2015 lifestyle guide
Experience
Jordan Jordan: Preserving the past, preparing for the future In 1854, a man settled on a piece of land and built a log house in what was then called Sand Creek, but shortly thereafter became “Jordan.” Jordan’s first structures were crude log cabins. These later gave way to modest, but sturdier structures. Often they were made of brick from a local quarry. Today, Jordan’s downtown area has become an antique shoppers’ paradise, with dealers selling their wares from a variety of buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Stay at the historic Nicolin Inn and Mansion and enjoy all Jordan has to offer. Adding to the nostalgia are the Jordan Brewery and the Feedmill Restaurant. An old-time feed mill in former years, the Feedmill Restaurant still boasts the original wood floors and an awesome view of Sand Creek, which winds its way along the rear of the restaurant and downtown area. Across the street is the famous Pekarna’s Meat Market. Jordan residents are proud of beautiful Lagoon Park. Complete with a year-round running waterfall, the park is located on the edge of the spring-fed Mill Pond. In recent years the city has made many improvements to the park, including wrought iron railings, paved walking and bicycle paths, fishing rocks and pier, a fountain and a beach. Nearby, at the new Jordan Veterans Park, more than 300 plaques and a dozen benches honor families’ and individuals’ involvement in military affairs, and the city’s heirloom cannon sits on a pedestal with five military seals, surrounded by flags. It’s a fitting tribute to all servicemen and women. As growth occurs, the people and the Jordan City Council strive to keep the community’s small-town flavor. Jordan honors its history during the annual Heimatfest. These unique celebrations help connect the old and new in Jordan — it’s a great place to visit and an even better place to call home.
August 2015 Scott Carver Threshers Harvest Festival Firefighters Golf Tournament
September 2015 Miss Jordan Pageant Jordan Classic Cycle and Car Cruise Heimatfest St. John’s Fall Festival Firefighters Street Dance
October 2015 Jordan High School Homecoming Jordan Business Trick or Treat
November 2015 December 2015 Commercial Club Christmas Tree Lighting at Pekarna Park Jordan Area Chamber Jordandazzle Parade
February 2016 Mill Pond Masters Ice Golf Tournament Jordan Commercial Club
April 2016 Celebrate Jordan
May 2016 Memorial Day Services
June 2016 Illuminight 5K - Jordan Chamber
July 2016 Scott County Fair
See individual sites or chamber site at www.jordanchamber.org for dates and details
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PHOTO BY RACHEL WITTROCK A scrapbook supply store, video arcade, antique stores, Chinese food, a cafe, hair salon and meat market are just the tip of Jordan’s downtown. In addition to the small-town feel, the historic brick buildings that are home to the downtown businesses give the city an old-time feel, as if to say, “our history is here to stay.”
ATTRACTIONS Parks Trails Nature Recreation
HEALTH 9 10 10 10
FOOD Food
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LEISURE Perfoming Arts Studio Arts Clubs & Organizations Youth Organizations Youth Sports
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LIVING
GOVERNMENT Jordan, City of Meetings Utilities Ordinances Scott County Frequently Called Numbers Libraries Utilities Metropolitan Council Watershed Management Licenses & Permits/Documents Postal Services Health & Human Services Elections Minnesota, State of Untited States
Hospitals Medical Clinics
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School District 717 Non Public Schools Special Programs Help & Support Groups Historical Society
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MARKETPLACE Media Chamber of Commerce Business Directory
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PETS Dog Licences Lost Pet
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2015 lifestyle guide Group Publisher: Bill Davis Publisher/Director of Operations: Laurie Hartmann Managing Editor: Richard Crawford Editor: Amanda McKnight Editorial content: Rachel Wittrock Cover Photo: Rachel Wittrock Cover Design: Nicole Bullock Editorial Design: Steve Christiansen & Nicole Bullock Advertising: Blair Selk
Special thanks to city of Jordan, Jordan School District, CAP Agency and Scott County for their contributions. Every effort has been made to provide an accurate directory, but if errors have occurred, please let us know about them. Published by Southwest News Media, 12925 Eagle Creek Parkway, Savage, MN 55378 Copyright 2015. Printed in the U.S.A. To submit additional information, call 952-445-3333 or send an email to amcknight@swpub.com
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WELCOME
PHOTO BY RACHEL WITTROCK
Ames Percherons, driven by Travis Shaw, placed second in the Open Six-Horse Hitch division of the Scott County Fair Draft Horse Show this year.
A WELCOMING COMMUNITY Welcome to the 2015-2016 Jordan Lifestyle Guide. What makes Jordan such a welcoming community? For this year’s guide we asked for your advice and called upon a random sampling of Jordan residents to tell us what they love about living here. Throughout our 2015-16 Jordan Lifestyle Guide, you’ll see what they enjoy about the city, the community, the businesses and all the other amenities that make Jordan not just where they live but what makes it their home. In 1854, a man settled on a piece of land and built a log house in what was then called Sand Creek, but shortly thereafter became “Jordan.” Jordan’s first structures were crude log cabins. These later gave way to modest, but sturdier structures. Often they were made of brick from a local quarry. Today, Jordan’s downtown area has become an antique shoppers’ paradise, with dealers selling their wares from a variety of buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Jordan residents are proud of beautiful Lagoon Park. Complete with a year-round running waterfall, the park is
located on the edge of the spring-fed Mill Pond. In recent years, the city has made many improvements to the park, including wrought iron railings, paved walking and bicycle paths, fishing rocks and pier, a fountain and a beach. The beauty, safety and peaceful atmosphere of this area have made it a favorite recreational spot for Jordan residents. As growth occurs, the city will strive to preserve the community’s small-town flavor. Jordan honors its history during the annual Heimatfest celebration. The Lifestyle Guide is a compilation of important information — a single source for lists of services, names, telephone numbers and e-mail 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
347 2008 - 2012 = 50
5,825
5,897
5,970
9.1% increase from April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2014
425
10.4%
5 years and under
34%
18 years and under
49.5%
Between 19 and 64 years
POPULATION BREAKDOWN WHITE
92.4%
HISPANIC OR LATINO
6.5%
TWO OR MORE RACES
2.4%
ASIAN
1.3%
.6%
AMERICAN INDIAN AND ALASKA NATIVE
.8%
6.5% Foreign born Between 2008 and 2012 EDUCATION
90.2% High School Graduate or higher, 25+ 2008 - 2012
Mean travel time to work
workers age 16+
23.8 min
2008 - 2012
HOUSING
6.1%
65 years and older
BLACK OR AFRICAN AMERICAN
WORK TRAVEL TIME
28.8% Bachelor’s Degree or higher, 25+ 2008 - 2012
1,961 Housing units, 2010 = 250
89.4%
Homeownership rate, 2008 - 2012
90.9% Living in same house 1 year or more $215,000
Median value of ownership occupied homes, 2009 - 2013
2.96 Persons per household $29,059 Money income in past 12 months, 2013 dollars $71,905 Median household income, 2009 - 2013 Source: http://quickfacts.census.gov/
LIFESTYLE SNAPSHOT
POPULATION
ATTRACTIONS
PHOTO BY RON MORNSON
Longtime Jordan resident and Jordan Historical Society member Hedi Joachim stands with a century-old painting, created around 1910, that depicts Jordan’s picturesque waterfalls.
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here are no bouncing nightclubs or million-dollar theaters in Jordan, but there are hot air balloon rides, ziplines, paintball, a retro arcade, walking paths, a pond for swimming and fishing, and a whole lot more. Jordan is home to many attractions, from the big yellow barn that serves as Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store to the Jordan Mini Met, which is home to the Jordan Brewers and the city’s other leagues, including the Jordan Alers, Jordan Millers and the American Legion Post 3 team. “People do not know about how fun it is to hang out at the Mini-Met,” said Community Education and Recreation Director Nate Warden, who added the stadium is one of his favorite places to frequent. History buffs and those with an appreciation for culture and history will enjoy Jordan’s downtown, which boasts 20 historic buildings, including the old brick Jordan City Hall building and jail, the old St. John’s School, the Jordan Brewery, and the Nicolin Opera House, which is now a coffee shop. “It is great. I know we get a lot of people from out of town that shop and look around, and it is something they can hopefully keep up,” longtime resident Ken Hanson said of Jordan’s historic district. Jordan is currently in the process of transforming one of the downtown buildings into a permanent home for the Jordan Historical Society. “We hope that it is going to be a great attraction for downtown as well. There are a lot of historical items downtown, either stored in our building or people’s houses that we could display,” said Jordan City Administrator Tom Nikunen. When the water is high, Jordan’s Sand Creek is also a popular place for whitewater rafters. The creek is listed on the American Whitewater website, and local business owner Maureen Carlson has spotted people in kayaks and even inner tubes floating down the creek.
“It is great. I know we get a lot of people from out of town that shop and look around, and it is something they can hopefully keep up.”
-Ken Hanson, a 50+ year resident, speaking about the local historic district
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ATTRACTIONS PARKS Lagoon Park 300 Park Dr. Lagoon Park has picnic tables, shelters, grills, bathrooms, a gazebo, fishing pier, playground equipment, horseshoe pits, swimming, pond hockey and volleyball courts. Bridle Creek Park Intersection of Bridle Creek Dr. and Waterford Way Basketball courts and playground. Highway 21 Rest Stop Intersection of Sawmill Rd. and Highway 21 Sledding hill. Mini-Met Outdoor Hockey Rink 401 Rice St. S. A warming house is provided. Mini-Met Skate Park 401 Rice St. S. Skate park for use by skateboarders.
PHOTO BY RACHEL WITTROCK Jordan youth share their talent with the local community during the annual Pops Concert. among the sports accommodated by the high school’s athletic facilities.
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ATTRACTIONS Firemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park Intersection of Creek Lane/ Sunset Dr. Firefighters memorial. Sawmill Park Off Sawmill Rd. in Jordan Riesgraf Lions Park 275 Creek Lane N. Open space, picnic shelter. 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 area and trail. 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 countr y skiing, and mountain biking. This is a 2,400-acre park. The Landing-Minnesota River 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.
NATURE M i n n e s o t a Va l l e y N a t i o n a l Wildlife Refuge 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington 952-854-5900 www.fws.gov/refuge/minnesotavalley Made up of 14 separate units, t h e 14 , 0 0 0 -a c re M i n n e s o t a Valley National Wildlife Refuge runs from Bloomington to Henderson, along both sides of the Minnesota River. Nearby Chaska , Rapids L ake an d Louisville Swamp Units combine 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 has more than 1,000 acres of landscaped gardens, natural woodlands, wetlands and prairie, plant collections, and displays. Walk, hike, cross-country ski over eight miles of trails. Open 363 days a year.
RECREATION GENERAL RECREATION Community Education and Recreation Center (CERC) 500 Sunset Drive, Suite #3, Jordan www.jordank12.mn.us
FILE PHOTO Sharon Menke participated in the beanbag tournament during Heimatfest in Jordanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lagoon Park. 952-492-6211 Opening November 2015 The community center offers competitive individual and family monthly and annual membership fees. The CERC will offer a full fitness center with locker rooms, three-gym stations with an upper walking/running track, 80-person multi-purpose meeting room for celebrations and meetings, batting cages, tennis, volleyball, tennis, basketball, pickle ball and preschool play equipment. Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area 19825 Park Blvd., Jordan 952-492-6400
Lakefront Skate Park 5000 Kop Parkway, 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. SWIMMING Jordan Mill Pond 300 Park Drive, Jordan City-operated swimming, beach, fishing pier, gazebo, play area, horse shoe pits and volleyball court.
ATTRACTIONS Twin Oaks Middle School 15860 Fish Point Road S.E., Prior Lake 952-226-0893 Sand Point Beach 14349 Crest Ave. N.E., Prior Lake City-operated beach, concessions, volleyball, fishing pier, play equipment and sandy beach. Located off of County Road 42 and Crest Avenue. Watzl’s Beach – Lakefront Park 5000 Kop Parkway, Prior Lake City-operated beach, concessions, picnic facilities, fishing pier, boat slips and canoe rental. HORSEBACK RIDING/STABLES Minnesota Valley Riders Saddle Club 612-251-5913 www.mvrsc.org River Valley Ranch 16480 Co. Rd. 45, Carver 952-361-3361 Heiland Hills 18060 Valley View Drive, Jordan 952-492-3457 SPORTS CLAY RANGES MN Horse & Hunt Club 2920 220th St., Prior Lake 952-447-2272 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 952-4458800 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
PHOTO BY RACHEL WITTROCK Emma Nordgaard, 4 years old, of Shakopee was all smiles when she received her balloon animal cat from Lollipop the clown at the 2015 Heimatfest in Jordan.
MN Horse & Hunt Club (Campground and RV Park) 2920 220th St., Prior Lake 952-447-2272 MN Valley Trail State Park/Rec Area 19825 Park Blvd., Jordan 952-492-6400 Shakopee Valley RV Park 1245 Bluff Ave. E., Shakopee 952-445-7313 Town & Country RV Park and Campground 12630 Boone Ave., Savage 952-445-1756 Will’s Riverview RV Park 1705 3rd Ave. W., Shakopee 952-445-5323
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SMALL TOWN FLAVOR I
f there is one area Jordan is hoping to grow in the near future, it is the food industry. Jordan currently has a mix of fast food joints and local cuisine, including a Chinese restaurant, two apple orchards, a winery, a coffee shop, European dining, the state’s largest candy store, some of the best fried chicken around and plenty of burgers. “People love the Chinese restaurant,” local business owner Maureen Carlson said. “They work so hard in there, and they work hard to keep it fresh.” As the city prepares for planned growth, City Administrator Tom Nikunen said they are hoping to attract a Mexican or Italian-type restaurant. Although the historic Feed Mill closed its doors in April, new owners have been found and the restaurant re-opened on Oct. 1. Plans are also underway to open a new supper club in what used to be the OK Corral. Renovations are currently underway and the Jordan Supper Club is aiming to open its doors in mid-November with a dining area and tap room. A new microbrewery is also scheduled to open in Jordan in the fall, with not only homemade microbrews, but homemade root beer as well. Residents also enjoy a number of fish fries and pancake breakfasts throughout the year, and the Scott County Fair offers a wide range of food, from elk burgers to deep-fried Oreos, cheese curds, fry bread topped with fruit and everything in between. Jordan resident and Community Education Director Nate Warden thinks the local food events like the fish fries are one of the city’s hidden gems. “All of the little things that happen at churches like the pancake breakfasts, the spaghetti dinners, I love those things about Jordan,” Warden said. “Those are fun and they are popular too. It is fun to connect with people and to have good food at a good price.”
“All of the little things that happen at churches like the pancake breakfasts, the spaghetti dinners, I love those things about Jordan. Those are fun and they are popular too.”
- Nate Warden, Community Education and Recreation Director
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FOOD
PHOTO BY RACHEL WITTROCK The Hiegel family were among the 444 people served during the Jordan Lions fish fry this past March. Clockwise from left, Emma, Mark, Ann and Nate Hiegel enjoy a tasty dinner of deep-fried fish, rolls and potato salad.
PHOTO BY KARA HILDRETH Elmars Vuskans, center, swallows another bite of brat and ends up winning the first annual brat eating contest at Heimatfest 2015.
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PHOTO BY RACHEL WITTROCK An estimated 100 people showed up to the Immanuel United Methodist annual spaghetti supper. Among them were Faye Liebbrand and Ralph Pasquarette. The delicious aroma wafted upstairs and outside, enticing passers-by to come in and stay for a bite to eat.
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GOVERNMENT
PHOTO BY RON MORNSON Jordan firefighters were on site at Celebrate Jordan with the city’s fire trucks and a makeshift house. Firefighter Brian Anderson is shown practicing a rescue of his 3-year-old son Harvey Anderson during a make believe fire drill.
CITY PLANS FOR BIG IMPROVEMENTS, GROWTH C
ity of Jordan staff members are tasked with a challenge: helping the city grow while maintaining the small-town feel and atmosphere. The council is made up of six council members and the mayor. The council also receives input on issues from its committees: the Planning Commission, Parks and Rec Commission, Economic Development Authority, the Downtown Advisory Committee and the Jordan Safety Committee. Looking to the future, the city will be tackling a few big projects, including the Southwest Interceptor, street repairs, and attracting new businesses, especially restaurants, to downtown Jordan. Residents are able to register their vehicles at the Jordan City Hall, a service Jordan City Administrator Tom Nikunen said is not well known. “We keep that deputy register here because it is a service to the auto dealers in town, plus it gets people to our downtown,” Nikunen said. The city also recently completed a downtown improvement project to the city’s streets and sewer and water lines. “It looks more beautiful downtown. I think it is walkable and it is a big improvement for our downtown,” Nikunen said. Jordan resident Joe Wagner serves as one of the commissioners on the Scott County Board. In the last legislative session, the county board voted to enact a half-cent sales tax to fund regional transportation projects through 2022. According to Wagner, one of the issue the board will be dealing with is what projects to fund within Scott County.
“It looks more beautiful downtown. I think it is walkable and it is a big improvement for our downtown.”
-City Administrator Tom Nikunen, on the downtown improvements
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CITY OF
JORDAN CITY HALL
JORDAN
210 East First Street 952-492-2535
www.jordan.govoffice.com TTY: 612-342-5471
952-492-2535
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS Police and fire emergency Police (non-emergency) Fire (general information) Fire (general information) Water and sewer billing Scott County Sheriff
911 952-492-2009 952-492-2535 952-492-2535 952-492-2535 952-496-8300
CITY COUNCIL The mayor and council members serve as the Jordan City Council. Terms are four years. Jordan City Council elections are held concurrently with the state and federal general elections. FILE PHOTO Jordan City Hall is located at 210 1st St. E. in downtown.
MEETINGS FIRST & THIRD MONDAY: City Council Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m. MIKE SHAW Mayor bms218@aol.com
MIKE FRANKLIN Council member mikefranklin@ci.jordan.mn.us
Term ends Dec. 31, 2016
Term ends Dec. 31, 2018
SECOND TUESDAY: Planning Commission Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m. THIRD TUESDAY: Economic Development Authority Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m. FOURTH MONDAY: Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.
JEREMY GOEBEL Council member jrgoebel@gmail.com
TANYA VELISHEK Council member tlvelishek@hotmail.com
TERRY STIER Council member tbum16@aol.com
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UTILITIES Jordan Public Works 210 East First Street, Jordan 952-492-2535
ORDINANCES
JEFF WILL Council member weinerman59@comcast.net
BRENDA LIESKE Council member brendalieske@ci.jordan.mn.us
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For additional information about city ordinances, call the city office at 952-492-2535 or visit the website at www.jordan.govoffice. com. Winter Parking There shall be no parking on city
streets, alleys or parking lots within the city of Jordan when there is an accumulation of one and onehalf inches of snow or more, from 2 a.m. until the streets, alleys and parking lots are plowed full width. Exceptions: If you reside on First or Water streets between Mill and Varner streets, an odd/even parking system applies. For residents in these areas, the last digit of the day of the month determines which side of the street you should park on. The ordinance does not take effect until 2 a.m., so if you park your vehicle for the night, make sure you park it on the side of the street it should be on after midnight. Call the Jordan Police Department at 952-492-2009 with questions. Watering Ban A total watering ban will be in effect every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the restrictions are odd/ even. Violators will be cited. There is an exemption for newly seeded or sodded lawns. Building Permits A building permit is required when any building is erected, altered, demolished or moved and for most new construction, including decks. Call 952-492-2535 for information. 2015 | jordanbigfishlifestyle.com
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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 mixed-use 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 keep
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current on County news through viewing Board meetings (available online in “real time” and ondemand), 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 9:00 a.m. (please visit the website for up-to-date schedule information).
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ELECTED OFFICIALS BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
JOE WAGNER District 1 612-270-2660
TOM WOLF District 2 952-440-6805
OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS
MICHAEL BEARD District 3 952-583-7090
KEVIN STUDNICKA Sheriff 952-496-8318
RON HOCEVAR Scott County Attorney 952-496-8415
jwagner@co.scott.mn.us
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EMERGENCY NUMBERS BARBARA MARSCHALL District 4 952-447-5748
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JON ULRICH District 5 612-716-6724
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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
GOVERNMENT FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS County Administrator Gary L. Shelton 952-496-8100 Deputy Clerk of the County Board Debra Brazil 952-496-8601 Deputy County Administrator Lezlie Vermillion 952-496-8346 Public Affairs Coordinator Lisa Kohner 952-496-8780 Animal Control 952-894-9065 Building Inspections 952-496-8475 County Attorney 952-496-8240 Court Administration 952-496-8200 County Engineer, Highway, Surveyor 952-496-8346 Customer Service 952-496-8150 Economic Development Office 952-496-8613 Elections/Voter Registration 952-496-8161 Human Services 952-445-7751 Job Hotline 952-496-8598 Planning/Zoning 952-496-8475 Public Affairs 952-496-8601 Public Health Services 952-496-8584
Property Tax Estimates 952-496-8150 Recorder 952-496-8438 Sheriff 952-496-8300 Soil & Water Conservation 952-492-5425 U of M Extension–Scott County 952-492-5410 Unemployment 952-403-7990 Watershed Management 952-496-8054 Workforce Development Center 952-496-8686
LIBRARIES Jordan Branch Library 275 Creek Lane S., Jordan 952-492-8050 www.scott.lib.mn.us The Jordan Branch Librar y is part of the Scott County Library System, which allows librar y card-holders access to libraries in seven communities, including Belle Plaine, Prior Lake, Elko New Market, New Prague, Savage and Shakopee. In addition , the count y-wide system is par t of the greater metropolitan system — Metropolitan Library Service Agency (MELSA) — which allows library cardholders access to nearby Hennepin , Car ver an d other metropolitan county libraries, as well as Minneapolis and St. Paul Public Libraries. Law Library Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee 952-496-8713 Scott County Historical Society/ Stans Museum 235 Fuller St. S., Shakopee 952-445-0378
UTILITIES BURIED CABLE – CALL BEFORE YOU DIG Gopher State One 651-454-0002 www.gopherstateonecall.org ELECTRICITY Xcel Energy 1-800-895-4999 www.xcelenergy.com Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative 952-492-2313 www.mvec.net NATURAL GAS CenterPoint Energy 612-372-4727 www.centerpointenergy.com
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL Metropolitan Council Main Office 390 N. Robert St., St. Paul, MN 55101 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. It runs the regional bus system, collects and treats wastewater and manages water resources preser vation , 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.
WATERSHED MANAGEMENT Watershed management organizations and watershed districts in the Twin Cities metropolitan area participate in waterplanningandimplementation.
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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GOVERNMENT 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 & DOCUMENTS DRIVER AND VEHICLE SERVICES Jordan Government Center 210 E. 1st St., Jordan 952-492-6330 Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee 952-496-8150 www.co.scott.mn.us
Prior Lake-Savage License Bureau 14033 Commerce Ave., Prior Lake 952-447-8817 Driver’s License Renewals See above list or visit www.mvrenewal.state.mn.us. LIQUOR & TOBACCO LICENSES Jordan Government Center 210 E. 1st St., Jordan 952-492-6330 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 Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee 952-496-8150 Sporting goods and convenience stores also sell these licenses.
U.S. POSTAL SERVICE Jordan Post Office 214 2nd St. E., Jordan 55352 1-800-275-8777 Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9-11 a.m.
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave. W., Room 300, Shakopee 952-445-7751 Carver-Scott Crisis Program 952-442-7601 (24 hours) Child Care Assistance 952-496-8686 Child Support Enforcement 952-496-8183 Financial Assistance 952-496-8686
Home and Community Care Intake 952-496-8556 Mental Health Program 952-445-7751 Public Health Nursing 952-496-8577 Social Services 952-445-7751 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. For more information on voter’s registration, eligibility and/or absentee voting, call 952496-8560 or write Scott County Elections, 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee, MN 55379. You may also call Jordan City Hall at 952-492-2535.
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GOVERNMENT POLL LOCATIONS Jordan Jordan High School 600 Sunset Dr. Saint Lawrence Township Town Hall 7500 Old Hwy. 169 Sand Creek Township Minnesota Valley Electric Coop 125 Minnesota Valley Electric Dr. Helena Township New Prague Fire Hall 505 Fifth Ave. N.W., New Prague SCHOOL DISTRICT ELECTIONS School District 717 Jordan High School 600 Sunset Dr.
STATE OF MINNESOTA MN Workforce Center 752 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee 952-445-7087 www.positivelyminnesota.com/wfc 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Conservation Service 7050 East County Road 101, Shakopee 952-496-4141 SENATE Senate Information 651-296-0504 www.senate.leg.state.mn.us Senator Eric R. Pratt (R-55) 23 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-4123 sen.eric.pratt@senate.mn Senator Kevin L. Dahle (DFL-20) 317 State Capitol 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
PHOTO BY RON MORNSON Jordan firefighters used the Jaws of Life to peel back the hood of the car and rescue a trapped victim (firefighter Shawn Moriarty) from inside a vehicle as part of a mock crash scene. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-1279 sen.kevin.dahle@senate.mn HOUSE House Information 651-296-2146 www.house.leg.state.mn.us Representative Bob Vogel (R-20A) 581 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155 651-296-7065 rep.bob.vogel@house.mn Representative Tony Albright (R-55B) 417 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-297-9010 rep.tony.albright@house.mn
651-201-3400 www.mn.gov/governor Attorney General Lori Swanson (D) 1400 Bremer Tower 445 Minnesota St. St. Paul, MN 55101 651-296-3353 www.ag.state.mn.us Secretary of State Steve Simon (D) 180 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 651-296-2803 www.sos.state.mn.us State Auditor Rebecca Otto (D) 525 Park St., #500 St. Paul, MN 55103 651-296-2551 www.auditor.state.mn.us
UNITED STATES
202-224-3244 www.klobuchar.senate.gov 1200 Washington Ave. S., Suite 250 Minneapolis, MN 55415 612-727-5220 Senator Al Franken (D) 309 Hart Office Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-5641 www.franken.senate.gov 60 E. Plato Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55107 651-221-1016 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Representative John Kline (R-2nd District) 2439 Rayburn House Office Bldg. Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-2271 www.kline.house.gov 350 W. Burnsville Pkwy., Suite 135, Burnsville, MN 55337 952-808-1213
CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS Governor Mark Dayton (D) 130 State Capitol 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155
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FILE PHOTO Kelly Keaveny and his wife, Deb, opened a pharmacy in Jordan in 2013. It is their fifth — and smallest — drug store.
SMALL-TOWN CARE BRINGS BIG BENEFIT D
espite its small-town size, Jordan residents do not have to travel far to get medical care. The city is home to two dental practices, three chiropractic businesses and even has its own clinic and pharmacy. The clinic and pharmacy opened in the spring of 2013. Services and features include X-ray services, a full medical lab and an electronic medical record system allowing for seamless transition of health information, as well as the pharmacy with drive-through service located next door. “Having a pharmacy and clinic was always a big deal, and when it came here people were really excited,” said Kat Pass, communication and marketing specialist for the Jordan School District. Emergency services are provided by the Jordan Police Department, the Jordan Fire Department and the Allina Ambulance and Ridgeview Ambulance services. The city also provides a number of resources, including mental health, community health care, safety programs such as D.A.R.E., assisted living, memory care and Meals on Wheels, according to Jordan City Council member Tanya Velishek. The city is also focused on physical health, with a number of walking and bike paths in the city. “I think there is as much health-related amenities in the city of Jordan than there is anywhere,” Jordan Police Chief Brett Empey said.
“Having a pharmacy and clinic was always a big deal and when it came here people were really excited.”
-Kat Pass, communications and marketing specialist for the Jordan School District
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HEALTH 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 St. Francis Health Services 265 Creek Lane S., Jordan 952-428-1200
Allina Medical Clinic 1601 St. Francis Ave., #100, Shakopee 952-428-3535 Mayo Clinic Health Systems — Belle Plaine 700 W. Prairie St., Belle Plaine 952-873-2276 Lakeview Clinic 424 Hwy. 5, Waconia 952-442-4461 3000 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska 952-556-0120 406 Faxon Rd., Norwood Young America 952-467-2888 New Prague Medical Clinic 212 County 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
FILE PHOTO St. Francis Regional Medical Center serves as a hub for health care needs in Scott County and is just a quick 10-minute drive from Jordan. Ridgeview Chaska Clinic 111 H u n d e r t m a rk Rd . , #24 0 , Chaska 952-361-2450
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ANCHOR COUNSELING Mental Health & Family Services
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LEISURE
PHOTO BY RACHEL WITTROCK Melanie and Jarrett Johnson fish along Sand Creek, next to the Jordan Mini-Met.
LAZY DAYS AND SIMPLE PLEASURES L
ife in Jordan may be small-town, but it offers fun, exciting and even simple pleasures for individuals and families alike. Lagoon Park is a popular family spot. The walking path will take you past Mill Pond, where children can swim, fish, boat or even build a sand castle. A nearby playground and shelters make the park a popular spot for graduation parties, birthday parties or even social get-togethers. Celeste Mendez and her son Henrry moved into Jordan in March of 2015 and make trips to Lagoon Park two or three times a week. “I like the pond; it is clean. I like the volleyball courts, the shade under trees, the waterfall. I like all of it,” Mendez said while her son splashed near the shore of Mill Pond. Mother and son also enjoy playing soccer in the open field and having picnics by the scenic waterfall. While Lagoon Park is Jordan’s regional park, it is just one of many in the area. Riesgraf Lions Park offers a peaceful place to grill out and throw some horseshoes in the newer downtown business district, while Holzer Park is a great place to check out a local softball game or two. The annual Heimatfest event in September offers locals a chance to eyeball classic cars, lace up their running sneakers and relish their German heritage. A new event held in Jordan in July is the Illuminight 5K. The event drew more than 200 runners and walkers downtown to participate in an evening run. The local library not only has a wide collection of books for all ages, it also features fun displays throughout the year. It might showcase Lego creations crafted by local youth or a display case filled with Teddy bears throughout the ages. Looking for a fun, free family activity? The city also boasts a number of geocaches. Can you find them all?
“I love how you are close to the cities, but you feel like you are in the country too.”
-Maureen Carlson, local business owner
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Stages Theatre Company 1111 Main St., Hopkins 952-979-1111 www.stagestheatre.org The Valley Jazz Big Band 952-556-3536
Chaska Valley Family Theatre www.cvft.org Dakota Valley Symphony and Chorus 612-840-8681 www.dakotavalleysymphony.org
STUDIO ARTS A Brush With Water 952-496-0503
Jordan Art Festival 952-492-2306
Minnesota Watercolor Society 952-942-7019
Homeward Bound Theater 952-934-7295 homewardboundtheatre.org
Scott County Crazy Quilters 952-445-0378
Prior Lake Players www.plplayers.org
Upper Midwest Bead Society 952-492-2493 www.umbs.org
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South of the River Community Band 651-307-8492
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LEISURE Great Scott Cycling Club 952-440-8104 www.greatscottcycling.com Heimatfest Committee 952-492-6077 Home Educators for Excellence www.hedfex.org Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce 952-492-2355 www.jordanchamber.org
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Jordan Area Historical Society 210 East First St. 952-492-2535
Students in Jordan get their exercise outdoors on a Scott County trail.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS American Legion, Post 3 952-492-6826 Beyond the Yellow Ribbon-South of the River 952-440-5011
www.btyrsouthoftheriver.org Carver/Scott Master Gardeners 952-466-5309 Celebrate Jordan 952-492-6211 Ducks Unlimited www.ducks.org
Fraternal Order of Eagles www.foe.com Friends of the Jordan Library 952-492-2500 Friends of the Minnesota Valley 952-858-0727 www.friendsofmnvalley.org
Jordan Commercial Club www.jordancommercialclub.org Jordan Community Education and Recreation 952-492-6211 Jordan Jaycees www.jordan-jaycees.webs.com
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LEISURE Jordan Lions www.jordan-lions.org Jordaness Lions 952-492-3404 Knights of Columbus 952-492-6471 LaLeche League www.llli.org League of Women Voters of MN 651-224-5445 www.lwvmn.org Marine Corps League 952-447-1683 MN Deer Hunters AssociationMN River Valley Chapter 952-445-4396 www.mndeerhunters.com MN Landscape Arboretum Auxiliary 612-625-9587 www.arboretum.umn.edu MN Valley Riders Saddle Club 612-251-5913 MN Waterfowl Association 952-767-0320 www.mnwaterfowl.com Newcomers Club of the Southwest Suburbs www.NewcomersMN.com NOW – National Organization for Women-MN Valley www.now.org/chapters Pheasants Forever of Scott County 612-202-6119 www.scottcountypf.org Rainbow Animal Rescue 952-440-3824 Relay for Life of Scott County 952-445-6354 www.relayforlife.org/scottcountymn River Valley Trail Blazers Snowmobile Club www.rvtb.org Sandcreek Gray Beards (National Wild Turkey Federation) www.nwtf.org
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PHOTO BY KARA HILDRETH Jordan Heimatfest organizers said turnout for the 2015 summer festival was strong with all the German music, food and live entertainment that took place from early morning until fireworks capped off the evening. Scott-Carver Threshers 952-492-2062 www.scottcarverthreshers.org Scott County Fair Board 952-492-2436 www.scottcountyfair.com Scott County Historical Society/ Stans Museum 235 Fuller St. S., Shakopee 952-445-0378 www.scottcountyhistory.org Shriners Club (West Suburban) 952-473-8619 Scott County SNO-Trails, Inc. 952-440-1003 St. Francis Auxiliary & Volunteers 952-428-2065 Toastmasters — Midday Mumblers 952-288-4154 middaymumbler.org
V.F.W. Auxiliary 952-492-2674
YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS Boy Scouts of America www.northernstarbsa.org Boy Scout Troop 332, Jordan www.jordanboyscouts.org Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys 800-845-0787 www.girlscoutsrv.org 4-H Programs U of M Extension oversees the 4-H Program and can provide full information on both the program and exsiting clubs. U of M Extension – Scott County 952-492-5410 www.extension.umn.edu
YMCA Burnsville 13850 Portland Ave. S., Burnsville 952-898-9622 ymcatwincities.org MN Job’s Daughters International www.mnjd.org
YOUTH SPORTS District 717 Community Education 952-492-6211 Baseball Millers 952-367-6994 Girls Fastpitch Traveling (ages 18 and under) 952-985-3970 Ghostriders Wrestling/Panther Cubs 952-492-3460
U of M Extension – Scott County 952-492-5410 mnext-scott@umn.edu www.extension.umn.edu
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Jordan Brewers Baseball 952-492-6317 www.mnbaseball.org/team/jordanbrewers
Camp Kici-Yapi 952-835-2567
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Jordan Basketball Association www.jordanhoops.com
Jordan School Board members showed school pride at the dedication of the new Ames Field by sporting “J” tattoos on their arms. School Board Chair Deb Pauly (left) stands alongside Lauren Pedersen and Sandy Burke.
SMALL-TOWN CHARM AND BIG CITY LIVING J
ordan received a major nod from Niche this year when it was ranked second among Minnesota towns for Best Place to Raise a Family. The list included all municipalities in Minnesota with a population of less than 100,000 people and ranked towns based on school ratings, crime rates, age demographics and access to affordable housing and childcare. “The parks we have are very nice; there are a lot of trails and the small-town atmosphere,” said Jordan City Administrator Tom Nikunen. When it comes to reading, math and science proficiency, the Jordan School District continues to score well above the state average, and the school district’s facilities and technology are one of the many aspects that contribute to Jordan’s quality of living. In the upcoming months, the city and school district will be opening a Community Education and Recreation Center, known as CERC. The facility will include a three-gym station, an elevated walking track, fitness center, community locker rooms and a community room with kitchenette and will be open to the district and community. “It is going to be a game-changer,” Jordan Community Education and Recreation Director Nate Warden said. According to Warden, the district also offers a rec program yearround for students, including flag football, tackle football, volleyball, a cross country camp, Legos after school, art classes, Kids Company, winter basketball, a running club, and more. “The other thing Jordan offers is some of the best ball fields as far as baseball you will find in the state,” Nikunen said.
“It is going to be a game-changer.”
-Nate Warden, on the new CERC building
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LIVING of the meetings are changed when there are conflicts with school activities. Meetings are held in the superintendent’s office. Deb Pauly Chair 952-492-2745 Bob Vollbrecht Vice Chair 612-916-2514 Sandy Burke Clerk 952-334-6884 PHOTO BY KARA HILDRETH Jordan Elementary kindergarten teacher Stephanie Olstad talks to her class during morning carpet time.
SCHOOL DISTRICT 717 Jordan residents are served by Independent School District 717. The Jordan public schools program is housed in three facilities: pre-K-4, grades 5-8 and grades 9-12. The elementary school has 655 students and a pre-school program of another 30 students. The 5-8 middle school has 541 students and the high school has 482 students. In all, 160 full-time personnel are employed by the district, which this year has a budget of $14 million. Among its special programs is a before/after school day care in the elementary that opens at 6 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m. The district has an active community education program for all ages and it operates community recreation programs through Community Education. A Mac computer lab at the elementary level and IBM labs at the middle and high school level, along with additional computers in the classrooms, offer students a technological boost. In 2002, the district constructed an addition to the elementary school and the new high school opened in 2003. All three facilities are on the same campus. LUNCH/DAY CARE Jordan schools provide both breakfast and lunch for students in grades K-8. Lunch only for grades 9-12. Jordan has a full-time nurse for
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grades K-12. There is a before- and after-school program (day care for students) beginning at 6 a.m. and ending at 6 p.m. The program also operates on non-school days during the year. The district also has preschool programs for 3- and 5-yearold children, and offers a full day, everyday kindergarten program. Jordan also has a full complement of activities for children through senior citizens in its Community Education Programs. EARLY CHILDHOOD FAMILY EDUCATION Jordan ECFE Jordan Elementary School 815 Sunset Dr., Jordan www.jordan.k12.mn.us A program for parents and their children (birth-age 5), which includes parent/child activities, children’s programs, parent education, and child care. BOARD OF EDUCATION The District 717 School Board is the school district’s governing body. It is composed of seven members, each of whom is a district resident elected by voters to serve a four-year term. The terms have been staggered, with elections conducted in November of odd-numbered years. School board business meetings are conducted once a month on the 2nd Monday at 7 p.m. Additional workshop meetings, when needed, are held on the 4th Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Occasionally times
Lauren Pedersen Treasurer 612-327-0925 Bob Malz 952-292-8759 Tom Vogel 651-398-1223 Connie Hennen 952-492-6810 FACILITIES Jordan Elementary School 815 Sunset Dr. 952-492-2336 Jordan Middle School 500 Sunset Dr. 952-492-2332 Jordan High School 600 Sunset Dr. 952-492-4400 Jordan Community Education and Recreation 500 Sunset Dr. 952-492-6211 FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS District 717 Offices 500 Sunset Dr., Jordan 952-492-6200 Matt Helgerson Superintendent 952-492-6200 www.jordan.k12.mn.us Melissa Barnett Elementary School Principal 952-492-2336
Lance Chambers Middle School Principal 952-492-2332 Barb McNulty High School Principal 952-492-4401 Nate Warden Director, Jordan Community Education and Recreation 952-492-6211
NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS St. John the Baptist Catholic School Grades Pre-K-6 215 N. Broadway, Jordan 952-492-2030 St. John’s Catholic School is an elementary school accredited through the Minnesota Non-Public School Accrediting Association. St. John’s School provides a Catholic education with emphasis on academics, spiritual relationships and respect for self and others for preschool through sixth grade students. Its mission statement reads, “St. John’s enables children to grow in faith while striving to reach their full potential through life-long learning.” St. John’s Parish welcomes students of all faiths desiring a Christian, value-based education in a Catholic school setting. Living Hope Lutheran Church and School Grades Pre-K-4 8600 Horizon Dr. S., Shakopee 952-445-1785 www.bllhschool.org Living Hope Lutheran School continues to meet and excel in the standards established by the Minnesota Non-Public School Accrediting Association. It has provided Pre-K through fourth grade Christian education since 2002. The Word of God is taught not only during religion classes, but throughout the day it is applied and is the basis and guide for all learning and living. The whole education is aimed at Christian training through the subject taught. It is the school’s mission to take into account all the child’s needs of body, mind and soul.
LIVING Mayer Lutheran High School Grades 9-12 305 5th St. N.E., Mayer 952-657-2251 www.lhsmayer.org A nationally accredited high school offering Christ-centered education and academic excellence, sports and fine arts programs for grades 9-12. Bus service is available. A variety of denominations are represented and welcomed. Holy Family Catholic High School Grades 9-12 8101 Kochia Ln., Victoria 952-443-4659 www.hfchs.org Serving grades 9-12, this Lasallian co-educational college prep school is committed to helping young men and women realize their academic and spiritual potentials. The school also provides a full program of interscholastic athletics and extracurricular activities, and is affiliated with the Minnesota River Conference. Financial aid and transportation are available.
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Southwest Christian High School Grades 9-12 1981 Bavaria Road, Chaska 952-556-0040 www.swchs.org Southwest students are challenged to think and live differently in the midst of postmodern culture. All subjects, from physics to physical education, are rigorously taught with a biblical worldview. Honors and AP classes, music and fine arts, 17 varsity sports and a wide variety of co-curricular activities are available. SWCHS also offers a robust financial aid program. To arrange a tour, call the Admissions Office.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS Southwest Metro Cooperative 100 Hope Ave., Jordan 952-492-3030 www.cseced.org Programs include alternative learning centers, special education, adult basic education, professional and
JORDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Principal Melissa Barnett 815 Sunset Dr. 952-492-2336
technical programs, youth and adult transitional services, family programs and services for students with special needs. Locations are spread across Carver and Scott counties.
River Valley Special Education Center 100 Hope Ave., Jordan 952-567-8102 www.mrvsec.k12.mn.us
JORDAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Become a member! Stop by the Community Ed and Rec office at Jordan High School or, upon completion of construction, come see us at The CERC located at 500 Sunset Drive, Suite#3 in Jordan. For questions, call 952-492-6211 or visit www.jordan.k12.mn.us
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LIVING HELP & SUPPORT SERVICES
RSVP – Retired & Senior Volunteer Program 952-945-4161
Alcoholics Anonymous 7204 W. 27th St., #113, St. Louis Park 952-922-0880 www.aaminneapolis.org
Scott-Carver Affordable Housing Coalition 952-402-9832
Alpha Pregnancy Resource Center 13845 Hwy. 13 South Front Road, Savage 952-447-5683 www.alphaprc.com
Scott County Licensed Family Daycare Association 952-334-7179 www.sclfcca.com Scott-Carver-Dakota CAP Agency, Inc. 712 Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee 952-496-2125 www.capagency.org The CAP Agency is a private, nonprofit human service organization serving a three-county area. They offer everything from financial assistance to child care to domestic abuse help.
AARP – American Association of Retired Persons Information Center – Mall of America 952-858-9040 American Cancer Society 2520 Pilot Knob Rd., Mendota Heights 651-225-8100 www.cancer.org American Heart Association – Greater Twin Cities 4701 W. 77th St., Edina 952-835-3300 www.americanheart.org American Lung Association of MN 490 Concordia Ave., St. Paul 651-227-8014 www.lungusa.org American Red Cross – Twin Cities 1201 W. River Parkway, Minneapolis 612-871-7676 www.redcross.org/mn/minneapolis ARC – Greater Twin Cities 2446 University Ave. W., #110, St. Paul 952-920-0855 www.arcgreatertwincities.org Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Greater Twin Cities 651-789-2400 www.bigstwincities.org Bridging, Inc. 201 W. 87th St., Bloomington 952-888-1105 www.bridging.org Carver-Scott Mental Health Crisis Program 952-442-7601 www.co.carver.mn.us Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative 792 Canterbury Rd. S., #231, Shakopee
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Sexual Violence Center – Scott and Carver Counties 500 N. Pine St., Suite 203, Chaska 612-871-5111 (24 hours) www.sexualviolencecenter.org PHOTO BY RACHEL WITTROCK Isabella Nord as Cinderella and Ellie Engelhart as Queen Betty waltz across the stage during the Child’s Play Theatre production of “Twinderella.” 952-567-8100 www.cseced.org
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MN Citizens Concerned for Life 4249 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis 612-825-6831 www.mccl.org
Crisis Nursery 24-hour Hotline 763-591-0100
MN Literacy Council 651-645-2277 or 1-800-225-READ www.mnliteracy.org
Heading Home Scott Carver 651-645-0676 www.scott-carver.headinghomeminnesota.org
MN Problem Gambling Hotline 1-800-333-HOPE
MADD – Mothers Against Drunk Drivers 155 S. Wabasha St., #104, St. Paul 612-523-0802 www.maddmn.org MN Chapter Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of America 1711 Broadway St. NE, Minneapolis 612-259-4600
NAMI – National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Scott County Janet Williams 952-890-1669 Narcotics Anonymous www.naminnesota.org Planned Parenthood 1-800-230-PLAN www.plannedparenthood.org/mnnd-sd
Social Security Administration 1-800-772-1213 www.ssa.gov Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women (SVABW) 952-873-4214 www.southernvalleyalliance.org St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Shakopee 952-428-3000 www.stfrancis-shakopee.com St. Francis Regional Medical Center offers a number of support groups and services that are free or of low cost to the public. Their support groups focus on everything from infant loss to struggling with low vision to fighting diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. United Way 612-340-7400 www.unitedwaytwincities.org Welcome Neighbor 952-442-9000 www.welcomeneighbormn.com
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Historical Society has something for everyone BY KATHLEEN KLEHR
The Scott County Historical Society (SCHS) is all about preservation, education, and access to information. We provide opportunities for cultural heritage celebration; pathway for citizenship; education opportunities; opportunities for teachers to meet Minnesota teaching benchmarks; internships for students; a community gathering space; tourism dollars; volunteer opportunities; a venue for creating connections; opportunities for the public to connect with their community; space for military families and reminders for why people serve; a healing space; space to ease daily stress and loneliness; an extensive research library; and a professionally run artifact repository. SCHS has a little something for everyone.
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In November 2015, the SCHS wil host two events focused on the Vietnam war. “Vietnam: A Window to War.” From 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 there will be an Exhibit Reception & Interview for James Thompson’s photographic exhibit on Vietnam. From 7 to 8 p.m. Nov. 12, local author Kim Heikkila will discuss her book, “Sisterhood of War: Minnesota Women in Vietnam.” SCHS DISPLAYS X Marks the Spot: Mapping Scott
County — Discover the wealth of information available in maps! Exhibit runs through August 2016. Games and Chores: Growing Up in Scott County — This exhibit is the story of hard work, fun play, and education through the eyes of children who grew up here. Exhibit runs through March 2016. 2016 EXHIBITS March 2016: Valleyfair 40th Anniversary September 2016: Wish You Were Here: Tourism in Scott County The SCHS makes a difference in the community. Here are some samples of what the historical society means:
New Options: “SCHS does a great job tailoring our programs to meet client needs and they are always good learning experience for them.” Fifth-grade teacher: “The program was great … It allowed kids to have a hands-on experience and actually participate in history.” The Scott County Historical Society is located at 235 Fuller Street South, Shakopee. Reach us at 952-445-0378, info@scottcountyhistory.org or visit us on the web at www.scottcountyhistory. org. Kathleen Klehr is the executive dairector of the Scott County Historical Society.
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An exhibit opening in November 2015 features James Thompson’s Vietnam photographs.
Jordan
Worship Directory Welcome Home! St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 313 E. Second Street, Jordan, MN 55352 Church 952.492.2640 • School 952.492.2030
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Jordan has placed an emphasis on downtown revitalization in recent years.
OLD MEETS NEW J
ordan combines its history with a growing business scene. Take a simple walk downtown and you will find yourself transported back in time 100 years. Antique stores, an arcade, a studio photographer, a meat market and craft stores are some of the businesses that reside in Jordan’s historic brick buildings. The Jordan Historical Society will soon have a permanent home downtown to store and display artifacts from Jordan’s past. A half-mile away, the new Jordan business district is growing. In recent years, many Jordan businesses have expanded their operations, and four more businesses in the newer downtown area will be expanding in the upcoming months. Plans are also underway to build a new hotel in town. “Most of the businesses that we have at this time are doing well and expanding for the growth of their business,” Jordan City Administrator Tom Nikunen said. As new businesses move into town, Jordan is also preparing to grow its housing market. Jordan currently caters to homebuyers and those in the Valley Green Mobile Home Park, but a project in the works will meet a high demand for those living in Jordan. “We are working on an apartment facility we hope to land yet this year,” Nikunen said. Nikunen said he believes Jordan’s various housing options contributed to its being ranked the second best town in the state to raise a family by Niche this year.
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Jordan Area Chamber of Commerce 110 First St. E., Jordan 952-492-2355 www.jordanchamber.org
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PHOTO BY KARA HILDRETH Dr. Rich Lancello with Jordan Veterinary Clinic plays with pooch Magneto, 8, a golden retriever dog owned by the clinic’s groomer, Jen Tollerud.
A LOVE FOR FURRY FRIENDS J
ordan may not yet have a dog park, but a stroll along Mill Pond is a fun destination for dog lovers. When the summer sun beats down, sometimes a dip in the refreshing pond is all your buddy Max asks for. If your pet is feeling a little under the weather, Jordan also boasts a local veterinarian capable of caring for your family pet, exotic pets and horses. There is also a canine boarding/daycare facility in city limits, and one local resident shows her love for man’s best friend by providing a safe haven for humane society rescues. The city also recently approved a chicken ordinance allowing up to four hens per household. “Jordan is great for pets because we are very communityfriendly,” said Jordan City Council member Tanya Velishek. Jordan youth also show a variety of animals at the Scott County Fair, from bunnies and sheep to goats, cows and pigs. This year, Jordan area youth dominated the goat category, walking away with most of the Grand Champion and Reserve Champion titles.
DOG LICENSES Jordan Government Center 952-492-2535 Dogs over four months of age must be licensed in Jordan. The cost of a license is $10 and a proof of rabies vaccination is necessary.
“Jordan is great for pets because we are very community-friendly.”
-Jordan City Council member Tanya Velishek
Jordan is also home to Ames Percherons. The large draft horses are owned by Dick Ames, who shows them every year at the Scott County Fair. The fair offers one of the largest draft horse fairs in the nation, and this year the local horses trotted away with six awards, including first place in the team, four-horse hitch and eight-horse hitch divisions. “They are beautiful, it is something you don’t see in the city,” said longtime resident and business owner Maureen Carlson. “They are so majestic and they are just beautiful.”
Licensed dogs are to wear the license tag number on their collars. Any dog found in the city without a license and running at large can be impounded. For more information, check with city hall. A household that has more than three licensed dogs on the premises must apply for a $50 kennel license.
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