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BELLE PLAINE
Charlotte DeMars, Mary Kasper and Joan Glisczinski slice apples, which were then put in an apple press, owned by Doug Kasper of Belle Plaine, and turned into delicious apple juice. (Photo by Rachel Wittrock)
HEALTH
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Parks Trails Recreation Nature
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FOOD
Farmers Market
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LEISURE Youth Sports Adult Sports Clubs & Organizations Arts & Entertainment
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LIVING
GOVERNMENT
City of Belle Plaine City Council Meetings Scott County Frequently Called Numbers Libraries Utilities Metropolitan Council Watersheds Licenses & Documents U.S. Postal Service Transportation Health & Human Services Elections State of Minnesota United States
Health & Wellness
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Belle Plaine ISD 716 Special Programs Non-Public Schools Help & Support Services
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MARKETPLACE Media Chamber of Commerce Business Directory
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PETS Dog Licenses Lost Pet Adoption & Rescue
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2015 lifestyle guide Group Publisher: Bill Davis Director of Operations: Laurie Hartmann Managing Editor: Richard Crawford Editor/ Editorial Content: Amanda McKnight Cover Photo: Amanda McKnight Cover Design: Nicole Bullock Editorial Design: Rachel Larivee Advertising: Southwest News Media staff
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WELCOME
The Belle Plaine Municipal Swimming Pool is a favorite summer hangout spot for the locals. Residents of the surrounding area often travel to use the pool, which also has a waterslide, two diving boards and a wading pool for younger kids. (Photo by Amanda McKnight)
A WELCOMING COMMUNITY W elcome to the 2015-2016 Belle Plaine Lifestyle Guide. What makes Belle Plaine such a welcoming community? For this year’s guide we asked for your advice and called upon a random sampling of residents to tell us what they love about living here. Throughout our 2015-16 Belle Plaine Lifestyle Guide, you’ll see what they enjoy about the city, the community, the businesses and all the other amenities that make Belle Plaine not just where they live but what makes it their home. Belle Plaine is a charming community nestled in the beautiful Minnesota River Valley. Located midway between Mankato and the Twin Cities, Highway 169 provides easy access to this scenic area. Belle Plaine is conveniently located in southwest Scott County as a hub for many major thoroughfares. With a population near 7,000, Belle Plaine has maintained its cozy, small-town feel, yet residents are fortunate to benefit from amenities provided by Scott County, which is one of seven metro area counties. Residents also benefit from being just a short 40-minute drive into the heart of the Twin Cities, so there’s always something to do on the weekends whether it be staying in town for a day of antique shopping or heading to Minneapolis to enjoy a museum or traveling Broadway show.
Belle Plaine is especially beautiful in autumn. Located on the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway, Belle Plaine is the ideal spot to watch the seasons change. Emma Krumbees Apple Orchard, Farm and Restaurant is also a popular local destination in the fall. Whether you’re looking to settle down with your family or just want a quiet and scenic weekend away, Belle Plaine is one of Minnesota’s hidden gems. This publication offers a directory of information and resources used by Belle Plaine area businesses and residents, especially those who are new to this area. The Lifestyle Guide is a compilation of important information — a single source for lists of services, names, telephone numbers and email addresses. Keep it handy; use it often. Our apologies in advance for omissions or for changes that occur after publication. Please notify us of information that needs to be updated so it can be kept current throughout the year. If you would like additional copies of this publication, call our Circulation Department at 952-345-6682. Send information for the Lifestyle Guide to Amanda McKnight at amcknight@ swpub.com.
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VETERANS
2013
2014
492 2008 - 2012 = 50
6,799
6,838
6,902
3.6% increase from April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2014
= 600
5 years and under
10%
18 years and under
30%
Between 19 and 64 years
49.1%
65 years and older
10.9%
POPULATION BREAKDOWN WHITE
94.2%
WORK TRAVEL TIME Mean travel time to work
workers age 16+
31 min
2008 - 2012
HOUSING
2,501 Housing units, 2010 = 300
ASIAN
1.4% HISPANIC OR LATINO
2.1%
TWO OR MORE RACES
1.8%
AMERICAN INDIAN AND ALASKA NATIVE
.2%
BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN
1.1%
1.2% Foreign born Between 2008 and 2012 EDUCATION
95.2% High School Graduate or higher, 25+ 2008 - 2012
27% Bachelor’s Degree or higher, 25+ 2008 - 2012
85.2%
Homeownership rate, 2008 - 2012
89.9% Living in same house 1 year or more $171,200
Median value of ownership occupied homes, 2009 - 2013
2.67 Persons per household $27,687 Money income in past 12 months, 2013 dollars $67,809 Median household income, 2009 - 2013 Source: http://quickfacts.census.gov/
LIFESTYLE SNAPSHOT
POPULATION
ATTRACTIONS
Founders Memorial Park in Belle Plaine boasts of the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. (Photo by Amanda McKnight)
BIG FUN, SMALL TOWN S
“One of the biggest things we hear is we have that small town feel, but we’re still close to the metro and all those amenities.”
mall-town fun is always easy to find in the Belle Plaine area. From BBQ Days and St. Patrick’s Day to the Scott-Carver Threshers Festival, entertainment options abound. There are multiple medallion hunts and royalty coronations in a year’s time, giving further reason - Holly Kreft, city administrator to celebrate. Those who enjoy paintball, zip lines, bowling, horseback riding, miles of trails have reasons to visit, as well. Golf the city’s 18-hole course, or the three others within 10 miles. Don’t forget to stop by the variety of parks throughout town, one of which houses the Episcopal Church of the Transformation, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Hooper-BowlerCanterbury Park 9 Hillstrom House is also on the register and is a common stop for visitors and residents alike. Minnesota Harvest 11 And according to City Administrator Holly Kreft, the local trails that connect the park system in town are well worth checking out. Knotty Oar Marina 11 “We have a trail system that we call the Beautiful Prairie Trail,” Kreft said. “It connects all the parks and connects the people to natural amenities. We’ve been building on it over the last 10-15 years.” Forty minutes from the core of the Twin Cities, Belle Plaine is close enough to the city to enjoy its offerings, but far enough away to enjoy the quiet serenity of country living.
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ATTRACTIONS PARKS COMMUNITY PARKS Archery Park 22331 Union Trail Archery range. Blaha Memorial Song Bird Sanctuary 200 W. Court St. Bird sanctuary property. Chatfield Park 550 E. State St. 1 acre, playground, half court basketball, field. Community Dog Park 200 block of S. Market St. Dog park, hockey rink. Founders Park 450 E. Church St. Features the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. Fountain Park 801 W. Forest St. Softball field, playground equipment including super slide, picnic shelter, restroom facility.
Heritage Square Park 500 E. Orchard St. 7 acres, baseball field, skate park, basketball court and playground equipment, shelters, trail. Union Square Park 201 S. Eagle St. 5.2 acres, picnic shelters, band shell, grills, playground, baseball field, horseshoe pit, restrooms; location of annual Bar-B-Q Days celebration. OTHER PARK AREAS Creekside Park 931 Park Dr. Playground equipment and basketball court. Century Park 200 W. Century St. Playground equipment, sand volleyball courts, gazebo. Deer Park N. of Deer Creek Pkwy. 7.7 acres, natural habitat. Hickory Park 801 E. Orchard St. 4 acres, playground equipment, multi-use recreational rink.
COURT SQUARE PARK
410 N. Cedar St., Belle Plaine Court Square has the distinction of having the Hooper Bowler Hillstrom Historical House adjacent to the park. The house, available for tours by members of the Belle Plaine Historical Society, was built in 1871 by S.A. Hooper, an early resident. Court Square contains a park shelter with a kitchen (available for rent); four barbecue grills and horseshoe pits; playground equipment including: slides with swings, merry-go-round, play system, swings and jungle gym and equipment, benches and restroom facilities.
Staying home is like
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ATTRACTIONS Meadow Park 800 Meadow Circle 4 acres, trail, Little League/soccer field. Prairie Park 650 E. Park St. 2.1 acres, playground, picnic shelter, lighted softball field, restrooms, parking. Townsend Park 110 S. Meridian St. Downtown garden, fountain. Veteran’s Memorial Park 101 E. Commerce Drive 0.12 acres, trail, flag and mounted helicopter display. REGIONAL PARKS Scott County Parks 952-496-8475 www.co.scott.mn.us Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park 400 W. 260th St., New Prague This 20-acre site, formerly operated as the Cedar Lake Farm and Day resort, offers shore fishing, swimming beach, picnic sites. Part of a future 300-acre regional park that will feature wetlands, Big Woods forest and 4,000 feet of shoreland, public recreation. Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park This 490-acre park in Cedar Lake Township is still undeveloped. Spring Lake Regional Park This 373-acre park on the northern shore of Spring Lake includes an off-leash dog park and trails. Three Rivers Park District 763-559-9000 www.threeriversparkdistrict.org Cleary Lake Regional Park 18106 Texas Ave. (Co. Rd. 27), Prior Lake 763-694-7777 Biking, hiking, canoeing, golfing, swimming and picnicking, cross country skiing. It has 1,045 acres. Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve 15501 Murphy Lake Rd. (Co. Rd. 75), Savage 763-694-7777 Hiking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, and mountain biking. This is a 2,400 acre park. The Landing-Minnesota Heritage Park 2187 E. County Road 101, Shakopee 763-694-7784 www.threeriversparkdistrict.org
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TRAILS DNR-owned Minnesota Valley State Trail runs along the river (the federal and state governments own various parts of the river frontage being preserved). A boat landing, adjacent to the Minnesota River bridge in Belle Plaine, offers access to the river.
RECREATION STATE RECREATION AREA Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area 19825 Park Blvd., Jordan 952-492-6400 SKATE PARK Lakefront Skate Park 5000 Kop Parkway, Lakefront Park, Prior Lake 952-447-9800 City-operated skate park featuring 3- and 5-foot ramps for skateboarders and in-line skaters. A helmet is mandatory for all users, and knee pads and wrist protection are strongly recommended. Admission is free.
There is access to the Minnesota River in Belle Plaine at the Highway 25 bridge crossing. There is public water access and plenty of areas to do some off-road hiking. (Photo by Amanda McKnight)
HORSEBACK RIDING/LESSONS
MN Horse & Hunt Club (Camping & RV Park) 2920 220th St., Prior Lake 952-447-2272
Heiland Hills Training 18060 Valley View Dr., Jordan 952-492-3457 SPORTS CLAY RANGES MN Horse & Hunt Club 2920 220th St., Prior Lake 952-447-2272 SWIMMING Municipal Swimming Pool 203 W. Prairie St. 952-873-2333 Swimming pool/kiddie pool (open in season) with two diving boards and a small waterslide, hockey & recreation, four lighted tennis courts, warming hut. CAMPGROUNDS Baylor Regional Park 10775 Co. Rd. 33, Norwood Young America 952-466-5250 Dakotah Meadows RV Park 2341 Park Pl., Prior Lake 1-800-653-CAMP or 952-445-8800
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Fish Lake Acres Campground 3000 210th St. E., Prior Lake 952-492-3393 Minneapolis S.W. KOA 3315 166th St. W., Jordan 952-492-6440
MN Valley State Park/Rec Area 19825 Park Blvd., Jordan 952-492-6400 Shakopee Valley RV Park 1245 Bluff Ave. E., Shakopee 952-445-7313 Town and Country RV Park and Campground 12630 Boone Ave. S., Savage 952-445-1756 Will’s Riverview RV Park 1705 3rd Ave. W., Shakopee 952-445-5323 SNOWMOBILING Prior Lake Snowmobile Club 612-919-7811 Scott County SNO-Trails, Inc. 952-440-1003 WATER SKIING Shakopee-Prior Lake Shockwaves Water Ski Team www.splwsa.org
NATURE Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington 952-854-5900 www.fws.gov/refuge/Minnesotavalley Made up of 14 separate units, the 14,000-acre Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge runs from Bloomington to Henderson, along both sides of the Minnesota River to provide 4,700 acres of outdoor opportunities such as hiking, bicycling, cross-country skiing, wildlife observation and photography as posted on Refuge interpretive signs. Rapids Lake Education and Visitor Center 15865 Carver Highlands Dr., Carver 952-361-4500 Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska 952-443-1400 www.arboretum.umn.edu The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum offers more than 1,000 acres of landscaped gardens, natural woodlands, wetlands and prairie, plant collections, and displays. Walk, hike, cross-country ski more eight miles of trails. Open 363 days a year.
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FOOD Doug Kasper of Belle Plaine demonstrated his press, called “Ain’t She Dusty” at the Autumn Fare at the Scott County Fairgrounds. (Photo by Rachel Wittrock)
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he Belle Plaine area boasts two apple orchards, a farmer’s market in the park and a number of restaurants (including exquisite French dining). And if you have a sweet tooth, Minnesota’s largest candy store is located just outside of town. Grab an ice cream cone, fresh apple pie or some saltwater taffy. Take a tour of the surrounding area fresh farmer’s markets, brewery, or even take a drive to nearby New Prague for some farm fresh creamery delights A Chinese buffet, a doughnut shop, home cooking, a taste of the tavern and a little breakfast-and-lunch cafe with character all bring out the best of Belle Plaine in their own ways. Of course, Belle Plaine is well known for its annual BBQ Days celebration. Any meat lover will want to try at least one beef sandwich, and some may want to pair it with a drink from the beer garden. The Scott County Fair is just a quick summer drive away in neighboring Jordan for those looking to fulfill fair food cravings. There are plenty of ways to celebrate any occasion with delicious food in and around Belle Plaine. And don’t forget the many picnic possibilities with so many parks around town.
Did you know Belle Plaine Community Education offers cooking classes? Everything from holiday treats to appetizers and snacks for football season.
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FARMERS MARKET Belle Plaine Farmers Market 410 N. Cedar St. The farmers market is open from 3:30-6:30 p.m. every Wednesday in May through October. It is not operated by the city. Contact Lisa Fahey at 952-873-5665 for more information.
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“With a progressive city council and proficient staff, we are poised for commercial and residential growth.” - Mayor Mike Pingalore
eople move to Belle Plaine for the small-town feel. Government officials figure that means amenities. The city of Belle Plaine, as well as the county, has provided some of the best new parks and trails in Minnesota, including Veterans Park, the Tigers’ ballpark, and Blakeley Bluffs Park Reserve, with more developments on the way. Belle Plaine’s city hall contains a license bureau and is right across the street from the post office. A five-member city council makes City of Belle Plaine 3 decisions about what is best for the town. Belle Plaine’s branch of the Scott County Library System is open four days a week. Minnesota Valley City Administrator Holly Kreft said the council is specifically Transit Authority 16 focused on economic development right now. CAP Agency 16 “We have a progressive city government that is actively looking to expand economic development and add new businesses as well as retain what we already have here,” said Kreft. “We have a lot of commuters here of course but are always looking to provide more choices locally.” Belle Plaine’s municipal government consists of a mayor and four council members. The council members serve four-year terms, while the mayor serves two years. The city’s joint Activities and Recreation Department with the local school district is also a very active part of Belle Plaine’s government, offering everything from Zumba to cooking classes.
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GOVERNMENT
Belle Plaine displays several flags proudly at Veteran’s Memorial Park. (Photo by Amanda McKnight)
CITY OF
BELLE PLAINE CITY HALL
BELLE PLAINE
218 N Meridian St. 952-873-5553
hkreft@ci.belleplaine.mn.us www.belleplainemn.com
952-873-5553
CITY COUNCIL
MAYOR’S COLUMN
The mayor and council members serve as the Belle Plaine City Council. The mayor serves a two-year term and council members serve four-year terms. Belle Plaine City Council elections are held concurrently with the state and federal general elections in the even-numbered years.
A city on the move W
elcome to Belle Plaine! We are very proud of our community and invite you to visit any time of the year. Belle Plaine is conveniently located midpoint bet ween the Twin Cities and Mankato on Highway 169 and is approximately 40 miles from either area. With great schools, miles of trails and Minnesota River frontage, a farmers’ market featuring local vendors, parks with playgrounds, good roads, safe neighborhoods and friendly people, Belle Plaine is a terrific community to live and play. Stop by the Farmer’s Market at Court Square Park on Wednesday afternoons during the months of May through October for locally grown produce and flowers. During the summer and fall months, our community hosts a number of annual festivals including; Bar-B-Q Days in July and the Scenic Byway Half Marathon, Relay & 5K in October. Bar-B-Q Days is a long standing tradition and one of the greatest town festivals in Minnesota. It’s held the third weekend of July and is a time for families and friends to get together and celebrate. Festivities include carnival rides, beef sandwiches, beer garden with live music, parade, and the queen coronation, ending with a spectacular fireworks display at Tiger Park on Sunday evening. The majority of profits generated by Bar-B-Q Days are donated back to
the community. For those visitors who enjoy activities more physical in nature, the Belle Plaine Scenic Byway Half Marathon, 5K and Kids Run may be what you are looking for. Enjoy the event and the beautiful autumn scenery of the Half Marathon course as it winds along either side of the Minnesota River between Belle Plaine and Blakeley; the last stop on the 287-mile stretch of the Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway. Belle Plaine offers over 20 cityowned parks, open spaces and recreational areas along with a number of biking and walking trails for you to enjoy while you visit. We’ve recently opened an Archery Park, and we are also an entry point for the Minnesota Valley Trail, which follows the Minnesota River and offers miles of biking and hiking opportunities. Our downtown business district is strong and open to new businesses to provide more amenities to enhance our community. Belle Plaine has a progressive city council and proficient staff, and is poised for commercial and residential growth, making us one of the best-kept secrets in Scott County. Explore our website at www. belleplainemn.com to learn more about our special community!
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SCOTT SCHNEIDER Vice Mayor 952-873-6340
Term ends Dec. 31, 2016
Term ends Dec. 31, 2018
PAUL CHARD Council member 952-873-4568
CARY COOP Council member 952-873-6498
GARY TROST Council member 952-873-6588
Term ends Dec. 31, 2018
Term ends Dec. 31, 2016
Term ends Dec. 31, 2016
MEETINGS For more information about city boards and commissions, visit www.belleplainemn.com.
-Mayor Mike Pingalore
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS Police and fire emergency Belle Plaine Government Center Police (non-emergency) Fire (non-emergency) Water and sewer billing Scott County Sheriff
MIKE PINGALORE Mayor 952-873-3039
911 952-873-5553 952-873-4307 952-873-6820 952-873-5553 952-496-8300
FIRST MONDAY
City Council, 6:30 p.m. Council Chambers
SECOND MONDAY
Economic Development Authority, 5 p.m. Council Chambers Planning & Zoning Commission, 7 p.m. Council Chambers
THIRD MONDAY
Park Board, 5 p.m. Council Chambers City Council, 6:30 p.m. Council Chambers
GOVERNMENT
SCOTT COUNTY
SCOTT COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee, MN 55379-1220
952-445-7750 As Scott County continues to lead the state in population growth, progress is evident throughout the community. Over the last several years, Scott County has managed to keep its budget in check while still investing in its residents’ future: from the acquisition of new parks and green spaces to developing highly successful transit partnerships (the BlueXpress commuter line and the SmartLink transit cooperative), from the construction of two new mixeduse library facilities to installing a high-tech fiber optic ring, Scott County is truly committed to its new vision: “Where individuals, families, and businesses thrive.” Residents are encouraged to
TTY/TDD : 952-496-8170 www.co.scott.mn.us
keep current on County news through viewing Board meetings (available online in “real time” and on-demand), visiting the website (www.co.scott.mn.us), tuning in to local government access cable for meeting coverage and other programming, following the county on Facebook and reading the awardwinning resident newsletter (The Scott County SCENE). In addition, you can become more directly involved by volunteering with various community groups, serving on a citizen advisory committee, or by attending County board meetings and workshops, which are held on most Tuesdays at 9 a.m. (please visit the website for upto-date schedule information).
ELECTED OFFICIALS BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
JOE WAGNER District 1 612-270-2660
TOM WOLF District 2 952-440-6805
jwagner@co.scott.mn.us
twolf@co.scott.mn.us
Term ends Dec. 31, 2016
Term ends Dec. 31, 2016
MICHAEL BEARD District 3 952-583-7090 mbeard@co.scott.mn.us Term ends Dec. 31, 2018
OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS
KEVIN STUDNICKA Sheriff 952-496-8318 kstudnicka@co.scott.mn.us
Term ends Dec. 31, 2018
RON HOCEVAR Scott County Attorney 952-496-8415 rhocevar@co.scott.mn.us Term ends Dec. 31, 2018
EMERGENCY NUMBERS BARBARA MARSCHALL District 4 952-447-5748
JON ULRICH District 5 612-716-6724
bmarschall@co.scott.mn.us
julrich@co.scott.mn.us
Term ends Dec. 31, 2016
Term ends Dec. 31, 2018
Medical/Police/Fire Directions to the Government Center Job Hotline Switchboard Animal Control Court Administration
911 952-496-8777 952-496-8598 952-445-7750 952-894-9065 952-496-8200
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Transit Service for Prior Lake, Savage & Shakopee Service from downtown Prior Lake, Eagle Creek, Savage and Southbridge Crossings Park & Rides and Marschall Road Transit Station. Service to Downtown Minneapolis & the University of Minnesota. Route 490/490U serves Prior Lake, Eagle Creek and Southbridge Crossings to downtown Minneapolis and the University of Minnesota. Route 493 serves Marschall Road Transit Station to/from downtown Minneapolis
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(952) 882-7500
GOVERNMENT FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS County Administrator Gary L. Shelton 952-496-8100
Elections/Voter Registration 952-496-8161 Job Hotline 952-496-8598 Unemployment 952-403-7990
Deputy County Administrator Lezlie Vermillion 952-496-8346 Public Affairs Coordinator Lisa Kohner 952-496-8780 Deputy Clerk of the County Board Debra Brazil 952-496-8601
Workforce Development Center 952-496-8686 U of M Extension–Scott County 952-492-5410 Economic Development Office 952-496-8613 Human Services 952-445-7751
Animal Control 952-894-9065
Soil & Water Conservation 952-492-5425
Building Inspections 952-496-8475
Watershed Management 952-496-8054
Planning/Zoning 952-496-8475
Public Affairs 952-496-8601
County Attorney 952-496-8240
Public Health Services 952-496-8584
Court Administration 952-496-8200
C o u n t y En g i n e e r, H i g hw ay, Surveyor 952-496-8346
Customer Service 952-496-8150
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GOVERNMENT Property Tax Appraisal 952-496-8115
Elko New Market Service Center 110 J. Roberts Way, Elko New Market 952-496-8337 Birth, death, marriage, no passports; only driver license change of address (no renewals).
Property Tax Estimates 952-496-8150 Recorder 952-496-8438 Sheriff 952-496-8300
U.S. POSTAL SERVICE
LIBRARIES Law Library Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee 952-496-8713
UTILITIES BURIED CABLE – CALL BEFORE YOU DIG Gopher State One 651-454-0002 www.gopherstateonecall.org
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL Metropolitan Council Main Office 390 N. Robert St., St. Paul, MN 651-602-1000 www.metrocouncil.org public.info@metc.state.mn.us The Metropolitan Council is the regional planning organization for the seven-county Twin Cities area. The council advocates for vital communities and a competitive region. It runs the regional bus system, collects and treats wastewater and manages water resources preservation, plans regional parks and administers funds that provide housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income individuals and families. The council serves a region encompassing 189 cities and townships and a population of 2.85 million. It is divided into 16 districts. The governor appoints a representative for each, as well as the council chairperson. The council’s website provides information about the region and regional services. The site has current data on aviation, demographics, the economy, housing, land use, parks and open space, transportation, and water quality and supply. Forecasts of population, employment and households are available, as are city and town-
Belle Plaine Post Office 233 N. Meridian St. 952-873-5600 www.usps.com Service hounter hours are weekdasy, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Saturdayss, 9 - 11 a.m.
BELLE PLAINE BRANCH LIBRARY
952-873-6767 125 W. Main St., Belle Plaine www.scott.lib.mn.us The Belle Plaine Branch Library is part of the Scott County Library System, which allows library card-holders access to libraries in seven communities, including Shakopee, Prior Lake, Elko New Market, New Prague, Savage and Jordan. In addition, the county-wide system is part of the greater metropolitan system — Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA) — which allows library cardholders access to nearby Hennepin, Carver and other metropolitan county libraries, as well as Minneapolis and St. Paul Public Libraries. ship data, regional plans, water resources, and transportation information.
WATERSHEDS Watershed management organizations and watershed districts in the Twin Cities metropolitan area participate in water planning and implementation. Scott Watershed Management Organization 952-496-8054 www.co.scott.mn.us Meetings are the fourth Monday at 4 p.m. at the Scott County Government Center. Lower Minnesota River Watershed District 952-856-5880 www.watersheddistrict.org Meetings are the third Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Chaska City Hall.
LICENSES AND DOCUMENTS DRIVER AND VEHICLE SERVICES Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee 952-496-8150 www.co.scott.mn.us
TRANSPORTATION Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) provides public transit service to the nearby cities of Savage, Prior Lake and Shakopee. Belle Plaine residents who work in the metro area could be well served driving to a Park and Ride and taking public transit to work. For more information, visit www.mvta.com.
Prior Lake License Bureau 14033 Commerce Ave., Prior Lake 952-447-8817 Jordan Government Center 210 E. 1st St., Jordan 952-492-6330 Driver’s License Renewals See above list or visit www. mvrenewal.state.mn.us. LIQUOR & TOBACCO LICENSES City of Belle Plaine 218 N. Meridian St. 952-837-5553 Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee 952-496-8150 Scott County does these for the unincorporated areas. HUNTING/FISHING LICENSES Prior Lake License Bureau 14033 Commerce Ave., Prior Lake 952-447-8817
Land to Air Express Land to Air Express provides transportation from Shakopee to the Minneapolis-St. Paul International airport. The scheduled shuttle service departs the Marschall Road Transit Station several times daily. It includes free parking. Learn more at www.landtoairexpress.com/ shakopee-express-service. Shakopee/Prior Lake Minneapolis Express (formerly BlueXpress) MVTA’s express service transports commuters to and from downtown Minneapolis, Monday through Friday. Routes 490 and 493 are morning and afternoon commutes. Routes 491 and 492 are reverse commutes. Express Service 490, 493 952-882-7500 www.mvta.com/routes/490 PARK & RIDES
Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee 952-496-8150 Sporting goods and convenience stores also sell these licenses.
Southbridge Crossings Park & Ride County Road 18 and Highway 169, Shakopee Routes: 490, 491, 492
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Eagle Creek Park & Ride County Roads 16 & 21 (near Eagle Creek Elementary), Shakopee Routes: 490, 491, 492
Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee 952-496-8150
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GOVERNMENT HOUSE Marchall Road Transit Station 1615 Weston Court, at County Roads 16 & 17, Shakopee Routes: 490, 493, 496 (community circulator), SmartLink
House Information 651-296-2146 www.house.leg.state.mn.us Representative Bob Vogel (R-20-A) 523 State Office Building 10 0 R e v. D r. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-7065 rep.bob.vogel@ house.mn
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Room 300, Shakopee 952-445-7751
BELLE PLAINE POST OFFICE
Child Support Enforcement 952-496-8183
233 N. Meridian St, Belle Plaine 1-800-275-8777 Service counter hours are weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Saturdays 9 to 11 a.m.
Child Care Assistance 952-496-8686 Financial Assistance 952-496-8686 Mental Health Program 952-445-7751 Carver-Scott Crisis Program 952-442-7601 (24 hours) Public Health Nursing 952-496-8577 Social Services 952-445-7751 Home and Communit y Care Intake 952-496-8556 Volunteer Opportunities 952-496-8169
ELECTIONS VOTER REGISTRATION Voters must be registered. With the proper identification, they may register on Election Day. Residents may register to vote when renewing driver’s licenses. Precinct locations are subject to change in 2012 because of redistricting. For more information on voter’s registration, eligibility and/or absentee voting, call or write: Scott County Elections 200 W. Fourth Ave., Shakopee, MN 55379 952-496-8560
Belle Plaine Township Town Hall 25130 Hickory Blvd. Blakeley Township Town Hall 15016 W. 250th St. (Hwy. 169) St. Lawrence Township Town Hall 7500 Old Hwy. 169 Helena Township New Prague Fire Hall 505 Fifth Ave. N.W., New Prague SCHOOL DISTRICT ELECTIONS School District 716 Belle Plaine Government Center 218 N. Meridian St. PARTY CONTACTS Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL) 255 E. Plato Blvd., St. Paul 651-293-1200 Republican Party of Minnesota (GOP) 525 Park St., St. Paul 651-222-0022 Independence Party (IP) P.O. Box 40495, St. Paul 651-487-9700
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POLL LOCATIONS Primary & General Elections Belle Plaine City Government Center 218 N. Meridian St.
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Job service is available to all job seekers and employers. Information concerning filing for unemployment insurance can be obtained by calling 651-296-3644 or at www.uimn.org. MN Correctional Facility 1010 W. Sixth Ave., Shakopee 952-496-4440 The facility houses adult women felons. MN Department of Natural Resources – Conservation Service 7050 East County Road 101, Shakopee 952-496-4141 SENATE Senate Information 651-296-0504 www.senate.leg.state.mn.us Senator Kevin Dahle (DFL-20) 642 State Office Building 10 0 R e v. D r. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-4123 sen.kevin. dahle@senate. mn
Bob Vogel Representative Tony Albright (R-55B) 417 State Office Building 10 0 R e v. D r. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-297-9010 rep.tony. albright@house. mn Tony
Albright CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS Governor Mark Dayton (D) 130 State Capitol 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-201-3400 www.mn.gov/ governor
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Attorney General Lori Swanson (D) 14 0 0 B r e m e r Tower 445 Minnesota St. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-296-3353 www.ag.state. mn.us
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Belle Plaine firefighters compete during the water fights on Saturday morning. (Photo by Mollee Francisco) Secretary of State Steve Simon (D) 180 State Office Building 10 0 R e v. D r. Mar tin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-2803 www.sos.state. mn.us
Steve Simon State Auditor Rebecca Otto (D) 525 Park St., #500 St. Paul, MN 55103 651-296-2551 www.auditor. state.mn.us
UNITED STATES U.S. Senate Senator Amy Klobuchar (D) 302 Hart Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-3244 www.klobuchar. senate.gov 1200 Washington Ave. S., Suite 250 Minneapolis, MN 55415 Amy 612-727-5220
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Dean Grothem, a State Patrol helicopter pilot, answers questions from spectators at a safety event at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee. The medical center is just a short drive from Belle Plaine and offers the nearest specialized care options.(Photo by Pat Minelli)
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“ There are numerous recreation programs and numerous public parks available to residents.”
n terms of health, Belle Plaine is a great place to live a life of wellness. The town itself is home to a branch of Mayo Clinic Health Systems, - Mayor Mike Pingalore which is known to offer some of the best healthcare in the country. Nearby hospitals are top quality and within an arm’s reach in New Prague, Shakopee and Waconia. Most notable is the St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee. The medical center offers family practice clinics, urgent care and an emergency room, as well as specialized care programs for those with heart disease and cancer. With St. Francis and St. Gertrude’s Health and Rehabilitation Center just Southwest Eye Care 21 a short drive away in Shakopee, Belle Plaine residents can rest easy Children’s Dental Care 21 that specialized care and physical therapy is attainable if necessary. Three dentists and a vision clinic serve the town, as well as an St. Gertrude’s Health Center 22 orthodontist and a couple drug stores. The town’s well-known and established assisted living facilities are MAPS Medical Pain Clinic 22 a big draw and provide senior citizens all the help they need to stay in the town they call home. Two Twelve Medical Center 22 The city of Belle Plaine has proven its commitment to health and St. Francis Medical Center 23 wellness by placing a huge emphasis on the trail system in town. Belle Plaine’s parks are almost all connected by a local trail system, which allows for activities from biking and running to rollerblading and skateboarding. In the harsh winter months when running outdoors sounds like a special kind of torture, residents can check out a variety of fitness classes through the city and school district’s Activities and Recreation Department. “We have metabolism boosters and busters classes, strengthening classes, zumba, overcoming carb cravings,” said Activities and Recreation Director Chad Eischens. “It’s certainly an active thing that can help people with their lifestyle.”
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HEALTH HEALTH & WELLNESS HOSPITALS Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague 301 Second St. N.E., New Prague 952-758-4431 www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org St. Francis Regional Medical Center 1455 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee 952-428-3000 www.stfrancis-shakopee.com Fairview Ridges Hospital 201 E. Nicollet Blvd., Burnsville 952-892-2000 www.fairview.org Ridgeview Medical Center 500 S. Maple Street, Waconia 952-442-2191 www.ridgeviewmedical.org
MEDICAL CLINICS Allina Medical Clinic Shakopee 1601 St. Francis Ave., #100, Shakopee 952-428-3535 Mayo Clinic Health Systems Belle Plaine 700 W. Prairie St., Belle Plaine 952-873-2276 New Prague Medical Clinic 212 Cty Road 37, New Prague 952-758-4461 Park Nicollet Clinic 1415 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee 952-993-7750 Parkview Medical Clinic 1400 First St. N.E., New Prague 952-758-2535 Ridgeview Chaska Clinic Two Twelve Medical Center 111 Hundertmark Rd., #240, Chaska 952-361-2450
St. Francis Regional Medical Center serves as the medical hub of Scott County and is just a short 20-minute drive from Belle Plaine. (File photo)
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LEISURE Sporting a dress and cute pink cowboy boots, Peyton Lundquist, 3 years, of Belle Plaine, goes for a brief horseback ride during the Scott County Fair. (Photo by Rachel Wittrock)
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“We have some trendy classes, too. We now offer wine and painting, and quilting has been popular lately.”
-Activities and Recreation elle Plaine residents enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, a hotel with an indoor pool, tennis courts, and skating and hockey rinks, as Director Chad Eischens well as 80 acres of city parks: Deer, Heritage, Veterans, Union, Prairie, Century, Meadow, Hickory, Chatfield Square, Creekside, Townsend and Community Dog parks. The parks in town are all conveniently connected by the Beautiful Prairie Trail, and residents also have access to the Minnesota Valley State Trail that stretches all the way to Shakopee. Blaha Memorial Bird Sanctuary commemorates the location of the Mediacom 26 original Belle Plaine settlement, where the borough started along the banks of the Minnesota River. In Court Square Park, the historic Hooper-Bowler-Hillstrom House, including its innovative-forits-time two-story outhouse (go figure!), is a must-see for any local history buff. Founders Park offers a National Register of Historic Places treasure — the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration — and the burial place of the town’s founding father. Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge connects towns via snowmobile trails and pays tribute to pioneers who lived among the woods, prairie grasses, Little Rapids and even sand dunes abutting the Minnesota River.
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Scott Breimhorst is unable to elude the tag from Belle Plaine catcher Eric Burgemeister and is called out. (Photo by Bill Piotrowski)
YOUTH SPORTS District 716 Community Education 952-873-2411 To include other youth sports in next year’s lifestyle guide, please call 952-445-3333 or send an email to amcknight@swpub.com.
ADULT SPORTS Amateur Baseball 612-327-2715 Over 35 Baseball 612-518-0691 Basketball 952-873-2411 Billiards 952-873-4568 Andy’s Darts 952-873-2207 Johan’s Darts 952-873-6740 Neil’s Darts 952-873-6810 Neisen’s Red Door Darts 952-873-6305
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS American Legion 952-873-3036 American Legion Auxiliary 952-873-6227 Arts In The Park 952-873-5553 Belle Plaine Borough Riders (Snowmobile Club) www.facebook.com/belleplaineboroughriderssnowmobileclub Belle Plaine Community Education/Recreation 952-873-2411
Carver/Scott Master Gardeners 952-466-5309 Ducks Unlimited www.ducks.org Fraternal Order of Eagles www.foe.com Friends of the Belle Plaine Library 952-873-2384 Friends of the Minnesota Valley 952-858-0727 www.friendsofmnvalley.org
Newcomers Club of the SW Suburbs www.NewcomersMN.com NOW – National Organization for Women Minnesota Valley Chapter www.now.org/chapters Pheasants Forever of Scott County 651-733-2000 www.pheasantsforever.org Rainbow Animal Rescue 952-440-3824
Great Scott Cycling Club www.greatscottcycling.com
Relay for Life of Scott County www.relayforlife.org/scottcountymn
Home Educators for Excellence www.hedfex.org Knights of Columbus 952-873-4528
River Valley Trail Blazers Snowmobile Club www.rvtb.org
Lions International 952-873-6553
Rotary 952-873-2400
Belle Plaine Friends of the Library 952-873-2384
MN Deer Hunters AssociationMN River Valley Chapter www.mndeerhunters.com
Sandcreek Gray Beards (National Wild Turkey Federation) www.nwtf.org
Belle Plaine Historical Society 952-292-1849
MN Valley Riders Saddle Club 612-251-5913
Scott-Carver Threshers 952-492-2062
Belle Plaine Senior Citizens 952-873-2239
MN Water Fowl Association – Scott & LeSueur County www.mnwaterfowl.com
Scott County Fair Board www.scottcountyfair.com
Belle Plaine Community Theater 952-873-6812 Belle Plaine Festivals & Events 952-873-0855
Belle Plaine Veteran’s Club 952-873-4395
MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support) of Belle Plaine www.momsclub.org
Scott County Historical Society/ Stans Museum 952-445-0378 www.scottcountyhistory.org
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LEISURE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Scott County SNO-Trails, Inc. 952-440-1003 Sons of the American Legion 952-873-2202 Sportsmen’s Club 952-873-2898 St. Francis Auxiliary & Volunteers 952-428-2065 St. John Food Shelf 952-873-4390
PERFORMING ARTS Chaska Valley Family Theatre www.cvft.org Dakota Valley Symphony and Chorus www.dakotavalleysymphony.org
Toastmasters — Midday Mumblers 952-288-4154 middaymumblers.org
Homeward Bound Theatre homewardboundtheatre.org
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South Metro Chorale www.southmetrochorale.org
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South of the River Community Band www.southoftheriverband.org Stages Theatre Company 952-979-1111 www.stagestheatre.org
U of M Extension – Scott County 952-492-5410 www.extension.umn.edu Extension oversees the 4-H program and can provide full information on both the program and existing clubs.
YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS Boy Scouts of America, Northern Star Council www.northernstarbsa.org Cub Scouts www.northernstarbsa.org Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys www.girlscoutsrv.org YMCA Camp Camp Kici-Yapi 952-835-2567
Prior Lake Players www.plplayers.org
The Valley Jazz Big Band 952-556-3536 STUDIO ARTS Minnesota Watercolor Society www.minnesotawatercolors.com
Scott County Crazy Quilters 952-445-0378
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Belle Plaine Community Education offers classes for all ages, featuring topics from writing and knitting to cooking and using computer software.
esidents of Belle Plaine live where they do because they enjoy being in a tight-knit community. The lifestyle in town reflects that as people generally enjoy being together, celebrating the community, and working together to make the city all it can be. Social events revolve around high school theater, pops concerts, homecoming and local summer festivals, while coffee klatches, neighborhood associations, and meetings of nonprofit organizations are frequent and well attended. There are Lutheran, Baptist, Presbyterian, Catholic and Bauer Fine Arts Academy 2 nondenominational churches in town and worship centers for other religions within a short drive. Playworks 28 Belle Plaine commuters benefit from a location along Highway 169 Belle Plaine Schools 29 with quick access to highways 19, 60 and 169, and proximity to metro transit options. The housing stock is broadening as the city grows, and Trinity Lutheran 30 senior living is readily available for those who want to stay in Belle Plaine for a life cycle. Jet Black Kelso 30 The Belle Plaine school district considers itself a great place to Westside Workshop 31 learn and raise a family, banking on its caring staff, modern facilities, safe learning environment and small classes. Holy Family Academy, Our Lady of the Prairie School, and Trinity Lutheran School are private school options. There are plenty of new learning opportunities available for residents who aren’t full-time students, too. City Administrator Holly Kreft said one of the city’s proudest partnerships is with the local school district. “We have a unique partnership between the city and the school district to provide community education opportunities to residents,” she said.
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LIVING BELLE PLAINE ISD 716 Belle Plaine Public Schools serve parts of Carver, Le Sueur, Scott and Sibley counties with two elementary schools and a juniorsenior high school that includes an alternative program. The Belle Plaine District counts among its strengths a dedicated c arin g s t af f, up date d an d modern facilities, a safe learning environment with small classes, a comprehensive curriculum that complements state and national standards, and an outstanding extracurricular program. SCHOOL BOARD Mike Ludvik* Chair 952-873-3116 Matt Lenz* Vice Chair 952-873-6979 Dan Giesen Clerk 952-873-6715 Joe Vandermark Treasurer 952-873-5644 Dan Gardner Director 952-873-4377 Tracy O’Brien* Director 612-968-0763 *Denotes a term ending on Dec. 31, 2015 FACILITIES District 716 Offices 130 S. Willow St. 952-873-2400 Chatfield Elementary School 952-873-2401 330 S. Market St. Oak Crest Elementary School 952-873-2402 1101 W. Commerce Dr. Belle Plaine Jr.-Sr. High School 952-873-2403 220 S. Market St. FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS District 716 Offices 952-873-2400 Kelly Smith Superintendent 952-873-2400
Kim DeWitte Chatfield Elementary Principal 952-873-2401 Dr. Liann Hanson Oak Crest Elementary Principal 952-873-2402 Mindy Chevalier Junior and Senior High Assistant Principal 952-873-2403 Laurie Green Senior High Counselor 952-873-2410
SPECIAL PROGRAMS Early Childhood Family Education 952-873-2415 A program for parents and their children (birth to age 5), which includes parent/child activities, c hil dre n’s p ro g ra m s , p a re nt education and child care Community Education Belle Plaine Community Services 130 S. Willow St. 952-873-2411 Tiger Kids Preschool 330 S. Market St. 952-873-2415 For children ages 3 to 5.
Belle Plaine Schools offer high quality programming in our regular education classes as well as in the following areas: • Early Learning Programs - Pre-School & Early Childhood Family education • Begindergarten • Co-Curricular Activities including Athletics and Fine Arts • Technology Integration • Agriculture Program • Community Education Programs • Recreation Activities for Youth
Come check out Belle Plaine Public Schools where we “Expect Excellence from Everyone, Every Day!”
Kid’s Company 330 S. Market St. 952-873-2415 School-age child care (before- andafter school, plus summer). Minnesota River Valley Special Education Cooperative (MRVSEC) 952-567-8102 100 Hope Ave., Jordan www.mrvsec.k12.mn.us A cooperative of six area school districts provides services for students with special education needs. School districts included are Belle Plaine, Jordan, MontgomeryLonsdale, New Prague, Prior LakeSavage and Shakopee. Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative (CSEC) 401 E. Fourth St., Chaska www.cseced.org 952-368-8800 Programs include alternative learning centers, special education, adult basic education, professional and technical programs, youth and adult transitional services, family programs and more. Locations are spread across Carver and Scott counties.
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Trinity Lutheran Church & School We are a family, united and saved by faith in Christ, dedicated to praising God and sharing His love and Word with all people. Weekly Worship Services - Thursday at 7:00 pm and Sunday at 9:00 am Sunday School at 10:30 am Sunday Bible Study at 8:00 am and 10:30 am Trinity Lutheran School provides an outstanding, Christ-centered, academic and co-curricular program for students from pre-school through 8th grade. Our exceptional academics and small class sizes along with our safe and secure environment are optimal for student learning and growth. Our school is fully accredited Financial aid is available. Contact the school ofďŹ ce to learn more
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LIVING NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS Holy Family Academy & Chapel Grades K-12 10679 182nd St., Belle Plaine 952-873-2582 Our Lady of the Prairie Catholic School Grades Pre-K-6 215 Chestnut St. N., Belle Plaine 952-873-6564 Trinity Lutheran School (WELS) Grades Pre-K-8 500 W. Church St., Belle Plaine 952-873-6320 Living Hope Lutheran Church and School Grades Pre-K-4 8600 Horizon Dr. S., Shakopee 952-445-1785 www.bllhschool.org Mayer Lutheran High School Grades 9-12 305 5th St. N.E., Mayer 952-657-2251 www.lhsmayer.org
Holy Family Catholic High School Grades 9-12 8101 Kochia Ln., Victoria 952-443-4659 www.hfchs.org Southwest Christian High School Grades 9-12 1981 Bavaria Rd, Chaska 952-556-0040 www.swchs.org
HELP & SUPPORT SERVICES Belle Plaine Ambulance 952-873-4506 Belle Plaine Community Services 952-873-2411 Belle Plaine Area Food Shelf www.bpareafoodshelf.org Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities 651-789-2400 www.bigstwincities.org Carver-Scott Mental Health Crisis Program 952-442-7601 www.co.carver.mn.us
LIVING Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative 792 Canterbury Rd. S., #231, Shakopee 952-567-8100 www.cseced.org
Scott-Carver Housing Coalition 952-402-4832 Scott County CDA (Community Development Agency) 323 S. Naumkeag St., Shakopee 952-402-9022
Carver-Scott Humane Society 952-368-3553 www.carverscotths.org
Scott County Licensed Family Daycare Assn. 952-445-2240 www.sclfcca.com
CAP Agency 712 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee 952-402-9824 www.capagency.org
Sexual Violence Center – Scott & Carver Counties 500 N. Pine St., Ste. #203, Chaska 612-871-5111 (24 hours) www.sexualviolencecenter.org
Crisis Nursery (24-hours) 763-591-0100 Fare For All (Food Co-Op) www.emergencyfoodshelf.org From Home to Home Thrift Store 321 S. Walnut St., Belle Plaine 952-873-6901 Heading Home Scott County 612-599-7729 Help Me Grow of Scott County 952-496-5059 parentsknow.state.mn.us i’M o.K. Children’s Visitation Center 551 E. Park St., Belle Plaine 952-873-4216 www.southernvalleyalliance.org
The Belle Plaine School Board meets twice a month in the Board Room located on the second floor of the District Center at 130 S. Willow St. Pictured are, back row: Joe Vandermark, Dan Giesen, Matt Lenz, Superintendent Kelly SmithFront Row: Dan Gardner, Mike Ludvik, Tracy O’Brien. (Submitted Photo) MN Rehabilitation Services P.O. Box 1312, Burnsville 952-736-0444 www.mnrehabsvs.com
Planned Parenthood 1-800-230-PLAN www.plannedparenthood.org/mnnd-sd
NAMI – National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Scott County 612-424-1823 www.nami.org
RSVP – Retired & Senior Volunteer Program 952-945-4161
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Social Security Administration 1-800-772-1213 www.ssa.gov Southwest Metro Animal Rescue & Adoption Society 952-368-PAWS (7297) www.swmetroanimalrescue.org
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Kent Kocon came from Belle Plaine to the Scott-Carver Threshers’ 32nd annual consignment auction, swap meet and flea market, only to find an outboard motor made in Minneapolis. (Photo by Ron Mornson)
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uch of Belle Plaine’s economic base is centered on agriculture in the community, according to City Administrator Holly Kreft. Residents enjoy the rural tone of the town, and often suburbanites will trade their immediate access to urban amenities for the more relaxed lifestyle that Belle Plaine is built on. “We still have a strong agricultural base in the community, so there’s a suburban-rural mix,” explained Kreft. “We have Genesis Corporation and the John Deere dealership. I think people like to see farms around them to have that agricultural piece to their lives and add to the small-town feel. We have corn, bean and dairy farms nearby.” Belle Plaine’s historic downtown area adds to that small-town feel. It’s small, of course, and only spans a few city blocks. But within that space you will find a clothing boutique, jewelry and gift store, hardware store, bakery, and several diners and pubs. Downtown Belle Plaine is the perfect place to shop locally for unique gifts and trinkets. What the small town may lack in terms of big-box retailers, it certainly makes up for in local shopping. And have no fear! Belle Plaine has a large grocery store and pharmacy, both of which opened in recent years. So residents have no need to leave town or travel to get their groceries or prescriptions. Kreft said the City Council has put a major emphasis on economic development in the recent past and plans a heavy focus on bringing new businesses to Belle Plaine in the future. The business community is served by the Belle Plaine Chamber of Commerce.
“The historical downtown helps with the atmosphere and has a nice mix of businesses that are established mixed with some newer businesses, too.” -City Administrator Holly Kreft
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Residents say they enjoy the small-town atmosphere in Belle Plaine, particularly the quaint downtown area. (Photo by Amanda McKnight)
MEDIA Belle Plaine Herald 113 E. Main St., P.O. Box 7 952-873-2261 bpherald@frontiernet.net Weekly newspaper. Southwest Saturday P.O. Box 8, Shakopee 952-445-3333 Published weekly. Star Tribune 425 Portland Ave., Minneapolis 612-673-4000 www.startribune.com Published daily.
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Belle Plaine Chamber of Commerce 952-873-4295 belleplainecc@gmail.com
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INSURANCE The Canopy Group
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115 W. Church St. Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-4234 www.prairiefarmstore.com
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PETS Erin Morrison of Belle Plaine showed her shorthorn at the Scott County Fair. Morrison was a member of the Belle Plaine 4-H before she graduated. (Photo by Rachel Wittrock)
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ince 2013, dogs have finally had a park of their own in Belle Plaine. The Belle Plaine Community Dog Park is located in the 200 block of South Market Street and is the product of a joint agreement between the city and the school district. The park functions as an ice hockey rink in the winter, but serves area canines in the spring, summer, and early fall months. The Carver-Scott Humane Society serves the area and is always looking for caring homes to adopt or foster rescued animals. The society also has a number of volunteer opportunities for those who may love animals but not be able to keep pets. If Fido or Sparky ever get sick, the Belle Plaine Animal Hospital will be there to help, and West River Veterinary Clinic is also in town for four-legged residents’ health needs.
DOG LICENSES Belle Plaine Police Department 952-873-4307
LOST PET Minnesota Critter Getter 610 W. Church St., Belle Plaine 952-873-6611
“For those who enjoy a walk with their canine companion, a seasonal Dog Park was dedicated in 2013.” -Mayor Mike Pingalore
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ADOPTION & RESCUE Southwest Metro Animal Rescue and Adoption Society 952-368-PAWS www.swmetroanimalrescue.org Carver-Scott Humane Society 952-368-3553 www.carverscotths.org
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