Hot Topics: March 21, 2008

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Minnetonka Mills Park concept plan to be reviewed April 2

The Minnetonka Park Board will review concept plans for Minnetonka Mills Park, to be located north of Minnetonka Boulevard between I-494 and Burwell Drive, at its meeting Wednesday, April 2. Learn more.

Minnetonka Kids Read: April 12

The Minnetonka Community Commission and Hennepin County Library invite kids in grades one and up to read “Ruby Lu: Empress of Everything,” then attend a book discussion Saturday, April 12. Learn more.

Low-impact landscape and yard care workshops set for April and May

Would you like to learn more about low-impact landscaping or organic lawn care? Then plan to attend one or both of these workshops. Learn more.

Register for a rain garden workshop

If you’re interested in learning how to manage yard runoff by installing a rain garden, consider attending a Metro Blooms rain garden workshop Thursday, June 5, 6:30–8:30 p.m., at the Minnetonka Community Center Learn more.

Get Active

Summer recreation registration underway

Summer recreation registration started March 10 for residents and starts March 24 for non-residents. Learn more

Adult softball, kickball registration underway

Spring is just around the corner, and now is the time to register your adult summer softball or adult summer kickball team. Recreation Services is now accepting team registrations for men’s, women’s, and co-rec softball and for co-rec kickball. Learn more

Register now for spring adult basketball

The Minnetonka Recreation Services Department is now accepting team registrations for the spring session of three-player adult basketball. Learn more

Public Safety

A reminder about fire alarm fees

If your home or business is monitored by a private alarm monitoring company, and they initiate an automatic fire alarm to the Minnetonka Fire Department, be prepared to pay the city a $250 service fee. Learn more.

Project Center

Curious about city construction?

If you have questions about construction projects in the city—from roads, to sewer and water utilities, to drainage and storm sewer—visit our City Projects page to find out everything you want to know. Learn more.

History Fact

Prior to 1852, who traveled along the present route of Baker Road and Plymouth Road?

The Dakota/Sioux and Ojibway/Chippewa Indians used this route to travel between Shakopee on the Minnesota River and Mille Lacs Lake east of Brainerd. The trail crossed Minnehaha Creek just below the rapids at present-day Minnetonka Mills. The Indians would sometimes camp overnight near the creek.

News You Can Use

Take a stand against crime: join a Neighborhood Watch

Neighborhood Watch, Block Watch, Town Watch, Building Watch, Crime Watch—whatever the name, it’s one of the most effective and least costly ways to prevent crime and reduce fear. Learn more.

Help monitor Minnetonka’s wetlands

If you’ve ever wanted to wade in a wetland, get your hands muddy, and discover the plants and animals that live in the murky shallows, we want you! Learn more.

Spring load restrictions in effect

Spring load restrictions for area roads went into effect Friday, March 14, at 12:01 a.m. Learn more.

Get a compost bin dirt cheap!

Hennepin County has partnered with Lakewinds Natural Foods, Bachman’s and The Reuse Center to sell compost bins. Learn more.

Tax notices set to be mailed in March

Residents will receive two notices in March related to property taxes. Learn more.

Recreation and Public Works summer and year-round employment opportunities now available

Recreation and Public Works summer and year-round employment opportunities are now available. Learn more.

Street sweeping starts March 31

In a sure sign of spring, street sweeping by Minnetonka Public Works will begin Monday, March 31, weather permitting—and if the weather does not cooperate, the start date will be moved to Monday, April 7. Learn more.

Wanted: history lovers

If you’ve thought about being a tour guide, consider volunteering at the Burwell House this year. Learn more.

Pruning trees? Drop off brush in March

To assist residents who conduct proper winter pruning, the brush drop-off site at Minnetonka Public Works will be open every Saturday in March from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn more

Lake Minnetonka Dial-a-Ride available to residents of all ages

Learn about the Lake Minnetonka Dial-a-Ride bus service, which provides curb-to-curb service to entertainment, shopping, appointments and other transit hubs. Learn more.

Need emergency home repairs?

If your home is in need of emergency repairs, you may be eligible for a loan if you meet certain income restrictions. Learn more.

The ABCs of city snow removal

Learn the ABCs of snow removal in Minnetonka!
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