Connecting with neighbors
Northeast Quadrant Plan enters new developmental stage
BY ERIK SUCHY STAFF WRITER
New plans for the Northeast Quadrant Small Area Plan are moving forward in Vadnais Heights. The plan concerns 44 acres of land within the northeast quadrant of the Interstate 35E and County Road E interchange, which includes five separate properties under four private ownerships. Most of the area has remained undeveloped, with the remains of the former Ancker Hospital buried on part of the site.
Between 1998 and 2006, multiple planning efforts aimed to deliver a high-quality, pedestrian-oriented mixed-use area with residential, hospitality, retail, employment and civic uses.
“It’s been something that’s been thought of and in the works for a long time,” said Rita Trapp, vice president of HKGi, which is leading the primary development efforts.
“The idea with this plan is to build off the past one from 2006, update it, see what the market was, make sure we have a concept plan based in reality, and identify an action plan
With Night to Unite in the rearview mirror, Vadnais Heights residents will have many more opportunities to connect with one another throughout the rest of the year. First up, is Vadnais Heights Days, which runs through Sunday, Aug. 17. For more information or a full schedule of events, visit https:// cityvadnaisheights. com.
BY TYLER QUATTRIN NEWS INTERN
Aiden Hamlin, a 15-yearold rising sophomore at White Bear Lake Area High School, has done acting and modeling jobs for most of his life. But he said nothing quite compared to starring in the Chicago Cubs “Take the Field” hype video this summer. It is shown on the Wrigley Field jumbotron before every Cubs home game. That role brought the opportunity to throw out a first pitch at Wrigley before the Cubs played the Boston
WHITE BEAR TEEN, PAGE 7
Aiden Hamlin throws the first pitch at Wrigley Field before the Cubs play the Boston Red Sox.
14TH ANNUAL
White Bear Lake
Thank you to our premier sponsor We appreciate your support SATURDAY SEPT. 6, 2-5 P.M.
Tickets starting at $45. Find ticket details at TasteOfWhiteBearLake.com. Sample food and drink from as many as 30 vendors. The event supports the good works, locally and internationally, of the Rotary Club of White Bear Lake.
SEPTEMBER 28th, 2024 - 11:00 am
Bald Eagle Ave - 3rd to 2nd St.
$35 (tax deductible) Gives you the privilege to impress your friends, to take it off your bucket list, and to aid a good cause.
Gloria’s 13th Annual Food Shelf Shortest Marathon One Block Run
T-shirts,
- 11:00 am Bald Eagle Ave - 3rd to 2nd St.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 11:00AM BALD EAGLE AVE - 3rd St to 2nd St.
$35 (tax deductible) Gives you the privilege to impress your friends, to take it off your bucket list, and to aid a good cause.
$40 (tax deductible) Gives you the privilege to impress your friends, to take it off your bucket list, and to aid a good cause.
White Bear Area Food Shelf
White Bear Area Food Shelf
the marathon. To register contact: www.whitebearfoodshelf.org
T-shirts, White Castles, water and other treats will be included for registered participants in the marathon.
Register by Sept 10th to guarantee a T-shirt T-shirt pickup Sept. 19 from 4:30-5:30 at White Bear Lake Food Shelf 1884 Whitaker St. or day of marathon
To register contact: www.whitebearfoodshelf.org
T-shirts, White Castles, water and other treats will be included for registered participants in the marathon. To
contact: www.whitebearfoodshelf.org
WHAT’S HAPPENING
VADNAIS HEIGHTS DAYS
When: Aug. 11-17
Where: Community Park and Vadnais Heights
Commons
Details: Community event featuring a medallion hunt, senior picnic, kids activities, inflatables, tournament competitions, live music, Lions Pig Roast, BINGO, car show, vendor market and more. Fireworks Saturday night and parade at noon Sunday. See website for schedule of events. Contact: cityvadnaisheights.com/460/Schedule-ofEvents
AUTHOR VISIT
When: 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15
Where: Lake Country Booksellers, 4766
Washington Square
Details: Linda Norlander signs her new Sheriff Red mystery “And the Lake Will Take Them”.
Contact: 651-426-0918
VADNAIS HEIGHTS FOOD SHELF
When: 9-10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16
Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Road F
Details: Distribution of food to any family in need and considered low income. May register day of event.
Contact: 651-246-3638 or cityvadnaisheights.com/ foodshelf
AMERICAN LEGION PATIO PARTY
When: 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16
Where: White Bear Lake American Legion, 2210 Third St.
Details: Support the local American Legion with live music, games, food, prizes.
ST. MARY OF THE LAKE PARISH FESTIVAL
When: Saturday, Aug. 16 and Sunday, Aug. 17
Where: St. Mary of the Lake, 4690 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake
New Eagle Scout Court of Honor members
Details: 5K Fun Run Saturday, Aug. 16 at 8 a.m., registration online; Fellowship Dinner 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16; Parish Festical 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17 includes games, contests, marketplace, food trucks and raffle. See full details online.
Contact: stmarys-wbl.org/event/parish-festival
BIRCHWOOD MUSIC IN THE PARK
When: 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17
Where: Tighe-Schmitz Park, 410 Lake Ave., Birchwood
Details: Concert by Irish music group Legacy is free and open to the public. Seating not provided; bring a folding chair or blanket. Beer and wine permitted. Contact: cityofbirchwood.com
ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19
Where: Wildwood Elementary School, 8698 Stillwater Rd., Grant
Details: Hike Gateways Trail around Sunnybrook Lake, approx. 3 miles. Contact: stpaulhike.com
The 13th annual Gloria’s Shortest Marathon is scheduled for 11 a.m. on the corner of Third Street and Bald Eagle Avenue Sept. 20. Arrive at 10:30 a.m. for a White Castle carb load, then get ready to walk/ run/wheel one block to the doughnut hole/coffee table, picking up needed hydration on the way. The event raises funds for the White Bear Area Food Shelf. Register by Sept. 10 to guarantee receipt of an event T-shirt. For more information, or to register, visit www. whitebearfoodshelf.org.
PHOTOS BY PAUL DOLS PRESS PUBLICATIONS
Troop 402 members Zach Carnes, Mitch Wentink, Luke Baker, Jackson Phipps and Luke Healy were recently recognized for earning the rank of Eagle Scout during The Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony at First Presbyterian Church in White Bear Lake.
Father/son fishing trip
WPublisher’s View Carter Johnson
e recently returned from our annual father/son weekend at Lake Kabetogama. For the past seven years my son and I, along with his friends George Norsman and Evan Heinsch and their dads, have spent a weekend boating, fishing, swimming, grilling and having fun at the Heinsch family cabin. As the boys have gotten older (two just graduated from high school and one just wrapped up his freshman year of college) it has become more and more challenging to find a few days of summer that work in everyone’s schedules. We wonder each year if they will continue to want to dedicate a precious summer weekend spending time with their dads, and are somewhat amazed that they still want to. This year, one dad had a trip planned for the weekend that worked for everyone else, so it was the three boys and two dads.
We have established a routine where we load a trailer and truck with our gear and head out Thursday morning, timing it for our stop at Gordy‘s High Hat in Cloquet for the famous burgers and berry shakes for lunch. In the first few years we were actually served by owner Gordon Lundquist, who died in 2001 at the age of 93. When we arrive at the cabin we all have a few duties to get unpacked, get food and bait properly stored, and the boat ready and put in the water. In the early years, we would set up the floating trampoline in the lake, but the boys have mostly outgrown it, along with going tubing. At 18 and 19 years old, they are more interested in driving the John Deere, fishing, and late night campfires.
CONTRIBUTED
her great grandson Carter Heinsch.
Dinner the first night has usually been pizza at Rocky Ledge, however this year, George had smoked a pork butt and brought it up for a dinner so we amended our usual plan. In fact, the thing that was noticeably different this year was how engaged the boys were in planning all meals and also preparing them. They still let their moms do the pre-trip grocery shopping. The lake was calm and we took in sites and sounds on the waters of Voygeurs National Park. At our first stop, the boys fished harder than we had in past years. The fish were biting soft and it felt like we were just feeding out our golden shiners. We were almost skunked. Its always fun to see the iconic Hamms Beer island. We explored Hoist Bay and popped in at the Kettle Falls Hotel. We met Great-grandma Janet Heinsch the first year at the cabin, and she was there with us again this year. A Mahtomedi resident, Janet is 104 years old and prefers to stay in her own little rustic cabin without all the modern amenities. After we left, we received a message that she had gone fishing, catching a walleye to big to keep, and had lunch at Kettle Falls. How wonderful that we have been included in the memories at the cabin. It’s a great way to end the summer with our boys before they head off to college.
Carter Johnson is publisher of Press Publications.
Talking mental health meds with University of Minnesota
The CDC estimates that each year, one in four adults in the United States will suffer from a mental health condition.
University of Minnesota
Mark Schneiderhan
Mark Schneiderhan, an associate professor in the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy on the Duluth campus and psychiatric pharmacist, shares information about what mental health medications are, busts common myths and discusses strategies to ensure that every patient is receiving optimized, individualized care for their prescriptions.
Q: What should people know about mental health medications?
A: There are many misconceptions about mental health medications. When taken as prescribed, most medications:
• Do not negatively change a person’s personality. Ideally, psychiatric medication should help the person feel more like themselves.
• Do not cause substance use disorders. Unless they have specifically labeled warnings, most do not cause dependency and are not habit-forming, such as drugs like nicotine or heroin, and do not get you “high.”
• Do not provide an immediate or magical cure for mental health conditions. Psychiatric medications are meant to treat symptoms of mental illnesses, which is highly beneficial for many patients, but are not the same thing as a cure.
• Limited to 350 words.
• Submissions must Include a full name, address and daytime phone number for verification.
• Letter writers must live, work or have another connection to Press Publications coverage area.
• Letter writers are limited to six letters per year and at least
People may also worry that they’ll need to take medication for the rest of their life. In general, it’s valuable to take a medication that improves your symptoms for at least a year before decreasing the dosage. Always talk to your pharmacist or physician when you are considering reducing or discontinuing a medication.
Most importantly, seeking treatment is not a sign of weakness. It takes courage to ask for help and accept treatment. Non-medication approaches to improve mental health and well-being — such as psychotherapy, exercise, healthy diet and sleep changes — should always be encouraged. However, medications can be life-saving and should be considered if other approaches are not working. A combination of medication and non-medication therapies may also be helpful.
Q: What are common medications used in mental health treatment?
A: Antidepressants are the most commonly prescribed medications for anxiety and depressive disorders, which are the most commonly diagnosed mental health conditions in the U.S. Stimulants, mood stabilizers and antipsychotics are also commonly used to treat mental health conditions. Sometimes people need combinations of medications to stabilize their symptoms. Doctors are also allowed to prescribe medications for “off-label” use — use that has not yet been FDAapproved — if they believe they will safely reduce symptoms, such as medications for seizure disorders prescribed for mental health purposes.
With research on longer
treatment durations and with larger sample sizes that demonstrate the safe and effective use of off-label products, I am optimistic we will see more FDA-approved medication therapies in the near future to help people still suffering with symptoms related to mental illness.
Q: What should patients know when starting or adjusting a mental health medication?
A: There may be a lag time between when you begin the medication and when you start to experience its full benefits — sometimes up to two months for antidepressants. It is critical to not stop taking your medications too soon after you begin feeling better, as treatment should continue for at least 12 months after you experience positive results. About half of people who quit taking their antidepressants too soon have a relapse of depression symptoms within the next six months. Suddenly stopping a psychiatric medication that has been taken consistently for 1-2 months can cause side effects like problems sleeping, restlessness, shaking or sweating. There are also many resources for patients and their loved ones. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a great resource with support groups. Psychiatric pharmacists also provide a wealth of information regarding medication and treatment through NAMI.
Mark Schneiderhan is a boardcertified psychiatric pharmacist and associate professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Minnesota.
WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS | LETTER GUIDELINES
four weeks must lapse between publication. Exceptions may be made for rebuttal letters.
• Due to space limitations, letters that don’t address local issues are not guaranteed publication.
• Repeat letters by the same writer about the same subject matter will not be published.
• Submissions containing libelous or derogatory statements will not be published.
• Submissions containing facts not previously published in the Press must be accompanied by factual verification.
• All letters are subject to editing.
• Deadline is 5 p. m., Thursday of the week prior to publication.
• To submit a letter, e-mail it to whitebearnews@presspubs.com, fax it to 651-429-1242 or mail or deliver it to Press Publications, 4779 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake, MN 55110.
Mahtomedi resident Janet Heinsch, 104, fishing with
Too much distracted driving
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, 305,003 moving citations were issued in 2022. Of those, roughly 80% came from speeding citations. Seat belt citations accounted for 7% and distracted driving accounted for 12%. In the same year of 2022, 22 people were reported to have died due to distracted drivers. This is in addition to the 145 people killed because of alcoholrelated crashes. That means that, of the total deaths combined (alcohol and distracted driving), distracted driving made up 7½% of fatalities on the road in 2022.
I'm writing this to bring to light the issue of distracted driving, which has accompanied the rise of technology. Every time I am driving down the road, without fail, I will see someone on their phone either next to me, passing me, or behind me. I see this happen around me, and it honestly baffles me, trying to figure out if people understand what they are doing and what they are in control of. It makes me feel unsafe going down the road, knowing that anyone around me could be paying attention to their phone instead of the road, potentially causing an accident.
I think that there needs to be something in place for people to understand the consequences of distracted driving. I think that if people truly understood the consequences and what could happen while driving distracted, far fewer people would take that risk. I hope that this piece sparks a change in many communities to promote safer driving habits.
Erik Kalthoff Mahtomedi
Federal investigation needed
Gov. Walz, Sen. Gustafson and Rep. Curran should support a Minnesota congressional delegation effort to turn state funding fraud investigations over to the federal government. With some estimates that $1 billion has been stolen from Minnesota, it is abundantly clear Walz and company have completely failed to properly guard taxpayer money. Just think of what Minnesota could have done with that money in terms of solving current problems (or
give it back to overtaxed taxpayers to solve their own household problems). I hope White Bear Lake voters remember this absurd and grotesque failure by those in power during coming elections, how local electeds come down on the federal investigation request, and vote accordingly.
Mark Herwig White Bear Lake
Letter hit nerve
Evidently my July 30 letter hit a rather raw nerve amongst the liberal element and those suffering Trump derangement syndrome. I suggest to them that waging law-fare and manufacturing scandal is just another political gimmick of a lost Democratic Party in the digital AI age.
They have proven my point about how dull-witted their letters are here in the pages of the White Bear Press week after week. One can only imagine how tedious it must be for them, constantly losing elections, while consistently being on the wrong side of every major issue. No, the polarization directed toward Trump and in turn Republicans is most certainly partisan and political as is every aspect of life in modern America. It’s laughable to watch Minnesota Democrats demanding President Trump be brought to justice while simultaneously calling for defunding the police, as crime waves engulf their power bases from Los Angeles to Washington DC, and even next door in Minneapolis. Take note that power is the real goal of the Democrat’s confiscatory economic policies and efforts to demonize every opponent in any dialogue.
Spreading Marxism evidently required morally turning a blind eye to even Creepy Joe Biden’s dementia and penchant for sexual assaults on subordinates and touching young girls until he was no longer useful. That was a detail left out of my first letter. Honest dialogue requires fair, and even-handed assessments, which some writers to these pages seem to be incapable of making, gauging by their vitriolic responses. Ad hominem attacks for most of us went out of fashion in roughly sixth grade with the exception of the Democratic Party strategists
White Bear Lake Area Church Directory
these days. When all you have to use is a hammer everything looks like a nail as we’ve seen from the DFLers.
David Knight White Bear Lake
Invisible stop sign
I read with interest in last week’s “Cops & Courts” of a motorist cited by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office “for not stopping at the clearly invisible stop sign posted there” (in Willernie). Which, of course, begs some interesting questions. Might the court be inclined toward mercy, should the offending motorist submit clearly invisible evidence to the contrary? And more broadly, might there be other clearly invisible signs posted elsewhere, to which we all could be accountable?
I hate to think that artificial intelligence hallucinations could extend this far, or that clearly invisible extraterrestrials might be among us. But if we’re beholden to clearly invisible stop signs, what’s next? Where indeed are the boundaries that separate reality from fiction?
Perhaps the Press would like to assign an investigative journalist to the matter. It would be comforting to know that what I think I know is indeed knowledge.
James Nash White Bear Lake
Numbers not accurate
This letter is a response to Florence Lorinser. She starts out by questioning Mahtomedi School District and Minnesota State High School League issues. She then goes on to blame political goals to not allow trans women in female sports and claims that it is cruel. She went on to contest the phrase biological male when referring to trans women, which she agrees is scientifically accurate. She then goes on to say that these children have had to take hormones for years to become a woman. What disturbs me is the fact that she is talking about children who should never have the option to take these seriously dangerous drugs. But then again, she said that 3% of Minnesota’s population is trans and that is about 1,600 people. Minnesota has approximately 6 million people, and I’m
Livestreaming on YouTube: FPCWBL
pretty sure 1,600 people is not accurate — do the math.
CITY BRIEF
Parking lot projects to begin
Work begins this week on the public parking lots in the downtown area east of Highway 61 and will be substantially complete by mid-October. The construction work is limited to the four public parking lots in the area and does not impact diagonal on-street parking along Washington Square and Clark Avenue or any other on-street parking.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Paul Kauppi said pavement removal for all lots will happen this week, followed by curb and sidewalk removals and then reinstallation. As of press deadline, Kauppi said the contractor believes that Lot 2 (Fifth and Banning) will be the first focus. During the project Lot 1 and Lot 2 will not be closed at the same time. Businesses will remain open and accessible throughout this project, but customers should allow extra time when visiting downtown to walk to your destination. The reconstruction process will require lot closures while work is being done. The public is asked to adhere to posted notices regarding access or parking. Anyone parking in areas posted “No Parking” will be towed at the owner’s expense.
John Cundy White Bear Lake
CARTER JOHNSON | PRESS PUBLICATIONS
Four parking lots will be reconstructed this summer/fall. Pictured above is Lot 2, located at Fifth and Banning.
COPS&COURTS
WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS
The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following selected incidents:
• Officers responded to a report of juveniles trying to get onto the roof of a school near Bellaire Avenue and Spruce Place July 30. They were not located.
• Officers responded to a three-vehicle accident with injuries at the intersection of Highway 61 and Cedar Avenue July 30.
• An ongoing investigation was reported in the 2400 block of Ronald Avenue July 30. Officers assisted the state patrol with a gun-pointing road rage incident on Highway 61 July 30. The suspect was arrested for second degree assault with a firearm.
• A White Bear Lake man was arrested for misdemeanor domestic assault and violation of a domestic assault no contact order in the 3900 block of Hoffman Road July 31.
• An electric bike was stolen in the 4700 block of Centerville Road July 31. Officers assisted a resident in the 2500 block of Oak Drive who had questions about a scam July 31.
• A person was reported missing in the 2400 block of Elm Drive July 31.
• A Stillwater man was arrested for multiple felony drug warrants following a traffic stop at Highway 61 and Fourth Street July 31. He
was also found to be in possession of suspected narcotics and suspected to be under the influence of a controlled substance. A search warrant for blood was executed.
• Fraud was reported in the 3500 block of Willow Avenue Aug. 1.
• Officers mediated a property dispute in the 4500 block of Highway 61 Aug. 1.
• A disorderly conduct incident was reported in the 3400 block of Emerald Drive Aug. 1.
• Officers responded to a dispute in the 1800 block of Orchard Court Aug. 1.
• Graffiti was found Aug. 1 in the bathroom at Lakewood Hills Park.
• Officers responded to a juvenile incident in the 1800 block of Cedar Avenue Aug. 1.
• Harassment was reported Aug. 3 in the 3600 block of Hoffman Road.
• A White Bear Lake man was arrested for a felony warrant in the 4700 block of Sandra Lane Aug. 3.
• Officers responded to a juvenile incident in the 2400 block of Floral Drive Aug. 4.
• Officers followed up on reports from Child Protective Services in the 4000 block of Bellaire Avenue and the 3600 block of Hazel Street Aug. 4.
• Officers responded to a civil problem in the 3800 block of Hoffman Road Aug. 5.
• Officers responded to a fight reported in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue Aug. 6.
WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORTS
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported the following selected calls for service in Birchwood Village, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:
Birchwood Village
• Deputies on directed patrol June 20 for stop sign violations on Jay Street at Hall Avenue observed two vehicles within 30 minutes that failed to stop at the sign. The drivers were pulled over and received citations.
Dellwood
• Deputies conducting a welfare check June 15 on a Many Levels Road residence with a garage door open and unmown grass talked with the residents and learned that everything was OK. The sheriff’s office later received a call from the neighbor who phoned in the original concern and wanted to know why deputies didn’t report back to the caller. Grant
• Deputies investigated a reported violation of a domestic abuse no contact order June 17 in the 10000 block of 83rd Street N. The suspect had “liked” an Instagram picture the victim posted of herself.
• In the Case of the Roaming Raccoon, residents in the 9000 block of 60th Street N. on June 19 reported a small raccoon in a ditch. The creature had wandered away before deputies got there. Later that day, residents in the 6000 block of Inwood Court N. reported the raccoon in their yard.
• In the Case of the Deceased Deer, a road hazard report came in June 20 from the 11000 block of Manning Trail N. When deputies arrived, someone had already cleared the road of vehicle debris
Near fatal assault ends in guilty plea
BY TYLER QUATTRIN NEWS INTERN
Jeffrey Thomas Rice, 19, of White Bear Lake, pleaded guilty to first-degree assault causing great bodily harm in the near-fatal stabbing of Mason Fike last summer.
Rice entered the plea agreement Aug. 7 in Ramsey County District Court, resolving the case without a jury trial, according to court records.
In exchange, prosecutors dropped a separate charge of attempted second-degree murder as well as a terrorist threats charge from an unrelated case.
RAMSEY COUNTY BRIEF
County remodels
Maplewood Service Center
Ramsey County recently opened the newly remodeled Maplewood Service Center in Maplewood Mall. The center is located close to Entrance 4, between Kohl’s and Macy’s on the northwest side of the building, across from the Ramsey County Library.
Ramsey County now has three service centers. According to the county, key features of the Maplewood center include:
• A location near transit, retail and other community resources
• Language access services to ensure equitable service delivery
• Integrated technology, including public computers and scanning stations
• A family-friendly experience, allowing household members to shop or relax in the mall while others receive services
The center is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. It offers access to
Rice’s attorney, Stephen Jankowski, said the plea agreement outlines a prison sentence of 90 months (7.5 years). With good-time credit, Jankowski said Rice can serve about two-thirds of that, or roughly five years.
Rice will be held without bail at the Ramsey County Jail until his sentencing, scheduled for Oct. 31, according to court records.
Case details were previously reported by Press Publications (see “Teen accused in stabbing of Mason Fike set for trial Aug. 7” White Bear Press, July 23, 2025.)
Key features of the service center include location near transit, retail, and other community resources, language access services to ensure equitable service delivery and integrated technology including public computers and scanning stations. The location also provides a family-friendly experience, allowing household members to shop or relax in the mall while others receive services.
services on issues including financial assistance, child support, housing stability and employment. For more
and moved the ex-deer to the side of the road. Meanwhile, on the other end of nature’s cycle of life, two baby deer were reported trapped inside a garden in the 7000 block of Keats Avenue N. The fawns had the wherewithal to remove themselves from their predicament.
• A license plate was reported stolen June 20 from the 10000 block of 119th Street N.
Mahtomedi
• Deputies conducting a traffic stop on a vehicle failing to maintain a single lane arrested the driver for DWI at 8:56 p.m. June 19 on Wildwood Road and Birchwood Road.
• Deputies on patrol at 1:03 a.m. June 20 in the 1000 block of Echo Lake Court encountered someone occupying a running car inside an open garage. They learned the vehicle had been running for several hours. After ruling out any emergency or need for assistance, deputies advised the person about the safety concerns of running a vehicle inside a garage for an extended period.
• When deputies on patrol at 1:32 a.m. June 20 in the 3000 block of Century Avenue observed two juvenile males manipulating a cigarette ash bin in front of a closed business, they stopped to speak with the youths. The 17-year-olds said they were planning to go to Speedway to buy energy drinks. Deputies advised the youths it was time to go home and gave them a courtesy lift to their residences.
• In the Case of the Suspicious Snake, deputies on June 20 received a report from an unknown location of a person seen carrying a snake. The complainant wondered if taking a snake for a walk was legal in Mahtomedi. Deputies said it was legal to possess a snake, provided that the specific species didn’t require a permit to own. As with all
information, visit www. ramseycounty.us/content/ service-center-maplewood.
animals, the owner would have to keep the snake under control while in public.
• Deputies on patrol on Fernwood Place and Warner Avenue S. June 21 found unopened mail from a single address. When they couldn’t reach the residents, they put the mail into the mailbox, then drove around the neighborhood looking for more open mailboxes or loose mail.
• A motor vehicle was reported stolen from an undisclosed address in town at 10:59 a.m. June 21, after the complainant realized her friend had taken it after becoming drunk, as has happened multiple times. The complainant later called back to state she was the one who was drunk when she reported the vehicle stolen, and she had forgotten that she’d given her friend permission to take it.
• Deputies discovered that the report of a large tree branch down June 21 and blocking the entire road on Hazel Avenue and Moccasin Street was “grossly exaggerated, as the branch didn’t even block half the roadway and was easily movable by a single person.” Deputies flipped the branch to the side of the road and continued their patrol.
Pine Springs
• In the Case of the Dispatched Deer, an injured deer was reported June 16 in the 3000 block of Viking Drive. As deputies were getting ready to dispatch the deer, it took one look and scrambled away to safety.
• Deputies cited two motorists for speeding on westbound Highway 36 at Interstate 694 during the evening of June 19.
Loretta Harding
Red Sox on Sunday, July 20.
Hamlin has been in the business since he was 6 months old, when he started modeling for Target ads. He’s the third of four siblings who have modeled since they were young.
Hamlin has done national commercials for SportsEngine and Sanford Health and print ads for companies including Lifetouch, MindWare, Fingerhut, Mall of America and Halo SleepSacks. Most of his work has been for print, especially with Target.
“It’s unreal sometimes to see them on TV,” said Jenifer Hamlin, Aiden’s mom. “Now we do it so often, but it’s still that same amount of excitement when you see them on TV or on a billboard.”
Aiden was cast in the Cubs video after submitting a taped audition from home. The second half of the video was filmed in Arizona at Sloan Park during Cubs spring training in February, and the beginning was shot at a Minneapolis record store later that month.
After the video came out, a Cubs media staffer offered the Hamlins free tickets to a home game. After finding a weekend for a family trip to Chicago, the Hamlins got a surprise call asking if Aiden would want to throw out one of the ceremonial first pitches.
“There’s no way this is real. I was just speechless,” he said, recalling
receiving the call. Aiden’s was one of five first pitches that night.
Weather
“I was a bit nervous at first. I was hoping to get a good throw; I was just taking in the moment because there were so many people around,” he said. “And then I got a good pitch, so I was pretty happy.”
Aiden’s sister’s boyfriend, a college baseball player, helped him practice his throw beforehand.
Though he doesn’t play baseball anymore, Aiden was a Little League pitcher in elementary school before switching to basketball and football. He said he didn’t watch much baseball before this experience but is a “huge Cubs fan now.”
Aiden added that he hopes to continue working in front of the camera — perhaps one day with his favorite sports team, the Green Bay Packers.
Publications.
This past week was relatively quiet unless you want to count the inch and a half of rain we totaled early Saturday morning. Yes, another 1” plus rain. Typically we experience seven 1” plus rains a year. So far I’ve totaled six. My greatest 1-day total was 3.03 inches, dating back to June 25 when I totaled 3.03 inches. My greatest 2-day total was 3.69 inches on
August weather this forecast period with temperatures running warmer than normal, especially early next week. Garden note: garden tomatoes are ripening. Friend Rick Swanson is handing them out.
around the area. Frank can be found on the internet at WeathermanWatson.com.
Tyler Quattrin is an intern with Press
Frank Watson is a local Meteorologist who operates a weather station in White Bear Lake. Weather data and observation are from his weather station and trips
Frank Watson
Aiden Hamlin didn’t watch much baseball before this experience but is a “huge Cubs fan” now.
BY TYLER QUATTRIN NEWS INTERN
Press Publications will host its annual senior health fair from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27, at the former White Bear Senior Center, 2484 E. County Road F.
The event will feature resources geared toward seniors and their caregivers, including free flu shots from Cub Pharmacy with no appointment necessary.
“This is a great opportunity to get all the resources you need under one roof,” said Patty Steele, general manager of Press Publications.
Participating vendors will include Twin Cities Pain Clinic, Caretta Senior Living, Advanced Dermatology, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cerenity Senior Care, Canvas Health, North Star Medical and Round Lake Senior Living. A full list of vendors
will be published the week of Aug. 20 in Press Publications newspapers.
Lunch will be provided by Donatelli’s, Jimmy John’s, Pizza Man and Pine Tree Apple Orchard.
Longtime emcee Gary LaRue will return to sing and announce vendors throughout the afternoon. “I know some people come just to hear him sing,” Steele said.
Dog lovers can look forward to meeting Twinkie, a Pembroke Welsh corgi owned by Press Publications Managing Editor Shannon Granholm.
“Twinkie regularly visits senior residences around the Twin Cities,” Granholm explained. “She soaks up all the attention, and it is so sweet to watch the smiles on everyone’s faces when they see her waddle into the room.”
A search is underway for a new venue for next year’s event.
TOWN
1. Molly Louismet and the Rev. T.J. McKenzie at a papal audience with Pope Leo the XIV in Rome. The two were part of the contingent of the Frassati Catholic Academy pilgrimage, who received special seating for the audience. — Contributed 2. These loons were spotted near Matoska Beach. — Diane Urbanski, contributed
3. Joy, Dagny , and Caroline hosted a lemonade stand on Bald Eagle Avenue. Nancy Oakes, contributed 4. Mahtomedi resident Dave Ettesvold puts on a motocross event in Willow River to honor his son, Michael Ettesvold, who passed away in August 2015. — Contributed
Send
Treasurer; Lion Carissa Vermeersch, Secretary; Lion John Tomlinson, 3rd Vice-President; Lion Ivy Hunt, President; Lion Jim Francis, Director; Lion Lela Petterson, Tail Twister; Lion Eric Helsted, Lion Tamer; Lion Lisa Rockwood, Tail Twister. Missing from photograph: Lion Ann Jacobson, 1st Vice-President; Lion Rheanna O’Brien, Past President; Lion Brock Tice, Sergeant-at-arms; Lion Pat Johnson, Tail Twister
10
VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS www.presspubs.com
CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Vadnais Heights Planning Commission will meet and conduct a public hearing on August 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM at Vadnais Heights City Hall, 800 County Road E East, to consider an application submitted by Paul Jacobsen for a Conditional Use Permit at 930 COUNTY ROAD F E (PIN 283022220011).
Anyone wishing to be heard in regard to this matter will be given an opportunity at this time. The application is available for public review at City Hall during normal business hours and will be posted on the City’s website in advance of the meeting. Questions or comments should be directed to Nolan Wall, Planning/Community Development Director, at 651-204-6027 or nolan. wall@cityvadnaisheights.com.
FOR THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS
Kevin P. Watson, City Administrator
Dated: August 13, 2025
Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on August 13, 2025.
CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Vadnais Heights Planning Commission will meet and conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 800 East County Road E, to consider zoning code amendments related to commercial recreation uses in the Industrial District. Anyone wishing to be heard regarding this matter will be given an opportunity at this time. The application is available for public review at City Hall during normal business hours and will be posted on the City’s website in advance of the meeting. Questions or comments should be directed to Nolan Wall, Planning/Community Development Director, at 651-204-6027 or nolan. wall@cityvadnaisheights.com.
Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on August 13, 2025.
NORTHEAST METRO 916
WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA
BOARD NOTES JUNE 4, 2025
The regular meeting of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Bellaire School and the following business was transacted.
Meeting Called to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chair Forsberg at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call of Attendance
Members present: Knisely-12, Palmer-13, Jones-14, Forsberg-16, Bock621, Clark-623, Daniels-624, Rebelein-831, Stout-832, Dols- 833, and Thelander-834. Members Absent: Oksnevad-282 and Nitardy-622. Also present: Dr. Val Rae Boe, superintendent.
Approval of Agenda
Adopted the agenda as presented, limited discussion to the approved agenda, and accepted the list of items proposed for consent adoption.
Board Calendar Dates
Monday, June 9, 2025 - 916 Foundation Golf Tournament at Oak Marsh Golf Course, Oakdale
• Wednesday, August 6, 2025- School Board Meeting at 6:00 p.m. Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Non-Agenda Items None.
Presentation: Literacy and Math Update:
The School Board was presented with a literacy and math update for the 2024/25 School Year. An overview of FastBridge was given. This marks the first year of district-wide implementation of a Universal Screener for both reading and math across K-12. Overall, 71% of students demonstrated growth from Fall to Spring which will serve as a baseline moving forward. Updates from both the Literacy and Math Committees were presented, as well as looking at next steps. Lastly, District-Wide Professional Development updates were given, highlighting a 100% passing rate for 154 staff who completed OL&LA Literacy Training and the completion of the Paraprofessional Literacy Training Pilot for 18 EAS’s across the district.
Presentation: Recognition of Retirement
Dan Naidicz, assistant superintendent, is retiring on June 13 after 15 years of service to Northeast Metro 916. Dan was celebrated for his steady presence, collaborative leadership, and his lasting impact on the district.
Superintendent’s Report
Superintendent Boe commented on the following items that were included in her written report: (a) Member District Highlights; (b) Graduation Highlights; and (c) Celebrating Megan McAllister; (d) Celebrating Dan Naidicz; (e) 24/25 Strategic Actions Update: and (f) Creating Conditions for Student Success.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
Approved the consent items, accepted as part of the approval of the agenda, consistent with the recommended actions presented by the administration.
Approval of Minutes
Payment of Bills and ACH Payments Personnel Retirements (10+ Years)
Accepted the resignation of Dan Naidicz, Assistant Superintendent, who provided the school district with 15 years of service. His retirement date is June 13, 2025.
Accepted the resignation of Chris Summerfield, Education Assistant Specialist, who provided the district with 10 years of service. His retirement date is June 6, 2025.
Adopt Proposed Policy Modifications
Adopted Policies 304, 408, and 531 as revised.
Approval of School Board Policy
Adopted Policy 721 as presented.
FY25 Budget Revision
Northeast Metro 916 has been awarded grants throughout FY25. The budget revision includes the additional revenues and expenditures reflected in the FY25 budget. Approved the revised 2024-25 budget.
FY26 Budget Approval
A first reading of the FY25 budget was held at the May 7 Board Meeting. Approved the 2025-26 budget for Northeast Metro 916.
FY26 Tuition, Membership, and Access Fees
Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District annually sets rates for tuition, membership and access fees. Approved the tuition, membership and access fees for 2025-26.
Approval of Food Service Agreements
Northeast Metro 916 contracts with member districts to provide food services for the students in our programs located across multiple member districts. Approved the food service agreements with Centennial, Columbia Heights, Roseville, Stillwater, and White Bear Lake for 2025-26 school year.
Approval of Math Curriculum Math Learning Center is currently used as the foundational and supplemental math curriculum at Karner Blue, Pankalo, Bellaire, and South Campus. This purchase replaces curriculum purchased in 2015 and aligns to MN Math Standards. Approved the purchase for all sites at $52,750.60.
Approval of Avanti Center Agreement to Provide Educational Services
Approved the agreement between the Avanti Center and Northeast Metro 916 to provide educational services for children and adolescent residents who are admitted to the Avanti Center for the period August 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025.
Approval of Contract between Northeast Metro 916 and Independent School District 14
Approved the agreement between Independent school District 14 and Northeast Metro 916 to serve as the Alternative Learning Center and provide credit recovery for the period of August 1, 2025 through June 30, 2035.
Approval of Canvas Health Contract
Approved the agreement between Canvas Health and Northeast Metro 916 for the period of September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026 in the amount of $154,227.90.
Approval of Bamboo Professionals Contract
Approved the contract between Northeast Metro 916 and Bamboo
Professionals in the amount of $59,978.00 between 7/1/25 and 6/30/26.
Approval of CDW Quotes
Approved the quote submitted by CDWG in the amount of $233,726.54.
Approval of Apple Contract
Approved the quote submitted by Apple Inc in the amount of $115,008.
Approval of Tenant Improvement Cost Agreement for Metro Heights
Academy ALC
Approved the Tenant Improvement Cost Confirmation Agreement with Arrow Contracting, Inc. for $277,844.21.
Board Forum
Member Knisely conveyed the thanks of the Centennial School Board to the 916 Foundation who awarded three of their students with scholarships.
Member Rebelein shared that several Forest Lake students received scholarships from 916 and they were grateful as well.
Chair Forsberg shared the legislature has a bill but it has yet to be finalized so it could be subject to change. She also shared that AMSD would be joining with MSBA, Brightworks, and MDE to present a session recap on June 23rd. Lastly, Chair Forsberg shared that the Superintendent’s evaluation would be sent out over the summer and encouraged all members to fill it out in a timely manner. The Executive Committee will meet over the summer and an overview will be shared at a future meeting.
Meeting Adjourned
Adjourned the meeting at 7:22 p.m.
Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on August 13, 2025.
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
OFFICE OF THE COUNTY MANAGER
ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES
JULY 22, 2025
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:02 a.m. with the following members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Commissioner Xiong was absent during Roll Call and the approval of the Agenda. She arrived at 9:04 a.m. Commissioner Miller was absent. Also present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County Attorney’s Office.
AGENDA of July 22, 2025 was presented for approval. Motion by Moran, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved.
MINUTES of July 8, 2025 were presented for approval. Motion by Moran, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Read by Commissioner Jebens-Singh.
PRESENTATION OF AWARD
Human Resources – Presentation: Ramsey County Employee Achievement Award: Amy Stieve, Probation Officer. Presented by Commissioner Moran. Discussion can be found on archived video.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
Workforce Solutions – Appointments to the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County. Motion by Jebens-Singh, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. (B2025-143)
Public Works – Set Public Hearing Date for Jurisdictional Transfer of County Road 94/South Shore Boulevard – White Bear Township. Motion by Jebens-Singh, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. (B2025-144)
Community & Economic Development – Obligation of Local Affordable Housing Aid for 2025 Housing Development Projects. Motion by Xiong, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved. (B2025-145)
PRESENTATION
Sheriff’s Office – Presentation: Flock Safety Cameras. For information and discussion only. Discussion can be found on archived video.
COUNTY CONNECTIONS
Presented by County Manager, Ling Becker. Discussion can be found on archived video.
OUTSIDE BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Moran was excused at approximately 10:45 a.m. Discussion can be found on archived video.
BOARD CHAIR UPDATE
No updates.
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Ortega declared the meeting adjourned at 10:45 a.m.
CLOSED MEETING
Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 13D.05, subdivision 3(b) in order to discuss litigation strategies around federal actions. The Ramsey County Board met in a closed meeting, which was not open to the public.
In Re: Daeshon Tucker v. Smith et al. matter
The Closed Meeting was called to order at 11:00 a.m.
Present: Commissioners Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Commissioner Miller was absent. Also Present: Ling Becker, County Manager; Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County Attorney’s Office; Brett Bacon, Assistant County Attorney; Alex Kotze, Chief Financial Officer, Finance, Nadir Abdi, Deputy County Manager, Health and Wellness Service Team; Monica Long, Director, Community Corrections, Liz Reetz, Deputy Director, Community Corrections; Deanna Pesik, Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer, Compliance and Ethics Office; Jason Patten, Claims Administrator, Compliance and Ethics Office; Jason Yang, Chief Clerk, County Manager’s Office.
Motioned by Xiong, seconded by McGuire. Unanimously approved.
The Board of Ramsey County Commissioners authorized the Ramsey County staff to proceed as discussed in this closed meeting (B2025-146).
The closed meeting was adjourned at 11:25 a.m.
Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on August 13, 2025.
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PUBLIC NOTICE
SOLICITATION OPPORTUNITIES
Ramsey County releases solicitation opportunities on DemandStar as an alternative method of public notice pursuant to Section 331A.03 of the Minnesota Statutes. Individuals may go to the “How to Contract with Ramsey County” section of the “Doing Business with Ramsey County” webpage at ramseycounty.us/ContractWithRamsey to access registration information. If you are new to DemandStar, please follow the DemandStar registration instructions on the “How to Contract with Ramsey County” webpage. Access to all Ramsey County documents is free if the instructions that are posted are followed. You may call 651-266-8072 or email ProcurementTeam@ ramseycounty.us if you need assistance.
Ramsey County is accepting only electronic Request for Bids (RFBs) responses submitted through DemandStar. Public openings are conducted digitally, as a video conference. See the link above for details.
To view current solicitations, please go to: https://bit.ly/3W8XWan
SOLICITATION: RFB-PRMG34903-KB
OPENING DATE: 8/28/25
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY THROUGH THE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, SEEKS A PRIME CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE ALL SUPPLIES, MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, LABOR AND INCIDENTALS FOR THE RAMSEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE/ CITY OF SAINT PAUL CITY HALL 2ND JUDICIAL DISTRICT CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER CONSTRUCTION PROJECT. PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: 15 WEST KELLOGG BLVD, LOBBY, ST PAUL, MN 55102, AUG 14, 2025, 1:30 PM CST
Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on August 13, 2025. STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-25-647
NOTICE OF REMOTE HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Estate of:
William Thomas Wengler, a/k/a William T. Wengler, Decedent
NOTICE is given that on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 2:45 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. a hearing using remote technology will be held by this Court for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Decedent’s last will dated December 23, 2019 (“Will”), and for the appointment of Rita D. Wengler, whose address is 1303 Eleanor Ave., St. Paul, MN 55116, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration.
Information on how to participate in the remote hearing can be obtained by calling the Court at 651-266-8145.
Any objections to the Petition or Will must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with full power to administer the estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real estate and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the estate. If objections are filed, another hearing may be scheduled.
Any charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceeding be given to the attorney general pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 501B.41, Subdivision 5.
NOTICE SHALL BE GIVEN by publishing this Notice as provided by law and by mailing a copy of this Notice at least 14 days prior to the hearing date to all interested persons and persons who have filed a demand for notice.
Notice is also given that (subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.
BY THE COURT: Michael Upton, Court Administrator
BY: Elizabeth Girling, Deputy Court Administrator
Date: July 17, 2025
Attorney for Petitioner
Paul D. Funke
Funke Law
3820 Cleveland Ave. N., Suite 500
St. Paul, MN, 55112
Attorney License No: 0395366
Telephone: (651) 332-8700
Email: paul@funkelawoffice.com
Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on August 6 and 13, 2025.
STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: CONSUMER CREDIT CONTRACT COURT FILE NO.: 62-CV-25-6101 SUMMONS
Regions Bank as Successor by Merger to EnerBank USA, Plaintiff, v. Travis A Greene, Defendant.
This Summons is directed to Travis A Greene.
1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is on file in the office of the court administrator of the above-named court. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no court file number on this Summons.
2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 21 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this summons a written response called an Answer within 21 days after the first publication of this Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Summons located at: Halpern Cottrell Green PA 2287 Waters Dr Mendota Heights MN 55120-1363.
3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer.
4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 21 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint.
5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case.
6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute.
This communication is with a debt collector, attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Halpern Cottrell Green PA
Dated: July 28, 2025
By: /s/ Andrew A. Green
William G. Cottrell, 0146092
Andrew A. Green, 0394873
2287 Waters Dr, Mendota Heights MN 55120-1363 (651) 905-0496 / bill@halperncottrell.com / andrew@halperncottrell.com
Attorneys for Plaintiff Published three times in the Vadnais Heights Press on August 6, 13 and 20, 2025.
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: Swaying Moyashi
2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 120 HYACINTH AVE W, SAINT PAUL MN 55117
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.
Der Her 120 HYACINTH AVE W, SAINT PAUL MN 55117
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: August 3, 2025
Signed: Der Her Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on August 13 and 20, 2025.
Mary E. Petrick (Hoffman) of White Bear Lake, Minnesota passed away on Tuesday July 22, 2025 at the age of 79, the eldest daughter of 9 siblings.
She graduated from White Bear Senior High School in 1963.
Mary started her working career in the Restaurant business but found her true calling in Real Estate starting with Burnet Realty and ending with Centex Homes, she had a wonderful Realtor career working with many associates and clients that became great friends for the rest of her life.
She enjoyed gardening, spending winters in Florida, cruising with her friends, bingo, casinos and family poker games.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents Robert
and Ruth, brothers: Daniel & David Hoffman. She is survived by her daughter, Wendy McKay; grand-daughters, Candace (Mohamed) Hetchler and Corrin Hetchler; great-grandson Jordan Hetchler; siblings, Michael (Joan) Hoffman, Thomas Hoffman, Linda (Len) Notto, Steven (Olga) Hoffman, Robert (Patricia) Hoffman, and Dorothy “Dolly” Hoffman; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. She will be lovingly missed by everyone who knew her.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Resurrection at St Mary’s of the Lake Catholic Church, located at 4741 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake, MN. 55110 on Wednesday August 20, 2025 at 11am, visitation one hour prior.
Burial to follow at Saint Mary’s of the Lake Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her honor to the Local Food Shelf, the Alzheimer’s Association, St. Jude’s and the MN. Fire Fighters.
Arrangements: Neptune Society
Food shelf volunteers provided support at the concert.
Heartbeat for Hunger raises more than $55K
The first Heartbeat for Hunger event, held Aug. 2 to benefit the White Bear Area Food Shelf, raised over $55,000 for the organization. Approximately 400 people attended the event at White Bear Lake County Park, which featured Yam Haus, Nunnabove and Call Me Fritz. The winner of the two-year lease on a new car has not been announced yet.
SPOTLIGHT
Paragon Pools is owned and operated by Mike Henry and has been operating for 34 years building quality swimming pools in the Twin Cities Metro area.
We are based in Mahtomedi & Stillwater
Paragon Pools handles projects of any size.
The owner is on-site for every job to help supervise and make sure everything is going according to plan. When you're thinking of installing a pool on your property, contact us, and we'll meet for a home consultation to discuss your needs and ideas.
Cleaning & Maintenance
We also provide weekly cleaning and maintenance including testing the water, balancing the chemicals and adjusting the salt count. Paragon Pools will also install spas inside or outside so you can stay warm throughout the year. We install new pool replacement liners & replacement auto covers.
David C. Runing
Age 85 of White Bear Lake passed away July 25, 2025 surrounded by his family. Veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Preceded in death by his wife Sandra Jean; father Clarence O.; mother and step-father Cecelia and Harold Berkner; stepsiblings Dick Berkner, Mike Berkner, Randy Berkner, Romona Rickie, and Barb Grathwohl. Survived by children Kelly (Marcia) and Kim (Rich) Boyd; grandchildren Garrett, Sophie (Jordan Wiggins), Paige (Parker) Caskey; brother Curt (Ann Hutton). Mass of Christian Burial Monday, August 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3878 Highland Avenue, White Bear Lake. Visitation 1 hour before Mass. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Tuesday, August 26, at 1 p.m. Please arrive at the cemetery in Assembly Area #4 by 12:45 p.m. Arrangements, Honsa Family Funeral Home, 651-429-6172.
Lowell Glen Lindquist
73, of Nevis, MN died on July 21, 2025 at his home in Phoenix, AZ of complications from Parkinson’s disease. He is survived by his wife Lois of 38 years, their two children Nathan Lindquist (and wife Silvia) of Phoenix, AZ and Lacey Kambeitz (and husband Daniel) of Scottsdale, AZ, his children from his first marriage, Jessica Rohloff of Belgrade, MN and Andrew Lindquist (and wife Jennifer) of Willmar, MN, grandchildren Drew, Julia and Elizabeth Lindquist and Caden Kambeitz, his great niece Brianna Treml, who was like a daughter to him, his great nephew (and best fishing buddy) Mitchell Treml, his siblings Nancy Lindquist, William Lindquist (and wife Mary), Diana Murphy (and husband Dennis) and many other relatives
and friends. Lowell was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law James Treml.
A Celebration of Life in Lowell’s honor will be held Thursday August 28th, 2025, at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard, Stillwater, MN at 3pm with visitation from 1-3pm. Stories and Tommy Bahama fashion encouraged.
Memorial contributions in Lowell’s honor will be gifted to organizations reflecting his passions and interests (Parkinsons Rock Steady boxing, Fishing for Life).
BRADSHAW, www.bradshawfuneral.com (651) 439-5511
Richard J. Boden
Age 94. Visitation took place Monday August 11, from 4-7 PM at Honsa Family Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial took place August 12 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery. Arrangements by Honsa Family Funeral Home.
vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Herita ge for the Blin d Today at 844/220-9501 today!
GET BOOST IN FINITE! Unlimited talk text and data for just $25/mo! The power of 3 5G networ ks, one low price! Call today and get the latest iPhone every year on us! 855/849-66 21
GET DISH SATELLITE TV + INTERN ET! Free in stall, free HDDVR upgrade, 80,000 on-demand movies plus limited time up to $600 in gift cards. Call today! 855/562-4309
SAFE STEP NORTH Amer icas #1 Walk-In Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Topof-the-line installation and se rvice. Now featuring our FR EE shower pa ckage and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call to day! Financing available. Call Safe Step 833/96638 82
WANTED: ALL 1970S MOTORCYCLES Running or not Titled or not Will pick up. Cash in exchange. Sell now before prices fall. Call Dan at 612/720-2142 WE BUY HOUSES for cash AS IS! No repairs No fuss Any condition. Easy three step process: Call, get cash offer and get paid. Get your fair cash offer today by calling Liz Buys
Nola Annette Mellstrom
age 88, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, at her home in Sun City, Arizona. Nola (Hildahl) was born and raised in Roseau, Minnesota.
Nola graduated from the Minneapolis General Hospital School of Nursing in 1959. A dedicated nurse by profession, Nola spent her career caring for others with compassion and grace. Her commitment to healing and helping left a lasting impact on countless lives.
Nola and Erling started dating in the Twin Cities and were married in 1958. They lived in White Bear Lake, where they raised three boys. When the boys were small, they were able to purchase property in Wisconsin and build a cabin where they spent many joy-filled summers at “The Lake”.
Nola had a deep love for travel, finding joy and wonder in exploring
Mary Ellen (Meinert) Austin
new places and cultures. Her adventurous spirit and vivid storytelling inspired those around her to embrace life’s journey with curiosity and courage.
A devout Christian, her faith was a cornerstone of her life. Nola applied her passions for caring and the Holy Spirit as a director of Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center, a holy place where people experience hospitality and renew their calling in the world.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Erling Jonas Mellstrom, and is survived by her three sons: David Mellstrom, Jeffrey (Cecilia Guiar) Mellstrom and Steven (Susan) Mellstrom, and four grandchildren (Brian, Aaron, Emily, Ryan) who were the light of her life.
She will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family and community. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of all who knew her.
A memorial service to celebrate Nola’s life will be held on Saturday, August 16th at 11:00 a.m. at American Lutheran Church of Sun City, 17200 N Del Webb Blvd, Sun City AZ 85373. The service will also be live streamed and available for viewing online at https://alcsuncity.org/ memorial-services/
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Alzheimer’s Association or Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center.
beloved mother and grandmother “GrandMary”, age 95, of Mahtomedi, MN, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025. Preceded in death by her loving husband, St. Paul Oral Surgeon, Dr. L. Thomas Austin II; and brother, Dr. John K. Meinert. She is survived by her sister, Ruth Gilbert; and brother, Karl Meinert; her five loving children, Sally Ronat (Jon), Susan Austin DeGregorio (Robert), Louis Thomas Austin, Scott Austin (Tricia), Albert Austin (Tanya); twelve grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Mary was born on July 26, 1930 in Winona, MN to Dr. Albert E. Meinert and Helen Keith Meinert. Mary adored her parents and was very proud of them. She loved animals and cherished and cared for many pets over her lifetime. Music was also a passion and she became an accomplished pianist at a young age. After graduating from Winona Senior High School in 1948, where she was a member of the debate club, played saxophone in the school band, and competed in archery, she enrolled at Carleton College in Northfield, MN and joined the Delta Gamma
April Alfuth
passed away on July 3rd in Shoreview MN. She is survived by her husband, Kent Bergh, sons Aaron and Bjorn Bergh, daughter Angela
sorority. It was when she transferred to the University of MN her junior year that she met and married the love of her life, “Tommy” Austin, of Rochester, MN, and went on to raise five children in St. Paul, MN. Some of Mary’s fondest memories are of her time spent on Lac Court Oreilles near Hayward WI. Her parents had a cabin there and the family joke was that Tom married Mary for the lake. Together they built a lovely lake home just down the beach, and this is where Mary and the kids made friends, memories and spent long happy summers. Mary and Tom were known for owning the Old Chicago Club, a beautiful historic resort hotel on Lac Court Oreilles. They purchased it to preserve the lake from developers. For the 30 years they owned it, it was used for sailboat regattas, weddings, and multi-family reunions. Mary was one of the founding members of the Court Oreilles Lake Association, COLA, and had a lifelong passion for protecting the lake and its surrounding beauty. Mary touched the lives of so many, was loved and admired by her family and friends, and will be dearly missed. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Rd, Mahtomedi, MN 55115, with a visitation beginning at 10 AM. Private interment to take place at a later date. Donations in her honor can be made to the Court Oreilles Lake Association, or the Northwoods Animal Humane Society in Hayward, WI. Mueller Memorial- White Bear Lake, 651-429-4944, www.muellermemorial.com
and several Alfuth siblings. April was an active member of the community, volunteering with the Red Cross, DFL, and the White Bear Unitarian Church.
When not legislating, local lawmaker gets in some swings
BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
Elliott Engen is 2-for-3 so far in political elections. His winning percentage on baseball teams is not nearly as good, but nothing can dim the 26-year-old Lino Lakes resident’s enthusiasm for the sport he’s played since childhood.
“Baseball is my passion,” said the former White Bear Lake and Hamline catcher who’s played for White Bear Township four years while serving District 36A in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
“I’ve loved the competition and the camaraderie of baseball at every level,” said Engen. Duty, however, frequently intervenes. “We get called in for special sessions, and there’s town halls, marketfest, and hearing from constituents. And (the legislature) is my first priority.”
“Elliott misses the most games of anyone,” said White Bear Township manager Bill Capocasa. “He’s pretty busy. He’s older than the other guys, he’s got a young kid, and he’s got his legislature duty. But he’s a good guy to have on the team.”
In addition to baseball, Engen has passion for public service. It started at home with admiration for his father, a fire fighter at the time. The phone would ring in the middle of the night and Andrew Engen would rush to a fire. Elliott loved hearing his stories the next day.
While still in college, Engen wanted start making his own public service contribution. “I got into politics early,” he acknowledges. “Instead of hoping things would change for the better, I wanted to see if I could do something about it.”
Back to work: Bears, Zephyrs start practices
Preparations for the 2025 fall sports season began Monday at all schools in Minnesota. First into action locally was the White Bear Lake football team with its annual opening practice starting one minute past midnight. Bear girl tennis starts the season Wednesday, Aug. 20 at Totino-Grace. Girls and boys soccer will open Thursday, Aug. 21 at Centennial. That evening, the swimmers dive into action with conference relays at Mounds View and Park. Volleyball starts Tuesday, Aug. 26, at Hutchinson.
The Bear football opener against Park of Cottage Grove is set for Thursday, Aug. 28. The cross country teams will take off at Rosemount on
CORRECTION
Friday, Aug. 29. Openers for four Mahtomedi girls teams who placed first in the Metro East last year are as follows — tennis on Tuesday, Aug. 19 at Eden Prairie; volleyball on Thursday, Aug. 21 at Cretin-Derham Hall; girls soccer (reigning state champions) on Friday, Aug. 22 at Rochester Century; and the swimmers on Aug. 22 at Simley for conference relays. Boys soccer opens Aug. 22 at Duluth Denfeld. The football opener will be Friday, Aug. 29 at home against Mankato West. The boys and girls cross country teams open that morning at Rosemount. Bruce Strand
The July 30 edition of the Press incorrectly stated that the White Bear Lake American Legion baseball team’s last state tournament appearance — before this year — was in 1970. The Post 168 team went to state in 1975 and 1976, with each team placing second in the tournament. Thank you to a reader for pointing out the omission; we apologize for the error.
Engen lost by 100 votes in 2020 at age 21, but won in 2022 and won again in 2024. “People saw a need for a new generation,” surmised Engen, the youngest local elected official in decades. He graduated from Hamline during the fall of his first election cycle.
Hoping to follow his father, grandfather and uncle as a volunteer fireman, he is waiting to get into the firefighter academy.
As a ballplayer, Engen is a rare switch hitter. Naturally right-handed, he taught himself to bat lefty before age ten because he was enamored with the lefthanded swings of Joe Mauer (“that inside out swing to
slap the ball to left”), Barry Bonds (“all those homers into McCovey Cove”) and Ken Griffey Jr. (“an uppercut that was a work of art.”)
Engen got plenty of at-bats both ways growing up in West Park, near Memorial Beach. “There were about 35 boys within three blocks and we would play baseball sun up to sun down, every day — then go swimming.”
Engen was a four-year starter at catcher for the Bears on teams that went 17-59, earning academic all-conference honors. Victories have also been scarce with White Bear Township; currently they are 5-15. Engen hit close to .300 two years ago when he was able to play a lot of games. Last year he was campaigning and didn’t suit up at all, and this year he’s made just four games.
At Hamline, he got more a taste of winning. He was a two-year starting catcher, batting .205 and .225, on teams that went 17-20 and 17-22. They didn’t have much power but scrapped with singles, walks, bunts, hit-bypitches. He enjoyed their small-ball approach: “We called it ‘Hunting 90.’ We played 90 feet at a time.”
Engen had one particular moment of glory as a Piper. Pinch hitting with bases loaded in the last inning against St. John’s, one run down, and batting lefty against a left-hander, he executed a Joe Mauer insideout swing just right. “I hit one right on the screws, and smoked it off the wall in left field,” he said. “A walk off hit! Everyone mobbing me. We did the ‘dogpile’ and all that. I still have the video of it.”
Baseball is more than fun; it’s also a good teacher, he maintains. “The skills and life lessons you learn translate over to public service — to have fun, work hard, be honest.”
Stats listed, Bears hit .332 in state tourney year
The White Bear Lake Legion team that reached the state tournament posted a final 19-6 record (0-2 at state) along with a .332 team batting average, 7.6 runs per game, and a 2.29 team earned-run-average.
Top hitters were Tyler Allshouse, Isaiah Weber and Kevin Zollinger. Allshouse, leadoff man, led with a .411 batting average, .500 on-base-percentage, 25 runs, and 16 walks. He was second with 36 hits and 16 runs-batted-in (RBI’s). Weber hit .394 and led with 37 hits overall and 11 extra-base hits (two homers, eight doubles, triple) while notching 23 runs and 16 RBI’s. Zollinger hit .397 (29 hits, 18 runs, 15 RBI’s).
Matt Anderson hit .339 (20 hits, 20 runs, 13 RBI’s,
nine doubles, a homer), Evan Newlander .333 (19 hits, 14 runs, 14 RBI’s), Riley Helmberger .317 (12 runs, 10 RBI’s), Owen Farrington .282 (17 hits, 16 RBI’s, 15 runs) and Jace Lombardi .266 (17 hits, 14 runs, 14 RBI’s). Newlander led the pitching staff with a 5-0 record, one save, 53 strikeouts in 39 innings, and just five runs allowed (three earned). He had a 0.54 earned-runaverage (ERA) per seven innings.
Roman Lachenmeyer was 1-1 (1.00 ERA, 11 strikeouts, 14 innings), Farrington 2-1 (3.50, 31 strikeouts, 22 innings), Brady Williams 2-0 (1.67, 16 strikeouts, 21 innings), Lombardi 3-0 (2.44, 16 strikeouts, 14 innings), and Allshouse 3-0 (2.33, 20 strikeouts, 12 innings).
BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED
Elliott Engen limbered up for an at-bat in June for White Bear Township.
BRUCE STRAND CONTRIBUTED
The White Bear Lake football team charged unto the field at the start of their midnight opening practice.
THANK YOU
With your support, the White Bear Area Food Shelf continues to provide abundant food and essential services to the 300 individuals and families who visit us each day. Your generosity makes a lasting impact in our community.
PLATINUM
Frandsen Bank & Trust
Walser
OSilas Foundation
Nora McNeely Hurley & Michael
SPONSORS
SILVER
Dolan Priniting Nemer Fieger
Sue Ahlcrona & Denny Trooien
Blanche & Thane Hawkins
Moline Mercer Wealth Management Group of Raymond James
Gloria’s 12th Annual White Bear Lake Shortest Marathon One Block Run
Kevin & Denise Spreng
Jim & Julie Wohlford
SEPTEMBER 28th, 2024 - 11:00 am Bald Eagle Ave - 3rd to 2nd St.
$35 (tax
A very special thank you to Joel Moline and Jeff Morris for bringing Heartbeat for Hunger to White Bear Lake—and for their generous support of the White Bear Area Food Shelf. TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS AND COMMUNITY!
Jodi Kraemer
Dan & Erik Ordway
Thank you Bronze Sponsors and Vendors for your generous support
White Bear Body Shop owner remembered for decades of service
BY CJ WRZESIEN AND TYLER QUATTRIN NEWS INTERNS
Denny Graven, owner of White Bear Body Shop on Fourth Street, died unexpectedly Monday, July 28, at the age of 74 while on vacation in the Cayman Islands.
Graven got his start at the shop in 1967 through an on-the-job training program while attending White Bear
Everyone, including the Loons, has had it with the Canadian wildfire smoke! Loons are more susceptible to smoke inhalation than humans. Say a little Loon prayer for clear skies and calm waters
Lake High School. After completing the program, he was hired full time and worked in all aspects of the business.
He purchased the shop in 2005 from longtime owner Dick Hanson, whose father, Eric Hanson, opened it in 1938.
Graven’s family will retain ownership of the shop, and operations will continue as usual under manager Ed Peltier, Graven’s daughter, Kelly Mamer, said.
Peltier, who worked with Graven since 1983, remembers him fondly.
“He was a good guy to work with, a good guy to work for,” Peltier said. “If I had a problem, he always had an idea of what we should do and how to fix it.”
Kelly said her father seemed to know everyone, and many people would stop by the shop simply to talk with him and Peltier.
“He was a friendly face, and [the shop] was a familiar place for so many who grew up here,” she said.
Graven’s celebration of life will be from 2:30-6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16 at Kellerman’s Event Center.
ON A CLEAR DAY
July 21August 9, 2025 CONTRIBUTED
Loon Chronicles X: On a clear day
Finding and photographing the Loons, during the last few weeks, was not easy. The Canadian wildfire smoke and haze never really abated. We think the Loons hate the smoke as much as we do. According to Canadian Broadcasting Corporation news, Loons are more susceptible to smoke inhalation due to their highly efficient respiratory systems. Inhaled smoke particulate can irritate their airways and cause inflammation, making it harder for them to breathe and take in oxygen. Smoke also can coat Loons’ feathers, leaving deposits of particulate which can be harmful when Loons preen and, unwittingly, ingest the pollutants. The smoke also may affect their vision, making it harder to fly and land safely. This might explain why we did not see as many drop in Loons and water dances in the early morning haze. On several outings, we were lucky to spot one or two Loons. Last week, on one of the few clear and calm days, our luck changed. At 6:15am, we were greeted by an expanding water dance and nonstop wing flaps. What started out as a pair circling each other, quickly grew into a group of seven, as Loons from neighboring lakes started to drop in and join the group. A very large Loon, with iron ore stains on its chest, emerged as the leader and the rest quickly fell in line, bill dipping and bobbing their heads in the water. After checking each other out and showing off their synchronized swimming moves, the group drifted away, en masse, and eventually dispersed to focus on fishing for the rest of the morning. During the last week, we have spotted the same pair fishing not far from our dock. Crappie Bay remains a hit for the Loons in the know.
Ellen Maas
PHOTOS BY ELLEN MAAS | CONTRIBUTED
Denny Graven
CITY CENTER PLAN: Concept finalizes to add residences and businesses
to achieve that vision.”
The intersection at County Road E and Talmage Circle is expected to change from full access to limited access (right in/right out) because of increased traffic volumes. An additional access point is being considered on Labore Road, with future development expected to follow the county’s access spacing guidelines and align with existing access points across the road.
Site analysis has shown that the area sits at a lower elevation than the adjacent freeway and contains significant demolition fill, which the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has deemed contaminated. Groundwater contamination also has been identified on the agricultural
property in the northeast portion of the site, indicating that stormwater management will need to rely on filtration rather than infiltration.
Because of updated stormwater regulations, the site’s existing stormwater pond must be brought up to current standards. The city also will explore additional utility and off-street trail connections to support future development.
Trapp noted that engaging with surrounding property owners provided additional insight into the project. Owners said the west side of the site is more difficult to market than the east side because of the previously mentioned contamination. Despite this, they expressed interest in working with the city and county to secure funding for environmental testing, cleanup and stabilization.
They have also requested cityled guidance on development expectations.
Two concepts exist for redesigning the area. The first includes a mix of retail and residential uses on the site, along with a new public street extending from City Center Drive to Labore Road. The street would connect the developed area to the south with the new commercial and residential areas. Access would be provided through an extension of Talmage Circle and the new roadway.
A mix of residential uses, including townhouses and apartments, would be located along Labore Road on the east edge of the site. Various outdoor amenities, such as loop trails, pathways, an overlook and an outdoor plaza space, are also proposed.
The second concept would separate the west and east sides of the area with no through road connecting the two. A short road would extend from Talmage Circle to serve new light industry on the west side. A new access point off City Center Drive would be created for circulation and to provide access to County Road E.
The east side would feature a mix of single-user light industry, offices
and apartments, with fewer trails and pathways than the first option. Both concepts would incorporate the city’s 360-unit apartment project, which is planned for the southeast parcel. Preimplementation strategies would begin with HKGi and the city reaching a consensus on exploring the city’s level of involvement. Next, the company would discuss plan recommendations with landowners and determine pricing for potential city acquisitions. “Once you have that information, it’s easier to determine the actual level of city participation,” said Trapp.
The city would discuss using grants or other partnerships before talking about land ownership options. Following that, officials would evaluate resources to finance site cleanup before starting the redevelopment process. The plan is expected to take place over the next 10 to 20 years, with the area being designed parcel by parcel rather than as a single development.
Staff Writer Erik Suchy can be reached at 651-407-1229 or lowdownnews@ presspubs.com.
The Newspaper shall not be liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the value of the advertisement. The Newspaper shall not be liable or responsible for any error in any advertisement except to give the Advertiser credit for so much of the space occupied by the advertisement as is materially affected by the error; credit shall be by refund or republication of the advertisement at the election of the Newspaper. Such credit shall not be given for more than one incorrect insertion unless the Publisher is notified in writing of the error before the repetition of the insertion. When the Advertiser wishes to correct or change copy submitted as a "proof," the Newspaper shall not be liable for the changes or corrections unless they are received by the Newspaper within a reasonable length of time before the deadline for publication. If an advertisement is requested to run after copy deadline, the Newspaper will not honor an adjustment request if an error occurs. No specific page or position shall be guaranteed. The Advertiser or Agency shall indemnify the Newspaper for any attorney 's fees incurred in defending against claims, pay any judgments against the Newspaper, and pay associated expenses and losses that are caused by the publication of any advertisement submitted by or published at the direction of the Advertiser or Agency, including claims for libel, copyright infringement, and invasion of privacy.
“The Carlson Clinic is top notch, caring and considerate. The therapy plan treatments have reduced pain and increased my mobility considerably. Thanks to all of you, you really make a difference!”
sent to come and get me. I never heard of such service, most importantly, I could stand up straight after 4 visits!”
