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Centennial Fire District considers options for future BY SHANNON GRANHOLM LEAD EDITOR
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Outdoor time–honored tradition Webelos from Pack 432 and Scouts from Troop 136 recently joined other Twin Cities area Scouts for an outdoor time-honored tradition. The winter relay race, called the Klondike Derby, is modeled after the Klondike Gold Rush and has been part of Scouting since 1949. See more photos on page 12.
Changes may be in store for the Centennial Fire District. Last spring, the Centennial Fire District (CFD) Steering Committee authorized Fitch & Associates to complete an operations study to evaluate options for organizational structure and how to provide the best coverage for the best price. The study was necessary to plan for the future of the district after both Assistant Chief David Bruder and Chief Harlan Lundstrom retired. Fitch & Associates, a consulting company that specializes in emergency services and serves clients around the world, began the study in August. A firm representative presented the company’s findings and recommendations to the committee at a special meeting held Feb. 11. Bruce Moeller, a senior consultant with Fitch & Associates, said that CFD has a unique situation in that the municipalities of Circle Pines and Centerville are 7.4 miles apart. “In between the two stations is a large area that you don’t protect. You have got a big donut hole, and that’s a challenge for you.” When CFD was established in 1985, it served and was funded by the three cities of Lino Lakes, Circle Pines and Centerville. In 2014, the city of Lino Lakes decided to leave the district and form its own public safety department. SEE FIRE DISTRICT, PAGE 6
Centennial steps up mental health resources amid pandemic Although mental health has long been a focus at Centennial Schools, the district has ramped up its resources available to students and their families during the pandemic. Navigating distance learning has been a challenge, and even students who have been consistent academic achievers are struggling. “Mental health is so vital. We have posters up that say, ‘I
care more about how you are doing than your grades.’ We try to let kids know that. It's really hard, because parents are so invested in their kids’ grades, but we see the other side of it when kids are struggling,” said Heather Trettel, a counselor at Centennial High School. Counselors and teachers can usually detect when a student just doesn’t seem quite like themselves when they are in person, but distance learning has made that more difficult.
“We are blind more than we have ever been.” Heather Trettel Counselor at Centennial High School “We are blind more than we have ever been,” Trettel explained. “I think the fact that we can't see kids every day and discern their mental health
has been really hard, so we just implore families to do lots of check-ins with their kids.” One of the newest resources the district has launched is the “resource locker” on the district’s website. The locker includes a variety of resources for mental health and well-being, medical and health care, learning and enrichment from home, technology, equity and more. At the middle school, counselor Mary Macken
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explained that the school uses a “team” approach. On a weekly — sometimes bi-weekly — basis, a group of teachers and staff meet to discuss any concerns. “It really allows us to get a picture of the whole child,” Macken said. At the high school level, students were surveyed about their needs and struggles. Trettel said the overarching theme was that students were nervous about their grades and the future. District staff
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• Mayor Dave Bartholomay announced that he will once again participate in the annual Legislative Breakfast hosted by Centennial Schools. The mostly virtual event will be at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17. • The Centennial Lakes Police Department (CLPD) Governing Board has authorized improvements to enhance security in and around the police station after a man shot at a squad car parked in the employee parking lot last month. The upgrades include: and two new security cameras to provide coverage all around the building (approximately $5,500); and improved outdoor lighting (LED) (approximately $7,350). CLPD Chief Jim Mork told the Quad Community Press the security upgrades will be installed within the next couple of months. • Mayor Dave Bartholomay reported that the city’s utility and the Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) have reached a costshare agreement to clean out the stormwater retention pond near the Village Plaza Apartments. The project is estimated to cost $123,904; the city’s utility fund will shoulder $95,137 of the cost and RCWD will pick up the remaining portion. City Administrator Patrick Antonen told the council the project will remove about 2,200 cubic yards of sediment from the pond. • Council Member Dean Goldberg reported that the Anoka County Fire Protection Council will vote on the 2022 budget on April 22. Revenues are expected to increase by 3.2% and expenditures by 3.3%. • A feasibility study for the proposed 2022 street improvement project is now underway. See the full story on page 5. Shannon Granholm
• Paula Andrzejewski will no longer serve on the Environmental Board. She was recently recognized for her nine years of service on the board. “She is my right-hand woman. She has a lot of experience, and we will miss her,” said Environmental Board Chair John Sullivan at the City Council’s Feb. 8 meeting. • The city will reimburse the Charter Commission for up to $6,462 in expenses for 2021 after legislation (Minnesota Statute § 410.06) was amended in August 2020. Under the new law, the Charter Commission’s reimbursable expense limit is a sliding schedule calculated as 0.07% of the city’s current certified general property tax levy. The commission’s minimum expense limit is $1,500 and the maximum is set at $20,000. Prior to the law change, the commission’s expense limit was set at a flat $1,500. Based on a 2021 general operating levy of approximately $9.23 million, the city will be required to reimburse the Charter Commission for up to $6,462 in expenses this year. The council approved the request Feb. 8. • The fire department has a new paid-on-call firefighter at Station 1 as of Feb. 14. Brett McReavy has five years of experience with the St. Anthony Fire Department and is an EMT. McReavy’s starting hourly rate of pay is $13.50/hour. Currently there are eight firefighters at Station
1 and 12 firefighters at Station 2; a total of 20 firefighters per station is considered fully staffed. • Police and firefighters will now have more resources available to them when it comes to mental health. The council entered into a contract with LE-AST Counseling Services, which specializes in first responder support services. Public Safety Director John Swenson explained that the firm has worked with numerous police and fire agencies in the metro and is highly recommended by those agencies. As part of the 2021 budgeting process, city staff requested funding for first responder wellness programming that provides annual mental health check-ins, training and other resources to police and fire responders needed for a successful career. The 2021 budget allocates $10,000 between the police and fire budgets for the program. Under the contract, the city will pay LE-AST Counseling Services $125 per hour for annual mental health check check-ins, $130 per hour for individual counseling services, and $150 per hour for mental health training. There is a $10,000 not-to-exceed clause in the contract. • By the end of October, residents will see several improved roadways. The City Council accepted bids from seven contractors and awarded a contract in the amount of $2.18 million to T.A. Schifsky & Sons Inc. for the 2021 street
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Lino Lakes resident Paula Andrzejewski is recognized for nine years of service on the city’s Environmental Board. She is pictured with Mayor Rob Rafferty.
improvement projects. Full depth reclamation, spot subgrade repairs and culvert replacements will take place on: Fourth Avenue (between Main Street and Pines Street); Joyer Lane (between Birch Street and Karth Road); Karth Road (between Joyer Lane and the cul-desac); Talle Lane (between Karth Road and Canfield Road); Canfield Road (between Talle Lane and Gaage Lane); and Gaage Lane (between Canfield Road and Birch Street). Full-depth pavement reclamation and spot repairs of curb and gutter and storm sewer will take place on: Forsham Lake Drive (between Lake Drive and Stagecoach Trail); Stagecoach Trail
(from the cul-de-sac to approximately 1,400 feet north); and Post Road. The project will also include watermain repairs on Forsham Lake Drive, Stagecoach Trail and Post Road. Both bid alternates (bituminous overlays) will be constructed on Oak Lane, Knoll Drive and James Street. WSB will complete construction services for the project for a total amount of $111,188, which is 5.1% of the construction cost. The next City Council meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 22 at City Hall. There will also be a work session immediately beforehand at 6 p.m. Shannon Granholm
POLICE REPORTSS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers took a delayed suspicious activity report in the 7500 block of Fourth Avenue Feb. 2. Extra patrol was provided.
• An officer responded to a theft report in the 8000 block of Orange Street Feb. 3. There is no suspect information at this time. • An officer responded to a report of theft from motor vehicle in the 8100
block of Diane Street Feb. 4. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer was dispatched a hit-andrun property damage crash report in the 6300 block of Otter Lake Road Feb. 4. During the
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investigation, the officer learned an unknown vehicle struck the complainant's mailbox and left the scene. • An officer received a call of an injured dog in the 1000 block of Pheasant Run South Feb. 5. The officer determined it was an injured coyote. The officer dispatched the coyote. • Three separate reports of identity theft were reported from residents on three different streets Feb. 5. All of the cases are under investigation. • An officer was dispatched to a report of a possible injured swan in the 6600 block of Pelican Drive Feb. 5. Officers were unable to locate the swan. • Officers were dispatched to a neighborhood dispute in the 8000 block of Lake Drive Feb. 5. The investigation is ongoing. • Officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious vehicle at a local business in the 2300 block of Main Street Feb. 7. The two occupants were subsequently arrested on several charges pertaining to stolen property. • Officers assisted U.S. Marshals with an armed
kidnapping suspect in another jurisdiction Feb. 8. The male suspect was apprehended without incident. The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • An officer responded to property damage in the 9000 block of North Highway Drive in Lexington Feb. 3. • Police responded to an identity theft report in the 1800 block of Prairie Drive in Centerville Feb. 3. The caller advised that an unknown person used his name and information for fraudulent purposes. • Officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Nottingham Drive in Circle Pines Feb. 3 on a threat report. • Officers received a harassment report in the 1 block of Hillcrest Lane in Circle Pines Feb. 3. • Officers conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of Naples Street and Flowerfield Road in Lexington Feb. 3. The driver was subsequently arrested for driving with a revoked license. • An officer conducted a traffic stop near
the intersection of North Road and Park Drive West in Circle Pines Feb. 4. A driver and passenger were subsequently arrested. • Suspicious activity was reported in the 0 block of Golden Lake Drive in Circle Pines Feb. 4. • Officers were dispatched to a theft report in the 1900 block of Robin Lane South in Centerville Feb. 5. Information was collected. • Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of 73rd Street and 20th Avenue in Centerville Feb. 6. The drive was subsequently issued several citations, including driving after revocation, no proof of insurance and failure to display plates. • Officers were dispatched to the 9100 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington Feb. 7 on a report of theft from motor vehicle. • Police conducted a traffic stop in the 1900 block of Robin Lane South in Centerville Feb. 9. The driver was issued a citation for driving with a suspended license and expired motor vehicle registration.
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are now doing virtual 10-15-minute presentations to hopefully help alleviate some of those stressors. The high school also established a peer tutoring program where students can connect with their peers while getting help with a subject they may be struggling with. Both Trettel and Macken are grateful for Wednesdays, as those days have become vital for outreach. “Wednesdays in the counseling field is a very busy day, because that's a day we can access kids without taking them from class,” Macken said. Trettel added, “I would bet our teachers are busier on Wednesdays than ever. It's totally about making that connection with kids.” The counselors not only try to reach out to the students who are struggling, but also the ones who are doing well to learn what is working for them. Staff members are then in a position to share suggestions with other students who may benefit from those ideas. The district activated its Crisis Response Team in December after losing a student to suicide. The team had to quickly decide how to share the loss with the student community, what to say and
RESOURCES Centennial School District’s Resource Locker isd12.org/parents/resource-locker
Lee Carlson Center (Anoka County) – 763-780-3036; leecarlsoncenter.org
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Bridging Hope Counseling (Circle Pines) – 763-291-5505; bridginghopecounseling.com
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Therapy clinics near Circle Pines:
Rum River Counseling (several locations) – 763-482-9598; rumrivercounseling.com
Nystrom and Associates (several locations) – 763-767-3350; ystromcounseling.com
Canvas Health (several locations) – 651-777-5222; canvashealth.org
Prevail Counseling Group (Ramsey) – 763-427-2590; prevailcounselinggroup.com CenterLife Counseling (two locations) – 651-288-0332 (Centerville) or 651-289-3111 (White Bear Lake) centerlifecounseling.com
Northeast Youth & Family Services (two locations) – 651-486-3808 (Shoreview) or 651-429-8544 (White Bear Area); nyfs.org/services/mental-health
Family Innovations (several locations) – 651-407-3631 (Centerville), 763-427-5535 (Anoka), 651-748-5019 (Maplewood); familyinnovations.com what resources to provide students and staff impacted by the tragedy. The pandemic itself has been a learning opportunity for students and their families. Students have learned to be more independent, resilient and flexible. “Obviously, there are stressful moments, but I think there have been winks of time where families have said, ‘We have really come together as a
North Suburban Counseling Center (Coon Rapids) – 763-784-3008; northsuburbancounselingcenter.com. Watershed Psychological Services (Blaine) – 763-703-3754; watershedpsych.com
family again’ — that resiliency piece and just solidifying that family structure,” Macken said. If there is one takeaway, Macken and Trettel want families and students to know that they care. “Teachers are here because they love kids. We were all in this because we care … To know that there are kids out there that are suffering, feeling isolated, sad,
scared and worried, we just want to take it away,” Trettel said. “I really feel like we are doing the best we can to reach out and to be positive and hopeful, because it's going to be better.” Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.
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t sounds like you put your head in a garbage can and fired a .22. Our newspaper delivery driver nearly jumped through the roof of our van when he started it because it was so loud, as the catalytic converter had been stolen. The thieves came at night with cordless Sawzall’s and were able to remove the converter in about a minute. Since our Chevy Express already has a pretty high clearance they didn’t need to jack it up and just slid under it. These guys may have gotten $30 or $40 for the converter because of the precious metal in them; yet it could cost us $500-$1,000 to replace. We couldn’t justify the expense, especially with the likelihood it would happen again. For around $50-$1,000 the mechanic just patched the pipe. If you read our police reports each week, you know the theft of catalytic converters has been a Publisher’s problem. I know law enforcement state-wide is frustrated. They can View stop people with converters in Carter Johnson the back seat but really can’t do anything unless they can connect it back to the automobile it came from. The criminal activity won’t stop until they put restrictions on the re-sale of catalytic converters, or better yet, have the ability to go after those who are in possession or trying to resell them.
Vaccine rollout My in-laws are in their 70s and are now receiving their second COVID-19 vaccination shots. It wasn’t an easy process for any of them to get an appointment, but it’s great to see the vaccines being distributed. We’re so thankful that our teachers, essential workers, public safety workers, nurses and seniors who have or are scheduled to receive the shots. In April, 2020, we had a front page story about a White Bear Lake resident who had one of the first cases in the state of Minnesota. In a recent call, Greg Bartz said he’s doing well. Most of the people we know who tested positive for COVID-19 or the antibodies came out of it with no to few lingering symptoms or issues. Of course, many in our senior living community weren’t so fortunate. I pray the vaccines can stay ahead of the new variants and that the infection rates and deaths continue to decline. I’m thankful that our governor who is finally talking like he is going to open up the state. It’s encouraging, as we need to fully open up. School and sports Thank you to the teachers and staff at our schools who are working to keep the classroom lessons alive. There are plenty of opinions of what should be happening in the schools and teachers have been put at the center of it. Teachers and kids need and want to get back in the classroom. It is my observation that teachers are doing the best they can to stay positive and educate students through the challenges of distance learning and hybrid learning. My kids, one in middle school and one in high school, may not be getting the same education they were a year ago, but they are still learning. They have certainly learned how to be more resilient. That said, we would like to see them get back in the classroom as soon as possible. In the meantime, we as parents need to hold them accountable for the work assigned - they can’t be attending class from their bed. We need to set an example by being positive in our conversations about school to help keep them positive and on track. Complaining parents don’t help their kids stay positive about school. We’re also thankful that youth sports and high school sports have been able to go on. It’s great to witness some live basketball games and ski races as parent spectators. It seems these events have been relatively low-risk, and athletes are benefitting mentally, physically and emotionally by being able to play. Carter Johnson is publisher of Press Publications.
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Anoka County sees investment throughout 2020
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espite the pandemic, Anoka County communities have seen strong investment since the end of 2019 throughout 2020. Existing employers were able to expand and remain in the county. These expansions include: • The 250,000-square foot new DeltaModTech building in Ramsey. • A 36,000-squarefoot Midwest Diesel expansion in Blaine. • A 75,000-squarefoot Anderson Dahlen expansion Movers & in Ramsey. • A more than Shakers 50,000-square-foot for NACS Jacquel Hajder facility in Ham Lake. • An A&C Metals expansion in Blaine. • The 20,000-square-foot new facility for M&G trailer in Ramsey. The county was also able to
recruit new employers and retail tenants including multiple coffee shops, childcare facilities, health and medical office users, pet care facilities, self-storage, new restaurants and manufacturing. In addition to industrial and commercial growth, Anoka County has seen an increase in construction of multifamily, senior housing and single-family developments. Columbia Heights partnered with Alatus to redevelop an old office complex into a sixstory mixed-use building with a new City Hall office building and apartments above. Fridley has continued its buildout of apartments near the Northstar transit line, townhomes next to the new Civic Campus, redevelopment of its former City Hall site into a senior housing project, and redevelopment of the former Holly Shopping Center. Anoka and Ramsey have both seen the construction of four senior
housing projects between the two communities. In addition, Anoka is working on townhome development near the Northstar transit station. Down the road, Coon Rapids has a 168-unit multifamily project near the corridor of U.S. Highways 610 and 10. Blaine and Lexington have seen numerous multifamily projects constructed, with just under 1,000 units built in the last two years. In the communities of Blaine, Lino Lakes, Columbus, East Bethel, Ham Lake, Andover, Ramsey and Nowthen, the issuance of singlefamily housing permits is at an alltime high due to increased demand. As the metro region experiences layoffs and business closures, new investment becomes even more critical to ensure the regional economy can stay strong. Jacquel Hajder is the economic development specialist for Anoka County.
Books to celebrate Black History Month BY EVANN ZUCKERMAN AND MATT YOUNGBAUER ANOKA COUNTY LIBRARY
In the grand scheme of our nation’s history, Black History Month is a relatively new celebration. Started originally as a weeklong observance by Black historian and Harvard graduate Carter G. Woodson in 1926, it was not until 50 years later that the month began to be regularly celebrated across the nation, per presidential order. This Black History Month, we admire the resiliency of Black America’s past, the depth of its present, and the beauty of its future. Celebrate Black History Month with Anoka County Library with books for all ages written by Black writers writing about Black people, Black culture, and Black history. If you’re looking for more suggestions, call a librarian or use our Librarian Recommends form at anokacountylibrary.org for personalized recommendations.
Kids “I am Every Good Thing” by Derrick Barnes celebrates the multifaceted beauty of Blackness through a series of dynamic metaphors ranging from gravity and telescopes to “Saturday mornings in the summertime.” These comparisons encompass all of the things a Black boy is — a “force of nature,” “a blessing,” “a superhero” — reaching a crescendo in a declaration of worthiness that is incredibly impactful, moving, and inspiring. With its bold colors and rhyming prose, the “ABC’s of Black History” by Rio Cortez and Lauren Summer is a strong introduction to Black History. Culture, history,
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heroes, music, and more are all represented, as well as several letters celebrating the reader (B is for Beautiful). While some of its vocabulary and references may be beyond younger readers, it’s an excellent way to open intergenerational conversations with family and friends. “I’m sitting in the Principal’s office. Again.” With this opening, B.B. Alston introduces us to the heroine of “Amari and the Night Brothers,” Amari Peters, a fierce, young 13-year-old girl who is constantly bullied by spoiled kids at her school. Quinton, the brother she worshipped, has gone missing and now Amari has lost her scholarship. But things are about to change, for this is also the day she discovers that magic, real magic, exists in the world. Amari has been nominated to the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs, and while that sounds like a dream come true, Amari’s struggles are just beginning. From fighting an evil magician trying to take over the world, overly competitive classmates, and her own self-doubts, Amari must learn to tap her own Black Girl Magic if she ever is to find out what happened to Quinton. SEE BLACK HISTORY MONTH, PAGE 7
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Council expresses concern with simultaneous projects BY SHANNON GRANHOLM LEAD EDITOR
CIRCLE PINES — The final street project in a series of eight dating back to 2008 is slated for 2022 in the northwest corner of the city. The project, which involves full reconstruction of approximately 1.1 miles of city streets, is proposed to include: Twinkle Terrace (between Stardust Boulevard and Twilite Terrace); Stardust Boulevard (between Galaxy Drive and Twinkle
Terrace); Twilite Terrace (between Galaxy Drive and North Road); and Galaxy Drive (Stardust Boulevard and North Road). “This is the last of the street projects. We did one in 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020 and now 2022,” Mayor Dave Bartholomay explained at the Feb. 9 council meeting. The 2022 project will reconstruct roadways to be 32 feet wide with new curb and gutter; reconstruct sanitary sewer and watermain within the right of way; improve stormwater facilities; and
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address pedestrian needs or aesthetic improvements. City Engineer Eric Eckman, of WSB, said the project will also include the removal of diseased trees or those causing driver sight-line problems. Council Member Jennifer Rauner wanted to know how the proposed 2022 project compared in size to other past projects. Eckman explained that it was very similar in scope to the 2020 project, in which 1.3 miles of roads in the city were fully reconstructed, but also included a partial reconstruction project as well. The Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) is planning a major repair to Anoka County Ditch 53-62. The project will include removing sediment, reshaping some of the ditch’s steep banks, removing trees where necessary and establishing vegetation. Council Member Dean Goldberg said, “I’m really
worried about doing the ditch and the roads at the same time. That’s really ugly. There is no great solution … If we did different roads in 2022, they would still have two summers of misery versus one big summer of misery.” Antonen said the ditch project was originally scheduled for 2021 but the city requested the project be postponed one year to coincide with the city’s street project. “We felt having back-to-back years of having your yard dug up was going to be worse than having it done in one year,” he explained. Council Member Matt Percy compared it to ripping off a Band-Aid. He encouraged the council to do all it can to have open lines of communication with the impacted residents, both when it comes to the city’s street project and RCWD’s ditch project. The council authorized WSB to complete a feasibility study for the project. The study cost will not exceed $125,912.
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Eckman said a public information meeting will be held for impacted residents in June or July, with a public hearing to follow in August. A contract will be awarded in January 2022.
Construction likely will begin in June 2022. Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.
CALENDAR BRIEF Game must go on The fifth annual Guns-N-Hoses Charity Classic must go on despite the pandemic. The game will be at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27. Due to COVID-19 the game will not be open to the public. However, hockey fans will be able to watch the game streamed live online on North Metro TV. All of the proceeds will be given to Backing the Blue Line, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the spouses of law enforcement personnel. To support the cause, community members can purchase raffle tickets or merchandise or make donations. For more information, visit gunsnhoses-100501-107060.square.site.
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Journey program has room for growth
The article in the Feb. 2 issue of the Quad Community Press, “Journey students continue to overcome obstacles amid pandemic” was misleading. It was quoted that the program is “tailored to each student’s specific needs.” We have had several issues with this program that stems back to even before we graduated from Centennial High School. The first being that no representative came to our student’s last high school Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting for any sort of transition, to getting an email to all new parents/ students inviting us to a meeting that was scheduled a few hours later, to having schedule changes without notice. While this program may fit well for some young adults, it is our opinion that it is not a good fit for young adults that are at the lower functioning level. We have had to fight for an appropriate education for our student every step of the way. A new curriculum had to be created as there was none that was appropriate for our student. There was pushback to this decision from the program.
The article makes the Journey Program sound as if there is no room for growth, and that even during this pandemic things were going well. Things, however, are not as rosy as this article has led you to believe. Carla Ratgen Lino Lakes
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As a part of its study, Fitch & Associates had conversations and explored the idea of forming possible partnerships with regional partners. These included the Lino Lakes, Lexington, Hugo and Spring Lake Park Blaine Mounds View (SBM) fire departments. The regional partnerships, Moeller explained, could not only provide cost savings, efficiencies and training opportunities, but could improve response times. CFD’s response time is between 13 and 14 minutes, when the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) recommendation is closer to 10 minutes. Partnerships could include contracting space at a neighboring station, contracting out administrative duties, sharing a chief with a neighboring department, entering into a shared-cost model with another department, and more. The study also recommended CFD consider eliminating its EMS training program and reducing the number of full-time employees. Centerville Mayor D Love said, “I don’t personally feel that it would make a lot of sense for us to hand over the administrative duties to another (fire) department. If we don’t have our own fire chief, it is hard for me to understand how we are a department. We can own our equipment and we can own our building, but if you don’t have that leader, you don’t have an organization.” Love added that he was open to exploring partnerships with other departments, reducing the number of full-time positions and eliminating the EMS training program. “If Lino wants to get back together, I’m all in. I think it makes perfect sense … it made sense before,” he said. Circle Pines City Council Member Dean Goldberg said he agreed with Love. “Joining Lino Lakes makes a lot of sense, but I also think they
might not be ready to move in that direction. If we decided to partner with Lino Lakes Station 2 (on Birch Street and Centerville Road), it might be a way to start to play together in a smaller sandbox and start to move in that direction,” he said. “What is important to me is that we maintain our CFD, that we maintain a level of autonomy.” Circle Pines City Council Member Matt Percy said he also agreed it made sense to look into options with Lino Lakes. “I think that working with Lino Lakes is something that we should definitely explore. I always regretted the fact that Lino Lakes left the district in the first place. Looking at geography of how everything is set up, it makes sense to try to partner between the three cities as much as we possibly can,” he said. “Obviously, we are not talking about bringing Lino Lakes back into the district at this point, but if we could do something to establish those lines of communication to show that we can work together in some limited way, maybe that leads to something greater in the future.” Ultimately, the steering committee authorized city administrators and current CFD co-chiefs Jerry Streich and Kathy Peil to begin having discussions with neighboring departments and begin the request for proposal process. Steering Committee Chair and Centerville City Council Member Russ Koski explained that even though the public wasn’t able to comment on the options at the special meeting, they would have an opportunity to comment at some point in the process. He advised area citizens to “stay tuned.” Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.
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Young Adult Featuring talented contemporary authors like Nic Stone and Renee Watson and edited by Ibi Zoboi, “Black Enough: Stories of Being Young & Black in America” is a collection of short stories that wrestles with the larger questions of race, identity, and growing up from almost 20 different authors’ perspectives. Zoboi carefully curated a diverse range of voices for this collection, featuring both award winners and emerging black authors. Besides each story being unique and well-written, this collection presents the mosaic of identities encompassed within “Black” and experiences of Black youth by writing about gender, sexuality, class, and religion. “Punching the Air” is co-authored by Dr. Yusef Salaam, one of the Exonerated 5, and National Book Award finalist Ibi Zoboi. This novel in verse tells the story of a boy wrongfully accused and incarcerated. The narrator, Amal Shahid, is a talented, young Black artist whose life is changed forever by one terrible night in a gentrifying neighborhood. Salaam and Zoboi beautifully piece together the story of one boy holding on to his humanity as he is daily degraded by an unbalanced justice system. Including poetry written
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painfully visceral. Using sound, pop culture, and honest language they explore the necessity of friendship, build a robust monument to vulnerability, and celebrate the ridiculousness, the power, of love. Celebrate Black History Month and a local author at the same time by picking up “Homie” and immerse yourself in Smith’s exuberant poetry. In “The Vanishing Half” by Britt Bennett, the Vignes sisters are identical twins who make a fateful decision that pushes them apart and will shape their lives forever. Born light skinned, one sister lives in their hometown and raises
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Local couple rebrands boat rental business on Bald Eagle Lake After 20 years, a boat rental business is under new ownership. White Bear Township couple Ben and Katy Robinson closed on the sale of Bald Eagle Boat Rental from previous owner Marty Weber earlier this year. The seasonal boat rental business, located at 4444 129th St. in Hugo, has been located on the property for decades but has had a few different owners. Weber put the business up for sale after 20 years of operation. Before Weber, the business was known as Bobber’s for 10 years and, before that, the Lakeview Inn for several years. “After my 20 years of operation, it is my turn to push this business forward to a younger generation,” Weber wrote in a recent post on social media. Weber unexpectedly passed away Jan. 29 at the age of 63. (See his obituary on online at presspubs.com.) The Robinsons said Weber had been very involved with the transition and planned to be around this summer to help. “He was out here weekly, almost daily,” Katy said. The Robinsons were granted a conditional use permit (CUP) from the city of Hugo to continue operating the business last summer. Per the CUP, the business is only allowed to operate between April and October. Katy is a property manager and Ben, a 1992 White Bear Lake High School grad, is a crane operator for Vic’s Crane. Ben plans to keep his job, and Katy will step back from property management to run the new business. Their blended family of three teenagers will also be involved in the business. Last May, the Robinsons rented a pontoon to go fishing. While they were out on the lake, Katy asked Ben, “Wouldn’t this be fun
to just let this be your life, renting pontoons all summer?” When they returned the pontoon, they spoke to Weber, who mentioned he was selling the business. Katy’s mind started turning. “I called a bank and we just kind of started looking into if it was possible. The doors kept opening … things just kept falling into place. All of a sudden, it was like ‘Ha, we are doing it!’” Customers will notice a lot of changes with the new ownership. Perhaps the first is the name change — Pontoons on Bald Eagle. The Robinsons discussed several names, but decided that was the best fit. Katy said, “We wanted a new name so everybody knows we are under new ownership.” Ben added, “There is no guessing about what we are or where we are; it explains exactly what it is.” Customers will be able to rent five new Bennington pontoons, which are currently being custom made. In addition to pontoon rentals, the business will offer kayaks, paddleboards and canoes. Katy said she is looking forward to meeting new people and becoming a part of the Bald Eagle Lake community. She said they have already been in contact with the lake association, and plan to help out with the upcoming lake cleanup after ice houses are removed. Pontoons on Bald Eagle will likely open its doors on May 14 for the fishing opener, but that may move up to May 1 depending on the ice-out date. Ben said, “We just want everyone to experience Bald Eagle Lake and have a good time.” To learn more about the business, visit PontoonsonBaldEagle.com.
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Lino Lakes athlete Greta Myers, 16, entered four events at the U.S. Junior Long Track Championships in Milwaukee. And she won all four of them. The amazing grand slam by the Gentry Academy sophomore, against speed skaters up to age 19, was achieved after months of intensive training while overcoming adversities caused by COVID-19 restrictions. “After all of the extreme workouts I pushed through under Andrey's training program, they proved to pay off on race day,” said Myers, referring to her coach, Andrey Zhuikov. Myers, youngest member of Team USA, won the 500 meter race in 40.52 seconds, the 1500 meter race in 2:06.24, and the 1,000 meter race in 1:21.43, all personal bests, at the Pettit Center. She closed with an exciting 3,000 meter victory in 4.28.98, just a second ahead of Abigail Sorenson of Salt Lake City. That was her only non-PR, as she’s had a 4:27.10 in that event. Myers earned the titles of Junior National Champion and Junior World Qualifier. Unfortunately, due to the global pandemic, the 2021 ISU Junior World Championships, slated for Feb. 19-21 in Japan, were canceled. “Although disappointed,” she reflected, “I am working harder than ever, and taking advantage of the extra time to train and get better.” During a strong showing at Junior Worlds last year, Myers said she got a firsthand view of her top age-group rivals within this Olympic Cycle (excluding the Senior World skaters). “Seeing this really prompted me to turn to a whole new level of training. I wanted to win,” Myers said. Myers stepped up her training from two hours a day, previously, to split workout sessions lasting 3 1/2 to four hours a day — “doubling the intensity,” she said — with two days off per week for recovery. COVID-19 restrictions made ice time elusive during the summer and delayed the
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opening of the John Rose Oval in Roseville. “I had to turn to traveling in order to skate,” said Myers, who made three trips to Milwaukee and one to Salt Lake City. “It gave me just enough time to tweak my form and prepare (for nationals).” Upon her return from Salt Lake, the Roseville Oval had finally had ice, allowing her consistent training before the big races. But there was another problem at the time: Zhuikov was in lockdown in Russia, and the only means of communicating workouts was through texts. “This was tough, but he was able to return to the country just in time for Junior Nationals,” Myers said. Having Zhuikov with her again, through nationals, “played a huge role” in her success there. Myers, daughter of Joe and Sheila Myers, has attended Mounds Park Academy in St. Paul, Hand in Hand Montessori in Roseville, Concordia Academy in Roseville, and Gentry School in Vadnais Heights. She was a hockey player before a speed skating coach with Midway Speed Skating Club in Roseville spotted her. Currently an independent racer, unaffiliated with any clubs, she’s now gearing for US Longtrack Championships in Salt Lake City in the first week of March. “I am keeping my eyes fixed on the end goal, hopefully qualifying for Beijing 2022.”
Centennial won three of four matches last week, improving to 10-5. On Tuesday, the Cougars beat White Bear Lake 46-30 and Edina 52-18. On Friday, the Cougars were no match for Osseo, losing 59-15, but defeated Rush City/Braham 59-15. The program appears back on the upswing after three straight losing seasons. “We have been improving from day one. We have a good thing going,” said Chase Steffen, the new head coach. “The kids are really having fun. That’s the most important thing.” Against Rush City, the Cougars had quick pins by Luke Timko (1:05) at 113, Owen Hackett (13 seconds) at 182 and Oskar Welsch (13 seconds) at 220. Cameron Bettinger had a pin in 5:37 at 195. Winning by decision were Malachi Thoennes (11-6) at 138, Sam Pietrazewski (9-3) at 152, and Marcus Whiting (13-7) at 170. Against Osseo, the points came from Timko (pin in 2:57), Welsch (pin in 2:39) and Hylton (14-7 decision).
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The Centennial gymnasts defeated Andover 136.075 to 84.875 on Monday, Feb. 8 as Audrey Noha won all four events. Noha took bars (8.575), vault (9.05), beam (8.90) and floor (9.075), for a total of 35.60. Jenna Simso was next with 33.25, followed by Amelia Gannon with 32.75, Ali Border 32.675, and Sydney Nelson 32.125.
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Jonah Hylton, Centennial senior wrestler, has a 14-1 record with nine pins at 152 and 160 pounds. Hylton went 4-0 last week and reached the 80 mark in career wins. He placed third in the section at 152 last year, and qualified for state in 10th grade as a section runner-up. “We preach being aggressive, moving forward and never quitting. Jonah embodies this fully,” coach Chase Steffen said. “He may be one of the strongest wrestlers in the state at his weight. He is so physical on the mat, and is constantly moving. He makes it really tough for any opponent to get anything going.” Hylton was also a linebacker on the football team.
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Basketball: Cougars lose to Cards, Rebs Centennial lost twice last week, to the top-ranked Champlin Park Rebels 80-34 on Tuesday and to the Coon Rapids Cardinals 82-68 on Thursday. Champlin Park (90) was led by Joshua Strong with 23 points and Francis Nwaokorie with 19. Mason Lindsay scored 11 for Centennial. Coon Rapids (3-6) had Jordan Doe with 21 points, and MJ Galimah and Matthew Ellingson with 19 each. For Centennial (1-8), Reese Neudahl netted 19 points, Zach Frank 13 and Luke Clark 12.
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The Centennial Cougars (5-2-1) romped 19-0 over the Coon Rapids Cardinals (0-10) on Saturday evening at home. Brody Pass scored three goals. Jordan Newpower, Peyton Blair, AJ Carls and Harper Searles notched two each. The other goals came from Connor Thompson, Henry Bartle, Owen Van Tassel, Will Parkinson, Matt Everson, Cade Anderson, Drake Ramirez and Jacob Hoylo. Leo Troje in goal had five saves.
Hockey: Girls win 6th in row, then lose to No. 1 Andover 10-0 Centennial girls hockey had a sixgame win streak before running into top-ranked Andover on Saturday. The Huskies (9-0) humbled the Cougars 10-0 with a 52-shot attack and seven players scoring. Madison Klough, Madison Brown and Josie Hemp each hit two goals for the Huskies, who limited the Cougars to 11 shots. The Cougars (7-2) blanked Blaine 2-0 on Tuesday evening, with freshman goalie Kaitlin Groess making 22 saves in her third shutout. Summer Francis and Lauren Paar had the goals.
Swimming: Cougars beat Osseo The Centennial swimmers beat Osseo 89-74 on Thursday evening. The Cougars had first-places by Hunter Belting (200 freestyle, 1:54.92, and 500 freestyle, 5:23.96), Josh Aardahl (individual medley, 2:21.45), Aiden Gillen (butterfly, 58.75), and Alex Larkin (backstroke, 1:06.27). Winning relays were the medley team with George Atkinson, Max Scheurer, Gillen and Ben Condon (1:50.14), and the 400 freestyle with Josh Washburn, Connor Herbrechtsmeyer, Ben Loehr and Belting (3:47.24). Bruce Strand
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We clean and disinfect all buses continuously, and follow strict COVID Safety protocols
Apply online at: https://www.applitrack. com/whitebear/onlineapp/default. aspx?Category=Nutrition+Services
Imagine a job you can fit around the other commitments in your busy life. A job where you get to do something important and worthwhile. Bus driving offers flexible hours, opportunities to work a regular route or drive charter trips, there is year-round work available. Located at 6298 Hodgson Rd, Circle Pines, MN 55014 Call us at 651-484-1809 or got to https://rehbeintransit.com to apply
For questions, please call 651-407-7523.
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The City of Mahtomedi is accepting applications from Mahtomedi residents interested in serving on advisory commissions. Openings for three-year appointments exist on the Planning Commission, Parks Commission. The Commissions serve as advisory bodies making recommendations within their areas of responsibility to the City Council.
We are looking for :
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If you are a Mahtomedi resident interested in serving the community in any of these capacities, please contact City Hall at 651-426-3344 for an application form, Applications are also available on the City’s website at www.ci.mahtomedi.mn.us. Applications will be taken through March 1, 2021.
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FULL & PART-TIME MANUFACTURING POSITIONS Premier Marine offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance Plans; Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Overtime Opportunities; 401K Plan
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• Railer – positions and attaches the rails to pontoon. • Top Builder – positions and installs the furniture to the pontoon. • Helm Wire – installs and connects electrical components in the helm. (Additional skills needed: basic wiring knowledge, detail oriented and attentive, ability to crouch and sit in tight spaces for extended periods of time.) • Wire Person – installs and connects wires that feed power to the boats electrical components. (Additional skills needed: basic wiring knowledge, detail oriented and attentive.) • Furniture Prep – installs speakers, handles, and trash doors into furniture. • Rail Bend – cuts panels and installs in rails and bends to shape. (Additional skills: ability to convert metric to standard, upper body strength.) • Rail Build – builds the rails for the topside of the boat (Additional skills: ability to read prints, attention to detail.) • Gate Build – builds gates for the topside of boat (additional skills: ability to read prints, attention to detail) • Graphics – installs paper and raised graphics onto rails and completed boats (Additional skills: Must be very detail oriented.) • Bimini – cuts raw tubing and bend to shape, builds components, some electrical connections (Additional skills: ability to read prints.) • Wheelabrating – cleaning, sandblasting, sanding, measuring and packaging carts for shipment. (Additional skills: upper body strength, attention to detail, self starter.) • Decking – Responsible for framing, decking, and/or carpet products. (Additional skills: full range of body motion, ability to stand for long periods of time.) • Small Parts – Responsible for supplying basic cut and bent throughout the company by using plasma cutter, CNC Machines, punches, dies, and shears. Starting pay for these positions is between $15 and $18 hour. All positions require someone who has basic knowledge of hand and power tools, reading and using a tape measure, and basic reading of drawings and prints.
ADDITIONAL POSITIONS PAYING $20 - $23/HOUR … PTX Welders – experience with TIG welding required and experience working with aluminum helpful. Tube Welders – experience with TIG and MIG welding required and experience working with aluminum helpful.
Apply in person or mail resume to: Premier Marine, 26612 Fallbrook Avenue, Wyoming, MN Email resume: eschommer@pontoon.com
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Position Title: Night Lead Custodian – High School Start Date: A.S.A.P. Position is full-time, part of the custodian bargaining unit and based at Mahtomedi High School Hours: 2nd Shift Minimum Requirements: High School education or equivalent. Prefer a high level of skill in general maintenance. Must have second class boilers license and meet qualifications per the contract. Experience preferred to lead and direct custodial staff.
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Paraprofessionals Needed in Circle Pines
3-6.5hrs/day performing supervision inside or out-of-doors, assisting classroom teachers or working with students with special needs. $15.82 per hr. Applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the upper right of the page. EOE
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Qualifications: • Must have Second Class Boilers License • Must be able to lift 50 pounds • Must have excellent cleaning skills • Must have good communication skills to work with staff and administration • Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in janitorial and grounds Apply online at: www.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us click on Human Resources Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Seasonal Summer Job Opportunities The City of Circle Pines is offering exciting job opportunities this summer.
Golden Lake Concession Stand Attendants The City of Circle Pines is looking for seasonal Concession Stand Attendants for Golden Lake Park. Individuals will work approximately 20-30 hours per week. Individuals will be responsible for park groundskeeping, selling concessions, operating a cash register, cleaning and stocking shelves. Pay is $11/hr. Must be 16 years or older to Apply. Park Maintenance Worker The City of Circle Pines is currently looking for seasonal park employees. The individuals will perform various types of manual labor, groundskeeping, operate light equipment, such as lawn mowers, and work on various projects in the park system. Position pays $12/hr. Work hours are Monday-Friday 6:30am–3:00pm. Applicant must be 18 years or older. Public Works Maintenance Worker Centennial Utilities/City of Circle Pines is currently looking for summer seasonal employees for the Public Works Department to perform various types of manual labor and operate light equipment. Applicant must be 18 years or older. Work hours are MondayFriday 7am–3pm. Position pays $12/hr. Applicants for Positions Applications for all positions must be received by 4:30pm, March 1, 2021 at Circle Pines City Hall, 200 Civic Heights Circle. If you have questions, please call 763-784-5898 or email cpeterson@ ci.circle-pines.mn.us.
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We're just coming out of an unprecedented historic run of cold weather. About all you could do was just grin and bear it, and most of us did. This will be one of the coldest runs of below zero temperatures this late in the season. We'll end up with over 100 hours, falling well short of the Twin Cities record of 186 hours. To reach the top ten, we'll need 130 hours. If you have been getting outside or have a large window, the sun sure does feel great. I'm in the midst of a 47-day outdoor run streak. I've noticed a few less souls out this past week. I know they'll return this weekend when temperatures will approach near normal. Frank Watson is a local Meteorologist who operates a weather station in White Bear Lake. Weather data and observation are from his weather station and trips around the area. Frank can be found on the internet at WeathermanWatson.com.
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K. Olson Construction is owned by Kevin Olson of Scandia MN. Kevin has been in remodeling and new construction since 1985 and became a licensed contractor in 1995. They provide new home construction, also specializing in room additions, basement finishing, kitchen remodels and finish carpentry. K. Olson Construction provides full service contracting from start to finish or will come into a project and work with the homeowner and do a portion of the work. Any successful remodeling project requires a detailed plan and timeline, as well as attention to detail. Kevin is a contractor that is on site doing the work and controlling the entire process from start to finish. For more information please visit their website at www.kolsonconstruct.com Kevin can be reached at 612-868-6837 or Kolson40@frontiernet.net
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The Scouts spent the day at Stearns Scout Camp in South Haven, Minnesota, competing in a variety of activity stations such as: fire starting, log sawing, branding, orienteering, first aid, team building, lashing, knot tying and tomahawk throwing. They also participate in a Klondike Sled Race, where Scouts pull their gear through the woods on a sledge they built together. Klondike Derby teaches Scouts leadership skills, safety and survival techniques, teamwork and — best of all — how to have fun in just about any weather.
CITY OF CENTERVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR PRELIMINARY PLAT, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR DIAMOND VIEW PARTNERS, LLC BEFORE THE CENTERVILLE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Centerville, Anoka County, Minnesota, will meet via Zoom Videoconferencing https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86726130971, Meeting ID: 867 2613 0971, 1-312-626-6799 (Audio Only) on March 2, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible. The purpose of the meeting is to hold a public hearing to consider a preliminary plat and Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development allowing a 24 Unit Detached Townhome development known as Peltier Estates to be constructed at 7357 – 20th Avenue North. The hearing shall continue until all evidence and testimony has been received by those present or in writing prior to the meeting. All interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard at said time and place. Copies of the development proposal and related plans may be viewed at City Hall during normal business hours. PROPERTY I.D. #: 7357 20th Avenue North (18 Acres) The N ½ of NE1/4 of SE1/4 of SEC 14 TWP 31 RGE22, EX E 348.5 FT of S 125 FT of SD N1/2, EX RD, SUBJ TO EASE OF REC City Hall is ADA accessible. Requests for hearing assisted devices or a sign language interpreter must be received before 4:00 p.m., February 26, 2021. Teresa Bender, City Clerk
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