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Mendota HeightsMN averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$504,100 Typical home value $578,162 +3.8% yr/yr · +14.9% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (22)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Airport Relations Commission
- Dunn — Commissioner
- Hamiel — Commissioner
- Norling
- Sloan
- Bobbitt
- Neuharth
- Sharma
- Arbit
Who’s on the Natural Resources Commission
- Husbands — Commissioner
- Stein — Commissioner
- Knosalla — Commissioner
- McCaslin — Commissioner
- Sheets — Commissioner
- Daul — Commissioner
- Fahnhorst — Commissioner
- Thuening — Commissioner
- Swank
- Tupper
Who’s on the Parks & Recreation Commission
- Stephanie Meyer — Commissioner
- Tica Hanson — Commissioner
- Dan Sherer — Commissioner
Who’s on the Planning Commission
Development activity
202585 housing units ($16.9M)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026
City Council
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
September 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Council on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
6.
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a.
Approve Minutes from the August 18, 2026, City Council Meeting
b.
Approve Minutes from the August 18, 2026, City Council Work Session Meeting
c.
Approve Minutes from the August 20, 2026, City Council Work Session …
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026
City Council
Council reviews FY2027 preliminary budget with 3.56% levy increase
The Mendota Heights City Council is holding a work session to review the proposed FY2027 preliminary budget. The agenda includes a discussion of the budget, which proposes a property tax levy of $14,772,203, a 3.56% increase from 2026. The council will also consider 35 budget requests totaling $1,539,590 and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. No formal decisions are being made at this work session; the preliminary levy and budget will be adopted at the September 15 meeting.
- Proposed 2027 property tax levy of $14,772,203, up 3.56% from $14,264,753 in 2026
- General fund budget proposed at $14,636,361, a 4.81% increase from FY2026
- 35 budget requests totaling $1,539,590 for council consideration
- Special parks fund balance discussion needed before 2027 requests
- Public meeting on budget and levy scheduled for November 30 at 6 pm
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
August 26, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Discussion
a.
FY2027 Proposed Preliminary Budget Review
3.
Adjourn
Alternative formats or auxiliary aids are available to individuals with disabilities upon request.
Please contact City Hall at 651-452-1850 or by emailing cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
FY2027 PROPOSED PRELIMINARY BUDGET REVIEW SCHEDULE
A. Overview
B. Review of Proposed Department /Program Budgets
1. City Council
2. Administration / Elections / Information Technology
3. Community Development / Code Enforcement
4. Police / Emergency Preparedness
5. Fire / Fire Relief
6. Engineering
7. Streets / Sewer / Utilities
8. Storm Water / Street Light
9. Parks / Special Parks
10. Recreation
11. Par 3
12. Recycling
13. Natural Resources
14. City Hall
C. 2027 Budget Requests
D. Capital Improvement Plan
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Budget Memo Page 1
_____________________________________________ City Council Budget Memo
DATE:
August 10, 2026
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
Kristen Schabacker, Finance Director
SUBJECT: FY2027 Proposed Preliminary Budget
The city’s annual budget plays a vital role in communicating how resources will be allocated …
Thu Aug 20, 2026
City Council
Council reviews FY2027 preliminary budget with 3.56% levy increase
The Mendota Heights City Council is holding a work session to review the proposed FY2027 preliminary budget. The proposed property tax levy is $14,772,203, a 3.56% increase from 2026. The general fund budget is $14,636,361, up 4.81%, and includes 35 budget requests totaling $1,539,590. The council will discuss these items and consider funding sources for additional requests.
- Proposed 2027 property tax levy of $14,772,203, up 3.56% from $14,264,753 in 2026
- General fund budget of $14,636,361, a 4.81% increase from FY2026
- 35 budget requests totaling $1,539,590 for council consideration
- Median home value estimated at $553,200 for 2026, up 0.40% from 2025
- City tax rate for 2027 estimated at 0.39782, up from 0.39118 in 2026
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
August 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Discussion
a.
FY2027 Proposed Preliminary Budget Review
3.
Adjourn
Alternative formats or auxiliary aids are available to individuals with disabilities upon request.
Please contact City Hall at 651-452-1850 or by emailing cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
FY2027 PROPOSED PRELIMINARY BUDGET REVIEW SCHEDULE
A. Overview
B. Review of Proposed Department /Program Budgets
1. City Council
2. Administration / Elections / Information Technology
3. Community Development / Code Enforcement
4. Police / Emergency Preparedness
5. Fire / Fire Relief
6. Engineering
7. Streets / Sewer / Utilities
8. Storm Water / Street Light
9. Parks / Special Parks
10. Recreation
11. Par 3
12. Recycling
13. Natural Resources
14. City Hall
C. 2027 Budget Requests
D. Capital Improvement Plan
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Budget Memo Page 1
_____________________________________________ City Council Budget Memo
DATE:
August 10, 2026
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
Kristen Schabacker, Finance Director
SUBJECT: FY2027 Proposed Preliminary Budget
The city’s annual budget plays a vital role in communicating how resources will be allocated
to support services, programs, and l …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council
Council to review police staffing, municipal campus project, and street contracts
The Mendota Heights City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering street maintenance contracts, a traffic enforcement grant, a lift station flow meter purchase, and a joint powers agreement for Delaware Avenue reconstruction. Presentations include an overview of police staffing and operations, and an update on the municipal campus building project. A citizen's award of merit will also be presented.
- Approve contracts for 2026 Street Maintenance & Striping projects
- Authorize Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County and West St. Paul for Delaware Avenue Reconstruction Improvements
- Approve Resolution 2026-53 for 2027 Minnesota Traffic Enforcement Grant
- Approve purchase order for Main Lift Station Flow Meter
- Presentation: Overview of Police Staffing and Operations
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
August 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Presentation of a Citizen's Award of Merit
a.
Presentation of a Citizen's Award of Merit
6.
Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Council on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
7.
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a.
Approve Minutes from the August 5, 2026, City Council Meeting
b.
Approve …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss 2050 Comprehensive Plan update and FY2027 budget
The Mendota Heights City Council is holding a work session to discuss the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update and the FY2027 proposed preliminary budget. For the plan update, staff seeks direction on advisory committee structure, public engagement strategies, and additional topic areas. The budget review is part of the preliminary budget process.
- 2050 Comprehensive Plan update: staff check-in and policy direction
- FY2027 Proposed Preliminary Budget review
- Discussion on creating an ad-hoc advisory committee vs. Planning Commission for plan update
- Public engagement strategies for the plan update
- Possible additional topics for the plan, e.g., Economic Development chapter
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
August 18, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Discussion
a.
2050 Comprehensive Plan Update - Staff Check-in
b.
FY2027 Proposed Preliminary Budget Review
3.
Adjourn
Alternative formats or auxiliary aids are available to individuals with disabilities upon request.
Please contact City Hall at 651-452-1850 or by emailing cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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City Council Work Session Memo
MEETING DATE: August 18, 2026
TO:
Mayor, City Council and City Administrator
FROM:
Sarah Madden, Community Development Manager
SUBJECT:
2050 Comprehensive Plan Update - Staff Check-in
ACTION REQUEST:
The City Council is asked to provide direction to City staff.
BACKGROUND:
The Metropolitan Land Planning Act (§473) guides the Metropolitan Council's work to ensure
coordinated, equitable, and sustainable growth across the seven-county region. There are
several responsibilities outlined in statute that the Metropolitan Council must fulfill, including:
• Develop a Regional Development Guide for the metropolitan area.
• Adopt long-range comprehensive system plans for transportation, wastewater
treatment, parks, and water resources.
• Address regional water supply needs.
• Review comprehensive plans of local governmental units.
• Provide services for and assistance with comprehensive community planning.
A …
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission
Parks Commission to review intern presentation and project updates
The Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes, public comment, and acknowledgment of reports. New business includes a presentation from the parks and recreation intern. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from June 9, 2026 meeting
- Park Improvement Project Update
- Par 3 Update
- Recreation Update
- Parks and Recreation Intern Presentation
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
August 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
The Commission, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to
the agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Approval of Minutes
a.
Approve Minutes from the June 9, 2026, Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
6.
Public Comment - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the Commission on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the Commission as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
five (5) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Chair and Commissioners may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
7.
Acknowledgement of Reports
Items on the Acknowledgement of Reports are approved by one motion of the Commission.
a.
Park Improvement Project Update
b.
Par 3 Update
c.
Recreation Update
8.
New Business
a.
Parks and Recreation Intern Presentation
9.
Old Business
10. Staff Announcements
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11. Student Representative Update
12. Commissioner Comments and Park Updates
13. Adjourn
Next Meeting
September 8 at 6:30pm
Inform …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider Plan B design for Police Station and City Hall project
The City Council will discuss the development of a Plan B schematic design for the Municipal Campus Building Project. The meeting also includes several zoning and permit decisions and a swearing-in ceremony for firefighters.
- Resolution 2026-47: Denying a conditional use permit for a 149-ft wireless monopole at 739 Wentworth Avenue
- Resolution 2026-48: Approving a variance for 39% impervious surface coverage at 1044 Brompton Place
- Resolution 2026-49: Approving a conditional use permit for an 8-ft security fence at 1500 Commerce Drive
- Resolution 2026-50: Approving PUD amendment for signage at Mendota Plaza (750 North Plaza Drive)
- Resolution 2026-51: Approving a conditional use permit for additions to a religious institution at 1960 Lexington Avenue
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
August 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5. Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Cou
ncil on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
6. Consent Agenda
Items on the consent
agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a. Approve Minutes from the July 21, 2026, City Council Meeting
b. Approve Minutes from the July 21, 2026, City Council Work Session Minutes
c. Approve Minutes from the July 22, 2026, City Council Work Session Minute …
Tue Jul 28, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider 149-ft wireless monopole at Wentworth Park
The Mendota Heights Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including a tabled conditional use permit for a 149-ft wireless monopole at 739 Wentworth Avenue (Wentworth Park), a variance for impervious surface coverage at 1044 Brompton Place, a conditional use permit for an 8-ft security fence at 1500 Commerce Drive, a PUD amendment for signage at Mendota Plaza (750 North Plaza Drive), a conditional use permit for additions to Holy Family Marionite Catholic Church at 1960 Lexington Avenue, and a MRCCA permit for a new accessory structure at 1175 Orchard Place.
- Tabled CASE 2026-05: Conditional use permit for 149-ft wireless monopole at 739 Wentworth Avenue (Wentworth Park)
- CASE 2026-10: Variance to increase impervious surface coverage at 1044 Brompton Place
- CASE 2026-11: Conditional use permit for 8-ft security fence at 1500 Commerce Drive (Chadwell Supply)
- CASE 2026-12: PUD amendment for freestanding signage and design guidelines at Mendota Plaza, 750 North Plaza Drive
- CASE 2026-14: MRCCA permit for new accessory structure and hot tub at 1175 Orchard Place
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
July 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes
a. Approve meeting minutes from the May 26, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting.
4. Public Hearings
a. Tabled - CASE No. 2026-05 Conditional Use Permit Application of Buell
Consulting, LLC (on behalf of The Towers LLC) for a Conditional Use Permit for a 149-
ft wireless monopole to be located at 739 Wentworth Avenue (Wentworth Park)
[Tabled from April 28, 2026]
b. CASE No. 2026-10 Variance Application of Joe Fitzgerald for a Variance to increase
beyond the maximum impervious surface coverage requirement at the property
located at 1044 Brompton Place
c. CASE No. 2026-11 Conditional Use Permit Application of Equity Transwestern LLC
(on behalf of Chadwell Supply) for a Conditional Use Permit to allow an 8-ft security
fence at the property located at 1500 Commerce Drive
d. CASE No. 2026-12 Planned Unit Development Amendment Application of Indigo
Signs (on behalf of Paster Properties/Mendota Plaza Associates) for a Planned Unit
Development (PUD) Amendment to the Mendota Plaza PUD and Final Development
Plan for updates to freestanding signage and signage Design Guidelines located at
750 North Plaza Drive
e. CASE No. 2026-13 Conditional Use Permit Application of Thielen & Green P.A. (on
behalf of Holy Family Marionite Catholic Church) for a Conditional Use Permit to
allow two …
Wed Jul 22, 2026
City Council
Council discusses Municipal Campus Building Project design and financing
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Municipal Campus Building Project. Staff will present updates on the building design, site layout, park space, and the status of Mertensotto Field replacement planning. Financial advisors will review the current cost estimate, the impact of $4 million in state bonding funds, and possible financing options such as bond issuance. No formal action is requested at this meeting.
- Revisions to schematic design plans based on Council and community feedback
- Building placement and site layout considerations
- Park and open space planning
- Status of discussions regarding Mertensotto Field replacement
- Impact of $4 million in state bonding funds on project financing
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
July 22, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Discussion
a. Municipal Campus Building Project -- Building Plan and Financing
3. Adjourn
Alternative formats or auxiliary aids are available to individuals with disabilities upon request.
Please contact City Hall at 651-452-1850 or by emailing cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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City Council Work Session Memo
MEETING DATE: July 22, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Municipal Campus Building Project -- Building Plan and Financing
ACTION REQUEST:
The purpose of this work session is to provide the City Council with an opportunity to discuss
the current status of the Municipal Campus Project, review recent updates to the site and
building plans, and receive an overview of potential financing strategies.
ICS, the city's project consultant will be in attendance to discuss building design plans and
costs. The city's financial advisor, Stacie Kvilvang with Ehlers will be in attendance to present
information on financing strategies.
No formal action is requested or anticipated at this work session. The discussion is intended to
provide direction to staff and the project team as planning continues.
BACKGROUND:
During the work session, the Council will discuss the following topics:
Project Design …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss replacement of Civic Center Park/Mertensotto Field
The City Council will discuss whether the new municipal campus building, which includes city hall and the police station, should be built on the existing Civic Center Park/Mertensotto Field site. The council will review replacement options for the field presented by the Two Rivers Athletic Association, including standards for an equivalent field. No final decision on the site or replacement is indicated in the agenda.
- Discussion of Municipal Campus Building Project location affecting Civic Center Park/Mertensotto Field
- Review of field replacement options proposed by Two Rivers Athletic Association
- Consideration of equivalent field standards (dimensions, grass infield, batting cages, amenities)
- Presentation of a potential new field site at the city‑owned Bourne Lane property (~507,000 sq ft)
- No binding decision; agenda item is for discussion only
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to study replacing Civic Center ball field
The City Council held a work session to discuss the potential loss of the Civic Center ball field if a new municipal campus building is built on the site. Council directed staff to obtain cost estimates for renovating Wentworth Park and Victoria Highlands Park as potential replacement fields, and to include costs for Ivy Hills Park. No formal decisions were made; the discussion was for direction only.
- Directed staff to get quotes for rotating the field at Wentworth Park and converting Victoria Highlands Park (no vote)
- Directed staff to include cost estimates for Ivy Hills Park (no vote)
- Discussed potential replacement sites: Victoria Highlands, Wentworth, Friendly Hills, Mendakota, and school district property (no action)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
July 21, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Discussion
a. Muncipal Campus Building Project --Civic Center Park/Mertensotto Field
Replacement
b. Municipal Campus Building Project --Value Exercise
3. Adjourn
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Please contact City Hall at 651-452-1850 or by emailing cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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City Council Work Session Memo
MEETING DATE: July 21, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Muncipal Campus Building Project --Civic Center Park/Mertensotto Field
Replacement
ACTION REQUEST:
Two River Athletic Association and the City Council will discuss the replacement of Civic Center
Park/Mertensotto Field, should the new municipal campus building, which includes city hall
and the police station, be built on the existing field site.
BACKGROUND:
The City's 1985 City Hall Citizen's Committee selected the existing city hall/police station site,
located at 1101 Victoria Curve, based on several key factors, including its strong community
presence, convenient public and police access, flexibility for future expansion, and the City’s
ownership of the property at the time. In its analysis, the committee recommended reserving
space on the s …
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the City Council Work Session
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a work session of the Mendota Heights City Council was
held at Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Levine called the work session to order at 4:30 p.m. Councilors Lorberbaum, Mazzitello
Maczko, and Paper were in attendance.
Others present included: City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson, Assistant City Administrator Kelly
Torkelson, Finance Director Kristen Schabacker, Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek, Parks &
Recreation Director/Assistant Public Works Director Meredith Lawrence, Police Chief Kelly
McCarthy, Police Captain Wayne Wegener, City Attorney Amy Schmidt, and City Clerk Nancy
Bauer.
Representatives from TRAA were also present.
MUNICIPAL CAMPUS BUILDING PROJECT - CIVIC CENTER PARK/MERTENSOTTO
FIELD REPLACEMENT
Parks & Recreation Director/Assistant Public Works Director Meredith Lawrence provided
background information regarding the potential impacts to Civic Center Park/Mertensotto Field,
should a new municipal campus building be constructed on site. She reported that city staff have
met with representatives of the Two Rivers Athletic Association (TRAA) to discuss the potential
loss of field capacity within the park system resulting from the proposed project, the condition
and quality of Mertensotto field, and potential replacement options. Field …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
City Council
City Council to discuss municipal campus building project and fire tender purchase
The Mendota Heights City Council will review updates on the Municipal Campus Building Project, including the police station and city hall, and consider authorizing a replacement water tender for the fire department. The council will also act on several consent agenda items such as a concrete apron purchase, a feasibility study for street improvements, the seasonal compensation plan, and travel authorization for a recreation conference.
- Approve Purchase Order for Concrete Apron on Mendota Heights Road
- Approve Resolution 2026-45 for feasibility report on 2027 Street Improvements Project
- Approve the 2026-2027 Seasonal Compensation Plan
- Approve Out of Metro Travel Authorization for Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Conference
- Authorize purchase of a replacement Fire Department Water Tender
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✓ Decided: Council approves $308,780 fire truck purchase, tables ballfield design motion
The City Council approved the purchase of a new 2,000-gallon water tender for $308,780 and approved all consent agenda items, including travel authorization for a conference. A motion to direct a full schematic design that would protect the existing ballfield was tabled until after a presentation the following night. No public hearing was held.
- Approved $308,780 purchase of new 2,000-gallon water tender from OSCO Tank & Truck Sales (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including resolutions, reports, and purchase orders (5-0)
- Approved out-of-metro travel authorization for Minnesota Recreation and Park Association conference (5-0)
- Tabled motion to direct BKV and ICS to create full schematic design protecting ballfield (5-0)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Moment of Silence in Memory of Officer Scott Patrick, EOW July 30, 2014
5. Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its membe
rs, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
6. Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Council on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
7. Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a. Approve Minutes from the July 7, 2026, City Council Meeting
b. Approve Resolution 2026-42 Proclaiming July 2026 as "Parks and Recreation Mon …
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights,
Minnesota was held at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Levine called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Councilors Lorberbaum, Paper, Mazzitello, and
Maczko were also present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council, the audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE IN MEMORY OF OFFICER SCOTT PATRICK, EOW JULY 30, 2014
Council, the audience, and staff observed a moment of silence in memory of Officer Scott Patrick.
AGENDA ADOPTION
Mayor Levine presented the agenda for adoption. Councilor Mazzitello moved adoption of the agenda.
Councilor Paper seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No one from the public wished to be heard.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Levine presented the consent agenda and explained the procedure for discussion and approval.
Councilor Lorberbaum moved approval of the consent agenda as presented, pulling item E.
a.
b.
c.
d.
Approval of July 7, 2026, City Council Minutes
Approve Resolution 2026-42 Proclaiming July 2026 as “Parks and Recreation Month”
Approve Resolution 2026-43 Accepting a Sponsorship for Music in the Park on July 8, 2026
Approve Resolution 2026-44 Accepting a Sponsorship for 2026 Legacy Events
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
Natural Resources Commission
Natural Resources Commission park tour at Copperfield Ponds Park
The commission will conduct a site visit at Copperfield Ponds Park located at 650 Huber Drive. The meeting consists of a call to order followed by the park tour.
- Park tour at 650 Huber Drive
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
NATURAL RESOUCES
COMMISSION
PARK TOUR AGENDA
Copperfield Ponds Park Tour
July 15, 2026
5:00 PM
Commissioners will meet at Copperfield Ponds Park:
1. Call to Order
2. Parks Tour
Copperfield Ponds Park – 650 Huber Drive
3. Adjourn
Wed Jul 15, 2026
Airport Relations Commission
Commission to elect Vice Chair and discuss noise complaint increases
The Airport Relations Commission will hold an election for a new Vice Chair. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding an increase in noise complaints submitted through the MAC Environment Complaint process.
- Election of Vice Chair
- Review of May 2026 Airport Operational Statistics Reports
- Discussion of noise complaint trends and potential software issues
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
July 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Election of Officers - Vice Chair
a. Election of Vice Chair
3. Consent Agenda
a. Approve meeting minutes from the May 20, 2026 Airport Relations Commission
Meeting.
b. Acknowledge Airport Operational Statistics Reports
1. Complaint Information (May)
2. Runway Use Information (May)
4. Public Comments
5. Business
a. Noise Complaints
6. Information and Correspondence
7. Announcements and Commissioner Comments
8. Adjourn
Alternate formats or auxiliary aids are available to individuals with disabilities upon request.
Please contact city hall at 651-452-1850 or cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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Airport Relations Commission
MEETING DATE: July 15, 2026
TO: Airport Relations Commission
FROM: Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Election of Vice Chair
BACKGROUND:
The Commission tabled the election of a Vice Chair at its March and May 2026 meetings. At its
meeting on July 15, the ARC should elect a Vice Chair. The Vice Chair will take office
immediately following their election and hold office until their successors are elected and
assume office.
ATTACHMENTS:
None
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES
May 20, 2026
The regular meeting of the Mendot …
Wed Jul 8, 2026
Natural Resources Commission
Commission discusses $4 million state bond for Municipal Campus design phase
The Natural Resources Commission will discuss an update on the Municipal Campus Project, including the city’s $12 million bonding request and the $4 million award from the State of Minnesota. Staff will also review the Sustainable Mendota Heights quarterly newsletter, proposed amendments to the Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance, and ways to recognize raingarden volunteers. All agenda items are for discussion only, with no decisions required at this meeting.
- Municipal Campus Project: $12 million bonding request, $4 million state award, design development authorized
- Sustainable Mendota Heights newsletter “The Green Scene” finalized for July distribution; second issue due early October
- Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance (Ordinance 595) amendment proposals: fee changes, heritage‑tree protections, certified arborist requirements
- Raingarden program volunteer recognition discussion for 1,100 plants planted and 18 planned raingardens
- General discussion of project updates and community engagement opportunities
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
July 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Roll Call
2. Call to Order
3. Discussion
a. Municipal Campus Project Update
b. Sustainable Mendota Heights Newsletter (The Green Scene)
c. Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance Recommended Amendments
d. Raingarden Program Volunteer Recognition Discussion
4. Committee Reports
5. Commissioner Comments
6. Adjourn
Next Meeting
August 13th, 2026 at 6:00 P.M.
Information is available in alternative formats or with the use of auxiliary aids to individuals
with disabilities upon request by calling city hall at 651-452-1850 or by
emailing cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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Natural Resources Work Session Memo
MEETING DATE: July 8, 2026
TO: The Natural Resources Commission
FROM: Krista Spreiter, Natural Resources Manager
SUBJECT: Municipal Campus Project Update
ACTION REQUEST:
Discussion only.
BACKGROUND:
The City completed an in-depth assessment in 2020-2021, which recommended additional
building square footage for the police department and city hall, replacement of aging
mechanical and HVAC systems, and renovations to improve accessibility and modernize the
overall building space. While the next phase of planning was delayed due to the Pandemic’s
impact, the project remained a priority.
In 2025, the Mendota Heights City Council identified addressing long-standing building needs
as a …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
City Council
City Council discusses Municipal Campus building size and project updates
The City Council reviewed the FY2025 audit report and discussed adjustments to the Municipal Campus Building Project. Officials addressed community feedback regarding the scale of the new police station and city hall, noting a shift toward building for current needs rather than future expansion.
- FY2025 Audit Report presentation
- Municipal Campus Building Project update
- Hagstrom-King Park ballfield renovation approval
- MN Native Landscapes contract for Friendly Marsh Park project
- Purchase of new duty handguns for the Police Department
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✓ Decided: Council awards $22,200 geotechnical contract for municipal campus project
The City Council approved a professional services contract for geotechnical work related to the Municipal Campus Building Project. Council also approved several consent items, including park field renovations and a massage therapist license. Residents provided public comment opposing the current plans for the new City Hall and police station.
- Awarded geotechnical services contract to Braun Intertec not to exceed $22,200 (5-0)
- Approved Field Renovation Work at the Hagstrom-King Park Ballfield (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-41 accepting a donation for a property valuation appraisal (5-0)
- Approved a new massage therapist license (5-0)
- Approved June 16, 2026, City Council Minutes (5-0)
- Approved June 16, 2026, City Council Work Session Minutes (5-0)
- Approved Claims List (5-0)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
July 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5. Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Council on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
6. Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a. Approve Minutes from the June 16, 2026, City Council Meeting
b. Approve Minutes from the June 16, 2026, City Council Work Session Meeting
c. Approve Field Renovation Work at the Hagstrom-King Park Ballfield
d. Approve …
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Held Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights,
Minnesota, was held at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Levine called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Councilors Lorberbaum, Paper, Mazzitello, and
Maczko were also present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council, the audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADOPTION
Mayor Levine presented the agenda for adoption. Councilor Mazzitello moved adoption of the agenda.
Councilor Paper seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No one from the public wished to be heard.
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Levine presented the consent agenda and explained the procedure for discussion and approval.
Councilor Lorberbaum moved approval of the consent agenda as presented.
Approval of June 16, 2026, City Council Minutes
Approval of June 16, 2026, City Council Work Session Minutes
Approve Field Renovation Work at the Hagstrom-King Park Ballfield
Approve Resolution 2026-41 Accepting a Donation for a Property Valuation Appraisal
Approve a New Massage Therapist License
Approval of Claims List
mons op
Councilor Mazzitello seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
PRESENTATIONS
A) MENDOTA HEIGHTS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Ansis Viksnins, Mendota Heights Community Foundation, provided information on th …
Tue Jun 16, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss police station and city hall project update
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including liquor license renewals, a grading permit for an apartment complex, new police handguns, and park bleachers. A presentation on a co-op grocery store model will be given. The council will also receive the FY2025 audit report and an update on the Municipal Campus Building Project for the police station and city hall.
- Approve grading permit for 2320 Lexington Avenue (Lexington Heights Apartments)
- Approve purchase of new duty handguns for Police Department
- Approve purchase of bleachers for Hagstrom-King Park ballfield
- Approve on-sale intoxicating/Sunday liquor license for Bricksworth Beer Co.
- Receive update on Municipal Campus Building Project (police station and city hall)
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✓ Decided: City Council approves consent agenda including police gear and park projects
The City Council approved a consent agenda covering various administrative actions, liquor licenses, and equipment purchases. The Council also reviewed the FY2025 audit report and discussed scaling back the Municipal Campus building project based on resident feedback.
- Approved Resolution 2026-40 appointing election judges (5-0)
- Approved liquor license renewals (5-0)
- Approved on-sale intoxicating/Sunday liquor license for Bricksworth Beer Co. LLC (5-0)
- Approved grading permit for 2320 Lexington Avenue (5-0)
- Approved First Amendment to Lexington Heights Apartments PUD Agreement (5-0)
- Approved contract with MN Native Landscapes for Friendly Marsh Park project (5-0)
- Approved purchase of new duty handguns for Police Department (5-0)
- Approved purchase of bleachers for Hagstrom-King Park Ballfield (5-0)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
June 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Council on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
6.
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a.
Approve Minutes from the June 2, 2026, City Council Meeting
b.
Approve Minutes from the May 26, 2026, City Council Work Session
c.
Acknowledge Minutes from the March 10, …
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights,
Minnesota, was held at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Levine cailed the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Councilors Lorberbaum, Paper, Mazzitello, and
Maczko were also present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council, the audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADOPTION
Mayor Levine presented the agenda for adoption. Councilor Mazzitello moved adoption of the agenda.
Councilor Lorberbaum seconded the motion.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Andrew Katz, 1960 Walsh Lane, thanked Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek for keeping residents who
desire a sound wall along Victoria at I-35E and Highway 62 well informed about the status of the MnDOT
application. He was disappointed that the City was not chosen, but believed that a sound study would
help for the next application. He asked if the nearby construction would impact the results. He spoke
about the safety of the intersections of Victoria Road and Walsh and Victoria Road and Kay Avenue,
noting a large retaining wall and vegetation that impacts the view of the walking path. He proposed adding
traffic mirrors at the double arrow signs, estimating a cost of $120 for the signs. He referenced the compost
enclosure at Mendakota Park, noting …
Tue Jun 16, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss policy direction for new police station and city hall
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss policy-level questions on the Municipal Campus Building Project, which includes a new police station and city hall. Staff are seeking clarification on the Council's long-term vision, project priorities, and whether original objectives remain unchanged. Key topics include defining 'future-ready' and 'right-sized' facilities, service level priorities, and the possibility of a public vote on the project. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting.
- Council asked to revisit and prioritize project pillars: fiscal responsibility, long-term value, efficient services, co-location
- Discussion on defining 'future-ready' and 'right-sized' for the building design
- Council to consider whether service level adjustments or reductions are wanted
- Discussion on whether to submit the project to a public vote under Minnesota law
- No attachments provided for this work session
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✓ Decided: City Council discusses scaling back Municipal Campus Building project
The City Council held a work session to discuss the scope, cost, and design of the proposed police station and city hall. No formal votes were taken, but councilors expressed a general consensus to reduce the building's size and footprint to address resident concerns and costs.
- No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a work session for discussion
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
June 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Discussion
a. Municipal Campus Building Project -- Police Station and City Hall
3. Adjourn
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Please contact City Hall at 651-452-1850 or by emailing cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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City Council Work Session Memo
MEETING DATE: June 16, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Municipal Campus Building Project -- Police Station and City Hall
ACTION REQUEST:
As conversations regarding the Municipal Campus Building Project continue, several policy-
level questions warrant further discussion, due diligence and restatement of intent by the City
Council before further direction on project scope and building design is provided to the project
team.
Staff requests that the City Council discuss and provide clarification on its long-term vision,
service assumptions, project priorities, and desired scope of the Municipal Campus Building
Project. Staff are also seeking confirmation on whether the Council's original objectives for the
project remain unchanged or whether modifications should be considered. If the Council's
priorities have evolved since the project began, s …
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Minutes of the City Council Work Session
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a work session of the Mendota Heights City Council was
held at Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Levine called the work session to order at 4:30 p.m. Councilors Lorberbaum, Mazzitello
Maczko, and Paper were in attendance.
Others present included: City Administrator Chery! Jacobson, Assistant City Administrator Kelly
Torkelson, Finance Director Kristen Schabacker, Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek, Parks &
Recreation Director/Assistant Public Works Director Meredith Lawrence, Police Chief Kelly
McCarthy, Police Captain Wayne Wegener, City Attorney Amy Schmidt, City Clerk Nancy
Bauer
MUNICIPAL CAMPUS BUILDING PROJECT — POLICE STATION AND CITY HALL
City Administrator Jacobson stated that several policy level questions regarding the Municipal
Campus Building project warrant further discussion. She asked that the City Council discuss and
provide clarification on its long-term vision, service assumptions, project priorities and desired
scope of the Municipal Campus Building Project.
Mayor Levine opened discussion on the Municipal Campus Building Project by acknowledging
that there is resident opposition to the project, and that a petition requesting a referendum has
been submitted. The Mayor identified several topics for further discussion including the p …
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Natural Resources Commission
Commission discusses Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance implementation and other natural resource projects
The Natural Resources Commission holds a work session to discuss several ongoing projects. Topics include implementation of the Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance, geothermal test drilling at Public Works Facility, curb-cut raingarden program in Friendly Hills neighborhood, Valley Park streambank restoration, and debrief on the 2026 Oak Awards. Also discussed: planning for a Natural Resources Site Tour. No formal decisions are expected; all items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance (Ordinance 595) implementation, covering Forest Alteration Permits and Forest Management Plans
- Update on Geothermal Planning Grant: test bores drilled at Public Works Facility within budget
- Curb-cut Raingarden Program update: 1,100 plants planted in 13 raingardens in Friendly Hills, 19 more planned
- Valley Park Streambank Restoration: volunteer planting of 200 native plants along stabilized streambank
- Debrief of 2026 Oak Awards and planning for Natural Resources Site Tour in Q3/Q4
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
June 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Roll Call
2. Call to Order
3. Discussion
a. Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance Implementation
b. Geothermal Planning Grant Update
c. Curb-cut Raingarden Program Update
d. Valley Park Streambank Restoration
e. 2026 Oak Awards Debrief
f. 2026 Natural Resources Site Tour
4. Committee Reports
5. Adjourn
Next Meeting
Wednesday, July 8th at 6:00 PM
Information is available in alternative formats or with the use of auxiliary aids to individuals
with disabilities upon request by calling city hall at 651-452-1850 or by
emailing cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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Natural Resources Work Session Memo
MEETING DATE: June 10, 2026
TO: The Natural Resources Commission
FROM: Krista Spreiter, Natural Resources Manager
SUBJECT: Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance Implementation
ACTION REQUEST:
Discussion only.
BACKGROUND:
The Urban Forest Preservation Ordinance (Ordinance 595) was adopted in January of 2025
with the intent to protect, preserve, and enhance trees and woodlands within the City, by
reasonably limiting the removal of trees during construction, site work, and land development
activities, as well as to mitigate for the loss of trees due to these activities, thereby promoting
and protecting public health, safety, welfare and assuring a healthy urban fore …
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission
Parks Commission to recommend FY2027 budget
The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a recommendation for the FY2027 budget, which includes capital projects and park master planning. They will also approve minutes from March and May meetings and receive updates on park improvements, the Par 3 golf course, and recreation programs.
- FY2027 Budget Recommendation – commissioners will discuss and vote on a budget to recommend to the City Council
- Park Improvement Project Update – report on 2026 projects including Wentworth Hockey Board Replacement
- Par 3 Update – seasonal opening and financial dashboard review
- Recreation Update – recent events and summer programming registration
- Approval of minutes from March 10, 2026 regular meeting and May 12, 2026 work session
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✓ Decided: Parks commission recommends 2027 capital project priority list
The Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval of the FY2027 capital improvement priority list, as ranked in the packet, for items one through six, removing the community garden and dog park water source. The commission also recommended approval of the proposed 2027 Par 3 projects. Both recommendations passed unanimously (7-0) and will be forwarded to the City Council for final decision.
- Approved FY2027 capital priority list (items 1-6, minus community garden and dog park water source) (7-0)
- Approved 2027 Par 3 projects as presented (7-0)
- Approved agenda (7-0)
- Approved March 10, 2026 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved May 12, 2026 work session minutes (7-0)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
June 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
The Commission, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to
the agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Approval of Minutes
a.
Approve Minutes from the March 10, 2026, Parks and Recreation Commission
Meeting
b.
Approve Minutes from the May 12, 2026, Parks and Recreation Commission Work
Session
6.
Public Comment - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the Commission on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the Commission as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
five (5) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Chair and Commissioners may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
7.
Acknowledgement of Reports
Items on the Acknowledgement of Reports are approved by one motion of the Commission.
a.
Park Improvement Project Update
b.
Par 3 Update
c.
Recreation Update
8.
New Business
a.
FY2027 Budget Recommendation
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Old Business
10. Staff Announcements
11. Student Representative Update
12. Commissioner Comments …
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS, DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PARKS AND RECREATION MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 9, 2026
The June meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve.
1. Call to Order – Chair Jaffrey Blanks called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. Roll Call – The following Commissioners were present: Chair Jaffrey Blanks,
Commissioners: Michelle Muller, Jennifer Weichert, Daniel Van Lith, Kirsten Ramirez, Michael
Toth, and Pau Cortes Valdes; absent: Student Representative: Evengeline Fuentes. Staff
present: Parks and Recreation/Assistant Public Works Director Meredith Lawrence, Recreation
Program Coordinator Willow Eisfeldt, Recreation Facilities Coordinator Trey Carlson, and Public
Works Director Ryan Ruzek.
3. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
4. Approval of Agenda
Motion Weichert/second Muller, to approve the agenda.
AYES 7: NAYS 0
5.a Approval of Minutes from March 10, 2026, Regular Meeting
Motion Muller/second Ramirez to approve the minutes of the March 10, 2026, Parks and
Recreation Commission Regular Meeting.
AYES 7: NAYS 0
5.b Approval of Minutes from May 12, 2026 Work Session
Motion Muller/second Weichert to approve the minutes of the May 12, 2026, Parks and
Recreation Commission Work Session.
AYES 7: NAYS 0
6. Citizen Comment Period (for items not on the agenda)
None.
7. Acknowledgement of Reports
C …
Tue Jun 2, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on schematic design for police station and city hall
The Mendota Heights City Council will consider approving the schematic design for a new police station and city hall, and authorize moving to the design development phase. They will also review a concept plan for a Planned Unit Development amendment for a sign at 750 North Plaza Drive. Routine consent items include hiring, travel authorization, and a minor development permit.
- Resolution 2026-37 approving schematic design for Police Station and City Hall Municipal Campus Building Project
- Planned Unit Development Concept Plan Review for Indigo Signs at 750 North Plaza Drive (Case 2025-08)
- Presentation on Gun Violence Awareness Month by 2020 Project
- Out-of-state travel authorization for Parks and Recreation Director to attend NRPA conference
- Administrative MRCCA Minor Development Permit for 1296 Aspen Way
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✓ Decided: Council approves schematic design for new Police/City Hall campus
The City Council approved the schematic design for the Police/City Hall Municipal Campus and authorized proceeding with the design development phase. The Council also approved the consent agenda and out-of-state travel authorization for the Parks and Recreation Director.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0)
- Approved out-of-state travel authorization for Parks Director (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-37 for Police/City Hall schematic design
- Authorized proceeding with design development phase for Police/City Hall project
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
June 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Council on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
6.
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a.
Approve Minutes from the May 19, 2026, City Council Meeting
b.
Approve Minutes from the May 19, 2026, City Council Work Session
c.
Acknowledge Minutes from the April 28, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting
d.
Acknowledge …
Tue May 26, 2026
City Council
Council reviews schematic design for municipal campus project
The City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss the schematic design plans for the Municipal Campus Project. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and feedback.
- Review of schematic design for Municipal Campus Project
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to bring municipal campus schematic design to June 2 meeting
At a May 26 work session, the Mendota Heights City Council discussed the Municipal Campus Project, reviewing schematic design plans and community feedback. The council provided direction to the project team to bring the schematic design approval to the June 2 city council meeting. No formal votes were taken; this was a discussion and direction only.
- Directed project team to bring schematic design approval to June 2 city council meeting
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS - NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 4:30pm
City Hall 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Municipal Campus Project- Schematic Design Plan Review and Discussion
3. Adjourn
Tue May 26, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review Concept PUD for Indigo Signs at 750 N. Plaza Drive
The Mendota Heights Planning Commission will elect a chair and vice chair for 2026, approve prior meeting minutes, and conduct a concept plan review for a Planned Unit Development amendment by Indigo Signs at 750 N. Plaza Drive. No public hearings are scheduled. The commission will discuss the concept PUD and may provide direction.
- Concept PUD review (Case No. 2025-08) for Indigo Signs at 750 N. Plaza Drive
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission elects Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
The Commission elected Litton Field as Chair and Brian Udell as Vice Chair for the 2026 year. The body also approved the minutes from the April 28, 2026 meeting. A concept plan for signage at Mendota Heights Plaza was discussed but no formal action was taken.
- Approved April 28, 2026 minutes (6-0)
- Elected Litton Field as Chair for 2026 (4-1-1)
- Elected Brian Udell as Vice Chair for 2026 (unanimous)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair for Year 2026
4. Approval of Minutes
a. Approve meeting minutes from the April 28, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting.
5. Public Hearings
6. New and Unfinished Business
a. CASE No. 2025-08 Concept PUD Application of Indigo Signs for a Planned Unit
Development Amendment Concept Plan Review for the property located at 750 N.
Plaza Drive
7. Updates/Staff Comments
8. Adjourn
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every attempt to provide the aid. However, this may not be possible on short notice. Please
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
DRAFT PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
APRIL 28, 2026
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, April
28, 2026, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, at 7:00 P.M.
The following Commissioners were present: Chair Litton Field, Commissioners Patrick Corbett,
Cindy Johnson, Brian Udell, Jason Stone, Jeff Nath, and Steve Goldade. Those absent: None
Ap …
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
MAY 26, 2026
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, May 26,
2026, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, at 7:00 P.M.
The following Commissioners were present: Chair Litton Field, Commissioners Patrick Corbett,
Cindy Johnson, Jeff Nath, Jason Stone, Brian Udell (arrived at 7:14 p.m.), and Steve Goldade .
Those absent: None.
Approval of Agenda
The agenda was approved as submitted.
Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair for Year 2026
This item was postponed.
Approval of April 28, 2026 Minutes
COMMISSIONER CORBETT MOVED, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER STONE TO
APPROVE THE MINUTES OF APRIL 28, 2026.
AYES: 6
NAYS: 0
Hearings
New and Unfinished Business
A) PLANNING CASE 2025-08
INDIGO SIGNS, 750 N. PLAZA DRIVE – CONCEPT PUD
Community Development Manager Sarah Madden explained that Inigo Signs is seeking a Planned
Unit Development (PUD) – Concept Plan Review for a modification to site signage within the
Mendota Heights Plaza Planned Unit Development located at 750 N. Plaza Drive.
Community Development Manager Sarah Madden provided a planning staff report and a
presentation on this planning item to the Commission (which is available for viewing through the
City’s website).
Commissioner Stone asked where the e …
Wed May 20, 2026
Airport Relations Commission
Airport commission to discuss noise complaints and elect vice chair
The Mendota Heights Airport Relations Commission will discuss increased noise complaints from the city, review a public education initiative, and elect a vice chair at its May 20 meeting. The consent agenda includes acknowledging airport operational statistics and complaint reports.
- Election of Vice Chair (previously tabled from March 2026 meeting)
- Discussion of noise complaints: Mendota Heights reported 22 complaints in March and 25 in April 2026
- Review of public education and information initiative to inform residents about airport operations
- Acknowledge airport operational statistics including runway use and complaint data
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Election of Officers - Vice Chair
a. Election of Vice Chair
3. Consent Agenda
a. Approve Meeting Minutes from the March 18, 2026 Meeting
b. Acknowledge Airport Operational Statistics Reports
1. Complaint Information
2. Runway Use Information
4. Public Comments
5. Business
a. Noise Complaints
b. Public Education and Information Initiative
6. Information and Correspondence
7. Announcements and Commissioner Comments
8. Adjourn
Alternate formats or auxiliary aids are available to individuals with disabilities upon request.
Please contact city hall at 651-452-1850 or cityhall@mendotaheightsmn.gov.
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Airport Relations Commission
MEETING DATE: May 20, 2026
TO: Airport Relations Commission
FROM: Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Election of Vice Chair
BACKGROUND:
The Commission tabled the election of a Vice Chair at its March 2026 meeting. At its meeting
on May 20, the ARC should elect a Vice Chair. The Vice Chair will take office immediately
following their election and hold office until their successors are elected and assume office.
ATTACHMENTS:
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AIRPORT RELATIONS COMMISSION MINUTES
March 18, 2026
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights A …
Tue May 19, 2026
City Council
Council to decide on sewer rate adjustments, get municipal campus update
The Mendota Heights City Council will consider resolutions to adjust sanitary sewer and storm sewer utility rates. They will also receive an update on the Municipal Campus Project and hear a presentation from Dakota County on the Delaware Avenue Reconstruction project. Several consent items include liquor license renewals for Mendakota Country Club and Teresa's Mexican Restaurant, and a professional services contract for a fiber optic installation project.
- Consider Resolution 2026-26 to adjust sanitary sewer utility rates
- Consider Resolution 2026-24 to adjust storm sewer utility rates
- Municipal Campus Project update
- Presentation on Delaware Avenue Reconstruction by Dakota County
- Consent agenda includes award of fiber optic installation contract and liquor license renewals
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✓ Decided: City Council approves 2026 sanitary and storm sewer utility rate adjustments
The City Council approved new billing rates for both sanitary and storm sewer utilities for 2026. The council also approved a series of license renewals and a professional services contract for fiber optic installation via the consent agenda.
- Approved Resolution 2026-26 for sanitary sewer usage rates beginning in 2026 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-24 for storm water utility rates beginning in 2026 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-35 recognizing National Public Works Week (5-0)
- Accepted the resignation of firefighter Joe Fabiano (5-0)
- Approved May 5, 2026, City Council Minutes (5-0)
- Approved massage therapy business and therapist license renewals (5-0)
- Approved liquor license renewals for Mendakota Country Club and Teresa’s Mexican Restaurant (5-0)
- Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for post-election reviews (5-0)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Council on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
6.
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a.
Approve Minutes from the May 5, 2026, City Council Meeting
b.
Approve a License Renewal for a Massage Therapy Business and License Renewals for
Massage Therapists
c.
Approve Liquor License Renewals for Mendakota Country C …
Tue May 19, 2026
City Council
City Council previews FY2027 budget and discusses city property use
The Mendota Heights City Council is holding a work session to review the FY2027 budget planning process, key financial considerations, and upcoming priorities. Staff will also discuss the use of city-owned properties like Bourne Lane and share updates on state budget and bonding bill outcomes to inform future capital projects and long-range financial strategies. Preliminary budget recommendations will be presented in summer workshops before a September adoption.
- FY2027 budget planning process and key financial considerations
- Use of city-owned properties, including Bourne Lane
- Updates on state budget and bonding bill outcomes
- Planning considerations for the Municipal Campus Project
- Preliminary levy and expenditure recommendations for summer workshops
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✓ Decided: Council discusses 2027 budget and property tax levy
The City Council held a work session to review the FY2027 budget process, including the property tax levy and capital improvement plan. Staff presented information on revenue sources and the impact of the Par 3 debt service payment. No formal decisions were made.
- Council agreed to hold budget work session in August
- Council discussed potential use of Bourne Lane property
- Council discussed potential approval of charitable gambling
- Council discussed municipal campus financing options
- Council discussed naming rights for ballfields
- Council discussed revenue from cell towers
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
May 19, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Discussion
a. FY2027 Budget Information and Preview
3. Adjourn
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City Council Work Session Memo
MEETING DATE: May 19, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Cheryl Jacobson, City Administrator
SUBJECT: FY2027 Budget Information and Preview
ACTION REQUEST:
Staff will present an overview of the FY2027 budget planning process, key financial
considerations, and upcoming budget priorities.
In addition to a general budget discussion, the city council will also discuss the use of city-
owned properties such as Bourne Lane, and updates regarding the state budget and bonding
bill outcomes to help inform future Municipal Campus Project planning considerations,
potential capital investment opportunities and long-range financial strategies.
BACKGROUND:
As the City begins development of the FY2027 budget, staff will evaluate current economic
conditions, inflationary pressures, operational costs, labor and benefit expenses, and capital
improvement needs. The FY2027 budget will continue to focus on maintaining core city
services, supporting strategic infrastructure in …
Wed May 13, 2026
Natural Resources Commission
Commission to vote on 2027 Natural Resources Budget
The Natural Resources Commission will consider approving the 2027 budget recommendations, recognize 2025 Oak Award recipients, and recap the 2026 Earth and Arbor Week celebration. The commission will also receive an update on the geothermal assessment project at the Public Works facility. Public comment is invited for items not on the agenda.
- Recognition of 2025 Oak Awards recipients
- Recap of 2026 Earth and Arbor Week events
- Approve 2027 Natural Resources Budget Recommendations
- Update on Public Works Facility Geothermal Assessment Project
- Approval of minutes from February, March, and April meetings
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall
Council Chambers
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Adopt Agenda
4.
Approval of Minutes
a.
Approve meeting minutes from the February 22, 2026 Natural Resources Commission
Meeting.
b.
Approve meeting minutes from the March 11, 2026 Natural Resources Commission
Work Session Meeting.
c.
Approve meeting minutes from the April 8, 2026 Natural Resources Commission
Work Session Meeting.
5.
Citizen Comment Period (for items not on the agenda)
6.
New Business
a.
Recognition of 2025 Oak Awards Recipients
b.
2026 Earth and Arbor Week Recap
7.
Old Business
a.
Approve 2027 Natural Resources Budget Recommendations
b.
Public Works Facility Geothermal Assessment Project Update
8.
Staff Announcements
9.
Commission Comments
10. Committee Reports
11. Adjourn
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NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
MENDOTA HEIGHTS CITY HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
February 11, 2026 Mendota Heights Natural Resources Commission
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Draft Meeting Minutes
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Natural Resources Commission was held on Wednesday,
February 11, 2026, at Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve.
1.
Call to Order
Chair Knosalla called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2.
Roll Call
Natural Resources Coordinator Spreiter …
Tue May 12, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission
Mendota Heights Parks Commission to discuss cost recovery policy and 2027 budget
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a work session to develop a cost recovery and subsidy policy for park services, based on the 2025 Park System Master Plan. They will also review the ten-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for parks and the Par 3 Golf Course, and make budget recommendations for 2027 to the City Council.
- Commission will participate in an exercise to rank cost recovery categories for park services
- Discussion on which services should receive the highest subsidy, if any
- Review of Parks CIP and Par 3 Golf Course CIP for 2027 budget recommendations
- Goal for Par 3 Golf Course to be self-sufficient; projects must be feasible based on 2026 revenues/expenses
- Timeline: PRC recommendations to City Council in June, preliminary budget in September, final in December
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✓ Decided: Commission to rank 2027 budget projects for City Council recommendation
The Parks and Recreation Commission held a work session to discuss cost recovery policies and the 2027 Capital Improvement Plan. Staff will compile results from a strategic subsidy exercise for a future policy discussion. Commissioners were directed to rank 2027 projects by May 22 to prepare a formal recommendation for the City Council.
- Staff to compile results from subsidy management exercise for future policy discussion
- Commissioners directed to rank 2027 CIP projects by Friday, May 22
- Commission to review ranked data at June meeting to make formal recommendation to City Council
- Commissioners to notify staff of additional projects for estimates prior to June meeting
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION WORK SESSION MEETING AGENDA
May 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1. Call to Order
2. Discussion
a. Cost Recovery/Subsidy Policy Development
b. 2027 Budget Discussion
3. Adjourn
Next Meeting
Tuesday, June 9 at 6:30 PM
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disabilities upon request by calling city hall at 651-452-1850 or by
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Parks and Recreation Work Session Memo
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
TO: Chair Blanks and Commissioners
FROM: Meredith Lawrence, Parks and Recreation/Assistant Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Cost Recovery/Subsidy Policy Development
ACTION REQUEST:
The Commission will be tasked with participating in an exercise that helps to spark discussion
regarding cost recovery rankings and which services provided should be the most subsidized, if
any.
BACKGROUND:
Goal Number 3 of the 2025 Park System Master Plan states, "Provide high quality recreation
programs and amenities that are well-developed, desired, and delivered to build a strong user
basis." A strategy for that goal is to: "Develop a cost-of-service study for each core program to
be considered to determine the cost to operate effectively and how to fund it through user
fees and earned income as much as possible."
In order to begin develo …
Tue May 5, 2026
City Council
State of the City Address presentation
The City Council will host a State of the City Address. No city business will be conducted during this meeting.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
May 5, 2026– 5:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, MN 55118
State of the City Address
A Quorum of the City Council may be present. There will be no City business conducted.
Schedule of Events:
4:45 pm - Doors Open
5:00 pm – Presentation Begins
Tue May 5, 2026
City Council
Ordinance 608 for no parking on Delaware Avenue and park contracts on agenda
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes adopting Ordinance 608 to prohibit parking on Delaware Avenue, approving contracts for painting streetlight poles, expanding the Wentworth basketball court, and replacing hockey boards at Wentworth Park. Other consent items include a grading permit for 1416 Dodd Road and deferring a street rehabilitation assessment at 706 Cheyenne Lane. Under new business, the Council will consider a variance for an accessibility ramp at 537 Junction Lane, a lot line adjustment for 1603 Dodd Road and 688 Wentworth Avenue, and a conditional use permit for a 1,499-square-foot attached garage at 1961 Glenhill Road. Presentations will cover the ZOOMS STEM Design Challenge and a Metro Transit update.
- Adopt Ordinance 608: No Parking on Delaware Avenue
- Approve contract to paint streetlight poles
- Approve contract for expansion of Wentworth basketball court
- Approve contract for hockey board replacement at Wentworth Park
- Approve variance for accessibility ramp at 537 Junction Lane
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✓ Decided: Council approved temporary fence at Friendly Hills Park and adopted no‑parking ordinance
The City Council adopted the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, approving multiple routine items. Councilors voted 4‑0 to adopt Ordinance No. 608, prohibiting parking on Delaware Avenue. Councilors also voted 4‑0 to approve the annual installation of a temporary fence at the Friendly Hills Park ball field for the 2026 season.
- Adopted meeting agenda (4‑0)
- Approved consent agenda items including General Fund Transfer and streetlight painting contract (4‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 608 – No parking on Delaware Avenue (4‑0)
- Approved annual temporary fence at Friendly Hills Park ball field (April 15–July 31, 2026) (4‑0)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions or deletions to the
agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Fire Department Badge Pinning-- Fire Captains Pat Noack and Daniel Goldenstein
6.
Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
Public comments provide an opportunity to address the City Council on items which are not
on the meeting agenda. All are welcome to speak. Individuals should address their
comments to the City Council as a whole, not individual members. Speakers are requested
to come to the podium and must state their name and address. Comments are limited to
three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
7.
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment on an item,
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a.
Approve Minutes from the April 21, 2026, City Council Meeting
b.
Approve Minutes from the April 21, 2026, City Council Work Session Meeting …
Tue Apr 28, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider wireless monopole tower at Wentworth Park
The commission will hold public hearings on a lot line adjustment at 1603 Dodd Road/688 Wentworth Avenue, a conditional use permit for a 1,499-square-foot attached garage at 1961 Glenhill Road, and a tabled conditional use permit for a new freestanding wireless monopole tower at 739 Wentworth Avenue (Wentworth Park). They will also revisit a tabled variance request for an accessibility ramp at 537 Junction Lane.
- Tabled CUP for new freestanding wireless monopole tower at 739 Wentworth Avenue (Wentworth Park)
- CUP for 1,499 sq ft attached garage at 1961 Glenhill Road
- Lot line adjustment for properties at 1603 Dodd Road and 688 Wentworth Avenue
- Tabled variance for accessibility ramp at 537 Junction Lane
- Approval of minutes from March 31, 2026 meeting
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of accessibility ramp variance (7-0)
The Planning Commission recommended approval of three items to the City Council: a variance for an accessibility ramp at 537 Junction Lane, a lot line adjustment for properties at 1603 Dodd Road and 688 Wentworth Avenue, and a conditional use permit for a 1,499-square-foot attached garage at 1961 Glenhill Road. All recommendations passed unanimously (7-0). A tabled conditional use permit for a wireless telecommunications tower at 739 Wentworth Avenue was discussed but no vote was taken; staff recommended further tabling pending revised plans.
- Recommended approval of variance for accessibility ramp at 537 Junction Lane (7-0)
- Recommended approval of lot line adjustment at 1603 Dodd Road and 688 Wentworth Avenue (7-0)
- Recommended approval of conditional use permit for 1,499 sq ft attached garage at 1961 Glenhill Road (7-0)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
April 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Approval of Minutes
a.
Approve meeting minutes from the March 31, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting.
4.
New and Unfinished Business
a.
Tabled - CASE No. 2026-02 Variance Application of Clarence Tweh for a Variance to
the front yard setback to accommodate the installation of an accessibility ramp at
537 Junction Lane
5.
Public Hearings
a.
CASE No. 2026-06 Lot Line Adjustment Application of Paul Linnell for a Lot Line
Adjustment of the properties located at 1603 Dodd Road and 688 Wentworth
Avenue
b.
CASE No. 2026-07 Conditional Use Permit Application of Homes by Tradition for a
Conditional Use Permit to allow an attached garage size of 1,499 square feet on the
property located at 1961 Glenhill Road
c.
Tabled - CASE No. 2026-05 Conditional Use Permit Application of Buell
Consulting, Inc. on behalf of The Towers LLC, requesting a Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) for a new freestanding wireless monopole tower at 739 Wentworth Avenue
(Wentworth Park)
6.
Updates/Staff Comments
7.
Adjourn
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on major rewrite of subdivision regulations
The City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 607 to repeal and replace Title 11, the city's subdivision regulations. They will also decide on the Lexington Heights Planned Unit Development amendment, which was tabled from the previous meeting. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as Hampshire Estates street improvements contracts and a geothermal assessment contract.
- Adopt Ordinance 607 to repeal and replace Title 11: Subdivision Regulations
- Resolution 2026-22 approving Lexington Heights PUD amendment and zoning amendment (tabled from April 7)
- Award contract for Hampshire Estates street improvements (consent items k & l)
- Award professional services contract for test bore drilling for Public Works geothermal assessment (consent m)
- Approve temporary liquor license for Beth Jacob Congregation and liquor license renewals
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✓ Decided: City Council updates subdivision regulations and approves Lexington Heights PUD
The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 607 to repeal and replace the city's subdivision regulations. Council also approved a final development plan and zoning amendment for the Lexington Heights Planned Unit Development. Additionally, a consent agenda was passed covering various administrative approvals and contracts.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 607 to repeal and replace Title 11 Subdivision Regulations (5-0)
- Authorized publication of a summary ordinance for Ordinance No. 607 (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-22 for Lexington Heights PUD Final Development Plan (4-0-1)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 606 for Lexington Heights PUD zoning amendment (5-0-1)
- Approved temporary liquor license for Beth Jacob Congregation (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Hampshire Estates street improvement contracts (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Fire Captains Pat Noack and Daniel Goldenstein (5-0)
- Accepted resignation of Katie Bengtson and authorized Communications Coordinator recruitment (5-0)
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
April 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights
1.
Call to Order
2.
Roll Call
3.
Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Approval of the Agenda
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agenda. These items may be submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.
5.
Public Comments - for items not on the agenda
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three (3) minutes. No action will be taken; however, the Mayor and Council may ask
clarifying questions as needed or request staff to follow up.
6.
Consent Agenda
Items on the consent agenda are approved by one motion of the City Council. If a
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the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered separately. Items
removed from the consent agenda will be taken up as the next order of business.
a.
Approve Minutes from the April 7, 2026, City Council Meeting
b.
Approve City Administrator Out of Metro Travel Request
c.
Approve Resolution 2026-27 Accepting a Park Bench Donation
d.
Adopt Resolution 2026-30 Accept …
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 56 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $11.0M | ALLTECH ENGINEERING CORP Department of Defense · W81ET451080897 |
| $8.5M | AVM CONSTRUCTION LLC Department of Labor · HUBERT H. HUMPHREY JCC - PROJECT 3431 CONSTRUCTION ACQUISITION PHASE I |
| $8.5M | ALLTECH ENGINEERING CORP Department of Defense · REPAIR TAINTER VALVES AT CHOUTEAU, NEWT GRAHAM, AND W.D. MAYO LOCKS AN |
| $2.6M | ALLTECH ENGINEERING CORP Department of Defense · INTAKE REPAIRS, CONDUIT REPAIRS AND SERVICE FOR STILLWATER DAM |
| $873,500 | ALLTECH ENGINEERING CORP Department of Defense · NOLIN HOIST REPLACEMENT |
| $671,190 | RESTAURANT TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Department of Defense · CLOSED LOOP OIL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM |
| $457,466 | TOWER SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Defense · THIS REQUIREMENT IS FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO PTM-130 MODEL 80' PORTABLE |
| $239,091 | TOWER SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Defense · PTM-130-80 FTX PORTABLE TOWER |
| $218,385 | NATIVE RESOURCE PRESERVATION LLC Department of Agriculture · FIA BPA CALL MICHIGANS NORTHERN LOWER AND EASTER UPPER PENINSULA |
| $213,200 | NATIVE RESOURCE PRESERVATION LLC Department of the Interior · HAZARDOUS FUEL REDUCTION/FUEL BREAKS-SHERBURNE NWR, MN |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Dakota County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities2 (2023)
Business establishments10,964 (185,426 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (38 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy10.5% (low numeracy 16% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$17.6M
Spending$17.5M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load
Outstanding debt$20.6M
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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