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Below: Susan Rose Ward, Marla Ordway and Vicki Ford wear hats decorated with real, growing grass as they pose with “Lady Bear,” an animated polar bear puppet created by Kimberly Ford, during the Grassroots Celebration at the future site of the Lakeshore Players Theatre on Long Avenue in White Bear Lake Saturday, Sept. 17. At right: In recognition of the grassroots theme of the event, Marla Ordway mingles with visitors while wearing one of the three original hats created by Vicki and Kimberly Ford. It took 12 days to cultivate and grow the turf on the hats. The benefit event also featured guided tours, bluegrass music, games and treats.

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WHITE BEAR LAKE — Contrary to past years, the city is looking to raise the 2016 tax levy by 5 percent — the biggest increase in more than a decade. Blame it on the feds and poor interest earnings. As explained by Finance Director Don Rambow, the city's ability to generate interest earnings directly corresponds to the Federal Reserve's discount rate. Since the Reserve has maintained a low interest rate policy over the past 10 years, the city's interest earnings have dropped significantly. The city has three major revenue sources, according to Rambow: property taxes, local government aid and interest earnings. In 2007, interest earnings totaled $2.6 million. A decade later, that number is less than $190,000. It's how the city paid for capital improvements like streets and other infrastructure. "It will make street improvements and assessments very challenging," he pointed out. The preliminary tax levy proposed to City Council Sept. 13 is $5.2 million. Last year it was $4.9 million, the same amount levied in 2007. That 2016 levy figure sets the course for the 2017 city budget, as property taxes pay 20 percent of the budget and 50 percent of the general fund. To keep the levy flat in previous years, the city drew down certain fund balances that could

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Sub shop gets claim to fame after benefit sets record BY DEBRA NEUTKENS WHITE BEAR PRESS EDITOR

Knowing the sandwich makers would be swamped, the Jimmy John's in Vadnais Heights called in the cavalry Sept. 12 in anticipation of a benefit for one of its own. The extra staff was a good idea, as the franchise on County Road E ended up being the busiest Jimmy John's in the country that day. Employees from as far as St. Cloud clocked in for the "Great Cause, Great Food" fundraiser for Kayla Jones, the White Bear Lake teen who suffered a serious brain injury July 30. Jones, the daughter of Sallie and Dan Jones, is an employee at the restaurant. General Manager Mandy Edgeberg reported the store made a record 1,633 sandwiches. On a normal day, they would make less than a quarter of that number. The day started busy with a lot of people and big

orders, Edgeberg said. "It trickled down for about 45 minutes, which gave us a chance to regroup and then we got hit hard with orders all night. People even called from North Carolina to donate to the family. It was awesome. I feel blessed to be part of it." Proceeds from the highly profitable day are earmarked for Kayla's hospital bills. Edgeberg and store owner Bryan Skowronek teamed up to plan the event. Skowronek owns six Jimmy John's in Minnesota and 16 in Oregon and Washington. They added a raffle for gift cards, a flat-screen TV, beer pong table and other items. Dan Jones, a White Bear Lake city councilman, drew the winning tickets that night. On her KaylaStrong Caring Bridge site, dad Dan wrote that Kayla will wear the helmet another two weeks with surgery expected around Oct. 1 to replace the skull piece. He noted that Kayla is frustrated with short-term memory loss but there is progress. SEE KAYLA STRONG, PAGE 8A

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Sticker designates premium parking WHITE BEAR LAKE — Shoppers looking for that elusive parking spot downtown may have noticed the Customer Parking sticker added to Fourth Street signs. It means those spots are for paying customers, explained Jeff Meyer, owner of White Bear Glass and a member of the Economic Development Corporation committee trying to "quantify parking downtown." "Mike Brass and I have been trying to build some kind of plan that says these are existing parking spaces," Meyer said. "So we thought to use the signs on Fourth and Banning Avenue for the

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parking stickers." There is no enforcement of the sign. "It's on your honor; to let businesses and employees know these are prime spots," Meyer added. He described the sticker as a "gentle nudge" to shame employees into not parking in those spots. "Those are for paying customers. If they're not yours, they're your neighbors." Business owners and employees are encouraged to park a block east or north or south of Fifth to Second Street. The stickers are also being expanded to Banning DEBRA NEUTKENS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS Avenue. Customer Parking stickers are Debra Neutkens being expanded to more downtown signs.

White Bear Lake Area Schools superintendent Michael Lovett announced his June 2017 retirement at a Sept. 12 School Board meeting. It will be the end of his third threeyear contract with the district. “I will continue to be fully committed to our work through that date, and thereafter help with the transitions to new leadership in any ways I can,” Lovett said in a statement. “For now, I promise to do all I can to help every student and staff member experience our ‘best year ever!’” Lovett noted he had promised to serve with the district for at least six years when he accepted the position in 2008. This will be his ninth year with the district. Lovett says he plans to “take at least a brief break from full-time work” after his retirement “and then decide on next steps in my professional career.”

Disco night announced The Mahtomedi Area Educational Foundation (MAEF) will hold a disco night, “Friday Night Fever,” 7 p.m. to

midnight Friday, Sept. 23 at the JX Event Venue, 123 Second Street N., Stillwater. Cost is $50 and benefits the foundation. For more information, call 651-407-2006.

School fest coming up Mastoska International School will hold MatoskaFest 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 1. The family fun event will include food, pumpkin bowling, face painting, bounce houses, threelegged races, games, a pie smash, and a silent auction and raffle. A 3K color run will also be held at 10 a.m. For more information, contact Cami Raeburn at 651-653-2852.

Run on homecoming The fourth annual BearPower Homecoming 6.24K run/walk will be held at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 8 at White Bear Lake Area High School South Campus, 3551 McKnight Road. The event is free and is the kickoff to the BearPower Family Challenge for fitness. To register, visit whitebear. feepay.com and search BearPower.

DISTRICT 624 SCHOOL BOARD NOTES 125 more th than llastt school h l year. The Th largl est grade is third grade at 696, and the smallest 10th and seventh grades at 577 each. Elementary student growth was about 2 percent this year and secondary growth was about 1 percent. The White Bear Lake Area Preschool jumped from 240 to 286 as of Sept. 2. Ninety-five new staff members joined the district this school year. About twothirds of the new teachers hired have three or more years of experience. More than 7,500 student electronic devices are now in service across the district. All students in grade six to grade 12 have Chromebooks. • Approved its goals for the 2016-2017 school year. Goals include kindergarten readiness, third-grade literacy, achievement gap analysis, college and career readiness and student graduation rates. • Received a $1,800 Library Services and Technology Award mini grant. • Approved an agreement with Chris Gibbs of DLR to conduct a facilities planning study. He will conduct a demographic study and site assessments across the district. A lump sum of $16,800 will be paid. Work is expected to begin in October and be completed around March. Sara Marie Moore

The District Th Di t i t 624 S School h lB Board d ttook k th the following action at its Sept. 12 meeting: • Welcomed student representative Bryana Sherrick and alternate Hakeem Martins for the 2016-2017 school year. Sherrick is a cheerleading captain and participates in choir and LINK crew. Martins plays football and is active in the AVID program and Change Equals Opportunity (CEO) program. • Heard a report from two students from the Area Learning Center who took part in the 2016 Minnesota Trades Academy. The program consisted of experiencing 15 trades over nine weeks. Activities included hands-on learning on work sites. Students rotated trades every two days. Both students reported enjoying the program and, particularly, learning welding skills. One student is interested in bricklaying, and would be the third generation of bricklayers in his family. • Heard an update from the White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation (WBALEF). The 20-year-old organization hosts the Angel Fund and a clothing closet for families in need. WBLAEF also gives grants and fellowships. The application for an annual art grant is due Oct. 6 and a teaching grant Oct. 24. For more information, visit wblaef.org. • Heard a report on the start of the school year. Enrollment is 8,287 students K-12,

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Ladies of the Lake outdoor sale Savanna McClung carries a pink flamingo sculpture that she purchased at the Ladies of the Lake outdoor sale at Railroad Park in White Bear Lake Saturday, Sept. 17. The first time event was held to draw attention to some of the unique shops in downtown White Bear Lake, including Sweet Home, Truly ..., Reuse Restyle, Rewind Alley, Missy’s Boutique & Consignment, Antiques White Bear, INC and Farmer’s Daughter.

BUSINESS BRIEFS Manufacturing award finalists DuFresne Manufacturing and MME group, both headquartered in Vadnais Heights, were named finalists in this year's Minnesota Business Magazine Manufacturing Awards. DuFresne is a finalist in the image category, which honors businesses that have worked toward changing the way the manufacturing industry is viewed. They are being recognized for their extensive partnerships with area schools and community involvement. MME group

is a contract manufacturer and a finalist in this year's employee training category. Winners will be announced at a Sept. 29 celebration in downtown Minneapolis.

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Funeral planning Mueller Memorial is holding a Funeral & Cremation Planning Expo 12 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 at its White Bear Lake location. Experts will be on hand to answer questions about burial and cremation options, wills and legal issues, Social Security benefits, financing, grief care and more. Free food will be served by Mueller's catering partners. The funeral home is located at 4738 Bald Eagle Ave.

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No recommendation yet on dog beach dogs, the commission met at Matoska Park boat launch in July to view the dog beach and use of waterfront facilities. Due to low lake levels, there is less shoreline for all the activities, Burch said, and there were concerns about the proximity of the dog beach to the swimming beach. The city installed only one boat launch dock at the ramp due to low water levels this year (normally there are two), the sailboat rigging dock has not been installed for several years,

WHITE BEAR LAKE — The City Council is still waiting on a recommendation from the Park Advisory Commission regarding the dog beach in Matoska Park. The earliest the matter will appear on the Park Commission agenda is November, according to City Engineer Mark Burch. The council requested a recommendation from the advisory commission before making any changes to the popular dog beach on White Bear Lake. Following complaints by a few Lake Avenue N. residents on noise and loose

and the boat skids have been moved north, as has the dog beach. Use of the Seventh Street swimming beach has also decreased. At that July meeting, Mike Natterstad from Public Works showed commissioners a map of how all the facilities were placed when water levels were higher. "Hopefully this layout can be re-established in the future," Burch said. As promised, the city engineer contacted the DNR regarding vegetation that has grown into these areas. "They

gave approval to remove the reeds and bullrushes to allow more public access to the park," Burch added. "They recognize there is a public purpose." He hasn't decided if public works will proceed with manual removal of the vegetation. A five-week water sampling program at city beaches by Ramsey County also found no coliform (bacteria), Burch said. He had asked the county to conduct the tests. Debra Neutkens

WHITE BEAR LAKE CITY COUNCIL NOTES The White Bear Lake City Council conducted the following business at its Sept. 13 meeting: • Approved a request by Bill Foussard of White Bear Country Inn for a conditional use permit to erect a dynamic display sign for property at 4940 Highway 61. Best Western corporate is requiring the reader board be electronic. • Approved a request by Wasatch Storage Partners for a conditional use permit to enclose 89 parking stalls for self storage at 1828 Buerkle Road. The Utah-based company plans to enlarge a vacant warehouse from 59,000 square feet to 118,000 square feet to store vehicles, RVs and trailers at a former FedEx facility. There was discussion about painting faux doors on the front of the climate-controlled building. Staff said fake elements are not part of the city's nine design principles. Company spokesman Scott Wyckoff of Salt Lake City said the fake doors are an important branding element. Council members did not have a problem with the painted doors and approved the request. A second floor and two elevators are also being added in the warehouse area, which will have 800 storage units. • Approved T.A. Schifsky & Sons Inc. change order No. 1 amounting to $116,000 for 2016 mill and overlay project. Most of the increase, or $79,000, was due to worse-than-expected pavement conditions. Additional milling was necessary to ensure the new overlay was placed on top of a sound base, noted City Engineer Mark Burch. Additional asphalt was also needed to restore the centers of some roads to the desired crown. About $11,000 of the change order involved changes in lane striping on Buerkle Road. A business owner requested the change to improve traffic flow for trucks used to service his growing business. Public Works was able to design a new plan that incorporated a center left-turn lane, one thru lane in each direction and a dedicated 5-foot bicycle lane on each side. Mayor Jo Emerson said the business owner was considering moving, otherwise. Brick pavers also had to be salvaged and reinstalled on Fourth Street for pedestrian curb ramps, which

added $25,000. Even with the change order, the 2016 project remains less than the construction cost outlined in the feasibility study, according to Burch. That figure was $2.2 million. The revised contract for the street work is $1.6 million. Assessment rates, he noted, are based on preliminary cost estimates with benefiting property owners assessed one-third of the project cost. In his memo to City Manager Ellen Richter, Burch said staff recognizes that this is not an insignificant change order to the contract amount, and is something staff will need to take into account when reviewing 2017 infrastructure improvements. • Authorized agreement with Abdo, Eick and Meyers for audit services at a cost of $89,000 for 2016-2018. • Heard that a licensed trapper has been hired to control muskrats on Birch Lake. The muskrat population has "exploded" since trapping was outlawed in 2013, Burch told council. Increased activity by the rodents has the city concerned about the effect muskrat tunnels have on the embankment that supports Birch Lake Boulevard N. and the blocking of the culvert under the road. Property owners are also seeing damage to shorelines due to the tunneling. The ordinance adopted in 2013 allows the city manager to authorize trapping in response to a wildlife concern. A humane, cage-type trap will be used to catch the muskrats. • Authorized the mayor and city manager to execute the pre-hospital medical direction services agreement with Region's Hospital. The city has operated under Regions’ Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program since it began to provide advanced life support services. Through this program, the hospital provides emergency direction, education and other services to the city's EMS providers. The agreement is for five years at a base price of $15,300 a year. • Approved sale of the 147-slip, floating marina dock system for $3,100. There was only one interested buyer, James Emmett Meister, who intends to use them for a seaplane base in Wisconsin. Burch said the city was relieved to get that much for

the dock system since a contractor said dismantling the docks if they weren't sold could cost $70,000. New docks are under construction from MINNCOR Industries and will be delivered in spring. • Approved new storage contract with White Bear Boat Works in amount of $16,800 per year for expanded storage of boats and trailers and snowmobiles. The business owned by Jason and Angie Brown leases storage space at the old public works. • Heard a proclamation from the mayor to honor Constitution Week Sept. 17-23. Sept. 17 marked the 229th anniversary of the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America by the Constitutional Convention. • Heard a first reading regarding temporary family health care dwellings. If approved, temporary health care dwelling units would be allowed on an expedited basis, for a specified time — six months with opportunity for one-time renewal. The city already permits accessory medical care cottages on residential properties through a conditional use permit, a process that can take six to eight weeks. The change would expedite that process if there was a medical necessity needing faster approval. A unit cannot exceed 300 square feet, cannot be located in a front yard and must have access to utilities. The ordinance will appear on the agenda for a second reading next month. • Heard first reading of a proposed ordinance amending municipal code pertaining to rental dwellings. The ordinance provides the city a due process mechanism to revoke a rental license from a property owner who fails to take action in response to chronic disorderly conduct by its renters. Conduct considered disorderly includes excessive noise, unlawful sale of alcohol, drugs and/or firearms and exterior storage violations. The item returns to the agenda for a second reading in a month. • Heard from the mayor that the Citizen's Police Academy was canceled for lack of registrants. Debra Neutkens

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ver since I had the opportunity to take a ride in Tom Birkeland’s electric powered, vintage 1974 VW beetle (back in 2008), I’ve been fascinated with the potential applications for electric vehicles in everyday life. As we quietly zipped along in traffic past a gas station on Highway 61 in White Bear Lake, I remember thinking if someone can put together (in their home garage) a viable electric vehicle for commuting for under $10,000, surely a visionary entrepreneur or the major players in the automotive industry could come up with something that’s accessible and practical for a larger portion of the population. In the intervening years progress has been made, most notably by the Angle of Tesla corporation owned by entrepreneur Elon Musk. Demonstrating View that speed and performance wouldn’t be an issue, the Tesla Roadster was Paul Dols introduced in 2008, followed by the S and d X models d l iin 2012. Because of the immediate torque supplied by an electric motor, the roadster gained attention for its quick acceleration — rivaling the performance of some of the most exotic cars available at the time. According to Wikipedia, the Roadster was the first mass produced all-electric automobile to use lithium-ion batteries and the first production all-electric car to travel more than 200 miles per charge. Now, all of the major automobile manufacturers have an electric vehicle in their model lineups. Tesla has been taking orders for the 2017 Model 3 aimed at the mass market; plus Apple co-founder (and Tesla owner) Steve Wozniak recently posted rave reviews for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV on the Green Car Reports website, so it appears that affordability and wider market acceptance may soon become a reality. Last month, at Tousley Motorsports in White Bear Lake, I had the opportunity to test drive the first electric-powered motorcycle produced by a major manufacturer — the 2016 Victory Empulse TT. The bike is essentially a revamped Brammo Empulse, which was originally produced by a small motorcycle company Polaris (Victory’s parent company) acquired last year. So I would have a fresh and direct comparison, I rode over to the test ride on my trusty 1994 Honda CB1000, an inline four, naked street bike that I’ve put more than 50,000 trouble-free miles on over the years. As I drove to Tousley, I hoped that my acquired riding habits would translate and not hinder the experience of riding an electric motorcycle. The first thing I noticed when I turned on the Empulse was the lack of noise. The instrument cluster lights up, indicating that the bike is on and how much charge is left in the battery pack and then you’re ready to go. I was impressed with the quick takeoff and immediate responsiveness of the Empulse as a group of three of us rode around local lakes and then onto the freeway. The wind and a whirring sound from the electric motor were all you could hear as the bike easily accelerated up to freeway speed and effortlessly merged into traffic. Overall the handling, ergonomics and response of the electric bike equaled the experience of riding a conventional motorcycle. The only drawback is the battery range. That said, I realistically think the Empulse would make an excellent bike for commuting in the summer months. I also think it’s admirable that a Minnesota-based company is taking a chance on emerging technology. After experiencing the quiet efficiency and considerable power of the Empulse, it felt like I was firing up a steam engine when I climbed back on my motorcycle for the trip back home. Riding the Empulse was an encouraging and tangible experience, pointing realistically, I believe, toward the future possibilities for electric vehicles. However, the experience was somewhat tempered by some practical realities, including the current limits in battery range and the real (economic and environmental) cost of the electricity that powers the grid we all rely on daily. Paul Dols is photojournalist/website editor for Press Publications. He can be reached at 651-407-1238 or photos@presspubs.com. Distributed weekly in: • White Bear Lake • White Bear Township • Mahtomedi • Birchwood • Dellwood • Willernie • Gem Lake • Pine Springs • Portions of Grant MNA 2014 AWARD-WINNING NEWSPAPER

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n Denmark, students regularly take a break from their studies during the school day to bake a cake and talk about their problems. It’s called Klassens Tid or Class Time. That may seem strange to our American way of education which is highly focused on test results and individual achievements. How can baking a cake and stopping work to chat be productive? But according to research, the is essential Movers & break to the development of a key trait that Shakers will benefit their Jerry Hromatka students for the rest of their lives – empathy. The benefits of empathy aren’t always obvious - especially in a country like the United States that highly values individualism and efficiency. However, recent studies from Duke University and Penn State revealed that empathetic kids are more likely to graduate from high school and have full time jobs. Students lacking this skill were more likely to drop out, get in trouble with law enforcement and need government assistance. Rachel Cain, Director of Outpatient Mental Health at Northeast Youth & Family Services, says that empathy is fundamental to healthy relationships with friends, family, co-workers and even strangers. She adds that it is different from sympathy, which is feeling sorry for someone or something.

Empathy is the willingness to try and understand what the other person is thinking and feeling; it doesn’t mean you agree with them or feel the same way, it’s simply showing the respect of trying to understand the world from another person’s perspective. In our current political climate that seems like a skill we all could brush up on between now and the November election. Cain adds that many arguments occur due to a lack of empathy. In an argument, each person is trying to prove a point and can have a hard time listening to or understanding the potential validity of the other person’s point of view. This leads to anger, not understanding, and gets in the way of problem solving. By teaching empathy early and often, there is a greater chance that a person will be an effective problem solver and understand the needs of others. For example, during Klassens Tid in Denmark the teacher may take the lead in identifying problematic issues, but all students are encouraged to bring up issues that are negatively affecting the functioning of the group. It is the students’ job to work together, involve everyone, and come up with strategies to address the problem. While empathy is best instilled at a young age, it is never too late to learn this skill, Cain says. Some people may be naturally empathetic but everyone can learn how to include others in conversations, ask respectful questions about feelings and opinions, identify areas of agreement and disagreement and learn new ways to work with people they might not

ordinarily get along with. At NYFS, we believe that empathy is a critical skill for our clients and our staff to exercise regularly. While it is considered a “soft” skill, learning and maintaining empathy can sometimes be hard work. And while we teach it, we also need to learn it as well. Over the past year our community has been sponsoring gatherings using a model called Marnita’s Table, that fosters cross-cultural connections through intentional social interactions over a shared meal. Sounds a little bit like Klassens Tid, doesn’t it? These gatherings are intended to break down barriers of race, class and culture and build authentic, positive and productive relationships. They literally provide everyone a seat at the table to connect, communicate and create longterm sustainable solutions that beneﬁt the entire community. None of that would be possible without a healthy dose of empathy. (And there’s always good food on the table, too!) Because of these intentional, empathetic interactions, attendees have helped to build relationships between police and the communities they serve, youth are inspired to improve their grades and go to college and they have even helped employers ﬁnd and retain employees. It’s amazing what a little empathy, and a lot of hard work, can do. For more information about Marnita’s Table, check out marnitastable.org. Jerry Hromatka is Executive Director of Northeast Youth and Family Services.

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hat is happening to White Bear Lake? The last time the lake was at an “average” water level was the summer of 2006. While some claim it is just a lack of rain that has caused persistent low water levels, the facts contradict this theory. According to the Minnesota Climatology Working Group (a cooperative effort by the State Climatology Ofﬁce, Department of Natural Resources, and the University of Minnesota), White Bear Lake has had three extremely wet summers in a row, with only one “dry” year in the past decade. 2014 recorded the wettest six months in Minnesota history. In 2015 we had thunderstorms in November and December with record rainfall amounts. This summer the rain has been frequent and abundant again, with a whole year’s average precipitation in the ﬁ rst eight months of 2016. Because the lake is up three feet from the alltime record low in 2013, many local residents say, “The lake is back.” Sadly, at 922.3 feet above sea level, White Bear Lake is still more than a foot below the 100-year median of 923.5 feet, and almost three feet below the

state-established ordinary high water mark of just under 925 feet. White Bear Lake is not suffering from a lack of rainfall. To the contrary, we have only had one statistically significant dry year in the last decade. The abundant rainfall with ongoing low lake levels confi rms that White Bear has a systemic problem that rain Movers & alone will not resolve. White Bear Lake has Shakers a water imbalance or water deficit. More waFriends of ter is lost from the lake White Bear Lake to evaporation at the surface and seepage into the aquifer below the lake, than can be provided by rainfall. This fact was one of the findings of the USGS study of White Bear Lake released in 2013. With average rainfall, the USGS study predicts the lake will drop four to six inches per year. Rainfall will revert to the historical average, and as happened in recent years, the lake will drop precipitously. The difference is that the lake is now at the relatively low level of 922 feet above sea level.

The abundant rainfall with ongoing low lake levels conﬁrms that White Bear has a systemic problem that rain alone will not resolve.

active, lake water elevations were far less volatile. Bringing clean fi ltered water four miles to White Bear Lake from the St. Paul Regional Water System in Vadnais Heights will greatly soften the extremes in our lake levels securing the broadest public access and enjoyment of the lake by all. This clean renewable surface water can be brought to White Bear Lake at a fraction of the cost of Starting at below average water levwidely publicized estimates. els, the lake is likely to hit new record White Bear Lake is not a wild lake lows with just one or two dry years. We need clean surface water to supple- like those in our beautiful Boundary Waters Canoe Area. We managed wament White Bear Lake’s water balance. ter levels and navigability of our lake Most people recognize that White Bear through augmentation and dredging Lake water levels have always fluctufor most of the 20th century. Since the ated. What many people do not know is 1980s, we have not provided supplethat these swings in water level were softened for over 60 years by augmenta- mental water supply for the lake. The damage to the lake is real and worstion. From the 1920s through the 1970s, ening. Acres of trees grow on newly Ramsey County operated groundwater accredited land at Matoska Park that wells around White Bear Lake, which pumped as much as three billion gallons was navigable water only 10 years ago. Ramsey County Park beach, the of water into the lake some years. While this process is known to have largest public access point on the lake, remains closed for the eighth consecbeen inefficient, it absolutely mitigated the extreme shifts in lake level. Ac- utive year. It will not reopen until the lake reaches an elevation of 923.2 feet. cording to the Department of Natural Resources historical graphs of White By Blanche Hawkins & Jim Markoe, Bear Lake water elevations, in the deFriends of White Bear Lake. cades when augmentation wells were

Senior housing awareness By the year 2020, the state of Minnesota will have more people over the age of 65 than school-aged children. So read the first line of a proclamation to the White Bear Lake City Council Sept. 13 by Mayor Jo Emerson for Senior Housing Awareness Day.

Also noted in the document: • The White Bear Lake Area School District already has over 10,000 seniors compared to about 8,500 students currently enrolled, with the number of seniors continuing to grow. • In 2015, the school district started a

community engagement process regarding senior issues that led to an ongoing community forum and creation of action teams. Senior housing was identified as a key concern. • White Bear Area seniors have deep roots in the community and plan to live out

their lives here. • Building awareness of senior housing options in the area enables seniors to stay in the community longer. • Saturday, Oct. 1 was proclaimed Senior Housing Awareness Day.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dredging an option to open beach This is an open letter to the cities and township around White Bear Lake, the White Bear Lake Conservation District, Ramsey County, Washington County and the DNR. The lake level for White Bear Lake currently stands at 922.5 feet and is approaching the 923+ feet required to safely reopen the beach at Ramsey County Park. Our children and grandchildren will be happy when this beach is finally reopened! The lake level for White Bear Lake has increased due to four years of far above-average precipitation. However, what will you do when the precipitation returns to normal or below normal? Will you again do nothing to address the lake level issue or will you take a proactive action to maintain the beach to remain open? The closure of the beach at Ramsey County Park was due to safety concerns with the drop-off at the beach. This drop-off is man-made due to dredging in the late 19th century and early 20th century. This dredging appears to have been made to allow a steamer with musicians to entertain residents in their lake cabins along Lake Avenue. Sara Markoe Hanson, executive director of the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society, has documents that refer to the dredging along Lake Avenue up through "White Bear Beach." My challenge to the cities and township around the White Bear Lake, the White Bear Lake Conservation District, Ramsey County, Washington County and the DNR is to finally take a leadership role in requesting dredging to restore the natural lake bottom at the beach at Ramsey County Park, i.e. remove the man-made drop-off that creates a safety hazard for both swimmers and non-swimmers at this beach. Who among you will take this leadership role in allowing the children and grandchildren of this region to continue to use this beach at Ramsey County Park when the lake level drops again in the future? White Bear Lake area residents want to see who among you will step up into a leadership role regarding keeping the beach open in the future. Mike Downing White Bear Lake

Thank you for successful benefit The Setnicker and Wood families would like to thank the White Bear Press for its coverage of our daughter Nicole Wood's Cancer Benefit that was held at Jimmy's restaurant Aug. 21. Our family experienced the importance and the need of a local newspaper to bring together that sense of community spirit and togetherness. We heard a number of comments like: "We saw it in the Press" or "That was a nice picture of Nikki" along with the details of the benefit.

Yes, we did use social media like Facebook and other web-based channels; however, the Press gave us that personal touch, which made all of us proud to be part of the larger White Bear Lake community. The community attendance support was overwhelming and the financial support exceeded our greatest expectations. A heartfelt "thank you" to all who attended and to the Press and its staff for its positive coverage. Mary Ann and Norm Setnicker White Bear Lake

Setting the record straight In reference to Jerry Helander’s letter ("Attempt at annexation" Sept. 14), I would like to respond to his statements. First of all, I attended this City Council meeting on Sept. 6 and was not allowed to speak about my own petition. Second, my Realtor has had several offers from current Grant Mayor Tom Carr, who represents the owner of the adjoining 60 acres to my home and land. Last winter, there was another local real estate agent representing this same buyer, then an abrupt change in agents, and now Tom Carr is representing the interested buyer. I guess I would like to know why the sudden change? It is no secret that the intention with my property is to adjoin the 60 acres to bring a housing development into Grant, which is not permitted by the current City Comprehensive Plan. This would be considered leapfrog development. Not knowing how a large ice arena behind my property was able to be constructed in an agricultural zone is still a question, and no one seems to know if the large home next to the ice arena is a home or rumored charter hockey school. My property is owned by me, not my daughter, Shannon Bryant, who is a current candidate for mayor of Grant. She lives in another part of Grant with her family. Also, my daughter has been fighting for kids that attend Wildwood Elementary to make sure the school district is performing the environmental testing to make sure it is safe for children. She is a mother of four and is an advocate for health and safety of children. She is fiercely independent and will do what is best for the city of Grant. She believes in keeping Grant rural and keeping big development out of the city. She would like to be friends with everyone in Grant and keep the council meetings civil and open. Rose Pohl Grant

Appreciate coverage of Artist Series On behalf of the members of the Wildwood Artist Series committee, I would like to thank the White Bear Press most sincerely for printing the article about the 2016-17 Wildwood Artist Series season and for publishing the pho-

tos of the performers in color. Each September we depend heavily on the Press to get the word out about our upcoming season and you did a wonderful job for us this year. We are most grateful. Ellen Bruner Mahtomedi

Enjoy fresh format Our family is enjoying the fresh, new format of the White Bear Press. The writing styles and lively reporting, especially the “Cops and Courts” section, are very readable and informative. “What’s Happening” is keeping us well informed about fun and interesting activities around our lake. Nice job, folks. Jim and Deb Kneen White Bear Lake

Supporting candidate for House of Representatives Jamie Becker-Finn is running for the Minnesota House of Representatives in District 42B, which includes Little Canada, Vadnais Heights, Gem Lake, and portions of Shoreview and Roseville. Jamie's life experiences have helped her develop the skills necessary to be effective in our state Legislature and a strong voice for Minnesota families. She currently works as an assistant Hennepin County attorney at the Domestic Abuse Service Center, bringing diverse groups of people together to work for justice: crime victims, their advocates, law enforcement, and other criminal justice professionals. She has also worked as a legislative assistant at the Minnesota House of Representatives, prior to pursuing her law degree. This experience helped familiarize Jamie with the workings of the Legislature, and she has already begun to form working relationships with legislators from across the state. Key issues for Jamie include environmental protection, education, transportation and mental health. She was raised in northern Minnesota, and has spent her adult life in the Twin Cities, so she has an appreciation of both rural and urban concerns. And as a mother, she has a vested interest in Minnesota’s educational system, and is committed to pre-K programming, K-12 and affordable postsecondary education. Jamie is a motivated, hard-working individual possessing qualities and work experiences that make her well suited to represent our district. Check out her website www.becker-finn.org. Let’s give her our support! Lisa Wersal Vadnais Heights

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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS VADNAIS HEIGHTS • A driver who was stopped the night of Sept. 9 for “rolling through” a stop sign at Country Road F and Rice Street, showed signs of impairment. The 35-year-old Vadnais Heights woman tested a big 0.24 blood alcohol concentration and was booked into the Ramsey County Jail on a third-degree DWI charge. • A burglar broke through a secured first floor apartment window in the 1000 block of County Road D in the early morning hours of Sept. 10, pocketing rings, bracelets and necklaces from a bedroom dresser as well as an unknown prescription medication. The loss was estimated at $8,100. The prescription bottle, now empty, was found in the yard. • A resident in the 800 block of Berwood Avenue called 911 Sept. 10 to complain about a marauding cat stalking and “killing songbirds and other wildlife” in the neighborhood. The complaint was turned over to Ramsey County Animal Control for investigation. • Two local men, ages 35 and 28, smartly planning to avoid drunken driving charges, left their vehicles

parked at their apartment building and walked to the neighborhood bar the night of Sept. 11 to knock back a few. The pair eventually became disruptive, refused to leave the watering hole, and were finally forced out. They began to stumble home but harassed enough people on the trip that deputies were called. Both men were soon on their way to Ramsey County Detox. • For this student driver, it was a lesson to remember. Preparing to drive out of her apartment building lot in the 1200 block of County Road D about midday on Sept. 13, the 20-year-old was hit by a van that backed into her. The driving instructor asked the van driver for her driver’s license but the 35-year-old local woman refused. Passengers and nearby witnesses began to take pictures while arguing about who was at fault. Pushing and shoving commenced and, responding to the report of an “accident and assault,” arriving deputies began to take more pictures. A report of the incident was sent to the city attorney for consideration of an assault charge.

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP • A man was reported driving around willy-nilly at a gas station the evening of Sept. 8 in the 5900 block of Hwy. 61. As the driver pulled out of the station, other drivers called 911 about his erratic behavior. The 20-year-old local Vadnais Heights man “who appeared drunk” was tested but blew a “zero” on the PBT. He was booked into jail on a pending charge of DWI to await the results of a blood draw. • A juvenile male went after a staff member Sept. 13 at Northeast Metro School District 916 in the 2500 block of County Road F. The youth, age not released, faces a possible charge of fourth-degree gross-misdemeanor assault, following a medical evaluation. • Following a traffic stop for no license plate light and an overly dark window tint the night of Sept. 13 at Hwy. 96 and Carolyn Lane, the driver, identified as a 42-year-old male out of Chisago City, climbed a 6-foot fence and fled the scene on foot. A license plate, reported stolen, was discovered inside and a case containing burglary tools was found next to the vehicle. An investigation continues.

WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS The Washington County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Birchwood, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:

block of Jamaca Avenue N. • A resident in the 8400 block of Lake Elmo Avenue N. on Sept. 12 reported finding opened mail on the street addressed to the Oakdale area.

BIRCHWOOD • A resident on Birchwood Road on Sept. 11 reported finding a backpack in his garage that may have been left there during a burglary two weeks ago, in which a bicycle was stolen.

DELLWOOD • A Grant girl, 16, was cited Sept. 9 on Dellwood Avenue and Echo Street for speeding 45 mph in a 35 mph zone.

GRANT • Numerous items were reported taken Sept. 12 from outbuildings in the 8200

MAHTOMEDI • A vehicle belonging to a juvenile male attending a football game was reported damaged Sept. 7 while parked in the St. Andrew's Church east parking lot. Peanut butter was smeared under the door handle and a side window was smashed. • A Stillwater man, 22, was arrested on an outstanding warrant Sept. 7 on Hilton Trail and Hallam Avenue after Washington County Sheriff's deputies stopped the subject for equipment violation and conducted a computer check. • A resident in the 200 block of 72nd Street N. on Sept. 8 reported selling a sofa on Craigslist for $150 and receiving

a check from a buyer for $2,400. The complainant did not send the sofa or the $1,900 in change. • An employee at FedEx on Long Lake Road E. reported a shotgun was taken from her truck overnight Sept 8-9. • A shopping cart was reported stolen Sept. 9 from Aldi Foods on Wildwood Road. A man seen walking the cart to the Subway sandwich shop denied taking the cart. No charges. • A resident in the 200 block of 72nd Street N. reported checks and a stereo system stolen after a break-in Sept. 10. • A resident in the 200 block of Frankland Street on Sept. 12 reported coming home from a weekend trip and finding that someone had entered the home through a kitchen window. Nothing is missing. • A resident in the 400 block of Park Avenue on Sept. 12 reported trying to sell a $1,000 home gym on Craigslist; the buyer sent a check for $2,200. The

complainant walked the check into the sheriff's office rather than ship the buyer the home gym, along with the $1,200 in change. • Eggs, milk and juice were reported stolen Sept. 12 from the Freedom gas station on Wildwood Road by an out-ofcontrol male.

PINE SPRINGS • A motorist on northbound I-694 and Highway 36 reported a driver threw a cup at her on Sept. 11.

WILLERNIE • A White Bear Lake man, 61, was arrested Sept. 13 on Stillwater Road and Warner Avenue N. on an outstanding Ramsey County warrant for failure to appear in court.

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following incidents: • An injured cat was reported in the road in the area of Long Avenue and Stillwater Street at 9:01 p.m. Sept. 8. The cat was transported to the animal hospital and owners were notified. • A 40-year-old male was arrested on a warrant in the area of White Bear Avenue and I-694 at 9:15 p.m. Sept. 8. He was also in possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and 0.84 grams of methamphetamine. • A Mahtomedi resident reported theft of funds via an unauthorized ATM withdrawal at US Bank in White Bear

Lake at 3:46 p.m. Sept. 9. The investigation is ongoing. • A passenger in a vehicle was cited for possessing a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia in the area of White Bear Avenue and I-694 at 11:44 p.m. Sept. 9. • A 41-year-old male from Birchwood Village was arrested for third-degree DWI in the area of Lake Avenue and Cottage Park Road at 1:29 a.m. Sept. 10. • A 44-year-old male from White Bear Lake was arrested for fourth-degree DWI in the 4700 block of Highway 61 at 2:22 a.m. Sept. 10. His blood alcohol level was 0.14. • A 19-year-old female from White Bear Lake was arrested for third-degree DWI in the 2600 block of County

Road E East at 3:01 a.m. Sept. 11. • A possible voter violation was reported. A local male reportedly voted twice in the primary, once by absentee ballot and once in person. The possible fraud was reported at 10:47 a.m. Sept. 12. • An attempted burglary was reported in the 1600 block of Eugene Street at 11:02 p.m. Sept. 13. • A resident was warned to cease unlawful burning of yard waste in the 2500 block of Manitou Island at 4:14 p.m. Sept. 14. • Vandalism of property was reported in the 1700 block of Fourth Street at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14.

PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS White Bear Lake police catch ‘most drunk’ driver in state During a statewide campaign for extra enforcement and awareness of drunk driving between Aug. 19 and Sept. 5, White Bear Lake police caught the drunkest driver in the state at a 0.38 blood alcohol level. The legal limit is

0.08. Statewide, law enforcement made 1,351 DWI arrests during the campaign. More than 300 law enforcement agencies participated. The campaign was coordinated by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety.

Man convicted of 3rd-degree assault Ronnie Michael Vadnais, 22, of Willernie, was put on two years of probation for a third-degree assault that occurred near a bar in Stillwater Aug. 16, 2015. Vadnais was convicted for his involvement in an assault of a bystander outside the bar, according to the com-

plaint released by Washington County. The victim suffered a broken nose. The terms of Vadnais' probation are 30 days in jail, electronic home monitoring, a $500 fine with $250 of it stayed, a $324 restitution to the victim, and no contact with the victim.

Former chiropractor pleads guilty to money laundering WHITE BEAR LAKE – Randy Miland, 62, of White Bear Lake, pled guilty to operating a Ponzi scheme in which he stole or attempted to steal more than $500,000 from purported investors, announced Minnesota Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman Sept. 9. Miland pleaded guilty to mail fraud and money laundering before U.S. District Judge Wilhelmina M. Wright in U.S. District Court in Saint Paul. “Randy Miland is a serial scam artist who has had a long career of defrauding his victims with false claims that he would use their money for legitimate investments,” said Rothman. “He may once have worked as a chiropractor, but his real profession has been operating Ponzi schemes to steal people’s money. The Commerce Fraud Bureau worked with federal authorities to stop Miland’s criminal activities and prevent even

more Minnesotans from being ripped off by him.” Miland used deception to cover up past fraud in order to obtain new victims. According to Miland’s guilty plea, between 2010 and 2014, he fraudulently solicited approximately $575,000 from investors, telling them that he would use their money to invest in futures and other legitimate investments. Instead, he used their money to pay personal expenses, including court-ordered restitution to victims of his prior scams, and to make Ponzi-type payments to other purported investors. Miland concealed from the new victims that he had been twice convicted of fraudulent conduct, that he was forbidden by the Minnesota Department of Commerce from offering or selling securities, and that he still owed more than $1.5 million in restitution to

victims of prior schemes. Miland was convicted in 1999 in state court of theft by swindle and ordered to pay more than $1.5 million in restitution to the victims of his scheme. As of May 2016, he still owed nearly the entire amount to the victims. Miland was convicted in 2006 in federal court of fraud and ordered to pay more than $250,000 in restitution to the victims. As of May 2016, he owed approximately $124,000 in restitution. This case is the result of an investigation conducted by the Criminal Investigation Division of the IRS and the Minnesota Department of Commerce Fraud Bureau. From press release

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KAYLA STRONG: Sandwich orders quadruple for teen’s fundraiser FROM PAGE 1A

"What's difficult to watch," he writes, "is that Kayla doesn't really know if she's getting better because she can't remember. We have taken to making a video every night to show her the next morning. We want KK to know that she does get better, the pain does subside, she will smile and laugh, talk to her friends and make fun of her 300-pound dad, and that every single day she does heal a little bit more." As for the generosity of the Vadnais Heights Jimmy

John's, Jones posted in Facebook that he couldn't say enough about the love, kindness and generosity with which store owners, employees and friends have surrounded Kayla and her family. Their daughter received a special "night pass" to attend last week's benefit but was expected to go home Sept. 15.

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top prize in the national Jimmy John's Sandwich Master's Championship in February. Edgeberg, Robin Maraver and Hailey Johnston-Waddick split a $50,000 cash reward for besting three other top teams from across the country. When asked if she had done anything with her winnings, Edgeberg said she was saving most of it but had used some to rescue an Australian Shepherd, her favorite breed. She is working on getting another.

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Low school enrollment woes explained BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

MAHTOMEDI — At a Sept. 8 School Board meeting a tearful teacher made a final plea for her kindergarten daughter to be enrolled at Wildwood Elementary, where her brother Jack entered second grade this year five minutes away from her third-grade teaching post at O.H. Anderson Elementary. It seemed her plea came too late. Just minutes before, at the start of the meeting, board member Mike Chevalier had proposed to reopen discussion on open enrollment considering the kindergarten, first- and second-grade classes had ended up below target. Kindergarten especially was below target, with current numbers sitting at 145; the target was 160. Board Chair Lucy Payne and members Julie McGraw and Judith Schwartz noted the fact that open enrollment had been closed at the last month's meeting. They and board member Stacey Stout voted not to reopen a discussion. Chevalier and board member Kevin Donovan were outnumbered and discussion did not ensue. The tearful teacher, Gina Loosbrock, was then given the chance to express her disappointment publicly about the closed open enrollment during the public comment portion of the meeting. “I want the board to know I give my heart and soul to this district and it is an honor to be able to work with extraordinary children every day,” Loosbrock said. “I have been looking forward to my son Jack joining this amazing district along with my daughter.” Loosbrock did not understand why 13 or 14 families who applied before the Jan. 15 deadline could not be accepted. “I am asking the board to re-evaluate its decision to close open enrollment. Even though school has started, many of us would register our students now,” Loosbrock said, noting she thought accepting the students would also be in the best interest of the district due to the money it receives per student. “With numbers sitting so much lower than anticipated, I am confused as to

why the board wouldn't want to help our families who are so desperately trying to get our children into the same district, getting the same experiences and having the best teachers and education around.” In a phone call after the meeting, Payne explained her reasoning for voting not to reopen the discussion. “I'm looking at the best interests of the large group,” Payne said. “When I look at the individual child, I am torn. Then I look at the bigger system.” She said it was “too late” to reopen enroll-

makes its best estimation based on trends. “We were off a little bit this time and that is real frustrating,” Larson said. “It is not completely predictable,” Payne said. “It is messy.” Payne also noted the school board has a policy not to go back on the decisions it has made at previous board meetings unless there is new information. She didn't believe there was new information, considering the enrollment numbers were a prediction. Chevalier, though he thought there

“I’m looking at the best interests of the large group. When I look at the individual child, I am torn. Then I look at the bigger system.” Lucy Payne Board Chair ment after school had started. Classrooms were already set, and children too. “To have them start school, and then turn to that child and say we are going to pull you and put you somewhere else, that is not in the best interest of the kid,” Payne said, noting that moving kids around could also have a negative financial impact on nearby districts who were counting on having a certain number of students. Payne reported the kindergarten numbers ended up below target due to a “strange year of kids deciding not to come at the last minute.” The district expected 15 students to move into the district before the start of school, and 14 did. The unexpectedly low number happened due to those who had said they were coming but did not come after all. About half of the 15 were children with later or summer birthdays, who would be expected to join the district next year, reported Superintendent Mark Larson in a phone call after the meeting. Others decided to go with other schooling options. A couple moved away. Fifteen below target was an unusually high number for the district to be off by, Larson said. The district

was enough new information to warrant a discussion, respected the other board members decisions, he reported in a phone call after the meeting. “We decided once an issue is settled, it is settled,” Chevalier said. “The only reason I brought it up again is was it was below target … I was hoping just to have a discussion about it … I respect the board's decision, I just wanted to open it back up.” Chevalier and Loosbrock have been working together with Senator Chuck Wiger and Representative Peter Fischer to put children of teachers under special preference for open enrollment. The Legislature had changed the law last year to only sibling preference, Chevalier said. But children of teachers will be back at the same preference level as children of siblings next school year. A law was passed giving back that preference but has not been signed yet, Chevalier reported. Twenty-five percent of open enrollment applications were granted this year, or 96 students of the 375 who applied, reported Larson at the meeting. Fifteen percent were enrolled in 2015-2016, or 54 of the 359 applicants. Enrollment numbers 'could be trouble'

At the meeting, Larson reported total district enrollment numbers were one below target. The total enrollment was 3,289 during the opening week; the district budgeted for 3,290. Enrollment generally drops 1 to 2 percent during the year. “That could put us in a place where we could be short significant money when we go into the following year,” said Larson. Enrollment last year was 3,275 and was 23 students above the budget. Larson reported that was a good figure. “We want to have that number oftentimes a little bit higher,” said Larson. “This (year) could be trouble; we don't know.” Enrollment for Wildwood was 527, a drop from 578 in 2015-2016. O.H. Anderson enrollment was 707, down two from 709 in 2015-2016. Middle school enrollment was up to 834 from 829 in 2015-2016. High school enrollment jumped from 1,167 in 2015-2016 to 1,185 this year. McGraw reported a Wildwood teacher was thankful for the lower class sizes due to the closure of open enrollment. Average target class size this year was 20 for kindergarten. The average ended up being 18. “A lot of teachers are probably happy about that, but there are teachers who couldn't get their children in,” Chevalier said after the meeting. Payne said, “We would love to have every single child in our district,” but noted one benefit of the inadvertently low numbers is a chance for the district to work on its “reading achievement gap” with its new curriculum this year. There may need to be “budget adjustments” due to the lower enrollment this year, reported Larson at the meeting. The district receives about $10,000 per student on average, reported Larson. If enrollment drops by 1 percent as usual over the course of the year, the district could lose 32 students and $320,000 of its hoped-for funding. “That is a lot of money,” Chevalier said. But Larson said numbers could look a little brighter by October. “This is the first week,” he said. “We still have some shuffling in and out.”

Young virtuoso takes first prize at international piano festival Young pianist Matthew Bennett won first prize at an international piano festival in Spain this summer. The Mahtomedi Middle School seventh-grader traveled to Benasque, Spain, in June with his piano teacher, Reid Smith of Dellwood, and three other students. Nestled deep in the Pyrenees Mountains of northern Spain, Benasque is a 14th-century city that offered spectacular hiking and the opportunity to perform and play with a chamber orchestra, Smith said. Pianists from Russia, Japan, Mongolia and Spain were among those competing. Due to his students' success, people attending the festival asked about Minnesota. Many had never heard of the state, he added. Matthew started taking lessons in first grade and joined Smith's Dellwood Piano Studio in third grade. He also participated in the 2013 Vincenzo Balzani Master Class in Mahtomedi and in 2014 was selected as one of the Wildwood Artists Series scholarship re-

cipients, performing at the Chautauqua Fine Arts Center that September. Matthew also attended the 2014 International Lovere Italy Festival under auspices of Smith, who was on the faculty. The middle-schooler's prizewinning performance at the festival in Spain was with the "Beyond the Music" Chamber Orchestra with a movement of the Mozart Concerto No. 20 in D minor. Matthew currently accompanies the St. Pius X Church high school music ministry group every week and during special Masses. He was recently selected to be a member of the 2016-2017 NE Minnesota Band Directors Association Honors Band. In his spare time, he enjoys dirt biking (much to the chagrin of his piano teacher, added Smith), playing trumpet, camping and reading. He lives in White Bear Lake with his parents Staci and Wayne Bennett and three siblings. Submitted Matthew Bennett

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weather the impact, in the finance director's words. Those days may be over, however, as without the high-interest revenue, the city must rely more on the levy to finance its general fund operations. Local government aid was bumped a paltry $1,000 and has remained basically unchanged over the last eight years. At work sessions last spring, the council discussed priorities for the coming year that included emphasis on housing and redevelopment and revitalization of the County Road E corridor. Three central elements in the budget account for the $246,000 in needed taxpayer support based on those conversations: 1. A reduction of the reliance on the employee expense fund. This fund will no longer be drawn down to mitigate the city's reliance on the tax levy for annual salary adjustments and benefit increases. It represents 56 percent of the levy increase. 2. The hiring of a full-time housing and redevelopment coordinator. This is due to intensification of housing and redevelopment efforts for the aging population and represents 33 percent of the levy increase. 3. Incorporating use of body cameras for the White Bear Lake Police Department in 2017. Rambow noted that the property tax burden has shifted ever so slightly from commercial to residential property. "With residential valuations increasing, the taxation liability is slightly rebalancing itself," he said. Noteworthy is the fact all residential property owners are paying less now than they did in 2007 due to a decrease in value. Overall values remain 10 to 25 percent below 2007 levels. "A strong case can be made that 2007 valuations were in fact overinflated," Rambow added. Other real estate trends reveal the

following: • Apartments have experienced significant property valuation increases due to the high demand for rental property. More than 95 percent of all apartments have experienced a 10 to 20 percent increase in property value. • The median value home in White Bear Lake is $194,500 for 2016. Last year the value was $184,700. The proposed levy will have a 3 percent impact on that home. Property taxes payable in 2016 were $323 for the city's portion of the total and are $332 in 2017. The tax impact this year is less than it was in 2006. That year a median value home was $207,900 and the city's share of property tax was $386. • There is an uptick in property values. Overall values have increased 7 percent in 2017. Apartment values have increased 16 percent, residential values have increased 4 percent and commercial property has increased 5 percent. • Of the city's housing stock, 1,100 homes, or 18 percent, saw 2016 property values increase 10 to 20 percent; 4,090 homes, or 64 percent, increased 0 to 10 percent; and 980 were devalued 0 to 10 percent. Regarding the 2017 budget: • Of the proposed $9.6 million budget, 67 percent goes to public safety. • Construction permits for new building projects totaled $57 million in 2015; $35 million in 2016 and are estimated to bring in $35 million in 2017. • Due to a state distribution fund, a pool of money called fiscal disparities, the city will receive $713,000. That reduces the gross levy to a net $4.5 million. • Relative to other cities of similar population, White Bear Lake's levy is at the bottom. A city of Shoreview survey ranked White Bear Lake No. 29 (last) on a list of metro cities and their tax levies. Edina ranked first with a $31.2 million levy, a 54 percent increase over 10

IF YOU GO: Property owners are welcome to attend open houses hosted by their ward councilperson to discuss the upcoming levy or other issues. Dates are as follows: Ward 1 Bill Walsh, Oct. 4 Ward 2 Doug Biehn, Oct. 13 Ward 3 Dan Jones, Oct. 20 Ward 4 Kevin Edberg, Oct. 10 Ward 5 Steven Engstran, Oct. 27 years. Shoreview was 18th with a $10.6 million levy, a 45 percent increase over a decade. In 2006, White Bear Lake was No. 28 with a $4.8 million levy. Average for all cities in 2016 was $14.1 million. Rambow pointed out that many cities on the list have significant debt. White Bear does not. Only $132,000 is assigned to debt in the levy, he said. The finance director told council he takes his job seriously. "You hire me to manage your dollars. I take that seriously," he said. "I go back to my heritage as a farm boy. We knew we had to fill the corn crib to feed the cows. We utilize our corn crib (at the city) and there are plans to draw it down, but we'll never scrape the bottom. We need the seed (corn) to plant the fields." Councilman Doug Biehn reminded members he's been through the levy process seven times. "We spend our money wisely in White Bear Lake," he noted. "This year staff has explained how interest earnings have gone down and what is needed. I support this." Councilman Bill Walsh on the other hand, does not. "I'm going to say 'no' today," he said. "This number is too high. In January, we raised sewer and water rates, we raised rates at the Sports Center, fees will get raised. These things add up.

People have been hit with a lot of increases. I will try hard to find alternatives (on the expense side of the ledger) over the next few months." Walsh added he was "inclined to support the new staff position but maybe we're not ready for body cameras." "We are ready," countered Mayor Jo Emerson. She reminded Walsh that staff has been working on the budget since January "thoroughly and intensely." Councilman Dan Jones said the city needs to raise taxes for the future. "I get very few complaints (from my constituents)," noted Jones. "I don't want to get cheap. I'm afraid we'll get behind. Our city is aging, our housing stock is aging. This is a big tax increase, but I support this. It's a reasonable increase. We need to move the needle in this community." The preliminary levy will be certified to the county, which uses the amount to calculate property tax statements. Statements are mailed to all property owners in late November. Final adoption by council will occur at a Truth in Taxation hearing Dec. 13. The vote on the preliminary levy amount was 3-1 with Walsh opposed. Once certified, the City Council can lower the levy but cannot raise it. Councilman Kevin Edberg was absent.

Need for ice prompts hockey group to infuse some dollars into arena study BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

WHITE BEAR LAKE — The area hockey association is stepping up to the plate. Knowing the Sports Center is in dire need of dollars, the White Bear Lake Area Hockey Association (WBLAHA) board of directors voted to spend $9,800 for an engineering study that provides a number: The cost to keep the building running another 25 years. “The association is moving forward to put together a plan for a facility that benefits the community and benefits hockey,” said WBLHA President Kevin McFarlane. “We are trying to be a financial partner by making a commitment to jump-start the project.” Without those commitments, the 27-year-old ice arena may close. City leaders alluded to that possibility when they voiced their desire for partners at the City Council meeting Sept. 13, a day before the hockey association pledged support. “We won’t move forward without partners,” said Councilman Doug Biehn. Councilman Dan Jones was a little more succinct. “I won’t spend one dime until we get someone to commit,” he said. “Only 25 percent of our residents use the Sports Center. I am 100 percent fed up. If I could close it tomorrow, I would. I am done supporting it. It’s not fair to our residents.” The city has been working to identify potential partners like the hockey association and the school district, said City Manager Ellen Richter, to help finance capital needs expected to be upwards of $3 million. “The facility is tired,” Richter said. “We’re on borrowed time with the refrigeration system. We can’t move the decision beyond next spring.” The city has already spent $35,000 since January to fix leaky valves on the refrigeration system. “Those were repaired,” said Bruce Bates, Sports Center director. The city also purchased a handheld detector that Bates uses daily to check the system for Freon gas

“The facility is tired. We’re on borrowed time with the refrigeration system. We can’t move the decision beyond next spring.” Ellen Richter City Manager leaks. There are no leaks in the floor, he said. Freon is the R22 refrigerant used to make ice at the arena. The chemical is being phased out for environmental reasons so it’s getting expensive to replace. Richter maintained the goal is to keep the facility open for residents, but the majority of users live outside the city. She’s optimistic there is enough interest in the broader community. The city has had conversations with the school district regarding the center’s future, but talks are in the early stages. “The district wants to serve its students the best it can,” Richter said. “They recognize we have this timeline. The sports center floor is on borrowed time. The condensers failed a few years ago and we had to come to council for money to replace them. That could happen again. The system is near the end of its life cycle.” The hockey association also plans to put money towards preliminary drawings for an expanded facility. “We’d like a second sheet of ice,” McFarlane said, “and perhaps a restaurant and a smaller three-quarter sheet for three-on-three skating.” The association president was quick to point out they will still need ice from Ramsey County. “We’ll need the same amount of ice from them, maybe more,” he said. Registration numbers aren’t in yet, but membership has “progressively been going back up,” McFarlane said. “Now it’s a matter of getting younger kids involved playing hockey, making it affordable and

having facilities for them to play. We need more ice for a growing association. “Hockey is a big part of White Bear and the surrounding area,” added McFarlane, who owns Venburg Tire Co. “At one time, we had one of the biggest youth programs in the state. We were the biggest when I played.” Proceeds from an upcoming WBLAHA calendar raffle will be used for the engineering study.

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The Twin City Steel junior hockey team relocated to New Ulm, vacating the Sports Center, but the facility’s director, Bruce Bates, said the arena is booked seven days a week.

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New board member appointed to lake conservation district

Designer Resale Event at The Carlisle Showroom, White Bear Lake, MN For 3 full days, come shop from the private collections of MANY local fashionistas!

Resale Event Hours: Thursday, September 22nd: noon - 7 pm Friday, September 23rd: 10 am - 6 pm

Paul Steinhauser has been appointed to the White Bear Lake Conservation District board of directors by the city of Birchwood. Steinhauser replaces Jane Harper, who resigned earlier this summer. A Birchwood resident for nine years, Steinhauser has lived in the White Bear Lake area 40 years. He co-owns a small company that builds energy-efficient, small environmental footprint housing. Steinhauser is director and founder of Race2Reduce and co-authored the city of White Bear Lake residential water use study in 2016. In a former career, he served as general partner for 20 years at White Bear Racquet & Swim, where he instituted multiple environmental initiatives that saved water, energy and money. In addition, Steinhauser was sustainability director for Life Time Fitness corporate from 2007 to 2011, which Steinhauser included process improvements that reduced water use. Debra Neutkens

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UPCOMING EVENTS AUTHOR VISIT

When: 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 23 Where: Lake Country Booksellers, 4766 Washington Square, White Bear Lake Details: JoAnne Vruno will sign copies of her book ‘Spring of Elves’ and Deborah Stevens will sign copies of ‘Serpent’s Disciple’. Contact: 651-426-0918

ST. ANDREW’S BLOCK PARTY

When: 4-7 p.m. Fri., Sept. 23 Where: St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi Details: Past events include outdoor concert, food, bounce houses, hayrides and family fun. Free and open to the community. Contact: 651-762-9141; www.saintandrews.org

TUMBLR: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET’S MOST CREATIVE COMMUNITY

When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 24 Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi Details: Learn how to use the social blogging platform for fun or business. Registration required. Contact: 651-426-2042

DROP-IN DISCOVERY STATIONS: WORMS AT WORK

When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 24 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township Details: Free, familyfriendly drop-in style programs feature a range of nature topics, including up-close visits with live animals. No registration required. Contact: 651-407-5350 or parks.co.ramsey. mn.us/tamarack

WHITE BEAR LAKE SHORTEST MARATHON

When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 Where: Starts at Bald Eagle Ave. between 2nd and 3rd Streets, White Bear Lake Details: One block run/walk beneﬁts the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf. $35 donation/adult; $15/ child under 12 includes treats, water, coffee, and a t-shirt. Come alone or organize a team. Contact: 651-429-5561 or whitebearfoodshelf. org

TRIAD SENIOR PICNIC

When: Noon Saturday, Sept. 24 Where: Podvin Park, 1700 9th St., White Bear Lake Details: Free food and opportunity to meet local law enforcement personnel, Mayor Emerson and city council members. Contact: 651-407-5322

NATURE KNOW-HOW SERIES: BE GREENER & CLEANER

When: 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township Details: Participants will leave this class with a variety of green cleaning recipes as well as three samples to try at home. Contact: 651-407-5350 or parks.co.ramsey. mn.us/tamarack

DID YOUR ANCESTORS HAVE THEIR DAY IN COURT?

When: 6-7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26 Where: White Bear Lake Library, 2150 Second St. Details: Genealogist Tom Rice will discuss the evolution of the courts system over time, type of records that were kept, where to ﬁ nd them and how to use them in genealogical research. Free. Contact: 651-407-5327

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WBAEFS MONTHLY COFFEE AND TOUR

When: 9-10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27 (and the 4th Tuesday of each month) Where: White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf, 1884 Whitaker St., White Bear Lake Details: Enjoy coffee while learning about the programs offered by the food shelf. Contact: RSVP to Andrea@ whitebearfoodshelf.org

LUNCH AND TABLE GAMES

When: Noon Wednesday, Sept. 28 Where: Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 3676 Centerville Rd., Vadnais Heights Details: Seniors can play games with friends and enjoy coffee and dessert. Contact: 651-204-6000; cityvadnaisheights.com

MAHTOMEDI HOMECOMING AND PARADE

When: Friday, Sept. 30 Where: Parade at 4:45 p.m., from Wildwood Elementary to Mahtomedi High School Details: Celebrate Mahtomedi Schools with a parade prior to football game, Zephyrs vs. Park. Open to the community. Contact: www. mahtomedi.k12.mn.us

WHITE BEAR LAKE FALL CLEAN-UP

When: 7 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 1 Where: 4200 Hoffman Rd., west side Highway 61/White Bear Ave. intersection Details: Dropoff unwanted items such as appliances, furniture, ﬂuorescent bulbs and tires. Check City’s website for list of acceptable items and fees. Proof of residency required. Contact: www. whitebearlake.org

DROP-IN DISCOVERY STATIONS: REPS & PHIBS

When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Oct. 1 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township Details: Free, familyfriendly drop-in style programs feature a range of nature topics, including up-close visits with live animals. No registration required. Contact: 651-407-5350 or parks.co.ramsey. mn.us/tamarack

MATOSKAFEST

When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 Where: Matoska Elementary School2530 Spruce Pl., White Bear Lake

White Bear Area Historic House Tour

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WHEN: Noon-6 p.m. Sunday,

of event at WBL Armory; $20 WBLAHS members.

DETAILS: Tour 10 fabulous homes on and around White Bear Lake. Tickets $25 in advance; $30 day

CONTACT: 651-407-5327 or www. whitebearhistory.org

Sept. 25

Details: Food, pumpkin bowling, face painting, sports activities, bounce houses, cream pie smash, haunted house, silent auction, rafﬂe and more. 3K Color Run at 10 a.m.

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB

When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 4 Where: Village Sports Bar, 3600 Hoffman Rd., White Bear Lake Details: Hike through local neighborhoods is appx. 3 miles and lasts about an hour. Contact: 651-426-8593 or stpaulhike.org

MINDFULNESS CLASS

When: 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 4-Nov. 15 Where: Northeast Youth & Family Services, 1280 N. Birch Lake Rd., White Bear Lake Details: Five-session class on mindfulness: a state of active, open attention on the present that can reduce anxiety, increase focus and improve relationships with yourself and the people around you. $50; registration required. Contact: 651-429-8544 or nyfs.org

TASTE OF NORTHEAST

When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6 Where: Vadnais Heights Commons, 655 E. County Rd. F Details: Enjoy sweet and savory treats, live music, and silent auction to beneﬁt and celebrate Northeast Youth & Family Services 40th year of service to the community. Tickets $30 in advance or $40 at the door. Contact: 651-379-3422 or nyfs.org

BUCKTHORN BRIGADE

When: 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Oct, 6 & 15, Nov. 1 & 12 Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township Details: Learn how to identify, control and dispose of buckthorn. For ages 8+, registration required. Contact: 651-407-5350 or parks.co.ramsey. mn.us/tamarack

WHITE BEAR LAKE HOMECOMING PARADE

When: Friday, Oct. 7 Where: Parade begins around 3 p.m. in Downtown White Bear Lake, followed by football game at WBLAHS South Campus Contact: www. whitebear.k12.mn.us

PUNKINMANIA

When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 Where: Triangle Park, Mahtomedi Details: Past event included pumpkins for sale, inﬂatables, petting zoo, games for kids, bake sale, and much more. Sponsored by the Wildwood Lions Club and Kramer-Berg American Legion Post 507. Contact: www. wildwoodlionsclub.org

BEARPOWER HOMECOMING RUN/ WALK

When: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 Where: White Bear Lake Area High School South Campus, 3551 McKnight Rd. Details: Walk/ run for community members of all ages and abilities includes 6.24K (3.87 miles) and/ or 1 mile courses. First 500 registrants receive a knit headwarmer.

Free, but registration required. Contact: whitebear. feepay.com

Music ST. PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

When: 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 Where: St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi Details: Masters of the German Baroque with Jonathan Cohen. Contact: 651-291-1144 or thespco.org

VALLEE DE CROIX FALL FESTIVAL

When: 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 Where: Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 1616 Olive St., Stillwater Details: Performance by the 4-part women’s chorus, basket rafﬂe, silent auction, coffee and dessert. $5. Contact: valleedecroix .org

Theater SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE FINAL ADVENTURE

When: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, through September 25 Where: Lakeshore Players, 4820 Stewart Ave., White Bear Lake Details: The world’s greatest detective and his trusted companion try to crack one last case against his ultimate adversary. Tickets $25/ regular; $23/seniors; $20/student. Contact: 651-429-5674 or lakeshoreplayers.org

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Victoria St. N. Details: Free seminar offered by HealthEast Orthopaedics and surgeon Dr. Kristoffer Breien, about managing joint pain and treatment options involving the hip and knee. Light snacks provided. RSVP. Contact: 651-2326074 or healtheast.org/ orthorsvp

WHITE BEAR / VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS

24 Where: Running Aces Casino & Racetrack, Details: Over 1,000 cars, trucks and motorcycles will cruise on a 50 mile ride through Anoka and Washington counties. All proceeds from the cruise will benefit Tribute to the Troops, and programs that help with educational costs for children who have OKTOBERFEST lost a parent serving AT THE GASTHAUS When: 5-11 p.m. Friday in the military. After& Saturday, Noon-6 p.m. party includes live music, vendors, kid’s Sunday, Sept. 23-25 areas, raffles, displays, Where: Gasthaus contests, a swap meet Bavarian Hunter and prizes. $15 preRestaurant, 8390 Lofton register/$20 day of the Ave. Stillwater event; spectators free. Details: Festival tent, Contact: 651-925-4600 German food, beer and or runaces.com oompah music by Artie Schafer Band from 6 SUBMITTED to 11 p.m. Must be 21. RETRO FILM SERIES Sundays: family days When: Noon Sunday, with face painting and Sept. 25; 7 p.m. Monday, live music. Sept. 26 and Wednesday, Contact: www.gast Sept. 28 Every boy who signs up for Cub WHEN: 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22 hausbavarianhunter. Where: Marcus Scouts will receive a cape and a com or 651-439-7128 Oakdale Cinema specially decorated Frisbee that WHERE: All local elementary Details: See ‘Top Gun’ can be used at fall “superhero schools for $5. Rated PG. training camps” held in October. TOUR DE HUGO Contact: DETAILS: Opportunity for boys When: Rides begin at 7 marcustheatres.com/ in grades K-5 to join Cub Scouts. a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 CONTACT: HeroScouts.org marcus-specials/ Where: Lions Park, marcus-fi lm-series/ 5524 Upper 146th St., Spielberg-retro-series Hugo Details: Choice of bike rides includes various starting Oct. 5 Where: Washington BLUEGRASS AND scenic routes and 6, Where: Pine Tree ApAve. and 4th St., downLEMONADE IN THE 20, 35, 50 or 70-mile ple Orchard, 450 Apple SHADE town White Bear Lake distances throughout the Details: Produce in‘FORM AND FUNCTION’ Orchard Rd, Dellwood When: 2-4 p.m. Hugo area. Kids party Details: Maze takes cludes organic produce, OPENING RECEPTION Sunday, Sept. 25 an average of 30 minutes natural meats and chees- 9:30 a.m.-noon; After Where: When: 6:30-8:30 p.m. party 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and guests must enter by es, honey, syrup, baked Gammelgarden Thursday, Sept. 22 Contact: www.ci.hugo. Museum, 20880 Olinda 4 p.m. goods, plants and flowers Where: White Bear mn.us Contact: 651-429-7202 sold by more than 50 Trail, Scandia Center for the Arts, 4971 or www.pinetreeapple vendors. Details: Enjoy Long Ave. orchard.com Contact: 651-747-3650; bluegrass music and free Details: Opening STILLWATER www.whitebearlake.org lemonade. For all ages. reception for exhibit feaFLEA MARKET Contact: 651-433-5053 turing 13 award-winning MAHTOMEDI When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. ceramic artists. Exhibit FARMERS MARKET Saturdays and Sundays, or gammelgarden NEIGHBORHOODS museum.org runs through Oct. 20. Sept. 24-25 When: 8 a.m.-noon Contact: 651-407-0597 Where: Washington Saturdays NEARBY or whitebeararts.org County Fairgrounds, Where: Triangle Park, CHURCH OF ST. PETER 12300 40th St. N., Lake Mahtomedi FALL FESTIVAL Elmo Details: Features local FALL HISTORY DINNER JIMMY LONGORIA: When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Details: Free outdoor BUILDING COMMUNITY growers, producers, and Sept. 30; 4-9 p.m. SaturWhen: 5:30 p.m. flea and crafter’s market. day, Oct. 1; and 9 a.m.-3 THROUGH ART PUBLIC local artisans, through Thursday, Sept. 22 Contact: 715-557-1785 RECEPTION September 24. p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2 Where: Water Street or rsgdevelopment.com/ Contact: mahtomarket Inn, 101 Water St. S., Details: Bingo on When: 1:30-4:30 fleamarket @gmail.com Friday night; Polka Mass Stillwater Sunday, Sept. 25 with music by Nathan’s Where: White Bear Details: Program Old Time Band at 4 p.m. Unitarian Universalist features Frank White, VADNAIS HEIGHTS SPIRIT OF THE ST. Saturday, followed by Church, 328 Maple St., FARMERS MARKET CROIX ART FESTIVAL author of ‘They Played broasted chicken dinner, Mahtomedi for the Love of the Game’, When: 2-6 p.m. When: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Details: Meet Chicano Wednesdays through a history of Minnesota’s Saturday, Sept. 24; 10 a.m.- games, boutique, auction and bake sale. All-youartist Jimmy Longoria. black baseball players Sept. 28 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 can eat-pancakes Sunday Exhibit runs through Where: Behind Helene from the 1870’s to the Where: Lakefront Nov. 9. Houle Medical Building, 1960’s. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Park, downtown Hudson. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact: churchof Contact: 651-353-2673 County Rd. E and Labore followed by business meetDetails: Free. More stpeternsp.org or whitebearunitarian. ing at 7:30. Open to the Rd. than 65 juried artists, org public. $20/WCHS memDetails: Locally entertainment, food bers; $25/nonmembers. grown produce, flowers, vendors and more. FALL COLORS FINE ART Reservations required. jams, jellies and baked Contact: 715-386-8411 AND MUSIC FESTIVAL goods. or www.thephipps.org/ Contact: 651-439-5956 When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: cityvadnais events/art-fair or wchsmn.org Saturday, Oct. 1, and heights.com 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2 CORN MAZE JOINT PAIN SEMINAR 8TH ANNUAL Where: Lowell Park, CRUISE FOR TROOPS When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. WHITE BEAR LAKE When: 6-7:30 p.m. 201 Water St., downtown Saturdays and Sundays, FARMERS MARKET Thursday, Sept. 22 When: Cruise from Stillwater Sept. 24-Oct. 23; also 1-4 Where: Shoreview noon-2 p.m., after-party When: 8 a.m.-noon Details: Juried p.m. Wednesday-Friday Community Center, 4580 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. Fridays through Oct. 28

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WILD MOUNTAIN SKI/SNOWBOARD EQUIPMENT SWAP AND OPEN HOUSE

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 1 and 2 Where: Wild Mountain Ski & Snowboard Area, Taylors Falls Details: Buy and sell new and used ski and snowboard equipment. DiscountedAlpine Slides & Go-Karts 11a.m.-5p.m. & FreeFall XP noon4p.m., or free for all 2016/2017 season pass holders. See website for details. Contact: www. wildmountain.com

NOOKS & CRANNIES TOUR

When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2 Where: Washington County Historic Courthouse, 101 Pine St. W., Stillwater Details: Visit the areas typically closed to the public including the basement, sheriff’s residence, 1870 jail and dome. Refreshments, video, photos. Contact: 651-275-7075 or www.co.washington. mn.us

WARNER NATURE CENTER FALL COLOR BLAST

When: 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2 Where: Warner Nature Center, 15375 Norell Ave. N., Marine On St. Croix Details: Families can celebrate the fall colors and hike the trails, paddle the lakes, and ride on the solar-powered pontoon boat. Meet captive raptors up close, visit the bee yard/apiary and attend a live bird banding demo. Includes treats and kids crafts. Contact: 651-433-2427

PADDLEBOAT TOUR

When: 12:30-2 p.m. and 3:30-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 Where: St. Croix Boat & Packet, Stillwater Details: Public paddleboat tours allow area residents and visitors to view St. Croix Crossing construction close-up. Tickets $10/ adults; $6/children 4-12. Reservations required. Contact: stillwater riverboats.com

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OBITUARY NOTICES

Helen Ann Hall

William C. Jackson

February 17, 1943 – August 30, 2016 Helen Ann Hall passed away Tuesday, Aug 30, 2016 at the age of 73 due to complications of Alzheimer’s. Helen was born in Brainerd, but spent most of her life in White Bear Lake, where her parents, Lois and Harold Hall, owned Hall Pharmacy. After graduating from White Bear Lake H.S., she went on to earn an education degree from the College of St. Benedict. Helen married Terry T. Fisher in 1967 and spent a few years teaching elementary school before becoming a devoted full-time mom to her two children, Michael and Shannon. Her love of her children and of animals was evident throughout her life, and her kind and gentle nature touched many. It is with great sorrow that we say our second goodbye to Helen (the first goodbye came with her advanced Alzheimer’s), but take comfort in knowing that she is in a better place. Helen is survived by Terry Fisher; children, Michael (Christina) Fisher and Shannon (Shayne) Andersen; grandsons, Max Ole Andersen (son of Shannon) and Nathan Merckx Fisher (son of Michael); as well as her sister, Mary Swann and brother, James Hall. Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to Mass on Friday, Sept. 23 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, 4741 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake, with graveside service immediately following. Many thanks to the Alton Memory Care for providing loving care for Helen during her final years.

John H. Marcotte

Age 69 of Hugo passed away Sept. 11, 2016. Preceded in death by his Parents, William & Mabel, Brother, Bruce. Survived by loving wife, Mary of 46 years; Children, Justin and Gayl; Grandchildren, Natalie and Kennedy; Brother, Robert (Judy); Sister, Judy (John); Nephews, John, Jason, Nick & Kyle; Nieces, Cindy, Kim & Cassie. Funeral Services Friday, Sept. 30 at Eagle Brook Church, 7775 20th Ave. N, Lino Lakes, MN. Visitation 1 p.m., Service 2 p.m. Memorials preferred.

John H. Marcotte, 87, of White Bear Lake Passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2016 surrounded by his family. Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather Preceded in death by his loving wife Shirley of 62 years. Survived by his five children: Debbie (Tom), Sue (Gary), Nancy, David (Jaye), Joe (Michelle); grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all of his family.

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Thomas “Tom” Casselman Thomas "Tom" Casselman, 67, of White Bear Lake, died Sept. 7. A celebration of Tom's life was held Sept. 14 at The Station Event Center in White Bear Lake.

Joan Ericson Joan Ericson, 82, of Vadnais Heights, died Sept. 10. Mass of Christian Burial was Sept. 15 at Presentation of the Blessed Vigin Mary Church in Maplewood. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Mary Elizabeth (Niemczyk) Mueller Mary Elizabeth (Niemczyk) Mueller, 90, of White Bear Lake, died Sept. 9. Mass of Christian Burial was Sept. 16 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in White Bear Lake. Private interment.

Geraldine Ruth Twedt Geraldine Ruth Twedt, 84, of White Bear Lake, died Sept. 12. Service of remembrance was Sept. 16 at Wulff Woodbury Funeral Home.

LOOKING BACK Week of September 18 – September 24, 2016 Culled from the archives of the White Bear Press at the resource library of the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society. 1916 At a meeting of White Bear bowlers last Monday evening it was decided to have an eight club league this winter. 1941 The regular weekly 500 parties will begin at the Beach Tavern at White Bear Beach Monday evening, September 29th. Mrs. Johnson invites everyone to attend….Mrs. F. W. Jantzen has rented her house at 809 Lake avenue to some of the local high school teachers and she has moved to St. Paul for a short time before leaving for the west coast…First Church of Christ, Scientist, has just completed two big improvements in their church plant. First, the commodious reading room on the west side of the main building has practically been completed. Another major improvement is a Hammond electric organ, costing $1,700. It is wide range, purity of tone and perfect control, Miss Helen Fillebrown presides. 1966 Jeffrey Allen is the second son born to Gerald Brown and his wife, Kathleen, of 1567 E. County Road E, White Bear Lake, arriving at St. John’s Hospital on September 3. Jeffrey tipped the scale at eight pounds, 13 ounces. Jeffrey is the twenty-second grandchild for Henry Hoffman, Hoffman’s Corners. 1991 Salute to a community leader – Carroll

Mattlin, who has resided on Bald Eagle Lake in White Bear Township all his life, chairs the Depot Restoration Committee. Carroll is a railroad buff and used to own a Rainier railroad car which is now on display at the Lake Superior Museum. 2006 When Roy Larson was teaching, his students often didn’t have much time to work on their art projects. He will be remembered for his enthusiasm, said Frank Zeller, who worked with Larson as an art specialist at the White Bear Lake school district’s elementary schools. Often that enthusiasm would keep Larson talking until the class was almost over. People felt good after speaking with him and just being around him. He put a smile on a lot of faces. Larson died September 7th, services were held on September 16th. Looking Forward to Our Past - Upcoming Historical Society Programs & Events White Bear Area Historic House Tour 2016 Sunday, September 25, 2016 Noon-6pm The White Bear Lake Area Historical Society along with Signature Sponsor, Grandma’s Bakery and Supporting Sponsors Press Publications and NewStudio Architecture present The White Bear Area Historic House Tour 2016! Now in our tenth year, it will be one you won’t want to miss! Tour 10 fantastic sites on and around White Bear Lake including grand estates, quaint cottages and beautiful lake homes. Your ticket booklet will contain maps and information about each of the stops. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to tour these wonderful locations!

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1. Girl Scout Troop 56968 installed a Little Free Library at Vadnais Heights Elementary School Aug. 29. The installation was in partnership with White Bear Lake Women of Today. Take a book or leave a book. — Angie Dreher 2. Leo Hauer selects the letter that matches the one shown him by a Century College nurse volunteer during the vision testing portion of early childhood screening Sept. 6. Leo was among nearly 50 preschoolers participating in the Mahtomedi screening. — Cathy Wyland 3. The White Bear Lake “Mystery Sign Bandit”, Banksy’s brother, struck again outside the White Bear Lake Police Department. The department posted a photo of the sign on its Facebook page with the note: “We are honored!” — Sara Marie Moore 4. Press meteorologist Frank Watson and Tom Grun play pickleball on the courts behind Central Middle School. The community education-sponsored program draws players from White Bear Lake, Vadnais Heights and Hugo. — Debra Neutkens

5. Rain? What rain? Rain was coming down so hard in the second half of White Bear Lake’s football game against East Ridge on Friday that referees ended the game late in the third period, and many fans were headed for the exits, but the Bears student gallery wasn’t going to let a little rain (and the team being 31 points behind) stop therm from having a good time, as they ramped up their school spirit and youthful exuberance. — Bruce Strand 6. The White Bear Lake Area High School class of 1954 celebrated their 80th birthday with a reunion luncheon at the White Bear Country Inn on Thursday, September 15, 2016. Of the class of 130, 60 percent are still alive, 30 percent of those alive were in attendance. — Submitted

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Pollinator friendly communities At right: Minnesota State Auditor Rebecca Otto, front row right, presented 10 Community Pollinator awards to communities from around the metro area, including White Bear Lake, represented by Mayor Jo Emerson, front row left and Washington County, represented by Commissioner Fran Miron, top row, second from right, during a presentation inside the barn at Kissing Birch Farm in Stillwater Township during the PolliNATION 2016 event organized by the Pollinator Friendly Alliance Sunday, Sept. 11.

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MAHTOMEDI SPORTS CAPSULES Football squad is 3-0

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Mahtomedi football is 3-0 and ranked No. 4 in Class 5A after blistering Henry Sibley 63-28 last Friday. T.J. Tumbleson scored on runs of 48, one and two yards; Jalen Frye reached paydirt on runs of 10, 21 and 58 yards; Anthony Praml hit Andy Voyen for a 64-yard score; and Joe Praml had a two-yard TD run. The Zephyrs play at Hill-Murray next Friday.

In cross country, the Zephyr girls placed second and the boys fifth, with Henry Sibley winning both, among eight teams in the Metro East Preview at St. Croix Bluffs. Melanie Pankow led the girls in sixth place. Lily Engebretson was seventh, Cali McGauley 12th, Eva Farrell 17th and Emma Mendez 20th. Ben Lundsten placed 23rd for the boys, Joe Moore 27th, Jarrod Schad 29th, Evan Lawrence 35th and Kellen Taylor 38th.

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Running back Jalen Frye goes airborne while scoring one of three touchdowns Sept. 16 against Henry Sibley.

Mahtomedi boys soccer (4-2-2) lost to St. Paul Como Park 4-0, beat Simley 1-0 with Nolan Pratumwon scoring, and lost to St. Paul Harding 1-0. Mahtomedi girls soccer (4-4) drubbed Simley 5-0 with Finna Meixner pumping in three goals and beat South St. Paul 2-0 .

Volleyball win Mahtomedi volleyball (5-1) downed White Bear Lake 25-11, 25-11, 25-18 and South St. Paul 25-16, 25-15, 22-25, 25-13 last week. Bruce Strand

Bears blanked by East Ridge in game stopped by rain BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

White Bear Lake could not stop East Ridge’s ground game and neither team could stop the rain Friday evening as the Bears lost to the Raptors 31-0. Heavy rain started during the second half kickoff and the game was halted with 5:51 left in the third period. Bear quarterback Tristin Dacus completed eight of 12 passes for 89 yards, with Blake Charles catching four for 50 yards. Jessiah Majest rushed 19 times for 89 yards. For East Ridge (2-1), Gophers’ recruit Dominik London blasted for three touchdowns and Grant Ryerse boomed a 52-yard field goal. The Bears (0-3) will play at Cretin-Derham Hall (3-0) next Friday.

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Wide Receiver #82 Charlie Wactler makes a catch.

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Jessiah Majest ran into a wall on this play but gained 89 yards in the game.

Runners place high at Lakeville BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

In cross country, the White Bear Lake girls placed fifth and the boys placed sixth among 19 teams at the Apple Jack Invitational in Lakeville. Madeline Berkerke led the girls in fifth place. Keely Nistler placed 13th, Margaret Blanding 23rd, Alexandra Weinberger 39th and Olivia Schwintek 48th. Ben Vanderbosch led the Bear boys in 13th place. Jace Bartz placed 17th, Ron Benjamin 40th, Samuel Racine 42nd, and Tryg Holberg 47th. Minnetonka boys and Shakopee girls placed first.

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Swimmers lose to Mounds View

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The Bear swimmers lost to Mounds View 94-84, their first setback after two dual meet wins. Placing first were Grace Johnson (50 freestyle) and Bailey Letourneau (individual medley). Placing second were Kayla Mulder (diving), Johnson (100 freestyle), and Madison Beck (500 freestyle).

White Bear Lake boys soccer (0-5-2) lost to Minneapolis Southwest 1-0, then tied Duluth East 4-4. The Bears had scored just one goal before getting four against the Greyhounds. The Bear girls are 4-5 after losing to Stillwater 4-1 and Burnsville 4-0.

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Bears wide receiver #81 Junior Charles Blake makes the catch and runs for a first down in the 2nd quarter.

Jalen Frye, a junior running back for the Zephyrs, scored three touchdowns as Mahtomedi powered its way past Henry Sibley 63-28. He scored on touchdown runs of 58, 21 and 10 yards as his team went to 3-0 and a fourthplace ranking in Class 5A. The Zephyrs play at Hill-Murray Friday.

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Mahtomedi netters ranked No. 3 Mahtomedi tennis, coming off two straight third-place finishes at state, and four consecutive state trips, is 8-2 ranked No. 3 in Class AA. Zephyr losses have been against No. 1 St. Cloud Tech and No. 7 Minnetonka, both by 4-3. They have beaten No. 10 ranked Elk River 4-3 and Class 1A’s top-ranked Blake 4-3. The Zephyr lineup includes seniors Maggie Riemann, Erin Hoffman, and Emily Cooper; juniors Olivia Paradise, Anna Stutz, Lexi Harrod, Emily Fraser, Grace Riermann, and Isabella Birkeland; freshman Sarah Hoffman; and 8th-grader Lauren Splett.

Chuck, Gary, Jeanne and Stephanie Orr. Stephanie is the daughter of Gene and Kathy Johnson.

Louella, Joe and Jan Merten. Louella was named Outstanding Volunteer Senior for Washington County.

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Emily Fraser won at No. 1 singles for Mahtomedi to cap a 7-0 win over Mounds Park Academy.

The Minnesota Newspaper Museum is a living-history newspaper office, representing a 1930s weekly newspaper. Nearly 70 volunteers run the museum for as many as 30,000 visitors during the State Fair. It features demonstrations of historic letterpress equipment and two working linotype machines. For 29 years, volunteers have used the old-fashioned equipment to turn out a publication called The Maynard News.

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: Half Acre House 2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 1967 Garden Lane White Bear Lake, MN 55110 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. rachel marie photographie LLC 1967 Garden Lane White Bear Lake, MN 55110 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: September 8, 2016 Signed: Ethan Cook Published two times in the White Bear Press: September 21 and 28, 2016.

STATE OF MINNESOTA DISTRICT COURT COUNTY RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT FILE NO. P.S. 62-CV-16-1826 SUPPLEMENTAL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE In the Matter of the Petition of HSBC Bank USA, National Association, as Trustee for Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors, Inc., Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, MANA Series 2007-OAR2 In Relation to Certificate of Title No. 501303 issued for land in the County of Ramsey and State of Minnesota legally described as: The Easterly 2 feet of Lot 11, Block 13, Scenic Hills No. 2. Lot 12, Block 13, Scenic Hills No. 2 TO ALL PARTIES WITH AN INTEREST IN THIS REAL ESTATE, PARTICULARLY: Parties to be served: Fong Vang, Dia Her, The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the Certificateholders of CWHEQ, Inc., Home Equity Loan Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2007-S1 and all occupants of the subject premises. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that unless you appear before this Court on the 12th day of October, 2016, at 2:00 p.m. in Room 170 Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 West Kellogg Boulevard., St. Paul, Minnesota, to make a valid objection, the Court will enter the following Order: That the Registrar of Titles of Ramsey County, upon the filing of a certi-

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STATE OF MINNESOTA DISTRICT COURT COUNTY RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT FILE NO. P.S. 62-CV-16-2134 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE

Gene Johnson, publisher emeritus, poses with Loretta Harding of Mahtomedi. Loretta is a contributing writer for Press Publications.

In the Matter of the Petition of Federal National Mortgage Association In Relation to Certificate of Title No. 194127 issued for land in the County of Ramsey and State of Minnesota legally described as: Lot 9, Block 7, Butterfield Syndicate Addition No. 1 TO ALL PARTIES WITH AN INTEREST IN THIS REAL ESTATE, PARTICULARLY: Parties to be served: The Unknown Heirs of Floyd C. Barr, United States of America, and all occupants of the subject property. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that unless you appear before this Court on the November 23, 2016, at 2:00PM in Room 170 Ramsey County Government Center, 15 W. Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55102, to make a valid objection, the Court will enter the following Order: That the Registrar of Titles of Ramsey County, upon the filing of a certified copy of this Order, Court File No. 62-CV-16-2134, cancel Certificate of Title No. 194127 and enter a new certificate for the land therein described in favor of Federal National Mortgage Association, free of all the memorials now appearing on said cancelled certificate up to and including Doc. No. 2532857 and free of the memorial of this Order, and carry forward the memorial of Doc. No. 410710. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that this Order be served: (a) at least 10 days prior to such hearing upon all of the above named parties residing in this State in the manner provided by law for the service of a Summons in a Civil action; (b) at least 14 days prior to such hearing upon any of the above named parties not residing in this State by sending a copy of this Order by registered or certified mail, return receipt, to each of such parties at his/her post office address; (c) upon any of the above named parties who cannot be found by two weeks published notice and at least 14 days prior to the hearing by sending a copy of this Order by First Class mail to each of such parties at his/her last known address and at his/her address as stated on the Certificate of Titles if his/her address is so stated. (d) upon a dissolved, withdrawn, or revoked business entity governed by Minn. Stat., Chp. 302A, 303, 317A, 322A, 322B, or 323 in the manner provided by Minn. Stat. ¬ß5.25. (Note: return date on Order to Show Cause must be at least 30 days after date of mailing by the Secretary of State.) /s/ Shawn Bartsh Judge of the District Court Entry of this Order to Show Cause is recommended Wayne D. Anderson, Examiner of Titles /s/ Nathan A. Bissonette, Deputy Examiner of Titles SHAPIRO & ZIELKE, LLP Melissa L. B. Porter - 0337778 12550 West Frontage Road, Suite 200 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 831-4060 15-099163 Attendance is required only by those who wish to object to the entry of the above-described order. Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press: Sept. 21 and 28, 2016.

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NORTHEAST METRO 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA BOARD NOTES JUNE 7, 2016 The regular meeting of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 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 Brunnette at 6:02 p.m. Roll Call of Attendance Members present: Lodico-12 (arrived at 6:09 p.m.), Palmer-13, Lindblad-14, Erkel-15, Forsberg-16, Oksnevad-282 (via Skype for Business), Sager-621, Livingston-622, Newberg-624, Schwartz-832 (arrived at 6:05 p.m.), Brunnette-833, and Ptacek-834. Members absent: Azer-623 and Theisen-831. Also present: Connie S. Hayes, superintendent. Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as posted, limited discussion to the approved agenda, and accepted the list of items proposed for consent adoption. Board Calendar Dates • Thursday, June 9, 2016 – All Area Learning Center Graduation at 6:00 p.m. at East View Academy at Capitol View Center • Tuesday, June 14, 2016 – 916 Education Foundation 29th Annual Golf Tournament, Indian Hills Golf Club • Tuesday, June 21, 2016 – School Board work session at 4:00 p.m. • Thursday, June 30, 2016 – Special School Board meeting at 6:00 p.m. • Wednesday, August 3, 2016 – School Board regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Non-Agenda Items None. Member Schwartz arrived at this point in the meeting. Presentation: 2016-17 Preliminary Budget Kristine Carr, director of administrative services, presented budget recommendations for the 2016-17 school year. She noted that there has been no increase in the membership fee for seven years. Member Lodico arrived at this point in the meeting. The general operating budget of the district, outside of the construction projects, shows deficit spending of approximately $424,000 for the next school year. The fund balance will cover this deficit. Presentation: First Reading of Board Policies Superintendent Hayes noted that policy revisions are reviewed by cabinet members and legal counsel before coming to the school board. It was noted that the term “gender identity or expression” was used in appropriate policies. The school board held a first reading of the proposed revisions to the policies listed below: 102 Equal Educational Opportunity (revised) 206 Public Participation in School Board Meetings/Complaints about Persons at School Board Meetings and Data Privacy Considerations (revised) 208 Development, Adoption, and Implementation of Policies (revised) 401 Equal Employment Opportunity (revised) 402 Disability Nondiscrimination Policy (revised) 410 Family and Medical Leave Policy (revised) 413 Harassment and Violence (revised) 414 Mandated Reporting of Child Neglect or Physical or Sexual Abuse (revised) 416 Drug and Alcohol Testing (revised) 417 Chemical Use and Abuse (revised) 418 Drug-Free Workplace/Drug-Free School (revised) 420 Students and Employees with Sexually Transmitted Infections and Diseases and Certain Other Communicable Diseases and Infectious Conditions (revised) 506 Student Discipline (revised) 615 Basic Standards Testing, Accommodations, Modifications, for IEP, Section 504 Accommodation, and LEP Students (revised) 616 School District System Accountability (revised) 805 Waste Reduction and Recycling (revised) 807 Health & Safety Policy (annual review – no changes recommended) 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 Acknowledgment of Wire Transfer Report Personnel (Resignation, Employment, Leave of Absence, Transfer, Reassignment, Rescinded Non-Renewal, Non-Recall of Non-licensed Staff, Layoff) Donations Approval of Joint Purchasing Agreement FY 17 Intermediate District Tuition, Access Fee and Membership Rates The established rates for FY17 will be guaranteed rates for membership and Career and Technical programs. Other program tuition rates listed need to be set for purchasing EBD slots, for out-of-state students and general education students that attend these programs. Special education tuition for in-state students are no longer guaranteed rates set by our district, but rather are calculated by the State of Minnesota under the new tuition billing statute. Approved the district tuition rates for FY17 as presented. FY17 Preliminary Budget Approval Approved the preliminary 2016-17 operating budget for Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate District 916 as follows. Preliminary Preliminary Revenues Expenditures Career & Technical 01 Career & Technical $2,669,275 $2,946,513 04 Area Learning Center 4,335,631 4,112,927 Subtotal $7,004,906 $7,059,440 Special Education 02 Special Ed General $30,589,433 $30,589,433 30 Contract Srvs/Projects 7,164,776 6,900,798 Subtotal $37,754,209 $37,490,231 Post Secondary Education 03 Agency Fund $ $ 09 Career & Tech/SpEdStudClubs 51,174 51,174 10 Projects Federal 1,047,735 1,047,735 Subtotal $1,098,909 $1,098,909 Valley Crossing 41 VC-General $ $47,224 41 VC-Reserve for Capital 569,959 44 VC-Kdgn Plus Program 898 47 VC-Debt Redemption 117,661  49 VC-Student Clubs Subtotal $ $ 735,742 District-Wide 08 District-Wide General $9,357,296 $9,980,321 08 Reserve for Health & Safety 39,525 102,378 12 Food Service Fund 19,547 19,547 20 Internal Service Fund 171,650 119,745 26 27

Bldg Constr–KBEC, PEC Bldg Constr-KBEC Subtotal

GRAND TOTAL

1,351,450 $10,939,468

$25,300,000 4,459,958 $39,981,949

$56,797,492

$86,366,271

Approval of Food Service Agreements Northeast Metro 916 contracts with our member districts to provide food services to the students in our programs located across multiple member districts. Listed below is a list of food service agreements for the 2016-2017 school year needing approval. Approved food service agreements with the identiﬁed school districts for the 2016-17 school year as presented. Ratiﬁcation of 916 Federation of Teachers Contract A tentative settlement has been reached with the 916 Federation of Teachers, Local 3748. The contract is proposed for a two-year time frame. The

MSBA settlement percentage is 5.78%. Approved a new contract for the 916 Federation of Teachers Local 3748. The effective dates of the new contract are July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2017. Approval of Valley Crossing Community School Closing Documents Action is needed by the Northeast Metro 916 School Board to finalize the transition of Valley Crossing Community School. Approved all of the Valley Crossing Community School documents as presented: Joint Powers Dissolution Agreement, Ground Lease Termination Agreement, Lease-Purchase Termination Agreement, Sublease Termination Agreement, Assignment of Sublease Termination Agreement, Ground Lease Termination Agreement, Deed, and Bill of Sale. Establishment of Special School Board Meeting The purpose for this request is that the second bid opening for Capitol View Center will be on the same day of the board work session on June 21. Initially we had hoped to present the bids to the board at that meeting. However, Kraus-Anderson is now asking for more time to review the bids, fully vet the lowest bids and consider them before presenting them to the school board. Without a later date for approval by the school board, administration would need to ask for approval with the contingency to reject a bid and go to the next lowest bid. This would place us in an unknown zone for our total budget to present to you as it relates to accepting all the bids. Established a special school board meeting to consider the second set of bids for Capitol View Center on Thursday, June 30, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Bellaire School. Retirements (10+ Years) Accepted the resignation of Phyllis Lentsch, Education Assistant I, upon the occasion of her retirement, effective 6/08/16. Phyllis will have provided the school district with 35 years of service. Approval of Fund Transfer When the certificate of completion is finalized and presented to the trustee for the construction funds, any remaining funds are then transferred to the debt service fund and may then be applied towards the next debt service payment for the project. Approved the fund transfer of $23,536.63 from the Karner Blue Construction fund to the Debt Service fund. Board Forum The Board Forum provides School Board members an opportunity to share in written format items of interest and information from their home district—no items were presented. Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 6:35 p.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on September 21, 2016.

NORTHEAST METRO 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA BOARD NOTES JUNE 21, 2016 The work session of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Tuesday, June 21, 2016, at 5:30 p.m. at Bellaire School and the following business was transacted. Meeting Called to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Brunnette at 5:43 p.m. Roll Call of Attendance Members present: Lodico-12, Palmer-13, Forsberg-16, Oksnevad-282, Sager-621, Livingston-622, Newberg-624, Schwartz-832, Brunnette-833, and Ptacek-834. Members absent: Lindblad-14, Erkel-15, Azer-623 and Theisen-831. Also present: Connie S. Hayes, superintendent. Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as posted and limited discussion to the approved agenda. Presentation and Discussion Item: Understanding Equity for Institutional Change Phyllis Braxton, the district’s new Director of Equity, presented the topic: “Understanding Equity for Institutional Change: Applying An Intercultural Lens.” Highlights of her presentation and board discussion is summarized in the following: • Understanding culture is the foundation for all intercultural efforts. • To develop intercultural effectiveness, individuals need to pay attention to differences and made sense of them to build their own intercultural skills. • Cross-cultural competence is ranked as the #4 needed work skill for the future by the Institute for the Future for the University of Phoenix Research Institute. • The District will be using a intercultural competence as measured by the IDI and • We will focus on a developmental approach which meets individuals where they are and supports them in their growth of intercultural competence • Intercultural competence is deﬁned as the capacity to shift perspective and behavior based on commonalities and differences by experiencing cultures and individuals with greater levels of complexity • The continuum of growth includes: (a) Denial where individuals miss the differences; (b) Polarization where individuals judge differences; (c) Minimization where individuals de-emphasize differences; (d) Acceptance where individuals deeply understand difference; and (e) Adaptation where individuals bridge differences. Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on September 21, 2016.

NORTHEAST METRO 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA BOARD NOTES JUNE 30, 2016 The special meeting of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Thursday, June 30, 2016, 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 Vice Chair Forsberg at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call of Attendance Members present: Lodico-12, Palmer-13, Lindblad-14, Erkel-15, Forsberg-16, Oksnevad-282, Sager-621, Azer-623, Newberg-624, Schwartz-832, and Ptacek-834. Members absent: Livingston-622, Theisen-831, and Brunnette-833. Also present: Connie S. Hayes, superintendent. Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as posted and limited discussion to the approved agenda. Bid Award – Capitol View Center Project Sealed bids for bid packs 1 and 2 of the Capitol View Center project were received and opened on May 10 and June 28 respectively. Jon Kuenstling and Gary Benson, representing Kraus-Anderson Construction Company, were present to review the process and the bids for each of the work scope categories, along with their recommendations. Accepted the recommendations for BP-1 and BP-2 bid awards as presented from Kraus Anderson regarding the Capitol View Center project. Personnel - Resignation Accepted the resignation of Diane Koschak, Teacher, effective June 30, 2016. Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 6:18 p.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on September 21, 2016.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016 of the County Recorder, Ramsey County, Minnesota The mortgage was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: CitiBank, N.A., as Trustee for CMLTI Asset Trust Assignment dated: 12/16/2015 Assignment recorded: 02/10/2016 Assignment recording information: Doc#: A04594930 Assignee: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Assignment dated: 01/22/2016 Assignment recorded: 02/10/2016 Assignment recording information: Doc#: A04594931 All in the records of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota. TAX PARCEL I.D. NO.: 35.29.23.22.0123 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: LOT 9, BLOCK 2, UNIVERSITY VIEW ADDITION TO ST PAUL, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA Abstract Property STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 1073 Blair Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55104 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Ramsey LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: First National Bank of Arizona RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Fay Servicing LLC THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE $157,152.61 AS OF 08/17/2016. THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all pre-foreclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/or applicable statutes. Pursuant to the power of sale contained in said Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Ramsey, Minnesota at public auction as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: 10/05/2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Ramsey Sheriff’s Ofﬁce, 25 West 4th Street, Suite 150, Saint Paul, MN 55102 to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by said Mortgagor(s) or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is from the date of sale. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY:If the mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the mortgagor must vacate the mortgaged property by 11:59 p.m. on 04/05/2017, or the next business day if 04/05/2017 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: N THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS THAT MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: 08/17/2016 Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee Klatt, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen & Rastede, P.C., By Brian G. Sayer, Attorney for Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee 925 E 4th St., Waterloo, IA 50703 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published six times in the White Bear Press on August 17, 24, 31, September 7, 14 and 21, 2016.

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That Default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: 4/26/2005 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $132,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): Dennis W. Larson and Judy E. Larson, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: 5/4/2005 as Doc #3852986 in the Office of the County Recorder, Ramsey County, Minnesota The mortgage was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: Chase Home Finance LLC Assignment dated: 01/16/2007 Assignment recorded: 01/22/2007 Assignment recording information: Doc#: 4004511 Assignee: Caliber Home Loans, Inc. Assignment dated: 06/26/2013 Assignment recorded: 09/03/2013 Assignment recording information: Doc#: 4422022 All in the records of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota. TAX PARCEL I.D. NO.: 15.30.22.34.0026 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 13, Block 1, Brennan Addition, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in Ramsey County, State of Minnesota Abstract Property STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 1517 HWY 96 E, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Ramsey LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Caliber Home Loans THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE $166,384.70 AS OF 09/12/2016. THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all pre-foreclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/or applicable statutes. Pursuant to the power of sale contained in said Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the mortgaged premises will be sold by the Sheriff of Ramsey, Minnesota at public auction as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: 10/21/2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Ramsey Sheriff’s Office, 25 West 4th Street, Suite 150, Saint Paul, MN 55102 to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by said Mortgagor(s) or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is 6 Months from the date of sale. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the mortgagor must vacate the mortgaged property by 11:59 p.m. on 04/21/2017, or the next business day if 04/21/2016 falls on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None. THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS THAT MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: 09/14/2016 Caliber Home Loans, Inc, Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee Klatt, Augustine, Sayer, Treinen & Rastede, P.C., By Brian G. Sayer, Attorney for Mortgagee/Mortgage Assignee 925 E 4th St., Waterloo, IA 50703 THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published six times in the White Bear Press on September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 and 19, 2016.

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Cummins Foundation supports area food shelf Cummins NPower President Lance Arnett presented a check for $26,725 to the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf on behalf of the Cummins Foundation to increase access to healthy food for all neighbors in the White Bear area. What started as a simple call for help by food shelf coordinator John Enoch for a few volunteers from Cummins to move shelves and reorganize the warehouse, grew into a Six Sigma project for the company. The Cummins Foundation grant supported the work of Katie Roessler, a Six Sigma Black Belt, to update the food shelf warehouse to one that maximizes safety and efficiency. The warehouse is now complete with a first-in, first-out process, a roomy food sorting station for volunteers, rolling stairs, fans in the market area and more. Additionally, the grant provided new freezers and coolers to triple the food shelf’s capacity to accept and distribute food rescue products from local grocery stores. This includes ad-

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Lance Arnett, left, presented the check to food shelf representatives (from left) Andréa Kish-Bailey, Lindsey Andrews and Katie Roessler.

ditional meat, dairy and produce items, allowing healthier choices for food shelf clients. Cummins also sponsored the Community Roots Garden, which has harvested over 400 pounds of fresh veggies for families utilizing the food shelf. The garden sponsorship includes a shed that allows volunteers to tend to the garden on evenings and weekends when the food shelf is closed. The White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf

neighbors, volunteers, staff and members of the board are grateful for the support of Cummins and honored to work alongside the community to provide food and support to neighbors in need for nearly 40 years. To learn more about how you can support the work of the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf, visit www.whitebearfoodshelf.org. ELLEN MAAS | SUBMITTED

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Drug drop box now available

Unwanted, expired and unused medicine can now be properly disposed of in a new drop box at the White Bear Lake Public Safety Building. Open 24/7, the drop box is located in the lobby, 4701 Highway 61. Prescription and over-thecounter drugs should be kept in original containers for legal transport. Label loose medicines in a clear plastic bag and seal containers in clear 1-gallon or smaller plastic bags. Pet medicines, vitamins and supplements also accepted, along with IV bags, inhalers, creams and gels and blister packs. Not accepted are needles, syringes, lancets or used epinephrine pens. Medicines are not accepted from businesses, health care facilities, pharmacies or medical clinics. The Police Department and Ramsey County hope proper disposal prevents accidental poisoning or abuse and protects water resources. Medicines flushed down the drain or toilet can contaminate lakes, streams and groundwater. Municipal wastewater treatment plants and septic systems cannot remove medications from wastewater.

Research by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency confirms the presence of pharmaceuticals in state lakes and rivers. Further studies are being conducted to better understand how these chemicals affect fish and other organisms.

Digging In at TEDxMahtomedi

TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At TEDxMahtomedi 2016, live speakers, entertainment, and TED Talks videos will combine to spark deep discussion, inspiration and connection in a small group setting. What might we accomplish if we “dig a little deeper”? How might imagination and conviction combine to transform our community and our world? The event is 5-10 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17 at The Dugout in downtown Mahtomedi. Local speakers will present their ideas on topics including: Poetry’s Role in Saving the World; True Sustainability; Homelessness Among Us; Teen Sleep Deprivation; Being a Renaissance Person; Collective Philanthropy; Faith, Firearms and Civility; Planning for People, Not Cars; and Racial Equity. Tickets are on sale for $25. Visit http://www.tedxmahtomedi.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Sheriff's Office holds youth career night

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The new drug dropbox at the Public Safety Building.

The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office will hold an Explorers Information Night 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016 at the Sheriff's Water Patrol Office, 5 South Owasso Boulevard, Little Canada. The Law Enforcement Career Exploring Program is open to youth ages 14 through 20 with an interest in learning more about careers in public safety. Explorers help the Sheriff’s Office with community events, assist with certain activities, such as alcohol and tobacco compliance checks, and partner with the water patrol using boats and ATVs. Fifteen students on average attend the

RCSO Explorer Academy each year. For more information call 651-266-7315.

Senior program and lunch

Area seniors are invited to a program and luncheon at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church 11:30 to 1 p.m. in the Great Hall Tuesday, Sept. 27. The event will feature inspirational speaker Chaplain Carole Lundell. Cost is $10. Sign up for this event by contacting Lisa Grundtner at lgrundtner@staintandrews.org or 651-762-9117. The church is located at 900 Stillwater Road in Mahtomedi.

Fall Cleanup Day

The city of White Bear Lake is holding its Fall Cleanup Day 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at the old Public Works site, 4200 Hoffman Road. Acceptable items include air conditioners, appliances, batteries, bicycles, carpet, electronics, furniture, fluorescent bulbs, humidifiers, mattresses, TVs, tires and textiles. Unacceptable items include brush, motor oil, paint and other household hazardous waste. A fee will be charged based on size of type of load. Proof of residency required.

Senior Housing Awareness Day

A senior housing awareness day is planned 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 in White Bear Lake. Free buses will shuttle people from the White Bear Area Senior Center to 17 senior living communities in White Bear Lake, Vadnais Heights, North Oaks, Maplewood, Mahtomedi, Shoreview and Hugo. Participants are welcome to drive their own cars to the locations. No registration is needed and the event is free. There will also be a resource room and elder resource specialist available to answer questions at the Senior Center, 2484 East County Road F. For more information or a list of locations, call 651-653-3121. Transportation to and from the center is available by calling 651-653-3122.

Attention local artists

The White Bear Center for the Arts is calling for entries for its annual 2016 Members' Exhibition. The deadline to submit original 2-D and 3-D works is Friday, Oct. 14. Artists must be members as of that date. Limit is one piece per person. The show is Nov. 14 through Dec. 15 in the Ford Family Gallery with a public reception 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1. For entry form or to register, go to www.WhiteBearArts.org or call 651-407-0597. Entry fee is $25.

Explore a variety of topics this fall

Take advantage of upcoming offerings through Mahtomedi Community Education — explore, discover, enjoy. Essential Spanish starts Sept. 29; Inspiring Writing, Oct. 3; History of Presidential Elections, Oct. 4; Keeping the Cabin/Farm in the Family, Oct. 6; Prepare Your Own Will, Oct. 10; Sew a Rope Basket, Oct. 10 or Oct. 11; Essential Oils Made Simple, Oct. 11; and Log Cabin Quilt, three Wednesdays starting Oct. 12. Weekly Yoga and Zumba are underway, but new participants are welcome. Visit www.communityed. mahtomedi.k12.mn.us or call Kathy at 651-407-2018 for a brochure.

Dance for water

H2O for Life announced a new partnership with presenting sponsor, Kinetico Home Water Systems, for the seventh annual Water Ball 6 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday Oct. 8 at the Intercontinental Riverside Hotel in St. Paul. The event is H2O's for Life annual fundraiser for its service learning project, which helps U.S. students and teachers partner up with a school in the developing world in need of water, sanitation and hygiene education. Last year’s event raised $90,000, and this year’s goal is to raise $100,000 to help support programs that foster a sense of community, service, and concern for others among our children. Tickets will be sold until Friday, Oct. 7 and cost $100.

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2016 Bear Water Run

At right: Some of the hundreds of participants in the 2016 Bear Water Run make their way along the course circling the shoreline of White Bear Lake Saturday, Sept. 17. The annual 10 or 20 mile run is a fundraiser for the White Bear Lake Lions Club and is a popular warm-up with runners from around the metro area prior to the Twin Cities Marathon. 334 runners (163 men, 171 women) ﬁnished the 10 mile run with an average time of 3:15:12. 178 runners (74 men, 104 women) ﬁnished the 10 mile run with an average time of 1:38:09.

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At left and above: Members of the White Bear Lake Area High School Theater Department offer refreshments along with cheers and moral support, to passing runners during the Bear Water Run Saturday, Sept. 17. It was the fourth year students from the theater department volunteered for the event. The theme of their costumes this year was a gender role switch. Auditions have been held and the students are now practicing for the upcoming fall musical production of “Mary Poppins” in November.

WHITE BEAR AREA SENIOR HOUSING AWARENESS DAY SATURDAY • OCTOBER 1, 2016 • 1-5PM WHAT IS IT?

OWN HOME

WHITE BEAR LAKE

ASSISTED LIVING

The day will consist of open houses at 17 senior living communities in White Bear Lake, Vadnais Heights, North Oaks, Maplewood, Mahtomedi, Shoreview and Hugo. There will be FREE Bus shuttles, with accessible transportation provided by NewTrax, originating from the White Bear Area Senior Center along with a Senior Housing Options Resource Room and Orientation Events.

IS THERE A CHARGE TO ATTEND? FREE - Open Houses at all locations. Travel in your own vehicle or ride the bus. FREE Wheelchair accessible shuttle service will be provided by Newtrax to Open Houses.

INDEPENDENT LIVING

MEMORY CARE

WHERE WILL SHUTTLES GO? Shuttles will be stopping at each location every 20-30 minutes. Busses will be originating at the White Bear Area Senior Center, 2484 East County Road F, White Bear Lake. Transportation to and from the Senior Center is available upon request, 651-653-3122.

DO I NEED TO REGISTER?

CAMPUS COMMUNITY

LONG TERM CARE

EXPLORE WHITE BEAR AREA HOUSING OPTIONS

FREE - SENIOR LIVING OPEN HOUSES, RESOURCE ROOM AND ACCESSIBLE BUS SHUTTLE STARTING FROM THE WHITE BEAR AREA SENIOR CENTER EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF OCTOBER

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 651-653-3121

EVENT SPONSORS: INDEPENDENT LIVING SOLUTIONS • SENIOR CARE AUTHORITY - ST. PAUL METRO • LUNDGREN REALTY GROUP/LABELLE REAL ESTATE GROUP, INC. • THE WATERS • MAPLE HILL SENIOR LIVING

No registration needed.

WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING RELATED TO THIS EVENT? Also at the Senior Center: tour orientation sessions, Resource Room and Elder Resource Specialists available to answer your questions. Educational Events throughout the month of October (See Educational Events Flyer).

WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? Contact Tara Jebens-Singh, White Bear Area Senior Program 651-653-3126 tara.jebens-singh@isd624.org

WHERE ARE THE OPEN HOUSES? INDEPENDENT LIVING Ecumen Willow Wood (Not on bus tour) 3441 Willow Ave., White Bear Lake, MN Lake Square Apartments (Not on bus tour) 2250 6th St., White Bear Lake, MN Piccadilly Square 70 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi, MN Scandia Shores 418 Hwy. 96, Shoreview, MN Independent living Plus The Lodge of White Bear Lake 3666 E. County Line N., White Bear Lake, MN Walker Methodist Hazel Ridge 2730 Hazelwood St., Maplewood, MN CAMPUS COMMUNITY WITH INDEPENDENT LIVING, ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE Ecumen Seasons of Maplewood (Not on bus tour) 1970 Legacy Pkwy. E., Maplewood, MN Gable Pines 1260 E. Cty. Rd. E., Vadnais Heights, MN Keystone Place at LaValle Fields 14602 Finale Ave. N., Hugo, MN The Waters of White Bear Lake 3820 Hoffman Rd., White Bear Lake, MN Waverly Gardens 5919 Centerville Rd., North Oaks, MN CAMPUS COMMUNITY WITH ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE ONLY Coventry of Mahtomedi 720 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi, MN Maple Hill Senior Living 3030 Southlawn Dr., Maplewood, MN White Pine of White Bear Lake 1235 Gun Club Rd., White Bear Lake, MN MEMORY CARE ONLY Brookdale North Oaks 300 Village Center Dr., North Oaks, MN 55127 Gracewood Senior Living 5607 150th St. N., Hugo, MN New Perspective Senior Living - Lighthouse of Mahtomedi 113 East Ave., Mahtomedi, MN

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Local faces make up Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders BY SHANNON GRANHOLM STAFF WRITER

Many dancers dream that one day they will dance on a professional platform. For two local young women, that dream has come true as they cheer on the Minnesota Vikings in the new US Bank Stadium. This season's team has 42 members; 28 of them are dancers who perform on the field during the game and the other 14 are ambassadors who make appearances throughout the stadium during the game. All of the cheerleaders had to go through an intense monthlong tryout process before they were selected to carry the title of a Minnesota Viking Cheerleader (MVC). The fi rst part of the process is open auditions, where anyone can try out for the team. During the process, participants form groups of four and learn a routine and perform for judges. Some are then cut. The women who make it through this stage learn another routine, and the process continues until an ideal number of participants is reached. Then comes the training camp in which the future cheerleaders have to participate in an interview with representatives from the Vikings organization and a photo shoot, then a swim suit and black dress competition. The fi nal step in the process is a public performance at the Mall of America.

Leah, 22, Mahtomedi Leah started dancing when she was 3 years old. She was on the Mahtomedi High School danceline until she graduated in 2012. She then danced on the University of Minnesota dance team for four years until she graduated in May with a bachelor's degree in biology. “I wasn't ready to be done with dance. I was looking for something a little less competitive than college dancing. I wanted something that would push me to continue to better myself, and I thought that the

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Seven of the 42 Minnesota Vikings cheerleaders. There are 28 dancers who perform on the field during the game, and 14 ambassadors who make appearances around the stadium during the game.

Vikings would give me that, all the while allowing me to continue to do what I love,” Leah said. Leah's sister was also a cheerleader for the Minnesota Timberwolves for five years and is now a cheerleader for the Denver Broncos. Leah said her sister loved the NFL-style cheering, so she decided to try out. This is her fi rst year on the team. Leah explained it is not just about how MVCs portray themselves on the field, but off the field as well. “Being an MVC and embodying what it means to be a Vikings cheerleader really comes with what we do off the field and how we carry ourselves in our everyday lives,” she said. “It is about representing something that is bigger than yourself and always being sure to carry that in your mind whether you are going to the grocery store, stopping at a gas station or making an appearance in your uniform.” Leah noted that the team has girls from all walks of life. “It is cool because we have so many different people on the team that are from different areas. We have people who are still in school, we have nurses, teachers, entrepreneurs ... every array you could think of is represented.” Leah is currently searching for employment, targeting a marketing opportunity within the medical devices industry.

Day in the life of a MVC MVCs perform at all of the home games and practice two to three times a week. In addition to onehour workouts with Life Time Fitness trainers at practices, the cheerleaders also have to work out on their own time, but there are no strict requirements for how to do so. “It is just whatever you personally have to do to maintain your image so you look good in your uniform on game day,” Leah said. Another thing people might not realize is just how long a game day can be. The cheerleaders get to the stadium at 6 a.m. for a noon game. They have a full-team practice on the field before the game starts, (make) appearances in the tailgating lot or at various locations throughout the

stadium before the game starts, do a pre-game show, get ready for the game, do the whole game and some girls do appearances after the game, so it can be a long day. Like most part-time jobs, the MVCs clock in whenever they are working, including practices, appearances, team meetings, performances and committee work (public relations, junior cheer, fitness) as well as the games. In addition, they receive gym memberships, tanning, hair and skin care and cosmetics. MVCs are also provided with practice and performance attire, boots, poms, tights, beauty products and two season tickets. Editor’s note: The Minnesota Vikings do not release the last names of the cheerleaders for their protection.

Cassie, 25, Vadnais Heights

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This is Cassie’s first season as a Minnesota Vikings Cheerleader. Cassie, 25, of Vadnais Heights started dancing while she was in elementary school.

Cassie started dancing while she was in elementary school and danced on the Mounds View dance team “Viewettes” until she graduated in 2009. She then attended Century College where she graduated in 2010 as a licensed dental assistant. Before becoming a MVC, Cassie was a Minnesota Timberwolves dancer for one season and danced on Exisdanz, an international competitive team. “I auditioned for the MVC three times before I made the team,” Cassie said. “It is very competitive, but hard work and dedication pay off, and dreams do come true.” Her favorite part of the experience has been game day performances as well as meeting the other cheerleaders. She currently works as a dental assistant.

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This is Leah’s first season as a Minnesota Vikings Cheerleader. Leah, 22, of Mahtomedi started dancing at the age of three.

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Special Teams Charities, led by Jeff Loeks of White Bear Lake, is asking for toys this fall in its annual drive. Pictured from left, Ron Hawkins, White Bear Lake ďŹ reďŹ ghter/paramedic; Tracy Mlynarczyk, White Bear police officer; Natalie Cooper, ER technician, and Loeks. Donations can be dropped off by Oct. 1 in the lobby of the White Bear Lake Public Safety Building.

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â€œSpecial Teams Charities,â€? the group based out of White Bear Lake, is at it again. The organization that aims to support law enforcement, fi refi ghters, and EMS personnel is set to launch its annual fall event. Some of the group's previous fundraisers involved the three fi refi ghters who walked 150 miles from Duluth to White Bear to raise money to purchase an ATV for the fi re department, a â€œtoilet paper driveâ€? that fi lled a truck for the local food shelf, and a trip across the state last fall to thank 42 police departments for the job they do. On Oct. 1, Special Teams will continue its tradition by putting on an â€œEmergency Room Marathon.â€? They will be sending out teams throughout the Twin Cities to collect donations of new stuffed animals and toys for children who have unexpected trips to the emergency room (ER). Some members in Special Teams work on ambulances and in emergency rooms themselves. They say that â€œsomeâ€? emergency rooms get grants for toys, but it doesnâ€™t provide enough to last throughout

the year. Some ERs only get things that nurses have to purchase themselves. â€œAn item such as a stuffed animal can be a huge source of relief for a child undergoing a painful procedure,â€? says member Jeff Loeks. A former fi refi ghter with the White Bear Lake Department, Loeks recently resigned due to his heavy work schedule. He is an emergency room technician at Regions Hospital. Most hospitals ask for new items due to â€œinfection control,â€? but some will accept gently used items. They are also accepting items that people may make themselves, such as childrenâ€™s blankets and hats. Anyone who is interested in helping with the campaign should message Special Teams Charities on its Facebook page. While the organizers hope to receive most items on Oct. 1, Loeks said items will be gladly accepted prior to that date. Donations can be dropped off in the lobby of the White Bear Lake Public Safety Building. From press release

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New face(s) behind The Station BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

First off, Brian Johnson wants those patrons disappointed about live music going away at The Station Pub to know it wasn't financially viable from a business standpoint. Second, the new general manager/operating partner has big plans for the downtown restaurant, including a name change. At this point, the new name will likely be "Manitou Grill and Event Center," which picks up part of the restaurant's original name of Manitou Station. Opened in 2009, the business was rebranded in early 2015 when former proprietors Kate and Jake McKeague made extensive remodeling and menu changes. The McKeagues have since left the business and moved to Florida, leaving the restaurant in the capable hands of Johnson and principal owner Brian Farrell, who owns the building. Johnson has a family connection to Farrell, which is how the two met. Brian's brother Rich Farrell, of Dellwood, is married to Johnson's sister Brenda Farrell. The Press published a story about Brenda last year and the charitable group she founded called Will of Women. Johnson has an extensive resume in the food service business, including ownership

of a restaurant in Costa Rica. At 48, he's been working in or running restaurants almost half his life. His last job was managing a 32,000-square-foot sports bar/adult arcade called Dave & Buster's in Maple Grove and before that, Johnson worked six years for Parasole, the company that owns Manny's Steakhouse, Pittsburgh Blue, Salut, Burger Jones, Libertine and W Hotel bars in downtown Minneapolis. Farrell brought Johnson in because he knows the business. "It was an opportunity to be part owner, and that was exciting," Johnson said. "And it's only 10 minutes from my house." That's a huge convenience, too, for the Mahtomedi resident who helps coach his children's soccer and lacrosse teams and then returns to work. He and wife Shannon moved to Mahtomedi eight years ago with their two children, Taylor, 9, and Jackson, 11. Shannon happens to be a server/bartender at Washington Square, which doesn't bother Johnson. Food plans for the restaurant will center on steaks, chops and seafood in what Johnson describes as "modern American casual." The 140-seat dining area will be remodeled to make it more intimate by dividing the room with a bank of booths, which will also serve a dual purpose of noise reduction. Top

shelves behind the mahogany bar will be stocked with an expanded selection of brown liquor, bourbons in particular, and the beverage menu will offer creative martinis and quality wines from the western hemisphere. A critical part of the mix is new executive chef Andrew Benney. Johnson lured him from Pittsburgh Blue in Maple Grove to take on the new menu. "It's a great opportunity for Andrew to stamp his name on his own restaurant," Johnson said. "We've been doing that for other people for a long time." Benney, a product of the Culinary School at the Arts Institute in Minneapolis, has also served as personal chef for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald the past two summers. Asked about the football player's culinary tastes, Benney said Fitzgerald has a weakness for DQ but is disciplined when it comes to his diet offseason. "He maintains a strict high-protein diet and especially loves grilled fish," Benney said. "He's easy to cook for; he's not a fussy eater." Change will happen in earnest around Nov. 1 after the weddings season slows in the upstairs event center. "Weddings are a big part of our business, and we don't want to disrupt those events," Johnson said. If there's one thing the restau-

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The new operating partner of The Station Pub, Brian Johnson, right, and his executive chef Andrew Benney, have big plans for the downtown White Bear Lake restaurant.

rateur wants the community to know, it's that he's "not the big bad wolf who came here to change this business. "I'm just a guy trying to feed his family and help Brian (Farrell) pay for this building," Johnson said. "We want to be part of the White Bear Lake community and deliver good food for people

to enjoy. I'm confident we'll pull that off." As for music, live entertainment will return on the patio next summer. “That way people will have a choice," Johnson added. "If they want to have a martini or glass of bourbon and talk to each other, they can sit inside and have food that matches it."

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These dishes may not be exact recipes on the menu, Johnson said, but they truly represent the direction of what the menu will be. This one is dry-aged bone-in pork chop with jerked apricot glaze, fresh, local sweet corn succotash and rice pilaf.

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involves cleaning stalls, feeding and grooming horses, and assisting in the care and training of quality show horses. Applicant needs to have experience working with horses, have their own transportation, be responsible and work well with other team members. Please respond to Tom at

1-(309) 258-1622 Installers needed Travel required. Excellent pay for excellent experience. Drug testing mandatory. Fax or email resumes to: Sales@liftnstore. com or fax to 651-777-1535

N. Suburban grounds maintenance co. has opportunities for full time seasonal and year round positions. Both entry level and experienced people encouraged to apply. $12.00 - $15.00/hr with hiring bonus incentives. Good driving record required. Also in search of licensed pesticide applicator for potential lead position with negotiable pay.

Please call Bill @ 651-490-9755 for more information and to schedule an interview.

OPEN INTERVIEWS!! Forest Lake Direct Support Staff

Come join us on September 20th for our open hiring event. We will be hiring Direct Support Staff for our homes in Forest Lake. Location: Forest Lake WFC 19955 Forest Rd N Forest Lake, MN 55025 Date: Tuesday, September 20th Time: 9:30am-1:30pm Please apply online at www.dungarvin.com Apply to Job Req # 16-0089 Dungarvin offers: Excellent pay and PTO, Full/PT Hrs, 401(k) All positions include every other weekend Min Requirements: • 18+ • Basic computer skills • Must have an acceptable criminal background

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ENTRY LEVEL MEDICAL ASSEMBLY Medical Medical Assembly Assembly

White Bear Lake

Now Hiring Mental Health Specialist in North Branch, MN

Starting at $17 per hour! Open shifts include: Full Time-Day Evening Awake Overnight - $17.00/Hr Asleep Overnight - $9.50/Hr Part-time Weekend

ENTRY LEVEL MEDICAL ASSEMBLY IN MAPLE GROVE & ARDEN HILLS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS at Boston Scientific for Entry Level Medical Assemblers! We offer referral, safety and reliability bonuses! All of our opportunities are considered long term, contract to hire based on performance and attendance. If offered a permanent position with Boston Scientific you would receive a pay increase and full time health benefits! $1500.00 Sign on Bonus for 2nd and 3rd Shifts $1000.00 Sign on Bonus for 1St Shift. $500.00 Referral Bonus

Pay: $12.50-13.75 APPLY APPLY ONLINE ONLINE www.resourcemfg.com www.resourcemfg.com APPLY ONLINE at www.resourcemfg.com (612)354-8534 (612)354-8534 Please call after completing your application to schedule an interview (612)354-8534

Challenging and rewarding opportunity working with youth and young adults with Mental Health diagnosis, cognitive impairments, and challenging behaviors. Come be a part of a team that can make a difference in someone’s life. Security Guards, Correctional and Police officers looking to supplement your incomes are encouraged to apply! Two years’ experience working with Mental Health Diagnosis is Preferred Benefits | Paid Training |PTO |401(k) Apply online at www.dungarvin.com Mental Health Specialist Job Req #16-0270 Or send your resume directly to mgreen@dungarvin.com 651-699-6050 x 5710

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Spray Booth Operator - PREFINISH DEPT. Schwieters is looking for a highly motivated Spray Booth Operator with an eye for detail in our prefinish woodwork division spraying no wipe stains in a spray booth. Benefits include: • weekly pay • medical • dental • 401(k) • vacation • holiday

157 Part Time

We have FT/PT openings in Forest Lake! Responsibilities: Direct care; administer medication, community activities and providing transportation. Requirements: Basic computer & communication skills, a valid driver’s license w/ an acceptable driving record, are able to pass a criminal background check, 18+ Dungarvin Offers: Paid Training, PTO, Benefits, 401(K), and internal growth opportunities! Apply online www.dungarvin.com Requisition #: 16-0089

406 Sales

361 Lawn & Garden

Residential

National mower 5 gang cuts 11' 12hp $500 651-402-1339

3-5 days/wk $12-$14/hr + Must be thorough cleaner! 651-770-1199

Simplicity riding mower (Coronet)13hp hydra,30”,bagger/wagon (local) 651-762-6628

CLEANING

Maids of White Bear

Please apply one of the following ways: • Stop in and fill out our applications at 13925 Fenway Blvd. N. Hugo, or call or text 612.328.3140 • Fax your resume to 651.407.1437 • Apply online at www.schwieterscompanies.com • Email your resume to tracey@schwieterscompanies.com

Based in Fridley, MN • We run 2011 and Highlights: •• $4,000 $4,000Sign-on Sign-onbonus Bonus. newer well-maintained •• Drivers to take equipment. Driversare areallowed allowed to their trucks home take their trucks • Excellent Health Carehome. • We can accommodate one small pet. • Excellent Benefi Benefits, food andts, food and clothing allowance. clothing allowance.

Rose Floral PT Retail Sales positions avail. weekdays & wkends. Retail & computer experience preferred. Apply in person. 14298 N 60th St,STW 651-439-3765

203 Senior Care Always Best Care In Home Senior Service seeking mature caregiver for female client in Stillwater area. 7a-10a every Tues & Thurs & e/o wkend. $14/hr 651-347-3817 (cell) 651-774-9979 (office)

300 For Sale

The company runs paper logs with an excellent safety record.

Come join our company in fulfilling the mission of respecting and responding to the choices of those in need of support.

367 Sporting Goods

Mix hardwd $50/cord 3-5 yrs dry 651-426-1249

We are seeking OTR Regional Van/Flatbed Driver Flatbed Drivers

DUNGARVIN IS HIRING

358 Firewood

Compensation: After probationary period we offer full benefits including driver paid health insurance and/or low cost family health insurance, food and clothing allowance. All breakdown time is paid on an hourly basis and driving will be pay based on percentage of load. A salary review is completed after 125 days and the first year with the potential for salary increases.

Requirements:

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GOLDEN Scooter, heavy duty, fold for EZ transport, like new 6 mos. old, New $1400 Sale $750.00 cash only. 651-426-8085

301 Farm Equipment Allis ModC Tractor Ex cond, reblt, new rtires, rebuilt carb, spare parts 651-653-1969

303 Debt Collections Representative CU Recovery in Wyoming is looking for Collections Representatives. You must be a customer service oriented team player with experience in collections or customer service; possess a client service attitude, and a strong work ethic. Excellent communication, listening, and negotiation skills are paramount to this position. Additional requirements of the Collections role include: High school diploma or GED, basic keyboarding skills, organization and problem solving skills. Experience in debt collection is preferred, but not required. Please forward your resume to: Mari Gordon, CU Recovery, Inc., 26263 Forest Blvd., Wyoming, MN 55092 or email: marig@curecovery.com.

Horses/Stables Horse Boarding WBL/STW Call Rick or Pat 651-426-3420

355 Furniture Beautiful oak Howard Miller traditional chiming Grandfather clock $1200 651-429-6731 Rnd oak dr table/leaf/ 6 chairs,$450. Canoe shlf.$50.651-426-0852 Select Comfort bed queen size,3 yrs old $1200 651-433-3492

362 Miscellaneous Lung cancer? 60 or older? If so, you and your family may be entitled to a significant cash award. Call 800-918-0376 to learn more. No risk. No money out of pocket.

Heavy Duty 8x24 ft. trailer, insulated and rubberized flooring, previous car hauler. Used for canned and fresh vegetable sales. Like new. $12,500 1998 3/4 ton Chev Silverado 4x4 $2,500

Decoys,antlers,signs & license plates 651-429-6168 Indoor balance beam, folding for easy storage, great for any room, allows your kids to practice at home. $65 Call 612-599-1729

368 Household/ Appliances

Got knee pain? Back pain? Shoulder pain? Get a pain-relieving brace – little or no cost to you. Medicare patients call health hotline now! 800-755-6807 Donate your car, truck or boat to Heritage for the Blind. Free 3 day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of. 800-439-1735 DISH network. New flex pack!Select the channels you want. Free installation. Free Streaming.$39.99/24 months. Add Internet for $14.95 a month. Call 800-297-8706.

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320-630-6662

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453 Share Rent Dellwood home on golf course,many amentites, pool Call 651-324-3434

505 Business for Sale Landscaping Company for sale 25 years in business 651-429-4446

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Tom and his employees are know for prompt service and can answer any questions you may have. They are one of the few that offer computer cabinet visions so you can view your dream layout.

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Reasonable Rates - all jokes and laughs are free Servicing All Major Appliance Brands Major Credit Cards Accepted

651-213-6638

You can see their quality work all around town, homes, restaurants, bars, and even game cabinets for Kids Quest around the country. They take pride in their work and references are available. SchneiderCustomWoodwork.com

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47 YRS FAMILY OWNED

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LESSARD PAINTING

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• Interior/ • Painting of Home Decorative Furnishings Painting (furniture, light • Wallpapering fixtures, frames, (and Removal) etc.) • Stain & Varnish • Color Consultant

Residential • Commercial

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Masonry

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Garage Doors

CALL MIKE at 651-407-3465. You will ﬁnd Mike weekly under “Automotive Repair”

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Insulation

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Viking Auto Repair

Are you tired of paying too much for your auto repairs? You are always welcome to the home-like atmosphere with friendly service and low rates at Viking Auto Repair. We offer services on: • Engine & Transmission • Computer & fuel injection systems repair • Brakes • Suspension & steering • Tune-up • Exhaust • Cooling system service • Air conditioning • Tires, repair • Electrical

Remodeling

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Window Cleaning

Upper Cut Tree Services

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Difficult Removals â€˘ Trims â€˘ Stump Grinding â€˘ Lot Clearing â€˘ Storm Damage â€˘ Free Estimates â€˘ Licensed & Insured â€˘

651-773-5643

651-779-3729

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MN Lic. #BC002810

Trees

Cameron Service Tree

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Time to remodel the family room? Ready to update a kitchen or bathroom? What about that addition you have always wanted? We can take the dream and make it reality!

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651-407-1987

MN LIC# BC003215

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White Bear Lake, 4801 Hwy 61 N, Ste 100, (651) 426-1671 | Forest Lake Office, 56 E Broadway, Ste 104, (651) 464-5555

DETACHED TOWNHOME Rambler Style with lower level walkout. Open ﬂoor plan eye catching vaults, sun porch & deck to relax on. Freshly painted and decorated Turn Key.

TOM HAYCRAFT 651-653-2534

$279,900

STUNNING HOME A true gem! Built in 2013 as a model home with all the extra’s. Situated on 1.55. Over 3000 ﬁnished sq.ft., 4 bedrooms, spacious, beautiful decor.

WHITE BEAR HOME Unbelievable pricing on this well maintained 4 Bed & 2 Bath home in White Bear! Hardwood Floors and private back yard! Call today!

JIMMY WALKER 651-303-7143

$229,900

SELBY NEIGHBORHOOD!

JUST LISTED PERFECT Starter, 3 BR 1 3/4 Baths, Hardwood Floors, Fam Rm, Fenced Yard, 15X28 Garage, A Must See!

GREAT STARTER HOME! 3 bed, 1 bath, original hardwoods, new siding and roof, updated mechanicals, nice size yard/fenced in, fully ﬁnished LL family room

CATHY STOREY 612-270-3427

$279,900

SANDY ESPE SORENSON 612-812-9792

$179,900

BRIDGET FARLEYHONKANEN 651-983-6071

$173,900

$435,000

IN TOWN LAKEFRONT Shoreview’s ﬁnest lakefront property now available. Manicured walkout rambler with panoramic views and 115 feet of sandy beachfront on Snail Lake.

PAT MCGRATH 651-653-2449

$1,100,000

STUNNING VIEWS! Floor to ceiling windows bring nature to your door step! 4 bedrm on a gorgeous lot in Vadnais Heights. New kitchen, updated baths, deck, patio, porch.

CINDY CURREN 612-720-6445

$420,000

JIMMY WALKER 651-303-7143

SOLD ON DAY 1 Beautiful home and well cared for by the Homeowner which paid off for the Seller as they accepted a full price offer on Day one!

Historic brownstone w/soft contemporary interior in the hot Selby/Dale area. 2 BR/2 BA, hardwood, stainless, 2 outdoor spaces, built-in’s, ﬁreplace!

JOSHUA LEONHARDT 651-769-5329

$384,900

CUSTOM BUILT HOT AREA! One owner home just north of White Bear Lake with chef’s delight kitchen and open concept living space. 4 BR, 4 Bath with home ofﬁce ready to go!!

JANE MORRIS 651-785-4507

$374,000

OLDER MPLS. HOME WITH... ... many upgrades for new owners!! Come enjoy hardwoods, leaded glass, 4BRs with generous storage, full bath up & down. Newer garage & deck, too!

JANE MORRIS 651-785-4507

$189,900

MANITOU ISLAND

LANNY KURYSH 651-246-1631

This beautful, stately home sits on 1.2 acres with 245 feet of sand bottom lake shore on White Bear Lake.

$1,595,000

WILD MARSH TOWNHOME SANDY ESPE Rambler Style Townhome With Lower Level Walk-Out, Cherry Kitchen W/ Granite Tops, Vaulted Greatroom W/Fp, MBR Suite + 2BR’s, Shows Like A Model!

SORENSON 612-812-9792

YR RND - STURGEON LAKE

AMY PERRINE 218-522-0323

2 bd, 1 bath house on lake w add’l 2 bd / 1 ba guest house, 2 car det ins ulated garage, shed & 30’ camper plumbed w/septic.

$349,900

$284,000

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BALD EAGLE LAKE

SANDY ESPE SORENSON 612-812-9792

Then you will have room to have WOLKERSTORFER them here! 40x24 heated and overCALL built garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 651-653-2482 Anderson windows and more!

Impressive 2008 Custom Built Mission Style Home, Fabulous Entertaining Spaces, Brazilian Cherry Flrs, Millwork & Cabinets, Stunning MBR Suite + 3 BRs

PRIVATE RETREAT! Enjoy nature on this private property with Browns Creek right out your back door! Hunting and ﬁshing on 15 acres.

$899,000

TOM CARR 651-303-8001

$499,900

ONE LEVEL WONDER!

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LONG LAKE

SANDY ESPE SORENSON 612-812-9792

Walkout Rambler w/open ﬂoor WOLKERSTORFER plan! Finished walk out LL, Main CALL ﬂoor master suite, covered porches, 3 car garage - this one has it all! 651-653-2482

Gorgeous 1.9 Acre Wooded Setting On Long Lake, 2690 Fin Sq Ft 3BR’s, 3 BA, Walk-Out, Fam Rm W/Fp, 3 Car Heated Gar. Mahtomedi Schools.

$469,900

5 BEDROOMS - 4 BATHS JOHN & RYAN Quiet Cul-de-sac. Spacious open mn level ﬂoor plan.Master bedroom en suite. Large kitchen w/ SS appliances. Vaulted ceilings & slate ﬂooring.

MANN 612-751-1072

$365,000

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