No subject
Wed Feb 3 16:13:58 CST 2010
At Redeemer Health & Rehabilitation Center
(625 West 31st Street) Lunch is being served
Join us to talk about ideas for a business fa=E7ade program for the
neighborhood and about ways we can improve business to business
communication in Lyndale. We=92ll also learn about Redeemer Health & =
Rehab
Center who is this month=92s featured business=20
For more information contact Norma Pietz at 612.824.9402 ext 15 or
norma at lyndale.org
LNA Housing Programs=20
LNA=92s new Housing Programs are currently available and open for
applications.=20
Single Family Revolving Loan Program - Provides loans for improvements =
to
single family, condos, townhomes, and cooperatives in Lyndale. Loan =
amounts
range from $3,000 to $15,000 and can be used to correct outstanding code
violations, improve energy efficiency, and general improvements.
Multi-Family Revolving Loan Program - Provides loans for improvements to
multi-family housing units in Lyndale. Loan amounts range from $3,000 =
to
$30,000 depending on the number of units in the building and can be used =
to
correct outstanding code violations, improve energy efficiency, and =
general
improvements.
You can find out all the details by checking out the LNA Home Loan =
Program
Page
<http://www.lyndale.org/housing-and-economic-development-programs/housing=
-pr
ograms> . Questions, not sure which program is right for you, contact =
Norma
<mailto:norma at lyndale.org> at 612.824.9402 ex 15 for more information =
or to
schedule a meeting to find out more information about LNA and CEE=92s =
home
improvement programs.
Energy Saver Rebates Available Now!
Energy Saver Rebates are currently available through the Center for =
Energy
and the Environment (CEE). =20
=95 35% rebate on all qualifying energy improvements
=95 Maximum rebate is $10,000
=95 Qualifying improvements include windows, doors, insulation, water =
heaters,
heating and cooling
(Improvements must meet certain minimum criteria)
=95 Must take out a Fix-Up Fund loan to access rebate Minnesota Federal
Stimulus rebates of up to $10,000 are available through the Minnesota
Housing Fix-up Fund in the form of an Energy Saver Rebate.
First Come First Serve!
Fix-up Fund Loan Program Available through CEE
=95 Maximum loan: $35,000
=95 Interest rate: 5.99%*
=95 Currently $96,500 maximum household income limit
* Rate as of 11.22.2009 - Subject to change
For more information visit www.mncee.org or call 612-335-5884
US Census Bureau is hiring part-time Census taker positions in the =
Lyndale
neighborhood.=20
These positions, although temporary, offer flexible hours and pay starts =
at
$16.50/hr. If you are interested, please contact the Minneapolis Census
office at 612-216-6150 to schedule an appointment to take their =
standardized
field test. Paid training to take place in late February and work to =
begin
in March and April. If you would like more information about the =
position,
please refer to www.2010censusjobs.gov .
Andrew Virden, Recruitment Assistant 612-216-6150
Rental Property Owners Workshop=20
Where: 3rd Precinct Community Room=20
3000 Minnehaha Av. S. (Parking along Minnehaha on the east and Snelling =
on
the west.)=20
When: Thursday, February 25, 2010=20
6pm to 8:30pm=20
Topics:=20
Working with the MPD on crime problem-solving in/around your property=20
ABC's of Property Management - Presented by Steve Schachtman of Steven =
Scott
Management.=20
* Before you hand over the keys--Screening Applicants=20
* When things go bad--Lease Enforcement=20
* Terminating a tenancy--Eviction Process and Housing Court=20
Rental License Requirements of Owners Dealing with Criminal Activity -
Speakers TBD=20
* Conduct on Premises notice process=20
* Management Plans and Workshops=20
* Resources Available to Owners and Managers of Rental Property=20
Networking with other owners=20
* The last half hour will be set aside for Q&A, and those able to stay =
past
8:30 are welcome to keep up the discussion. Space is limited to maximum =
40
seated, please RSVP by February 22nd to Luther Krueger
<mailto:Luther.Krueger at ci.minneapolis.mn.us> or 612-673-5371=20
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Here are just a few of LNA=92s current volunteer opportunities. Want to
volunteer, but not sure where or how. Schedule a volunteer get-to-know =
you
meeting with Mark <mailto:mark at lyndale.org> or Sarah
<mailto:sarah at lyndale.org> or 612.824.9402. They are fun and easy. =
We=92ll
just sit down and help you figure out where the right place for you to
volunteer is.
Lyndale Board Openings
The Lyndale Neighborhood Association is currently looking for a couple =
of
good people to serve on the LNA Board. In December, Randy Ferguson and
Courtney Lerdon left the board. Courtney who had been a long-time =
manager
and part owner of Champion=92s Sports Bar left to pursue other career
opportunities outside of the neighborhood and Randy left the board to =
focus
his time on other endeavors, but is planning on staying involved as a =
block
club leader and as a regular contributor to the Lyndale Neighborhood =
News.
The two resignations have created two vacancies on the LNA board. Both
seats were elected in June of this past year and would run from the time =
of
appointment through June 2011. The process for being appointed to one =
of
these seats is simple; you just have to express your interest; the board
will then make an appointment at its regular meeting, which must be
confirmed at the next General Membership meeting.
Find out more details at www.lyndale.org
Somali Reading Program Volunteers
We=92re looking for adults who are willing to commit some time to =
helping
Lyndale youth improve their reading skills. The reading program meets =
on
Monday=92s from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at Albright Townhomes. To volunteer or =
for
more information contact Amal at amal at lyndale.org or 612.824.9402 ext 14
Lyndale Open House=20
We=92re looking for people to help with the 2010 Lyndale Open House. =
We=92re
currently looking for people to help set-up, serve food, help with =
auction
items, greet people, etc. The time commitment for this volunteer
opportunity is a couple of hours on Thursday, March 25th. For more
information contact Sarah <mailto:sarah at lyndale.org> at 612.824.9402 ex =
12.
Free Personal Safety Workshop
Saturday, February 20th
Northeast School
2929 Hayes St. NE
10:00 Am
The Minneapolis Police Department is hosting a free personal safety =
workshop
on Saturday, February 20th at Northeast School. Learn to recognize a
possible attack in the making and what role distance awareness, body
language, tone of voice, etc. can play. Simple =93last-ditch=94 =
physical
self-defense techniques will also be presented, practical even for =
people
who have little physical skill or ability. To reserve a place in this =
class
call Carol at 612.673.2874.
Hosmer Music and Dance from Around the World Concert Information
All concerts are on Saturday at 2:00 pm at Hosmer Library
<http://www.hclib.org/agenciesaction.cfm?agency=3Dhs> 347 E. 36th St.
* Saturday, February 13th =96 Amwaag Arabic Classic Music
* Saturday, February 27th =96 Pusha Guswami, North Indian Vocalist with
Trio=09
* Saturday, March 13th =96 Women Performers, Women=92s Orchestra
* Saturday, March 20th =96 Celebrate Persian New Year with Iranian
Classical Music
* Saturday, March 27th =96 Am Waaj, Music of Arabia and the Middle East
Zone 3 (Area C) Parent Advisory Council Meeting
Thursday February 25, 2010 ~ 6:30-8:30pm
Whittier International Elementary School=20
315 West 26th Street =96 enter at door #1
Childcare available, interpretation in Spanish and Somali
Internet and Cell Safety 101 =96 A presentation for parents and =
caregivers of
kids ages 11 and up.
Do you want to learn more about social networking sites, cyber-bullying,
sexting and internet safety?
This workshop is designed to help bridge the gap many parents feel when
talking to their teen about technology. You will learn the basics of =
social
networking, including what is safe to post on-line. Filtering software =
and
safety rules will also be discussed. Make sure your teen is educated =
and
empowered to make healthy choices on-line!
Transitioning for 2010-11 update by Courtney Cushing-Kiernat
courtney.kiernat at mpls.k12.mn.us=20
Q&A with Dr. Marianne Norris, Associate Superintendent
marianne.norris at mpls.k12.mn.us=20
Contact: Gael Ellis Gael.Ellis at mpls.k12.mn.us=20
LNA Business Sponsorships Still Available
If your business values building connections with other local businesses =
and
residents we encourage you to become both a 2010 LNA Business Sponsor =
and to
be active in the Lyndale Neighborhood Business Association. By becoming =
a
sponsor your business will be front and center every month as a =
supporter of
the neighborhood in the Lyndale Neighborhood News, which is mailed to =
about
4,000 residences each month, and the Lyndale E-News which is regularly
emailed to almost 700 people.
LNA=92s business sponsorship program is critical to ensure Lyndale has =
the
resources to continue improving the neighborhood=92s economic climate,
providing free membership for all businesses in the Lyndale Neighborhood
Business Association, and building strong connections between =
Lyndale=92s
businesses and residents.
In today=92s market your business has numerous marketing choices. As a
business in the Lyndale Neighborhood, your demonstrated investment in =
the
community is seen by thousands of community members each month as a sign =
of
your commitment to help build a strong connected community.
Interested in finding out more, check out
http://www.lyndale.org/archives/category/lnba or contact Mark at
mark at lyndale.org or 612.824.9402 ex 16.
Upcoming LNA Committee Meeting Schedule
Everyone in the neighborhood is invited to get involved with one or more =
of
LNA=92s Committees. The Committee=92s form the backbone of LNA=92s work =
in the
community and are a great way for people to be involved in making =
Lyndale a
great place to live.
Housing, Planning, and Development
Wednesday, March 3rd=20
6:30 to 8:00 pm at the LNA Office (3537 Nicollet)
The H, P, & D Committee will be working on development guidelines to =
guide
future development in the neighborhood and discussing the community
engagement process for the planned Nicollet Avenue reconstruction =
talking
place in 2012. The Committee is currently looking for new people to get
involved and would encourage anyone who is interested to come to a =
meeting
and check it out with no strings attached.
For more information contact Norma at 612.824.9402 ext 15 or
norma at lyndale.org
Environment Committee
Tuesday, March 2nd
6:00 to 8:00 pm location LNA Offices (3537 Nicollet Ave)
The Environment Committee will be finishing up work on a list of =
potential
storm water management projects to help make the water in the =
neighborhood
cleaner, discussing plans to take care of some long-term water issues at =
the
LNA building, and planning fun activities for the Lyndale Open House.
For more information contact Mark <mailto:mark at lyndale.org> at =
612.824.9402
ext 16
Crime and Drug
Tuesday, March 9th
6:30 to 8:00
5th Precinct Community Room
The Crime and Drug Committee will be planning for spring activities.=20
For more information contact Sarah <mailto:sarah at lyndale.org> at
612.824.9402 ext 12
2010 Lyndale Neighborhood Business Sponsors
Please take a moment to thank the following neighborhood businesses for
sponsoring the Lyndale Neighborhood Association during 2010.=20
Community Builder=20
* Minnesota Teen Challenge <http://www.mntc.org> (1619 Portland Ave
S)
* Zion Lutheran Church <http://www.zionchurchmpls.org> (128 west 33rd
St)
Neighborhood Partner=20
* Butter Bakery Caf=E9 <http://www.butterbakerycafe.com> (3544 Grand
Ave)
* Blaisdell YMCA
<http://www.ymcatwincities.org/index.asp?pageID=3D58&branchID=3D25> =
(3335
Blaisdell Ave)
* Bryant Lake Bowl <http://www.bryantlakebowl.com> (810 W. Lake St)
* Gray=92s Leather <http://www.graysleather.com> (3401 Nicollet Ave)
* Pearle Vision <http://www.pearlevision.com/> (115 East Lake St)
* Redeemer Health & Rehab Center <http://www.elimcare.org/> (625 W
Lake St)
* Sauce Spirits & Sound Bar <http://www.spiritsandsound.com>
(3001/3005 Lyndale Ave)
Good Neighbor
* State Farm Insurance <http://www.statefarm.com/> (3439 Nicollet
Avenue)
About the Lyndale E-News
The Lyndale Neighborhood Association maintains the Lyndale E-News as a
service for Lyndale residents. This is an announce only email list. =
The
Lyndale E-News is published several times a month. To submit an item =
for an
upcoming issue of the Lyndale E-News email Mark Hinds at =
mark at lyndale.org or
call 612.824.9402 ext 16. =20
Subscription Information
To subscribe or unsubscribe to the Lyndale E-News follow this link
http://mail.menolly.net/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/lyndale_e-news
<http://mail.menolly.net/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/lyndale_e-news%20> =
and
enter your information in the appropriate fields. =20
Mark Hinds
Executive Director
Lyndale Neighborhood Association
3537 Nicollet Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55408
612.824.9402 ext 16
mark at lyndale.org
www.lyndale.org
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FACE=3D"Arial">Lyndale E-News for Thursday, February 11, =
2010</FONT></B></U></P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">The Lyndale E-News =
provides information on community events, neighborhood meetings, and =
important news for the Lyndale Neighborhood. More information on =
the Lyndale Neighborhood can be found at </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.lyndale.org/"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">www.lyndale.org</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">. Stay current with Lyndale Events by =
using the </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.lyndale.org/lyndale-neighborhood-calendar"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Lyndale Neighborhood =
Calendar</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">.</FONT></P>
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<BR><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">In this =
Issue</FONT></B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">:</FONT>
<OL TYPE=3D1>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">New Winter Parking =
Restrictions go into effect on Thursday, February 11th</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">February General =
Membership Meeting (Monday, February 22nd)</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Apartment for =
Rent</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">2010 Lyndale Open =
House (Thursday, March 25<SUP>th</SUP>)</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Lyndale Neighborhood =
Business Association Meeting (Thursday, February =
18<SUP>th</SUP>)</FONT></LI>
<LI><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.lyndale.org/housing-and-economic-development-programs/=
housing-programs"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">LNA =
Housing Programs Now Available</FONT></U></A></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Energy Saver Rebates =
Available </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">US Census Hiring =
Part-Time Census Take Positions in Lyndale</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Rental Property =
Owners Workshop (Thursday, February 25<SUP>th</SUP>)</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Current Volunteer =
Opportunities</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Free Personal Safety =
Workshop (Saturday, February 20<SUP>th</SUP>)</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Zone 3 (Area C) =
Parent Advisory Council Meeting (Thursday, February 25)</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">LNA Business =
Sponsorships Still Available</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Upcoming LNA =
Committee Meeting Schedule and Info</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">2010 Lyndale =
Business Sponsors<I></I></FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">About the Lyndale =
E-News</FONT></LI>
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<BR><U><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">New Winter Parking Restrictions =
go into effect on Thursday, February 11th</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Following the end of =
Minneapolis’ current Snow Emergency, Winter Parking Restrictions =
will take effect</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. =
11. This means parking will be banned on the even side of =
non-Snow-</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Emergency-routes until April 1, unless =
conditions allow the City to lift the ban earlier. </FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">=A0=A0 =A0</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Thursday, Feb. 11 – Winter =
Parking Restrictions beginning at 8 a.m., parking is prohibited on the =
EVEN side </FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">of non-Snow-Emergency-routes. =
Parking is allowed on Snow Emergency routes and the ODD side of =
non-</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Snow Emergency-routes. </FONT>
<BR><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">=A0</FONT></B>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Minneapolis has had about 30 inches of =
snow so far this winter, with very little melting in between snowfalls. =
</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">This means snow, even when it’s =
plowed, has begun to encroach on residential streets. That leads to the =
</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">narrowing of streets that can pose a =
safety hazard when emergency vehicles, such as fire trucks and </FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">ambulances, cannot navigate these =
streets to reach people who need assistance. For more information =
go to </FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">the City of Minneapolis’ =
</FONT><A HREF=3D"http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/snow/"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Snow Page</FONT></U></A><FONT =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">.</FONT>
</P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">February =
General Membership Meeting</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">February General =
Membership Meeting</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Monday, February =
22<SUP>nd</SUP></FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">6:30 to 8:00 =
pm</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Painter Park</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Join us at the February 22<SUP>nd</SUP> =
General Membership meeting for your chance to meet Inspector Eddie =
Frizell. Inspector Frizell is the new Inspector for the =
5<SUP>th</SUP> Precinct, which is Lyndale’s precinct. This =
is a great chance to get to know the new inspector and to ask him =
questions about his priorities for the precinct. Brian Elliot from =
Congressman Ellison’s office will also be there to answer =
questions and update the neighborhood on the Congressman’s =
work. There will also be an update on the Open House and other =
interesting neighborhood happenings. Treats at this meeting will =
be provided by Liz Sibet and Mary Grimstad BenAri.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Childcare is =
available through Leonardo’s at Lyndale for children 4 to 12 years =
old at Painter Park from 6:30 until 8:00 pm. For more information =
check out </FONT><A HREF=3D"http://www.lyndale.org"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">www.lyndale.org</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">, or contact Mark Hinds at 612.824.9402 ext =
16.</FONT></P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Apartment for =
Rent</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">3537 Nicollet =
Avenue, Upper Unit</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">1,500 square feet - =
$1,150 a month</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">LNA has a newly =
renovated 2 bedroom apartment for rent at 3537 Nicollet Avenue that is =
currently available. This is a great unit for anyone who likes an =
open floor plan and lots of natural light. The unit includes a =
dishwasher, laundry room with washer and dryer, and two good sized =
bedrooms with big closets. The main room and kitchen have a =
completely open floor plan that will provide you with tons of =
options. For more information and pictures check out </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.lyndale.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">www.lyndale.org</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">. To schedule a showing contact </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:norma at lyndale.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Norma</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> at 612.824.9402 ex 15.</FONT></P>
<P><U><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">2010 Lyndale Open =
House</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Thursday, March 25<SUP>th</SUP></FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Lyndale Community School (312 west =
34<SUP>th</SUP> St.)</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">6:00 to 8:30 pm</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Come celebrate all that’s great =
in Lyndale at the 2010 Lyndale Open House. </FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Find out how it takes a neighborhood =
to:</FONT>
<UL>
<UL>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Keep the community safe</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Become more sustainable</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Improve our homes </FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Connect with local =
businesses</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Have fun</FONT></LI>
<BR>
</UL></UL>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">This year’s Open House will =
include:</FONT>
<UL>
<UL>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">More kid’s activities in the =
gym</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Tasty Treats from local =
restaurants</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Silent auction and community =
raffle</FONT></LI>
<LI><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Really creative Great =
Gatherings</FONT></LI>
<BR>
</UL></UL>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">This is your chance to come connect =
with what’s happening in the neighborhood and support LNA. =
For more information about the Open House contact Mark at 612.824.9402 =
ex 16 / mark at lyndale.org.</FONT></P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Lyndale =
Neighborhood Business Association Meeting</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Thursday, February =
18<SUP>th</SUP> </FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">From Noon to 1:00 =
pm</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">At Redeemer Health =
& Rehabilitation Center</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">(625 West =
31<SUP>st</SUP> Street) Lunch is being served</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Join us to talk about =
ideas for a business fa=E7ade program for the neighborhood and about =
ways we can improve business to business communication in Lyndale. =
We’ll also learn about Redeemer Health & Rehab Center who is =
this month’s featured business </FONT></P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">For more information =
contact Norma Pietz at 612.824.9402 ext 15 or </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:norma at lyndale.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">norma at lyndale.org</FONT></U></A>
</P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">LNA Housing =
Programs </FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">LNA’s new =
Housing Programs are currently available and open for applications. =
</FONT>
</P>
<P><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Single Family =
Revolving Loan Program</FONT></B> <FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">- Provides loans for improvements to single family, =
condos, townhomes, and cooperatives in Lyndale.=A0 Loan amounts range =
from $3,000 to $15,000 and can be used to correct outstanding code =
violations, improve energy efficiency, and general =
improvements.</FONT></P>
<P><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Multi-Family =
Revolving Loan Program</FONT></B> <FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">- Provides loans for improvements to multi-family housing =
units in Lyndale.=A0 Loan amounts range from $3,000 to $30,000 depending =
on the number of units in the building and can be used to correct =
outstanding code violations, improve energy efficiency, and general =
improvements.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">You can find out all =
the details by checking out the </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.lyndale.org/housing-and-economic-development-programs/=
housing-programs"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">LNA =
Home Loan Program Page</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">.=A0 Questions, not sure which program is right for you, =
contact </FONT><A HREF=3D"mailto:norma at lyndale.org"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Norma</FONT></U></A><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> at 612.824.9402 ex 15 for =
more information or to schedule a meeting to find out more information =
about LNA and CEE’s home improvement programs.</FONT></P>
<P><B><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Energy Saver =
Rebates Available Now!</FONT></U></B>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Energy Saver Rebates =
are currently available through the Center for Energy and the =
Environment (CEE). </FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">• 35% rebate =
on all qualifying energy improvements</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">• Maximum =
rebate is $10,000</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">• Qualifying =
improvements include windows, doors, insulation, water heaters, heating =
and cooling</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">(Improvements must =
meet certain minimum criteria)</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">• Must take =
out a Fix-Up Fund loan to access rebate Minnesota Federal Stimulus =
rebates of up to $10,000 are available through the Minnesota Housing =
Fix-up Fund in the form of an Energy Saver Rebate.</FONT></P>
<P><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">First Come First =
Serve!</FONT></I>
</P>
<P><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Fix-up Fund Loan =
Program Available through CEE</FONT></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">• Maximum =
loan: $35,000</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">• Interest =
rate: 5.99%*</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">• Currently =
$96,500 maximum household income limit</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">* Rate as of =
11.22.2009 - Subject to change</FONT>
<BR><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">For more =
information visit </FONT></I><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.mncee.org"><I></I><I><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">www.mncee.org</FONT></U></I><I></I></A><I><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> or call =
612-335-5884</FONT></I>
</P>
<P><B><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">US Census =
Bureau is hiring part-time Census taker positions in the Lyndale =
neighborhood</FONT></U></B><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">. </FONT></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">These positions, =
although temporary, offer flexible hours and pay starts at =
$16.50/hr. If you are interested, please contact the Minneapolis =
Census office at 612-216-6150 to schedule an appointment to take their =
standardized field test. Paid training to take place in late =
February and work to begin in March and April. If you would like =
more information about the position, please refer to </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.2010censusjobs.gov"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">www.2010censusjobs.gov</FONT></U></A><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> .</FONT></P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Andrew Virden, =
Recruitment Assistant 612-216-6150</FONT>
</P>
<P><U><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Rental Property Owners =
Workshop</FONT></B> </U>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Where: 3rd Precinct Community Room<BR>
3000 Minnehaha Av. S. (Parking along Minnehaha on the east and Snelling =
on the west.) </FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">When: Thursday, February 25, =
2010=A0</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">6pm to 8:30pm </FONT>
</P>
<P><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Topics:</FONT></U><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"><BR>
Working with the MPD on crime problem-solving in/around your property =
</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">ABC's of Property Management - =
Presented by Steve Schachtman of Steven Scott Management.<BR>
=A0* Before you hand over the keys--Screening Applicants<BR>
=A0* When things go bad--Lease Enforcement<BR>
=A0* Terminating a tenancy--Eviction Process and Housing Court </FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Rental License Requirements of Owners =
Dealing with Criminal Activity - Speakers TBD<BR>
=A0* Conduct on Premises notice process<BR>
=A0* Management Plans and Workshops<BR>
=A0* Resources Available to Owners and Managers of Rental Property =
</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Networking with other owners<BR>
=A0* The last half hour will be set aside for Q&A, and those able to =
stay past 8:30 are welcome to keep up the discussion. Space is =
limited to maximum 40 seated, please RSVP by February 22nd to </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:Luther.Krueger at ci.minneapolis.mn.us"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Luther =
Krueger</FONT></U></A><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> or 612-673-5371 =
</FONT></P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Current =
Volunteer Opportunities</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Here are just a few =
of LNA’s current volunteer opportunities. Want to volunteer, =
but not sure where or how. Schedule a volunteer get-to-know you =
meeting with </FONT><A HREF=3D"mailto:mark at lyndale.org"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Mark</FONT></U></A><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> or </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:sarah at lyndale.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Sarah</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> or 612.824.9402. They are fun and easy. =
We’ll just sit down and help you figure out where the right place =
for you to volunteer is.</FONT></P>
<P><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Lyndale Board =
Openings</FONT></U>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">The Lyndale Neighborhood Association =
is currently looking for a couple of good people to serve on the LNA =
Board.=A0 In December, Randy Ferguson and Courtney Lerdon left the =
board.=A0 Courtney who had been a long-time manager and part owner of =
Champion’s Sports Bar left to pursue other career opportunities =
outside of the neighborhood and Randy left the board to focus his time =
on other endeavors, but is planning on staying involved as a block club =
leader and as a regular contributor to the Lyndale Neighborhood =
News.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">The two resignations have created two =
vacancies on the LNA board.=A0 Both seats were elected in June of this =
past year and would run from the time of appointment through June =
2011.=A0 The process for being appointed to one of these seats is =
simple; you just have to express your interest; the board will then make =
an appointment at its regular meeting, which must be confirmed at the =
next General Membership meeting.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Find out more details at </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.lyndale.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">www.lyndale.org</FONT></U></A>
</P>
<P><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Somali Reading =
Program Volunteers</FONT></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">We’re looking =
for adults who are willing to commit some time to helping Lyndale youth =
improve their reading skills. The reading program meets on =
Monday’s from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at Albright Townhomes. To =
volunteer or for more information contact Amal at </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:amal at lyndale.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">amal at lyndale.org</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> or 612.824.9402 ext 14</FONT></P>
<P><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Lyndale Open House =
</FONT></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">We’re looking =
for people to help with the 2010 Lyndale Open House. We’re =
currently looking for people to help set-up, serve food, help with =
auction items, greet people, etc. The time commitment for this =
volunteer opportunity is a couple of hours on Thursday, March =
25th. For more information contact </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:sarah at lyndale.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Sarah</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> at 612.824.9402 ex 12.</FONT></P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Free Personal =
Safety Workshop</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Saturday, February =
20<SUP>th</SUP></FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Northeast =
School</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">2929 Hayes St. =
NE</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">10:00 Am</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">The Minneapolis =
Police Department is hosting a free personal safety workshop on =
Saturday, February 20<SUP>th</SUP> at Northeast School. Learn to =
recognize a possible attack in the making and what role distance =
awareness, body language, tone of voice, etc. can play. Simple =
“last-ditch” physical self-defense techniques will also be =
presented, practical even for people who have little physical skill or =
ability. To reserve a place in this class call Carol at =
612.673.2874.</FONT></P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Hosmer Music =
and Dance from Around the World Concert Information</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">All concerts are on =
Saturday at 2:00 pm at </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.hclib.org/agenciesaction.cfm?agency=3Dhs"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Hosmer =
Library</FONT></U></A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> =
347 E. 36th St.</FONT>
<UL>
<UL>
<LI><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Saturday, =
February 13<SUP>th</SUP></FONT></I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> – Amwaag Arabic Classic Music</FONT></LI>
<LI><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Saturday, =
February 27<SUP>th</SUP></FONT></I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> – Pusha Guswami, North Indian Vocalist with =
Trio </FONT></LI>
<LI><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Saturday, March =
13<SUP>th</SUP></FONT></I> <FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">– Women Performers, Women’s =
Orchestra</FONT></LI>
<LI><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Saturday, March =
20<SUP>th</SUP></FONT></I> <FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">– Celebrate Persian New Year with Iranian Classical =
Music</FONT></LI>
<LI><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Saturday, March =
27<SUP>th</SUP></FONT></I> <FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">– Am Waaj, Music of Arabia and the Middle =
East</FONT></LI>
<BR>
</UL></UL>
<P><U><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Zone 3 (Area C) Parent Advisory =
Council Meeting</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Thursday February 25, 2010 ~ =
6:30-8:30pm</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Whittier International Elementary =
School </FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">315 West 26<SUP>th</SUP> Street =
– enter at door #1</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Childcare available, interpretation in =
Spanish and Somali</FONT>
</P>
<P><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Internet and Cell Safety =
101</FONT></B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> – A presentation for =
parents and caregivers of kids ages 11 and up.</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Do you want to learn more about social =
networking sites, cyber-bullying, sexting and internet safety?</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">This workshop is designed to help =
bridge the gap many parents feel when talking to their teen about =
technology. You will learn the basics of social networking, =
including what is safe to post on-line. Filtering software and =
safety rules will also be discussed. Make sure your teen is =
educated and empowered to make healthy choices on-line!</FONT></P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Transitioning for 2010-11 update by =
Courtney Cushing-Kiernat </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:courtney.kiernat at mpls.k12.mn.us"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">courtney.kiernat at mpls.k12.mn.us</FONT></U></A><FONT =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> </FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Q&A with Dr. Marianne Norris, =
Associate Superintendent </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:marianne.norris at mpls.k12.mn.us"><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">marianne.norris at mpls.k12.mn.us</FONT></U></A><FONT =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> </FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Contact: Gael Ellis </FONT><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:Gael.Ellis at mpls.k12.mn.us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Gael.Ellis at mpls.k12.mn.us</FONT></U></A><FONT =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> </FONT>
</P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">LNA Business =
Sponsorships Still Available</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">If your business =
values building connections with other local businesses and residents we =
encourage you to become both a 2010 LNA Business Sponsor and to be =
active in the Lyndale Neighborhood Business Association.=A0 By becoming =
a sponsor your business will be front and center every month as a =
supporter of the neighborhood in the Lyndale Neighborhood News, which is =
mailed to about 4,000 residences each month, and the Lyndale E-News =
which is regularly emailed to almost 700 people.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">LNA’s business =
sponsorship program is critical to ensure Lyndale has the resources to =
continue improving the neighborhood’s economic climate, providing =
free membership for all businesses in the Lyndale Neighborhood Business =
Association, and building strong connections between Lyndale’s =
businesses and residents.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">In today’s =
market your business has numerous marketing choices. As a business =
in the Lyndale Neighborhood, your demonstrated investment in the =
community is seen by thousands of community members each month as a sign =
of your commitment to help build a strong connected =
community.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Interested in finding =
out more, check out</FONT> <A =
HREF=3D"http://www.lyndale.org/archives/category/lnba"><U></U><U><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">http://www.lyndale.org/archives/category/lnba</FONT></U></=
A><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> or contact Mark at =
</FONT><A HREF=3D"mailto:mark at lyndale.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">mark at lyndale.org</FONT></U></A><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> or 612.824.9402 ex =
16.</FONT></P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Upcoming LNA =
Committee Meeting Schedule</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Everyone in the =
neighborhood is invited to get involved with one or more of LNA’s =
Committees. The Committee’s form the backbone of LNA’s =
work in the community and are a great way for people to be involved in =
making Lyndale a great place to live.</FONT></P>
<P><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Housing, Planning, =
and Development</FONT></B>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Wednesday, March 3rd =
</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">6:30 to 8:00 pm at =
the LNA Office (3537 Nicollet)</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">The H, P, & D =
Committee will be working on development guidelines to guide future =
development in the neighborhood and discussing the community engagement =
process for the planned Nicollet Avenue reconstruction talking place in =
2012. The Committee is currently looking for new people to get =
involved and would encourage anyone who is interested to come to a =
meeting and check it out with no strings attached.</FONT></P>
<P><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">For more =
information contact Norma at 612.824.9402 ext 15 or </FONT></I><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:norma at lyndale.org"><I></I><I><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">norma at lyndale.org</FONT></U></I><I></I></A><I></I>
</P>
<P><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Environment =
Committee</FONT></B>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Tuesday, March =
2nd</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">6:00 to 8:00 pm =
location LNA Offices (3537 Nicollet Ave)</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">The Environment =
Committee will be finishing up work on a list of potential storm water =
management projects to help make the water in the neighborhood cleaner, =
discussing plans to take care of some long-term water issues at the LNA =
building, and planning fun activities for the Lyndale Open =
House.</FONT></P>
<P><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">For more =
information contact </FONT></I><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:mark at lyndale.org"><I></I><I><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Mark</FONT></U></I><I></I></A><I><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> at 612.824.9402 ext =
16</FONT></I>
</P>
<P><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Crime and =
Drug</FONT></B>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Tuesday, March =
9th</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">6:30 to 8:00</FONT>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">5<SUP>th</SUP> =
Precinct Community Room</FONT>
</P>
<P><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">The Crime and Drug =
Committee will be planning for spring activities. </FONT>
<BR><I><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">For more =
information contact </FONT></I><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:sarah at lyndale.org"><I></I><I><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Sarah</FONT></U></I><I></I></A><I><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> at 612.824.9402 ext =
12</FONT></I>
</P>
<P><U><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">2010 Lyndale =
Neighborhood Business Sponsors</FONT></B></U>
<BR><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Please take a moment =
to thank the following neighborhood businesses for sponsoring the =
Lyndale Neighborhood Association during 2010. </FONT></P>
<P><B><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Community Builder =
</FONT></B>
<UL>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.mntc.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Minnesota Teen Challenge</FONT></U></A><B></B><FONT =
COLOR=3D"#000000" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> (1619 Portland Ave =
S)</FONT></LI>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.zionchurchmpls.org"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Zion Lutheran Church</FONT></U></A><FONT =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> (128 west 33<SUP>rd</SUP> St)</FONT></LI>
<BR>
</UL>
<P><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Neighborhood Partner </FONT></B>
<UL>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.butterbakerycafe.com"><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Butter Bakery Caf=E9</FONT></U></A><B></B><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> (3544 Grand Ave)</FONT></LI>
<LI><A =
HREF=3D"http://www.ymcatwincities.org/index.asp?pageID=3D58&branchID=3D=
25"><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Blaisdell YMCA</FONT></U></A><FONT =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> (3335 Blaisdell Ave)</FONT></LI>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.bryantlakebowl.com"><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Bryant Lake Bowl</FONT></U></A><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> (810 W. Lake St)</FONT></LI>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.graysleather.com"><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Gray’s Leather</FONT></U></A><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> (3401 Nicollet Ave)</FONT></LI>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.pearlevision.com/"><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Pearle Vision</FONT></U></A><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> (115 East Lake St)</FONT></LI>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.elimcare.org/"><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Redeemer Health & Rehab Center</FONT></U></A><FONT =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> (625 W Lake St)</FONT></LI>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.spiritsandsound.com"><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">Sauce Spirits & Sound Bar</FONT></U></A><FONT =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial"> (3001/3005 Lyndale Ave)</FONT></LI>
<BR>
</UL>
<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Good Neighbor</FONT>
<UL>
<LI><A HREF=3D"http://www.statefarm.com/"><U><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial">State Farm Insurance</FONT></U></A><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
FACE=3D"Arial"> (3439 Nicollet Avenue)</FONT></LI>
<BR>
</UL>
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<P><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Mark Hinds</FONT>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Executive Director</FONT>
<BR><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">Lyndale Neighborhood =
Association</FONT></B>
<BR><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Arial">3537 Nicollet Avenue South</FONT>
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