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There are two documents central to the formation of the United States—the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Each September, Constitution Week commemorates the formation and signing of the latter. It kicks off on Sept. 17, a Thursday this year, on what is known as Constitution Day. This Sept. 17 marks the 233rd anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution.

On that day in 1787, 39 delegates gathered at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to formally endorse the Constitution, the product of the four-month-long Constitutional Convention.

Constitution Week has been observed since 1955, initiated by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), a lineagebased membership service organization for women who are directly descended from a person involved in efforts towards American independence during the Revolutionary War. The organization has approximately 185,000 members nationwide and chapters across the country, including the St. Croix River Valley chapter in Stillwater and the Harriet G. Walker chapter in Shoreview.

Constitution Week is largely the culmination of the advocacy efforts on the part of the

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DAR. In the mid-1950s, DAR members petitioned Congress to dedicate a week of each year to commemorate the Constitution, and on Aug. 2, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the congressional resolution into law.

In 2002, President George W. Bush officially declared the inception of Constitution Week, setting aside Sept. 17-23 each year.

DAR members nationwide remain strong advocates for the celebration of Constitution Week to this day. According to the organization, the purpose of the annual observance is to “emphasize citizens’ responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution; inform people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and the foundation of our way of life; and encourage the study of historical events which led to the framing of the Constitution.”

“The framers created a Constitution that translated into law the ideals upon which our nation was built,” said DAR President General Denise Doring VanBuren. “Their vision was so forward-thinking that their words still guide us today. No American history education can be complete without a thorough understanding of the impact the Constitution has had on the lives of American citizens past and present.”

Traditionally, DAR chapters across the country have celebrated Constitution Week by supplying

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classrooms with flags and reference materials, creating displays in public areas like libraries and courthouses, obtaining proclamations from public officials, and distributing copies of the Constitution to educate the public about the principles on which the U.S. was founded.

A special event typically rings in the week-long celebration— literally. The DAR encourages churches, firehouses, schools and municipal buildings, as well as individuals, to ring bells for one minute as a part of “Bells Across America,” 3 p.m. Central on Sept.

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After starting the 2020-21 school year with full-time distance learning, Mounds View Public Schools is preparing to bring students back to school, at least part-time, on Monday, Sept. 21.

Superintendent Chris Lennox announced the decision in a district-wide memo to students and families Friday, Sept. 11.

“As you know, a few weeks ago, we made the decision to delay in-person learning and open schools using the distance learning model so that we could use the extra time to address health and safety concerns,” Lennox wrote. “During that time, we've worked to ensure that our schools are ready, that safety protocols are in place, and that our staff, students and families can feel confident to safely return to schools.”

Throughout the next week, all students will continue with distance learning. Friday, Sept. 18, will be a “transition day” for incoming sixth- and ninth-graders to help them get accustomed to the schools without other students in attendance. Starting Monday, Sept. 21, families who have chosen the blended learning model should plan for their students to attend school in the cohort groups already announced: students in Group 1 will attend Mondays and Wednesdays, and students in Group 2 on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Those who have chosen distance learning will continue in that model.

Lennox thanked Mounds View students and families for their patience and flexibility over the last several weeks and months.

“Many of you are making significant sacrifices in your work, home and personal lives to accommodate your children's school experience,” he wrote. “We recognize that the 2020-21 school year is not and will not be perfect in any way. On behalf of our staff, I want you to know that we recognize your sacrifice, and we appreciate your partnership.”

If COVID-19 case counts in Ramsey County exceed 30 cases per 10,000 people, schools will move back to full-time distance learning. The most recent data available shows 19.35 cases per 10,000 people Aug. 16-29, up slightly from 18.73 Aug. 9-Aug. 22. Data is updated every Thursday and can be found online at health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/stats/wschool.pdf.

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Sasquatch business pays dividends for Lexington couple seemed so interesting. It is a concept that people can’t prove, but so many people believe in and debate heavily. It seems to have a big following. People love pictures and videos of Bigfoot.”

The Pictons began coming up with Sasquatch-related products that they could sell online through Etsy and eBay. Many of the products are made in South Carolina, where Andy’s brother runs a metal shop. The business started out with bottle openers and signs but continues to grow.

Customers can now purchase a variety of items, including grilling spatulas, rustic crates, coffee mugs, aprons, shirts, baby apparel, coasters, classes, water bottles, playing cards and more. Products are shipped all over the country.

The newest adventure for the business is soda. Squatchin’ Country has teamed up with Blue Sun Soda Shop in Spring Lake Park to create two different Sasquatch-related soda flavors.

The business is a part-time endeavor.

Andy is a website programmer and Wendy is a personal care attendant for a New Brighton resident.

Andy described himself as the “introvert,” whereas Wendy is the “extrovert.”

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There is just something about Sasquatch. Whether you believe in Bigfoot or not, people just can’t seem to resist the Sasquatch phenomenon.

That’s why Lexington residents Andy and Wendy Picton thought it would be a fun business endeavor. The husband and wife team launched their business, Squatchin’ Country, back in 2014.

The idea for the business was born while camping with their neighbors.

“We were sitting around the campfire and (our neighbor) said, ‘Have you guys ever been Squatchin’? We had no idea what that was ... Squatchin’ apparently is waiting until it gets dark, going on a hike in the woods and trying to scare kids. You are looking for Sasquatch,” Andy said.

“After a couple of months of doing that on the weekends, we thought Squatchin’ Country was a good catchy name for a Sasquatch-related business.”

Andy said ever since he was a kid, he has always been an entrepreneur. “I like the idea of starting businesses and growing them, so I’m always looking for what would make for a good business opportunity,” he explained. “And Bigfoot just

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ideas for more products. Wendy is also the one who is not afraid to tell everyone about the business.

Last month, the couple released their first children’s book, “Sammie Squatch – When I Grow Up,” which was one of Wendy’s ideas.

“A couple years back we decided to have some characters drawn up,” Andy said. The characters are illustrated by an artist in Mexico and then Andy and Wendy paint them on cutouts, which can be spotted all over their yard.

Wendy suggested they use some of those characters in a children’s book. Andy thought that was a great idea.

The first book has a target audience of ages 3-7 and centers on the main character, Sammie Squatch, an adorable little Bigfoot.

“He thinks of all the things he is going to be when he grows up,” Andy said. “(The storyline) is to get kids thinking that they can be anything they want to be; they don’t have to be stuck in any one role.”

“Sammie Squatch – When I Grow Up” is available for purchase online through Amazon or Barnes & Noble. The second book is already underway, with plans to do even more in the future.

CITY BRIEF The city of Shoreview is accepting nominations for Citizen of the Year now through Oct. 9. The annual award recognizes a citizen who demonstrates a generous community spirit, has proven their commitment to the community, has a pattern of effort directed toward the Shoreview community, acts as a role model within the community and raises standards of social responsibility.

Other guidelines considered will be city affiliations and organizations, affiliations with nonprofit organizations and/or volunteer groups that benefit the Shoreview

The Ramsey County Charter Commission is seeking applications from individuals interested in joining the board for a term to end Nov. 5, 2024.

Interested Ramsey County residents may call the Ramsey County District Court at 651-266-8148 to request an application or pick up an application at the Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 W. Kellogg Boulevard, Room 170, St. Paul, MN 55102 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The deadline for applications is Oct. 23.

i and d iindividual di id l community, contributions that benefit the Shoreview community as well. The goals for this award are to recognize the volunteer efforts of deserving citizens and inspire other Shoreview citizens to continue the tradition of volunteering. The winner will be chosen by the City Council and recognized in the fall. They will also have their name added to a plaque, and a feature article about them will run in “ShoreViews,” the city newsletter. More information, as well as a link to the nomination form, is available online at shoreviewmn. gov/government/city-council/ citizen-of-the-year-nomination-form.

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This summer marked another major Constitution-related milestone—the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment was Aug. 26. The amendment states that the Between right to vote “shall not be denied abridged by the United States or the Lines or by any State on the account of sex.”

Elizabeth Callen Its ratification, understandably, is typically heralded as the historic moment in which American women were finally granted the right to vote, but this is a simplification, one that I remained largely unaware of for much of my life.

The summer after my sophomore year of high school, my parents, sisters and I ventured out east for a family vacation. We spent most of our time in upstate New York and meandered our way home, stretching the long drive back to the Midwest into a road trip with a series of stops. My favorite was Seneca Falls, where Women’s Rights National Historical Park is located. I remember feeling inspired to be at the site of the Seneca Falls Convention, often credited as the birthplace of the women’s suffrage movement. Through the park’s various exhibitions, I learned about the history of the two-day convention, which concluded with participants signing a “Declaration of Sentiments,” declaring “all men and women are created equal.” However, neither the Seneca Falls Convention nor the 19th Amendment truly included all women.

A college history class made me aware of the more complicated truth of the women’s suffrage movement and the Constitutional amendment it led to—the immediate beneficiaries were white women. Even after the 19th Amendment was passed, millions of American women, especially Black women in the southern states, remained shut out of the polls for another half-century due to Jim Crow laws that legalized racial segregation and violent intimidation.

Likewise, the Seneca Falls Convention—which, since that visit as a 16-year-old, I had romanticized as the birthplace of equality—centered only on well-todo white women and excluded women of color, even though their voices and perspectives were and are just as much a part of the suffrage movement. Whatmore, many white suffragists abandoned the struggle for voting rights after the 19th Amendment was ratified.

Once they were granted the right to vote, they declared mission accomplished, leaving the women of color who had worked alongside them to fend for themselves. For too many suffragist leaders, “all women” really just meant women who looked like them.

Today, 233 years since the U.S. Constitution was signed, the country has changed dramatically, and yet the ideals enshrined in it are ever relevant.

Certainly, the establishment of the Constitution was a remarkable event, and the insight with which it was written has proven itself time and time again. However, like its 27 amendments show, it was not perfect, and even amendments meant to bring the country closer to equality, have not yet led to a fully equal society.

Perhaps Constitution Day and the Women’s Suffrage Centennial thus offer us an opportunity to reflect on our country’s past as well as its present and on the work of American people throughout history, and then to commit ourselves to the work that lies ahead, to ensure that equality is a reality for all.

Elizabeth Callen is the editor of the Shoreview Press. She can be reached at 651-407-1229 or shoreviewnews@presspubs.com.

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very day in Minnesota and across our nation, people rely on the United States Postal Service (USPS) for their medication, paychecks, social security checks and tax returns. Letter carriers and postal workers are a fundamental part of our country’s infrastructure and provide a vital service for the American people. And as people are depending on the Postal Service during this pandemic, we need to make sure this critical agency can continue to carry out its mission and Legislator serve the people of our state.

Lingo But I’m deeply concerned that Amy Klobuchar recent actions taken at the Postal Service – including the removal of mailboxes and sorting machines – are hurting Americans across the country, especially those in rural areas.

These changes have been made as the volume of packages delivered by USPS has risen by as much as 80% some weeks during the pandemic compared to the same time last year. This higher volume of packages has resulted in increased demands on postal workers who have been on the frontlines during this pandemic as more Americans are relying on them to deliver the items that they need.

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So we need to do more. The House of Representatives has passed legislation with bipartisan support – which included the votes of 26 Republican members of Congress – to provide muchneeded funding to keep the Postal Service working, and the Senate should take up this bill without delay. We also need to pass my bill—the Natural Disaster and Emergency Ballot Act—that will provide the resources that states need to administer the upcoming election during this pandemic.

And finally, we need to make sure we have our postal workers’ backs so that they can meet the demands of mail delivery during this pandemic. During the pandemic, more than 40,000 postal workers have had to quarantine, 6,000 have tested positive for COVID-19, and 83 have tragically died. So we need to make sure these frontline workers are getting the support and resources they need to do their jobs safely.

With under 65 days until the election, we need a fully functioning Postal Service to ensure the integrity of our election—and make sure mail is delivered on time for the American people.

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medication recently started showing up late. And a small business owner who is hurting from delays in the supplies she needs to keep her business up and running. In early August, some Minnesotans did not receive mail for over a week, which caused some to have to wait days for lifesaving medications, and others have reported delays in receiving their mail-in ballots before this year’s primary election.

That’s why this is also about our democracy. During this pandemic, more Americans than ever have made the choice to vote by mail, and Minnesota’s primary election saw a record number of mail-in ballots cast. The changes that we’re seeing at USPS—like cutting overtime and reducing the number of mailboxes and sorting machines—could further delay the delivery of election mail for November. That’s unacceptable.

In addition to Minnesotans who never got their ballots delivered, I am hearing from others who don’t want their 90-year-old parents to have to stand in line at their local polling place to exercise their right to vote. We need to make it easier for people to vote, especially during this public health crisis. And that means ensuring that people can vote safely from their homes with the help of the Postal Service.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Greetings friends and neighbors of North Oaks, I’m taking this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Elliott Engen and I am running for District 38B’s Minnesota House seat here in our community. First, I hope you are well and (let’s face it) well adjusted. We’ve been through a lot this year, but in the end, I hope we can come together to celebrate the journey as well as the outcome.

My reason for writing is twofold. First, to establish a quick introduction. Second, to discuss the significant challenges on the horizon regarding our local businesses, economy and overall well-being of our state.

I’m sure this goes without saying, but it will take innovative thinking and creative solutions to help alleviate the strain 2020 has showcased. As your representative, my goal is to be resourceful, open-minded and creative. My desire is to work with our constituents and consult with our community to create a chain of innovative solutions to the issues that surround us. Campaigning in the year 2020 can no longer be about empty rhetoric or mudslinging. My goal is to instead gain your support with rational thinking and conservative values in mind. I seek to ease burdensome regulations on small businesses, allow Minnesotans to choose health care plans that fit their needs and craft public safety measures that families can feel confident about. Together, we will come out of this chaotic time stronger.

Thank you for your time and please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with questions, concerns and meaningful discussions. You can visit my website at www.elliottengen.com or reach me by email at info@elliottengen.com.

Thank you.

Elliott Engen, Republican Candidate for Minnesota House, District 38B White Bear Lake

PAID LETTER Support Sue Denkinger for City Council

Sue Denkinger is running for her second fouryear term on the City Council. In my 20 years on the council, I have served with nine council members; each made important contributions to the quality of life in Shoreview. In her fi rst term, Sue displayed outstanding performance in fulfi lling council responsibility and studying the issues which came before the city. She was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Ramsey County League of Local Governments and active in the League of Minnesota Cities. As a 30-year resident, Sue was involved in a wide variety of volunteer activities and served on the Shoreview Economic Development Committee, the Economic Development Authority and the Lake Johanna Fire Department Board. Her record indicates support for public safety, planning, financial prudence and the environment. Please join Kay and me in voting to reelect Sue Denkinger to four more years on the Shoreview City Council.

Terence and Kay Quigley Shoreview

PAID LETTER Thanks to Moller for supporting clean cars, consumer choice

I want to thank our state representative for Shoreview, Kelly Moller, for supporting the Governor’s Clean Cars Initiative. This initiative would have our state Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) adopt rules that use higher passenger vehicle emission standards. Car and truck manufacturers of electric vehicles (EVs) are offering more models in states with these standards, so it has been hard for Minnesotans to fi nd these vehicles in Minnesota. Since transportation is now Minnesota’s top source of carbon emissions, expanding EV use here should be a priority. There will be more than 300 EVs sold in America in the next few years, including pickup trucks, SUVs and crossovers. But without the higher standards, Minnesota will only see a handful of them. We want more choices when buying a car. According to Conservation Minnesota, adopting the standard would save the average family $3,000 a year by 2030! House Republicans tried to take away the MPCA’s authority to regulate emissions specifically to stop the Clean Cars Initiative, and Moller voted against efforts to kill the program and prevailed. Thank you, and I’m looking forward to seeing more EVs in our area over the next few years!

Luther Dale Shoreview

PAID LETTER Sina's unscientific views troubling

Candy Sina is running for Minnesota House of Representatives, District 42A. The two flyers she delivered to us in July and August, 2020, demonstrate the uncaring and unscientific attitudes that make her incompetent as a policymaker for Minnesota during these challenging times.

In July, her (undated) blurb “A Rational Perspective on COVID-19,” criticized unspecified “government shutdown orders” by stating (with no reference given) that “there have only been 219 deaths in Minnesota relating to the COVID-19 virus that did not occur in long-term care or assisted living facilities.” In mid-June, when we calculate her figure might have been true, there were also about 1,070 Minnesotans counted by the Minnesota Department of Health who died from COVID-19 and did reside in long-term care or assisted-living facilities.

Is Sina saying those Minnesotans don’t matter?

Today, according to the Minnesota Department of Health, 1,847 have died due to COVID-19, and 6,676 have been hospitalized. Those are the documented statistics that all Minnesotans should care about.

Sina’s August 2020 flyer is even more disturbing.

Her blurb on hydroxychloroquine (“Doctors Share the Key to Defeating COVID-19”) claims that “when this inexpensive oral medication is given very early in the course of illness, before the virus has had time to multiply beyond control, it has shown to be highly effective…” Sina’s single supporting reference for this claim, from Breitbart videos, is misleading and dangerous, and presents no peer-reviewed scientific research documentation.

In fact, in July 2020, the FDA cautioned against use of hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 outside of the hospital setting or a clinical trial due to the risk of scientifically documented heart rhythm problems.

The people of House District 42A need a representative who understands and accurately communicates the appropriate role of science in lifeand-death policy development. Promoting opinion as fact is irresponsible and unscientific. Medical science must involve rigorous community review to distinguish undocumented claims from observable facts, ensuring that medical treatments do more good than harm. Considering the communications that this candidate has distributed, our conclusion is that Candy Sina does not deserve the votes of Minnesotans who live in District 42A. Mary Wandrei and John Schrager Shoreview

PAID LETTER Real policing reform will restore Minnesota’s reputation

The world’s eyes have been on Minnesota since the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer. Minnesota does a lot of things well, but we have some of the worst racial disparities in the country in education, health care, home ownership and the criminal justice system. Recent unrest should be a wake-up call for all us to examine why these disparities exist.

What we need to address immediately is policing reform. We all want to feel safe in our communities, but millions of Americans don’t feel that way— especially African Americans. There were 1,000 people—led by students—who marched in support of justice and reform here in Shoreview and Arden Hills recently. The Minnesota Business Partnership supports policing reform because our disparities are bad for business.

I want to thank our local legislator, Rep. Kelly Moller, for supporting sweeping policing reform legislation this session, some of which she authored. The members of the People of Color and Indigenous Caucus assembled most of these common-sense proposals, none of which included “defunding” the police. Proposals that were passed into law included modification of use-of-force laws, creating a legal duty for officers to intervene in the wrongful use of force by fellow officers, banning choke holds and warrior-style training, and arbitration reform. It was not everything it could have been due to Republican resistance in the Senate, but it was the strongest bill that could be achieved.

Please consider this in November and support Kelly Moller.

Robert Hein Shoreview

PAID LETTER The 1860-1932 test, again

The 2020 election is a test. Has America seen enough? Trump and his Republican enablers must go, for the health of American democracy.

Declaration of Independence: “…whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive... it is

the Right of the People to alter or abolish it, and to institute new Government …”

For some, this will be difficult. Please answer these questions. Why did the mortal enemy of America and Western civilization, Putin, want Trump to win? How does American federal response to COVID-19 compare with other nations?

Has the totality of Trump’s “governance” honored the Constitution (justice, tranquility, promote general welfare)?

The prime quality of presidents is character.

Read Goodwin’s “Leadership in Turbulent Times”: Lincoln, the two Roosevelts, LBJ, Lincoln, FDR and Washington are loved and respected, not just because they saved America but because they demonstrated character.

Trump hasn’t severely damaged America alone.

Republican enablers made it possible. Stuart Stevens, “It Was All A Lie” (2020): Trump is the culmination of 40 years’ Republican misrule. John Dean’s Republican friend (2007): “People should not vote for any Republican, because they’re dangerous, dishonest, and self-serving” (“Broken Government”).

Highly respected Mann-Ornstein duo (2012), “It’s Even Worse Than It Looks:” Republicans documented as “outliers” for misconduct.

Minnesota Republicans demonstrate this. Responding to COVID-19: the top Republican called for a tax cut; recently said the COVID-19 crisis is over; demands Gov. Walz stop using emergency powers 30 other governors and rational international leaders use. The Republican House leader sabotaged a bonding bill creating jobs all over Minnesota for political points.

Compare two eras: 1947-73, inspired by progressive values and governance was the statistical middle-class high point; 1980-2020, inspired by right wing values and governance has led to this crisis. The living standard of average Americans has statistically declined, 1980-2020.

Do the math. South Korea and America reported COVID-19 cases Jan. 26. Korea (50 million) has (Aug. 24) total 17,399 cases and 309 deaths. America (330 million) has (Aug. 25) 5.7 million cases, 177,198 deaths. Other rational nations had similar results.

Their governments cared about people, not reelection, and followed science, not conspiracy.

We’ve needed a Washington, Lincoln, FDR. We’re stuck with an ignorant and incompetent eighth-grade fool whose cruelty is endless. Time for change.

Tom Dolen Shoreview

IRA Charitable Distribution Make a tax-free gift to the Shoreview Community Foundation from an IRA in 2019 Individuals who are age 701/2 or older can make gifts of up to $100,000 directly from their IRA to one or more qualified charities, without paying federal income tax of the withdrawal. This option provides tax savings to donors even if they do not itemize deductions.

Details: • Donors must be age 701/2 or older at the time the gift is made.

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• To qualify for tax-free treatment, donors cannot receive goods or services, or a personal benefit (such as tickets for events) in return for the IRA charitable distribution.

Contact the Shoreview Community Foundation at: www.shoreviewcommunityfoundation.org The Shoreview Community Foundation does not give tax or legal advice.

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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS of Hodgson Road and turned it into property for safekeeping after the owner could not be identified.

The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Shoreview: • A civil dispute regarding the purchase of a used car was reported at 11:20 p.m. Aug. 23 in the 5900 block of Fernwood Street.

• A Brooklyn Park woman on Aug. 23 reported her vehicle broken into while it was parked at Snail Lake Regional Park in the 4100 block of Snail Lake Boulevard. The damage includes a broken door latch and credit cards stolen from a wallet inside a bag left under the back seat of the vehicle.

The cards were used fraudulently at the Roseville Target.

• Residents in the 5900 block of Parkwood Drive reported items taken from their home Aug. 24 and sold by a juvenile member of the household. The case is under investigation.

• A wallet was reported stolen Aug. 24 from a vehicle parked at Snail Lake Regional Park, despite being hidden in a cup holder covered by a face mask. The credit cards were fraudulently used at the Roseville Target.

• A male, 23, and a female, 21, were reported Aug. 24 for domestic assault in the 5900 block of Fernwood Street after a disagreement resulted in both parties spraying pepper spray at each other. Although both parties agreed to separate for the evening, the case has been sent to the city attorney for consideration of formal charges.

$5.57 purchase. A video of the suspect has been reviewed.

• An unidentified male, 28, was arrested at 1:08 a.m.

Aug. 27 in the 4100 block of Lexington Avenue N. for making terroristic threats to a woman, 27. The case has been sent to the city attorney for review of charges.

• Management at River of Life Church in the 4200 block of Hodgson Road on Aug. 27 reported the church vandalized, after finding food items scattered throughout various rooms. Nothing appeared to be stolen.

• A moped was reported stolen overnight Sept. 2-3 from an underground garage in the 100 block of Grass Lake Place, as one of multiple thefts from the garage that night. The vehicle has been entered into the National Crime Information Center database and video evidence has been obtained.

• An unidentified male, 28, was arrested Aug. 29 in the area of Hall Street and Knight Street for disorderly conduct, following a report of suspicious activity. A juvenile female was also arrested for disorderly conduct in the same incident.

• A St. Paul woman, 22, was arrested at 12:55 a.m.

Sept. 4 in the 600 block of Grove Avenue on a felony warrant out of Itasca County. The woman had called for a ride from the area of Hodgson and County Road I and was transported to the Law Enforcement Center instead.

• A cell phone charger, registration papers and a garage fob were reported stolen Aug. 29 from a vehicle parked in an underground garage in the 1000 block of Gramsie Road.

• A set of keys was reported found Sept. 4 on the bike path near County Road I and Hamline Avenue N. A potential owner of the keys was identified by using the LA Fitness tag on the key set. Instructions on how to claim the property were provided.

• A juvenile was arrested Aug. 31 in the 5900 block of Parkwood Drive following a domestic family incident involving a Shoreview man, 57. The case has been referred to the Ramsey County Attorney for review of charges.

• A resident in the 900 block of Monterey Drive on Sept. 1 reported being a victim of fraud after she wrote a $450 check and granted access to her computer in response to a pop-up ad stating a virus had infected the computer. The complainant notified her bank to dispute the check. She also notified three credit reporting agencies and the FBI about the incident.

• A male, 24, was arrested Aug. 25 in the 1500 block of Park Street for stealing four handguns.

The guns were entered into the National Crime Information Center (NICIC) database naming a possible suspect. A Keep Our Police Safe (KOPS) alert was issued. On Sept. 1, the suspect was apprehended in a hotel room by the Maple Grove Police Department.

• A St. Paul man, 56, was arrested Sept. 1 in a parking lot in the 1000 block of Gramsie Road for possessing narcotics, after Ramsey County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a report of a male asleep in the driver's seat of a running car and found the narcotics.

• A resident in the 5900 block of Fernwood Street on Aug. 25 reported returning home to fi nd his garage door open and a television set missing.

• A Lakeville man on Aug. 26 reported his work vehicle stolen from the 3700 block of Rustic Place after he left the vehicle unlocked with the keys, painting equipment and wallet inside. The vehicle's identification number has been entered into the NCIC database.

• A New Brighton man, 45, was arrested Sept. 4 in the 200 block of Lion Lane for DUI after deputies were dispatched out to a call of a possible drunk driver.

• A Shoreview man, 47, reported his 2000 Honda CRV stolen from a parking lot in the 4000 block of Hodgson Road overnight Sept. 4-5. After it had been entered into the NCIC, deputies on patrol recovered the vehicle the next day parked on Saint Marie Street without its catalytic converter or license plates.

• A bicycle was reported stolen Sept. 5 from an underground garage in the 100 block of Grass Lake Place.

• A Falcon Heights woman at 5:35 p.m. Sept.

5 reported a diaper bag containing papers, children's toys, cash and gift cards stolen while her vehicle was parked in the Grass Lake parking lot near Mackubin Street and Gramsie Road while she was on a walk with the kids. The front passenger window was broken in for access. One minute later, a Shoreview woman reported the back window of her hatchback broken in. The second complainant was parked next to the fi rst.

• A resident in the 3500 block of Owasso Street reported the driver side rear tire of his vehicle slashed sometime overnight Sept. 1-2.

• A Princeton woman reported her purse stolen out of Columbia Heights and a credit card used Sept. 2 at the Target Store in the 3800 block of Lexington Avenue N. to make an unauthorized

• Deputies on Aug. 26 discovered an iPad left on a park bench at Sitzer Park in the 4300 block

• Speedway employees in the 5900 block of Rice Creek Parkway on Sept. 2 reported two cartons of cigarettes stolen from the counter as the clerk was distracted by the thief.

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Shoreview needs judges to staff local polling places for the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Judges open and close the polling place, help registered voters check in, register new voters, distribute ballots and assist voters as needed. Shifts run 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 2 p.m. to close (approximately 9 p.m.), or 6 a.m. to close. Head judges are paid $12.50/hour, and election judges $10.50/ hour. All judges must complete a two-hour training either in person or online. For more information, including a link to the application, visit shoreviewmn. gov/government/voting-and-elections/election-judges

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Moller hosts 'Spokes and Votes' campaign event

State Rep. Kelly Moller (DFL-Shoreview) will visit neighborhoods this campaign season in an unconventional way — by bike. On the remaining Saturdays in September (Sept. 19 and 26), Moller will take to a land route with “Spokes and Votes for Kelly.” She and her volunteers will gather at local parks and cycle together through local neighborhoods. Neighbors are invited either to bike with the group, or to chat with Moller after the ride about questions or concerns. All events will begin at 10 a.m. at a park in the city where the event is being held that Saturday. The event will begin with a bike ride around/near the park. Everyone will gather at the park after the bike ride for refreshments and to chat with Kelly. Participants must bring their own bike. Social distancing guidelines will be followed and masks will be required. For exact locations, check the events tab at votekellymoller.com or email vols4kelly@gmail.com.

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Shoreview Community Foundation cancels 2020 Evening with Friends

Friends in-person, the foundation hopes community members will consider making a fi nancial contribution not only to continue to enrich the life of Shoreview, but also to help meet the extra challenges faced by community members during the pandemic. Please donate today by going to shoreviewcommunityfoundation. org, or by sending your check to the Shoreview Community Foundation c/o Carol Brown Mills, 5845 St. Albans Court, Shoreview, MN 55126. It is the foundation's sincere hope to be able to welcome donors back to an Evening with Friends in 2021.

Due to the public health restrictions during COVID-19 on large indoor gatherings, the Shoreview Community Foundation regrets to announce that the 2020 Evening With Friends scheduled for Nov. 10 at the Community Center has been canceled. The annual event is the main fundraiser for the foundation, supporting the grants awarded every year to “maintain, enhance and enrich the quality of life in Shoreview by connecting the generosity of people with the evolving needs of the community.�

This year, the Shoreview Community Foundation provided grants totaling $ 32,800, a record high. Those grants funded the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf, Northeast Youth and Family Services, Shoreview Park and Recreation, Shoreview YMCA and, in response to COVID-19, the Suburban Ramsey Family Collaborative. Additionally, the SCF has taken a lead role with the Suburban Ramsey COVID-19 Response Fund, a group of nonprofits, service organizations and local foundations that seek and provide emergency funding for local needs. Addressing housing instability and food insecurity caused by the pandemic for our impacted neighbors has been the priority of this campaign.

Even though it cannot hold an Evening With

As school districts offer various in-person and distance learning models, 19 area YMCAs, including the Mounds View facility, will offer programming during school hours to provide children a space where they can attend virtual classes while supervised by Y staff.

The Mounds View YMCA is offering flexible and enriching programs for youth, while also providing essential child care to those parents who need to return to work. The Y works with each family based on their school district’s distance or in-person/distance learning model to ensure their children have consistent and convenient care to help kids stay connected, engaged and on track throughout

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Mounds View Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday October 7, 2020 at 7:00 PM to UHYLHZ WKH &RPSUHKHQVLYH 3ODQ 3ODQ 7KH 3ODQ LV XVHG E\ RIĂ€FLDOV DV a 20-year guide in making decisions which affect land use, housing, parks, transportation, water resources, and related topics. The Plan is updated every ten years. Public comments heard at this Hearing will be forwarded to the City Council for their consideration, prior to submitting the draft plan to the Metropolitan Council for its review. The plan may be found at: https://cms6. revize.com/revize/moundsview/Government/Commissions/Planning%20 Commission/Draft%20Plan%202019-04-17.pdf Due to Mayoral Declaration No. 2020-1, regarding a Declaration of a Local Emergency, this Public Hearing will be conducted remotely via internet, and audio connections. A Call-in phone number, and internet video link will be published on the October 7, 2020 Planning Commission Agenda, at https:// www.moundsviewmn.org/government/commissions/planning_commission/ agendas_and_minutes.php . Comments and questions may be directed to Jon Sevald, (763) 717-4022, jon.sevald@moundsviewmn.org or 2401 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View, MN 55112, and will be provided to the Planning Commission.

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Mounds View City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, September 28, 2020 6:30 p.m. to consider a duck/ chicken keeping license request from Laura Wake Wiesner for the property located at 8250 Knollwood Drive.

The property is legally known as: /27 2) $8',725¡6 68%',9,6,21 12 68%- 72 5' 7+( FOL; EX W 218 FT; N 80 FT OF S 127 FT OF LOT 35 Anyone wanting to comment on this matter may call, submit a letter, or send an email to City Administrator Nyle Zikmund. City staff will forward the comments to the City Council.

Phone: (763) 717-4001 Email: nyle.zikmund@moundsviewmn.org Mail: 2401 Mounds View Blvd., Mounds View, MN 55112 All City Council and Commission meetings are occurring via Zoom. To participate in a live meeting, you will need to log on via a computer, smart phone or other smart device using the link that is posted on our meeting DJHQGD ZKLFK FDQ EH IRXQG RQ WKH &LW\ RI 0RXQGV 9LHZ¡V ZHE SDJH WKH Friday before the meeting. If you do not have a smart device or just want to participate via calling, a number to do that is also provided.

The City is mailing this notice to all property owners within 350 feet of the subject property.

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Outside of distance learning, the Y will also provide arts and STEM activities, physical activity and outdoor education.

Financial assistance is available to ensure every child and teen has the opportunity to learn and grow at the Y. In order to help keep children and staff healthy and safe throughout the school year, the YMCA follows state and local requirements and guidance of medical experts in its day-today operations including: • Daily health screenings for children and staff • Reduced capacity in group activities • Staggered mealtimes to reduce crowds • Snack time served in “podsâ€? • Cleaning, handwashing and social distancing protocols that meet Department of Health standards For more information and to sign up for the Y’s virtual learning program, visit ymcanorth. org/schoolagecare or contact customer service online at ymcamnorth.org/contact_us.

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Written comments can be directed to Patrick Hughes by email at phughes@ricecreek.org or by mail at the above address. All comments received by end of business on October 9, 2020, will be a part of the public record and given due consideration by the District.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §13D.021, the public hearing will be convened remotely by video-teleconference. Members of the public interested in presenting comments or attending by video conference are asked to contact Theresa Stasica at 763-398-3070 or by email (preferred) at tstasica@ricecreek.org, by 4:30 p.m. September 22, 2020. To participate in or attend the hearing by telephone only, simply call 1-321-430-3061, conference ID: 545 846 700# at the scheduled time.

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VOTERS’ GUIDE 2020 SENATE DISTRICT 42 (ELECT 1) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the state?

If elected, how will you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the Senate do to help the state prosper?

How does the amount of state taxes paid by the district compare to the amount of aid it receives back?

Jason Isaacson (DFL, incumbent)

· Strong public education system · Health care for all Minnesotans. · Supporting a strong economy

Transparency and an open dialogue with constituents is essential to good governance.

My office seeks out the feedback of constituents in a variety of ways. Regular e-updates, Town hall meetings, Zoom meetups, constituents meetings in the district, and many phone calls/emails from constituents.

Set a responsible budget that reflects the values Minnesotans share. Making sure the state government is being of service to the common good. Helping citizens navigate the state government and mediate any issues that arise. Put forth policies that both protect the rights and freedoms of all its citizens and foster a good economic climate for our state.

This is a moving target as taxes and expenditures vary from year to year. My job is to ensure that Senate District 42 and its communities are being provided all the services and financial support the is required from the state.

· Leadership: We need to end the partisan bickering, gridlock, government shutdowns, and expensive and unnecessary special sessions. · Education: We need to formulate a plan for a safe and responsible reopening of our schools. In-person contact is extremely important for our kids’ social, emotional, and academic development. · Public Safety: I support a common-sense approach to law enforcement: the primary responsibility of government is to ensure the safety of all its citizens. We cannot live in a society that looks the other way when riots break out, property is destroyed and government officials lack the courage to lead.

The government’s duty is also to respect the individual rights of each and every Minnesotan.

Gaining trust is important for all communities. I will advocate for further education of incarcerated individuals. Also, it is our moral duty to assess and compassionately provide people with mental health resources.

Constituent input is extremely important to me.

I will never claim to be an expert on all topics. I will have an open-door policy regardless of their political ideology or background. As a union representative, I am known to solicit input from as many teachers as possible in order to make the most informed decision possible.

I will do this as a state senator too and will conduct a constituent survey of our district for input.

Currently, government tells our teachers how to teach, our business owners how to run their business, and families how to raise their kids. Instead, we need to change this mindset of control to support. As any teacher knows, in their classroom, one-size does not fit all. This also needs to be the philosophy of our much larger state government.

Our district is treated in an extremely unfair manner. We pay in a very high amount of per-capita sales and income taxes compared to what we receive back. Our schools get back below average per-pupil funding and our cities do not get the attention as those in the rest of the state of Minnesota.

HOUSE DISTRICT 42A (ELECT 1) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the state?

If elected, how will you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the House of Representatives do to help the state prosper?

How does the amount of state taxes paid by the district compare to the amount of aid it receives back?

Kelly Moller (DFL, incumbent)

• Affordable and accessible health care: As your legislator, I helped to pass legislation to reduce prescription drug costs and provide insulin; we need to further reduce drug costs and expand access to other lifesaving medication along with more affordable, quality health care.

• Public education: We need to ensure schools have the resources required to meet the needs of all children, including those with disabilities. We also need to do more to address the mental health needs of our students, which were on the rise even before the pandemic.

• Gun violence prevention: It’s past time to enact commonsense gun violence prevention measures, such as universal background checks and red flag laws.

Before the arrival of COVID-19, I really enjoyed holding monthly “chats with Kelly” that included dozens of constituents at a time sharing their thoughts and concerns. I also hosted multiple town halls and community forums on the climate crisis and criminal justice system reform. My regular e-mail newsletter from the Capitol asks for community input, and I received thousands of responses from that as well as regular constituent feedback.

I read and listen to all of it.

This input makes public policy very personal to me, and I really appreciate it. Ideas that constituents brought to me led me to introduce bills that were successfully signed into law.

Containing the coronavirus will be critical in the short term, and I support the governor’s sciencebased approach. In the long term, there are several barriers to recovery and future prosperity.

I support 1) affordable, quality childcare to increase labor force participation; 2) career and technical education and affordable college tuition; 3) partnering businesses with schools and universities to match skills with future job needs; 4) supporting students from pre-K through high school in order to reduce racial disparities and help all students reach their full potential; 5) more affordable housing and transit to attract workers and allow people to live in the communities where they work; and 6) supporting quality home health care services for seniors to increase access to care, allow seniors to age in place, and prevent the need for more expensive care settings.

I would argue that we should not pit different parts of the state against each other.

We are One Minnesota. We cannot prosper in our local communities if we don’t maintain the vitality of our main economic engine—the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro region—as well as rural communities that support our food supply, manufacturing, and recreational opportunities.

Minnesotans care about each other, and for all of us to succeed, we need to work collectively for solutions that create opportunities in every corner of the state.

Affordable health care for all Minnesotans, safety and security for all Minnesotans and the education achievement gap among minorities

I have started “Candy’s Report” newsletter that is published bi-monthly.

Cut regulations and taxes and promote more opportunities for entrepreneurs.

Once elected, I would have the ability to search this out.

Age: 49 City: Shoreview Occupation: Educator Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: · Getting out the vote and supporting the Mounds View School Referendum. · Engaging in constituent work · Volunteering to advise and be on the board of non-profits

Ben Schwanke (R) Age: 30 City: Arden Hills Occupation: Middle School Math Teacher Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: · Shoreview Human Rights Commissioner · Education Minnesota Governing Board Members · Roseville High School Football Coach

Age: 47 City: Shoreview Occupation: State Representative and Assistant Hennepin County Attorney Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: • Prosecutor and victims’ rights advocate for 20 years • Served on the City of Shoreview’s Public Safety Committee • Community volunteer in youth sports, church, and Mounds View Public Schools

Candy Sina (R) Age: 70 City: Shoreview Occupation: Retired Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: Fellow of Minnesota Excellence in Public Service, Past President and Vice President of North Metro Republican Women, City Leader for Christians United for Israel, and Grass Roots campaign involvement for over 30 years.

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HOUSE DISTRICT 42B (ELECT 1) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the state?

If elected, how will you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the House of Representatives do to help the state prosper?

How does the amount of state taxes paid by the district compare to the amount of aid it receives back?

Jamie Becker-Finn (DFL, incumbent)

My top priority right now is making smart decisions to address the budget deficit in 2021 by making sure working people, seniors and middle class families are not disproportionately carrying the burden of balancing the budget.

Second, building safer and healthier communities for everyone, with access to affordable healthcare and prescription drugs, and improvements to our public safety systems.

Third, supporting Minnesota kids and families by investing in schools, and addressing hunger, housing and childcare needs.

I will continue actively engaging with constituents via phone, email and regular legislative updates, as well as holding public events and town hall meetings. Hearing directly from residents of our district helps me to make better decisions and allows me to stay connected to what people are concerned about. When it is safer to do so, I will return to knocking on doors and having individual conversations in person. I also pride myself on being honest with residents and not being afraid to take on the tough issues, even when people disagree.

First, we could pass a bonding bill while the rates are still favorable in order to invest in our infrastructure needs. This would simultaneously provide jobs during a critical point economically.

Second, we can make changes to our state tax system to make it more fair for regular Minnesotans. Despite all the distractions at the national level, the reality is that some continue to grow wealthier while many working families and seniors struggle to get by. The choices we make in our state tax policy can get things moving in a better direction.

The honest answer is that it depends. The five cities across District 42B are all unique, with some receiving local government aid and others not. We also have a relatively diverse economy, with various industries, retail and non-profit organizations operating within our boundaries. More recently, all of the cities in the district also received significant amounts of aid related to the impacts of COVID 19. We can of course do better, for instance by making sure Ramsey County is receiving its fair share of resources from the state to provide for residents, which in turn impacts the need to keep property taxes in check.

RAMSEY COUNTY COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 1 (ELECT 1) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the county?

If elected, how will you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the County Board do in the next five years to help the county prosper?

How well is this part of the county represented on the County Board?

Nicole Joy Frethem (incumbent)

• Continue to work in collaboration with cities, school districts, and Ramsey County staff to address the public health crisis of COVID-19 and the economic recovery efforts. We must establish science-based protocols to keep our at-risk residents safe while balancing the other needs of our community.

• Work in partnership with our transforming systems together community partners to rebuild our systems and structures in a way that provides equitable outcomes for everyone in our community. Racism is a public health crisis and we must move forward together with the communities most impacted to ensure we are moving towards the Ramsey County vision of a vibrant community where all are valued and thrive.

• Invest in efforts to build for an environmentally responsible future to address the immediate impacts of climate change in our communities like flooding issues and long-term infrastructure improvements.

I started my term by establishing monthly office hours across the district at various times to provide a forum for in person conversations in community. When COVID hit, I transitioned to weekly open Zoom office hours to make myself available to the community. Further, although I haven’t led a classroom in a few years, I remain an educator at heart. I truly believe in the transformative power of knowledge and the need to establish mutual understanding before moving forward together. Earlier this year I organized a community conversation on water and flooding problems, and we hope to hold another open Q&A this fall on the same topic to continue moving forward on community-driven solutions on this issue.

We must rebuild from the economic crisis stronger and inclusively. To proposer, we must invest in housing. Affordable housing production is not keeping pace with the County’s current and future needs. Without adequate housing stock, the economic health and competitiveness of our entire community is impaired. Without safe and stable housing, families struggle to access education, jobs, and healthcare necessary for success; employers don’t have a skilled, prepared workforce and customer base to grow their businesses; and communities lack the foundation for comprehensive public safety. We must work with our cities and towns, in addition to the state and community partners, to develop new tools and pathways to develop housing affordability beyond existing models. We must provide affordability for different family sizes and full lifecycle housing. Our seniors must have options to live in dignity and young people must have options to build wealth as their families begin to grow.

I hope that in my first year I have effectively raised the profile of the northern Ramsey County suburbs and elevated the issues that are important to my neighbors. District 1 is the largest geographic district and over half of our cities and towns in Ramsey County are located in District 1. There remains additional work to do to build relationships with leaders across the district and my (virtual) door remains open to those who want their voice heard. Though I know we may not always agree, I have had many good conversations and appreciate hearing from everyone and working to solve problems together.

Age: 37 City: Roseville Occupation: Attorney Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: State Representative (2016-current) Member, Outdoor Heritage Council (2019-current) Commissioner, City of Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission (prior to election to office)

Sue Finney (R) Candidate did not provide a response to the candidate questionnaire.

Age: 37 City: Shoreview Occupation: Ramsey County Commissioner, previously Supervisor, Department of Human Services Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: Ramsey County Commissioner, Chair of the Health and Wellness Service Team Committee of the Whole, Board member Community Action Partnership – Ramsey/Washington County

Dennis Dunnigan Candidate did not provide a response to the candidate questionnaire.

Vote by mail Voting by mail is safe, easy and convenient. All voters can vote early in Minnesota. You do not need to provide a reason to vote by mail. You can request your ballot now for the general election.

First, register to vote or check your registration status on the Minnesota Secretary of State website at sos.state. mn.us/elections-voting/register-to-vote.

To request an absentee ballot, click on the “elections and voting” section on the secretary of state website and then click on “other ways to vote” and then “vote by mail.”

You will then need to apply for an absentee ballot by filling out an application online or downloading an application and mailing it in to your county election office by mail, fax or email.

You can apply for a ballot any time during the year, except the day of the election. Leave time for election officials to mail your ballot. Your returned ballot must be postmarked on or before Election Day (Nov. 3) and received by your county within the next seven calendar days (Nov. 10).

If you apply before absentee voting begins, your ballot will be mailed to you 46 days prior to the election. If you apply within 46 days of the election, you may track when your application is processed and ballot is mailed by visiting the secretary of state website and searching “what is the status of my absentee or mail ballot?”

Due to high volume there may be a slight delay in processing absentee requests.

Ramsey County Visit ramseycounty.us/VoteByMail for more information, email elections@ramseycounty.us or call 651-266-2171.

If you prefer to submit a paper absentee ballot application, you can: • Mail it to PO Box 64098, Saint Paul, MN 55164 • Email it to elections@ramseycounty.us • Fax it to 651-266-2177 • Deliver it in person to the Plato Building, 90 Plato Blvd. West Saint Paul, MN 55107 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Will my absentee ballot count?

Your absentee ballot will count as long as you return your ballot on time and fill out the forms correctly.

Who can witness my ballot?

Your signature envelope might have a box for a witness to complete and sign. Due to COVID-19, there is no witness requirement for registered voters for the Nov. 3 State General Election. Non-registered voters will still need a witness, to indicate their proof of residence. The witness can be either a registered Minnesota voter or a notary. Your witness must sign the signature envelope and list their address. Notaries should write their name and title, sign the signature envelope, and affix their notary stamp.

What happens after I return my ballot?

Local election officials must check that you and your witness filled out the signature envelope correctly. If you did not fill out the signature envelope correctly, election officials will mail you replacement materials, including an explanation for why your signature envelope was rejected. Or, if there are fewer than five days before Election Day, election officials will try to contact you. In this case, you can vote in person at your local election office or at your polling place on Election Day. If I have already requested an absentee ballot, can I change my mind and vote in the polling place?

As long as your absentee ballot hasn’t been counted by your election officials, you may still cast a ballot in person by voting in your polling place on Election Day or at your local early voting location. You can track the status of your absentee ballot to see when it is sent to you and when it is received by election officials. After voting in person, the unique ballot ID number on your original absentee ballot will be invalidated, so that if it is returned to the election office the officials will not count it. If you plan on voting in person, please do not bring your absentee ballot with you. Your election official will provide you with a new ballot to complete that day.

If you have received an absentee ballot but are unsure if it will arrive at your election office in time to be counted, you may also consider contacting your local election official to see what options you have for locations and times to drop off your absentee ballot.

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MOUNDS VIEW MAYOR (ELECT 1) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Carol A. Mueller (incumbent)

• Public health and safety is always my top priority. I support continued investment in Northeast Youth and Family Services for mental health intervention and support. In addition, I believe connectivity for all residents is essential and should be as accessible as gas and electric utilities.

Everyone benefits with online access to health care, education opportunities, emergency alerts and other quality of life services.

• With economic stress and repercussions from COVID-19, I believe we can retain the levy cap in our city charter and stillfulfill our essential services commitments to our residents and businesses.

• I support further improvements at City Hall Park, including Veteran’s Memorial and 35W Bridge Collapse Tribute to those that lost their lives or were injured. I would love a dog park in our city and environmental cleanup and improvements to the trail between Greenfield Park and Quincy Street.

It is vital to remain open and accessible by phone, text and email to any resident and business in our city. We have public comment at the beginning of every City Council meeting and frequently hold public hearings. Our City Commission members are advisory groups to the Council.

We use surveys and establish task forces of resident volunteers to gather a broad spectrum of perspectives and ideas. Mounds View Matters publications and social media sites help expand community engagement. With the exception of 2020, we hold an annual town hall meeting each spring with participation by all city departments. Our website definitely needs improvement and the loss of our city newspaper coverage has really hurt our ability to get information out to the community.

We have very few streets left for reconstruction and adopted and budgeted a Street Maintenance Plan for all our streets. We are halfway through planned upgrades and improvements to our water and sewer Infrastructure. Adoption of the citywide HOPP program should reduce inflow and infiltration in the sewer lines, resulting in cleaner groundwater and lower sewer treatment payments to Metropolitan Council.

Mounds View has achieved LMC Green Step Cities Levels 1 and 2. With solar and other sustainable energy upgrades made to our city buildings and construction of our energy efficient Public Works Facility, we are close to earning Level 3. Coupled with energy cost savings, purchase and upgrades of smart technology and software programs for city departments can improve service efficiency.

Residential wind turbines and hybrid/electric vehicles and charging stations, as well as improved mass transit options, could reduce energy costs.

Vehicles speeding and running stop signs on our city streets are by far the biggest concerns I hear in the community.

Most, but not all, is commuter traffic. As responsible residents, we need to set a law abiding example ourselves in our neighborhoods, keeping safe roadways and paths for our kids and cyclists.

I continue to work with Public Works and MVPD to add additional speed limit signs on residential streets. I support investment in stationary and portable solar-powered, flashing speed limit signs that show the speed of oncoming vehicles.

I have requested more officer patrol time and setting up speed traps and use of other tools on our streets to cut down on speeding and crimes of opportunity.

It is my hope that our judicial system will enforce larger fines and loss of driver license points/ privileges for frequent offenders.

• First off is making sure that we remain fiscally responsible without diminishing city services.

• Attracting new businesses to our city and holding on to the existing ones.

• Getting our residents more involved with the city through volunteer opportunities and open discussions.

I would like to start having round table discussions open to the residents. The first one would be how we embrace the cultural diversity in our community. We also need to have talks about racial disparity and how we repair the wonderful relationship our Police Department has with our community.

Looking into the next five years we need to get fiber optics to help out our businesses and residents. We will have to keep up with maintaining and upgrading our infrastructures.

We need to take a hard look at our five-year financial plan and keep it on track. We need to work on making Mounds View Boulevard a destination for new businesses.

If I could change one thing in our community is creating more amenities and attract more businesses to make people want to stay or move into Mounds View.

MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Gary Meelhause (incumbent)

• Maintain the city’s financial stability and continue to invest in its water, streets, parks and trailways infrastructures and maintain adequate fund balances so the city is always positioned financially for a “rainy day” situation (e.g. COVID-19) • Support the Mounds View Police Department’s community outreach efforts from a budget standpoint, attend outreach events and volunteer with the Mounds View Police Foundation.

• Increase overall community involvement in city events, volunteering and government participation. We need to foster opportunities that encourage residents to take a proactive role in maintaining and improving the quality of life while embracing the community’s diversity.

The council, as a whole, would hold public hearings where the residents could provide their input. As an individual council member, I would seek opportunities to gain resident input through phone, e-mail, or public conversations. I would try to communicate with resident groups that exist within the city and meet on a regular schedule.

The City Council needs to continue making investments in the City’s street, water and park infrastructures that play a key role in Mounds View being a thriving, family-oriented community where people want to live. The Mounds View School District and its excellent educational reputation is an important asset for the city and is one of the main reasons why young families want to live in Mounds View. The City Council’s interaction with the school district is obviously limited, but we need to continue to be supportive when and where we can. We also need to continue to look for and support development and redevelopment opportunities that will continue to provide both job and housing opportunities for the residents while increasing the city’s tax base.

Have a more involved citizenry in all aspects of the city – local government participation, volunteering and city event participation.

Age: 66 Occupation: Retired from Target Finance Division after 35 years The three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: I am seeking a third, two-year term as mayor after 10 years of service on the City Council. I chair the Ramsey County Dispatch Policy Committee and serve on the Ramsey County League of Local Governments 2020 Collaborative Work Task Force.

After serving on the League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors from 2013-2016, I became a member of Minnesota Mayors Association in 2017 and was elected to the Executive Board in May 2020.

I have been President of Minnesota Women in City Government since 2018 and served on the MWCG Board of Directors since 2012.

Sherry Gunn Age: 69 Occupation: I am retired from the Mounds View School District as a Special Education Paraprofessional and work part time as a supervisor at CVS. Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: I am currently a City Council member and have been for about 14 years. I have also served on the Park, Recreation and Forestry Commision and the Planning Commision.

Age: 68 Occupation: Retired; worked at Deluxe Corporation as a Principal Project Manager for 36 and ½ years Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: Mounds View City Council member since 2013, Mounds View Lions Club member, and Northeast Youth & Family Services (NYFS) Board of Directors

Murwo Mohamed Age: 37 Occupation: Student Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: Supporting the LGBT community, immigrants and the Black Lives Matter movement

Gary Rundle Candidatedid not provide a response to the candidate questionnaire.

Connor Brackeen Candidate did not provide a response to the candidate questionnaire.

Clean water, affordable housing and the safety of the community

If I could change one thing about my beautiful city, it would be safety. The city is not stable anymore. Crime activity is increasing. I will create a neighborhood watch group of people who would like to volunteer at night and see what’s happening in our city, and work together to make relationships with neighbors and keep the community safe.

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MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Theresa Cermak

I only have two: Keep taxes on an even keel Make sure that residents' voices are being heard

I would always ask for public feedback before making major decisions.

Try to keep developing the Mounds View Business Corridor.

Retail – I would love to spend the money I make working in the city at retail in the city.

NORTH OAKS MAYOR QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City If you could change Council do in the next one thing about the five years to help the city city, what would it be? prosper?

Kara Ries

Conservation and preservation of natural resources is a top priority. Crucial in protecting the long-term health and beauty of our environment is improving water quality, responsible development, and making sure we honor the quality of the environment over higher densities. I strongly value thoroughly researched impacts as a part of urban planning to avoid the burden of preventable issues in the coming decades.

To maintain the ecological quality and recreation space for all residents—from children to seniors—the privacy of North Oaks must remain protected. Public safety through effective and character-based policing that is reflective of our community’s values is a priority. The unique nature of North Oaks presents unique opportunities for North Oaks to be a leader in this area.

To accomplish these priorities, impeccable communication and open dialogue between the city and its residents is a must. Respect, civility and dignity must be present in all interactions.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to be an informed participant. I will make information easily available to promote thoughtful contribution— including prompt access to agendas and documentation, and encouraging public participation.

I will invite the public to participate in discussions of all issues as well as solicit resident input and feedback through focus groups. There is immense opportunity if we can engage those of us that have relevant and key knowledge or passion for special issues. I will have office hours at the City Office, allowing direct access to me and dedicated time for open communication with residents.

As an officer of the court, I feel especially called to keep citizen comments at the beginning of meetings without content stipulations limiting the constitutional right to free speech as well as provide possible agenda consideration.

Townhall meetings will be held for major or controversial issues.

First, we must foster an environment of respectful priority-driven problem solving to create the kind of stability where our government can function effectively. This starts with the city’s leadership, clear prioritization based on needs and values, as well as strategic long-term planning.

Issues should be wellresearched and focused on our community’s best interests that preserves the vision and character of our community.

An emphasis needs to be placed on working with experts, residents, neighboring cities, and NOHOA to anticipate needs and collaborate on responsible planning, policies, and development. This will enable North Oaks to address issues before they happen, instead of reacting to problems as they arise (which is costly).

Each spending decision needs to reflect the values of our community. Quality over quantity should be a priority and key to this is fiscal responsibility and reinvesting in the community.

I am committed to creating a positive environment starting with leading by example, including expectations that the conduct of the council, the city, and its appointed officers is reflective of the code of conduct (with some notable improvements). I want to emphasize respectful interaction with residents. As mayor, residents will be able to share their valued opinions and will be encouraged to participate in the discussion. Leadership should be collaborative and inclusive, seeking common ground and common goals for our community. In order to do so, civility needs to be present from the top down, starting with me.

Our community is made up of people with different skillsets and various backgrounds; our people are a tremendous asset, and I will welcome every resident’s positive contribution to the future of North Oaks.

• The City Council needs to interact respectfully, professionally, transparently and with civility. Council members must be able to engage in healthy debate in a positive environment. The public needs to feel welcome and that the council as approachable, and that their comments are accepted with respect and will be thoughtfully considered. City policy needs to change to allow public comment on any topic, regardless of whether the topic is on the agenda.

• The development of remaining parcels requires responsible attention by city officials to ensure compliance with existing development agreements, compliance with laws for the protection of our natural resources, and the orderly completion of the projects.

• The city needs reasonable ordinances in place to ensure the housing stock retains value and the community remains a desirable place to live. These goals include a reasonable housing maintenance code.

Importantly, I would work to change the public comment section of city council meetings to welcome and allow citizens to comment on any topic, including those topics on the agenda. We need convey to the public that we want their comments, we value their opinions, and that they feel welcome. Also, the city currently uses a polling company to gather data concerning public opinion. I would capitalize on this tool to learn about citizen concerns and opinions.

The city should work towards completion of the remaining developable properties in the community consistent with the existing development agreement. It is also of great importance to develop, enact and implement a reasonable housing maintenance ordinance.

And the city council must operate in a respectful and transparent manner.

It is time for the council to chart a new course of civility and respect, collaboration, and transparency.

Age: 64 Occupation: Swing Manager, McDonald's of Mounds View Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: VP of Mounds View Police Foundation On the Festival in Park committee for 26 years Citizen of the Year 2014

Age: (no answer) Occupation: Patent Attorney Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: I’ve served as North Oaks City Council member (two years) and as Planning Commissioner (four years). In both, roles I’ve made community participation a priority by welcoming constituent involvement and incorporating various perspectives into my decision making. As an extension of my time on the council, I’ve volunteered on the Lake Johanna Fire Board (sp. long-term strategic planning, securing investments in training/modern equipment and improving the quality and efficiency of emergency response to all the growing member cities), acted as liaison to our Natural Resources Commission, and acted as liaison to VLAWMO. I’m President of the North Suburban Cable Commission and Access Corporation, an organization that makes public meetings and community events accessible to the community.

I work as a pro-bono attorney with Ramsey County Courts helping those facing possible eviction. I volunteered as a board member for non-profit organizations providing pro bono legal counsel.

Mark R. Azman Age: 53 Occupation: Attorney Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: Current Member and Chair, North Oaks Planning Commission; Twoterm Director, North Oaks Homeowners’ Association (four years as President) (20092015)

Alex Legeros Candidate did not provide a response to the candidate questionnaire.

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NORTH OAKS CITY COUNCIL (SPECIAL ELECTION, ELECT 1) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

If elected I would vote to remove the current rule that prohibits residents from addressing the council on an item that is on the current council meeting agenda. Common sense would suggest that the best time for citizens to weigh in on an issue is at the meeting where the item is being discussed. We represent and work for the residents of North Oaks. Their concerns and input are a key component in gathering information to make good decisions that reflect the interests of our community.

In some cases, it makes sense to solicit input from experts outside of the community.

One of the biggest opportunities for improvement would be to bring our community together through inclusive and respectful leadership. As a parent, business owner, CEO and volunteer, I’ve learned that by listening and valuing diverse perspectives, we achieve the best results.

Second, we should commit to prioritizing the safety and security of our community while respecting resident privacy. The private nature of North Oaks is critical to maintaining public safety as well as protecting our natural environment which plays a critical role in not only the wellbeing of our unique community but also our large ecological landscape.

Third, we need to serve current and future residents by ensuring compliant development that prioritizes the interests of our residents as well as the protection of wetlands, woodlands, and wildlife to enable us to thoughtfully manage our unique ecology.

My priorities echo much of what I have heard from my fellow citizens – safety, security, privacy, conservation and responsible development.

My number one priority is to return civility and genuine communication back to our governance. It is clear from the frustrations of citizens over the last several years that this civility and respect has been lacking. As your representative, I promise to not only uphold the unique vision of North Oaks, but to listen respectfully, openly and frequently to your concerns and needs. I sincerely hope you will vote for me for City Council in this upcoming election.

I will prioritize my focus on the responsible growth and development of North Oaks, ensuring that any development fits the city’s long-term strategy while preserving the natural landscape and the values of its residents. I’ll also prioritize the city’s public safety initiatives by continuing to engage with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s office to maintain a clear vision and expectations, as well as educating the community on how all residents can contribute in keeping our neighborhoods safe. Finally, I’ll work to improve the collaboration between the city and the North Oaks Home Owners’ Association (NOHOA) to ensure an efficient partnership of the city’s shared public services.

A common characteristic of all great cities is that they listen to their constituents. As a city council member, I plan to make listening to the community a top priority. This begins with ensuring the city is transparent and active in communicating its actions with the community, whether it be through open meetings and conversations, or ongoing electronic notifications.

The city needs to make its residents aware of the topics and give the public time to provide its feedback. As a resident of the East Oaks development (in the Rapp Farm neighborhood), I understand the need for the voices of all North Oaks neighborhoods to be heard, and I’ll make a commitment to being available to all residents to make the best decisions for the overall city.

North Oaks is at an important time as it looks to finalize the remaining phases of the East Oaks development within the next few years. It will be critical that the City Council, and all stakeholders, remain diligent that upcoming developments continue to be in line with the agreement and the city’s vision for the future. As such, the council must assess whether any developments meet the current needs of the city and be prepared to make improvements that align with today’s demands and North Oaks values. To ensure its success, the City Council must continue to listen to feedback from its residents and implement a development and redevelopment strategy that focuses on increasing property values for all its residents and continues to attract new families to the community.

North Oaks is uniquely organized with the city and the North Oaks Home Owners’ Association sharing the responsibilities of public services. While granting certain responsibilities to NOHOA gives us a unique advantage to control our vision and retain our privacy, it can also lead to inefficient operations and uncertainty of ownership. My goal will be to improve how the city and NOHOA work together on city initiatives to increase the speed and effectiveness in how they operate. These improvements will support the sustainability of our city’s infrastructure, its beautiful natural landscape and its quiet and private neighborhoods. Improving how the two entities work together on common interests for the city will allow us to make it clear to residents how our tax dollars and association dues are spent and find new ways to apply those funds to enhance our beautiful community.

• The Trail and Park system makes the city truly unique and I would continue to support proper maintenance and improvements for the trails, lake and parks, • I would continue to keep the North Oak's budget balanced.

• One of my top priorities is to support children's education outside of the school system by developing a meaningful early childhood education program and enriching community events/ activities.

I would attend community events and activities so that I could engage with the public and hear their concerns.

For major decisions I would work with the council to hold public hearings.

Organize and work with existing community events to get more residents involved so that they have a better sense of belonging.

Develop more programs or activities for early childhood education to set a good foundation for our children.

I would continue to work on noise reduction from Highway 96.

Jim Hara Age: 63 Occupation: Commercial Real Estate Managing Partner Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: Current Commissioner on the North Oaks Planning Commission Former Board Member of North Suburban Youth Football League Former Board Member of North Suburban Parochial School League

Nick Sandell Age: 37 Occupation: U.S. Bank – Global Corporate Trust, Vice President and Manager Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: I am currently a North Oaks Planning Commissioner and have worked on many city development issues, including the Comprehensive Plan and the recent development proposals associated with the North Oaks “East Oaks Planned Unit Development Agreement”. Prior to moving to North Oaks, I served on the Planning Commission for the City of Little Canada – acting as vice chair in my final year – where I worked on many residential and commercial development initiatives, as well as the Little Canada Comprehensive Plan.

Jason Triemert Age: 42 Occupation: Engineer Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: In my early adulthood I spent many years working at the Minnesota Orchestra and volunteered during their summer season. I've also volunteered at local events such as Rise against Hunger.

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NORTH OAKS CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Rich Dujmovic

• Reverse the policy which disallows citizens from speaking on topics on the City Council agenda; the government serves the citizens. Make it clear that the City Council welcomes all perspectives and wants to maximize engagement with all North Oaks residents. Establish a council culture built on respect and civility.

• Fair, comprehensive review of development proposals founded on the governing documents of the PDA, its amendments, the Comprehensive Plan and the Environmental Assessment Worksheet. Our predecessors worked hard to secure the future of this community and codified the foundational principles of that future in these powerful and comprehensive documents.

Complying with them is our responsibility to those who went before us.

• Respectful and collaborative engagement with other North Oaks stakeholders, the NOHOA and the NOC. We share so much, and we have incredible talent and creativity within our community.

Working together, we can realize a mutually beneficial future.

We live in a republic; republic means that the power resides with the people. It is a “public matter,” not a private matter of the ruling class. I encourage all citizen involvement. Our citizens are remarkable and bring energy, creativity and a strong belief in this unique experiment that is North Oaks. Our city is literally loaded with experienced, subject matter experts in every field. We should: 1) Engage citizenry to tap that expertise, 2) Have respectful, civil discourse to reach mutually beneficial agreements across our stakeholders, 3) Focus on those areas we have in common (and they are many) and build from there. I would propose the immediate and complete abolishment of all city policies aimed at limiting voices or frequency of voices or limitations on what topics can and can’t be discussed. I want to hear from all citizens on all topics, at the time of their choosing.

How does North Oaks define prospering? Based on discussion with hundreds of residents, I believe the common elements of prospering are peace, respect, safety, security, privacy, quietness, living in harmony with the wildlife/natural resources of North Oaks and an inviting community spirit. How the City Council can help: 1) respect for and partnership with NOHOA 2) more fully engage the Natural Resource Committee in decision making 3) partnership with our law enforcement resources and equipping them to perform their duties 4) financial discipline and planning to prepare the community for this final phase of development 5) welcome our new residents, introduce them to the legacy of North Oaks/involve them in our community early; and 6) Post COVID-19, initiate an annual community scavenger hunt, recurring community service projects, children’s talent show (taped and shared with our friends at Waverly Gardens), community athletic competitions (winter and summer), and other community bonding activities.

Foster a sustainable City Council culture of respectful engagement – being sensitive to Open Meeting Law, create bonds between councilmembers, city staff and partner stakeholders through team service projects we can do together, getting to know each other more deeply. Become a more unified team, stronger than individual members and charters. Establish zero tolerance for personal attacks and mischaracterizations - treat people with respect and show them this through actions and not just policy. As a team, be tough on the challenges, but professional and respectful to the people. We too often have let differences of opinion get in the way of respectful dialogue and action. We are better than that. Our city deserves better; our predecessors deserve better respect for their legacy. Set an example as a City Council that makes our city proud. Together, let’s ensure North Oaks remains a place you’d move to all over again.

Develop a new approach to city security Develop a bold plan to deal with invasive plant species Maintain focus on the East Oaks development We are facing security issues we never thought would be at our doorstep with concerns over social unrest that could impact our city and other sister cities.

This will require a new approach to maintaining security and the need to work with our sister governing body, NOHOA to develop a plan.

As for invasive plant species we must develop a plan to eradicate buckthorn and other noxious species. We need a bold plan to get this under control and I am willing to foster such a plan.

Lastly, the East Oaks development is the final buildout our city and we must ensure that it is done with a neutral impact on the environment while providing housing to meet multigeneration needs of our community.

I believe we need more outreach to residents with information that helps them understand the benefits to the community for various projects we undertake.

As an example, when discussing the East Oaks development there seems to be a focus on potential negatives while benefits become overshadowed.

We have not done a good job in describing the benefits of the development and how it will make our city a better place to live for all ages. We also need to explain the positive financial impact on residents that the development will bring such as the significant increase in our tax base with high valued low-density housing options.

Such financial benefit will include substantial increase in funds for our schools and other infrastructure needs while at the same time significantly dropping our individual property tax burden. Our residents need a financial impact summary that can help explain the big picture.

In the next five years our city will undergo significant transformation with turnover of neighborhoods and increased issues regarding maintenance of older properties, while at the same time seeing new neighborhoods sprouting up with brand new housing options. We must manage and foster the growth while insuring it doesn’t happen at the expense of legacy housing. Hopefully we can maintain a community with high quality, low density housing that has something for everyone.

I would like to see us restore civility to our discussions and deliberations both inside and outside of council meetings.

As many of our residents have noticed, there has been significant acrimony occurring in recent council deliberations and the public debate that has followed. We must all work together for a common goal of making the city a better place to live and engage in honest and transparent communications as we decide the fate our city.

• Maintain a tradition of competent, future-focused, ethical governance • Improve city communication and outreach with residents • Enhance safety and security for North Oaks residents

During my current and prior civil service engagements I have sought to bring in a diverse cross-section of voices including those actively engaged as well as residents who may not regularly participate in governance activities. My involvement in a wide range of organizations – ranging from the North Oaks Children’s Hospital Guild 1 to Second Harvest Heartland and North Oaks social groups enables me to solicit diverse feedback from a wide group of residents.

The next five years pose challenges and opportunities for the City and its residents.

The final parcels of land will be developed in North Oaks - the agreement expires with the North Oaks Company February 2029. The development planning process has provoked concern and discussion both on the part of residents and the North Oaks Company. The City Council must ensure that we keep our commitments, avoid costly and unfruitful litigation and maintain the character of North Oaks as we complete these final developments. My experience as a planning commissioner will prove valuable as the council helps shape the future of North Oaks.

The Council must also ensure that we are focused on proving a safe, secure city for our residents and businesses. The events of 2020 have underscored the need for a strong, healthy relationship between the city and the Ramsey County Sheriff ’s department.

I would like to see more residents engaged with both the City and North Oaks Homeowners Association (NOHOA) on a regular basis.

The more voices we have actively engaged the better we will be able to govern. We should seek to solicit input from all residents, not simply those few who have historically been actively engaged in governance activities. To that end, I promise that I will continue to listen and foster a sense of community and inclusiveness for all North Oaks constituents.

Age: 49 Occupation: Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, Boston Scientific Corp.

Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: Board of Directors, STARBASE MN, an award-winning nonprofit inspiring underserved fourth and fifth graders with space-themed, hands-on STEM programming—I love working with youth and cherish opportunities to encourage them to aim high and pursue their dreams!

Executive Sponsor, Veteran Employee Resource Group, supporting regional service projects including Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans—a 501(c)3 serving homeless and those at risk of homelessness within the MN veteran community. I am humbled by the opportunity to give back to those who have given so much for us.

Chairperson, American Heart Association Heart Walk— Coordinating charitable service is so motivating!

Rick Kingston Age: 67 Occupation: Partner, SafetyCall International — Clinical Toxicologist and Clinical Professor of Pharmacy, University of Minnesota Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: City Council Member for six years and Deputy Mayor for two years Establishing the North Oaks Tick Task Force Holding various liaison roles of responsibility on Council During my 6 years on the North Oaks City Council, I’ve held numerous Council liaison roles for City services and functions in addition to my initiating the Tick Task Force (which received a Statewide award from the MN League of Cities). In these roles I have represented the City and the Council and provided leadership in decision making to specific entities including the Fire Department (Board of Directors & Relief Association representative), Police/ Sheriff Department, Planning Commission, Cable Commission Representative, and NOHOA liaison.

Sara Shah Age: 44 Occupation: Work-at-home mother of three young children / Co-Owner of small business - Clarus Dermatology Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: North Oaks City Council Member (July 2018-December 2018 and August 2020 to current), North Oaks Planning Commissioner (February 2019-July 2020), 2040 North Oaks Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee Member (December 2019-January 2020)

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NORTH OAKS CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Thomas Watson

• Ensure the North Oaks “Vision” remains the focus for City planning, zoning decisions, and municipal administration and the basis for re-establishing a “shared vision” among the City, NOHOA, and North Oaks Company; • Require the public safety scope of services, emergency preparedness, recruitment and hiring, and training best serves the community; and • Provide common-sense, prudent stewardship for all fiscal decisions.

• Engage and communicate on a timely basis • Provide an open forum at city meetings to listen to residents and others

• Maintain the North Oaks “Vision” - “. . . preserve and maintain the City . . . as a unique place to live . . . in concert with homeowners and commercial associations, property owners, developers and citizens . . . and continue to emphasize community privacy, protection and management of all natural resources.”

• Restore processes, behavior, civility and respect that once defined an effective North Oaks democracy

SHOREVIEW MAYOR QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Sandy Martin (incumbent, unopposed)

First, we need to address revenue losses related to Covid19. Community Center operations have been impacted and future plans must be adjusted accordingly. Second, to create and develop an even better Climate Action Plan for the city related especially to higher than normal water levels in recreational areas.

Third, we need to address issues of racial equality and make certain that Shoreview remains a safe, welcoming, and inclusive community for all.

Shoreview has 9 official citizen volunteer committees that advise the City Council on various matters. We can revitalize and energize these committees so that they can engage even more directly with the public. For 24 years, I have held open office hours on a weekly basis and welcome public comment on any community issues. Communication is essential and we will continue to improve all the available tools to inform the community of upcoming decisions.

The city has been successful in the past because of long-range financial planning and proactive planning in all areas. This enables us to recognize repair needs, park inadequacies, trail improvements and plan for them in advance. In addition, we must hire competent, skilled, and dedicated staff in every department to carry out the policies of the council. It is also critical to support our local businesses during this challenging coronavirus climate.

We need more land. The city is almost fully developed and diverse housing is sought by young families who want to live in our great school districts. While we have some opportunities for redevelopment and some select housing sites, we simply do not have enough housing opportunities for the many people who desire to live in our city.

SHOREVIEW CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Dave Olson

• Ensuring that our city can safely recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. We must be able to prioritize the health and well-being of residents, in addition to the economic vitality of our small businesses.

• Shoreview does better when we have more inclusive engagement and more representative neighborhood processes. I am running for City Council to bring everybody to the table, including and especially people who have been traditionally left out of government. I envision a community that is equitable and just for everyone regardless of race, gender, age, ability, national origin, sexual orientation, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or religion.

• Preserving our beautiful lakes, trails, and parks and making our city environmentally sustainable.

As climate change worsens, our response must be proactive.

At the local level we have the opportunity to be a leader in renewable energy alternatives.

Shoreview City Council has an opportunity to change the way our city engages with its residents. I want to make the City Council more accessible by bringing City Hall to you. I will do this by holding neighborhood meetings and being available to hear your concerns as well as frequently updating the community on decisions made by the Council. Additionally, our city can work to be more proactive in truly understanding the issues that Shoreview residents face. Intentional community engagement allows every resident of Shoreview to have access to their city council member. I have always prided myself in being active in my community. I am frequently volunteering at events, at schools and out in our parks. I am committed to maintaining open channels of communications between myself and Shoreview constituents. As your councilman, I would prioritize proactive and intentional community outreach so that I can represent you to the best of my ability.

In the midst of this global pandemic and economic crisis we are going through, we need to use our tax dollars wisely and in the interest of our Shoreview constituents. Residents of this city need to be involved in our budget decisions. Seeking input from our residents in City Council decisions is something that can help this city prosper. Additionally, as we are expecting a global climate crisis, it is crucial to prepare for our future by investing in the environment. The City Council needs to devote money and incentives to ensure our homes and businesses are energy efficient. Furthermore, the city needs to allocate more resources to assure housing for everyone in Shoreview. Lastly, increasing resources to youth development and involvement in local government will further help our great city prosper.

Although Shoreview is a great city, it is also my duty to find solutions to issues that concern our community. As a City Councilmember, I will value the voices of all, but encourage to hear more from the youth and minorities of our city. Shoreview will benefit from a fresh and diverse perspective. I’m excited to be a part of making Shoreview the best city in the State!

• Decrease the city of Shoreview’s debt • Find ways to increase revenue for the city without increasing taxes.

• Drive for community involvement that enhances inclusiveness for all

Listen and take input from everyone’s opinion. Through my time with the Planning Commission, I have put myself in the applicant’s shoes every time. For example, when our local park had an application from a communication company suggesting a cell phone tower in a certain location, I put myself in the surrounding homeowners’ shoes and voted equitably and inclusively.

Continue to work towards keeping taxation low while reducing debt. Promote business growth and development that diversifies across several industries. Be open to change when it comes to enhancing affordable housing, commercial development and use, and community transportation.

Finding the balance between becoming a destination community that helps our community thrive and a community of parks, lakes and suburban living

Age: 75 Occupation: Principal and Owner, The Watson Consulting Group, a management advisory services firm Three most recent/significant roles in civic PHOTO NOT involvement: • 18 years on the North Oaks City Council, PROVIDED including four terms as Mayor (2001-2009) and three terms as a council member (19912001) • Ten years as Director (2009-2018) and President (2013-2018) of Whitefish Property Owners Association, a nonprofit organization • Member of Advisory Board at the University of Minnesota, Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (2019-present)

Age: 77 Occupation: Retired Three most significant roles in civic involvement • Mayor of Shoreview, 1996-2020 • City Councilmember 1989-1993, Planning Commission 1975-1989 • Co-Founder, Shoreview Community Foundation 2008

Age: 48 Occupation: Family Medicine/Sports Medicine Doctor Team Physician (Vikings, Twins, Gophers, University of St. Thomas Medical Director, U.S. Soccer) Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: • Volunteer Physician for Roseville High School and Roseville/Shoreview Youth Sports Events (2003 - present) • Volunteer Youth Sports Coach for Football, Basketball and Baseball (2003 - present) • Protocol writing for COVID-19 for return to work and sports 2020. Regular meetings and planning with the Minnesota Department of Health.

Abraham Wolfe, Age: 42 Occupation: Recruiting Consultant Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: Shoreview Planning Commission Member since January 2016, Vice-Chair of Planning Commission since January 2019 Homes of Hope—Built three homes and as company and group paid off their mortgages (youtu.be/MyoZpr_xI_c) Bayport Reserve Police Officer (January 2011May 2013) Supported officers on duty and protected the community from criminal activity

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SHOREVIEW CITY COUNCIL (ELECT 2) QUESTIONS CANDIDATES

What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Sue Denkinger (incumbent)

• Continued focus on Economic Development to attract and retain businesses, particularly given the economic impact of the pandemic. Business retention and growth are important in that they drive a healthy tax base and keep property taxes low.

• Housing continues to be a focus area. Shoreview continually works to both maintain and enhance our existing housing stock in order to attract new residents and assist residents with home improvement.

• I believe another priority is to Increase engagement of citizens through communication of city activities/inviting more citizen input and volunteerism. We have several new housing developments which offers our city the opportunity to engage these new residents. I believe it’s also important to continue focus on our strong financial position and maintain the continued safety of our community.

I encourage participation at city council meetings to learn how the decision making process works and communicate upcoming projects through social media to keep citizens updated and invite input. The public is also encouraged to contact Council members and our contact information is available on the city website, 2) I also would encourage residents to participate in a commission or the biannual Citizens’ Academy, and 3) We need to continue to utilize community surveys in order to focus on what matters to residents. 4) The public is often invited to share input on major projects such as the recent Shoreview Commons expansions and upcoming park improvements. This practice needs to continue as it involves residents in planning and shaping the projects.

There are a number of opportunities for the City Council to drive prosperity. It is important to maintain our AAA rating and strong fiscal practices as well as our success in providing a secure and safe community. Both benefit the community and attract residents. Given the recent economic impact of COVID-19, we can also safely expand Community Center offerings and hours to restore additional revenue. It’s also important to continue our focus on housing, including affordable housing options, and park improvements to keep our city attractive to existing and new residents. We have the opportunity to fully leverage our recently created ThinkShoreview website to attract new business to our city, improve our Business Expansion and Retention outreach program to help Shoreview businesses thrive and proactively help them meet challenges.

I would provide more housing options that are affordable for new graduates, young professionals, families and any others who would like to live in Shoreview. While our community amenities make us an attractive place to live, our housing costs can be challenging for some potential residents to make Shoreview their home.

Age: 65 Occupation: I retired from a career at the Thomson Reuters Corporation.

My positions there included leading the legal business’ Customer Service Organization, Global Business Process owner and SAP Deployment Executive. I have over 25 years’ leadership experience collaborating with different levels of the organization and multiple global cultures. I am currently a Shoreview City Council Member elected in 2016.

Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: I was elected to the Shoreview City Council in 2016; served as 2019 President of Ramsey County League of Local Governments and still serve on the Executive Board, and am the Vice President of the Shoreview Economic Development Authority. I also serve on the Lake Johanna Fire Board of Directors. Prior to running for office, I volunteered on the Economic Development Commission for nearly 10 years.

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What are your top three priorities for the city?

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

What can the City Council do in the next five years to help the city prosper?

If you could change one thing about the city, what would it be?

Emy Johnson (incumbent)

As a resident of Shoreview for the past 23 years, and serving our community the past eight years, I experience daily gratitude for the strength and beauty of our community. The three priorities I will continue to focus on are: Sustaining Shoreview’s high quality of life; First and foremost, Shoreview is one of the best cities in the Twin Cities’ metropolitan area due to the commitment and hard work of our residents and staff. In these historically challenging times, as your councilmember and one of your leaders, I recommit to continuing to maintain the quality of our community with consistency, purpose and hope.

Community safety; Working in the area of security in my professional life, I bring knowledge and experience to the topic. I will continue working with the Ramsey County Sheriff and Lake Johanna Fire Department to bring an environment of safety for our residents.

Advance and establishing key partnerships; a successful community works when all stakeholders are in alignment with mutual goals.

I am committed to ongoing partnerships with community groups and business leaders to preserve our community.

If elected, how would you involve the public in making major decisions?

Community engagement is critical to our ongoing success in Shoreview and a priority in my interactions with our residents.

However, due to the ongoing community health challenge, it has required all of us to engage with a new approach.

In our new reality, as your councilmember, we have had to make adaptations to serve our people and I will continue to do so. I will continue to make myself available to our residents in all available communication tools; phone, email, Zoom etc.

Shoreview has a rich history of long-range strategic and financial planning. This approach has been key to providing the highest quality of services to our residents. I believe that now is not the time to change that approach. We must remain steadfast in being good stewards of finances by using this methodology.

Our community is rich in active participation. Again, at this point in our history, the one thing I encourage is even more active participation in our community, in your own way, for the common good as we continue to celebrate our growing diverse population

Age: 49 Occupation: Healthcare Security Leadership Three most recent/significant roles in civic involvement: For eight years, it has been my honor to serve the City of Shoreview residents in the capacity of council member. Additionally, during this time I have provided strong leadership as President and Vice President respectively, for the Shoreview Economic Development Authority. I have also represented the City of Shoreview on the Lake Johanna Fire Board and Lake Johanna Relief Association. These opportunities have given me the chance to serve as the voice of our residents. Included in my experience is the privilege of working alongside a dedicated mayor and rest of the Shoreview council members.

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Newspaper man has ink in his blood

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS STAFF WRITER

A man of strong faith, Gene Johnson maintains a long list of philosophies and wisdoms that center on a common theme: the power of prayer.

The publisher emeritus of Press Publications believes in trusting the Lord, to turn problems over to Him and to be patient. Johnson also abides by a conviction that “you can’t outgive God,” and strives for a life of philanthropy.

The longtime newspaper man shared his many personal insights at his 84th birthday party earlier this year in Florida, his place of residence in the winter with wife Kathy. This year has another special meaning for the couple: They are celebrating 50 years of of newspapering in White Bear Lake.

There have been highlights, like meeting five U.S. presidents and global travel on behalf of journalism. He even sat at the table in the Oval Office during Jimmy Carter’s administration.

“President Carter wanted to know what small-town newspapers were thinking about. There were six of us,” Johnson recalled. “A breathtaking experience.” For the record, he considers himself an Independent.

Johnson has also been invited to speak in Kenya, Eastern Europe and the South Pacific under the Asia Foundation, Voice of America, UNESCO and the Gannett Foundation.

He was among a half-dozen publishers invited to South Africa to learn about apartheid.

And there have been lowlights, like losing an infant son and then his first wife to diabetes at age 30.

For the most part, “Life has been good,” said Johnson while reminiscing about the past half-century.

Most of his adult life has been devoted to one principle: A commitment to the First Amendment.

Freedom of the press is a basic liberty written into the Constitution that Johnson strongly defends.

It’s what keeps him going. “I have a commitment to communication, both print and digital,” Johnson said. “You don’t just throw years of experience away or put it on a shelf.”

Though he sold the White Bear Press and its sister publications to son Carter 10 years ago, Johnson still keeps an office at Press headquarters on Bloom Avenue and still writes editorial columns.

More of his role these days, however, comes as management advice. “I read the financials and critique the papers for content and design. I make suggestions,” he said. “I have total confidence in Carter. He had a broad background of experience when he came to Press, working in many different roles in the newspaper business over the years, and also with other companies and organizations.”

The successful family publishing business has grown from humble beginnings to ownership of 22 newspapers in Minnesota and Wisconsin, including two printing plants.

It all started in White Bear Township, where Gene grew up, adopted by a family named Johnson who instilled in him a work ethic at an early age. He picked radishes at the LaVallee produce farm at age 8.

At age 16, he worked for White Bear Press owner Aaron Litman, hauling bulk paper up the stairs for the printing press, then located on the second floor of the Getty Building, and casting ads in lead type. At 18, he was married and at 20, owned his fi rst newspaper in Atwater, Minnesota. In 1966 he purchased the Olivia Times Journal.

How Gene wound up owning the White Bear Press is a story he’s fond of telling.

A widowed Mrs. Litman called him at 2 a.m. one night in tears. It was 1969. The newspaper was failing, and

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Gene and Kathy Johnson were honored as grand marshals in the 2013 Manitou Days parade. The woody boat they rode in, “Babe”, belonged to White Bear residents and friends Pat and Susan Oven.

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In a meeting at the White House in 1985, President Ronald Reagan congratulated Gene, then president of the National Newspaper Association, on the organization’s 100th Anniversary.

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Gene and son, Carter Johnson, in his elementary school years, share thoughts about growing and achieving.

In “semishe needed help. Would he consider buying it? retirement,” the couple enjoy spending “I asked Mrs. Litman to invite five time at their lakeside condo during the business people for coffee at Jantzen’s summer and aboard the Front Page, restaurant and hotel — now the their yacht, in the winter. For the past Country Inn. After small talk, I asked 19 years, the snowbirds have used a the group what they thought of me Ft. Myers marina as home base. They buying the paper? Four of five said I welcome friends and family on their wouldn’t be successful. The equipment motor yacht and love to entertain. The was outdated, it was couple have also too run down and hosted 27 foreign competition had exchange students moved in. Only the in their home. local banker said Son Carter said he’d do anything he Gene’s credibility could to help.” in the community “We need a he loves comes from c o m mu n it y his ability to sell newspaper,” the his ideas and his late Dick Long amazing energy. told Johnson.

“Results oriented, He bought the he mobilizes Gene Johnson paper from Mrs. others to action,” Litman on Feb. 1, Carter observed.

Publisher Emeritus, Press Publications 1970.

“He is outgoing There were times when publishing and socially at ease with a wide range the Press was a struggle, then things of people. And decisions he makes became positive, Johnson said. are based on logic, facts and common He purchased two more papers in 1973 sense.” and changed his business model to Gene admits to insecurities, voluntary pay. “Phil Bonin convinced something he attributes to being us to go free. Phil was my sales guy for adopted as a baby. “It’s why I always 31 years.” have a backup plan,” he said. Added Johnson credits loyal employees Kathy, “Even though he sometimes like Bonin for making the newspaper jumps in with both feet, he makes sure successful. “Dedicated employees the water is only lukewarm. It’s why have been the key to our success. The Gene always has a Plan B.” community has also been supportive Through the years, Johnson has and complimentary,” he added. Most of served as president of the Minnesota all though, he credits his “remarkable Newspaper Association and three partner,” Kathy, for her invaluable national newspaper associations. input and support over the years.

Locally, he’s served as president of

“Be curious. There are no dumb questions. And don’t forget to pray. For major decisions, before all meetings, and about all problems.”

the Chamber of Commerce and was instrumental in bringing Manitou Days back to life. He was the first chairman of the White Bear cable commission and served on the 916 Foundation and the White Bear Education Foundation.

He and Kathy are major donors to the White Bear Town Hall restoration.

In 2008 Gene and Kathy founded the Johnson Center for Journalism at Bethel University. Its mission is to produce culture-shaping Christians in the field of print and digital journalism.

Gene has always surrounded himself with mentors and appreciates the opportunity to mentor the next generation of journalists. Bethel is the alma mater of two of their four children, Carter and Stephanie. Gene served on the Bethel Foundation Board and the Board of Trustees, including a term as chair. Kathy also taught music education at the university.

Johnson admits he’s been threatened in his decades of newspaper experience.

“When people get angry with a newspaper, the first thing they want to do is kill the messenger,” he said. “It’s important to understand the role of a newspaper, which is to report actual information taking place.”

Looking back on a long career, Kathy is quick to count their blessings. “We are very thankful,” she said.

As he reminded his birthday guests months ago: “Be curious. There are no dumb questions. And don’t forget to pray. For major decisions, before all meetings, and about all problems.”

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MUSTANGS // MOUNDS VIEW TENNIS // GIRLS Coach: Scott Sundstrom (fourth year)

Coach: Jimmy McArthur (tenth year)

Coach: Ross Fleming (35th year)

Assistants: Diane Hessini, Ingrid Narem

Assistants: Aaron Thompson, Tom Wentworth and Bill Pratt

Assistants: Becky Johnson, Kristin Kettelhut, Mari McDonald and Ellen Chirhart

Last year: State Class 2A champions, conference and section champions

Last year: 19-4, conference and section champions, third place at state

Captains: Matt Miller (senior) and Charlie Brody (senior)

Captains: Sanjana Pattanaik (senior), Katia Bartels (senior)

Returning starters: Miller and Elliott McArthur (sophomore)

Returning starters: Pattanaik, Bartels, Amanda Diao (sophomore), Katerina Smiricinschi (sophomore), Emma Sun (sophomore), Molly Austin (junior), Elena Bartels (senior), Hannah Lindgren (senior), Annika Lindgren (senior) and Ella Roesler (senior)

Last year: Fourth in conference, second in section, 13th at state Captains: Amy Binder (senior), Natalie Nemmes (senior), Alisa LeBow (senior) and Olivia Hoythya (junior) Returning starters: Hoythya, Kieran Meyer (junior), Tollie Jackson (sophomore), Lauren Kath (freshman), Malaina Brodin (8th), Kate Roeber (8th) In the mix: Ava Moe (sophomore), Ella Roeber (sophomore) and Maggie Taylor (freshman) Fast facts: Last year’s leader (Morgan Dahl) graduated but six of seven return from state lineup. Meyers and Hoythya were all-conference. Squad has 50 members.

Coach on team: “We should be very good. We return everybody but Morgan from our state lineup and we are 18 to 20 deep. We won our conference and section JV races last year.

We are blurring the lines between varsity and JV and just calling it the Long Green Line. We look forward to competing in our conference, which is very strong.”

Coach on pandemic: “The most beautiful thing is to be back together as a team. During COVID-19, the girls all trained together and even did time trials, always trying to get a personal best. We are soaking up every moment we can be together.”

In the mix: Carter Francisco (senior), Matt Walker (senior), Max DeRosier (junior), William Skelly (junior), Joey Otto (sophomore), Canton Francisco (sophomore), Otto Coleman (freshman) and Sam Geer (8th) Fast facts: Five of top seven from state champion team graduated, including top three. McArthur placed 35th in state last year, leading all ninth- and tenth-graders. He’s a top-five ranked runner nationally in his age group.

Coach on team: “The top three teams in state are Stillwater, Prior Lake and Eden Prairie. It’s between Edina, Wayzata and us for the fourth spot for now. We should do better in our section than our conference with Stillwater very strong. I think we can win our section.”

Coach on pandemic: “Training is the main difference. We run in smaller groups of three or four, not eight. The meets will be only three teams and all-conference meets, no non-conference.”

SCHEDULE (BOYS AND GIRLS) Saturday, Sept. 19: Conference tri at Como Park Golf Course, 10 a.m.

Friday, Sept. 25: Conference tri at William O’Brien State Park, TBD Tuesday, Oct. 6: Conference finals at Tanners Brook Golf Course, Forest Lake, 9 a.m.

In the mix: Emily Aman (sophomore), Annabelle Huang (freshman) Fast facts: Diao, Austin, Smiricinschi and Pattanaik made all-conference. Smiricinschi and Diao placed fourth the state in doubles, while Austin won doubles consolation title with a senior.

Coach on team: “We have a very cohesive strong group of girls, team-focused, both singles and doubles talent, and a deep team. Team goals are conference and section championships, with a strong run at the state tournament, if that happens.”

Coach on pandemic: “We have been taking a lot of safety measures to make sure everyone is safe. Teams are smaller as well. We can only play conference opponents at this point in the season.”

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Thursday, Sept. 17: at Woodbury, 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 22: at White Bear Lake, 3:30 p.m.

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Assistants: Karin Meloch, Sarah Stenson, Joe Fast, Grace Kruger and Julia Malfo

Last year: 9-8-1 overall, 5-3-1 conference, section runner-up

Last year: 10-7 overall, 4-5 conference

Captains: Ben Franz (senior, defender) and Tyler Xiong (senior, defender)

Captains: Lucie Henrich (senior, midfielder), Leah Ban (senior, midfielder) and Sarah Kothlow (senior, defender)

Returning starters: Franz, Xiong, Alex Catrine (senior), Noah Greer (senior, defender), Foster Conlin (junior, defender), Joseph Swallen (junior, midfielder), Aaron Hill (senior, midfielder) and Uzair Ahmed (senior, forward)

Returning starters: Henrich, Ban, Kothlow, Lainey Ballinger (senior, midfielder), Charlotte Delbert (junior, midfielder), Ava Tomas (junior, midfielder), Ava Westlund (junior, forward), Ella Hebert (junior, defender), Jess Eischens (sophomore, forward), Lauren McAlpine (sophomore, guard) and Lauren Ballinger (freshman, forward)

Other letter winners: G Aidan Petrich (sophomore, guard), Chris Wikstrom (senior, midfielder), Simon Greer (sophomore, forward), Bryce Dullum (sophomore, forward) and Jude Houle (senior, forward) In the mix: Ryan Oh (senior, defender), AJ King (sophomore, forward), Alex Gutierrez (freshman, forward), Austin Magnuson (senior, midfielder), Justin Lim (junior, midfielder), Lars Schmidt (senior, defender) and Christian Drake (senior, defender) Fast facts: Ahmed and Conlin were all-conference in 2019 Coach on team: “The team is quick, fit and technically sound.

We expect to be an extremely competitive side, with hopes of making it to the conference championship and then, hopefully, on to the state tournament.”

Coach on pandemic: “Not much is different, just taking care of our social distancing and who we surround ourselves with to remain COVID-19-free.”

SCHEDULE Tuesday, Sept. 15: at White Bear Lake, 5 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 17: Roseville Area, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 22: at Forest Lake, 5 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 24: at Park of Cottage Grove, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 29: Irondale, 5 p.m.

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Goals are to rise to every challenge, rise above adversity, be resilient, and play with the respect that every day we get is a gift we won’t take for granted. Win conference, section and state although sections/state status is TBA.” Coach on pandemic: “Rule changes and adjustments in how we do our line up announcements. Team huddles aren’t allowed. Everything needs to be spaced out. No subbing on corners. But the greatest difference is understanding this is an opportunity to play and we are grateful for every day we get in our season. (The) girls respect the rules and are all on board to do their part to keep our team healthy and continuing to play.”

SCHEDULE Tuesday, Sept. 15: at White Bear Lake, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 17: Roseville Area, 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 22: at Forest Lake, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 24: at Park of Cottage Grove, 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 29: Irondale, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 1: conference tournament Friday, Oct. 2: conference tournament

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Assistants: Amanda Donley, Linnea Johnson and Rachael Ostrom (swimming); Brenda Bebeau and Isaac Bjorklund (diving) Captains: Laney Schwieters (senior), Haley Montgomery (senior), Sila Yurttas (senior), Katelyn Welle (senior) and Darah Ostrom (junior) Returning starters: Erika Turkington (freshman, 200, 500), Sila Yurttas (senior IM), Alexis Easley (freshman, butterfly) and Alana Schmitzer (sophomore, breaststroke) Other letter winners: Swimmers Daisy Bai (junior), Ella Boyles (senior), Katie Culhane (junior), Maren Durand (sophomore), Alexis Easley (freshman), Zoe Fallgatter (senior), Caroline Galas (junior), Claire Kadwell (senior), McKenna Karel (freshman), Leslie Kim (senior), Ellie Lynch (junior), Brynn Mills (sophomore), Haley Montgomery (senior), Darah Ostrom (senior), Audrey Quackenbush (sophomore), Keaton Riebel (senior), Corrina Schell (junior), Alana Schmitzer (sophomore), Olivia Schuette (junior), Laney Schwieters (senior), Gina Song (junior), Erika Turkington (freshman), Katelyn Welle (senior), Sara Wilkowske (junior), Sila Yurttas (senior); Divers Reese Bjorklund (freshman), Addison Knoll (sophomore), Darah Ostrom (junior), In the mix: Siri Wilkes (freshman) Coach on team: “The athletes are all dedicated to working hard.

With each year I’ve coached, I’ve found our athletes to be more and more oriented to finding intrinsic motivation for themselves and supporting their teammates through the challenges presented. Wilkes, a rookie, has already distinguished herself as a talented butterflyer and backstroker. This year presents many novel challenges but I have come to expect the best from my athletes. Goals are to participate safely in the sport and find ways to turn obstacles into challenges to be overcome. Our postseason structure and whether or not we’ll have traditional-style championship meets are still up in the air, so we’re looking to perform as well as possible against teams in our conference.”

Coach on pandemic: “Spectators aren’t currently allowed at the meets due to the enclosed space and tight quarters, so we have to find new ways to help keep our fans connected with our competitions. I had to cut 7th and 8th grade athletes to allow for safe numbers (50, rather than 80 last year), so many athletes weren’t able to train as frequently in the off-season. The athletes on our team are grateful for the chance to see their teammates and be a part of this season, but it is a very different atmosphere in the pool this year.”

SCHEDULE Tuesday, Sept. 15: at Irondale, 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 17: at Roseville Area, 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 24: Park of Cottage Grove, 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 1: Roseville Area, 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 8: Cretin-Derham Hall, 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 13: East Ridge, 5:30 p.m.

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