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Centennial Elementary School is one of eight schools in the state and 367 schools in the nation to be honored as a Blue Ribbon School this year.

Principal Kathy Kaiser along with other district staff were notified of the achievement Sept. 24. “I have goose bumps thinking about it,” Kaiser said. “I’m appreciative for the opportunity to shine a light on our staff over the years and our students and their parents. This award allows me to open up the door and shine a light on the hard work that is happening in this school every single day, year after year.”

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Waylon James Bosto, 29, of Hibbing, has been charged with criminal vehicular homicide (gross negligence) in connection to a crash that killed one victim this past June.

According to the criminal complaint, the Lino Lakes, Blaine and Centennial Lakes police departments responded to a serious crash at 2:26 p.m. June 1 on southbound I-35W, south of Lake Drive, in Lino Lakes. The crash involved three vehicles.

Upon arrival, officers saw a seriously injured man lying unconscious on the pavement. The three vehicles were significantly damaged and all of the occupants were injured and required medical attention. A man was transported to Hennepin County Medical Center, where he passed away from his injuries 11 days later.

Per the complaint, law enforcement established that a Ford Crown Victoria, driven by Bosto, was driving southbound on I-35W with three passengers.

Bosto admitted he saw an SUV parked behind a pickup on the shoulder of the roadway and rear-ended the SUV. At the time of impact, a man was standing at the SUV’s passenger window, leaning in, giving directions to the driver.

The State Patrol investigated the crash. According to investigators, they eliminated the possibility that a malfunction or mechanical issue caused the crash. The accident reconstruction report determined that at the time of impact, the Ford was speeding, traveling 78-88 mph in a 70-mph zone. In addition, the State Patrol concluded that the Ford left its lane of travel and drove on the shoulder, rear-ending the SUV. At the time of the crash, Bosto only had a learner’s permit to drive.

Criminal vehicular homicide (gross negligence), a felony, carries a maximum sentence of up to 10 years and/or a $6,000 to $20,000 fine.

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LEXINGTON — Two employees of Sausage Haus in Lexington have plead guilty to a gross misdemeanor for a game law violation that stems back to 2017.

Mark James Sand, 62, of Hackensack, Minnesota, and Matthew Harris Sand, 34, of Carver, Minnesota, have both been convicted of buying/selling deer/moose/elk/ caribou. Two charges (untagged big game animal) against Mark were dismissed, and three charges (two counts of buying/selling wild animals $300 or more and one count of buying/selling deer/moose/elk/ caribou) against Matthew were dismissed.

The DNR fi rst confi rmed that the Sausage Haus, located at 9075 South Highway Drive in Lexington, was under investigation in December 2019. Lt. Col. Greg Salo of DNR Enforcement confi rmed that the investigation began in the fall of 2018. Following completion of the investigation in early 2020, the case was handed over to the county for prosecution.

Mark and Matthew’s fi rst appearances in court were July 7. An omnibus hearing was held for both individuals Sept. 15 and a sentencing order was issued Sept. 18.

Mark and Matthew both received a stay of imposition. (If probation is successfully completed, the convictions will be certified as a petty misdemeanors). In addition to two years of supervised probation, Mark and Matthew will have to pay restitution of $847.50 as well as other fees totaling $588.

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Local dance studios adapt to changes

BY BROOKE WOHLRABE CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Many businesses were affected by COVID-19 and the shutdown that ensued. Some are still feeling the weight of the changes that had to take place to open back up again.

Teresa Lorenz is the owner of Lorenz Dance & Tumbling Studio, located in Lino Lakes at 479 Apollo Drive. She has spent more than 45 years of choreographing and teaching dance in the northern suburbs.

Lorenz opened her fi rst studio in 1996, but she began teaching long before that. As a preteen, she began helping at her mother’s studio, Rosann’s School of Dance.

“Right out of high school, I began coaching high school gymnastics at Centennial. I was also teaching for myself, renting out different places until I found the building in Lino Lakes,” Lorenz said.

Lorenz has had a studio in both Lino Lakes and Hugo, but about two years ago she found a larger building in Lino Lakes, so she merged the two studios.

“I could never find a building with enough space.

I was literally looking (for) almost 20 years. I jumped on it. It’s been great to have a bigger space at one location,” Lorenz said.

She said she is especially grateful to have the new location this year to help deal with all of the changes that have needed to be made due to COVID-19.

“It’s been a nightmare, to be honest. I can’t be the only one complaining because I know a lot of small businesses are trying to hold it together,” Lorenz said.

Lorenz talked about the struggles she faced as a small business. Classes were unable

to happen in the studio and shows were canceled during the state-mandated shutdown in the spring. Lorenz said it was difficult to pay the lease at the time.

“Some of us got help but not everyone qualified for the programs,” Lorenz said.

Lorenz has two sisters that also have their own dance studios in the Twin Cities area, and they faced similar challenges.

“I’m a smaller studio, so I normally have about 250 students. But right now, I’m down about 40 percent,” Lorenz said.

She said a lot of students who compete returned, as well as those who had been coming for years, but she didn’t get as many new people as she typically would in a normal year.

Lorenz gets students from Lino Lakes, Blaine, Centerville, Forest Lake, Hugo and New Brighton.

Classes take place five nights a week, beginning soon after school gets out. She teaches dance to students ages 3 to 18 and also offers tumbling classes.

Lorenz shared that they had held some practices outdoors at Lino Park. Once restrictions were lifted, she said some students were able to partake in two competitions, both with many restrictions.

“Practices outside saved us so we could continue to stay in shape and be ready with our routines,” Lorenz said.

Now classes are happening back in the studio, but several changes had to be implemented.

“We’re taking all of the precautions. We’re wearing masks and social distancing the best we can. We also disinfect between each class,” Lorenz said.

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Lorenz said they are taking new students through October. Anyone who wants more information can visit the studio’s new website at lorenzdancetumblingstudio. com Carol Anderson, longtime instructor and owner of 4th Street Dance in White Bear Lake, has faced similar challenges. Anderson is in her 37th year of ownership and has never had to face the challenges she has with COVID-19.

The studio shut down in March, along with much of the state.

“We Zoomed all of our classes and had a recital over Zoom where the kids got dressed up and invited their grandparents to watch. We did our best to make it fun,” Anderson said.

Classes just recently started up again when the new school

year began. Of course, several changes had to take place fi rst.

“The classrooms are all marked with 6-foot squares so kids can stay in their areas.

No parents are allowed in the studio for kids over the age of 7. Every classroom is cleaned and sanitized between each dance class,” Anderson said.

Masks also need to be worn in the lobby area and in the classrooms.

To reopen was a heavy cost.

Anderson shared that it cost about $10,000 just to be able to operate again.

“Every room had to be outfitted with an air purifier.

That’s not free. An additional outdoor covered area had to be provided for kids waiting outside for a ride. An instudio monitor to make sure kids are following social distancing in the hallways and keeping their mask

on. We pretty much have a parking lot attendant,” Anderson said.

Numbers are down this year. Anderson thinks it’s because so many students faced canceled shows and competitions last season.

She thinks some are waiting to see how the start of this season goes.

“They don’t want their hearts broken again and I feel for them,” Anderson admitted.

Still, Anderson is glad that the studio is open once again.

She knows others weren’t so lucky.

“It’s either put up or quit.

There was a couple studios that closed their doors,” Anderson said.

“As long as everyone is following the rules, we’re doing just fine. The kids are adapting and parents are being wonderful.”

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Every fall color season is different, as are Minnesota’s 59 state forests. Depending on the forest, visitors might see a spectacular mix of dark evergreens amid vivid autumn hues of maples, oaks and aspens, set against a backdrop of bluffs, lakes or winding rivers. These drives are always a treat, but this year in particular they are a wonderful, socially distanced opportunity for Minnesotans to experience the outdoors.

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I know a number of you pointed out minor errors, which were corrected in the following week’s issues of the paper.

I am not asking you to vote for Trump or Biden because our paper doesn’t cover the national election. We focus at a local level. I’m asking you to vote for who you believe is right in our communities.

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Guides were published in the Sept. 15 issues of the Quad Community Press and Shoreview Press, the Sept. 16 issues of the White Bear Press and Vadnais Heights Press, the Sept. 24 issue of The Citizen and the October issue of The Lowdown. Any clarifications or corrections were in the next issue. These are the most comprehensive candidate profi les in the area. Share them with your family and friends. Get informed and get out to vote.

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This last week, we had two situations where people had submitted letters and wanted to have multiple signatures listed, yet those individuals were not aware that they were endorsing the candidate. We did have a question this week about whether the letter writer is being paid to write the letter or is the letter writer being paid to submit the letter as an advertisement in the local paper. Twice this week candidate campaigns paid for separate letters written by their constituents. I’m so thankful we implemented this level of transparency for our community and our readers. For those readers who have made calls or expressed concerns in writing and even requested a refund of their voluntary subscription, I ask you one thing — Reach out to your candidates and ask what their letter to the editor campaign consists of versus killing the messenger. So for those of you out there who support this next level of transparency, I seek your support in subscriptions. I seek your support in advertising so we can continue to produce a quality newspaper that reflects the community where we work, live, play and raise our families.

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This year, however, waiting until Oct. 4-10 and National Newspaper Week has been difficult, because the coronavirus pandemic and a variety of major news events across our land have tested newspapers, and our communities, in ways we might never have fathomed.

We have seen our lives and our communities change in dramatic ways because of coronavirus.

In the early weeks, businesses closed their doors and government offices were darkened in response to directives that all but the most essential workers should remain Movers & at home to guard spreading Shakers against the disease.

Newspapers Randy Evans scrambled to protect their employees, too. But newspapers still needed to be produced to serve their readers and communities and to fulfill that vital information function the Founding Fathers envisioned.

Journalists quickly educated themselves on the coronavirus and shared that knowledge with readers. They kept their communities informed — telling readers where tests were available,

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reporting on local test results, sharing the heartbreaking news of deaths and alerting people about employment changes at local businesses.

Journalists turned to their kitchen tables, spare bedrooms and basement offices to take the place of the newsrooms where they had gathered with colleagues a few weeks earlier.

While the locations changed, the core mission of newspapers did not.

Newspapers have long served as “watchdogs” over government. The pandemic magnified the significance of this role because the virus closed most government offices, and meetings of school boards, city councils and county officials moved onto Zoom.

Reporters have always tried to be vigilant over the way state and local governments use tax money and make decisions. But in 2020, journalists also have worked to keep up with the dynamic nature of the coronavirus testing data.

They have tried to make sense of the metrics government leaders have relied upon in making decisions on mask wearing, social distancing, and back-to-school directives.

The most potent tool of newspapers continues to be the spotlight. They shine it on problems that need to be addressed and on solutions that ought to be considered. They shine it on stories that are heartwarming and uplifting. At other times, they shine it on topics that might raise the blood pressure of readers.

There has been a long tradition of newspapers advocating for the

public’s access to government meetings and records so citizens know what their government is doing, or not doing. This is hugely important now and long term, because government should conduct its business — really, it’s the public’s business — in open, not in secret, so citizens have the opportunity to share their views on forthcoming decisions.

The important work of newspapers stretches far beyond government buildings, however.

Newspapers are there to introduce readers to interesting people.

They tell their communities about events that are coming up and in times of great distress — during killer hurricanes and tornadoes, horrendous floods and wildfires — newspapers step up in ways that truly can make the difference between life and death. Newspapers have done that this year, once again being the go-to source for vital details the public needs — the lists of places where people can charge their cellphones, laptops and medical equipment, the locations of shelters and meal distribution sites, and places where people can get drinking water or provide a helping hand to those in need.

The immense challenges we all have dealt with this year clearly underscore the fact that America needs journalists.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

PAID LETTER Jeff Reinert supports women

One thing I want to let you know about Jeff Reinert is how fair and even-handed he is when it comes to the support of hiring women into top positions. A good example of this is the fact that when Jeff became mayor of Lino Lakes in 2009, all eight of the top administrative positions at Lino Lakes City Hall were filled by men. When it came time to replace some of those positions, Jeff always supported hiring the best people for the job.

By the time Jeff finished his last term as mayor in 2019 to become our next Anoka County Commissioner, women had been hired for the positions of director of finance, city engineer, city planner, human resources and, for a few years, deputy director of police. Before he left office, he also worked to give a conditional offer of employment to the city's finance director for the position of city administrator. She has now accepted that offer and is currently serving as Lino Lakes’ city administrator.

Jeff Reinert has an incredible record for supporting the hiring of women into top jobs. When asked why he doesn’t take more credit for doing this, he told me that he always supports the hiring of the best qualified and most impressive candidate for each position and continues to do so in his new role as your county commissioner.

There are many reasons Jeff Reinert is the best choice for county commissioner. Along with his leadership experience and fiscal responsibility, this is just another strength to add to the mix.

Karen Lodico Former Centennial School Board Member

PAID LETTER Re-elect Chamberlain

My state Sen. Roger Chamberlain in SD38 has earned my strong support for reelection. I admire his dedication to serve all taxpayers and families, avoiding partisan rancor.

Roger has earned my trust as the Senate’s Tax Committee Chair. He prioritized working families by leading passage of tax relief, including a rare cut in the income tax rate.

As a senior, I especially appreciate that most Social Security Minnesota income taxes were eliminated. Sen. Chamberlain also successfully advocated for roads and bridges funding, without raising gasoline taxes and license tab fees as others had proposed.

Sen. Chamberlain’s support for schools has gone beyond the increase in per-pupil funding, to include funding for school safety improvements.

Even before the Communist Chinese COVID-19 reached Minnesota, Sen. Chamberlain worked for bipartisan solutions to deal with the

crisis, including that individuals without health insurance get free COVID screening, testing and treatment. Health care providers and first responders were guaranteed worker’s compensation insurance if they contract the virus while performing their jobs.

Our state senator’s philosophy is that government must protect and empower us, not make our life more difficult.

We know Sen. Chamberlain’s dedication to serve the families of SD38 and that his record of achievements is stellar.

Let’s reelect Roger Chamberlain in Senate District 38!

Brian H. Davis Lino Lakes

PAID LETTER Chamberlain deserves our votes

Without a doubt, Sen. Roger Chamberlain has shown he truly cares about his community and his state. He has done so in many ways.

Over the years he has been in every neighborhood and every precinct and has met with people where they live, learn and work.

Several years ago, people from Minnesota Asian American communities called Sen. Chamberlain and asked him to meet with us about data disaggregation. He responded, listened to us and carried our concerns to the state Capitol.

During 10 years serving as state senator, Sen. Chamberlain has gotten things done. He led on getting White Bear Lake’s water level studied. He pushed through the TCE ban; he championed rail repair and jobs in Hugo. On taxes, he delivered a middleclass tax cut and Social Security tax cuts. He fought for literacy and attention to dyslexia.

Sen. Chamberlain, you are a senator of whom I am proud. You are more than platitudes. You listen, you act and you deserve our votes for reelection.

Jennifer Zhao Lino Lakes

PAID LETTER I choose Jeff Reinert

I believe Jeff Reinert is, and continues to be, the best candidate for Anoka County Commissioner because he has an undisputable track record of sticking up for and fighting for his constituents. Jeff has stood up for his people time and again as a councilman and mayor and will continue his advocating as a voice of strength and reason at the county level.

As a mayor, Jeff was always open and available to listen to concerns of the residents he served. He continues to make time for others by serving on the Planning and Zoning Board, volunteering at the American Legion,

and is often seen in smaller roles such as congratulating Cub Scouts as they advance on to Boy Scouts. Jeff loves his community and will continue to work hard for the benefit of others around him.

A true leader is passionate, and Jeff has never backed away from his stance on an issue to appease others. Jeff will tell you his feelings and stick to them, which is why you can always trust that he means what he says. His lengthy experience in business and government has honed Jeff’s skills as an advocator, negotiator and voice of the people.

Jeff has lived in our community his whole life and raised his family here. He cares about large-scale commercial development in our area and small projects such as walking trails and sporting fields that make our community a great place to live. He will continue to look out for all our families’ best interests as a county commissioner, and he deserves our vote.

Nate Vojtech Lino Lakes

PAID LETTER Chamberlain a citizen legislator

When I vote, I’m looking for somebody who represents me and my family, not government.

I have read about Justin Stofferahn, and all I see is that he’s been on government’s side. For one year, he lobbied the Legislature for the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities to renew $1 billion in taxpayer subsidies (LGA) for cities. Adding insult to injury, suburban cities like Lino Lakes and Hugo receive zero LGA. For several years, he worked for the Minnesota Department of Revenue and before that, for the government in Illinois. Right now, he’s an “advocate” for a nonprofit that’s trying to channel the power of unions to pressure for stiffer environment regulations.

Most of us in the private sector have gone through two recessions in a dozen years. We’ve had to change jobs, get rehired or retrained, spend down our savings while laid off, just to stay afloat financially. Mr. Staufferhahn, who has been on the pro-government side for years, has little understanding of the real world for most of us.

Who will put me and my family’s needs first? My vote will be to reelect Sen. Roger Chamberlain, a citizen legislator who knows personally the struggles most of us endure to support a family, educate kids and build a nest egg!

Steve King Centerville

PAID LETTER Raleigh is a proven leader

This is not the first pandemic nor the last. Our world has changed since March. Every day commuting to work, kids to school even something once simple like dinner and a movie are complicated today. Our economy is struggling to rebound in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. One thing for sure, no one wants a repeat of 2020.

That is why I am endorsing Donald Raleigh, an entrepreneur that has experience in creating a path to success. Other candidates can follow orders, but this is a time for a proven leader who can find creative safe solutions for the future. The burdens of being a business owner for many years is a perspective that will be essential at the Legislature. Donald Raleigh’s expertise lies in getting businesses back open and people back to work. His digital marketing company has closely partnered with hundreds of businesses in our communities and he knows what businesses need to be competitive and safely serve customers.

To survive the current pandemic and the next one, we need a different plan that adapts better, we cannot just cancel everything. Government, like business, needs to pivot to new products/services, new methods, implement new rules and regulations and train a new workforce. We need creative solutions that keep us safe but allow us to lead our lives without fear and confusion. A vote for Donald Raleigh is a vote for the economy and strong leadership for the uncertain path ahead.

Dave Roeser Lino Lakes

PAID LETTER Chamberlain has earned our support

This letter is written to support our senator, Roger Chamberlain. He has served the constituents of Senate District 38 with his heart and his wisdom. When it was learned Water Gremlin had violated Minnesota Pollution Control air emissions standards, the citizens were rightfully angry and concerned.

Sen. Chamberlain listened to the community, and with all parties to solve a serious problem. He put politics aside, worked with community members, MPCA and others to author a ban on use of trichlorethylene, a carcinogen, in manufacturing. It was passed and signed by the governor.

There was no hesitation in Roger’s actions: he led the negotiations and worked across the aisle to make this a community win. Roger has rightfully earned our support on Nov. 3!

Craig Johnson Lino Lakes SEE MORE LETTERS, PAGE 7

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COUGARS // CENTENNIAL COUGAR FOOTBALL Coach: Mike Diggins (11th year) Assistants: Michael Diggins, Travis Littlefield, Nate Balzer, Mike Watson, Matt Watson, Bob Eckstrum, Steve Hemming, Dave Hofland, Spencer Waldvogel, Dave Poppe, Nigel Timm, Brett Littlefield, Jeff Loots, Michael Pierson, Bryce Marquardt, Mike Williams Last year: 8-3 overall, 6-1 conference, section champions Captains: Justin Doce (senior running back), Sam Pietraszewski (senior quarterback), Elijah Ward (senior quarterback), Zach Frank (senior defensive lineman), Isaak Ankrum (senior outside linebacker) Returning starters: Doce, Ankrum, Frank New offensive starters: Ward, Michael Lindsay (senior wide receiver), Lance Liu (junior running back), Thomas Juhl (senior offensive line) New defensive starters: Pietraszewski (free safety), Mason Mix (junior linebacker), Jonah Hylton (senior outside linebacker), Mark Koob (senior defensive back) Fast facts: 20 of 22 starters from 2019 section champion team graduated;

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Coach: Jackie Rehbein-Manthey (18th year, 329-163)

Coach on team: Offense: “We are young, but the work ethic has been great. Our backs have speed and strength.”

Returning starters: Sydney Petersen (senior outside hitter), Ashley Crowl (senior middle & outside hitter), Natalie Jones (senior outside hitter), Kailee Sendle (senior right side hitter setter), Jadyn Clarner (senior setter)

Defense: “We have a lot of kids that play well. They are working hard and will gain experience.”

Main concerns: “Inexperience. We need to learn fast to compete in our district.

Our kids will gain experience but in a short season the growing rate needs to be quick.”

Coach on pandemic challenges: “Keeping everyone healthy.”

SCHEDULE Friday, Oct. 9: Champlin Park, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 15: Tonino-Grace, 7 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 23: at Maple Grove, 7 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 30: Blaine, 7 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 6: at St. MichaelAlbertville, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 11: at Osseo, 7 p.m.

Assistants: Leah Skoy, Brittany Wilson, Laura Sandberg, Kori Skrypek Last year: 23-5 overall, 8-1 conference Captains: not yet determined

New starters: Linaya Swenson (junior middle hitter), Jasmine Phongsavath (senior defensive specialist), Mattie Petersen (sophomore defensive specialist) Fast facts: Petersen (484 kills) and Crowl (250 kills) were all-conference last year; Clarner (860 assists) got honorable mention; Petersen has 1,000 career kills.

Coach on team: Offense: “We are returning lots of experience and have some great talent that has filled some gaps from graduation. We will have a lot more balance on our offense which will keep our opponents guessing.”

Defense: “Our front line at the net will be a big factor for us. We have some talented players that are able to put up a big block and will be able to funnel the opponents hit into our defense.”

Main concern: “Biggest concern is getting the team ready to play a match so quickly but all teams are in the same boat.”

Prospects: “If we can keep everyone healthy, I believe this team has an opportunity to compete for a conference and section title.”

Coach on pandemic challenges: “Never knowing if you are going to have a full squad or not. Players have adjusted to wearing a face mask during practice because they have been doing it since spring for their club teams, but it does offer challenges, not being able to hear them clearly speaking through the face mask or seeing their facial expression when you are giving instructions. We are needing to find other ways to communicate by using more body language and hand signals (thumbs up/down).”

SCHEDULE Thursday, Oct. 8: at Elk River, 7 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 12: Andover, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 14: at Spring Lake Park, 7 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 19: at Park Center, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 22: Maple Grove, 7 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 26: Osseo, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 28: Coon Rapids, 7 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 2: at Anoka, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 5: at Totino-Grace, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 10: Blaine, 7 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 12: Rogers, 7 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 16: at Armstrong, 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 18: at Elk River, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 24: Champlin Park, 7 p.m.

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Lauren Ahles helped Centennial soccer vanquish two strong conference rivals last week, providing two assists in a 4-2 win over Blaine (6-3-1) after notching a goal and assist in a 3-1 win over Totino-Grace (6-2-2). The junior midfielder has logged six goals and eight assists for the No. 5 ranked Cougars (9-1). She had eight goals and 11 assists for the Cougars’ state runner-up team as a sophomore.

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The Cougars led 1-0 at halftime on a Will Miers goal. They broke it open with three goals in a five-minute stretch early in the second half by Joey McMillin, Harper Searles and Luke Zackey. Garrett Miers assisted on the McMillin and Searles goals and punched in the final

goal himself.

“In each of our five goals, you can see on film ways in which it could have not worked out,” Ottosen said.

“In each of those moments our team found ways to insure it did work out. We ran hard, attacked and believed in each other. With great skill and focus fit the ball into tiny gaps in Blaine's defense.”

Centennial closed conference play Coon Rapids on Tuesday evening and will begin sectionals Wednesday, Oct. 14.

The Cougars deadlocked with Totino-Grace 0-0 on Tuesday, Sept. 29, in Fridley.

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SPORTS BRIEFS Cougar CC boys win tri meet, girls place 2nd

The Centennial boys placed first and the girls second of three teams Friday in a conference meet at Elm Creek. In the boys race, Jonathan Pattie placed first in 16:23 and led the Cougars victory. Centennial scored 27, Maple Grove 29 and Coon Rapids 85. Charlie Bolkcom placed fourth, Eli Berg fifth, PJ Marshall sixth and Aiden Sherer 11th. In the girls race, Maple Grove scored 15, Centennial 43 and Coon Rapids 85. Maple Grove had the top four runners with Lindsey Young in first place (19:38). For Centennial, Abby Wood placed fifth, Lauren Swanson eighth, Julia Zalewski ninth, Tatum Liebke 10th and Kylie Nelson 11th. The Cougar boys have a 5-2 record and the girls are 5-1.

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Centennial boys soccer generated its best performance of 2020 and handed No. 5 ranked Blaine its first loss 5-0 on Thursday evening at home.

“To have everything fit together like it did last night, a lot of small details need to work out,” said coach Jeffrey Ottosen after his team improved to 5-4-1 with the upset of Blaine (7-1-2).

“On Senior Night our seniors stepped up and defended our home. We allowed two shots over 80 minutes. We grew as a team in focus and effort.”

The Cougars and goalie Isaac Verke posted their third straight shutout and fifth overall. They have given up eight goals in 10 games while scoring 17 goals.

“Sometimes you can get lucky in a game and sometimes you make your own luck. Last night we made

The Centennial girls soccer team is tied for the conference lead with one game left, after defeating Totino-Grace 3-1 and Blaine 4-2 and last week.

The Cougars and Champlin Park were each 9-1 heading into Tuesday’s finales against Coon Rapids (3-6-1) and Totino-Grace (6-2-2) respectively. The Cougars loss came against Champlin Park 3-2 and the Rebels loss came against Totino-Grace 2-1.

Sydney Nelson, Lauren Ahles and Morgan O’Hearn notched the goals against Totino-Grace. Ahles, Sydney Kubes and Khyah Harper provided assists and Jenna Lang made five saves.

Harper drilled three goals, giving her 21 for the season, against Blaine. On the Gopher recruit’s second goal, she outran a Bengal defender to a long through ball, beat

the goalie who came out to try smother the ball, and kicked into an empty net. Summer Francis had the other goal, assisted by O’Hearn. Kendall Stadden pumped in two goals for Blaine (6-3-1), giving her 18 for the season.

The Cougars will start sectionals Oct. 14.

Cougar swimmers nip Anoka, then fall to Andover for first loss

The Centennial swimmers edged Anoka 94-92 to stay unbeaten last week on Tuesday, then met their match on Thursday as the Andover Huskies beat the Cougars 100-84.

Both were road matches.

Centennial (6-1) has one more match, hosting Rogers on Oct. 13.

Layni Andrle led the win over Anoka, placing first in the 200 and 500 freestyles in 1:59.34 and 5:23.29, respectively, and anchoring the 200 freestyle team that won by .03 of a second in 1:45.68. Janessa Sandvold, Laura Zebell and Jaden Ruegsegger teamed with Andrle. The Cougar divers finished 1-2-3 with Rylie McCulloch scoring 191.70, Kathryn Woelfel 178.30 and Mia Wang 173.60.

Calla Kamish won the backstroke (1:02.91).

“As a team I believe we had close to 50 seasonal best performances, and this truly was a team victory,” coach Peter Crawford said.

Andover, also unbeaten, won nine of 12 events in the Northwest Suburban Conference showdown. For the Cougars, Andrle won the 200 (1:58.36) and 500 freestyle (5:22.97). The divers went 1-2-3 again with McCulloch (187.70), Woelfel (177.89) and Wang (175.65). The team had 34 season-bests.

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PAID LETTER Postcard lies

This week I received a postcard from Cindy Hansen with what I know to be a lot of intentionally misleading and untruthful statements about our County Commissioner Jeff Reinert and his accomplishments in just eight months.

She shouted “false� to his claim of working on a senior housing project in Linwood, a project that has stalled and faltered for years, but Jeff has been working with town board officials and officials at Anoka County to push this project forward.

Cindy says he lied about helping to get dollars for a trail connection in Circle Pines but as your Minnesota House state representative, I know Jeff is pushing for $1 million, and I, along with others, helped that effort by placing $500,000 of those dollars in the bonding bill that has been approved by committee at the Legislature and is awaiting a final vote. I know Jeff, and this project — after being stalled for 10 years — is getting done.

Cindy says he had no authority to oversee the Rice Creek Watershed District, but it is the authority of the county board to oversee the district. She apparently does not know this fact. Actions by some watershed board members were creating a conflict of interest and Jeff is shining a light on these conflicts.

Cindy says no one on the Blaine City Council is aware of his work to assess their county cost-sharing program, but Jeff is working with Mayor Tom Ryan, Council Member Jess Robertson, county commissioners Braastad and West, and Anoka County Transportation Director Joe MacPherson to work on the problem. It is happening.

I think it’s also offensive that she repeatedly disrespects our Centennial Fire District members by saying this wonderful organization that keeps us safe every day has been “destroyed.� For shame.

We don’t need to bring Cindy Hansen’s dishonesty and

COUNTY BRIEF 2021 preliminary property tax levy approved

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners approved a flat preliminary property tax levy during the board’s meeting Sept.

22. The 2021 proposed budget reflects the priorities of the county to modernize and shift its service delivery models and to ensure the continued safety and health of its citizens.

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) funding has provided some economic relief, allowing the county to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, help small businesses and set its direction towards a sustained change in its service delivery model to continue to serve county citizens.

The county’s Truth in Taxation hearing is set for 6 p.m. Dec. 3. Details about the hearing will be posted on the county’s website anokacounty.us. The Board of Commissioners will approve the final levy and budget during its 9:30 a.m. Dec. 4 meeting. The levy can be reduced prior to fi nal approval, but it cannot be increased.

vitriolic attacks to our neighborhoods and to our Anoka county board.

Cindy Hansen just moved here, and already she is badmouthing everything. Looks like she will say and/or do anything to get elected.

Jeff was just elected eight months ago, and in a short time, has done a fantastic job representing us and will continue to do so. Please vote Nov. 3 to reelect Jeff Reinert.

Linda Runbeck Minnesota House Rep. District 38A Circle Pines

PAID LETTER Fredrick has refreshing approach to politics

Kris Fredrick is running this November for the Minnesota House of Representatives seat in District 38A. As a staff scientist at Honeywell’s Research and Development Center, I got to know Kris Fredrick well.

For 10 years, Kris was my Honeywell legal counsel, collaborating with me on innovative technology ideas and protecting them through the patent process. I came to appreciate Kris for his understanding of science and innovation, as well as intellectual property law.

I am confident that, if elected to the Legislature, Kris Fredrick will propose legislation, make decisions and cast votes that are informed by science, not political party dogma. Now, as we approach the 2020 elections, our politicians and government are facing a huge crisis of credibility. Science has been minimalized. Data has been marginalized and manipulated for political gain.

This disregard for science impairs our government’s ability to deal with the big issues of our time — energy, climate, environment, health. It affects every person in Minnesota. I would like to see more people like Kris Fredrick in our Legislature who make their decisions independently and with a healthy respect for data.

I hope that you will check out Kris Fredrick’s website at www.voteforkris.com and see what he has to offer voters.

You will find a man with a refreshing approach to politics: honest, thoughtful, informed by science and innovation, and with the ability to collaborate across party lines to help meet the needs of ordinary people. Kris Fredrick will be a great representative for us in District 38A. I encourage you to support him.

Thomas Plocher Hugo

PAID LETTER Like who is backing Raleigh

Which groups a candidate is endorsed by tells you who they’ll be listening to when they go to the state Capitol. And how they’ll be voting on key issues.

The endorsements received by Kris Fredrick include the powerful public sector unions — AFSCME, AFL-CIO, SEIU and Education Minnesota. These groups’ leadership will make sure he raises taxes, increases government’s power and adds more regulations. Other endorsements come from radical climate activist groups — Sierra Club, Clean Water Action and MN350 plus Planned Parenthood and Outfront Minnesota.

On the other hand, Donald Raleigh is endorsed by the people who create jobs and grow the economy — NFIB (for small business), the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, the Minnesota Farm Bureau and Minnesotans for Affordable Health Insurance. They’ll push for lower taxes, more well-paying jobs for Minnesotans and less red tape.

Donald Raleigh also has been endorsed by the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association because of his strong background in the military and his enthusiastic support for public safety and our police officers.

I like who is backing Donald Raleigh. I know he’ll be looking out for my interests, my paycheck and my job.

Cheryl Eliason Shoreview

LEXINGTON CITY COUNCIL NOTES The Lexington City Council took the following action at its Oct. 1 meeting: • Scheduled a special City Council meeting to canvass the Nov. 3 election results at 6 p.m. Nov. 12. • Approved the final payment of $86,049 to North Valley Inc. for the 2020 Jackson Avenue project. • Approved a resolution declaring the costs to be assessed and ordering the preparation of the proposed assessments for the Jackson Avenue street project.

City Administrator Bill Petracek explained that the total amount to be assessed for the project will be $31,590, and each property owner will likely be assessed around $500 or $600.

That will all be finalized before the public hearing, which is scheduled for Nov. 5 at 7 p.m.

Property owners will receive a letter detailing how much their assessment will be and are invited to attend the public hearing should they wish to contest the amount. • Approved prorated liquor license fees for 2020. Petracek said that it was city staff’s recommendation to prorate liquor license fees

from March 16 through June 30 to offset the costs incurred and the loss of revenue for businesses experienced from being shut down due to the governor’s executive order. Payments will be due Dec. 1. “This is our recommendation based on the past year we have been having,â€? Petracek said. “Any relief we can give our businesses is good.â€? The reduction amount for four businesses totals $8,075 in fees. • Approved the replacement of an exterior digital sign at Lexington Liquors, not to exceed $35,350.

Three companies submitted proposals, with Electro Signs coming in at the lowest price. The current sign is 16 years old and in need of repair. Mayor Mike Murphy said, “I’m not crazy about the design ‌ It’s what I do for a living. I have a really good sign designer that could do something pretty cool.â€? The city was going to see if Electro Signs would consider not using its design, but one provided by Murphy’s employer. • Approved a business license for Bridgestone Tires Plus. • Dedicated up to $80,000 in CARES

Act funds to be used to upgrade the fi re department’s radios.

Fire Relief Association gambling manager Mark Kurth explained that it would cost $123,958 to purchase 25 portable radios and seven mobile radios for the department. “The existing radios are 15 years-plus old and have not been supported since 2017,� Kurth said. “If one breaks, we try to fi nd a part from another one. They are scratchy, it is hard to hear and hard to talk into.�

Petracek said, “We have got money left to burn, and we have only got a short amount of time to do it. To me this is the best way for us to spend what is left of the money.�

If there are any CARES Act funds left over (above and beyond the $80,000 that was approved), the council will dedicate that toward the fi re department for the radios.

The next City Council meeting will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, at City Hall.

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A group of Centerville Elementary kiddos from when distance learning was an unfamiliar term.

and culture on the application.

“That is something that we nurture constantly,” she said. “Student council, school patrol, Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) … Those are the kinds of things that build culture and a network of safety nets so nobody feels left out. Because a lot of times if a child is feeling like they are not wanting to go to school or if they are feeling unsuccessful, unnoticed or invisible, they aren’t going to be able to open their minds and do their best work.”

Acknowledgement is key. Kaiser said acknowledging students, their parents and staff is so important.

In addition to the school’s inclusive culture, Kaiser said another thing that may have been a factor in the award is teamwork.

“Every learner, preschool through fi fth grade, has multiple adults who are in their corner and who are either looking at academic data, or helping them make good choices, or acknowledging them for little things that they are doing,” she explained.

“That’s how you don’t let kids fall through the cracks.”

In a normal year, district staff would be invited to attend the 2020 National Blue Ribbon Schools awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. Unfortunately, due to restrictions on in-person gatherings to quell the spread of coronavirus infections, this year’s ceremony will be held virtually Nov. 12 and 13.

Although she is disappointed, Kaiser said that will not hinder the

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Centennial Elementary is one of eight schools in the state to be honored as a Blue Ribbon school in 2020.

school and district from “celebrating big-time.” Kaiser wants to make sure that the ongoing celebration includes current students, parents and staff, as well as students who have moved on to Centennial Middle School and High School and staff who have retired or moved to another school.

“This is fueling my fi re. I want to get it (the award) again,” Kaiser said.

“Once you get that ball rolling, why not keep it rolling?”

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to ensure all children succeed,” said Superintendent Brian Dietz.

“The coveted Blue Ribbon School designation is a true celebration of reading, math and overall academic success for students.”

Kaiser said she received an email back in February, right before schools entered full-time distance learning during the pandemic, that explained the school had been nominated by its Chief State School Officer (CSSO) for the program. In order to be nominated, schools have to meet several criteria. There are two award categories: “Exemplary High Performing Schools” and “Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools.” Centennial Elementary was recognized with the latter award. Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools have made the greatest advances (top 15%) in closing subgroup achievement gaps in English and mathematics over the past three to five years, measured by state assessments.

One-third of the public schools nominated by each state must serve student populations with high percentages of students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

(Centennial Elementary is a Title I school.)

After being nominated, schools have to apply. “Of course, we were going to apply, how could we not? What an opportunity,” Kaiser recalled.

A team of nine staff members with a variety of positions assembled to offer a unique perspective to the rigorous application process. All in all, it took the team about three months to apply for the award.

On the application, staff had to detail the school’s overall approach/ philosophy for curriculum and instruction when it comes to reading, math, science and social studies. In addition, staff had to explain the kind of academic supports in place for multiple groups of students including high achievers, children with special education plans, English language learners and more.

Kaiser said she was especially excited to detail the school’s climate

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LINO LAKES CITY COUNCIL NOTES The Lino Lakes City Council took the following action at its Sept. 28 meeting: • Appointed William Kusterman to the vacant seat on the Park Board.

• Approved two exempt gambling permits for the Knights of Columbus No. 9905 for raffles Nov. 24 and Jan. 2, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

The proceeds from the raffles will be used for college scholarships for members of the church.

• Appointed election judges for the Nov. 3 general election.

• Adopted the preliminary 2020 tax levy, collectible in 2021. The preliminary levy includes resources for ongoing city operations and contingencies for unforeseen expenditures. The proposed preliminary tax levy of $11,141,815 represents a $650,297 or 6.20% increase over the 2019-20 tax levy.

The city’s net tax capacity value has grown by an estimated 6.92% over the last year. The levy is estimated to result in a city tax rate of 39.870 for 2021, which is the same as the 2020 tax rate.

• Scheduled a public hearing for the proposed 2021 operating budget and 2020 tax levy, collectible in 2021, for 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14.

• Canceled two debt service levies. In June 2013, the council awarded the sale of $615,000 in general obligation improvement bonds, Series 2013A, to finance the extension of Otter Lake Road north of CSAH 14. At the time of issuance, an annual tax levy was included in the bond documents for the payment of future debt service. It was fully anticipated that the annual debt service would be satisfied by collections of special assessments and through other funding sources, and that the tax levy would be evaluated and canceled, if possible, on an annual basis. Because adequate resources are available for payment, the debt service will be canceled.

In February 2016, the council authorized the issuance of Series 2016A capital note payable to the city

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Lino Lakes Mayor Rob Rafferty recognized Peter Mundale for earning the rank of Eagle Scout. For his project, Mundale, along with the help of friends and family, built an outdoor aviary for the Parrot Adoption Education Program (PAEP) last year.

of Circle Pines to finance Lino Lakes’ share of the cost of capital equipment to be used by the North Metro Telecommunications Commission.

At the time of issuance, an annual tax levy was included in the bond documents for the payment of future debt service. It was fully anticipated that the annual debt service would be satisfied by collection of fee revenues from the North Metro Telecommunications Commission, and that the tax levy would be evaluated and canceled, if possible, on an annual basis. Because adequate resources are available for payment, the debt service will be canceled.

• Appointed Teresa Summerbell to the vacant human resources position. The position has been

vacant since Sept. 10, after former Human Resources Manager Karissa Bartholomew accepted a position with another city. Summerbell holds a bachelor’s degree in human resource management and a master’s degree in business administration.

She has 13 years of experience and will start Nov. 2 at an hourly rate of pay at $46.71.

• Accepted the body-worn camera audit report. The Lino Lakes Public Safety Department implemented the use of body-worn cameras (BWC) for all police personnel in March 2018.

As required by Minnesota law, the BWC program must be audited on a biennial basis to ensure compliance with MN Statutes 13.825 and 626.8473.

The city hired the independent

fi rm of Lynn Lembcke Consulting for the audit. Public Safety Director John Swenson explained that the city’s BWC program was compliant in all areas, with one exception.

Even though the policy was implemented in March 2018, it was not available on the public safety department’s website at the time of the audit. Swenson explained that the policy is now up on the website and will remain there.

Swenson noted that since July 18, 2018, the cameras have captured 36,173 videos.

The next City Council meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at City Hall.

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Court of Appeals rules that Minnesota schools must allow students to use locker rooms that align with their gender identity The Minnesota Court of Appeals issued a landmark decision Sept. 28 that Minnesota schools must allow students to use locker rooms that align with their gender identity under the state’s civil rights law.

This ruling comes after the Minnesota Department of Human Rights joined a lawsuit against the Anoka-Hennepin School District and School Board, the largest district in the state, for unlawfully forcing N.H., a transgender student, to use a segregated locker room based solely on his gender identity.

“This decision means that schools are now safer and more welcoming for transgender and gender nonconforming students across Minnesota,” said Minnesota Department of Human Rights Deputy Commissioner Irina Vaynerman. “Our

state was the fi rst in the nation to prohibit gender identity discrimination. Today’s decision honors that legacy and continues to build a more equitable and inclusive Minnesota.”

In a powerful opinion, the court held that it is unlawful to require transgender students to use a locker room that is inconsistent with their gender identity. The court recognized that "students should not be required to 'shop' among schools and districts to obtain a discrimination-free education," because "[s]chools play a pivotal role in a young person's development and intellectual, mental, and emotional health."

As the court noted, the facts in the case are undisputed. N.H. used the boys’ locker room without issue after he joined the boys’ swim team at Coon Rapids High School during the 2015-16 school

year. The following year, the district required him to use an entirely separate and segregated locker room and threatened to discipline N.H. if he did not use the separate room. By segregating N.H. to a separate changing space, the AnokaHennepin School District violated the Minnesota Human Rights Act, which prohibits gender identity discrimination in schools.

The Sept. 28 ruling by the Minnesota Court of Appeals comes on the heels of the historic U.S. Supreme Court decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia and additional federal court cases this summer that affi rmed that discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity is illegal under federal law.

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DNR hosts wolf plan open houses allow real-time public input and a Q&A. One open house already took place Sept. 29. The remaining two will be held from 6-8 p.m. on the following dates: • Tuesday, Oct. 6 – Central and Southern Region (including the Twin Cities) • Thursday, Oct. 8 – Northeast Region Registration is required and

available right up until the start of the event. For more information, or to register, visit dnr.state.mn.us/wolves/wolfplan.html. Those who are unable to attend an open house are invited to share their comments on the wolf management plan online at engage.dnr.state. mn.us/wolf-plan through Nov. 1.

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71% of youth believe substance use has increased during COVID-19 Know the Truth (KTT), the substance use prevention program of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, is adapting its curriculum for the 2020-21 academic year. In addition to incorporating information on the latest youth substance use trends such as vaping, the program is also addressing the specific needs of Gen Z and adding virtual capabilities.

Schools now have the option to host in-person presentations, live virtual presentations or virtual presentations that students can access at any time. “Every year our presenters speak at more than 160 high schools and middle schools throughout the state, reaching an estimated 60,000

students,� says Mika Nervick, prevention program coordinator for Know the Truth. “While we will no longer be in person at every school, our virtual capabilities are allowing us to reach even more students across the state, including in outstate Minnesota, where we have not been able to hold presentations previously.�

Prevention education is proving to be more important than ever during the twin crises of COVID-19 and social unrest. In a survey of youth conducted over the summer, Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge found that 71% believe that youth substance use has increased during COVID-19. Additionally, over half of

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 12 CENTENNIAL STATE OF MINNESOTA NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the general election has been called and will be held in and for Independent School District No. 12, (Centennial), State of Minnesota, on Tuesday, the 3rd day of November, 2020, for the purpose of electing three school board members for four year terms. The ballot shall provide as follows: INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS &: A:?1 /:8;71?17D G77 59 ?41 :A-7> > 91C? ?: D:@= /4:5/1 > 7561 ?45> SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER VOTE FOR UP TO THREE CHRIS BETTINGER JOHN BURNS STEPHANIE CARLSON SUE LINSER GINA SCHMITTDIEL _____________ write-in, if any _____________ write-in, if any The polling places for this election and the precincts served by those polling places will be as follows: BLAINE W1-P5

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following presentations. After hearing the presentation, 87% of students said they would not use tobacco or nicotine until the legal age of use, and 71% would not use alcohol before age 21.

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CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 SCHOOL BOARD WORK STUDY SESSION SUMMARY SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 (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; September 14, 2020. 1. CALL TO ORDER &KDLUSHUVRQ *XWKPXHOOHU FDOOHG WKH :RUN 6WXG\ Session to order at 5:30 p.m. The following members were present: GuthPXHOOHU :LOVRQ %HWWLQJHU 7LPP . QLVHO\ H[ RIÀFLR 'LHW] 7KH IROORZLQJ PHPber was absent: Culp. 2. CENTERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ADDITION UPDATE ([HFXWLYH 'LUHFWRU RI %XVLQHVV 6HUYLFHV 3DWULFN &KDIIH\ JDYH a presentation on the Centerville Elementary School addition. The update included the site layout plan and the construction timeline. 3. BIRCH STREET/ ANOKA COUNTY PROJECT ([HFXWLYH 'LUHFWRU RI %XVLQHVV 6HUYLFHV 3DWULFN &KDIIH\ JDYH DQ XSGDWH RQ WKH %LUFK 6WUHHW URDG FRQVWUXFWLRQ SURMHFW 7KH SURMHFW LV VFKHGXOHG WR EH FRPSOHWHG QH[W VXPPHU 4. EQUITY UPDATE Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Scott Johnson gave an update on WKH GLVWULFW¡V (TXLW\ SODQ 7KH (TXLW\ 3ODQ ZLOO EH SRVWHG RQ WKH GLVWULFW ZHEVLWH 5. 2020 PAYABLE 2021 PRELIMINARY LEVY Executive Director of Teaching DQG /HDUQLQJ 3DWULFN &KDIIH\ VKDUHG WKH WLPHOLQH IRU DSSURYDO RI WKH 3UHOLPLQDU\ /HY\ 7KH 3D\DEOH 3UHOLPLQDU\ /HY\ ZLOO EH ÀQDOL]HG DW WKH December 1 board meeting. 6.TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING - DATE & TIME The Truth in Taxation Hearing is scheduled for December 1 at 6:30 p.m.

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CITY OF CENTERVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Planning & Zoning Commission of the City of Centerville will be holding a public hearing to discuss the following City Codes: Chapter 90, §90.03. Farm Animals; Chapter 91, §91.04 Public 1XLVDQFHV $IIHFWLQJ +HDOWK &KDSWHU † 0 DLQWHQDQFH RI $GMRLQLQJ Right of Way; Chapter 156.031. Main Street Commercial District (B-2) and Chapter 156, §156.040. Industrial District (I-1); §156.144. Other Standards; and Table 156-A-1. The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. or shortly thereafter. The purpose of the meeting is to obtain public comment regarding the above stated City Code and possibility of modLÀFDWLRQ V EHLQJ PDGH WR WKHP All meetings are being held via Zoom videoconferencing: Join Zoom Meeting: KWWSV XV ZHE ]RRP XV M 0 HHWLQJ ,' IRU DXGLR RQO\ GLDO 86 &KLFDJR

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National Bullying Prevention Month: Prevention tips October is National Bullying Prevention Month, when people around the world unite to spread the powerful message, “bullying should never be a part of childhood” and promote “kindness, acceptance and inclusion.”

It is easier for someone to cyberbully anonymously; youth are isolated and looking to make connections. And youth see each and every day during this election how adults are “bullying” each other over their thoughts, ideas and beliefs.

Here are some tips for preventing bullying for children and youth that were developed based on YMCA’s work serving youth and families by Jenny Collins, executive director of the University Y and Beacons.

1. Model empathy and connect with people of all backgrounds and experiences. Bullies may target people based on race, ability or perceived difference. Encourage youth to build relationships with people across differences and to practice considering the feelings and experiences of others.

2. Encourage specific caring behavior when you see it! Instead of praise (“Good job!”), offer specific feedback on their efforts (“I saw you working really hard to problem-solve with your friend on Google Classrooms even though you were getting frustrated!”).

3. Talk about current events with youth and help them consider how they can show caring and empathy towards others. Discuss injustice in this country now and throughout history, and share stories of changemakers who worked and are working to make our country live up to its values.

4. Be engaged with the media (news, social media, YouTube etc.) your young person is consuming. Limit screen time so young people can have a break from social pressures and the stress of current events.

5. Connect your child to more positive adults they can trust. Nurture their relationship with their classroom teacher so they feel comfortable telling them if bullying is happening in the classroom. Family members, YMCA camp counselors, sports coaches and school staff can become additional important adults that youth can confide in if they are being bullied or are engaging in bullying. If you are limiting contact with some of these adults due to COVID-19, consider finding ways to still provide time remotely (Zoom call with an aunt/uncle or virtual therapy, for example).

6. Support wellness through practicing mindfulness. Today’s complex world and all of the emotions that we experience can be a lot

for youth and adults to manage. Take time for wellness and mindfulness for you and your child/teen. Practice breathing, spend time outside, do yoga, or adopt other strategies to relieve stress and calm emotions.

7. Talk with (not AT) your child or teen. Side-byside discussion can work better than face-to-face: for example, on a walk around the block or while cooking together. Try questions like, “What is one time you felt great today and one time you felt bad?” Try not to react immediately but keep your face calm and continue to ask questions if you hear something upsetting.

8. Have direct conversations about bullying periodically. “Do you feel safe at school (online or in person)?” and “Do you know what bullying is? Have you seen it happen or experienced it?” may be important questions for them to hear, even if they don’t always give you much of a response.

9. Seek resources and destigmatize mental health concerns. Bullying can lead to depression and anxiety. If our families can’t talk openly about mental health challenges experienced by so many youth and adults in our society, this can further the sense of isolation.

From press release

Waterfowl hunters reminded to avoid spreading aquatic invasive species With the Minnesota hunting season underway, it is important for waterfowl hunters to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.

Invasive species such as purple loosestrife, zebra mussels, Eurasian watermilfoil and faucet snails can be transported in waterfowl hunters' boats, decoys, blind material and other equipment without the proper precautions.

"Hunters should take a few minutes to clean plants and mud and drain water from duck boats, decoys, decoy lines, waders and push poles," said Eric Katzenmeyer, DNR invasive species specialist. "It's the key to avoiding the spread of aquatic invasive

species in waterfowl habitat."

Invasive species can damage habitat for waterfowl, fish and other wildlife, and can even cause waterfowl die-offs.

For example, faucet snails can carry parasites that kill ducks.

The DNR recommends the following to help slow the spread of aquatic invasive species: • Use elliptical, bulb-shaped or strap decoy anchors • Drain water and remove all plants and animals from boats and equipment • Remove all plants and animals from anchor lines and blind materials • Check compartments or storage in boats or kayaks that aren’t in use the

rest of the year Also, waterfowl hunters who want to use cattails or other plants for camouflage must cut them above the water line if they want to move them from lake to lake. They should not cut or move the seedheads of emergent non-native phragmites, a restricted noxious weed in Minnesota also known as common reed.

To kill or remove invasive species seeds or young zebra mussels that are difficult to see, the DNR recommends that boaters use a high-pressure spray or a hot water rinse before launching into another water body (120 degrees F for at least two minutes or 140 degrees F for at least 10 seconds). Air drying

can also be effective, but may require more time due to cooler weather.

Waterfowl hunters aren’t the only ones who should be vigilant about the spread of invasive species. Trappers also should clean their equipment before moving it to another body of water.

“Trappers of muskrats and other furbearers should also keep the ‘Clean in-Clean out’ mantra in mind,” said DNR invasive species specialist Tim Plude. “All traps, lines, boots and waders should be cleaned after each use to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.”

More information is available at mndnr.gov/ais.

POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • An officer responded to a theft from motor vehicle report in the area of Diamond Lane and Crane Drive Sept. 22. The investigation is ongoing.

• Officers responded to a report of a theft in the 7100 block of Whippoorwill Lane Sept. 22. The investigation is ongoing.

• An officer conducted a traffic stop for illegal driving conduct in the 6300 block of Otter Lake Road Sept. 22. The male driver was subsequently arrested for multiple charges, including firstdegree DWI, and booked into the Anoka County Jail.

• Officers responded to a fourvehicle personal injury crash in the 400 block of Main Street Sept. 22. Two individuals were transported to the hospital with unknown injuries.

• An officer responded to a gas station in the 7500 block of Lake Drive Sept. 22 for a theft.

Two males stole two cartons of cigarettes and ran from the store.

The investigation is ongoing.

• Officers received information of a license plate theft in the 500 block of Ash Street Sept. 23.

• An officer received a report of a school bus stop-arm violation in the 700 block of Main Street Sept.

23. The officer investigated and the involved driver was cited for the violation.

• A complainant from the 900 block of Lois Lane reported she had political signs stolen Sept.

23. The case remains under investigation. A resident from the

6700 block of Black Duck Drive also reported theft of a Trump sign Sept. 23.

• An officer responded to a call of a juvenile driving a go-cart in the street in the area of Pheasant Hills Drive and Stoneybrook Drive Sept. 23. The juvenile was contacted and told not to drive in the street.

• An officer stopped a suspected drunk driver in the 8200 block of 85th Avenue N. Sept. 23.

The driver was subsequently arrested.

• Officers responded to a property damage accident at the intersection of Hodgson Road and Birch Street Sept. 24. An adult male driver was cited for failure to obey a semaphore and expired registration.

• Officers and firefighters responded to a report of a vehicle fire in the 8300 block of 20th Avenue Sept. 24. The fire was extinguished; its cause is undetermined at this time. The incident is under investigation.

• An officer responded to a property damage motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Hodgson Road and Birch Street Sept. 24. A juvenile female was cited for failure to drive with due care.

• Officers took a report involving damage to a vehicle in the 500 block of Apollo Drive Sept. 24.

The complainant wanted the incident documented.

• Officers responded to a theft in progress at a business in the 700 block of Apollo Drive Sept. 25. The individuals were detained and the stolen items

were recovered. The individuals involved were arrested on outstanding warrants and issued citations for the theft.

• An officer was dispatched to a business on a damage to property report in the 300 block of Birch Street Sept. 25. The officer investigated, but no suspect has been identified.

• Officers responded to a restaurant in the 7100 block of Otter Lake Road on a report of a theft Sept. 25. The case is under investigation.

• While working a traffic safety detail Sept. 25, an officer assisted another agency by stopping a motorcycle for speeding in the area of Main Street NW and Avocet Street NW in Coon Rapids. The driver showed signs of impairment and was arrested for DWI. • An officer conducted a traffic stop for multiple lane violations on I-35W near 85th Avenue NE Sept. 26. The driver showed signs of impairment and was arrested for DWI. Upon completing an inventory of the vehicle, small amounts of marijuana and paraphernalia were found.

• Officers responded to a complaint of people hunting too close to a building in the 1500 block of Ash Street Sept. 26. Officers located the involved hunters and had them leave the property after talking through the applicable city ordinances.

• Officers received a report of two stolen political signs in the 400 block of Forsham Lake Drive Sept. 26.

• Officers received a damage

to property report from the 7600 block of Lake Drive Sept.

27. Officers took photos of the damage.

• An officer took a phone call from a resident in the 400 block of 62nd Street Sept. 27 reporting a defaced and damaged political sign.

• Officers responded to a twovehicle property damage accident involving a school bus in the area of Watermark Way and Harriet Lane Sept. 28. No injuries were reported.

• Officers received information regarding a theft of a political sign from the 8000 block of Wood Duck Trail Sept. 28.

• An officer located a vehicle parked in a county park after hours Sept. 28. The male driver admitted to having marijuana in his car. A search of the vehicle located the marijuana. The driver was cited.

The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Lovell Road and Griggs Avenue in Lexington Sept. 23. The drive was subsequently cited for several violations.

• Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Lake Drive and Griggs Avenue in Lexington Sept. 23. The drive was subsequently cited for several violations.

• Officers responded to a singlevehicle accident in the area of Lake Drive and Griggs Avenue in Lexington Sept. 23. One person was transported to the hospital.

• Police responded to the 7000 block of 20th Avenue in Centerville Sept. 24 on a theft report.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for speeding in the area of Lexington Avenue and Edgewood Road in Lexington Sept. 24. The driver was issued several citations, including speeding, no driver’s license and no proof of insurance.

• Police were dispatched to the area of Lake Drive and Firebarn Drive in Circle Pines Sept. 25 on a damage to property report.

Information was collected.

• Officers were dispatched to a personal injury accident in the 9300 block of Lexington Avenue in Lexington Sept. 25.

Information was collected.

• Police received a theft of bicycle report from the 8400 block of Lexington Avenue in Lexington Sept. 25. A suspect has not been identified.

• Officers gave a verbal warning for disorderly conduct in the area of Firebarn Road and East Road in Circle Pines Sept. 25.

• A residential burglary was reported in the 600 block of Village Parkway in Circle Pines Sept. 27.

• Police assisted the St. Paul Police Department in the 4100 block of Lovell Road in Lexington Sept.

28.

• Officers responded to the area of Center Park in Circle Pines Sept. 28 on a delayed gunshot call. Officers checked the area and found a deceased duck. No suspects were located.

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Would you, could you, with a fox? Sustainable Safari says ‘yes’

Kaila Smith and her 1-year-old son Dwight, of Richfield, feed a kangaroo at Sustainable Safari, formerly known as Cock-A-Doodle-Zoo. Red kangaroos are from Australia and are one of the largest marsupials living today. When the babies are born they are about the size of a jelly bean, but they can grow to be over 6 feet tall.

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM LEAD EDITOR

Do you want to hug a kangaroo, cuddle a fox, pet a porcupine or feed a grape to a ringtail lemur?

Those are just some of the many experiences guests will fi nd at the Maplewood Mall. Sustainable Safari, formerly known as Cock-A-DoodleZoo, moved into the Maplewood Mall last year on Black Friday but had to shut down March 15 when the mall closed its doors because of the pandemic. The zoo is located on the second floor at the southwest end of the mall, near where Sears used to be.

Former White Bear Lake residents Bob and Mishelle Pilz, who now live in Scandia, have been in the business for around 20 years. Bob has fi lled the roles of the dreamer, creator, carpenter, educator and more and Mishelle is the marketer. How did he get into the world of exotic animals?

“I bought a camel,” said Bob. “I found out you could get access to crazy animals legally, and it took off.”

Bob was in the real estate business until the housing market crashed in 2008, which caused him to reevaluate and dream up another career. “We started doing petting zoos. We had tons of crazy animals. It was like my little Michael Jackson Neverland Ranch. We started bring the animals out and no one else was doing that, so it just took off.”

Throughout the years Cock-ADoodle Zoo has become well known around the state for its wildlife shows at day care facilities and schools and petting zoos at various city festivals (including Marketfest), county fairs and the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.

Bob’s dream has always been to have a location, which needed to be indoors because of Minnesota’s harsh winters. “I was walking through the Mall of America (MOA) for my daughter’s 11th birthday (she’s 21 now), and it just hit me like a baseball bat. This is where we have to go, indoors,” Bob recalled.

After several years of negotiating back and forth with MOA and some very big numbers, they decided to try out the concept at Maplewood Mall. On June 15, when the business reopened after being closed down three months, it opened with a new name: Sustainable Safaris. The business’s mission is to educate the public on planetary sustainability through the use of live animals in a safe and up-close way.

President/CEO David Harvey, who has been involved in the business since 2017, said you can’t share the sustainable message until people

become more familiar with the animals.

“In the city, most of these folks have never seen a kangaroo. They couldn’t pick out a goat from a donkey,” he said. Harvey said he has walked around the mall several times with a kangaroo and has been asked if he is carrying a reindeer, donkey, rabbit or camel.

“It’s all about education. There are some pretty cool animals that are out there, and until you can have an upclose-and-personal interaction with an animal, it is hard for somebody to be excited or want to hear a message about sustainability,” he explained.

“We need to make sure that these animals are going to be here for their own grandkids and their grandkids.”

Bob added, “I’m a Christian, I’m a believer in Christ and I love the beginning story. It thrills me to be the steward of these animals and help create a place that is safe to learn about them and get up close to them.”

Sustainable Safari currently has around 140 animals, not including the 206 parakeets. Some of the most popular animals include the kangaroo, Fennec fox and alligators, but there are also wallabies, raccoons, goats, alligators, lemurs, porcupines, emus, badgers, deer, llamas, bunnies, capybaras and more.

For the price of a general admission ticket, you can touch, pet, feed and interact with almost 90% of the animals. There are typically three wildlife shows a day. Safari tours and tokens can also be purchased for more up-close experiences, like sitting on a couch with a baby wallaby.

“I want them to have a good experience with an animal that they have never met, learn something new about an animal they have never met,” Harvey explained.

In addition to its new home at the Maplewood Mall, the business still offers a traveling experience wildlife show at senior centers, schools, day care and YMCA facilities etc.

Many of the cleaning protocols and business operations have not changed during the pandemic because they were already in place.

In addition to the $40,000 ventilation system that cycles the air every six minutes, handwashing stations and hand sanitizer were already in use.

The business has always had strict cleaning protocols in place, too.

For more information about Sustainable Safari, visit sustainablesafari.net.

Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

President/CEO David Harvey feeds a couple of emus. Harvey has been with Sustainable Safari since 2017.

An employee of Sustainable Safari gives some love and attention to an African crested porcupine, one of the largest porcupines in the word. When the babies are born they are about the size of a baking potato. Their quills are soft at birth, but harden in the first few days of life.

PHOTOS BY SHANNON GRANHOLM | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

This baby fennec fox can be found in Africa.

Fennec foxes are the smallest foxes in the world. When the babies are born, they weigh about as much as two double A batteries.

Their ears are oversized to help dissipate heat from their bodies.

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