WinterCITY OF EAGAN
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
Phone: 454 -8100
GAN NEWS
I-35E IS OPEN!
THE LONE OAK TREE...THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH I N OUR COMMUNITY
The last unfinished segment of Interstate 35 -E between St. Paul and the main 1 -35 in
Burnsville was opened through the City of Eagan on Saturday morning, November 16.
The ceremonies were a joint celebration of Eagan's 125th Birthday and the free-
way opening.
Not only is the new segment of the Interstate expected to clear up traffic problems in
the area, but also to attract new development, create new jobs and add to Eagan's pre -
s •nt tax base.
baturday morning's festivities began with an invitational brunch for elected officials
and other dignitaries at which Governor Rudy Perpich made a surprise appearance
and a short speech.
The actual ribbon cutting ceremonies began at 10:00 a.m. on the Interstate just under
the Yankee Doodle Road bridge. Bands from Rosemount, Apple Valley and Burnsville
High Schools provided music before and after the program. Short speeches were pre-
sented by Senator Dave Durenberger, State Senator Howard Knutson, State Rep-
resentative Art Seaberg, Roger Borg, who is Division Administrator of the Federal
Highway Administration, Richard Braun and Kermit McRae of the Minnesota Depart-
ment of Transportation, Dakota County Commissioner John Voss, Mayor Bea Blom -
quist, Ray Connelly of the Urban Council on Mobility, Ed Michaud and Paul Haugefrom
the Chamber of Commerce, Bret Meier, who is an Eagan high school student, and the
Reverend Loren Nelson.
Following the speeches and the actual cutting of the ribbon, a parade of antique and
vintage automobiles travelled the new roadway. A public reception was then held at
the Yankee Square Inn. The John Metcalf Junior High School Jazz Band provided
music while three to four hundred participants enjoyed pieces of Eagan's birthday
cake, hot cider and other foodstuffs.
The festivities were organized by members of the Eagan City Celebration Committee,
the Eagan Chamber of Commerce and the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
The events were sponsored by Allstate Paving Company; Arcon Construction Com-
pany; M.G. Astleford Company; AVR, Inc.; Bituminous Roadways, Inc.; Donald Borneke
& Sons; DLR Construction Company Enebak Construction; Fredrickson Excavation;
ida Construction Company; and Rainbow, Inc.
December 1985
Volume 8 No. 3
MUNICIPAL
ELECTION RESULTS
At the November 5 municipal election,
voters re- elected Mayor Bea Blomquist
to her fourth two-year term as Mayor of
Eagan and City Councilmember Tom
Egan to his third four -year term. Vic
Ellison was elected to his first four - year h.
term on the City Council.
The votes for mayor totalled 1,846 votes
for Blomquist and 1,642 for challenger
Michael Beard. Blomquist captured the
majority of votes in all fourteen precincts.
Egan received 2,119 votes and also re-
ceived the majority of votes in every pre-
cinct. Ellison received 1,685 votes.
Other Council candiates were Jerry
Thomas with 1,283 votes; Mac Carl! with
1,031 votes; and David Goodell with
442 votes.
Approximately 22% of the City's regis-
tered voters cast ballots, a percentage
which is fairly typical for a municipal
election in Eagan. However, since the
actual number of registered voters has
been increasing with Eagan's popula-
tion growth, more actual voters turned
out for this 1985 election.
Blomquist, Egan and Ellison will begin
their new terms of office January 1, 1986
INSIDE
Snow Removal Information 2
1986 City Budget 2
Advisory Commission
Openings 3
Holiday Hours 5
Winter Recreation Activities 7
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 fastest, most
efficient and economical manner possible. This can only be achieved through a
concerted effort of the residents and the businesses of our community, in
cooperation with our maintenance personnel.
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 day 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 n umbered 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
ticketed 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 out at least eight feet from
the curbline. Also, mailboxes should be checked to insure they are strong
enough to withstand the weight of a growing snow bank as the winter
progresses.
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 -3700.
County Road Plowing
Snow removal on the following roads is the responsibility of the Dakota County
Highway Department:
Nicols Road ( #23)
Lone Oak Road ( #26)
Yankee Doodle Road ( #28)
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 437 -0398.
Thank You!
Your patience, understanding and cooperation are greatly appreciated by
your neighbors and the personnel who will be putting in long hours to clearour
streets as quickly as possible. Please be assured that we will make every effort
to perform this operation in the most efficient manner possible.
CITY OF EAGAN
ELECTED OFFICIALS
Mayor Bea Blomquist
Councilmembers
Thomas Egan James Smith
Jerry Thomas Ted Wachter
new parking regulation may be
Cliff Road ( #32)
Lexington Avenue ( #43)
Dodd Road north of Diffley (#63)
County Road #63A
The City of Eagan is committed to
the policy that all persons shall
have equal access to its programs,
facilities and employment without
regard to race, creed, color, sex,
national origin or handicap.
1986 CITY BUDGET
Preparation of the 1986 budget for the
City of Eagan is presently in the final
review stage. The City Council has been
working on the budget since last r
mer.
Special workshop sessions were held
by the Council during the summer and
fall months to draft the budget. A public
hearing was held September 17th to
gain public input on the budget design
and the levy certification for 1985 was
set at the October 1 CityCouncil meeting.
Taking into consideration the growth
rate of the City of Eagan, the Council
has attempted to be conservative in the
budget process and to fund those
measures which will maintain a constant
level of services for the community. The
1986 proposed general fund budget
totals $6,200,000.
The budget will be printed in January
and a copy will be available for public
inspection at the municpal center. Until
that time, anyone with questions regard-
ing the budget should contact the office
of the City Administrator at 454 -8100.
RABIES CLINIC /DOG
LICENSES
A rabies vaccination clinic will be held
at the Fire Administration Building (Old
City Hall), 3795 Pilot Knob Road,some-
time during Janurary. The actual date
has not yet been set. Watch your local
newspapers or contact the Eagan
Municipal Center, 454- 8100,forfurther
information. Vaccinations will be avail-
able for both dogs and cats.
1986 dog licenses may be purchased
at the same time. All licenses are due
on February 20, 1986. Proof of a current
rabies vaccination bya licensed veterin-
arian is needed; the license cost is
$3.00 if the animal is neutered or spayed
and $6.00 if not. Licenses may be
purchased at City Hall beginning at the
end of December. There is a late charge
of 50 cents per month for licenses not
renewed by February 20.
Dogs must be licensed in Eagan when
they are six months old or within 30
days of moving into the City.1986 licenses
from other cities may be transferred for
50 cents. There is also a 50 cent ch
to replace lost license tags.
ADVISORY COMMISSION
OPENINGS
Interested residents are encouraged
to apply for positions on the City's
' ivisory Planning Commission,
Jvisory Park & Recreation Commis-
sion and the Joint Burnsville /Eagan
Cable Com munications Commission.
The Advisory Planning Commission
meets the fourth Tuesday of each
month to review development plans
and make recommendations to the
CityCouncil. Four appointments will
be made to this commission. The three
year terms of David Bohne, Doris
Wilkins and Michael Wold are expir-
ing. The one year alternate position,
currently held by Lori Trygg, is also
expiring as of December 31, 1985.
The Advisory Park& Recreation Com-
mission meets the first and third
Thursdays 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 recrea-
tion programs. Four appointments
are required to fill the expiring three
year terms of JoAnne Alt, George
Kubik, Doug McNeely and Carolyn.
Thurston.
Cable Communications Commis -
Jn meets the second Thursday of
each month to oversee the adminis-
tration of the joint Burnsville /Eagan
cable television system. Three appoint-
ments will be made to this commis-
sion. The two year terms of Richard
Bertz and Ron Voracek are expiring
and the one year alternate position,
currently held by Ronald Jensen, is
also expiring.
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, 1985. Interviews will
be held the evening of January 14
and appointments will be considered
at the 1985 organizational meeting
of the City Council scheduled for
January 21, 1985.
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The City of Eagan
Presents
THE EAGA\ REPORT
A Television Program
About the Community
For the Community
Hosted by
TOM HEDGES
Eagan City Administrator
EAGAN'S ON TV!
The City of Eagan now has its own television program, The Eagan Report. Pro-
duced by volunteer residents, it is"the television show about the community for
the community." Each month, the half -hour program will focus on timely events
and on general areas of conern and interest in and to our community.
The show is co- hosted by Eagan City Administrator Tom Hedges, and by Pam
Wold, an Eagan resident. Bob Cooper is the volunteer executive producer.
Elected officials, City staff members and citizens of Eagan will appear as guests.
Major issues and events, such as the municipal election and the winter snow
removal program, will be addressed so that Eagan residents will be more fully
informed about their City.
A regular feature of the show is the "Mailbox" segment wherein City Adminis-
trator Hedges will answer questions sent in by residents. If you have a question
about Eagan or any of its programs, procedures or policies, send it to "Mailbox ",
c/o Eagan Report, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122.
The Eagan Report can be seen Monday and Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.
on Cable Channel 3 and Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. on Cable
Channel 10E. Be sure and watch it for an entertaining and informative view of
your city.
A BIRTHDAY PRESENT FOR EAGAN
As a part of the opening ceremonies for 1-35E, the Minnesota Department of Transpor-
tation presented the City of Eagan with a handsome plaque made from a cross section
of the Lone Oak Tree. Important dates and significant historical events are noted on
the plaque, ranging in time from the tree's "birth ", around 1824, to 1984, when it was
cut down.
The 31/2'x 2 plaque is on display in the lobby area of the Eagan Municipal Center and
all residents of Eagan are invited to stop by and see it.
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SNOWMOBILE REGULATIONS
With the arrival (early) of the snows of winter, it is important that snowmobile operators
understand and comply with the City's snowmobile regulations. All state laws, includ-
ing registration, are strictly enforced.
Snowmobiles may not be ridden on any state highway or county road or on any
sidewalk or boulevard area. They may be ridden on a city street only if it is the most
direct route from the rider's home to a riding area. Five miles an hour is the speed limit
on a street; a complete stop must be made at every intersection whether it is marked or
not; riders may only ride single file as close to the right -hand side as possible and may
never pass another vehicle.
Riders must be at least 18 years old or have a snowmobile safety certificate in their
possession. Only public land which is specifically designated and marked for use by
snowmobiles may be utilized. Private property may only be used with the landowner's
permission. There is no snowmobiling allowed after eleven at night on weekdays.
Please contact the Police Department (454 -3700) for answers to any questions about
snowmobile regulations.
RECYCLING AND COMPOST
The City of Eagan Compost Program inaugurated its first permanent compost
site south of City Hall on Saturday, October 19, 1985. To kick off the program,
the City Council sponsored Eagan Clean -Up and Recycling Day in the City Hall
parking lot that same morning. Representatvies of Beermann Services, a local
recycling company, and Goodwill Industries were on hand to dispose of a wide
variety of recyclable materials including glass, metal, paper, tires, motor oil, fur-
niture, clothing and appliances. In addition, the monitored compost site took in
a substantial quantity of leaves, grass clippings and garden wastes. Well over
two hundred persons participated in Eagan Clean -Up and Recycling Day and
many expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to spruce up their
homes, garages and yards.
The Compost Program operated the monitored compost site just south of the
Eagan Municipal Center on Pilot Knob Road on Wednesdays, Saturdays and
Sundays from October 19 to November 24. This is the first yearthat the City has
had a permanent monitored site for its compost activities. Such permanency is
important because it helps the resident develop the habits of use essential for a
program to work. The site will open again in the spring to distribute compost
material and accept wastes from spring clean -up projects.
One aspect of the compost program was less positive than was expected. For a
period of time, the City operated a drop site for compost materials in the south-
west
portion' of the City. The site was intended to allow convenient disposal of
yard wastes at times other than those scheduled for the monitored site. Wastes
were periodically transported to the monitored site by City crews. Neighbors of
the drop site complained about its presence and the City Council has decided
not to use satellite drop sites in the future because of the concerns which were
raised. In addition, residents should be aware that unauthorized dumping in the
City of Eagan is illegal and carries with it a $100.00 fine.
Looking ahead, the future of recycling in Eagan is positive and challenging. The
City has begun to tabulate the results of its recycling surveyto better guage the
needs and wants of its citiziens in this important area. The results will be
reviewed by City officials in the next several months tor purposes of better
tailoring Eagan's recycling and compost program to the community. Watch your
local papers for more news about developments in this area and watch fo r
publicity about Eagan's Spring Clean -Up and Recycling Day early next year.
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WINTER VEHICLE TIPS
The Eagan Police Department has
several tips for motorists for saving
energy and lives during the adverse
weather in the months ahead.
A complete engine tune -up and an
inspection from fan belt to tailpipe
by a reputable garage.
2. Replace worn tires and install snow -
tires.
3. Replenish radiator antifreeze and
windshield washer solutions.
4. Check battery, brakes,and exhaust
systems.
5. Windshield wiper blades should wipe
clear, meaning live rubber in blades
and adequate arm pressure.
6. The heater - defroster should put out
enough warm air to keep the wind-
shield and side windows free of frost
and ice.
7. All lights should be checked and
repaired as needed. Cracked or
broken lenses should be replaced
and kept clear of snow, ice, and mud.
8. Emergency equipment should bestow-
ed in your trunk and kept ready:
booster cables, shovel, tow chain,
warning flares, traction mats and the
type of chains recommended for your
car. Some late model cars require
the new "limited clearance" chains.
Check with your owner's manual or
dealer.
9. Preparation of an emergency kit
should become a routine step in
"winterizing" your car. This kit might
include the following items: heavy
coats or blankets, hats, gloves,
matches, candles, candy bars. It's
also a good idea to keep your gas
tank closer to full than empty.
Lastly, rememberto obeythe speed limits
and to remember that these limits ,, re
always maximums - weather, road, '
traffic conditions frequently dictate muL:n
slower speeds, especially during the
wintertime.
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24 -HOUR EMERGENCY
CARE CENTER
Eagan residents enjoy many of the
amenities of a full service community
^nd the City is proud of the many ways it
;ves its citizens.An area of increasing
concern exists, however, with regard to
full service, round - the -clock emergency
medical services.The City's rapidly grow-
ing population, substantial industrial
community and major highway network
heighten the need for such a facility and
community leaders have made it a prior-
ity to meet this need in the near future.
To accomplish this end, the City Council,
its Economic Development
and the Chamber of Commerce have
approved and distributed a position
paper on 24 -Hour Emergency Health
Care for the City of Eagan. The paper
outlines Eagan's current and projected
needs for health care and asserts the
City's commitment to quality health care
of a scale and scope sufficient to serve
Eagan on an ongoing basis. Copies of
the position paper can be obtained by
contacting the Eagan Municipal Center,
454 -8100.
The position paper has generated sub-
stantial interest from several metropolitan
area hospitals. The City Administrator's
office has had preliminary meetings with
se health care providers to discuss
.a services they are willing to locate in
Eagan. Formal proposals are expected
in the coming months and the City
Council looks forward to this opportunity
to better meet community needs. Watch
City Council agendas for items about
the 24 -Hour Emergency Care Center.
You are encouraged to take a part in
public discussions of this important issue.
HOLIDAY HOURS
Eagan City offices will observe the follow-
ing schedule during the upcoming holi-
day season.
Offices will be open the regular hours of
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except for Tuesday, December
24, when the offices will close at noon,
and Wednesday, December 25, and
Wednesday, January 1, when offices
will be closed the entire day.
In case of emergency, the Police Depart-
ment is open 24 hours a day, seven days
a week.
Q°ECIAL NOTE: The regular Advisory
fining Commission meeting for
uecember will be held Thursday,
December 19.
HAVE YOU READ ANY GOOD BOOKS LATELY?
Do you spend more time driving to and from work than you do in your favorite
easy chair with a good book? Your Dakota County Library can help. The Audio
Visual Department offers books on cassettes by such best - selling authors as
John LeCarre, Alistair MacLean, Jack Higgins, Dick Francis, James Herriot,
Charles Dickens and Nevil Shute. Cassettes are loaned on yourcurrent Dakota
County Library card for a three -week period. Books are narrated by either their
authors or well -known actors. Some are abridged to three hours or less, and
some are complete. Recordings are on a single cassette or on a set of six or
more.
Choose your favorite author from the list of talking books and enjoy! Maybe
you'll find it a pleasant way to catch up on your "reading".
SUNDAY BROWSING
The Eagan Library is open on Sundays from one to five o'clock. This is a popular
day for families to come to the library and spend time 'checking it out' together.
Whether you are looking for something specific or just want to browse the
shelves to see what's new, visit the library on Sunday afternoon.
HOMEBOUND SERVICE
Library users who are confined on a temporary or permanent basis are
discovering the pleasure of reading does not need to end. With the library's
service to homebound, materials are chosen by library staff and checked out on
a four -week loan period. This material may include hardcovers, paperbacks,
large print books, magazines, pamphlets and audio cassettes. When these
materials are ready for delivery they are picked up and delivered by DARTS
(Dakota Area Referral and Transportation for Seniors). , Volunteers are also
needed to deliver these materials. If you would like to help with this program
call 452 -9600 for more information.
OPEN TO SERVE YOU
The Eagan Library is open sixty -one hours each week to serve you. On Monday,
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday you can get help until 8:30 p.m., and on
Friday and Saturday until 5:30 p.m.: A friendly and helpful staff is waiting to
serve you whether you are looking for a good book or checking out a warmer
place to escape our Minnesota winter. Come in from the cold and spend time
getting to know us.
You can find out more about these services and current programs by visiting
your Eagan Library Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.,
Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday (September
through May) from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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1860-1985
Metropolitan Airports Commission
6040 - 28th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55450
Metropolitan Aircraft Sound
Abatement Council
6040 - 28th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55450
Federal Aviation Administration
6311'. - 34th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55430
Eagan residents enjoy the convenience of living minutes from the Twin Cities
International Airport. The price for this convenience is the periodic nuisance of
aircraft noise. If you are bothered by an aircraft noise event, you can register a
complaint with the Metropolitan Airports Commission and you can express your
concerns to your local. officials. The City of Eagan encourages you to report
excessive noise to help insure a sound- controlled environment.
Metropolitan Airports Commission
Noise Complaints:
Control Tower.
Runway Information Hotline:
City of Eagan
Jon Hohenstein:
726- 941' 1
726 -9255
726 -8170
454 -8100
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State Senator Howard Knutson
Rm. 125 State Office Bldg.
St. Paul, MN 55155
Address Noise Correspondence To:
City of Eagan
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
Rep. Bill Frenzel
8120 Penn Ave S.
Bloomington, MN 55431
Sen. Rudy Boschwitz
210 Bremer Bldg.
419`Robert St.
St. Paul, MN55102
Sen. Dave Durenberger
1020, Plymouth Bldg.
12 S. 6th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55403
State `Rep. Art Seaberg
S ate Office Bld
St Paul MN
The City also has a committee which is studying airport noise, its effect on the
City of Eagan and possiblesolutions to the problem. Any resident who wishes to
be considered for membership on this committee should submit a letter to the
CityAdministrator, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122, before December
31, 1985.
"CRIME PREVENTION TIPS OF THE MONTH"
* When shopping - never leave packages in an unlocked vehicle, thieves like parking Tots, especially at Christmastime.
* If your apartment building garage has an automatic garage door, wait a moment or two after you pull inside to make sure
that someone lurking outside doesn't use this opportunity to get inside your garage. Once inside a thief has a relatively
easy time going through your neighbors' and your cars without much fear of being detected. Those few extra seconds
can save hundreds of dollars in stolen auto parts and increased insurance premiums for us all.
* Any time you need a police car, an ambulance or the Fire Department- Dial 9 -1 -1. The system works and works well, so if
there is any type of emergency or crime in progress- use 9-1-1. The call will go directly to the emergency dispatcher at the
Eagan Police Station and may save time and lives.
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IDEA
Are you looking for an attractive unique
present to give at Christmastime this
year? May we suggest the history book
of the City of Eagan, "Lone Oak Years."
which was just published.
The book is a collection of fascinating
facts, remembrances, stories, pictures
and maps which present the history of
Eagan and the area from earliest times.
Bound in a rich, dark green, hard cover
imprinted with gold, the 81/2"x 11" book
contains over 230 pages and includes
more than 150 photographs. It is equally
interesting to long -time Eagan residents,
those just arrived, and those who have
had to move away.
The price of the history is $8.95, includ-
ing tax. It is available at the Eagan
Municipal Center or at the Eagan Library.
And for stocking presents, the City is
offering for sale pieces of the original
Lone Oak Tree imprinted with a wood
burned logo. The pieces cost $1.50
each. Plain pieces are also available.
WINTER
RECREATION ACTIVITIES
OUTDOOR SKATING RINKS
The outdoor skating season i n the City of Eagan w begin i n m December,
subject to weather conditions. Warming house hours will be as follows
Sundays: Noon - 9 :00 p m
Saturdays & School Vacation Days: 10:00 am. -- 9:00 p.m.
Christmas & New Year's Eve Days: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Christmas Day: Closed
New Year's Day: Noon - 4:00 p.m.
School Days: 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Warming houses will be open during the hours listed unless one of the fol
conditions exist:
1. The wind chill factor is -25° or colder.
2. Three or more inches of snow have fallen and the rinks
been cleared.
3. Warm temperatures soften ice, making the rinks unskateable.
The Highview rink will be closed on Tuesday, Wednesday and
evenings when school is in session,
Cars at all rinksites areto be parked in the parking lots provided or on the street.
Cars parked on maintenance roadways, boulevards or on park field areas next
to a warming house or rink are subject to being tagged. Your cooperation is
asked for the safety of skaters and in order to prevent costly turf repairs in
the spring.
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SKATING RINK LOCATIONS:
CLASS A RINKS
Rahn Park: On Sandstone Drive next to Rahn School.
Well Site Park: On Pilot Knob Road just north of Cliff Road.
Goat Hill Park: On Lexington Avenue, just north of Wilderness Run Road.
CLASS B RINKS
Carnelian Park: iOn Carnelian Lane at Blackhawk Road.
Woodhaven Park: On Gold Trail, southeast of Beau. D'Rue Drive.
Pilot Knob Park: On Lone Oak Road, 1 /2 mile east of Highway 13.
Ridgecliff -Park: On Covington Lane, "1 block west of Johnny Cake.
CLASS C RINKS
Park: On Skyline Drive, two blocks west of Pilot Knob Road.
Lexington Park: On McKee Street, two blocks east of Lexington Avenue.
RINKS WITHOUT ATTENDED WARMING HOUSES:
Cedar Pond Park: On. Diff ley Road, three blocks east of Moots Ruud.
Country Home Park: On Beam Lane at Egan Avenue.
Burr Oaks Park: On Chapel Lane, two blocks east of Highway 149.
Evergreen Park: On Lodgepole Drive, west of Pilot Knob Road.
rinks at pond sites will be cleared when the ice is safe.
HOLIDAY PUPPET SHOW
When: Friday, December 27, 1985,
10:00 A.M.
Where: Community Room, 3795 Pilot
Knob Road
The Shiffelley Puppeteers present
"Slurpy The Snowman ". The Eagan Parks
and Recreation Department invites boys
and girls, moms and dads to come to see
this delightful show. No fee is charged
and registration is not required.
TINY TOTS
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Tiny Tots, a program for children ages 3,
4, and 5 is offered quarterly. Activites
such as games, singing, crafts, stories
and group play are conducted.
Fall, winter and spring sessions are
offered in the Rahn Park Building (R)
and in the Community Room (CR). Each
session is 10 weeks in length.
Registration Fee: $40.00, pre- registra-
tion is required.
Winter Sections: Begin the week of
January 6, 1986.
A) M & W
B) M &W
C) T & TH
D) T & TH
E) T & Th
10:00 AM - Noon (R)
1:00 - 3:00 PM (R)
10:00 AM - Noon (R)
1:00 - 3:00 PM (R)
10:00 AM - Noon (CR)
Registration Deadline: January 3, 1986.
CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAILS
Groomed, cross country ski trails are maintained in the City of Eagan. The
beginner and the more experienced skier can equally be challenged by the
trails in scenic settings.
Blue Cross /Blue Shield: A beginners' trail will be set, groomed and maintained
on the Blue Cross /Blue Shield property this winter. The trail will be located
north of the building on the aea that provides soccer activity during the summer
and fall.
Easy access parking will be available in the Blue Cross /Blue Shield north
parking lot.
The trail will take advantage of a gentle slope and flat surfaces. Beginning
skiers will enjoy this trail for practicing their kick and glide, and they will dare to
take a hill head -on.
Blackhawk Park provides a ski trail one mile in length over hilly terrain. 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. The
parking lot is located to the west of Lexington Avenue, Y2 mile north of Diffley
Road. The trail entrance is readily accessible from the parking area.
Lebanon Hills Regional Park: Well- groomed ski trails wind through wooded
area, up and down hills, and around scenic lakes and ponds.
For the novice, a beginner's trail,.8 miles long, is located just east of the Schultz
Lake parking lot. For the more advanced, over 10 miles of intermediate trails
await you.
Intermediate trail heads are located at both Schultz Lake and Holland Lake
entrances off Cliff Road in the eastern portion of Lebanon Hills Regional Park.
Access to the western ski trails is located at the Diamond "T" Ranch off Pilot
Knob Road.
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DANCE FOR CHILDREN
Dance lessons for children ages 3 through
10 are offered. The spring session will
begin on March 5, 1986.
Classes are 1 /2 hour in length and rur,
10 weeks. Jazz, tap and novelty dance
steps are learned. Morning and after
school sessions are offered.
All classes meet on Wednesdays in the
Community Room of the Fire Administra-
tion Building.
Registration Fee: $20.00
Sections:
A) 10:00 -10:30 AM
B) 10:30- 11:OOAM
C) 4:30- 5:00 PM
D) 5:00- 5:30 PM
Registration Deadline:
February 26, 1986
3, 4 & 5 year olds
3, 4 & 5 year olds
5, 6 & 7 year olds
8, 9 & 10 year olds
SLIDING HILLS
Hills in several neighborhood and
community parks have been designated
as official sliding areas. The hill to be
used will be posted foryourconvenk
On street parking will be the usual prac-
tice at neighborhood parks.
Trapp Farm Park: North of Wilderness
Run Road, west of Lynx Court. The
sliding hill runs from west to east.
Blackhawk Park: Palisade Way at River-
ton Avenue. The sliding hill is toward the
right from the park entrance. Slide from
south to north.
Woodhaven Park: On Gold Trail, south-
east of Beau D'Rue Drive. Slide from
west to east.
Cedar Pond Park: On Diffley Road at
Diamond Drive Park on Garnet Lane.
Slide from west to east.
Peridot Path: On Turquoise Trail at
Serpentine Drive. Slide from west to
east.
Rahn Park: Off Rahn Road, south of
Rahn School. Slide from south to north.
Country Home Park: On Egan Avenue
at Beam Lane. Slide east to west.
Burr Oaks Park: On Chapel Lane at
Highway 149. Slide west to east.
ADULT SKI LESSONS
The Parks & Recreation Department
offers beginner cross country ski lessons
for adults. The lessons may be taken using
" "our own equipment or with rental skis
d boots.
Dates: January 4, 11 & 18, 1986
Times:
A) 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.
B) 11:00 - 12:15 a.m. (For those who
have never skied).:;
C) 12:30 - 1:45 p. m.
The first class sessions will meet indoors
at the individually scheduled class time
in the Community Room of the Fire
Administration Building, 3795 Pilot Knob
Road. The indoor sessions will cover care
and use of equipment, suggested attire,
safety aspects and the skills to be used
during the two outdoor lessons.
Rental skis and boots will be reserved for
class members at Diamond "T' Ranch,
located on the west side of Pilot Knob
Road approximately 1 /2 mile south of
Cliff Road.
The two outdoor sessions will be held in
Lebanon Hills Regional Park at the
Schultz Lake ski trail, south off Cliff Road
1 miles east of Pilot Knob Road.
Class Fee:
1.00 with own equipment
.9.00 with rental equipment; indicate
height and shoe size.
Registration Deadline:
December 31, 9185.
TO RESERVE A RINK
All hockey team practices are scheduled
by the Parks & Recreation Department
through the hockey association's facili-
ties representative.
Broomball games are scheduled by the
Parks & Recreation Department and
require a permit. All broomball activity
occurs at Highview and Woodhaven
Parks.
Special event skating parties for 4H
Clubs, scout troops, church groups, etc.,
require a permit in order to avoid conflict
with previously scheduled events.
To receive a permit, please call the Parks
& Recreation Department at 454 -8100,
at least one week prior to the planned
it.
A WINTER WEEKEND VACATION IN EAGAN
During the weekend of February 7 -9, 1986, the Eagan Parks and Recreation
Department will sponsor the following winter weekend vacation in Eagan events.
Winter is a wonderful time to take advantage of the out -of- doors. Adults and
children alike are invited to participate.
PLEASURE SPEED /DISTANCE SKATE
Friday, February 7, 1986
7:00 P.M., Goat Hill Skating Rink
Whether your blades are long, hockey or figure. Whether you are 6 years old or
92. Whetheryou skate leisurely or pell-mell; join the crowd gathered around the
pleasure skate oval at Goat Hill Park off Lexington Avenue, just north of Wilder -
ness Run Road, on Friday evening, February 7.
A challenge to all: To set a goal and skate it. Feel the wind to your back, hear the
swish of your blades on the ice and breathe in the crisp fresh air. Then, join
Parks and Recreation in a cup of hot cider.
FISHING BRAGGING RITES
Saturday, February 8, 1986
1 :30.4:30 P.M., Carlson Lake
Rumor has it that "Jaws" has taken up residence in Carlson Lake. Perhaps
Humphrey the Humpback Whale has taken another wrong turn. Another rumor
has it that there may be fish in Carlson Lake.
Bundle up the family, grab the fishing poles and ice auger and join in on the fun. It
all starts happening at the public access to the lake off Carlson Lake Lane at
Malmo Circle.
Parks and Recreation will serve hot cider and hear all fish stories in their
glorious detail.
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M OONLIGHT SKIING
Saturday, February 8, 1986
7:00 P.M., Blue Cross /Blue Shield Cross Country Ski Tail
The Cross Country Ski Trail at Blue Cross /Blue Shield will be outfitted for
moonlight skiing on the evening of February 8. Candle illuminaria will markthe
trail for your enjoyment.
Hot cider will be served from 7 - 9 p.m. Join us in this adventure.
SLIDING PARTY AND WINTER PICNIC
Sunday, February 9, 1986
Noon - 4:00 P.M., Trapp Farm Park
Parks and Recreation will host a family sliding party and winter picnic near the
shores of Schwanz Lake in Trapp Farm Park on Sunday, February 9.
A roaring bonfire will provide warmth between slides down the hill and the
wherewithal to cook your hotdogs. Hot cider will be served;, by Parks and
Recreation.
Inner tubes will be on site for an alternate ride from your own miniboggans and
flying saucers. Join us for an afternoon of family fun at Trapp Farm Park
Bus Returns:
Approximately 4'30 P.M.
Cost
Lift Ticket Only - $15.00
Lift Ticket & Lesson - $16.00
Lift Ticket & Rental - $20.00
Lift Ticket, Rental Equipment
& Lesson - $21.00
Deadline:
Friday, January 10, 1986
TRIPS AND TOURS
The outings listed on these two pages are co- sponsored by the Apple Valley,
Eagan, and Rosemount Parks and Recreation Departments. Registration may be
made with any of the Recreation Departments.
"NOTE: NO REFUNDS will be issued after the registration deadline of an outing.
Please specify pick up point when you register
DOWNHILL SKIING
AT AFTON ALPS
Friday, January 17, 1986
Join us for a great day of skiing when
we go to Afton Alps, located 15 miles
east of St. Paul. With 18 chairlifts and
34 runs of varying degrees of difficulty,
everyone can have hours of fun! Les-
sons at all levels and rental equipment
packages are available. Participants
must provide their own lunch.
Who: All 6, 7 & 8 graders
Bus Departs:
Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 8:15 A.M.
Hayes Community Center- 8:30 A.M.
Rosemount Mall - 8:45 A.M.
SLIDING AT ORCHARDS GARDENS
.\ Thursday, January 2, 1986
Don't miss out onthehiriliofthewintertimewhenweventuretoOrchardGar-
dens for two hours of fue packed innertubing. This trip is for children 6 years
of age and older. Innerti bes are provided. Beverages and foods are sold at
the hill.
Who: 6 years of age and o' er
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Cost: $6.00 ,
Bus Departs: Cedarvare Shoppirig Mall - 11:00 A.M. (
Rosemount Middle Scc,h,00l - 11:15 A.M. (,
Ha s Community Ceti- 11:30 A.M.
Bus Returns. ayes Community Center 3:00 P.M.
Rosemount Middle School - ' P.M.
Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 3:30 P.M.
Registration Deadline: Friday, December 27, 1985
OLD LOG THEATRE
"ALONE TOGETHER" — LUNCH
F riday, January 17, 1896
Join us for a delicious baked pork lunch and the delightful comedy
"Alone Together" at the Old Log Dinner Theatre. The play will have
you laughing from start to finish as a middle -aged couple are finally
alone for the first time in 35 years after sending the last of three
sons off to college. The time is short, however, because all three
sons who have left the nest come home to roost. You won't want to
miss all the fun!
Date: Friday, January 17, 1985.
Cost: Adult — $19.50, Seniors — $18.50 (Includes lunch, show, tax,
gratuity and transportation).
Bus Departs: Ken Rose Shopping Center- 10:45 A.M.
Hayes Community Center- 11:00 A.M.
Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 11:45 A.M.
Bus Returns: Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 4:30 P.M.
Hayes Community Center- 4:45 P.M.
Ken Rose Shopping Center- 5:00 P.M.
Deadline: January 10, 1986
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DULUTH'S SPIRIT MOUNTAIN - SKIING
Friday, January 24, 1986
Secondary schools are closed Friday,: January 24, 1986, so let's go
skiing. There's nothing quite like Spirit Mountain's exciting slopes
to provide a fun - filled action - packed day of skiing. This outing would
make an excellent Christmas gift for even the hardest to please
teenager.
Date: Friday, January 24, 1986
Cost: Grades 6 -12 - $25.00 (Includes lift ticket, deluxe motor
coach transportation, breakfast snack and free ski rental.)
Adult-$26.00 (Includes lift ticket, deluxe motor coach trans-
portation and breakfast snack.)
Adult- $35.00 (Includes lift ticket, deluxe motor coach trans-
portation, breakfast snack and ski rental.)
Bus Departs: Ken Rose Shopping Center- 6:30 A.M.
Hayes Community Center - 6:45 A.M.
Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 7:00 A.M.
Bus Returns: Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 9:30 P.M.
Hayes Community Center - 9:45 P.M.
Ken Rose Shopping Center- 10:00 P.M.
Registration Deadline: Monday, January 20, 1986
Note: Lunch and supper are on your own. Chalet facilities and con-
cessions are available and a brief stop will be made on the trip home
for supper.
WOODY HERMAN &
HIS BIG BAND
Ordway Music Theatre
and Dinner
Tuesday, February 25, 1986
This evening of grandeur begins with din-
ner in the warm atmosphere of Pacific
Gardens. The menu is a limited selection
of Oriental and American cuisine. After
dinner we will listen to the King of the Big
Band era and his classic hits - "Wood -
choppers Ball ", "Blues in the Night" and
more! Reserved tickets are at orchestra
level. Don't miss this grand event at the
magnificent Ordway Theatre.
Cost:
$32.00 - includes deluxe motor coach,
tickets, and dinner.
Bus Departs:
Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 5:00 P.M.
Hayes Community Center- 5:15 P.M.
Rosemount Mall - 5:30 P.M.
Bus Returns:
Approximately 10:45 P.M.
Deadline: Monday, February 3, 1986
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Cost: $8.50 /person
Deadline: March 20, 1986.
EXPERIENCE
MINNEAPOLIS &
GOOD COMPANY
Wednesday, March 5, 1986
We are going to be on T.V.... join us! This
outing will begin at the K.S.T. P. studios in
Minneapolis /St. Paul to see the filming of
"Good Company". After filming we will
move over to the Walker Art Center for
Lunch in their Gallery 8 restaurant. The
Gallery 8 is located on the eighth floor of
the Walker Art Center and features a
cafeteria style menu which will offer a
variety of items for your enjoyment.
Following lunch will be a guided tour of
the Walker Art Centerwith time to browse
afterwards. Cost of lunch is not included
and is on your own.
Cost
$6.00 /person (includes transportation via
school bus and tours.)
Bus Leaves:
Ken Rose Shopping Center- 9:30 A.M.
Hayes Community Center- 9:45 A.M.
Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 10:00 A.M.
Bus Returns:
Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 4:15 P.M.
Hayes Community Center - 4:30 P.M.
Ken Rose Shopping Center- 4:45 P.M.
Deadline: February 21, 1986.
ROLLERSKATING & PIZZA PARTY
Monday, March 24, 1986
Come join us for an exciting afternoon of rollerskating at Skateville
of Burnsville, followed by a pizza party at Chuck E. Cheese. All ages
welcome; children under8 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants should be capable of skating on their own. Registra-
tion fees include: skate rental, individual mini pizzas, soft drink, and
$1.00 in game tokens at Chuck E. Cheese. Participants should
bring extra money if they want refreshments at Skateville or
additional game tokens at Chuck E. Cheese.
Who: Anyone who rollerskates
Where: Skateville & Chuck E. Cheese
Bus Departs: Rosemount Middle School - 12:15
Hayes Community Center - 12:30
Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 12:45
Bus Returns: Cedarvale Shopping Mall - 4:45
Hayes Community Center - 5:00
Rosemount Middle School - 5:15
EAGAN SENIOR CITIZENS
Eagan seniors meet twice each month
in the Community Room of the Fire
Administration Building, 3795 Pilot Knob
Road. Meetings are held from 1:00 - 4:00
PM on the second Wednesday and fourth
Tuesday.
Trips are planned three or four times a
year. Recent trips have been to the Old
Log Theatre, on the Josiah Snelling and
to the Old Country Buffet.
Pot luck lunches are regularly held. Other
activites have i ncluded bingo, 500,
Eucre, and entertainment such as
accordian music and story telling. The
fun is in getting together.
If you are an Eagan Senior and wish to
be placed on the mailing list to receive
the monthly program announcements,
please call Parks and Recreation at
454 -8100.
REGISTRATION
INFORMATION
December 16, 1985, is the opening date
for registration for all winter programs
sponsored bythe Parks and Recreation
Department. Registrations are accep-
ted in person or by mail at the Eagan
Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road.
Office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p. m. for
in- person registration.
Programs for which registration is re-
quired:
Cross country ski lessons for adults.
Dance lessons for children.
Dog Obedience.
Tiny Tots recreational activities.
Trips and tours.
ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE TO BE MADE IN PERSON
OR BY MAIL
Eagan Parks & Recreation Department
Name
Address
Phone Business *
Name of Acitivity
Other Activity Information (day, time, section,
* of tickets, etc.)
Make check payable to: City of Eagan
Enclosed is $ to cover registration.
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DOG OBEDIENCE
Dog obedience training is offered quar-
terly. Classes meet on Thursday evenings.
The winter session begins on January 9,
1986.
Dogs should be nine months old or
to train effectively. A certificate of rabies
vaccination must be brought to the first
class session.
The handler may be an adult or youth,
eleven years or older, however, the same
individual is to work the dog each week.
Equipment required is a choke chain and
a six foot leather leash.
Dogs registered forthe novice class must
have taken beginner lessons previously.
Registration Fee: $15.00 pre- registra-
tion required.
Class Times: Beginner 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Novice 7:15- 8:15 p.m.
Where: Community Room, FireAdminis-
tration Building.
Registration Deadline: January 3, 1986.
REFUND POLICY
Registration fees for programs can-
celled by Parks and Recreation will
fully refunded. A $2.00 service fee
be charged for registration can-
cellations made prior to the start of an
activity or its registration deadline. No
refunds can be made after registration
deadlines or the start of an acitivity.
ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE TO BE MADE IN PERSON
OR BY MAIL
Eagan Parks & Recreation Department
Name
Address
Phone Business #
Name of Activity
Other Activity Information (day, time, section,
# of tickets, etc.)
Make check payable to: City of Eagan
Enclosed is $ to cover registration.