Winter1996
WINTER
PROGRAMS
EAGAN
PARKS
AND
RECREATION
CITY OF EAGAN
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
681 -4660
TDD 454 -8535
z
0
1-
N
Q
0.
N
U
4)
Vf
N
U
a
NJ
S
0
a
>
0
a;
E
H
O
>
u T
< J 0
a;
E
1-
E
v
u-
a;
E
0
w
a;
u-
a;
E
.' O . O
> - ; .> f ro
u
O ro p
< J 0 < J
M R
O O O
< D ro < _ 0 < 0
N M ?
v
L
a;
E
H
a;
E
O L O L O
ro% a T >O N
< J o < j 0 a 3
N M �
0
ai
v
E
a;
E
0
a;
E
14
H
lt
U
v
ro
0
c
w
0
a
w
r0 Y L ro
• o E , i
rvL E ro
E r L c
a._
30
o v > o
c 5 c 'c o
ro N L E >
a b c b
- ▪ ro ro
• ro • 'E
oaE> -
0 4) =
o = •- c
c c -.. >_o
� - 10
roy = 5a
c L _
m
c
° a
c ro
v v
ro �r c E�
� row0
7 — — 6 L
C ro
O ro 002
y .5 H i >.
ai
cL ro v
L� - E c
to - ro ro N U
:!
0
01 01 s
O 7 O
b L .E-
-o • - c
• c c •- ro
ro
v v ro A
c ; :
L 'a'c
o E>,b
ro -o -72 o
c a,c.' >'
ro is
ao o= c ,a
N =
4 e°
av °DCC a
ro ro , o
O
ro o dL
c •e° ro
m ro mom
b
C ro .d N L U
2 2
` 7 j d a0
ro� =E�ac -
a >>o -
- o c u c
u
H N d ›. 00 v N 4! ;
•� s c E � >..
O! O ; > c
L ro ro
E c e v� E c
00 :2°
0 L
10« 3`5
W
ro
mi m
1U1! 11'i �N i
We've moved
Back to the
Municipal Center
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Second Floor
iJl,ii...: n 11i11.' ,n
11.111 l 'i 1 )
RECREATION REGISTRATION
RECREATION REGISTRATION
The preferred method of registration is mail -in or drop box. No mass registration
oe ssion 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
December 11, 1995. The drop box is located adjacent to the Municipal Center
south circular driveway near the new police 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 December 18,
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Parks and Recreation office in the Municipal Center.
�' I U(S!f /MASTERCARD
The department of Parks and Recreation has added V isa and MasterCard as
an alter
inforration 'below.
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 }7+:542 wish to register via telephoneiusing your Visa or MaskerCard; you may
sobeiiinning December 18. 1!995 during regular office hours<which:ate 8 00<a'
to 4 30 p m '!Telephone 681-4660 (TDD 454 8535:) Do riot leave a voice
mail Message. Telephone Regi for Ctvtc Aren skating lessons wilt riot
begin until December 19, 1995
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
act ivities.
REGISTRATION CHANGE
Requests to change activity locations, sections or tunes 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
ttempt to provide the aids. However, this may not be possible with short notice.
It
H OLARSHIPS
A limited amount of scholarship funding is available. For information, call Parks and
Recreation at 681-4660 (TDD 454-8535).
III
i i
I!i
FAMILY FUN NIGHTS
OPEN GYM AND SWIM
Two family fun nights have been planned this
winter. Break up the long days of winter by bundling
up the family for a night of fun. These events are
jointly sponsored by Eagan Area Community
Education and the Eagan Parks and Recreation
Department. The pool will be open along with the
gym. Volleyballs, basketballs, nerfballs and playballs
of all sizes will be available for your fun and
exercise. Refreshments will also be available at a
nominal fee.
1996
DATES: Fun Night #1 Saturday, January 27, 1996
Fun Night #2 Saturday, February 24,
TIMES: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Black Hawk Middle School
1540 Deerwood Road
FEE: $2.00 per person /per night payable at
Black Hawk Middle School
$1.50 per person for groups of 5 or more
payable at Black Hawk Middle School
WINTER HAYRIDE HAYDAY
Hear those sleigh bells jingling as we take a horse -
drawn hayride through the winter wonderland at
Diamond T Ranch. Arranged especially for adults with
disabilities, this ride is open to all adults looking for a
way to lose that cabin fever. Afterwards we will roast
hot dogs around a bonfire and warm up those toes.
Sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Departments
from Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington,
Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage and River Valley
Project Explore.
DATE: Saturday, March 2, 1996
TIME: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
DEADLINE: Friday, February 23, 1996
LOCATION: Diamond T Ranch
4889 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: $6.00 per person
(includes hay ride and supper)
Should weather be a problem that day, call Eagan's
Recreation Happenings Hotline at 681-4670 and
press 1 to determine if the event is on or not.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Santa is coming to town! Eagan Parks and Recreation in co-
operation with McDonald's is happy to bring you Breakfast
with Santa.
McDonald's is offering a Happy Meal breakfast of hot cak.
sausage, small orange juice or cereal, milk and a small orange
juice for $1.99. Each breakfast includes a Happy Meal toy.
After their breakfast children will receive a memento of their
visit. For planning purposes, let us know which session you
will be attending. Don't forget your camera!
Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Pre - registration is required.
DATE: Saturday, December 9, 1995
TIMES: Session I: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Session II: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
LOCATION: McDonald's, 1995 Silverbell Road
(Silverbell and Highway 13)
FEE: $1.99 per child for breakfast
(payable at McDonald's)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
For planning purposes, call in your registration to 681-4660
(TDD 454-8535) by Friday,December 8, 1995.
ur way do ti the hill t
ball. ,i
Joi l e reation sell at lwl
bonfire and talk l islsithg over la ct
cider, The fire will warm your to
conversation will rvarrn your s pirtt
KIT AND KABOODLE
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11 1996
BLACK •HAWK 1VIDDLE SCHOO , CAFETERIA
Communiry:Education 190 and Fagan Parks and Recreatton are co- sponsors of this appearance ofKict
and Kaboodle. The performance is free of charge, however, admission is a Lion perishable item for the
food shelf.
The performance begins at 1:00 p.m. sharp. The performance lasts approximately; 45 minutes. So --
don't be late! 'Bring a blanker to sit upon. Lean back and enjoy family. music and com for all ages and
funny bones.
Black H Middle School is loca at 1540 Deerwood Drive Park io the lower level and Deerwood
Elementary School lots. linter the lower level, south doors of the school.
CABIN FEVER RELIEF
Z,tecavet Zta!
DOG SLED RIDES
Be a mush master for a day! Get a taste of the Iditirod and John
Beargrease right here in Eagan. Skim over the frozen tundra on a sled
pulled by hard- working dogs. Imported from Silver Bay, Ward Wallin
and his team of huskies will offer you the opportunity to laugh at winter
and enjoy the thrill of dog sledding. There will be a limited number of
rides respecting the health of the dogs.
DATE: Saturday, February 10, 1996
TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
LOCATION: Trapp Farm Park, 841 Wilderness Run Road
FEE: $1.00 per person
REGISTRATION DEADLINE Just show up! If weather is
questionable call Recreation Happenings at 681 -4670 and press 1 to
determine if this event will still happen.
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 tunes, and other daily information is provided. This line is updated each
weekday. When weekend events require new information for participants, messages are updated as needed.
#2 Upcoming Special Events:
Information concerning activities that will happen in two or three weeks. This line usually features community wide
recreation progratns.
#3 Seasonal Outdoor Facility Information:
An estimate of when the outdoor skating facilities will be ready, status of the tubing hill and shelter building hours are
examples of the messages on this general information line in the winter.
#4 Shelter Building/Facility Reservation Information:
The "how to" of reservations for pavilion, shelter buildings, ballfields, or skating rinks. Subject to the season of the year,
information about the facilities available for reservations will be recorded.
#5 Registration Information:
Look for information concerning mail - in and drop box registration. The availability of Visa/MasterCard is discussed.
ilik Updates on class openings or available space will be provided form time to time.
outh Athletic Association Information:
The hotline telephone numbers for youth athletics are provided as a service to the community.
LI
tour local watmmg shelter, except wtihe
: ka.tevEthSana4
Clearwater Para, 4580 'tlot Knob P
4 `h elte r! ripen uittl 5 +lt p m
5 Ali shehets c1t�sed etc pt
Trapp Earn TuWng' I 4 30
Bride l2tdge 1 2 - 4 30
yHll 1Z .430;
on
Wed;;
24], fox Hockey To urnamr�t at each site
stn a trophy ►,100 p,m until s eham oti
s crown edf Ma your,stte's snow sculpture
4 Sk 44. sees 1 , p ray
Wtn vakiable treats Fi you sae`
snowsctilpture !:
furs ,Dee 28 Snow seulp 114i'4110..1
• a pizza patt$0 0. q04 tn,
Dec 29 :00lonnt contest Show] us court lytitlte
Eagan Winter scene the tie tt . 1`' .10,06
at , Dec 30 €3uessmg contest. Flow many t xngsat tri
the jar2 Will the things,'
Dec':: 31 Shelters open until 500 p,ra
C >r
OUTDOOR SKATING RINKS
The outdoor skating season begins December 21,
weather permitting. Enjoy pleasure skating at all sites.
Some rinks have islands to circumnavigate! You can play
hockey at many sites, as well. Check out a skating
location near you. Schedules are posted at each warming
shelter. Several rinks have reserved times for youth
hockey, adult hockey, broomball, ringette and skating
lessons.
WARMING SHELTER SCHEDULE
Class A Rinks
/Bridle Ridge Park:
Elrene Road at Northview Park Road
/Clearwater Park:
Pilot Knob Road, just north of Cliff Road
/Goat Hill Park:
Lexington just north of Wilderness Run Road
/Quarry Park
Coachman Road, north of Yankee Doodle Road
/Rahn Park:
Sandstone Drive across from Rahn School
/Sky Hill Park:
Blue Cross Road at Blackhawk Road
Monday - Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Noon - 9:00 p.m.
Class B Rinks
/Carnelian Park:
Carnelian Lane at Blackhawk Road
✓Ridgecliff Park:
Covington Lane, west of Johnny Cake Ridge Road
Monday - Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Noon - 9:00 p.m.
/Lexington Park
McKee Street, two blocks east of Lexington
/Pilot Knob Park
Towerview Road, west of Pilot Knob Road
/Woodhaven Park:
Gold Trail, east of Beau D'Rue Drive
Monday - Friday: 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: Noon - 9:00 p.m.
'1.111 0 111111
1 1.
To Sell or Give Away Skates:
Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681-4660, TDD
454-8535, before December 15, 1995. State the brand,
style, size, color and condition. Leave your name and
telephone number.
To Obtain Skates:
Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681-4660, TDD
454-8535, after December 18, 1995. We will try to match
you with someone on our list. The exchange will expire
after January 8, 1996.
Eagan Parks and Recreation is simply providing a
matching service. Skates are not to be brought to our
office. Price and availability are to be determined by
each party.
loo
111
1!1!1111
11 11111 1
SKATE EXCHANGE
1111
j
1111111
11'
�II
��iil�lll
III
01
Winter Vacation Days:
Christmas Eve Day:
ALL RINKS
Open 10:00 a.m.
(December 26, 27, 28, 29)
Open Noon - 4:30 p.m.
l uristmas Day - All shelters closed except:
Trapp Farm Open Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Bridle Ridge Open Noon - 4:30 p.m.
Sky Hill Open Noon - 4:30 p.m.
New Year's Eve Day: Open Noon - 4:300 p.m.
New Years Day: Open Noon - 9:00 p.m.
Check each site for regular and special hours. Warming
shelters will be open during the hours listed unless weather
creates problems such as:
1. A wind chill factor of -25 degrees or colder.
2. Three or more inches of snow have fallen and the ice has
not been cleared.
3. Warm temperatures soften the ice, making the rinks
unskateable.
Call 681-4670 and press 1 to determine if the warming
shelters will be closed.
NEIGHBORHOOD PLEASURE
RINKS
Several pleasure skating rinks are also available
throughout Eagan. There are no warming shelters at
these locations.
/Bur Oaks Park:
Rolling Hills Drive, east of Highway 149
/Evergreen Park:
Lodgepole Drive, west of Pilot Knob Road
✓Highview Park:
Skyline Road, 2 blocks west of Pilot Knob Road
/Country Home Park:
Beam Lane at Egan Avenue
✓Slater Acres Park:
James Street at Slater Road
e.: outt are <;
Monday Thursday 4 00 p m 8 00 p in
l~ Mar::: 4 00 p m :9 30 p
S aturday 100.0am 93Jp.m
D urtng xvnter v weekdays, the s helter:
wtll
Holtda hour
December 24 12 00 noon 4 30 p in
December 25 12 00 noon ;4 30 p to
December 3.:1 1200 noon : :4 30 p m
J anuary l 12 00 noon p
S 00. : !m
`�tl'earher cancellation ruin be stmtlar zo the skating;?
nnk rules for closure Ca11 the Recreation ;;
Hotline;; to determine if the hilt ts.closed .
•
GROUP SNOW TUBING
Beginning December 21, 1995, your group has the
opportunity to reserve the Trapp Farm Park tubing hill for
exclusive use. Specific hours are available Sunday
through Thursday.
Included in the rental are:
/Use of approximately 75 tubes.
/Heated shelter building accommodating
approximately 30 adults.
/A roaring fire.
✓A cup of hot chocolate per person.
/Restrooms.
/Staff to assist your tubing.
Reservation times available:
Sundays: 10:00 a.m. - noon AND 8:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Mondays: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Tuesdays: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesdays: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Thursdays: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Rental fee is:
$25 per hour for groups of 1 to 25 people with an
additional $1 per person for numbers 26 to 100. A
damage deposit of $150 is returned, if groups leave the
park facilities better than they found them.
For more information and to make reservations, contact
Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454-8535.
Reservations must be made at least seven days in advance
during regular office hours.
WARM UP!
Hot chocolate is available at seven warming
shelters in Eagan. For fifty cents, enjoy
steaming cocoa sure to warm you for more
outdoor thrills and chills. Ask the leader on
duty for assistance. Hot and tasty refreshment
will be available at the following sites:
Trapp Farm Tubing Hill
Bridle Ridge Park
Clearwater park
Goat Hill Park
Quarry Park
Rahn Park
Sky Hill Park
What would winter be without a cup of
chocolatey warmth?
TU
B!
e thrill of the bill as:you tnnartube at Trapp
arm Park, 841 Wtldecress Run Road ' Ciltde,; Whtrl an
even join othertubes as you make a run at some fun "'
ed number of tubes are available at the:park
b solutely no sleds toboggan other devlc ate
allowed Innertubes only farts your'toes between runs:
its the park shelter by the hill lint A ctackltng fire wtll get
you ready to bead out for more; fun
The season begins, w¢athe, petmitt #rig, December213
'(Staff avalabiltty and weather may allow for
pre season open hours on weekends
scttt6lem a ftel�l bokey stick.;
toner than an ice ho ckey stiff
ill that is the stae of a tend ns
crease their skating sktlls,le
ttl possibly partiotpate to a
+t�
Rcotttended safety e quip
�ce a d shin end elbow
ors; lxoivez er, protection fro
king to the ice is importatrt
£"arks anti Recreaion, iin
OUTDOOR SKATING LESSONS
Beginners:
"i For the absolute beginner, youth to adult. Skills covered
ncluding falling down safely, getting up, forward glide,
backward glide, snowplow stop, forward and backward
stroking, turning and weaving. Games and drills will keep
the learning fun. Helmets, elbow pads and knee pads are
recommended.
Space is limited and pre - registration is required.
Intermediates:
For all skaters who know the basic skills and want to
improve their skating experience. Skills covered include
improving your forward and backward stride, controlled
turns, edge control, improving starts and stops, forward and
backward crossovers, mohawks, stepouts, t stops, spin stops
and more! Increase your confidence and enjoyment of this
great lifetime sport.
Space is limited and pre - registration is required.
Funstyle:
Have you ever wanted to learn jumps, spins and spirals?
Here's your chance to improve your skating, increase the fun
and try some great moves! Designed for advanced beginners
and intermediates ready to give it a try. Skating games and
more practice with edge control is included, too!
Space is limited and pre - registration is required.
ults:
For all abilities looking to learn and improve their
skating skills. Skaters will be challenged at their own level.
Skills covered can include, but are not limited to, the
information as written above for beginners and
intermediates.
Space is limited and pre - registration is required.
Power Skating Clinics:
Designed primarily for youth playing hockey. Learn to
maximize your stride to skate more efficiently and faster.
Each skater will progress from power turns into power
crossovers, both forward and backward. Learn smooth
transitions from forward to backward and backward to
forward. Fun skill contests with prizes! No sticks or pucks.
Helmets required. A one hour clinic. 6:30 p.m. class is for
ages 9 and younger. 7:45 p.m. class is for ages 10 and older.
Space is limited and pre - registration is required.
DATES AND TIMES:
Thursdays, January 4 - 25
Section 1: 4:15 - 5:00 p.m.
Section 2: 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.
Section 3: 6:15 - 7:00 p.m.
Section 4: 7:15 - 8:00 p.m.
Mondays, January 8 - 29
Section 5: 4:15 - 5:00 p.m.
Section 6: 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.
Section 7: 6:15 - 7:00 p.m.
Section 8: 7:15 - 8:00
Wednesdays, January 10 - 31
Section 9: 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
Section 10: 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Thursdays, February 1- 22
Section 11: 4:15 - 5:00 p.m.
Section 12: 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.
Section 13: 6:15 - 7:00 p.m.
Section 14: 7:15 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 10
Section 15: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Section 16: 7:45 - 8:45 p.m.
Wednesday, lanuary 17
Section 17: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Section 18: 7:45 - 8:45 p.m.
LOCATION: Clearwater Park, 4580 Pilot Knob Road
FEE:
$20.00 per person
$5.00 for Power Skating Clinics
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
Sections 1 - 4:
Sections 5 - 10:
Sections 11 - 14:
Sections 15 - 16:
Sections 17 - 18:
Beginners
Intermediates
Beginners
Adults
Beginners
Intermediates
Beginners
Beginners
Beginners
Funstyle
Beginners
Intermediates
Beginners
Intermediates
Power Clinic
(ages 9 and under)
Power Clinic
(ages 10 and up)
Power Clinic
(ages 9 and under)
Power Clinic
(ages 10 and up)
Tuesday, January 2
Friday, January 5
Tuesday, January 30
Monday, January 8
Monday, January 15
22s
I dividr al classes may a canceled if wer
1. Windchill factor of 25 degrees of col er
2. Three flr more tncltes of snow has f ,ll and,the tin
3
Warta temperatures soften the ice, making the rinks
Call Recreation Happenings 6814670 a nd
er creates
mien
lfv3 teal)
i!5
1011
it
4
WINTER PREPAREDNESS
Heading out on a trip? Going out for a winter trek? Learn
how to prevent problems from blisters to hypothermia.
Anyone spending time outdoors will find this fascinating and
helpful. Participants will learn about preparation, clothing,
equipment, first aid kit design, and what to do if an accident
occurs. All ages and families welcome. Program size is
limited.
DATE: Saturday, January 6, 1996
TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: Lunchroom, Eagan Municipal Center
3830 Pilot Knob Road (enter east doors)
FEE: $3.00 per person.
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Thursday, January 4, 1996
COVE
COVIM
Soow won r you'll have a :good t atter Team how snow ts
n rtiake a " "snort! t cr" to take me: and expo; the
t7utdcx is on a winter nature hike "ltt?re wi l? be a flurry o
funT 1" r youth! ages on tip parents free and encouraged to!
attend > Space is htn ed
Ed
ER
inutti Roan,} 1= gan'iulunicipaente
30 ?ik r 1<ioh li sted ( enter east doors)
uth Parents fre
LOCATIO
5:00 per
I STRATI
DUNE Thursday
NATURE'S WINTER WONDERLAND
Special events for youth and families interested in nature during the winter months.
Don't hibernate, activate! For all programs, dress for the activity and weather conditions.
.8, 1996
ECO- MANIA!
Games galore to help you explore. Non - competitive fun
to learn concepts surrounding ecology. Oh Dear, Camouflage,
Migration Hopscotch, The Web of Life and more! Geared
for youth ages 8 on up as well as teachers, youth leaders and
parents. Space is limited.
DATE: Saturday, February 24, 1996
TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: Community Room, Eagan Municipal Center
3830 Pilot Knob Road (enter east doors)
FEE: $3.00 per person.
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Thursday, February 22, 1996
Take a lv antage of th "+Mira " *ordina d ay ► s w
"hopptn' -i l ve�rythfng you've ever +va� 3 t 0, c v abut.:
frogs and toads Even make a leggy fry cattcherr" if weather
Permits* we'll go :outside and sculpt sn w toads to use for leaf)
frog Huh? For youth! ages 6 on up Parents free an
encouraged to attend. ce is hint
DATE
o
FE
..D
Thursday,etit•ua
Community Ream,
00,,014000$
36311 p!ftatlo Road: {e #ter east doors
y outh. Parettrs free:
FROM A BIRD'S EVE VIEW
Minnesota's winter birds on display. Come watch these
fascinating creatures while we discover and learn about their
feeding, communication and social habits. Bring binoculars
and bird books. For all ages and interests. Space is limited.
Be sure to dress for the weather. This activity is .totally
outdoors. If weather conditions are poor, call 681-4670 and
press 1 to determine if the program will still occur.
DATE: Saturday, March 2, 1996
TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Patrick Eagan Park, 3995 Lexington Avenue
(Just south of Advent United Methodist Church)
FEE: $2.00 per person
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Thursday, February 29, 1996
Mardi
Patents fre
THE 1��Ir 0 L �hl±"
Come di scover the a �arl d of load ::
cha f cl ; web s,
Iier btvores and catni voresE W&11 also se for!- signs of spring
on a nature dtscove hike b`oryout�.x 6i vn up Patents
encoura to atten • Space is lirnttetl ''
DATE: Sunday:,
TI
LO
E
ME
E.GISTRATtON
MO INE < >Tuessda
M
CATIO
E
CATIO
tS
N
N
500
4.00
Per
:00 pin..
Community Room, Eagan lviuiteipal genter
3830 Prot K .b load {enter osst dt ars) .
RE+GLSTt AT10111
DEADLINE: Thursday
•
KIDS CRAFT DAY
Kids ages 6 to 10 will make fun crafts to take home. With the
Holidays coming up, you might want to give your craft as a gift.
We will even help you wrap itl Join the fun.
• Register early! Space is limited.
Lustig" Lid
DATE: Saturday, December 9, 1995
TIME: 1:00.4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road
FEE: $5.50
(includes all supplies, refreshments and supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: December 8, 1995
SECTION 2:1
DATE: Saturday, December 16, 1995
TIME: 9:00 a.m. -Noon
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue
FEE: $5.50
(includes all supplies, refreshments and supervision
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: December 15, 1995
ar
ved o kte c1
Ott Wo 's ILrel
an e'
�h c linics.
(ti0
safety co ncerr�S'1 i ll be f'ost etcd. 1
errrphasized. The la te key I rt io
1rnplicatin 0
r
nmun
Adoltrits tration Bud
$ Pilot Cnp R oa d ; ;
! 1I
11
FEE:
i
i
ROLLERSKATING /PIZZA
Kids, ages 6 to 12, join us for a fun day as we
venture to Circus in Burnsville, then it's off to
Skateville for an afternoon of rollerskating. The fee
includes pizza, beverage, 13 game tokens, admission,
transportation and supervision. In -line skates may be
worn at Skateville. Space is limited. Register early!
DATE: Wednesday, December 27, 1995
TIME: Depart: 10:45 a.m.
Return: 4:00 p.m.
BUS PICK -UP LOCATION:
Eagan Municipal Center (east entrance)
3830 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: $13.00 per person
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Tuesday, December 26 at Noon
BUS PICK - UP LOCATION:
Eagan Civic Arena
3870 Pilot Knob Road
IIiIIi 1111 i;
' ijli4!I IIIIV
I�I Ij`h��il
DOWNHILL SKIING AT
WELCH VILLAGE
Take advantage of President's Day and join us at the slopes
of Welch Village. Welch Village is located forty miles
southeast of the Twin Cities between Hastings and Red Wing
and has an excellent variety of slopes for all levels of skiing.
Participants should bring extra money to buy refreshments
and must provide their own lunch.
WHO: 8 years of age and up. Those under 8 must be
accompanied by an adult.
DATE: Monday, February 19, 1996
TIMES: Depart: 8:00 a.m. Return: 4:30 p.m.
Lift Ticket Only $30.00
Lift Ticket & Rental Equipment $45.00
(all prices include transportation and chaperon)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Tuesday, February 14, 4:00 p.m.
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
December 11, 1995. Children who participated in Tiny
Tots during the Fall 1995 session may re -enter the
program until 3:00 PM on Friday, December 1, 1995.
DATES:
Monday/Wednesday: January 3 - March 13, 1996
(No class Jan. 15 & Feb 19)
Tuesday/ Thursday: January 2 - March 7, 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, December 27, 1995
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 December 11, 1995. Children who
participated in Friday Friends during the Fall 1995
session, may re -enter the program until 3:00 p.m. on
Friday, December 1, 1995.
DATES: Fridays, January 5 - March 9, 1996
TIMES: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
i
"' LOCATION:
Section 1:
Section 2:
FEE: $45.00
Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road
Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, December 29, 1995
11 .polpii 1
G i
1.110, uli l 1 �IIIIIU
li it m 1, Jo! it I I
I ,L lllll llla .i ill !lilt r i,
t
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...
DATES: Wednesdays, January 3 - March 6, 1996
TIMES: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave
FEE: $45.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 27, 1995
CAMP TINY TOTS
Come and see what Tiny Tots is all about. Openings are still
available in some sections. Crafts, games, songs, socialization, a
light snack and fun are all planned. Come see what it's all about.
Space is limited. Register soon!
SECTION 3:
DATES: Mon. and Wed., December 11 and 13, 1995
TIME: 9:30 a.m. - Noon
LOCATION: Goat Hill Shelter Building
4391 Lexington Avenue
FEE: $11.00 per Section
SECTION 4:
DATES: Tues. and Thurs., December 12 and 14, 1995
TIME: 9:30 a.m. - Noon
LOCATION: Goat Hill Shelter Building
4391 Lexington Avenue
$11.00 per Section
FEE:
, . t I
' DUI
"1"111111i'
.� . 1....
I y I 1 1
I"�IP111e
e .'. II
1 1 I ' .
11 II
Oil
i1
'.. U l
1 I
00i
1
T'II'
IIII1 ill l'i � m
: i1M p u1
1�NI illi 1111
i jli ' I 'I I II x'1 1 ' IIi
W 1u
lW0140 1111111
1111
' III
11 � I�
1 illil1� Il 11 :
i 11 ..
�.
11111'11116.*: PTY # L
F'4reAdret�li�tt'a{t�ori �ttilrla�,
I i 1:1 I I
11111 p1
401
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 teaming 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
January 3 - March 13, 1996
(No class January 15 and February 19)
LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park
3990 Elrene Road
FEE: $140.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 27, 1995
I1n iiil lit 1 1 1 1,4 - IN iili I p 1, 10,1 l I1
k , i: i i ' i til 1 ;'' 1 1 1 , 1
!t$ ildciul I ,iMrlo 1'N! l
40 'i'l
,,00 b ttlaltli tt: 'ol' l' i!n M4 1 �1
con tot brill iota s, �4 0 N t o + 1 ;I,
��tt,�, ����!!,, �y�i i � ,� i � i � i i � I � N II !1
IpM�m1X1 glfl th h i I:o �IIIIIM"0lll ' Mr fA �A 'I,1 1'I
1 I I � I I �� ”' �IM i � 'A�''!; l 111 11!11
1 1 1 11 I: 1 1'
i I I! p I III ,IIII n 4 ,„,„, 111111 , 1111 , 111 , 111
! � 1 I 11 I� 1 I � I 11 I
I I II �y �y�y{ 1 h l Ij t ph„ I'I 11 011111!
1
I � �i�:�� I nw 1 q I qMj� !� 1I , 11! � I
1 11: Iiul�� Iui it IIIII11�f1!Il�i.u) ! X11 ��1 �
r� io. i tly I 4 y •y�i Iy ��y; II I ! I I!I
ComI NMI l yM th it ' 0, 1iTI I q I 'l l : '' * Nry�'Mh� � 1 1
pteas call l 'ioiGll 54M,
OLDIANI:Qll l?Or :!
l�des sdldon ull !rty gong I ke n T tty
t e th €'otin, ,purr ' a feww ew only tc _.
Tire 1.1/2. hour l ait y will > v tt t prese 1
opening, cake and; juice drink.
. u_ i s1d:1i'f p!A t
d -1O YEAt OL 12 )
is 2 hou r pity allows l rr !ctea:t vRt mil l'un
! gists wail desig and rake tlael{r own Je ora,ticd
t shirt lay a snag fabric p�! iris and tie dye The
part Nil l rid wit l srescrr openin cake; attd .
lut4e dru r
LOCT'IO
E Party► #1
11
Maxxlnwm I2 pslaru l .
INI� Y1 II 1,,,,,,Ii__ II I'q,,,iii 11it 1111 i light
II:
FITNESS ANC FUN FOR
TH KLE.. YLBK Q1►Ub
Three year olds will enjoy a (tort; social mer
acttwttfes designed especially fc r tam The glass will l r
exposure to hnld prat wtcli a variety of gam a n4 �N
r N
etttptiten.E
Each class works on a progressive level ac rdl i
etc t s ablllt lxteMt tttg ilk : 0lxd14 snot
to d recttons, lmptovtng eoo!dr ton and l~111�+t I �'' I a, 1,
for the prctgtatn IN { g l {N INYr
Parents ruill be asked to volunteer to help for one c
Children should dress m tennis shoes and cloths
I
play: This program runs (ox 45 minutes wht h fxatt#xd
be optimum' instruction timefor ibis age group- , :Ilr�!IGNX rµ
I k i r�,
DATE Fri da y s, January 5 . February 2) 199 cl
TIMES: 9 15 tO :OO a.tu
LOCATION 1"lreAdmmistration c..: ntnimutyl
3795 Ftiot nob Road 1 :11::
' :11_:1 0,:_., .:II,..
F`ee $2p 00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE. Friday, December 2'9,1995
Iluil'' Ij1 { 1 11 �I 1 � ' '1 ( III 11 :,1
1::1:11,:1.11 11u ili�l! 1 �i 11 I:: �� iI I 1I 1
Four and five year olds will experience many different game
activities designed especially for them. Each class works on a
progressive level according to each child's abilities.
Cooperation, positive play experience and having fun are the
emphasis for the program.
The class will include exposure to traditional game activities,
parachute play as well as sports activities. A parent's day will
be held sometime during the session. Children should dress in
tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Children must be 4 or
5 years old by the first class.
DATES: Fridays, January 5 - February 23, 1996
TIMES: 10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
LOCATION: Fire Administration Building,
Community Room, 3795 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: $20.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, December 29, 1995
II,!I,al,lil!!!!{ilI
GAMES KIDS PLAY
ill
{Tai
!{i
iI
i{I
II
11
11. 1''111!111111!!1
PLAY WITH ME
Come and play for an afternoon with a 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. Ridin
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, January 8 - March 11, 1996
(No class January 15 & February 19)
LOCATION: Rahn Park Building
4425 Sandstone Drive
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 27, 1995
a IINP ! NIII� q l
i t 11 1 ii I N 0duil
it I II 1
111 '111 ul 11 1 1I 1111 p
h pll�lld6p
ry „, 1 ' 1
IIN ' I118'I
1111 fi 110 h 1 I I I�11 , ' b11
N
I lu p
411111111,u' t p q � �q II it I!I�IIN Il11 'I ,11
IN II!
I l ry I ry� pp '' �o
IIINI ( I I - '' i Ili
11 iii':,
i4
II 141
Nj ii Ii iliill!
Mill i lly �ilN idulhb i �11 1
��
f tNNI 1111 ;
I �l lim I � N
II I
„ !INI�I 1 , 1 011111P ul �Ili I I IIIQ I
1 4111„ q! iill� 1114
NWT'. Ih, N 1°11 NIIiI,� 11111! 11 IIk
1 P11I11 a8 1i lII�INIIHlll i1 11111I11I „ �DVl
lill' 1114II 1111111 I ' I1Ii1NIIIQ i 1441
NhI It11111i1111111 I il'IiF 1111 III
IIIII! i!lll
H!1II110IN 1
!
Anmeni
iIr I' lily Di Nlr.: I
• 1 0
II
1
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 skill development, balance,
coordination and flexibility through action songs,
rhymes, finger plays, games, crafts and parent
discussions. A great way for parents to meet other
parents and for children to socialize while learning.
DATES: Fridays, January 5 - February 23, 1996
TIMES: 9:30 - 10:45 AM
LOCATION: Rahn Park Building
4425 Sandstone Drive
FEE: $25.00 /pair
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 27, 1995
SUMMER PICNIC
RESERVATIONS
li
The Department of Parks and Recreation will begin
accepting 1996 picnic reservations on January 2, 1996.
The facilities typically reserved are the pavilions at
Trapp Farm and Thomas Lake Parks, several park shelter
buildings and sun shelters. The new Blackhawk Park
pavilion may be ready for mid - summer reservations.
Reservations will be accepted on a first come, first
served basis. Half day and full day reservations are
available. Resident rental fees for pavilions and shelter
buildings are $65 per 1/2 day, $95 per full day. The fee
for non - resident individuals and corporations is $85 per
1/2 day, $115 per full day. A damage deposit of $150
is required. The sun shelter rental fee is $30; non-
resident $50. Facility reservations are subject to state
sales tax.
To reserve a facility, you may call Parks and
Recreation at 681-4660, TDD 454-8535, beginning
anuary 2. A preliminary telephone reservation will be
held for 48 hours. All fees must be paid within the 48
hour time period. Payment secures the reservation.
If your group has specific dates in mind, reservations
can be processed in full on January 2. Parks and
Recreation office hours are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM,
Monday through Friday.
•
EAGAN SENIORS
Eagan Seniors meet several times each month to
visit with longtime friends, to welcome new seniors
the community, and to participate in social
ctivity.
Horne 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.
WALK AND BIKE CLUB
l he South of the River Recreators co sponsor a
Walk and Bike Club for all. ages acid abilttres
Burnsville, Eagan l arming on, l.akcvtlle, t osemai nt
and;Savageiparticipate to this program For $2 00
annual metibershtp! pet person, you receive a
quar newslett quarterly events and awards for
the incentive program
The incentive
achieved
progi
5..0 miles:- lapel pun
1:00: miles - .water bottle
300 miles fanny pack
500 miles t -shirt
1,000 miles swe atshirt
am offers awards for milestones
•
Miles are accumulated as long as you are a
member. Stationary bicycle and treadmill'miles
count as well! Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation
to jotil.
The winter quarter event will be cross country
skiing at Terrace Oaks Park in Burnsvil ::Wrung a'
snack to share. Rental skiis are available :. Meet from
:00. to 3 00I p m , Sunday, January 1 Terrace Oaks .
rk is lo on County Road 11 one half mule
s outh of Burnsville Parkway
55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING
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 those 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 February 12 & 13, 1996
RefresherSeminar February 20, 1996
TIME: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
LOCATION: Community Room
Eagan Municipal Center
3830 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: $8.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, Friday, February 9, 1996
4:00 PM, Friday, February 16, 1996
tnti Task, fore;
5 to deve a
to
e, ba rn a
bill
c a di ection s d ter tttaecl,
pair buildi
offeringtitr
t ding a€t
.vc.at tnti
cont ct l
6
CROSS COUNTRY SKI LESSONS
FOR ADULTS
The air is crisp, the snow goes crunch, and you can see
your breath before your face. The instructor urges you to
practice the herringbone up a gentle slope. The class laughs
at the sit marks in the snow Learning how to cross country
ski builds confidence. The skills you gain will be there for
you each season. Sunday afternoon ski excursions, weekend
ski trips and a new outlook on winter are benefits you could
find from learning how to cross country ski.
The lessons are designed for beginners. You may use your
own equipment or rent skis, boots and poles. All class
sections are appropriate for those who have never skied, as
well as for those who havc made previous attempts on their
own.
The first class meeting will be held indoors at the class
time listed. These sessions meet in the Community Room at
the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. The
two outdoor sessions will be held at Lebanon Hills Regional
Park at the Schultz Lake Ski Trial.
Space is limited and pre - registration is required.
DATES: Saturdays, January 6, 13, and 20, 1996
TIME: Section I: 9:30 - 10:45 AM
Section II: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Section III: 12:30 - 1:45 PM
FEE: $25.00 with own equipment
$40.00 with rental equipment
(indicate height, weight and shoe size)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Tuesday, January 2, 1996
will best; accent your hotne What plants rued Iartg
Whai shrubs >toleraee shade?: Have tall will (iits
grow?
Learn the;answers; to these questions and more frotn
Drat a 13vlat icr, a c rttfted landscaper and urserytnan
Compare the layout<of your hotne tc' various ct�tnpleted
landscapes Then )lave thefun of designing for yourself
;Space is lirrnited and pre registrat=ion fs required.
tut' da y, February 17, 199
COL .?RI;I I M Alit im d desi
Cnn
Saturday February 17, 1996
00
3 00;PM
1
{STRATION
DLINE: Monday, February 12, 1996
M ruttnunty Room
Fag Mu Ccnt
3 830 Pilot Kttob<Road
CROSS COUNTRY SKI
TRAILS
Cross - country skiers are invited to kick and glide
on the flat, herringbone up the hills, and schuss down
the other side on groomed trails in Eagan parks. The
beginner, novice and more experienced skiing
enthusiast will be challenged on Eagan's trails.
NORTHVIEW PARK
A beginner trail will loop around the pond,
behind the tennis courts and back to the point of
departure. The groomed trail will take advantage of
gentle slopes and flat surfaces. The skier will
experience warmth from the shelter of the woods and
the brisk air of open space. The park is located on
Northview Park Road, east of Lexington Avenue, 1/2
mile north of Diffley Road.
The south parking lot will provide convenient
parking for skiers who venture onto this trail.
THOMAS LAKE PARK
Groomed trails will provide cross country skiers
with the opportunity to ski the half mile Native
Prairie loop which traverses gentle slopes, flat
stretches and the openness of the prairie.
A second alternative is to ski the scenic, wooded
lakeside trail which is more rugged, yet skiable, even
for the beginner. A circle route is formed by kicking
and gliding north along the trail adjacent to Thomas
Lake Road then heading east on the Highline Trail
back to the park.
Ample parking is available in the Thomas Lake
parking lot which is located west of Pilot Knob
Road, 3/4 mile south of Diffley Road.
PATRICK EAGAN PARK
Two miles of trail over variable terrain await the
cross country skier. The trail begins with a steep
down slope, after that the skier will find scenic flats
and rolling hills. At several points on the trail you
will experience being "in the woods." This trail
provides a good workout!
The park is located west of Lexington Avenue, 1/2
mile north of Diffley Road. The trail head is readily
accessible from the parking area.
BLACKHAWK PARK
Cross country skiing returns to Blackhawk Park.
Access to groomed trails can be made from the
parking lot off Murphy Parkway or from Palisade
Way at Riverton Avenue.
Two miles of looped trails meander over variable
terrain. You may elect to follow the trail around the
east end of the lake, across the narrow bridge, and
short cut directly back to your starting point. Or you
may take the long way back, herringboning up hill
toward Riverton Avenue.
This trail provides an excellent workout and som
breathtaking views.
W INTER VOLLEYBALL
LEAGUES
Registration for winter volleyball leagues is
complete. If you are not on a team and wish to
be placed on the available players list, you may
do so by calling Parks and Recreation at 681-
4660.
B EN'S BOOBA
Parks acid Re eat on offers testa b rnb aali
r inen Bath leagues w ill ;be sanctic)ned and
11 be played on Sund or M e venings: ,
GAME TIMES: 6 U4, 7: and 8 p.r
LOG AT(
ONtuarryPark
33 Coachman, Road
STRAT(OM
Returning t
Ncw teams
5 seven Baines pla ned
Organize your friends for a recreational league
on ice. Slide and shoot while having fun to boot!
This league is for players who want to exercise,
have fun and enjoy playing boot hockey with
friends. Many issues will be discussed at the
MANDATORY managers meeting Thursday,
December 28, at 8:00 p.m. in the Municipal
Center. Space is limited. Priority is given to
teams consisting primarily of players who live or
work in Eagan. Registration materials are
available by contacting Eagan Parks and
Recreation at 681-4660 (TDD 454-8535).
DATE: SATURDAYS! Jan. 6 - Feb. 17, 1996
(weather permitting)
TIME: Game times are
9:00, 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park,
4391 Lexington Avenue
FEE: $155
WR EGISTRATION:
Returning Teams: December 11 - 15, 1995
New Teams December 18 - 22, 1995
ven
Regtstrait rtnforrmation is av ail able b 7 eo rtt a c
Parrks a crd Recie a t ion at 6 81. 46611 1 454
A: M : NC ATt R'Y' m anagersrae e u is scheduled f
Th ursday, i cernber 211, at :30 p r� f or clay
I caite 7 ,1 5 p tzt fcr M ar t
TEA
GI
BOOT HOCKEY
ed the f ast pa ct ac€ltm and
A gld its
.king or slap sho t ar+e allowed.
table by cone
0454-8535). A A N Avd:
l aled 1for Wednesday I exctx be
TEA1 F ED: 75
CO -REC BROOM BALL
Friday evening is reserved for wild and wacky fun. Co -Rec
Broomball is offered and co- sponsored by the Burnsville and
Eagan Parks and Recreation Departments. Your team must meet
three pre - requisites in order to play: enjoyment of wintry
outdoors, ability to laugh and the capacity to have a good time.
Managers of prospective teams should contact Eagan Parks
and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) for registration
information. Individuals and couples wishing to be on an
available players list should also contact Parks and Recreation.
A MANDATORY managers meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, December 20, 7:00 p.m. in the Bumsville Civic
Center, 100 Civic Center Drive. Space is limited.
DATE: Fridays, Jan. 5 - Feb. 2, 1996
(weather permitting)
GAME TIMES: 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 p.m.
LOCATIONS:
Burnsville:
Eagan:
TEAM FEE:
North River Hills Park, 19th Avenue
Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive
$155 (five games planned)
REGISTRATION:
Returning Teams: November 27 - December 1, 1995
New Teams: December 4 - 8, 1995
Teams must consist primarily of players who
Live or work in Eagan.
WINTER 3 -MAN BASKETBALL
Enjoy the excellent workout and fun competition of
this recreational, unofficiated league. This year we will
be offering two leagues: a competitive league and a
recreational league. Both leagues are on Wednesday
evenings in school gyms. Ten games are planned, full
court. League size is limited to eight competitive and
eight recreational teams. A MANDATORY managers
meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 3, at 6:30
p.m. in the Municipal Center. Contact Parks and
Recreation for registration information.
Space is limited.
DATE: January 10 - April 10, 1996
TIME: Wednesday evenings
Game times are 6:15, 7:15, 8:15 and 9:15 p.m.
LOCATION: Black Hawk Middle School
Dakota Hills Middle School
Woodlands Elementary
Thomas Lake Elementary
Pinewood Elementary
TEAM FEE $75
WINTER 5 -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 and Recreation for registration information.
League space is limited. A MANDATORY managers
meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 3, at 7:15
p.m. in the Municipal Center.
DATE: January 10, 11 - April 10, 18, 1996
TIME: Wednesday evening game times at
6:15, 7:15, 8:15 and 9:15 p.m.
Thursday evening game times at
6:15, 7:15, 8:15 and 9:15 p.m.
LOCATION: Dakota Hills Middle School
Black Hawk Middle School
TEAM FEE: $321 (10 games)
REGISTRATION:
Returning Teams: December 11 - 15, 1995
New Teams December 18 - 27, 1995
Teams must consist of players who live or work
within Eagan or School District 196.
REGISTRATION:
Returning Teams: December 11 - 15, 1995
New Teams: December 18 - 27, 1995
Priority is given to teams consisting of players who live
or work in Eagan or School District 196.
C{ ACHES CERTIFIC.EI
The Department of Parks and R
or j urtctic n with t Eagan Athletic
.or ducts Coaches C`,ertifica €ton inic
ltntcs;areoffered toy uthc aches iu 11
following spot €s basketball, baseball, sofcb
soccer, track and f aotbal 1. ! The s ubjec t mat
the •clinic videotapes itaclde: discussion co
National Standards foryouth sports, the
role model; first aid, maximizing athletic .'
performance and legal liabtliiy. The first y+
certiftcatioti program also includes skill tap±
aresporrt specific
; Approximately 300 yoi tlx coat s atten+
clinics in 1995.
(ONAL YOUTH SPQR
E C HES ASSOC(AT O
ADULT SUMMER SOFTBALL
LEAGUES
It's not too early to TH IN K SOFTBALL!!
Organize your team now for the 1996 season. Adult
softball leagues are directed by Eagan Parks and
Recreation. Registration material will be available after
February 1, 1996. Returning teams have priority
registration beginning in March. New teams register in
mid -March on a first come, first served, space available
basis. Contact Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD
454 -8535) after February 1, 1996.
SOFTBALL LEAGUES OFFERED:
Women's C, D Monday Evenings
Men's Open Thursday Mornings
Men's C Mon., Tues., Wed. Evenings
Men's D/E Mon., Tues., Wed. Evenings
Men's Corporate Thursday Evenings
Men's 35/40 and Over Thursday Evenings
Co -Rec 11/12" Sun., Tues., Fri. Evenings
and Wednesday Mornings
Co -Rec 14" Friday Evenings
Afterno O en
Skatin
ztda+ys sad Th
: ber 12 - !Februar 9, 1
12:45p -1:45 pm
Open Freestyle
Skating
Tuesdays and Thursdays
December 12 - February 29, 1996
7:00 am -8:30 am
$4.00 per person
FIGURE SKATERS ONLY
NO HOCKEY INSTRUCTION
i ll
Eagan Civic Arena
Open Skating Sessions
The Civic Arena will offer open skating through Sunday, March 3. This will be recreational skating only.
Absolutely no sticks or pucks will be allowed.
Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday
6:30.8:30 pm. 6:30.8:30 pm 7:30 - 9:30 pm 1:00 - 3:00 p m
Fees: Adults: $3.00 per 2 hour session Students: $2.00 per 2 hour session
Rental Skates $2.00 per pair. Skate Rental is available at the Civic Arena.
Limited sizes are available on a first come first serve basis.
Skate Sltarpen
erring will b
the Civic Are
:day through F
5:00 - 10:00
:tday and Sind
8 :00- 8 :00''
r (ce R ent
lce time tray be rente at the La C
Arena for hockey, figure skatin b trthda
part ies,; business groups et c.
To reserve ice time.
P lease call Todd Burka
Civic Arena Manager
6 -1 100
il)
There is no crossover from the Smalls and Talks
class to the Saturday class.
Progression of advancement will be made
within the Smalls and Talks class.
SMALLS AND TALLS
The SMALLS are children, through
kindergarten and younger and the TALLS are
adults ( parents /sitters /firends /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: Wednesdays, Jan. 10 - Feb. 21
TIMES: 11:00 am. - 11:30 am
11:30 am. - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm 1:30 pm
COST: 2/$55.00
!I
3RD FAMILY SKATER
Age Birthdate
Highest ISIA Test Passed
Highest USFSA Test Passed
ENROLL ME IN:
Class Time: $
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:
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
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:
Charge my _ Visa _ MasterCard
Name on Card:
Card Number:
Signature
L Parent or Participant Signature
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:
Class Time:
$
Total: $
Exp.Date
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
NTS
Pa rticipants in the Fall 1995 session of skating lessons have been offered +apapv
session o 'skating lessons. Participants new to sk ating lessons can begin registering i
IMlunicipal Center. Because we are not able to expand skating lessens at this nine p1
filled before December 18. T"Ixe registration deadline for skating lessons is i) • lx
registration deadline.
Parents are invited and encouraged to watch their children participate in sk ating;
the ice with their child unless they have registered for the Smalls and
have a difficult time separating from their parents. If you feel that your child trtay tx
l esson without a parent present you may want to consider participating in a :Sntalls a
skating sessions with your child. We want your skating experience to be FLIsT.
of
let
t�l ditti,
N
L
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 awrded to each participant.
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 taught by professional instructors and limited to
approximately 12 skaters per class.
DATES: Saturdays, January 6, - February 23, 1996
TIME: See appropriate class description and schedule on pages 19, 21 and 22.
COST: $55.00
REGISTRATION: 1995 Fall Participants will have the opportunity to register early for the 1996 Winter Session
New Registrations will begin on December 18, 1995 on a space available basis.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, December 22, 1995
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
9:45 - 10:15 am
10:15 - 10:45 am
10:45 -11:15 am
11:15 - 11:45 am
PRE - HOCKEY
TINYTOTS3&4
LESSON TIMES
9:45 - 10:15 am
10:15 - 10:45 am
10:45 - 11:15 am
11:15 - 11:45 am
Designed for the beginning hockey player who needs to
develop his skating skills before game playing. Balance
and self - confidence are stressed. Players must have passed
Pre -Alpha or have the capability.
LESSON TIMES
11:45 am -12:15 pm
EAGAN SKATING SCHOOL
NEW EAGAN CIVIC ARENA
Once you can walk; you can learn to skate!
Have Fun! Make New Friends!
Great Family Activity and Exercise!
ADULTS
LESSON TIMES
10:15-10:45 am
Keep fit - -have fun! Get out and skate
with other adults. If you've always wanted to
leam to skate, this class is for you. Designed
to team skating fundamentals through
advanced levels using basic skills program
listed above. Class divided according to
ability. Work at your own pace. Great
exercise!
LESSON TIMES
10:15-10:45 am
11:15-11:45 am
11:45-12:15 pm
1111111 11! !�I; 11 11II '!ii X1 .1111'
ty4e
4rwe
GAM MA /DELTA
! �G e.a 1 II IIr n. � l
!ilt, Ill! i�11111�1g1�i111� l 11i1!1, i
II!i Ill.�lIlllIllJJl'1 Ilii1 1111 112!;11111111 1
� II f Psi IV �����
loll I 1 i ( !1 I I X11111 1 ;ll u �nl1212
I1 �aL il.ml.1 , I �lao1 aliuw
If you've passed Beta and below or possess the capability.
Skaters taught hockey stops, mohawk turns with
combination steps and 3 -turns (both directions).
Pre freestyle level for those who have passed Gamma and
below or has 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.
BETA
For the skater who has passed Alpha or has the
capability. Learn backward stroking and
crossovers (both directions) along with
T -stops are taught.
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
tha1alxninn axl t11:Ukeptq dzirelad. 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 nice 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.
LESSON TIMES
9:45-10:15 am
10:45-11:15 am
11:45-12:15 pm
12:15-12:45 pm
1111 11
I' _ 1I _!I i,.il'C9
Experience
an
City of Eagan
•:' Grand Opening &
Dedication Celebra
at your Municipal C
Police Facility Dece
e
December 1995
Volume 1 No. 4
a
The official newsletter
2
I On the Cover:
Eagan Police Celebrate
30 Years of Service
In 1965 Minnesotans were cheering as the Beatles
invaded, jeering as their boys were sent to Viet Nam,
and watching closely as the new Mustangs rolled off
the line at the Ford plant. This was also the year that
the Eagan Police Department was formed.
Much has changed in those 30 years according to
Eagan Police Chief Pat Geagan, who started as an
Eagan officer in 1970. "In '65 Eagan staffed a part -
time police force, everything was still pretty rural out
here. Cedar Grove and McKee were the only residential
developments and there were just a few businesses
along Highways 13 and 55." Most of the calls that the
2 police officers, Chief Martin Des Lauriers and Donn
Smith received, according to Geagan, had to do with
horses and cows being loose, or an accident on one of
the gravel roads. "Once in a while they got a bigger
case or a large accident on one of the county roads.
Speeds were pretty fast so accidents were often severe."
Several more officers were hired as Eagan's population
increased. By 1969 Eagan had eight officers who
worked in shifts between 6 a.m. and 2 a.m. "When we
were done with a shift at 2 a.m. we'd take the squad
car home and the County would call us at home if
necessary," said Geagan. "Sometimes we would go 5 to
6 days without a call. In 1995 we have received
between 100 and 150 calls per day."
Although Eagan's population has grown from just over
10,000 residents in 1965 to over 57,000 now, the
crime rate has not kept pace. According to Geagan,
State crime statistics show your chance of becoming a
victim of a crime is no greater today than it was in
1975. "Most other cities of this size have a much
higher crime rate than Eagan. Our department
recently was rated 'extremely high' in the quality of
service poll produced by KARE -TV and the Pioneer
Press ."
Eagan's first Police Chief Martin DesLauriers and staff, Gin
Knight (L) and Marlene Adam are shown here in 1970, in the
1st Police Station, now the Fire Administration Building.
-- Front cover photo is the dispatch center today, with a cross
section of the Police staff (front to back) Officer Jim Thielen,
Communications Supervisor Kathey Bartel; Dispatcher Nancy
Ingerson; Captian Rick Swanson; Detective Sergeant Jeff
Johnson; Chief Pat Geagan and Detective Jennifer Wills.
Today Eagan has 55 full -time sworn officers, and 26
civilian employees. "Our department has highly skilled
people. Many officers have undergraduate degrees plus
3 -4 months of specialized police training. We also have
a diverse department which comes very close to matching
our overall community makeup," says Geagan.
As a part of the 30 -year anniversary celebration and the
grand opening of the new facilities, the Police will be
dedicating a "memorial wall" to remember those officers,
past, present and future and especially Officer Lou Jeska
who gave his life while serving the community. Please
join us on Saturday, December 9, for this very special
Celebration and Dedication!
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
Sandra Masin
Shawn Hunter
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.
• 1 BUILDING COMMUNITY
•
COME SEE YOUR NEW
MUNICIPAL CENTER
CITY FACILITIES
OPEN HOUSE
SATURDAY, DECEMBERS,
9:00 a.m. until Noon
This is the time of year to throw open your doors and
invite everyone in. That is precisely what the Eagan
City Council and staff will be doing on Saturday,
December 9, when the new Police Department and
remodeled City Hall are dedicated to the citizens of
Eagan.
You are invited to take time out of your busy holiday
schedule and get a first look at your new City facilities
on Saturday morning. The celebration will begin
with a dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting at
9:00 a.m. followed by an open house and
refreshments. The Council and staff will be available
to answer questions about the facilities as you tour
both buildings. In addition, guests can visit the newly
opened Civic Arena at the same location.
The Municipal Center project has been built in two
phases. The first phase, the 29,300 square foot Police
Department, was completed and occupied in April.
It houses the City's patrol, detective, dispatch, holding
and administration activities. It replaces the City's
previous Police facility which was built in 1978 and
was sized to accommodate the needs of a city of 35,000
people. With Eagan's population currently exceeding
57,000 residents, the expanded facility is a welcome
addition to the community. The new building cost
$3.8 million dollars to complete.
Once the Police Department was finished,
the second phase of the project began.
This consists of the remodeling of the old
City Hall and Police building and a 7,800
square foot expansion to accommodate
the City's administrative functions
including Engineering, Parks and
Recreation, Community Development,
Finance and Administration.
The new City Hall comprises 32,500
square feet and offers direct customer
access to the each of the City
departments. The building also includes
a new main entrance, community room,
expanded meeting space and a new
Council Chambers which can be
approached from the south on Civic
Center Drive. Together, the remodeling and expansion
cost just over $3 million dollars.
The two facilities have been sized to meet the City's
Police and administrative needs through at least 2010.
In designing the buildings, the City has paid special
attention to user friendliness,
durability and energy
conservation to ensure that
taxpayers are getting the best
and most efficient service
possible.
.O • • ti• •• .:.
The new
Eagan City
Hall & Police
Facility will
be dedicated
to you - -our
residents- -
on Saturday,
December 9.
Come and
take a look
around!
•+••••••••+++
The City Council paid for the
improvements using the City's
Community Investment Fund,
which is made up of investment
income from prepaid assessments
during the City's period of rapid
growth. This fund was
established by the'Council to
provide for necessary community
wide facilities and
improvements. As such, the
building project required neither
an increase in property taxes nor
future bonding obligations for
the City's taxpayers.
You are invited to come and celebrate the opening of
your new Municipal. Center. We look forward to
seeing you there.
The walk -up counters at City Hall are user friendly so
customers can be served more effectively by City staff.
Cherry! Mesko, Parks & Recreation Secretary, looks at
skating programs with Renee Sorenson and daughter
Jacqueline
3
4
A CHANCE TO GET INVOLVED
Advisory Boards and
Commission Openings
You can become involved in your city government by
applying for a position on one of the City's six Advisory
Commissions or Committees. A number of
appointments are made annually to each of the
following commissions and committees:
ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION
The Advisory Planning Commission meets the fourth
Tuesday of each month to review development plans,
zoning applications, comprehensive guide plan
amendments, usage permits and to make
recommendations to the City Council.
ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND
NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
The Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources
Commission meets the first Thursday of each month to
advise the City Council regarding park dedication by
developers, purchase of additional park land,
development of existing park land, recreation programs
and protection and enhancement of Eagan's natural
resources.
CABLE COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION
The Cable Communications Commission meets the
second Thursday of each month to oversee the
administration of the joint Burnsville /Eagan cable
television system.
AIRPORT RELATIONS
COMMITTEE
The Airport Relations Committee
meets the second Tuesday of each
month to review airport issues
within the City of Eagan and to
recommend airport related policy to
the City Council. Residents from
airport noise affected
neighborhoods and representatives
from the business community are
especially encouraged to apply to
this committee.
The City of Eagan is
an Affirmative Action
Equal Opportunity
Employer
0
OD
r
m
- o
0
c
m
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION
The Economic Development Commission regularly
meets the fourth Thursday of each month to review
policies and issues pertaining to economic development
and redevelopment in the City of Eagan. Members
each represent different categories of business interests.
Applicants must either reside in or do business in the
City of Eagan.
SOLID WASTE ABATEMENT
COMMISSION
The Solid Waste Abatement Commission regularly
meets the fourth Tuesday of each month to review
waste management issues /policies which include the
Eagan recycling program. Members include business
and hauling community representatives and residents.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Present appointees to commissions and committees
may apply for reappointment and will be given
consideration by the City Council, along with all other
applicants. Residents of Eagan who wish to apply to
serve on one of these commissions should fill out a
background information form, available at the
Municipal Center, or by calling 681 -4601. The
deadline for submitting this form is December 28,
1995. Interviews are tentatively scheduled to be held
the evening of Tuesday, January 9, 1996.
Appointments will be made at the January 16, 1996
City Council meeting.
Monthly program schedule of City meetings on
cable channel 16:
CITY COUNCIL Cablecast Live
Recablecast
Recablecast
PARK & REC
COMMISSION
CABLE
COMMISSION
PLANNING
COMMISSION
AIRPORT
RELATIONS
COMMISSION
Cablecast Live
Recablecast
Recablecast
Cablecast Live
Recablecast
Recablecast
Cablecast Live
Recablecast
Recablecast
Cablecast Live
Recablecast
Recablecast
I st & 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.
Meeting & playback times subject to change — please check
Channel 16 for current programming schedules.
*This meeting is especially subject to change.
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.
•
•
1 LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW
EAGAN PARKING RESTRICTION
NOV. 15 - APRIL 15
6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
PARKING ALLOWED
Odd Days - Odd Side • Even Days - Even Side
s
*i 10h-, .l
■
Eagan residents are reminded that the City has a parking restriction which is in effect from November 15 to April 15 of each
year. The reason for the ordinance is to provide for more efficient and safer snow removal and to help identify abandoned or
disabled vehicles.
From 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on odd numbered days, parking is allowed on the odd numbered side of the street ONLY; and from
6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on even numbered days, parking is allowed on the even numbered side of the street ONLY. Parking Is
allowed on BOTH SIDES of the street from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. All other posted parking restrictions will still apply.
The ordinance is in effect at all times from November 15 to April 15 whether there is snow on the ground or not. Vehicles in
violation of the parking restriction may be TAGGED AND/OR TOWED.
Any object (fences, landscaping, etc.) that could hamper or be damaged by the snow removal operations should be removed
from the boulevard area. Garbage awaiting pickup and recyclable containers should be at least 8 feet from the curbline.
Mailboxes should be installed 48' above the street level and should not extend beyond the back of the curb.
Thank you for your willingness to comply with these requirements.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
HOTLINE 681 -4350
Don't Let Drinking & Driving Impair Your Holiday!
Eagan Police officers will be out in force once again this
holiday season, targeting drunk drivers. For the second
year in a row Eagan has received a grant through the
Safe and Sober program. The grant pays for additional
hours of enforcement to apprehend drunk drivers. Last
year DUI arrests under the Safe and Sober program
over the holiday season netted 27 arrests, the year prior
to the grant program there were 10.
By interviewing intoxicated suspects and reviewing
where the arrest were made, it was decided to target
main arteries into the city. We expect to be
coordinating our efforts with our neighbors Apple
Valley and Bloomington, who also received grant
money.
More information on the Safe and Sober program as
well as the impact drunk driving has on safety and
society will be available at the Eagan Police
Department Open House on Saturday, December 9,
from nine to noon. In addition a car involved in a fatal
drunk driving crash will be on exhibit. The person
killed in the car was a young woman from the New
Prague area who was on her way home when a drunk
driver struck her car. A group of area doctors bought
the car and trailer and have donated it to MADD for
use in increasing public awareness on how devastating
these crashes can be.
Everyone can help reduce the carnage wrought by
drinking drivers by simply following these tips:
Do not drink and drive or let others do so.
I Do not serve alcohol to persons you think are
impaired.
If you have a party, designate drivers
before it begins.
Do not serve persons under 21.
Report impaired drivers to the police.
Parents should also encourage their children to call
them if their child is out on a date or at a party and the
person they are with is drinking. Let your child know
in advance it is all right to take a cab or call you for
help. Tell them you will not be angry if they call and
you will wait until the next day to review the situation.
The important thing is for everyone to arrive home
safely.
Have a Safe & Happy Holiday Season!
-- Sergeant Greg Johnson
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.
5
6
1 A WALK IN THE PARKS
Eagan Parks - -A nice place to visit
and good for you, too!
Since the early 1960's when Eagan dedicated Cedar Pond Park, its first
parkland, to the community, the city has made a strong commitment to
providing areas for recreation and the preservation of wildlife and natural
resources.
Now, 30 -some years later, Eagan maintains 54 parks encompassing 1,100
acres. Within these parks you will find 40 playgrounds (one at Black
Hawk Park that is fully interactive for persons with disabilities), 35
ballfields, 33 tennis courts, 23 basketball /hardcourt surfaces, 30+ outdoor
hockey and pleasure skating rinks, 13 soccer fields, eight horseshoe pits,
seven picnic shelters, five fishing piers, three sand volleyball courts, two
pavilions, two tubing hills, one amphitheater, one council /fire ring, one
archery range and one observation deck.
Parks have been proven to have significant positive impact on individuals
and communities. The Minnesota Recreation and Parks Association has
outlined these specific benefits, and the Eagan Parks and Recreation staff
would like to share them with you:
+ Park and recreation is an essential service, one that can positively
impact health, crime prevention, the environment, the economy, and
the quality of life in any community.
• Physical recreation and fitness contribute to a full and meaningful life.
4. Investing in the environment, through parks and the provision of open
space in residential areas, leads to an increase in neighborhood property
values through accessibility to environmentally friendly green spaces
and associated recreation opportunities.
4. Children's play is essential to the human development process.
.. Regular physical activity is one of the very best methods of health
insurance for individuals.
+ Parks and open spaces bring beauty to an area while
giving people satisfaction and improving their quality of life.
+ Contributions to environmental protection through the provision of
parks and open spaces pay for themselves.
4. Integrated and accessible leisure services are critical to the quality of
life of people with a disability and of disadvantaged individuals.
p. Leisure provides leadership opportunities that build strong
communities.
+ Community recreation promotes ethnic and cultural harmony
+ Recreating together builds strong families, the foundation of a stronger
society.
4. Investments in recreation yield big economic returns.
4. Meaningful leisure services reduce the high costs of vandalism and
criminal activity.
4► Recreation and park services are often the catalyst for tourism, a
growing sector of our economy.
EAGAN
OUTDOOR
FACTS
-As of September, 1995, there
were 15,669 trees on the
boulevards in the City of
Eagan. The most common
variety is spruce.
-An acre is 43,560 square feet.
- Approximately 200 tons of
crushed limestone is necessary
to construct a softball infield.
- Daily during the summer, the
city operates 10 large mowers
with cutting capacities ranging
from 6' to 16' to maintain its
parks and pathways.
- To build quality outdoor ice,
water must be applied in thin
layers approximately 1/2" thick.
The process can take 7 -10 days.
-A Tamarack is a coniferous
tree that sheds its needles each
fall. Many can be found along
the parking lot at Thomas Lake
Park.
-A cubic foot block of granite
weighs in excess of 160 pounds.
-In Eagan there are
approximately 700 wetland
complexes; 350 are greater
than one acre in size.
- There are six regulation
softball fields and two soccer
fields at the new Lexington/
Diffley athletic complex
scheduled to open spring 1996.
N
-The age of a tree can be
estimated by multiplying its
diameter at chest height by 6.
-There are over 90 miles of
pathways and sidewalks in the
city.
Airport Options — Expand or Relocate
•
AROUND TOWN
City Council to consider dual track airport planning process
Over the past six years, the Metropolitan Airports
Commission and Metropolitan Council have studied
how the region will meet increasing demands for
airport service in the Twin Cities region. At its meeting
of December 19, the Eagan City Council will consider
whether to support expansion of the current airport or
the relocation of the airport to a site near Hastings.
The Council's discussion will define the City's
comments for the environmental impact statement for
the Dual Track Airport Planning Process.
The decision is an important one for Eagan because it
will define how the airport grows and relates to its
surrounding communities for at least the next twenty -
five years. The decision also has the potential to affect
the City's land use planning, economic development
and natural environment for years to come.
Because of the many aspects of the Dual Track airport
decision, the City Council has asked its Economic
Development Commission, Airport Relations
Commission and Advisory Planning Commission to
study the issue and present findings to the Council for
its consideration. On Wednesday, November 15, the
Commissions held a public hearing to receive testimony
on the issue. While the technical studies offer
important information, the City Council considers
input from residents and business owners to be essential
to the City's position in this process.
is CS
Rabies Clinic & Dog Licenses
The City of Eagan will again be sponsoring a rabies vaccination clinic for
dogs and cats on Saturday, January 27, from 10:00 a.m until 2:00 p.m. at
the Eagan Fire Administration Building, 3795 Pilot Knob Road. The cost
of each vaccination is $8.
1996 dog licenses may be purchased at the same time. All dog licenses
must be renewed on or before February 20, 1996, but will now be valid for
two years. Licenses are $12 per animal.
Licenses may also be purchased at the Eagan Police
Facility, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, between 8:00 a.m. and
8:00 p.m. weekdays. Proof of current rabies
vaccinations by a licensed veterinarian is needed
before a license can be issued.
Dogs must be licensed in Eagan when
they are 6 months old or within 30 days of
moving into the City. 1996 licenses from
other cities may be transferred for a $2 fee.
There is also a $2 fee to replace lost license
tags.
The expansion alternative involves the addition of a
north -south runway adjacent to Cedar Avenue within
the next ten years to absorb traffic growth. If air traffic
continues to grow, a third parallel would be added
north of the existing runways at some future point.
After that, no additional runways could be
accommodated on the current site. Expansion also
involves the relocation of the main terminal from its
current location to a site on the northwest side of the
airport near the intersection of Cedar Avenue and
Highway 62. The estimated cost of the expansion is
$2.8 billion.
The relocation alternative would develop a six runway
airport with new terminal facilities in eastern Dakota
County. The new airport would have additional
expansion capacity if it were needed in the future. By
comparison, the new airport would add approximately
twenty minutes drivetime for most airport users in the
metropolitan area and would cost about $4.7 billion.
One of the major issues will be whether the region will
realize enough environmental benefits and future
growth to justify the difference in cost.
Residents and business owners interested in the future
of the airport will want to follow the Council's
discussion on December 19.
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.
7
8
I LET'S ASK BOB THE WATER GUY
It Could Happen to You
With cold weather arriving, here are a few utility tips from
Bob. When the warm air inside meets the cold outside pipe, this
causes the water in copper pipes to freeze and expand, which can
rupture the pipe. Make sure you disconnect any garden hoses
from outside spigots to prevent pipes from breaking inside your
house. This can also protect spigots
against freezing. If you are unable to
disconnect, or as an added precaution,
shut off the outdoor supply from inside
the house. Follow the spigot lines into
the house. Locate the control valve to
isolate the line and turn the valve to the
off position. Open the outside spigot
completely to allow it to drain and also to
ensure the inside valve is holding. This
simple procedure may safeguard against a
costly repair.
Speaking of
Frozen Pipes...
What do you do if a pipe ruptures in your
house? Do you know how to shut the
water off? Everyone in the home should
know how to do this, to eliminate
extensive property damage and a big mess. There is a
valve located under your water meter that will shut off
the entire system. Try this one first. Think of your
water pipes as a road map. Start at where your water
comes into your home by locating the water meter.
Follow the cold water pipes to all of your faucets that
discharge cold water. Your hot water will go through a
water softener, into the hot water heater and out,
flowing to the various hot water faucets. (Your sewer
works the same way, but in reverse.) Valves located
along the way are designed to isolate each faucet, where
a leak would occur. Use the valve on the line closest to
the leak between the leak and the water meter.
Knowing your system may help to save you money in
the long run. Be sure to give us a call if you need
assistance, though. That's why we're here.
Ask Bob Yourself
Through these articles, I have tried to give you tips and
answer some commonly asked questions about water
and sewer systems. I would like to answer more of your
questions and comments, so call my voice mail at 681-
4625, Ext. 343, send a fax to 681 -4360,
or write to Bob at:
City of Eagan Maintenance Facility
3501 Coachman Point
Eagan, MN 55122
I hope to hear from you soon! Have a safe and happy
holiday, from everyone in the Utility Division.
Banner Year for Catch
Basin Stenciling
Thanks to the efforts of numerous volunteer
groups, over 1,800 catch basins were stenciled and
about 5,000 informational doorhangers distributed
as part of the community's water quality education
program. That's almost one -third of the catch
basins in the entire City and includes many of the
highest priority areas of the City for lake and pond
water quality protection. As many residents know,
the catch basin stenciling program is designed to
demonstrate the direct connection between the
City's storm drainage system and the numerous
lakes and ponds which dot the community.
Special thanks go to Luke Martin, Jeff Bergh
(pictured above) and the scouts of Boy Scout
Troop 453; Sue Beiseker and the Friends of the
Minnesota River; Scott Lepley and Cub Scout Dens
1, 2, and 3 from Pack 445; and Jackie Grinde,
John Korth, Sharon Holbeck, Jeff Horne, Chris
Wilmer, and Earl Kincaid. All these individuals
and groups deserve much recognition for the huge
amount of work they accomplished.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE 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)
(WINTER CARE
� Protect Your Trees from
Animals
You can protect trees from harmful winter feeding
damage by placing a cylinder of 1/4 inch mesh
hardware cloth at the tree base. The mesh should
extend from at or below the ground line to a height
of 3 to 4 feet up the stem. Be sure to remove the
mesh in the spring time and to save it for next year's
use. Chemical repellents are also available at garden
centers to prevent browse damage from large animals
like deer.
Tree Pruning
By this time of year, trees and shrubs in Minnesota have
entered deep dormancy, shutting down all growth to
survive the cold winter months. Dormancy provides
tree owners with an ideal time to prune their plants to
improve their health and appearance.
Oak Pruning
You have waited all summer for this, and now it is time
to remove those dead branches from your oak trees.
Because there is no threat of contracting oak wilt,
refrain from painting wounds with latex or oil based
wound dressing. Remember to think of your own
safety first, and if the job is too big or dangerous,
consider contracting to a professional tree trimmer.
The Eagan Forestry Division can provide property
owners with a list of tree care professionals licensed to
operate in the city. Shop around for estimates and
avoid persons who suggest topping or heading back
your oaks as this can do more harm than good.
Young Trees
Thousands of small trees have been planted in the City
of Eagan in recent years in hopes of creating forests for
the future. Unfortunately, these young
trees rarely receive the attention they
deserve. Apart from mulching and watering
new trees, pruning is the most important
thing one can do to ensure a healthy plant.
It only takes a few minutes with a sharp eye
and sharper pair of pruning shears to
eliminate future tree problems. The
majority of cuts that one needs to make will
be to eliminate dead branches (those which
appear to be shriveled and discolored) and
crossing branches (where two branches rub
together, eliminate the least desirable
THIS PUBLICATION IS
PRINTED ON
RECYCLED PAPER
USING SOY BASED INKS.
branch). After dead and crossing branches have been
removed, inspect the tree for balance; does one side
seem overgrown? Don't overprune, remove only what
is necessary to make your tree look healthy and neat.
Pruning Shrubs
Many people can think of only one way to prune their
shrubs: Hedge clipping. They create all sorts of round,
square and most often oval shaped plants around their
homes. However, unless you are pruning an actual
hedge, you may wish to prune for a more natural
looking landscape. Many shrubs have multiple stems
sprouting from a root system. Pruning the largest and
oldest stems at the base will reduce the plant's size
while opening up the shrub so that inner leaves can
receive more sunlight. Shrubs with one stem and
multiple branches can be opened by eliminating large
old branches allowing more energy to be diverted to
new growth. Doing natural pruning on a two -, three -,
or four -year cycle will keep your shrubs at the size you
desire.
Planning Ahead for
Planting
Don't let the winter blues get you down; think about
spring instead! Now is a good time to sketch up a
landscape plan for your backyard. Check the county
library for books on landscape design, and go ahead
and get creative. The Eagan parks are a good place to
see a variety of trees in the winter since this is what
they'll look like for half the time you see them. Be sure
that the trees you plant have ample room to grow to
maturity and give them the attention and care they
deserve.
Sec
onds save lives so...
DIG YOUR
HYDRANT
Ina fire, seconds
become precious.
Stopping to locate
a and dig out a
hydrant can take a
firefighter's attention
and energy away from
rescuing individuals and
battling a fire. Save time
e -v+--.and make your neighborhood
a bit safer by clearing snow
away from the hydrant near your home. This
simple act can save time -- and maybe even lives- -
in an emergency.
9
10
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle,
Curbside Recycling Basics
MAGAZINES -AND CATALOGS
DID YOU KNOW ? 'a
Paper makes up 40.1% .
of the,'aste in our hash
cans? ly
• include advertisements that
come with the newspaper
• shiny;magazines
• "shiny catalogs
• keep separate from newspaper
CORRUGATED CARDBOARD
• needs to be broken down into 3'x3'bundles
-'keep separate from other materials,
NO
waxy or glossy cardboard
pizza boxes
cereal boxes
12 pack boxes
STEEL AND ALUMINUM CANS
• no need to remove labels
• rinse
GLASS BOTTLES AND J
DID YOU KNOW?
Recycling one glass bottle,:
saes enough energy to light
a 100- Wan' bulb for frur
hours.
DID YOU KNOW ?
Each "recycled aluminum can
. saes the equI'alent of one cup of
gasoline and sages enough energy
lo burn a 100 -.4aI1 light bulb for
3.5 hours or run a TV for
three hours.
• food and beverage bottles and jars
• clear, green, brown
• rinse '
remove caps, lids and ring
• no need to remove labels'
NO=
drinking glasses
ceramics
Window glass
glass cookware
NEWSPAPER
PLASTIC BOTTLES WITH A NECK
NO`
plastic tubs
ice creanipails
plastic bags
flower pots
.
JUNK MAIL/UNSOLICITED MAIL
NO-
brown /gold envelopes
product samples ,
metal bindings
construction paper
• pop, milk, ketchup, cooking oil, detergent, bottles, etc.
• rinse and flatten
• throw away caps and pumps
DID YOU KNOW?
Americans use
approximatel'
7,000 plastic bottles
Very second.
• all first class mail
• all white and light colored_paper (includes envelops
with labels & windows),
• recycled paper.
• computer paper''