January 1, 2017 The City Will Be Switching To Monthly Water Billing.

CITY OF JORDAN RESIDENTS

Beginning January 1, 2017 we will be switching to monthly water billing.

City water will now be billed monthly similar to most of your other bills.

Avoid writing checks! Sign up for ACH!

Payments will be automatically deducted from your bank account.

A $20 credit on your first bill just for signing up!

Do you know about budget billing?

This allows your payments to remain the same each month.

Sign up today!

 

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Questions?

Please call

City of Jordan – Utilities

(952) 492-2535 or visit

www.jordanmn.gov

 

 

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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Economic Development Visioning Session Tuesday Nov 15th

Economic Development Visioning Session for Jordan 2040

The City of Jordan and its Economic Development Authority invites you to a Visioning Session to provide input on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. This plan will guide the growth and (re)development of the City over the next 20+ years. 

Take part in small group discussions to help the City shape the growth and redevelopment of the City!

Join us on Tuesday, November 15th, 2016 from 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 pm at the Jordan Fire Hall, 501 Varner Street North, Jordan.

This is your opportunity to share what you would like Jordan to look like in 2040!

For more information contact the City of Jordan, City Planners Laura Holey or Andrew Barbes at: 952-492-2535 or find the meeting agenda here.

Tuesday, November 8th 2016 Election Information

Voting Location for Jordan Residents Within City Limits

The City of Jordan has two voting precincts. Both precincts are located at the Jordan Community Education and Recreation Center (CERC) 500 Sunset Drive.  Precinct 1 is the area south of TH 282 and Precinct 2 is the area north of TH 282.  Listed below are some new housing developments that indicate the precinct you are to vote in:

Precinct 1: Arborview, Bluffs at Cedar Ridge, Bridle Creek, Heritage Hills, River Ridge, Sawmill Woods, Stonebridge, Sunset Bluffs

Precinct 2: Timberline, Wexford Square, Valley Green Park

The General Election is November 8th from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Before you can vote, you must register.  You must update your registration if you have moved, changed your name, or have not voted in the last four years.  Please remember to bring proper identification with you to the polls if you have to register.  If you have questions, please contact City Hall at (952) 492-2535, Scott County Elections at (952) 496-8560, or the Secretary of State.  You can locate your precinct by logging into www.sos.state.mn.usonline precinct location system.

Registering Before Election Day

You may register to vote by completing a Voter Registration application and submitting it by mail or in person at your county courthouse.  To appear on the polling place roster, register at least 20 days before election day.

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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