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PARKS AND RECREATION 1994 FALL PROGRAMS CITY OF EAGAN 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 44122 681 -4660 TDD 454 -8535 5 FEE: o. ; i ii (I I I dNnG�u�'�li FEE: No charge No charge TIME: 7:15 -9:00 PM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Call 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) by 4:30 PM, Tuesday, October 4, 1994 DATE: Tuesday, October 4, 1994 (Thursday, October 6, is the back -up date) REGISTRATION: Register at the park October 1 LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park Pavilion 4425 Pilot Knob Road . IN. 1041000 lop ,00:011 W!:unli: You won't need your autograph book for this one. Those celestial stars have shone in the longest running hit ever. With the help of Walter Hayes and the Minnesota Astronomical Society, viewers will peek through high powered telescopes at planets, star clusters, far -away galaxies and more. Pre - registration is required by calling Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535, by October 4. This activity is dependent upon a clear night. If we have questionable weather, call the Recreation Happenings Hotline at 681- 4670 after 4:30 PM and choose Option 1. A back -up date is planned. rnr en l ..l r.111. Tlx: Register at 9 :45 AM. Group start at 10:00 AM. Trail closes at 12:00 Noon --0 0 0 ;q0111111. lmrid (Ill mill i� iiliiiilliu,lu :,�Irhialulri ililillliliilliill illlii • Ihuir gll( ICI ;ililo11111111J l!iii1llit11 i. 111ii1 ii 1141(ii 6liifllNiiiiil Itifiii THE WHO- DONE -IT HIKE Join us for the fourth annual Who- Done -It Hike at the beautiful Ritter Farm Park in Lakeville. Outdoor enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy a 3 mile walk through woods and prairie. Along the way, collect clues that might help you solve a mystery. Afterwards, enjoy complimentary refreshments including hot dogs and chips, while they last. Prizes will be awarded to the sleuths correctly solving the mystery. Keep in mind the dirt path is difficult for strollers. This event is sponsored by the South of the River Recreators consisting of the Parks & Recreation Departments from Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Rosemount, Lakeville, Farmington and Savage. DATE: Saturday, October 1 LOCATION: Ritter Farm Park, Lakeville, 195th Street just west of 35W (call Parks & Recreation for directions) n n:�� ° I0II '� !;ii!Il0111il IIill�ill:�ll ,Ij ilililll !! S FREE WHEELERS BICYCLE CLUB Pedal along with other cyclists of all ages and interests. There's no cost to join. Incentive Program Log your mileage and receive awards at various milestones: 50 miles Button 100 miles Visor 500 miles Long sleeve t -shirt 1,000 miles Bicycle accessory • Monthly Meetings The second Monday of each month the club meets to report mileage, plan events and socialize. September 12 Planning meeting and deadline for Hayride at Diamond T Ranch. Cost is $5.50 /person. September 26 Hayride at Diamond T Ranch. Sign -up deadline is September 12. October 10 Wear a costume and bring a treat to share. November 14 Wear your buttons, visors and shirts and enjoy camera day. December 12 Holiday celebration pot luck supper. Weekly Rides Meet at Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road, in the parking lot. Routes are determined by the riders at your own pace and direction. Tuesdays, 6:00 PM and Saturdays, 7:00 AM M UN TBALL NIG e r on your calendar. The Fighting l�lii territory. The University of :Minnesota and Parks & Recreation have teamed up for n discount ticket of er to residents and friends Ticket information is available at the Municipal Center. Act now as tickets must be ogre M �I a ^dill I ) N I : i:: join in on the fun! Join fellow walkers for any or all of the fun. There's no cost to Join. A great way to enjoy walking and meet new friends. Incentive Program Log your mileage and receive awards at various milestones: 50 miles 100 miles 200 miles 500 miles Button Visor Long sleeve t -shirt Pedometer Monthly Meetings The second Monday of each month the club meets to report mileage, plan events and socialize. September 12 Planning meeting and deadline for Hay ride at Diamond T Ranch. Cost is $5.50 per person. September 26 Hayride at Diamond T Ranch. Sign -up deadline is September 12. October 10 Wear a costume and bring a treat to share. November 14 Wear your buttons, visors and shirts and enjoy camera day. December 12 Holiday celebration pot luck supper. Weekly Rides Meet at the Municipal Center at 6:00 PM on Mondays and Thursdays. Everyone is welcome. Walkers will journey around Eagan, to Lebanon Hills, the Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge, the Minnesota Arboretum and more! Malls may be utilized for days when inclement weather or darkness prevail. PA t E4 von F HALLOWEEN TREAT TRAIL Kids, ages 6 and under, are invited to attend a Halloween "Treat" Trail in Northview Athletic Park. This illuminated trail will be for those who only want the "treat" out of Trick or Treating. Special games and surprises will be held along the trail. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is held outdoors in conjunction with the Halloween Terror Trail and is co- sponsored by the Eagan Jaycees. Join us in this fun adventure. Watch for signs in the parking lot. The trail begins in the west side parking lot. Volunteers are needed to help staff the trail. See the write -up under the Halloween Terror Trail information. DATE: Friday, October 28, 1994 a ct ,losers acre , r etested M belp contac t e e l ;t' esda Octobe I8, alt & :00 � usfiif'e to provi thetw ow Ch up e prrfom c aid claet t iup ier fra eru:ards Please callus te ''tats TIME: 7:00 -9:00 PM HALLOWEEN TERROR TRA 'I1�rills dahlia** await within the darkened woods at No rthvlew At tlettcP (newsi s pin : tut stroll of sur v ai Treats acre ava able fc r those c+caxi pl• .- this tenth The Fag Jaycees are co- sponscr1ng tf tis fun fitted aright r all uth ages A acr u idvise A trail;for younger children will run Inc anctl w1 t rls traail The Terror Trail begins at the scuthh+st gpfne. ,lipf a larrg+ park lot. TION: NEW Northview Athletic Park 980 Northview Park Road atpr ps. 2 ar . 0 D 454-8. op....... n t e LOCATION: Northview Athletic Park West, 980 Northview Park Road (near the two buildings) FEE: One food shelf item per person is requested HALLOWEEN DANCE AND COSTUME PARTY Ghosts and goblins galore will abound at the Apple Valley Community Center on this festive evening. All adults who are physically or mentally challenged are encouraged to attend. Wear a costume, bring a friend and be ready for a "ghostly" time! Dance to the music of Horizon Pro - Sound, Inc. professional sound and light show. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes and refreshments will be served. This very special event is sponsored by Project Explore, Apple Valley Parks & Recreation and the South of the River Recreators. WHO: For physically or mentally challenged adults DATE: Saturday, October 29, 1994 TIME: 7:30 - 10:00 PM LOCATION: Apple Valley Community Center, 14603 Hayes Road, Apple Valley REGISTRATION: Pre - registration is required for the dance; call Project Explore at 423 -7735 (TDD 423 -7789) to register. NOTE: Registrations will not be accepted at the Apple Valley Community Center FEE: $3.00 per person 55 ALIVE /MATURE DRIVING The American Association of Retired Persons has developed the curriculum and also provides certified instructors for this seminar. It is a nationally recognized drivers safety program. Persons 55 years of age and older are encouraged to participate. Minnesota law prescribes a 10% reduction in insurance rates for those who successfully complete the course. The seminar provides a thorough review of Minnesota laws and regulations for road safety. Additionally, the aging process, as it relates to driving skills, is discussed. Register at the Eagan Municipal Center, or by mail using a registration form in this newsletter. Space is limited and pre-registration is required DATES: September 26 & 27, 1994 TIME: 1:00 PM -5:00 PM LOCATION: Community Room Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $8.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, Friday, September 1, 1994 S EAGAN SENIORS E agan Seniors meet several times each month to visit with old friends, to welcome new seniors to the group and community and to have a lot of fun. Recent activities include the annual picnic, an afternoon of bingo and a presentation called "Too Good to Be True" concerning scams directed at senior citizens. Our programs vary from month to month, so come and give us some new ideas for activities. Our seniors "Coffee Club" meets at 9:00 AM on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the McDonald's Restaurant on Silver Bell Road. Peggy Knudsen of the McDonald's staff welcomes seniors for these social gatherings. If you are an Eagan Senior, new to the City or a life -long resident, you are welcomed to join us. Call Eagan Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) to place your name on the Seniors monthly mailing list. i 9 � 1111 1111 ul 11111 II a II1;' 11■■111! 1111 ' Imo; it I!I • r � I .;:ills II 01sisi !I I _ I! 4 Plot Kno R + I4ihl h � i LII "': 11 , I II I 1 II� ". fil 41111 111 11n 111.11 .1 U j 1 I 1 I .a,. , ! li I I 911 1 I I 'f ( II. .II i , I L. , I : ,,' I ...:.... .:.�6:,...l.il 1'1' ..i I. IIi I, � ''''111 1 .i� . .:..1 111... IN -LINE SK L ESSONS Enjoy the fun, action and exercise that is making in -line roller skating one of the most popular activities around. The popularity of the sport and these lessons is growing fast. Don't delay. Register right away. Beginners will learn the forward stride, turning and stopping. Intermediate skaters will learn how to improve their stride, do cross- over turns, backward skating, lunge turns, power slides, t -stops and more. New this fall is Advanced Street Skating! Check out an urban slalom course, beginning stairs, beginning launch ramp and beginning rail grinds. All classes will learn the International In -Line Skating Association Rules of the Road and how to "Skate Smart." A certified instructor leads all classes. A helmet is required. Wrist guards, knee pads and elbow pads are strongly recommended and required for the Advanced Street Skating class. Skate rental is available through Mendota Cycling and Fitness, 1040 West Highway 110, at a special discounted price of $10 for four days, including helmet, wrist guards, elbow pads andknee pads. Just bring in your class receipt to rent at this great rate. (Mail -in registrations may need to stop in to the Municipal Center to obtain their receipt.) Space is limited and pre-registration is required rnpl, „u y01 ',111!1 „11' DATES & TIMES: LOCATION: FEE: $15 per person Session I.• September 19, 20, 21 Section 1: Beginners: Section 2: Beginners: Section 3: Adult Beginners: Session II: Section 4: Section 5: Section 6: September 26, 27, 28 Beginners: Intermediates: Adult Beginners: Northview Athletic West parking lot (near two small buildings) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session I - September 16 Session II - September 23 DOG OBEDIENCE Are your dog's "manners” the worst on the block? Then why not try dog obedience training? You will teach your dog to come, sit, stay and heel. Inappropriate barking will become a thing of the past. Your dog will love coming to class. Repetition, a firm "no” when needed and loads of praise are the elements used to ensure your success with your dog. A dog younger than nine months of age is too much of a puppy to understand obedience training. The handler may be an adult or youth, 12 years of age or older. BRING TO THE FIRST CLASS: The dog, certificate of rabies vaccination, a choke chain 2 inches longer than the girth of the dog's neck and a 6' leather leash. Space is limited and pre- registration is required DATES: Thursday, September 22 - December 1, 1994 TIMES: Beginner: 6:00 - 7:00 PM Beginner: 7:15 - 8:15 PM LOCATION: Community Room,Fire Admin. Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $30.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, Friday, September 16, 1994 I!IIII Il,piillllliiiil II Ilillilill lillblll l "1 iillllllillll' + III' '� II "i'' :i;h 111 �II , 1,11 ur�lu lint. l;!I!li,,i111 I I 1 1 Ilfl IIII Ill lll ll ll ll l ,..: ..1;. ,!:., � 1!11. Ilji l',1"1111111,1 liii liiillisi1Illl1111111I11lll1i !lI11111111i11i • ii i i ii I I:.IP Ip11I,r 11 i� 11 11!iPll 1 11 1 1 1 11 11 1 11 11 1 1 1 1 1 1111111 ' lillljl1 1111 61 ■111141 (Rain make -up is September 22) 4:15 -5:00 PM 5:15 -6:00 PM 6:15 -7:00 PM (Rain make -up is September 29) 4:15 -5:00 PM 5:15 - 6 :00 PM 6:15 - 7:00 PM l !tli!il!i!!iII i i Qil!f!4ii!i!!il lil IUI!I!IiIllil l! Ii 9lll ii i N II! i! � il!Il j iii ij i iijliijiill!iii!pjl II! ! ! fi!f ! ! t !!I'! i u ,!!!1il ! I !! lili!h:! !II!I! I I II �I'i! i !!b� I�Iil�lll!I; � ! iu in! ; PI!!!I!iii i ill ! ! ! !I; i!i!; ! i !! ! !�!{h !!I jlil ! IH Inill n Ilryl � i� !!!Iil 'lrii!I nl lu i� N i ,I:... M'I Li !'.'J�VJr.' .:;:!Tgo, Oh !:!i's l.. .. 1� '.'!,.,,,,'.V'I,C,.�.:x:':,�::! C r:p nn!!:::lux:yr!!Nlliry!!... •!ii ji!i!ipi r !�I r � � r �irir� !1,.!li�!!ipi!! !, Nr':io;jjy ..� i.,...:.!.II -I;!: r::::xr :rn - �.,.:. L: : `ihIII III !:!it,:!!I's!!II'r:. � li::!uG I,NN01n;17 j i ... II I INI i p III i�i I.:Ix�l�,uli!lii IIA'rua�K 4 id i. !: !!ry 1 llryr x VtlL'i flhjli:l!I!IIII . !M1N;IIIL4 llli i(ilji1jj ?! : (1' FACILITY RESERVATIONS Are you planning a picnic, a challenge softball game or a group tennis event? Call Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535) to reserve a facility that will fulfill your activity's needs. Fall reservations are typically pursued for pavilions, ballfields, sand volleyball courts, soccer fields, shelter buildings and tennis courts. The bright sunny days of September and October are perfect for outdoor activity. i � Nlllli '_:. II! I ii "� : �Iijf11 ARTS & CRAFTS DAY It's messy crafts day at Bridle Ridge Park. Come and enjoy a morning of fun. Children ages 6-11 will paint, sculpt, draw and much more. Come with a creative mind and dress for the weather. Activities will be held indoors and outdoors. DATE: Thursday, October 20, 1994 TIME. 9:00 AM to Noon LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park 3990 Elrene Road FEE: $5 (includes all supplies and supervision) CABLE TV Watch for regular Parks and Recreation program announcements on Cable TV. Recreation activities, information on park facilities and announcements of special events are featured. Be to the know! DATES: 1 11 ,,...,„: :::• ,, P. TINY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES The Tiny Tot program is designed to provide children ages 3, 4 and 5 the opportunity for social /recreational 410 interaction and growth. Children are exposed to a variety of skills and learning experiences which include: crafts, storytelling, special events, listening and sharing skills and singing. The emphasis is on large and small group play. Group size is limited to the first 20 in each session at Goat Hill and Rahn and to the first 16 at Bridle Ridge. *Please note: Registrations new to the Tiny Tots program begin on September 10, 1994. Children who participated in Tiny Tots during the Spring 1994 session may re -enter the program until 3:00 PM on Thursday, September 8, 1994. Child must be 3, 4 or S years old by September 19, 1994. Pre - registration is required This is a cbtld /instructor program on ly. Children must be toilet trained Monday/Wednesday, September 19 - November 23, 1994 Tuesday/Thursday, September 20 - December 1, 1994 (No class on October 20 and November 24, 1994.) FEE: $75.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: TIMES & LOCATIONS: Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive Section 1: Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 AM Section 2: Mon & Wed 1:00 - 3:00 PM Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue Section 3: Mon & Wed 9:30 - 11:30 AM Section 4: Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:30 AM Section 5: Tues & Thurs 1:00 - 3 :00 PM Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road Section 6: Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:30 AM Section 7: Tues & Thurs 1:00 - 3:00 PM IIlllllilli si III 4 lll':1 I' iiii 1l lihli'I i`Iillil ililili Illii I'i'T i'! li 11111111111111 1' 1II1 '1''1101iil; ii'i �III,b lf i llly IIIIIIII�!I11,�,1, „� I,Iliiliij!jlil II gra 4:00 PM, Wednesday, September 14, 1994 JUST FOR 5'S This class is designed for 5 year olds or those children who will turn 5 by December 1, 1994. Activities will be the same as in the Tiny Tots description, but designed specifically for the needs of 5 year olds. Class runs 1/2 hour longer than the regular Tiny Tots session. Preregistration is required Space is limited to the first 16 in the session. DATES: s Mondays & Wednesdays, y, September 19 - November 23, 1994 TIMES: 9:00 - 11:30 AM LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park 3990 Elrene Road FEE: $95.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, September 14, 1994 1 CAMP TINY TOTS di Want to find out what Tiny Tots is like? Need to go Christmas shopping? Does your child need socialization children their age? Then, Camp Tiny Tots Is for you. Games, crafts, songs, socialization, a light snack and fun are all planned. This Camp is led by the Tiny Tots instructors. Come see what Tiny Tots is all about. 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 December 5, 1994. DATES & LOCATIONS: Section 1: Rahn Park Shelter Building, 4425 Sandstone Drive Monday & Wednesday, December 5 & 7, 1994 9:30 AM -12:30 PM Section 2: Bridle Ridge Shelter Building, 3990 Elrene Road Tuesday & Thursday, December 6 & 8, 1994 9 :30 AM - 12:30 PM Section 3: Goat Hill Shelter Building, 4391 Lexington Avenue Monday & Wednesday, December 12 & 14, 1994 9 :30 AM - 12:30 PM Section 4: Goat Hill Shelter Building, 4391 Lexington Avenue Tuesday & Thursday, December 13 & 15, 1994 9 :30 AM - 12:30 PM FEE: $11 per Section REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 28 for Week of December 5 Sections. Monday, December 5 for Week of December 12 Sections. CAMP PRESCHOOL 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. Child must be 3, 4 or 5 years old by September 23, 1994. Space is limited and pre- registration is required DATES & TIMES: Session I: Fridays, Sept. 23 - Nov. 18, 1994 (No class on October 21.) Section 1: 9:15 - 10:15 AM (3 year olds) Section 2: 10:30 - 11:30 AM (4 & 5 year olds) Session II :: Mondays, Sept. 19-Nov. 14, 1994 Section 3: 1:00 - 2:00 PM (3 year olds) Section 4: 2:15 - 3:15 PM (4 & 5 year olds) iD OCATION: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 16, 1994 ii 4111I.i i 11 11 HIi1lIIIp 1111 1 PLAY WITH ME Come and play for an afternoon or evening with a child! This class is designed for 2, 3 and 4 year olds and an adult. Group play, songs, crafts and discussion time are included. Riding toys, playdough, painting and parachute play are just some of the fun. An instructor will lead the class in songs, games and movement activities along with open discussion time for the adults. Come and meet other adults while interacting with your child. This is a child/adult together class. Space is limited and pre - registration is required DATES & TIMES: Session I: Mondays, Sept. 19 -Nov. 14, 1994 12:30 - 2:00 PM Session II: Mondays, Sept. 19 -Nov. 14, 1994 6:30 -8:00 PM LOCATION: Goat Hill Park Building, 4391 Lexington Avenue FEE: $25.00 /pair REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, September 14, 1994 FITNESS AND FUN FOR THREE 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, 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. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. A parent's day will be held on the last day. This program runs for 45 minutes which we have found to be the optimum instruction time for this age group. Child must be tbree years old by September 23, 1994. Cass size is limited and pre-registration is required. Tbis is a cbild/instructor program only. DATES: Fridays, September 23 - November 18,1994 (No class on October 21) TIMES: 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM 10:15 AM -11:00 AM LOCATION: CommunityRoom, FireAdmin. Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 16, 1994 • n it ti, nl lh �gl l. iij e, ^i . , ; 't i ii lili; i r � i I' i!i Ij II IN , I III 111111 i t it 19i''! 1N(Ipi IPii 1!1111 I II U; ! 11� �i III !l i!i11!11`iifljiijil illiH1 Ihi iiil� jLl 11 t i1irtr 111111(1 „1111 iliil Wil 1 lbhi Ililll11ii !;111 ! !I! i l l ri111 114 i 1 !I � II 9 1 1 1 1 tr i l l : ! f;i �;rli ! II u, ql j 111!1 11111'1 lI ll 1 ! Il! i 1111!1 ilj li!I!y!I i !!Ij! i !1 � i , li u Recreation Hotline 681 -4670 ?!li!illilll I!I'I'il!!lilpl!'I!1 "1!111'1 IIII,'ll! 1 11111" i '1!ili! P , I. ,::;:i:al:'�;Ipl1: !�i1• il;!,,;�!y'un I 1111 I. The Recreation Happenings Hotline is on line 24 hours each day. A menu of topics has been set up so that residents can quickly hear specific information. The menu and examples of messages are as follows: #1 Today's Activities: Weather related activity announcements, bus times and other daily information is provided. This line is updated each weekday. When weekend events require new information for participants, messages are updated as needed. #2 Upcoming Special Events: Information concerning activities that will happen in two or three weeks. This line usually features community wide recreation programs. #3 Seasonal Outdoor Facility Information: An estimate of when the nets on tennis courts will need to come down for the winter and a listing of city parks that have new playground equipment are examples of the messages on this general information line in the fall. #4 Shelter Building/Facility Reservation Information: The "how to" of reservations for pavilion, shelter buildings, ballfields or skating rinks. Subject to the season of the year, information about the facilities available for reservations will be recorded. *5 Registration Information: Date, time, location for the start of recreation program registration each quarter is announced. Information about class openings or available space will be provided from time to time. 0 6 Youth Athletic Association Information: The hotline telephone numbers for youth athletics are provided as a service to the community. ,,yll 4ill'IN '"" ,1 ",'' ii !I�oiu,l:1'll' 1'11111 r;! It' ii!j!I!illllu!1,11:111!11111 11111111 I1(iii111!Ii1111 111111, 111iiiii 11111!.1!111 1111, :1111 i ii111!1!I I COACHES CERTIFICATION The Department of Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with the Eagan Athletic Association and the Rosemount Area Athletic Association, conduct Coaches Certification Clinics for youth sport coaches. Clinics are offered to youth coaches in the following sports: basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, ice ringette, track and football. The subject matter of the clinic videotapes include: discussion concerning National Standards for youth sports, the coach as a role model, first aid, maximizing athletic performance and legal liability. The first year certification program also includes skill tapes that are sport specific. Approximately 250 youth coaches have attended clinics to date in 1994. Additional sessions for basketball are •pcomlng this fall. Has your child's coacb participated in a clinic? l'!1111111J D a,':id ;i.: ii iii ;a 4 !!1! 1! I �I .II ill Ib 1'lllilllill l!I!Ilt! 111 Ii1;ph1111pI11p11 ili�l I�:�Ill,if�l� 111111111.1!1! lf 11111! 1.i0lr trill ! �ilul I, i it 1111!�I!Ilihll!�I�pil!il'!liiyi ,I „II L I ;i f I 111 1111 11 ii l y illlll U 111 I! � ' t I ,iIIIq 11 II ICI ii 1pil I uUlOUIIUIIIIi 11 VIII IIIS IIu iii i : 111 1 . i i yliull bppl 11 FOOTBALL Fagan Parks & Recreation offers two different opportunities for adult touch football. Co-Rec Flag Football Thursdays at Clearwater Park A fun night out for everyone. Fee: $186 for seven games Seven Man Passing Touch Football Competitive officiated league Begins September 7 For registration information contact Ea Parks & Recreation by September 10,1994 at 681 -4660 (T DD 454- 8535) or stop by the Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road Individuals wishing to have their name placed on an available players list should call prior to the registration deadline. Addle e excell wark>aut and fun com *won' . . � a unof :ea gu+ 'his l be cx;> 1 ues> i « co*n etittve;; lea" ue and >!a Botlx leagues ace on West' - ool gyms Ten games are planned, uct $ eagu sIZe i$ Jimlted to eight c orimpetcteve and: retreat oral t :::: A <`MAND managers: -.. to < teams ;cons :........ ........ .................... .......;:.:. .. ..... :..; ...... r Y bistrlcl <11 ember ..... ........... ....... t.ill!i' LEYBALL: Ei Leagti s R eturn in teams. Iirou August29, 199'4 k e i gttt aeker Recr..eat ce .:? fr m�ar� lnfotrriattor: eat giStra a fks<'' ey kaal l ..: rtfAti ... ..::.:.: glstrat or FALL 5 -MAN BASKETBALL There are two officiated leagues offered. Wednesday evenings a sanctioned Class C/D League plays. On Thursdays, the League is made up of sanctioned Class B teams. Interested teams and individuals should contact Parks & Recreation for registration information. League space is limited. A MANDATORY mangers meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 14, at 7:30PM in the Municipal Center. DATE: Sept. 21, 22 through Dec. 21, 22, 1994 TIME: Wednesday evening game times at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 PM Thursday evening game times at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 PM LOCATION: Dakota Hills Middle School Blackhawk Middle School TEAM FEE: $321 (10 games) REGISTRATION: Returning Teams - August 29- September 2 New Teams - September 6- September 10 Teams must consist o f players who live or work within Eagan or School District 196. BOO` HOCKEY Or r f rie >n�ds fo cr a ree ational lea a an i ce : Slide sh : and oot w hil e hayi fun to boo Ibis league� is fair prayers w o wa>E t to exercise have fun and en. playing boot ho ckey with friend Be tt is a n ` league many issu will be M usse d .at the 1 ATORY in a m e e ti n g .W 1, a ember 28, a 7 0 P In > untc pal Cen ter Space is 1 €re=d. Priority is gi rto teams an sis�g p o! pla who live ar wa i Eagann„ It ,grind ©n rn s w be available after t tQber A� Sunda Ja0ivary g through Peb>tuaty 49 ( weather perctitting) TIDE: dame times at 900; 20:00! and 1100 T1►1 Goat Hill Park 43:91 Lexington, Avenue tic: 1 REGISTRATION: Returning Teams - Dec. 5-9, 1994 New Teams - Dec 12 -16, 1994 CO -REC BROOMBALL *Frid evening is reserved for wild and wacky fun. Co- Broomball is offered and co- sponsored by the Burnsville ay Eagan Parks & Recreation Departments. Your team must meet three pre - requisites in order to play: enjoyment of wintry outdoors, ability to laugh and the capacity to have a good time. Managers of prospective teams should contact Eagan Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) after October 17 for registration information. Individuals and couples wishing to be on an available players list should also contact Parks &Recreation. A MANDATORY managers meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 12, 6:30 PM in the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Space is limited DATE: Fridays, January 6 through February 10, 1994 TIMES: Game times at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 PM LOCATIONS: Burnsville North River Hills Park 19th Avenue Eagan Rahn Park 4425 Sandstone Drive TEAM FEE: $155 (five games planned) REGISTRATION: Returning Teams - Nov. 21 -30, 1994 New Teams - Dec. 1 -7, 1994 *earns must consist primarily of players who live or work in Burnsville, Eagan, Apple Valley, Rosemount, Farmington, Lakeville or Savage. 4 -MAN HOCKEY Before you know it, winter will be upon us. Plan now for the upcoming season and organize your team. Last year, everyone enjoyed the fast paced action and superior workout of the 4 -Man Hockey League. A goal board is 4 used in place of a goalie and no checking or slap shots are allowed. Registration information Is available by contacting Eagan Parks & Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) after October 17. A MANDATORY managers meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, December 14, at 7:00 PM in the Municipal Center. DATE: Wednesday evenings December 28 - February 9 TIME: Game times at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 PM LOCATION: Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive Quarry Park, 3340 Coachman Road TEAM PEE: $75 (seven games planned) REGISTRATION: Returning Teams - Nov. 28 -Dec. 2, 1994 New Teams - Dec. 5 -9, 1994 Teams must consist primarily of players who live or work in Eagan. " 1l 4 liICIIiIii!1 inglaglil .16001' I IIII 1 1 ! IIi 11 U lil Il lil l li!Ip 1 11E1 k II1Iii1 lill1ll 11„ XI I� .IIIII111111 1 111 x iln 1111111 Ili IIUIr WHERE TO REGISTER: 'PLEASE NOTE: ON -GOING REGISTRATION: 'PLEASE NOTE: REFUND POLICY: EQUAL ACCESS POLICY RECREATION PROGRAMS: SCHOLARSHIPS: SI REGISTRATION OPTIONS: In- person Mail-in Depository drop box Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road Regular Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday REGISTRATION BEGINS: Saturday, September 10, 1994 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, an in- person session. Registration received prior to September 10, 1994, will be processed upon completion of the first day in- person session. 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. REGISTRATION CHANGE: Requests to change activity locations, sections or times for registrations already completed will be accommodated on a space available basis. CONFIRMATION LEITERS: 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). • I z 61 z a N N 1 1 N 4 0 J d A ! d d 4 4 1 C g 13 3 a , es A z 0 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1 Friday 2 Baskeed Nun deadline regiskallon Saturday 3 4 5 6 CITY COUNCL 7 Touch Football 8 9 10 Fal Ro 11 12 WaM/B la Ckb 13 S PRIMARY ECTION 14 Touch MsM 3&s Man Basketball 15 16 17 18 19 Just for Ire ppinrr YAM Me T Skating Tiny t NAT. Rt:B. OOMM 20 ._T Tthy CITY COUNCIL 21 Tiny Tots Just f 5 'a kr Basketball 3 Football k�all 22 Beskelbal Co-Roo Reg Foothill Dog Obedience 23 Friday Friends Fitness & Fun Gaines IOda Play ii. iwo Comp litiechool 24 25 26 Pky With Ma Just r T � W 27 my T xraM � p 28 I Lis Skating Tooth oolbd 29 Tiny Tots Dog ° As Footkal � � 30 Friday O� Iada� Fun lay u amp Preschool Some of the winter activities to look forward to include: Sesame Street Live Trip 1 Special Events for Preschoolers and Youth 1 Winter Skating Locations 1 Tubing Hill Information 1 Cabin Fever Relief Special Events 1 Adult Sports Leagues 1 Volleyball 1 Basketball 1 Broomball 1 4-Man Hockey 1 Boot Hockey September, 1994 The winter issue of Vdacauac 14/ will be distributed to Eagan residents on or about November 30, 199, Registration for winter activities will begin on Saturday, December 10. 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COMM 19 Tbw T or sa BAskaWall Touch Football 20 eadrmd Co-Fleo Rag Footbd Obedience Roller Sksinpl MODS Rua Pl 21 sm out Peaty 22 23 yJus Me Tiny Tott 26 Il J for 5's 27 'Tiny Tots Obedience 28 Ric* Rends o n p ' Ms Two H an Ts _ Treat Trails 29 Nalowsan Drn a and COMM Pony November, 1994 Exp rience September 1994 Volume 1 No .1 officti ne9 Of EC F '. 2 I IN THIS ISSUE: Mendota Bridge —Then & Now 3 Happier Trails 3 Wescott Commons Park: Uncommon Park Programs 4 Eagan Kids Get 'Aqua - Educated" 5 Fish Lake Plan 5 Eagan Kids Learn Safety Basics 6 Watch City Watch 6 Cable Television Schedule 6 Fertilize with an Eye Toward Lake Protection 7 Thanks Tree Trust 7 Oak Wilt Update 8 Continued Threat 8 Mulching Trees & Shrubs 8 Are You Ready To Heat Things Up? 9 Winterize Your Water System 9 It's Filing Time For City Elections 10 How To Vote Nov 8th 10 ASound Insulation Continues 10 New Polling Place 10 Police /City Hall Expansion 11 Eagan Recycling Green Pagesl2 -15 TIIJIS PUBLICATION IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER. This official city publication is distributed our times a year as a public service by t he Eagan City Council. This publication i s 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. On the Cover Think back in time, before CD Rom, before E -mail, before the information super highway, in fact, before any highway. Think back to a time when Treffle Auge (and later, his son James) operated, and later owned, the ferry that was the only means of transportation across the Minnesota river. That time was approximately 1853 -1926, prior to the opening of the Mendota Bridge. Following the Civil War, many brave young pioneers made their way North and West to settle in the big woods of Minnesota, Canada and beyond. So many travelers came across the river at Fort Snelling and Mendota, the safest river crossing in the territory, that wagons would often line the hillside for miles awaiting their turn to cross. Finally, in the early 1900's, noting the growing need for more accessible river crossings, Hennepin County began planning the construction of the Mendota Bridge. Never was the opening of a bridge more anticipated or celebrated than in 1926 when a ceremony was held unlinking gold cords from either side of the bridgeway, followed by a parade of 15,000 cars, thousands of pedestrians and onlookers and numerous dignitaries to herald the opening of the great 4,119 foot, reinforced concrete arch bridge. With its 13 gleaming white arches, stretching 120 feet above the water, with pilings driven 70 feet below, it was the longest bridge of its kind in the world! The aerial photograph of the Mendota bridge, pictured on the front cover of Experience Eagan was taken in 1930 and was previously published in "The Lone Oak Years -A History of Eagan Minnesota," courtesy of the Minnesota Historical Society. 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 The Mendota Bridge -- Then & Now With the Mendota Bridge currently under construction, many Eagan residents are probably wishing for the return of Mr. Auge and his ferryboat for the commute across the river each day. Well, your wait is nearly over. According to the Minnesota Department of Transportation ( MnDoT) the bridge will be open for business again by mid - October. MnDoT representatives say it will be worth the wait. The new bridge looks much the same as the old version, from a distance. Up close you'll find the surface roadway to be approximately 30 feet wider. The added width allows for a center median between traffic lanes, outside shoulders on either side to allow for emergency stopping and a bike and pedestrian path to one side. The thirteen arches still remain, although the new bridge is two feet taller, and designers have saved and restored the original wrought iron rails to flank each expanse. The grand opening celebration is being planned for mid- October and may have some similarities to the original 1926 gala. MnDoT coordinators are exploring the possibility of recreating the "unlinking of gold cords connecting one side to the other," as was done in the original celebration. Donations are also being sought for an evening fireworks display. Whatever the plans, the residents and business owners from the city to our north, Mendota, and the folks at Fort Snelling State Park will again be an integral part. The 15,000 car parade however, that highlighted the 1926 ceremony will pale each day by the estimated 25,000 commuters who will christen the bridgeway on their daily commutes. MnDoT Estimates that at the turn of the century more than 50,000 commuters will traverse this river - crossing each day. Happier Trails! A summer drive through almost any Minnesota city can be a challenge, with detours, single lanes and low shoulders. Eagan is no different. Between MnDoT projects, County constructions and City repairs, many destinations are difficult to navigate to. The good news is that many large projects in Eagan will be completed by mid- September or early October. Early September Completion: Signals at the intersections of Pilot Knob Road & Wescott and at Pilot Knob Road & Corporate Center Drive. All streets within the Wilderness Run 1st, 2nd & 3rd additions; these roadways will have repaired curbs and gutters and new road surfacing throughout. Mid- September Completions: Dodd Road between Cliff and Diffley; this road reconstruction project includes replacement of all curb and gutters, a new bituminous road surface and trailways flanking both sides of the roadway. Blackhawk Road between Deerwood and Silverbell Road; this road reconstruction includes construction of new curbs and gutters, a new storm water drainage system, a new roadway surface and trailways along the North and East sides of the roadway. Cedar Grove Area; the Storm sewers and water mains are being replaced throughout this area. All curbs and gutters will be repaired and roadways will be resurfaced. Blue Cross Road from Blackhawk to Yankee Doodle Road; this road will have been resurfaced, also by mid September. Late October Completion: Cliff Road at Highway 3; This intersection will be completely redesigned, with an overall widening of the roadway and the addition of traffic signals and turn lanes. This is a joint project of MnDoT and Dakota County. If you would like further information about any of these projects please call the Engineering Division at 681 -4646. 3 4 I A WALK IN THE PARKS Wescott Commons Park: Uncommon Park Programming As any mom, dad or daycare provider will attest, the most frequently heard, and least appreciated, statement of any given summer is... "I'm bored, there's nothing to d0000!" The Eagan Parks, Recreation Department is listening, and has responded by providing more than 250 park programs to nearly 3,000 kids throughout the summer. And when nearly 300 kids ages 4 through 17 who live in a 4 square block area said "We've got nothing to d0000!", the Parks and Recreation Department increased its programming still further. This 4 square block area is the Wescott Square development in Eagan. This summer and fall the construction began on the Wescott Commons neighborhood park. Grading and seeding of the park land, a new surface on the full -size basketball court, a new smaller court for younger kids, new play equipment, a walking trail, sidewalk and other park amenities are just a few of the highlights. These improvements are made possible through a Housing and Urban Development Grant administered through the Dakota County Housing and Redevelopment Authority with the cooperative efforts of the neighborhood Property Management Association and City staff. Beyond park equipment, unique park programming has been introduced to the area to meet the special needs of the community. Many of the youth in this area have been identified as "youth at risk ". The Park and Recreation Department has hired a Youth Development Coordinator to initiate and supervise specific programs including a 4 -on -4 summer basketball tournement for boys ages 7 to 10, a personal enrichment program for young females, a cooking program for teens, arts and crafts programs, trips and tours and a fall tutorial program to help kids adjust to being back in school. A daily pre - school and early childhood development program is also underway in conjunction with School District 196 staff. (above) The new basketball courts at Wescott Commons Park were host to this summers 4-4 basketball tournement but are also very populr sites for the daily pick -up games. (below) Young women participated in a fashion show as part of the Young Female Development Program. The program brings together many unique factors with the specific goals of developing skills and interests for kids of all ages., while providing positive role models in a non - threatening and enjoyable environment. "The summer programs have been very well received and more successes are anticipated this fall," says Ken Vraa, Director of Eagan Parks and Recreation. "We have had a very positive reaction from the neighbors, and that positive attitude seems to spill over into other areas of life to help bring the neighborhood together in working toward other long -term goals." • • • [PARK IT! Eagan Kids Get "Aqua - Educated" Most of us would love to just take a day and say we've "gone fishing." Fifty Eagan kids did just that this summer at a free, day -long fishing clinic held on June 11. The clinic was offered through the Minn- Aqua program, developed jointly by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Minnesota Extension Service, and organized locally by the City of Eagan's water resources division. The program promotes the sport of fishing and teaches youth about the importance of water quality and habitat protection. The kids learned about "water critters" and some fishing - related crafts. Kids also learned how lawn fertilizers that contain phosphorus and grass clippings left in streets and driveways can turn a lake into agreen, sloppy mess where only rough fish like carp and bullheads can survive. Then they spent a productive afternoon fishing at one of Eagan's "secret fishin' holes." Through it all, the Minnesota Valley In Fisherman Club provided invaluable assistance in organizing the kids, untangling lines, baiting hooks, and cooking up a small portion of the catch for a "shore lunch." The kids and the instructors all had a great time and learned a lot about protecting Eagan's lakes and natural resources. The City plans to offer similar clinics next summer, so watch for announcements next spring. About fifty Eagan kids went fishin' as a part of this summer's Minn -Aqua program held at several of Eagan's best fishing lakes and ponds. Fish Lake Plan Nearly Complete A diagnostic study has been made and a rehabilitation plan is almost complete for Fish Lake. With some help from its watershed residents and the City, Fish Lake may soon take another step along the road to recovery. Fish Lake is one of Eagan's most important lakes. The 33- foot deep, 30 -acre lake is located in central Eagan and lies at the end of a storm sewer drainage system that carries runoff from almost 3,500 acres of residential and commercial areas. Because of this runoff, the water quality of the lake has decreased dramatically. Algal scum and non - native weeds have become more common and clog the lake for much of the summer. Led by the Fish Lake Steering Committee, an advisory body made up of local residents, a strategy was deveoped to cut the amount of phosphorus pollution entering Fish Lake through the storm sewer system. The strategy has also received extensive review by the Eagan Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission. Part of the strategy will be to improve the ecological diversity of the lake and its surrounding shoreline areas. Development of the strategy was aided greatly by two public information meetings -one in March, the latter in July -which generated many ideas and suggestions. The draft document containing the preliminary plan has been submitted to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) for review and will be considered by the City Council for approval within the next several months. If all goes well, the City will return an application to the MPCA this fall to seek assistance in financing the $300,000 project. The City share of the project would be financed through the existing stormwater utility fee collected quarterly from all Eagan properties and through developer cash dedications. Call the Eagan water resources coordinator at 681 -4300 if you would like more information on the Fish Lake project. 5 6 I IN THE AIR Eagan Kids Learn Safety Basics This summer Thomas Lake Park in Eagan was the site of the 4th Annual Safety Camp. 100 Eagan 8 and 9- year -olds leamed about using 9-1 -1, basic water safety skills, D.A.R.E., inline skating safety, what to do when you're home alone, how to bicycle safely, the correct use of lawnmowers, animal protection tips, respect for electricity and of course the highlight, an anti -drug message from the National Guard helicopter team. This educational and entertaining program is coordinated throught the Eagan Park and Recreation, Police and volunteer Fire Departments. Other participating agencies include the Center for Injury Protection, C.P.Rail Systems, Red Cross, Minnesota State Patrol, RollerBlade, Hennepin County Medical Center, Healtheast Ambulance, School District 196, Dakota Electric Association, Fairview Ridges Hospital, National Guard and many Eagan City employees. The program was a great success and lots of kids learned that you can have more fun when safety comes first! Monthly program schedule of City meetings on Channel #16: CITY COUNCIL Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast PARK & REC Cablecast Live COMMISSION Recablecast Recablecast CABLE Cablecast Live COMMISSION Recablecast Recablecast PLANNING Cablecast Live COMMISSION Recablecast Recablecast AIRPORT Cablecast Live RELATIONS Recablecast COMMITTEE Recablecast 1st & 3rd Tuesday 6:30 p.m Following Wed. 10:30 a.m Following Wed. 5:00 p.m. 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. Saftey campers learned first hand that the best u) to achieve their goals and dreams is to fly straight and fly safe. These three National Guard chopper pilots thrilled kids with anti -drug messages and an up -close look at their helicopter at the 4th Annual Safety Camp. Watch City Watch The Cities of Eagan and Bumsville have many things in common, our boundaries along the Minnesota River, some of our schools, a similar population and development trends, and now we will share a program called "City Watch." The program is produced jointly by the two cities and will bring local news and information about the area. The first program is scheduled to air on cable channel 16 in both cities, beginning on September 6 at 6:00 p.m. with replay times each Monday and Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. throughout September and October. The 1st program will feature information about backyard composting and yardwaste, road construction highlights, lawncare tips to preserve water quality and park program updates. The program is scheduled to be produced every other month, and viewer input is requested. 1 WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE • Fertilize With An Eye Toward Lake Protection Mid- August through October is the best time of the year for fertilizing your lawn, according to University Extension lawn care specialists Late season fertilization is designed to stimulate root growth which will provide the foundation for lush plant growth the following spring. Unlike summer weather which often puts grass under stress because of high temperatures and dry conditions, cooler, wetter fall weather spurs grass vigor. On the other hand, broad - leafed weeds - like the long distance runner who goes out too fast - are losing steam. In the continuing battle for space in your yard, grass is better able to compete with the weeds during the later part of the growing season before everything settles in for the long winter wait. Active lawn care and good water quality can be compatible by following a few guidelines: 1. Use a low- phosphorus fertilizer (the middle number on the bag should be 3 or less). Extensive lawn soil testing in Eagan has shown that over 98% of residential lawns need no more than low- phosphorus fertilizer and over 50% needed no additional phosphorus at all. The results of a soil test will give you the most accurate information regarding your yards' fertilizer needs. Soil testing kits are available through the City or the University of Minnesota's Soil Testing Laboratory (625- 3101). 2. Eliminate spray or drift of fertilizer onto hard surfaces. such as driveways. sidewalks, or the street. This will lessen the chance of rain or lawn irrigation washing the fertilizer directly into the storm drainage system that feeds many of our lakes. 3. Never apply fertilizer on frozen ground. As you mow and rake the yard for the last time this year and prepare the mower and roto-tiller for winter storage, also remember the following: a. Never dispose of the gasoline, oil. or leftover pesticides or herbicides in the street or gutter. Call the City recycling coordinator at 681 -4600, for information on proper disposal methods. b. Grass clippings, leaves, and other plant debris should be removed from streets, sidewalks, and driveways or removed as soon as possible after mowing. This material can be composted, used in the garden as mulch, or disposed of at a community compost site. 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. What Do You Know About H20? The Eagan Utility Division has been presenting their water education program to the various elementary schools in District 196. The program is designed to promote conservation, develop an understanding of the function of the utility division, and to help students understand how important water is to us. Recent current events in Los Angeles and throughout the Midwest last summer graphically displayed our reliance on clean water and how our daily lives can change if services are interrupted. Some of the subjects discussed focus on: - Why we have to pay for water, - How water gets to our homes, - Where it goes when were done using it, and - How each one of us can help to conserve our most precious resource. The presentation is approximately 40 to 55 minutes long and includes a video. This program is available to all Eagan elementary schools by appointment. Interested parties can contact Kelley Janes, Utility Supervisor, at 681 -4300 from 7:OOam to 4:30pm Monday through Friday at the City of Eagan Maintenance Facility. All District 196 3rd and 4th grade teachers can contact the Speaker's Bureau for references and scheduling. Thanks Tree Trust! The Twin Cities Tree Trust is a non - profit corporation which was founded in 1976 to employ and train disadvantaged youth in meaningful public projects that provide a lasting benefit to the communities in which they are performed. The materials for the projects are provided by the cities. The projects are completed by youth crews supervised by the Tree Trust at no further cost to the cities. Funding for the program is provided by the State of Minnesota and Dakota County. The City of Eagan has benefited during the past several years from projects completed by this group. This summer the crews constructed a new wooden staircase at Berry Patch Park; tree planting and bench installation at Slater Acres Park; an observation plaza at Skyhill Park; and a new trail access at Burr Oaks Park. The City of Eagan wishes to thank Twin Cities Tree Trust for more than 10 consecutive years of service to the parks and recreation system. 7 R I AS LOVELY AS A TREE Oak Wilt Update Again this year, the Forestry Division is aggressively attacking the problem of oak wilt disease within the City of Eagan. This oak wilt management program is composed of many aspects, including the following: -- Production of an educational brochure entitled "Protecting Eagan's Oak Trees - A Growing Community Investment." This brochure outlines both oak wilt disease history and symptoms, as well as recommended management practices. —Purchase of low altitude aerial photography. These pictures will be photo interpreted by forestry staff and used to identify new oak wilt infection centers and to assess the success of past oak wilt management practices. —The reforestation of the City's oak resource. Approximately 170 oak trees of various species and sizes have been planted into 14 City parks as an effort to replace the oak resource lost to oak wilt disease in recent years. — Production of an educational video discussing all aspects of oak wilt disease and management. The video will be made available to the public on cable television, at the public library and through a free loan -out program at City Hall. - -Grant funds are also being provided to assist homeowners with a portion of the cost of treating and/or removal of diseased oaks. Residents who think they may have a diseased tree or would like further information are encouraged to call the Eagan Forestry Division for details about all of these materials and programs. Continued Threat Dutch Elm Disease (DED) continues to threaten all native elm species in North America. First found in Minnesota in 1961, DED which is caused by a fungus, has claimed 20 -30% of Minnesota's 140 million elms. The primary cause for the spread of the disease is the elm bark beetle. The beetles use dead or dying elms for breeding. The emerging contaminated beetles then feed on healthy trees infecting them with the fungus. This fungus attacks the water conducting vessels of elms causing the tree to produce gums to block the disease. Between the fungus and the gums, the vessels are effectively plugged and no longer allow water uptake. This will kill the tree in as little as two weeks to as long as a year. The first sign of a dying tree is generally a wilting or flagging of an upper branch or branches. The leaves turn from green to yellow then curl up becoming dry, brittle and brown. This process works its way through the tree until it's dead. Prompt removal and proper disposal of all dead and dying elm wood are the key elements in controlling the spread of Dutch Elm disease through the community. If you or a neighbor have a wilting elm tree or suspect DED, please call Jeff Perry, the City Tree Inspector, at 681 -4300. Mulching Trees and Shrubs Trees grow best when conditions are favorable for root growth. This is especially true for young, newly planted trees which are planted in disturbed conditions such as city lawns and boulevards. Mulches can enhance root growth by creating a favorable microclimate for the physical, chemical, and biological properties of the soil. Mulch has been defined as "any material used at the surface of the soil to prevent loss of water by evaporation, to keep down weeds, to dampen temperature fluctuation, or to promote soil productivity." Mulches can be classified into two groups, organic mulch and inorganic mulch. Organic mulches include wood chips, shredded bark, leaves, perennial groundcovers, lawn clippings, conifer needles, manure, and many more. Inorganic mulches include crushed rock, river stone, crushed brick, ground tires, synthetic fabric, and numerous other materials. Recommendations 1. A multitextured (fine, medium, coarse) organic mulch is preferred to inorganic mulches. 2. Apply composted material to the soil and top with coarser and fresher material. 3. Do not exceed 4 inches in thickness, and the larger the mulch diameter around the plant the better. Mulch that is too thick will encourage fungal growth. 4. Keep the mulch at least 6 inches from the trunk. Mulch in direct contact with the trunk will also encourage fungal growth and insect activity. 5. Apply mulch just after a hard frost in the fall or after the frost leaves in the spring. Applying mulch in the fall before a hard frost will prevent the trunk base and roots from becoming acclimated to colder winter temperatures. 6. Avoid applying insecticides within the mulched area. 7. If living mulches are desired, plant perennial ground covers and avoid disrupting the mulch or root system. Do not use annuals. When mulches are used correctly, they can enhance plant growth and make the landscape more attractive. Incorrectly used, mulches can be harmful to plant health. • • • (WINTER WISE Are You Ready to Heat Things Up? This is the time of year to check your heating system to make sure they are ready for another Minnesota winter. The fuel- burning appliances in your home all need a reliable supply of outside air to work properly. Your furnace, water heater and other flame producing devices use large amounts of air in the combustion process. That air must be continually replaced if the appliances are to function safely and efficiently. In older homes, these appliances can generally get enough air through cracks and leaks in the home. In new homes or homes that have been upgraded and tightly insulated, caulked and weatherstripped, combustion air must be brought in, generally through an insulated duct tied into the return air duct or an opening inside the furnace room. This Figure 7 Outside 12" cn less 1 rrl/ilt�)1Jl /�l�r% / / / /�� Combustion air supply • ` Containment box Vent pipe Furnace Combustion air intake duct is vital to a properly drafted furnace, water heater or fireplace. The City inspectors have experienced a number of incidents where this flexible duct has been blocked by rags, clothing or storage items. Sometimes this happens because of carelessness or because the vent creates a cold draft along the floor. If the duct creates a cold airstream across the floor that is intolerable, the duct can be dropped into a bucket, tempering the air slightly before it spills into the room. Another area to check is the combustion air openings outside. These screens must be kept clear of cottonwood seeds or other airborne materials that could short circuit the system. Wasps or other insects nests have also been know to block these intakes. If a furnace, water heater or fireplace does not draft properly, it can lead to a carbon monoxide build up in the home causing severe health risks to the occupants. To avoid potential problems, check your heating systems this fall and enjoy a safe and warm home this winter. Winterize Your Water System Helpful Tips From The Water Division: To avoid frozen pipes this winter, here are a few drops of wisdom from the City of Eagan Water Division. Locate the water shut off valve for your outside water faucets by following the pipes leading from the outdoor spigot inside your home to the shutoff valve (generally located in your basement) and turn the valve off. Leave the outside faucet on. Do this before cold weather sets in or pipes can freeze and break, causing damage. If you leave your sprinklers and hoses in the garage or storage sheds, be sure to drain the water from them to prevent cracking. Know where the water meter and main shut off valve are in your basement. If water lines run through your garage, do not leave the garage door open in cold weather. Never use a blow torch or flame to thaw pipes. The use of a hot air dryer or even a light bulb over a period of time will solve the problem. If you experience a broken pipe or a frozen service line, shut off the valve next to the water meter, and contact the Water Utility Division at 681 -4300. 9 10 1 CITY BITS It's Filing Time for City Elections The office of Mayor and two City Council seats will be on the November 8 general election ballot. Filing dates for these offices are between August 30 and September 13. Filing can be done at the Municipal Center between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays. The term of office is four years with the winning candidates taking office on January 1, 1995. The current terms of Mayor Tom Egan and Councilmembers Pat Awada and Ted Wachter will end with the calendar year. For more information about filing or about the November 8 general election please call the Municipal Center at 681 -4600. How to Vote on November 8 Eagan residents will elect a Mayor and two Councilmembers on November 8, as well as candidates for federal, state and county offices. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voter Qualifications: You are qualified to vote in Minnesota if: - -You are 18 years of age - -You are a citizen of the United States - -You have lived in Minnesota for 20 days immediately preceding the election. - -You are registered to vote You are not qualified to vote if: - -You have been convicted of treason or a felony and have not yet been restored to your civil rights - -You are under guardianship of another person - -You have been found by a court of law to be legally incompetent - -You are not registered to vote. To Register Advance voter registration must be done 20 days prior to the election. If you are not registered at this time you must register at your polling place on election day. You may register at your polling place on election day if you present one of the following authorized proofs of residence: 1) Valid Minnesota Driver's License or learners permit (or receipt of either) showing current address in precinct. 2) Valid Minnesota identification card (or receipt) showing current address in precinct. 3) Oath of a voter registered in your precinct, who is not a challenger, signed in the presence of an election judge. (A voter who registers by using this method may not vouch for the residency of another on that election day.) 4) A current registration in the same precinct indicating a previous address. 5) A mailed notice received from the registration office indicating an ineffective registration. Sound Insulation Program Continues Approximately 170 Eagan households in the areas most impacted by aircraft noise are eligible for sound insulation through a program coordinated by the Metropolitan Airports Commission and the Federal Aviation Administration. Under the Part 150 Land Use Compatibility Program, approximately thirteen homes have been insulated and approximately forty more will be treated in 1994. The airport anticipates that approximately forty homes in Eagan will be done each year until all eligible homes are completed. The FAA determines program eligibility through a computer model which defines noise contours on the basis of flight tracks, fleet mix, frequency of overflight and altitude. The eligible areas in Eagan include the McKee Addition, part of Country Home Heights and Highview Avenue and several homes scattered throughout the industrial corridor. Under the Part 150 Program, each home is reviewed by an architect trained in sound attenuation. The architect will consider windows, doors, wall and attic insulation, vents and other openings in the house. The homeowner reviews and approves a specific plan for his /her home before construction begins. All costs for the improvements are the responsibility of the MAC. Unfortunately, noise impacts are felt in many areas besides those eligible for Part 150 assistance. Fortunately, the program is available to assist some of those who are most impacted. WHEN AIRCAFT NOISE IS A NUISANCE Living near a busy international airport can be a nuisance at times. 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. 1 Police Department \ City Hall Expansion Underway You've probably found yourself gawking as you travel down Pilot Knob Road at Wescott. With all of the large machinery rumbling around and the enormous dirt mounds changing configuration daily, you've no doubt noticed that something is happening at City Hall! The City broke ground on June 22, 1994 on a 28,000 square foot Police facility, the first phase of the Municipal Center expansion project. When the project is completed in late 1995, it will provide enough space for the City's Police functions and Administrative offices at least through the year 2010. Eagan's rapid growth and demand for city services has resulted in extreme overcrowding at its existing municipal facilities. The current Municipal Center was built in two phases in 1977 and 1983 when Eagan had less than half the population it has today. While both building projects anticipated that the City would grow, Eagan's attractiveness to residents and businesses has exceeded the projections of almost everyone. With over 55,000 residents, Eagan has grown to become the largest city in Dakota County and the eighth largest city in the state. This trend is not likely to change as the City continues to grow by about 1,500 residents per year. The new facility will serve this expanding population in a number of ways. The Police Department will include expanded patrol, investigation, child 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, This Artist's drawing gives a feel of what the new City Hall and Police Facility entrances will look like when the project is completed in late 1995. protection, training, detention and booking facilities situated in an efficient relationship with its communication and support personnel. The building will meet all current Department of Corrections standards while reusing existing capital equipment which has substantial useful life remaining. The existing Municipal Center building will be remodeled and reoriented, centering on a new public entrance on the south. Small expansions on the north and south side of the building will extend the life of the building while making it more usable for the public. Two internal lobbies will give residents more direct access to the various City departments. The existing Council Chambers will be remodeled to serve as a Community Room to meet the needs of a variety of groups within Eagan. The Police Department - Municipal Center project is being financed through the City's Community Investment Fund and will result in 3]4 increase in property taxes. The Community Investment Fund was created to manage prepayments of capital improvement bonds and investment income associated with improvement projects during Eagan's period of rapid growth. The Fund is dedicated to the construction of capital improvements which benefit the community as a whole. In addition to the Police Department- Municipal Center facility, the Fund will also be used for a community match to construct a Civic Arena and outdoor wading pool as well as the the construction of a future fire station and other facilities which may become necessary as the City matures. 11 12 PAVING THE WAY Eagan is the only government entity in the Metro area, and possibly in the State, in which our road crews work all year long to repair the roadways. It's not that our 208 miles of streets need more maintenance than others; in fact we're finding they now need less because of the continual attention. By crack - sealing roads throughout the winter months, summers are left free for the larger reconstruction projects. Also by repairing cracks early, the frost does not get the chance to invade those cracks, loosen pavement and cause potholes. This program is expanding the life of Eagan's pavement, meaning that we can wait a bit longer between complete roadway replacements. Street Crews Work Year Round on a Road to Success City crews work year round to maintain our 208 miles of bituminous streets as well as City and Park parking lots and trails using the latest technology and pavement rehabilitation choices. STREET MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEES MILES PER EMPLOYEE EMPLMILE.CH3 aw. &10/61 EAGAN Oakdale Woodbury Plymouth Cottage Grove Burnsville Maple Grove Coon Rapids Inver Grove His. Eden Prairie Roseville Lakeville Bloomington Brooklyn Perk Fridley Minnetonka Maplewood St. Louis Park Richfield Apple Valley South St. Paul New Hope Columbia Heights Brooklyn Center W. St. Paul Shoreview 5 10 15 20 MILES PER EMPLOYEE SF -6 Fractured portions of the road are ground out with this skid loader and milling attachment. Bad areas can then be easily replaced with new pavement, rather than replacing the entire road. Correction: In our May newsletter a similar graph was presented depicting the number of street maintenance employees /1000 residents in several metro cities. Richfield was reflected inaccurately with 0.6/1000 rather than their actual 0.5/1000. Eagan remains at less than 0.2 street employees per 1000 Eagan residents. THE EAGAN GREEN PAGES Are you neu to Eag . and would like to. b in recycll g 'Here's w a o o Call City Hall at 681 -4600 for a Iist of Eagan's licensed refuse haulers. Your garbage hauler will also pick your recyclables. choose a: hazi It you :live in an apartment,. co um or tcwnhorne ca 'your +assoo a on to : find : out w:ho your: hauler : s. Ask that hauler to` drop - off o city of Eagan recycling Dins and general re cycling information. Begin Recyc in g r & aluminum food'an4•beverage containe Green, brown• and char glass food and bev- erage containers (please do'not window glass or Mirror glass) Plastic bottles with a neck (please• do not in clude things.like yogurt containers, ice cream.. • buckets peanut butter jars...) Newspapers, including ail rose s M alines a"fd small c o o s a g g Corrugated cardboard cut .down to 3 ft by 3 ft. squares and bundled w string or twine 13 14 \Mutt is Household H az ar dou s Most products labeled Corrosive, Hazardous, Flamable, Combustable or Poison Florescent Light bulbs and tubes Paints if not dried Gasoline, Motor oil, Transmiss on Fluid, Anti - Household and Auto Batteries Pesticides and Herbicides Driveway and concrete sealers, These are a few examples. How do Dispose of Household H 'lasts? 111•• ee e R Hwy 149 Hers of Operation: Wednesdays 3 -800 p.m, Saturdays 9- Noon 55 Bring them to the Household Hazardous Waste Collection site in Eagan, located on Highway 149, just North of Yankee Doodle Road. Lexington Waste? • reeze Free Product Exchange Area located at the site. Leave your unwanted materials for someone else to use or pick up something you might need --FREE!. efillable pens and pencils rather than wood and disposable. .- The "age-look" is in, mernbrrs' closets for �mw , - g Get Back to Scoot S.M.A.R.T. saving Money And R, tiring use cl�athi or hook in fa •- Bring lunches in reusable lunch bags or boxes. - Look for paper and other products made from recycled materials. • Get rechacrgable batteries for calculators anti electronics (solar powered items are given better!). • Look for products with less packaging. Backyard Composting c� Yardwaste Basics With Autumn upon us we have to begin �ic�ting option to handle leaves, gr clipn and of r yardtivastes. There are several ,goad options, Cho ttte one that snakes the most ass sense pi for gs you Your ose decision should. be based upon how much waste your yard generates, how much time you have for v:trc#work and the final re sults you would like to achieve. O1tion Use a mulching mower and leave all grass clippings and leaves on the lawn. The dhppings and leaves act as a sntikh and will naturally fe tll th: your ta wri'giving it all the nuout e t entrironru trients it threats of needs chen enhancers. 1 01) #2 Set up a backyard compost enclosure. Composting is a nucrobial process that converts plant wastes into a usable soil amendment or meulch which can be used to enhance the soil >in your la vn, around trees and in gardens. There are many options that can easily be tailored to your individual needs. Some examples include barrels, and bins enclosed with fencing or wood. Eagan's composting ordinance requires that the compost materials be: closed: the enclosure be placed in the backyard, at least 34 feet from your home and at least 5 feet inside your property lase The ordinance also prohibits the cc*uposting of certain rrmatedals such as meat scraps, bones, whole eggs or pet wastes. For a copy of the ordinance and info ration on setting up a backyard composting stem, contact the Recycling Coordinator at 6814600. 'r i Collect your grass clippings and leaves in paper compostable yardwaste bags or a reusable container (as required by Dakota County Ordinance) and have your ruse .filer take them to an area compost site. Or take they yourself to a compost facility. The site located in Eagan is on Yankee Doodle and Elrene Road. For more information about arty of these options call the Recyclh ig ftot at z - 'f38Q k� the Recycling Coordinator at 681 -4600. 15