Mendota Heights Officials: Be Mindful of Door-to-Door Solicitors

Throughout the year, and especially during the summer months, door-to-door soliciting takes place in Mendota Heights.

The practice often raises questions for residents. Here’s a quick look at what you need to know:

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Allowed: Any person going door-to-door for the primary purpose of exercising that person’s basic constitutional rights such as freedom of speech, according to a news release.

There is no registration with the city needed. This activity is allowed from 9:00 am to one half hour before sunset.

• Candidates for political office
• A person promoting religious beliefs or causes.
• A non-profit or charitable organization seeking donations, organization memberships, or other financial support for their religious, social, or political organizations.

• Utility service companies, Comcast and CenturyLink, are allowed since they each have a franchise agreement with the city.

Not Allowed: Mendota Heights does not allow any commercial type of door to door selling.
If you suspect a door-to-door salesperson is violating City ordinance, please call 9-1-1 for a response from the Mendota Heights Police Department. They will try to catch up with the person.

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