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Thisweek Apple Valley-Rosemount DECEMBER 31, 2010 VOLUME 31, NO. 44

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Boasting a modern look dominated by stone, glass and steel, the new Apple Valley Transit Station at 15450 Cedar Ave. opened in January after more than eight months of construction. Currently a hub for south-of-the-river commuters taking express buses to and from Minneapolis and St. Paul, the $21 million station operated by the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority will eventually be one of eight stops along the long-planned bus rapid transit corridor, which will feature shoulder-running buses between Lakeville and Bloomington.

This year’s Leprechaun Days, Rosemount’s annual 10-day summer celebration, saw the addition of the three-day Bluegrass Americana Festival and Craft Fair, as well as the return of mainstays and crowd favorites such as the Bathtub Races (above), which were held in the Central Park hockey rink.

In city politics, year ends with crackdown on prostitution

City opens Steeple Center; Bills elected as a state representative

2010 was year of planning Transit station, anti-tower for the future, preserving group made news in 2010 city of Rosemount’s past by Andrew Miller THISWEEK NEWSPAPERS

The opening of a new transit station on Cedar Avenue, a neighborhood coalition’s successful bid to stop construction of a wireless Internet tower, and a City Council crackdown on prostitution were among the newsmaking events in Apple Valley in 2010.

New transit station opens Plans for a bus rapid transit line on Cedar Avenue by 2012 took a step forward in January with the opening of the new Apple Valley Transit Station. Boasting a modern look dominated by stone, glass and steel, the station operated by the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority at 15450 Cedar Ave. on the former Watson’s recreation store site opened Jan. 4 after more than eight months of construction. Currently a hub for south-of-the-river commuters taking express buses to and from Minneapolis and St. Paul, the station will eventually be

one of eight stops along the long-planned bus rapid transit corridor, which will feature shoulder-running buses between Lakeville and Bloomington. The $21 million station, which includes a skyway and a three-story parking garage with room for 750 vehicles, was funded through a combination of county, state and federal dollars, including $4 million in federal Urban Partnership Agreement funds.

Tower plan topples A telecommunications company’s plan to erect a 125-foot wireless Internet tower in Apple Valley’s Wildwood Park drew fervid opposition from neighboring residents who claimed the tower would be an aesthetic blight, diminish property values and possibly have harmful health effects. The nearly two-monthlong public outcry ended when the company, Clearwire Wireless, withdrew its city permit application for a tower in the park at 137th Street and Harwell Path. More than 500 neigh-

bors signed a petition opposing the proposal by Clearwire, which had announced plans to launch a wireless Internet service in the Twin Cities. Members of the Wildwood Park Alliance, which leader John Hessburg said consisted of 12 core members and had gathered the support of the majority of homeowners near the park, packed the council chambers at the Apple Valley Municipal Center during Planning Commission meetings in May and June to voice opposition to the project. With a City Council decision looming for Clearwire’s permit application, Clearwire announced in early July it was withdrawing its application for Wildwood. Though Clearwire officials indicated they still intended to move forward with plans for a wireless network in Apple Valley – involving about 10 other tower or tower-like sites in the city – members of the Wildwood Park Alliance sounded a cry of victory. “This is proof that democracy works in Apple Valley,” Hessburg said.

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A massage parlor that opened in October in a home on Garden View Drive in Apple Valley caused an uproar among neighboring residents who alleged the business was a front for a prostitution service. A neighborhood watch was organized to document client traffic at the business, and the above sign was erected to notify clients they were being photographed.

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The city of Apple Valley received some major kudos in May from Money magazine. Apple Valley earned the No. 20 spot on this year’s list of America’s Best Places to Live, the magazine’s annual ranking of the nation’s most livable small cities. The rankings are determined by financial, housing, education and quality-of-life statistics. This wasn’t the first year Apple Valley garnered a spot on the Money magazine list, though it was the first year the city cracked See Apple Valley Review, 2A

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In 2010, Rosemount city leaders made tough budget cuts and paid down debt, but invested in defining the city’s unique character by preserving the past. The year kicked off with city leaders approving a $221,850 bid to renovate the former Church of St. Joseph, which the council would later rename the Steeple Center, into a community center. Renovation included extending the stage platform and adding a handicap accessibility ramp to it, installing a fire protection system, waterproofing and various repairs. The Steeple Center’s big debut occurred during Leprechaun Days, and reservations for its use are being accepted by the city.

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closed. But that margin held strong under the challenge, and in a year that was especially hard for incumbents at every level, DeBettignies joined City Council Member Kim Shoe-Corrigan and Mayor Bill Droste in retaining seats. Beginning in January, the council will interview applicants to fulfill the remaining two years of Bills’ term in office. The winning candidate is expected to be announced by February, according to City Administrator Dwight Johnson.

UMore plans Plans by the University of Minnesota to mine and then develop 5,000 acres of land located in southeastern Rosemount and part of Empire Township continued in 2010. City officials are developing mining ordinances and working with the university as the project proceeds, with mining expected to begin in 2011. The university also is forwarding plans to install a 2.5-megawatt Clipper wind turbine on the property, funded with an $8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. Officials plan to use the 426-foot-tall turbine for researching materials and methods that improve wind turbine performance and reliability.

After just two years on the Rosemount City Council, Kurt Bills was elected state representative for District 37B. The popular Rosemount High School economics teacher won the Republican endorsement and in the Nov. 2 election went on to unseat Democrat Phil Sterner, who also served on the Rosemount City Council prior to serving a term in the House. Bills has asked to serve on committees that work on education and finance issues, but as of Dec. 28, the Hike and bike committee assignments had In November, Rosenot yet been announced. mount took a decisive step toward becoming a walkRecount yields no ing- and biking-friendly change community when officials A hand recount of Rose- unanimously passed the mount ballots reaffirmed city’s first Pedestrian and that City Council Member Bicycle Master Plan. Mark DeBettignies won reEnvisioned is a web of election to the council on trails, connecting around Nov. 2. the city, county and region, With just 26 votes sepa- along with changes to city rating them, candidate Tim streets to allow bike lanes Judy had requested the re- or wider sidewalks. count a few days after polls Costs for various road

projects range from an estimated $5,000 to $50,000 per mile, and sidewalk additions are estimated to cost $11 per square foot. How much of the plan is actually implemented will depend on funding availability and how well the ideas fit into new initiatives and future reconstruction projects.

Shooting In July, Rosemount police investigated the city’s first homicide since 2008. Anthony Adam Hartman, 22, of Apple Valley, was found dead by police at about 6 p.m. on July 12 after responding to a report of shots fired at the Car Spa car wash at 15215 Canada Ave. in Rosemount. Two days later, Jonas Gerald Grice, 27, of Burnsville, turned himself in to police for the shooting, which occurred after a brief argument. Grice, who has a history of psychosis and has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, was indicted by a grand jury in August on one count of first-degree premeditated murder and one count of second-degree intentional murder.

Cop or robber? A former Rosemount resident and Minneapolis police SWAT team officer spent the beginning of 2010 robbing businesses and people, and the rest of the year behind bars. In October, Timothy Edward Carson, 29, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for five counts of aggravated robbery in Hennepin County. He’s serving the time concurrently with an eightyear sentence for armed robbery of the Apple Valley Wells Fargo Bank branch in January. For about three weeks, starting at the end of December 2009, Carson committed See Rosemount Review, 3A

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Woman charged with home arson, attack on husband by Andrew Miller

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An Apple Valley woman has been charged with three felonies in connection with an alleged attack on her husband Dec. 2 during which she set their home on fire and attempted to kill herself with a screwdriver.

Rhonda Lee Arkley, 49, who was a Democratic candidate for the state Senate in 2002, was charged by the Dakota County Attorney’s Office last week with first-degree arson, seconddegree assault, and fleeing Rhonda from police. Arkley

Arkley was booked into jail on Monday following a hospital stay for self-inflicted stab wounds and burns incurred during the alleged attack, fire and ensuing police chase. Police were dispatched to Arkley’s home at 4754 W.

142nd St. around 9:15 a.m. Dec. 2 following a report that Arkley, possibly distraught over the November death of her adult son, who died of a heroin overdose, had started a fire in the home with gasoline and was threatening to kill herself. See Charges, 6A

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Apple Valley Review/from 1A the top 20. The city was ranked No. 28 in 2007 and was No. 24 in 2008. Apple Valley was among two cities in Dakota County and a total of five in the Twin Cities to earn spots in the top 20 on the list this year. Eden Prairie was No. 1, Plymouth No. 11, Woodbury No. 13 and Eagan No. 15.

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A soldier from Apple Valley was killed in combat July 13 in Afghanistan. Christopher Goeke, 23, was one of three Americans killed while responding to an attack on an Afghanistan National Army facility in Kandahar City. The U.S. Department of Defense reported that Goeke died of wounds sustained when insurgents attacked his unit with small arms and rocket-propelled grenades. A first lieutenant in the 82nd Airborne Division based at Fort Bragg, N.C., Goeke grew up in Apple Valley and graduated from Apple Valley High School in 2004. After high school, he attended the U.S. Military Academy at West

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The Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley welcomed a new addition to its family of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins in July. The healthy female calf, born July 17 and named Taijah, weighed about 30 pounds and was about 2.5 feet long at birth. Taijah is the second calf born to mother Allie and father Semo. Point, where he graduated The healthy female calf, sixth in his class in 2008. born July 17 and named Taijah, weighed about 30 Zoo welcomes baby pounds and was about 2.5 feet long at birth. dolphin Taijah is the second calf The Minnesota Zoo wel- born to mother Allie and comed a new addition to its father Semo. Semo, 45, is family of Atlantic bottle- believed to be one of the nose dolphins in July. oldest reproducing male dolphins in human care. In addition to Semo, Allie and Taijah, the zoo is home to Allieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mom, April.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not often the opening of a fast-food restaurant draws a lot of fanfare, but the addition of a White Castle to Apple Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commercial district at Cedar Avenue and County Road 42 in mid-August was touted by city officials and business leaders as an economic boon that will draw residents of surrounding communities to the city. The fast-food chain with its signature Slyder burger and ubiquitous â&#x20AC;&#x153;What You Craveâ&#x20AC;? marketing campaign opened Aug. 15 at the former location of Boston Market at 15101 Cedar Ave. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be a draw,â&#x20AC;? said See Apple Valley Review, 8A

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Rosemount Review/from 1A various stickups and bank robberies. He was caught after the Apple Valley heist that made him late to work at Minneapolisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 3rd Precinct, where he was questioned by police and the FBI. An Apple Valley police officer became suspicious after he saw Carsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vehicle in the area after the robbery. The officer had earlier stopped Carson for a missing license plate, but let him go after Carson told him he was a police officer heading to work. During court hearings, Carsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney said he suffered post-traumatic stress from serving in Iraq and his home was in foreclosure. In addition, Carsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife allegedly lied to him about having cancer and being raped, and said their daughter had been raped. The attorney said Carson was hoping heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d die in a shoot-out so his family could collect insurance money.

Leprechaun Days Rosemountâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual 10day festival was expanded to include the three-day

Bluegrass Americana Festival and Craft Fair in Central Park. The days were filled with music, fun, food and arts; some of the bands that played were Johnny Holm and Rupertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Orchestra. Other Leprechaun Days events included an 18-hole golf tournament to benefit 360 Communities, the first Kids Dance, hosted by the American Legion, and the Grand Parade. The family of Army Cpl. Ben Kopp, who died from combat injuries sustained in 2009, served as grand marshals. More than 60 events were held during the festival, and the celebration culminated with a fireworks show that has long been hailed as one of the Twin Citiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; best.

have responded to a call to provide photos and the stories behind them. But the information compiled has resulted in the need for additional research to describe what is in pictures and the stories behind the photos. Among the unexpected tidbits of information that have led to more questions are where chemicals were dumped during the 1950s by the U.S. Army; what caused Harry Lorenz to beat Mary Tschida of St. Paul to death in 1934; and information about the clinic that operated near what is now Dakota County Technical College to treat polio victims. As a result, the group will not complete the book in 2011. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With all these interesting sidebars, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re finding Local history project that instead of narrowing Members of the Rose- things down, all of a sudmount Historical Society den, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re expanding topembarked upon the first ef- ics,â&#x20AC;? Loch said. fort to create a local history book. Looking ahead John Loch, retired RoseNext year, local officials mount business owner, said will face many challenges he has spent hours at the as they continue to look for library reviewing old issues cost-saving measures amidst of the Dakota County Tri- a challenging economy and bune and pulling out in- state budget crisis. teresting items that involve Efforts will also continue Rosemount. to attract new businesses to In addition, residents the city, although there re-

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Rosemount moved ahead with renovation work inside the former Church of St. Joseph building, which was re-named the Steeple Center in 2010. mains a conscious effort to retain the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s small-town character. At the Jan. 4 Rosemount City Council meeting, incumbents will again take the oath of office; the council will consist of four members until the new member is selected. Local community groups are gearing up for a new year of events and planning for the 2011 Leprechaun Days.

But residents wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to wait until winter is over for fun community events to occur. Using some of the funds left from last year, the Rosemount Area Arts Council will offer eight free, familyfriendly bluegrass concerts at Celtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, located at 14506 South Robert Trail in Rosemount. The music will be featured on the second and fourth Monday of each

month from January to April, starting Jan. 13, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and food specials will be offered. The Bluegrass Festival is scheduled for July 23-24, the first weekend of Leprechaun Days. Tad Johnson contributed to this report. Laura Adelmann is at laura.adelmann@ecminc.com.

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Opinion ECM Editorial Pawlenty legacy: Good ambassador leaves huge deficit Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty recently tried to put a positive spin on his uneven record of accomplishment during the past four years. The all-but-announced candidate for the Republican Party presidential race claims heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaving the state in good shape with a budget surplus of $399 million for June of next year. He ironically claims credit for a budget surplus that most experts say was due to the infusion of federal government stimulus and Medicaid dollars. The governor also brushes off criticism that the projected $6.2 billion budget deficit forecast for 2012 is manageable and casts doubt on the budget process itself. Never in the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history has a governor left such a forecasted

deficit for his successor (Gov.elect Mark Dayton) to handle. The no-tax governor, who drastically cut local government aid, also is leaving with the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property taxpayers having paid $3 billion more under his twoterm administration. In 2006, this newspaper endorsed the re-election of Tim Pawlenty when he convinced the majority of ECM Editorial Board members that he had learned some lessons during his first four years. One was he had to be more conciliatory and compromising with legislators. He did not fulfill that promise. Instead, he and the lockstep Republican Senate and House members stonewalled the DFL attempt to close the budget deficit with spending cuts and taxraising measures.

The governor, however, does not have to put a spin on his many positive accomplishments. He deserves credit for leading the state through the worst recession since the Great Depression. Minnesota has 7.1 percent unemployment compared with the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 9.8 percent. The state did not go bankrupt, and its operations were never stopped. Pawlenty and the Legislature maintained the state per-pupil aid for K-12 education, while also prodding educators to reform education to prepare students for global competition. Because of mounting expenses, however, school districts have had to cut millions of dollars of expenditures, resulting in larger class sizes, fewer electives, higher fees for extracurricular activities and longer walking distances for many

students. Because of reduced funding to the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s higher education system, tuition costs have doubled over the past 10 years. To his credit, while millions of dollars were cut in human services, he did protect the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health system, while pointing out that the upward trend in health costs is unsustainable. He and the Legislature cut millions in state aid to cities and counties, forcing them to raise property taxes but also to find new efficiencies. The governor led trade missions to foreign countries, which resulted in more business for Minnesota companies. He and his wife, Mary, were great backers of Minnesota National Guard men and women, who are serving this country with

distinction while being sent repeatedly to Iraq and Afghanistan. Pawlenty has been a leader in getting federal disaster aid for cities struck by floods and tornadoes. His backing of Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Northstar commuter rail was key to getting the funding for it. The governor has been a good ambassador for the state and deserves gratitude for the many hours he and his family devoted to governing. From a fiscal standpoint, he is leaving the state worse off than when he took office eight years ago. That cannot be spun away. An editorial from the ECM Editorial Board. Thisweek Newspapers and the Dakota County Tribune are part of ECM Publishers Inc.

Letters We can ensure a healthy planet To the editor: A recent columnist pointed to the impact our purchases have on many aspects of our world: economically, environmentally, businesswise and in other ways. As we buy locally, we reduce the carbon footprint made by burning gasoline to transport products to us. We support local businesses by buying locally, and local businesses pay property taxes, which permit local government units to plow streets, maintain parks and libraries and other services. And, we or our neighbors may be employed or enriched by the presence of these businesses and government units.

The idea of acting locally doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even have the need to think globally, and the environmental part of our actions has worldwide effect. By being thoughtful about our purchasing habits, we can ensure our children and their children have a healthy, thriving planet to live on. PAUL HOFFINGER Eagan

Lessons from the Great Depression To the editor: It is obvious that Linda Swierczek (Dec. 10 Thisweek letter) and Wanda S. Ballentine (Dec. 17 Thisweek letter) are Democrats who want someone else to feed their children

and also pile on programs that are unsustainable, programs that someone else should pay for. It hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worked elsewhere as I pointed out, and it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work here. Neither of them apparently lived through the Great Depression of the late 1920s and 1930s, especially the 1930s when the Democrats were in power. Bankruptcies and bank closings were everyday events. My father and two grandmothers were victims as were 40 percent of my neighbors and relatives. There were no school lunch programs, and I was told if I wanted to go to college I had to earn the money, which I did doing the meanest possible jobs nobody else wanted. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember seeing an obese child, and many of us rescued our parents from poverty. For the record, Paul Krugman, the liberal economist, never lived during the Great Depression and is not regarded by the rest of us as anything more than a socialist with Scandinavian connections. The same goes for Al Franken, who barely won his election in a state where Democrats flourish unabated. If Swierczek and Ballentine want to check out some real life credentials, I am available by appointment.

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to deserve distinction. The thing that does differentiate the letter from others of its irksome ilk is its despicable denunciation of voluntary charity in general and the Toys for Tots program, specifically. Good grief, Grinch. Voluntary charity is the purest manifestation of human caring. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freely offered, not out of compulsion but out of compassion. Charity is dropping coins in the Red Kettle, to be sure. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s far more than a dollars and cents issue. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s giving a helping hand to a neighbor stuck in a snowdrift, offering a kind word to a harried retail clerk, helping a stranger lift a heavy parcel into her trunk or overlooking a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas cookie weight gain. The author of the Dec. 17 letter is clearly obsessed with the property of others and figuring out how to get control of it. It is also clear that she prefers forced redistribution of wealth through taxation (tyranny) to voluntary charity (compassion). Sadly, she seems more than willing to impinge upon the lovely and time-honored Toys for Tots program to promote her preference.

To the editor: Muddled political rants are hardly rarities in letters to the editor, but a Dec. 17 letter in Thisweek, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Twofaced Kline,â&#x20AC;? establishes a new benchmark for how low such tirades can go. Bashing U.S. Rep. John Kline isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t what sets the letter apart. Neither does its blatant promotion of class envy between less-rich Americans and more-rich Americans. Both those hackneyed JAN DOBSON whines are far too overused Lakeville

Message from Rep. Tara Mack To the editor: As we wind down toward the end of the year 2010, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d once again like to express my gratitude at having the opportunity to represent the people of Apple Valley and Burnsville in the Minnesota House. In the coming months, we will be discussing many hot topics, including how to eliminate a projected $6.2 billion budget deficit, how to put more people to work in Minnesota, how to improve Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education system, and so much more. I encourage you to continue calling and e-mailing with any thoughts and suggestions you may have. I can be reached at rep. tara.mack@house.mn or by phone at (651) 2965506. It is truly an honor to once again represent your interests at the state Capitol, and I wish you a wonderful holiday season spent with loved ones and a happy New Year. TARA MACK District 37A representative Apple Valley

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Legion Post 1776 named Business of the Year

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Apple Valley American Legion Post 1776 was named Business of the Year by the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce at the chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual awards luncheon earlier this month. Chamber President Ed Kearney said the American Legion was recognized for its â&#x20AC;&#x153;quiet community workâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the post donates more than $10,000 per year on average to Apple Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fourth of July Freedom Days parade, allows schools and nonprofits to use its facilities free of charge for fundraising events, and provides free food to veterans on Veterans Day, among other charitable efforts. The American Legion was one of four finalists nominated by chamber members for Business of the Year; the other nominees were Flowerama, Warnersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Stellian, and the law firm of Severson, Sheldon, Dougherty & Molenda. Pictured at the awards luncheon are, from left, chamber Chairman Loren Solfest, American Legion General Manager John Wortman, American Legion Business Manager Joan Guse and chamber President Ed Kearney.

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Charges/from 1A When police arrived, Arkley was observed stabbing herself in the chest with a screwdriver inside a locked car outside the home. Arkley fled in her vehicle when she saw police arrive, leading officers on a chase that ended in Eagan when police deployed road spikes at Pilot Knob Road and Cliff Road to deflate her tires, according to the criminal complaint. When police approached the vehicle, they observed Arkley

again pushing a screwdriver into her chest. Arkley was taken to Regions Hospital in St. Paul, as was her husband, Stuart Arkley, the only other occupant of the home when the fire started. Firefighters from the Apple Valley and Rosemount departments spent more than an hour battling the fire. Apple Valley Fire Chief Nealon Thompson said the home was a â&#x20AC;&#x153;total loss,â&#x20AC;? with structural damage estimated at more than $122,000.

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Police spoke with Stuart Arkley, who reported that the morning of the fire he was lying on a bed when his wife entered the room, doused him with gasoline, threw an oil lamp in his direction, and struck him in the head with an exercise weight, the complaint said. Stuart Arkley further told police that his wife used a five-gallon gas can to spread gasoline throughout the house, stood in the doorway holding the exercise weight to prevent him from exiting the home and declared, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, before I kill myself I want to burn the house down because I do not want anyone else to see this house.â&#x20AC;? Eventually, Stuart Arkley jumped out a rear window and fled to a neighborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, where he called 911. Police say Rhonda Arkley has admitted throwing gasoline at her husband,

striking him with the exercise weight and setting the house on fire. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arkley stated that she never intended to kill her husband but only wanted him to say her name and that he loved her. Arkley stated that she only wanted to kill herself,â&#x20AC;? the complaint said. Arkleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first court appearance was Dec. 28; bail was set at $500,000. Arkleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next court appearance is an omnibus hearing March 7 in Dakota County District Court in Hastings. As of Wednesday morning, Arkley was in custody in the Ramsey County Jail. If convicted of all three felonies, she faces a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison and/or $39,000 in fines.

Rosemount Library Chef Lerma to visit Stew Thornley at Robert Trail Library Robert Trail Library

Local chef, author and television personality John Michael Lerma â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a regular on KSTPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Twin Cities Live,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fox 9 Morning Newsâ&#x20AC;? and KARE 11 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be cooking Italian fare from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 16, at the Robert Trail Library in Rosemount. The menu includes prosciutto-wrapped figs, smoked mozzarella and Venetian lasagna. Registration for this event starts on Jan. 2 and is limited to 20. Call the library at (651) 480-1200 or register online by clicking on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Calendar of Eventsâ&#x20AC;? at www.dakotacounty.us/ Andrew Miller is at andrew. library. miller@ecm-inc.com.

Stew Thornley, author of numerous books, including â&#x20AC;&#x153;Baseball in Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Six Feet Under: A Graveyard Guide to Minnesota,â&#x20AC;? will speak from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, at the Robert Trail Library in Rosemount. Thornley has also coauthored autobiographies of Ray Christensen and Herb Carneal. This program is presented in cooperation with the Rosemount Area Arts Council. Robert Trail Library is located at 14395 S. Robert Trail; call (651) 480-1200 with any questions.

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Richard A. Chronowski 51, slipped from this earth far too early on 12-12-10 at home. He was a devoted, loving husband, involved, proud father and life enthusiast. He understood the importance of family and invested his heart and soul in each moment with them. Unswaying and true, Dick believed in himself and others, lived life to his full potential both body and mind while remaining humble and honest. He was always eager to learn and lend a helping hand, hardworking, always giving 100% and took pride in every endeavor he engaged in. He experienced the world fully through his senses; stayed active and physical, appreciated music and the arts, savored food and respected and admired all the beauty of nature. An understated humorist, Dick could light up a room with his wit, charm and sparkle in his eyes. This great man will live on in those he touched but will be infinitely missed. Dick is survived by his wife of 26 years, Patti; daughters, Alex and Erica; brothers, Larry, Bob, Tom and John; many nephews and nieces, extended family and friends . He was preceded in death by parents, Alfred and Jane and brother, Ken. Memorials preferred to the family for a state park project.

Age 70, of Cannon Falls, formerly of Farmington, died Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 peacefully at Holy Trinity Care Center. He was born Feb. 11, 1940 in Stewart Village, MN and enlisted in the Army when he was 18 years old and served in the Korean War. He is survived by his children, Brian Gorr (girlfriend Crystal Warren) and Sheri Costa; 3 grandchildren, Kayla and Katrina Costa and Sylviemae Gorr-Spear; 2 stepgrandchildren, Jasmine and Jessica Warren; sisters, Evelyn Meyers, Vera Meyers and Marion (Jim) Dvorak; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ida Gorr; sister, Darlene Halstead; brother, Vernon Gorr. Services will be held at a later date to be announced. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Cremation Society Edina Chapel (952-924-4100).

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Rodney W. Christianson Christianson, Rodney W. age 62 of Apple Valley passed away unexpectedly on 12/17/10. Survived by wife Pat; Children Tara (Patrick) Peterson, Dr. Lucas ( Dr. Lee) Christianson, Nick (Heather) Christianson, Ben and Katy Christianson; Grandchildren Robbie & Fernando Souza; Anastasiya Peterson. Parents Alvin & Allene Christianson; Siblings Marcus (Sara) Christianson, Marsha (Mike) Ryan & Ryan (Nora) Christianson. Funeral Service 11AM Wednesday, Hope Church, 7477 145th St. W. Apple Valley, MN. Visitation 5-8pm Tuesday at White Funeral Home, 14560 Pennock Ave. and also one hour prior to service at ch u r ch . I n t er m en t , L eb a n o n Cemetery. White Funeral Home Apple Valley 952-432-2001

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Delbert E. Stevens Age 78, of Lakeville, formerly of New Prague, passed away December 18, 2010. Delbert retired from the Richfield Police Department. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary; son, Wesley Allen Stevens; siblings, Gordon Stevens and Norman Wind; also sister-in-law, Janet Stevens. He is survived by his living children, Chris (Rick) Peterson, Harold "Hal" (Kathy) and Brian (Lori) Stevens; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; brother, Harold Sevens. Funeral Service was held Monday 12/27 at White Funeral Home Chapel, 20134 Kenwood Trail, Lakeville (Cty Rd. 50) visitation was on Sunday from 2-5 PM also at the funeral home and 1 hour prior to service. Interment was held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. White Funeral Home 469-2723 Lakeville www.whitefuneralhomes.com

Hilleque, Elizabeth Ann Age 36 Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home in Burnsville on Tuesday December 14th, 2010 due to complications related to Downâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s syndrome. A graduate of Burnsville Senior High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special education program, Liz worked as an administrative assistant at City Hall. She also loved eating, bowling, writing, playing Sequence, and drinking Diet Coke. Known for her perseverance and love for family and friends, she will be missed. Survived by her parents Bob and Linda Hilleque and her three siblings Victoria Peterson-Hilleque, Gordon Hilleque, and Katie (Hilleque) Sutherland, brother-in-laws Brent Peterson-Hilleque and Josh Sutherland, and sister-in-law Emily (Erusha) Hilleque, nephews Abhinav Peterson-Hilleque and Cody Sutherland, and nieces Mariama Peterson-Hilleque and Aubrie Sutherland. Visitation Fri Dec 17th 5:30-8 PM at White Funeral Home 12804 Nicollet Ave S., Burnsville, MN, 55337. Funeral Sat. Dec 18th at 11 AM at Berean Baptist Church, 309 County Rd 42 East, Burnsville, MN 55306. Reviewal one hour prior. Burial after funeral. Luncheon will begin following funeral and will continue after burial. Memorials will be given to Fraser school and Berean Baptist Church. White Funeral Home Burnsville 952-894-5080 www.whitefuneralhomes.com

Donald J. McCready Donald J. McCready, age 71, of Burnsville passed away on 12-15-10. Preceded in death by father, John. Survived by wife, Sarah; children, Denise (David) Puppe, Darren (Lori) McCready, Douglas (Rose) McCready; mother, Marie McCready; 5 grandchildren; sister, Marge Cochran-Tuck. Funeral Service 2pm Saturday, December 18, 2010, at White Funeral Home, 12804 Nicollet Ave. S. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment, Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Sailer-Delgado Sara J. Sailer and Nathan M. Delgado announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Sara, daughter of Ron and Pam Sailer of Apple Valley, is a graduate of the University of North Dakota with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She is presently employed at Marian Care Center in St. Paul. Nathan, son of Juan Delgado and Janet Ackerman of Apple Valley, is a graduate of the University of Phoenix with a Bachelor in Business Management. He is serving on active duty as an infantry platoon sergeant and training NCO with the MN National Guard.

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Levi Joseph Schmidt Was born May 31st, 2010 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Weighing in at 7 pounds, 6 ounces, and 20 inches long. Proud parents are Grant Schmidt and Nichole Thurmes of Farmington. Excited first time grandparents are Larry and Nancy Schmidt of Farmington and Gene and Theresa Thurmes of Farmington.

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Sports All Conference Volleyball All Conference Taylor Voss,, Apple Valley; Maren Loe, Apple Valley Mel Racz, Apple Valley Ashley Murtha, Eastview Kelsey Schile, Eastview Kara Cousins, Eastview Elaine Warner, Rosemount Honorable Mention Aly Johnson, Apple Valley Kelsey Harms, Apple Valley Natalee Johnson, Apple Valley Lindsey Ryan, Eastview Miquel Green, Eastview Ali Fromme, Rosemount Natalie Busher, Rosemount Zoe Peterson, Rosemount

Eagles make national headlines in 2010 by Andy Rogers THISWEEK NEWSPAPERS

Fans of Apple Valley sports had something to cheer about year round in 2010 as two programs, wrestling and boys soccer, continued to dominate. The Apple Valley wrestling team made national headlines in 2010, finishing the year ranked No. 1 in the country by Amateur Wrestling News

and www.theOpenMat.com. The team won its 18th state title, yet the Eagles had perhaps their best season ever with seven individual state champions. They also won the Clash in Rochester and the Cheesehead Invitational in Wisconsin in 2010, beating several of the nation’s best teams. Destin McCauley, Dakota Trom, Matt Kelliher, Bran-

Girls Soccer All Conference Brianne Price, Eastview Claire Elliot, Eastview Taryn MacMillan, Eastview Taylor Browning, Apple Valley Taylor Stainbrook, Apple Valley Shade Pratt, Rosemount Kate Mallory, Rosemount Jordan Sammons, Apple Valley Kristen Knutson, Eagan Honorable Mention Amanda Beckman, Eastview Leah Nesheim, Eastview Courtney Driscoll, Eastview Lauren Hoeppner, Apple Valley Jenaye Coleman, Apple Valley Nicole Halstead, Apple Valley Brooke Stevens, Rosemount Hannah O’Donnell, Rosemount Mel Simonson, Rosemount

Boys Soccer All Conference Thomas Obarski, Apple Valley Simon Geottl, Apple Valley Tim Van Beck, Apple Valley Tim Ness, Apple Valley Dan Schumacher, Apple Valley Sam Benda, Eastview Sam Ruelas, Eastview Sam Temple, Rosemount Blake Fitzel, Rosemount Honorable Mention Nate Tenpas, Apple Valley Dane Grundstrom, Apple Valley Hudson Fasching, Apple Valley Joe Karam, Eastview Ben Schmitz, Eastview Brennan Espinda Bannick, Eastview Jackson Eliason, Rosemount Josae Barrita, Rosemount Dalton Cunningham, Rosemount File photo by Rick Orndorf

Cross Country Girls All Conference Anne Ferguson, Eastview Hannah Grim, Rosemount Tori Grund, Rosemount Alexa Nelson, Apple Valley Honorable Mention Ashley Comstock, Rosemount Laura Dennis, Rosemount Courtney Conroy, Eastview Hannah Segar, Apple Valley MacKenzie Burkstrand, Eastview Kaitlin Hattouni, Apple Valley Taylor Rambo, Rosemount Natalie Webb, Apple Valley

The Eagles celebrate their 18th state wrestling title.

All Conference Shane McCallum, Rosemount Erik Rosvold, Eastview Nathan Rock, Rosemount Chandler Dye, Rosemount Ken Hoffman, Eastview Calvin Lehn, Rosemount Tyler Henkemeyer, Rosemount Paul Frekot, Apple Valley Nick Oelke, Eastview Honorable Mention David Salter, Eastview Alex Brandel, Apple Valley John Donlan, Eastview Nick Hughes, Apple Valley Trevor Capra, Rosemount Matt Bettes, Apple Valley John Evenocheck, Rosemount Hunter Abramson, Eastview Dan Spika, Eastview

Girls Swimming All Conference Delaney McDonald, Apple Valley Kate Wright, Apple Valley Steph Bierman, Apple Valley Paola Martin, Apple Valley Johanna Ottner, Apple Valley Kayla Hutsell, Eastview Kristen Podratz, Eastview Leah Anderson, Eastview Sophie Running, Eastview Kelsey Deinhammer, Eastview Beth Wenman, Rosemount Elyse Griffith, Rosemount Honorable Mention Patrycja Bonnert, Apple Valley Mariah Grant, Apple Valley Jennifer Gravrok, Apple Valley Madi Sundlof, Apple Valley Katharine Hamand, Eastview Mackenzie Hanegraaf, Eastview Breanna Schlegel, Eastview Megan Jelinski, Rosemount Claire Judeh , Rosemount Teija Normandeau, Rosemount Claire Tolan, Rosemount

Football All Conference Rosemoun:t Joe Bjorklund OL Brandt Berghuis DE Andrew Hausmann RB Nick Liska RB Kevin Larson QB David Morgan FS Tony Prostrollo CB Eastview: Frank Veldman DB/WR/P Zach Johnson OL Derek Schatz RB Jacob Ulrich DL Matt Larson LB Apple Valley Dan Mundt OL/DL Tony Seals RB/SS Steve Maxwell DB/RB Honorable Mention Rosemount: Joe Malicki OL Ryan Link OL Jeff Ruhl TE Mike Lewis DT Matt Larson LB Nolan Behrens LB Colton Crow DB Eastview: Cam Cropsey LB/RB Ryan Reger QB Matt Galloway DL Lethzee Calderon DB Aaron Wesser DB Jack Frederickson DL Apple Valley: Tom Obarski K Gavin Bronson LB/TE Alex Johnson LB/RB

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The Apple Valley boys soccer team celebrates a season in which it scored 100 goals and allowed just five. ing in second place. The girls track and field team kept Eagle fans cheering in the spring. Taylor Browning was second in the 200-meter dash and fourth in the 100. Chanel Miller was fifth in the 100 hurdles and she handed the baton with Jaryn Pipkins, Megan Maki and Browning to finish second in the 4x100 relay. Several other athletes at Apple Valley left their mark in 2010. • Nathan France helped the Eagles finish 23rd at the state swimming meet thanks to a fifth-place backstroke finish. • Alpine skier Dane Jensen was second in the state meet in February. • Delaney McDonald helped the girls swim team take 15th at state in Novem-

ber. • The volleyball team spent most of the season ranked in the top 10. • The boys basketball team finished second in the last season of the Lake Conference thanks to the play of Tyus Jones and Tom Schalk. • Kaitee Larkin was 33rd at the state Alpine meet in February. • AJ Michaelson was 41st at the state golf meet in June. • Taylor Hoeppner finished 23rd all around in the Class AA state gymnastics meet in February. Her teammate, Kelsie Long, was eighth in the floor exercise. • Andy Dodds skied to seventh in the state Nordic meet in February. Andy Rogers is at andy.rogers@ecm-inc.com.

Lightning strikes in 2010 by Andy Rogers THISWEEK NEWSPAPERS

Cross Country Boys

don Kingsley, Daniel Woiwor, Devin Scott and Steven Keogh were state champions. The boys soccer team continued to win as it extended its streak to 47 victories in a row in 2010, capping it all off with a second consecutive state title. Tom Obarski, Hudson Fasching, Tim Van Beck, Simon Goettl and coach Chuck Scanlon led the Eagles to a No. 1 ranking all season, a South Suburban Conference title and a Section 3AA title. The city also saw its favorite daughter, Lindsey Vonn, win a gold medal during the Winter Olympics downhill competition. She grew up skiing at Buck Hill. The Apple Valley boys hockey team also created a stir this year. The Eagles defeated Eagan and Woodbury in Section 3AA to play at the state tournament at the Xcel Energy Center. The Eagles beat Blaine 2-0 in the quarterfinals thanks to a brilliant performance by netminder Aaron Gretz, who had 30 saves. Adam Robson scored the winning goal and Fasching added an empty netter in the final seconds. In the next round, eventual state champion Edina got the best of Apple Valley 2-0 and the Eagles lost the third place game 6-3 to Hill-Murray to finish fourth. Joey MacGibbon and Matt Bettes combined forces at the Class AA doubles tennis tournament in June, com-

There were several highlights for Eastview in 2010, but perhaps the brightest was the boys basketball team’s late-season play. The Lightning went on a brilliant run, losing just three games in February and March leading up to the state tournament. Their biggest achievement was winning the Section 3-4A title, beating ranked teams Apple Valley and Lakeville South, with big performances from players such as Joey King, Vinard Birch and Frank Veldman. The Lightning lost to Henry Sibley 50-47 in the state quarterfinals at the Target Center in a game that came down to the final second. The boys came into the 2010-11 season ranked in the top 5 in Class 4A and ready to make another run. The Eastview girls basketball team also made headlines, playing for the Section 3-4A title in March, nearly knocking off eventual state champions Lakeville North. The Eastview girls golf team qualified for the Class AAA state meet in June and

finished in sixth place. Sara Detlefesen had a remarkable season, winning several competitions. She was second at the state high school meet and continued to tear up golf courses through the summer. During spring, the track teams were consistently finishing ahead of several others. At state, the Lightning boys team jumped to fifth in Class AA. Veldman was third in the high jump and second in the triple jump. David Pearcill was third in the triple and eighth in the long jump. Kahlil Jordon was right behind them at fifth in the triple jump. The girls track team was also featured at state. Alex Beckman won the state title in the triple jump with a leap of 37 feet, 11.5 inches. She was also sixth in the 100 and Amanda Beckman was fourth in the long jump. The Eastview girls high kick team had the fourth best score at the Class AAA tournament in February. Erica Tramonte and Kailyn Pederson were named to the alltournament team. The jazz dance team finished in third place in Class

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The Eastview boys basketball team qualified for the state tournament in March. AAA state. Kelsey Martin and Katie Schneidler were named to the all-tournament teams. Many other athletes had accolades in 2010. • Kayla Hutsell swam to third best in the 100-yard backstroke and second in the 100 butterfly at the state swim meet in November. • Max Tylke was 10th at the state golf meet in June. Sam Christian was a few strokes back at 14th. • Erik Rosvold finished in

52nd place in the Class AA state boys cross country meet in November. • Anne Ferguson was 39th across the finish line in the girls state cross country meet. • Will Biernat broke onto the tennis scene, qualifying for the state singles tournament. • The Eastview wrestling team went 26-6 and 13 wrestlers were section place winners. • The volleyball team

spent most of the season ranked in the top 10. • The Eastview football team went 7-4 and played in the Section 3-5A finals, losing to Rosemount. • The baseball team tied for second with Burnsville in the last season of the Lake Conference. • Anne Ferguson was 39th across the finish line in the girls state cross country meet. Andy Rogers is at andy.rogers@ecm-inc.com.

Irish had some of the best athletes in the state in 2010 by Andy Rogers THISWEEK NEWSPAPERS

If there was one sport that whipped Rosemount into a frenzy in 2010 it was football. The entire town was buzzing last fall as it watched the Irish play in the Prep Bowl in November. Rosemount won the South Suburban Conference title and beat Eastview to win the Section 3-5A tournament. The Irish defeated Lakeville South in the quarterfinals and Brainerd in the semifinals to play for a state title. They lost to Wayzata 31-14 in a game that was close up until the third quarter. Prior to the game Rosemount had won 12 games in a row. The Irish featured Kevin Larson, Andrew Hausmann and Nicholas Liska, who ran all over the competition thanks to linemen like Joe Bjorklund. The defense kept opponents under 14 points

all season with players such as Brandt Berghuis, Tony Prostrollo, Nolan Berehrens, David Morgan and Colton Crow. In the spring, the Irish had two state champions in track. Zach Vraa won the 110-meter hurdles. He was also part of the second place 4x400 relay with Hausmann, Chandler Dye and Chris Mergens. Katie Murgic won the pole vault title leaping 12 feet, which was 9 inches higher than anyone else. The Rosemount boys cross country team finished in third place at the state meet in early November. Shane McCallum (fourth) and Nathan Rock (ninth) led the way. The girls also made an appearance at the state cross country meet, finishing in 10th place. Tori Grund led the Irish, finishing in 33rd place. The boys swimming and diving team was fifth best in the state meet in March. Dev-

on Meeks capped off an incredible career at Rosemount with a state title in the 50-yard freestyle, and he was part of the second-place 200 freestyle relay with Max Hubbard, Connor Manning and Luke Dowell. Murgic finished off a solid gymnastics career with a 28thplace finish all around at state. Several other individuals had notable performances in 2010. • Molly Flynn was 66th at the state girls golf tournament in June. • Beth Wenman was 14th in the 100-yard backstroke at state swimming, and Elyse Griffith was 15th in the backstroke. • Alison Baker and Makayla Newberry qualified for the state tennis doubles tournament in October. Virginia Norder qualified in the singles tournament. • Shade Pratt was fourth

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Rosemount football made headlines in 2010 as the team played in the Prep Bowl in November. in the 400 dash at state track, Rogers is at and Alyssa Temte was fifth in Andy andy.rogers@ecm-inc.com. the triple jump.

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Hooppaw will replace Sharon LaComb, who City Council Member opted not to seek re-elecJohn Bergman, who action, on the council. tively campaigned to bring White Castle to Ap- Prostitution concerns ple Valley following the A massage parlor that announcement of Boston opened in a home on GarMarketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s closing more den View Drive in Apple than two years ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My Valley caused an uproar understanding is once among neighboring resithey open, they never dents who alleged the close.â&#x20AC;? business was a front for a The Apple Valley loca- prostitution service. tion is the second White While that business, Castle in Dakota County located about a block and only the third south from Westview Elemenof the river, with restau- tary School, closed a few rants at 4515 S. Robert weeks after it opened, the Trail on the Inver Grove City Council took steps Heights/West St. Paul bor- to ensure prostitution der, and at 8011 Old Car- rings wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to hide riage Court in Shakopee. behind a facade of massage therapy. Election The council approved Apple Valley voters an ordinance Dec. 9 that elected two incumbents requires massage busiand one political newcom- nesses and their therapists er to city office in the Nov. to be licensed by the city, and allows for police to 2 election. Mary Hamann-Roland periodically inspect such won her bid for a fourth businesses. Licensing will include term as Apple Valley mayor in a landslide vic- a criminal background tory over challenger Ryan check on massage busiMoe, who was making his ness owners and their first bid for elected office. therapists. Existing massage busiIn the race for two City Council seats, incumbent nesses in Apple Valley John Bergman and Clint have until March 15, Hooppaw, vice president 2011, to file license appliof Anchor Bank in Apple cations. Valley, were the top votegetters in a field of 10 Andrew Miller is at andrew. candidates. miller@ecm-inc.com. Apple Valley Review/from 2A

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Dakota County 2010: Politics, murder, money County Sheriff race most contentious in recent history by Laura Adelmann THISWEEK NEWSPAPERS

The surprise early retirement of Dakota County Sheriff Don Gudmundson in February set off a contentious election race for his successor that continued until ballots were counted. In September 2009, Gudmundson announced that after 16 years in office, he would not seek re-election. But in a surprise action, Gudmundson resigned his position in Februaryâ&#x20AC;&#x161; 10 months early, citing family reasons. He recommended Chief Deputy Dave Bellows as the next Dakota County sheriff, and asked Dakota County commissioners to appoint Bellows as interim sheriff to fulfill his term. Commissioners followed through with Gudmundsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommendation, an action Bellowsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; opponent, Apple Valley Sgt. Mitch Scott, vehemently opposed. Scott instead advocated for an open process to fill the position.

In a press release, Scott described commissioners as â&#x20AC;&#x153;kingmakersâ&#x20AC;? for appointing Bellows as sheriff. Commissioners said a selection process would take months to complete, and negatively affect the already short-staffed department. Six weeks after announcing his retirement, Gudmundson surprised county officials again by applying for, and then being selected as, interim sheriff of Steele County. Scott said the action boosted his complaint that Gudmundson retired to make his friend Bellows sheriff, a charge Gudmundson repeatedly denied. Throughout the campaign, Scott raised issues about Bellows and operations within the sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s department. In September, Scott said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d discovered that Bellows had purchased the domain name mitchscottforsheriff.com months before Scott announced his candidacy for sheriff. Scott said Bellowsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; behavior lacked the kind of

integrity and ethics that are necessary in law enforcement. Bellows said he did buy the name as a way of determining if Scott was going to run or not, but that he regretted the purchase. Throughout the campaign, Bellows called on Scott to focus on qualifications as he had in his campaign. Bellows emphasized his three decades of police service in Lakeville and the sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s department and public safety issues. Scott raised other issues, and was critical when it was later revealed the department had inadvertently violated federal labor laws when it changed workersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; schedules in 2007. County Attorney James Backstrom said the county was working with the U.S. Department of Labor to rectify the situation. Ultimately, Bellows was elected sheriff, winning 54.26 percent of ballots cast, garnering 67,377 votes, while Scott earned 56,216 votes, earning 45.27 percent of votes cast.

Censured judge After sailing through the August primary election, First District incumbent Judge Timothy Blakely was roundly defeated in Novemberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s general election. The turnaround was likely because the public became more aware of the fact that the Minnesota Supreme Court had publicly reprimanded Blakely for using his position to refer clients to his personal divorce attorney to get a $64,000 discount on his legal bill. In the August primary, Blakely had led his two challengers, attorneys Larry Clark and Steven Allan Baker, with 38 percent of votes cast. Both challengers had emphasized restoring honor to the judicial seat, and after earning 32 percent of ballots cast in the primary, Clark went on to win election night with a 58.91 percent take of the vote. Blakely lost, earning 6,063 votes, 40.86 percent of ballots cast in the race. See County Review, 12A

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RECORDS CLERK POSITION

The City of Elko New Market is accepting applications for a part-time Records Clerk in the Police Department. The position will be responsible for clerical duties (such as data entry, filing, maintaining police and emergency management records), telephone and special projects. Must have phone/computer skills. Starting salary range is $13.70 to $14.86 per hour. City application required. For a copy of the application materials, visit the city web site at: www.ci.enm.mn.us or contact the City of Elko New Market at 952-461-2777. Submit completed application to the City of Elko New Market, Attn: Sandra Green, 601 Main Street, P.O. Box 99, Elko New Market, MN 55020. Completed application packet must be received by 4:30 p.m., January 18, 2011.

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The City of Elko New Market is accepting applications for a full-time public works maintenance worker in the Public Works Department. The position will be responsible for assisting in the maintenance of public rights-of-way, parks, facilities and grounds. The position will also be responsible for assisting with the maintenance of the municipal water and wastewater systems. Minimum qualifications include high school diploma or equivalent, experience in operation of heavy equipment, valid Minnesota Class B commercial driver's license and ability to obtain any employer required endorsements, ability to obtain Class D Water License within 12 months of employment, ability to obtain Class D Wastewater License within 12 months of employment. Preferred qualifications include valid Class D Water License and Class D Wastewater License. Starting salary range is $18.60 to $20.18 per hour. City application required. For a copy of the application materials visit the city website at www.ci.enm.mn.us or contact the City of Elko New Market at (952) 461-2777. Submit completed application to the City of Elko New Market, 601 Main Street P.O. Box 99 Elko New Market, MN 55020. Completed application packet must be received by 4:30 p.m., January 24, 2011.

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THISWEEK December 31, 2010

Apple Valley

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF APPLE VALLEY

Sen. Chris Gerlach, RApple Valley, has been elected whip of the state Senate Republican cau- Chris cus. Gerlach â&#x20AC;&#x153;Chris is a natural mentor to new members, and his knowledge of the process is a great asset,â&#x20AC;? said Senate Majority Leader-elect Amy Koch, R-Buffalo. The role of the whip is to communicate with caucus members, take vote counts, and perform other tasks. Gerlach is also an assistant majority leader and will be the chairman of the Commerce and Consumer Protection Budget and Policy Committee when the legislative session convenes in January.

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CITY OF APPLE VALLEY ORDINANCE NO. 908 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF APPLE VALLEY, MINNESOTA, AMENDING THE FEE SCHEDULE APPENDIX OF TITLE III OF THE CITY CODE AND BY ADJUSTING FEES AND CHARGES FOR VARIOUS PERMITS AND SERVICES IN THE CITY The following is the official summary of Ordinance No. 908 approved by the City Council of Apple Valley on December 21, 2010. The Apple Valley City Code is amended by deleting, adding, and adjusting certain descriptions and fees and charges for cemetery fees, City fees and materials, consultant services, building inspections and permits, various licenses and permits, and utility fees, all effective January 2, 2011. A printed copy of the ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours in the office of the City Clerk at the Apple Valley Municipal Center, 7100 147th Street W., Apple Valley, Minnesota 55124. 2462564 12/31/10

CITY OF APPLE VALLEY ORDINANCE NO. 909 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF APPLE VALLEY, MINNESOTA, AMENDING CHAPTER 150 OF THE CITY CODE ENTITLED â&#x20AC;&#x153;BUILDINGS; CONSTRUCTIONâ&#x20AC;? BY ADDING SECTION 150.06 REGULATING ELECTRICAL PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS The following is the official summary of Ordinance No. 909 approved by the City Council of Apple Valley on December 21, 2010. Chapter 150 of the City Code regulating buildings and construction was amended by adding a section requiring electrical permits and inspections for electrical work; establishing the application and fees therefor; and establishing the position of Electrical Inspector. A printed copy of the ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours at the office of the City Clerk at the Apple Valley Municipal Center, 7100 147th Street West, Apple Valley, MN 55124. 2462603 12/31/10

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 13, 2011, at the office of the City Clerk, City of Apple Valley, 7100 147th Street West, Apple Valley, Minnesota 55124 at which time they will be publicly opened and read, for the purpose of securing a contractor to provide: 2011 - 2012 MOWING AND TRIMMING MAINTENANCE SERVICES ON CITY PROPERTIES Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified check, cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check or a bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the gross bid, made payable to the City of Apple Valley, which shall be forfeited to the City in the event the bidder fails to deliver the services. The City Council reserves the right to retain the deposits of the bidders for a period not to exceed 60 days after the date and time set for the opening of bids. No bids may be withdrawn for a period of 30 days after the date and time set for the opening of bids. Specifications and proposal forms may be obtained from the Parks and Recreation Department at 14603 Hayes Road, Apple Valley, Minnesota 55124. Direct inquiries to Parks Maintenance Superintendent Tom Adamini at 952-953-2420. The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and further reserves the right to award the contract to the best interests of the City. Dated this 9th day of December 2010. Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk 2450268 12/17/10, 12/31/10

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ORDINANCE NO. 907 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF APPLE VALLEY, MINNESOTA, AMENDING TITLE III, ENTITLED â&#x20AC;&#x153;ADMINISTRATION,â&#x20AC;? CHAPTER 35 REGARDING CITY POLICIES, BY AMENDING SECTION 35.27 REGARDING LICENSE/PERMIT FEES The City Council of Apple Valley ordains: S e c t i o n 1. A p p l e V a l l e y C i t y C o d e , Chapter 35, is hereby amended by changing Section 35.27 to read as follows: Â§ 35.27 FEES. Except as otherwise stated in this Code, the fees for the various licenses, permits, services and functions rendered shall be as set forth in an appendix to this chapter. All application and investigation fees for any license or permit, in addition to any annual license fee of $100 or less when no application or investigation fee is paid, shall be non-refundable. Section 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage and publication. PASSED this 21st day of December, 2010. Mary Hamann-Roland, Mayor ATTEST: Pamela J. Gackstetter, City Clerk 2462518 12/31/10

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Apple Valley Seniors The following activities have been planned by the Apple Valley Seniors. All activities are at Hayes Community and Senior Center (14601 Hayes Road), except as otherwise noted. For more information, call (952) 953-2345. Monday, Jan. 3: General

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Membership meeting, 10 a.m.; SR meeting, 11 a.m.; bridge, 12:45 p.m.; pool, 1 p.m.; Happy Stitchers, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4: Quilting bees, 9 a.m.; Education and Service Committee meeting, 9:15 a.m.; â&#x20AC;&#x153;hand and footâ&#x20AC;? card playing, 1 p.m.; Tuesday

Painters, 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5: Morning stretch, 10 a.m.; Velvet Tones practice, 10 a.m.; First Edition Book Club, 1 p.m.; dominoes, 1 p.m.; mah jongg, 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6: Computer Help 101, 9:30 a.m.; dupli-

cate bridge, 12:30 p.m.; 500, 1 p.m.; pool, 1 p.m.; hardanger, 1 p.m.; recreated cards, 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7: Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breakfast (pre-registration required), 9 a.m.; morning stretch, 10 a.m.; members only bingo, 1 p.m.

meal in a relaxed and fun environment. Although the meals are free, donations are accepted. Grace Lutheran Church is located at the intersection of Pennock Avenue and County Road 42. For more information, call the church at (952) 432-7273.

Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, will host Northwestern Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Institute, an opportunity to experience college-level Bible teaching and to earn a diploma, continuing education units, and college credits, tuition-free.

has openings for the 2010-11 school year. The program is for children ages 2 to 5. Class time is 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, contact Susan at (952) 985-7354 or susan.mitsch@sotv.org. The first course, Old Testament, will be held on Mondays from 6 to 10 p.m., Jan. 10 through April 4. For information, call (651) 286-7466 or e-mail nbisouthoftheriver@nwc. edu.

Religion Community meals at Grace Lutheran Grace Lutheran Church in Apple Valley will serve free community meals on Mondays, Jan. 3, 10 and 24. Dining hall doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be served from 6 to 6:30 p.m. The meals are for senior citizens, single-parent families, families in transition and all others in the surrounding community seeking a healthy County Review/from 8A Backstrom, who ran unopposed and was re-elected in November, was one of many local officials who had endorsed Clark in the race.

Murder plot In September, a convicted felon was charged with contracting for the murders of Dakota County Attorney Backstrom and Judge Rex Stacey. John Stephen Woodward, 47, also was charged with contracting the assault of a witness who testified against him. Woodward, who is also Backstromâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s former neighbor, was serving almost eight years in prison on methamphetamine charges when he allegedly tried to pay another inmate, scheduled to be released in December, to murder Backstrom and Stacey, who presided over Woodwardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2007 drug conviction. Woodward was charged with two counts of conspiracy to commit premeditated firstdegree murder and one count of conspiracy to commit first-

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degree assault, according to a Rice County complaint filed Sept. 29. Woodward is currently being held in the Oak Park Heights prison.

Emergency director After an extensive search, Diane Lind is expected to be named executive director of the Dakota Communications Center in January, said Rosemount Mayor Bill Droste, a member of the DCC Board of Directors. Droste said the board voted to extend Lindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contract at its Dec. 16 meeting, and is expected to give final approval to the contract at a special meeting Jan. 20. Lindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nomination is the only agenda item the board is then expecting to review, according to Droste. In 2010, the DCC conducted a search to replace Kent Therkelsen, who resigned as director in June and has since started a private consulting business. Therkelsen said the next director would be responsible for overseeing the DCCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Friday Mornings Out The Friday Mornings Out program at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, move into next-generation 911, which will focus on improving system operations as more people use wireless phones to make emergency calls. Ten other candidates were considered for the position, and Lind was one of three finalists considered for the position. Droste said Lind, who was a communications supervisor with the Burnsville Police Department before becoming the DCCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first operations director when it opened in 2007, has a lot of experience and is familiar with Dakota County. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She knows the territory, she has management experience; she is highly qualified,â&#x20AC;? Droste said.

Roads and money

rapid transit, a shoulder-running express and station-tostation bus service. Utility relocation began in 2010, and beginning in 2011 roads will be widened. The project, funded through dozens of sources on the federal, state and local level, has taken years of planning and cost millions. To fund transit, in 2010, the county raised the Regional Rail levy by 38 percent, which will increase taxes on a median-value home of $206,100 by $2.35 per year, going from $5.69 per year to $8.04 annually. The funds would help pay for continued transit improvements along Cedar Avenue and the Robert Street corridor. The countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2011 $307.5 million budget includes a levy of $129.4 million, an increase of 0.8 percent from 2010. To cover state funding losses, the county cut its budget by 16.6 percent, and eliminated 60 positions, 17 of which were filled.

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Wes and Jean Nelson of Apple Valley have trained their dog, Lucy, to pull their grandchildren in a sled in the winter and a wagon in the summer. Jean, who cares for five grandchildren, regularly has Lucy carry children or backpacks to school using gear modified by Wes. Jean is pictured with two of their grandkids, Monica and Brett Fredricks, the 7-yearold twin children of her daughter, Julie Fredricks of Farmington. The Nelsons adopted four-year-old Lucy from Last Hope, a no-kill animal shelter for abandoned pets based in Farmington. Julie said her parents have always tried to get dogs to pull children in sleds, but Lucy does the best job.

Either through negotiations or quick-take condemnation, about 160 parcels along Cedar Avenue became part of the biggest transportation project in county history. In early 2010, Dakota County commissioners approved using the land for con- Laura Adelmann is at laura. struction of Cedar Avenue bus adelmann@ecm-inc.com.

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com/eaganarthouse or call at (651) 686-9134. Soy candle making classes held weekly in Eagan near 55 and Yankee Doodle. Call Jamie at (651) 315-4849 for dates and times. $10 per person. Presented by Making Scents in Minnesota. Country line dance classes held for intermediates Mondays 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Rambling River Center, 325 Oak St., Farmington. Cost is $5 per class. Call Marilyn at (651) 463-7833. Beginner country line dance classes on Wednesdays, 5:307:30 p.m., at the Lakeville VFW, 8790 Upper 208th St. $5/class. Call Marilyn (651) 463-7833. Country line dance classes on Wednesdays at the Lakeville Senior Center, 20732 Holt Ave. Beginners, 9-10 a.m.; Intermediate, 10 a.m.-noon. $5/class Call Marilyn (651) 463-7833. The Lakeville Area Arts Center offers arts classes for all ages. For class and registration information, visit www.lakevillemn.gov or call the Arts Center office at (952) 985-4640.

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able at ticketmaster.com. Information: (952) 895-4685. Classes/workshops Dan Petrov Art Studio in Burnsville offers oil painting classes for beginners, intermediate and advanced skill level painters. Register online at www. danpetrovart.com or call (763) 843-2734. Teens Express Yourself with Paint, 5 to 7 p.m. Mondays, winter/spring and summer at Brushworks School of Art in Burnsville. Register online at www.BrushworksSchoolofArt.com or call (651) 214-4732. Join other 55-plus adults at the Eagan Art House to create beaded jewelry. The Jewelry Club meets on the third Friday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. Class fee is $3 per person and includes all supplies. Bring any old jewelry you would like to re-make. The Eagan Art House is located at 3981 Lexington Ave. S. For more information, call (651) 686-9134. The Eagan Art House offers classes for ages 4 through adult. For class and registration information, visit www.cityofeagan.

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Power Plant, 9:30 p.m., Neisenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sports Bar and Grill, Comedy Joe Lovitt with special guest 4851 W. 123rd St., Savage, David Johnson at 8:30 p.m. Good for Gary, 9:30 p.m., (952) 846-4513. Mark Mraz, 9 p.m. to 12:30 Friday, Jan. 7, and 8 and 10:30 Bogartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nightclub, 14917 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley, (952) a.m., Rudyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Redeye Grill, p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, at the Min20800 Kenrick Ave., Lakeville, neHAHA Comedy Club, 251 W. 432-1515. Burnsville Parkway, Burnsville Pop Rocks (front) and (952) 469-0711. (lower level of Carboneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s), (612) Touched (back), special 860-9388, www.minnehahacomguest Jaded, 9:30 p.m., Neisedyclub.com. Tickets are $12.50 enâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sports Bar and Grill, 4851 Brat Pack Radio, Bogartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (early show) and $9 (late show). W. 123rd St., Savage, (952) Nightclub, 14917 Garrett Ave., On deck for Jan. 14-15: Cathy 846-4513. Ladman and Ron Lamprect. New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve Bash, Apple Valley, (952) 432-1515. Space Needle, 9:30 p.m., Theater Babeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Music Bar, 20685 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Antigoneâ&#x20AC;? presented by EnHolyoke Ave., Lakeville, (952) Neisenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sports Bar and Grill, 4851 W. 123rd St., Savage, vision Academy of the Arts at 7 469-5200. p.m. Jan. 13-14 at the Black Box GB Leighton, 9:30 p.m., (952) 846-4513. Audio Circus, Babeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mu- Theatre at Burnsville Performing McKrackenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, 3120 W. Highway 13, Burnsville, (952) sic Bar, 20685 Holyoke Ave., Arts Center. Tickets are $8 for Lakeville, (952) 469-5200. adults and $5 for students; avail277-0197. Ken Wanovich, 9 p.m. able at ticketmaster.com. InforDJ Diesel with special guest, Primetime Sports Bar to 12:30 a.m., Rudyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Red- mation: (952) 895-4685. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Peter Panâ&#x20AC;? presented by the & Grill, 14103 Irving Ave. S., eye Grill, 20800 Kenrick Ave., Lakeville, (952) 469-0711. Burnsville Civic Light Opera Jan. Burnsville, (952) 435-6111. Poor Cousin John, 8-11 21-23 on the main stage at BurnsDave Hudson, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Rudyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Redeye p.m., The Ugly Mug Coffee, ville Performing Arts Center. TickGrill, 20800 Kenrick Ave., Bar and Grill, 18450 Pilot Knob ets are $25/$15 adults, $20/$15 Road, Farmington, (651) 463- seniors, $15/$15 students; availLakeville, (952) 469-0711. Ben Aaron, 8 p.m., The 6844. Ugly Mug Coffee, Bar and Grill, Additional Calendars can be 18450 Pilot Knob Road, Farm-

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