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Students bring Shakespeare to life at Mounds View High School

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“The Comedy Of Errors: Masquerade” at Mounds View High School, show dates: Feb. 1-3, student directors (from left) Hridi Ghosh, Ray Cook and Eva Manrodt.

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Local theater lovers will want to put the next Mounds View High School production on their calendars.

“The Comedy Of Errors: Masquerade” takes the stage four times: Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 1-3, including one matinee on Saturday. As has been a tradition for years at the high school, the annual Shakespeare performance is a student-led production, presenting the Bard’s classics in a way you’ve never seen them before.

The core of the famous farce remains the same: two sets of identical twins separated years before are reunited amid much mistaken identity hijinks. But the high schoolers are putting a special spin on the classic.

“It’s simple: the show is for people who like to laugh,” said Hridi Ghosh, one of the three student directors.

“The language is easier to understand simply because

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New laws in Minnesota will punish ice litterbugs

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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.

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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.”

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SHAKESPEARE: Directors bring in humor it was written to be silly. But make no mistake, we’ve used our directing incredibly intentionally to add a little more commentary to the play, specifically in regard to how we treat cliches and stereotypes in theater. That way, the play can be enjoyed by both the nerds who understand the creative choices and the audience members who are just attending for a good laugh.”

“I sit in rehearsal, and there is a new bit or joke every scene that you’ll never see again,” said fellow student director and high school senior Eva Manrodt.

“You’re going to want to get in on this fun and perhaps even come to every show to see a new joke every night!”

“All of our actors, crew members, customers and tech people have put so much effort into making this show amazing, and I can’t wait to see the end result of everyone’s love that they have shared at each and every rehearsal,” said student director Ray Cook, who is also a senior this year.

Every year the Shakespeare student club at Mounds View High School identifies student directors to put on a Shakespeare production – with a twist. In this year’s production, the masquerade theme adds a new element to “The Comedy Of Errors”.

“I think the masquerade theme is quite clever when it comes to the show, because a masquerade is a ball where your true identity is hidden behind a facade, which can cause confusion but can also be so much fun,” explained Ghosh. “This notion of obscured identity is very prevalent through the play, and I couldn’t have imagined this show themed any other way.”

The theme is just one decision of many the student directors had to make. Here’s how Cook describes their

work: “All decisions, preparations, and day-to-day rehearsals are directed by students. It really helps us understand what has to go into a production, and being able to work with lots of different people and ideas while not dismissing any of them.”

Participating in such an intensive experience helps prepare students for college and theater opportunities after high school, which all three teens plan to explore in various ways.

“I have very much enjoyed the process of directing, and it’s been awesome to be able to experience something so different than what I’m used to,” said Manrodt. “I will be going to college for musical theater and will hopefully always have a part in the wonderful world of theater. I’m a very emotional person and have always enjoyed making people feel emotions.

Whether heavy or light, familiar or new, I find so much joy and passion in making others feel something they might not have otherwise.”

More than 130 students are involved in the Mounds View High School Theater Company, which stages three shows each year: a fall play, a winter Shakespearean production and a spring musical.

“The Comedy Of Errors: Masquerade” performances will be held Feb. 1-3 at the Mounds View High School Auditorium. Show times are 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday; and 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday. Reserved seats are available online and at the door. Visit https://www.mvtheater.org/ shakespeare for more information and to purchase tickets online.

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School board members hold first meeting of 2024 • Alissa Daire Nelson, Jim DeMay, Heidi Danielson and Johnathan Weinhagen were sworn into the Mounds View Public Schools School Board. Daire Nelson will serve her first term on the school board. DeMay, Danielson and Weinhagen began new terms.

• Board nominations were open for chair, vice chair, clerk and treasurer. Diane Glasheen will be chair, Heidi Danielson will serve as vice chair, Yolanda Magee will be clerk and Shauna Bock will remain as treasurer.

• The 2022/23 audit report was presented by Jackie Huegel from Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich & Co. (MMKR). MMKR’s role as an auditor is to issue an opinion on the district’s financial report regarding general funds.

• A 2024/25 budget assumption continues to be developed at school board work sessions and meetings. The final budget will be brought to the next school board meeting in January and will be adopted in June.

• The nutrition service amendment will increase in revenue and expenditures by $1,188,465. Both revenue and expenditures will go toward the Free Meals for Kids bill. The bill was signed into law by the Legislature last session. The legislation provides reimbursement for free breakfast and lunch to all students participating in the National School Lunch Program and National School Breakfast program.

• School Board Member Bock reminded middle school parents to fill out the middle school comprehensive plan survey for the district.

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When: 6:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23 Where: Shepherd of the Hills Church (Door G), 3920 Victoria St. N., Shoreview Details: “Threads of Time” Miniatures Trunk Show with Sharyn Resvick.

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WORLD SNOW SCULPTING CHAMPIONSHIP

When: Jan. 18-21 Where: Lowell Park, 201 Water St. N., Stillwater Details: Teams from around the world will travel to Stillwater, Minnesota to create amazing snow sculptures while

When: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily through February.

Where: Water Street Inn, 101 Water St. S. Details: Free skating for all ages in downtown Stillwater.

Bring your own skates.

Schedule subject to change.

Contact: 651-439-6000 or discoverstillwater.com.

CURRENT EVENTS TRAVEL SHOW

When: 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Jeanie from Jeanie’s Journey will be talking about some amazing tours for 2024.

Join us for a free talk and get answers to your questions.

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EASTSIDE BAND FESTIVAL

When: 7- 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18 Where: Mounds View High School Auditorium, 1900 Lake Valentine Rd., Vadnais Heights Contact: moundsview. mvpschools.org/about/ calendars

PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

When: 9:30- 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Come to the preschool open house to ask questions, see the classrooms and meet the teachers.

Contact: www.shoreviewmn. gov

MANAGING CARP IN URBAN WATERS

When: 7-8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22 Where: Shoreview City Council Chambers, 4600 Victoria St. N. Details: Presented by Jordan Wein. This talk will discuss the history of common carp and goldfish; a brief introduction, a description of behavior and what’s been learned over the past 10+ years of research and management.

Contact: www.shoreview.gov

‘PATHWAYS TO INNER PEACE’ PROGRAM

When: Tues., Jan. 23, 7-8:15 p.m., Bi-Weekly, Jan. 23- March 19 Where: The Nest, 4570Churchill St., Ste. 200, Shoreview Details: Reduce anxiety and create more inner peace in this transformational 5-week program by learning: bodybased methods to nurture peace within your body; how thought distortions impact your peace of mind and how to change them; the super-power of naming emotions; how mindfulness can help;

and practice setting healthy boundaries for greater peace in relationships. See details and registration information online.

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GALLERY OPENING-’WHITE OUT’

When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24 Where: Shoreview Library. 4560 Victoria St. N. Details: Gallery 96 Art Center hosts an opening for its 2024 winter art exhibition- “White Out.” More than 30 talented area artists showcase their unique interpretation of the winter theme. Refreshments provided.

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SENIOR SAFE DRIVING CLASSES

When: 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 24 Where: Mounds View Community Center, 5394 Edgewood Dr. Details: Refresh your driving skills and find useful information. This four-hour refresher course is offered through the MN Highway Safety and Research Center.

Registration required online or in person at the community center.

Contact: 763-717-4043

When: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 24 Where: Online Details: Learn about the importance of food scraps, recycling, how the program works and how you can set yourself up for success to participate.

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2023 NORTH AMERICAN ICE DIVING FESTIVAL

When: Jan. 28 Where: White Bear Lake, 250 yards out from boat launch at Ramsey County Beach Details: Spectators are welcome to watch scuba divers and visit scuba manufacturers and vendors showcasing products and services. Register for ice diving certification.

Contact: mwschoolofdiving. com/2023-ice-diving-festival/ events/2023-icefestival

FAMILY SNORKELING

When: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 28 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Learn the basics of snorkeling before your upcoming family trip.

Basic swimming skills are needed. Equipment provided.

Registration required one week before the class.

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Winter activities to keep busy

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his is the time of year when it is easier to hunker down with a blanket and a good movie than to bundle up and go outside to be active, especially if you are like me and have a strong aversion to the cold. Yes, we do live in Minnesota and expect cold and snow, but we were a bit spoiled with warm December temperatures.

But now, let’s face it, even the weatherman say it has been frigid.

It is a big challenge for me to get through each winter without saying, “why do I live here?” I am trying to change my frosty attitude and take advantage of the wonders of the winter season. Let’s face it, good old snow and ice offer up possibilities to help keep you busy Noelle’s and active.

My favorite winter activity is ice Notes fishing. It’s always a good idea to know the lake or fish with someone Noelle Olson who does. There’s nothing like getting out on the cold lake and sitting in a warm fish house while waiting for your bobber to sink below the ice.

If you’ve never gone downhill skiing or ice skating, there’s a first time for everything. When I was a kid, we would walk to the park (outdoor ice rink) and skate, play hockey and get warm in the warming house. Now, there are indoor ice rinks for you to enjoy open skating.

If you prefer to stay indoors, there’s nothing like curling up with a good book by a cozy fireplace. Not only are you staying warm, but you have your hot cocoa and can escape.

For those of you that need a little more thrill to your activity, dig out that sled or tube. I have many memories of sledding on suicide hill growing up.

Walking up the hill was a workout but going down was a blast.

I’m not much of a snowmobiler, but it is popular here in Minnesota. As of now, there isn’t much snow for those riders to go fast on sheets of ice and fluffy snow. But I’m sure it will come.

One of my favorite memories of winter is have building snowmen with my children, family and friends. I remember when the first snow of the year arrived, my siblings and I wanted to build a snowman. To make it more interesting, we would make it a competition. Also, I’ll never forget the many snowball fights I had with kids around the neighborhood. It’s funny, but the cold didn’t seem to bother me as much when I was a kid.

Communities have wonderful outdoor activities to take advantage of as well. The area has wellgroomed trails for cross-country skiing and many volunteers that work hard to build interest in this lifelong sport. Cross-country skiing is a fun way to get the entire family involved and a great way to explore the outdoors.

The northeast metro has many winter activities coming up for the entire family. Events include — Polar Plunges, the BEAR’ly Open on White Bear Lake and the World Snow Sculpting Championship in Stillwater.

My plan is to bundle up, try to embrace winter and be the true Minnesotan I am.

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eaching children to be great stewards of money is no simple task, but it can be a crucial first step toward fostering a generation that is both financially savvy and fiscally responsible.

And while toys and electronics tend to rank high on kids’ holiday gift lists, one of the most valuable presents a parent can offer Movers & their child is the gift of financial Shakers literacy.

Below are Billy Voyles effective ways to impart financial wisdom during the holiday season.

It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Saving and Investing Kids need first to learn how to set financial goals and then to use critical thinking skills to reach those goals. When giving your kids their regular allowance or money to spend on holiday gifts, consider giving them 80% and saving the remaining 20%, allowing them to witness their savings grow over multiple terms. And if they have extra money they haven’t spent, start investing it. Cash is king, but investing leftover money is a must!

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Teaching Compound Interest with Hot Cocoa & Marshmallows Albert Einstein termed compound interest the “8th wonder of the world.” Compound interest is one of the best ways to grow money, but it is dependent on time for maximum return. To illustrate the concepts of patience and delayed gratification, the next time your kids are enjoying hot cocoa, discuss the classic “marshmallow test” (where children get the option to have one marshmallow now, or wait 10 minutes and then they can have two marshmallows—a test children often fail).

Or, to more effectively showcase the power of compound interest, ask your kids: “Would you like to receive a $100 bill every day for 30 days, or start with a penny and have it double every day?” They may be surprised to learn that by day 30, they would have over $5 million if they chose the penny option, as opposed to $3,000.

Money Lessons Through Seasonal Chores To instill an appreciation for the value of hard-earned money, parents can engage kids in ageappropriate tasks that offer a correlation between effort and reward like seasonal yard work or helping clean and decorate the house before a holiday party. I recently implemented

this approach with my son, rewarding him a dollar for every bag of leaves he filled, and deducting a dollar for every 5 minutes he chose to play instead.

Charitable Giving During the most charitable season of the year, Minnesotans are often the first to donate to others. You can teach kids that when they participate in a toy drive or give to charity, they can receive a “chore break,” like how the IRS gives tax breaks.

Gifting Financial Wisdom A plethora of age-appropriate financial resources are available, both digitally and physically, to gift. If you are looking for a tangible gift to teach young kids about money, there is a book called “This Little Piggy” by Jac Arbour (disclaimer: he’s a friend of mine), which tells an engaging story that effectively imparts valuable lessons on financial wellness from an early age.

The gift of financial literacy lays the foundation for a future where children have the skills to navigate their financial journey with confidence and responsibility.

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A recent letter advocating for so-called “organized” garbage collection in Shoreview begs for rebuttal.

The writer asserts that only through government meddling can customers be assured of pricing equal to that of their neighbors. I have a different suggestion: Do what adults do or at least used to do before COVID-19. Talk to your neighbors. If you discover that they are paying significantly less than you, or that they have better service, switch haulers. That’s the benefit of competition.

I work from home, so no one, not even the writer, is home more than myself. Seven days a week, from sunup to sundown and beyond, loud, occasionally recklessly driven trucks circle my house. They are emblazoned with the logos Fed Ex, UPS, USPS, Amazon et al. By comparison, the Republic Services truck that slowly makes the rounds on my street once a week at about noon on Thursday does nothing to detract from my neighborhood’s tranquility. I very much doubt that the three haulers on the writer’s street “sound like a freight train.”

The writer asserts that cities with organized collections enjoy lower prices. He cites nothing supporting that assertion.

The comparison to single-hauler recycling is specious. Recycling is economically dicey at best.

Multiple haulers aren’t feasible. And does the writer actually know that the current recycling collection is delivered at the best price possible?

City officials should be having serious conversations with residents about upcoming challenges facing local government in his high-tax, low-delivery-of-service state. Organized garbage collection, a solution in search of a problem, should occupy exactly none of their time.

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Snow days: 5 things to know

Here are five things to remember about weatherrelated cancellations this school year: • If winter weather conditions force school closures, there will be no instruction held on the affected day unless otherwise noted.

• Families will not receive a “School will be open tomorrow” message during winter weather evenings. Always assume schools will remain in session until you hear or see differently from Mounds View Public Schools.

• Within 20 minutes of a decision to close schools, families will receive a text, voicemail and email messages. Make sure your contact information is current and correct in ParentVUE. • Want your students to also receive an alert?

Parents can add their student’s cell phone for emergency text alerts in ParentVUE. • If you’ve blocked any previous text messages from Mounds View Public Schools, you will not receive emergency alerts. To unblock your cell phone, contact your school’s front office.

To learn more about the criteria for school closures, visit https://www.mvpschools.org/about/news/ winter-weather-reminders.

‘Paint with me’ classes offered

Shoreview Parks and Recreation is hosting funfilled paint sessions in the upcoming months where you and your loved ones can create a masterpiece on a single canvas. Choose a themed paint session and get ready to unlock your creativity together.

The theme for the January painting class is “It’s a Chill Thing.” The class will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 20, at the Shoreview Community Center.

Kids of all ages are welcome, but six and older is recommended. Registration and class information can be found online through the Shoreview Parks and Recreation catalog.

Dive-in movie

The Shoreview Parks and Recreation Department will host another Dive-in Movie on Feb. 2. The film will be “Minions – The Rise of Gru,” and it will begin at 6:15 p.m.

The registration deadline is Feb. 1. Those interested can register in the Shoreview Parks and Recreation catalog that can be found online.

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Students interested in continuing their babysitting skills will learn about recognizing an emergency, when to call for help, how to care for injuries and allergic reactions and how to help a choking child/ infant. Those who attend will also put together a small first aid kit.

The class is from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, at the Shoreview Community Center for ages 1013. Registration is required, and the registration deadline is one week before the class.

Day trip to ‘Fooling the Eye’

The Cafesjian Art Trust Museum (CAT) was established by Gerard Cafesjian to share his collection of Contemporary and Modern art with the public.

Join the Shoreview community in a private tour from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 8, of this exciting and innovative new gallery that explores the use of optics and perception through the artwork of Victor Vasarely and John Kuhn. Through the use of shading and linear elements, these works play with illusion and the relationship between color and light.

There will be minimal walking and seating available throughout the exhibit.

Registration is open until Feb. 1. Register through the Shoreview Parks and Recreation catalog.

Evergreen tree recycling

Recycle your evergreen tree at the Shoreview Maintenance Center, 4615 Victoria St. N. The maintenance center will accept trees through Feb. 1. Please remove all items from the tree before dropping them off.

The Shoreview Maintenance Center is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Inner peace educational series starts Jan. 23

Psychologist Toni Scutta has synthesized strategies used to help people become the best version of themselves. She is offering a five-part series starting on Jan. 23 called “Pathways to Inner Peace” at The Nest Retreat Center located in Shoreview.

Participants will gain practical, hands-on activities in the educational classes, practice them at home for two weeks, then return to show their progress before learning the next method.

The first topic in the series is “Nurturing Inner Peace Within Your Body.”

The five-part winter series will run from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 23, Feb. 6, Feb. 20, March 5 and March 19. The Nest Retreat Center is located at 4570 Churchill St., Suite 200, Shoreview.

Registration is open at www.eventbrite.com/e/ pathways-to-inner-peace-5-part-series-registration.

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One hundred fifty students representing 15 high schools will compete at at Hamline University in the 2024 Minnesota Science Bowl. The winning team will advance to the National Science Bowl in Washington, D.C., sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.

During the National Science Bowl, teams of four students compete head-to-head in fast-paced rounds to answer advanced science and math questions and solve technical problems. Teams with the highest scores advance to the new round of competition.

Mounds View Senior High will be one of the 15 schools participating in the Minnesota Science Bowl on Saturday, Jan. 20.

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2024 SUMMARY BUDGET STATEMENT The purpose of this report is to provide summary budget information concerning the City of North Oaks to interested citizens. The budget is published in the accordance with Minn. Stat. Sec. 471.6965. This budget is not complete; the complete budget may be examined at the North Oaks City Hall, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 230, North Oaks. The City Council approved this budget on December 14, 2023.

2023 Original 2024 Budget Budget Revenues Property Taxes 2,182,645 2,476,679 Tax Increments 0 0 All Other Taxes 0 0 Special Assessments 326,347 358,127 Licenses and Permits 578,800 610,800 Federal Grants 0 0 State General Purpose Aid 0 0 State Categorical Aid 0 0 Grants from County and Other Local Governments 15,000 15,000 Charges for Services 171,950 165,162 Fines and Forfeits 3,000 2,500 Interest on Investments 6,000 40,000 Miscellaneous Revenues 5,000 5,000 Total Revenues 3,288,742 3,673,268 Current Expenditures General Government 1,148,640 1,207,364 Public Safety 1,658,000 1,947,055 Streets and Highways 8,500 8,500 Sanitation 338,000 362,060 Health 0 0 Culture and Recreation 40,600 40,125 Conservation of Natural Resources 66,000 81,000 Miscellaneous Current Expenditures 29,002 27,164 Total Current Expenditures 3,288,742 3,673,268 Published one time in the Shoreview Press on January 16, 2024.

CITY OF SHOREVIEW, MINNESOTA

ORDINANCE NO. 1026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 400, PUBLIC PROPERTY AND IMPROVEMENTS, BY AMENDING SECTION 401, RECREATIONAL AREAS, AND ADDING SECTION 407, CANNABIS USE The Shoreview City Council ordains that Chapter 400 of the Shoreview Municipal Code, entitled “Public Property and Improvements” is hereby amended to read as follows (New language is underlined): 401 Recreational Areas 401.80. Prohibited Acts.

(A) Weapons and Fireworks. No person shall fire, illegally possess or discharge any gun, pistol, BB gun, bows and arrows, or any fireworks of any description within a recreational area (except at a designated area) without the consent of the City Council or its designated agent.

(H) Tobacco, Nicotine, or Lobelia. No person shall smoke, chew, inhale, snort, or otherwise ingest tobacco, nicotine, or lobelia products as defined in 706.020 through any means or device in a recreational area.

401.120 Penalty (A) The first violation in a twelve-month period shall subject the individual to ejection from the recreational area and prohibition from returning to recreational areas for seven calendar days with the date and time of the violation that the City shall keep on file for twelve months; (B) The second violation within a twelve-month period shall subject the individual to the penalties in paragraph (A) plus a citation with a maximum penalty of $300; (C) The third and additional violations within a twelve-month period shall subject the individual to the penalties in paragraphs (A) and (B plus a citation with a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and a fine of $1000; 407 Cannabis Use 407.010 Purpose and Intent. The purpose of this ordinance is to protect the public health, safety, and welfare by regulating the use of cannabis and cannabis derived products in public places.

407.020 Definitions. Except as may otherwise be provided or clearly implied by context, all terms shall be given their commonly accepted definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. The definitions in Minn. Stat. § 342.01. are hereby incorporated. The definitions found in Shoreview City Code are incorporated into this Chapter. The following terms are in addition to those in Minn. Stat. § 342.01 and in Shoreview City Code.

(A) Public Place. A “public place” includes a recreational area as defined in section 401.020 or any other indoor or outdoor area owned, held in trust, dedicated, or otherwise deemed property of the City of Shoreview.

Public place shall include bikepaths, trailways, and sidewalks owned by or dedicated for use to the City of Shoreview.

(B) Street. A “street” means all those public streets as referenced in Chapter 402.

(C) Exceptions to public place or place of public accommodation. “A public place” does not include the following: (1) a private residence, including the individual’s curtilage or yard.

(2) a private property, not generally accessible by the public, unless the individual is explicitly prohibited from consuming cannabis flower, cannabis products, lower-potency hemp edibles, or hemp-derived consumer products on the property by the owner of the property; or (3) on the premises of an establishment or event licensed to permit on-site consumption.

407.030 Prohibited Acts.

(A) No person shall use cannabis flower, cannabis products, lower potency hemp edibles, or hemp-derived consumer products in a public place or street unless the premises is an establishment or an event licensed to permit on-site consumption of adult-use cannabis flower and adult use cannabis products. See State Legislation Article 4, Sec. 19 codified as Minn.

Stat. 152.0263, Subd. 5, or successor statute.

(B) No person shall vaporize or smoke cannabis flower, cannabis products, artificially derived cannabinoids, or hemp-derived consumer products in any location where the smoke, aerosol, or vapor would be in-

STUDENT NEWS

Mounds View High School junior receives top prize

Mounds View High School junior Isacc Tsai was awarded first place

by Congresswoman Betty McCollum in the Congressional App Challenge. Tsai created an app called NTRL (pronounced neutral), which intends to help improve teen mental health and well-being. The app provides a safe place for teenagers to briefly journal with both photos and writing responses to a daily, thought-provoking question.

haled by a minor. See State Legislation Article 1, Sec. 9 codified as Minn.

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407.040 Penalty.

(A) The first violation in a twelve-month period shall subject the individual to ejection from the public place and prohibition from returning to publicly owned facilities for seven calendar days with the date and time of the violation that the City shall keep on file for twelve months; (B) The second violation within a twelve-month period shall subject the individual to the penalties in paragraph (A) plus a citation with a maximum penalty of $300; (C) The third and additional violations within a twelve-month period shall subject the individual to the penalties in paragraphs (A) and (B) plus a citation with a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and a fine of $1000; 407.050 Severability. If any section or provision of this ordinance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other sections or provisions which can be given force and effect without the invalidated section or provision.

407.060 Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective on the date of its publication, or upon the publication of a summary of the ordinance as provided by Minn. Stat. § 412.191, subd. 4, as it may be amended from time to time, which meets the requirements of Minn. Stat. § 331A.01, subd. 10, as it may be amended from time to time.

Adoption Date: Passed by the city council of the City of Shoreview on the 2nd day of January, 2024.

Effective Date: This ordinance shall become effective the day following its publication in the city’s official newspaper.

Published one time in the Shoreview Press on January 16, 2024.

CITY OF SHOREVIEW RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA

SUMMARY – SHOREVIEW CITY COUNCIL OPERATING PROCEDURES On the 2nd day of January, 2024, the Shoreview City Council approved: An update to the 1978 rules of procedures of the Shoreview City Council.

The document was updated according to State Statutes, current practices, and plain language standards. The operating procedures cover a wide variety of areas including meetings, agendas, minutes, rules of debate, decorum, ordinances, resolutions, proclamations, and conduct.

A copy of the rules is available for inspection by any person online at shoreviewmn.gov or during regular business hours, Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm at city hall, 4600 North Victoria Street, Shoreview, Minnesota 55126.

Brad Martens, City Manager Published one time in the Shoreview Press on January 16, 2024.

MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SUMMARY, DECEMBER 12, 2023 Meetings take place at the District Center in Shoreview (4570 Victoria Street N). Complete minutes available upon request at the District Center.

Ratification of Employment Contracts The Board approved the proposed contracts between the District and SEIU Local 284 clerical and the Mounds View Principal’s Association as presented.

Certify final property tax levy The Board approved a resolution to certify the 2024 property tax levy. The final certification will be forwarded to Ramsey County for processing of the final property tax statement. The property tax revenue will be available to the District for the 2024-25 school year. The total levy amount is $63,688,606.29.

For more information, please visit the Budgets & Finance page at mvpschools.org.

Non-resident enrollment options 2024-2025 Each year, in compliance with state statute, the district reviews student enrollment along with building capacity and decides whether it has the ability to open to nonresident enrollment or if it must continue to limit enrollment to families living outside the district boundaries. This year, the District will have limited capacity at our Kindergarten centers and/or elementary schools to offer enrollment to nonresident students at specific grade levels for the 2024-25 school year. The Board passed a resolution opening enrollment to non-residents on a limited basis in grades K-5 for the 2024-25 school year. Applications are due by January 15, 2024. The application and more information can be found on the District’s website.

DOP Goal update: Early childhood and kindergarten Colin Sokolowski, Executive Director of Public Relations, and Karl Brown, Director of Community Education, presented on this year’s DOP goal of developing a coordinated outreach plan that builds connections and promotes programs with our Early Childhood and Kindergarten families. Included in the presentation was a report from Peter Leatherman, CEO of Morris-Leatherman, who shared the results of a recently conducted survey of District families regarding ECFE and pre-k programming.

Updates The Board discussed issues and updates related to NE Metro 916, AMSD/ legislative and shared updates on their activities and participation in events and committees around the District.

Thank you The Board accepted with appreciation gifts from Medtronic Volunteer Grant, Richard Walsh, Gene Haas Foundation, Drs. George and Shannon Canas, Holly Hamdorf, Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, Nextep Charitable Foundation – Breccan and Teaque Shaw, Matthew and Sarah Anderson, Daniel and Caroline Beckman, Lynn Davenport, Kathleen Diffley, Gary Hokel, Ardith Hollenbeck, Homerun Leadersip LLC - David Webb, Diane and Kevin Kuehn, Deborah L. Fung, Robert Linstrand, Jill Loegering, Joanne Messerly, Jason and Renee Miller, Beverly Nelson, Julie Peirson, Presbyterian Church of the Way - Pastor David Parker and members, Mark Roberts, David Schreifels, Lacy Schwarze, Robert Seybold, Susan and Timothy Slechta, Alicia and David Smith, Rachel Veenker, Ramona Holmes, Marie and Harry Carter, LPL Financial, Erin Derubeis, Drumstick Dash - Eric and Nina Cook, Chippewa Middle School – Molly Hollihan, Adagio’s Pizza Factory/Strizza Skies Inc. – Michelle Norman, Mary Anderson, Dayton Lang and Associates Simply Resurface - Linda and Dayton Lang, Peter Grottodden, Kathleen Kihle, Cindi Littlejohn, Susan and Charlie Oltman, Clarene Seemann, Decko - Michel Sales Company – Ruth Allen and Michael Coyne, Troop 639 North Oaks – Jen Quackenbush, Multi-Tech Systems - Terry Boe, Elizabeth Baldwin, Susan Canine, Lucinda Haugan-Marshik, Nancy Haugen, Aaron and Tracy Van Oort, Carley Foundry – Jordan Carley, Turtle Lake Elementary PTA – Lynnette Hilmer, Stephen and Noreen Thompson, New Brighton Lions Club - President, St. Odilia Catholic Church – Jim Saumweber, Pursuit Community Church - Pastor Mark Allen and members and Philip Clark.

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A look ahead January 4, 5 p.m., work session January 9, 7 p.m., regular meeting (6:30 p.m. comments to the Board) Published one time in the Shoreview Press on Janury 16, 2024.

MOUNDS VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT #621

NOTICE OF BUDGET PUBLICATION To View the 2022-2023 revenue and expenditure budgets for all funds and a link to the Minnesota Department of Education’s report card please go to the Budget and Finance section of our website at: www.mvpschools.org/about/finance Published one time in the Shoreview Press on January 16, 2024.

MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOLS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 621

INVITATION TO INTERESTED SERVICE PROVIDERS TYPE III STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Independent School District No. 621, located 4570 Victoria Street North, Shoreview, MN 55126, will receive written quotations until 10:00 AM CST, February 22, 2024 from qualified service providers interested in being considered as a District Type III student transportation services provider for a term commencing with school year 2024-25.

On the above date and time authorized persons representing Independent School District No. 621 will publicly open the written quotations received and read aloud the names and key terms. The District reserves the option to enter into direct negotiations with one or more qualified student transportation services provider(s) regarding terms, rates and provisions agreeable to the District to secure a contract(s) for these services.

Written quotations must be received, on or before the above date and time, by: Jeremy Bolles Transportation Services Manager Mounds View Public Schools, ISD 621 4570 Victoria Street North, Shoreview, MN 55126 The General Specification may be obtained by contacting Tom Watson, The Watson Consulting Group, at 612-751-0124 or Jeremy Bolles, Transportation Manager, at the District Office of Independent School District No. 621 located at the above address or at 651-621-6029.

Service Provider Information Meeting - Mounds View District Center; 4570 Victoria Street North, Shoreview, MN 55126, Board Room; January 29 (Monday); 10:00AM – meeting with interested service providers to review the RFP/ Specification, review schedule and address questions.

Independent School District No. 621 is using the direct negotiation and quotation process established by Minnesota Statute 2023, Section 123B.52, Subd. 3 for the procurement of this contract, and disclaims usage of any other contract procurement options allowed under applicable law. The School District reserves the right to reject any and all quotations and waive irregularities therein, and further reserves the right to award a contract to the lowest responsible service provider(s) that is in the best interest of Independent School District No. 621.

Yolanda Magee, Clerk Posted District 621 website January 16 through 29, 2024.

Published two times in the Shoreview Press on January 16 and 30, 2024.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 23, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at 1576 Park Street, City of Shoreview, County of Ramsey, State of Minnesota 55126, the following property will be sold by public auction by the Sheriff of Ramsey County: A 1973 “Cavalier Trailer MFG. CO.” manufactured home, VIN 24560103, and any contents therein or about the premises. The manufactured home is located within the Brookside Manufactured Home Park.

This sale will be held to satisfy a claim upon the above-described property held by BRKS, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes sections 504B and 514. Upon information and belief, this property is owned by Kidsia Perez but has apparently been assigned to Anairami Sanchez. A Writ of Recovery of Premises, issued by the Ramsey County District Court on November 14, 2023, in favor of BRKS, LLC, against Kidsia Perez, the then-current occupant of the property known as 1576 Park Street, Shoreview, Minnesota 55126, was executed by the Ramsey County Sheriff on December 6, 2023. The amount of the claim against the abovereferenced property is $2,806.90 computed to the date of sale at the rate of $30.00 per day, together with all reasonable disbursements occasioned by the detention or sale of the property, exclusive of the expenses of advertising and the sale itself.

Dated: January 10, 2024, LAMBERT & ASSOCIATES /s/ Erin Lambert 6770 Stillwater Blvd N., Suite 110, Stillwater, MN 55082 Phone Number (651) 705-3310 Published three times in the Shoreview Press on January 16, 30 and February 13, 2024.

RAMSEY COUNTY ELECTIONS

NOTICE OF FILING 2024 MOUNDS VIEW SPECIAL ELECTION Notice is hereby given that a filing period will be held for candidates seeking election to the Mounds View city council in the special election to be conducted on April 9th, 2024. The filing period will open Tuesday, January 30th at 8 a.m. and close Tuesday, February 13th at 5 p.m. Candidates may file an affidavit of withdrawal no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, February 15th – filing fees are non-refundable.

Affidavits of candidacy must be filed at the Ramsey County Elections office, located at 90 West Plato Blvd, Suite 160 in Saint Paul or at the Mounds View City Hall, located at 2401 County Hwy 10 in Mounds View. This office will be open for filings from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on each weekday of the filing period except Tuesday, February 13th and Thursday, February 15th when office hours will be 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mounds View City Council Member – One seat at-large A filing fee or petition in place of the filing fee must be filed with the affidavit of candidacy. The filing fee for this office is as follows.

City Council Member - $20 For more information about the filing process, contact Ramsey County Elections at elections@ramseycounty.us or 651-266-2171.

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and Illinois. Both Parker and his wife are originally from Kansas.

Parker grew up in Kansas City and went to Wichita State for his undergraduate degree in music education. Both Parker and his wife wanted to go into ministry. His wife attended Columbia Theological Seminary, which is located right outside of Atlanta. Parker received his master’s degree during that time as well. After the couple’s time in Atlanta, they went to Oregon, where Parker received his doctorate from Portland Seminary.

Now, Parker is the fulltime pastor at Presbyterian Church of the Way located on Lexington Avenue in Shoreview. He has been a part of the church for the past 10 years.

Parker came up with the idea for Saints & Sinners in the summer of 2019. From there, he began to experiment with different flavor combinations for his BBQ rubs. He had grown up in the South, which meant that barbecuing was popular and part of his everyday life.

There is a “big barbecue community in Kansas City, so that is kind of how I fell in love with that,” Parker said.

He still remembers the very first time he barbecued something on his own. Parker said it was over the Fourth of July in 1997 when he laid down his first rack of ribs on a tiny Weber Smokey Joe on the campus of a seminary in the South. He had to cut the rack of ribs in half to make them fit.

“I just sat down and was grilling them,” said Parker, “I had so many people walking by, saying, ‘Oh, my gosh, that smells amazing.’”

“It was just how cooking and barbecuing outside brought people together that was really attractive to me for some reason.”

After that experience, Parker began to look into different types of barbecuing and what it meant. He even looked into different world cultures of barbecue. He said the common denominator that he found was that it brought people together.

He watched different television shows and read cookbooks, too.

“There wasn’t a lot out there

back then. The internet was really new, and so people weren’t putting pictures on the internet of food. So you really had to seek out other masters and learn from them,” he said. “It’s just a lot of trial and error.”

‘It was just how cooking and barbecuing outside brought people together that was really attractive to me for some reason.’

Dave Parker Parker found a few friends in Illinois who enjoyed barbecuing. Quickly, he got together with them every Saturday to try different recipes and flavor combinations.

“I remember back then talking and just going, ‘Man it would be kind of cool to start a seasoning company.’”

Then Parker and his family moved north to Minnesota.

In 2019, Parker said he wanted to try experimenting with flavors. He got a logo design and started doing some branding-type stuff.

He planned to launch his company in the spring of 2020, not knowing what that spring would bring.

In April 2020, Parker launched the Saints & Sinners website and began to sell his different barbecue rubs.

“Within the first six months, we launched to all 50 states and Canada,” said Parker, “I just started putting a map up and said, ‘These are the states that we’ve hit. If you know anybody in these areas and if you want them to try the product, please let us know.’”

The last state that Parker picked up was Delaware.

Saints & Sinners’ most popular product is its signature seasoning, which is a blend of salt, pepper, garlic and onion. Parker said he believes that the reason it is so popular is because it is versatile and it tastes good on everything.

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“Two years ago, they put our signature seasoning in the Blue-Ribbon books,” said Parker, “that is how people really started to get to know it.”

Currently, Parker is working on a salt-free seasoning.

“Everything about it right now is kind of mind-blowing,” said Parker. “Because you start off with an idea and you’re like ‘Jeez, I hope somebody buys this.’ And then they do, and you’re like ‘What’s next, what are we going to do?’”

“I’m happy the people like it,” he continued, “that is the thing that makes me happiest when I see people using our seasonings or sauce and they sent me a text message saying, ‘Oh my gosh, we used this, and it was amazing.” And just knowing that makes me happy.”

For more about Saints & Sinners and to purchase rubs for your next barbecue, visit https://sns-bbq.com.

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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office reported the following selected incidents in Shoreview: • Management at an apartment building in the 5800 block of Rice Creek Parkway reported encountering an unknown person disguised as a peace officer in a hallway Dec. 4. The person also verbally represented himself as a police officer, but management had their doubts. The case is under investigation.

• A Shoreview youth, 16, was cited Dec. 4 for failure to stop for a traffic control device after he ran a red light and caused an accident with injuries at the intersection of Lexington Avenue N. and Highway 96. Both vehicles were towed due to disabling damage.

• A Shoreview youth, 15, reported being robbed at gunpoint Dec. 4 in the 3500 block of Owasso Street while buying a computer from people he met online.

• Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office deputies recovered a discarded license plate Dec. 7 in the 700 block of County Road F and took it away to be destroyed.

• A laptop was reported stolen Dec. 7 from an auto parked in the 500 block of Gramsie Road, after deputies responded to a theft-in-progress report. In the end, the suspect-on-scene report turned out to be uninvolved.

• A St. Paul man, 28, was cited and arrested for shoplifting Dec. 7, after Target store security in the 3800 block of Lexington Avenue N. observed him pushing a cart full of merchandise out the front doors of the store without paying.

• A resident in the 3500 block of Owasso Street reported a package stolen from the mail area in her apartment complex Dec. 7. That same day, a Lino Lakes man reported that someone had stolen a package off the front steps of a property he owns in the 5800 block of Hamline Avenue N. A resident in the 1000 block of Carlton Drive reported mail stolen out of her mailbox on Dec. 8.

• A resident in the 4100 block of Victoria Street N. on Dec. 8 reported that the driver of an Enterprise rental truck drove over his mailbox before leaving the scene.

• Deputies assisted the Minnesota State Patrol Dec. 9 on I-694 and Victoria Street N. in conducting a traffic stop on a vehicle suspected of being involved in a gun-pointing incident on I-35E. • In the second round of package theft reports, a resident in the 3500 block of Owasso Street reported a package stolen from the front step of her apartment building on Dec. 10. A resident in the 3400 block of Kent Street reported a package stolen off her front step Dec. 13.

• A Keep Our Police Safe (KOPS) alert was issued Dec. 10 for a Plymouth man, 27, who is suspected of stealing items from the home of his ex-girlfriend in the 400 block of Snail Lake Road, after deputies responded to a burglary report.

• A Little Canada man, 24, was arrested for DWI at 9:57 p.m. Dec. 10 at the intersection of Hodgson

To celebrate the new year, below are some of the best Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office reports of 2023. Ranging from dazed raccoons to fraud highlights (or lowlights), there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Fraud highlights (or lowlights) • The pop-up message. A resident in the 5700 block of Ridge Creek Road reported losing thousands of dollars to a scammer Feb. 7 after he fell victim to an online scam by responding to a pop-up message on his computer about a virus infection. After he phoned the number provided and was granted access to his computer, he noticed purchases made from China for a total of $14,000. But that wasn’t enough for the scammers.

The victim was then transferred to another scammer who pretended to be a bank representative and said he could arrange to have the $14,000 purchase overturned if 10 gift cards of $500 each were purchased from Target. After purchasing the gift cards, the victim was directed to provide the numbers to the fake bank representative. Finally, the victim realized he was being scammed when he was told to buy even more gift cards. He then called his real

Road and Taylor Avenue following a traffic stop for driving without headlights. During the stop, deputies noticed a strong odor of alcohol and empty beer cans in the vehicle next to two children.

• A girl, 6, was reported as being assaulted by a second grade student Dec. 12 on the morning school bus in the 900 block of County Road D. The girl was not seriously injured.

• A landscaper reported two suspects for driving up to his parked work vehicle at the intersection of Weston Way and Westcliff Curve Dec. 12 and stealing electronics from it. On that same day, an Elk River man reported that someone stole a leather bag from his work vehicle parked in the 700 block of Larson Lane.

• A Shoreview man reported walking in Sucker Lake Park in the 200 block of Bridge Street Dec. 12 and noticing several empty shipping boxes lying along the side of the road. Other empty boxes were found in the trash bin in the park. The report is being investigated as package theft.

• A Fridley man reported his wallet stolen Dec. 13 while he was at a fast food restaurant in the 1000 block of Red Fox Road.

• An employer in the 3500 block of Lexington Avenue N. on Dec. 14 reported a former employee for refusing to return a company gas card. The ex-employee had been using the card for personal purchases.

• A Shoreview man reported that someone had broken into his vehicle and had stolen power tools from it while he was shopping inside a box store in the 3800 block of Lexington Avenue N. on Dec. 16.

• A resident in the 5900 block of Prairie Ridge Drive reported an intruder on her patio “doing unknown things” to her grill, after she reviewed captured images of the unknown man on her home security camera on Dec. 16. Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office deputies surmised the intruder was trying to steal the propane tank from under her grill.

• A resident in the 1800 block of Bluestem Lane reported a propane tank stolen from her patio overnight Dec. 16-17.

• A Shoreview woman, 45, was arrested Dec. 17 in the 4100 block of Lexington Avenue N. on an active Dakota County warrant, after deputies were called out to the scene of a complaint about a woman who refused to leave the premises.

• A Minneapolis woman reported losing her purse Dec. 17 while shopping at a store in the 3800 block of Lexington Avenue N. • A Target employee reported that someone inside the store had commandeered company radios and was making prank transmissions to store staff and customers on Dec. 17. This behavior continued for hours, until deputies were finally called and found the juveniles responsible for the prank. Upon further investigation, deputies discovered that the youths were also employees of the store — at least up until that moment.

• A resident in the 4100 block of Lexington Avenue N. reported a package stolen from the front entryway

bank to report the fraud and was able to stop the $14,000 China purchase and close the account. However, he lost the entire $5,000 from the first round of gift cards. Unless you initiate the pop-up message (and why would you?), ignore them completely.

• Pay with a counterfeit $100 bill and get real money in change. Trader Joe’s in the 1000 block of Red Fox Road on Feb. 10 reported a customer for passing a counterfeit $100 bill at the store.

When deputies arrived on the scene, store employees turned the bill over to start its ultimate journey to the U.S. Treasury Department. Don’t accept overly large bills for payment.

• A scam about a scam about a scam. A couple in the 4600 block of Kent Street had a close call March 22 after they almost fell victim to a telephone scam where the imposter claimed to be a U.S. Marshal saying that their bank information was compromised. To confirm the scammers’ “suspicions,” the complainants needed to provide their account information. To set things right even further, the victims were then told to wire funds to the scammer’s bank account in New York City, after which they transferred funds from one account to another. As they

Dec. 18. A resident in the 3400 block of Kent Street reported her mail stolen on Dec. 21. A resident in the 3300 block of Emmert Street reported his mail stolen on Dec. 22. Mail theft was reported Dec. 26 from the 4100 block of Lexington Avenue.

• Deputies were called out to the scene of a disturbance in the 200 block of Cottage Place Dec. 20, after a Mora woman showed up at the address accusing the residents of defrauding her. She claimed the residents were accessing her digital accounts. However, it turned out that the whole thing was just a misunderstanding.

• A resident in the 4100 block of Snail Lake Blvd. reported a break-in to her vehicle Dec. 20 and her wallet stolen.

• A City Hall employee on Victoria Street reported two juveniles for being involved in a possible THC transaction that resulted in one of them needing medical attention on Dec. 23.

• A 47-year-old Desert Hot Springs, California, man was arrested Dec. 23 in the 5900 block of Lexington Avenue S. for being in possession of stolen property, after deputies received a driving complaint from a passerby regarding a vehicle with no lights near Lexington Avenue and Highway 96. When deputies checked the vehicle’s records, they discovered that the MSP Airport Police Department had listed it as stolen.

• The manager of a business in the 3700 block of Lexington Avenue N. on Dec. 26 reported that a former employee broke into the business, made himself food and stole an iPad on the way out the door.

• A Maplewood man, 27, was cited Dec. 26 in the 600 block of Mound Avenue for obstruction of justice, after not cooperating with a court order related to child custody.

• A Prescott, Wisconsin, man reported his Honda Civic broken into Dec. 26 and a laptop and computer bag stolen.

• A St. Paul woman, 28 was arrested Dec. 27 in the 3500 block of Owasso Street on an outstanding gross misdemeanor Hennepin County warrant related to drugs.

• A Minneapolis man, 41, was arrested for DWI at 5:50 a.m. Dec. 28 at the intersection of Harriet Avenue and Dale Street N. after he crashed his vehicle into a tree on his way to work. It has not been disclosed where the subject was headed.

• A girl, 17, was cited Dec. 30 at the intersection of Lexington Avenue N. and Highway 96 for driving on an instructional permit without another valid driver in the vehicle, after deputies investigating the scene of a different motor vehicle crash observed her lose control and crash into a roadway sign. The sign then fell onto another vehicle.

• Shoplifting was reported Dec. 30 at a box store in the 3800 block of Lexington Avenue N.

were about to hit the boogie button to wire the funds, they reached out to their son to inform him of the situation.

The son quickly told them it was a scam and that they needed to freeze their accounts without delay. The parents followed their son’s advice and lost no money during the incident. Don’t send any money to a party when you didn’t initiate the transaction.

• When someone makes a mistake, make them pay. A resident in the 5400 block of Lake Avenue reported sending money via a bank app to the wrong phone number March 31, but the person at that number denied receiving the money. The complainant was left to wait for the 10-day delay process of the bank fraud investigation. Be sure of whom you send money to before you hit “send”.

• The impersonation scam. Residents in the 3100 block of Vivian Avenue reported being the victim of an impersonation scam May 11 in which they lost $400. The victims received a text from unknown persons impersonating their pastor, asking them to buy eBay gift cards and give the numbers to the scammer. After sending the first round of gift card numbers to the scammer, the victims

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• Social media blackmail. A juvenile male, 14, in the 600 block of Mound Avenue reported being harassed May 11, as part of a social media blackmail scam. Be smart and don’t do anything compromising.

• Sending documents in scattergun fashion. Residents in the 5000 block of Ridge Creek Road reported receiving suspicious-looking documents May 16. On their arrival, deputies verified that the complainant had correctly identified the documents as fraudulent.

Remember that most of the junk mail you receive is exactly that at best, and not in your best interest at worst.

• The relative in jail scam. Residents in the 4300 block of Hodgson Road on July 13 reported losing $7,500 to the “relative in jail” telephone scam.

Contact your beloved family member through separate means to check on their welfare. If you don’t have grandchildren, remember that fact even if you remember nothing else.

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RAMSEY COUNTY BRIEF

Ramsey County Board approves 2024-25 budget

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2024-2025 county budget.

The budget was developed with a resident-centric focus by incorporating key learnings from the COVID-19 pandemic and extensive community feedback.

“I am proud of the work that went into the passage of today’s budget. The 2024-2025 budget was created through a year-long process that involved feedback from my fellow board colleagues, county staff, partners, and community.” said Ramsey County Board Chair Trista Martinson. “The ongoing needs of community post pandemic and impact this budget would have on families was carefully considered with the final product being an investment in our vision, values and strategic priorities.”

On Aug. 22, Ramsey County Manager Ryan O’Connor presented the proposed 2024-25 biennial budget to the county Board of Commissioners.

Additionally, Ramsey County held a series of budget presentations in September and provided opportunity for community to share feedback through public meetings, phone calls, emails and online forms. Community meetings were held inperson and in a virtual format with interpreters included to increase the accessibility to community members.

The county’s approved budget for 2024 totals $808,498,799 which represents a 2.9% overall budget increase from 2023. The 6.75% levy increase for 2024 was driven by a shift away from federal and state one-time resources that were available during the emergency pandemic. The approved budget for 2025

totals $835,076,779, with an 3.3% budget increase from 2024 and a maximum 4.75% levy increase that is proposed to be reduced once estimates for future cannabis sales tax revenue can be incorporated.

“Today’s budget approval marks a pivotal moment in our community’s journey,” said Ramsey County Commissioner and Budget Chair Victoria Reinhardt. “The 2024-2025 budget addresses challenges presented by the pandemic and positions the county for a future that is more equitable and sustainable.”

The 2024 budget was mitigated by a $6 million increase in county program aid from the State of Minnesota. This increased state aid provided a 1.76% levy decrease from initial budget planning targets and helped keep the county’s long term levy growth at a more moderate level. Looking at the period of 2015-2025, the annual average levy growth to Ramsey County taxpayers was 3.3% and from 20212025 (COVID era) the annual average levy growth was 3.5%.

During the pandemic, the county intentionally kept its property tax growth low by leveraging one-time federal relief dollars making more than $20 million in operational cuts and managing minimal operating budget increases. All of this was done while transforming service delivery to meet evolving community needs during a moment of historical significance. While not meant to be long-term budget solutions, Ramsey County made these strategic decisions during unprecedented economic times to offer additional support and relief to residents.

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The Shoreview City Council approved an ordinance prohibiting cannabis use in public spaces. This includes parks, trails, sidewalks and streets.

In 2023, the Minnesota Legislature approved a new law related to the use and possession of cannabis. Chapter 63 legalizes the possession, use, manufacturing and sales of certain cannabis products. As of last August 1, adults that are 21 and older can possess, use and grow cannabis up to certain amounts in Minnesota.

Under the new legislation, cities can create local regulations dealing with cannabis through local zoning codes. These regulations include the ability to define public places and regulate where cannabis is allowed to be used; capping the number of cannabisrelated business registrations through the state Office of Cannabis Management (OCM); and specifying where cannabis-related businesses can be located.

The City Council approved an ordinance that defines the public places where cannabis use will be regulated in Shoreview. Those public places

include parks, beaches, parking lots and public trails.

Exceptions to this are private residences, private properties not generally accessible to the public and the premises of an establishment or event that has a license to permit on-site consumption.

The ordinance then goes on to prohibit the use of cannabis in public places and streets within the city.

This includes smoking, vaping and consumption of edibles. It prevents smoking and vaping in places where a minor could inhale the smoke. It also creates a tiered penalty system for violations within a 12-month period.

The first penalty is a written warning and a sevenday trespass from public facilities. The second is a seven-day suspension from public facilities plus a fee.

The third penalty is a combination of the first and second penalties as well as up to 90 days in jail.

“Staff met with both the city attorney and Ramsey County Sheriff Office when identifying these penalties to see what would work,” said Renee Eisenbeisz, Shoreview’s assistant city manager. “And with talking with Ramsey County, they issue a verbal warning first, with no personal information taken, then a written warning if they need to come back in the same day.” That is when Shoreview’s policies would be put into place.

The city’s smoke-free park policy has been in place since 2004. Shoreview staff recommended that the policy be extended to include cannabis use as well.

“We’ve been having conversations in the city about this since last year,” said Mayor Denkinger, “even before we were required. We started having discussions early on to consider safety, youth access.”

The ordinance was developed on the basis of those discussions.

Other things that occurred at the meeting included: • There are two openings on the Shoreview Planning Commission. The council will be conducting interviews for those positions on Monday, Jan. 15. There are four applicants for the two openings. The choice of the candidates will be announced after the interviews are conducted.

• The city of Shoreview will continue to use the Shoreview Press as its legal newspaper in 2024.

• The council reappointed individuals on multiple different committees in the community.

Individuals will serve on the committees through Jan. 31, 2027. Individuals were reappointed on the Bikeways and Trails Committee, Economic Development Commission, Environmental Quality Committee, Human Rights Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission and Public Safety Commission.

• City Council assignments were decided at the meeting. Each year, the council appoints representatives to serve as delegates to various organizations. While the council has typically designated council members as representatives, sometimes a staff member has been chosen to serve as a representative.

• Gina Llyod and Kelli Damlo, both longtime residents of Shoreview, were appointed to the Bikeways and Trails Committee. Both will serve through Jan. 31, 2027.

The next Shoreview City Council meeting will be 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 5, in council chambers, 4580 Victoria St. N., Shoreview.

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Mustang skiers open with a good showing on artificial snow

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Despite the lack of snowfall, the Mounds View Nordic Ski team was able to open the season on artificial snow on Dec. 20 at Battle Creek Regional Park in Maplewood.

Five members have also competed in junior national qualifiers, with Linnea Ousidgian meeting the requirements to advance to Lake Placid in March.

Competing in the Ahvo Tapipale Holiday Relays, the Mustangs had boys and girls each place fourth. Ten schools were competing, each entering three quartets of skiing.

The Mustang boys’ top team of Miles Smith, Levi Hammerbeck, August Arnold and Owen Kalmes was fourth in 21:28.9 behind St. Paul Central, Stillwater and Irondale.

Their second boys’ team of Ian Garrison, Niko Mares, Ted Chresand and Will Kelley placed 16th of 27 teams.

The Mustang girls’ top team of Margot Derosier, Bria Mills, Maya Surve and Linnea Ousdigian

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• 7:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19—Irondale • 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24—at Park • 7:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26—Stillwater • 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30—at East Ridge

• 9:00 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20—at New Prague • 8:00 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27—Multiple schools

Boys Hockey • 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18—at Roseville • 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23—at Stillwater/St. Croix Rec Center • 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25—at White Bear Lake/TCO Sports Garden • 7:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27—at Park/TCO Sports Garden • 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30—at Eastview/Apple Valley Sports Arena

Girls Hockey • 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18—at Coon Rapids • 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20—at Forest Lake • 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23—at Cretin-Derham Hall/National Sports Center • 3:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27—at Anoka

Boys Swimming • 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18—at Chippewa Middle School • 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23—at Forest Lake

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Linnea Ousdigian churned up a hill during a national qualifier 5K skate race at Cable, Wisconsin.

was fourth in 24:56.4 behind Stillwater, St. Louis Park and St. Paul Central. Their second team of Kenna Karl, Noelle Boyd, Katarina Kostel and Maddie Dornfield was 15th of 29.

Kalmes, Smith,

Derosier, Mills and Ousdigian also have raced at four junior national qualifiers in Duluth and Cable, Wisconsin. Ousdigian won three of her races and placed second in the other to qualify for nationals.

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• 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30—at Chippewa Middle School

• 7:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19—at Irondale • 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24—Park • 7:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26—at Stillwater • 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30—East Ridge

• 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18—at White Bear Lake • 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25—at East Ridge

Boys Alpine Skiing • 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23—at Wild Mountain • 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30—at Afton Alps

Girls Alpine Skiing • 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23—at Wild Mountain • 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30—at Afton Alps

Boys Nordic Skiing • 3:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18—Irondale High School • 3:40 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25—at Cottage Grove Ravine

Girls Nordic Skiing • 3:55 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18—Irondale High School • 4:20 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25—at Cottage Grove Ravine

Wrestling • 5:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan 18—at Stillwater • 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20—at Howard-Lake-Waverly-Winsted • 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25—Simley

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Upcoming events Little House on the Prairie: The Musical The Hanifl Performing Arts Center January 26-February 10

The timeless story of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s real childhood offers a unique glimpse of life on the American frontier and tells a heartwarming, unforgettable story! This delightful musical captures the spirit of Minnesota and is a perfect outing for the whole family.

Classical Chamber Music Spotlight The Hanifl Performing Arts Center February 18 at 2:00pm

Hometown-favorite and award-winning pianist & composer Michael Djupstrom will be joined by Gabriel Campos Zamora, principal clarinet of the Minnesota Orchestra, and Julie Harguindev, principal bassoon of the Nashville Symphony and Sante Fe Opera, for an unforgettable chamber concert.

Instructor Showcase Community Reception White Bear Center for the Arts Thursday, February 8, 6:30-8:30 PM

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All are welcome to attend the Instructor Showcase Community Reception to enjoy conversation with teaching artists, students, and fellow art enthusiasts, in addition to being inspired by the artwork of WBCA’s teaching artists on display.

Children’s Performing Arts Summer Camps & Classes Hanifl Performing Arts Center Registration opens February 5th!

Children’s Performing Arts offers a variety of educational offerings. The goal of these offerings is to provide students a place to keep developing their interests and skills outside of the production environment. Come have fun with us this summer! To learn more about the current offerings and to register go to www. childrensperformingartsmn.org

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WBCA Announces Paid High School Internship Program Inside White Bear Center for the Arts’ administrative office, high schoolers are busy at work, learning how to install exhibits, design promotional materials, and work in arts administration. Seven students from local high schools recently accepted positions as interns at White Bear Center for the Arts through an internship program called “Studio Repose.”

The internship gets its name from WBCA’s high school literary magazine “Repose,” a publication which the interns will be involved in creating.

The interns come from five different high schools across the Metro area: St. Anthony Village, Mahtomedi, White Bear Lake South Campus, Centennial, and St. Croix Preparatory Academy.

During the next six months, the interns will work on projects ranging from graphic design, managing social media, curation and installation of exhibits, and event organization. They’ll also get the chance to learn more about the workforce, hearing from local professionals in the arts sector and beyond.

WBCA started this internship with the goal of providing a space for creative youth to explore potential career opportunities, thinking of the internship as a holistic approach to workforce development through the lens of an art center. “There is a breadth of avenues to pursue within the arts sector, and the arts also play a critical role in other industries,” Studio Repose Internship Administrator Lexi Munson said.

“No matter where their careers

take them, the knowledge and experience gained through Studio Repose is universally transferable.”

Not only do high schoolers get real life experience working in the arts through this program, but they also get paid to do so.

How does White Bear Center for the Arts fund six internships? In 2023, WBCA received a workforce development appropriation from the state of Minnesota in the 2023 Omnibus bill, fully funding the program for the next two years with bipartisan support.

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For some of the students, like senior Sam Thein from Mahtomedi High School, the internship is a way for them to develop career skills in a field they know they want to pursue.

“My dream is to someday teach pottery,” Sam said in an exchange with WBCA, “and I would like to learn how I can develop the skills I will need to inspire others

to be as passionate about pottery as I am.” However, the skills developed within this program are not limited to the arts sector.

“Skills such as time management, interpersonal communication, teamwork, thoughtful expression, and reflection are strengths that students can proudly carry into any future career or life experience,” Munson said.

High school senior Cindy Meisinger has a passion for the arts, and describes art as “‘soul talk,’ because we use it to express things that we are feeling inside,” she said. “Whether it be through words from our mouths, chords from our music, strokes from our brushes and pencils, or in any other form that art can take (and it takes many), this form of communication is so important.”

As a Studio Repose intern, Cindy wants to be able to work in a field she’s passionate about, and this internship is the first step in that direction.

This year’s six interns are the flagship group, discovering the possibilities of Studio Repose as they journey through their time with WBCA. “Studio Repose is a pilot program, and we know that there is plenty of room for growth and adaptation,” Munson said.

“Who better to learn from than the students themselves? We can’t wait to be a part of each intern’s journey and explore how we can support their passions after their internship at WBCA is complete.”

To learn more about the Studio Repose internship program, you can visit WhiteBearArts.org/highschool-internship.

Northern Lights Celebrates its 50th Anniversary White Bear Center for the Arts recently welcomed Chris Scholl as its new executive director, starting a new chapter in the art center’s 55-year history. Scholl, a devoted arts administrator, began his career in an art studio. He spent years working as an artist, constructing sets and working in theaters, and eventually achieved an MFA in Scenic Design from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. After moving into administration, he received an MBA from the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management.

He has spent his career helping arts institutions, like the Jungle Theater and Ashland Productions, grow their impact upon their stakeholders and communities.

Scholl was drawn to White Bear

Center for the Arts as a financially strong institution with a long history and a deep reservoir of affection among its students, volunteers, and donors.

“The chance to be a part of a vibrant art center that commits to teaching a wide variety of mediums for all abilities, and honors the talents of professional artists and community members through beautiful gallery exhibitions, is a unique opportunity,” Scholl said. “I’m excited to explore the many ways that White Bear Center for the Arts can continue to build our arts-loving community in this area and beyond.”

This fall, Scholl is looking forward to the abundance and variety of programs offered at the art center.

“One of the things that drew me to WBCA is our embrace of the

entirety of the arts,” he said. “Simply paging through the fall catalog makes that clear, with classes offered in clay, fiber, drawing, painting, writing, wellness and more.” Scholl also mentioned the National Endowment for the Arts’ Big Read program as another focal point of this fall season. “That partnership has allowed us the means to draw our community together to investigate the words and intentions within Ross Gay’s gorgeous book of poetry, Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude.” There’s a lot for community members, and for Scholl, to dive into at the start of this new chapter. As Scholl said, “Poetry, digital art, studio art: that’s only what you’ll find here today. Art is exploration, and we have galaxies of worlds to explore together.”

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