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BY MIKE HANKS – SUN NEWSPAPERS An alert clerk at a Mall of America store turned police onto a trio from Ohio that is accused of using fraudulent credit cards to purchase hundreds of dollars in merchandise. The men, charged Dec. 21 in Hennepin County District Court, were found to be in possession of several Discover credit cards that were determined to be blanks imprinted with stolen credit card information, according to the criminal complaint. The three men – 18, 20 and 22 years old – were shopping at Finish Line, an athletic shoe store, on Dec. 19. A Finish Line clerk processing purchases by the men noticed that the credit card numbers displaying on his register did not match up with the numbers imprinted on the cards the men were using, which did not have cardholder names on them. The credit card purchases THEFT: TO PAGE 15
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past decade. In contrast the city issued permits for only three new dwellings during 2010. How did the city rebound so robustly from the sharp decline of 2010? Most of the residential dwellings tied to building permits in 2011 are the result of three multi-family or senior housing projects, according to Bloomington
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Robbery spree defendant faces 9 felony counts BY MIKE HANKS – SUN NEWSPAPERS The 44-year-old man accused in a string of Bloomington robberies was charged last week with nine felonies. The Sississeton, N.D., defendant, charged Jan. 10 in Hennepin County District Court, faces charges of aggravated robbery, attempted kidnapping and burglary following his Jan. 7 arrest. A string of robbery reports ended inside a home on the 8200 block of Johnson Circle after a resident of the house tackled the defendant. The defendant had entered the home late in the afternoon of Jan. 7. Four roommates were inside the house watching television when the defendant entered the unlocked front door brandishing a long screwdriver, claiming to have a gun and ordering the occupants to the ground, according to the complaint. The defendant asked residents for alcohol, prescription drugs or firearms, and allowed one man to go downstairs to retrieve bottles of alcohol. He told the occupants the police were tracking him and that he needed one of their cars, as well as a hostage. The man who retrieved the alcohol volunteered to be
the hostage, the complaint noted. The defendant and the hostage went downstairs toward the garage. As the hostage was fumbling with keys in his pocket he lunged at the defendant, tackling him down the stairs. A roommate responded to the commotion and hit the defendant in the head with an iron and a garbage can. The duo then held the man down until police arrived, according to the complaint. The arrest concluded a string of incidents that began with a report of a carjacking outside Lucky’s 13 Pub, 1800 W. American Blvd., approximately 3:15 p.m. Jan. 7. An off-duty police officer told police that he saw the defendant prowling in the restaurant’s parking lot and confronted him. The defendant reached into his jacket and told the man he had a gun. The man backed away and called 911. The defendant then entered the passenger’s side of a white Cadillac. A woman behind the wheel yelled at the defendant, telling him to get out of her car. She then exited her vehicle before the defendant drove it away, according to the complaint. The woman told police that as she was backing out of a parking stall, the
dispatched to the 8200 block of Johnson Avenue South on a report of a burglary. Officers arriving at the house found a woman in the street, screaming and pointing to her house. She said that a man with a gun was inside her house, according to the complaint. Officers found a white Cadillac with its motor running parked in the driveway of the house. They set up a perimeter around the house before being told that the man had fled the residence for a house nearby on the 8200 block of Johnson Circle, and that residents there had apprehended him, the complaint noted. The Johnson Avenue residents told police that their garage door had been open and the defendant entered their home through the garage. He found the homeowners in their kitchen and told them he had a gun and would shoot them. The defendant ordered them to the ground and then pulled a screwdriver out of his pocket. The woman ran past the defendant and exited her house through the garage, according to the complaint. CHARGES: TO PAGE 5
defendant knocked on her window. When she stopped her vehicle the man entered her car and ordered her to drive, telling her that he had a gun. The startled woman fled the vehicle, the complaint noted. Police were dispatched to the 8200 block of Abbott Avenue on a report of a burglary about 15 minutes later. The defendant approached children playing in the yard and asked if he could speak to their parents. He went to the door and spoke to a woman at the house. She attempted to shut the door, but the defendant forced his way into the home, according to the complaint. The defendant told the woman and her husband that he had a gun and ordered them to their knees. The woman’s mother then exited out the back door of the house with three children. The husband and wife gave the defendant money and the keys to the woman’s vehicle. The defendant had parked the Cadillac behind the woman’s vehicle, however, and therefore left in the Cadillac, which was identified by its license plate to be the stolen vehicle from Lucky’s 13, the complaint said. About five minutes later police were
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EDUCATION NOTES School district director to attend Texas meeting Bloomington’s Community Services director Tom Holton is part of a threemember Minnesota team invited to discuss kindergarten entry assessments at a national meeting of early childhood educators and caregivers. Karen Cadigan, director of the Minnesota Office of Early Education, and Scott McConnell, a professor in the University of Minnesota’s Department of Educational Psychology and director of community engagement in the College of Human Development, are also part of the state delegation of early
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childhood experts. Holton has been working with Minnesota legislators, leadership from the Minnesota Community Education Association and the Minnesota Association for Family and Early Education on crucial early education policy. He is leading an effort to establish a common kindergarten standard, and other initiatives that complement Bloomington’s early education to thirdgrade initiatives. The two-day meeting, Feb. 7-8 in San Antonio, Texas, is sponsored by the Council of Chief State School Officers and the Build Initiative, which supports state efforts to create comprehensive early childhood systems.
Bloomington on Jan. 2 and Fargo, N.D., on Dec. 31, the complaint noted. In Bloomington U.S. Bank, 9633 Lyndale Ave. S., was robbed by a man who handed a teller a note demanding cash. He received an undisclosed amount and fled on foot, according to the FBI. No charges had been filed as of last week in connection with the bank robbery.
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You can be yourself, but eventually it has to end, and that’s a good thing It is winter, and it is finally acting like it. Unfortunately this means many traditional outdoor activities are out of the question. Chess in the park, rafting, sunbathing: these will not happen. Neither will camping, one of the classics. But no worry, there is a viable alternative to that traditional sojourn in which we reach for our core to find out what we really are, what makes us animals. Have you ever tried camping out in your own living room? No, you don’t set up a gratuitous tent; this is simpler than that. This journey requires no such extravagant redundancies. Journeys of the soul never do. What you do is you
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get some blankets, a pillow, a remote control and you hike to the couch and set up shop for a couple of days, or a week or two. And see what happens. The absence of my roommate this week has afforded me this experience. And let me tell you, you gotta try it. Camping in your living room is much like traditional camping in that you really are trying to do the same things you do in regular life while trying to get back to your true essence. You watch TV, you drink beverages, you cook brats, you surf the Internet. You just do it all with more freedom. And like venturing into the wilderness in spiritual pursuit, to get the most out of it, to
truly find yourself, you need to be by yourself, which really opens up your options. For instance — and this is one of the differences between outdoor and indoor camping — you don’t have to worry about littering. You can literally surround yourself in garbage — not gross garbage, just empty bottles of your favorite refreshments and maybe some empty ice cream cartons. OK, and maybe some chicken bones and smoked salmon skin. But this is good for you because you realize: I incorporated this all into my body. Again, you are finding out who you really are here. Finding yourself. And where do you find yourself ? On the edge, which at this point — after your personal litter has built up and the dishes have collected (you never do dishes if you want to get the most out of the trip) and the whole first season of “American Horror Story” has
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR A stadium is not the best investment To the editor: Between $300 and $400 million of public money is being considered to build a new stadium for the Minnesota Vikings. One argument is that a tax surplus of more than $1 billion will be collected over the life of the stadium. How about investing that same amount in a (virtual) stadium dedicated to education, science and technology? How about building a state identity around the excellence of our educated work force instead of a sports team?
The Vikings attract others to come to the metro area, hence, the increased sales taxes. Wouldn’t a community rich in the cultural and economic advantages coming from this dedicated investment also attract others to come here, not just for a weekend, but to live here, pay taxes and participate in an enlightened community? The football fans would not be denied. They could still watch their favorite teams on big screen televisions (thanks to technology) in the comfort of their neighborhood sports bars (more sales tax) or even in the comfort of their own homes. Carol Koepp Bloomington
been watched — is where you are, and you realize: Nothing is holding you back. There. Is. No. Rope. Just then — and maybe it’s for the best — you get a text. Your roommate just hit the road, which means he is on his way back, which means so are you. You do the dishes, brush your teeth, flip the couch cushions. That other reality starts pulsing again and when ready, you venture there, where there are stores and where you can replace the frozen pizzas that did not belong to you but that you ate anyway. Hey, judge all you want, but it’s winter and I don’t have any vacation time and I can’t afford a trip to Hawaii or even Florida. And there’s a moral to this story, anyway: Although being by yourself and free from judgment is fun for a while, eventually you will go crazy and your place will smell.
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Winter Fete begins this weekend Events run Jan. 21-29 BY MIKE HANKS – SUN NEWSPAPERS Winter may have had a few false starts, but the show must go on. That show is Bloomington’s 10th annual Winter Fete, a two-weekend celebration of the cold and snowy side of life in Minnesota, organized by Bloomington Parks and Recreation. Winter Fete begins with several events on Saturday, Jan. 21, and includes a variety of events through Sunday, Jan. 29. In conjunction with Hockey Day Minnesota, Bloomington will host a sixgame exhibition at Running Park, 9501 12th Ave. S., between Kennedy and Jefferson mites hockey players. Games are scheduled 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 21. That afternoon girls are invited to Westwood Park, 3490 W. 109th St., for a hockey exhibition. Information about girls hockey programs will be available 1-4 p.m., and sticks will be available for girls who want to try their hand at hockey. Other outdoor activities on Saturday include Family Chill Out and Ice
Fishing for Beginners, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Bush Lake Beach, 140 E. Bush Lake Road. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will teach ice fishing techniques inside a heated icehouse and provide the equipment. The city will host indoor and outdoor activities at the beach, including a scavenger hunt, snow painting and bingo games. Activities at Bush Lake Beach are free and the city will collect nonperishable food donations for local food shelves. For those who prefer their winter activities indoors there will be a photo scavenger hunt that begins 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the council chambers of Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road. Digital camera owners will be given an opportunity to find photo opportunities in and around Bloomington Center for the Arts and submit entries in five categories by email that afternoon. Entries will be judged and prizes will be awarded to the top three participants, including a $100 gift certificate for Bloomington Theater and Art
Center classes or workshops. A darkroom exhibition is also planned at Bloomington Center for the Arts, beginning 2:30 p.m., in conjunction with the opening of the Atrium Gallery’s “I remember the 1950s� blackand-white photography exhibition. Bloomington Ice Garden, 3600 W. 98th St., will have reduced-rate open skating 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22. Admission rates will be $2 for adults, $1.50 for children and $1 for skate rental. Former and future Olympians from around the world will compete in the International Nordic Ski Jumping Competition at Bush Lake Ski Jump, 8401 E. Bush Lake Road, 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25. Admission is $5 for ages 12 and older. Limited on-site parking is available for $20 per vehicle. The second weekend of Winter Fete will include a ski jumping for beginners class, broomball tournament, winter history festival and ice harvest festival. Details for those events will appear in next week’s Sun-Current. Additional information is available online at xr.com/winter-fete.
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School board moves to twice-monthly meetings BY MIKE HANKS – SUN NEWSPAPERS In an effort to manage the length of its monthly business meetings the Bloomington Board of Education will move to a twice-monthly schedule. The board approved the change during its Jan. 9 meeting. The board will continue to meet on the second and fourth Mondays of the month as it has, but the fourth Monday of the month will now include a separate meeting that allows the board to vote on school district business. Previously the fourth Monday of the month had been designated for study sessions only, meetings at which the board discusses
district business but does not take any votes on such matters. Study sessions on the fourth Monday of the month will follow the business meeting that night, according to Board Chairwoman Melissa Halvorson Wiklund. By having two monthly business meetings the board will be able to expedite matters that require multiple readings, such as district policies, she explained. Board meetings also include recognition of student achievements, school groups, teams and friends of the district, a process that sometimes lasts more than an hour. By having two meetings, the board can spend less
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COMMUNITY NOTES 10th annual Give Kids a Smile Feb. 3 and 4 Minnesota dentists across the state will open their clinic doors and provide free dental care to an estimated 6,000 children Friday, Feb. 3, and Saturday, Feb. 4. The Minnesota Dental Association is sponsoring the 10th consecutive year of Give Kids a Smile, a grassroots program that provides children facing barriers to care with necessary dental treatment. Since the program began, Minnesota dentists have provided free care to nearly 45,000 young children and donated services valued at more than $13.5 million. Patients seeking appointments should be 18 years or younger and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. People interested in scheduling an appointment can call United Way 211 (dial 211), or the statewide toll-free number 1-800-543-7709. To see a list of clinics providing care visit mndental.org. Information on specific services provided will be outlined when an appointment is scheduled.
ISM goes to seminar Kim Schiller, Head of Social Studies at The International School of Minnesota, is one of 17 teaching professionals across the country to be accepted for a weekend seminar sponsored by the Liberty Fund and the John Ashbrook Center for Public Affairs to be held at West Point, N.Y., March 30 to April 1. The seminar, entitled “Liberty and the Constitution: The New York Ratifying Convention,” will explore the meaning of liberty in the U.S. Constitution by focusing on the debates over ratification and the origins of the Bill of Rights. The seminars themselves are not lectures but rather conversations about the documents and the larger, interesting questions they raise about America. The Liberty Fund, Inc. of Indianapolis, is a tax-exempt, private operating foundation that aims “to encourage the exploration of human liberty and those institutional arrangement that seem to support it.” For school information, go to internationalschoolmn.com.
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COMMUNITY NOTES SHAPE program registration available South Hennepin Adult Programs in Education is accepting applications for upcoming GED and English as a second language programs in Bloomington. Classes are available Monday through Thursday mornings, and evening classes are also available at the
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Woman suspected of stealing from vulnerable adults BY MIKE HANKS – SUN NEWSPAPERS A 35-year-old Richfield woman was arrested on suspicion of fraud after more than $3,000 was found missing from the bank accounts of vulnerable adults she worked with. The woman, employed as a house coordinator for vulnerable adults living in Bloomington, was arrested Jan. 9. The woman’s supervisor was reviewing the accounts of the residents and found the accounts had only a few dollars in them, according to Bloomington Deputy Chief Rick Hart. Upon investigation it was determined that in October and November the suspect had transferred money from the
Property theft A 20-year-old Minneapolis woman was arrested Jan. 10 on suspicion of stealing clothing, sunglasses, watches and other items from a friend in Bloomington. The suspect had been staying at the victim’s home on the 8100 block of 96th Street, according to Hart. The victim had been gone for several days and returned home to find numerous items
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Bloomington’s Jefferson and Kennedy high schools have announced their 2012 ExCEL and Triple “A” awards program nominees. Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership nominees are Jefferson’s Morgan Hinton and Patrick Koob, and Kennedy’s Leah DeSchepper and Eddie Pribyl. ExCEL recognizes 34 junior-standing students who are leaders in their school and work as volun-
Residential burglary An apartment resident reported Jan. 11 the theft of jewelry valued at approximately $3,500. The apartment, on the 8400 block of Irwin Road, had been locked and there was no sign of forced entry into the residence, Hart said.
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missing. She estimated the value of her stolen merchandise at $9,700, including rings valued at $3,500 and $1,500, Hart noted. Upon investigation of the Jan. 7 report it was learned that the suspect had pawned items at area pawnshops matching descriptions of property reported stolen from her friend, Hart said. Charges had not been filed as of last week. The suspect faces possible theft
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BLOOMINGTON CABLE TELEVISION SCHEDULE Cable Channel 14 TV
7 p.m. City Council Meeting: Jan. 23 10:30 p.m. Cinema Judge: “Hugo” 11 p.m. Chamber Governmental Forum: Congressman Erik Paulsen
Friday, Jan. 20 6 p.m. BPD Roll Call: Jan. 20 to Feb. 2 6:30 p.m. Girls Hockey: Eagan at Kennedy 8 p.m. Boys Hockey: Prior Lake at Jefferson 10 p.m. Bloomington Today: Jan. 1824 10:30 p.m. Bloomington’s 8th Annual Writers’ Festival: Keynote Lorna Landvik – This Writer’s Life 11:30 p.m. Cinema Judge: “A Dangerous Method”
Saturday, Jan. 21 6 p.m. BPD Roll Call: Jan. 20 to Feb. 2 6:30 p.m. Bloomington Today: Jan. 18-24 7 p.m. Bloomington Rotary: Strive Luncheon – John Crudele 8 p.m. Cinema Judge: “A Dangerous Method” 8:30 p.m. Girls Basketball: Prior Lake at Jefferson 10 p.m. Boys Basketball: Rosemount at Kennedy
Tuesday, Jan. 24 Sunday, Jan. 22 6 p.m. Bloomington Human Services: Disability to Possibility, Patrick Schwarz 8 p.m. Cinema Judge: “The Twilight Saga – Breaking Dawn Part 1” 8:30 p.m. Thursday Musical: March 10, 2011 10 p.m. BPD Roll Call: Jan. 20 to Feb. 2 10:30 p.m. Bloomington Today: Jan. 1824 11 p.m. City Council Agenda: Jan. 23 11:30 p.m. Bloomington Schools Volunteer Orientation
Monday, Jan. 23 6 p.m. BPD Roll Call: Jan. 20 to Feb. 2 6:30 p.m. City Council Agenda: Jan. 23 6:50 p.m. Commission Updates: January
6 p.m. Bloomington Heritage Days: School of Rock 7:30 p.m. Bloomington Today: Jan. 1824 8 p.m. Olson Middle Morning Show Jan. 18 8:15 p.m. Kennedy Impact: Jan. 11 8:30 p.m. Jaguar SPOTS: Jan. 11 9 p.m. Bloomington Rotary: Hennepin County Sheriff ’s Office 2011 Update 10 p.m. Bloomington Convention & Visitors Bureau: 15th Annual Diamond Service Awards 11:30 p.m. BPD Roll Call: Jan. 20 to Feb. 2
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Tim O’Neil age 63 of Bloomington died on January 7, 2012. Preceded in death by parents, Harry Sr. and Eva (Rehn) O’Neil; step-father, Bud Stinar; mother-in-law Jerlene Sterling; siblings, Delores (Olaf) Bjonfald and Patricia Miller, his loving pet companion, BJ. Survived by loving wife, Leta; daughters, Kelli, Amanda (Josh) Mangas, Kayla (Kyle Harder) O’Neil; grandchildren, Jessica, Rachel, Asia, Jordan, Thor and Caleb; siblings, Harry (Bev), Beverly (Merrill) Rivinius. Tim is also survived by many loving in-laws, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. Tim was a heart transplant recipient; the family would like to extend their gratitude to the dedicated care Tim received from the Abbott Northwestern Heart Transplant team. Tim was a volunteer at Abbott Northwestern Hospital for many years. Tim worked for the Bloomington Public School District until 2006. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, January 14, 2012, at the Church of the Nativity of Mary, 9900 Lyndale Ave. S., Bloomington. Visitation was Friday from 4-7 PM at Gill Brothers Funeral Home, 9947 Lyndale Ave. S., Bloomington, and at 10 on Saturday at the Church. Memorials preferred. www.GILLBROTHERS.com Bloomington Chapel 952.888.7771
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Thursday, Jan. 26 6 p.m. Bloomington’s 8th Annual Writers’ Festival: Book Preparation for Serious Authors 7 p.m. Bloomington’s 8th Annual Writers’ Festival: From Manuscript to Best Seller 8 p.m. Commission Updates: January 8:30 p.m. Cinema Judge: “Arthur Christmas” 9 p.m. Bloomington Today: Jan. 25-31 9:30 p.m. Bloomington Convention & Visitors Bureau: 15th Annual Diamond Service Awards 11 p.m. Bloomington Rotary: Hennepin County Sheriff ’s Office 2011 Update The Bloomington Channel 14 daily schedule starts at 6 p.m. and repeats every six hours for the next 24 hours. Other local channels are BEC-TV 15, 952-6815900; and BCAT 16, 952-563-4980. More information: cable channel 96, www.TBC14.org or call 952-563-8874.
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Thomas M. Noska Thomas M. Noska, age 61 of Bloomington, passed away on Jan. 10, 2012. Served in the USAF during the Vietnam War. Preceded in death by mother, Donna. Survived by loving wife of 42 years, Sharon; children, Matt (Laurie), Missy (Wade) Lowery & Mike; grandchildren, Kaia & Chase Lowery; father, Joseph; siblings, James (Angel), Nancy (Greg) Hines, Darcy (Steve) DeGonda, Molly (Dan) Lusk, Cindy Bodin & Aimee (Mike) Pearson; many other relatives & friends. Tom adored his precious grandchildren more than anything. He will be greatly missed. Private service. Cremation Society of MN 952-924-4100
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Theft FROM PAGE 1 were approved, however, so the clerk completed the transactions before alerting mall security, the complaint said. The trio made several purchases at the store. The 18-year-old man made one $255 purchase. The 20-year-old man made four purchases totaling $725. The 22-yearold man made two purchases totaling $312. Bloomington police found the men inside the mall’s Lacoste store, where they were questioned about their purchases at Finish Line. The 18-year-old man was found to be in possession of eight Discover cards without names on them and three Ohio identification cards, only one of which was
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in his name. The 20-year-old man said that he had purchased five pairs of shoes at Finish Line. He had two MasterCard credit cards in his name as well as five Discover cards, three MasterCards and one Visa card with no cardholder name on them. The 22-year-old man had eight Discover cards, three MasterCards and one Visa in his wallet. A comparison of the credit cards in the defendants’ possession with the card numbers on the Finish Line receipts did not match, the complaint noted. The confiscated cards were scanned by police. It was determined that the card numbers on their faces did not match the credit card numbers stored magnetically on the cards, indicating the cards were blanks and imprinted with stolen credit card information. All of the cards had Discover
card information imprinted into the magnetic memory, according to the complaint. Discover card security determined that the cards possessed by the defendants were linked to 20 accounts that had been closed for fraud, three accounts that had security holds placed upon them for suspected fraud and three accounts that were attached to reports of lost or stolen cards. One account number was determined to be invalid, the complaint noted. The 20-year-old man told police that the cards were purchased from a “crack head� at a gas station who offered to sell them cards, at a cost of $150 for nine or 10 cards, according to the complaint. Each man was charged with one felony count of financial transaction card fraud. If convicted they face up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
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into two. “It was so comfortable, clean and welcoming, and they always recognize you by name.” Thoresen decided it met all the requirements she was looking for, so she joined. “Now I look upon it as daily routine.” For Thoresen, it’s a routine that has paid off. She says she no longer has any hip and knee problems, she has lost weight without dieting, and she sleeps better. Now Welcyon is more than a place to exercise. “Sometimes I stop by and say ‘I’m just here to watch the
Lynn Thoresen, foreground, and John Seward, background, both enjoy working out at Welcyon’s Edina location.
news tonight,’” she said. John Seward, 64, of Burnsville had a similar experience. In January 2010 Seward underwent open-heart surgery, which was directly related to his diabetes. Eight months later his daughter gave him a kidney. In between the two operations, Welcyon opened for business. “The facility kind of chose me,” said Seward. “I wasn’t looking to wear a pair of tights and run around LA Fitness. I wanted to get strong for the next operation.” Seward was instantly impressed that Welcyon used much of the same equipment he used during rehabilitation at Fairview Hospital after his open-heart surgery. Now, Seward works out three days a week. “I owe the whole rehabilitation, or at least a lot of it, to Welcyon. They made it so easy for me. I’m as strong as I’ve been in 30 years.” Suzy Boerboom, who opened Welcyon with her husband Tom Boerboom, spent her career as a nurse witnessing the effects of inactivity and aging. “If you don’t do strength training, you lose muscle mass. Leg strength is critical to staying independent. Once someone can’t get out of a chair and walk, the whole issue of independence comes into play. This was the answer. Seventy-five percent of health care costs have to do with lifestyle choice.” Boerboom also understood that a traditional fitness club was not the answer. “We both knew there was such a huge need for a very special place for those of us 50 and older. We kept ruminating about the vision and idea,” said Boerboom. “We knew most of us get to a certain age and want an environment that’s not intimidating. You don’t want to be next to a young person in spandex.” Welcyon opened its first location in 2010 at 4420 Valley View Road in Edina, followed by a second facility at 10615 France Ave. S. in Bloomington. Even with her medical background, and observing her husband’s career in long term and assisted living, Boerboom says the results she witnesses at Welcyon continue to surprise her. “I knew intellectually how muscle fiber responds. But what surprises me is how quickly it can happen. It’s never too late to become much stronger. It’s never too late to change your life.” Welcyon members range in age from 50 to 92, all comWelcyon | Continues page 19
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Welcyon | Continued from page 16 ing through the doors for both similar and unique reasons. “One member wants to be able to get in and out of her canoe easier. Another wants to ride their bike a little further. Another can take a tub bath again,” Boerboom said. Chances are, whatever the reason, the fitness coaches at Welcyon are aware of it. They get to know each member personally, develop a custom program to help them achieve their goals, and support them each step of the way. “It’s like Cheers here,” said Boerboom. “We know their names. We know their families. We form a relationship.” Welcyon’s programs include strength
training, aerobic exercise, flexibility, and balance training on air-driven equipment designed for aging adults. Each member has a Smartcard that sets a personalized weight load and tracks individual progress. Welcyon also provides a social area where members can share a cup of coffee, participate in book club discussions, participate in events such as wine and cheese tastings, or perhaps challenge each other to a game of bowling on the Wii or Xbox Kinect. “Boomers want to stay active and have a great quality of life. They don’t want to just go off into the sunset,” said Boerboom.
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Making Marines A Sun Newspapers special report looking at the trials and joys of Marine Corps recruit training BY DANIEL CALLAHAN AND CHRIS DILLMANN SUN NEWSPAPERS They pile off the idling buses with strange faces. Some look anxious, others sport expressions of confusion. Still others look vacant and scared. A grueling 13 weeks later, dedication and pride fill that void.
Signing up For many, the decision to join the military is one made after careful consideration and discussion with family. For others this is less true. Across the board the decision to join the Marines is one of pride and a sense of direction. Cpl. Song Prak, an administrative clerk from Minneapolis stationed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar near San Diego, Calif., said the decision, though unwelcome to his family, particularly his mother, was personal. “Ultimately, it wasn’t her choice,” he said. Having spent year out of school without much of a plan, “It was my decision to make. “I love this country and I’m proud to serve it,” he said. “It may sound silly, but I like the idea of being able to stand between people and the things that might hurt them,” said recruit Luke Marshall of St. Paul. Apple Valley’s Steven Mann said he viewed the Marines as the heroes of the nation and wanted to be counted among them. “I wanted to serve,” said Anders Ahlberg, a Marine from Lakeville nearing the end of his training. His family and girlfriend were less than enthusiastic about his decision, but they’ve changed course, he said. Through letters, they’re telling him they’re proud of him. “I had no direction,” said Marcellous Dixon, a Plymouth native and Armstrong High School graduate, who said he saw a Marine one day. “I knew I wanted that.”
Sgt. Luis Alicea instructs the new recruits outside of the USO at the airport to pass the information to the front before boarding the buses to the Marine Corps Recruit Depot. (Photo by Chris Dillmann – Sun Newspapers) Dixon plans to make a career out of his time in the Marines. “This is how I want my life. ... This is where my life began.”
Things begin to change: ‘What am I doing here?’ When recruits arrive in San Diego, most head to the USO at the airport to wait for a bus to the Marine Corps Recruit Depot. The comfy couches, Netflix and fully stocked kitchen will soon be gone from the picture for the next three months. “It comes for a big culture shock,” said Mark Ayalin, a retired Marine and Corps representative. “You’ve got people who have never even been away from home,” said Gy. Sgt. Ronna Weyland of the 9th Marine Corps District. “You have people from all walks of life. ... Some who grew up hard and some who grew up easy.” After waiting for the bus, a wait that can
last hours or minutes depending on the arrival time of the recruits, they meet a drill instructor for the first time. “You talk about trauma,” said Weyland laughing. “They’re not evil, but they’re evil.” Then comes the first check in, the first mistakes and missteps and they’re hustled onto a bus to head to the depot. That’s where things intensify. “They’re supposed to be miserable,” Gy. Sgt. Adam Blake, a drill instructor at MCRD, said. “What I expect is they’re having a hard time ... and that’s how I like it.” Between four and six drill instructors meet the recruits as they arrive at the depot, all of them are almost instantly hoarse. Quickly the recruits learn to stand at attention on the famed Yellow Footprints, learn the basics of the U.S. code of military justice, have many of their personal belongings taken from them and allowed to make a single screaming call home to alert their families they’ve arrived safely. It will be weeks before anyone hears
from them again. And that will be by letter. Controlled chaos envelopes the starryeyed recruits. Their hair, their clothes, even their language has been changed. A door is a hatchway, the floor is the deck and walls are now bulkheads. They are transformed into a team, and are no longer individuals. Everything down to each minute of the day is scheduled. Already things have begun to change for the recruits. They look more determined, but there are still lingering hints of doubt on their faces. The symbolism of the Marines begins to sink in. Something as simple as a belt to them now means something specific. The senior drill instructor wears a black belt, and is referred to as the “father figure,” while the green belts with gold belt buckle symbolize the “step brothers nobody wanted.” These DIs are known as the enforcers, MARINES: TO NEXT PAGE
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Above, Gy. Sgt. Adam Blake gives some incentive training to educators during the boot camp workshop at the MCRD. Incentive training is for the recruits that have stepped out of line. At top right, Sgt. Matthew Lee yells at a recruit to move quicker after placing a call home letting his family know he arrived safely. Below right, no longer recruits, the new Marines get their emblem. (Photos by Chris Dillmann – Sun Newspapers)
Marines FROM PREVIOUS PAGE the ones who are constantly in the face of the recruits scrutinizing their every move. Yet, it all has a purpose. Breaking the recruits down so they can build them up has always been the backbone of Marine training, making them the elite soldiers they are known for. The DIs are also there to be a mentor to the young men. Taking off their hat, they will hold guided discussions on topics that focus on values ranging from how to treat women to how to posture.
Commitment “Everyone has that thought of ‘I want to quit,’” Dixon said. But few actually do. The attrition rate is less than 6 percent. When recruits reach the point of actually attending their training in either San Diego or Parris Island, S.C., they’re typically six months to a year from the date they originally enlisted. Many have attended mini boot camp training with their
recruiters and may think they know what to expect. Few do. “Nothing prepares you for the real thing,” said Dixon. Marine Corps training takes place in three phases. During each, the recruits learn how to attain and keep top physical condition, how to march in formation, how to fire a rifle accurately over long distances, Marine-style martial arts, how to swim in full gear, discipline and other intangibles. They learn about the history of the Marine Corps, which they take very seriously — the pivotal battles fought by Marines, the core values of honor, courage and commitment and how those values must permeate their lives. The physical training is hard. Very hard, according to some, but the mental stresses are cited more often as the most difficult part of the training. Near constant pressure to perform from drill instructors pushes the recruits to their limits. “I feel like I did a lot of things I couldn’t do before,” 18-year-old Michael Cossalter of MARINES: TO PAGE 25
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At left, mud-caked boots show off the accomplishment of the Cruicble, the ultimate test of physical and mental endurance. Above, the 12-Stall course gave a taste of what it was like to work as a team to accomplish different tasks. (Photos by Chris Dillmann – Sun Newspapers)
Marines FROM PAGE 23 Rosemount said. And what about the Crucible — the 54 hours of hiking in full gear, exercises with a couple hours of sleep and only 3 “Meals Ready to Eat” rations for the duration? “Hell,” Ahlberg said. But the teams of recruits keep themselves going, dragging each other along and finally topping the Reaper, a near vertical climb of a hike that takes them high above Camp Pendleton. With their goal of completing the mission in sight, there’s one other motivation waiting for the recruits. Said Ahlberg: “Title’s right at the end of it.”
The ‘real’ graduation
Graduation was the capstone of the week’s events. Now Marines, they will take a 10-day leave, only to return to begin the real start of their training. (Photo by Chris Dillann – Sun Newspapers)
Though it will be a few days before the former recruits march across the parade grounds and officially graduate from their training, a special sort of graduation is on its way. They’ve made it through the toughest part of their experience, the Crucible — “the best training in the world,” according to many — and are looking forward to food and clean clothing, but they’ve got one more stop to make.
At a special ceremony, the recruits are given a Marine Corps emblem — the eagle, globe and anchor — and addressed as Marines for the first time by their drill instructor. “As soon as it hit my hand, I started crying,” Cossalter said. “Everything comes down to that one moment.” And he was not alone. Many of the newly christened Marines’ eyes betray their emotion as they take their places among the few and the proud. And their perspective has changed. “I don’t have pride,” said Dixon, “I am pride.”
Once a Marine, always a Marine After graduation, the new Marines will take a 10-day leave for some much-earned rest. They then will return to begin their field training. Their journey is just beginning, but no matter what each recruit does going forward each has become a part of the youngest and smallest group of soldiers in the U.S. armed forces. The core values of the Corps – honor, courage and commitment — are built into everything they do. It’s something they are expected to hold on to on and off the battlefield.
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Local educators venture to San Diego for Marine Corps Educators Workshop BY DANIEL CALLAHAN – SUN NEWSPAPERS A group of educators – teachers, counselors – from the Twin Cities and Chicago made their way to San Diego Jan. 9-13 to learn the ins and outs of what it takes to join the United States Marine Corps. Sgt. Maj. Justin Perry, originally from White Bear Lake, spoke plainly to the educators assembled at a dinner Monday, Jan. 9. “We’re not here to try to sell the Marine Corps to you,” he said, but rather to create resources for students who are considering signing up. The program has been in existence for over 25 years in various forms bringing civic leaders, educators and other to get an inside view of the Marine Corps. A view that might have been slightly different before the trip. “I didn’t realize what it involved,” Amy Stewart, a special education instructor at Robbinsdale Armstrong High School, said. “It offers more opportunity for work and personal development than any college I’ve ever seen,” Bloomington Jefferson High School physical Sciences teacher Chris Brom said. For five days, the educators witnessed the making of Marines and experienced many of the less intense parts of recruit training. From running the Bayonet Assault Course at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego to firing M16-A4 rifles at Camp Pendleton, the educators got a taste of what it takes to make it through training. “It’s been an amazing, enlightening experience,” James Redelsheimer, an AP economics teacher from Armstrong, said, “to see what it takes to make a Marine.” Near the conclusion of the trip, many of the educators agreed on the positive aspects of joining the Corps. “It offers more than I thought,” said Brom. “I would have no reservations sending my daughter or son.” Many of the educators were able to coordinate seeing or hearing about their former students now in training. Said Redelsheimer of seeing a former student: “He was a nice man, but definitely a changed person.” For more stories and photos from the trip, visit www.MinnLocal.com and click the “Dan and Chris Go to Boot Camp” link on the homepage.
Above, educators test their strength lifting 30-lb ammo boxes above their head with a goal of 100 times in two minutes. At right, the Bayonet Assualt Obstacle Course was demonstrated to represent a battlefield environment.
(Photos by Chris Dillmann – Sun Newspapers)
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GIRLS BASKETBALL: JEFFERSON VS. LAKEVILLE NORTH When: 7:15 p.m. Where: Bloomington Jefferson High School, 4001 W. 102nd St. Info: 952-681-6409
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LEGAL NOTICES City of Bloomington NOTICE OF CITY OF BLOOMINGTON POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY The city of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission, or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Bloomington services, programs, and activities. The city has designated coordinators to facilitate compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as required by Section 35.107 of the U.S. Department of Justice regulations, and to coordinate compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as mandated by Section 8.53 of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulations. For more information contact the Human Services Division, City of Bloomington, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, Minnesota 55431, telephone: 563-8700; TDD: 563-8740.
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(Official Publication) STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF HENNEPIN DISTRICT COURT FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: PERSONAL INJURY/CONTRACT Court File No.: 27-CV-11-21965 The Hon. Janet N. Poston SUMMONS Jacquelyn Carlson, Plaintiff, vs. Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company and Richard Workman, Defendant. THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO RICHARD WORKMAN:
Capella Tower 225 6th Street S, Suite 4150 Minneapolis, MN 55402
1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file in the office of the Court Administrator of the above-named Court. Do not throw these papers away. These are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the dat on which you received this Summons. You must send a copy of your An-
City of Bloomington (Official Publication) INVITATION FOR BIDS CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA Sealed bids will be received at the office of the City Engineer, 1700 W 98th St, Bloomington, MN 55431, up to the time of bid opening, for construction of the: 2011-801 Alpha Business Center Demolition 1-4 Which consists of: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
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Square feet of building removal - including regulated waste, Sanitary and water service disconnections, Square yards of bituminous removal, Cubic yards of imported topsoil, Square yards of subgrade preparation, and Acres of seeding and mulching.
Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the South Conference Room at 1700 W 98th St at: 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 14, 2012. Plans, Specifications, and Proposal forms are on file and are available from the office of the City Engineer, 1700 West 98th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431, upon non-refundable deposit of a $75. Project documents are also available at the City web site www.ci.bloomington.mn.us, Keyword “Construction Bidding” The complete set of digital bidding documents are available for downloading at no cost using the City e-gram site. Users will need to contact the City at (952) 563-4870 or engineering@ci.bloomington.mn.us for assistance in user account setup. No bids will be considered unless sealed, labeled as a bid for the project, and filed with the City Engineer of Bloomington and accompanied by Bid Security, in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders (to be forfeited as liquidated damages in the event the bid be accepted and the bidder shall fail to enter promptly into a written contract and furnish the required bonds). The Contractor is responsible for the delivery of the bid to the office of the City Engineer. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids, to waive informalities, to award the contract in whole or in part, and to award to the bidder the City determines is in the City’s best interest. The City of Bloomington hereby notifies all bidders that businesses owned and controlled by minorities or women will be afforded maximum feasible opportunity to submit bids and/or proposals and will not be subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, handicap, public assistance, marital or national origin. The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Bloomington services, programs and activities. Upon request, the City will attempt to accommodate special needs for this information. Shelly A. Pederson, City Engineer July 25, 2011 (Jan. 19,26, Feb. 2, 2012) D3-2011-801Bids
3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgement can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. KATZ, MANKA, TEPLINSKY, GRAVES & SOBOL, LTD. Dated: January 8, 2012 By /s/ Scott A. Teplinsky Scott A. Teplinsky, #161974 Attorneys for Plaintiff 225 S. Sixth, Suite 4150 Minneapolis, MN 55402 (612) 333-1671 (Jan. 19,26, Feb. 2, 2012) D3-WorkmanSummons
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: Kumon Math and Reading Center of Bloomington Principal Place of Business: 10800 Normandale Blvd, Bloomington, MN 55437 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 registered office address: Successful Learners, Inc., 10800 Normandale Blvd, Bloomington, MN 55437 I, the undersigned, certify that I am sign-
ing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. FILED: December 30, 2011 /s/ Mariya Chernina, President (Jan. 12 & 19, 2012) D3-KumanMath
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: JD Plumbing Principal Place of Business: 4508 W. 99th street, Bloomington, MN 55437 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 registered office address: James Daniel Sorenson, 4508 W. 99th street, Bloomington, MN 55437 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 required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. FILED: January 4, 2012 /s/ James Sorenson, Owner (Jan. 12 & 19, 2012) D3-JDPlumbing
School District 271 (Official Publication) MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 271 Bloomington, Minnesota December 12, 2011 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, and there being a quorum present, the Board of Education of Independent School District 271, was called to order by Chair Chuck Walter at 7:00 p.m. on December 12, 2011, in the Community Room at the Educational Services Center, 1350 West 106th Street, Bloomington, Minnesota. Members Present: Chuck Walter, Chair; Melissa Halvorson Wiklund, Vice Chair; Tim Culver, Clerk; Arlene Bush, Treasurer; Maureen Bartolotta, Mark Hibbs and Jim Sorum. Administration Present: Les Fujitake, Nancy
Allen-Mastro, Rod Zivkovich, Eric Melbye, Bruce Pappas, Tom Holton and Rick Kaufman. Attorney Present: David Holman. RECOGNITIONS: Friend—Bloomington Educational Cable Television (BEC TV). South Suburban Flyers Adapted Soccer Team—5th Place in State Tournament. Kennedy and Jefferson Advanced Placement Scholars. Jefferson Marching Band in honor of 70th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor Day. Dr. Richard Cash, Director of Gifted and Talented Programs, awarded the 2011 Early Leader Award from the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC). Highlighting Academic Innovations—Kennedy High School Differentiated Staffing/Sectionals. School Board Members Jim Sorum (21 years) and Chuck Walter (8 years). CONSENT ACTION APPOVED: Minutes of the Regular Meeting November 14, 2011. Personnel Items. Non-Resident Student Attendance Agreements 2011-2012 and 2012-2013. Field Trips. Grants—$10,000 grant from the Bloomington Community Foundation to fund the Kindergarten School Readiness Skills Program (Kindersprouts) for summer 2011 and LCTS grants totaling $161,282 from the Hennepin South Services Collaborative to fund five school district projects during the 2012 calendar year. Authorized the continuation of Board appointments and authorizations to begin January 1, 2012, and continue until the Board’s organizational meeting January 9, 2012: Chairperson and other Board officers, Deputy Clerk, designation of depositories for District funds, investment of surplus funds, representation of the Board at bid openings, use of facsimile signatures for financial transactions and personnel contracts, and appointment of Board representation to other governing boards and associations. Gifts and donations totaling $9,542.00. Receipts and Disbursements. Finance Reports for October 2011. For Information—Revised Regulation 513.1 Granting Credits Grades 9-12. ACTION ITEMS APPROVED: Entering into a two-month agreement with Hub Property Trust Extending the terms of the current lease (Community Services Campus) from January 1, 2012, to February 29, 2012. The agreement provides that when the School Board approves a new four-year lease, the terms of the new lease will be retroactive to the first day of January 2012. Accepted Auditor’s Report from Kern, DeWenter, Viere, Ltd., which includes Audited Financial Statements, Audited Financial Statements of the Student Activity Accounts and accompanying Management Letters for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2011. Approved the operating transfers of $553,549 from the General Fund to certain programs accounted for in the Community Service Fund for fiscal year 2010-2011. Approved committed funds in specified areas: $235,000 for Worker’s Compensation Insurance. $232,382 for Third Party Medical Assistance. $66,172 for Wellness Dollars. $77,082 for Band Uniform and Instrument Replacement. $9,351,946 for Operating Referendum. $500,000 for Transportation Building. $2,721,764 for Transportation. $700,000 for Transportation Bus Purchase. $2,153,712 for Severance Insurance. $1,799,045 for Technology Replacement. $250,000 for LCTS Repayment. $1,000,000 for Energy Savings. $250,000 for Security Systems. Approved the property tax levy for the final 2011 payable 2012 levy of $43,442,157. In the event of any changes to levy amounts by the Minnesota Department of Education, it is the intent of the School Board of Independent School District 271 to levy the appropriate amount as allowed by law. The state requires that districts use the term “Maximum” on the cer-
tification sheet to allow these corrections to the levy. Accepted the Annual Report for the 2010-2011 school year. Approved the calendar for the 2012-2013 school year. Effective fall 2012-2013 student hours will be as follows: High Schools (M, T & F) 7:50-2:25. High Schools (W &TH) 7:50-2:02. Middle Schools 7:55-2:25. Elementary Schools 8:45-3:05 (w/o Hillcrest & Ridgeview). Hillcrest 9:15-3:35. Ridgeview 9:05-3:25. Approved the Extended Field Trip Application for 8th Grade students at Valley View Middle School. Approved increasing KinderPlus fees $5.00/month for the 2012-2013 school year. The fee will be $390/month, for a total fee of $3,510.00. A minimum of 20 students will be required to offer a section. Approved the proposed fee increases for Youth and Family Programs, which include Summer Spectrum, Galaxy, School Readiness and Early Learners Academy. By consensus, the Board determined that no budget adjustments will be recommended for the 20122013 school year. Committee reports by Board members. School Board action canceled the December 26 Study Session and established a Study Session on January 3, at 7 p.m. to discuss Board organizational matters for 2012. The next meeting is January 9, which will be the Board’s organizational meeting for 2012. Reelected Board Member Maureen Bartolotta and new board members Dick Bergstrom and Nelly Korman will take the Oath of Office. There being no further business to come before the School Board the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m. The minutes, resolutions and reports are on file at the Educational Services Center, 1350 West 106th Street, and are open to public inspection. Tim Culver, Clerk (Jan. 19, 2012) D3-271Dec12RegMin
City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF HEARING Please take notice that at the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bloomington to be held on Monday, January 23, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, the City Council of the City of Bloomington will conduct a public hearing to consider adoption of a Resolution approving a revision to the 2012 Schedule of Fees and Charges regarding a new fee for adult pickleball open gym. Lori Economy-Scholler Chief Financial Officer (Jan. 19, 2012) D3-RevisedSchedule Legal Notices continued on next page
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Housing FROM PAGE 1 merly known for car sales. The housing units and a small retail component are the first of two phases planned in the southeast quadrant of the Penn and American intersection. The three housing structures will include one eight-story building and two four-story buildings, Markegard noted. The Luxembourg project will add 282 upscale rental units to the southeast quadrant of Interstate 494 and Highway 100. The three-story building on the former Seagate Technology site will include a four-level parking ramp, according to Markegard. The two projects are in response to an increasing demand in the housing market for upscale rental housing, Markegard said. It has been about 25 years since an upscale rental housing project has been developed in the city, he noted. The increased demand for upscale rental housing has several contributing factors, including an increase in the number of one- and two-person households and a higher interest in rental housing than 10 years ago, Markegard said. The increased difficulty in obtaining a mortgage in comparison to five years ago is also driving demand for rental housing, he added. Founder’s Ridge, a Presbyterian Homes development, is a four-phase senior housing project that is intended to provide a continuum of care through independent and assisted-living services. Its first phase is under construction. At completion it will provide 105 housing units, Markegard said. The development is on land that had been part of the Bethany College of Missions campus off Auto Club Road in
The Genesee Apartments and Townhomes project at the intersection of Penn Avenue and American Boulevard in Bloomington will bring 234 upscale rental housing units to the city in 2012 through construction of three buildings, at a site formerly known for car sales. Permits for more than 600 new residential dwellings were approved in 2011 by the city. (Photo by Mike Hanks – Sun Newspapers) southwest Bloomington. The number of single-family home permits issued in 2011 was 24, the highest since 2002. Of those 24, eight are part of the Hidden Bluffs development on the north side of the Bethany College campus. The development has 40 lots, which makes it an anomaly in Bloomington. With developable land at a minimum, multi-unit single-family developments are uncommon
these days. “This is the largest we’ve had since the 1990s,” Markegard said. The redevelopment of the Genesee and Luxembourg sites will be a benefit to the city’s market value, according to City Assessor Matt Gersemehl, increasing the value of the sites about four to five times, he noted. Although the property taxes paid by the site won’t increase four to five times, the
city will keep more of the property tax revenue generated by residential developments than it receives from commercial or industrial properties, Markegard noted. Another 600 housing units are unlikely in 2012, but another upscale rental housing project is on track for 2012 in the Normandale Lake district. Zoning has been approved for 250 units in that development, Markegard noted.
LEGAL NOTICES 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: Dragon’s Tail Productions Principal Place of Business: 8612 Rich Road, Bloomington, MN 55437 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 registered office address: Joel Bronson, 8612 Rich Road, Bloomington, MN 55437 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 required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. FILED: December 2, 2011 /s/ Joel Bronson, Owner (Jan. 19 & 26, 2012) D3-Dragon’sTail
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(Official Publication) REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROPERTY INFORMATION AND COMPUTER AIDED MASS APPRAISAL SYSTEM The City of Bloomington Minnesota is soliciting proposals for furnishing and implementing application software to support the City Assessing Division’s property information and appraisal functions. The primary objective of this process is to replace the Division’s existing legacy Property Information and CAMA application. The intent of this RFP is to identify software and services that will satisfactorily achieve the City’s overall goals and objectives as outlined in the RFP.
Interested vendors should submit one original and eight complete paper copies of their proposal as well as one complete electronics copy on CD-ROM or USB flash drive (compatible with Microsoft Office or Adobe Acrobat Reader software) no later than 4:30 p.m. CST, Thursday, February 23, 2012. Late proposals will not be accepted. No responses will be accepted via facsimile or email.
Copies of this Request for Proposal may be obtained by contacting the City’s Purchasing Office at 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington MN
Proposals must be submitted to Heather Forcier, Purchasing Agent, Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington MN 55431. Proposals must be sealed in a mailing envelope or package and clearly marked “CITY OF BLOOMINGTON MINNESOTA – PROPERTY INFORMATION AND COMPUTER AIDED MASS APPRAISAL SYSTEM (CAMA)” with the vendor’s name and address clearly written on the outside.
The City of Bloomington reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive informalities, to award the contract in whole or in part, and to award to the vendor the City determines is in the City’s best interest. CITY OF BLOOMINGTON Heather Forcier Purchasing Agent (Jan. 19 & 26, 2012) D3-SoftwareRFP
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 Bloomington 34107: 9033 Lyndale Ave S., Bloomington, MN 55420. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell at public auction on
January 30, 2012 at 9:30 am 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: A027 - Makela, Brian; A077 - Lamboy, Orlando; A078 - Geelan, Kathleen; A113 - Beattie, Terry; A117 - Beattie, Terry; A136 - Koltes, Scott; B336 - Rodriguez, Carmen; B368 - Edwards, Jimmie; B382 - Rodriguez, Daniel; R020 - Isom, Eric. (Jan. 12 & 19, 2012) PS 34107 D3-Bloom-Jan30 Auction
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Bloomington Jefferson senior guard/forward Ryan Gilmer (5) has developed into a strong offensive and defensive player while serving as the Jaguars’ captain. Gilmer is averaging nearly 18 points per game this season.
Hockey Day Minnesota 2012 will be dedicated to the family of paralyzed Benilde-St. Margaret’s sophomore hockey player Jack Jablonski. The Minnesota Wild, Fox Sports North and Wells Fargo will hold an all-day telethon as part of Hockey Day Minnesota raising money for the Jack Jablonski Trust Fund. Hockey Day Minnesota activities begin the morning of Saturday, Jan. 21. There will be an online auction as part of the telethon. Among the auction items is lunch with Wild general manager Chuck Fletcher and head coach Mike Yeo. High school hockey games have been moved from Lake Minnetonka to Pagel Activity Center in Minnetonka. The Gophers host Colorado College at 5 p.m. at Mariucci Arena as part of Hockey Day Minnesota. Capping the day is the Wild’s game against the Dallas Stars at Xcel Energy Center at 8 p.m.
The Kennedy goalie stopped 64 of 68 shots during his team’s 4-0 loss to Eagan Jan. 7 in South Suburban Conference boys hockey action.
Marcus Alipate The University of St. Thomas freshman guard from Bloomington scored 13 points to spark the Tommies to a 66-59 Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference men’s basketball victory over Carleton Jan. 11.
Alfred Jaryan Jaryan, a Kennedy High School graduate, scored 12 points for the St. Olaf College men’s basketball team during its 57-55 loss to Augsburg Jan. 11 in MIAC competition.
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De Vonte Miller The Kennedy senior guard contributed 13 points during the boys basketball team’s 81-57 loss to Apple Valley Jan. 10.
Jade Martin The Kennedy junior guard came through with 22 points as the Eagles defeated Apple Valley 76-64 in a South Suburban Conference girls basketball game Jan. 10. The Eagles are 11-2 overall and 5-0 in the conference.
Mite Winter Classic The first Bloomington Mite Winter Classic is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, at Running Park, 9501 12th Ave. S., Bloomington. The event coincides with Hockey Day Minnesota and the Bloomington Winter Fete celebration. Mite hockey teams from Bloomington Jefferson, Bloomington Kennedy and Richfield will have a day of outdoor hockey games. “The goal of our event is to get our hockey association kids to experience the joy of playing real outdoor hockey games and join in the tradition that is Minnesota outdoor hockey,” said Mite Winter Classic event coordinator Erling Ringquist. – Compiled by Greg Kleven
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Gilmer connection clicks again for Jaguar basketball Ryan Gilmer follows in successful footsteps of older brother Chad BY GREG KLEVEN – SUN NEWSPAPERS The Gilmer connection continues to click for the Bloomington Jefferson boys basketball program.
Chad starred for the Jaguars’ basketball and soccer teams during his prep career and is now a junior all-region and all-conference soccer defender at Augsburg College. His younger brother Ryan has made a name for himself competing in basketball and football at Jefferson. Ryan, a senior, was a starting wide GILMER: TO PAGE 32
Anne Gathje Gathje scored 23 points in the Jefferson girls basketball team’s 55-50 South Suburban Conference loss to Prior Lake Jan. 10.
Ben Cousins The Bloomington Kennedy wrestler was 24-3 at 152 pounds during the first half of the season. He is ranked third in the state at his weight.
Olivia Spellmire The Jefferson sophomore forward scored a hat trick as the Jaguars defeated Rosemount 6-2 in a South Suburban girls hockey game Jan. 3.
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Alpine skiers place high despite adverse conditions Michael Murray is second overall in conference race at Buck Hill BY GREG KLEVEN – SUN NEWSPAPERS Skiing conditions have been less than ideal for high school area Alpine teams. But Bloomington skiers have managed high finishes on the soft snow in recent meets. Bloomington’s Alpine ski teams, composed of Jefferson and Kennedy athletes, each placed fourth overall in a South Suburban Conference meet Jan. 12 at Buck Hill. Bloomington’s Michael Murray was second overall in the competition with a combined two-run time of 46.59 seconds. “Michael’s skiing performances have been excellent,” said Bloomington ski coach James MacMahon. “He is right on track as far as his tactics and ski lines are concerned.” Adam Wilson was 12th (53.15) and Matt Swanson came in 21st (55.10). Mark Bresnahan finished 29th (57.57) and Trevor Frosig was 33rd (58.47). Alex Schneider finished 34th (58.58) and Ryan Murray was 36th (59.07). Kyle Schneider placed 40th (63.43) and Alec Bramer was 44th (65.63). Isabelle Iwen led the Bloomington girls Alpine team with a third-place time of 49.76. Her sister Annalise Iwen was fourth (51.08). Erin Spong was 26th (61.22) and Danielle Blais came in 27th (61.87). Manon Guillot placed 34th (64.67) and Mckenna Hanson finished 41st (70.18). Kari Garnett was 50th (82.51) and Irene Garcia placed 52nd (88.69). “Spong and the Iwens have been top five finishers in most of our meets this season,” said MacMahon. “The warm temperatures create ruts and bumps in the soft snow, but our skiers have done well on those tough courses.” Bloomington participated in the Buck Hill Invitational Jan. 6. That meet attracted 20 teams. Bloomington’s Ryan Murray placed 52nd of 162 boys skiers in 52.77 seconds. Frosig was 95th (60.50) and
Gilmer FROM PREVIOUS PAGE receiver for the Jaguars in football and earned his second varsity letter this past fall season. However, Gilmer’s shines more brightly on the basketball court than football field. The 6-foot-3 guard/forward is one of the leading scorers in the metro area averaging nearly 18 points per game. Gilmer opened the season impressively with a 29-point performance against Chanhassen. Gilmer netted a season-high 32 points to spark Jefferson to a 64-54 victory over Burnsville Jan. 12. The Jaguars have
Bloomington skier Erin Spong races down the slope during the Buck Hill Invitational Jan. 6. Spong finished ninth of 156 participants. (Photo by Brian Nelson – Contributing Photographer) Wilson came in 103rd (63.36). Spong led the Bloomington girls team with a ninthplace time of 48.28 seconds. Isabelle Iwen was 11th
compiled a 5-6 record. Jefferson head coach Jeff Evens is delighted with Gilmer’s scoring efforts but has been just as impressed with his defensive efforts and leadership qualities. “Ryan is our best defensive player and received that team award as a junior last season,” said the Jefferson coach. “This season he was elected captain by his peers and leads by example. “He has come a long ways offensively. Ryan used to catch and shoot. Now, he is taking the ball hard to the basket and is our scoring leader.” How does Even compare the Gilmer brothers in regards to court skills and style? “They are both similar in their work ethic,” said Evens. “However, Ryan is
(48.41) and Annalise Iwen finished 31st (53.92). Bloomington will compete in another meet at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, at Buck Hill.
more of a slasher who can drive to the basket or shoot the long shot. “Chad was more of a typical guard, who shot well from outside.” Ryan Gilmer enjoys football, but basketball is his passion. “I like the atmosphere of basketball and would like to continue playing the sport at the college level,” said Gilmer. “As team captain, I try to provide leadership by giving 100 percent at all times. “We have a really tight group of guys on this team and continue to make progress offensively and defensively.” Growing up playing against his older brother in neighborhood games might have speeded up Ryan’s basketball development. “I was involved in a lot of friendly competition with my brother,” said
Ryan. “But he has always been supportive of me.” Now Ryan is providing support for his Jaguar teammates. Gilmer has been the leading scorer for Jefferson in the majority of its 11 games. Gilmer’s season-high 32 points helped Jefferson beat Burnsville 64-54 last week. He got scoring help form T.J. LaDuke (10) and Brian Mariska (8). Jefferson lost 57-40 to Prior Lake Jan. 10 as Gilmer came through with 17 points and Matt Rosen had six points. Jefferson’s basketball team will travel to Lakeville North for a 7:15 p.m. game Friday, Jan. 20. Then Jefferson plays host to crosstown rival Kennedy at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24.
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Kennedy girls add two impressive wins to basketball resume No. 4-ranked Eagles defeat Apple Valley, Rosemount Bloomington Kennedy’s girls basketball squad, ranked fourth in the state among Class 4A teams, posted two impressive victories last week. The Eagles defeated Apple Valley 7664 Jan. 10 as four players scored in double figures – Jade Martin (22), Micaela Meredith (17), Kenisha Bell (12) and Heather Bachman (11). Jasimine Scott and Tonoia Wade scored six points each. Kennedy beat Rosemount 80-50 Jan. 13. The Eagles demonstrated balanced scoring again with four players in double figures. Those leading Kennedy scorers were Martin (17), Bell (16), Bachman (12) and Wade (12). Kennedy is 12-2 overall and 6-0 in the South Suburban Conference.
Gunn aids win Kennedy improved its boys basketball record to 4-7 by beating Rosemount 56-50 Jan. 13. The Eagles, coached by Nick Pocius, have a 2-2 conference mark. Rico Gunn netted 14 points for the winners. Jumah’ri Turner was also in double figures with 11 points. Kennedy’s other leading scorers were Robert Parker (9), Darin Pittman (9) and Jacob Kohner (7). Apple Valley defeated Kennedy 81-57 Jan. 10. Senior guard De Vonte Miller netted 13 points and Kohner had 12 points. Gunn finished with nine points.
Goalie stay busy Kennedy boys hockey goaltender Tony Basil had a busy game finishing with 64 saves as the Eagles lost 4-0 to Eagan Jan. 7. Basil had another strong game making 28 saves as Kennedy was defeated 20 by Chaska Jan. 14.
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Burnsville blanked Kennedy 9-0 Jan. 12. Basil finished with 43 saves in that contest. In girls hockey action, Kennedy goaltender Christina Nelson made 60 stops as the Eagles lost 7-0 to Lakeville South Jan. 14.
Villa dives to title Kennedy senior Andres Villa won the diving title at the Section 2AA True Team Boys Swimming and Diving Meet Jan. 14 at Oak Grove Middle School pool. Villa claimed the diving title with 411.10 points and finished well ahead of second-place Sam Belo (239.95) of Minneapolis South. “Andres was in a different class than the rest of the field,” said Kennedy coach Todd Walsh. “There was no other event winner that separated himself as much as Andres did in diving.”
Kennedy junior Dave Brazel was third in the 100-yard breaststroke with a season-best time of 1 minute, 9.76 seconds. Kennedy placed fourth out of seven teams with 797 points. Cretin-Derham Hall was champion (1,232). Kennedy’s fourth-place 200 medley relay team consisted of Grant Terrien, Stephen Kindem, Dave Brazel and Aaron Knigge. Terrien was fourth in the 200 individual medley and Kindem placed fifth in the 100 freestyle.
Currin places high Kennedy gymnast Alana Currin attained two firsts during a dual meet against Rosemount Jan. 10. Currin was first in all-around (33.65) and floor exercise (8.7), second on vault (8.7) and beam (8.60) and third on bars (7.65).
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BOB’s
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763-225-6200
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Fireplace & Firewood
FIREWOOD
Clean Dry Very Nice Oak Fireplace Wood 4'x8'x16” $125 delivered, quantity discounts. Call 320-980-2498
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Furnishings
5000
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Rentals Senior Rentals
ment in an established 55+ building. Convenient location. Call 612-721-5077
Talheim in Chaska
Couch, loveseat, chair matching. Tan, microfiber Exc cond! $500 952-843-8138
Now accepting applications for the 1BR waiting list for Senior 62 years & older.
SOFA: Henredon 3 pc sectional. $500/OBO. 952-881-1381 SteelCase u-shaped desk unit. Like new! Reduced to $600 Plymouth 715-571-1920
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Buying Old Trains & Toys
STEVE'S TRAIN CITY
952-933-0200
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Leisure
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Fitness Equipment
HUGE selection-refurbished ellipticals, treadmills, bikes, weights & more. 30 day $$$ back satisfaction guarantee. 90 day parts warr. Preview pushpedalpull.com/pages/ used-fitness-equipment. Try before you buy at our St. Louis Park warehouse.
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Sporting Goods & Misc
Personal Gun Collection for Sale. High quality! Call for pricing. 612-408-0222
9050
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Misc. Wanted
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Health Care
5300
Duplexes/Dbl Bungalows For Rent
Bloomington: 2BR, 1BA, W/D, Excellent Location, $850/mo 952-944-5532
5600
Rooms For Rent
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Call for details: Michael (763) 227-1567
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Real Estate Manufactured Homes
2008 Mobile Home for Rent with obtain to Buy 3BR, 1BA, $800/mo Krestwood Mobile Village 10225 Lyndale Ave S. Bloomington. Call Carol 952-807-5331
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Program Counselors Seeking counselors to work PT with individuals with disabilities in the Chaska area. A valid driver’s license, dependable vehicle, and car insurance are required. There are a wide variety of shifts available. If interested, submit a cover letter & resume:
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work marketing distributors desiring leadership positions. We have the products - people - positioning - pay plan - track record. Discover for yourself. 800-240-8340(24 HR MSG) or 800-621-2065 (LIVE)
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Health Care
RN - Home Care Program Director Sholom seeks an experienced RN for program development & mgmnt of our Private Duty/Medicare Home Care division (Class A licensure). The ideal candidate will have worked in home care in hands-on & supervisory roles. Medicare Home Care exp pref'd. Current licensure as a RN in the State of Minnesota. Strong computer skills req'd. Submit applications online at: www.sholom.com EOE/AA
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Education
Teachers and Assistants New Horizon Academy is accepting resumes for Teachers and Assistants for our Bloomington locations. Candidates must have some college coursework completed in early childhood or related field of study and experience in an early childhood education program. Email resume to lheruth@nhacademy or call Linda at 763-383-6219. E.O.E.
Job Fair Wednesday 9am Noon for the folWe're looking for motivated
Biz-2-Biz Interviewing Home Based B2B marketing and sales experience pref'd. No home calling. 15+hrs/wk avail from your home. M-F days. $14-$18/hr. Call 952-252-6000 infotechmarketing.com
Customer Support Representative This position is responsible for sales support for all Account Managers. Processes orders, prepares correspondence, and fulfills customer needs to ensure satisfaction. Processing of documents including orders, invoices, and credits. Acts as liaison between sales and operations for order tracking and equipment allocations. Full time position with benefits including health insurance, PTO, paid holidays, and 401K. Please send resume with salary requirements to Hardware.com 7667 Cahill Road, Suite 400, Edina, Mn 55439 or email to Carmen.nielsen@ hardware.com
lowing positions: Forklift/ Warehouse/Machine Operators/Printing/Office Admin/Shipping & Receiving. Call for more info 952-924-9000
Local, Up-and-Coming, Award-Winning Firm full of smart, driven capitalists hiring 3 Sales Mgr / Team Coaches to lead new nat'l sales team. Young or old apply now, we'll know if you've got what it takes. Call Heidi at 763-231-9650 or to go www.ffusa.com/ sun
MATURE DRIVERS $350 + per wk driving passengers to medical appointments. Clear criminal Background driving rec, neat appearance, Exc. people skills, ability to pass a physical. Leave Msg on Care Cab. Msg Ctr 1-800-437-2094 (Metro area and St. Cloud) Nat'l Market Manager Leader in underground tracer wire system technology is searching for a Nat'l Market Mgr for the Telecommunications Market. Responsibilities are to develop market channels & grow sales as well as implement new business develop processes & plans. Knowledge of fiber installation & construction practices is req'd. Extensive product training provided. Must be highly self motivated & an active team member. Travel req'd. Send resume to: info@ copperheadwire.com Copperhead
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Loving Shepherd Early Learning Center, a Christian-based program located off of Hwy 100 & Glenwood, is hiring for the following position:
Requires BA, BS or AA degree in early childhood or education or related field: experience preferred but not required. Includes a full benefit package. Apply by email earlylearningcenter@ gvlc.net or fax resume to: 763-543-8636 Work for a center that cares for it's staff as much as it's children. EOE.
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9200 Clerical
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individuals to join Minnesota's #1 real estate team. We'll provide the training and resources. You bring the desire for personal and financial growth. Together we'll build your real estate career. Call Irene Levy at 952-949-4759 or email: iblevy@cbburnet.com
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We're looking for two PT seasonal people to assist our CPA firm. Candidates should be energetic,responsible and detail oriented. Responsibilities include scanning/assembling tax returns and other support where needed. Individuals would work 20 25 hours each week during business hours late Jan through mid-April. Exact schedules are flexible. $12 per hr. We'll train. Some public accounting experience is a plus. If interested e-mail: Froehling Anderson CPA's careers@fapw-cpa.com
Janitorial Looking for 4-5 permanent PT cleaning specialists apply at www.leadens.com 763-441-4859
RT - Pediatrics Part time 5-9 pm M-Th, occ. day shift 8-5, rotate Sat ams Excellent Benefits Fax: 952-278-6947 or call 952-278-6950.
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COMMUNITY EDITOR EDINA Sun Newspapers is seeking a fulltime Community Editor, to cover the city of Edina. Our editors write, photograph & maintain close relationships with the communities they serve. Must be able to write a feature one moment & effective local government coverage the next - & take photos to accompany both. Knowledge of AP Style required. Layout experience (Quark/Indesign) preferred. We offer the opportunity to get a start in journalism or a spot to grow your career. Benefits include 401(k), health, dental, life insurance & paid vacation. Cover letter, resume & clips or links to clips should be sent to:
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IWCO Direct is the fastest growing integrated solutions provider for direct marketers. Our company provides direct marketing campaigns for some of the most recognizable companies in the country and offers print, envelope (printing and converting), promotional plastics, personalization, bindery, lettershop, and Automated Marketing Program (AMP™) services. If you are interested in a career opportunity that offers innovative employee programs and fosters an environment where individuals are encouraged to make a difference, we’d like to hear from you. We are currently seeking energetic, team-oriented individuals for the following positions: • Machine Operators • Printer Operators • Technicians • Preventative Maintenance Mechanic • Client Service Representatives • Client Service Clerks
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IWCO Direct is located in Chanhassen, MN, a suburb of Minneapolis. IWCO Direct offers an excellent work environment along with a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, an onsite fitness center, and the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry. For more information about IWCO Direct or to apply for open positions, please visit our website at www.iwco.com/careers.html EEO/AA/M/F/D/V
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OPPORTUNITIES! Have you dreamed about working with a group of motivated individuals who love tackling challenging problems faced by today’s business environment? A team focused on being flexible and agile, working together to produce innovative solutions that go above and beyond being “good enough”? If so, then Digi-Key may be just the place for you! For almost 40 years, Digi-Key Corporation, located in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, has offered innovative solutions for individuals seeking quality electronic components. Our most recent initiative involved ceasing production of our print catalog in favor of moving to an all-digital catalog, located on our award-winning website. Digi-Key’s IT group has designed, developed, and delivered this website, ranked as the #1 website in the electronics industry for the last 17 years in a row. Our talented IT staff is focused on providing our customers and business partners with the best systems and most effective business experience possible. Currently, we are actively recruiting individuals to fill positions within our IT group, including:
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9400
Seasonal Hiring
9667
Snow Plow Operators
Pontiac
06 Grand Prix: 4dr, 104K, new tires & batt. Runs & looks great. Lite hail dam on silver paint-hard to see. Black cloth int. 2nd owner. $6750/bo 612-987-1044
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