PRIOR LAKE AMERICAN/August 16, 2008/Page 17 Concussion treatment for the athlete Thursday, Aug 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Join sports medicine physician Brad Moser M.D., Minnesota Sports Medicine, for a free seminar. Fairview Southdale Hospital, International Room. Snacks provided. Registration required. Call 612-672-7272. Getting tackled in football, kicked in the head during a swim or shoved into the boards during hockey is part of the sport, but it can give athletes of any age more than a headache. From tri-athletes to soccer players – athletes are at high risk for concussion. Join Dr. Moser to learn about common signs, symptoms and treatments for concussions. “I had no idea a concussion could be so serious.” Fairview Southdale Hospital is a recipient of HealthGrades’ 2008 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence TM Save the date: Sept. 16 Seasonal allergies Learn more at southdale.fairview.org/ortho 163749 Proud owner Dairy Queen workers surprised business owner Howie Clausen of Prior Lake with a new special last week: the announcement of the addition to his family, a baby girl. (Photo by Joanna Miller) Class planned for those with vision loss Vision Loss Resources will host a five-week skills class for people who are blind or visu- ally impaired, from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Aug. 26 and Sept. 2, 9, 16 and 23. The class will take place in the second-floor activity room at McKenna Crossing, 13810 Shepherds Path. There is no cost to attend. The class is intended for seniors who live in a senior-living apart- ment. RSVP by calling McKenna Crossing at (952) 230-3300. 3XEOLF 1RWLFHV NOTICE OF PUBLIC ASSESS- MENT HEARING 2008 PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT #08-011 BROOKSVILLE HILLS PHASE I, SANITARY SEWER, WATERMAIN, STORM SEWER, AGGREGATE BASE, AND APPURTENANT WORK IN THE CITY OF PRIOR LAKE, SCOTT COUNTY, MINNESOTA Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Prior Lake, Minnesota will meet in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4646 Dakota Street SE, on Tuesday, the 2nd of September, 2008 at 6:00 P.M. to consider the assessment of the following street: PROJECT DESCRIPTION Reconstruction of Brooks Circle, Fillmore Avenue, Itasca Avenue south of Summer Street, and Franklin Trail from Brooks Circle to 200 feet South, including grading, sanitary sewer, watermain, storm sewer, aggregate base, concrete curb and gutter, bi- tuminous surfacing, utility im- provements, and appurtenant work. The area proposed to be assessed consists of every lot, piece or parcel of land benefited by said improve- ment, which has been ordered made and is as follows: Brooks Circle, Fillmore Av- enue, Itasca Avenue south of Sum- mer Street, and Franklin Trail from Brooks Circle to 200 feet North, City of Prior Lake, Minnesota. The area proposed to be assessed is every lot, piece, and parcel ben- efiting from said improvements, whether abutting or not, within the following described areas: Portions of the North half of Section 1, Town- ship 114 North, Range 22 West, Scott County, Minnesota. Specific prop- erty descriptions included in the above described area, but not inclu- sive, are as follows: Property abutting including: Brooksville Hills 1 st Addition Brooksville Hills 2 nd Addition Brooksville Hills 4 th Addition The estimated total of the as- sessment roll is $344,907.00. The Council proposes to pro- ceed under the authority granted by Chapter 429 M.S.A. The proposed assessment roll is on file in the City Manager’s office and any written or oral objections will be considered at the public hear- ing. No appeal may be taken as to the amount of any assessment un- less a signed, written objection is filed with the City Manager prior to the hearing or presented to the pre- siding officer at the hearing. An appeal to district court may be made by serving notice upon the Mayor or City Manager within 30 days af- ter adoption of the assessment roll and filing such notice with district court within 10 days after service upon the Mayor or City Manager. The City also has adopted a deferred assessment ordinance whereby the City Council may defer the payment of special assessments for those in- dividuals who are permanently dis- abled or have attained the age of 65 or older. Guideline criteria and applications are available at City Hall. Applications must be made within 30 days following the adop- tion of the assessment roll by the City Council. Dated: August 4, 2008 By Order of the City Council Frank Boyles City Manager (Published in the Prior Lake Ameri- can on Saturday, August 9, 16, 23, 2008; No. 7779) DRAFT AGENDA SPRING LAKE TOWNSHIP MONTHLY MEETING THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2008 at 6:00 P.M. SPRING LAKE TOWNSHIP TOWN HALL 20381 FAIRLAWN AVENUE PRIOR LAKE, MN 55372 6:00 p.m. Call to order Pledge of Allegiance Changes to agenda Approve agenda Approval of July 10, 2008 monthly meeting minutes Public Commentary Agenda Items Consideration of a petition for paving Xeon Avenue and South Sutton Lake Boulevard. Jack Haugen and Ken Hedberg, City of Prior Lake Annexation Com- mittee – Opportunity for new An- nexation Committee members and new Board members to become ac- quainted. Gordie Schmitz, Greystone Con- struction – update on Town Hall project Consideration of quotes for pav- ing a by-pass lane on CSAH 10 for the Town Hall Consideration of a summary of amended Ordinance 06-004 for pub- lication Consideration of Ordinance 08- 002 regarding lawn maintenance and weed control Consideration of a fee schedule for wetland services/activities Consideration of a joint powers agreement with Scott County for assessment services for 2009 Consideration of a resolution adopting a records retention pro- gram Consideration of a resolution appointing election judges for 2008 Engineer’s Report Road Report Parks Report Public Notice deadline for the Prior Lake American is at Noon on Tuesday, for the following week's issue. Faxes not accepted. (Published in the Prior Lake American on Saturday, August 16 and 23, 2008; No. 7780) Update on signage for Town Hall Consideration of quotes for ir- rigation system for Town Hall Treasurer’s Report Discussion of refinancing for Series 1999A Bonds New Business/Old Business 8) Approval of disbursements Kathy Nielsen, Clerk 952-492-7030 [email protected] (Published in the Prior Lake Ameri- can on Saturday, August 16, 2008; No. 7781) Absentee voting Absentee Ballots are available for the September 9, 2008 Primary Election. If you are unable to be at your polling location on Election Day due to absence from precinct, illness or disability, religious disci- pline or observance of religious holi- day, ballots can be obtained at the following locations. An application is necessary to receive a ballot by mail. Please call Scott County Elections to request an application or it may be obtained from the Scott County website. SCOTT COUNTY ELECTIONS Scott County Government Center 200 Fourth Ave W, Shakopee (Room GC102) Hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (952) 496-8560 www.co.scott.mn.us PRIOR LAKE CITY HALL 4646 Dakota St SE, Prior Lake Hours 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ( 9 5 2 ) 4 4 7 - 4 2 3 0 ADDITIONAL VOTING HOURS Saturday, September 6, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday, September 8, 2008, until 5:00 p.m. (Published in the Prior Lake Ameri- can on Saturday, August 16, 2008; No. 7782) Agenda Credit River Township Monthly Meeting August 18, 2008 www.creditriver-mn.gov Note: Meeting begins at 6:00 pm Call to Order, Pledge of Alle- giance Old Business Discuss Littering Ordinance Status of Discussions with Sav- age / Pearson Gravel Mining Fiscal Impact Proposal Open Re-Organization Items 210 th Street Road Improvement Project Use of Town Hall as a meeting Place John Mesenbrink – Discuss Lot Fees for Stoneridge Projects Review and Pay Bills Engineer’s Report 1) Discuss 5 Year Road Mainte- nance / Capital Improvement Plan 2) Consider Bids for Current Road Projects Minutes of Previous Meeting Residents Group Report Resident Open Forum Treasurer’s Report Financial Report for July Escrow Status Discussion of Preliminary Bud- get for 2009 Clerk’s Report New Business Adjourn (Published in the Prior Lake Ameri- can on Saturday, August 16, 2008; No. 7783) 5% Commission Full Service SUE JACOBS 952-746-2033 20 years experience Top Producer Since 1988 SuejacobsSells.com 134734 REAL ESTATE FINANCIAL HELPING SECURE YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE • Insurance • IRAs • Fee Based Planning • Bonds • Mutual Funds • Stocks • 401K Rollovers Rick Hoel CFP ® Financial Advisor 952-445-0888 Ext #19 • 15045 Mystic Lake Dr. • Prior Lake www.southmet.com Investment Product and Services offered through CUSO Financial Services, L.P. 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Investments and Insurance: • Are NOT FDIC insured • May lose value • Are NOT bank deposits • Are NOT insured by any Government Agency • Carry NO financial institution guarantee 172445 INVESTMENTS MORTGAGE PLUMBING Faucet Fixer #193865 30 Years Experience Drains - Gas Lines- Water Heaters 440-6824 Faucet Fixer Women’s shelter marks 25th birthday The public is invited to attend a free family day of fun from 1 to 5 p.m. today, Saturday, Aug. 16, at Huber Park in Sha- kopee. The “Legacy of Hope” cel- ebration is being held to mark Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women’s 25th year of providing services to victims of domestic violence in Carver and Scott counties. The afternoon will be filled with inflatable adventures for both kids and adults to enjoy, live entertainment provided by the Swamp Kings and the JNH band, free games, prizes and treats. A short program will take place at 3 p.m. followed by the pre- sentation of some giveaways. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information about or to volunteer to help with the celebration, call (952) 873-4214.