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Edina City Council agrees to look at funding options BY KATIE MINTZ – SUN NEWSPAPERS Edina is inching closer to opening its pocketbook for Southdale Center. A majority of city council members indicated Tuesday, Nov. 29, at a work session that they would support providing some form of financial assistance to spur renovation at the 55-year-old mall. But the potential method of payment – whether grant, loan or otherwise – remains unclear. Representatives from Southdale and owner Simon Property Group Inc. appeared at the meeting to discuss a request for $5.38 million in grant funds from the city for a makeover of the nation’s first indoor regional shopping center. According to City Manager Scott Neal, Simon is seeking a city decision ahead of an upcoming internal meeting

Council considers adding to existing municipal parking BY KATIE MINTZ – SUN NEWSPAPERS Above, Edina 4-year-old Gavin Wedum, left, and 1-year-old brother Nolan Wedum, right, recite their wish lists for Santa Claus at the city’s first Santa’s Breakfast at the Peak Saturday morning, Dec. 3, at Edinborough Park. Big sister Emerson Wedum, 5, not pictured, joined them. Recreation Supervisor Kristen Aarsvold said the event, which included a continental breakfast, was a relaxed alternative to long lines to meet Santa at the mall. At right, Eli Pietig, 5, of Bloomington gives Santa Claus’ beard a tug Saturday morning, Dec. 3, at Santa’s Breakfast at the Peak at Edinborough Park in Edina. Eli said he asked Santa for a “truck with motorcycles on it,” and a Nintendo DSi XL video game system.

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Edina police officers bring home the bacon City nabs $1M in revenue from courts BY KATIE MINTZ – SUN NEWSPAPERS Edina remains tops in citations, based on a report from Hennepin County District Court. The court recently released details about its disbursement of fines paid to the court for criminal, traffic, parking and local ordinance violations, surcharges, court fees and forfeited or unclaimed bail back to originating jurisdictions. According to a court document, for fiscal year 2011, Edina received $1.13 million – the most of any city in Hennepin County except Minneapolis, which received $9.21 million. Third behind Edina, receiving $1.12 million was Bloomington, which has approximately 35,000 more residents than Edina, based on 2010 U.S. Census figures. Minnetonka, which has about 2,000 more residents than Edina, received just over half the amount at $588,949. Edina Police Chief Jeff Long explained that officers in Edina write more citations than most agencies in Hennepin County. The city is fortunate to be able to focus on traffic enforcement, which helps keep streets safe and city expenses down, he said. “Some cities have drug or prostitution issues or other issues that really take up their time and attention,” Long said. “Fortunately, for us with a lower crime rate we get into neighborhoods for traffic stops.” While the city budgets to receive about $950,000 to $1.2 million in court disbursements each year, he said officers do not have quotas to meet – a common misconception. He said he hears complaints that Edina officers are overly aggressive and stop anyone driving 5 miles per hour over the limit, but that is not the case. He said there is a legitimate need for enforcement.

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“It’s not a perceived issue. This is a real issue,” Long said. In October of this year, Edina officers issued 912 speeding citations alone. On local streets, tickets went to drivers going 9 mph to 25 mph over the speed limit, with an average of 16 mph over the limit. On highways, tickets went to drivers going 13 mph to 36 mph over the limit, for an average of 17 mph. In February 2011, Long said a person was ticketed for going 72 mph on West 66th Street, where the speed limit is 30. The driver was attempting to catch a school bus that his or her children had missed, Long said. “We have about 34 officers out writing citations and if they can write over 20,000 citations a year at these averages, somebody is being aggressive and it’s not the police department. It’s the drivers,” Long said. Long, however, said he does credit officers, including three full-time traffic

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Edina officer inspires bone marrow registry event Sgt. Steve Stroh is fighting multiple myeloma with bone marrow donation BY KATIE MINTZ – SUN NEWSPAPERS The Edina Police Department is asking community members to open their mouths and roll up their sleeves to help others in need. The department will host a bone marrow registry and blood drive 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, at City Hall, 4801 W. 50th St., in Edina. The event is being held in the name of Edina Sgt. Steve Stroh, who is battling multiple myeloma, a cancer of the plasma cells in bone marrow. Normally, plasma cells help the body fight infection by producing antibodies. In multiple myeloma, plasma cells grow out of control and form tumors in the bone, making it hard for the bone marrow to produce healthy blood cells. KAREL SMITH 612-986-3704

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Diabetes diagnoses doesn’t deter Edina runner Janet Chen running Boston Marathon to support diabetes research BY JANET CHEN – GUEST COLUMNIST Early last year I was packing clothes for a warm weather trip and noticed everything seemed about two sizes too big. On the scale at my annual doctor’s appointment, my weight had dropped nearly 10 pounds. The next day my doctor called with results from routine blood work consistent with a diagnosis of late-onset type 1 diabetes. Long known as juvenile diabetes, type 1 diabetes most often begins in childhood though the condition sometimes develops in adults. I was diagnosed with latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA), sometimes called type 1.5 diabetes, in which the immune system destroys beta cells in the pancreas – cells that produce insulin. Without enough insulin, blood sugar levels can become too high, resulting in nerve damage, blindness and other problems if untreated. Type 1 diabetes and LADA are incurable and demand near-constant attention to blood sugar levels and treatment with insulin to keep them normal. Because LADA appears in adulthood, usually after age 30, it may be initially mistaken for type 2 diabetes, which was the case with me. In type 2 diabetes, which can develop at any age, the pancreas produces an adequate supply of insulin, but body tissues become resistant to its effects, often

Janet Chen of Edina, right, and sister Gail Lederman, left, cross the finish line at the ING New York City Marathon Sunday, Nov. 6. Chen will also run the Boston Marathon in April to raise money for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. (Submitted photo) because of excess weight or obesity. Weight loss often reverses the condition. With nearly 26 million children and adults in America living with diabetes, and another 79 million at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes, the disease is taking a devastating physical, emotional and financial toll on our country. Recent numbers by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention paint a desperate situation of

where we are at, and where we are headed: – Every 17 seconds, someone is diagnosed with diabetes. – Recent estimates project that as many as one in three American adults will have diabetes in 2050. – Studies suggest that when additional costs for gestational diabetes, pre-diabetes and undiagnosed diabetes are included, the total diabetes-related costs in the U.S. could exceed $218 billion. With my medical background I knew that I didn’t have type 2 diabetes. I ate right, exercised and did not have a family history of type 2 diabetes. I saw an endocrinologist who told me that I had LADA and should start insulin. Within a week I was learning how to test my blood sugar, inject insulin and count carbohydrates. The diagnosis of diabetes has been life changing to say the least, but has not deterred me from my passion of running marathons and my job as a neonatal nurse practitioner at Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota. I ran in the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon and the ING New York City Marathon last month while managing my diabetes and plan on running the 2012 Boston Marathon this April. This marathon will be special for me because I grew up in the Boston area and always watched the marathon as a kid, but what will really make it a special race for me is that I will be running to raise money for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. For more information on my effort, visit jdrf.org/teamjdrfbostonmarathon and type in Janet Chen in the “participant/team” search box.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR MacHolda made a difference in Edina To the editor: I’d like to express my appreciation for Ed MacHolda, Edina’s outgoing assistant park and recreation director. As a 2001 Edina graduate and former Edina Aquatic Center employee, Ed served as my

supervisor through high school and college. Not only did he grow up across the street from the pool, he has worked for the city for 26 years, making his recent departure a true loss for Edina. Rather than simply being a boss to the kids who worked at the pool over the years, Ed served as a mentor and coach. He taught us about hard work,

customer service and teamwork. He reveled in nurturing our individual skills and allowing us the chance to display them. During my most formative years, Ed offered me the gift of responsibility and faith in my talents. I garnered more realworld know-how managing the pool than I have in any job since.

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Revenue FROM PAGE 3 officers, for their dedication. He said they work every minute of every shift. Revenue from the citations they write help cover the department’s cost, which in addition to regular police salaries includes pay for a prosecutor, overtime for officers when they are subpoenaed to appear in court and added administrative work. “We are able to budget less out of general tax dollars because we are bringing in a significant amount of revenue,” Long said. Through its focus on traffic, the city also catches more serious offenders. While not every driver is a criminal, criminals typically drive, Long added. Traffic stops have netted burglars and kidnappers, recovered stolen property and more. That keeps Edina’s crime rate one of the lowest in the metro area, he said. In total, Hennepin County District Court disbursed $56.9 million in fiscal year 2011, according to the report. The 44 municipalities received $17.71 million. The state received $37.11 million, the majority of which went to the general fund. Smaller amounts were paid to the Minnesota State Patrol and Department of Natural Resources. Hennepin County received. $1.11 million shared between the sheriff ’s office, county attorney’s office, law library and Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation. The University of

Letters FROM PREVIOUS PAGE mentorship of the facility’s employees that has had the greatest impact. I hope he knows that he made a genuine, positive and lasting difference in many young lives. I think I can speak for all former and current Edina pool workers in saying thank you. Mackenzie Lobby Edina

Another Doug Johnson To the editor: In the Dec. 1 Edina Sun-Current there was a letter to the editor titled “Fireplace change feel-good symbolism.” It was penned by Douglas Johnson of Edina.

Top 10 Hennepin County cities by disbursement Minneapolis – $9.21 million Edina – $1.13 million Bloomington – $1.12 million Plymouth – $779,090 Minnetonka – $588,949 Eden Prairie – $503,236 Maple Grove – $413,826 Brooklyn Park – $408,750 Champlin – $326,579 Brooklyn Center – $323,771 Source: Hennepin County District Court

Top 10 Hennepin County cities by population Minneapolis – 382,578 Bloomington – 82,893 Brooklyn Park – 75,781 Plymouth – 70,576 Maple Grove – 61,567 Eden Prairie – 60,797 Minnetonka – 49,734 Edina – 47,941 St. Louis Park – 45,250 Richfield – 35,228 Source: 2010 U.S. Census Minnesota, Metropolitan Airports Commission, Lake Minnetonka Conservation District and Three Rivers Parks District also received disbursements, according to the court. I want to make it clear that the editorial was not written by me. I have the utmost respect for our city leaders. I do not know that Douglas Johnson but want to make certain that I am not attached to his editorial. This is the darker side of having a common name. It is unfortunate that some people feel so cavalier about bashing wellintentioned volunteers, city staff and city council members. It is one thing to disagree on issues. It is another to demean those folks in a public forum. I also find it unfortunate that the person who chose to do so has the same name. As for discerning that Douglas Johnson from this Doug Johnson, note that I am Doug Johnson, former director of Community Education Services and community relations with Edina Public Schools. Doug Johnson Edina

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Q. What happens to the ashes after cremation? A. Your cremated remains (ashes) will be handled according to your written instructions. They may be picked up by your survivors, or will be delivered or mailed for a fee.

Q. At the time of death, what is the cost for the cremation service? A. The cost of the basic cremation service which includes removal of the body from the place of death, cremation, filing of the necessary papers and cardboard container suitable for burial is presently $1395.00 for members. This is payable at the time services are rendered. The charge to non-members, whom we also service, is more.

At the time of death, our counselors are available to assist your survivors in arranging for memorial services, obtaining certified copies of the death certificate, cemetery services, grave makers and monuments, obituaries for the newspaper and paperwork for Social Security and Veterans’ benefits.

Q. How do I join the Cremation Society of Minnesota? A. Fill out the registration form and mail it to our office with a one time registration fee of $15.00 per person. This fee defrays the cost of setting up and maintaining your records. It is not refundable nor an offset to the final service costs. We will register you and send you wallet-sized membership cards and certificate of registration. Members may call or write us regarding any related questions.

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Edina recently received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States. The certificate is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and was awarded to the city for its comprehensive annual financial report. The report for the 2010 fiscal year was reviewed by an impartial panel of financial statement preparers, independent auditors, academics and other finance professionals and deemed to meet the high standards of the program, including demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate the city’s financial story. This is the fifth consecutive year the Edina Finance Department has received the recognition. Annually, approximately 100 Minnesota municipalities receive the award. To view the annual financial report and other budget documents, visit cityofedina.com/finance.

Susie Miller became general manager of Braemar Arena for the city of Edina in October. Miller was formerly assistant park manager at Edinborough Park. As general manager, Miller will be responsible for marketing, scheduling ice time and events, working with Edina’s hockey teams and associations, helping the public and supervising the arena’s staff. Miller began work for the city as a recreation supervisor in 1998 until she was promoted as Edinborough Park’s assistant manager in 2007, after receiving a master’s degree in recreation administration. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in recreation, parks and leisure services. At Edinborough, she said she fell in love with running a business. At Braemar Arena, which already provides ice time to teams, offers private figure skating lessons and open skating time, she said she hopes to add more city-run programs, like co-recreational fun leagues and camps. She said adult open hockey opportunities for both men and women would launch soon.

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Fire report The Edina Fire Department responded to the following incidents Nov. 21-27: Nov. 21 – Paramedic firefighters responded to four calls for emergency medical service. Firefighters investigated a carbon monoxide alarm malfunction. One false fire alarm was reported. Nov. 22 – A vehicle fire was reported in the parking lot of a restaurant on the 3200 block of Southdale Circle. The fire was out when firefighters arrived. Recent damage to the fuse box was the likely cause of the electrical short and fire. Firefighters extinguished a fire in a construction dumpster on the 4300 block of Crocker Avenue. The cause of the fire was not determined. A natural gas leak was investigated at a restaurant in the

Galleria. Firefighters detected a slight odor but there was not enough to register a reading on the gas monitor. The gas company responded to investigate. A report of a gas odor was investigated on the 5900 block of Dewey Hill Road. No combustible gas was detected using gas monitors. A sewer gas smell was noted in basement near the main drain. The homeowner was advised to put water in the trap drain to help the smell dissipate. There were 11 EMS responses. Nov. 23 – Firefighters investigated a carbon monoxide alarm on the 5800 block of Saint Johns Avenue. Levels of carbon monoxide were measured in the home and suspected to be from using a gas stove and oven for hours without a ventilation fan or fresh air exchange. There were five EMS incidents and three false fire alarms. Nov. 24 – There were nine EMS responses and two false fire alarms. Nov. 25 – Paramedics and an engine crew responded to a vehi-

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cle crash on Highway 62 at Tracy Avenue. There were 13 EMS incidents and one false fire alarm. Nov. 26 – A smoke alarm alerted residents to a fire at a home on the 6400 block of Josephine Avenue. A dry chemical fire extinguisher was discharged and the family evacuated safely before calling 911. Firefighters arrived and extinguished the remaining smoldering fire, which appeared to be caused by clothing on the floor too close to the water heater. Fire damage was isolated to the items on the floor and to the water heater. Smoke was ventilated from the home. Firefighters investigated a report of an electrical smell in a home on the 5400 block of Mirror Lakes Drive. A florescent bulb in a lamp had malfunctioned, charring and melting the aluminum around the base of the bulb. There were 13 EMS responses and two false fire alarms. Nov. 27 – There were 10 EMS incidents and one false fire alarm.

Edina’s newest fire engine arrives A new fire truck recently became part of the Edina Fire Department’s fleet. The new truck replaces the old Engine 82, which was purchased in 1986. “The old truck was no longer efficient given the advances in firefighting technology,” Edina Fire Chief Marty Scheerer said. He noted that the 1986 engine was equipped with manual levers and pressure and volume controls. The new engine is electronic. The new engine, also called Engine 82, holds 750 gallons of water, compared to 500 gallons in the 1986 engine. It also features a firefighting foam tank and portioning system, something the old engine did not have. “The new rig holds 250 additional gallons of water compared to the old one,” Scheerer said. “In the event of a fire, the extra water will add a few very

valuable minutes for our firefighters.” A tighter turning radius, better braking, greater access to rescue equipment, better emergency lighting, improved crash safety and better fuel efficiency are additional features of the new truck, he said. Since Edina’s firefighters are also trained paramedics, the new fire truck also offers interior EMS storage space that keeps medications and equipment at proper temperatures. The new truck arrived at Edina Fire Department’s Station No. 1 in mid-November and was expected to be in service in early December. The custom-built truck cost approximately $400,000, which is below the average price of a new fire truck. The last time the Fire Department purchased a new fire truck was in 2005 when Engine 83 was bought.

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Edina, Bloomington, Richfield and south Minneapolis. Donations of new and unwrapped toys valued between $10 and $20 will be collected until Sunday, Dec. 18, at Edina Fire Station No. 1, 6250 Tracy Ave., and at the Edina Police Department, 4801 W. 50th St.

The Edina Fire and Police departments are serving as drop-off sites for a toy drive benefiting Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People, a local charity serving

According to VEAP, the greatest need is for toys, rattles, music and movement toys and board books for children ages 0 to 3 and chapter books, crafts, educational games and toys for children ages 9 to 12. Hats, mittens and scarves for all ages as well as $15 gift cards to local retailers for older children are also sug-

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EHS Competition Cheerleading and Santa Pancake Breakfast Where: Edina High School cafeteria, 6754 Valley View Road, Edina (enter Door 7) When: 9 a.m. to noon Price: $5 Info: rdebates@comcast.net

Minnesota Symphonic Winds “Winter Reflections” Holiday Concert Where: Edina High School’s Leo J. Fick Auditorium, 6754 Valley View Road, Edina When: 3 p.m. Price: $6 adults, $3 children ages 5-12, children under 5 free Info: mswinds.org or 612567-9463

Northern Lights Suzuki School for Violins Holiday Performance Where: Galleria, 3510 W. 70th St., Edina (west end near Louis Vuitton) When: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Price: Free Info: galleriaedina.com

Holiday Stroll Reindeer Sleigh Rides and Carolers Where: 50th Street and France Avenue, Edina When: 1-3 p.m. Price: Free Info: 952-922-1524 or 50thandfrance.com

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South of the River Community Band Where: Edinborough Park, 7700 York Ave. S., Edina When: 7 p.m. Price: Free Info: 952-833-9540

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“BRAVA! Sings... A Joyful Song of Christmas” Where: Colonial Church, 6200 Colonial Way, Edina When: 7 p.m. Price: $10 adults, $8 seniors and students, free for children under 12 Info: bravasings.net

Field School Orchestra and Choirs Holiday Performance Where: Galleria, 3510 W. 70th St., Edina (west end near Louis Vuitton) When: 5:30-7 p.m. Price: Free Info: galleriaedina.com

Edina High School Symphonic Band Concert Where: EHS Fick Auditorium, 6754 Valley View Road, Edina When: 7:30-9 p.m. Info: edinabands.com

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Parking FROM PAGE 1 Councilmember Mary Brindle said retail stores and restaurants at 50th and France are popular now, but in a precarious position. “Thankfully we have an area that is very desirable. Now, that can change if we say I can never find a place to park there,” she said. “None of us want 50th and France to be mortally wounded by its own charm,” Mayor Jim Hovland said. The city has been working with property owners in the 50th Street and France Avenue Business District to address parking issues for the last few years, Public Works Director Wayne Houle said. It updated a 2008 parking study last spring and found a statistical need for approximately 200 additional spaces to meet current demand. There are now about 1,350 parking spaces in the area, including three city ramps, private and public surface lots. “There is a shortage of parking down

to the middle ramp, bringing the total to 274 there. It’s not just anecdote or observation new parking spaces. in the area,” Houle said. Real estate developer Gene Haugland, The city researched several scenarios to who owns the 5000 France building and repadd parking spaces, including reconstructresented property owners at the meeting, ing ramps at costs upwards of $10 million said they preferred the each. Working with option that would add property owners, who the most spaces in the will pay for the project least amount of time through special assesswithin their budget. ment, the city landed He said they deteron a lower cost proposmined they could al. afford an $8.5 million For a preliminary project if assessments estimate of $6.5 milare spread over 20 lion, staff proposed adding one level with – Edina Mayor Jim Hovland years at an interest rate of 5 percent. The 90 new spaces to the impact to business owners annually would middle ramp, located on the south side of be $720,000 or $2 per square foot. West 49 1/2 Street, and an addition with 94 “We don’t want to get known as a comspaces to the south ramp, located on West munity that doesn’t have enough parking, 51st Street. Both ramps would also be outfitso don’t go to 50th and France, because once ted with elevators. Other proposed you do that, you’re on a downward slide,” improvements include replacement of sidehe said. “Those of us who are owners can’t walk pavers, landscaping, irrigation and a afford to be on a downward slide.” vehicle count system that would alert Alan Ackerberg with Parasole motorists which ramps have available Restaurant Holdings, which operates Salut spaces. Bar Americain and Mozza Mia at 50th and For another approximately $2 million, a France, said the improvements were necessecond level with 90 spaces could be added

‘None of us want 50th and France to be mortally wounded by its own charm.’

sary, but he would prefer some portion of the assessment be spread over a broader base than the 50th Street and France Avenue Business District. Hovland noted the inequity in Edina merchants on the west side of France Avenue paying for a project that merchants on the east side in Minneapolis would also benefit from. City Manager Scott Neal said he met with Minneapolis staff about creating a bilateral maintenance district but was not successful. Council members indicated that they would support the proposal with two added levels at the middle ramp and addition at the south ramp if the detailed feasibility proposal finds they are within the $8.5 million budget. The council also directed staff to research financing options that would allow for a low interest rate to help keep costs down. A public hearing for the project is tentatively set in February. If the project, which will require height and setback variances, is approved, construction on the middle ramp would begin this spring after the Edina Art Fair and be completed by next holiday season. Construction on the south ramp would begin in spring 2013.

LEGAL NOTICES City of Edina (Official Publication) CITY OF EDINA 4801 WEST 50TH STREET EDINA, MINNESOTA 55424 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON VACATION OF UTILITY EASEMENTS IN THE CITY OF EDINA HENNEPIN COUNTY MINNESOTA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota will hold a public hearing December 20, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers at 4801 West 50th Street to consider a request for public utility easements described as follows to be vacated: LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT PROPOSED TO BE VACATED: Description for drainage and utility easement for 5023 Nob Hill Dr. Edina Mn 55439 Vacate the West 209.69 feet of the East 219.69 feet of the 5 foot Drainage and Utility Easement adjacent to the North line of Lot 1 Block 1 Oak Ridge of Edina also vacate the west 209.69 feet of the East 219.69 feet of the South 10 foot Drainage and Utility Easement adjacent to the south line of Lot 8 Block 1 Engstrom Marnie Addition all of record in Hennepin County Minnesota Subject to a Drainage and Utility Easement over under and across a strip of land 10 feet wide the centerline being 32.5 Feet North of the south line at right angles to the south line of Lot 8 Block 1 Engstrom Marnie Addition All persons who desire to be heard with respect to the question of whether or not the above proposed street right of way and utility and drainage vacation is in the public interest and should be made shall be heard at said time and place. The Council shall consider the extent to which such proposed street vacation affects existing easements within the area of the proposed vacation and the extent to

which the vacation affects the authority of any person, corporation, or municipality owning or controlling electric, telephone or cable television poles and lines, gas and sewer lines, or water pipes, mains, and hydrants on or under the area of the proposed vacation, to continue maintaining the same or to enter upon such easement area or portion thereof vacated to maintain, repair, replace, remove, or otherwise attend thereto, for the purpose of specifying, in any such vacation resolution, the extent to which any or all of such easement, and such authority to maintain, and to enter upon the area of the proposed vacation, shall continue. BY ORDER OF THE EDINA CITY COUNCIL Debra A. Mangen, City Clerk Dated: November 22, 2011 (Dec. 1 & 8, 2011) D1-5023NobHill

Certificate of Assumed Name (Official Publication) MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: PC Control Technologies, LLC Principal Place of Business: 5840 Oaklawn Avenue, Edina, MN 55424 List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and

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Public Notice (Official Publication) MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE Minnesota Limited Liability Company Notice of Dissolution Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 322B Name of Limited Liability Company: Pulte Title Agency of Minnesota, LLC If the Dissolution is approved pursuant to 322B.806 subd 2, the date & place of the meeting where the resolution was approved; and a statement that the requisite vote of the members was received, or that the member validly took action without a meeting - Chap 322B.81 subd 1 (2)(i): Date of Meeting: September 6, 2011 List the place where the meeting was held: Edina, Minnesota I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be re-

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Probate Notice (Official Publication) STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF HENNEPIN FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PROBATE MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION Court File No. 27-PA-PR-11-1326 NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR SUMMARY ASSIGNMENT OR DISTRIBUTION AND FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL EXEMPT ESTATE In Re: Estate of ALMA J. ANDERSON, Deceased. Notice is given that a petition has been filed requesting that the Estate assets be summarily assigned and distributed without probate administration. The petition also requests the probate of an instrument purporting to be the Decedent’s last will dated March 10, 1974 (“Will”). Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or at the hearing. If proper, and if no objections or claims are filed, the Court may issue a

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Public Notice (Official Publication) NOTICE OF SALE AND DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY PS Orangeco, Inc and/or Shurgard TRS, Inc will conduct sale(s) at Public Storage located at Edina 08309: 4425 West 77th St, Edina, MN 55435. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell at public auction on December 27th, 2011 at 2:00 pm personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools and/or other household items. The name of the person(s) whose personal property is to be sold is as follows: 1137 - Hobson, David; 1204 - Osterberg, Anne; 1208 - Lief, Edward; 2048 - Johnson, Abby; 2163 - Osterberg, Anne; 2204 - Tobin, Deborah; 2418 - Mindrum, Margaret. (Dec. 8, 15, 2011) PS 08309 D1-Edina-Dec27 Auction

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Girls hockey elite The Edina High girls hockey team has a key non-conference game with Hill-Murray at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at Aldrich Arena in St. Paul. Coach Laura Slominski’s Hornets are off to a good start with the line of Sarah Nielsen, Liz Trautz and Taylor Williamson leading the attack. Goalie Maddie Dahl has state tournament experience and the ability to make huge saves.

Boys basketball games Three Lake Conference teams will compete in 7 p.m. non-conference boys basketball games Friday, Dec. 9. Defending state Class 4A champion Hopkins travels to Minneapolis Patrick Henry, Wayzata hosts White Bear Lake and Edina plays at Park Center.

Edina girls travel Edina High’s girls basketball team will put its early-season winning streak on the line in a 7 p.m. non-conference game at Hill-Murray Friday, Dec. 9. The Pioneers are led by Miss Basketball of Minnesota candidate Tess Cichy. – Compiled by John Sherman

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Breakdown Tip-Off The Breakdown Sports Tip-Off Classic will feature the state’s elite boys basketball teams Saturday, Dec. 10, at Minnetonka High School. Top-ranked and defending state 4A champion Hopkins will try to show it has the potential to win a fourth straight state title at 6:45 p.m. as it meets fifth-ranked Cretin-Derham Hall in the Minnetonka East Gym. Benilde-St. Margaret’s, ranked first in Class 3A, will battle Eastview at 3:15 p.m. in the East Gym. Minnetonka concludes the 13-game Tip Off Classic with an 8:30 p.m. game against Buffalo in the East Gym. Games begin at 10:30 a.m. and continue all day in both Minnetonka High School gyms.

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SIX OUT OF EIGHT Lake Conference teams won six out of eight fall sports titles in the big-school classes – Edina (girls tennis and swimming), Eden Prairie (football, boys soccer and volleyball) and Wayzata (girls soccer).ΩΩ.

The Edina High boys hockey goalie made 25 stops Dec. 3 as the Hornets improved to 3-1 with a 5-1 victory at Lakeville South.

Grant Besse The Benilde-St. Margaret’s boys hockey forward had three goals and three assists in the Red Knights’ 16-0 victory over St. Cloud Tech Nov. 30 in St. Cloud.

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Eide takes off Sophomore defenseman Emily Eide is one of the young players who have given the Edina High girls hockey team a boost this winter. Eide and her teammates tied northern power Roseau 3-3 Dec. 2. (Photo by Brian Nelson – Contributing Photographer)

Edina has to wait for Lynch Coach Dorsey looks for MSHSL’s approval BY JOHN SHERMAN – SUN NEWSPAPERS Edina High boys basketball coach Pat Dorsey expected to have 6-foot-9 Jefferson transfer Reggie Lynch in the lineup for the season opener against Lakeville North, but that didn’t happen. Dorsey said he is optimistic the Minnesota State High School League will render a favorable ruling on Lynch’s eligibility this week. The MSHSL will have to decide if the Lynch situation meets the criteria for immediate varsity eligibility at the student’s new school. “It was my impression this fall that Reggie would be eligible,” said Dorsey. “Now, it might just be a matter of crossing the t’s and dotting the i’s. I am pretty confident it will work out.” Lynch, one of the most prominent

AAU players in the state, would certainly make a difference for Edina. Without Lynch, the Hornets got 24 fewer rebounds than Lakeville North in a 63-49 season-opening loss Dec. 3 at Edina Community Center. Lacking the post present they would have had with Lynch, the Hornets went to Plan B, which entailed shooting 18 three-pointers. By making only three of them, they gave Lakeville North’s big men a chance to haul in some soft rebounds. “It was a mental blow when we found out Reggie wouldn’t be playing,” said Dorsey. As for the Hornets’ cold shooting, Dorsey said the shots they took weren’t bad shots. “Our shooting had a lot to do with Lakeville North’s defense,” said Dorsey. “Shooting is infectious – both making them and missing them. If we had LYNCH: TO NEXT PAGE

The former Edina High basketball guard is a starter for the Salve Regina University squad in his freshman season. He scored 16 points in a victory over Endicott last week.

Maddie Dahl Edina High’s girls hockey goalie stopped 22 of 25 shots during a 3-3 tie Dec. 2 in Roseau. The Rams scored late in the third period to send the game into overtime.

Dylan Malmquist Edina High’s freshman forward scored two goals Dec. 3 as the Hornet boys hockey team won 5-1 at Lakeville South. Malmquist and defenseman Jack Walker are the only two freshmen on the Hornets’ varsity roster.

M.C. McGrory McGrory, a junior guard for the Edina High girls basketball team, scored 26 points Dec. 2 as the Hornets rolled to a 62-34 non-conference win over Rochester Mayo.

Taylor Williamson Edina High’s ninth-grade forward had a goal and an assist Dec. 2 as the girls hockey team skated to a 3-3 tie with the Roseau Rams.

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Lynch FROM PREVIOUS PAGE knocked down a few more outside shots, it could have been a different game.” The Hornets kept the score close in the first half, but in the second half Lakeville North opened a doubledigit lead. “I thought it was a great ballgame at halftime,” said Dorsey. “Both teams were making plays.” Mark Handberg, Edina’s 6-foot-4 junior forward, would have helped the rebounding cause, but he was on the bench with foul trouble most of the game and played fewer than 10 minutes. “Mark had three fouls right away in the first half, and then when he went back in, he got another quick foul,” said Dorsey. “It was kind of a short night for him. Mark is one of our better rebounders.” Junior guard Graham Woodward led Edina with 14 points while junior forward Nick Boone added 11 points. “If there was a silver lining to this game, it was Nick Boone’s individual effort,” said Dorsey. “He was 5-for-6 from the field. Nick has a little bit of an edge to him, and he plays hard. “Dane Tueteberg is another player who had a nice game. He’s a gogetter who is going to provide some depth.” In the opener, Dorsey started Boone, Handberg, Woodward, Philip DeBerg and Marley Allison. Woodward and DeBerg were AllLake Conference selections last season. Another returning starter from last year’s team, guard C.J. Johnson, suffered a knee injury early in the football season and will be out for the entire basketball season. “That’s a major loss,” said Dorsey. “C.J. was a high-spirited leader on the floor, the kind of leader who holds everyone accountable. He also took a lot of charges. We have to find out if we can replace some of that.” Next for the Hornets is a non-conference game with the Park Center Pirates at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, at Park Center High School in Brooklyn Park. The Hornets will continue their non-conference schedule when they return home for a 7 p.m. game with Woodbury Tuesday, Dec. 13, at Edina Community Center.

Malmquist leads attack with a pair of goals BY JOHN SHERMAN – SUN NEWSPAPERS

Junior guard Vivian Engen (11) is a playmaker and defender for the Edina High girls basketball team. (Photo by Brian Nelson • Contributing Photographer)

Edina High girls basketball comes out of the gate quickly Nilsen’s Hornets cruise to three straight wins BY JOHN SHERMAN – SUN NEWSPAPERS Edina High girls basketball coach Matt Nilsen might have one of the best backcourts in the state this season. It is certainly one of the more experienced backcourts with senior Katybeth Biewen, a fourth-year starter, and M.C. McGrory, a third-year starter. Both girls were All-Lake Conference last season, and they’ve played like that again this year in leading the Hornets to a 3-0 record. In games last week, the Hornets blitzed Stillwater 70-32 and Rochester Mayo 62-34. McGrory was the dominant player both nights, scoring 25 points against Stillwater and 26 against Mayo. “We did a good job of getting to the freethrow line against Stillwater,” said Edina head coach Matt Nilsen. “M.C. was 10-for13 and Katybeth was 9-for-12. One of our goals for the season is to make more free throws than the other team attempts.” Biewen scored 13 points against the Ponies while Madeline Rodriguez and

Lindsey Johnson each had eight points. Nine players scored in the Hornets’ win over Rochester Mayo Dec. 2 at the Edina High gym. In addition to McGrory’s 26, the Hornets got eight points from Biewen, seven from Julia Good and six from Rodriguez. “M.C. had an outstanding all-around game with eight rebounds and three steals,” Nilsen said. “She showed her ability to get to the basket and also hit three three-point shots. The good thing is she scored 26 points without forcing any shots. “Mayo gave us a good battle in the first half and we had to work hard for our sixpoint halftime lead. It was a good game at both ends of the floor.” The pendulum swung Edina’s way in the second half when the Hornets generated more of a running game. “Mayo zoned us the entire game, and it was good to see we could deal with that,” said Nilsen. The Hornets have been starting Biewen, Julia Good, Johnson, McGrory and Rodriguez early in the season. BASKETBALL: TO NEXT PAGE

Freshman wing Dylan Malmquist is one of many new faces on the Edina High boys hockey team this winter, and he is already becoming a fan favorite. Malmquist scored two goals Dec. 3 as the Hornets won a non-conference game with the Lakeville South Cougars 5-1 at Lakeville’s Hasse Arena. After losing star forwards Steven Fogarty and Michael Sit to graduation, Hornet head coach Curt Giles is looking for new sources of scoring, and he thinks he has found one in Malmquist. “Dylan has very good skills and knows the game extremely well,” Giles said. “The challenge for him is the same as it is for any freshman – how will he hold up mentally and physically?” Junior Tim Spicoli and sophomores Henry Rose and Connor Hurley also had goals for Edina in the Lakeville South game. Junior goalie Willy Benjamin was strong at the other end of the rink with 25 saves. “Willy made some big stops,” said Giles. “He was very sharp. Willy is a big kid who covers a lot of the net.” Giles used the Lakeville South game as a proving ground for the Hornets’ depth. “We rolled four lines and six defensemen,” he said. Giles said he has been pleased with the leadership of junior captain Parker Reno on defense. The other defensemen in the rotation are juniors Hayden Anderson, Ryan Hatch and Matt Nelson, sophomore Tyler Nanne and freshman Jack Walker. “They’re starting to understand the expectations, and they are moving the puck well,” said Giles. “Parker is an extremely good leader.” Edina is 3-1 in its first four games. “I hope the kids will continue to improve,” said Giles. “It is a good bunch to work with. All of them are good listeners who are eager to learn.”

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Hornets place eight on All-Lake swimming and diving squad Minnetonka lands 7 spots on honor team BY JOHN SHERMAN – SUN NEWSPAPERS Edina High’s girls swimming and diving team placed eight athletes on the AllLake Conference team, which was released last week by Edina athletic director John Soma. Lake Conference head coaches named six girls from Lake co-runner-up Minnetonka and six from Lake co-runner-up Wayzata. Eden Prairie was awarded four berths and Hopkins was awarded two. Senior Nikki Larson, who won four gold medals at the state Class AA meet, leads Edina’s selections. The other Hornets are seniors Paige Haller and

Edina High junior Madeleine Eden, one of eight Hornets selected to the All-Lake swimming and diving team, competes in the individual medley. (Photo by Brian Nelson – Contributing Photographer) Maryellen Campbell, juniors Yasmeen Almog, Madeleine Eden and Heather Laedtke and ninth-graders Olivia Anderson and Emma Wittmer. “Nikki had the four best swims of her career in the state finals,” said Edina

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head coach Jeff Mace. “She is a great leader along with our other seniors.” Minnetonka’s All-Lake Conference members are seniors Jenny Einhorn and Anna Jeska and juniors Carolyn Kane, Liz Kane, Mackenzie Smith and Amelia Schilling. Wayzata’s all-conference members are juniors Mackenzie Merriam and Emma Paulson, ninth-graders Brooke Fontaine and Nicole Fontaine and eighth-graders Anna Petty and Madison Preiss. Eden Prairie is represented by sophomores Rachel Baker and Kira Zubar, ninth-grader Sarah Coolidge and eighthgrader Bre Thorne. Hopkins’ selections are seniors Abby

Whritenour and Jasmine Smith-Sharp. The following girls were selected AllLake honorable mention. Eden Prairie: senior Emma Novak, junior Ellie Suek and sophomore Logan Back. Edina: seniors Kim Larson and Emily Flack and sophomore Kate Moreton. Hopkins: senior Mykael Pirner, sophomore Rae Bullinger and seventh-grader Kate Glover. Minnetonka: senior Sarah Mahoney, sophomore Abby Saddler and ninthgrader Morgan Engel. Wayzata: juniors Steph Deis and Kirsten Olson and sophomore Zoe Tu.

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Sophomores Shannon Good and Jaime Schnell are leaders off the bench along with ninth-grader Jill Morton. Rounding out the varsity are seniors Carly Crist and Haley Neve and juniors Abby Ingalls, Hailey Merrill and Maddy Nash. Next for the Edina girls is a non-conference game against Hill-Murray at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, at Hill-Murray. The Pioneers come into the game ranked fifth in Class 3A.

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McGrory and Rodriguez are juniors. The other three are seniors. Junior guard Vivian Engen, who played part of the season-opening win over Rosemount, is out with a concussion, but the Hornets hope she can return soon.

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FREE ESTIMATES Insured, Bonded & Licensed No. 20011251

Specializing in: CT CONSTRUCTION Custom Build & Remodel

Design, Create, Inspire.

Baths/Kitchs/Bsmts crptry, cer tile, walls Lic 4614 I do My own work 612-968-2311

612-327-7843

EGRESS WINDOWS FREE EST YEAR ROUND INS/LIC 651-777-5044

License #20588723

2010

Air Conditioning & Heating

• Window & Door $27,800 Replacement 16’x16’ room • Additions • Roofs Theaddition • Basements Origina Call for details • Garages 28 yrs. exp. • Decks • Siding Insurance Claims

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Building & Remodeling

* Home Remodeling/ * Renovation 20+ yrs Ref's & owner on the Job Site! Rob 612-578-4897

Building & Remodeling

2100

Tom Hosek Construction

ARTHUR THEYSON CONSTRUCTION WORK GUARANTEED

Computer Services

Harmony PC Computer Repair Service in Home. 20 yrs exp. Woman-owned. 651-605-5804

2050

ctconstruction.net

• Residential Remodeling • Additions • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Basements • Since 1996

I Do All My Own Work! All carpentry, windows, doors, bath, kitch, tile, LL. Repairs or All New. No Job too small. L#2338, ins. bonded. Tom 612-802-3668

2070

The Origina

KITCHEN RENAISSANCE

Refacing, new cabs/counters

25+ Yrs Exp. Owner/Oper

763-586-0701

kitchenrenaissance.com

2090

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

The The Original Original

Carpet & Vinyl

3900-3990 4000-4600 9000-9450 5000-6500 7000-8499 9500-9900

Since 1949 The Origina

Sun Newspapers reserves the right to edit, refuse, reject or cancel any ad at any time. Errors must be reported on the first day of the publication, and Sun Newspapers will be responsible for no more than the cost of the space occupied by the error and only the first insertion. We shall not be liable for any loss or expense that results from the publication or omission of an advertisement.

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

QUALITY SERVICE • Since • 1949

The

Origina CabinetryThe & Origina Counters

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LOCATION

1020

INDEX

952-392-6888

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BUSINESS SERVICES

• •

We Specialize In:

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2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

QUALITY WORK 1ST CALL Res/Commercial PATIOS STEPS FLOORS ADDITIONS DRIVES WALKS BRICK BLOCK MASONRY/CHIMNEY WORK DRAIN TILE MC/VISA Bonded Insured BBB Member

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Steps, Walks, Drives, Patios Chimney Repair. No job to Sm. Lic/Bond/Ins

John 952-882-0775

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952-898-4444

Carpet Installation Repair & Restretch West Metro 952-446-1963

2110

Chimney & FP Cleaning

SWEEP • INSP. • REPAIR

Carpet Repairs - Restretch Sales - Installs - 30 yrs exp The Carpet Doctor of MN 763-463-9525

Full Time • Professional Ser. Certified/ Registered / Insured 29 Yrs Exp. Mike 952-933-8005

2100

2130

londonairechimney service.com

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

TWIN CITIES Concrete Reas.-Fast Friendly BBB

Decks 3 & 4 Season Porches

Pool/Hot Tub Surrounds

Jon Dimich Deck Creations

Tear-out -ReplacementsRetain walls- Steps-Walks, Drives- Drain tile- Bsmnt floors - Stamped & Colored 763-229-4508

Affordable Concrete & Chimney Work Free Est. & Insured: www.campbellconcrete.net Joe 612-245-4439 (Hopkins)

Decks

612-418-3677 Lic 20490464

www.jddeckcreations.com

(952) 431- 9970

DECKS/PORCHES TWO TEACHER CONST. *Professionals Who Design* And Build Quality 19+ years (BBB) Visit us for photos@ Twoteacherconstruction.com Lic # 20073200 952-472-5670

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In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

2170

Drywall

Alliance Drywall 30 yrs exp. Ins. Edina. Check my lower prices. Rock, text., tape & skim-coat. Free est.

Dan 651-235-7997 PINNACLE DRYWALL *Hang *Tape *Texture*Sand Quality Guar. Ins. 612-644-1879

2180

Electric Repairs

612-501-1093

WHY PAY MORE? Call Signature Electric Service Upgrades, Misc Wiring, Remodeling & More! Owner/Oper Lic/Bonded/Ins

2280

Hauling

**First

Impressions **

612-598-2276

HAULING Concrete-Brush-Const Debris 2-40yd containers for cleanups

Total Sanitation Service 612-861-2575 HAULING JUNK CHEAP!

Family Bus-35 yrs/Quality Work 952-884-6588

JNH Electric 612-743-7922

#1 All Area Handyman Lg/Sm - We do it all! Reas, Sr disc. 612-532-1162

TEAM ELECTRIC

www.teamelectricmn.com Lic/ins/bonded Res/Com All Jobs...All Sizes Free Est 952-758-7585 10% Off w/ad

Handyperson

0 Stress! 110% Satisfaction!

Schultz'e Contracting Inc

Lower Level Remodels Wall/Ceiling Repair/Texture Tile, Carpentry, Carpet, Paint. #BC538329

MDH Lead Supervisor

Dale 952-941-8896 office 612-554-2112 cell “Soon To Be Your Favorite Contractor!”

schultzecontracting.com

LetUs Be Your Handyman! Home Repair: Interior & Exterior Fences, decks, gutters, ceiling/drywall, paint. Leaks & squeaks and much, much more!

You name it we can do it!

612-455-1217 Multi-Year Service Award Winner

www.LetUsService.com

2310

Housecleaning

*10% off 1 st Cleaning* BEST CLEANING WE CLEAN YOU GLEAM Prof House & Office Cleaner High Quality, Comm/Res Ref/Ins/Bond. Call Lola 612-644-8432 or 763-416-4611 www.bestcleaningservices.com

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

2230

Flooring & Tile

#1 in Hardwood Refinishing

SANDMAN IS BEST! sandmanjohansson.com low$$

A+ Angie's List 952-474-4355

20+ Years In Tiling Free Estimates/Low Prices Excellent References

Call 952-451-1037

952-451-3792

R.A.M. CONSTRUCTION Any & All Home Repairs

Concrete Dumpster Service Carpentry Baths & Tile Fencing Windows Gutters Water/Fire Damage Doors Lic•Bond•Ins Visa Accepted

952-994-4303 George Elite Repair & Tile Regrout, Tile, Painting, Etc. We Do it All • Lowest Rates

Affordable Repair!

Above All Hardwood Floors Installation•Sanding•Finishing “We Now Install Carpet, Tile & Vinyl.” Call 952-440-WOOD (9663)

Carpentry, Paint & Remodel Exp'd/Lic/Ins 612-590-1887

Desperately Need Work! Ceramic & Marble

PRO PAPER HANGING Removal, Paint/Plaster

Free Estimates. 40 Yrs Exp. Call 612-695-1348

Work Guar/Refs/Ins/Free Ests

35yrs Exp. 612-875-2230

Escobar Hardwood Floors & Ceramic Tile Work, llc

HANDYMAN

We offer professional services for your wood floors! Installs/Repair Sand/Refinish Free Ests Ins'd Mbr: BBB Professional w/10 yrs exp.

952-292-2349

SANDING – REFINISHING Roy's Sanding Service Since 1951 CALL 952-888-9070

2250

Furniture Repair

REPAIRS DONE IN HOME 35 Yrs Exp. Wood, Upholstery& Recliner. 10Yr guar. on re-gluing Free Est. Pick up & Delivery Jay 952-935-3349

2260

Any & All Home Repairs

Carpentry, Remodeling, Repair & Painting Services. I love to do it all! 612-220-1565

HOME REPAIR Tile, Glass Block, Masonry/ Concrete, Misc. Home Remedy. 30yrs. Exp “No Job Too Small”

swisstoneconstruction services.com Steve 612-532-3978 Ins'd

R&J Construction

• Decks • Basements • Kitchen/Bath Remod • Roofing & Siding • All Types of Tile Free Quotes & Ideas

Call Ray 952-484-3337

Repair /Replace /Reasonable Lifetime Warranty on All Spring Changes www.expertdoor.com

651-457-7776

Painting

3 Interior Rooms/$250 Wallpaper Removal. Drywall Repair. Cabinet Enameling and Staining. 25 yrs exp. Steve 763-545-0506

2320

Insulation & Weatherproofing

763-477-2612 ( 30 YRS) www.lewisinsulation.com Old Home Specialists –Walls/ Attics/Venting/Spray Foam

2380

Moving, Storage & Shipping

A Local Mover

Robinson Moving Household & Office Movers Reasonable Rates ICC 52334 35Yrs Exp Sr. Disc Call 763-566-8955

2420

Painting

Ext/Int Painting Reasonable Rates FREE Est. EARL 952-944-7983

*A and K PAINTING* Int./Ext Painting/Staining & texturing. Free Est. 952-474-6258 Ins/Bond Major Credit Cards Accepted

Quality Residential

Painting & Drywall Ceiling & Wall Textures H20 Damage – Plaster Repair

Wall Paper Removal INTERIOR EXTERIOR

A German Craftsman

Paint, Plaster, papering 30yrs quality work, Ref's Seasonal Rates. Reliable roosterpainting.com Est. Int/Ext 952-484-4867 Allen's Perfect Painting Ceiling & Drywall Repair BBB Member. Call anytime. Lic/Ins. Free Est. 612-388-2884

DAVE'S PAINTING and WALLPAPERING Int/Ext • Free Est • 23 Yrs Will meet or beat any price! Lic/Ins Visa/MC BBB 952-469-6800

Classifieds

WORK! 952.392.6888

2470

Plumbing

An Honest Plumber

Affordable Basement Finishing by Two Teacher Construct Inc. Professionals you can trust to design & finish your basement. BBB

Ins/Bond Lic. #57327-MR Dan 952-465-2926

Master Plumber. Semi retired. Bath remodeler, tile, piping, misc. Lic. #058689PM 651-983-6300 Credit cards accepted.

952-472-5670

Lic#BC073200

Siding- Roofs-Soffit-FasciaGutters- Lic#20172580

We Take Care of Insurance Claims Offering the Best Extended Manufacturers Warranty

Regalenterprisesinc.net

A Family Operated Bus.

Sun Classifieds

WORK!

Re-roofs Tear-offs BBB Free Est. MC/Visa No Subcontractors Used. Lic/Ins. 952-891-8586

952.392.6888 qiar

763-792-2999 Geno's Sewer & Drain

Special $89/with ad! *A One Man Company* Looking for work. 30 yrs exp. Call Steve 763-497-2280 Lic#4040 A RENEW PLUMBING •Drain Cleaning •Repairs •Remodeling •Lic# 004914PM Bond/Ins 952-884-9495

2420

ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS • FREE INSPECTIONS • State Lic. #6793 • ESTABLISHED IN 1984

• EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE • Hardiplank® Siding • QUICK RESPONSE TIME • HAIL DAMAGE

Anderson Snow Removal

Insured

612.839.2239 • 612.866.0949

15% Fall Discount

Forget The Rest Call The Best!!

www.vincestree.com Full Tree & Landscape Services. Serving The Entire Metro Area. 763-954-1063 BBB Accredited Business A Good Job!!

WORK! 952.392.6888

Family Owned & Operated Since 1949

Immaculate Clean-up! Tree Removal/Trimming Lot Clearing & Stump Removal Free Estimates 952-440-6104

2630

ACCREDITED BUSINESS

Call For Free Estimate www.WesternConstructionInc.com

2490

Upholstery & Slipcovers

Affordable Custom Uphols Upholstery – Slipcovers Visa/MC Jan 612-824-7376

2660

Window Cleaning

Window Cleaning 612-529-4444

3000

2570

Merchandise Snow Removal

Snow Plowing

Limited Offer Triple Glass for the Price of Double Glass

(651) 644-6900 (952) 920-8888

15 yrs exp.

Thomas Tree Service

Kevin 612-810-2059

Powerwashing

• Snowplowing • Mowing • Fertilizing www.fertilawnmn.com Bloomington, MN • 952-884-7331

PACKAGE DISCOUNTS!

2490

Powerwashing

Credit Cards Accepted

20 years exp. Degreed Shop Teacher Interior Specials including ceilings, walls, paneling, windows, fine enameling, Kitchen cupboards and basement floors. Wall and wood repair. Fully insured.

612-203-4309

SNOWPLOWING

Lic. #BC626700

612-825-7316/952-934-4128 www.afreshlookinc.com

Fully Licensed & Insured “We take pride in our work”

Silver Fox Services

WINDOWS/SIDING

Powerwashing

BIG TREES & STUMPS CHEAP!!

952-883-0671 Mbr BBB

Sun Classifieds

2490

NEW HORIZONS TREE & LANDSCAPING

Snow Removal

763-550-0043 952-476-7601 651-221-2600

A Fresh Look, Inc.

Will Beat Anybody's Price!

Comm & Resid Sr. Discounts

Fast Turnaround SERVING THE Reduce Energy Bills ENTIRE METO AREA Free Estimates MN LICENSE Bank Financing #20316811 Available BONDED • INSURED

Tree Service

2620

Experienced Res/Com Plowing

www.gatesgeneralcontractors.com

Painting

Interior/Exterior Painting by the Pros Bonded & Insured Free Est. • Senior Discounts

SNOW PLOWING

Reas. Rates/Very Dependable Yearly Contract 612-968-2311

From Roofs. Richfield Resident. Fully Insured. 612-839-2239

Old World Craftsmanship/24 Yrs

Plumbing

#1 All Area Snow Guys Drives/walks/roofs - Yrly rates, Sr disc 612-532-1162

Snow & Ice Removal

St. Christoper Decorating

2470

Snow Removal

2570

Call 952-933-4856

Int/Ext Painting Wallpaper removal. 3 rms $250. Jim: 651-698-0840

952-451-7151 Ins/Bonded

Lic #20156835 • Insured

Reliable • Fully Ins'd • Free Ests

3 Rooms $175. Paper rem Enamel Refs avail. 952-201-1577

Int Painting/faux/Rlph Lauren Expert Cabinet Refinishing Wallpaper Installation

Tear-offs & New Construction Siding & Gutters Over 17 yrs exp. Free est. Rodney Oldenburg

Regal Enterprises Inc Roofing, Siding, Windows Gutters. Insurance Work. Since 1980. Lic. 20515711

952-201-4817

763-754-2501 www.blomquistexteriors.com

Why Wait Roofing LLC

612-210-5267 952-443-9957

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

** BLOMQUIST ** EXTERIORS

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

2510

Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs – Snow & Ice Removal - 30 Yrs Exp Insured - Lic#20126880 John Haley #1 Roofer, LLC. Call 952-925-6156

SAVE MONEY - Competent master plumber needs work. Lic#M3869 Jason 952-891-2490

2510

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

2510

DAVE'S Painting Int/Ext

Right Way PAINTING

Garage Door

GARAGE DOORS & OPENERS

2420

aacehaulingservices.com Rubbish Removal/Clean-Up Containers for Rent 5-18cu/yds Since 1979 952-894-7470

2290

Lew Electric: Resid & Comm. Service, Service Upgrades, Remodels. Old or New Constr. Free Ests. Bonded/Insured Lic#CA05011 612-801-5364

Handyperson

LICENSED BONDED INSURED

“You Point & It Disappears” A Moving & Hauling Service www.firstimpressionshd.com

763-537-4731 Schoo Electric Small Jobs – Service Changes Prompt Service & Free Ests. Licensed – Bonded – Insured

Bonded Insured Free Ests Resid, Comm & Service. Old/New Const, Remodels Serv Upgrades. Lic#CA06197

2290

BOB’s Commercial and residential pressure washing Decks strip & seal, roof washing, house washing, concrete cleaning and staining. Full exterior washing.

Our job is to make you look good!

763-225-6200

www.sparklewashcmn.com

Sun Classifieds Work! Call

(952 ) 392 –

6888 to place your ad.

Edina Sun-Current – Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011 – www.minnlocal.com

3050

Boutiques/Craft Shows & Gifts

Estate Sales

3130

Doll & Accessories, Toys & Bears Fri & Sat, 12/9-10 (10-4); and 12/16-17 (10-4) th

8720 135 St W, Apple Valley

EXCELSIOR

4640 Lakeway Terrace Sat., Dec. 10 (8:30-5:30) Sun., Dec. 11 (8:30-3:30) #'s Saturday at 8am

3090

Lots of antiques! Furniture, many rare books, Silver, dolls, oil paintings

Cemetery Lots

Dawn Valley Cemetery 1 Gravesite asking $1,500/ best offer. Call 651-688-7342 Glen Haven in Crystal, garden of the apostles. 1 plot $2500 763-227-6844 Glen Haven: 2 plots, 2 vaults w/companion headstone. Value $8,990. Asking $4,500/BO. 218-828-3608

www.willmatthill.com MINNEAPOLIS

2611 Benjamin St. NE Fri., Dec. 9 (8:30-5:30) Sat., Dec. 10 (8:30-4:30) #'s Friday at 8am

Planes, trains & automobiles! Vintage, tools, Lionel trains, 2010 Chevy Malibu.

www.willmatthill.com RICHFIELD

7026 17th Ave South

3110

Collectibles & Art

Fri & Sat, Dec. 9-10 (9-5)

Dept 56 original north pole series. Handpainted porcelain, 21 bldgs, 17 acces. In there originals boxes w/the original Bachman's stickers & prices. Total over $1300. $500 or BO, call 763-545-2716

Sun Classifieds

WORK! 952.392.6888 2620

Tree Service

In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

Fireplace & Firewood

3150

3160

Clean Dry Very Nice Oak Fireplace Wood 4'x8'x16” $125 delivered, quantity discounts. Call 320-980-2498

3270

FIREWOOD

Hardwood Mix, 2 years dry. 4'x8'x16” $125; or 2 for $230. Call 612-214-3347

Misc. Wanted

WANTED

Old stereo equip., need not work. Andy 651-329-0515

Furnishings

Couch, loveseat, chair matching. Tan, microfiber Exc cond! $550 952-843-8138 SOFA: Henredon 3 pc sectional. $500/OBO. 952-881-1381

Polaris Snowmobile & ATV's. Non-working only. Will pick-up, will pay cash! Calle 612-987-1044

Furnishings

Thurs - Sat, Dec. 1–3 Thurs - Sat, Dec. 15–17 10 am - 6 pm

Apartments & Condos For Rent

Bloomington

4315 W. 109th Str. Sat 12/10, 10a-5p. 1 day only! Guy stuff, J Deere, Schmidt, W/D, frig, freezer, furn, bar stools, garage ful1, auto manuals. Storm date: 12-17. Make offer! Wardrobe Lady, 651-895-6187

RICHFIELD

612-869-1451 Charming one BR apt., quiet bldg., laundry, off-street parking, window A/C. Only $615-625/month 7137 Chicago Ave..

7000

8100

Real Estate Manufactured Homes

3583

St. Louis Park

Agriculture/ Animals/Pets

For Rent

Quiet community, close to shopping ctr, on bus line. Krestwood Mobile Village 10225 Lyndale Ave S. Bloomington. Call Carol 952-807-5331 or 952-807-5331

9000

9050

Pitt Bull puppies, 12 wks, very affectionate! To good homes, $200. 612-516-8296

5000

5005

Employment

Pets

Rentals Vacation Rentals

Health Care

PCA PCA needed in Bloomington every Saturday and Sunday 10m-5pm. PCA must be non smoker, at least 25 years of age, and must have a clean driving record. Call Molly with All Home Health at 952-814-7400

NAPLES, FLORIDA 2012 SEASONAL BEACH RENTAL 2 BR/2BA, on the Gulf w/ spect. views. Renovated & Help Wanted/ nicely appointed, W/D, Full Time walk-in shower, pool, elevator. NS/NP. Avail Jan.1 Customer Service - May 31., 2 mo. Min. Call Local company needs indiowner @ (212) 301-3186. vidual to recruit & interview applicants for jobs. Senior Strong communication skills needed. 35+wpm. No Rentals exp nec. jobs@deltacompanies.com

Tree Service

2620

Garage Sales this week

3970

4' x 8 'x 16” - $120 or 2 for $225 Free Delivery

100% Premium Dried Oak 25+ yrs Exp 507-280-7780 www.procutfirewood.com

3506

3900

Join Us for a Cabin Christmas

952-881-2122 763-381-1269

3500

Downsizing - Indoor sale A little bit of everything! 12/10 (9-4) 3771 Alabama Ave

Ideal Firewood

FIREWOOD

6400

Mobile Homes Lots

3160

Fireplace & Firewood

2.5yr Dried Mixed Hardwood

Snowblowers & Equipment

SteelCase u-shaped desk blower w/ elec start & hd lt. unit. Like new! Reduced to Used 5hrs $2000. 952-240-7792 $600 Plymouth 715-571-1920

Snowblower, wood working & wood carving tools, many books, vintg. cloz, China, dishes, jewelry, Xmas, HH, beautiful furniture & more!

3150

3320

Honda 1132 Track Snow-

FIREWOOD

3160

Furnishings

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

* * * * *

GREAT JOB WITH GREAT BENEFITS

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

CUSTOMER SERVICE AUTOMOTIVE TOOL

Bloomington Co seeks exp individual to work as part of our team. Phone & counter sales. Strong $12.00 PER HOUR TO comm skills. Automotive START. NO EXPERIENCE background preferred. NECESSARY Great benefits. Fax or e-mail resume 952-881-6480 BIOLYPH needs individuhloyd3@gmail.com als who are conscientious, mature, responsible perfectionists with strong Drivers verbal English communi- Full-time OTR, Van/ cation skills to help pro- Reefer. Minimum 2 yrs reduce diagnostic tests dur- quired. Late Model equiping the day shift. All ment. Regional/ Long training provided. Bene- haul. Weekend Home fits include pd. holidays time. Competitive wage and vacation, health & DOE. Call Nik: dental ins., & 401(k). Our 651-325-0307 work environment is professional, clean, comfortable, smoke-free, quiet and friendly. You will generally be scheduled between 32-40 hrs. per wk. Call 952.936.0990 for a General Office job description & direcFull Time Job tions. Apply in person Opportunity Mon-Fri, 9:00-4:00 at 1317 Document Scanning 5th St. So., Hopkins

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

A New Career

Specialist

SideKick, Inc Advanced We're looking for motivated Document Services of Ediindividuals to join Min- na has a current opening nesota's #1 real estate team. for a full time employee to We'll provide the training perform production docuand resources. You bring ment preparation & scanthe desire for personal and ning. Scanning experifinancial growth. Together ence a MUST! M-F 8-5. $10.25-$17.50/hr we'll build your real estate Wage: DOE.Please send resumes career. Call Irene Levy at to email: 952-949-4759 or email: jobs@sidekickinc.com iblevy@cbburnet.com

9100

Senior Discounts

5100

Great Service Affordable Prices

Ideal Tree Service 20% Fall Tree Removal, Tree Trimming Discount High Risk Climbing, Stump Grinding and Storm Clean Up the time NOW is Oaks & to trimlms E

Quality Work and Low Rates Free Ests Lic’d & Ins’d

Oak, Birch, Ash, Maple Dry Firewood

DAN WIMMER

(952) 881-2122 • (612) 599-6385

Talheim in Chaska

612-201-1352

Retail or Office

Now accepting applications for the 1BR waiting list for Senior 62 years & older.

LOCATED IN THE SAME BUILDING NEXT TO H. DESIGN SALON

952-361-0310

www.lakelodgeandcabin.com

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE • FOR LEASE

EHO

3020

Auctions

3020

Auctions

5600

Bloomington

Rooms For Rent

S. Blgton: In large house, Incl. all Utli, Cbl, TV & Internet. $475/mo. No Lease. Call John 952-948-0788

Move In Special Incl. all utils, phone, cable & Internet. Weekly pay option.

Call for details: Michael (763) 227-1567

3034 Lyndale Ave S. RESIDENTIAL LOT FOR SALE 9911 Newton Avenue. For Sale by On-Line Auction. Visit www.realestatesales.gov or call (312) 886-9480 for more information.

Off Lake St • 33 car parking • $14/sq ft 3,000-6,000 sq ft • Available now!

312-886-9480 US General Services Administration

612-875-8292 • 612-875-8282

6300

Travel Getaways

Snow Bird warm weather rentals. Call Brad for a free consultation on finding your perfect winter rental. 952-392-7776

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Experience and qualifications: • Minimum 3 years sales experience, (with preference given to experience in a senior sales position) • Excellent verbal & written communication, demonstrated negotiation skills, excellent presentation skills • Previous advertising sales or category experience an asset The Sun Patriot newspapers, magazines, & website have very strong readership, & provide useful, timely news & information. Benefits include paid time off, health & dental coverage & retirement investment plans. Position earnings is a mixture of salary & commission and will be based upon experience. Please send a complete cover letter and resume to: Jason Cole jcole@acnpapers.com

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By: Ali Holman, co-owner of www.coreconditioningtraining.com I think we can all agree that eating is fun. Not only is it a way for us to socialize, reward ourselves and comfort ourselves, it also is the one area of fitness where people have the most trouble. Wouldn’t it be great to know that the choices you make are actually helping your fitness program? More importantly, wouldn’t it be even better to banish the word “diet” from your vocabulary? Chances are, if you are embarking on a “diet”, it will have a beginning and an end. The end is usually followed by slowly going back to old habits and ends you right back where you started. With our clients, we really encourage them to focus on a Lifestyle Change with room for “cheat meals” and realistic goals; which inevitably lead to lifelong results and without the emotional roller coaster of a diet.

Core/Conditioning Training’s List of “Fat Burning Foods”

eggs

low-fat dairy

Eggs are high in protein and low in calories. You may have heard all the warnings about eggs and your health: opt for eggwhites for the low-cholesterol, fatburning effect. Eggs also contain the vitamin B-12, a great supplement for breaking down fat cells.

Studies show that women who eat low-fat dairy products (such as non-fat yogurt and low-fat milk) three to four times a day lost 70 percent more fat than low-dairy dieters.

beans

oatmeal

Beans are one of the best sources of protein, fiber and iron. Some of the best beans to ear are: • Navy Beans • White Beans • Kidney Beans • Lima Beans

Oatmeal is loaded with soluble fiber, which helps reduce blood cholesterol by flushing those bad digestive acids out of your system. Skip the flavored oatmeals - you lose out on all the health benefits. If you must sweeten your oatmeal, do so by adding fruit.

olive oil

lean meats

Certain fats are good for you, and your body needs them. Olive oil is one of those “good fats.” It helps you burn fat and keeps your cholesterol down. One ounce of extra virgin olive oil contains about 85% of the daily value for monosaturated fat.

Search for lean meats - chicken (baked, broiled, grilled), fish and turkey - which are all high in protein. It is a good rule of thumb to consume at least one half-gram protein per pound of body weight each day. A chicken breast gets you well on your way, with about 22 grams of protein.

whole grains

interval training

Our body needs carbohydrates, despite what the fad diets tell you. Avoid processed carbohydrates such as white breads, bagles, pastas and white rice and look for whole grains that have not been processed and contain the fiber and minerals your body needs.

Interval training is defined as short, repeated bouts of intense exercise with minimal rest. You can burn major calories and get an all-over workout in less than 30 minutes. When you see people who are “cut,” chances ar they are partaking in interval training.

Check out Ali’s blog for more health & wellness tips!

Go to Minnlocal.com and click on the “Health” tab or check out her website:

www.coreconditioningtraining.com

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