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Santa climbs aboard a fire engine to collect donations. The annual Centennial Fire District Santa Parade collected 5,354 pounds of food and $1,595 in cash donations from Circle Pines and Centerville residents for the Centennial Community Food Shelf and the Hugo Good Neighbors Food Shelf. The Lexington Fire Department will host its Santa parade beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18. See more pictures on page 9.

LEXINGTON — Two residents are wondering why their taxes are proposed to go up by more than 30% for 2022. Jackson Avenue resident Dan Dobsen said that just his city portion of his taxes is proposed to increase by more than 30%. “We are very concerned about a 35% increase on our property tax. What is the basis of this?” Dobsen asked at the city’s annual Truth in Taxation hearing. “Why is there this astronomical increase? All of the other increases on the bill are in the neighborhood of 2 to 10%.” Dobsen explained that on the proposed Anoka County property tax statement, the taxes he pays to the city of Lexington are proposed to go from $ 912 to $1,234, which represents an increase of $ 322, or 35%. Mayor Mike Murphy explained that the city is only proposing to increase its general levy by 5%, which is lower than the initial proposal of 7%. He mentioned that some of the increase may be due to an increase in property values. “Unfortunately, we have really low taxable market value,” explained City SEE CITY TAXES, PAGE 6

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LINO LAKES — A developer would like to build a car wash and oil change facility in the Market Place development, but the council says that’s not the right location for the business. Boing US Holdco, Inc. submitted a land use application for planned unit development (PUD) concept plan for a proposed car wash facility and separate oil change facility at 601 Apollo Drive. The 1.32-acre site is located within the Lino Lakes Market Place master planned shopping/retail center, which was approved in 2001. The development includes Target and Kohl’s, four retail buildings on Apollo Drive, and additional commercial buildings and lots along Lake Drive. Per the Market Place Planned Development Overlay (PDO) De-

sign Guidelines and site plan, the lot is to be developed as a bank. The applicant submitted the concept plan to seek input from the city’s advisory boards and City Council as to whether there would be interest to change the site use from a bank to a car wash and oil change facility. City Planner Katie Larsen explained that the zoning has flexibility, and the council could change the site plan use if desired at the Dec. 6 work session. If there was support for the project, the applicant would then need to move forward with a formal ordinance amendment and site plan review land use application. The site plan shows two separate buildings on the one lot. A 4,000-square-foot car wash is on the south side and a 1,400-squarefoot oil change building is on the north side. The car wash includes 15 vacuum cleaner bays and multi-

ple drive aisles. The oil change building includes three oil change bays and parking stalls. Larsen reminded the council that Muddy Cow, which is proposed to have a rooftop bar, is currently under construction and will be located immediately adjacent to the facility, which could generate noise concerns. Due to the high visibility of the commercial corner, the Economic Development Advisory Commission does not support changing the land use from a bank to a car wash and oil change, Larsen explained. The Planning and Zoning Board was a bit more divided (three in favor, two not in favor, and one abstention) of changing the use. “Overall, they were supportive of the use in the city, but they didn’t all agree on this being the best location,” she said. Mayor Rob Rafferty said, “I don’t mind the idea of the car

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wash and an oil change facility, but not at this location. There is one just up the block … I would not be in favor of changing anything related to this particular site at this time.” Council Member Michael Ruhland said he was concerned about the noise from vacuum cleaners disrupting the rooftop next door. “We have got that

rooftop, which is one of the most highly anticipated rooftops in the area,” he said. “I just feel like that is not a good corner spot for it.” Council Member Tony Cavegn said, “I really like the idea of the facility, but I’m not thrilled with the location. I have no problem SEE COMMERCIAL CORNER, PAGE 10

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CITY BRIEFS Circle Pines residents invited to take survey The city of Circe Pines annual survey is now available for residents. The survey of residents lets the city know how it is doing in terms of streets, parks and trails, police and fire and more. The survey only takes a couple of minutes to fill out, and will be open through Dec. 31. Contact City Hall for more information.

Organic waste collection coming to Circle Pines Beginning in January, Circle Pines residents will have the opportunity to dispose of their organic waste at the curb by subscribing to the organics program through Republic Services. Compostable items include: food scraps, pizza boxes, coffee grounds, paper towels, napkins, houseplant trimmings and certified

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and two seats on the Park Board are all up for appointment in January. Applications and information about each board or commission are available at City Hall or can be found on the city’s website. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11.

Lino Lakes testing site to close, Rookery to open The state COVID-19 testing facility at the former Y will close Dec. 30. The city plans to have the facility up and running for a target open date of April 1.

Student loan borrowers take note: A pause on federal student loan payments is set to end when February rolls around. The moratorium on payments, in place since March 2020, will be lifted Jan. 31. The student loan relief, which was a part of the Cares Act, has provided more than 40 million student loan borrowers with student loan forbearance during the COVID-19 pandemic. In total, student loan borrowers will have received more than $110 billion of student loan cancellation as a result of temporary student loan forbearance. The Biden administration has said it will not extend student loan relief beyond Jan. 31, which means borrowers should be prepared to restart federal student loan payments at regular interest beginning Feb. 1.

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL BOARD SNIPPETS • The district has made a donation of $250 to the 916 Education Foundation to maintain its membership in the organization. Membership runs from July 1 to June 30 each year. The foundation benefits students of member districts enrolled in the Northeast Metro 916 programs. • The district will continue to work on goals set forth for 2022 in its World’s Best Workforce plan. In accordance with Minnesota statute, the school board is required to publish an annual report on the previous year’s plan and hold a public meeting to review goals, outcomes and strategies. Mark Grossklaus, executive director of teaching and learning, explained that this year’s report is a bit different because 2019 was the last year that students took the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs). Students did not take MCAs in 2020; in 2021, many students also chose to not take the exams. Some of the district’s goals for 2022 include: continuing to hire diverse teachers; increase literacy skills by 3 or more points; increasing third grade proficiency levels for reading to 76.6%; increasing performance levels by 2% for each student subgroup in reading and math (based on 2019 results); reaching an average ACT composite score of

23.8; seeing 65% of students receive a score of 3 or higher on AP exams; and increasing the graduation rate to 95%. “We have great students, great staff (and) great parents, and we believe we will be able to get back to where Centennial is used to being as a destination,” Grossklaus said. For the full report, visit isd12.org. • A total of $25,970,712 will be certified to Anoka County for the fi nal property tax levy for 2021 taxes payable in 2022. This represents an increase of 0.54% from the last levy cycle. District taxpayers will likely see at least $2 million in savings, after the district refinanced three of its bonds. Executive Director of Business Services Patrick Chaffey and/or Superintendent Jeff Holmberg are now authorized to approve sale of the bonds, provided the aggregate principal does not exceed $59,845,000 and the savings meet the 3% saving test as set forth in Minnesota statute. Chaffey explained that the district constantly monitors the fi nancial markets for potential opportunities to refinance outstanding debt. Through the process, it was identified that the district can realize savings from the 2014B, 2015A and 2019A bonds. If and when the sale happens, the board will need to approve

resolutions at a future meeting. • The board has approved an individual one-year contract for Kathy Zwonitzer, director of student services. The agreement is consistent with other already approved contracts and includes a 2% salary increase and a 4% health insurance increase in year one. Human Services Director Dan Melde explained that the contract is only for one year instead of two because the teaching and learning department is currently going through a restructuring process. • Terry Allen will be the new accounting and finance manager effective Dec. 28. Allen has a bachelor’s degree in business, a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a master’s degree in leadership. • Parents are encouraged to weigh in on the proposed social studies standards, which are currently under review by the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE). In accordance with Minnesota statute, Minnesota’s academic standards are reviewed and revised on a 10-year cycle. Comments will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 14. For more information, visit https:// education.mn.gov. • The district has reached another milestone in its strategic planning process, Holmberg said. The focus group portion of the plan has

wrapped up, and a survey has now been sent out to families who have students enrolled in the district. • The Hall of Fame program will be back this spring, after a hiatus of several years amid the pandemic. The Hall of Fame induction is typically held in the fall in conjunction with the district’s homecoming festivities. Holmberg said the Hall of Fame Committee is considering inducting more individuals in this year’s presentation than it has in the past to make up for the pause on the program. “It is a great opportunity to celebrate and honor people with deep connections to Centennial and the community itself,” Holmberg said. “We look forward to bringing that back.” Nominations can be made at any time online. The nomination deadline is May 1, 2022, for consideration for the next school year. Info can be found at isd12.org/ alumni/centennial-hall-fame. The next school board meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 10, in the district office. There will also be a work study session immediately beforehand at 5:30 p.m. Shannon Granholm

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re you looking to expand your community while staying close to home? Consider joining a book club. People join book clubs for the chance get to know their neighbors, to meet new people, and expand their reading options. The Centennial Library book club meets at 6:45 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month. The club reads across a variety of topics including nonfiction, history, memoirs and novels in all genres. If you are looking for a group that meets at a different time, check out Movers & the Book Puzzler group the fi rst Shakers Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. Joan Van at the North Norman Central branch, the History Book Club at the Johnsville branch on the fi rst Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m., or the Any Book Book Club at the Rum River branch at 6 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. Many Anoka County Library branches have book clubs for kids, too. You can find all our events and programs on our event calendar at anokacounty.libcal.com. A virtual or online book club is another great way to broaden your reading while never

leaving home. The statewide One Book One Minnesota club invites Minnesotans of all ages to read a common title and come together virtually to enjoy, reﬂect and discuss. Titles are chosen three times a year and are available in eBook format with no wait for check out. Each “chapter” of the club culminates with a virtual author discussion. You can ﬁ nd information about One Book One Minnesota at thefriends. org/onebook. Other popular options for online book clubs are Oprah’s Book Club, Reese Witherspoon’s Book Club, Jenna’s Book Club (led by the Today Show’s Jenna Bush Hager), and Senior Planet Book Club sponsored by AARP. If you’d like to start your own book club or are already a member of one, the library has a wide variety of titles in our Book Club in a Bag collection. Each bag contains eight copies of the book and questions for discussion. The bags check out for six weeks. Place a hold on a bag at anokacountylibrary. org or submit a request through our Librarian Recommends service for a personalized list of recommendations. Get a head start on the books for the Centennial Book Club for the season and join us to share your thoughts. “Dark Matter” by Blake Crouch (Meeting: Jan. 24.) Jason Dressen lives in Chicago with his wife and son. After

being kidnapped and drugged he wakes up in another life with no family. Can he ﬁnd a way to return to the family he loves? Part mystery, part science ﬁction. “Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century” by Jessica Bruder (Meeting: Feb. 28.) The author relates the story of thousands of retirees who work to make ends meet while travelling around the country. Not your typical migrant workers but an expanding community of “Workampers.” “The Girl on the Train” by Paula Hawkins (Meeting: March 28.) Rachel takes the same commuter train every morning. Every day the train stops at the signal where she sees the same couple breakfasting on their deck. And then she sees something shocking. “Educated: a Memoir” by Tara Westover (Meeting: April 25.) Born into a survivalist family living in the mountains of Idaho, Tara Westover was seventeen before she set foot in a classroom. Self-educated, she was admitted to Brigham Young University and then went on to Harvard and Cambridge. A wonderous story of deprivation, learning and success. Joan Van Norman is a library associate at the Centennial branch.

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WEEKLY WAG a concerned member of our Environmental Development Advisory Board about the size of project, developer Bob Bader stated that, "Your city is going to want multifamily housing.” In my 50 years as a resident of Lino Lakes, I have never talked to anyone who wanted anything like such a high-density, out-of-scale development anywhere in our lovely city. I beg our mayor, City Council and zoning board members to deny this project as proposed. There is a huge new apartment complex at the intersection of Lexington Avenue and Ware Road that dwarfs the surrounding singleand two-story houses and small businesses. These folks do not see the sun until June! Please don't do this to my family and

Unwanted high-density housing I read with dismay the article about the proposed highdensity housing development for 10 acres of land north of The Tavern On Main in Lino Lakes. Some of the details of the proposal were very disturbing to me and other residents of the area. The developers said that in order to develop the property, they “need” • Three four-story buildings • A density of 350 housing units (on only 10 acres of land) • A variance that would allow a density of 35 housing units per acre (which is over twice the density of what is currently allowed in that zoning district). In response to a question by

friends who live in the area surrounding this proposed development. Too often, developers approach cities with plans for senior housing and/or marketrate housing complexes. After they are built, they somehow revert to low-income or Section 8 housing. We residents of Lino Lakes have a very special city. Yes, we pay high taxes; but we enjoy our open spaces, trails, wildlife, swamps and lakes. My hope is that we can resist this ever-increasing pressure by outsiders to bring unwanted high-density housing here and that my family can continue to enjoy the amenities that we have here in the city that I love. Bob Nelson Lino Lakes

LINO LAKES CITY COUNCIL SNIPPETS • Jay Squires will remain the city attorney for the next three years. The City Council was expected to approve a rate increase at the Dec. 13 meeting (after press deadline.) In November 2018, the city requested proposals for civil legal services and engaged Rupp, Anderson, Squires & Waldspurger P.A. as city attorney. Jay Squires has served as the lead attorney for the city since that time. Rupp, Anderson, Squires & Waldspurger agreed to hold rates ($160 per hour for general services; $200 per hour for litigation; and $225 per hour for third-party paid fees) for three years, with a mutual commitment to revisit the rates after that time. The rates will increase by $10 per hour in 2022, and by $5 per hour in both 2023 and 2024. • The City Council does not support a planned unit development concept plan for a car wash facility and oil change facility at 601 Apollo Drive. (See full story on pages 1 and 10.) • The Economic Development Advisory Council (EDAC) has updated its strategic plan, which was last updated in 2014. The plan includes six main priorities: develop Woods Edge

Zoe is a go-getter looking for her forever family and home. She is 2 years old, about 30 pounds, and is originally from Texas. Zoe is friendly around all people and is social with other dogs and animals. When her foster mom is working, Zoe likes to be in the same room with her, but just hangs out and watches the world go by through the window. When the work is done, however, Zoe is ready to go! She has a lot of energy and would be a great addition to an active family that likes daily walks. She’d even make a great running partner. A home with a fenced yard would also be preferred and maybe even a doggie playmate. At the end of the day, Zoe likes to snuggle on the couch and rest. Zoe is house-trained and crate-trained but some refresher basic command training would serve and her new family well. If you are interested in adopting Zoe and would like to learn more about her, please fill out an application at ruffstartrescue.org. Once your application is received, Ruff Start Rescue will contact you as soon as possible.

COUNTY BRIEF Property (site located at I-35W and Lake Drive); focus on business retention and expansion; develop a skilled workforce; identify potential redevelopment areas and strategic acquisitions; promote development of the I-35E and Main Street corridor; and update and expand the city’s marketing materials. • The city is considering an update to its dress code policy and allowing flexible work arrangements. (See full story on page 10.) • The city will conduct interviews for vacancies on its boards and commissions later this month. There are currently three terms expiring Dec. 31 on the Planning and Zoning Board, three on the Park Board and five seats on the EDAC. The City Council will reappoint incumbents and interview new candidates for the remaining seats. The Lino Lakes City Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 27, at City Hall. There will also be a work session immediately beforehand at 6 p.m. Shannon Granholm

B d approves flatt 2022 Board property tax levy The Anoka County Board of Commissioners has unanimously approved the 2022 final budget, which includes a flat property tax levy. The 2022 budget reflects the priorities of the county to provide safe roads and eliminate congestion; work with residents to improve their lives; protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves public trust; attract and retain an engaged, skilled county staff; and provide clear, accurate and effective information to residents and staff about county initiatives. Prioritizing investment in the county’s physical

i f t t iliti infrastructure — ffacilities and roads –– is a primary focus of next year’s budget. The 2022 capital budget is $123.3 million; of that, $71 million is allocated to transportation initiatives and $38 million will go toward public safety building initiatives. This is directly related to beginning the construction of a new Emergency Communications Center, and planning and design for the potential of a new parking ramp and jail. To explore the 2022 budget and capital improvement plan, visit anokacounty.us/ budget. Contributed by Anoka County

BUSINESS BRIEFS LLyngblomsten bl t launches l h Memory M Collective C ll ti

Moe’s American Grill, located in Mounds View since 2006, is expanding its food and beverage service to Fogerty Arena and the Four Seasons Curling Club with a new location, called Moe’s Ice House. Doors opened last week. Moe’s Ice House will introduce a new system to order and pay at the table, with a streamlined menu and full-service bar featuring 16 beers on tap. Moe’s Ice House information can be found at MoesAmericanGrill.com or by calling 763-233-0699. For information on event space rental and catering, contact Rachel Kuester at 763-780-3328 ext. 18. Moe’s Ice House is located at 9250 Lincoln St. NE, Blaine.

Lyngblomsten is launching a new educational enrichment class called the Memory Collective for adults who are living at home and experiencing memory loss. The online class, which will begin in February, offers participants a supportive community where they will discover ways to keep living their best life possible. There will be four Memory Collective classes in 2022, each one lasting eight weeks. For the first seven weeks, the participant and one optional guest (friend, family member, spouse) will gather virtually with others for a 90-minute online Zoom session facilitated by Lyngblomsten staff. Each session will feature a variety of educational topics and

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CITY TAXES: Lexington mayor says residents will eventually see ‘significant decrease’ FROM PAGE 1

Administrator Bill Petracek. “When you start looking at the school district, the county, they have a much more vast taxable value, so when they increase their levy you don’t see as much of an increase, but when you are a small community like this and we need to increase our operations budget for the police and fi re department, which is technically what is driving this increase, the local levy (increase) is going to be a lot higher than the school’s.” (The city of Lexington will be responsible for 28.89% of the Centennial Lakes Police Department budget of $2.99 million in 2022. Lexington’s portion of the budget will be $ 834,218, an increase of $ 87,960 from 2021.)

Dobsen speculated that because of the three major development projects (Landings of Lexington, Ephesians and Lexington Lofts), residents’ taxes should be going down. Murphy explained that only a portion of one of those projects (Ephesians Phase I) is currently on the tax rolls. The others are not complete, and thus are not yet on the tax rolls. In addition, Petracek added that Landings of Lexington is a part of a TIF district, meaning that the city will not see the full value of taxes from that property for another 12 years or so. Murphy said that once Ephesians Phase II and the Lexington Lofts projects hit the tax rolls, “we are all going to see a significant decrease in our taxes.” Dunlap Avenue resident John Engler shared the same concerns

CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY NOVEMBER 1, 2021 (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; November 1, 2021. 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Guthmueller called the Special 0HHWLQJ RI WKH 6FKRRO %RDUG WR RUGHU DW S P LQ WKH 'LVWULFW 2IÀFH %RDUG Room. 2. ROLL CALL Clerk Timm called the roll. The following members were SUHVHQW *XWKPXHOOHU H[ RIÀFLR +ROPEHUJ %HWWLQJHU /LQVHU .QLVHO\ 7LPP The following members were absent: None. $33529$/ 2) 7+( $*(1'$ 0RWLRQ WR DSSURYH WKH DJHQGD E\ .QLVHO\ VHFRQGHG E\ /LQVHU 9RWH motion carried unanimously. Chairperson Guthmueller acknowledged approval of the agenda. 4. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING RESIGNATION OF BOARD MEMBER Motion to adopt the Resolution Accepting Resignation by Timm, seconded by Bettinger. Roll Call Vote – Ayes: Guthmueller, Bettinger, LinsHU .QLVHO\ 7LPP 1D\V 1RQH 0RWLRQ FDUULHG XQDQLPRXVO\ $33529$/ 2) 7+( 352&(66 $1' 7,0(/,1( )25 $332,170(17 2) 1(: %2$5' MEMBER Motion to approve the process and timeline for appointment of new ERDUG PHPEHU E\ %HWWLQJHU VHFRQGHG E\ /LQVHU 9RWH PRWLRQ FDUULHG unanimously. 6. ADJOURN DW S P 0RWLRQ WR DGMRXUQ E\ .QLVHO\ VHFRQGHG E\ %HWWLQJHU 9RWH PRWLRQ FDUULHG XQDQLPRXVO\ .DWKU\Q 7LPP 6FKRRO %RDUG &OHUN Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on December 14, 2021.

CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 SCHOOL BOARD WORK STUDY SESSION SUMMARY NOVEMBER 1, 2021 (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; November 1, 2021. 1. CALL TO ORDER &KDLUSHUVRQ *XWKPXHOOHU FDOOHG WKH :RUN 6WXG\ 6HVVLRQ WR RUGHU DW S P LQ WKH 'LVWULFW 2IÀFH %RDUG 5RRP 7KH IROORZLQJ PHPEHUV ZHUH SUHVHQW *XWKPXHOOHU %HWWLQJHU /LQVHU .QLVHO\ 7LPP H[ RIÀFLR +ROPEHUJ 7KH IROORZLQJ PHPEHUV ZHUH DEVHQW 1RQH 2.PROCESS AND TIMELINE FOR FILLING OF BOARD VACANCY BY APPOINTMENT 7KH SURFHVV WR EH IROORZHG IRU WKH ÀOOLQJ RI WKH ERDUG YDFDQF\ ZDV UHYLHZHG DQG WKH WLPHOLQH ÀQDOL]HG 7KH SURFHVV DQG WLPHOLQH ZLOO EH DSSURYHG DW WKH Special Meeting this evening. 5(9,(: 38%/,& )2580 *8,'(/,1(6 The Guidelines for Public Forum were reviewed and revised. Individuals who interfere with or interrupt speakers, the school board, or the proceedings shall be directed to leave. Signs and banners will not be allowed in the board room. 4. LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM As in past years, we will be scheduling a Coffee with the Legislators Meeting. &216758&7,21 83'$7( Executive DirecWRU &KDIIH\ JDYH DQ XSGDWH RQ WKH &HQWHUYLOOH FRQVWUXFWLRQ SURMHFW 6. AUDIT/ YEAR END FINANCIAL UPDATE Executive Director Chaffey gave an update RQ WKH DXGLW ÀQGLQJV DQG D \HDU HQG ÀQDQFLDO XSGDWH 7. BOND REFUNDING The district is exploring potential bond refunding opportunities to reduce tax LPSDFWV :H DUH PHHWLQJ ZLWK SDUWQHUV WR GHWHUPLQH WKH SURFHVV DQG WLPHline for the potential refunding sale. The board will be presented at a future meeting the information to approve the process and parameters for the sale. 8. BUSINESS OFFICE RESTRUCTURING :LWK UHFHQW UHWLUHPHQWV WKLV LV WKH SHUIHFW WLPH WR ORRN DW UHVWUXFWXULQJ WKH %XVLQHVV 'HSDUWPHQW +XPDQ 5Hsources positions have been reviewed and changes have been implemented. In addition, with the retirement of the Finance Specialist, that position has been reviewed. Executive Director Grossklaus will be doing a similar review in the Teaching and Learning Department. Recommendations will be brought back to the board when the review has been completed. 1257+($67 METRO 916 UPDATE Information about an updated agreement with 916 has DOUHDG\ EHHQ VKDUHG ZLWK WKH %RDUG $W WKH 1RYHPEHU PHHWLQJ WKH ERDUG will be asked to adopt a resolution to approve the agreement. 10. SUPERINTENDENT MID-YEAR EVALUATION There will be a Special Closed Session Meeting on December 13 at 6:30 p.m. for a mid-year evaluation of SuperintenGHQW +ROPEHUJ·V SHUIRUPDQFH 11. ADJOURN DW S P 0RWLRQ WR DGMRXUQ E\ %HWWLQJHU VHFRQGHG E\ /LQVHU 9RWH PRWLRQ FDUULHG XQDQLPRXVO\ .DWKU\Q 7LPP 6FKRRO %RDUG &OHUN Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on December 14, 2021.

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as Dobsen, and said that the taxes he pays to the city of Lexington are also proposed to increase by about 30%. “I had the same thought … We have all of these new buildings going in, a big population increase, and yet our taxes are going up,” Engler said. “It make sense that it takes a while (for developments) to hit the tax market and actually see the benefit of that ... I don’t want to be here next year or in another two years with another increase, when you just said once it hits the tax market it will go down.” Petracek explained that even though the Landings of Lexington project may not officially be on the tax rolls for many years to come, residents are seeing other benefits from the development. These include the collection of

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more water and sewer revenues; therefore the city is able to invest more money into needed infrastructure improvements, he noted. Petracek also brought up the fact that some years, the city has been able to pull off a 0% increase in the levy, and he encouraged residents to look up their tax history on the Anoka County website. The City Council ultimately adopted the 2022 operating budget Dec. 2 and certified the 2021 tax levy of $1,251,069 to the county auditor for collection in 2022. Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs. com.

dates and events in the school district. 9.4 Review Applications for School Board Vacancy - The Board went into recess at 7:40 p.m. to review applications. The board meeting resumed at 8:17 p.m. for discussion and selection of applicants to interview. Nine applications were received, and four candidates were selected to interview on November 22. 13. ADJOURN at 8:40 p.m. 0RWLRQ WR DGMRXUQ E\ %HWWLQJHU VHFRQGHG E\ .QLVHO\ 9RWH PRWLRQ carried unanimously. .DWKU\Q 7LPP 6FKRRO %RDUG &OHUN Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on December 14, 2021.

CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 SCHOOL BOARD WORK STUDY SESSION SUMMARY NOVEMBER 22, 2021 (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; November 22, 2021. 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Guthmueller called the Special 0HHWLQJ RI WKH 6FKRRO %RDUG WR RUGHU DW S P LQ WKH 'LVWULFW 2IÀFH %RDUG Room. 2. ROLL CALL Clerk Timm called the roll. The following members were SUHVHQW /LQVHU .QLVHO\ *XWKPXHOOHU H[ RIÀFLR +ROPEHUJ 7LPP %HWWLQJHU The following members were absent: None. $33529$/ 2) 7+( $*(1'$ 0RWLRQ WR DSSURYH WKH DJHQGD E\ /LQVHU VHFRQGHG E\ %HWWLQJHU 9RWH 0, motion carried unanimously. Chairperson Guthmueller acknowledged approval of the agenda. &$1','$7( ,17(59,(:6 )25 9$&$17 %2$5' POSITION 6:10-6:40 John Burns, 6:40-7:00 Laura Gannon, 7:10-7:30 Cindy +DQVRQ 5REHUW 9ROOEUHFKW 6(/(&7,21 2) &$1','$7( 72 FILL BOARD VACANCY The board had discussion about the candidates interviewed. Chairperson Guthmueller then called for nominations. Board 0HPEHU 7LPP QRPLQDWHG &DQGLGDWH * %RDUG 0HPEHU .QLVHO\ QRPLQDWHG Candidate A. There were no further nominations. Chairperson Guthmueller called for the vote for the candidates nominated in the order the nominations ZHUH PDGH &DQGLGDWH * 9RWH $\HV 7LPP 1D\V /LQVHU .QLVHO\ *XWKPXHOOHU %HWWLQJHU %HLQJ DV WKH UHTXLUHG PDMRULW\ YRWH ZDV QRW UHDFKHG Chairperson Guthmueller called for the vote for the second candidate nomiQDWHG &DQGLGDWH $ 9RWH $\HV /LQVHU .QLVHO\ *XWKPXHOOHU %HWWLQJHU 1D\V 7LPP 0DMRULW\ YRWH ZDV UHDFKHG &KDLUSHUVRQ *XWKPXHOOHU GHFODUHG that Candidate A, Robert Vollbrecht, will be appointed to the vacant seat on the board. 6. $'237,21 2) 5(62/87,21 ),//,1* 6&+22/ %2$5' 9$CANCY BY APPOINTMENT 5(62/87,21 ),//,1* 6&+22/ %2$5' 9$&$1&< %< $332,170(17 0RWLRQ E\ *XWKPXHOOHU WR DSSRLQW 5REHUW 9ROOEUHFKW WR ÀOO WKH YDFDQF\ RQ the school board, seconded by Bettinger, and upon a roll call vote being taken, WKH IROORZLQJ YRWHG LQ IDYRU *XWKPXHOOHU .QLVHO\ /LQVHU %HWWLQJHU DQG WKH IROORZLQJ YRWHG DJDLQVW WKH VDPH 7LPP :KHUHXSRQ WKLV UHVROXWLRQ ZDV GHclared duly passed and adopted by order of the School Board. 7. ADJOURN DW S P 0RWLRQ WR DGMRXUQ E\ %HWWLQJHU VHFRQGHG E\ /LQVHU 9RWH motion carried unanimously. .DWKU\Q 7LPP 6FKRRO %RDUG &OHUN Minutes prepared by Jody Josephson Published one time in the Quad Community Press on December 14, 2021.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF ANOKA DISTRICT COURT, TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION COURT FILE NO.: 02-PR-21-652 NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In Re: Estate of '(1,6( -2<&( 6+(/'21 Decedent. It is Ordered and Notice is given that on January 4, 2022 at 9:00 am, a remote hearing will be held in this Court at 2100 3rd Avenue, Anoka, Minnesota, RQ D SHWLWLRQ IRU WKH DGMXGLFDWLRQ RI LQWHVWDF\ DQG GHWHUPLQDWLRQ RI GHFHGHQW·V heirs, and for the appointment of RENAE L. ERNSTER, whose address is )25(67 %/9' 67$&< 01 DV SHUVRQDO UHSUHVHQWDWLYH RI WKH GHFHGHQW·V HVWDWH LQ DQ XQVXSHUYLVHG DGPLQLVWUDWLRQ $Q\ REMHFWLRQV WR WKH SHWLWLRQ PXVW EH UDLVHG DW WKH KHDULQJ RU ÀOHG ZLWK WKH &RXUW SULRU WR WKH KHDULQJ ,I WKH SHWLWLRQ LV SURSHU DQG QR REMHFWLRQV DUH ÀOHG or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to DGPLQLVWHU WKH GHFHGHQW·V HVWDWH LQFOXGLQJ WKH SRZHU WR FROOHFW DOO DVVHWV to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; to sell real and personal SURSHUW\ DQG WR GR DOO QHFHVVDU\ DFWV IRU WKH GHFHGHQW·V HVWDWH 1RWLFH LV IXUWKHU JLYHQ WKDW VXEMHFW WR 0LQQ 6WDW DOO FUHGLWRUV KDYLQJ FODLPV DJDLQVW WKH GHFHGHQW·V HVWDWH DUH UHTXLUHG WR SUHVHQW WKH FODLPV to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. %< 7+( &2857 Dated: October 18, 2021 /RUL 2·%ULHQ &RXUW $GPLQLVWUDWRU Attorney for Petitioner: Michael J. Burke (Minn. Atty License #174816) 0LFKDHO - %XUNH /DZ 2IÀFH 842 Raymond Ave. Suite 200 6DLQW 3DXO 01 3KRQH Published two times in the Quad Community Press on December 7 and 14, 2021.

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The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Damage to property was reported in the 3800 block of Restwood Road in Lexington Dec. 1. • Officers observed a suspicious vehicle parked at a closed business in the 9000 block of North Highway Drive in Lexington. An adult male was subsequently arrested on his outstanding warrant. • Officers were dispatched to the area of Lake Drive and Lexington Avenue in Lexington on the report of a road rage incident that turned into a damage to property report Dec. 1. DNA results are pending. • Officers received information regarding a damage to property report in the 1800 block of Revoir Street in Centerville Dec. 1. • Officers were dispatched to a phone call in the 7200 block of Centerville Road regarding tampering with a motor vehicle Dec. 2. • A suspicious person was located in the 1 block of South Pine Drive in Circle Pines Dec. 2. The person was advised to move along. • Officers were dispatched to a call of cats in a storm sewer near Village Parkway and Central Street in Circle Pines Dec. 2. Officers advised the complainant. • Officers were dispatched on a phone call regarding a person who had given a car to someone in Centerville to work on Dec. 4. • On Dec. 4, officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Village Drive on the complaint of cats stuck in the storm drain near the roundabout. • Officers responded to the 1800 block of Main Street in Centerville concerning a civil dispute related to

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an issue at a business Dec. 5. Upon arrival, the caller advised that the male had not yet returned to pay for fuel. The case is pending. • Officers were dispatched to a civil dispute in the 9000 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington Dec. 5. • Officers conducted a warrant attempt in the 1700 block of Main Street in Centerville Dec. 7. An adult male was subsequently arrested on his outstanding warrants. • An officer stopped a vehicle near the intersection of Main Street and Lakeland Circle in Centerville Dec. 7. The vehicle’s license plate was later found to be stolen. Charges are pending. • Officers were dispatched to the 1880 block of Center Street in Centerville for a welfare check on a dog Dec. 7. There were no issues.

PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS Blaine K-9 passes away unexpectedly The Blaine Police Department (BPD) recently shared the sad news that its newest K-9 partner, Tyrone, passed away. Tyrone had been ill for a few days and developed sepsis and pneumonia. He was treated with aggressive lifesaving measures at an emergency vet, but sadly did not survive. Tyrone just completed his training in November. In a statement on social media, BPD wrote, “He was a joy to have around the department and even though we only had a short time with him, he will be greatly missed. Please keep Tyrone’s handler Officer Larson and his family in your thoughts and hearts during this difficult time.”

Icy roads lead to several crashes Around 9:26 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 7, the Lino Lakes Public Safety Department received a call regarding a four-vehicle crash on southbound I-35E, just south of Main Street. There were no injuries, and the Minnesota State Patrol handled the incident. About 20 minutes later, Lino Lakes police and fire were NOELLE OLSON | PRESS PUBLICATIONS dispatched to a rollover accident on southbound I-35E, just north of Main Street. The lone occupant of the vehicle, an adult female from Wisconsin, was not injured. Icy road conditions were the primary contributing factor in both crashes.

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had summoned a tow truck. • An officer stopped a vehicle on a driving violation and found the driver was impaired in the 2200 block of Main Street Dec. 3. The driver was arrested and booked into jail for DWI. • Officers responded to a two-vehicle property damage roll-over accident in the 7800 block of Lake Drive Dec. 4. All parties were uninjured and refused transport to the hospital. Both vehicles were towed from the scene. • Officers responded to a residence for suspicious activity in the 6200 block of Red Maple Lane Dec. 4. A neighbor was concerned about firewood that was burning in the neighbor’s garden. The officer checked and found that no crime had occurred. • Officers were dispatched to an individual requesting a DNR possession permit for a deer on the side of the road in the 1200 block of Main Street Dec. 4. The permit was issued. • Officers responded to a report of a suspicious male walking through a backyard in the 400 block of Coyote Trail Dec. 5. Officers checked the area and did not locate anyone or see any problems. • An officer responded to a traffic complaint on the roadway on Langer Lane and Stella Lane Dec. 5. The officer checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicles involved. There were no further problems. • While on patrol, an officer observed a male walking on the roadway in the 6400 block of 20th Avenue. The male was transported to his residence. There were no further problems. • Officers were dispatched to a tree down and partially blocking the roadway in the 900 block of Lilac Street Dec. 5. The tree was moved out of the roadway. • Officers were dispatched to a neighbor dispute in the 70 block of Town Center Parkway Dec. 5. Officers spoke with both parties, and they agreed to stay away from each other. • Officers responded to a theft report at a local business in the 7500 block of Lake Drive Dec. 6. The case is under investigation.

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The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • A community service officer responded to a report of someone blowing leaves onto public property in the 7000 block of Caribou Circle Nov. 30. They were advised of current city ordinances. • Officers were dispatched to a theft in progress at a local business in the 700 block of Apollo Drive Nov. 30. The suspects fled in a vehicle and were pursued by other agencies. The suspects were identified and charges will be pursued. The stolen property was recovered and returned to the business. • An officer responded to a property damage crash in the 6600 block of Centerville Road Nov. 30. No parties involved were injured. A crash report was completed. • Officers responded to the police station for a public assist in the 600 block of Town Center Parkway Nov. 30. The officers offered the male several different solutions to his problem, but the male walked away. • An officer responded to a report of a deceased deer in the road in the 6600 block of Hodson Road Nov. 30. A DNR possession tag was issued to a male and the deer was removed from the roadway. • An officer responded to a reported fraud in the 1 block of Robinson Drive Nov. 30. The officer documented the incident and investigated. No suspect information is available at this time. • Officers were dispatched to a phone call report of a motor vehicle tampering in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway Dec. 1. Officers documented the incident. There is no suspect information at this time. • Officers were dispatched to a delayed robbery report in the 7400 block of Village Drive Dec. 1. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer took an identity theft report in the 2200 block of Arthur Court Dec. 2. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer responded to a report of suspicious activity in the 6600 block of 21st Avenue South Dec. 2. The officer checked the area and nothing suspicious was found. • An officer observed a vehicle run a red light in the 2200 block of Main Street Dec. 2. The vehicle fled when a traffic stop was attempted. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer observed suspicious activity in a construction area in the 6000 block of Hodgson Road Dec. 2. The officer located an adult male and was unable to determine whether or not crime had occured. The investigation is ongoing. • Officers responded to a suspicious vehicle parked in a neighborhood in the 1 block of Century Trail Dec. 2. Officer arrived and made contact with the occupant of the vehicle, who said he had a ride coming and was out of gas. • A community service officer responded to a parking complaint on Elm Street and Whippoorwill Lane Dec. 2. Vehicles were observed leaving the area, and extra patrol will be provided. • An officer responded to a report of a telephone line down in the 7400 block of 24th Avenue Dec. 2. The officer made contact with the caller and informed them they needed to contact their telephone provider. • Officers were dispatched to a property damage accident involving two vehicles on Lake Drive and I-35W Dec. 2. Officer determined there were no injuries and documented the incident. The vehicles were driven from the location. • Officers responded to a two-vehicle crash in the 2300 block of Main Street Dec. 3. Information was collected from both drivers, and one vehicle was towed. • Officers were dispatched to a possible ordinance violation of hunting on private property in the 8300 block of Rondeau Lake Road West Dec. 3. Officers determined the individual had permission to hunt on the land. • Officers noticed a vehicle on the side of the road with hazard lights on in the 7500 block of Lake Drive Dec. 3. The owner of the vehicle had a mechanical malfunction and

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The Centennial Cougars beat Robbinsdale Armstrong, 69-51, at home Tuesday, Dec. 27, their lone game last week. Camille Cummings led the Cougars (2-2) with

26 points. The senior guard is averaging 19.8 per game. Macey Littlefield notched 10 points and Megan Stacy and Sydney Kubes eight each. Malayna Dille-Starks scored 21

for Armstrong (1-2). That was the Cougars’ conference opener. Their next two NWSC games are at Osseo on Tuesday and at Rogers on Thursday. Bruce Strand

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When it comes to chainsaw carving, wood matters World-class chainsaw artist Aya Blaine is turning an enormous cottonwood into a remarkable piece of art at Cabin 61. The top of the tree was removed by restaurant owners after a huge branch crashed onto the outdoor deck. Arborists were consulted to see if the decaying tree, appreciated for the shade it provided, could be saved. The answer was no. Still, owners of the Hoffman Road restaurant, formerly The Little Bar, felt the giant trunk could be turned into a sculpture for the enjoyment of backyard patrons. So the search was on for an accomplished carver. They found Blaine online. The fact she was female was a bonus, since the restaurant owners are women. A contract was struck and the Japanese-born artist threw her nine chainsaws and carving tools into her car and drove to White Bear Lake from upstate New York. Blaine originally thought the project would take about 10 days. Her stay was extended, however, after she discovered that cottonwood is a challenging tree to carve. The wood is fibrous and stringy and extremely hard on her chains. "It's very tricky and very tough," said the artist, who has competed in chainsaw carving contests around the world. Blaine grew up in Osaka, Japan, studying art and design in high school. She started carving 17 years ago in her native country but decided the United States had more demand for her art and moved to Pennsylvania in 2009 with her then-husband, an American, who was also a chainsaw artist. After a divorce, she relocated to New York. As people might imagine, the work is difficult. Blaine uses large saws while perched on scaffolding wrapped around the tree trunk. The Cabin 61 cottonwood is at least 20 feet high and one of the tallest projects she's ever tackled. Blaine has never been injured doing her craft, but she is sure to wear safety gear from head to toe. Her consigned sculpture includes an otter on water skis (the owners are members of the Midwest Ski Otters team), a Viking, and Minnesota animals like moose, bear, wolves, loon, bison and owl. She is laboriously carving 360 degrees around the tree to create the complex mixture of wildlife,

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while using animal pictures taped to the scaffolding to serve as models. Cabin 61 finance manager Tom Prentice said Blaine was hired after viewing her impressive portfolio online. "We wanted to cast a net outside Minnesota for someone who was winning competitions," he explained as to how they found her. Both Blaine and Prentice thought the work would be done before Thanksgiving. The tough wood and inclement weather stretched that timeline out a bit. The restaurant is paying her a $10,000 stipend. Prentice knew they were taking a chance with someone they didn't know, but he had a good feeling about Blaine. And pictures of her work spoke for themselves. He noted the bar and grill, purchased in 2017, is also exceeding expectations. "It's become successful now despite our best efforts," he quipped. "Sales are five times what they were four years ago when we bought it." Blaine has appeared in a Toyota commercial during the Super Bowl and commercials for Stihl chainsaws. She is also a member of The Chainsaw Chix, a traveling women's team that does carving demos at competitions. Blaine may be biased, but she thinks women use more feeling in their carving. "Lady carvers are more expressive," she maintained. "They add more character to their work." Anyone interested in seeing her exquisite art can find examples on her Facebook page, Aya Blaine the Chainsaw Carver. Check out her canines. The detail is incredible. Debra Neutkens

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Swimming: Cougars 3rd of 6 in relays The Centennial swimmers opened at the Northwest Suburban Conference relays Saturday at Elk River, placing third among six teams in their half of the conference, with Spring Lake Park in fi rst place. “Conference relays was a fun meet for the boys to begin the season. Working together in relays is what it's about, in getting better,” coach Pete Crawford said. Centennial’s top finish in nine relays was second in the 400 breaststroke relay with Max Scheurer, Benno Schuhbauer, Isaac Nguyen, and Evan Stokkeland. They placed third in five relays.

Jack Fuller, Centennial senior goalie, has posted shutout wins in two of his three starts, and made 37 saves in the other, a 3-2 loss to No. 8 ranked Mounds View. Fuller’s save percentage is 94.7. “Jack has been our rock this season,” coach Ritch Menne said. “It’s great to have Jack to bail us out if we make mistakes. With Jack in the net, the team feels we can beat any team in the state.” As backup goalie last year, Fuller had a .911 save percentage in ﬁve wins.

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Mounds View coasted to a 79-54 win over Centennial at home Tuesday, Dec. 7. The Mustangs (3-1) had Dylan Wheeler with 21 points, Kirby Kirk with 19 and Colby Deluce 12. For Centennial (0-2), Luke Clair and

Taiden Johnson notched 14 points each and Ty Burgoon 10. A game against Mahtomedi on Friday was postponed due to a winter storm.

Boys hockey: Cougars (3-1) top Champlin, lose to Maple Grove The Centennial Cougars won a duel of unbeatens, then lost a duel of Top Ten teams last week. The Cougars routed Champlin Park 7-0 at home Thursday evening, outshooting the Rebels (3-1) by 35-14. Goals were delivered by AJ Carls, Devin Schmeck, Brody Pass, Brendan Hemr, Drake Ramirez, Schmeck again, and Sam Menne. Peyton Blair and Harper Searles two assists each. That was Centennial’s third straight 7-0 win. The No. 9 ranked Cougars (31) lost to No. 8 Maple Grove 3-2 there Saturday, with the Crimson game-winner coming from Landen Gunderson with just 27 seconds left. Blair delivered both Centennial goals, both on power plays. His goal at 9:39 of the third period tied the score 2-2. Jack Fuller made 37 saves for the Cougars. Tony Hopp 25 for the Crimson. Bruce Strand

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7. 1. Santa climbs up a fire engine to spread joy on the streets of Centerville and Circle Pines. — Shannon Granholm, Press Publications 2. A crowd of Centerville residents on Brian Drive greets Centennial Fire District firefighters and Santa. — Shannon Granholm, Press Publications 3. Children continue to drop off letters for Santa in the red mailbox outside of the Press Publications office in White Bear Lake. Keep an eye on next week’s edition to read some of the letters. — Press publications, contributed

4. Managing Editor Shannon Granholm recently captured this photograph of a couple of deer resting while practicing their camouflage skills in the trees. — Shannon Granholm, Press Publications 5-7. Living Waters Lutheran Church in Lino Lakes hosts a Love Lights celebration. The event included live music by the band Joyful Hearts, a bonfire, photo opportunities and s’mores and hot chocolate. Pictured in photo 6 is Addi Weber and Drew Molitor enjoying one of the photo opportunities. — Contributed

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City of Lino Lakes will offer more ﬂexibility for employees BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

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The 1.32-acre site is located within the Lino Lakes Market Place master planned shopping/retail center, which was approved in 2001. The development includes Target and Kohl’s, four retail buildings on Apollo Drive, and additional commercial buildings and lots along Lake Drive.

with changing what that corner is slated for. I don’t care if it is a bank or not, I just don’t think this is the right business for that corner,” he said. “This is our main commercial center of the city, and I don’t know that that’s the first thing we want to see as we drive into our main commercial center.” Council Member Dale Stoesz echoed those thoughts. He also brought up the fact that if the project was built out the way it is proposed in the concept plan, the layout would only be conducive to that type of business and would not be able to be adapted for another type of business in the future. Rafferty encouraged the developer to consider another location in the city; Council Member Christopher Lyden suggested that a possible location could be near the Casey’s on Lake Drive. Jerod Hanaman, of Driven Brands Inc., said they were really only interested in the Market Place location. “For us, this is an intersection that we would probably need to make the concept work because of traffic counts and the way that we see that drop-off at Apollo Drive ...” he said. “We are looking for high-traffic, high-visibility areas to make the economics on the site work.” He added that being next to Target was a big draw for the location. Hanaman said they might be able to shrink down the site plan a bit and work on potentially getting a second user on the property if the council was interested in that. “We wish you the best on this, maybe in another location,” Rafferty said. Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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‘PETER PAN: UNDER CONSTRUCTION’ When: 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18; 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19 Where: Lakeshore Players Black Box Theatre, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Performance is a never-before seen take on a beloved classic through Tinkerbell’s eyes. Tickets $13/adults; $5/kids under 18. Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org

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HOLIDAY CONCERT WITH ENCORE WIND ENSEMBLE When: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 20 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Performance by some of the Twin Cities’ top instrumentalists featuring holiday music. Tickets $12 general admission. Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org

WINTER SOLSTICE & YOGADEVOTION When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21 Where: White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, 1851 Birch St. Details: Longest night indoor worship with YogaDevotion includes seated yoga practice incorporated into the service. Musical accompaniment. Contact: wblumc.org

MICHAEL DJUPSTROM’S LAKESHORE CHAMBER SERIES When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: White Bear Lake native, composer and pianist Michael Djupstrom, along with violinist Luosha Fang, perform a concert series with a special focus on exploring Romanian chamber music alongside other traditional and contemporary classical works. Tickets $12 general admission. Contact: lakeshoreplayers.org

MACPHAIL LA MÚSICA Y LA FAMILIA! When: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4 Where: Hugo City Hall, 14669 Fitzgerald Ave. Details: Explore the magic of music and play with educational materials in Spanish. For children ages 0-5 and caregivers. Registration required. Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org/events

FAMILY FRIENDLY DANCE PARTY When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 7 Where: St. Joseph of the Lakes Catholic Church, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: Dance party fundraiser to support Anoka County 4-H Camp Salie with DJ, face painting, drawings and kids games. All ages. $5/person; food sales additional. Contact: 612-750-0252

WHITE BEAR LAKE WINTER FARMERS MARKET When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township Details: Twenty farmers and vendors will be selling locally grown and raised items including meats, cheeses, vegetables, baked goods, preserves, fermented foods, microgreens and other healthy living and gift items. Free cider, fires and a food truck. Contact: forksinthedirt.com

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