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Lino Lakes considers sports dome for north metro BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR
LINO LAKES — There are currently 31 turf sports domes in the metro area. If one were to be located in Lino Lakes, it could fill one of the remaining gaps. “There happens to be a gap … there are only two to three gaps left in the metro area right now where a dome facility would work,” said Mark Bigelbach, of Sports Facility Development & Management LLC (SFDMG). In order for a dome to work, he said, it needs to be in the area of three contiguous school districts, which Lino Lakes has — Centennial, Forest Lake and White Bear Lake.
SFDMG has approached the city of Lino Lakes and is interested in constructing a dome on the future city recreational complex property next to Fire Station No. 2, located at Birch Street and Centerville Road. The master plan for the site contemplated the development of soccer/ multipurpose fields. SFDMG currently manages two domes in the Twin Cities, including Lakeville (school district) and West St. Paul (city). Initial discussions have revolved around the concept of a longterm (20-year) land lease. In return, the city would obtain a set number of hours for use of the facility. The development group would be responsible for
construction of the field, dome and appurtenant facilities, such as the parking lot. Other considerations would include the extension of road and utilities to service the site. Community Development Director Michael Grochala explained that if the council was receptive to the idea, SFDMG would like to move forward with a project as soon as possible with construction in 2024 and operation in 2025. “Given the timetable for consideration and approvals, it’s likely the schedule would slide to a spring 2025 construction start and opening in fall 2025.” SEE DOME, PAGE 7
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LINO LAKES — Rice Industries Inc., located at 424 Apollo Drive, would like to expand its footprint, but has hit a roadblock. The full-service distributor, which serves the metal casting industries in the upper Midwest, proposes to build a 13,418-square-foot addition. The addition would include warehouse and production space that would be serviced by two new loading docks. As part of the expansion, the business has been working with the city to acquire an adjacent parcel for additional stormwater management. In October 2023, the applicant submitted a land use application for site and building plan review. City Planner Katie Larsen explained that city staff found that the proposed exterior materials did not meet the city’s zoning code. Larsen said the proposed insulated metal panel (IMP) (rated Class 3) would be limited for use over no more than 25% per wall elevation of the building expansion. (City Code defines three different classes of materials to allow for a variety of exterior wall finishes.) The applicant does not concur with staff’s interpretation of its proposed materials as Class 3 and has submitted a formal land use application for appeal.
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COUNTY BRIEFS Commissioner Reinert elected vice chair
District 3 Anoka County Commissioner Jeff Reinert has been elected vice chair of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners. He was also named chair of the Airport Committee, CONTRIBUTED Finance and Capital Jeff Reinert Improvements Committee, Intergovernmental and Community Relations Committee and Parks Committee. He was named vice chair of the Information Technology and Human Services committees, and co-chair of the Anoka County/Blaine Airport Powers Board. Reinert will also serve on the Management Committee; Public Safety Committee; Transportation Committee; Internal Audit Committee; Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) District 10 Executive Committee; Anoka County Regional Railroad Authority; Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority; Metropolitan Mosquito Control District Board (MMCD); MMCD Executive Board; AMC Health and Human Services Policy Committee; Anoka County-Blaine Airport Advisory Commission; Anoka County Canvassing Board; East Central Regional Juvenile Center Advisory Board; and the AMC Board of Directors. Reinert is the board’s lead commissioner in the topic areas of elections, reapportionment and voter registration. Reinert is a first alternate National Association of Counties voting delegate and an AMC District 10 voting delegate.
Additional $30 a day for on-call attorney
The Anoka County board has approved additional compensation of $30 per day for the on-call attorney who works with county law enforcement. Prior to this action, the on-call attorney did not receive any additional compensation for working nights and weekends.
Enhanced mobility of seniors, people with disabilities
The board has ratified a contract with MnDOT to implement transportation services for enhanced mobility of seniors and individuals with disabilities. The two-year grant amount is $237,200, with a 20% local match.
County receives grant for Commute Solutions
The board has approved a subrecipient grant agreement with the Metropolitan Council that allocates funds to the county’s transportation management organization, known as Commute Solutions. The purpose of Commute Solutions is to foster relationships with Anoka County residents, businesses and agencies and promote alternative transportation options to decrease traffic congestion –– this can include walking, biking, carpooling, vanpooling, teleworking or taking the bus or train.
County selects legislative platform
Each year, the county approves a legislative platform, which includes items to be actively lobbied for at the state level. The board approved this year’s platform, which includes: • Support revisions to the recently adopted (2023 legislation) Greenhouse Gas Emissions/Vehicle Miles Traveled impact assessment statute. • Highway 65 Corridor improvements from 81st Avenue in the city of Spring Lake Park to 93rd Avenue in the city of Blaine. • Support a bonding request in the amount of $6,750,00 to construct the last remaining trail gap along Rice Creek North Regional Trail in Circle Pines. • Revise state law to require a primary clinician to sign a death certificate for natural deaths when acting as the decedent’s primary clinician. • Correct the misalignment of revenue streams for License and Passport Services to cover the costs of providing services to the public. • Support Metropolitan Council reform.
Milo Man, or just Milo, arrived at Ruff Start Rescue from a local shelter. He has only been with his foster family for a short time, but one thing they will tell you is that he’s a sweet lover boy. Milo is a terrier/hound mix. He is just over a year old and weighs about 38 pounds. Milo is social with other dogs and is friendly with the people he meets. He is house-trained and cratetrained, and although he does know some of his basic commands, Milo would do well in a formal training program. Milo is playful, affectionate, eager to please, smart and even-tempered. He is gentle and a bit goofy, and likes to go for car rides and play with his toys. When he’s not busy, Milo loves to curl up next to his people on the couch and snuggle in for a nice nap. Milo is eagerly looking for a patient family that will continue his training so he can be the best companion. If you are interested in learning more about Milo Man or adopting him, please fill out an application at www.ruffstartrescue.org. Once your application is received, Ruff Start Rescue will contact you as soon as possible.
DNR BRIEF Plan a family weekend of ice fishing
Catch some quality family time the weekend of Jan. 13-15, known around Minnesota as “Take a Kid Ice Fishing” weekend. Residents can fish or spearfish for free when accompanied by a child age 15 or under for free. If you are new to ice fishing, you can learn how to ice fish on the Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR)website, where they provide helpful ways to catch different species of fish. Fishermen can find useful information on the DNR’s fishing page, including resources about fishing basics, where to fish and fishing regulations. When fishing, residents should consider trout fishing as an option for the weekend when the winter season opens on Saturday. Since you do not need a license when fishing with a kid, you won’t need a trout stamp either. More information on the weekend can be found on the DNR’s website at www.dnr.state.mn.us/ minnaqua/icefishing.
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When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12 Where: Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes Details: All-ages fundriser for Lino Lakers 4-H Club includes DJ, dancing, carnival-style games, drawings, and food. Proceeds donated to Anoka County 4-H Camp Salie. Tickets at the door. Contact: 612-750-0252 or facebook: Lino Lakers 4-H club
WINTER FARMERS MARKET When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 Where: Normandy Park Education Center, 2484 E.
County Road F Details: More than 20 vendors will sell locallygrown and handcrafted items and gifts; microgreens class offered. Food trucks also on site. Indoors. Contact: forksinthedirt.com
GUIDED BIRD HIKE When: 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve, 1515 Keats Ave. N. Details: Learn to identify the birds that call the St.
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Croix Valley home and contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with the guide. Hike on turf, gravel and paved trails. Free with vehicle permit. Contact: 651-430-8370 or co.washington.mn.us/parks
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HUGO SENIOR CLUB When: 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 15; the 3rd Monday of
LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS MEETING When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11 Where: online Details: Nora Slawik, Century College Foundation
every month Where: Rice Lake Centre, 6900 137th Street N. Details: Monthly meeting includes planning for future activities, followed by afternoon of games. Coffee and refreshments served. Contact: 651-592-0369 or barbconnolly1958@yahoo. com
Executive Director, leads webinar that includes discussion with mayors from Mahtomedi, Shoreview, Stillwater, and Vadnais Heights, and the city council chair from White Bear Lake on the greatest challenges facing local leaders. Contact: lwv-wbla.org
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THANK GOODNESS IT’S FOOD (TGIF) When: 11:15 a.m. or 12:45 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12 Where: White Bear Area Senior Center, 2484 E.
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ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14 Where: Costco, 1431 Beam Ave., Maplewood Details: Hike paved trails and streets and a short
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CENTENNIAL CHEER SHOWCASE When: 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14 Where: Centennial High School East, lower gym Details: Cheer teams in elementary through high
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clay crafts, artist demos, sled dogs, snowflake making, hot cocoa bar, and live music by Folk Revival. Registration encouraged, not required. Call in case of inclement weather. Contact: 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org
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WHITE BEAR CENTER FOR THE ARTS WINTER OPEN HOUSE When: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 Where: WBCA, 4971 Long Ave. Details: Free event with ice sculpting, face painting,
Lino Lakes Details: All-ages fundriser for Lino Lakers 4-H Club includes DJ, dancing, carnival-style games, drawings, and food. Proceeds donated to Anoka County 4-H Camp Salie. Tickets at the door. Contact: 612-750-0252 or facebook: Lino Lakers 4-H club
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FAMILY FRIENDLY DANCE PARTY When: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12 Where: Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 171 Elm St.,
LUNCH WITH A NATURALIST: WOLVES When: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 10 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino
WINTER READS BOOK SALE When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 Where: Northtown Library, 711 County Highway 10,
LAKESHORE QUILTERS GUILD SATURDAY SEW-IN When: 10-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13 Where: Shoreview Library, 4560 Victoria St. N. Details: Stop in to see what projects quilters are
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community service guide from the White Bear Lake Area School District landed on my desk this past week. The superintendent had a good message in it and there were a lot of statistics I found interesting. For example, 68.9% of students were white. The balance is made up of 8.43% Asian students, 6.53% Black and African American students, 8.66% Hispanic and Latino students, and 7% of students are 2 or more races. The total district population in grades K through 12 is 8,224. In addition to English, 58 languages are spoken in the district. Revenue sources for our school district come from the state at 67.5%, About the federal 4.6%, miscellaneous 2.9%, and 25% from property taxes. Town It’s a big responsibility for superintendents and school boards. Gene Johnson All of this takes responsible people, stewardship and accountability. Remember this at school board election time. State flag done deal? The State Emblem Redesign Commission feels they have come up with the recommended state flag design after a lot of work and a couple thousand designs that were submitted. It includes two colors of blue and a white eight-point star. Frankly, I don’t like it. I don’t think it represents our state well. It looks like it’s from another country in the world. To me the redesigned seal would be well placed on a blue flag similar to what we have now. There has been a lot of study put into it and it looks like it will proceed unless the legislature intervenes. They are anxious to have it ready by May 11 for Statehood Day. Some wanted to have it up for a public vote. Whether you like it or not, it might be worth discussing with your legislator in the next week or so as it will be taken up in this year’s legislature. The idea of keeping it simple comes through clearly. Mild winter will change What a mild winter this has been. We’ve missed not having snow for Christmas and it’s quite unusual for White Bear Lake to be totally ice-free again. The roads were good throughout Christmas and New Years in our region and that meant a safer driving experience. However, when it became a rainy night, it was difficult to see the lines on the highways that separate lanes. I guess slowing down never hurts for safety’s sake. Love your neighbor We have watched many demonstrations and expressions of hate toward students on college campuses and elsewhere based on the conflict in Israel and Gaza. In the Judeo-Christian faith, we are taught to love and not hate. Let’s all try to do our part in the new year to bring things together again. Gifts show appreciation In our newspapers where we have carrier delivery, we thank those carriers and their families for all the assistance they provide. It’s also very nice for newspaper readers to gift carriers in many different ways. Thank you for doing that. Thanks for holiday support The people at food shelves and used clothing centers appreciate all the donations that have helped thousands of people this holiday season. Financial gifts have also been provided. It’s so nice to see these programs working so well to help those in emergencies, lost jobs, health reasons, etc. It’s really neighbors helping neighbors and there are many examples that we don’t even know about where people are bringing food to those who might be ill or handicapped in some way to make the season more enjoyable for them. Thank you, community. Gene Johnson is publisher emeritus of Press Publications.
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want to start by saying Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I hope that your Holiday season was filled with joy and laughter amongst friends and family. With 2024 officially upon us, the next legislative session is only a few short weeks away. Soon, our state capitol will filled with Legislator be politicians, lobbyists, Lingo organizations, Elliot Engen and advocacy groups that aim to influence the laws of our state, often through campaign money, paybacks, special connections, or other incentives. My first session in legislature quickly taught me that the most important voice in determining the laws of our state, was purposefully kept out of the conversation: Yours. The voice of the Voters we work for. From limiting the ability
for public testimony on major bills, passing massive legislation in the dead of night, or slyly approving a $730 Million-Dollar office redesign for politicians, the government was operating under the belief that you work for them instead of the other way around. This needs to change. If the DFL majority had listened to you, they wouldn’t have approved a 40% increase in state government spending, raised taxes by $10.5 BillionDollars, failed to deliver on the $2,000 rebate checks they promised you during the previous election, or blown through the record surplus of $17.5 Billion. Over the past summer and fall, I set out to reverse this trend and make your voice heard from again, by knocking doors and talking with voters in our district at their doorsteps, town-hall and Q&A events, and by launching a “Priorities Survey” on our website, giving me further insight into the issues you’d like to see addressed. The responses, conversations, and interactions I was fortunate
enough to have with many of you, helped guide me in writing several bills that I’ll be introducing in the first week of session. These bills will aim to address the issues you told me are your priority: household affordability issues, rising healthcare costs, ongoing threats to community safety, and more. I want to sincerely thank everyone who has taken the time to collaborate and share their thoughts with me, as your voice was crucial in helping find innovative solutions to your priorities. I look forward to sharing these bills with you on February 12th, and invite anyone who would like to take our Priorities Survey to do so on my website. Thank you, and please feel free to reach out if I can ever be of help. Rep. Elliott Engen represents District 36A. He can be reached by phone at 651-296-2365, or by email at Rep.Elliott.Engen@ house.mn.gov
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It could be so much easier. Just for fun, let’s shine a light on the Imperial system of weights and measures. That’s the system of teaspoons, cups, pounds that we’re all used to. As everyone knows, there are 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon, 16 tablespoons in a cup, 2 cups in a pint, 2 pints in a quart and 4 quarts in a gallon. Cups and teaspoon measures typically come in some multiple of ⅛, ¼, ⅓ and ½ increments. There is also a weight and volume measure which are both called an ounce The Bread with 8 ounces in a cup and 16 ounces in a pound. By contrast, the Corner Metric system has 1000 Paul Lundh milliliters in a liter for volume and 1000 grams in a kilogram for weight. In the baking world, both grams and milliliters are small enough that it makes no sense to divide them into a fraction of a measure; a gram is about the weight of a paper clip. That’s a big help because the most complicated part of cutting a metric recipe in half is rounding to the nearest gram. With the Imperial system, cutting a recipe in half may, for example, involve cutting ⅓ of a cup in half and there aren’t any even measures for ⅙ of a cup. Worse still, there’s a lot of that kind of conversion; cut a volume in half then approximate the result to some existing measure. Cumbersome at best. Conversely, the metric
system involves weighing some number of grams. Simple. So now I think it’s fair to say that measuring with the metric system is easier and more precise. And last time we established that measuring by weight is better than by volume, especially for flour. Given those conclusions, here is the recipe for my standard 2 loaf batch of bread: • 1000g bread flour • 720g (or ML) of water - but since the scale is already on the counter, I use grams. • 25g of salt and • 1g of dried yeast The recipe above works well exactly as it stands. And it’s not a difficult feat of mental math to reduce it by one half for 1 loaf or multiply by 1 and a half to make 3 loaves. Further, we can make any amount of exactly the same dough with a scale, a lightweight measuring bowl, a mixing bowl and a spoon. So let’s take a step back and assess. We have a precise and consistent result with less equipment that is easily scalable because there are no fractions. I’d call that the easier way we were looking for at the beginning of the column. So in the meantime, go get that kitchen scale, have some great bread or pizza and we’ll connect next time. Paul Lundh is a longtime resident of Centerville and a periodic columnist for the Quad Community Press.
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I started downhill skiing on a middle school field trip in the early 1990’s. No one in our family skied at the time so it was an entirely new adventure. Fast forward to my freshman year of high school. While I was exploring winter sport options, k beginning 1/7/2024 my mom mentioned, “Well, you really enjoyed skiing, why don’t you try the Alpine team?” It was a decision that continues to shape my life today as I go into my third season as head coach of the Centennial/Spring Lake Park team. Alpine skiing is much more than a sport. It’s an incredible way to enjoy the great outdoors during our winter months. Skiing not only provides Plans start activity at just $20/month. great physical but also fresh air and a fantastic social setting. Some of my favorite conversations happen on chairlifts between runs, or © 2023 Consumer Cellular Inc. Terms and Conditions subject to change. in the chalet after a day on the slopes.
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City Council Member Michael Ruhland said he didn’t like the look of the proposal. “I’d like to see more continuity of the whole building so it doesn’t look like an addition,” he said. Mayor Rob Rafferty added, “I don’t think there is anything attractive about what you are proposing at all.” Council Member Tony Cavegn said, “I drive by your building three to four times a week. I couldn’t tell you what your current building is made out of, I don’t get close enough to it … You are not going to notice it unless you are going into their facility.” He added that he did agree with city staff’s Class 3 classification, and he agreed with Ruhland that he would like to see more continuity between the existing building and the addition. Owner of Rice Industries Taylor Miller said it all comes down to cost. “I’m trying to put in more warehouse space. We have grown considerably over the past couple of years,” he explained. “This type of building allows me to put in narrow aisle warehousing, utilize specialized fork lifts, get the aisles much closer together.” The council, which serves as the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, was scheduled to consider Rice Industries’ appeal Jan. 8, after press deadlines. If Rice Industries decides to move forward with the expansion, it will need to submit revised plans that meet the city’s requirements. Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.
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Council Member Christopher Lyden said, “This might be the most exciting thing to happen to Lino Lakes.” He inquired whether the city property located near City Hall and the Rookery Activity Center (RAC) had been considered as a possible site. City Administrator Sarah Cotton explained that even if the RAC gymnasium was demolished, there still would not be enough room on the site for the dome. Lyden said he would also like to see a walking track included in the proposal. “It would be a win-win,” he said. Bigelbach explained that the dome would be built oversized, allowing for a border of 10 to 15 feet around the fields that can be used for walking during non-prime hours. He added that currently at the West St. Paul dome, walkers utilize the “track” from 7 a.m. to noon. Council Member Michael Ruhland said he would be in favor of the sports dome near the fire station. “It seems to fit what our future plan is for the area,” he said. He added that a future restaurant should be considered, similar to Moe’s Ice House located between Fogerty Arena and Four Seasons Curling Club in Blaine. Council Member Tony Cavegn said he liked the idea, but was a bit concerned what would happen if the business model didn’t work out. “I think this is a great idea. I’ve been wanting something like this up here for a long time,” he said. “My biggest concern is this sounds a lot like another recreational facility (former YMCA, now RAC) that we helped build a while back that we are now talking on. I have got to admit that it scares the hell out of me. If this doesn’t work, or in 20 years we have
this giant dome down here that they don’t want to use anymore, what do we do with it then?” Grochala explained that would all be spelled out in the agreement between the two parties. Other things would also be spelled out in the agreement, such as the city’s allotted hours for programming, RAC memberships tying into dome use, naming rights and more. “We want to make sure that there is a public benefit to this at the lowest cost that we can get out of this,” Grochala said. Public Services Director Rick DeGardner said he was excited about the possibility of having access to indoor turf. He explained that the gym space at the RAC is extremely limited. “Whenever we have pickleball classes, it’s just nuts.” He mentioned possibilities for partnering with the RAC’s fitness provider, Endurance Fitness, for possible programming. He said tapping into an indoor facility would be a potential revenue source for the RAC. Council Member Dale Stoesz said he would like to see a ghost plat accounted for in the plans, addressing the possibility of adding another dome in the future if demand should warrant it. Mayor Rafferty said he was also supportive of the concept. “I think there is a lot of detail that you guys still need to work out,” he said. “(But) I’m totally impressed with the idea. This can work.” Christine Glasgow, coaching director for the Centennial Volleyball Club, said the club was very interested in the dome and wanted to make sure SFDMG considered not only the rising popularity of pickleball, but also volleyball. She explained that in the past few years, the club has grown from 80 players to
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Fu, 5-0 at 121 and 127 pounds; Tyler Cook, 5-0 at 189; Joe Streff, 4-0 at 189; and Aidan Ford, 2-0 at 215 and 285. “We had some starters out, so some young guys stepped up and won matches,” coach Chase Steffen said. At New Richmond, the top three teams were Centennial with 310 points, River Falls, Wisconsin, with 301 and Eau Claire North, Wisconsin, with 263. Two Cougars were individual champions — Cook (21-4), sophomore at 190 pounds, pinning all five
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The Centennial wrestlers have won two consecutive tournaments — a dual meet tourney at North St. Paul on Dec. 29 where they went 5-0, and a 15-team event at New Richmond, Wisconsin, on Jan. 6. At North, the Cougars defeated St. Charles 48-22, St. Agnes 45-27, Cretin-Derham Hall 65-6, Tartan 63-6 and Ogilvie 30-27. Cougars undefeated were Logan
opponents, and Marcus Whiting (15-5), senior at 285, who was 5-0 with four pins plus a decision over a No. 10 ranked opponent. Whiting has lost only to highlyranked opponents. Placing fifth were Ian Shelstad at 106 and Leeton Guggenburger at 113. Placing sixth were Parker Leiter at 125 and Ford at 215. The Cougars beat Blaine 45-27 and lost to Anoka 3121 in a conference triangular Friday at Anoka. They are 11-4 overall and 3-3 in the Northwest Suburban.
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Marisa Frost pumped in 27 points as Centennial edged Osseo 59-57 there Thursday. Jordan Metz and Autumn McCall added 11 points each and Molly Monson seven for the Cougars (4-7), who led 35-25 at halftime. “We shot well in the first half and went cold in the second,” coach Jamie Sobolik said. “We were able to get some timely baskets from Molly, Autumn, and Marisa, as Osseo kept getting within a basket of our lead.” Teshaya Anderson led Osseo (7-3) with 19. The Cougars were 0-2 at the Rosemount tournament Dec. 28-29. They lost to Eagan (4-5) by 56-52 after leading 38-27 at the half. Frost had 24 points and Monson 12. Rosemount (9-2) beat the Cougars 73-53 with Anna Zimmer hitting 20 points and Asha Ramlall 19. Frost had 19 points and Emma Thompson nine.
Harper Searles scored three goals and assisted on the other six for a nine-point game as Centennial cruised 9-1 over Coon Rapids (7-3) at home Saturday. Searles leads with 25 points (11 goals, 14 assists). Also scoring for the Cougars (6-4-1) were Heath Nelson (two), Alex Clampitt, Joey Hemr, Tanner Graczyk, and Austin Petersen. Cooper Hemr made three assists and goalie Easton Cody 20 saves. The Cougars beat Spring Lake Park 7-1 at home Thursday with Logan Adams, Searles and Austin Petersen netting two goals each and Hemr one. Nelson had three assists and Gavin Schahn 21 saves.
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Tyler Cook, Centennial wrestler, went 5-0 in two straight Brol Scherman,atCentennial junioronlacrosse has netted tournaments, North St. Paul Dec. 29standout, and New Richmond 22 goals and 6, provided assists place for thefirst in Cougars (4-2) (WI) on Jan. helpingseven the Cougars each. Thewhile notching 17 ground ballspinned (a change of possession 190-pound sophomore all five opponentsstatistic). in Wisconsin, Scherman all-conference asChase a sophomore with 36 goals raising his was record to 21-4. Coach Steffen cited Cook as and 28 assists.hard-working The recruitingstudent/athlete website ILMCA who said “always of him: “Endan especially sets to-end playmaking machine striking confidence both on out to do the right things” in with sports, academics and the weight and offTactically, the field. Versatile offensive threat strong room. he described Cook as lightwith on his feet,outside quick shooting and crease finishing always skills. Magnetic and to make shots, very physical, staying inteam greatleader position. positive influencer.” Cook saw some varsity action at guard on the state champion football team while also playing junior varsity.
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SWIMMING Centennial defeated Andover 102-82 at home Thursday evening, improving to 3-1 in duals. Cougar event winners were Isaac Nguyen (200 free, 2:00.28, and 500 free, 5:29.43), Joseph Murray (50 free, 23.57), Caleb Cregan (butterfly, 58.93), Benno Schuhbauer (backstroke, 1:01.69). The Cougars won the medley relay with Cregan, Schuhbauer, Tyler Celotta and Murray (1:47.47) and the 200 free relay with Jacob Digre, Talen Greeson-Stormoen, Nguyen and Murray (1:39.65).
GYMNASTICS Rogers defeated Centennial 138.45 to 123.775 on Thursday. Michaela Osland scored 33.4 and Jenna Simso 31.525 all-around, placing 3-4 behind Rogers’ Sadie Bachman and Sophie Mahnke. Osland won vault with 8.90. Bruce Strand
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POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reports the following incidents: • Officers responded to a report of a power line on fire on Gladstone Drive Dec. 26. There was no active fire or safety risk when officers arrived, and the power company was alerted. • An officer was informed of a damaged cityowned walking path near the 1200 block of Chokecherry Road Dec. 26. The incident is currently under investigation. • An officer responded to a theft report in the 7600 block of Village Drive Dec. 26. The incident was documented and is under investigation. • An officer responded to an identity theft report in the 2000 block of Cypress Street Dec. 26. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer took a phone call report of suspicious activity in the 6600 block of Timberwolf Trail Dec. 26. The caller was advised to call back when the activity is occurring. • Officers conducted a traffic stop for a driver who was driving after revocation in the 400 block of Apollo Drive Dec. 27. Officers cited the driver and advised them not to drive from the scene. A short time later, officers observed the same driver driving again, so they were stopped again and arrested for the violation. The driver was transported to jail. • Officers responded to a male yelling and swearing at staff at a gas station in the 6700 block of Hodgson Road Dec. 27. At the request of management, officers trespassed the male from the premises, and he left. • An officer responded to a call of suspicious activity involving spam emails in the 900 block of Lois Lane Dec. 27. The officer gave the caller information on ways to protect their identity. • While on patrol, an officer observed a residence with numerous city ordinance violations in the 6300 block of Otter Lake Road Dec. 27. The information was forwarded to the community development department. • An officer responded to an ongoing harassment concern in the 500 block of 77th Street Dec. 28. The incident was documented at the complainant’s request. • An officer responded to a report of suspicious activity in the 2100 block of Johanna Circle
Dec. 29. The incident was documented. • Officers responded to an apartment building on Town Center Parkway on a reported domestic assault Dec. 29. The incident was investigated and an adult male was arrested and booked into jail. • An officer conducted a traffic stop for an equipment violation near Lake Drive and Marke Place Drive Dec. 29. The male driver was arrested for DWI and was later booked into the Anoka County Jail for first-degree DWI. • An officer stopped a vehicle for a crosswalk violation near Lake Drive and Main Street Dec. 29, and the driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested for fourth-degree DWI and was issued a citation requiring a court appearance. • Officers responded to a report of a possible medical situation occurring in a vehicle in the 6800 block of Lakeview Drive Dec. 30. Officers arrived and found a male asleep in a parked and running vehicle. The male showed signs of impairment and was arrested and later booked into the Anoka County Jail for third-degree DWI. • An officer responded to a single vehicle rollover crash on I-35W near Lake Drive Dec. 30. The officer found the driver had minor injuries. The driver was evaluated by the medical staff and the vehicle was towed. • An officer responded to a two-vehicle personal injury crash near Lilac Street and Apollo Drive Dec. 30. Two vehicles were towed from the scene. One driver was evaluated by ambulance personnel. • An officer responded to a report of an odor of gas at a city lift station in the 2200 block of Cedar Street E. Dec. 31. A possible leak was discovered, and the fire department shut the gas off and notified the gas company to respond. Public works was advised of the problem. • Police and fire personnel responded to an apartment building in the 700 block of Town Center Parkway for a fire alarm and the smell of burnt food on the third floor Dec. 31. Fire staff ventilated the building and reset the alarm. No other problems were found. • An officer responded to the 7600 block of Behm Lane for a driving complaint Dec. 31. The
officer identified the driver and spoke with them about their driving conduct. • Officers responded to a report of fireworks heard near the 400 block of Hawthorn Road Dec. 31. The officer checked the area but was unable to locate the source. The officer called the complainant and advised them of their findings. • Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 6600 block of 20th Avenue S. Jan. 1 and found the driver to be impaired. The driver was arrested for fourth-degree DWI. • An officer noticed fresh footprints going inside a building under construction in the 6600 block of Chestnut Street Jan. 1. The officer documented the scene. It was unknown at that time if anything was stolen or damaged. The investigation is ongoing. • An officer responded to a church parking lot in the 100 block of Elm Street Jan. 1 for a complaint of vehicles driving recklessly. The officer spoke with three juvenile males and made them aware of the complaint. The Centennial Lakes Police Department reports the following incidents: • Officers were dispatched to the 100 block of East Golden Lake Road in Circle Pines Dec. 27 for terroristic threats. • Police responded to an animal complaint on Center Road in Circle Pines Dec. 27. • Suspicious activity was reported on Center Road in Circle Pines Dec. 28. • An officer stopped a driver with a revoked license in the 7300 block of Main Street in Centerville Dec. 28. • An officer responded to the 9400 block of Griggs Avenue in Lexington Dec. 29 on a report of suspicious activity. • Officers were dispatched to the intersection of Lake Drive and Lexington Avenue in Lexington Dec. 30 for a property damage incident. • A driver with a revoked license was located in the 1800 block of Main Street in Centerville Jan. 2. The officer conducted a traffic stop and the male did not cooperate. He was issued a citation.
PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEF Pedestrian killed in Blaine crash On Jan. 2 at approximately 4:30 a.m. the Blaine Police Department, Coon Rapids Police Department, Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, Spring Lake Park-Blaine-Mounds View Fire Department and Allina EMS responded to a report of an individual
lying in the road near 109th Ave NE and Central Ave NE in the city of Blaine. An additional 911 call was received from an individual reporting that the vehicle they were in may have struck someone lying on the road. Upon arrival, emergency responders attempted lifesaving measures on an injured adult male lying on the road.
Life Link III arrived to transport the male to a local hospital; however, he was declared deceased at the scene. A short time later, the motor vehicle suspected of hitting the male was located along with the adult male driver. The victim has ben identified as James Douglas Sachs, age 42, of Blaine. The driver of the motor
vehicle has been identified as Sead Gluhic, age 64, of Blaine. This incident remains under investigation by the Blaine Police Department, Minnesota State Patrol, Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office and Anoka County Sheriff’s Office.
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 2024 STREET REHABILITATION AND TRUNK WATER MAIN PROJECT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bids for the construction of 2024 Street Rehabilitation and Trunk Water Main Project will be received online through QuestCDN vBid™ until Tuesday, January 30, 2023 at 10:00 am local time. Immediately following expiration of the time for receiving bids, representatives of the City of Lino Lakes will publicly view Bids at an online Bid opening meeting. Those interested in viewing the online Bid opening are welcome to join the meeting by logging on to https://zoom.us/join or calling 309.205.3325 and entering Meeting ID 918 3115 4530 and Passcode 962776. The as-read online Bid results will be available at www.questcdn.com following the Bid opening. The Project includes the furnishing of all labor and materials for the construction complete in-place, of the following approximate quantities: 850 L F Abandon Watermain 1290 S Y Mill Bituminous Surface 9690 S Y Mill Bituminous Surface (1.5”) 1340 S Y Mill Bituminous Surface (2.0”) 2390 TON Type SP 9.5 Wearing Course Mix (2,B) 9 EACH 12” Gate Valve & Box 1900 L F 12” PVC Watermain (Directional Drilled) 930 L F 18” Watermain HDPE (Directional Drilled) The provisions of MINN. STAT. 16C.285 Responsible Contractor are imposed as a requirement of this contract. All bidders and persons or companies providing a response/submission to the Advertisement for Bids of the City of Lino Lakes shall comply with the provisions of the statute. Information and Bidding Documents for the Project can be found at www. questcdn.com. Bidding Documents may be downloaded from the website for a nonrefundable fee of $55 by inputting Quest project #8908342 on the website’s Project Search page.
The website will be updated periodically with addenda, lists of registered plan holders, reports, and other information relevant to submitting a Bid for the Project. All official notifications, addenda, and other Bidding Documents will be offered only through the website www.questcdn.com. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for Bidding Documents, including addenda, if any, obtained from other sources. The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all Bids and to waive any Bids received without explanation. No Bid may be withdrawn for a period of 60 days. For all further requirements regarding Bid submittal, qualifications, procedures, and contract award, refer to the Instructions to Bidders that are included in the Bidding Documents. DATED: December 11, 2023 BY THE ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL s/s Michael Grochala, Community Development Director, Lino Lakes, MN Published two times in the Quad Community Press on January 2 and 9, 2024.
LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Commissioners (the “Board”) of the Lino Lakes Economic Development Authority, Minnesota (the “EDA”) will meet at City Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 600 Town Center Parkway in the City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota (the “City”), following the City Council meeting that commences at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, January 22, 2024, to conduct a public hearing with respect to a proposal to sell to M.I.T. USA, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company, or its successors and assigns (collectively, the “Developer”), certain real property located in the City (the “Property”) identified by property identification number 18-31-22-41-0011 and legally described as follows:
That part of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 18, Township 31, Range 22 lying southerly of Apollo Drive and lying Northerly of I35W and lying Northeasterly of the following described line: Commencing at the most Easterly corner of parcel 14, City of Lino Lakes Right of Way Plat No. 1, Apollo Drive; thence South 68 degrees 12 minutes 20 seconds West (assumed bearing) along the Southeasterly line of said Plat 60.07 feet; thence Southwesterly 243.99 feet along said Southeasterly line being a tangential curve concave to the southeast having a radius of 610 feet and a central angle of 22 degrees 55 minutes 02 seconds; thence South 45 degrees 17 minutes 18 seconds West tangent to said curve 280 feet to the point of beginning of said line; thence South 44 degrees 42 minutes 42 seconds East 308.65 feet to intersect with the northeasterly right of way of I35W and said line there terminating, except the East 383 feet thereof, Anoka County, Minnesota. The Developer proposes to acquire the Property from the Authority for development purposes. The proposed sale of the Property from the Authority to the Developer is authorized by Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.105, as amended. The proposed terms and conditions of the sale are available for review by the public at the office of the Executive Director of the Authority at City Hall on and after the date of this notice. Following the public hearing, the Board will decide if the sale is advisable. At the time and place fixed for the public hearing, the Board will give all persons who appear at the hearing an opportunity to express their views with respect to the proposal. In addition, interested persons may direct any questions or file written comments respecting the proposal with the Executive Director of the Authority, at or prior to said public hearing. Dated: January 9, 2024 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR THE CITY OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA /s/ Sarah Cotton, Executive Director Lino Lakes Economic Development Authority Published one time in the Quad Community Press on January 9, 2024.
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New laws will punish ice litterbugs BY ROY HEILMAN CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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Starting this year, ice anglers should plan ahead to ensure they don’t run afoul of Minnesota’s ice littering law.
for any lake, and he hears about it from the public. “Most of the lakes in the area do have people who fish on them, and it can be anywhere. It can be a potential problem every year. It’s one of the biggest complaints we get every year. It’s something that’s highly visible and something people notice; not just other anglers, but other people who are out recreating. They notice this stuff.” Paavola said he has checked some ice anglers this year, and that littering has not been a problem. He has received questions about the “ice littering” law and said this season will be a big year for educating the public. “Obviously with any new legislation that comes out, our big focus is on education. Our main goal is to gain voluntary compliance and have people pick up what they bring out onto the ice. We don’t want to have to run around and address these issues with fines all the time. Again, most people who are out recreating on the ice of this state are in voluntary compliance and they always have been. This is addressing the small number of people who have
not been in compliance over the years.” As we wait for lakes to firm up and gain trustworthy ice again, Paavola said the best way to prevent littering—and the accompanying fine—is to make a plan before going out. “It’s like anything else. You plan what spot you’re going to fish on the lake, you plan what food and drinks you’re going to bring out there. This is just one more thing. So, okay, maybe I need to pack a trash bag with me, or an extra bucket to put my garbage in; something simple and light. It can go into the planning, to make it more enjoyable for yourself and other people as well.” For tips on how to help keep our lakes free of garbage and other pollutants, consult keepitcleanmn.org. Roy Heilman is a contributing writer for Press Publications. He can be reached at news@presspubs. com or 651-407-1200.
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Ice conditions in Minnesota this year have become uncertain and unpredictable. Thanks to a new law, however, one thing is now clear: when ice anglers can get back out on area lakes, they have no excuses for leaving anything behind but holes. This legislation is a response to years of increased littering on Minnesota’s lakes. While it was already unlawful to leave trash in or on our waterways, it wasn’t illegal to let it sit there for unspecified amounts of time. This inevitably led to trash bags and other items becoming frozen in place or forgotten—and ultimately abandoned. The new law aims to eliminate that possibility by disallowing anything but fishing equipment from sitting on the surface of lakes or rivers in the first place. State statute 97C.363 reads: “A person using a shelter, a motor vehicle, or any other conveyance on the ice of state waters may not deposit garbage, rubbish, cigarette filters, debris from fireworks, offal, the body of a dead animal, litter, sewage or any other waste outside the shelter, motor vehicle or conveyance…” In other words, none of those things can contact the ice at any time, including fish intended to be kept. The only exception given is that such items may be placed in a container “that is secured to the shelter, motor vehicle, or conveyance.” Conservation officer Matthew Paavola has been stationed in the northeast metro area for the last year. He said the new law will help him address where infractions are more likely to occur. “It seems to be a problem more with shelters that are on the ice for an extended period of time, just because the garbage and trash does build up, compared to somebody that may be sitting on a bucket for an hour,” he said. “But the vast majority of people do a pretty good job cleaning up after themselves, and we do find a lot of people out on the ice picking up other people’s trash,” he added. While some lakes that tend to attract “wheelhouses” might be more prone to abandoned trash, Paavola said littering on the ice is a problem