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FALL
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CITY OF EAGAN
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
681-4660
TDD 454 -8535
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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 indemnif, 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
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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 indemnif, 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
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I, the undersigned, parent or guardian or participant, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s)
named herein to pa,ticipate in the aforementioned activity(ies), and I further agree to indemnif,
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
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RECREATION REGISTRATION
RECREATION REGISTRATION
The 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 -in and drop box registrations will be processed in random order
beginning September 9, 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
September 10. Enter the Municipal Center through the east door.
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.
TELEPHONE REGISTRATION
If you wish to register via telephone using your Visa or MasterCard, you may
do so beginning September 11, 1996 during regular office hours. Telephone
. 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535). Do not leave a voice mail message.
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.
SCHOLARSHIPS
A limited amount of scholarship funding is available. For information, call
Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Adult Athletics .. 14
Babysitting/Latchkey ::.::
Bike/Waik Club 5
Birthday Parties . it
Discover Us! Hotline ......, ... ...... 15
Eagan Seniors 7
Facility Reservations 13
Family Activities 4, S
Halloween Fun. 6
In -Line Skating .13
NYSCA 15,
Pre - School Activities. 8,9,1 0,11
Registration Forms 2
School's Out Activities 12
Winter Rec Leaders 15
Open Skating Schedule .,..:.':`.......20
Registration Information 3,18
Registration Fore 16
School's Out Skating Ae. •.20 . .
Skating Lessons :.:..........::::: .:•, 19
Special Events .. 20'
Winter Skating Information ... . 1.7,1'8
BLACKHAWK
PAVILION RIBBON
CUTTING
Monday, September 16, 1996
6:15 PM
The Department of Parks and
Recreation is pleased to present this
new community park picnic
pavilion to Eagan residents.
Designed by the late Dick Schwarz,
the Blackhawk pavilion is
distinctive, yet carries out similar
colors, materials and lines as the
City's other pavilions.
The Blackhawk pavilion
amenities include a serving kitchen
equipped with a stove, refrigerator,
three compartment sink, counter
space and electrical outlets. The
expanse under the roof will
accommodate large groups. A fire
ring is provided, as are grills and
picnic tables.
A new feature is built into the
Blackhawk pavilion, that being the
ability to close off the center
section to create an enclosed
heated space for spring, fall and
winter use.
Reservations to use the
Blackhawk pavilion may be made
by calling Parks and Recreation at
681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535).
Join us at the pavilion, located
off Murphy Parkway (just west of
35E and Deerwood Drive), on
September 16 at 6:15 PM for the
ribbon cutting.
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Join us for the sixth annual Who- Done -It Hike at the beautiful Ritter
Farm Park in Lakeville. Outdoor enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy a 3 -mile
walk through woods and prairie. Along the way, collect clues that might
help you solve a mystery. Afterwards, enjoy complimentary refreshments
including hot dogs and chips, while they last. Prizes will be awarded to the
sleuths correctly solving the mystery. Keep in mind the dirt path is difficult
for strollers.
This event is sponsored by the South of the River Recreators consisting
of the Parks & Recreation Departments from Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley,
Rosemount, Lakeville, Farmington, Prior Lake and Savage.
DATE: Saturday, September 14
TIME: Register between 9:00 -9:45 AM
Group starts at 10:00 AM
Trail closes at 11:30 AM
LOCATION:
FEE: No charge
THE WHO- DONE -IT HIKE
Ritter Farm Park, Lakeville, 195th Street
just west of 35W
(Call Parks & Recreation for directions)
REGISTRATION: Registration at the park September 14
EVENING WITH
THE STARS
You won't need your autograph book for this one. These celestial stars
have shone in the longest running hit ever. With the help of Walter Hayes
and the Minnesota Astronomical Society, viewers will peek through high
powered telescopes at planets, star clusters, far -away galaxies and more.
Pre - registration is required by calling Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660
(TDD 454- 8535), by September 9. This activity is dependent upon a clear
night. If we have questionable weather, call the Recreation Happenings
Hotline at 681 -4660 after 4:30 PM and choose Option 1. A back -up date
is planned.
DATE: Tuesday, September 10
(Thursday, September 12 is the back -up date)
TIME 8:00 - 9:30 PM
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park Pavilion
4425 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: No charge
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 PM, Monday, September 9
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HOLZ FARM
FALL FESTIVAL
Take a trip out to the country right here in the city! Visit
historic Holz Farm to see and do 1940's farming activities.
Horses, cows, goats and more! Tractors, machinery, wood stove
cooking, hay wagon rides galore! Growing contest participants
from the Spring Open House can bring their produce, flowers or
pictures. Music, refreshments and a fun Sunday afternoon at the
farm.
DATE: Sunday, October 6
TIME 1:00 - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Holz Farm„ 4665 Manor Drive
(Bordered by Cliff Road, Dodd Road and
Highway 3)
FEE: $2.00 per person
$5.00 family maximum
REGISTRATION: Pay at the entrance October 6
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WALK AND BIKE
CLUB
The South of the River Walk and
Bike Club is ready for autumn! The
fall event is the Who- Done -It hike
listed on Page 4 in this brochure.
Joining the club entitles members to:
1. Quarterly newsletter mailed to
you.
2. Incentive awards for achieving
various milestones.
3. Discounts at quarterly events.
4. The opportunity to connect
with fellow walkers and /or
bikers.
The club will be administered by
your Eagan Parks and Recreation
Department and five other cities
"south of the river" including
Rosemount, Farmington, Savage,
Lakeville and Burnsville. Cost is $2.00
annually to join. Besides encouraging
individual fitness programs there will
also be quarterly special events for
everyone. To join simply register by
sending or bringing $2.00 along with
your name, address and phone number
to Eagan Parks and Recreation, 3830
Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122.
PATE:
TIME:
1,RGATIAN:
Monday, October 28
6:30 - 8:30 PM
HALLOWEEN TREAT TRAIL
Kids, ages 6 and under, are invited to attend a Halloween "Treat" Trail in Northview Athletic
Park. This illuminated trail will be for those who only want the "treat" out of trick or treating.
Special games will be held along the trail. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is held outdoors in conjunction with the Halloween Terror Trail and is co- sponsored
by the Eagan Jaycees. Join us in this fun adventure. Watch for signs in the parking lot. The trail
begins in the west side parking lot.
Volunteers are needed to help staff the trail.
If you or your group would like to participate please call Eagan Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660
by October 15. This is a great "group activity" for any Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts or service oriented
group. Join the fun!
DATE: Monday, October 28,
TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Park West
980 Northview Park Road
(Near the two buildings)
FEE: One food shelf item per person is requested
HALLOWEEN TRR9R T
Thrills and chills await within the darkened woods at Northview Athletic Park. Come out and enjoy
a spine tingling stroll of survival. Treats are available for those completing this terrible trek.
The Eagan Jaycees are co- sponsoring this fun - filled night for all youth ages 6 and up. Parental
discretion is advised. A treat trail for younger children is offered as an alternative.
The TERR R TRA,II. begins at the southeast corner of the large parking lot.
Northview Athletic Park, 980 Northview Park Road
(NOT Northview Elementary School)
FEE: One food shelf item per person /
* *Many volunteers are needed to make this TERRPR TRAP a sliccess. If you or anyone you know
of is interested in helping, contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535).
Volunteers will meet Monday, October 14 at 6:00 PM at Northview Athletic Park to plan
the trail. Volunteers are responsible for providing their own costumes and props. About four
hours are required to set up, perform and clean up the trail on October 28. Everyone is rewarded
with refreshments afterwards. Please call us, it's lots of fun!
55 ALIVE /MATURE DRIVING
LOCATIONS Community Room
Eagan Municipal Center
3830 Pilot Knob Road
FEES $8.00
REGISTRATION
EADLINE: 4:00 PM, Friday, October 11
4:00 PM, Friday, October 25
EAGAN SENIORS
Eagan Seniors meet several times each month to visit with long time friends, to welcome new seniors to
the community and to participate in social activity.
Home base, for potluck lunches and a variety of educational or entertainment programs is the Community
Room at the Municipal Center. On the fourth Tuesday of each month Seniors meet in the Community Room
at Oak Woods of Eagan. The Silver Bell McDonald's Restaurant hosts the Eagan Seniors Coffee Club on the
first and third Tuesday mornings each month. On occasion, a regular meeting entails lunch at a local
restaurant.
Eagan Seniors are provided with opportunities to volunteer. Seniors annually staff the influenza
immunization clinic and assist with projects in the schools.
If you are an Eagan Senior, life -long resident or new to the city, join us. Call Parks and Recreation at 681-
4660, TDD 454 -8535 to place your name on the activity mailing list.
The American Association of Retired Persons has
developed the curriculum and also provides certified
instructors for these seminars. It is a nationally
recognized drivers safety program. Persons 55 years of
age and older are encouraged to participate. Minnesota
law prescribes a 10% reduction in insurance rates for
•hose who successfully complete the course.
The "first time ", 8 hour seminar provides a
thorough review of Minnesota laws and regulations for
road safety. Additionally, the aging process, as it
relates to driving skills, is discussed.
The refresher seminar is for those who need to
renew their 55 Alive Certificate. Aspects of safe driving
that are most crucial to accident prevention for mature
drivers are emphasized.
Register by mail using a registration form from this
brochure.
Space is limited and pre- registration is required.
DATES: "First Time" Seminar Oct. 14 and 15
Refresher Seminar October 28
TIME: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
INFLUENZA IMMUNIZATION
CLINIC
The Dakota County Public Health Nursing
Service and the Eagan Parks & Recreation
Department have scheduled an influenza
immunization clinic this fall. Vaccination is
available to all persons who wish to utilize the
service. Senior citizens are especially
encouraged to consider annual immunization.
BRING YOUR
MEDICARE CARD
Medicare reimbursements for influenza
vaccinations will be handled as follows: The
Dakota County Health department is able to bill
Medicare only for vaccinations that are given to
persons with Medicare who have not assigned
their Medicare benefits to a HMO. Persons
who have assigned their Medicare benefits to a
HMO are encouraged to get their influenza
vaccinations from their HMO provider; or be
charged a non - reimbursable fee of $10.00 at the
public clinic.
Persons with health problems should consult
with their physician prior to immunization.
DATE: Tuesday, October 29
TIME 1 :00 - 3:00 pm
LOCATIONS Oak Woods of Eagan
2065 Park Center Drive
FEES $10 Donation
TINY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
The Tiny Tots 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. Children must be toilet
trained.
Please note: Participants new to the Tiny Tots program may register by mail -in
or drop box beginning on September 9. Children who participated in Tiny Tots
during the Spring session may re -enter the program until 3:00 PM on Friday,
September 6.
DATES:
TIMES & LOCATIONS:
Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive
Section 1: Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 am
FEE:
Monday/Wednesday September 16 - November 20
Tuesday/Thursday September 17 - November 21
(No Class October 17)
Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave
Section 2: Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 am
Section 3: Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:30 am
Section 4: Tues & Thurs 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road
Section 5:
Section 6:
$85.00
Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:30 am
Tues & Thurs 1:00 - 3:00 pm
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 13
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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. Child
must be toilet trained.
Please Note: Registration for
participants new to the Friday Friends
program begins on September 9.
Children who participated in Friday
Friends during the Spring session may
re -enter the program until 3:00 PM on
Friday, September 6.
DATES: Fridays
Sept. 20 - Nov. 22
(No class Friday, Oct 18)
TIMES: 1:00 - 3:30 PM
LOCATION:
Section 1: Bridle Ridge Park
3990 Elrene Road
Section 2: Goat Hill Park
4391 Lexington Ave
FEE: $55.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, September 13
Break up your week by participating in this fun 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. Child must be toilet trained.
DATES: Wednesdays, September 18 - November 20
TIMES:
1:00 - 3:30 PM
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave FEE: $55.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 13
Please Note: Registration for participants new to the Wacky Wednesdays program begins on September 9. Children who
participated in Friday Friends during the spring session may re -enter the program until 3:00 PM on Friday, September 6.
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This class is designed for 5 year olds or
those children 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. This class
runs 1/2 hour longer than Tiny Tots and is 3
days a week.
DATES: Mondays, Wednesday & Fridays
September 16 - November 22
(No class Friday, Oct 18)
`TIME: 9:00 - 11:30 am
LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park
3990 Elrene Road
FEE: $150.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, September 13
EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
T► e City o f Eagan is committed to
t he policy hat all persons have
equa! access to its programs,
fa cilties:and employment withou
reg ard to race, lor, creed, religion;
n8t ion al or'gm s "sex, disability, age,',
marital Status,.sexual orientation or
status with regard to public
assistance,
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 during one class.
DATES: Fridays, September 20 - November 15
(No class Oct 18)
TIME 9:00 - 9:45 AM
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave
FEE: $25.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 13
GAMES KIDS PLAY
Teamwork, sportsmanship and fun will be experienced through
a variety of sports and games for 4 and 5 year olds.
Dress for active indoor /outdoor play.
DATES: Fridays, September 20 - November 15
(No class on Oct 18)
TIME: 1 0:00 -11 :00 AM
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave
FEE: $25.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 13
Joy Ark
Want to see what Tiny Tots, Friday Friends and Wacky Wednesdays are
all about? Does your child need socialization with children their age? Did
your child just turn 3? If so, sample our preschool programs to see what fits
your needs. Games, crafts, songs, friendship, a light snack and fun are all
planned. Sign up for one session or all three.
SESSION
SESSION II
Section 5: Mon, Wed, Fri (3 days) --
Goat Hill Park,
FEE: $18.00
SESSION III
Section 1:
FEE:
Section 2:
FEE:
Section 3:
FEE:
Section 4:
FEE:
CAMP TINY TOTS
FOR AGES 3 -5
Mon, Wed, Fri (3 days) -- December 2, 4 & 6
Goat Hill Park, 9:00 - 11:30 AM
$18.00
Tues & Thur (2 days)
Goat Hill Park,
$12.00
Mon, Wed, Fri (3 days) -- December 2, 4 & 6
Bridle Ridge Park 9:00 - 11:30 AM
$18.00
Tues & Thur (2 days)
Rahn Park Shelter Bldg.
$12.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 25
Section 6: Tues & Thur (2 days) --
Goat Hill Park,
FEE: $12.00
Section 7:
FEE:
Section 8:
FEE:
Section 9:
Section 10:
FEE:
Section 11:
FEE:
Mon, Wed, Fri (3 days) --
Bridle Ridge Shelter Bldg,
$18.00
Tues & Thur (2 days)
Bridle Ridge Shelter Bldg,
$12.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 2
Mon, Wed, Fri (3 days) --
Goat Hill Park,
FEE: $18.00
Tues & Thur (2 days) --
Goat Hill Park,
$12.00
Mon, Wed, Fri (3 days) - --
Bridle Ridge Shelter Bldg,
$18.00
Section 12: Tues & Thur (2 days) -- - --
Bridle Ridge Shelter Bldg,
FEE: $12.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINES December 9
December 3 & 5
9:30 - 11:30 AM
December 3 & 5
9:30 - 11:30 AM
December 9, 11 & 13
9:00 -11:30 AM
December 10 & 12
9:30 - 11:30 AM
December 9, 11 & 13
9:00 -11:30 AM
December 10 & 12
9:30 -11:30 AM
December 16, 18 & 20
9:00 -11:30 AM
December 17 & 19
9:30 - 11:30 AM
December 16, 18 & 20
9:00 -11:30 AM
December 17 & 19
9:30 - 11:30 AM
These classes 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.
TINY TOT
ADVENTURES
FOR 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 and self- confidence.
Class meets Monday- Thursday.
"All About Me"
Self portraits, picture frames and
"feelings" art will help us learn more
about ourselves. Bring a snap shot
on the first day!
Section 1: December 2 -5
1:00 -3:00 PM
Bridle Ridge Park
Section 2: December 2 -5
1:00 -3:00 PM
Goat Hill Park
"Holiday Fun"
Reindeer, wrapping paper and fun
with glitter will make this week
special.
Section 3:
Section 4:
December 9 -12
1:00 -3:00 PM
Bridle Ridge Park
December 9 -12
1:00 -3:00 PM
Goat Hill Park
"Crafts for Kids"
Finger puppets, crazy socks and
necklaces are on our agenda. This
week is for kids who like to work on
projects.
Section 5: December 16 -19
1:00 -3:00 PM
Bridle Ridge Park
Section 6: December 16 -19
1:00 -3:00 PM
Goat Hill Park
FEE: $18 per section
REGISTRATION DEADLINES
Sections 1 & 2: November 25
Sections 3 & 4: December 2
Sections 5 & 6: December 9
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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. The
class will include working on motor skills
development and coordination through action
songs, rhymes, fingerplay, games and crafts.
A great way for parents to meet other parents
and for children to socialize while learning.
DATES: Fridays, September 20 - November 15
(No class Oct 18)
TIME: 9:30 - 10:45 AM
LOCATION: Rahn Park Shelter Building
4425 Sandstone Drive
FEE: $30 /pair
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, September 13
PLAY WITH ME
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, play doh, 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, September 16 - November 4
TIME: 12:30 - 2:00 PM
LOCATION: Rahn Park Building
4425 Sandstone Drive
FEE: $30 /pair
• REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, September 13
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 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).
P 4tTY #1 OLD FASHIONED
(4 - 5 years old: 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 a
juice drink.
P.4 T? #2 T -SHIRT
(6 - 10 years old: 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 a juice drink.
P.4 RTY #3 TRADITIONAL
(6 - 10 year olds: 1 - 1/2 hour)
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 a juice drink.
LOCATION: Sky Hill Park
3590 Blue Cross Road
FEE: Party #1
$65.00 for 1 -9 participants
Part #2
$75.00 for 1 -9 participants (includes t- shirt)
Tally #3
$65.00 for 1 -9 participants
Add $5.00 for each additional participant.
Maximum of 12 participants, including
birthday child.
APPLE ORCHARD TRIP
For Kindergartners - age 12
It's time to pick apples! District 196 is off from
school so let's hop on a bus to Appleside Orchard near
Farmington. We'll go on a hayride through the orchards.
Taste apple cider and learn how bees make honey. We'll
also get to pick 5 apples to bring home. Bring a bag
lunch or snack that we'll eat at the orchard before our
tour. Join us for this fun trip!
DATES Wednesday, October 16
BUS TIMES:
Eagan Municipal Center
3830 Pilot Knob Rd
East entrance (facing library) I go
FEE: $4.00 per person
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, October 11
GAMES ON ICE
For boys and girls ages 6 -12
Join us for fun and games on ice as
we check out the Eagan Civic Arena.
We'll do relays, games and just skate on
the Olympic size arena. Lunch will be
a hot dog, chips and pop. Bring your
own skates or skate rental is available
for an additional $2. Check -in at the
skate rental area.
DATE: Thursday, October 17
TIME: 11L30 AM - 1:30 PM
LOCATION: Eagan Civic Arena
3850 Pilot Knob Road
FEES $5.00 per person (includes
lunch,admission and
supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINES Friday, October 11
Pick -up Return
12:15 PM 3:15 PM
ID
A
R EARLY
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 for
the weather. Pizza, beverage and a
special treat will be served for lunch.
Grab a friend and join the fun!
Space is limited.
DATES Friday, October 18
TIMES 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
LOCATIONS Bridle Ridge Park
3990 Elrene Road
FEE: $9.00 (includes lunch,
supervision and all activities)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, October 11
It's messy crafts day at the park. Come and enjoy a
morning of fun. Children will paint, color, draw and
much more! Come with a creative mind and dress for the
weather. Activities will be held indoors and outdoors.
Space is limited. Register early.
DATE: Thursday, October 17
TIMES & LOCATION:
Section 1: Bridle Ridge Park
9:00 -11:30 AM
Section 2: Goat Hill Park
9:00 -11:30 AM
FEE: $5.00 per section
ARTS & CRAFTS
For boys and girls grades K -4
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
Friday, October 11
NATURE ACTIVITIES
For boys and girls grades K -4
Join us as we celebrate fall by
enjoying nature. We'll make some
crafts, do a few nature related
experiments, play games and go on a
hike. Dress for outdoor activities.
DATE: Friday, October 18
TIME: 9:00 AM - Noon
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park
4391 Lexington Ave
FEE: $5.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, October 11
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FEES $15.00
TIME 6:00 - 7:30 PM
IN -LINE SKATING LESSONS
Enjoy the popular, thrilling, aerobic and creative sport of in -line skating.
Learn the skills necessary to "skate smart ". Learn practical and useful
techniques to prepare you for real outdoor skating. You will practice going
up and down curbs, taking on hills, skating in groups and handling different
surfaces.
Beginners learn forward and backward strides, turns and stops. One class
is for youth of all ages and the other is strictly for adults wanting to learn
without being "shown up" by the little ones.
John Glynn of Dynamic Skating School is a Level II certified instructor.
He will also offer protective equipment and a limited supply of skates at no
charge. A helmet and wrist guards are required for all lessons. Knee pads
and elbow pads are strongly recommended.
DATE: Monday, September 9
(back -up date is Wednesday, September 11)
TIME: Beginners 4:30 - 6:00 PM
Adult Beginners 6:15 - 7:45 PM
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Fields west parking lot
980 Northview Park Road
(NOT Northview Elementary)
REGISTRATION DEADLINES Friday, September 6
AGGRESSIVE FREESTYLE SKATING
Hot - dogging the in -line way
Here's your chance to grind, rail slide, use a "fun box" with stairs, take
off on launch ramps, challenge a slalom course and create freestyle moves
to music. Check out this aggressive, expressive style of skating. Full
protective gear is required (helmet, wrist guards, elbow pads and knee
pads).
DATE: Thursday, September 12
Space is limited and
pre - registration is required.
Space is limited.
Pre - registration is required.
LOCATIONS Lexington - Diffley Athletic Fields
(Diffley parking lot by water tower)
FEES $7.00
R EGISTRATION
DEADLINES Tuesday, September 10
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
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: Sat., October 19
TIME: 9:00 AM -1:15 PM
LOCATIONS
Community Room
Fire Administration Building
3795 Pilot Knob Road
FEES $10.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINES
4:00 PM, October 11
FACILITY
RESERVATIONS
Are you planning a picnic, a
challenge softball game or a group
tennis event? Call Parks & Recreation
at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) to
reserve a facility that will fulfill your
activity's needs.
Fall reservations are typically
pursued for pavilions, ball fields, sand
volleyball courts, soccer fields, shelter
buildings and tennis courts. The bright
sunny days of September and October
are perfect for outdoor activity.
FALL VOLLEYBALL
LEAGUES
Volleyball teams are now forming.
Returning teams registered until August 26.
New team registration will be accepted until
Friday, September 6. Limited space is still
available in some leagues. Call Parks &
Recreation at 681 -4660, as soon as possible, for
more information.
Registrations are accepted by teams only.
Individuals wishing to play may be placed on an
available players list. Call Parks & Recreation to
be placed on the list.
Leagues Offered:
Tuesdays: Women's & Men's
Officiated (Power)
Thursdays: Co -Ed Officiated (Power)
Fridays: Co -Ed Recreational
Co -Ed Officiated (Beginning)
Co -Ed Officiated (Power)
Ti c FOOTBALL
E agan Parks & Recreation offers
adult touch football.
Seven man passing touch football, competitive
officiated league, began September 4. Games are
Wednesday evenings at Goat Hill Park,
4391 Lexington Ave.
.IiIMI TER SPORT
Purr ahea to get,the jump on w hi t er spot
" "feted to adults. tnforrr ation aboutthe
lowing sports leagues will be available after
ctober :16, 1 99 6.
Men's,rtrprnball
Co -Rec Broombal l
Boot Ho ckey
4 -4 Hockey
Call Parks & Recreation to receive the
registration materials. The information in
dates, times, locations, fees, rules and
registration procedures. Mark October 16 on
your calendar and give us a call at 681 -4660,
TED 454 - 8535.
FALL S -MAN BASKETBALL
There are two officiated leagues offered. Wednesday evenings a
sanctioned Class C/D league plays. On Thursdays, the league is made
up of sanctioned Class B teams. Interested teams and individuals
should contact Parks & Recreation for registration information. League
space is limited. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, September 11, at 7:30 PM in the Eagan Municipal Center,
3830 Pilot Knob Road.
DATES
TIME:
September 18, 19 through December 11, 12
Wednesday evening game times at
6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 PM
Thursday evening game times at
6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 PM
LOCATIONS: Dakota Hills Middle School
Blackhawk Middle School
TEAM FEE: $341 (10 games)
REGISTRATION: Returning Teams: August 26 -30
New Teams: September 3 -6
Teams must consist of players who
live or work within Eagan or School District 196.
FALL 3 -MAN BASKETBALL
Enjoy the excellent workout and fun competition of this
recreational, unofficiated league. This year will be offering two
leagues; a competitive league and a recreational league. Both leagues
are on Wednesday evenings in middle school gyms. Ten games are
planned, full court. League size is limited to eight competitive and
eight recreational teams. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is
scheduled for Wednesday, September 11 at 6:30 PM in the Eagan
Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Contact Parks & Recreation
for registration information.
Space is limited.
DATE: Competitive League
September 18 - December 11
Recreational League
September 18 - December 11
TIME: Wednesday evenings game times at
6:00, 7:00, 8:00 and 9:00 PM
LOCATIONS: Dakota Hills Middle School
Blackhawk Middle School
TEAM FEE: $85.00
REGISTRATION: Returning Teams: August 26 - 30
New Teams: September 3 - 6
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Recreation Hotline
681 -4670
The Recreation Happenings Hotline is on line 24 hours each day. A menu of topics has been set up so that residents can
quickly hear specific information.
The menu and examples of messages are as follows:
#1 Today's Activities:
Weather related activity announcements, bus times and other daily information is provided. This line is updated each
weekday. When weekend events require new information for participants, messages are recorded as needed.
#2 Upcoming Special Events:
Information concerning activities that will happen in two or three weeks. This line usually features community wide
recreation programs.
#3 Seasonal Outdoor Facility Information:
An estimate of when the nets on tennis courts will need to come down for the winter and a listing of city parks that
have new playground equipment are examples of the messages on this general information line in the fall.
#4 Shelter Building /Facility Reservation Information:
The "how to" of reservations for pavilion, shelter buildings, ball fields or skating rinks. Subject to the season of the
year, information about the facilities available for reservations will be recorded.
#5 Registration Information:
The date for the distribution of the quarterly recreation program brochure and information on how to register is provided.
Notice of class openings or available space will be provided from time to time.
#6 Youth Athletic Association Information:
The hotline telephone numbers for youth athletics are provided as a service to the community.
NATIONAL YOUTH SPORTS
COACHES ASSOCIATION
Coaches Certification
The Department of Parks & Recreation, in conjunction with
the Eagan Athletic Association, conducts Coaches Certification
clinics for youth sport coaches.
Clinics are offered to youth coaches in the following sports:
basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, track and football. The
subject matter of the clinic videotapes include: discussion
concerning National Standards for youth sports, the coach as a
role model, first aid, maximizing athletic performance and legal
liability. The first level certification program also includes skill
tapes that are sport specific.
Approximately 250 youth coaches have attended clinics to
date in 1996. Additional sessions for basketball are upcoming
this fall.
Has your child's coach participated in a clinic?
HIRING WINTER RECREATION
LEADERS
Enjoy people of all ages? Do you thrive on outdoor
activity? Are you available after school hours,
evenings, weekends and holidays? Work as a Winter
Recreation Leader this winter. You will serve park
guests at the skating rinks throughout Eagan and the
tubing hill. The job involves friendly interaction, rule
enforcement, cleaning and program leadership. The
season runs from mid - December through February.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
Applications for Winter Recreation Leader position
will be accepted beginning Monday, October 14, 1996.
All applicants must complete a City application form.
Forms are available at the Eagan Municipal Center,
3830 Pilot Knob Road.
The City of Eagan is an affirmative action /equal
opportunity employer.
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Skating Registration
Class Time
Parent or Participant Signature Date
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Participants in the Spring, 1996 session of skating lessons have been offered the oppoortunity to register early for this fall
session of skating lessons. Participants new to skating lessons can begin registering on Monday,September 9. Because we are
not able to expand skating lessons at this time please be aware that some classes may be filled before September 9. The
registration deadline for skating lessons is September 20. 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 Tails 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)
Age Birthdate
Parents Name
Highest ISIA Test Passed
Highest USFSA Test Passed
ENROLL ME IN CLASS #
2ND FAMILY SKATER
Age Birthdate
Highest ISIA Test Passed
Highest USFSA Test Passed
ENROLL ME IN CLASS #:
Class Time: $
3RD FAMILY SKATER
Age Birthdate
Highest ISIA Test Passed
Highest USFSA Test Passed
ENROLL ME IN CLASS #•
Class Time: $
Total: $
Charge my _Visa MasterCard
Card Number
Name on Cardr: 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.
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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 #
Class Time: $
2ND FAMILY SKATER
Age Birthdate
Highest ISIA Test Passed
Highest USFSA Test Passed
ENROLL ME IN CLASS*:
Class Time• $
3RD FAMILY SKATER
Age Birthdate
Highest ISIA Test Passed
Highest USFSA Test Passed
ENROLL ME IN CLASS #:
Class Time: $
Total: $
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 afore- mentioned
activity(ies), and 1 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 Toss 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
1
WINTER, 1996/97
SKATING LESSONS
SATURDAY LESSONS
(No lessons on Dec. 28)
9:45 - 10:15 AM
Class #1 Tiny Tots 3 &4
Class #2 Tiny Tots 3 &4
Class #3 Pre -Alpha
Class #4 Pre -Alpha
10:00 - 10:30 AM
Class #5 Alpha
10:15 - 10:45 AM
Class #6 Tiny Tots 1&2
Class #7 Pre -Alpha
Class #8 Pre -Alpha
Class #9 Beta
10:30 - 11:00 AM
Class #10 Alpha
10:45 - 11:15 AM
Class #13 Alpha
Class #14 Beta
11:00 - 11:30
Class #11 Tiny Tots 1 &2
Class #12 Pre -Alpha
Class #15 Gamma /Delta
11:30 - 12:00
Class #16
Class #17
Class #18
Class #19
11:45 - 12:15 PM
Class #20 Alpha
Tiny Tots 3 &4
Beta
Tiny Tots 1 &2
Pre -Alpha
12:15 - 12:45 PM
Class #21 Alpha
Class #22 Beta
Class #25 Freestyle
12:00 - 12:30 PM
Class #23 Pre -Alpha
WEDNESDAY LESSONS
(No lessons on Dec. 25 and Jan.1)
10:00 - 10:30 AM
Class #1 Tiny Tots
10:30 - 11:00 AM
Class #2 Tiny Tots
11:00 - 11:30 AM
Class #3 Tiny tots
11:30 - Noon
Class #4 Smalls & Talls
Noon - 12:30 PM
Class #5 Adults
12:30 - 1:00 PM
• Class #6 Tiny Tots
1:00 -1:30 PM
Class #7 Tiny Tots
CLASSES SUBJECT
TO CHANGE
PLEASE REGISTER
BY CLASS #
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 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.
FALL, 1996
SKATING LESSONS
SATURDAY LESSONS
9:45 - 10:15 AM
Class #1 Tiny Tots 3 &4
Class #2 Tiny Tots 3 &4
Class #3 Pre -Alpha
Class #4 Pre -Alpha
10:00 - 10:30 AM
Class #5 Alpha
10:15 - 10:45
Class #6
Class #7
Class #8
Class #9
10:30 - 11:00 AM
Class #10 Alpha
10:45 - 11:15 AM
Class #13 Alpha
Class #14 Beta
11:00 - 11:30
Class #11
Class #12
Class #15
11:30 - 12:00
Class #16
Class #17
Class #18
Class #19
11:45 - 12:15
Class #20
12:15 - 12:45
Class #21
Class #22
Class #25
AM
Tiny Tots 1&2
Pre -Alpha
Pre -Alpha
Beta
Tiny Tots 1&2
Pre -Alpha
Gamma /Delta
Tiny Tots 3 &4
Beta
Tiny Tots 1&2
Pre -Alpha
PM
Alpha
PM
Alpha
Beta
Freestyle
12:00 - 12:30 PM
Class #23 Pre -Alpha
WEDNESDAY LESSONS
10:00 - 10:30 AM
Class #1 Tiny Tots
10:30 - 11:00 AM
Class #2 Tiny Tots
11:00 - 11:30 AM
Class #3 Tiny tots
11:30 - Noon
Class #4
Noon - 12:30 PM
Class #5 Adults
Smalls & Talls
12:30 - 1:00 PM
Class #6 Tiny Tots
1:00 -1:30 PM
Class #7 Tiny Tots
DATES:
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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 13 skaters per class.
COST: $55.00
FALL, 1996 LESSONS:
Wednesdays, September 25 - November 13, 1996
Saturdays, September 28 - November 16, 1996
TIME: See appropriate class description and schedule on page 19.
REGISTRATION:
FALL, 1996 LESSONS:
1996 Spring participants will have the opportunity to register early for the 1996 Fall Session.
New registrations will begin on September 9, 1996.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
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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!
WINTER 1996/97 LESSONS:
Wednesdays, December 4, 1996 - January 29, 1997 (no lessons on 12/25/96 and 1/1/97)
Saturdays, December 7, 1996 - February 1, 1997 (no lessons on 12/28/96)
WINTER 1996/97 LESSONS:
1996 Fall participants will have the opportunity to register early for the Winter Session.
New registrations will begin on November 18, 1996
FALL 1996 LESSONS: Friday, September 20, 1996
WINTER 1996/97 LESSONS: Friday, November 29, 1996
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Participants in the Spring 1996 session of skating lessons have been offered the opportunity to register early for this fall
session of skating lessons Participants new to skating lessons can begin registering on Monday September 9 by mail or drop
box. In- person registrations can begin on Tuesday, September 10 and phone -in registrations using Visa or MasterCard can be
facilitated beginning on Wednesday, September 11. Because we are not able to expand the skating lessons at this time, please
note that some classes may be filled before September 9. Fall registration deadline is Spetember 20. There are no refunds after
the registration deadline.
PLAN EARLY!! MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Registration for Winter skating lessons will be done prior to the distribution of the Winter Dtaeoves led As noted
above, early registration will be offered to those participating in the Fall skating session through November 16. New
registrations begin on November 18 for mail and drop box registrations; in person can be accommodated beginning
Wednesday, November 20 and phone -in registrations can begin on November 21. Winter registration deadline is November 29
and there will be no refunds after the registration deadline.
TINY TOTS
For very young skaters (5 yrs & under)
with little or no skating experience as
they learn the basics of skating. Helmets
(or hats) and gloves are mandatory. New
skaters should register for the Tiny Tots 1
& 2 Session.
TINY TOTS 1&2
LESSON TIMES
Sat. Class #6:
Sat. Class #11:
Sat. Class #18:
TINY TOTS 3 &4
LESSON TIMES
Sat. Class #1:
Sat. Class #2:
Sat. Class #16:
TINY TOTS 1,2,3 &4
LESSON TIMES
10:15 - 10:45 am
11:00 - 11:30 am
11:30 -12:00 pm
9:45 -10:15 am
9:45 -10:15 am
11:30 -12:00 pm
Wed. Class #1: 10:00 - 10:30 am
Wed. Class #2: 10:30 - 11:00 am
Wed. Class #3: 11:00 - 11:30 am
• Wed. Class #6: 12:30 - 1:00 pm
Wed. Class #7: 1:00 - 1:30 pm
PRE -ALPHA
Skating posture and balance, 1 &2
foot glide, how to stop and backward &
forward skating using swizzles and
wiggles are taught.
LESSON TIMES
•
Sat. Class #3: 9:45 - 10:15 am
Sat. Class #4: 9:45 - 10:15 am
Sat. Class #7: 10:15 - 10:45 am
Sat. Class #8: 10:15 - 10:45 am
Sat. Class #12: 11:00 - 11:30 am
Sat. Class #19: 11:30 - 12:00 pm
Sat. Class #23: 12:00 - 12:30 pm
Sat. Class #24: 12:00 - 12:30 pm
LESSON TIMES
LESSON TIMES
ALPHA
A skater who has passed pre -alpha
level or has the capability. Forward
stroking and crossovers (without the use
of toe picks) are learned.
Sat. Class #5: 10:00 - 10:30 am
Sat. Class #10: 10:30 - 11:00 am
Sat. Class #13: 10:45 - 11:15 am
Sat. Class #20: 11:45 - 12:15 pm
Sat. Class #21 : 12:15 - 12:45 pm
BETA
For the skater who has passed Alpha
or has the capability. Learn backward
stroking and crossovers (both directions)
along with T- stops.
Sat. Class #9: 10:15 - 10:45 am
Sat. Class #14: 10:45 - 11:15 am
Sat. Class #17: 11:30 - 12:00 pm
Sat. Class #22 12:15 - 12:45 pm
GAMMA /DELTA
For the skater who has passed Beta or
possesses 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 duck are
taught.
LESSON TIMES
Sat. Class #15: 11:00 - 11:30 am
FREESTYLE 1 -10
Skaters must have passed Alpha
through Delta levels to participate.
Skaters begin to work on jumps, spins
and ways to blend them into a skating
program. Skaters can advance into
difficult double jumps, combination
spins and footwork.
LESSON TIMES
Sat. Class #25: 12:15 - 12:345 pm
SMALLS AND TALLS
The SMALLS are children,
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.
LESSON TIMES
Wed. Class #4: 11:30 - Noon
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 is divided according to ability so
you can work at your own pace.
Great exercise!
LESSON TIMES
Wed. Class #5: Noon - 12:30 pm
Parents are invited and encouraged to watch their children participate in skating lessons, There are times when
young children may have a difficult time separating from their parents, however, only skaters registered for the class are
allowed on the ice with the instructor and other participants. If you feel your child may have a little difficulty
attending a skating lesson without a parent or sibling present you may want to consider participating with your child in
a Smalls and Talls class or introduce them slowly by participating in some open skating sessions together. We want
your skating experience to be FUN.
WEDNESDAY
6:15 -8:15 pm
(No open skate Dec. 25)
AFTERNOON
OPEN SKATING
Monday & Thursday 12:45-1:45 pm
FEE: $2.00 per person
PUNCH CARDS
AVAILABLE
Public Skate:
Adult
Student
Open Freestyle:
Skate Sharpening:
$27.00
$18.00
$36.00
$18.00
EAGAN
CIVIC
ARENA
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EAGAN CIVIC ARENA
OPEN SKATING SESSIONS THROUGH APRIL, 1997
FEES:
FRIDAY
7:30 -9:30 pm
(through Oct.25)
Adults: $3.00 per 2 hour session
Students: $2.00 per 2 hour session
Jan 31
Feb 17
March 7
SATU RDAY
1:00 - 3:00 pm
(No open skate Nov.2 & 30,
March 8 & 29)
FAMILY OPEN SKATING
5 :45 -7:15 pm
Third Sunday of the month
(Oct 20, Nov 17; tree 15, Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 16, Apr 20)
FEE $5.00 per family
Parent must accompany children.
DAYS OFF SCHOOL - PUBLIC SKATE
Oct. 14 -18 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Jan 20 &'30: 11:30 am - 1 :30 pm
FEE: $2.00 per person
10:00 am -12 :00 pm
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
2:00 - 4:00 pm
SPECIAL EVENTS
1 s t Anniversary ()pen House
Saturday, Sept. 28 1 :00 am - 3:00 pm
FEE: $5.00 per family
Nevi War's Eve Party
Tuesday, Dec 31
FEE: $5.00 per family
New Year's Day Family Skate
Wednesday, Jan. 1 : 2 :00 - 4 :00 pm
FEE: $5.00 per family
7 :30- 10 :00pm
SUNDAY
1:00 - 3:00 PM
(No open skate Dec. 1,
March 9 & 30)
OPEN HOCKEY
Tuesday & Friday 12:15-1:45 pm
FEE: $4.00 per person
(Must be 18 or older)
OPEN FREESTYLE
Mon, Wed, & Friday 7:00 -8:30 am
FEE: $4.00 per person
ADULT MENS HOCKEY
League now forming.
If you have a team, call 686 -1 100
for further information
Ice times available for rent. Skate sharpening and pro shop items
CaII 686 -1100. available at the Civic Arena
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Park Bond
Referendum,
Primary &
General
Election
Information"
-- Page4 &5.
Survey Says -
Eagan is on
the Right
Course
- -Page 2 & 3
Oak
Days
Celebrate
Eagan's Past
--Page 10
Experience
page 2
On the Cover:
Blackhawk Park's New
Pavilion & Playground
A new park pavilion, Eagan's first to
include full kitchen facilities, has just
been completed at Blackhawk Park. The
pavilion seats a group of up to 120
people (or two smaller groups). A new
playground has also been recently
constructed which is also an Eagan first;
it is fully accessible to children with
disabilities. An observation deck is
currently under construction which will
provide a tremendously panoramic view
toward Blackhawk Lake, and a fire ring
near the lake provides an evening's
entertainment. Call 681-4660 to make
your pavilion reservation for this fall!
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 Shawn Hunter
Sandra Masin Ted Wachter
The Lone Oak Tree
the symbol of strength &
growth in our community.
Residents Believe Eagan is "On the
Right Course," Survey Says
City sponsored research reveals that two- thirds of
residents feel Eagan has "sense of community"
n a wide ranging review of
attitudes toward their City and
its government, a substantial
number of Eagan residents said the City is
on the "right track."
This past spring, the City Council decided
to conduct a survey of residents to
determine their feelings about the
community, their hopes for the future and
level of satisfaction with City services.
Working closely with City departments,
The Wallace Group, an Eagan -based
public relations and marketing firm,
designed the survey and interviews were
conducted July 24 -29. The phone
interviews averaged just over 20 minutes.
On the overriding question, "Is Eagan on
the right course ?" 85 percent of
respondents said yes, 6 percent said no
and 9 percent indicated they didn't know
or refused to answer. When asked why
they felt that way, 27 percent expressed
overall satisfaction, 16 percent noted the
development of Eagan; and good city
planning, growth and environmentally
balanced planning followed in that order.
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There has been much public discussion in
recent years about steps that can be taken
to promote a "sense of community" in
Eagan. However, by an almost 3 to 1
margin, those surveyed said they believe
that Eagan does have a sense of
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1996
community now. What does that mean
to Eaganites? Of the 65 percent who
responded affirmatively, 18 percent
pointed to community events and
activities, 16 percent mentioned the
friendliness of residents and 15 percent
cited the schools and educational
programs. Following in order of
responses were parks and nature and
Fourth of July events (tied), recreation
programs, churches and religious
organizations and Eagan's family
orientation.
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During the telephone interviews,
conducted in both daytime and evenin
hours, some 53 questions were posed,
many of which were open -ended to
encourage candid comments. Several
questions also had follow -ups to get more
specific input.
Development
From a development perspective, 78
percent said they believed Eagan was on
the right course, with 14 percent saying
no. Asked what was most pleasing about
recent development, parks and nature
areas were tied with shopping
centers, followed by restaurants
and the ice arena. When the
Town Centre area and Promenade
are joined with shopping, retail
development dominates. Least
favorable, according to the
respondents, was townhouse and
apartment development, strip
malls and housing development, in
general.
When reminded that only 20
percent of the land in Eagan is still
available for development, 70
percent favored keeping land for park
and open spaces, 59 percent favored
single family homes and 25 percent
supported retail shops. Townhouse/
multifamily dwellings and office buildings
tied for fourth place.
About half of those surveyed felt that
Fall
• 1996
Eagan does a good or better job of
informing residents of development
proposals, but a significant number, 21
percent, said the city does a fair job and
17 percent said poor or very poor. The
latter group said they had never received
any information or were not informed in a
timely fashion.
Parks and Recreation
More than three out of every four people
interviewed said they or members of their
household use the City's parks or athletic
fields, and overall, 67 percent rate the
parks excellent or very good, with another
27 percent calling them good. That does
not mean that everyone takes part in
organized parks programs. Only one out
of three have household members who
participate, with others citing lack of time
or interest, not knowing about the
programs, their ages, or the ages of their
children.
Eagan residents clearly favor acquiring
* land for additional parks and
ic fields. On a scale of 1 to 10, from
not at all important to very important,
such acquisitions were rated at 5.93.
Those interviewed were given a range of
choices as to how additional park land
should be used.
By far, the most popular option was
maintaining the land in its natural state,
even when told that additional city tax
dollars from property taxes would be
required. Following in order were an
outdoor swimming pool, land for
additional parks, a multiple use
recreational center, an indoor swimming
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pool and a park area for
community gatherings and
celebrations.
City Services
In looking at the range of city
services provided for residents,
questions sought to evoke both
feelings and assessments of
performance, either from actual
experience or from what they
have heard. When asked what
best described the way they felt
about services received in Eagan,
65 percent found them very good
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5
4.9
4.8
4.7
4.6
4.5
4.4
4.3
4.2
4.1
or better. On this question, 15
percent said excellent, 50 percent said
very good, 30 percent said good, 4
percent said fair and 1 percent said poor.
No one chose very poor and only 1
percent fell in the "don't know /refuse" to
answer bracket.
On the critical issue of public safety, 97
percent of Eagan residents said they felt
safe in their homes and 95 percent said
they felt safe in their neighborhoods.
About a third of those responding,
however, said there were areas in the City
of Eagan where they would not feel safe.
In looking at police department
responsiveness, 78 percent rated it good
to excellent, with 6 percent finding it fair
and just 1 percent judging it poor. The
positive responses included the 16 percent
for excellent, 36 percent for very good
and the 24 percent indicating good. Of
those surveyed, 29 percent said they had
contacted police in the past year.
The Eagan Fire Department's
responsiveness also
drew positive
reactions, with 61
percent rating the
department good to
excellent. On a
scale of 1 to 6, the
overall rating was
4.93, or very good.
Several noted that
Eagan has a
volunteer
department.
The public works
department got
good grades for the
quality of City
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street surfaces with almost half of those
surveyed finding them very good or
excellent. An additional 40 percent rated
them as good. On roadway planning and
construction, 72 percent responded with
a rating of good or above. Even higher
percentages responded positively on the
job done in snow plowing and clearing
sand from City streets in the spring.
On the question of whether the City
should undertake an additional task,
clearing snow and ice from sidewalks and
trails along City streets, 68 percent
responded yes. However, when they
were told that additional tax revenues
would be required to finance this service,
those in favor of the City clearing
sidewalks and trails dropped to 47
percent.
Environmental concerns ranked high
among Eagan residents, with tree
preservation, protection of wetlands and
water quality all cited as very important.
Most felt the City is doing a good job in
these areas.
A complete analysis of survey findings
will be made available to those interested,
upon request.
This review of the opinions of the people
of Eagan helps the City better understand
the desires and concerns of residents and
the way in which City operations are
perceived. The cooperation of all who
participated is deeply appreciated.
If you would like to recieve this newsletter in an
alternate format such as large print, braille, audio
tape,etc„ please contact the City of Eagan at
681 -4600. (TDD 454 -8560)
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Primary Election & Park Bond
Referendum September 10 --
General Election November 5
T he City of Eagan will hold a Primary Election and Park Bond Referendum on
Tuesday, September 10, and a General Election on Tuesday, November 5.
The ballot for the Primary Election will include the federal offices of United
States Senator and United States Representative, the Minnesota offices of State Senator
and State Representative. In a Primary Election, Minnesota election law permits voters
to vote for the candidates of only one political party for these partisan offices. Non-
partisan offices will include a County Commissioner and the City of Eagan Park Bond
question. You may choose to vote ONLY on the Park Bond question without
impacting the rest of the ballot. The Park Bond question will be decided only by
the number of "yes" versus "no" votes cast on the question, not by the total
number of people voting in the Primary.
Polls will be open on September 10 and November 5 from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
If you are not registered to vote at your current Eagan address, you may register at
your polling place on September 10 by showing a current Minnesota Drivers License or
Minnesota Identification Card bearing your current Eagan address. Or you may have a
registered voter from your precinct vouch for you. If you choose not to vote in the
Primary Election and are not registered to vote, you may still register by mail until 20
days prior to the General Election on November 5.
If you will be out of town or are unable to attend your polling place for either the
Primary or the General Election, and would like to cast an absentee ballot, you may do
so at City Hall, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Or a ballot can be mailed to you prior to the
elections. For more information or to receive an absentee ballot, please call the City of
Eagan at 681 -4600 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Precincts & Polling
1 Pilot Knob Elementary School
1436 Lone Oak Road
2 Quarry Park Shelter
3340 Coachman Road
3 Trinity Lone Oak Church
2950 Hwy 55
4 Cedar Elementary School
2140 Diffley Road
5 Mt. Calvary Church
3930 Rahn Road
6 Cross of Christ Church
1985 Diffley Road
7 Fire Administration Bldg.
3795 Pilot Knob Road
8 Eagan Municipal Center
3830 Pilot Knob Road
9 Woodland School
945 Wescott Road
10 St. John Neumann Church
4030 Pilot Knob Road
Places
11 Northview Elementary School
965 Diffley Road
12 Cedar Ridge Christian Church
2024 Rahn Way
13 Rahn Elementary School
4424 Sandstsone Drive
14 Christ Lutheran Church
1930 Diffley Road
15 Thomas Lake Elementary
4350 Thomas Lake Road
16 Easter Lutheran Church
4200 Pilot Knob Road
17 St. Thomas Becket Church
4455 South Robert Trail
18 Fire Station No. 5
4701 Galaxie Avenue
19 Chapel Hill Baptist Church
4888 Pilot Knob Road
20 Pinewood Elementary School
4300 Dodd Rd.
Fall
1996
The City of Eagan is an
affirmative action equal
opportunity employer
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Park Bond
Referendum
Fall
1996
agan residents will be asked to
E vote on Tuesday, September 10,
to determine whether $3.8
million in bonds should be sold to finance
the purchase of open space for
preservation and possible future park uses.
The Eagan City Council took this action
based on the recommendation of the
Open Space Task Force and the Advisory
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources
Commission (APRNRC) and community
input.
In 1995 the City Council accepted an
updated "Park Systems Master Plan"
which provided an inventory, review and
analysis of all existing parks, recreation
and natural resources within Eagan. A
chapter was devoted to the review of
natural resources which have given Eagan
� ique distinction among suburban
catiimunities. As part of this chapter, the
APRNRC developed evaluation criteria
for prioritizing open space which included
identification of significant natural
resources. They applied this criteria to
undeveloped parcels within the city and
named 41 open space areas as candidate
sites.
At the recommendation of the APRNRC,
the City Council created the Open Space
Task Force, made up of Eagan residents.
The task force was charged with
reviewing the list of candidate parcels to
determine if a referendum to finance the
acquisition of open space should be
brought before the community and, if so,
what the dollar amount should be.
The task force reviewed sections of the
Park Systems Master Plan, toured
candidate sites and evaluated the need for
development of park land to meet current
and future community needs. The task
force noted that, since 1991 alone, Eagan
has seen 1,525 acres of its remaining
open space developed as residential,
commercial or industrial property.
Of the original 41 sites identified, 20
candidate sites were chosen to remain on
the candidate list, totaling nearly 300
acres. The task force recognized that
certainly not all of the identified
properties could be purchased.
Wading pool's first summer
makes big splash!
O n several of the hot humid days this summer, hundreds of
Eagan's tots could be found, supported by mom, dad or a
brilliant baby- sitter, frolicking in the cool relief of the new
Eagan wading pool. Tiny toes dipped into the cool splendor and then
ventured deeper to ankle or tummy -high depths (if you're under 48
inches tall as the pool requires). Squeals of delight could be heard and
enjoyed, well beyond the bounds of the wading pool fence -line.
The spouting play fountains with valves kids can open and close on their
own are a favorite attraction. Fountains are at multiple heights and of
various designs so that kids
can be sprinkled from every
angle!
The fun is over for this year,
but this first year shows that
the wading pool will be a
great success for years to
come. The Parks and
Recreation Department hopes
you all come back to enjoy
the wading pool again and
again next year!
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The City Council also noted that
members of the community may wish to
have other properties evaluated and added
to the list of candidate sites.
The City Council has decided to let the
voters determine whether the purchase of
open space for possible future park uses is
a priority at this time.
If the referendum is approved, th $3.8
million could be used only for the
purchase of land. The land would be
preserved as open space or possible future
park uses. The task force and the City
Council will continue to narrow the
existing list of candidate properties,
consider other properties identified by the
community, solicit appraisals of properties
and attempt to negotiate the best
purchase options based on those
appraisals.
If you have questions or would like to
know more, an informational meeting
will be held in the Community Room at
City Hall on Thursday, September 5, at
5:00 p.m. Or you may call the Parks and
Recreation Department at 681 -4660.
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Beautiful Shorelines
Cleaner Wetlands
Do you live next to a lake or wetland?
Do you really want all that turf grass
to mow and fertilize? Want to attract
more songbirds and other wildlife to
your spread? Interested in protecting
the quality of your lake or wetland?
Consider planting wildflowers and
native grass along the water's edge.
With the help of an information sheet
available from the City, you can reduce
the time you spend on lawn care, enjoy
the aesthetics of wildflowers and
prairie grasses, and cleanse runoff
entering your wetland or lake. The
sheet outlines the benefits of such
plantings (called "buffer" strips),
provides direction on site preparation
and seeding, and lists sources for seed
as well as assistance in designing this
type of landscape. And autumn is one
of the best times of the year to start
these plantings.
Just call 681 -4300 and ask for the
City's information sheet on wetland
buffers titled "Beautiful Shorelines,
Cleaner Lakes - Enhancing Your
Shoreline With Natural Buffers."
A natural stream bed is being
recreated in northwest Eagan to
help preserve one of the City's
natural resources.
Fall
Fall Fertilizing Cares
For Lawns & Lakes
1996
M id- August through October is the best time of the year for fertilizing your
lawn, according to University Extension lawn care specialists. Late season
fertilization stimulates root growth which provides the foundation for lush
growth next spring. Unlike summer weather which puts grass under stress with high
temperatures and dry conditions, a cooler, wetter fall spurs grass vigor. On the other
hand, broad - leafed weeds - like the long distance runner who goes out too fast - are
losing steam. In the continuing battle for space in your yard, grass is better able to
compete with the weeds during the later part of the growing season before all plants
settle in for the long winter wait.
Lawn care and water quality can be compatible by following a few guidelines:
1. Use a low- phosphorus fertilizer with a middle number on the bag of 3 or less.
Extensive lawn soil testing in Eagan has shown that over 98% of residential lawns need
no more than low- phosphorus fertilizer and over 50% need no additional phosphorus.
The results of a soil test will give you the most accurate information regarding a yard's
fertilizer needs. Soil testing kits are available through the City, 681 -4300, or the
University of Minnesota's Soil Testing Laboratory, 625 -3101.
2. Eliminate spray or drift of fertilizer onto hard surfaces, like driveways, sidewalks, or
streets. This will lessen the chance of rain or irrigation washing the fertilizer directly
into the storm drainage system that feeds many of our lakes.
3. Never apply fertilizer on frozen ground.
As you mow and rake the yard for the last time this year and prepare the mower
and roto -tiller for winter storage, also remember the following:
1. Never dispose of the gasoline, oil, or leftover pesticides or herbicides in the street or
gutter. Call the City recycling coordinator at 681 -4600 or see the information on page
12, for information on proper disposal methods.
2. Grass clippings, leaves ar.d other plant debris should be removed from streets,
sidewalks, and driveways or removed as soon as possible after mowing. This material
can be composted, used as mulch, or disposed of at a community compost site.
Ravine Restoration "Goes Natural"
E
agan is blessed with many small lakes and wetlands, but little in the way of
streams in this water -rich city. Now, thanks to an innovative and cost - effective
project approved earlier this year, efforts are underway to use "bioengineering"
to restore a stream in a badly eroded ravine in northwest Eagan.
From its headwaters near Highview Park to its discharge point near
the intersection of Highway 13 and Highview Avenue, the little
stream falls over 70 feet in a distance of just over one -third mile. Fed
by hillside springs and street runoff, the ravine was showing signs of
severe erosion - raw, nearly vertical banks, downed trees, and
sediment -laden water during runoff events. The project now
underway will recreate the natural meandering stream bed and use a
series of natural - looking boulder dams - 26 in all - and a cobble -line
stream bed to dissipate the energy and erosive power of the water as
falls toward the Minnesota River Valley. The last stage of the project
will be to use vegetation like deep- rooted native perennial grasses,
willows, and shrubs to stabilize slopes and banks overlooking the
stream bed. The project is scheduled for completion in November of
this year.
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Bob the Water Guy
Prepares for the Unexpected!
Undercover Surveillance Activities
T his year, the Utility Division has been televising some of your homes,
probably without your knowledge...did I get your attention? Don't be
alarmed! Read on.
During our routine sewer main televising, a program that has been going on for over
10 years now, we have introduced a new technology. Previously, we could only see
straight ahead in the water or sewer pipeline as the camera drove through it.
Although this method was effective for our purposes, it didn't always reveal problems
brewing just outside the mainline, problems found in your service connection. This is a
place where boulevard tree roots can enter your line from cracks or gaps in the pipe or
where debris can cause sewer backups into your home.
The new camera is able to turn, providing a view of the sides of the pipe, enabling us
to look about 2 to 3 feet into your line. If we find a problem, a letter is sent to your
address informing you of the type and severity of the problem.
Keep in mind, due to cost, only a portion of the City is done each year, and we have
selected the highest probability areas to televise first. We have completed our program
for `96 and all affected residents have already been contacted.
fore You Migrate
f you're leaving a property up here in the great white north for the desert
sands or balmy beaches, be sure to remember one important physics
experiment...water freezes below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
I know you know that. But the important part is remembering where all that water is
hiding; in the pipes of your home, in the traps of sinks, showers, and toilets, and in
irrigation systems. A garden hose with water in it, connected to an outside faucet, is
the most common cause of internal pipe breakage in a building. Cold air intakes for a
furnace blowing on an incoming water line during the coldest periods can cause major
leaks while you're away, and believe me that is not something you want to come home
to! The best rule is to think of every place water or vulnerable liquids could be, and
deal with them appropriately. A little forethought will save you an unexpected trip
back here in January!
As always, if you have any questions or comments, I would like to hear from you!
Write or call me at:
I
City of Eagan
c/o Bob, the Water Guy
3501 Coachman Point
Eagan, Mn 55122
681 -4300
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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.
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NOISE COMPLAINT
HOTLINE
If you are bothered
by aircraft noise,
please
call the MAC Noise
Complaint Line at
7 2 6 - 9 4 1 1
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The Yankee Doodle Road
bridge over 35E and the
northbound entrance ramp
onto 35E are proceeding
ahead of schedule. The
project's completion date is
set for November 1, 1996.
Where do I find out about
City meetings, programs
and information?
In this day of busy schedules and limited
free time it's difficult to find out what's
happening in your neighborhood, let alone
keeping up with the issues facing your
community. The following list may help
you know where to look for information
about the issues that affect Eagan:
Dakota County Tribune and This Week
newspapers are the official newspapers of
the City of Eagan. All public information
notices, public meeting agendas and legal
advertisements will be listed in these
newspapers.
Cable Channel 16 is the Government
channel for the City of Eagan. This is
where you can watch "live" televised public
meetings. You will also find important
City phone numbers and special
programming information on channel 16.
Public meeting agendas are available
at City Hall at or prior to all public
meetings and are also posted in the
Municipal Center lobby. Call 681 -4600
for more information.
Fall
1996
are affected, even after technology has done all that it
can, these programs are essential.
If you would like additional information on the noise
mitigation program the airport is considering, please call
726 -8189. If you agree with the City's position or if you
have other ideas about how to reduce the impacts of
aircraft noise in the Twin Cities, please share your views
with the Metropolitan Airports Commission, 6040 28th
Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55450.
Yankee Doodle Project
Nearing Completion
The airport continues to grow more rapidly than anyone anticipated and the need to
accommodate increasing numbers of flights at the
current airport will continue. While it is hoped that new
generation, quieter aircraft will reduce the noise
nuisance, it will not go away entirely. For residents who
I is been a long summer for those who have had to
make the daily drive through the center of Eagan,
but construction is due to wrap up by November 1.
Crews have been working to widen Yankee Doodle Road
to accommodate six lanes of traffic, including a bridge
widening over 35E and pedestrian /bike paths on either
side of the roadway. Construction of a northbound
entrance ramp to 35E is also a part of this project. New
roads will also include a continuation of Denmark Avenue
to the north into the new "Promenade" development as
well as the new Promenade Drive and Northwood Drive
which will provide access around and through the center.
Until the project is complete, however, lane shifts, detours and generally slow traffic will
continue. Access for pedestrians and bicycles may be eliminated for short periods of
time and entrances to the park and ride and on to 35E may be detoured. It may save
time and a few headaches if you can choose an alternate route to avoid this area until
November.
Noise Mitigation For Airport
E x p a n s i o n
T he City of Eagan and seven other noise impacted cities are working together
with the Metropolitan Airports Commission to develop a recommendation to
the State of Minnesota to mitigate the effects of aircraft noise in residential
areas around the international airport. The mitigation plan is a requirement of the
Airport Legislation that was passed earlier this year which ended the dual track airport
planning process and authorized the expansion of the existing airport. Even though
the actual expansion of the airport is still a number of years away, it is important to
have noise abatement efforts in place before any additional operations begin to fly over
the area.
The City of Eagan is advocating that the State provide programs such as sound
insulation, tax credits, neighborhood stabilization activities and other programs over a
broad area surrounding the airport. The City is also supporting phasing these
programs in with some owner participation over an even larger area to recognize that
aircraft noise diminishes but does not disappear outside of the most heavily impacted
areas.
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Fall
thlorotic 1996
Oaks in Neighborhoods
T his summer the Forestry Division has received many calls describing oaks trees
with yellowing leaves. If you have one of these trees, usually white or bur
oaks, the problem could be a disorder called "chlorosis ". The first sign of
chlorosis is a general yellowing of leaves. Symptoms range from a mild yellowing
between leaf veins, to severe yellowing followed by death of leaves and the ultimate
death of the tree. This disorder may affect a few branches, or the entire tree. Trees
mildly affected do not show symptoms every year. Severely affected trees usually have
branches die each year until the tree is killed or its value destroyed.
Chlorosis is generally associated with trees in heavy, clay soils, and is typically related
to one of two conditions: alkaline soils having a pH above 7.0; or sites where extensive
soil fill or removal, compaction, or general construction injury to the root system has
occurred. Older oaks are especially susceptible to these injuries.
Control for chlorosis can follow two courses of action.
Prevention is the best control. Do not plant
chlorosis- susceptible species like oaks, in soils
having a pH above 7.0. Do not allow construction
to occur within the oak's drip line. An
undisturbed ground cover beneath the tree is also a
great benefit, allow decaying leaf litter to remain
providing nutrients which sustain beneficial soil
organisms. The second approach is long term and
involves attempting to alter the pH of the soil. Briefly, this can occur by either not
410 ng material which will raise pH, including irrigation, (Eagan water has a pH of
ut 7.5), or by amending the soil with material to lower the topsoil pH.
For more detailed information or to arrange for an inspection to diagnose your tree
problem call the Eagan Forestry Division at 681 -4300.
Firewood & Tree Pests
irewood cut from fresh trees or those recently infested by insects and disease
can add to the spread of pests to nearby healthy trees. While many pests can
breed or survive in wood piles, the problem is critical with oak wilt, Dutch Elm
disease, and two lined chestnut borer. In most cases, the insect or disease winters in
the sheltered environment of the wood pile, emerges in spring, and infests nearby trees.
F
Treating firewood to destroy the insect or disease
firewood will contribute pests in your
neighborhood. Treat the firewood by:
removing the bark while the log is still
green, or cut the tree to firewood lengths
and air stack it so that both ends of the
wood piece show. Cover the pile with a
heavy plastic (4 -6 mil) tarp from April 15
until July 1 taking care to bury tarp edges
with soil. Oak that died from oak wilt
within the past year should not be moved,
in any form, including firewood, into
as where oak wilt is not found.
4 ered or not, moving oak wilt infected
material into uninfected areas is always
dangerous.
If you have questions about any of your
trees, firewood or plants, please call the
Eagan Forestry Division at 681 -4300.
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habitat will eliminate the chance that
Extra- Extra
Wood Mulch!
Thanks to this summer's storms, the
forestry division has more wood
mulch than can be used in Parks
and other City Properties. So, they're
offering it to you!
When: Saturday, September 28
8:00 to 11:00 a.m. and
11:00a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Residents with last name of A to L
should arrive between 8:00 and
11:00, residents with last name of M
to Z should arrive between 11:00
a.m. and 2:00 p.m. This will help to
alleviate traffic congestion and wait
time.
Where: Patrick Eagan Park parking
lot, on Lexington Ave. just
south of Northview Park Rd.
Cost: $2.00 per carload, bags or
cans filled.
$4.00 per truck or trailer
Notes: Limited to residents of
Eagan only.
Mulch to be used on private property
only - -no commercial use.
Bring your own bags or garbage
cans to load.
City staff will have equipment to load
pickup trucks or trailers (nothing
larger than a utility trailer.
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Lone Oak Days
Eagan's New
Old Fashioned Festival
0 ne hundred years ago, Eagan looked very
different than it does today. Farming was the
primary way of life. Potatoes, onions, rutabagas
and even some sorghum cane were the chief crops grown
along Eagan's rugged and wooded terrain. Farmers often
joked that, if all of the rocks and trees that they cleared
from their fields could be sold as a cash crops, they would
all be rich!
It is this persistence, good humor and history that will be
remembered and celebrated at Eagan's newest festival,
Lone Oak Days on Saturday, September 21, and
Sunday, September 22.
The celebration will take place on the grounds
surrounding the Eagan Municipal Center, Civic Arena
and Wescott Library, including Eagan's Old Town Hall,
encompassing both southern corners of Pilot Knob and
Wescott Roads.
Festivities will include tours and displays in the original
Town Hall, a farmers' market on Saturday and Sunday
afternoons, antique booths and food vendors, an ice
cream/ root beer float social, milk pail and three - legged
races, licorice eating contest, tug -of -wars, spelling bee,
kids games and craft areas, cow and goat milking
demonstrations and a kiddie parade on Saturday
morning at 10:00 a.m!
So kids, saddle up your ponies, decorate your bicycles,
red wagons, your brothers or sisters...and come
participate in the Lone Oak Days kiddie parade! Prizes
will be given for the best 1900's costumes!
Events will also be taking place in the schools
throughout the weeks prior to the celebration, and prizes
will be awarded at the festival for the best Eagan history
essay, best Lone Oak Tree poetry and the best Lone Oak
Tree artwork.
Come share a bit of Eagan's past as we make history with
the first annual Lone Oak Days Celebration!
For information please contact the Eagan Convention
and Visitor's Bureau at 452 -9872 or Eagan City Hall at
681 -4600.
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.
Fall
1996
Ongoing Events:
Old Town Hall Tours
Farmers Market -next to old Town Hall
Antique Booths
Food Booths
Root Beer Floats & Apple Booths -
sponsored by the Eagan Foundation
Displays & Judging of
Vegetables & Baked Goods
Game Booths
Face Painting
Moonwalk
Bingo- Sponsored by 4 -H Club
Old Time Fun Photography -
Sponsored by Community Action Council
Children's Activity Area
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 21: SUNDAY,
10:00 a.m. Kiddie Parade 11:30 a.m
1 1:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Leap Frog Race
Three Legged Race
Gunny Sack Race
Farmers Market (1 -4 p.m.)
Stage Shows (every 1/2 hour)
Stick & Wheel Race
Sheep Shearing
Demonstration
Egg & Spoon Race
Tug -of -War
School Contest Finalists,
Works Displayed &
Prizes Awarded
Cow & Goat Milking
Demonstrations
Milk Can Race
5:00 Native American Powwow
6:00 Barn Dance, Hayrides & Campfire
at Diamond T Ranch
SEPTEMBER 22
. to 4:00 p,m.
Basket Lunch Social
Farmers Market,
(noon- 4:OOp.m.)
Horseshoe Demo.
Cake Walk
1900's Fashion Show
Sponsored by
Dakota City
School Contest Winners
Announced
Spelling Bee
Pie Eating Contest
Watermelon Seed
Spitting Contest
Water Balloon Toss
Licorice Eating Co
Apple -Bob Conte
Winners
Announced
" irbside Recycling
Recycling in the City of Eagan is picked -up by your refuse
hauler on the same day as your garbage service. If you
need a bin, have missed a pick -up or need general informa-
tion, first call your garbage hauler. If they can't help, call
the City of Eagan Recycling at 681 -4600.
Materials Accepted
1. Magazines, Catalogs & Mail
•Shiny magazines
•Anything that arrives as mail
• Shiny catalogues
•Keep separate from newspaper
2. Newspaper
•Advertisements can be included
3. Corrugated cardboard
•Broken down into 3 by 3 bundles
•Keep separate from other materials
•No: -waxy or glossy board
-pizza boxes
-12 pack boxes
rcecycling Drop -off
Dakota County Recycling Center
1705 East Highway 13
Burnsville•484 -5373
Recycling
Center
Ctv Rd 42
1Mh Strad
4. Tin & Aluminum Cans
•No need to remove labels
5. Plastic Bottles with a neck
•Pop, milk, ketchup, laundry, etc.
•Throw away caps and pumps
•No: Plastic tubs, ice cream pails, or plastic ba
6. Glass Bottles and Jars
•Food and beverage
•Clear, green, and brown
•Please rinse
•No need to remove labels
THIS PUBLICATION IS
Materials Accepted
'Aluminum foil
•Cans- aluminum and steel
•Cereal boxes /boxboard
•Corrugated cardboard
'ass bottles and jars
'; zousehold batteries
•Magazines and catalogs
•Mixed mail
•Newspaper
•Office paper
•Empty paint and aerosol cans
•Plastic bottles with a neck
(no motor oil bottles)
•Milk cartons and drink boxes
Yard Waste Tips
•By state law, it is illegal to dispose ofyard waste in a landfill or to mix it with garbage,
includes grass, weeds, leaves, sod, brush, and green garden waste.
,
Options for Managing Y.cira Waste -
•Leave the grass clippings on the lawn. .
•Backyard Compost: for a packet of information including city ordinances, please call the City of
Eagan Recycling Office at 681-4600.
•Place it in a compostable bag or reusable bin to be picked up by your waste hauler.
•Bring your yard waste to an area compost site.
Compost Sites Available in the Eagan Area
Eagan:
SMC Compost Services
on Yankee Doodle Road, at Elrene Road
1/2 mile west of Hwy. 149
683-9020 • 322-2622
•Accepts yard waste (unbagged only),
brush, trees, and stumps.
•Landscape mulch and compost
are available for sale
HHW Site in Eagan:
Gopher Resources Corporation
3385 Dodd Blvd. (Hwy.149)
Enter off of Hwy. 149
891-7011 Hours Wed. 3pm-8pm, Sat. 9am-2pm
Burnsville:
Kraemer's's Composting
1 Mile West of 35W on Cliff Road
890-3248
'Accepts yard waste unbagged or in
compostable bags up to 8" in diameter
No stumps.
•Woodcl'ilps and compost are available
for sale.
Household Hazardous Waste
Household hazardous wastes are those products like paint, cleaning supplies, used motor oils,
batteries, gasoline...etc. Before you buy these products here are some suggestions:
I. Visit the product exchange at the Dakota County Household Hazardous Waste (HTIW) site in
Available household chemicals are FREE to residents, businesses and not far 1,rofit organization
Drop-off of materials is only accepted from households. No business wastes are accepted.
2. Ifyou cannot find what you need at the HHW site, buy only as much as you can use
3. Shop for less hazardous alternatives. Use latex paint instead of oil based, use spot treatments
versus cleaning the whole area, and shop for products without hazardous materials.
4. Use up what material you have, or let a neighbor use it if they can. If it cannot be reused, brin
the material to the HHW site. Try to keep the waste in its original container so it is easily identiA
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