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‘Keep moving forward’: Event honors vision, values of MLK Jr.

BY RANDY PAULSON STAFF WRITER

Nearly 55 years after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s death, the civil rights movement leader’s legacy continues to inspire progress toward social justice and equality.

Hedy Lemar Walls hopes people will reflect on the importance of finding shared moral values with others this Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Lemar Walls — the executive vice president for social responsibility for the YMCA of the North in Minneapolis — will be the keynote speaker at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast for the Northeast Suburbs Monday, Jan. 16, at Parkview United Church of Christ in White Bear Lake.

Parkview is hosting the event in partnership with White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church and Interfaith Action of Greater St. Paul. Doors for the event open at 6:30 a.m., and a free continental breakfast will be served at 6:45 a.m.

Lemar Walls will deliver her address at 7:15 a.m. and Minneapolis-based vocal ensemble Cantus will perform afterward. There will later be a linked broadcast of the 33rd annual Dr. Martin Luther King

Jr. Holiday Breakfast that will be taking place that morning in Minneapolis.

“One thing that he was very well known for was his strong values,” Lemar Walls said of King. “What we have to do as a people, I believe, is instead of focusing on the way people look or the way they dress or even the color of their skin, how do we move to a position of really wanting to engage and understand how others are feeling and seeing the world?”

“It may be different from us, yet we can all learn from each other.”

Lemar Walls is a Baton Rouge, Louisiana, native who lived in Minnesota for 48 years before moving to Florida in 2020.

After she earned her bachelor’s degree from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Lemar Walls’ mother insisted she continued her education by getting a master’s degree. Lemar Walls applied to several universities around the country and received a full scholarship from the Carlson School of Business at the University of Minnesota. That’s where she received her master’s degree in business administration.

She later went on to earn a doctoral degree in education in leadership from St. Mary’s University in Winona and a specialist degree in education administration from Minnesota State University in Mankato.

Lemar Walls recalled how people in her life told her

she should be grateful for living in Minnesota because they believed there would be more racial equality and opportunities for Black people there than in the South.

“That was not true,” Lemar Walls said, noting how most of the students of color at the University of Minnesota at the time were international pupils.

Therefore, she had to learn to navigate a new cultural setting surrounded mostly by white people. That was in contrast to the segregation she’d grown up in living in Louisiana, where most people in her social circles were SEE MLK JR DAY, PAGE 8

CONTRIBUTED Hedy Lemar Walls will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast for the Northeast Suburbs Monday, Jan. 16. She is the

Mikelson taking stage for 16th annual Janis Joplin tribute concert

Projects underway in Vadnais Heights

BY NOELLE OLSON SHOREVIEW PRESS EDITOR

There are seven developments in the works in Vadnais Heights.

One is Big Wood Brewery, located at 3429 Centerville Road.

“Their zoning and land use permits have been issued, so they will start the construction process here soon and you'll start to see some changes out on the site hopefully in the spring,” said Planning/ Community Development Director Nolan Wall.

Wall said construction at Bluebird Grove — a 21-lot single-family home development — is coming along.

“There's a handful of houses there now,” Wall

said. “All infrastructure is in as well as the portion of an off-street trail. There's a couple of minor items that they have to follow up with in the springtime, but for the most part what you're going to see out there continuing is single-family home construction as well as the boardwalk trail south into Bear Park in the near future, hopefully in the spring.”

Mondello Shores is a 42lot single-family home development. “Infrastructure is mostly complete,” Wall said. “We are just waiting to install the second lift of pavement sometime in the future.”

Another project is Luther Cadillac, a new dealership on the east side of Highway 61 north of Willow Lake Blvd. Wall said the com-

mercial building permit is valued at $12.5 million.

“They are also constructing a new traffic signal at Highway 61 and constructing a new frontage road that will allow for future connection into Gem Lake to the north,” Wall said.

Other developments in the city include:

• Buerkle Hyundai – remodel (11,000 square feet).

• Merrick – remodel at 1239 Willow Lake Blvd.

• Vincent Estates – 22-unit twin-home development off County Road F.

The next Vadnais Heights City Council meeting is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, in council chambers at City Hall, 800 East County Road E in Vadnais Heights. There will be a presentation on the County Road E Action Plan during the meeting.

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White Bear Lake resident Jill Mikelson and her fellow musicians perform at their annual “Happy Birthday, Janis” concert. The live show returns for a 16th year on Jan. 21 at First Avenue in Minneapolis after a two-year hiatus. See story online at presspubs.com

executive vice president for social responsibility for the YMCA of the North in Minneapolis.

Senator addresses postal service delays

Amid reports of missing and irregular mail delivery in the Twin Cities and surrounding communities, the office of U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar reports that the Senator spoke with U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Minnesota-North Dakota District Manager Anthony Williams to raise concern about the ongoing issues and discuss solutions. She also sent a letter to U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy.

“Minnesotans rely on the Postal Service to receive their paychecks, access their prescriptions and stay connected to family and friends. This week I spoke with the U.S. Postal Service’s Minnesota-North Dakota District Manager Anthony Williams about solutions to fix the postal delays that have impacted the Twin Cities and surrounding communities, and I am also pushing Postmaster General Louis DeJoy for further assistance.

Among several factors, delivery is being affected by staffing shortages and I encourage everyone who is interested to apply

to join the U.S. Postal Service workforce and help ensure Minnesotans continue receiving reliable mail service,”  Klobuchar said.

Get to know new legislators

Constituents of Senate District 36 will have an opportunity to participate in legislative interviews with Senator Heather Gustafson and Representatives Brion Curran and Elliott Engen. The program sponsored by the League of Women Voters White Bear Lake Area will be held from 10:15 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 21, at the White Bear Lake Library.

The local legislators will discuss the issues faced by the state of Minnesota in 2023, their top three priorities and the legislation they plan to support in the coming session. Constituents may also engage in conversations with their elected representatives.

Senate District 36 includes the communities of Birchwood, Centerville, Circle Pines, Gem Lake, Lino Lakes, North Oaks, Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Township.

A White Bear Lake City Council story that ran on page 12A of the Dec. 21, 2022, White Bear Press incorrectly stated that the council unanimously voted to give resident Nan Remus 60 days to clean up her property. The actual vote was 4-1; Council Member Kevin Edberg cast the lone no vote. Press regrets the error.

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Happy trails: where to ski & snowshoe this winter

Where there’s snow, there are eager Minnesotans waiting for the perfect moment to enjoy the fresh powder. The Twin Cities metro is rich in scenic landscapes where winter recreationists can hike, snowshoe, ski, sled and even skijor (ski with their dogs! What’s more Minnesotan than that?). Press Publications has compiled a list of some of the best skiing and snowshoeing trails to enjoy this winter.

Ramsey County

TAMARACK NATURE CENTER

5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township

Activities: Classic ski, snowshoe

Requires a ski pass; ranging from $6 for a daily natural snow pass to $80 for an annual all-access pass. Youth 12 years and under are free. This pass is valid in all Ramsey County parks. Ramsey County groomed trails are for cross-country ski use only. No snowshoeing, hiking, biking, skijoring, sledding or pets.

Ski and snowshoe rentals at Tamarack are $12 per person.

RICE CREEK REGIONAL TRAIL

Circle Pines

Activities: Cross-country ski, snowshoe, fat tire bike

This park is divided into several units with different usages. Rice Creek West is cross-country ski only, while the North division along with Long Lake Regional Park allows hiking, snowshoeing and fat tire biking. Rice Creek North is cross-country ski only. Find a map of trails at www.ramseycounty.us/residents under the Parks and Recreation tab.

WHITE BEAR LAKE

Activities: Cross-country ski

A local couple keeps a groomed classic cross-country trail off the southwest shore of White Bear Lake, free for any skier to use. The track occasionally changes according to snow/weather conditions, and lately there has been a lot of slush on the ice lately. White Bear locals can check Nextdoor.com to see ice conditions and marked areas where slush has been an issue.

Anoka County

CHOMONIX GOLF COURSE

700 Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes

Activities: Skate ski, classic ski

Anoka County Parks retired its cross-country skis this year—they were a bit too well-loved after nearly 25 years of service on the trails! In 2023, visitors will have to bring their own skis. All of the trails at Chomonix are ski-only, but the county recently purchased all brand-new snowshoes that are now available in its other parks for $5.

BUNKER HILLS REGIONAL PARK

550 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW, Andover

Activities: Skate ski, classic ski, skijor Bunker Hills is not renting cross-country skis this year, but snowshoes are still available for rent at $5 for up to two hours. Call ahead at 763-324-3330 to ensure rental equipment availability. Rental hours are Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

RUM RIVER CENTRAL REGIONAL PARK

17955 Roanoke St. NW, Ramsey

Activities: Skate ski, classic ski Rum River is not renting cross-country skis this year, but snowshoes are still available for rent at $5 for up to two hours.

COON RAPIDS DAM REGIONAL PARK 9750 Egret Boulevard, Coon Rapids

Activities: Skate ski, classic ski Coon Rapids is not renting cross-country skis this year, but snowshoes are still available for rent at $5 for up to two hours. Call ahead at 763-324-3320 to ensure rental equipment availability. Rental hours are Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

WARGO NATURE CENTER 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes

Activities: Snowshoe, kicksled Wargo has only about a mile of winter trail, which is perfect for beginner snowshoers and kicksledders. Equipment is $5 for up to two hours. Call ahead at 763-324-3350 to ensure rental equipment availability. Rental hours are Tuesday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Washington County

LAKE ELMO PARK RESERVE 1515 Keats Ave. N., Lake Elmo

Activities: Cross-country ski, snowshoe, skijor All Washington County Parks require a county ski pass, which can be purchased in person at a park office or pay station, or on the county website at www. co.washington.mn.us. Winter trails are also available at Big Marine Park Reserve, Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park, Pine Point Regional Park and St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park.

AFTON STATE PARK 6959 Peller Avenue S., Hastings

Activities: Cross-country ski, snowshoe State ski pass is required for cross-country skiing; no pass required for snowshoeing. Hikers, walkers and people walking pets should stay off designated ski trails. Snowshoe rentals available for $6 per person.

WILLIAM O’BRIEN STATE PARK 16821 O’Brien Trail North, Marine on St. Croix

Activities: Cross-country ski, snowshoe State ski pass is required for cross-country skiing; no pass required for snowshoeing. Hikers, walkers and people walking pets should stay off designated ski trails. Snowshoe rentals available for $6 per person.

WILD RIVER STATE PARK 39797 Park Trail, Center City

Activities: Cross-country ski, snowshoe State ski pass is required for cross-country skiing; no pass required for snowshoeing. Hikers, walkers and people walking pets should stay off designated ski trails. Snowshoe rentals available for $6 per person. At Wild River State Park, cross-country skis are available for rent through a private concessionaire located at the park’s Trail Center. For rental rates or to reserve equipment, call Wild River Ski Rental at 651-257-0685.

Trail Etiquette:

There are many ways to enjoy winter trails, and no one wants their winter fun ruined by someone who doesn’t know the rules or follow them. Here are a few things to watch out for when visiting multiuse winter trails.

Most ski trails are groomed with a track for classic-style skiers, and sometimes a grooved path for skate skiers. Anyone hiking in boots or snowshoes should stay clear of these tracks.

Just like being in traffic, skiers should also be conscious of who is coming behind them, and step off the side of the trail if they need to stop. Some trails, like those at Chomonix and Bunker Hills, are ski-only.

Each park usually has its own rules for ski and snowshoe trails; it is best to check these before setting out on your adventure. Keep an eye on the weather; many parks post daily trail condition updates that are worth checking.

Most parks require a Great Minnesota Ski Pass. Passes are $10 daily, $25 for a year and $70 for three years. Passes can be purchased in person at park front desks, on the DNR website, or by phone at 1-888-665-4236. Washington and Ramsey counties no longer accept this ski pass, and require you to purchase a county-specific one, which can be done onsite or online ahead of time. Parks often require a vehicle pass as well. Be sure to check the trail maps and take a look at the requirements of each site before you get there!

Processing AI

This column was written with the help of ChatGPT-3 - a chatbot with 175 billion parameters. According to BBC Science Focus, ChatGPT-3 is a state-of-theart language processing Artificial Intelligence (AI) model. “Where we could spend hours researching, understanding and writing an article on quantum mechanics, ChatGPT can produce a wellwritten alternative in seconds.”

Some college students are using it to rewrite sentences or descriptions in papers, high school students could be using it to rewrite everything, and there is little a teacher or unknowing parent can do to prevent the use of AI in homework. AI has been in the headlines but I took an interest after our college-age daughter shared how groups were using it to write papers. AI is not new - what new is how complex it has become. Today Corporate America is using AI to write code, answer basic questions and manage and write reviews for hotel chains, airlines and online retailers. AI has been engaging in customer service and addressing bad reviews – by now we all may have interacted with a live chat box asking how it can help.

Publisher’s View Carter Johnson

Here at Press Publications, we can’t afford AI software to write stories. However, larger corporate entertainment and media publications and even some smaller papers have used it. One example where AI is often used is to write a sports story from box scores, saving a reporter’s valuable time. In that sense, AI could be a useful and efficient tool. Having AI write papers for college or high school students brings up the question of cheating. That’s not for me to decide, but what we all need to know is that AI is around us and will only increase its presence. As with any technology, AI needs guiding rules.

Ice dams

If you have noticed the beautiful icicles forming along your eaves, you may have ice dams building. They grow silently on the roof eaves and valleys of houses, causing water to back up under shingles. Sometimes it is because the home is lacking insulation or proper attic venting. We have fought ice dams on our homes. Ice rakes can be a solution, but our roof is too tall to rake from the ground in some areas, forcing me to climb up and manually remove the snow and ice. It’s extremely dangerous and I don’t recommend anyone doing it. If you’re struggling with icicles, especially those that have color, you should call an expert.

If you’re not able to afford a professional there are a few inexpensive methods people have shared with me. One is to use an ice melt product by filling a long sock or extra small nylon. Ice melt products come in the form of liquids, pucks, and granular. Consider air temperature and where it will be placed when choosing the right kind. If you have gardens or vegetation below, some ice melt products will kill plants or shrubs. Some are corrosive to metal and can be damaging to concrete. Magnesium chloride is considered a more environmentally-friendly option. Potassium chloride and calcium magnesium acetate are considered more pet-friendly. Once you choose your type of ice melt, make several logs by filling socks or nylons and toss them on the roof behind or on the ice dam to slowly melt it away. I have witnessed people using an axe or chisel to pound away at the ice dam, but this will damage your roof and is extremely dangerous. In extreme cases, heat tape can be installed on the ice dam areas to prevent damage by gently heating the snow and ice and preventing any build up. The best prevention of ice dams is a properly insulated roof and attics with ventilation to prevent the freeze- thaw buildup.

If you have an ice dam problem, its best to play it safe and call a professional. We have a several listed in our classified section. As with any contractor, get references, agree in writing to the services provided, how long it will take, and a price before they start. Ice dam removal is expensive but is often less than replacing drywall and painting after a leak happens. Check with your insurance carrier to see if your ice dams and water damage is covered.

They say you can’t go home again. In a lot of ways it’s true—so many things have changed since I last sat at a desk at Press Publications.

Last time I was here, I hadn’t yet held wild birds in my hands, hiked more than a hundred miles on the Ice Age Trail, or obtained my graduate degree in environmental studies. And, of course, I also hadn’t yet lived through a global pandemic. Before I left to pursue my degree in 2018, I was the editor of the Forest Lake and St. Croix Valley Lowdown publications. Afterward, I spent a few exciting field seasons demolishing buckthorn, seeding native prairies, leading nature camps and writing the odd freelance story for Press even when I was living in the mountains of Missoula, Montana.

Now, I find myself sitting in as the interim editor of the Hugo Citizen and Quad Community Press—normally

Back in Beartown

the territory of our managing editor Shannon Granholm. A big congratulations is due to Shannon and her husband Patrick—their son Royce Raymond Granholm was born Dec. 26. While Shannon takes the next few months off to recover and adjust to motherhood, I’ll be covering the Quad and Citizen desk.

It didn’t take TOO much arm twisting to persuade me to come back to Press once again. White Bear Lake is where I was raised, and coming back to Press Publications is a homecoming in many ways. But Press Publications is so much bigger than just the White Bear Lake community.

When you work at a newspaper, you get to do a little bit of everything, and take part in the community in ways you might not always experience as an average citizen. My time at Press is filled with unique memories created by the incredible human desire of people striving to help each other, create a healthy place to live, and have a lot a fun while they’re at it.

Some of my best memories include painting storm drains with the volunteers for the Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District, meeting

wolves at the Wildlife Science Center in Stacy, and quietly watching sandhill cranes and waterfowl in the lowland ponds of Hugo. A few times I cut down buckthorn with VLAWMO at Vadnais Heights City Hall, and once I helped middle schoolers unhook crappies on the ice of Centerville Lake. Just a few weeks ago I joined members of the Marine on St. Croix community for one of my favorite events of the year—the Christmas Bird Count, by now a holiday tradition in my life.

It is both familiar and strange to return to this corner of the world and reconnect with so many people and places. As the interim editor of the Quad and Citizen, I will have the pleasure of getting to know some areas of the community that are newer to me.

The world is a little different now, but the human drive to form communities worth living in is as daunting and wonderful a task as always. It will be an exciting prospect to experience it together over the next few months.

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Letter to my children

New Year’s is a time where many of us look back and reflect on strides we have made over the last 365 days. This year, much of my focus has been on you. You’re each another year older. Your personalities continue to develop, shaped by the many different trials and challenges you face as you make your way down the road of life.

As a parent, there are many responsibilities that I’m obliged to undertake. Loving you, of course, is first and foremost, and it’s as much a joy as a responsibility. But I also have the responsibility of being a teacher and guide to each of you, teaching you an array of values not just through my words but through my example also.

Now, I know that I’m far from perfect, but I hope I never stop striving to be the best version of myself that I can be, for that is the only way I can ever hope to be the kind of father that each of you deserve. I have spent many years making sure to remove the plank from my own eyes in order to see clearly. And I hope I will always possess the level of love and humility to do this well.

As you continue to grow, other things will begin to influence the values you hold. The close-knit familial circle will widen. This is why the many social issues of our time concern me, for they will unquestionably one day impact you in more ways than you’ll realize. So what I wish to impart to you is this: have faith. Faith in God. Faith in your family. And faith in

yourselves. The quality of your lives will be heavily influenced by the way you choose to face it. Cynicism is not a philosophy to live by, and divisiveness won’t bring you peace. Be courageous, bold, and resolute, with love and humility in your hearts.

And while I can try and prepare the road ahead for you, I’d much rather prepare you for the road. Here’s to a New Year!

Tim Klecker White Bear Lake

Popular election of House Speaker proposed

The debacle known as the selection of a House Speaker has been a strange combination of both drudgery and angst.

We saw the greatest democratic republic still in existence stumble through a multiday spectacle in which a few right-wing legislators exercised veto power to forbid the election of a Speaker in the 118th Congress.

We watched the first African American to lead a major party in Congress garner the largest number of votes to serve as Speaker.

But under the existing Rules of the United States House of Representatives, it took several days for a Speaker to be elected. Why?

Because a Speaker must command a majority of the

total House members voting.

And, after multiple votes, no candidate received the needed 218 votes to receive the Speaker’s gavel.

America had an entire half of an entire branch of its constitutional republic on hold.

We must adapt and overcome this flaw in government. We must, once more, perfect our Union.

We can do that by electing the Speaker in a national election.

The Speaker is simply too important to leave the choice to the passing internecine partisan squabbling within our two-party system. It’s time to bypass archaic vestiges of parliamentary procedures. We should elect a National Speaker at each quadrennial election.

Plainly, this will require a constitutional amendment—but by selecting a National Speaker we can avoid the netherworld of constitutional nonexistence the House now wanders through; we can assure there will be the structural basis to withstand transfers of power and party.

As our system now stands, personal fecklessness or weakness of a majority party leader leaves the Article I branch powerless and constitutionally useless.

We can do better. We can perfect our Union.

We the people can elect a Speaker to serve in the office the House members seemed so long incapable of filling.

Second snow sculpting spectacle set

BY RANDY PAULSON STAFF WRITER

Lowell Park in Stillwater will soon be home to sculptures of mind-boggling size and detail for the second year in a row.

Twelve teams from eight countries will brandish their ice chisels and creativity during the second annual World Snow Sculpting Championship, which will take place Wednesday-Sunday, Jan. 18-22.

The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce hosts the event in partnership with the City of Stillwater. This is the second of three consecutive years the Chamber has the right from event management company Winter Fun LLC to host the championship; the Chamber will have the right of first refusal afterward.

Similar snow sculpting events take place elsewhere around the world, but this is billed as the first world event of its kind. Winners at other competitions qualify to make it to the Stillwater championships.

“It’s a pretty big deal to have it here,” said Stacie Jensen, communications manager for the Stillwater Chamber.

The start of the sculpting — or the “tools up” time — will start at 9 a.m. Jan 18. Later at 4:30 p.m., an Olympic-style opening ceremony will officially usher in the sophomore Stillwater spectacle at the JX Event Center.

The sculptors will have until the afternoon of Saturday, Jan. 21, to transform their 10-foot cubic blocks of snow into frozen masterpieces. The sculptures will be judged before the first-, second- and third-place winners are announced during the closing ceremony in the park. The recipient of the People’s Choice Award likewise will be named.

Jensen said the Chamber learned a lot from its initial experience last year hosting a worldwide sculpting event and will make adjustments accordingly this year.

“The Chamber does a lot of the bigger community events that are here in Stillwater, but we've never done one of this size or scope. So this was a big learning curve for us,” she said.

One area of improvement will be better maintenance of the walkways in Lowell Park to cut down on slippery spots and mounds of hard-packed snow.

“You just never know what the weather is going to bring either, so it's kind of a minute-by-minute type of thing,” Jensen said.

of snow.

There will also be an expanded beer tent that will double as a warm house and place to get food. Similarly, more activities will be offered at Water Street Inn next to the park including an indoor marketplace made up of local businesses.

Jolting the local economy with a mid-winter business boost is a key reason why the Chamber sought to bring the World Sculpting Championships to Stillwater originally. Last year’s inaugural event attracted more than 40,000 visitors to town, who dined at restaurants and shopped at local stores in between admiring the snow art.

“It really gave those businesses and restaurants more business and traffic in the winter months when they were a little slower. I know the weekend of this event this past January, a lot of the businesses said they had record sales,” Jensen said.

Right after this year’s closing ceremony, the “World’s Coolest Block Party,” will burst into life in the park.

The free, three-hour bash will feature a DJ in the gazebo, a beer tent, concessions and a snow store open. Fire dancers from Foley-based Funtime Funktions will provide hot entertainment with three, 20-minute shows throughout the party. Meanwhile, Minnesota singer-songwriter and musician, Monique Smaz, will perform inside the Water Street Inn.

Jensen recalled last year’s block party and how snow began falling down right as the shindig started.

“It was like a snow globe feeling and just added to the whole vibe,” she said. “It was pretty awesome.”

The World Snow Sculpting Championship will conclude on Sunday, Jan. 22, with “Minnesnowta Nice Day,” a daylong event celebrating all things Minnesota. Among the festivities will be dancing, live music and appearances from Minnesota mascots.

Albert Turner Goins, Sr. White Bear Lake

Teams of sculptors at last year’s World Snow Sculpting Championship chisel away at their 10-foot cubes

COPS&COURTS

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS

The White Bear Police Department reported the following selected incidents:

• Officers responded to the 1900 block of Buerkle Road Dec. 28 for a disorderly customer. Officers checked the area and were unable to locate the male.

• Violation of a protection order was reported Dec. 28 in the 3500 block of Jerry Street.

• A verbal argument between two adults was reported Dec. 28 in the 4000 block of Lakehill Circle. No charges are present.

• Officers responded to the 4600 block of Highway 61 Dec. 28 to take a fraud report.

• A 42-year-old White Bear Lake resident was arrested and booked at the Ramsey County Jail Dec. 28 after a traffic stop in the 1200 block of Gun Club Road related to expired registration. The driver was also found to have two misdemeanor warrants and was cited for traffic-related offenses.

• Harassment was reported Dec. 29 in the 2000 block of Spruce Place.

• Telephone harassment was reported Dec. 29 in the 3600 block of Highland Avenue.

• Officer checked the 2000 block of County Road E Dec. 29 for a possible narcotics user.

• A 58-year-old White Bear Lake resident was arrested and booked at the Ramsey County Jail Dec. 29. He was pulled over during a traffic stop related to his taillights, but the officer later discovered his driver’s license was canceled as inimical to public safety.

• A traffic stop conducted Dec. 30 in the 2300 block of County Road E found a driver to be impaired. The driver was booked at the Ramsey County Jail for second-degree refusal.

• Violation of protection order was reported Dec. 30 in the 3500 block of Jerry Street.

• An officer was dispatched to the intersection of First and Birch Lake avenues Dec. 30 in response to a theft from an automobile. There was a loss of $200 and no suspects.

• Disorderly conduct was reported Dec. 30 in the 3500 block of Century Avenue.

• Bar security was requested Dec. 31 due to someone being involved in a fight in the 2100 block of Fourth Street.

• Disorderly conduct was reported Dec. 31 in the 1800 block of Park Street.

• Officers responded to a disorderly conduct call Jan. 2 in the 2000 block of Rishworth Lane.

• Officers responded to the 3100 block of Karth Road on Jan. 2 on a disorderly conduct call. They mediated the parties involved.

• Officers assisted with removing an unwanted guest near the 2000 block of Douglas Lane on Jan. 2. No citations or arrests stemmed from the incident.

• Officers responded to the 1700 block of Highway 96 on Jan. 2 on a disorderly conduct call. An unwanted male at the residence left on his own accord.

• Officers responded to the 2000 block of Douglas Lane on Jan. 2 on a disorderly conduct call.

• Officers responded to a burglary alarm Jan. 3 in the 3200 block of White Bear Avenue. Officers found a single male had entered and taken cash from inside. An investigation continues.

• A male suspect was reported to have trespassed Jan. 3 in the 1900 block of Buerkle Road.

• Illegal dumping was reported Jan. 3 in the 3800 block of Oak Terrace. There is no suspect information.

• Disorderly conduct was reported Jan. 3 in the 2100 block of Roth Place.

• Disorderly conduct was reported Jan. 4 in the 1800 block of County Road F.

• Disorderly conduct was reported Jan. 4 in the 5000 block of Woodcrest Road.

• Theft of equipment was reported Jan. 4 in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road. There are no suspects.

• A 53-year-old White Bear Lake resident was arrested Jan. 4 for third-degree DWI in the 4900 block of Highway 61.

WASHINGTON COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS

The Washington County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Birchwood, Dellwood, Grant, Mahtomedi, Pine Springs and Willernie:

Birchwood

• A Lake Avenue resident reported a phone scam Dec. 4.

• A White Pine Lane resident reported mail theft Dec. 8 and provided Washington County Sheriff's Office deputies a photo of the suspect vehicle.

• A motorist was cited Dec. 10 for speeding 60 mph in a 35 mph zone in the 100 block of Cedar Street. The driver admitted to speeding.

Dellwood

• A Many Levels Road resident reported an attempted phone scam Dec. 9, during which she gave away no money or account information.

Grant

• Deputies arrested a motorist for DWI at 10:04 p.m. Dec. 2 after they responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch in the area of Manning Trail N. and 115th Street N.

• An Irish Avenue N. resident reported the pole of her mailbox bent and scratched after being struck by a vehicle Dec. 3.

• A motorist was cited at 11:39 p.m. Dec. 3 on Highway 36 for driving after suspension, after deputies conducted a traffic stop for expired registration.

The driver was warned for having drug paraphernalia inside the motor vehicle.

• A resident in the 9000 block of Joliet Avenue N. at 7:12 p.m. Dec. 6 reported her Ring doorbell camera captured the image of a suspicious person who arrived in a dark-colored sedan and approached the front door. The mysterious individual, who was not dressed for the weather, didn't knock and appeared to be looking for something.

Mahtomedi

• A motorist was cited Dec. 2 in the area of Long Lake Road and Berwick Lane for speeding.

• A northbound motorist was cited Dec. 5 in the 1200 block of Mahtomedi Avenue for displaying license plate tabs that expired in June 2022. Motorists must pay a vehicle tax and display proof of payment with a current license plate tab, according to Minnesota statute 169.79.1.

Pine Springs

• A Jeep driver was cited Dec. 1 on westbound Highway 36 at the I-694 southbound ramp by westbound deputies in the left lane who were trying to make it safely to the center median to conduct traffic patrol. While traveling 57 mph in a 55 mph zone, deputies observed the Jeep approach from behind so rapidly that they could no longer see the Jeep's headlights

RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS

The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office reported the following selected incidents in Vadnais Heights and White Bear Township:

Vadnais Heights

• A vehicle parked in the Aster Meadow Apartments underground garage in the 4100 block of Centerville Road was reported broken into on Dec. 1; a purse was stolen from it. A debit card from the purse was used at Speedway locations in White Bear Lake and Vadnais Heights. Two other vehicles were reported damaged, but the owners didn't want to file a report.

• Mobile Mini Storage in the 900 block of County Road E on Dec. 2 reported chains on locks cut and locking mechanisms damaged on two outdoor storage units. It is unknown whether any contents were stolen.

• A couple reported being assaulted by an unknown male on Dec. 3 in the Walmart self-checkout line in the 800 block of County Road E. It all started when the male cut in front of complainants in line, and they had a few words for him. While loading their purchases into their car, the male returned and tried to grab one of their bags. As the complainants tried to defend their belongings, the male punched the female of the pair, causing her to fall against the vehicle.

• The city of Vadnais Heights on Dec. 4 reported criminal damage to its property after viewing video surveillance of a red SUV hitting a stop sign in the 500 block of Oak Creek Drive S.

• A Minneapolis woman, 20, was mailed a citation for misdemeanor theft after she escaped Walmart loss prevention

personnel in the 800 block of County Road E on Dec. 4. Four people attempting to push carts containing $1,447.20 in unpaid merchandise past all points of sale were stopped by loss prevention personnel. However, the four fled in a vehicle with a stolen license plate. The vehicle was the subject of a just-expired Keep Our Police Safe (KOPS) alert out of Mounds View. After deputies issued a new KOPS alert, the vehicle was found by the Edina Police Department on Dec. 5. The vehicle was towed to the Ramsey County impound lot, and the subject was identified by a video surveillance camera and mailed the ticket. The case is under investigation.

• A male was reported for trying to force a female into a vehicle at 11:55 a.m. on Dec. 5 in the area of Edgerton Street and Vadnais Blvd. After a welfare check, a KOPS alert was issued for the female, and her vehicle was stopped by Shakopee police on Dec. 5. Officers determined that the female was OK, and the KOPS alert was removed.

• A Vadnais Heights man, 66, was arrested on Dec. 5 in the 800 block of Belland Avenue for using a loaded handgun to threaten two Bloomington men who had been hired by the townhouse homeowner's association. Although the men tried to explain that they were legally on the premises to fix gutters, and the opened boxes of gutters and ladders were clearly visible on the ground, the suspect continued to advance toward the workers waving the weapon. A phone video one of the workers managed to take showed the suspect walking toward the workers with

in any of the squad's mirrors. After the Jeep sped around the squad in the right lane, deputies pulled the driver over and noticed the Jeep's tabs had expired in August. The driver, who has numerous traffic violations, was cited for traveling too closely and for displaying expired tabs. The driver maintained he was not traveling too closely.

• A Wisconsin motorist was cited for speeding 71 mph in a 55 mph zone on northbound I-694 at the westbound Highway 36 ramp by stationary deputies on patrol Dec. 3, who clocked him on radar and observed the vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and passing another vehicle. After the vehicle was slow to stop, deputies noticed the driver's glazed eyes and heavy odor of alcohol. The driver admitted to drinking alcohol but registered only 0.06 on the portable breath test. He was released due to his “good attitude.”

• A Minnesota motorist was cited Dec. 3 on westbound Highway 36 for driving after suspension, failure to provide proof of insurance and for speeding 73 mph in a 55 mph zone by deputies on stationary patrol, who clocked her on radar. The driver admitted her license was suspended and was unable to provide proof of insurance on lawful demand.

his finger on the trigger. The workers also managed to phone 911, and deputies arrived on the scene to disarm the suspect. On Dec. 8, deputies took custody of the firearm from that address. The suspect has been charged in Ramsey County Court on two counts of felony threatening violence with reckless disregard for risk.

• A Shoreview man reported on Dec. 7 that his vehicle had been broken into while it was parked in the Sucker Lake parking lot in the 20 block of County Road

F. The vehicle was rummaged through, but there was no indication that anything was stolen.

White Bear Township

• Residents in the 5400 block of Portland Avenue on Dec. 2 reported unauthorized use of their credit card for more than $1,700 in charges while it was still in their possession. The cards were canceled, and the case is under investigation.

• A White Bear Township man, 44, was arrested for assault late Dec. 2 in the 1700 block of Ridgewood Avenue after he struck his father in the face with an elbow. It all started when the father asked the subject to clean up an alcoholic beverage he'd spilled. The subject yelled, threw items around the kitchen and broke the vacuum cleaner.

• A White Bear Lake woman and a White Bear Township woman reported their vehicles broken into on Dec. 3 as they were parked in the Tamarack Nature Center lot in the 5200 block of Otter Lake Road. Nothing appeared missing from one, and a purse was stolen from the other. The credit cards were canceled promptly.

The Shoplifting Chronicles

The Crime Department unanimously agrees that no store has had the amount of drama that the Vadnais Heights Walmart on County Road E has had during the past year, according to Ramsey County Sheriff's Office incident reports. The crime desk extends a huge thumbs up to the store's loss prevention personnel, who have served valiantly on the front lines of a shoplifting war that keeps escalating.

• Self-checkout abuse: A St. Paul woman, 23, and a St. Paul man, 23, were both cited Jan. 30 for shoplifting from Walmart after the couple was seen not scanning items in the self-checkout and placing them into their cart. Loss prevention personnel stopped the suspects after they left the store and brought them to their office.

• Concealing items. A St. Paul woman, 32, was cited Aug. 16 at Walmart for misdemeanor theft after she was detained for concealing $70.22 in merchandise in a container and only scanning and paying for the container.

• Switching tags: A Roseville man, 39, was reported detained by Walmart loss prevention personnel in the 800 block of County Road E for shoplifting May 15 after he was observed switching tickets for lower prices and not scanning all his selected items at the self-checkout. After he passed all points of purchase and was detained, he fled, leaving behind $180.58 in merchandise before leaving in a silver sedan.

• A new way to trick the cash register: A Brooklyn Park woman, 42, was arrested for shoplifting Aug. 24 at Walmart and charged with gross misdemeanor theft of items valued at more than $500 after she was watched by store employees. First, she selected items, then scanned them with her cellphone and finally placed them in her shopping cart. She then left the store with $853.74 in items she didn't pay for.

• A combination of sneaky techniques: A St. Paul woman, 23, was cited May 31 at the store for misdemeanor theft after she was observed

under-ringing and concealing $96.55 worth of items at the self-checkout and passing all points of sale.

• Steal as much as you possibly can: A St. Paul woman, 41, was arrested Sept. 8 at Walmart for gross misdemeanor theft after she pushed a cart containing $703.51 worth of merchandise out of the store without paying. Because the theft amount was greater than $500, the consequences of her crime were bumped up to the next level of severity. The case has been forwarded to the city attorney for consideration of charges.

• Load up and keep going: The shoplifting chronicles continued on Feb. 1, as loss prevention personnel were unsuccessful in detaining a female who left the store with a full cart after she simply refused to return to the store. She left the cart filled with unpurchased items behind but kept a cosmetic bag filled with concealed items before walking away.

• Recruiting a team for the endeavor: Four female shoplifters at Walmart were reported April 21 for theft after loss-prevention personnel stopped them at the door with a cart containing a large amount of unpaid merchandise. When the shoplifters tried several times without success to take the cart from the employee's grasp, all four of them grabbed items, fled the store and sped away in a gray Ford Edge. No employees were injured or felt threatened during the incident.

• Getting young people to help you in crime: The Walmart at 11:03 p.m. April 16 reported a female shoplifter, accompanied by two juveniles, for under-ringing items at the self-checkout and passing all points of sale. As the suspects left the store, the female suspect assaulted loss prevention personnel when they tried to detain her. The suspects then pushed their cart to the parking lot, loaded items into a vehicle and left the area. The case is under investigation.

• Come from out of state to the Vadnais Heights Walmart: A 28-year-old woman from Wau-

bay, South Dakota, was arrested Oct. 21 at the Walmart for misdemeanor theft after she pushed a cart filled with $429.49 in merchandise she didn't pay for past all points of sale. On arrival at the law enforcement center, she was booked and released.

• Using a unique escape route: A Forest Lake man, 40, faces charges for concealing $461.71 in merchandise June 16 and leaving the Walmart through a storm drain grate. Loss prevention personnel identified the shoplifter and forwarded a report to the city attorney for consideration of charges.

• Try giving a fake name: A St. Paul man, 33, was arrested Oct. 16 at Walmart for giving deputies false information when he was being cited for shoplifting. Store employees had detained him for concealing and under-scanning $68.26 in merchandise and passing all points of sale. When deputies asked for his name to write out the citation, he gave the name of another man. When deputies discovered the subterfuge, they promptly arrested him. A computer search revealed the reason for the fake name — he had multiple warrants out on him from multiple counties.

Dump the goods and flee when caught

• A St. Paul woman, 24, and a juvenile female were arrested for theft June 20 at the Walmart after they were observed concealing items, passing all points of sale and fleeing loss prevention personnel when they were stopped. Deputies found one suspect hiding behind neighboring businesses, who then tried to flee by dumping the stolen merchandise on the ground. The other suspect was found hiding in the restroom of a neighboring business. Both females were issued trespass notices before being taken in. The adult was arrested for misdemeanor theft, misdemeanor possession of marijuana and gross misdemeanor of giving false information to police.

MLK JR. DAY: Breakfast event reminds community of King’s core messages

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morning in Minneapolis.

“One thing that he was very well known for was his strong values,” Lemar Walls said of King. “What we have to do as a people, I believe, is instead of focusing on the way people look or the way they dress or even the color of their skin, how do we move to a position of really wanting to engage and understand how others are feeling and seeing the world?”

“It may be different from us, yet we can all learn from each other.”

Lemar Walls is a Baton Rouge, Louisiana, native who lived in Minnesota for 48 years before moving to Florida in 2020.

After she earned her bachelor’s degree from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Lemar Walls’ mother insisted she continued her education by getting a master’s degree. Lemar Walls applied to several universities around the country and received a full scholarship from the Carlson School of Business at the University of Minnesota. That’s where she received

her master’s degree in business administration.

She later went on to earn a doctoral degree in education in leadership from St. Mary’s University in Winona and a specialist degree in education administration from Minnesota State University in Mankato.

Lemar Walls recalled how people in her life told her she should be grateful for living in Minnesota because they believed there would be more racial equality and opportunities for Black people there than in the South.

“That was not true,” Lemar Walls said, noting how most of the students of color at the University of Minnesota at the time were international pupils.

Therefore, she had to learn to navigate a new cultural setting surrounded mostly by white people. That was in contrast to the segregation she’d grown up in living in Louisiana, where most people in her social circles were Black like her.

“It helped me to understand, and really it opened me up to really begin to see people for who they really are and not for who I want them to be,” Lemar Walls said.

The Rev. Deborah Hasdorff at Parkview Church said the hope for the event is to remind community members of King’s core messages: equality, justice, nonviolence, love, individual conscience and service above self.

“Those are the core values of Martin Luther King that are important to us too,” Hasdorff said. “We want to lift those up and remind people in our community that there are churches and organizations that are working toward those goals.”

She added that she wants the community to know that there are churches, such as Parkview and the Unitarian Universalist Church, that are committed to diversity and social action.

The Unitarian Universalist Church has hosted the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast since

2010 and has collaborated with Parkview on other social justice-related events in the past. This is the first year that Parkview is the lead sponsor and host for the event.

“The theme of the event is ‘keep moving forward,’” said the Rev. Roger Bertschausen, interim lead pastor at the Unitarian Universalist Church.

“It’s the acknowledgment that we’ve come a long way in realizing King’s vision of a country where everyone is treated with inherent dignity and worth — and we have a ways to go. I always think that King’s celebration day is a marker of that and a reminder and a prod. It’s not about the one day but about what we do each day to move forward.”

King Lutheran Church 1660 Birch Lake Ave., White Bear Lake (Just off Hwy 96 & Otter Lake Road) 9 am worship in person & online at www.ctkwbl.org office@ctkwbl.org | 651-429-4828 752983

In-Person worship

CONTRIBUTED

Minneapolis-based vocal ensemble Cantus will perform at this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast for the Northeast Suburbs Monday, Jan. 16, at Parkview United Church of Christ.

CONTRIBUTED

Jaylani Hussein, executive director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations Minnesota, speaks at the 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast for the Northeast Suburbs. The event returns this year on Jan. 16 at Parkview United Church of Christ after having been called off the past couple years due to COVID-19.

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Set yourself up for financial success in 2023

Financial success can mean different things to different people, but for many it’s managing money in a way that offers a financially healthy future. From building your savings to creating goals for the future, here are some easy ways that you can set yourself up for financial success.

1. Always Pay Yourself First

When your paycheck is deposited into your checking account, it’s easy to focus on the immediate future: paying bills, buying groceries, or going to the movies on Friday night. But before any of that happens, it’s important to pay your future self first by setting money aside in savings.

By paying yourself and your savings first, you’re planning for the future and building a safety net. Savings are important for making future goals possible, like buying a car or a house, or taking a vacation. You can even create multiple savings accounts for different goals, and track your saving progress using tools like online banking or a mobile

app. Having money set aside in savings can also make it easier to deal with unexpected expenses, like an urgent car repair or a surprise medical bill. You can even have part of your paycheck automatically deposited into your different savings accounts, making it easy to pay yourself first!

2. Shop For The Best Rates

If you’re thinking about opening a new credit card, buying a house, purchasing a vehicle, or opening a personal or business checking or savings account, it’s important to look for the best interest rate. Finding a lower rate on a loan can save you from paying unnecessary interest and lower your monthly payments. A higher interest rate on savings and checking accounts also means your money earns more in interest.

Watching the interest rate is especially important when opening a new credit card. Store charge cards and even mainstream rewards credit cards can come with a high interest rate, and some have

costly annual fees. A local financial institution like a credit union may offer a credit card with lower interest rates and few or no fees that can help save you money over time. Be sure to read the fine print whenever opening a new account or taking on a new loan so you understand if the rate could change over time.

3. Check Your Credit Score

Credit scores help lenders determine your interest rate when purchasing a home or vehicle. Your credit score may also be reviewed when you apply for rental housing or certain job positions. Knowing your credit score can help you make accurate loan payment estimates. You’ll also be able

to take measures to keep your score healthy. Many financial institutions, including credit unions, banks, and credit card companies, share your credit score with you for free as part of their online banking service. You’re also able to request a copy of your credit score from each of the three credit reporting agencies (Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax) once a year for free without it impacting your credit.

4. Create And Stick To Your Goals

When you imagine yourself in the future, do you know how your financials will factor in?

Creating focused and achievable goals can help make your ambitions a reality. Looking at your different expenses for the month is a great place to start identifying goals. Determine what you’re spending your money on, decide whether it contributes to your future goals, and adjust your spending from there.

When setting goals, making them realistic is the key to success. If you know that you

spend $200 on restaurants and fast food each month, setting a goal of spending only $50 may make it difficult to stick to your budget. Start small and be sure to celebrate even the little wins!

5. Look Over Your Monthly Statements

A key part of staying financially fit is simply being aware of your transactions and balances! By looking over your monthly statements, you’ll be able to see your spending for the month, verify charges, and watch any loan balances go down as payments are made. Staying on top of your monthly charges also reminds you of recurring costs, such as streaming services or subscriptions, that you may no longer need. By cancelling unnecessary subscriptions, you can save money and work toward reaching your goals even faster. Try picking a couple of the suggestions above to start next month and work your way up to incorporating all five into your life. Before you know it, you’ll be finding success!

‘From Pieces to Peace’ event honors MLK Jr.

Renowned quilter Joseph Mallard will lead a program at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, as part of the church's commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

In the program titled “From Pieces to Peace: Quilts that Tell the Story of Wholeness from Diversity,” Mallard will display several intricate quilts and share thoughts of how faith inspires a dream of freedom for all people, using the metaphor of quilting as pieces that come together in a new wholeness. Quilters from the community will also be invited to display and tell the story behind their quilts.

Mallard’s tapestry-quilts consist of thousands of tiny stitches and hand-tied knots. The large format quilts typically take four to five years to complete. He teaches in classrooms, community centers, homeless shelters, libraries and universities. In 2022, he was artist in residence with the Children’s Defense Fund national youth program at the Freedom School

in Minneapolis. Mallard's feature quilts include his Tie Quilt, which chronicles the first four years of the Obama administration, and an embroidered denim jacket he presented to former President Jimmy Carter, which highlights key events of Carter’s political life.

“From Pieces to Peace” will be held at the church's Sanctuary Fellowship Hall, located at 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi. The event is free and open to the public. Details can be found at saintandrews.org/ inclusion.

Hear stories of the Holocaust

In recognition of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Shoreview Community Center is hosting a session titled “Why the Jews?” with guest speaker Ken Engel on Friday, Jan. 27, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Engel will share the story of his parents who survived the Holocaust. As a member of a number of notable Holocaust-related organizations, Engel has trained thousands of survivors, children and

grandchildren of survivors, community activists and lay members on how to share their stories.

The event is free, but registration is requested by Jan. 17 at shoreviewcommunitycenter.com.

Rotary to sponsor students for youth exchange program

The Rotary Club of Arden Hills-Shoreview is looking for two local students to sponsor to Rotary’s Short-Term Youth Exchange Program in the summer of 2023.

Those interested in applying can contact ardenhillsshoreviewrotary@gmail.com. Details are available at the North Star Youth Exchange website, northstaryouthexchange.com. The deadline has been extended Jan. 30.

PUBLIC NOTICES

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE 2: CONDEMNATION COURT FILE NO. 62-CV-22-6405

JUDGE MARK IRELAND NOTICE OF HEARING County of Ramsey, Petitioner, v.

John T. Steiner, Susan M. Chappuis, Chad Chappuis, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Jonathan Strombeck, Susan Strombeck, Michelle A. Pinney Molenaar, Hans J. Molenaar, The Servion Group, VoranDesoto, LLC, Gramsie Corner Mart, Mansetti’s Pizza & Pasta, Bravo Fitness, State Farm, Vintage Consignment, Fantastic Nails, Jade House, Healthy Day Chiropractic, CR Shoreview Acquisition, LLC, Voran711 Land Holdings, LLC, New Life Lutheran Church, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Northern States Power Company, Charles K. Rediske, Marcella J. Rediske, Northern States Power St. Paul Credit Union, Marc A. Fornier, Susan Fornier, Duane S. Young, Carol J. Young, William P. Kysylyczyn, The Huntington National Bank, Margaret G. Landby, Peter A. Milton, Dawn H. Milton, Caliber Home Loans, Inc., Jeffrey S. Schellpfeffer, Associated Bank, Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Curtis L. LaDuke, as Trustee of the Curtis L. LaDuke Revocable Living Trust, City of Shoreview, County of Ramsey, and all other parties unknown having any claimed right, title or interest in the premises herein, together with the unknown heirs or devisees, if any, of the parties that may be deceased, and including unknown spouses, if any, Respondents.

IN THE MATTER OF THE CONDEMNATION OF CERTAIN LAND TO THE RESPONDENTS HEREIN ABOVE NAMED: You, and each of you, are hereby notified that on the 15th day of February, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. via ZOOM before Judge Mark Ireland, Petitioner will present to the above-named court a Petition now on file herein for condemnation of certain land for highway purposes. Parties wishing to appear at the remote hearing at 3:00 p.m. on February 15, 2023, can join by logging into zoom.us/ join or by telephone. If you plan to appear by ZOOM or telephone, please contact James Mogen, petitioner’s attorney, at (651) 266-3121 or james.mogen@ co.ramsey.mn.us to obtain telephone or ZOOM details, and to receive a copy of any proposed exhibits and orders provided to the court. You may obtain the hearing information from the court, but failure to notify petitioner’s attorney of your attendance at the hearing may prevent you from having access to the exhibits and proposed orders submitted.

The object of the Petition is to acquire by “quick take” condemnation under the right of eminent domain the real property interests as described in the Petition.

The land desired and proposed to be taken are situated in Ramsey County, Minnesota, and are described in the Petition, together with the names of all persons appearing of record or known to Petitioner to be the owners of said land or interested therein including all whom Petitioner has been able by investigation and inquiry to discover, together with the nature of the ownership of each as nearly as can be ascertained.

At the hearing, the County of Ramsey will ask the Court for an order permitting payment to the respective owners or deposit with the Court an amount equal to Petitioner’s approved appraisal of value of the parcels described in the Petition, thereby transferring title and the right to possession of the property to the County of Ramsey effective March 13, 2023. Furthermore, the County of Ramsey will ask the Court to ascertain the allocation of funds so deposited and to establish a procedure for the withdrawal of those funds. Neither payment to the respective owners nor deposit with the Court shall prejudice or affect the right of a respective party to apply for additional payment in this proceeding. Finally, the County of Ramsey will ask the Court to establish procedures by which commissioners shall hear all allegations and proofs of persons interested herein.

A party wishing to challenge the public use or public purpose, necessity, or authority for a taking must appear at the court hearing and state the objection or must appeal within 60 days of a court order, and a court order approving the public use or public purpose, necessity, and authority for the taking is final unless an appeal is brought within 60 days after service of the order on the party. Furthermore, a party wishing to be heard as to the appointment of the commissioners who will ascertain the amount of damages must appear at the court hearing.

Any person not appearing at the hearing, or otherwise filing a notice of appearance with the district court, may not be notified of further hearings or actions related to the Petition.

Dated: December 27, 2022

JOHN J. CHOI, Ramsey County Attorney

By: /s/ James A. Mogen James A. Mogen, Assistant Ramsey County Attorney 121 7th Place East, Suite 4500 St. Paul, MN 55101-5001 (651) 266-3121

james.mogen@co.ramsey.mn.us

Attorney Reg. No. 0309266

Attorneys for Petitioner

Published three times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 4, 11 and 18, 2023.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE 2: CONDEMNATION COURT FILE NO. 62-CV-22-6405 JUDGE MARK IRELAND PETITION

County of Ramsey, Petitioner, v.

John T. Steiner, Susan M. Chappuis, Chad Chappuis, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Jonathan Strombeck, Susan Strombeck, Michelle A. Pinney Molenaar, Hans J. Molenaar, The Servion Group, VoranDesoto, LLC, Gramsie Corner Mart, Mansetti’s Pizza & Pasta, Bravo Fitness, State Farm, Vintage Consignment, Fantastic Nails, Jade House, Healthy Day Chiropractic, CR Shoreview Acquisition, LLC, Voran711 Land Holdings, LLC, New Life Lutheran Church, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Northern States Power Company, Charles K. Rediske, Marcella J. Rediske, Northern States Power St. Paul Credit Union, Marc A. Fornier, Susan Fornier, Duane S. Young, Carol J. Young, William P. Kysylyczyn, The Huntington National Bank, Margaret G. Landby, Peter A. Milton, Dawn H. Milton, Caliber Home Loans, Inc., Jeffrey S. Schellpfeffer, Associated Bank, Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Curtis L. LaDuke, as Trustee of the Curtis L. LaDuke Revocable Living Trust, City of Shoreview, County of Ramsey, and all other parties unknown having any claimed right, title or interest in the premises herein, together with the unknown heirs or devisees, if any, of the parties that may be deceased, and including unknown spouses, if any, Respondents.

IN THE MATTER OF THE CONDEMNATION OF CERTAIN LAND TO: THE DISTRICT COURT ABOVE NAMED The County of Ramsey brings this Petition and respectfully states and alleges:

I.

That this proceeding is taken pursuant to law in the name of and on behalf of the County of Ramsey, State of Minnesota, by John J. Choi, the duly elected, qualified and acting County Attorney, at the request of the Board of County Commissioners of Ramsey County, as shown by County Board Resolution No. B2021-040, dated February 16, 2021, a certified copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and made a part hereof.

II.

That the County of Ramsey also deems it necessary, expedient, and for a public use and purpose to obtain by “quick take” condemnation under the right

of eminent domain the respective fee simple title, permanent easements and temporary construction easements in the lands as described in this Petition, together with all structures, trees, shrubs, grass and herbage to be damaged thereby.

III.

In the attached Exhibit B, where “fee title” is identified, the interest being conveyed is fee simple title.

IV.

In the attached Exhibit B, where a “permanent easement” is identified, the interests being conveyed include all rights necessary for the construction, operation, and maintenance of all public right-of-way and utility uses now known or adopted in the future. Such rights include, but are not limited to, the right: to remove and use all plants, trees, ground cover, and natural growth now existing, or later planted or grown; to permanently grade or alter the grade of the land, and to remove and use all earth and other material not reasonably necessary for lateral and subjacent support; to limit or allow the location, number, and related characteristics of access from the remainder property to the public right-of-way; to store equipment or supplies; to access, both ingress and egress, from the most reasonably convenient rights-of-way; to remove any physical improvements or fixtures that interfere with its use as a public right-of-way; and to exclude from the area any use or improvement that conflicts with the rights conveyed herein. Reasonable and convenient access to the remainder will be maintained.

V.

In the attached Exhibit B, where a “temporary easement” is identified, the interests being conveyed include all rights of possession and use, for a limited period of time, necessary or incidental to support the related construction project, including the right: to stage equipment or supplies; to access other portions of the construction project; to make minimal permanent alterations to the grade of the land that do not substantially impact the remainder; to remove (and restore in substantially similar condition) any plants, ground cover, or physical improvements; to access, both ingress and egress, from the most reasonably convenient rights-of-way; and to install any temporary improvements. Reasonable and convenient access to the remainder will be maintained. The term of the temporary easement shall be for 24 months beginning on March 13, 2023 and ending March 12, 2025, or for 24 months from the date when granted pursuant to order of the district court, whichever is later. In addition, the interests identified in this paragraph include the option of the Petitioner to extend the temporary easement for up to two six-month terms to be held consecutive to the original term and to each other at the monthly rate determined for the initial term.

VI.

Personal property not specifically identified as being acquired, including, but not limited to, fencing, irrigation systems, pavement, curbing, or signage, or trees, shrubs, plants, or ground covering, is not included in this petition, except to the extent the above rights provide for the removal, replacement, use, or repair of such property. It is the intention of the Petitioner to address any claim of damage related to personal property destroyed, removed, lost, or otherwise damaged, but not repaired or replaced in substantially similar condition, in accordance with applicable relocation laws, including Minn. Stat. § 117.50 - .56 or the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, and any regulations adopted pursuant thereto.

VII.

That the purpose for which said interests in land described in this Petition are being acquired is for the widening, addition to and realignment of Hodgson Road for the purpose of public travel and transportation and related uses. VIII.

The taking in this matter is to obtain rights sufficient to support the construction and maintenance of a public highway, including related facilities. Unless specifically identified, pre-existing utility, pipeline, access, and other easements or interests shall remain in full force and effect and shall only be impaired to the extent necessary for the County of Ramsey to construct and maintain a public highway, and related uses, on the land being acquired. For any parcel being taken by this condemnation proceeding that is subject to pre-existing utility, pipeline, access, or other easements or interests, the County of Ramsey shall work as needed with the easement holder to adjust facilities to accommodate the construction or to adjust construction plans to minimize related damages.

IX.

It is the intent of the Petitioner that reasonable access, in at least one direction, to the main thoroughfare will be maintained for any remaining interest of a property from which a permanent or temporary easement is taken.

X.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, should tests or evaluations undertaken by or on behalf of the County of Ramsey indicate the possible presence of pollutants, contaminants, or hazardous substances on any of the property described in this Petition, the County of Ramsey reserves the right to defer effecting the transfer of the interest to any of the property as described herein for a reasonable time until the County of Ramsey can evaluate whether it wishes to proceed with the taking, abandon these proceedings and dismiss the Petition as to said property, or otherwise respond to such information.

Further, the County of Ramsey reserves the right to recover costs of clean-up and testing and all other damages resulting from the presence of pollutants, contaminates, or hazardous substances on the property described herein, from all potentially responsible parties in a separate legal action.

XI.

That a party wishing to challenge the public use or public purpose, necessity, or authority for a taking must appear at the hearing of this Court at which the County of Ramsey, as Petitioner, shall present this Petition to the Court and state the objection or must appeal within 60 days of a Court order.

XII.

That the land in these proceedings to be taken are situated in Ramsey County, Minnesota and are more particularly described in attached Exhibit B which is made a part hereof. The names of all persons appearing of record or known to the County of Ramsey to be the owners of said land, or interested therein, including all whom the County of Ramsey has been able by investigation and inquiry to discover, together with the nature of the ownership of each, as nearly as can be ascertained, are set forth on attached Exhibit B.

XIII.

The County of Ramsey hereby moves the court for an order transferring title and possession of the parcels described herein prior to filing of an award by the court appointed commissioners, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes § 117.042.

WHEREFORE, the County of Ramsey prays for an order of this Court as follows:

1. Adjudging that said taking is for a public purpose, is necessary, and is authorized by law; and

2. It be further adjudged that the County of Ramsey is entitled to take and hold such property for the public use pursuant to the Notice of Intent to Take Possession, on file with this Court; and

3. Appointing three disinterested commissioners, and at least two alternates, to ascertain and report the amount of damages that will be sustained by the several owners on account of the taking; fixing the time and place of the first meeting of the three commissioners; prescribing their compensation; establishing procedures for the disbursement of funds deposited with the district court; establishing procedures by which commissioners shall hear all allegations and proofs of persons interested herein; and requiring the commissioners to file their report with the District Court Administrator within 365 days from the date of the order appointing the commissioners unless said time be further extended by order of the Court; and

4. For such other and further relief as may be proper and pursuant to law.

Dated: December 27, 2022

JOHN J. CHOI, Ramsey County Attorney

By: /s/ James A. Mogen James A. Mogen, Assistant Ramsey County Attorney 121 7th Place East, Suite 4500 St. Paul, MN 55101-5001 (651) 266-3121

james.mogen@co.ramsey.mn.us Attorney Reg. No. 0309266

Attorneys for Petitioner

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The undersigned hereby acknowledges that costs, disbursements, and reasonable attorney and witness fees may be awarded pursuant to Minn. Stat. Section 549.211 to the party against whom the allegations in this pleading are asserted.

/s/ James A. Mogen James A. Mogen

EXHIBIT A RAMSEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS RESOLUTION

B2021-040

Sponsor: Public Works Meeting Date: 2/16/2021

Title: 2021 - 2025 Transportation Improvement Program File Number: 2021-037

Background and Rationale:

In order to qualify for state and federal funding and to proceed with construction projects, the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners must approve the Public Works 5-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP is a planning document and funding estimates identified in the TIP are reflected in the County’s Capital Improvements Program Budget. Similar programs havebeen developed each year since 1988.

The Public Works Department, annually, prepares the TIP using a collaborative process whereby the County solicits projects and input from area municipalities. Project inclusion in the TIP is based on a cooperative dialogue with municipal and state partners, along with technical analysis and consideration of funding opportunities. While funding limits will continue to challenge program delivery, communication and engagement with municipal partners ensures local needs and prioritiesare examined and addressed to the extent possible.

Projects included in the TIP are also looked at through the lens of the Ramsey County All Abilities Transportation Network (AATN) policy, which prioritizes the most vulnerable users (i.e. pedestrians, bicyclists, people with disabilities) first.

The design, construction and right of way costs identified in the TIP are estimates based on best practices in the industry. The funding landscape for transportation projects can be volatile and the ultimate delivery of the TIP is dependent on future funding levels. Partnering on projects with area communities, bordering counties, the Minnesota Department of Transportation and other state agencies will continue to be a critical way for Ramsey County to get the most from our available funds.

Recommendation:

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners resolved to: Adopt the 2021-2025 Public Works Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).

1.Authorize the County Engineer to prepare plans and agreements for all projects identified in theTIP, and to issue solicitations in accordance with County policies and procedures and the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s list of “Pre-Qualified Vendors by Work Type”.

2. Authorize the County Engineer to execute Right of Way Plats and Certificate of Surveys for Highway projects that require the determination of existing right of way for the delineation and /oracquisition of property, for planning studies or disposition of excess County property.

3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into contracts and agreements, and execute change orders and amendments to contracts, supplemental agreements, and agreements related to theexpenditure of TIP Project Funds utilizing County State Aid, Federal, and participating funding associated with the construction of the approved projects in the 2021-2025 or a previously approved TIP in accordance with the County’s procurement policies and procedures.

4. Authorize the County Engineer and County Attorney to acquire temporary easements, permanent easements, fee title, and enter into Limited Use Permits with the State of Minnesota for projects in the 2021-2025 TIP, or previously approved TIP, by negotiation or condemnation.

5. Authorize the County Engineer to approve negotiated settlements for up to $100,000 over the County’s appraised value per parcel for temporary and permanent easements and fee title.

6. Authorize the County Manager to approve and execute purchase agreements, settlements, closing documents, Limited Use Permits, and other related real estate documentation associated with County Board approved acquisitions of real property.

7. Authorize the County Manager to approve and execute cooperative agreements and maintenance agreements with cities, counties, the State, and other governmental agencies for their participation in projects listed in the 2021-2025 Public Works TIP or previously approved TIP.

8. Authorize temporary cash loans from the County General Fund to the Road and Bridge Capital Improvement Program fund and the Wheelage Tax fund for costs of projects listed in the 9. 2021-2025 Public Works Transportation Program, or previously approved TIP, and for maintenance project expenditures occurring before bond or wheelage tax proceeds are received pending receipt of Federal, County State Aid Highway, State, participating funds.

A motion to approve was made by Commissioner McGuire, seconded by Commissioner MatasCastillo.

Motion passed.

Aye: - 7: Carter, Frethem, MatasCastillo, McDonough, McGuire, Ortega, and ReinhardT

By: Janet Guthrie

I, Mee Cheng, Chief Clerk - County Board, duly appointed and qualified for Ramsey County, Minnesota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of Resolution B2021-040, passed by the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners on 2/16/2021.

Attest: /s/ Mee Cheng Chief Clerk - County Board, Mee Cheng Date Certified

EXHIBIT B

PARCEL 37

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 37, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023440081

ADDRESS: 193 County Road F West

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

John T. Steiner Fee owners

Susan M. Chappuis

Chad Chappuis Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Mortgagee

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 41

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 41, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE

STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023440077

ADDRESS: 165 Co. Rd. F West

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

Jonathan Strombeck Fee Susan Strombeck

PUBLIC NOTICES

ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments

County of Ramsey Possible property taxes and Medical Assistance Lien

PARCEL 42

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 42, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023440076

ADDRESS: 157 County Road F West NAME NATURE OF INTEREST Michelle A. Pinney Molenaar Fee

Hans J. Molenaar

The Servion Group Mortgagee

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 57 AND 57A

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 57, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 57, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

OTHER TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION (PARCEL 57A):

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 57A, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 253023110190

ADDRESS: 3987 Rice St.

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST VoranDesoto, LLC Fee Gramsie Corner Mart Tenants Mansetti’s Pizza & Pasta Bravo Fitness State Farm Vintage Consignment / Naked Darling Fantastic Nails Jade House Healthy Day Chiropractic CR Shoreview Acquisition, LLC Easement holder City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 58

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 58, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 58, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 253023110114

ADDRESS: 0 Gramsie Rd.

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

Voran711 Land Holdings, LLC Fee

CR Shoreview Acquisition, LLC Easement holder

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 59

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 59, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION: Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 59, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 253023110115

ADDRESS: 0 Gramsie Rd.

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

Voran711 Land Holdings, LLC Fee CR Shoreview Acquisition, LLC Easement holder City of Shoreview Possible special assessments and easement County of Ramsey

Possible property taxes

PARCEL 60

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 60, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 60, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 253023110003

ADDRESS: 0 Gramsie Rd.

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST Voran711 Land Holdings, LLC Fee City of Shoreview

Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 62

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 62, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PERMANENT DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION (PARCELS 62A & 62B):

Over, under and across Parcel 62A and Parcel 62B, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 62, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 45 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD AND C.S.A.H. 12 – COUNTY ROAD F AND C.S.A.H. 54 – RICE STREET, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 253023110001

ADDRESS: 180 County Road F West

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST New Life Lutheran Church Fee

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Mortgagee

Northern States Power Company Easement holder

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 81

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 81, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 42 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023420031

ADDRESS: 4285 Hodgson Road

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST Charles K. Rediske Fee

Marcella J. Rediske

Northern States Power St. Paul

Credit Union Mortgagee

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 83

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 83, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 42 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023420016

ADDRESS: 315 Colleen Avenue NAME NATURE OF INTEREST Marc A. Fornier Fee Susan Fornier

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Mortgagee

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 86

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 86, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 42 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023130048

ADDRESS: 4345 Hodgson Road

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST Duane S. Young Fee

Carol J. Young City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 95

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 95, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 41 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023130025

ADDRESS: 4435 Hodgson Road

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST William P. Kysylyczyn Fee

The Huntington National Bank Mortgagee City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 97

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 97, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 41 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023120054

ADDRESS: 4449 Hodgson Rd.

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST Margaret G. Landby Fee City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 99

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 99, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 41 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 99, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 41 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023120070

ADDRESS: 4467 Hodgson Rd.

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

Peter A. Milton Fee Dawn H. Milton

Caliber Home Loans, Inc. Mortgagee

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 100

PERMANENT RIGHT-OF-WAY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Parcel 100, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 41 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

TEMPORARY EASEMENT DESCRIPTION:

Over, under and across Temporary Easement Parcel 100, RAMSEY COUNTY HIGHWAY RIGHT OF WAY PLAT NO. 41 – C.S.A.H. 49 – HODGSON ROAD, as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023120069

ADDRESS: 4477 Hodgson Rd.

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

Jeffrey S. Schellpfeffer Fee

Associated Bank Mortgagee

Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Mortgagee Wells Fargo Bank, NA Mortgagee

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

PARCEL 103

FEE ACQUISITION – TOTAL EXISTING PARCEL DESCRIPTION:

Lot 1, Block 2, BRIDGE COURT EAST ADDITION as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Ramsey County, Minnesota.

PIN: 243023210057

ADDRESS: 0 Bridge Ct.

NAME NATURE OF INTEREST

Curtis L. LaDuke, as Trustee of the Curtis L. LaDuke Revocable Living Trust Fee

City of Shoreview Possible special assessments County of Ramsey Possible property taxes

Published three times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 4, 11 and 18, 2023.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Shoreview Heating and Air Conditioning

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 495 Snail Lake Rd

Shoreview, MN 55126

3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business.

Leithauser Home Service Inc. 495 Snail Lake Rd Shoreview, MN 55126

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: December 12, 2022

Signed: Jason Leithauser

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 4 and 11, 2023.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: NEO Computers

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 475 Old Highway 8 Northwest, STE 264 New Brighton, MN 55112

3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business. SHOOZ LLC 475 Old Highway 8 Northwest, STE 264 New Brighton, MN 55112

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: December 14, 2022

Signed: Stephen Schuler

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 4 and 11, 2023.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Flooring Solutions by Dreamodel

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 245 E Roselawn Avenue Suite 19 Maplewood, MN 55117

3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business. Tremble Inc. 245 E Roselawn Avenue Suite 19 Maplewood, MN 55117

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: December 7, 2022

Signed: Jon Brennhofer, Owner Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 4 and 11, 2023.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: MELVIN MATTHES JR

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: “In Care Of “ 2050 West Indiana Avenue Philadelphia Pennsylvania 0000000000 USA

3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business.

Melvin Matthes Jr “In Care Of “ 2050 West Indiana Avenue

Philadelphia Pennsylvania 0000000000 USA

Matthes Melvin Jr “In Care Of “ 2050 West Indiana Avenue

Philadelphia Pennsylvania 0000000000 USA

Matthes Melvin, Jr.,And any other appellation of spelling thereof Jr “In Care Of “ 2050 West Indiana Avenue

Philadelphia Pennsylvania 0000000000 USA

:Melvin- Matthes, Jr “In Care Of “ 2050 West Indiana Avenue

Philadelphia Pennsylvania 0000000000 USA

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: November 3, 2023

Signed: :Melvin-Matthes,Jr.,Statutory Agent, Authorized Representative of the Represented Person,Bene.

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 11 and 18, 2023.

Moving massive amounts of snow

Above: A White Bear Lake Public Works driver guides his snowplow through piles of packed snow accumulation while recently clearing a sidewalk along County Rd. E on the south side of the city. City workers were kept busy following a series of near record-breaking days of heavy snowfall in the area.

At right: The moon rises over a mountain-like landscape created by sizable mounds of snow deposited along Lake Avenue near the marina docks.

Above: Zachary Johnson practices his climbing skills on a snow pile Lakewood Hills Park. The recent series of snowfalls were a chore to shovel and made driving a challenge, but also provided an excellent base for skiing, snowboarding and sledding once area residents were able to dig themselves out.

At left: Like “The Little Engine That Could,” a public works snowplow finally bursts through a final wall of heavy, packed snow while clearing a pedestrian path.

PAUL DOLS | PRESS PUBLICATIONS

For gifting and lifting the holiday mood, nothing compares to the joy of good food.

This year, as we savor seasonal fare, WE’LL BE GRATEFUL for local growers who care.

Raising a glass to another great year – let’s toast to employees who do great work here.

Now is the time to eat, drink and be merry, and make this year’s holiday cheer legendary.

Paul Lee Fink

Age 78. Of White Bear. Died peacefully on Dec. 23 after a long battle with declining health. Paul served in the Air Force and MN air national guard for 36 years; including as commander of 237th air traffic control flight and executive officer of the 133 airlift wing. He is preceded in death by parents Laverne and Vernon Fink; brother Fred. Survived by wife of 49 ½ years Margaret “Peggy” Fink; children David (Sarah) Fink, Katie (Tim) Prochnau, and Joshua (Sarah) Fink; grandchildren Graham, Bieatrice, Ingrid, and William Fink; Elijah, Hannah, Micah, and Sarah Prochnau; Kinsley Fink. Memorial service on Sat. Feb. 18th at 11 AM at STRAITGATE CHURCH, 638 E Franklin Ave. MPLS, MN. Visitation one hour prior. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Wildriverconcervency.org; Youth Sailing Resources (YSR); or Union Gospel Mission (St. Paul).

Larry F. Winczewski

Age 89, of White Bear Lake. Passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary; son Robert; brother Ted. Survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Ann; children Ann (Matthew) Armstrong and Joe, Daughter-inlaw Corrie; grandchildren David (Hannah), Christina (Phil) Primeau, Travis and Mindi; great-grandchildren Taylor, Kayla, Joey, Logan and Jake; sisters-in-law Dorothy Winczewski, and Teresa Dietz; and many other relatives and friends. Larry was an Air Force Veteran, a retired supervisor at Ramsey County Public Works, and a member of the St. Paul Clown Club. He had a lifelong love of airplanes and sailing ships. Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, January 6, 2023 at St. Mary Of The Lake Catholic Church, 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake, with a visitation one hour before Mass. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Arrangements with Honsa Family Funeral Home, 651-429-6172.

DEATH NOTICE

Rosemary Ogren

Age 86 , preceded in death by husband, Harvey. Survived by children Al, Brenda, Cathy and Dave; 5 grandchildren, as well as great-grandchildren and brother Marty. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial took place on Tues. Jan. 10th. Arrangements by Honsa Family Funeral Home

White Bear Lake ROTARY ACADEMIC ACHIEVER

Eileen Berger

Eileen Berger (Opatz) was born on May 3, 1926 in Sauk Rapids, MN. She graduated from Cathedral High School, St. Cloud, MN and was the first of her family to graduate from college. During World War II, she helped build C47 transport planes as a “Rosie the Riveter”. After graduation from the College of St. Benedict (1948), she taught in Big Lake and Forest Lake, MN. She married Gerald Berger in 1950 and was a stay-at-home mother to five children: Joan, Jay, Paul, Mark and Julie. During this time, she became an active alumnae of the College of St. Benedict as President and Class Representative for over 40 years. She and Gerry traveled the world, and even in her later years, she continued organizing trips abroad with her family.

For a number of years, she taught English as a Second Language to young women through the University of Minnesota. Her love of singing included church choirs and a long-time association with the Silver Harmony Singers in White Bear Lake.

For over twenty years she volunteered as a teacher and Religious Education Director, a cantor and lector at St. Jude of the Lake Parish in Mahtomedi. At age 50, she became a volunteer foreign student advisor at Lakewood Community College and made life-long friends from Iran, Saudi Arabia, The Gambia Nigeria, Germany, France, Japan, Korea and China. In addition to her family, her students were the biggest joy in her life. It was during this time that she earned a Master’s Degree at the University of Wisconsin/River Falls. She was on the first board of directors for the White Bear Center for the Arts and co-president when the organization hired its first director and moved to the Armory.

In 1989, at age 63, Eileen wrote the 50-year history of St. Jude’s Parish and learned to use the computer. During the following 25 years, she wrote the following family histories: Alex Opatz Family History, Stephen Sobiech Family History, Mary DeLa Hunt History, her three -volume autobiography and the George Berger Family History. In 2017, at age 90, she and her daughter Joan Berger Bachman, co-authored a conversational manual called If Only You Would Ask, a helpful tool to foster meaningful conversation with the elderly. After age 90, she continued teaching a group of beloved students from India, Ecuador and Mexico. During the remaining years of her life, she wrote poetry. Her other favorite activities included entertaining, teaching her children calligraphy and writing. She enjoyed playing tennis until age 91.

Preceding her in death was her husband Gerald, brothers Ralph, James and Jerry. Her descendants include her beloved children: Joan (John), Jay (Patricia), Paul (Mary Cecilia), Mark (Daria); 13 grandchildren: Anna, Sam, Maria, Natalie, Olivia, Lorna, Beau, Greta, Allegra, Luke, Michael, Lily and Adeline; and seven great-grandchildren: Jack, Caroline, Blake, Emma, Bella, William and John and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, January 14, at Church of St. Pius X, 3878 Highland Ave, White Bear Lake. Visitation will be held from 4-7:30 PM on Friday, January 13, at Mueller Memorial, 4738 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake, and also an hour prior to the mass on Saturday. Private family interment. Memorials Preferred to the College of St. Benedict, Eileen Berger Scholarship Fund.

Estelle M. (Muraski) Schwab

Garret Siebe Roosma

Garret Siebe Roosma, 70, of Marco Island, Florida, formerly of Hugo, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at his home in the care of AVOW Hospice. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Emily Goodpasture Roosma. He is also survived by two sons and daughtersin-law, Colin and Laura of Croton-On-Hudson, New York and Ian and Kate of Bethesda, Maryland as well as four grandchildren, Calvin, Ravella, Bruce, and Remmy.

Garret was a graduate of Montclair Academy, Ohio Wesleyan University, and the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. His career in finance took him from The Amerada Hess Corp. to General Cable Corp., Butler International, The Hertz Corp., and Smarte Carte Inc. where he was Executive Vice President and CFO. He was an MBA, CPA, and CCM.

He was known for his love and devotion to his family, his chess playing, his love of music, and his wicked sense of humor. On Marco Island he could be found enjoying Monday morning chess at Marco Lutheran Church and every morning at the 7-Eleven men’s coffee gathering.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 21 at 11:00am at Marco Lutheran Church. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be made to AVOW Hospice of Naples, Florida.

Rick P. Paulson

12/29/1959-12/21/2022

It is with great sadness to announce Rick’s sudden passing. Rick was such an enormous part of everyone’s life and always made sure that we were all taken care of, including everyone in the town of Willernie where he was the City Engineer.

Rick is survived by his mother, Joyce Povolny and sisters,Debra, Betti (Mark), Dianna (Jim), many nieces, nephews,and a long string of friends that our family could not thank enough for all that they have done to help us get through this loss.

Preceded in death by his father Richard Paulson and brother Dwight Paulson.

Rick will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone that he interacted with.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held January 4, 2023 at ST. JUDE OF THE LAKE 700 Mahtomedi Avenue, Mahtomedi, MN. Arrangements by Honsa Family Funeral Home.

Dr. Joseph Martin Hallman

It is with sadness and great love that the family of Joseph Martin Hallman announces his sudden passing on January 1, 2023, at the age of 83.

Rotary Matters

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Lila Paradise is an exemplary student at Central Middle School. Lila not only has an incredible work ethic, but helps those around her feel successful in their work as well. She radiates positivity, even in the face of adversity. She challenges herself by taking advanced courses like, honors geometry and enriched geography. She excels in all of her coursework. Lila is passionate about reading and contributes great questions to the conversation.

Lila is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and is a member of Central Serves which is a group that does outreach and projects for the White Bear Lake community. Outside of school Lila is an avid soccer player.

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Estelle M. (Muraski) Schwab, age 87, of White Bear Lake, MN passed away January 2, 2023. Preceded in death by husband William; and parents Irene and Harold Muraski. Survived by children, Stephanie (Daniel) FitzPatrick, John (Kari), Anne-Denise (Larry) FitzPatrick and Mark (Michelle); 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandsons. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 AM on Friday, January 20th, 2023 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3878 Highland Avenue, Whit Bear Lake, MN, with visitation one hour before Mass. Rosary to begin at 10:45. Private family burial at Calvary Cemetery, St. Paul, MN. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to St. Pius X parish and or St. Pius X Appalachia Project. Arrangements with Honsa Family Funeral Home, 651-429-6172.

Joseph was preceded in death by his parents Anthony Francis Hallman and Anne Elizabeth Hallman. He is survived by his wife, Janice Ray Hallman, his children David (Brenda), Eric and Sara and grandchildren Charlotte, Graham, Megan, Elm and Isaac, and his siblings Anita, Michael, Anthony Jr and Luke.

Joseph will be lovingly remembered by many for his passion for playing bluegrass music on his guitar, his generous heart, his deep commitment to his family and loved ones, his (at times) irreverent and raw sense of humor and his relentless adoration of the Green Bay Packers. Joseph had a lifelong devotion to learning and scholarship, spending his career as a distinguished professor and scholar. Joseph started his career at Wheeling Jesuit College and then was affiliated with the University of St. Thomas for more than 40 years, first as a Professor of Theology and then as Emeritus Professor.

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PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES • PUBLIC NOTICES

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: AZIZ PATEL

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: Care of 1215 Mix Road Northwest

Olympia Washington 00000

3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business.

Patel Patel Care of 1215 Mix Road Northwest

Olympia Washington 00000

Aziz Patel, AUTHORIZE REPRESENTATIVE Care of 1215 Mix Road Northwest Olympia Washington 00000

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: December 28, 2022

Signed: Aziz-Patel: Doe:, Authorize Representative Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 11 and 18, 2022.

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE

CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME

Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes; the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting a commercial business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies:

1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Green Tree Risk Partners

2. The street address of the principal place of business is or will be: 1111 East 54th Street, Suite 129 Indianapolis IN 46220

3. The name and street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, including any corporation that may be conducting this business.

Allied Building Material Agency, Inc. 1111 East 54th Street, Suite 129 Indianapolis IN 46220

I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath.

Dated: November 11, 2022

Signed: Harold L. Jamison

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 11 and 18, 2022.

RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA

PUBLIC NOTICE

SOLICITATION OPPORTUNITIES

Ramsey County releases solicitation opportunities on DemandStar as an alternative method of public notice pursuant to Section 331A.03 of the Minnesota Statutes. Individuals may go to the “How to Contract with Ramsey County” section of the “Doing Business with Ramsey County” webpage at ramseycounty.us/ContractWithRamsey to access registration information. If you are new to DemandStar, please follow the DemandStar registration instructions on the “How to Contract with Ramsey County” webpage. Access to all Ramsey County documents is free if the instructions that are posted are followed. You may call 651-266-8072 or email ProcurementTeam@ ramseycounty.us if you need assistance.

Ramsey County is accepting only electronic Request for Bids (RFBs) responses submitted through DemandStar. Public openings are conducted digitally, as a video conference. See the link above for details. To view current solicitations, please go to: https://bit.ly/3W8XWan

SOLICITATION: RFB-PUBW27242-KB

OPENING DATE: 1/26/2023

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY (THE “COUNTY”), THROUGH THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, SEEKS CONSTRUCTION BIDS FOR LAMBROS DITCH IN ARDEN HILLS.

SOLICITATION: RFB-PUBW27275-KB

OPENING DATE: 2/2/23

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS QUALIFIED CONTRACTOR FOR SIGNAL MODIFICATIONS THROUGH THE COUNTY.

SOLICITATION: RFP-HR3199-SK

OPENING DATE: 2/14/2023

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY (THE “COUNTY”), THROUGH THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, SEEKS PROPOSALS FROM QUALIFIED VENDORS FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE COUNTY’S FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS AND TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT.

SOLICITATION: RFB-PRK21109-AP

OPENING DATE: FEBRUARY 2, 2023

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT, SEEKS A CONTRACTOR TO CONSTRUCT IMPROVEMENTS CONSISTING OF SITE INFRASTRUCTURE, CONCRETE PAVEMENTS, GRADING, STORMWATER MANAGEMENT, FENCING, AND RESTORATION IMPROVEMENTS AT RAMSEY COUNTY REGIONAL PARK OFF-LEASH DOG AREAS (OLDA).

PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: PARKS ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 2015 VAN DYKE ST., MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109. JANUARY 27, 2023. 9:00 AM CST

SOLICITATION: RFP-HR3196-KD

OPENING DATE: FEBRUARY 14, 2023

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, SEEKS TO PROVIDE A DENTAL CARE PLAN TO PARTICIPANTS EMPLOYED BY RAMSEY COUNTY AND THEIR IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS.

Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 11, 2023.

RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA OFFICE OF THE COUNTY MANAGER ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MINUTES

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2022

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:12 a.m. with the following members present: Carter, Frethem, McDonough, McGuire, Ortega, Reinhardt, and Chair MatasCastillo. Also present were Ryan O’Connor, County Manager, and Sam Clark, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County Attorney’s Office.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - Read by Commissioner Reinhardt. AGENDA of December 20, 2022 was presented for approval. Motioned by McGuire, seconded by Frethem. Unanimously approved.

MINUTES of December 13, 2022 were presented for approval. Motioned by Carter, seconded by Ortega. Unanimously approved.

ADMINISTRATIVE ITEM

Public Health – Proposed Changes to Public Health Clinical Fees. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-293)

Social Services – Social Services Department Annual Authority for Procurement Requests. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-294)

Financial Assistance Services – Financial Assistance Services Department Annual Authority for Procurement Requests. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-295)

Community Corrections – Community Corrections Department Annual Authority for Procurement Requests. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-296)

Community Corrections – Memorandum of Understanding with Independent School District No. 625, Saint Paul Public Schools for Title I Part D Funds. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-297)

Property Management, County Attorney’s Office – Lease Agreement with Ecolab USA Inc. and 360 Wabasha Building Due Diligence and Design Project. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-298)

Community & Economic Development – Certification of Property Assessed Clean Energy Charges for Energy Improvements. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-299)

Community & Economic Development – Obligation of American Rescue Plan Act Funding Towards Affordable Housing Development. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-300)

County Attorney’s Office – 2023 Salary Rate for the Ramsey County Attorney. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-301)

Human Resources – Revised Salary Grade for 3 Job Classifications in the Safety & Justice Service Team. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-302)

Policy & Planning – 2023 Ramsey County State Legislative Platform. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022303)

Policy & Planning – 2023 Ramsey County Federal Legislative Platform. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by McDonough. Unanimously approved. (B2022-304)

Community & Economic Development – Fourth Preliminary Development Agreement with AECOM for the Development of Ramsey County Riverfront Properties. Motion by Reinhardt, seconded by Ortega. Unanimously approved. (B2022-305)

PROCLAMATION

Board of Commissioners – Commissioner Toni Carter. Presented by Commissioner McGuire. Discussion can be found on archived video.

Board of Commissioners – Commissioner Jim McDonough. Presented by Commissioner Ortega. Discussion can be found on archived video.

COUNTY CONNECTIONS - Presented by County Manager, Ryan O’Connor. Discussion can be found on archived video.

OUTSIDE BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS – Discussion can be found on archived video.

BOARD CHAIR UPDATE - Presented by Chair MatasCastillo. Discussion can be found on archived video.

ADJOURNMENT - Chair MatasCastillo declared the meeting adjourned at 10:09 a.m.

Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 11, 2023.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-22-1077

NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In the Matter of the Estate of Virginia Samuelson, Deceased.

IT IS ORDERED AND NOTICE is given that on January 24, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 West Kellogg Boulevard, Courtroom 1670, St. Paul, Minnesota 55102 for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent, dated November 5, 2018, under Minn. Stat. § 524.2-513, (“Will”) and an undated Separate Writing, and for the appointment of Patricia Pfoser, whose address is 9660 S. Robert Ct., Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent in a supervised administration.

Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. If objections are filed, another hearing may be scheduled.

Any charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceeding be given to the attorney general pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section §501B.41, Subdivision 5.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by mailing a copy of this Notice and Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing date to all interested persons and persons who have filed a demand for notice.

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

Information on how to participate in the remote hearing can be obtained by calling the Court at 651-266-8245.

BY THE COURT

Date: December 20, 2022

Laura J. Stevens, Probate Registrar

Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator

Self-Represented Litigant: Patricia Pfoser 9660 S. Robert Ct.

Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 4 and 11, 2023.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, RAMSEY COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NUMBER: 62-PR-22-1023

CASE TYPE: INFORMAL PROBATE

NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS (WITHOUT A WILL)

In re the Estate of: Nancy Sylvia Gramse, Decedent.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that an application for informal appointment of personal representatives has been filed with the Probate Registrar. No will has been presented for probate. The application has been granted. Notice is also

given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following: Kari Plasch, 31310 Foxhill Avenue, Stacy, MN 55079

Katherine Stickler, 3200 Orchard Court, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 as Personal Representatives of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as Personal Representative or may object to the appointment of the Personal Representatives. Unless objections are filed pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-607, and the court otherwise orders, the Personal Representatives have full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.

Notice is also given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representatives or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice, or the claims will be barred.

Date: December 19, 2022

Laura J. Stevens, Probate Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator

Self-Represented Litigants: Kari Plasch 31310 Foxhill Avenue

Stacy, MN 55079

Katherine Stickler 3200 Orchard Court White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 11 and 18, 2023.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION COURT

FILE NO. 62-PR-22-1060

NOTICE AND ORDER

FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR

FORMAL

PROBATE OF WILL, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In the Matter of the Estate of John Charles Goodman, Deceased.

IT IS ORDERED AND NOTICE is given that on January 31, 2023, at 9:45 a.m., hearing will be held using remote technology in this Court at Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 West Kellogg Boulevard, Courtroom 1670, St. Paul, Minnesota, 55102 for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent, dated July 7, 2010, under Minn. Stat. § 524.2-513, (“Will”*) and for the appointment of Daniel Raymond Goodman, whose address is 2003 Highland Pkwy, St. Paul, MN 55116, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration.

Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate. If objections are filed, another hearing may be scheduled.

Any charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceeding be given to the attorney general pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 501B.41, Subdivision 5.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by mailing a copy of this Notice and Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing date to all interested persons and persons who have filed a demand for notice.

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

Information on how to participate in the remote hearing can be obtained by calling the Court at 651-266-8145.

Date: December 21, 2022

BY THE COURT Michael Upton, Court Administrator

By: Benjamin Linker, Deputy Court Administrator

Self-Represented Litigent: Daniel Raymond Goodman 2003 Highland Pkwy St. Paul, MN 55116

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 11 and 18, 2023.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, RAMSEY COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NUMBER: 62-PR-22-811

CASE TYPE: INFORMAL PROBATE

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Estate of: Edgar Thomas Gorman, Jr., Decedent.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS:

Notice is hereby given that an Amended Application filed on November 23, 2022 for informal probate of the above-named Decedent’s Last Will dated February 28, 1998 and Codicil dated July 8, 2009 (“Will”) have been filed with the Probate Registrar, and the Amended Application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following: Michael Gorman 2588 Eagle Valley Drive Woodbury, MN 55129 as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative.

Unless objections are filed pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-607, and the court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.

Any objections to the probate of the Will, or to the appointment of the personal representative, must be filed with this court and will be heard by the court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing.

Notice is also given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice, or the claims will be barred.

Laura J. Stevens, Probate Registrar

Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator

Date: November 28, 2022

Attorney for Personal Representative: Paul E. Overson (#0195005)

Coodin & Overson, PLLP

8681 Eagle Point Boulevard

Lake Elmo, MN 55042 (651) 209-1155

paul@coodinoverson.com

Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on January 11 and 18, 2023.

Zephyr gymnasts, Bush champs at MGGOA gala

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS WRITER

Abbey Bush became the first Mahtomedi gymnast to win all-around at Minnesota Girls Gymnastics Officials Association and led the Zephyrs to just their second team title in an event where they’ve competed since the 1990s.

Bush, a senior, tallied 36.425 points, achieving a title that coach Debbie Driscoll noted has eluded numerous Zephyr state champions over the years. Bush won bars (9.275), took second in vault (9.35) and floor (9.225), and third on beam (8.575).

Top three teams among eight in the upper division at Park Center were Mahtomedi 135.85, Lakeville South 135.50, and Apple Valley/Eastview 129.5. Mahtomedi’s other first came two years ago.

Alix Fox placed eighth all-around (32.70), ninth on vault (8.45), and 11th on floor (8.725). Erin Steinman placed seventh on floor (9.10), 11th on bars (8.025)

BEARS SPORTS BRIEFS

BOYS HOCKEY

White Bear Lake is 9-2 after defeating Forest Lake 6-1 and Tartan 2-1, with Nolan Roed netting four of the eight goals. Against Forest Lake, Aiden Welch, Jack Stanius and Brady Borgestad scored in the first period, Roed twice in the second period and Borgestad again in the third. Leo Gabriel made 17 saves. Riley Middendorf had the goal for Forest Lake (3-6). The Bears peppered Tartan with 50 shots but Ben Bangura knocked away 48. Roed got two pucks past the hot Titan goalie, assisted by Grady Gallatin and Borgestad. Colin Thompson made 15 saves. Colin Kammerer scored on a power play for Titan (2-9).

BOYS BASKETBALL

Jack Janicki has returned to action after missing four games recovering from a labrum injury. The senior guard, who’s led the Bears in scoring since ninth grade, tallied 68 points in his first four games, of which the Bears won two. At Hamline’s Capitol City Classic, the Bears (4-4) lost to No. 7 Minnetonka 68-59, with Janicki sinking 16 points, Jeremy Kolb 11, and Wyatt Hawk 10. The Bears then handed Duluth East (7-1) its first loss 70-68 with Janicki netting 25 points, Misgen 17 and Hawks 10. The Bears made six 3-pointers, two by Zach Nelson off the bench.

East Ridge (5-4) defeated the host Bears 65-60 with Alex Mattes scoring 12 points and Cedric Tomes and Parker Wellman 11 each. Janicki hit 23 points and Misgen 11 (three 3-pointers). The Bears were 5-for-14 on free shots. White Bear topped Roseville 52-34 with Hawks laying in 24 points and Misgen 13. The Bears held the Raiders (73) to 22 points under their previous season low.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

White Bear Lake stymied Byron 64-45 and Rochester Century 41-32 in Rochester’s Rotary Holiday Classic. holding each to their low score of the season, then lost two conference games last week.

Against Byron (6-5), Heidi Barber notched 14 points, Nicky O’Brien 12, and Jordyn Schmittdiel 10. Against Century (8-3), Cami Bachmeier and Schmittdiel led with nine points each. East Ridge (11-3)

and 12th on beam (8.15). Kendall Hines was 10th on beam (8.20), Margo Bruner 12th on bars (8.00), Natalie Eisenhuth 12th on floor (8.70) and Addison Briske 16th on vault (8.30).

halted the Bears’ seven-game streak 65-52, led by Emily Christenson with 21 points and Grace Knupp with 17. Schmittdiel netted 14, Barber 12 and O’Brien 11. The Bears led Roseville 25-20 at halftime but stalled in the second half and lost 52-35. “It was a very physical game, and we we’re not able to deal with all the contact,” coach Jeremy Post said. Drew Johnson scored 18 on six three’s for Roseville (6-3). For the Bears, Barber and Addie Post each had nine points on three 3-pointers.

GIRLS HOCKEY

White Bear Lake lost three close conference games last week, to Woodbury 2-1, Forest Lake 2-1 and Stillwater 2-0. Liv Mishacoff had both goals for Woodbury (13-4), including an empty-netter with 56 seconds left. Their goalie Gracie Albright stopped 21 shots before Zoe Timmons scored on a power play with :25 left for the Bears. Forest Lake (6-10) got goals by Maddy Monette and Malia McKinnon while Taylor Thompson made 29 saves before the Bears again got a late power play goal, by Amanda Smythe with 1:33 left. Myah Krueger and Hunter Reardon scored for Stillwater (13-4), which held the Bears to 12 shots. Bear goalie Maya Marston made 28, 31, and 29 saves.

GYMNASTICS

White Bear Lake placed sixth of eight teams, scoring 129.80 points, in the Minnesota Girls Gymnastics Officials Association meet at Park Center. Gracyn Lehner placed fourth all-around with 34.65 points. Lehner, a junior, took fourth on floor (9.175), executing a difficult back 1.5 twist, back full twist, and a front handspring to front layout to a front pike. She was fifth on beam (8.50) sixth on vault (8.80) with a tuck Tsukahara. Addy Mueller placed ninth all-around (32.575) and fifth on bars (8.275), where she does a “bail” (body straight, half-twist to handstand). Josie Mlejnek took 12th all-around (31.70), placed ninth on floor (8.975) with a front handspring to full front and a back 1.5 twist, and 12th on vault (8.40).

NORDIC SKI

The White Bear Lake boys placed 38th of 56 teams in the Mesabi East Invitational, led by Evan Boxrud in 32nd place among 140 entrants. Andrew Klier was next in 96th place. The Bear girls placed 42nd of 57 teams, led by Ann Nachtsheim in 87th place. Duluth East was champion in for both boys and girls. This is the largest Nordic event in the nation.

The Zephyrs (3-0) beat Two Rivers 134.650 to 127.60 as Bush won all-around (35.6), vault (9.475) and bars (9.275). Fox was third all-around (33.025) and second on floor (8.775). Steinman took second on bars (8.35).

ZEPHYR SPORTS BRIEFS

BOYS BASKETBALL

Mahtomedi started conference play 2-0 last week, beating South St. Paul 71-68 at home and 102-57 over Two Rivers 102-57 there. The Zephyrs (5-2) led SSP 47-25 at the half and barely hung on. Cole Armitage sank 23 points, Owen Carlson 19 and Will Underwood 17. Against Two Rivers (2-7), the Zephyrs had their first 100-point game since December, 2018. Carlson netted 23 points, eight rebounds and six steals; Underwood 22 points, nine assists and nine rebounds; Armitage 18 points and seven assists; and AJ McCleery 13 points, nine assists and five steals. The Zephyrs shot a torrid 38-for-67, including 15-for-30 on three’s (with Underwood 6-for10). The Zephyrs lost to Class 4A’s No. 7 Minnetonka 77-68 at Hamline. Carlson notched 23 points (and six steals), Underwood had 17 and McCleery 13.

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Mahtomedi came within seconds of upsetting Jordan but the No. 3 ranked Jaguars (9-0) nipped the No. 13 Zephyrs 75-74 in an expo at Byron. Jordan sank two free shots with six seconds left for the lead. Mya Wilson drove the length of the floor for a layup, drawing contact but no call, and the ball rimmed out. “Super exciting finish, but a bummer of a way to lose that game,” said Zephyr coach Erica Zizzo. For Mahtomedi (6-4), Anna Greene pumped in 24 points. Scoring 14 each were Sonya Potthoff and Ella Kletti (three 3-pointers).

The Zephyrs (6-4) beat Two Rivers 75-50 in their conference opener at

home. Wilson, an eighth-grader, poured in 27 points. Potthoff added 16 points and Kletti 11.

GIRLS HOCKEY

Roseville/Mahtomedi is 11-5 overall and 8-2 in conference after defeating Holy Angels 3-1 and Park 5-2, both at home. Against Holy Angels (11-2-1, ranked No. 2 in Class 1A), Ruby Eskin and Kylie Wiltse delivered power play goals and Kylie Jones scored short-handed. Lily Peterfeso made 21 saves, giving up a power play goal to Masyn Mullen. Against Park (7-8), the goals came from Sophie Martin, Jones, Eskin, Rylee Bogren (short-handed) and Rachel Fussy (empty net). Martin assisted on three goals and Peterfeso made 24 saves.

BOYS HOCKEY

Mahtomedi, ranked No. 4 in Class 1A, scored twice in the second period and held on to defeat Class 2A’s No. 5 St. Thomas Academy 2-1 there. Scoring for the Zephyrs (7-2) were Charlie Drage assisted by David Wolsfeld, and Seth Nelson assisted by Carter Haycraft.  Charlie Brandt made 25 saves.

The Zephyrs beat winless Chisago Lakes 8-2 on goals by Haycraft, Drage (two), Jonny Grove, Jimmy Egan, Corey Bohmert, Nelson and Max Egan.

NORDIC SKI

In the Mesabi East Invitational, the Mahtomedi girls placed 39th of 56 teams, led by Sarah Brings, who placed 32nd among 140 entrants. Abigail Brown was 82nd. The Zephyr boys placed 45th of 56 teams, led by Luke Vipond in 53rd place.

CONTRIBUTED

Zephyr gymnasts Lucy Otto, Margo Brunner, Madison Moeller, Abbey Bush, Erin Steinman and Kendall Hines posed with the MGGOA trophy.

BRENNAN SCHACHTNER CONTRIBUTED

Nolan Roed wielded a hot hockey stick last week.

Maya Marston’s goalkeeping has been a strong point on White Bear Lake teams through her four-year tenure. Marston stopped 44 of 48 shots in the Border Battle at Blaine on Dec. 27-29 to help the Bears (4-12) win two of three. Last week, the 5-foot-7 net minder thwarted 88 of 93 shots in three losses (2-1, 2-1, 2-0). The two-year captain has a .920 save percentage and 2.27 goals-against this year, and a combined .903 percentage the last three years. Coach Elsa Shorey cited Marston’s “huge saves” and “leadership in the locker room” for keeping the Bears in every game they play. Marston, who also plays lacrosse, serves as an “excellent role model in the classroom and the community,” the coach added.

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• Differentiated instruction.

• Hands-on learning.

• World language experiences.

• Focus on academic, social and personal development of all students.

• College-level courses and Career Pathways opportunities.

DENNIS LIDEKE | CONTRIBUTED

Dellwood resident Dennis Lindeke took this photo of a black-capped chickadee at his home feeder during the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count on Dec. 31. This bird is one of more than 1,300 black-capped chickadees observed on that date—the most populous species to appear in this year’s count, and a true winter survivor. To read more, visit www.presspubs.com or stay tuned for next week’s White Bear Press.

Thinking outside the blocks: Local companies talk snow cube creation

BY RANDY PAULSON STAFF WRITER

Snow doesn’t fall from the sky in 10foot cubes — not even in Minnesota.

While that’s fortunate for the general public, it also means considerable work goes into preparing the massive blocks for participants in the World Snow Sculpting Championship in Stillwater.

A dozen, 1,000-cubic-foot slabs of the white stuff will await the 12 sculpting teams for the artistic extravaganza set for Jan. 18-22 in Lowell Park.

Creating the edifices is a collaborative effort between construction contractor Market & Johnson and Midstate Landscaping and Excavating. Ski resort Afton Alps meanwhile supplies the snow.

After Afton Alps has finished making the snow, the frozen powder is loaded into concrete forms built by Market & Johnson. The process occurs during the two days before the championship event kicks off.

“We create two sides to each of the blocks, with forms that are then interconnected to create the full block,” said James Hanke, business development director for Market & Johnson. “Then the real important aspect of it that comes into play is how you load the snow into those blocks.”

That’s where Midstate comes in.

The excavating company first hauls the freshly created snow to Lowell Park in a dump truck, according to Midstate’s Operations Manager Chris Klein. Its skid loaders then dig into the snow pile and transfer perfectly clean

scoops of snow into the bucket of a wheel loader. The wheel loader finally dumps the snow into the concrete forms.

“They'll dump a bucket in and then the people are in there and they stop it down to get all the air voids out of it to ensure that it's nice and hard and there are no air voids,” Klein said.

The people he referred to are teams of six to eight volunteers from businesses and organizations in the community, some of which sponsor the sculpting championship.

They're using mostly their feet but also some other tools, and they're really making sure that snow is compact,” Hanke said. “When you're talking about 1000 cubic feet of snow, you're talking about 1000 cubic feet of snow with not a lot of air in between.”

According to Hanke, one team of stompers will be from First Resource Bank and the Stillwater fire and police departments will each field teams too. The latter two teams will compete to see which group can stomp down their snow the fastest.

“It's a lot of work to do, having done it and watching everyone do it last year,” Hanke said. “It's a lot of work, it's tiring but we try to make it as fun as possible and make sure everybody has a good time.”

Hanke and Klein anticipate building the blocks will go smoother than it did last year after having gone through the process once and learned from previous hiccups. In 2022, for instance, their companies initially attempted to transfer the snow into the concrete forms using a conveyor truck. When

they realized that wouldn’t work, they switched to using wheel loaders.

Once the cube-creating crews found their groove with the wheel loaders last year, however, Klein said it took them just a little more than an hour to complete one block. The completed cubes will then be ready for the sculptors on Jan. 18.

“We want them to sit there at least overnight to harden up a little bit, but we don't want them to sit there too long because then they start getting a little icy,” Hanke said.

Klein noted that he and Midstate owner Jason Anderson donated their time and effort helping with the blocks last year, which wound up being about a 12-hour endeavor.

“We really enjoyed it. It was fun doing something in your own community and giving back,” Klein said.

Hanke echoed that sentiment and pointed out how Market & Johnson’s office in Stillwater only opened recently for the Eau Claire, Wisconsin-based company.

“We've been involved in a lot of community events over there, and when this opportunity was presented to us, we were pretty excited about it and thought it would be fun,” Hanke said.

“I’ve just been really impressed with the number of people who have been involved, the amount of effort that people are willing to put in and most importantly, the amount of fun they're willing to have in the process.”

CONTRIBUTED

Molly Krakowski, Amy Vagle, Kathy Koerner, Matthew Stepaniak and Sara Jespersen were among the teams of people who helped stomp down snow into 10-foot cubic forms in the lead-up to last year’s World Snow Sculpting Championship in Stillwater.