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WinterCITY OF EAGAN 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 EAGAN NEWS EMBER 1988 ume 11 No. 4 Phone: 454 -8100 THE LONE OAK TREE....THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY 1989 CITY BUDGET Preparation of the 1989 budget for the City of Eagan is presently in the final review stage. The City Council has been working on the budget since last summer. Special workshop sessions were li ld by the Council during the sum - er and fall months to draft the budget. A public hearing was held September 19 to receive public input on the budget design and the levy cer- tification for 1989 was set at the Oc- tober 6 City Council meeting. Taking into consideration the growth rate of the City of Eagan, the Council has attempted to be conserva- tive in the budget process and to fund those measures which will maintain a constant level of services for the com- munity. The 1989 proposed general fund budget totals $10,495,780. The budget will be available in early January for public inspection at the Municipal Center. Until that time, anyone with questions regarding the budget should contact the office of the City Administrator at 4548100. COMMUNITY CENTER UPDATE The City Council has set February 14, 1989 as the date for a bond referen- dum for a proposed Community Center for Eagan residents. Planning for the family recreation facility has progressed recently as the space needs requirement and concept plan for the proposed facility has been reviewed with the assistance of the Citizens Reaction Committee. The committee is comprised of Eagan residents repre- senting different interests and various geographical areas of the City. The facility is planned to include a swimming pool, an ice rink, a gym- nasium and community meeting and ac- tivity rooms. Special issues of the City newsletter are planned for after the holidays. These editions will contain detailed facts concerning the plans for the facility, what it will contain and the cost to the City. *A special edition of "Eagan Up- date" will be broadcast in December and will bring the Community Center concept plans into your home so that you can see what is proposed to be in- cluded in this family recreation facility. Watch for this 30 minute presentation on your local cable station, Channel 33, Mondays, December 12 and 19, at 7:00 p.m., or Wednesdays, December 14, 21 and 28, at 8:30 p.m. Additional updates will be taped in December and broadcast during January and early February. HOLIDAY HOURS Eagan City Offices will observe the following schedule during the up- coming holiday season. Offices will be open the regular hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon- day through Friday, except for Friday, December 23, when the offices will close at noon, and Monday, December 26, and Monday, January 2, 1989, when offices will be closed the entire day. In case of emergency, the Police Department is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. CITY OF EAGAN Mayor: Vic Ellison Councilmembers: Thomas Egan Dave Gustafson Pam McCrea Ted Wachter EAGAN CURBSIDE RECYCLING PROGRAM TO BEGIN MARCH 13, 1989 RECYCLING PROGRAM TO BEGIN Eagan residents will be able to recycle beverage cans, glass and newsprint at the curb in front of their homes beginning on March 13, 1989. That is the day when refuse haulers for single family detached, duplex and fourplex homes must begin to provide such service for their customers. The program will be voluntary for resi- dents, but the City would like all resi- dents to participate in this important program. WHY SHOULD WE RECYCLE? Recycling has been mandated by the Minnesota Legislature as a means of reducing demands on area landfills which are rapidly being filled. For this reason, landfill rates are rising rapidly and individual refuse bills will rise as well. As a means of conservation, recy- cling also allows the reuse of valuable resources and reduces the need for often scarce raw materials. To encourage recycling participa- tion, the City will make it as easy and attractive to recycle as possible. Begin- ning in February, the City will dis- tribute curbside recycling containers to homeowners to provide a convenient means to separate recyclables and place them at the curb. The City is also requiring that refuse haulers offer volume -based fees to their customers so that those who produce less waste as a result of recycling should be able to take advantage of lower disposal costs. If the possibility of lowering your refuse bill is not enough, the City will also be offering a Recycling Lottery in the first years of the program to raise community awareness. A residential address will be chosen at random each week and if the household has set out recyclables that week, the homeowner will win $100. If not, the prize will ac- cumulate until there is a winner. Programs in other cities have shown that it is easiest for residents to participate in recycling programs if all materials are collected on the same day. Therefore, the City has estab- lished three daily hauling districts in which recyclables, refuse and yard waste will be collected on the same day each week. These districts apply to all neighborhoods of single family detached, duplex and fourplex homes. To find out which district you are in, refer to the accompanying article. HOW DO WE RECYCLE? Recycling is simply a matter of changing the way one disposes of waste. Just remember to make a choice when throwing things away. Ask yourself whether the thing you are about to discard is recyclable. If not, handle it the way you have in the past. If it is, simply place it in a grocery bag or the City- provided recylable con- tainer. The City is requiring that haulers collect a minimum of three materials: aluminum and steel beverage cans, glass and newsprint. Beverage cans include pull-top cans such as pop and beer cans. At the present time, food cans are not in- cluded in the program. Beverage cans should be rinsed before disposal. Glass includes clear, green and brown bottles and jars, but excludes plate glass, mirrors and ceramics. Glass should be rinsed and have lids, caps and metal rings removed. Do not break glass containers so that they may be separated by color. Cans and glass should be placed in their respective containers and newsprint should be placed in grocery bags or tied in bundles for ease of handling. On your collection day, place the containers on the curb with the newsprint bundle on top. It's easy. WHAT IF CURBSIDE RECYCLING IS NOT AVAILABLE TO ME? Refuse haulers operating in Eagan will be required to make recyclable col- lection available to all single family detached, duplex and fourplex homes. If your hauler fails to do so, contact Eagan City Hall for assistance. If you live in a townhome, con- dominium or apartment with more than four units per building, future phases of the Eagan Recycling Program will make recycling easier for you. In the meantime, you can still recycle. Simply separate materials as described and take them to one of the recycling sites listed on the next page. CAN 1 CONTINUE TO USE DROP - OFF CENTERS? Curbside recycling is available to you as a convenient service, but it is not mandatory. If you wish to redeem 2 your recyclables or contribute them • a scout, church or service organization program, you may. Any way you reduce, reuse or recycle your wastes helps the program. HOW CAN 1 LEARN MORE? The City will be publicizing the program much more as March 13 ap- proaches. Instructions will be dis- tributed with the containers. If you want to know more and you just can- not wait, call Eagan City Hall at 454- 8100 and ask for the Recycling Program. CITY FORMS RESIDENTIAL REFUSE AND RECYCLING DISTRICTS The Eagan City Council recently approved a plan which will require all refuse, recyclables and yard waste to be collected on the same day of the week in residential neighborhoods. The daily hauling districts are a con tion of license for all haulers se single family detached, duplex and fourplex households. These haulers may only operate in the districts on the days assigned, unless an observed holiday falls within the week. Monday: West of Lexington Avenue North of Diffley Road Wednesday: West of Lexington Avenue South of Diffley Road Friday: East of Lexington Avenue Homeowners can continue to choose which hauler they use. A map illustrating the districts appears below. 1 ............................................... ..............................: Church, .4030:: Pilot : IK iii?b Roa I Ea:an Trailer ,...NEW SPAPERS `BAGGED �}R: `i AZINES.. : USEHOLD::G CSaIlICr ....... ........... 1. . Mira ........:...:.:.......:.:..:..:.....:..... ............................... GLASS::: &::PLAS DROP O: • "RL;TGA:4'tr:ll` :�AIZD$OAI2D:: >:: r. RiN'T _ for: Disvosal: n ormation :646: S14AL ::ELECTRI ........... ..:....:....................... ..IANCES CLOTI • kC • ADVISORY COMMISSION OPENINGS Interested residents are encouraged to apply for positions on the City's Ad- visory Planning Commission, Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission, the Joint Burnsville/Eagan Cable Communications Commission, the Airport Relations Committee, and the Gun Club Lake Watershed Management Organization. A number of appointments will be made to each commission/committee. ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION The Advisory Planning Commission meets the fourth Tuesday of each month to review development plans and make recommendations to the City Council. ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION The Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission meets the first Thursday of each month to advise the City Council regarding park dedication by developers, purchase of additional park land, development . of existing park land and City recreation programs. CABLE COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION The Cable Communications Commission meets the second Thursday of each month to oversee the administration of the Joint Burnsville/Eagan Cable Television System. AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMITTEE The Airport Relations Committee regularly meets the second Wednesday of each month to review airport issues within the City of Eagan and to recommend airport related policy to the City Council. Residents from airport noise affected neighborhoods and representatives from the business community are especially en- couraged to apply to this committee. GUN CLUB LAKE WMO The purpose of this organization is to preserve and use natural water storage and retention within the Gun Club Lake Watershed, which includes the City of Eagan, to meet the purposes set forth in the Surface Water Management Act. APPLICATION PROCEDURE Present appointees to commissions and committees may apply for reappoint- ment and will be given consideration along with all other applicants by the City Council Residents of Eagan who wish to apply for one of the above positions should submit a letter expressing their interest to the City Administrator, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122, before December 31, 1988. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the evening of January 10, 1989 and appointments will be considered at the 1989 organizational meeting of the City Council scheduled for January 17, 1989. CHIEF OF POLICE RETIRES Chief of Police Jay Berthe is retiring in January after twenty-three years of service with the Eagan Police Department. A retirement dinner is planned for Wednesday, January 4, 1989, at the Lost Spur Country Club, 2750 Sibley Memorial Highway. The social hour will be from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. A buffet dinner will be served at 7:30 P.M. followed by an "Informal Roast ". The cost is $17.00 per person and this includes dinner, gratuity, and a gift for Jay. If you would like to attend, please mail your check, payable to the "Jay Berthe Retirement Dinner ", by Wednesday, December 28, 1988, to the Eagan Police Department, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122, Attention: Linda Bendt. 3 SNOW REMOVAL INFORMATION Winter has arrived and brings with it the Public Works Department's respon- sibility to perform its snow removal and ice control program in the fastest, most ef- ficient and economical manner possible. This can only be achieved through a con- certed effort of the residents and the businesses of our community, in cooperation with our maintenance personnel. Snow Plowing Routes With the addition of many new streets in Eagan, the Public Works Depart- ment will be contracting one new mainline route and one new cul -de -sac route for snow plowing in the northeast area of the City. For the '88 -'89 snow season, this will bring our total to 10 mainline and 9 cul- de -sac routes, which will have the responsibility to maintain more than 190 miles of streets and over 400 cul -de -sacs. Cul -De -Sac Plowing In order to complete our snow plow routes in the most efficient manner, the Public Works Department will be incorporating the cul -de -sacs into our mainline routes. Depending on type of equipment, amount of snow, and other weather con- ditions, the mainline plows will enter the cul -de -sac and, in a clockwise movement, place the majority of snow in the center of the cul -de -sac. Smaller plowing vehicles and loaders will be used for cleanup and widening of cul -de -sacs to the curb line. Eagan Parking Ban To help make for easier and more efficient snow removal, the City Council has established parking regulations which are in effect from November 15 to April 15 of each year. Based on an odd/even system, the restriction is in effect from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Parking is allowed only on the odd numbered side of the street on odd numbered calendar days and only on the even numbered side of the street on even numbered calendar days. Parking is allowed on both sides of the street from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Automobiles not in compliance with the new parking regulation may be tick- eted and/or towed. Please Remove Curbside Objects Snowplows plow the snow onto the boulevard area adjacent to the street (7 to 13 feet from the curb). Any object that could hamper or be damaged by the snow removal operations should be removed from this area (fences, landscaping, etc.). Garbage awaiting pickup should be set in at least eight feet from the curbline. Mailboxes should be installed 48" above the street level and should not extend beyond the back of curb. Questions If you have any questions regarding snow removal procedures, please contact the Superintendent of Streets at 454 -5220. Any questions pertaining to a vehicle that has been towed should be directed to the Police Department at 454 -3900. For an update on snow removal operations and parking restrictions, please call 454 -1010 for a recorded message. County Road Plowing Snow removal on the following roads is the responsibility of the Dakota Coun- ty Highway Department: Lone Oak Road ( #26) Cliff Road ( #32) Yankee Doodle Road ( #28) Lexington Avenue ( #43) Diffley Road ( #30) Pilot Knob Road ( #31) Any calls pertaining to snow and ice control on these county roads should be directed to the Dakota County Highway Department at 431 -1150. Your patience, understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated by your neighbors and the personnel who will be putting in long hours to clear our streets as quickly as possible. Please be assured that we will make every effort to perform this operation in the most efficient manner possible. Thank You! 4 LUNTEERFI ............. ............................... HTERS NEE .................. Department is'cond ing a recruit ment:' i laid ai :to staff the two new dozen .oxen:. and;;women:: are::current =: ly in recruit ` training' ??Anotl er :20;:: 'vol teer :ar n eeded : >::<: ..................................................... ............................... :response...:.. • .at..:200 emergency (fire and medical) :calls :: per: year. :Fire.. fiigbters must. also.. at:.;; tend regular fire:: and EMS training meetings: about 40 ;:times > >:per year: and artici ate ire v . i . munity;services : : siical fitness and.. mental..alertne..ss..are ,required.. Fire fighters must live within three.:: minutes' normal driving: >:time.:: of: a: fire; station: New;: recruits:: attend:; a::;: 22: week:: training` cour that meets three: ::hours >:::a: >:wee ext:i ...................................................... ............................... course:: is:: cxp ted::::tt ::begin: `in Servi • g g as. a fire figltter . provides the opportunity+ to . per . form a., valuable community service Compensation includes .a nominal stipend, a >.retirement benefit . pack age:: acid ; insurance. Fire fighters also gam knowledge in ire preven tion and first aid. In addition, the Fire ::;Depart rient: s onsors : various • supervise T F'iare:: se :flam -_resistant,;;:; =: ecoara -;; ions::::a n d:::costumes ll : pa rties • and::: ice1cbrat ons :s re; :; . t hat lights, :?decoirat ns and: toys :t rhich:: use electricity: have a' : test g` 't r- ga :nization label;:: ...::............. ...:..:......:................. yo r Cl stn ass : tr : : away: from to rwa only:;:: ;fire - retardant::: decorations:;; for:::: lights on::alu riinu :trues :: ? :Neveri burn:gifti wrappings in:;the: " .:.:.:..:. ............................... .......... ............................... vial >precautions >::s pl ace::::; caudlo:::holder <;: ..... ............................... provide: a::sturd: .. ................:......:....... melted::: wax. plaecd:::far enough :away?; from::com bustible terials..(such as. curtainfi or :bedding) to prevent their tgni tion.... Never... place.. a near. a. door:;because it ::could'; start`a `; fire';; b e : could: btoc r :you r:: ex t: fro : the >: rooiiii ;?;: Never; >:place::a:: lighted: candle: : :a;window, it:;co fall:; off the: window::ledge: or: the:curt s > = >: > ::: >:: Lighted >can Iles` : should ;;never e' left unattended i n a ;room::: ` ,ey: should;: be::::; extinguished; : vv hen you.::: cave: the ;:room;:::I;il�e::::matches:: and::::; 1% ghtiers ::.:canitles:.: place:.: _::tbe :: reach :::o #:;eliit�ren .:...................................... ............................... reri:;;should;nev.:er; e;:left:::alone;:: a;:candle nor sf ou to: t : :use: eniem bcr, a v o >:: :: gers of • carelessness :d tr a time of;happ ness : sce : people m ore FENCING OF POOLS - NEW & EXISTING All outdoor swimming pools within the City of Eagan must be completely enclosed by a security fence or wall at least 4', but less than 6' high, and located at least 4' from the edge of the pool. The bottom of the fence or wall must be no higher than 4" above ground. The fence openings, or entrance to the pool area, must be equipped with self - closing and self - latching lockable gates. The fence or wall must be of the non - climbing type so as to be impenetrable by toddlers and af- ford no external handholds or footholds. A fence or wall is not required for aboveground pools with vertical or outward inclining side walls which are at least 4' high, provided that the pool has a self -clos- ing and self - latching gate or the sole access is by means of a removable ladder, ramp or stairs, which must be removed when the pool is not in use. ALUMINUM WIRING Following is information with regard to questions and concerns that have been raised over the years about aluminum wiring in residential developments. During the mid '70s, copper wiring became scarce and expensive so many con- tractors installed aluminum wiring as a replacement Aluminum wiring is deemed acceptable by the National Electric Code and has been an approved method of wiring for at least 40 years. The National Electric Code is the minimum standards for wiring in the state of Minnesota. Aluminum wiring problems may occur where the wiring is connected to the plugs, switches or breakers. Listed below are steps which may be followed if you suspect a problem with your present wiring: • 1. Turn off the circuit breaker before attempting any work. • 2. Remove switch or plug from box. • 3. Remove aluminum wiring from switch or plug. • 4. Splice a 6" piece of the same color copper wire (red, white, black, etc.) to the aluminum wire by twisting the two wires together to assure a good mechanical connection. Next, install an approved wire nut/splice cap to the splice. • 5. Install the copper jumper to the switch or plug and return to the box. Aluminum wire is also used for air conditioners, ranges and services. Here again, the problem lies in the connection. The following steps may be taken to cor- rect any problems you are experiencing: • 1. Turn off power to switch or circuit breaker. • 2. Remove aluminum wire from lug or screw. • 3. Coat wire with conductive salve and return to lug or screw. Be sure to draw screw or bolt tight. After a week's time, retighten. This should stop any condi- tions of heat or poor connections. Conductive salve can be purchased at most local hardware stores. Contact your power supplier if you find it necessary to tighten the main service conductors on the line side of the switch as the meter must be removed to eliminate the service to the main breaker. You may find it necessary to hire an electrical contractor if you feel uncomfortable doing the work. Any further ques- tions may be directed to Bill Akins, City of Eagan Electrical Inspector, at 489 -9009 between 7:30 and 9:00 A.M., Monday thru Friday. FIRE PREVENTION - AUTOMATIC DRYERS A potential fire hazard exists with a dryer that is not cleaned regularly. A sub- stantial amount of lint can collect underneath and inside the back panel. If you have an owner's manual for your dryer, check it for maintenance tips; otherwise un- plug the dryer, turn off the gas supply, remove the back panel of the dryer and carefully remove any lint - especially near natural gas burners and on electrical con- nections. Cleaning should be done on a regular basis and will depend on how much your dryer is in use. If you feel uncomfortable performing this type of maintenance, you should con- tact a qualified service technician. 5 SAFE -HOME ::B:uirzisvill 04.4P: Ca In addition: t oab electronic mess e:: ,r , disp. y ,ty res d ent: f Eag an_: Werth g: to::remindir se ason. So` sta , tune Eagan Government`:) able :TV: or:: ha nnel zert : rtkar n CCiber. :Rates: :tti::: urnsv,r7l fEaga Gable ` Com munications : Commis on as` :irecea tl: >` eeri;:info med by: t✓a le:: TV': N orth ::Centr..al that::the residents::of :::Ea a ... B urnsville, who subscribe to: cab TV, may experience rate increas g ar ly 19$9 At the: time of`t his prin the. Cable:; mission had. not been made" aware of:the exact ou�n1 .............................. ............................... RABIES CLINIC - 1989 DOG LICENSES The City of Eagan will sponsor a rabies vaccination clinic during late January of 1989. Please watch your local newspapers for more specific information regard- ing the date, time and location or call the Eagan Municipal Center (454-8100) in early January. 1989 dog licenses may be purchased at the same time. All licenses are due on or before February 20, 1989. Proof of a current rabies vaccination by a licensed veterinarian is needed; the license cost is $3.00 if the animal is neutered or spayed or $6.00 if not. Licenses may also be purchased at the Eagan Municipal Center beginning at the end of December 1988. There is a late charge of $.50 per month for licenses not renewed by February 20, 1989. Dogs must be licensed in Eagan when they are six months old or within 30 days of moving into the City. 1989 licenses from other cities may be transferred for $.50. There is also a $.50 charge to replace lost license tags. 6 AIRCRAFT NOISE Aircraft noise is nothing new for Eagan residents. For years, the com- munity has worked in cooperation wi the airport by providing a flyover ar of commercial and industrial land use in the northern part of the City. This type of development can better absorb aircraft noise than can residential uses. Many of the businesses in Eagan depend directly on the airport. Its con- venience is important for those com- panies with markets, contacts and loca- tions outside of the immediate area. The airport's location was one of the key elements in many businesses' decisions to locate in Eagan. But the importance of the airport to the City need not prevent Eagan residents from enjoying their homes. The City and the airport can co -exist in a noise- controlled environment. To do so, the airport must receive input from noise- affected areas. If you are bothered by aircraft noise events, note as much as possible about the time, location, direction of flight and type of aircraft and call: Aircraft Noise Complaints: 726 -9411 Airport Control Tower: 726 -9255 • Address noise correspondence to: Metropolitan Airports Commission, 6040 28th Ave. S., Mpls., MN 55450 Metropolitan Aircraft Sound Abate- ment Council, 6040 28th Ave. S., Mpls., MN 55450. The Eagan News is distributed four times a year as a public ser- vice by the Eagan City Council. The newsletter is prepared through the office of the City Administrator. COLD CRITTERS by Animal Warden Kathleen Gilbertson Winter is here and it is time to as- ss the safety and comfort of animals at are left outside in freezing temperatures and even more freezing wind chill factors. Unfortunately, I receive many calls from residents and people driving through Eagan about animals in trouble during the winter. Most of the cases involve situations where the human caring for the animal does not understand the disasterous affect that cold and wind can have on that animal. For example, last winter, a young woman tied her sister's dog to a tree on a chain with no shelter. When I received a report on this animal, I checked. The dog was on a hill in minus 38 degree wind chill, tangled in a chain, with no shelter, no food and no water. I removed the dog and took it to the City pound for shelter and care. The next day, the young woman told me she left the dog outside in those conditions because "the dog likes it like that!" The judge in the case did not agree with her. S Another sad case involved a little ead dog chained to a table in an un- heated garage with a frozen bowl of water next to it. An animal autopsy revealed that the dog had died of star- vation and cold. Animals need extra care and con- sideration during these cold months and certainly need more than "mini- mum" provisions. Remember the fol- lowing guidelines, especially if your animal is kept outside a majority of the time: • Keep warm, dry bedding in your i doghouse (straw is best). • Give fresh water at least twice a day. • Give your dog twice the normal amount of foo during the winter. • Keep the door to the dog house facing away from the north. • Put a flap on the door. • Make sure the dog house is three inches off the ground. • If you think an animal is in trouble, please call Animal Control at 454 - ID Remember, animals are here for your pleasure; please don't make them suffer. 1989 - THE YEAR OF THE YOUNG READER ■I.uN YEAR ORE YOUNG READER Give the Gift of Time YOUR LIBRARY CHECK IT OUT To celebrate the year long obser- vance of "The Year of the Young Reader" your library has planned spe- cial programs for you and your child. Children who are not able to read on their own may join the Read -To-Me Club beginning in January and ending with a party in March. The impor- tance of reading to the pre - school child cannot be underestimated, intro- ducing them to a world of informa- tion and enjoyment which will be a life long pleasure. A schedule of programs which lists challenging and entertaining events that are planned for youngsters is available in the children's department of the library. YOUR LIBRARY - WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU The Dakota County Library - Wescott is open 59 hours to provide full service to you and your family during the week in addition to four hours of limited service on Sundays between September and May. A friendly and knowledgeable staff is waiting to serve you whether you are looking for infor- mation, checking out a good book to read and enjoy, or looking over the new arrivals in the audio visual department. In the collection of videos you will surely find some to provide hours of entertainment for you and your family. Some of these new arrivals include full- length feature films such as E.T. and TRAINS, PLANES AND AUTOMOBILES. These PBS Series films are also available: THE AS- CENT OF MAN, HERITAGE: CIVILIZATION AND THE JEWS, THE HEART OF THE DRAGON, THE CONSTITUTION, THE SHAKESPEARE PLAYS, THE BRAIN, and VIETNAM: A TELEVISION HISTORY. These videos and more are available during full service hours and may be checked out on your new blue plastic card for a rental fee of $1.00. HOMEBOUND SERVICE Library users who are confined on a temporary or permanent basis are discovering that the pleasure of reading does not need to end. This popular program to provide library materials to homebound users is a service provided by volunteers. Materials are chosen by library staff and checked out for a four -week loan period and may include hardcovers, paperbacks, large print books, magazines, pamphlets and audio cassettes. You can find out more about these services and current programs by visit- ing your library Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sundays between Sep- tember and May from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 7 PREPARATIONS UNDERWAY FOR SKATING SEASON Have you ever wondered how the City prepares its skating rinks for opening day, floods the ice, or removes the tons of snow that accumulate? If you have, then this article should help to answer your questions. A good place to begin is to review the scope of the winter maintenance program. For the upcoming season, the Parks and Recreation Department will be maintaining 13 hockey rinks and 15 pleasure rinks - an area equal to almost 300,000 square feet or the size of about five football fields. The Department is also responsible for 11 warming shelters and snow removal on 150,000 square feet of parking areas. Maintenance of the outdoor skating sites can be divided into three broad categories: pre - season preparations, ice establishment, and routine operations. PRE - SEASON Preparation of rinks and facilities often begins as early as June or July. During the summer months seasonal employees and summer youth programs are involved in painting and staining hockey rinks, repairing nets, and helping staff with construction of new facilities. Full-time maintenance personnel test and aim lighting fixtures, blade rink surfaces smooth and level, and repair broken boards and fence. By fall, staff are busy installing temporary facilities like the hockey rink at Lexington Park, setting up berms in pleasure rinks, and delivering operational supplies and benches to the warming shelters. ICE ESTABLISHMENT By the first week in December, equipment has been readied and maintenance personnel begin preparation of the ice. This process, called "base flooding" can take two or three weeks, ending just before opening of the rinks at the start of school vacation. During base flooding two flusher trucks, of several thousand gal- lons capacity, apply water to the rinks - spraying it evenly across the surface. This work is performed around the clock with the rinks divided equally among two routes. In a typical season up to 700,000 gallons may be applied during the ice es- tablishment process. The ice is also shaved mechanically between floodings, to eliminate frost heaves and bumps. OPERATIONS When the rinks open for public use, staff are ready to begin routine main- tenance. Equipment and pesonnel are assigned to two separate routes, with the number of sites divided about equally. Each route consists of a plow truck, groundsmaster sweeper (converted riding mowers), snowblower, and flusher truck. Crews begin their work at 6:00 a.m. starting first with plowing of parking lots and then sweeping of rinks with the groundsmasters. Under normal conditions sweep- ing is all that's required, but in heavier snows, snowblowing must be done first. After the edges have been hand shoveled, the rinks are ready for flooding. Again tanker trucks apply a thin (1/4" - 3/8 ") layer of new ice. During the season staff must also routinely shave the ice, clean ice buildup along the boards, and stripe lines on the rinks. In the 1987/88 season, 1,494 cleaning operations were per- formed with 560,379 gallons of water applied. The Parks and Recreation Department makes every effort to keep the rinks open and skatable each day of the week. In fact, last year the City added a flood- ing program on Saturdays to resurface the heaviest used sites. But there are days when cleaning and flooding is not always possible. Heavy snowstorms, strong winds, or extremely cold temperatures can preclude opening of sites. And often parks staff are called on to assist with plowing of City streets. For these reasons the City has implemented a classification system for all skating sites. Under this program various "modes" have been established determining priorities for snow removal based on a site's general level of use, degree of recreation programming, unique facilities or features. We trust that this article has helped to clarify the City's outdoor skating main- tenance program. Requests for additional information on maintenance may be directed to the Department of Parks and Recreation. 8 EAGAN HISTORY BOOK For a special Christmas present, may we suggest a copy of the history book of the City of Eagan, "Lone O Years." The price of the book is j $5.00, including tax. Bound in a rich, dark green hardcover imprinted with gold, the 8" x 11" book contains over 230 pages and includes more than 150 historic photographs. It is equally interesting to long time Eagan residents, those who have just arrived and those who have had to move away. The history book is available for purchase at the Eagan Municipal Center and the Eagan Branch of the Dakota County Library. "Lone Oak Years" will be a unique Christmas present for a friend, for your family or for yourself. CITY LAKE AERATION SYSTEMS The City of Eagan will be operat- ing lake aeration equipment on Schwanz and Fish Lakes during this coming winter. The aerators were ob- tained under a grant from the Depart- ment of Natural Resources. The p pose of the aeration equipment is maintain an adequate level of oxygen in these lakes to permit the overwinter- ing of fish. This enhances lake management efforts and ensures good fishing opportunities the following year. The aeration systems are expected to be in operation during a period beginning about December 15th and ending in mid to late March. Each sys- tem will consist of a trailer mounted baffle on the lakeshoreand a pump and hose situated on the lake. On Schwanz Lake the aerator will be lo- cated on the north shoreline just east of the open picnic pavilion. On Fish Lake the aerator will be placed on the north side of the lake, just west of the peninsula, at the end of the pedestrian trail. The public is urged to use caution whenever in these areas this winter. The City will be posting state regulatory signage around the aerators. The public is asked to heed caution and remain outside of signed areas. For further informati residents may contact the Departmen of Parks and Recreation. • SPEED SKATE OVAL Well Site Park on the corner of Pilot Knob Road at Cliff will become the home for speedskating this winter. The 200 meter oval will test the techni- que and endurance of would -be speedskaters. The giant rink will also serve as an attractive site for pleasure skaters from throughout the City. Skating to music, tracing a figure 8, skating for distance or helping your "little one learn to glide are all ac- tivities which can be enjoyed by everyone at the City's new pleasure / speedskating oval! 0 PARKS AND RECREATION WINTER PROGRAMS "DISCOVER US!" OUTDOOR SKATING RINKS The outdoor skating season in the City of Eagan begins in mid- December. Bring the family, teach your "little one" to stand on his/her skates, skate backward and forward on the pleasure rink as you did in your youth and play "pick up hock- ey" with neighborhood youth. Check the hockey team practice schedule! CLASS A RINKS Sky Hill Park: Rahn Park: Goat Hill Park: CLASS B RINKS Carnelian Park: Quarry Park Ridgediff Park: Well Site Park: CLASS C RINKS Lexington Park: Pilot Knob Park Woodhaven Park: Blue Cross Road at Blackhawk Road On Sandstone Drive next to Rahn School On Lexington Avenue just north of Wilderness Run Road On Carnelian Lane at Blackhawk Road On Coachman Road, one block north of Yankee Doodle Road On Covington Lane, one block west of Johnny Cake On Pilot Knob Road just north of Cliff Road On McKee Street, two blocks east of Lexington Avenue West off Pilot Knob Road on Towerview Road On Gold Trail, southeast of Beau D'Rue Drive WARMING SHELTER SCHEDULE Sundays: Noon - 9:00 PM Saturdays & School Vacation Days: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Christmas & New Year's Eve Days: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Christmas Day: CLOSED New Year's Day: Noon - 9:00 PM School Days: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Watch for postings of special holiday and week -end hours. Warming shelters will be open during the hours listed unless winter weather creates problems such as: 1. A wind chill factor of -25 degrees or colder. 2. Three or more inches of snow have fallen and the rinks have not yet been cleared. 3. Warm temperatures soften the ice, making the rinks unskateable. "NEIGHBORHOOD PLEASURE RINKS" Bridle Ridge Park Elrene Drive at Bridle Ridge Road Cedar Pond Park: On Diffley Road, 3 blocks east of Nichols Road Country Home Park: On Beam Lane at Eagan Avenue Bur Oaks Park On Chapel Lane, two blocks east of Highway 149 Evergreen Park On Lodgepole Drive, west of Pilot Knob Road Highview Park: On Skyline Drive, 2 blocks west of Pilot Knob Road Pond sites are cleared and flooded on a "weather permitting basis ". 9 SNOW TUBING AT TRAPP FARM PARK 841 WILDERNESS RUN ROAD For a thrilling ride, join several inner tubes together, (available at the park) and glide, giggle, giggle, bump, bump down the hill or, for an alternate ride, try the "run" planned for sleds and mini boggans. A roaring fire in the fireplace will warm your toes and fingers as you enter the shelter between slides down the hill. The shelter will be open: After School: Saturdays: Sundays: 4:00 - 9:00 PM 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Noon - 9:00 PM During winter vacation, the shelter will be open from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM on days that are not holidays. Special holiday hours will be announced at the park. Tubing is great family fun! Come on, enjoy winter! Discover us! wilt::1 • :available istra 18 retie at Trapp: >~arm Par: 11 kids ages?5 -12: froi SLEDDING PA CROSS COUNTRY SKI LESSONS FOR ADULTS The air is crisp, the snow goes crunch, and you can see your breath before your face. The instructor urges you to practice the herringbone up a gentle slope. The class laughs at the sits marks in the snow. Learning how to cross - country ski builds confidence. The skills you gain will be there for you each season. Sunday afternoon ski excursions, week -end ski trips and a new outlook on winter are benefits you could find from learning how to cross - country ski. The lessons are designed for beginners. You may use your own equipment or rent skis, boots and poles. The first class meeting will be held indoors at the class time listed. These ses- sions meet in the Community Room of the Fire Administration Building, 3795 Pilot Knob Road. The two out door sessions will be held at Lebanon Hills Regional Park at the Schultz Lake Ski Trail. Dates: Saturdays, January 7, 14 & 21, 1989 Times: I 9:30 - 10:45 AM (For those who have never skied) II 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM (For those who have never skied) III 12:30 - 1:45 PM Fee: $20.00 with own equipment $30.00 with rental equipment (indicate height and shoe size) Registration Deadline: January 5, 1989 10 CROSS - COUNTRY SKI TRAILS The beginner, novice and the more experienced cross- country skier can equally be challenged by the groomed trails in scenic Eagan park settings. Blue Cross /Blue Shield: A beginners' trail will be sell) groomed and maintained north of th Blue Cross/Blue Shield building. The trail will be located on the area that normally provides for soccer activities. Easy access parking will be avail- able in the Blue Cross/Blue Shield north parking lot. The trail will take advantage of gentle slopes and flat surfaces. Begin- ning skiers will enjoy this trail for prac- ticing their kick and glide before they are to take a hill head -on. Blackhawk Park: Provides a challenging one mile trail over hilly terrain, through woods, beside a meadow and near the shore of Blackhawk Lake. The trail entrance and limited parking are at the end of Palisade Way at Riverton Avenue. Patrick Eagan Park: Provides two miles of trails over variable terrain. You will glide along the flats, herringbone up the hills and SCHUSS down the other side! Park- ing is located to the west of Lexingt Avenue, 1/2 mile north of Diffl Road. The trail entrance is readily ac- cessible from the parking area. EAGAN SENIOR CITIZENS Eagan seniors meet twice a month or special activities such as pot -luck unches followed by entertainment. Polka bands, storytellers, banjoists and magicians have performed. On some occasions the group plays bingo or cards or games. Several outings are planned during the year. The seniors have gone to see performances at The Old Log Theatre, to a card party at the Rosemount Senior Center, and to lunch at the Old Country Buffet. If you are an Eagan senior, new to the City or a life long resident, join us. Our pot lucks are tremendous! Please call Parks and Recreation at 454 -8100 to place your name on the seniors mail- ing list. BABY SITTING CLINIC "Help! I took this baby sitting job and now the baby is crying and I don't know what to do!" OR "if I only knew some games!" Boys and girls who participate in baby sitting clinics learn how to prepare for a wide spectrum of situa- tions that could occur. The Eagan Women's Fire Auxiliary has designed the curriculum for the clinics. A series of guest speakers present the "how to" of baby - sitting. Pre - registration with Parks and Recreation which co- sponsors the clinics, is required. Dates: Saturdays, February 11 & 18, Time: 10 A.M. - Noon tlon: Fire Administration Bldg, 3795 Pilot Knob Road Fee: $5.00 Registration Deadline: 1 February 3, SPEEDSKATING! Learn how to skate faster ... improve your balance and coordination. Join SPEEDSKATING! A beginning instructional program for participants who know the basics of skating will be offered for boys and girls ages 5-12 on Tuesday and Thursday even- ings at Well Site Park. Beginning level racing meets will be held on week -ends throughout the Twin Cities area. You don't need long blade skates. A pair of hockey or figure skates will work just fine! You do need enthusiasm, curiosity and a desire for fun! Dates: Tuesday and Thursdays - January 3 - February 9,1989 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM Location: Well Site Park, 4580 Pilot Knob Rd. Fee: $10.00 (includes instruction and skate cap) Registration Deadline: Friday, December 30,1988 DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINING Are your dog's "manners" the worst on the block? Then, why not try dog obedience training? You will teach your dog to come, sit, stay and heel. Inappropriate barking will become a thing of the past. Your dog will love coming to class. Repetition, a firm "no" when needed and loads and loads of praise are the elements used to ensure your success with your dog. Novice training is for dogs which have previously had beginner classes. A dog younger than nine months of age is too much of a puppy to understand obedience training. The handler may be an adult or youth 12 years of age or older. Bring to the first class: The dog, certificate of rabies vaccination, a choke chain and a 6' leather leash. Pre - Registration is required. Dates: Thursdays, January 5 - March 9, 1989 Times: Beginner - 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. Novice - 7:15 - 8:15 P.M. Beginner - 8:30 - 9:30 P.M. Location: Community Room, Fire Administration Building, 3795 Pilot Knob Road Fee: $20.00 Registration Deadline: January 3,1989 11 ME TWO! Enjoy time with your toddler each week in this fun -filled class for two year olds and Mom or Dad. The child and adult will experience a new class designed for the needs of the two year old. The class will include working on motor skill development, balance, spatial awareness, coordination and flexibility through ac- tion songs, bouncing rhymes, finger plays and relaxation. A great way for parents to meet other parents and for children to socialize through learning. Pre - registration is required. Child must be two years old by January 4, 1989. Dates and Times: Section I - Mondays, Jan.9 - Feb.27,1989 9:30 AM -10:30 AM (8 weeks) Section II - Wednesdays, Jan.4 - Feb.22, 1989 9:15 AM -10:15 AM (8 weeks) Location: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue Fee: $10.00 /pair Registration Deadline: Friday, December 30,1988 FITNESS & FUN FOR THREE YEAR OLDS Three year olds will experience stunts and tumbling, creative play, game ac- tivities, physical fitness and more activities designed especially for them. The class will include exposure to and practice with nerf balls, football skills, playground balls, soccer balls, parachute play and more. Each class works on a progressive level according to the participant's ability. Increasing the child's motor skills, improving coordination and FUN are the aspects of emphasis for the program. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Class size is limited. Child must be three years old by January 4, 1989. Pre - registration is re- quired. Dates: Times: Location: Fee: Monday, January 9 - February 27, 1989 (8 weeks) Section I: 10:45 AM -11:15 AM Section II: 11:30 AM -Noon Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue $10.00 Registration Deadline: Friday, December 30,1988 GAMES KIDS PLAY Four and five year olds will experience a program of activities designed espe- cially for them. Relays, circle games, physical fitness and game activities will be experienced. The class will include exposure to and practice with nerf and soccer balls, baseballs, softballs, footballs, playground balls, as well as parachute play. Warm up games will be played with an emphasis on basics such as dribbling, bouncing, throwing and catching. The activities will be in a progressive fashion according to the participant's ability. Bringing out non- competitive, positive play experiences and having fun are the aspects of emphasis for the program. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Class size is limited. Child must be four or five years old by January 9, 1989. Pre - registration is required. Dates: Wednesdays, January 4 - February 22, 1989 (8 weeks) Times: Section I: 10:30 AM -11:15 AM (4 & 5 yr.olds) Section II: 11:15 AM -Noon (4 & 5 yr.olds) Location: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue Fee: $10.00 Registration Deadline: Friday, December 30,1988 12 IMAGINE THAT! Discover the wonderful world of fun for three, four and five year olds in this new class designed espe for preschoolers. Each week, childr will have the opportunity to develop their self - confidence, imagination and independence. Activities such as finger plays, stories, songs, arts and crafts and puppets will entertain the children at each class. Imaginary friends will visit each week to create a world of fantasy for each child. Pre- registration is required. Dates: Frida �a uary ( - February Time: Section I: 9:45 AM -10:45 AM Section II: 11:00 AM -Noon Location: Goat Hill Park 4391 Lexington Avenue Fee: $10.00 Registration Deadline: Friday, Dec. 30,1988 TINY TOTS The Tiny Tots program is designed to provide children ages 3, 4 and 5 the opportunity for social/recrea- tional interaction and grow. Children are exposed to a variety skills and learning experiences which include: crafts, storytelling, field trips, 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. Pre - registration is required. Group size is limited to the first 20 registered in each section. Dates: January 3 - March 9, 1989 (10 wee Times and Locations: Rahn Park Buildin 4425 Sandstone rive Section I: Mondays & Wednesday, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM Section II: MondaiN & Wednesday, 1:00 PM -3:00 PM Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave. Section I: Tuesday & Thursdays, 9:30 AM -11:30 AM Section II: Tuesday & Thursdays, 1:00 PM -3:00 PM Fee: $50.00 Registration Deadline: 30, 1988 Friday, Dec. EAGAN WINTER WEEKEND VACATION * Outdoor activities in the wintertime are wonderful. The Department of Parks & Recreation invite adults and children to joy a WINTER WEEKEND VACATION on February 3, 4 and 5,1989! Visualize a light snowfall as you ski, skate or fish. Plow through snow as you slide into base. Winter fun which the whole family can enjoy. Hot cider will be served at each event. FAMILY SKATE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1989 7:00 P.M. - SKY HILL PARK Picture a light snowfall on a winter evening. Remember how the blades of your skates sound as you glide across the ice. Feel the wind on your face and see the light glisten on the snow. Join us at Sky Hill Park. Skate with your children, "warm up" in the shelter building and visit with neighbors and friends over a cup of hot cider. An enjoyable relaxing evening for the whole family. MOONLIGHT SKIING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1989 7:00 P.M. - BLUE CROSS /BLUE SHIELD Enjoy a crisp winter evening of cross country skiing. Kick and glide over the gentle slopes and flat surface of the ski trail at Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Candle illuminaries will light the way as you glide across the snow, a beautiful sight to see! After skiing, talk with your friends and Parks and Recreation staff over a cup of Hot Cider! ICE FISHING CONTEST SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1989 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. - FISH LAKE PARK A WEEKEND OF FAMILY FUN! 1 , 3 Vor Spend a winter afternoon with the family at the Ice Fishing Contest! Participants of all ages are encouraged to join in the at Fish Lake Park. Prizes will be awarded by age category and a special memento will be given to each child who catches a fish. So if you catch the smallest, ugliest, biggest, fattest, or most fish - you may win a prize. Grab your fishing gear, bundle up and get ready to try your luck. A bonfire and hot cider will be available to keep you warm. THIRD ANNUAL SNOW SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1989 NORTHVIEW ATHLETIC FIELDS The ball may have to be orange; first base may be on top of a snow drift; and speed in the outfield won't help, but gather your team together and try Eagan's spoof on winter. With mukluks on your feet, a stocking cap covering your ears, layers of sweat shirts and sweaters to guard against the chill in the air; laugh with your friends as you frolic in the snow. Competition will be neighborly, spirits will be warm and OLD MAN WINTER will be defeated. TOURNAMENT FORMAT: Championship /Consolation REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BEGINNING: January 9, 1989 4it e, TEAM ELIGIBILITY: Players live or work in the City of Eagan TOURNAMENT FEE: $50.00 ENTRY DEADLINE: January 27, 1989 SLIDING PARTY SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1989 1:00 - 4:00 PM - TRAPP FARM PARK Parks & Recreation will host the Fourth Annual "Family Sliding" Party at Trapp Farm Park on Sunday, February 5, 1989. A roaring fire in the shelter building fireplace, hot cider for all, a haven in which to warm your toes between slides down the 11 will greet you and your family. Bumpety bump down the hill on inner tubes; wish for fresh snow for building snowmen! TRIPS & TOURS The outings listed on these two pages are co- sponsored by the Apple Valley, Eagan, Lakeville and Rosemount Parks & Recreation Departments. Registration may be made with any of the recreation departments. NOTE: No refunds will be is sued after the registration deadline of an outing. Please specify the pick -up point you prefer when you register. JUNIOR HIGH WINTER TRIP Grab a friend and come out for a winter sleigh ride and pizza at Wagon Wheel Stables in Lakeville. All youths, grades 7 -9 are invited. You'll be riding a hay covered sleigh pulled by horses. After the sleigh ride warm yourself at the fire and enjoy Domino's pizza and pop. The more the merrier so bring your friends and have a great Friday night DATE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 6,1989 TIMES AND LOCATIONS (Bus pick up and approximate returns): Rosemount Mall 5:45/9:45 PM Apple Valley Comm. Ctr. 6:00/9:30 PM Valley Park Tom Thumb 6:15/9:15 PM Enggren's in Lakeville 6:25/9:05 PM Cedarvale Shopping Ctr. 5:30 /10:00 PM FEE: $9.50 includes sleigh ride, pizza and beverage, transportation and chaperones. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, December 30, 1988 FEE: Youth Adult Lift Ticket Only $17.00 $20.00 Lift Ticket and Lesson $18.00 $21.00 Lift Ticket & Rental Equip. $22.00 $26.00 Lift Ticket, Rental Equip., Lesson $23.00 $27.00 (all prices include transportation and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, January 12, 1989, 4:00 PM 14 AFTON ALPS SKI TRIP Enjoy your day off from school skiing on the slopes of Afton Alps Ski Area. With 18 chairlifts and 34 varying levels of runs, everyone will have hours of fun! Lessons are available for all abilities, and length of class depends on the number of students who are in the class. All 6th, 7th, 8th graders, and adults are invited to join the fun! Rental equipment packages are available. Participants should bring extra money to buy refreshments and must provide their own lunch. DATE: THURSDAY, JANUARY 19,1989 TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Apple Valley Comm. Center 8:15 AM/5:00 PM Cedarvale Shopping Ctr. 8:30 AM/4:45 PM Rosemount Mall 8:45 AM/4:30 PM 0 e 0 0 0 e a 0 + ::o: TWIN CITIES LIVE Join the Parks & Recreation Departments as we travel to KSTP T.V. Studios in Minneapolis to participate in the audience of Twin Cities Live. Bob Bruce is the host of this popular talk show which covers a number of topics. The show airs live at 10:00 AM on Channel 5, so set your VCR's and join us in the audience! DATE: TUESDAY, JANUARY 17,1989 TIMES AND LOCATION: Enggrens in Lakeville 7:45 AM/12:15 PM Rosemount Mall 8:00 AM/12:00 PM Apple Valley Comm. Ctr. 8:15 AM/11:45 AM Cedarvale Shopping Ctr. 8:30 AM/11:30 AM FEE: $6.00 (includes school bus transportation and special surprise) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 10, 1989, 4 :00 P.M. 0 Aka > • ,o ,� DOWNHILL SKIING AT WELCH VILLAGE Take advantage of President's Day and join us at the slopes of Welch Village. Welch Village is located forty miles southeast of the Twin Cities between Hastings glipd Red Wing and has an excellent variety of slopes for all levels of skiing. Presi- • ent's Day at Welch is a special event day that offers races, contests, prizes and FUN for all!! One hour lessons are available for all levels. Beginner lessons are free, while intermediate and advanced lessons are $5.00. Participants should bring extra money to buy refreshments and must provide their own lunch. Participants should be 8 years or older; those under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Date: Monday, February 20, 1989 Times and Location: Cedarvale Shopping Ctr. Apple Valley Comm. Center Rosemount Mall Enggrens in Lakeville Fee: Lift Ticket Only Lift Ticket and Intermediate or Advanced Lesson Lift Ticket & Rental Equip. Lift Ticket, Rental Equip., Lesson (all prices include transportation and supervision) Registration Deadline: Tuesday, February 14, 4:00 PM • 8:00 AM/4:30 PM 8:15 AM/4:45 PM 8:30 AM/5:00 PM 8:45 AM/5:15 PM $22.00 $27.00 $34.00 $39.00 KINGDOM ON ICE CELEBRATES MICKEY MOUSE'S 60TH BIRTHDAY! It's MICKEY MOUSE'S 60TH Birthday Celebration. This SPECTACULAR production of magic on ice will show you Mickey Mouse from his infant years to the present. The show concludes with an extravagant birthday party for Mickey. See lavish costumes and world class skating at the Met Center. Sing or hum along to Mickey's favorite tunes! All ages are invited to attend - (note youths 18 months of age and older must purchase a ticket). It's sure to entertain all ages. Date: Thursday, March 23,1989 Times and Location: Enggrens in Lakeville Rosemount Mall Apple Valley Comm. Center Cedarvale Shopping Ctr. (west end) 8:45 AM/1:30 PM 9:00 AM/1:15 PM 9:15 AM/1:00 PM 9:30 AM/12:45 PM 15 Fee: $12.50 per person - Includes lower deck reserved tickets and transportation. Bring additional monies for beverages and novelties. Registration Deadline: Wednesday, March 8, 1989 LITTLE SIX BINGO PALACE A full afternoon of Bingo for ADULTS ONLY at Little Six Bingo Palace! You and your friends can join us on February 27, 1988. We'll begin the afternoon by nibbling on free donuts and coffee. Then get your dobbers out and be ready to mark that winning card. Discover the thrill of getting a "BINGO "! Date: Monday, February 27,1989 Times and Locations: Lakeville Senior Citizens Ctr. 11:00 AM/6:15 PM Apple Valley Community Ctr. 11:15 AM/6:00 PM Rosemount Mall 11:30 AM/5:45 PM Cedarvale Shopping Ctr. (west end) 11:45 AM/5:30 PM Fee: $16.00 Adults; $14.00 Senior Citizens (62 yrs. of age and above) • The, cost includes 2 sessions of bingo with the basic bingo card packet for each session, transportation. • Additional cards may be purchased at your cost upon arrival. • Must nrovide your own dobber (marker).. Dobbers may be purchased at the Bingo - Palace for .75 Registration Deadline: Friday, February 17,1989 RECREATIONAL CO -ED VOLLEYBALL Bump - Set - Spike! This league is for people who want to play volleyball without calls made by referees. The refs are you, the players, and you call your own illegal hits. To enjoy par- ticipating, you need not have ex- perience playing volleyball. It's a great way to have fun and meet new people. Games are played on Friday even- ings between 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM at Highland, Woodland and Deerwood Elementary schools. Play begins on January 6, 1989 and runs through March 31 (12 weeks). Fee is $35.00 per team. No games March 24, 1989. Registrations are accepted by teams only; however, if you're an in- dividual interested in getting on a team, an available players list has been established. Managers are asked to contact the Parks and Recreation Department by Dec. 16., if interested in entering a team. 454-8010 What time does the bus leave? Is it too cold to skate? Where and when do I register? What special events are coming up? For up to date recreation program announcements call 454 -8010, night or day, to learn what's happening through Eagan Parks and Recreation. Have a nice day! Name Adress DISCOVER US! CITY OF EAGAN MAIL -IN REGISTRATION FORM Home Phone # Street City Zip Bus.Phone# Name of Activity Session# Tune Child's Birth Date Enclosed $ To Cover Registration I, the undersigned, parent, guardian or participant, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the above men- tioned activity (ies): and I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless from and against any, and all, liability for any injury which may be suf- fered by the aforementioned individual(s) arising out of, or in any way connected with, his/her participation in this activity. 16 CITY OF EAGAN MAIL -IN REGISTRATION FORM Name Home Phone # Adress Street Bus.Phone# Enclosed $ # Name of Activity Time ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES Adult softball leagues, in the City, of Eagan, are directed by the Dep ment of Parks & Recreation. Beginning March 20, 1989, new teams will be accepted into leagues. Managers of prospective new teams should call Parks and Recreation at 454-8100 for team entry information. SOFTBALL LEAGUES OFFERED: Women's Recreational League: Mon- day night play Men's Recreational League: Tuesday and Wednesday night play Men's Industrial League: Thursday night play Men's Over 35/40 League: Thursday night play Co -Rec, Couples 14" League: Friday night play ACTIVITIES CALENDAR The fourth annual Parks and Recreation Activities Calendar is out! The winter /spring issue provides infor- mation about activities planned during the months December through Mal, A second issue covering June through November will be published in May. The department invites you to par- ticipate in the wide variety of youth, family and adult recreation oppor- tunities outlined in the calendar. The specifics of each activity are published in the quarterly City newsletter. Discover Us! Child's Birth Date To Cover Registration City Zip I, the undersigned, parent, guardian or participant, do hereby agree to allow the individual(s) named herein to participate in the above men- tioned activity (ies): and I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless from and against any, and all, liability for any injury which may be suf- fered by the aforementioned individual(s) arising out of, or in any way connected with, his/her participation in this activity. ` Parent or Participant Signature J ` Parent or Participant Signature J