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The Lakeville Chamber of Commerce Lakeville Works program spent an afternoon at Lakeville North High School celebrating the equipment bought with their donations. Lakeville North received approximately $10,000 for machines in the industrial tech department. Industrial tech teacher Kevin Baas thanked the 12 donors with a tour of the department and areas where the students learn how old and new industrial arts are mixed together. Baas said his goal is to prepare his students for multiple career possibilities. Lakeville South High School is expect to also receive a similar donation. Donors include Advance Wireless, Dakota Electric, QA1 Manufacturing, Schmitty & Sons, Dick’s Sanitation, Installed Building Solutions, Hobo, Inc., LaBeau & Associates / Ratzlaff Homes, Inc., Hearth & Home Technologies, BTD Manufacturing, Safety Signs and Delmar Company.

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Newly elected board members Zach Duckworth, Lynn Gorski and Kathy Lewis are sworn into office Jan. 8.

VOL 1, ISSUE 12 | JANUARY 18, 2019

Year in Review: 2018 From academics to athletics, arts, activities and beyond, 2018 was a year of progress and success for our students as we worked to deliver on the promise of a high-quality “student focused, community connected” learning experience for all.

Here’s an interview with Superintendent Baumann about all that was accomplished.

Q: What has been done to ensure success for each student?

A: Overall student performance in 2018 continued to reflect strong academic success.

True success, though, is defined beyond test scores and graduation rates — it’s unique to each student. Success can grow through finding a new friendship, exploring a new interest within an elective class, competing as a team, or deepening a skill through a student performance. All of these are examples of the many student successes that made 2018 an outstanding year.

We are committed to aligning all available resources to ensure success for each student as defined in the newly adopted 201821 Strategic Plan. Furthermore, we have committed to implementing Social Emotional Learning concepts, adding a multi-layered support system to meet our students’ needs for personal, social and academic well-being.

Q: This was an exciting year for Lakeville Area co-curriculars. What were some of your favorite highlights?

A: There are so many! Our students competed and collaborated, supported one another in state tournaments, and even danced in the Super Bowl halftime show. They sang and played instruments, performed in a snowy St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin, brought home the national trophy for speech, won the state football championship title, and commanded a handmade robot at the FIRST World Robotics Championship in Detroit.

These are just a few examples of what made this an exciting year for co-curriculars.

Q: How have we nurtured relationships with the Lakeville Area community?

A: In 2018, our staff partnered with the Lakeville Area Chamber of Commerce to launch Lakeville Works. This partnership has expanded opportunities for students to explore career interest areas – hands on – in a variety of industries.

Our staff cultivated donors in support of student service events like Ready, Set, Achieve! and engaged new community members and families through the Activities and Sports Festival, a community showcase of Lakeville Area enrichment opportunities.

In addition, our school success liaisons, our advisory groups like the Special Education Advisory Council and Teaching and Learning Advisory Council, as well as parent groups like Family Connections and our PTOs, were critical to serving as connections between our families, our schools and our communities.

Q: How have we kept our promise to our community to be fiscally responsible?

A: We have worked diligently to be efficient stewards of state and local funding and maintained a safe 5% unassigned fund balance within our general fund budget in accordance with School Board guidelines.

However, the state’s general education funding has not kept pace with inflation since 2003. With the Lakeville Area community continuing to thrive, projections have indicated steady growth in student enrollment. This brings capacity and resource challenges that will need to be addressed for the District to maintain its level of performance.

A: Through a highly-skilled professional workforce, we are able to provide superior learning opportunities for our students. In 2018, we welcomed many new staff members, positioning us to meet student needs and continue to thrive in the future.

Our staff are essential to our mission, and we take care to invest in them and provide competitive benefits and development opportunities to attract and retain the very best.

Additionally, we have been assessing employee engagement programs and human resource strategies to further develop existing staff and to recruit a diverse and skilled workforce.

Q: How have we provided for the security of our schools and the safety of our students?

A: With the community’s support of the 2015 referendum and the state’s safe schools funding, the district has been able to enhance security measures across our schools. Over the past five years, we have leaped forward in security; however, in today’s climate, further safety and security measures are needed.

More must be done in our high schools.

I have made it a strategic plan priority to devote our resources to improvements in training, communication, and enhanced security measures over the next three years.

Your support and engagement have enabled Lakeville Area Schools to provide high-quality educational opportunities for each and every student. Thank you for your care and continued investment in the future of our students.

Meetings and Events Monday, Jan. 21 No School in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Tuesday, Jan. 22 Regular School Board Meeting 7 p.m., Lakeville City Hall Thursday, Jan. 24 Family Connections 6 p.m., Crystal Lake Education Center

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Q: How are we attracting and retaining a high-quality workforce?

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This February will mark our first “SK8 Under the Stars” Middle School Skate for a Cause.

Register now for winter and spring, before and after school classes.

Lakeville Area Community Education and Lakeville Park and Recreation have joined together to provide a fun event for middle school students which includes: ice skating, human bowling, a local DJ, selfie booth, hot chocolate and more. Proceeds benefit the local food shelf. Bring your friends, skates and a canned or non-perishable food item for a chance to win prizes. Limited skate rental is available.

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Discover the Fun! Join us Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Kenwood Trail Middle School for the Activities and Sports Festival!

Explore District and community-based organizations, activities and sports for all ages at this free event.

Call for Volunteers We’re looking for volunteers to help out 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Activities and Sports Festival. Sign up today: bit.ly/2EvCG9d isd194@isd194.org | isd194.org

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Discussion on indoor turf facility continues City talks to school district about possibilities

by Kayla Culver SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Lakeville Area School Board members started their discussion on the possibility of an indoor turf facility located partly on district land during their Jan. 15 special board meeting.

According to City Administrator Justin Miller and Superintendent Michael Baumann the seasonal athletic facility is proposed to be located at Hasse Arena with part of the facility located on property at McGuire Middle School. Hasse Arena is one proposed location.

The second location is at a future park along Cedar Avenue.

“We started the process of investigating the likelihood of a referendum to

not only fund the indoor athletic facility but other needs within the community and one of those needs would be the dome,” Miller said.

Miller also added the city has been approached by a private entity that has shown interest in building and operating a similar sized dome at that facility but either way the land needs ownership.

The land McGuire Middle School is located on is owned by the school district and the land Hasse Arena is located on is owned by the city’s Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Miller said the goal is to have the entire land the dome would be located on owned by one entity.

The city is asking the school district how to be-

gin the discussion to assemble the property into one ownership. Miller adds the proposal from the private entity was given to the city only last week but the city does find it intriguing.

According to Miller, a rough estimate of the cost to build the facility falls between $5 million and $5.5 million; however, he said there are ways to lower the cost.

Baumann adds he sees the community and educational benefits of having the facility located in a neutral area.

The city is looking for a decision regarding the location and referendum by the end of February.

Kayla Culver can be reached at kayla.culver@ecm-inc.com.

Lakeville Police ask for help identifying bank robber The Lakeville Police Department is looking for the identification or location of the man who robbed New Market Bank in December.

According to the Lakeville Police, the robbery happened at 11 a.m.

Dec. 22 at the New Market Bank on Icenic Trail.

It released information

about the case Jan. 9 to enlist the public’s help.

The suspect is described as an approximately 6-foot tall slim man with an athletic build. He was wearing a tan work-style jacket, a scarf and knit hat with a small brim.

The video of the robber shows the man with a handgun and demanding

money. Authorities say the robber drove a black passenger car.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lakeville Police at 952985-2800 or 911.

To view the video visit: https://vimeo. com/310419580.

- Kayla Culver

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Opinion Big decisions about little Minnesotans

by Joe Nathan SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Many working and low-income parents with infants or preschool children face tough decisions, whether they live in Little Falls or Lakeville, St. Louis Park or Stillwater.

Child care options often are limited, and the best programs usually are very expensive. So is prenatal care. Arthur Rolnick, a former Federal Reserve Bank economist now at the University of Minnesota, recently pointed out that more than 35,000 Minnesota children from low-income families don’t have access to strong early childhood programs.

This is despite research showing that high-quality early childhood programs working with low-income families and their children have powerful long-term impacts.

Politicians have noticed. In their campaign platform, Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan declared, “Children and families are our top priority.”

(More about their goals is at https://bit. ly/2RI2p5g.)

Some of the biggest decisions the 2019 Minnesota Legislature will make involve some of the state’s youngest, smallest citizens. Conversations with two

Staff Columnist Joe Nathan key legislators, one a Republican, one a DFLer, suggest that they agree on at least some priorities. Sen. Carla Nelson, R-Rochester, chairs the Senate’s E-12 Finance and Policy Committee. Rep. Dave Pinto, DFL-St. Paul, chairs the Minnesota House Early Childhood Finance and Policy Division.

Both told me recently, as Nelson, put it, “I want to see every Minnesota youngster well prepared for kindergarten.”

Both want to support high-quality options to help achieve this goal. And both seem to agree that, as Pinto explained, “There’s very powerful research about the value of good prenatal care and for helping infants get a great start.”

Walz agrees about the importance of good child care and education. In their platform, the Walz/Flanagan team wrote that lack of access to good child care “impacts parents’ ability to work, families’ ability to achieve financial security, and children’s readiness for kindergar-

ten. … There is no smarter investment for our state than ensuring our littlest citizens have access to safe, robust care whether from their parents or child care programs that allow parents to continue to work and remain independent.”

In his Jan. 7 inauguration speech, Walz shared his belief that “education is the great equalizer of society. Education unleashes untapped potential. Education conjures the magic of promising beginnings and the grace of second chances.

Putting a young child on a yellow bus to pre-kindergarten in St. Cloud can prevent him from riding a prison bus to Stillwater. … Every child deserves a highquality education.” (The full speech is at https://bit.ly/2QAqN4e.)

Minnesota has debated for decades how to best organize and support early childhood and child care. Over the last eight years, Gov. Mark Dayton and the Legislature compromised. The state provided enough money so that every public school, district and charter could offer full-day kindergarten to all students.

More money was allocated to provide early childhood scholarships for children from low-income families and for child and dependent care tax credits. But as mentioned earlier, tens of thousands of low-income Minnesota families still

don’t have access to strong early childhood programs.

Rolnick and his colleague attorney Michael Ciresi have suggested a compromise: —Fully fund early childhood programs for young children from families earning up to 185 percent of federal poverty guidelines.

—Provide “partial scholarships for middle-income families.”

They explain their suggestions in the Star Tribune opinion piece at http://strib. mn/2VKOXN9.

There’s never enough money to do everything we’d like to do. So we have to establish priorities. I hope the governor and legislators can agree on using the best available research to support both low- and middle-income families with infants and young children. That will help, as Walz explained, unleash a child’s “untapped potential” and “allow parents to continue to work and remain independent.”

Joe Nathan, formerly a Minnesota public school teacher, administrator and PTA president, is director of the Center for School Change. Reactions are welcome at joe@centerforschoolchange.org. Columns reflect the opinion of the author.

Letters Who is responsible?

To the editor: I am responding to the Jan. 11 story regarding the lawsuit against the Lakeville School District involving the tragic deaths and injuries of Lakeville South High School students.

I am trying to understand how the Lakeville School District would have responsibility for the

actions of students outside of school property and outside of the school day. The story states that the school was allowing “Nerf war games” to occur on school property and particularly in the school parking lot.

I have some questions: • Did their behavior in school display possible injury or danger so that their parents or the police should have been called?

• Were the students driving recklessly in the school parking lot so that it was observed and a danger to others?

• If so, were students warned by staff, police or parents to stop this dangerous behavior? If they were warned but this horrible accident still happened, is the district still responsible?

• If the behavior in school wasn’t observed

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to be dangerous, is it the responsibility of staff to project possible consequences and scenarios outside of school?

If the answer to the questions above are that the school staff did not see dangerous activity on school property, then I do not see how the district should have any liability.

There are so many situations that could be projected from showing some sign/or not earlier in the day and resulting in tragedy outside of school (i.e. depression, drug use).

Again, if the school staff did not see dangerous activity on school property and the district is found to have some liability, what is happening to personal accountability and what message are we giving to society?

Of course, this is a tragedy and our community is still grieving — but I hope we can all learn from this in many ways.

CRYSTAL BROWN

Lakeville

Remember Martin Luther King Jr.’s principles and legacy

than they try to bring us together. As a state senator, I can promise you that that is not my goal, that my mission and purpose is to ensure that every American and every one of my constituents is represented and treated equally when we make laws. I’m here to help protect the rights of all I represent, and my mission is to improve your lives regardless of the differences we may have.

Today we should all highlight and celebrate the life and accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr. Collectively we must reflect on his principles and his message and encourage others to do the same.

Now more than ever, we should follow Dr. King’s example and improve our own standards and behavior so that we can fight to achieve what he pushed so hard for; nonviolent social change and equality.

To the editor: Every year on the third Monday in January we have a day dedicated to honoring Martin Luther King Jr., his accomplishments, and his legacy.

The late Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. dreamed of a day when people would be judged not by the color of their skin but by the content of their character; where America would live out the true meaning of its creed: that all men are created equal; where oppression would be replaced by freedom and justice; and where people would sit down together in brotherhood.

That lesson is often forgotten in America today, as politicians, celebri- Sen. DAN HALL ties and our leaders more R-Burnsville, District 56 often try to segment us

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News Briefs Lakeville Parks and Recreation programs Lakeville Parks and Recreation offers the following activities. Register at https://webtrac.lakevillemn.gov or call 952-9854600.

Nickelodeon Universe, Mall of America, Bloomington: Purchase all-day discount wristbands for $26 at the Lakeville Parks and Recreation office in City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Ave., or call 952-984-4600.

Pick up tickets at City Hall.

Life Time Climb Programs, ages 5-17, Life Time Fitness, 18425 Dodd Blvd., Lakeville. Age-appropriate climbing classes that teach terminology, safety and climbing techniques. Open to all, need not be a member of Life Time. Different days of the week are being offered depending on the age of your child. Fee varies, depending on number of sessions per month. Registration required.

On Belay, ages 16 and older, 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Life Time Fitness, 18425 Dodd Blvd., Lakeville. This class is for any climber looking to improve their rock climbing technique. It is open to all skill levels. Cost: $35 per session. Do not need to be a Life Time member to participate.

Winter Adventures – School Release Day, ages 6-12, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 21, Ritter Farm Park, 19300 Ritter Trail. This class is perfect for the child that enjoys the outdoors and needs more movement in their lives. Sports equipment provided. Bring winter clothing including: boots, hat, two pairs of mittens, snow pants, jacket, water bottle, two snacks and a big lunch. Cost: $69.

Ritter Fest, all ages, noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27, Ritter Farm Park, 19300 Ritter Trail. Spend quality time with friends and family enjoying sleigh rides, snowmobile rides, snowshoeing and more.

Cost: $10 per carload or $3 per person.

Lynch Friday Night Basketball, ages 6-9, 6:308 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 1-22, Century Middle School, 18610 Ipava Ave. This camp is for all boys and girls who are interested in improving their skills while having fun playing basketball. Kids will be separated by age, size and skill level. Cost: $89.

Youth Ice Fishing Contest, all ages, 12-2 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 9, Valley Lake Park, 16050 Garrett Path. Participants need to bring their own fishing equipment and bait.

Prizes will be awarded to children ages 13 and under. Free.

Winter Basketball – Open Gym, adults 18 and older, 8-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays through April 30, Christina Huddleston Elementary, 9569 175th St. W. No open gym on Feb. 27, March 27 and April 24. Cost: $10 per player.

Gift Cards. Give the gift of classes at the art center, summer sport

camps, Active Adult membership, tennis lessons and more. Gift cards are available in denominations of your choice. No expiration. Call 952-985-4600 for more information.

Public Skating Schedule: Dec. 15-Feb. 18 (weather permitting).

Monday-Friday, 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 12-8 p.m.

Holidays/school release days: Jan. 21, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Feb. 18, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parkview Park will be open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Jan. 18 and Feb. 7-8.

A map of outdoor rinks can be found at www.lakevillemn.gov.

Inclement weather: Follow on Twitter @ LakevilleParks or call 952985-4690, option 1. Status of rinks will be made one hour before the scheduled opening of rinks.

Snowshoe Rental: Snowshoe rental is available. Call 952-985-4600 to reserve a pair or for more information and availability. Cost: $3 per pair/per day, three-day minimum

on weekends. Deposit: $75 per pair. Three sizes to choose from: up to 150 pounds, 200 pounds and/ or 275 pounds. Pick up and return snowshoes at Lakeville City Hall, 20195 Holyoke Ave., 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Dakota County Library adopts new hours Dakota County Library is adopting additional and more consistent hours effective Monday, Feb. 4.

New, regular hours will include opening at 9 a.m. instead of 10 a.m. — with the exception of Farmington and Inver Glen, which open at noon MondayWednesday. All locations will close one-half hour earlier, but overall most will see an additional three hours of service a week.

The change also includes year-round Sunday hours from 1-5 p.m. at six of the nine locations.

The changes are the result of feedback gathered

during a public survey that was conducted for the library’s 2018 strategic plan and a study of customer use patterns.

When renovations are complete, Heritage and Pleasant Hill hours will match Burnhaven hours with one exception – Pleasant Hill will be open on Sundays only September to May. The new hours will be: • Burnhaven, Galaxie, Robert Trail, Wentworth and Wescott locations – Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

• Farmington and Inver Glen locations – MondayWednesday, noon to 8 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, closed.

• Heritage location – Holds pickup and returns.

Interim hours: MondayFriday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Pleasant Hill location – Interim hours: MondayWednesday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Business Buzz Lawyer joins Minneapolis law office

family’s business, Pahl’s Market, located in Apple Valley.

Jamie Pahl Briones has been hired as an associate attorney for M. Sue Wilson Law Offices, a Minneapolis-based family law firm.

Most recently, Pahl Briones served as a law clerk to the Honorable Nicole A. Engisch in Hennepin County District Court. During her time there, Pahl Briones worked extensively on family law cases. During law school, she clerked for the law firm of Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A., located in Apple Valley. During her time there, she worked in many areas of the law including numerous family law cases. Pahl Briones also served as legal counsel for her

Intro to real estate investment class The Property Geeks will offer Introduction to Real Estate Investment 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22.

The free class provides an overview of the options investors have when buying into the real estate market and focuses on long-term rentals, rehabs and vacation rentals.

Class is held at The Bonus Room, 20908 Holyoke Ave., Lakeville. Register at ProfitingOnProperty.com.

Business Calendar To submit items for the Business Calendar, email: darcy.odden@ecm-inc.com.

Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce events: • Thursday, Jan. 24, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Next Leaders Luncheon, GrandStay Hotel, 7083 153rd St. W., Apple Valley. Speaker: Carole Elfstrum, owner of a health consulting business and former chamber chair and executive at Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Cost: $15.

Registration required. Information: Fabiana at fabiana@applevalleychamber.com.

Burnsville Chamber of Commerce events: • Wednesday, Jan. 23, 8-9 a.m., Chamber 101, Chamber Office Conference Room, Gateway Building, 350 W. Burnsville Parkway, Suite 425,

Burnsville. For new and prospective members. Free. Registration required. Information: Tricia Andrews at tricia@burnsvillechamber.com.

Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce events: • Wednesday, Jan. 30, 9-10 a.m., Meet the Chamber, Spire Credit Union, 1251 Town Centre Drive, Eagan. For new and prospective members. Free.

Registration required. Information: Nicole McCarthy at 651-288-9200 or nmccarthy@ dcrchamber.com.

Lakeville Area Chamber of Commerce events: • Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2-3 p.m., Ambassador Anniversary Visits. Registration required.

Information: Shanen Corlett at 952-469-2020.

• Tuesday, Jan. 29, 6-9 p.m., 2019 Annual Meeting, Brackett’s Crossing Country Club. Cost: $55 per person, $100 per couple, $420 per table of eight. Reservations required. Information: 952-4692020.

Business networking group events: • Leads to Referrals Chapter of BNI meets 7:30 a.m.

Tuesdays at Vivo Kitchen, 15435 Founders Lane, Apple Valley. Information: Helen Peterson, 952-412-0265.

• Sunrise Results meets Thursdays at 7:45 a.m. for networking and an 8-9 a.m. meeting at Vivo Kitchen, 15435 Founders Lane, Apple Valley.

Information: Tom Van Delist, 612-325-7275.

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Obituaries

Barton Jens Anderson

David W. Amundson

David W. Amundson, age 44, of New Prague, died by suicide after a long battle with depression on Sunday, January 13, 2019.

Dave was born on July 1, 1974 to Tom H. and Marlys A. (Youngbauer) Amundson in Farmington, MN. He graduated from Lakeville High School and attended Dunwoody College of Technology and received an Associate of Applied Science Degree in auto mechanics. He worked for the last 15 years for Airlake Automotive in Lakeville.

On September 10, 1994, Dave married the love of his life, Amy Hall, in Lakeville and shortly after, the couple moved to New Prague, where they raised their two children. Dave was an avid outdoorsman and snowmobiler.

He shared his love of one aspect of the outdoors with others as coach for the New Prague Archery Club. Dave was a loving husband, father, and friend to all. He was devoted to his German Shorthairs and his Chevy’s, in equal measure.

Dave is survived by his wife, Amy; son, Kevin Amundson of Montgomery; daughter, Jessica Amundson Age 39 of Chehalis, WA, for(Alex Swenson) of New Prague; parents, Tom & Marlys merly of Lakeville, born July 6, Amundson of Lakeville; parents-in-law, Gary & Pat 1979 in Edina, MN to Dale and Hall of Elko New Market; brother, Jerry (Katy Mullen) Jean Johnson, passed away unexAmundson of St. Paul; sisters, Becky (Shawn) Valek of pectedly January 2, 2019.

New Prague and Carla Amundson of Lakeville; sister-inAfter graduating from Le Corlaw, Tracey (Jorge) Romero of New Prague.; his nieces don Bleu Culinary School Chris and nephews. worked as a sous chef at Kincaid’s A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, and the Palomino and then as an January 19, 2019 at 11:00 AM at FaithPoint Lutheran executive chef for various restauChurch in New Prague with Reverend Dr. Steve Trewarrants in Portland, OR and the state WKD RI¿FLDWLQJ 9LVLWDWLRQ ZLOO WDNH SODFH DW FKXUFK KRXUV of Washington.

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Henry W. Anderson (952) 432-2331 www.HenryWAnderson.com Bart (50) died September 14, 2018 of a seizure at home in Las Vegas. He grew up in Apple Valley and graduated from Apple Valley High School in 1986.

He married Kristine Williams in 2004, and had been living in Las Vegas the past 13 years.

Bart is survived by his wife Kristine Anderson, parents Merlin and Karen Anderson of Apple Valley; brother Brett (Sara) of Prior Lake; godson William; nephews Thomas and Ren of Prior Lake; brother Chad of San Francisco, CA; fatherin-law Mike (Julie) of Naples, FL; brother-in-law Jeff of Apple Valley; sister-in-law Kari of Lakeville; nieces Kate of Mankato and Jordan of Lakeville; and “Grandma�

Dorothy Nelson of Apple Valley.

Preceded in death by grandparents, Uncle John and mother-in-law Cheryl Williams.

Services have been held.

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Lorraine Schulz Lorraine Schulz, age 92 of Burnsville, passed away on January 14 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, January 18, 2019 at 11 am at Mary Mother of the Church in Burnsville with a gathering of family and friends 1 hour prior to the service.

Lorraine Schulz was born on December 7, 1926 in Superior, WI, the daughter of Emil and Mary Worle. She spent most of her childhood in Staples, MN. Upon graduation she moved to Bismarck to attend Nursing school at St. Alexius. Lorraine met Arnold there and they were married on )HEUXDU\ DQG UDLVHG ÂżYH FKLOGUHQ LQ %LVPDUFN Fargo and Burnsville.

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Lorraine is survived by her children Mary Anne (Jim) Snyder, Peggy (Ted) Gietzen, Jacque (Ward) Jensen, Rebecca Schulz, Jay (Rhonda) Schulz; grandchildren Jessica, Joyce, Stephanie, Jennifer, Kelly, Nicole, Mary, Ann and Jacob; 13 great grandchildren; brother Fred Worle.

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Loving wife, mom, grandma and friend Janis Aitchison, 72, of Ft. Myers Beach, FL (formerly Lakeville, MN), entered heaven on January 7, 2019.

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Per her wishes, a private interment service will be held in Ft. Myers Beach, FL. For those wishing to honor her beautiful life, memorials may be sent to Hospice of Douglas County Alexandria, MN, www.hospicedouglascounty. org or St. Peter Lutheran Church, 3751 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931.

Alvin Lee Strand Al Strand, age 73, a resident of Burnsville for the past 38 years, passed away on January 7, 2019 due to an illness. He was born on December 10, 1945 and raised in the area of Billings, MT. He was preceded in death by parents Sam and Bertha Strand and sisters Carolyn Houseman and Betty Thormahlen.

He is survived by his high school sweetheart Gail Strand; daughter Stacy (Tim) Courtney of Tampa; sons Scott (Kirsten) Strand of Chicago and Walter “Tony�

(Shelly) Strand of Minneapolis; his grandchildren, who were the loves of his life: granddaughter Olivia Strand, grandsons Erik and Brian Strand, Sam (Amy), Calvin and Connor Courtney; and his brother Gordon.

Bradley F. Olson Bradley F. Olson, age 76 of Chisago City, MN, passed away on January 7, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Sadie Olson and his brother Warren Olson.

Survived by his wife Myrtie Olson, his sons Mark (Lorie) Olson and Bruce (Jill) Olson and daughter Debra Ham. He has nine grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews who all loved him very much.

Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 18, 2019 at Highview Christiana Lutheran Church, 26690 Highview Ave., Farmington with a visitation one hour prior to service. Luncheon at the church to follow.

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Education Lakeville Youth in Government students participate in Model Assembly A total of 49 Lakeville students participated in the YMCA Youth in Government Model Assembly held Jan. 4-7 at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul.

Students debated bills and proposals, presented cases and lobbied for various points of view. Junior Eilee Keske’s bill was the first bill signed at the conference by the youth governor. Eighth-grader John Whipple ran for speaker of the Humphrey House and won. Juniors Sydney Gelhorn and Maddie Toombs ran for president of the Knutson Senate, and while neither won, they both handled it with grace.

School board members Zach Duckworth and Lynn Gorski both stopped in to support the Lakeville students.

Lakeville’s student leadership included Sydney Gelhorn, Jake Rabon, Brandon Rierson, Jake Bronson, Jessica Mrosla and Steve Zidarich.

For more information on Youth in Government opportunities, visit http:// bit.ly/2Cmvg5G.

College News University of Minnesota Duluth, fall dean’s list, from Elko New Market – Caleb Smith; from Lakeville – Abigail Afdahl, Jennifer Athmann, Faith Athmann, Jeremiah Bang, Dylan Bormann, Emily Calhoon, Abigail Drehmel, Adam Duchon, Jacob Fennewald, Sean Flaherty, Riley Forsyth, Quinnten Fowler, Tyler Holzer, Brianna Kaiser, Samuel Kent, Emily Ley, Alex Melby, Dominique Menard, Shayla Nguyen, Madison Nohner, Reid Saarela, Sourya Silwal, Jade Sletten, Madalyn Spoden, Carter Springer, Kameron Stone, Wade Sullivan, Trent Sundem, Nicholas Swaney, Celina Thies, Jacob Tomberlin, Christopher Tomzak, Brandon Wentworth, Randolph Wilson.

Following is the agenda for the 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, regular meeting of the District 194 School Board at Lakeville City Hall.

1. Preliminary Actions a. Call to Order b. Pledge of Allegiance c. Roll Call and Board Introductions d. Spotlight on Education e. Good News f. Public Comment g. Board Communications 2. Recommended Action a. Election of Board of Education Officers for 2019 – Acting Chair/Elected Chair 3. Continued Preliminary Actions a. Agenda Additions b. Approval of Agenda 4. Consider Approval of Consent Agenda a. Board Minutes b. Employment Recommendations, Leave Requests and Resignations c. Other Personnel Matters d. Payment of Bills & Claims e. Wire Transfers/Investments f. Change Orders g. Bid Awards h. Other Business Matters i. Resolution Regarding Acceptance of Gift Donations j. Field Trips k. Approval of 2019-20 School Calendar l. Approval of Extended Leave of Absence under Minn.

Stat. 122A.46 5. Consent Agenda Discussion Items 6. Reports a. Standards Based Grading Update – Dr. McDonald b. Link12 Program Evaluation – Dr. Barron 7. Continued Recommended Actions a. Approval of High School Program of Studies – Dr. McDonald 8. Additions to Agenda 9. Information a. Superintendent’s Report b. Board Members Reports 10. Adjournment

District 196 STEM Career Fair is Jan. 31

District 196 will hold its annual STEM Career Fair 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31,at Rosemount High School, 3335 142nd St. W., Rosemount. The event is free and open to all interested area high school students and their parents.

More than 100 STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) businesses and colleges will have representatives available to answer students’ questions and share information about their company and work experience. Students can move from table to table in a college fair-like setting to To submit college news learn how to prepare for a items, email: reporter. career in a STEM-related thisweek@ecm-inc.com. field.

All District 196 schools offer some components of District 194 STEM education and the School Board

district has established a K-12 pathway of STEMfocused magnet schools.

It begins at the elementary level with Cedar Park Elementary STEM School and Echo Park Elementary School of Leadership, Engineering and Technology, and continues at Valley Middle School of STEM and Apple Valley High.

No registration is necessary to attend. For more information, visit www. district196.org/stemfair or contact Paul Olson, District 196 teaching and learning coordinator for science, math, STEM and innovative programs, at 651-423-7911 or Paul.Olson@district196.org.

The event is also seeking scientists, engineers, and computer, math, health care, and manufacturing and skilled trades professionals to provide their expertise and/or present at the career fair.

Companies, colleges and individual STEM professionals are all welcome.

There is no cost to participate and no formal presentation is necessary.

Participants will be set up like a job fair or college fair as students move from table to table.

For more information, email Penny Anderson at stemcareerfair@gmail. com or Paul Olson at Paul.Olson@district196. org.

mental College and Career Fair, contact Nathan Nelson at 952-431-8750 or nathan.nelson@district196.org.

Middle School Information Night at Faithful Shepherd set Faithful Shepherd Catholic School will hold Information Night for prospective students in grades six to eight 7 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 24. Faithful Shepherd is a private, fully-accredited prekindergarten- to eighth-grade school located at 3355 Columbia Drive in Eagan.

For more information, call Jen Claude at 651262-2898 or visit www.fscsmn.org.

Eastview robotics teams advance

Team 8473 held on to its No. 1 seed up until the last qualification match where a loss dropped the team to second place, which was still good enough to be an alliance captain. Team 8473 selected Short Circuits to join its alliance after a strong showing throughout the tournament. In the quarterfinals, the teams outscored opponents 251-203 and 237-212 to advance to the finals where they faced a strong alliance of two teams from Becker High School. In the finals, they continued their strong play and overcame a large penalty to win 235-188 and finished off the tournament and the win with a 200-112 victory.

In addition, the Tech Tigers won the Rockwell Collins Innovation Award given to the team which “thinks outside the box” and had the ingenuity and inventiveness to bring its design to life.

Blue Lightning, FTC Team 8473, is comprised of Capt. Akansha Kamineni, Allison Hitchcock, Maya Johnson, Richie Mathew, Gabe Mahlen, Fatimah Mohammed, David Schindler and Margarita Sytcheva.

Short Circuits, FTC Team 9182, is led by Capt. Austin Bodin, Mohamed Arab, Jacob Grawe, Sam Halterman, Justin Hecht, John Kronkvist, Aidan O’Malley, Kyra O’Malley, Carson Phillipsek and Sam Weber.

The Minnesota FTC State Championships will be held Feb. 8-9 at Washington Technology Magnet School in St. Paul.

Eastview Robotics FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) teams – Blue Lightning, Team 8473, and Short Circuits, Team 9182 – advanced to the Minnesota State Championships after winning their league qualifier tournament Jan. 12-13 at Elk River High School.

Blue Lightning came into the tournament ranked first after combining the results of all four FTC leagues playing this season’s game, Rover presented by SES to host annual Ruckus, Qualcomm.

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Eastview team takes first at SSC Science Olympiad A total of 41 Eastview Science Olympiad students competed on three teams in the South Suburban Conference tournament held Jan. 12 at Lakeville North High School.

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Individual ribbons were earned by the following students: Wright Stuff first place: Jamie Chen and Yongwen Mei. Wright Stuff second place: Elena Ea and Anushri Tiwari.

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Religion Luther College Nordic Choir to perform The Luther College Nordic Choir will perform Feb. 9-10 at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley.

Performances will take place at the 5 p.m. worship service Saturday, Feb. 9, along with the 8:30 and 9:45 a.m. worship services Sunday, Feb. 10. The choir also will perform a 7:30 p.m. concert on Saturday.

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as well as hymn arrangements, spirituals and the traditional Nordic Choir closing piece, “O Lord God” by Pavel Chesnokov.

Performances during worship services are free; tickets for the Feb. 9 concert are $20 for adults and $10 for students. Tickets are available online at tickets.luther.edu and at the door.

‘Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age’ showing at SOTV Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in Apple Valley is showing “Screenagers” 4:30-6 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m. Wednes-

day, Jan. 30.

“Screenagers” probes into the vulnerable corners of family life and depicts the messy struggles over social media, video games and academics. The award-winning film offers solutions on how to help kids navigate the digital world. The film is appropriate for children 10 years of age and older.

The film will be followed with an optional discussion time. Pizza, pop and candy will be for sale in the church lobby from 4-7 p.m.

For more information, contact erin.swensonhatzung@sotv.org or visit sotv.org/events or call 952432-6351. The church is at 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge

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Women’s luncheon set Feb. 14 The Minnesota Valley Christian Women’s Connection will hold its Valentine luncheon 12-2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, at Valleywood Golf Course, 4851 McAndrews Road, Apple Valley.

Speaker Lisa Fred will share “A Sanctuary in Suffering” on how the accidental death of her husband thrust her into the harsh reality of suffering but prompted unlimited opportunities for growth.

She also will play her flute.

Luncheon cost is $20.

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Lakeville seniors All Lakeville Area Active Adults events are held at Lakeville Heritage Center, 20110 Holyoke Ave. Call 952985-4620 for information.

Monday, Jan. 21 – Closed.

Tuesday, Jan. 22 – Dominoes and Poker, 9 a.m.; Craft Group, 9:30 a.m.; Creative Writing, 10 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10:15 a.m.; Party Bridge, noon; “Ole & Lena” at Arts Center, 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 23 – Yoga, 8:15 a.m.; Line Dancing, 9 a.m. to noon; Poker and Hearts, 9 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10:15 a.m.; SS Strength & Balance, 11 a.m.; Pinochle, noon.

Thursday, Jan. 24 – Classic Voices Chorus, 9 a.m.; Day Old Bread, 10:15 a.m.; Red Hat Chorus, 10:30 a.m.; SS Strength & Balance, 11 a.m.; SS Cardio & Strength, noon; Euchre, Hand & Foot, noon; Beginner Tai Chi, 1:15 p.m.; Advanced Tai Chi, 1:45 p.m.; Zumba Gold, 3:30 p.m.; Beginner Line Dance, 5:30 p.m.

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State Rep. Jon Koznick takes oath of office Minnesota’s 2019 legislative session officially began Jan. 8 with Rep. Jon Koznick, R-Lakeville, and 133 other state representatives being sworn into office during a ceremony at the State Capitol.

“It is an incredible honor and privilege to be Lakeville’s representative in St. Paul,” Koznick said. “As we begin another legislative session, I remain as committed as

ever to working to ensure that Lakeville and Minnesota remain a great place to live, work, and raise a family.”

Most of Koznick’s work during the first months of session will take place in House committees. For the 20192020 legislative biennium, Koznick will serve on the Jobs and Economic Development Finance Division, Transportation

Finance and Policy Division, and the Subcommittee on Local Government.

Koznick was elected by his peers in the House Republican Caucus to serve as an assistant minority leader.

“My committee assignments give me the opportunity to work closely on the issues that matter most to Lakeville residents. Issues like access to good-paying jobs

and increased funding for our roads and bridges,” Koznick said. “I am also committed and looking forward to serving in caucus leadership to provide direction for more efficient state government that provides greater opportunity and freedoms for Minnesotans.

“I am proud to have my father with me at today’s swearing-in ceremony,” Koznick said. “I am

Little proposes three bills to start 2019 session Sen. Matt Little, DFLLakeville, has introduced three bills to start the 2019 legislative session with regard to seniors, jobs and transportation.

The three bills would: • expand Metro Mobility transportation services to the Lakeville area, • provide a $75,000 grant to create a high school internship program, and • earmark funds to study an expansion of the Kenrick Avenue Park and Ride.

The Metro Mobility bill (Senate File 71) would extend services to the Lakeville area for seniors and people with disabilities.

Little said this gap in service, crucial for many of Lakeville’s over 5,000

seniors, means they effectively have no other way to attend medical appointments, buy groceries, or pick up medicine. The city of Lakeville has also named expanding Metro Mobility one of its top legislative priorities.

“I’ve received mail about this for years,” Little said. “One resident wrote that her husband suffers from multiple sclerosis, and has to pay $90-100 per trip to a private service for transportation to medical appointments. Their family can’t afford that. Who can? No one should be forced to pay those prices just to live their lives.”

S.F. 69 would grant $75,000 to the Lakeville Chamber of Commerce to create a Lakeville Works Internship Program.

The one-time grant would fund a position creating internship opportunities for high school students to learn job skills.

Once the first-year grant is completed, schools, businesses and nonprofits would administer the system and continue the partnerships made possible by the Legislative grant.

“High school students are eager to learn real world skills,” Little said, “and we have many talented business and nonprofit leaders willing to share their knowledge and experiences. It’s a great way to sustain a strong local economy, build a skilled labor force, and give students the chance for mentoring and handson learning.”

S.F. would allow for

a study regarding an expansion of the existing Kenrick Avenue Park and Ride.

“The numbers are pretty hard to argue with, the Kenrick Park and Ride is nearing capacity,” Little said. “Many people from Farmington, Lakeville and farther south use it every day. If we want to continue growing our businesses, then our transportation system must meet those demands. But, studying the problem first is the best way to make sure we don’t waste anyone’s tax dollars.”

“In coming weeks, we’ll have several other local bills; and major legislation helping the entire state, but we always start with the needs of people in the district,” Little said.

the menu will be chips, coleslaw and all the fixin’s.

Hot dogs will be available upon request for children.

Popcorn, soft serve ice cream, beer, wine and pop will also be available. The cost is $8 per person with a maximum charge of $25 per family. All proceeds will go towards local charitable efforts.

baked potato, salad and dessert.

Volunteers are needed for this event. If interested, call the center at 651280-6970.

For more information, visit FarmingtonMN.gov.

Farmington VFW hosts steak fry for Rambling River Center

State Sen. Dan Hall, R-Burnsville, will host private listening sessions on Jan. 19 from 9-11 a.m. at Jo Jo’s Rise and Wine, 12501 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. He will discuss issues during the legislative session and listen to individual questions from constituents.

Those interested should call or email Hall’s office to schedule a time. He can be reached by phone at 651-296-5975 or via email at Sen.Dan.Hall@senate. mn.

News Briefs Little Shooters Clinic at Century Middle School Lynch Basketball Camp will hold a Little Shooters Clinic 6:30-8 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 1-22, for boys and girls ages 5-8.

The clinic, for beginning to intermediate players, will be at Century Middle School in Lakeville.

Participants learn new skills while building on fundamentals. Players will be separated by age, size and skill level. They will work on ball handling, shooting, rebounding, offensive moves, defensive footwork and more, and have various contests.

The clinic will be run by instructors from Lynch Basketball Camps. Cost is $74. For more information and to register, visit www.lynchcamps.com.

Farmington KCs host chili bingo and cook-off challenge The Farmington Knights of Columbus will host their fifth annual Chili Bingo and Cook-Off Challenge on Saturday, Jan. 26, at the Church of St. Michael, 22120 Denmark Ave., Farmington.

The Chili Cook-Off Challenge judging begins at 4:30 p.m. and there is no charge to enter. Contestants may enter their chili between 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. and compete for cash prizes: $50 for first, $25 for second and $10 for third. The winners will be announced during the dinner that follows.

A homemade chili dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. and bingo will begin when dinner is done at about 6:45 p.m. Also on

Farmington VFW Post 7662 will host a steak fry 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, with all proceeds benefiting the Rambling River Center. Post 7662 is at 421 Third St. Tickets are $11 and are available at the Rambling River Center, 325 Oak St. One ticket gets a Von Hanson’s grilled steak,

Sen. Dan Hall hosts private listening sessions

grateful for all his support and for the opportunities he and my family and friends have provided to me.”

Koznick encourages area residents to contact him if they have any legislative questions, concerns, or ideas. He can be reached by phone at 651296-6926. He can also be contacted via email at rep. jon.koznick@house.mn, or via U.S. Mail at 229

State Office Building, St. Paul, MN 55155.

Koznick also invites residents to subscribe to his email update, where he will periodically share thoughts and information on happenings at the State Capitol. To sign up, visit his member page on www.house.mn and click on the “Email Updates” section.

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Jan. 18, 2019 SUN THISWEEK LAKEVILLE

Craig: Shutdown is devastating for families Welcomes House debate on border security; will hold town hall

by Tad Johnson SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

U.S. Rep. Angie Craig, D-Eagan, was back in the 2nd District this past weekend, as she heard a lot about the longest partial government shutdown in the nation’s history.

One of the nearly 500 workers employed at the Federal Aviation Administration site in Farmington told her that he was having to decide whether to come to work while not getting a paycheck or stay at home to help care for his child, who was recently born 10 weeks premature.

“These are heartbreaking stories,” Craig said last week from her Washington, D.C., office. “It’s devastating for these families.”

This FAA worker decided to stay at home, according to Craig, as have many of the other Minnesota federal employees from the Superior National Forest to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, where it’s been reported that Transportation Safety Administra-

tion workers are using sick days during the shutdown.

“We’ve been asking how can we get this government back up and running,” said Craig, who has donated the House salary she earned during the shutdown to local food shelves.

She says shutting down the government is not a way to negotiate whether more funding will go toward security measures on the U.S. border with Mexico.

President Donald Trump is seeking $5.7 billion to build a barrier on the border. U.S. House leadership, which turned from Republican to Democratic on Jan. 3 with the help of Craig’s win along with many other Democratic victories over incumbent Republicans on Election Day 2018, says no.

Trump said during his first meeting after the election with Democratic leadership that he would shut down the government without funding for the wall.

About 250 miles of

wall could be built on the 1,984-mile border with $5.7 billion, based on a December 2018 statistical analysis by professor and columnist Liberty Vittert.

There is currently about 700 miles of a barrier on the border.

Craig said the House has passed six appropriations bills that would open government and would have funded Homeland Security through Feb. 8.

These are the same bills that Republicans put forth a month earlier, according to Craig.

“We can’t hold federal workers hostage in the middle of this,” Craig said. “There is a way we can work together.”

She said she invites a debate on the best way to provide border security.

Craig said building a wall is a 10th century solution that doesn’t address this 21st century challenge.

She said there are some areas of the border that need additional fencing.

She said more people may be needed to work as border security agents or immigration court work-

ers, and increased use of drones, sonar or radar technologies should be studied.

“We need to have a broader conversation,” Craig said.

2, at the Rosemount Community Center, 13885 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount.

Keynote speaker Alan Branhagen, director of

operations at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, will present “Native Plants of the Midwest” at 1 p.m.

Other issues Craig said she’s been getting to know other representatives in the House and creating legislation around the issues she talked about in the campaign – health care, mental health issues, infrastructure and campaign finance.

She plans to talk about that during her first town hall, which she plans to hold in the next couple of weeks.

This would be the first of what she says are going to be monthly public meetings with questionand-answer sessions in the 2nd District.

During the campaign she criticized her opponent, former U.S. Rep. Jason Lewis, for not holding open public meetings.

Lewis held three ticketrequired town halls on one day during his two-year term. Early in his term he

decided against holding a town hall for fear it would turn into a spectacle for the opposition party, and then later in his term for security issues.

Third District U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips, D-Deephaven, held a town hall without disruption prior to the start of the 116th Congress.

“I’m really looking forward to (the town halls),” Craig said. “I believe that if you are going to represent everyone in the community, you need to listen to them. I’m looking forward to a great discussion.”

She said she knows not everyone is going to agree with her, but she said they have a right to let their views be known.

Despite the deep partisan divide in the country and in Washington, Craig said there are issues Republicans and Democrats can address together. She said she’s already met with Republican House members to talk about those issues.

“I’m going to remain optimistic,” Craig said.

“There are many things, including within the Minnesota delegation, to work together on.”

Craig is a co-sponsor of House Rule 1, which contains campaign finance reform, including a provision that would require disclosure of donors to super PACs. She says other areas where she can see a sense of collaboration between the parties are special education funding, infrastructure, restricting opioids and mental health issues.

Craig, who lives in Eagan, says she will be active in the district when she’s not in Washington. One of her four boys is still in high school.

Her district office is in Burnsville, at 12940 Harriet Avenue S., in the Skyline Professional Building south of Burnsville Parkway next to Carbone’s Pizza.

Craig’s official House website is https://craig. house.gov.

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Classes will be taught by University of Minnesota instructors, Master Gardeners and horticultural professionals.

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Man charged in pool incident found incompetent Roman Adams was accused of pushing 8-year-old boy off of 30-foot-high slide platform

by Patty Dexter

complaint states. “Therefore, the child needed to use a walker for assistance.

As of the drafting of this amended complaint, the child is able to walk but does so with a limp. The child is unable to run or jump. The child currently goes to physical therapy two times per week and mental health therapy one

SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

A Maple Grove man accused of pushing an 8-year-old boy off a 30-foot-high slide platform at the Apple Valley Aquatic Center last year has been found incompetent to stand trial.

Judge Timothy McManus ruled on Jan. 8 that Roman Alexander Adams, 19, is incompetent to stand trial due to “reasons of mental illness.” The issue of Adams’ competency to proceed was addressed in a report Dr. Adam Gierok filed with the court on Jan. 3, according to court documents.

The Dakota County Attorney’s Office said in a statement that it “will now be determining whether Mr. Adams meets civil commitment criteria” under state statute. A review hearing is scheduled for 9 a.m. March 4 in Dakota County District Court.

Adams had been charged with first-degree assault and third-degree assault after the July 31, 2018, incident.

The boy, who was iden-

time per week.”

A Jan. 9 entry on his CaringBridge site said he’s scheduled to go in for additional surgery later this month.

A fundraiser was set up

by Sawyer’s grandmother, Shari Haroldson of Hudson, Wisconsin, on GoFundMe at www.gofundme.com/sawyer-warner

Patty Dexter can be reached at patty.dexter@ecm-inc. com.

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The Apple Valley Aquatic center where an 8-year-old boy was pushed off a 30-foot-high slide platform. The accused Roman Alexander Adams, 19, was found incompetent to stand trial due to “reasons of mental illness.” tified as Sawyer Warner ous fractures to both his and landed on the con- feet, a broken femur in one crete sidewalk below, was leg and shattered bones in treated at an area hospital. a shoulder.

He’s now 9 years old.

Sawyer was required to The investigation found undergo about 15 hours of that Sawyer was stand- surgery for two procedures ing on the platform at the within the first few days of top of the waterslide when the incident, according to Adams allegedly picked an amended criminal comup Warner and threw him plaint filed on Dec. 10. over the 3.8-foot high rail“As a result of these ing that was around the injuries the child was conplatform, according to the fined to a wheelchair for criminal complaint. the months of August and It was determined that September 2018 and a porSawyer sustained numer- tion of October 2018,” the

to help pay for medical expenses. The goal was to raise $50,000. As of Jan. 14, over $37,000 had been raised. Five people had given donations just days after McManus’ ruling in the criminal case.

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Jan. 18, 2019 SUN THISWEEK LAKEVILLE

Former county employee files lawsuit She claims she was wrongfully terminated

by Tad Johnson SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

A jail treatment counselor who was employed with Dakota County for a little over two months has filed a lawsuit in which she claims she was wrongfully terminated after she reported another counselor was in a sexual relationship with a inmate.

Brooke Johnson is seeking monetary damages as determined by the court for her lost wages, employment benefits and for emotional suffering she experienced after she says she was terminated and then encouraged to resign on July 3, 2018, by two superiors after she revealed the counselor-inmate relationship.

Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom said in a statement that the county “denies Ms. Johnson’s allegations and will vigorously defend its employment practices in court.”

He said it is Dakota County’s practice not to comment substantively on active litigation.

The lawsuit alleges that the relationship came to Johnson’s attention from both the inmate and two of the inmate’s probation officers, who both

expressed concern about the relationship, according to Johnson’s account in a complaint filed Jan. 8 in the First Judicial District.

There are several state laws that prohibit providers such as counselors from having sexual relationships with clients in their care.

One probation officer indicated that the other licensed alcohol and drug counselor (LADC) reportedly had access to the inmate’s file and had made treatment recommendations for the man, whom the officer alleged in a written report that he was living with the counselor or her family upon his release.

The probation officer said the LADC may have changed the inmate’s treatment recommendation at the time of discharge, as the officer was concerned that he was not referred to formal treatment services at the conclusion of the jail treatment program, according to the complaint.

Johnson, who was hired by the county on April 30, said after she reported information about the relationship to her direct supervisor on June 25 and 29, the supervisor dismissed Johnson’s concerns and those of the probation

officers, according to the complaint.

During a July 3 meeting that Johnson says was supposed to be between her and her supervisor, a third supervisor joined the meeting when Johnson said she was presented with a list of concerns about her job performance that had never been previously shared.

Johnson says she was dismissed from the room, then was told to work in an empty cubicle for about an hour when she was called back into the office and she was told she was going to be terminated.

Johnson says she twice requested to have a representative of the county’s Employee Relations staff present, but both requests were denied.

Johnson alleges that the supervisor told Johnson that it was in her best interest to resign since it would be harder for her to find a job with a termination on her record.

Johnson then said she wrote a one sentence resignation letter and signed it.

The lawsuit claims the county’s actions were a reprisal in violation of the Minnesota Whistleblower Act, which says that an employer cannot discharge an employee for reporting a violation, suspected violation or planned violation of any state law to an employer.

Rep. Hunter Cantrell seeks to ban conversion therapy Says controversial practice is harmful

by John Gessner SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Freshman state Rep. Hunter Cantrell wasted no time introducing his first bill: a ban on the controversial practice known as gay conversion therapy.

The Savage DFLer, who also represents northwest Burnsville, is chief House author of legislation that would ban mental health practitioners from using conversion therapy with clients under 18 or “vulnerable adults.”

The bill also prohibits therapists from fraudulently offering conversion-therapy services “that could reasonably be interpreted or inferred as representing homosexuality as a mental disease, disorder or illness, or guaranteeing to change an individual’s sexual orientation of gender identity.”

It’s time to relegate the harmful practice of conversion therapy to the “ashbin of history,” Cantrell said in an interview, quoting a campaign promise of new DFL Gov. Tim Walz.

Cantrell, 23, the only openly gay man in the Minnesota House of Representatives, is revivTad Johnson can be reached ing legislation that was at tad.johnson@ecm-inc.com. introduced last year but

failed to pass the then Republican-controlled chamber. It was carried by former Rep. Erin Maye Quade, DFL-Apple Valley, Cantrell said.

As of last November, 14 states, the District of Columbia and 70 cities had restricted the practice, according to OutFront Minnesota, an LGBTQ rights organization.

Conversion therapy is denounced by “every mainstream medical and mental health association,” including the American Medical Association, the American Psychological Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics, according to OutFront.

The bill is a “consumer protection” measure seeking to uphold Minnesota’s “proud tradition” of high-quality medical care, Cantrell said.

The bill bans practitioners from charging for therapy “under the guise” that homosexuality is a treatable illness, Cantrell said.

“We can’t stop free practice of faith,” he said, “but if somebody’s going to charge money for this, advertising it as something that’s going to stop someone from being homosexual, then that would be illegal.”

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Christian organization, opposes the bill.

“Every Minnesotan should have the freedom to access the counseling and support they need to achieve their desired outcomes,” CEO John Helmberger said in a statement.

“The state of Minnesota should not come between individuals and the counseling options that they and their families want to explore. Individual Minnesotans, not politicians, should be in the driver’s seat when it comes to determining what type of counseling they look for.”

Nearly 700,000 LGBT adults in the United States have received conversion therapy, about half of whom received it as adolescents, according to a year-old study by the Williams Institute on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Law and Public Policy at the UCLA School of Law. “There are licensed counselors who do practice it” in Minnesota, Cantrell said. “What I’ve been told is that some bill it as treatment for depression, except the cause of that depression to them is homosexuality. It’s not sound medical practice.”

It’s hard to quantify the number of Minnesota practitioners because of the billing practices, he said.

He and Scott Dibble, an openly gay DFL senator from Minneapolis who is also sponsoring the legislation, held a briefing with legislators and their staffs Monday that featured a young man describing his experience with conversion therapy.

The practice forces clients to revisit old memories “through a really kind of self-injurious light” and view them as “being sinful or evil or sick,” Cantrell said.

The young man’s talk was “harrowing,” he said.

“There wasn’t a dry eye in the room” as he recalled his post-treatment PTSD, depression, suicidal thoughts and anxiety, Cantrell said.

Contact John Gessner at john.gessner@ecm-inc. com or 952-846-2031.

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Discovering The Mature Lifestyle

Vital aging Column in this issue

Being Well

Jan. 17, 2019

January Issue

Silver Swans have fun, keep fit in Lakeville

By SUE WEBBER Contributing Writer

The words Silver Swans conjure up visions of beauty and grace. In Lakeville, the words also refer to a group of women ages 55-plus who are taking a class at DanceWorks Performing Arts Center.

The class is taught by Leanne Campbell-Noonan, who is certified to teach by the Royal Academy of Dance in London.

“I have taught adults in the past, but focusing on ages 55 and older is a new area for me,” Noonan said. “We’re taking into consideration mobility and balance, and stressing the joy of movement.”

Her dance/movement class, offered for 45 minutes weekly, is low-impact and adaptable to many physical abilities. Those with particular situations can modify the movements to remain comfortable.

“This is not a ballet class, though we do use some ballet-based movement.” Noon said. “We don’t do jumps, leaps or spinning. We also use some folk dance movement. The important thing is to have fun and keep fit. People end up feeling refreshed, not worn out.”

She adapts the class to the people who enroll in it, Noonan said. The classes of 8 to 10 people work together as a group and also with partners, Noonan said. “Anybody can dance and enjoy movement,”

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Leanne Campbell-Noonan, certified by the Royal Academy of Dance in London, teaches Silver Swans classes in Lakeville.

she said.

The movement helps with breathing and better posture, she said. “I’m aware of the importance of balance,” Noonan said. “Doing movement and dance together improves the ability to move and shift balance, bit by bit.”

She uses a variety of music to keep things moving, including reggae and classical, Noonan said.

“There’s a real joy and passion about sharing dance,” Noonan said. “It surprises some people that they can do it.

It’s fun.”

Classes are limited to a maximum of 10 people, both men and women. The cost is $30 for five classes. “We wanted to make it accessible,” Noonan said.

The Silver Swans is a new program designed and developed in England by the Royal Academy of Ballet, after 18 months of research into developing an approach to the kind of movement that would be comfortable.

Noonan has been a dance educator for more than 25 years, teaching and choreographing for students of all ages in Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and the Twin Cities.

“I’m Canadian,” she said. “I took my teacher training at the National Ballet School of Canada.”

Noonan started dancing at the age of 5. “I was never a professional dancer,” she said. “I did amateur dance and choreography. It found me.”

She is a graduate of the Teacher Training Program at Canada’s National Ballet School, where she also earned her Associate Teaching Diploma-Cecchetti Method.

Noonan has been on staff at DanceWorks since 2012. Prior to that, she spent five years teaching at the St. Paul Conser-

vatory for Performing Artists.

DanceWorks Performing Arts Center was established in 1984 by Ann Proudfoot. What began as a 1,200-square foot studio has expanded into a 14,000-square foot facility that includes HealthWorks, a women’s fitness facility. The center offers recreational classes, competition lines, pre-school program and ballet curriculum.

Ann Proudfoot, owner and director of DanceWorks Performing Arts Center, received her B.S. degree in Dance and Physical Education from the University of Utah. Proudfoot was the dance director at Arlington High School, Arlington Heights, Ill., and later transferred to Larson Junior High School in Elgin, Ill., where she introduced a dance program that subsequently became part of the school’s physical education curriculum.

After moving to Chicago, Proudfoot created her own community dance program. But a job transfer for her husband brought her to Minnesota, and she subsequently established her own dance school in Lakeville.

The next session of Silver Swans will be Jan. 17-Feb. 28. Participants may join at any time. The first class is complimentary.

The cost is $30 for seven classes.

DanceWorks Performing Arts Center is at 17470 Glacier Way, Lakeville. Information: 951-432-7123.

Health is the trump card when it comes to aging Every month, I use this column to proclaim and promote a new age of old age. My point is that people in their 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond are no longer automatically relegated to the backseat or sideline of life.

Instead, they can now remain active and engaged during their encore years. The postretirement period is no longer the doldrums of life. For many, it is the happiest and most productive time of all.

Today’s seniors are anything but “retired,” idle or dormant. They are continuing

to contribute to the common good as much as possible for as long as possible. I call it “vital aging.”

BOB Older adults can now do RAMSEY more and be more than ever Guest before. They can live purcolumnist poseful, meaningful, interesting and fulfilling lives until St. Louis Park resident Bob Ramsey the very end. They can conis a lifelong educator, freelance writer and tinue working, start their own advocate for vital aging. He can be reached business or become an entreat 952-922-9558 or by email preneur. They can go back at joyrammini@comcast.net. to school, travel, volunteer, dote on grandchildren, check build something, collect someoff their “bucket list,” invent thing, run for public office or something, create something, write a column. The sky’s the

limit, but there is one caveat.

Health is the trump card. If health goes bad at any age, all bets are off. Aging can only be as vital as health allows.

Remember the old proverb, “Health is better than wealth.” It’s truer than ever.

Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, put it this way, “A wise man ought to realize health is his most valuable asset.” And British philosopher Herbert Spencer may have said it best, “The preservation of health is a duty.”

This means that good health can’t be taken for granted. It’s not contagious.

You can’t catch it from other people. Each of us has to take responsibility for our own well-being. Don’t wait for signs, symptoms or sickness to show up. It’s important to pay attention to your health while you’re healthy.

That’s why the first law of successful aging is simply: Be well to live well. Take care of yourself, so you can take care of others and take on the world.

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Being Well January Issue

Discovering The Mature Lifestyle Jan. 17, 2019

Longtime marathon runners share keys to their success

By SUE WEBBER Contributing Writer

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Bob Stavig’s wife pictured him crossing 50th Street during the 2018 Twin Cities Marathon.

Bob Stavig of Bloomington started running in college, and he has been in every Twin Cities Marathon since 1982. He also has run in all but three Grandma’s Marathons in Duluth.

“Both races are the most wonderful events,” Stavig said. “They are well organized and as beautiful as they can be. Grandma’s runs alongside Lake Superior. I ran it in under three hours once or twice years ago.”

In 1991, Stavig won the Superior Trail 100 on the North Shore. “At my age, I would be happy to just finish another 100-miler,” he

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said, adding that most of the trail 100s give runners 30 or more hours to finish the course.

Now 69, Stavig said he confines his running to weekends these days. “I used to run every day,” he said. That involved regional races, too, including Boston in 1987.

“I injured my hamstring this summer and barely finished the Twin Cities Marathon,” he said.

A native of South Dakota and a graduate of the University of South Dakota in Vermillion where he worked on the student newspaper, Stavig said he began running in college, “when the craze started.”

He moved to the Twin Cities in 1971. Now semiretired, he said he’s been “an ad guy” for his entire career. His wife, Vicki, is a writer. The couple has two children: son Mike, and daughter Christina, who is a physician at Park Nicollet.

Both also are runners.

Stavig used to fish a lot and once worked as a fishing guide in Canada, but then, he said, “running took over.”

Nowadays, he runs on the trails along the Minnesota River bottom, and also trains hard on the hills at the Hyland Ski area. He keeps careful track of his running times on spreadsheets going back 25 years, Stavig said.

Running has brought “some really good friends and humorous experiences” to his life, Stavig said.

“I don’t consider myself a great runner,” he said. “I’m a citizen runner, and that’s been meaningful for me.”

One of Stavig’s closest running friends is Ed Rousseau, 79, who participates in numerous runs, including 24-hour and 48-hour marathons. Rousseau holds national and world records.

He is the oldest of 23 charter Twin Cities Marathon runners.

Rousseau said he has been running since he was 40 years old. “I grew up in Upper Michigan, and basketball was it,” he said. “We had incredible teams. It was

my favorite sport.”

There were no track or cross-country teams available then, but, he said, “I ran all over our farm, chasing heifers.”

He worked during the summer peeling bark off logs for 3 cents a log.

After high school, he went into the Air Force, and found himself running on the track with his whole squadron during basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. “I was in good shape then,” he said. “I was 17 years old, 150 pounds and 6 feet tall.”

He later went to work for Control Data in Minneapolis. And Rousseau kept running. One of his favorite places to run was the YMCA on Lake Street in Minneapolis, where he built up his long runs.

Rousseau’s record includes 107 marathons, including all 37 Twin Cities Marathons, plus 116 ultra marathons.

According to an account of his running history written by Yolanda Holder, Rousseau’s initial marathon

was the first Twin Cities Marathon in 1982. His fastest marathon was 2 hours 57 minutes in 1984 at age 45.

“Ed’s medaled in 33 of the USA National Championships in the Marathon, 100K, 100 Mile, 24-Hour, 48-Hour and Six-Day Races and Snowshoe events, 23 times a National Masters Champion,” Holder said.

“He’s set or broken 17 U.S. ultra-marathon records from 100 miles to 48-hour and six-day events and five world indoor track records. His 110-mile total in the 2005 24-hour nationals, at age 66, was ranked the seventh best Overall USA Masters Runner Ultra Marathon Performance that year. His 336-mile total in a six-day race at age 74 in 2014 was a U.S. and World Masters Division Record, while also setting four other 70-74 age World Records at 12, and 24 Hours, at 100K, and 100 miles.”

“Every year is a unique experience,” Rousseau said.

“I am able to renew wonderful friendships.”

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“Fast Eddie” Rousseau holds world and national running records.

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One of his favorite mottos is this: “The race starts at 20 hours for those still standing.”

Rousseau, who calls himself “Fast Eddie,” already is planning for a 10K snowshoe national competition in Cable, Wisconsin.

There’s also a 24-hour race in Fort Snelling in June and another big

race in August.

“Some people nap during those long runs, but I don’t,” Rousseau said. “Every six hours I might sit for 10 minutes and use a roller or Epsom salt gel on my leg muscles.”

During the long-distance runs, he has a crew that helps him replace what he’s losing with carefully scheduled nutrition supplements, energy drinks and Snickers bars. “When I start hallucinating and staggering around at 3 a.m.,

I add caffeine to my drinks,” he said.

In the meantime, Rousseau said, “I’m training twice a week, down by Minnehaha Creek and up the sledding hill,” he said. “My vision is to be 92 years old and win the 50th consecutive Twin Cities Marathon, and then see what’s next.”

These days, Rousseau said he’s running “smart miles, not junk miles.” He’s working on core ex-

ercises and practicing snowshoe runs.

An ongoing 35-year sobriety program has long been a powerful motivation for Rousseau. “My running is a positive and healthy use of time that had previously been used for drinking and hangovers,” he said. “I talk to groups about ‘being the best that you can be,’ whether they’re treatment patients, or a group of runners.”

He also tries to visit his cab-

in north of Park Rapids every month, where he can run on the trails and do snowshoe training during the winter. Sometimes, he travels 30 miles to Bemidji State University, where he has permission to run on the indoor track before 3 p.m.

Rousseau has been inducted into the Minnesota Running Legends and the Michigan Upper Peninsula Road Runners Hall of Fame.

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Student athlete qualifies to compete in Australia Alexis Brainer trains for games this summer

by Kayla Culver SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

When Lakeville South High School sophomore Alexis Brainer first received information regarding a chance to compete in Australia, she did not believe the opportunity was real.

Fortunately for her and her family, the opportunity to compete in track and field is real. Brainer will be competing in discus with

the possibility of competing in shot put and javelin as well at the Down Under Sports Tournament from July 6-15 in Australia.

“They sent a letter through the school … and in my mind I thought this is probably going to be a scam because I got a letter like that before,” Brainer said.

Once Brainer opened the letter and spoke with her parents about the information provided, they

decided it was a once in a lifetime opportunity and they signed her up.

The tournament includes approximately 400 high school students competing in various events in track and field as well as other high school athletes participating in cross country, football, volleyball, golf and basketball.

Brainer qualified to attend the games based on her performance in discus last year.

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Sophomore Alexis Brainer sets out for Australia this summer to compete in the track and field events for the Down Under Sports Tournament.

Brainer began weightlifting three years ago and when she found herself disappointed the season was ending, she was encouraged by her classmates to join track and field. That’s when she began throwing.

“I didn’t know how it really worked. I tried it for the first time and I ended up really liking it,” Brainer said.

Even though Brainer found a new sport she fell in love with quickly, it was her coaches and her teammates encouraging her that has made the experience more enjoyable than the actual sport.

“It’s not just about throwing the distance and having good throws. It’s the people on my team too. They’re all so nice and

encouraging. … It was just kind of weird to see someone encouraging me so much even though I barely knew them. They’re all really nice people,” she said.

Brainer trains almost all year round working to improve her skills with the hopes to continue to compete in college. But before college, Brainer will be getting ready to compete in Australia by not only training but raising funds to help pay for the trip.

“We’ve had a lot of support so far with business who are helping to fundraise,” Brainer’s mother, Lisa, said.

She is in contact with Alibi Drinkery, which is interested in hosting a few events as well as Anytime Fitness, which will be doing a bucks for burpees

fundraiser. Alexis will also bag groceries at Cub Foods a few weekends.

“I’m excited for Lexi because there will be a learning curve for her and she is going to gain valuable skills. It’s not just about the sports but about everything else she’s going to learn. .... I can’t wait to see her in her USA uniform,” Lisa said.

According to Brainer, those who donate will be given a thank you note which enters them into a raffle for a chance to win a trip to Australia or a fiveday cruise.

Information on ways to donate can be found at www.DownUnderSports. com.

Kayla Culver can be reached at kayla.culver@ecm-inc.com.

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Sports Cougars adjusting to new coach’s ways Kivihalme’s arrival from Burnsville caught players by surprise

by Mike Shaughnessy

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A Monday afternoon Lakeville South boys hockey practice ended with few pucks in sight but a lot of skating.

Blue line to blue line and back, cross-ice from one set of boards to the other, until the Cougars left what appeared to be an inch of snow on the Hasse Arena rink.

When you see that, it’s usually safe to assume the team lost its last game and the skating was designed to adjust attitudes.

Except that Lakeville South didn’t; the Cougars were fewer than 48 hours removed from a comeback victory at Eagan.

“Mondays, we do a bit of skating at the end to get them going,” coach Janne Kivihalme said with a grin.

This is the Cougars’ new normal. It was clear when Kivihalme was hired as South’s coach last spring after 12 seasons at Burnsville that conditioning would be emphasized. In addition to being a hockey coach, he’s a fitness training professional.

“A lot of conditioning,” is how senior forward and South captain Adam Harvey described the summer program.

“Every Tuesday and Thursday we’d go out to the field and run football lines for two hours. He would make sure we were conditioned for the season so we’d be ready to play hopefully 31 games and make it to the state championship.”

The Cougars accepted the program without complaining – well, at least not much – because they had some idea of what they were getting. In 12 seasons at Burnsville, Kivihalme’s teams won more than 200 games as well as two conference and two section championships. His Blaze teams also took on Lakeville South twice a year in conference games.

“I think all the boys liked it. We knew who he was because he coached Burnsville,” Harvey said.

“We were excited. We weren’t really expecting a

We’re a good skating team. Once we get rolling, some teams have a hard time keeping up with our pace. The work ethic has been good throughout the practices.

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– Janne Kivihalme LAKEVILLE SOUTH BOYS HOCKEY COACH

Photo by Mike Shaughnessy

Janne Kivihalme (wearing cap) is in his first season as Lakeville South boys hockey coach. He coached at Burnsville the previous 12 seasons, leading the Blaze to two state tournaments. coach from the same conference to come over, but he did and we’re liking it so far.”

Kivihalme replaced A.J. Bucchino, who coached the Cougars for three seasons before becoming coach and general manager of the Richfield-based Minnesota Magicians junior team, of which he is part owner.

Lakeville South reached the 2017 state Class AA tournament under Bucchino.

South was 6-6 in its first 12 games with Kivihalme as head coach, but the Cougars were still in the South Suburban Conference race with a 5-2 league record. Four of the Cougars’ six losses were to teams ranked in the top 10 in Class A or AA. They also figure to have a chance to reach the state tournament, given Section 1AA’s history. A Lakeville team has qualified for state through that section 13 times in the last 17 years. South Suburban Conference rivals Lakeville South, Lakeville North and Farmington could be the section’s top three teams this season.

“When we’re all playing our system well we can beat pretty much anyone in the state,” said senior goalie and captain Henry Welsch. “We have the ability to score and

stop the puck. Once we get the d-zone set up, I think we’ll have a good chance to make the tournament.”

Kivihalme took over a team with a lot of young players. The Cougars could play as many as four or five sophomores in varsity games. In their 5-4 overtime victory against Eagan on Jan. 5, four South goals were scored by sophomores, including the winner.

“We’re a good skating team. Once we get rolling, some teams have a hard time keeping up with our pace,” the coach said. “The work ethic has been good throughout the practices.”

But, young talent sometimes is plagued by inconsistency. “We’ve had collapses against some good teams,” Kivihalme said. “In our holiday tournament (the Cougars went 1-2 in a tourney in St. Louis Park) we had just too many collapses where we just stopped working. We’re trying to get a more consistent work ethic from everybody.”

Kivihalme was known as a defense-first coach in Burnsville, and that has continued at Lakeville South. “We knew from playing Burnsville last year how he liked to play,” Welsch said. “We started working a lot on

d-zone and penalty kill.

Basically, getting good at breaking the puck out, making sure everybody’s covered and knowing who your guy is. Once you’re good back there you can move the puck easier and it translates to offense.”

Kivihalme’s son Teemu, a former Burnsville High School and

Asked why he didn’t just spend the entire season in Finland watching his son play, Kivihalme said he still wants to coach.

“I love coaching,” he said. “I wanted to get a new start, a new challenge.

I have that here, coming to a different program, a completely new group of kids, new youth hockey.

“So far it’s been a lot of fun. I love these kids.”

Colorado College player, plays professional hockey in Finland. Janne Kivihalme said he traveled to his home country – he once played for Finland’s under-20 national team – before the high school season to watch his son Mike Shaughnessy can be and will go back after the reached at mike.shaughCougars’ 2018-19 season nessy@ecm-inc.com. concludes.

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Janne Kivihalme directs a Lakeville South boys hockey practice last week. The Cougars are contending for the South Suburban Conference championship in their first season with their new coach and have state tournament ambitions.

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Big save

Tigers dominant in first half of season Girls team fourth in Class 4A

by Mike Shaughnessy SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Photo by Mike Shaughnessy

Eastview goalie Amelia Julian kicks out a close-range shot during a South Suburban Conference girls hockey game against Lakeville South on Jan. 10 at Apple Valley Sports Arena. The goalie kept the game tied late in the third period, but Lakeville South scored at 5 minutes, 12 seconds of overtime to win 3-2. The Lightning dropped to 6-9-1 overall and 5-6 in the conference.

Eastview forward Nora Stepan (21) and Lakeville South forward Taylor Otremba try to beat each other to the loose puck during a South Suburban Conference girls hockey game Jan. 10. Otremba scored at 5 minutes, 12 seconds of overtime as Lakeville South won 3-2 and improved to 4-7 in the conference and 5-13 overall.

Photo by Mike Shaughnessy

Farmington’s girls basketball players are aware of what’s going on, but are doing their best not to dwell on it.

This is what’s going on: The Tigers won their first 13 games of the season, likely for the first time in school history. They are leading the South Suburban Conference, a league they have never won, and are making a bid to go to the state tournament, someplace they have never been.

With the regular season about half over, however, the Tigers neither want to look back nor too far ahead.

“We try to focus more on how we want to play than on the opponent,” coach Liz Carpentier said. “We’ve been trying to go a game at a time, and it’s been that way all season long.”

That task could get tougher later in the season. The Tigers led the South Suburban at 6-0 going into their home game against Lakeville South on Tuesday. On Friday, they play host to defending conference and state Class 4A champion Eastview, which started the week one game behind Farmington in the league standings.

They entered the week ranked fourth in Class 4A

by Minnesota Basketball News. Only two other teams in the class were undefeated – top-ranked Hopkins (13-0) and second-ranked Wayzata (140). The Lake Conference rivals play the first of

two regular-season games against each other Feb. 1.

Farmington won 12 of its first 13 games by 14 points or more. The Tigers haven’t had a truly close game in almost a month since beating Apple Valley 53-46 on Dec. 18. That figures to change Friday when they play Eastview (10-2 overall).

The second half of the schedule includes two games against Eastview, back-to-back road games against Lakeville North and Apple Valley, and another game against an improved Burnsville team. That should be enough to keep the Tigers from looking ahead to the playoffs too early.

“It’s a very focused group, and even though we have some young players, a lot of them have the experience of going through a varsity season,” Carpentier said. “So they understand what we’re trying to do and why we want to keep concentrating on a game at a time.”

Carpentier said the Tigers also have tried to develop a playing style and attitude that works away from home. They just completed a stretch of seven games that included just one on their home court. They won all seven by more than 20 points.

The regular season can become a grind in January with two or three games a week and the playoffs still more than a month away.

Carpentier said fatigue shouldn’t be a problem for the Tigers because a lot of what they’re doing is new for them and their enthusiasm is high.

SSC roundup: North’s Steiner wins all-around at gymnastics invite

by Mike Shaughnessy SUN THISWEEK DAKOTA COUNTY TRIBUNE

Lakeville North last week moved up seven places in the Class AA gymnastics rankings and on Saturday the Panthers’ Rachel Steiner confirmed her place among the state’s top all-grounders by finishing first at the Lakeville Invitational.

Steiner, a junior, scored 38.45 points in the allaround – currently second on the metro-area honor roll – and was one of three Panthers in the top 10.

Ashley Goodlund finished third with 37.55 and Kait-

lyn Nguyen was third with 36.8. Individual highlights included Steiner’s first place on uneven bars with 9.75 and Goodlund’s third place on bars.

The Panthers finished fourth at the Lakeville Invitational, an event that drew a number of the state’s top-ranked teams in Class AA and A. They started 2018 at 14th in the Class AA rankings but have moved up to seventh with an average score of 142.050. Defending state champion Stillwater is ranked first in Class AA. Lakeville South was 14th in the Class AA rank-

ings last week. Cougars coach Dusty Rotegard had his team compete in the Minnesota Girls Gymnastics Officials Association meet and Lakeville Invitational on consecutive weekends.

“We were adding a couple of new skills into routines and trying some new things out for the meet and the girls came out and competed well,” Rotegard said after the MGGOA meet. He said the Cougars scored two points higher at the MGGOA meet than in their last meet before the holiday break.

The Cougars’ top gym-

nast is returning state medalist Kari Wenzel, a senior. “Kari is the epitome of a leader and has done a great job leading the team this season,” Rotegard said. “She suffered an injury in the fall and has worked hard to get back, and things are starting to click for her.”

Ania Kuznia, a sophomore, and Wenzel have been the top all-arounders for South. Eighth-grader Ella Erickson competes on varsity vault, balance beam and floor exercise.

Claire Schonthaler does varsity vault and bars.

Maddie Goodness has

consistently scored 9.0 or higher on floor this year, Rotegard said.

The Lakeville teams have gone to several of the same invitationals, but won’t compete against each other in a dual meet until Feb. 5 at Lakeville North.

SSC hockey Lakeville North maintained its lead in South Suburban Conference boys hockey with a 4-3 overtime victory at Lakeville South on Tuesday.

Tommy Shandorf scored the winner in overtime, and Caden Smith had

three assists.

Lakeville North is 8-2 in the conference and 9-6 overall. The Panthers maintain a slim lead over Rosemount (7-2 in the SSC), which defeated Farmington 5-4 in overtime on Tuesday. Eagan is third in the league at 7-3.

Lakeville South dropped to 6-3 in the conference and 7-7 overall.

North plays at BenildeSt. Margaret’s in a nonconference game at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. The Panthers’ next South Suburban game is at Eastview on Tuesday, Jan. 22.

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News Briefs Townhome, condo leadership breakfast group forming A breakfast meeting group is forming for volunteer board members of townhome, condominium and cooperative associa-

tions in Dakota County.

The next meeting will be 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22, at GrandStay Hotel and Conference, 7083 153rd St. W., Apple Valley.

The meeting will enable board members to meet each other and to share information about their associations and their expe-

rience and knowledge as association leaders. Coffee and tea will be served.

For more information, contact Lynn Boergerhoff, president, Boulder Village Townhome Association, at lynnab7@gmail.com or 651-308-1461.

Commission to review Rasmussen nursing program Rasmussen College-Eagan will host a site review for initial accreditation of its Practical Nursing Diploma program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.

Members of the public are invited to meet the site visit team and share comments about the program in person at a meeting scheduled for 2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 13, at the Eagan campus.

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News Briefs Nominations open for Public Health Achievement Awards Dakota County Public Health is seeking nominations for the annual Public Health Achievement Awards. The awards recognize contributions of Dakota County residents

who devote their time, energy and talents in their communities to improve health. The awards will be presented before the Dakota County Board of Commissioners April 9 in continued celebration of National Public Health Week.

Community health leaders are recognized in three categories: youth,

individual and community group (coalition, partnership or organization).

Winners are selected based on their leadership, contribution to solutions to public health problems, collaboration, advocacy, role modeling and evidence of impact.

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Legals NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has been made in the terms and conditions of the Declaration of Calumet Oaks Homeowners Association (hereinafter the “Declaration”) recorded in the office of the County Recorder of Scott County, Minnesota on June 17, 2005, as Document No. A702063, which covers the following property: Legal Description: Unit No. 1405, Calumet Oaks, Common Interest Community No. 1159 Property Address: 14996 Mustang Path, Savage, Minnesota 55378 PID: 263920210 THAT pursuant to said Declaration, there is claimed to be due and owing during the period May, 2016 through November 28, 2018, from Marley F. Kendall, Jr., title holder, to Calumet Oaks Homeowners Association, a Minnesota non-profit corporation, the amount of $4,103.60, plus additional assessments and other amounts that may have accrued since the date of this notice, including the costs of collection and foreclosure; THAT prior to the commencement of this foreclosure proceeding, Lienor complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said lien, or any part thereof; THAT the owner has not been released from his financial obligation to pay said amount; THAT pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 515B.3-116 and/or the Declaration, said debt creates a lien upon said premises in favor of Calumet Oaks Homeowners Association, as evidenced by a lien statement dated October 17, 2018, and recorded on November 5, 2018, in the office of the Scott County Recorder as Document No. A1056847; THAT pursuant to the power of sale granted by the owners in taking title to the premises subject to said Declaration, said lien will be foreclosed by the sale of said property by the sheriff of said County at the Scott County Law Enforcement Center, 301 Fuller Street South, in the City of Shakopee, County of Scott, State of Minnesota, on January 29, 2019, at 10 a.m., at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, to pay the amount then due.

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REDEMPTION NOTICE THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE OWNER, THE OWNER’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: November 28, 2018 CALUMET OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, Lienor By /s/ Thomas P. Carlson Thomas P. Carlson (024871X) Carlson & Associates, Ltd. 1052 Centerville Circle Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 (651) 287-8640 ATTORNEY FOR CALUMET OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Published in the Sun Thisweek December 14, 21, 28, 2018 January 4, 11, 18, 2019 888254

MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE AMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes, 333 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable customers to be able to identify the true owner of a business.

ASSUMED NAME: Propelware PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 17645 Juniper Path #200 Lakeville, MN 55044 NAMEHOLDER(S): Transaction Pro, LLC 1209 Orange Street Wilmington, DE 19801 This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name File Number 3497918-2 Originally filed on September 25, 2009 I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

DATE FILED: December 13, 2018 SIGNED BY: Joel Hughes Published in the Sun Thisweek January 18, 25, 2019 897023

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 194 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 11, 2019 This is a summary of the Independent School District No. 194 Regular Board of Education Meetings on December 11, 2018 with full text available for public inspection on the district website at www. isd194.org or 8670 210th Street W., Lakeville, MN 55044 Regular Meeting: December 11, 2018 The regular meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. followed by pledge of allegiance. All board members and administrators were present; Lewis arrived at 7:50 p.m.; Skelly left at 8:18 p.m.; Consent agenda items approved: Minutes of the meetings on November 27th and December 4; employment recommendations, leave requests and resignations; payment of bills & claims; donations; field trips; World’s Best Workforce; Change in Regular Board of Education Meeting Location; Approval of District Office Lease Agreement; Approval of Community Education Space Lease Agreement; Reports presented: Springsted Survey; Employee Benefits 2018-19 Plan Update; Approved Actions: Certify Pay19 Tax Levy; Resolution of Polling Locations for 2019; Meeting adjourned at 9:37 p.m.

Published in the Sun Thisweek, Dakota County Tribune January 18, 2019 898219

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on March 6, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at 165 Anthony Drive, Lot 59, Lakeville, Dakota County, MN 55044 the following property will be sold by public auction by the Sheriff of Dakota County: A 2001 DUTH Manufactured Home, VIN number dhin31403d and any contents therein or about the premises.

This sale will be held to satisfy a claim upon the above described property held by Armor Village MHC. DVS records indicate that this property is owned by Roy R. Wilson, 165 Anthony Drive, Lakeville, MN 55044. The secured party of record is National City Bank, PO Box 5570, Cleveland, OH 44197 The Premises were abandoned by the then current occupant of the Premises on October 24, 2018.

The amount of the claim against the above referenced property is $2,520.00 computed to the date of the sale at the rate of $20.00 per day, exclusive of the expenses of making said sale.

The grounds for the lien held by the landlord are as stated in Minn.

Stat. § 504B.271(1), in that the landlord is holding and storing the personal property described above to its preservation and care.

Dated: January 2, 2019

CONLAN LAW FIRM, PLLC /s/ Mick L. Conlan 100 S. Fifth Street, Suite 1900 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Email: mconlan@conlanlaw.com Fax: 612-293-9815 Published in the Sun Thisweek January 11, 18, 25, 2019 896055

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF DAKOTA FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No.:19-HA-PR-18-942 Estate of Eugene Lloyd Williams, a/k/a Eugene L. Williams, Decedent Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will, dated March 14, 2016, (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted.

Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Bruce Williams, whose address is 16601 Imperial Way, Lakeville, Minnesota, 55044, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.

Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: January 4, 2019 /s/ Susan Eggert Registrar Heidi Carstensen Court Administrator Attorney for Personal Representative Thomas H. Olive Thomas H. Olive Law, P.A. 5270 W. 84th Street, Suite 300 Bloomington, MN, 55437 Attorney License No: 14423X Telephone: (952) 831-0733 FAX: (952) 831-1208 Email: tolive@tolivelaw.com Published in the Sun Thisweek January 18, 25, 2019 897045

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #196 CALL FOR BIDS 2019 ROOF REHABILITATION Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received for the 2019 Roof Rehabilitation by Independent School District 196, at the District Office located at 3455 153rd Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068, in the Vermillion Room until 2:00 p.m., local time on February 5, 2019, at which time and place bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.

For complete instructions on how to obtain Bidding Documents, please visit our webpage at: http://www.district196.org/legal-notices If you should have any questions regarding this bid you may contact the Facilities Department at (651) 423-7706.

Published in the Dakota County Tribune Sun Thisweek January 18, 2019 898432

CITY OF LAKEVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council (the “Council”) of the City of Lakeville, County of Dakota, State of Minnesota (the “City”) will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 4, 2019 at approximately 7:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers located at 20195 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, Minnesota, relating to (i) the establishment of Tax Increment Financing District No. 24 within Airlake Redevelopment Project No. 1 established by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority in and for the City of Lakeville, Minnesota, and approved by the City pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.001 to 469.047; and (ii) the approval and adoption of the Tax Increment Financing Plan relating thereto, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.001 to 469.047 and Section 469.174 to 469.1794, inclusive, as amended.

A copy of the Tax Increment Financing Plan will be on file and available for public inspection at the office of the City Clerk at City Hall prior to the public hearing. A map showing the boundaries of the proposed TIF District and Redevelopment Project Area are set forth below.

The public purpose for the Project is to facilitate the construction of an approximate 100,000 square foot build-to-suit manufacturing facility that will result in an increase in the tax base of the City, retainage of full-time equivalent living wage jobs, and creation of full-time equivalent living wage jobs.

All interested persons may appear at the hearing and present their view orally or in writing.

DATED this 18th day of January, 2019

BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL Charlene Friedges, City Clerk Published in the Sun Thisweek January 18, 2019 898459

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5510 Full-time RN CASE MANAGER Full-Time. Regency Home HealthCare is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve clients in both Ramsey and Dakota Counties. Apply Online: www.regencyhhc. com or call 651-488-4655

Information Technology Infrastructure, Uponor, Inc. seeks an Information Technology Infrastructure Administrator in Apple Valley, MN responsible for critical IT infrastructure and meeting all the requirements to support all business functions. BS & 5 yrs. To apply mail resume to Ann Trudeau, Human Resources Manager, Uponor, Inc., 5925 148th Street West, Apple Valley, MN 55124 Job Reference Number: JR00072

Teachers and Assistant Teachers New Horizon Academy is now accepting applications! Must be lead teacher qualified under MN Rule 3. Previous experience & 2-4 year degree in ECE or related field. 401K, health, dental and life insurance, a positive and rewarding work environment and much more! For more info contact Kim at: 612-7494128 or apply online: www. newhorizonacademy.net/ careers E.O.E

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5510 Full-time

IT SUPPORT/HELP DESK APG of MN is currently seeking a full-time entry level IT support/Help Desk representative to join our team of IT professionals. This is an exciting workplace because you will be given the opportunity to work with a wide variety of systems and cutting edge technology. The company has approximately 700 employees, friendly atmosphere, and has many exciting IT initiatives.

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Mechanic Wanted Schmitty & Sons, a local, employee-owned company is seeking mechanics for our locations in: Eagan, Burnsville and Lakeville.

We offer: *Competitive Pay *Advancement Opportunities *Laptop computers *Tuition reimbursement *PTO *Continued Training Interested candidates should apply at

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News Briefs Workforce Development Board award winners named The Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board recently held its Legislative and Employer Awards luncheon. Honorees included: • Mark McAfee Friend of Workforce Development Award – Cathy Weik, senior vice president and administration/compliance officer for Stratis Health in Bloomington.

The award is presented to an individual who has championed workforce issues at the local, state or federal level.

Weik’s leadership roles included chairperson of the Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board, chairperson of the Metropolitan Workforce Board, chairperson of the Minnesota Workforce Council Association, and chairperson of the National Association of Workforce Boards.

• Business Champion Award – MWI Animal Health in Shakopee. The award is presented to an outstanding company that uses WorkForce Center services such as job fairs, job postings or training.

MWI Animal Health is a wholesale distributor of animal health products and is a division of AmerisourceBergen. The Shakopee site currently employs 65 warehouse workers.

MWI Animal Health has worked with the WorkForce Center to promote jobs with flyers in the resource room and attend weekly hiring events.

MWI has hired five employees through the Shakopee WorkForce Center to fill its order picker vacancies. Many of these job candidates completed applications onsite and were offered on-the-spot interviews at the hiring events.

• Bob Klas Sr. Entrepreneur Award – Wild Fig Marketing in Burnsville.

The award recognizes a local entrepreneur success story. Wild Fig Marketing helps growing businesses break through to the next revenue level with online marketing. It offers content creation, lead generation and marketing automation services. It works with business owners to determine if there are any gaps in their sales process or new client onboarding, and then build systems to fill the gaps and automate

the processes.

The company was on target to have a 7 to 10 percent increase in sales last year when owner Kari Switala’s 14-year-old son had a major ATV accident and spent all summer in a wheelchair. Sales came to an abrupt halt so they could care for him. The company rebounded and is now back on track and looking to finish the year strong and hit the 10 percent goal.

Wild Fig is also active in the community with events and donations for Bundles of Love and other nonprofits. This fall, Switala presented to the Burnsville High School DECA program as well as the Minnesota Center for Advanced Professional Studies program in Lakeville.

• Employer of the Year for People with Disabilities Award – Kwik Trip.

The award recognizes an employer who hires, recruits, supports and retains people with disabilities.

Kwik Trip reached out to Minnesota’s Vocational Rehabilitation Services more than five years ago for help filling positions, specifically the retail helper position. Over the last five-plus years, the company has hired more than 100 retail helpers. About 17 of those employees are from within Dakota and Scott counties. Kwik Trip has also promoted several retail helpers to guest service associates.

• Willis E. Branning Excellence in Youth Employment Services Award - Dakota County – Ricky Conaway, general manager of five Subway restaurants in the Eagan and Burnsville area. The award is for organizations or programs, an employer, or an individual who has demonstrated a commitment to and effectiveness in preparing young people ages 14-24 to enter the workforce. This year’s award was sponsored by the Dakota-Scott Youth Committee in partnership with Dakota Electric Association.

“Over the last two years Ricky has permanently hired five youth in unsubsidized employment,” said Rachel Grosskurth, a youth counselor for HIRED. “Ricky has been a great asset to the youth in Dakota County in obtaining unsubsidized employment.”

• Willis E. Branning

Excellence in Youth Employment Services Award - Scott County – The Minnesota Center for Advanced Professional Studies. MNCAPS is a profession-based immersion program in the Prior Lake Savage Area Schools and an example of innovation in education. MNCAPS offers a unique way for high school students to apply their coursework in real-world settings through hands-on learning, solving authentic problems through projectbased assessments, personalized learning, and working one-on-one with mentors in the community, all while earning high school and college credits.

Workman elected Dakota County Board chair Commissioner Liz Workman will lead the Dakota County Board of Commissioners in 2019.

Workman, who represents Burnsville in District 5 of Dakota County, was elected chair by her fellow commissioners Tuesday, Jan. 8, during their first meeting of the year. She replaces Commissioner Kathleen Gaylord, who served as chair in 2018.

Commissioner Mike Slavik was elected vice chair for this year.

In opening remarks, Workman outlined several of Dakota County’s priorities for 2019: • Make smart investments to ensure a highquality transportation and transit system. That will include the reconstruction of 10 miles of county highways over four projects and improvements to four intersections. The county will continue to partner on development of the METRO Orange Line bus rapid transit service and study transit options in eastern Dakota County.

• Protect and improve natural resources. The county will continue developing its regional greenway system, move aggressively to boost recycling and reduce landfill waste, explore the potential construction of a second Recycling Zone, install high-efficiency turbines at Byllesby Dam to replace the 108-year-old turbines, and develop a plan to protect groundwater resources.

• Strengthen and celebrate Dakota County Library services. The library

will offer new hours beginning in February that will be more consistent and convenient for most visitors. The renovated Pleasant Hill Library in Hastings and Heritage Library in Lakeville will reopen with a refreshed look, a new iLAB and a larger community meeting room.

Dakota County Library will also celebrate 50 years in 2019 with open houses at several locations.

• Increase workforce housing. Dakota County will work to increase access to affordable housing and to provide supportive services to decrease the dependency on temporary housing shelters.

• Continue to be good stewards of tax dollars.

Dakota County will operate with a budget that relies on the lowest property tax levy per capita among all Minnesota counties.

“I pledge to continue to build on the success of our past work and our commitment to fiscal responsibility and excellent service,” Workman said.

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Bierman swearing-in delayed due to illness House District 57A Rep. Robert Bierman’s swearing-in was delayed for a few days after he missed the first day of the legislative session on Jan. 8, because of being hospitalized, according to his Twitter account.

A statement posted on Jan. 7 to the Twitter account said Bierman had been hospitalized for the past two days Rep. Robert Bierman at Fairview Ridges Hospital in office, he was released Burnsville for an infection. from the hospital on Jan. Bierman said in a Jan. 9. He was sworn in on Jan. 14 statement that he de- 10. veloped the infection after “I’m looking forward having a medical proce- to serving in a way that dure done over the holiday reflects our communities’ season. shared values, and deliv“I’m grateful for the ering bipartisan solutions dedicated staff and quality to make our state governcare I received at Fairview ment work efficiently for Hospital in Burnsville,” he all Minnesotans,” he said said. in the Jan. 14 statement.

According to Bierman’s – Patty Dexter

NEWS to

Anniversaries • Congratulations • Graduations • Engagements • Weddings BIRTHDAY

Lisa Benders is 80!

Help us celebrate Lisa’s 80th birthday at the American Legion on Sunday from 1-4 p.m.

Cake and refreshments will be served.

BIRTH

Walters Jim and Judy Walters of Anoka announce the birth of their son, Jack John Walters, on Jan. 15, 2018. He weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces and was 21 inches long.

Big sister Bella Mae welcomed him home.

RETIREMENT

Bill Smith Wingaard Electric is happy to announce the retirement of Bill Smith, former vice president, after 40 years of dedicated service.

Congratulations Bill!

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Thisweekend Jazz duo to present Circling through the Seasons Twin Cities jazz vocalist Paula Lammers and pianist Mary Louise Knutson will present the concert Circling through the Seasons at 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 1, at the Steeple Center in Rosemount.

Lammers and Knutson will present a concert of songs from the “Great American Songbook” and beyond. These two artists aim to take the audience on a journey through songs that talk about seasons, both literal and metaphorical. Songs include: “Autumn Leaves,” “You Must Believe in Spring,” “I’ll Remember April,” and more.

Classically trained, Lammers said she found a new direction when she took an opera improvisation class during her graduate studies, and discovered an untapped talent to hear chord progressions.

In 2001, despite 12 years of performing and teaching on the Twin Cities classical scene, she took an unexpected detour – a seven-year tenure singing tunes with a vocal quartet aboard the St. Croix River Valley tourist train the Minnesota Zephyr.

Lammers then sang with area big bands and formed the nine-piece ensemble, Cloud Nine, performing throughout the Twin Cities from 2006-2010.

In 2012 she began a three-year stint with the Phil Mattson Singers as lead soprano.

Lammers is a distinctive artist, “a solid soprano voice who shares each

song’s story with heartfelt conviction, clear diction and a sweet (but not too-sweet) tone, swing where it needs to swing, energy where it needs to pop, wistful musing or upbeat sunshine as the story merits,” said Andrea Canter on the website Jazz Police.com.

Minneapolis-based jazz pianist and composer Knutson has been called “one of the most exciting and innovative artists to happen to jazz piano in quite some time.”

She’s been noted for her warm, inviting tone, broad range of emotional expression, and distinctive compositions.

Knutson tours regularly with trumpeter Doc Severinsen, former bandleader for the “Tonight Show” starring Johnny Carson.

She also tours with her group, the Mary Louise Knutson Trio, and freelances with a variety of vocalists and instrumental groups in the Twin Cities including Connie Evingson, the JazzMN Orchestra, and the Minnesota Orchestra. She has performed with such jazz greats as Dizzy Gillespie, Bobby McFerrin, Dianne Reeves and many more.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at the Brown Paper Tickets link at the Rosemount Area Arts Council website www.rosemountarts.com or at the Steeple Center Box Office open Mondays 10 a.m.-12 noon and Fridays 2-4 p.m.

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Mary Louise Knutson (above) and Paula Lammers are set to perform Circling through the Seasons at the Steeple Center in Rosemount.

Theater and Arts Calendar To submit items for the Arts Calendar, email: darcy.odden@ecm-inc.com.

Auditions Expressions Community Theater will hold auditions for “Steel Magnolias” 6-8 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 21, and Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Lakeville Area Arts Center, 20965 Holyoke Ave. Callbacks: Wednesday, Jan. 23. Information: 952-9854640.

Dance EVHS winter dance show, 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, Eastview High School. Tickets: $5.

Information: 952-431-8900.

For the Love of Dance, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27, Farmington High School. Dance groups from around the metro perform.

Tickets: $10 adults, $5 students at the door. Information: 651-341-7520.

Exhibits “The Best of Bonnie and Friends III,” a visual arts show led by Burnsville painter Bonnie Featherstone, runs through Jan. 30 in the gallery of Burnsville’s Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave. Information: ames-center.com.

“Breathing Space,” an exhibit of abstract landscapes

by Annie Young, is on display through Jan. 31 in the Healing Arts Gallery at Fairview Ridges Hospital, 201 E. Nicollet Blvd., Burnsville. Information: annieyoungarts.com.

Black and white photographs by Bill Rodman and acrylic paintings by Greta Sandquist are on display January-March at the Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. Free.

Music Buddy Holly and Friends, tribute band concert, 7 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 18, Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. Tickets: $20 general admission, $16 RAAC members. Information: rosemountarts.com.

Chase & Ovation, a salute to the music of Prince, 6-9 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 19, Bogart’s Entertainment Center, 14917 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley. Part of the Frozen Apple Music Series.

Free. Information: avartsfoundation.org. A 21-plus ticketed event follows. Information: www.bogartsentertainmentcenter.com/events.

1964: The Tribute, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 19, Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickets: $30-$40 at the box office, 800-982-2787 or

Ticketmaster.com.

The Highwaymen Live: A Musical Tribute, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville.

Tickets: $33-$43 at the box office, 800-982-2787 or Ticketmaster.com.

AVHS panorama of bands concert (symphonic), 7 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 21, Apple Valley High School. Information: 952431-8200.

Divas Through the Decades, tribute band concert, 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. Tickets: $22 general admission, $18 RAAC members at rosemountarts. com.

Theater “Church Basement Ladies: You Smell Barn,” runs to Feb. 14 at the Black Box Theater at Ames Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville. Tickets: $32-$42 at the box office, 800-982-2787 or Ticketmaster. com.

South Suburban One Act Festival, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, Burnsville High School. Free. Concessions available. Information: https:// sites.google.com/isd191.org/ bhstheatreguild.

“Click Here to Read

More,” FHS one act play, 6 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, Boeckman Middle School, 800 Denmark Ave., Farmington. Cost: Suggested donation to the food shelf. Information: 651-252-2501.

“The Diary of Anne Frank,” one-act play, 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, Lakeville North High School. Tickets: $7 adults, $5 students at seatyourself.biz/ lnhs. Information: 952-2323600.

Evening of One Acts, with plays presented by ISD 191 middle schools, and “Almost, Maine,” presented by Burnsville High School, 7 p.m.

Jan. 25-26, at Burnsville High School. Tickets: $5 at the door. Information: https://bit. ly/2T0XBoU. Workshops/classes/other Intro to Square Dancing, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, in the gym at Good Shepherd Church, 151 County Road 42 E., Burnsville. No previous experience required. Solos, couples and families welcome. Partners provided. Free.

Ages: 8-98. Casual attire. Information: 612-759-9235 or ComeSquareDance.com.

Loft Literary now offers writing classes in Rosemount.

“Personal Writing” with Peter

Blau, 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, Rosemount Area Arts Council/Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail. Register: loft. org/classes.

Tinkergarten, a playbased, outdoor learning experience for children ages 18 months to 8 years and their parents, offers classes in Lakeville and Eagan. Information: https://tinkergarten.com.

Creative dance classes, ages toddler to 7, Ballet Royale Minnesota in Lakeville. Information: balletroyalemn.org or 952-898-3163.

Yoga wind down class is the first Thursday of the month at Precision and Flow Pilates, 13708 County Road 11, Burnsville. Information: www.precisionandflowpilates.com.

Oil painting workshop with Dan Petrov Art Studio for six consecutive Thursdays, 4-7 p.m., 190 S. River Ridge Circle, Burnsville. Preregister by phone at 763-843-2734.

Drawing & Painting (adults and teens) with artist Christine Tierney, classes 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and 9 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, River Ridge Studios, 190 S. River Ridge Circle, Burnsville. Information: www. christinetierney.com, 612-2103377.

Brushworks School of

Art Burnsville offers fine art education through drawing and painting. Classes for adults and teens. Information: Patricia Schwartz, www.Brushworks SchoolofArt.com, 651-2144732.

The Lakeville Area Arts Center offers arts classes for all ages, www.lakevillemn.gov, 952-985-4640.

Rosemount History Book Club meets 6:30-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at the Robert Trail Library. Information: John Loch, 952255-8545 or jjloch@charter.net.

SouthSide Writers, Saturday workgroup for aspiring writers, offering critique, submission and manuscript preparation information, support and direction, 10 a.m. to noon, Wescott Library, 1340 Wescott Road, Eagan. Information: 651688-0365.

Dakota Speakers Toastmasters meets 6-7 p.m. Mondays at Apple Valley Ecumen Seasons Learning Center. Information: http://dakota.toast mastersclubs.org/.

Community Spirits Toastmasters meets 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Ebenezer Ridges Care Center, 13820 Community Drive, Burnsville. Information: h t t p s : / / 6 7 4 2 . t o a s t m a s t e rsclubs.org/.

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Magic at Ames Center

Family Calendar To submit items for the Family Calendar, email: darcy.odden@ecm-inc.com.

Friday, Jan. 18 Owl Outing, 5-7 p.m., Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan. Delve into the world of owls and take a hike for a chance to hear and see these nocturnal hunters at work. Ages: 5 and older. Cost: $5. Registration required at www.co.dakota.mn.us/parks.

Saturday, Jan. 19 Fix-it clinic, 12-3 p.m., Farmington Library, 508 Third St., Farmington. Bring up to five small household electronics, clothing, jewelry or other items to get help repairing them at this first-come, firstserved fix-it event.

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The Magic of Bill Blagg returns to Ames Center 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25. Blagg’s new show combines his world-class magical talents along with his trademark off-the-cuff personality to take audiences on a magical journey. Tickets are $30-$40 at the Ames Center box office, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville, online at Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-892-2787.

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Divas through the Decades, a musical tribute to some of the most influential female vocalists in American pop music, performs 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at the Steeple Center, 14375 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. The show features music made famous by divas including Tina Turner, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Gloria Estefan, Madonna, Beyonce, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and more. Tickets are $22 general admission and $18 RAAC members.

Tickets available at Brown Paper Tickets and at the Steeple Center ticket office 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and 2-4 p.m. Fridays. More information is at rosemountarts. com.

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Sunday, Jan. 20 Full Moon Snowshoe, 6-8 p.m., Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan. Explore the woods on a guided hike under the light of the full moon. Ages: 16 and older. Cost: $15. Registration required at www.co.dakota. mn.us/parks.

Tuesday, Jan. 22 Consumer law clinic, 1-4 p.m., Galaxie Library, 14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley.

Get help with consumer law matters such as debt collection, garnishment, credit issues, foreclosures, contracts and conciliation court with a free 30-minute consultation from a volunteer attorney. Call 952-431-3200 to schedule an appointment. Sponsored by Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Dakota County Family Court and Dakota County Law Library.

Criminal expungement clinic, 1:30-4 p.m., Dakota County Western Service Center, Room 106, 14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley. Learn about the process of asking a judge to seal a court record and discuss your situation with a volunteer attorney. Call 651438-8080 for more information. No appointment required.

Presented by the Volunteer Lawyers Network and Dakota County Law Library.

Wednesday, Jan. 23 What the 2018 Elections Really Meant, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Robert Trail Library, 14395 S. Robert Trail, Rosemount. Discuss the 2018 U.S. elections and learn about the strategies, candidates and campaigns, and the impact they will have on the Trump presidency and the 2020 elections. Presented

by David Schultz, Hamline University professor of political science. Free.

Caregiver Support Group, 6-7:30 p.m., Wescott Library, 1340 Wescott Road, Eagan.

Connect with others in a caregiving role to discuss concerns about caregiving with knowledgeable professionals and to learn from others who share the same challenges.

Sponsored by DARTS. Registration required. Information: www.co.dakota.mn.us/libraries.

Thursday, Jan. 24 Backyard Agriculture: Beekeeping Basics, 6-9 p.m., Lebanon Hills Visitor Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan. Discover all you need to know to start an apiary with JoAnne Sabin

of the Minnesota Beekeepers Association. Learn about honeybee biology and behavior, hive management, swarm prevention, and equipment.

Ages: 16 and older. Cost: $40.

Registration required at www. co.dakota.mn.us/parks.

Apple Valley Garden Club, 7:15 p.m., Apple Valley Community Center, 14603 Hayes Road. Program: “Plant Communication” presented

by Chris Reiners. All are welcome. Information: 952-4324034.

Friday, Jan. 25 Beginner snowshoeing, 4-5:30 p.m., Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve, Savage.

Scenic, guided hike. Equipment provided. Will hike if no snow. Cost: $5. Reservations required at 763-559-6700.

Saturday, Jan. 26 Farmington Community Expo, 9 a.m. to noon, Farmington High School, 20655 Flagstaff Ave. Free. Information: farmingtonCE.com or 651-460-3200.

Winter Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Apple Valley Bachman’s, 7955 150th St. W., in the greenhouse. Information: 952-431-2242. Presented in partnership with the St. Paul Farmers Market.

Eagan Indoor Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oasis Room, Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan. Information: https://www. cityofeagan.com/visit-the-indoor-market.

Planning and Planting a Successful Garden, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Farmington Library, 508 Third St., Farmington. Learn how to read a seed packet and decide which varieties are best for your garden. Discover how much room plants need and which vegetables need to be started indoors. Bring favorite seed packets to get customized tips. Presented by Dakota County Master Gardener Barb Webb. Free.

Myelodysplastic Syndromes Support Group, 4-5 p.m., Burnhaven Library main meeting room, 1101 W. County Road 42, Burnsville. A patient-led support group open to all individuals affected by MDS. Refreshments provided.

To register or for more information, contact Lori Nelson at 952-892-3659 or curtlori45@ yahoo.com.

Sunday, Jan. 27 Ritter Fest, 12-3 p.m., Ritter Farm Park, 19300 Ritter Trail, Lakeville. Sleigh rides, snowmobile rides, snowshoes and hot chocolate. Cost: $10 per family or $3 per person.

Information: lakevillemn.gov, 952-985-4400.

Ongoing Marriage Encounter weekend, Feb. 16-17, Mt. Olivet Conference and Retreat Center, Farmington. Information: www.marriages.org or 651-454-3238.

Eagan parkrun, a free weekly timed 5K run, 9 a.m.

Saturdays at Thomas Lake Park, 4350 Thomas Lake Road, Eagan. Rain or shine. To get a time recorded and stored online, register at www.parkrun.us/register and bring your barcode with you. Information: www.parkrun.us/eagan.

Emotions Anonymous,

7:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays at SouthCross Community Church, 1800 E. County Road 42 (at Summit Oak Drive), Apple Valley. EA is a 12-step program for those seeking emotional health. All are welcome.

Information: http://www.emotionsanonymous.org/out-ofthe-darkness-walks.

Recovery International, 3 p.m. Tuesdays at Mary, Mother of the Church (Room 9), 3333 Cliff Road, Burnsville. Park in lower lot. Self-help group for depression, anxiety, fears, panic attacks, anger and more. Information: Rita at 952890-7623 or www.recoveryinternational.org.

Al-Anon Finding Hope Beginners Group, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Mary, Mother of the Church, 3333 Cliff Road, Burnsville. Troubled by someone’s drinking? Al-Anon can help. More information: alanon-alateen-msp.org.

Blood drives The American Red Cross will hold the following blood drives. Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit red crossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information.

• Jan. 18, 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Eastview High School, 6200 140th St. W., Apple Valley.

• Jan. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Augustana Care, 14650 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley.

• Jan. 18, 12-6 p.m., AMC Apple Valley 15 Theatres, 15630 Cedar Ave., Apple Valley.

• Jan. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Keller Williams Preferred Realty, 14300 Nicollet Court, Suite 208, Burnsville.

• Jan. 18, 2-7 p.m., Bowlero, 11129 162nd St. W., Lakeville.

• Jan. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Qdoba, 1298 Promenade Place, Eagan.

• Jan. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Culver’s, 4725 Highway 13 W., Savage.

• Jan. 22, 1-7 p.m., Church of the Risen Savior, 1501 E. County Road 42, Burnsville.

• Jan. 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cub Foods, 14075 Highway 13, Savage.

• Jan. 23, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., City of Eagan Arena, 3870 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan.

• Jan. 24, 2-7 p.m., Glendale United Methodist Church, 13550 Glendale Road, Savage.

• Jan. 25, 12:30-6:30 p.m., Advent United Methodist Church, 3945 Lexington Ave. S., Eagan.

• Jan. 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Walmart, 20710 Keokuk Ave., Lakeville.

• Jan. 26, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan.

• Jan. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., ReStored Thrift Store, 17630 Juniper Path, Lakeville.

• Jan. 30, 9:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Easter Lutheran Church – On the Hill, 4200 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan.

Memorial Blood Centers will hold the following blood drive. Call 1-888-GIVE-BLD (1-888-448-3253) or visit mbc. org to make an appointment or for more information.

• Jan. 23, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Firefly Credit Union, 1400 Riverwood Drive, Burnsville.

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Hands-free cellphone legislation introduced Bill would ban talking into and holding a device while driving

by Steve Karnowski ASSOCIATED PRESS

ST. PAUL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Minnesota may soon require drivers to use hands-free cellphones, and some lawmakers want to impose bigger fines for drivers who text, and treat distracted drivers more like drunken drivers when they cause serious accidents.

Leaders of the Senate and House transportation committees have authored hands-free bills, and plan hearings this month and hope for floor votes as early as next month.

Republican Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka and Democratic House Speaker Melissa Hortman said at a Minnesota Chamber of Commerce forum Jan. 10 that they expect the legislation to pass.

Prospects for the tough-

er penalties, which would need more committee approvals, are less clear. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Distracted driving is the fastest-growing cause of death and injury on our roads,â&#x20AC;? said House Transportation Chairman Frank Hornstein, who planned to introduce his bill Jan. 14. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The State Patrol tells us that they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even enforce the texting ban effectively without a hands-free provision.â&#x20AC;?

The Department of Public Safety says at least 27 of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approximately 380 traffic deaths last year were distractionrelated, about the same as a year earlier. About 14 percent of fatalities and 15 percent of serious injuries have been distractionrelated in recent years.

Citations for texting while driving rose from 1,707 in

2012 to 7,357 in 2017.

State Sen. Jim Carlson, DFL-Eagan, has been a vocal proponent of handsfree legislation throughout his legislative career. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Today is a very important day for creating a safer environment for drivers, passengers and pedestrians on Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roads,â&#x20AC;? Carlson said during a Capitol press conference to introduce the bill. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Since 2008, we have been trying to move forward legislation that addresses distracted and dangerous driving through cellphone use, including increasing penalties for distracted driving. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pleased that this legislation has bipartisan support and I know that passing it soon will save lives.â&#x20AC;?

Senate Transportation Chairman Scott Newman

introduced his hands-free bill Jan. 10. He said it would be easy to comply, noting that built-in systems are standard on most new cars while a handsfree cellphone mount costs only about $25.

The Hutchinson Republican said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heard people testify about loved ones killed by drivers on cellphones. He said he knew two people from his district who died that way. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really, really hard stories to listen to,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Hornstein, a Minneapolis Democrat, had a similar bill that stalled last session, but he said chances now are improved by the new House Democratic majority, support from business groups and growing awareness of tragedies caused by distracted driv-

ers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This has worked well in 17 other states where weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had crashes attributed to distracted driving actually being reduced,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So we know this works, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good policy and we want to make Minnesota the 18th state.â&#x20AC;?

Sen. David Osmek, a Republican from Mound, is co-sponsoring Newmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bill but wants to go further. The bill he introduced Thursday would triple the penalty for texting while driving to $150 for a first offense. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d make it $250 for a second and $500 for a third. A third offense could mean forfeiture of a phone. It would also mandate that driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education courses cover the dangers of distracted driving and the laws governing it.

But Osmek said its real teeth would treat drivers using non-hands-free devices the same as drunken drivers in case of accidents that result in injury or death. That could mean up to five years in prison for causing great bodily harm and up to 10 years for causing death. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really am very frustrated that people are getting five days in jail, a week in jail, six months,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an incredibly small amount of time for the damage that they have done to society.â&#x20AC;?

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A donation shortfall over the winter holidays is prompting the American Red Cross to issue an emergency call for blood and platelet donors to give now to prevent a blood shortage from continuing throughout winter and affecting patient care.

The Red Cross collected more than 27,000 fewer blood and platelet donations the weeks of Christmas and New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s than needed to sustain a sufficient blood supply. During this period, about 1,350 fewer blood drives were hosted by volunteer sponsor groups than required to meet patient needs as busy holiday schedules kept many donors away. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many people may not realize that blood products are perishable, and the only source of lifesaving blood for patients is volunteer blood donors,â&#x20AC;? said Cliff Numark, senior vice president, Red Cross Biomedical Services. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When donations decline â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as they did around the holidays and may further decline if severe winter weather and flu season pick up â&#x20AC;&#x201C; lifesaving medical treatments could be delayed.â&#x20AC;?

Right now, the Red Cross has less than a three-day supply of most blood types on hand, well

below the ideal five-day supply needed to respond to emergencies and daily hospital needs. Blood products are currently being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are coming in.

All eligible donors, especially platelet donors and blood donors with type O blood, are urged to make an appointment to give in the coming days to help restock the shelves for hospital patients. Eligible donors can find a blood or platelet donation opportunity and schedule an appointment to donate by using the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767). Volunteer blood drive hosts are also critically needed to prevent the shortage from worsening this winter.

Marriage Encounter weekend set Feb. 16-17 Minnesota Marriage Encounter will hold a Marriage Encounter weekend Feb. 16-17 at Mt. Olivet Conference and Retreat Center, 7984 257th St. W., Farmington.

Visit www.marriages. org for additional information or call 651-4543238.