South Metro Living - River Heights Chamber of Commerce by ECM Publishers

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living June 2014

Community is the Key

Location, Convenience & Connectivity, pg.7

Investing in the Future

Building a Brighter Education for Our Students, p. 17

Out and About

Hospitality & Transportation at its Finest, pg. 27

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Thank You to Val Erickson......................................4 Welcome from the Chamber.....................................5 Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Got You Covered!

Community is the Key..............................................7 Location, Convenience & Connectivity

Thriving Business Community............................. 11 Major Industries & Workforce

Easy Living: Life After Retirement .......................13 Active Programs & A Healthy Lifestyle

Investing in the Future ...........................................17 Building A Brighter Education For Our Students

Making Your Future a Reality ............................ 21 Higher Education: Working Together To Build A Well-Educated Workforce

Safe Community Living . .......................................25 Citizen Police Academy And Department Efforts

Out & About...........................................................27 Hospitality And Transportation At Its Finest

Demographics & Area Information...................... 28 Inver Grove Heights And South St. Paul Demographics & Resources

Elected Officials Directory......................................33 Calendar of Events............................................. 34 Plan To Be A Part Of Our Community All Year Long

River Heights Area Map........................................37 Get Where You Need To Go!

River Heights Chamber of Commerce 2014-2015 Membership Directory........................ 39 Categorical Listing: Page 39 Alphabetical Listing: Page 48

Advertiser Index . ...................................................56

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Many of the photos you see in this yearly resource magazine are from local photographer, Valerie Erickson.

Valerie Erickson has a love for landscapes and nature. Her career as a photographer began with an entry in a photo contest for a nature center, which she won. Her passion for photography evolved over time since then from a hobby into a profession. One of the reasons her clients value her work, they say, is that she has a good eye and compelling vision for how things could look. Valerie has owned and operated her photography business, Valerie Erickson Photography, for four years. She has been taking photos for awards ceremonies, special events and openings, and multiple publications for the River Heights Chamber of Commerce for three years. She has also been a member of the Chamber for eight years. She enjoys getting together with fellow Chamber members and the many events they host each year, especially the Business Card Exchanges. The peaceful and inspiring feelings she gets from taking photos of landscapes and nature are what make her photographs so beautiful. In addition to photography, Valerie’s other company, Ultimate Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, has won several awards from the local Chamber of Commerce and has been recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

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FROM THE CHAMBER We’ve got you covered! I am proud to serve as Chairman in 2014 and represent this great business community where I was born and raised. As someone in the financial services and insurance industry – I understand the importance of being protected, as well as, being represented with excellent customer service and staying informed. Here at the River Heights Chamber of Commerce, our mission is simple – To aggressively promote the interests of the business community. We proudly serve as the voice for our business community and work continuously in order to effectively advocate the increasingly important message to our residents and elected officials; which is that we are vital to our community and are willing to fight to preserve, further enhance and economically develop the place that we call home and the place where we raise our families.

Dody Sobaszkiewicz Chairman, 2014

staff contacts

River Heights Chamber of Commerce 651.451.2266 5782 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 www.riverheights.com

Jennifer Gale

President 651.451.2266 ext. 1031 jennifer@riverheights.com

Nicole Bengtson Communications Manager Director, Inver Grove Heights Convention & Visitors Bureau 651.451.2266 ext. 1030 nicole@riverheights.com

Maggie Doody

Ultimately, our objectives as your Chamber are to: • Promote a Strong Local Economy • Provide Opportunities to Network and Build Relationships • Deliver Programs to Help Businesses Grow • Represent and Advocate on Behalf of Business • Enhance Commerce Through Community Stewardship These goals are accomplished through our many Chamber committees. Our committees provide members with the opportunity to participate, volunteer and provide input on key issues. Chamber leadership is intensely involved throughout the wider community, encouraging vision, cooperation and consistency in long-range, regional planning and decision-making. Events, projects and programs are designed and implemented to enhance the economic development of the South Metro area. The Chamber develops information resources that are vital to regional, state and national business development. If you are a current member of the River Heights Chamber of Commerce, we thank you for your support and encourage you to provide us feedback on what affects your business and how we can better serve you, so you may prosper and grow your business. However, if you are not a member, and would like to learn more about us, we ask that you pick up the phone and call today. We would be honored to represent you and would love to welcome you to our family that represents one unified voice for our business community. Dody Sobaszkiewicz

Membership Sales Manager 651.451.2266 ext. 1033 maggie@riverheights.com River Heights Chamber of Commerce | www.riverheights.com 5

With over 30 parks combined, hosting popular amenities such as two outdoor pools, an indoor waterpark, athletic fields, picnic areas, an off-leash dog park, a skate park, golf courses and world-class disc golf courses, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bound to find something fun to do in-town.

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community IS THE KEY

location, convenience & connectivity Located in the heart of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, getting to the River Heights region (Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul) is simple by car, plane or train. Our communities are conveniently located off Interstate 494 and Hwy. 52, within minutes of the MinneapolisSt. Paul International Airport and only five miles south of downtown Saint Paul. In addition, the South St. Paul municipal airport is in our own back yard at Flemming Field, convenient for your smaller charter flights. Our highway access gives businesses, residents and visitors quick and easy access to the entire metro. Both communities are located along the mighty Mississippi River. Approximately 34,000 residents call the Star-City, Inver Grove Heights, home. As for South St. Paul, an All-American City, more than 20,000 residents enjoy its small-town charm. Experience our rich, ethnic heritage by joining one of our many community celebrations throughout the year – check out the Calendar of Events in this publication. Our region has an active population that brings it outside, celebrating all four seasons in the unique neighborhoods. The housing market is rich with options. Whether you’re looking for a single-family home or an apartment, a fixerupper or a brand new condo, a mature looking neighborhood or a more suburban-scaled community – you can easily find a home and neighborhood that reflects your own personal taste and budget. Our region offers neighborhoods that bring families, singles, couples and retirees together. The region is made up of communities known for an educated and motivated workforce, excellent schools and neighborhoods, and a balance between commercial prosperity and community vitality.

The Missississippi River Valley provides a beautiful, nature setting and year-round recreational activities. Our schools, parks, bike trails, community centers, athletic complexes and golf courses are among the Twin Cities’ best.

inver grove heights Inver Grove Heights offers residents and visitors access to over 25 parks and over 35 miles of trails (paved and natural). Popular amenities at some of our parks include playgrounds, ball fields, tennis courts, fishing and more. Unique amenities in Inver Grove Heights include a world-class disc golf course, a skate park, a recreational pier, a mountain biking course, a golf course, an athletic complex, a community center, and a lacrosse field, just to name a few. The 27-mile Mississippi River Regional Trail stretches through beautiful Kaposia Park in South St. Paul and along the Mississippi River in Inver Grove Heights down to Hastings. Residents walk, bike and commute along the paved trail while enjoying the surrounding scenery and unique riverfront views. On your journey down the trail, you will want to make a stop at the restored and redesigned Rock Island Swing Bridge Pier. The historical double-decker bridge was taken over by the City of Inver Grove Heights and was restored to a 670’ pier using some pieces of the original bridge. Take a break, have a snack and take in the beautiful view from this unique and great City amenity. Looking to hit the links in Inver Grove Heights? Check out Inver Wood Golf Course’s championship 18-hole, executive 9-hole course or driving range. Inver Wood’s 27 holes sit on 275 acres of rolling, wooded terrain. The championship River Heights Chamber of Commerce | www.riverheights.com 7

18-hole course has features that utilize the area’s natural geography, such as multi-level fairways, variously shaped U.S.G.A. greens and picturesque par three holes that challenge your golf game as well as your senses.

South St. Paul offers Community Gardens for residents to rent each spring/summer. The Gardens are conveniently located near the City’s Compost Site adjacent to the DNR Boat Launch.

Too cold for outdoor fun? Veterans Memorial Community Center has you covered! Step inside to a zero-depth indoor water park, complete with 2-large waterslides, lily-pad walk and kiddie area. The center also includes lap and dive pools, whirlpool, fitness center, two ice arenas, gymnasium and meeting rooms. Try out the quality fitness classes offered including group cycle, zumba, yoga, pilates and many more. The center is a place for people of all ages to gather and get involved.

South St. Paul’s Mississippi River Regional Trail travels along the shoreline for 5.8 miles. This paved trail was built on top of the river levee, providing relatively flat terrain and excellent scenery and views of river activity and wildlife. Five trail access points, most with off-street parking, makes the trail accessible for all ages and abilities.

south st. paul The Wakota Civic Arena in South St. Paul hosts two ice rinks, the largest of which seats 1,200 people, and is now better than ever having recently gone through a substantial remodel and upgrade. Central Square Community Center in South St. Paul serves as a very active Senior Center for those ages 55 and over. The Senior Center features ongoing activities, wellness programs, trips and tours for active older adults in the area. The Kaposia Park Disc Golf Course now features attractive professional signage at each hole’s tee-box, guiding players through the course and enhancing the disc golf playing experience. This popular disc golf course challenges thousands of players each year, both amateurs and disc golf elites.

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Kaposia Landing Off-Leash Dog Park, located off of Concord Street North and Bryant Avenue in South St. Paul, is a “hot spot” for local dog owners. This park offers owners an opportunity to let their dogs run off-leash “legally” on 6.3 acres of open space. We know that choosing a location for building a business or raising a family is not always easy. Many have found the quality of life here in Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul to be exactly what they are looking for. The River Heights region has a supportive and progressive business community which ranges from home-based businesses to fortune 500 companies. The residential community is equally attractive, with close-knit neighborhoods and endless family-oriented activities. Lastly, our location and its natural beauty make it a winning combination where you can live, work and play!

For more information on our city amenities, visit the Chamber’s website at www.riverheights.com, or the cities’ websites at www.invergroveheights.org or www.southstpaul.org.

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Major Industries & Workforce The county’s diverse economy encompasses large and small businesses in information technology, aerospace, insurance, transportation and other high-growth sectors. Significant employers include agri-giant CHS, Inc., Thomson Reuters, Delta Airlines, Patterson Companies, Goodrich Sensor Systems, Unisys, UTC Aerospace System, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, Uponor, MOM Brands, Wings Financial, Prime Therapeutics and Flint Hills Resources Oil Refinery. Dakota County’s economy typifies the MinneapolisSt. Paul (MSP) region. In 2010, manufacturing accounted for 12% of the employment. Furthermore, almost 6% of the of population works in the information sector; that’s more than double the national average. With a population of over 408,500 people, Dakota County covers employment for 177,826 (Q3, 2013 Census of Employment and Wages), not including self-employed or non-employers. More than 47% of county residents both live and work in the county. 90.5% work for private employers. 9.5% work for government.

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major employers include 3 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota 3 CHS, Inc. 3 Delta Airlines 3 Flint Hills Resources Oil Refinery 3 Goodrich Sensor Systems 3 MOM Brands 3 Patterson Companies 3 Prime Therapeutics 3 Thomson Reuters 3 Unisys 3 Uponor 3 UTC Aerospace System 3 Wings Financial

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terest gap financing to businesses that are trying to relocate to South St. Paul or expand in South St. Paul,” explains Chris Lehmann, President of South St. Paul Future.

Progress Plus, an economic development initiative of the River Heights Chamber of Commerce, City of South St. Paul and City of Inver Grove Heights, brings local businesses together to promote the interests of the South St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights business communities. Progress Plus works with government officials, loan providers, real estate professionals and small business owners to facilitate development by supporting the start-up or expansion of businesses.

Businesses can use the loan for any kind of expansion or improvement, Lehmann notes, whether that’s relocating, purchasing new equipment or giving the business a facelift.

One of the most important services they provide is information. “We serve as the conduit of information,” says Progress Plus President, Jennifer Gale. “We point clients in the right direction based on their needs.” Progress Plus connects clients with local resources they can utilize for economic growth and success, including programs like Open to Business, South St. Paul Future and the South St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Open to Business provides entrepreneurs and small business owners in South St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights with business counseling and access to capital. The program helps clients develop a business plan, learn proper tax procedures, prepare loan applications and make other plans to secure funding. “Anybody who is either a resident or does business in our community can get assistance for free from the program,” Gale explains. And when small businesses need small loans to expand or develop, Progress Plus connects them with South St. Paul Future. South St. Paul Future is a private development corporation that provides low interest loans to businesses looking to develop in South St. Paul. “We provide low in-

A third agency, the South St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority, works closely with Progress Plus to find locations for businesses in South St. Paul. “Progress Plus keeps an inventory of the properties and businesses that are available in South St. Paul,” says Branna Lindell, Executive Director of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. “We contract with Progress Plus to provide us with services to attract businesses to South St. Paul.” The Housing and Redevelopment Authority works with clients on an as-needed basis, assisting them with everything from obtaining government resources to learning about environmental regulations. The Inver Grove Heights Economic Development Authority strives to foster an attractive environment for both new and existing businesses by retaining existing businesses, assisting businesses with expansion, attracting new businesses to the community, and enabling the rehabilitation and redevelopment of commercial areas within the city. Progress Plus offers a wealth of resources for entrepreneurs and small business owners in South St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights. So whether you’ve been in business for 20 years or have a new business idea in mind, Progress Plus can help steer you in the direction of success. Contact their office at 651-451-2266 or visit them online at www.progressplus.org.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;For me, living at Timber Hills is very comfortable. The residents and staff are welcoming and friendly. Service is excellent and there is always someone ready to help you in a caring way. I like the privacy but also like and appreciate the community feeling.â&#x20AC;? -Resident, Timber Hills

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active programs & a healthy lifestyle We are fortunate to have so many levels of senior housing and care available in the River Heights region. If you choose to stay in your home, home care services can provide the extra help you need with everything from household chores to health care services. If you need to rehabilitate after a surgery or hospital stay, several locations offer short-term transitional care. There are many options for senior apartments, including independent living, assisted living and memory care. Skilled care, the highest level of care available outside a hospital, also is available in our area. In addition, DARTS, a community-based non-profit, supports seniors through practical services such as grocery shopping, household chores and transportation to help them stay mobile. The Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) was established in 1971 and has grown into one of the largest local providers of housing and community development programs in Minnesota. The CDA administers over 30 programs that are guided by the agency’s mission to improve the lives of Dakota County residents through affordable housing and community development. The Dakota County Community Development Agency has a Senior Housing Program which is designed for adults age 55+. All of the buildings are beautifully decorated, offer one and two bedroom apartments and are equipped with

amenities such as a community room with kitchen, sitting areas, library areas, laundry facilities, emergency call systems and underground heated parking. This River Heights area was built by many generations of families that still call Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul ‘home.’ A lot of families remain in the area because it has a small-town feel and a great sense of pride, which can be pretty unusual being so close to a major metropolitan area. You can feel the small-town atmosphere throughout all ages of life. Many seniors choose to stay in this area because it is close to family and friends. If you are looking for a place to call home after retirement, you will not have to look far for many options and a high quality of life. If you are an individual with an active life style, our region is for you. The South Metro area offers wonderful golf courses, museums, theatres and community centers with plenty of recreational activities to keep your calendar booked throughout the year. There are also many great organizations that offer volunteer opportunities for individuals 55 and older, whether you’re with a business group, civic organization or as an individual.

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The River Heights region of Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul has a school system that is both competitive and challenging. Our two school districts have been recognized for their outstanding programs, healthy lifestyle initiatives, competitive test scores and are known for being student-focused.

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building a brighter education for our students The River Heights region of Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul has a school system that is both competitive and challenging. Our two school districts have been recognized for their outstanding programs, healthy lifestyle initiatives, competitive test scores and are known for being student-focused. The goals of our education system are focused around meeting the needs and desires of both students and parents. They work closely with parents to ensure each student receives ample resources, in the form of a free all-day kindergarten program, and as vocational schooling and Community Learning Center programs at the high school level. Through innovative programs and rich curriculum, our schools ensure that our students receive a superior, modern education – from honors classes and Advanced Placement courses in high school, to industrial education, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), art and music. Special education services are also provided to students, from birth to age 22, who have an identified disability. In the Inver Grove Heights school district, each building has a team that considers referrals, provides an assessment and then works with parents to develop an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) that will meet the needs of the student. Both school districts are also well-known for the exceptional academic, enrichment and extracurricular activities they provide. Students consistently compete at the state level in sports, music and academics. The River Heights region is a place where parents take comfort in knowing their children will receive a high-quality education.

South St. Paul Public Schools have been offering International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program at the high school since 1986. In 2009, SSPPS became Minnesota’s first K-12 IB World Schools District after successfully being authorized in the IB Middle Years Program, serving all students in grades 7-10, and the Primary Years Program, which serves all students in grades K-6. South St. Paul’s IB program encourages students to be active learners, wellrounded individuals and engaged community members. The district has already been recognized for the program in Education Week Magazine. Students in South St. Paul now can graduate from high school with an associates degree from Inver Hills Community College without ever stepping foot on a college campus or paying for a college class. An agreement between Inver Hills and South St. Paul Public Schools allows students pursuing South St. Paul’s Secondary’s International Baccalaureate Diploma Program to earn credits at both institutions simultaneously. For South St. Paul students, this means they have the opportunity to earn a high school diploma, an IB Diploma and an Associate in Arts degree by the end of their senior year of high school. “With rising college tuition costs throughout the nation, I am pleased that our partnership will provide both academic and financial benefits to students who attend South St. Paul Public Schools,” district Superintendent Dr. Dave Webb said. In Inver Grove Heights, Atheneum, the district’s magnet program for gifted students, is available for second through fifth-graders and is a qualification entry program. The U.S. Department of Education awarded Atheneum the title of Blue Ribbon in 2011. In 2013, the Washington Post River Heights Chamber of Commerce | www.riverheights.com 17

ranked Inver Grove Heights’ Simley High School among America’s best schools in the nation. Simley has received national recognition for seven straight years. Technology is another integral part that increases educational effectiveness for every child. Through the use of mobile devices and interactive whiteboard technology, the school districts will increase the effectiveness of differentiated learning allowing students to learn at a pace that is comfortable and effective for them. Inver Grove Heights was the first school district in Minnesota to launch an app for mobile devices to be used by parents and students to access their school and student information. Both communities’ school districts are proud of their successes and are excited to enrich the lives and education of students and parents in our community. For more information about Inver Grove Heights Community Schools, call or visit:

David Bernhardson Superintendent, ISD 199

651.306.7808 | www.isd199.org Facebook, YouTube or Twitter: @isd199 For more information about South St. Paul Public Schools, Minnesota’s First k-12 IB World Schools District, call or visit:

Dr. David Webb

Superintendent, Special District 6

651.457.9400 | www.sspps.org Facebook, YouTube or Twitter: @sspps6

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inver grove heights community schools

south st. paul public schools

www.isd199.org

www.sspps.org

District Office (ISD 199)

District Office (Special District 6)

Hilltop Elementary School Grades K-5

Kaposia Education Center Grades K-6

Pine Bend Elementary School Grades K-5

Lincoln Center Elementary Grades K-6

Salem Hills Elementary School Grades K-5

South St. Paul High School Grades 7-12

Atheneum Gifted Magnet Program Grades 2-5

Community Learning Center Grades 9-12

David Bernhardson, Superintendent 2990 80th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651.306.7800 3201 68th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651.306.7400 9875 Inver Grove Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651.306.7701 5899 Babcock Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 651.306.7300 5899 Babcock Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 651.306.7300

Dr. David Webb, Superintendent 104 5th Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 651.457.9400 1225 First Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 651.451.9260 357 Ninth Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 651.457.9426 700 Second Street North South St. Paul, MN 55075 651.457.9408 151 Sixth Street East St. Paul, MN 55101 651.450.9966

Inver Grove Heights Middle School Grades 6-8 8167 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651.306.7200

Simley High School Grades 9-12 2920 80th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651.306.7000

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Both Inver Hills and DCTC are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Following the long-standing mission of education for employment, DCTC delivers a hands-on, real-world education to meet the needs of students and businesses for success in a global economy.

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your future a reality

higher education: working together to build a well-educated workforce The River Heights Chamber of Commerce knows the importance of higher education in our business community. Together with our two local higher education institutions, we work to build business support for the system that ultimately provides their biggest resource: a welleducated workforce. Inver Hills Community College was founded in 1970 and is located on a scenic 90-acre campus. Inver Hills is a respected and diverse college offering more than 50 degree and certificate options, including liberal education courses that lead to transfer to four-year colleges and careerrelated degrees in top occupational areas such as: • Nursing (RN) • Information Technology (IT) • Business • Law Enforcement • Emergency Medical Services (EMS) • Human Services Inver Hills also offers bachelors and masters degree programs on its Inver Grove Heights campus through partnerships with Concordia University-St. Paul, College of St. Scholastica, Metropolitan State University and Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. “With an annual economic impact of $250 million, Inver Hills is incredibly invested in the local economy,” Inver Hills President Tim Wynes said. “ In 2011 alone, the college generated an estimated 2,423 jobs in the Twin Cities area. The work we do amplifies growth in the local economy, and helps sustain local business and industry both through the dollars we generate, and through training and education for employees of local businesses. We are proud to be a part of and serve the south metro community.”

Located in neighboring Rosemount, MN, Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) is a public, two-year institution that provides a dynamic, flexible education to nearly 5,700 students enrolled in credit-based programs and about 4,500 enrolled in Customized Training and Continuing Education noncredit courses. DCTC offers NJCAA sports for women and men. Two state-of-the-art sports facilities, Ames Field and the Ames Soccer Complex, are located on the college’s main campus. DCTC offers certificates, diplomas, A.S. and A.A.S. degrees in more than 50 instructional programs under six academic departments: • Business & Management • Design & Technology • Health & Human Services • Industry • Transportation • General Education DCTC underwent a major Transportation and Emerging Technologies renovation project made possible by $7.23 million in state funding. Designed to provide students with leading-edge labs, equipment and facilities, the renovation project eliminates $3.5 million in deferred maintenance and cuts energy consumption by as much as 30 percent. This project was completed in time for the fall semester in 2013. Both Inver Hills and DCTC are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Following a long-standing mission of education for employment , DCTC delivers handson, real-world education to meet the needs of students and River Heights Chamber of Commerce | www.riverheights.com 21

businesses for success in a global economy. Inver Hills is an innovator in education, creating a vigorous intellectual environment for emerging leaders, scholars and professionals. The combination of a supportive business community and an education system responsive to our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs is proving to be successful in the River Heights area. The result is making a prosperous future a reality for our students and workforce.

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The Citizen Police Academy is an educational and informative program that allows citizens the opportunity to learn about the issues that face law enforcement efforts in our community. The program provides insight into the philosophy and operations of the department. The Citizen Police Academy also helps residents better understand police work in their community, and develops stronger ties between the community and police department.

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Community-based policing is an important and vital aspect of crime control in any community. It’s all about the police actively working with the community to prevent crime and create a safer environment. One way to engage the community in safety is through the Citizen Police Academy program. It’s a tool used by police departments to inform the public of what they do, improve communication, and obtain citizen input, assistance and support throughout the community by sharing information. Organized by both the South St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights Police Departments, community members may apply to attend the Academy which runs one night a week for three months during the fall. “An important outcome of the Citizen’s Academy is a more realistic view of the job. Citizens get a chance to experience the job of law enforcement by being the officer. Participants learn first-hand that actual law enforcement encounters are not like television. Unlike old westerns, good and bad isn’t easily identified by the color cowboy hat a person wears. When a citizen participates in scenarios they’re often surprised by how first impressions are deceiving and how fast things can change,” commented Sergeant Kasey Schrandt of the Inver Grove Heights Police Department. The Citizen Police Academy is an educational and informative program that allows citizens the opportunity to learn about the issues that face law enforcement efforts in our community. The program provides insight into the philosophy and operations of the department. The Citizen Police Academy also helps residents better understand police work in their community, and develops stronger ties between the community and police department. Sergeant David Greengo of the South St. Paul Police Department stated, “With the start of the Citizen’s

Academy just a few years ago, we have had many Citizen’s Academy participants that have gone on to become part of South St. Paul’s Police Reserve Program, as well as sitting on the South St. Paul Police & Fire Civil Service Commission. Those that have gone on to join our Police Reserves have made a great addition to the unit and have certainly been beneficial to the community.” The support given by Inver Grove Heights Police Chief Stanger and South St. Paul Police Chief Messerich is invaluable. Without their constant support, the academy couldn’t continue at the high level of quality it is known for. For more information, visit either cities websites. Another way the police departments inform the community of their efforts is at the River Heights Local Issues Meetings. Once a month, business owners gather for a Local Issues meeting to hear from Police Chief Messerich and Police Chief Stanger about their staffing, budgets, crime alerts and fraud trends that business owners need to be aware of. Department leadership believes in keeping the line of communication open between law enforcement and the local business community. The local police force is visible and is committed to partnering with residents and business owners in an effort to keep our neighborhoods safe. Our communities are proud participants in Inver Grove Heights Days, Kaposia Days and the 6th Annual Night to Unite, Minnesota’s statewide celebration. The 2014 Night to Unite will take place on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 and will celebrate & strengthen neighborhood and community partnerships. Night to Unite is sponsored by the Minnesota Crime Prevention Association, AAA of Minnesota/ Iowa and local law enforcement communities. River Heights Chamber of Commerce | www.riverheights.com 25

The Cities of Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul are excited for you experience the beauty and fun of our communities.

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hospitality & transportation at its finest The Cities of Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul welcome residents and visitors alike. Both cities are situated on the banks of the Mississippi River and are conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown Saint Paul and 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis. South St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights provide quick and easy freeway access to/from I-494 and Hwy 52, to many attractions and destinations, including the Light Rail transit system, currently located about 12 miles away at Mall of America, with routes to downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. Our cities offer a perfect base for guests to stay and play Inver Grove Heights boosts a variety of dining options and activities such as bowling, sand volleyball, golf courses, a fine arts theater, a movie theatre and a beautiful view of the Mississippi River from the Rock Island Swing Bridge along the Mississippi River Regional Trail. Inver Grove Heights has three hotels, along with an indoor waterpark, ice arena and a number of meeting spaces inside Veterans Memorial Community Center. Furthermore, South St. Paul has fun, hometown dining options, cozy coffee shops along with mainstreet shopping, a dog park, disc golf courses and a hotel with onsite dining and beautiful banquet space. Since being built in 1887, The Historic Concord Exchange building

has been one of South St. Paul’s most prominent landmarks. Originally designed to house businesses associated with the adjacent stockyards. The building also housed South Saint Paul’s first post office and the city’s first bank. Saint Paul architect, Charles A Reed, designed the Exchange Building. He also helped design over 100 railroad stations across the country, including Grand Central Station in New York City. Locally, his best known work is the Saint Paul Hotel, which was completed in 1910. The Exchange Building became vacant in the mid 1970’s and was placed on the National Register in 1980. It remained vacant until 1998, when it opened as a hotel and operated as such for a year before closing. Several years later, the building was once again purchased and repurposed. Today, the Historic Concord Exchange is an Event Center hosting weddings, corporate and charity events, quienceneras, parties and more. With much of the original millwork intact, the interior architecture of the building is spectacular. Hotel rooms on the 4th and 5th floors are available for event guests who wish to stay after the event. The Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport and St. Paul Holman Field Airport are only minutes away. In addition, South St. Paul operates Fleming Field Airport. Fleming Field Airport is the only non-MAC reliever airport, providing no landing fees, no ramp fees, a first-class terminal building for pilots and passengers, and without fail the most competitive fuel prices in the metro area. With a 4001 foot paved runway, Fleming Field is capable of handling all types of aircraft, from Cessna 172’s to Cessna Citations. For more information on Fleming Field Airport visit flemingfield.com or call (651) 554-3350. The Cities of Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul are excited for you to experience the beauty and fun of our communities. River Heights Chamber of Commerce | www.riverheights.com 27

demographics

tourism in dakota county & minnesota The leisure and hospitality market in Minnesota generates $12.5 billion annually in gross sales and more than $34 million a day. It also generates revenues of $811 million in state sales tax which equates to 17% of Minnesota’s sales tax annual revenues. Travel and tourism contributes to more than 245,000 full- and part-time jobs, $4.3 billion in wages and 11% of the state’s total private sector employment. Every $1 invested in state tourism marketing returns an estimated $8 in state and local taxes, and $84 in spending by travelers. Sales at leisure and hospitality businesses grew 54% from 2000 to 2012, including 5% annual growth for 2012. Sources: Minnesota Department of Revenue; Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

economic impact Minnesota’s Leisure and Hospitality Industry, 2012 Gross Sales State SalesTax Jobs Dakota County

$756,875,628

Metro Region Total $8,403,896,289 Minnesota Total

$12,467,603,066

dakota county geography Named after the Dakota tribe who lived in Minnesota and the surrounding states, Dakota County means “alliance.” This closely-knit county comprises 20 cities and 13 townships just south of Saint Paul. The winding Minnesota River and Mississippi River form the county’s northern and eastern borders, creating a picturesque landscape. Dakota County is 593 square miles in area and has a population of approximately 408,509 (estimated 2013). Situated in the southeast corner of the Twin Cities Metropolitan area, it is the third most populous county in the state of Minnesota. Dakota County recently ranked among the top ten large U.S. communities in the Fourth Economy Index, thanks to measures of investment, talent, stainability, place and diversity.

area population & income Population..............................................................408,509 (2013 estimate)

$50,422,799

16,657

$551,718,509

156,742

(as of 2011)

$810,615,926

245,411

Average Household Size......................................2.7 people

Minority Population................ 18% non-white or Hispanic

(as of 2011)

Percentage of growth from 2000-2010.......................... 12% (as of 2010) Median age......................................................... 37.2 years (2011 estimate)

Median household income......................................$69,902 (as of 2011)

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area information

inver grove heights population & income

south st. paul population & income

Population................................................ 34,303 Population, percentage change.................... 1.2%

Population........................................... 20,290 Population, percentage change................1.2%

April 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013

April 1, 2010 -July 1, 2012

Minority Population..................................14.3% Persons 65 years and over..........................11.8% Number of Households............................ 13,354 Persons per household..................................2.50 Median household income...................... $64,640 Employment...............................................8,112 Total number of firms.................................2,686 Land area in square miles...........................27.76 Persons per square mile...............................1,236

Minority Population............................. 14.7% Persons 65 years and over........................12% Number of Households......................... 8,290 Persons per household............................. 2.43 Median household income................. $55,309 Employment.......................................... 8,112 Total number of firms............................ 1,192 Land area in square miles........................ 5.65 Persons per square mile.......................... 3,570

2013 Estimates

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inver grove heights | city information city hall

Open Monday through Friday, 8a.m.-4:30p.m. (651) 450-2500 8150 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 www.invergroveheights.org

elected officials

George Tourville, Mayor Tom Bartholomew, Council member Rosemary Piekarski Krech, Council member Jim Mueller, Council member Dennis Madden, Council member Council members are elected at-large

meetings The following meetings are held monthly at City Hall City Council . ........................2nd and 4th Mondays, 7p.m. Planning Commission..............1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 7p.m. Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.................... 2nd Wednesdays, 7p.m. Environmental Commission...............4th Thursdays, 7p.m. Economic Development Authority.................2nd Monday of February, May, August, and November

city offices

Administration............................................(651) 450-2510 Animal Control............................................(651) 450-2525 Building Inspections....................................(651) 450-2550 City Clerk....................................................(651) 450-2513 City Hall......................................................(651) 450-2500 Community Development............................(651) 450-2546 Crime Tip Line............................................(651) 450-2530 Fire Dept (Non-Emergency)........................(651) 450-3492 Parks & Recreation......................................(651) 450-2585 Park Maintenance........................................(651) 450-2581 Planning & Zoning......................................(651) 450-2545 Police Dept (Non-Emergency).....................(651) 450-2525 Public Works................................................(651) 450-2570 Recycling Information.................................(651) 450-2510 Street Maintenance......................................(651) 450-2556 TDD (Hearing Impaired)............................(651) 450-2501 Utility Billing...............................................(651) 450-2520 Utility Maintenance.....................................(651) 450-2565 Voting Information......................................(651) 450-2513

auto/car licensing Inver Grove License Center, Inc. (651) 453-1619 9057 Broderick Boulevard Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

building permits

Property owners or authorized agents wishing to construct, alter or add to a building must apply for a building permit with the Community Development Department in accordance with federal, state and city requirements. For more information, call (651) 450-2550.

tourism information

Inver Grove Heights Convention & Visitors Bureau 5782 Blackshire Path, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2266 | www.visitigh.com

mail service

United States Post Office (800) 275-8777 6566 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

rental facilities

The Veterans Memorial Community Center has meetings and event spaces available for rent by businesses and individuals. Call (651) 450-2580.

trash pick-up and recycling

The City annually licenses a number of trash haulers for residents to choose from. Find licensed trash haulers at www.invergroveheights.org

water/sewer service

The City provides water and sewer services. If you are moving to Inver Grove Heights, call Utility Billing at (651) 450-2520 at least one week in advance to make arrangements for water meter reading and billing.

community services

DARTS........................................................(651) 455-1560 DARTS Transportation Services..................(651) 455-1339 Inver Glen Library.......................................(651) 552-7527 Inver Grove Heights License Center............(651) 453-1619 Neighbors, Inc.............................................(651) 455-1508 Post Office....................................................(800) 275-8777 Town Square Television/NDC4....................(651) 450-9891

recreational services

Fire/Rescue/Police 911

Arbor Pointe Golf Club...............................(651) 451-9678 Inver Wood Golf Course.............................(651) 457-3667 Senior Center...............................................(651) 450-2469 Veterans Memorial Community Center.......(651) 450-2480

animal licenses

schools

in case of emergency Dog licenses are available through the City Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. For more information, call (651) 450-2513.

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Administration............................................(651) 306-7800 B.E.S.T. Foundation.....................................(651) 552-8586 School Closing Emergency...........................(651) 306-7863 School Lunch Line.......................................(651) 306-7862

south st. paul | city information city hall

Open Monday through Friday, 8a.m.-4:30p.m. (651) 554-3200 125 3rd Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 www.southstpaul.org

elected officials Beth Baumann, Mayor Lori Hansen, Council member Christopher Lehmann, Council member Dan Niederkorn, Council member Todd Podgorski, Council member Marilyn Rothecker, Council member Tom Seaberg, Council member Council members are elected at-large

meetings

The following meetings are held monthly at City Hall City Council...................... 1st and 3rd Mondays, 7:15p.m. Council Worksessions............2nd and 4th Mondays, 7p.m. Planning Commission....................... 1st Wednesday, 7p.m.

city offices Building Inspections....................................(651) 554-3220 Central Square Community Center..............(651) 306-3690 City Administrator......................................(651) 554-3202 City Clerk....................................................(651) 554-3204 Community Affairs Liaison.........................(651) 554-3230 Dispatch/Animal Control............................(651) 322-2323 Engineering..................................................(651) 554-3210 Finance........................................................(651) 554-3200 Fleming Field Airport..................................(651) 554-3350 Housing & Redevelopment Authority..........(651) 554-3270 Human Resources........................................(651) 554-3203 Library........................................................(651) 554-3240 Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office..............................................(651) 554-3203 Parks & Recreation......................................(651) 306-3690 Planning & Zoning......................................(651) 554-3217 Police...........................................................(651) 554-3300 Public Works................................................(651) 554-3225 South Metro Fire Department.....................(651) 554-3250 Utility Billing...............................................(651) 554-3209 Wakota Arena..............................................(651) 554-3330

animal licenses

Cat and dog licenses are available through the City Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. For more information, call (651) 554-3200.

building permits

Property owners or authorized agents wishing to construct, alter or add to a building must apply for a building permit with the Engineering Department. For more information, call (651) 554-3210.

business and rental housing licenses Business licenses and rental housing licenses can be obtained at City Hall, City Clerk Office. For more information, call (651) 554-3200.

mail service

United States Post Office (800) 275-8777 236 Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075

community services

DARTS........................................................(651) 455-1560 DARTS Transportation Services..................(651) 455-1339 South St. Paul Library.................................(651) 554-3240 Motor Vehicle License.................................(651) 552-7603 Municipal Airport/Fleming Field................(651) 554-3350 Neighbors, Inc.............................................(651) 455-1508 Post Office....................................................(800) 275-8777 Town Square Television/NDC4....................(651) 450-9891

recreational services

Central Square Community Center..............(651) 306-3690 Parks & Recreation......................................(651) 306-3690 Wakota Ice Arena........................................(651) 554-3330 South St. Paul has 15 parks, covering 245 acres of park land including three facilities available to rent for those family picnics or special events.

schools

Administration Center.................................(651) 457-9400 Community Learning Center.......................(651) 450-9966 Kaposia Education Center...........................(651) 451-9260 Lincoln Center Elementary..........................(651) 457-9426 www.sspps.org

in case of emergency Fire/Rescue/Police 911

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utilites electric/gas

Depending on the location of your home, electricity is provided by either:

Dakota Electric

(651) 463-6212 www.dakotaelectric.com

Xcel Energy

(800) 895-4999 www.xcelenergy.com

newspapers St. Paul Pioneer Press (daily) (651) 222-5011

Star Tribune (daily) (612) 673-4343

South West Review Lillie News (weekly) (651) 777-8800

Dakota County Tribune (weekly) (952) 846-2028

South St. Paul Voice (monthly) (651) 457-1177

Inver Grove Heights Patch (online) www.invergroveheightspatch.com

telephone, internet & cable CenturyLink

(800) 244-1111 www.centurylink.com

Comcast

(800) 266-2278 www.comcast.com

Town Square Television/NDC4 (651) 450-9891 www.townsquare.tv

housing & community development Dakota County Community Development Agency (651) 675-4440 www.dakotacda.org

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ELECTED OFFICIALS DIRECTORY government center (651) 437-3191 1590 Highway 55 Hastings MN 55033-2343 www.co.dakota.mn.us

District 2

Cities of South St. Paul, West St. Paul, Sunfish Lake, and Inver Grove Heights Precincts 1 and 8-10.

Representative District 52A

Representative Rick Hansen (DFL) 451 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155 651-296-6828 E-mail: rep.rick.hansen@house.mn

Representative District 52B

Commissioner Kathleen A. Gaylord (651) 438-4428 (Office) 2301 Anthony St South St. Paul MN 55075-5832 kathleen.gaylord@co.dakota.mn.us

Representative Joe Atkins (DFL) 583 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155 651-296-4192 E-mail: rep.joe.atkins@house.mn

District 4

Representative District 54A

Cities of Inver Grove Heights Precincts 2-7; Eagan Precincts 8 and 13-17; Rosemount Precincts 1-2, 4, and 6-7. Commissioner Nancy Schouweiler (651) 438-4430 (Office) 4000 90th St E Inver Grove Heights MN 55076-3727 nancy.schouweiler@co.dakota.mn.us

state officials

www.leg.state.mn.us House Information 651 296-2146 Senate Information 651 296-0504 Governor Mark Dayton (DFL) 651.201.3400 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 130 State Capitol St. Paul, MN 55155 mark.dayton@state.mn.us

Senate District 52

Senator James P. Metzen (DFL) 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Capitol, Room 322 St. Paul, MN 55155-1606 (651) 296-4370 sen.jim.metzen@senate.mn

Representative Dan Schoen (D) 533 State Office Building 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155 651-296-4342 E-mail: rep.dan.schoen@house.mn

federal officials U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (DFL) (612) 727-5220 Metro Office 1200 Washington Avenue South Suite 250 Minneapolis, MN 55415 U.S. Senator Al Franken (DFL) (651) 221-1016 60 East Plato Blvd Suite 220 Saint Paul, MN 55107 (651) 221-1016

U.S. House District 2

Congressman John Kline (R) 350 W. Burnsville Parkway, Suite 135 Burnsville, MN 55337 Phone: (952) 808-1213

Senate District 54

Senator Katie Sieben (DFL) 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Capitol, Room 208 St. Paul, MN 55155-1606 (651) 297-8060 sen.katie.sieben@senate.mn

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calendar

of events

inver grove heights 2014 EVENTS

2015 EVENTS

Veterans Memorial Community Center | 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Veterans Memorial Community Center

Come purchase fresh and locally grown fruits, vegetables, flowers, bread and more at the Inver Grove Heights Farmers’ Market!

ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR | February 14th

INVER GROVE HEIGHTS DAYS September 5th through September 7th

Shop locally made gifts, crats, art & more!

FARMERS’ MARKET | June 22nd through October 5th

Various City locations

HARMON FARMS TRAIL RUN | September 14th Harmon Park Reserve

Enjoy a 5 or 10-mile run at the beautiful Harmon Park Reserve located in Salem Hills Park. The race takes place on moderate hills, rugged, non-paved, single track trails and beautiful scenery. The course is a two-lap course (one for 5-mile) with mile markers and water stops. Register now by going to www.active.com and search Harmon Farms Trail Run.

TOUCH-A-TRUCK | September 27th Veterans Memorial Community Center

DADDY / DAUGHTER DATE NIGHT | February 6th

Veterans Memorial Community Center

ACTIVE AGING FAIR | April 22nd Veterans Memorial Community Center

INDOOR GARAGE AND TOY SALE | May 2nd Veterans Memorial Community Center

HIKE IT! NATIONAL TRAILS DAY | June 6th Harmon Park Reserve

Come celebrate National Trails Day with us at Harmon Park Reserve! Spend the morning walking these great unpaved trails in some of the most beautiful terrain in Inver Grove Heights. Participants will receive a free gift and snack for joining us. Event is free!

A free morning for kids to climb inside, touch and explore the trucks you see everyday

WOMEN’S EXPO | October 11th

Veterans Memorial Community Center Visit booths on health, beauty, finance and more. Free and open to the public.

ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR | October 11th Veterans Memorial Community Center Shop locally made gifts, crats, art & more!

BOO BASH | October 24th Veterans Memorial Community Center

TAKING CARE OF YOU | November 1st Veterans Memorial Community Center

Veterans Memorial Community Center 8055 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN (651) 450-2480

SKATE WITH SANTA | December 13th Veterans Memorial Community Center

Strap on your ice skates and come skate with Santa! Take some photos and enjoy cookies and warm apple cider.

HOLIDAY ON MAIN STREET | December 13th Veterans Memorial Community Center

FAMILY NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY | December 31st Veterans Memorial Community Center

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Harmon Park Reserve 1642 Upper 55th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN

south st. paul 2014 EVENTS

FARMERS’ MARKET | July 2nd through September 24th Wakota Federal Credit Union Parking Lot | 3:00pm - 6:30pm Come purchase fresh and locally grown fruits, vegetables, flowers, bread and more at the South St. Paul Farmers’ Market!

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA December 13th, 9:00am - 11:00am Lincoln Center Elementary School | 357 9th Avenue N Bring the whole family for a pancake breakfast with all the trimmings.

SOUTHWEST LIONESS SANTA STORE

South St. Paul Public Library | 106 Third Avenue N.

December 13th, 9:00am - 11:00pm Lincoln Center Elementary School | 357 9th Avenue N

NIGHT TO UNITE | August 5th, 5:00pm - 9:00pm

SKATE WITH SANTA | December 13th, 11:10am - 12:10pm

Community-wide

Wakota Arena | 141 Sixth Street S.

Night to Unite is an effective and fun way to get to know your neighbors and prevent crime. This is a chance for neighbors to turn on their lights and come together to strengthen their neighborhood bonds.

2015 EVENTS

FILL THE BACKPACK CAMPAIGN

Community-wide

SOUTH ST. PAUL SINGS | July 10th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

August 5th through August 22nd South St. Paul City Hall | 125 Third Avenue N The South St. Paul Mayor’s Youth Task Force supplies backpacks, and asks the community to purchase school supplies to fill the backpacks.

ON THE ROAD AGAIN | October 4th, 9:00am - 5:00pm Southview Boulevard

South St. Paul’s annual fall festival, with car shows, crafts, street performances and food cook-off.

WAKOTA ARENA RE-GRAND OPENING & HALLOWEEN SKATE | October 26th, 1:00pm - 4:00pm Wakota Arena | 141 Sixth Street S.

COMMUNITY-WIDE FOOD DRIVE | March SSP GIANT EGG HUNT | April 4th, 10:00am Kaposia Park | 1028 Wilde Avenue

All kids (ages 1 to 8) are invited to hunt for candy and prizes. Come early to visit with the Easter Bunny!

SKATE WITH THE EASTER BUNNY April 4th, 11:10am - 12:10pm Wakota Arena | 141 Sixth Street S.

SSP RIVER BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT May 13th, 5:30pm Registration Spiral Bridge | 398 Grand Avenue E.

South St. Paul’s annual fall festival, with car shows, crafts, street performances and food cook-off.

ALL CITY CAMP OUT | June 12th through June 13th

THE GREAT HALLOWEEN GET TOGETHER

SWIMMING UNDER THE STARS

Lorraine Park | 756 Third Avenue S.

October 31st, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Marie Avenue

June 17th through August 19th, 8:00pm - 10:00pm Northview Pool | 635 18th Avenue N.

Trick-or-treating for the kids, and lots of fall activities.

ALL CITY GARAGE SALE

RECYCLE YOUR PUMPKIN November 1st, 1:00pm - 3:00pm SSP High School Practice Field | 700 Second Street N.

June 25th through June 27th, 9:00am - 5:00pm Community-wide

KAPOSIA DAYS | June 26th through June 28th

HOLIDAZE IN SOUTH ST PAUL & TREE LIGHTING

Community-wide

November 30th, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Marie Avenue

ALL COMMUNITY WATER BALLOON DODGE BALL TOURNAMENT | June 28th, 12:00pm - 2:00pm Central Square Community Center | 100 Seventh Avenue N. River Heights Chamber of Commerce | www.riverheights.com 35

Veterans Memorial Community Center

map key CITY PARK GOLF COURSE

Health • Fitness • Fun • Family Memberships Available!

SCHOOLS GOV’T BUILDING POINT OF INTEREST

www.funatthegrove.com 8055 Barbara Ave. • 651-450-2480

Make the smart choice. Get your next loan at Wakota Federal Credit Union

Learn more about your community Credit Union at www.wakotafcu.org 1151 Southview Blvd. South St. Paul, MN 55075 651.451.3330 www.wakotafcu.org

Established in 1931

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RIVER HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Kaposia Park

Kaposia Landing Off-Leash Dog Park

Lincoln Center E.S. South St. Paul H.S. Central Square Community Center

Community Learning Ctr.

Holy Trinity Preschool

Schmitt Lake

Salem Hills Park Dickman Park

Kaposia Ed. Ctr. Salem River Heights Hills E.S. Chamber of Commerce Atheneum Mcgroarty Magnet Prog. Park

Mcmorrow Field

Harmon Park Reserve

Bohrer Pond

North Valley Hilltop E.S.

Skyview Park

Park

Rock Island Swing Bridge

South Valley Park

Veterans Memorial Community Center

Simley H.S. Inver Hills Comm. College

Rosenberger Lake

Mariana Ranch Trails

Oakwood Park

Concord Park

Simley Lake

Inver Grove Heights M.S. Sleepy Hollow Park River Heights Park

Marcott Lake Ohmans Lake

Ordway Natural History Study Area

Marcott Woods

Pine Bend E.S. Rich Valley Park

Southern Lake Park

Broadmoor Park

Inver Grove Heights • Inver Grove Heights is a full-service community with high quality public services.

• High quality parks and recreation programs and facilities including ‘The Grove’ Aquatic and Fitness Park, Inver Wood Golf Course and 52 miles of beautiful walking trails. • An amazing 92% of Inver Grove Heights residents rate the quality of life as excellent or good. For living, learning, raising families and doing business...

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WWW.RIVERHEIGHTS.COM

river heights chamber

commerce

2014-2015 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

categorical listing ACCOUNTANTSCERTIFIEDPUBLIC EQUI-TAX

John Stevens 1870 50th Street East, Suite 8 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 773-5000 www.equitax.net

JAMES P. LEARY, JR., LTD, CPA

James Leary 1560 Livingston Avenue, Suite 102 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 450-9373 www.learycpa.com

JODEE PAAPE & ASSOCIATES, LLC

Jodee Paape 100 BridgePoint Drive, Suite 120 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-4621 www.jodeepaape.com

LEWIS, KISCH & ASSOCIATES, LTD

Carol Sailer 1125 S Frontage Rd, Suite 1 Hastings, MN 55033 (651) 437-3356 www.lewiskisch.com

MAHONEY, ULBRICH, CHRISTIANSEN & RUSS Elizabeth Barchenger 30 East Plato Boulevard St. Paul, MN 55107 (651) 227-6695 www.mucr.com See our ad on Pg. 23

ADVERTISING SPECIALTIES FASTSIGNS

Brian MacKenzie 1354 Mendota Road Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-4559 www.fastsigns.com/286 Signs/Trade Show Displays

HALO BRANDED SOLUTIONS/PROMOTIONS

Bob Slesinger 9100 West Bloomington Freeway Suite 133 Bloomington, MN 55431 (612) 867-4646 www.bobslesinger.com

AGRICULTURE CHS INC.

SIMON’S APPLIANCE

John Simon 7090 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-0189 simonsappliances.com

ARCHITECTS/ ENGINEERING CIVIL METHODS, INC

John Engelen 5500 Cenex Drive Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 355-6000 www.chsinc.com

Kent Brander 1551 Livingston Ave, Suite 104 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (763) 210-5713 www.civilmethods.com Engineers/Surveyors/Planners

AIRCRAFT-DEALERS, EQPT & REPAIR

KRECH, O’BRIEN, MUELLER & ASSOCIATES, INC

WIPAIRE, INC.

Chuck Wiplinger 1700 Henry Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1205 www.wipaire.com

APARTMENTS PONDVIEW APARTMENTS Marty Schreier 2565 Ivy Avenue East Maplewood, MN 55119 (651) 290-0484 pondviewapartment.com

ROLLING MEADOWS COOPERATIVE

Chris Gallahue 3249 East 78th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1871 rollingmeadowscoop.com

APPLIANCES-MAJORSERVICE & REPAIR J.R.’S ADVANCED RECYCLERS

Terry Zeien 10619 Courthouse Blvd Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 454-9215 www.jrsappliance.com Recycling - Hazardous Waste/ Non-Hazardous Industrial Waste

Jim Krech 6115 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-4605 www.komainc.com

ASPHALT PAVING CONTRACTORS BITUMINOUS ROADWAYS, INC. Kent Peterson 1520 Commerce Drive Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 686-7001 www.bitroads.com

PINE BEND PAVING

Joe Jacoby P.O. Box 72 Vermillion, MN 55085 (651) 437-2333 www.pinebendpaving.com

ATTORNEYS GRANNIS & HAUGE, P.A. Vance Grannis, Jr. 1260 Yankee Doodle Rd, Suite 200 Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 456-9000 www.grannishauge.com

GRANNIS & LEHMANN, P.A. Christopher J. Lehmann 412 Southview Blvd, Suite 100 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-1661

LEVANDER, GILLEN & MILLER, P.A.

Kenneth Rohlf 633 South Concord St, Suite 400 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1831 www.levander.com

SNELLING LAW OFFICE, LLC Steven Snelling 971 Sibley Memorial Hwy Lilydale , MN 55118 (651) 470-5175 www.stevesnellinglaw.com

TAURINSKAS, P. JAMES

P. James Taurinskas 633 South Concord St, Suite 320 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-9743 www.taurinskaslaw.com

AUTO GLASS-REPAIR CITY AUTO GLASS

Mike Schenian 116 South Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 552-1000 www.cityautoglass.com

AUTOMOBILE DEALERS ARROW BUICK-PONTIACGMC TRUCK

Scott L. Reid 1111 East Highway 110 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 552-2222 arrowpontiacgmc.com

DELACY AUTOMOTIVE

Eric Delacy 528 South Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 453-1000 www.delacyauto.com

FOOTH AUTO SALES

Ben Footh 1426 So. Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 756-8340 www.foothauto.com

FURY MOTORS

Tom Leonard 1000 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1313 www.furymotors.com

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INVER GROVE HONDA

Bryan Okubo 4605 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 306-8600 http://www.invergrovehonda.com

INVER GROVE HYUNDAI

Jack Shimota 1290 East 50th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 204-4400 invergrovehyundai.com

HEPPNER’S AUTO BODY

Laura Jacobson 6042 Claude Way East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-7920 heppnersautobody.com

PAUL’S AUTO & TIRE, INC.

Paul Goodwill 3052 65th Street East Inver Grove Heights,MN 55076 (651) 450-1326

INVER GROVE TOYOTA

Jeff Stearns 1037 Highway 110 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-6000 www.invergrovetoyota.com

LUTHER NISSAN KIA

Brad Knutson 1470 50th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-5757 www.lutherauto.com

MAUER CHEVROLET

Steve Stengrim 1055 Highway 110 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-6283 www.mauerchev.com

MOTION AUTOMOTIVE Gordon Karg 820 North Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-8920 motionauto.org

USED CARS & TRUCKS FOR LESS

Dan Peterson 4625 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 306-4680 usedcarsandtrucksforless.com

VOLKSWAGEN OF INVER GROVE

David Roen 1325 50th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 552-9100 www.vwinvergrove.com

AUTOMOBILE PARTSNEW EXPRESS AUTO PARTS

Bill Corniea 1111 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1813 www.autopartsmn.com

AUTOMOBILE/TRUCK REPAIRS & SERVICE GOODYEAR - ULTIMATE CAR CARE

Trent Larson 5641 Blackburn Lane Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-4426 www.ultimate-carcare.com

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FRANDSEN BANK & TRUST Jon Fumich 4388 Round Lake Road West Arden Hills, MN 55112 (651) 407-5772 www.frandsenbank.com

KEY COMMUNITY BANK INVER GROVE HEIGHTS

Meghan Ruecker 5684 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-7539 keycommunitybank.com

KEY COMMUNITY BANK SOUTH ST. PAUL QUALITY AUTO CARE CENTER Bruce Bairaktaris 100 South Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-6255 qualityautocarecenter.com See our ad on the inside front cover

BANKS AMERICAN BANK

Angela Olsen 7055 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 634-6285 www.americanbankmn.com

AMERICAN BANK

Ross Dahlin 1060 Dakota Avenue Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 452-1320 www.americanbankmn.com

ANCHOR BANK, N.A.

Stephen Nesvig 66 East Thompson Avenue West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 457-1111 www.anchorlink.com

ASSOCIATED BANK

Brian Mangan 9050 Buchanan Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 554-8774 www.associatedbank.com

BREMER BANK INVER GROVE HEIGHTS

Annette Walters 6800 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-8581 www.bremer.com

BREMER BANK SOUTH ST. PAUL

Scott Ganje 633 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6822 www.bremer.com

CENTRAL BANK

Todd Hovland 835 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2133 www.centralbnk.com See our ad on Pg. 15

Greg Dennis 515 Marie Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-7539 keycommunitybank.com

BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTOR/ WINERY CANNON RIVER WINERY Maureen Maloney 421 Mill Street West Cannon Falls, MN 55009 (507) 263-7400 www.cannonriverwinery.com

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Tim Drkula 6710 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1717 www.dracspub.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars See our ad on the Inside Back Cover

MATTIE’S LANES SPORTS BAR & GRILLE Kyle Lockwood 365 North Concord South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-3220 Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

BUS COMPANIES SAFE-WAY BUS COMPANY, INC.

Jane Stiles 6030 Carmen Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1375

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS HOPE & OPPORTUNITIES

Mark Biermann 6140 Doffing Ave E, Box #14 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 775-0461 hopeandopportunities.com

BUSINESS SERVICES BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU Sara Hilliker 220 South River Ridge Circle Burnsville, MN 55337 (651) 699-0011 www.thefirstbbb.org

MINNESOTA WASTE WISE Jill Curran 400 Robert Street North Suite 1500 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 292-4653 www.mnwastewise.org

CARPET & RUG CLEANING ULTIMATE CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Jon Erickson 2206 Matterhorn Lane St. Paul, MN 55119 (651) 221-0747 www.ultimatecarpet.us

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE RIVER HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Jennifer Gale 5782 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2266 www.riverheights.com See our ad on Pg. P

CHIROPRACTORS PREMIER HEALTH OF SOUTH ST. PAUL

Dr. Gina Rivas-Castro 1020 Marie Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-5463 www.premierhealthmn.com

RIVER HEIGHTS HEALTH & INJURY CLINIC

Dr. Ryan Hetland 5300 South Robert Trail, Suite 700 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 756-7941 www.riverheightsclinic.com

SOUTH ST. PAUL FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Julie Foote 421 Marie Avenue P.O. Box 122 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-2366 drjuliefoote.com

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS, WHOLESALE EVERGREEN INDUSTRIES

Tim Ahern 4921 Babcock Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-4441 evergreenindustries.net

CHURCHES RIVER HEIGHTS VINYARD CHURCH

Sue Marsden 6070 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 456-7644 riverheightsvineyard.org

CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS & ASSOCIATIONS 360 COMMUNITIES

Laurie Rieb 501 East Highway 13, Suite 102 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 985-5300 www.360communities.org

COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE/MN WING

Linda Franke 310 Airport Road Fleming Field, Hangar 3 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-6942 www.cafmn.org

DARTS

Steve Hashig 1645 Marthaler Lane West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 455-1560 www.darts1.org

GUILD INCORPORATED

George Broostin 130 Wabasha Street South, Suite 90 St. Paul, MN 55107 (651) 925-8454 www.guildincorporated.org

INVER GROVE HEIGHTS ROYALTY PROGRAM

Dale Henninger 5782 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2266 www.missigh.com

NEIGHBORS, INC.

John Kemp 222 Grand Avenue West South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-5000 www.neighborsmn.org

COLLECTION AGENCIES CENTER RECOVERY SERVICES, LLC

Rob Thompson 5782 Blackshire Path, Suite B Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 493-3689 www.crs9.com

COMMERCIAL CONTRACT CLEANING SERVICES MAID FOR YOU BY SHERRY, LLC

Sherry Berger 7446 Bolton Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (612) 845-0482 Housekeeping

COMPUTER SERVICES C-INC., I.T.

Ramey Cortinas 4591 Greenleaf Drive East Eagan, MN 55125 (651) 387-6401 www.Cinc-IT.com Graphic & Web Design Website Development & Services

SOUTH ST. PAUL FUTURE, INC. Steve Carrier P.O. Box 144 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2266 www.progressplus.org

SOUTH ST. PAUL KAPOSIA DAYS

Greg Kuntz P.O. Box 144 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2266 www.kaposiadays.org

Natalie Velez 9419 Buckley Court Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-9371 www.GNBMN.com

TOTAL CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT

Mary C. Krech 10195 Inver Grove Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1384 www.total-const.com

CONSTRUCTION/ CONCRETE & MASONRY HARDLINE CONCRETE & MASONRY INC.

Brenda Dietrich 7421 Bester Ave Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 387-2867 hardlinemn.com Concrete, Brick, Block

CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT RENTAL & LEASING WAKOTA LANDING, LLC

IT SAGE LLC

Greg Genz 2425 Gilbert Lane South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 775-6660

SOL- INFORMATION SYSTEMS

CONSULTANTS, MANAGEMENT/ COMMUNICATIONS/ EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Truong Nguyen 1412 7th Ave South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (612) 200-7400 theitsage.com Troy Solis 19950 Dodd Boulevard, #102 Lakeville, MN 55044 (952) 279-2424 www.sol-is.com

CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES/ GENERAL CONTRACTORS

SOUTHWESTERN CONSULTING

Brent Widman 3020 Rosewood Lane North Plymouth, MN 55441 (507) 382-7641 southwesternconsulting.com

CONVENIENCE STORES ARBOR POINTE HOLIDAY

Chris Lotysz 9087 Broderick Boulevard Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1760 holidaystationstores.com

SEASONS TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATION Rebecca Fuller P.O. Box 25821 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 739-9160

GREAT NORTHERN BUILDERS

ANTONSEN CONSTRUCTION Bob Antonsen 411 Marie ave #B South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 340-1791 antonsenconstruction.com

AYARS & AYARS, INC. Mark Mueller 21900 Kenrick Ave Lakeville, MN 55044 (952) 469-0929 ayarsayars.com

HOLIDAY STATION STORES, INC.

COPIERS/SALES & SERVICE COORDINATED BUSINESS SYSTEMS, LTD Jim Oricchio 851 West 128th Street Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 894-9460 www.coordinated.com

COUNSELING COLLEGE ADVISORS NETWORK Alan Weinblatt 5878 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-5876 www.canetmn.com

CREDIT CARDS & PLANS

Credit Card Processing

WORLDPAY CREDIT CARD PROCESSING Shawn Olson PO Box 2601 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 230-1313 worldpay.us

CREDIT UNIONS RIVERVIEW CREDIT UNION Julia Havens 115 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 224-4631 www.myrcu.com

WAKOTA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mary Matheson 1151 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-3330 www.wakotafcu.org See our ad on Pg. 36

DENTISTS CAHILL DENTAL CARE

Dr. Tricia Braga 6105 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-9101 www.CahillDental.com

Steven Rush 4567 American Blvd West Bloomington, MN 55437 (952) 832-8557 holidaystationstores.com

ROBERT M. HARPER, DDS

KAPOSIA CONVENIENCE CENTER

DRUG TESTING

Roger Green 1214 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-2263 citgo.com/Home.jsp

Dr. Robert Harper 5766 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-6686

ONSITE DRUG TESTING & CONSULTING LLC

Gail Sperlich P.O. Box 2456 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 274-1756 www.onsitedrugtesting.net Health Specialty

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

ENERGY/GAS & ELECTRIC

PROGRESS PLUS

DAKOTA ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION

Jennifer Gale 5782 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2266 www.progressplus.org See our ad on Pg. 9

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS ELECTRIC, FIRE AND SECURITY, INC.

Steven Schnarr 4921 Babcock Trail, Suite E Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 450-0352 www.efsmn.com

NEW TECH ELECTRIC SYSTEMS, INC.

Scott Dreier 397 Bridgepoint Way South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 456-0088 www.newtechelectric.com

RIES ELECTRIC COMPANY John Ries 777 North Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2238 www.rieselectric.com

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & CONSULTANTS BEARENCE MANAGEMENT GROUP Dody Sobaszkiewicz 2010 Centre Pointe Blvd Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 379-7893 www.bearence.com

EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES DAKOTA SCOTT COUNTY WORKFORCE CENTERS

Mark Jacobs 1 Mendota Road, Suite 100 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 554-5622 www.positivelyminnesota.com/ dakotanorth

PROACT, INC.

Cathy McCoy 3195 Neil Armstrong Boulevard Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 686-0405 www.proactinc.org

EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANTS THE TRITON (SEARCH) GROUP LLC

Art Anderson 6160 Bowman Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-7718 www.thetritongroupmn.com

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Peggy Johnson 4300 220th Street West Farmington, MN 55024 (651) 463-6212 www.dakotaelectric.com

XCEL ENERGY

Jake Sedlacek 3000 Maxwell Avenue Newport, MN 55055 (651) 458-1228 www.xcelenergy.com

FABRICS & SUPPLIES MIDWEST FABRICS

Butch Taschner 1226 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6289 www.midwestfabrics.com

FENCES MIDWEST FENCE & MANUFACTURING COMPANY Todd Montgomery 525 East Villaume Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2221 www.midwestfence.com

FINANCIAL & FINANCIAL ADVISORS/ CONSULTANTS EDWARD JONESDOODY OFFICE

Steve Doody 100 Bridgepoint Drive, Suite 130 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-4793 www.edwardjones.com

EDWARD JONESHASSING OFFICE

Paul Hassing 2902 Upper 55th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-0136 www.edwardjones.com

EWING & ASSOCIATESAMERIPRISE FINANCIAL

Karoline Buck 2918 Upper 55th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 389-1177 www.ameripriseadvisors.com/ team/ewing-associates

MIDAMERICA WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Mike Haverkamp 1060 Dakota Drive, Suite 204 St. Paul, MN 55120 (651) 643-8402 www.midamericawm.com

MINNESOTA COLLEGE FUNDING STRATEGIES

Jerry Myers 6015 Cahill Avenue, Suite 200 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-0621 www.mncollegefunding.com

MURPHY FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS Shawn Murphy 1770 Bayard Avenue St. Paul, MN 55116 (651) 698-0428

myhdvest.com/shawnmurphy

FUNERAL HOMES/ FUNERAL PREARRANGEMENT KANDT & TETRICK FUNERAL HOME

Jeff Kandt 140 8th Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-5352 www.Kandt-Tetrick.com See our ad on Pg. 14

KLECATSKY & SONS SOUTHERN FUNERAL CHAPEL

MUTUAL OF OMAHA

Dick Klecatsky 414 Marie Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1551 www.klecatskys.com See our ad on Pg. 23

STAPLES FINANCIAL, INC.

ROBERTS FUNERAL AND CREMATION CHAPEL

John Mandt 1700 West 82nd Street, Suite 160 Bloomington, MN 55431 (612) 345-2792 www.johnmandt.com Kristopher Staples 2906 Upper 55th St Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 289-7800 www.staplesmn.com

FLOOR COVERING ALLIED FLOOR COVERING Mike Gammon 151 BridgePoint Drive South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-9667 alliedfloorcoveringllc.com

BAUER FLOOR COVERING, INC. Gregory Bauer 525 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6437 bauerfloorcovering.com See our ad on Pg. 14

DG WOOD FLOORS

Damian Guon 7175 Angus Ave East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 398-3947 www.dgwoodfloors.com

MINNESOTA CARPET & HARDWOOD LLC

Chris Mason 2401 Pilot Knob Road, Suite 100 Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 686-6624 www.mnhardwood.com

FLORISTS LORA LEA DESIGN STUDIO

Lora Krech 2585 62nd St E Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 470-6254 loraleadesignstudio.com

FOOD NOVELTIES PETERSON POPCORN & ICE CREAM Tom Greengard 3045 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-4086 petersoncorn.com

Jaime Roberts 8108 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-2035 robertsfuneralandcrematiom.com

FURNITURE HARMONY CEDAR

Rick Hansen 1007 15th Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 330-8899 www.harmonycedar.com

ROYAL STAR FURNITURE Tom Fenner 245 Concord Exchange N South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-2222 royalstarliquidators.com

GARDEN CENTERS & NURSERIES GERTENS

Gino Pitera 5500 Blaine Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1501 www.gertens.com

GENERAL MERCHANDISE PAWN AMERICA MINNESOTA, LLC

Chuck Armstrong 5300 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-5555 www.pawnamerica.com

GOLF COURSE/ COUNTRY CLUB ARBOR POINTE GOLF CLUB Darren Johnson 8919 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-9678 www.arborpointegolf.com

MENDAKOTA COUNTRY CLUB Perry Johnson 2075 Mendakota Drive Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 454-2822 www.mendakotacc.com

SOUTHVIEW COUNTRY CLUB Phil Anderson 239 East Mendota Road West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 451-6856 www.southviewcc.com See our ad on Pg. 4

HEALTH CARE PROVIDER/ PHYSICIANS DAKOTA PEDIATRICS, P.A.

Robert Deeb 5975 Carmen Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-9697 www.dakotapediatrics.com

ENTIRA FAMILY CLINICS

HOTELS/MOTELS AMERICINN HOTEL & SUITES Bob Patel 5861 Blaine Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-7511 www.americinn.com/hotels/mn/ invergroveheights

CLARION HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER

GRAPHIC & WEB DESIGN

John Vukelich 2980 Buckley Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-2748 www.eastmetro.net

Lisa Cooper 701 Concord Street South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-3600 www.clarionssp.com

C-INC., I.T.

HEALTH CLUBS

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS

Ramey Cortinas 4591 Greenleaf Drive East Eagan, MN 55125 (651) 387-6401 www.Cinc-IT.com Computer Services Website Development & Services

ENDORSE COMMUNICATIONS, LLC Adam Bengtson 3628 154th Street West Rosemount, MN 55068 (612) 567-6470

endorsecommunications.com

Website Development & Services

ENSEMBLE CREATIVE & MARKETING, LLC

Kristina Murto P.O. Box 899 Lakeville, MN 55044 (952) 469-9460 www.ensemblecreative.com

FAT CAT ART STUDIO LLC

Lisa Marek 7153 Claude Ave East, Apt. C Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (763) 498-1282 www.fatcatartstudio.com

YMCA IN WEST ST. PAUL Katie Lowe 150 East Thompson Avenue West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 457-0048 www.ymcatwincities.org See our ad on Pg. 4

ACE PAINT & HARDWARE

Dennis Simon 3098 65th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-2228 www.aceinvergrove.com

PLATEK, ANNIE

District Office 2990 East 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 306-7866 www.tridistrict.org

STANGER, LARRY

8150 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 450-2526 ci.inver-grove-heights.mn.us

TAURINSKAS, PETER J.

AIR MASTERS HEATING AND COOLING

INDIVIDUALS

TOURVILLE, GEORGE

Brayden Meverden 112 South Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-6324 www.airmastersmn.net

SCHADEGG MECHANICAL

ATKINS, JOSEPH

Representative 2463 78th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 296-4192 www.joeatkins.com

Mayor, Inver Grove Heights 8415 Cooper Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (612) 961-6705

VUJOVICH, CARI

521 Marie Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-9486 www.sspps.org

Daniel Schadegg 225 Bridgepoint Drive South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 292-9933 www.schadegg-mech.com

BARTHOLOMEW, THOMAS

TONNA MECHANICAL, INC.

Mayor, South St. Paul 440 Ninth Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-7588

104 5th Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-9465 www.sspps.org See the South St. Paul Public Schools ad on Pg. 14

KING, STEPHEN P.

WELLS, DR. DEIRDRE

HIDE PROCESSORS

HARDWARE, PAINT, LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT

75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Capitol Building, Room 322 St. Paul, MN 55155 (651) 296-4370

633 South Concord Street, Suite 320 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-7383 taurinskasfinancialgroup.com

CUB FOODS

Greg Schouweiler 102 Fifth Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-4140

METZEN, SENATOR JIM

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS

GROCERIES/DRUG STORE/PHARMACY & GIFTS

PRO PHARMACY

MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM

1515 5th Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 306-3601 www.celearn4ever.org

Don Heikkila 5681 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 552-0555 microtelinn.comIndividuals

Matt Bredehoft P.O. Box 2127 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 288-0422 www.calltonna.com Plumbing

Dale Clawiter 7850 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1579 www.cub.com

Rahul Kansara 5653 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1100 ihg.com/holidayinnexpress

MACKENZIE, BERNADETTE

TWIN CITY HIDE, INC.

8120 Claymore Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-6375

BAUMANN, BETH

125 Third Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 554-3202 www.southstpaul.org

Dave Grove 491 Malden Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-1511 twincityhide.com

LINDELL, BRANNA

HOME INSPECTIONS

LUCKING, WILLIAM

NOOK AND CRANNY HOME INSPECTIONS Monique McClure-Hegge 10668 Alton Court Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 334-4874 www.nchimn.com

125 Third Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 554-3270 www.ssphra.org 8466 College Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-0985

LYNCH, JOE

8150 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 450-2511 ci-inver-grove-heights.mn.us See the City of Inver Grove Heights ad on Pg. 38

WEBB, DR. DAVE

2990 East 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 306-7808 www.invergrove.k12.mn.us See the Inver Grove Heights Community Schools ad on Pg. 15

INSURANCE AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE- SMITH AGENCY Mark Smith 5790 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-6006 www.amfam.com

FARMERS INSURANCE GARY BURNS AGENCY

Gary Burns 1545 Livingston Avenue, Suite 103 West Saint Paul, MN 55118 (651) 450-0863 farmersagent.com/gburns

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FARMERS INSURANCE RADLOFF AGENCY

Lyle Radloff 1185 Concord St. N, Suite 113 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 289-3888 farmersagent.com/lradloff

SHERMAN INSURANCE AGENCY

Rick Albrecht 120 BridgePointe Way, Suite C South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1758 shermanins.com

STATE FARM INSURANCE KUCHERA AGENCY, INC.

Doug Kuchera 5778 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-2216 www.kucheraagency.com

STATE FARM INSURANCE STREMSKI AGENCY Tom Stremski 20 Thompson Avenue East, Suite 201 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 457-6348 www.tomstremski.com

STATE FARM INSURANCE YOUMANS AGENCY

Brian Youmans 6175 Cahill Avenue East, Suite 106 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-4385 www.statefarm.com

LANDFILL OPERATORS FRATTALONE DAWNWAY, LLLP

LANDSCAPE/NURSERY PRODUCTS, WHOLESALE & MANUFACTURING SHERMIK TREE FARMS, INC. Bart Perkins 7120 251st Lane NE Stacy, MN 55079 (651) 462-5570 www.shermiktrees.com

LEATHER TANNING TWIN CITY TANNING COMPANY, L.L.P.

Robert Hawley 501 Malden Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-3040 www.ursi.net

LICENSES INVER GROVE LICENSE CENTER, INC.

Jefferey D. Orth 9057 Broderick Boulevard Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 453-1619 www.invergrovelicense.com

LIQUOR STORES ARBOR POINTE LIQUORS

Tom Harris 9084 Buchanan Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-6775 www.apliquor.com

CHEROKEE MANUFACTURING, INC. John E. Gunderman, Sr. 501 East Richmond Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6568 www.cherokeemfg.com

ENDURANCE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Dave Hoeffel 275 BridgePoint Drive South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-8000 www.epoxi.com

MUSEUM SERVICES

Linda Butler 385 Bridgepoint Drive South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-8954 museumservicescorporation.com

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Gene A. Parks 505 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6858 www.sanimax.com Environmental & Ecological Services

MANUFACTURING, DIVERSIFIED HOLTKOETTER INTERNATIONAL

Paul Eusterbrock 155 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 552-8776 www.holtkoetter.com

ROADWARE, INC.

Kelton Glewwe 381 Bridgepoint Way South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-6122 www.concretemender.com

WATEROUS COMPANY

MANUFACTURING

Patti Simons 134 13th Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-5877 simons-landscaping.com

SANIMAX USA, INC.

EMERALD HILLS VILLAGE

SKB ENVIRONMENTAL

SIMONS LANDSCAPING

MANUFACTURING & PROCESSING, FOOD WASTE RECYCLING

MANUFACTURED HOMES

Nick Frattalone 5965 Dawn Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-554-0752 frattalonecompanies.com

LANDSCAPECONTRACTORS

Shimon Harosh 130 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 554-0200 nationalchoicebakery.com

MANUFACTURING, FIRE PUMPS & WATERWORKS EQUIPMENT

Cathy Carlson 8555 Bacardi Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 454-8128 www.emeraldhillsvillage.com

Ryan O’Gara 251 Starkey Street St. Paul, MN 55107 (651) 224-6329 www.skbinc.com

NATIONAL CHOICE BAKERY / TWIN CITY BAGEL

Bill Smith 125 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-5000 www.waterousco.com See our ad on Pg. 9

MANUFACTURING, TOOL & DIE MATHIAS DIE COMPANY Tom Mathias 391 Malden Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-0105 www.mathias-die.com

MARKETING PROGRAMS & SERVICES CORPORATE 1ST IMPRESSION Mark Maroney 1960 Cliff Lake Road P.O. Box 129-131 Eagan, MN 55121 (612) 598-1290 www.corporate1st.com

HIBU

Kirsten Tappe 2600 Eagan Woods Drive, Suite 100 Eagan, MN 55121 (763) 458-1108 www.hibu.com See our ad on Pg. 23

YOURS TRULY MARKETING INCENTIVES, INC. Ruth Ann Pederson 5826 Blackshire Path, Suite C Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2058 www.ytruly.com

MASSAGE THERAPY ESSENTIAL THERAPEUTIC BODYWORK

Monica Bemus 5778 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 300-2256 www.etbodywork.com

OASIS MASSAGE CENTER

Jean Helfman 1870 50th Street East, Suite 2 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-455-0225 www.theoasismassage.com

MEAT PROCESSORS DAKOTA PREMIUM FOODS, LLC Steve Cortinas 425 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-6611 americanfoodgroups.com

MEATS & SEAFOOD HOMETOWN MEATS

Rob Reitberger 3025 80th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-1397 hometownmeatsigh.com

MINING POLYMET

Jennifer Saran 444 Cedar Street, Suite 2060 St Paul, MN 55101 www.polymetmining.com

MORTGAGE LOANS BELL MORTGAGE

Nick Kalkman 971 Sibley Memorial Hwy, Suite 201 Lilydale, MN 55118 (651) 785-6087 www.nickkalkman.com

MOTORSPORTS HITCHING POST MOTORSPORTS

103 N Concord Exchange South Saint Paul, MN 55076 (651) 451-2521 www.hponline.com

MOVING & STORAGE

PAINTING CONTRACTORS

BESTER BROTHERS TRANSFER Paul Lentz 260 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1018 www.BesterBros.com

PROTOUCH PAINTING, INC. Georgia Hoffman 139 S Concord Exchange St South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-5628 www.protouchpainting.com

MUSICIANS

TALKING WALLS PAINTING

MINNESOTA MUSIC FACTORY

Tony Nystuen 232383-1.INDD 609 1Marie Ave 6/4/14 11:51 AM South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 230-4125 minnesotamusicfactory.com

NEWSPAPERS SOUTH WEST REVIEW

Dave Carlson 14294 56th St N Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 755-4605 talkingwallspainting.com

PAYROLL SERVICES CASHPASS

Kristina Joachim 5300 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-5555 www.cashpass.com

METRO PAYROLL INC.

Ed McLellan 2515 East Seventh Avenue North St. Paul, MN 55109 (651) 777-8800 www.lillienews.com

Tim Medenwaldt 779 Bielenberg Dr 107-101 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 264-1933 www.metropayroll.com

ST. PAUL PIONEER PRESS

PAYDAY AMERICA

Aaron Rother 345 Cedar Street St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 228-5342 www.twincities.com

Cheryl Valenzuela 5300 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-2448 www.paydayamerica.com

NONPROFIT PROFESSIONAL

PHOTOGRAPHY/ STUDIO

ST. PAUL CHAPTER NECA

GREVAS PHOTOGRAPHY

Richard Wynne 5882 Blackshire Path, Suite 100 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 224-3377 www.stpaulneca.org

Dan Grevas 1100 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-0402 www.dangrevasphoto.com

OFFICE-SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT & FURNITURE

PRINTERS, TYPESETTERS & GRAPHICS

OFFICE DEPOT

BYWORDS PRINTING

Kaaren Burgwald 1105 Xenium Lane North, Suite 100 Plymouth, MN 55441 (612) 206-6300 business.officedepot.com

Dee Hobbie 1335 Thompson Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-7576

OIL REFINERY

Bill Horst 224 N Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2261 www.globepubco.com

FLINT HILLS RESOURCES, LP

Matthew Lemke P.O. Box 64596 St. Paul, MN 55164 (651) 438-1331 www.fhr.com See our ad on the back cover

GLOBE PRINTING & OFFICE SUPPLIES

LONE OAK GRAPHICS, INC. Jack Gillespie 10690 Briggs Drive Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 450-5968 www.loneoakgraphics.com

MINUTEMAN PRESS

Cindy Winkle 750 South Plaza Drive, Suite 116 St. Paul, MN 55120 (651) 228-0949 stpaul.minutemanpress.com See our ad on the inside back cover

TANDEM PRINTING, INC. Steve Kane 2970 Lexington Avenue S Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 289-2970 www.tandemprinting.com

TRAVEL TAGS

Mark Luger 5842 Carmen Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1201 www.traveltags.com

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ALIGNED OPERATIONS

Kelly Schaefbauer 3825 Windcrest Court Eagan, MN 55123 (651) 288-3815 www.alignedoperations.com

PROFESSIONAL SPORTS MINNESOTA TWINS BASEBALL CLUB

PROPERTY CARE, INC.

Scott Steinacker P.O. Box 2125 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 554-9949 www.pci@bssentrp.com

PUBLIC AFFAIRS ALTRIA CLIENT SERVICES

Garth Alston 33 East Main Street, Suite 420 Madison, WI 53703 (608) 251-0815 www.altria.com

CONNOLLY KUHL GROUP/ CONNOLLY & ASSOCIATE Patrick Connolly 235 East 6th Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 330-6002 www.connollykuhlgroup.com

PUBLIC RELATIONS & ADVERTISING TABOR COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTING, LLC Barbara Tabor 5826 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1342 www.taborpr.com Marketing Programs & Services

PUBLISHERS

Scott O’Connell Target Field 1 Twins Way Minneapolis, MN 55403 (612) 659-3588 www.twinsbaseball.com

ECM PUBLISHERS, INC.

MINNESOTA VIKINGS FOOTBALL, LLC

N2 PUBLISHING

Lester Bagley 9520 Vikings Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 828-6500 www.vikings.com

PROPERTY MANAGERS DURAND & ASSOCIATES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, David Katz 152 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-2300 durandandassociates.com

HAR MAR, INC.

Brien Slawik 1880 Livingston Avenue, Suite 100 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 645-8111 www.harmarinc.com

PEARLWOOD ESTATES

Brandi Rienecker 1860 52nd Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-2023

Krista Jech 15322 Galaxie Avenue, Suite 215 Apple Valley, MN 55124 (952) 392-6635 www.hometownsource.com Justin Boulka 16608 Flagstaff Avenue W Lakeville, MN 55068 (612) 986-6973 www.n2pub.com

NOVOPRINT USA, INC.

Dorothee Goerke Chen 740 North Plankington Avenue, Suite 500 Milwaukee, WI 53203 (414) 276-6622 www.novoprint.com

RAILROADS UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD Dennis Egan 101 N Wacker, Suite 1910 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 777-2002 www.up.com

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS & INVESTORS INTERSTATE PARTNERS, LLC Greg Miller 500 Jackson Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 406-8050 www.interstatepartners.com

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PASTER ENTERPRISES, LLC Nicole Wagner 2227 University Avenue St. Paul, MN 55114 (651) 646-7901 www.pasterenterprises.com

RESTAURANTS/ CLUBS/BARS ANGELO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

REAL ESTATECOMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

Michelle Apman 1203 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-1270 www.sspangelos.com

KELLER WILLIAMS PREFERRED REALTY

APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR

Kristen Sevigny 10515 165th Street W Lakeville, MN 55044 (651) 999-9272 Erealestate.com

LANGER REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Dave Langer 1540 Humboldt Avenue, Suite 105 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 450-9669 www.langercommercial.com

REMAX SPECIALISTS

Greg Kuntz 971 Sibley Memorial Highway Lilydale, MN 55118 (651) 455-1256 www.kraus-kuntz.com

THE KRAUS REAL ESTATE TEAM Kevin Kraus 971 Sibley Memorial Hwy Lilydale, MN 55118 (651) 450-2183 www.thekrausteam.net

TOWN LAKE REAL ESTATE Tammy Medina 3120 Woodbury Dr, Suite 100 Woodbury, MN 55129 (612) 592-7909 tammy@townlakere.com

Adam Wien 5855 Blaine Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-9029 www.applebees.com

B-52 BURGERS & BREW

Brandon Bramscher 5639 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-3838 b52burgersandbrew.com

BIERSTUBE STEAKHOUSE & GRILL Cindy Schaffer 6434 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-8073 www.thebierstube.com

BLVD BAR & GRILLE

Tom Williams 433 East Mendota Road West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 450-7736 www.blvdbarandgrille.com

CROATIAN HALL

Kris Frankfurth 445 2nd Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1453 www.croatianhall.org

Don Deeb 600 Gun Club Road South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-7249 www.sspgunclub.com

REMODELINGREPAIRS ALLROUNDER HOME SERVICES

EL LORO MEXICAN RESTAURANT

Alex Gomez 5681 Blaine Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-3700 www.ellororestaurant.com See our ad on Pg. 1

JERSEY’S BAR & GRILL

Eric Bader 6845 Cloman Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 497-7714 www.ericthehandyman.com

Bill Ashton 6449 Concord Blvd East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-4561 www.jerseysbar.com

RENTALS/ EQUIPMENT/ STORAGE

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT 80TH

ABC RENTALS, INC.

Timothy Kellner 460 East Villaume Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2264 www.abcrentalsinc.com

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INVER HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MISSISSIPPI PUB/RIVER HEIGHTS MARINA

SECURITY PRODUCTS, SYSTEMS, BURGLAR ALARMS & COMPANIES

Joycina Wright 5760 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-9385 www.mcdonalds.com

Joe Harms 4455 66th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-4974 (Marina) riverheightsmarina.com Marina

OLD WORLD PIZZA

Brian Dzieweczynski 5660 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-1551 www.oldworld-pizza.com

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE

Andrew ‘’Drew’’ Langston 5723 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-7688 www.outback.com

TC TACO

Ty Christianson 6495 Cahill Ave Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-5244 tctaco.com

THE COOP RESTAURANT Karen Hanson 157 3rd Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-7566 www.thecooprestraurant.net

RETIREMENT HOUSING GRAMERCY PARK COOPERATIVE

RECREATIONAL CLUBS SOUTH ST. PAUL ROD & GUN CLUB, INC.

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANTCAHILL

Pat Duval 3075 East 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 306-1378 www.mcdonalds.com

Catherine James 5688 Brent Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-9851 gramercyinvergrove.org

RIVER HARBOR OPERATIONS, BARGES UPPER RIVER SERVICES, LLC

Lee Nelson 1351 Red Rock Road St. Paul, MN 55119 (651) 292-9293

SCHOOLS, COLLEGES & EDUCATION ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL

Krissy Wright 60 Marie Avenue East, Suite 220 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 457-7427 www.academic-arts.org

Tim Wynes 2500 East 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-3675 www.inverhills.edu

ALARM & COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, INC. Steve Platek 1920 Upper 55th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 451-9925 www.alarmcomsystems.com

SENIOR CARE COMFORCARE HOME CARE/ SENIOR SERVICES Stephen Endrizzi 3080 Lexington Ave S, Suite 108 Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 789-6800 comforcare.com/mn See our ad on Pg. 15

COMFORT KEEPERS INVER GROVE HEIGHTS

Joan Wurzer 1870 50th Street East, Suite 7 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 330-3071 comfortkeepers.com/office-860

GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY INVER GROVE HEIGHTS Pam Schultz 1301 50th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 451-1853 www.good-sam.com See our ad on the inside back cover

TIMBER HILLS, A PRESBYTERIAN HOME COMMUNITY

Blake Boche 6307 Burnham Circle Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 552-2800 www.timberhillsphs.org

VISTA PRAIRIE AT RIVER HEIGHTS

Margie Stanley 744 19th Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 326-6502 vistaprairie.org/riverheights See our ad on Pg. 4

WHITE PINE SENIOR LIVING Pamela Sundly 9056 Buchanan Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 306-9886 www.wpseniorliving.com

WOODLYN HEIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER

Nicole Barclay 2060 Upper 55th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 451-1881 www.twdcc.com/Woodlyn-HeightsHealth-Care-Center See our ad on Pg. 14

SHOPPING CENTERS TARGET

Michelle Roberts 7841 Amana Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 234-2949 www.target.com

WALMART

Luke Nordquist 9165 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-3975 www.walmart.com

SIDING, WINDOWS, GUTTERS, ROOFS KRECH EXTERIORS

Greg Wallace 5866 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 688-6368 www.krechexteriors.com

SIGNS/TRADE SHOW DISPLAYS FASTSIGNS

Brian MacKenzie 1354 Mendota Road Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-4559 www.fastsigns.com/286 Advertising Specialties

SPORTING GOODS SPORTSMAN’S GUIDE

Kara Tipple 411 Farwell Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-3030 www.sportsmansguide.com

STORAGE/ WAREHOUSING/ OFFICE ACORN MINI STORAGE

Greg Weik 5000 Babcock Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-6981 www.acornministorage.com

MINIKAHDA STORAGE & OFFICES Marty Griepentrog 1200 North Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-1202 www.minikahda.com

SWEEPING SERVICE

TRUCK SALES

MIKE MCPHILLIPS, INC.

ALLSTATE SALES CORPORATION

Mike Edge 825 North Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-4030

TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES COMCAST BUSINESS Sarah Mitchell 10 River Park Plaza St. Paul, MN 55107 (651) 493-5018 www.comcast.com

TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS EDGE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Brian Anderson 1725 Henry Avenue , #3 South St Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-9966 edgetransportationservices.com

TRASH/REFUSE HAULING NITTI SANITATION, INC. Robert Nitti 1725 Meadow View Road Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 457-4434 www.nittisanitation.com

REPUBLIC SERVICES

Richard Owens 4325 East 66th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-8634 alliedwastetwincities.com

WASTE MANAGEMENT OF MINNESOTA, INC. Cari Tupy 20520 Keokuk Avenue Lakeville, MN 55044 (952) 890-1100 www.wm.com

TROPHIES & PLAQUES DAKOTA AWARDS AND ENGRAVING Mike Johnson 14525 South Robert Trail Rosemount, MN 55068 (651) 322-1000 www.dakotaawards.com

TRUCK BROKERS/ OTHER SERVICES INDEPENDENT DIESEL REPAIR, INC.

Scott Dirtzu 1129 Concord Street South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-1941 www.1dieselrepair.com

Dave Cermak 558 Villaume Avenue East P.O. Box 268 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-6500 www.allstatepeterbilt.com

TRUCKING COMPANY KANE TRANSPORT, INC.

Angela Kane Haas 11685 Clark Road Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 437-2716 www.kanetransport.com

VETERINARIANS INVER GROVE HEIGHTS ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Dr. James Winsor 7131 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-4404 www.IGHVet.com

MCKEEVER DERMATOLOGY Dr. Nicole Heinrich 7781 Amana Trail, Suite 200 Inver Grove Heights, MN 550 (651) 501-4920 www.mckeevervetderm.co

VIDEO PRODUCTION & COMMUNITY TELEVISION TOWN SQUARE TELEVISION Jodie Miller 5845 Blaine Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-7834 www.townsquare.tv See our ad on pg.29

WATER CONDITIONING CULLIGAN WATER

William R. Milbert 1801 50th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 451-2241 www.culligan4water.com

WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES C-INC., I.T.

Ramey Cortinas 4591 Greenleaf Drive East Eagan, MN 55125 (651) 387-6401 www.Cinc-IT.com Computer Services Graphic & Web Design

ENDORSE COMMUNICATIONS, LLC Adam Bengtson 3628 154th Street West Rosemount, MN 55068 (612) 567-6470

endorsecommunications.com

Graphic & Web Design

WHOLESALE SUPPLIER SAM’S CLUB

Marina Thao 3035 Denmark Avenue Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 405-0079 www.samsclub.com Shopping Centers

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Laurie Rieb 501 East Highway 13, Suite 102 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 985-5300 360communities.org Civic Organizations & Associations

A ABC RENTALS, INC.

Timothy Kellner 460 East Villaume Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2264 www.abcrentalsinc.com Rentals/Equipment/Storage

ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL

Krissy Wright 60 Marie Avenue East, Suite 220 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 457-7427 www.academic-arts.org Schools, Colleges & Education

ACE PAINT & HARDWARE

Dennis Simon 3098 65th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-2228 www.aceinvergrove.com Hardware, Paint, Lawn & Garden Equipment

ACORN MINI STORAGE

Greg Weik 5000 Babcock Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-6981 acornministorage.com Storage/Warehousing/Office

AIR MASTERS HEATING AND COOLING Brayden Meverden 112 S Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-6324 www.airmastersmn.net Heating & Air Conditioning Contractors

ALARM & COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, INC. Steve Platek 1920 Upper 55th Street E Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 451-9925 alarmcomsystems.com Security - Products, Systems, Burglar Alarms & Companies

ALIGNED OPERATIONS Kelly Schaefbauer 3825 Windcrest Court Eagan, MN 55123 (651) 288-3815 alignedoperations.com Professional Services

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ALLIED FLOOR COVERING Mike Gammon 151 BridgePoint Drive South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-9667 alliedfloorcoveringllc.com Floor Covering

ALLROUNDER HOME SERVICES

Eric Bader 6845 Cloman Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 497-7714 ericthehandyman.com Remodeling-Repairs

ALLSTATE SALES CORPORATION

Dave Cermak 558 Villaume Avenue East P.O. Box 268 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-6500 www.allstatepeterbilt.com Truck Sales

ANGELO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

AYARS & AYARS, INC.

Michelle Apman 1203 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-1270 www.sspangelos.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

Mark Mueller 21900 Kenrick Ave Lakeville, MN 55044 (952) 469-0929 ayarsayars.com Construction Companies/General Contractors

ANTONSEN CONSTRUCTION

Bob Antonsen 411 Marie Ave #B South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 340-1791 antonsenconstruction.com Construction Companies/General Contractors

APPLEBEE’S NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL & BAR Adam Wien 5855 Blaine Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-9029 www.applebees.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

B-52 BURGERS & BREW

Brandon Bramscher 5639 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-3838 b52burgersandbrew.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

BARTHOLOMEW, THOMAS

Thomas Bartholomew 8120 Claymore Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-6375 Individuals

ALTRIA CLIENT SERVICES

ARBOR POINTE GOLF CLUB

BAUER FLOOR COVERING, INC.

Darren Johnson 8919 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-9678 www.arborpointegolf.com Golf Course/Country Club

Gregory Bauer 525 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6437 bauerfloorcovering.com Floor Covering

AMERICAN BANK

ARBOR POINTE HOLIDAY

BAUMANN, BETH

AMERICAN BANK

ARBOR POINTE LIQUORS

BEARENCE MANAGEMENT GROUP

Tom Harris 9084 Buchanan Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-6775 www.apliquor.com Liquor Stores

Dody Sobaszkiewicz 2010 Centre Pointe Blvd Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 379-7893 www.bearence.com Employee Benefits & Consultants

AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE- SMITH AGENCY

ARROW BUICK-PONTIACGMC TRUCK

BELL MORTGAGE

Garth Alston 33 East Main Street, Suite 420 Madison, WI 53703 (608) 251-0815 www.altria.com Public Affairs Angela Olsen 7055 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 634-6285 americanbankmn.com Banks Ross Dahlin 1060 Dakota Avenue Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 452-1320 americanbankmn.com Banks

Mark Smith 5790 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-6006 www.amfam.com Insurance

AMERICINN HOTEL & SUITES Bob Patel 5861 Blaine Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-7511 americinn.com/hotels/mn/invergroveheights Hotels/Motels

ANCHOR BANK, N.A.

Stephen Nesvig 66 East Thompson Ave West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 457-1111 www.anchorlink.com Banks

Chris Lotysz 9087 Broderick Boulevard Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1760 holidaystationstores.com Convenience Stores

Scott L. Reid 1111 East Highway 110 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 552-2222 arrowpontiacgmc.com Automobile Dealers

ASSOCIATED BANK

Brian Mangan 9050 Buchanan Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 554-8774 www.associatedbank.com Banks

ATKINS, JOSEPH

Representative 2463 78th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 296-4192 www.joeatkins.com Individuals

Mayor, South St. Paul 440 Ninth Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-7588 Individuals

Nick Kalkman 971 Sibley Mem Hwy, Suite 201 Lilydale, MN 55118 (651) 785-6087 www.nickkalkman.com Mortgage Loans

BESTER BROTHERS TRANSFER Paul Lentz 260 Hardman Avenue S South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1018 www.BesterBros.com Moving & Storage

BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU Sara Hilliker 220 S River Ridge Circle Burnsville, MN 55337 (651) 699-0011 www.thefirstbbb.org Business Services

BIERSTUBE STEAKHOUSE & GRILL Cindy Schaffer 6434 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-8073 www.thebierstube.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

BITUMINOUS ROADWAYS, INC. Kent Peterson 1520 Commerce Drive Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 686-7001 www.bitroads.com Asphalt Paving Contractors

BLVD BAR & GRILLE

Tom Williams 433 East Mendota Road West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 450-7736 www.blvdbarandgrille.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

BREMER BANK INVER GROVE HEIGHTS

Annette Walters 6800 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-8581 www.bremer.com Banks

BREMER BANK SOUTH ST. PAUL

Scott Ganje 633 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6822 www.bremer.com Banks

BYWORDS PRINTING

Dee Hobbie 1335 Thompson Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-7576 Printers, Typesetters & Graphics

C C-INC., I.T.

Ramey Cortinas 4591 Greenleaf Drive East Eagan, MN 55125 (651) 387-6401 www.Cinc-IT.com Computer Services Graphic & Web Design Website Development & Services

CAHILL DENTAL CARE

Dr. Tricia Braga 6105 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-9101 www.CahillDental.com Dentists

CANNON RIVER WINERY Maureen Maloney 421 Mill Street West Cannon Falls, MN 55009 (507) 263-7400 cannonriverwinery.com Beverage Distributor/Winery

CASHPASS

COMCAST BUSINESS

CULLIGAN WATER

CENTER RECOVERY SERVICES, LLC

COMFORCARE HOME CARE/ SENIOR SERVICES

Kristina Joachim 5300 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-5555 www.cashpass.com Payroll Services

Sarah Mitchell 10 River Park Plaza St. Paul, MN 55107 (651) 493-5018 www.comcast.com Telecommunications Services

Rob Thompson 5782 Blackshire Path, Suite B Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 493-3689 www.crs9.com Collection Agencies

Stephen Endrizzi 3080 Lexington Ave S, Suite 108 Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 789-6800 comforcare.com/mn/eagan Senior Care

CENTRAL BANK

COMFORT KEEPERS INVER GROVE HEIGHTS

Todd Hovland 835 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2133 www.centralbnk.com Banks

CHEROKEE MANUFACTURING, INC. John E. Gunderman, Sr. 501 East Richmond Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6568 www.cherokeemfg.com Manufacturing

CHS INC.

John Engelen 5500 Cenex Drive Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 355-6000 www.chsinc.com Agriculture

CITY AUTO GLASS

Mike Schenian 116 S Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 552-1000 www.cityautoglass.com Auto Glass-Repair

CIVIL METHODS, INC

Kent Brander 1551 Livingston Ave, Suite 104 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (763) 210-5713 www.civilmethods.com Architects/Planners/Engineering Engineers/Surveyors/Planners

CLARION HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER Lisa Cooper 701 Concord Street South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-3600 www.clarionssp.com Hotels/Motels

COLLEGE ADVISORS NETWORK

Alan Weinblatt 5878 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-5876 www.canetmn.com Counseling

Joan Wurzer 1870 50th Street East, Suite 7 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 330-3071 comfortkeepers.com/office-860 Senior Care

COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE/MN WING

William R. Milbert 1801 50th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 451-2241 www.culligan4water.com Water Conditioning

DAKOTA AWARDS AND ENGRAVING Mike Johnson 14525 South Robert Trail Rosemount, MN 55068 (651) 322-1000 www.dakotaawards.com Trophies & Plaque

DAKOTA ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION

Peggy Johnson 4300 220th Street West Farmington, MN 55024 (651) 463-6212 www.dakotaelectric.com Energy/Gas & Electric

Linda Franke 310 Airport Road Fleming Field, Hangar 3 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-6942 www.cafmn.org Civic Organizations & Associations

DAKOTA PEDIATRICS, P.A.

CONNOLLY KUHL GROUP/ CONNOLLY & ASSOCIATE

DAKOTA PREMIUM FOODS, LLC

COORDINATED BUSINESS SYSTEMS, LTD

DAKOTA SCOTT COUNTY WORKFORCE CENTERS

Patrick Connolly 235 East 6th Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 330-6002 connollykuhlgroup.com Public Affairs

Jim Oricchio 851 West 128th Street Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 894-9460 www.coordinated.com Copiers/Sales & Service

CORPORATE 1ST IMPRESSION

Robert Deeb 5975 Carmen Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-9697 dakotapediatrics.com Health Care Provider/Physicians

Steve Cortinas 425 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-6611 americanfoodgroups.com Meat Processors

Mark Jacobs 1 Mendota Road, Suite 100 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 554-5622 positivelyminnesota.com/ dakotanorth Employment Agencies

Mark Maroney 1960 Cliff Lake Road P.O. Box 129-131 Eagan, MN 55121 (612) 598-1290 www.corporate1st.com Marketing Programs & Services

DARTS

CROATIAN HALL

DELACY AUTOMOTIVE

CUB FOODS

DG WOOD FLOORS

Kris Frankfurth 445 2nd Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1453 www.croatianhall.org Restaurants/Clubs/Bars Dale Clawiter 7850 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1579 www.cub.com Groceries/Drug Store/Pharmacy & Gifts

Steve Hashig 1645 Marthaler Lane West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 455-1560 www.darts1.org Civic Organizations & Associations Eric Delacy 528 S Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 453-1000 www.delacyauto.com Automobile Dealers

Damian Guon 7175 Angus Ave East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 398-3947 www.dgwoodfloors.com Floor Covering

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Tim Drkula 6710 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1717 www.dracspub.com Bowling Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

DURAND & ASSOCIATES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, David Katz 152 Hardman Avenue S South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-2300 durandandassociates.com Property Managers

E ECM PUBLISHERS, INC.

EMERALD HILLS VILLAGE

EXPRESS AUTO PARTS

ENDORSE COMMUNICATIONS, LLC

Cathy Carlson 8555 Bacardi Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 454-8128 emeraldhillsvillage.com Manufactured Homes

Adam Bengtson 3628 154th Street West Rosemount, MN 55068 (612) 567-6470 endorsecommunications.com Website Development & Services Graphic & Web Design

ENDURANCE TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

Krista Jech 15322 Galaxie Avenue, Suite 215 Apple Valley, MN 55124 (952) 392-6635 www.ecmpublishers.com Publishers

Dave Hoeffel 275 BridgePoint Drive South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-8000 www.epoxi.com Manufacturing

EDGE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

ENSEMBLE CREATIVE & MARKETING, LLC

Brian Anderson 1725 Henry Avenue, #3 South St Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-9966

edgetransportationservices.com

Transportation Management Systems

EDWARD JONES- DOODY OFFICE

Steve Doody 100 Bridgepoint Drive, Suite 130 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-4793 www.edwardjones.com Financial & Financial Advisors/ Consultants

EDWARD JONES- HASSING OFFICE Paul Hassing 2902 Upper 55th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-0136 www.edwardjones.com Financial & Financial Advisors/ Consultants

EL LORO MEXICAN RESTAURANT

Alex Gomez 5681 Blaine Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-3700 www.ellororestaurant.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

ELECTRIC, FIRE AND SECURITY, INC.

Steven Schnarr 4921 Babcock Trail, Suite E Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 450-0352 www.efsmn.com Electrical Contractors

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Kristina Murto P.O. Box 899 Lakeville, MN 55044 (952) 469-9460 ensemblecreative.com Graphic & Web Design

ENTIRA FAMILY CLINICS

John Vukelich 2980 Buckley Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-2748 www.eastmetro.net Health Care Provider/Physicians

EQUI-TAX

John Stevens 1870 50th Street East, Suite 8 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 773-5000 www.equitax.net Accountants-Certified-Public

ESSENTIAL THERAPEUTIC BODYWORK

Monica Bemus 5778 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 300-2256 www.etbodywork.com Massage Therapy

EVERGREEN INDUSTRIES

Tim Ahern 4921 Babcock Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-4441 evergreenindustries.net Christmas Decorations, Wholesale

EWING & ASSOCIATESAMERIPRISE FINANCIAL

Karoline Buck 2918 Upper 55th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 389-1177 www.ameripriseadvisors.com/ team/ewing-associates Financial & Financial Advisors/ Consultants

Bill Corniea 1111 South Concord St South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1813 www.autopartsmn.com Automobile Parts-New

FARMERS INSURANCE GARY BURNS AGENCY

Gary Burns 1545 Livingston Avenue, Suite 103 West Saint Paul, MN 55118 (651) 450-0863 farmersagent.com/gburns Insurance

FARMERS INSURANCE RADLOFF AGENCY

Lyle Radloff 1185 Concord St. N, Suite 113 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 289-3888 farmersagent.com/lradloff Insurance

FASTSIGNS

Brian MacKenzie 1354 Mendota Road Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-4559 www.fastsigns.com/286 Signs/Trade Show Displays Advertising Specialties

FAT CAT ART STUDIO LLC

Lisa Marek 7153 Claude Ave East, Apt. C Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (763) 498-1282 www.fatcatartstudio.com Graphic & Web Design

FLINT HILLS RESOURCES, LP Matthew Lemke P.O. Box 64596 St. Paul, MN 55164 (651) 438-1331 www.fhr.com Oil Refinery

FOOTH AUTO SALES

Ben Footh 1426 So. Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 756-8340 www.foothauto.com Automobile Dealers

FRANDSEN BANK & TRUST

FURY MOTORS

Tom Leonard 1000 South Concord St South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1313 www.furymotors.com Automobile Dealers

G GERTENS

Gino Pitera 5500 Blaine Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1501 www.gertens.com Garden Centers & Nurseries

GLOBE PRINTING & OFFICE SUPPLIES

Bill Horst 224 N Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2261 www.globepubco.com Printers, Typesetters & Graphics

GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY INVER GROVE HEIGHTS Pam Schultz 1301 50th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 451-1853 www.good-sam.com Senior Care

GOODYEAR - ULTIMATE CAR CARE Trent Larson 5641 Blackburn Lane Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-4426 www.ultimate-carcare.com Automobile/Truck Repairs & Service

GRAMERCY PARK COOPERATIVE

Catherine James 5688 Brent Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-9851 gramercyinvergrove.org Retirement Housing

GRANNIS & HAUGE, P.A.

Vance Grannis, Jr. 1260 Yankee Doodle Rd, Suite 200 Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 456-9000 www.grannishauge.com Attorneys

Jon Fumich 4388 Round Lake Rd W Arden Hills, MN 55112 (651) 407-5772 www.frandsenbank.com Banks

GRANNIS & LEHMANN, P.A.

FRATTALONE DAWNWAY, LLLP

GREAT NORTHERN BUILDERS

Nick Frattalone 5965 Dawn Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-554-0752 frattalonecompanies.com Landfill Operators

Christopher J. Lehmann 412 Southview Blvd, Suite 100 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-1661 Attorneys

Natalie Velez 9419 Buckley Court Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-9371 www.GNBMN.com Construction Companies/ General Contractors

GREVAS PHOTOGRAPHY Dan Grevas 1100 South Concord St South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-0402 www.dangrevasphoto.com Photography/Studio

GUILD INCORPORATED

George Broostin 130 Wabasha Street S, Suite 90 St. Paul, MN 55107 (651) 925-8454 guildincorporated.org Civic Organizations & Associations

H HALO BRANDED SOLUTIONS/ PROMOTIONS Bob Slesinger 9100 West Bloomington Freeway, Suite 133 Bloomington, MN 55431 (612) 867-4646 www.bobslesinger.com Advertising Specialties

HAR MAR, INC.

Brien Slawik 1880 Livingston Avenue, Suite 100 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 645-8111 www.harmarinc.com Property Managers

HARDLINE CONCRETE & MASONRY INC.

Brenda Dietrich 7421 Bester Ave Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 387-2867 hardlinemn.com Construction/Concrete & Masonry Concrete, Brick, Block

HARMONY CEDAR

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS

Rahul Kansara 5653 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1100 www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress Hotels/Motels

HOLIDAY STATION STORES, INC.

Steven Rush 4567 American Blvd W Bloomington, MN 55437 (952) 832-8557 holidaystationstores.com Convenience Stores

HOLTKOETTER INTERNATIONAL

Paul Eusterbrock 155 Hardman Avenue S South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 552-8776 www.holtkoetter.com Manufacturing, Diversified

HOMETOWN MEATS

Rob Reitberger 3025 80th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-1397 hometownmeatsigh.com Meats & Seafood

HOPE & OPPORTUNITIES

Mark Biermann 6140 Doffing Ave E, Box #14 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 775-0461 hopeandopportunities.com Business & Management Consultants

I INDEPENDENT DIESEL REPAIR, INC.

Rick Hansen 1007 15th Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 330-8899 www.harmonycedar.com Furniture

Scott Dirtzu 1129 Concord Street South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-1941 www.1dieselrepair.com/ Truck Brokers/Other Services

HEPPNER’S AUTO BODY

INTERSTATE PARTNERS, LLC

Laura Jacobson 6042 Claude Way East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-7920 heppnersautobody.com Automobile/Truck Repairs & Service

HIBU

Greg Miller 500 Jackson Street, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 406-8050 www.interstatepartners.com Real Estate Developers & Investors

INVER GROVE HEIGHTS ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Kirsten Tappe 2600 Eagan Woods Dr, Suite 100 Eagan, MN 55121 (763) 458-1108 www.hibu.com Marketing Programs & Services

Dr. James Winsor 7131 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-4404 www.IGHVet.com Veterinarians

HITCHING POST MOTORSPORTS

INVER GROVE HEIGHTS ROYALTY PROGRAM

103 North Concord Exchange South Saint Paul, MN 55076 (651) 451-2521 www.hponline.com Motorsports

Dale Henninger 5782 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2266 www.missigh.com Civic Organizations & Associations

INVER GROVE HONDA

Bryan Okubo 4605 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 306-8600 www.invergrovehonda.com Automobile Dealers

INVER GROVE HYUNDAI

Jack Shimota 1290 East 50th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 204-4400 invergrovehyundai.com Automobile Dealers

INVER GROVE LICENSE CENTER, INC.

Jefferey D. Orth 9057 Broderick Boulevard Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 453-1619 www.invergrovelicense.com Licenses

INVER GROVE TOYOTA

Jeff Stearns 1037 Highway 110 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-6000 www.invergrovetoyota.com Automobile Dealers

INVER HILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Tim Wynes 2500 East 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-3675 www.inverhills.edu Schools, Colleges & Education

IT SAGE LLC

Truong Nguyen 1412 7th Ave South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (612) 200-7400 theitsage.com Computer Services

J J.R.’S ADVANCED RECYCLERS

Terry Zeien 10619 Courthouse Blvd Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 454-9215 www.jrsappliance.com Appliances-Major-Service & Repair Recycling - Hazardous Waste/NonHazardous Industrial Waste

JAMES P. LEARY, JR., LTD, CPA James Leary 1560 Livingston Avenue, Suite 102 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 450-9373 www.learycpa.com Accountants-Certified-Public

JERSEY’S BAR & GRILL

Bill Ashton 6449 Concord Boulevard E Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-4561 www.jerseysbar.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

JODEE PAAPE & ASSOCIATES, LLC Jodee Paape 100 BridgePoint Drive, Suite 120 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-4621 www.jodeepaape.com Accountants-Certified-Public

K KANDT & TETRICK FUNERAL HOME Jeff Kandt 140 8th Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-5352 www.Kandt-Tetrick.com Funeral Homes/Funeral Pre-Arrangement

KANE TRANSPORT, INC.

Angela Kane Haas 11685 Clark Road Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 437-2716 www.kanetransport.com Trucking Company

KAPOSIA CONVENIENCE CENTER Roger Green 1214 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-2263 citgo.com/Home.jsp Convenience Stores

KELLER WILLIAMS PREFERRED REALTY

Kristen Sevigny 10515 165th Street W Lakeville, MN 55044 (651) 999-9272 7Erealestate.com Real Estate-Commercial & Residential

KEY COMMUNITY BANK INVER GROVE HEIGHTS

Meghan Ruecker 5684 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-7539 keycommunitybank.com Banks

KEY COMMUNITY BANK SOUTH ST. PAUL Greg Dennis 515 Marie Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-7539 keycommunitybank.com Banks

KING, STEPHEN P.

Stephen P. King 125 Third Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 554-3202 www.southstpaul.org Individuals

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KLECATSKY & SONS SOUTHERN FUNERAL CHAPEL Dick Klecatsky 414 Marie Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1551 www.klecatskys.com Funeral Homes/Funeral Pre-Arrangement

KRECH EXTERIORS

Greg Wallace 5866 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 688-6368 www.krechexteriors.com Siding,Windows,Gutters, Roofs

KRECH, O’BRIEN, MUELLER & ASSOCIATES, INC Jim Krech 6115 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-4605 www.komainc.com Architects/Planners/Engineering

L LANGER REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Dave Langer 1540 Humboldt Avenue, Suite 105 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 450-9669 www.langercommercial.com Real Estate-Commercial & Residential

LEVANDER, GILLEN & MILLER, P.A.

Kenneth Rohlf 633 South Concord St, Suite 400 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1831 www.levander.com Attorneys

LEWIS, KISCH & ASSOCIATES, LTD Carol Sailer 1125 South Frontage Rd, Suite 1 Hastings, MN 55033 (651) 437-3356 www.lewiskisch.com Accountants-Certified-Public

LINDELL, BRANNA

Branna Lindell 125 Third Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 554-3270 www.ssphra.org Individuals

LONE OAK GRAPHICS, INC. Jack Gillespie 10690 Briggs Drive Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 450-5968 www.loneoakgraphics.com Printers, Typesetters & Graphics

LORA LEA DESIGN STUDIO

Lora Krech 2585 62nd St E Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 470-6254 loraleadesignstudio.com Florists

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LUCKING, WILLIAM

8466 College Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-0985 Individuals

LUTHER NISSAN KIA

Brad Knutson 1470 50th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-5757 www.lutherauto.com Automobile Dealers

LYNCH, JOE

Joe Lynch 8150 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 450-2511 ci-inver-grove-heights.mn.us Individuals

M MACKENZIE, BERNADETTE Bernadette MacKenzie 1515 5th Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 306-3601 www.celearn4ever.org Individuals

MAHONEY, ULBRICH, CHRISTIANSEN & RUSS

Elizabeth Barchenger 30 East Plato Boulevard St. Paul, MN 55107 (651) 227-6695 www.mucr.com Accountants-Certified-Public

MAID FOR YOU BY SHERRY, LLC Sherry Berger 7446 Bolton Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (612) 845-0482 Commercial Contract Cleaning Services Housekeeping

MATHIAS DIE COMPANY Tom Mathias 391 Malden Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-0105 www.mathias-die.com Manufacturing, Tool & Die

MATTIE’S LANES SPORTS BAR & GRILLE Kyle Lockwood 365 North Concord South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-3220 Bowling Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

MAUER CHEVROLET

Steve Stengrim 1055 Highway 110 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-6283 www.mauerchev.com Automobile Dealers

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANT 80TH

MIDWEST FENCE & MANUFACTURING COMPANY

MCDONALD’S RESTAURANTCAHILL

MIKE MCPHILLIPS, INC.

Pat Duval 3075 East 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 306-1378 www.mcdonalds.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

Joycina Wright 5760 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-9385 www.mcdonalds.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

MCKEEVER DERMATOLOGY Dr. Nicole Heinrich 7781 Amana Trail, Suite 200 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 501-4920 www.mckeevervetderm.com Veterinarians

MENDAKOTA COUNTRY CLUB Perry Johnson 2075 Mendakota Drive Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 454-2822 www.mendakotacc.com Golf Course/Country Club

METRO PAYROLL INC.

Tim Medenwaldt 779 Bielenberg Dr, 107-101 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 264-1933 www.metropayroll.com Payroll Services

METZEN, SENATOR JIM

Jim Metzen 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Capitol Building, Room 322 St. Paul, MN 55155 (651) 296-4370 Individuals

MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM Don Heikkila 5681 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 552-0555 www.microtelinn.com Hotels/Motels

MIDAMERICA WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Mike Haverkamp 1060 Dakota Drive, Suite 204 St. Paul, MN 55120 (651) 643-8402 www.midamericawm.com Financial & Financial Advisors/ Consultants

MIDWEST FABRICS

Butch Taschner 1226 South Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6289 www.midwestfabrics.com Fabrics & Supplies

Todd Montgomery 525 East Villaume Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2221 www.midwestfence.com Fences

Mike Edge 825 North Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-4030 Sweeping Service

MINIKAHDA STORAGE & OFFICES

Marty Griepentrog 1200 North Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-1202 www.minikahda.com Storage/Warehousing/Office

MINNESOTA CARPET & HARDWOOD LLC

Chris Mason 2401 Pilot Knob Rd, Suite 100 Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (651) 686-6624 www.mnhardwood.com Floor Covering

MINNESOTA COLLEGE FUNDING STRATEGIES

Jerry Myers 6015 Cahill Avenue, Suite 200 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-0621 www.mncollegefunding.com Financial & Financial Advisors/ Consultants

MINNESOTA MUSIC FACTORY Tony Nystuen 609 Marie Ave South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 230-4125 minnesotamusicfactory.com Musicians

MINNESOTA TWINS BASEBALL CLUB

Scott O’Connell Target Field 1 Twins Way Minneapolis, MN 55403 (612) 659-3588 www.twinsbaseball.com Professional Sports

MINNESOTA VIKINGS FOOTBALL, LLC Lester Bagley 9520 Vikings Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 828-6500 www.vikings.com Professional Sports

MINNESOTA WASTE WISE

Jill Curran 400 Robert Street N, Suite 1500 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 292-4653 www.mnwastewise.org Business Services

MINUTEMAN PRESS

Cindy Winkle 750 South Plaza Dr, Suite 116 St. Paul, MN 55120 (651) 228-0949 stpaul.minutemanpress.com Printers, Typesetters & Graphics

MISSISSIPPI PUB/RIVER HEIGHTS MARINA

Joe Harms 4455 66th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-4974 riverheightsmarina.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars Marina

MOTION AUTOMOTIVE Gordon Karg 820 North Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-8920 motionauto.org Automobile Dealers

MURPHY FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS Shawn Murphy 1770 Bayard Avenue St. Paul, MN 55116 (651) 698-0428

myhdvest.com/shawnmurphy

Financial & Financial Advisors/ Consultants

MUSEUM SERVICES

Linda Butler 385 Bridgepoint Drive South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-8954 museumservicescorporation.com Manufacturing

MUTUAL OF OMAHA

NEW TECH ELECTRIC SYSTEMS, INC.

Scott Dreier 397 Bridgepoint Way South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 456-0088 www.newtechelectric.com Electrical Contractors

NITTI SANITATION, INC. Robert Nitti 1725 Meadow View Road Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 457-4434 www.nittisanitation.com Trash/Refuse Hauling

NOOK AND CRANNY HOME INSPECTIONS Monique McClure-Hegge 10668 Alton Court Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 334-4874 www.nchimn.com Home Inspections

NOVOPRINT USA, INC.

Dorothee Goerke Chen 740 N Plankington Ave, Suite 500 Milwaukee, WI 53203 (414) 276-6622 www.novoprint.com Publishers

O OASIS MASSAGE CENTER

Jean Helfman 1870 50th Street East, Suite 2 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 651-455-0225 www.theoasismassage.com Massage Therapy Health Specialty

John Mandt 1700 West 82nd Street, Suite 160 Bloomington, MN 55431 (612) 345-2792 www.johnmandt.com Financial & Financial Advisors/ Consultants

OFFICE DEPOT

OLD WORLD PIZZA

N2 PUBLISHING

Justin Boulka 16608 Flagstaff Avenue W Lakeville, MN 55068 (612) 986-6973 www.n2pub.com Publishers

NATIONAL CHOICE BAKERY / TWIN CITY BAGEL Shimon Harosh 130 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 554-0200 nationalchoicebakery.com Manufacturing

NEIGHBORS, INC.

John Kemp 222 Grand Avenue West South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-5000 www.neighborsmn.org Civic Organizations & Associations

Kaaren Burgwald 1105 Xenium Lane N, Suite 100 Plymouth, MN 55441 (612) 206-6300 business.officedepot.com Office-Supplies, Equipment & Furniture Brian Dzieweczynski 5660 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-1551 www.oldworld-pizza.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

ONSITE DRUG TESTING & CONSULTING LLC

Gail Sperlich P.O. Box 2456 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 274-1756 www.onsitedrugtesting.net Drug Testing Health Specialty

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE

Andrew ‘’Drew’’ Langston 5723 Bishop Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-7688 www.outback.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

PONDVIEW APARTMENTS

PASTER ENTERPRISES, LLC

Nicole Wagner 2227 University Avenue St. Paul, MN 55114 (651) 646-7901 www.pasterenterprises.com Real Estate Developers & Investors

PAUL’S AUTO & TIRE, INC.

Paul Goodwill 3052 65th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1326 Automobile/Truck Repairs & Service

PAWN AMERICA MINNESOTA, LLC Chuck Armstrong 5300 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-5555 www.pawnamerica.com General Merchandise

PAYDAY AMERICA

Cheryl Valenzuela 5300 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-2448 www.paydayamerica.com Payroll Services

PEARLWOOD ESTATES

Brandi Rienecker 1860 52nd Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 457-2023 Property Managers

PETERSON POPCORN & ICE CREAM Tom Greengard 3045 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-4086 petersoncorn.com Food Novelties

PINE BEND PAVING

Joe Jacoby P.O. Box 72 Vermillion, MN 55085 (651) 437-2333 www.pinebendpaving.com Asphalt Paving Contractors

Marty Schreier 2565 Ivy Avenue East Maplewood, MN 55119 (651) 290-0484 pondviewapartment.com Apartments

PREMIER HEALTH OF SOUTH ST. PAUL Dr. Gina Rivas-Castro 1020 Marie Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-5463 www.premierhealthmn.com Chiropractors

PRO PHARMACY

Greg Schouweiler 102 Fifth Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-4140 Groceries/Drug Store/Pharmacy & Gifts

PROACT, INC.

Cathy McCoy 3195 Neil Armstrong Boulevard Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 686-0405 www.proactinc.org Employment Agencies

PROGRESS PLUS

Jennifer Gale 5782 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2266 www.progressplus.org Economic Development

PROPERTY CARE, INC.

Scott Steinacker P.O. Box 2125 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 554-9949 www.pci@bssentrp.com Property Managers

PROTOUCH PAINTING, INC.

Georgia Hoffman 139 South Concord Exchange St South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-5628 www.protouchpainting.com Painting Contractors

PLATEK, ANNIE

QUALITY AUTO CARE CENTER

POLYMET

Annie Platek District Office 2990 East 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 306-7866 www.tridistrict.org Individuals Jennifer Saran 444 Cedar Street, Suite 2060 St Paul, MN 55101 www.polymetmining.com Mining

Bruce Bairaktaris 100 S Concord Exchange South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-6255 qualityautocarecenter.com Automobile/Truck Repairs & Service

REMAX SPECIALISTS

Greg Kuntz 971 Sibley Memorial Hwy Lilydale, MN 55118 (651) 455-1256 www.kraus-kuntz.com Real Estate-Commercial & Residential

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REPUBLIC SERVICES

Richard Owens 4325 East 66th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-8634 alliedwastetwincities.com Trash/Refuse Hauling

RIES ELECTRIC COMPANY John Ries 777 North Concord Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2238 www.rieselectric.com Electrical Contractors

RIVER HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Jennifer Gale 5782 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2266 www.riverheights.com Chambers Of Commerce

RIVER HEIGHTS HEALTH & INJURY CLINIC

Dr. Ryan Hetland 5300 South Robert Trail, Suite 700 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 756-7941 www.riverheightsclinic.com Chiropractors

RIVER HEIGHTS VINYARD CHURCH

Sue Marsden 6070 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 456-7644 riverheightsvineyard.org Churches

RIVERVIEW CREDIT UNION Julia Havens 115 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 224-4631 www.myrcu.com Credit Unions

ROADWARE, INC.

Kelton Glewwe 381 Bridgepoint Way South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-6122 www.concretemender.com Manufacturing, Diversified

ROBERT M. HARPER, DDS

Dr. Robert Harper 5766 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-6686 Dentists

ROBERTS FUNERAL AND CREMATION CHAPEL

Jaime Roberts 8108 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 455-2035 robertsfuneralandcrematiom.com Funeral Homes/Funeral Pre-Arrangement

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ROLLING MEADOWS COOPERATIVE

SHERMIK TREE FARMS, INC.

Chris Gallahue 3249 East 78th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1871 rollingmeadowscoop.com Apartments

Bart Perkins 7120 251st Lane NE Stacy, MN 55079 (651) 462-5570 www.shermiktrees.com Landscape/Nursery Products, Wholesale & Manufacturing

ROYAL STAR FURNITURE

SIMON’S APPLIANCE

Tom Fenner 245 Concord Exchange N South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-2222 royalstarliquidators.com Furniture

John Simon 7090 Cahill Avenue East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-0189 www.simonsappliances.com Appliances-Major-Service & Repair

SIMONS LANDSCAPING

SAFE-WAY BUS COMPANY, INC.

Jane Stiles 6030 Carmen Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1375 Bus Companies

SAM’S CLUB

Marina Thao 3035 Denmark Avenue Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 405-0079 www.samsclub.com Wholesale Supplier Shopping Centers

SANIMAX USA, INC.

Gene A. Parks 505 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-6858 www.sanimax.com Manufacturing & Processing, Food Waste Recycling Environmental & Ecological Services

SCHADEGG MECHANICAL Daniel Schadegg 225 Bridgepoint Drive South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 292-9933 www.schadegg-mech.com Heating & Air Conditioning Contractors

SEASONS TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATION

Rebecca Fuller P.O. Box 25821 Woodbury, MN 55125 (651) 739-9160 Civic Organizations & Associations

SHERMAN INSURANCE AGENCY

Rick Albrecht 120 BridgePointe Way, Suite C South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-1758 shermanins.com Insurance

Patti Simons 134 13th Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-5877 simons-landscaping.com Landscape-Contractors

SKB ENVIRONMENTAL Ryan O’Gara 251 Starkey Street St. Paul, MN 55107 (651) 224-6329 www.skbinc.com Landfill Operators

SNELLING LAW OFFICE, LLC Steven Snelling 971 Sibley Memorial Hwy Lilydale , MN 55118 (651) 470-5175 www.stevesnellinglaw.com Attorneys

SOL- INFORMATION SYSTEMS Troy Solis 19950 Dodd Boulevard, #102 Lakeville, MN 55044 (952) 279-2424 www.sol-is.com Computer Services

SOUTH ST. PAUL FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Julie Foote 421 Marie Avenue P.O. Box 122 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-2366 drjuliefoote.com/ Chiropractors

SOUTH ST. PAUL FUTURE, INC. Steve Carrier P.O. Box 144 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2266 www.progressplus.org Civic Organizations & Associations

SOUTH ST. PAUL KAPOSIA DAYS

Greg Kuntz P.O. Box 144 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-2266 www.kaposiadays.org Civic Organizations & Associations

SOUTH ST. PAUL ROD & GUN CLUB, INC. Don Deeb 600 Gun Club Road South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-7249 www.sspgunclub.com Recreational Clubs

SOUTH WEST REVIEW

Ed McLellan 2515 East Seventh Avenue North St. Paul, MN 55109 (651) 777-8800 www.lillienews.com Newspapers

SOUTHVIEW COUNTRY CLUB Phil Anderson 239 East Mendota Road West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 451-6856 www.southviewcc.com Golf Course/Country Club

SOUTHWESTERN CONSULTING

Brent Widman 3020 Rosewood Lane North Plymouth, MN 55441 (507) 382-7641 southwesternconsulting.com

Consultants, Management/ Communications/Employee Benefits

SPORTSMAN’S GUIDE

Kara Tipple 411 Farwell Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-3030 www.sportsmansguide.com Sporting Goods

ST. PAUL CHAPTER NECA

Richard Wynne 5882 Blackshire Path, Suite 100 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 224-3377 www.stpaulneca.org Nonprofit Professional

ST. PAUL PIONEER PRESS Aaron Rother 345 Cedar Street St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 228-5342 www.twincities.com Newspapers

STANGER, LARRY

Larry Stanger 8150 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 450-2526 ci.inver-grove-heights.mn.us Individuals

STAPLES FINANCIAL, INC.

Kristopher Staples 2906 Upper 55th St Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 289-7800 www.staplesmn.com Financial & Financial Advisors/ Consultants

STATE FARM INSURANCE KUCHERA AGENCY, INC.

Doug Kuchera 5778 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-2216 www.kucheraagency.com Insurance

STATE FARM INSURANCE STREMSKI AGENCY Tom Stremski 20 Thompson Ave E, Suite 201 West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 457-6348 www.tomstremski.com Insurance

STATE FARM INSURANCE YOUMANS AGENCY

Brian Youmans 6175 Cahill Ave E, Suite 106 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 455-4385 www.statefarm.com Insurance

T TABOR COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTING, LLC Barbara Tabor 5826 Blackshire Path Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1342 www.taborpr.com Public Relations & Advertising Marketing Programs & Services

TALKING WALLS PAINTING Dave Carlson 14294 56th St N Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 755-4605 talkingwallspainting.com Painting Contractors

TANDEM PRINTING, INC.

Steve Kane 2970 Lexington Avenue S Eagan, MN 55121 (651) 289-2970 www.tandemprinting.com Printers, Typesetters & Graphics

TARGET

Michelle Roberts 7841 Amana Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 234-2949 www.target.com Shopping Centers

TAURINSKAS, P. JAMES

P. James Taurinskas 633 South Concord Str, Suite 320 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-9743 www.taurinskaslaw.com Attorneys

TAURINSKAS, PETER J.

Peter Taurinskas 633 South Concord St, Suite 320 South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-7383 taurinskasfinancialgroup.com

Individuals

TC TACO

Ty Christianson 6495 Cahill Ave Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 457-5244 tctaco.com Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

THE COOP RESTAURANT Karen Hanson 157 3rd Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-7566 www.thecooprestraurant.net Restaurants/Clubs/Bars

THE KRAUS REAL ESTATE TEAM Kevin Kraus 971 Sibley Memorial Hwy Lilydale, MN 55118 (651) 450-2183 www.thekrausteam.net Real Estate-Commercial & Residential

THE TRITON (SEARCH) GROUP LLC

Art Anderson 6160 Bowman Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-7718 www.thetritongroupmn.com Employment Consultants

TIMBER HILLS, A PRESBYTERIAN HOME COMMUNITY

Blake Boche 6307 Burnham Circle Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 552-2800 www.timberhillsphs.org Senior Care

TONNA MECHANICAL, INC. Matt Bredehoft P.O. Box 2127 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 288-0422 www.calltonna.com Heating & Air Conditioning Contractors Plumbing

TOTAL CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT

Mary C. Krech 10195 Inver Grove Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1384 www.total-const.com/ Electrical Contractors

TOURVILLE, MAYOR GEORGE George Tourville 8415 Cooper Way Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (612) 961-6705 Individuals

TOWN LAKE REAL ESTATE Tammy Medina 3120 Woodbury Dr, Suite 100 Woodbury, MN 55129 (612) 592-7909 tammy@townlakere.com Real Estate-Commercial & Residential

TOWN SQUARE TELEVISION Jodie Miller 5845 Blaine Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-7834 www.townsquare.tv Video Production & Community Television

TRAVEL TAGS

Mark Luger 5842 Carmen Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 450-1201 www.traveltags.com Printers, Typesetters & Graphics

TWIN CITY HIDE, INC.

Dave Grove 491 Malden Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-1511 twincityhide.com Hide Processors

TWIN CITY TANNING COMPANY, L.L.P.

Robert Hawley 501 Malden Street South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 455-3040 www.ursi.net Leather Tanning

U ULTIMATE CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Jon Erickson 2206 Matterhorn Lane St. Paul, MN 55119 (651) 221-0747 www.ultimatecarpet.us Carpet & Rug Cleaning

UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD Dennis Egan 101 N Wacker, Suite 1910 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 777-2002 www.up.com Railroads

UPPER RIVER SERVICES, LLC

Lee Nelson 1351 Red Rock Road St. Paul, MN 55119 (651) 292-9293 River Harbor Operations, Barges

USED CARS & TRUCKS FOR LESS Dan Peterson 4625 South Robert Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 306-4680

usedcarsandtrucksforless.com

Automobile Dealers

V VISTA PRAIRIE AT RIVER HEIGHTS

Margie Stanley 744 19th Avenue North South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 326-6502 vistaprairie.org/riverheights Senior Care

VOLKSWAGEN OF INVER GROVE David Roen 1325 50th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 552-9100 www.vwinvergrove.com Automobile Dealers

VUJOVICH, CARI

Cari Vujovich 521 Marie Avenue South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-9486 www.sspps.org Individuals

W WAKOTA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Mary Matheson 1151 Southview Boulevard South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 451-3330 www.wakotafcu.org Credit Unions

WAKOTA LANDING, LLC

Greg Genz 2425 Gilbert Lane South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 775-6660 Construction Equipment Rental & Leasing

WALMART

Luke Nordquist 9165 Cahill Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-3975 www.walmart.com Shopping Centers

WASTE MANAGEMENT OF MINNESOTA, INC. Cari Tupy 20520 Keokuk Avenue Lakeville, MN 55044 (952) 890-1100 www.wm.com Trash/Refuse Hauling

WATEROUS COMPANY

Bill Smith 125 Hardman Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 450-5000 www.waterousco.com Manufacturing, Fire Pumps & Waterworks Equipment

WEBB, DR. DAVE

Dr. Dave Webb 104 5th Avenue South South St. Paul, MN 55075 (651) 457-9465 www.sspps.org Individuals

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WELLS, DR. DEIRDRE

Dr. Deirdre Wells 2990 East 80th Street Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 306-7808 www.invergrove.k12.mn.us Individuals

WHITE PINE SENIOR LIVING Pamela Sundly 9056 Buchanan Trail Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 306-9886 www.wpseniorliving.com Senior Care

WIPAIRE, INC.

Chuck Wiplinger 1700 Henry Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-1205 www.wipaire.com Aircraft-Dealers, Eqpt & Repair

WOODLYN HEIGHTS HEALTH CARE CENTER

X XCEL ENERGY

Jake Sedlacek 3000 Maxwell Avenue Newport, MN 55055 (651) 458-1228 www.xcelenergy.com Energy/Gas & Electric

Y YMCA IN WEST ST. PAUL Katie Lowe 150 East Thompson Avenue West St. Paul, MN 55118 (651) 457-0048 www.ymcatwincities.org Health Clubs

YOURS TRULY MARKETING INCENTIVES, INC.

Ruth Ann Pederson 5826 Blackshire Path, Suite C Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 451-2058 www.ytruly.com Marketing Programs & Services

Nicole Barclay 2060 Upper 55th Street East Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 (651) 451-1881 www.twdcc.com/WoodlynHeights-Health-Care-Center Senior Care

WORLDPAY CREDIT CARD PROCESSING

Shawn Olson PO Box 2601 Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 (651) 230-1313 worldpay.us Credit Cards & Plans

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