Public Comment Opportunity Regarding Body Camera Policy for JPD

The Jordan Police Department is taking public comment by email and mail to Chief Empey regarding our department’s Portable Recording Systems / Body Camera Policy (JPD Policy 421) and allowing for direct public comment during the public comment section of the Dec. 5, 2016 regular City Council meeting should citizens desire. Chief Empey may be reached for comment by email at bempey@jordanmn.gov or by mail at 210 E 1st St., Jordan, MN 55352.

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New Coffee Shop & Bakery Grand Opening September 9th and 10th in Downtown Jordan

Old Town Coffee Saloon is opening up in the Carasim (Old Geno’s) building at the SE corner of Highway 21 and Water Street.

They will be serving:

  • Locally roasted coffee beans from around the world.
  • Fresh baked whole-grain breads.
  • Made-from-scratch pastries.
  • Ingredients sourced from local farms.
  • ice-cream churned in-house.

Welcome to Jordan Old Town Coffee Saloon!

Information On Public Transportation

Public Transportation

Scott County residents have several public transportation options to choose from, and there are a number of Park & Rides throughout the County to help get you on your way.

SmartLink Transit

For residents in Scott and Carver Counties, SmartLink is your premier mobility management service, including Dial-A-Ride. Smart Link can get you anywhere in the seven county metro area (in some cases, you may need to transfer to another transportation provider).

Minnesota Valley Transit Authority

The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) is the public transportation agency for seven suburbs located approximately 15 miles south of Minneapolis and St. Paul: Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, and Rosemount in Dakota County; and Savage, Shakopee, and Prior Lake in Scott County. MVTA also provides the Scott County-to-downtown Minneapolis express bus service, originally known as BlueXpress.

Land to Air Express

Land to Air provides shuttle service from the Marschall Road Transit Station (Shakopee) to the Minneapolis/Saint Paul International Airport. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the ride — no parking issues, no fighting traffic, and no trouble with the weather!

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Scott County and National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) are working together to help with Mental Illness. NAMI is a regional grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of children’s and adults with mental illnesses and their families.

For more information about resources, visit NAMI’s website: www.namihelps.org

If you are looking for help or information please use any of the following information.

 

Scott County Crisis Response Services

  • 24-hour assistance for Scott County residents who are experiencing a mental health crisis.
  • CRISIS: (952) 818-3702

 

Scott County Mental Health Center

  • Diagnostic, evaluation and therapy services for children, adolescents, adults. Insurance, MA, Medicare or sliding fee.
  • Intakes: (952) 496-8481

 

St. Francis Hospital, Shakopee

  • Offers assessment and referral in person from 1pm to 11pm
  • Telehealth offered when in-person not available: (952) 428-2200

 

Mayo Clinic Health System, New Prague

  • In-person assessment and referral weekdays from 8am-4:30pm
  • Telemedicine 24 x 7 via Emergency Dept.
  • Contact (952) 758-4431

 

Anchor Center, Shakopee

  • Community support program for individuals with mental health needs
  • Contact: (952) 496-8666 or (952) 496-8570

 

Additional Resources:

Suicide Prevention Line: 1 (800) 273-8255

TXT4LIFE (Teen Suicide Prevention):

text “Life” to 839863 or call 1 (800) 273-8255

Ombudsman: 1 (800) 657-3306

Rainn (Domestic Abuse) : 1 (800) 656-4673

Adult Detox: (651) 266-4009

MN Disability Law Center: 1 (800) 292-4150

Or visit
www.namihelps.org

Small business Revolution Main Street Grant

The City of Jordan is applying for the Deluxe Small Business Revolution Grant.

The winning town will receive a $500,000 Main Street makeover, including:

  • Deluxe marketing services for small businesses in the community
  • Strategic support and guidance from celebrity entrepreneur Robert Herjavec
  • Revitalized public spaces, store fronts and more, designed to protect and reinvigorate the sense of community
  • Starring role in online video series, and the chance to tell the world what your town has to offer to residents and visitors alike

Please nominate the City of Jordan  here and help tell our story!

 

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