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1981 April CITYOF FRIDLEY SPRINGNEWSLETTER F V APRIL, 1981 NO.30 F R I DLEY'S BI K EWAY-WA L KWAY SYSTEM C- a«*s - BIKE,lAY SYSTEM PLAN p K e �' �•'- .........• Proposed regional off-street r Proposed City off-street ?' f• - 10101; City hike lane • SOMEONE .City hike routey e: r : s N „ tj Nth • -c u •, 7 e E .., nl �= t A bike path is a pathway designated exclusively for W #�' ' �Pu ; '` ■ bicycles and physically separated from motor vehicle traffic. a,�L e • ,_- tare STREET MAP CITY OF A bike lane is a segment of street or roadway limited to bicycles and designated by a white line. FRIDLEY a w�' . Stroet A bike route is a designated street or roadway shared , o with other transportation modes. BRIEFLY . . . V Events Begin on June 22, 1981 INTERNATIONAL YEAR The Fridley '49ers is an organization which was developed to commemorate the 25th Anni- OF DISABLED PERSONS versary of Fridley.From that group a number of individuals under the auspices of the Fridley Chamber of Commerce formed the nucleous of the organization that developed the first '49er Ms. Mary van Dan was recently Days held June 26-29,1975. appointed as liaison from the City of Fridley to the United Nations' Interna- The choice of the name"Fridley'49ers"was intended to observe three important events: the tional Year of Disabled Persons.The U.N. drafting of the Charter of the City of Fridley in 1949; the designation as a territory in 1849 of proclaimed 1981 as IYDP and chose as the area which is now the State of Minnesota;and also in 1849,the start of the Gold Rush Days the theme "the full participation of dis- in the West.The logo of the'49er Days,the covered wagon and oxen,was developed to combine abled persons in the life of their society." each of these ideas. Ms.van Dan is organizing a committee The responsibility of the '49ers is to organize and develop an annual community celebration of interested citizens to assess the needs and to implement plans to carry out these celebrations.Individuals may become involved in the of and to plan programs for the benefit of '49er organization by attending the meetings scheduled for the fourth Wednesday of each disabled persons living in Fridley. The month,at the Fridley Civic Center. initial meeting of the Fridley IYDP Com- mittee will be held on Tuesday April 21, 1981 at 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Anyone who is concerned about the dis- abled is urged to attend. Call 571-3450, Ext.171 for further information. Scheduled Celebration Highlights , DEAD Monday,June 22nd ....................................... ....Beard Judging Contest Tug-of-War Contest Tuesday,June 23rd....................... ......................Events being planned Wednesday,June 24th ............................ ..............JayCee Variety Show Thursday,June 25th................................Senior Citizen Bowling Tournament Y Friday,June 26th ............................................. ......Softball Games ` Fireworks Queen's Pageant To Name Miss Fridley Saturday,June 27th ...............................................10 Kilometer Run -'— Parade,10:00 a.m. Review bike safety rules Beach Party,Moore Lake Dance,Legion Hall with your children. Sunday,June 28th .............................................Events being planned (Dates of events may change) One of the most exciting times for chil- dren is in the spring of the year when their bikes can come out of storage. But some of the bike safety rules may have been for- gotten over the winter.This spring take a few minutes to review basic safety rules with your children. `VIAL O F LIFE' INFORMATION 1. Obey all traffic laws, signs and signals.They apply to bikes as well as automobiles. "Vial of Life"is a program where Senior Citizens,persons living alone, and those requiring 2. Use proper hand signals for turns and frequent medical attention place a plastic vial in the refrigerator containing a printed form that stops. has the person's pertinent medical information, such as the family doctor, whom to notify, 3. Keep to the right and close to the medicines with dosages and reactions,ailments,blood pressure,etc. curb or side of the road. Never ride against the traffic. The vial is designed to give emergency crews a"Head Start"in treating the sick and injured 4. Ride in a single file at all times. and especially designed to assist the elderly and chronically ill. 5. Always stop when coming out of a The vial is attached with an elastic band to the left side of the top shelf in the refrigerator. driveway or alley into the street. Why the refrigerator?It is the most secure place in the home.Each home has one and is easily 6. Dismount and walk across the accessible to an emergency crew.The refrigerator is also located in a central location to look in- dangerous intersections.Do not turn stead of drawers or cupboards. or cross unless it is safe. 7. Never squeeze into narrow places A bright orange dot placed on the front and back doors and on the refrigerator door alerts the between automobiles. ambulance or police officers,that they must check the refrigerator. 8. Keep both hands on the handle bars, A vial can also be taped to the inside of the automobile's glove compartment door and the except to signal a turn or stop. sticker placed on the far left side of the back window, out of the driver's viewing range. 9. Carry only the number of persons for Highway Patrol and law officers will check the glove compartment "Head Start" for the which a bicycle has seats. injured,and individuals to contact,which sometimes takes hours,can help during these emer- 10. Keep brakes, steering mechanisms, gencies. and other safety devices in good If you would like additional information,please contact Tim Turnbull,571-3450,Ext.174. working order. 11. Always drive with caution and This program could Save Your Life! courtesy. News From The % F Fridley Police Department BEA CONCERNED NEIGHBOR! HELP US HELP YOU! Fridley's Community Crime Prevention Project is now in its second full year of operation.In 1981,project staff plans to continue using basic crime prevention strategies to help curtail area Going on Vacation property crimes. Curtailing crime involves organizing neighborhoods into self-help groups: the organization process includes neighborhood and block club meetings at which residents learn what part they will play in combating area crime. t The Fridley Police Department staff have completed organization of approximately 50%of the city's residential areas.Where the program is in effect,it is tremendously successful—but not all of the city is involved in the program.The Crime Prevention Project staff are looking for residents to help introduce the program to the unor--anized sections of Fridley. If you are interested in learning more about the program, or if you'd like to become a volunteer in your neighborhood,call the City of Fridley Community Crime Prevention Project, #571-3450,Ext. #184.The commitment for the volunteer is minor— the benefits for the com- Residential burglary is the fastest rising munity could be great. crime in the United States. Whenever you leave your residence to spend an evening at a movie,a weekend away from home,or a vaca- In, tion for several weeks,there are many things AIM- you can do to discourage burglars. + • Have lights connected to an automatic y timer to turn them on and off. • Discontinue newspapers or other periodi- cals. • Notify the Police Department to check your house during your absence. • Leave shades and curtains in normal posi- tion.Do not close them completely. • Close and lock all windows and doors,in- cludingCLINIC the garage doors. • Arrange to have your lawn cut. TO • Have mail forwarded or picked up by a friend or neighbor. START I N APRIL • Make certain all doors have secure locks, and lock them. The Special Operations Unit of the Fridley Police Department in cooperation with Fridley Community Education is again sponsoring the Babysitting Clinic for both boys and girls in - grades 4-6.The four sessions will be April 6,8,13,and 15 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.at the Community Education Center. -- - The first session,an introduction to the babysitting course,will include a film and a discus- �= Sion on child development.First Aid is the topic of the second session.The students will learn by demonstration and practice the first aid procedures for artificial respiration, bleeding, choking,poisoning,shock,and burns.We will wrap up the discussion of first aid during the first hour of the third session.The second hour of that session will be a visit from a Fridley police of- ficer and fireman.They will discuss the appropriate action to take in case of an emergency.We will conclude the fourth session of the Babysitting Clinic with a discussion on child care.This topic includes mealtime,diapering,bedtime,bathtime,and general discipline. Every student who successfully completes the eight hours of training will be awarded a card certifying their attendance of all the required sessions. Due to a limited enrollment of 25 students,we encourage interested participants to register as soon as possible by calling Community Education at 571-6000,Ext.223.There is no charge for the Babysitting Clinic. MEETING ROOMS STORM SEWER AVAILABLE POLLUTION The f'`e The Cit offers a variety - y ar ety of meeting rooms The City's Public Works Department ad Greening available for use by community or non-profit vises Fridley residents, and particularly its :_.'fie j organizations.Space for small groups as well businesses,to be especially careful with any i; " / as large groups is available at a nominal cost pollutants that may be washed into our of our �� _ /i to organizations that meet certain quali- storm sewer system. The city has over 30 Lawns l fication requirements. outlets from this system emptying into the The Fridley Civic Center contains four Misissippi River and any run-off could easily and meeting rooms: Community Room I, which add to the River's already difficult pollution also has a kitchen, Community Room II, Problem if we are not more careful. Lakes � 1 Council Chamber and Classroom. Applica- tions for use of the Community Rooms and Classroom must be submitted to the Office of the City Manager at least ten days prior to ' To many people the first sign of spring the date the reservation is desired. FLAG DAY means it's time to fertilize their lawns. Applications for use of the Council JUNE 14TH When applying fertilizer, some of these Chamber must be submitted a minimum of people follow the rule that "more is bet- three weeks in advance. This will allow suf- ter"because it produces such a lush green ficient time for Council approval of usage so color in their lawns. This is definitely as not to interfere with public hearings,etc. wrong!Not only is too much fertilizer bad T for your lawn,but it's even worse for the For more information on qualifications and City's lakes and streams. special rules and procedures that govern the a use of these rooms,call City Hall at 571-3450, Excess fertilizer is actually rejected by Ext.150. your lawn. Water "run-off"from sprinkl- ing and rain carries this fertilizer into the City's lakes and streams. Once in the ^ water areas, it produces a rampant growth of algae which literally chokes the life out of the lakes and streams. To avoid this damage to our water,resi- dents should use caution when fertilizing their lawns: • Make sure your lawn needs fertilizing. DO NOT FERTILIZE AS A MAT- BEA Review thunderstorm and tornado warning TER OF HABIT. definitions and safety procedures. • Apply the right type of fertilizer and use it as directed.APPLY NO MORE GOOD Although most of us welcome spring and the prospect of relief THAN DIRECTED. from winter weather,spring can also mean nasty weather.Spring is • When sprinkling water on your lawn, NEIGHBOR a Prime time for severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.Therefore,it do it lightly and in a well-timed man- is important to know thunderstorms and tornado warning defini- } ner. tions and safety procedures. Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Severe thunderstorms have been sighted or indicated by radar. Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Severe thunderstorms are pos- sible. Severe Thunderstorm: Winds more than 58 mph (95kph) or hail 3/4 in.or more in diameter. OR'S Tornado Watch: Tornadoes and severe thunderstorms are possible. ORNER Tornado Warning: Tornado detected, take shelter immedi- ately. It is that time of year when the Assessor's Division is finishing the physical appraisals in the area for the January 2, se 2, 1 Tornado as- sessment and immediately begins the area for January 2, 198282 I assessment. The area in which the appraisers will be working for the January 2, 1982 assessment is basically West of the Burlington Safety Rules Northern Railroad tracks from Rickard Road to I-694 and East of the Burlington Northern tracks between 69th and Mississippi. • When a tornado threatens,your immediate action can save your If at the time the appraiser comes to your house and no one is life! home,they will leave a pink slip with our office number. Please • Stay away from windows,doors,and outside walls! call immediately for an appointment so that the appraiser can come back while still in the area.Your cooperation is greatly ap- • In homes and small buildings, go to the basement or to an in- preciated. terior part of the lowest level — closets,bathrooms,or interior Don't Forget that the first half of your tax bill is due on June halls.Get under something sturdy. 1st. On June 2nd, a penalty of 3%for homestead property and • In mobile homes or vehicles,leave and go to a substantial struc- 7%for other property will be added. ture. If there is no shelter nearby,lie flat in the nearest ditch, ravine,or culvert with your hands shielding your head. • MAN 4 << � 1 sk �� -• ►^ i FOLLOW THE LEADED TO THE THIRD ANNUAL J i 1 FRIDLEY CELEBRATION OF NATIONS SATURDAY SUNDAY MARCH 28 MARCH 29 Ethnic Ethnic i Displays 11:00 a.m.to 9:00 P.M. Displays 11:30 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. + Foods 11:00 a.m.to 9:00 p.m. Foods 11:30 a.m.to 5:00 p.m, Caberet 11:00 a.m.to 9:00 p.m. Caberet 11:30 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. Open Folk Dance 8:30 p.m.to 11:00 p.m. Dancers 1:00 p.m.,3:00 p.m. Dancers 1,3.5,7:00 p.m. Young peoples art works on an ethnic theme will be on display. Throughout the two days,various groups of folk dancers and folk musicians will be performing. Saturday Night.A special dance.8:30 to 11:00. Folk and old time dances will be taught.Your festival ticket is your ad- mission. Various foods from other countries.Plan to have your meals right at the Festival. All parts of the building are accessible to t the handicapped. COMMUNITY EDUCATION BUILDING 6085 7TH ST. N.E. FRIDLEY,MN. 55432 571-6000 EXT.223 Admission•$2.00 Adult,$1.00 Children(6 to 12 years),5 years and under free. SPONSORED BY FRIDLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND FRIDLEY PARKS&RECREATION After School All after-school programs begin the week of April 13, 1981. All Monday after-school classes will not meet on April 20, 1981. There will be no tennis class on Monday, May 25, 1981. FITNESS FUN CHEERLEADING Have you ever dreamed of being as healthy Learn the basics for cheerleading. Areas to as Wonder Woman or Superman? Here's your be covered are projection cheers, routines, jumps opportunity to learn how to stay in shape and and spirit. Instructor will be a high school learn more about your body. Classes include cheerleader. Classes limited to 15 per class. individual and group activities. � 1-Stevenson Gr. 5-7 Monday 3:45 to 4:45 1-Rice Creek Gr. 1-3 Wednesday 3:45 to 4:45 2-Hayes Gr. 5-7 Wednesday 3:45 to 4:45 2-Hayes Gr. 1-3 Thursday 3:45 to 4:45 3-Rice Creek Gr. 5-7 Thursday 3:45 to 4:45 COST: $5.00 per child for six weeks COST: $5.00 per child for six weeks TENNIS CREATIVE CRAFTS Learn the basics of tennis - grip, rules This class is designed to introduce elementary and strokes. Limited to 12. For grades 4 to 6. age children to a variety of art projects, according to age groups. Limited to 15 per class. WHEN: Mondays, beginning April 13 A. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 1-Stevenson Gr. 1-3 Monday 3:45 to 4:45 B. 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 2-Rice Creek Gr. 1-3 Tuesday 3:45 to 4:45 3-Rice Creek Gr. 4-6 Wednesday 3:45 to 4:45 Tuesdays, beginning April. 14 4-Hayes Gr. 1-3 Wednesday 3:45 to 4:45 C. 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. D. 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. * Session 1 is a five week class. Sessions 2, 3 and 4 are six week classes. LOCATION: Commons Park Tennis Courts COST: $5.00 per child for 6 weeks; COST: $6.00 per child for 5 weeks $4.00 per child for 5 weeks. Instructional ADULT LATCH HOOK Intermediate - for those who have successfuly completed a beginners course or who Learn the technique of latch hook and make have a good background in the sport. a sampler that can be finished to make a wall hanging or pillow. ADULT GOLF INSTRUCTION WHEN: Tuesdays, beginning April 14 for Beginning instruction at Bunker Hills Golf 6 weeks, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Course in Coon Rapids. Learn the proper grip, stance and swing, as well as rules and etiquette. LOCATION: Community Education Center Use of irons, woods and putter will be covered. Bring your own clubs. Golf balls will be provided. COST: $8.00 per person (includes supplies) (No clubs are required the first evening. ) Must be at least 17 years of age. ADULT TENNIS INSTRUCTION WHEN: Tuesdays, beginning April 21 for Participants must supply their own racket. 5 weeks, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tennis balls will be supplied. Classes limited to 12. LOCATION: 1st class will meet at the Pro Shop, Bunker Hills Golf Course, 12800 Bunker WHEN: I. Mondays, beginning April 13 Prairie Park Drive, Coon Rapids r for 5 weeks A. 6:00 to 7:00 pm - Beginner COST: $12.00 per person B. 7:00 to 8:00 pm - Beginner TALENTED TOTS II. Tuesdays, beginning April 14 for 5 weeks Give your tots the opportunity to express C. 6:00 to 7:00 pm - Beginner themselves. Designed to bring out the musician, D. 7:00 to 8:00 pm - Intermediate artist, athlete or actor in them. Class size is limited. LOCATION: Commons Park Tennis Courts 61st Avenue NE & 7th Street NE WHO: 4 and 5 year olds COST: $12.00 per person WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning April 14 for 6 weeks, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ** TENNIS CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM ** Beginner - no previous experience in the sport or LOCATION: Village Green Family Center for those who have not completed a beginners instructional program. COST: $10.00 Seniors ADVANCED NEEDLEPOINT SENIOR TRANSPORT Further your skill in needlepoint while Transportation is provided to the Congregate making projects such as pillows, handbags, Dining site. Anyone wishing to ride the bus must pictures, tissue box holders, glass cases, notify Connie two working days in advance. Calls coasters and more. Class limited to 15. should be directed to 571-3450, extension 122, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 WHEN: Thursdays, beginning April 16 a.m. A 25G round trip fare is charged. for 8 weeks, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. LOCATION: Village Green BLOOD PRESSURE TESTING � Free blood pressure testing will be offered COST: $8.00 per person (includes supplies) on the following dates at the Community Education Center. SENIOR TENNIS INSTRUCTION Tuesday, April 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .10:30 a.m. t Tennis is one of the few sports that Thursday, April 16. . . . .. .. . . . .. . . . . . . . . .12:30 p.m. individuals can enjoy throughout an entire life- Tuesday, May 5. . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m. time. Come along with your friends and learn Thursday, May 21. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . .12:30 p.m. the basics of tennis. Instruction includes grip, Tuesday, June 2. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m. strokes, serving and scoring. Balls will be Thursday, June 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:30 p.m. furnished and a limited number of loaner rackets are available. Class size is limited. SENIOR SLIM WHEN: Tuesdays, beginning April 14 for Designed for the participant's needs and 6 weeks, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. capabilities. Simple chair exercises will be worked on each session, gradually going to harder LOCATION: Commons Park Tennis Courts, ones. Games and dancing will also be done. 61st Avenue NE & 7th Street NE COST $5.00 per WHEN: Wednesdays, beginning April 15 for p person 6 weeks, 10:30 a.m. to 11: 30 a.m. CONGREGATE DINING LOCATION: Community Education Center The City of Fridley has a Congregate Dining CANDY MAKING site located at the Community Education Center, 6085 7th Street N.E. Meals are served Monday Learn the art of candy making in time for Easter. through Friday at 12:00 noon. Everyone under Introduction will be made to cordials, bonbons, peanut the age of 60 is asked to pay the full price butter cups, mints and chocolate dipping. of each meal, $1.85. All others are requested to make a donation. WHEN: Mondays, beginning April 13 for 2 Reservations must be made at least two weeks, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. working days in advance. To place your reser- LOCATION: Village Green kitchen vation, call 571-6085 between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. , Monday through Friday. COST: $5.00 per person Sports-Fitness JAZZ EXERCISE AEROBIC DYNAMICS The newest fitness class in town. This Do calisthenic and dance movements to music, exercise class is designed for anyone who wants ranging from country and old-time to popular and to trim down and shape up for summer. Hips, disco tunes. Increase strength, or flexibility, or legs and the stomach are the emphasis in a fit- concentrate on weight loss, diet needs or sore backs ness class which will promote overall muscle Learn to monitor your own heart rate to get the most tone and firmness. Stress reduction and muscle out of the home program which will be available to relaxation techniques are used. Individual you. home programs will be supplied. Movement is set to music. Fun and fitness are the results. WHEN: Tuesdays, beg. April 28 for 6 weeks f No dance experience is required. A. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. - Beginner B. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. - Intermediate WHEN: Mondays, beginning April 20 for C. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Advanced six weeks D. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Intermediate E. 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. - Beginner A. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, beg. April 22 for 6 weeks B. 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. F. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Beginner G. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Intermediate LOCATION: Fridley Junior High School H. 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. - Advanced COST: $11.00 per person LOCATION: Community Education Center ** Tennis shoes and workout clothes required. COST: $11.00 per person BOD SQUAD LADIES AQUACISES Feel better, look better. The first half An opportunity for ladies to get involved for hour will be devoted to exercise with the re- health and physical fitness. Includes water maining hour utilized for ' fun' volleyball. activities to develop greater muscle tone and For ladies interested in non-competitive endurance. Limited to 20 per class. volleyball. Limited to 30 per class. WHEN: Wednesdays, beginning April 15 WHEN: A) Tuesdays, beginning April 14 for six weeks, 8:00 p.m. to for 6 weeks, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. 9:00 P.M. B) Tuesdays, beginning April 14 LOCATION: Fridley Junior High School pool for 6 weeks, 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. LOCATION: Fridley Junior High School COST: $9.00 per person COST: $8.00 per person SWIM AND STAY FIT MENS WEIGHT TRAINING Planned to encourage individuals to swim regularly and keep a running total of miles. Goal Basic weight training techniques and condi- is to improve physical fitness of the swimmer and tioning exercise. Demonstration and practice in encourage regular swimming. Any person possessing the proper use of ' free weights' and various reasonable swimming ability is eligible. Limited stations of Universal Weight machine will be to 25 per class. part of each class. Limited to 15. Locker room facilities available. Bring own towel. WHEN: A) Wednesdays, beginning April 15 for six weeks, 7:00 p.m. to WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning 8:00 p.m. April 14 for 6 weeks, 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 P.M. B) Wednesdays, beginning April 15 for six weeks, 9:00 p.m. to LOCATION: Fridley Junior High weight room 10:00 P.M. COST: $15.00 per person LOCATION: Fridley Junior High School pool WOMENS FITNESS - WEIGHT TRAINING COST: $8.00 per person An instructional program dealing with basic LADIES FITNESS AND FIGURE CONTROL weight training techniques and conditioning exercises. Proper use of 'free weights' and Class is designed to teach a new concept of various stations of the Universal Weight fitness and figure control each week. Sessions machine will be part of each class. Limited include posture, exercises, warm-ups and cool- to 15. downs, figure exercises, endurance, life exercises, flexibility and relaxation. Class limited to 30. WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning April 14 for 6 weeks, 8:00 p.m. to WHEN: Wednesdays, beginning April 15 for 9:00 P.M. 6 weeks, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. LOCATION: Fridley Junior High weight room LOCATION: Fridley Junior High School COST: $15.00 per person COST: $8.00 per person Teens WEIGHT TRAINING AND CONDITIONING SOFTBALL UMPIRES WANTED An instructional program for junior high students dealing with basic weight training Fridley Recreation is accepting applications techniques and conditioning exercises. Demon- for adult softball league umpires for the 1981 stration and practice in the proper use of 'free summer season. All umpires must be registered +, weights' and the various stations of the Uni- with the ASA and MRPA. Adult softball league games versal Weight machine will be a part of each are played Monday through Thursday evenings. For class session. Intended for the student that more information, contact Jack Kirk at 571-3450, wants to get into better condition as well as extension 116. the athlete desiring specific gains in strength. Limited to 20. i COMMUNITY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning i Many special, unique events will highlight the April 14 for 6 weeks, 7:00 p.m. to Spring session of Fridley Community Education 8:00 P.M. classes which begin the week of March 30. Regis- tration begins when bulletins reach district homes. LOCATION: Fridley Junior High weight room Call the Community Education Office at 571-6000, extension 223 for more information. COST: $12.00 per student Special Interest COMMUNITY GARDEN PICNIC KITS i Rent a garden plot in the Fridley Com- Having a group or family picnic? Why not munity Garden in Locke Park, immediately east rent a picnic kit. Volleyball, softball, bocce of the City Garage. Plots are 15 feet by 20 ball, badminton, croquet, frisbee and other game feet. Weather permitting, the gardens should equipment is included in each kit. A "Family be available by April 15th. Plots are first Picnic Booklet" which lists several games and come, first serve. activities for all ages is included. To reserve a kit, call the Recreation Department at 571-3450, RENTAL COST: $10.00 per person; no later than three days in advance. Limited kits $6.00 for senior citizens. are available for each weekend. DONATE A TREE RENTAL COST: $15.00/weekend. Any damaged or lost equipment ' The Fridley Park, Recreation and Natural must be replaced. 1 Resource Department would like to extend its thanks to the Fridley residents who have donated FRIDLEY HORSESHOE LEAGUE a tree to the city park system. These trees are now beautifying Locke Park and other city park All Fridley residents are welcome to join in locations. If you have a tree with a trunk organized league play. Players of all ability diameter of four inches or less that you would levels are involved in Monday, Tuesday or Thursday like removed, please call the Tree Adoption night leagues. A handicapped scoring system is Service at 571-3450, extension 120. Trees must used. For more information, contact Chuck Hayes be accessible with the City tree spade. at 571-3727 or Ron Seekamp at 571-7824. SHADE TREE DISEASE CONTROL FRIDLEY CITY BAND The City of Fridley is maintaining a Shade The Fridley City Band is a concert band made Tree Disease Control program to meet the require- up of musicians from Fridley and surrounding ments of Minnesota State Laws and Department of communities. The band welcomes any new members. Agriculture Rules and Regulations concerning the For further information, contact Dave Olson at responsibility of the individual municipality in 571-5142 or Meredith Schurr at 571-1113. reducing the rate of spread of Dutch elm disease ARCHERY FACILITIES and oak wilt. Section 104 of the Fridley City code authorizes the City Tree Inspector to serve An archery range is available at the west notice upon the owner of property bearing dying, end of Locke Park. All participants must supply dead or diseased trees, or, oak and elm wood bark their own bows and arrows. Target distance markers which may serve as a reservoir of the disease or breeding place for disease carrying insects. The are posted. Tree Inspector may enter private property at any HAVE A SKILL YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE? reasonable time for inspection. Minnesota State Law gives the Tree Inspector Many Fridley Recreation instructors are local the authority to condemn diseased oak and elm residents who contacted us with an idea for a class. trees from field diagnosis if definitive symptoms If you have an idea or are interested in teaching are present. a class, please call us at 571-3450, extension 116. Minnesota State Law requires three inspec- LADIES DAY OUT tions throughout the growing season. In addition, A series of organized trips to local museums, one inspection of all stored wood material shall theaters, restaurants and other places of interest. be completed prior to leaf out. If you are interested in being placed on the Listed below are' the dates set by state law: mailing list for future outings or if you have a suggestion for any trip, please call 571-3450, April 1 - Complete inspection of all stored wood extension 120. materials. PARK, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCE COMMISSION June 15 - Complete inspection of controlled boundary areas (City limits) . The Commission meets each month at the Fridley July 15 - Complete inspection of controlled Civic Center. We encourage your participation and boundary areas (City limits) . attendance. The meetings for the second quarter of 1981 are: Aug. 15 - Complete inspection of controlled boundary areas (City limits) . Wednesday, April 15, 1981; Wednesday, May 13, 1981; It takes the inspector approximately two Wednesday, June 17, 1981. weeks to do a complete city survey. Therefore, inspections run almost continuously from June 15 Commission members are: through August 30. If you have any questions about oak wilt Barbara Hughes - Chairperson and Dutch elm disease, please contact the City David Kondrick - vice Chairperson Tree Inspector at 571-3450, extension 120. Your Jan Seeger - Commissioner cooperation with the City's tree disease control Dan Allen - Commissioner program is greatly appreciated. Dick Young - Commissioner Nature SPRINGBROOK WORK DAY SPRING THINGS "Watch Your Nature Center Grow". . . . .so The Irish aren't the only ones green in mid- reads the sign outside the new interpretive March. Investigate Nature's Spring palette and building. Here is your chance to do more than other aspects of the changing seasons in this "do just watch. Join your friends and neighbors on and discover" walk through the nature center a morning long volunteer work crew. Scheduled projects include a prairie burn, landscaping WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 10:00 a.m. and a Spring "house-cleaning". LOCATION: Springbrook Nature Center The morning will culminate with a camp- 100 85th Avenue N.E. fire and participants are invited to bring COST: Free cook-out food and stay for lunch. For more information, contact the Springbrook Nature MINI-BEAST SAFARI Center at 571-3450, extension 193. WHEN: Saturday, April 11, 7:30 a.m. to Hunt for the "forgotten animals" of Fridley, 12:00 noon. (In case of rain, it learn some insect collecting techniques and find will be rescheduled for April 25) out about equipment you can make yourself from recyclables. LOCATION: Springbrook Nature Center WHEN: Saturday, May 30, 10:00 a.m. 100 85th Avenue N.E. (1/2 mile west of Northtown LOCATION: Springbrook Nature Center Shopping Center on County Road 132) 100 85th Avenue N.E. COST: Volunteer's time and talent COST: Free Special Events EASTER EGG HUNT FRIDLEY 49'er DAYS An exciting event for all boys and girls The annual Fridley community celebration is ages 2 to 8. Join your friends searching through scheduled for June 21 to 27, 1981. Mark your Locke Park for those hidden eggs. Each child calendar now because you won't want to miss any should bring along a decorated Easter egg to of the exciting action. This year's program will be judged in the decorating contest. No charge. include the following events: Beard Growing Contest; Children's Balloon Release; Softball WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 12:00 noon Tournament; Band Concert; Grand Parade; Roller Skating Party; Queen's Pageant; Horseshoe LOCATION: Locke Park Tournament; Anything Goes Contest; Fireworks 7090 Able Street N.E. Display; Square Dancing; Celebration Dance; (meet at main picnic pavilion) Variety Show; Seniors Dance; Bowling Tournament; p y y Jay WO,000 Meter Run; and more! Also, the "OUTLAWS" ** Sponsored b the Fridle Ja Cees. ** p you there. City Parks Altura 5445 Altura Road Locke 6911 University Avenue N.E. Briardale 6171 Rice Creek Drive Locke Lake 6625 Ashton Avenue Burlington Northern 4900 Main Street Logan 155 Logan Parkway Commons 555 61st Avenue N.E. Madsen 735 73rd Avenue N.E. Craig 410 79th Way N.E. Meadowlands 6641 Kennaston Street Ed Wilmes 150 64� Avenue Moore Lake 5890 Central Avenue N.E. Eisenhower Square 6400 5th Street N.E. Oak Hill 5391 7th Street Farr Lake 1510 North Innsbruck Plaza 170 69th Avenue Flanery 1487 Onondaga Street N.E. Plymouth Square 4801 Main Street N.E. Glencoe 661 Glencoe Ruth Circle 8160 Ashton Avenue N.E. Hackman 1071 Hackman Circle Skyline 5880 2nd Street Jay 6530 2nd Street N.E. Springbrook 8155 Broad John Erickson 1650 77th Avenue N.E. Summit Square 5201 Capitol Street N.E. Jubilee 5334 5th Street Sylvan Hills 6205 Jupiter Drive N.E. Little League Field 5875 Jefferson Street Terrace 6735 7th Street N.E. CITY OF FRIDLEY PARK, RECREATION AAD NATURAL RESOURCE DEPARTMENT 6431 University Avenue N.E. Fridley, Minnesota 55432 TELEPHONE: 571-3450 We encourage all residents of Fridley to participate in the variety of activities offered through our department. If you have any suggestions for program offerings in the future, please contact our office. Watch the Fridley Sun Newspaper, Cable Television (Channel 20) and the J Community Billboards for more information about our programs. Have an enjoyable spring season. s - Fridley Park, Recreation and Natural Resource Staff - Registration (A) REGISTRATION - BEGINS MONDAY, MARCH 30, 1981. (1) Spring registration begins on Monday, March 30, 1981. Registration for all spring activities will take place at the Park, Recreation and Natural Resource Office, located in the lower level of the Fridley Civic Center, as follows: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (2) There will be a $1.00 late charge to all persons registering seven days or less prior to the first day of any activity or class. (3) Checks should be made payable to "CITY OF FRIDLEY". (4) No telephone registrations will be accepted. When registering by mail, you will receive further notification only if the class or activity is cancelled or changed. (5) Instructors are not permitted to accept registrations at the activity location. (6) If the original class offered should be filled, a waiting list will be started. Additional sessions will be started if interest is shown and if space and instructors are available. (7) When classes have limited registration, they will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Persons are not considered registered until their fee has been paid. (B) REFUNDS (1) A full refund will be made only if requested at least 24 hours before the first class is scheduled to begin. (2) A $2.00 service charge will be made on refunds issued after the first class has been held. (3) No refunds will be made after the second class has been held. (C) CANCELLATIONS (1) The Fridley Park, Recreation and Natural Resource Department reserves the right to cancel any class or activity due to insufficient enrollment. (D) FEE ADJUSTMENT (1) No individual shall be restricted from participation due to inability to pay. For further information, please contact the Park, Recreation and Natural Resource Department. (E) NON-RESIDENT REGISTRATION (1) All non-residents shall be placed on a waiting list for an activity during the first week of registration. At the start of the second week, the non-residents on the waiting list shall be entered on the regular activity list, provided there are openings. Non-residents are considered those individuals who do not live within the City of Fridley. REGISTRATION FORMS ---------------------------------------------------------------r------------------------------------------------------------------ NAME: ; NAME: ADDRESS: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: Home: Work: TELEPHONE: Home: Work: ACTIVITY: ACTIVITY: SESSION #: LOCATION: SESSION #: LOCATION: I understand that participation in this program is ; I understand that participation in this program is voluntary and the Fridley Recreation Department and its voluntary and the Fridley Recreation Department and its leaders are not liable for any injuries sustained. ; leaders are not liable for any injuries sustained. SIGNED: SIGNED: NEWS FROM THE FRI DLEY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTM ENTEARTH WEEK/SPRING CLEANUP OoOLD DO The Fridley Environmental Quality Commission is presently soli- citing support from community groups and organizations to lead or participate in a Fridley Spring Cleanup.The City Council has shown rl support of this activity by proclaiming EARTH WEEK,April 25th through May 3rd,1981,as Spring Cleanup Week in the City.The of- STREET f- STREET FLOODING ficial anniversary of Earth Day is April 22nd. Fridley's Cleanup Day will be either April 25th or May 2nd. Groups interested in In the early spring when the ice is starting to melt and the winter participating in this worthwhile event should contact members of debris has not yet been cleaned away,street flooding can occur.The the Fridley Environmental Quality Commission (Jon Erickson at City's street sweeping program is scheduled to start in April and 421-4760, Ext. 1268 or 571-2577; or Lee Ann Sporre at 786-4237 or will take approximately 30 working days to complete. In the 571.3450). interim,you can assist in ensuring that your street or driveway is Additional information on the cleanup activities will be dis- not flooded by removing the snow,ice or other debris that accumu- seminated when the plans and dates have been finalized.Your com- lates at each storm sewer catch basin,located at the curb line of the mitment to this endeavor is necessary to make this event success- street. A few minutes of your time to pick up the sticks,leaves or ful paper that has built up along the curb will allow the water to pass and enter the storm sewer system,without flooding your property. Thank you for your assistance and patience. SANITARY SEWER BACKUPS M OO R E LAKE If the sanitary sewer in your residence ever begins to back up into the basement, please notify the Public Works Department-Main- RESTORATION PROJECT tenance Division immediately. An inspection will be performed by In December, 1980, the City received confirmation that. the our sewer personnel to determine if the problem is in the home- United States Environmental Protection Agency approved the Fed- owner's sewer service or the City sewer line.This quick action could eral Grant for the East Moore Lake Restoration Project.The Fed- prevent unnecessary water damage. eral Grant covered 50%of the $449,400 project. The State contri- If your sewer backs up or you have further questions,please can butes 25%and the City provides the remaining$112,350. 571-3450, Ext. 157. After hours call the Police Department, 571- Hickok and Associates has been selected as the consultant to de- 3457. sign and evaluate the five-part project, which consists of: storm Also during this time of year,it is a good idea to pour a small pail water diversion from Harris Lake and the Park tennis court area; of water into the floor drain(s) in your home. The water in the soil filtration of the storm runoff from the I-694 area south of Moore drain's trap may have evaporated over the winter months,allowing Lake;beach storm sewer relocation; removal of the sediment delta minor offensive odors to escape into the basement. caused by the existing drainage systems into East Moore Lake;and a pilot study to remove plant growth within East Moore Lake. As an additional measure to ensure the sanitary sewer lines remain open,it is requested that you notify the Public Works Main- While the study addresses only the eastern portion of Moore tenance Division,571-3450,Ext. 157 whenever you have your home Lake,the effect of phosphorous removal from the lake will decrease service line roto-rooted.We will inspect the main line to ensure that the nutrients necessary for aquatic growth,thereby improving the any roots or debris freed are removed from the system and will not quality of water and game fish growth.Upon completion of the pilot catch or block the line at another location. Your assistance in this study,it is hoped that an economical solution is identified which will precautionary measure is desired and your down stream neighbors allow the City and State to obtain another grant to further improve will appreciate this assistance. the water quality.These efforts will slow down the aging of the lake and extend its life,while providing an environmentally acceptable nat isexpectece. WATER SYSTEM FLUSHING It is expected that work on the project will commence this spring. Again this year,the Fridley's water utility crews will be flushing the City's entire water system during the month of April.This is re- quired to remove sediment in the lines which build up over the winter, and to check the serviceability of the fire hydrants within the City. Due to the high cost of printing and delivery, individual home- owner notices will NOT be distributed providing time and location of area flushings. During the month of April,you may experience some discolora- tion of your water during the flushing period. If this should occur LEFT TURN/RIGHT TURN and it does not clear up within an hour,residents are asked to call the Public Works Department at 571-3450,Ext. 157 from 8:00 a.m. With the increasing amount of vehicular traffic, it is becoming to 4:30 p.m.,Monday through Friday. extremely difficult to pass through or enter many of our intersec- tions.As a means of eliminating the problems and providng for safe ON Ale traffic flow, wherever sufficient space is available or whenever we p can incorporate street widening with other improvements, we are providing for left and right turn lanes.This spring,we will be paint- ing lane lines and arrows identifying left turn, straight ahead and RENEW YOUR DOG LICENSE right turn lanes. The City's animal control ordinance requires that all dogs over On the more congested intersections,we will be establishing these the age of six months must have a license and must be renewed by lanes: the left turn lane and the straight ahead and right turn lane. April 30th each year. Although cats will not be required to have a We will be coordinating with the State and County in using similar license,the owners of cats are held responsible for them. markings on their streets within the City,whenever possible.This Please use the enclosed material to register your canine. sytem will provide for left turns without imposing the straight- through or right-turn traffic flow.The intersections will be striped, To prevent dogs or cats from becoming neighborhood pests, all the pavement marked and signs posted. Your observation and dogs or cats not confined within an enclosure such as a yard or fence compliance with these changes will provide safe and time-saving should be on a leash securely fastened or held so that they cannot traffic movement. run loose. MUNICIPAL CALENDAR APRIL 1981 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY APRIL Human FOOL'S Resources DAY Cm ission 1 2 7:30 mp.m. 3 4 CATV City Council Charter Planning Commission 7:30 p.m. Meeting Commission Commission Housing and 7:30 P.M. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Redevelopment 5 6 7 8 9 Authority 7:30 p.m. 10 11 City Council 7f30al�Commission Parks and P Federal&State Public Community Recreation Income Tax Due HearingCommission 12 13 7:30 p.m. 14 DevelopmentCommission7:30 pm. 15 7:30 P. M. 16 Yesterday 17 18 City Council Environmental Planning EASTER Meeting Quality Commission 7:30 p.m. Commission 7:30 p.m. 19 20 21 7:30 P.M. 22 23 24 25 City Council Energy Commission Conference 7:30 p.m. Meeting Appeals 7:30 p.m. Commission 27 28 7:30 p.m. 29 30 MAY 1981 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 City Council Charter Planning Human Resources Meeting Commission Commission Commission 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appeals Commission Parks and CATV MOTHER'S City Council 7:30 p.m. Recreation Commission 7:30 p.m. DAY Public Hearing Community Commission Housing and 10 11 7:30 p.m. 12 Development 13 7:30 p.m. 14 Redevelopment 15 16 Commission 7:30 p.m. Authority 7:30 p.m. City Council Environmental Planning Meeting Quality Commission 7:30 p.m. Commission 7:30 p.m. 17 18 19 7:30 p.m. 20 21 22 23 Energy MEMORIAL DAY Commission CITY OFFICES 7:30 p.m. CLOSED Appeals 24 25 26 Commission 7:30 p.m. 27 28 29 30 31 JUNE 1981 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY City Council Meeting Planning Human Resources 7:30 p.m. Commission Commission First half of 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 1 Taxes Duee 2 3 4 5 6 City Council Appeals Commission parks and CATV 7:30 p.m. Commission 7:30 p.m. Public Recreation Community Housing and Hearing Development Commission Redevelopment 7:30 p.m. Commission 7:30 P.M. 7:30 p.m. Authority 7:30 p.m. 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 City Council Environmental Planning FLAG Meeting Quality Commission DAY 7:30 p.m. Commission 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 FATHER'S DAY City Council Energy Commission FIRST DAY Conference 7:30 OF SUMMER Meeting Appeals SOLICE 7:30 p.m. Commission 21 22 23 7:30 p.m. 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 DETACH CALENDAR PAGE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE i -�- NEWS FROM THE FRI DLEY FIRE DEPARTMENT Fire Department officials urge spring cleaning to start early. Due to the unusual winter with so little snow covering, it's a good idea to start spring clean-up programs now. Picking up yards and garage cleaning can be completed by the time spring arrives and can spare you and others the problems that are in- herent with the spring grass fire season. ON*. SMOKE DETECTORS *pl- (1**1 Every home should be equipped with a smoke detector •v listed by an approved testing agency such as UL or FM. Smoke detectors should be mounted on the ceiling or high on a wall near the bedroom area. Every room in your house should have two exits. It is important for each family to have an emergency escape plan with an outside meeting place and regularly practice w Ei� this plan. �...�� �.�-- HOME FIRE CHIMNEY CLEANING ESCAPE PLAN It's important to inspect your stove's chimney pipes at regular intervals —every few weeks at first until you be- come familiar with your new wood heating system.Hire a POINT 1: Always sleep with bedroom and hall doors closed.It can professional chimney sweep to remove the accumulated keep fire out long enough to allow escape through your emergency creosote deposits, or purchase the proper chimney escape route(usually a window). brushes and rods and clean it yourself.Make sure the en- tire stove and chimney pipe is cleaned more than once a POINT 2: Agree on a way everyone can sound a family fire alarm. year.Only one spark is needed to set off a creosote chim- Keep in mind that fire may block hallway, preventing you from ney fire. reaching other bedrooms. You can pound on walls, yell, whistle, strike a pan,etc. POINT 3: Don't waste time getting dressed or gathering valu- ables.Precious seconds can count in a fire! CHIMNEYFIRES POINT 4: Test doors before opening. Intense heat and deadly smoke may be on the other side. ready to strike you down in just Red stovepipe,roaring, sucking sounds,shaking stove- a couple of breaths. pipes and flames out of the top of the chimney are all indi- cations of a chimney fire. CALL THE FIRE DEPART- HOW TO"TEST"A DOOR: Are door panels hot? Is smoke leak- MENT IMMEDIATELY. Close the drafts on the wood ing in around the edges? If you suspect fire on the other side. stove.Make sure everyone leaves the house until the fire DON'T OPEN THE DOOR. But, if you think its safe — open it department arrives. cautiously. HOW TO "OPEN" A DOOR: Brace shoulder against door. Keep head to one side.Open door slightly.. .ready to slam it shut if any heat or smoke rushes in. POINT 5: HAVE AN OUTSIDE MEETING PLACE . TO SORT QUICKLY CHECK IF EVERYONE IS SAFE. ONCE OUT — RECYCLINGvlw ' STAY OUT! CENTERPOINT 6: Notify Fire Department quickly,as soon as everyone is out. Home phones may be out of reach or the wires burned, so plan to use a neighbor's phone(or street alarm box). Speak slowly Did you know that the energy saved by recycling a 12 and plainly. Say, "My name is . ... .... I want to report a fire at oz. pop bottle, or equivalent, can light a 100 watt light ••••••• "Then wait to answer any questions. bulb for four hours?Take your recyclables to SORT'S col- lection center at 71st Street and University Avenue. It's open Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Aluminum REMEMBER, in a fire emergency,g y, your family will NOT get a containers,newspapers,glass cans and bottles can be re- second chance. Everyone must act quickly, correctly ... and cycled. You'll save energy,natural resources and help re- AUTOMATICALLY.They will if you give them that chance. It's duce pollution. your duty and responsiblity. ----------------------------------e I REPLY CARD I ' I BACK TALK: DETACH AND MAIL TO: THIS NEWSLETTER IS: This newsletter is an effort on City Manager's Office ❑Very Informative i the part of the City to provide 6431 University Ave.N.E. ❑Worthwhile IRV, civic information to the citi- Fridley,MN 55432 [-]Of Little Value zens of Fridley. We would tike Goin to work in Minnesota I to know what you think of the COMMENTS: Going I contents. Are we covering usually means going it alone. State- areas of interest to you? Are wide,nearly 75 out of every 100 I we missing items that would i be helpful to you? Sugges- cars in peak commuter hours I tions,comments,criticism? are single passenger vehicles.One person driving a car.One person carrying the expense. i This can be returned with your water bill. DATE Going to work in carpools, vanpools or buses is the answer. But I NAME until now,the question has been, I (optional) "How am I going to get started?" For the first time in the U.S.,the I ADDRESS whole state of Minnesota is going to I (optional) work together to coordinate federal, ,------------------'----'-----------I state and local rideshare efforts. It's going to make carpools SPRING REPORT and vanpools available to everyone CITY OF FRIDLEY in the state,including you. 6431 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E. Minnesota Rideshare is receiving FRIDLEY,MINNESOTA 55432 top priority attention from the CITY COUNCIL Minnesota Department of Transpor- Mayor .....................................William J.Nee tation.It will put t0 use everything Councilman-at-Large.......................Robert Barnette p g Councilwoman 1 st Ward......................Cheryl Moses we've learned about shared rides Councilman 2nd Ward................ Dennis Schneider from some of Minnesota's pioneers Councilman 3rd Ward..................Edward J.Fitzpatrick In such programs.You have CITY MANAGER .............................Nasim M.Oureshi the on-going support of Minnesota CITY OF FRIDLEY SERVICE DIRECTORY Rideshare to make it work. Editor..............................................Kent Hill It's Minnesota Rideshare.It's Administrative Offices—Civic Center...................571.3450 n t0 work. Police(24 Hours—Non Emergency) ....................571.3457 going Office Hours...8 a.m.to 5 p.m.............Monday through Friday ffmmotaFIRE AND POLICE EMERGENCY ...............427.1212 D�,�e,�►1,�,,,n In This Issue . . . ZY • 3 Month Calendar of Public Events I , • Park and Recreation Schedule of Events • Bikeway/Walkway System • And Much More... CITY OF FRIDLEY 6431 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E. CAR-RT-SORT FRIDLEY,MINNESOTA 55432 BULK RATE TELEPHONE: 571-3450 U.S.POSTAGE PAID Minneapolis,MN Permit No.2886 POSTAL PATRON