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vikings family playbook
V I K I N G S FA M I LY P L AY B O O K TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to the Vikings Letter from Ownership 1 Who’s Who 2 Benefits 3 Game Days 2011 Schedule 6 Vikings Lounge 7 Minnesota Living Minnesota Drivers 8 Service Locations 9 Schools 10 Partnerships & Discounts Employee Discounts 11 Entertainment Restaurants & Dining 21 Shopping & Services 27 Family Activities 29 About the Organization Vikings in the Community 31 Vikings History 32 Stadium Effort 33 LETTER FROM OWNERSHIP Dear Minnesota Vikings Family Member, Welcome to the Minnesota Vikings family! We are pleased you are a part of our organization. The Minnesota Vikings have a long, storied history and tradition, and we want you to be part of this. It is our desire that this manual help you and your family adjust and adapt to the team and surrounding community. The information included is designed to provide you with more in-depth details on both the Minnesota Vikings and this community. Whether you are planning a trip to Mall of America Field for a Vikings game or anticipating a family outing somewhere in the beautiful state of Minnesota, you will find helpful information in this manual. Retail and dining options abound in the Twin Cities. Along with the cosmopolitan arts and theatre community, you will find something here to match your interest. We have included helpful background information and key contacts for you to turn to for assistance. Should you need any further information regarding the areas covered please call our Human Resources Director, Lisa Larson, at (952) 828-6538. Lisa will happily assist or direct you to the appropriate resource. Once again, welcome! We look forward to an exciting year ahead for the Vikings. Sincerely, Owner/Chairman Owner/President 1 WHO’S WHO AT THE VIKINGS Owner/Chairman Zygi Wilf Vice President of Legal Affairs & Chief Administrative Officer Kevin Warren Owner/President Mark Wilf Owner/Vice Chairman Leonard Wilf Owner/Ownership Partner Jeffrey Wilf Ownership Partner Reggie Fowler Ownership Partner Alan Landis Ownership Partner David Mandelbaum Executive Assistant to Owners Trish Huizinga (952) 828-6573 [email protected] Vice President of Sales and Marketing/ Chief Marketing Officer Steve LaCroix Sales & Marketing Coordinator CJ Rugh (952) 918-8524 [email protected] Winter Park Switchboard (952) 828-6500 Head Coach Leslie Fraizer Assistant to Head Coach Cameron Turner Assistant to Head Coach Mary Redmond (952) 828-6516 [email protected] General Manager Executive Director of Player Development and Legal Rick Spielman Les Pico (952) 828-6592 Cell (612) 751-3402 Vice President of Public Affairs and Stadium Development Lester Bagley Vice President of Football Operations Rob Brzezinski Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer Steve Poppen [email protected] Player Development Assistant Don Patterson (952) 828-6544 [email protected] Director of Human Resources Office Assistant Robyn Harrower (952) 918-8322 [email protected] Payroll Supervisor/Accountant Carla Smith (952) 828-6567 [email protected] Director of Operations – Team Travel Luther Hippe (952) 828-6517 [email protected] Director of Operations and Facilities Chad Lundeen (952) 918-8351 [email protected] Executive Director of Community Relations/Youth Football Brad Madson (952) 828-6590 [email protected] Director of Security Kim Klawiter (952) 828-6550 Cell (952) 360-8953 [email protected] Team Chaplain Tom Lamphere (952) 451-2834 Mall of America Field Ticket Office Joe Mee (952) 918-8401 [email protected] Phil Huebner (952) 918-8403 [email protected] Lisa Larson (952)828-6538 [email protected] 2 BENEFITS MEDIC AL AND DENTAL INSUR ANCE FOR PL AYERS CIGNA Healthcare Customer Service Number Policy/Group Number Identification Number (800) 635-9671 3208640 CIGNA # preferred or Player’s SSN Contact customer service at (800) 635-9671 with questions regarding submitting claims, adding/ removing dependents, coverage, networks, finding a physician, etc. IN C ASE OF AN EMERGENCY C ALL 911 Hennepin Regional Poison Center (800) 222-1222 TE AM DOCTORS Dr. Sheldon Burns Dr. Joel Boyd (952) 925-2200 (952) 806-5341 Please verify that the clinic, hospital, urgent care or minute clinic is part of the NFL players benefit plan or risk out-of-network charges or no coverage. HOSPITALS Fairview Southdale 6401 France Ave S, Edina, MN 55435 (Just South of Hwy 62 on France Ave) www.southdale.fairview.org Park Nicollet 6500 Excelsior Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 55426 (1/2 mile West of Hwy 100 on Excelsior Blvd) www.parknicollet.com/methodist (952) 924-5000 Abbott Northwestern 800 East 28th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407 (Just south of downtown Minneapolis East of I-35W and South of I-94) www.abbottnorthwestern.com (612) 863-4000 (952) 993-5000 3 BENEFITS URGENT C ARE AND MINUTE CLINIC S Numerous locations are in the area. Some are listed on the pages below. Contact the NFL players’ insurance customer service center at 1-800-635-9671 to verify benefit coverage of urgent care and MinuteClinics. URGENT C ARE This list is not all-inclusive – it is only Park Nicollet Urgent Care locations and is current as of August 1, 2011. This represents a small sampling of Urgent Care facilities. Urgent Care hours are listed as: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Holidays - St. Louis Park ONLY Park Nicollet Clinic 14000 Fairview Drive Burnsville, MN 55337 Phone: 952-993-8700 Park Nicollet Clinic 3850 Park Nicollet Blvd St. Louis Park, MN 55416 Phone: 952-993-3123 Park Nicollet Clinic 300 Lake Drive East Chanhassen, MN 55317 Phone: 952-993-4300 Park Nicollet Clinic 15111 Twelve Oaks Center Drive Minnetonka, MN 55305 Phone: 952-993-4500 MINUTE CLINIC S Numerous locations are listed at the web site www.minuteclinic.com. In the immediate area are: Eden Prairie Inside CVS Pharmacy, 8251 Columbine Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Clinic Hours: M-F: 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM Sat: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Sun: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM Practitioners take a lunch break from 2:30 to 3:30 PM M-F; 1:00 to 1:30 PM, Sat-Sun. Driving Directions: Located South of Hwy 5 on Prairie Center Drive, at the intersection of Prairie Center Drive and Singletree Lane. Chanhassen CVS/pharmacy 7765 Galpin Boulevard Chanhassen, MN 55317 Clinic Hours: M-F: 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM Sat: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Sun: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM Practitioners take a lunch break from approximately 2:30 to 3:30PM M-F; 1:00 - 1:30, Sat-Sun Driving Directions: From the East or West: Take Arboretum Blvd to Galpin Blvd. North on Galpin Blvd. to 78th Street. From the North or South: Take Galpin Blvd to 78th Street. 4 BENEFITS MINUTE CLINIC S CONTINUED Southdale First floor, by JC Penny 1495 Southdale Center Edina, MN 55435 Minnetonka Inside Carlson Towers 701 Carlson Parkway Level C Minnetonka, MN 55305 Clinic Hours: M-Sat: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM Sun: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM Clinic Hours: M-F: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sat-Sun: Closed Practitioners take a lunch break from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, M-Sat; 1:00 to 1:30 PM, Sun. Driving Directions: From the South or East: Hwy 12 West (continuation of 394); take Carlson Parkway Exit; Follow signs for Carlson Parkway to 701. Driving Directions: From I-494: Go north on France Avenue. Turn right into Southdale Shopping Center after passing West 69th Street. From Crosstown Highway 62: Go south on France Avenue. Turn left into Southdale Shopping Center after passing West 66th Street. 5 2010 SCHEDULE 2012 SCHEDULE SUN Sept 9 Jacksonville Jaguars 12:00 PM CBS KFAN / KTLK SUN Sept 16 at Indianapolis Colts 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Sept 23 San Francisco 49ers 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Sept 30 at Detroit Lions 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Oct 7 Tennessee Titans 12:00 PM CBS KFAN / KTLK SUN Oct 14 at Washington Redskins 3:15 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Oct 21 Arizona Cardinals 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK THU Oct 25 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7:20 PM NFLN KFAN / KTLK SUN Nov 4 at Seattle Seahawks 3:15 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Nov 11 Detroit Lions 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Nov 18 BYE SUN Nov 25 at Chicago Bears 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Dec 2 at Green Bay Packers 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Dec 9 Chicago Bears 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Dec 16 at St. Louis Rams 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Dec 23 at Houston Texans 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK SUN Dec 30 Green Bay Packers 12:00 PM FOX KFAN / KTLK LOC ATION OF M ALL OF AMERIC A FIELD 500 11th Avenue South, Minneapolis 6 G AME DAYS VIKINGS LOUNGE — CHILDC ARE & POSTG AME ROOM Vikings Lounge Entrance Enter through the Vikings Lounge entrance (located below Gate C). Please make sure you present your Child Care pass to security personnel as you enter. This entrance should be used anytime someone is entering with children who do not have tickets/seats for the game. After entering, please proceed with the children to the Child Care room listed below. Vikings Post-Game Lounge Your Pass must be presented as you enter the Vikings Lounge after the game. The post-game lounge is intended for immediate family members waiting for players and any full-time staff members with responsibilities after the game. This pass is good for postgame use only. This pass does not allow access into the Lounge before the game or at halftime. Coaches, trainers and their wives are provided a separate lounge. IMPORTANT: All guests must enter the lounge together. Child Care Room (**Service available during the Regular Season only**) The New Horizon Academy Child Care room is located in the lower concourse under Section 131 (below the Vikings Ticket Office). It can be accessed from the main concourse behind Section 131. Do not access this area by going to the lower level and crossing the Vikings locker room, field tunnel and visiting locker room area. If the main concourse is busy, the best route to take is on the Loading Dock level (L1). You can get to this level by using the elevators behind the main press box or behind section 114. The child care room will open one hour prior to the start of a regular season home game and will close shortly after the completion of the game (approximately one half hour). Recommended ages of the children are one year and older. Please be prepared to present your pass to the security personnel at several locations including at the child care room. There is no charge for the child care services.Parents will be required to complete a ‘New Horizon Academy Enrollment Information’ form and a ‘Release Form’ prior to utilizing the child care services for each football season. This form provides information on your child(ren), identifies allergies or special needs, provides your emergency contact information and your seat location, and your child’s medical insurance information and emergency procedure information. For your convenience you may obtain these forms from Chad Lundeen in advance so that you don’t have to complete them when you are dropping off your child. There will be extra blank forms at the child care room. To ensure that the New Horizon Academy Child Care is adequately staffed we ask that you please email [email protected] with the number of children and ages who will be attending at least two days prior to the home game. If you have any questions that require an immediate response please call Lisa Larson during office hours at 952-828-6538 or on her cell at 612-718-3317. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY: the Minneapolis Police Officer designated to the child care will decide the safest location for the child(ren). If they must be evacuated from the Metrodome, the safety zone will be located at 511 - 11th Avenue South, the BTC Building. This office building would be established as a Command Center if there was an emergency at the Metrodome. Parents/ guardians would be able to reunite with their child(ren) at this location. This building will not be accessible to the public. If there is an emergency, updated information will be available on the Vikings Emergency Line voicemail box: 952-918-8380. This number is listed on the back of your Child Care Pass. Parents should ensure their own safety first and should not attempt to get to the child care center if there is any potential hazard. Baby/Infant Ticket Policy Every person, regardless of age, needs a ticket for admittance to the stadium (with the exception of children going to the Child Care center). Please come to the old Vikings Ticket Office entrance on game day for a free Baby/Infant pass. The baby must be present and not taller than 32” to acquire the pass from one of the security guards at this entrance. Distribution of these passes is up to the discretion of the security staff. If you have any questions, please contact Chad Lundeen (952-918-8351) [email protected]. Away Games Contact Mary Redmond at (952) 828-6516 [email protected] for Tickets and Travel arrangements. 7 MINNESOTA DRIVERS VEHICLE AND DRIVER’S LICENCE INFO WWW.DPS.STATE.MN.US/DVS Click “Driver Services” and then “New Resident” for details DRIVER’S TESTING STATIONS Midtown Midtown Exchange (Old Sears Building) 2929 Chicago Ave. STE 50 Minneapolis, MN 55407 Road Test: Not available at this location Written Test: Not available at this location South 2070 Cliff Road Eagan, MN 55122 (651) 688-1870 (651) 688-1870 Road Test (M-F 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) Written Test (M-F 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM) West 2455 Fernbrook Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 (952) 476-3042 Road Test (M-F 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) Written Test (M-F 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM) Anoka 530 West Main Street, STE.5 Anoka, MN 55303 (763) 422-3401 Road Test (M-F 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) Written Test (M-F 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM) Chaska 418 Pine Street Chaska, MN 55318 (952) 361-1900 Road Test: Not available at this location Written Test: Not available at this location Hastings 217 Ramsey St. Hastings, MN 55303 (651) 437-4884 Road Test (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) Written Test (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM) 8 MINNESOTA DRIVERS SERVICE LOC ATIONS There are seven Service Center locations throughout Hennepin County including Ridgedale, Southdale, Maple Grove, Brookdale, Midtown and Downtown Minneapolis. They provide the services listed below. Go to www.co.hennepin.mn.us (under residents) for locations and hours. Drivers Licenses, State IDs Driver’s License Renewals Driver’s License Replacements (Duplicates) Driver’s License Reinstatements Drivers’ Instruction Permit Renewals Minnesota State ID’s Voter Registration Birth, Marriage and Death Birth & Death Certificates Filing Certified Copies of MN Births and Deaths Certified Copies of HC Marriage Certificates Marriage Licenses Ministerial Credentials Filing Marriage Certificate Filing Vehicles - Automobile Motor Vehicle Plates Motor Vehicle Registrations (Tabs, etc.) Motor Vehicle Titles (Transfers, etc.) Trailer (Registrations and Transfers) Passports Passport Photos (Instant) Passport Books Passport Cards For international Travel within 14 days: Minneapolis Passport Agency U.S. Federal Office Building 212 S. 3rd Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55401 1-877-487-2778 Property Taxes Real Estate Property Tax Payments (current year) Vehicles – Recreational All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV’s, 4-Wheelers) Off-Road Motorcycles (ORV’s, OHM’s, etc.) Snowmobiles Watercrafts (Boats, Canoes, Jetskiis) Other Filing Your Notary Commission Jurat/Notary Certificates Notarizations Notary Public Transactions DNR Licenses & Stamps (Government Center Location Only) State & Federal Waterfowl Stamps State Trout , Pheasant and Goose Stamps Fishing & Hunting Licenses Special Licenses & Permits Auctioneer’s License Dangerous Dog Registrations Hassan Township Permits Lawful Gambling Premises Permits Liquor Licenses Park Permits (MN & Hennepin County) Precious Metals Dealer’s Licenses Tobacco Retailer’s Licenses (unorganized) Transient Merchant Licenses 9 MINNESOTA SCHOOLS EDEN PR AIRIE Eden Prairie Public Schools (952) 975-7008 If oldest child is not yet in school you may register your child with the school district so that you will receive information regarding kindergarten screening and registration when appropriate. If your oldest child is school-age you may go in person to 8100 School Road between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM or download form from www.edenpr.K12.mn.us by clicking “general info” and then “registration” or call (952) 975-7008 to request materials. OTHER SCHOOL DISTRICTS Edinawww.Edina.K12.Mn.Us Minnetonkawww.Minnetonka.K12.Mn.Us Shakopeewww.Shakopee.K12.Mn.Us Chaskawww.Chaska.K12.Mn.Us Prior Lake and Savage www.Priorlake-Savage.K12.Mn.US PRESCHOOLS Eden Prairie Early Childhood Center www.Edenpr.K12.Mn.Us/famctr Eden Prairie Community Ed www.Epcommunityed.Org OTHER CHILD C ARE OPTIONS State child care resource and referral (888) 291-9811 10 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS & BUSINESS PARTNERS ALLIED WASTE Vikings employees are eligible for 3 months of free trash and recycling services as well as discounts for service following the initial free 3 months. For details and a form to apply see Robyn Harrower at (952) 918-8322 or [email protected]. ALOFT HOTEL - MINNE APOLIS Aloft Hotel in downtown Minneapolis (900 Washington Ave S) offers a Vikings Staff and Employee Discount at $89/night. Call (612) 455-8400 and ask for the Vikings Staff and Employee Rate Plan, use the password: “Vikings.” This offer is not available on Tues. or Wed., except for special requests through Matt Guba at (952) 918-8526. Visit www.alofthotels.com/minneapolis for hotel details. ART & FR AME WORLD The official framer of the Vikings offers a 20% Employee Discount to all Vikings employees. Present your business card or another proof of employment at the time of order. Art & Frame offers high quality and service. They have over 1,000 framed art works to choose from and have the largest selection for your custom framing needs. They also offer in-home consultation for 3 or more pieces. Store Location Andy or Rachel 10701 93rd Avenue North Maple Grove, MN 55369 www.artandframewarehouse.com (763) 494-0576 BEST BU Y A Personal Shopping Assistant can help you navigate the world of technology and find what you need. You can set up an appointment, or request a personal shopper when you arrive at the store. Personal Shopping 7901 Flying Cloud Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 941-5149 Get deals on electronics, appliances and AV equipment through the BestBuyBiz discount program. Store coupons and manufacturer rebates do not apply. Please pick out the item(s) in the store and write down the product information and SKU. Then contact Kathy to check on the available discount(s) if any. NOTE: No discounts are offered on gaming equipment, iPods, or computers. Best Buy Discounts Kathy Ens [email protected] (612) 292-0241 COLLEGE NANNIES AND TUTORS Special Vikings rates are offered by College Nannies and Tutors for a variety of services. They include occasional through full time nanny care and customized tutoring in your home or at their center. Their employees are carefully screened and trained. For more information call Carrie Coster at (952) 476-0613. 11 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS & BUSINESS PARTNERS CORT FURNITURE Cort offers Vikings employees special pricing for furniture rental which includes 50% off the first month’s rent or 10% off a purchase of $300 or more. Call Kerri Trombley at (952) 403-2536 to make arrangements. DELL For discounts on Dell products, log onto www.dell.com/epp, type in member ID#: PS46867952. Check for weekly specials. ENTERPRISE RENT-A- C AR CUSTOMER SERVICE Customer Service (800) Rent-A-Car Eden Prairie 16001 Venture Lane Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Act #: N2C074 M-F: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Sat: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (952) 941-8011 E XPRESSIONS MD MEDIC AL SPA AND L ASER CENTER As a Minnesota Vikings employee, you will have available a complimentary microdermabrasion or facial each year. You also are entitled to 20% off spa services and 10% off products, which include Colorescience makeup, Skin Medica and Skinceuticals skin care lines. Call the office to schedule an appointment for your complimentary service. They have a wide variety of services available from traditional spa services such as facials, microdermabrasion, and waxing to high tech laser procedures including facial resurfacing through Microlaser Peel and Progractional, skin tightening, laser vascular treatments and hair removal. You will need to bring the letter which was sent to all employees via email with you for your initial appointment. If you do not have a copy, contact Robyn Harrower (952)918-8322 for a duplicate. Visit www.expressionsmd.com for hours and location. FORESIGHT CHILDPROOFING, INC . Foresight Childproofing earns a high recommendation from several Vikings’ families who have used Foresight’s services to baby proof their home. Foresight works with you to implement a home safety plan that is practical for the way you live. A Foresight Safety Consultant will: • Perform a systematic and detailed review of each room in your home. • Recommend how to create a more child-safe environment and let you select which recommendations you would like to implement. • Perform a laptop presentation of safety product options from the top manufacturers of child safety equipment. You may choose the convenience of professional installation or you can purchase the products directly from Foresight and perform the installation yourself. Contact the owner, Peter Kerin, or visit www.childproofhome.com for additional details and pricing. Peter Kerin [email protected] (952) 941-3543 12 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS & BUSINESS PARTNERS HOM FURNITURE HOM Furniture has a Vikings employee offer for the 2012-2013 season. There are percentage discounts as well as other incentives which are based on the price of the items purchased. To get details and the letter which is required to accompany the purchase please contact Robyn Harrower at (952) 918-8322. LIFE TIME FITNESS Minnesota Vikings players are able to join for $0 Joining Fees plus any current retail enrollment offer. Be sure to mention you are a Vikings Player. To receive a copy of the full offer and for additional details, please contact Ren Rutkus at [email protected] or 952/828-6504. Visit www.lifetimefitness.com for Life Time locations. MINI VI KINGS KIDS CLUB The Minnesota Vikings and Lowe’s have teamed up to bring kids the hottest new club in town, the MiNi Vikings Kids Club. As a member, your children will be offered a once in a lifetime experience with their favorite football team. Every member gets access to exclusive club events at training camp, game days, and more. They will gain entry into member-only contests with a chance to win merchandise autographed by their favorite Vikings players. Their membership will even get them a 10% discount at Vikings Locker Room stores and a prize pack filled with MiNi Vikings gear. For more information on the MiNi Vikings Kids Club, go to vikings.com/minivikings. You can also register online, using the code: KIDSCLUB15 in the checkout screen to obtain the 15% Vikings employee discount. Contact Brett Taber with any questions by phone at (952) 918- 8512 or by email at [email protected]. Join the team today! MINNESOTA ZOO Zoo discount cards are available at the Winter Park front desk. The card offers the following discounts: • $2 off adult zoo admission • $1 off child and senior zoo admission • $1 off IMAX admission Visit www.mnzoo.com for more information and hours of operation. MERSC MERSC (Minnesota Employee Recreations & Services Council) is a program to connect partner employees with a variety of benefits and discounts. Occasional offers and tickets may become available through the Winter Park Office. Visit www.mersc.com for additional details and a list of discounts. To acquire a discount tell the vendor you are an employee of MERSC member company. Be prepared to show proof of employment. MINNESOTA E YE CONSULTANTS Minnesota Eye consultants’ physicians are specialists with advanced training in total eye care and disease treatment. They perform 13 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS & BUSINESS PARTNERS LASIK, refractive and cataract surgery, glaucoma and lid procedures. MN Eye is a recommended eye care partner by Vikings Trainers for their high quality care. Vikings employees receive 15% off any non-insured services (refractive surgery, cosmetic procedures, etc,). Spouses and significant others are eligible with approval from Human Resources. SE ATTLE SUTTON HE ALTHY LIVING Seattle Sutton is a healthy meal replacement company who offers a no-gimmick approach to convenient, healthy eating. Vikings employees receive $10 off the first weekly order and $5 off each subsequent order. The convenient Eden Prairie location is within a mile of Winter Park off of Flying Cloud Drive (952-941-0900.) Visit www.seattlesutton.com for a list of all store locations. SIMPLY DONE This errand-running and convenience-services company which provides clients with time saving options. Their people can shop, wait for repair techs or furniture delivery as well as do all the little things needed to set up a home. Discounts apply for all Vikings including the first hour of service at no cost for new clients. Call Amy Harmer at (952) 484-6888 or email her at [email protected]. SPALON MONTAGE A discount of 25% on both services and products is available to Vikings staff, players and their spouses. A card and identification are required. Cards can be obtained from Ren Rutkus (952) 828-6504. SUN COUNTRY Sun Country is offering a 10% air only discount to Vikings employees + one (1) traveling companion. Instructions are below: Please note this is an exclusive Vikings employee discount. The 10% off air only discount is valid for any of Sun Country’s US locations - including Anchorage. Discount is valid for Vikings employee and one (1) travel companion (must be on the same reservation). Instructions: 1. Please book online 2. The link to book from the landing page is: www.suncountry.com/vikes10 3. Promo-code is VIKE10 to be used at check out. If you have any issues, please call the Sun Country Reservations Department at 1 (800) 359-6786 or for local calls (651) 905-2737. TOTAL LUXURY LIMOUSINE Special pricing for limousine and van services. Charlie Murray 651-770-5668 14 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS & BUSINESS PARTNERS 3565 Hoffman Road East Vadnais Heights, MN 55110 VALLE Y FAIR Discounted tickets can be purchased online (no tickets will be available directly from the Vikings). Go to the Norseman page and click on “Likes” on the left side of the page. That will take you to a list that includes “Valleyfair Discounts” and show you the password you will need to access the site with our discounted prices. The password is: Viking11. If you are not at work, you will still be able to purchase the reduced price tickets by going to www.valleyfair.com. In the upper left click on “Buy Now” and on the following page scroll down to “Corporate Partners” and enter Viking10. The purchase can be made using American Express, Master Card, Visa and Discover Card. You will get an email with E-tickets ready to be printed. These are actual tickets and do not need to be redeemed at the box office, just to go directly to the turnstiles. As a result, please be aware that they should be treated with care as Valleyfair and the Vikings are not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. VERIZON As a Minnesota Vikings employee, you are eligible to receive a 17% discount on your personal/family Verizon Wireless account. To register your line for the discount, follow these steps: • Go to verizonwireless.com/discounts • Enter your vikings.nfl.net email address and select “Check for Discounts.” • You will receive an email from Verizon Customer Service. Click the “Get Started” button in the email • Click on the “Register Your Line” link in the “Existing Customers” section under “Enroll.” If you would like to get started with a new Verizon Wireless account, you can contact Adam Shaw our Verizon business specialist at (763) 595-2542 or [email protected] VIKINGS INSPIRED BOOT The NEW Vikings Boot worn by the Vikings Street Team is available to purchase at a special price to Vikings employees. The new custom leather boot (designed for the Vikings Street team) is manufactured by Corral Boots and sold at RCC Western at the Mall of America. The leather boots are available at 25% off the $199.98 regular sale price (or $149.99.) Employees should call the Store Manager in advance (Duane Brunsen at (952) 854-1063) and show a business card. VIKINGS LOCKER ROOM STORE 25% off all purchases. Show your NFL ID to receive the discount. They carry a wide variety of Vikings items. Mall of America (952) 854-5473 WILDFIRE RESTAUR ANT 20% off discount card. Good for any visit, no limit on visits. Contact Ren Rutkus, Sales and Marketing, (952) 828-6504 if you have not received a card or to make special arrangements. 15 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS & BUSINESS PARTNERS 16 17 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS & BUSINESS PARTNERS 18 EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS & BUSINESS PARTNERS 19 20 RESTAUR ANTS & DINING RESTAUR ANTS IN THE SOUTHWEST SUBURBS Wildfirewww.wildfirerestaurant.com Restaurant featuring steaks, chops and seafood. (5 mins. from Winter Park). 3020 Eden Prairie Center - (Southwest side of Mall) Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 914-9100 - Go west on Viking Drive to the lights - Take a left on Prairie Center Drive - Continue about 1 mile, Mall is on your right - Wildfire is on the south side of mall near Barnes & Noble Kona Grill Restaurant featuring steak, sushi, designer cocktails and more (5 mins. from Winter Park). www.konagrill.com 11997 Singletree Lane Eden Prairie, 55344 (952) 941-3262 - Go west on Viking Drive to the lights - Take a left on Flying Cloud Drive - Turn right onto Singletree Lane - Turn left at Eden Road Kincaid’swww.kincaids.com Upscale dining featuring traditional fish, chops & steaks. Fresh fish, steak, and pasta specials. Open for lunch and dinner (10 mins. from Winter Park). *Voted Best Restaurant in the Twin Cities! 8400 Normandale Lake Blvd. Bloomington, MN 55437 (952) 921-2255 - 494 E to 100 S (Normandale Blvd.) - Right at 1st stop light (84th St.) - Right at 2nd stop light (Normandale Lakes Blvd.) - 8400 Tower parking garage is on the right 21 RESTAUR ANTS & DINING Campiellowww.campiello.damico.com Casual, country style Italian cuisine featuring a wood-fired rotisserie and oven. (5 mins. from Winter Park). 6411 City West Parkway Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 941-6868 - Washington Ave. North to Valley View Road - Left on Valley View to Shady Oak Road - Right on Shady Oak and cross over Hwy. 212/Hwy. 5 - Campiello’s is on your right near a strip mall across from Wooddale Church Buca Di Beppo Southern Italian family-style dining. Large portions of salads, pastas, pizzas and other southern Italian entrees (10 mins. from Winter Park). www.bucadibeppo.com 7711 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 934-9463 - Take Viking Drive West to Prairie Center Dr. - Turn left and continue to the intersection with Hwy5 - Take Hwy 5 west to Mitchell Road - Exit on Mitchell and go right to the driveway for Buca de Beppo Biaggi’swww.biaggis.com Resaurants featuring authentic Italian cuisine (10 mins. from Winter Park). 8251 Flying Cloud Drive Eden Prairie, MN (952) 942-9463 (Ask for Gary Chanen) - Take Viking Drive west and go left on Prairie Center Dr. - Follow Prairie Center Dr for about 1 mile - Biaggi’s is on the south side of Mall near Barnes & Noble Applebee’swww.applebees.com Neighborhood Bar and Grill (5 mins. from Winter Park). 8421 Joiner Way Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 942-7993 - Take Viking Drive West to Prairie Center Drive - Take a left onto Prairie Center Drive - Follow Prairie Center Drive to the Lariat Center on the left - Applebee’s is across the street from a Goodyear tire dealership 22 RESTAUR ANTS & DINING Don Pablo’s Mexican Cuisine (1 min from Winter Park). www.donpablos.com 11347 Viking Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 943-2877 - Take Viking Drive West to Prairie Center Drive - Proceed straight through the stoplight and take a left at the Fairfield Inn - Don Pablo’s is next to the Fairfield Inn Champp’swww.champps.com Great food, music, drinks, giveaways and sports. Open daily for lunch and dinner (5 mins. from Winter Park). 8010 Glen Lane Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 942-3331 - West on Viking Drive to Prairie Center Drive - Go right on Prairie Center Drive to second stop light - Go left (west) on Flying Cloud Drive and continue for about 3 to 4 blocks - Take a right on Eden Road and the next left on Glen Lane Redstonewww.redstonegrill.com Casual American dining featuring wood-fired steaks, chops, and seafood. Open daily at 11am for lunch and dinner. Sunday Brunch from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Call and ask for Derek (5 mins. from Winter Park). 8000 Eden Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 903-95001 - West on Viking Drive to Prairie Center Drive - Go right on Prairie Center Drive to second stop light - Go left (west) on Flying Cloud Drive and continue for about 3 to 4 blocks - Take a right on Eden Road and it’s on the right side Perkinswww.perkinsrestaurant.com Comprehensive breakfast, lunch, and dinner selection ranging from traditional to innovative (10 mins. from Winter Park). 4201 West 78th Street Bloomington, MN 55435 (952) 831-8855 - Take 494 East - Take the exit 6B following the signs for France Avenue - Go left on France - Turn slightly left onto West 78th Street 23 RESTAUR ANTS & DINING Famous Dave’s – BBQ (13 mins. from Winter Park). www.famousdaves.com 5101 West 98th Street Bloomington, MN 55435 (952) 832-0500 - 494 East - Merge onto Normandale Blvd. South via Exit 7B - Turn left onto West 98th Street Twin City Grill 40’s 50’s supper club atmosphere, fresh fish, steaks, full service bar (15 mins. from Winter Park). www.lettuceentertainyou.com Mall of America Bloomington, MN 55425 (952) 854-0200 Between Sears and Nordstrom’s Ciao Bella Italian eatery, great pizza for lunches and pastas for dinner (10 mins. from Winter Park). www.ciaobellamn.com 3501 Minnesota Drive Bloomington, MN 55425 (952) 841-1000 - 494 East - Exit #6B France Avenue - Left on France Avenue - Right on Minnesota Drive RESTAUR ANTS IN THE SOUTHWEST SUBURBS Eden Prarie Great Mandarin 8251 Flying Cloud Drive (952) 941-9828 (In Eden Prairie Center) TGI Fridays 8251 Flying Cloud Drive (952) 995-4100 www.fridays.com Jakes 12365 Singletree Lane (952) 980-3742 www.jakescitygrille.com Woody’s Grille 6399 Citywest Parkway (952) 944-8799 www.woodysgrille.com Cheesecake Factory 2715 Southdale Center (952) 653-3333 www.thecheesecakefactory.com P F Chang’s 2700 Southdale Center (952) 926-1713 www.pfchangs.com Arezzo Ristorante 5057 France Ave S. (612) 285-7444 www.arezzoristorante.com Edina 24 RESTAUR ANTS & DINING Minnetonka Lord Fletchers 3746 Sunset Drive (952) 471-8513 www.lordfletchers.com Jimmy’s 11000 Red Circle Dr. (952) 224-5858 www.jimmysfoodandcocktails.com 685 Excelsior Blvd (952) 470-1800 www.maynardsonline.com 550 W. 79th St. (952) 934-9453 www.buffalowildwings.com Excelsior Maynards Chanhassen Buffalo Wild Wings DOWNTOWN MINNE APOLIS RESTAUR ANTS Steak (Plus) Capital Grille (612) 692-9000 www.thecapitalgrille.com J.D. Hoyt’s (612) 338-1560 www.jdhoyts.com Manny’s Steakhouse (612) 339-9900 www.mannyssteakhouse.com Murrays (612) 339- 0909 www.murraysrestaurant.com Ruth’s Chris (612) 672-9000 www.ruthschris.com McCormick & Schmick’s (612) 338-3300 www.mccormickandschmicks.com Oceanaire Seafood Room (612) 333-2277 www.theoceanaire.com (612) 332-3908 www.britspub.com (612) 874-6440 www.labellevie.us (612) 338-1344 www.fogodechao.com (612) 904-1000 www.the-local.com (612) 871-4055 www.fujiyasushi.com Seafood British Brit’s Pub French Mediterranean La Belle Vie Brazillian Fogo De Chao Irish The Local Japanese Fuji Ya 25 RESTAUR ANTS & DINING Asian Influenced Chambers Kitchen (612) 767-6999 www.chambersminneapolis.com 20.21 (612) 253-3410 www.walkerart.org (612) 338-0062 www.solera-restaurant.com (612) 338-9900 www.meltingpot.com (612) 436-2236 www.spoonriverrestaurant.com Bank (612) 656-3255 www.bankmpls.com Café Lurcat (612) 486-5500 www.cafelurcat.com Mission American (612) 339-1000 www.missionamerican.com Nicollet Island Inn (612) 331-1800 www.nicolletislandinn.com Vincent A Restaurant (612) 630-1189 www.vincentarestaurant.com Zahtar (612) 752-9595 www.zahtarbyfhima.com Tapas Solera Fondue The Melting Pot Organic/Vegetarian Spoon River General 26 SHOPPING & SERVICES M ALLS Eden Prairie Mall www.edenprairiecenter.com Mall of America www.mallofamerica.com Ridgedalewww.ridgedalecenter.com Rosedalewww.myrosedale.com Southdale/Galleria www.southdale.com / galleriaedina.com Downtown Minneapolis www.minneapolis.org OUTLET M ALLS Albertvillewww.premiumoutlets.com Medfordwww.outletbound.com Tangerwww.tangeroutlet.com/northbranch U.S. POST OFFICE Eden Prairie Post Office 8725 Columbine Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 944-7186 www.usps.com LIFE TIME FITNESS Eden Prairie - Crosstown 6233 Baker Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 (952) 943-4600 www.lifetimefitness.com Chanhassenwww.lifetimefitness.com 2901 Corporate Place Chanhassen, MN 55317 (952) 380-0303 SPALON MONTAGE Edinawww.spalon.com 3909 W 49 1/2 St Edina, MN (952) 915-2900 27 SHOPPING & SERVICES Chanhassenwww.spalon.com 600 Market Street #270 Chanhassen, MN (952) 915-2900 LIMO SERVICE Total Luxury Limousine Service Official Limo Company of the Vikings 3565 Hoffman Road East Vadnais Heights, MN (651) 770-5668 www.totallimo.com Dave Murray, Owner (651) 755-9239 RENTAL C ARS Enterprise will deliver vehicles to Winter Park, hotels, or other locations. They will rent to individuals under the age 25. Renters are required to have a major credit card and a valid driver’s license. Refer to the Business Partners & Employee Discounts section of this handbook for more information regarding daily, weekly, and monthly rates. *Vehicle charges are the responsibility of the individual and may not be billed to the Club. Enterprise Car Rental (952) 941-8011 www.enterprise.com BANKING US Bank by Eden Prairie Center will cash Minnesota Vikings payroll checks with proper photo identification. It is located on the corner of Prairie Center Drive and West 78th St. If you would like to open up an account at US Bank, you may contact Jenna at the number below. US Bank 24-Hour Service (612) 872-2657 www.usbank.com Jenna Ahlness (952) 942-2843 FURNITURE RENTAL Cort Furniture Kerri Trombley (952) 884-5622 x107 www.cort.com 28 FA M I LY A C T I V I T I E S LOC AL ATTR ACTIONS Librarieswww.hclib.org Valley Fair May-September www.valleyfair.com Mall of America Indoor amusement park, underground aquarium, shopping & dining www.mallofamerica.com Minnesota Zoo www.mnzoo.org University of MN Arboretum www.arboretum.umn.edu Pump It Up www.pumpitupparty.com Edenborough Park www.edinboroughpark.com THE ATRE The Twin cities are 2nd only to New York City in the number of theater seats per capita. Minneapolis alone is home to 30 live theaters. Guthrie Theater 818 South 2nd Street Minneapolis, MN 55415 (612) 377-2224 www.guthrietheater.org Chanhassen Dinner Theatre 501 West 78th Street Chanhassen, MN 55317 (952) 934-1525 www.chanhassentheaters.com Children’s Theatre Company 2400 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (612) 874-0400 www.childrenstheatre.org Mixed Blood Theater 1501 South 4th Street Minneapolis, MN 55454 (612) 338-6131 www.mixedblood.com 29 FA M I LY A C T I V I T I E S LIVE MUSIC VENUES Orchestra Hall 1111 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55403 (612) 371-5600 www.minnesotaorchestra.org St. Paul Chamber Orchestra 408 St. Peter Street St. Paul, MN 55102 (651) 291-1144 www.theSPCO.org The Minnesota Opera 620 North 1st Street Minneapolis, MN 55401 (612) 333-2700 www.mnopera.org Dakota Jazz Club and Restaurant 1010 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55403 (612) 332-1010 www.dakotacooks.com MUSEUMS AND G ALLERIES Walker Art Center 1750 Hennepin Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55403 (612) 375-7609 www.walkerart.org Minneapolis Institute of Arts 2400 3rd Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55404 (612) 870-3200 www.artsmia.org Science Museum of Minnesota 120 Kellogg Blvd West St Paul, MN 55102 (651) 221-9444 www.smm.org 30 VIKINGS IN THE COMMUNITY VIKINGS CHILDREN’S FUND Pat Leopold VCF Coordinator [email protected] (952) 828-6578 There have been many changes on and off the field for the Minnesota Vikings since the team’s inception, but the organization’s steadfast commitment to children has always remained the same. In light of the organization’s commitment to community, the Vikings Children’s Fund (VCF) was established in 1978 and has since raised over $9 million to give back to those in need. The VCF is a means for Vikings players, coaches, cheerleaders, staff and their families to focus their community support to help children. The VCF distributes grants to health, education and family services organizations benefiting children. Last year the VCF provided more than 80 grants to nonprofit organizations, including over $230,000 to the University Of Minnesota Department Of Pediatrics. In total, the VCF has donated nearly $5 million to support the University Of Minnesota Department Of Pediatrics, which boasts highly-skilled pediatricians and excels in break-through research. To learn more about the VCF- or to make a donation- please call Patrick Leopold at (952) 828-6500. If you’re charitable organization is interested in applying for a VCF grant, log on to vikings.com to download a grant application form. Grant applications need to be mailed by November for fall award. COMMUNIT Y REL ATIONS Brad Madson Executive Director of Community Relations [email protected] cell: 612-201-8619 (952) 828-6590 Our Hospital outreach at the U of M will be October 25, November 22, and December 20 from 3:00-4:00 PM. In addition to the hospital visits, we will raise awareness on Game Days for the following causes: 10/9 ArIzona – ZTA Breast Cancer Awareness (Jenni Greenway) 11/20 Oakland –Second Harvest Heartland Food Drive (Jardin Loeffler) 12/4 Denver- Coat Drive 12/18 New Orleans –Toys for Tots Toy Drive (Kelly Griffin) 31 HISTORY OF THE VIKINGS CLUB HISTORY The Vikings have a rich football history that spans 50 years and in that time the team has captivated Minnesotans and cultivated an international fan base. From demanding head coaches to Hall of Fame players to deep playoff runs, Vikings history is lined with intrigue and success. Bud Grant led the team to 4 Super Bowls, Scott Studwell became the all-time leader in tackles, Cris Carter dazzled fans with sensational receptions and Adrian Peterson took the league by storm. But before all of those accomplishments, there was a beginning. There were events that came together and constituted the founding of a franchise. It was on January 28, 1960 that Minnesota was granted an expansion NFL franchise at the league owners’ meetings in Miami, Florida. Leading the charge to bring the NFL to Minnesota was the franchise’s founding group – Max Winter, E. William Boyer, H.P. Skoglund, Ole Haugsrud and Bernard H. Ridder, Jr. Later in the summer of 1960, the franchise hired its first general manager – former Los Angeles Rams Public Relations Director Bert Rose – and soon after the team selected its nickname. The nickname “Vikings” was chosen by Rose and the franchise’s founders because it represented both an aggressive person with the will to win and the Nordic tradition in the Upper Midwest. The franchise then selected its first head coach – Norm Van Brocklin – and prepared for its inaugural season by conducting its first college draft in December of 1960 and participating in the expansion draft following the 1960 season. The club was then assigned to the NFL’s Western Conference in April of 1961 and finally played its first game against the Dallas Cowboys in Sioux Falls, SD, on August 5, 1961, a preseason contest the Cowboys won 38-13. Over the past half-century, the Vikings have generated and fostered a deep tradition of football that has entertained and endeared a passionate fan base. The Vikings, with legendary head coach Bud Grant patrolling the sidelines, won an NFL title in 1969 and then dominated the 1970s by winning 8 division titles and appearing in 4 Super Bowls. In 2011 a new era of Vikings football will begin, as Leslie Frazier takes over as head coach. Frazier, who’s won a Super Bowl as both a player and a coach, joined the Vikings in 2007 as defensive coordinator. He took over as Interim Head Coach on November 22, 2010 and then on January 3, 2011 the Vikings removed the interim tag and named him the 8th head coach in franchise history. Frazier has pledged to work with the Vikings scouting department and front office to return the franchise to its roots – a tough-minded team with a stout defense and dominating rushing attack. Under Frazier’s guidance, the Vikings will also maintain the philosophy of collecting good football players who are also good people away from the field of play. In total over the past 50 years, the Vikings have made 26 playoff appearances, won 18 division titles and have played in just 2 stadiums – Met Stadium and the HHH Metrodome, which is now named Mall of America Field at the HHH Metrodome. 1961 Minnesota Vikings Team Photo 32 MINNEAPOLIS DOWNTOWN EAST NEW STADIUM PLAN DOWNTOWN EAST STADIUM FINANCING PLAN (Assumes 2016 stadium opening) SOURCES AND USES (in millions): Sources: Investment to Build (%) Vikings/Private (44%) $427 City of Minneapolis (15%) $150 State of Minnesota (41%) $398 Total Sources $975 Uses: Stadium Site/Relocation Costs Total Uses $828 $147 $975 Operating Cost/Capital Funding (%) Vikings/Private (63%) $13 City of Minneapolis (37%) $7.5 State of Minnesota (0%) $0 Total Sources $20.5 Life-Cycle Costs % Vikings - 50.6% City of Minneapolis - 22.7% State of Minnesota - 26.7% TOTAL PROJECT COSTS - $975 million * Fixed-roof stadium - $828 million. * On-site infrastructure/relocation costs - $147 million. * In order to lower public and private costs, sales tax exemptions on stadium construction materials and property tax exemptions on stadium will be provided. VIKINGS/PRIVATE COMMITMENTS * $427 million contribution (44% of up-front project capital costs). * Over term of the deal, payment of more than 50% of the project’s life-cycle costs. * Payment of $11.5 million in annual stadium operating expenses (estimated at $17.5 million). • Payment of any and all game-day expenses for NFL and MLS games (estimated at $3.0 million annually), including any municipal expenses within stadium or related plaza areas. • Payment of $8.5 million in annual stadium operating expenses (rent). * 30-year lease. * $1.5 million annual contribution to the Capital Reserve Fund for capital improvements (escalating). * Payment of any capital improvement proposed by the team to provide revenue enhancements. * Public will share in profits, if team is sold. Stadium: * Publicly-owned by Stadium Authority. * Multi-purpose, fixed-roof. * Approximately 1.5 million square feet. * Design and construction will be overseen by the Authority, in collaboration with the team. * Accommodations for NCAA basketball, a Super Bowl, amateur baseball, Major League Soccer, concerts, civic, community and not-for-profit events. Site: * Downtown East - Minneapolis, MN. * Most cost-efficient stadium alternative. * 33 acres. * Access from I-35W and Hwy 94. * Leverages existing infrastructure, including light rail. * Has supported a stadium for past 30 years. Seating: * Up to 65,000 seats, expandable to 72,000 to host Super Bowl. * Optimal football sight lines in lower and upper bowls. * Up to 120-150 suites. * Bunker and end zone suites at field level. * Up to 7,500 club seats. * Club lounges at field and concourse levels. * Includes affordable seating component. Fan Amenities: * Tremendous game-day experience with open plaza. * Expanded tailgating opportunities. * Close proximity to light rail. * Optimized sideline seating. * Wide concourses. * More restrooms. * Increased and enhanced concessions. * Accessibility for people with disabilities. * Ample space for pre-game events/activities. * Team store and Hall of Fame/museum. CITY OF MINNEAPOLIS COMMITMENTS * $150 million contribution (15% of up-front project capital costs). * No new taxes. * Paid for primarily by redirecting portion of existing “Convention Center Taxes.” • 0.5% sales tax. • 3.0% downtown restaurant tax. • 3.0% downtown liquor tax. • 2.625% lodging tax. * Payment of $6.0 million in annual stadium operating expenses. * $1.5 million annual contribution to the Capital Reserve Fund for capital improvements (escalating). * City will not be responsible for overruns on project or annual operating and capital improvements. STATE OF MINNESOTA COMMITMENTS * $398 million contribution (41% of up-front project capital costs). * No new taxes. * No State General Fund dollars. * Will issue appropriation bonds funded through expansion of State-authorized charitable gaming to include electronic “pull-tabs” and other allowable gaming. 33 March 2012