Spring 2015
PAT SENG | VP/GM NLOP
From the GM
Greetings!
No matter how
mild or brutal the
winters are here in
Minnesota, we’re
always eager to
welcome spring.
Here at the Park,
it means more
outdoor lunch breaks, more leisurely
walks along the trails and around the
lake and many more bright smiling
faces greeting us each day.
We are so fortunate to be able to take
advantage of all of the amenities within
our reach at Normandale Lake Office
Park. Just look at the Events Calendar
in this newsletter. There’s an upcoming
gardening seminar, spring boutique,
bicycle safety check and of course, our
5K Run/3K Walk Race. Several of these
events are organized by our onsite
Executive Concierge, which is featured
here on the front page.
Let’s not waste a minute of this
outstanding time of the year. Dust
off your golf clubs and head to the
driving range. Take your family to
the zoo or visit the many parks
nearby. Plan a fun family road trip or
a weekend bicycle tour. The weather
and the outdoor activities are just
going to keep on getting better
and better. n
Executive Concierge – Here
to Make Your Life Easier
Looking for tickets to the theatre, concert or sporting event? Want
reservations to a popular upscale restaurant? Need to arrange for a
limousine service? Don’t waste time shopping online or on the phone.
Call or visit Executive Concierge, Inc. in the 8500 Tower Lobby or on the
8000 Tower Skyway Level.
Executive Concierge, Inc. can help you
procure premium seats to local theatres,
amusements and professional sporting events
– often at attractive discounts. They can
also save you time making lunch or dinner
reservations, shop for corporate gifts, arrange
for audio-visual equipment rental, call a taxi
or town car, provide notary service and much
more. They even offer resale ticket services if
you are a season subscriber and are unable to
use your tickets to attend an event.
WE WELCOME
CHALLENGES
AND ENJOY
THE SEARCH
FOR UNUSUAL
REQUESTS.
—Nancy Tagtmeier
For more than 25 years, Nancy Tagtmeier has been providing concierge
services at Normandale Lake Office Park and her team will go out of their
way to make your life easier. “We have built wonderful personal relationships
with many of the tenants who have come to trust us to help them find the
best vendors, the greatest tickets and the most unique gifts,” says Nancy.
“We welcome challenges and enjoy the search for unusual requests.”
Executive Concierge, Inc. is available from Monday through Friday until
1:00 pm. Pick up the latest copy of the Concierge Update at the concierge
desk nearest you. n
Alex
Tagtmeier
8500 Tower
Kirsten
Gundershaug
8000 Tower
A Newsletter for the Normandale Lake Office Park Community 8000 8200 8300 8400 8500
Spring
Some 35 million Americans
suffer from allergies brought
about by pollen and mold.
As the trees begin to bloom and pollen is released in the
air, the sneezing, sniffling, stuffiness, itchy, watery or dry
eyes begin for so many. If you’re one of them, here are
some suggestions to relieve some of the symptoms.
• Talk to your doctor or see an allergist or begin
taking over-the-counter medicines before trees start
budding.
• Avoid outdoor activities when pollen count is the
highest (before 10:00 am). Pay attention to media
reports regarding pollen and remember rainy days
are more manageable than dry, sunny days.
• Take a shower and wash your hair before going to bed
to avoid depositing pollen on your pillow and sheets.
• Encase your mattress and pillows inside dust-proof
zippered covers.
• Keep your doors and windows closed to keep
pollen out.
• Vacuum floors, furniture and rugs often and use a
vacuum with a HEPA filter.
• Bare floors are better than carpets, and washable
throw rugs can be cleaned regularly.
• Change air conditioning filters once a month, using
a high efficiency grade filter.
• Clean vents and dust regularly. Don’t forget to clean
the tops of picture frames and doorways where
pollen and dust collects.
• Run an air purifier 24 hours a day if you can. n
Susan
Jones
“Playing the piano is a
relaxing and a peaceful
way to start the day and
I feel appreciated playing
at Normandale.”
Dan
Duke
“It’s enjoyable sharing
the beauty of music
with everyone.”
Why not make this the year
you stop using chemicals to
clean your home.
It’s spring cleaning time again and the perfect time
to consider using alternative cleaning products inside
your home. You and your family will breathe easier
because of it and it’s better for the environment, too.
• Start by choosing household cleaners that
are “green” and use non-toxic chemicals. Buy
products that are biodegradable, petroleum-,
phosphate- and solvent free.
• Use microfiber cloths that remove dirt and grease
without using chemicals. Choose a good quality
cloth that is specially formulated for cleaning.
• Vinegar is an outstanding household cleaner. Mix
it with water for washing windows, floors, painted
woodwork and even to clean up fresh carpet
stains.
• Baking soda with a little soap is great for cleaning
kitchen and bathroom countertops and chrome
faucets and fixtures.
• To make a good all-purpose cleaner: Add 1/2 cup
vinegar and 1/4 cup baking soda to 1/2 gallon of
water and mix thoroughly. Store in a spray bottle
to use for all of your cleaning projects.
• Check the Internet to see how you can make
other effective cleaning products. Do some
experimenting to see what works best for
you. And if you feel you must use commercial
products, use them sparingly. Dilute them with
water to tone down the harshness. You’ll find
you’ll be saving money, too. n
Julie
Moyer
“It is very enjoyable
playing light classics as
people come to work. I
believe they miss us when
we’re not there.”
Mary Lee
Borges
“When a passerby smiles
or thanks me, I feel good
knowing that someone has
enjoyed this moment of live
music as they pass by.”
Events + Updates
April 9
June 16
Thursday, Noon – 1 pm – 8000 Tower Training Room
Bachman’s Design Specialist, Karen Ortiz, demonstrates how to use
everyday accessories to display spring blossoms. All creations will
be given to a few lucky winners at the seminar. To register, email
[email protected].
Tuesday, 11:30 am – 1 pm
8200 Ramp Level B
Penn Cycle
will be here to
give your bike
a safety check
during “Twin
Cities Bike to
Work Week.”
Schedule your safety check by email:
[email protected]
Gardening Seminar
April 15
Spring Boutique
Wednesday, 10 am – 1:30 pm – 8500 Tower Atrium
This one-day version of our fall boutique brings favorite vendors for
your shopping pleasure.
May 5
Safety Awareness Seminar
Tuesday, 12 Noon – 8000 Tower Conference Room
Angela Champagne, from The Fight Back Project, shares her
story and provides tips and tools for personal protection and
safety. To sign up for this Free Seminar, email 8000concierge@
executiveconcierge.comcastbiz.net. For more information, visit
www.thefightbackproject.weebly.com
May 18-22
Commuter Challenge
Monday through Friday, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Commuter services staff will be on hand with free resources for
carpooling and vanpooling, transit and biking to work.
May 18 – 8000 Tower May 19 – 8200 Tower May 20 – 8300 Tower
May 21 – 8400 Tower May 22 – 8500 Tower
June 11
5K Run/3K Walk Event
Thursday, 11:00 am Registration, 11:30 am Race
Run or walk around Normandale Lake. Details and registration forms
are available at normandale.com or request a form by e-mail:
[email protected]. On Race Day: Check in at the
8300 Tower courtyard. After the race, enjoy lunch and live music in
the courtyard. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes will be awarded in three
categories: 5K Men, 5K Women and 3K Combined.
Bicycle Safety Check
June 18
MBC Blood Drive
Thursday, 8500 Tower Loading Dock
Sign up online at www.mbc.org. Click on
Blood Drives. NLOP code 0370.
New Tenants
FPX, LLC
Renewals and
Expansions
Razor Capital, LLC
Queenwood Partners, LLC
Kopp Investment Advisors, LLC
Mount Yale Capital Group, LLC
Technology Venture Partners, LLC
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$22.95 oil change
(+tax & EPA) Includes:
• Free pick-up & delivery while you’re working
• Up to 5 quarts of conventional oil
• Free car wash • Vehicle inspection
• Battery inspection
For free pick-up & delivery,
call 952-831-8833.
‘Tini Tuesdays
Every Tuesday we feature a different
Martini for just $5
Come relax in our bar and try one from
3 till close. We can’t wait to see you!
Expires 12-31-15.
Services
ATMs
8400 Tower, Retail Concourse
8500 Tower, Lower Level
RK Apothecary (sundries)
8400 Tower, Suite 80
952.405.6095
8500 Tower, Suite 160
Lower Level
952.426.3947
Design a Bunch
(flowers and gifts)
8400 Tower, Suite 12
952.897.5995
Concierge Services
8000 Tower
Skyway Level, 2nd Floor
Hours: 9 am - 4 pm, M-F
952.345.8231
8500 Tower, 1st Floor
Hours: 8 am - 1 pm, M-F
952.345.2740
New Horizon Day Care
8400 Tower, Suite 10
952.921.2273
Shear Success (hair salon)
8400 Tower, Suite 20
952.921.2288
Restaurants
Overnight Courier Boxes
Pick up M-F 6:30 p.m.
8000 Tower, 1st Floor
FedEx & UPS
8200 Tower, 1st Floor
FedEx & UPS
8300 Tower, 1st Floor
FedEx
8400 Tower, 1st Floor
FedEx & UPS
8500 Tower, Lower Level
FedEx & UPS
Post Office
8000 Tower, 1st Floor
8200 Tower, 1st Floor
8300 Tower, 1st Floor
8400 Tower, 1st Floor
8500 Tower, Lower Level
Main Bloomington Post Office
952-884-3698
Caribou Coffee
8000 Tower, 1st Floor
952.486.9500
Parma 8200
8200 Tower, Suite 100
952.896.8888
Ryan’s Café
8400 Tower, Suite 70
952.897.5990
Kincaid’s
8400 Tower, Suite 90
952.921.2255
CRAVE Café & Deli
8500 Tower, Lower Level
952.582.4800
Common
Car Wash
8300 Tower - Contract Parking
Mike Siedow
651.308.5137
8500 Tower - Contract Parking
Jim Olson
612.281.3408
Fitness Centers
8000 & 8500 Towers
952.921.2081
Security Escort
952.921.2201
952.921.2255
Property
Management
8400 Tower, Suite 320
952.921.2050
Pat Seng
952.921.2034
Vice President/General Manager
Jim Gefre
952.921.2054
Senior Property Manager
8000, 8200, 8500
Lance Brockmueller
952.921.2053
Senior Property Manager
8300, 8400
Renee Hoy
952.921.2081
Assistant Property Manager
Lisa Simonson
952.921.2020
Senior Operations/Brokerage
Administrator
Tjody Jacobsen
952.921.2050
Operations Assistant
Patrick Corcoran
952.921.2059
Lead Engineer
8400 Normandale Lake Blvd., Suite 320
Bloomington, MN 55437
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