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FOOD SHELF: Looks for ways to better serve the community PAGE 2

Project Banjo: ‘Still a lot of what ifs’ BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

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For serious anglers in Minnesota, the fishing opener is a sacred holiday and the unofficial beginning of summer—a day that roughly half a million anglers eagerly await each year. Some think of it purely as the walleye opener, but the season opener includes a number of species that reside in Minnesota waters, such as northern pike, trout, and—in some areas of the state— bass. This year’s fishing opener will occur one week later than usual on Saturday, May 14. That’s because Minnesota state statute requires the opener to occur precisely two weeks before the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend.

CENTERVILLE — A proposal from a business code-named “Project Banjo” will move on to the City Council later this month with a lengthy list of conditions and “what ifs.” Project Banjo has submitted zoning applications for a 141,000-square-foot fulfillment center on the 40 acres of land (Rehbein property) between 20th and 21st avenues and north of Fairview Street. The facility would include a large covered loading area for delivery vans and could employ approximately 600 people. The business has asked the city to sign a nondisclosure agreement to protect its identity and “trade secrets” from competitors. The Planning Commission recently considered a site plan review, preliminary plat and conditional use permit (CUP) for a planned unit development as well as a few other CUPs related to the project. The applicants are RJ Ryan Companies and current owner R & R Leasing Inc. “You decided to consider project as a PUD,” said City Planner Phil Carlson. “There are enough issues, and it is complex enough, that city code does allow you to consider it a PUD. That way, the city city can negotiate with the applicant and come up SEE PROJECT BANJO, PAGE 10

Lino Lakes seeking short-term and long-term solution for fire fleet BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

LINO LAKES — The public safety department is looking for both a short-term and long-term solution after one of its apparatuses had to be taken out of service. Aerial 11 had its annual Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Fire Protection (NFPA) inspection last month. The inspection found that the vehicle’s frame has catastrophic rust jacking. Rust happens

when iron and oxygen react, usually in the presence of water. Public Safety Director John Swenson said the problem was first found during the annual inspection that was completed shortly after Lino Lakes took possession of the vehicle from the Centennial Fire District in 2016. Each year, the apparatus has been inspected and monitored for rust, but this year the rust was too great, and the truck failed the inspection. The main benefit of having Aerial 11 in the city’s SEE FIRE FLEET, PAGE 15

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Project Banjo has submitted zoning applications for a 141,000-square-foot fulfillment center on the 40 acres of land (Rehbein property) between 20th and 21st avenues and north of Fairview Street in Centerville.

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Food shelf looks for ways to better serve the community BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

At a time when the Centennial Community Food Shelf (CCFS) should be seeing more families walk through its doors, members of the board are scratching their heads wondering why that’s not the case. In an effort to try to get to the bottom of it and find out ways the food shelf can improve, the leadership team has launched a survey intended for both clients and non-clients. Robert Parent, a CCFS board member, said he works a lot with the Foundation for Essential Needs (FFEN) and has been working very closely with the North St. Paul food shelf to help that organization relocate. “We are looking at the numbers at food shelves and the numbers are really starting to increase because of the cost of everything and the way the economy is right now,” he explained. “When we look at our food shelf in Circle Pines, our numbers are decreasing and we can't

understand why.” Parent said the food shelf has already discovered a couple of items that may be working against them. A couple of weeks ago, Parent recalled, a couple of families that live nearby visited the CCFS They had been traveling quite far to go to another food shelf because they didn’t know about CCFS. If a Quad area resident searches “food shelf near me” on Google, CCFS is nowhere to be found. Perhaps another issue is the fact that there are no signs along Lake Drive indicating that there is a food shelf located in City Hall. “As a board, we just want to make sure that the community understands that we are here as resource. If there's people out there that maybe know we are there, but they're not satisfied with the service we provide … we need to start getting some of that feedback so we can get better as a group.” Thus, the survey. The eight-question survey asks clients how often they use the food shelf; whether they have difficulty finding

transportation to the food shelf; for which products (produce, meat, baking items, hygiene) they would like to have more choices; how satisfied they are with the food shelf’s hours; how the food shelf can improve a client’s experience, and more.

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or visit www.centennial foodshelf.org “We want to start getting feedback from the community on reasons why they don’t come (to the food shelf), or things that we can get better at or improve moving

forward,” Parent said. “Ultimately, we're hoping to improve our service to the community.” The online survey is meant not only for clients of the food shelf, but also community members. Paper copies of the survey have been distributed around the community in an effort to reach non-clients. Parent explained that the Centennial Lakes Police Department has surveys it can give to families who may need to utilize the food shelf, and surveys are also available at Festival Foods in Lexington and the Centennial Library in Circle Pines. Last year around this time, the food shelf was serving about 32 families a night compared to this year’s 22 families per night. Although that is not a dramatic decrease, other food shelves have seen an increased need, Parent explained. CCFS’ food rescue program has also seen impacts. Second Harvest and other partners donate items that are about to hit their expiration or sell-by dates. “In the past, rescue food was probably 30%

of our incoming supply … Because of the inflated prices now, we are not seeing that anymore. We have really seen a reduction in the amount of food rescue coming to the food shelf,” he said. The selection through Second Harvest has also gone down, so CCFS is partnering with Festival Foods to purchase products they haven’t been able to find elsewhere. Some feedback the food shelf has already received is that some families are not able to utilize the food shelf because it is only open during weekdays and not on the weekends. Parent said CCFS is looking into how it could expand its hours. The survey is available by scanning a QR code or visiting the food shelf’s website at www. centennialfoodshelf.org . Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@ presspubs.com.

WHAT’S HAPPENING • WHAT’S HAPPENING • WHAT’S HAPPENING ONGOING EVENTS HUGO SENIOR CITIZENS PLAY '500'

When: 12:45 p.m. May 19; the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre, east end of Hugo Public Works building, 6900 137th Street N. Details: Games begin at 12:45 p.m. Refreshments and coffee served. All senior citizens from the area invited. Contact: 651-592-0369 or barbconnolly1958@yahoo.com

HUGO SENIOR CLUB

When: 1 p.m. Monday, May 16; the 3rd Monday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre, east end of Hugo Public Works building, 6900 137th Street N. Details: Short meeting followed by afternoon of games. Refreshments served. News members welcome; annual dues $10. Contact: 651-592-0369 or barbconnolly1958@yahoo.com

CRIBBAGE

When: 12:45 p.m. Monday, May 24; the 4th Monday of every month Where: Rice Lake Centre, east end of Hugo Public Works building, 6900 137th Street N. Details: Senior citizens from Hugo and surrounding area are invited to an afternoon of cribbage. Coffee and refreshments served. Contact: 651-429-4413

FARE FOR ALL

When: 1-3 p.m. Friday, May 13 Where: Community of Grace Church, 4000 Linden St., White Bear Lake Details: Opportunity to buy fresh produce and meats at a lower cost. Community-supported and open to everyone. Contact: thefoodgroupmn.org

CURRENT EVENTS OUTDOOR EVENING YOGA

When: 6-7 p.m. Thursdays, May 5 through Sept. 15 Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve, North Picnic Pavilion Details: Tune into the sights and sounds of nature and release stress through guided yoga sequences designed to improve balance, flexibility, breath awareness, and muscle tone. Open to all levels. Bring

a mat and arrive 5-10 minutes early. Registration required; $8/person per session or $140 for a 20-week season pass. Contact: 651-430-8370 or co.washington.mn.us

LINDSTROM VENNELAG LODGE SONS OF NORWAY HERITAGE FEST

When: 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 10 Where: Scandia Community Center, 14727 209th St. N. Details: Enjoy Norwegian foods such as lefse, meatballs, sausage, open face sandwiches, herring and baked goods, dance to music by the Chmielewski Fun Time Band, bid on silent auction items, and purchase Norske Lotteri mystery bags. Tickets $20 in advance only. Contact: 715-579-8172 or 651-257-2375

MATTERS-WHAT IS YOUR WATERSHED DOING? When: 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesday, May 11 Where: Boatworks Commons, 4495 Lake Ave S., White Bear Lake Details: May League of Women Voters meeting provides information about local watershed government with Dawn Tanner, Program Development Director of the VLAWMO. Zoom session available on Thursday, May 11, from 7-8 p.m. Contact: lwv-wbla.org

LET’S MAKE STUFF: MICROGREENS

When: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 12 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Learn about the nutritional benefits of micro greens and plant your own in a creative class for adults. Registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/ events

HEART 4 ART

When: Three sessions on Thursday, May 12: 8-9 a.m. breakfast; noon-1 p.m. lunch; 6:30-7:30 dinner Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, Details: WBCA's annual fundraiser supports affordable arts programs for people of all ages and abilities. Free to attend. Table sponsorships available. Contact: lswanson@whitebeararts.org

WE BELONG TO THE EARTH: THE TRANSFORMATION OF AFTER-DEATH CHOICES When: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, May 12

Where: Belwin Education Center, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton Details: Jean Buckley and Anne Archbold, leaders of the local Land Conservation Natural Burial Project, will discuss three kinds of natural burial, water cremation and other ways of “greening” death geared to the environmentally conscious to ensure their bodies will conserve natural resources after death. Contact: 651-436-5189 or belwin.org

BACKYARD BOOK NOOK

When: 10-11:30 a.m. (ages 2-5) and 1-2:30 p.m. (ages 5-12) Saturday, May 14 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd. White Bear Township Details: Read “The Hike” by Alison Farrell followed by a hands-on activity, play in the mud kitchen, and take a forest walk with a naturalist. $10.50 per adult/child pair ages 2-5; $6.50/child for ages 5-12. Contact: ramseycounty.us/residents/ parks-recreation/tamarack-naturecenter/programs-events

BE A BETTER BIRDER

When: 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Sunday, May 15 Where: Belwin Education Center, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton Details: Spend a morning honing your birding skills and walking Belwin’s trails with a naturalist, looking for birds passing through as well as those that will call this area home for the summer. Registration $25. Contact: 651-436-5189 or belwin.org

SPRING ROYAL TEA PARTY

When: 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 15 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Kids ages 10 and under can visit with a princess and enjoy storytelling, crafts, and resreshments. Registration $10/ person by May 11. Contact: shoreviewmn.gov/parks-rec/ special-events

ANOKA COUNTY MASTER GARDENER'S PLANT SALE When: 2-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 17; 9 a.m.1 p.m. Wednesday, May 18 Where: Anoka County Fairgrounds, 3200 St Francis Blvd NW, Anoka Details: Plant sale open to the public with healthy, locally-grown plants, perennials, annuals, vegetables, flowers and more. Also master gardeners available to provide planting tips and advice. “Last chance

sale” is 2-4 p.m. May 18. Contact: .anokamastergardeners.org/ ask-a-master-gardener

CROCHETERS CORNER

When: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 17 Where: Caribou Coffee, 730 Apollo Drive, Lino Lakes Details: Join Whimsical Wigs Crocheters on the 3rd Tuesday of the month to share crochet patterns and tips and tricks for making super hero beanies and accessories for princess wigs to be given to kids going through cancer treatment. No cost to join and free yarn. Contact: WhimsicalWigsMN@gmail. com

QUAD AREA SENIOR WELLNESS EXPO & HEALTH FAIR

When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, May 19 Where: St. Genevieve Community Center, 6995 Centerville Rd., Centerville Details: Free event offers resources and information to active older adults and their caregivers on aging well in the community. Food, entertainment, and health screening. No registration necessary. Contact: quadareachamber.org

MEDITATION: A VACATION FROM STRESS

When: 7-8 p.m. Thursday, May 19 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Presentation on the benefits of meditation followed by a practice session led by a Certified Life Coach specializing in mental fitness and life planning services. Registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/ events

PTO FAMILY FUN DAY

When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, May 20 Where: Blue Heron Elementary, Lino Lakes Details: Food trucks, DJ, craft vendors, and silent auction.

CENTENNIAL COMMUNITY BAND SPRING CONCERT

When: 6 p.m. Friday, May 20 Where: Centennial High School Performing Arts Center, 4761 North Rd., Circle Pines Details: Local musicians perform a variety of music. Contact: centennialcommunityband.org

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POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • An officer responded to an abandoned bicycle in a ditch in the 600 block of 62nd Street April 26. The bike was collected for safekeeping. • Officers responded to a report of a loose dog that was found and contained in the 900 block of James Street April 26. A microchip was found by an animal care facility, and the animal was returned to its home. • Officers responded to a residence for a report of disorderly conduct in the 300 block of Ware Circle April 26. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer was dispatched to a motor vehicle property damage crash on Main Street and I-35E April 26. Both vehicles were driven from the location and a crash report was completed. • An officer was dispatched to a local business in the 6500 block of Ware Road Suite 360 April 26 for possible drugs found. The officer documented the incident and the drug was disposed of. • An officer responded to a residence in the 6600 block of Blue Heron Drive April 26 on a barking dog complaint where the dog was not barking at the time of the call, but the other neighbors were reported to have become angry about the problem. The owner of the dog was contacted and advised of the complaint and ordinance. • An officer responded to a business where suspected narcotics were located by an employee in the 700 block of Apollo Drive April 26. The suspected narcotics were placed into secure storage to be destroyed. There are no suspects at this time. • Officers received a report of a suspicious phone call in the 1300 block of Hunters Ridge April 27. The individual wanted the incident documented. • An officer was dispatched to a call regarding a possible scam in the 7100 block of Ivy Ridge Court April 27. The officer determined no crime had been committed and provided the caller with information to prevent themselves from becoming a victim of fraud. • Officers requested to speak with the owner of a vehicle believed to be abandoned in another state in the 7100 block of Snow Owl Circle April 27. The officers investigated and learned the person parked their vehicle while they were on a hiking trip and there were no problems. • An officer spoke with a resident about a black bear sighting in the 1900 block of Bloom Court April 27. Information was collected, and the officer recommended the caller remove all attractive food sources from their yard. • An officer spoke with another resident about a bear sighting in the 1900 block of Bloom Court April 27. The officer recommended the caller remove any food or garbage so the bear would continue on its

journey. • An officer took a report of a city vehicle involved in an accident in the 1100 block of Main Street April 28. There were no injuries and a report was completed. • An officer took a call of a road rage incident on Lake Drive at Apollo Drive April 28. The officer spoke with the parties involved about the problem. • An officer spoke with a female in the 400 block of Main Street April 28 on how to handle a civil issue and possible narcotics situation. • Officers received a report of suspicious mail that was received at a residence in the 1900 block of Rehbein Street April 28. The homeowner wanted the incident documented. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation and found drug paraphernalia in plain view on Centerville Road and Ash Street April 29. The driver was issued a citation. • Officers received a traffic complaint in a neighborhood in the 6900 block of Lakeview Drive April 29. Extra patrol will be provided. • An officer responded to a report of a possible illegal burn at a residence in the 8100 block of Diane Street April 29. The officer found the fire was only illegal in size, and spoke with the resident about the violation. The officer asked the resident to reduce the size of the fire; no citations were issued. • Officers responded to a neighborhood on a call about a suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of Woodridge Lane April 30. The vehicle was gone prior to officers’ arrival. • An officer responded to a local gas station for a report of theft of fuel in the 7000 block of 21st Avenue South Suite A April 30. The officer documented the incident and is investigating. • Officers responded to an anonymous noise complaint in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway May 1. Occupants at the location were asked to keep the noise down. • Officers responded to a report of found drug paraphernalia in the 6900 block of Sunrise Drive May 2. The item was collected and destroyed. The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Police responded to the area on Main Street and 20th Avenue in Centerville for a motor vehicle accident April 27. Upon arrival, both drivers advised they were fine and did not need an ambulance. The vehicles were removed from the scene and no there were no charges. • An officer conducted a traffic stop near Griggs Avenue and Lovell Road in Lexington April 27. The male driver was subsequently arrested on an outstanding warrant. • An officer observed a traffic violation near

the intersection of Village Parkway and Lake Drive in Circle Pines April 27. An adult male was subsequently arrested on an outstanding warrant. • Officer took a fraud report in the 8000 block of Lexington Avenue in Lexington April 27. • Officers were dispatched to the 3800 block of Patriot Lane in Lexington April 29 on an informational report. • Officers were dispatched to a phone call report of a catalytic converter theft in the 300 block of Forest Drive April 29 in Circle Pines. Officer took information for a report. • Police responded to the area of Griggs and Restwood in Lexington on a report of a suspicious male with a firearm visible on his person. • An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Star Lane in Circle Pines April 29 for a report of theft. • Officers were dispatched to the 9100 block of Dunlap Avenue on a report of a robbery/ kidnapping in Lexington April 29. Upon further investigation, it was determined that there were insistencies with people’s stories and at this time, there was no crime that occurred in the city of Lexington. Further follow-up is to be conducted. • Police responded to a report of shoplifting in the 9200 block of South Highway Drive April 30 in Lexington. • An officer dispatched an informational report in the 6900 block of Dupre Road in Centerville April 30. • Officers were dispatched to the 3900 block of Restwood Road for a neighbor dispute April 30. The parties were separated. • An officer was dispatched to the 1300 block of Mound Trail in Centerville for an informational report May 1. • An officer was dispatched to the 1900 block of 73rd Street on a report of a stolen vehicle May 1. • An officer conducted a traffic stop near Lexington Avenue and Lake Drive in Circle Pines May 1. The driver and passenger were verbally warned for violations. • An officer conducted a traffic stop near Lake Drive and Restwood Road in Lexington May 1. • An officer conducted a traffic stop near Main Street and 21st Avenue in Centerville May 2. • An officer was dispatched to the 7200 block of Mill Road May 2 in Centerville regarding an animal complaint. The owner was given a verbal warning. • An officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for suspicious activity on 73rd Street and Twin Lakes Avenue in Centerville May 3. One adult female was arrested and two adult males were cited. • Officers were dispatched to the 9000 block of Griggs Avenue for a dumping complaint in Lexington May 3.

Partners in Policymaking accepts applications for leadership training A comprehensive, free advocacy training course is now taking applications from Minnesotans with disabilities and parents of young children with developmental disabilities. “We will help individuals be more effective in advocating for their needs. The result is self-confidence and understanding of disability law and policies,” said Dr. Colleen Wieck, executive director of the Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities. “As they gain experience in speaking up for people with disabilities, many have become leaders in their own communities.” The Minnesota Governor’s Council on

Developmental Disabilities introduced the Partners in Policymaking program in 1987. Through expansion to other states and countries, the program has trained more than 27,000 people worldwide and 1,100 people in Minnesota. Beginning in September, eight sessions over nine months will be offered. The training is designed to help participants become effective advocates for themselves, their children and others with disabilities. National experts are invited to present and guide group participation exercises to emphasize learning. The training will increase critical thinking, awareness of laws and

procedures and effective communication skills. Sessions cover the history of disability and self-advocacy movements, inclusive education, supported living and competitive employment. Sessions will be held at the Crowne Plaza Aire, at 3 Appletree Square in Bloomington, near Mall of America. Limited to 35 Minnesotans, participants are selected by a panel of program graduates and representatives of the council. The first session for the 2022-23 program year is Sept. 16-17. Applications are due by July 15. For more information, or to apply, go

to https://mn.gov/mnddc/partnersinpolicymaking/class40/index.html or contact Brenton Rice at brenton@ togevents.com or call 651-242-6589. “This program is based on the belief that systems change is best brought about through the efforts of those most affected by them, and we seek to arm these individuals with the tools needed to be successful in the public policy arena,” said Wieck. Contributed

PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ITEMS FOR BID: MILK/MISC. DAIRY PRODUCTS BID OPENING: THURSDAY, MAY 26TH, 2022, 2:00 P.M. INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 NUTRITION SERVICES OFFICE 399 ELM STREET, CIRCLE PINES, MN 55014 Sealed bids will be received by Independent School District 12 at the Nutrition Services Office at 399 Elm Street, Circle Pines, MN 55014, until May 26th, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at which time all bids will be opened and read publicly. Bids are being invited on the purchase of milk and related products for District 12 school. Bids must be submitted on proposal forms furnished by the district and be in accordance with specifications. The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. All Bids are to be addressed to the Director of Nutrition Services and be properly identified with the inscription: MILK/MISC.DAIRY PRODUCTS BID.

Tara Forner, Food Service Director Published two times in the Quad Community Press, May 10 and 17, 2022.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF ANOKA DISTRICT COURT, TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

COURT FILE NUMBER: 02-PR-22-263 CASE TYPE: PROBATE AMENDED NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In Re the Estate of Donald E Kray It is ordered and notice is given that on July 5, 2022 at 9:00 am a hearing will be held remotely at 2100 3rd Avenue, Anoka, MN 55303 for the formal probate of a document that is claimed to be the original Will of the Decedent, dated April 26, 2021 and for the appointment of Thomas Kray, 4436 Park Ct., White Bear Lake, MN 55110, as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration.

Any objections to the petition should be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. NOTE: You will need to pay a filing fee when you file the objection. If you cannot afford the fee, you can ask for a fee waiver (see http://mncourts.gov/ GetForms.aspx?c=19&p=69). If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. BY THE COURT: Lori O’Brien, Court Administrator Date: April 18, 2022 Published two times in the Quad Community Press on May 3 and 10, 2022.

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Understand your anxieties

DON’T RECALL a time in my life when the word “anxiety” has come up so often. It shows up with staff at the newspapers, friends, our families, and from what I read and see, it’s a worldwide concern. Maybe it shouldn’t be surprising as we are just coming out of a pandemic. Many people experienced tragedy and loneliness. A strong economy is now deflating, inflation is showing up everywhere, especially in the areas of petroleum and prices in the grocery store. For the last couple of weeks, with newspaper leaders and friends, I have been asking the question, “ How do you keep anxiety in check?” Answers have varied. Some take a faith-based attitude; others go to trusted advisors about serious questions and decisions. Getting adequate rest and having quiet time set aside helps. Some suggested, and I agree, that About the having a diversion can help distract Town your attention from the issues that causing anxiety. If anxiety gets to Gene Johnson are be too much, seek local resources for professional help and counseling. I thought I would consult with a longtime friend, Jon Penton, who is a retired clinical psychologist now living in Anna Marie Island, Florida. Jon called me last week and we reflected on how he has dealt with clients with various types of anxiety. He referenced a book that had been helpful to him throughout his professional career. It’s titled ‘Telling Yourself the Truth’ by William Backus and Marie Chapian. That got me to pause to reflect on an attitude, “What do you tell yourself?” We all have problems that cause anxieties. Life is not free of that. I find it helpful to reference Philippians 4:6-7 (“The Message” by Eugene Peterson) which advises turning it over to the Lord. “Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life.” Many of us have trusted advisors. Relationships are very important. On a major problem, we don’t make decisions in darkness or without advice. Asking questions can be very helpful. A lot of times with a good bit of research and advice, the problem becomes clear. What we tell ourselves makes all the difference. Back in September, Jon went through major heart surgery at the University of Minnesota. It was a success and the fact that he had 1,800 people tracking him on CaringBridge was a tremendous encouragement to him. POLITICS IS NEVER safe in Minnesota when the legislature is in session. As we get close to the end of this session, I must compliment them for using surplus funds to restore the unemployment fund that was depleted during the pandemic. Taxes are high in Minnesota. If rates are increased, it’s very difficult for small business to operate. However, they also are funding those workers in various professions and fields that worked extra hours under a lot of stress during the Covid-19 period. However, there is a $6 million surplus and I think that could be used to lower taxes. For example, Minnesota is one of several states where Social Security is taxed. Also, there is another tax that I think would be helpful if it were reduced and that’s for retired people who choose to change their residency to some of the southern states where there is no state tax. Minnesota state tax is punitive and there are several states that reduced their state tax rate for those in retirement years. Gene Johnson is publisher emeritus of Press Publications.

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2022 legislative session in final stretch

he 2022 legislative session is in its final stretch as the House Democrat majority’s remaining supplemental budget bills will be approved by the Minnesota House this week. Last year, lawmakers passed a two-year budget for the state of Minnesota. This means that state government is already fully funded, so any spending approved this year would go above and beyond what was agreed to during the last legislative session. This Legislator is called supplemental Lingo spending, but Donald as is the case with many Raleigh things in the government, what it really means is a tax increase on everyone reading this article. In total, House Democrats are looking to increase government spending by more than $7 billion—using up the majority of the state’s $9.3 billion budget surplus on growing government, not returning the surplus to the taxpayers, where it belongs! Their budget would spend $21 for every $1 in tax cuts.

I have long advocated a different approach, one that would see the surplus returned to taxpayers. For me, it’s clear that the surplus belongs to the hardworking people of Minnesota, and you deserve your money back. All of us are struggling as inflation continues to impact our family budgets. We see it everywhere including grocery prices, gas prices, home heating/energy bills, and more. That’s why we need to put the surplus back in your pocket. As for the supplemental budget omnibus bills, each of these legislative packages has had provisions included that I would support if given a chance to vote on them as standalone bills. Unfortunately, I must consider the whole of the package when determining how to vote on an omnibus bill. Taking that into account, the dramatic increase in spending, several policy provisions, and raising your taxes has prevented me from voting for these bills. I have spoken with many of you who are confused and ask me, “Why did you vote yes or no on a bill when I know you do or don’t support a specific issue?” It is a good question and one that is hard to explain in a short time. It is because the part I support, or don’t support, is buried in an omnibus bill

that contains multiple bills across multiple subjects. For example, I support removing the Minnesota tax on Social Security benefits. I do not support adding billions of dollars in new spending with the surplus. It is your money and we should give it back. Moving forward, the House and Senate will meet in conference committees to hash out the differences in their bills. After negotiations, they will reach compromise agreements on the supplemental budget and many of these bills will likely come back in much better shape than when they left the House. I hope that the Senate stands firm, and we can provide the tax relief that Minnesotans so badly deserve. When I was first elected to serve you and our awesome community in the legislature, I made it my mission to be responsive to your questions, comments, and concerns. I want to be available and transparent as a legislator in St. Paul. To that end, I encourage you to reach out to me if you have any questions about these bills, an issue, or any vote I have taken this year. I can be reached at rep.donald. raleigh@house.mn or via phone at 651-296-2907. Donald Raleigh is the state representative for District 38A.

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Restore true public service

In today's political climate, we are inundated with fearmongering news stories and phony outrage, and are told to accept this is "politics as usual." I hope to change that. My name is Elliott Engen, and I recently had the privilege of earning the GOP endorsement to run in District 36A for the Minnesota House, which includes Lino Lakes, Circle Pines, Centerville, North Oaks and White Bear Township. I am a son, brother, husband and sixth-generation Minnesotan who never intended to run for office but was compelled to do so to change “politics as usual” and restore true public service. I attended White Bear Lake public schools, where I met my wife, Faith. I graduated from Hamline University, majoring in legal studies and international relations while also playing for the baseball team. I have worked in manufacturing, the legal field as a prosecution assistant and the criminal division of Hennepin County Courts, and currently serve as public service coordinator for a nonprofit dedicated to conservation efforts for hunting and fishing across the nation. Experience matters, but integrity is even more crucial, which is what I intend to bring to the Legislature. This is lacking in most aspects of our government. Career politicians focus on wealth, fame and being big things rather than doing big things. Instead, I will prioritize answering your phone call, serving our communities and bringing greater transparency to St. Paul. Minnesota is not as safe as it once was. Our students are falling behind and struggle with mental health due to harmful policies toward the pandemic. The economy is setting families back while hindering entrepreneurship and causing stagnation. It’s time to change that. I'll work to address these issues. Something we can all agree on is

that Minnesota should be a great place to live, work and raise a family. To accomplish this, we must hold criminals accountable, put students first and rein in government greed through excessive taxation. Visit www.elliottengen.com or email me at info@elliottengen. com with any questions. Elliott Engen Candidate, MN House- 36A White Bear Township

Enough is enough

I read with interest the letter from Scott Moehring, “Propaganda mainstream narrative,” April 26 and his letter, “We are the experiment,” Feb. 15. I believe he is right to follow the money and question where the main source of COVID-19 propaganda is coming from. Most of the mainstream media are owned by the same few companies and are largely funded by Big Pharma ads. They dare not report on early, effective treatments for COVID such as those used by the authors of the book: “Overcoming The Covid Darkness” by Brian Tyson, M.D. and George Fareed, M.D., lest they lose their main source of revenue. They had successfully treated 7,000 COVID patients at the time the book was published. The number has since grown to 10,000. The media outlets that suppressed doctors like this can no longer be trusted sources of information. Likewise, Google could also be suspect in the suppression of information since it owns two pharmaceutical companies, one in 2013 and one in 2015. Doctors with years of impeccable qualifications were suddenly "misinformation" while very profitable vaccines were given favorable coverage. But it gets worse. How can we be expected to trust a drug company like Pfizer, who has paid one of the largest health care fraud settlements in U.S. history? We are told that the vaccines are "safe and effective," despite the fact that the FDA (also partially funded by Big Pharma) has been asked for 55 years to release the safety data, a huge red flag. Are we supposed to think this is normal? We have millions disrespecting

the laws of our nation coming through the southern border without permission. The border patrol reports that they are overwhelmed by the influx of persons from over 100 different countries and that soon they will lose control of our southern border completely. Does that constitute an invasion and, if so, what does our citizenship mean? We are told that we may have to pivot back to mitigation strategies to control the spread of COVID while at the same time there does not seem to be an effort by the federal government to stop COVID and other diseases, some which we have previously eradicated in this country. When does this stop? It stops when we say ‘no.’ Journalists need to get back to being honest reporters like they used to be, and our elected officials have clearly failed us. It’s time to clean house and, while we’re at it, let’s clean the Senate, too. Enough is enough. Rose Spanjers Circle Pines

Thank you from Powerpack

Thank you to all who supported the Powerpack program this school year. For the 2021-22 school year, the Powerpack program distributed on average 265 packs per week (beginning in September with 177/week and ending in May with 316/week) to the 10 Centennial Schools (one preschool, five elementary schools, one middle school, one high schools and the Centennial Alternative Learning Center and Pines School). Total packs distributed will be 9,823, with a total of 19,662 pounds of food. Powerpack is entirely run by volunteers. We rely 100% on food and monetary donations. If you would like to contribute or learn more, please email powerpackdistrict12@ gmail.com Julia Anderson and the entire Powerpack Team

Dr. Michael Hyden, DDS

Age 67 of Lino Lakes passed away peacefully with his family at his side on April 4, 2022. Mike grew up in Roseville, Minnesota, graduating from Kellogg High School in 1972 and Hamline University in 1976. He then went on to graduate from the University of MN School of Dentistry in 1979. As a long time dentist (37 years) in Lino Lakes, Mike along with his partner, Dr. Craig Sulzdorf successfully operated Lino Lakes Family Dentistry in Lino Lakes – the big toothbrush on Apollo Drive. Mike was an avid golfer always striving to lower his handicap. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons and close friends along with an occasional cigar in the man cave. He truly enjoyed the time he could spend underwater photographing the beautiful reefs and sea life in the Caribbean. Mike is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Deb (Jacobson); sons, Matthew and Sam; mother, Trudy Hyden; father, Ron Hyden; siblings, Diane Hyden, Cindy Bunch and Bill Hyden (Dinah); nephews, Sean Bunch, Rob Bunch (Angie), Conner and Nathan Hyden; niece, Jessica Delaske; the Jacobson family in-laws and very special friends, Phil & Beth Bachman, David & Susan Bachman, Craig & Carol Sulzdorf. A special thank you to the wonderful staff at The Pillars Hospice Home in Oakdale and the hospice team from AccentCare for their loving and compassionate care. Mike enjoyed teasing them every day and encouraged them to belong to the “A” team. They will miss preparing his ham and cheese sandwich with Doritos for lunch every day. A celebration of Mike’s life will be held on Saturday, May 21 from noon-4 p.m. at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Lino Lakes, 7050 Lake Dr (Cty 23). Please join the family for laughter, tears and to pay tribute to the extraordinary man “Doc” was. There will be an opportunity to share your Doc story if you choose. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the ALS Association of Minnesota, the American Cancer Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Mueller-Bies 651-784-3390, www.muellerbies.com

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CITY BRIEFS Sprinkling bans will begin soon

As lawns begin to green and temperatures begin to rise, residents will likely want to start sprinkling their lawns. However, many cities have sprinkling restrictions in place during the summer. Centerville’s ban began May 1 and runs through Sept. 1. In addition, residents are not allowed to water their lawns and gardens between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Circle Pines’ sprinkling ban will begin June 1. As a part of the city’s water conservation efforts, the city has adopted an ordinance that regulates daytime sprinkling of lawns from June 1 through August 31. If you have an address that ends in an even number, you are able to water your lawn on even-numbered days before 10 a.m. or after 7 p.m. If you have an address that ends in an odd number, you are able to water your lawn on odd-numbered days before 10 a.m. or after 7 p.m. In Lino Lakes, that ban begins much earlier — May 15 — and runs through Sept. 15. Lawn watering will be prohibited from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and the odd/even rule also applies. The cities often have some exceptions to these rules, including for new sod or seed. Contact your city if you have questions.

Watershed gearing up for repair, will impact Circle Pines residents

CIRCLE PINES — The Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) is gearing up for its next drainage system repair. The RCWD is the public drainage authority and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of public drainage systems within its boundaries. The public drainage systems are extensive networks of ditches and tiles that provide drainage and flood control for urban and rural communities. There are 22 systems with a total length of approximately 116 miles within the district. Many of these public drainage systems were established in the late 1800s to mid 1900s. At the time the drainage systems were established, landowners were paid for the land area needed for construction and maintenance. That land area is similar to road rights of way, and allows RCWD access for inspection, maintenance and repairs. A repair project for Anoka County Ditch (ACD) 53-62 is scheduled to begin in late summer or early fall. ACD 53-62 flows from Blaine through Circle Pines to Golden Lake. Repairs will include sediment removal, reshaping of the banks, removal of trees where necessary and establishment of vegetation. The project will restore the system’s capacity and efficiency to move surface water downstream. Before construction begins, the RCWD plans to host an informational meeting for residents at Circle Pines City Hall sometime in early June (a date/ time has not yet been set). For more information, visit www.ricecreek.org. MDAN For questions, contact Ashlee Ricci at aricci@ricecreek.org.

Blaine grass fire burns over 80 acres

Drive and I-35W; Sunset Avenue and Main Street; Lake Drive and Main Street; Main Street and I-35E; County Road J and I-35E; and County Road J and Hodgson Road. Community Development Director Michael Grochala explained that it will be important to develop a unified plan/theme for all of those areas. Council members said they were supportive of the idea. Mayor Rob Rafferty said the master planning process would be important so that the city does not miss out on opportunities while these sites are developing. He gave the example of how the city may have missed out on the opportunity to locate gateway signage on the corner of Main Street and Elmcrest Avenue where the new Associated Eye Care building is under construction.

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The Rookery Activity Center in Lino Lakes will open its doors to the public May 23.

Date set for Rookery opening

LINO LAKES — After two years in the making, the Rookery Activity Center (RAC) will open its doors to the public on May 23. The former YMCA building, located at 7690 Village Drive, has been transformed into the RAC. Beginning May 23, the public will be able to purchase memberships in person or online. Memberships will grant members access to the lap pool, recreational zero-depth pool with waterslide and water play feature, sauna, gymnasium, locker rooms, guest passes, discounts on programs and services, priority registration for programs and access to the fitness floor, and basic fitness classes provided by Endurance Fitness. Premium services for an additional cost include aquatic programs, drop-in child watch, towel service and other recreational programs; as well as premium fitness classes and personal training provided by Endurance Fitness. The RAC will be open 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday or Saturday and 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. May 23 will be the soft opening, and the city plans to have an open house for the community before Memorial Day. A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony is also planned for September. There are still several job openings at the staff. Lisa Lame, RAC manager, said the biggest need remains in the aquatics area, which was about 50% staffed last week. For more information about the RAC, visit www.linolakes.us/therookery .

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Circle Pines partners with company for ash borer treatment

Emerald ash borer (EAB) was confirmed within the city of Circle Pines in March 2019. However, Parks Superintendent Pat Stapleton says city staff has been preparing for EAB since 2011-12, when a citywide ash tree inventory was performed. Starting in 2013, city crews and contractors have been treating ash trees in good condition and removing ash trees in poor condition to reduce the concentrated impact that EAB would have on the city. Circle Pines currently is treating 46 public ash trees on boulevards and in parks for EAB. The city plans to treat these remaining ash trees until all ash trees in public parks and on public boulevards can be removed and new trees planted. Ash trees in Circle Pines are at a high risk of being infested with EAB. Residents should consider treatment or removal of their ash trees to preserve their tree or keep removal costs lower. If removal of EAB-infested trees is delayed, the trees can become brittle and dangerous to remove, which usually increases the cost of removal. Treating ash trees can be a fairly inexpensive way to preserve your tree and enjoy its benefits, compared to the cost of removal. Circle Pines has a partnership with Rainbow Tree Care, a company that will evaluate your ash tree for EAB and offer a pesticide treatment for EAB at a discounted price. Residents should expect to see a post card from Rainbow Tree Care in the mail in June. “It is highly recommended that a professional apply chemicals for the treatment of EAB. If you hire a contractor to treat or remove your ash tree, it is recommended to follow the University of Minnesota extension’s guidelines for hiring an arborist or tree company,” Stapleton said. “EAB can survive in cut logs and firewood; it is necessary to dispose of ash wood and debris in an approved manner.”

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Cougars rip the ball in 4 wins, hold share of NWSC lead BRUCE STRAND CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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Riley O’Connell went 7-for-10 and pitched one win last week.

After rolling up four conference wins last week, the Centennial Cougars are one of three teams with just one loss in the 14-team Northwest Suburban Conference. The Cougars ripped 45 hits as they tripped Elk River 6-1 on Monday, Coon Rapids 8-4 on Tuesday, Totino-Grace 11-1 on Thursday and Robbinsdale Armstrong 9-0 on Saturday. Leading the 14-team conference are Blaine at 10-1, Centennial 9-1, Champlin Park 8-1 and Maple Grove 8-2. Riley O’Connell went 7-for-10 for the week including 4-for-4 with three RBIs against Armstrong. Bryn Ruberg was 7-for-14 (four doubles, five RBIs), Alexa Just 6-for-16 (six runs, six stolen bases), Lily Gilmore 6-for-13 (three runs), Brooke Helseth 6-for-12 (four RBIs, three steals), Jordan Lemire 3-for-10 (homer, double, four RBIs), and Helene Krage 6-for-15 (four doubles, four RBIs, five runs) O’Connell pitched against the Elks, striking out seven. Krage got the win in relief (three scoreless innings, nine strikeouts) against Coon Rapids. Montana Miller had a three-hitter with two strikeouts against Totino-Grace. Miller threw four innings (four strikeouts) and Krage three (six strikeouts) in the shutout of Armstrong.

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Pounding out 56 hits in four games last week, the Centennial Cougars rolled past Coon Rapids 14-8 on Monday, Robbinsdale Armstrong 11-1 on Wednesday, Totino-Grace 8-3 on Thursday and Irondale 10-3 on Saturday, improving to 7-4. “We had a great approach at the plate, up and down the lineup,” coach Jake Howells assessed, “and once things got going, it was contagious from one hitter to the next.” Caden Klebba was 6-for-10 (in three games) with a homer and double, driving home eight runs. Aaron Skrypek went 8-for-14 with six runs, four doubles and four RBI’s. Jake Slipka 7-for-15 with seven RBIs, seven runs, and two doubles. Also generating runs were Will Whelan, 6-for-11 (three RBIs); Brady

Ivory, 6-for-16 (seven RBIs, two runs); Anders Wessman, 4-for-9 (triple, seven runs); Drew Molitor, 5-for-13 (two doubles, three RBI’s); Vinny Wry 4-for-16 (five runs, four RBIs); and Brandon Hemr (5-for-18, six runs). “It’s great to see runs in multiple innings throughout the game,” Howells said. “That says a lot about their concentration and approach in every at-bat.” Whelan got the win against Coon Rapids, striking out 10 batters in 4 1/3 innings, allowing two runs. Against Armstrong, Molitor pitched all six innings (eight hits, one run, two strikeouts). Against Totino-Grace, Klebba gave up a three-run homer to Matthew Galatzer in the first inning but blanked the Eagles after that, striking out five. Against Irondale, Ivory pitched four innings (three runs, seven strikeouts) and Skrypeck two (no runs, six strikeouts).

Cougars tally points at Blaine, Edina In two track meets last week, the Centennial girls placed fifth of seven teams at Blaine on Tuesday and sixth of eight at Edina on Friday. At Blaine, Alyssa Draheim won the high jump (5-2) and took sixth in 100 hurdles (19.24). Linaya Tubbs second in discus (108-11) with Sydney Augustin fifth (99-4). Lauren Swanson was second in the 1600 (5:38). Also scoring were Emily Anderson, third, long jump (15-6); Isabelle Huss, third, shot put (33-6

1/2) with Brenna Person fourth (31-9 1/2); Emma Magnuson, fifth, 800 run (2:34.37), Alexis Larsen, sixth, 100 dash (12.72); Adyson Janacek, sixth, 300 hurdles (54.75); Claire Zandstra, sixth, 400 dash (1:06.77). At Edina, Tubbs won discus with a throw of 113-9, for the team’s lone first. Anderson, who didn’t sprint at Blaine, took second in both the 100 (12.81) behind Edina’s Maddie Dahlien (12.59) and the (26.96) behind Jefferson’s Norah

D’Almeida (26.62). She was fifth in long jump (15-9). Also scoring points were: Kylie Nelson, fourth, 800 (2:29.97) and fifth, 400 (1:02.61); Draheim, fourth, high jump (5-2); Swanson, fourth, 600 (1:46.49); Abby Wood, fourth, 3200 (12:03); Augustin, fifth, shot put (34-0) and sixth, discus (98-5); and Aspen Gray, seventh, 400 (1:03.28).

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Lance Liu, shown in an earlier meet, won shot put at a meet in Edina.

Cougars notch points at Blaine, Edina Centennial placed last of seven teams in a meet at Blaine last Tuesday and sixth of eight at Edina on Friday. At Blaine, Lance Liu was second in both discus (1373) and shot put (45-9 1/2). At Edina, he shot put with a personal best 46-7 1/2 and took fourth in discus (136-2). Also placing at Edina were Charles Bolkcom, fifth, 600 (1:33.46); Eli Berg, sixth, 800 (2:07.75); Collin Lee, seventh 100 (11.65); Samuel Zeresenay, seventh, 200 (23.86); Jonathan Pattie, seventh, 3200 (10:17.54); and Mason Willenbring, eighth, triple jump (38-4). Bruce Strand

SPORTS BRIEFS BOYS LACROSSE Cougars have won 5 straight

Centennial (5-1) is riding a fivegame win streak after posting two W’s last week. The Cougars handed Maple Grove (6-1) its first loss 11-5 on Monday, with Sam Rodriguez netting three goals, then rolled 11-4 over Blaine (4-3) on Wednesday, led by Brol Scherman with five goals. In the two games. Scherman had seven goals and three assists, Rodriguez four goals and three assists, Noah Berger three goals and four assists, and AJ Carls two goals. Goalie Even Lechner stopped 12 of 21 shots. Matt Everson picked up 12 ground balls, Scherman eight, Reese Littlefield seven, and Berger and AJ Carls six each.

GIRLS LACROSSE Cougars lose to MG, beat Blaine

Centennial lost to Maple Grove 15-13 on Monday and routed Blaine 14-2 on Wednesday last week, bringing their record to 5-2. Against Maple Grove (4-2), Callie Cody notched six goals, Neila Haney three goals, Megan Goodreau two goals and three assists and Ella O’Hearn two goals. Maple Grove’s Dani Key, Jamie Stolp, Ella Olson and Sosi Van Wyk hit four goals apiece. Against Blaine (2-4), O’Hearn, Sydney Chance Farley, and Haney netted three goals each and Anna Jarpey two. Olivia Wlaschin fielded 11 ground balls.

TENNIS Cougars have 4-0 week finish NWSC schedule 8-1

In a busy week, the Centennial Cougars won non-conference matches over St. Michael-Albertville 5-2 Monday, St. Paul Central 6-1 Wednesday and Chisago Lakes 6-1 Saturday, and closed their Northwest Suburban regular season beating Champlin Park 7-0 Thursday. The

Cougars are 11-2 overall and went 8-1 in the NWSC for second place in their half. The lineup, which coached Dan Haertl settled upon early, consists of Sean Oslund, Zach Chaffey, Justin Bailey and Jesse Simso at one through four in singles, and Joaquin Bliss/JJ Bliss, Evan Dietz/Kevin Jansa, and Dan Carlson/Matthew Hanson at one through three in doubles. Despite the strong record, the Cougars will likely be No. 4 seed in Section 4AA, Haertl noted, behind No. 5 ranked Mounds View and No. Mahtomedi, and Stillwater, which beat them in a Pro-8 match.

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with final conditions of a CUP and, ultimately, a contract.” He added that three items themselves trigger CUPs, including the presence of a truck terminal, outside storage (of truck trailers) and the height of the building (44 feet, where up to 35 feet is allowed). Carlson said three key issues are screening, noise impacts and traffic. “The screening is probably adequate, but the issue that leads into is noise. Trucks themselves will deliver products overnight so they are ready to be taken out in the vans in the morning. That could impact residential areas (nearby),” Carlson said. One way to possibly impact that would be to install a 10-foot wall in front of the truck docks to try to interrupt that noise closest to a residential area. Noise mitigation could also be considered for the canopy area of the site. Some traffic improvements will also likely be needed with the project. The developer has already committed to paying for the construction of a left turn lane on southbound 20th Avenue to allow safer access and flow to Fairview Street. Carlson said the business model is designed around having vans come and go from the site during nonpeak hours, but that would need to be specified as one of the conditions of approval so it can’t change in the future. A median on 21st Avenue near Main Street may also be necessary at some point in the future, but that would likely require a partnership between the city of Centerville and Lino Lakes. “All of these things we think are doable, but nevertheless we wanted

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to express them in conditions to approval,” Carlson said. There are still a lot of unknowns when it comes to necessary road improvements, as the city of Centerville and Anoka County still need to perform a corridor study for the area. City Engineer Mark Statz said that study will realistically take a year to complete, perhaps six months if they get lucky. The developer doesn’t want to wait that long to close on the deal. One thing that could be problematic is if the corridor study recommends that Fairview Street be realigned to join Center Street. A representative of Ryan Companies mentioned their user has included the minimum threshold of parking stalls for the site plan to work. If any of those spaces have to be eliminated, he noted, it will no longer be a viable site. Future trail extension and pedestrian access could also be incorporated to make a connection to the regional trail on Main Street, but that all depends on the results of the corridor study. As a part of the development agreement, Statz explained that several things have been negotiated, including that the developer will pay for the costs to install a section of water main and to construct the required turn lane at 20th Avenue and Fairview Street. The developer has also agreed to pay park dedication fees for a future trail connection as well as for trees that are required per city code but could not fit within the plans. The developer will also contribute funds for the required additional study and implementation of traffic improvements within the 14

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corridor. “This is a clean use. It’s distribution, so there is no manufacturing, no outside storage of products. It’s a Class A industrial type of facility …” said Dean Mueller, of Ryan Companies. “I think we have really done a nice job collaborating and finding a win-win for some of these contributions to try to solve some of the issues.” Three people spoke during the public hearing May 3. Kevin Amundsen wanted to make sure there was enough pondage on site so that the runoff from the site would not go into the creek behind his home. He said he wanted to see a 20-foot-wall rather than 10 feet, due to the height of semitrucks, and he also wanted to know what was being done about all of the exhaust coming from not only the trucks and vans, but from employees warming up their cars in the winter. Mueller explained that this site will be electric vehicle-ready, meaning that conduit and wiring will be installed during construction to allow for electric vehicles in the future. He added that his client is “extremely environmentally conscious” and has a non-idling policy on site. Mary Kloc said she was very concerned about carbon emissions. She was also concerned about noise levels, as she works from home and often has to record, which will be hard to do if a lot of noise is generated

from the business. Sean Kloc, Mary’s husband, said he was concerned about potential traffic impacts and vans cutting through residential areas to bypass Main Street. In addition, he was not sure how the business would ever be able to find 600 workers. “I look around, and there are ‘help wanted’ signs everywhere. There is no shortage of jobs right now, the shortage is workers,” he said. “I checked a couple of job posting sites for what the wages were for large warehouse workers, and it’s $16 an hour. I also checked home prices in Centerville, and homes are going for $450,000 and that’s the median … You can’t afford a new home in Centerville on $16 an hour. It just isn’t possible, so who are these jobs for?” The Planning Commission ultimately made some changes to the list of conditions and recommended that the City Council approve all of the action items at its May 25 meeting. Statz explained that the council will likely also consider a final plat and developer’s agreement at that meeting as well. Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached by emailing quadnews@presspubs.com or calling 651407-1227.

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Brought to you by WeathermanWatson.com Last work week, May 2-6, we made it all through the week without rain! The dry weather spilled into Saturday, but unfortunately our dry weather came to an end on Mother’s Day. While it did dry out in the mid-afternoon, winds were very strong, which by now is something we’re getting used to. This weeks 80º temperatures mark the first time we’ve reached 80º since September 30th! After this weeks “heat wave,” temperatures will begin to cool off. Outdoor Notes: people are out raking, mowing, putting docks out and gardening.

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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FIRE FLEET: Lino Lakes may purchase used fire apparatus FROM PAGE 1

insurance rates could be impacted. Swenson said he was struggling with the idea of spending $200,000 for 36 months to simply resell the apparatus with the hope of receiving a good offer. Council Member Michael Ruhland said, “I think I’d rather lose 25-30% on $200K then have an increase on $900K.” Mayor Rob Rafferty said, “The biggest problem that I see is we have lost the ability of what we actually needed this apparatus for … One thing we know for sure, is that if this one is out (of service) and we don’t replace it, we are going to be out for five years on ISO ratings.” Council Member Christopher Lyden said, “All my cars are 15 years old. I don’t mind working on them, cutting corners, putting Band-Aids on them, but I can’t see cutting corners at all with the police and fire. I want them to have the best equipment to do the job.” The council agreed that the department should move forward with purchasing the used apparatus right away, as it likely won’t be on the market long and, at the same time, come up with a plan to get the ball rolling on the replacement of its 1992 and 1993 water tenders. Swenson said he would likely be before the council May 23 or June 14 to ask for authorization to purchase the used apparatus. He was hopeful that sometime this summer, the plan would be set in motion to get those tender replacements ordered. Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com

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fleet is pump size, because the city’s two tenders do not have a pump size that meets the city’s fire suppression needs. The long-term plan for the city has always been to look at purchasing two new tenders that would meet the city’s needs in terms of pump size and water capacity, Swenson said. (Tenders are used to bring additional water to the site, often in rural areas where hydrants are not available.) Dan L’Allier, deputy public safety director of the fire division, explained that Aerial 11 cannot be repaired, as the frame is no longer available. A used apparatus has been hard to come by, he said, but he did locate one for approximately $200,000 that would take care of the water pump needs, but not address water storage required to fight fires in rural areas. “It’s just like cars. The price is through the roof … Used truck price has gone up and there is not much on market.” Further complicating things, the fire apparatus industry has seen significant price increases and manufacturing times. L’Allier explained that not only have prices increased by 25% to 30%, but it now takes 30 to 36 months instead of 18 to 24 months to build a new apparatus. Replacement of the water tenders is estimated to cost approximately $800,000 to $900,000 each. “We need to get them ordered sooner than later, so we can at least get on clock,” Swenson explained. “The is all occurring on a timeline that isn’t very beneficial to us,” Swenson said, adding that all of Anoka County will be evaluated this summer for ISO ratings. If the city doesn’t come up with a short-term solution, ISO ratings could be impacted. Consequently, local residential and commercial

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Associated Eye Care will move down the street to Lino Lakes from Hugo. The business recently held a groundbreaking ceremony. Pictured are: David Park, MD; Gary Schwartz, MD; CEO Dan Zismer; Adam Goddard, MD; and Jeff Lynch, MD.

Associated Eye Care breaks ground

Associated Eye Care has broken ground on its new building, located at 2380 Rosemary Way in Lino Lakes. The business is currently located at 14688 Everton Ave. N. Suite 106 in Hugo. Associated Eye Care has locations in Stillwater and Woodbury as well as several locations in Wisconsin. For more information, visit www.associatedeyecare.com. Several chamber members, as well as community members, attended a groundbreaking ceremony April 28 for the new 12,230-square-foot building. The final plat of Belland Farms includes two commercial lots, one for Associated Eye Care and the other for future commercial development.

City receives application for new car wash

LINO LAKES — Tyme Properties LLC, has submitted a preliminary plat for Otter Crossing 2nd Addition to create two commercial lots. Bowman has also submitted applications for a conditional use permit (CUP) and site plan review for Tidal Wave Auto Spa, a commercial car wash, to be located on Lot 1 of the preliminary plat. The applicant is proposing to develop the approximately 1.06-acre property that is just northwest of the intersection of Main Street and Otter Lake Road. Currently, the site is used for agriculture. The proposed project includes a car wash housed in a 3,500-square-foot building. Twenty-eight parking stalls with free vacuums for customers are proposed. The car wash will recapture and recycle water to minimize water consumption.

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The Planning and Zoning Board is scheduled to consider a proposal May 11 for a commercial car wash to be located northwest of the intersection of Main Street and Otter Lake Road.

The applications will first be considered by the Planning and Zoning Board May 11 and then the City Council on June 13.

Otter Lake Animal Care Center looking to expand

LINO LAKES — Otter Lake Animal Care Center, located at 6848 Otter Lake Road, has submitted a land use application for a conditional use permit (CUP) amendment. The proposed project will add a 2,850 square foot building addition to the existing facility for exam rooms, a treatment area, and a surgery bay with supporting spaces. The addition will be two stories and slab-on-grade. The existing building will receive some new finish work and a new coat of paint. A parking access road and new parking lot with 22 parking spaces will also be added. In September 2019, the council approved this amendment to the CUP for the proposed building and parking lot expansion. Construction did not begin within one year after the date of approval and the amended CUP was void. The applicant has resubmitted the CUP application for review. Overall, the proposed 2022 project is the same as the approved 2019 project. The project has not made it to the City Council level yet.

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