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Recreation complex to be placed on ballot?

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM EDITOR

LINO LAKES — Whether the proposed recreation complex at Birch Street and Centerville Road should be placed on the ballot or not was up for discussion at the City Council’s work session on Feb. 4.

The city last discussed the recreation complex at a work session in July. Recently, the council agreed to dedicate $ 375,000 from the city’s general fund toward the first phase of the project. Jason Amberg, of WSB & Associates, presented the updated master plan for the site, located behind the city’s Fire Station at the corner of Birch Street and Centerville Road, at the council’s Jan. 7 work session. As presented, the project includes two phases: phase 1A, the area immediately south of the station, and phase 1B, a ballfield area on the southernmost portion of the site.

Phase 1A was proposed to include a small parking lot, trails, four pickleball courts, two tennis courts and a picnic shelter. Public Services Director Rick DeGardner explained since the last meeting, the plan was updated to reflect some of the council’s comments including the addition of two pickleball courts as well as a full-size basketball court and sand volleyball courts at the south end of the property. The total estimated cost for Phase 1A base development is $ 592,233, which does not include the park shelter ($45,000) and basketball court ($25,000).

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County swings into action on golf course strategic plan

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM EDITOR

LINO LAKES — Chomonix Golf Course has avoided “sudden death” in the golf playoffs after all.

At its well-attended Feb. 5 meeting at the Bunker Hills Activities Center, the Anoka County Parks Committee approved a proposal to continue operating the golf course for at least three more years. County Commissioners Rhonda Sivarajah, Julie Braastad and Mandy Meisner attended the meeting.

“My proposal for Chomonix would be to continue keeping it operating for at least the next three years,” Sivarajah said, addressing committee members. “Part of that process would be bringing in new management with professional golf management experience so we can ensure that

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“In addition, I would ask that you consider looking at bringing in a professional entity to really review operations ... I would also ask that, as part of this process, on a quarterly basis we receive information as to how we are progressing, what are the things that are being done and actions being taken so that we can continue to monitor and ensure that we are on the right track.”

County Commissioner and Parks Committee Chair Mike Gamache explained that closing the course was simply one of the options committee members had discussed. “We were not moving forward with anything at the time,” he noted. “I apologize if it came across that way with some of the things we SEE CHOMONIX , PAGE 3

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sent out ... You are always looking at options that you have available to you when you are making decisions so that you are not caught off guard or by surprise.”

Parks Director Jeff Perry then presented seven strategic plan initiatives, which he said the county plans to implement right away. These include: • Recruit, hire and train a new qualified golf operations supervisor, seasonal operations staff and volunteers. Create a renewed spirit of branding, professional leadership and outstanding customer service.

• Issue a request for proposals to seek a professional golf industry consultant to assist in preparing a comprehensive three-year strategic plan. The goal is to achieve a positive cash flow operation.

• Analyze and make needed adjustments in the following areas: food and beverage, apparel and accessories, lessons and programs, leagues, tournaments, memberships, year-round banquet facility rentals and clubhouse interior layout and function.

• Analyze and adjust marketing (social media), advertising and promotions to maximize revenues for both golf operations and the banquet facility.

SUBMITTED • Renovate clubhouse restrooms and replace siding, Parks Director Jeff Perry presented seven strategic plan initiatives the county plans to implement right away at the Feb. 5 meeting. roof and priority utility and mechanical systems. been in business world for 44 years, and • Establish a sustainable and fiscally opinion (is) you need at least five years to really to get this started, you have got to hit the responsible equipment replacement make something run. Three years is a good start, ground running, not just at a trot, we are program. but I hope that if you are on an upward trend after talking 95 mph to get this thing set up • Coordinate with TwinCitiesGolf.com three years, that you consider continuing to move and get it set up right. Don’t dilly around, forward on that track.” to discuss a full-service marketing just get it done. It is critical to starting proposal for 2019, which it agreed to Lino Lakes resident Pat Smith made a proposal that off on the right foot. I have faith in do so free of charge. to the committee. “What I would like to propose, you.”

Perry noted that a total of $224,000 based on the discussions that I have had with city Lino Lakes resident Pete Korkowski of capital expenditures would need staff, in conjunction with what you are doing right said he has three children, one who to be made this year to get the course now, (is you) engage in conversation with the city off on the right track. Those include is on the golf team and one who of Lino Lakes to have the opportunity to give them $136,000 worth of improvements for worked at Chomonix the past two first right of refusal on obtaining the property as an the clubhouse (restroom renovation, years. “There is little value in asset. So if you get to the two-year point and decide outdoor mobile beverage center and going backwards, but you made a you don’t want to run this thing, at least the city replacement of water heater, well comment, Mr. Gamache, has a year to work with the county to see if they can pressure tank, roof and siding). Perry that you were sorry the move forward with that,” he said. added that an additional $88,000 is communication came Sivarajah explained that county staff had met with needed for the golf course maintenance across the way it did. I city representatives and committed to keep them operation including replacement of a went back and looked at informed about how things were going throughout Signed a 2002 fairway mower, irrigation pump, the communication that sent the three years. Gamache added there would be two-way radio and a large area seeder. out sometime in mid-January quarterly updates about Chomonix at the committee petition Also, a new fleet of golf carts would

by Jeff Perry. I don’t know how it and county board meetings, too. co need to be leased for the next three years, couldn’t have been taken the way Sivarajah noted that since the land was acquired to save th t you are saying ... I find it a little he said. that back in the 1970s using federal and state funds, the intere Meisner mentioned she received several interesting that as close as I live to the county would not be able to turn over the property to Chomonix prope emails from people both within and property, I or my neighbors, didn’t get the city, “although there could be some other sort of Golf Course t, so I want to clarify how that got outside of the district she represents in it, arrangement,” she said. ds support of the three-year proposal for the distributed to the community.”

Lino Lakes resident Chuck Buskus suggested the course.

Perry responded, “The flyer county consider opening membership to the course w Braastad said, “It is really important went out on Jan. 19. We were to anyone who wants to be a member. “I have lived when we are making a decision like this working under a pretty tight here for 30 years, and I am not a member of the golf to make sure the community supports and time constraint to make some course, but I would love to be.” backs it. I think we are very committed decisions. We wanted to After unanimously approving Sivarajah’s to this three-year plan and I, for one, feel distribute that flyer out to 31 proposal, Gamache explained, “This committee very positive that we can turn this around and make it a parcels that back up to Chomonix, so that is what we action does not need to go to the county board. successful and profitable golf course.” did. We made it a point to get the information in the There will not be any other action on this after Sivarajah added, “I want to thank everyone for hands of immediate neighbors.” today. We will just move right to implementation.” their interest and their input. I think that is what is Circle Pines resident Mary Mensch, who is a local important about this process, we want to hear from you.

Realtor, said, “I am here because changes to that Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at If you have ideas that maybe we haven’t tried before or property will change values to the surrounding 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com. things that you know simply have not been working out homes. As someone working here and working there, please communicate those to Jeff Perry so that we toward higher home values and tax values for our can gather ideas and input as to things we can try out residents, I would much prefer to see Chomonix there ...” be very successful and do very well. I think that is Seven people shared their comments and something that should also be considered as this questions at the meeting. moves forward.”

First up was Dave Hale, a 30-year member of She added, “As a businessperson, my personal Chomonix. “I bought my fi rst season ticket in 1988. I hope to be a member again this next year.

Playing golf at Chomonix has been a tremendous part of my life,” he said. “I am just thrilled that you will continue this on. This is so important for the community. If you get this back on track, Chomonix will be one of the great courses in the Twin Cities. Thank you for keeping it open for three more years.”

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nce again we have a Minnesotan who has put their name in for the nomination for president. On Sunday, Sen. Amy Klobuchar announced her run. Over the past few years I have attended a few functions where Sen. Klobuchar was the keynote speaker. This will be an interesting race. A Democrat, Sen. Klobuchar seems to win her re-election campaigns handily, an indication she has broad appeal to Minnesota voters of all political persuasions. The last Minnesotan to attempt a run for president was Tim Pawlenty, but he didn’t get very far in the primary against Donald Trump. This looks like will be a historic race on the Publisher’s itDemocratic side in terms of the number of women who have put View themselves in the ring.

Clear snow from hydrants Carter Johnson and mailboxes With the recent snowfall, it’s critical that neighborhoods adopt fi re hydrants to keep them clear of snow in case of emergencies. If it is kept up, it is pretty easy to keep accessable. Think about how much space the fire departments would need to hook up hoses. Taking the average snow blower around the hydrant three to four times should do the trick. Also, make a wide path to the street.

As you’re out shoveling sidewalks and driveways, consider the postal carrier. It is important to clear the space along the street in front of your mailbox for your postal and newspaper carriers.

After driving my son and daughter on newspaper routes for the last six to eight weeks, I know fi rsthand that delivery is brutal when the snow is not cleared. It is nearly impossible to deliver a paper when you can’t get near the newspaper box. I can’t imagine what the postal workers go through. So take an extra few minutes to clear away that snow, and be sure to touch up after the plow trucks come through.

Cold snap reduces Emerald Ash Borer The U.S. Forest Service is reporting that the polar vortex may have an effect on the invasive Emerald Ash Borer population. It will greatly reduce the larvae, putting it a few years behind its current pace of killing millions of ash trees.

However, it would be highly unlikely that it would knock out Emerald Ash Borer. The cold will also have an effect on Asian beetles. Short of a whole winter of minus 40, these pests will still be around Minnesota.

Press wins ‘general excellence’ award At Press Publications, we budget annually funds to reinvest in our staff through training opportunities. The Minnesota Newspaper Association is one of our greatest local resources.

Each year in January hundreds of newspaper reporters, editors, salespeople and publishers come together to further their education and hear from presenters about the latest trends in the industry. The two-day conference includes an awards banquet, and Press Publications took home a few awards from among over 4,000 entries across the state. Our papers enter in the largest division for weekly newspapers. Entries are judged by another state’s newspaper association.

The White Bear Press received second place in the “general excellence” category, a highly sought after award. The judges consider design, reporting, photography and editorial content.

The White Bear Press also received second place for “best advertisement.” The Shoreview Press received fi rst place in the “investigative reporting” and “social issues” categories.

Sitting at the awards banquet, it was pretty humbling to be next to a group of such talented newspaper staff.

Carter Johnson is publisher of Press Publications.

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#MeToo movement spurs national conversation

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he #MeToo movement has become a cultural watershed moment that grew out of egregious sexual harassment and assault charges brought against prominent public figures in Hollywood and politics. The acts perpetrated were repugnant and in some cases criminal in nature.

This movement has brought to bear a societal conversation Legislator centered on the way we treat people and has Lingo led to long needLinda Runbeck ed awareness to the issues that women and others sometimes face in the workplace.

I am proud of the steps we have taken in the Minnesota House of Representatives, where we approved and instituted one of the most comprehensive workplace harassment policies of its kind in the nation.

In the months and years since the #MeToo movement began, legislative bodies around the nation have started to look at the laws we have on the books that protect people from harassment. Harassing behavior does not only apply to the workplace, it also applies to public accommodations, public services and educational as well as housing environments.

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recognized by Minnesota Courts in 1980 as part of a lawsuit. Two years later it was added to state law as part of the Minnesota’s human rights act. In 1986, the United States Supreme Court set the universal standard for sexual harassment claims stating that the claims needed to be “severe or pervasive” for a case to proceed.

This year, the Legislature is considering legislation that would lower the bar by removing the Supreme Court’s “severe or pervasive” standard.

While this proposed change is appealing in theory, I am concerned that in practice it will leave the courts without a proper standard to determine whether or not sexual harassment has occurred. I am afraid that the courts may throw out both the “reasonable person” and “totality of the circumstances” standards that are currently in use. This may open the door for lawsuits to proceed in cases where an individual was simply “offended” by someone’s actions without considering other circumstances that would be important in identifying whether harassment did indeed occur.

These concerns are warranted because of the damage this small change could cause to businesses, educational institutions and other organizations that may find themselves paying out large sums of money to avoid claims that would otherwise become headline-making lawsuits.

Ultimately, this legislation could turn every complaint of harassment into a subjective “he said, she said” scenario because we simply do not know how the courts are going to interpret the sexual harassment statute without the severe or pervasive language. A legal bar that is too low often invites frivolous litigation and high societal costs.

Instead of focusing on the backend of this issue, I am hopeful that we can find more ways to address harassment to make sure that the behavior never occurs in the fi rst place. Some states have made changes to sexual harassment laws by mandating that companies adopt sexual harassment policies and implement training programs. We should explore ways we can incentivize companies to establish harassment policies and to train their employees about what behavior is appropriate and what is not.

At the end of the day, we must do better and treat everyone with the respect and dignity that they deserve. The #MeToo movement has started an important and vital national conversation about harassment and the way we treat each other. Let’s use that momentum to create a better and more respectful society and focus on legislation that achieves that intended goal.

Rep. Linda Runbeck represents District 38A in the Minnesota House of Representatives.

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The limits of love Romantic proposals and what people will do for love will be explored at Lifetree CafĂŠ at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, and at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 14.

The program titled, “What Would You Do for Love? One Guy’s Outrageous, Risk-It-All Adventure to Get the Girl,� includes a film featuring Ryan Leak, whose girlfriend, Amanda Roman, once said she wanted to get engaged and married on the same day. Ryan secretly invited 100 of their friends and family to fly to Miami to witness their

wedding —before he’d proposed.

Admission to the 60-minute event is free and snacks and beverages are provided. Lifetree CafĂŠ is located at 1 Shepherd Court, Circle Pines. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Ann at 612-751-5707 or lifetreecafecpmn@gmail.com.

St. Genevieve to host blood drive The Church of St. Genevieve will host a Red Cross blood drive from noon to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, at the Parish Community Center, located at 6995 Centerville Road, Centerville.

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CENTENNIAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 12 PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARING The parent advisory committee for the Centennial Public Schools American Indian education program will be holding its annual public hearing during the winter event on Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wargo Nature Center.

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CITY OF LINO LAKES ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID The City of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, will receive sealed bids for: ROOF REPLACEMENT LINO LAKES CIVIC COMPLEX 600 TOWN CENTER PARKWAY, LINO LAKES, MN 55014 Until 2:00 P.M. March 6, 2019, at the City of Lino Lakes, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, MN 55104 to the attention of Mr. Rick DeGardner, at which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud. Bidders are invited to attend. Bids received after 2:00 P.M. will be returned unopened.

A Pre-bid meeting will be held the Lino Lakes Civic Complex, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, MN 55014 at 2:00 PM on February 25, 2019.

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In response to ‘Not too late to slam that door’ printed Feb. 5 It’s really too bad that a certain resident is stuck in 2002 and doesn’t see a need for parks and trails development, especially in a city known nationwide (CNN Money’s Best Places To Live) for its lakes and outdoor amenities.

The park system may have been adequate in 2002, but after almost two decades of zero park funding, it is unequivocally inadequate for 2019. Not only should this mayor and City Council be applauded for its past and current stewardship of our tax dollars, but also for their willingness to support our growing population of children, families and active adults of all ages.

Our city is growing and there is both a lot more foot and vehicular traffic. Roads that used to be calm and safe for pedestrians to

velopes containing bids must be sealed, marked (“BID, LINO LAKES CIVIC COMPLEX ROOF REPLACEMENT) with the name and address of the bidder and the date and hour of the opening and addressed to Mr. Rick DeGardner.

The complete form shall be without alterations, additions, or erasures, all bids must be on a lump sum basis. City of Lino Lakes reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to award the contract by sections, to waive formalities, and to reject nonconforming, non-responsive or conditional bids.

Bidding documents, including the Bid Form, Drawings and SpeciďŹ cations, will be on ďŹ le at the OfďŹ ce of Roof Spec, Inc., 2400 Prior Avenue N, St. Paul, MN 55113, phone #651-639-0644 or at the pre-bid meeting.

The Engineer will have complete sets of the Bidding Documents available for pick up by prospective bidders and subcontractors at no charge. The copies will be available February 1, 2019. Electronic copies may also be requested. The following information must accompany the request: Company name, mailing address, street address, contact name, phone number and e-mail.

Each Bidder must accompany their bid with a Cashier’s Check, Bid Bond, or CertiďŹ ed Check equal to 5% of the total amount of the Bid payable to City of Lino Lakes as a guarantee of prompt execution of the contract in accordance with the Proposal and Contract Documents.

The successful bidder will be required to furnish satisfactory Labor and Material Payment Bond, and Performance Bond.

Bids may not be withdrawn within sixty (60) days after the scheduled time of opening bids, without the consent of the City of Lino Lakes, MN. Published three times in the Quad Community Press on February 5, 12 and 19, 2019.

use for reaching parks are now dangerously busy. Many residents still don’t even have accessible paths to safely reach the city’s major parks and amenities.

There have even been entire developments created with no park areas – a big need in modern developments where homes have little to no yard.

It was also just last year when some park tennis courts were in such disrepair they were about to be demolished until an entire community showed support to save them.

Contrary to what was said, the City Council has indeed requested

public input numerous times on the topic of parks and trails.

Between public notices, board meetings, 2030/2040 Comprehensive Plan surveys and articles in this local paper, there have been many ways to be heard for those interested.

With this information and the council’s past experience successfully getting through the Great Recession, I commend our council for maintaining our city’s assets, improving our future and their continued wise financial stewardship.

Robert Sibell Lino Lakes

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Arthur Lee Johnson

Arthur Lee Johnson passed away peacefully on February 2, 2019, at Diamond Willow Assisted Living in Cloquet, Minnesota.

Arthur was born on December 10, 1935 to Carl and Pauline Johnson in Superior, Wisconsin.

He enlisted in the Navy and was discharged for medical reasons in 1954.

Arthur married Dianne Marie (Phaller) More on February 14, 1987, residing in Circle Pines. After retiring from the United States Postal Service, Arthur and Dianne spent most of their winters residing in Raindance Park, Apache Junction, Arizona. Arthur was an avid gardener and loved canning vegetable mixtures and grape juice.

Arthur was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Dianne. He is survived by brothers Robert (Shirley) Johnson of Texas and Dale (Judy) Johnson of Minnesota; sister Sandra (Kenneth) Grover of Colorado; stepdaughters Donna Whitney, Pamela Patterson, and Kathy Hadler; and nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are being handled by The Cremation Society of Minnesota in Duluth.

No services will be held. A gathering of family and friends will be held in the spring. The family would like to thank St. Croix Hospice staff, Diamond Willow Assisted Living staff, Garden Terrace Assisted Living staff, and Dr. Daniel Palmquist of Raiter Clinic for their compassionate care of Arthur.

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LISTENING SESSIONS When: 6:30-8 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 14 Where: Circle Pines City Hall, 200 Civic Heights Circle Details: Sen. Roger Chamberlain and Rep. Linda Runbeck co-host listening sessions with residents of District 38A. Discuss issues that could be addressed during the upcoming legislative session, including the state budget, tax relief health insurance costs, child care affordability and more.

Contact: 651-296-4158 or 651-297-7202

GRANT WRITING BASICS When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 19 Where: Lino Lakes City Hall, Community Room, 600 Town Center Parkway Details: Workshop for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of writing a grant proposal. $35 fee includes lunch, resources and help with writing a proposal within 60 days of workshop.

Contact: 612-567-3630 or more-opportunities.com

SKI BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON When: 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19 Where: Chomonix Golf Course, 700 Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes Details: After skiing, gather for dinner around the fi replace. $20/adult and $10/child includes skiing, dinner and refreshments.

Registration required.

Contact: 763-324-3350 or anokacountyparks.com

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE When: Noon-6 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 22 Where: St. Genevieve Parish Community Center, 6995 Centerville Road, Centerville Details: To sign up call or go to redcrossblood.org using code SGCC. Walkins welcome.

Contact: 800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org

CENTENNIAL COMMUNITY BAND WINTER CONCERT When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22 Where: Performing Arts Center, 4701 North Road, Circle Pines Details: Performance by local musicians.

Contact: centennial communityband.org

NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY VALENTINE’S DAY CARRIAGE RIDES When: 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14 Where: Pedestrian Plaza, Water Street, downtown Stillwater Details: Free carriage rides along the river; shopping and dining deals at local establishments all weekend long.

Contact: discoverstillwater.com

THE HEART OF CAREGIVING When: 3:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 14 Where: Cherrywood Pointe, 231 W. Broadway Ave., Forest Lake Details: Presentation about caregiving will address what to expect when caregiving, ways that caregivers can take care of themselves and resources available to help caregivers. RSVP. Contact: 651-464-2709 or cherrywoodpointe.com

HELP WANTED? IMMIGRATION AND WORK When: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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Where: Shoreview Library, 4560 Victoria St. N. Details: Program looks at the economic side of immigration, chronicling the essential part immigrant labor has played in building America, as well as the conflicted relationship American workers have had with immigrants through the screening of the fi rst episode of the Destination America series, “The Golden Door.”

Discussion follows.

Contact: 651-724-6090 or rclreads.org

‘UNSTUCK’: AN OCD MOVIE When: 7-8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 14 Where: Family Means, 1875 Northwestern Ave. S., Stillwater Details: Free screening of movie about obsessive compulsive disorder, followed by presentation and Q & A from experts at Rogers Behavioral Health. Open to the public.

Contact: familymeans.org

VALENTINE’S COMEDY SHOW When: 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 14 Where: Running Aces Laugh Your Ace Off Comedy Club, 15201 Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: Headliner Chris Barnes, featuring Rick Logan hosted by Trish Cook. $20 in advance, $25 Day of Show.

Contact: 651-925-4600 or runaces.com

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Centerville Lions Ice Fishing Contest When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 Where: Centerville Lake, park entrance at County Road 14 and Lake St. Details: Tournament ticket sales at 9 a.m.; 11 a.m. fishing contest; 2

Where: Shoreview Library,4560 N. Victoria St. Details: Enjoy paintings, pottery, photography and more from more than 30 talented area artists, on display Feb. 13 through March 29.

Contact: gallery96.org

OWL PROWL

When: 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15 Where: Rice Lake Room, 6900 137th St. N., Hugo Details: Learn the history and meaning of the creatures of the Harry Potter franchise, including real-life legends. Free and no registration required.

Contact: washcolib.org

When: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15 Where: Belwin Conservancy Education Center, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton Details: Hike through the winter woods listening for owls and other nocturnal creatures. Ages 12+. Free for members; $10 non-members. Space limited.

Contact: 651-436-5189 or belwin.org

LET’S MAKE STUFF! PAPER FLOWERS

A NIGHT OF MUSIC AND COMEDY

When: 2-3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Road N., Forest Lake Details: Learn to make realistic flowers from simple supplies in this creative class for adults.

Different project on the third Friday of the month. Registration required.

Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org

When: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15 Where: Willowbrook Community Church, 840 Lake St. S., Forest Lake Details: Performance

by Nashville sensation Marie Miller and comedian Dustin Nickerson. Living Room Concert Series is intended for an adult audience. Tickets $15-20.

Contact: 651-982-6361 or willowbrookchurch.org

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When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15

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Saturdays, Feb. 16 & 23

p.m. final weigh-in. $10/hole. Door prizes, kids handouts, raffle, booya, chili, hot dogs, beer and mixed drinks. Food items collected for food shelf.

Contact: 651-429-2140 or e-clubhouse. org/sites/centerville/

Where: GoodKids, 4658 Banning Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Story time for children birth -10 years with parent. Free.

Contact: 651-472-9085

WINTER FESTIVAL When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 16 Where: Wildlife Science Center, 22830 Sunrise Road NE, Stacy Details: Dog sled demos and rides, campfi res, visits with animals and food truck. $10/kids; $15/ adults.

Contact: wildlifesciencecenter.org

BELWIN ‘OPEN THIRD SATURDAY’ When: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 16 Where: Belwin Conservancy Education Center, 1553 Stagecoach Trail S., Afton Details: Participate in programs, meet Belwin staff, explore the trails and connect with nature.

Guided experiences at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Open to the public; $10 or free for members.

Contact: 651-436-5189 or www.belwin.org

BEST PICTURE FESTIVAL When: Various times on Saturdays, Feb. 16 & 23 Where: Marcus Oakdale Theatre Details: Moviegoers can see all seven theatrical nominees for Best

Picture, including animated and live action short fi lms. Food and beverage specials. Allday tickets $28-$35; see website for titles and details.

Contact: MarcusTheatres.com/ BestPicture

‘CHARLOTTE’S WEB’ When: 1 & 4 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 16; 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17; 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21; Friday, Feb. 22 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Special 50-minute version of the play designed for a cast of six. Tickets $20/ adults; $10/children.

Contact: 651-426-3275 or lakeshoreplayers.org

FOREST LAKE WINTER PLUNGE When: Noon Saturday, Feb. 16 Where: Lakeside Memorial Park, 95 E. Broadway Ave., Forest Lake Details: Participants jump into frigid Forest Lake to support local organizations through this annual event sponsored by the Rotary Club. Registration online in advance, Friday, Feb. 15 5-8 p.m. or Saturday morning until noon at Vannelli’s by the Lake.

Contact: forestlakerotary org/winter-plunge

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LITERATURE LOVER’S NIGHT OUT When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21 Where: Community Thread, 2300 Orleans St. W., Stillwater Details: Event hosted by Twin Cities’ literary connoisseur Pamela Klinger-Horn, featuring local and national authors, Allen Eskens, Wendy Webb, Chris Cander and Anissa Gray.

Light refreshments and drawings for prizes.

Seating limited; tickets online.

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Concert for a Cause When: 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Fundraising competition benefiting the 2019 Students of the Year campaign for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. Organized

STARLIGHT TUBING When: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15 Where: Wild Mountain Recreation Area, 37200 Wild Mountain Road, Taylors Falls Details: Wild Chutes tubing lanes are lit up with hundreds of sparkling lights for a family fun adventure.

Contact: wildmountain.com

GARDEN COMMUNITIES: A COLLABORATIVE WAY OF LIVING When: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 Where: Lake Elmo Library, 3537 Lake Elmo Ave. N. Details: Learn about the design and planning of a potential garden community for the St Croix Valley area.

Time for Q&A. All are welcome.

Contact: 760-642-8939

by Centennial student featuring Java Soul, JTD Acoustics, Upper Mississippi Rock Formation, Syrenaeum, vendors and silent auction. Tickets $15-$19.

Contact: 651-429-5674 or lakeshoreplayers.org

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THE GOLDEN VALLEY ORCHESTRA When: 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17 Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Program will feature the Overture to Rossini’s opera The Barber of Seville, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6 and Grieg’s Piano Concerto in A minor with Emma Taggart, soloist. Tickets $20.

Contact: 651-426-3275 or lakeshoreplayers.org

MOVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION

When: 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 19 Where: Cherrywood Pointe, 231 W. Broadway Ave., Forest Lake Details: Mary Beck, senior real estate specialist, will explore such things as why we proWEDDING EXPO crastinate, the number When: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. one reason people feel Sunday, Feb. 17 it’s time to move and Where: Best Western Plus making new life style White Bear Country Inn, changes. Attendees will 4940 Highway 61, White receive complimentary Bear Lake copies of Bruce NemovDetails: Annual show itz’s two books, “Moving with over 45 vendors and in the Right Direction,” entertainment. Brides and “Guiding Our Parare free; $5/guest. VIP ents in the Right Direcoption with swag bag, tion.” RSVP. hors d’oeuvres and Contact: 651-464-2709 or mimosas. Register in cherrywoodpointe.com

FULL MOON FAT TIRE BIKE When: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 19 Where: Pine Point Regional Park, 1900 Norell Ave. N., Stillwater Details: Bike the parks trails by the light of the full moon. Headlamps welcome. $20/person to rent bike.

Contact: co.washington. mn.us

CENTURY COLLEGE OPEN HOUSE When: 5-7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 20 Where: Century College, West Campus – Gymnasium, 3401 Century Avenue North, White Bear Lake Details: Talk with expert faculty from over 70 areas of study; learn about admissions, scholarships, financial aid and more. Free and open to the public.

Contact: century.edu/ openhouse

‘IMMIGRANTS, THE 2020 CENSUS, AND FAIR REPRESENTATION IN MINNESOTA’ When: 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 21 Where: White Bear Lake City Hall, 4701 Hwy 61 Details: Public forum featuring Mirella CejaOrozco, an attorney with the St. Paul Immigrant Law Center will focus on how census count

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Semi-formal/formal attire suggested. RSVP

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Contact: 651-789-4015 or jwest@familymeans.org

STEM SATURDAY: MYSTERIOUS MAGNETS When: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Saturday, March 2 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Road N., Forest Lake Details: Try to out-muscle an electromagnet, magnetize ordinary metal to create a simple compass, discover the world’s simplest motor and take home your own mysterious Magnetic Lab. First come, fi rst served.

Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org

‘DUAL-ING PIANOS’ SING-ALONG When: 7-9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25 Where: Bloody Mary’s, 96 Mahtomedi Ave. Details: Performance featuring Bill and Dan Chouinard is a fundraiser for Wildwood Artist Series. Tickets $15.

Contact: wildwoodartist series.com

MAPLE SYRUPING DAY When: Noon-4 p.m.

Saturday, March 2 Where: Lee and Rose Warner Nature Center, 15375 Norell Ave. N., Marine on St. Croix Details: Learn about the history of maple syruping and see the whole process fi rst-hand.

Family-friendly activities such as demo tree tapping, sap boiling, maple syrup sampling, crafts, refreshments and more. $5/person; cash at the gate.

Contact: 651-433-2427 or warnernaturecenter.org

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: SENIOR FITNESS

When: 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Where: Vadnais Heights City Hall, 800 East 916 EDUCATION County Road E FOUNDATION GALA Details: Free monthly When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. presentation on topics Friday, Feb. 22 for seniors and supportWhere: North Metro ers of seniors on the Event Center, 1000 Gramfourth Tuesday of the sie Road, Shoreview month. Registration Details: Annual required. fundraiser includes Contact: 651-204-6000 or dinner, hors d’oeuvres cityvadnaisheights.com buffet, silent and live auction. Proceeds will VAPING AMONG support the purchase AREA YOUTH of science equipment When: 5:45-8 p.m. provide hands-on and Tuesday, Feb. 26 technology-enriched learning opportunities.

Where: Hosanna LutherTickets begin at $75. an Church, 9300 Scandia Trail, Forest Lake Contact: 916education Details: Community Confoundation.org versation on e-cigarettes and vaping, and stratGREEN BURIALS, egies for working with HOME FUNERALS AND youth. Free; parents and END OF LIFE CARE youth welcome. Pizza When: 2-3:30 p.m. while supplies last.

Saturday, Feb. 23 Where: Peace Community Contact: 651-464-5502 or hosannaforestlake.net of Faith, 5050 Hodgson Road, North Oaks Details: Explore alternatives to mortuary services. $15 in advance; $20 at the door.

Contact: bodymindcircle. com/thelastbreath

WINTER FUN AT THE CREATIVE CENTER When: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24 Where: Belwin Conservancy Creative Center, 795 Indian Trail S., Afton Details: Explore Belwin’s Creative Center this winter by hiking, sledding, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing our ungroomed trails. Hot chocolate provided. Free.

Contact: 651-436-5189 or belwin.org

When: 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24 Where: The Zephyr Theatre, 601 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: Watch the Academy Awards on the big screen at a

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Wednesday, Feb. 27 and the 4th Wednesday of the month Where: Rice Lake Centre, 6900 137th St. N., Hugo Details: Facilitated conversation and community resources for those with memory loss and their caregivers.

Outdoor trail walking as conditions permit.

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McAulay ties record of 38 again in Cougars’ 100-72 win over Osseo Taylor McAulay tied her school record with 38 points as the No. 10 ranked Centennial girls basketball team beat Osseo 100-72 there Tuesday, Feb. 5. The senior guard shot 13-for-26 (including three 3-pointers) and was 9-for-10 the line in her second 38-point game of the season. She shares the Cougar record with Kiara Allums (2008). McAulay, who also notched eight assists and seven rebounds, was not high scorer for the game as Jaiden Kline drilled 40 points for Osseo (5-16).

Jodi Anderson added 14 points, Sarah Lavell 12 and Grace Johnson 10 for the Cougars (17-4). The Cougars beat Anoka 71-29 on Friday, with 11 players scoring led by McAulay with 18, Grace Johnson nine and Anderson eight.

Cougar girl skaters beat Panthers, advance in section Centennial girls hockey swept past Spring Lake Park 4-0 in their Section 5AA hockey opener on Saturday with Megan Goodreau and McKenna Gulner scoring in the second period and Allison Pitlick adding two goals in the third at Roseville Ice Arena. The No. 2 seeded Cougars are 12-12-2 after winning seven of their last eight. Sydni Griefenhagen assisted on three goals and Mackenna Stoterau stopped 19 shots in the shutout. Centennial faced No. 6 Rogers in the semifinals Tuesday (see presspubs.com) with the winner advancing to finals against Blaine or Maple Grove at 7 p.m. on Friday.

Centennial icemen lose to Rebels 3-1 Centennial boys hockey lost its only game last week to Champlin Park 3-1 on Saturday. Jack Karges scored two goals for the Rebels (17-5). Centennial (6-14-1) trailed 3-0 before Connor Thompson got them on the board in the third period. The Cougars have three conference games remaining.

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Centennial boys basketball, with its top scorer out for the season, has an 11-9 record after losing two conference games last week. Carter Anderson, 6-4 junior guard who was averaging 15.4 points, has missed the last seven games with a back problem, and coach Dave Frasier said recently that Anderson won’t be able to return this season. The Cougars are 5-3 after losing Anderson, but came up short last week. They were nipped 70-66 by Anoka (9-8) with Riley Van Buskirk sinking 20 points, Matthew Wyffels and Cole Fenstermacher 12 each and Ariq Eason 10 for Centennial. In their 82-71 loss to Osseo (10-7), Wyffels scored 13 and Eason, Van Buskirk and Noah Larson 10 each.

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Tatum Trettel led the Cougar girls in 22nd place, followed by Lauren Trettel 41st, Anna Lundeen 44th, Brooke Robinson 52nd, Madison Michaelson 60th, Emily Anderson 75th among 127 skiers. For the boys, Sam Johnson placed 45th, Jack Harris 51st, Jake Brewer 52nd, Adam Namyst 54th among 126 skiers. Stillwater boys and girls were team champions. Individual champions were Kaarl Damberg of Mounds View and Ashley Winberg of Hermantown.

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“We had an amazing performance, and a huge crowd of supporters from Centennial,” coach Sarah Austin said about the competition at Bloomington Kennedy. “The team really put in a lot of hard work and stayed the path of determination to reach our goals of making it to state in both kick and jazz.”

The CDT chose the theme of “We Before Me” for this season, Austin said, adding, “That mentality is what created a champion team.”

Providing leadership for the squad of 41 dancers are senior captains Grace Magill and Kendal Kramar and junior captains Mackenzie Callahan, Kilyn McClellan and Sophie Taylor.

Austin’s coaching staff includes Kati Goodman, Allison Kallevig and Sally Vijums.

Riley Van Buskirk emerged as a scoring threat for the Centennial basketball team (11-9) after the Cougars lost their top player with an injury. The 5-10 senior guard is averaging 18.3 points, 3 assists and 3.5 rebounds over the last seven games, with shooting percentages of .457 on field goals, .320 on three’s and .800 at the line. He raised his overall scoring average to 13.1 points per game, after averaging 8.6 as a junior.

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Centennial looks to find solution for aging SMART Boards

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The district's SMART Boards are quickly becoming obsolete, and Centennial is searching for a solution.

The district housed an Elementary Classroom Committee Vendor Showcase Jan. 22 so staff could have a hand-on experience with possible solutions.

“We are looking for a solution to our aging SMART Boards at the elementary schools. We are trying to evaluate what we want going forward,” said Director of Technology Mike Christensen. “We have aging SMART Boards that are dying. Rather than just jumping to the same solution in replacing it, we are looking at what tools are going to do what we want to do instructionally.”

The replacement of SMART Boards is part of the $22,215,000 voter approved levy (Question 2) for capital improvements. Christensen explained the boards are no longer made so parts are becoming harder and harder to find.

Five vendors including: Promethean, Clevertouch, SMART Technologies, Newline and Microsoft had representatives at the showcase to demonstrate how to use the equipment and answer questions. Four of the vendors displayed interactive panels. Microsoft however, showed a different type of technology that would allow the teacher to interact using a mobile device, such as a convertible laptop, while walking around the room, rather than having to be up in the front of the room next to the interactive panel.

“We are really trying to include staff so that we can make the best, informed decision moving forward,” Christensen said. “When we first got our SMART Boards, the world was really different, there were only one or two choices. Like anything now, there are so many different flavors and different ways of doing things that we want to explore all those options.”

All five elementary schools in the district were represented at the showcase, including staff from every grade level, principals as well as representatives from the IT and special education departments.

Blue Heron Elementary kindergarten teacher Nikki Ehrich attended the event and was excited about the possibilities after seeing the technology up close.

“Questions don't really arise until you are right up in front of it … until you are able to see it used,” she explained.

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The Centennial School District housed an Elementary Classroom Committee Vendor Showcase Jan. 22 so staff could have a hand-on experience with possible solutions. Five vendors had representatives at the showcase to demonstrate how to use the equipment and answer questions.

Ehrich currently utilizes the SMART Board technology in her classroom along with a set of six iPads.

“When we first got our SMART Boards, it was around the time where people were just getting smartphones, and now you have 3-year-olds who know how to work smartphones,” she said. “So many of our kids come in, even in kindergarten, with knowledge of technology, computers and how to work them. You don't want kids to come to school and have them not be learning more, you want them to come to school and learn new things … I think being able to use this new technology is going to ignite a little bit more of our teaching.”

Christensen said the committees will likely meet a couple more times before making a recommendation to the school board later this spring. After approval by the board, some of the elementary schools will get the new technology this summer, and others the following summer.

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The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Officers responded to Baldwin Park in Circle Pines Feb. 1 on a vandalism report. Upon investigation, officers found an unknown suspect cut wires and conduit and removed copper wires. The estimated loss is $2,000.

• Police were dispatched to the 7100 block of 20th Avenue N. in Centerville Feb. 2 on a report of damage to property. There are no suspects.

• Officers witnessed a vehicle speeding in the area of Lexington Avenue and Edgewood Road in Lexington Feb. 2. The driver was subsequently arrested for DUI. • Officers were dispatched to a phone call report regarding a theft in the 10 block of Circle Drive in Circle Pines Feb. 3. Officers advised the reporting party to call back with more information once it was obtained.

• Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Flowerfield Road and Albert Avenue in Lexington Feb. 3.

Narcotics were found in the vehicle and charges are pending.

• Officers responded to the 9200 block of North Highway Drive in Lexington Feb. 4 on report of a motor vehicle involved in a hit-and-run incident. The case is pending.

• Officers responded to the 0 block of Central Street in Circle Pines Feb. 5 regarding a suspect who was trespassing. The suspect was subsequently arrested and transported to jail.

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State Patrol in locating a male driver who fled from a crash on the freeway Feb. 2. The officer located the driver and transferred custody to the Minnesota State Patrol.

• Officers were dispatched to a local retail store to check on a male who was slumped in a vehicle in the parking lot in the 700 block of Apollo Drive Feb. 2. Officers contacted the driver and later arrested him for fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.

The male was transported to the Anoka County Jail.

• An officer responded to a road and driving incident in the 7500 block of Lake Drive Feb. 2. Statements were taken from the complaining party.

The investigation is ongoing.

• An officer was conducting stationary radar in the 1300 block of I-35W and noted a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed Feb. 3. The officer attempted to stop the vehicle but was unable to due to the poor weather conditions.

• An officer took a damage to property report regarding two damaged mailboxes in the 100 block of Elm Street Feb. 3. The investigation is ongoing.

• An officer stopped a vehicle for speeding in the 900 block of Main Street Feb. 3. After a brief investigation, the driver was cited for speeding, possession of over 1.4 grams of marijuana in motor vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• Officers responded to a personal injury crash involving three vehicles in the 8100 block of Lake Drive Feb. 3. All vehicles were towed from the scene and one driver with minor injuries was transported to a local hospital by ambulance.

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• An officer took a report of a hitand-run property damage report involving a damaged mailbox in the 900 block of Lois Lane Jan. 30. The investigation is ongoing.

• Officers responded to a call of a possible slumper in a vehicle parked in a business parking lot in the 7500 block of Lake Drive Feb. 1. The suspect was subsequently cited for possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.

• Officers responded to a personal injury accident involving two vehicles in the area of Birch Street and Deerwood Lane Feb. 1. There were minor injuries to those involved and both vehicles were towed due to severe damage. One driver was cited for careless driving.

• Officers responded to a report of a possible water main break in the 1500 block of Pheasant Hills Circle Feb. 1.

Lino Lakes Public Works responded to the address to shut off the water and investigate the problem.

• An officer took a theft report from a resident in the 900 block of Evergreen Trail Feb. 1 in which three trail cameras were taken. The investigation is ongoing.

• An officer spoke to a homeowner in the 8300 block of Lake Drive who had a trail camera stolen from his property Feb. 1. The investigation is ongoing.

• Officers responded to a personal injury motor vehicle accident involving several vehicles in the 700 block of Birch Street Feb. 1.

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• An officer responded to a report of juveniles running from house to house in the 1500 block of Stoneybrook Drive late at night Jan. 29. The officer investigated but was not able to locate the juveniles.

• An officer took a phone call report from a resident in the 900 block of Saddle Club Court of identity theft.

The caller's email address on file for his credit card was changed without his consent Jan. 29. The case is under investigation.

• Officers responded to a mail theft report in the 6100 block of Hodgson Road Jan. 29. The investigation ongoing.

• A resident in the 400 block of Forsham Lake Drive reported someone soliciting in the area and found it suspicious due to the extremely cold weather Jan. 29. An officer checked the area but did not locate the solicitor.

• Officers responded to a welfare check of a suspicious male walking in the cold in the 7700 block of Mustang Lane Jan. 29. The male lived across the street from where he was located and stated he was fine.

• Officers responded to a residence on a report of domestic assault Jan. 29. An adult male was arrested and booked into the Anoka County Jail for domestic assault by strangulation, domestic assault, interference with emergency communications and an alcohol violation.

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McDougal, who reminded him that the last time the project was up for discussion, it was placed on the ballot. “I’d like to bring it up for council discussion and see if maybe you want to do that, because the last time this was up there was a lot of fi reworks and a lot of nonsense about this, but some legitimate points of view as well,” he said.

The city purchased the 67-acre site back in 1999 for $1.1 million; the vision was that one day it would become the city’s very own recreational haven. A master plan for the site was created back in 2002.

In April 2002, the city held a special election to vote on a $ 8.29 million bond referendum for the improvement of parks, construction of trails and the development of a recreation complex. A total of 9,540 voters participated in the special election, 551 residents voted yes and 2,807 voted no.

Councilman Rob Rafferty said he would not be opposed to putting it on the ballot.

DeGardner said perhaps the term “master plan” was confusing and it should be renamed to “concept

“I am not in favor of developing this. I still am trying to figure out where the demand is for this property to be developed.”

— Cori Duffy Lino lakes resident plan.” “The reason we put this concept plan together was to give a general idea of what we could look at for possible full build-out,” he explained.

He added, “I get a sense communitywide that there is not support right now for that area south (phase 1B) of what we are talking about (phase 1A). I think if you are looking at possibly building out a recreation complex of this scope, I think inherently you want to have that community demand, and I am not seeing that right now.”

Councilwoman Melissa Maher said she thought the project was “a good deal” and it should go on the ballot.

Councilman Dale Stoesz said he would also like to see the project added to the ballot. “I think we should bring it to taxpayers. What happens if we get a second no?

Does that give us authorization to do something else with the land?

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At 9:44 p.m. Feb. 8, the Blaine Police Department (BPD) responded to the 2700 block of 95th Avenue NE after a male party telephoned 911 to report he had murdered his wife. Officers responded to the scene and the male was taken into custody without incident. A deceased female was also found in the home.

The male is identified as 46-year-old Matthew Lynn Jansen, and the victim is identified as 46-year-old Mary Jo Jansen. Matthew is being held at the Anoka County Jail and the case is under review by the Anoka County Attorney's Office. The case also remains under investigation

by BPD and the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.

Vincenzo Catering in Centerville has retired its business after 30 years in the industry. The owners Toni Fedorchak and Tracie Charpentier said, “We decided it was time to retire.

We are getting older and wanted weekends back. We were having a hard time doing all of the heavy lifting.” Look for the full story in an upcoming issue of the Quad Community Press.

What would a second strike do to that property? Is that an indicator to us that we need to sell the land, or are we going to hold off, wait another 10 years, and then get a strike three?”

Councilman Michael Manthey explained that one reason the proposal was being looked into again was the opportunity for the city to tie it into the new water tower project that is supposed to be constructed on the site by June 2020.

Park Board member Pat Huelman said he agreed with DeGardner that the south phase is “a really big nut to crack.” He added, “I’d prefer to rather think of this as phase II of what the council started last year, investing into our parks and trails system ... that money didn’t go before the voters, so to speak.”

Rafferty said, “Pat described it perfectly. This is just an extension of what the council promised, and what they wanted to do was to put the tangible things back so that the families and the kids have something to use. We don’t have (that) on this side of town.”

Resident Cori Duffy shared her thoughts with the council. “I am not in favor of developing this. I still am trying to fi gure out where the demand is for this property to be developed. As I was going through the 2040 Comp Plan draft, there was a survey the city put out, and the number one thing residents wanted was improving our road system; the second thing was developing more parks and trails,” she said.

“But a theme in there,” she continued, “was let’s repair our roads and keep some of this green

space open, so I don’t understand why we have to develop all of this. I think more importantly, we should take care of the roads because it seems in some of the neighborhoods north of where I live, those streets are just deteriorating.”

Reinert responded the survey didn’t do a good job of identifying city roads versus county roads.

“I have to believe a lot of those residents who said ‘roads,’ are bouncing their way down Birch Street every day like I am,” he said. “We don’t repair good roads, we repair bad roads. You have to let them get down to a D or F before you repair them, and you are going to drive on a road for a few years.

That is the good economical way to handle roads.”

Duffy said she appreciated the mayor’s explanation, but she also tends to look have a different opinion on fi nances than most.

“I tend to think of it as let’s take care of the things that we already have going, instead of building out something new …” She suggested repairing roads and making needed improvements to parks that are already in place before beginning any new projects.

“We are not in a rush right now, so let’s just take a beat and we will think about it and talk about it next month,” Reinert said.

DeGardner said the item would be added to the council’s work session agenda for next month for further discussion.

Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-4071227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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Your Indoor Air Quality Specialists

651-426-2044 REBATES

Appliance Repair

Auto Repair

Call Madison & Son for your full service exterior/interior painting, staining, power washing and more.

IKING AUTO REPAIR

Honest Work for Honest Pay

651-270-7360

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

Auto Repair

Foreign & Domestic • Complete Automotive Repair • Friendly Service • Low Rates

4415 Otter Lake Road 441 White Bear Lake

651-407-3465 GO VIKES!

Bathrooms

Bathrooms by • Auto Repair • Oil Lube & Filter Service 20 Years of experience serving White Bear Lake & Centerville - Friendly, Honest Service

651.226.4235 Monday - Friday 8 am - 6 pm 7137 20th Avenue North - Centerville www.facebook.com/vermauto

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Driveways • Tennis Courts • Parking Lots • Streets • Patching • Environmental: Porous Pavement • Rock • Sand • Gravel • Hot Mix • Salt Sand • C/5 Gravel

Picked-up or Delivered 651-777-1313 www.taschifsky.com Recycling old Cement/ Blacktop/ Gravel

Look for Madison & Son weekly under “Painting & Decorating”

Bookkeeping

Cabinetry

Bookkeeping

Schneider Custom Woodworks

✔ A/R & A/P ✔ Setup new Quickbooks ✔ Reconciling ✔ Paying sales tax ✔ Preparing quarterlies ✔ Payroll ASK ABOUT NEW CUSTOMER AND REFERRAL DISCOUNTS

JESSICA DUVALL • 763-245-2959 JessicaDuvallConsulting@gmail.com

Commercial & Residential Specializing in Kitchens,Home Theatres, Custom Built-ins, Bath Vanities, Counters, Trim, Stain and Finishing Free Estimates & Callbacks within 24 hours

651-213-6638 schneidercustomwoodwork.com

Carpentry Basement finish/remodel Exterior & Interior Painting Doors/Windows/Siding Ceiling Textures/Roofs Kitchen Remodels Counter Tops 35 Years Experience Decks/Landscaping Odd Jobs 651-653-9920 612-816-8544 Bathrooms

“Small Job Specialist”

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PHONE: 651-407-1221 Computer Support

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No job too small. www.cwirth.com Grant, MN

612-408-9437 Senior friendly/Deaf friendly Northeast metro and western WI

Decks

“For all your projects & repairs, big or small, give Dan a call� handydan03@gmail.com MN LIC #437164

Hardwood Floors

J.W. Wood Floors Installation–Sanding–Repairs Maintenance Coats–Custom Floors

Custom Decks/Footing Repair Screen Rooms/Additions Garages/RooďŹ ng/Siding Aluminum/Glass/Cable Railings All Repairs

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APPLEWOOD Builders

Hello! We are Mark and Andrea Olson, owners of Applewood Builders located in White Bear Lake. Together we have years of experience in new construction, renovation and design. From simple remodeling– window/deck upgrades, larger projects– kitchen/bath remakes, room additions, screened porches, to fullhome esthetic renovations, and custom homes built on new property or right where you currently live. We also offer a service– “Better Together�– where we come alongside to assist you 612.670.7004 where needed for a successful home remodel project!

MN LIC# BC003215

www.applewoodremodelers.com

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Hardwood Floors

WAGNER WOOD FLOOR DOCTORS Specializing in refinishing hardwood floors Install/sand • Free Estimates

• Drain Cleaning • Hot Water Heating • Hot Water Heaters & Disposal • Well Pump Service • New Construction • Remodeling Tom Thill 651-433-4866

Lic. #005402

Does your business need a boost?

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LORENZ DRYWALL

24 Years experience in high quality work

ASK ABOUT 2 TONE KNOCKDOWNS • CHANGING CEILINGS OVER TO KNOCK DOWNS • SHEETROCKING • TAPING • SPRAYING • ADDITIONS • BASEMENTS • NEW HOMES • PLASTER PATCHING 40 YRS. Kerry 651-653-9021 EXP. (Cell) 651-271-4221

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Small Jobs Welcome • Remodels • Panels Replaced • Ceiling Fans

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Floyd DeHate, Master Electrician

651-346-8185 EMERGENCY SERVICE

www.LDMarshallPainting.com

Electric

Free Estimates • Established 1987

MN Lic. #BC002810

Snow Removel

NorconHomes.com Locally Owned Since 1994 Insured / Lic #BC105943

ICE DAM & ROOFTOOP SNOW REMOVAL Steam De-icing Ventilation Clearing Affordable & Professional Lic/Ins • Free Estimates • Senior/Veteran Disc.

CameronTree & Snow Removal (651) 775-8602

612.670.7004 MN LIC# BC003215

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651-238-6751

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LESSARD PAINTING Tom Lessard, Mahtomedi, MN

• Exterior • Interior • Residential • Commercial • Paper Hanging • Staining

(651) 426-0681 (651) 426-2700

47 YRS FAMILY OWNED

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We can take the dream and make it reality!

Sherco Construction Call Tom @ 612-366-3472

License # BC627690 • Financing Available

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Plaster / Drywall Wolf Bros. Drywall Co. Total Drywall Services Water Damage Specialist Residential/Commercial Family Owned & Operated Located in Forest Lake Insured • Since 1979

Handyman

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Call Handy Matt 612.246.7079 Lic# BC638717 • Insured

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(651) 428-0229

Plumbing

SHAMROCK PLUMBING, LLC

Residential • Commercial Service • Repair • Remodeling

PAT KELLY

Master Plumber • 35 Years Exp. Lic# PC701622 • Bonded • Insured

651-481-4929

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Sweets, socks, crafts and more

Three-year-old George, of Blaine, spends his time at the sock hop coloring. He also enjoys taking photos in the photo booth.

Second-graders Bella (left), Abby and Quinn get matching unicorns painted on their face.

Kindergartner Addie (left) and second-grader Sydney, who both attend Centerville Elementary, practice doing the splits.

Check out the all new 2019 Silverado!

Stop in Walser Polar Chevrolet to test drive the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado at our Open House on February 20th from 5:30pm-8:00pm.

Giveaways Refreshments Test Drives 2018 Chevrolet Silverado LT Crew Cab All Star Edition up to

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GM Financial Down Payment Assistance and GM Loyalty Purchase Offer included in Walser Upfront Price Must Qualify for GM Loyalty Purchase Offer Program. Take delivery by 02-28-2019 and see dealer for details.

2019 Chevrolet Silverado LT Crew Cab 4WD

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2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4WD

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24 month lease for 10,000 miles per year with $4899 down payment plus taxes and fees($7643.58 Due at signing) on approved credit though GM financial on stock number 22ab860n must take delivery by 02-28-2019.

24 month lease for 10,000 miles per year with $2999 down payment plus taxes and fees($4103 due at signing) on approved credit though GM financial on stock number 22ac313n must take delivery by 02-28-2019.

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Centerville Elementary fourth-grader Gretta dances her heart out to the popular Disney’s Frozen soundtrack “Let it Go.”

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