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1990-12 Eagan News & Discover UsCITY OF EAGAN 3830 PILOT KNOB ROAD EAGAN, MN 55122 EAGAN NEWS DECEMBER 1990 VOLUME 13 NO. 4 PHONE: 454-8100 THE LONE OAK TREE...THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMISSION OPENINGS Interested residents are encouraged to apply for positions on the City's Advisory Planning Commission, Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission, the Joint Burnsville/ Eagan Cable Communications Commission, the Airport Relations Committee and the Economic Development Commission. 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 recrea- tion 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 Tuesday 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 neighbor- hoods and representatives from the business community are especially encouraged to apply to this committee. , ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION The Economic Development Commission regularly meets the fourth Tuesday of each month to review policies and issues pertaining to economic development and redevelopment in the City of Eagan. Members each represent different categories of business interests. Applicants must either reside in or do business in the City of Eagan. 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, 1990. Interviews are tentatively scheduled to be held the evening of Tuesday, January 8, 1991. Appointments will be considered at the 1991 organizational meeting of the City Council scheduled for January 15, 1991. INSIDE Airport Issues 2 1991 Budget 3 Snow Removal Info 4 Rabies Clinic 5 Blackhawk Park 6 Winter Animal Care 6 Cable TV 6 Library Notes 7 Police 8 Safety Tips 9 Telephone Numbers 1tl Hero Highlights 1 1 HOLIDAY HOURS Eagan City Offices will observe the following schedule during the upcoming holiday season. Offices will be open the regular hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for Monday, December 24, when the offices will close at noon, and Tuesday, December 25, and Tuesday, January 1, 1991, 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: Thomas Egan Councilmembers: Dave Gustafson Pam McCrea Tim Pawlenty Ted Wachter AIRPORT CONSIDERS RUNWAY ADDITIONS The Metropolitan Airports Commission is considering three alternatives for adding runways to Minneapolis -St. Paul International Airport. The alternatives are part of the MAC's thirtyyear comprehensive planning process which was mandated by the state legislature. The potential for additional runways will be weighed against the potential for a replacement airport as part of the state's dual track airport planning effort. The three alternatives are as follows: Concept A would add a new parallel runway north of the existing parallels, Concept B would add a new parallel runway south of the existing parallels, Concept C would add a new north -south runway near Cedar Avenue. Concepts A and B would result in more air traffic in and around the Eagan -Mendota Heights industrial corridor while Concept C would introduce more aircraft between Cedar Avenue and Pilot Knob Road. In a series of decisions between now and 1997, the legislature will balance the impacts of these concepts against the value of the existing airport to the metropolitan area. A primary consideration will be whether the existing airport, with or without expansion can absorb additional growth in air traffic for the foreseeable future. Depending on the location of a new airport, relocation would result in more or less dislocation to the businesses and residents of the area that depend on it. The public, cities and state agencies will be asked to contribute positions and comments as a part of the decision-making process. The relative impacts of these alternatives is being considered by the City Council and its Airport Relations Committee and will be the subject of a joint meeting to be held on Tuesday, December 11, 1990 at 5:30 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center. The public is welcome to. r WHEN NOISE ANNOYS As is highlighted by the issue described above, having the airport as a neighbor has many benefits for businesses and residents of Eagan. It also results in the serious problem of aircraft noise impacts for many. If you are bothered by an aircraft noise event, note as much as possible about the aircraft, its location, the direction of flight and time of occurance and call the MAC Noise Abatement Hotline - 726-9411. L J • EAGAN HISTORY BOOK For a special Christmas pres- ent, may we suggest the history book of the City of Eagan,' 'Lone Oak Yeats." The price of the book is just $5.00, including tax. The 8" x 11" hardcover book contains over 230 pages and includes more than 150 historic pho- tographs. The history book is available for purchase at the Eagan Municipal Cen- ter and the Eagan Branch of the Dakota County Library. STORAGE AND DISPOSAL OF REFUSE The City Code has certain requirements regarding the storage and disposal of garbage and other refuse. The intent of this code is to avoid loose trash and/or plastic trash bag storage of garbage for pickup because they are more likely to tip over or split open. The City Code states: It is unlawful for any person to store garbage or other refuse on a residential premises for more than one week. All refuse must be stored in water -tight, metal or plastic containers of five gallon capacity or more with tight fitting covers. Yard wastes may be stored in plastic bags and tree limbs may be bundled. It is unlawful to for any person to deposit garbage or other refuse from any source, in any place other than a sanitary landfill or County facility. These requirements insure that all residents of Eagan can enjoy the beauty of our City and can help to reduce unsightly refuse in our community. 2 • FALL ELECTIONS Special circumstances involved in the November 6, 1990 general election were unprecedented in Minnesota his- tory. For Eagan election officials, this meant a number of changes including adapting the training manual to address the new situations. Election judges had to manually strike the governor's race from the ballot and add a paper ballot. In Eagan, there was also a levy referendum in one of three school districts necessi- tating a different ballot for District 196 voters. Because of the concern regarding candidate stickers being affixed to the ballot which could disable voting equip- ment, Eagan officials elected to examine all ballots for stickers after the polls closed before processing them through the optical scanners. Unfortunately, a few District 196 voters received the wrong ballot as did some non -district voters. Officials esti- mate that mistakes were made with fewer than 1% of the total voting. Additional steps will be taken in the future to elimi- nate this problem entirely. Voter turnout was very high result- ing in long waits in some precincts. Minnesota Statutes specifically preclude any changes in precinct boundaries be- tween 1987 and 1992. With a City grow- ing as rapidly as Eagan, this has resulted in large precincts in high growth areas. When redistricting occurs, the congres- sional districts will be changed first, fol- lowed by state districts, after which the cities can change precinct boundaries in 1992. The City, therefore, expects to have new precincts in place for the elec- tions in the fall of 1992, assuming all redistricting stays on schedule. THE CITY OF EAGAN IS AN 1AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER I L J This newsletter is printed on recylced paper. • • • • • EAGAN'S 1991 CITY BUDGET SUBJECT OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Eagan held a public hearing to receive comments on its 1991 Budget on Tuesday, December 4,1990, at 7:00 p.m. at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Eagan's proposed 1991 General Fund operating budget for 1991 totals $11,109,160, compared with a budget of $10,767,130 in 1990. In anticipation of budget constraints for the coming year, the City's budget priorities were: (1) To maintain a constant level of public services, (2) To minimize new programs and services which would require additional personnel or capital com- mitments, (3) To anticipate adjustments in the costs of motor fuels, insurance, man- dated services and other factors beyond the City's control, and (4) To present a balanced budget, while holding property taxes as constant as possible. The 3.2% increase represents the Council and staff's best effort to achieve these budget priorities. This compares to a city-wide population increase of 3.5% and an anticipated market value tax base increase of approximately 12%. The goods and services the City utilizes are affected, as are those of residents, by increases in consumer prices which are growing at an annualizedrate of 5.6% so far in 1990. In short, the City will have more residents and more improved properties representing a broader tax base to support a budget which is increasing at less than the rate of inflation. While we cannot guarantee that the City's portion of your individual tax bill will go down, the City is making every effort to stretch the taxpayer's dollar. We will continue to strive to provide the quality municipal services Eagan residents demand at the lowest possible cost. Copies of the Eagan City Budget may be reviewed at City offices during regular business hours. WATER RESOURCE COORDINATOR NAMED The City has recently hired Mr. Rick Brasch as its new Water Resource Coordi- nator. Mr. Brasch will be responsible for the overall administration of the recently adopted `Eagan Water Quality Management Plan". The plan focuses on improving and maintaining water quality in Eagan's diverse network of recreational ponds and lakes. To achieve this goal efforts will be made towards reducing non -point sources of pollution (primarily phosphorus) entering the City's stormwater drainage system. Among managementrequirement various alternatives will be the re uirement for on-site treatment in new developments, education of residents on waysthey can help, and the design of nutrient ponds intended to act as treatment basins. Also included in Mr. Brasch's duties will be the coordination of water sampling and monitoring programs, basin maintenance practices, erosion and sediment control, and inter -governmental coordination. The City of Eagan welcomes Mr. Brasch to the community and -looks forward to his many contributions in implementing the Water Quality Management Plan. 3 • 1 i i• i 1 1 1• i i i 1• i i i 1• ▪ The Eagan News is distributed • ▪ four times a year as a public • service by the Eagan City Council. • • The newsletter is prepared • through the office of the City Ad- ministrator. • • 1 • • SNOW REMOVAL INFORMATION Winter has arrived and brings with it the Public Works Department's responsibility to perform its snow removal and ice control program in the 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. Snow Plowing Routes With the addition of many new streets in Eagan, the Public Works Department will be contracting one mainline route and one cul-de-sac route for snow plowing in the easterly area of the City. For the '90 -'91 snow season, this will bring our total to 12 mainline and 11 cul-de-sac routes, which will have the responsibility to maintain more than 200 miles of streets and over 475 cul- de-sacs or dead ends. Cul -De -Sac Plowing In order to complete our snow plow routes in the most efficient manner, the Public Works Department will be incorporat- ing the cul-de-sacs into our mainline routes. Depending on type of equipment, amount of snow, and other weather conditions, 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 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 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 maybe ticketed and/or towed. Questions If you have any questions regarding snow removal procedures, please contact the Superintendent of Streets at 454-5220. Any questions pertaining to avehicle that has been towed should be directed to the Police Department at 454-3900. For an update on snow removal operation 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 County 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. r L EAGAN PARKING BAN NOV 15 TO APRIL 15 6 A.M. TO 6 P.M. PARKING ODD DAYS EVEN DAYS ODD SIDE EVEN SIDE 1 Your patience, understanding and cooperation are greatly appre- ciated by your neighbors and the personnel who will be putting in long hours to clear our streets as quickly as possible. Please be as- sured that we will make every effort to perform this operation in the most efficient manner possible. 1 A TIMELY REMINDER!! PLEASE CONTINUE TO 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 the curb. PLEASE BE SURE THAT RECYLEABLE CONTAINERS ARE ALSO SET IN AT LEAST EIGHT FEET FROM THE CURBLINE. Your attention and cooperation will help to assure that our Citywide recycling effort will be successful. CAPON! OUTDOOR SCULPTURE GARDEN The Eagan City Council recently passed a resolution in support of the creation of the Caponi Outdoor Sculp- ture Garden and the establishment of a Foundation to promote the facility. Mr. Caponi is a long time Eagan resident, Chairman of the Art Depart- ment at Macalaster College, and a na- tionally known sculptor. The future Sculpture Garden would be regional in scope and of national significance because of its unique approach of blend- ing art with the natural aspects of a park like setting. The City Council, in passing the resolution, noted that the City does not have the financial resources to purchase the Caponi land or to be a contributor. However, the special opportunity that is presented will al- low the community to enjoy the bene- fits today and in the future, through the support of the City for the creation of a Foundation. This non-profit Foun- dation would oversee the development and administration of the Sculpture Garden. DAYTIME VOLUNTEER FIRE FIGHTERS NEEDED The Eagan Volunteer Fire Department is in need of daytime fire fighters. Fire fighter responsibilities include responding to about 200 emergency (fire and medical) calls per year. Fire fighters must also attend regular fire and EMS training meetings about 40 times per year and participate in various community services. Good health, physical fitness and mental alertness are required. Fire fighters must live within three minutes normal driving time of a fire station. New recruits attend a 22 week training course that meets three hours per week. Serving as a fire fighter provides the opportunity to perform a valuable commu- nity service. Compensation includes a nominal stipend, a retirement benefit package and insurance. Fire fighters also gain knowledge in fire prevention and first aid. In addition, the Fire Department sponsors various family social activities. Contact Karen Kelly at Fire Administration (454-5274) between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. for further information. Serve your community, join the Eagan Volunteer Fire Department! RABIES CLINIC -1991 DOG LICENSES The City of Eagan will sponsor a rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats on January 26, 1991. The vaccinations will be given from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Fire Administration Building at 3795 Pilot Knob Road. The cost of the vaccination will be $7.00 per shot. 1991 dog license may be purchased at the same time. All licenses are due on or before February 20, 1991. Proof of a current rabies vaccination by a licensed veterinarian is needed; the license cost is $5.00 if the animal is neutered or spayed or $10.00 if not. Licenses may also be purchased at the Eagan Municipal Center beginning at the end of December, 1990. There is a late charge of $2.00 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. 1991 licenses from other cities may be transferred for $2.00 (to transfer a license, proof of rabies vaccination is required). There is also a $2.00 charge to replace lost license tags. BLACKHAWK PARK PLANNING MEETING The Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission will be hosting a park planning meeting for Blackhawk Community park on Monday, December 17, at 7:00 P.M. at the Eagan Municipal Center. Residents in the immediate area of the park, as well as individuals interested in the planning process, are invited to attend this meeting. Blackhawk Park is approximately 80 acres and is classified as a community park. Its development is expected to meet the growing park needs of Eagan. The first park planning session is intended to receive comments on the facilities needs and also any concerns for the development. Following this first planning session, the Park & Recreation Commission will provide direction to staff in prepara- tion of a concept plan for the park. This plan will be presented in a second planning meeting expected in late January. CREATURE CORNER By Kathleen Gilbertson, Animal Control Officer WINTER CARE FOR ANIMALS Dogs and cats require special care during winter. Most people think cats and dogs have fur. They do not. They really have hair similar to that of people. Without proper care, animals can and have frozen to death during Minnesota's winters. Dogs and cats need more food in the winter. They also need access to water, not ice or snow, for drinking purposes. Housing for animals during the win- ter is very important. If an animal is kept outside, it MUST have a proper dog house. The following guidelines should be ad- hered to: 1. the structure should be moisture proof and of a suitable size to accommo- date and allow retention of body heat. Smaller is better. 2. It should have a solid floor raised at least two inches from the ground with an entrance covered by a flexible wind- proof material. The entrance should face east or south, NEVER NORTH. 3. Inside, there should be suitable bedding material such as hay or straw, cedar shavings or blankets. I personally prefer hay or straw because it drys more quickly. 4. UNDER NO CIRCUM- STANCES SHOULD A CAT OR DOG BE LEFT IN AN UNHEATED GA- RAGE. The area is too large for the animal to be able to warm itself. Living in Minnesota is a long win- ter for our pets, too. Take care that yours do not suffer unnecessarily. THE ROLE OF THE BURNSVILLE/EAGAN CABLE COMMISSION In 1983, the cities of Burnsville and Eagan entered into a Joint Powers Agree- mentwhich authorized the formation of the Burnsville/Eagan Cable Communications Commission (BECCC). The formation of the Cable Commission was a direct result of the two cities awarding cable franchises to the cable operator, Group W. The main responsibilities of the Cable Commission were to be as follows: 1. To monitor the operation and activities of cable communications; 2. To provide coordination of administration and enforcement of the franchises; and 3. To conduct such other activities as may be necessary including a provision of equitable and reasonable rates and service levels for Burnsville and Eagan residents. Since the establishment of the Cable Commission, Congress enacted the 1984 Cable Act which altered provisions of the cable franchises including the removal of cities' abilities to regulate cable rates. However, the Cable Commission still has the authority to monitor the operations of the present cable operator, Cable TV North Central, and to ensure the company performs according to its franchise obligations. Furthermore, the Commission advises the cities of Burnsville and Eagan on matters pertaining to the franchise, cable communication issues, public access operations, and any other issues or activities which affect the cities and/or its citizens. The Commission which is comprised of five residents from each city (four regular directors and one alternate) conducts monthly public meetings which are open to the public. The meetings are held normally on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. and alternate each month between the Burnsville and Eagan city halls. Citizens are invited to attend the meetings or watch them on the Government Access Channel (Channel 16). During each monthly meeting the Commission reviews the cable company's performance and discusses issues pertaining to activities associ- ated with the operations of the cable system. If you have questions or comments in regard to cable television issues, and wish for the Commission to hear them, you are encouraged to attend the Cable Commission meetings and/or contact the Cable Coordinator, Mike Reardon, who staffs the Cable Commission for the two cities. You may reach the Cable Coordinator by calling Eagan City Hall, 454-8100. STAY INFORMED ON YOUR CITY GOVERNMENT - TUNE IN CHANNEL 16 The City of Eagan cablecasts its public meetings on the Government Access Channel #16. The following is a listing of the monthly program schedule: CITY COUNCIL PARK & REC COMMISSION CABLE COMMISSION PLANNING COMMISSION Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recablecast Recablecast Cablecast Live Recabiecast Recablecast 1st & 3rd Tuesday Following Thursday Following Friday 1st Thursday Following Monday Following Wednesday 2nd Thursday Following Monday Following Wednesday 4th Tuesday Following Thursday Following Friday. 6:30 P.M. 9:00 A.M. 3:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. 9:00 A.M. 3:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. 9:00 A.M. 3:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. 9:00 A.M. 3:00 P.M. L'€ • LIBRARY� CHECK IT OUT OVER 2,000,000 SERVED! By the time you read this, your library system will be celebrating an important milestone: reaching the two -million mark in circulated items. When the Wescott Library opened in the City of Eagan in 1983 as library #5 in the system, the one -million mark in circulation had just been reached. The reading and information needs of the community were assessed and library staff have in- troduced many new programs, collections, and services that have been heartily ac- cepted and endorsed by library users. The Wescott Library is proud to be a valued member of the community. Our success is your success! Your library is here to serve your information needs and with this recent milestone we feel we are a success -- thanks to you. BROWSING...NEW ARRIVALS...RENTALS These departments continue to be popular and very busy. Some current popular books that you may find on the shelves include September byRosamunde Pilcher, The Outlaws of Mesquite by Louis L'Amour, Foucault's Pendulum by Umberto Eco, My Turn by Nancy Reagan, Star by Danielle Steele. Come in and check over the shelves -- we guarantee good reading. STAFF TRAINING Librarystaff from Burnhaven, Farmington, Galaxie, Wescott, Hastings and West St. Paul and the bookmobile will come together on December 21 at the Wescott Library for a day of workshops. This annual training is a way for library staff to learn together and exchange ideas and knowledge. All libraries will be closed on Friday, December 21, and will reopen at the regular time on Saturday. HOURS Regular hours of the library are Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. During the school year the library is also open on Sunday between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. 1 EAGAN NEWS FORMAT CHANGE As the reader has already noted, this copy of the Eagan News introduces a new format for the newsletter. Approxi- mately one-half of the newsletter is de- voted to general City news and the other half to seasonal recreational program- ming information. Each half has its own cover and reads directly from the "cover" to the middle. CHRISTMAS SAFETY The Eagan Volunteer Fire Depart- ment is offering the following tips for holiday fire safety: Use flame resistant decorations and costumes for all parties and celebrations. Make sure that lights, decorations, and toys which use electricity have a testing organization label. Set up your Christmas tree away from doorways and heat. Use only fire - retardant decorations for holidays. Do not use Christmas lights on aluminum trees. Never burn gift wrappings in the fireplace. Special precautions should be taken when using candles indoors. Always place the candle in a candle holder before light- ing to provide a sturdy base and to collect melted wax. Candles should be placed far enough away from combustible materi- als (such as curtains or bedding) to pre- vent their ignition. Never place a candle near a door because it could start a fire which could block your exit from the room. Never place a lighted candle in a window; it could easily fall off the window ledge or ignite the curtains. Lighted candles should never be left unattended in a room. They should be extinguished when you leave the room. Like matches and lighters, candles should be placed out of the reach of children. Children should never be left alone with a candle, nor should they be allowed to light or use a candle with adult supervi- sion. Remember, it is especially impor- tant to avoid the dangers of carelessness during a time of happiness and celebra- tion, since people are more relaxed and not as vigilant as usual. WINTER PRUNING Winter is a good time to prune shade trees, especially oaks. Oak trees can safely be pruned without the risk of being infected by Oak Wilt. Oak Wilt is a fungal disease that threatens the lives of all species of oaks. Since the Oak Wilt fungus is dormant during the winter, no new infections will occur. Pruning wounds made during the winter do not need any special treatment such as tree wound paint. There are several advantages to pruning in the winter besides the absence of Oak Wilt activity. Because deciduous trees have lost their leaves, the visibility in the crown of the tree is much greater. Therefore, it is much easier to see which branches need pruning. When the ground is frozen, falling branches, and branches dragged cross the lawn, will not damage turf and yard plants. The removal of dead branches also eliminates wood with insects and disease infestations reducing the further infection of healthy wood. FIREWOOD STORAGE Almost everyone loves the warm glow of a fire in the fireplace! And many others use wood as a primary source of heat for their homes. As people gather firewood for winter usage they must consider the health of the trees in their yards and neighborhood. Elm firewood must be debarked for storage. The beatles that carry Dutch Elm disease will use elm firewood as a breeding site, laying their eggs just under the bark. Firewood cut from white or burr oaks require no treatment whatsoever. Wood from red and pin oaks, however, must be debarked and covered with heavy plastic during the period April 15th to July 1st. Pin and red oaks can be identified by the characteristic sharp points on the margins of their leaves. If the red and pin oak wood on the firewood pile came from diseased trees, there is the potential of infecting neighboring oak trees with Oak Wilt. Therefore, any red and pin oak fire- wood not burned during the winter should be covered for this period. Covering the wood pile at this time causes little inconvenience since the heating season is coming to an end by April 15th. When wood piles are covered with plastic, the plastic must cover not only the top but also the sides and end of the pile, and should be tucked underneath to make the wrapping as air tight as pos- sible. Remember the plastic may be removed July 1 to allow several more months of drying before the next heat- ing season begins. Restacking and cov- ering a wood pile can be work, but it is a small price to pay to keep oak trees healthy and alive. POLICE DEPARTMENT 25TH ANNIVERSARY Thank you to all the people who joined us in celebration of our 25th anni- versary. It was a wonderful day shared by more than 1,500 people. It was equally rewarding for all the employees who participated. POLICE DEPARTMENT CITIZEN SURVEY RESULTS The Eagan Citizen Survey is com- pleted and the results are in. There was a 4% return after a distribution of over 14,000 questionnaires. We found that most of our citizens feel safe in their neighborhood and rate the Police Department either good or excellent for the quality of services they provide. The respondents thought that crime prevention and drug education were pri- orities. They also would support a police liaison officer at the senior high school. There are copies of the survey re- sults available for perusal at the Police Department and at the Eagan Library. Thank you to all who participated. DISPLAY YOUR HOUSE NUMBER PLEASE HELP YOUR FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS LOCATE YOUR HOME IN CASE OF EMERGENCY! For your family's safety, please check your house numbers. Are they clearly legible from the street? Do they need repainting or replacing? Are they hid- den by landscaping or other obstructions? If you live in a townhouse or multiple residence, do the numbers clearly refer to each separate residence? Hopefully, emergency personnel will never have to locate your home, but if they do, it will be extremely important that they be able to locate it as quicly as possible. WINTERIZE YOUR CAR Now is the time to prepare your car if you haven't already. Check your: • Battery • Brakes • Exhaust • Cooling System • Windshield Wiper Blades • Defroster • Vehicle Lights • All Fluid Levels • Oil During the winter months it is important to maintain at least 1/2 a tank of gas. Extra things you should keep in your car for safety include - booster cables, small shovel, window scraper, tow strap, flares, traction mats and sand. Warm clothing is a must. Boots, hats, scarves, gloves, coats, blankets and/ or sleeping bag. You should make your own winter survival kit or purchase one. They are available locally for $19.95 at AAA in Burnsville. You don't have to be a AAA member to purchase one. WINTERIZE YOUR WATER SYSTEM HELPFUL HINTS FROM YOUR EAGAN WATER DEPARTMENT CALL HOTLINE AT 454-1010 1. Locate the water shut off valve for your outside water faucets and turn them off. Leave the outside faucet on. Do this before cold weather sets in or pipes could freeze and break causing damage to your system. 2. If you leave your sprinklers and hoses in the garage or out building, be sure to drain the water from them. 3. Know where the water meter and main shut off valve is in your base- ment. 4. If water lines run through your garage do not leave the garage door open in cold weather. 5. Never use a blow torch or flame to thaw pipes. The use ofa hot hair dryer or even a light bulb for a period of time will solve the problem. WINTER CAN BE A GREAT TIME IN MINNESOTA - ENJOY IT!!! SAFETY TIPS FOR SHOPPING When shopping this holiday sea- son, the following tips can help to keep you safer: 1. Don't carry a large amount of cash and don't display the amount you do have. 2. Don't keep cash, credit cards, and checks in the same location. 3. Don't overload yourself with packages so that you are unable to pro- tect yourself. 4. Stay alert. 5. Beware of people who might be watching you. 6. Don't leave packages in an un- locked vehicle or visible from the outside.lf possible lock them in your trunk. 7. Don't leave your wallet unat- tended and keep your purse zipped closed. Remember to keep the purse flap or side opening against your body. All of these tips are good ways to prevent theft during the holiday season and throughout the year. CRIME PREVENTION TIPS With the approaching holidays, it is likely that your home will be unoccupied more frequently. It is wise to plan ahead whether you are just shopping or going on vacation. The following prevention tips can be good ways to help prevent unwanted intruders: 1. Keep sidewalks and driveways clear of snow. 2. Utilize timers for lights and radio. 3. Give a trusted person a key to your home. 4. Arrange to have someone pick up your newspaper, mail, fliers, packages, etc. 5. Make sure your doors and windows are locked. 6. Use exterior lighting. 7. Be aware of suspicious people while at home and while away. S. Set your telephone ringer on low. 9. Let a neighbor know where you can be reached in case of an emergency. 10. Don't let your travel plans be widely known. - "^ There is a pamphlet available from the Police Department that may assist you in securing your home. "What to do Before the Burglar Comes" is available free of charge. If you have been considering a neighborhood watch group, there is no better time than the present. For more information, contact the crime prevention office at the Eagan Police Department at 454-3900. 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December 1990 E Y. I. for the future Beginning with this issue of HERO Highlights, the Eagan Recycling Program would like to focus its pages on one or two environmental concerns in addition to updating residents on program activities. The problems we all face today surrounding the management of the solid waste stream are great. Individuals, cities, counties and states are all involved with finding ways to solve these problems. The ideas of Reduction, Reuse and Recycling are at the top of the priority list for successful management techniques. You and your family can make a difference in how much waste needs disposal and the way in which the waste is disposed. This issue of HERO Highlights will focus on Waste Reduction as the primary option for environmentally sound waste management. Practicing waste reduction and reuse means creating less gar- bage. By 1995, most metro area landfills will be closed, because they will be "FULL". During the holiday season and throughout the year, when you are shopping for the home or workplace, keep these simple ideas in mind: • Buy in bulk to reduce packaging. (packaging accounts for 113 of the waste stream) • Use refillable, returnable and recyclable containers. • Buy durable goods, not disposables. • Ask that your name be removed from unwanted mailing lists (additional information on page 14). • Use cloth and washable items instead of dispos- able paper or plastic products. More information on Waste Reduction ideas throughout the issue. 11 The Winter Months Are Here We have all heard the saying before, in connection with the Postal Service, but the same holds true for the your refuse/recycling collector, these people will be there for collection "Rain, Snow or Sleet!" To make collections accident free and efficient please follow these simple steps; a Place refuse and recyclables containers in driveway approxi- mately 6-8 feet behind the curb. • Make sure your refuse and/or re- cycling containers are easily visible and easily accessible. • Listen for snow plowing sched- ules so that your containers do not get hurried in the snow. TREE TRIVIA n According to the National Christmas Tree Association, enough trees are left in landfills after the holiday seasion to circle the globe twice, if stretched from end to end. • Each acre of Christmas trees provides the daily oxygen requirement for 18 people. • For each Christmas tree harvested three seedlings are planted in its place. • It takes an entire forest - more than 500,000 trees- to supply Americans with their Sunday newspapers every week. lieep the Spirit Alive RECYCLE YOUR C HRIsTmAs TREEs! o Turn your Christmas tree into useful mulch for plants. o Save space in our landfills. To participate in Dakota County's Voluntary Christ- mas tree recycling program you may 1) bring your tree to a Dakota County Compost Site, or 2) contact your refuse/recycling hauler. The Dakota County/Eagan Compost Site is located just south of the Eagan Municipal Center at Pilot Knob and Wescott Roads. Fee Schedule: $.50 per tree Dates and Hours of Operation: January 5th,6th & 12th,13th, Saturdays; 10 am to 4 pm Sundays; 12 Noon to 4 pm For More Information: Dakota County Yardwaste Compost Program- 431-1158 Dakota County InfoLine- 438-Info (4636) R.D. Pecar & Co. - 649 -4600 Please Remove ornaments, stands, and tinsel. No tree bags please. No wreaths or boughs. Thank You. 12 Remember to Give to the Earth This Holiday Season Earth Day was months ago and now the holiday season is upon us - overflowing with shopping, parties and increased consumption. Starting with a list- and check- ing it twice- decide right away what you will need for holiday decorating, entertaining, card mailing and gifts. Then, examine your list to see where you can make Earth -conscious choices. Here are some helpful hints for making this holiday season Earth Friendly! Outdoor decorating- consider luminaries- sand filled paper bags with small candles inside- instead of out- door electric lights. Planning a Party? Conserve resources by using only reusable utensils, plates and napkins. When shopping- try mail order catalogs. Plan your route to save time and gas. Can you get most things in one or two stops? Maybe the nearest mall has most of the shops that you need to visit. Can you carpool? Gift Wrapping- consider alternatives to wrapping pa- per, or at least use the recycled kind. Some options include tote bags, boxes, baskets, fabric, scarves, deco- rative tins, etc. With a little imagination, you can probably come up with a dozen or more ideas of your own. Then relax and enjoy the holidays and the warm feeling you'll get from knowing that you've given the Earth a holiday gift this year. 13 You can enjoy the real holiday spirit with an artificial tree Every year, millions of American households celebrate Christmas with a real Christmas tree. The beauty, tradition and aroma of a real tree are important to us. Even so, it may be time to consider an alternative to a real Christmas tree. Regardless of our individual beliefs, the holiday season reminds us of the need to be in harmony with the people and things around us. In this time of global warming, increasing pollution, disappearing forests and shrinking wildlife habitat, cutting down a five to nine foot tree which has taken years to grow for a few short weeks of enjoyment may not make sense. Since it is the meaning behind the symbols of the holidays and not the symbols themselves that are important, a permanent Christmas tree could be the answer. One of the traditions about the Christ- mas tree is that a father brought an evergreen home and hung candles on its branches to show his family how beautiful nature was when the starlight shined through the boughs. You may wish to do your part to ensure that families in the future can appreciate the beauty of nature in its natural environment, as well as in the home. Please, think about the meaning of the holidays and con- sider this option. EXTRA, EXTRA, READ ALL ABOUT IT!!! Reduce your Junk Mail!! The Direct Marketing Association will target your name to be discon- tinued on many nationwide mailing lists. Contact: Mail Preference Services; Direct Marketing Association, Inc. 11 W. 42nd. St. New York, NY PO Box 3861 10163-3861 A new brochure "Make It Your Business To - Reduce , Reuse, Recycle" has been mailed to all businesses in the City of Eagan. If your business has not yet received a copy, please contact the Eagan Recycling Program at 454-8100. Environmental Responsibility, is Everyone's Business! Curbside Recycling Containers. If you are new to the City or have moved into a different neighbor- hood the City will provide two con- tainers at no charge for your recy- clable materials. You may pick up your free set at the Eagan Munici- pal Center at Pilot Knob and Wescott Rds. or call 454-8100 for delivery. Dakota County/Eagan Yardwaste Compost Site CLOSED FOR THE SEASON on Thursday, November 15, 1990. The site will be opened January 5,6 and 12,13 to accept Christmas trees only. If you have any questions regarding site opera- tions, please call 649-4600. SOLID WASTE WATCHER Household Hazardous Waste Winterize your hazardous materials. There are some materials that should not be allowed to freeze, such as paints and drive- way sealers. Remember to buy what you need or give to someone who can use the materials. Dakota County will be sponsoring Household Hazardous Waste Collections Days again in 1991. If possible, save items for proper disposal at these collections. Some products may disposed of at the home, but please call 450-2790 for specific instructions. Dakota County is also working to establish a permanent drop- off site for hazardous household materials. The site is ex- pected to open in 1991. Materials Collected in the Eagan Recycling Program Glass (food and beverage containers) - Tin and Aluminum (food and beverage containers) - Newspapers -everything in the Sunday paper is OK to recycle at this time. Please check with your refuse/recycling hauler or management company for plastics and/or corrugated cardboard collections. Drop-off and Redemption Centers iminft 1971 Seneca Rd., Eagan, Hours: 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesday - Saturday 484-5373 Materials Accepted Include: Aluminum beverage cans, alumi- num foil, newspapers, corrugated cardboard, glass food and beverage containers, plastic (pop, milk and water jugs). New Items Include: Tin food cans and white office paper Mr23 minnesota reSOUrCeS 14 Attended Donation Centers; Hours 9 am - 5 pm Burnsville & Apple Valley locations, call 646-2591 for directions. 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MON. TUES. WED. THURS. FRI. SAT. SAT. 1. 1. 2. 3. Tots 4. Tots City Council 5. Tots Basketball 6. Tots APR Comm. Mtg 7. 8. 9. 10. Decorate Eagan Entry Deadline 11. Volleyball Managers Meeting 12. Senior Citizens Basketball 13. 14. 15. Recreation Registration 10 AM -Noon Tentative Rink Opening 16. 17. Broomball Recreation Registration Broomball 6-8 PM 18. City Council 19. Basketball 20. Basketball 21. 22. Skate with Santa Warming Shelter /Noon Treats at Hot ar / 24. ''• 'Hot SURPRISE Warming Chocolate ew Years Broomball Shelters at Eve PartyCIIRISTMAS 0:30 AM -12:30 PM Warming Shelters Broomball 30. Broomball 31. 25. MERRY Rinks Closed 26. SkatingLessons 27. Skating Lessons Treasure Hunt 28. Skating Lessons Table Games 29. T.T.T.T. Trapp Farm J JANUARY, 1991 13 SUN. MON. TUES. WED. THURS. FRI. SAT. 1. HAPPY NEW YEAR 2. Tots Basketball Tots 3' Dog Obedience Basketball Speedskating City Council Fitness & Fun 4' Games Kids Play Imagine That Volleyball Broomball 5' Cross Country Ski Lessons 6. 13. 7. Tots Broomball 8. Tots Volleyball Speedskating 9. Tots Senior Citizens Basketball 10.Tots Basketball Speedskating Dog Obedience APR Comm. Mtg 11. Fitness & Fun Games Kids Play Imagine That Volleyball Broomball 12. Cross Country Ski Lessons Babysitting gBroomball Clinic Broomball 14. Tots Broomball 15. Tots Volleyball Speedskating City Council 16. Tots Basketball 17. Tots Speedskating Basketball Dog Obedience 18.Fitness & Fun Games Kids Play Imagine That Voll ball Broomball 19. Cross Country Ski Lessons Babysitting Clinic 20. Winter in the Native Prairie Broomball 21. Tots Marlin Luther King Day Broomball 22. Tots Walk/Bike Talk Senior Citizens Speedskating 23. Tots 24. Tots Speedskating DogObedience 25. Fitness & Fun Games Kids Play Imagine That Afton Alps Volleyball Y Broomball 26. 27. 1 Broomball 28. Tots Broomball 29. Tots Volleyball Speedskating 30. Tots Basketball 31. Tots Basketball Speedskating Dog Obedience 13 SENIORS GROUP Eagan seniors meet twice a month to visit with longtime friends, to welcome new seniors to the community, and to participate in social activity. Pot luck lunches are frequently held as a prelude to various forms of entertainment. Recent presenters have included the Rosemount Seniors Kitchen Band, the Minneapolis Men's Garden Club and the Eagan Police Department. On other occasions, the group plays bingo or cards. Several outings are planned each year. The Old Log Theatre is a favorite of the seniors. A trip to the Moscow Circus was held this Fall. The seniors also, on occasion, meet for lunch at a local restaurant. For those who are interested in walking as a group, walks in City parks and on trails have been held. Indoor walking is scheduled during the winter months. If you are an Eagan senior, life long resident or new to the City, join us. Call Parks and Recreation at 454-8100 to place your name on the program mailing list. 55/ALIVE, MATURE DRIVING The American Association of Retired Persons has developed the curriculum and also provides certified instructors for this seminar. Persons 55 years of age and older are encouraged to participate. Minnesota law prescribes a 10% reduction in insurance rates for those who successfully complete the course. The seminar provides a thorough review of Minnesota laws and regulations for road safety. Additionally, the aging process as it relates to driving skills, is discussed. Call Parks and Recreation at 454-8100 to reserve space in the class. Registration will be completed at the first class session. Space is limited and pre -registration is required. DATES: February 11 and 12, 1991 TIME: 1:00 - 5:00 P.M. LOCATION: FEE: $8.00 Community Room Fire Administration Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road PRE -REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, February 4, 1991 CROSS COUNTRY S K I TRAI Lu' Cross -country skiers are invited to kick and glide on the flat, herringbone up the hilis, and schuss down I he other side on groomed trails in Eagan parks The beginner, novice and more experi+-nced skiing enthusiast will be challenged 011 Eagan's traits. BLACKHAWK PARK The cross-country trail is one mile in Icngt h over hilly terrain, through woods, beside a meadow and near t he shores of Blackhawk Lake. Tour the more than one time; you'll notice a snow swirl or tree formation you missed the first time amund. The trailentrai ceand limited parking are at the end of Palisade Way at Riverton Avenue. Riverton may be accessed from eitherBlackhawk Road or•Deerwood Drive ...................................... PATRICK EAGAN PARK:. Two miles of trail Over variable terrain :await the cross-country skier. The trail begins with a steep downslope, after that the skierwill find scenic flats and rolling hills In several spots on the trail you will experience being "in the woods". This trail provides a good workout! The park is located west off Lexington Avenue, 1f2 mile north of Difflcy Road. The trail head is readily accessible from the parking area NDRTHYIEW PARK A beginner trail will loop around the pond, behind the tennis courts and back to the point of departure The groomed trail will take advantage of gentleslopesand flat surfaces. Theskierwill experiencewarmt h from I he shelter of the woods and the brisk air of open space.This trail will build the beginning skier's confidence in the sport, The:park is located to the east of Lexington Avenue, 1 R mile north of Diffl ;Road 1p eY The south parking lot, off Northview Park Road, will provide convenient parking for skiers who venture onto this trail. DAKOTA COUNTY PARKS Lebanon HillsRegionalPark, located in Apple Valleyand Eagan, has picnic areas, ski trails, hiking trails and a snowmobile trail. Thirteen miles of groomed ski trails meander through the wooded countryside and around lakes and ponds. The .8 mile beginner trail and 7 miles of intermediate trails begin at the Schultz Lake trailhead in Eagan on Cliff Road between Pilot Knob Road and Dodd Road. The Schultz Lakewarming house, with restrooms and concession items, is open weekends from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. For an additional 2.7 miles of intermediate trail, parking is available at Diamond "T" Ranch on Pilot Knob Road. The ski skater will enjoy the challenging 2.5 mile skating loop located on Johnny Cake Ridge Road, south of Cliff Road. Enjoy the star filled winter evenings on a guided Full Moon Ski Tour, conducted by the Dakota County Parks Department, Wednesday, January 30 and Thursday, February 28, from 7 to 8 P.M. Call the Park Office for tour reservations. The warming house will be open until 9:00 P.M. on these nights. Winter hiking is available around Jensen Lake, the 2 mile trail then heads north for 1.5 miles to Holland Lake. The hiker may park at Holland Lake (on Cliff Road, just west of Schultz Lake) or at Jensen Lake (south of Cliff Road on Pilot Knob Road). Five miles of snowmobile trail run through the south end of the park, between Johnny Cake Ridge Road and Dodd Road. All trails are open 5:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. Schultz Lake parking lot is open from 8:00 A.M. to 10:30 P.M. The gate is locked at 11:00 P.M. For trail brochures or more information, call Dakota County Parks, 437-6608. REGISTRATIONS.........: WINTER RECREATION ACTIVITY REGISTRATION LOCATION Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Rd Regular office hours: 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., Monday -Friday REGISTRATION OPENS Saturday, December 15, 1990 10:00 A.M. - NOON EVENING REGISTRATION SESSION Monday, December 17, 1990 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. SCHOLARSHIPS A limited amount of scholarship funding is available. For information call Parks and Recreation at 454-8100. REGISTRATION OPTIONS In-person Mail -in Depository drop box NOTE: Registration received prior to December 15, will be processed upon completion of the first day in-person session. CONFIRMATION LETTERS Letters of confirmation are not sent. You should attend an activity for which you register as scheduled unless you are notified otherwise. REFUND POLICY Registration fees for programs cancelled by Parks & Recreation will be fully refunded. A $2.00 service fee will be charged for individual registration cancellations made prior to the start of an activity or its registration deadline. No refunds will be made after registration deadlines or the start of an activity. The City of Eagan is committed to the.policy that all persons shall have equal access to: its programs, facilities and em ployment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance: DISCOVER US! 454-8010 When does registration begin for Winter pro- grams? What recreation activities are being planned? Does today's snowfall effect any recreation activities? For an answer to these questions and for other pertinent program announcements, just call 454-8010 for an up-to-date Recreation Happenings recorded message. Discover Us! ADULT ACTIVITIES CROSS COUNTRY SKI LESSONS FOR ADULTS J 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. All class sections are appropriate for those who have never skied, as well as for those who have made previous attempts on their own. The first class meeting will be held indoors at the class time listed. These sessions 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. Space is limited and pre -registration is required DATES: Saturday, January 5, 12 & 19, 1991 TIMES: I II III FEE: $25.00 with own equipment $35.00 with rental equipment (indicate height and shoe size) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Thursday, January 3, 1991 CO-ED OFFICIATED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE The Eagan Parks & Recreation De- partment is offering two leagues for teams who want to play volleyball with calls made by referees. Registrations are accepted by teams only; however, if you're an individual interested in getting on a team, an available players list has been established. New teams are currently being ac- cepted on a first come basis. A non-refundable deposit of $73.00 (Tuesdays) and $62.00 (Fridays) is due upon registration with the remainder of the fee due at the manager's meeting. Managers of prospective new teams should contact Parks & Recreation by Monday, December 10, 1990, for registration information. DATES: TIMES: FEE: DATES: TIMES: FEE: Tuesdays, Jan. 8 - March 19, 1991 Between 6:30 - 10:30 P.M. 146.00 per team Fridays, Jan. 4 - March 1, 1991 Between 6:30 - 10:30 P.M. $124.00 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, Dec. 10, 1990 9:30 A.M. - 10:45 A.M. 11:00 A.M. - 12:15 P.M. 12:30 P.M. - 1:45 P.M. CO-ED RECREATION VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE 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 participating you need not have experience playingvolleyball. It's a great way to have fun and meet new people. Registrations are accepted by teams only; however, if you're an individual interested in getting on a team, an available players list has been established. *New teams are currently being ac- cepted on a first come basis. A team fee of $45.00 is due upon registration. Managers of prospective new teams should contact Parks and Recreation by Decem- ber 10, 1990 for registration information. DATES: Fridays, Jan. 4 - March 22, 1991 TIMES: Between 6:30 - 10:30 P.M. LOCATIONS: Deerwood, Pinewood and Woodland Elementary Schools FEE: $45.00 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, Dec. 10, 1990 WOMEN'S OFFICIATED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE The Eagan Parks & Recreation Department is offering a women's league for teams who want to play volleyball with calls made by referees. Registrations are accepted by teams only. However, if you're an individual inter- ested in getting on a team, an available players list has been established. *New teams are currently being accepted on a first come basis. A non-refund- able deposit of $73.00 is due upon registration with the remainder of the fee due at the man- ager's meeting. Managers of prospective new teams should contact Parks & Recreation by Mon- day, December 10, 1990 for registration infor- mation. DATES: Tuesdays, Jan. 8 - March 19, 1991 TIMES: Between 6:30 - 10:30 P.M. LOCATION: Dakota Hills Middle School 4183 Braddock Trail FEE: $146.00 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, Dec. 10, 1990 4 -MAN HOCKEY Registration is happening now! Enjoy the fast -paced action and superior workout of the 4 -Man Hockey League. A goal board is used in place of a goalie and no checking or slapshots are allowed. Registration information is available at the Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. A mandatory manager's meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, December 19 at 6:30 P.M. in the Municipal Center. DATES: Wednesday evenings, January 2 through February 6, 1991 TIMES: Game times at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 P.M. LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road TEAM FEE: $75.00 REGISTRATION: Returning teams: December 3 - 7, 1990 New teams: December 10 -14,1990 ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES It's not too early to THINK SOFTBALL! Organize your team now for the 1991 season. Adult softball leagues are directed by Eagan Parks and Recreation. Registration material will be available after February 4, 1991. Returning teams have priority registration beginning in March. New teams register in mid-March on a first-come, first served, space available basis. Contact Parks and Recreation, 454-8100, after February 4, 1991. SOFTBALL LEAGUES OFFERED: MORE FAMILY FUN......... WALK/BIKE TALK Hiking boots, mountain bikes, walking shoes, conditioning, fitness and more are in store foryou at the second annual Eagan Parks and Recreation Walk/Bike Talk. A representative from REI, Co -Op., an outdoor sporting goods store, will present the latest information on fitness, gearing up and more. Therewill be examples of accesso- ries from both of these great, lifetime sports. Refreshments will be served and you might win door prizes! Eagan Walk and Bike Club information will be available. Mileage awards will be given to those members who have earned them. Plans will be made for springtime walks and bicycle tours. All ages and interests are invited. Pre -registration is requested. Call now! DATE: Tuesday, January 22, 1991 TIME: 7:00 P.M. LOCATION: Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road FEE: No Charge REGISTRATION: Phone in registration by 4:30 P.M., Friday, Jan. 18, 1991 BABY SITTING CLINIC Women's Recreational: Monday evenings Men's Recreational: Mon., Tues. and Wed. evenings Men's Industrial: Thursday evenings Men's Over 35/40: Thursday evenings Co-Rec 11/12": Tuesday evenings Co-Rec/Couples 14": Friday evenings The Eagan Women's Fire Auxil- iary and the Department of Parks and Recrea- tion co-sponsor baby sitting clinics. Boys and girls ages 11 and older are encouraged to participate. The clinicwill cover the "how to" of baby sitting, including age appropriate activi- ties. An awareness of safety concerns will be fostered. First aid will be emphasized. Space is limited and pre -registration is re- quired. DATES: Saturdays, Jan. 12 and 19, 1991 TIME: 9:00-11:00 A.M. FEE: $7.50 LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Administration Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., January 4, 1991 J DOG OBEDIENCE TRAINING Heel! Sit! Stay! A timid pet will gain confi- dence. An aggressive dog will learn to obey your com- mand. Using repetition, a firm "no" when needed, and loads of praise, you will teach your dog to respond appropriately. A dog younger than nine months of age is too much of a puppy to understand obedience training. The handler may be an adult or youth, 12 years of age or older. Novice training is for dogs which have previously had beginner classes. BRING TO THE FIRST CLASS: The dog, certificate of rabies vaccination, a choke chain 2 inches longer than the girth of the dog's neck, and a 6' leather leash. Space is limited and pre -registration is required. DATES: Thursday, January 3 - March 7, 1991 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 Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $25.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., January 2, 1991 TRIPS AND TOURS...... AFTON ALPS SKI TRIP Enjoy your day off from school skiing on the slopes of Afton Alps Ski Area. With 18 chair lifts and 34 varying levels of runs, everyone will have hours of fun! Lessons are available at an additional cost for all abilities, and length of class depends on the number of students who are in the class. Rental equipment packages are available. Participants should bring extra money to buy refreshments and must provide their own lunch. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. DATE: Friday, January 25, 1991 TIMES AND LOCATION: FEE: Apple Valley Comm.Center Eagan Town Centre Rosemount Mall 8:15 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 8:30 A.M. - 4:45 P.M. 8:45 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Youth Lift Ticket only $16.50 Lift Ticket & Rental Equip. $23.50 (All prices include transportation and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, January 21, 4:00 P.M. DIAMOND T RANCH Adult $20.50 $30.50 Come enjoya Saturday afternoon riding and singing on a haywagon, at the Diamond T Ranch, and then warm up with a bonfire, games and supper. Don't miss out on the fun and games! Fee includes: transportation, hayride, chaperons and supper. DATE: Saturday, February 9, 1991 WHO: 8 years of age and up. Those under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. BUS SCHEDULE: FEE: Farmington City Hall Lakeville (Enggren's) Rosemount Mall Apple Valley Comm. Cntr. Eagan Town Ctr. (Hallmark) 1:30 P.M. - 6:15 P.M. 1:45 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. - 5:45 P.M. 2:15 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. 2:30 P.M. - 5:15 P.M. $10.50 (includes transportation, hayride, chaperons, supper) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, January 30,1991 DISCOVER US! 454-8010 When does registration begin for Winter programs? What recreation activities are being planned? Docs today's snowfall effect any recreation activities? Foran answer to these questions and for other perti- nent program announcements, just call 454-8010 for an up -to - da le Recreation Happenings recorded message. Discover Us! 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 and Red Wing and has an excellent variety of slopes for all levels of skiing. President's Day at Welch is a special event day that offers races, contests, prizes and FUN for all!!! Ski workshops are available for all levels and last for one hour. Beginner workshops are $3.00, while intermediate and advanced workshops are $5.00. Participants should bring extra money to buy refreshments and must provide their own lunch. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. DATE: Monday, February 18, 1991 TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Eagan Town Centre Apple Valley Comm.Ctr. Rosemount Mall Lakeville (Enggren's) 8:00 A.M.- 4:30 P.M. 8:15 A.M.- 4:45 P.M. 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. 8:45 A.M. - 5:15 P.M. FEE: Lift Ticket Only $25.50 Lift Ticket & Rental Equipment $38.50 (all prices include transportation and supervision) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, February 12, 4:00 P.M. CABLE TV Watch for regular Parks and Recreation program announcements on Cable TV. Recreation activities, information on park facilities and an- nouncements of special events are featured on Chan- nel 16. Be in the Know+ SNOW TUBING........ Feel the thrill of the hill as you inner -tube at Trapp Farm Park, 841 Wilderness Run Road. Glide, whirl and even join other tubes as you make a run at some fun. A limited number of tubes are available at the park. Absolutely no sleds, toboggans or other devices are allowed. Inner -tubes only. Warm your toes between runs in the park shelter by the hill. A crackling fire will get you ready to head out for more fun. The shelter will be open, weather permitting, after December 15. The hours are: Monday through Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday: 4:00 - 9:00 P.M. 4:00 - 9:30 P.M. 10:00 A.M. - 9:30 P.M. Noon - 9:00 P.M. During winter vacation days, the shelter will be open at 10:00 A.M. Also, January 25 and February 18. Weather cancellations will be similar to the skating rink rules for closure. Groups planning to use the siiding hill at Trapp Farm Park should contact Parks and Recreation before making definite plans. This will help staffing, avoid overcrowding and allow for notification in case of shelter closing. PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES....... TINY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES The Tiny Tots program is designed to provide children ages 3,4 and 5 the opportunity for social/recreational interaction and growth. Children are introduced to a variety of skills and learning experiences which include: crafts, storytelling, special events, listening, 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 friend- ships and socialize with other children. Child must be 3 years old by January 2, 1991 *Please note: Registrations for participants new to the Tiny Tots Program begins on December 15, 1990. Children who participated in Tiny Tots during the Fall, 1990 session may re-enter the program during the time period of December 10-14. De- registration is required. Group size is limited to the first 20 registered in each section. DATES: January 2 - March 7, 1991 FEE: $75.00 REGISTRATION (10 weeks) TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Rahn Park Bldj , 4425 Sandstone Dr. Section 1: Section 2: Mon & Wed 9:30-11:30 A.M. Tues & Thurs 9:30-11:30 A.M. FITNESS AND FUN FOR THREE YEAR OLDS Three year olds will experience stunts and tumbling, creative play, game activities, physi- cal fitness and more in this program designed espe- cially for them. The class will include play and practice with nerf balls, playground balls, basket balls, a parachute 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 pro- gram. This is a child/instructor program only. A parents day will be held on the last day. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Class size is limited. Child must be three years old by January 4, 1991. Pre -registration is required. DATES: Fridays, Jan. 4 -Feb. 22, 1991 (8 weeks) TIMES: Section 1: 10:15-11:00 A.M. Section 2: 11:15 A.M.-NOON LOCATION: FEE: $15.00 Community Room, Fire Admin. Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, Dec. 28, 1990 DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., December 26, 1990 Goat Hill Park Bldg, 4391 Lexington Ave Section 3: Section 4: Section 5: Section 6: GAMES KIDS PLAY Four and five year olds will experi- ence relays, circle games, physical fitness and game activities designed especially for them. The class will include play and practice with nerf and soccer balls, basketballs, softballs, footballs, playground balls and a parachute. Warm up games will be played with an em- phasis on basics such as dribbling, bouncing, throwing and catching. Each class works on a progressive level according to the participant's ability. Bringing out non-competitive, positive play experiences and having fun are the aspects of emphasis for the program. This is a child/ instructor program only. A parents day will be held on the last day. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Child must be 4 years old by January 4, 1991. Pre -registration is required. DATES:' Fridays, Jan. 4-Feb.22, 1991 (8 weeks) TIMES: Section 1: 9:00-10:00 A.M. LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Admin. Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Rd FEE: $15.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, Dec. 28,1990 Mon & Wed. Mon & Wed Tues & Thurs Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:30 A.M. 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. 9:30 - 11:30 A.M. 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. IMAGINE THAT! Discover the wonderful world of fun for three, four and five year olds in this class designed especially for preschoolers. Each week, children 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. Space is limited and pre -registration is required. Child must be 3, 4 or 5 by January 4, 1991. DATES: TIMES: Fridays, Jan. 4 -Feb. 22, 1991 (8 weeks) Section 1: 9:15-10:15 A.M. (Three year olds only) Section 2: 10:30-11:30 A.M. (Four & five year olds) LOCATION: FEE: $15.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 1990 Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue 4:00 P.M., Friday, Dec. 28, ICE SKATING......... OUTDOOR SKATING RINKS The outdoor skating season begins in mid-December, weather permitting. Enjoy pleasure skating at all sites. Some rinks have islands to circumnavigate! You can play hockey at many sites, as well. Check out a skating location near you. Schedules are posted at each warming shelter. Several rinks have reserved times for youth hockey, adult hockey, broomball, ringette and skating lessons. WARMING SHELTER SCHEDULE Class A Rinks Goat Hill Park: On Lexington just north of Wilderness Run Road Rahn Park: On Sandstone Drive across from Rahn School Sky Hill Park: Blue Cross Road at Blackhawk Road Monday through Thursday 4:00 - 9:00 P.M. Friday 4:00 - 9:30 P.M. Saturday 10:00 A.M. - 9:30 P.M. Sunday 12:00 Noon - 9:00 P.M. Class B Rinks Bridle Ridge Park: Carnelian Park: On Elrene Rd. at Northview Park Rd. On Carnelian Lane at Blackhawk Rd. Quarry Park: On Coachman Rd., north of Yankee Doodle Rd. Ridgecliff Park: On Covington Lane, west of Johnny Cake Monday through Friday 4:00 - 9:00 P.M. Saturday 10:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Sunday 12:00 Noon - 9:00 P.M. Class C Rinks Lexington Park: On McKee Street, two blocks east of Lexington Monday through Friday 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. Saturday and Sunday 12:00 Noon - 9:00 P.M. Pilot Knob Park: Towerview Road, west of Pilot Knob Road Woodhaven Park: On Gold Trail, east of Beau D'Rue Drive Monday through Thursday Closed Friday 4:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Saturday and Sunday 12:00 Noon - 9:00 P.M. Al! Rinks: Winter vacation days: Christmas Eve Day: Christmas Day: New Years Eve Day: New Years Day: Open at 10:00 A.M., Dec. 26, 27, 28 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. All shelters closed 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Warming shelters will be open during the hours listed unless weather creates problems such as: 1. Awind chill factor of -25 degrees or colder. 2. Three or more inches of snow have fallen and the ice has not been cleared. 3. Warm temperatures soften the ice, making the rinks unskateable. Neighborhood Pleasure Rinks: Several pleasure skating rinks are also available throughout Eagan. There are no warming shelters at these locations. Pond sites are cleared and flooded on a "weather permitting" basis. Bur Oaks Park : On Chapel Lane, two blocks east of Hwy 149 Cedar Pond Park: On Diffley between Nicols Road and Rahn Road Country Home Park: On Beam Lane at Eagan Avenue Evergreen Park: On Lodgepole Drive, west of Pilot Knob Road Highview Park: On Skyline Road, 2 blocks west of Pilot Knob Road Slater Acres Park: On James Street at Slater Road WELL SITE PARK: The ice skating oval at Well Site Park is temporarily out of commission due to the construction of a nearby water treatment facility. We apologize for any in- convenience. 4 ICE SKATING LESSONS BEGINNERS: For the absolute beginner, youth to adult. Skills taught include falling down, getting up, forward glide, backward glide, snowplow stop, forward and backward stroking, turning and weaving. Games and drills will keep the learning fun. Helmets, elbow pads and knee pads are recommended. Space is limited and pre -registration is required. DATES: Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 8 through January 31, 45 minute lessons (8). Mondays, January 7 -February 11, 1 hour lessons,(6). TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Section I: Section II: Section III: Section IV: 4:15-5:00 P.M., Ridgecliff Park 5:15-6:00 P.M., Ridgecliff Park 6:30-7:15 P.M., Bridle Ridge Park 5:45-6:45 P.M., Bridle Ridge Park Mondays, Jan.7 through Feb. 11 FEE: $15 Per person, $45 Per Family Maximum REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., Friday, January 4, 1991 ADULTBEGINNERS: For adults who would like to learn with other adults. No little ones to dodge or make you look bad. Pure fun covering all of the skills listed in the beginners information. Space is limited and pre -registration is required. DATES: Mondays, January 7 through February 11, 1 hour lessons (6). TIME: 7:00-8:00 P.M. LOCATION: Bridge Ridge Park FEE: $15.00 Per Person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., Thursday, January 3, 1991 POWER SKATING: For the experienced skater, youth through adult. Skills covered will include the proper stride, power turns, stops and starts. A fun obstacle course will utilize these skills along with jumping, diving and fast recovery. Break bad habits and improve your technique. Space is limited and pre -registration is required. DATES: Tuesday and Thursdays, January 8 through January 31, 45 minute lessons (8). TIME: 7:30-8:15 P.M. LOCATION: Bridge Ridge Park FEE: $15.00 Per Person, $45.00 family maximum REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., Friday, January 4, 1991 SPECIAL SCHOOL WINTER VACATION LESSONS DATES: December 26, 27, 28 TIMES & LESSONS: 4:15-5:15, Beginners (See previous description) 5:30-6:30, Power Skating (" " " ) LOCATION: Bridge Ridge Park FEE: $10.00 Per Person, $30.00 Family Maximum REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., Friday, December 21, 1990 INFORMATION FOR ALL OUTDOOR ICE SKATING LESSONS Classes arelimited to the stated dates.: Theywill not be extended to "make-up" for weather cancellations. Individual classes may be cancelled if weather creates any of this following problems 1,; 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. To determine if your class will be cancelled due to weather, call 454- 8010 after 3:30 P.M. A recorded message will inform callers of that evening's cancellations. SKATE EXCHANGE To Sell Or Give Away Skates Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 454-8100 before De- cember 18, 1990, State the style, size,: color and condition. Leave your name and; telephone number To Obtain Skates::;: Contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 454:8100 after De cember 1.8 We will try to match you with someone on our list. The •... after January 11;;1991 Eagan Larks and. Recreation is simply providing a matching service:Skatesarenottobebroughttoouroffite Price: and availability are to be'determined by each party. SPEEDSKATING Attention All Skaters! Learn how to skate faster and improve your balance and coordination. An instruction program for novice speed skaters ages 5- 12 will be offered on Tuesday and Thursdays evenings. Beginning level racing meets will be held on weekends 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! Space is limited and pre -registration is required. DATES: Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 3 -February 7, 1991 TIME: 7:00-8:00 P.M. LOCATION: To be determined REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Thursdays, December 27, 1990 SCHIFFELLY PUPPETS Do you have cabin fever? Then bundle up the family and enjoy an entertaining puppet show by the Schiffelly Puppets. The mystery of the Prehis- toric-Mutant-Ninja-Grannie Dinosaur will be performed. Come and see this delightful show for all ages. Popcorn and beverages will be available... DATE: Sunday, February 10, 1991 TIME: 2:00 - 3:00 P.M. • LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Administration Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $1.00/per person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, February 6, 1991 FEE: $10.00 (For Instruction Only) $30.00 (includes instruction and Eagan speed skating jacket) NOTE: Please indicate jacket size when registering. Order jacket big enough to fit over child's winter jacket. WOLF TALK The howl of the wolves can still be heard from last Fall's informa- tive "Wolf Talk". The International Wolf Center representative will again inform about unknown wolf relationships, dispel human myths, and provide an audio-visual picture of this beautiful animal. Ice cream treats will follow the presentation. Register the whole family for this unusual afternoon adventure. DATE: Sunday, February 17, 1991 TIME: 2:00 - 3:30 P.M. LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Administration Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $1.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, February 15, 1991 FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL Enjoy a Sunday afternoon at the movies for the whole family. Featuring several entertaining films including: Peter and the Wolf The Remarkable Riderless Runaway Tricycle Frog Goes To Dinner The Red Balloon All of them are sure to delight. Popcorn and a beverage will be provided, too! Sign up the whole family now. Space is limited. DATE: Sunday, February 24, 1991 TIME: 2:00 - 3:30 P.M. FEE: $1.00 per person LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Admin. Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., Friday, February 22,1991 5 DECORATE EAGAN CONTEST Display your community and holiday spirit by garnishing your home this festive season. Then enter the "Decorate Eagan" holiday outdoor decorating contest. You might win a cash prize! *FIRST PLACE: *SECOND PLACE: *THIRD PLACE: $100, a front page color picture in the Eagan Chronicle and an 8 X 10 color photograph. $75, picture in the Eagan Chronicle and an 8 X 10 color photograph. $50, picture in the Eagan Chronicle and an 8 X 10 color photograph. Co-sponsored by the Eagan Chronicle and Eagan Parks and Recreation. New this year, you must title your display and exhibit your idea of Eagan's holiday spirit. LAST CHANCE! For you Eagan News readers the entry deadline is extended to 4:30 P.M., Monday, December 10,1990. There is no cost to enter. You can complete an entry form found in your Eagan Chronicle and bring it to the Municipal Center or call in your entry providing name, display title, address and phone number. Winners will be announced in the December 19th issue of the Eagan Chronicle. Entries will be judged December 7-11. If lights are used they must be displayed these dates between 5:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M. Entrants are judged on use of color, creativity, artistic arrangement (use of original art, snow sculpture, etc.) and theme co- ordination. December 22: December 23: December 24: Treats at your local warming shelter. WINTER VACATION ACTIVITIES Skate with Santa, Bridle Ridge Park, 1-3 P.M. See the description for other details. Surprise! Check with the Winter Recreation leader at the various warming shelter sites. December 25: Shelters are closed. December 26: December 27: December 28: Ice Skating Lessons (See description in the ice skating lesson information) TOTALLY TUBULAR, Trapp Farm Park, 1:00 P.M. Contests amidst the fun. No charge. Ice Skating Lessons (continued) TREASUREHUNT, all shelter sites. Pick-up a treasure map at your local warming shelter and search for the loot. No charge. Ice Skating Lessons (continued) TABLE GAMES - Enjoy a variety of games with your friends at each warming shelter site. December 29: Check with your local leader for the fun. TOTALLY TEEN TUBE TIME, 9:00 - 10:45 P.M., Trapp Farm Park, Ages 15-18. December 30: Enjoy Hot Chocolate at your local warming shelter. December 31: NEW YEARS EVE PARTY. Register by December 27 for games, prizes, dancing, pizza and the count. See the description in this brochure for more details. January 1: Enjoy Hot Cider at your local warming shelter. 2 WINTER IN THE NATIVE PRAIRIE Gather your family around the roaring campfire as we prepare to hike out into the prairie to spy on its winter state. Wearing warm boots, mittens and a muffler around the neck; off we'll go. Three separate tours of the prairie will be held. Join us on one of the hikes to see who will spy the first mole trail or rabbit track or scene of an owl's dinner? Look for rosehips, galls, seed pods and more! The afternoon will conclude with hot cider for all. To reserve a spot for your family for this adventure, please call Parks and Recreation at 454-8100. DATE: TIMES: LOCATION: FEE: REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sunday, January 20, 1991 1:30 P.M. - 2:15 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road (Meet at the Pavilion) Free! 4:00 P.M., Fri., January 18, 1991 SKATE WITH SANTA Join us for an afternoon of skating activities at Goat Hill Park. A special visit from Santa Claus will be the highlight of the afternoon. Bring your own video camera and tape to capture your child skating with Santa. If you don't have a video camera, just bring a blank video cassette tape and Parks & Recreation will film your child for you. A great way to spend a winter afternoon! DATE: TIME: LOCATION: FEE: Saturday, December 22, 1990 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue Free TOTALLY TUBULAR TEEN TIME (T.T.T.T.) Have the hill toyourself as we open Trapp Farm Park tubing hill just for teens, ages 15-18. Excite in the night as you speed down the slope or join tubes and become a giant amoeba. DATE: Saturday, December 29, 1990 TIME: 9:00 - 10:45 P.M. (Park closes at 11:00 P.M.) LOCATION: Trapp Farm Park Tubing Hill 841 Wilderness Run Road FEE: Free REGISTRATION: None required HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Hey Kids! Celebrate the start (a little early) of 1991 at your own New Years Eve Party. Decorate, prepare the snacks, play games, make resolutions, count down to '91 and eat pizza. Everything's provided to have a great time. Bring your favorite tape for dancing in the new year. For ages 6- 12. Space is limited. Pre -registration is required. DATE: TIME: LOCATION: FEE: REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, December 31, 1990 10:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Community Meeting Room, Fire Administration Bldg. 3795 Pilot Knob Road (across from the Municipal Ctr) $7.50 4:30 P.M., Thursday, December 27, 1990. { WINTER WEEKEND FEBRUARY 1, 2 AND 3, 1990 FAMILY MOONLIGHT SKI FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1,1991 7:00 P.M. - NORTHVIEW PARK • Candle luminaries will light the way as you glide across the snow. Circle the route more than once... the trail is easy. Stop and rest awhile over a cup of hot cider... visit with friends... meet new ski enthusiasts. See you there! SNOW VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT Volleyball ... the game of quickness, speed, agility and vertical jump. Wearing Sorrels, choppers and a parka; players will show their mettle in spirited competition. The tournament is Co-ed, so guys and gals - put a team together. Rules and information will be available through Parks and Recreation at 454- 8100 beginning January 7, 1991. Two age categories are planned. Be the first team to register as space is limited. Win the first Eagan Snow Volleyball Trophy. 1. 19 years and older 2. 15 to 18 years old DATE TIME: LOCATION: FEE: REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Saturday, February 2, 1991 Subject to the number of teams entered Rahn Athletic Fields $30.00 per team 4:00 P.M., Friday, January 25, 1991 TUBING PARTY SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1990 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. - TRAPP FARM PARK Parks and Recreation will host the Sixth Annual "Family Tubing" Party at Trapp Farm Park. This popular family event features a roaring fire in the shelter building fireplace, bumpety bump slides down the hill on inner tubes and hot cider to warm you on breaks between rides down the hill. Join in on community fun. BOOT HOCKEY TOURNAMENT Organize a team for this exciting game everyone can play! Be a part of history by entering the First Annual Eagan Parks and Recreation Boot Hockey Tournament. This Winter Week -End event is sure to fill up fast, so register right away. Rules and information are available through Parks and Recreation, 454-8100. This is a Single Elimination Tournament. Participation will be limited to the first eight teams registered in each age group. The three age groups which will compete for trophies are: 1. 19 years and older 2. 15 to 18 years old 3. 11 to 14 years old DATE: Sunday, February 3, 1991 TIME: Noon - 5:00 P.M. LOCATION: Pilot Knob Park, Woodhaven Park, Rahn Park FEE: $30.00 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, January 25, 1991 3 SNOW SCULPTURE CONTEST 1 J Don't hibernate. CREATE! Enter the 1991 Winter Weekend Snow Sculpture Contest. Mold that white stuff into a statue of beauty for all to see. Prizes will be awarded for the top three places. Complete rules and entry form are available at the Municipal Center or by calling Parks and Recreation, 454- 8100. Complete your sculpture by Noon, Saturday, February 2,1991. Winners will be determined by Sunday evening, February 3, 1991. DATE TIME: LOCATION: FEE: REGISTRATION: Completion by Noon, Saturday, February 2, 1991 Judging will take place fromNoon, Saturday, until 4:00 P.M., Sunday. Your property within Eagan No charge Completed entry form due in by 4:30 P.M., Thursday, January 31, 1991 FAMILY ICE FISHING SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 1991 1:00 - 3:00 P.M., FISH LAKE PARK Bundle up the Kids, dig out the fishing poles, and join in the fun at Fish Lake Park. The holes will be drilled for you, there will be hot cider for all, and a bonfire will be blazing to keep you warm. Maybe, someone will even catch a fish! Catch and release will be the order of the day. A memento of par- ticipation will be given to the children. FAMILY SKATE 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 Bridle Ridge Park. Skate with your children, "warm up" in the shelter building and visit with neighbors and friends over a cup of hot chocolate. An enjoyable relaxing evening for the whole family. DATE Friday, February 1,1991 TIME: 7:00 P.M. LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park FEE: FREE NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY SNOW SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT 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 bewarm and OLD MAN WINTER will be defeated. DATE: Saturday, February 2,1991 LOCATION: Northview Athletic Fields TOURNAMENT FORMAT: Championship/Consolation REGISTRATION PERIOD: January 7 - 25, 1991 TEAM ELIGIBILITY: Players must live or work in the City of Eagan TOURNAMENT FEE: $50.00 per team LIMIT: 8 Men's teams 8 Women's teams 8 Co-Rec teams it m al -'r) e;5� Ims 0 0 ols PARKS AND RECREATION 1991 WINTER PROGRAMS CITY OF EAGAN 3830 PILOT KNOB ROAD EAGAN, MN 55122 454-8100 In v��I X11 4 ¢'G of ot G�