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Lino Lakes and Anoka County pick up on organic trend BY SHANNON GRANHOLM STAFF WRITER
LINO LAKES — Anoka County and the city of Lino Lakes are hoping to make a difference and reduce waste by offering residents easier access to organics recycling. Organics recycling is a fairly new concept and a trend that is growing in the Twin Cities area. Organic, in this case, simply means the portion of trash that can be composted. “People who backyard compost sometimes think they don't have to do organics because they already do the composting
in their backyard,” said Lino Lakes Recycling Assistant Aubrey Fonfara. “This program is different because it is industrial composting, so the compost piles are bigger, they get hotter, so you can put meat, bones, citrus, onion and compostable plastic and those are things that won't break down in your backyard.” According to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), 30 percent of waste in Minnesota is organics. Interest from Lino Lakes residents prompted the city to look into starting some drop-off locations for organics
recycling. The city did a survey that generated around 30 responses with the predominant interest from residents near Birch Park. The survey participants were then invited to a public input meeting to share their feedback. “As a result of that meeting it became clear that people really wanted more than one drop-off location,” she said. In just the first week of sign-ups for the program, the city had 50 households sign up. “I think this is a great opportunity for residents.
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Pre-prom pick me up Kent Chamberlain and Taylor Stolt watch as Jimmy Field sweeps his date Jessica Renville off her feet before going inside to participate in the Centennial High School Prom Grand March Saturday, April 23 at the performing arts center. See more prom photos on page 2.
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Circle Pines resident selected to be ambassador of Walk MS BY SHANNON GRANHOLM STAFF WRITER
CIRCLE PINES — Theresa Barden has not let multiple sclerosis defi ne her. In fact, her MS diagnosis has pushed her to be more determined and proactive about her future. Barden, 26, of Circle Pines, is thrilled to share her story with more than 4,500 people at Walk MS: Twin Cities Sunday, May 1 in Minneapolis. She was selected as one of four Twin Cities natives to be an ambassador. As an ambassador, she gets to share her story and promote and fundraise for the event. This will be Barden's second time participating in the event. “I started looking for ways I could introduce my family and friends into the MS world. I wanted them to meet others with the disease
and find support that is out there for them that they might want or need,” Barden said, explaining why she felt compelled to participate in the walk. “Walk MS is such an uplifting thing; everybody is so positive there, and they're willing to help each other.” MS is a disease in which the body's immune system attacks the protective covering surrounding nerves of the central nervous system. MS is thought to affect more than 2.3 million people worldwide. The average person in the U.S. has a one in 750 chance of developing the disease. One day, Barden's elbow started to feel tingly, like she had whacked her funny bone on something. After that feeling didn't go away, she thought she had either really hit it on something or pinched a nerve. Overnight that
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Theresa Barden of Circle Pines has been selected as one of four ambassadors for Walk MS: Twin Cities on Sunday, May 1 in Minneapolis. Barden was diagnosed with MS in February 2012 at the age of 22. She has since earned associate's and bachelor's degrees and works at the Federal Corrections Institute in Sandstone.
feeling spread up to her shoulder and her chest. After another night, the whole right side of her body went completely numb. Barden went to the emergency room and they told her she either had a brain infection, Lyme disease or MS. They sent her home to see if her symptoms got any better or progressed. When she woke up the next day she was completely numb from her collarbone down and couldn't walk or do anything on her own. Barden was officially diagnosed with MS in February 2012 when she was less than a month away from graduating with her associate’s degree from Rasmussen College in Blaine. Although some people would want to give up after receiving that kind of news, the diagnosis fueled her to learn about the disease and
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to figure out what was best for both her and her family's future. “Instead of letting my diagnosis get in my way, I persevered, fi nished my finals from my hospital bed and graduated with honors. I wasn't going to let MS defi ne me,” she said. “I figured if I was going to live the rest of my life with this disease, I at least had to get a head start and educate myself for my future and ultimately my family's future.” It didn't stop there. After graduation Barden decided to continue her education at Rasmussen by doing an accelerated program for a bachelor's degree in criminal justice-leadership and management. Barden now works as a law enforcement officer for the Federal Bureau of Prisons and a corrections officer for the U.S Department of
Justice at the Federal Correction Institute in Sandstone. Thankfully, her job's benefits help her to pay for a medication for her MS. Without insurance, she would need to spend more than $7,000 a month to pay for it. Barden has relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS). In RRMS, inflammatory attacks cause localized damage and accompanying symptoms. The attack eventually leads to a time of recovery, and symptoms disappear. According to the National MS Society, around 85 percent of MS patients are initially diagnosed with RRMS. The medication seems to be working well for her; since starting the medication she hasn't had any relapses and only has one new lesion. (Nerves have a protective SEE WALK MS, PAGE 14
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Top: Students, friends and family members gather outside the performing arts center for some high fashion photo opportunites. Above middle: Dylan Kallman, Madison Vang, Kate Walcheck and Shane Ledin prepare for their moment in the spotlight at the Centennial High School Prom Grand March. Bottom right: Alyssa Windingstad, Hannah Bullerman, John Hanzal, Alexis Linner, Damon Galbreath, Daniel Gwin and Brandy Windom pose for a photo after arriving at the performing arts center in a limosine. Bottom left: Shane Ledin and Kate Walcheck take a
moment during the Centennial High School Prom Grand March for a personal photo.
BUSINESS BRIEFS F&M Bank announces changes in board F&M bank has appointed the following new members to its Minnesota Advisory Board: John Channon of Burr D Enterprises Inc., James Schumacher of Structural Wood Corp. and Mike Erickson of North Star Coating Inc. These members will be joining the current board members: Greg Newville of Triple “N” Construction Inc., Gene Arnt of Arnt Construction Co. Inc. and Fritz Johnson of Teknapack Inc. The advisory board provides bank management with an outside and objective source of expertise.
BBB calls for 2016 Torch Awards The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of
Minnesota and North Dakota is issuing a call for nominations for awards in business ethics, BBB’s Torch Awards for Ethics. The awards recognize area companies, which lead by way of example through the display of outstanding ethics in their dealings with customers, employees, vendors and within their communities. Nominees for awards must be in good standing with BBB; however, BBB accreditation is not a requirement to compete for the award. All forprofit businesses of any size, owned or operated in Minnesota or North Dakota, are eligible. The deadline for nominations is May 9. Companies can be nominated online by visiting thefirstbbb.org/ nominate.
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Community gathers to show respect to the flag BY SHANNON GRANHOLM STAFF WRITER
CIRCLE PINES — Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts from Troop 65, the Circle Pines Lexington Lions and the Centennial Fire District Honor Guard gathered to show their respect to worn-out flags during a flag retirement ceremony at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Circle Pines on April 18. The solemn ceremony retired around 25 flags from around the community that were worn and needed to be replaced.
After retiring the flag, the Scouts cut off each stripe one by one and dedicated each stripe to various conflicts, people and organizations such as the War for Independence, those who were killed in the Gulf Wars and Afghanistan, and the commander in chief. "It is something they (Scouts) don’t see very often, or ever. With Boy Scouts, citizenship is one of the most important aspects that we have. We have three different merit badges revolving around citizenship,” Scout event coordinator Matt Percy explained.
Percy added that the flag is a big part of their meetings. “It becomes kind of routine after a while, and events like this drive home the importance of why a flag is important to us and what meaning it really should have for us; it is not just something that starts and ends meetings, it is a symbol of our country.” Lions member Ginny Hestekind said that every Lions Club meeting begins with the flag, as members say the Pledge of Allegiance.“I have the right to do that and a lot of people don't; I love my
flag because of that,” she said. This was the second flag retirement ceremony the group has done. The ceremony started out at Blue Heron Elementary School's Veteran's Day Program, where the kids brought in old flags from home to be retired. Hestekind wanted to thank the school for continuing the ceremony. “We are really fortunate in this community that we have organizations like the Lions and the Centennial Honor Guard. When we have opportunities to partner up on activities like this it makes it
that much more rewarding and has a greater impact,” Percy said. The Centennial Fire District Honor Guard was formed two years ago and typically participates in around five events a year. “We are here to support and add whatever we can to the ceremony,” said honor guard member Pete Johnson. “That is really cool that you get kids at this age understanding what to do with flags. It is a bit of a history lesson.”
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Above right: Boy Scout Devin Severance places a stripe of an American flag into the fire at a flag retirement ceremony Tuesday, April 18 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Circle Pines. The ceremony was put on by Troop 65 Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts, Circle Pines Lexington Lions and the Centennial Honor Guard. Far right: Boy Scout Max Theis dedicates one of the stripes of the flag before placing it on the fire. Above middle: (From left) Senior Patrol Leader Clay Jones cuts off the first stripe of the flag with assistance from Boy Scout Aiden Markowski. Above left: Centennial Honor Guard member David Bruder helps Boy Scout Brian Ferraro-Anker fold up the American flag. Right: (From left) Boy Scouts Conner Brown, Senior Patrol Leader Clay Jones, Aiden Markowski, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader Zach Peterson, Brian Ferraro-Anker and Centennial Honor Guard member Ryan Dion, who is a former Scout from Troop 65, explain the significance of the ceremony to audience members.
Alexandra House hopes to raise awareness of its services BY SHANNON GRANHOLM STAFF WRITER
BLAINE — TPC ROSE (Tournament Players Club Reach Out, Serve, Empower) recently selected Alexandra House in Blaine as its 2016 beneficiary. “We formed a nonprofit so that we could raise money for other charities in the north metro,” said TPC ROSE President Sonja Kloiber of the organization. “We have come together to raise awareness of other local causes and charity organizations.” As the beneficiary, Kloiber said, Alexandra House will be given 95 percent of the dollars TPC ROSE raises from its fundraising efforts. In order to be considered as a beneficiary the organization must be a nonprofit that serves residents in Anoka County. Each year,
a committee filters through all of the applications and narrows it down to three. After a presentation from the three candidates, TPC ROSE members vote for the organization to which they would like their dollars to go. “They really need help in a way to provide shortterm rent assistance to those individuals who have been in their program and are going back out to be on their own,” Kloiber explained. “You need a safe place to go and in many cases they may need to secure a job and just need help getting back on their feet again.” Alexandra House was established in 1977, when a group of concerned citizens formed the Anoka County Task Force for Battered Women. The first emergency shelter, in Fridley, opened in 1980 and the second shelter in
Blaine was built in 1994. The shelter in Blaine can house up to 35 women and children (including males up to age 18.) Beyond offering a temporary safe place to live, Alexandra House provides victims of sexual/domestic violence with services including: legal advocacy, hospitalbased advocacy, safety
planning, support groups, therapy, youth and aging services, follow-up services, community education and professional training. “You can't always take that one-size-fitsall approach; we look at each individual case and say, ‘While violence is violence, what
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’m a big fan of “Shark Tank”, the TV show that allows entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to billionaire investors for funding in return for a stake in their company. Jim Mishek’s idea was to launch the “Muskie Tank” scholarships competition at Century College as a similar idea. The concept pairs student entrepreneurs and inventors with mentors. The challenge to students is to create a business plan and present it. The students submit an application and are interviewed. The finalists present their ideas to a panel of local business owners, professionals, CEOs and Century staff. What makes Century College and this unique is that the winner Publisher’s program is an automatic semifinalist at the Minnesota Cup competition where View the grand prize is $80,000. I was honored and nervous Carter Johnson when asked to be on the panel, and searched to find my inner Mark Cuban. I watched “Shark Tank” to get prepared. I even practiced saying, “I just don’t see a market for your product and for that reason, I’m out,” but I never was able to use it. The presentations were solid, the students were passionate, and they were prepared with power point presentations and prototypes that were 3-D printed or hand-sewn. I thought some of the ideas could be on the market within a year. Ideas ranged from sporting good apparatuses to eco-friendly power stations, social media, retail stores, static marketing and medical devices for the blind. At the end of the day we had to pick five finalists and select a winner. As we struggled to find a finalist, Mr. Mishek shared the good news that we could give a $1,000 scholarship to all five finalists but we needed to pick a winner. Adam Hook, Jack Laven, Derek Loe, Rose Kamrow, Mitchell LeGrand and Tou Lee were it. The winners were recognized at the Century College Foundation breakfast last week. Guests were also given tours of the new science and technology Fab Lab. Mitchell Le Grand was selected as the 2016 grand prize Muskie Tank winner, and will represent Century College and our community at the Minnesota Cup. My participation in the Muskie Tank was a reminder of what an asset Century College is to our community. I think of Century and other community colleges as practical, affordable education opportunities that prepare students to succeed in high-paying, local technical jobs. Jack knife still practical When my wife moved her 97-year-old grandmother from Connecticut to Stillwater last fall, grandma, who went through airport security in a wheelchair, was stopped and searched. It seemed ridiculous until the TSA agent pulled a giant Swiss Army knife from the bottom of her purse. The helpful agent suggested they mail it home. My 9-year-old son was pretty excited when it showed up. I think every kid should have a pocket knife. My first Swiss Army knife was a great tool for little projects, as it had both a regular and a Phillips screw driver, a leather hole punch, nail file and can opener. I carried that knife everywhere – to school, on bike trips, out on the lake and even on the airplane. It was fun to just sit and whittle a stick. Today, the practicality of the pocket knife has lost out to the fear of it being used as a weapon, and little boys everywhere are missing out. A good pocketknife is a tool that encourages kids be resourceful and creative – skills that are increasingly lacking in the electronics-driven world we live in. So give your kid or grandchild a pocketknife – just set some rules and teach them safety and common sense. Carter Johnson is publisher of Press Publications.
Deconstruction of the “Melting Pot”
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ecently a friend made a comparison between two movies, Star Trek and Hunger Games. Star Trek was about unity. There were obvious differences between the crew members like race, gender, and nationalities. Nonetheless, the crew members had much more in common and spent little-to-no time dwelling on those differences. Because of that understanding Legislator and their devotion to a cause bigger Lingo than themselves, they accomplished Roger great things. Hunger Chamberlain Games was the opposite. It was about division. Differences were exploited; fear, resentment, and envy were used to maintain control and rob people of hope. Only a few people thrived while most lived in misery and despair. I, like many others, have had similar experiences. When I was 17 I decided I would enlist in the Armed Forces. I conducted my research, visited recruiters and advised my parents of my plans. Soon after my 18th birthday I enlisted in the Navy. I served, returned to civilian life, and within a few years joined the Army National Guard.
I humbly submit if we are to remain a robust, vibrant and diverse society and nation, we must resist the temptation to keep dividing ourselves into subgroups. Most of us believed in the philosophy summed up by Donovan Campbell in his book, “The Leaders Code” – “mission, character and service.” It means that there are causes bigger than ourselves; that the needs of others came before our own personal needs; and development of character is the foundation of servant leadership. One of the best military experiences I had was living and working closely with men and women from every walk of life and corner of the nation. It was the “Melting Pot.” Of course there were many differences between us, but we had much more in common. In the end we lived out our nation’s motto: We were many, but we came together as one. This spirit is unlike that of any other nation and makes us truly unique. As a public servant in the Minnesota Legislature I constantly draw from my military experiences. After six years of legislative service I am disheartened at what we have lost in our state
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QUAD AREA EVENTS INTRODUCTION TO KAYAKING
When: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 26 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Class covers basic strokes, safety and boat/equipment selection. $25; registration required. Ages 15+. Contact: 651429-8007 or www. anokacountyparks.com
SENIOR DAY TRIP: JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE
When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, April 28 Where: Leaves from Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway Details: Musical tribute to John Denver at the Plymouth Playhouse. %52 includes ticket, lunch and transportation. Register online, by mail or in person. Contact: ci.lino-lakes. mn.us
IPAD/IPHONE – TOP TEN APPS
When: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, April 28 Where: Centennial High School East, room 102, 4881 101st Ln., Circle Pines Details: Learn about the best new apps to enhance the way you use your phone or iPad. $15; registration required. Contact: 763-7936100 or isd12.org/ community-education
SPRING CRAFT & BAKE SALE
When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 30 Where: Gethsemane United Methodist Church, 7330 Lake Dr., Lino Lakes Details: 15-20 local vendors showcasing handmade crafts and bake sale with homemade baked goods. Contact: gumcll.org
BIRD LANGUAGE WORKSHOP
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Saturday, April 30 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Learn to decipher bird alarm calls and behaviors and what they can tell us about the other animals on the landscape. $5; registration required. Open to all ages. Contact: 651429-8007 or www. anokacountyparks.com
House, Blaine Details: Educational group for adult women who have experienced domestic or sexual violence who wish to overcome their trauma and move toward healing and growth. All for pre-screening appointment, required. Other support groups available. Contact: 763-656-1366 or alexandrahouse.org
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NATURE PLAYCRAZY CRITTERS
When: Saturday, April 30 Where: Lino Lakes YMCA Details: National initiative is a free community open house with activities for the family themed around Healthy Living, Youth Development and Social Responsibility. Contact: www. ymcatwincities.org
When: 10-11:15 a.m. Thursday, May 5 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: Kids ages 2-5 can look for animal fur, fi nd animal homes, do a craft, and read a story. Pre-registration required; $3 per person. Contact: 651-429-8007 or anokacountyparks. com
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When: Noon Monday, May 2 Where: St. Genevieve Parish Center, 6995 Centerville Rd., Centerville Details: Home-cooked meal, door prizes and cash prizes for top three scorers. Tickets $9, available at the door. Contact: 651-429-7937
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
When and Where: 1-7 p.m. Monday, May 2 at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1 North Rd.; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, May 6 at Mark Peterson Insurance Agency, 9200 Lake Dr., Circle Pines Details: All blood types needed. Contact: 800 RED CROSS or redcrossblood. org
JOURNEY OF HEALING THERAPEUTIC GROUP When: 6:30-8p.m. Mondays, May 2,9,16,23 & 30 Where: Alexandra
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When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, May 7 Where: Lino Lakes YMCA, 7690 Village Dr. Details: Childcare and activities provided so parents can enjoy an afternoon/evening out. $25; registration required. Contact: 651-795-9622 or ymcatwincities.org/ locations/lino_lakes_ ymca/
Groovy Art Show WHEN: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, May 5
DETAILS: Sculpture, drawing and
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COLOR ME COUGAR FUN RUN
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14 Where: Centennial Middle School, 399 Elm TRUCK DAY St., Lino Lakes When: 10 a.m.-noon Details: 3K, nonSaturday, May 7 timed event features a Where: Rice Lake Elementary, 575 Birch St. Color Blast Party and autograph signing and Lino Lakes benefits Centennial Details: Families Middle School. Open can see the trucks that to families of all ages. travel the streets and meet the drivers. Basket Concessions available. Check-in begins at 8:30. sale and silent auction $30 per person; register benefit Centennial’s Early Childhood Family before April 29 to receive t-shirt and Color Blast Education Program. Powder Pack. Contact: 763-792-6120 Contact: http://shop. schoolathon.org/183831 VETERANS
NETWORKING DINNER
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, May 12 Where: Lino Lakes American Legion Post 566, 7731 Lake Dr., Lino Lakes Details: Free BBQ cookout for veterans and active service members and their families. Meet fellow veterans and learn about different resources that are available. Contact: post566.com
DOLLARS INTO SENSE CLASS
When: 10 a.m. Thursday, May 12 Where: Anoka County Human Services Center, 1201 89th Ave., Blaine Details: Class covers tracking expenses, putting together a spending plan, goal setting, credit, and where to get additional help. Register at least 3 days prior.
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When: 10:15-10:45 Tuesdays Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for children birth-24 months and a caregiver. Contact: 763-717-3294 or anokacountylibrary. org
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When: 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays Where: Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir., Circle Pines Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for children of all ages and a caregiver. No registration required. Closed Thanksgiving Day. Contact: 763-717-3294; anokacountylibrary.org
Details: Seniors can play bridge and cribbage. Contact: 651-982-2440 or ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY ‘A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM’
When: Through May 15; shows at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday; Preview MINNESOTA TOPS 7:30 p.m. Thursday, CHAPTER 1126 April 21 LINO LAKES Where: Lakeshore When: 8:30-10 a.m. Players, 4820 Stewart Thursdays Ave., White Bear Lake Where: St. Joseph’s Details: Set in ancient Catholic Church Room 23, 171 Em St., Lino Lakes Rome, this madcap show combines 2000-yearDetails: Lose weight old comedies, classic with portion control. vaudeville, desperate Local chapter of TOPS lovers, scheming (Take Off Pounds neighbors, and secrets Sensibly) invites men behind every toga. and women to weekly Contact: 651-429-5674 meetings. or www.lakeshore Contact: 651-483-6340 players.com
MINNESOTA TOPS CHAPTER 1722 LEXINGTON
When: 6 p.m. Wednesdays Where: Lexington City Hall, community room, 9180 Lexington Ave. N. Details: Lose weight with portion control. Local chapter of TOPS TODDLER STORYTIME (Take Off Pounds When: 11 a.m. Sensibly) invites men Tuesdays and women to weekly Where: Centennial meetings. Library, 100 Civic Contact: 763-780-8270 Heights Cir., Circle Pines Details: Stories, songs and fingerplays for BRIDGE AND CRIBBAGE children ages 2-3 and a When: 12:30 p.m. caregiver. Thursdays Contact: 763-717-3294 Where: Lino Lakes or anokacountylibrary. Senior Center, 1189 Main org St.
SPRING DREAMING RURAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN WORKSHOP
When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 27 Where: Scandia Community Center, 14727 209th St. N., Scandia Details: Free workshop will focus on larger rural properties and offer guidance on topics such as managing woodlands, converting turf and old fields to prairie, controlling invasive species like buckthorn, and protecting local water resources. Contact: 651-330-8220 x44 or http://tinyurl. com/2016landscape workshops
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Heritage Parkway, Hugo Details: Free family event sponsored by the Hugo Business Association and Hugo Economic Development Authority offers carnival games, prizes, face painting, crafts, bounce castle and more. Contact: www. hugobusinesses.com
BOUQUET DAY
When: Saturday, April 30 Where: Participating retailers, downtown White Bear Lake Details: Create a bouquet by visiting participating stores and receive a free cut flower. Contact: downtown whitebearlake.com
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ST. MARY OF THE LAKE SPRING RUMMAGE AND BAKE SALE
When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, April 28; 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, April 29; and 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 30 Where: St. Mary of the Lake Parish Life Center Gym, 4690 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake Contact: 651-429-7771
ST CROIX VALLEY ART OPENER STUDIO TOUR
When: 4-9 p.m. Friday, April 29; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1 Where: Artist studios throughout the St. Croix Valley Details: Features demonstrations and artwork for sale. Contact: artopener. com
THROUGH MY LENS
When: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, April 29 Where: Southwest Junior High Cafeteria, 943 SW 9th Ave., Forest Lake Details: Free community ‘Sheroe Showcase’ event for females promotes self-acceptance and empowerment. Includes a women’s expo, photo booth, self-defense, MN Roller Girls, and speakers. Contact: https:// forestlake.amm. clockwork.net
COLORING & COCKTAILS
When: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, April 29 & Saturday, April 30 Where: Maplewood Mall Center Court Details: Adult coloring and handcrafted cocktails to benefit the Junior League of St. Paul. $15/ person. Contact: coloringandcocktails. eventbrite.com
TRASH TO TREASURE DAY
When: Saturday, April 30 Where: Throughout White Bear Lake and White Bear Township Details: Residents can set out unwanted items on the curbside with a ‘Free’ sign; and cruise local neighborhoods to pick up other’s treasures. Residents are responsible for disposing of items that are not picked up.
CEMSTONE 5K/10K RUN FOR OTHERS
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, April 30 Where: St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi Details: Races benefit church Habitat for Humanity programs. Also 1 mile kids fun run. Register online. Contact: saintandrews.org
PITCH, HIT & RUN COMPETITION
When: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 30 Where: Chippewa Middle School, 5000 Hodgson Rd., North Oaks Details: Free Major League Baseball competition for area youth that recognizes individual excellence in baseball/softball skills. Boys and girls ages 7-14 compete in four age divisions and advance through four levels of competition. Registration form and copy of birth certificate required at check-in. Contact: simser28@ gmail.com
MACPHAIL CENTER FOR MUSIC PRESENTS: COLORS, FEELINGS, MUSIC
When: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Saturday, April 30 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Road N., Forest Lake Details: Early childhood music specialists will explore the magic of music and play through hands-on musical activities. Ages birth-5. Registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300
KIDZ ‘N BIZ FEST
When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 30 Where: Oneka Elementary School, 4888
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 30; 9 a.m.2 p.m. Sunday, May 1 Where: Washington County Fairgrounds Details: Consignment sale featuring everything related to babies and children. Contact: www.stillwater. munchkinmarkets.com
UNION DEPOT TRAIN DAYS
When: Saturday, April 30 & Sunday, May 1 Where: Union Depot, 214 4th St. E., St. Paul Details: Event includes tours of the Amtrak Exhibit Train, showcasing the past, present and future of the railroad, along with other free activities such as the ‘Chuggington’ Kids Depot, model trains, musical entertainment, train memorabilia vendors and more for all ages. Contact: uniondepot. org
JEWELRY/ WOODCARVING DEMONSTRATION AND SALE
When: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 1 Where: Gammelgarden Museum, 20880 Olinda Trl., Scandia Details: Scandinavian artists Harley and Norma Refsal will demonstrate their woodcarving and jewelry-maikinf craft. Coffee and treats included. RSVP by April 25. Contact: lmoratzk@ luthersem.edu
SPRING DREAMING URBAN LANDSCAPE DESIGN WORKSHOP
When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 4 Where: Vanelli’s by the Lake, 55 Lake St. S., Forest Lake Details: Free workshop will focus on smaller residential yards and helping homeowners to sketch out locations for gardens, natural plantings, recreation
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NYFS LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON
When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, May 4 Where: Midland Hills Country Club, 2001 Fulham St., Roseville Details: Fundraiser for Northeast Youth & Family Services features Elizabeth Kneebone who will speak on how suburban poverty is affecting our community. RSVP; no cost to attend. Contact: 651-379-3422 or nyfs.org
LADIES NIGHT OUT
When: Thursday, May 5 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake shops Details: Shop local retailers for specials, fashion and decorating tips, appetizers, drinks and more. Derby theme. Contact: downtown whitebearlake.com
ANOKA COUNTY SENIOR EXPO
When: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, May 7 Where: Lord of Life Church, 14501 Nowthen Blvd. NW, Ramsey Details: Free pancake breakfast, information about senior services and resources, blood pressure checks, mini massages, and entertainment. Contact: co.ankoa. mn.us
H2O FOR LIFE GARAGE SALE
When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 7 Where: White Bear Lake Armory, 2228 4th St. Details: Donations accepted May 6. Contact: 651-756-7577
24TH ANNUAL ST. CROIX VALLEY POTTERY STUDIO TOUR & SALE
When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7; 10 a.m.5 p.m. Sunday, May 8 Where: Upper St. Croix Valley, self-guided tour Details: Visit seven pottery studios in the upper St. Croix Valley, and meet 49 accomplished guest potters from around the country. Free admission; items for sale. Contact: 651-674-4555 or www.minnesota potters.com
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JUMP TO IT 5K, 10K & FUN RUN
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, May 7 Where: West Park, 11th Street and Lake Avenue and along White Bear Lake shoreline Details: 10K Run and 5K Run/walk along the shores of White Bear Lake. Kids Fun Run along Lake Ave. Contact: 651653-7401 or www. frontrunnerusa.com
WAYZATA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7 Where: Trinity Lutheran Church, 115 4th St. N., Stillwater Details: Soprano Maria Jette performs a free concert, ‘Maria Sings Maria’. Contact: thewso.org
PUBLIC PADDLEBOAT TOURS
When: 12:30-2 p.m. and 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesday, May 11; 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 21 Where: 525 S. Main St., Stillwater Details: Board a St. Croix Boat & Packet paddleboat to view the St. Croix Crossing construction close-up. Tickets $10; $6 children ages 4-12. Reservations required. Contact: stillwater riverboats.com
NORTHSTAR ARTISTS’ MARKET ART SHOW AND SALE
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, May 13 and 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, May 14 Where: Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Fine Arts Building Details: More than 5000 pieces of original artwork by over 90 artists available for sale. Sponsored by the Northstar Watermedia Society. Contact: northstar watermedia.com
SHEPHERD’S HARVEST FESTIVAL
When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, May 14 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, May 15 Where: Washington County Fairgrounds, 12300 N. 40th St., Lake Elmo Details: Sheep and wool festival events include Minnesota’s largest fleece competition, sheep shearing, fleece skirting demos, booksignings, dog-herding demos, classes, potters, cheesemakers and more Contact: 612-961-9625 or www.shepherds harvestfestival.org
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Cougars well armed in win over Rebels
CIRCLE PINES - A wellplayed and well-pitched game gave the Centennial softball team a convincing 7-2 Northwest Suburban Conference victory here over Champlin Park last Friday. Cougar pitcher Jenna Trost pitched a complete game, and helped her own cause with a pair of hits. "Jenna has picked up her speed compared to last year," offered Centennial coach Janelle DiMartino. "She's getting ahead of the hitters and moving the ball around. She works very well with (catcher) Amber Montero." The Cougars grabbed a quick lead and staked senior ace Trost to a 1-0 lead with
a run in the top pf the fi rst, added a pair of runs in the third to gain a bit of breathing room, and then put the contest on ice in the sixth with four runs. Centennial bunched five hits in the sixth off Champlin Park right-hander Taylor Sloat. Freshman center fielder Alyssa Montero got things going with a ground single, and Sam Zimmerman followed with a base hit. Montero wheeled in from second on Sarah Pederson's double to the gap in leftcenter. Sloat regrouped to fan Katie Woznak, but Amber Montero came through with the key hit of the rally, a double to right-center that plated a pair. The Cougar lead swelled to 7-0 on a RBI base hit by
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Above left: pitcher Jenna Trost tossed a complete game winner. Above right: shortstop Amanda Mathies throws out a\runner.
Amanda Mathies. Mathies was flawless in the field at shortstop and also pounded a two-run home over the fence in center in the third. Amber Montero doubled to left to lead off the game, and scored two outs later when Trost came through with a
run-scoring double. Champlin Park negated the shutout by pushing home a pair of unearned runs in the seventh. Sloat had a two-run double with two outs, but Trost got Holly Blaska to bounce back to the mound to end the game. Trost fi nished allowing just
four hits and a walk, while striking out six. The Northwest Suburban Conference triumph, coupled with a tough 4-3 nine-inning setback to Elk River earlier in the week, gave the Cougars a 2-2 mark in both conference play and overall. Centennial is on the road this week for a game Tuesday (after press time) at TotinoGrace. and a Thursday afternoon clash at Blaine. "It should be two good games," said DiMartino. "We jumped out to a quick lead against Champlin, and that was important. We had been struggling scoring runs early in the game."
Be yourself, everybody else is taken So if your goal is to Every lower your score and time I open hit better shots this up one of year,why not take the golf the time to figure out magazines what you’re capable there of doing and work seems to be on perfecting “that,” the same whatever that may reoccurring Tee Time be. theme; be I suggest a good like Ricky, with Couch place to start is to see be like what your body looks Jordan, be Besty like at the top of your like (used Larey full swing. Here’s to be Tiger) how to do it. Take or whoever. a short iron and face a I really feel they do d a h full length mirror. Get disservice to the average in your good address golfer who is just trying position. That would to be better instead of be a slight tilt from the being someone else. As hips while keeping your Oscar Wilde so aptly back straight, shoulders stated, “be yourself, directly over toes with everybody else is taken”.
arms hanging loosely down, and a slight knee flex while sticking your rear end out. Make sure your weight is on the balls of your feet. If you can, put an ottoman against your right leg, making sure that it is touching the outside of your right knee while keeping it behind you. You need to be able to swing without hitting it. From here you’re going to start your take away. The goal is to have the shaft parallel with your stance line, the toe of the club turned slightly in. When I teach I call this position 1. If the ottoman is in the right position, the shaft should be
Girls lax loses pair The Centennial girls lacrosse team lost a pair of Northwest Suburban Conference games this past week, falling to Coon Rapids and Maple Grove. Krista Kissell had two goals, and Marina
Kanner, Emily Nadeau, and Clare Carlson one goal apiece in a 13-5 setback to visiting Coon Rapids. Carlson had three goals and an assist, Nadeau two goals, and Hannah Beckman and
Kanner one goal each in a 16-9 loss at the hands of host Maple Grove. The Cougars are at Spring Lake Park on Wednesday. Mark Aguirre
parallel with it. Stop and take a look at your right leg. Your knee should be flexed and pointing straight ahead. Next, keep turning into your backswing. Go to wherever you normally stop at the top of your swing. Now check and see if you’re in a good position. Here’s the three key points. 1) Did you lose your spine tilt and stand up? 2) Did your left arm bend? 3) Finally, is your right knee still in the same position as your address position or did you allow it to straighten or turn outward? If any of these three things occurred during your backswing, you’ve lost your good golf posture and you will have to make compensations in your forward swing to make solid contact. Now you need to figure out where the top of your backswing should be. Set up again and go back to position 1. From there start turning very slowly into your backswing, paying
attention to the three key points. Whenever you see/feel a breakdown of one of the three, that’s where the top of your swing should be. At this point in your backswing, you should feel “loaded” into your right cheek. Maybe your swing will be three quarters of what you think it should be. Even if it’s half that’s fine as well. As long as you are able to keep your wrist hinge intact and release correctly through impact you will get about 80-85 percent of your maximum distance. Wouldn’t you rather have a consistent forward swing and hit a relatively solid shot every time? Remember, hooks and slices are caused by an incorrect swing plane and an open or closed club face. Here’s the best way to groove your swing. Use the same set up as above. Practice bringing the club to position 1 and stop. Next, start at position 1 and go to your new “top” and stop. Then
do it all in one sequence. Do all three of these very slowly so you can feel each position, 10 to 20 repetitions. Finally, practice the entire swing in your normal tempo. Remember, it takes 1500 repetitions to form a habit. This will keep you busy on these cool wet spring days. Betsy Larey is an LPGA Teaching Professional who has been working with adults and juniors for over 20 years. She has taught at the PGA Tour Golf Academy in St. Augustine FL, has been the Head Women’s Coach at Carleton College and Flagler College, and currently coaches the Girls Golf team at WBLAS. She is available for lessons at Keller Golf Course in St Paul and Shadow Ridge in Lino Lakes. You can reach her directly at betsylareygolf@gmail. com or call 651-470-2297. Follow her on Twitter: @ betsylareygolf.
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Youth learn about importance of Earth Day
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Centennial Elementary ďŹ fth graders Emily Kraby and Marcus Her, Student Leadership Council (SLC) members, told a ďŹ rst grade class about the SLC and Earth Day. Students in the SLC went around on Earth Day (April 22) and helped different classes clean up their classrooms.
outdoors activities area at Wargo Nature Center during the Earth Day event Saturday, April 23. Right: Rice Lake Elementary School students Noah Sanvick and CJ Sherer brought a don’t litter presentation to the Earth Day celebration at Wargo Nature Center. Their presentation included a sampling of the litter they collected in their neighborhood.
ORGANIC TREND: Expanding efforts to reduce waste one at Birch Park and one at Marshan Park. Residents can sign up for the program online at www.ci.lino-lakes. mn.us/organics. Fonfara addressed another composting misconception. “I think there is a common misconception that if food goes to a landfill it will just break down naturally, and that is not true at all. When food goes to a landfill it is cut off from oxygen, carbon material that it needs to compost properly, and water. When it doesn't
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They have shown time and time again that they care about diverting waste and recycling and this just gives them another opportunity to get organic material out of their trash,� Fonfara said. “Along with that, if they are able to divert, they could be able to actually save money by reducing the size of their garbage carts, by reducing the number of pick-ups that they need.� The city has two drop-off locations,
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CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 MINUTES, MARCH 21, 2016 (Abbreviated—full minutes available at www.isd12.org or call 763-7926010 to request a hard copy) LEGAL NOTICE: School Board, Independent School District #12; 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota; March 21, 2016 1.0 CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Wilson called the special meeting of the School Board to order at 5:33 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2.0 ROLL CALL The following members were present: Wilson, Lodico, Guthmueller, Culp, Burns, Timm and ex-officio Dietz. The following School Board Members were absent: None. 3.0 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Chairperson Wilson acknowledged approval of the agenda. 4.0 PUBLIC FORUM: None 5.0 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 5.01 Centennial Elementary School Building Improvements Bid Award - On January March 15 the district opened bid package #21, Centennial Elementary School Building Improvements. A copy of the bid tab, recommendation from Nexus, and the Executive Director of Business Services recommendation were included in the school board packet. The Executive Director of Business Services recommended the award of this bid package. Motion by Culp, seconded by Lodico to award this bid package as per the recommendation from Nexus and the Executive Director of Business Services. Vote: 6-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 5.02 Authorization to Purchase Properties - The Superintendent of Schools recommended authorizing the Executive Director of Business Services to tender an offer of $207,000 to purchase a house located at 4732 103rd Lane NE, Blaine, Minnesota. The school district’s offer to purchase, if approved by the School Board, is contingent upon a satisfactory disclosure statement and all appropriate paperwork. Motion by Timm, seconded by Culp to approve the proposed purchase agreement between the District and Louise Billiet and to authorize Dan Huffman, Executive Director of Business Services, to take all steps necessary to sign documents and provide any District approvals needed to finalize and close on the transaction. Vote: 6-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 5.03 Authorization to Purchase Properties - The Superintendent of Schools recommended authorizing the Executive Director of Business Services to tender an offer of $205,000 to purchase a house located at 4746 103rd Lane NE, Blaine, Minnesota. The school district’s offer to purchase, if approved by the School Board, is contingent upon a satisfactory disclosure statement and all appropriate paperwork. Motion by Timm, seconded by Lodico to approve the proposed purchase agreement between the District and Stanley and Elvera Sachs and to authorize Dan Huffman, Executive Director of Business Services, to take all steps necessary to sign documents and provide any District approvals needed to finalize and close on the transaction. Vote: 6-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 5.04 Authorization to Purchase Properties - The Superintendent of Schools recommended authorizing the Executive Director of Business Services to tender an offer of $172,000 to purchase a house located at 4866 103rd Lane NE, Blaine, Minnesota. The school district’s offer to purchase, if approved by the School Board, is contingent upon a satisfactory disclosure statement and all appropriate paperwork. Motion by Guthmueller, seconded by Timm to approve the proposed purchase agreement between the District and David and Tamara Engen and to authorize Dan Huffman, Executive Director of Business Services, to take all steps necessary to sign documents and provide any District approvals needed to finalize and close on the transaction. Vote: 6-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 6.0 INFORMATION ITEMS 6.01 Dates to Note – Upcoming dates and events in the school district: Friday, March 25, 2016 – No School/District Office Closed; Monday, March 28, 2016 – Regular Board Meeting; Tuesday, March 29, 2016 – High School Academic Awards/ PAC, 6:30 p.m.; Monday, April 4 – No School/Grading, Parent Communication, Content Development; Monday, April 4 – Board Work Study Session; Monday, April 18 – Regular Board Meeting; Monday, April 25 – No School/Staff Development Day 7.0 ADJOURN at 6:03 p.m. Suzanne Guthmueller, School Board Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 26, 2016.
CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 MINUTES, MARCH 28, 2016 (Abbreviated—full minutes available at www.isd12.org or call 763-7926010 to request a hard copy) LEGAL NOTICE: School Board, Independent School District 12; 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota; March 28, 2016 1.0 CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Wilson called the regular meeting of the School Board to order at 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2.0 ROLL CALL The following members were present: Wilson, Lodico, Guthmueller, Timm and ex-officio Dietz. The following School Board Members were absent: Culp, Burns. 3.0 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Chairperson Wilson acknowledged approval of the agenda. 4.0 RECOGNITIONS High School Principal Tom Breuning acknowledged Centennial High School students Nicole Abraham, Lydia Debuhr, Lucas Erlandson, Nathan Feltman and Conner Peickert who received National Merit Scholarship Letters of Commendation for outstanding performance on the preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Middle School Assistant Principal Mike Macken acknowledged eighth grader Christopher Meng who was the recipient of the 2016 Minnesota Educators of the Gifted and Talented Star of the North Award. The organization recognizes one student in the state from grades 5-8 for their distinguished academic achievement, leadership or for their accomplishments in the visual of performing arts. High School Activities Director Brian Hegseth acknowledged the following eight students who were named All-State in sports they participated in this winter: Jake Bergeland, Wrestling AAA State Champion at 132 lbs.; Tyler Shilson, Wrestling AAA State Runner up at 138 lbs.; Andrea Gessner, Gymnastics, All-State, taking 6th place at State in Vault; Gabbie Hughes, Girls Hockey All-State and recognized by the Coaches Association; Second Team, All Metro, by the Star Tribune.; Carly Rademacher, Girls Swim/Dive, Academic All-American acknowledged by the National Interscholastic Swim Coaches Association; Anthony Bengtson, Adapted Floor Hockey All-Tournament Team; Josh Hamann, Adapted Floor Hockey All-Tournament Team; Nick Reichenbacher, Adapted Floor Hockey All-Tournament Team. Mr. Hegseth also recognized Centennial’s outstanding coaching staff: Deb Kline, Head Coach, State Champion Adapted Floor Hockey; Steve Peterson, 4AAA, Wrestling Coach of the Year; Tim Matheson, 4AAA Wrestling Assistant Coach of the Year; Deb Welch, 7AA Boys Diving Coach of the Year; Joe Law, 5AA Boys Hockey Coach of the Year 5.0 PUBLIC FORUM: None 6.0 SUPERINTENDENT REPORT Superintendent Dietz stated that having to make decisions which impact our students is the worst part of our job. We appreciate the work of all of our staff. Our hearts go out to the people affected by budget reductions. 7.0 CONSENT ITEMS 7.01 Approval of Minutes: Regular School Board Meeting Minutes of February 22, 2016. 7.02 Approval of Monthly Bills: $4,699,104.58. 7.03 Payroll Total to be Ratified: $3,906,882.85. 7.04 Personnel: Retirements; Terminations; Resignations; Employment; Change in Employment; Unpaid Leaves of Absence, Lane Changes. 7.05 Field Trips. 7.06 Bids: None. 7.07 Gifts to the District. 7.08 Investments. 7.09 Dues and Memberships. 8.0 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 8.01 Resolution Proposing to Place Teachers on Unrequested Leave of Absence Member Guthmueller introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION PROPOSING TO PLACE Scott Swedin- .4 FTE Karen Stevens- .12 FTE Thomas Stodola- .1 FTE
Gina Wolleat- .1 FTE Martha DeBilzan- .02 FTE ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE BE IT RESOLVED by the School Board of Independent School District No. 12, as follows: That it is proposed that Scott Swedin, Karen Stevens, Thomas Stodola, Gina Wolleat, Martha Debilzan, teachers of said school district be placed on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits, effective at the end of the 2015-2016 school year on June 30, 2016, pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 10 and Article XV of the teachers’ master agreement. That said proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence is not the result of the implementation of an education district agreement. That written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as provided by law and said notice shall include entitlement to a hearing before the school board if requested and be in substantially the following form: NOTICE OF PROPOSED PLACEMENT ON UNREQUESTED LEAVE OF ABSENCE AND NOTICE OF HEARING IF REQUESTED _________________________ _________________________ _________________________ Dear Mr./Ms. ______________________: You are hereby notified that at the regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District No.12. held on March 28, 2016, consideration was given to your placement on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits as a teacher of Independent School District No. 12. for _______ of a full-time equivalency, and a resolution was adopted by a majority vote of the Board, proposing your placement on unrequested leave of absence effective at the end of the 2015-16 school year on June 30, 2016, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 122A.40, Subd. 10 and Article XV of the teachers’ master agreement and which are specifically as follows: Discontinuance of Positions Lack of Pupils and Financial Limitations Your proposed placement on unrequested leave of absence is not the result of the implementation of an education district agreement. Under the provisions of the law, you are entitled to a hearing before the school board provided that you make a request in writing within fourteen (14) days after receipt of this notice. If no hearing is requested within such period, it shall be deemed acquiescence by you to the school board’s proposed action. Yours very truly, SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 ___________________________________ Clerk of the School Board That each and all of the foregoing grounds of said notice are within the grounds for unrequested leave placement as set forth in M.S. 122A.40, subdivision 10 and Article XVV of the teachers’ master agreement and are hereby adopted as full as though separately set forth and resolved herein. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Timm and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Lodico, Wilson, Timm, Guthmueller. and the following voted against same: none. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. 8.02 Termination of Probationary Teachers Member Lodico introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE TERMINATION AND NONRENEWAL OF THE TEACHING CONTRACTS OF PROBATIONARY TEACHERS WHEREAS, Bonnie Moore, Thomas Fields, Alyssa Andre, Melissa Byers, Jessica Voeller, Laura Jacobson, Laura Meyer, Laura Morris, Natalie Evanson, Kelsey Tuominen, Paul Pichelmann, Jessica Speed, Amy Sosinski, Tobie Sanvick, Alyssa Bytnar, Taylor Melius, Chadwick Haider, Lori Guyer, Grace Zachman, Heather Kraabel, Samuel Lepa, Brenna Hoeg, Jeannine Sawvel, Katherine Sala, are probationary teachers in Independent School District No. 12. BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 12, that pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 122A.40, Subdivision 5, that the teaching contracts of Bonnie Moore, Thomas Fields, Alyssa Andre, Melissa Byers, Jessica Voeller, Laura Jacobson, Laura Meyer, Laura Morris, Natalie Evanson, Kelsey Tuominen, Paul Pichelmann, Jessica Speed, Amy Sosinski, Tobie Sanvick, Alyssa Bytnar, Taylor Melius, Chadwick Haider, Lori Guyer, Grace Zachman, Heather Kraabel, Samuel Lepa, Brenna Hoeg, Jeannine Sawvel, Katherine Sala, are probationary teachers in Independent School District No. 12., probationary teachers in Independent School District No. 12, are hereby terminated at the close of the current 2015-16 school year. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that written notice be sent to said teachers regarding termination and non-renewal of their contracts as provided by law, and that said notice shall be in substantially the following form: NOTICE OF TERMINATION AND NON-RENEWAL Mr./Ms. ____________ ___________________ ___________________ Dear Mr./Ms. _________________: You are hereby notified that at a regular meeting of the School Board of Independent School District No. 12 held on March 28, 2016 a resolution was adopted by a majority roll call vote to terminate your contract effective at the end of the current school year and not to renew your contract for the 201617 school year. Said action of the board is taken pursuant to M.S. 122A.40, Subd. 5. You may officially request that the school board give its reasons for the non-renewal of your teaching contact. For your information, however, this action is taken because of _____. Yours very truly, SCHOOL BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 ____________________________________ Clerk of the School Board The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Timm. And upon vote being taken thereon, the followed voted in favor thereof: Lodico, Wilson, Timm, Guthmueller. And the following voted against the same: none. Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. 8.04 Budget Revisions for 2015-16, All Funds - Mr. Dan Huffman, Executive Director of Business Services, presented information on mid-year budget revisions for each of the district’s funds. Budgets are revised to update estimates and reflect events that have taken place since the budget was adopted in May. The Superintendent of Schools recommended the School Board approve the budget revisions for 2015-16 - all funds. Motion by Timm, seconded by Lodico to approve the budget revisions for 2015-16 – all funds. Vote: 4-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 8.05 Bid Award Exterior Wall Repairs - On March
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24 the district opened bid package #23 – Exterior Wall Repairs. A copy of the bid tab, recommendation from Nexus and the Executive Director of Business Services were included in the school board packet. The Executive Director of Business Services recommended award of this bid package to the apparent low bidders. Motion by Guthmueller, seconded by Lodico for award of this bid package to the apparent low bidders. Vote: 4-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 8.06 Bid Award Reroofing - On March 17 the district opened bid package #24 – Reroofing. A copy of the bid tab, recommendation from Nexus and the Executive Director of Business Services were included in the school board packet. The Executive Director of Business Services recommended award of this bid package to the apparent low bidders. Motion by Timm, seconded by Guthmueller for award of this bid package to the apparent low bidders. Vote: 4-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 8.07 City of Lino Lakes Site Improvement Performance Agreement - As part of the Rice Lake project we need to adopt and approve the attached agreement that states we will maintain the site work to the city standards. This applies to the improvements related to the project for the rain gardens, landscaping and hard scape components. The Executive Director Business Services recommended approval of this agreement with the City of Lino Lakes. Motion by Timm, seconded by Lodico to approve the City of Lino Lakes Site Improvement Performance Agreement. Vote: 4-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 8.08 Approval of Director of Special Education Contract - Human Resource Director Dan Melde recommended approval of the one year contract of employment for Kathy Zwonitzer, Director of Special Education, effective July 1, 2016. Motion by Guthmueller, seconded by Timm to approve the one year contract of employment for Kathy Zwonitzer, Director of Special Education, effective July 1, 2016. Vote: 4-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 8.09 Approval of Executive Director of Business Services Contract - Human Resources Director Dan Melde recommended approval of the two year contract of employment for Brady Hoffman, Executive Director of Business Services, effective July 1, 2016. Motion by Timm, seconded by Lodico to approve the two year contract of employment for Brady Hoffman, Executive Director of Business Services, effective July 1, 2016. Vote: 4-0-0, motion carried unanimously. 9.0 SUPPLEMENTARY ITEMS 9.01 Review of Policies: First Reading - The memorandum included in board packets outlined the “First Reading” of the final group of policies to be adopted in our revised Board Policy Manual. Current policies were reviewed and changes were made to existing policies so that they align with the policies of MSBA. There will be a “Second Reading” and adoption of these policies at the April 18 Board Meeting. No School Board action was required. 9.02 Review of Policies: Redline Changes - The memorandum included in board packets outlined the “First Reading” of policies previously adopted which now need to be revised. MSBA redline changes have been made to the policies. There will be a “Second Reading” and adoption of these revised policies at the April 18 Board Meeting. No School Board action was required. 10.0 COMMUNICATION 10.01 Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District #916 10.02 Schools for Equity in Education 10.03 CAEF 10.04 MSBA 11.0 INFORMATION ITEMS 11.01 Dates to Note – Upcoming dates and events in the school district 11.02 Presentations or Items of Business from Staff or Board Members 12.0 ADJOURN at 7:15 p.m. Suzanne Guthmueller, School Board Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 26, 2016.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS CALL FOR BIDS Independent School District #12, Centennial Public Schools will receive sealed bids in duplicate for: Centennial School District –Bid Package #22 – Centerville Elementary School - 2016 Parking Lot Improvements – until 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. Bids will be received by the Executive Director of Business Services – Dan Huffman at the District #12 District Offices, 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014 then publicly opened and read aloud. There is no agent for the receipt of bids other than the Executive Director of Business Services – Dan Huffman. Bids shall be submitted on bid form provided by the Bid Documents. The completed bid form shall be submitted without alterations, additions or erasures. Envelopes containing bids must be sealed marked separately “Centennial School District –Bid Package #22 – Centerville Elementary School - 2016 Parking Lot Improvements” with the name and address of the bidder, and the date and hour of the opening. Bids shall be delivered to: Mr. Dan Huffman Executive Director of Business Services Independent School District #12 District Office 4707 North Road Circle Pines, MN 55014 Lump sum bids for the defined work scopes are solicited from contractors specializing in, highly experienced in this work. Procurement of documents: Franz Reprographics 2781 Freeway Blvd Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 Phone: 763-501-3401 www.franzrepro.com Bidding documents will be available on or about April 29, 2016. Each bid of $10,000 or greater shall be accompanied by a certified or cashier’s check, or a bid bond in the amount of at least five (5%) percent of the amount of the bid made payable to ISD #12 as bid security that, if the bid is accepted, the contractor will execute the contract and file the required performance and payment bonds within the allotted time period after notice of award of contract. A pre-bid conference will be held at 7:00 AM on Friday, May 6, 2016 at the Centerville Elementary School 1721 Westview Street Centerville, MN 55038 The Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids or parts of bids and waive any formalities or irregularities in the bidding. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of forty-five (45) days after bid opening without consent of the Board of Education. INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 Centennial School District, Circle Pines, Minnesota Published two times in the Quad Commuity Press on April 26 and May 3, 2016.
CITY OF LINO LAKES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning & Zoning Board of the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Lino Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, Minnesota, to consider the following: • Interim Use Permit to allow for batch plant at 2209 Phelps Road, PIN #24-31-22-42-0012 and 24-31-22-42-0009. For further information regarding the above item, contact City Planner, Katie Larsen, at 651-982-2426. Anyone wishing to be heard regarding these items will be given the opportunity at the time of the hearing. If you have any questions or need special accommodations, please call 651-982-2400. Julie Bartell City Clerk Published one time in the Quad Community Press on April 26, 2016.
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Lino Lakes The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers responded to a call of a suspicious vehicle in the 8000 block of Wood Duck Trail
at 5:46 a.m. April 13. A 30-yearold male from Brooklyn Park was subsequently arrested on multiple warrants, for providing false information to a police officer and for possession of drug paraphernalia. • Officers stopped a vehicle for failure to move over for an emergency vehicle in the 7100
block of I-35E at 12:26 a.m. April 13. The driver, a 43-yearold male from St. Paul, was booked at the Anoka County Jail for third-degree DWI, driving after revocation and a move over violation. • Several fights were reported at a large gathering in the 1300 block of Main St. at 8:17 p.m. April 16. The
investigation is ongoing. • Officers responded to the 700 block of Apollo Drive at 6:19 p.m. April 17 on a report of shoplifting in progress. Officers arrived and arrested a 30-year-old female from Lino Lakes for theft. • Officers responded to the 500 block of Myrtle Lane at 11:08 a.m. April 18 on a fraud
report. The victim, a 32-yearold male from Lino Lakes, reported that an unknown person filed his taxes. The IRS is handling the investigation. • An officer responded to a home in the 100 block of Woodridge Lane at 10:03 a.m. April 19 on a mail theft report. The case is currently under investigation.
OBITUARY John Henry Baltes, age 85, passed away on April 12, 2016. John lived for many years in Circle Pines, Minnesota and more recently in Heber City, Utah. John was born to Norbert and Anna Mae Baltes in New Hampton, Iowa, on December 10, 1930. He graduated from New Hampton High School. John participated in varsity wrestling and greatly enjoyed the sport. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1951 and served until 1954. He served in the Korean War in 1951-52. At that time he continued his education at Elgin National Watch Company in Elgin, Illinois. John worked at Honeywell/ Alliant Techsystems in Minneapolis for 39 years until his retirement in 1994. He continued to work for Rehbein Transit Bus Company transporting schoolchildren in the Centennial School District for many years. John especially loved the Centennial High School wrestlers and coaches, cheered them on at their home meets and drove them to all of their away meets. John will also be
remembered by his love of pigeon racing (Viking and Minneapolis Pigeon Racing Clubs), flying model airplanes and fishing. He also loved repairing watches and clocks in his spare time. John was married to Virginia Snider on August 8, 1954. They were blessed with four children, Julie, Timothy, Barbara and Nancy. They celebrated 61 years of marriage. John was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Lavonne Snider and Mary Kay O’Dowd, brother Robert, and brother-in-laws Bill Kennedy and Rollis Snider. John is survived by his loving wife Virginia; and children
Julie (Mark) Reese of Huntington Beach, CA; Tim (Petra) Baltes of Konigheim, Germany; Barbara (Frank) Gilbert of North Brunswick, NJ; and Nancy Baltes of Minden, NV; along with grandchildren Kristin (Marty), Jennifer (Adam), Jillian, Robin, Julia, Holly, Megan and Emily; and great-grandchildren Madeline and Olivia. Also survived by sisters Ann Kennedy, Rosalie (John) Owens, Evelyn (Ron) Simon, Patti (Jerry) Rochford and Debbie (Dave) Merrill; many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. The family of John Baltes would like to express our deepest gratitude to all those involved in his assistance during these past years. Your loving care will never be forgotten. John will be buried in the Boyd, Iowa Cemetery at some time determined in the future. Memorials are preferred to the Disabled American Veterans: https://www.dav.org/. Condolences may be sent to 551 East 1200 South, #230, Heber City, UT, 84032.
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Officers and firefighters responded to a car fire around 11:15 p.m. Tuesday, April 19 in the 8900 block of Syndicate Avenue in Lexington. The Centennial Lakes Police Department and Lexington Fire Department responded to the call. The fire was extinguished by the Lexington Fire Department and there were no injuries or secondary fires. The fire is not believed to be suspicious in nature.
LEXINGTON CITY COUNCIL NOTES The Lexington City Council took the following action at its April 21 meeting: • Listened to a presentation by County Assessor Sue Rinehart, who shared the updated assessments for the city. No residents wished to address the assessor. • Approved a joint powers agreement with the city of Blaine for the reconstruction of Restwood Road and Flowerfield from Naples Street to North Highway Drive. • Approved the hiring of a part-time
public works employee, Mohamed Elsharkawy. • Approved the hiring of firefighter Todd Messer. • Approved the request for placement of a USAgain textile collection container on city property. USAgain has around 12,000 host sites throughout the state and typically collects around 300,000 to 500,000 pounds of clothes monthly. Originally, the request stated that the container would be placed in the City Hall parking lot; however, a few council members expressed concern that it
CITY OF LINO LAKES ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2016 ROAD MAINTENANCE PROJECT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received by the City of Lino Lakes at the office of the City Clerk until 10:00 a.m. CDT, Tuesday, May 17, 2016, at the Lino Lakes City Hall located at 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, Minnesota 55014 and will be publicly opened and read at said time and place by representatives of the City of Lino Lakes. Said proposals for the furnishing of all labor and materials for construction of the following approximate quantities: 100 LF CMP Culvert Replacement 8,500 SY Mill Bituminous Pavement 9,500 SY Full Depth Reclamation 2,700 TON Bituminous Pavement 230 LF Bituminous Curb 3,500 LF Pavement Striping 250 TON Aggregate Shouldering
would take up parking space, which is already tight when big crowds attend the meetings. • Mayor Mark Kurth expressed his concern of adding the container. “If we let these guys do it, and if someone else comes in [down the road] and we don't want to let them in, are we opening ourselves up to a potential liability? I don't want a parking lot full of collection bins. We are not opening ourselves up to any legal action, are we?” City Attorney Kurt Glasner said that there is nothing in place now, but
The bids must be submitted on the Proposal Forms provided in accordance with the Contract Documents, Plans, and Specifications as prepared by WSB & Associates, Inc., 477 Temperance Street, St. Paul, MN 55101, which are on file with the City Clerk of Lino Lakes and may be seen at the office of the Consulting Engineers or at the office of the City Clerk. Complete digital Proposal Forms, Plans, and Specifications for use by Contractors submitting a bid are available at www.questcdn.com. You may download the digital plan documents for a nonrefundable fee of $25.00 (including the current May 2015 Standard City Specification) by inputting Quest project #4417670 on the website’s Project Search page. Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information. An optional paper set of Proposal Forms, Plans, and Specifications (including the Standard City of Lino Lakes Specification dated May 2015) documents may be obtained from the Consulting Engineers, WSB & Associates, Inc., 477 Temperance Street, St. Paul, MN 55101, for a nonrefundable fee of $75.00 per set, check payable to WSB & Associates, Inc. No bids will be considered unless sealed and filed with the City of Lino
down the road if the city receives more requests, the council might want to consider coming up with a new policy. • City Administrator Bill Petracek shared that the city will start interviews for the open finance director position. The position was previously held by Tina Meyer, who submitted her letter of resignation on March 4. Her last day was April 4. • The next City Council meeting will be Thursday, May 5.
Lakes and accompanied by a cash deposit, cashier’s check, or certified check, or bid bond made payable to the City of Lino Lakes for five percent (5%) of the amount bid, to be forfeited as liquidated damages in the event that the bid be accepted and the bidder fail to enter promptly into a written contract and furnish the required bond. The provisions of Minn. Stat. 16C.285 Responsible Contractor are imposed as a requirement of this contract. All bidders and persons or companies providing a response/submission to the Advertisement for Bids/RFP of the City shall comply with the provisions of the statute. No bids may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of opening of bids. The City of Lino Lakes reserves the right to reject any or all bids. DATED: April 11, 2016 BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL s/s Michael Grochala Community Development Director Lino Lakes, MN Published two times in the Quad Community Press April 26 and May 3, 2016.
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“THE HUNTSMAN: WINTER’S WAR”
(PG-13) (3) [FANTASY ACTION VIOLENCE AND SOME SENSUALITY.]
— Striking special effects, costumes, and sets dominate this action-packed, entertaining, predictable, humor-dotted, 114-minute fantasy film adapted from the classic fairy tale “Snow White” in which two smitten warriors (Chris Hemsworth and Jessica Chastain) and four tenacious little people (Nick Frost, Rob Brydon, Sheridan Smith and Alexandra Roach) try to prevent the revengedriven, cold-hearted, evil Ice Queen (Emily Blunt), who outlaws love in her kingdom after losing a baby daughter and the man she loved, from obtaining the golden mirror that belongs to her jealous, diabolical sister (Charlize Theron) that would give her even more power.
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“A HOLOGRAM FOR THE KING”
(R) (3) [SOME SEXUALITY/NUDITY, LANGUAGE, AND BRIEF DRUG USE.]
— When a divorced, downon-his-luck IT executive (Tom Hanks) leaves Boston for Saudi Arabia to set up a holographic sales pitch with his team (Ben Whishaw, Megan Maczko and Jon Donahue) for the king in this engaging, well-acted, quirky, 97-minute film based on Dave Eggers’ 2012 novel, he finds himself roaming the desert with a taxi driver (Waleed Elgadi), frustrated by absentee Arabic executives (Dhaffer L’Abidine et al.), and falling for a doctor (Sarita Choudhury) who treats him for a nasty cyst on his back.
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“ELVIS & NIXON” (R) (3.5) [SOME LANGUAGE.]
— A hilariously funny, hokey, well-acted, factually inspired, star-studded (Colin Hanks, Tate Donovan, Evan Peters and Tracy Letts), 96-minute film based on Jerry Schilling’s “Me and a Guy Named Elvis” and Egil Krogh’s “The Day Elvis Met Nixon” in which legendary singer Elvis Presley (Michael Shannon) heads to Washington, D.C. in 1971 with two Memphis homeboys (Alex Pettyfer and Johnny Knoxville) to get an audience with skeptical President Nixon (Kevin Spacey) so that he can get a badge that would allow him to become a federal-agent-at-large and go undercover to take down drug dealers.
“CRIMINAL”
(R) (2.5) [STRONG VIOLENCE AND LANGUAGE THROUGHOUT.]
— When a CIA agent (Ryan Reynolds) is killed in London by a ruthless terrorist (Jordi Mollà) and his partner (Antje Traue) in this intense, violent, cliché-filled, star-dotted (Gal Gadot, Alice Eve, Scott Adkins and Robert Davi), 113-minute thriller, a CIA bigwig (Gary Oldman) orders a scientist (Tommy Lee Jones) to use experimental methods to transfer the memories of the dead operative into a dangerous, psychopathic criminal (Kevin Costner) on death row in order to prevent a blackmailing hacker (Michael Pitt) from selling software known as “The Wormhole” to the highest bidder that would allow them access to U.S. military launch codes.
WENDY SCHADEWALD The preceding films were reviewed by Wendy Schadewald, who has been a Twin Cities film critic since 1986. To see more of her film reviews, log on to www.shortredheadreelreviews.com.
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