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PARKS AND RECREATION 1994 SUMMER PROGRAMS CITY OF EAGAN 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 681 -4660 BLACKHAWK PARK OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 1994 1:00 - 4:00 PM Welcome to Blackhawk Park. Parks and Recreation invites the community to come to explore the trails, walk on the boardwalk and be entertained in the council ring area. The first phase of development of the community park has been completed. Plans for future development phases will be on display. Look for the brightly colored canopy. The ribbon cutting, park information maps and brochures, the schedule of events and the ice cream social will be found at the canopy. You may drive to the park taking Deerwood Drive to Murphy Parkway, then north to the park entrance. Or, you may walk in from Riverton Avenue at Palisade. Walkers from the north; cross the boardwalk into the park. EXPLORE NATURE CAPON! ART PARK PREVIEW August 6 & 7, 1994 Noon -4:00 PM This activity is made possible by funds provided by the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council (MRCA/Dakota County Re- Granting Program) from an appropriation from the Minnesota Legislature. The City of Eagan is glad to announce that the community is invited to come to take part in self - guided tours of Caponi Art Park. Maps and brochures about the facility will assist you as you tour. Professor Emeritus Anthony Caponi will greet and speak to those attending the preview at 2:00 PM each day. His presentation will provide attendees with insight into the purpose and goals of the Art Park. For those who do not prefer to walk to the facility utilizing the trails along Diffley Road, Minnesota Valley Transit will provide a shuttle bus. Park in the Northview Elementary School parking lot, 965 Diffley Road. The bus will run approximately every 15 to 20 minutes. • All of these activities begin at the Trailhead at Patrick Eagan Park, 3995 Lexington Avenue. The entrance road is hard to see, but it is located on the west side of Lexington just south of the Advent United Methodist Church. All are weather dependent. If questionable weather arises, call Recreation Happenings at 681 -4670 and press 1 to hear if the activity is on or not. Call approximately one hour before the scheduled start. Watching - Tuesday, May 10, 6:00 - 8:00 PM isit Patrick Eagan Park; an area diverse in habitat including marsh, grassland and woodland areas. More than 150 bird species can be seen throughout the year. Join bird enthusiast Deanne Endrizzi for an evening hike to look for waterfowl, wrens, warblers and even rufous sided towhee. Bring your binoculars. Limited to 20. Call in registrations May 4 through 9. No charge. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Moon Walk - Wednesday, May 25, 8:00 - 9:30 PM Hike during the full moon with naturalist Jim Bradley and discover the night life in Patrick Eagan Park. Explore the park in search of owls, deer, racoons, skunks....well....maybe not skunks. Please do not bring flashlights or werewolves. Limited to 20. Registration begins May 14. No charge. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Pond Skimming - Thursday, June 23, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Children ages 7 and older (no exceptions) will explore the pond community at Patrick Eagan Park. Naturalist Jim Bradley will explain the innerworkings of this more- than- meets -the -eye world that includes water fleas and predaceous diving beetles. Limited to 20. Register beginning May 14. No charge. Little Buggers - Friday, July 15, 10:00 - 11:30 AM A variety of insects inhabit Patrick Eagan Park. Learn to identify insects and find out why they are an important part of our environment. Naturalist Jim Bradley guides children ages 7 and older (no exceptions) on this exploration. Limited to 20. Register beginning May 14. No charge. FREE FISHING CLINIC FOR KIDS Saturday, June 11, 1994 Eagan kids can learn to identify fish and fish habitat and try their hand at catching fish on June 11, 1994, at a free fishing dinic at Thomas Lake Park. Sponsored by Eagan Parks and Recreation and MinnAqua, a state -run aquatic education program, the clinic will run from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM and is open to youth ages 9 -13. MinnAqua was created by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources in 1990 to teach the recreation, ecology, conservation and ethics of angling. The program is run in cooperation with Minnesota extension service 4-H programs and is funded through LCMR, RIM and the Federal Aid in Sport Fishing Restoration Act. Local sponsorship includes the Eagan Water Quality Program and members of In Fishermen. MinnAqua provides fishing rods, reels and tackle. Trained instructors conduct the program, which includes "hands on" activities such as pop can casting, fish measuring/weighing, and, of course, fishing. Participants also learn sportsmanship, safety, the basics of water ecology and techniques of fishing. ilk Each participant will have the opportunity to trace the th of water runoff from his/her home. The route water takes from street to pond to lake to the Minnesota River may be a surprise. The dinic will begin with the 9:30 AM check -in at Thomas Lake Park. Activity and education sessions will be held in the morning. BRING A BAG LUNCH. Parks and Recreation will provide the beverage. After lunch the group will bus to Carlson Lake for....fishing. The bus will return the youth to Thomas Lake Park at 4:00 PM to "hook -up" with rides home. Space is limited pre- registration is required Parent volunteers are needed! DATE: June 11, 1994 TIME: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM LOCATION: Thomas Lake and Carlson Lake Parks FEE: None TO REGISTER: Call 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) by June 8, 1994 TOUR DE SORR BIKE FEST `94 THOMAS LAKE PARK SATURDAY, MAY 21, 1994 11:00 AM Adjust your helmet, check the tires on the family's bikes, and all head out on Eagan's bicycle trails to Thomas Lake Park. Meet family bicyclists from Apple Valley, Burnsville, Lakeville, Farmington, Rosemount and Savage; our sister South of the River communities. Valley Bike and Ski, co-sponsors of the event, will demonstrate safety and road hazard preparedness for bicyclists. This interesting aspect of the day is planned to b gin at 11:15 AM. Other Tour De Sorr benefits: • A free lunch. • Scenic Eagan bike routes. • Visiting with neighboring bicyde enthusiasts. REGISTRATION: Lunch reservations. Call Parks & Recreation 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, May 16, 1994 A rain back -up date is not planned Call 681 - 4670, #1, on May 21 in the event of inclement weather. MOVIES IN THE PARK �■ Enjoy three great evenings of sunset cinema! Get cozy on the slope behind the shelter building at Trapp Farm Park, 841 Wilderness Run Road. Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, friends, snacks and bug repellent. The reels roll at dusk on the big screen. Mark these dates on your calendar now! No registration is required and there is no charge. On rainy or windy evenings the show will move inside the building. Tuesday, June 14 (approximate 9:15 PM start ) "Classic Comedies" The Little Rascals in First Round -Up; Laurel and Hardy in. Them Thar Hills and Murder Case. Tuesday, July 12 (approximate 9:15 PM start) "Nature Night" "Bear Country", "Where Timberwolves Call" and the "Weasel Family". Tuesday, August 9 (approximate 8:45 PM start) "Children Choice" "Peter and the Wolf" and three parts of the "Free to Be...You and Me" series. Movies subject to change depending upon availability. EVENING IN THE PARK Evening In the Park is a series of family entertainment events. They occur on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM. Cedar Pond Park and Trapp Farm Park will again host the fun. McDonalds of Eagan generously provides free orange drink at each event. Gather up the whole family, bring a blanket or lawn chair and settle back and enjoy. (June 22 — Trapp Farm Park Will Hale - "Celebrating Children Through Music" Enjoy an entertaining, fresh approach to "old" favorites such as Itsy Bitsy Spider and Zip -A- Dee- Doo -Dah! This performance is fun for children and adults. (June 29 -- Trapp Farm Park Kidsdance Hokey Pokey...Bunny Hop...Shout! Kidsdance is participation, contests, prizes and fun. Join the D.J. for a full evening of chuckles. (July 6 -- Trapp Farm Park Amazing Jefo Magician extraordinaire. "Jeffo's magic teaches what you see is not always what is real...He shows that being blind does not restrict you from doing amazing things." A beautiful family show. (July 13 — Trapp Farm Park Tricia and the Toons Bring a non - perishable item for the food shelf. Eagan area Community Education, District 196 co-sponsors the return of Tricia and the Toons. Enjoy music with puppets and audience participation. Great for children. (July 20 -- Trapp Farm Park Teddy Bear Band Need we say more. Don't forget your teddy bear. Eagan Area Community Education, District 196 co- sponsors this great family entertainment. (July 27 -- Trapp Farm Park Rumpelstikskin (Dakota Civic Theater) Dakota Civic Theaters' theater in a trunk presents the familiar Rumpelstiltskin. Enjoy this performance by our local community theater. '<August 3 -- Cedar Pond Park Apple Valley Puppet Theater Our puppet friends return with another fantastic show. Come prepared for some silliness. PICNIC PAVILION RESERVATIONS The picnic pavilion at Trapp Farm Park features a covered space, yet its openness creates the feeling of being close to the trees and the water of Schwanz Lake. The Thomas Lake pavilion features similar openness and the room to spread out. The feeling of seclusion is surprising in our suburban setting. The pavilions will accommodate groups as large as 150 people. Picnic necessities such as water and electricity are available in the pavilion. Restroom facilities are nearby. Events can be planned for half or full days. Half day time blocks run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Activities which overlap either of the time periods will be considered a full day. Reservations are accepted for weekday or weekend events. The fee is $65 per half day or $95 for a full day. A damage deposit of $150 is required. To reserve a pavilion: 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 - 8535), at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Reservation inquiries for a particular calendar year will be accepted after January 1 oft that year. 3. Availability of the pavilion will be verified. 4. The reservation will be recorded upon receipt of fees. Fees are due within 48 hours of the initial inquiry. SHELTER BUILDING RESERVATIONS Do you need a site for a special club meeting or event? The shelters at Bridle Ridge, Sky Hill, Goat Hill, Quarry and Trapp Farm Parks are available for use by the community. The attractive and comfortable buildings will accommodate 30 -40 people. Electricity, hot and cold running water and restrooms are features in all facilities. Trapp Farm's shelter also has a fireplace which adds a special atmosphere. A fee of $65 is charged for half day and $95 for a full day's use of these facilities. A $150 damage deposit is required. Parks and Recreation conducts programs in the shelter buildings during various seasons of the year. Private reservations are not accepted during dass or general public hours. O'Leary and Walnut Hill Parks offer sun shelters, sized to 15 -20 picnickers. A fee of $30 is charged for a sun shelter reservation. To reserve a shelter.) 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Reservation inquiries for a particular calendar year wile be accepted after January 1 of that year. 3. Availability of the shelter will be verified. 4. The reservation will be recorded upon receipt of fees. Fees are due within 48 hours of the initial inquiry. WALK AND BIKE e i$ ter wi 54: -8535. tine 1 1 ET WAU G A tntc summer with fellow walkers an eni awes for all:; ages and interests as rp es aik:togetix�r to 1 Piet walkers he r, 38.30 Pilot lni ce ; cl et0010604 can maintain a ttOt# crul+s . Pedometer Fagan Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660, Currently, there is nt charge,. ea t he fun, ivery Thursday out from the Eagan Municipal load, with the route, ;pace and he group H ilfe front t Municipal Center to Thoma Lake Park :and Scherer Gardens (ti . mxintately 4 miles round trip) and ba f�t,ic� cae amsunda�s 7 OO ; PM Hike Lebanon Hills Reaonal Farb and enloy a pot iuck picnic Bu someth tc grill and something to share if you'd like Enter by Jensen Lake where Carnage H,ll Dri intersects with P0:600iob Road Beautiful wooded trams take you "away frarr it all 6 0(t. PM [eet at the Center and;then ;; 1 to the Mi esota Valley National !e Refuge Visitor Center, t o will feast on refreshing watermelon xer the want fl U.PM tp'eciisl'F #ts Thomas lake PoMte Volksport T,ksd July 16 & 17 Walk 10 kilometers Bike 25 kilometers S wim 30 0 meters All at your own pace, . one day or two, and durin a generous time Erode Porimore information corita Carney or l ean�e Johnson at 688 -0991 Sponsored by the Twin City Volkst archers. Ca nnon Va lley Trail August 1 Meet at the '' Center at 7 00 AM to dove down To Red Wing W alk or; bi ke the Cannon: Valley Trail ;A modest trail is required; ri�e�itive? 'Ihe. : a 50rn >10 !xml 2tt'6 Gene 4VI i s Tie sec on d l4fon y of each month is reserved for meetir<gs held jotxtiy with the ficydtsts These are 's" n es for fun, shanng, tzlanrArng and u�formatican 9 Meet at 7 0 PM at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3 830 Pilot Knob Road then car to die Caponi Art, Park p Here are a variety of healthy opportunities to enhance your bicycling summer. All ages and interests are welcome. Incentive Program. Earn the following awards as you reach various milestones: Register with Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. Currently, there is no charge. Weekly Rides Meet at Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road, for one or both of these weekly rides. Participants determine the route and speed. Choose fromTuesdays at 6:00 PM and Saturdays at 7:00 AM. Monthly Meetings The second Monday of each month is typically a time the group gets together for fun, sharing, planning and information. Meetings happen with walk members, too. May 9 - June 13 - July 11 - FREE WHEELERS BICYCLING STUFF 50 miles - 100 miles - 500 miles - 1,000 miles - Button Visor T -Shirt Bicyde Accessory Meet at 7:00 PM at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, and carpool to the Caponi Art Park. Hike from the Municipal Center to Thomas Lake Park and Scherer Gardens (about 4 miles round trip) and back for ice cream sundaes. 7:00 PM. Hike Lebanon Hills Park after a potluck picnic and cookout. Bring something to grill and something to share if you'd like. Enter Lebanon Hills by Jensen Lake where Carriage Hill Drive meets Pilot Knob Road. Beautiful wooded trails take you "away from it all." 6:00 PM. August 8 - Meet at the Municipal Center; then carpool to the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. After a walk we will feast on refreshing watermelon. 7:00 PM. Special Events Tour De Sorr - May 21, 1994 - 11:00 AM Bike to Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road, and meet bicyclists from Apple Valley, Burnsville, Farmington, Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage. Free lunch and displays. Thomas Lake Pointe Volkssport Triad - July 16 & 17 Swim - 300 meters Bike - 25 kilometers Walk - 10 kilometers All at your own pace, in one day or two, and during a generous time frame. For more information, contact Lorny or Beanie Johnson at 688 -0991. Sponsored by the Twin City Volksmarchers. Cannon Valley Trail - August 13 Meet at the Municipal Center at 7:00 AM to drive down to Red Wing. Walk or bike the Cannon Valley Trail. A modest trail fee is required. 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 wh >include crafts, storytelling, special events, listening and sharing skills and singing. The emphasis is on large and small group play. Children should dress in play clothes for indoor and outdoor activities. A great way for your child to form new friendships and socialize with other children. Child must be at least 3, 4 or 5 years old and toilet trained by June 13, 1994. Class size is limited Pre- registration is required. DATES: June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No class on July 4 & 7.) LOCATIONS: Goat Hill Park Shelter Building 4391 Lexington Avenue Section 1: Mon & Wed Section 2: Tue & Thu Rahn Park Shelter Building �;� it 4425 Sandstone Drive Section 3: Mon & Wed Section 4: Tue & Thu C ACTIVI?] TINY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FEE: TIME: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM $50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 8, 1994 Monday Friday, August 8- 12,19 930 - 1130:: AM Session 11 :.. Brfdle Ridge Sh lter Building 3994 Elrene'Road Monday Friday, August 15 -19, 1994; 9 30-11 30 AM. Rahn Park Shelter Building 4425 Sandstone Dr ve Monday Fray, Au gust 22- 26,1994 9 30 -11 30 1M $20 per week REGISTRATION ;DEADLTE: Monday, July ;25,1994 „ P T[NY TOT Want:to find'out what Tiny Tots is like? Dv you Have a child g.:.] to pre school for the first time? Is your child getting bo red? Then Ca:up Tiny Tots is for you Each week camp is held at a different :. location Games,;erafts, songs, socialization and fun are all planned This camp s led by Judy Forde who has beers Preschool Program . In for the Eagan Parks an:d Recreation Department for the past; 10 years Corne see what Tiny Tots is ail about. fih s is a child,/fnstructor class on y . ,Space is limited and ,lire registrat is require L mild nttst be least, 4 or y ears old;by the start of the camp week DATES & LOCATIONS Sessi Goat Hll1 Park Shelter Build 4391 Lexington Avenue DATES: Week 1: LOCATION: FEE: CAMP PRE - SCHOOL Stimulate your child's imagination through stories, art, finger plays and movement activities. Discover the wonderful world of imagination for three, four and five year olds. • Each week children will have the opportunity to develop creativity, independence and self - confidence. This is a child/instructor class only. Space is limited and pre- registration is required. Child must be 3, 4 or 5 years old by June 13, 1994. June 13 -17, 1994 Bears, Bears, Bears! Week 2: June 20 -24, 1994 Dinosaurs, Facts and Fun Week : June 27 July 1, 1994 Camping Fun! TIMES: Section I :: 12:30 - 2:00 PM Section II :: 2:00 - 3:30 PM Bridle Ridge Park 3990 Elrene Road $20 per week REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 8, 1994 • FITNESS AND FUN FOR 3 YEAR OLDS Three year olds will experience stunts and tumbling, creative play, game activities, physical fitness and more activities designed especially for them. The class will include exposure to and practice with nerf balls, playground balls, T -ball, parachute play and more. Each class works on a progressive level according to the participant's ability. Increasing the child's motor skills, improving coordination and FUN are the emphasis for the program. This program runs for 45 minutes which we have found to be the optimum instruction time for this age group. A parent's day will be held during the session. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Activities will be held both indoors and outdoors. This is a child /instructor program only. Child must be three years old by June 15, 1994. Class size is limited and pre - registration is required TIMES & LOCATIONS: Woodland Elementary School Gym, 945 Wescott Road Section 1: Section 2: Mon & Wed 10:15 - 11:00 AM Mon & Wed 11:15 - Noon Oak Ridge Elementary School Gym, 4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Road Section 3: Tue & Thu 9:00 - 9:45 AM R TES: June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No class on July 4 & 7.) FEE: $25 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 8, 1994 GAMES KIDS PLAY for 4 & 5 Year Olds Pour 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 experiences and having fun are the emphasis for the program. The dass will include exposure to traditional game activities, parachute play as well as sports activities such as T -Ball, soccer and basketball. A parent's day will be held sometime during the session. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Activities will be held both indoors and outdoors. Child must be 4 or 5 years old by June 15, 1994. Class size is limited and pre- registration is required This is a child/instructor class only. TIMES & LOCATIONS: Woodland Elementary School om . 945 Wescott Road Section 1: Mon & Wed 9:00 - 10:00 AM Oak Ridge Elementary School Gym 4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Road Section 2: Tue & Thu 10:00 - 11:00 AM Section 3: Tue & Thu 11:15 - 12:15 PM DATES: June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No dass on July 4 & 7.) FEE: $25 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 8, 1994 This is a c ETTES Eaganettes DATES: June 15 July 28,1994 (No class on July 4) FEE: $25 without Eaganettes t -shirt $30 with Eaganettes t -shirt TIDIES; & LOCATIONS: k Ridge Elementary School Gvnt 4350 Johnny Cake Section 1; 9:00-10:00 AM Clues & Thurs)' W oodland Elementary School Gym, 945 Wescott Road Section 2' 10.15 -11:15 AM (Mon & Wed) is glass will be MINI EAGAN Alin class for lacy and; gins ages 3 & 4 who want to be in kodeled a Eaganettes, but geared toward thus age gro Movement and simple danc routines set to music wil be the emphasis excellent program to help develo ala f bnce, coordination! and flexibility Children will learn a sim dan ple ce routine that will be presented in a parents : progr dunnig the last week of class. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes that allow movement Eaganettes t shirts are available for this: a e group. It is aptional. If ordering a t - shirt, please indicate size w hen • :registering Youth S (6 M (1012), L (14 -1 ), Adult S, M, L, XL ild /instructor class on ji. Space is limited and pre - registration is Child must be 3 or 4 years old by June 15, 1994. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 6, 1994 INSTRUCTIONAL T -BALL FOR 5 YEAR OLDS This basic instructional program is for boys and girls who are 5 years old by June 15 and those entering Kindergarten in the Fall, 1994. Children will learn the skills of throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases, correct batting techniques and the basics of the game through drills that are repeated daily. These fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the development of baseball and/or softball players. The main emphasis is on FUN instruction in a non- competitive atmosphere. This program runs for 45 minutes which we have found to be the optimum instruction time for 5 year olds. In case of rain, T -Ball will be held in Thomas Lake or Woodland Elementary School gyms. Volunteers are needed for this program to help instructors. If you are interested in volunteering your time, please call the Parks & Recreation office at 681 -4660. NOTE: T -Ball games are not played the emphasis is on (earning the skills. Class size is limited Pre- registration is required DATES: June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No program July 4 & 7, 1994.) TIMES & LOCATIONS: Thomas Lake Elementary Fields, 4350 Thomas Lake Road Section 1: Mon & Wed 9:00 -9:45 AM Section 2 Mon & Wed 10:00 -10:45 AM Mueller Farm Park, Wescott Road; next to Woodland Elementary Section 3: Tue & Thu 10:15-11:00 AM Section 4: Tue & Thu 11:15 AM - Noon 825 includes T -Shirt Please indicate size on registration form: Youth S (6-8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16). REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 8, 1994 TIMES & LOCATIONS: Thomas Lake Elementary Fields 4350 Thomas Lake Road Section l: Mon & Wed 825 includes a T -shirt Please indicate size at registration: Youth S (6-8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16) 11:00 AM - Noon DATES: TIMES: Section 1: Section 2 EVENING INSTRUCTIONAL T -BALL FOR 5 YEAR OLDS This basic instructional program is for a parent and boys and girls who are 5 years old by June 15 and those entering Kindergarten in the Fall 1994. Children, along with their parent, will learn the skills of throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases, correct batting techniques and the basics of the game through repeated drills. These fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the development of baseball and/or softball players. The main emphasis is on FUN instruction in a non- competitive atmosphere. Instruction is held in the hockey rinks. NOTE: T -Ball games are not played; the emphasis is on learning the skills. Class ssize is limited and pre- registration is required Mondays & Wednesdays June 15 - July 27, 1994 (No class on July 4, 1994.) 6:00 - 7:00 PM 7:15 - 8:15 PM LOCATION: Goat Hill Park Hockey Rinks FEE: 830 per participant/parent Includes two t- shirts. Please indicate size on registration form Youth S (6-8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16); Adult S, M, L, XL NOTE: In the event of rain, T -Ball will be canceled Call Recreation Happenings after 4 :00 PM at 681 -4670, press *1, for a recorded message. Mueller Farm Park Wescott Rd (next to Woodland Elem.) Section 2: Tue & Th 9:00 AM -1 0:00 AM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wed, June 8, 1994 INSTRUCTIONAL T -BALL FOR 6 AND 7 YEAR OLDS Instructional T -Ball is for boys and girls ages six and seven only. Children will learn the skills of throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases, following directions and correct batting techniques and the basics of the game. These fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the development of baseball and/or softball players. The main emphasis is on FUN instruction in a non - competitive atmosphere. Child must be 6 or 7 by June 15. In case of rain, T -Ball will be held in the gym. Volunteers are needed for this program to help the instructors. If you are interested in volunteering your time, please call the Parks and Recreation office at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. Class size is limited Pre- registration is required NOTE:: This is an instructional program on T -Ball games are not the main emphasis. Games will be played cr & the children are ready. DATES: June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No program on July 4 & 7, 1994.) • SIP FOR 5 & 6 YEAR OLDS MORNING SITE Children ages 5 & 6 are invited to a program designed specifically for their needs. The program is an introduction to the Summer in the Park Program for older children, however, emphasis will be on the needs of 5 and 6 year olds. The program runs Monday through Thursday mornings. Field trips will not be offered for this group. Instead, Thursdays will be special event days at the program site. The last day will feature a finale Pizza Party. Children are also included in the Picnic in the Park on July 21. Children must be five or six years old by June 13, 1994. Group size is limited Pre- registration is required DATES: Monday - Thursday, June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No program on July 4 & 7.) TAME: 9:00 - 11:30 AM LOCATION: *Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road FEE: $15 per child REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration procedure on page 10. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 10, 1994 Tlie City of Eagan is corti mitted <to the p that all; perso s have equal access to programs, services, activities, facilities and loyment ::: without regard to race, color, creed, religio ,> national rnlgin, seat, disability, Mtge, sexual preference, i nadtal status, sexual or entati or status 'with regard to:publi€ istance PICNIC IN THE PARK BBQ lunch and special children's entertainment by "Kidsdance ". Children will be bused from Goat Hill or Sky Hill Park to Trapp Farm Park in Eagan. DATE: Thursday, July 21, 1994 TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 PM OEE: $5 (includes lunch, entertainment, prizes, fun, transportation and supervision). REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 15, 1994 SIP FOR 5 & 6 YEAR OLDS AFTERNOON SITE Activities will be the same as Summer in the Park for 5 & 6 year old morning programs, except the program runs from 1:00 -3:00 PM. Group size is limited Pre- registration is required DATES: Monday - Thursday, June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No program on July 4 & 7.) TIME: 1:00 -3:30 PM LOCATION: *Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue FEE: $15 TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration procedures on page 10. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 10, 1994 :.:... ::.....::.:...............::::. ........ ............................... ......... ............................... ........ ............................... ........ ............................... - c` 1? " SIP EI/ENTS SUMMER FINALE PIZZA PARTY Pizza, beverage and sped games ana activities to say goodbye to Summer in the Park. DATE: Thursday, July 28, 1994 LOCATIONS: Sky Hill 9:00 -11:30 AM Goat Hill 1:00 -3:30 PM FEE: $2.50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 25, 1994 PA SUMMER IN THE Pa REGISTRATION INFORMATION Registrations will be accepted at the Eagan Municipal Center only. Registrations will not be accepted at the individual park sites. $bectal Notes: 1. A fee of $15 per child is charged for Summer in the Park. You may register for more than one site at no additional fee, except the 5 & 6 year old program. 2. Child must be pre- registered by a parent or guardian by the registration deadline. 3. You may register in the following ways: *Use the Municipal Center drop box. *Use the mail-in registration form found on page 25. *Saturday, May 14, 1994, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM is the opening date for registration of all summer programs. Extended Hours: *Week of May 16-20 hours at the Municipal Center for registration will be from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. *June 13 & 14, 1994 hours are 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. *Regular office hours are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Participant Limit: If you are registering for a program which there is no participant limit, you do not need to attend registration on opening day. SUMMER IN THE PARK AFTERNOON SITES Children who have completed kindergarten through age 12 are invited to participate in a program designed especially for them. Some activities are sports and games, crafts, relays, nature awareness, special events and field trips. The program runs Monday through Wednesday from 1:00- 4:00 PM with field trips and special events on most Thursday afternoons. The program fee is $15 per participant for the entire summer. (Scholarship assistance is available.) Field trips are scheduled to places such as Circus Arcade, Rollerskating and the Minnesota Twins Game. The highlight of the summer is the Picnic in the Park at Trapp Farm Park. All playground sites get together for an afternoon of entertainment, fun, food and friendships. The program is led by trained, creative staff who put some added fun into an otherwise "boring" day. Come and spend an afternoon with your friends! 5Decial Notes: 1. In the event of rain, sites with a shelter will go on as planned. If in doubt, call Recreation Happenings at 681-4670, #1. 2. Pre - registration is required. DATES: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, June 15 - July 29, 1994 (No program on July 4.) TIME: 1:00 -4:00 PM LOCATIONS: * Carnelian Park, 1800 Camelian Lane * Evergreen Park, 4359 Lodgepole Drive * Mueller Fame Park, Wescott Road next to Woodland Elementary * Northview Park, 980 Northview Park Rd * Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive * Ridgediff Park, 1750 Covington Lane * Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road * Walnut Hill Park, 999 Wilderness Run Rd TO REGISTER See Summer in the Park registration information on page 10. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 10, 1994 SUMMER IN THE PARK MORNING SITES Activities will be the same as the afternoon sites, except the program runs from 9:00 -11:30 AM with field trips on most Thursday afternoons. Please note the days and locations. DATES: TIME: FEE: Monday - Thursday June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No program on July 4- Holiday and July 7 -MN Twins Game) 9:00 - 11:30 AM LOCATIONS: * Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Rd (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs) * South Oaks Park, 675 North Hay Lake Rd (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs) * Quany Park, 3340 Coachman Road (Mon & Wed) * Captain Dodd Park, 4050 Country View Dr (Tues & Thurs) TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration procedure on page 10. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 10, 1994 1 :15 per child (You may register for more than one Summer in the Park site at no additional fee.) LOCATION BRIDLE RIDGE HUR QA'K5 CAPTAIN DODD CARNELIAN: >: EVERGREEN FCSFI LAKE z GOAT HILL HOLD FARM:: KETTLE LFNO`I'ON MUELLER FARM NQRIIIVi7 OAK CHASE QUARRY RAHN ........ ............................... R[IGAGLIFF. • SKY HILL LF113 QAKS WALNUT HILL ........ ............................... WESCOIT STATION.:::: MONDAY K -12 Yr. Old 9-11:30 AM Playwagon '?1 3.30 PM K - 12Yr. Q1d >1c4 PM K - 12 Yr. Old 1 PM Playwagon ;9"10 11:30 AM;: 5 Yr. Old 1 - 3:30 PM Playwagon j -sa �M ........... ............................... Playwagon 9:30 -11:30 AM TUESDAY K -12 Yr. Old 9 -11:30 AM K -12 Yr. Old 9 -11:30 AM 1C-12 Yr. Old 1-4 FM K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 5 - 6 Yr. Old 1 -3:30 PM K -12 Yr. Old l-4 PM K 12Yr O ld 1-4P# 1 Yr Old; 1.4 PM' K.12 Yr. C)Id : 9:3011.30 Mi. K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM . 1(42 Yr Old I4 PM; K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 11 -14 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 5 -6 Yr. Old 9:30 -11:30 AM .K -12 Yr. Old 930 -11:30 Al K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 1C 12 Yr. Old 14PM 14 Yr..Old ............. .. ...................... Playwagon 9:30 -11:30 AM K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 1C12 Yr. ;Old 1+.4PM K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 11 -14 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 5 Yr. Old 9:30 - 11:30 AM K.12 Yr. Old 9:30 -11:30 AM K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM Playwagon 13:30 PM WEDNESDAY K -12 Yr. Old 9 -11:30 AM 1C'42;Yr. . K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 5-6 Yr. Old 1 -3:30 PM Playwagon 9 3a 1130 AM K Yr. Old 1 PM K 12 Ys Old ' I.4 PM 11 14Yr. 014 1-4 PM K12Yr. OId:;*30- 1I3OAM K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 1C-1.2 Yr Old 1-4 PM < ; K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM 11 -14 Yr. Old I-4 PM 5-6 Yr. Old 9:30 -11:30 AM K -12 Yr. 01d. ;9:30 -11 :30 AM K -12 Yr. Old 1-4 PM THURSDAY URSDAY K -12 Yr. Old 9 -11:30 AM K -12 Yr. Old 9 -11:30 AM 5-6 Yr. Old 1 -3:30 PM 5-6 Yr. Old 9:30 -11:30 AM 1C.-12 Yr, Old 30- 11:34 WAGONFUL O'FUN A mobile "Wagonful O'Fun" visits neighborhood parks from June 16 through July 29, 1994. The Playwagon is an opportunity for children who have completed kindergarten through age 12 to get together with friends and participate in activities designed especially for them. Among the activities planned are sports and games, crafts, relays and special events. Talent shows, water days, and Mini - Olympics are among the special events planned. Children are invited to attend the Summer in the Park field trips on most Thursday afternoons. Pick -up points are Summer in the Park locations. No bus pick -up will be made at Playwagon locations. Come and join us for fun and games led by trained staff. Pre- registration is required. DATES: June 15 - July 28, 1994 (No program on July 4 & 7.) TIMES AND LOCATIONS: 9 :30 AM- 11 :30 AM Monday Kettle Park, 4700 Rahn Road Tuesday Oak Chase Park, 440 Oak Chase Road Wednesday Lexington Park, 1030 McKee Street Thursday Fish Lake Park, 3699 Denmark Avenue 1 :00 PM - 3 :30 PM Monday Holz Farm Park,Manor Lake Drive & McFadden's Trail Tuesday Wescott Station Park,Ridgewood Drive, east of Elrene Wednesday Bur Oaks Park, Rolling Hills Drive and Highway 149 FEE 85 per child (you may register for more than one Playwagon site at no additional cost) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 10, 1994 TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration procedure on Page 10. The following trips and special events are for children who have completed kindergarten through age 12 who attend Summer in the Park. Children who have not completed kindergarten are too young to participate in the field trips that have been selected for SIP. The trips are supervised by SIP staff. Registrations will be taken at the Eagan Municipal Center only. (See registration procedures.) Money will not be accepted at the park site. Bus pick -up points are at Summer in the Park locations. When registering, please specify which bus stop your child will be attending. All trips are scheduled on Thursdays between 1:00 -4:00 PM with the exception of the Minnesota Twins game. Bus pick up for the Twins game on July 7 begins at 10:30 AM and returns around 4:00 PM. Bus times are between 12:30 -1:00 PM for the other field trips and will be determined after the registration deadline. Call Recreation Happenings at 681 -4670 on Tuesdays (after 3 :00 PM) before the field trip for bus times. Special Notes; 1. Registration deadline for all field trips is Friday, June 17, 1994 at 4:00 PM unless otherwise noted. 2. Registrations are taken first come, fast serve. 3. Space is limited on some of the field trips, therefore, registration deadlines will be strictly enforced. 4. Volunteer chaperones are needed for field trips. If you are 15 years of age or older and interested in chaperoning, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. Volunteers will be admitted to the field trip at no cost to them. Come and spend an afternoon with the youth of Eagan. Summer in the Park Bus Stops; Bridle Ridge Park Captain Dodd Park Carnelian Park Evergreen Park Mueller Farm Park Northview Park Rahn Park Ridgecliff Park Sky Hill Park South Oaks Park Walnut Hill Park REGISTRATION: DEADLINEi e c cessi n s :ernoon SIR EE'DA ome and find ut what Swz er in: ........................................... ... ..... ....... ............... dots of t a-sp cial t es wv e stration> is nece . e 16 SKATEVILLE - BURNSVILLE An afternoon of rollerskating! DATE: Thursday, June 23, 1994 FEE: $4.00 (includes admission, skate rental, transporation and supervision). 'Optional -- bring extra money for snacks. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 17, 1994 BEAVER MOUNTAIN WATERSLIDE This trip is for 9 -12 year olds only. We'll slide for two hours. Wear your swimsuit and bring a towel. Space is limited Sign up early! DATE: Thursday, June 30, 1994 FEE: $10.50 (includes 2 hours of sliding, transportation and supervision) *Optional - -bring extra money for the concession stand. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 17, 1994 Volunteer chaperones are needed for this trip. Call Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) if interested. ROUNDP UNDER G RAND PRIX RUNNING S ERFS The Grouridpounders rar d Prix is a series of prestigious runs spons d by S t :Recreators) which include the cities of Applealiey, Burnsville, Pagan, Farinngton • Parks & Recreation Departments Awards will be presentedto the top five quatiffec categories (male and female) Short and long =runs are available at each race The1 May 7. 1994 Listed below are the dates of the rema rider of titti series For m ` er each eomcnunity or the Fagan Parks and<Recreat on Department a arming 7tew R $aturday, June 25, 9 X63 71 ................................. ............................... .................................. ............................... ................................. ............................... .................................. ............................... L keville Pan C Prog Race b :; Saturday, July 9, 1 99 4 ..:' 469 -44311 Savage Heritage Days .dun Run Saturday, August 13, 1994 8901045 MINNESOTA TWINS GAME Join us for Parks & Recreation Day as the Minnesota Twins take on the Toronto Blue Jays. All kids should wear a yellow colored t -shirt so that everyone will know we're from Eagan. Space is limited Sign up early! Special Notes: Bus pick up times will begin at 10:30 AM and retum around 4:15 PM. Volunteer chaperones are needed. Please call 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535, if interested. Chaperones will be admitted free. Bring a bag lunch to eat on the bus or extra money to purchase food at the Metrodome. DATE: Thursday, July 7, 1994 FEE: $6.50 (includes admission, bus transportation and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 17, 1994 1. MORNING SITES Captain Dodd, South Oaks and Bridle Ridge DATE: Thursday, July 28, 1994 TIME: 9:00 - 11:30 am FEE: $2.50 per person NOTE: Quarry Park Wednesday. July 27, 1994 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: CIRCUS ARCADE DATE: Thursday, July 14, 1994 FEE: $6.50 (includes beverage, sundae and 12 game tokens) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 17, 1994 PICNIC IN THE PARK We'll have a BBQ lunch and special children's entertainment by Total Entertainment's "Kidsdance ". Children will be bused from SIP sites to Trapp Farm Park in Eagan. DATE: Thursday, July 21, 1994 TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 PM FEE: $5 (indudes lunch, entertainment, prizes, fun, transportation and supervision). REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 15, 1994 SUMMER FINALE PIZZA PARTY Pizza, beverage and special games and activities to say goodbye to Summer in the Park at each individual site. DATE: TIME: FEE: AFTERNOON SITES Monday, July 25, 1994 Thursday, July 28, 1994 1:00 -4:00 pm $2.50 per person EAGANETTES - FUN WITH DANCE In Eaganettes, boys and girls ages 5 -16 will experience dance, jazz, movement and choreographed routines through music. Marching in the 4th of July Parade and a year -end recital (there will be an afternoon and evening performance scheduled) are highlights of the program. A great program for improving rhythm, increasing coordination, poise and creativity. Registration will be held at the Eagan Municipal Center, beginning on May 14, 1994. Registration is limited in the morning session. Eaganettes t- shirts will be wom for both the parade and recital. A new t -shirt design will be available this year. The old style shirts can still be used. •If ordering a t -shirt, please indicate size when registering. Sizes are: Youth S (6-8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16), Adult S, M, L, XL. NOTE: Participants registering before the registration deadline will receive their t- shirts the first week of the program. If registering after June 6, t- shirts may not be available until the parade. DATES: June 15 - July 29, 1994 (No dass scheduled on July 4, 1994.) TIMES & LOCATIONS: *Oak Ridge Elementary School (Mon & Wed) Section 1: Ages 5 -7 1:00 -2:00 PM Section 2: Ages 8-16 2:00 -3:30 PM +Woodland Elementary School (Tues & Thurs) Section 3: Section 4: *Section 5: *Section 6: *Morning Classes (registration is limited for these 2 classes) TENTATIVE REHEARSAL AND RECITAL SCHEDULE: Tuesday, August 2 Dress Rehearsal 10:00 -11:30 AM Wednesday, August 3 Recital #1 1:00 PM Thursday, August 4 Recital #2 7:00 PM FEE: $30 without Eaganettes t -shirt S35 with Eaganettes t -shirt Ages 5 -7 1:00 -2:00 PM Ages 8-12 2:00 -3:30 PM Ages 5 -7 9:00 -10:00 AM Ages 8-12 10:00 -11:30 AM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 6, 1994 DANCE & MOVEMENT FOR BOYS In this new dass boys ages 5 -12 will learn how to dance and move in their own way. Movement and dance routines set to music will be the emphasis. An excellent program to help develop balance, coordination and self - esteem. Participants will learn a marching routine and a dance routine and will have the opportunity to present them in the 4th of July parade and a year -end recital respectively (to be coordinated with the Eaganettes program). A newly designed t -shirt will be induded in the fee (optional). If ordering a t -shirt, please indicate size when ordering: Youth S (6-8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16), Adult S, M, L, XL. Space is limited and pre registration is required NOTE: Participants registering before the registration deadline will receive their t- shirts the first week of the program. If registering after June 6, t- shirts may not be available until the parade. DATES: June 16 - July 29, 1994 (No class scheduled on July 4, 1994) TENTATIVE REHEARSAL & RECITAL DATES: Tuesday, August 2 Dress Rehearsal 10:00 -11:30 AM Wednesday, August 3 Recital #1 1:00 PM Allk Thursday, August 4 Recital #2 7:00 PM TIMES & LOCATIONS: *Woodland Elementary School Gym, 945 Wescott Road Section 1: 9:00 - 10:00 AM *Oak Ridge Elementary School Gym, 4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Road Section 2: 10:15 -11:15 AM FEE: $30 without Eaganettes t -shirt $35 with Eaganettes t -shirt (Mon & Wed) (Tues & Thurs) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 6, 1994 1994 JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAM INVER WOOD GOLF COURSE Youth ages 12 to 17 who wish to participate in golf clinics, instructional programs or a Junior League may obtain information about the Inver Wood program from Eagan Parks and Recreation. Activity begins soon after school is out. You may pick up registration materials at the Eagan Municipal Center or if it is more convenient, call the Department at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535, for assistance. announcements, bus: tunes that will happen: feat communi i e;$ease n SPECIAL CARNIVAL AND PICNIC Sponsored by SORR (South of the River Recreators) Join us for a fun carnival with clowns, games and prizes followed by a picnic (hot dogs, potato chips, cookies and pop). The carnival is sponsored by the Parks & Recreation Departments from Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage. Registration is limited So sign up earEy! DATE: Tuesday, August 23, 1994 TIMES 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM FEE: $5 per participant (make check payable to City of Burnsville) FOR: Persons ages 6-18 with disabilities. Staff to participant ratio -- 5:1. LOCATION: Apple Valley Community Center 14603 Hayes Road, Apple Valley TO REGISTER: A separate registration form must be filled out for this program. Forms are available at the Eagan Municipal Center. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 12, 1994 EAGAN SENIORS Eagan Seniors meet several times each month to visit with old friends, to welcome new seniors to the community and to have fun. A variety of activities are planned A popular gathering is the Seniors Coffee Club. During the summer, seniors meet on the third Tuesday morning of the month at 9:00 AM at the McDonald's restaurant on Silver Bell Road. Owner /operators Kay and Tom Butler and McDonald's staff, Peggy Knudsen d Phyllis Lange have been instrumental in the development of this activity. Eagan Seniors meet at Oak Woods of Eagan and the Community Room of the Fire Administration Building. Residents from Oak Woods and seniors from the community enjoy planning joint activities. Among the seniors' typical programs...the annual picnic in June, lunches at local restaurants, hosting guest speakers or entertainers such as a banjoist, storyteller or the like. The group plays bingo or cards occasionally. If you are an Eagan Senior, life -long resident or new to the community, you are invited to participate. Call Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535, to receive the monthly activity mailing. ecreation Happenings: Hotline; uickly hear specific: information Today's ctvtess Weather: related activity each dap lc S Info rmation concernin activities wide recr eation ;program nall uWoo n: : eservattons for pavrlYOns Seaso O r F ., tY ]info rnva tio Stus ofb availa opera time tl us general nrnf orma tran lnne. Ilow to resew ester S uilditng/F acilily 8e�erva�tou 'Th "hcn to" of r San �aeyl�ll acid tennis e a facility is outlined: S tmatlon: shelter buil bsllfieids the year, information about the fadllties available for reservations will; Reglstratian I formaf an: date, tim e, location for; th f ti tlott earl class openings or availa Youth Athletic Assoc3a �" hotline telephone n d as e start o re a on program registry ble space wrlI be provi from time to lio aformatl umbers f youth athleti providle VOLUNTEERS Adults and youth ages 14 and older are encouraged to become volunteers with the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department. A variety of volunteer opportunities are available. Chaperoning field trips, assisting in programs or providing auxiliary assistance are just some of the examples. Interested individuals may call the Department at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535). PS Ca CAMP CREATIVE Imagination and creativity rule in this popular program. Different, original, wacky, new, unique! All ideas are fair game during seven wild Fridays. Register for any or all of the fun. Pre- registration is required and space is limited June 17: June 24: "Pirates of the Carib- eagan" Hunt for treasures, group problem solving, new games and more! "Act Your Age" Drama, jokes, mime, juggling, magic, story telling. (No meeting July 1, 1994.) July 8: "FI"V - Future TV" Produce videos, commercials, new shows for television in the year 2000 and beyond! Invention ideas, too! July 15: "Sound of Music" Karaoke, instruments, write new songs, be on radio. July 22: "What a Mess" Come dressed in grubbies and/or swimsuit. You won't regret it. July 29: "Art and Soul" Draw, sculpt, paint and creative writing. August 5: "Taste of Eagan" Food frolic decorating, tasting, carving and creating. TIME: Section 1 (Ages 6-9) 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Section 2 (Ages 8-15) 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM LOCATION: Rahn Park Building, 4425 Sandstone Drive (Across Sandstone from Rahn Elementary School; by the hockey rinks.) FEE: 625 for all seven weeks 65 per Friday REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 PM, Friday, June 10, 1994 (Also, as space permits, by 4:30 PM of the Wednesday prior to each Friday.) PIONEER CAMP Pioneer children lived a very different life than today's kids! Boys and girls ages 6-12 will experience a diverse variety of projects, games, foods and more. The activities will include making and eating "pioneer fast - food", playing pioneer games and making a homemade craft. These activities will offer you a glimpse of what pioneer life may have been like. Come and join us for a look into the past Registration is limited Sign up early. DATES: TIMES: LOCATION: FEE: Monday & Tuesday, August 1 & 2, 1994 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Trapp Farm Park, 341 Wilderness Run Road 618 per child REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 18, 1994 SPORTS & GAMES CAMP Coming this summer....sports, games, fun and excitement for 6-12 year olds. Camp participants will explore all different sports and games including basketball, softball, soccer and other traditional games. New games, adventure games, water games and everyone's favorite games will keep all participants active. Camp meets rain or shine and will provide a low competitive atmosphere for developing introductory skills, positive self image and recreational interests. A beverage will be provided each day. A camp T -shirt and photo are included in the fee. Camp for 6 year olds. DATES: Monday - Friday, August 1 -5, 1994 TIMES: 9:00 AM - Noon LOCATION:' Tl omas< Lake Park: Pavili on :.:::.:.: RE IST tA` ION DEADLINE: ...................................................................................................................................................... ............................... 44 25 Pilot::I!rtt R CA I ... ................... ...................... ...................... ...................... ...................... ...................... ...................... join us for three dai of learn g abput nature The camp combings; fun Ieaming eriences TaturalistTit .undahl wil lead `you tI rough making bug houses. Other activities maytndui a leaf printing a crimp games Campers should bring a light colored pattemed t- shirt mn the fh: each day, A beverage w i l be prov de l. ,ctzvities are held o tr oors,:so Chad tr bye com feted R: utter tbrougb ag ......................................................................................................................:: ....:...::.....:....:::...:.... LOCATION: Section 1: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road Section 2 Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road FEE: 635 (When registering, please indicate T -shirt size.) Youth S (6-8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16) AdultS,M,L,XL REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 18, 1994 • EAGAN YOUTH SAFETY CAMP FOR 8 & 9 YEAR OLDS Come and find out how 911 works! Slide down a waterslide fed by an Eagan Fire Truck! See a K -9 dog in action! Look through an ambulance and experience Operation Lifesaver, Water Safety and Animal Control Safety. Recreation breaks will happen throughout the day. Members of the Eagan Fire, Police and Parks & Recreation Departments are co-sponsoring this exciting program designed to have fun while leaming. Lunch, snacks and beverages will be provided each day. A t -shirt is included. Camp will be held rain or shine. Activities will be held outdoors or in the pavilion, so dress appropriately for the weather! Participants should bring a change of clothes, beach towel and tennis shoes that can get wet each day! The last day will feature a picnic supper and ceremony for all campers and their families. When registering, please indicate how many from your family will attend the picnic. Please indicate t -shirt size when registering. Sizes are Youth S (6-8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16); Adult S, M, L, XL. Registration is iimite4 so sign up earlyl DATES: August 8, 9 & 10, 1994 TIMES: 8:00 AM -4:30 PM (August 10th: 5:00 PM, Family & Picnic Ceremony) LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $25 (includes all food, t -shirt, activities, supervision and family picnic supper) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 18, 1994 all Parks :and Re roation at 681 :4 660 (TD 45h 4 8535) a t least three weeks prior to the: dateof t event. Court availability wil be verified Fees are due ' vithi 48 hours cif the inquiry The reservation is recorded upon receipt of the 535); TENNIS COURT D VOLLEYBALL COU RESERVAT1Ot Tennis courts and sand volleyball :co are ava or casual play on a first come, first served basis Th tandard : expend courtesy is that play is lu»tted to hour whin people are waiting to get onto the court addition,, the exchange occurs on the lour Courts can lie reserved forleagues, tournaments or A fee of $2 per; hour per court is charged.; ire posted at the courts Events as; • • to independent leagues require a certificate SAM ......................... o reserve co DAY CAMP Day Camp is an experience in a variety of outdoor activities including camping skills, fire safety and outdoor cooking. The day camp is held at Camp Sacajawea, which is a beautiful site provided by Dakota County. Camp Sacajawea is located approximately 1 mile south of Eagan on Pilot Knob Road and County Road 38. On Thursday night, the parents of the campers are invited to have dinner with their children at camp. Following dinner, the campers will have the opportunity to camp out ovemight. Youth will be divided in age groups for camp activities. Day Camp is for youth ages 7 -12 DATE: Monday - Thursday, August 15 -18, 1994 TIME: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (plus Thursday ovemight) LOCATION: Camp Sacajawea (Pilot Knob Road & County Road 38) FEE: $40 per child REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 25, 1994 it and Recreation -1. 4660 (TDI '454 - three we eks p rior to the date of the event availab will be verified. s are due within 48 hours of the inq reservation is recorded upon receipt YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS Youth ages 6-14 are invited to try their hand at the game of tennis. The lessons will provide challenging skills to leam and practice, improve eye -hand coordination and offer the opportunity to be with friends. Classes are organized by age groupings. Lessons will meet for one hour per day for one week at neighborhood park tennis courts. The Monday through Friday format will concentrate leaming over a short period of time for improved skill development. Tennis balls are provided. Participants are to provide their own rackets. Class size is limited. Pre - registration is required. **A limited number of rackets are available to be loaned to children in lessons. FEE: $20 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: The Wednesday prior to the start of a session. (Example: June 8 for June 13-17 lessons, etc.) SOU' JUNIOR TERM TEI Recognized by; the. [tilted Stab Local:! Excellence Prom , The J otToritii . Play�ss w can co-ed matches are also planned High School League cuia petition is one; planned font: a summer The coaching staf man es that!challenge the abilities of Jtania participants Membership �s USTA ("United Stats T. nnis Association) i available to Junior Team Tennis Play +ers Participation in USIA sanctioned tournaments is available; to league players':. Sparce:is limned pi a registration is required ho register! to parttcip� teas byt t ie coaching will be held;at the N orthvie: v At R UTH TENNIS USTA JUNIOR TENNIS EAGAN SATELLITE TOURNAMENT Eagan Parks & Recreation is hosting a USTA Sanctioned Junior Tennis Toumament at the Northview Athletic Courts. Youth from Eagan and throughout the metro area are anticipated participants. The tournament offers singles and doubles play for girls and boys. USTA age groupings will be observed. Singles participants are guaranteed two matches. Doubles play is single elimination. DATES: July 15, 16 and 17, 1994 TIME: Determined by the draw LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts AGES: 10 and Under 12 and Under 14 and Under 16 and Under FEE: Singles $12 Doubles 118 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 8, 1994 LOCATION DATE Tots AGES • une 13 - 17 9:00 10:00 AM '' 6, 7 & 8 00 ...I700AM 9, &11 11:00 Noon 10 <> 9, 10 & 11 9 ;010 1.0;40 AM 12,13 & 10200 111:0(0A ii 9,10 &11 June 27 -July 1 90 10; 00 A1wi !; 9, 10 & 6, 7 & 8 11 10 I IIOAM 12,13 &1 11;00 Noon July 11 -15 9:00 10;00AM!• 6, &8 10:00 U OQ AM.: : > ! 9,10 & 11 11:00 Noon 12, 13 &14 July 18-22 9:00 - 10 :Q(1 AM 9, 10 & 11 10.:00 II :OQAM::;,. 12, 13 &14 11:00-Noon 6, 7 & 8 ORTIIVIEVI AND July 25 - .O T' NOB PARKS 9,00 10 AM 9, & 11 I0'OO II OO AM 6,7&8 11100 Noon 9, 10 & 11 SOUTH OF THE RIVER JUNIOR TENNIS CAMPS Recognized by the United Stats Tennis Association as a Local Excellence Program. South of the River Junior Tennis Camps are designed for high school and junior high/middle school age tennis enthusiasts. Sharpen up your game and stay in tennis shape during the summer. During camp, each player will receive extensive drills on skills, will focus on technique and form and will experience aerobic and anaerobic conditioning. Strategy, tactics and mental toughness will be stressed. A season - ending tournament will be offered in late July. Registration flyers will be distributed at the camps. Tennis balls are provided Participants are to provide their own rackets. Space is limited pre- registration is required DATES: Session I June 13 -29, 1994 M, T & W Session 2 July 11 -27, 994 M, T & W Session 3 August 1 -11, 1994 M, T, W & TH TIMES: 12:30 - 2:30 PM Ages 12, 13 & 14 2:30 - 4:30 PM Ages 15, 16, 17 & 18 T - SHIRT SIZES: Adult S, M, L and X L LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts FEE: $35 for one session $55 for two sessions $75 for three sessions REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session 1 June 8, 1994 Session 2 July 6, 1994 Session 3 July 27, 1994 r IN -LINE SKATING LESSONS This simmer, hit the pavement rolling into the fast - growing, street streaking, asphalt- kicking sensation of in -line roller skating. Loads of fun, action and exercise. Learn the skills necessary to "skate smart" along with the proper use of safety equipment and skate maintenance. John Glynn is a Level II certified instructor through the Intemational In -Line Skating Association. All ages are welcome! Beginners will learn the forward stride, turning and stopping. Intermediate skaters will team how to improve their stride, do cross -over turns, backward skating, lunge turns, power slides, t -stops and more. Skate rental is available through Mendota Bike and Fitness, 1040 West Highway 110, at a special discounted price of 510 for four days, including helmet, wrist guards, elbow pads and knee pads (dass receipt is required). A helmet is required. Space is limited and pre- registration is required DATES AND TIMES: $ession I :• June 13, 14, 15 (Rain make -up is June 16) Section 1: Beginners 5:30 - 6:15 PM Section 2: Beginners 6:30 - 7:15 PM Section 3: Adult Beginners 7:30 - 8:15 PM $ession IL June 20, 21, 22 (Rain make -up is June 23) Section 4: Beginners 5:30 - 6:15 PM Section 5: Intermediates 6:30 - 7:15 PM Section 6: Adult Beginners 7:30 - 8:15 PM LOCATION: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota parking lot, south end near Blackhawk Road and Blue Cross Road. FEE: t15 per person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session I - June 10, 1994 Session II - June 17, 1994 J .:. HERSHEY'S NATIONAL TRACK & FIELD YOUTH PROGRAM "Hershey Track" is a national track and field youth program for boys and girls ages 9-14. Meets are conducted at local, district and state levels in June and July. The national meet is held in Hershey, PA in late August. The purpose of the program is to promote physical fitness and participation for the youth of America. A district meet will be held on June 24, 1994 at an Eagan site to be anounced. Participants from this meet will advance to the state meet sponsored by the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association. Age categories: 9 & 10, 11 & 12 and 13 & 14 (based on a youth's age as of December 31, 1994). EVENTS: Track Field 50 Meter Dash 100 Meter Dash 200 Meter Dash 400 Meter Dash 4 x 100 Meter Relay 800 Meter Run 1,600 Meter Run Standing Long Jump Softball Throw TO REGISTER: Register with your local Parks & Recreation Department. FEE: 52 (paid at check -in at the meet) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 17, 1994 I ! 5 j` I 'l f 1,11: 'IN1�i' it ' l !r ii1 vi�l:�': =iliilil! II Youth and teens are encouraged to participate in a fun program designed especially for them. Field trips to various locations around the Twin Cities are what make this program exciting. The program is supervised by trained staff and is an opportunity for friends to get together for a fun -filled day. Sign up for one or all events. Registration will begin on May 14 at the Eagan Municipal Center. *Please note age range on each trip. Space is limited and pre- registration and parent or guardian permission slips are required e156w CAVE 7R1P For youth ages 7 -12. Experience the mysterious world of caves and caverns at the Crystal Cave this summer. We'll go underground to see stalagmites, sparking quartz crystals and animals that live in caves. After the tour there will be time to stop in the souvenir shop and then we'll have lunch in the picnic area. Bring a bag lunch. It is recommended that all participants bring a jacket and wear socks and shoes. DIAL a Friday, June 17, 1994 /Bridle Ridge Park 3990 Elrene Road 8:45 AM 2:45 PM pCarnelian Park 1800 Carnelian Lane 9:00 AM 2:30 PM FEE. $10 (indudes transportation, admission and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 10, 1994 141mA Edam' RICHFIELD POOL AND M M For youth and teens ages 11-15 Have fun in the sun as we go to the mini -golf facility in Richfield. We'll play 18 holes of mini -golf followed by a picnic lunch in the park. Bring a bag lunch or extra money for the concession stand. After lunch we'll spend the afternoon at the pool and waterslide. DATE. Friday, July 15, 1994 TIMES q. LOCATION. /Carnelian Park 1800 Camelian Ln 9:45 AM 3:45 PM FEE. $10 (indudes 1 round of mini -golf, 6 waterslide rides, pool admission, transportation and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE~ Friday, July 8, 1994 r F oo� I ut h "and te ens a ges 71 -15. A great way to beat the heat! Enjoy the cool flowing fun of floating down the Apple River. Get your friends rounded up for this exciting tubing trek. Included in this extravaganza is one free ride down the River's Edge giant water slide. Don't forget your old tennis shoes, swimsuits and suntan lotion. (Make sure to bring a bag lunch or money to buy refreshments.) DAB Friday, gust 5, 1994 LOCATION. 14641 &Attie& 4:30 PM 9:30 AM FED REG DATE August 19, 1994 FE& 19.50 per person (plus tube rental) REGISTRATION DEADLINE. Friday, August 12,1994 For youth`ans age -15. Get out your cowboy boots and hat for a morning of horseback riding at Diamond -T Ranch in Eagan. We will have a picnic lunch of hot dogs, chips and pop at the ranch. Join us for a real western day! DATE. q. Friday, p4 June 24, 1994 TIMES gglitiefi yCamelian Park 1800 Carnelian Lane 10:30 AM 2:00 PM FEE. $16 (indudes horseback ride, picnic lunch, transportation and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADUNE. Friday, June 17,1994 o h an For y eens age s8 -15 Come to Beaver Mountain in Burnsville to enjoy a wonderful day of mini - golfing and watersliding. Don't miss the NEW Chute and Caterpillar! Make sure you bring or wear a swimsuit and towel. Participants should pack a bag lunch or bring extra money to buy lunch. DATE Frida , my 22, 1994 TIMES a to(W rON. I/Bridle Ridge Park 3990 Elrene Road 11:15 AM 3:15 PM iCamelian Park 1800 Carnelian Lane 11:30 AM 3:00 PM FEE. t11 (indudes 1 round of mini - golfing, unlimited waterslide, transportation and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE. Friday, July 15,1994 Fo n "77 -15. Join us for a fun afternoon of bowling at City Limits Bowling Alley in Rosemount. Bring extra money for food and beverages. DATE. Friday, August 12, 1994 TIMES a. LOCATION. 1/Camelian Park 1800 Carnelian Lane 12:45 PM 4:15 PM FES $8 per participant REGISTRATION DEADLINE. August 5, 1994 t/Carnelian Park P 1800 Carnelian Lane F or youth and teens ages 11 -15. OOL $12 The Wave Pool at Bunker Hills Regional Park in Coon Rapids /SIRATION DEADLINE. Friday, July 29, 1994 at Noon provides the latest in water recreation. A computerized machine creates a current of air that can generate 4 styles of waves up to 4 feet high. The depth of the pool ranges from 1 inch to 6 feet. Please note: cut -offs, t- shirts or jewelry are not allowed in the pool. Bring extra money for lunch at the concession stand. Food is not allowed in the pool area. Tube rental is t2 for two hours. Lockers are available for an extra fee. TIMES a. LOCATIONS. li amelian Park 1800 Carnelian Lane i/Bridle Ridge Park 3990 Elrene Road 8:45 AM 8:30 AM ggehemi 4:00 PM 4:15 PM 1111111111 ''ii�Il Y c liI i � i,! itl ADULT TENNIS LESSONS Learn a lifetime sport. Tennis lessons are offered to adults at the beginner and beginner 2 level. Beginners are individuals who have never played or have played "at the game ", but never had a lesson. Beginner 2's have previously taken beginner lessons. In addition, drills are offered to the experienced player. Each dass meets twice a week for one hour for three weeks. Tennis balls are provided. Participants are to provide their own rackets. Class size is limited Pre registration is required SESSION I: Monday & Wednesday, June 13 - June 29, 1994 Oak Chase Park Section 1: 6:30 -7:30 PM Beginner Section 2• 7:30 -8:30 PM Beginner SESSION lb Monday & Friday, June 20 - June 24, 1994 Northview Park Section 3: 9:00 -10:00 AM Beginner Section 4: 10:00 -11:00 AM Beginner 2 Section 5: 11:00 -Noon Drills SESSION III: Monday & Wednesday, July 11 - July 27, 1994 Oak Chase Park Section 6: 6:30 -7:30 PM Beginner Section 7: 7:30 -8:30 PM Beginner 2 SESSION IV: Monday & Friday, July 18 - July 22, 1994 Northview Park Section 8: Drills Section 9: Beginner Section 10: Beginner 2 EAGAN MEN'S TENNIS LEAGUE The Department of Parks & Recreation offers an open tennis league for men. Matches will be played on Tuesday evenings, based primarily at the Northview Athletic tennis courts. Additional courts will be reserved as needed. Doubles and singles competition will be incorporated into the league schedule. A handicap system will be offered to equalize play. A fee of $5 per participant will be charged to cover the costs of administering the league. The fee is due at the organizational meeting. If you are interested in playing in the Eagan Men's Tennis League, call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING Tuesday, May 31, 1994 TIME: 7:00 PM SOUTH OF THE RIVER TEAM TENNIS Team tennis is a co- recreational league for adults. Teams in the South of the River League are comprised of co- workers, couples, neighbors or a team formed from the draft list. Team rosters hold a minimum of two men and two women. The maximum team size is 5 men and 5 women. Competitive and recreational divisions are offered. Teams from Eagan, Apple Valley, Bumsville, Farmington, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage are invited to join the league. No ad scoring is used. Matches are comprised of men's and women's doubles and one or two sets of mixed doubles. The match score is the sum of all games won. No ad scoring allows a match to typically be completed in two hours. Tennis courts in Eagan form the center of the league's Wednesday evening play. Subject to demographics of the league, courts in other communities may also be used. An organizational meeting will be held to enter teams into the league, assess levels of skill and to organize "draft" teams. If you have a new team or want your name placed on the draft list, call Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. Those who have called will receive team roster materials prior to the meeting. MEETING DATE: Wednesday, May 18, 1994 LOCATION: Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road TIME: 7:00 PM LEAGUE FEES: $10 per player (due on May 18, 1994) Call in registration by Monday, May 14 1994. LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park Shelter Building Northview Park Road at Elrene Rd LEAGUE FEES: $5 per player (due on May 24, 1994) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Call in registration by Monday, May 23, 1994. GOLF LESSONS Spruce up your golf game in the spring and enjoy a full summer of long drives and approach shots that bring you birdie putts. Classes are small to ensure individual attention. The lessons consist of 5 one hour sessions. Four classes focus on the golf swing, concentrating on the woods and 5 iron. The last dass covers the rules, etiquette, equipment, putting and chipping. Troon Golf Learning Center, located on the comer of Highway 13 and County Road 42 (4 miles west of Burnsville Center) is the lesson site. The facility's focus and design is on lessons. Class participants will incur additional cost for a bucket of balls for each lesson. The registration fee covers administrative and instructor costs. Class size is limited Pre- registration is required DATES & TIMES: Session I :• May 16 - Tune 1 (Monday & Wednesday) No class on Memorial Day. Section 1: Section 2: May 17 Section Section Session T•Tune 20 - Section Section Section Tune 21 Section Section Section 6:00 -7:00 PM 7:00 -8:00 PM - June 2 (Tuesday & Thursday) 3: 6:00 -7:00 PM 4: 7:00 -8:00 PM July 6 (Monday & Wednesday) 5: 6:00 -7:00 PM 6: 7:00 -8:00 PM 7: 8:00 -9:00 PM - July 5 (Tuesday & Thursday) 8: 6:00 -7:00 PM 9: 7:00 -8:00 PM 10: 8:00 -9:00 PM LOCATION: Troon Golf Learning Center FEE: 837 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session I - May 9, 1994 Session II - June 15, 1994 TOUCH FOOTBALL Mark your calendars or miss out! Organize your team now for this fall tradition. The cool autumn action is available for: Seven -Man Sanctioned Touch Football Co-Rec Flag Football Registration materials will be available after June 27, 1994. Contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. A mandatory managers meeting will be held for registered teams on Thursday, August 18, at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Individuals wishing to get on a team or willing to form one can be placed on an available players list. Play begins on August 31. DATE: TIME: 3 -ON -3 OUTDOOR BASKETBALL Hit the court running under the sun with the 3 -on -3 Basketball League. Played on the smaller hardcourts in neighborhood parks, the end -to-end action creates a lot of scoring and gets you into shape fast. This is an unoffidated league meant for those players looking for a good workout and a friendly game. Space is limited, register early. Play begins Monday, June 13. Eight Mondays are planned. Game times are 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 PM LOCATIONS: Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road (Tentative site& Otber sites may be used depending on the number of team&) FEE: 860 per team, 19 years and older 840 per team, 18 years and younger REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 3, 1994 Registration materials are available by stopping in or calling Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. A mandatory manager's meeting will be held Monday, June 6, at 7:00 PM in the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Individuals wishing to get on a team or willing to form a team can have their names placed on an available pla list. FALL SOFTBALL Mark your calendar or miss out on the fun of Fall softball. More and more players enjoy the cooler temperatures and low key atmosphere of "Fall Ball". This year, all teams will be sanctioned and be eligible for co-rec 11/12" and men's Fall State Tournaments. Leagues offered include: Men's Doubleheaders, Mondays Co-Rec 11/12 ", Tuesdays Women's Open, Tuesdays Men's Open, Tuesdays Men's Open, Wednesdays All games are played at Northview Athletic Fields. Play begins August 15, 16 and 17 and ends in early October. Registration materials will be available after June 27 1994. Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. A mandatory manager's meeting will be held Wednesday, August 10. Individuals wishing to get on a team or willing to form a team can have their names placed on an available players list. • UNOFFICIATED RECREATIONAL SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES The Eagan Parks and Recreation Department is offering unofficiated recreational Sand Volleyball League play this summer. The leagues are for men, women and teens who want to play recreational volleyball during the summer months. Registrations are accepted by teams only; however, if you are interested in getting on a team, an available players list has been established. The season will be approximately 8 weeks long. Teams are currently being accepted on a first come, first served basis. Receipt of your roster and entry fee will reserve a spot for your team. Managers of prospective new teams should contact Eagan Parks and Recreation Department at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) by May 20, 1994 for registration materials. LEAGUE NIGHT OF PLAY: Monday - Co Recreational League Friday - Co Recreational League Managers meeting June 1, 1994 Eagan Municipal Center 7:00 PM DATES: Play begins the week of June 13, 1994 Was: Between 6:00 -9:00 PM LOCATION: Rahn Athletic Fields FEE: *60 per team (reduced rate for teens, *30 per team) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, Friday, May 27, 1994 Adult volleyball le will be offered this fall. Leagues offered are as follows: Men's Power Officiated Women's Power Officiated Co-Ed Power Officiated Co-Ed Recreational Registration information will be available after • August 1, 1994. Please call the Parks and Recreation Department after this date at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. Office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. 1 :q Phi ST. PAUL SAINTS BASEBALL Professional baseball at its outdoor best. The hottest ticket in town is now available to you! See the Saints with Leon Durham and Eddie Ortega as they prohibit the Thunder Bay Whiskey Jacks. Leave the driving and parking headaches to us and enjoy the game. Bring your suntan lotion! Space is limited, so register early. There are no refunds if the game is postponed, but you can exchange the ticket for another game on your own. Partial refund of bus expense will occur. Those 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. General admission seating at St. Paul Municipal Stadium. DATE: Monday, July 18, 1994 TIME: Depart at 6:00 PM Return approximately 10:30 PM LOCATION: Depart and return at the Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road $6.50 per person Ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. REGISTRATION: Register May 14 through July 8 FALL BASKETBALL Adult basket leagues will be formed for the fall season in late August, early September. Leagues offered will include: 3 -On -3 Unofficiated 5 -On -5 Sanctioned, Officiated Registration information will be available after August 1, 1994. At that time, days, times and locations will be known. Call Eagan Parks and Recreation after August 1 at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. 4; 1it i t i �i� il ! P i!Itif , i �l1 !1!1 iii n . .. ,; ,,. ;,I11 11 1 ; 1 II a il iri l('I jt li � I l�i� �Q�I11 ill'll ) i p �; I � t ' Il k : � i�il iirll li ba l illi hl i6 REGISTRATION Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road Regular Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday -Friday In- person Mail -in Depository drop box Saturday, May 14, 1994 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, an in- person session. Registrations received prior to May 14, 1994, will be processed upon completion of the first day in- person session. May 16-20, 1994 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM June 13& 14, 1994 7:00 AM -6:00 PM Registration continues Monday through Friday during regular office hours, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. If you are registering for an activity for which there is no participant limit, you do not need to attend registration on opening day. Requests to change activity locations, sections or times for registrations already completed will be accommodated on a space available basis. Letters of confirmation are not sent. You should attend an activity for which you register as scheduled. You will be notified if changes are necessary. Registration fees for programs canceled 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 expense already expended. No refunds for team activities. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons 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. A limited amount of scholarship funding is available. For information, call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535). • C 0 g Z U d r d COO o 0. N py y e a A a 0 a d) a -8 : g z Z'° b U 3 a d e ". d) w H N d : d Q 0 o :a 1 e a A a U a - ti w •0 8 O e a N 4) .60 d) 4, A u e a 0 w F . s w V r s v e a ° u ° �i O i+ O > `t iii > . Is U V V e 0 A e a M 4 4) w 4) w F. 4 v 00 a N I 0 00 5 0 1 4 00 6 d z O 1 00 E Q PAGE 25 1W; U � ` o li o T' „ c ,0§ 9 ri —I—gel y '1 u % - 'O Milli 00 Sunday TEAMWORK Monday Tuesday Wednesday 1 Thursday 2 Friday 3 Saturday 4 5 BLACKHAWK PARK OPEN HOUSE 6 7 Men's Tennis League 8 9 10 11 Minn Aqua Fishing Clink 12 13 Tennis Lessons Tennis Can In -Line Skating Send Volleyball Wak/Bike Club 3 on 3 Bsktball 14 Comp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Can In -Line Skating Movies in the Park Mens Tennis League 15 c Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp In -Line Skating Movies in the Park Mens Tennis League Sunnier Programs 16 Camp Preschool Tiny Tots Tennis Lessons Jr.Tennis League Summer Progams 17 Can Preschool Tennis Lessons Jr.Tennis League Camp Creative Summer Fun Crystal Cave Sand Volleyball 18 19 20 c presch Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp In -Line Skating Summer Programs MensTennis League 3 on 3 Bsktball 21 Camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Cane Summer Programs MensTennis League 2 r p Preschool Tennis Lessons Camp Sof Caainp Summer Programs SORR TeamTennis Evening in Park 23 Camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Jr Softball Camp Sumner Proams g Pond a6keivrtwn Skimming 24 camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Jr .Tennis League Summer Fun Diamond T Hershey Track Meet Sand Volleyball 25 Latchkey Clinic 26 27 Camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp In -Line Skating Softball Can Summer Programs MensTennis League 3 on 3 Bsktball 28 Comp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp Softball Cane Summer Fo MensTennis League 29 Camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp Softball Camp Summer Programs SORR TeamTennis Evening in Park 30 Can Preschool Tennis Lessons Jr. Tennis League Softball Camp Summer Programs SIP -Leaps & Bounds PAGE 26 June, 1994 Sunday Monday 1 Tennis Carne Sports & Games Camp Pioneer Camp Sand Volleyball 3 on 3 BsktbaII Tuesday 2 Tennis Camp Sports & Games Camp Pioneer Camp Mens Tennis League Eaganettes Rehearsal Wednesday 3 Tennis Camp Sports & Games Camp Nature Camp Evening in Park Eaganettes Recital Thursday 4 Tennis Camp Sports & Games Camp Nature Camp Eaganettes Recital Friday `ports & Games Camp Camp Createive Nature Camp Fun Day -Apple River Sand Volleyball Saturday 6 CAPONI ART PARK PREVIEW 7 CAPONI ART PARK PREVIEW 8 Tiny Tots Camp Tennis Canp Safety Camp Environmental Art Can Sand Volleyball 3 on 3 BsktbaII Walk/Bike Chu `Tiny Tats Camp Tennis Canp Safety Camp Envrrorrnental Art Camp Movies in Park Mens Tennis League 1 in Tots Ply camp Tennis Camp Safety Camp Environentel Art Camp Fall Softball MgrMtg SORR Team Tennis 11 Tiny Tots Camp Tennis Camp Environmental Art Camp 12 Tiny Tots Camp Environmental Art Camp Fun Day-City imits Sand Volleyball 13 14 15 Tiny Tots Camp Day Camp 16 Tiny Tots Canp Day Canp 17 Tiny Tots Camp Day Canp SORR TearnTennis 18 Tiny Tots Camp Day Can Touch Football Managers Meeting 19 Tiny Tots Camp 20 21 22 Tiny Tots Canp 23 Tiny Tots Carp Special Carnival and Picnic 24 Tiny Tots Camp 25 Tiny Tots Camp 26 Tiny Tots Can 27 28 29 30 31 LEADERSHIP 27 Carrp Preschool Tennis Lesson Tennis Camp Sumner Programs Evening In Park SORR Team TEnnis 28 Camp Preschool Tennis Lesson JR Tennis League Sumner Programs SIP-Pizza Finale 29 Tennis Lesson JR Tennis League Camp Creative SAnd Volleyball Sunday COOPERATIVE Monday Tuesday BEHAVIOR Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 Tennis Lessons JR Tennis League Saturday 2 3 4 . % \\ j 5 Camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp Mens Tennis League Survner Proexams 6 Camp Preschool Tennis Lesson Sunnier Programs Evening in Perk SORB Team TEnnis 7 Summer Programs SIP-MN Twins Game 8 Camp Creative Sand Volleyball 9 10 11 Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp In -Lime Skating Sand Volleyball Wak/ lke Club 3 on 3 Bsktball 12 Camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp m Suer Programs Movies In the Park Mans Tennis League 13 Camp Preschool Tennis Lesson Tennis Camp Sunnier Pr Programs Evening in Park SORR Team TEnnis 14 Camp Preschool Tennis Lesson JR Tennis League mm Suer Programs SIP -Circus Arcade 15 , Little Bugger' Tennis Lesson Ce Tennis League Camp Creative Fun Day - Richfield Poo and Mini Golf SAnd Volleyball 16 �vrq s ' '•� ■ t... ' 17 USTA JR Tennis Tournament Thomas Lake Pointe Voksport Tried 18 Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp In -Line Skating Sand Volleyball WaklBike Cltb 3 on 3 BsktbaII St .Paul Saints Trip 19 Camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Caw Sumter Programs Mens Tennis League 20 Tennis Preschool s Lesson Tennis Camp Sumner Park in Evening in Park SORB Team TEnnis 21 Tennis Preschool l JR Tennis League 9 Summer Programs SIP -Picnic in Park 22 Tennis Lesson JR Tennis League Camp Creative Fun Day - Beaver Mtn SAnd Volleyball 23 24 31 25 Tennis ons Tennis Camp TeL In -Line Skating Sand Volleyball WaklBike Ckb 3 on 3 Bsktball 26 Camp Preschool Tennis Lessons Tennis Camp Summer Programs Mens Tennis League 27 Carrp Preschool Tennis Lesson Tennis Camp Sumner Programs Evening In Park SORR Team TEnnis 28 Camp Preschool Tennis Lesson JR Tennis League Sumner Programs SIP-Pizza Finale 29 Tennis Lesson JR Tennis League Camp Creative SAnd Volleyball 30 ri3e\ • JULY,1994 AUGUST, 1994 PAGE 27 The Lone Oak TOWN TALK • CITYSIDE Around Eagan May 1994 Regarding Eagan E -MAIL 681-4600 Apo, 454-8535 Eagan • • The walk - bridge at Blackhawk Community Park is just one way that this park is connecting the community. The bridge travels over Blackhawk lake providing access into the park for neighborhoods to the north and links about a mile of trails and walking paths together, through the park and around the waterline New park additions this summer will include a unique play structure molded from recycled materials and designed to be accessable to youngsters with physical disabilities. Look to page 4 to find out more about the park and its summer grand opening celebration! FEATURE STORIES IN THIS ISSUE: • PARKS SYSTEM PLAN GROWS WITH COMMUNITY • MEET AN EAGAN EMPLOYEE • TORNADO AWARENESS - -DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO? 1 2 I IN THIS ISSUE: Name choices cover BlackhawkPark bridge cover What's In A Name? 2 Meet Bob Kriha 3 Plant one on 'em 3 Parks system plan grows with community 4 Pond restoration begins 4 Coming to a park near you! 5 Airport Report 6 Volunteers to be recognized 6 Cable television schedule 6 Lake monitors ready for action 7 Good Fishing begins in your yard 7 Don't forget to water the trees 7 Tornado awareness— Do you know what to do? 8 City auction 8 Ice cream social 8 Making 9 -1 -1 work for you 9 Congratulations all around. 10 Oak wilt funds available 10 Forestry brochures give help to homeowners 11 S.T.S. program expanded 11 A nice thing to do 11 A nice thing to do 11 A nice thing to do 12 Building this summer? 13 So you want to get into politics 13 TT-IIS PUBLICATION IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER. 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. The regular Municipal Center hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m. What's in a Name? You may by now be wondering, what in the world is going on with the City newsletter? Well, we're working on making it more readable, more interesting and more helpful to Eagan residents. Part of the change is in trying to choose a name for the publication. You may remember that the last issue asked residents to submit ideas for change, and their suggestions for a new name. Evidently you were paying attention. We received more than 40 name suggestions from residents and City employees. Thanks for your ideas! We are now in the process of narrowing down the choices. The six names on the front cover are the choices that have been selected thus far. We would again like your help in choosing between these six so that the next newsletter in September can achieve a single identity. In choosing a name, we are trying to accomplish several goals. We would like the name to be easily remembered, to have "a nice ring to it," to help build a feeling of community and to be suitable for an official City publication. The Eagan City Council will assist in the final selection, but we would like to hear from you about what you would like this publication to be. Thanks in advance for your ideas! City of Eagan Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 The Lone Oak Tree ... the symbol of strength and growth in our community. Mayor: Thomas Egan Councilmembers: Pat Awada Shawn Hunter Sandra Masin Ted Wachter Bob' a the kind of guy who is there when you need him. He's the one who will show up on your doorstep when you have a water, sewer or utility dilemma. Bob's the one Bob Kriha provides a direct connection who responds between the City's Utilities division when water and Eagan residents. pressure is low, if you notice a sewer smell, or if there is a leak in or around the City system. Basically, Bob is the kind of guy you want to have around in a utility emergency! Bob started as a utility maintenance worker for the City of Eagan 14 years ago. He is certified in water, sewer and collection systems maintenance and can repair most functions of the water, sewer and utility systems. In addition to these skills, Bob now takes care of customer service. • In the past year, Bob's job has developed into a liaison position between Eagan residents and the utility division. "We were finding that there were a lot of situations when it was better to have a utility worker on site to determine what a problem might be," Bob explains, "Instead of making a resident explain over the phone, what he or she thought might be wrong. For example, if we get a call from someone saying `there's water gushing all over my basement from a pipe by the meter and...' That's not the kind of situation you want to let them figure out on their own, or explain over a phone line, so I go to the house, stop the water flow and do whatever I can to help." "Sometimes the situation involves a piece of equipment that the City is not responsible for like the water heater or a leaky toilet and we are not able to fix it for the resident, but they generally seem to appreciate knowing exactly what the problem is before they call the plumber, and I can check it out for them." "Bob provides a consistent and reliable customer service link between Eagan residents and the Utilities division" says Wayne Schwanz, Superintendent of Utilities. "By having his position in place, it frees up the other utility workers for general service calls, scheduled appointments, meter change -overs and the other projects that keep our division busy. We no longer have to pull people off of scheduled Meet Bob Kriha... your water and utility connection assignments to handle the emergencies or the situations that crop -up unexpectedly. Bob is assigned to handle those situations and it provides more convenience for the customer while making the division run more efficiently." This new system seems to be very successful. The City has gotten many positive comments from residents who appreciate this expanded and more convenient service. In fact, one woman who had a water valve break in her home, which Bob responded quickly to fix, called later to say Bob had been so helpful, and could she adopt him! Bob says he's not available for adoption, but he really does enjoy helping people and making their lives a little bit simpler. With each issue of this newsletter we will introduce another City employee and his or her function within the City. This will hopefully acquaint residents with some of the people you may come in contact with, and the jobs that they do. Plant one on 'em for a job well done! Another very successful Arbor Day program was held this year at South Oaks Park. With the help of many energetic Eagan residents, sixty oak trees and dozens of shrubs and perennials were landscaped into the park. This community park planting project is just one aspect of the City's Arbor Day celebrations. Other programs involved 1,000 third grade students in an educational and poster contest program and the sale of 1,000 bare root trees to Eagan residents during the annual tree sale. These very successful programs were made possible in part through the generous donations of area businesses and organizations. The Eagan Forestry Division would like to acknowledge these sponsors and thank them for their help in making the 1994 Arbor Month Celebration another great success! First Bank - Eagan West Publishing Company Coca -Cola, Midwest Bottling Bachman's Nursery Wholesale Center Cross Nurseries Inc. Grove Nursery Center Target Stores of Eagan Rainbow Foods McDonald's of Eagan Simek's Meats & Seafood Von Hanson's Meat Market Express Donuts Jerry's Garden Center Frank's Nursery and Crafts Eagan Garden Club Dakota County Electric Association Minnesota Department of Natural Resources 3 4 I A WALK IN THE PARKS Parks System Plan Grows with Community Children giggle and squeal as they push high into the summer sky, propelled in rhythmic motion by the hand of an attentive grown -up and a swing -set designed to outlast the bounds of childhood. On an adjacent walking path, arms pump and feet patter in a complimentary cadence to the surrounding nature. The smack of the baseball can be heard as it careens from the swift introduction of leather meeting wood, punctuated by the ensuing cheer from the crowd before the sound disseminates in the breeze. All of these sounds and images are provided daily, courtesy of the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department and the great array of equipment, facilities and structures that have been built and maintained in nearly 1200 acres of park property throughout Eagan. None of these programs or structures happen on their own, however. They are the result of a well designed and implemented master plan, compiled by the Eagan Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission, City staff and adopted by the Eagan City Council. This master plan, like the park system itself, is continually growing and changing to meet the needs of the community. This summer, a comprehensive update of the long -range Parks and Recreation System Plan is nearing completion. The updated plan will build upon the strengths of a previous Parks System Plan adopted in 1983, while addressing a number of emerging issues related to outdoor recreation, natural resources management and long -term financing. More than 44 play structures, 82 miles of trails and numerous tennis courts, builfields and soccer fields can be found in nearly 1200 acres of Eagan parkland. Make sure to get out and discover your community parks this summer! In December, a community forum was held to gain input from a broad cross- section of the community including individuals, community organizations and agencies with interests in the development of a strong park and recreation program within this community. Currently, the City's park planning consultant, Barton Aschman Associates, is compiling a draft of the chapters that inventory existing park facilities and trails. They will include a study of characteristics and demographics of this community, a needs and demands analysis, an outline of the standards that must be maintained within the parks and facilities and a forecasting study to determine future needs. Subsequent chapters will include reviews and analysis of recreational programs, natural resource management, recommendations for system policies, land acquisition and facility development, system funding and an overall visioning process. "Parks are a strong part of a community's growth and value," says Ken Vraa, Director of Eagan Parks and Recreation. "Maintaining an effective and viable Parks System Plan will benefit this community for generations to come." If you are interested in participating in the development of the Parks System Plan or would like more specific information, please contact the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department at 681 -4660. Restoration Phase Begins On Pond Improvement Projects With the digging done during the dead of winter, site restoration will soon begin on three pond improvement projects carried out by the City. The projects - the first located in Bur Oaks Park, the second located just north of Northview Park, and the third in southeastern Eagan - will benefit water quality in three of the City's recreational lakes. Thanks to the patience and cooperation of the residents adjacent to these projects, all went smoothly this winter. Site restoration - including replacement of sod and seeding - should be completed no later than mid -May. I PARK IT! Coming to a park � near you! Spring and summer are generally the time we anticipate delays and headaches because of construction, but when its park construction, the outlook is much brighter. We look forward to the neighborhood spirit and the laughter that are built along with the construction of a Community Park. Eagan's community spirit will be growing by leaps and bounds this summer if park construction is a factor! Lexington Diffley Athletic Site Earth moving began at the Lexington Diffley Athletic Site during the latter half of April. This first phase in construction of this Athletic Site has been in the planning stages since the early 80's when the City recognized the need for additional athletic facilities in this rapidly growing community. The first phase of development will provide the grading, seeding, entrance road and utilities to the 65 acre parcel. Future phases will provide for fencing, irrigation and concession buildings. When fully developed, the Lexington Diffley Athletic Site will feature six lighted softball fields, three regulation soccer fields, an informal play area and sand volleyball courts. Future phases of development will be dependent upon funding sources. Wescott Commons Park Construction also began in April on Wescott Commons Park. This park is located south of Yankee Doodle Road and west of Elrene Road. The one acre park is surrounded by Wescott Square Apartments; and because of the large number of children, will most likely be the most intensively used park in Eagan's entire system. The City was able to finance the construction of this park through a grant from the Housing and Urban Development Authority. ill When completed this summer, Wescott Commons will feature a playground, sandbox, basketball Maintaining healthy parks in a growing community is an ongoing task. Eagan Parks maintenance employees mow 385 acres of grass to enhance your enjoyment, while leaving about 800 natural acres to explore. This summer crews will be adding play equipment and athletic sites at four of Eagan's 50 community parks. hardcourt, grassed volleyball area, picnic tables, plaza and pedestrian trail. Landscaping is scheduled for the Fall of 1994 and Spring of 1995. North Bur Oaks Park New playground equipment and benches will also be installed in North Bur Oaks Park during the summer of 1994. This portion of Bur Oaks Park was originally constructed in the mid -70's and much of the equipment now in place is worn and does not meet current safety standards. Blackhawk Community Park Completion of the second phase of landscaping at Blackhawk Park will also be underway during the Spring months of this year. Two hundred -fifty trees were planted in the Fall of 1993 in anticipation of an additional 200 trees and shrubs to be planted this Spring. The park will have its official opening in June of this year. Additional construction activities, which will include a park pavilion, are anticipated as early as 1995. THE CITY OF EAGAN IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Eagan's Rotary Club will be assisting the City in the development of a new playground for Blackhawk Community Park. As part of this park development program, a major playground will be installed in 1994. The playground will be designed with many unique features. The new playground equipment will meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) legislation and the new Consumer Product Safety Guidelines. The play structure will be accessible to children affected by physical disabilities, induding those who use wheelchairs. In addition to meeting these new standards, the roof, walls, decks and posts of the play equipment modules will be developed out of materials that are 85% recyded or reclaimed materials. The Eagan Rotary Club will support this significant project through a donation of financial support and by participating in the labor of installation and construction of this playground. The City anticipates that the playground will be completed by late July of this year, but a preview can be had at the Grand Opening Celebration to be held June 5th, at the park from 1 -4 p.m. 5 6 1 AIRPORT REPORT Does Calling the Airport Really Help? You're probably aware that it is spring. Those who are affected by aircraft noise are probably also aware that it is open window season. Each year when warm weather arrives, residents open up their houses to bring a bit of the outside, in. Unfortunately, aircraft noise may be one of those things you would prefer to leave outside. The City makes an effort to ensure that those who wish to complain about noise know how to do so. That is why we publish the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) complaint number - 726 -9411. We do not want to create a problem where one does not exist, but where it does, residents should be informed. Occasionally, residents ask whether calling the complaint number does any good. In simple terms, it does. Although, it may not do so as directly as we might like. Calls received by the MAC complaint line are logged by location and type and a monthly report is prepared which shows totals by location, type and community. This information is reviewed by the Metropolitan Aircraft Sound Advisory Council (MASAC), an advisory body to the MAC, as a means of analyzing the noise nuisance experienced around the airport. In this way, it is very helpful, because decision makers are more likely to respond to problems which appear in the reports. Monthly program schedule of City meetings on Channel #16: CITY COUNCIL Cablecast Live 1st & 3rd Tuesday 6:30 p.m Recablecast Following Wed. 10:30 a.m Recablecast Following Wed. 5:00 p.m. PARK & REC COMMISSION CABLE COMMISSION PLANNING COMMISSION AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMITTEE Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast 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. 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. MASAC and the MAC consider a variety of noise information in addition to complaints; however, noise monitoring and modeling reports help quantify actual impacts. Operations numbers and flight track maps show where concentrations of noise are the greatest. Complaint information is considered in this context so that areas do not try to "stuff the complaint box," so to speak. Complaint operators cannot contact the tower to request an immediate change in operations in response to a call. They cannot contact air carriers concerning particular flights. They can explain what runways are being used and what circumstances might contribute to the noise impacts you are experiencing, in addition to logging your complaint. As a result, it is appropriate to look at using the complaint line as chicken soup. It may not fix the problem, but it can't hurt. It is also like voting. One problem may seem to be too small to notice, but if everyone felt that way, it would appear that no one is bothered at all. If you are bothered by an aircraft noise event, note the time of day, your location and as much as you can about the aircraft and direction of flight and call the MAC Noise Complaint Hotline at 726 -9411. You may also write to the Metropolitan Airports Commission at 6040 28th Ave. So., Minneapolis, MN 55450. Volunteers to be Recognized Each year, hundreds of hours of service are contributed to the City by volunteers. Citizens volunteer to serve on advisory commissions and committees. Other citizens serve as volunteer firefighters; as lake quality monitors; as gardeners; planting flowers at City facilities; and for numerous other tasks the City requires. Traditionally, the City Council and staff hold a Volunteer Recognition Ceremony during the month of April. Beginning this year, however, the City will formally recognize volunteers as a part of the City-wide Community Service Open House, held in September. We appreciate all that our volunteers help us to achieve and want to make this a special event. Watch for more details in the September newsletter. I WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE Lake Monitors • Ready For Action • For about 25 residents of Eagan, it's time to take the canoe down from the rafters, limber up the paddling arms, and get ready to venture onto their favorite City lake to help develop a long -term record of its health. They're part of a citizen lake monitoring network, a joint effort between the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the City of Eagan to establish a record of water darity trends for selected City lakes. Over the years, this data will provide vital clues to help lake managers detect trends in water quality. A recently completed water quality assessment of the Calhoun- Harriet- Lake of the Isles chain by the Minneapolis Parks Board proves the point. The only sustained long -term water quality information available was a record of over 20 years of summer water clarity data for Lake Harriet, thanks to the efforts of a single volunteer. Some of Eagan's volunteers are beginning their fifth year of data collection. For others this year will be their first. But the continued personal interest shown by every volunteer is making a valuable contribution to the future water quality management of Eagan's lakes. Don't Forget To Water The Trees Good Fishing Begins In Your Yard! That's the message of the Eagan Fishing Guide which is available again this year. The guide provides detailed information on four of the most popular small lakes in Eagan, induding which lakes are stocked with gamefish, each lake's depth contours, and the location of public access points. But from the Mayor's Message inside the front cover, to the Water Quality Checklist stapled in the middle, the emphasis is on the connection between environmentally - sensible lawn care and other practices, and protecting the water quality needed for good fishing. Call City Hall at 681 -4600, or the Eagan Maintenance Facility at 681 -4300 if you would like a free copy of the guide. It can also be found on pages 16-25 in the front of the 1994 Eagan Telephone Directory. And remember to do your part to make sure that good fishing is a part of Eagan's future. Lake monitoring volunteer, Bob Sandeen takes water quality samples at Carlson Lake in Eagan. About 25 volunteers assist Rich Brasch, Eagan's Water Quality Supervisor to determine the health of Eagan's lakes each year. Most of us realize that young, recently planted trees and shrubs need lots of water to keep them healthy and ensure their survival. Since they have not yet developed large enough root systems, they depend on frequent surface watering for their survival. But it isn't only young trees that suffer drought related injury. Mature birch, elm, and oak trees that were severely stressed during the drought of the late eighties may still be showing effects of that stress. On the average, trees need about one inch of rainfall per week to maintain a healthy condition. When natural rainfall is insufficient, it should be supplemented by watering. When trees are watered, their root zone should be soaked to a depth of eight to ten inches. The moisture depth can be checked with a spade or other type of soil probe. If this summer is as cool and wet as last year's was, our yard trees may not need much supplemental water. On the other hand, if this summer is hot and dry, trees will depend on extra water for survival. Of course, when watering trees and lawns, it is important to keep Eagan's watering restrictions in mind and water only on appropriate days. 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 7 8 'TIS THE SEASON - -FOR SEVERE WEATHER Tornado Awareness - -Do you know what to do? April began Minnesota's tornado season. Tornados are nature's most violent storms and can leave an area devastated in seconds. A tornado appears as a rotating, funnel - shaped cloud, striking the ground with winds of up to 200 miles per hour or more. Tornados normally travel up to 10 miles before they subside. FORA TORNADO WATCH - BE ALERTI A tomado watch means conditions are right for tornado thunderstorms to develop. If you are in a tomado watch area, you should be prepared to seek shelter. Know where your kids are and be sure they know what to do. Stay near your radio, or take it with you, so you can stay informed of changing weather conditions. FOR A TORNADO WARNING - ACTI I A tornado waming means a tornado has been sighted or detected on radar. When you hear the warning sirens, act immediately! Tune in your radio and take it with you as you move to safety. Where should you go? At home - Go to a storm cellar or basement. Stairwells also offer good protection. Avoid areas with heavy furniture or appliances overhead. Stay away from windows. Cover your head. Whether you are in the basement, storm cellar or building interior, get under something sturdy, such as a table. In your car - Drive away from the path of the tornado at a right angle. If there is no time to escape, do not stay in your car. Instead, lie flat in the nearest dry, flat ditch or depression. In school - Follow advanced plans to an interior hallway on the lowest floor. Stay out of auditoriums, gymnasiums and large open rooms that are poorly supported. In your mobile home - Go to a storm shelter. If there is no shelter nearby, leave the mobile home park and take cover on low, protected ground. In shopping centers - Go to the designated shelter area...NOT to your parked car. In office buildings - Go to an interior hallway or to designated shelter areas. STAY INDOORS! A Severe Thunderstorm Warning A Severe Thunderstorm Warning means that the National Weather Service expects thunderstorms with large hail and/or damaging winds in excess of 57 miles an An Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social! Tuesday, August 16 from 6 -9 p.m. at Eagan Fire Station #3 4390 Pilot Knob Road Tour the Fire Station, look at Firefighting Equipment and the Water Rescue Vehicle. Proceeds from the event will be used to fund the printing of 9.1.1 phone stickers, distributed with the Eagan telephone directory. Sponsored by the Eagan Fire Auxiliary hour. Frequent lightening is likely. A tomado is possible. Warning sirens usually do not sound. But be prepared to take cover very quickly. Lightening kills more people than tornados. If your hair begins standing on end, this indicates lightning is about to strike. Get inside a home or building or non - convertible car. Get out of and away from open water. Get off and away from motorcycles, motorscooters, golf carts, bicycles, tractors, and farm equipment. If you are outside, avoid tall isolated trees or other "natural" lightning rods. Avoid projecting above the surrounding landscape (do not stand on a hill top, open field, golf course, beach, or stay in a small boat). Stay away from wire fences, clothes lines, metal pipes or rails. Do not use the telephone except in emergencies. If you are hopelessly isolated in an open area, crouch down, with your hands on your knees. Do not lie flat on the ground. Make sure you and your family know these tips before the storm hits, and make sure you all have the same emergency plan in mind! going once. going twice. CITY OF EAGAN AUCTION Saturday, June 4 at the City aintenance Facility 3501 Coachman Pt. BICYCLES, UNCLAIMED PROPERTY HELD BY POLICE DEPARTMENT, MISCELLANEOUS CITY EQUIPMENT... I SAFETY FIRST! v1■4 Making 9 -1 -1 Work For You Don't hesitate to call 9 -1 -1. The 9 -1 -1 system was created to make it easy to request a police, fire or emergency medical response. When you dial 9 -1 -1, the system automatically sends your 9 -1 -1 call to the proper police or fire dispatch center for the location from which you are calling. Remain as calm as possible. During an emergency, it is important that you remain as calm as possible. Calm yourself by taking a deep breath and concentrating on what you need to do. Concentrating on the action required of you will help you avoid panic. Give a complete, clear address. If you can give nothing else during an emergency, give the address completely and dearly. When you live in an apartment, be sure to give the apartment number. If your address involves a direction, i.e. east, west, etc., then be sure to include it. Answer questions about your emergency. 9 -1 -1 personnel will ask questions pertaining to your emergency. By answering these questions, you are helping them provide the best possible response. Unless you are in danger, or for some other reason cannot stay on the phone, it is important to try to answer all questions as accurately as possible. Once the information is obtained, the dispatcers theni relay it on to the responding police, fire or emergency personnel. The information will help in taking appropriate action. Work with 9 -1 -1 personnel by giving dear and concise information and by answering their questions as completely as possible. The resulting teamwork will provide the best chance of positively resolving an emergency. Often, even though you may have dialed the non - emergency phone number into the Communications Center, the dispatcher may ask whether you have an emergency or if you can hold on the line. This happens because the same personnel that answer 9 -1 -1 lines also answer the non - emergency lines. They are in the process of prioritizing emergency calls and will retum to you as soon as possible. This doesn't mean that your call is unimportant. It simply means the dispatcher may be handling a call about a situation that involves danger to life or property. It might also be that several phone calls are coming into the Communications The Git o Eagan isnmitaert to the poli ..R,..... r F......� ., programs, services, activi #es, facilities and employment without rega c ©lor, creed, religion, nat ©nal origin, sex. disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation or status w ith regard to public assistance. Center during approximately the same time as your call. Non - emergency phone calls will be taken in the order they were received, and yours could be anywhere in line -- -from second to tenth and on up There are usually several outside phone lines into a Communications Center. Communications personnel also operate many radio channels. The telecommunications personnel are often required to perform several tasks at one time. Conscientious use of 9 -1 -1 emergency phone lines means the system will be available for your call when you need assistance. What if you don't need a response? You should not use 9 -1 -1 if you only want information from your public safety agencies. Instead, look up the seven digit number for the agency in the blue pages of your phone book. 9 -1 -1 calls from pay phones are free! You can dial 9 -1 -1 from any pay phone without depositing a coin. 9 -1 -1 works from car phones, too. If you have a cellular phone (car or portable), you can dial 9 -1 -1 and your call will be answered by the Minnesota State patrol dispatchers. If your call requires a response from a local agency, your 9 -1 -1 call can be transferred to the proper dispatcher. There is no charge for a 9 -1 -1 call from a cellular phone. Are there costs for dialing 9 -1 -1? There are no costs for dialing 9 -1 -1 to request assistance, but there may be costs for services provided, such as ambulance transportation. These charges result regardless of the number dialed. "Help us help you. Be prepared to tell the dispatcher what help is needed and where it is needed." 9 1 CITY BITS Congratulations All Around! The Minnesota Chapter of the American Public Works Association has honored two Eagan Public Works employees and an area contractor, for their outstanding achievements in the Public Works field. Tom Colbert, Eagan's Public Works Director was selected to receive the 1994 Public Works Leader of the Year Award. This award recognizes outstanding achievements by individual Public Works Officials. Tom Colbert has worked for the City of Eagan for more than 16 years and Supervises 45 full -time employees in the three public works divisions. Tom Struve, Eagan's Street Maintenance Supervisor was selected to receive the Award of Merit. This award recognizes "Outstanding Service" to a public agency by non - supervisory personnel. Tom Struve has been with the City of Eagan for over five years. Finally, Valley Paving Incorporated, a contracting firm from Apple Valley has been selected as the 1994 Contractor of the Year. Valley Paving was the contractor for Eagan's Cedar Grove 3, 4, 5, 6, and 9th additions. The Minnesota Chapter of the American Public Works Association will present these awards at a ceremony at its spring conference in May. Eagan is fortunate to be the recipient of such talent and outstanding effort. Congratulations to each of you! McNeal Coaxial* Heights New Hop. St. Louie Pads Friday &ookyn Center Minnetonka Blaine West St. Paul Shoreview South St. Paul Woodary Apple Valley Eder Pfeifle tawrdnpton Cottager Grove Mepaanod Maple Grove takevib Brooldyn Park Prier Grove vii.. G.im.i. Ro.wY. Bum.. Plymouth Coon Rapid. EAGAN EMPLPOPU«13 10"" Ylber SE -5 0.1 STREET MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEES PER 1000 /POPULATION 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 Tom Colbert, Public Works Director, and Tom Struve, Street Maintenance Supervisor, take a break from outstanding achievements, to congratulate each other on receiving awards from the A.P.W.A. 0.7 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. Oak Wilt Funds Available The City of Eagan has for the second consecutive year received an Oak Wilt Suppression Grant for 1994 from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Forest Service. With the grant the City will be "cost sharing" a portion of the expense to control the spread of oak wilt throughout the community. At this time, the exact dollar amount of this grant has not been determined, however an estimated $30,000 should be available to assist private property owners with the cost of vibratory plow work, diseased tree removal, and with proper disposal of oak wilt infected trees. With the grant money, up to fifty percent of these expenses can be reimbursed to private property owners. The goal of this program is to help defray the cost to private property owners and to eliminate oak wilt infection centers within the community. Residents who think they may have diseased trees are encouraged to contact the Eagan Forestry Division at 681 -4300 (TDD phone 454- 8535). Jeff Perry, Eagan Tree Inspector, can provide more detailed information about this program. Only the trees inspected and marked by the City will be eligible for cost sharing. 1 Forestry Brochures Give Help to Homeowners The Eagan Forestry Division has recently published a series of six natural resource related brochures. These free brochures are intended to provide Eagan residents with information on landscaping, tree care, and environmental conservation. The complete list of available brochures are: -Tree Planting for Energy Conservation - Landscaping for Wildlife -Trees in out Environment - Planning the Residential Landscape - Planting and Maintenance Trees Dealing witb Home Landscape Problems These brochures cover a wide range of topics including landscape design, selecting plant materials, pruning and caring for trees, treating common insect and disease problems, and avoiding tree damage during construction. Another new brochure has been published this year entitled Protecting Eagan's Oaks. This brochure discusses in some detail the oak wilt problem which is now occurring in Eagan. Answers are provided on what oak wilt disease is, how to tell if your oak tree is infected, and how to control the disease. Information is also provided on which oak species can be planted to replace lost trees. Copies of these free forestry brochures may be obtained at the Eagan Municipal Center or by contacting the Eagan Forestry Division at 681 -4300. This spring, crews from the Dakota County Sentenced to Service program, built the retaining wall and planted landscape plants around the base of the entrance sign to Btackhawk Park S.T.S. Program Expanded During the last five years, the City of Eagan has been an active community participant in the Dakota County Sentence to Service (STS) Program. Through the STS, the County provides work crews of six to eight adults to perform a variety of City improvement and maintenance projects. The program offers a sensible and cost effective alternative to jail terms for non- dangerous adult offenders. Examples of improvement projects done by the STS in Eagan include: landscaping, tree planting, litter pickup, park facilities construction, hockey rink and athletic field maintenance and trails clearing. Since 1989, the program has committed several thousand hours of work time to the City of Eagan and the quality of work has been excellent. Under a new contract agreement between Dakota County and the Cities of Eagan, Lakeville, and Apple Valley, the STS Program will be providing a full -time work crew starting in mid -April and lasting through mid - October. Each community will have access to the program for a total of eight weeks in addition to availability of other STS work crews during the year. Through inter- agency agreements, such as this, the City will be in a better position to enhance ongoing maintenance and improvements to the Park and Recreation System. 11 12 IA NICE THING TO DO & CITY CODE TOO From Jim McGuffee, Weed Inspector This year, the City of Eagan will continue enforcement of a new City ordinance which requires property owners to establish suitable turfgrass on all maintained portions of their property within one full growing season (Municipal Code Section 10.21). This ordinance was established to ensure that newly developed lots are being seeded and/or sodded within a reasonable time frame to prevent erosion and weed growth. This ordinance also applies equally to "older" lots in the community where owners have failed to install a maintainable lawn. Under the same City Code, property owners are required to maintain turfgrass at a height not to exceed six inches. This ordinance applies to all lots regardless of zoning or whether the property is improved or undeveloped. The City of Eagan also enforces the Minnesota Noxious Weed Law, Minnesota Statute 18.191. Under this law, property owners are required to eradicate all weeds, which are deemed to be hazardous or injurious to the public, as determined by the State Commissioner of Agriculture. These weeds are cited on a list of 59 plants including such species as thistle, poison ivy, purple loosestrife, milkweed, and ragweed. Residents encountering problems with weeds or non - maintained grasses on adjacent or nearby properties are encouraged to contact the City Weed Inspector at the Eagan Maintenance Facility, 681 -4300, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. From Rich Brasch, Water Resources Coordinator & Joanna Foote, Recycling Coordinator Composting of yard waste is essential in helping residents and their communities reduce the flow of waste to landfills. But proper location of that compost pile is important to protect lakes as well. The most important rule to remember is this; never place your pile in drainage swales or dose to wetlands or lakes. Water that runs through or floods these piles will carry away nutrients contained in the grass or leaves, creating problems for the nearest wetland or lake. City ordinances require several specific considerations in the placement of your compost pile: -- compost piles must be located above the high water level of the adjacent lake or wetland; -- compost piles must be located behind your home; -- at least 30 feet from your home and City right -of -ways; -- and at least five feet away from property lines. If your compost pile has been flooded before, it's time to move it to higher ground. From Wayne Schwanz, Superintendent of Utilities THE CITY OF EAGAN'S UTILITY DIVISION NEEDS TO IDENTIFY HOUSEHOLDS FOR WHICH TEMPORARY WATER SHUT -OFFS WOULD CAUSE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY Each year because of water main breaks, hydrant flushing and general system repairs and upgrades, water service must be temporarily interrupted in areas throughout the City. Although this is generally a slight inconvenience to some homeowners, it can become life threatening to individuals with certain medical conditions. In order to avoid medical emergencies caused by water shut- offs, the Utilities Division needs to have addresses on file of those households that would need prior notification of a water service disruption. If you have a medical condition that requires water service, such as in -home dialysis, or other in -home medical equipment that requires a water - cooled system, please contact the Eagan Utilities Maintenance Division at 681 -4300 From Kathleen Gilbertson, Animal Contol Officer Many calls are received this time of year regarding pets which are not properly attended or which defecate in parks or on property not belonging to the pet's owner. City ordinance states that owners of pets are responsible for deaning up after pets if they defecate on public or private property. Ordinances also require dogs to be secured on a durable leash, or fenced when in the yard. When away from the yard, dogs must be on a leash, even in open public parkland. Cats are considered "at large" if they are anywhere away from the owners property. In Eagan, all dogs over 6 months of age must wear a license and collar at all times. This is the quickest way to identify a lost pet and a current license ensures that the animal has current rabies shots. From Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation Keep these simple tips in mind to make the parks a fun and relaxing place for everyone to enjoy. City parks have a curfew. No one is allowed to be in any City park from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Golfing is not allowed in any City park. Golf balls pose a danger to others in the park, and can cause damage to mowing equipment. Please be sure to clean up after your pets when visiting the parks, or traveling along sidewalks or walking paths throughout the City. These City codes are designed with you in mind. Your compliance ensures the safety, health and enjoyment of everyone. Eagan Library Book Sale! Friday £t' Saturday May 6.7 10:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Eagan Library I FROM THE WORKBENCH Building a deck this summer? The Eagan Community Development Department has several requirements to keep in mind if you would like to begin a project this summer. Note these guidlines before you begin. PLANS Submit two copies of your plan and a site survey of your lot showing the distance to the property line from the deck. Indicate the size of the deck, joist size, beam size, post size and spacing, and footing size and depth. EASEMENTS No structure of any kind is allowed in easements. Verify the location of easements on your property with the City Planning or Engineering Divisions prior to construction. FROST FOOTINGS Frost footings are required for any deck that is attached to a dwelling or garage that has frost footings. GUARDRAILS All decks that are 30 inches or more above grade must be protected by a guardrail. Rails must be a minimum of 36 inches in height. Open guardrails must have intermediate rails or an ornamental pattern that will not allow a 6 -inch diameter sphere to pass through it. STAIRS AND HANDRAILS Stairs must be designed with an 8 inch maximum rise and a 9 inch minimum tread. The largest riser can not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch. The largest tread can not exceed the smallest by more than 3/8 inch. Stair handrails are required on any open side of a stairway that has four or more risers and must be designed similar to the guardrails. Handrail height should be 34 -38 inches above tread nosing. OVERHANGING DECKS Joists should not overhang beams by more than 2 feet, nor should beams overhang posts by more than 1 foot unless a special design has been approved by the building department. SETBACKS Decks may be extended to within 5 feet of side or rear lot lines. Some deck designs may not be appropriate if the placement of a screen porch or three season porch on the deck is a future consideration. Porch setback requirements are not the same as deck setback requirements. LIVE LOAD Decks must be designed to support a live load of 60 pounds per square foot. FLASHING All connections between the deck and the dwelling must be waterproof. Any cuts in the exterior finish must be flashed or caulked. JOIST HANGERS Header joists more than 6 feet long and tail joists over 12 feet long must be supported by approved framing anchors such as joist hangers. WOOD All exposed wood is required to be of approved wood, with a natural resistance to decay (redwood, cedar, etc.) or an approved treated wood. This includes posts, beams, joists and decking. Building a Fence? BUILDING PERMITS A building permit is not required for a fence that is 6 feet tall or less. FENCE HEIGHTS Eagan has set a 6 foot maximum for fences, any fence over 6 feet in height requires a variance. MATERIALS There are no specific requirements as to materials used or how they must be installed. SETBACKS Fences that are six feet high may be built up to the property line. The homeowner must determine where property lines are located. The City cannot provide this information. There may be added requirements for comer lots or requirements defined by private covenants in certain neighborhoods. If you have questions please call the Community Development Department at 681 -4695. So you want to get into politics? This November, voters will elect a Mayor and two of four Councilmembers for the City of Eagan. Each will be elected to a four year term. If you wish to become a candidate, you must file with the City Clerk between August 30 and September 13, 1994. There is a $5.00 filing fee. Each term is for four years, and winning candidates will take office on January 1, 1995. Elections will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 1994. 13