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What are you thankful for?

In honor of Thanksgiving, Press Publications reached out to students from Sunrise Elementary School in Blaine to ask

Blue Heron Elementary kindergarten teacher Angee Forte has been teaching in the Centennial School District for the last 19 years. She recently was named one of the finalists in the Best Teacher category in the Quad Community Press area.

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Forte grew up in Brooklyn Park and attended Totino-Grace High School, where she now coaches the varsity

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dance team. She went to the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and got her bachelor’s and master’s in teaching. Forte said she became a teacher because she always loved school and working with children.

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HUGO SENIOR CITIZENS PLAY ‘500’

FAST BEFORE THE FEAST

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

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When: 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 28 Where: White Bear Lake County Park, 5050 Lake Ave. Details: Thanksgiving Day 5K,10K and Turkey Dash with courses along White Bear Lake and through downtown. Registration information online.

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PHOTOS WITH SANTA

When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 Where: Mahtomedi District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Families can have their picture taken with Santa. Event hosted by Kramer-Berg Legion Post 507.

LIVE TRIVIA

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

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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

When: 9-11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 Where: Hugo American Legion, 5383 140th St. N. Details: Annual family-friendly event hosted

by Hugo American Legion Auxiliary Unit 620.

Donations accepted for the Hugo Food Shelf.

‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL’

When: Nov. 22-Dec. 15 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave. Details: Classic holiday story performed by Lakeshore Players.

Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org

When & Where: 5:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2 in Centerville neighborhoods; 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 in Circle Pines neighborhoods Details: Have non-perishable food and new, unwrapped toys ready to donate and put in Santa’s fire truck as he makes his way through neighborhoods. Santa will have treats for the kids along the route. Labeled donations may also be left by mailboxes. All donations go to the Centennial Community Food Shelf. Parade maps in this week’s paper and online.

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When: 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Where: White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, 1851 Birch St. Details: AARP Fraud Watch Network presents ‘The Scam Landscape: Staying Safe’ to help seniors compact fraud and identity theft. For seniors and others interested in protecting loved ones.

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LINO LAKES TOASTMASTERS CLUB

When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26 Where: Zoom Details: Develop your communication and leaderships skills.

Contact: Phyllis Moore: 763-268-9366

CHRISTMAS CONCERT

When: 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 Where: St. Joseph Church, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: Christmas sing-a-long plus a church choir concert. Light refreshments will be served. Free, but please bring a donation for the local food shelf.

Contact: Andrea Grasse: 651-784-3015

CALENDAR BRIEFS Burgers for the Troops at the Hugo American Legion

Have breakfast with Santa on Nov. 30

On the fourth Monday of every month from 5-8 p.m. Hugo Yellow American Ribbon Network volunteers will be serving burgers at the Hugo American Legion. Event proceeds will support Military Families.

The Hugo American Legion is located at 5383 140th St. N., Hugo. Cash or check is accepted.

The Lino Lake Volunteers in Public Safety will be hosting a breakfast with Santa from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 40 at the Lino Lakes Fire Station #1, 7741 Lake Dr. Bring family and friends for this fun and family friendly event. Attendees can enjoy freshly made pancakes and a chance to their picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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Birthdays, Turkey Trot and Thanksgiving

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appy Fall everyone! This time of year is my absolute favorite. The leaves are beginning to change color, it is just cold enough where you need a light jacket to go outside and everyone is getting ready for Thanksgiving.

This is a busy month for my family. On top of making Thanksgiving plans, it is me and my dad’s birthday month. We were born one day a part, which means we usually have a combined birthday celebration with family.

A few years ago, we went to Nashville to celebrate my 21st. My sister and I both brought our best friends with. We rented a house 10 minutes away from downtown and spent the weekend taking in the music. Last year, my dad and Madeline’s live I went back to catch a Wild versus Predators hockey game for our Mail birthdays.

Madeline Dolby I have always made a large deal about birthday celebrations. In college, my roommates and I would throw one another a birthday party the weekend after each other’s birthday.

On the actual day, we would surprise each other with a birthday cake and celebrate just the four of us in some sort of fashion, typically watching the birthday girl’s favorite movie.

I am the same way with my family. I love celebrating my friends and family whenever I can.

This year, I am sadly not going back to Nashville.

Some of you may know from my previous columns, but Nashville is one of my favorite places ever.

Everything about it just oddly feels like home.

At the end of the month, we will get together with family and celebrate Thanksgiving.

We did not have a traditional Thanksgiving last year. On Thursday morning we woke up around 6 a.m., drove down to St. Paul and did the Turkey Trot. It was a lot colder than I was expecting it to be, which made it even harder to participate in the race. For the whole race I could see my breath and my hands were permanently frozen into fists. My mom wore a winter parka to the race it was so cold.

But I am glad we did it because it meant I got to eat an extra slice of pie or two at dinner.

This year, we are not doing the Turkey Trot again. I cannot tell whether I should be jumping up and down with joy or disappointed. It was nice to challenge myself after being out of a competitive sport for so long, but my body will also be silently thanking me for not waking up so early and facing the cold.

Around this time of year, I always begin to reflect on the past year. I try to pinpoint the “best moments” and remember who was there with me.

Thanksgiving is not only about waking up early and doing your local Turkey Trot, but it is about being grateful for the people in your life. Within the last year, I have strengthened relationships with old college friends and met new people that I cannot imagine not having in my life. They all have played a large role in who I am today.

Thank you to all of those who continue to support me, and thank you to readers for allowing Press Publications to continue to share bits and pieces of our communities with you.

Madeline Dolby is editor of the Quad Community Press. She can be reached at 651-407-1226 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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chool is in full swing! Our first quarter of school is complete, the Thanksgiving and winter breaks are fast approaching, and we are planning ahead and creating new opportunities for students to prepare them for a successful future. We want to help ensure our students are prepared to accomplish their dreams and impact our and Movers & community the world.

I’ve written in Shakers past columns about Jeff Holmberg the Manufacturing Pathway program at Centennial High School. We help students explore careers in the trades and gain skills before graduation.

We continue to expand the manufacturing learning lab with machinery donations supporting expanded programming.

We have also developed a few paths for students who wish to work toward their college and career plans while simultaneously earning high school and college credit. We are expanding our College in the Schools (CIS) course

offerings for students in grades 9 through 12. Classes are offered in collaboration with the University of Minnesota and other area colleges and universities and are taught at Centennial High School

by Centennial teachers. Students experience the pace and challenge of college-level courses and are tested and graded throughout the class. College credit is determined by the student’s final grade in the course. We also continue to offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses. These courses are taught

by Centennial teachers, and earned college credit is based on a student’s performance on the standardized AP test.

Students enrolled in CIS and AP courses can access the high school’s academic support systems, such as tutoring and counseling. Families can access their student’s grades and follow their academic progress. Through a very rigorous schedule, students could earn 60 college credits by taking both AP and CIS courses without ever leaving the high school campus and continue to be part of the Centennial High School community. That’s a tuition savings of $32,275.

Through expanding programming, we offer our students options to help them

prepare for whatever is next and beyond. We want our students to excel in their coursework and be involved in clubs, activities, and/ or athletics while balancing school and being a part of their school community.

Community partnerships also help create opportunities for students. A partnership with AbleIT, a local nonprofit information technologies company founded

by Top5 Technologies and located in Lino Lakes, offers hands-on training for our Journey students, ages 18–22, where they develop the skillset that may lead to internships and assistance with job placement within the refurbished IT community.

We are also gearing up to welcome future Cougars to the district. Registration for the 2025-2026 school year begins Dec. 2. See isd12.org/enroll-today for information. We look forward to welcoming new students and their families to our schools!

Jeff Holmberg is the superintendent of the Centennial School District.

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POLICE REPORTS The Centennial Lakes Police Department reports the following selected incidents: • Officers were dispatched to the intersection of Lake Drive and Point Cross Drive in Circle Pines Nov. 13 on reports of a property damage accident.

• Officers were dispatched Nov. 14 for a fraud case in the 9100 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington.

• Police initiated a traffic stop Nov. 15 in the 1700 block of Main Street in Centerville for speeding.

• Police took a delayed phone call Nov. 15 for a theft report in the 30 block of Village Parkway in Circle Pines.

• Police responded Nov. 16 to a verbal disagreement between a husband and wife in the 3800 block of Patriot Lane in Lexington. The parties were separated with no criminal charges filed.

• Police initiated a traffic stop Nov. 17 at the intersection of Lake Drive and Village Parkway in Circle Pines for a speeding violation. Police discovered the driver and a few other passengers to be juveniles out past their curfews.

• Officers responded Nov. 18 to a report of a suspicious person in the 1900 block of Cardinal Drive in Centerville.

• Police responded Nov. 19 to the area of Griggs Avenue and Restwood Road in Lexington regarding a customer dispute at nearby business. The caller was transported to his home.

The Lino Lakes Police Department reports the following selected incidents: • An officer responded to a report of a male sleeping in a vehicle Nov. 12 in the parking lot of a local business after hours in the 7100 block of Otter Lake Road. The officers checked the male and determined he was fine. They then asked him to leave.

• Officers located vandalism Nov. 12 on city property in the 500 block of Birch Street. The damage was documented and the investigation is ongoing.

• Officers responded to a report of a gas leak Nov. 12 in a building located in the 600 Town Center Parkway. The fire division responded and shut off gas supply to the building.

• Officers responded to a report of a verbal argument between juveniles Nov. 12 in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway. Officers investigated and determined there no crime had been committed. The officers provided the parents with ways to prevent the problem from reoccurring.

• Officers responded to a call from a resident Nov. 12 in the 600 block of Town Center Parkway who had questions about an ongoing investigation and a suspicious person spotted near their neighborhood. The officers provided the resident with information about acquiring public data.

• An officer responded to a call of a suspicious person on a roadway Nov. 12 near the intersection of Hodgson Road and Birch Street.

The officer determined no crimes had been committed.

• Officers responded to a report of an open door Nov. 12 in the 6300 block of Langer Lane. It was determined that the door was pushed open by wind and no crime had occurred.

• An officer took a phone call Nov. 12 on an attempted fraud report involving someone representing themselves as law enforcement in the 200 block of Woodridge Lane. The incident was documented and the law enforcement agency was notified.

• AN officer responded to a car versus deer property damage crash Nov. 12 in the intersection of Main Street and Fourth Avenue.

The vehicle had moderate damage but was driven from the scene. The driver was given a case number and the incident was documented.

• Officers responded to an assault report Nov. 12 that occurred in the 7500 block of Fourth Avenue. Following an investigation, three juveniles were charged with assault and disorderly conduct.

• An officer took a report of a fraud Nov. 13 in the 7900 block of Lake Drive. The victim lost money that could not be recovered. The incident is being investigated.

• An officer took a report of a theft Nov. 13 at a local business in the 6700 block of Hodgson Road.

• While on patrol Nov. 14, an officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation near the intersection of Town Center Parkway and Village Drive. The driver was subsequently arrested on a warrant and booked at jail.

• Officers responded to a local roadway near the

intersection of Hodgson Road and Blue Heron Drive Nov. 14 on a report of a possible injury accident. Officers spoke with the involved drivers and determined there were no injuries.

After an investigation, one driver was issued a citation for a moving violation.

• An officer responded to a possible fraud report Nov. 15 in the 7100 block of Second Avenue. The officer documented all information and provided the caller with the case number.

• Officers responded to a local residence in the 400 block of Aqua Circle Nov. 15 on a report of a juvenile pounding on the windows of a residence.

The area was searched, and the juveniles were not located.

• An officer observed a vehicle traveling over 100 mph near the intersection of Interstate 35E and Main Street Nov. 18. The officer attempted to stop the vehicle; however, the driver fled. The investigation is ongoing.

• An officer assisted a resident in the 500 block of 62nd Street Nov. 16 with an owl trapped in a soccer net. The owl was captured and brought to a wildlife rehabilitation facility for care.

• Officers were conducting a proactive enforcement initative Nov. 16 in a neighborhood in the 400 block of Aqua Circle experiencing ongoing problems with people pounding on windows and doors of homes, ringing doorbells, then running away. During the initiative, two juvenile males committed the related crime in the presence of an officer, then fled from officers, but were apprehended. They were arrested for disorderly conduct and fleeing police on foot. The juveniles were released to their parents and will be formally charged through the county attorney’s office.

• An officer took report of a missing person Nov. 17 in the 300 block of Ware Circle. The incident is under investigation.

• A Community Service Officer was dispatched Nov. 18 to a report of found property at a business in the 7600 block of Lake Drive. The business was provided with options to solve the problem.

• An officer took a phone call Nov. 18 regarding a vehicle at a service stop in the 7300 block of Lake Drive. The officer spoke to an employee and the details were documented. No crime had occurred.

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL BOARD SNIPPETS • The Lino Lakes Ambassadors were recognized for their achievements in the community.

Emily Black, Tabitha Johnson and Amelia Patterson were crowned Miss Lino Lakes Ambassadors in August at the Blue Heron Days celebration. The three ambassadors will represent the city of Lino Lakes at various local events.

• The board received the results of the district’s audit for 2024. The audit report was provided by Erin Neilson from Malloy, Montague, Karnowksi, Radosevich & Co. (MMKR). Results showed that there were no instances of noncompliance or weakness in materials. The board accepted the 2024 audit.

• Executive Director Mark Grossklaus provided the board with an update on the World’s Best Workforce program. The World’s Best Workforce bill was passed in 2013 to ensure that every school district in the state is making strides to increase student performance. This year, there will be four key goals: The approach to learning, language and literacy development, cognition will increase 45 percentage points from fall to spring 2024-25; there will be a 2 percent increase in performance of each student subgroup in reading and math based on 2025 results; have an average ACT composite score of 24 or higher in 2024; and the 4-year graduation rate for Centennial Public Schools will increase 95% in 2024. Last year, there were five key goals. For 2023-2024, Goal 1 was met

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The Lino Lakes Ambassadors (from left: Amelia Patterson, Emily Black and Tabitha Johnson) were recognized for their achievements at the most recent school board meeting.

in two out of three categories. Goal 1 focused on all students being ready for school. The goal was to see an increase of 42% from fall to spring in social and emotional development in preschool students. The district saw only an increase of 35% in those students. Goal 3 was not met; Goal 4 was partially met, and Goal 5 was not met. Data was not provided for Goal 2 and was omitted from the report.

• The board approved the 20252026 school year calendar. Board members added a graduation date after a workshop session. Graduation is planned for June 13, 2025. The calendar will not be officially approved until January 2025.

• The board approved a property purchase agreement for the parcel of land located at 1687 Westview St. in Centerville for $1.2 million. The purchase agreement will go in front of the City Council in December. At this time, it is undecided what will be built on the property.

• Peterson Bros. Roofing will replace the High School West and Blue Heron Elementary gym roofs after the board accepted its bid of $1,425,100.

• Innovative Office Solutions will be responsible for replacing lunchroom tables at multiple schools in the district after the board accepted its bid for the amount of $419,974.

• The board accepted multiple

contributions made to the district.

Donations were made to Golden Lake Elementary School, Centennial Middle School, Blue Heron Preschool and the Centennial School District.

• The board approved revised policy 620. The policy of the school district is to provide a process for awarding students credit toward graduation requirements for credits and grades students complete in other schools, postsecondary or higher education institutions, other learning environments, and online courses and programs. The revision will add a weighted grade point average for credits earned via postsecondary coursework. These courses will be based on a 4.5 scale.

An additional day will be added for students to express their interest in PSEO, too.

• The board approved the School Board Member Handbook.

The handbook will cover board practices. Once approved, it will be a part of the board’s ongoing work as members participate in retreats and prepare for new board member orientation this upcoming January.

The next regular school board meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2, in the district office. The work session will be at 5:30 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 16.

Madeline Dolby

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‘Skipper Finds Home’: A Q&A with area author Kyle Manley If you got to know Hugo resident Kyle Manley, he would tell you all about his history of having a green thumb. Whether introducing children to the beauty of wildlife as a wilderness guide or providing exceptional garden services through his company, Manley Gardening LLC, Manley has always had the great outdoors on his side.

In addition to these credentials, Manley is also the author of a new children’s book, Kyle Manley “Skipper Finds Home: A Caterpillar's Quest through Native Plants.” It’s about a Dakota Skipper butterf ly who goes on a quest to find the perfect home. Press Publications recently interviewed Manley to learn more about the inspiration behind the book and the importance of teaching environmental awareness to children.

Q: Where did you grow up, and how did you get into writing?

A: I grew up in Rosemount. I wasn’t really a writer, but after having my son, we spent a lot of time at the library and at home reading books. As we read dozens (and probably at this point hundreds) of books, I found myself thinking that I could write one. My first career was in teaching music, so education has always been in my bones.

Q: What was the main inspiration behind “Skipper Finds Home”?

A: Through reading books at the library with my son and owning my own gardening business, the two seemed to organically meld together. The idea seemed pretty clear to me, melding a love for nature with the simplicity of a children’s book while giving a platform to expose awareness to the plight of the Dakota Skipper and other insects. By learning about

native plants early on, the readers (including the adults) can hopefully plant more of them in their gardens and help support struggling populations.

Q: How important is teaching children about environmental awareness from a young age?

A: I’ve always had a passion for the environment, even from my early years, when I would chase bugs around for my collection and just be outside. Getting my Eagle Scout helped me learn about environmental stewardship and the value of being in nature. In college, I worked as a wilderness guide, taking campers through the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Quetico and other wilderness areas in the upper Midwest, which was very rewarding to give kids that experience. I believe it’s critical to educate children as young as possible about the benefits of the environment and how to be good stewards. The more ways we can get them hooked into positive and meaningful environmental experiences, the better chance we have of them becoming good stewards in their own communities.

Q: Did you find it easy or difficult to find the right way to convey your message?

A: With my background in teaching, I knew the more simple and clear I could make the text and story, the better. In many ways, figuring out what not to include was where most of the important decisions were. I found many children’s books based on stewardship too wordy, complex and preachy for early readers. I think having forward momentum in a story is important without adding complexity. The added benefit of “Skipper Finds Home” is the addition of contrast, which helps little ones achieve their learning goals.

Q: You’ve spoken highly of

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Skipper Finds Home: Kyle Manley is the author of a new book, “Skipper Finds Home,” about a Dakota Skipper butterfly on a quest to find its perfect home (credit Kyle Manley).

White Bear Lake resident Mia Binsfield, who is responsible for illustrating your book. How important are her illustrations in driving your story’s message of environmental awareness?

A: Without Mia’s captivating and adorable illustrations, there would be no “Skipper Finds Home”.

The way she adds texture, color, and emotion to Skipper is critical.

The perspectives and depth in her illustrations really bring out the contrast and story. She took the reins of the character after we talked about who Skipper was and the important elements of the story.

Q: What are you hoping readers will take away from your book?

A: I hope readers — young and

old readers — will come away with a desire to help Skipper and be good environmental stewards. I also hope they can learn about new plants they can grow in their gardens to help insects like the Dakota Skipper and support their local wildlife.

Q: Do you have any other books in the works?

A: I do not have any new books in the works, but I don’t think we have seen the last of Skipper yet!

Those interested in buying a copy of “Skipper Finds Home” can do so online at www.itascabooks. com or contact Manley directly at manleykt@gmail.com to make a purchase.

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PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Professional Organizer MN 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 63 E GOLDEN LAKE RD CIRCLE PINES MN 55014 3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business.

Kelly M Livingston 63 E GOLDEN LAKE RD CIRCLE PINES MN 55014 I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: January 17, 2024 Signed: Kelly M Livingston Published two times in the Quad Community Press on November 26 and December 3, 2024.

CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12

SCHOOL BOARD WORK STUDY SESSION SUMMARY OCTOBER 7, 2024 (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; October 7, 2024.

1. Call to Order Chair Knisely called the Work Study Session to order at 5:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. Roll Call The following members were present: ex-officio Holmberg, Knisely, Murphy, Schwinn, Johnson, Bettinger, Linser. The following members were absent: None. 3. CHS Parking Fees Overview Executive Director Chaffey and Principal Breuning shared the history of explanation of current parking fee rates. 4. 2025 Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Rates and Plan Update Executive Director Chaffey shared the proposed rates and plan for 2025 life insurance and long-term disability. The Board will be asked to approve the rates at the October 21 meeting. 5. Student Enrollment Update Executive Director Grossklaus gave a report on enrollment which included enrollment numbers from 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. 6. School Board Governance Plan Review The 3 Year Governance Plan is reviewed and updated annually at the board retreat in August and several times throughout the school year. The board reviewed the plan and noted that we are on track. 7. School Board Handbook Draft Review Draft of the School Board Handbook was reviewed. The final copy will be brought to the board for approval at the October 21 meeting. 8. Review of 2024 Legislative Session Policy Updates The board reviewed eighteen policies which have been revised to reflect changes in state law. The revised pol-

icies will be brought for a second reading/adoption at the October 21 meeting.

9. Adjourn at 6:38 p.m.

Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on November 26, 2024.

CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY OCTOBER 21, 2024 (Abbreviated-full minutes available at www.isd12.orq or call 763-7926010 to request a hard copy) LEGAL NOTICE: School Board, Independent School District 12; 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota; October 21, 2024.

1. Call to Order Chair Knisely called the Regular Meeting of the School Board to order at 6:30 p.m. in the District Office Board Room. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call The following members were present: Knisely, ex-officio Holmberg, Linser, Bettinger, Schwinn, Johnson. Member Murphy was absent. 4. Approval of the Agenda Motion to approve the agenda

by Bettinger, seconded by Linser. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Public Comment None. 6. Consent Items 6.1. Approval of Minutes. 6.2.

Approval of Monthly Disbursements. 6.3. Approval of Personnel Items.

6.4. approval of Overnight Field Trip. Motion to approve the Consent Agenda Items as detailed in the enclosures by Schwinn, seconded by Johnson. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 7. Resource Management 7.1. Student Enrollment Update - October 2024. No School Board action required. 7.2. Approval of 2025 Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Rates and Plan. Motion to approve the 2025 Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Rates and Plan by Johnson, seconded by Schwinn.

Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 7.3. Property Purchase Agreement for 1687 Westview St - Discussion Item. No School Board action required. 7.4. Approval of Schedule B MOU. Motion to approve the Schedule B MOU for the addition of the Dance Team Fall Head position by Unser, seconded by Bettinger. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 8. Supplemental Items 8.1. Second Rading/Adoption of Revised Policies. Motion to adopt the policies with 2024 Legislative Session updates by Johnson, seconded by Schwinn. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. 9. Communication 9.1. AMSD. 9.2. CAEF. 9.3. NE Metro 916. 9.4. SAFF. 9.5.

District Committee Reports. 10. Superintendent Report 11. Informational Items 11.1. Dates to Note. 12. Adjourn Motion to adjourn by Bettinger, seconded by Johnson. Vote: 5-0-0. Motion carried unanimously. Adjourn at 7:00 p.m.

Craig Johnson, School Board Clerk Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on November 26, 2024.

CITY OF CIRCLE PINES

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2025 ROOF REPLACEMENT — CENTENNIAL FIRE STATION #1 Sealed bids in duplicate will be received by CITY OF CIRCLE PINES for

2025 Roof Replacement for the Centennial Fire Station #1 until 2:00 PM, January 7, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud.

Bidders are invited to attend. Bids received after this time will be returned unopened.

Bids shall be upon the form provided in the Bidding Documents. Envelopes containing bids must be sealed and marked “2025 Roof Replacement at Centennial Fire Station 1”, with the name and address of the bidder, and the date and hour of the opening. Bids shall be delivered to: Patrick Antonen City of Circle Pines 200 Civic Heights Circle Circle Pines, MN 55014 The complete form shall be without alterations, additions, or erasures. All bids shall be on a lump sum basis.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities in bids.

Bidding Documents are available for $22 via digital download at www. questcdn.com or www.inspec.com.

Contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, downloading, and working with this digital project information. Plan Holders are parties that have downloaded the plans and specifications. Plan holders will be notified via email as addenda are issued.

Copies of the Bidding Documents will be on file and available for inspection at Inspec, 5801 Duluth Street, Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422.

Each bidder shall accompany the Bid Form with Bid Security and the Responsible Contractor’s Affidavit as described in the Instructions to Bidders.

List of planholders, project cost estimate (if available), and bid results may be viewed at www.questcdn.com or www.inspec.com Direct communications regarding this Project to Bruce Hellier Inspec, telephone 763-546-3434; bhellier@inspec.com.

A pre-bid conference will be held at 2:00 PM, December 17, 2024 at the Project site, 2 East Road, Circle Pines, Minnesota.

Published two times in the Quad Community Press on November 26 and December 3, 2024.

CITY OF LINO LAKES ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota is requesting proposals from architectural firms that possess qualifications to provide full A/E design and construction services for a proposed Lino Lakes Public Works Facility. Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m., December 20th, 2024.

A copy of the full RFP can be found on the City’s website here: www.linolakes.us/publicworksrfp Roberta Colotti, CMC, City Clerk Published two times in the Quad Community Press on November 26 and December 3, 2024.

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plained. “And they learn to, kind of, grow together and build relationships. They grow so much socially and academically, just seeing that progress they make over the years is really wonderful. It’s my favorite part.”

Not only are her students building a community in the classroom, Forte noted, but they also are learning academically and learning how to be a good friend, how to function in a classroom and be a part of a community.

“It is really rewarding, on my part, to get to see that happen every day,” she said.

Forte added that she has worked in other schools, but there is something special about Blue Heron Elementary and the Centennial School District.

When Forte had found out she was a finalist in the Best Of competition, she was very surprised and grateful to be recognized for something she loves to do.

“It was very unexpected,” said Forte about the nomination. “I just feel very appreciative for the recognition. It just reminds me so much of how wonderful our school is, and our district is.”

To see the list of winners and finalists in the Quad Community Press Best Of competition, go to www.presspubs.com/quad/bestof.

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

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Ingredients: • 1/2 cup roughly chopped pecans • 6 pieces naan bread • 1/2 cup plus 1 tsp. honey mustard • 1 1/2 pounds shredded leftover turkey • 8 oz. goat cheese, crumbled • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt • Black pepper, to taste • 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar • 6 Tbsp. olive oil • 5 cups shredded Brussels sprouts • 3/4 cups dried cranberries • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives • Sweet potato chips, for serving

Directions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.

Spread the pecans on one of the baking sheets and bake until toasted, about 5 minutes. Put the naan on the other baking sheet. Spread with 1/2 cup honey mustard and top with the turkey. Sprinkle the goat cheese over the turkey and season with a pinch each of salt and pepper. Bake until edges of the naan are golden, about eight to 10 minutes. Whisk the vinegar and remaining honey mustard in a large bowl. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil to make a dressing. Add the Brussels sprouts, dried cranberries, pecans and chives to the dressing.

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Mashed Potato Pancakes Ingredients: • 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes • 1 large egg • 1/3 all-purpose flour, plus more as needed • 1/2 tsp. Kosher salt • 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese • 2 finely chopped green onions • Vegetable oil, for frying • Sour cream, to serve Directions: In large bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, egg, flour, salt and pepper until well combined.

Fold in the cheese and green onions. If the mixture appears to be too sticky, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time. Place panko breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl. Divide the mashed potato mixture into eight portions. Form the portions, into a 3 1/2-inch disks. Dredge each disk into the panko, shaking off excess. To a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, add oil. Heat the oil to 350-degrees Fahrenheit. Fry the potato pancakes until golden brown and crispy, two to three minutes each side. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Serve hot.

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Centennial struggled last year, finishing 8-18 overall, 4-13 in the NWSC, but hope to move up a few notches, led by three of their top four scorers returning.

They’re led by Jackson Driessen, senior guard, who paced the team with 15.2 points per game (ppg). Also returning to the team is senior forward Jacob Hosfield (8.4 ppg) and junior forward Tristan Hanson (7.5 ppg).

Breaking into the varsity rotation are senior guard Marshawn Carlvin, senior guard Max Johnson, senior post Kellen Binder, senior guard Charlie Beck and junior guard/post Zach Espinosa.

Coach Spencer Waldvogel says this team will be able to score and play defense, with team chemistry as another strength.

“These guys all have the right attitude and I’m excited to see what we can do,” he said. “We have a lot of seniors that will contribute who worked hard in the off-season.”

Their depth is hurt by three players out for the year with knee injuries: Jack D’Agostino (8.1 ppg last year), Landon Gnadke and Easton Hoelle.

About the Cougar prospects, Waldvogel assessed, “Our conference is always extremely difficult, quite frankly one of the best in the state.

We hope to be in the middle of the pace. Our section (7AAAA) is wide open as well. We expect to be a contender in our section.”

The Cougars will open at home Dec. 3, against New Prague, followed by the conference opener at Blaine on Dec. 5.

The Cougars, coached by Chase Steffen, were 18-15 last season, 6-7 in the conference.

Top returning wrestlers are junior Tyler Cook, who was 33-10 and placed third in the section at 189 pounds; junior Logan Fu, who was 32-16 and placed third at 121; eighth-grader Leeton Guggenberger, who was 21-21 and placed third at 114; senior Jaden Lilly, who was 22-20 and placed third at 133 and senior Evan Just, who was 9-14 and took fourth at 152.

The girls contingent in the program is led by sophomore Nora Akpan, who placed third in the state tournament at 130 pounds and had a 30-3 record and senior Alaina Franco, also a state qualifier at 148 pounds, who had a 20-9 record.

The Cougars will open at the Coon Rapids Invitational on Dec. 7 and their first conference match will be on Dec. 12 at Champlin Park. The first girls meet is a tournament Jan. 4 at St. James.

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Centennial/Spring Lake Park has plenty of firepower back from a 24-2-2 team that won the Northwest Suburban Conference (10-1-1) and was ranked No. 5 in the state.

The Cougars, coached by Sean Molin, have started the season 4-0, including a win over No. 1 ranked Minnetonka. Their goal is to finish the job of reaching the state tournament this year, having lost in last year’s section finals to Maple Grove after beating their archrival in conference.

Four of the Cougars’ seven all-conference players return: senior forward Teagan Kulenkamp (22 goals, 21 assists), senior forward Alexis Larsen (10-15), junior defenseman Katie Ball (5-18) and sophomore forward Grace Laager (20-27).

Additional productive scorers back on this young but veteran team are freshman forward Mia Sutch (17-10), sophomore forward Maddie Wolter (7-12), sophomore defenseman Brooke Ueland (4-14), and freshman forward/defenseman Annabelle Buccicone (5-12). Other returning letter winners include senior defenseman Ella Oberg, junior forward Lillian Renslow, and junior defenseman Melanie Reff.

The biggest hole is the graduation of allstate goalie Kaitlin Groess, a four-year starter.

Sophomore Kaia Weiland is the new starter, with junior Celine DeWandeler also seeing action.

They’ve allowed only five goals in four games.

The Cougars had 15 goals from eight players in the first four games with juniors Ayla Specht and Ellie Perreault joining the players listed above in scoring goals.

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COUGARS // CENTENNIAL GYMNASTICS The Cougars have six starters back from a 6-3 team, led by freshman Michaela Osland, their top allarounder and a state qualifier on vault.

Other varsity regulars back are senior Ellarie Vo (all-around), senior Katie Ross (beam), senior Hailey Kissick (vault), junior Abby Hentges (floor), sophomore Grace Zimmerman (floor) and BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED sophomore Lily Michaela Osland Kissick (bars).

Vying for varsity time are sophomore Natalie Carlson and eighth-grader Alyssa Schneider, who competed on JV. Asked about goals this year, coach Karley Kissick said, “To get a few more girls twisting on the floor, add more skills into their bar routines, and, hopefully, finish in the top five of the (14team) conference.”

Among newcomers on the team, Kissick said seventh-grader Nola Wrobel is one to watch.

Their first two meets will be Dec. 4 at Champlin Park and Dec. 11 at Elk River.

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The Centennial/Spring Lake Park alpine boys’ and girls’ teams each placed second in the Northwest Suburban Conference (NWSC) last season and hope to build on that .

“The program’s collective goal is to continue giving the NWSC strong competition,” Coach Derrick Taylor said. “We have a lot of work ahead to maintain or improve that position this winter.”

“They will pursue goals by being intentional and focused and continuing to build a Fast is Fun culture around hard work, goal setting, and enjoying our progression – i.e. the journey," he added.

Caleb Nelson, junior captain, leads the boys list of returning starters. He was second in points on the team and cracked into the conference top ten at season’s end. The three-sport athlete “will be one to watch in the NWSC this season,” Taylor said.

Other returning starters are seniors Daniel Schooley and Devon Cunningham; juniors Luke Peterson and Logan Hazzard; sophomore Griffin Lofgren and eighth-grader Ryder Quinn. Looking to break into the line-up are seniors Aiden Waeghe and Eliot Lien; junior Nick Dubay; and sophomore Noah Morell.

Haley Peterson, a freshman, heads the girls list of returning starters. She qualified for the state meet as an eighth grader after sixth and fourth place finishes in the last two conference meets.

Also, a cross country runner, Peterson has stayed in top physical condition, Taylor explained, and will be a contender in the NWSC and beyond.

Other returning starters are seniors Emily Stokkeland, Sofia Anderson and Anna Crandall; junior Gwen Halverson and freshmen Eleanor Nelson and Hadley Goochey. Looking to break into the lineup are senior Morgan Tharp; sophomore Simaya Johnson and freshmen Vivian Struve and Hannah Lofgren.

“We prioritize the mental aspects of our sport.

Everything from positive mindset and thinking, to finding balance between excitement and focus,” Taylor said.

They will open Dec. 17 with a conference meet at Wild Mountain in Taylors Falls.

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Centennial has just three seniors on the roster this year but while it’s a young team it’s also extremely deep, Coach Ritch Menne said. The Cougars are coming off a 21-8-2 season in which they placed fifth in the state JON NAMYST | CONTRIBUTED tournament.

Easton Cody “There are so many young guys that will crack the lineup this season,” Menne assessed. “We are really excited to see what our very skilled juniors and sophomores do.”

The anchor is senior goalie Easton Cody, the lone returning all-Northwest Suburban Conference player with a .921 save percentage.

“Our strength will be our all-conference goaltender,” Menne said.

Other returning senior starters are defenseman Caleb Krinke and forward Joey Perzichilli.

Juniors who are starters are forward Gavin Cunningham, wing Joey Hemr, center Nick Carls and defensemen Cooper Hehir, Kellen Searles and Matthew Siegler. Cunningham had six goals and 18 assists, Hemr 10-9, Carls 10-5 and Hehir 2-13.

“As with any other year, we expect to contend for the section championship. I wouldn't want to play this team in February,” Menne said. The Cougars were 10-4-1 for third place in conference last year.

The Cougars open with home three games this week: Prior Lake on Tuesday, Nov. 26, Mahtomedi on Friday, Nov. 29 and Blaine on Saturday, Nov. 30.

The Cougars are building around Autumn McCall, a 6-foot-2 senior in her fourth varsity season, signed by a Division I team, St. Thomas.

McCall is an outstanding rebounder, fine ball handler and averaged 11.6 points last season.

From last year’s 17-7 team that placed third in the NWSC at 14-4, the BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED Cougars return just 22 Autumn McCall points per game combined from five returning letter winners. The others are junior forward Sydney Schmitz (4.5), junior guard Kate Lee (2.6), senior guard Clare Pullman (1.7) and senior center Katelyn Peterson (1.7).

Longtime star Marisa Frost (22 ppg) graduated and another good scorer, Molly Monson (9.6 ppg), elected not to play this year.

Looking to break into the lineup are senior guard Sydney Sears, junior guard Amelia Delmedico, junior center Abby Matthews and sophomore forward Ava Taylor.

“Our size and depth are going to be our greatest strengths,” Coach Jamie Sobolik said. “We have five girls who’ll get playing time 5-foot-11 or taller, with a few taller guards to mix in. We were hoping to go nine to 11 deep but have had injury issues that might not allow us to.”

Maple Grove is by far the top NWSC team and Anoka returns a strong core, Sobolik noted.

“After those two teams, we feel we are right in the mix," Sobolik said. "We need to figure out who is able to fill the scoring loss from last year’s players, but we have size and depth that may give other teams some struggles.”

A guard who transferred from Coon Rapids, Kaylin Green, could be a major difference maker if she is cleared by the Minnesota State High School League to be eligible, the coach said.

The Cougars will start Tuesday, Nov. 26 vs. Spring Lake Park and Nov. 29 vs. Chaska, both at home.

COUGARS // CENTENNIAL SWIMMING // BOYS The Centennial program has been building every year of his tenure, Coach Pete Crawford noted, and this season could be special with a veteran lineup led by two state qualifiers. The Cougars were 7-2 in duals last year.

“I’ve always been excited for the season to get started, for numerous reasons,” Crawford said. “I do believe it could become a historic team.”

The Cougars’ depth in all 11 events will be a challenge to their Northwest Suburban Conference and Section 7AA rivals. Crawford said: “I like our chances competing for that elusive first ever championship.”

Senior leaders are Joe Murray, who went to state in the 50 freestyle and holds the school record in the backstroke, and Caleb Cregan, who went to state in the individual medley and backstroke.

They also competed at state in the 200-medley relay with sophomore Benno Schuhbauer, who is also returning.

Other swimmers back from the section lineup are seniors Aidan Anderson, Jacob Digre, Matthew Kufner, and Jaden Manthey; juniors Garrett Clark,

Elliot Shepard and Isaac Nguyen and sophomores Sawyer Celotta, Brendan Chretien, Elijah Manthei, Grant Page and Alex Peacock.

Others who BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED could contribute Caleb Cregan significantly, the coach said, are sophomore Brennan Nielson and freshmen Harvey Czapko, Evan Lautenschlager, Ethan Stegora, Devin Swenson and Blake Thorson.

“I do think this team will be a fun one for the community to follow,” Crawford said.

Centennial will open at conference relays Dec. 14 at Spring Lake Park and will host Blaine in the conference opener Dec. 19.

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Cougar girls (4-0) beat No. 1 Minnetonka Centennial/Spring Lake Park handed No. 1 ranked Minnetonka a 3-2 loss in a duel of girls hockey on Tuesday evening in Minnetonka.

The No. 6 ranked Cougars (4-0) took a 3-0 lead in the first period on goals by Ayla Specht, Lillian Renslow (assisted by Teagan Kulenkamp) and Mia Sutch (short-handed, assisted by Katie Ball).

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second period, Minnetonka (3-1) closed the gap in the third with Ruby Rauk scoring at 4:23 and Ellie Zakrajsheck on a power play at 13:28.

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Marshawn Carlvin (3) and Ben Clauson (41) were two of the four all-district picks. Clauson led the team in tackles. Carlvin played in the state all-star game.

Cougar football honors, leaders listed Katie Ball, junior defenseman on the Centennial/Spring Lake Park hockey team, is one of the leaders in the Cougars’ 4-0 start. She’s part of a defensive corps that’s allowed just five goals in four games, while offensively providing a teamleading six assists. She assisted on a short-handed goal in their 3-2 win over top-ranked Minnetonka on Tuesday, Nov. 19. She had five goals and 18 assists on last year’s conference champion team.

The Centennial football team had four players named to the All-North District team after a 4-5 season, including Marshawn Carlvin, who was selected for the coaches’ state all-star game.

The all-district picks are seniors Carlvin (offensive/defensive back), Ben Clauson (linebacker) and Alex Johnson (offensive line) and junior Josh O’Shea (defensive line).

Getting honorable mentions were seniors Caden Coppersmith (linebacker) and Evan Just (linebacker) and juniors Caleb Melser (fullback) and Tyler Cook (offensive/defensive line).

Melser was the leading rusher with 173 carries for 646 yards and nine touchdowns. Junior quarterback Isaac Belinski-Strauss carried 102 times for 479 yards and four touchdowns, while

completing 28 of 68 passes for 488 yards with six touchdowns and four interceptions. Brady Haffeman had 59 carries for 344 yards and two touchdowns. Kellen Binder caught 14 passes for 152 yards and three touchdowns, and Max Johnson five for 156 yards and two touchdowns Justin Driver, junior placekicker, was 4-for-4 on field goals and 21-for-23 on extra points for 33 points.

Leading in tackles were Clauson with 83 (26 solo), Caden Coppersmith with 71 (18 solo), Just with 50 (22 solo), Calvin Coppersmith with 47 (23 solo) and Riley Johnson with 45 (18 solo). Carlvin had four of the team’s 10 interceptions and Johnson had two.

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BOYS HOCKEY

7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26—vs. Spring Lake Park 8:15 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29—vs. Chaska at Hamline University 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3—at Shakopee High School

7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26—vs. Prior Lake 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29—vs. Blaine 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30—vs. Eastview 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3—vs. New Prague

GIRLS HOCKEY 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3—vs. Rogers-MN

6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4—at Champlin Park

BOYS BASKETBALL

DANCE TEAM

9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30—vs. multiple schools at Forest Lake Area High School

GYMNASTICS

6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4—vs. multiple schools at Maple Grove High School

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• Centerville resident Blaine police respond to reports of shots fired owners with the costs • The city will assess Sophie Wynn, Centennial On Nov. 19 at approximately 12:15 p.m., Blaine police received multiple of inspecting lateral for delinquent municipal High School junior, will calls regarding gunshots fired near the intersection of 121st Avenue NE sewer lines and making utilities and garbage be the Junior Council and Davenport Street NE. services, or a combination necessary repairs to Member for the 2025 According to the criminal complaint, when officers arrived, witnesses AN ads toyear. run ONE TIME, the week beginning reduce inflow 11/24/2024 and of both, to be included calendar reported seeing several individuals running into a nearby home. A perimeter infiltration into the on property taxes after • Matthew McCabe was set up around the area and the individuals were called out of the house. sanitary sewer system. council approval. has resigned from his There were several shell casings found in the roadway. There were no reports of Residents could apply • The 2025 annual position as a member of injuries or property damage.

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