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1991-09 Eagan News & Discover UsEAGAN NEWS CITY OF EAGAN ` f SEPTEMBER 1991 3830 PILOT KNOB ROAD VOLUME 14 NO. 3 IL EAGAN, MN 55122 %( PHONE: 454-8100 THE LONE OAK TREE ... THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY 1992 BUDGET The City of Eagan is in the process of preparing the 1992 general fund operating budget. The general fund budget includes the basic services for police, fire, street maintenance, community development, parks and recreation and the necessary sup- port services. As residents are aware, our community continues to experience increased service demands due to new and expanding residential, industrial and commercial development. Traditionally, the City has maintained a constant level of service by increasing property taxes proportionate to the increase in valuation caused by new and expanding development. As a result, the actual amount of the City's portion of residents'tax bills has remained the same or decreased while the City has been able to provide services to meet the needs of existing and new residents and businesses. However, in its most recent session, the Minnesota State Legislature froze property taxes for operations at the 1991 level for municipalities. As a result, the amount collected from property taxes for operations in 1992 will be equal to the amount collected in 1991. This is despite a significant increase in infrastructure, growth and public safety activities and the need for continued expansion of recrea- tional programming to meet community needs. This means that, although Eagan has grown and there are more residents and businesses to pay taxes, only the total dollar amount of property taxes which was collected in 1991 may be collected in 1992. This also means that the City would then have the same amount of money to fund services for an increased population of residents and businesses. Over the years, the City Council has been committed to providing a basic level of services in the most cost efficient and effective manner. The City has consistently used cooperative agreements, short-term consulting arrangements and other cost sharing and cost reduction agreements to keep operating costs at the lowest possible levels. The City has consistently operated within its means and resisted attempts to provide services which could not be adequately financed or which required that the future be mortgaged. In spite of these efforts, the State's actions are requiring the City Council to reevaluate existing service delivery and to consider user fees and other revenue sources to help pay for services required by the growth in City services and programs. The 1992 budget will be given consideration during the fall. All residents will receive a "truth in taxation" notification stating how the proposed budget will affect their taxes. In addition, a public hearing will be set in late November/early December to allow residents further input into the budget process. If you wish further information on the 1992 budget before that time, please contact the City Administrator's office at 454-8100. INSIDE Election Information ........... 2 Airport Issues ................. 3 Traffic Signs....................4 Parking Ban....................4 Environmental Survey ........... 5 Lake Monitoring Volunteers ..... 5 Library Notes ................ 6 Cable TV ..................... 6 Park Patrol....................7 Tree & Lawn Care...............8 Hero Highlights ................9 CITY ELECTION The election date for municipal offices for the City of Eagan has been set for Tuesday, November 5, 1991. Voters will elect a mayor for the City of Eagan (four year term) and two of the four councilmembers (four year terms). The winning candidates will take office January 1, 1992. Filing dates for the above offices close on Tuesday, September 10. Filing is processed through the City Clerk's office and the filing fee is $5.00. More detailed information on voter registration and the location of precincts and polling places may be found on page two of this newsletter. CITY OF EAGAN Mayor: Thomas Egan Councilmembers: Dave Gustafson Pam McCrea Tim Pawlenty Ted Wachter ELECTION INFORMATION ection Will be held on Tuesday, November 5. Polls will open and else at 8:00 pm estdents, residents who have recently become 18 years old, residents whohave not voted for four wiihiyeti the to to of Eagan must register in order to be residentshave � *MOT Rea .tswhoarenot currently registered to vote areencouraged to do so to the pre -registration deadline date of October 15in n order to avoid causing atShe po is on election. day. nor to October 15, residents should obtain a registration card u icipai Center,complete it and mail it to the Dakota CountyAu- resident doesnot pre register, registratiana by state law the polls on elec Preeiaets and 00 iron places ereindicatett on the sketch map and list below.:: i are not sure where to vote, please call the City offices at 454-8100 PLEASE NOTE. zPrecinct 14 in the southwest. cornerof Eagan has a `new polling place Cedar Ridge Christian Church, 2024 Rahn Way, across from the Dakota County court :Facility, will now serve as Precinct 14 polling place. Re gisterett voters it Precinct 14 will soon be notified, by malt, of the change. REGISTRATION ON ELECTION DAY Pre -registration for the November 5 City election will close on October 15. However, if you are not registered by that date, you may register on election day. Eligibility requirements are: -- Must be 18 years of age or older -- Must be a U.S. Citizen -- Must have resided in Minne- sota for 20 days prior to election. -- In order to register on election day, you must bring one of the following forms of identification to the polls: 1. Minnesota Driver's license with valid address in precinct; 2. Minnesota identification card with valid address in precinct; 3. Student identification card with valid address in precinct; 4. Student fee statement with valid address in precinct; 5. Student registration card with valid address in precinct; 6. Ineffective registration (notice which is sent by the County auditor when a registration card is not complete or the card was received after the pre- registration closing date); 7. Valid registration in same pre- cinct under a different address; or 8. A registered voter, living in the same precinct can personallyvouch that you now live in the precinct. CITY OF EAGAN POLLING PLACES Precinct 1: City of Eagan Fire Station #2, 2980 Lone Oak Circle Precinct 2: Pilot Knob Elementary School, 1436 Lone Oak Road Precinct 3: Highsite Manor Recreation Building, 1364 Highsite Drive Precinct 4: Cedar Elementary School, 2140 Diffley Road Precinct 5: City of Eagan Fire Station #1, 3940 Rahn Road Precinct 6: Cedar Grove Baptist Church, 4200 Rahn Road Precinct 7: Fire Administration Building, 3795 Pilot Knob Road Precinct 8: Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road Precinct 9: Rahn Elementary School, 4424 Sandstone Drive Precinct 10: Christ Lutheran Church, 1930 Diffley Road Precinct 11: Thomas Lake Elementary School, 4350.Thomas Lake Road Precinct 12: Easter Lutheran Church 4200 Pilot Knob Road Precinct 13: Northview Elementary School, 965 Diffley Road Precinct 14: Cedar Ridge Christian Church, 2024 Rahn Way (formerly located at the Dakota County Western Court Facility) LONE OAK ROAD YANKEE DOODLE �44ESCOTT ROAD DIFFLEY 0 0 COUNTY PARK CITY OF EAGAN PRECINCT MAP 4\ 2 C AIRPORT ISSUES . TESTING BEGUN ON NEW CORRIDOR PROCEDURE The FAA in cooperation with the Cities of Eagan and Mendota Heights and the Metropolitan Airports Commission began testing of a new procedure for the "Corri- dor" between the two cities on August 12. The sixty day test is intended to guage the feasibility of the procedure from an air traffic perspective and its effectiveness as a noise abatement strategy. The procedure which was developed by the Cities and the MAC will tighten flight procedures on both sides of the corridor in an effort to reduce noise impacts in residential areas of both communities. In addition, off-peak traffic will be directed to the middle of the corridor whenever possible. Residents are encouraged to observe any changes in noise impact experienced during the test. Following the test period, current procedures will be reinstated while results are reviewed. If the test is successful, it would be hoped that a final determi- nation for permanent implementation could be reached by the spring of 1992. DUAL TRACK AIRPORT PLANNING PROCESS MOVES FORWARD The City of Eagan is actively participating in the Dual Track Airport Planning Process which is considering expansion of the current airport or relocation to a new site. The dual track approach is intended to permit a complete review of both alternatives before a decision is made to pursue one or the other. Both alternatives will have impacts on Eagan. The City's job is to define the nature and extent of the impacts and their ramifications for its residents and businesses. The Metropolitan Airports Commission began its formal review of expansion alternatives for the current airport in August in anticipation of public hearings to be held this fall. The preliminary recommendation would include one additional runway located adjacent to Cedar Avenue and new, replacement terminal located at the intersection of Cedar and Highway 62. At the same time, the Metropolitan Council has begun to narrow the possible replacement sites for a new airport. Their process also calls for public hearings to be held this fall. The preferred site for relocation to be reviewed at these hearings is the Dakota County search area located between Rosemount and Hastings. Both agencies will report their final recommendations to the legislature at the beginning of the 1992 session. The two alternatives then will be analyzed and compared over the next four years with a final choice to expand or relocate to come in 1996. WHEN IT'S TOO LOUD AND YOU NEED TO TELL SOMEONE If you are bothered by an aircraft noise event, note the time of day, your location and as much as you can about the aircraft and direction of flight and call the MAC Noise Complaint Hotline at 726-9411. You may also write to the Metropolitan Airports Commission at 6040 28th Ave. So., Minneapolis, MN 55450. HOW DID IT GET ITS NAME? PILOT KNOB ROAD Pilot Knob Road was one of the earliest routes of travel through northern Dakota County following the settlement of this area. It was named after the elevation of land (now located in Arcacia Cemetery) which riverboat pilots used as a point of reference as they traveled upstream to Fort Snelling. This "knob" was also used by pilots of early airplanes as they watched for the prominent landmark when making their approach to the airport which had been established across the river in the 1920s. When the bill for Minnesota's territorial status was introduced to congress in 1849, it was listed as the site for the capitol. COMMUNITY RESTITUTION PROGRAMS Under a cooperative partnership with the Dakota County Court Services Department, the City of Eagan has be- come an active participant in the County's "Court Referred Volunteer Program." This program places adult and youth of- fenders in community work service proj- ects as an alternative to more traditional penalties of fines or incarceration. To ensure their suitability for working in a public setting, all restitution workers are pre-screened by a County probation offi- cer, prior to placement. Currently, Eagan is utilizing vol- unteers from three different program ar- eas. Since 1986, the County has offered a "SummerYouthRestitutionProgram," consisting of eight to ten youths led by a full-time crew supervisor. In the last five years, an estimated 9,000 hours of labor have been furnished to the City under this program. Projects have included in- stallation of playground edges and sur- faces, tree mulching, trails clearing, and painting of hockey rinks and shelter build- ings. A second program, the "Adult Court Referred Volunteer Program," assigns men and women of varying skill levels and ages to perform a range of commu- nity service projects. These adults, work- ing independently or with City staff, have helped to install irrigation and playground equipment, stain picnic tables and benches, and pick up litter in City parks. Since 1986, 61 adult restitution workers have completed over 3,000 hours of work in City parks. More recently, the City has joined forces with the County as a sponsor of the adult "Sentencing to Service" program or STS. Like the youth program, the STS is led by a full-time supervisor with a work crew ranging from five to ten vol- unteers. The City provides materials and supplies for each project and helps to coordinate implementation. During August, the STS made improvements to the boat launch at Fish Lake Park, mulched trees and shrubs in City parks, and cleaned and raked City beaches. These three court referred volun- teer programs have helped to upgrade the quality of City services and facilities white keeping down the costs in the City's maintenance programs. PUBLIC WORKS .. . SIGNS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL The Public Works Department receives many calls and requests for signs to reduce the speeding traffic on residential streets. While proper signage is used to regulate, warn, or guide traffic, the "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" provides criteria and warrants for such installations. The following examples are explanations regarding suggestions we receive from citizens to slow traffic: SPEED LIMIT SIGNS Although our City Council has many times recognized the desire to lower speed limits in residential areas below 30 MPH, current State Law precludes such action by the City. State Law does not allow local communities to designate or establish speed limits. In order to properly inform a driver of the change in speed limit from a higher speed limit road to a local residential street, a 30 MPH sign is installed at an appropriate location to ensure visibility for vehicles entering a lower residential speed zone. STOP SIGNS When a petition for stop sign installation is received, the City performs an analysis of intersection accidents, a speed study, traffic counts, and an analysis of intersection clear sight distances. If the intersection meets the necessary warrants and criteria, the installation of this traffic control device will be authorized by the City. However, unwarranted installation of stop signs many times creates a false sense of security to the pedestrians, while placing an unexpected traffic control device on the travelling public which many times is inadvertently overlooked, creating a greater safety hazard. Stop signs should not be used to control the speed of traffic. Normally, vehicles will increase their speed after stopping for an unwarranted stop sign. "SLOW - WATCH FOR CHILDREN" SIGNS The City recognizes the need to warn motorists of unusual situations along a roadway. The City of Eagan is a very young, growing community with an average age of 29 years, which implies a significant number of children in every residential area throughout our entire community. Therefore, we have felt that the best placement for these types of signs would be at specific locations where significant numbers of children are expected to congregate such as school yards, playgrounds, or neighborhood parks. This selective use tends to emphasize the importance of such signs when they are installed. To randomly place them on every residential street that had children would result in these signs being unconsciously disregarded at critical areas. SPEED BUMPS While recognizing that speed bumps have an inherent effect on the speed of the travelling public, they present a significant hazard to ambulances, fire trucks, snow plows, and bicyclists. Subsequently, it has been determined that their installation is not in the best interest of our community. Hopefully, this article has addressed the issues and provided an answer to some of the questions that Eagan residents have raised. EAGAN PARKING BAN NOV 15 TO APRIL 15 6 A.M. TO 6 P.M. PARKING ODD DAYS ODD SIDE EVEN DAYS EVEN SIDE SNOW PARKING BAN Even though it is difficult to think about snow while we are en- joying the warm weather of early fall, the snowplowing season will be here before we know it. Eagan resi- dents are reminded that the City has a parking ban which is in effect from November 15 to April 15 of each year. The reason for the ordinance is to provide for more efficient and safer snow removal and to help iden- tify abandoned or disabled vehicles. From 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on odd numbered days, parking is allowed on the odd numbered side of the street only; and from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on even numbered days, parking is allowed on the even numbered side of the street only. Parking is allowed on both sides of the street from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. The ordinance is in effect at all times from November 15 to April 15 whether there is snow on the ground or not. Vehicles in violation of the parking ban may be tagged and/or towed. Remember, the ban goes into effect on November 15. WINTERIZE YOUR WATER SYSTEM HELPFUL HINTS FROM YOUR EAGAN WATER DEPARTMENT CALL HOTLINE AT 454-1010 1. Locate the water shut off valves for your outside water faucets and turn them off. Leave the outside faucet on. Do this before cold weather sets in or pipes will freeze and break, causing po- tential damage. 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 are in your basement. 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 of a hot air dryer or even a light bulb over a period of time will solve the problem. WATER CONSERVATION ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEY RESULTS TALLIED Results are in from a City survey of 328 randomly selected households on water quality and urban forestry issues. Among the findings are the following: - Over 63% of the respondents indicated good water quality in Eagan's lakes and ponds was very important to them. Another 34.6% said it was moderately important. - Excessive growth of weeds and algae in ponds and lakes was identified by 93% of the respondents as an important water -related issue facing the City. - Shoreline preservation and restoration was identified as an important issue on 89% of the surveys returned. - Only 39% of the residents surveyed are aware that Eagan has adopted a management strategy to improve water quality in the community's lakes and ponds. - Over 90% of the respondents favor the City implementing a comprehensive boulevard tree planting program. - Over half said they could use more information from the City on pruning trees and shrubs and treating tree diseases. Of the 328 surveys sent out, over 67% were completed and returned. To those residents who were able to find the time to fill out the survey, please accept our sincere thanks. To those who couldn't, we understand. But be ready ... we may try you again in a couple of years! The final report on survey results should be completed by mid-September and will be mailed to those who requested it. CITY LOOKING FOR LAKE MONITORING VOLUNTEERS Need an excuse to take the canoe for a spin around the pond next summer as well as learn a little about lake management? Ifso, you may be interested in volunteering, to help track water clarity in any of the lakes or ponds in Eagan through the Citizen Lake Monitoring Program. The program is sponsored by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agencyand coor= dinated in Eagan by the City. Volunteers are given equipment to take water clarity measurements several times per month on a pond or lake of interest. The data is useful for detecting and tracking water quality patterns, both over the course of a single season and over many seasons. If you are interested in participating as a volunteer or would 'like more information, call the City Water Resources Coordinator at 454-5220. WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM Please remember the odd/even watering program when preparing your yard and trees for the winter season. It is a permanent year round conservation program. Odd addresses may water on odd days, and even addresses may water on even days only. WATER QUALITY/URBAN FORESTRY EDUCATION Your third -grader may soon be a whiz on lakes and trees as a result of a lesson being developed through a joint effort between School District 196 and the City of Eagan. Seventeen schools within the dis- trict will be receiving a discussion guide and slide/audio program on what can happen to forests and lake water quality as land use changes from open, undevel- oped to urban. Equally important, the program deals with what communities and individuals can do to preserve trees and fight the pollution problem that threatens our urban lakes. So next time your third grader has a suggestion for protecting the water quality of the lake down the block or taking care of the oak in your front yard, you just might want to listen especially closely ... . (MIS NEWSLETTER IS PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER LIBRARY NOTES .. . YOUR ifOLTI� � BECOME A VOLUNTEER The Dakota County Library has been a very important part of the Eagan community since its opening in 1983. The Wescott Library has steadily grown, more services and programs have been added to meet the demand, and more people have discovered the wonderful world of libraries. Many of these programs could not have been carried out if it weren't for faithful volunteers. A new program, Adopt -A -Shelf, has been introduced and an orientation meeting is planned for Monday, August 12, at 7:00 p.m., and on Tuesday, August 13, 2:00 p.m. Volunteers will be assigned a portion of a shelf, receive training, and then maintain the books in order on this shelf. There is still time for you to become involved. If you are interested in becoming a library volunteer in the Adopt -A -Shelf program, please ask at the library reception desk for information. Whether you have a little or a lot of time to spare, the library is appreciative of your volunteer effort. HOMEBOUND Library users who are confined on a temporary or permanent basis are dis- covering that 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. Volunteers to deliver the materials to the homebound person are always needed. To receive this service, or to be a provider of this service, call the library for information. ADULT LITERACY PROJECT Do you know an adult who needs help with reading, writing, or speaking the English language? If so, help is available at the library where newly -trained tutors are anxious to use their teaching skills. Tutors and students meet on a one-to-one basis at a mutually convenient time in the library. The program includes computer assisted learning. WESCOTT GALLERY Library staff is pleased to provide space in the library for the display of artists' works. In October, artist Michael East will exhibit some of his many original paintings. The Wescott Gallery is located on the lower level of the library and can be enjoyed during library open hours. SUNDAY OPEN HOURS Back by popular demand! This is a popular time for library users to browse between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Mark your calendar for the opening day, September 8. Regular hours of the Wescott 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. The Sunday open hours begin on September 8 and continue until May 17, 1992. (crTICABLE . NEW TELECAST TIMES FOR GOVERNMENT MEETINGS The City of Eagan telecasts its regularly scheduled public meetings on Government Access Channel 16. The meetings are cablecast live, and then replayed twice. With the meetings shown on the government cable channel three times, this ensures that Eagan's citizens have the opportunity to stay informed on the events and issues which shape their community. There recently has been a change in the times the meetings are played back. Listed below are days and times when the meetings are normally shown. Occasionally, due to holidays or other circumstances, the schedule may be al- tered. For up-to-date information, con- sult Channel 16's community messages. CITY COUNCIL: Live, 1st & 3rd Tues., 6:30 p.m On Tape, Next Day, Weds., 11:00 a.m. On Tape, Next Day, Weds., 6:00 p.m. PLANNING COMMISSION: Live, 4th Tues., 7:00 p.m. On Tape, Next Day, Weds., 11:00 a.m. On Tape, Next Day, Weds., 6:00 p.m. PARK & REC: Live, 1st Thurs., 7:00 p.m. On Tape, Following Mon., 11:00 a.m. On Tape, Following Mon., 6:00 p.m. CABLE COMMISSION: Live, 2nd Thurs., 7:00 p.m. On Tape, Following Mon., 11:00 a.m. On Tape, Following Thurs., 7:00 p.m. �T'he Eagan News is distributed four times a year as a publte service by the 1 I Eagan City Council. The newsletter is I I prepared through the office of the 1 CuyAdministrator. YOUNG ADULTS ASSIST PARK PATROL Th Cf Ea is't ki h Ih' Ex 1 y 19$7 th' h h e ity o gan a n an to is er association wit novative approach to providing secu- un rity services in mimics a g the p orer it. A surplus squad car has also been p l park arm rec converted into a `°Park Ranger" vehicle rection areas. reas Originally conceived in with two-wa communication witty the , is program re es on t e volun- Police l apartment:: taffy assistance ofyounh g men and women who wish to "explore" law enforce opowsioridi meet as a potential car•e•er. Par tcipants are members of Explorer ' Post #568 which is affiliated with the Indianhead Council of Sit:; Paul and is managed under a joint partner- ship between the Eagan Parks/Recrea tion Department and theEagan Police Department. At the present time, there are approximately 25 students involved with the Park Ranger Explorer Pro- gram, ranging in ages from 16 to 22 years. Program participants volunteer their time in patrolling City parks in the interest of gaining a "real life" ex- perience in'iaw enforcement. Each Ex- plorer is given a full uniform to identify Explorers patrol the parks in pairs, with the program typically operating on a seven day per week schedule during all four seasons of the year. The Park Ranger Explorer Program is viewed as a cost effective means for extending the patrol capacities of the Eagan Police Department in City parks. While the program cannot supplement all :law enforcement activities, it has offered an effective mechanism for enhancing public relations and park security'by: disseminating information park visitors, -- providing "soft" enforcement of the parks and recreationordinance, heightening visibility of "police' patrol" in parks, collecting information about park usage, and -- creating a positive image of the City through improved customer serv- ice and youth Icadershtp Since 1987, the Ranger Explorer Program has provided the City with an estimated 10,(X)0 hours of volunteer services in Eagan's parks. Throughout this period, the program has operated with a flawless record and has signifi- cantly aided in controlling vandalism and ordinance violations in City parks. The City of Eagan wishes to: pub- licly thank the members of the Eagan Park Ranger Explorer Post for their outstanding contribution to the quality of life in our community. BITUMINOUS MAINTENANCE IN EAGAN PARKS Bituminous maintenance may not sound like an intriguing topic, but in a City like Eagan -with more than 74 miles of blacktop trails, 34 tennis courts, 25 basketball courts, and 22 parking areas - long-term maintenance is an important element to the safety, longevity, and aes- thetic appearance of park facilities. In response, the City initiated a comprehensive bituminous maintenance program in 1987 to address the growth in recreation facilities during the mid 1980's. One of the first steps in the pro- gram was the inventory of all bituminous facilities in the parks system. The char- acteristics of each facility or trail were then entered in a computer including the location, year installed, and physical dimensions. For the Eagan Parks Sys- tem, the inventory originally revealed 102 individual facility entries. Staff next conducted a thorough on-site evaluation of each bituminous facility and gave each an overall ranking. Following a review of bituminous pro- grams in other communities, a series of maintenance standards were then writ- ten for each of the park facility catego- ries. This program has become one of the most highly regarded in the state. With City Council support, the Parks and Recreation Department has devel- oped a successful, cost effective means for protecting and improving the City's bituminous park facilities. The follow- ing are some of the program's accom- plishments: -- 28,997 square yards of parking lots and access roads sealcoated and striped, -- 20 tennis courts and hard courts colorcoated and lined, and -- 27.5 miles of trails sealcoated. The Eagan Bituminous Mainte- nance Management Plan is one of sev- eral important elements that make up the City's overall facility management program. It is hoped that, through these efforts, residents will enjoy a consistent level of service in Eagan's parks - whether playing tennis, bike riding, or leisurely strolling down a wooded trail. For more information about fa- cility maintenance plans in your neigh- borhood, please contact John VonDe- Linde, Superintendent of Parks, at 454- 5220. TREE TRUST PROJECTS The Thin Cities 'lee Rust is a nonprofit corporation which was founded in 1976 to employ and train disadvantaged youth in meaningful public projects that providea lasting benefit to the communities in which they are performed. The materials for the projects are provided by the cities. The projects are completed by youth crews supervised by the Tree Trust at no further cost to the cities. The City of Eagan has benefit- ted during the past several years from projects completed by this group. This summer, the crews constructed play- ground edging, constructed a planter box and installed drain tile at Ohmann Park; constructed a timber staircase and a fishing pier at Carlson Lake; constructed playground edging with staircase and wall at Trapp Farm Park and constructed a planter box at Bridle Ridge Park. THE CITY OF EAGAN IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER '11,1 J44, ---;7N° 111104. TREE AND LAWN CARE TIPS • HOMEOWNERS RESPONSIBLE ...................................................................... FOR TREE MAINTENANCE IN STREET RIGHT-OFWWAY Eagan ordinances require property owners to be responsible for pruning and maintaining trees within public street rights -of way adjacent to their prop- erty. Trees must be properly trimmed to provide necessary visibiItty for thee and efficient movement of vehicles and pedestrians. Trees must not block the visibility of any street signs or the illumination of street lights. Mature trees growing along the right: -of way must also be pruned so that all branches are at least 13.5 feet above the street surface and at least 8 feet above the ground for all other puhlic places Beginning this autumn, the City ofFaganwillbesending notices to affected property owners advising them of the City's ordinance and requirements for proper tree pruning The pruning maybe doneby the property owner or any' tree contractor who has been licensed by the City (a list of licensed contractors may be obtained by contacting the Municipal Center, 454-8100). Any tree not properly pruned within <the time allowed by the notice will be subject to mainte- nance by the City or its designated `contractor. The cost: of any such work performed by the City will then be assessed to the property owner through an additional tax assessment. It is the goal of the Eagan Public Works and Forestry Departments to have ail of the trees along street rights-of-way properly pruned by mid -winter. This tine schedule should not cause great inconvenience to any property owners since fall is usually a good time for yard cleanup, as well as an appropriate time for pruning FALL LAWN CARE Fall is the best time of the year for many lawn care practices that will pro- mote a healthy lawn next year. Fall fertilization is designed to stimulate root growth which will provide the founda- tion for lush plant growth in the spring. Active lawn care and good water quality can be compatible by following a few guidelines: 1. Test the nutrient content of your lawn's soil first. 2. Don't over -fertilize. 3. Eliminate spray or drift of fertil- izer onto hard surfaces, such as drive- ways, sidewalks, or the street. 4. Never apply fertilizer on frozen ground. 5. Grass clippings, leaves, and other plant debris should be kept off streets, sidewalks, and driveways or removed as soon as possible. This material can be composted, used in the garden as mulch or disposed of at a community compost site. For further information, please call the Water Quality Coordinator at 454- 5220. PERMITS AVAILABLE FOR BOULEVARD LANDSCAPING In the interest of promoting com- munity beautification, the City Council recently amended the City code to allow the planting of trees and shrubs within rights-of-way and boulevards under a new City permit system. Permit criteria take into consid- eration the location and clearance for underground utilities, sidewalks, street design, schedules for major construc- tion, and vehicle/pedestrian safety. Interested parties may obtain a permit application and instructions from the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122. Once a permit application has been received and underground utility loca- tions marked, it will be reviewed by the City Forestry and Engineering Depart- ments. If the application is approved by the City, a permit will be issued at no cost to the applicant. In some cases, a permit may be denied if, in the opinion of the City, these plantings will become a visual ob- struction for vehicle/pedestrian traffic or if the planting space is too limited because of utilities or sidewalk locations. If you would like more informa- tion, please contact Tom Schuster, Eagan City Forester, at 454-5220. PROTECTING TREES There are many things homeowners can do to protect landscape plants against Minnesota's harsh climate . 1. It is important to plant tree and shrub varieties which are hardy in this part of the country. But plants that normally grow here may still be subject to injury in extreme conditions. 2. Protect young trees from sun scald Minnesota's harsh climate in winter by wrapping the trunk with a commercial tree wrap paper, plastic tree guards, or any other light colored material. The wrap will reflect the sun and keep the bark at more constant temperature. Put the wrap on in the fall and remove it in the spring after the last frost. 3. To reduce root kill, mulch new trees and shrubs with 4 to 6 inches of wood chips or straw if snow cover is unreliable. If the fall has been dry, water heavily before the ground freezes to reduce frost penetration. For further information, please call the City Forester at 454-5220. HER9401fie SEPTEMBER 1991 RECYCLING REMINDER Materials accepted for curbside and apartment recycling include: Metal- Aluminum and tin - food and beverages containers. Please rinse and remove labels and flatten larger cans. Glass- clear, green and brown - food and beverage containers. Please rinse and remove caps, lids and rings. No need to remove labels. Newspapers- everything from the Sunday paper is OK to recycle. Place in paper grocery bag or bundle with string. Corrugated Cardboard - flatten and bundle with string no larger than 3' by 3'. Plastic Bottles- rinse bottles and remove caps and pumps (throw them away). No need to remove labels. Please flatten. **Individual haulers may accept additional items such as magazines, catalogs or others. Please check with your refuse/recycling hauler for details. NEW CONTAINERS ARE COMING I NEW CONTAINERS ARE COMING I The City of Eagan has recently or- dered a large number of residential curbside containers to keep up with our growing community and demand for convenient recycling containers. The new order should arrive in mid September. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause while you wait. In the mean time, resi- dents living in single family to four unit homes or townhomes are able to participate in the Eagan Curbside Recycling Program using paper grocery bags or boxes to separate your materials. Please set the recyclable materials a few feet away from your regular refuse to help the drivers spot your setout. Please check the local newspapers in early September for the con- tainer arrival announcement. You will be able to pick up a set at the Municipal Center when they arrive or be placed on a list for delivery. Down The Drain On sviitase, each of us uses 80 gamins of water per day (indoor usage). three quarters is used in the bathroom and as much as 40 percent is wasted. 1 .. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY SURVEY RESULTS ARE IN! The City of Eagan is currently working with the University of Minnesota Agriculture Education Department to finalize our sur- vey results. The first analysis has been conducted and we wanted to share some of the results with you. •Over95% of the respondents par- ticipate in some form of recycling activity (drop-off or curbside, etc.). Residents also added materials to the list of items they recycle, beyond the curbside program, such as auto batteries and oil, household batteries and white office type papers. •62%Q of the recyclers participate on a weekly basis. Solid Waste Watcher Six Month Recycling Totals Eagan residents recycled just over 1,500 tons of recyclable mate- rials between January and June of 1991. Your efforts have made great strides toward reaching our mandated abatement goals and helping our environment. As one example, by recycling 1,021 tons of newspapers alone you have saved 17,357 trees from being cut down . Our goal for 1991 is 3,200 tons of materials recycled and kept our of our area landfills. We have a long way to go to reach our goal. You can make a difference ! Check your house and garage for additional items to be recycled- corrugated cardboard, white office papers, magazines or household batteries. Some items can be taken to the local drop-off center. If these items are not collected by your refuse/recycling hauler you may take them to Recycle Minnesota Resources redemption center at 1350 Larc Industrial Blvd., Burnsville. For more information on additional or special items, please call the Recycling Program at 454-8100 or your refuse hauler. bageQuizGarbageQuizGa rbageQuizGarbag . � yr How long does it take for a 'disposable ' plastic diaper to decompost? 1 a) 500 years b) 250 years c) 100 years d) 6 months If you spend Sil on groceries, how much I f that goes for packaging? a) 51 b) 75 cents c) 45 cents d) 21 cents 11 What percent of energy is saved by making an aluminum can from recycled rather than virgin bma- terials? 1 a)95%78%c) 48%d) 25% I 1 1 Back in 1958, a total of 98 percent of drinks in the U.S. were sold in returnable containers. What was the percentage in 1986% I a) 15% b) 25% c) 40% d) 60% Denmark recycles about 60 percent of its municipal solid waste, and Japan about 50 percent And the U.S.? a) 10% b) 30% c) 40% d) 45%. I Answers: •.e, sl saonsanb atn;o tpea of i sue au& •-- 10 Yard Waste Dakota County operates two yard waste composting facilities throughout the county. The Eagan Site is located just south of the Eagan Municipal Center at 3830 Pilot Knob Rd. The main facility is located in Lakeville, on Pilot Knob Rd. 2.5 miles south of County Rd. 42. The Materials accepted at the sites include: leaves, grass, garden wastes, weeds, sod strippings, and prunings (up to 6" in diameter). 1991 Hours of Operation April 1- November 15 Monday, Tuesday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday CLOSED Friday Saturday Sunday 9a.m.-6p.m. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Closed Holidays For more information, please call R.D. Pecar & Co., Inc. at 460-8332, or the Dakota County Infoline at 438 -Info (4636). ILLEGAL DUMPING It is unlawful for any person to deposit yard wastes in a sanitary landfill or any place other than a designated yard waste facility. Recycle Your Old Phonebooks US West will again locate a collection box for your old phonebooks. The 1991/92 edition of the Apple Valley/ Burnsville/Eagan directory will be distributed over the next few weeks. Residents will again be able to recycle your old phonebooks. Sept. 14-28 Sept. 14-28 The collection box will be located at the City of Eagan's Fire Administration building, 3795 Pilot Knob Rd. The box will be in the S/W corner of the parking lot and will be marked with a yellow banner. You can deposit your phonebooks with the covers on. Residents and small businesses are encouraged to use this site to help recycle the many tons of phonebooks which pass through the city each year. 11 •64% favored mandatory recycling legislation. Of these respondents- 66% stated mandatory recycling would not change their recycling habits while 25% stated mandatory recycling would motivate them to reduce their wastes and increase the number of materials they recycle. Just over 45% of the respondents stated they would support an additional small utility charge to help coordinate local recycling programs if state and county support is decreased or eliminated. •33% of residents surveyed manage a backyard compost pile for their leaves and grass clippings. Again, thank you to those who took the extra time to complete the sur- vey. The information gathered from these results will be valuable to the city to expand and improve environ- mental quality programs for the fu- ture. Where The Watts Go Air Conditio 5% 0 Ref geration 8%� Li J ting, ■oking & Appliances 15% Water Heating 18% Space Heating 54% VII R.A. P P. GROUP HITS THE CHARTS A Waste Reduction and Procurement Policy work group has been formed at the Eagan Municipal Center. With rep- resentatives from each department, the group is working to identify, implement and measure waste reduction activities within all municipal -buildings. Currently, "waste audits" are being conducted to evaluate the waste stream in the municipal buildings to help identify solutions for waste reduction and environmentally sound use of our resources. The City of Eagan hopes to establish a program that is manageable and successful at reducing the amounts of waste coming into the city offices, therefore, reducing the need to landfill and/or recycle materials. If we all work hard to produce less waste we may save money on disposal costs, reduce dependance on area landfills and save natural resources. Information will be available for review of the project. Some ideas may work at your place of business, check us out!. Please contact Recycling Coordinator Kris Hageman for information at 454-8100. Reduce,Reuse,Recycle. %or ...make it second nature! F17• • • INSIDE OUR TRASH CAN If we were to sift through the tons of garbage which are produced every year, we would find that much of it involves paper in one form or another. newspapers, magazines, cardboard boxes, office trash and packaging materials. Other common items include glass bottles, aluminum cans, steel, plastics, yard clippings and food wastes. Just over 90% of the wastes generated every year can be recycled, reused and/or composted. • Recycle Minnesota Resources Closes its Doors, September 1st. The Eagan Recycle Minnesota Re- sources redemption center located at 1971 Seneca will close its doors September 1, 1991. RMR officials state low traffic flows through the area and subsequent low volumes of materials at the center for the clo- sure. RMR will maintain its large redemption center in Burnsville lo- cated at the Dakota County Re- cyclables Collection Center at 1350 Larc Industrial Blvd. For more in- formation, please call 484-5373. - Cable TV,Update New Recycling video presentations now on cable channel 16. Watch for the two short tapes which take you through the steps taken to recycle your newspaper and glass once they leave the curb. 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HIS/HER PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTTVTFY. —P.+B.F.NZ48P.611B G1FA1Z51Si ti 9T11 B,E NAME CITY OF EAGAN MAIL -IN REGISTRATION FORM ADDRESS DOME PHONE • WORK ?BONE •: NAME 0► ACTIVITY ENCLOSED S Sia CIF 70 COVER REGSTRAT1ON TTNA DAYS CHILDS BIRTH DATE L THE UNDERSIGNED PARENT, GUARDIAN OR PARTICIPANT, DO HEREBY AGREE 10 ALLOW THE INDIVIDUAL NAMED HEREIN TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED ACTIVTIY(IES); AND 1 FURTHER AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY, AND ALT. LIABILT Y FOR ANY INJURY WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY THE AFOREMENTIONED INDIVIDUAL ARISING OUT OF, OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WTII-1, HIS/HER PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTIVITY. PARENT OR PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE NAME CITY OF EAGAN MAIL -IN REGISTRATION FORM HOME PHONE • ADDRESS NAME 0► ACTIVITY ENCLOSED S WORK ?BONE IF: Suit 70 COVER REGISTRATION TIME City DAYS Zip CHILDS BIRTH DATE L THE UNDERSIGNED PARENT, GUARDIAN OR PARTICIPANT. DO HEREBY AGREE TO ALLOW THE INDIVIDUAL NAMED HEREIN TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED ACTIVI TY(IF_S); AND I FURTHER AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY, AND ALL LABILITY FOR ANY INJURY WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY THE AFOREMENTIONED INDIVIDUAL ARISING OLTT OF, OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH, HIS/HER PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTIVITY. 1 PARENT OR PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE NAME CITY OF EAGAN MAIL -IN REGISTRATION FORM ADDRESS HOME PHONE WORK PHONE •: NAME 0► ACTIVITY air ENCLOSED S TO COVER REGISTRATION TIME DAYS CHILDS BIRTH DATE J L THE UNDERSIGNED PARENT, GUARDIAN OR PARTICIPANT, DO HEREBY AGREE TO ALLOW THE INDIVIDUAL NAMED HEREIN TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED ACTIVTTY(IES); AND 1 FURTHER AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY, AND ALL, LABILITY FOR ANY INJURY WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY THE AFOREMENTIONED INDIVIDUAL ARISING OUT OF. OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH, HIS/HER PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTIVITY. PARENT OR PARTICIPANT SIG NATURE NAME CITY OF EAGAN MAIL -IN REGISTRATION FORM ADDRL4S HOME PHONE • WORK PHONE 0: City ME OF AiRTVrly D*CLOSED S 70 DOER REGISTRATION BF DAYS CHILDS BIRTH DATE -4 L THE UNDERSIGNED PARENT. GUARDIAN OR PARTICIPANT, D0 HEREBY AGREE 10 ALLOW 7HE INDIVIDUAL NAMED HEREIN TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED ACIMIY(I S); AND I FURTHER AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY, AND ALL, LIABILITY FOR ANY INJURY W}0 1 MAY BE SUFFERED BY THE AFOREMENTIONED INDIVIDUAL ARISING OLTT OF, OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WRH, HIS/HER PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTIVITY. PARENT OR PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE NAME NAME OF ACIINTIY CITY OF EAGAN MAIL -IN REGISTRATION FOS wan PHONT • 1U;se 5 TO COVER REGISTRATION 'won .PALMY t: luhl DAYS WILDS WITH DAT! 1. THE UNDERSIGNED PARENT, GUARDIAN OR PARTICIPANT, DO HEREBY AGREE TO ALLOW TIE INDIVIDUAL NAMED HEREIN TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED AC'nnVTTY(IES); AND I FURTHER AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST ANY, AND ALL, LIABILITY POR ANY INJURY WHICH MAY BE SUFFERED BY THE AFOREMENTIONED INDIVIDUAL ARISING OUT OF, OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WTTR HIS/HER PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTIVITY. PARENT OR PARTICIPANT SIGNATURE 14 J WINTER RECREATION LEADERS Applications for Winter Recreation Leader positions will be accepted beginning Tuesday, October 15, through Friday, November 29, 1991. All applicants must complete a City application form. The forms are available at the Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road, 454-8100. Winter Recreation leaders supervise the activities at skating rinks throughout the City, the sliding hill at Trapp Farm Park and other winter programs including the winter weekend. Applicants should enjoy working with children of all ages, thrive on outdoor activity and be available for work after school, weekends and holidays from mid-December through February. Applicants must be at least 16 years old. The City of Eagan is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. THE CITY OF EAGAN IS COMMITTED TO THE POLICY THAT ALL PERSONS HAVE EQUAL ACCESS TO ITS PROGRAMS% FACILITIES AND EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, Comm, CREED, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX DISABILITY, AGA MARTIAL STATUS OR STATUS WITH REGARD TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. EAGAN SENIORS Eagan Seniors meet several times a month to visit with long time friends, to welcome new seniors to the community, and to have fun. Pot luck lunches are a regular activity for the group. The group has attended plays at the Old Log Theatre, lunched at local restaurants, and occasionally plays bingo or cards. A seniors "coffee club" meets at 9:00 A.M. on the first Tuesday of each month at the McDonalds on Silver Bell Road. McDonalds staff Phyllis Lang and Peggy Knudsen are on hand to welcome seniors for this social gathering. One morning each month, seniors meet to walk in Eagan Parks or along the City's extensive trail system. The activity moves indoors in the late fall. If you are an Eagan Senior, new to the City or a lifelong resident, join us. Call Parks and Recreation at 454-8100 to place your name on the program mailing list. CABLE TV Watch for regular Parks and Recreation program announcements on Cable TV. Recreation activities, information on park facilities and announcements of special events are featured. Be in the Know! September, 1991 Sunday 1 Monday 2 LABOR DAY Tuesday 3 CITY COUNCIL Wednesday 4 11 FOOTBALL FOOTBALL LEAGUES MANAGER 5 MTGS. Thursday 5 ADV. PARKS, RECREATION & NAT. RES. COMv1. Friday 6 Saturday 7 RECREATION PRGR. REGISTRATIJN 10 AM - NOON 8 9 10 EVENING WITH THE STARS 8 12 PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA 8 PM 13 14 THE WH7 DONE IT HIKE VOLKSMARCH 4 FM 15 16 WALK CLUB MTG 6:30MEDFORD PM BIKE CLUB MTG 7:00 PM 17 18 19 LAVENDAR INN! OUTLET MALL TRIP CRY COUNCIL 20 MN. HARVEST APPLE ORCHARD TRP 21 22 FALL IN THE NATIVE PRAIRIE 2-3:30 PM 23 TINY TOTS 24 TINY TOTS 25 TINY TOTS 26 TN.( TOTS DOG OBEDIENCE 27 FITNESS & FUN GAMES KIDS PLAY IMAGINE THAT 38 GRAND OPENING CAPON! ART PARK 1 - 4 PM 29 30 TINY TOTS I 15 ADULT BOOT HOCKEY LEAGUE Organize your friends for a recreational league on ice. Slide and shoot while having fun to boot! This new league is for players who want to exercise, have fun and enjoy playing boot hockey with friends. Because, it is a new league, many issues will be discussed at the mandatory manager's meeting Monday, December 16, 7:30 P.M., in the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. The final cost will be determined then, as well. Space is limited. Priority is given to teams consisting primarily of players who live or work in Eagan. DATE: TIME: LOCATION: Sundays, December 29 through February 9 Game times at 10:00 A.M. and 11:00 A.M. Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Ave. FEE: $50.00 down payment (remainder of fee to be determined) REGISTRATION: December 2 - 14, 1991 For registration information contact Eagan Parks and Recreation after November 4. 4 -MAN HOCKEY Before you know it, winter will be upon us. Plan now for the up -coming season and organize your team. Last year, everyone enjoyed 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 slap shots are allowed. Due to the popularity of this sport, we are moving the league to Wednesday evenings and the brand new shelter building at Bridle Ridge Park. Registration information is available by contacting Eagan Parks and Recreation, 454-8100. A mandatory manager's meeting is scheduled for Monday, ,December 16 at 6:30 P.M. in the Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. DATES: Wed. evenings, Jan. 8 through Feb. 19 TIMES: Game times at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 P.M. LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Road TEAM FEE: $75.00 (seven games planned) REGISTRATION: Returning teams - December 2 - 6, 1991 New teams - December 9 - 13, 1991 (Teams must consist primarily of players who live or work in Eagan) 12 CARDIO -PULMONARY RESUSCITATION American Heart CPR training is offered this fall. Parks and Recreation and the Eagan Fire Department jointly sponsor this opportunity to learn a potential life saving skill. The CPR course is completed in two evenings of concentrated practice. A total of eight (8) hours are required for certification. The training includes lecture, viewing videos and hands on work with Resusci- Annies. limited. DATES: TIME: Two sections of CPR are offered. Register early as space is Tuesdays, October 1 & 8, 1991 Tuesdays, November 26 & December 3, 1991 6:00 - 10:00 P.M. LOCATION: Community Room Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Rd. FEE: $25.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, September 27, 1991 4:00 P.M., Friday, November 22, 1991 INFLUENZA IMMUNIZATION CLINIC The Dakota County Public Health Nursing Service and the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department have scheduled an influenza immunization clinic this fall. Persons with health problems are encouraged to consult with their physician prior to immunization. DATE: Wednesday, October 30, 1991 TIME: 9:30 - 11:00 A.M. LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Administration Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $5.00 Donation DISCOVER US! 454-8010 When does registration begin for fall programs? Does the rain today mean an event is canceled? Where, and at what time does the bus leave for my field trip? For an answer to these questions and for other pertinent program announcements, just call 454-8010 for Recreation Happenings recorded messages. NOTE: The change -over in the City's telephone system this fall will include a smooth transition for the Discover Us! hot line. In the event that there is a change in telephone number, the new number will be published in the local media, and the system will direct the caller to the new number. Discover Us! REGISTRATION INFORMATION FALL RECREATION ACTIVITY REGISTRATION LOCATION Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road Regular Office Hours: 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Monday -Friday REGISTRATION OPENS Saturday, September 7, 1991 10:00 A.M. - Noon 0 0 0 0 , IIIIIIIIIIIIII flv 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 112 NOTE: Registration received prior to September 7 will be processed upon completion of the first day in-person session. REQUESTS TO CHANGE A REGISTRATION Requests to change activity locations, sections or times for registrations already completed must be made in-person. Telephone requests can not be accepted. A fee of $2.00 will be charged for this service. CONFIRMATION LETTERS Letters of confirmation are not sent. You should attend an activity for which you register as scheduled unless you are notified otherwise. REFUND POLICY Registration fees for programs canceled by Parks & 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 can be made after registration deadlines or the start of an activity. Please fill out one registration form for each participant and one for each activity. NATIONAL YOUTH SPORTS COACHES ASSOCIATION COACHES CERTIFICATION The Department of Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with the Eagan Athletic Association and the Rosemount Area Athletic Association, conduct Coaches Certification Clinics for youth sport coaches. Clinics are offered to youth coaches in the following sports: basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, football and hockey. The subject matter of the clinic videotapes include: The Psychology of Coaching youth sports, first aid, maximizing performance. The first year certification program also includes skills tapes that are sport specific. Approximately 250 youth coaches have attended clinics to date in 1991. Additional sessions for basketball are upcoming in September. Has your child's coach participated in a clinic? 13 FACILITY RESERVATIONS The City provides numerous facilities that are available for use by the public. It is recommended that for any group function a facility reservation be executed with the Department of Parks and Recreation. This will enable you to avoid the embarrassment of arriving at a facility that is already booked, has been changed over for another sport or has been rotated out of service for maintenance purposes. The facilities typically in question for the fall are: Soccer and softball fields, tennis courts, pavilions, shelter buildings and sand volleyball courts. To reserve a facility, call Parks and Recreation at 454-8100. Subject to the level of service your group requests, fees may be charged. CO-ED RECREATIONAL 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 playing volleyball. 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 accepted on a first come basis. A team fee of $50.00 is due upon registration. Managers of prospective new teams should contact Parks and Recreation by September 10, 1991, for registration information, DATES: TIMES: Between 6:30 - 10:30 P.M. LOCATION: Dakota Hills Middle School 4183 Braddock Trail Thursdays, Sept. 12 - Nov. 7, 1991 FEE: $50.00 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 10, 1991 Fridays, Sept. 13 - Dec. 13, 1991 Between 6:30 - 1030 PM. Deerwood, Pinewood, Woodland Elementary Schools and Dakota Hills Middle School, 4183 Braddock Trail CO-ED OFFICIATED POWER VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE The Eagan Parks and Recreation Department is offering two leagues for teams who want to play volleyball with calls made by referees. Registration 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 accepted on a first come basis. A non-refundable deposit of $57.50 (Thursdays) and $69.00 (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 and Recreation by September 10, 1991, for registration information. DATES: TIMES: FEE: LOCATION: Thursdays, Sept. 12 - Nov. 7, 1991 Between 6:30 - 10:30 P.M. (Thurs) $115.00 per team (Thurs) Dakota Hills Middle School, 4183 Braddock Trail CO-REC FLAG FOOTBALL Come on and join this new league! What a great night out for everyone. Take advantage of the cool, crisp fall evenings with friends and work-out, too. Gather your team now and contact Eagan Parks and Recreation, 454-8100 for registration information. Space is limited so register early. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11, at 7:15 P.M. in the Municipal Center. DATE: Fridays, Sept. 20 - Nov. 1 TIME: Game times at 7:00 or 8:00 P.M. LOCATION: Northview Athletic 980 Northview Park Rd TEAM FEE: $195 (7 games) REGISTRATION: Register on a first-come, first-served, space -available basis September 3-7. In-person registration will be accepted before mail -in registration. (Priority registration to teams consisting of players who live or work in Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Rosemount, Lakeville, Farmington or Savage) Fridays, Sept. 13 - Dec. 13, 1991 Between 6:30 - 10:30 P.M. (Fri) $138.00 per team (Fri) SEVEN MAN TOUCH FOOTBALL FOUR -MAN PASSING TOUCH FOOTBALL This sanctioned, competitive league plays Wednesday evenings at Goat Hill Park. Enjoy the action of this fast -paced game. Contact Parks and Recreation, 454-8100 for registration information. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is scheduled for Wednesday evening, September 11, at 6:30 P.M., in the Municipal Center. Space is limited. DATE: Wednesdays, Sept. 18 -Oct. 30 TIME: Game times at 6, 7, 8 and 9:00 P.M. LOCATION: Goat Hill Park 4391 Lexington Ave TEAM FEE: $306 (7 games) REGISTRATION: Returning teams: Aug. 26-30 New teams: Sept. 3-7 (Priority registration to teams consisting of players who live or work in Eagan) 10 Eagan Parks and Recreation is forming this new League emphasizing exercise and fun! The game is played on a shorter field with only passing allowed. This un - officiated game is meant to provide for an enjoyable recreational league. Registration information is available by calling Parks and Recreation at 454-8100. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11, at 7:45 P.M. in the Municipal Center. Space is limited. DATE: Saturdays, TIMES: Games at LOCATION: TEAM FEE: Sept. 21 through Nov. 2. 12:00, 1:00 and 2:00 P.M. Northview Athletic 980NorthviewParkRoad $95 (7 games) REGISTRATION: Register on a first-come, first-served, space available basis September 3-7. In-person registration will be accepted before mail -in registration. (Priority registration to teams consisting of players who live or work in Eagan) THREE-MAN BASKETBALL LEAGUE Enjoy the excellent workout and fun competition of this recreational, un -officiated league. This year we will be offering two leagues; a competitive league and a recreational league. Both leagues are on Wednesday evenings in elementary school gyms. Thirteen games are planned, full court. League size is limited to eight competitive and eight recreation teams. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 24, at 6:30 P.M. in the Municipal Center. Space is limited. DATE: Competitive League - Nov. 6 - Feb. 26 Recreational League - Nov. 6 - Feb. 26 TIME: Wed.evenings, game times at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 LOCATION: Competitive League - Woodland Elem. School Recreational League - Thomas Lake Elem. School TEAM FEE: $65.00 (Returning teams) $115.00 (New teams, includes team jersey) REGISTRATION: Returning teams - Oct. 1 - 11, 1991 New teams - Oct. 14 - 22, 1991 MEN'S BROOMBALL Eagan Parks and Recreation offers two broomball leagues for men. Both leagues will be sanctioned and games will be played on Sunday or Monday evenings. Seven games are planned, weather permitting. Registration information is available by contacting Parks and Recreation at 454-8100. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10 at 7:00 P.M. for Sunday League, 7:30 for Monday League, the Municipal Center. Space is limited. DATE: Dec. 22, 23 through Feb. 2, 3 TIME: Game times at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 P.M. LOCATION: Quarry Park 3340 Coachman Road TEAM FEE: $217 (seven games planned) REGISTRATION: Returning teams, November 18 - 29 New teams, December 2 - 6 (Teams must consist primarily of players who live or work in Eagan) 11 FIVE -MAN BASKETBALL LEAGUE There are two officiated leagues offered. Wednesday evenings a sanctioned Class C -D League plays. On Thursdays, the League is made up of sanctioned Class B teams. Interested teams and individuals should contact Parks and Recreation for registration information. League space is limited. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 24, at 7:00 P.M. in the Municipal Center. DATE: November 13, 14, 1991 through March 18, 19, 1992 TIME: Wed. evenings, game times at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, 9:30 Thurs. evenings, game times at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, 9:30 LOCATION: Dakota Hills Middle School TEAM FEE: $349 (14 games) REGISTRATION: Returning teams - October 1 - 11, 1991 New teams - October 14 - 22, 1991 (Teams must consist of players who live or work within School District #196 or Eagan) CO-REC BROOMBALL Friday evening is reserved for wild and wacky fun. Co-Rec Broomball is offered and co-sponsored by the Burnsville and Eagan Parks and Recreation Departments. Your team must meet three pre -requisites in order to play: enjoyment of the wintry outdoors, ability to laugh and the capacity to have a good time. Managers of prospective teams should contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 454-8100 for registration information. Individuals and couples wishing to be on an available players list should also contact Parks and Recreation. A MANDATORY manager's meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 6:30 P.M., in the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. DATES: TIMES: LOCATIONS: Space is limited. Friday, Jan. 3 - 31, 1992 Game times at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 P.M. Burnsville, North River Hills Park, 19th Avenue Eagan, Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive TEAM FEE: $150 (five games planned) REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Returning teams - November 18 - 29 New teams - December 2 - 6 (Teams must consist primarily of players who live or work in Burnsville, Eagan, Apple Valley, Rosemount, Farmington, Lakeville or Savage) PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES TINY TOTS RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES The Tiny Tot program is designed to provide children ages 3, 4 and 5, the opportunity for social/recreational interaction and growth. Children are exposed to a variety of skills and learning experiences which include: crafts, storytelling, special events, listening and sharing skills, and singing. The emphasis is on large and small group play, registration is required. Group size is limited to the first 20 in each session. Child must be 3, 4 or 5 years old by Sept. 23, 1991. *Please Note: Registrations new to the Tiny Tots program begins on September 7, 1991. Children who participated in Tiny Tots during the Spring 1991 session may re-enter the program during the time period of September 3 through September 6, 1991. DATES: September 23 - November 27, 1991 TIMES AND LOCATIONS: • Rahn Park Building. 4425 Sandstone Drive Section 1: Mon & Wed. 9:30 - 11:30 A.M. Section 2: Tues & Thurs. 9:30 - 11:30 A.M. Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue Section 3: Section 4: Section 5: Section 6: Mon & Wed. 9:30 - 11:30 A.M. Mon & Wed. 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:30 A.M. Tues & Thurs 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. FEE: $75.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., September 20, 1991 GAMES KIDS PLAY Four and five year olds will experience relays, circle games, physical fitness and game activities designed especially for them. The class will include exposure to basketball, soccer, football, as well as parachute play. Warm up games will be played with an emphasis on basics, such as bouncing, throwing, kicking and catching. Each class works on a progressive level according to the participant's ability. Bringing out non-competitive, positive play experiences and having fun are the emphasis for the program. This is a child/instructor class only. A parents day will be held on the last day. Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes for active play. Child must be four or five years old by Sept. 27, 1991. Space is limited and pre -registration is required. DATES: Friday, Sept. 27 - Nov. 22, 1991 (8 weeks) (No class on Oct. 18, 1991) TIMES: 9:00 - 10:00 AM LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Admin. Bldg., 3795 Pilot Knob Rd. FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, Sept. 25, 1991 FITNESS & FUN FOR THREE YEAR OLDS Three year olds will experience stunts and tumbling, creative play, game activities, physical fitness and more activities designed especially for them. The class will include exposure to and practice with nerf balls, playground balls, parachute play and more. Each class works on a progressive level according to the participant's ability. Increasing the child's motor skills, improving coordination and FUN are the 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 three years old by Sept. 27, 1991. Space is limited and pre- registration is required. DATES: Fri., Sept. 27 - Nov. 22 (No class on October 18) TIMES: Section 1: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM Section 2: 11:15 AM - NOON LOCATION: Community Room Fire Admin. Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $20.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wed., Sept. 25, 1991 IMAGINE THAT! Discover the wonderful world of fun for three, four and five year olds in this class designed especially for pre-schoolers. Each day children will have the opportunity to develop their imagination, independence and self-confidence. Activities such as finger plays, stories, songs and crafts will entertain the children at each class. A world of fantasy will be created each week through the themes. Children must be 3, 4 or 5 by September 27, 1991, and not have completed Kindergarten. DATES: Friday, September 27 - November 22, 1991 (No class on Oct. 18, 1991) TIMES: Section 1: Section 2: 9:00 = 10:00 A.M. (3 year olds only) 10:15 - 11:15 A.M. (4 & 5 year olds) LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, Sept. 25, 1991 FEE: $20.00 ADULT SPORTS WOMEN'S OFFICIATED POWER VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE The Eagan Parks and 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 interested 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-refundable deposit of $73.00 is due upon registration with the remainder of the fee due at the manager's meeting. Managers of prospective new teams should contact Parks and Recreation by Tuesday, September 10, 1991, for registration information. DATES: Tuesdays, Sept. 17 - Dec. 17,,1991 TIMES: Between 6:30 and 10:30 P.M. LOCATION: Dakota Hills Middle School 4183 Braddock Trail FEE: $146.00 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 10 MEN'S OFFICIATED POWER VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE The Eagan Parks and Recreation Department is offering a men'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 interested 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-refundable deposit of $73.00 is due upon registration with the remainder of the fee due at the manager's meeting. Managers of prospective new teams should contact Parks and Recreation by Tuesday, September 10, 1991 for registration information. DATES: TIMES: LOCATION: Tuesdays, Sept. 17 - Dec. 17, 1991 Between 6:30 and 10:30 P.M. Dakota Hills Middle School 4183 Braddock Trail FEE: $146.00 per team REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 10 KIDS FUN HALLOWEEN SPOOK TRAIL Yowls, howls, screams and haunting adventure are in store for those who dare to venture the Halloween Spook Trail at Thomas Lake Park on Halloween night. Spooks, spiders, witches and goblins will startle those who attempt to make their way through the wooded trail. Come out and enjoy a haunting experience that will chill and thrill! A Halloween treat will be the reward for making it to the trail's end. The trail is open to all ages with no fee or registration required. The all new trail begins near the south end of the parking lot at Thomas Lake Park,on the west side of Pilot Knob Road just north of Cliff Road. DATE: Thursday, October 31, 1991 TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. NEW LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park 4425 Pilot Knob Road *Volunteers are needed to staff the spook trail. If you or your organization are interested in helping, please contact the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department at 454-8100. SCHOOL'S OUT PARTY! Hey kids, enjoy your day off from school by having fun at Bridle Ridge Park. A day of activities such as games and crafts is being planned for all kids ages 6 - 10. The highlight of the day will be a pizza and ice cream party! Activities will be held both indoors and outdoors. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Space is limited and pre -registration is required. DATE: Thursday, October 17, 1991 TIME: 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park FEE: $8.50 per person (includes supervision, pizza, beverage, ice cream and all activities) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Monday, October 14, 1991 HALLOWEEN SPECIAL EVENT Witches, goblins, ghosts, clowns, along with children ages 4 - 8, and their parents, are invited to a Halloween Party. Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy games, treats, and of course, FUN! An extra special surprise awaits all children dressed in costume. A parade of costumes concludes this event. Pre -registration is required. Registration is limited. DATE: Saturday, October 26, 1991 TIME: 2:00 - 3:00 P.M. LOCATION: Woodland Elementary, 954 Wescott Road FEE: $3.00 per child REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Monday, October 21, 1991 PIZZA & ROLLERSKATING PARTY Kids, join us on your day off from school as we go to Circus in Burnsville for pizza and games. Then, it's off to Skateville for an afternoon of rollerskating. The fee includes pizza, beverage, 12 game tokens, skate rental, admission, transportation and supervision. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. DATE: Friday, October 18, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Centre 10:30 A.M. 4:15 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: $13.00 per person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, October 11, 1991 DOWNHILL SKI LESSONS Register for a variety of downhill ski lessons through Hyland Hills Ski School in Bloomington and Eagan Parks and Recreation. We will offer an early registration opportunity for Eagan residents before Hyland's general registration opens. That means you get the classes you want. A complete listing of all of the lessons and programs is available by stopping in at the Eagan Municipal Center. The options are too numerous to list in this publication. Some of the offerings include: Small World Skids (Ages 4-7) Small World Parents (coincides with the above) Mogul Mites (ages 6-9) Junior Skids (Ages 8+) Adult Learn to Ski (Ages 14+) Junior Race Snowboard Instruction and More! Prices vary and include rental. Sessions begin November 30 through March 2. A special Holiday session is also available. Times for classes vary to meet your schedule. Again, to obtain a listing stop in at the Eagan Municipal Center. The special registration will take place: DATE: Saturday, November 2, 1991 TIME: 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon LOCATION: Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road There will be no registrations accepted before or after this date in Eagan. After this date register through Hyland Hills. BABY SITTING CLINIC The Eagan Women's Fire Auxiliary and the Department of Parks and Recreation will co-sponsor a baby sitting clinic this fall. Boys and girls ages 11 and older are encouraged to participate. The clinic sessions will cover the basics of child care, first aid, safety concerns and the "how to" of baby sitting. Class size is limited. Pre -registration is required. DATES: TIME: LOCATION: FEE: Thursday and Friday, October 17 & 18 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. Community Room, Fire Admin. Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road $7.50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, October 11, 1991 DOG OBEDIENCE Are your dog's "manners" the worst on the block? Then, why not try dog obedience training? You will teach your dog to come, sit, stay, and heel. Inappropriate barking will become a thing of the past. Your dog will love coming to class. Repetition, a firm "no" when needed, and loads and loads of praise are the elements used to ensure your success with your dog. A dog younger than nine months of age is too much of a puppy to understand obedience training. The handler may be an adult or youth, 12 years of age or older. BRING TO THE FIRST CLASS: The dog, certificate of rabies vaccination, a choke chain 2 inches longer than the girth of the dog's neck, and a 6' leather leash. Pre -registration is required. DATES: Thursday, September 26 - December 12 (No class on October 31, 1991) TIMES: Beginner: 6:00 - 7:00 P.M. Beginner: 7:15 - 8:15 P.M. LOCATION: Community Room, Fire Admin. Building 3795 Pilot Knob Road FEE: $25.00 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 PM, Fri. Sept. 20, 1991 LAVENDER INN/MEDFORD OUTLET MALL Enjoy a motorcoach ride to Fairbault and eat lunch at the beautiful Lavender Inn. Choice of Chicken or Fish with whipped potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, sherbet dessert and coffee, tea or milk. Next we will head south to the new outlet mall in Medford and spend the afternoon shopping. Please indicate your choice of Chicken or Fish with registration. DATE: Thursday, September 19, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Centre 9:45 A.M. 5:15 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: $20.00 per person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Thursday, September 12, 1991 MINNESOTA HARVEST APPLE ORCHARD It's apple pickin' time in Minnesota, so let's all climb in a school bus and take a ride to the country. Minnesota Harvest is located in Jordan, Minnesota, and boasts some of the best tasting apples around. We'll take a hayride in the orchard, pick apples, watch the packing line, see how apple pies are made in the bakery, and taste apple cider. Then we'll go on a hiking tour where children can pet the animals in the "mini zoo". Bring a bag lunch or you can purchase lunch at the orchard's restaurant. Join us for a day of fun at the apple orchard. Children must be accompanied by an adult. DATE: Friday, September 20, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Centre 8:45 A.M. 3:15 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: $5.00 per person includes transportation, hayride, tour, one apple and tasting of apple cider. Bring extra money if you wish to purchase apples or other goodies. • REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 13, 1991 ZUHRAH SHRINE CIRCUS TRIP Hey kids - the Shrine Circus is coming! Children of all ages will enjoy this traditional circus with clowns, elephants, high wire acts plus much, much more! The two hour circus performance will be held at the Met Center starting at 1:30 P.M. School bus transportation will be provided. Make sure to bring extra money if you want to buy refreshments or souvenirs. *Please note that children 8 years of age and younger must be accompanied by an adult. This trip to the circus is a great way to spend your break! DATE: Thursday, October 17, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Centre 12:30 P.M. 4:15 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: $6.50 - Children 12 and under $9.00 - Teens and adults 13 and over REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, October 11, 1991 ST. CROIX MEADOWS Now you can try your luck at the fastest race in town. One of the top entertainment spots in the region, St. Croix Meadows offers something for everyone. From the most sophisticated greyhound racing fan to the first time visitor, this trip promises to be an exciting one. Please bring extra money for lunch as no carry -in food or beverage is allowed. *Note early registration deadline* DATE: Thursday, October 3, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Centre 11:30 A.M. 5:45 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: $12.00 per person (includes admission, racing program, group welcome, reserved seating, memento and transportation) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, September 10, 1991 TIMBERWOLVES TRIP Court is now in session! Come cheer on the Timberwolves as they take on the Portland Trailblazers. Leave the driving and parking to us and enjoy the game. Be a part of the supreme court action of NBA Basketball in the new Target Center. DATE: Friday, November 15, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Centre 6:00 P.M. 10:15 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: $15.50 (includes coach bus transportation, reserved seating and parking). Anyone under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, November 1, 1991 OLD LOG THEATRE Come travel with us as we go to the Old Log Theatre in Excelsior to see Neil Simon's new delightful romantic comedy "Rumors". A delicious luncheon will be served before the play. DATE: Thursday, November 21, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Centre 11:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: Seniors (55 & over) $22.00 Adults (under 55) $23.00 Includes transportation, play admission and lunch. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, November 12, 1991 SESAME STREET LIVE "Big Bird and the A, B, C's" are coming to the Target Center in December. The trip is tentatively scheduled for December 6, 1991. Detailed information is not available at this time. Please call Parks and Recreation at 454-8100 after September 15, 1991. HOLIDAY DELIGHT Begin the day by stepping on a motor coach bus for a smooth ride into Minneapolis where our first stop is Daytons. While at Daytons enjoy the ever popular holiday display, the theme has not yet been announced. You will then have a couple of hours to shop in the area before boarding the motor coach bus for a lunch stop at Rudolphs Bar-B-Que. After lunch we will head out for the American Swedish Institute. The museum is housed in a beautiful 33 room mansion which looks like a castle. Inside they have 5 rooms decorated for the holiday in different scandinavian country decor's which includes: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland and Finland. DATE: Thursday, December 5, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Centre 9:15 A.M. 4:15 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: $27.00 per person REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, November 27, 1991 GUTHRIE THEATRE Beginning with its first performance in 1975, the Guthrie's "A Christmas Carol" has become a tradition, an essential ingredient in the holiday spirit of countless Midwestern families. Ebenezer Scrooge and Jacob Marley, Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim, all come to life on the Guthrie stage in the heartwarming story that has become as much a part of the holiday season as snowflakes, mistletoe, and greetings through the mail. This trip is for adults only. DATE: Tuesday, December 17, 1991 LOCATION: Departs Returns Eagan Town Center 6:30 P.M. 10:30 P.M. (by Hallmark) FEE: $18.50 - includes bus transportation and reserved seat REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 15, 1991 FAIL IS IN THE AIR CAPONI ART PARK OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1991 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. Experience the work of sculptor Anthony Caponi as you stroll along the paths in Caponi Art Park. Hear of the vision Mr. Caponi has for the Art Park from the sculptor himself. Venture along the trails that will one day fulfill the grand plan for the park. An invitation to attend this open house is extended to the residents of Eagan as well as to interested persons in neighboring communities South of the River. For the open house, park your car in the Goat Hill Park parking lot; 4391 Lexington Avenue South. Shuttle service will be provided to and from Caponi Art Park. Mr. Caponi will greet groups of visitors on the half hour beginning at 1:15 P.M. Open house guests will have the opportunity to explore the park, to visit the studio and to partake in light refreshments. Mark your calendar now. Be part of a once in a lifetime event. . the inaugural open house at Caponi Art Park. C+fAMBER ESTRAl ST.PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA CONCERT THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1991 EAGAN HIGH SCHOOL THEATER 8:00 P.M. The Department of Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra will perform in Eagan on September 12, 1991. The Eagan High School Theater will host this cultural event. The City of Eagan and School District 196 Community Education are event co-sponsors. Eagan High School students and staff are partners in hosting the concert. Principal Conductor, Hugh Wolff, will be at the baton on September 12. World renowned pianist Elisabeth Leonskaja will be the guest soloist playing Piano Concerto No.2 in F, Op.102 by Dmitry Shostakovich. The concert will open with Franz Joseph Haydn's Symphony No.82 in C, "The Bear". Two works by Maurice Ravel are also on the program; Pavane pour une infante defunte and Ma Me're l'oye (Mother Goose Complete Ballet). The concert is planned for an audience ages twelve (12) and older. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster 989-5151, or in-person at West Coast Video, the local TicketMaster outlet. All seats are $12.50. Hurry, while seats are still available. 2 THE WHO -DONE -IT HIKE! Join the South of the River Recreators from the Cities of Eagan, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Lakeville, Farmington and Savage Parks and Recreation Departments for an official 10 Kilometer Volksmarch. Along the walk route you will pick up clues in order to solve our mystery. Prizes will be awarded from a drawing of correct guesses. Walking shoes, pedometers and fanny packs are the prizes, which will be donated by Burger Brothers and R.E.I. Co -Op. Afterwards, enjoy Pepsi products and Green Giant corn -on -the -cob with fresh butter from Enggrens Super Value. The hike will take place in Lakeville at beautiful Ritter Farm Park located west of 35W on 195th Street between County Road 50 and County Road 70. The natural dirt path will wind through field and forest. There is plenty of wildlife to enjoy. Besides the 10K route, an optional shorter loop will be available. Both trails are difficult for strollers. A Volksmarch is a leisurely walk through a scenic area over a pre -marked route. The hike is non-competitive and participants can walk, jog or run at their own pace. For those who wish, IVV credit is available. Bring the whole family and solve the mystery. While you're at it, enjoy scenic Ritter Farm Park and some great refreshments! DATE: Saturday, Sept. 14, 1991 TIME: 4:00 P.M. LOCATION: Ritter Farm Park Lakeville FEE: No charge REGISTRATION: Between 3:00 - 3:45 PM the day of the hike. AN EVENING WITH THE STARS This ever -popular program offers an up -close view of stars, planets and other fascinating celestial bodies. Come out and enjoy the autumn evening sky. Walter Hayes, a member of the Minnesota Astronomical Society, will guide us into the night of clusters, galaxies and more. Pre -registration is required by calling Parks and Recreation by 4:30 P.M., Monday, September 9. Should cloudy weather prevail, we will conduct an indoor seminar on astronomy under the pavilion at Thomas Lake Park. Should rainy weather prevail we will cancel the evening. Those registered can call Recreation Happenings, 454-8010, after 6:00 P.M., to determine whether the program will happen. DATE: Tuesday, September 10, 1991 TIME: 8:00 P.M. LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park Pavilion 4425 Pilot Knob Road FEE: No charge REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, September 9, 4:30 P.M. Phone, mail or in-person FALL IN THE NATIVE PRAIRIE An afternoon for the family is being planned at the Thomas Lake Park native prairie on Sunday, September 22. Experience first hand what a rare treasure Eagan's prairie provides to the community. The event will begin by gathering everyone into the classroom area adjacent to the Thomas Lake pavilion. Preparation will be made for the prairie hike that follows. Test your short term memory to distinguish between Blazing Star and Blue Aster! Prepare to listen for the rustle of prairie animals that scurry to their appointed tasks. Then join the guided tour of the Thomas Lake prairie. Collecting seeds of prairie plants is on the agenda! 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: Sunday, September 22, 1991 TIME: 2:00 - 3:30 P.M. LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park, 4425 Pilot Knob Road FEE: Free REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, September 20, 1991 3 TAKE A HIKE Enjoy the outdoors and the many fine trails and parks in Eagan by joining the Discover Eagan Walking Club. Start or continue a walking program, call in your mileage and earn awards for reaching various milestones. There's no better time to "take a hike" than now. It's so easy! To register, contact Eagan Parks and Recreation at 454-8100. (Consult your physician before beginning any kind of exercise program.) DISCOVER EAGAN WALKING CLUB MEETING Come plan the walking events that will happen during the 1991-92 walking season. In the past we have planned a walk in conjunction with the Eagan Fun Run, an Earth Day Walk, a Trek and Treat and a Cake Walk. Bring your ideas! DATE: Monday, September 16 TIME: 6:30 - 7:00 P.M. LOCATION: Municipal Center 3830 Pilot Knob Road BICYCLING CLUB Be a big wheel around town by joining the Discover Eagan Bicycle Club. Your benefits include improved fitness, enjoying the outdoors and developing relationships with friends and family. There is no charge to register. Report your mileage and earn awards at various milestones. 50 miles - Button 100 miles - Visor 500 miles - T-shirt 1,000 miles - Bike Accessory Through a growth in membership we hope to organize bike events such as tours, speakers, trips and clinics. This club is for all ages and bikes! We hope to promote fitness and fun. Just give us a call to join! For joining you will receive a copy of the new trails brochure. Call Parks and Recreation, 454-8100. There will be a Discover Eagan Bike Club meeting to begin plans for the 1991-92 biking year. Bring your ideas for events, trips, speakers, or whatever you can think of. DATE: Monday, September 16 TIME: 7:00 - 7:30 P.M. LOCATION: Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road k Jr . 0 Eli Al mu 16 ............. . . . . . . . . . .........................