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Pedal power Former Bloomington City Councilmember Steve Elkins, the current Metropolitan Council District 5 representative, leads Bloomington Mayor Gene Winstead as they bicycle west on 86th Street July 28 during the mayor’s bike ride to highlight recently improved bikeways in the city. About 30 people joined Winstead for the 6.5-mile bike ride.

BY MIKE HANKS • SUN NEWSPAPERS It’s a light ballot, but Bloomington voters are being asked to head to the polls next week to narrow down the field for two city races. Voters have three choices for mayor and atlarge Bloomington City Council member, but only two of the candidates in each race will appear on the November ballot. Polls open 7 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9. Mayor Gene Winstead has two challengers in the primary election while three candidates are vying for the at-large seat being vacated by Councilmember Amy Grady.

Mayoral election Fred “Red” Alan, 56, is self-employed, the owner of a lawn care and snow removal business. He has lived in Bloomington more than 45 years. Alan has several proposals he would spearhead as mayor, from increasing tourism as a means to lowering property taxes to instituting a tax break for homeowners making capital improvements to their home. One of his proposals for increasing tourism in Bloomington is stocking lakes with fish and hosting a fishing tournament, he said.

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Matthew Smith, 10, of Bloomington tees off at the first hole of the Inside 9 par-3 course at Hyland Greens in Bloomington on July 27. Smith, a participant in the Bloomington Athletic Association’s golf program, will be playing on the Outside 9 course next year because the Inside 9 course will close after this season, the Bloomington City Council decided last week. (Photo by Mike Hanks • Sun Newspapers)

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Bloomington will eliminate Inside 9 at Hyland Greens Short course will meet its demise this fall BY MIKE HANKS • SUN NEWSPAPERS There was just too much red at Hyland Greens. Bloomington will eliminate its shorter par-3 golf course at Hyland Greens this fall as part of a plan to expand its practice facilities and end the deficit spending that has plagued the property for a decade. The Bloomington City Council approved the plan unanimously during its July 25 meeting. The plan is aimed at reducing operating costs by eliminating the Inside 9 par-3 course and developing a larger driving range and practice facility in its place. Additional tee boxes will be added ahead of the exiting boxes on the longer Outside 9 par-3 course to allow for play by those who favor the short course at Hyland. The plan was deemed a necessity due to declining revenue generated by the Inside 9 during past decade. Although the decision was unanimous, it wasn’t without a degree of remorse. Councilmember Tom Hulting was the most vocal opponent of the proposal. He

called the Inside 9 a gem, a buzzword opponents of the plan were quick to adopt. “I think it’s a community asset,” he said, suggesting that if more residents knew the course was being considered for elimination there would be more objection to the proposal. Sentimentality aside, the council agreed that the economic decline of the enterprise warranted approval of the Hyland Greens plan. “The financial case is compelling,” Mayor Gene Winstead said. Councilmember Vern Wilcox concurred. “You can’t deny the economics of the situation,” he said. Since 2000, when the Inside 9 generated $146,200 in user fees, revenue from the short course has decreased. The course generated $124,800 in 2008 following a fee increase, but managed just $111,500 last season at $11 per round, according to Rick Sitek, the city’s 23-year golf manager, who oversees the operation of the city’s Dwan Golf Course as well as Hyland Greens. Revenue at Hyland Greens hasn’t exceeded its operating costs since 2000, and in recent years the deficit has been offset by annual profits from Dwan or revenue from a capital fund for golf course projects, Sitek GOLF: TO PAGE 21

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Golfers playing the Inside 9 par-3 course at Hyland Greens of Bloomington begin by playing the 99-yard first hole. The course’s short distances have limited its appeal to youth and senior golfers in recent years. As a result the course will be eliminated after this season. The longer Outside 9 par-3 course will remain. (Photo by Mike Hanks • Sun Newspapers)

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The name the woman gave police was unknown to proprietors of the coin business, and the name did not match any of the names on an old employee roster Bloomington police had from an unrelated case. The real name of the suspect was on that list, however, and Bloomington police had arrested him for burglary in 2004, Stehlik explained.

probable cause burglary. Cameras, jewelry and DVDs were among the items reported missing by the homeowner, and missing bags from a bedroom of the house were similar to the bags the passerby reported the suspect carrying to his van. Entry into the residence appeared to have been through a broken kitchen window, Stehlik noted. A search of the suspect’s residence did not yield anything matching the items reported missing. The man was released pending a formal complaint, Stehlik said.

The Facebook profile contained a picture that matched a current photo of the man arrested in 2004, and his apartment address matched the intersection where the Brooklyn Park woman said he lived, according to Stehlik. The suspect was scheduled to meet with a probation officer July 25, at which time he was arrested by Bloomington police for

A known scrap metal thief was arrested in connection with the disappearance of a roof-mounted air-conditioning unit. The 23-year-old Maplewood man was arrested July 23 after a patrol officer observed the suspect’s vehicle at a Bloomington pawnshop, Stehlik said. The July 20 air conditioner theft from Legacy Companies, 8850 Wentworth Ave S., appeared to be targeting scrap metal. Investigators checked with area police departments for leads and were directed toward the Maplewood man. A check of the residence by police that same day found two men – a 51-year-old St. Paul man and a 45-year-old man with no permanent address – attempting to dismantle the air conditioner, which was atop a trailer that was identified as stolen in Bloomington, according to Stehlik. It was determined that the Maplewood man fled his residence as police arrived. He was arrested three days later when a COPS: TO PAGE 7

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This is the summer of our discontent U.S. has no trouble saying ‘compromise,’ has issues implementing the concept The summer of 1967 was known as the summer of love. Summer 2011 should be titled ‘the summer of no compromise.’ The symphony that is the United States is reaching a crescendo of disagreement. And it couldn’t come at a worst possible time as the federal government is faced with the task of solving the nation’s budgetary issues. Our elected officials have been charged with the sacred duty of making difficult decisions on behalf of their constituents. However, most politicians seem more worried about the next round of elections than getting anything constructive done. Republicans will not budge on taxes, while Democrats refuse to cut spending, all with the underhanded intentions of getting reelected. These politicians must compromise or be ready to take responsibility for the calamitous consequences of not reaching a debt ceiling solu-

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tion. A message to our legislators needs to be sent. Sometimes taxes need to be raised to increase revenue and sometimes spending must be cut to reduce debt. It is simple, commonsense logic. The point is: Get it done. The solution may not be perfect, but in this instance doing anything may be better than doing nothing at all. This inability to compromise is a disease that is reaching epidemic status and it doesn’t discriminate. Unfortunately, the epidemic hasn’t been quarantined within the halls of the U.S. Capitol Building; it has infected state government as well. Minnesotans have seen its symptoms first hand in the form of an embarrassing, 20-

day government shutdown. The good news is a cure exists. There is always a way to show your dissatisfaction. Get to the polls and boot out the politicians who put their selfinterest before the state’s. As if it wasn’t bad enough that the ability to compromise seems to have disappeared from our government, the epidemic is leaking into our sport institutions as well. The NFL lockout lasted nearly 5 months and now the NBA season is at risk thanks to another lockout, all because millionaire players and billionaire owners can’t compromise on who gets what slice of the financial pie. Once again, there is a way to fight back if you feel strongly enough. Don’t buy the tickets. Don’t buy the jerseys. Don’t buy the idea that bickering is acceptable in any institution. This lack of compromise is disheartening, to say the least, especially when considering that if it were not for compromise the United States may not

exist at all. Our Founding Fathers — men like Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and Alexander Hamilton — compromised on much more difficult issues, such as how our government would be structured and what would be included in our constitution. Madison and Hamilton favored a large centralized government, while Jefferson passionately argued in favor of small government (sound familiar?). Nevertheless, these men reached a middle ground, a compromise that included a combination of both ideas, leading to the creation of the U.S. as we know it. It is time for our politicians and institutional leaders to take a page out of founder’s book. Webster’s dictionary defines compromise as a settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions. Somebody please hand out some dictionaries.

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church and experienced business leader is running for Bloomington City Council member at large. Lehmann will bring that business perspective as well as a sense of fairness to the city council. He will work to keep property taxes to a minimum, (in line with your current property values). He will apply cost saving measures to any new project and believes there are multiple solutions to any problem.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Lechtenberg will be fiscally responsible To the editor: We are writing in support of Scott Lechtenberg in his campaign for the Bloomington City Council at-large position. We have known Scott and his family for several years. Scott is experienced in providing leadership as part of a team through his years of service on the Bethany Academy School

Board in Bloomington. He has demonstrated his commitment to making Bloomington a better place through his service to the local Boy Scouts of America, the Bloomington Athletic Association and his local church. I know Scott would represent us with integrity on the city council and work to advance a fiscally responsible and conservative agenda. We would encourage you to join us in voting for Scott Lechtenberg for the Bloomington City Council at-large position on

Lehmann offers business experience To the editor: We are fortunate that Mike Lehmann, 31-year resident of Bloomington, a graduate of the University of Minnesota, an active member of St. Michael’s

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Cops FROM PAGE 4 patrol officer noticed a vehicle matching the description of the suspect’s known vehicle at a pawnshop. A check of the vehicle’s registration determined it belonged to an older man with the same last name. The officer watched as a man matching the suspect’s description entered the vehicle and drove away. The officer conducted a traffic stop and arrested the man, Stehlik said. All three suspects have been released pending charges, he noted.

Trespassing arrests A 41-year-old man with no permanent address wants to be sent home to Somalia, and was arrested twice in five days trying to prove it. He was arrested July 22 outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement office, 2901 Metro Drive. Police were contacted because the man had been raising his voice inside the office and refused to leave. He said he wanted to be sent back to Somalia or be taken to jail. He was eventually escorted outside the office and served with a trespassing citation, which he refused to accept, saying “take me to jail or shoot me,” according to Stehlik.

His second arrest was July 26 at Dollar Zone, 9805 Nicollet Ave. S., where he had previously been issued a trespassing citation. The man told police he had court documents showing he was allowed to return to the store, where he wanted to complete a financial transaction. His court order, however, said he was only allowed to visit the Dollar Zone or ICE office with a police escort, Stehlik said.

Equipment theft A 29-year-old South St. Paul man said he made a big mistake when questioned about missing landscaping equipment from his former employer. The man was arrested July 25 after it was determined he was responsible for the theft of commercial landscaping equipment, including a lawn mower, trimmer and blower, as well as a trailer. The items were taken from an unsecured Bloomington warehouse, Stehlik said. The suspect had recently been terminated by his employer. The business owner, upon discovering the theft July 25, checked the man’s South St. Paul residence for any sign of his equipment. He saw the missing lawn mower in the man’s garage and the trailer had been abandoned down the man’s alleyway, Stehlik explained. Charges against the man, who has no criminal history, are pending.

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The election season is underway and voters are being asked to join in the process next week. Bloomington will have a primary election for two city council races on the fall ballot. Three candidates are vying for the mayor and an at-large city council member seat. The top two candidates will advance to November’s general election. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9. The city has 32 precincts to accommodate voters. Voters must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old, a Minnesota resident for at least 20 days on Election Day and properly registered. Registration is available at each

Election FROM PAGE 1 He proposes a seven-year tax break for homeowners performing capital improvements, as he sees them as longterm benefits to the city. He doesn’t think a homeowner should be penalized for making a home improvement, he explained. He also favors property tax breaks for seniors who homestead in Bloomington. Alan does not have a campaign website. Hans Anderson, 67, is an electrical engineer with experience as a sales manager and in electrical engineering design. He has lived in Bloomington 40 years. Anderson says changes to Bloomington governance are sorely needed and he wants to be part of the solution. The city has too many expenditures

precinct with an authorized proof of residence, such as a valid Minnesota driver’s license, learner’s permit or receipt of either with a current address located in the precinct. A valid Minnesota identification card or receipt or a registered voter in the precinct who can vouch for your residency are also acceptable proofs of residency. Residents with a photo identification that contains an old address may register in their new precinct by presenting a recent utility bill, rent statement or student fee statement showing the new address. Information about voting and election procedures, including a precinct locator, is available online at xr.com/election. Information is also that are the result of something somebody wanted, not something the city needed, according to Anderson. Having things beyond the city’s basic needs is acceptable, but the there’s a point where the wants exceed the ability to support them, he explained. He is also concerned about the size of city government, saying that the annual average salary and benefits of city employees is about $8,000 greater than any of Bloomington’s immediate neighbors. The city’s ratio of residents to employees is also the lowest of any neighboring city. He is concerned that the city is overpaying and overstaffed, he explained. Anderson’s website is citizensforhans.com. Winstead, 60, is a downtown Minneapolis restaurant owner. He has lived in Bloomington 39 years. Winstead is completing his 12th year as mayor, having been appointed to the city council five years prior. He enjoys working on the variety of

available by calling the city at 952-5638729. The general election is Nov. 8 and includes Bloomington School District elections as well as two additional city races, a two-candidate race for the District 3 seat and an uncontested race for the District 4 seat. Three seats on the Bloomington Board of Education are up for election in November. The filing period for those seats opened Aug. 2. Filings will be accepted at the Educational Services Center, 1350 W. 106th St., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday through Aug. 16. The filing fee is $2. Information about school district elections is available by calling Jennifer Hazel, deputy clerk for the school board election, at 952-681-6421. issues that the city faces, such as redevelopment of both commercial districts and maturing neighborhoods and attracting new businesses, and in turn jobs, to the city. Winstead works with community organizations to promote the city as a destination for business development, he explained. Winstead doesn’t think it is fruitful to compare the city’s economic performance to other cities, but does acknowledge it is a basis for comparison. He cites the city’s favorable comparison to other Hennepin County cities as evidence that the city is well run and fiscally responsible, as residents pay less for city services than elsewhere in the county, he said. Winstead’s website is winsteadformayor.com.

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FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Tim Busse, 46, is the communications director for university services at the University of Minnesota. He is a sevenyear Bloomington resident and was appointed to the council in April to fill the vacant District 3 seat. Busse is interested in shaping the future of Bloomington, from issues that affect the backyards of residents to projects that have a significant impact upon the city, such as the Mall of America expansion. His website is busseforbloomington .com. Scott Lechtenberg, 46, is an engineering manager who has lived in Bloomington 16 years. Lechtenberg wants to prioritize the city’s core functions of police, fire, water, sewer, streets and parks and ensure that spending is under control. He wants to reverse the trend of increasing property taxes and decreasing home values through his business experience working with budgets and limited resources, he explained. As other segments of society have been forced to limit spending, so should city government, he added. His website is scottforcitycouncil .com. Mike Lehmann, 60, is a facility development manager for a large wholesale business. He is a 31-year resident. Lehmann said his goal as mayor is to keep Bloomington affordable, accountable and accessible. To achieve that goal requires ensuring tax dollars are spent wisely and city hall is accommodating to those who seek information, such as detailed financial information, which can be difficult to obtain, he explained. His website is lehmannforcouncil .com. The general election is Nov. 8, which will include Bloomington School District elections as well as city races. The filing period for school board seats opened earlier this week.

SUN-CURRENT STAFF REPORT Law enforcement officials with the Dakota County Sheriff ’s Office and the Burnsville Police Department are investigating the death of a woman found floating in Crystal Lake on the morning of July 31. The woman has been identified as Jocelyn Renee Brengman, 24, of Bloomington. According to Dakota County Sheriff Dave Bellows, at approximately 5:30 a.m. Sunday morning, fishermen dis-

covered the victim in the water near the boat landing located on Crystal Lake Road on the northwest portion of the lake. While foul play is not considered a factor at this time, the investigation continues into the circumstances leading up to the discovery of the victim in Crystal Lake. An autopsy will be performed by the Dakota County Medical Examiner’s Office Aug. 1.

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Harvey A. Andruss, Jr. Harvey A. Andruss, Jr., 80 died in Millersburg, PA, July 14. Preceded in death by his parents Dr. and Mrs. Harvey A. Andruss of Bloomsburg, Pa and his first wife Mary Ann Andruss. Survived by his wife Penny, 2 children Kimberly Quinlan (John) and Harvey A. Andruss, III, (Nyla). 3 step children, Lynne McCreary, Craig Crittenden and Elizabeth Wisniski. Grandchildren Jack and Brad Quinlan, Lauren and Blake Andruss, Step grandchildren Lee Ann and Pam Wisniski, Sara and Andrew Crittenden, Dean, Dennis and Jay Bermudez. Step Great Grandchild Celeste. Harvey attended Mercesburg Academy, Bloomsburg State and graduated from Yale University in 1954. In between he enlisted in the Army, 1949-1950 and was in the Army Reserve as a 1st Lt. for 12 years. He started his career with commercial ceilings with Armstrong for 9 years. Then became contracting Vice President of St. Paul Linoleum and Carpet and subsidiary Armcom Distributing for a total of 28 years. He and his wife retired to Port Wing, Wisconsin and opened a gift shop in their log home. Later he moved to Millersburg, Pa. He was active in the Bloomington Variance Board and Planning Commission for a total of 17 years and was chairman of both bodies. Also involved in the Bloomington Republican party. Other organizations involved with: Illuminating Engineering Society, American Society of Professional Estimaters, Minneapolis/St. Paul Chapter of Construction Specifications Institute, Sons of the American Revolution, MN Society of the War of 1812, Life Member of American Legion, Loyal Order of Moose and Lions Club all of Millersburg, PA. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorial Service Friday, August 5 at 11:30am. Visitation starting at 10:00 am. All at: Washburn - McReavy Werness Brothers Chapel 2300 W. Old Shakopee Road 952-884-8145 In lieu of flowers donations to Multiple Sclerosis Society.

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HIGH SCHOOL REUNIONS The following class reunions have been scheduled for this year: Armstrong High School • All 1970s – 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Friday, Aug. 5, Metropolitan Ballroom, 5418 Wayzata Blvd., Golden Valley. Info: armstrong70s_reunion@hotmail.com or 763300-4742 (Jeff Schuh). Bloomington High School • 1956 – Noon, Saturday, Aug. 13, Moir Park, Bloomington. Info: vober123@frontiernet.net. Bloomington Jefferson High School • 1986 – 7 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 9, Neisen’s Sports Bar and Grill, 4851 W. 123rd St., Savage. • 1991 – Saturday, Aug. 20, Westin Edina Galleria, 3201 Galleria, Edina. Info: 763-5570177. • 2001 – 6:30-10:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, Clubhouse Jaeger, 923 Washington Ave. N., Minneapolis. Info: agroebner@gmail.com. Bloomington Kennedy High School • 1981 – 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, Poor Richard’s Commonhouse, 8301 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington. Info: po4go2@gmail.com or xr.com/kennedy81. Bloomington Lincoln High School • 1976 – 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13, Minnesota Valley Country Club, 6300 Auto Club Road, Bloomington. Info: xr.com/lincoln76. Burnsville High School • 1957-1964 – 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, Savage American Legion, 4850 W. 124th St. Info: 952-470-4452 (Lorraine Scott). Edina High School • 1986 – 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, Edina Country Club, 5100 Wooddale Ave. Info: edina-class-of-86.com. Hopkins Lindbergh High School • 1981 – Saturday, Aug. 6, Bayview Event Center, 687 Excelsior Blvd., Excelsior. Info: hopkinslindbergh30th.com. Lakeville High School • 1986 –5:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, Legends Golf Course, 8670 Credit River Blvd., Prior Lake. Info: slkondes@yahoo.com. Minneapolis Edison High School • 1971 – 6:30 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Oct. 22, Columbia Park Manor, 3300 Central Ave. NE, Minneapolis. Info: xr.com/edison71. Minneapolis Marshall High School • 1948 – Noon, Wednesday, Sept. 21, Jax Cafe, 1928 University Ave. N.E., Minneapolis. Info: 763-571-5212. Minneapolis North High School • 1951 – 11 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 17, Edinburgh U.S.A., 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park. Info: jakbohn@embarqmail.com or 763-4934333. • 1961 – Friday, Aug. 19, and Saturday, Aug. 20, Doubletree Park Place Hotel, 1500

Park Place Blvd., St. Louis Park. Info: frisc007@tc.umn.edu. Minneapolis Roosevelt High School • 1951 – Thursday, Sept. 15, Minnesota Valley Country Club, Minnesota Valley Country Club, 6300 Auto Club Road, Bloomington. Info: 952-888-1970 or ronwriter@aol.com. • 1966 – Saturday, Aug. 27, Knights of Columbus, 1114 American Blvd., Bloomington. Info: tomhalf@hotmail.com or gkattleman@comcast.net. • 1976 – 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 17, Ramada Inn Mall of America, 2300 American Blvd. E., Bloomington. Info: xr.com/roosevelt76. Minneapolis West High School • 1971 – 7 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Aug. 13, Medina Country Club, 400 Evergreen Road, Medina Osseo High School • 1971 – 7 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Sept. 24, Osseo American Legion, 260 4th Ave. SE, Osseo. Info: kb65_99@q.com. Richfield High School • 1981 – 7 p.m. to midnight, Saturday, Aug. 13, Embassy Suites airport location. Info: xr.com/RHS81 or karilars@yahoo.com. • 1991 – 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, Richfield American Legion, 6501 Portland Ave S. Info: richfield1991.com. • 1996 – 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 20, 3849 Gallagher Drive, Edina. Info: richfieldhs1996@yahoo.com. Robbinsdale High School • 1959 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13, French Regional Park, Skyview Picnic Area, Plymouth. Info: 651-452-1037 (Paul Carlson). • 1966 – Friday, Aug. 19, and Saturday, Aug. 20. Info: robins66reunion.com or 763391-6653 (Jim Nachtsheim). • 1976 – Saturday, Oct. 15, Medina Entertainment Center, 500 Highway 55, Medina. Info: 763-424-4385 or xr.com/rhs76. Robbinsdale Cooper High School • 1986 – 6 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 27, Crystal VFW, 5222 Bass Lake Road, Crystal. Info: robbinsdalecooper1986.com. St. Louis Park High School • 1951 – 5:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 12, and 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13. Info: 952-545-8972 or kingsley@amapsplus.com (Kingsley Ondich). • 1956 – 5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 16, Lord Fletcher’s, 3746 Sunset Drive, Spring Park. • 1961 – Thursday, Aug. 25. Info: slp61.com. • 1969 (60th birthday party) – 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, Park Tavern, 3401 Louisiana Ave. S., St. Louis Park. Info: DTroup3781@aol.com (David Troup). To add a reunion to this list, e-mail jhuizenga@acnpapers.com, fax 763-4247388 or call 763-424-7364.

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COMMUNITY NOTES Parkinson’s support group set for Aug. 10 A Parkinson’s disease support group meeting will be held 1:30-2:45 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 10, at Prairie Adult Care, located in the Victory Lutheran Church, 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie. The support group is for persons with Parkinson’s disease or related neurological disorders, their caregivers or both. Meetings focus on current research and treatment, tips for managing daily activities of living, and psychological coping skills. On Aug. 10, Anne Tate, speech and language pathologist, will present tips for managing speech and swallowing disorders. The discussion group is facilitated by physical therapists from Prairie Adult Care and the American Parkinson’s Disease Association. Free respite care is available with advance reservation in the licensed day center, Prairie Adult Care, for care receivers who do not choose to partici-

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Lutheran preschool to host open houses St. Michael’s Lutheran Preschool will host open houses this month. The school has openings for children who will be 3 or 4 years old by Aug. 31. Parents are invited to bring children to either open house, 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, and Tuesday, Aug. 30, at the school, 9201 Normandale Blvd. Info: 952-831-5276, ext. 2025 (Eunice).

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Hennepin, Dakota county mayors get behind the wheel for food shelves BY PAUL GROESSEL • SUN NEWSPAPERS New Hope Mayor Kathi Hemken gunned it around the racetrack. She did pretty well since it was her first time hopping into a door-less stockcar, a la “The Dukes of Hazard.” She and other mayors from Hennepin and Dakota county cities are going to face off at Shakopee’s Raceway Park track in September to help raise money for area food shelves. On Thursday, July 28, after laying down a little friendly smack talk to other mayors for a commercial to promote the upcoming “Race for Hunger Mayors Cup,” Hemken took a stockcar out for a spin on the track. So, how’d her test spin go? “Fabulous. You really do have to pay attention,” Hemken said. “It’s not like driving on the streets of New Hope.” Although the list of participants hasn’t been confirmed for the “Race for Hunger Mayors Cup,” event organizer Denny Barlau said around 20 mayors and city representatives could take part in the races. The event has been scheduled Sept. 9 at Raceway Park, 1 Checkered Flag Blvd.,

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Topping it off At left, Emily Chmelik, 7, of Faribault reaches for sausage to put on her gluten-free pizza July 27 during the inaugural gluten-free day camp in Bloomington. The three-day gathering, organized by the Celiac Center of Minnesota, featured games, guest speakers and classes for children on a gluten-free diet and their siblings, who are often subjected to the same gluten-free foods in their home. Above, Christopher McLaughlin, 9, of Burnsville rolls gluten-free dough as he begins the pizza-making process. (Photos by Mike Hanks • Sun Newspapers)

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Golf FROM PAGE 3 explained. Residents who lobbied for maintaining the Inside 9 and suggested ideas to increase revenue for the short course did not sway Wilcox. “Everybody here is looking for some magic,” Wilcox said. “I don’t think there’s any magic that is going to resurrect it,” he added. Complicating elimination of the Inside 9 was the fact that the course is used steadily each summer for the Bloomington Athletic Association’s youth program in July and August. During other times of the golf season, however, activity upon the course is sparse, according to Sitek. By adding tee boxes to shorten the Outside 9 course for young players and reserving afternoon tee times for the athletic association’s program, BAA Director Virg Senescall told the council that the plan “will accommodate a vast majority of the kids.” Although the Inside 9 is being eliminated, the course is not being bulldozed or otherwise cleared away, Sitek explained following the meeting. Most of the trees, fairways and greens of the course will remain, but “we may mow

them once a week rather than every day,” he said. “It won’t be an open field.” The driving range at Hyland Greens will move from along Normandale Boulevard to the center of the property. The move would increase the number of driving stations from 12 to 36 and allow golfers to practice on a grass surface rather than rubber mats that are used to protect the ground in the netted, enclosed driving stations. The expansion, including facilities for practicing other skills, should attract players who otherwise bypass Hyland Greens for practice facilities elsewhere, according to Sitek. The Inside 9 course is scheduled to remain open through the remainder of the season, Sitek said. When the BAA season is complete, however, development of the practice facility will begin, which may necessitate closing of one hole. If that occurs the course fee will be reduced from $11, he noted. The course was originally a private enterprise before being purchased by the city more than four decades ago. The original plan for the property had been to develop the practice facility in the center of the property, but the city developed the shorter Inside 9 course instead, Sitek explained. Information about the course is available online at xr.com/hyland.

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basement family room can also be as easy as painting the paneling. I’m Paul Moore from Rightway Painting Solutions. I’ve been in the painting business for over 20 years. Being a former Shop Teacher, I have a good background in finishing and wood replacement. We do both residential and commercial painting. We do work for several Town Home Associations, Nursing Homes and Residential Properties. We give our customers great value by being able to not just paint. We replace or repair wood, repair and reglaze older windows and reside areas that need replacement. We also repair decks and re stain decks. On the inside we repair walls, remove wallpaper, enamel wood work and paint paneling. We offer a 2 year labor warrantee on our labor, provide references and we would be happy to give you a free estimate. For all of your painting needs give us a call at 612-8392239.

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NESS – HAWS David and Judy Ness of Eden Prairie, MN are happy to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter Jenna Ness to Matt Haws of Fergus Falls, MN, son of Tom Haws and Arlyn and Kris Nelson. Jenna is a graduate of Eden Prairie High School and the University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS. Matt is a graduate of Fergus Falls High School and St. John s University, St. Joseph, MN. The wedding will take place October 8, 2011 at Wooddale Church Edina, in Edina, MN.

KUHAR – VAN HAVERMAET Frank and Cindy Kuhar of Plymouth, MN are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter Melissa Lynn Kuhar to Matthew Paul VanHavermaet, son of Paul and Michelle VanHavermaet of Buffalo, MN. Melissa is a graduate of St. Cloud State University and is a 1st grade teacher in the Orono School District. Matt is a graduate of Dunwoody College of Technology and is an electrician with City View Electric. An August 2011 wedding is planned in Maple Grove. Matt and Melissa will make their home in Monticello Township.

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MOULTON – GALLARO Michael and Janet Moulton of Hopkins, MN are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Rebecca, to John Gallaro, son of John and Christine Gallaro of Merrick, New York. Rebecca graduated from Hopkins High School in 2003. John graduated from Regis High School in New York, New York in 2003. Rebecca and John met while attending the College of Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts where they both graduated in 2007. Rebecca went on to receive her Juris Doctorate Cum Laude from Hofstra University School of Law in Hempstead, New York in May 2010 and passed the New York State Bar Examination in November 2010. She is employed at a law firm in Melville (Long Island) New York. John is employed at an information technology software company in New York, New York. The couple was engaged in August of 2010 and are planning a Fall 2011 wedding in New York.

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Nicole Beery and Kyle Benson of Bloomington announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Nicole is the daughter of Dave and Amy Beery of Bloomington. Nicole is a 2007 graduate of Jefferson High School and a graduate of the Aveda Institute of Minneapolis. She is currently employed by the Bloomington School district. Nicole is also working on obtaining her managers license in Cosmetology. Kyle is the son of Lawrence Benson of Bloomington, and Kathleen Benson of Bloomington. Kyle is also a 2007 graduate of Jefferson High School and a graduate of Hennepin Technical College in HVAC. Kyle is currently employed by ABM in Minneapolis. An August 20, 2011 wedding is planned in Minneapolis, MN. Nicole and Kyle, along with their new puppy, Riley, have recently purchased their home and will reside in Bloomington.

Melissa Bohlig and Patrick Reichert of Fargo, ND announce their wedding. Parents of the couple are Mary and Jeffrey Bohlig of Edina, MN, and Pamela and Thomas Reichert of Dickinson, ND. Bohlig graduated in 2001 from Edina High School and received her Bachelor of Arts in Art History from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2005. She is employed by Flint Communications, Fargo, ND and specializes in media relations. Reichert graduated in 1998 from Dickinson Trinity and received his Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Saint John s University in Collegeville, MN. He is employed by Precision Lens, Bloomington, MN, as a sales consultant. A July 30 wedding is planned at The Church of St. Edward followed by a reception at The Depot in Minneapolis, MN. The couple will make their home in Fargo.

25 Year Class Reunion The Edina High School Class of 1986 will be holding its 25 Year Reunion at the Edina Country Club, located at 5100 Wooddale Avenue, on August 27th from 7pm to 1am. Tickets are available online at: www.edina-class-of-86.com. Price of tickets is $45 before August 15. Ticket price is $50 after August 15, or at the door. Information also available on facebook under Edina High School Class of 1986, 25 year reunion. DJ Jake Rudh will provide the night’s entertainment. Jake was voted “Best DJ in the Twin Cities” by Metro Magazine 10 years running. Ticket includes appetizers and dessert. Cash bar is provided.

DEADLINE FOR LET IT BE KNOWN IS THURSDAYS 5:00 PM To request your order form call 952-392-6800

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Normandale Hylands United Methodist Church Summer Schedule Sunday Mornings 8:00 a.m. On the Lawn 10:00 a.m. In the Church Saturday Chapel Service at 5:00 p.m. Holy Communion at all Services 76th St. at Newton Ave. Richfield, MN 612·866·8449 woodlakechurch.org

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BANDITS PLACE SECOND The Bloomington Bandits town team placed second in the Riverview League baseball standings with a 12-2 record. The Minnetonka Millers won the title with a 13-1 mark.

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BY GREG KLEVEN • SUN NEWSPAPERS A Bloomington men’s slowpitch softball squad lived up to its name during the past two Firemen’s/Virg Ellrich Memorial tournaments. Bloomington Glory Days never won more than one game in the Firemen’s tournament in its first nine appearances. But Glory Days, composed of former Jefferson, Kennedy and Holy Angels athletes, turned things around last summer, winning the men’s Tier III title. Bloomington Glory Days repeated as champion during the 160-team Firemen’s tourney July 14-17 at Valley View Park in Bloomington. Glory Days was 6-0 in the doubleelimination tourney and won its first four games by 10 runs or more. Former Jefferson football quarterback Tom Hilden (Class of 1999) was named the men’s Tier III Most Valuable Player. “We were terrible for many years before turning it around last season,” said player/manager Matt Mellberg. “We play in the Wednesday Night League at Dred Scott. “We have a good time and have a lot of talented former Jefferson, Kennedy and Holy Angels athletes. All of us graduated from high school between 1995 and 2001. “The guys really came through during this year’s 14-9 extra-inning championship win over the Jack Daniels team from Eden Prairie.” Other Glory Days team members are Andy Groebner, Tim Miller, Liam Biever, Eric Lien, Matt Duncan, Tyler Zilka, Kyle Stark, David Konrad, John Konrad, Kelly Kranz, Mike Christopher and Adam Brett. Glory Days assistant coaches are Kevin Safarz, Mark Carr and Nellie Smith. Glory Days opened the tournament with a 19-5 five-inning win over CA Gear/Paddywagons/CFX. Then the Bloomington team crushed Celts Pub

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The Bloomington Jefferson graduate scored one goal as Valley United Cosmos defeated Sweden’s Rudbeckianska in the finals of the Under-19 boys Puma flight at the Schwan’s USA Cup soccer tournament July 23. Valley United is an Apple Valley-based team. Rindels was a freshman men’s club player at the University of Minnesota last fall.

Tally Erickson The 2011 Bloomington Kennedy graduate was a member of the Wayzata Rage soccer team that won the U18-19 girls flight at the USA Cup tournament July 23 at the National Sports Center in Blaine. Erickson, a defender, scored the winning goal in the quarterfinals. She earned five soccer letters at Kennedy. Erickson will continue her soccer career this fall at Swarthmore College in Philadelphia.

Alex Jerve Jerve, a 20-year-old from Bloomington, placed first in the men’s 20-30 age group at the Holy Family Fire 5K Run July 16 in Victoria. Jerve completed the course in 19 minutes, 32 seconds. Liam Biever of Bloomington Glory Days displays his swing during the Firemen’s softball tournament July 14-17 at Valley View Park in Bloomington. Biever and his Glory Days teammates won the men’s Tier III title for the second consecutive year. (Photo courtesy of www.mattvollumphotography.com) 18-4 in five innings. Kranz hit a walk-off three-run homer as Glory Days defeated Parsley Builders 17-6 in six innings during third-round action. In the quarterfinals, Glory Days beat Clown Punchers 27-11 in five innings and defeated Jack Daniels 11-3 in the semifinals, setting up a rematch with the Eden Prairie team in the finals. Bloomington Glory had a 23-11 record after the Firemen’s tourney. The team placed fourth in the Shakopee Lions tournament and is considering entering one more tournament in late August or September. Glory Days pitcher Zilka said he is excited that his team moving up to the Tier II bracket in next year’s Firemen’s tourney. “After our success the past two years in the tournament, we are looking forward to the tougher competition we’ll

play in Tier II next year,” said Zilka. Hilden, an outfielder, said he knew his team could contend for the title again this year. “Last year, it was a huge surprise when we won it since we had done terrible at Firemen’s in the past,” said the ex-Jaguar. “This year it seemed to be at least mentally easier since we knew we could win it. “Our Bloomington players have an appreciation for the history of the Firemen’s tournament and that makes us play better.” Duncan has another reason for his team’s success in the Firemen’s event. “I think we may get overlooked sometimes because we don’t look like a typical softball team,” said Duncan. “We all wear scrubby gym or cargo shorts and joke around. We are out to have fun.” And Glory Days is now having fun at the expense of opposing teams.

Lewis Marshall The Bloomington golfer recorded a hole in one on the 135-yard third hole at Ridges at Sand Creek. Marshall used a 3-iron to shoot his ace.

Nick Schubert Schubert batted .455 for the Bloomington Blue American Legion baseball squad this summer. He will be a senior at Jefferson High School in the fall.

Josh Gist Gist has been one of the top pitchers for the Bloomington Bandits men’s amateur baseball team. He was 6-0 with a 2.80 earned-run average late in the regular season. Editor’s note: Send nominations for Stars of the Week honors to sports editor Greg Kleven at gkleven@acnpapers.com. Youth, high school, college and adult recreational sports athletes will be considered.

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SHORTS Jefferson swim meeting

Dance team fundraiser

The Jefferson High School girls swimming and diving team will conduct its season kickoff meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, in the school’s cafeteria. At the meeting, the team will meet the new coaches, get the season schedule, sign up for social functions and order suits and team apparel. For more information, visit www.jhsgirlsswimdive.com or call Gaye at 612-9650601 or MerLynne at 612-327-5076.

The Bloomington Kolleens dance team is holding a “Whopper and Wash” car wash fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 23, and Friday, Aug. 5, at the Burger King restaurant at 98th Street and Nicollet Avenue in Bloomington. Tickets are $5 and include a car wash and hamburger from Burger King. Information: 952-854-5245 (Nancy Jost).

Jefferson FB Golf Classic The 11th annual Jefferson Football Golf Classic is Friday, Aug. 5, at Dwan Golf Course in Bloomington. Golfers should report to the course by 12:30 p.m. for a shotgun start. Cost is $80 and includes golf, cart and dinner at Embassy Suites, 2800 American Blvd. W., Bloomington. Download registration information from bitly.com/JeffFB-Golf.

New Kennedy VB coach Kevin Nelson has been named Kennedy High School’s head volleyball coach. Nelson served as the Eagles’ head coach a few years ago before coaching the Kennedy ninthgrade team. Nelson is a health teacher and technology expert at Kennedy.

Jefferson CC car wash The Jefferson High School boys and girls cross country teams will hold a car wash fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday,

Aug. 6, in the school’s parking lot. Tickets are $5. Proceeds from the event support the Jefferson cross country program.

Kennedy girls soccer Kennedy girls soccer captains practices will be conducted 8 to 10 a.m. Monday through Thursday. Final captains practice is Thursday, Aug. 11. Players should meet at the soccer fields on the north side of the school. Coaches tryouts begin Monday, Aug. 15. There will be a joint girls and boys soccer picnic at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, at Moir Park.

Kennedy CC practices Kennedy boys and girls cross country registrations are being accepted. Registration materials are available from the Kennedy athletic office and should be turned in prior to the first practice.

Kennedy head coach Josh Coval will direct practices from 8 to 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 15, through Thursday, Aug. 25. Kennedy’s first meet is Friday, Sept. 2, at Rosemount.

Jefferson girls tennis Jefferson girls tennis captains’ practices are 9-11 a.m. Aug. 8, 10 and 12 at Jefferson High School courts. These practices are open to players of all skill levels. Official high school team tryouts are 9-11 a.m. and noon-2 p.m. Aug. 15-19 at Jefferson.

Kennedy swim drills Kennedy girls swimming captains’ practices begin Tuesday, Aug. 9. Eagle swimmers should meet at the school’s front entrance at 3 p.m. and then go as a group to Kelly Park until 5. There will be a joint picnic with the boys swimming team at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, at Moir Park. Info: jfkswimanddive.com.

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Photographer: Scot Gore BLAZE - Bantam girls (7th-9th grade) tournament champions. Season record of 20-7-3, 2nd place finish. Playing a terrific final game against the #1 seed (Journey), winning on a sweet double-play, final score of 12-11! Pictured front row (l to r): Coach Gerrit Groen, Dani D, Casey G, Sophie G, Mary H. Middle row (l to r): Coach Jeff Groen, Helena S, Amira A, Brianna A, Anne N, Gina B, Coach Keith Holley. Back row (l to r): Steph F, Caroline J, Megan A. Not pictured: Maya G.

SOFTBALL CHAMPS!!

BLOOMINGTON BULLETS

Team picture of Bloomington United U15 Girls team, Bullets, at their last league game against South St. Paul in July.

BYSC is accepting registrations for Fall Kickers and United Juniors recreational soccer programs for preKindergarten through sixth graders, and Fall United Traveling. Register at www.bysc.org, or call 952-926-2844.

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LEGAL NOTICES City of Bloomington NOTICE OF CITY OF BLOOMINGTON POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY The city of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission, or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Bloomington services, programs, and activities. The city has designated coordinators to facilitate compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as required by Section 35.107 of the U.S. Department of Justice regulations, and to coordinate compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as mandated by Section 8.53 of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulations. For more information contact the Human Services Division, City of Bloomington, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, Minnesota 55431, telephone: 563-8700; TDD: 563-8740.

City of Bloomington (Official Publication) INVITATION FOR BIDS CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA Sealed bids will be received at the office of the City Engineer, 1700 W 98th St, Bloomington, MN 55431, up to the time of bid opening, for construction of the: 2011-801 Alpha Business Center Demolition 1-4 Which consists of: 1. Approximately 93,000 Square feet of building removal - including regulated waste, 2. Approximately 8 Sanitary and water service disconnections, 3. Approximately 16,500 Square yards of bituminous removal, 4. Approximately 3,500 Cubic yards of imported topsoil, 5. Approximately 32,274 Square yards of subgrade preparation, and 6. Approximately 7 Acres of seeding and mulching. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the South Conference Room at 1700 W 98th St at: 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 23, 2011. Plans, Specifications, and Proposal forms are on file and are available from the office of the City Engineer, 1700 West 98th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431, upon non-refundable deposit of a $75. Project documents are also available at the City web site www.ci.bloomington.mn.us, Keyword “Construction Bidding” The complete set of digital bidding documents are available for downloading at no cost using the City e-gram site. Users will need to contact the City at (952) 563-4870 or engineering@ci.bloomington.mn.us for assistance in user account setup. No bids will be considered unless sealed, labeled as a bid for the project, and filed with the City Engineer of Bloomington and accompanied by Bid Security, in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders (to be forfeited as liquidated damages in the event the bid be accepted and the bidder shall fail to enter promptly into a

written contract and furnish the required bonds). The Contractor is responsible for the delivery of the bid to the office of the City Engineer. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids, to waive informalities, to award the contract in whole or in part, and to award to the bidder the City determines is in the City’s best interest. The City of Bloomington hereby notifies all bidders that businesses owned and controlled by minorities or women will be afforded maximum feasible opportunity to submit bids and/or proposals and will not be subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, handicap, public assistance, marital or national origin. The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Bloomington services, programs and activities. Upon request, the City will attempt to accommodate special needs for this information.

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City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that at the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bloomington to be held on Monday, August 15, 2011, at 7:15 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, the City Council of the City of Bloomington will hold a public hearing to consider an Ordinance Creating The Misdemeanor Crime of Social Host Thereby Amending Chapter 12 of the City Code to prohibit hosting a gathering where persons under 21 years of age consume alcohol. /s/ Thomas P. Ferber City Clerk (Aug. 4, 2011) D3-SocialHost

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City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF APPLICATIONS Applications will be accepted by the City of Bloomington until 4:30 p.m. Thursday, August 11, 2011 for the following position: PLANNING MANAGER (Promotional Only Within Community Development Department) Starting Salary Range: $100,000 per year, D.O.Q.

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PORT AUTHORITY ADMINISTRATOR (Promotional Only Within City) Starting Salary Range: $100,000 per year, D.O.Q.

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City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that at the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Bloomington to be held on Monday, August 15, 2011, at 7:15 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, the City Council of the City of Bloomington will hold a public hearing to consider an Ordinance Changing the City’s hearing officer medation process to allow hearings to be conducted by an Administrative Law Judge through the Minnesota Office of Administrative Hearings Thereby Amending Chapter 1 of the City Code to allow hearings to be held before and administrative law judge in the case of civil fines, fees and assessments.

(Official Publication) NOTICE OF HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Bloomington City Council will meet in the City Council Chambers, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., on Monday, August 15, 2011, at 7:15 p.m., to hold a public hearing to consider approval of a temporary amendment to an on-sale intoxicating liquor license, as follows: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar 9601 Lyndale Ave. S This request is in conjunction with Bloomington Heritage Days, an event planned for September 17, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to midnight. The proposed event will include a beer garden, outdoor music, and other attractions. A section of Garfield Avenue South has also been requested to be closed for the event. This notice is published pursuant to Bloomington City Code. Janet K. Lewis City Clerk (Aug. 4, 2011) D3-Applebees

City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Bloomington City Council will meet in the City Council Chambers, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., on Monday, August 15, 2011, at 7:15 pm, to hold a public hearing to consider approval of a new therapeutic massage enterprise license, as follows: Tria Orthopaedic Center, LLC dba Tria Orthopaedic Center 8100 Northland Dr. This notice is published pursuant to Bloomington City Code. Janet K. Lewis City Clerk (Aug. 4, 2011) D3-TriaOrthopaedic

City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF APPLICATION Applications will be accepted by the City of Bloomington until 4:30 p.m. Friday, August 26, 2011 for the following posi-

tion: DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Starting Salary Range: $115,000 $120,000 annually DOQ, plus excellent benefits Applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, or by calling (952) 563-8710. Kent T. Michaelson Director of Human Resources (Aug. 4, 2011) D3-HRDirector

City of Bloomington (Official Publication) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING By City Council CASE FILE: 10783A-11 APPLICANT: Lesa Driscoll VIP Grooming Salon dba All Kinds Clipped PROPERTY ADDRESS: 10337 Xerxes Avenue PURPOSE: Review application to change conditions of approval for an existing conditional use permit for a home business (dog grooming) to allow two non-resident employees and to allow operation on Saturdays DATE AND TIME OF HEARING: Monday, August 15, 2011 7:15 p.m. PLACE OF HEARING: City Council Chambers Bloomington Civic Plaza 1800 West Old Shakopee Road HOW TO PARTICIPATE: 1. Submit a letter to the address below expressing your views; and/or 2. Attend the hearing and give testimony about the proposal; and/or 3. Email: planning@ci.bloomington.mn.us Please include case file number when corresponding FURTHER INFORMATION: Galen Doyle, Planner Planning Division Bloomington Civic Plaza 1800 West Old Shakopee Road Bloomington, MN 55431-3027 (952) 563-8924 Email: gdoyle@ci.bloomington.mn.us (Aug. 4, 2011) D3-AllKindsClipped

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Certificate of Assumed Name (Official Publication) MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: NewForce Legal State the address of the principal place of business. 8300 Norman Center Drive, Suite 530, Bloomington, MN 55437 List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. Commercial Law Group PLLC, 8300 Norman Center Dr., Suite 530, Bloomington, MN 55437 I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. FILED: June 10, 2011 /s/ Rick Hauser, Chief Manager (July 28 & Aug. 4, 2011) D3-NewForceLegal

4317 98th St. W., Bloomington, MN 55437 List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. Adam Larson, 4317 98th St. W., Bloomington, MN 55437 I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. FILED: July 15, 2011 /s/ Adam Larson, Sole Proprietor (July 28 & Aug. 4, 2011) D3-Brains&

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952-941-5431 10917 Valley View Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Attn: Classified

IN PERSON: Visit the Eden Prairie office to place your Classified ad, make a payment, or pick up your Garage Sale Kit.

Additional Lines $10.00 Ads will also appear on www.mnSun.com each Wednesday by 9:00 a.m.

$50

• 3 lines, 4 weeks, All zones • Additional lines: $7.00 • Private party only

MERCHANDISE MOVER $44 • 3 lines, 4 weeks, All zones • Additional lines: $7.00 • Merchandise $151.00 or more

price must be in ad, you must call every fourth week to renew. Private party ads only. • Includes mnsun.com website • Maximum of 13 weeks

Friday, Monday, and Call-ins: $7.00 per ad, 1 week, 1 zone One ad per customer per week. Additional zones are $7.00. Three line maximum. Price must be in ad.

Social Clubs & Events

Professional Services

1505

Selling or Buying Gold & Silver

2040

Blacktop & Sealcoating

100% Guaranteed Asphalt/Sealcoating/Concrete Driveways. Call 952-451-3792

2040

Blacktop & Sealcoating

100% Guaranteed

30+ Years Experience Asphalt Paving & Sealcoat Quality Work W/Warranty

Building & Remodeling

The Asphalt Company

danielsonhomeservices.com

Sealcoating & Asphalt Repair

Baths-Basements-Drywall Frame-Tile Lic 20444019 Ron 612-720-6525

Resid/Comm Paving, Crack Fill, Patching, Excavation.

763-670-0260 15Yrs Exp Asphalt/Sealcoating/Concrete Driveways. Call 952-451-3792

We gladly accept VISA, American Express, Mastercard, personal checks, and cash.

2050

theasphaltcompanymn.com

2050

Building & Remodeling

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

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

Holmlund & Sons 3rd Gen. Remodeling/Additions Deck/Kitchs/Bath/Windows

Lic # 8454 612-386-6393

LSC Constuction Svcs, Inc 952-890-2403 / 612-363-2218

2050

Building & Remodeling

Gold, Silver & Platinum, Jewelry & Sterling Flatware, Costume Jewelry, Stamps, All US Coins & Currency

THE MOST CASH PAID! Licensed & Exp'd

H & H Blacktopping

612-861-6009

Mickelson's Asphalt

Driveways Repairs & Sealcoating. 952-890-9461

Call Jayme 612-490-4785

BUYING

2070

Cabinetry & Counters

Cabinet Refinishing Like New! Reasonable $$ Hinge Work & Painting. Expert/23Yrs 952-451-1600

KITCHEN RENAISSANCE 25+ Yrs Exp. Owner/Oper

CAPSTONE BROS.

WANTED

Business Services

CAPSTONE BROS. CONTRACTING, INC

Blacktop & Sealcoating

Call today for your FREE Inspection!

Driveways or Parking lots. Licensed / Bonded / Insured www.alpineasphalt.com 612-706-8018 Free Ests

www.capstonebros.com

Blacktop, Inc. Driveways & Parking Lots Free Estimates 952-447-5733

Picture Your Beautiful, New Driveway • Commercial • Parking Lots • Private Roadways • Residential • Commercial Sealcoating & Stripping • Industrial

Repair • Resurface • Replacement Serving the Entire Metro Area

952-882-8888

Paving & Sealcoating

Radloff & Weber

Residential • Commercial

200 OFF

Any job over $2000

100 OFF

Any job over $1000 Present coupon after you receive your bid. Not valid with any other offer or discount.

Family Owned & Operated for Over 40 Years All Work Guaranteed*

952-496-3977 • 952-445-5215 www.jbtblacktopping.com

763-586-0701

2100

2050

Building & Remodeling

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

**A CONCRETE** PRESSURE LIFTING “THE MUDJACKERS” Don't Replace it Raise it! Save $$$ Walks- StepsPatios- Drives -Gar. FloorsAprons- Bsmnts- Caulking Ins/Bond 952-898-2987

Building & Remodeling

ARTHUR THEYSON CONSTRUCTION WORK GUARANTEED

Family Owned & Operated Lic. #20609967

2050

TheysonConstruction.com

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

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

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

TWIN CITIES Concrete Reas.-Fast Friendly BBB

Tear-out -Replacements-

952-898-4444 Retain walls- Steps-Walks,

kitchenrenaissance.com

• Roofing • Siding •INC Windows CONTRACTING,

US Coins, Currency Proofs , Mint Sets, Collections, Gold, Estates & Jewelery Will Travel. 26 yrs exp Cash! Dick 612-986-2566

Carpet & Vinyl

0%Hassles 100%Satisfaction Home Remodeling/ All Carpet & Vinyl Services Renovation 20+ yrs Ref's & owner on the Restretch Repair Replace www.allcarpetmn.com Job Site! Rob 612- 578-4897

Refacing, new cabs/counters

BUYING

2090

1000-1090 1500-1590 2000-2700 2700-2760 3700-3840

SERVICES & POLICIES

10917 Valley View Road 952-392-6888

1500

2040

• 3 lines, Runs for 13 weeks, choose 2 zones • Additional lines: $7.00 • For one item priced under $2500,

FREE CLASSIFIEDS: One Item for Sale, $100 or Less. Mail or FAX in only Tues. - Thurs. HOW TO PAY

• Announcements • Professional Services • Business Services • Education • Merchandise & Leisure Time • Animals • Family Care • Employment • Rentals • Real Estate • Automotive

13 WEEK RUN!

$44

EDEN PRAIRIE

Bloomington Eagles #3208 Rooms available For Meetings, Parties, Banquets. We also invite non-profit groups to use our meeting rooms free of charge. Now offering internet access. Please call 952-854-3044

2000

INDEX

TRANSPORTATION

• 3 line ad • 2 week run • FREE Garage Sale Kit* • Metro Wide Coverage – 318,554 homes • Rain Insurance – we will re-run your ad up to two weeks FREE if your sale is rained out.

*Garage Sale Kits can be picked up at the Eden Prairie office.

LOCATION

1090

BUSINESS SERVICES

952-392-6888

TO PLACE YOUR AD

BY PHONE: BY FAX: BY MAIL:

•

Drives- Drain tile- Bsmnt floors - Stamped & Colored 763-229-4508

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

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

Need a Job? See Class 9100

3 Generations of Concrete Expertise • Garage Slabs • Epoxy Floors • Driveways • Walks • Blockwork LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED • LIC # L303-50172 • Footings • Steps INSTALLATION & REPAIR • Patios SERVING ENTIRE METRO • Overlays

• Wall Repairs • Pavers • Stamped • Colored • Exposed • Decorative • Corefills • Aprons

952-854-0630 • 612-824-8135 www.gjgardnercrete.com

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

952-894-6226 / 612-239-3181

FREE ESTIMATES Insured, Bonded & Licensed No. 20011251

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

17+ Years

Zick’s Concrete Solutions, L.L.C. Exp I know your Todd Zick (41yr Blmgtn Resident)

952-465-2227

problems... We’re neighbors!

Specializing In Residential Concrete #1 in Well Pit Steps Patios • Sidewalks • Driveways Exposed Aggregate • Bobcat Work Free Estimates • References • Fully Ins. • Bonded BLOOMINGTON READER’S CHOICE AWARD WINNER!

(952) 431- 9970

Bloomington Sun-Current – Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011 – www.minnlocal.com

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

2110

Chimney & FP Cleaning

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

londonairechimney service.com

952.835.0393 apietigconcrete.com

Free Estimates

*Architectural Concrete Work

* Driveways * Patios * Sidewalks * Steps *Aprons * Pool Decks * Floating Slabs * * Floors *

Call 651-246-7662

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

952-473-5291 or 920-2395 Cell 612-207-6704 ALL CONCRETE WORK High Quality Reasonable Free Est 612-384-6900

ANY CONCRETE Decorative/Stamped/Driv es/Steps/Walks & Addnts Bormann Construction 612-310-3283 Block/Bsmnts/Additions/ Floors/Walks/Drives/Patios /Camp fire pit's/ Expose colored or stamped Mn lic #0004327 30 yrs exp Call Fritz @ F & B Const

952-445-6604 Steps, Walks, Drives, Patios Chimney Repair. No job to Sm. Lic/Bond/Ins

John 952-882-0775 Lowell Russell Concrete From the Unique to the Ordinary Specializing in drives, patios & imprinted colored & stained concrete. Int acid stained floors & counter tops. www.staincrete.com 952-461-3710 info@staincrete.com

Tuckpointing/Brick Rpr Free Est. Insured Tim Arlt....952-937-6961

The The Original Original

Since 1949 The Origina

JNH Electric 612-743-7922

Bonded Insured Free Ests Resid, Comm & Service. Old/New Const, Remodels Serv Upgrades. Lic#CA06197 Lew Electric: Resid & Comm. Service, Service Upgrades, Remodels. Old or New Constr. Free Ests. Bonded/Insured Lic#CA05011 612-801-5364

TEAM ELECTRIC

www.jddeckcreations.com

2210

Pool/Hot Tub Surrounds 612-418-3677 Lic 20490464

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

2140

Doors & Windows

A.L.J. 612-986-3476

Doors Windows Egress New Installs Free Ests. 20+ Years Lic #20631172 Locally owned & operated! www.egresswindowguy.com 763-544-2775 Mark Johnson Lic.(20396184) Bond/Ins'd

2150

Draperies & Window Trmnts

Custom Drapes, Blinds, Upholstery, Bedspreads, 35 yrs. Lake's 952-447-4655

Drywall

2170

Excel Drywall, LLC For All Your Drywall Needs. Free Est. No Job Too Small 30 yrs exp. Ins. 612-382-8980 30 yrs exp. Ins. Edina. Check my lower prices. Rock, text., tape & skim-coat. Free est.

Fencing

Built-Rite Fence Company Chain Link, Color Vinyl, All Styles of Wood, Iron 30+ Yrs of Proven Reliability Call For Free Est 952-934-4899 D.W. FENCE Chainlink, wood, vinyl.- Over 40 yrs exp. Free Est. Ed 763-786-4691

2230

Flooring & Tile

#1 in Hardwood Refinishing

SANDMAN IS BEST! sandmanjohansson.com low$$

A+ Angie's List 952-474-4355

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

Call 952-451-1037 952-994-4303 George Elite Repair & Tile Regrout, Tile, Painting, Etc. We Do it All • Lowest Rates Above All Hardwood Floors Installation•Sanding•Finishing “We Now Install Carpet, Tile & Vinyl.” Call 952-440-WOOD (9663)

Desperately Need Work! Ceramic & Marble

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

Dan 651-235-7997

Escobar Hardwood Floors & Ceramic Tile Work, llc

PINNACLE DRYWALL *Hang *Tape *Texture*Sand Quality Guar. Ins. 612-644-1879

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

Electric Repairs

2180

612-501-1093

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

2100

Cement, Masonry, Waterproofing

• •

• LICENSED Driveways • Buckling Walls (MN • Garage Slabs • Foundation Repair • Walks • Aprons • Retaining Walls • Steps • Patios • Drain Tile

(MN# 20215366) •

BONDED • INSURED

Family Owned 612-824-2769 952-929-3224 Family Owned & Operated

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

Jon Dimich Deck Creations

Decks 3 & 4 Season Porches

We Specialize In:

LICENSED

Electric Repairs

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

QUALITY SERVICE • Since • 1949

The

The Origina

ALL-WAYS DECKS Decks, Porches - Free Est. SUMMER IS HERE! Enjoy the outdoors! allwaysdecksinc.com Jeff 651-636-6051 Mike 763786-5475 Lic # 20003805

Alliance Drywall

CONCRETE & MASONARY

Origina The rigina

Decks

2130

2180

Free Estimates

952-292-2349 SANDING – REFINISHING Roy's Sanding Service Since 1951 CALL 952-888-9070

In the Community, With the Community, For the Community Furniture Repair

2250

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

Garage Door

2260

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

952-451-3792

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

Concrete Dumpster Service Carpentry Baths & Tile Fencing Windows Gutters Water/Fire Damage Doors Lic•Bond•Ins Visa Accepted 25+ Years Handyman Work REMODELING & REPAIRS Basement Finish Work Free Estimates

Call Don @ 952-890-4792

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

No job too small!!

651-457-7776 Gutters

2270

763-546-PANE (7263)

GUTTER-WINDOW

Cleaning Since 1990 Cover's & Screening Jim@JimPane.com 952-220-8820

GUTTER Cleaning/Screening Ins/25 yrs Sen. Discount A.L.J. 20+ yrs 612-986-3476 Gutters Cleaning Siding Leaf Covers New Install Roofing Doors Windows Lic #20631172 Free Est. Locally Owned & Operated

2280

Hauling

**First

Impressions **

A-1 Work Ray's Handyman Quality Work @ Competitive Prices! Free Estimates.

2310

Housecleaning

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

CLEAN AND SHINE Thorough, rel. cleaning. 14 yrs exp. Outstanding ref's. Dawn or Brett 952-657-5577 HOME SPARKLERS Reliable Fussy Reasonable 20+ yrs, Ref/Ins 612-869-3661

Ray 612-281-7077

THE CLEAN TEAM

AP HANDYMAN, LLC

Making homes shine since 1994. Honest, Reliable, Detailed. Rena: 763-545-8035

Repair/ Remodel/ Build Insured. License #20626270

Randy 612-309-5396 Craftsman Inspired Design

Custom Cabs-Water Damage Drywall-Painting-Complete Tile Service. 952-607-7413

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

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

swisstoneconstruction services.com

2320

Insulation & Weatherproofing

Energy Focus Insulation Attic, Walls, Vents, Ice Dam Control. 35 yrs Exp/Insured Henry 952-884-0307 763-477-2612 ( 30 YRS) www.lewisinsulation.com Old Home Specialists –Walls/ Attics/Venting/Spray Foam

JMR Home Services LLC Home Remodeling & Repair. No job too small. Lic# 20636754

LICENSED BONDED INSURED

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

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

2290

Handyperson

#1 All Area Handyman Lg/Sm - We do it all! Reas, Sr disc. 612-532-1162 0 Stress! 110% Satisfaction!

Schultz'e Contracting Inc

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

Advertise your sale in Sun•Classifieds

“Soon To Be Your Favorite Contractor!”

952-392-6888

schultzecontracting.com

#BC20538329

2265

MDH Lead Supervisor

Garage Builders

Great Time for a New Garage!

#1 All Area LandscapeTree/shrb trim, Sod, Rock Sr disc. Reas. 612-532-1162

RICHTER Landscaping, LLC Retaining Walls, Pavers, Edging, Mulch, Rock, Plantings

Call 952-250-5865

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

You name it we can do it!

612-455-1217 Multi-Year Service Award Winner

www.LetUsService.com

2350

Landscaping

30+Yrs Exp in Landscaping Designing & Planting Retaining Walls Concrete: Drives & Patios Paver Patios & Drives Drainage Solutions Irrigation Lighting

Visit our showroom at: 654 Transfer Rd. 16B, St. Paul www.SusselBuilders.com

Specializing in Design & Construction of: Retaining Walls, Paver Patios, Sidewalks & Drives. Call John 651-249-6766 #1 in Customer Service & Professional Design

E-Z Landscape

COMPLETE LANDSCAPING: • Interlocking Pavers • Retaining Walls • Sprinkler Systems

Retaining/Boulder Walls, Paver Patios, Bobcat Work, Sod, Mulch & Rock. Decks & Fences

15+ years exp. Free Ests/Lic’d/Ins’d

Call 952-334-9840

763-441-7575 www.fernbrooklandscape.com

2360

RETAINING WALLS Water Features & Pavers.

Lawn & Garden

100% Satisfaction Guar!

30+ Yrs Exp /Owner Operator

Garden Design & Maintenance Services

763-420-3036 952-240-5533 Offering Complete Landscape Services

Garden Design & Remodel Plant Installations Containers & Window Boxes Expertise. Creative Designs. Beautiful Results.

alandsapecreations.com

Van Buren Landscape 952-292-7453

This space could be yours.

952-392-6888

2350

Landscaping

HARDSCAPES Retaining walls, Fire pits, Paved patios, Water features, Paved walkways & driveways

FREE ESTIMATES We will beat any written estimate by 10-20%

612-272-3619 612-387-4849

SOFTSCAPES

www.adcreativelandscaping.com

Mulch, Rock, Edging, Sod, Plantings & Irrigation Services

612-919-1938 952-926-8232

Lawn and Landscape Enforcement Services Landscaping Weekly/Bi-weekly mowing Spring and Fall Cleanups Retaining Walls * Paver Patios Shrub trimming * Bobcat services Snow plowing

Landscape 2000 Inc.

A Change For Your Landscape

or Are You Looking For Some Fresh Ideas? Experienced in Design, Installation, Maintenance, Pavers, Walls, Drain Tile, Bobcat Serv. MNLA Certified Professional.

Van Buren Landscape Call 952-292-7453

LANDSCAPE RENOVATION WE DESIGN, INSTALL & RESTORE:

• Retaining Walls • Natural Stone Work Edging • Bobcat

Lawn & Landscape Officer

Free Ests/Ins 952-446-9707

• Shrubs • Mulching • Removal

Free Estimates

Call Today for your FREE ESTIMATE St. Paul 651.645.0331 Minneapolis 612.379.0949

Landscaping

Anella Landscaping

Terry Ingram

Bobcat Work & Black Dirt.

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

2350

Landscaping

Call Joe @ 952-886-3888

612-598-2276 6-30 Yard Dumpsters

HAULING

Landscaping

Steve 612-532-3978 Ins'd

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

Call Scott 952-890-9461

2350

LOWEST PRICES, BEST QUALITY

2350

100% Satisfaction Guar!

Dale 952-941-8896 office 612-554-2112 cell

Garage Builders

Handyperson

GARAGE DOORS & OPENERS

Having a Garage Sale?

2265

2290

www.groundscareinc.com

952-924-2441 LICENSED • INSURED • MNLA

Free Estimates visit us online at: www.lawn-n-order.com

Jim Cooper, Jr. Landscaping Inc.

Quality Work Since 1983 Member: MNLA,

• Licensed/Insured • FREE Est.

YOUR HOMETOWN LANDSCAPER • Patios, Walks, Retaining Walls • Shrubbery Removal & Replacement • Shrubs, Trees, Perennials Planted • Deco. Rock, Edging, Brush/Buckthorn Clearing • Mulch Installation (Many Varieties) • Complete Landscape Renovation & Design Visit our website:

www.JimCooperJrLandscaping.com

612.869.2454

LOW PRICES • Pulverized Dirt - $12.50 yd • Black Dirt - $11.00 yd • Decorative Rock Since 1986 • Colored Mulch - $26.50 yd • Mulches 6 miles S. of • Boulders Shakopee on 169 • Retaining Wall Block Mon-Fri 7:30am - 5:00pm • Pavers (starting @ $2.10/sq ft) Sat - Call for Hours • Edging • Poly • Fabrics

952-492-2783 - We Deliver www.hermanslandscape.com

www.minnlocal.com – Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011 – Bloomington Sun-Current

In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

2360

Lawn & Garden

2420

Painting

*A and K PAINTING* Int./Ext Painting/Staining & texturing. Free Est. 952-474-6258 Ins/Bond Major Credit Cards Accepted 3 Interior Rooms/$250 Wallpaper Removal. Drywall Repair. Cabinet Enameling and Staining. 25 yrs exp. Steve 763-545-0506

2420

Painting

Paperhanging

PRO PAPER HANGING Removal, Paint/Plaster 35yrs Exp. 952-377-4612

Would You Like To Have More Beauty In Your Yard? We Will Restore or Expand Your Existing Gardens. Experienced Gardeners Call Linda 612-598-3949

Moving, Storage & Shipping

A Local Mover

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

2360

Lawn & Garden

2360

Lawn & Garden

Residential & Commercial

Retaining Walls, Pavers, Shrubs, Mulch. CONCRETE: Driveway, Walks, Steps, Patios Painting

2420

Roofing • Siding • Windows Lic # 20431519BC

952-934-7600

2490

Powerwashing

DECK CLEANING & STAINING Professional and Prompt Guaranteed Results.

651-699-3504

www.rooftodeck.com Code #78

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

2510

A Family Operated Bus.

Roofs-Soffit-Fascia-Gutters-

Lic#20172580 763-754-2501 www.blomquistexteriors.com

Exterior/Interior Painting Powerwashing • Decks • Fences Window Glazing & Repairs 2 Year Labor / 10 Year Paint Warranty

612.839.2239 • 612.866.0949 WWW.RIGHTWAYMN.COM

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

2530

952-201-4817

TOP QUALITY ROOFING FOR LESS $$$$ Two Teacher Construction Re-Roofing - Tearoffs. Large crew done in a day! Immaculate clean-ups Ins Lic # 20073200 Ref's

952-472-5670

Triple Glass for the Price of Double Glass

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

ACCREDITED BUSINESS

Call For Free Estimate www.WesternConstructionInc.com

2490

Powerwashing

2490

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

Limited Offer

Powerwashing

Sealcoating

Performance Paving & Sealcoating. Summer Specials - All Jobs!

Parking Lots & Driveways All Commercial Work Guar. Patching & Sealcoating.

15% Summer Discount

Stump Removal

Call The Best!!

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

BBB

Double Exposure Place your classified ad with us and be placed on our Web Site! 952-392-6888

2490

Powerwashing

Tree Service

$0 For Estimate Timberline Tree & Landscape. Summer Discount - 25% Off Tree Trimming, Tree Removal, Stump Grinding 612-644-8035 Remove Large Trees & Stumps CHEAP

15% Spring Discount Tree Trimming & Removal. Lot Clearing. Full Yard Landscaping. Fully Insured. Call 612-390-0293 Dynamic Tree & Landscaping

15% Summer Discount Tree Trimming & Removal

Premier Tree Service

612-396-9345

BOB’s

15 yrs exp.

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

3030

Merchandise Appliances

Refrigerator S/Side white H20 $390 Exc cond ELEC

3090

Cemetery Lots

Bloomington Cemetery 2 plots. $995/BO each. Call 651-762-3727

Best Rates In Town

Glenhaven Garden of Nativity. Lot 93B spaces 1&2 companion marker and 2 vaults. $5K 763-537-8296

Tree Trimming & Removal Buckthorn & Storm Cleanup Lifelong Edina Resident Free Ests 612-790-0693

Lovely Glen Haven – 2 plots, must sell, $1600 ea 952-926-4381

Parkway Tree Service Quality Work At Affordable Prices! Trimming/Removal & Stump Removal. Lic/Ins. Free Ests Leo 612-210-0381/952-933-1458 TREE REMOVAL/TRIMMING Shrub Pruning Free Ests Lic'd / Ins'd / 20 Yrs Exp. 952-922-7543 / 763-535-7512

Upholstery & Slipcovers

2630

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

Tree Service

2620

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

DAN WIMMER • (952) 881-2122

Senior Discounts

763-225-6200

www.sparklewashcmn.com

3000

Washer/Dryer Kenmore, new, $795. Call 952-221-3847.

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

Our job is to make you look good!

612-529-4444

Trimming & Removal Free Estimates & Insured

20% Tree Removal, Tree Trimming Summer High Risk Climbing, Discount Stump Grinding and Storm Clean Up

MN Certified Arborist

Window Cleaning

STOVE White Glass Top $285. Call 763-424-2636

Ideal Tree Service A+ on t is Angies L

952-467-2447

612-275-2574

AJ's Tree Service LLC

Call Jeff for STUMP REMOVAL

2620

BLUE SKIES

Forget The Rest

Thomas Tree Service

2600

Window Cleaning

Window Cleaning 14 Yrs Exp Free Est. Insured

612-203-4309

A Good Job!!

NOVAK STUMP REMOVAL Free Est Lic/Ins 952-888-5123

Credit Cards Accepted

20 years exp. Degreed Shop Teacher

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

Lic #20156835 • Insured

2660

NEW HORIZONS TREE & LANDSCAPING

612-210-5267 952-443-9957

612-724-2672 Local Owner/Installer. High

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

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

Will Beat Anybody's Price!

BIG TREES & STUMPS CHEAP!!

RC EXTERIORS

Quality Work @ Reas. Rates . Siding & Windows LIFE TIME GUAR. Ins/ Lic. BBB

Family Owned & Operated Since 1949

Tree Service

2620

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

Narrow Access or Backyards. Insured Jeff 612-578-5299

Lic. #20626700

Right Way PAINTING

Why Wait Roofing LLC

BLOMQUIST EXT Siding-

WINDOWS/SIDING

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

952-220-5692/952-492-2866 Re-roofs Tear-offs BBB Free Est. MC/Visa No Subcontractors Used. Lic/Ins. 952-891-8586

ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS • EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE • Hardiplank® Siding • QUICK RESPONSE TIME • HAIL DAMAGE 763-550-0043 • FREE INSPECTIONS 952-476-7601 • STATE LIC# 6793 • ESTABLISHED IN 1984 651-221-2600 www.GatesGeneralContractors.com

A Fresh Look, Inc.

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

2510

Free Estimates on

Since 1978

qiar

Painting

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

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

Shingles /Cedar Shake Reas rates-. 20+ yrs exp. Lic/Ins

Danielsonhomeservices.com

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

An Honest Plumber

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

RAINBOW ROOFING

Bell Professional Painting 20 yrs serving SW Ext Ptg Best Prices 952-949-0444 Paint Drywall Lic 20444019 Ron 612-720-6525

Plumbing

2470

612-802-8100

CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING

Allen's Perfect Painting Ceiling & Drywall Repair BBB Member. Call anytime. Lic/Ins. Free Est. 612-388-2884

Call Now For Weekly Mowing Landscaping • Fertilization

2420

FREE ESTIMATE S

A German Craftsman

Paint, Plaster, papering

30yrs quality work, Ref's

Seasonal Rates. Reliable

roosterpainting.com

Est. Int/Ext 952-484-4867

FREE Estimates

952.278.0126

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

2510

Wall Paper Removal INTERIOR EXTERIOR

Field of Green Lawncare

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

Roofs, Siding, & Gutters

H20 Damage – Plaster Repair

Resid & Comm Free Ests Lawn Clean-Ups & Weekly Mowing. Call 952-807-1612

2420

2510

A RENEW PLUMBING •Drain Cleaning •Repairs •Remodeling •Lic# 004914PM Bond/Ins 952-884-9495

Ceiling & Wall Textures

Curb Appeal! Sidewalks & Driveways. Will Edge It. Good Rates. 952-288-5304

Painting

Painting & Drywall

A Lawn Service – Clean-Ups, Gardens, Hauling. Cheap Rates. Call Bryan 763-276-0368

2380

Quality Residential

Special $89/with ad! *A One Man Company* Toilets, Faucets, Sm jobs Steve 612-940-5920 Lic#4040

Work Guar/Refs/Ins/Free Ests

Beautiful Gardens

763-792-2999 Geno's Sewer & Drain

DAVE'S Painting Int/Ext 3 Rooms $175. Paper rem Enamel Refs avail. 952-201-1577

2430

Plumbing

2470

Great Service Affordable Prices

Pleasant View Memorial Gardens, Burns. 4 lots. Call for details 952-888-4941

3130

Estate Sales

MONTICELLO ESTATE SALE 341 Riverview Drive Fri 8/5 (10-6); Sat 8/6 (10-3) Numbers at 9:30 am Fri.

Retro 60's & 70's items! Go to: www.gentlykept.com for photos & details

NEW HOPE 8641 42nd Ave. North (42 nd Ave. at Boone)

Aug 11-12-13 (8 am-8 pm) 50 year accumulation! HH, vintg., furn., more! Cash only

3160

Furnishings

Bookcase: beautiful, off white, $40/BO. Cabinet: vintg., light brwn, $40/BO. 1948 Singer Sewing Mach. $50/BO 952-983-0345 Dinette Table and 4 chrs, beige $40. Call 952-831-0708 Executive SteelCase Desk unit with file cabinet. Like new! Plymouth 715-571-1920 Sleep Number bed for sale, series 9000. Electric adjustable frame with pillow top. Head board with mirror, and side piers with drawers included. Works great $1,800. Call 612-237-1415 Sleeper/Sofa: Full size, tan, micro-suede. Perfect cond! $350. 952-947-9195

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3200

Give-Aways & Swaps

07 Kawasaki Ninja 250R FREE! Contact me at alanwalker@blumail.org

3250

Medical Supplies

PaceSaver 3 whl Scooter, battery operated, w/basket, Exc cond! New $2,500; ask. $1,000/BO 952-431-5781

3260

Misc. For Sale

Slot Machine: Double 7's Red, White & Blue. Casino size with stand. Excellent Condition $300 or B/O. Call 952-451-2480

Stay Cool (2) Frigidare sliding WDW air condition 22H x 14w x 24d w/mount 8k BTU $50 ea asis 952-944-2702

3270

Misc. Wanted

WANTED

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

3500

Garage Sales this week

3505

Christ Lutheran Church 641 89 th Ave. NE, Blaine Over 250 families! Presale Wed 8/3 (5-8) $3 Adm Thurs 8/4 (9-7); Fri 8/5 (9-6); Sat 8/6 (9-12) - $3 Bag Day

3506

952-933-0200 Polaris Snowmobile & ATV's. Non-working only. Will pick-up, will pay cash! Call 612-987-1044

3280

Musical Instuments

Baldwin Console Piano w/bench, medium oak fin., built 1980, $600. 952-935-1566

Crown Upright Piano Needs tuning. Good cond! $850/BO. 763-544-1236

3160

Furnishings

Bloomington

Church Rummage Sale Aug. 4-5-6, Thurs & Fri (9-5); Sat (9-12) MN Valley UU Fellowship 10715 Zenith Av S

Moving Sale: 8/3-4 (8-7) 8/5 (8-12), Furn, Dishes, Frig, Linens, Collectibles, HH. 8300 Oxborough Ave S. Multi-Fam 8/6-7 (8-3) Kids & adult cloz, furn., baby items, etc. Breast cancer fundraiser 9429 Riverview Circle So.

Multi-Family 8/4-6 (7-5) Fundraising event - Too much to list! 8218 1st Ave S.

Scrapbooking/Craft Sale 8/5-6 (9-6) Below wholessale! 11308 Ewing Ave. South

3508

Buying Old Trains & Toys

STEVE'S TRAIN CITY

Blaine

Brooklyn Park

Church Rummage Sale 8/3 (6-8p) $3 Adm; 8/4 (8-8); 8/5 (2-7); 8/6 (9-2) Bag day 7708 62nd Ave. No.

Huge 250 Family Sale! Family of God Church 8/3 (5-8) $3 Adm.; 8/4 (9-8); 8/5 (9-5); 8/6 (9-12) 8625 Zane Ave. North

3509

Crystal

Yard Sale 8/5 (9-4:30) Kids kitch. set & Dora plyhouse Kids cloz/toys. 3521 Lee Av

3521

Deephaven

Garage/Estate Sale 8/4-6 (9-5) Kids stuff, furn., HH, etc. 5160 Hooper Lake Rd

3523

6 Families - Cash only

August 4-5-6 (8:30-5:30) McAndrews & Nicollet

Furnishings

Robbinsdale

3568

Multi-Fam 8/5 (8-2:30) 8/6 (84) HH, girl/adlt cloz, Stampn Up, Pamp. Chef, Disney VCR tapes, toys 3659 Orchard Av N

St. Louis Park

3583

Aquila Neighborhood Annual Sale. Sat , 8/6 (8-4) North of Knollwood Plaza Multi Family Sale Baby items furn, hh & sport goods Aug 6th 8-3. 5913 W 34th St

Eagan

Multi-Fam 8/4-6 (9-5) HH, One Day Only! No junk, kids toys & cloz, furn., int. designer left overs! 8/6 misc. 2083 Garnet Lane (8-2) 4144 Browndale Ave

3524

Eden Prairie

3600

Multi Fam: 8/5 (8-5) & 8/6 (8-1). Antq, tools, HH, Furn 13959 Wellington Drive

Quality Yard Sale 8/4 (8-5) and 8/5 - 6 (8-1) 10252 Meade Lane

3525

Edina

Edina Morningside Church

Basement Rummage Sale 4201 Morningside Rd. 8/3 (5-8) Presale $2 Adm.; 8/4 (9-5); Closed Friday. Clearance Bag Sale - Sat, 8/6 (8-12)

Friday Only! 8/5 (8-12) Toys, HH, Burley trailer, furn. 6604 Biscayne Blvd Multi-Family 8/4-5 (7-4); Furn., HH, sports equip, electronics,, cloz, toys, décor. 6908 Paiute Circle

3543

Lakeville

Estate Sale! 8/6-8/7. 9-5

24700 Southern Oaks Cr Lakeville See Craiglist.com

3565

Garage Sales next week

3603

Apple Valley

Church Wide Garage Sale

Christus Victor Lutheran Church Located at: Palomino & Cedar Ave

Burnsville

Marcin Hill Block Sale

3160

3519

In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

3606

Furn, cloz, HH & misc. August 11 - 12 - 13 (8-5) 9824 Pleasant Ave. So.

3607

Brooklyn Center

Multi Family: 8/11-13 (8-5) A Little Bit Of Everything! 2313 & 2331 Brookview Dr

3623

Antiqs, vintg., retro, 1 ed. books, barware, furn., toys, tools, Mens big/tall & missy sizes 8/4-6 (8-6) 2617 W 70th St

Estate Sale: 8/4-5 (8-7) Organ, Fishing, Tools, X-mas, Collectibles. 7526 Columbus Ave S

Annual Rummage Sale St Barnabas Lutheran Church

Sat., Aug. 13 8am - 2pm 15600 Old Rockford Rd

3667

Eagan

3625

Edina

Richfield

New Brighton

Multi-Family! 8/11-13 (85) 1748 Alton Rd. toys, cloz, HH, collect, furn & more

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES

Village Shores, 6501 Woodlake Drive, Richfield. Thursday, August 11th from 8-4. CASH ONLY. 100% of proceeds go to T.C. Honor Flight.

612-201-1352 www.lakelodgeandcabin.com

Houses For Rent

3820

3900

3970

Agriculture/ Animals/Pets Pets

Poodle Standard, blk. M, 3 mos., crate trained, beg. housetrained. 763-434-5303

4000

Family Care

4300

Home Health Care Providers

Do you need in home assistance? MN native, college educated, caring and comMULTI-Fam Great! 8/12 passionate Certified Nurs(noon-7pm) 8/13(8-4) décor, ing Assistant will help. tools, furn, antq, bar stuff, Andrea 952-546-5544 HH, 4327 Lake Drive Av N

3683

St. Louis Park

Doll & Estate Sale! Fabrics, HH & misc. 22nd block of Flag Av S. 8/12-13 (9-5).

3692

Wayzata

Huge Rummage Sale Wednesday, 8/17 (9-8) Thursday, 8/18 (9-6)

Wayzata Community Church 125 Wayzata Blvd. East @ Ferndale Rd. 952-473-8877 Net proceeds to Charity

Refreshments available No strollers, shopping carts or pets please.

3700

Leisure

3710

Bicycles & Accessories

3720

Boats, New & Used

14' Alumacraft Fishing Boat w/2 seats, 2 motors on trailer $1500 763-497-4070

For Sale 28 Ft. Slickcraft 280 Express. Very Well built, exc. condition. Powered by twin Mercruiser Engines with Borg Warner Velvet Drives. This boat is very clean & is loaded with options. Can be seen on Lake Mtka. Call 612-281-2145 for details.

5600

Rooms For Rent

5000

Rentals

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career

Fast Growth Potential Rolland 952-949-4724 Irene 952-949-4759 rsmaagaard@cbburnet.com Coldwell Banker Burnet cbburnet.com EOE

COOK HW

Edina/Southdale-Sleeping Rm; w/ FP, Bath, Kitch, Refer. $475/mo 952-929-8682

6400

Apartments & Condos For Rent

Edina - 50th & France 1BR w/ deck. $685 + elec. 612-210-9744 320-274-3398 Edina-Newly Remodeled 2BR, 1BA, End Unit, NS, $1,250/mo. 612-418-4359

www.castandardpoodles.com

Robbinsdale

FOR SALE • FOR LEASE

FOR LEASE - Bloomington 8147 Pleasant Ave S 3,244 sf office/warehouse Loading dock, industrial power. Near 35W & 494 intersection. $1,600/month net. Jim 952-888-9225 or 612-799-0755

5400

Burnsville See Craiglist! 2BR, LL, 1,000 sq. ft. 15K Remodel, Full kitch, granite CTT, full appliances, central AC, sofa, love seat, Sports & kitch table, 50” satellite TV, Recreation internet. $645+share utils. 17' Alumacraft Canoe, Very Avl Immed. 952-994-3986 Good Cndtn, Plus Paddles $400 Plymouth 763-473-4264

junk might be your treasure!

Multi-Family 8/11-13 (8-5) HH items, electronics, cloz, Giant Electric Assist Bike, baby gear. 5724 Code Ave w/batt & charger - like new! $550/BO. 763-544-1367

3660

Sporting Goods & Misc

Sale: 8/11-13 (8-5), Furn, Range, Micro, Misc HH, Golden Retriever/Black Rugs, 7227 Logan Ave S Lab mix puppies born 6-1411 for sale. $150 - includes The residents of Village Shores Senior Community 1st shots. Call 612-756-0216 are cleaning house. Their or 612-756-4653.

MULTI-FAMILY SALE 8/12 & 13 (7-4) Furn, HH misc, TOYS, Antiq 3512 W 89th St

Multi-Fam 8/4-5 (8-4); 8/6 Multi-Fam: 8/11-12 (6:30(8-12) Dishes, Antqs, HH, 5); Instruments, cloz, furn., yard tools 18124 24th Ave N HH, more 16448 Millford Dr

3567

Plymouth

8/12-13 (8-3) HH, furn., tools, vintg. bikes, antiqs, more! Cash only 3826 Quail Ave N.

Plymouth

Richfield

3665

3668

Bloomington

3810

Huge Multi Fam Sale: Wanted To Buy: Large 8/11-13 Starts @ 8:00am, Caliber Revolver, new or used. Call 612-875-8875 Furn, HH, Cloz, Misc. 8424 50th Ave North

*Early Bird Special: Pay $3/family and shop from 3-4 pm before the official garage sale opens

3624

August 11 - 14 10 am - 6 pm

New Hope

Fri, 8/12 (4 - 8pm*) Sat., 8/13 (9am - 2pm)

4 Family Sale. 8/5 & 6 (8-5) Wmn, Men Kid Cloz, Toys, Multi-Family! 8/10-13 (8HH. 5025 Norwood Ln N 5) 1240 Flicker Cir. Infant & woman's cloz, toys, HH. Huge! 8/4-5 (9-4) 8/6 (9-12) Glassware, cloz, cookware, Eden misc. 4260 Deerwood Ln N. Prairie

AUGUST SALE DATES

3661

7000

Real Estate

Brainerd Lakes-Whitefish New Cabins under $100K 866-940-7069 for Open Times CottagesOnWhitefish.com

9000

9020

Employment Business Opps & Info

IS THIS YOU???

Too much month left at the end of the money? ConHouses sider a part time homeFor Rent based business with 30St Louis Park: 2 BR, 2BA, second commute from bed1+ car garage, fenced yard, room to kitchen table! A/C, W/D, small pets ok, Free details: Avail 9/1, $1099/mo. 4148 800-240-8340(24 HR MSG) Salem Ave. 651-690-3858 or 800-621-2065 (LIVE)

Loving Shepherd Early Learning Center, a Christian-based program located off of Hwy 100 & Glenwood, is hiring a COOK prepare/serve 70+ children/teachers 3 meals daily. Cleanup/Stock/Sanitation/Safety standards Food Manager Certification Required Includes a full benefit package. Apply by email earlylearningcenter@ gvlc.net or fax resume to: 763-543-8636 Work for a center that cares for it's staff as much as it's children. EOE. Drivers SOLO/TEAMS WANTED

WEEKLY HOME TIME

5400

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

Ask about our sign on BONUS! $$$$$$$$$$ Med/Dental/401K & More! Call Libby 314-813-2713 www.hogan1.com

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In the Community, With the Community, For the Community

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

Independent Contractor Software Engineerwith own 24-26 ft dock Java/Midrange truck. Also need 2006 or Express Scripts, Inc. has newer white vans and an opportunity for a Softpick-up trucks. ware Engineer-Java/ position in Dynamex, an industry Midrange leader in the messenger Bloomington, MN - Work w/ IT & business manageand dedicated logistics delivery business has Con- ment to evaluate complex tractor Driver opportuni- user requests, projects, & clarify objectives & functies. Dock Trucks must have tional reqts for new or modified computer prolift gates grams. Reqts: Bach degree Carry your own commer- or foreign equiv. in Comp cial insurance and all Sci, Engineering (any) or necessary operating re- rel + 7 yrs of exp in job quirements. offd or rel. Must have 7 yrs of exp programming apSign on Bonus!!! plications using JAVA/ Fuel Surcharge provided. J2EE. Must have 4 yrs of Please call Jodi at exp w/ Oracle database. 651-746-5945 Must have exp w/ multior stop by 2100 Old Hwy 8 platform distributed enviNew Brighton MN 55112 ronment. Must have exp providing Java and Object Oriented development training. Express Scripts, Inc. invites applicants to apply online at: www.expressMAINTENANCE scripts.com/careers and TECHNICIAN: search by job # 14040. Parklawn Estates is EOE. looking for a FT Maintenance Technician to main- WORK FROM HOME! tain all physical aspects of Put faith 1st family 2nd the building as well as & an opportunity to general apt. maintenance. Must have dependable earn a great income! 952-474-4682 transportation, availability to be on-call, and live within a 20 mile radius of Reach More Readers apt. Competitive pay based on experience. To Place your classified ad inquire, please call: with us and automatically get Nathan at 952-835-4464 an ad on our Web Site! EOE

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

Trailer Mechanic Q Carriers, an OTR trucking company located in the SW Metro is looking for a trailer mechanic. Entry level position. Duties include: Prev maintence, DOT inspections and light trailer repair. Must have own tools and be able to stand on your feet for extended periods of time. FT days. Comp wages and benefits. 1415 Maras St. Shakopee, MN 55379 Ph: 952-403-7105 Fax# 952-445-6711 Email: tculver@qcarriers.com

9200

Help Wanted/ Part Time

*CUSTOMER SERVICE * PT great pay, flexible hours. No Exp. Necessary. Corey 952-474-5500 Hour Glass - Excelsior

CHILDCARE AIDE

St. Andrew Lutheran Church - Eden Prairie Loving individual who enjoys children needed to work M-F, 3-5:30pm alongside a supportive teaching staff. Lots of hugs & smiles from a great group of children! Please call all Melanie at 952-937-2776 Xt 30; or Email:

meggers@standrewlu.org

9100

Help Wanted/ Full Time

9200

Help Wanted/ Part Time

9200

Help Wanted/ Part Time

Director of Worship Arts 30 hours/week Seeking PT motivated Prairie Lutheran Church, hard working individual www.prairielutheran.org to join our Business Office is looking for a contempoand Medical Records rary Worship Arts Directeams. Job duties include tor. Main duties include: patient payments, filing, Selecting music, liturgy, collections, and aging reand other port. Medical billing expeRecruiting musicians rience preferred. Please send resume to Southdale Select, schedule and reEye Clinic, Attn. HR, 6533 hearse worship team Drew Ave So, Edina 55435, Rehearse/lead praise fax 952-924-4021, or email band at: jgraham@ southdaleeyeclinic.com Manage the weekly development of bulletins, leaders guides and projection Customer Service Rep Recruit, train and superPT eves & Sat. Chanhas- vise media specialist sen, Eagan, Edina, Blaine Supervise sanctuary dcor & Plymouth. Apply online: Monitor/maintain sound, pilgrimdrycleaners.com light and video equipment Qualifications include: B.S./B.A. in music/relatGROUNDSKEEPER ed Part Time, year round Vocal/instrumental perposition for upscale apartment site in Richformance field. Must have prior Strong comm skills experience in outdoor Solid knowledge of theowork, including mowlogical principles ing, trimming, flower beds, snow shoveling. Computer skills Please FAX resume to 3-5 yrs related experience Wanda at 612-259-2800 For consideration, please submit resume and salary requirements to Kristin Kuderer: This space kkuderer@comcast.net could be yours.

Business Office Eye Clinic

Help Wanted/ Full Time

Outside Sales Representatives Sun Media is seeking creative, aggressive and self motivated sales professionals to join our sales force. Sun Media publishes 33 local newspapers in the metro area. In addition, we offer a variety of online and special section choices to help our clients strengthen their brand identity. We are the main source for local news, government, schools and information. Position Responsibilities: • Manage territory with pre-existing customer base • Set appointments & visit a minimum of 20 new customers per week • Create solutions & packages for existing customers to assist with changing needs • Close new business & follow up to ensure satisfaction and consistent service • Proactively network for new customer contacts with intention of building long-lasting business relationships • Meet weekly, monthly and yearly sales goals • Work out of our Eden Prairie corporate office • Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required What you need to be successful as a Sun Media Sales Representative: • The ability to close new business • The ability to sell multiple products and multi-media packages • Excellent time management skills • Excellent interpersonal & communication skills • Proven ability to make solid recommendations in a solution sales environment Sun Media Offers: • Base Salary + Commission • 401K • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, HSA • Holidays & Paid Time Off • Monthly allowance for use towards vehicle/cell phone Qualified Resumes to: jbradfield@acnpapers.com

Junkers & Repairable Wanted

$$ WANTED $$

Mon-Thurs, 12-4pm Duties include answering phones &light office work

Viking Auto Salvage Call 651-460-6166

Please send resume to: Redemption Luth. Church Attn: M. Hirsch, 927 E. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN, 55420. Or email:

marilyn@rlc927.org

9500

Automotive

36K, A+, V6, auto, warr, $19K. 612-869-3676 '98 Ford Explorer new used

eng, over 5K in tires, parts No rust, $8K 612-869-3676

Pontiac

9667

06 Grand Prix: 4dr, 91K, new tires & batt. Runs & looks great. Lite hail dam on silver paint-hard to see. Black cloth int. 2nd owner. $9150/bo 612-987-1044

Junkers & Repairable Wanted

$ $200 + UP $

JUNK& REPAIRABLE Cars/Truck JACK'S AUTO 612-919-2707 OR 763-533-7122

Runners & Non Runners 612-810-7606 Licensed/Bonded/Insured www.cash4clunkers.com

dbigley@standrewlu.org For more info contact

Deb at 952-937-2776 Xt. 19

or get a quote at

www.vikingautosalvage.com

9200

Help Wanted/ Part Time

Sports Writer The Waconia Patriot is searching for the next great sports writer for our award winning newspaper. Previous sports reporting, photography and layout (QuarkXpress) necessary. High school coverage of two local schools and one small college are part of a great opportunity. Please send samples and resumes to: Todd Moen The Waconia Patriot P.O. Box 5 Waconia, MN 55387 Email: tmoen@acnpapers.com

9999

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Free Towing

952-818-2585 CASH! For Your Junked

'08 Mustang Convertible

9810

JUNK CARS

Ford

9627

Preschool Teacher

St. Andrew Lutheran Church - Eden Prairie Looking for a loving, nurturing teacher to work 3 AM's a week (8am-12) in our supportive Christian, environment. Some Early Childhood Exp., or related degree pref. Please send resume to:

9810

PT Office Receptionist

952-392-6888

9100

Help Wanted/ Part Time

9200

Wrecks or Unwanted Vehicles. Free Tow-Aways

612-805-2692

9850

RVs, Nonmotorized Campers

'01 32 ft 5th Wheel: 2 slides, shed & golf cart. Exc cond! $14,500. 612-720-8683

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