1992-05 Eagan News & Discover UsCITY OF EAGAN
38.30 PILOT KNOB ROAD
EAGAN, MN 55122
EAGAN NEWS
MAY 1992
VOLUME 15 NO.2
PHONE: 681-4600
THE LONE OAK TREE ... THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH AND GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY
EAGAN WATER TREATMENT AND
MAINTENANCE FACILITY OPEN HOUSES
On May 16th, the City of Eagan will celebrate National"Public Works Week by
hosting an open house with tours of the City's new Water Treatment Facility (located
at the corner of Cliff Road and Pilot Knob Road) and the Eagan Maintenance Facility
(located at Yankee Doodle Road and Coachman Road.)
Start your day by joining City officials at the new Cliff Road Water Treatment
Facility. This is an unique opportunity to take a self -guided tour and gain an under-
standing of how water in your home is obtained and processed. The open house will
be from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and staffwill be available to explain the water treatment
process at various points throughout the facility. At 11:30 a.m. join your Mayor, City
Council and Public Works staff in the dedication of the Treatment Facility to the
citizens of Eagan. Refreshments will be served.
Continue your adventure and learning experience at an open house of the
recently expanded City Maintenance Facility from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Here you
will have the opportunity to see a display of city equipment such as graders, loaders,
sweepers, and other maintenance equipment. City personnel from streets and vehicle
maintenance, utilities, parks maintenance, forestry, and engineering will be explaining
equipment operations and procedures. Bring your children and grandchildren for a
free picture in thevehicles. Therewill be tours of the Maintenance Facility, videotapes
of city operations, and displays on Forestry and Water Quality. Spend some time and
see how your tax dollars are being used efficiently. Refreshments, popcorn, and hot
dogs will be served from noon to 2:00 p.m.
We look forward to your comments on how we can better serve our citizens and
continue to improve the quality of life in our community.
INSIDE
Volunteer Recognition .......
2
Equal Access Policy...........
2
Airport Issues ...............
3
Cable TV ...................
3
Road Construction ...........
4
Water Conservation ..........
5
Tree Contractor License ......
6
Library Notes ................8
Hero Highlights ..............
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BOND REFERENDUM
A special election for a bond refer-
endum for a proposed community out-
door swimming pool and indoor all-pur-
pose arena is scheduled for May 19,1992.
The City addressed this issue in a
special edition of the Eagan News which
was distributed to residents on April 25-
26. If you did not receive a copy of that
newsletter, if you want further informa-
tion on the bond referendum, or if you
need information on where and how to
vote, please call the Eagan Municipal
Center at 681-4600.
The City Council urges voters to
become fully informed on the issues and
to vote on May 19, 1992.
CITY OF EAGAN
Mayor.
Thomas Egan
Councilmembers:
Pat Awada Pam McCrea
Tim Pawlenty Ted Wachter
VOLUNTEER ADVISORY COMMISSION
MEMBERS RECOGNIZED
Saturday, April 25, 1992, was a busy day in the City of Eagan. Not only did
the City celebrate Arbor Day and Earth Day, the Mayor and Council officially
recognized and thanked volunteer members of the City's advisory commissions
and committees. Certificates of appreciation were presented to these volunteer
members at a picnic lunch at Thomas Lake Park which was also attended by
participants in the Arbor and Earth Day activities.
The Mayor and Council would like to reiterate their appreciation to the fol-
lowing volunteers who dedicate much time and energy to the City of Eagan:
ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION
Gary Graves, John Griggs, John Gorman, Donald Hoeft, Shawn Hunter,
Scott Merkley, Mark Miller, and Ron Voracek. (The Advisory Planning Commis-
sion meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m., to review development
plans and make recommendations to the City Council.)
ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
Theodore Billy, Erin Ipsen, Deborah Johnson, Jack Johnson, Kevin Knight,
Lee Markell, David Mooradian, and Jonathan Widem. (The Advisory Parks,
Recreation and Natural Resources Commission meets the first Thursday of each
month at 7:00 p.m., to advise the City Council regarding park dedication by devel-
opers, purchase of additional park land, development of existing park land,
natural resources concerns and City recreation programs.)
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Bob Cooper, Robert Hafvenstein, Greg Langan, George Martin, Dustin
Mirick, Lois Monson, Timothy Ring, Pat Todd, and Jane Vanderpoel. (The Air-
port Relations Committee regularly meets the second Tuesday of each month at
7:00 p.m., to review airport issues within the City of Eagan and to recommend
airport related policy to the City Council.)
CABLE COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
Eagan members: Nick Choban, Doug Dahl, Michael Guncheon, Pat O'Mal-
ley and Susan Shaffer. (The Cable Communications Commission meets the
second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m., to oversee the administration of the
joint Burnsville/Eagan cable television system.)
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Kirk Duholm, Patrick Grinde, Roger Hughes, Eldon Johnson, Thomas
Korsman, Cynthia Luse-McKeen, Cathy Clark Matuszak, Debra McMartin, Tom
Pederson, and Larry Wenzel. (The Economic Development Commission regu-
larly meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 a.m., to review policies and
issues pertaining to economic development and redevelopment in the City of
Eagan.)
SOLID WASTE ABATEMENT COMMISSION
Terry Davis, Patrick Frater, Floyd Hiar, Ken Ische, Terry Jacobs, Larry
Knutson, Craig Seim, and Dennis Seiz. (The Solid Waste Abatement Commis-
sion regularly meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m., to review waste
abatement and recycling issues.)
All advisory commission and committee meetings are open to the public and
many are telecast and repeated on the cable television government channel.
EQUAL ACCESS POLICY
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, color,
creed, religion, national origin, sex, dis-
ability, age, marital status or status with
regard to public assistance.
The City has installed a dedicated
line for a Telephone Device for the Deaf
(TDD) at the Municipal Center for use
by hearing and speech impaired indi-
viduals. That TDD number is 454-8535.
In addition, persons calling the
police for emergency purposes may use
their own TDD devices and dial 9-1-1.
The calls will be received on a TDD line
in the dispatch center of the police de-
partment.
Auxiliary aids for disabled persons
wishing to attend or participate in City
of Eagan public hearings, meetings,
employment procedures and programs
are available upon request at least 96
hours in advance. If a notice of less than
96 hours is received, the City of Eagan
will make every attempt to provide the
aids. However, this may not be possible
with short notice.
Please contact Holly Duffy or Karen
Finnegan at 681-4600 with requests or
for additional information.
911
911 IS NOT JUST FOR
EMERGENCIES
Call 911 for:
• reporting crimes in progress,
• crimes that just occurred, or
• suspicious people and/or
vehicles
(igil
Fo11ce.Flre•Medicel
EMERGENCY
DAIlRPORT)
HOMES TO BE SOUND INSULATED
BY AIRPORT PROGRAM
The first seven homes to receive
sound insulation under the Metropoli-
tan Airports Commission Part 150 Noise
Insulation Program were chosen in a
drawing held by the City in March. The
program, which is part ofa federal noise
abatement funding program, will be
available to residents within the "Ldn 65
noise contour," a national standard pre-
scribed by the FAA. At the present time
the eligible area is confined to a portion
of the Country Home Heights neigh-
borhood near the intersection of Lone
Oak and Pilot Knob Roads.
The MAC is currently processing
an amendment of the Part 150 applica-
tion which will expand the eligible area
slightly. Residents of the larger area
have been informed that the program
will be extended to them when the amend-
ment is approved. Since there are not
sufficient funds to insulate all eligible
homes at once, the City of Eagan will be
conducting an annual lottery from among
interested residents.
EAGAN AIRPORT RELATIONS
COMMITTEE
The Eagan Airport Relations Com-
mittee meets on a monthly basis to provide
policy input to the City Council regard-
ing airport planning and airport noise
issues. The meetings are open to the
public and provide a good opportunity
for residents to be involved in the City's
relationship with the airport. The Eagan
Airport Relations Committee meets at
7:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of ev-
ery month in the Eagan Council Cham-
ber. Agendas for the meetings are pub-
lished in "Eagan This Week" and the
meetings are cablecast on Government
Access Channel 16.
OPEN WINDOWS;
BUSY SKIES
If you are bothered by an air-
craft noise event, note the time of<
day, your location and as much as
you can about the aircraft and di-
rection of flight and call the MAC
Noise ComplaintHotline at 726-
9411. You may also write to the
Metropolitan Airports Commission
at 6040 28th Ave. So., Minneapolis,
MN 55450
CABLE TV +
TRANSFER OF CABLE OWNERSHIP
Meredith/New Heritage Strategic Partnership (MNH) has signed an agreement
with North Central Cable Communications Corporation, to transfer the ownership of
Cable TV North Central to MNH. As a result, the cities of Eagan and Burnsville and
the Burnsville/ Eagan Cable Commission will be analyzing the transfer over the next
several months.
Upon the completion of the cities' review process, the cities will either approve
or deny the transfer to the prospective buyers. As part of the process, the Cable
Commission will be conducting a public hearing(s). The public is invited to provide
comments regarding the transfer at the hearings. The hearings will be conducted as
part of the Cable Commission's regularly scheduled monthly meetings, on the second
Thursday of each month, starting at 7:00 p.m. For location of the meetings, please
contact the Burnsville/Eagan Cable Coordinator, Mike Reardon, at 681-4608.
ROAD CONSTRUCTION MAY INTERRUPT CABLE SERVICE
Cable TV service may be interrupted temporarily as a result of summer road
construction projects in Eagan. City and County staff will be working closely with the
cable company to minimize service disruption. However, in the event that such a
situation occurs and your service is out for a length of time longer than reasonable,
please call 483-9999 and a cable company service representative will assist you. The
cable company will then restore service as soon as possible. We apologize for any
inconvenience this may cause.
v ' GOPHER STATE
,;, ONE CALL
Twin City Area: 454-0002
Mn. Toll Free: 1-800-252-1166
BEWARE OF BURIED CABLE LINES
Before digging in the yard, be aware of where the cable TV line is buried. It is
the homeowner's responsibility to pay for the repair of cut or damaged cable lines.
Save the expense and hassle of repair by first calling "Gopher State One Call" at 454-
0002. Gopher State will locate all buried cable and utility lines at no cost to the
homeowner.
1992 PLANS FOR CABLE TELEVISION EXTENSION
As the joke goes, Minnesota has two seasons, winter and road construction.
Well, in Eagan's case, construction not only pertains to roads and the building of new
houses, but also the construction or "extension" of cable television service into areas
that to date have not received cable TV. Again this summer, this will be the case as the
City's cable operator, Cable TV North Central, is currently assessing which areas of
Eagan are eligible for cable.
According to the City of Eagan's franchise agreement, the cable company must
extend cable into a neighborhood when it has reached a density level of 40 units per
street mile. The areas that previously did not meet this requirement but are now
eligible are now being scheduled for cable extension. In addition, other areas of Eagan
which are not currently eligible will be closely monitored over the construction season
for possible extension. If you have questions on whether you will receive cable TV
service this year, please contact Cable TV North Central at 483-9999.
In addition, as with all construction, certain disruptions will occur to the prop-
erty as the cable is planted. The franchise agreement dictates that the company is
required to restore the property to as good a condition as its former state and that this
should be done within a reasonable amount of time.
Please allow the company the proper amount of time to restore any construction
situation. However, if you are not satisfied with the restoration to the property or if
the response to any cable extension eligibility inquiry is not adequate, please call the
City of Eagan's Cable Coordinator at 681-4608.
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PUBLIC WORKS
1991 STREET
AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE STATISTICS
BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT
MAINTENANCE;
The:; Street Divison personnel
used 1,4f tons of bituttitttous
"7.
nig material and 35,000 pounds afcrack
sealer to naintain
• 204 centerline miles of streets:::
•559 cul-de saes, dead ends, etc.
•4125,508 or 1.33 `mile<s
of ;pavement
In addition, 4,28`1 tons ofaggre-
'iii
gate and 99,2„38 gallons ofbttum nous
re for sealcoatin .
material we .used g
I, TOL
SNOW SND CE CUN„ A
836>tons of fosalt and2,900 tans of
sand were used r snow and ice con
trol Ourehemical usagewas less than
last year oven though oursnowfall was
triple the amount of 1990
SPRING SWEEPING
2,800 ions were picked up with a
progression that ;gives priority 10 our
water gualtty sensitive areas.
SIGNING
Our P .:resent'si invento that is
1� rY
maintained;by the Street Maintenance
crew is.
•
• 822 stop signs
1;39.9;.,rningandregnlatorysigns
• 1 46 street identification s ns
b
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
171 pieces of mobile equipment
and 112 pieces of miscellaneousequip-
ment are taaintained by the Equipment
Maintenance division $85,000 in parts
were used ,in repair and„<preventattve
maintenanceofthisequipment. 143,000
•gallons of rued were used for aver 1,130,000
miles driven .
ROAD CONSTRUCTION
UPDATE
With the Spring construction sea-
son just around the corner, the following
improvements are being planned by the
City and Dakota County for 1992:
+ Cliff Road reconstruction from
Cedar Avenue Freeway to I -35E,
• Cliff Road reconstruction from
Slater Road to Burnsville,
• Diffley Road reconstruction from
0.5 miles east of Pilot Knob Road to
Trunk Highway #3,
• Johnny Cake Ridge Road street
resurfacing from Cliff Road to Apple
Valley, and
• Eagandale Center Industrial Park
street resurfacing which includes Mike
Collins Drive, Apollo Road, Lunar Lane,
Gemini Road and Neil Armstrong Boule-
vard.
These projects will result in tem-
porary detours and inconveniences. The
detours associated with street construc-
tion will be announced at a later date.
Your cooperation and patience during
this construction season will be appreci-
ated.
TRAFFIC CONTROL
SIGNALS
'Rvo traffic control signals are
programmed for installation during
the summer of 1992. Signals are
planned for the intersection of:
• Diffley Road at Nicols Road,
• Lone Oak Road at Eagandale
Boulevard.
HYDRANT FLUSHING
Be sure to watch the local pa-
pers for notices on any spring hy-
,drant flushing in your area.
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ARE YOU AWARE?
PART II
By Kathleen Gilbertson
Animal Control Officer
• Eagan has one Animal Control
Officer and a population of over 50,000.
• Last year approximately 2,500 dogs
were licensed.
• On a warm day, the temperature
in a parked car can reach 160 degrees in
a matter of minutes, even with partially
opened windows. With only hot air to
breathe, your pet can quickly suffer brain
damage or die from heat stroke. On a
hot day leave your pet at home!
I've been asked to advise dog
owners to be especially careful when
walking dogs in city parks and on boule-
vards. People enjoying or trying to
enjoy our city should not have to tip toe
through the toilet. Bring a plastic bag
with you. Bags can be turned inside out
after pickup.
Remember - if you missed "Are
You Aware? Part I,” dog licenses are
required for all dogs over six months of
age. Rabies vaccinations are required
for both cats and dogs.
ANIMAL BITES
Each year, I receive a number of
calls from clinics, hospitals, victims and
animal owners regarding animal bites.
All animal bites should be reported to
Animal Control. Some animals must
be quarantined; others must be destroyed
and tested. Not all animals carry rabies.
Watch for Part III of "Are You
Aware?" - Dog Bites - Dangerous Dog
Statute, State of Minnesota 347.50 in
the next City newsletter.
WATER MANAGEMENT .
WETLANDS
PROTECTION LAWS
AND THE HOMEOWNER
If you're considering extending your
back yard into or toward a wetland, you
will need to consider new wetlands protec-
tion requirements being administered by
the City of Eagan.
After much debate, the 1991 State
Legislature passed a state wetlands pro-
tection law. The law is designed to protect
all existing wetlands, regardless of size or
type, from filling, draining, or burning
activities. By some accounts, over 70% of
the wetlands once present in the Metro
area have been filled or drained. The state
law is designed to stopthis loss and recog-
nizes
g
nizes the vital role that wetlands play in
protecting water quality, preventing flood-
ing, recharging groundwater, and provid-
ing habitat for fish and wildlife.
While major land disturbance ac-
tivities like subdivision development and
road construction projects will be most
affected, it's important that individual home-
owners with wetlands on their proprty be
aware of these new requirements. Please
contact the City's Water Resource Coor-
dinator at 681-4300 if you are considering
any activities which could involve filling,
draining, or burning of existing wetlands.
WATER CONSERVATION
PROGRAM
A reminder that the City of Eagan
implemented a permanent conserva-
tion program for outdoor water usage
on June 1, 1990. Last year (1991) the
Water Utility Department pumped
2,176,420,000 gallons of water into the
system. This is a decrease of 144,927,000
gallons from 1990. The residents of
our City by adhering to our conserva-
tion program deserve all the credit for
the decrease in usage. So please re-
member to observe the rules of the
program. Only ODD ADDRESSES
may water their lawns on ODD DAYS
and EVEN ADDRESSES on EVEN
DAYS only.
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THIS TEST IS EASY!
Lawn fertilizers can be a major; source of the phosphorus that causes
excessive ;voce and algae growth in city lakes and ponds during the summer.
Control of ftil
erizers receives touch attention in lake protection efforts because
the hos horus in fertilizers is both concentrated and in a> form immedatel
available for`digestion", by aquatic plants y
Over application cif for#lifers, ferttliziitg just before a heavy rainstorm or
on frozen ground, and spreading fertilizers directly on paved surfaces like streets
or•driveways increases dramatically the phosphorus content inwaterthat runs off
developed areas and is carried to local lakes acid pp:0.dt through the storm water
drainage system
Effective law„„,:.1.::::_.;.:,,eand lake protection are helped considerably by an
analysis of your lawfertilizer needs. The University of Minnesota's Soil
Testing Lab offers thservice for a fee of $7 If you haven't :taken advantage of
this service, call theM Soils Lab (625-3101) or the Eagan Water Resources
Coordinator (681-4300)10 request a soil sampling kit. After the anIaysis, the lab
wall rovde you with recommendations for fertilizer a lication rates blends
P ” "< pp i.
and times: customized for your yard
But: remember ... re ardless of when or what kind of fertilizer ou a ° l
8 ; y pp y,
always keep fertilizers off paved surfaces like,streets, driveways, and sidewalks.
The result will be healthy lawns and lakes thzt will satisfy everyone
CITY WEED ORDINANCE
This year, the City of Eagan will continue enforcement of a new City ordinance
which requires property owners to establish suitable turfgrass on all maintained
portions of their property within one full growing season (Municipal Code Section
10.21).
This ordinance was established to ensure that newly developed lots are being
seeded and/or sodded within a reasonable time frame to prevent erosion and weed
growth. This ordinance also applies equally to "older" lots in the community where
owners have failed to install a maintainable lawn.
Under the same City Code, property owners are required to maintain turfgrass
at a height not to exceed six inches. This ordinance applies to all lots regardless of
zoning or whether the property is undeveloped.
The City of Eagan also enforces the Minnesota Noxious Weed Law, Minnesota
Statute 18.191. Under this law, property owners are required to eradicate all weeds,
which are deemed to be hazardous or injurious to the public, as determined by the
State Commissioner of Agriculture. These weeds are cited on a list of 59 plants
including such species as thistle, poison ivy, purple loosestrife, milkweed, and rag-
weed.
Residents encountering problems with weeds or non -maintained grasses on
adjacent or nearby properties are encouraged to contact the City Weed Inspector at
the Eagan Maintenance Facility, 681-4300, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
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C
EE TIPS .. .
CITY REQUIRES TREE CONTRACTOR LICENSING
If you are planning to hire a professional contractor for tree removal or tree'.
maintenance this summer, you should be aware that the City requires all tree
service companies to be licensed through the City Clerk's office. This licensing
requtrementwas put into place in 1990 under an ordinance change adopted by the
Eagan City Council
The purpose of the ordinance is to protect homeowners, businesses) and
other property owners from the hazards associated with tree removal, stump
grinding, :chemical spraying, and other types of tree ntatenance work.
Under the new ordinance, tree contractors are required; to provide the City
with proof of general liability insurance, security bonding; WorkersCompensa-
tion Insurance, and a commercial pesticide applicator's license.
As a point of clarification, the ordinance does not pertain to professional
landscaping contractors who are hired to do general landscaping work such as
sodding, tree and shrub planting, retaining wall construction, or ground cover
installation.
At the publication of this newsletter, the following tree maintenance con-
tractors are presently licensed with the City of Eagan:
1. S & S Tree Specialists, Inc
2. A.C.Tree
3. Henning & Rohde (Commercial & Contract!only)
4. Ark Tree Service
5. The Tree Stump Co.
Residents and other property owners desiring an up to -date list of licensed
tree maintenance contractors should contact Liz Witt, Eagan Deputy City Clerk,''
at 681-4600.
GYPSY MOTH - A NEW TREE PEST
The gypsy moth threatens to become a major tree pest in the Midwest in the
1990's. In its larval stage, the insect eats leaves on most varieties of trees. In some
cases, defoliation can be so severe as to kill some infested trees. Currently, the gypsy
moth is abundant in the lower peninsula of Michigan, eastern Wisconsin, and most
of the northeastern United States and Canada.
The gypsy moth is usually spread to new areas by "hitchhiking" on outdoor
articles. These articles may include cars, camping equipment, patio furntiure, swing
sets, bird feeders, and any other items which may be moved from place to place in the
outdoors.
Although all life stages can hitchhike, it is usually the egg stage which is most
readily transported. Egg masses can be identified by their buff color and slightly furry
surfaces.
While the egg masses may be the most easily transported and are often the life
stage detected, it is during the larval stage that this insect does its damage. Larvae are
characterized by being quite hairy and having a back lined with a double row of spots.
The front five pair of spots are dark blue and the back six pairs are red. This color
scheme distinguishes it from other defoliating insects.
New Minnesota residents who have moved from gypsy moth infested parts of
the country may be contacted by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture request-
ing permission to inspect their outdoor articles for evidence of the gypsy moth.
Eagan residents are also encouraged to inspect their campers and other equipment
for egg masses or other life stages after camping in infested areas.
Don't give gypsy moths a "free ride." For more information on the gypsy moth,
please contact the Eagan City Forester at 681-4300 or the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources.
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CITY FORESTRY
BROCHURES
The Eagan Forestry Division has
recently published four new public
forestry brochures intended to pro-
vide Eagan residents with informa-
tion on landscaping, tree care, and en-
vironmental conservation. The bro-
chures available are:
• Trees in Our Environment
• Planning the Residential Land-
scape
• Planting and Maintenance of Trees
• Dealing with Home Landscape
Problems
These brochures cover a wide
range of topics including the land-
scape design process, selecting plant
materials, pruning and caring for new
trees, treating common insect and
disease problems, and avoiding tree
damage during construction.
Copies of the free forestry bro-
chures may be obtained at the Eagan
Municipal Center or by contacting
the Eagan Forestry Division at 681-
4300.
TREES .. .
TREES NEED WATER
Most of us realize that young trees
and shrubs need lots of water to keep
them healthy. Since they have not devel-
oped deep root systems, they depend on
frequent surface watering for their sur-
vival. But it isn't only young trees that
suffer drought related injury. Mature birch,
elm, and oak trees were severely stressed
during the recent drought. A mature oak
tree, for example, may require up to 250
gallons of water each day during the grow-
ing season.
On the average, trees need about
one inch of rainfall per week to maintain
a healthy condition. When natural rain-
fall is insufficient, it should be supple-
mented by watering. When trees are
watered, their root zone should be soaked
to a depth of eight to ten inches. The
moisture depth can be checked with a
spade or other type of soil probe.
If this summer is as wet as last, our
yard trees may not need much supple-
mental water. On the other hand, if this
summer is hot and dry, like the recent
droughts, trees will depend on extra water
for survival. Providing adequate mois-
ture fora tree is the single most important
thing you can do.
Of course, when watering trees and
lawns, it is important to keep in mind the
City's odd/even day watering restriction
and to water only on the appropriate days.
THIS NEWSLETTER IS PRINTED
ON RECYCLED PAPER
THE VALUE OF TREES
'flees do more than just take up space in our yards and provide homes for
birds. There are some real economic and environmental benefits from planting
and preserving trees. A well placed tree can offer valuable shade to yards and
homes. This shade can lower indoor temperatures as much as 20degrees and sig
nificantly reduce air conditioning expenses.
When trees are growing on the north and west sides of buildings,
they
diffuse the chilling winter winds, often lowering heating expenses by as much as
20%. And of course, the presence of mature trees on a lot means that it can
usually be sold for a much higher price than anon -wooded lot.
The environmental benefits provided by trees are equally as important as
the economicones. Amature tree can consume 26 pounds of carbon dioxide pol-
lution each year: and produce enough oxygen for a "family of four".
Trees also draw in particulate matter from the air, further cleaning our en-
vironment. In addition to producing oxygen, trees release water from their leaves
during photosynthesis. This water increases humidity levels in the air resulting
in more frequent rainfall - which in turn helps all plants to grow.
Tree roots are vital in stabilizing hillsides and steep banks, thereby prevent-
ing soil and water erosion. Trees and other vegetation are also important in
absorbing, run-off of rain and snowmelt which helps to keep the lakes and ponds
of our community cleaner.
OAK WILT DISEASE
Oak Wilt Disease is responsible for killing large numbers of oaks in Minnesota
each year. The problem is particularly evident in Eagan where oak trees are a
dominant part of the natural landscape.
Oak Wilt is easily identified in Red Oaks by the rapid wilting of affected trees.
These infected oaks are usually completely wilted two weeks after the symptoms first
appear. Trees wilt from the top down, while the individual leaves wilt from the
margins toward the base. Infected white oaks are more resistant to the disease, often
surviving for many years after infestation.
Oak Wilt is caused by a fungus. This fungus can be spread in two ways:
1) Most of the spread of Oak Wilt occurs underground via grafted root systems.
Root grafting is very common where trees are growing close together. However, trees
as much as 50 feet apart may also be grafted.
2) Overland spread of the fungus is usually caused by insects, primarily picnic
beetles. Picnic beetles carry the disease from infected to non-infected trees, gaining
access through fresh pruning wounds. Spread of infection can occur from April
through July.
Stopping the spread of Oak Wilt through root grafting is very effective and can
be done by mechanical barriers, using a vibratory plow or trencher. Barriers in the soil
must be positioned outside of the affected tree(s) root zone.
Overland spread by insects can be prevented by not wounding trees from April
1 to July 1. If wounding (pruning) is unavoidable, non-toxic tree wound dressing
should be applied immediately after wounding. Winter is the optimal time of year to
prune oaks since the Picnic Beetles are inactive.
As a further precaution, infected Red Oaks on which spores may form should
be eliminated by debarking, burning, burying, or wrapping in 4-6 mil plastic until July
1. Wilting, or recently wilted, trees must not be moved in any form (including
firewood) to areas where oak wilt is not present.
Eagan homeowners who have further questions about Oak Wilt or its identifi-
cation are encouraged to contact the Eagan City Forester at 681-4300. Information
can also be obtained through the University of Minnesota Extension Service in
Dakota County by calling 463-3302.
7
FORESTRY .. .
STATE FORESTRY PUBLICATIONS
The University of Minnesota Extension Service has a wide variety of
forestry related publications available to Minnesota residents for a nominal fee.
The following is a list of publications, publication numbers, and the cost of each.
Title
Evergreen & Woody Ground Covers
Native Trees That Can Be Used for Landscaping
Planting Landscape Trees in MN
Dutch Elm Disease
Trees, Shrubs & Vines for MN Landscape
Fitting Trees & Shrubs into the Landscape
Pruning Trees & Shrubs
Protecting Trees from Animal Damage
Ground Cover. for Rough Sites
Protecting Shade Trees from Construction
Noninfectious Diseases of Trees
Gardening in the Shade
Choosing Landscape Evergreens
Planning Your Home Landscape, Part I
Planning Your Home Landscape, Part II
Native Shrubs and Vines for Landscaping
Tree Fertilization - A Guide for Fertilizing New &
Established Trees in the Landscape
Disease Control for Home Landscape
Ornamentals
Fertilizing Garden & Landscape Plants & Lawn
Planting & Transplanting Trees & Shrubs
Tree Owner's Manual
Number Cost
AG -FS -0449 .25
AG -FS -0466 .25
CD -BU -0481 1.50
AG -BU -0518 1.00
AG -BU -0545 3.00
AG -FO -0604 .50
AG -FO -0628 .50
CD -FS -1066 .25
AG -FS -1114 .25
AG -FS -1414 .20
AG -FS -1415 .20
AG -FS -1428 .25
AG -FO -1430 .50
AG -FO -1431 .50
AG -FO -1854 .50
AG -FS -2015 .20
AG -FO -2421 .50
AG -FO -3495
AG -MI -3821
AG -FO -3825
AG -MI -3898
These publications and fact sheets can be ordered from:
MN Extension Distribution Center
Room 3, Coffey Hall
1420 Eckles Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55108
MINNESOTA RESIDENTS ADD 6.5% SALES TAX
1.00
1.00
.50
1.50
THE CITY OF EAGAN IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER
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 Administrator. 1
8 J
C LIBRARY
LIBRARYist
CHECK 1T
SUMMERTIME
Your public library is a wonderful
place to discover, especially in the sum-
mertime. Children who can read on their
own may join the Summer Reading Club
between June 8 and mid-August. "Li-
brary Kids are World Class" is the theme
of this year's Club. Exciting and wonder-
ful things are being planned to provide
enjoyment for Club members and at the
same time to inspire a love of reading for
young readers. Pick up a summer Sched-
ule of Events which lists dates and times
of activities such as magicians, musical
performers, puppeteers, storytellers, and
much more.
The Friends of the Library have
purchased books in Vietnamese. This
collection of about 50 titles can be found
in the foreign language section in the
495s. Some are fiction, more are non-
fiction, and the topics range from cosme-
tology to medical dictionaries to cook-
books.
The location of the paperback col-
lection can still be found in the same
place but on brand new shelving. You
will find this arrangement easier to browse
and much easier to find good reading.
Thanks to the Friends for these
generous additions to the Wescott Li-
brary.
BUSINESS SECTION
A business section for use by the
public is a recent addition to the Wescott
Library. Conveniently located at the en-
trance to the library, this area provides a
telephone, a copier and now a telefac-
simile machine for use by the public. A
telephone calling card is the operating
factor of the fax machine and charges
incurred are added to your home tele-
phone bill. Also, you may send or receive
messages. Check out the new Business
Section on your next visit to your library.
SUMMER HOURS
Your Wescott Library is open 57
hours each week to serve you: Monday
through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30
p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10:00
a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
HER() Highligh ts
Eagan Recycling Program
MANAGING SOLID WASTE
AND
WASTE REDUCTION
The amount of garbage and disposal costs con-
tinue to increase each year. One way to reduce
your monthly garbage bill is to set out
less garbage each week. The difference
between setting out one garbage can
versus three garbage cans each week
could be as much as $7 a month.
Recycling and buying with waste
reduction in mind will help households
qualify for low volume rates.
Look what is going into your garbage can each
week. Can any of it be recycle? Are there alter-
natives that won't make as much waste? Elimi-
nating excess garbage could save you money and
is good for the environment.
Waste Reduction Suggestions
• Buy with recycling in mind and look for con-
tainers that can be recycled.
• Purchase food in bulk, from bulk
bins or food co-ops. Bring your own
bags, containers or egg cartons.
• Purchase products with less packaging or in
larger sizes, there is usually a cost savings.
• Use canvas or string bags, cardboard totes, or
reuse paper bags for carrying groceries. Refuse a
bag for small items.
April 1992
■ Purchase beverages in refillable
containers. A refillable milk container
can be used 50 times before it is recycled.
• Stop buying disposables and single service
products. Switch to reusable, refillable, and
cleanable products.
• Practice waste reduction at work. Simple
things like routing memos and letters, two-sided
copying, purchasing durable products, repairing
items, purchasing products with recycled content
and using a washable ceramic mug instead of
paper or plastic cups can make a difference.
To stop receiving unwanted catalogs write:
Mail Preference Service
Direct Marketing Association
P.O. Box 3861 Grand Central Station
New York, NY 10163-3861.
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MINNESOTA OFFICE OF
WASTE MANAGEMENT
MUOOSOTA
OFFICE
OF WASTE
KICKS OFF" 1992 MANAGE
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PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN
Due to the many requests by citizens groups and
individuals around Minnesota for education pro-
grams on "least waste" packaging and "smart
shopping tips", the OWM has developed a new
waste education campaign to address such issues.
The focus of the education campaign begins with
the education of consumers at grocery stores.
The Waste Education program for 1992 was
"kicked -off" at the Cub Foods store in Eagan,
April 21-26 and the Cash Wise Store in Willmar,
April 28 -May 3
See OWM page 12...
SOLID WASTE WATCHER
Managing YardWaste
The 1990 state law banning yardwaste from
landfills and processing centers has changed how
yardwaste is managed. There are several options
for residents: leave grass clippings on the lawn;
brings grass, leaves and prunings to a composting
facility; backyard compost pile; or have your
refuse hauler collect the yardwaste.
Lawn Maintenance
Grass
The easiest way to handle grass clippings is not to
collect them. Leave then on the lawn. This is
beneficial to the lawn. It puts nutrients
back into the soil (enough to replace
one yearly fertilizer application) and
helps retain soil moisture. During
the fast growing season, lawn
mowing must be frequent enough
so that no more than an inch is
cut off. Mower blades
should be kept sharp.
Consider purchasing
a mulching or recycling
lawnmower when it is time
to replace your old mower.
Lawn clippings can also be added to back yard
compost piles. Clippings should be mixed with
leaves or other bulky yardwastes.
Leaves
Leaves can be mulched and left
on the lawn, put around trees and
shrubs as mulch, put into compost
piles or tilled into gardens.
If you do collect your grass clippings and leaves,
you may also check with your refuse hauler about
collection opportunities.
Brush
Check with your refuse hauler about collection
opportunities. You may also bring prunings (up
to six inches in diameter) to the Dakota County/
Eagan Yard Waste Facility located just south of
the Eagan Municipal Center at 3830 Pilot Knob
Road.
Backyard Composting
Information about how to start
and maintain a back yard compost
pile is available. Please call the
Eagan Recycling Coordinator,
681-4600 during City business
hours or leave a message on
the 24 hour Recycling Hotline, 681-4380.
Dakota County/Eagan Yard Waste Facility
Open April 3 - May 31, 1992.
3830 Pilot Knob Rd.
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday
9am-6pm, Sunday 1pm-6pm. The site is closed
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Holidays.
Materials Accepted: grass clippings, leaves,
garden wastes, sod strippings and prunings (up to
six inches in diameter).
Fees: Grass and Leaves- $.25 per bag if de -
bagged and bag is taken home, $2 per cubic yard
if brought in on a trailer or truck. Brush $5.40
per cubic yard. There is a $1 minimum fee at the
gate for grass and leaf delivery.
For more information, please call R.D. Pecar
and Co. at 460-8332.
_ A CLOSER LOOK AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL SALES PITCH
Many products claim to be "environmentally friendly."
How can you determine if a product is truly better for the environment?
Here are some questions
to ask yourself when shopping.
"Environmentally Friendly" or
"Safe for the Environment"
Does the label explain why the product is "friendly"
to the environment? If not, try calling the manufac-
turer to find out. Most companies now have 1-800
numbers to answer consumer
questions. A product advertised
as "environmentally friendly" with-
out explanation may be nothing
but hype.
"Degradable", "Photode-
gradable" or "Biodegradable"
A photodegradable product will
break down when exposed to a sig-
nificant amount of sunlight. Abio-
degradable product will degrade
if exposed to air, water and micro-
organisms. Landfills, where close
to 80% of all of our waste ends up,
are specifically designed to keep
out air, moisture and sunlight. If a "degradable"
product will end up in a landfill, it probably won't
degrade in any meaningful way. "Degradability"
doesn't have much meaning if the productwill be in-
cinerated or recycled, either. However, a "de-
gradable" product may be helpful in a composting
system.
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"Recyded"
Many products are being made from recycled ma-
terials. But labeling a product as "recycled" may not
tell you enough. What is the percentage of recycle
materials - 5%, 50%, 100%? (most cereal and de-
tergent boxes that are gray on the inside are made
of 100% recycled cardboard). And does the
"recycled" material really come from used (post-
consumer) paper or plastic, or is
NIP it just industrial scrap material
that is "recycled" at almost ev-
ery manufacturing plant?
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"Recyclable"
Almost all products - paper, plastic, glass, and metal
- can technically be recycled. But is the product "re-
cyclable" in our community? Does our community
ask you to separate out that type of product for
curbside pick-up? Or is there a drop-off recycling
center that accepts that type of product? If a
product labeled "recyclable" ends up in your trash
can, it doesn't matter whether or not it's "recy-
clable"- it won't be recycled.
"Ozone Friendly" or
"No CFC's"
Chloroflurocarbons (CFC's)
were used in most aerosol sprays
before 1978, and are still used in
some styrofoam products. CFCs
have been linked to destruction
of the ozone (the protective layer
around the earth that helps filter
out the sun's harmful rays). almost
no aerosol sprays sold in the
United States since 1978 contain CFCs. And, more
recently, manufacturers of many styrofoam prod-
ucts have started removing CFCs. But even though
aerosol sprays and styrofoam products may not
longer contain CFCs, they may contain other ingre-
dients that may harm the environment. In other
words, just because a product is labeled "ozone
friendly", or made without CFCs, does not neces-
sarily main it's good for the environment.
Information provided from the Office of the Minnesota
Attorney General.
OWM from page 9.
The OWM accomplished first -of -its -kind research
to determine packaging issues relating to "least
waste" and "more waste" packaging of specific
same -brand products.
Using the theme "S.M.A.R.T., Saving Money And
Reducing Trash", the campaign will expand into
two additional cities throughout the year. The in-
formation will also be available for statwide use.
Waste Management
FACTS and FIGURES
TIPS and TIDBITS
ECO -tip from Eagan Resident:
Ask your paper carrier to reuse the plastic bags
that cover your daily newspapers. By saving the
bags and returning them in a convenient way for
the carrier, the carrier was very willing to reuse the
bags for future customers.
Minnesotans create 6.5 billion pounds of
garbage each year.
Each Eagan resident produces an average of
four pounds of garbage each day.
Every three months,
the United States
throws away enough
aluminum to rebuild
our commercial airfleet.
Store food
in washable,
re -usable
containers
instead of
disposable ones.
Choose products with
minimum packaging. Buy in
bulk, buy concentrates and refillables,
avoid paper or plastic bags for just a few items.
Save Energy. Buy compact fluorescent Tight bulbs, buy a "low -flow" shower head. I
RECYCLING MARKET UPDATE RECYCLING MARKET UPDATE
Glass Contamination
Last summer, loads of glass from Minnesota recy-
clers were rejected for recycling at a record rate
and the improvement of quality shipments is slow.
These rejections were tied closely to several
events.
• The introduction of new blue glass bottles.
• Increasing quality concerns at Anchor Glass, the
end -market for most recycled glass in Minnesota.
• An increased presence of contaminating white
glass and ceramics in the recycling stream.
With market prices dropping for all recyclable
commodities, including glass, quality has become a
greater concern than ever. Continued contamina-
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tion of loads of recycled glass, leading to rejection
of the loads, could even threaten the viability of
glass recycling collection programs.
Only Clear, Green and Brown food and
beverage containers are acceptable in the
Eagan Curbside Recycling Program. When in
doubt, throw it out! Please do not include:
window glass, glassware, ceramics,
Tight bulbs or mirrors.
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BROCHURES
Where are the nearest tennis courts? Does
this trail connect with another to get me to the
library? My family picnic has grown to 100
people; help!!
Brochures, providing information in answer
to these questions and more, are available at
the Municipal Center. You may pick up the
brochure(s) of your choice on registration day
or on your next stop at the Municipal Center.
Discover your park system's facilities.
Plan your recreation activities in Eagan, close
to home, in the evening, on week -ends or at
mid -day -wherever your leisure hours may be
found.
ATHLETIC FIELD
RESERVATIONS
It is anticipated that a limited amount of
field space may be available for "challenge.
games" this summer. Location and day(s) of
week will be know by midMay.
A fee of 325.00 is charged for a single
game 1-1/4 hour reservation.
The fee is 350.00 for a two game time
block, 2-1/2 hour reservation.
To reserve a field:
1. Call Parks and Recreation at least three
weeks prior to the date of the event.
2. Field availability will be verified.
3. Fees are due within 48 hours of the
inquirY•
4. The reservation is recorded upon receipt
of fees.
EAGAN SENIORS
Eagan Seniors meet several times each month to visit with old friends, to welcome new seniors to the
Community, and to have fun.
Activities such as pot luck lunches, group lunches at local restaurants, and guest speakers or
entertainment are planned. The group occasionally plays bingo or cards. The annual picnic will be held
in June.
A popular activity is the Seniors Coffee Club which meets on the first and third Tuesday mornings
each month at 9:00 A.M. at McDonald's Restaurant on Silver Bell Road. Owner/operators Kay and Tom
Butler and McDonald's staff Peggy Knudsen and Phyllis Lange have been instrumental in the development
of this activity.
In addition, seniors who are interested in walking meet as a group once a month. With the approach
of warm weather, this activity will return to the outdoors, utilizing various trails in the City.
If you are an Eagan Senior, new to the City or a lifelong resident, you are invited to take part. Call
Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 to receive the monthly activity mailing.
PICNIC KITS OR
WHAT DO I NEED TO HAVE A PICNIC
The Parks and Recreation Department will again offer 'PICNIC KITS" as a service to the community.
To arrange for a 'PICNIC KIT", call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 at least two weeks prior to the
event.
1. The basic "picnic kit" includes horseshoes, bocce ball and badminton equipment, in addition to a
volleyball and net. A fee of 37.00 is charged.
2. A special picnic kit that includes a tugowar rope and 6 gunny sacks is available for a fee of 33.00.
3. In a neighborhood park, for large group gatherings, additional picnic tables and trash barrels can be
delivered to the site. The reservation fee for this service is 320.00.
4. Chuckwagon charcoal cooker: This trailer -mounted covered cooker is ideal for large group
gatherings. Dozens of bratwursts, hot dogs and hamburgers can be prepared at one time. The
chuckwagon requires a 1-7/8" ball hitch for towing. A fee of $25.00 is charged.
5. Tent canopy: Reservations for use of a 20' X 20' canopy require two weeks advance notice. A rental
fee of $50.00 per day is charged.
All fees for picnic kits are to be paid at the Eagan Municipal Center within 48 hours of the inquiry.
This completes the reservation.
Picnic Kits" that may have been reserved for use at Trapp Farm Park or Thomas Lake Park will be
issued at the park. All other reserved "picnic kits" are to be picked up on Fridays at the Public Works
Building, 3501 Coachman Road between the hours of 7:00-8:00 A.M. Kits are returned on Mondays
between the hours of 7:00-8:00 A.M. Weekday picnic kits are picked up on the day of the event and
retumed the following day.
t June, 1992
Sunday
'Monday
1
GOLF LESSONS
BEGIN
Tuesday
2
CITY COUNCIL
6:30 PM
Wednesday
3
Thursday
4
ADVISORY PARKS,
RECREATION &
NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION MEETING
Friday
5
Saturday
6
FISHING DERBY
BABYSITTING/
LATCHKEY CLINIC
7
LEBANON HILLS
WALK
8
9
10
SENIOR CITIZENS
ANNUAL PICNIC
REGISTRATION
4:30 - 7:00 PM
11
12
13
14
15
SUMMER PROGRAMS
BEGIN
MOONLIGHT MOVIES
16
CITY COUNCIL
6:30 PM
17
18
USTA JR.TENNIS
TOURNAMENT
SIP FIELD TRIP
Circus Arcade
19
USTA JR.TENNIS
TOURNAMENT
CAMP CREATIVE
"Pirates of
Caribeagan'
SUMMER FUN DAY
Beaver Mtn.
20
USTA JR. TENNIS
TOURNAMENT
21
22
SENIOR CITIZENS
AT ROSEMOUNT
SENIOR CENTER
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SIP FIELD TRIP
MN Twins -
EVENING IN PARK
Teddy Bear Band
Trapp Farm Park
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SIP SPECIAL
EVENT DAY
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CAMP CREATIVE
"Act Your Age"
SUMMER FUN DAY
Diamond T Ranch
Horseback Riding
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FARMINGTON
DEW RUN
BIKE TO HASTINGS
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EAGAN MEN'S TENNIS LEAGUE
Parks and Recreation offers an open tennis league for
men. Matches will be played on courts throughout Eagan.
Tuesday or Thursday evenings will be selected for the
night of play.
The format the league assumes, that is, team, doubles
or singles competition will be determined by the number
of participants and what best achieves the recreational
needs of the group.
As is customary with a new tennis activity, disparity in
levels of play would be anticipated. A handicap system
will be used to equalize the opportunity to succeed!
A fee of $10.00 per participant will be charged to
cover the costs of administering the league. Other details
of league interest will be discussed at an organizational
meeting in mid-May.
If you are interested in playing in Eagan's Men's
Tennis League, call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660.
Information concerning the organizational meeting will
be available in early May.
SOUTH OF THE RIVER TENNIS LEAGUE
The adult corecreational tennis league is nationally sponsored by Ultra Slim Fast.
Teams in the South of the River League are comprised of coworkers, couples, neighbors or
a group formed from a "draft" list.
Team rosters hold a minimum of two men and two women, to a maximum of five men
and five women. Competitive and recreational divisions are offered. Invitations are
extended to teams to enter the league to represent Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan,
Farmington, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Rosemount and Savage.
Matches are comprised of men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles and
one or two sets of mixed doubles. No ad scoring is used and the match score is the sum of
games won. Typically, a match is completed in two hours.
Tennis courts in Eagan form the center of league activity. Subject to the demographics
of the league, courts in other communities may also be used. An organizational meeting
will be held to enter teams into the league, to assess levels of skill, and to organize "draft"
teams.
If you have a team or wish to be on the draft list, call Eagan Parks and Recreation at
681-4660.
MEETING DATE: Wednesday, May 20, 1992
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
LOCATION: Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road
LEAGUE FEES: $5.00/per person (Due on May 20, 1992)
Call in registration by Friday, May 15, 1992
ADULT CO-REC SOCCER
The South of the River Soccer League begins play soon! Register your team now! This year Apple Valley is host Teams and players from Eagan, Apple
Valley, Burnsville, Rosemount, Lakeville, Farmington and Savage are eligible. To obtain the registration materials contact Apple Valley Parks and Recreation at
431-8853. New teams register May 11 through May 14 on a firstcome, firstserved, spaceavailable basis. Entry fee is 3310 per team, seven games are planned.
Men and women ages 20 years and older are eligible.
GOLF LESSONS FOR ADULTS
Check your grip! Square your stance: Head down.. .
Slow back swing... Beginner Golf Lessons for adults
will be held this summer. All sessions will meet at
Troon Golf Learning Center on County Road 42 just east
of Highway 13 in Savage.
The lessons consist of five (5) one hour classes. Four
classes will provide practice with various clubs from the
hitting tees. One class will concentrate on chipping and
putting.
The registration fee covers four large buckets of balls,
instruction and administration. Students should provide
their own clubs. Classes meet in a Monday/Wednesday
or Tuesday(rhursday configuration. Class size is limited.
Pre -registration is required.
SESSION I JUNE 1 - JUNE 15 (Mon & Wed)
Section 1: 5:00 - 6:00 P.M.
Section 2: 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Section 3: 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.
LOCATION:
SINE 2 - RINE 16 Clues & Thurs)
Section 4: 5:00 - 6:00 P.M.
Section 5: 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Section 6: 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.
JULY 20 - AUGUST 3 (Mon & Wed)
Section 7: 5:00 - 6:00 P.M.
Section 8: 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Section 9: 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.
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JULY 21 - AUGUST 4 (Tues & Tburs)
Section 10: 5:00 - 6:00 P.M.
Section 11: 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Section 12: 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.
Troon Golf Leaming Center
Co. Rd. 42 and Highway 13
(4 miles west of Burnsville Center)
FEE: $49.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Session I: May 27, 1992
Session II: July 15, 1992
RECREATIONAL SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES
The Eagan Parks and Recreation Department is offering recreational Sand Volleyball
League play this summer. The leagues are for men, women and teens who want to play
recreational volleyball during the summer months. Registrations are accepted by teams
only; however, if you're an individual interested in getting on a team, an available players
list has been established.
Teams are currently being accepted on a first come basis. Receipt of your raster and
entry fee will reserve a spot for your team. Managers of prospective new teams should
contact Eagan Parks and Recreation Department at 681-4660 by May 22, 1992 for
registration materials.
League Night of Play: Monday: Co -Recreational League
Friday: Co -Recreational League
DATES: Play begins the week of June 15, 1992
TIMES: Between 6:00 - 9:00 P.M.
LOCATION: Rahn Athletic Fields (Nicols Road & Shale Lane)
FEE: 350.00 per team (Reduced rate for teens $30.00 per team)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M., Friday, May 29, 1992
CO -RECREATIONAL POWER SAND VOLLEYBALL
This league is Sand Volleyball for the serious player. It is an advanced, competitive
league, comparable to MRPA Band C level of play. All matches will be officiated.
SORR (South of the River Recreators) co-sponsor the league. Teams from Eagan,
Burnsville, Rosemount, Lakeville, Farmington and Savage are anticipated to enter.
The City of Savage will host and direct this league. Call 890-1045 for additional
information and registration materials.
WHO:
DATES:
FEE:
Adults
Play on Monday nights beginning June 8, 1992
$110.00 entry fee per team
LOCATION: Hollywood Park in Savage
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 29, 1992
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****LOCATION****
Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road
Regular Office Hours: 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., Monday - Friday
****REGISTRATION OPENS****
Saturday, May 16, 1992
8:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
****EQUAL ACCESS POLICY RECREATION PROGRAMS****
Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to attend or participate in City of Eagan Recreation programs are available upon
request at least 96 hours in advance of the events. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will make every
attempt to provide the aids. However, this may not be possible with short notice.
****SCHOLARSHIPS****
A limited amount of scholarship funding is available. For information call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660.
****SPECIAL REGISTRATION SESSIONS****
Monday, May 18, 1992 4:30 - 7:00 P.M.
Wednesday, June 10, 1992 4:30 - 7:00 P.M.
****REGISTRATION OPTIONS****
In-person
Mail -in
Depository drop box
NOTE: Registration received prior to May 16 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 cannot 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 and 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
TOUCH FOOTBALL
Too early to be thinking about football? NOT!! Registration occurs near the
end of summer for a variety of touch football options:
Seven -Man Sanctioned Touch Football
Four -Man Passing Touch Football
Co-Rec Flag Football
Form your teams and look forward to cooler autumn action. Registration
materials will be available after July 6, 1992. Contact Eagan Parks and
Recreation at 681-4660. Individuals wishing to get on a team or form one can
also call 681-4660 to be placed on an available players list.
FALL SOFTBALL
Mark your calendar or miss out on the fastgrowing fall softball season.
Leagues offered include:
Men's Open Doubleheaders, Mondays
Co-Rec 11/12", Tuesdays
Women's Open, Tuesdays
Men's Open, Tuesdays
Men's Open, Wednesdays
All games are played at Northview Athletic Fields. Play begins August 17,
18 and 19 and ends in late September.
Registration materials will be available after July 1, 1992. Contact Parks
and Recreation at 681-4660. An available players list will be created for
individuals wishing to get on a team.
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FALL VOLLEYBALL INFORMATION
Recreational and Officiated Volleyball Leagues for CoRec, Men's and
Women's teams will be offered this fall. Registration information will be
available after August 1, 1992. Managers of prospective new teams should
contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 6814660.
3 -ON -3 OUTDOOR BASKETBALL
Looking for fitness and fun outdoors this summer? Join the 3 -on -3
Basketball League! Played on the smaller hardcourt at our neighborhood
parks, the endtoend action creates a lot of scoring and gets you into shape in
a hurry. This is an unofficiated league meant for those players looking for a
good workout and a friendly game. Space is limited. Register early.
DATE: Play is on Mondays beginning June 15.
Nine Mondays are planned.
TIME: Game times are at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 PM.
LOCATION: Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road
(Other sites may be used depending on the number of teams)
FEE: $60.00 per team, 19 years and older Adult League
340.00 per team, 18 years and under
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 5, 1992. Materials are
available by stopping in or calling Parks and Recreation at 681-4660. A
MANDATORY Manager's meeting will be held at 7:00 P.M. at the Sky Hill
Park shelter building.
Two divisions are planned: 19 years and older, 18 years and under.
Individuals wishing to get on a team or willing to form a team can have their
names placed on an available players list.
YOUTH TENNIS ANYONE? )
YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS
Children ages 5-15 are invited to try their hand at the game of tennis. The lessons will provide a new eyehand coordination
experience, challenging skills to learn and practice, and offer the opportunity to be with friends.
Lessons are offered for Beginner 1 - those who have never played; and Beginner 2 - those who have taken Beginner 1 lessons.
Each class will meet for one hour per day, for one week at neighborhood park tennis courts. The Monday through Friday
format will concentrate learning over a short period of time for improved skill development.
Tennis balls are provided. Participants are to provide their own rackets. Class size is limited. Pre -registration is required.
DATES, TIMES, LOCATIONS:
JUNE 15_19• Monday through Friday
Oak Chase, Rahn
8:00 - 10:00 A.M.
8:00 - 11:00 A.M.
8:00 - 12:00 Noon
Ages 5-9 Beginner 1
Ages 10-15 Beginner 1
Ages 10-15 Beginner 2
JUNE 22-26: Monday through Friday
Ridgecliff, Northview
9:00 -10:00 A.M. Ages 5-9
10:00- 11:00 A.M. Ages 10-15
11:00 - 12:00 Noon Ages 10-15
Beginner 1
Beginner 1
Beginner 2
JUNE 29 -JULY 3: Monday through Friday
Evergreen, Northview
9:00 - 10:00 A.M. Ages 5-9
10:00 -11:00 A.M. Ages 10-15
11:00- 12:00 Noon Ages 10-15
JULY 6-10:
9:00 - 10:00
10:00 -11:00
11:00 -12:00
JULY 13-17:
Beginner 1
Beginner 1
Beginner 2
Monday through Friday
Oak Chase, Sky Hill
A.M.
A.M.
Noon
9:00 - 10:00 A.M.
10:00 -11:00 A.M.
11:00 -12:00 Noon
Ages 5-9 Beginner 2
Ages 10-15 Beginner 2
Ages 10-15 Beginner 1
Monday through Friday
Ridgecliff, Northview
Ages 5-9 Beginner 2
Ages 5-9 Beginner 2
Ages 10-15 Beginner 2
JULY 20-24: Monday through Friday
O'Leary, Northview
9:00 - 10:00 A.M. Ages 5-9 Beginner 1
10:00 -11:00 A.M. Ages 10-15 Beginner 1
11:00 -12:00 Noon Ages 10-15 Beginner 2
JULY 27-31:
9:00 - 10:00 A.M.
10:00 -11:00 A.M.
11:00 -12:00 Noon
FEE: $20.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE:
Monday through Friday
Oak Chase, Rahn
Ages 5-9
Ages 10-15
Ages 10-15
Beginner 2
Beginner 2
Beginner 1
The Wednesday prior to the start
of a session. (Example: June 10
for June 15-19 lessons, etc.)
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS LEAGUE
Calling all Varsity, JV, Junior High/Middle School tennis
players! A Junior Team Tennis League is offered for Summer
1992. Teams will be co-ed. Players who register to participate
in the league will be placed on teams by the coaching staff.
Patty Mraz, who has over 15 years of experience in coaching
and teaching tennis, will work with the youth in this league.
All League practices and matches will be held at the
Northview Athletic Tennis Courts. Participants will practice on
Thursdays and play matches on Fridays. The activity will run
for six weeks.
Membership in USTA (United States Tennis Association)
will be made available to Junior Team Tennis League players.
Registration for this tennis activity is through Eagan Parks
and Recreation, 3830 Pilot Knob Road. Registration begins on
May 16, 1992.
DATES: June 18 - July 24, 1992
TIMES: Intermediates: 12:30 - 2:30 P.M.
Advanced: 2:30 - 4:30 P.M.
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts
FEE: $35.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 12, 1992
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USTA JUNIOR TENNIS
TOURNAMENT
JUNE 18, 19 20, 1992
Eagan Parks and Recreation is hosting a USTA sanctioned
Junior Tennis Tournament at Northview Athletic Tennis Courts.
The tournament is open to all USTA youth age groups.
The tournament is singles play. Each participant will meet a
minimum of three (3) opponents in a non -elimination format.
DATES: June 18, 19, & 20, 1992
TIME: Determined by draw
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts
FEE: $13.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
June 11, 1992
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SOUTH OF THE RIVER TENNIS CAMPS
South of the River Tennis Camps are designed for the High School and Jr. High/Middle School age aspiring competitive tennis
player. Tennis camp participants already possess the ability to sustain the ball in play. During camp, each player will receive
extensive drill on skills, work on tennis strategy and play against challenging opponents. Action is concentrated in a Monday,
Tuesday, Wednesday format to maximize learning. A season ending tournament will be offered. A new mini session is offered in
August for boys and for girls who are not participating in school tennis.
Instructional staff are USPTA professionals, headed by Patty Mraz who has 15+ years of tennis teaching experience, 15 years of
competitive tournament experience and several years of experience in conducting tennis camps.
Registration begins on May 16, 1992, at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Rd, Eagan.
DATES: Session 1: June 15 - July 1, 1992, Mon, Tues, Wed
Session 2: July 6 - July 22, 1992, Mon, Tues, Wed
Mini -Session: Aug. 3 - Aug 13, 1992, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs
TIMES: Intermediates: 12:30 - 2:00 P.M.
Advanced: 2:00 - 3:30 P.M.
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Tennis Courts in Eagan
FEE: $35.00 for one session
$55.00 for two sessions
$75.00 for all three sessions
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REGISTRATION
DEADLINE:
Session 1: June 10, 1992
Session 2: July 1, 1992
Mini -Session: July 29, 1992
C ADULT TENNIS....
ADULT TENNIS LESSONS
Learn a lifetime sport. Tennis lessons are offered
to adults at the beginner level. Beginners are
individuals who have never played, or have played
"at the game", but never had a lesson.
Each class meets twice a week for one hour for
three weeks. Tennis balls are provided. Participants
are to provide their own rackets.
Class size is limited. Pre -registration is required.
SESSION I: Mon. & Wed, June 15 - July 1
O'Leary Park
Section 1: 6:30 7:30 P.M.
Section 2: 7:30 - 8:30 P.M.
SESSION II: Mon. & Wed, July 6-22
Oak Chase Park
Section 3: 6:30 - 7:30 P.M.
Section 4: 7:30 - 8:30 P.M.
FEE: $20.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINES: Section I: June 10, 1992
Section II: July 1, 1992
TENNIS DRILLS FOR ADULTS
For the competitive player who wants to become more consistent.
These tennis drills are designed to provide challenging practice, improved
game strategy and a good work out.
Players ages 19 and older are invited to accept the challenge of the
drills format. The early morning or late afternoon schedule is designed
to fit in before or after other family events! Each session provides a
schedule of four (4) drills.
SESSION I: Mon & Wed. 7:00 - 8:00 A.M. June 15-24, 1992
Oak Chase
Tues & Thurs 5:00 - 6:00 P.M. June 16-25, 1992
Northview
SESSION II:
SESSION III:
Mon & Wed 7:00 - 8:00 A.M. July 6-15, 1992
Northview
Tues & Thurs 5:00 - 6:00 P.M. July 7-16, 1992
Northview
Mon & Wed 7:00 - 8:00 A.M. July 20-29, 1992
Oak Chase
Tues & Thurs 5:00 - 6:00 P.M. July 21-30, 1992
Northview
FEE: $15.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
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Session I:
Session II:
Session III:
June 10, 1992
July 1, 1992
July 15, 1992
A P } CAMPS AND l i! MORE A MPS. o • • a a. i
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CAMP CREATIVE
Untap your imagination and explore the freedom of creativity. There
is no right or wrong, good or bad just plain fun! Seven crazy days are
planned. Register for any or all of the unique offerings. Pre -registration
is required. Registration is limited, so sign up early.
JUNE 19: "Pirates of the Carib-eagan" Hunt for treasure, new games,
group problem solving and more!
JUNE 26: "Act Your Age" - Juggling, clowning, jokes, acting, mime,
story telling, plus.
JULY 10: "ETV" - Television productions, commercials, videos,
lights, camera, action!
JULY 17: "Sound of Music" - Write new words to old songs, tape a
radio show, make your own instruments!
JULY 24: "What a Mess" - Do everything your parents never let you
do at home! Come in your grubbies and swimsuit in order
to get hosed down afterwards.
JULY 31: "Art and Soul" - Draw, paint, sculpt, and creative writing.
AUG 7: "Taste of Eagan" - Zany activities involving food.
Carving, decorating, tasting and creating galore!
DATES: Seven (7) Fridays, June 19 through August 7, 1992 (No
class July 3)
TIME: Section 1 (Ages 6-9) 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Section 2 (Ages 8-15) 10:45 AM 12:15 PM
LOCATION: Rahn Park Building, 4425 Sandstone Drive
FEE: $20.00 for the entire seven weeks
$ 4.00 per Friday
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 4:30 P.M., Friday, June 7, 1992
Also, as space permits, by 4:30 P.M., of the
Wednesday prior to each Friday.
BASEBALL HITTING CAMP
Eagan High School Head Coach Bob Sadek will instruct players on
the art of hitting. Learn to improve your swing the Wildcat Way. Use
of tees, tunnels, pitching machines, video and more will give each
camper a multitude of wacks. Each player should bring batting gloves
due to the high numbers of swings they will be taking. Other
equipment needed include a bat, cleats or multipurpose shoes and a
batting helmet. Sign up right away for this popular program.
DATE: Section I: 6th Grade & Older June 15, 16, 17 & 18
(June 19 is make-up date)
Section II: K - 5th Grade June 22, 23, 24 & 25
(June 26 is make-up date)
TIME: 9 A.M. - 11 A.M.
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue
FEE:
$35.00 (includes instruction, supplioes and T -Shirt)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 5, 1992
(Indicate T -Shirt size)
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SOFTBALL CAMPS
"Glove down!" "Step into the pitch"! "Keep your
eye on the ball"! Fundamentals... for fielding,
hitting, base running, slow and fast pitch pitching.
The camp offers skills practice and learning the rules
and game strategy.
Sandy Hillyer, head Eagan High School girls
softball coach, directs the camps. Her extensive
knowledge of the game will challenge participants to
learn while they have fun.
Pre -registration is required. Space is limited.
DATES: Session 1: June 15-19 Mon -Fri
Session 2; June 29 -July 3 Mon -Fri
TIME: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Ages 9 and under
10:30 AM - Noon Ages 10 - 14
LOCATION: Northview Athletic Fields 1-4
FEE:
SPORTS & GAMES CAMP
Coming this summer. ..sports, games, fun and
excitement for 6-12 year olds. Camp participants
will explore all different sports and games
including basketball, softball, soccer and other
traditional games. New games, adventure games,
water games, and everyone's favorite games will
keep all participants active. Camp meets rain or
shine and will provide a low competitive
atmosphere for developing introductory skills,
positive self image and recreational interests. A
beverage will be provided each day. A camp
T-shirt and photo are included in the fee.
When registering, please indicate T-shirt size.
DATES: Monday- Friday, August 3-7, 1992
TIMES: 9:30 A.M. - Noon
LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park
3990 Elrene Rd.
FEE: $35.00
REGISTRATION
$35.00 DEADLINE: Monday, July 20, 1992
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Session 1:
Session 2:
June 10, 1992
June 24, 1992
NATURE CAMP
Join us for two fun days of learning about
nature. The camp combines recreation with
education to provide handson, fun learning
experiences. Naturalist Tim Lundahl will lead you
through catching insects, collecting pond critters
and making bug houses. Other activities may
include: leaf printing a camp shirt, making and
eating "Stick bread" and nature games.
Campers should bring a lightcolored
nonpatterned Tshirt on the first day. Each child
should also bring a bag lunch each day. A
beverage will be provided.
Children must have completed Kindergarten
through Age 12.
*Registration is limited, so sign up early!
DATES: Session I: Aug 3 & 4, 1992
9:00 AM -2:00 PM
Session II: Aug S & 6, 1992
9:00 AM -2:00 PM
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park
4425 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: $18.00 per child
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, July 20, 1992
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YOUTH SAFETY CAMP
FOR 8 & 9 YEAR OLDS
• Come and fmd out how 911 works! Slide down a waterslide fed by
an Eagan Fire Truck! See a K-9 dog in action! Look through an
ambulance and experience Operation Lifesaver, Stranger Danger, Water
Safety and Animal Control Safety. Recreational breaks will happen
throughout the day.
Members of the Eagan Fire, Police and Parks and Recreation
Departments are cosponsoring this exciting program designed to have
fun while learning.
Lunch, snacks and beverages will be provided each day. Camp will
be held rain or shine. Activities will be held outdoors or in the pavilion,
so dress appropriately for the weather! Participants should bring a
change of clothes, beach towel and tennis shoes that can get wet!
The last day will feature a picnic supper and ceremony for all
campers and their families. When registering, please indicate how many
from your family will attend the picnic.
Registration is limited, so sign up early!
DATES: August 10, 11, 12, 1992
TIMES: 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
August 12th: 5:00 P.M., Family Picnic & Ceremony
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Park Pavilion, 4425 Pilot Knob Road
FEE: $20.00 (includes all food, activities, supervision and picnic
supper)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, July 22, 1992
RECREATION HOTLINE
681-4670
The new Recreation Happenings Hotline is on line! A menu of topics has been set up so that residents can quickly hear
specific information.
The menu and examples of messages are as follows:
#1 Today's Activities:
Weather related activity announcements, bus times, and other daily program information is provided. This line is updated
each day.
#2 Upcoming Special Events:
Information concerning activities that will happen in two or three weeks. This line usually features community wide
recreation programs.
#3 Seasonal Outdoor Facility Information:
Status of ballfield availability, an open time on sand volleyball courts, and parks that have new playground equipment, are
examples of the messages on this general information line.
#4 Shelter Building/Facility Reservation Information:
The "how to" of reservations for pavilion, shelter buildings, ballfields, skating rinks or picnic kits. Subject to the season of
the year, information about the facilities available for reservations will be recorded.
#5 Registration Information:
Date, time, location for the start of registration each quarter. Information about class openings or available space will be
provided from time to time.
#6
Youth Athletic Association Information:
The hotline telephone numbers for youth athletics are provided as a service to the community.
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'S UM lER IN THE PARK - 5 & 6 YEAR OLDS
MORNING SITE
Children ages 5 & 6 are invited to a program designed
specifically for their needs. The program is an introduction to
the Summer in the park program for older children, however
emphasis will be on the needs of 5 and 6 year olds.
The program runs Monday through Thursday mornings.
Field trips will not be offered for this group. Instead,
Thursdays will be special event days at the program site. The
last day will feature a finale Pizza Party.
Children must be five or six years old by June 15, 1992.
Preregistration is required. Group size is limited.
DATES: Monday -Thursday June 15 - July 30, 1992
(No program on June 24, 1992)
TIME: 9:00 - 11:30 A.M.
LOCATION: Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Rd.
FEE: $10.00 per child
TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration
procedure on Page 6
AFTERNOON SITE
Activities will be the same as the Summer in the Park
for 5 & 6 year old morning program, except the program
runs from 1:00 - 3:30 P.M. Pre -registration is required.
Group size is limited.
DATES: Monday - Thursday June 15 - July 30, 1992
(No program on June 24, 1992)
TIME: 1:00 - 3:30 P.M.
LOCATION: Goat Hill Park, 4391 Lexington Avenue
FEE: $10.00 per child
TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration
procedure on Page 6.
SUMMER FINALE PIZZA PARTY
*Pizza, beverage and special games and activities to say goodbye to Summer in the Park
DATE: Thursday, July 30, 1992
LOCATION: Sky Hill:
Goat Hill:
FEE: $2.50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
9:00 - 11:30 A.M.
1:00 - 3:30 P.M.
Monday, July 27, 1992
EAGANETTES
In Eaganettes, boys and girls ages 5-16 will experience dance, jazz, movement and choreographed routines through music.
Marching in the 4th of July Parade and a year end recital (dress rehearsal is Wednesday, July 29, 6:30 P.M.) are highlights of the
program. The recital is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 1992. A great program for improving rhythm, increasing coordination,
poise and creativity. Registration will be held at the Eagan Municipal Center only.
Eaganettes T-shirts will be worn for both the parade and recital. The same shirts will be used as in 1991. *If ordering a
T-shirt, please indicate size when registering. Sizes are: Youth S (6-8), M (10-12), L (14-16), Adult: S, M, L, XL.
DATES: June 15 - July 30, 1992
TIMES: Mondays & Wednesd : ys
Section 1: Ages 5-7 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
Section 2: Ages 8-12 2:00 - 3:30 P.M.
Section 3: Ages 13-16 2:00 - 3:30 P.M.
Tuesdays & Thursd . ys
Section 4: Ages 5-7 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
Section 5: Ages 8-12 2:00 - 3:30 P.M.
LOCATION: Deerwood Elem. School Gym, 1480 Deerwood Drive
FEE;
$25.00 without Eaganettes T-shirt
$30.00 with Eaganettes T-shirt
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 10, 1992
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SUMMER RUN DA Y,
Youth and teens are encouraged to participate in a fun program designed especially for them. Field trips to various locations
around the Twin Cities are what make this program exciting. The program is supervised by trained staff and is an opportunity for
friends to get together for a funfilled day. Sign up for one or all events.
Registration will begin on May 16 at the Eagan Municipal Center. Pre -registration and parent or guardian permission slips are
required
*Please note age range on each trip and indicate pickup point when registering.
BEAVER MOUNTAIN
Come to Beaver Mt. in Burnsville to enjoy a wonderful
day of mini-golfmg and watersliding. Don't miss the NEW
SPEED SLIDE! Make sure you bring or wear a swimsuit
and towel. Participants should pack a bag lunch or bring
extra money to buy lunch. This trip is for youth and teens
ages 8 - 15.
DATE: Friday, June 19, 1992
TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Eagan Town Centre 8:15 AM 1:45 PM
(by Hallmark)
FEE: $11.00 (includes 1 round of mini -golf, 3 hours of
unlimited waterslide, the NEW speed slide,
supervision and transportation)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Thursday, June 11, 1992
SUMMER BEACH FUN
Hang out with your friends as we travel to Cleary Lake
Park in Prior Lake. We will have a Barbecue with hot dogs,
chips, pop and other munchies. Swimming, sand volleyball,
frisbees and more picnic type games will be played. You can
rent roller blades or bring your own. Grab your friends and
join us for a fun day in the sun. Don't forget your swimsuit
and towel - and extra money too!
This trip is for Youth and Teens, ages 11 - 15.
DATE: Friday, July 17, 1992
TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Eagan Towne Centre
(by Hallmark)
10:00 AM 3:00 PM
FEE: $5.50/person (includes transportation, supervision,
swimming, lunch and picnic activities)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: 4:00 P.M. on Friday, July 10, 1992
TUBING THE APPLE RIVER
HORSEBACK RIDING
Get out your cowboy boots and hat for a morning of
horseback riding at the Diamond -T Ranch in Eagan. A
picnic lunch (2 hot dogs, chips, and a drink) and games
will follow at Jensen Lake in Eagan. Join us for a real
western day! This trip is for youth and teens ages 10-16.
DATE: Friday, June 26, 1992
TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Eagan Town Centre 10:30 AM 2:15 PM
(by Hallmark)
FEE: $19.75 (includes horseback ride, picnic lunch,
transportation and supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 17, 1992
WAVE POOL
The Wave Pool at Bunker Hills Regional Park provides
the latest in water recreation. A computerized machine
creates a current of air that can generate 4 styles of waves
up to 4 feet high. The depth of the pool ranges from 1 inch
to 6 feet. Please note: cut-offs, T-shirts or jewelry are not
allowed in the pool. Bring extra money for the concession
stand. Food is not allowed in the pool area. Tube rental is
$2.00 for 2-1/2 hours. Lockers are available for an extra
fee. This trip is for youth and teens 11-15 years of age.
DATE: Friday, July 31, 1992
TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Eagan Town Centre
(by Hallmark)
FEE: $9.00 per person (plus tube rental)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, July 24, 1992
8:45 AM 4:00 PM
What a way to beat the heat. Enjoy the cool flowing fun of floating down the Apple River. Round up your friends for this
exciting tubing trek included in this extravaganza is one free ride down the the River's Edge giant water slide. Don't forget
your old tennis shoes, swim suits and suntan lotion. (Make sure to bring a bag lunch or money to buy refreshments.) This trip is
for Youth and Teens ages 11-15!
DATE: Friday, August 7, 1992
FEE: $12.00
TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Departs Returns
Eagan Town Centre (by Hallmark) 9:30 AM 4:30 PM
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 31, 4:00 PM
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I P FIELD RIFF 'AND SPECIAL EVENT
The following trips and special events are for children who have completed Kindergarten through Age 12 who attend
Summer in the Park. Children who have not completed Kindergarten are too young to participate in the field trips that have been
selected for Summer in the Park
The trips are supervised by Summer in the Park staff. Registrations will be taken at the Eagan Municipal Center only. (See
registration procedures). Money will not be accepted at the park site. Bus pickup points are at each Summer in the park
location.
All trips are scheduled between 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. with the exception of the Minnesota Twins game. Bus times are between
12:30 - 1:00 P.M. and will be determined after the registration deadline. Call 681-4670 on Tuesdays (after 3:00 P.M.) before the
field trip for bus times.
When registering, please specify which park site your child will be attending.
SPECIAL NOTES:
1. Two Summer in the Park locations will be open on field trips taken outside of Eagan. See "SIP field trip option sites".
2. Registration deadline for all field trips is Monday, June 15, 1992 at 4:00 P.M. unless otherwise noted.
3. Registrations are taken first come, first serve.
4. Space is limited on some of the field trips, therefore, registration deadlines will be strictly enforced.
5. Volunteer chaperones are needed for field trips. If you are 15 years of age or older and interested in chaperoning, please
call the Parks and Recreation Department at 681-4660. Volunteers will be admitted to the field trip at no cost to them.
Come and spend an afternoon with the youth of Eagan.
CIRCUS ARCADE - BURNSVILLE
DATE: Thursday, June 18, 1992
FEE: $6.50 (includes beverage, sundae, and
15 game tokens)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 1992
MINNESOTA TWINS GAME
Join us for Parks and Recreation day as the World
Champion Minnesota Twins take on the California Angels.
All kids should wear a yellow colored T-shirt so that
everyone will know we're from Eagan.
Space is limited, sign up early!
SPECIAL NOTES:
1. Bus pickup times will begin at 10:30 A.M. and
return around 4:15 P.M.
2. Volunteer chaperones are needed. Please call
681-4660 if interested.
3. Bring a bag lunch to eat on the bus or extra money
to purchase food at the Metrodome.
DATE: Wednesday, June 24, 1992
FEE: $6.00 (includes admission, bus transportation &
supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 1992
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SPECIAL EVENT DAY
A special day is planned for each individual park Go
to your Summer in the Park afternoon site and be ready for
fun.
DATE: Thursday, June 25, 1992
TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 P.M.
LOCATIONS: Blackhawk Park
Northview Park
Rahn Park
Sky Hill Park
FEE: Free!
Evergreen Park
Quarry Park
Ridgecliff Park
Walnut Hill Park
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 1992
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EXTRA SPECIAL EVENT DAY
An extra special day will be planned by participants
and staff at each individual park. Go to your Summer in
the Park afternoon site and be ready for fun.
DATE: Thursday, July 2, 1992
TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 P.M.
LOCATIONS: Blackhawk Park Rahn Park
Evergreen Park Ridgecliff Park
Northview Park Sky Hill Park
Quarry Park Walnut Hill Park
FEE: $2.50
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 1992
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SKATEVILLE - BURNSVILLE
An afternoon of rollerskating!
DATE: Thursday, July 9, 1992
FEE: $4.00 (includes admission, skate rental,
transportation and supervision)
*Optional - Bring extra money for snacks
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 1992
BEACH PARTY BLAST WITH
BOB THE BEACHCOMBER
Wear your hottest shades and your wildest clothes.
We'll have a BBQ lunch followed by a special children's
show by "Bob the Beachcomber and his friends". Trapp
Farm Park will be the site of this "blast". Children will
be bused from their Summer in the Park location to
Trapp Farm Park.
DATE: Thursday, July 23, 1992
FEE: $5.00 (includes lunch, entertainment, prizes,
fun, transportation and supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Friday, July 17, 1992
BOWLING
An afternoon of bowling at Cedarvale Lane
DATE: Thursday, July 16, 1992
FEE: $5.00 (includes 2 games of bowling, shoe rental,
transportation, supervision)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 1992
NOTE: Space is limited! Registrations will be accepted
on a first come, first serve basis.
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SUMMER FINALE PIZZA PARTY
Pizza, beverage and special games and activities to say
good-bye to Summer in the Park at each individual site.
NOTE: South Oaks and Bridle Ridge will have their Pizza
Party from 9:00 - 11:30 A.M. All other sites will
be from 1:00 - 4:00 P.M.
DATE: Thursday, July 30, 1992
FEE: $2.50
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, July 27 at 4:00 P.M.
S.I.P. FIELD TRIP OPTION SITESW...
An alternative to going on field trips is now available for Summer in the Park (SIP) participants. Two sites; Northview Park
and Rahn Park will be staffed for children who do not wish to participate in field trips. Activities will be conducted just like
other SIP days. Sites will be open only on the four dates listed below.
Space is limited. Pre -registration is required on a first come, first serve, space available basis.
No additional fee is required.
DATES: Thursday, June 18, 1992 Wednesday, June 24, 1992
Thursday, July 9, 1992 Thursday, July 16, 1992
TIMES: 1:00 - 4:00 P.M.
LOCATIONS: Northview Park, 980 Northview Park Road
Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive
FEE: No additional fee required. Participant must be registered for Summer in the Park.
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Monday, June 15, 1992
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SLIMMER IN THE
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registrations will be accepted at the Eagan Municipal Center only. Registrations will not be accepted at the individual park sites.
SPECIAL NOTES:
1. A fee of $10.00 per child is charged for Summer in the Park.
2. A service fee of $2.00 is charged for changes to registrations already completed. Please make sure you choose the correct
program location.
3. A change must be submitted in person. Telephone requests can not be accepted.
4. Child must be pre -registered by a parent or guardian.
5. You may register in the following ways:
*** Saturday, May 16, 1992 from 8:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. is the opening date for registration of all summer programs.
*** A special evening registration for summer programs will be held on May 18 and June 10 from 4:30 - 7:00 P.M. at the
Municipal Center.
*** Use the mail -in registration form found on page 18.
*** Use the Municipal Center drop box.
SUMMER IN THE PARK MORNING SITES
Activities will be the same as at the afternoon sites, except the program runs Monday - Thursday from 9:00 - 11:30 A.M. with
field trips on most Thursday afternoons.
DATES: Monday - Thursday
June 15 - July 30, 1992 (no program on June 24 due to the Twins game)
TIME: 9:00 - 11:30 A.M.
FEE: $10.00 per child
LOCATIONS: Bridle Ridge Park, 3990 Elrene Rd.
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TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration
South Oaks Park, 675 N. Hay Lake Rd. procedure on Page 6.
SUMMER IN THE PARK AFTERNOON SITES
Children who have completed Kindergarten through age 12 are invited to participate in a program designed especially for them.
Some activities planned are sports and games, crafts, relays, nature awareness, special events and field trips.
The program runs Monday through Wednesday from 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. with field trips and special events on most Thursday
afternoons. The program fee is $10.00 per participant for the entire summer. (Scholarships assistance is available)
Field trips are scheduled to places such as Circus Arcade, Rollerskating and the Minnesota Twins Game. The highlight of the
summer is the Picnic in the Park at Trapp Farm Park. All playground sites get together for an afternoon of entertainment, fun, food
and friendships.
The program is led by trained creative staff who put some added fun into an otherwise "boring" day. Come and spend an
afternoon with your friends!
SPECIAL NOTES:
1. In the event of rain, sites with a shelter will go on as planned. If in doubt, call Recreation Happenings at 681-4670, #1.
2. On days field trips are taken outside of Eagan, two alternative SIP sites will be open. See information listed under field trips.
3. Pre -registration is required.
DATES: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
June 15 - July 30, 1992 (No program on June 24, 1992 due to Twins Game)
TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 P.M.
LOCATIONS: Blackhawk Park, Riverton Avenue & Palisade Way
Evergreen Park, 4359 Lodgepole Drive
Northview Park, 980 Northview Park Road
Quarry Park, 3340 Coachman Road
Rahn Park, 4425 Sandstone Drive
Ridgecliff Park, 1750 Covington Lane
Sky Hill Park, 3590 Blue Cross Road
Walnut Hill Park, 999 Wilderness Run Road
TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration information on Page 6.
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FEE:
$10.00 per child
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: June 11, 1992
WAGONFUL O'FUN
A mobile "Wagonful O' un" visits neighborhood parks from June 15 - July 30, 1992. The Playwagon is an opportunity for
children who have completed Kindergarten through age 12 to get together with friends and participate in activities designed
especially for them. Among the activities planned are sports and games, crafts, relays and special events.
Talent shows, water days, and mini -Olympics are among the special events planned.
Children are invited to attend the Summer in the Park field trips on most Thursday afternoons.
Park locations. No bus pick up will be made at Playwagon locations.
Come and join us for fun and games led by trained staff.
Pre -registration is required.
DATES: June 15 - July 30, 1992 (no program on June 24th)
TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
9:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.
Mondays: Kettle Park, 4700 Rahn Road
Tuesdays: Oak Chase Park, 440 Oak Chase Road
Wednesdays: Lexington Park, 1030 McKee Street
Thursdays: Cedar Pond Park, 2070 Gamet Lane
1:00 - 3:30 P.M.
Mondays:
Tuesdays:
Wednesdays:
Pick up points are Summer in the
George Ohmann Park, 4730 Pebble Beach Way
Lakeside Park, 559 Atlantic Hills Drive
Bur Oaks Park, Rolling Hills Drive & Hwy 149
FEE: $5.00 per child
TO REGISTER: See Summer in the Park registration procedure on Page 6.
SHELTER BUILDING RESERVATIONS
Do you need a site for a special club meeting or event?
The shelters at Bridle Ridge, Sky Hill, Goat Hill, Quarry and
Trapp Farm Parks are available for use by the community.
The attractive and comfortable buildings will accommodate
30 - 40 people. Electricity, hot and cold running water and
restrooms are features in all facilities. Trapp Farm's shelter
also has a fireplace which adds a special atmosphere.
A fee of $60.00 is charged for 1/2 day; $85.00 for a full
day's use of these facilities. A $150.00 damage deposit is
required. Parks and Recreation conducts programs at the
shelter buildings during various seasons of the year.
Reservations are not accepted during the hours of public
activity.
SUN SHELTERS:
O'Leary and Walnut Hill Parks offer Sun shelters, sized
for 15 - 20 picnickers. A fee of $25.00 is charged for a sun
shelter reservation.
To reserve one of the shelters for your special events:
1. Call Parks and Recreation 681-4660, at least three
weeks prior to the date of the event.
2. Reservation inquiries for a particular calendar year will
be accepted after January 1 of that year.
3. Availability of the shelter will be verified.
4. The reservation will be recorded upon receipt of fees.
Fees are due within 48 hours of the initial inquiry.
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PICNIC PAVILIONS
The picnic pavilion at Trapp Farm Park features a covered
space, yet it's openness creates the feeling of being close to the
trees and the water of Schwanz I ake.
The Thomas I ake pavilion features similar openness and the
room to spread out. The feeling of seclusion is surprising in
our suburban setting.
The pavilions will accommodate groups as large as 150
people. Picnic necessities such as water and electricity are
available in the pavilion. Restroom facilities are nearby.
Events can be planned for half or full days. Half day time
blocks run from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. or 5:00 P.M. to 10:00
P.M. Activities which overlap either of the time periods will be
considered full day.
Reservations are accepted for weekday and weekend events.
The fee is $60.00 per half day or $85.00 fora frill day. A
damage deposit of $150.00 is required.
To reserve a pavilion:
1. Call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 at least three
weeks prior to the date of the event.
2. Reservation inquiries for a particular calendar year will be
accepted after January 1 of that year.
3. Availability of the pavilion will be verified.
4. The reservation will be recorded upon receipt of fees:
Fees are due within 48 hours of the initial inquiry.
PRESCHOOL ' TI ITIE .....
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.
Children should dress in play clothes for indoor . and
outdoor activities. A great way for your child to form new
friendships and socialize with other children. Pre -registration is
required. Group size is limited. Child must be 3, 4 or 5 years
old by June 15, 1992.
DATES: June 15 - July 30, 1992 (No class on June 24)
TIME: 9:30 - 11:30 A.M.
FEE: $50.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 10, 1992
LOCATIONS:
Goat Bill Park Building
4391 Lexington Avenue
Section 1: Mon & Wed
Section 2: Tues & Thurs
Rahn Park Building
4425 Sandstone Drive
Section 3: Mon & Wed
Section 4: Tues & Thurs
GAMES KIDS PLAY
Four and five year olds will experience relays, circle
games, physical fitness and game activities designed especially
for them. The class will include exposure to soccer, softball
and T -ball skills, as well as parachute play. Warm up games
will be played with an emphasis on basics, such as bouncing,
throwing, 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 June 15, 1992.
Space is limited and pre -registration is required.
DATES AND TIMES:
Section 1: Mon & Wed
10:00-11:00 A.M.
Section 2: Mon & Wed
11:00 -Noon
Section 3: Tues & Thurs
9:00 - 10:00 A.M.
June 15 - July 29, 1992
(No class on June 24)
June 15 - July 29, 1992
(No class on June 24)
June 16 - July 30, 1992
LOCATION: Deerwood Elementary School Gym
1480 Deerwood Drive
FEE: $20.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 10, 1992
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FITNESS & FUN FOR 3 YEAR OLDS
Three year olds will experience stunts and tumbling,
creative play, game activities, physical fitness and more
activities designed especially for them. The class will
include exposure to and practice with nerf balls, playground
balls, T -ball skills, 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 June 15, 1992.
Space is limited and pre -registration is required.
DATES AND TIMES:
Section 1: Mon & Wed June 15 - July 29, 1992
9:00 - 9:45 A.M. (No class on June 24, 1992)
Section 2: Tues & Thurs June 16 - July 30, 1992
10:00 - 10:45 A.M.
Section 3: Tues & Thurs June 16 - July 30, 1992
11:00 - 11:45 A.M.
LOCATION: Deerwood Elementary School Gym
1480 Deerwood Drive
FEE: $20.00
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 10, 1992
PRE-SCHOOL MOVEMENT
Boys and girls ages three and four will discover the fun
of movement in new and different ways. The children will
experience bouncing, galloping, hopping, skipping and other
exercises set to music. An excellent program to help
develop balance, coordination and flexibility.
Pre -registration is. required. Class size is limited.
Children should dress in tennis shoes and clothes that allow
movement. Child must be 3 by June 15, 1992
This is a child/instructor class only. A parents day will
be held on the last day.
DATES: Mon. & Wed. June 15 - July 29, 1992
TIMES: Section 1:
Section 2:
Section 3:
9:00 - 10:00 A.M.
10:00 - 11:00 A.M.
11:00 - Noon
LOCATION: Deerwood Elementary School Gym
1480 Deerwood Drive
FEE: $20.00
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Wednesday, June 10, 1992
CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS
Stimulate your child's imagination through stories, art,
finger plays and movement activities. Discover the
wonderful world of imagination for three, four and five
year olds. Each week children will have the opportunity to
develop creativity, independence and self-confidence.
This is a child/instructor class only. Space is limited
and pre -registration is required. Child must be 3, 4 or 5
years old by July 6, 1992.
DATES: Week 1:
Week 2:
Week 3:
July 6-10, 1992
Bears,.Bears, Bears!
July 13-17, 1992
Dinosaurs; Facts and Fun
July 20-24, 1992
Vacation Fun!
TIMES: Section I: 12:30 - 1:30 P.M.
Section II: 1:45 - 2:45 P.M.
LOCATION: Bridle Ridge Park
3990 Elrene Road
FEE: $15.00 per week
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE: Wednesday, July 1, 1992
BABYSITTING/LATCH KEY CLINIC
The Eagan Women's Fire Auxiliary and the
Department of Parks and Recreation co-sponsor baby
sitting/latch key clinics. Boys and girls ages 10 and older
are encouraged to participate.
The clinic covers the "how to" of baby sitting,
including age appropriate game activities. An awareness
of safety concerns will be fostered. First aid will be
emphasized. The latch key portion covers safety concerns
for a child being home alone.
A light lunch will be served to the class participants.
Space is limited and pre -registration is required.
DATE: Saturday, June 6, 1992
TIME: 9:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
LOCATION: Community Room
Fire Administration Bldg.
3795 Piot Knob Road
FEE: $7.50
REGISTRATION
DEADLINES: 4:00 P.M., May 29, 1992
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INSTRUCTIONAL T -BALL
FOR 5 YEAR OLDS
This basic instructional program is for boys and girls who
are 5 years old by June 15. Children will learn the skills of:
throwing a ball, catching a ball, running the bases, correct
batting techniques and the basics of the game. These
fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the development
of baseball and/or softball players. The main emphasis is on
FUN instruction in a non-competitive atmosphere.
Please Note: Scrimmages may be played during the last 2
weeks of the program. Times may vary between 9:00 A.M. -
Noon. Schedules will be sent home with each child.
DATES: June 15 - July 30, 1992
(No program on June 24)
TIMES: Section 1: Mondays & Wednesdays
9:30 - 10:15 A.M.
Section 2: Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:45 - 11:30 A.M.
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Elementary Fields
4350 Thomas Take Road
FEE: $25.00 includes a T-shirt
(Please indicate size at registration)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 8, 1992
INSTRUCTIONAL T -BALL
FOR 6 AND 7 YEAR OLDS
Instructional T -ball is for boys and girls ages 6 & 7 only.
Children will learn the skills of: throwing a ball, catching a
ball, running the bases, following directions and correct
batting techniques and the basics of the game. These
fundamental skills are the first steps needed in the
development of baseball and/or softball players. The main
emphasis is on FUN instruction, in A non-competitive
atmosphere.
Please Note: Scrimmages may be played during the last
2 weeks of the program. Times may vary between 9:00 AM
- Noon. Schedules will be sent home with each child.
DATES: June 15 - July 30, 1992
(No program on June 24)
TIMES: Section L Mondays & Wednesdays
10:30 - 11:30 A.M.
Section 2: Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:30 - 10:30 A.M.
LOCATION: Thomas Lake Elementary Fields
4350 Thomas Lake Road
FEE: $25.00 includes a T-shirt
(Please indicate size at registration)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, June 8, 1992
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EVENING IN THE PARK
Cedar Pond Park and Trapp Farm Park will once again host the
Summer Evening In the Park series of family entertainment. On
Wednesday evenings, beginning at 7:00 P.M., the fun begins. Bring a
blanket or lawn chair and settle back and enjoy the events.
***June 24: (Trapp Farm Park) Teddy Bear Band
The Teddy Bear Band is a hit with the "little ones". Come prepared
to clap and move to the music. Don't forget your teddy bear! The
whole family will enjoy this show.
***July 1: (Cedar Pond Park) "STORYBOUND" with Sean Brown
Storytelling, audience participation, humor and fun for all are
promised at this show. Be prepared to have a good time!
***July 8: (Trapp Farm Park) Tricia and the TOONS
"Great entertainment for great kids"! Music with puppets are in
store. Gather up the whole family for this event.
***July 15: (Trapp Farm Park) Kidsong & Company, Inc.
A favorite group from last summer returns. Children and adults
alike will enjoy the humor, imagination and energy radiating from
the stage. Be prepared to have a clapping good time.
***July 22: (Cedar Pond Park) Greensleeves (Food shelf donation)
Magic tricks! Do you like to be surprised? See if you can discover
the magician's secrets. Bring the whole family, and enjoy. Please
bring a non-perishable food item for the food shelf.
***July 29: (Cedar Pond Park) Apple Valley Puppeteers
Our puppet friends return with another fantastic show for family
fun.
***August 5: (Cedar Pond Park) Dakota Community Band
The areas new community band appears in concert. Come and
listen to the music.
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KIDS FISHING DERBY
Let's go fishing during National Fishing Week!
Parks and Recreation hosts the Fourth Annual Kids Fishing
Derby on Saturday, June 6, 9:00 A.M. Noon at Fish Lake. Park.
On site registration begins at 9:00 A.M., - sharp. Fishing runs
from 9:30 - 11:30 A.M.
Toddler and children through age 16, are invited to participate.
Parents are encouraged to assist the youngest anglers. All fishing
will be done from the pier, the dock, or from shore.
The casting contest returns as a feature of the derby.
"Awards", appropriate to the elusive Sunnies and Crappies found in
Fish Lake, and for the casting contest are planned. Each
participant will receive a memento.
Please call Parks and Recreation at 681-4660 to preregister your
child. The official registration will be held beginning at 9:00 A.M.
at the park. Volunteers are needed to assist to conduct this event.
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MOVIES IN THE PARK
Eagan's only outdoor sit-in movie theater returns
with three great evenings of sunset cinema. Get cozy
on the slope behind the Trapp Farm Park shelter
building and enjoy the show! Bring your blanket,
friends, family and bug repellent. The reels roll at
dusk. Mark these dates on your calendar. No
registration required and no charge for the movies.
Movies will be shown inside the shelter on rainy
evenings.
MONDAY JUNE 15****
"Adventure Sports Night" - 9:15 P.M.
Exciting action as a collection of thrill sports flash
before your eyes in:
"Free Ride" "Sports Odyssey"
"Dawn Flight" "Floating Free"
MONDAY, JULY 13****
"Makin' Movies" - 9:15 P.M.
See how "Star Wars" was filmed and all of its special
effects. Laugh at the out takes edited from the
shooting of a low budget film. Split your sides as you
enjoy the spoof of Star Wars called, "Hardware Wars".
MONDAY, AUGUST 10****
"Children's Choice" - 8:45 P.M.
Enjoy the animated story of the "Dinosaur Who
Wondered Who He Was." "Really Rosie", by Carole
King, has Rosie and her friends starring in a
make-believe movie covering numbers, the alphabet
and caring. Find out what happens to the land of the
Truffula trees in Dr. Seuss' "Lorax".
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GROUNDPOUNDERS GRAND PRIX
RUNNING SERIES
The Groundpounders Grand Prix is a series of
prestigious runs sponsored by the Apple Valley,
Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville, Rosemount
and Savage Parks & Recreation Departments.
Awards will be presented to the top five qualified
fmishers in the various age categories (male &
female). Short and long runs are available at each
race. The kick-off race was held in Eagan on May
2, 1992. Listed below are the dates of the remainder
of the series. For more information call the number
listed after each community, or the Eagan Parks and
Recreation Department at 681-4660.
Farmington Dew Run
Saturday, June 27, 1992 463-7111
Lakeville Pan-O-Prog Race
Saturday, July 11, 1992 469-4431
Rosemount "Run for the Gold"
Saturday, July 18, 1992 423-4415
Savage Heritage Days Fun Run
Saturday, August 8, 1992 890-1045
Burnsville Fire Muster
Saturday, September 12, 1992 895-4500
Valleywood Fore by Four Fun Run
Sunday, October 25, 1992 431-8855
WALKERS WONDERLAND
Put those feet to the street and develop
friends, fitness and fun! A variety of
activities are being created to meet your
interests.
Incentive Program
To encourage your regular walking
program an incentive program is available to
offer awards for milestones reached.
50 miles - Button
100 miles - Visor
200 miles - T-shirt
500 miles - Pedometer
To register, call 681-4660. Currently,
there is no charge for these awards. Parks
and Recreation will keep track of your
walking total.
Weekly Walks
Join fellow strutters whenever you can on
Mondays, at 6:15 P.M., beginning at the
Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot Knob Road.
Pace and distance are up to you!
Simla! Events
Sunday, June 7 Lebanon Hills
Meet in the parking lot east off of Pilot
Knob Road (about 3/4 of a mile south of
Cliff Road) and hike through the wooded
beauty of this Dakota County Park. Meet at
4:00 P.M. and gather for a bring -your -own
picnic afterwards.
Sunday, July 19 Dodge Nature Center
Explore the natural beauty of the nearby
preserve. Carpool from the Municipal
Center at 3:00 P.M. and return around 5:00
P.M.
Sunday, August 23 Ridgecliff Park
Take a hike through residential and
commercial areas with a stop for frozen
treats along the way. Meet at Ridgecliff
Park, 1750 Covington Lane at 6:00 P.M. and
be done around 8:00 P.M.
Monthly Meetings
Bring your ideas to help the group offer
what you're interested in. The third Monday
of each month is set aside for planning,
awards and socializing. Done in conjunction
with the Bicycle Club, many fun ideas are
cultivated, May 18, June 15, July 20 and
August 17.
BICYCLE BONANZA
Join in on all the fun and fitness with fellow cyclists of all ages, interests
and abilities! Regular and special events are planned to create opportunities
for everyone!
INCENTIVE PROGRAM
Earn awards as you peddle past milestones. Currently, all awards are
available at no cost.
50 miles - Button
100 miles - Visor
500 miles - T-shirt
1000 miles - Bike accessory
Call 681-4660 to register. Then call in your mileage regularly to reach
your goals.
WEEKLY RIDES
Two opportunities a week are available to encourage keeping a regular
program going or to just get out once in awhile to see the sights and meet
fellow cyclists.
Saturdays: 9:15 AM - Eagan Municipal Center
Wednesdays: 6:15 PM - Eagan Municipal Center
(Travel at your own spped as far as you would care to go)
SPECIAL EVENTS
SUNDAY, MAY 10
Bike from the Eagan Municipal Center to Fort Snelling! 12:00 Noon -
4:00 PM (approximately. Adults $3.00/Youth $1.00 admission to Fort
Snelling.
SATURDAY, JUNE 27
Travel to Hastings and back, approximately 40 miles round trip; 9:15
AM to 3:30 PM. Lunch on your own in Hastings.
SUNDAY, JULY 19
Aquatennial City of Lakes Ride. Sponsored by American Youth
Hostels. Starting near Minnehaha Falls between 8:00 AM and 10:00
AM, choose between a 25 or 30 mile course. Ride at your own pace.
Car pool from Eagan or meet the group in Minneapolis. A gorgeous
ride along the parkways and around the lakes.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15
Cannon Valley Trail. Caravan down to Red Wing to enjoy the trail set
alongside the Cannon River, 40 miles round-trip or any distance under.
Scenic surroundings and rest stops along the way. Leave Eagan by
motorized transportation at 9:15 AM. Return by 5:00 PM or whenever
you desire
BICYCLE CLUB MEETINGS
The third Monday of each month is set aside for the combined Bike and
Walk Clubs. Meetings are held at the Eagan Municipal Center, 3830 Pilot
Knob Road at 7:00 PM. Plans for future activities are discussed, awards
given out and ideas shared. There's no cost to join...May 18, June 15, July
20 and August 17.
OTHER EVENTS
The following is a listing of other events you may be interested in:
Clear Air Bike Festival, Saturday, May 16
Great River Ride, May 29-31
Bike Tour of the Lakes, June 5-7, Brainerd
Midnight to Dawn Special, June 6, Minneapolis
MS 50, June 13-14, White Bear Lake to Duluth
MS 100, June 20-21, Southern Minnesota
KARE-11 Bike Classic, June 20-21, Minneapolis
Olympic Track Trails, June 23-28, Blain
Tour of Saints, July 12, Collegeville
Tour de French, August 29
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PARKS
AND
RECREATION
1992
SUMMER
PROGRAMS
CITY OF EAGAN
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
681-4660
Eagan is
Naturally Rich
in Lakes and Wetlands,.
However, "Dake Bandits are Now lobbing,
Eagan's Lakes -and Ponds of their Health.
Just who are these
"Lake Bandits?"
Surprisingly,they're folks just like
you and me. And they don't realize what
they're doing is harming Eagan's lakes, ponds,
and -wetlands. In fact, we found that most
residents and businesses simply don't recognize
the impact of grass clippings, leaves, or
improperly applied fertilizers on the health of
Eagan's lakes and ponds.
FIRST WE NEED TO UNDERSTAND HOW WE CAN LOSE
OUR LAKES AND PONDS IN EAGAN.
Phosphorus is the Culprit. The Storm Sewer Connection.
High -levels of phosphorus mean a sick lake where game -
fish die during the winter, and excessive weeds and mats
of algae can foul the water for boaters, canoeists,
swimmers, and lake -shore residents. It also means that our
lakes fill in with dead vegetation faster than they should.
Here are some of the materials in an urban environment
that contain phosphorus and other pollutants:
• Grass Clippings • Leaves
• Fertilizers
• Chemicals
• Motor Oil
• Soaps & Detergents
• Eroded Topsoil
• Pet Wastes
• Paints & Solvents
• Anti -Freeze
"What goes in, comes out." Unlike the _City's sanitary
sewer system that carries away household waste water,
there are no treatment plants to -remove -pollutants
from water in a city's storm sewer system.
When phosphorus -containing materials are washed by
rainfall or blown unto our neighborhood streets,
driveways, or parking lots, they quickly flow into the
nearest storm water drain along the street. Then these
pollutants are carried through the underground pipes
of the storm sewer system into our lakes and, ponds:
And phosphorus, "the unwanted culprit," becomes
fuel for the growth of unwanted weeds and algae.
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"It's amazing, but just one pound of phospborus cangrow 500 pounds of algae in our lakes and ponds."
RICHBRASCH
Water Resources Coordinator,
City of Eagan.
With over 10 years of water resources
experience, Rich Brasch joined Eagan's
City Staff in December, 1990 after
directing several water management
efforts in the State of Montana. He
holds a Master's Degree in Water
Resources Management from the
University of Wisconsin at Madison.
"I'm deputizing you to help protect
Eagan's lakes and wetlands."
Doesn't blowgrass clippings and Uses phosphorus free detergents for
Reminds his father not to dispose of oil Convinced parents to keep fertilizer off the
or paint in the street orgutter. driveway and sidewalks.
HERE'S HOW YOU CAN HELP PROTECT THE
375 LAKES AND PONDS IN EAGAN.
Because City staff resources are limited, we'd like you to become an "Honorary Water Quality Deputy" too. And, it's
easy for residents and businesses to help improve the quality of Eagan's lakes and ponds.
Keep grass clippings, leaves, pet
wastes, and fertilizers off all sidewalks,
driveways, and streets - so they don't
wash into the storm sewer drain and
into our lakes.
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Whether you use a
commercial service or
e*- do your own lawn care,
make sure you use low
Nil�y��„y;�; I; 'y;, nu,or no phosphorus
fertilizers. And go easy
on fertilizers and pesticides because
rain can wash chemicals off lawns and
carry them into lakes and ponds.
Don't dispose of car oil, pesticides., Don't locate compost piles near a .
paints, solvents, or other
shoreline because- decaying grass ],�
clippings and leaves will increase
household chemicals in the ”"
f l�`� phosphorus levels imponds. And,
street, gutter, or on your �i unlandscaped property should be Q
lawn because they'll stabilized through seeding or s
eventuallybcarried
e � � sodding to prevent topsoil erosion - _ to our lakes. into the storm sewer system and
into our lakes.
Facts about Eagan's lakes.
• There are 375 lakes, ponds, and wetlands larger than.one acre in Eagan.
• Over 80% of these lakes and ponds receive pollutant runoff from the City's; storm sewer-. system.
•Fish Lake is the deepest lake in Eagan with a maximum depth of 33 feet.
• Thomas Lake is the largest lake, covering almost 44 acres. ,
• Fish, Carlson, and Schwanz Lakes are stocked with largemouth bass and panfish-by the Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources.
•-Heine Pond has a naturally reproducing population of bass and bluegills.
• Poor in -lake water quality has contributed to numerous fish kills in Eagan's lakes during the past several years.
• Schwartz Lake in Trapp Farm Park receives eight times as much phosphorus today as it did before the area was developed
residentially:
• Just one pound of phosphorus can result in the growth of up to 500 pounds of algae,
• The City has prioritized water quality efforts for Schwanz, Fish, Heine, Blackhawk, LeMay, and Thomas Lakes — yet only Heine
,Pond meets water_ quality standards today.
ONE OF THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE MUNICIPAL
WATER QUALITY PLANS IN THE ENTIRE STATE.
Listening to the concerns of Eagan residents, the City Council formed a Task Force in 1987 to take a hard look at water
quality. The result was a Comprehensive Water Quality Management Plan that puts Eagan at the forefront of an
environmental issue that other cities in the metro area will have to face in the next few years. The key to reaching the
goals of the plan is this: by controlling the quality of water runoff, Eagan and its residents can improve the quality of
many of its lakes and ponds. Here are some of the actions called for in the plan:
• Working with developers to include water quality protection features in new developments
• Public education for adults and children
• More frequent street sweeping
• Use of low and no phosphorus fertilizer for City parks and other City property
• Expanded storm sewer system maintenance and improvement
• Lake restoration
• Long-term water quality sampling for lakes and runoff
The City would like to answer your questions Call us at 681-4300.
Thomas Egan, Mayor^
Council Memben.
Pat Awada
Pamela McCrea -
Timothy Pawlenty
Theodore Wachter
Thomas Hedges, City Administrator
Thomas Colbert, Director of Public Works
Kenneth Vraa, Director of Parks & Recreation
John VonDeLinde, Superintendent of Parks
Rich Brasch, Water Resources Coordinator
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3830 Pilot Knob Road 0 Eagan, Minnesota 55122-1897 • 612-681-4600 Printed on Recycled Paper
prevent soil runoff directly into lakes or ponds.,
• , Don't locate compost site near lakes. To prevent
leaching into lakes, avoid depositing leaves and
grass clippings, adjacent to or in lakes and ponds. A Program of the
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Eagan Environme(wa!
Please place this checklist on refrigerator or
workbench, or in your garage. Quality Campaign
The Benefits of Following These Simple
-
Recommendations:,
1. Cleaner water for swimming, fishing, boating,
f canoeing,, and aesthetic enjoyment.
2. Better habitat for gamefish and wildlife.'
3. Preservation of Eagan's scenic beauty.
4. Protection of investments in property' by residents,
business, and government.
We'd like to hear your ideas or answer any
questions you may have about Eagan's Water
Quality Program, so please call us at 681-4300.
Rich Brasch
Water Resources Coordinator
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3501 Coachman Point • Eagan,, Minnesota 55122
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A Water Quality
Checklist for Your
'WIW X% 1W T V .26&AI".A
Just One Pound of Phosphorus
Entering the Storm Sewer System
Can Grow 500 Pounds of Algae
in our Lakes.
With the support of environmentally -conscious
residents like you, the City has developed an
Environmental Quality Program to improve the health
of,Eagan's most important lakes and ponds. The main
strategy focuses on controlling the amount of
phosphorus entering our lakes through the City�sstorm
sewer systema
A Checklist for Residents and Businesses:
LAWN & GARDEN:
• Use low phosphorus
fertilizers. Be sure to
select a'lawn and garden `
' fertilizer with a
phosphorus content ,of -
' 3% or less (it appears on
outside of bag).
• Keep fertilizer spray or pellets off pavement.`
"Rain or lawn sprinkling will wash fertilizer off
driveway or sidewalks and into the storm sewer:
-,'Keep lawn clippings and leaves off streets'. By,
directing the discharge chute on your mower toward'
the lawn's interior, you'll avoid blowing clippings
into the street and storm sewer system.
• 'Don't fertilize before a heavy rain. Intense rain
can wash fertilizer off your yard and into the storm
sewer system:
• Don't'use a grass-catchenwhen mowing:
Research shows that grass clippings left on your
lawn are'equal toxone fertilizer application per'year
(and it's natural and free).
Leave grass height at 2 to 2-1/2 fiches. Your lawn '
will withstand heat stress better, need less watering,
and discourage growth of dandelions and other
weeds when left longer.,
• Quickly sod or -seed on new construction sites. By
stabilizing these sites`immediately, erosion control
measures prevent sediment from entering lakes.
HOUSEHOLD
CHEMICALS &
DISPOSAL: ,
\Properly dispose of car
'oil, ja nts, and pesticides.
Don't dump motor oil, paint's, solvents, pesticides,`
or other pollutants into the street or getter, or on
your lawn. -
Use phosphorus. -free soaps when washing cars.
To reduce the amountlof phosphorus entering the '
storm sewer, system from your driveway and street,
wash your car with phosphorus -free detergents.
• Use pesticides and'weed killers sparingly.
Chemicals in runoff can be reduced by "spot
spraying" problem areas, rather than treating your
entire lawn. -
EXTRA CARE
D
NEEDED BY LAKE
V _ SHORE OWNERS:
., e • Leave natural "buffer"
at edge of lakes.' A 5to
10 foot wide strip of taller grass and plants will act
as a buffer to absorb nutrient runoff before it reaches
the pond.
Establish turfgrass on new construction. Quickly
sod, -'seed, or landscape on new Construction sites to