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District pushes for capital projects levy renewal on ballot

BY NOELLE OLSON SHOREVIEW PRESS EDITOR

The White Bear Lake Area Schools District (WBLAS) is asking voters to consider a capital projects levy renewal on the Nov. 8 ballot.

The capital projects levy originated in 2003 and was renewed in 2013.

Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations Tim Wald said the levy has supported the acquisition of technology and related services, musical instruments, textbooks and other curricular needs.

“We are asking voters to renew it again for taxes payable 2024 to 2033,” Wald said.

“That levy is expiring, and without renewal, the district will lose $2.6 million in revenue annually.”

The funds will be used in the following ways: • Safety and security: The capital projects levy allows the district to maintain and increase safety and security measures and equipment throughout the district.

• Technology and related services: The capital projects levy allows the district to

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Seasonal balancing act After careful searching and deliberation, Ann and Ryan Hemak bring their pumpkin picks to the checkout area near one of the pumpkin patches at the top of the hill at Pine Tree Apple Orchard. Area residents still have one more weekend to acquire their Jack-O-Lanterns at the orchard before Halloween.

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Maplewood may follow neighbor’s lead on Purple Line MAPLEWOOD — Like White Bear Lake, the city of Maplewood may withdraw support for the Purple Line. The decision will likely be made at the next City Council meeting Oct. 24.

Mayor Marylee Abrams said the Metropolitan Council didn’t come through with promises to hold public engagement meetings this summer on the need to reroute the bus rapid transit line (due to White Bear Lake’s decision to withdraw support) and appeared to be changing the proposed route without informing Maplewood’s leaders.

“On Sept. 29, I was asked if I was aware of a new route through Maplewood,” the mayor told council members at their Oct. 10 meeting. “I was concerned, so I reached out to the Met Council project manager the next day.

I learned from him the Purple Line

needed to be rerouted because it did not qualify as a federally viable project.”

Abrams said she learned a new parking ramp was proposed next to St. John’s Hospital for the bus line that includes skyways for pedestrians. The route would travel through the Birch Run Station shopping center.

“Met Council would condemn the property and buy out leases, which amounts to public taking for the Purple Line,” Abrams said. “The Maplewood transit station would also be torn down and rebuilt on a smaller scale as part of the rerouting. To say I was shocked at this rerouting would be a serious understatement.”

The mayor added that during the phone call she also learned buses would be reduced to 40 feet and two stations stops in St. Paul were being dropped

from the plan.

“It seems to me the new proposed routing and its profound impact is something Met Council is doing to us and not with us,” Abrams stated. “I plan to make a motion Oct. 24 to withdraw Maplewood’s support for the Purple Line. I support transit for the east metro, but we don’t need a large, expensive public infrastructure project in our community.”

The mayor encouraged residents to attend the upcoming council meeting and share “constructive thoughts” on the future of transportation in Maplewood.

A day after the council meeting, Metro Transit Communications Manager Drew Kerr provided a statement to media outlets that said “a more advanced level of public engagement around route modifications, originally scheduled to

occur in August and September, was delayed” in order to gather more detailed information. That engagement is now scheduled to begin in November. Ultimately, the goal is to advance a “broadly supported route recommendation in early 2023,” the statement read. “Nothing has been finalized or decided yet.”

Kerr indicated that resolutions of support will be sought from municipal partners in early 2023.

Route modification options are scheduled to be presented to the project’s Corridor Management Committee Nov. 10. Those meetings have been canceled in the past, and the group’s last meeting September was not livestreamed or recorded due to technical issues.

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“We reached 512 adopted drains in the five municipalities around White Bear Lake as of Oct. 10,” reported Scott Costello. A White Bear Lake Conservation District (WBLCD) board member, Costello has been monitoring the number since the district launched the challenge last March.

The goal is to double the number of adopted stormwater drains by end of October. When the challenge started, there were 298 adopted drains.

The city of White Bear Lake is the first to cross the finish line in doubling its starting point, from 120 to 240, Costello said. White Bear Township has nine more to

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go. Mahtomedi needs 77 newly adopted drains to reach the doubling point, but the city started with a higher percentage of drains adopted, so they

are winning the percentage race.

“Dellwood and Birchwood do not have urban stormwater systems, so the base data on total number of drains may not be meaningful for them,” Costello noted.

“We are focusing on the other communities.”

Achievements will be recognized when the challenge is over in November. The WBLCD director added, “When more drains are adopted, everyone wins the prize of cleaner local waterways.”

To find a drain that needs adoption, go to mn.adopt-a-drain.org/ map. The drains known to the program are based on data from the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District.

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS The Silver Harmony Singers announce their 24th Food Shelf Benefit Concert, following two years of pandemic-imposed silence. The free concert will be performed on Saturday, Oct. 29 at 11 a.m. at Parkview United Church of Christ, located at 3737 Bellaire Avenue in White Bear Lake.

The program “Together Again!” celebrates the work of the White Bear Area Food Shelf. While the concert is free admission, donations to the food shelf are requested. Non-perishable food items will be accepted, but monetary donations are preferred, as the WBLAFS can purchase $8 worth of food for every $1 donated.

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Essay contest invites students to share ideas for improving their city

The Mayor for a Day Essay Contest, hosted by the League of Minnesota Cities, is open for submissions.

To enter, 4th, 5th, and 6th graders can answer the question, “What would you do if you were mayor for a day?” for a chance to win $100 and recognition in Minnesota Cities magazine.

The deadline for submissions is Monday, Dec. 12.

Young adult authors headline library events

Washington County Library will host authors Karen M. McManus and Junauda Petrus for Teen Lit Takeover, a program that brings popular young adult authors and events to local libraries.

Karen M. McManus will join Washington County Library virtually on Oct. 24 from 7 to 8 p.m. McManus is the author of the “One of Us Is Lying” series, which has been turned into a television show on Peacock and Netflix, as well as the standalone novels “Two Can Keep a Secret,” “The Cousins,” “You’ll Be the Death of Me,” and “Nothing More to Tell.”

Local author Junauda Petrus will also join the library virtually on Nov. 15 from 7 to 8 p.m. Petrus is the author of “The Stars And The Blackness Between Them,” winner of the 2020 Coretta Scott King Honor Book Award.

Both events will be hosted via Zoom. Participants can register online at WashCoLib.org/Events to receive instructions and a link to join the event.

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Vote the future

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ARLY VOTING IS now underway in Minnesota and the in-person Election Day is Nov. 8, 2022.

Minnesotans have a good record of election turnout and credibility at the polls. The key is for voters to be informed. Our news staffs have been working hard to provide you voter guides with the candidate’s views on a number of key issues. Please take advantage of these guides and review them before going to the polls or voting early.

Everyone has their own priorities, but here are my issues of concern for Minnesota that need to be addressed: • Violent crime needs to be reduced.

It is increasing in many areas of the state, especially in Minneapolis.

• Solving the shortage of workers.

• Reduce the state financial surplus without rebates. Cutting state income tax rates is preferred.

• Abortion, now basically a state issue.

Medical, hospital and prescription About the •costs are too high.

• We need more affordable housing Town throughout the state.

Gene Johnson • Food affordability or money for lowincome families.

• We need more transparency in curriculum in our public schools.

• The rising cost of higher education. We need to redevelop vocational education.

• More competent auditing of state government programs.

On the national level: • Inflation must be brought under control. High inflation raises the cost for food, fuel and electricity.

• The increasing global dangers of the war in Ukraine and China’s threat to Taiwan.

• Lack of compromise and civility in Congress. They have forgotten who elected them.

• Excessive spending and increasing the national debt.

• Reduce trend toward more government control.

• Increase the percentage of people in the labor force, which has been declining over the past 20 years.

Capable jobless people need to get off their butts and get a job to share in the cost of government.

• Illegal immigration is out of control. Congress needs to pass a coherent immigration policy. We need better immigration processing, education, and safety.

• Our infrastructure is deteriorating. We need to fix our highways, bridges and the electric grid.

• We need to rebuild our middle class.

• Our two major political parties are too polarized and dominated by the extreme wings of their parties. We need more independent voters.

OUR FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, especially the Internal Revenue Service, is behind in reviewing tax returns and answering taxpayer questions.

The government also knows there are leaks in the system. They are going to make a renewed emphasis on auditing and recovering taxes that are due. They see an opportunity here, and they may be right, to gain needed revenue for all the new programs that have recently been approved.

High income earners and corporations are regularly audited. This time it appears that middle class and lower will be the focus. If you don’t think growing inflation is hitting your budget, think about what the extra costs will be connected with audits.

YOU MIGHT BE surprised on your next air travel when boarding passes might not be required for airport security. The TSA staff is now using credential authentication technology to scan drivers’ licenses or other government identification. Maybe that will save time and reduce the lines at check in.

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Talking Halloween safety with U of M

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he spookiest night of the year is almost here. While most are hoping for treats instead of tricks, there are important safety considerations to keep in mind before heading out for the evening.

James Miner, MD, with the University of Minnesota Medical School talks about how people and children can be safe this Halloween.

Q: Why do we see an uptick in emergency room visits on Halloween?

Dr. Miner: We see more visits to the Movers & emergency department on Halloween Shakers for two main U of M reasons.

First, with so many people out celebrating the holiday, it is more likely that something can go wrong, like a car accident or other injury, leading to a visit to the emergency department.

Secondly, many holidays — Halloween included — can lead to more alcohol use. With increased drinking, we see a lot more emergency department visits. Halloween is one of the busiest days of the year in the emergency department along with the Fourth of July, New Year’s Eve and Saint Patrick’s Day.

Q: What are the most common Halloween-related injuries?

Dr. Miner: The most common injuries we see on Halloween are related to alcohol consumption. Additionally, getting dressed up for Halloween can sometimes lead people to engage in more risky behavior. Putting on a costume gives people a fun chance to step outside of their normal selves.

Q: What precautions can families with young children take while trick-or-treating?

Dr. Miner: Be especially careful driving and watch out for other drivers that may not act in the way you expect them to. Take an extra look before crossing the street and don’t anticipate that a vehicle moving toward you will stop the way it may on a typical day. It’s also important to remember that when our kids put their costumes on, they are stepping into the awesome world of pretend. Some kids may take this further than others. Pay extra attention to the fact that your child in costume may be excited and outside of their normal routine. Be sure to keep them close to prevent them from doing something risky that they normally wouldn’t do.

Q: What safety considerations should people keep in mind while picking out their costume?

Dr. Miner: Bright and reflective colors are safest for trick-or-treating, but lots of

great costumes are really dark.

If that’s the case, put a strip of reflective tape on the front and back of your trick-or-treater so they can be seen. Also, keep the weather in mind when choosing a costume. Pay attention to the forecast and add an extra layer underneath the costume if the weather looks cold.

Q: In general, how can people celebrate the holiday safely?

Dr. Miner: It’s important to remember that with so many people celebrating Halloween, there are lots of distracted people around. We need to pay more attention than usual to driving safely and paying attention to what others are doing. Also, remember that many traditions around holidays involve drinking. Keep track of how much alcohol you consume and remember that more social gatherings around a holiday may lead to drinking more than usual. This can lead to potentially dangerous situations if people are unaware of their surroundings.

James Miner, MD, is a professor and department head of Emergency Medicine at the University of Minnesota Medical School and Chair of Emergency Medicine at Hennepin County Medical Center. “Talking...with U of M” is a resource whereby University of Minnesota faculty answer questions on current and other topics of general interest.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Seniors may not rebuild after Ian There is a lot I could say about being a "snowbird" from Minnesota living in Southwest Florida in the winter, but I won't because I'm sure many Press readers have no interests there and would find what I have to say extremely boring.

But I do have a few comments on Emeritus Publisher Gene Johnson's About the Town column, "Ian was devastating." First, my heart goes out to you and Kathy for the loss you suffered. All the best if and when you decide to rebuild. And thank God you weren't there. Over 100 people died in this storm, most of them seniors, the most casualties of any hurricane to hit Florida since the infamous Labor Day storm, which hit the Keys in 1935.

For many older Floridians, Ian may indeed be the proverbial straw that broke the camel's back. They have neither the means nor the energy to rebuild to today's standards. There is a new generation of Floridians waiting in the wings that will accept tougher building standards and gentrification to have a piece of "paradise." How this will all play out, I cannot say, but I do know with some assurance that infinite growth can't go on forever in a finite world.

Tom Clark Mahtomedi

PAID LETTER Former senator endorses candidate Two years ago, my wife and I moved back to my old Minnesota Senate District, the communities surrounding White Bear Lake. I am now excited to see that my old seat in the Minnesota Senate might be won in this year’s election by an amazingly qualified newcomer, Heather Gustafson. The bad news is that Roger Chamberlain still has my old Senate seat.

Heather is a long-term resident of this District, a history teacher at Centennial High School and a mother of four children. She is by far the most qualified person to fight for a greater future, with emphasis on quality schools, good jobs, individual freedom and reproductive rights for people in our District.

For these and many other reasons, I strongly urge voters in District 36 to vote for Heather Gustafson on Nov. 8.

John Watson Milton Former state senator White Bear Lake

PAID LETTER Are you better off today?

Many of the letters, especially the paid letters written by Democrats, have a single goal: demonize Republican candidates. These writings are often filled with hate, exaggerations, misrepresentations and lies.

I have the privilege of knowing many of our Republican candidates personally: Dr. Scott Jensen, Kim Crockett, Sen. Roger Chamberlain, Elliot Engen, Rep. Donald Raleigh and Patti Anderson, to name just a few.

They're good people with solid American values.

They love our country and state. They will protect the vulnerable and clear the path for hardworking peoples to prosper.

I have a few questions for every voter, Democrat, Republican and Independent, to consider before making their choices Nov. 8. Are you better off today than four years ago? Are you safer today? Can you purchase everything you need at prices you can afford? Is your retirement account flourishing? Can you afford a loan for your next car or home?

Democrats under Gov. Tim Walz have failed in every area that matters to the hardworking people of Minnesota.

We have suffered with a divided government for too long. It’s time to elect a majority of Republicans to our local and state offices.

The people we elect work for us. If they don’t make our lives better, send them home. Let’s see what the Republicans can do to undo the damage of the last four years.

Monya and Scott Nintzel White Bear Township

PAID LETTER Concerned about climate change I have been living in Vadnais Heights for more than 30 years. We chose our house because of the beautiful lot, which includes a wetland in our backyard. I have enjoyed watching the wildlife over the years, particularly watching the birds. But I am starting to notice a change in what I see and am worried about the lack of wildlife in the last few years. Due to recent experiences

of drought, the leaves on the trees aren't as full as they have been in the past. We have lost more trees over the years due to disease. I will try to plant different species of trees in the future, but how do we know what will happen with climate change. What is the next destructive insect?

I am concerned how climate change will affect my backyard, my city, not to mention the world. What can each of us do, and where can we have any influence? I believe we start at the local level. What can my city do to be more sustainable and deal with climate change?

How can I influence how my tax dollars are spent in the city to deal with climate change?

One way I can influence how my dollars are spent in my city is by electing people to the City Council that want our city to focus on sustainability initiatives. That is why I am supporting the “Key 3” (Mike Krachmer, Katherine Doll Kanne and Kelly Jozwowski). They understand that climate change is real, and we have to prepare our city for the future realities of dealing with climate change and be climate smart!

Rob Larson Vadnais Heights

PAID LETTER Protect our children and families Our children and families are in danger! Every year our elections give us the chance to fight this movement. Heather Gustafson, who is running for the Minnesota Senate in District 36, is knowingly or unknowingly helping to change our children's values for the worse. Heather is a school teacher who has said in her posts, "I'm a teacher and will never out/report my trans students to anyone." I assume that includes parents. On her Twitter page, she was shown protesting in front of the state Capitol with a sign supporting the transvestite movement in our schools and in sports.

Heather's woke views are radical and dangerous for our children and our families. No young girl or boy should be required to share a bathroom or a shower with anyone of the opposite sex. This change to our culture has been happening slowly like a frog being boiled in a pot: before you know it, you're cooked.

Heather is also one of the leaders of a group called Vadnais Heights for Change, and her group has been recruiting and supporting candidates that think alike and will vote to promote these types of movements that will change our culture. Heather's group is supporting candidates in Vadnais Heights, Michael Krachmer for mayor, and Katherine Doll Kanne and Kelly Jozwowski for City Council.

Ask yourself if your life and the lives of your children and grandchildren are safer and better off today than 20 or 60 years ago. Vote as though your children's future depends on it. Vote against these candidates.

Craig Johnson Vadnais Heights

PAID LETTER Choose advocates for welcoming city In recent letters to the editor, we have read statements both for and against the idea of a more concerted effort on the part of our city toward equity and inclusion in Vadnais Heights. My husband and I thought our personal experience from last November might be surprising to many readers. The need for a more concerted effort toward equity and inclusion became very clear to us in a startling way.

We were out for a walk on a cold, blustery day, and were about five or six blocks away from our street. Much to our surprise, a man angrily yelled at us from across the street, “Go back to your country!” We were puzzled and looked around to see if there was someone else to whom he could be directing his anger, but there was no one. He continued to glare directly at us: “Go back to your country!”

As he spoke with such hostility and had a dog with him, we did not engage with him, and increased our pace to continue home. The experience was unsettling, even though we are American citizens. I was born and raised in Minnesota. My husband is an immigrant, though he came (legally) as a child, over 65 years ago. He has no accent, is white, and dresses typical to other Americans. The only thing that we could think of that might have caused this man to think we were “foreign” was that I wore a long headscarf wrapped tightly around my head and neck, because of the cold and wind. Perhaps he thought we were Muslim.

While this was unnerving for us, we can only imagine how much more threatening such an encounter might feel to someone who is a recent immigrant, a person of color, LGBTQ, etc. And we know that a former member of the Vadnais City Council resigned because of social media posts he made that were disparaging of Muslims and gay and transgender people.

When you consider candidates this fall, we hope you

will be mindful of which candidates express concern for equity, inclusion and a welcoming atmosphere in Vadnais Heights. Our votes are for Mike Krachmer for mayor and Katherine Doll Kanne and Kelly Jozwowski for City Council.

Lisa Wersal Vadnais Heights

PAID LETTER Don't believe disinformation Abortion is an important and very personal issue.

In Minnesota, it will remain legal up to the time of birth unless one of two things happens: the Minnesota Supreme Court overturns Doe vs. Gomez, or it gets put on the ballot and the people decide. Neither the Legislature nor the governor can change that. Pretty safe to say that wouldn't happen in Minnesota.

Anything else is simply misinformation. Nonetheless, the Democrats push the misinformation because they have failed so miserably in every other area. The policies they supported, and continue to support, their rhetoric, is the reason for skyrocketing crime, massive fraud, historic inflation, Minnesota's recession and poor economy and only 50% of kids reading at grade level.

Every Minnesotan is impacted and harmed daily because of their failures. The Democrats have no solutions to these problems, no new ideas, just distractions and misinformation.

So don't be fooled by leftist candidates, office holders and supporters into believing any one candidate or political party would, could, or will ever take away this constitutional right in Minnesota. That is the true misinformation. And actually, the real word that should be used here is “disinformation.” Disinformation, which means "deliberately misleading or biased information; manipulated narrative or facts; propaganda." See www.dictionary.com.

Be informed. Do your homework. And don't believe this disinformation for one minute.

Laurie Carlson White Bear Township

PAID LETTER Elect candidates who listen We have a real opportunity to make great strides forward in Vadnais Heights in the areas of sustainability, equity and inclusion and thoughtful development by electing new council members. There are three candidates who have common values and platforms that collectively could make a substantial difference in our community. They are the “Key 3”: Mike Krachmer for mayor and Katherine Doll Kanne and Kelly Jozwowski for City Council.

Their common priorities and values include community engagement, best green practices for our city and thoughtful development.

Some key results from the VH 2021 residents survey tell us why we should vote for the “Key 3”: - Eighty percent of residents feel it is a priority for the city to create a diverse, inclusive and fair community.

Our current mayor and council majority showed no interest in the establishment of a volunteer Human Rights Commission in the community.

- Residents felt the most pressing issue was “too much growth.” This is where a new council majority can make a difference with more thoughtful development and negotiation with developers to encourage them to use best green practices, electrification of their development, make their development walkable and bikeable and create/protect green space. In addition, almost half of VH residents say we have insufficient housing for starter homes for young families and affordable housing. It is hard to create an inclusive community with businesses to support our tax base if people can’t afford to live here.

- Almost 90% of residents support additional trails/ sidewalks and park improvements. Our community is almost built out, and we can no longer rely on park dedication fees from developers. We need to find a funding source to help support our valued assets of parks and trails. The current council has not taken this into consideration in the last few budget cycles.

As you can see, our current mayor and council majority are not aligned with the residents of VH. The “Key 3” are aligned with the community’s priorities.

Let’s elect a council that listens to its residents: vote Mike Krachmer for mayor, Katherine Doll Kanne and Kelly Jozwowski.

Jennifer Danielson Vadnais Heights

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WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS

RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Vadnais Heights and White Bear Township:

Vadnais Heights

• A catalytic converter was reported stolen Sept. 19 from a Honda Accord parked in an apartment lot in the 1200 block of County Road D Circle East. A Long Beach, California man reported the catalytic converter stolen from his Honda BTM overnight Sept. 19-20 while it was parked in front of a garage in the 900 block of County Road D. • A Maplewood woman, 51, was cited Sept. 20 at the Vadnais Heights Walmart in the 800 block of County Road E for shoplifting, after she was detained by loss prevention personnel for under scanning $157.09 in merchandise at the self-checkout and passing all points of sale. She was also issued a trespass notice before being released from the scene.

• A resident in the 900 block of Heritage Court E reported being the victim of an online romance scam Sept. 20, after he was bilked out of $900. The complainant thinks he may also have been the victim of identity theft.

• An adult male was issued a trespass notice Sept. 21, after Ramsey County Sheriff's Office deputies were called out to the scene of disorderly conduct in the Holiday Inn parking lot in the 1100 block of County Road E and found the subject sleeping in his vehicle.

• A resident in the 4100 block of Clover Avenue Sept. 21 reported his vehicle damaged by pellet gun shots. The complainant said a neighbor had fired the pellets, which went through their target and struck his vehicle.

• Two St. Paul women, 24 and 33, were cited Sept. 21 at the Walmart in the 800 block of County Road E for misdemeanor theft. Store employees observed the two women taking 22 packages of jewelry worth $193.16, destroying the packaging, concealing the merchandise and bypassing all points of sale.

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• Deputies recovered a stolen vehicle. Sept. 21 in the 1200 block of County Road D. After running the vehicle's displayed license plate and vehicle identification numbers through their computer, deputies learned the license plate had been stolen out of St. Paul and the vehicle had been stolen from Eden Prairie.

• A resident in the 800 block of Berwood Avenue W. reported a fire pit table stolen overnight Sept. 23-24.

• A Hopkins woman reported the driver side window of her car smashed in overnight Sept. 23-24 as it was parked in the 800 block of Garceau Lane. Nothing was reported taken from the vehicle, however.

• MGM Liquor Store employees in the 1000 block of Highway 96 reported a $44.97 bottle of Tequila shoplifted from the store Sept. 25.

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• A resident in the 5900 block of Bald Eagle Blvd. reported identity theft Sept. 21, after someone opened a credit card account in her name and charged $20,000 for an airline purchase.

• A motorcycle belonging to a resident in the 5300 block of Grand Avenue and stolen from Maplewood was recovered by his friend in Farmington and returned to White Bear Township on Sept. 21.

• A resident in the 4100 block of Summit Lane reported identity theft Sept. 22, after discovering that a bank account and credit card had been opened in her name over the internet.

• A Lino Lakes man, 22, was arrested for DUI Sept. 23 in the 5400 block of Bald Eagle Blvd. after deputies responded to an accident in which a single vehicle hit a tree. The vehicle also struck two mailboxes on the street. The lone occupant of the vehicle admitted to drinking and showed signs of impairment, and was transported to the hospital for treatment of a head injury.

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

Birchwood

• Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies issued a verbal warning to a motorist in the 600 block of Hall Avenue for going the wrong direction on a one-way street Sept. 21.

Grant

• A motorist was cited Sept. 21 in the 10000 block of 75th Street N. for failure to drive with due care, after he was pulled over for speeding 69 mph in a 55 mph zone. The driver was also verbally warned for failure to provide proof of insurance.

• Deputies conducted two traffic stops during the afternoon of Sept. 21 for prohibited use of a wireless communication device while driving. The motorist stopped in the 7000 block of Jamaca Avenue N. also received a warning about presenting an expired driver's license. The other motorist was stopped in the 8000 block of 75th Street N.

Mahtomedi

• A suspicious vehicle reported at 8:10 a.m. Sept. 19 parked in the St. Jude's parking lot in the 700 block of Mahtomedi Avenue turned out to be people living in their car.

• After Ridge Way residents reported flooding in their home Sept. 19, deputies notified dispatch to put the Mahtomedi Public Works Department in touch with the complainant.

• A Wildwood Court resident reported a possible scam Sept.

19, after she received a phone call from a supposed law firm stating that legal action was filed against her by Washington County. She wanted to know whether the county had civil papers for her. Deputies advised her that they deliver civil papers, but that the county does not make phone calls for civil deliveries.

Furthermore, deputies said the county did not have any papers to serve on the complainant, and that she should block this caller.

The complainant didn't give out any information to the scammer.

• A male was reported at 10:19 p.m.

Sept. 20 for getting out of his vehicle on Stillwater Road to walk around and act strangely.

• Deputies cited a motorist for speeding Sept. 20 in the 300 block of Lincolntown Avenue. On Sept.

21, they cited another motorist for speeding at that same location. The speed limit along that stretch is 25 mph.

• A Wildwood Road business reported an attempted burglary overnight Sept. 20-21, after employees arriving at 6:38 a.m. found the front door smashed.

No entry was made.

• Gosiwin Avenue residents reported items stolen from two vehicles sometime overnight Sept. 20-21.

• An unidentified motorist was arrested for driving after revocation at 12:19 a.m. Sep. 22 in the area of Century Avenue and Long Lake Road, following a traffic stop for no license plates.

During the routine search prior to arrest, deputies also discovered marijuana in the vehicle.

• A fight in progress reported Sept. 24 at a group home on Quail Street turned out to be only a verbal dispute.

Pine Springs

• A Minnesota motorcyclist was cited Sept. 18 on westbound Highway 36 over Hilton Trail N. for speeding 96 mph in a 55 mph zone, after eastbound deputies observed him passing several other vehicles at a high rate of speed. The driver admitted to speeding and said he was trying to pass another vehicle.

Willernie

• A noisy disturbance reported at 2 a.m. Sept. 18 on Warner Avenue S. turned out to be multiple adults vacating a residence and appearing to disperse peacefully after a social gathering.

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Police Department reported the following selected incidents: • A protection order violation was reported Oct. 1 in the 3900 block of Hoffman Road.

• Theft was reported in the 900 block of Wildwood Road Oct. 1.

• Officers were dispatched to a loud party in the 3100 block of McKnight Road Oct. 2.

• Officers responded to a fight at a bar in the 2100 block of 4th Street Oct. 2.

• Three bicycles were reported stolen in the 3600 block Hoffman Road Oct. 2.

• Officers responded to a theft in progress in the 2300 block of County Road F Oct. 3.

• Burglary of a garage was reported in the 1700 block of County Road E Oct. 3.

• Theft from a vehicle was reported in the 4000 block of Cranbrook Drive Oct. 3.

• Credit cards stolen from the 1900 block of Buerkle Road were used at a nearby Target store Oct. 3.

• Officers responded to a violation of a protection order in the 4600 block of Bald Eagle Avenue Oct. 3.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the area of Bald Eagle Avenue and Fourth Street Oct. 3.

• Officers responded to a business in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue Oct. 4 for a report of a customer threatening and engaging in altercations with staff.

• A package was stolen from a business in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road Oct. 4.

• Officers responded to a report of an employee stealing money from a business in the 1800 block of County Road F Oct. 4.

• A vehicle was stolen in the 1700 block of Elm Street Oct. 5.

• Harassment was reported in the 3500 block of Willow Avenue Oct. 5.

• A vehicle stolen in the 4000 block of Bellaire Avenue Oct. 6 was later recovered in St. Paul.

• Theft and criminal damage was reported in the 4900 block of Washington Avenue Oct. 6.

• Theft was reported in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road Oct. 7.

• Officers responded to a report of loud juveniles in the 3500 block of Century Ave. Oct. 7.

• Officers assisted State Patrol Oct. 8 in identifying a person who was abusing state 911 dispatch.

• A St. Paul Park man was arrested for an active felony motor vehicle theft warrant following an investigative stop in the 4600 block of White Bear Parkway Oct. 8.

• Officers responded to a report of loud music in the 5100 block of Long Avenue Oct. 8.

• A bicycle was stolen in the 2100 block fo Orchard Lane Oct. 8.

• A Stillwater man was mailed a disorderly conduct citation following an incident in the 2000 block of County Road E Oct. 8.

• Theft from a vehicle occurred in the 2000 block of County Road E Oct. 8.

• Officers responded to a burglary in the 3500 block of Willow Avenue Oct. 9.

• Officers assisted the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office with a report of a slumper in the 5100 block of Bald Eagle Avenue Oct. 9.

• Trespassing was reported in the 5200 block of Northwest Avenue Oct. 9.

• A White Bear Lake resident was cited for disorderly conduct at a business in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road Oct. 9.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 5000 block of Woodcrest Road Oct. 9.

• Officers responded to a disorderly bar patron in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue Oct. 10.

• A catalytic converter was stolen in the 1800 block of Birch Lake Avenue Oct. 10.

• Officers responded to a man pushing over trash cans in the 1800 block of Ninth Street Oct. 10.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 1500 block of Park Street and the 2200 block of Birch Street Oct. 10.

• A dealership in the 3800 block of Highway 61 reported attempted auto theft Oct. 11.

• A White Bear Lake man was arrested for outstanding warrants following a disorderly conduct incident in the 3100 block of Karth Road Oct. 11.

• A White Bear Lake man was arrested for violating a domestic abuse no contact order in the 2000 block of Southwood Drive Oct. 11.

• Disorderly conduct was reported in the 3900 block of Van Dyke Street Oct. 11.

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FINANCIAL PLANNING Reactions mixed on student loan reduction plan

BY ABE WINTER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The White House recently released state-by-state data on how the Biden Administration’s plan for student debt relief will benefit borrowers in all 50 states plus Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Check out these estimated numbers in Minnesota: 729,700 would be eligible for student debt relief up to $10,000 and 416,000 Pell borrowers would be eligible for $20,000 in relief. Minnesota numbers pale in comparison to states such as California (3.549,300 and 2,340,600) and Texas (3,323,200 and 2,306,700).

President Biden states, the plan is aimed at giving working and middle-class Americans more breathing room by providing the funds to the borrowers. The Biden Administration expects that more than 40 million borrowers are eligible for its student debt relief plan, and nearly 20 million borrowers could see their entire remaining balance discharged.

The plan has met with considerable opposition even though the numbers may sound good for those with student loan debt.

The administration believes the student debt relief plan will help borrowers and families recover from the pandemic and prepare to resume student loan payments in January 2023. Nearly 90% of relief dollars will go to those earning less than $75,000 per

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Americans have mixed feelings about President Biden’s plan for student debt relief. year – and no relief will go to any individual or household in the top 5% of incomes in the United States.

By targeting relief to borrowers with the highest economic need, the Administration believes these actions are also likely to help narrow the racial wealth gap. Nearly 71% of Black undergraduate borrowers are Pell Grant recipients, and 65% of Latino undergraduate borrowers are Pell Grant recipients.

Jasmine Whebbe, who graduated in 2017, is making payments on her student loans. She has a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in animation but is working as at a retail clothing store.

Whebbe, who is married and has an infant son, is emphatically in favor of the debt

reduction plan. “I don’t see how anyone could be against student loan forgiveness,” the 28-year-old said. “I only qualify for $10K in forgiveness under the current plan and that doesn’t even come close to half of what I still owe in loans.”

She added, “It’s absolutely criminal that we are able to sign up for that level of debt as a literal teenager not even legally able to drink.

With the cost of living skyrocketing faster than minimum wage could even dream of covering, milestones like owning a home that generations before me were able to attain are so intangible towards people my age.”

Mary Beth Vanyo, 63, said two of her three children took out student loans. One has repaid the loan in full and the other is paying his off. “I don’t mind people who have been

working hard to pay off their loans get some relief,” she said. “I think it depends on their circumstances. Maybe there’s legitimate reasons they aren’t able to pay off their loans.”

Some borrowers with federal student loans that are held by private lenders are now ineligible for the Biden administration’s debt relief if they haven’t already applied for consolidation, which allows federal student loan borrowers to combine multiple loans into one.

Ron Kimmel, 66, was quick to voice a strong opinion against Biden’s plan. “I think it’s unconstitutional, to take our money and give it to people who don’t need it,” he said.

“They have a college degree … they should have a good income and greater job stability because of their education.”

Kimmel said he was the oldest of six children in a family that would be considered “lower class laborers.” “There was no way they could send me to college,” he said, adding that one way to help with college funds is the Armed Services GI Bill.

He said the $1.6 billion that is proposed for the loan reduction plan “is just going to increase inflation, which we’re all going to have to pay for.”

For more information, visit StudentAid. gov/debtrelief.

How to protect yourself as you apply for debt relief: 1. Don’t pay anyone who contacts you with promises of debt relief or load forgiveness.

2. Don’t reveal your FSA ID, account information or password to anyone who contacts you.

3. Don’t ever give out personal or financial information to an unfamiliar caller.

4. Don’t refinance your federal student loans unless you know the risks.

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FRANKENSTEIN: UNDER CONSTRUCTION

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20 and Friday, Oct. 21; 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22; and 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23 Where: Lakeshore Players Theatre, 4941 Long Ave. White Bear Lake Details: Young artists break down the story of the familiar and scary novel.

Tickets $15/adults; $10/child.

Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org

MEDICARE ANNUAL ELECTION SEMINAR

When: 2-3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21 Where: White Bear Senior Center, 2484 E County Rd F Details: Hear about carrier specific updates to Medicare plans and look at your Medicare insurance and make sure you are well-covered. Medicare plans can be changed Oct 15 to Dec 7.

Contact: 651-653-3121

RUN FOR THE APPLES

When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22 Where: Pine Tree Apple Orchard Details: 5 mile run through the orchard, strawberry fields and pumpkin patch, followed by treats and awards for each age group. Registration and t-shirt $35 before Oct. 16; $45 after and on race day.

1/3 mile kids fun run begins at 10:30 a.m.; $10 before Oct. 16 and $15 after and race day.

Contact: whitebearrotary.org

SCARE IN WHITE BEAR

When: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22 Where: Memorial Beach, 4958 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake Details: 5K and fun run on torch-lit paved path along White Bear Lake.

Strollers and dogs welcome. Prizes for best costume. Halloweenie roast.

Contact: 651-440-9625 or mmraces.com

HAUNTED ROUNDHOUSE

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22 & 29 Where: Jackson Street Roundhouse, 193 Pennsylvania Avenue E., St. Paul Details: Family-friendly event hosted by

the Minnesota Transportation Museum at one of the state's most historic, iconic, and likely haunted locations.

Railroad history, haunted train cars, a railway hobo, bonfire, train rides, treats, and music by the Teddy Bear Band from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day. Tickets $5 for a family up to six; or $15/adults, $10/children 5-15; $7 toddlers 2-4. Children under 2 free.

Contact: trainride.org

THE HOLLYWOOD SONGBOOK, UNPLUGGED

When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22 and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23 Where: Lakeshore Players Theatre, 4941 Long Ave. White Bear Lake Details: Cabaret-concert series created

by James Rocco in collaboration with Minnesota and nationally based performing artists and musical arrangers.

First in the series performs music from “The Jazz Singer” to “The Greatest Showman.” Tickets $35-$45.

Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org

RECITAL BENEFITTING THE KOMEN 3-DAY EVENT When: 7-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24 Where: Kellerman's Event Center, 2222 4th St., White Bear Lake Details: An evening of marimba and other percussion music by Alyssa Smith. Free concert to support Smith's 60-mile walk in the Komen event to benefit breast cancer. Special guest Kyle Swan.

Contact: alyssa@smithmarimba.com

WHAT'S IN A NAME-PART 3

When: 6-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24 Where: Zoom Details: Part 3 of a series about how local streets and parks got their names.

Registration by phone or online.

Contact: 651-724-6001 ext. #2 or whitebearhistory.org

ROCK THE RINK When: 5:30-10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27 Where: Kellerman’s Event Center, Details: Hockey Day MN fundraiser features live music by Good for Gary, complimentary appetizers, beer release, and silent auction. Tickets $99; ages 21+.

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“THE GIRL WHO SWALLOWED A CACTUS”

When: 7 p.m. Thursday Oct. 27 and Friday, Oct. 28; 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29; 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 Where: Lakeshore Players Theatre, 4941 Long Ave. White Bear Lake Details: Performance recommended for ages 6 ad up. Tickets $20/adult; $10/ child.

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TRAVEL SHOW

When: 10 a.m-noon Friday, Oct. 28 Where: White Bear Senior Center, 2484 E County Rd F Details: Learn about the exciting rebound in the travel and tourism industry.

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TRUNK OR TREAT

When: 3-5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28 Where: Harbor Crossing, 4650 Centerville Rd., White Bear Lake Details: Treats handed out in the parking lot of the senior living residence across from Lunds & Byerlys.

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BEAR SCARE FUN RUN

When: Registration 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Where: Otter Lake Elementary School, Details: Four routes include The Spooky Scamper (small loop around school), The Skeleton Skip (1/2 mile on school grounds), Terrifying Two Miler (Otter Lake to Lincoln), and the Freaky Four Miler (Otter Lake to Lincoln and back). Costume contest winners announced by random drawing at 9:45

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a.m. $20/runner; t-shirts available. Registration online; walk-ins welcome.

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SILVER HARMONY SINGERS BENEFIT CONCERT

When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Where: Parkview United Methodist Church, 3737 Bellaire Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Annual concert benefits the White Bear Area Food Shelf. Free, but monetary donations requested.

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KIDS WORLD OF FUN

When: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Where: Majestic Pines Community Church, 930 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Parents and children through grade 6 can enjoy candy and popcorn, carnival games, prizes, moonwalk, family photos and a box maze. Free.

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OLD HOLLYWOOD MURDER MYSTERY PARTY

When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Where: Charleston Event Center, 4525 White Bear Parkway, White Bear Lake Details: Halloween party for adults is a night of mystery, mayhem and murder set in a mansion event venue. Participants are encouraged to dress up. $25 per person.

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TRICKS AND TREATS WITH THE MIGHTY ORGAN

When: 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 Where: St. Andres Lutheran Church, 900 Stillwater Rd., Mahtomedi Details: 18th annual concert features Bill Chouinard playing spooky music on Minnesota's largest pipe organ, with added special lighting and video effects.

Family-friendly; kids invited to wear non-violent costumes for a parade in the Sanctuary. Pizza sold from 5-6 p.m. and treats. Free-will offering.

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Upcoming Events: Drawing Through Mia: Landscapes

Saturday, Oct. 29, 10AM-1PM • Spend a glorious morning at Mia in this part art history, part sketching class where we explore three landscapes in Mia’s permanent collection. Register at WhiteBearArts.org/drawing

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Wednesday, Sept. 9, 10AM-12PM • In collaboration with WBCA, PAI artists have been refining their skills for over four years to learn a variety of art forms including watercolor, painting, abstract art, print and collage.

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Enriching lives in unexpected ways Interview with WBCA Board Member Heidi Brophy White Bear Lake resident Heidi Brophy was first introduced to White Bear Center for the Arts as a guest at Heart 4 Art, the WBCA’s annual fundraiser.

“At that event the program highlighted the impact the art center made on the community, and it connected with me on a personal level,” Brophy said. Not only that, but her two daughters were part of the Art in Elementary program with Mr. Kyle, which they loved.

Since then, Brophy has become involved in the art center as a volunteer, board member, and donor. “I was just open to saying yes and trying things,” she said. “As much as I do it to help the art center grow and be a strong organization, I have gotten so much out of the relationships I’ve formed and the energy I get from participating.”

Brophy recently attended the opening reception for

sometimes very unexpected ways,” Brophy said. “Being a part of the WBCA has taught me that it is not just about creating art, but appreciating it in all its forms written, spoken, musical, through paint, clay, fiber, metal, etc.

Most importantly are the people that you connect with there that make it a very open and welcome space that everyone can enjoy.”

When thinking about the WBCA | Contributed importance of art, Heidi Heidi Brophy always goes back to this SPRAYFiNGER at WBCA, quote: “Before children where there were graffiti speak, they sing. Before they art demonstrations and an write, they paint. As soon opportunity to create your as they stand, they dance. own graffiti art. “It was a Art is the basis of human joy to see people of all ages expression.” She has saved enjoying the activities and that quote because it reminds sharing the beautiful space,” her why the art center is Brophy said. “It was the important. “It speaks to our perfect illustration of why I humanness of being unique support WBCA.” and different and how we “The art center makes it can celebrate differences a better community for our and not expect people to be family in the way it enriches homogeneous and conform.” so many people’s lives in

Studio Coffee tries Plein Air Neil Johnston is a familiar face around White Bear Center for the Arts; every Friday he facilitates Studio Coffee, a class where artists come together to drink coffee and discuss all sorts of artrelated topics. Neil recently attended the Port Wing Plein Air Painting Festival in Port Wing, Wisconsin, along with some members of Studio Coffee.

How did you first hear about it, and why were you interested in being involved?

The event was something I knew about, but didn’t participate in because I was always busy with my own work. The organizers convinced me just before Covid hit and I quickly found that I really enjoyed plein air painting. It is a good contrast

to what I do in the studio, and I really enjoy painting outside.

Can you talk a bit about how members of Studio Coffee joined you at the plein air event?

What was that like?

This was interesting and a complete surprise! A month ahead of the festival, several members of studio coffee approached me about going – what a great surprise! They shared that they had reserved rooms at a hotel in Herbster, WI, and some others decided to camp. It was so nice to see familiar faces up there and share that experience. We all met up in the evenings, and for lunch to share what we had created. It was a supportive atmosphere – lots of artists sharing their perspectives, techniques, and

camaraderie. It is hard not to enjoy the outdoors and the views of Lake Superior, the place is very inspiring.

What is it about plein air painting that you’re drawn to?

I think it is the sense of moving through an environment – looking closely at how the landscape folds in to the distance. I become so aware of depth and light. It is a great challenge for me to move from my studio where I paint mostly conceptually and abstract, to a natural environment. Each time I paint, I can see how these two modes of working are more similar than different.

The inclusion of plein air experiences has been a real source of inspiration for me.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR The outstanding public servant, state Sen. Roger Chamberlain (SD 36), faces such an opponent, as do Rep. Donald Raleigh (HD 38A) and candidates Elliot Engen (HD36A) and Heidi Gunderson (HD 36B) for Minnesota House of Representatives.

Trust your instincts and avoid voting for gaslighters!

Vote Republican.

PAID LETTER Elections do have consequences Minnesota elections come down to this obvious fact: Democrats now run for office claiming to support a strong economy, world-class schools, safe communities and law enforcement.

However, if they win office, do DFL/ Democrats actually support a strong economy, world-class schools, or safe communities/law enforcement?

Democrats/DFL as office holders do not actually support our economy, children's education, safe communities and law enforcement. We now have high inflation and prices, surging crime due in part to illegal aliens and drugs, well-financed but failing public schools as in reading test scores, and much more.

All five state executive offices up for election this year are now occupied by Democrats: for example, Walz, Ellison, Simon and Blaha. How are they doing for Minnesotans? Minnesota is obviously being moved backward by Democrats.

Gaslighters have learned to skillfully manipulate voters with lies. Remember when riots, arsonists and looters were regularly called "mainly just peaceful protestors?” Our eyes saw the truth on the news! They really are gaslighters.

The fact that most Democrats even hide from debating Republicans is another strong indication of gaslighting. Most do not attempt to justify their radical policy failures. For example, Minnesota Public TV scheduled debates were cancelled at the last minute by Democrats Walz and Simon.

Don't be gaslighted by radical leftists who campaign wearing "Pro-America" clothing.

The weekly letters in this column are full of examples recognizing this reality.

Most Democrats have become subtle, manipulative and dishonest gaslighters.

Brian Davis Lino Lakes

PAID LETTER Positions on abortion clear On the matter of abortion, “Roe decision is precedent/settled law” said three Supreme Court candidates during their confirmation hearings. And look what happened when they took a seat on the Supreme Court.

They overturned a 50-year constitutional right. Sen. Chamberlain says, ”It’s the law in Minnesota, it’s not on the ballot.” Is that answer supposed to give us comfort? Read the state GOP platform. It says, “The U.S. & MN constitutions should be amended to restore legal protection to the lives of innocent human beings from conception to natural death. We are for overturning Roe v Wade and Doe v Gomez decisions.”

It is clear what the GOP candidates’ positions are on abortion based on the Minnesota GOP platform. And if they win the Senate and governorship, they have legislative powers to put extreme restrictions on abortion rights in Minnesota.

Heather Gustafson, who is running for Senate, has made her position on abortion clear. She is not hiding behind the ”It’s not on the ballot” excuse. Her position is, “The decision to have an abortion is between a woman, her doctor and her God, and NOT government.”

Please vote for Heather, who stands for women’s rights.

Mary Wakem White Bear Lake

White Bear Lake Area

Harry Melander Mahtomedi

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Oct 16th: Doctrine of Atonement Oct 23rd: Probation After Death Oct 30th: Everlasting Punishment

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Christ the King Lutheran Church

Sunday school @ 10am

Testimony meetings every Wednesday at 7:30pm in person 4705 Clark Ave White Bear Lake | 651-429-0512

1660 Birch Lake Ave., White Bear Lake

Sunday 9 AM worship in person/online Christ the Servant Lutheran Church 3676 Centerville Rd Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 www.cslcvh.org | 651-429-6595

9 am worship in person & online at www.ctkwbl.org.

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The Barley Jacks Sacrament of Reconciliation: THANK YOU! www.stjudeofthelake.org WBL 55110 | wblumc.org/links/livestream Friday 7:45 - 8:45 am Church: 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake Saturdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm 651-426-3245 | 700 Mahtomedi Avenue, Mahtomedi Parish Life Center/School: 4690 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake 10am indoor (masks recommended) & online worship By appointment

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All are welcome!

A Christian community bringing God’s love to the world.

SUNDAYS (IN-PERSON & ONLINE) 9:30AM Worship/Faith Ed 1965 East County Road E White Bear Lake, 651-777-1107

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White This should start in Bear the Unitarian Sept. 29 A Welcoming & Inclusive This should start in the Sept. 29 Faith Community Universalist Church Christmas. Christmas.

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South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church

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Service times are subject to change during the coronavirus crisis.

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St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church

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Worship: Sunday, 9am & 10:30am Wednesday, 6:30pm Daily prayer meetings and Spiritual Growth classes throughout the week. Call the church office for more information.

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This year we have a number of candidates expressing interest in being our voice on the Mahtomedi School Board. Hats off to all of these neighbors who are willing to commit the time to listen, learn and lead one of the most important assets of the community: our students.

With that civic commitment comes the responsibility to provide challenging, diverse options for learning.

The Mahtomedi Community Schools need to continue a legacy of learning for all, regardless of their interest or skill level.

On Nov. 8 or before, you should consider Ryan Domin as you cast a vote for our learners’ future. A past graduate of the district, Ryan supports all students, teaching professionals and support staff. He’ll make sure they have the resources to provide an innovative, yet basic, foundation in the classroom with an eye on the world around us.

Ryan’s A,B,C: • Academic Achievement and Accountability – Data-driven approach to programs and strategies that restore Mahtomedi as the achievement standard-bearer.

• Back to Basics - Literacy, STEM and humanities aka post-secondary preparation.

• Connection-Centric Curriculum - A focus on that which connects us (kindness, empathy, community).

Ryan is the practical choice and voice for our district.

First Church of Christ, Scientist

Church Directory Welcome!

PAID LETTER Candidate is the practical choice

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A bi-weekly section where readers will be informed on subjects of seasonal interest, upcoming events and other timely topics.

Residential: • Up to a maximum of $200 for a WaterSense labeled Toilet • Up to a maximum of $150 for an Energy Star Residential Clothes Washing Machine • Up to a maximum of $200 for an Energy Star Certified Dishwasher • Up to a maximum of $200 for a WaterSense labeled Irrigation System Controller • Up to a maximum of $500 for an Irrigation Audit by a WaterSense Certified Professional Commercial / Homeowners Associations: • Up to a maximum of $500 for a WaterSense labeled Irrigation System Controller • Up to a maximum of $1000 for an Irrigation Audit by a WaterSense Certified Professional Visit www.whitebeartownship.org/165/water-efficiency-rebate-program for more information about the Water Efficiency Rebate Program.

CAMPER & BOAT STORAGE REGULATIONS BEGINNING NOVEMBER 1ST – Outside storage of boats, travel trailers, campers & camping buses has been changed, parking on or adjacent to a driveway is only allowed from April 1st through November 1st. Snowmobiles may be parked on or adjacent to driveways from November 1st to March 31st.

WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS BEGINNING NOVEMBER 1ST – No vehicle may park on any road or street in the Township between the hours of 2 a.m. & 6 a.m. from November 1st through April 1st, or any time after a snowfall of one or more inches until the road is cleared curb to curb.

EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION – This year the Town Board recognized Mike Johnson, Township Building Official, with 20 years of service & Tom Kelly, Finance Officer, with 10 years of service & Lynette Olinger, Finance Analyst, with 5 years of service.

STRANGE FACTS ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN – • The Hollywood sign was first erected to advertise a housing development in the Hollywood Hills. The letters went up in 1923 & originally they read Hollywoodland, which was the name of the segregated development site. The sign was only supposed to stay up for 18 months, but with the popularity of cinema in LA at the time it turned into an international symbol of the golden age of Hollywood.

• Every letter is 30 feet & 50 feet high & originally it had 4,000 light globes which flashed the words

“Holly” “Wood” “Land” in separate rounds. Underneath the sign was a searchlight designed to bring even more attention to the letters. The poles that first held up the sign were transported by mules & the total cost of the project came to $21,000.

• It is illegal to alter the sign without city approval, but in 1977 the city gave approval for the ‘L’ to be covered so it read Holywood in honor of Pope John Paul II’s visit to LA. • In the 1940’s the sign’s caretaker took out the letter H when he was drunk & drove his car off the cliff & smashed into it totaling his Ford Model A. After that incident the word “land” was removed from the sign to reflect the famous area rather than the housing development & the light globes were not repaired as the cost to light them was too expensive.

• Since the sign was designed to only stand for 1 ½ years, it’s no surprise that it sustained significant damage over its lifetime. In 1978 Hugh Hefner spearheaded a campaign to restore the sign as its letters had badly deteriorated. Thanks to nine donors who each gave $27,777.77 for a specific letter, including Musician Alice Cooper who donated to restore the second ‘O’ in memory of comedian, Groucho Marx. Donations totaled $249,999.93 (around $1.5M today) & the sign was restored.

November 11 - Township Offices Closed for Veterans Day November 14 – National Pickle Day November 24 & 25 – Township Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

Visit www.whitebeartownship.org or call 651.747.2750 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township, Minnesota 55110

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Water Efficiency Rebates are available to White Bear Township utility customers who replace existing products with specified water efficient products the product must be purchased between July 1, 2022 & June 30, 2024. Expenses eligible for the rebate are the out-of-pocket cost of the product (pre-tax) & its installation only, not to include any owner labor costs. A minimum investment of $75.00 for homeowners or $200 for Commercial / HOA’s is required on the Irrigation Audits.

The rebate is for 100% of the pretax cost of the item, up to the maximum rebate amount allowed on eligible water efficiency products. A minimum investment of $75.00 for homeowners or $200 for Commercial / HOA’s is required on the Irrigation Audits.

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

CERTIFICATE OF AMENDED ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes, the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting 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: Acura Financial Services 2. The address of the principal place of business is or will be: 1919 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, CA 90501 3. The name and address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. (Only one signature is required by law.)

Note: if the business owner is a corporation, you must list the legal corporate name and the legal Registered Office of the corporation.

American Honda Finance Corporation 1919 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, CA 90501 4. This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name number 984004600043 filed with the Secretary of State on 08/04/2008.

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 28, 2022 Signed: Paul Honda, Vice President Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 19 and 26, 2022.

Mayor – two year term Two City Council Members – four year terms POLLING PLACE: Mahtomedi District Education Center 1520 Mahtomedi Avenue Mahtomedi, MN Joel Holstad, City Clerk Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 12 and 19, 2022.

CITY OF DELLWOOD

SAMPLE BALLOT – CITY PORTION GENERAL ELECTION – NOVEMBER 8, 2022

On October 4, 2022 the City of Grant adopted an ordinance to amend Chapter 6 Animals to add Article IV Animal Waste to the City Code. The ordinance establishes applicable definitions, the purpose of the ordinance, regulations and penalties regarding the proper disposal of animal waste in the City.

A printed copy of the Ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours at the office of the City Clerk or by standard or electronic mail.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

CITY OF PINE SPRINGS

NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION City Election on November 8th, 2022 Mayor – two year term Two Council Members – four year terms One Council Member – two year term Location for voting: Wildwood Library 763 Stillwater Rd. Mahtomedi, MN 55115 Hours for voting: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Victoria R. Keating, Administrator Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 12 and 19, 2022.

CITY OF PINE SPRINGS

SAMPLE BALLOT GENERAL ELECTION – NOVEMBER 8, 2022

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF AMENDED ASSUMED NAME Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes, the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting 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: Honda Financial Services 2. The address of the principal place of business is or will be: 1919 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, CA 90501 3. The name and address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. (Only one signature is required by law.)

Note: if the business owner is a corporation, you must list the legal corporate name and the legal Registered Office of the corporation.

American Honda Finance Corporation 1919 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, CA 90501 4. This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name number 269941 filed with the Secretary of State on 06/20/2002.

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 28, 2022 Signed: Paul Honda, Vice President Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 19 and 26, 2022.

CITY OF BIRCHWOOD VILLAGE, MINNESOTA

PUBLIC NOTICE OF ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will be held in the City of Birchwood, Minnesota, on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at the polling locations listed below for the purpose of voting for candidates of the offices specified below. The polls for said election will be open at 7:00 AM and will remain open until closing at 8:00 PM. CITY OF BIRCHWOOD OFFICES • Mayor • City Council Member at Large, 2 seats

Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

CITY OF GRANT

SAMPLE BALLOT GENERAL ELECTION – NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

CITY OF GRANT

GENERAL ELECTION – NOVEMBER 8, 2022 Notice is Herby Given, that the General Election will be held in the City of Grant on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, for the purpose of electing candidates for the following offices: Two Council Members – four year terms Location for Voting: Woodbury Lutheran Church Oak Hill 9050 60th Street N Stillwater, MN Kim Points, Administrator/Clerk Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 12 and 19, 2022.

CITY OF GRANT

SUMMARY – ORDINANCE NO. 2022-68 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE GRANT CODE OF ORDINANCES ESTABLISHING A SALARY AND PER-MEETING COMPENSATION FOR MAYOR AND COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF GRANT, MINNESOTA On October 4, 2022, the City of Grant adopted an ordinance amending the Grant Code of Ordinances to establish a revised salary and per-meeting compensation for the Mayor and City Council for the City of Grant, Minnesota.

A printed copy of the Ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours at the office of the City Clerk or by standard or electronic mail.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

CITY OF WILLERNIE

NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION City Election on November 8th, 2022 Mayor – two year term Two Council Members – four year terms Location for voting: WIllernie City Hall 111 Wildwood Road Willernie Hours for voting: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Victoria R. Keating, City Clerk Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 12 and 19, 2022.

CITY OF WILLERNIE

SAMPLE BALLOT GENERAL ELECTION – NOVEMBER 8, 2022

CITY OF GRANT

THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: Precinct Name Voting Location Birchwood Village City Birchwood Village Hall 207 Birchwood Ave, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 19 and 26, 2022.

CITY OF DELLWOOD

GENERAL ELECTION NOTICE Notice is Hereby Given, That a General Election will be held in the City of Dellwood on Tuesday, the eighth (8th) day of November, 2022, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, for the purpose of electing candidates for the following offices:

SUMMARY – ORDINANCE NO. 2022-69 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 12, ENVIRONMENT ADDING ARTICLE VIII CHLORIDE REDUCTION FOR THE CITY OF GRANT, MINNESOTA On October 4, 2022 the City of Grant adopted an ordinance to amend Chapter 12 Environment to add Article VIII Chloride Reduction to the City Code. The ordinance establishes applicable definitions, the purpose of the ordinance, applicable licensure and regulations regarding the usage of chloride in the City.

A printed copy of the Ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours at the office of the City Clerk or by standard or electronic mail.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

CITY OF GRANT

SUMMARY – ORDINANCE NO. 2022-70 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 6, ANIMALS ADDING ARTICLE IV ANIMAL WASTE FOR THE CITY OF GRANT, MINNESOTA

Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

CITY OF WILLERNIE

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is given that the City of Willernie will conduct a public demonstration of the DS200 tabulating equipment on October 27, 2022 at 9:15 a.m. at the WIllernie City Hall, 11 Wildwood Road, Willernie, MN. Anyone interested may attend the demonstration.

Victoria R. Keating, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PAID LETTER School board member supports Mahtomedi candidate It is with great pleasure that I write this letter in support of Mr. Kevin Donovan for the Mahtomedi School Board.

I know Mr. Donovan primarily through the White Bear Lake Rotary Club, as he served as a mentor to my husband and me for our first few months. Kevin’s leadership role, both within the Rotary Club and in the community, is evident and commendable. He works hard to do great things for both children and adults. Kevin co-chairs the Equity and Inclusion Service Committee in the Rotary and has been a part of facilitating book studies and field trips to foster personal growth for both himself and other Rotary members. He has supported children through the “Minnow Tank Project” and the “We See Each Other” initiative. The Minnow Tank Project was a mini-Shark Tank-like project where elementary school students research and advocate for charities. The We See Each Other initiative supported PK-12 schools in two districts to enhance media collections with diverse materials that reflect the students that attend our schools.

In the larger community, Mr. Donovan volunteers at a local shelter, served as the director of development on the Mahtomedi Area Education Foundation, served as the president of the Minnesota School Board Association, served on the Lake Links Trail Association and serves as a co-facilitator for Leadership Tomorrow. In addition, Kevin took a lead role in bringing the AHHA! (Artistry, Honesty, Healing and Action) Series to the White Bear Lake Center for the Arts last spring and summer.

Kevin Donovan is a proven leader who has served on the Mahtomedi School Board for 17 years and truly lives to serve and support all students, families and the larger community and will continue to share his amazing work as a Mahtomedi School Board member.

Chris Streiff Oji White Bear Lake School Board member, WBLAS ISD 624

PAID LETTER Candidate offers new voice, perspective Mark Pollard is a new voice and a fresh perspective for our school board.

He is the father of two elementary-aged children in the district, and moved here for the schools. He is a former teacher and will commit to our board for years to come. He has shown he is willing to learn the ins and outs of both what it means to be a school board member. If you watch the League of Women Voters forum, it is clear he has done his research and takes this role seriously.

That is what I want from someone who will be helping to shape our district now and in the years to come. Mark Pollard is very clear that personal politics need to stay out of our school board and public schools and to act on what is best for our teachers and students so they all feel safe, supported and can thrive academically.

Please take a few minutes and talk with your neighbors and friends about the candidates, and join me in voting for Mark Pollard for Mahtomedi School Board Nov 8.

Tina Bauman Mahtomedi

PAID LETTER Partisan politics don't belong in schools Some Mahtomedi School Board candidates are ridiculing our traditionally strong school system — content to call it "failing." That negativity will get us nowhere, except contentious board meetings.

We need school board members like Kevin Hiniker, who will build on the strengths of the schools, recognize the efforts of outstanding educators and promote constructive policy.

Other candidates are imposing partisan politics where it does not belong.

Kevin Hiniker is collaborative. He understands public school funding and the challenges of financing essential programs that serve a broad scope of learners and prepare them ALL for a future that will require strong critical thinkers.

I'm voting for Kevin!

Shannon Riley Genereux Grant

PAID LETTER Professional, personal background qualifies candidate I would like to voice my support for Jenny Peterson for the Mahtomedi School Board. I have known Jenny for several years, and have had the opportunity to see her servant leadership in action. Whether it be as a classroom volunteer, at church, or at our sons’ Scouts activities, she takes an active interest in our community's youth. As a longtime teacher at the Farm School in Stillwater, she has the professional background and experience that would make a great addition to our school board. I also believe that being an educator herself will allow her to better understand the needs of our staff and teachers as they continue to work so hard to provide a high-quality education to our children.

Additionally, with three young sons of her own, she has "skin in the game" regarding the future of the education in our district.

president of the Minnesota School Board Association - MSBA. Donovan has a long history of supporting and implementing the divisive political ideologies promoted by the MSBA and the teacher’s union. During the forum, the “woke” candidate slate dismissed the nine-year decline in student academic achievement, ignored district mismanagement and blamed “learning losses” on the pandemic. Statements made by the “woke” slate implied that “professional educators” — the MSBA and MEA — “know better” than parents and that the “professionals” — not parents or the community — should make curriculum and policy decisions for Mahtomedi students. A vote for this slate is a vote for woke policies and continued academic declines.

The “Back to Basics” academic-centered candidates are Ryan Domin, Jenny Peterson and Paul Donna. These candidates support a data-driven approach to achieve academic excellence and district accountability. They support our students and teachers, and they believe that parental and community involvement are critical for student success. If you want to restore academic excellence to Mahtomedi schools, please join me in voting for Ryan Domin, Jenny Peterson and Paul Donna.

Barb Black Mahtomedi

PAID LETTER Attacks lack credibility As a longtime Vadnais Heights resident and mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), I am proud to support Heidi Gunderson for the Minnesota House of Representatives in District 36B, which includes our neighbors in Birchwood Village, Gem Lake, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and portions

of White Bear Township.

She is a leader who prioritizes the economy, public safety and education.

Heidi is dedicated to supporting and funding local law enforcement. Heidi is the ONLY House 36B candidate endorsed by the police and Sheriff Bob Fletcher. In Heidi's time as mayor and former council member of Vadnais Heights and as a longstanding resident, she is cognizant of how actions impact our families, neighbors, businesses and schools. A priority for Heidi is to combat the high cost of living and rein in inflation. Minnesota is one of 12 states that still tax Social Security, and she is fighting to get rid of that tax.

A brief note on another matter.

The advertisements that claim Heidi Gunderson is not the best candidate due to her stance on abortion/women's rights lack credibility. In Minnesota, abortion is protected by the state Constitution. It is lawful. Regardless of your opinion, it cannot be changed unless the Minnesota Supreme Court overturns it.

In 1995, the Minnesota Supreme Court ruled in Doe v. Gomez that women in Minnesota have a constitutional right to abortion, and the state's Medical Assistance program will pay for abortions for low-income individuals. So, despite the overturning of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court of the United States, nothing has changed in Minnesota. Abortion is still available to those who believe they have no other options, and it will remain so for the foreseeable future.

Consider, then, what Brion Curran will do for you and the community if abortion is not on the ballot and she is not endorsed by the police and Sheriff Bob Fletcher.

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PAID LETTER Restore excellence to Mahtomedi schools I have written several letters regarding the nine-year decline in student academic achievement afflicting Mahtomedi students. Currently, 30-40% of Mahtomedi’s 3,200 students do not meet basic proficiency standards for math, reading or science. I am very concerned for the futures of over 1,000 Mahtomedi students who cannot read and who do not have basic, grade-level math skills. If you share my concerns and want to restore academic excellence to Mahtomedi Schools, please join me in voting to elect Ryan Domin, Jenny Peterson and Paul Donna to the Mahtomedi School Board on Nov. 8.

If you watch the recent League of Women Voter’s School Board Candidate Forum video or drive through Mahtomedi, you will notice that there are two “unofficial” slates for the three school board seats on the ballot.

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Duane Roger Bengtson, 89, Korean War veteran and former White Bear Lake resident, passed away peacefully September 18, 2022.

Duane grew up the youngest of thirteen children on “The Prairie” North of Mankato, MN. His first love was radio and after high school he attended broadcasting school. He became an on-air announcer, wrote copy, sold ad time, and performed technical work at radio station WIKB Iron River, MI. Stationed in Japan, Duane served in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1954 to 1956. It was there he first learned accounting in the electric accounting machine branch of the Army Forces, Far East, Accounts Office. He enjoyed being in Japan, saying at the time “I’ve always preferred warm climates and friendly people, and it appears that I’ve got them both here, but frankly, there’s no place like home.”

After his discharge at the rank of Specialist, Duane married childhood neighbor LaReine Adams. He continued in radio at KSUM in Fairmont, MN then KYSM in Mankato. While working at KSUM, he chose to pursue an accounting career and attended Mankato State University while working full time. He would later say that he would have continued in radio, except it wasn’t enough to support his and LaReine’s family, which would grow to five children. He went on to work as an accountant, ending with more than twenty-five years for the State of Minnesota Department of Revenue, serving many of those years as Supervisor of Corporate Auditing of seven out-of-state offices.

Duane had a heart for service, and served as Boy Scout leader for his sons’ troop. He also taught Bethel Bible Study for adults and English as a Second Language. Duane was a member of the American Legion, VFW, and Swedish Club of Mankato. After moving the family to White Bear Lake, Duane served on and was elected President of the Ramsey County Cable Commission. He was proud of his Swedish heritage and became the family genealogist.

After retiring, Duane continued his participation with the Cable Commission, volunteered as Lionmobile driver, served as Member of the Robbinsdale Senior Commission, and enjoyed traveling with wife LaReine.

Duane was preceded in death by his parents Claus and Ida (Zobel) Bengtson of Mankato, six brothers, seven sisters, and one granddaughter. He is survived by wife LaReine (Adams) Bengtson, children Michael (Carol) Bengtson of North St. Paul, Susan (Anders) Bengtson Norwig of Wyoming, MN; Charles Bengtson of Brandon, SD; Amelia Bengtson of Minnetonka, MN; Heidi (Erik) Haltson of Crystal, MN; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service to honor Duane’s life will be held at ELIM Lutheran Church on October 22, 2022 at 11 am with a repast following immediately after at Chester Bird American Legion, Golden Valley, MN. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities.

Benson, Madelyne Sophie, 79 of Vadnais Heights, MN entered into heaven on Oct. 6, 2022. She was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt and teacher.

Born in Fairmont, MN on Jan. 10, 1943. She grew up in Lake Benton, MN and Roseville, MN. Graduated from Alexander Ramsey HS ‘61, St. Cloud State College ‘65 BS Elementary Education, and Colorado State College Greely MS Education. She worked as an elementary education teacher and program coordinator in the White Bear Lake School District for 37 years. She helped create the High Potential Program and coordinated Assessment and Evaluation for the district. She worked for two years for the NEA in Washington, DC. In retirement she enjoyed time with her family, travel and researching her family’s Scandinavian ancestry. She was preceded in death by parents Lloyd and Sophie Benson. She is survived and deeply missed by her brother John (Barb) Benson, niece Kristen (Terry) MacVey, nephew David (Kristyn) Benson and great nieces Eva and Elin Benson and many relatives and friends.

Memorial Service Oct. 22, 11 AM, Trimont Covenant Church, 61 Main Street, Trimont, MN. Burial following the service at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Trimont followed by a light lunch at the Covenant Church. Memorials preferred to the White Bear Lake Area Education Foundation (wblaef.org) or causes of donor’s choice.

Arrangements by Kramer Family Funeral Home, Trimont, MN.

Sandra Marie Hoschette Sandra (Sandi) Marie Hoschette (Frieler) - Loving mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and wife of White Bear Lake passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday October 8th, 2022. Sandi was born June 11th, 1956 and had a passion for painting and jewelry making. She loved creating art for her family, especially her children and grandchildren. Sandi was proceeded in death by her mother Lola Frieler, and is survived by her father Orval Frieler, children Sean Lillibridge (Kendra), Natia Wilcek (Mat), Toby Lillibridge (Kristin), grandchildren Jade (Dylan), Autumn, Owen, Gavin and Parker, siblings David Frieler (Teresa), Gary Frieler (Sue), Philip Frieler, Cori Takemoto (Eric) and husband Phillip Hoschette.

Visitation and Celebration of Life Thursday, October 20th, 2022 4:30 PM-7 PM Jimmy’s Event Center, Vadnais Heights, MN

Mariell Michaud Eppolito Mariell Michaud Eppolito (nee Pope) born September 16, 1948. After a year of slow decline, expired peacefully August 12, 2022.

Preceded in death by her husband Michael Gene Eppolito and her parents Mary and Ellis Pope of White Bear. She is survived by her bother William C. Pope, niece Katelynn A. Salmon (Chris), grandnephew Harvey, and nephew Kyle W. Pope.

Mariell and her husband worked in the food service industry. Operating their Ma and Pa Pizzeria at a few locations on the Eastside of St. Paul.

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One of the oldest lifelong residents of Mahtomedi left us peacefully to join the love of his life, Maryann, on October 4, 2022.

Survived by his loving daughter Barbara Olmsted and caring son Tom Lodahl. Grandchildren Tim Olmsted, Mary (Troy) Shoemaker, Amy Olmsted, Kyle Lodahl and Kellsey Lodahl. Great grandchildren Allie Gorder, Ashley Gorder, Austin (Lexi) Gorder and Alex Gorder.

Celebration of Life was October 13 at Sandberg Funeral Home.

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Mahtomedi secured the outright volleyball championship in the Metro East Conference — the school’s first-ever crown in this sport — by turning back second-place Tartan 20-25, 25-17, 25-22, 25-10 at home.

“We’re thrilled to be a part of this history-making team,” said Katherine Arnason, co-captain and leading hitter. “I think a huge part of the success is our collective determination to be the best players possible for ourselves and for each other. I’m extremely proud of the girls in this program for their continual growth.”

Mahtomedi, following a 15-14 season and four losing years before that,

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Zephyrs rebound, hand Simley 1st loss

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Facing an unbeaten team for the second straight week, the Mahtomedi Zephyrs came out on top this time, shackling the Simley Warriors 38-13 in Inver Grove Heights.

The Zephyrs (6-1), who lost to St. Thomas Academy 28-14 a week earlier, scored the last 22 points in the fourth quarter against Simley, which had outscored six opponents 173-45.

“It’s been a good experience. It showed us a few things, and taught us a few things,” coach Dave Muetzel reflected about the back-to-back challenges for this team.

“St. Thomas just made a couple more big plays than we did. This week was the same as always for us, just a matter of trying to get better each week. We

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Cole Saenger was off to the races for a 76-yard kickoff return. cleaned up a few things from the week before. Our defense played very well.

They (Simley) have a good running back, and quarterback who can run and can go over the top, too.”

Mahtomedi’s Corey Bohmert carried 27 times for 172 yards including first-half touchdowns of seven and one yard, giving him 19 for the season. Cole Saenger had a big night with a 76-yard kick return, a 57-yard touchdown run,

87 yards in four carries, and an interception. The Zephyrs were 4-for-4 on two-pointers with Andrew Breien, Charlie Brandt, Ramsey Morrell and Michael Barry scoring.

The Zephyrs led 16-6 at halftime. Gavin Nelson scored for Simley on a one-yard run. In the fourth quarter, Simley’s Caden Renslow, who was 13-for-24 for 250 yards, went long to Dez Smith for a 70-yard TD, pulling the Warriors within 16-13. Mahtomedi responded with three touchdowns — Charlie Brandt’s four-yard run; Saenger’s long jaunt with three minutes left; and, after an interception by Alec Mahoney, Jack Dalum’s one-yard run.

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Coach Jaden Burns echoed that her squad is “dedicated to each other and to the sport of volleyball.” Several played

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She enjoys the group’s tenacity. “They are willing to grind through the tough spots.”

Against Tartan, Arnason spiked 39for-41 with 23 kills. Abby Bruggeman added 10 kills and Silvie Graetzer nine.

Ellie Mustar made 45 assists. Arnason and Clara Schimnowski each aced three serves. Camryn Petersen made 22 digs and Kylie Poul 12.

The Zephyrs defeated St. Anthony Village 25-11, 25-12, 25-18 as Arnason had 11 kills and Bruggeman seven aces.

At BSM, the Zephyrs beat Hutchinson 25-19, 25-19 and New Life Academy (1711) 25-23, 25-23. After that, Holy Angels (22-3) beat them 24-26, 25-21, 15-10, and BSM (20-6) beat them 16-25, 26-24,15-3.

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In a game interrupted by two blackouts, the evening otherwise went smoothly for host White Bear Lake in a 23-0 victory over Osseo.

The field went dark late in the first period and again in the second period for 15 to 20 minutes each time. The pep band kept spirits up with some lively drumming and students broke into several chants.

About the power failures, activities director Brian Peloquin explained, “The school seems to be having a breaker issue stemming from construction work this summer to tie in a new addition to our electrical system.”

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Osseo (3-4) to 133 net yards.

“We just tried to be physical. We tackled well and had a great week of practice,” coach Ryan Bartlett said.

During the darkness, he said, “We just try to stay loose and have them warm up when the lights start flickering on.”

Two long runs by Rayshaun Brakes set up touchdowns for the Bears, who were limited to 253 net yards by Osseo and lost 122 yards on 12 penalties. The fleet 5-foot-9 senior’s 63-yard gain preceded Chris Heim’s four-yard TD in the first quarter, and his 37-yard burst in the fourth led to Gavin Knutson’s 15-yard TD pass to Vatel Henderson.

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Eli Treichel booted a 27-yard field goal.

Osseo’s offense consisted mainly of Hayden Potratz passing to Iggie Cooper. The Orioles reached the Bear 15 but a sack by Heim for a 10-yard loss scuttled the drive. They had first-and-goal at the four before Michael Delaney dropped BJ Zakiel for a five-yard loss and Nick Asper sacked Potratz for a six-yard loss.

The Bears will close the regular season against Totino-Grace (16) at home Wednesday.

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provide classroom technology, software and computers for students. Related services include the maintenance of equipment and technology staff.

• Textbooks, curriculum materials and equipment, and musical instruments: The capital projects levy allows the district to purchase textbooks, curriculum materials and equipment, and musical instruments according to the district’s curriculum replacement cycle.

• Transportation: The capital projects levy allows the district to purchase buses and vans to maintain its fleet for student transportation.

“We look forward to using those funds to support communication systems for first responders when they come to our building, as well for our staff within the building,” Wald said. “The current levy is 2.208% times the net tax capacity of the district. So this is based on a tax rate, not on a per-student funding level.”

According to Wald, in order to maintain and update those systems over the next decade and respond to changing needs, a reliable funding source is necessary.

“School safety and security is a complex issue for school districts, and it has become even more complex since the last time our levy was voted on,” Wald said. “As our safety and security risks evolve very quickly, so must our ability to pivot and update those safety

and security systems. We look forward to using those funds to support communication systems for first responders when they come to our building.”

The operating levy in White Bear Lake is in place from 2018 to 2027. According to Wald, the current levy provides funding at the level of $1,326 per student.

“These funds can be used for any operational expenses across the district, and we rely on our operating levy to keep our class sizes low,” he said.

Wald said if the capital project levy doesn’t pass on Nov. 8, a gap in funding would require financial planning in safety and security, classroom technology, equipment, curriculum, instrument materials, and buses and vans to maintain the fleet for student transportation.

“Essentially, that would kick the investment down the road, because these things will eventually need to be invested in if the levy is not renewed,” Wald said.

In a recent survey, Wald noted that 89% of residents in the district stated they believe the community receives good value from its investment. Also, 80% of residents believe the district spent past referendum revenue responsibly.

“The district has also taken advantage of favorable interest rates, saving taxpayers nearly $500,000 for the next two years in interest rates,” Wald said.

“The levy renewal will not increase current taxes.”

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BRUCE STRAND | CONTRIBUTED powerful middle hitter, she Tony Zajac and Colleen (Tuckner) Kaiminaauao (left) with activities earned all-state, all-state director Brian Peloquin. tournament, all-metro, stop, outfielder and pitcher in all-region honors. all-region and all-conference Zajac was a center on Mari- baseball. honors. A three-year starter Zajac continued his football ner’s state runner-up hockey in volleyball, she also was in career at St. Thomas, where track, softball and basketball. team in 1982 and collected he started three years, made six all-conference awards in Kaiminaauao continued Division III All-America as football, hockey and baseher volleyball career at a senior and was all-MIAC ball. A two-time all-stater North Dakota State Univertwice, playing defensive back in football as a quarterback, sity, where she was team defensive back and kicker, he and kicker. captain and helped the Bison Their selection was anhelped the Dolphins win 21 win their conference and nounced by Brian Peloquin, of 27 games over three years. place fifth in the nation. She He was a power-hitting short- activities director. earned all-conference and

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ST. PAUL W-7 P-06 EAST SIDE COMMUNITY CENTER (W-7 P-6) 1526 6TH ST E ST PAUL ST. PAUL W-7 P-07 WILSON HI-RISE (W-7 P-7) 1300 WILSON AVE ST PAUL ARDEN HILLS P-1 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE WAY (P-1) 3382 LEXINGTON AVE N SHOREVIEW ST. PAUL W-7 P-08 PROGRESSIVE BAPTIST CHURCH (W-7 P-8) 1505 BURNS AVE ST PAUL ARDEN HILLS P-2 BETHEL UNIVERSITY–ANDERSON CENTER (P-2) 2 PINE TREE DR ARDEN HILLS ST. PAUL W-7 P-09 HAZEL PARK CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (W-7 P-9) 1831 MINNEHAHA AVE E ST PAUL ARDEN HILLS P-3 NORTH HEIGHTS LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-3) 1700 HIGHWAY 96 W ARDEN HILLS ST. PAUL W-7 P-10 EASTERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (W-7 P-10) 2001 MARGARET ST ST PAUL BLAINE W-1 P-10 BLAINE CITY HALL (W-1 P-10) 10801 TOWN SQUARE DR NE BLAINE ST. PAUL W-7 P-11 CONWAY RECREATION CENTER (W-7 P-11) 2090 CONWAY AVE ST PAUL FALCON HEIGHTS P-1 FALCON HEIGHTS CITY HALL (P-1) 2077 LARPENTEUR AVE W FALCON HEIGHTS FALCON HEIGHTS P-2 FALCON HEIGHTS UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (P-2) 1795 HOLTON ST FALCON HEIGHTS ST. 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PAUL W-7 P-13 HIGHWOOD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (W-7 P-13) 2188 LONDIN LN ST PAUL SHOREVIEW P-1 LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION (P-1) 3115 VICTORIA ST N ROSEVILLE LAUDERDALE P-1 LAUDERDALE CITY HALL (P-1) 1891 WALNUT ST LAUDERDALE SHOREVIEW P-2 SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-2) 3920 VICTORIA ST N SHOREVIEW LITTLE CANADA P-1 ROSEVILLE AREA MIDDLE SCHOOL (P-1) 15 COUNTY ROAD B2 E LITTLE CANADA SHOREVIEW P-3 SHOREVIEW CITY HALL (P-3) 4600 VICTORIA ST N SHOREVIEW LITTLE CANADA P-2 LITTLE CANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P-2) 400 ELI RD LITTLE CANADA SHOREVIEW P-4 SHOREVIEW COMMUNITY CENTER (P-4) 4580 VICTORIA ST N SHOREVIEW LITTLE CANADA P-3 LITTLE CANADA CITY CENTER (P-3) 515 LITTLE CANADA RD E LITTLE CANADA SHOREVIEW P-5 SHOREVIEW COMMUNITY CENTER (P-5) 4850 VICTORIA ST N SHOREVIEW MAPLEWOOD P-01 EDGERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P-1) 1929 EDGERTON ST MAPLEWOOD SHOREVIEW P-6 INCARNATION LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-6) 4880 HODGSON RD NORTH OAKS MAPLEWOOD P-02 EDGERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P-2) 1929 EDGERTON ST MAPLEWOOD MAPLEWOOD P-03 GLADSTONE EDUCATION CENTER (P-3) 1945 MANTON ST MAPLEWOOD SHOREVIEW P-7 LAKE JOHANNA FIRE DEPARTMENT (P-7) 5545 LEXINGTON AVE SHOREVIEW MAPLEWOOD P-04 WAKEFIELD PARK COMMUNITY BUILDING (P-4) 1860 HAZELWOOD ST MAPLEWOOD SPRING LAKE PARK P-1R EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN CENTER (P-1R) 7777 UNIVERSITY AVE NE SPRING LAKE PARK VADNAIS HEIGHTS P-1 VADNAIS HEIGHTS COMMONS (P-1) 655 COUNTY ROAD F E VADNAIS HEIGHTS MAPLEWOOD P-05 MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER/YMCA (P-5) 2100 WHITE BEAR AVE N MAPLEWOOD VADNAIS HEIGHTS P-2 VADNAIS HEIGHTS COMMONS (P-2) 655 COUNTY ROAD F E VADNAIS HEIGHTS MAPLEWOOD P-06 REDEEMING LOVE CHURCH (P-6) 2425 WHITE BEAR AVE N MAPLEWOOD VADNAIS HEIGHTS P-3 VADNAIS HEIGHTS COMMONS (P-3) 655 COUNTY ROAD F E VADNAIS HEIGHTS MAPLEWOOD P-07 FIRST EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH (P-7) 2696 HAZELWOOD ST MAPLEWOOD VADNAIS HEIGHTS P-4 VADNAIS HEIGHTS SOUTH FIRE STATION (P-4) 3595 ARCADE ST VADNAIS HEIGHTS MAPLEWOOD P-08 RAMSEY COUNTY LIBRARY–MAPLEWOOD (P-8) 3025 SOUTHLAWN DR MAPLEWOOD WHITE BEAR TWP P-1 OTTER LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P-1) 1401 COUNTY ROAD H2 E WHITE BEAR TWP MAPLEWOOD P-09 JUSTICE ALAN PAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P-9) 2410 HOLLOWAY AVE E MAPLEWOOD WHITE BEAR TWP P-2 LAKESHORE PLAYERS THEATRE (P-2) 4941 LONG AVE WHITE BEAR LAKE MAPLEWOOD P-10 JUSTICE ALAN PAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P-10) 2410 HOLLOWAY AVE E MAPLEWOOD WHITE BEAR TWP P-3 SOUTH SHORE TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-3) 2480 SOUTH SHORE BLVD WHITE BEAR LAKE MAPLEWOOD P-11 BEAVER LAKE EDUCATION CENTER (P-11) 1060 STERLING ST N MAPLEWOOD WHITE BEAR TWP P-4 HERITAGE HALL (P-4) 4200 OTTER LAKE RD WHITE BEAR TWP MAPLEWOOD P-12 CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P-12) 2680 UPPER AFTON RD E MAPLEWOOD WHITE BEAR TWP P-5 OTTER LAKE ELEMENTARY (P-5) 1401 COUNTY ROAD H2 E WHITE BEAR TWP MAPLEWOOD P-13 LUTHERAN CHURCH OF PEACE (P-13) 47 CENTURY AVE S MAPLEWOOD WHITE BEAR LAKE W-1 P-1 WHITE BEAR LAKE CITY HALL–COUNCIL CHAMB (W-1 P-1) 4701 HIGHWAY 61 WHITE BEAR LAKE MOUNDS VIEW P-1 MOUNDS VIEW COMMUNITY CENTER (P-1) 5394 EDGEWOOD DR MOUNDS VIEW WHITE BEAR LAKE W-2 P-1 RAMSEY COUNTY LIBRARY–WHITE BEAR LAKE (W-2 P-1) 2150 2ND ST WHITE BEAR LAKE MOUNDS VIEW P-2 MOUNDS VIEW COMMUNITY CENTER (P-2) 5394 EDGEWOOD DR MOUNDS VIEW WHITE BEAR LAKE W-3 P-1 SUNRISE PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL GYM (W-3 P-1) 2399 CEDAR AVE WHITE BEAR LAKE MOUNDS VIEW P-3 MOUNDS VIEW COMMUNITY CENTER (P-3) 5394 EDGEWOOD DR MOUNDS VIEW WHITE BEAR LAKE W-4 P-1 WHITE BEAR LAKE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CTR (W-4 P-1) 2449 ORCHARD LN WHITE BEAR LAKE MOUNDS VIEW P-4 MOUNDS VIEW COMMUNITY CENTER (P-4) 5394 EDGEWOOD DR MOUNDS VIEW WHITE BEAR LAKE W-4 P-1 WHITE BEAR LAKE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CTR (W-4 P-2) 2449 ORCHARD LN WHITE BEAR LAKE NEW BRIGHTON P-1 ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH (P-1) 835 2ND AVE NW NEW BRIGHTON WHITE BEAR LAKE W-5 P-1 ST. STEPHEN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH (W-5 P-1) 1965 COUNTY ROAD E E WHITE BEAR LAKE NEW BRIGHTON P-2 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS (P-2) 100 SILVER LAKE RD NW NEW BRIGHTON NEW BRIGHTON P-3 SALEM COVENANT CHURCH (P-3) 2655 5TH ST NW NEW BRIGHTON A public test of the voting system to be used at the general election will be conducted at 9:00 a.m. on October NEW BRIGHTON P-4 CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-4) 1900 7TH ST NW NEW BRIGHTON 28, 2022 at the Ramsey County Elections Office, located at 90 W Plato Blvd. To see your sample ballot or find your NEW BRIGHTON P-5 FAITH CHURCH (P-5) 1600 SILVER LAKE RD NEW BRIGHTON polling place, visit mnvotes.org. For more elections and voting information, contact Ramsey County Elections Office at NEW BRIGHTON P-6 NEW BRIGHTON COMMUNITY CENTER (P-6) 400 10TH ST NW NEW BRIGHTON elections@ramseycounty.us A public test of the voting system toorbe651-266-2171. used at the general election will be conducted at 9:00 a.m. on October 28, 2022 at the NEW BRIGHTON P-7 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (P-7) 1000 LONG LAKE RD NEW BRIGHTON Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 19 and 26, 2022.

Ramsey County Elections Office, located at 90 W Plato Blvd. To see your sample ballot or find your polling place, visit NEW BRIGHTON P-8 GRACEPOINT CHURCH (P-8) 2351 RICE CREEK RD NEW BRIGHTON mnvotes.org. For more elections and voting information, contact Ramsey County Elections Office at elections@ramseycounty.us NORTH OAKS P-1 NORTH OAKS CITY HALL–COUNCIL CHAMBERS (P-1) 100 VILLAGE CENTER DR NORTH OAKS or 651-266-2171.

NORTH OAKS P-2 NORTH OAKS GOLF CLUB (P-2) 54 EAST OAKS RD NORTH OAKS MINUTES SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 NORTH ST. PAUL P-1 RIVER OF GOD CHURCH (P-1) 2490 7TH AVE E NORTH ST PAUL Abbreviated Minutes-complete information available from the Superintendent’s office or online at www.isd624.org.

NORTH ST. PAUL P-2 NORTH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (P-2) 2675 HIGHWAY 36 E NORTH ST PAUL A meeting of the White Bear Lake Area School Board was held on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. in NORTH ST. PAUL P-3 COWERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (P-3) 2131 MARGARET ST N NORTH ST PAUL Room 112 at District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN. This meeting was open to the public and a NORTH ST. PAUL P-4 RICHARDSON SCHOOL-GYM (P-4) 2400 17TH AVE E NORTH ST PAUL recording is posted on the website. PROCEDURAL ITEMS 1) Chair Ellison called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.

ROSEVILLE P-01 CENTENNIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (P-1) 1524 COUNTY ROAD C2 W ROSEVILLE 2) Roll Call - Present: Newmaster, Thompson, Arcand, Beloyed, Daniels, Ellison. Absent: Streiff Oji. Ex-Officio: Dr. ROSEVILLE P-02 ROSEVILLE COVENANT CHURCH (P-2) 2865 HAMLINE AVE N ROSEVILLE Wayne Kazmierczak. 3) Pledge of Allegiance. 4) Newmaster moved and Daniels seconded to approve the agenda as ROSEVILLE P-03 ROSEVILLE CITY HALL (P-3) 2660 CIVIC CENTER DR ROSEVILLE presented. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. 5) Induction of Student Representatives - Lauren Collier ROSEVILLE P-04 NORTH HEIGHTS LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-4) 2701 RICE ST N ROSEVILLE and Arianna Vann-Cook were introduced as the School Board Student Representatives for the 2022-2023 school ROSEVILLE P-05 ST. CHRISTOPHER'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH (P-5) 2300 HAMLINE AVE N ROSEVILLE year. 6) Beloyed moved and Thompson seconded to approve the consent agenda consisting of: a) Minutes for regular ROSEVILLE P-06 PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-6) 2561 VICTORIA ST N ROSEVILLE Board meeting on August 8, 2022, and August 22, 2022; b) Invoices based upon a random sample, all of which met ROSEVILLE P-07 CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY (P-7) 535 COUNTY ROAD B2 W ROSEVILLE the standards and guidelines as set by the School Board; c) Correspondence; d) Resolution regarding acceptance of ROSEVILLE P-08 1910 COUNTY ROAD B W ROSEVILLE AŊPÉTU TÉČA EDUCATION CENTER (P-8) gifts with thank you letters directed to the donors; e) Field trips; f) Resolution regarding personnel items. Roll call vote: ROSEVILLE P-09 RAMSEY COUNTY LIBRARY–ROSEVILLE (P-9) 2180 HAMLINE AVE N ROSEVILLE Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried. PUBLIC FORUM. INFORMATION ITEMS 1) Student Recognition - Students on ROSEVILLE P-10 ROSEVILLE LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-10) 1215 ROSELAWN AVE W ROSEVILLE the Trap and Skeet Team and the Fishing Team were recognized and congratulated by Dr. Kazmierczak for earning ROSEVILLE P-11 GALILEE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (P-11) 145 MCCARRONS BLVD N ROSEVILLE state and national recognition. 2) Superintendent’s Report - Lauren Collier spoke about the first week of school. She ST ANTHONY P-1 SILVERWOOD PARK EVENT CENTER (P-1) 2500 COUNTY ROAD E ST ANTHONY highlighted the win for the football team, musical auditions, and upcoming games for football, soccer and volleyball.

ST. PAUL W-1 P-01 GALTIER SCHOOL (W-1 P-1) 1317 CHARLES AVE ST PAUL She also spoke about the dress-up days for Homecoming week. Dr. Kazmierczak spoke about the excitement of ST. PAUL W-1 P-02 MARTIN LUTHER KING RECREATION CENTER (W-1 P-2) 271 MACKUBIN ST SAINT PAUL welcoming students back for the 2022-23 academic year, and how to stay current with district information via e-newsST. PAUL W-1 P-03 ST. STEPHANUS LUTHERAN CHURCH (W-1 P-3) 739 LAFOND AVE ST PAUL letters, Facebook and Twitter. He also gave information about Homecoming 2022, online ticketing for varsity sporting ST. PAUL W-1 P-04 ST. STEPHANUS LUTHERAN CHURCH (W-1 P-4) 739 LAFOND AVE ST PAUL events, the Lifetime Senior Activities Pass, and District 624 employment opportunities. He finished with information ST. PAUL W-1 P-05 MAXFIELD SCHOOL (W-1 P-5) 380 VICTORIA ST N ST PAUL about joining the Strategic Emergence action teams and a capital projects levy update. 3) Opening School Report ST. PAUL W-1 P-06 JIMMY LEE RECREATION CENTER (W-1 P-6) 270 LEXINGTON PKWY N ST PAUL - Members for the Leadership Team highlighted the work done this summer to get a good start to the school year.

ST. PAUL W-1 P-07 UNITY UNITARIAN CHURCH (W-1 P-7) 733 PORTLAND AVE ST PAUL DISCUSSION ITEMS 1) First Reading of School Board Policies: a) Policy 506, Student Discipline. The policy listed will ST. PAUL W-1 P-08 MARTIN LUTHER KING RECREATION CENTER (W-1 P-8) 271 MACKUBIN ST ST PAUL be on the October 10, 2022 or subsequent agenda for a second reading. BOARD FORUM. ADJOURNMENT - Arcand ST. PAUL W-1 P-09 JACKSON SCHOOL (W-1 P-9) 437 EDMUND AVE ST PAUL moved and Daniels seconded to adjourn the meeting at 6:46 p.m. Voice vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried.

ST. PAUL W-1 P-10 MOUNT ZION TEMPLE (W-1 P-10) 1300 SUMMIT AVE ST PAUL Submitted by: Angela Thompson, clerk.

ST. PAUL W-1 P-11 RAVOUX HI-RISE (W-1 P-11) 280 RAVOUX ST ST PAUL Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

ST. PAUL W-1 P-12 RICE STREET LIBRARY (W-1 P-12) 1011 RICE ST ST PAUL ST. PAUL W-1 P-13 MOUNT AIRY HI-RISE (W-1 P-13) 200 ARCH ST E ST PAUL ST. PAUL W-2 P-01 CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (W-2 P-1) 500 CEDAR ST ST PAUL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 ST. PAUL W-2 P-02 AWAKEN COMMUNITY CHURCH (W-2 P-2) 506 VIEW ST ST PAUL Abbreviated Minutes-complete information available from the Superintendent’s office or online at www.isd624.org.

ST. PAUL W-2 P-03 WEST 7TH COMMUNITY CENTER (W-2 P-3) 265 ONEIDA ST ST PAUL A work session of the White Bear Lake Area School Board was held on Monday, September 26, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

ST. PAUL W-2 P-04 PALACE COMMUNITY CENTER (W-2 P-4) 781 PALACE AVE ST PAUL in Room 112 at District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN. This meeting was open to the public and ST. PAUL W-2 P-05 LINWOOD RECREATION CENTER (W-2 P-5) 860 ST CLAIR AVE ST PAUL a recording is posted on the website. PROCEDURAL ITEMS 1) Call to Order - Chair Ellison called the meeting to ST. PAUL W-2 P-06 SUMMIT CHURCH (W-2 P-6) 845 SUMMIT AVE ST PAUL order at 5:30 p.m. 2) Roll Call - Present: Streiff Oji, Arcand, Daniels, Ellison, Newmaster. Absent: Beloyed, Thompson.

ST. PAUL W-2 P-07 LANDMARK CENTER (W-2 P-7) 75 5TH ST W ST PAUL DISCUSSION ITEMS 1) Construction Update - Tim Wald, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations was ST. PAUL W-2 P-08 SALVATION ARMY (W-2 P-8) 401 7TH ST W ST PAUL joined by teacher Abby Kath, principals John Leininger and Dan Schmidt, Paul Aplikowski and other representatives ST. PAUL W-2 P-09 ST. MATTHEW'S PARISH CENTER (W-2 P-9) 490 HALL AVE ST PAUL from Wold Architects and Engineers, and AJ Lillesve from Kraus Anderson Construction to give a construction update.

ST. PAUL W-2 P-10 EL RIO VISTA RECREATION CENTER (W-2 P-10) 179 ROBIE ST E ST PAUL 2) Summer Learning Program Update - Tim Maurer, Director of Community Services and Recreation and Lisa Ouren, ST. PAUL W-2 P-11 HUMBOLDT HIGH SCHOOL (W-2 P-11) 640 HUMBOLDT AVE ST PAUL Director of Student Support Services were joined by Darcy Rodriguez, Early Childhood Coordinator, Kristen Johnson, ST. PAUL W-2 P-12 HUMBOLDT HIGH SCHOOL (W-2 P-12) 640 HUMBOLDT AVE ST PAUL Assistant Director of Student Support Services, and Nicole Oswald, Out of School Time Programs Coordinator to ST. PAUL W-2 P-13 HOPE ACADEMY (W-2 P-13) 720 PAYNE AVE ST PAUL provide an update on summer learning programming, including Next Step K, Camp Summer, and Summer U. 3) ST. PAUL W-3 P-01 TEMPLE OF AARON (W-3 P-1) 616 MISS. RIVER BLVD ST PAUL Freedom Schools Update - Tim Maurer, Director of Community Services and Recreation gave an update on our first ST. PAUL W-3 P-02 NATIVITY CHURCH-STEINER HALL (W-3 P-2) 1938 STANFORD AVE ST PAUL Summer Freedom Schools and our plans for Summer 2023. OPERATIONAL ITEMS 1) Arcand moved and Streiff Oji ST. PAUL W-3 P-03 LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC COMMUNITY (W-3 P-3) 2055 BOHLAND AVE ST PAUL seconded to approve the Certification for 2022 Payable 2023 Preliminary Property Tax Levy. Roll call vote: Ayes, all.

ST. PAUL W-3 P-04 HIGHLAND PARK COMM CTR (HILLCREST) (W-3 P-4) 1978 FORD PKWY ST PAUL Nays, none. Motion carried. 2) Daniels moved and Arcand seconded to approve the action on the Bid for Unified High ST. PAUL W-3 P-05 MONTREAL HI-RISE (W-3 P-5) 1085 MONTREAL AVE ST PAUL School Ceiling Tensile Fabric Structure in the amount of $318,586. Roll call vote: Ayes, all. Nays, none. Motion carried.

ST. PAUL W-3 P-06 ST. LUKE LUTHERAN CHURCH (W-3 P-6) 1807 FIELD AVE ST PAUL ADJOURNMENT - Arcand moved and Daniels seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:26 p.m. Voice vote: Ayes, all.

ST. PAUL W-3 P-07 MACALESTER/PLYMOUTH UNITED CHURCH (W-3 P-7) 1658 LINCOLN AVE ST PAUL Nays, none. Motion carried. Submitted by: Margaret Newmaster, acting clerk.

ST. PAUL W-3 P-08 GLORIA DEI LUTHERAN CHURCH (W-3 P-8) 700 SNELLING AVE S ST PAUL Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

ST. PAUL W-3 P-09 GLORIA DEI LUTHERAN CHURCH (W-3 P-9) 700 SNELLING AVE S ST PAUL ST. PAUL W-3 P-10 HIGHLAND PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (W-3 P-10) 1015 SNELLING AVE S ST PAUL ST. PAUL W-3 P-11 JIE MING ACADEMY (W-3 P-11) 1845 SHERIDAN AVE W ST PAUL ST. PAUL W-3 P-12 AWAKEN COMMUNITY CHURCH (W-3 P-12) 506 VIEW ST ST PAUL

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WHIITE BEAR LAKE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624

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CITY OF MAHTOMEDI WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA

NOTICE OF PROJECT PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT HEARING JUNIPER STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Mahtomedi will hold a public hearing and meet in the City Council Chambers at 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 to consider the making of the following improvements for the Juniper Street Reconstruction Project on Juniper Street from East Avenue east to the end of the cul-de-sac.

JUNIPER STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT The area proposed to be specially assessed is generally described as properties abutting or with direct access to Juniper Street from East Avenue east to the end of the cul-de-sac. The roadway improvements include full street and storm sewer reconstruction improvements.

ESTIMATED COST OF PROJECT $405,900 - The estimated cost includes construction and overhead costs for the project. The overhead costs include funds for administration, legal, fiscal, engineering design, preparation of plans and specifications, field surveying, and inspection. The overhead costs are estimated at 25% of the construction cost.

Given the scope of the project, a 5% contingency has been included. The estimated unit prices for construction costs are based on actual bid tabulations from recent local projects of similar scope. The project cost estimates reflect the estimated construction cost, which includes contractor costs for labor, equipment and materials. Estimated costs include all utility improvement costs associated with the street improvements.

The area proposed to be specially assessed is generally described as properties along the Juniper Street east of East Avenue. These properties (proposed to be specially assessed) are more particularly described in the project feasibility study by Washington County Tax Parcel Identification Numbers, and the parcel owners according to the Washington County Property Tax Records are listed in the project feasibility study.

The project is proposed to be specially assessed against tax parcels abutting said improvements. The area, described above, will be subject to special assessment of the project costs pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429.

The City’s Consulting Engineer will be present to describe the physical and financial impact of the proposed project as described in the project feasibility study and proposed plans and specifications. Persons desiring to be heard with reference to the proposed improvements will be heard at said time and place of the public hearing. Written or oral objections will be considered at the public hearing.

The City’s assessment policy and a project feasibility study are on file with the City Clerk and the City’s Consulting Engineer. The City’s assessment policy and the feasibility study are immediately available for public inspection by contacting the City’s City Clerk Jerene Rogers at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota 55115, or by telephone at 651-426-3344.

The feasibility study includes a reasonable estimate of the total amount to be assessed, and a description of the methodology used to calculate individual assessments for affected parcels. Any updates on estimated assessment amounts will be available at the hearing together with the assessment methodology. A reasonable estimate of the total amount to be assessed, and a description of the methodology used to calculate individual assessments for all affected parcels will be available at the hearing.

Mail on or about October 12, 2022 Jerene Rogers, City Clerk Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 12 and 19, 2022.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO DISCUSS THE PROPOSED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR 2023-2027 Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Mahtomedi will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, to consider the proposed Capital Improvement Plan for 2023-2027. The CIP will be available for viewing on the City’s website at www.ci.mahtomedi.mn.us. Anyone having an interest in this matter is invited to attend this meeting.

Jerene Rogers, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

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WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA

PUBLIC NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the City Council of Willernie will hold a public hearing on on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., at the regular City meeting place in the Willernie City Hall, 111 Wildwood Road, Willernie, MN, to consider adoption of amendments and additions to the Willernie City Code of Ordinances. The following sections of the Code include amendments to reflect this proposed change.

1) Chapter 900, an amendment adding Section 904 relating to Pet Waste 2) Chapter 1600, an addition regarding the Adoption of Standards of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Copies of the proposed amendments are on file with the City Clerk for those interested in reviewing the proposed amendments prior to the hearing. All interested persons will have an opportunity to be heard at the hearing. Written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk prior to the hearing.

Dated: October 13, 2022

BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL Vickie Keating, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is given the City of Mahtomedi will conduct a public demonstration of the DS200 tabulating equipment on Friday, October 28, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at the City Office, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, MN 55115 Jerene Rogers, City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 35 OF THE TOWN OF WHITE BEAR, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA, DATED SEPTEMBER 8, 1972, AS AMENDED AND ENTITLED “ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF WHITE BEAR RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA” AND DIVIDING THE TOWN INTO DISTRICTS OR ZONES THE TOWN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE TOWN OF WHITE BEAR ORDAINS: SECTION 1. AMENDMENT. Section 6-5 – CONDITIONAL USES of Ordinance No. 35 is amended by adding under “I-1” – Light Industrial, the following: (14). Bulk Deicing Chemical Materials Storage.

SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY. Should any section, subdivision, clause or other provision of this Ordinance be held to be invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole, or of any part thereof, other than the part held to be invalid.

SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force form and after its passage and publication.

Passed by the Town Board of Supervisors of the Town of White Bear, Ramsey County, Minnesota, this 3rd day of October, 2022.

APPROVED: ED M. PRUDHON, Chair ATTEST: PATRICK CHRISTOPHERSON, Clerk-Treasurer Board of Supervisors: ED M. PRUDHON, Chair, STEVEN A. RUZEK, SCOTT M. MCCUNE Supervisors Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110

PUBLIC NOTICE Description of Proposed School Construction Project - White Bear Lake Public School District, ISD #0624-01 is proposing a single-question referendum on November 8, 2022, that would authorize the renewal of an existing capital projects levy, which expires with the Payable 2023 levy, for a ten year period. If approved by voters, the district would levy $2,590,309, beginning with the Payable 2024 levy. The annual levy amount in the nine subsequent years would be computed by multiplying 2.208% times the preceding year’s Net Tax Capacity (NTC) and would be authorized for annual certification by the school board. The estimated total cost of the projects to be funded over the ten year period is $25.9 million if the District’s NTC remains constant. With growth in the District’s NTC over the ten year period covered by the capital projects referendum, total project costs, and the associated annual capital project levy, will be higher.

Proposed projects include: safety and security equipment, school bus/van purchases, musical instruments, and technology upgrades (computers, infrastructure & software). The proposed projects appear to be in the long-term interest of the school district. In addition, the school board is aware that capital projects levy proceeds are only authorized to fund the capital projects proposed in this review and comment submission and eligible under Minnesota Statutes, section 126C.10, subdivision 14. Review and Comment Statement - Based on the department’s analysis of the school district’s required documentation and other pertinent information from sources of the Minnesota Department of Education, the Commissioner of Education provides a positive review and comment. Additional Information is Available - Persons desiring additional information regarding this proposal should contact the school district superintendent’s office. Signed, Heather Mueller, Ed.D. Commissioner August 5, 2022.

Published one time in the White Bear Press on October 19, 2022.

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SELF STORAGE AUCTION 3716 Scheuneman Rd, Gem Lake, MN 55110, (651) 429-1311 Sale of stored goods onsite. Date of auction: 11-11-22 at 5pm Linda Medin – Misc. items; Joshua Berwald – Misc. items Published two times in the White Bear Press on October 19 and 26, 2022.

VADNAIS LAKE AREA WATER MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION (VLAWMO)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO PROVIDE LEGAL COUNSEL SERVICES The Vadnais Lake Area Water Management Organization (VLAWMO) seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide professional legal counsel services on an “as needed” basis to address a continued need. VLAWMO will select a firm based on experience, technical capacity, billing rate, responsiveness and the scope of services listed here: stormwater management, public drainage, & utility issues; contract & agreement review; legal boundary updates; Wetland Conservation Act appeals; enforcement action; and Joint Powers Agreement updates, as requested. A full copy of the RFP is available on the VLAWMO website https://www.vlawmo.org/index.php/download_file/4128/. Please submit proposals electronically via PDF by 3:00 PM on November 4, 2022 to phil.belfiori@vlawmo.org. Questions should be addressed to Phil Belfiori, Administrator, by email /phone (651-204-6073).

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BEARS SPORTS BRIEFS the day,” coach Michelle Leverty said. “It was very fun to coach and watch the girls play as a team.” Kylie Gustafson logged 33 kills and four blocks, Blessing Adebisi 28 kills and 23 blocks, Briah Hill 17 kills and four blocks, Annika Olsen 95 assists, 18 digs and three aces, Kailey Giese 39 digs and four aces, Kennidee Thomas six aces and 24 digs, Izzie Martin 19 digs and nine aces, and Ella Stadtherr nine kills, nine blocks and 10 aces. The Bears had lost to Forest Lake 25-13, 25-14, 25-22 and Cretin-Derham Hall 25-21, 28-26, 25-15 earlier in the week.

GIRLS SOCCER

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The Bear volleyball team was all smiles after winning the Irondale tournament.

VOLLEYBALL

White Bear Lake went 5-0 at the Irondale tournament, a season highlight for the Bears (14-13), who had lost six straight previously. The Bears beat St. Croix Lutheran (15-8) 25-17, 25-11; Minnehaha Academy (195) 23-25, 25-15, 15-13; Maranatha Christian (7-18) 25-11, 25-17; Irondale (19-8) 26-24, 29-27; and Brainerd (13-13) 25-17, 25-22. They reversed an earlier 3-0 loss to Irondale. “We played very well and consistent throughout

White Bear Lake’s season ended with a 1-0 loss to Woodbury in the Section 4AAA semifinals. It was Woodbury’s second 1-0 win over the Bears and 10th shutout in the last 12 games. The Bears were stout on defense as well, except for giving up a goal to Ivella Barber just 45 seconds into the game. Offensively, co-coach John Dierkhising said, “We tried everything to crack their back line and nothing worked.” The Bears finished 13-5, including a 3-0 win over Tartan in the first round on goals by Gabby Hofeld, Abby O’Brien and Jenna Maloy in the second half.

SWIMMING

White Bear Lake lost to Irondale 102-76, then placed fifth of six teams in Section 4AA true-team in Stillwater. Winning against Irondale were Lily Jenkins, 200 freestyle (2:09.97); Lucy Borofka, 50 free (26.17) and backstroke (1:07.43); and Ella Maas, breaststroke

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A solid White Bear Lake season ended last week.

In team play, the Bears lost to Mounds View 6-1 in the Section 4AA semifinals and finished 14-8. Kaylee Zimmerman won a three-setter at 3-singles for the lone point. In section individuals, Alex Reiland and Alexina Erickson beat teams from Fridley and Irondale before being ousted by a Centennial duo. Winning once each and losing in the second round were Mia Haskins/Tally Domschot in doubles and Ellia Groneberg in singles.

BOYS GOLF

The second annual Boys Golf Alumni Scramble was held at Troy Burne, coach Craig Navik reported, adding that 11 foursomes participated “representing teams all the way back to 1988, my first year coaching.” The winning group was Alex Proulx, Andrew Ellefson and Neil Rude. The Bears will host their pasta dinner fund-raiser on Nov. 14 at Donatelli’s, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Nasvik said. Tickets for $8 can be purchased at the door.

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FOUR SEASONS

Top-seeded Mahtomedi rolled past North St. Paul 10-0 and Chisago Lakes 7-0 in Section 4AA. The three-time defending state Class 2A champion Zephyrs (15-2) hosted Hill-Murray (11-41) in the finals. The Zephyrs have won 13 straight matches, the last seven by shutout, including a 2-0 win over the Pioneers. Katelyn Beulke had three goals and two assists against North St. Paul.

She made five assists against Chisago Lakes while Olivia Thiele booted three goals. In the two games, Kaitlyn Moltzan notched three goals, Allie Rippentrop two, and Lily Lindquist, Aynslea Ulschmid, Lexi Jensen, Kaila Och, Cece Emery and Faith Peper one each.

In the nets were Stella Grabow and Jacque Worden.

TENNIS

Mahtomedi lost to Roseville Area 4-3 in the Section 4AA semi-finals, ending the dual meet season with a 13-7 record including two 4-3 losses to the Raiders. Mari Meger won at 1-singles, as did Campbell Albers/Kate Hoffman and Sonya Potthoff/Megan Langer in doubles. In section individuals, Meger, seeded second, beat opponents from Fridley, Stillwater and Hill-Murray by a combined 36-3, while Albers/ Hoffman, seeded second in doubles, rolled past North, Stillwater and Totino-Grace by a combined 36-2. Both faced Mounds View opponents Tuesday when semifinals and finals were held.

Potthoff/Langer defeated Totino-Grace and Hill-Murray teams, then lost to Mounds View.

BOYS SOCCER

Mahtomedi’s season ended in the first round of Section 4AA with a 3-1 loss to Totino-Grace at home. The Zephyrs, who won the section last year, finished 8-6-3.

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THE CHICK HAS NEVER LOOKED BETTER, ESPECIALLY WITH THE GORGEOUS BACKDROP OF FALL COLORS ALL AROUND THE LAKE. THE EAGLES CONTINUE TO TERRORIZE THE COOTS, WHILE THE CHICK AND THE OTHER JUVENILE LOONS FISH WITH INCREASING INTENSITY, AS THE TEMPERATURES START TO DROP.

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WHITE BEAR LAKE CITY COUNCIL NOTES

WHITE BEAR LAKE — The apartment complex now known as Willow Ridge 2nd Addition received preliminary plat approval from City Council, meaning the developer can combine several properties into one parcel.

The developer, SRD 2.0, an affiliate of Schafer Richardson, owns the former Stadium Bar & Grill restaurant site plus a nearby single-family home, which will become a 244-unit apartment complex at 3600 and 3646 Hoffman Road.

The property was purchased in 2018 and was leased back to the owners of the Village Sports Bar. The restaurant closed for good Sept. 30. The applicants also constructed the Barnum east of the site, a four-story, 192-unit apartment building in the Willow Ridge Addition.

Staff recommended approval after an analysis that showed regulations within the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance are being followed.

The addition split was necessary for park dedication reasons. The applicant agreed to pay a combination of land and cash amounting to 5,100 square feet of land and $119,000. The land to be deeded to the city as parkland is directly adjacent to the property deeded to the city for the Barnum development. In order to convey the parcel, the applicant had to split it from the neighboring Willow Ridge Addition.

Also approved at the Oct. 11 council meeting: • A conditional use permit amendment and variances for the AALFA Family Clinic at 4465 White Bear Pkwy.

Applicant Dr. Paul Spender requested a conditional use permit amendment and two variances in order to construct a building addition for an employee

break room and to expand the parking lot. Staff noted that the applicant demonstrated a practical difficulty with meeting the city’s zoning regulations as required by statute and recommended approval.

• A five-year fire services agreement with the cities of Birchwood Village, Dellwood, Gem Lake and White Bear Township.

An existing agreement with those communities expires end of 2022.

Terms of the agreement have not changed in the new version.

Acting Mayor Kevin Edberg (Mayor Dan Louismet was out of town) said he fully supports the agreement but asked the city manager if communities were getting “sweetheart deals?”

“We are likely to increase staffing for fire services and anticipate levies for a long time for a new public safety building,” Edberg pointed out. “Is this contracting with neighboring municipalities in our best interest?”

City Manager Lindy Crawford said any partnership between communities is “a good thing. Small communities can’t afford services on their own,” she replied. “This also helps spread our budget out, which benefits taxpayers.” As for “sweetheart deals,” that’s not the case, she noted. Contracts are structured according to a detailed fire services formula. Fire inspection is also provided at additional cost.

Member Bill Walsh said it makes sense to provide the service to other communities and he likes the opportunity it gives the city to be “entrepreneurial.”

• A Halloween party Oct. 29 at Big Wood Brewery, noon to 11:30 p.m. The event will take place in the city-owned parking lot with amplified music that will end at 10 p.m. in compliance with the city’s noise ordinance.

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Zoning issues prevent modern upgrades to home members and were assured there was a process in place to obtain a variance. Meeting minutes indicate he was disturbed it was not made clear to him there were zoning issues to consider. Jacobs felt that state statute used to analyze variances is “vague.”

Council Member Kevin Edberg served as acting mayor in the absence of Dan Louismet, who was out of town.

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Council Member Dan Jones said the couple knew what they were getting when they bought the house. “It’s like buying a home next to an airport and then complaining about the sound,” he said. “Circumstances that involve expenditure of funds isn’t our problem. There are other options.”

The couple purchased the home with the intention of improving it, Jacobs told council. “We want to put money into it. Our neighbors don’t have issue with this. It will improve the look, we’ll pay more taxes and improve the neighborhood.” She pointed out that most homes in the neighborhood have been recently updated.

Council didn’t buy the arguments, maintaining that the property owners didn’t pass the practical difficulty test.

“We have to maintain the integrity of the process,” said Member Bill Walsh. “Precedent-setting must be taken into account.”

The vote was 4-1. The Planning Commission also recommended denial by a 4-3 vote.

Member Heidi Hughes voted against the denial, saying she appreciates that the homeowners are willing to invest money into an old house. “It doesn’t seem like an egregious ask,” she said.

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WHITE BEAR LAKE — A couple living on Birch Lake will have to find other options for an expensive addition to their home.

The decision wasn’t easy, but City Council members voted Oct. 11 to deny a setback variance at 1525 Birch Lake Blvd. N., claiming the applicants did not show practical difficulty as required by state statute.

Homeowners Rick Huston and Tracy Jacobs pleaded their case, saying there was practical hardship due to their desire to add rooftop solar to the $100,000 addition.

Council followed staff’s recommendation for denial of the 10.5-foot variance, which would result in a 70-foot setback from the front property line. Average setback for the applicant’s home and two adjoining neighbors is 80.5 feet, pointed out Community Development Director Jason Lindahl. He told council the city understands the rationale to modernize and update the house, but the addition would change the character of the neighborhood with its large front yards and does not meet state statute for hardship according to the city’s zoning regulations.

The couple wanted to add a large master bedroom with walk-in closets, a master bath and office to the front (south side) of the lake home they purchased in June, noting that the bedrooms are small by today’s standards and they work from home, so need office space.

The applicant carries the burden of proving practical difficulty, Lindahl reminded council. Zoning code permits properties to deviate up to 10 feet from the average; however, it excludes properties that abut lakes from this process.

Detractors from expanding to the rear of the home, such as a concrete foundation (from an old chicken coop), large trees and economic considerations do not constitute practical difficulty, Lindahl said, noting that the better option to add on to the back of the house would meet all required setbacks.

Homeowner Jacobs disagreed, saying solar panels won’t get enough sunlight on the north side and it would be difficult to get equipment to the back yard. They also don’t want to disturb the large oak trees.

Jacobs pointed out that state statute mentions a lack of access to solar energy as a practical difficulty. It also will cost almost twice as much to put the addition on the