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MVTA recognized for excellence in financial reporting |
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 The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). The award was presented for the MVTA’s comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR).
“We are proud and pleased to receive this report,” said MVTA Treasurer and Savage Councilmember Jane Victorey. “It is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting,” she said. “MVTA takes its fiduciary responsibilities very seriously and we have worked hard to earn this recognition, which is a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.”
An Award of Financial Reporting Achievement has also been awarded to MVTA Finance Officer, Lois Spear, for the role she played in preparing the award-winning CAFR.
The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program including demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate its financial story and to motivate potential reading of the CAFR. GFOA is a nonprofit professional association serving approximately 17,500 government finance professionals.
MVTA is the public transportation provider for residents and businesses of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Rosemount, and Savage. Call 952.882.7500 for transit information or visit the MVTA website.
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Fund established for injured officer |
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 A benefit fund has been established to help cover expenses as a Savage Police officer recovers from injuries sustained in a Jan. 2 motor vehicle accident. Savage Police Officer Frank Mackall, 39, remains in critical condition at North Memorial Medical Center. Officer Mackall was on duty and sustained injuries when his vehicle left the roadway at approximately 1 a.m., striking a tree.
The Savage Police Department and South Metro Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 14, of which Officer Mackall is an active member, have set up a fund at Klein Bank for donations. Contributions may be made in care of the Frank Mackall Benefit Fund at any Klein Bank location. Donations also are being accepted by mail at the following address:
Klein Bank Savage, Attn: Jill Ryan
C/O Frank Mackall Benefit Fund
14141 Glendale Road, Savage, MN 55378
To make a donation via credit card, visit www.mnfop14.org. Click the link for donations, and enter “Frank Mackall Fund” in the comments field.
Officer Mackall joined the Savage Police Department in July of 2008. He is married and has three children. A CaringBridge site has been created for friends, family and community members who would like to follow Officer Mackall’s recovery. The site may be found under frankmackall..
The Mackall family and the Savage Police Department wish to thank the community and many law enforcement agencies for their ongoing support and assistance. We ask that the privacy of the Mackall family be respected and that all inquiries regarding Officer Mackall’s condition be directed to the Savage Police Department.
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Have some fun this winter at the ELC |
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 Mark your calendar for two Winter Extravaganza events offered by Savage Parks and Recreation this winter.
From 1-3 p.m. on Jan. 21 and Feb. 25, members of the community are invited to visit the McColl Pond Environmental Learning and Event Center to:
- Enjoy a snowshoe hike around McColl Pond
- Warm up and roast marshmallows at a bonfire
- Savor some hot chocolate
- Get their face painted
- Participate in crafts and activities inside the ELC
The event is free. No registration is necessary.
The ELC is located at 13550 Dakota Ave. S. |
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Art exhibit showcases Scott County scenes |
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Images of Scott County Art Show includes paintings by
Pat Duncan, Kathy Gates-Gilmore and Patricia Kness.
The exhibit displays over 30 paintings depicting images
from Scott County including people, landscapes, and animals. This first-time partnership with the Savage Art Gallery will display paintings by their studio artist and run
through April 2012.
- Scott County Historical Society (SCHS) Members-Only Preview
Tuesday January 10th, 6:30-8:00 pm.
Please join us for an evening of great art and conversation. All three artists will be in attendance. Refreshments served.
- Public Opening
Thursday January 12th, 6:30-8:00 pm.
All three artists will be in attendance.
Admission is $4 Adults, $2 Students, FREE for SCHS Members.
The Scott County Historical Society is located at 235 Fuller Street South, Shakopee, MN 55379, three blocks south of the intersection of Co. Rd. 101 and Fuller Street. All inquiries are welcome 952.445.0378 or
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Sports dome moves forward |
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The Savage City Council voted Dec. 19 to move forward with the design of an indoor sports facility at Savage Community Park.
Tushie Montgomery was selected from a group of five architects that had submitted proposals for the project. The firm was the architect for the Holy Angels Star Dome, and has worked with City of Savage staff on various projects throughout the years.
Scheduled for completion by next fall, the 5,000 square foot indoor sports facility will be used by area youth athletic organizations from November through March. The facility would not be operated in the warmer months of the year, when practices can be held outside. Sports expected to be played in the air-supported structure include soccer, football, lacrosse, basketball, softball, baseball, track and volleyball. The facility will have restrooms, meeting space and a storage area.
The cost of the project is estimated to be $5 million, with funding to come from the sale of lease revenue bonds paid back over 15 years. The $500,000 annual bond payments would be made with rental fees paid by teams that use the facility. If revenues are insufficient to meet the bond payments, additional dollars could come from the City’s Park Reserve or General Fund.
The City of Savage has been studying the concept of an indoor air-supported sports facility since 2010, when members of the Burnsville Athletic Club proposed it to staff. Additional groups, including P.L.A.Y. and the Prior Lake Soccer Club, have since joined the effort to build an indoor sports facility in Savage.
The facility is being located on City-owned property north of Savage Community Park. The site was recommended by a task force commissioned to evaluate potential locations for the dome.
More information on the project |
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