easier than this! Starting Saturday, March 23, the Eagan Wildcat Football Booster Club will be going door -to -door through the City selling high - quality, low- and no- phosphorus fertilizers specially blended for fast spring green -up for your lawn. Most fertilizers contain three important plant nutrients: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Nitrogen is needed frequently by almost all lawns and potassium by most. But over 400 lawn soil tests conducted by the City have shown that the majority of lawns in Eagan simply don't need additional phosphorus. And excessive phosphorus in runoff- -some of it from "overfed" lawns - -is what turns otherwise clear lakes and ponds into bowls of "pea soup" during the summer. A no- phosphorus fertilizer is appropriate for use by many City residents because it reduces the amount of unneeded phosphorus that can be washed off maintained areas and carried directly to lakes and wetlands via the storm sewer system. So try the no- phosphorus alternative ... you'll be helping your lawn, your community's lakes, and your football team! the levels measured during the pretreatment years. Likewise, the floating mats of filamentous algae all but disappeared. But like all sponges, this one has a limited capacity to keep on soaking up excess phosphorus. Now the question is how long the effect of the treatment will last. The answer to that question is being determined by residents living in the watershed of Carlson Lake, an area bounded roughly by Diffley Road on the north, Pilot Knob Road on the west, Wilderness Run on the south, and Carlson Lake Lane on the east. Many have used low- and no- phosphorus fertilizers. Most are trying hard to keep fertilizer, grass clippings, and other pollutants off streets and driveways so they don't reach the lake through the storm sewer system. With the continued cooperation of watershed residents, we'll be going for three years in a row of improved water quality in Carlson Lake this summer. Nice job, residents! Carlson, and other Eagan lakes will look great again this summer if residents are careful with their lawn care activities. Use careful applications of fertilizer in the appropriate amounts, use low- or no- phosphorus fertilizer and keep pollutants out of the gutters and storm drains. Think Spring! 10t" Annual Eagan Tree Sale is April 27t" • T he Eagan Parks and Recreation Department will be offering bare root trees for sale to Eagan residents again this spring. Residents interested in purchasing trees are asked to fill out the registration form below and to return it, by mail, to the City of Eagan no later than Friday, March 22nd. A random drawing will be made by the Eagan Forestry Division. The successful registrants will be notified by mail of the exact location and time for pickup of the trees on Saturday, April 27th. This year the City will be offering the 10 varieties of hardwood trees described on the following page. Quantities will be limited to a total of 800 trees. For this reason, there will be a maximum of two trees per family. Residents desiring additional information may contact the Eagan Supervisor of Forestry at 681 -4300 between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Complete this registration form, clip and return to: Tree Sale Eagan Maintenance Facility 3501 Coachman Point Eagan, MN 55122 Note: Registration forms must be received no later than Friday, March 22nd. Do not send money with your registration! TREE SALE ORDER FORM Indicate Quantity Desired (Limit 2 Per Column) SPECIES White Birch Clump Crabapple, Red Splendor Crabapple, Snowdrift Maple, Autumn Blaze Maple, Sugar Linden, American Sentry Poplar, Siouxland Honeylocust, Skyline Amur Maple, Shrub clump Amur Maple, Tree form FEET COST 6 -8' $22.00 6 -8' $12.00 6 -8' $12.00 8 -10' $20.00 8 -10' $22.00 8 -10' $20.00 8 -10' $12.00 8 -10' $22.00 3 -4' $8.00 6 -8' $16.00 (See detailed tree description on reverse of this form) Name: Address: 1st Choice Phone: (Home) (Work) Additional Details: -- Payment will be made at the time of pickup; prices include state sales tax. - -While the City assures that these trees come from reputable local nurseries, it does not extend a warranty for replacement. - -Free wood chip mulch will be available at the tree sale; bring your own container. See stories on pages 8 & 10 and watch local newspapers for details about Earth Day and Arbor Day Celebrations! Earth Day is April 21 atThomas Lake Park Arbor Day is May 11th atthe Municipal Center Eagan's Garden Club Plant Sale is also May 11 at the Municipal Center 2nd Choice 3rd Choice 7 • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8 Celebrate Arbor Day - -May 11 Arbor Day Spruces up City Hall N othing says spring more than digging around in the dirt and planting something that will grow and bloom for years to come! The City of Eagan Forestry Division is inviting the community to welcome spring at its annual Arbor Day Celebration at the Eagan Municipal Center, on May 11, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Whitespire birch, clump: A recent cultivar of the paper birch. 40 -70' height, 20 -40' width at maturity. Medium growth rate. Glossy dark green leaves, excellent white bark. Whitespire has good tolerance to high temperatures and does well under a wide range of soil types. Has good resistance to bronze birch borer. Crabapple, Red Splendor: 10 -30' height, 8 -20' width at maturity. Reddish -green glossy foliage, pink flowers and a brilliant red fruit. A good wildlife tree as birds will pick the fruit before it falls off the tree. Crabapple, Snowdrift: 10 -30' height, 8- 20' width at maturity. An outstanding white flowering crab with glossy green foliage and orange -red fruit. A vigorous grower with a rounded crown. Maple, Autumn Blaze: 40 -60' height, 20- 40' width at maturity. A selected cultivar of the freeman maple which is a hybrid between silver -maple and red maple. Combines the better aesthetic qualities of red maple with the greater tolerance to adverse climatic and soil conditions of the silver maple. Autumn Blaze has a broad oval crown with orange -red fall color. Maple, Sugar: 40 -70' height, 30 -50' width at maturity. A native Minnesota tree which can be an excellent specimen or shade tree on sites with ample root and crown space. It requires a fertile, well drained soil with ample moisture. It performs poorly on heavy, compacted soil. It will develop outstanding fall color ranging from clear yellow to golden orange to orange -red. Linden, American Sentry: 50 -75' height, 25 -40' width at maturity. A cultivar of the American Linden with good branching and a more upright form than the American. An excellent landscape tree with pale yellow fall color. Small fragrant yellow flowers which open in June are a favorite source of nectar for honeybees. Can tolerate clay soils better than many tree species. Poplar, Siouxland: 60 -80' height, 40 -60' width at maturity. The male cultivar of the cottonwood that does not produce the objectionable "cotton" seed. A rapid growing tree that becomes very large with age will provide a quick cover or screening in natural areas. A Minnesota native tree which requires large open species for growth because of the trees' large size and Families, neighborhood groups, community organizations and individuals are encouraged to come and help beautify "your" Municipal Center, by planting a variety of trees, shrubs and perennials at the new main entrance to the Police and City Hall facilities. " Generally Arbor Day celebrations are held in a neighborhood park and the surrounding residents are the participants," says Gregg Hove, City Forester. "This year we're hoping people will come from the entire community to participate." The day begins with a welcome and a light snack at 9:00. Planting will take place from 9:30 to 11:30. At 11:30, presentations of the Arbor Day proclamation and Tree City U.S.A. Award will be followed by the unveiling of the 1996 Arbor Day Poster Contest winner. A grilled lunch will be served at noon as a thank -you to all who help with planting. Prizes and tree seedlings will be available for all participants. Throughout the day, Ross Sutter will perform folk -style music on a variety of wooden instruments which he will demonstrate and display. He will also help you build "Dancing Limber Jacks," a handcrafted toy, fashioned after those made by lumber jacks to entertain their children. Please join in on this fun - filled day of education, entertainment and community beautification. For information or to register, please contact the Park and Recreation Department at 681 -4660. Tree Types Available at 10th Annual Tree Sale: tendency for branches to break in wind and ice storms. Fall color is yellow. Honeylocust, Skyline: 40 -60' height, 40- 60' width at maturity. A thornless honey - locust with thin pinnately compound leaves which allows for successful turf growth beneath the crown. A strong sturdy trunk with a shapely crown. Fall color is yellow. Adaptable to a wide range of soils and environmental conditions. Fairly salt tolerant. Amur Maple, shrub clump: 15 -20' height, 15 -20' width at maturity. A multi - stemmed large shrub with dark glossy green leaves, turning scarlet red in fall. Can be shaped into a hedge. Will tolerate shade but develops better fall color in full sun. Prefers well- drained acidic soil. Amur Maple, tree form: 15 -20' height, 15 -20' width at maturity. A single stem, small tree version of the Amur Maple. Has dark green, three -lobed leaves which will turn into shades of gold and red in fall. No major insect or disease problems. Requires a well drained soil, and is reasonably drought tolerant. • • irport Report Dual Track Airport Planning T he Eagan City Council has taken a position supporting expansion of the existing airport, but only if the Dakota County airport site is preserved and extensive noise mitigation is made available to residents and communities. The Council also stated no expansion should occur until an all quiet - generation, Stage III airline fleet is achieved. A final decision on the Dual Track Airport Study is expected by the Legislature during the current legislative session or early next year. The City Council concluded that cost and convenience would probably drive the decision in the current Dual Track process. The Council remains skeptical, however, that future growth can be accommodated at the current airport site. If air traffic growth at the airport exceeds one -half of one percent per year, it will quickly outstrip the capacity of any expansion at the current site. If this happens, it is likely the state will need to repeat the Dual Track process in the near future. As a comparison, air traffic grew by three and one -half percent in 1995. Because the Council believes actual air traffic growth is likely to continue to exceed the small rate in the study and because it would be a waste of public money to repeat a study of airport alternatives, the only prudent path is to preserve the Dakota County site through land use controls for the foreseeable future. In the meantime, the Council insists the effects of traffic growth at the existing airport should be offset by aggressive noise mitigation opportunities in neighborhoods and communities surrounding the airport. These would include sound insulation, purchase assurance programs, community investment funds and redevelopment tools available over large areas of the noise impacted cities. Without such an Election Prep 1 6 is a presidential election year, w a state primary on September 10 and the general election on November 5. Eagan voters will choose a president, senator, congressional representative, state representatives and judges, county commissioners and city council members. If you are a new Eagan resident, or have moved since November, 1994, you should re- register to vote. Voter registration forms are available at City and County offices and the state drivers' testing station on Cliff Road. Early registration will save you time on Election investment, the actual costs of expanding the airport at the current location will be borne by thousands of homeowners, many of them in Eagan. The City is also insisting these tools be available on a graduated basis by distance from the airport so there will not be sharp boundaries between areas eligible for full assistance and those not eligible for any assistance. Regardless of the airport option chosen, it will have consequences for Eagan. It is essential that the legislature recognize the actual cost of each alternative and keeps its options open in case actual growth continues to exceed projections. The City supports completion of the Dual Track process as the best way of defining all costs and benefits of each option. The Council took its position in December following a thorough review of the Dual Track studies and Draft Environmental Impact Statement. The Council also considered input from a public hearing and recommendations from the Advisory Planning Commission, Economic Development Commission and Airport Relations Commission. Residents and businesses are encouraged to share their own positions on the Dual Track decision with the City Council and their legislators. An active and vocal public will have a big impact on this important decision. If you are bothered by an aircraft noise event, you can register your concerns with the Metropolitan Airports Commission. Note the time when you noticed the noise and call the MAC Noise Complaint Line at 726 -9411. Eagan takes a position to support aggressive noise mitigation and preservation of the new airport site Day. If you choose to wait and register at the polls, your driver's license or Minnesota identification card must reflect your current address. In Minnesota, the election year begins with the precinct caucuses on March 5. Precinct caucuses start the political party process to choose candidates and identify campaign issues. For more information about caucuses contact: Democratic - Farmer -Labor Party Republican Party Independence Party 293 -1200 222 -0022 939 -6601. 9 r r If you are interested in having someone come and speak to your school, community group or workplace about recycling and waste reduction, please call the Eagan Recycling Program at 681 - 4600. *■uusa awa ra. aaa... ar a..... r•aaa.a aa..rr•■a.a.ra•.1 •...il.. ■ ..■ A k Jir r rRecy'cL Pun " Place n:i s az th ese Bag - a12 1 LcLi 1Li s. RECYCLINfi FYM! te lwt l plumb MIAs* ler t. pt. Worldly the Recycling Hero invites you to Make a World of Difference on Earth Day 1996 Sunday, April 21st Noon -3:00 p.m. at Thomas Lake Park Take the Earthwalk with our GIANT Earthball! Enjoy a FREE Picnic Lunch Learn about: --- ...••.. -. Building a Backyard Composting System The Household Hazardous Waste "Reuse Site" Keeping Eagan's Lakes & Ponds Healthy Purchasing with Less Packaging Making Crafts & Gins from "Garbage" and much more... Al Baker's Apple's Restaurant Carbone's Pizzeria Cherokee Sirloin Room Doolittles Call the Eagan Recycling Program to get "Recycling Fun" Placemats for your restaurant, school, church, community function or at home! --Placemats are funded in part . by a grant from the Dakota County Board of Commissioners and the MN Office of Environmental Assistance • Spring is just around the 0 With it Comes Spring Cleaning and Yardwork! Many people will begin spring projects to clean houses, garages and cars, inside and out. Before you begin, stop by the "Reuse Site" at the Household Hazardous Waste Site located here in Eagan. You may find and take home someone else's left- over paint, pesticides, cleaning "$ products, driveway sealer, stripping compound, etc... all for free! 9A0DVQ O rAkfte After your project, you may have leftover hazardous materials like oil, oil filters, fluorescent bulbs, household batteries, gasoline, tires, stripping compounds, poisonous, toxic or corrosive materials, etc. Bring them to this same site for someone else to reuse, or for proper disposal. Located Behind: Gopher Resources Hours: Wednesdays 3 -8 p.m. Near the Corner of Saturdays 9 -2 p.m. Hwy. 149 & Yankee Doodle Rd. (Enter from Hwy. 149) Grass, Leaves & Trimmings Yes, we really will see grass soon! You can manage your yardwaste in four ways: Leave grass clippings on the lawn -- clippings up to one inch will help renourish the lawn. • Place materials in (paper) compostable bags or a reusable container. Leave at curbside for pickup and composting by your hauler. M Begin a backyard composting system. Cali the City for a copy of the composting ordinance and helpful brochures to get you started! • Take your yardwaste to the compost site located in Eagan on Yankee Doodle and Elrene Roads (1/2 mile east of Lexington Ave.). Materials must be debagged at the site. Hours are: Monday_- SatuniaX9 :00 a.m. to 6 3Op.rn.. 11 12 Recycling Yard Waste/Compost Leave at curb for hauler, in compostable bags or bring to: Empire SMC Compost Site Yankee Doodle & Elrene Rd, Eagan, 425 -6994 Mon. -Sat. 9am- 6:30pm Sun. l pm- 6:30pm Grass, Leaves, Prunings... Bags must be emptied at site Dakota County Recyclables Collection Center Burnsville, 895 -5912 Monday - Saturday 9am -5pm Buy Back: aluminum cans. Drop -off: aluminum foil, cereal boxes /box board, clean & empty paint /aerosol cans, corrugated cardboard, glass jars & bottles, metal food cans, magazines & catalogues, newspaper, plastic bottles with a neck, polystyrene food service packaging (including "packaging peanuts "), white office -type paper & mixed mail, and household batteries. Household Hazardous Waste Drop -off Site Gopher Smelting & Refining Yankee Doodle & Hwy. 149 Enter off Hwy 149 Wednesdays 3pm -8pm Saturdays 9am -2pm Accepted Materials: paints, solvents, pesticides, motor oil & filters, driveway sealer, household & automotive batteries, etc. Usable Household Goods Appliances Disabled American Veterans (pick up service), 487 -2002 Hastings Family Service Hastings, 437 -7134 Neighbors, Inc. South St. Paul, 455 -1508 Project for Pride in Living Minneapolis, 789 -3322 Vietnam Veterans of America (pick up service), 778 -8387 ( &ntact your refuse hauler or Appliance Center Burnsville, 894 -7310 J.R.'s Appliance `lever Grove Hts, 469 -2435 Recycling Recycling in Eagan It's as easy as One...Two...Three... 1) Eagan's curbside recycling program operates on the same day as your garbage collection! Haulers must pick up: Cans -- both tin & aluminum food and beverage containers Glass -- green, brown & clear food and beverage containers (no mirror or window glass please) Newspapers -- including all adds and inserts Magazines, small catalogs, & mixed mail Plastic bottles -- anything with a neck Corrugated cardboard -- cut down into 3 by 3 foot squares (no pizza or cereal type boxes please) 2) Anyone can recycle! Call your refuse hauler and ask them to drop off two recycling bins, compliments of the City of Eagan. — If you are a new Eagan resident and do not yet have a refuse hauler, please contact the Eagan recycling program at 681 -4600 for a list of all licensed haulers in the City of Eagan. -- If you are moving to a new home, please leave your recycling containers behind for the next resident. Eagan Recycling Hotline 3) If you operate a business of any size in Eagan, you can recycle, too! Call the Eagan recycling program at 681 -4600 for information about business items that can be collected, for desk top recycling boxes and for a booklet on how to begin reducing the waste in your office!