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Springao' CITY OF EAGAN 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 681 -4660 TDD 454 -8535 vd/ PARKS AND RECREATION 1993 SPRING PROGRAMS It's time to gear up for the spring fishing season. Come join local professional anglers Glen Hallow of South Metro Bait and Tackle and Minnesota Pro Guide Services, Inc., along with Chris Rivers of Minnesota Pro Guide Servies, Inc. They will share their expertise about fishing our local Eagan lakes and ponds. The seminar is suited for both beginner and experienced anglers. The seminar will cover the ins and outs of catching panfish, bass and walleye. Also, you will see the latest in fishing equipment and find out what you can use to land the big one. DATE: TIME: LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $1.00 (includes refreshments and seminar) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, March 18, 1993 Watch the stars come out along with planets and other fascinating celestial bodies as Eagan Parks and Recreation sponsors a star gazing night. Walter Hayes, member of the Minnesota Astronomical Society, will be our guide as several high- powered telescopes take us on a tour of the springtime sky in search of Jupiter and galaxies beyond. Pre - registration is required by calling Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535, by April 19. This activity is dependent upon a clear night. Call Recreation Happenings at 681 -4670, Option 1, after 4:00 p.m., to determine if the event is postponed to the back -up date or on as scheduled. DATE: Saturday, March 20, 1993 10:00 am - Noon Tuesday, April 20, 1993 (Thursday, April 22 is the back -up date) TIME: 8:00 - 9:30 p.m. LOCATION: Thomas Lake Pavilion 4425 Pilot Knob Road FEE: No charge SPRING FISHING SEMINAR EVENING WITH THE STARS REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Call 681-4660 (TDD 454 -8535) by 4:30 p.m., Monday, April 19, 1993 2 • • Featured at this year's festivities are: The Raptor Center People Magic Nature Games Refreshments Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Soil and Water Conservation Water Quality Fishing Information Walk and Bicycle Clubs Entertainment Games Activities Hands on Demonstrations Much, much more! FEE: REGISTRATION: No charge! EARTH DAY FESTIVAL Join everyone in celebrating Spring in Eagan by taking part in the Earth Day Ride or Earth Day Walk. • Young and old, swift and sure can enjoy a variety of distances. After your journey, take in all of the demonstrations, exhibits and activities that are a part of our Earth Day celebration. Feel the earth move! DATE: Sunday, April 25, 1993 TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road 3 Check in at 12:45 p.m. for the walk/bike routes. Otherwise, just show and enjoy! EAGAN FUN RUN Come out and enjoy the fresh morning air of a spring day in Minnesota by running in the Eighth Annual Fun Run to be held on Saturday, May 1, 1993. Eagan's run is the kick -off of the Eighth Annual Groundpounders Grand Prix Running Series. The cities of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Lakeville, Farmington, Rosemount and Savage will also host runs in the series. Eagan's run begins at Trapp Farm Park and offers a two mile and five mile run. Both runs begin at 8:00 a.m. Prizes will be awarded to male and female participants in the following age categories: 14 and under, 15 -19, 20 -29, 30 -39, 40 -49, 50 -57 and 58 & Over. Registration forms will be available at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road beginning March 01993. Pre - registration will be accepted until 3:00 p.m., April 30, 1993. The fee for this event is $8.00 if paid during pre- registration. The fee on Race Day is $10.00. An Eagan Fun Run T -shirt is included in the fee. The Tiny Tot program is designed to provide children ages, 3, 4 and 5, the opportunity for social/recreational interaction and growth. Children are exposed to a variety of skills and learning experiences which include: crafts, storytelling, special events, listening and sharing skills, and singing. The emphasis is on large and small group play. Pre - registration is required. Group size is limited to the first 20 in each session. Child must be 3, 4 or 5 years old by March 22, 1993. *Please Note: Registrations new to the Tiny Tots program begins on March 13, 1993. Children who participated in Tiny Tots during the Winter, 1993 session may re -enter the program during the time period of March 8 through March 12, 1993. DATES: March 22 - May 27, 1993 FEE: $75.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 pm, Friday, March 19, 1993 Section 1: Mon & Wed - 9:30 -11:30 am RAHN PARK 4425 Sandstone Drive TINY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES GOAT HILL PARK 4391 Lexington Avenue Section 2: Mon & Wed - 9:30 -11:30 am Section 3: Tu & Thurs - 9:30 -11:30 am Section 4: Tu & Thurs - 1:00 - 3:00 pm GAMES KIDS PLAY Four and five year olds will experience relays, circle games, physical fitness and game activities designed espe- cially for them. The class will include exposure to basketball, soccer, softball, baseball, as well as parachute play. Warm up games will be played with an emphasis on basics, such as bouncing, throwing, kicking and catching. Each class works on a progressive level according to the participant's ability. Bringing out non - competitive, positive play experiences and having fun are the emphasis for the program. This is a child/instructor class only. A parent's day will be held on the last day. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Child must be four or five years old by March 26, 1993. Space is limited and pre - registration is required DATES: Fridays, March 26 - May 21, 1993 (No class on April 9) TIMES: 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. LOCATION: Community Room Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 24, 1993 FEE: $20.00 �h �► REGISTRATION I . FITNESS AND FUN FOR THREE YEAR OLDS Three year olds will experience stunts and tumbling, creativ play, game activities, physical fitness and more activities design 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, improv- ing coordination and FUN are the emphasis for the program. This is a child/instructor program only. A parent's day will be held on the last day. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Child must be three years old by March 26, 1993. Space is limited and pre - registration is required. DATES: Fridays, March 26 - May 21, 1993 TIMES: 9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. LOCATION: Community Room Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 24, 1993 4 BRIDLE RIDGE PARK 3990 Elrene Road Section 5: Mon & Wed - 1:00 -3:00 pm Section 6: Tu & Thurs - 9:30 -11:30 a • CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS 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 • Ifconfidence. . This is a childhnstructor class only. Space is limited and pre - registration is required Child must be 3, 4 or 5 years old by March 26, 1993. DATES: Fridays, March 26 - May 21, 1993 (No class on April 9) TIMES:' Section 1: 9:15 - 10 :15 a.m. (Three year olds only) Section 2: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. (Four and five year olds) LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, March 24, 1993 • CHILDREN'S EGG HUNT Hop down the Bunny Trail to Ohmann Park for this Special Event. Children ages 3 - 8 are invited to visit with the Easter Bunny. An egg hunt with prizes for all will start promptly at 1:00 p.m. Age groups will be: 3 & 4 years, 5 & 6 years and 7 & 8 year olds. Special instructions will be given out upon arrival at the park. Children must be accompanied by an adult. (Adults will not be allowed to help their child find eggs.) Don't forget your camera! Pre - registration is required by Wednesday, April 7, 1993. DATE: Saturday, April 10, 1993 (Rain or Shine) TIME: 1:00 p.m. Sharp! LOCATION: George Ohmann Park 4730 Pebble Beach Way FEE: $2.00 /child •ISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 7, 1993 BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY Here comes the Easter Bunny! Eagan Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Silver Bell McDonald's is happy to bring you breakfast with the Easter Bunny. McDonald's is offering a Happy Meal breakfast of hot cakes, sausage, small orange juice and a Happy Meal toy, or cereal, milk, small orange juice and a Happy Meal toy, for the price of $1.99 plus tax on that day only. After their breakfast, children will receive a memento of their visit. Parents, please bring your camera! For planning purposes, let us know which session you'll be attending. *Please note, children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre - registration is required DATE: Saturday, April 10, 1993 TIME: Session I :: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Session II: 9:30 - 10 :30 a.m. LOCATION: McDonald's, 1995 Silver Bell Road FEE: $1.99 per child for breakfast (payable at McDonald's) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Call in your registration to 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) by 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 7, 1993 5 SCHOOL'S OUT PARTY Kids, ages 6 - 12 please join us on your day off from school as we Celebrate Spring! Bring along some hard boiled eggs and we'll decorate them. Also, bring along your favorite kite and we'll try some kite flying (weather permitting). The day will be spent outdoors as much as possible, so dress appropriately for the weather. Pizza and ice cream will be served for lunch. DATE: TIME: LOCATION: Space is limited and pre - registration is required Friday, April 9, 1993 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road FEE: $8.50 per person (Includes supervision, pizza, beverages, ice cream and all activities) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 7, 1993 BEACH PARTY FUN! School is out for School Districts #196 and #197, so if you are between the ages of 6 and 12, come on over to Sky Hill Park for a fun - filled day at the "beach ". Games, food and good times are in store for all who attend. Pizza and ice cream will be served for lunch. Activities will be held outdoors, so dress appropriately for the weather. Pre - registration is required and space is limited Monday, April 12, 1993 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. DATE: TIME: LOCATION: Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road FEE: $8.50 per person (Includes supervision, pizza, beverages, ice cream and all activities) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 7, 1993 6 IN -LINE SKATING LESSONS This Spring, hit the pavement rolling into the fast - growing, street- streaking, asphalt- kicking sensation of in -line roller skating. Lots of fun, action and exercise. Learn the skills and rules necessary to "skate smart". John Glynn is a certified instructor through the International In -Line Skating Association. All ages are welcome! Beginners will learn how to stroke, turn and stop. Intermediate skaters will learn how to improve their stride, do cross - over turns, backward skate and control those edges. Skate rental is available through SununitBike and Sport, 2119 Cliff Road, at a special discounted price of $10.00 for four days, including some protective equip- ment! (Class receipt required). A helmet is required. Knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards are strongly recommended. Space is limited Register early. DATES AND TIMES: Session L: April 26, 27, 28 (Rain make -up, April 29) Session IL: May 3, 4, 5 (Rain make -up, May 6) FEE: $15.00 per person Beginners: 5:00 - 5:45 p.m. Intermediates: 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Adult Beginners: 7:00 - 7:45 p.m. Beginners: 5:00 - 5:45 p.m. Intermediates: 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Adult Beginners: 7:00 - 7:45 p.m. LOCATION: Blue Cross -Blue Shield of Minnesota parking lot, south end near Blackhawk Road and Blue Cross Road REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session I - April 23 Session II - April 30 • • • BASEBALL CLINIC DATE: Saturday, May 1, 1993 Meet the Eagan High Wildcats! Coach Bob Sadek, his staff and the 1993 edition of the Eagan High School Varsity Baseball Team will conduct this fast -paced clinic for youth players, parents and coaches. Get the latest tips on playing ball the Wildcat way. Hitting, throwing, fielding and base running will be covered. Enjoy a hot dog lunch as well. Baseball, hot dogs and the Eagan Wildcats. How All- American! Bring your bat, glove and enthusiasm. TIME: Youth grades K -3, their parents and coaches 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Youth grades 4 and up, their parents and coaches 11:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (From 11:45 - 12:45 everyone will eat) LOCATIONS: Northview Athletic Fields 980 Northview Park Road (NOT Northview Elementary) There is a possibility we will use the new varsity field at Eagan High School, if completed. (In case of rain, clinic will be held in the Eagan High School gym.) FEE: $1.00 per person (includes lunch and clinic) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 27, 1993 DATES: Saturday, April 3, 1993 BABYSITTING/LATCHKEY CLINIC The Eagan Women's Fire Auxiliary and the Department of Parks and Recreation co- sponsor babysitting/latchkey clinics. Boys and girls ages 10 and older are encouraged to participate. The clinic covers the "how to" of babysitting, including age- appropriate game activities. An awareness of safety issues will be fostered. First Aid will be emphasized. The latchkey portion covers safety concerns for a child being home alone. A light lunch will be served to the class participants. .LO CATION: Community Room Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road Space is limited and pre - registration is required TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. FEE: $9.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 pm, March 26, 1993 7 "Glove down!" "Step into the pitch!" "Keep your eye on the ball!" Work with Sandy Hillyer and the 1993 Eagan Wildcats. Hear the tips that help Eagan High's teams successful. Bring your glove, your bat, wear your softball gear. Be ready for a work out. Youth ages Kindergarten through 15 will find the clinic beneficial to their softball skills. DATE: Saturday, May 15, 1993 TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. LOCATION: Northview Athletic Fields 980 Northview Park Road (NOT Northview Elementary) FEE: $2.00 (covers lunch) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 p.m., Monday, May 10, 1993 Calling all 5th and 6th grade boys and girls. Check out tennis on Saturday, May 22, 1993. Work with Patty Mraz, head instructor of Eagan Parks and Recreation tennis camps and leagues. Get a taste of summer fun. DATE: Saturday, May 22, 1993 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Northview Athletic Tennis Courts No charge. Call in reservation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, May 20, 1993 TIME: LOCATION: FEE: EAGAN SOFTBALL CLINIC MAY 22 TENNIS BLITZ DATES AND TIMES: Eagan Parks and Recreation organizes a variety of slow pitch softball leagues for adults. Games are played at Northview Athletic and Rahn Athletic fields. For the majority ofleagues, players on the roster must live or work full -time in Eagan. For a complete registration packet stop by or call Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535). Players wishing to get on an available players list should also call 681-4660 (TDD 454- 8535). Hurry! The deadline is near! Leagues offered include: LOCATION: FEE: $37.00 ADULT SLOWPITCH SOFTBALL Mondays: Tuesdays: Wednesdays: Thursdays: Fridays: Also, any players or teams interested in a 50 and Over League should contact Parks and Recreation for further information. Returning teams register March 1 -12. New teams register March 15 -17, on a first -come, first - served, space - available basis. 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 class covers the rules, etiquette, equipment, putting and chipping. Troon Golf Learning Center, located on the corner 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. May 10 - May 24 Section 1: Section 2: Section 3: Mav 11 - May 25 Section 4: Section 5: Section 6: (Tues. & Thurs.) 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Troon Golf Learning Center, County Road 42 at Highway 13 (Mon. & Wed.) 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 p.m., Thursday, May 6, 1993 Women's C & D, Men's Open Class Men's Daytime, Men's C & D, Co -Rec 11/12" Men's C & D, Co -Rec 11/12" Daytime Men's Daytime, Men's Industrial C & D, Men's 35/40 and Over Couples 14 ", Co -Rec 14 ", Co -Rec 11/12" ADULT SOCCER LEAGUE The Parks and Recreation Departments of the cities of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville, Rosemour and Savage will once again be formingaill adult soccer league this summer. The league is open to persons 20 years of age and older, and will be played on Sunday afternoons starting in late spring, early summer. Teams interested in registering for the league should contact the Rosemount Parks and Recreation Department at 423 -4415 (TDD 454 -8535) to obtain registration materials and starting date of league. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The City of Eagan is cotimitted to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without' regard to race, color, creed, : national origin. sex, inability, age, m status or status .with regard to public • assistance ............................. ............... .............. ............... .............. ............... • PRELIMINARY LEAGUE LINE -UP: EAGAN MEN'S TENNIS LEAGUE Parks and Recreation offers an open tennis league for men. Matches are played on Tuesday evenings, centeringonthe courts at Northview Athletic, however, additional courts may be used. A handicap system can be utilized to equalize the opportunity to succeed. The focus is on singles play, however, every third week doubles are played. An organizational meeting will be held in early May. Details will be finalized when the number of participants is known. FEE: $5.00 per participant "r GISTRATION DEADLINE: ift 30, 1993 Monday: Tuesday: Thursday: Friday: PERTINENT INFORMATION: FEE: $5.00 /participant 9 SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES The Department of Parks and Recreation invites volleyball enthusiasts to play in summer sand volleyball leagues. Matches will be played at Rahn Athletic and Goat Hill Park. The Department looks for winter league teams, neighborhood groups, teens and work groups to enter teams. The leagues will be formed in late April with play beginning in May. Specific information on "how to enter your team" will be available beginning April 5, 1993. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535), to request the packet of information. Unofficiated, co- recreational Officiated and unofficiated women's Officiated and unofficiated men's Officiated and unofficiated co- recreational Sand volleyball offers a vigorous work out, a familiar game and the opportunity to get together with friends. TRY IT OUT! CO- RECREATIONAL TEAM TENNIS This adult co- recreational tennis league is offered for its 6th season of play. Teams in the South of the River League are comprised of co- workers, couples, neighbors, or of tennis enthusiasts from a "draft" list. Team rosters hold a minimum of two men and two women, to a maximum of five men and five women. Competitive and recreational divisions are offered. Invitations to join are extended to teams from Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage. Matches are comprised of men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles and one or two sets of mixed doubles. No ad scoring is used and the match score is the sum of all games won. Typically, a match is completed in two hours. Tennis courts in Eagan form the center of league activity. Subject to the demographics of the league, courts in other communities may also be used. An organizational meeting will be held to enter teams into the league, to assess levels of skill, and to organize "draft" teams. Night of play: Organizational meeting: Start of League Play: Wednesday Mid -May Early June If you have a team or wish to be on the draft list, call Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535). Don't miss out on a lot of fun! xr SicItVt A <st r rat 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. Afee of $60.00 is charged for 1/2 day; $85.00 for afull day's use of these facilities. A $150.00 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 class or general public hours. O'Leary and Walnut Hill Parks offer sun shelters, sized to 15 - 20 picnickers. A fee of $25.00 is charged for a sun shelter reservation. 1. Call Parks and Recreation 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535), at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Reservation inquiries for a particular calendar year will be accepted after January 1 of that year. 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. TENNIS COURT /SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT RESERVATIONS Tennis courts and sand volleyball courts are available for casual play on a first come, first served basis. The standard expected courtesy is that play is limited to one hour when people are waiting to get onto the court. In addition, the exchange occurs on the hour. Courts can be reserved for leagues, tournaments or special events. A fee of $2.00 per hour per court is charged. Reserva- tions are posted at the courts. Events such as tournaments and independent leagues require a certificate of insurance. RESF.RVE::A::C( ............................ ........................... 1. Call Parks and Recreation, 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535), at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Court availability will be verified. 3. Fees are due within 48 hours of an inquiry. 4. The reservation is recorded upon receipt of fees. PICNIC PAVILIONS • The picnic pavilion at Trapp Farm Park features a covered space, yet it's 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 times blocks run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Activities which overlap either of the time periods will be considered full day. Reservations are accepted for week -day or week -end events. The fee is $60.00 per half day or $85.00 for a full day. A damage deposit of $150.00 is required. ( VE A PAVILION 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535), at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Reservation inquiries for a particular calendar year will be . accepted after January 1 of that year. 3. Availability of the pavilion will be verified. 4. The reservation will be recorded upon receipt of fees: Fees are due within 48 hours of the initial inquiry. ATHLETIC FIELD RESERVATIONS It is anticipated that a limited amount of field space may be available for "challenge games" this summer. Location and day(s) of week will be known by mid -May. A fee of $25.00 is charged for a single game 1 1/4 hour reservation. The fee is $50.00 for a two game time block, 2 - 1/2 hour reservation. To RESERVE A HELM 1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535), at least three weeks prior to the date of the event. 2. Field availability will be verified. 3. Fees are due within 48 hours of the inquiry. 4. The reservation is recorded upon receipt of fees. • 10 lla As a service to the community, the Department ofParks and Recreation, in cooperation with area Youth Athletic Associations, sponsors ches certification clinics. Eagan Parks and Recreation staff are certified instructors affiliated with the National Youth Sport Coaches Association. NYSCA has developed a three year curriculum designed to benefit coaches of youth sports. This certification program is used extensively throughout the United States. Eagan is pleased to be a part ofthis program and proud to be able to offer it to Eagan youth coaches. The subject areas covered at each clinic include: The Psychology of Coaching Youth Sports, Maximizing Performance and First Aid. First year coaches also view a video tape presentation, individualized to specific sports, that cover "Organizing A Fun and Interesting Practice" and "Offensive and Defensive Techniques ". NATIONAL YOUTH SPORTS COACHES ASSOCIATION Every child in sports deserves to have the best. Clinics for spring/summer sports are as follows: Wednesday, March 31, 1993 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Eagan Municipal Center 2nd and 3rd year certification, all sports Saturday, April 3, 1993 Saturday, April 3, 1993 Wednesday, April 7, 1993 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Eagan Municipal Center 1st year certification, soccer 2)&teewe't 1€41 Z, i ac we It 41 Dceeocwc Zlcl PARKS BROCHURES The following facility and forestry brochures are available at the Municipal Center, the Dakota County Library, the Central Maintenance facility and at pavil- ions and park shelter buildings. • Eagan Trails Park Shelter Buildings Tennis Courts Planning the Residential Landscape Planting and Maintenance of Trees Dealing with Home Landscape Problems Trees in Our Environment 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Dakota Hills Middle School 1st year certification, baseball, softball, track 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Dakota Hills Middle School 2nd and 3rd year certification, all sports EAGAN SENIORS Eagan Seniors meet several times each month to visit with friends of long standing, to welcome new seniors to the community, to have fun and to partake in service projects. The Seniors Coffee Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 9:00 a.m. at the Silver Bell McDonald's Restaurant. Hosts Peggy Knudsen and Phyllis Lange assist the Seniors who gather to celebrate birthdays and to play bingo. On the second Wednesday of each month the group holds a potluck lunch followed by speakers, entertainment or other social activity. Occa- sionally, in lieu of a potluck, the group meets at a local restaurant for lunch. The Seniors group meets at Oak Woods of Eagan on the fourth Tuesday of the month. First graders from Northview Elementary School join the Seniors. The children provide a program, read to their surrogate grandparents or listen to stories told by the Seniors about the "olden days ". When the children leave to go back to school, the Seniors continue with visiting and activity. If you are a Senior, new to the City or a life -long resident, join us. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535), to be placed on the mailing list to receive monthly activity announcements. 11 * * ** *LOCATION * * * * ** Eagan MunicipalCenter, 3830 Pilot Knob Road Regular Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday ******REGISTRATION OPENS* * * * * * Saturday, March 13,1993 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM ******EQUAL ACCESS POLICY RECREATION PROGRAMS****** 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 events. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will make every attempt to provide the aids. However, this may not be possible with short notice. * * * ** *SCHOLARSHIPS * * * * ** A limited amount of scholarship funding is available. For information, call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535). ******REGISTRATION OPTIONS * * * * * * In- person Mail -in Depository drop box NOTE: Registration received prior to March 13, 1993, will be processed upon completion of the first day in- person session. ******REQUESTS TO CHANGE A REGISTRATION****** Requests to change activity locations, sections or times for registrations already completed must be made in- person. Telephone requests cannot be accepted. A fee of $2.00 will be charged for this service. * * * ** *CONFIRMATION LETTERS * * * * ** LETTERS OF CONFIRMATION ARE NOT SENT. You should attend an activity for which you register as scheduled unless you are notified otherwise. * * * ** *REFUND POLICY * * * * ** Registration fees for programs canceled by Parks and Recreation will be fully refunded. A $2.00 service fee will be charged for individual registration cancellations made prior to the start of an activity or its registration deadline. 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Using repetition, a firm "no" when needed and loads of praise, you will teach your dog to respond appropriately. 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 you 12 years of age or older. Novice training is for dogs which have previously had beginner classes. 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. DATES: FEE: $30.00 Space is limited and pre - registration is required. Thursday, March 25 - May 27, 1993 TIMES: FREE WHEELERS BICYCLING CLUB Join fellow peddlers in a variety of offerings for everyone interested in bicycling. All ages, skills and abilities can take part. *Incentive Program Earn awards for maintaining your program. As you reach milestones you will earn: 50 miles 100 miles 500 miles 1000 miles *Monthly Meetings Button Visor T -shirt Bicycle Accessory Register with Eagan Parks and Recreation, 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) *Earth Day Bicycle Ride Celebrate Spring and Earth Day on a bike tour in Eagan. Choose from a variety of distances. Afterwards enjoy the festival featuring displays, refreshments, hands -on demonstrations, games and entertainment. Check -in at 12:45 p.m., Sunday, April 25 a t Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road. The festival will happen from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. There is no charge. *Weekly Rides Meet at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, 7:00 a.m. Saturdays beginning April 17, 1993. Determine your route and pace when you meet. The club meets on the third Monday of each month to present awards, discuss topics of interest and plan activities. Sharing nformation and coordinating participation in other organized events also occurs. There is no charge to join. LOCATION: Community Room,Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 p.m., March 23, 1993 14 Beginner: Novice: Beginner: FLEET FEET WALKING CLUB *Incentive Program Enjoy the many miles of trails in Eagan and be rewarded for maintaining a regular program. There's no charge to join or for the awards. Just call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535, to register. Earn awards for maintaining your program. As you reach milestones you will earn: 50 miles 100 miles 200 miles 500 miles *Earth Day Walk Walk your choice of distances to celebrate Spring and our environment. Afterwards enjoy a festival full of displays, refreshments, hands -on demonstrations, games and entertainment. All of this takes place from 12:45 p.m. (walk check -in) until 4:00 p.m. at Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road, Sunday, April 25, 1993. There is no charge. *Monthly Meetings 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. button visor T -shirt Pedometer The Fleet Feeters meet on the third Monday of every month at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Awards are presented, topics discussed, ideas shared and plans made for a variety of skills and interests. • 1 The Recreation Happenings Hotline is on line 24 hours each day menu of topics has been set up so that residents, utilizing a touch tone phone, can quickly hear specific information The menu and examples of messages is as follows #1 TODAY'S ACTIVITIE Weather related class information, field trip and other pertinent general #2 UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS Information concerning activities that will .....::: >: featur #3 SEASONAL OUTDOOR FACILITY INFORMATI Wondering if the tennis nets are up? Or, where the fishing piers are, dial #3 #4 SHELTER BUILDING/FACILITY RESERVATION INFORMATION The < "how !to" of reservations for pavilions, shelter buildings, ballfields, sand volleyball courts or picnic kits. Subject to the season of the year, information about the facilities available for will be recorded happen in two or three weeks. Family events are #5 REGISTRATION INFORMATION D ate, time, location for the start of registration each quarter, Informati about class openings o available space will be provided from time to time. ovolutt,mmgmA55pc INFORMATION: The hotli telephone numbers for youth athletics are provided as a s ervice to the Applications will be accepted beginning on March 29, 1993 through April 23, 1993. All applicants must complete a City application form. The forms are available at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Seasonal employment opportunities are available in Parks and Recreation Summer programs. Recreation leaders and assistants are needed in the following programs: Summer in the Park, Tiny Tots Recreational Activities, Recreational T -Ball and Eaganettes Fun with Dance. Dates of employment are June 14 - July 30, 1993. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4 :30 p.m. If you need additional information call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535). 15 Sunday Monday 1 Tiny Tots Tuesday 2 Tiny Tots CITY COUNCIL 6:30 PM Wednesday 3 Tiny Tots Basketball Thursday 4 Tiny Tots Dog Obedience Basketball Friday 5 Volleyball Saturday 6 7 8 Tiny Tots 55 /Alive 9 Tiny Ti Tots 55 /Alive 10 Ti Tots Tiny 11 Tiny Tots Y Dog Obedience 12 Volleyball 13 SPRING RECREATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION 9 AM - 1 PM 14 Timberwolves Trip 15 Bike /Wak Club 16 Volleyball CITY COUNCIL 6:30 PM 17 Basketball 18 Dog Obedience 19 Volleyball 20 Spring Fishing Seminar 10 AM 21 22 Tiny Tots 23 Tiny Tots Volleyball 24 Tiny Tots Basketball 25 Tiny Tots Dog Obedience 26 Games Kids Play Fitness at Fun Creative Expressions Volleyball 27 28 29 Tlny Tots 30 Tiny Tots Y 31 Tiny Tots NYSCA 2nd & Year Clinics 3rd I ado EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance. March, 1993 114 16 Sund \ .nday \ Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1 Tiny Tots ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION & NAT. RESOURCES Friday 2 Games Kids Play Fitness & Fun Creative criore Saturday 3 NYSCA Coaches Clinic Babysitting/Latch Key Clinic 4 5 Tiny Tots Sand Volleyball Info. Available CITY COUNCIL 6:30 PM 6 Tiny Tots 7 Tiny Tots NYSCA Coaches Clinic 8 Tiny Tots Dog Obedience School's Out Party 10 Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Children's Egg Hunt 11 12 Tiny Tots Beach Party 13 Ti Tots 14 Tiny Tots 15 Tiny Tots Dog Obedience 16 Games Kids Play Fitness & Fun Creative Expressions 17 Free Wheels Bicycle Club 18 19 Tiny Bike Tots BkelWalk Club 20 Evening with the Stars Tiny Tots CITY COUNCIL 6:30 PM 21 Tiny Tots 22 Tiny Tots Dog Obedience 23 Games Kids Play Fitness & Fun Creative Expressions 24 Free Wheels Bicycle Club 25 Earth Day Festival 26 Tiny Tots In -Line Skating 27 Tiny Tots In -Line Skating 28 Tiny Tots In-Line Skating 29 Tiny Tots In -Line Skating Dog Obedience 30 Games Kids Play Fitness & Fun Creative Expressions Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Baseball Clinic - 10 AM EaganFun Run - 8 AM 2 3 Tiny Tots 4 Tiny Tots CITY COUNCIL 6:30 PM 5 Tiny Tots 6 Tiny Tots Dog Obedience ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION 7 Games Fitness Creative Kids Play & Fun Expressions 8 FreeWheeIs Bicycle Club 9 MOTHER'S DAY 10 Tiny Tots Golf Lessons 11 Tiny Tots Golf Lessons 12 Tiny Golf Tots Lessons 13 Tiny Tots Golf Lessons Dog Obedience 14 Games Fitness Creative Kids Play & Fun Expressions 15 Softball Clinin 11:00 AM SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM 16 17 Tiny Tots Golf Lessons Bike/Walk Club 18 Tiny Tots Golf Lessons CITY COUNCIL 6:30 PM 19 Tiny Golf Tots Lessons 20 Tiny Tots Golf Lessons Dog Obedience 21 Games Fitness Creative Kids Play & Fun Expressions 22 Youth Tennis Blitz 123 30 24 Tiny Tots Golf Lesso MEMORIAL 31 DAY 25 Tiny Tots Golf Lessons 26 Tiny Tots 27 Tiny Tots Dog Obedience 28 29 April, 1993 11 CITY OF EAGAN 3830 PILOT KNOB ROAD EAGAN, MN 55122 EAGAN NEWS MARCH 1993 VOLUME 16 NO.1 PHONE: 681 -4600 TDD #: 454 -8535 THE LONE OAK TREE ... THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY 1993 EAGAN ARBOR DAY PROGRAM The City of Eagan will be celebrating its seventh annual Arbor Day Program on Saturday, April 24th. This year's program will be held at Captain Dodd Park on Country View Drive, in the southeast section of Eagan. Festivities will begin at 9:00 a.m. with an Arbor Day Proclamation by the Mayor and unveiling of the 1993 Arbor Month Poster Contest winner from Eagan's schools. This will be followed by a tree planting demonstration and the planting of trees in the park by program participants. Each child will receive a free Arbor Month poster, balloons, and a seedling to plant at home. Participants will also be treated to free refreshments. Individuals, families, and community organizations are encouraged to join in this tree planting and community ArborDay celebration. Participants will not only have ‚ cial but learn something about tree care, while helping to beautify one of Eagan's park and green space areas. Those wishing to participate in the program are asked to register with the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department at 681 -4660, TDD phone: 454 -8535. EARTH DAY 1993 The City of Eagan is sponsoring an Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 25, 1993, from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. at Thomas Lake Park. The event is organized to educate and entertain children of all ages. You will learn about our City's recycling program, the water quality of our local lakes, hear more about waste reduction and recycling from a magician, learn about birds of prey from a Raptor Center presentation, experience our parks with fun nature activities and much more. Again this year, we are organizing a walk and also a bike with different distances to choose from. The Festival is FREE Refreshments will be provided. We ask that participants in the walk or bike gather at the park at 12:45 p.m. We hope to see you there! INSIDE Cable V Update Road Construction ., City Tree Sale:! Dog Licenses.;: . .ibrary Notes.: . t Smoke Detectors 10i ;Water Conservation. .. 11 ........................................... ..........:....:............... Hera Highlights .,.,..12: CITY MAP The City of Eagan map which is sponsored by the Eagan Lions Club in conjunction with the City of Eagan will be distributed with the telephone books in March by the Volunteer Fire Department. The map contains updated information regarding zip codes, streets, parks, recre- ational activities and school district bound- aries within the city. Although these boundaries are up- to -date, anyone purchasing or building a home in the city should contact the school district in which their home is located to confirm that the district listed on the map is the correct one. By doing this, confusion or misinformation will be avoided. CITY OF EAGAN Mayor: Thomas Egan Councilmembers: Pat Awada Shawn Hunter Sandra Masin Ted Wachter COUNCIL CHAMBER'S MEDIA RENOVATION COMPLETION A significant change in the television production quality of the City's public meetings began with the cablecast of the City Council's December 15 meeting. No longer are viewers of the City's public meetings, on cable Channel 16, having to squint or turn up the volume thanks to the completion of the council chamber's media renovation. The chamber's former equipment had deteriorated beyond repair, and the system was not providing full presentation capabilities. As a result, last summer the Council approved the restoration of the chamber's media production system. The goal was to not only replace the worn out equipment, but to improve the communication of the meetings to both the home and chamber audience. This has been accomplished. The media renovation of the chambers not only included the installation of three remote controlled cameras, which will capture all of the action of the meetings, but also items such as the two static presentation cameras, a public presentation podium accessibl to persons with mobility disabilities, and in -house monitors for the chamber audience. Now, all of the meetings' audiences will be able to see display information such as charts, pictures, drawings and video. All of the expenses associated with the renovation were paid for by the City's cable franchise fees, with no impact on the City's property tax dollars. The franchise fees, obtained as a result of the franchise granted to the City's cable operator, are reserved specifically for the City's cable and communication related expenses. Included with the new equipment will be the ability to increase the number of times the public meetings are played back by the cable company which are currently limited to only two times. Eventually, later this spring or summer, the City will assume this responsibility. At that time, the number of times each meeting can be seen by the public will be increased due to the installation of automated equipment. In the interim, starting the week of March 15, the following revised playback schedule will be implemented. ST ) Th Ci The fo o f Eagan cablecass its meetings obi the Government Access Channel wi g is a listing t f the monthly p ogr schedule COUNCIL Cableaast hive 1st & 3rd Tuesday Recablecast ' ; Next Day, Weds Recal lecast Next Day, :Weds Cablecast Live l st Thursday Recablecast Ne Day, Friday Recablecast Next Day, Friday PARK &REC COMMISSI 'MMTSSION tiNNIN 1MMISSIl7N ek Cablecast Live 2nd Thursday Recablecast :: Nei Day Friday ; : Recablecast . ! Next Day, Friday Cablecast lave 4th Tuesday Rb Ncxt Day, Weds Recablecast Next Day, Weds Ca Zl Live 2nd;Tuesday Recablceast Next Day, Weds Recablecast ! Next Day. Weds / :UU pm 10:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m tochange pl ease check Channel 16 for current' ►IN FORMED ON YOUR CI ............................................ ............................... TU NE IN CHANN AIRP ORT RELATIONS : COMMIT F E Meetingplaybac #04 :004 mes E! VE RN M E NT 500prn 700pm NOON 530pm 704pm NfN 5 :30 m. tici' m 30 a.m. 00!p 2 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE OPPORTUNITIES The City ofEagan employs sea- sonal workers in Parks Maintenance, Forestry, Utilities Maintenance, and Streets Maintenance positions dur- ing the spring through fall months. Applications for these positions are now available at the Eagan Mu- nicipal Center. Applicants should be at least 18 years of age. The positions involve some strenuous physical tasks and outdoor working conditions. Qualified minorities and fe- males are encouraged to apply. The City of Eagan is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. FIRE HYDRANT FLUSHING Again this April the Utility Division will be conducting its annual system flush- ing and inspection. The purpose of this operation is to remove any rust that may have accumulated over the year and to operate and inspect the 2,351 hydrants the division owns and operates. The mainte- nance staff will be flushing hydrants Mon- day through Friday during normal working hours. Residents may experience a tempo- rary pressure drop as hydrants are opened. Any questions or concerns should be di- rected to Paul Heuer, Water Supervisor, 681 -4300, TDD phone: 454 -8535. Further notice ofdates and times wi be published in the Eagan Sun Current and Eagan ThisWeek. if you ate bothered i an aircralt noise event, note the time'of day, your location and. as much as youu cart about> the aircraft and direction of flight and call the M C Noise; C omplaint flottine at 726 94I I tou niay also;write t the l et ropol tan. Airports Commission at • 6040 28th Ave South, `.Minneapolis, :54 EAGAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION To enhance its effectiveness as an advisory commission to the City Council, e Eagan Economic Development Com- ssion is in the process of defining its vision and mission for business develop- ment within the City. The mission of the EDC will have three major focuses: Busi- ness Retention and Expansion, Business Location, and Business or Area Redevelop- ment. Over the past several months, com- mission members have worked to define how the commission fits within the context the City's vision statement, what its mis- sion is and how that mission relates to the City's economic development goals and targets. As the mission takes shape, several priorities for the commission are becoming apparent. The Economic Development Commission is committed to encouraging and fostering high quality development and redevelopment in the city. The EDC recognizes the need to foster an attractive and desirable business environment in or- der to ensure economic and employment opportunities, a strong tax base, and an availability of services for its citizens. The DC is dedicated to the development of an overall city vision. With this vision, the EDC will be better able to plan economic development in the City of Eagan. EAGAN WINS AWARD The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City ofEagan by the Government Finance Officers Association ofthe United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplish- ment by a government and its management. Eagan is one of only thirty cities in Minnesota to receive this award. An Award of Financial Reporting Achievement has been awarded to the individual designated as primarily responsible for preparing the award - winning CAFR. This has been presented to Eugene J. VanOverbeke, Director of Finance/City Clerk. The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program including demonstrating includin demonstratin a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read CAFR INSPECTIONS DIVISION SAFETY TIP Furnaces, water heaters and fireplaces all require fresh air to operate, commonly referred to in the building trades as "combustion" air. In new home construction, combustion air is brought into the home through an insulated duct that is sometimes tied into the return air duct, or more commonly is terminated inside the furnace room. This duct is vital to the proper drafting of the furnace, water heater, or fireplace. We have experienced a number of incidents where this flexible duct was blocked with rags or clothing. If the duct creates a cold floor that is intolerable, the duct could be dropped into a bucket, tempering the air slightly before it spills into the room. 3 Another area that must be addressed 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 have also been known to block this intake with nests. Ifa furnace, water heater, or fireplace does not draft properly, it could lead to a carbon monoxide build up in the home. Proper maintenance of heating systems will result in an efficient and safe home. F ; Th C of aganiseor rnttedtr7,;ftepolu thataltperadnshaveequalaccest to tsprogrants, services, actvit� factlU sand employment without regardto race, color, creed, ref g on national origin, seat, disabt t tp, age, marital status or stati s with regard to public assistance PLANNED 1993 ROADWAY CONSTRUCTION As we all know, unfortunately, last month the legendary ground hog happened to see his shadow. But our lengthy Minne- sota winter should almost be over by the time you read this newsletter. The 1993 roadway construction season will soon be underway with many projects affecting our transportation system In April ofthisyear, the City Council will consider awarding a contract to recon- struct the streets in the Cedar Groves 3, 4, 5, 6, & 9 Additions in the west portion of the City between Nicols and Blackhawk Roads. This is a major project affecting more than 750 residential property owners from early spring through this fall. The City will also be considering structural overlays for Blue Cross Road and Blackhawk Hills Road during this con- struction season. Dakota County will be reconstruct- ing Diffley Road (County Road 30) from one -half mile east of Pilot Knob Road to State Trunk Highway 3. This major road- way reconstruction will result in portions of Diffley Road being closed to traffic from late March until the end of October. The segment of Diffley Road be- tween Lexington Avenue and Braddock Trail will not be closed to traffic until after the end of the school year in mid -June in order to maintain access to Northview El- ementary, Dakota Hills Middle and Eagan High Schools. This segment between Lex- ington Avenue and Braddock Trail will reopen when school starts in late August. The remaining sections of the roadway will be closed to through traffic throughout the 1993 construction season. The Lexington Avenue and Dodd Road intersection cross- ings will remain open except for periodic short-term closures. All other remaining streets that intersect with Diffley Road will be closed for the duration of the project. As with any major roadway reconstruction, local access and emergency vehicle access will be maintained to all local residents affected by the road closures. Dakota County will also be finishing two roadway construction projects which began in 1992. During the early part of the 1993 construction season, Lone Oak Road (County Road 26) will be finished between Pilot Knob and I -35E as well as Cliff Road (County Road 32) between Cedar Avenue and 35 -E. The finishing of the Lone Oak Road and the Cliff Road projects will not result in any road closures or traffic de- tours. Also during 1993, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will be finishing its roadway work which they started in the Fall of 1992 on State Highway 13 in Burnsville as well as mill- ing and overlaying State Highway 3 from State Highway 149 in north Eagan south to County Road 42 in Rosemount. Associated with the Mendota Bridge closing and re- alignmentofthe State Highway 13/Mendota Bridge/State Highway 110 interchange, State Highway 13 will be closed north of 494 between May and September with traffic being detoured onto Yankee Doodle Road and Pilot Knob Road. Please contract the City Engineering Division at 681 -4646 (TDD # 454 -8535) or Dakota County Highway Department at 891 -7100 for further information and up- dates. If you need this information in an alternate form such as large print, braille, 1 audio tape, etc., please contact the City of Eagan, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, 1 t MN 55122, 681 -4600, (TDD phone: 454 -8535) 4 SINES a city, Eagan 04#0 mend one business over another, but can recommend Eaganbusinesses s a group. From time to ttime, rear eints contactthe City askingwhy one businessoranotheris notcurrentlyin the City or why they have to drive elsewherefor a product service While ma yfactorsaffectabusiness' decision to locin one: fiver another, cite of the bigg factors is .! perceived buying poweron the part of the public: At 50,000 plus people, Eagan is one othe ten largest cities inthe;state and the City's professional and dual income households put its median family income well above average. By shopping in Eagan whenever;you' can, youhelp to demonstrateto retail ersthat Eaganis an important:market for their goods and services So shop Eagan busiiinesses. Your buying dect sions will <help insure that Eagan's :4 retail and; service community will continue to grow to meet;your needs SPRING PARK REMINDERS GOLF AND PETS: City ordinances prohibit driving golf balls in a park, direct that dogs be on a leash and that the dog owner is to "pickup" after his/her pet. VANDALISM: Vandalism such as tearing up turf in a park, spray painting graffiti on park facilities or breaking glass fixtures are se- rious offenses. If you encounter vandalism in progress, call the police. If you discover a mess that vandals have made, report it to Parks and Recreation. CLEAN -UP: When the snow melts you may en- counter areas on bicycle trails or in specif parks that may require prompt attentio from the City. Call Parks and Recreation to report areas that require clean-up. SPRING CLEANUP • As springtime arrives, the City Street Maintenance crews begin sweeping from the streets the debris and accumulated sand from our winter snow and ice control. To further enhance the water quality ofEagan's lakes and ponds, Street Maintenance crews follow a priority schematic established by Eagan's water quality management team for early winter /spring sweeping begin- ning as soon as the weather permits. This sweeping takes place between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. - Monday through Friday. In the month of April we operate with two shifts between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. The cleaning of200 centerline miles of streets and over 500 cul-de -sacs is accomplished with 3 mechanical sweepers which deposit the sweepings into dump trucks. The sweepings are then hauled to a disposal site. The targeted completion date for spring cleanup is May 15th. For maximum efficiency, a route pro- gression has to be followed to eliminate excessive travel time. Keeping vehicles off the street until it is swept will be appreci- ated. Thank you for your anticipated coop- eration and patience in helping to keep our •eets clean. This newsletter is printed on r.ecycicd paper. SIGNS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL The Public Works Department receives many calls and requests for signs to reduce the speed of traffic on residential streets. While proper signage is used to regulate, warn, or guide traffic, the "Manual on Uniform Trafc Control Devices" provides cri- teria and warrants for such installa- tions. Some of the following examples are suggestions we receive from citi- zens to slow traffic and reasons why we can or cannot implement the sugges- tions: SPEED LIMIT SIGNS Although our City Council has many times recognized the desire to lower speed limits in residential areas below 30 MPH, current State law pre- cludes such action by the City. State law does not allow local communities to designate or establish speed limits. In order to properly inform a driver of the change in speed limit from a higher speed limit road to a local residential street, a 30 MPH sign is installed at an appropriate location to ensure visibil- ity for vehicles entering a lower resi- dential speed zone. STOP SIGNS When a petition for stop sign installation is received, the City per- forms an analysis of intersection acci- dents, a speed study, traffic counts, and an analysis of intersection clear sight distances. If the intersection meets the necessary warrants and criteria, the installation of this traffic control de- vice will be authorized by the City. However, unwarranted installa- tion of stop signs many times creates a false sense of security for pedestrians, while placing an unexpected traffic control device on the travelling public which many times is inadvertently over- looked, creating a greater safety hazard. Stop signs should not be used to control the speed of traffic. Normally, vehicles will increase their speed after stopping for an unwarranted stop sign. "SLOW - WATCH FOR CHILDREN" SIGNS The City recognizes the need to warn motorists of unusual situations along a roadway. The City of Eagan is a very young, growing community with an average age of 29 years, which im- plies a significant number of children in every residential area throughout our entire community. Therefore, we have felt that the best placement for these types of signs would be at specific loca- tions where significant numbers of chil- dren are expected to congregate such as school yards, playgrounds, or neighbor- hood parks. This selective use tends to emphasize the importance of such signs when they are installed. To randomly place them on every residential street that has children would result in these signs being unconsciously disregarded at critical areas. SPEED BUMPS While recognizing that speed bumps have an inherent effect on the speed of the travelling public, they present a significant hazard to ambu- lances, fire trucks, snow plows, and bicyclists. Subsequently, it has been de- termined that their installation is not in the best interest of our community. There is no quick and easy solu- tion to the concerns expressed by Eagan residents. But hopefully, this article has addressed the issues and provided an answer to some of the questions that have been raised. 5 CITY REQUIRES TREE CONTRACTOR LICENSING If you are planning to hire a professional contractor for tree removal or tree maintenance this summer, you should be aware that the City requires all tree service companies to be licensed through the City Clerk's office. This licensing requirement was put into place in 1990 under an ordinance change adopted by the Eagan City Council. The purpose of the ordinance is to protect homeowners, businesses, and other property owners from the hazards associated with tree removal, stump grinding, chemical spraying, and other types of tree maintenance work. Underthenew ordinance, tree contractors are required to provide the City with proof of general liability insurance, security bonding, Workers' Compensation Insurance, and a commercial pesticide applicator's license. As a point of clarification, the ordinance does not pertain to professional landscap- ing contractors who are hired to do general landscaping work such as sodding, tree and shrub planting, retaining wall construction, or ground cover installation. At the publication of this newsletter, the following tree maintenance contractors are presently licensed with the City of Eagan: 1. S & S Tree Specialists, Inc. 2. A.C. Tree 3. Davey Tree Expert Company 4. The Tree -Stump Company Residents and other property owners desiring an up -to -date list of licensed tree maintenance contractors should contact the City of Eagan at 681 -4600 (TDD phone: 454- 8535. 6 PERMITS AVAILABLE FOR BOULEVARD LANDSCAPING In the interest of promoting commu- nity beautification, the City code allows for the planting of trees and shrubs within right -of -ways and boulevards under City permit. Permit criteria takes into consider- ation the location and clearance for under- ground utilities, sidewalks, street design, schedules for major construction, and ve- hicle/pedestrian safety. Interested parties may obtain a per- mit application and instructions from the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122. Once a permit application has been received and under- ground utility locations marked, it will reviewed by the City Forestry and the E gineering Divisions. If the application is approved by the City, a permit will be issued at no cost to the applicant. In some cases, a permit may be de- nied if, in the opinion of the City, these plantings will become a visual obstruction for vehicle/pedestrian traffic or if the plant- ing space is too limited because of utilities or sidewalk locations. If you would like more information on the boulevard tree planting permit pro- gram, please contact Tom Schuster, Eagan City Forester, at 681 -4300, TDD phone: 454 -8535. REC.bONIZ e : City : of w shes to tend a gracious ward of apprecia. on t Hirst Bank F :.;;:. and C rafts for their conttr€bu tions and . supporit; of Arbor Month .......:......:....................................... ....::........:................ ..................................................... ............................... programs in the conununity This ...........................:...............::......... .::...... :...................:: year the Eagan Forestry Division and.:; these two local businesses have joined ' ........:..::......:.:.:............................. ............................... in a cooperative parinership to spun sor the fifth annual seedling Lion and tree conservation program i the City's elementary schools. Th k you, Fast Bank. Eagan ........:.......................................... ............................... .................................................. ............................... and Frank's Nursery and Crafts, f it making available airs specialopportu nity for our comiiiunity's ..... ............................... .... ............................... TIPS ON TREE PLANTING Once you have made your landscape choices, following some simple steps will * sure better health and growth of trees. 1. Make sure your planting site is clear of any underground utilities. The Gopher One -Call system at 454 -0002 has been established to locate these under- ground facilities at no cost to the caller. 2. Dig the planting hole at least two times as wide as the root ball or planting pot but no deeper. The root mass should be set on undisturbed soil. 3. Ifyou wish to amend the soil in the planting hole it is important to remember that the plant will eventually have to accli- mate to the soil in your yard. Agents like compost or manure may be added but at least 2/3 of the soil used for backfill should be the original soil from the planting site. 4. Contrary to old methods, it is now suggested that pruning at the time of plant- ing be done only when absolutely neces- sary. Broken, interfering, or diseased branches should be removed. Otherwise all branches should be left intact to provide maximum leaf surface to produce food during the tree's first year in its new home. 5. Finally, mulch the base ofthe tree th wood chips or bark chips. This helps reduce drying out of the root ball and protects the tree from desiccation. Wood chips are available at the County's compost site or local nurseries. RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO PLANT TREES While the City is taking on many arbor related projects this year, it is only through the dedicated involvement of all City residents that Eagan can truly have a successful Arbor Day and Arbor Month. For this reason, the Mayor and City Council are encouraging residents to join in this special celebration by planting trees in the home landscape. Trees can offer many benefits to the homeowner by providing shade and color and by attracting backyard wildlife and song birds. Trees also represent one of the best investments that homeowners can make to increase the value of their property. For example, a Sugar Maple purchased at the Eagan Tree Sale will cost $22.00. Within five years, the homeowner can expect the tree to increase to a diameter of about two inches and attain a height of 12 to 15 feet. Under the State's "Shade Tree Evaluation Formula," the tree would then have a value of about $76.30, offering homeowners a 347% return on their investment. With few exceptions, almost any species of tree available at local nurseries is well suited for the home landscape. Among the most popular trees are: Maple Ginkgo (male only) Kentucky Coffee Tree Ironwood Oak Linden or Basswood River Birch Japanese Tree Lilac S EA'S TREE CITY U D ESIGNAT ION For the sixth consecutive year, the City ofEagan has been awarded distinction asa "TreeCityU S A " comthunitybytt eNationalArborDayFoundatiun Togain this recognition, the City has been required to annually meet the four following standards of achievement Standard 1'�Anact vetrccbooardordepartmcnt fnEagan'scase,theAdvisory Parr Recreation; and Natural Resources Coma ission, City Council, and Forestry Division >serve to fulfill this requirement S tan d .. community tree ordinance :The C ity currently h s which regulate the control of Dutch Elm disease and other urban forest pests, planting;and maintenance of trees within city right -of ?jays, tieensing of co er clot tree care companies and tree preservationlreforestation in new developments S iandard 3 � comrriunity'forestry program with an annual budget ofat least 2 00 per capital This requirement is met through the City's annual :forestry! rogram and landscaping projects in City parks Standards AnArborDayobservanceandproclam on incel987the has held a number o €Arbor Month activities in the community including an annul Arbor lay tree .planting program, public tre�e> sale, mild poster aintestlseedling distri in the third; grade elementary classes in Eaga At the present time only about seven percent o f Minnesota's cities are... recognized by the Tree C U S.i4 program Incelebration ofFagan's accomplish ments, a Tree +City U S A flag will be flown at the Municipal Center during Arbor `. Month in'May and Tree City U S A signs sp primary wrllbedi IayedattYie entrances • to the community 1 Hackberry Ohio Buckeye Ash Honey Locust Flowering Crab Poplar Mountain Ash All evergreen species r CITY OF EAGAN 7TH ANNUAL PUBLIC TREE SALE SATURDAY, MAY 1ST, 1993 Indicate Quantity Desired (Limit 2 Per Column) 1st 2nd 3rd Choice Choice Choice Sugar Maple 8 -10 ft. $22.00 Norway Maple 8 -10 ft. $15.00 Summit Seedless Ash 8 -10 ft. $15.00 American Linden 8 -10 ft. $16.00 Red Oak 6 -8 ft. $17.00 Radiant Crab 6 -8 ft. $11.00 River Birch (3 stem) 8 ft. $24.00 Black Hills Spruce 24 inches $17.00 Name: Address: Phone: (Home) (Work) Complete this registration form, clip and return to: Tree Sale Eagan Maintenance Facility 3501 Coachman Point Eagan, MN 55122 NOTE: Registration forms must be received no later than Friday, March 26th. Do not send money with your registration! ADDITIONAL DETAILS: -- Registrations will be drawn at random. -- Successful registrants will be notified by mail as to the species availability and exact time and location of the tree distribution. -- Payment will be made at the time of pick -up; prices include state sales tax. -- The tree sale will be limited to a total of 750 trees. -- Residents are limited to two trees per family. - - While the City assures that these trees come from reputable local nurseries, it does not extend a warranty for replacement. L ui l yids >for persons wi sabilitiespa cipatinginCityactivi : ties ;will be provided upon a c e noticeofatfeast96 hours Ifanoticeof less ;than 96:hours is �recetv�ed the City will atte to provide such 1 J gatt . ews � dcstnbuted four times year asa public service by the Eagan City Cot nail Tie newslet teris prep red tbraugh tbe ofthe City Ad t inistratort 8 TREE SALE INFORMATION SHEET SUGAR MAPLE: 50 -75 feet at ma- turity. The largest and finest of our native maples. Wonderful shade tree. Rich au- tumn foliage. Very hardy. NORWAY MAPLE: 50-60 feet lb maturity. Vigorous growth with excellent branching. Glossy foliage. Straight trunk. Grows well in poor soil. SUMMIT SEEDLESS ASH: 50- 60 feet at maturity. Fast growing, straight trunk, and upright growing habit. Very hardy. Fall color yellow. AMERICAN LINDEN: 60 -90 feet at maturity. A rapid grower with a large open crown and fragrant yellow flowers. It's large leaves and dense foliage give excellent shade. RED OAK: 40 -60 feet at maturity. Rapid growing oak. Sharply pointed leaves turn bright red in. fall. Broad pyramidal shape. RADIANT CRAB: 15 -20 feet at maturity. Deep pink flowers. Small bright red fruit. Compact, symmetrical growing tree. Very hardy. RIVER BIRCH: 25 -30 feetatmatu- rity. Does well on upland soil. Reddish brown exfoliating bark. Golden yellow fall color. BLACK HILLS SPRUCE: 35-4• feet at maturity. Shapely ornamental, with short, bluish foliage. Shears easily to make specimen tree. NO I.D.? • HOW CAN I HELP? By Kathleen Gilbertson, Animal Control Officer Every year in Eagan, approximately 200 cats and dogs are injured, lost or aban- doned. An Eagan dog license is an impor- tant tool which tells me immediately who the owner of the animal is and a phone number so I can notify that owner immedi- ately. If your animal is injured on the road and needs immediate attention, by consult- ing the dog license number, a police officer, dispatcher or I can notify you. The Eagan Police Department has a computerized list of all licensed animals in the City of Eagan. Dog licensing not only helps in find- ingthe ownerofa lost or hurt pet, but it also protects you and your family by reducing the number of rabies problems resulting from dog bites. At this time, the City of Eagan does not require licensing of cats; however, we would be happy to sell you a dog license for your cat giving the cat owner the same quality of protection as the dog owner with regard to lost or injured animals. All 1993 licenses were due February 20, 1993. Before that date, the cost of a license was $5.00 for a spayed or neutered animal or $10.00 for intact animals. Cur - ently, the cost for a license plus late fee is 7.00 for a spayed or neutered animal or $12.00 for intact animals. Citations will beissued to owners of unlicensed dogs. • T BR�S�ARY CHECK � IT A REMARKABLE YEAR In 1992, over three- million items were lent to library users by the Dakota County Library System. This figure makes the system the third busiest library system in the state of Minnesota. Only two short year ago the total items borrowed reached two - million; further evidence of the growth experience in the county. Your Wescott Library in Eagan boasts the highest materials circulation for the year for the county libraries, 865,129. Even with this large increase service staff found time to provide 171 programs to an audience of 8,523 which includes 100 story sessions read to 2,878 children. On March 21, the Wescott Library will celebrate 10 years of service. Looking back over the years shows considerable expansion in services and an overwhelming acceptance by library users. The library has emerged from being a provider of good reading materials to the information center of the community. Librarians are eager to help you as they continue to hone their skills and expand their wealth of knowledge. On March 27, the Friends ofthe Library invite everyone to a special anniversary celebration to mark this 10 year milestone. Guest speakers will include Brandt Richardson, Dakota County Administrator, Dee Richards and Patrice Bataglia, County Commissioners, and former Eagan Mayor, Bea Blomquist. Joint the Friends and library staff for food, fun, and entertainment between 2 and 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 27. DIAL ACCESS TO LIBRARY'S CATALOG The Dakota County Library now offers a 24 -hour, 7 days a week, dial -up access to its on -line catalog. The same catalog features currently available in our libraries are now available from your home, office or school. You will need a personal computer, a telephone line, a modem (up to 2400 baud), and communication software. Complete instructions on how to access the library's catalog are available in each library. There is no charge unless you ordinarily pay long distance rates to dial the library. HOW CAN YOU HELP? You can become a library volunteer by joining the Adopt -A -Shelf Program or the Adult Literacy Program. Whether you have a lot of time or a little, your efforts in these programs will be rewarding. Inquire about these programs and any other services by visiting your Wescott Library Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sundays until mid-May between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. 9 WHERE THERE IS SMOKE .... Most fire victims succumb to smoke -- not to fire! Carbon monoxide from a fire can render a person unconscious after only a short period of time. However, if you have one or more working smoke detectors in the home, you double your chances of surviving a fire. Smolderingfirescausedbydiscarded smok- ing materials (the leading cause ofU.S. fire deaths) and other sources are discovered quickly by smoke detectors. Since many of these fires occur at night, while people are asleep, the loud, piercing alert siren from the alarm alerts residents in time to escape -- alive. NON - WORKING SMOKE DETECTORS 75 %of U.S. households are equipped with smoke detectors, but, according to recent studies by the U.S. Fire Administra- tion, here's how many are not working: • 30% do not work because batteries are dead or have been removed. • 5% do not work because of a bad electrical connection. • It is estimated that only 65 %ofhomes with detectors have at least one in proper working order. Experts recommend installing one detector on each level of the home, outside bedrooms and 20 feet away from the kitchen and bathrooms. Push to test each unit once a month and replace batteries once a year. Most faire fataltttes < occur <i middle afthe night, usually whil peo ple ; are asleep. Elderly residents and those: lavi in rural hotseholds;are especiall at risk, accord�ng;to the Federal Emer ge cy Manageme i t Agency`s T • Fire: Adm�ntstration. .:. Fie Safety Tips to Remem f. Install a smok dete sin each: ievet ofyour ho : D not disable a smol detectors; :When it:sounds off. w Ivi ttodoafteradeWfor RS AR vent of a'fre Smoke detectors are *nexpet save r guy many models are available m once range faro i $5 to Sm€edetectcrscanlepurchased at your local hardware or home center store, and in many leading discount:and department :stores. Smoke detectors should be. in stalled on every level of your home. Smoke d etectors should be tested at <leastoince;a mon i. And thebattei ies should be replaced;at least once a year Smoke detectors prmnde early warning. increasing your chances survival and aliowing ad it�onal trmme for 'the fire; department to> save your property Smoke detectors they're real pr otectors 10 LEAD AND COPPER UPDATE • The City of Eagan has completed the first sampling for lead and copper contami- nation. In August and September of 1992, sixty residences were tested. Of the 60 homes sampled, all passed the copper stan- dards and only one failed the lead standard. The State Health Department passed the Eagan's water system on January 10, 1993. Starting on February 8, 1993 the second phase of our lead and copper sam- pling continued. The same sixty residents are being tested in this second phase. The Water Division would like to thank the families involved in our program for their cooperation and involvement. We are pleased with the quality control that you maintained in taking these samples. Your attention to procedure helped ensure the high level of results that we received from the State laboratories. If you would like more information about lead and copper, please call the Util- ity Division at 681 -4300, TDD phone: 454 -8535. WATER CONSERVATIO* PROGRAM A reminder that the City of Eagan implemented a permanent conservation program for outdoor water usage on June 1, 1990. Last year, 1992, the Water Utility Division pumped 2,402,999,000 gallons of water into the City distribution system. The conservation program not only re- duces the amount of water we take from the aquifers through our wells, but also de- creases usage during our peak service or demand periods. So please remember to observe the rules of the program. If your address ends in an odd num- ber such as 311, outdoor watering is al- lowed on the 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, etc. day of the month. If your address ends in an even number such as 312, outdoor watering is allowed on the 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th, etc., day of the month. New sod and seed maybe watered on any day for the firsttwoweeks regardless of the day of the week. The residents of our City, by adher- ing to our conservation program, help el. sure the continued quality of the services which our utility division strives to main- tain for our community. Scout Nick S leder ! • HIRING A "LAKE - FRIENDLY" LAWN CARE SERVICE The spring lawn care season is al- most upon us and many residents are being approached by commercial lawn care com- panies anxious for their business. A recent survey showed that over 30% of the city's residents use private lawn care services. If you plan to use a lawn care com- pany this year, here are some things to keep in mind: 1. Ask your company to have a soil nutrient test completed for your yard, or contact the University of Minnesota's Soil Testing lab at 625 -3101 to receive informa- tion on how to do it yourself. The results of the test will tell both you and your lawn care company whether phosphorus needs to be included in the fertilizer mix to get a healthy lawn. 2. Let your company know you want them to take precautions to keep fertilizer and herbicides off driveways, streets, and aliidewallcs and on your lawn where it be- ings. 3. Make occasional checks after ap- plications to see where the fertilizer is ending up. If mis- directed fertilizer pellets make your driveway look like it was hit by amid- summersnowstonn, notifyyourlawn care company that you're dissatisfied. Remember to give your lawn care business to companies that demonstrate concern for the environment as well as an interest in providing a profitable and useful service. THE CITY OF EAGAN IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER UNTEER. The Cdybra #eft 11y a c owl esthe following residents and or bonsfor their volunteer work in 1992 to help in Eagan slake protection program: '"' for your efforts! CRtizen a Monitoring Progra :. Bob Sands Phil Sherwood, Robby Cashman, lark Ochs, Wayne Larson, Don Du now, Shawn E salog Bill Rothe, KarenRauford. omHed lom,RoyceTyre,GreggKleen LesandSharonBoeekman, Torn Grundhauscr. Barb Voshell :and Cub Scout Den 3 of Pack 507, and Bill Wik, Catch Basin: S�tenciiing• Eagle Scout Greg McNally and Boy S Troop 510, Scott T Epley and family La wn Soil Testing' Life and Boy Sc Troop 510, and'1'urf : Sn mpany of Ea gan BLACKHAWK LAKE WATERSHED IMPROVEMENTS UNDERWAY Deepening and other modifications are being made to two existing stormwater basins that drain to Blackhawk Lake. These construction projects will help decrease the pollutant load reaching the lake. The projects are expected to improve water quality in a lake that will serve as the The phosphorus contained in many lawn fertilizers can be bad news for lake water quality. Still, phosphorus is impor- tant in maintaining a healthy lawn. How do we balance the desire for both clean lakes and healthy lawns? Recent tests of soil from over 200 lawns throughout the City indicates that most contain more than adequate levels of phosphorus for healthy turf growth. Thus, in addition to being harmful to lakes, the additional phosphorus contained in many lawn fertilizers is often unneeded. A simple lawn soil test kit available from the City (call 681-4300, TDD phone: 11 centerpiece for one of the City's premier parks. The total cost of both projects is less than $60,000 and the City is financing the projects using fees collected from new developments which are ear- marked ex- clusively for water quality improvement projects. PHOSPHORUS AND LAWNS 454 -8535, is the best way of determining whether a lawn needs additional phospho- rus. If phosphorus is needed, fall is the best time to apply it. Grass will respond best to a fall application because competi- tion from weeds is low. Fall applications also make sense environmentally. Au- tumn rains are usually less intense than those during spring, so there is less risk of fertilizers being washed off the lawn if it rains after an application. Finally, lake water temperatures are lowerandwill slow growth of nuisance plants even if phospho- rus in the fertilizer reaches the lake. HERO Highlights Eagan Recycling Program March 1993 k/ p.,G4 + AY A R H D The City of Eagan is sponsoring an Earth Day Festival Sunday, April 25, 1993 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Thomas Lake Park The event is organized to educate and entertain children of all ages. You will learn about our city's recycling program, the water quality of our local lakes, hear more about waste reduction and recycling from a magician, learn about birds of prey from a Raptor Center presentation, experience our parks with fun nature activities and much more. Again this year, we are organizing a walk and also a bike with different distances to choose from. THE FESTIVAL Is FREE REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED We ask that participants in the walk or bike gather at the park at 12:45 p.m. We hope to see you there! 12 MATERIALS ACCEPTED IN THE EAGAN CURBSIDE & APARTMENT RECYCLING PROGRAM Cans: Tin and aluminum food and beverage containers. Please rinse and remove paper labels from tin cans. Glass: Clear, Green and Brown food and bever- age containers. Please rinse and remove caps, lids and rings. Do not include: Tight blubs, windows, ceramics or drinking glasses. Newsprint: Advertising inserts /supplements delivered with your paper are OK. Plastic Bottles: All plastic bottles with a neck. • Please rinse and remove caps and pumps (throw them away). Corrugated Cardboard: Please flatten and bundle 3' by 3'. Do not include: pizza boxes, cereal type boxes, pop /beer cartons, etc. Magazines /Catalogs: Magazines and catalogs. Please no junk mail or other glossy paper. Please bag or bundle kept separate from news- papers. Reminder: Materials must be separated by type unless your refuse hauler gives you other specific instructions. SOLID WASTE WATCHER • Recycle Your Old Phonebooks Fire Administration Building - 3795 Pilot Knob Rd. Fire Station #2- 2980 Lone Oak Rd. ire Station #3- 4390 Pilot Knob Rd. ire Station #4- 4200 Dodd Rd. ATTENTION Eagan residents and businesses- you now have the opportunity to recycle your 1992 Eagan Phone Directories. s schedu fed fo r Marc roug Drop Off Locations Include: The containers for the phone books will be located near the refuse dumpsters in the back of each fire station and at the west end of the parking lot at the Fire Administration building. This special drop -off is sponsored by the Eagan Recycling Program edill with assistance from the Eagan Fire Department. se +deposit only t he Fagan Phone PLEASE NOTE: You may recycle your old US West directories at the Dakota County Recyclables Collection Center in Burnsville. The Center is located at 1350 Larc Industrial Blvd, off of Cliff Rd. a few blocks west of Hwy 13. For more information call 895 - 5912. In addition, a drop -off site for US West directories located in Eagan is scheduled for July /August of this year. For more information on the Eagan Recycling Program, yard waste composting, household hazardous waste disposal or problem materials please call the Eagan Recycling Hotline at 681 -4380 or the Eagan Recycling Program at 681 -4600. !rectory at these collection locations. Fo more info rmation o this special phone di rectory recycling p rogram please call the p Recycling Hotline at 8 -4380: 13 Household Hazardous 'rites? Household hazardous wastes are products that can be harmful to our health and the envi- ronment if not handled in a safe manner. If not disposed of properly these products can be flammable, corrosive, toxic to humans and animals, contaminate the environment, and react or explode when combined with other chemicals. Household hazardous wastes include: paint, solvents, pesticides, drain cleaner, motor oil, car batteries, fluores- cent lights and others. You can reduce the amount of hazardous waste you create if you: 0 Think twice before you buy! Switch to safe substitutes. © Read the label. Make sure the product will do what you want before purchasing. Follow label instructions for safe use, storage and disposal. 0 Use a less hazardous alternative to the product. O Purchase only the amount you need, and use up what you buy. 0 Avoid aerosols. Choose pump sprays or other altenatives. O Select water -based over solvent -based products when available. • If you have hazardous substances that need special disposal, you may take them to the Dakota County Household Hazardous Waste Drop -off Site located at Gopher Smelting and Refining Co. 3385 S. Highway 149 (Hwy 149 and Yankee Doodle Rd.), Eagan. Please enter off of Hwy 149. The site is open to take household hazardous waste on Wednesday Evenings 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. There is a $2 fee per tire to dispose of used tires. Donations are also accepted to help offset the high cost of disposal. 10 80 14 i Please save the pusoP GUIDE: or future refere A Recycle /Reuse area is located at this site, where some products brought in by other residents can be picked up for reuse at no cost. ?Jr A product with any one of the following characteristics is considered hazardous. ir Flammable (example: gasoline) Air Toxic (example: pesticides) Air Explosive (example: ether) a/' Corrosive (example: drain cleaner) oir Reactive (example: hydrogen Peroxide) 4 110= Recycle Automotive Lawn and Garden Home Improvement Household Items used motor oil Auto - batteries Transmission fluid Brake fluid Antifreeze Gasoline, fuels Degreasers Carburetor cleaner Windshield washer With lots of water, flush in - - Dispose of dried " sanitary sewer (NOT a septic tank) solids in the trash «? f o r in O . 0 Vj Weed killer Insect killer Roach, ant poison Rodent-bait y _ Bug spray _Fertilizer w /weed killer Fertilizer (no weedkiller) Pool chemicals Lighter fluid 0 0 0 0 1 0 * Solvent- containing products have thewords "Flammable," "Combustible," or "Contains " - petroleum distillates" on the labels. ** NEVER mix products containing bleach with _ _. - those containing ammonia. A toxic gas can form! 15 Tips for safer substitutes: o Use latex or water -based paints instead of oil -based paints. o Use baking soda and water instead of commercial oven, toilet, and rug cleaners. o Spot treat or pull weeds by hand instead of spraying the whole lawn with weed killer. Latex paint . , " < Oil based paint Stain, varnish, lacquer 'CO Paint thinner - Q Turpentine Furniture stripper Paint remover Wood preservatives toofin g tar Driveway sealer. 'Glue w /_soIven Water -based glue Putty, grout, caulk I Glaze, spackle Concrete cleaner _■ .0 • Save fora - household itiazwaste collection Drain and oven cleaner Toilet`clganer' _ ;Spot remover 'Aerosol products , _Empty aerosols Rubbing. alcohol Disinfectant Cleaner v /bleach** Cleaner w /amrnonia ** • Polish w /solvents' Glass cleaner Mothballs - Cosmetics - Empty containers is Vi 0 V� 0 1 Nail polish, remover 0 1