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PARKS AND RECREATION
1993
SUMMER PROGRAMS
CITY OF EAGAN
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
681 -4660
TDD 454 -8535
EVENING IN THE PARK
Evening in the Park is a series of family entertainment events. They occur on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM. Cedar Pond Park ai.
Trapp Farm Park will again host the fun. Gather up the whole family, bring a blanket or lawn chair and settle back and enjoy.
** *June 23: (Trapp Farm Park) "WUFF STUFF" by THE PENCILMAN
Enchanting music, story- telling and draw - along. A light, humorous and creative presentation that will
mesmerize the whole family. The entire audience participates.
** *June 30: (Trapp Farm Park) TEDDY BEAR BAND
Come prepared to clap, stamp your feet and jiggle to the music. The whole family will enjoy this show. Don't forget
your Teddy Bear! Conununity Education #196 is a co- sponsor of this performance.
** *Jul 7: (Cedar Pond Park) "FLYING COLORS - EXOTIC BIRDS AND MAGIC"
Marvel at the response to command of trained parrots and macaws. Giggle at the birds' nonchalant antics as they await
their turns "on stage ". Be prepared to have fun.
** *July 14: (Trapp Farm Park) BOB THE BEACHCOMBER'S CHILDRENS' SHOW
Come prepared to sing along, clap your hands, participate in contests and to move with the music. Great family fun.
** *July 21: (Trapp Farm Park) TRICIA AND THE TOONS (Food shelf donations)
Music with puppets. This show promises to be great entertainment for kids. Plenty of exciting audience participation.
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** *July 28: (Cedar Pond Park) APPLE VALLEY PUPPET THEATER
Our puppet friends return with another fantastic show. Come prepared for some silliness!
MOVIES IN THE PARK
The only theatre in town! Enjoy three great evenings of sunset
cinema. Get cozy on the slope behind the shelter building at Trapp
Farm Park. Bring your blanket, friends, snacks and bug repellent. The
reels roll at dusk. Mark these dates on your calendar. No registration
required and there is no charge for the movies. On rainy or windy
evenings, the show will go inside the shelter building.
* *Monday, June 21 (approximate 9:15 pm start)
"Nature Nieht"
Featuring alook at the Great Barrier reef, "Nature's Strangest
Creatures ", and a canoe trip through northern Minnesota.
* *Monday, July 12 (approximate 9:15 pm start)
"Classic Comedies"
Laurel and Hardy tickle your funny bone in "Brats ", "Them
Thar Hills" and the Academy Award winning "Music
Box ".
* *Monday, August 23 (approximate 8:30 PM start)
"Kids Rule"
"Harold's Fairy Tale ", Winnie the Pooh, Mr. Magoo and a
look at Disney World will delight the entire family.
Movies subject to change depending upon availability.
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WALKING AND BICYCLING
INCENTIVE PROGRAM
To encourage your regular exercise program, Eagan Parks and
Recreation offers incentives to help you reach milestones. Currently
all awards are available at no cost. They are:
WALKERS
50 miles - Button
100 miles - Visor
200 miles - T -Shirt
500 miles - Pedometer
BICYCLISTS
50 miles - Button
100 miles - Visor
500 miles - T -Shirt
1000 miles - Bike accessory
Call us at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535, to register. Report your
mileage in regularly and we will keep a log. There is no charge.
The Fleet Feet Walking Club and Free Wheelers Bicycling
Club have plans for summer activities. Call Parks and Recreation
for details.
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• FREE FISHING CLINIC FOR KIDS
July 10, 1993
Eagan kids can learn to identify fish and fish habitat, and try their
hand at catching fish on July 10, 1993, at a free fishing clinic at
Thomas Lake Park. Sponsored by Eagan Parks and Recreation and
MinnAqua, a state -run aquatic education program, the clinic will
run from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM and is open to youth ages 9 - 13.
MinnAqua was created by the Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources in 1990 to teach the recreation, ecology, conservation and
ethics of angling. The program is run in cooperation with Minnesota
extension service 4 -H programs and is funded through LCMR, RIM
and the Federal Aid in Sport Fishing Restoration Act. Local
sponsorship includes the Eagan Water Quality Program.
MinnAqua provides fishing rods, reels and tackle. Trained
instructors conduct the program, which includes "hands on" activities
such as fish printing, pop can casting, food web tag and, of course,
fishing. Participants also learn sportsmanship, safety, the basics of
water ecology and techniques of fishing.
The clinic will begin with the 9:30 AM check -in at Thomas Lake
Park. Activity and education sessions will be held in the morning.
BRING A BAG LUNCH. Parks and Recreation will provide the
beverage.
After lunch the group will bus to Carlson Lake for fishing.
The bus will return the youth to Thomas Lake Park at 4:00 PM to
"hook -up" with rides home.
• PARENT VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!
DATE: July 10, 1993
TIME: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Thomas Lake and Carlson Lake Parks
FEE: None
TO REGISTER: Call 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535)
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KIDS FISHING DERBY
Let's go fishing during National Fishing Week!
Parks and Recreation hosts its fifth Annual Kids Fishing Derby
on Saturday, June 5, 9:00 AM to noon at Fish Lake Park. On site
registration begins at 9:00 AM - sharp. Fishing runs from 9:30 -
11:30 AM.
Toddlers and children through age 16 are invited to participate.
Parents are encouraged to assist the youngest anglers. All fishing
will done from the pier, the dock or from shore.
The casting contest returns as a feature of the derby. "Awards ",
appropriate to the elusive Sonnies and Crappies found in Fish
Lake, and for the casting contest are planned. Each participant will
receive a memento of the event.
Please call Parks and Recreation a 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535,
to pre - register your child. The official registration will be held
beginning at 9:00 AM at the park. Volunteers are needed to assist
with this event.
GROUNDPOUNDERS
GRAND PRIX
RUNNING SERIES
The Groundpounders Grand Prix is a series of prestigious
runs sponsored by the Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan,
Farmington, Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage Parks & Recreation
Departments. Awards will be presented to the top five qualified
finishers in the various age categories (male & female). Short and
long runs are available at each race. The kick -off race was held
in Eagan on May 1, 1993. Listed below are the dates of the
remainder of the series. For more information call the number
listed after each community, or the Eagan Parks and Recreation
Department at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535.
Farmington Dew Run
Saturday, June 26, 1993
Lakeville Pan -O -Prog Race
Saturday, July 10, 1993
Rosemount "Run for the Gold"
Saturday, July 31, 1993
Savage Heritage Days Fun Run
Saturday, August 14, 1993
Burnsville Fire Muster
Saturday, September 11, 1993
Apple Valley Fall Fun Run
Sunday, September 26, 1993
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469 -4431
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890 -1045
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431 -8855
TINY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
The Tiny Tots program is designed to provide children ages 3, 4 and 5, the opportunity for social/recreational interaction and grow
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.
Children should dress in play clothes for indoor and outdoor activities. A great way for your child to form new friendships and socialize
with other children.
DATES: June 16 - July 29, 1993 (No class on July 5 & 7)
LOCATIONS: Goat Hill Park Building
4391 Lexington Avenue
Section 1: Mon & Wed
Section 2: Tues & Thurs
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 8, 1993
Child must be 3, 4 or 5 years old and toilet trained by June 16, 1993.
Class size is limited Pre - registration is required
FITNESS AND FUN FOR
3 YEAR OLDS
Three year olds will experience stunts and tumbling, creative
play, game activities, physical fitness and more activities designed
especially for them. The class will include exposure to and practice
with nerfballs, playground balls, T -ball, parachute play and more.
Each class works on a progressive level according to the
participant's ability. Increasing the child's motor skills, improving
coordination and FUN are the emphasis for the program. This
program runs for 45 minutes which we have found to be the
optimum instruction time for this age group.
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 June 16,
1993.
Class size is limited and pre - registration is required
DATES AND TIMES:
Section 1: Mon & Wed June 16 - July 28, 1993
9:00 - 9:45 AM (No class on July 5, 1993)
Section 2:
Section 3:
Tues & Thurs
10:15 - 11:00 AM
Tues & Thurs
11:15 AM - Noon
June 17 - July 29, 1993
June 17 - July 29, 1993
LOCATION: Oakridge Elementary School Gym
4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd.
FEE: $25.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 9, 1993
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TIME: 9 :30 - 11:30 AM FEE: $50.00
Rahn Park Building
4425 Sandstone Drive
Section 3: Mon & Wed
Section 4: Tues & Thurs
GAMES KIDS PLAY
Four and five year olds will experience relays, circle games,
physical fitness and game activities designed especially for them.
The class will include exposure to soccer, softball and T -ball
skills, as well as parachute play. Warm up games will be played
with an emphasis on basics, such as bouncing, throwing, kickinill
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 June 16, 1993.
Class size is limited and pre - registration is required
DATES AND TIMES:
Section 1: Mon & Wed June 16 - July 28, 1993
10:00 - 11:00 AM (No class on July 5)
Section 2: Mon & Wed June 16 - July 28, 1993
11:00 - Noon (No class on July 5)
Section 3: Tues & Thurs June 17 - July 29, 1993
9:00 - 10:00 AM
LOCATION: Oakridge Elementary School Gym
4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Road
FEE: $25.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 9, 1993
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Boys and girls ages three and four will discover the fun of
movement in new and different ways. The children will experience
bouncing, galloping, hopping, skipping and other dancing exercises
set to music. An excellent program to help develop balance,
coordination and flexibility. This program runs for 45 minutes
which we have found to be the optimum instruction time for this
age group. A parent's day will be held on the last day.Children
should dress in tennis shoes and clothes that allow movement.
This is a child/instructor class only.
Space is limited and pre - registration is required
Child must be 3, 4 or S years old by June 14, 1993.
DATES: Mon & Wed, June 16 - July 28, 1993
(No class on July 5, 1993)
TIMES: Section 1:
Section 2:
Section 3:
LOCATION: Oakridge Elementary School Gym
4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Road
FEE: $25.00
PRE - SCHOOL MOVEMENT
9:00 - 9:45 AM
10:00 - 10:45 AM
11:00 - 11:45 AM
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 9, 1993
INSTRUCTIONAL T -BALL
FOR 5 YEAR OLDS
This basic instructional program is for boys and girls who are 5 years old by June 16 and those entering kindergarten in Fall, 1993.
Children will learn the skills of: throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases, correct batting techniques and the basics of the
game. These fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the development of baseball and/or softball players. The main emphasis
is on FUN instruction in a non - competitive atmosphere. This program runs for 45 minutes which we have found to be the optimum
instruction time for 5 year olds.
DATES:
TIMES: Section 1: Mondays & Wednesdays
Section 2: Mondays & Wednesdays
Section 3: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Section 4: Tuesdays & Thursdays
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Elementary Fields
4350 Thomas Lake Road
FEE:
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PLEASE NOTE:
T -Ball games are not played, the emphasis is on learning the skills
Class size is limited Pre - registration is required
June 16 - July 29, 1993 (No program July 5 & 7, 1993)
$25.00 includes a T -shirt
(Please indicate size on registration form)
Youth S (6 -8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 7, 1993
9:00 - 9:45 AM
10:00 -10:45 AM
10:15- 11:00 AM
11:15 AM - Noon
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DATES: Week 1: June 14 - 18, 1993
Bears, Bears, Bears!
Week 2: June 21 - 25, 1993
Dinosaurs; Facts and Fun
Week 3: June 28 - July 2, 1993
CAMP PRE - SCHOOL
Stimulate your child's imagination through stories, art, finger
plays and movement activities. Discover the wonderful world of
imagination for three, four and five year olds. Each week children
will have the opportunity to develop creativity, independence and
self - confidence.
This is a child/instructor class only.
Space is limited and pre - registration is required
Child must be 3, 4 or S years old by June 14, 1993.
FEE: $20.00
Camping Fun!
TIMES: Section I: 12:30 - 2:00 PM
Section II: 2:00 - 3:30 PM
LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park
3990 Elrene Road
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 9, 1993
SOFTBALL CAMPS
"Glove down!" "Step into the pitch!" "Keep your eye on the ball!" Fundamentals ... for fielding, hitting, base running, slow an
fast pitch pitching. The camp offers skills practice, learning the rules and game strategy.
Sandy Hillyer, Head Softball Coach, Eagan High School, and Kathy Fletcher, Head Softball Coach, Sibley High School, direct the camps.
Their extensive knowledge of the game will challenge participants to learn while they have fun.
Pre - registration is required Space is limited
TIME: Skills Camps
Hitting Camps
DATES: Slow Pitch:
Fast Pitch:
REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
9:30 - 11:30 AM
1:00 -3:00 PM
June 21 - 24, 1993
June 28 - July 1, 1993
Age 9 - 15
Ages 9 through senior high
M - Th (Fri. rain makeup)
M - Th (Fri. rain makeup)
Slow Pitch Camps: June 16, 1993
Fast Pitch Camps: June 23, 1993
CAMP CREATIVE
Imagination and creativity rule in this popular program. Different, original, wacky,
new, unique! All ideas are fair game during seven wild Fridays. Register for any or
all of the fun.
Pre - registration is required and space is limited
June 18: "Pirates of the Carib eagan" - Hunt for treasure, group problem
solving, new games and more!
June 25: "Act Your Age ": - Drama, jokes, mime, juggling, magic, storytelling.
(No meeting July 2, 1993)
July 9: "ETV" - Produce videos, commercials, new shows for television!
July 16: "Sound of Music" - Karaoke, instruments, write new songs, be on
radio.
July 23: "What a Mess" - Come dressed in grubbies and/or swimsuit. You
won't regret it.
July 30: "Art and Soul" - Draw, sculpt, paint and creative writing.
August 6: "Taste of Eagan" - Food frolic decorating, tasting, carving and
creating.
TIME: Section 1: (Ages 6 - 9) 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Section 2: (Ages 8 - 15) 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
LOCATION: Rahn Park Building, 4425 Sandstone Drive
FEE: $25.00 for all seven weeks
$ 5.00 per Friday
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 PM, Friday, June 11, 1993.
(Also, as space permits by 4:30 PM of the Wednesday prior to each Friday.)
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FEE:
$35.00
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Fields
980 Northview Park Rd
NATURE CAMP
Join us for two fun days of learning about
nature. The camp combines recreation with
education to provide hands on, fun learning
experiences. Naturalist Tim Lundahl will lead
you through catching insects, collecting pond
critters and making bug houses. Other activities
may include: leaf printing a camp shirt, making
and eating "Stick bread" and nature games.
Campers should bring a light colored non-
patterned T -shirt on the first day. Each child
should also bring a bag lunch each day. A
beverage will be provided. Activities are held
outdoors, so dress for the weather we are having.
Children must have completed kindergarten
through age 12.
Registration is limited so sign up early!
DATES: Session L: August 2 & 3, 1993
9:00 AM -2:00 PM
Session II: August 4 & 5, 1993
9:00 AM -2:00 PM
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park Pavilion
4425 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: $18.00 per child
REGISTRATION
EADLINE: Friday, July 23, 1993
SPORTS & GAMES CAMP
Coming this summer .... sports, games, fun and excitement
for 6 -12 year olds. Camp participants will explore all different
ports and games including basketball, softball, soccer and other
traditional games. New games, adventure games, water games
and everyone's favorite games will keep all participants active.
Camp meets rain or shine and will provide a low competitive
atmosphere for developing introductory skills, positive self
image and recreational interests. A beverage will be provided
each day. A camp T -shirt and photo are included in the fee.
Camp for 612 year olds
DATES: Monday - Friday, August 2 - 6, 1993
TIMES: 9:00 AM - Noon
LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road
FEE: $35.00 (When registering, please indicate T -shirt size.)
Youth S (6 -8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16)
Adult S, M, L, XL
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, July 19, 1993
11 1E: $40.00 per child
DAY CAMP
Day Camp is an experience in a variety of outdoor activities
including camping skills, fire safety and outdoor cooking. The day
camp is held at Camp Sacajawea, which is abeautiful site provided
by Dakota County. Camp Sacajawea is located approximately 1
mile south of Eagan on Pilot Knob Road. On Thursday night, the
parents of the campers are invited to have dinner with their
children at camp. Following dinner, the campers will have the
opportunity to camp out overnight. Youth will be divided in age
groups for camp activities.
Day Camp is for youth ages 7 - 12.
DATE: Monday - Thursday
August 16 - 19, 1993
TIME: 9:00 AM -3:00 PM
(Plus Thurs overnight)
LOCATION: Camp Sacajawea
(Pilot Knob Road and County Road 38)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 30, 1993
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EAGAN YOUTH SAFETY CAMP
FOR 8 & 9 YEAR OLDS
Come and find out how 911 works! Slide down a waterslide fed by
an Eagan Fire Truck! See a K -9 dog in action! Look through an
ambulance and experience Operation Lifesaver, Water Safety and
Animal Control Safety. Recreational breaks will happen throughout
the day.
Members of the Eagan Fire, Police and Parks and Recreation
Departments are co- sponsoring this exciting program designed to
have fun while learning.
Lunch, snacks and beverages will be provided each day. A T -shirt
is included. Camp will be held rain or shine. Activities will be held
outdoors or in the pavilion, so dress appropriately for the weather!
Participants should bring a change of clothes, beach towel and tennis
shoes that can get wet each day!
The last day will feature a picnic supper and ceremony for all
campers and their families. When registering, please indicate how
many from your family will attend the picnic.
Please indicate T -shirt size when registering.
Sizes are: Youth S (6 -8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16); Adult S, M, L, XL
Registration is limited, so sign up early!
DATES: August 9, 10 & 11, 1993
TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
(August 1lth: 5:00 PM, Family Picnic & Ceremony)
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park Pavilion
4425 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: $20.00 (includes all food, T- shirt, activities,
supervision and picnic supper)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 19, 1993
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EAGAN SENIORS
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, backw
skate and control those edges.
Skate rental is available through Summit Bike and Sport, 2119 Cliff Road, at a special discounted price of $10.00 for four days, including
some protective equipment! (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: June 21, 22, 23 (Rain makeup, June 24) FEE: $15.00 per person
Beginners 5:30 - 6:15 PM
Intermediates 6:30 - 7:15 PM
Adult Beginners 7:30 - 8:15 PM REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Session L: June 18, 1993
Session IL: June 25, 1993
Session IL: June 28, 29, 30 (Rain makeup, July 1)
Beginners 5:30 - 6:15 PM
Intermediate 6:30 - 7:15 PM
Adult Beginners 7:30 - 8:15 PM
LOCATION: Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Minnesota parking lot, south end, near Blackhawk Road and Blue Cross Road.
All participants are welcome to skate in the Fourth of July Parade in Eagan. Details will be available at the classes. Others interested in
being in the parade should contact Parks and Recreation after June 21, 1993.
Eagan Seniors meet several times each month to visit with old friends,
to welcome new seniors to the community and to have fun. A variety of
activities are planned.
A popular activity is the Seniors Coffee Club which meets on the first
and third Tuesday mornings each month at 9:00 AM at the
McDonald's Restaurant on Silver Bell Road. Owner /operators Kay and
Tom Butler and McDonald's staff, Peggy Knudsen and Phyllis Lange have
been instrumental in the development of this activity.
The group meets at Oak Woods of Eagan once each month. Residents
from Oak Woods and seniors from the community have been working with
first graders from Northview Elementary School at the Oak Woods
meetings. In addition, an activity for seniors follows the brief time with the
children.
Among the seniors' typical programs are: Potluck lunches, lunches at
local restaurants, hosting guest speakers or entertainers such as a banjoist,
storyteller or the like. The group also plays bingo or cards occasionally.
If you are an Eagan Senior, life -long resident or new to the community,
you are invited to participate. Call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD
454 -8535, to receive the monthly activity mailing.
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BABYSITTING /LATCH KEY
CLINIC
The Eagan Women's Fire Auxiliary and the
Department of Parks and Recreation co- sponsor
babsitting/latch key 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 concerns will be fostered. First
aid will be emphasized. The latch key portion safety
concerns for a child being home alone.
A light lunch will be served to the class
participants.
Space is limited and pre - registration is required
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
FEE:
Saturday, June 19, 1993
9:00 AM -1:15 PM
Community Room,
Fire Administration Building
3795 Pilot Knob Road
$9.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, June 11, 1993
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EAGANETTES - FUN WITH DANCE
• In Eaganettes, boys and girls ages 5 -16 will experience dance, jazz, movement and choreographed routines through music. Marching
in the 4th of July Parade and a year -end recital (dress rehearsal is Wednesday, July 28, 1993) are highlights of the program. The recital is
scheduled for Thursday, July 29, 1993. A great program for improving rhythm, increasing coordination, poise and creativity. Registration
will be held at the Eagan Municipal Center, beginning on May 15, 1993. Registration is limited in the morning session.
Eaganettes T- shirts will be worn for both the parade and recital. The same style shirts will be used as in 1991 and 1992. *If ordering
a T- shirt, please indicate size when registering. Sizes are: youth S (6 -8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16), Adult: S, M, L, XL.
NOTE: Participants registering before the registration deadline will receive their T- shirts the first week of the program.
If registering after June 7, T- shirts will not be available until the parade.
DATES: June 16 - July 29, 1993 (No class on July 5, 1993)
TIMES:
Mondays & Wednesdays
Section 1: Ages 5 - 7 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Section 2: Ages 8 - 12 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Section 3: Ages 13 - 16 2:00 - 3:30 PM
LOCATION: Oakridge Elementary School Gym - 4350 Johnny Cake Ridge Road
•E: $25.00 without Eaganettes T -shirt REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 7, 1993
$30.00 with Eaganettes T -shirt
INSTRUCTIONAL T -BALL
FOR 6 AND 7 YEAR OLDS
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Section 4: Ages 5 - 7 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Section 5: Ages: 8 -12 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Tuesday & Thursday
Section 6: Ages 5 - 7 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Section 7: Ages 8 - 12 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Instructional T -ball is for boys and girls 6 & 7 only. Children will learn the skills of: throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases,
following directions and correct batting techniques and the basics of the game. These fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the
development of baseball and/or softball players. The main emphasis is on FUN instruction, in a non -competitive atmosphere. Child must
be 6 or 7 by June 16.
NOTE: This is an instructional program only; T -ball games are not the main emphasis.
Games will be played only if the children are ready.
Class size is limited Pre - registration is required
DATES: June 16 - July 29, 1993 (No program on July 5 & 7, 1993)
TIMES: Section 1: Mondays & Wednesdays Section 2: Tuesdays & Thursdays
11:00 AM -Noon 9:00 -10:00 AM
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Elementary Fields, 4350 Thomas Lake Road
$25.00 includes a T -shirt (Please indicate size at registration: Youth S (6 -8), M (10 -12), L (14 -16)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 7, 1993
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SPECIAL NOTES:
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registrations will be accepted at the Eagan Municipal Center only.
Registrations will not be accepted at the individual park sites.
1. A fee of $15.00 per child is charged for Summer in the Park. You may register for more than one site at no additional fee.
2. A service fee of $2.00 is charged for changes to registrations already completed. Please make sure you choose the correct program location.
3. A change must be submitted in person. Telephone requests can not be accepted.
4. Child must be pre - registered by a parent or guardian by the registration deadline.
5. You may register in the following ways:
* *Use the Municipal Center drop box.
* *Use the mail -in registration form found on page 23
* *A special evening registration for summer programs will be held on June 9 from 4:30 - 7:00 PM at the Municipal Center.
* *Saturday, May 15, 1993, from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM is the opening date for registration of all summer programs.
PROGRAMS BEGIN ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16, 1993.
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BIACKIIAWK PARK
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MORNING SITE
Children ages 5 & 6 are invited to a program designed specifically
for their needs. The program is an introduction to the Summer in
the Park Program for older children, however, emphasis will be on
the needs of 5 and 6 year olds.
The program runs Monday through Thursday mornings. Field
trips will not be offered for this group. Instead, Thursdays will be
special event days at the program site. The last day will feature a
finale Pizza Party. Children are also included in the Picnic in the
Park on July 22.
Children must be five or six years old by June 16, 1993.
Pre - registration is required Group size is limited
DATES: Monday - Thursday, June 16 - July 29, 1993
(No program on July 5 & 7)
TIME: 9 :00 - 11:30 AM
LOCATION: Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road
FEE: $15.00 per child
REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration
procedure on page 10.
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: June 11, 1993
TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
PICNIC IN THE PARK
BBQ lunch and special children's entertainment by
"Kidsdance ". Children will be bused from Goat Hill or Sky Hill
Park to Trapp Farm in Eagan.
DATE: Thursday, July 22, 1993
FEE: $5.00 (Includes lunch, entertainment, prizes, fun,
transportation and supervision)
ilk GISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, July 15, 1993
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AFTERNOON SITE
Activities will be the same as the Summer in the Park for 5 & 6
year old morning programs, except the program runs from 1:00 -
3:00 PM.
Pre - registration is required Group size is limited
DATES: Monday - Thursday, June 16 - July 29, 1993
(No program on July 5 & 7)
TIME: 1 :00 - 3:30 PM
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue
FEE: $15.00
TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration
procedure on page 10
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, July 15, 1993
SUMMER FINALE PIZZA PARTY
Pizza, beverage and special games and activities to say
goodbye to Summer in the Park
DATE: Thursday, July 29, 1993
LOCATION: Sky Hill:
Goat Hill:
FEE: $2.50
9:00 - 11:30 AM
1:00 -3:30 PM
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 26, 1993
Children who have completed kindergarten through age 12 are invited to participate in a program designed especially for them. Some
activities planned are sports and games, crafts, relays, nature awareness, special events and field trips.
The program runs Monday through Wednesday from 1:00 - 4:00 PM with field trips and special events on most Thursday afternoons.
The program fee is $15.00 per participant for the entire summer. (Scholarship assistance is available.)
Field trips are scheduled to places such as Circus Arcade, Rollerskating and the Minnesota Twins Game. The highlight of the summer
is the Picnic in the Park at Trapp Farm park. All playground sites get together for an afternoon of entertainment, fun, food and friendships.
The program is led by trained, creative staff who put some added fun into an otherwise "boring" day. Come and spend an afternoon
with your friends!
SPECIAL NOTES:
1. In the event of rain, sites with a shelter will go on as planned. If in doubt, call Recreation Happenings at 681 -4670, #1.
2. Pre - registration is required.
DATES: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays June 16 - July 29, 1993 TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
(No program on July 5 - Holiday and July 7 - MN Twins game)
FEE: $15.00 per child (You may register for more than one Summer in the Park site at no additional fee.)
LOCATIONS: Blackhawk Park, Riverton Avenue & Palisade Way
Evergreen Park, 4359 Lodgepole Drive
Northview Park, 980 Northview Park Road
Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive
Ridgecliff Park, 1750 Covington Lane
Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road
Walnut Hill Park, 999 Wilderness Run Road
TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration information on page 10.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 11, 1993
Activities will be the same as at the afternoon sites, except the program runs from 9:00 - 11:30 AM with field trips on most Thursday
afternoons. Please note the days and locations
DATES: Monday - Thursday June 16 - July 29, 1993 (no program on July 5 - Holiday and July 7, MN Twins Game)
TIME: 9 :00 - 11:30 AM
FEE: $15.00 per child (You may register for more than one Summer in the Park site at no additional fee.)
LOCATIONS: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs)
South Oaks Park, 675 North Hay Lake Road (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs)
Quarry Park, 3340 Coachman Road (Mon & Wed)
Mueller Farm Park, 954 Wescott Road (next to Woodland Elementary School) (Tues & Wed)
Downing Park, 4352 Johnny Cake Ridge Road (next to Oakridge Elementary School) (Mon & Wed)
George Ohmann Park, 4730 Pebble Beach Way (Tues & Thurs)
TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration procedure on page 10.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 11, 1993
SUMMER IN THE PARK AFTERNOON SITES
SUMMER IN THE PARK MORNING SITES
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NEW
SUMMER IN THE PARK
FOR 11 -14 YEAR OLDS!!
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SUMMER IN THE PARK
FOR 11 - 14 YEAR OLDS
Northview and Sky Hill Parks will provide special programming for 11 -14 year olds on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays,
from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. This group will be separated from the regular SIP programs. Participants will have the opportunity to help
plan their days. Join the fun!
DATES: June 16 - July 28, 1993 FEE: $15.00
WAGONFUL O'FUN
A mobile "Wagonful O' Fun" visits neighborhood parks from June 16 - July 29, 1993. The Playwagon is an opportunity for children
who have completed kindergarten through age 12 to get together with friends and participate in activities designed especially for them.
Among the activities planned are sports and games, crafts, relays and special events. Talent shows, water days, and Mini -Olympics
are among the special events planned.
Children are invited to attend the Summer in the Park field trips on most Thursday afternoons. Pick -up points are Summer in the
Park locations. No bus pick - up will be made at Playwagon locations. Come and join us for fun and games led by trained staff.
Pre - registration is required
DATES: June 16 - July 29, 1993 (no program on July 5 and 7, 1993)
TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
9:30 AM 11:30 AM
Mondays: Kettle Park, 4700 Rahn Road
Tuesdays: Oak Chase Park, 440 Oak Chase Road
Wednesdays: Lexington Park, 1030 McKee Street
Thursdays: Captain Dodd, 4050 Country View Drive
1:O0PM - 3:30 PM
Mondays: Cinnamon Park, 4480 Slater Road
Tuesdays: Lakeside Park, 559 Atlantic Hills Drive
Wednesdays: Bur Oaks Park, Rolling Hills Dri.& Hwy 149
FEE: $5.00 per child (You may register for more than one Playwagon site at no additional cost.)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: June 11, 1993
TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration procedure on page 10.
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S.I.P. FIELD TRIPS
The following trips and special events are for children who have completed kindergarten through age 12 who attend Summer in
the Park. Children who have not completed kindergarten are too young to participate in the field trips that have been selected for S.I.P.
The trips are supervised by S.I.P. staff. Registrations will be taken at the Eagan Municipal Center only. (See registration procedures.)
Money will not be accepted at the park site. Bus pick -up points are at selected Summer in the Park locations. When registering, please
specify which bus stop your child will be attending. The bus will not pick - up at all sites.
All trips are scheduled on Thursdays between 1:00 - 4:00 PM with the exception of the Minnesota Twins game, Wednesday, July
7. Bus times are between 12:30 - 1:00 PM and will be determined after the registration deadline. Call 681 -4670 on Tuesdays (after
3:00 PM) before the field trip for bus times.
SPECIAL NOTES
1. Registration deadline for all field trips is Friday, June 18, 1993 at 4:00 PM unless otherwise noted.
2. Registrations are taken first come, first serve.
3. Space is limited on some of the field trips, therefore, registration deadlines will be strictly enforced
4. Volunteer chaperones are needed for field trips. If you are 15 years of age or older and interested in chaperoning, please
call the Parks and Recreation Department at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. Volunteers will be admitted to the field trip at no
cost to them. Come and spend an afternoon with the youth of Eagan.
Summer in the Park Trip Bus Stops
Blackhawk Park
Downing Park
George Ohmann Park
Rahn Park
Sky Hill Park
Walnut Hill Park
Bridle Ridge Park
Evergreen Park
Northview Park
Ridgecliff Park
South Oaks Park
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SKATEVILLE - BURNSVILLE
An afternoon of rollerskating!
DATE: Thursday, June 24, 1993
FEE: $4.00 (includes admission, skate rental,
transportation and supervision)
*Optional - Bring extra money for snacks.
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 1992
MINNESOTA TWINS GAME
Join us for Parks and Recreation Day as the Minnesota Twins
take on the Detroit Tigers. All kids should wear a yellow colored
T -shirt so that everyone will know we're from Eagan.
Space is limited sign up early!
SPECIAL NOTES
1. Bus pickup times will begin at 10:30 AM and return
around 4:15 PM.
2. Volunteer chaperones are needed. Please call 681-4660,
TDD 454 -8535, if interested. Chaperones will be
admitted free.
3. Bring a bag lunch to eat on the bus or extra money to
purchase food at the Metrodome.
DATE: Wednesday, July 7, 1993
FEE:
$6.00
(includes admission, bus transportation & supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, June 18, 1993
SUMMER FINALE PIZZA PARTY
Pizza, beverage and special games and activities to say good-
bye to Summer in the Park at each individual site.
NOTE: Mueller Farm, George Ohmann, South Oaks and Bridle
Ridge will have their Pizza Party from 9:00 - 11:30 AM. All other
sites will be from 1:00 - 4:00 PM.
DATE: Thursday, July 29, 1993
FEE: $2.50
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, July 26, 1993 at 4:00 PM
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TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
DODGE NATURE CENTER
Nature hike led by naturalists followed by games and fun in the park.
DATE: Thursday, July 1, 1993
FEE: $5.00 (includes nature activities, games, transportation
and supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, June 18, 1993
BOWLING
An afternoon of bowling at Cedarvale Lanes.
Space is limited !
Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first serve
basis.
DATE: Thursday, July 8, 1993
FEE: $5.00 (includes 2 games of bowling, shoe rental,
transportation & supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, June 18, 1993
CIRCUS ARCADE - BURNSVILLE
DATE: Thursday, July 15, 1993
FEE: $6.50 (includes beverage, sundae, & 15 game tokens)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, June 18, 1993
PICNIC IN THE PARK
We'll have a BBQ lunch and special children's entertainment
by Total Entertainment's "Kidsdance ". Children will be bused
from S.I.P. sites to Trapp Farm Park in Eagan.
DATE: Thursday, July 22, 1993
FEE: $5.00 (includes lunch, entertainment, prizes, fun,
transportation and supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, July 16, 1993
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• 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 GolfLearning 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.
Class size Ls limited Pre - registration Ls required
SESSION I:
June 7 - 21 (Mon & Wed)
Section 1: 6 :00 - 7:00 PM
Section 2: 7 :00 - 8 :00 PM
Section3: 8:00 -9:00 PM
June 8 - 22 (Tues & Thurs)
Section 4: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Section 5: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Section 6: 8:00 - 9:00 PM
SSION II:
ilinv 7 - 21 (Mon & Wed)
Section 7: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Section 8: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Section 9: 8:00 - 9:00 PM
July 6 - 20 (Tues & Thurs)
Section 10: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Section 11: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Section 12: 8:00 - 9:00 PM
LOCATION: Troon Golf Learning Center
FEE: $37.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
Session I: June 2, 1993
Session IL: June 30, 1993
ADULT SOCCER LEAGUE
The South of the River Soccer League is forming now!
If you have a team made up of players that live or work in
Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Farmington, Lakeville,
Rosemount or Savage then contact Rosemount Parks and
Recreation at 423 -4415 to determine if space is available.
Deadline is May 5. Teams in the league must attend the
mandatory manager's meeting May 6. At least two women
must be on the field at all times. After the summer season
a Fall League will occur. Contact Rosemount Parks and
Recreation in July for registration information.
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OFFICIATED SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
Officiated Sand Volleyball is for the serious player. Play will be
competitive. An eight (8) week season is planned.
Registration by teams is preferred. Call Parks and Recreation to
receive registration materials. Persons who wish to play but are not
on a team may also call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454-
8535, to place their names on a draft list. Placement on a team is not
guaranteed, however.
WHO: Adults
DATES: Manager's Meeting June 2, 1993
Play begins the week of June 14, 1993
FEE: $120.00
LOCATIONS:
Tuesday Women's:
Thursday Men's:
Friday Co -Rec:
Goat Hill Park
Goat Hill Park
Goat Hill and Rahn Athletic Parks
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 28, 1993
UNOFFICIATED RECREATIONAL SAND
VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
The Eagan Parks and Recreation Department is offering
=officiated recreational Sand Volleyball League play this summer.
The leagues are for men, women and teens who want to play recreational
volleyball during the sununer months. Registrations are accepted by
teams only; however, if you're an individual interested in getting on
a team, an available players list has been established. The season will
be approximately 8 weeks long.
Teams are currently being accepted on a first come basis. Receipt
ofyour roster and entry fee will reserve a spot for your team. Managers
of prospective new teams should contact Eagan Parks and Recreation
Department at 681 -4660 (TDD 454 -8535) by May 21, 1993 for
registration materials.
League Night of Play:
Monday: Co- Recreational League (Tuesday Women's)
Friday: Co- Recreational League (Thursday Men's)
Manager's meeting June 2, 1993.
DATES: Play begins the week of June 14, 1993
TIMES: Between 6:00 - 9:00 PM
LOCATION: Rahn Athletic Fields or Goat Hill Park
FEE: $60.00 per team (Reduced rate for teens, $30.00 per team)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, Friday, May 28, 1993
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EAGAN MEN'S TENNIS LEAGUE
The Department of Parks and Recreation offers an open tennis
league for men. Matches will be played on Tuesday evenings, based
primarily at the Northview Athletic tennis courts. Additional
courts will be reserved as needed.
Doubles and singles competition will be incorporated into the
league schedule. A handicap system will be offered to equalize
play.
A fee of $10.00 per participant will be charged to cover the
costs of administering the league. The fee is due at the organizational
meeting.
If you are interested in playing in the Eagan Men's Tennis
League, call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535.
The league's size can be estimated from the telephone inquiries.
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING: Tuesday, May 18, 1993
TIME: 7:00 PM
LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Shelter Building
Northview Park Road at Elrene Road
LEAGUE FEES: $10.00 per player (Due on May 18, 1993)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Call in registration by Monday, May 17, 1993
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ADULT TENNIS LESSONS
Learn a lifetime sport. Tennis lessons are offered to adults
at the beginner and beginner 2 level. Beginners are individuals
who have never played, or have played "at the game ", but neve.
had a lesson. Beginner 2's have previously taken beginner
lessons.
Each class meets twice a week for one hour for three weeks.
Tennis balls are provided. Participants are to provide their own
rackets.
Class size is limited Pre - registration is required
SESSION I: Mon & Wed, June 14 - June 30
O'Leary Park
Section 1: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Beginner
Section 2: 7:30 - 8:30 PM Beginner
SESSION II: Mon & Wed, July 12 - July 28
Oak Chase Park
Section 3: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Beginner
Section 4: 7:30 8:30 PM Beginner 2
FEE: $20.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINES: Section L: June 9, 1993
Section IL: July 7, 1993
SOUTH OF THE RIVER TEAM TENNIS
TEAMTENNIS is a co-recreational league for adults. Teams in the South of the River League are comprisedofco- workers, couples,
neighbors or a team formed from the draft list.
Team rosters hold a minimum of two men and two women. The maximum team size is 5 men and 5 women. Competitive and
recreational divisions are offered. Teams from Eagan, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Farmington, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville,
Rosemount and Savage are invited to join the league.
No ad scoring is used. Matches are comprised of men's and women's doubles and one or two sets of mixed doubles. The match
score is the sum of all games won. No ad scoring allows a match to typically be completed in two hours.
Tennis courts in Eagan form the center of league's Wednesday evening play activity. Subject to demographics of the league, courts
in other communities may also be used.
An organizational meeting will be held to: enter teams into the league, assess levels of skill and to organize "draft" teams. If
you have a new team or want your name placed on the draft list, call Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. Those
who have called will receive team roster materials prior to the meeting.
MEETING DATE: Wednesday, May 19, 1993 TIME: 7:00 PM
LOCATION: Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road
LEAGUE FEES: $5.00 per player (Due on May 19, 1993) Call in registration by Monday, May 17, 1993
TENNIS DRILLS FOR ADULTS
For the competitive player who wants to become
more consistent. These tennis drills are designed to
provide challenging practice, improved game strategy
and a good work out.
Players ages 19 and older are invited to accept the
challenge of the drills format. The early morning
schedule is designed to fit in before other family events.
The drills meet six times.
Space is limited Pre - registration is required
DATES: Wednesdays, June 16 - July 28, 1993
TIME: 7:00 - 8:00 AM
FEE: $20.00 (No session on July 7)
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: June 11, 1993
3 - ON - 3 OUTDOOR BASKETBALL
Hit the court running under the sun with the 3-on -3
Basketball League. Played on the smaller hardcourts in
neighborhood parks, the end - to-end action creates a lot of
scoring and gets you into shape fast. This is an unofficiated
league meant for those players looking for a good workout
and a friendly game. Space is limited Register early.
DATE: Play begins Monday, June 14.
Nine Mondays are planned.
TIME: Game times are at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 PM
LOCATION: Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive
O'Leary Park, 3501 Lexinj'tonAvenue
(Tentative sites. Other sites may be used
depending on the number of teams.)
FEE: $60.00 per team, 19 years and older
$40.00 per team, 18 years and younger
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 4, 1993.
Registration materials are available by stopping in or
calling Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660,
TDD 454 -8535. A mandatory manager's meeting
will be held Monday, June 7, at 7:00 PM in the Eagan
Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road.
Individuals wishing to get on a team or willing to
form a team can have their names placed on an
available players list
RECREATION HOTLINE
681 -4670
The Recreation Happenings Hotline is on line 24 hours each day. A
menu of topics has been set up so that residents can quickly hear specific
information. The menu and examples of messages are as follows:
#1 Today's Activities:
Weather related activity announcements, bus times and
other daily program information is provided. This line is
updated each day.
#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:
Status of ballfield availability, open time on sand volleyball
courts and names of parks that have new playground
equipment, are examples of the messages on this general
information line.
#4 Shelter Buildine/Facility Reservation Information:
The "how to" of reservations for pavilion, shelter buildings,
ballfields or picnic kits. 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 registration each quarter.
Information about class openings or available space will be
provided from time to time.
#6 Youth Athletic Association Information:
The hotline telephone numbers foryouth athletics are provided
as a service to the community.
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Youth and teens are encouraged to participate in a fun program designed especially for them. Field trips to various locations around
the Twin Cities are what make this program exciting. The program is supervised by trained staff and is an opportunity for friends to gei,
together for a fun - filled day. Sign up for one or all events.
Registration will begin on May 15 at the Eagan Municipal Center. Pre - registration and parent or guardian permission slips are required.
*Please note age range on each trip.
Experience the mysterious world of caves and caverns at the
Crystal Cave this summer. We'll go underground to see
stalagmites, sparkling quartz crystals and animals that live in
caves. After the tour there will be time to stop in the souvenir
shop and then we'll have lunch in the picnic area. Bring a bag
lunch.
CRYSTAL CAVE TRIP
This trip is for youth ages 7 -12.
DATE: Friday, June 18, 1993
TIMES ANDLOCATION: Departs Returns
Carnelian Park
1800 Carnelian Lane 10:15 AM 2:00 PM
FEE: $10.25
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 11, 1993
BEAVER MOUNTAIN TRIP
Come to Beaver Mountain in Burnsville to enjoya wonderful
day of mini- golfing and watersliding. Don't miss the NEW
Chute and Caterpillar! Make sure you bring or wear a swimsuit
and towel. Participants should pack a back lunch or bring extra
money to buy lunch. For youth and teens ages 8 - 15.
DATE: Friday, July 16, 1993
TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Carnelian Park
1800 Carnelian Lane 8:15 AM 1:45 PM
FEE: $11.25 (includes 1 round of mini -golf, 3 hours of
unlimitedwaterslide, chaperones and transportation)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, July 8, 1993
HORSEBACK RIDING
Get out your cowboy boots and hat for a morning of horseback
riding at the Diamond -T Ranch in Eagan. We will have a picnic
lunch (two hot dots, chips and a drink) at the ranch and will then walk
to nearby Jensen Lake for some games. Join us fora real western day!
For youth and teens ages 10 - 16.
DATE: Friday, June 25, 1993
TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
Carnelian Park
1800 Carnelian Lane 10:30 AM 2:15 PM
Departs Returns
FEE: $19.75 (includes horseback ride, picnic lunch,
transportation and supervision)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 16, 1993
RICHFIELD POOL AND MINI GOLF
Have fun in the sun as we go to the new mini -golf facility in
Richfield. We'll play 18 holes of mini -golf followed by a picnic
lunch in the park. Bring a bag lunch or extra money for the
concession stand. After lunch, we' 11 spend the afternoon at the pool
and waterslide. Youth and teens ages 8 -14 are invited to join the
fun. When registering, select a bus pick -up location.
DATE: Friday, July 23, 1993
TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Bridle Ridge Park
3990 Elrene Road 8:45 AM 4:00 PM
Carnelian Park
1800 Carnelian Lane 9:00 AM 3:50 PM
FEE: $9.50 (includes 1 round of mini -golf, 6 waterslide
rides, pool admission, transportation and supervision)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 16, 1993
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DATE: Friday, July 30, 1993
TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
FEE: $10.00 per person
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 23, 1993
CEDAR LAKE FARM
A new adventure awaits all youth ages 6 - 12. Children will experience a hayride through the woods, hands -on visits with baby
farm animals, obstacle course fun and possibly a pony ride. Bring a bag lunch and we'll eat on the picnic grounds. When registering,
select a bus pick -up location.
Departs Approx"Return
Bridle Ridge Park,3990 Elrene Rd. 9:00 AM 3:15 PM
Carnelian Park,1800 Carnelian Ln 9:15 AM 3:00 PM
(includes tour, activities, transp. and supervision)
TIMES & LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Carnelian Park
1800 Carnelian Lane 9:30 AM 4:30 PM
TUBING THE APPLE RIVER
What a way to beat the heat. Enjoy the cool flowing fun of
floating down the Apple River. Round up your friends for this
exciting tubing trek. Included in this extravaganza is one free ride
down the River's Edge giant water slide. Don't forget your old
tennis shoes, swimsuits and suntan lotion. (Make sure to bring a
bag lunch or money to buy refreshments.)
For youth and teens ages 11 - 15.
ATE: Friday,August 6, 1993
FEE: $12.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, July 30, 1993 by Noon
WAVE POOL
The Wave Pool at Bunker Hills Regional Park provides the
latest in water recreation. A computerized machine creates a current
of air that can generate 4 styles of waves up to 4 feet high. The depth
ofthe pool ranges from 1 inch to 6 feet. Please note: cut -offs, T- shirts
or jewelry are not allowed in the pool. Bring extra money for lunch
at the concession stand. Food is not allowed in the pool area. Tube
rental is $2.00 for 2 -1/2 hours. Lockers are available for an extra
fee.
This trip is for youth and teens 11 15 years of age.
DATE: August 13, 1993
TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Carnelian Park
1800 Carnelian Lane 8:45 AM 4:00 PM
FEE: $9.50 per person (plus tube rental)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 6, 1993
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LOCATION
DATE
TIl43E
AGES
NORTHVIEW PARK
June 14 - 18
8:45 - 9:30 AM
4 & 5 I
OAK CHASE AND
June 14 - 18
9:00 - 10:00 AM
6, 7 & 8
RAHN PARKS
10:00 -11:00 AM
9, 10& 11
11:00 - NOON
12, 13 & 14
RIDGECLIFF AND
June 21 - 25
9:00 - 10:00 AM
12, 13 & 14
O'LEARY PARKS
10:00- 11:OOAM
6,7 &8
11:00 - NOON
9, 10 & 11
J NORTIIVIEW PARK
June 28 - July 2
8:45 - 9:30 AM
4 & 5 I
EVERGREEN AND
June 28 - July 2
9:00 - 10:00 AM
9, 10 & 11
NORTHVIEW
PARKS
10:00 - 11:00 AM
12, 13 & 14
11:00 -NOON
6,7 &8
OAK CHASE AND
July 12 - July 16
9:00 - 10:00 AM
6, 7 & 8
SKY HILL PARKS
10:00 -11:00 AM
9,10 &11
11:00 - NOON
12, 13 & 14
I NORTHVIEW PARK
July 19 - July 23
8:45 - 9:30 AM
4 & 5 j
RIDGECLIFF AND
July 19 - July 23
9:00 - 10:00 AM
9, 10 & 11
RAHN PARKS
10:00- 11:OOAM
12,13 &14
11:00 -NOON
6,7 &8
O'LEARY AND
July 26 - July 30
9:00 - 10:00 AM
12, 13 & 14
PILOT KNOB
PARKS
10:00 -11:00 AM
6,7 &8
11:00 -NOON
9,10 &11
YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS
Youth ages 4 - 14 are invited to try their
hand at the game of tennis. The lessons will
provide challenging skills to learn and practice,
improve eye -hand coordination and offer the
opportunity to be with friends.
Classes are organized by age groupings.
Lessons will meet for one hour per day for one
week at neighborhood park tennis courts. The
Monday through Friday format will concentrate
learning over a short period oftime for improved
skill development.
Tennis balls are provided. Participants are
to provide their own rackets. Class size is
limited. Pre - registration is required.
FEE: $20.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
The Wednesday prior to the start of a session
(Example: June 9 for June 14 - 18 lessons, etc.)
FEE:
USTA JUNIOR TENNIS
TOURNAMENTS
DATES: June 25, 26 & 27, 1993 (SATELLITE Tournament)
July 16, 17 & 18, 1993 (CHALLENGER II Tournament)
TIME: Determined by the draw
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts
Singles: $15.00
Doubles: $10.00 per team
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SATELLITE:
CHALLENGER II:
Eagan Parks and Recreation is hosting two USTA Sanctioned Junior Tennis Tournaments at the Northview Athletic courts this
summer. Youth from Eagan and throughout the metro area are anticipated participants.
The tournaments offer singles and doubles play for girls and boys. USTA age groupings will be observed. Singles participants are
guaranteed two matches. Doubles play is single elimination.
June 18, 1993
July 9, 1993
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AGES: SATELLITE: U10, U12, U14, U16
CHALLENGER II: U12, U14, U16, U18
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SOUTH OF THE RIVER JUNIOR
TENNIS CAMPS
Recognized by the United States Tennis Association as a Local
Excellence Program.
• South of the River Junior Tennis Camps are designed for all varsity,
junior varsity, high school, junior high/middle school and upper
elementary age youth.
During camp, each player will receive extensive drills on skills,
focus on technique and form, aerobic and anaerobic conditioning,
strategy and tactics and mental toughness.
Instructional staff are headed by Patty Mraz, USPTA professional,
head girls' tennis coach at Burnsville High, Assistant Coach at St.
Thomas University and recipient of the USTA Community Service
Award.
Special events will be planned for Friday, June 18 and July 23. A
tournament will be offered on July 30 and 31.
Tennis balls are provided. Participants are to provide their own
rackets.
DATES: Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
TIMES: 9:30 - 11:30 AM
11:30 AM- 1:30 PM
1:30 - 3:30 PM
June 14 - 29, 1993
July 12 - 28, 1993
August 2 - 11, 1993
FEE: $35.00 for one session
$55.00 for two sessions
$75.00 for three sessions
M &T
M &T
M,T &W
ages 9, 10 & 11
ages 12, 13 & 14
ages 15, 16, 17 & 18
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Session 1: June 9, 1993
Session 2: July 7, 1993
Session 3: July 28, 1993
FALL SOFTBALL
Mark your calendar or miss out on the fun of Fall Softball. More and more
players enjoy the cooler temperatures and low key atmosphere of "Fall Ball ". This
year, all teams will be sanctioned and be eligible foroneoftwo Fall State Tournaments.
Leagues offered include: Men's Doubleheaders, Mondays
Co-Rec 11/12 ", Tuesdays
Women's Open, Tuesdays
Men's Open, Tuesdays
Men's Open, Wednesdays
All games are played at Northview Athletic Fields. Play begins August 16, 17
d 18 and ends in early October. Registration materials will be available after June
, 1993. Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660, TDD 454 -8535. A
mandatory manager's meeting will be held Tuesday, August 10. Individuals wishing
to get on a team or willing to form a team can have their names placed on an available
players list.
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SOUTH OF THE RIVER JUNIOR
TEAM TENNIS LEAGUE
Recognized by the United States Tennis Association as
a Local Excellence Program
The Junior Team Tennis League's focus is competition.
Players who register to participate in the league will be
placed on co-ed teams by the coaching staff. Practices and
most matches will be held at the Northview Athletic tennis
courts.
The coaching staff is headed by Patty Mraz who has
spearheaded Eagan Parks and Recreation tennis for five
years. The number one focus to be taught is strategy and
tactics.
Membership in USTA (United States Tennis
Association) is available to Junior Team Tennis Players.
Participation in USTA sanctioned tournaments is then
possible to league players.
DATES: June 16 - July 29, 1993 (Wed & Thurs)
No tennis league activity the week of July 5
TIMES: Ages 9 - 11 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Ages 12 - 14 11:30 - 1:30 PM
Ages 15 - 18 1:30 -3:30 PM
Tournaments and special events on Fridays
June 18, July 23, July 30 & 31
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts
FEE: $35.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 11, 1993
TOUCH FOOTBALL
Mark your calendars or miss out!
Organize your team now for this fall
tradition. The cool autumn action is
available for:
Seven Man Sanctioned Touch Football
Four Man Passing Touch Football
Co-Rec Flag Football
Registration materials will be
available after July 19, 1993. Contact
Eagan Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660,
TDD 454 -8535. Individuals wishingto get
on a team or willing to fonn one can be
placed on an available players list.
VOLLEYBALL
Adult volleyball leagues will be
offered this fall. Leagues offered are as
follows:
Men's Power Officiated
Women's Power Officiated
Co-Ed Power Officiated
Co-Ed Recreational
Registration information will be
available after August 1, 1993. Please
call the Parks and Recreation Department
after this date at 681 -4660, TDD 454-
8535. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30
p.m., Monday through Friday.
WHERE TO REGISTER:
REGISTRATION OPTIONS:
*PLEASE NOTE:
IN- PERSON
REGISTRATION BEGINS:
*PLEASE NOTE:
SPECIAL
REGISTRATION SESSION:
REGISTRATION CHANGE:
CONFIRMATION LETTERS:
REFUND POLICY:
EQUAL ACCESS POLICY
RECREATION PROGRAMS:
SCHOLARSHIPS:
Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road
Regular Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday
In- person beginning May 15, 1993
Mail -in after May 15, 1993
Depository drop box after May 15, 1993
Registration received prior to May 15, 1993, will be processed upon completion
of the first day in- person session.
Saturday, May 15, 1993 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Registration continues Monday through Friday during regular office
hours, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
If you are registering for an activity for which there is no registration
limit, you do not need to attend registration on opening day.
Wednesday, June 9, 1993, 4:30 - 7:30 PM
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.
Letters of confirmation are not sent.
You should attend an activity for which you register as scheduled unless you
are notified otherwise.
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 star t of an activity or its registration deadline.
No refunds can be made after registration deadline or thestartofan activity.
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.
A limited amount of scholarship funding is available.
For information, call Parks and Recreation at 681 -4660 (TDD 454- 8535).
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TO.RESER'VE A PA
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 time blocks
run from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Activities
which overlap either of the time periods will be considered a full
day.
Reservations are accepted for 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.
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.
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.
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SHELTER BUILDING
RESERVATIONS
Do you need a site for a special club meeting or event? The
shelters at Bridle Ridge, Sky Hill, Goat Hill, Quarry and Trapp Farm
Parks are available for use by the community. The attractive and
comfortable buildings will accommodate 30 - 40 people. Electricity,
hot and cold running water and restrooms are features in all facilities.
Trapp Farm's shelter also has a fireplace which adds a special
atmosphere.
A fee of $60.00 is charged for 1/2 day; $85.00 for a full 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. Afeeof$25.00 is charged fora sun shelter reservation.
ITO RESERVE'A SHELTER:I
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. Reservations
are posted at the courts. Events such as tournaments and independent
leagues require a certificate of insurance.
TO RESERVE A COURT:
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.
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•
CITY OF EAGAN
3830 PILOT KNOB ROAD
EAGAN, MN 55122
EAGAN NEWS
THE LONE OAK TREE ... THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM ADOPTED
The City Council recently adopted its 1993 -1997 Capital Improvement Program
(CIP). The CIP is a five -year plan for major capital projects such as City building projects,
park and trail improvements, storm water projects, roadway improvements, major
equipment purchases and water and sewer system improvements. The CIP is a planning
instrument used by the City to identify needed capital projects and to coordinate financing
timing of those projects to maximize the return on the investment made by the citizens
• nd
f Eagan.
It is important to note, however, that adoption of the CIP does not authorize
construction of any of the projects. Each project must adhere to all Council policies as well
as ordinance, charter and statutory requirements and be approved by the City Council. The
City does not anticipate any property tax referendums regarding the following proposed
capital building projects.
Several of the major projects planned in 1993 are discussed below.
Land Acquisition/Future Fire Station — In 1993, land acquisition for a future fire
station in the northwest corner of the City is planned. It is the intention of the volunteer
fire department to land bank a small portion of property.
Law Enforcement/Municipal Center Expansion — Because of the rapid growth of
the City, resident and staff needs exceed the existing space in the Law Enforcement/
Municipal Center. This is especially true in the police department section of the building
which was built in the late seventies when the population of Eagan was under 20,000. Plans
will be developed during 1993 for the expansion of the center and construction will begin
as soon as possible after that.
Recreational Facility — The Council approved partial funding for a recreational
facility which would include an indoor arena facility during warm weather months, an ice
sheet during cold weather months and a wading pool. This facility will only be built if the
community itself raises approximately $400,000 to $500,000 in private funding by the end
of 1994.
Park Improvements — Play equipment will be installed in Blackhawk and Burr
Oaks Parks. Shelters will be constructed in Sky Hill and Northview Parks. Additional
parking areas and/or trails will be built in Peridot Path, Burr Oaks and Manor Lake Parks.
Additional landscaping will be performed in Peridot Path, Blackhawk, Burr Oaks,
OEvergreen, Sky Hill, Downing, Athletic Site #3 and Captain Dodd Parks.
The Capital Improvement Program is an essential plan that outlines the City's
investment strategy for major public improvements during the next five years. Along with
the annual operating budget, it is one of the most significant policy decisions made by the
City Council. Residents wanting more information about the CIP should call the Municipal
Center at 681 -4600. (TDD# for persons with speech or hearing impairments: 454- 8535.)
MAY 1993
VOLUME 16 NO.2
PHONE: 681 -4600
TDD #: 454 -8535
1993 Road Work 2
Williams Pipeline Clearing.. 3
Water Quality .
New Forestry Brochures . .
Cable TV
Pet News
Fire Safety Trailer
EAGAN'S PER CAPITA
SPENDING LOW
The state auditor's office has issued
a report which analyzes spending in 1990
by the 179 cities with more than 2,500
residents in the state. The average per
capita spending rate for all cities was $426
per capita.
The report showed that the City of
Eagan spent $204 per capita for the year.
This is the lowest per capita spending rate
in Dakota County and mirrors the fact that
Eagan has the lowest tax rate in the county.
It also is the lowest per capita spending rate
for cities over 30,000.
Eagan's $204 per capita spending
rate compares to the state average of $426,
to $814 in Minneapolis, $700 in St. Paul,
$626 in Red Wing, $501 in Golden Valley,
$393 in Richfield and $373 in Brooklyn
Center. In Dakota County, it compares to
$355 in Farmington, $346 in Rosemount,
$331 in Apple Valley and $280 in
Burnsville.
CITY OF EAGAN
Mayor:
Thomas Egan
Councilmembers:
Pat Awada
Sandra Masin
Shawn Hunter ]
Ted Wachter
1993 ROAD WORK
DIFFLEY ROAD RECONSTRUCTION:
Stage 1 construction began on Monday, April 12, 1993, with the closing of Diffley
Road from Braddock Trail to TH 3 until August 20, 1993. Cross traffic will be allowed
at the Braddock Trail and Dodd Road intersections only. The designated detour route is
Lexington Avenue, Cliff Road, and TH 3. Work within the roadway right -of -way but
outside the travelled surface ofthe roadway began along the entire length of the project from
Blueberry Lane to TH 3.
Stage 2 construction is planned to begin May 10, 1993, with the closing of Diffley
Road between Blueberry Lane and Lexington Avenue until October 29, 1993. The
designated detour route is Pilot Knob Road, Cliff Road, and TH 3.
Stage 3 construction is planned to begin June 14, 1993, with the closing of Diffley
Road between Lexington Avenue and Braddock Trail. The designated detour route is Pilot
Knob Road, Cliff Road, and TH 3. This segment of roadway is scheduled to reopen August
20, 1993.
Stage 4 construction is planned to begin August 20, 1993, with Diffley Road open
to traffic between Lexington Avenue and TH 3. Trailway construction and boulevard
restoration within this area is to be completed by September 20, 1993. The segment of
Diffley Road between Blueberry Lane and Lexington Avenue is planned to be completed
by October 29, 1993. The designated detour route is Pilot Knob Road, Cliff Road, and
Lexington Avenue.
CEDAR GROVE RECONSTRUCTION:
On Tuesday, April 20, 1993, the City Council will formally receive the bids and
consider the contract award to Valley Paving, Inc., for the reconstruction of streets in Cedar
Grove #3, #4, #5, #6, and #9 Additions. The construction is planned to begin the first or
second week of May. The construction is planned to be completed by October 30, 1993.
BLUE CROSS ROAD AND BLACKHAWK HILLS ROAD:
The City is currently studying the feasibility of structural bituminous overlays on
Blue Cross Road and Blackhawk Hills Road. As with any roadway reconstruction, local
access for residents as well as emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times within
the construction areas.
Please contact the City Engineering Division at 6814646 (TDD # 454 -8535) or
Dakota County Highway Department at 891 -7100 for further information and updates.
LEAD AND COPPER UPDATE
The Utility Division has completed the second sampling for Lead and Copper
Contamination. During February of 1993, sixty residences were tested. All samples
passed both the lead standard and the copper standard as set forth by the Environmental
Protection Agency.
The third phase sampling that is required will be conducted in July of 1994. Again,
the same sixty residences will be tested.
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 Utility
Division at 681 -4300 (TDD phone: 454 - 8535).
If you need this information in an alternate form such as large print, braille-;\
I audio tape, etc., please contact the City of Eagan, 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, I
,MN 55122, 681 -4600, (TDD phone: 454 -8535)
WATER
CONSERVATION
PROGRAM
A reminder that the City of Eagan
implemented a permanent conservation
program for outdoor water usage on
June 1, 1990. Lastyear, 1992, the Water
Utility Division pumped 2,402,999,000
gallons of water into the City distribu-
tion system. The conservation program
not only reduces the amount of water we
take from the aquifers through our wells,
but also decreases 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
number such as 311, outdoor watering is
allowed on the 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, etc. day
ofthe month. If your address ends in an
even number such as 312, outdoor wa-
tering is allowed on the 2nd, 4th, 6th,
8th, etc. day of the month.
New sod and seed maybe watered
on any day for the first two weeks re-
gardless of the day of the week.
The residents of our city, by ad-
hering to our conservation program,
help ensure the continued quality of the
services which our utility division strives
to maintain for our community.
The Eagan News is distributed
four times a year as a public service by
the Eagan City Council. The newslet-
ter is prepared through the office ofthe
City Administrator.
Printed
n wsletter is
recycJee p.
IF AIRCRAFT NOISE
BECOMES A
NUISANCE
you are bothered by an airc
noise event, note the time of day, your
location and as much as you can about
the aircraft and direction of flight and
can the MAC Noise Complaint Hotline
at 726-9411, You may also write to the
Metropolitan Airports Commission at
6040 28th Ave South, Minneapolis,
MN 55450
WILLIAMS PIPE LINE
CLEARING
The Williams Pipe Line Company
has initiated a line clearing project over
its pipe line through Eagan. In Eagan the
pipe line runs from the Minnesota Zoo
along Johnny Cake Ridge Road northeast
to where it crosses Highway 149, just
', north of Yankee Doodle Road. The pipe
line was installed during the 1950's.
Considerable vegetation has grown over
the pipe line and in the easement since it
was installed.
As the population of Eagan and
many other communities grew, homes
were built in close proximity to the pipe
line. Many residents assumed since the
easement had not been cleared recently
that it would never be cleared. But it is
the safety of those same residents that
dictates that trees be removed to provide
access to the pipe line for routine main-
tenance as well as emergency response.
The Federal Department of Trans-
portation, in response to various inci-
dents occurring in this region during the
last several years, has stepped up its
enforcement of inspections and mainte-
nance standards. The Williams Com-
pany line clearing project is intended to
comply with these regulations as set forth
by the Office of Pipe Line Safety. While
the removal of trees over the pipe line is
disturbing to many residents, the value of
these trees cannot compare with the value
placed upon the safety of Eagan's citi-
zens.
ITY BUSINESS
PARK SYSTEM PLAN UNDERWAY
The City of Eagan is beginning the process for developing a new long -range strategic
plan for the community's Park and Recreation System. The last such plan was completed
in 1983 and was intended to serve as a general planning document for the Clity's parks
system through the early 1990's.
In the past ten years, the City has acquired 500 acres of additional parkland;
developed a total of 28 new community, neighborhood and special use parks; and
established a well rounded delivery system for recreation programs, youth athletics, and
recreation services. The 1983 plan has also served as an important document from which
more than $700,000 of state and federal grant funding was made available to the City for
parkland expansion.
The new plan will address changes in the City's population and demographics during
the last ten years and will assess the current needs for parkland acquisition, facilities
development, recreation programming, and natural resources management. The planning
process is anticipated to begin in early summer of this year and will take between 10 to 12
months to complete. Members of the public, along with the Advisory Parks, Recreation and
Natural Resources Commission, and other civic organizations, will play an important role
in shaping the public policies, priorities, and strategies contained within the final plan. The
City is presently conducting interviews with several professional planning firms and
expects to announce the selection of a consultant in May.
Further information about the parks system plan will be made in the near future.
Persons having questions about the plan are encouraged to contact the Eagan Parks and
Recreation Department at 681 -4300, (TDD phone: 454- 8535).
EAGAN NIGHT AT THE DOME
The Eagan Jaycees are sponsoring
"Eagan Night at the Dome" on Wednes-
day, August 18, 1993 for that night's 7:05
p.m. baseball game between the Minnesota
Twins and the Kansas City Royals.
A $13 ticket includes reserved seat-
ing, transportation to and from the dome
and a free souvenir for all kids under 12. In
addition, kids between the ages of 9 and 12
are eligible to be selected as honorary bat
boy or girl (registration form below).
Game tickets may be purchased at Al
Bakers, Applebees, Cherokee Sirloin Room,
Chili's, Dougherty's, Fitz's, LaFonda's,
and the Mediterranean Cruise Restaurants,
NAME:
ADDRESS:
CITY:
PHONE NUMBER:
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as well as First Bank Town Centre, Signal
Bank Town Centre and First American
Bank Metro Cliff Lake. Buses will depart
from all the above listed restaurants as well
as the MTC Park and Ride at Yankee
Doodle and Pilot Knob Roads.
Watch your local papers for further
announcements. For more information,
please call the Eagan Chamber of Com-
merce at 452 -9872.
Registration Form for Honorary Bat Boy or Girl.
Return by July 15th to: Eagan Jaycees c/o Wand Industries, P.O. Box 21074, Eagan,
MN 55121
BETTER WATER QUALITY IN LAKES
BLACKHAWK PARK INCLUDES LAKE MANAGEMENT FEATURES
The construction of Blackhawk Park is well underway. The park design includes the
following features to help in the management of Blackhawk Lake:
1. A pond between Murphy Parkway and Blackhawk Lake was enlarged and
deepened to improve treatment of street runoff carried in storm sewers prior to discharge
to Blackhawk Lake. Almost 5,000 tons of bottom sediments rich in phosphorus (the
nutrient most responsible for lake water quality degradation) were removed from the pond
before they could reach the lake.
2. Small landings were graded on either side of the boardwalk to provide access to
all areas of the lake for weed harvesting and other in -lake treatments.
3. A site for an aerator was prepared on the south shoreline of the new boardwalk.
If water quality can be improved in the lake, an aerator may be installed in the future to
help gamefish survive the winter.
4. A new pond near the parking lot was created to treat runoff from some of the
parks's paved surfaces before it is discharged to the City storm sewer system.
In combination with the efforts of residents to reduce pollutant loadings to the storm
sewers feeding Blackhawk Lake, these features will help the City meet the needs of park
users.
COMPOSTING AND LAKE PROTECTION
Composting ofyard wastes is essential in helping residents and City of Eagan reduce
the flow of wastes to landfills. But proper location of that compost pile is important to
protect lakes as well. The most important rule to remember is this: never place your pile
in drainage swales or close to wetlands or lakes. Water that runs through or floods these
piles will carry away nutrients contained in the grass or leaves, creating problems for the
nearest wetland or lake.
City ordinances require that compost piles be located above the high water level of
the adjacent lake or wetland. If your compost pile has been flooded before, it's time to move
it to higher ground.
LAKE MONITORING VOLUNTEERS READY
For almost 30 residents of Eagan, it's time to take the canoe down from the rafters,
limber up the paddling arms, and get ready to venture onto their favorite City lake to help
develop a long -term record of its health.
They're part of a citizen lake monitoring network, a joint effort between the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the City of Eagan to establish a record of water
clarity trends for selected City lakes. Over the years, this data will provide vital clues to
help lake managers detect trends in water quality.
A recently completed water quality assessment of the Calhoun- Harriet -Lake of the
Isles chain by the Minneapolis Parks Board proves the point. The only sustained long -term
water quality information available was a record of over 20 years of summer water clarity
data for Lake Harriet, thanks to the efforts of a single volunteer.
Some of Eagan's volunteers, like Mark Ochs (monitoring Heine Pond) and Bob
Sandeen (Carlson Lake), are beginning their fourth year of data collection. For others, like
Jamie Storland, this year will be their first. But with the continued personal interest shown
by every volunteer, each is making a valuable contribution to the future management of
Eagan's lakes.
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THE CITY OF EAGAN IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER
THE MESSAGE
THAT WORKS •
Stenciling the following message
near the grated storm sewer openings in the
street and distributing interpretive
doorhangers to neighborhood residents are
simple and effective ways to help protect
lakes. The message is simple: Storm
sewers drain directly to lakes and ponds,
and residents can help improve lake water
quality by following a few simple rules.
KEEP POLLUTANTS OUT
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DRAINS '11) LAKE
Last year, Eagan became the first
community in the state to try this public
education tool, but the idea is now catching
on rapidly across Minnesota.
If you'd like to help protect nisi
favorite lake or pond, contact the WaW
Resources Coordinator at 681 - 4300. The
City will provide all materials, doorhangers,
safety equipment, and directions for sten-
ciling if you and your family, neighbors, or
civic organization can devote a few hours
to stenciling and doorhanger distribution.
The City of Eagan is committed
to the policy that all persons have
equal access to its programs, services,
facilities and employment
without regard to race, color, cree4,
religion, national origin, sex, disabil-
ity,, age, marital status or status with
regard to public assistance.
ASH YELLOWS
DISEASE
There may be a new storm on the
horizon in terms of tree diseases. A still
poorly understood disease called Ash Yel-
lows is currently killing ash trees in several
locations in the metro area. Green Ash, the
most common ash species, is thought to be
intermediate in susceptibility while White
Ash appears to be the most susceptible.
Trees affected by Ash Yellows may
show any combination of the following
symptoms:
-- groupings of small branches
(witches brooms) on the trunk and major
limbs,
- -small and sometimes chlorotic
leaves (pale green or yellow),
-- simple leaves on witches brooms
rather than the normal compound leaves,
-- reduction in overall growth,
- -branch die back,
-- vertical cracks in the bark at the
tree's base
Unfortunately, the method of Ash
llows spread is still unknown. And,
hile all infected trees will eventually suc-
cumb to the disease, some trees may live for
many years. Landscape practices which
reduce plant stress, principally watering,
may extend the life of infected trees. Until
further information is available on Ash
Yellows, use of ash trees in the landscape
should be approached with caution.
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.
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).
Auxiliary aids for persons with '
disabilities participating in City activi-
ties will be provided upon advance
notice of at least 96 hours. If a notice of
less: than 96 hours is received, the City
will attempt to provide such aid.
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OAK WILT DISEASE
Oak Wilt Disease is responsible for killing large numbers of oaks in Minnesota each
year. The problem is particularly evident in Eagan where oak trees are a dominant part
of the natural landscape.
Beginning this year, the City Forestry Division will institute a more aggressive Oak
Wilt suppression program than in past years. By using aerial photography and increased
on- ground tree inspection, the City will be able to more accurately identify diseased trees
and infection sites. Once the aerial photography and assessment is completed, the City will
be examining alternative policies and programs to effectively abate and control Oak Wilt
disease on both public and private property.
For the homeowner, Oak Wilt is easily identified in Red Oaks by the rapid wilting
of affected trees. These infected oaks are usually completely wilted two weeks after the
symptoms first appear. Trees wilt from the top down, while the individual leaves wilt from
the margins toward the base. White oaks are more resistant to the disease than are red oaks
and often survive for many years after infection.
Oak Wilt is caused by a fungus. This fungus can be spread in two ways:
1) Most of the spread of Oak Wilt occurs underground via grafted root systems. Root
grafting is very common where trees are growing close together. However, trees as much
as 50 feet apart may also be grafted.
2) Overland spread of the fungus is usually caused by insects, primarily picnic
beetles. Picnic beetles carry the disease from infected to non - infected trees, gaining access
through fresh pruning wounds. Spread of infection can occur from April through July.
The key to stopping the spread of Oak Wilt is to disrupt root grafts that occur between .
healthy and diseased trees. These root graft barriers can be accomplished using a vibratory
plow or trencher. Root graft barriers are far more important than tree removal in preventing
the spread of this disease. In fact, removing newly diseased trees without first disrupting
their root grafts may actually accelerate the spread of Oak Wilt to surrounding trees through
the still intact roof grafts.
Overland spread by insects can be prevented by not wounding (pruning) trees from
April 1 to July 1. If wounding is unavoidable, a non -toxic tree wound dressing should be
applied immediately after wounding. Winter is the optimal time of year to prune oaks since
the Picnic Beetles are inactive.
As a further precaution, infected Red Oaks on which spores may form should be
eliminated by debarking, burning, burying, or wrapping in 4-6 mil plastic until July 1.
Wilting, or recently wilted, trees must not be moved in any form (including firewood) to
areas where oak wilt is not present.
Eagan homeowners who have further questions about Oak Wilt or its identification
are encouraged to contact the Eagan City Forester at 681 -4300. (TDD phone: 454- 8535.)
Information can also be obtained through the University of Minnesota Extension Service
in Dakota County by calling 463 -3302.
CITY FORESTRY BROCHUR
The Eagan Forestry Department
has recentlY published the last two i n a
series of six forestry brochures. These
free! brochures are intended to provide
Eagan residents with information on land
scaling, tree care, and environmental
conservation. The complete list of avail-
ablebrochures (with the two newest listed
fi rst) are:.
--Tree Planting for Energy Con-
servation
- Landscaping for il!ildl ife
- -T rees in Our Environment
Planning the Residential Land-
tape
--Planting
—Dealing with (Home: Landscape
Problems
These brochures cover a wide range
.,!
of topics including landscape design, se-
lecting plant, materials, pruning and car-
ing for new trees, treating common insect':;
and disease problems, and avoiding too
damage during construction
Copies 'ofthe free
forestrybrcicliu:tes
may be obtained at the Eagan Municipal
Center or by contacting the Eagan; For.;
estry
Division 681.43011 t l phone:
454 - 85351. .
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MEREDITH CABLE: THE CITY'S
NEW CABLE OPERATOR
Last summer the City approved the
transfer of cable ownership from Hauser
Communications to Meredith/New Heri-
tage Partnership. The new owners waited
until May 1 to unveil its new name --
Meredith Cable. The change in ownership
did not affect the former company's (Cable
TV North Central) management, opera-
tions, nor the City's franchise. If you need
to contact Meredith Cable you may reach
them at the existing customer service num-
ber, 483 -9999.
BURNSVILLE /EAGAN PUBLIC
ACCESS PRODUCTIONS
HONORED
At the recent 1993 Minnesota Com-
munity Television Awards seven public
access programs, produced at the
Burnsville/Eagan access facility, received
statewide distinction as the best production
in their respective categories. The seven
awards were bestowed to six local produc-
ers whose programs can be seen on TV33,
the communities' public access channel.
TV33 features a diverse mixture of locally
produced programming, with many of the
shows spotlighting local events, issues and
citizens. For more information on how you
can become involved in public access, call
894 -9613; or you can simply watch award
winning programs seven days a week on
TV33.
HOW DO THE NEW CABLE
REGULATIONS AFFECT EAGAN
CABLE SUBSCRIBERS?
Last October, Congress enacted into
law The Cable Consumer Protection and
Competition Act of 1992. As the title
indicates, the act was aimed at protecting
and improving the cable consumers' ser-
vices and increasing competition. As part
of the act, Congress mandated the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) to
conduct 24 rulemaking procedures that
would establish the regulation standards
for cable television. Of these standards,
rate regulation has garnered the most inter-
est.
On April 1, the FCC issued an eleven
page news release which set the parameters
Meetingplayback times
\ programming schedules
CITY OF EAGAN PUBLIC MEETIN
TELEVISION SC
subject
O
S
The City of Eagan eablecasts its meeti ngs on the Government Access Channel
#I6 The following is a listing of the monthly proms schedule
CITY COUNCIL Cablecast Live ist & 3rd'Tuesday'
Reeablecast Next Darr, Weds.
Recablecast Next Day, ;Weds.
PARK & REC Cablecast Live lst Thirst y
COMNIISSION Recablecast Next Day, Friday
Recablecast Next Day, �' > day
CABI I Cablecast Live 2nd Thursday
COMMISSION Recablecast Next Day, Friday
Recablecast Next Day, Friday
Cablecast Live 4th Tuesday
Recablecast Next Day, Weds
Recablecast.. Next Day, Weds
PLANNING
COMMISSION
Cablecast Live 2nd Tuesday X
RELATIONS Recablecast Next Day, Weds, ! 1
COMMITTEE Recablecast Next Day, Weds
7 :00 p m'
NOON
30; p.m.
ochange please check Ct Channel 16forcurren
6:30 p.m.
10:30 a.m.
3:00 p.m.
7 :O0 p.m.
NOON
5:30 p.m
1030 am.
5:00 p.m.
p.m.
030m
5:00 p.m.
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for rate regulation. However, the FCC elk
not issue the "formula" that actually Wir
termines the rates for basic cable service
and the other programming services. Once
the FCC publishes the Report and Order,
the City's staff and Cable Commission will
be reviewing its relevance to the City's
cable operation. It appears that it will be at
least several months before the City is able
to determine how the new regulations will
impact the City and our cable consumers.
In the meantime, if you have any
questions or comments regarding the regu-
lation of cable television, or any other
issues pertaining to cable tv, you may con-
tact the City's cable coordinator at 681-
4608.
VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
The Retired Senior Volunteer Pro-
gram (RSVP) provides opportunities for
continued learning and growing. RS
helps persons age 60 and over expl
volunteer positions in over 200 non -profit
educational, cultural, and human service
organizations in Eagan and surrounding
areas.
Become a
Retired Senior
Volunteer
RSVP Retired
Senior Volunteer
Program
In the Greater St. Paul
area call 221 -2820.
RSVP is a national program founded
in 1971. Local sponsorship is provided by
St. Paul- Ramsey Medical Center. Limited
travel and meal reimbursement, reco
lion, and free supplemental insuranc
available.
For information call Carol Thomp-
son at 221 -2820.
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C
T.
CATS
Since cats have become our number
one pet, I'd like to say a few words about
them. (While I've always been a dog lover,
I also own two very intelligent cats named
D'Con and White Cloud.) Cats are very
independent and curious creatures. Cats
are easy to care for and cost very little to
feed. However, some cat owners feel that
cats should be free agents, allowed to roam
free. This has made both non -cat and other
cat owners angry.
Cats can create numerous problems.
I receive calls regarding cats in sandboxes,
vegetable and flower gardens, bird feeders,
garbage, shrubs and under sheds, cats spray-
ing people's windows and walking on
people's cars.
Today, I had lunch with a friend.
who told me about her husband cleaning
out the brick planter in front of their home.
In the planter he found what he thought
* ere some unusual bulbs, brought them
to the house and asked my friend what
kind of bulbs she had planted last year. Yes,
it was cat toilet.
There is a leashing law for cats as
well as dogs in the City of Eagan to prevent
this type of unhygenic nuisance. The City
does pick up cats who are on the prowl.
Unfortunately, lastyearourCity impounded
154 cats, 118 went to the humane society
and 18 were destroyed. You, the taxpayer,
paid for this. (Twenty-four were returned
to owners.)
DOGS
I recently received a letter from an
irate citizen of the City who was angry that
she could not walk, run or ride her bike in
her neighborhood because there was dog
�
x crement on the sidewalks. To ride or
alk along this area, she had to put up with
excrement on her shoes, bike tires, pants
and her jacket. This problem was created
CATS AND DOGS - FRIENDS OR NUISANCES?
By Kathleen Gilbertson
Animal Control Officer
because people walking their dogs allowed
the dogs to defecate and did not clean up
after them.
There is a City ordinance that states
a dog cannot defecate on public or private
property of another. The woman wanted to
know what animal control could do about
this problem. I told her I would attempt to
educate residents about this problem
through the City newsletter. I would also
patrol the area more frequently. I asked her
to get me the address of anybody seen not
picking up after their dogs and I told her I
would meet with these people and advise
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SUMMERTIME
Your library has great plans for you and your family this summer! Children .>
►o are ai lc to read on their own can join the Summer leading Club beginning June
7, and children whet haven't begun readingyet are invited to join the Read -To- e
Club Thisyear's theme is "S:arringLibra yKids " Exciting and wonderful things
are being planned; to provide enjoyment for club;members and at the same time m
inspire a lave of reading youi< g readers Pi tip a sum er'schedule of eve nts
whichlists dates and times of activities such as musical performers, movies, Jugglers:
live animals, magicians; storytellers and a baseball card collecting progra m A patty :
for all members will be held in August.
Also, it's not too early to start planning for the annual Children's Craft Fair
scheduled;for August 2 on the library lawn. Th f air will bigger than ever so plan
to;reserve space to display _ .
1 :00pm
A REMINDERI
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You can . renew most materials<by dialing 452 6666
Yoti can .. ; access the library's catalog from a modem by'd�altng 452 -6008
You; can learn'more about your library and;its services by joining ; an
informal tour groupbetween 9 :00and 10:00 a.m an thefirst Saturda h
You can ... become a libraryvolunteer and sgenda.Iittle or a!lotoft mehelping
with many pro ects in your library
You;tan place a hold on library materials using the library terminals
"You can be a Iiibrary donor with gifts ofbooks or money, or memorials to
individuals or organizations
You; can rent a best seller for S 15 per;day
You;can get a library card FREE, that;gives
the metro area • and most libraries in the s tate
SUMMER HOURS
Your Wescott Library in the Cit open 5,7 hours weekto serve
you, Monday through Thai day l :00 a.m 108:30 p m , Friday and Satur
�from1000a.m to530pm
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them. (I also recommended that she write
a letter to the judges requesting stronger
fines for these individuals.)
To those inconsiderate residents who
are creating this nuisance, remember,
ANIMAL CONTROL IS ON THE
PROWL.
SANDBOXES
Just a reminder. For your
ch ildren's safety, please keep sand-
boxes covered to prevent their use as
litter boxes by neighborhood cats who
may carry toxoplasmosis.
One ofthegreatpleasures ofsummer
is eating and cooking outdoors with family
and friends. The popularity of this activity
is attested to by the great number and
variety of outdoor grills or "barbecues"
being sold each year.
Such grills can be fun to cook on and
provide delicious food, but they can also be
dangerous. None of them are foolproof,
and all should be handled with care.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) when
used to fire a home barbecue is contained
under pressure in a steel cylinder. The
contents of an LPG cylinder, vaporized and
in a confined area, has the explosive force
of several sticks of dynamite. Therefore,
the wise user of LPG will be aware of the
dangers involved and the precautions that
must be taken to avoid accidents.
No LPG burner should ever be ig-
nited until the following steps are taken:
- -Read the manufacturer's instruc-
tions and be sure you thoroughly under-
stand them.
- -Do not transport LPG cylinders in
the trunk of a passenger vehicle. A filled
The Eagan Volunteer Fire Depart-
ment Fire Prevention Program is asking
area businesses and residents for donations
to secure funding to purchase a fire safety
trailer which would be used strictly to
educate adults and children on what they
would need to know to successfully escape
a burning house. What would you do if
your family had a fire? Would you or your
children know the proper procedure to exit
a burning home?
This fire prevention measure would
give an opportunity to practice various
"hands -on" exercises. Inside the trailer
there is a simulated bedroom where
firefighters can teach children fire escape
skills in a "realistic setting, using electri-
cally operated smoked detectors and non-
toxic smoke which gives the effect of an
actual fire. " As the artificial smoke comes
into the room, children will learn the ac-
tions needed to escape a fire. The smoke is
BARBECUE SAFETY
cylinder should always be transported in
an upright position on the floor of a vehicle
with all windows open. Remove the cylin-
der from the vehicle as soon as possible.
- -Never leave acylinderin a parked
vehicle.
—Use the proper size wrench to make
sure that all connections are tight. Remem-
ber: Fittings on flammable gas cylinders
have left -hand threads, requiring effort in
a counterclockwise direction to tighten.
To make sure that connections are tight,
apply a soapy solution to detect leaks. If
any bubbles are produced, the connections
must be tightened further.
- -Make sure that grease is not al-
lowed to drip on the hose or cylinders.
- -Never let children use a gas-fired
barbecue.
- -Never use a gas-fired barbecue in-
side any structure.
- -Never store any LPG cylinder- -
attached to the barbecue or spares -- inside
any part of a structure, including porches
and balconies.
- -Store cylinders, including those at-
tached to barbecues, outdoors in a shaded,
cool area out of direct sunlight.
EAGAN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT IS
GOING ALL OUT FOR FIRE EDUCATION
used strictly for a dramatic affect and is
removed through a ventilation system.
Other features of the trailer include a
911 programmed telephone system. The
system would allow children to practice
calling the emergency number to learn
what questions will be asked of them and
what information is needed to give the
dispatcher in the event of a real emergency
at their home. Opposite the living room is
full -size kitchen where safety tips will be
offered on how to avoid cooking fires and
burns from scalding tap water.
The 28 foot -long, I2-foot-high trailer
is mobile. It will enable the fire prevention
program to be taken directly to the children
at schools, shopping centers, churches, day
care centers, area parks in the City, the
library, and even birthday parties (upon
request). It also focuses on actions children
can take to prevent fires and burns before
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they happen. The cost of this fire safety
trailer is approximately $30,000.
If the Eagan Volunteer Fire Depart-
ment is successful in obtaining the neces-
sary funds, the trailer would be used
throughout the entire City. Fire preven-
tion is year- round, not just during Fire
Prevention Week in October and needs to
be a part of everyday life. It is hoped that
by practicing fire safety tips in the realistic
home setting provided by the trailer, chil-
dren will know what to do to save them-
selves should they be faced with the horror
of a real fire at home.
Any donation that you could give
towards the purchase of this very valuable
fire prevention measure would be greatly
appreciated. If you would like to make
donation or have any questions, please fell.
free to contact Dave Childers, Fire Preven-
tion Officer, by calling 681 -4625, exten-
sion 553.
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Charcoal
Although charcoal may sound less
dangerous than LP gas, it is just as neces-
sary to take precautions in using charcoal
burners.
—Never use charcoal barbecues in an
enclosed space. Combustion of charcoal
emits carbon monoxide gas, which --even
in small quantities --can cause injury or
death.
- -Once a fire has been started never
add starter fluid. Fire may follow the
stream of fluid back to the container, caus-
ing an explosion and scattering flaming
liquid.
- -Use great caution in disposing of
the ashes. Ashes may contain live coals
which can start a fire if not disposed of
properly. The safest method is to wet ashes
thoroughly with water before emptying the
barbecue.
Follow these precautions and enjoy
outdoor eating in health, happiness and
good weather.
Don't be tempted by a rainy day
use outdoor cooking equipment inside
not even in a garage or on a porch or
balcony.
HER Highlights
Eagan Recycling Program
THANK You
EAGAN RESIDENTS
Through recycling efforts in 1992, Eagan resi-
dents recycled 21% of wastes generated (4736
tons of glass, cans, newspapers, cardboard,
appliances, used auto oil, etc). This figure does
not include the yard waste that was composted
or left on lawns. You surpassed our 16%
abatement goal by 1400 tons.
Part of the success is due to increased partici-
pation on a weekly and monthly basis as well as
O n increase in the amount of materials set out
for recycling. Residents are recycling more
materials. Currently, in the City of Eagan Recy-
cling Program residents have the opportunity
to recycle plastic bottles with a neck, glass
food and beverage containers, metal food and
beverage containers, newspapers, corrugated
cardboard, magazines and catalogs at the curb
or at multi - family building collection points.
Please watch for the next Recycling Program
Information Card at your door this month. The
card indicates the accepted materials and set
out instructions for the collection program as
well as yard care tips for a healthier more
environmentally friendly lawn this year.
Thank you again for your efforts,
you are leading the way in
• Dakota County!
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May 1993
To help expand source reduction efforts within
city operations, the City of Eagan is one of six
participants involved in a year long pilot pro-
gram underway in Dakota County. Dakota
County received a grant from the Minnesota
Office of Waste Management to conduct a pilot
project to evaluate potential source reduction
activities in the commercial and local govern-
ment sectors.
Reduce 3
then recycle
The project centers on source reduction of
waste. The primary objective is avoiding the
production of waste, not recycling. It focuses
on becoming Tess wasteful in order to save
both financial and natural resources. Over the
next eight months, team members will be
working on the main components of the project
which include: developing an organizational
strategy, researching changes in purchasing
and operating procedures, making decisions
about changes to implement, implementing
changes and finally, tracking changes and
writing results. Our findings will be part of the
County's overall report and will act as a case
study for others in our state and possibly
nationwide.
SOLID WASTE WATCHER
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Spring cleanup of the lawn end garden
may have already begun for maay resi-
dents. We want to shore some impor-
tant information regarding eariroamea-
telly sound yard care practices for
today and throughout the year.
Use fertilisers Responsibly
• Determine your lawn's nutritional need before
applying fertilizer. Get a soil test kit by calling the
Eagan Water
Resources Coordi-
nator at 681 -4300.
There will be a
small fee for the
service.
• Avoid excessive
and early spring
fertilization.
• Use low phos-
phorous fertilizer.
Follow label directions for application. A phospho-
rous content of 3% or less is usually adequate for
all but new lawns. Follow this guideline if you do
not have your soil tested.
• Apply 1/4 -1/2 inch of water after applying fertil-
izer.
• Keep fertilizer sprays and pellets off pavement.
Rain or lawn sprinkling will wash fertilizer off the
driveway or sidewalks and into the storm sewer.
• Don't fertilize before a heavy rain.
Use Proper Waterloo Practices
• Most lawns need 1/2 -1 inch of water per week
during cool or warm weather and 1 -2 inches during
hot or windy weather.
• Water when needed, not
on a set schedule.
• Water deeply and infre-
quently.
• Water early in the morning
to prevent Toss of moisture to
high winds and evaporation.
Don't leg your Cress
There are many advantages to you, your lawn and
the environment by leaving grass clippings on the
lawn.
Mow faster- cutting less of the grass leaf, not
continually emptying a bag, and using a charper
blade all contributre to mowing speed and ease.
• Reduce Fertilizing - mulched grass clippings
decompose quickly adding nitrogen, phosphorous
and potassium to the lawn naturally.
• Reduce Wastes - yard waste is banned
from Minnesota Landfills. There are costs
-
` \ involved in transporting materials to
composting facilities and the plastic bags
used in the process are an additional waste
which needs to be handled.
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• Place sprinkers to avoid watering hard surfaces
like driveways. This will help prevent oil, dirt, and
other debris from washing into the storm sewer.
de Careful with Pesticides
• Use pesticides sparingly. Pesticide use can be
reduced by "spot spraying" problem areas rather
than treating your entire lawn. This practice will
also save money.
• Avoid applying pesticides to hard surfaces.
Employ Sound Lawn Core Techniques
• Keep lawn clippings and leaves off streets.
• Leave grass height to 2 to 3 inches. Your lawn
will withstand heat stress better and need less
water. This will discourage growth of crabgrass
and other annual weeds.
• Quickly sod or seed new
construction sites. By
stabilizing these sites
immediately, you will
prevent sediment from
entering the storm sewer
system and lakes.
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Home Composting
Home composting can be an
effective and environmentally
.und method of dealing with
yard waste as well as a source
of beneficial soil amendments for
the homeowner. However, a
mismanaged or improper com-
post pile can become a nuisance
through unsightliness, odor, or providing food and
shelter for vermin.
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To help ensure that backyard composting in Eagan
is an environmentally and aesthetically sound
process, the City Council passed an ordinance
regulating the structure, location, materials and
maintenance of backyard composting. The ordi-
nance outlines compost practices that will reduce
the likelihood of nuisance problems among neigh-
bors while servng as a guide for successful
composting. For more information or to receive a
copy of the ordinance please call the Eagan Recy-
cling Coordinator at 681 -4600.
•ive Essentials for Saccessfa
Nome Composting
Composting is a natural process in which microor-
ganisms and other soil fauna feed on organic
matter, breaking it down into a cushiony humus.
Carbon, nitrogen, water, oxygen, and microorgan-
isms are the five essential ingredients for successful
composting.
Energy Feed (Corgbea)
Like carbohydrates which provide energy for
people, carbon is energy food for the microor-
ganisms that work in the compost pile. Leaves,
straw and wood chips are carbon -rich materials.
the Wort Force (miereergeaisms,
insects, cad earth worms)
As the temperature of a pile increases due to
microbial activity, different types of bacteria go to
work digesting the material. They are all essential
� the process, so it is critical that the pile reaches
130 to 160 degrees in the center. Finally, as the
pile cools, insects that help break down the organic
matter move in, along with earth worms, to help
complete the process of changing yard waste into
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Protein
Nitrogen provides protein that the microorgan-
isms need to break down carbon food and
create the compost. Green grass, fresh garden
waste or weeds are sources of nitrogen.
Water
Like all organisms, the microbes that produce
compost need water. When moisture is
required, add it throughout the pile by inserting a
garden hose into the middle of the pile in several
places. Be careful not oversaturate.
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Oxygen
Microbes that need oxygen (aerobic) are
preferable to those that do not (anaerobic).
Both produce compost, but the anaerobic ones also
produce nasty odors. Encourage and invigorate
aerobic microbes by turning your pile for quick,
complete composting.
Yard Waste Compost facility
Empire /SMC Compost Services began operating an
interim compost facility just south of the Eagan
Municipal Center (Pilot Knob Rd. and Wescott) on
April 15. Empire /SMC will be operating a perma-
nent site on Yankee Doodle Rd. and Elrene Rd.
beginning in mid -May.
The site hours are:
Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 :30 p.m.
Sunday -1 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Materials accepted include:
grass, leaves, prunings, tree waste and stumps
Fees:
• de- bagged grass or leaves and prunings Tess than
1' in diameter $.50 /bag or $3.75 cubic yard
• brush only - $7.50 cubic yard (1" diameter or
more)
• stumps and trees - $15 cubic yard (trees less
than ten feet)
Finished compost and mulch is available for a fee.
The permanent site is due to open in mid -May with
the same hours and days of operation. For more
information please call Empire /SMC Compost
Services at 322 -2622.
RECYCLED CONTENT FACT: PAPER
ARE YOU AWARE THAT RECYCLED
PAPER IS MANUFACTURED INTO MORE THAN
200 DIFFERENT TYPES OF NEW PRODUCTS?
ACCORDING TO THE 1992 RECYCLED PRODUCTS GUIDE (RPG), THESE PRODUCTS RANGE FROM
ADDING MACHINE ROLLS TO CARBONLESS FORMS, FROM EXPANDING FILES TO FOOD SERVICE
TRAYS, FROM INSLUATION TO MAILING LABELS, FROM PALLETS TO TISSUE TO WALL PANELS.
ASK YOUR VENDORS AT WORK ABOUT THESE RECYCLED- CONTENT PRODUCTS.
REMEMBER, YOU'RE NOT REALLY RECYCLING UNLESS YOU'RE BUYING RECYCLED.
Begin commitment to buying
recycled this Earth Month
The celebration of Earth Month in April gives us a
chance to focus on what we each can do to reduce
pollution and save resources.
An excellent way to do that is to make a commitment
to buying recycled.
Recycling is a three -step process that begins when
people set recycleables out at the curb or take them
to a drop -off location, or when businesses establish
collection programs for their employees. After
materials are separated, they must by reprocessed
and purchased by manufacturers for use in making
new products. Then, these new products must be
purchased by consumers and businesses. Only then
is the recycling loop complete.
Recycled Products Plentiful
In the past, recycled products were difficult to find.
That is no longer true. More and more products
made from recycled paper, plastic, glass and metal,
as well as recycled wood, rubber and chemical
products, such as motor oil and anti - freeze, are
widely available.
Recycled products also used to be more expensive
than virgin ones. That, too has changed. Although
some recycled products still do cost more than their
virgin counterparts, in most cases costs for recycled -
content produts are competitive.
Some of these products, such as bathroom tissue,
carpeting, polyfill for coats, cereal boxes, glass jars,
beverage cans and others have been using recycled
materials for years without making a point of it.
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Closing
the Loop •
Many recycled- content products are labeled as such
so consumers can easily choose recycled products.
Recycling mill scrap - putting the waste from produc-
tion back into the process at the factory - has long
been a common practice in manufacturing. Products
containing mill scrap have pre- consumer recycled
content. This recycling is good, but it doesn't help
community and business recycling programs suc-
ceed.
Materials that have been used by someone and then
separated for recycling are called post- consumer
materials - things such as office paper, jam jars, •
plastic pop bottles, etc. Products using these materi-
als have post- consumer content.
Post - consumer labeling
A new law in Minnesota requires that recycled -
content labels state the percentage of post- consumer
content in the product or package. Choosing prod-
ucts and packaging with the highest percentage of
post- consumer content is one way everyone can help
close the recycling loop. In this way, consumers and
businesses can help maintain the cost - effectiveness
of recycling programs and encourage manufacturers
to use more post- consumer materials in their prod-
ucts. You'II also be conserving resources.
Complete Recycling Loop
Minnesota has one of the best recycling rates in the
country. Make it your commitment this Earth Month
and everyday to seek out and buy products with the
highest percentage of post- consumer content you
can find. You'II be supporting your local recycling
program, helping to encourage more use of recycled
materials in manufacturing, and conserving precious •
natural resources.
By Diane Wesman, Director
Minnesota Office of Waste Management
The Resource, April -May, 1993