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School district representatives discuss 2025 priorities

BY MADELINE DOLBY EDITOR

Every year, Centennial staff and school board members meet with area legislators over breakfast to share the district’s needs; in turn, senators and representatives share how the district can help them in reaching some of their goals.

Rep. Elliott Engen (R, District 36A), Sen. Heather Gustafson (DFL, District 36), Sen. Michael Kreun (R, District 32) and Rep. Matt

Norris (DFL, District 32B) were in attendance.

“We want to really focus on conversation. We want you (legislators) to have that ability to respond and give some feedback and not feel like you’re in the hot seat,” said Centennial Superintendent Jeff Holmberg.

In 2025, the district has three priorities it would like legislators to focus on. There also are lingering items from the last legislative session that were included.

Similar to last year, the

district would like to see a change in funding formulas to provide fair equalization, making school levies, operating referendum, local optional revenue and debt service programs more affordable. Patrick Chaffey, the district’s executive director of business, explained that the general education formula allowance balance is behind 18.7%, and local optional revenue is behind by 34.5%.

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Legislators and representatives of the Centennial School District attend a Legislative Breakfast held at the district office.

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The complexion of Centerville's government will be undergoing a sea change for 2025, starting with new Mayor Nancy Golden. Two newly elected council members, Anita Rios and David Kubat, and one reelected member, Russ Koski, will join her on the dais.

In December, longtime Public Works Director Paul Palzer retired to be replaced by two public works employees.

To add to the transitional feel of Centerville government, City Administrator/ Engineer Mark Statz will be leaving the city to serve as city administrator for the city of Forest Lake.

The search is now on for a city administrator to replace Statz.

But first, the search for a search firm must begin.

As time is of the essence, council unanimously voted to use a professional search firm to conduct the rigorous task of finding a new city administrator.

Rios, with many years experience in the human resource capacity, said the city would spend less in the long run because a professional firm would be more efficient than city staff doing the work.

“Search firms know how to do it and have the template and network in place,” she said. Rios also suggested council look at more research firms than the two that were proposed by city staff.

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LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST: Top priorities, concerns similar to previous years to take some more input from you guys and figure out how we can actually address this not only for the short term, but for the long term.”

School Board Chair Tom Knisley shared his appreciation for the opportunity to get together with legislators.

“I think the opportunity for us to get together and to talk and build relationships goes a very long way,” explained Knisley. “We’re very appreciative of the work that you do. We’re hopeful that, with some of these consequences of the changes that were made, we can have that same spirit of cooperation and addressing some of these, perhaps, unintended consequences.”

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Currently, Centennial taxpayers pay 100% of the operating referendum, 100% of local optional revenue and 100% of debt service.

The second priority this legislative session is longterm facilities maintenance revenue, which the district uses to repair facilities. Just like last year, the district would like to see a change in funding formulas to allow for and expand uses for the school board to address facility needs.

Since 2015, the district has been capped at $380 per pupil. If that number had kept up with inflation, it would be $490 per pupil. Chaffey said that this represents a 30% decrease in purchasing power.

“We definitely experiencing a lot more pain in that area,” he added. “We are starting to make some adjustments

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Representatives Elliott Engen and Matt Norris and Senators Heather Gustafson and Michael Kreun attended the breakfast.

internally with certain things we buy and, maybe, lesser quality product.”

Lastly, the district would like to see changes when it comes to compensatory revenue. The district is asking the Legislature to stabilize the formula beyond the hold-harmless period by using factors other than eligibility for free or reducedprice lunch.

The district is also asking legislators to return to

provisions of approved legislation from 2023, particularly the Read Act. Other provisions mentioned were unemployment insurance and family and medical leaves of absence (FMLA).

“I think the time for talk is over,” said Engen. “I think it’s time for action. The state has to figure out what it’s going to prioritize. There needs to be some opportunities for us to say ‘Okay, here’s some

programs that we can cut to make sure that we are actually fully funding the education as politicians have promised.’”

He added that they need to provide flexibility to funding rather than impose mandates that are leaving Minnesota schools at 35-year record high in teacher layoffs.

“We need to listen to you guys more,” he stated.

“Rather than simply tell you guys what to do. I would like

Madeline Dolby is editor of the Quad Community Press. She can be reached at 651-431-1226 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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Sue Linser and Heidi Hansen are sworn in by School Board Chair Tom Knisley. Linser will serve as school board vice chair.

• The board approved the revised 2024-2025 budget. Executive Director of Business Patrick Chaffey provided a presentation on the revised budget and explained that the revision reflects updated assumptions and estimates based on current information, new settlements, staffing adjustments and prior year audit results. The revised budget shows a deficit in the general fund, food services, community education and the building construction fund. Superintendent Jeff Holmberg added that the revised budget

helps the board plan the 2025-2026 budget.

• The board approved a memorandum of understanding to add the position of finance and medical assistant billing to the district’s business department. The following position will be added to the confidential employees salary schedule.

The starting pay will be $30.50 an hour.

District staff hope to have the position filled within the next four to six weeks.

• The board accepted three contributions made to the district. Donations were made to Golden Lake Elementary, Rice Lake Elementary and Centennial Middle School.

• Updates in language were made to multiple policies after board approval. The policies were graduation requirements,

interviews of students by outside agencies, the establishment and adoption of the school district budget and the uniform grant guidance policy regarding federal revenue changes. The board also approved a new policy regarding the process of naming of school facilities. The policy will allow the school board to implement input processes, such as a listening session, to gather stakeholder feedback on name recommendations.

The next work session will be at 5:30 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 3, in the district office. The next regular school board meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10.

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When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays Where: Lino Lakes American Legion Post 566, 7731 Lake Drive Details: General knowledge trivia. No limit on team sizes. Every player will receive a raffle ticket for a drawing to win a free drink. The top three teams will earn a gift card, and the last place team wins a “mini trophy.”

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HUGO SENIOR CITIZENS PLAY ‘500’

When: 12:45 p.m. Jan. 23; 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre, 6900 137th Street N. Details: Games begin at 12:45 p.m. Refreshments and coffee served. All senior citizens from the area invited.

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When: 12:45 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27; the 4th Monday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre, 6900 137th Street N., Hugo Details: Senior citizens from Hugo and surrounding area are invited to an afternoon of cribbage. Coffee and refreshments served.

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When: Jan 24-Feb. 9 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, White Bear Lake Details: Live performance based on the thriller by Stephen King. Ticket information online.

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SIMPLEGIFTS MUSIC WITH BILLY MCLAUGHLIN: ‘THE YOUNG AND THE REST...’

When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 Where: Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, Mahtomedi High School Details: Girl-powered tribute to Neil Young and the rest of the favorite acoustic acts from the 70’s. Tickets online.

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When: 5-8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27 Where: Hugo American Legion Post 620, 5383 140th St. N. Details: Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Network volunteers will be serving up burgers. Families of deployed military eat free. Event proceeds support military families.

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Snow Day When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: The Anoka County Parks Department in partnership with the Blaine Parks and Recreation Department offer participants of all ages to have a chance to enjoy a variety of winter activities. Refreshments will be provided.

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When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays Where: Zoom Details: Develop your communication and leaderships skills.

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CURRENT EVENTS: ANOKA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: ‘AN UN-WISE MURDER’

When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24 Where: North Central Library, Vocate Gathering Room, 17566 Central Ave. N. Details: The Anoka County Historical Society will screen a “An Un-Wise Murder,” a true crime drama based on an actual cold case crime that occurred in 1900s Anoka County. Registration required.

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When: 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township Details: Suitable for ages 6-12. Embrace winter and try some of its activities. Each week cross-country ski, snowshoe or learn about winter survival.

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When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2 Where: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve, 7373 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Learn about ice fishing equipment, tips, techniques and safety while meeting new people.

Registration required. Suitable for ages 8 and up.

Contact: https://tinyurl.com/mr2eshur or 763-324-3350

CHURCH BRIEF ‘Presence, Power and Purpose: ’ Supercharge your spiritual life this year Our Savior’s Lutheran Church will host Reverend Dr. Siri C. Rickson from 9-11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 25. He will give a presentation titled “Presence, Power and Purpose: Supercharge Your Spiritual Life in 2025.” Registration is not required. Coffee, water and snacks will be provided.

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church is located at 9185 Lexington Ave., Circle Pines. For more information, contact subsakowski@ oursaviorsonline.org.

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When: 10 a.m.-noon Sunday, Feb. 2 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Try out a variety of winter activities including snowshoeing, fat tire biking and kick sledding. All equipment is provided. Registration required.

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Public comments

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ith the first of the year meetings our city, counties, townships and school boards are swearing in the newly elected officials. These elected officials are crucial in carrying out the tasks from annual budgets, ordinances, zoning and planning issues, appointments, improvements, discussing current issues and preparing for future trends. Now that they are in place, I challenge our residents to participate, get involved, and get to know these elected officials. Residents tend to get more involved once they buy a home and have kids in local schools. is important to be civil in your Publisher’s It dialogue and concerns if they arise, and remember there is a learning View curve for people serving in these Carter Johnson roles.

If you are passionate about what is happening in local government or schools in your community, get involved. Try with voluneering with a entry-level position in the classroom or lunchroom, or on a park or planning commission and over time, you will learn how to navigate situations and better understand how to help make the needed decisions for the community.

Residents can also get involved by attending meetings and being part of the public comment process. Most cities use a three minute rule, where those addressing the city council or school board are limited to speaking for a maximum of 3 minutes. In some cases, you are required to register or submit a request prior to the agenda being published or posted. In other areas it’s as simple as arriving early and signing in to participate in the public comment period. If you want to participate, find out what your city or schools board's rules are on public comment. It's never fun to sit through a two-hour meeting to find out you don't get a chance to be heard.

I understand why city councils and school boards have had to ratchet down the public comment period because some groups and residents have taken advantage of the process by shouting, taking up too much time or having too many people talking on the same topic and wasting time. Most public meetings if done right should be no more than 60-90 minutes.

While these measures to maintain order may be necessary, they have also created barriers to an open and transparent operation. It might be time to go back to open public comment and make it easier for residents to be heard.

Without a doubt, the school districts had put in the hardest measures to prevent public comments, because public comments became so disruptive the board couldn't get anything done. One public meeting is requiring public comment to be requested prior to the agenda being published. How does one know what concerns they might have and want to comment on if they haven't seen the agenda? Then once they have seen the agenda and want to voice and opinion in the public comment period, it's too late and not allowed. I attended a city council meeting in January where residents who were concerned over a redevelopment project and a roundabout project were not allowed to speak to the council because no public comment was allowed.

I believe the majority of our local elected officials are doing a good job and work hard to listen and to be engaged, but they have also had to protect themselves and their time from some unruly individuals and inefficient processes. The process for public comment needs to be reevaluated and be more welcoming. The members of the public who are commenting also need to be more professional.

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Nurture your green thumb with aloe

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inter can be a struggle for Minnesota gardeners as we long to get our shovels back in the dirt. A great way to stay in touch with your green thumb when the skies are gray, and the ground is frozen is to take care of houseplants.

One of my favorite indoor plants, and an easy plant for beginners to Gardener’s grow, is aloe.

There are more than 400 species of aloe Tim to choose from Newcomb with the most popular being aloe vera. A large and beautiful plant with big thick leaves, aloe vera has a temperament that’s amenable to forgetfulness. It also propagates quickly and easily, making it a perfect choice to spread throughout your house or to share with friends.

Originating from southern Africa, aloe vera has long been used for its medicinal properties. The clear gel, which comes from scraping the insides of the leaves, is used to treat burns and minor skin abrasions. It’s important to note that whole aloe leaves also contain aloin,

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Aloe plants evolved in sub-Saharan Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, which are hot, dry regions with long stretches of drought conditions. This is why it’s a great plant for beginning gardeners – it can thrive with neglect. However, aloe does have a few basic requirements for successful growing.

Aloe Care Tips • Use a well-draining succulent mix when planting or repotting. This allows the roots to dry out quickly and completely between waterings.

• Choose a pot that is only an inch or two larger than the plant. If there is too much soil in the pot, moisture can cling to the excess soil and potentially cause root rot.

• Avoid overwatering, which is detrimental to aloe. Every few weeks or so, check the plant’s moisture by sticking your finger a few inches into the soil. If the soil feels dry, it’s time to water.

If the soil is still moist, wait to water. This is true even if the leaves are brown. If brown leaves occur and the soil is wet, make sure the plant has the

proper type and amount of dirt and the proper amount of light.

• Place your aloe in bright but indirect light, such as in the middle of a well-lit room or in a shaded window. Direct sunlight will burn the leaves.

• Repot new aloe shoots when they reach a height of four to six inches. In addition to having more plants, you’ll ensure that your mother plant isn’t overcrowded, which can reduce airflow and encourage disease.

Aloe plants are visually interesting, low maintenance and easy to acquire from fellow gardeners, greenhouses or home improvement stores. Even if you’ve struggled with houseplants in the past, give aloe a try – it will help chase away the winter blues, and you might find your thumb turning green before spring arrives.

Anxious to start planning your 2025 garden? Save the date for Anoka County Extension Master Gardeners Home Landscape and Garden Fair, Saturday April 12, 2025, at Bunker Hills Activity Center in Andover. Check our website for more information https://anokamastergardeners.org/ Tim Newcomb is an Anoka County Master Gardener with the University of Minnesota Extension.

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• Officers responded to a report Jan. 9 of a reckless driver in the 6700 block of Hodgson Road who had damaged an item at • A community service officer a business and left the scene. received information Jan. 7 The vehicle was located, and about a hazard on a walking the driver was cited for multiple

CONTRIBUTED trail in the 6500 block of White violations.

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners, from left: Oak Road. A repair request was • An officer responded to a motor John Heinrich, Julie Braastad, Jeff Reinert, Mike Gamache, forwarded to public works to vehicle crash Jan. 9 at the Scott Schulte, Julie Jeppson and Mandy Meisner. correct the problem. intersection of Main Street and • An officer responded to a Rondeau Lake Road E where property damage accident Jan. one of the drivers left the scene.

Gamache elected chair of county 7 in the 7500 block of Fourth The officer investigated and board Avenue. The officer documented subsequently cited a driver for Commissioner Mike Gamache has been elected the incident and provided multiple violations. chair of the Anoka County Board. Commissioner the involved parties the case • Officer responded to a local Jeff Reinhart was elected as vice chair. number for the police report. school Jan. 10 in the 7500 block The board has adopted a committee of the • An officer took a report of a of Fourth Avenue to assist with whole structure for meetings this year, meaning possible threat Jan. 7 in the a safety issue. The officers stood all members of the board will serve on each 7700 block of Lake Drive. After by, and further police assistance internal county committee. Commissioner investigating, te officer found no was not needed.

Gamache was named the lead commissioner crime had been committed.

• Officers responded to a hotel of Information Technology. Other leads are • An officer received a call Jan. Jan. 10 in the 500 block of Apollo Commissioner Julie Jeppson (Finance, and 7 from a complainant in the Drive to assist in removing Transportation); Commissioner Jeff Reinert 7200 block of Savanna Court guests who would not leave.

(Community and Governmental Relations, and who was looking for advice Officers contacted three adults MDAN ads to run ONE TIME, the week beginning 1/19/2025 Parks); Commissioner Scott Schulte (Property on how to handle a problem. who left without incident.

Records and Taxation); Commissioner Mandy The officer discussed possible • An officer responded to a Meisner (Human Services, and Management); solutions to the problem with the business Jan. 10 in the 6700 and Commissioner Julie Braastad (Public complainant. block of Hodgson Road for a Safety).

• An officer responded to a noise report of theft. The customer complaint Jan. 7 in the 900 block agreed to return and pay for the of Orange Street. The noise was merchandise.

County Library eliminates late fees reduced and no other assistance • Officers took a missing person The Anoka County Library will no longer was needed. report Jan. 10 in the 200 block charge late fees for overdue materials in hopes to • An officer received information of Stallion Lane. After an make the library more accessible. Anoka County Jan. 8 regarding concerns about investigation, the person was joins seven other regional library systems in the the care a vulnerable adult was located.

Metropolitan Library Service Agency network to receiving at an assisted living • An officer responded to a adopt this policy. facility in the 700 block of Town noise complaint Jan. 10 in the Center Parkway. The officer 6900 block of Sunrise Drive investigated and determined no involving fireworks. The crime had occurred. officer investigated and located • An officer took a report of theft property that was damaged. The of gas Jan. 8 at a local business investigation is ongoing. in the 8000 block of Lake Drive.

• Officers responded to a report of The officer learned the suspect a vehicle that had fallen through vehicle had been involved in the ice on a lake Jan. 11 in the three gas thefts at the location.

7200 block of County Parkway The case is under investigation.

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• An officer responded to a property damage crash in a business Jan. 8 in the 8000 block parking lot Jan. 12 in the 700

of Lake Drive and issued a block of Town Center Parkway. trespass notice to an individual.

The officer documented the The party left without further incident and provided the case problems. number to the owners.

• Officers responded to multiple • While on patrol Jan. 13, an • Tune-ups • Mufflers & Dual Exhaust calls Jan. 8 regarding a male officer located two suspicious running into traffic in the individuals at a closed business • Brakes • Emission Service 300 block of Birch Street. The in the 7900 block of Lake Drive.

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• Police responded to a business alarm going off Jan. 8 in the 8900 block of Syndicate Avenue in Lexington. Officers found the business unsecured and checked the interior. No one was found inside. The business owner responded and secured the business.

• Police conducted a traffic stop Jan. 9 at the intersection of Main Street and Mound Trail in Centerville for a stop sign violation.

• Officers responded Jan. 9 to a call about an injury crash at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and Village Parkway in Circle Pines.

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Officers identified the suspect.

Officers were advised the suspect would return and pay for the items.

• Officers received a call Jan. 10 regarding a report of theft in the 9400 block of Lexington Avenue in Lexington.

• Officers responded to a call Jan. 10 regarding a suspicious male in the 1800 block of Main Street in Centerville.

• A Community Service Officer was informed of an animal abandonment case Jan. 10 in the 2000 block of Main Street in Centerville.

• Officers were dispatched Jan. 11 for a theft that occurred in the 6900 block of Centerville Road in Centerville. Officers took information. No known suspects are available at this time.

• Officers observed a traffic violation Jan. 11 at the intersection of Lake Drive and South Pine Drive in Circle Pines.

• Officers observed and made contact with a suspicious vehicle Jan. 12 parked at a park in the 9100 block of Hamline Avenue in Lexington.

• The Lino Lakes Police Department stopped a vehicle Jan. 12 for an equipment violation at the intersection of Main Street and Centerville Road in Centerville. The traffic stop resulted in a fourth-degree DWI arrest.

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Nancy Golden, Russ Koski, David Kubat , Anita Ross and Sophie Wynn take the oath of office.

• At the first meeting of the year following an election where a majority of council has been newly elected, a batch of new name plates must be printed and a slate of new council members must be sworn in. The only council member not taking the oath of office at the Jan. 8 meeting was Darrin Mosher. Nancy Golden took the oath of office for her two-year mayoral term. Council Members Russ Koski and David Kubat took the oath of office to begin their four-year terms, and Anita Rios for her two-year term.

Junior Council Member Sophie Wynn

took the oath of office and began her oneyear term.

• On recommendation of staff, Centerville renewed its membership in the League of Minnesota Cities. The membership dues for 2025 of $5,182 will be a budgeted expense from the general fund.

The city's dues are based on its population of 3,993, according to the 2023 state demographer and Metropolitan Council estimates.

• The council made several changes to the organizational structure of city staff, most importantly those related to public

works employees. The position of public works director was eliminated, and two new positions were created. Public Works Foreperson and Public Works Technician/ Building Official will now be under the union contract. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) will outline the particulars of the new positions and modify the union contract to add these positions without formally opening the union contract for renegotiation. City staff and Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49, have agreed on the language contained in the MOU.

• Council passed a resolution In Memoriam to honor the contributions to the city by Centerville resident Lisa Roemeling. With the support of her family, Lisa Roemeling opened Carbone's Pizza in the city in 2016. Since then, her business has been a mainstay of important community events, such as Main Street Market, Music in the Park, Trunk or Treat and Fete des Lacs. Throughout the years, her outgoing personality and passion for providing residents of Centerville great food made a positive impact on the community. City staff said Roemeling was always the first to participate in any local event showcasing Carbone's and the importance of community involvement.

Golden agreed to present Roemeling's family with the resolution.

The council next meets at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 22, at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road.

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head-hunting firms, one that proposed a $24,000 fee and the other, which said it would accept compensation in an amount equal to 25% to 30% of the new hire's first-year salary.

Council elected to have members of the city's personnel committee find the right search firm for the city. The personnel committee will conduct research and interview firms to see if the city can receive a deal that doesn't give pause.

As the third of three actions stemming from Statz's resignation, council directed the committee to start immediately in its quest to find a search firm to do all the work that comes with seeking and hiring an executive.

A request for proposal (RFP) was expected to be sent out before the week was up, and the committee will review the search firms before recommending one of the firms for the city to hire.

In the first of the three actions, council formally accepted Statz' resignation, voted unanimously to keep him on staff until Feb. 14 and agreed to pay him through that date.

The city will also cover his expenses to attend an upcoming city engineer's conference. Statz

intends to honor the 60-day notice and will continue to run the city until Feb. 14.

In its second action, council unanimously appointed Assistant City Administrator Athanasia Lewis to serve as interim city administrator, with discussion about her compensation to follow at the next meeting.

After Feb. 14, Lewis will take over Statz's administrative duties.

Although the League of Minnesota Cities provided a roster of former city administrators who could be brought in to maintain the smooth running of the city, council unanimously chose Lewis to step in. The city hired her in 2022 with the ultimate plan for her to be available to ensure continuity of operations in case the administrator was unavailable to serve.

Lewis has agreed to take on this temporary role.

Loretta Harding is a contributing writer for Press Publications. She can be reached at news@ presspubs.com or 651-407-1200.

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There is a maximum of 20 teams.

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Debra Jean Cravero Age 69, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11th, 2025, at M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, Minnesota, after her battle with ALS. Debra was born on January 21st, 1955, in Fort Dodge, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her father, Mervin Gochee; mother, Mildred Tebay; brothers, David and Pete Gochee.

Debra is survived by her husband, Andrew Cravero; 4 children, Michael Kennedy (Molly); Matthew Kennedy (Kathryn); Mary Kennedy; Brian Kennedy (Jason Ritchie); 8 grandchildren, Eric (Ashlee), Katie (Luke), Ian, Ryan, Charlotte, Madeline, Camille, and Mary; siblings, Sylvia Spurlin, Robbie Gochee, Melissa Dencklau (Darrin), Christopher Gochee. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, 1/25 at 11:30 AM at Mueller Memorial, 4738 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake, with visitation from 10 AM until the service and on Friday 1/24 from 4-8 PM. Mueller Memorial -White Bear Lake- 651-429-4944, www. muellermemorial.com

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PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF Fatal dirt bike vs. motor vehicle crash occurs in Blaine At approximately 6:05 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 12, several agencies were dispatched to a report of a motor vehicle crash near the intersection of 103rd Lane NE and Sunset Avenue NE., in Blaine.

According to the police report, 15-year-old Artem Sandulyak, of Blaine, was on a motorized dirt bike traveling southbound on Sunset Avenue NE when he crashed into a pickup turning westbound onto 103rd Lane NE from northbound Sunset Avenue NE. Lifesaving measures were performed at the scene; however, Sandulyak was declared deceased. The adult male driver, identified as Dennis Malmstedt of Circle Pines, and a juvenile female passenger of the pickup were not injured.

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LINO LAKES CITY COUNCIL SNIPPETS • The Quad Community Press will be the city’s legal newspaper for 2025.

• Revisions will be made to the Rules of Decorum policy following council approval. Public comment time will now be reduced from four minutes to three minutes per person. This will allow additional time for review and discussion of scheduled agenda items.

• Ehlers Public Finance Advisors will serve as the city’s finance director following council approval.

The city’s current finance director, Hannah Lynch, will be resigning effective Jan. 24. Ehlers will start in the role as interim finance director on Jan. 21 to ensure a seamless transition following Lynch’s departure.

• Sergeant Curt Boehme will serve as the interim public safety director after council approved the appointment. Current Public Safety Director John Swenson will retire from the city of Lino Lakes; his last day in office is Jan. 31. Sgt. Boehme joined the Lino Lakes Police Department in 2006 as a patrol officer.

He was promoted to sergeant in 2018 and served as investigations unit supervisor from 2020-2024.

His wage will be $74.33 per hour, which is Step 6 in a 10-step wage scale.

• The council approved the final plat and development agreement for the Slater Addition proposed by Boulder Contracting.

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proposes to subdivide the existing parcel located at 7869 Meadow View Trail into three single-family lots for the purpose of constructing two new single-family homes.

• The council approved a final plat and development agreement for Spargur Estates proposed by Mitch Spargur, of Mespargur Inc. The developer has proposed to divide the current parcel of land, located at 559 Lois Lane, into three single-family lots for the purpose of constructing two new single-family homes.

• The council has authorized city staff to advertise for bids for the Market Place Drive Realignment Project. The city will open bids on Feb.

14 and award the contract on April 14. The estimated total project cost is $1.25 million. Funding for the project is from the land scale proceeds, area and unit fund and municipal state aid street funds.

• The council authorized a contract with WSB and Associates to update the I-35E Corridor Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR). The AUAR is an environmental review document that analyzes potential impacts of development within the proposed study area of 4,660 acres. WSB and Associates has prepared a proposal in the amount of $25,572 to complete the update. Funding for this project is included in the professional services

line item of the economic development, planning and zoning and engineering budgets as well as water, sanitary and surface water management funds.

• The City Council appointed individuals to various organizations for 2025. Council Member Dale Stoesz will serve as acting mayor this year.

• The council held a closed meeting pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §13D.03 to discuss labor negotiations.

The next City Council work session will be at 6 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 27, at City Hall followed by a regular meeting at 6:30 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY DECEMBER 2, 2024 (Abbreviated—full minutes available at www.isd12.org or call 763-792-6010 to request a hard copy) LEGAL NOTICE: School Board, Independent School District 12; 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota; December 2, 2024.

1. Call to Order Chair Knisely called the Regular Meeting of the School Board to order at 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call The following members were present: Knisely, ex-officio Holmberg, Linser, Murphy, Schwinn, Bettinger, Johnson. The following members were absent: None. 4. Approval of the Agenda Motion to approve the agenda by Murphy, seconded by Linser. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Truth in Taxation Public Hearing Minnesota’s Truth in Taxation Law requires school districts, cities, and counties to provide a Truth in Taxation public hearing before adopting a tax levy for the following year. The public was invited to testify during this portion of the meeting. No one came forward to address the Board. No School Board action is required.

6. Public Comment: None. 7. Consent Items 7.1. Approval of Minutes. 7.2.

Approval of Personnel Items. 7.3. Approval of Overnight Field Trip. Motion to approve the Consent Agenda Items as detailed in the enclosures by Johnson, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 8.

Curriculum 8.1. Achievement & Integration Report - The report is included in board packets. No school board action is required. 9. Resource Management 9.1. Approval of 2024 Payable 2025 Levy Certification - Motion to approve the 2024 Payable 2025 Levy Certification by Schwinn, seconded by Schwinn, seconded by Linser. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 9.2. Adoption of Acknowledgement of Contributions Resolution Motion to adopt the Acknowledgement of Contributions Resolution by Johnson, seconded by Murphy. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Knisely, Linser, Murphy, Schwinn, Bettinger, Johnson. Nays: None. Motion carried unanimously. 10. Communication 10.1.

AMSD. 10.2. CAEF. 10.3. NE Metro 916. 10.4. SAFF. 10.5. District Committee Reports. 11. Superintendent Report 12. Informational Items 12.1 Dates to Note 13. Adjourn Motion to adjourn by Bettinger, seconded by Murphy. Vote: 6-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. Adjourn at 7:22 p.m.

Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on January 21, 2025.

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SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY DECEMBER 16, 2024 (Abbreviated—full minutes available at www.isd12.org or call 763-792-6010 to request a hard copy) LEGAL NOTICE: School Board, Independent School District 12; 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota; December 16, 2024.

1. Call to Order Chair Knisely called the Special School Board Meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. Roll Call Clerk Johnson called the roll. The following members were present: Knisely, exofficio Holmberg, Linser, Murphy, Schwinn, Johnson. Member Bettinger was absent. 3. Approval of the Agenda Motion to approve the agenda by Johnson, seconded by Linser. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 4. Adjourn into Closed Session Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05, Subd. 3(a) the board will adjourn into closed session for the purpose of completing the mid-year review and evaluation of the Superintendent’s performance. Motion to adjourn into closed session to complete the mid-year review and evaluation of the Superintendent’s performance by Schwinn, seconded by Murphy. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. The board adjourned at 6:34 p.m. to go

into closed session to complete the mid-year review and evaluation of the Superintendent’s performance. The closed session was called to order at 6:37 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room. The following members were present: Knisely, ex-officio Holmberg, Linser, Murphy, Schwinn, Johnson.

Member Bettinger was absent. Motion to adjourn the closed session by Johnson, seconded by Murphy. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. The closed session adjourned at 7:34 p.m. 5. Reconvene The special meeting of the School Board reconvened at 7:35 p.m. in the District Office Board Room.

Chair Knisely reported that no action was taken during the closed session.

6. Adjourn Motion to adjourn by Schwinn, seconded by Linser. Vote: 5-0-0.

Motion carried unanimously. Adjourn at 7:35 p.m.

Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on January 21, 2025.

CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12

SCHOOL BOARD WORK STUDY SESSION SUMMARY DECEMBER 16, 2024 (Abbreviated—full minutes available at www.isd12.org or call 763-792-6010 to request a hard copy) LEGAL NOTICE: School Board, Independent School District 12; 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota; December 16, 2024.

1. Call to Order Chair Knisely called the Work Study Session to order at 5:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. Roll Call The following members were present: Knisely, ex-officio Holmberg, Linser, Murphy, Schwinn, Johnson. Member Bettinger was absent. 3. Early Childhood Program Review Update Directors Sendle & Zwonitzer, Coordinators Ison & Zamora gave an update on the Early Childhood Program. 4. Discussion – New Policy 810 Naming of Facilities Superintendent Holmberg & Executive Director Chaffey shared a draft of new policy 810 Naming of Facilities. Will be brought back to the January work session for further discussion. 5. Staffing Update Finance/Medical Assistance (MA) Specialist Position description. 6.

Review Board Governance Plan The 3 Year Governance Plan is reviewed and updated annually at the board retreat in August and is reviewed several times during the school year. 7. Adjourn at 6:26 p.m.

Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on January 21, 2025.

CITY OF CIRCLE PINES

ORDINANCE NO. 169 (SECOND SERIES) (ORDINANCE SUMMARY) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CIRCLE PINES CITY CODE REGARDING CANNABIS BUSINESSES ZONING AND REGISTRATION The above-referenced Ordinance amends Circle Pines City Code Chapter 3 section 395 by amending the section in its entirety. The amendments include, but are not limited to, amending the City Code to establish registration, and compliance requirements aligned with state laws on cannabis. The abovereferenced Ordinance also amends Circle Pines City Code Chapter 13 by amending section 1305.01 adding definitions, 1320 in various spots regarding permitted uses, conditional uses, and standards, and 1330.05 prohibited signs.

This summary is adopted pursuant to Minn. Stat. §412.191, Subd. 4.

A printed copy of the entire Ordinance is available for inspection and copying at the Circle Pines City Hall located at 200 Civic Heights Circle, Circle Pines, Minnesota.

Dated: January 15, 2025 Patrick Antonen, City Administrator Published one time in the Quad Community Press on January 21, 2025.

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Isaac Nguyen won the 200 and 500 against Osseo.

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Caleb Cregan churned to first place in the butterfly against Osseo.

Cougar swimmers compete in state true-team Centennial defeated Osseo 103-69 on Thursday evening, improving to 3-0. Then they participated in the state true team meet, for the first time, Saturday.

Event winners against Osseo were Isaac Nguyen in the 200 free (1:57.66) and 500 free (5:29.04), Benno Schuhbauer in the medley (2:05.28) and breaststroke (1:04.80), Blake Thorson in diving (162.6), Caleb Cregan in butterfly (58.75), and Grant Page in backstroke (1:00.88).

The Cougars swam at the true team meet at the University of Minnesota, having qualified

with second place in their section. Missing five athletes due to illness, the Cougar finished 12th of 12 teams, which they anticipated, Coach Pete Crawford said.

“The boys sure got to see some fast swimming at this point in the season,” the Coach said. “All in all, it was really a good experience for the boys swimming with the best teams in the state.” Schuhbauer swam season bests in placing 18th in the individual medley and 22nd in backstroke.

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The Centennial/Spring Lake Park (CSLP) girls won a NWSC meet Thursday, marking the second time in three meets they have beaten defending champion Blaine, at Trollhaugen. “Exciting news from the Alpine program,” Coach Derrick Taylor said about the firstplace finish. He added, “Temperatures hovered around freezing with little to no wind, making for an idyllic night to cheer on our racers.” CSLP has a onepoint lead with two meets to go. Hailey Peterson placed fourth and Gwen Halverson sixth to lead CSLP. Hadley Goochey was 13th, Anna Crandall 17th, Sofia Anderson 23rd, Ella Nelson 24th and Vivian Struve 32nd. The CSLP boys placed fifth. Caleb Nelson placed 10th, Devon Cunningham 22nd and Ryder Quinn 29th.

WRESTLING Wrestling three straight days, the Centennial Cougars won six of seven matches last week. They beat Andover 35-28 and Park Center 44-20 at Andover on Thursday, Mankato West 70-10 and Totino-Grace

44-22 on Friday at home, andHopkins 54-10 and Minneapolis Roosevelt 59-11 at the Bloomington Kennedy tournament Saturday, where they lost to No. 10 ranked Hastings 36-30 and finished third. The wins over Andover, Park Center and Totino-Grace raised their conference record to 5-1. The Cougars are 11-5 overall.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Centennial got 27 points from Autumn McCall and defeated Park Center 71-53 there Monday evening.

Sydney Schmitz added 14 points and Kaylin Green 11 for the Cougars (9-6). Lyric Singleton tallied 27 points for Park Center (2-11). The Cougars lost to Rogers 69-66 on Wednesday. Alexa Juntunen scored 21 for Rogers (7-8). McCall sank 22 points, Sydney Sears 11, Kate Lee 10, and Sydney Schmitz and Clare Pullman eight each.

BOYS BASKETBALL Centennial lost to Park Center 54-48 at home Monday evening and to Rogers 71-51 on Wednesday, each time missing scoring

leader Jackson Driessen due to an injury. The Cougars beat Assumption 76-49 on Saturday. Tristan Hanson sank 24 points against Park Center. Marshawn Carlvin had 12 points and Hanson 10 against Rogers. Dylan Bachmeier scored 21 for Rogers.

GYMNASTICS Anoka beat Centennial 138.00 to 125.40 on Thursday evening. Michaela Osland of Centennial was first allaround with 36.125 while placing second in all four events.

BOYS HOCKEY Centennial is 4-2 after losing to Stillwater 7-3 last week on Tuesday and Elk River/Zimmerman 3-2 on Saturday. The Cougars had a 2-0 lead early against the Elks on goals

by Cooper Daikawa and Kaden Johnson. The Elks (6-9-2) won with two thirdperiod goals. Cougar goalie Quinton Gould made 25 saves.

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